Bentley Continental 2001 User Manual

Contents

Before driving

Introduction 2

Instrumentation 6

Controls and features 25

Seating and safety restraints 105

Starting and driving

Starting 134

Driving 139

Roadside emergencies 155

Servicing

Maintenance and care 174

Capacities and specifications 223

Customer assistance 229

Reporting safety defects 241

Index 242

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Introduction

The following warning may be required by California law:

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and

certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

ICONS

Indicates a safety alert. Read the following section on Warnings.

Indicates vehicle information related to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow.

Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards protecting the environment.

Indicates a message regarding child safety restraints. Refer to Seating and safety restraints for more information.

Indicates that this Owner Guide contains information on this subject. Please refer to the Index to locate the appropriate section which will provide you more information.

Introduction

WARNINGS

Warnings provide information which may reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its equipment.

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE

There are no particular breaking-in rules for your vehicle. During the first 1 600 km (1 000 miles) of driving, vary speeds frequently. This is necessary to give the moving parts a chance to break in.

INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE

The information found in this guide was in effect at the time of printing. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation.

Introduction

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Safety Alert

Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front

Air Bag-Side Child Seat

Child Seat Installation Warning

Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System

Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based

Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher

Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment

Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe

See Owner’s Guide

Child Seat Tether Anchorage

Traction Control

Windshield Defrost/Demist

Power Windows Front/Rear

Rear Window Defrost/Demist

Power Window Lockout

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Introduction

Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock

Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol

Panic Alarm Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

Engine Coolant Temperature

Do Not Open When Hot Battery

Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks

Battery Acid

Explosive Gas Fan Warning

Power Steering Fluid

Maintain Correct Fluid Level

Emission System Engine Air Filter

Passenger Compartment Air Filter

Jack

MAX

MIN

Check fuel cap

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Headlamp

control

(pg. 25)

Turn signal and

wiper/washer control

(pg. 60)

Instrument cluster

(pg. 8)

TURN ON

LAMPS

T/C OFF

BRAKE

HI LO

OFF

LIGHTS

0FF

AUTO

LAMP

RESUM

SET ACCEL

COAST

OFF

HEAD

FILL ON RIGHT

AIR

RPMx1000

BAG

SERVICE

ENGINE

SOON

ABS

+–

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MODE

TEMP FAN

VOL

Autolamp

(pg. 26)

Instrument panel dimmer

switch

(pg. 26)

Speed control

(pg. 62)

Driver air bag

(pg. 119)

Electronic sound system

controls*

(pg. 61)

SYSTEM

VOL PUSH ON

EXT

DRIVER ID

RESET

TAPE

MUTE

REW

OFF

VEHICLE HANDLING

TRIP

SEEK

AUTO

SELECT

DISPLAY

DTE ECON

TUNE

SIDE 1 2

MAX A/C

Message Center

(pg. 14)

BAL

BASS

SEL

TREB

FADE

RDS

SCAN AUTO

COMP

FRONT

REAR

SHUFF

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Clock

(pg. 33)

Electronic sound system

(pg. 33)

BACK

OFF OFF

BACK

BOTH BOTH

Heated seat control

Climate controls

(pg. 107)

(pg. 61)

Climate control system

(pg. 27)

*if equipped

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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

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AIR

BAG

TURN ON

HEAD

LAMPS

T/C OFF

ABS

RPMx1000

Service engine soon

Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’s emission control system. This system is commonly known as the

SERVICE

ENGINE

SOON

On Board Diagnostics System (OBD II). The OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards. The OBD II system also assists the service technician in properly servicing your vehicle.

The Service Engine Soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. If it comes on after the engine is started, one of the engine’s emission control systems may be malfunctioning. The light may illuminate without a driveability concern being noted. The vehicle will usually be drivable and will not require towing.

What you should do if the Service Engine Soon light illuminates

Light turns on solid:

This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction.

Temporary malfunctions may cause your Service Engine Soon light to illuminate. Examples are:

1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run poorly.)

2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.

3. The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely tightened.

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These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with high quality fuel of the recommended octane and/or properly installing and securely tightening the gas cap. After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the Service Engine Soon light should turn off. (A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is required.

If the Service Engine Soon light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity.

Light is blinking:

Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. You should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity.

Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures

could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.

Air bag readiness

Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned ON. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately.

AIR

BAG

Safety belt

Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For more information, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter.

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Brake system warning

Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to ensure the circuit is functional. Also illuminates if the parking brake is engaged. If the brake warning lamp does not illuminate at these times, seek service immediately. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately.

Anti-lock brake system (ABS)

Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to ensure the circuit is functional. If the light remains on, continues to flash or fails to illuminate, have the system serviced immediately. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with the parking brake released.

Turn signal

Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If one or both of the indicators stay on continuously or flash faster, check for a burned-out turn signal bulb. Refer to Bulbs in the Maintenance and care chapter.

BRAKE

ABS

High beams

Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.

Turn on headlamps (if equipped)

Illuminates to remind the driver to turn the headlamps on when:

• the daytime running lamps are on (if equipped)

TURN ON

HEAD

LAMPS

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• the autolamps are off

• the autolamp sensor determines it is night time

Charging system

Illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is off. The light also illuminates when the battery is not charging properly, requiring electrical system service.

Engine oil pressure

Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is off. Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and switch off the engine immediately. Check the oil level and add oil if needed. Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and care chapter.

Traction Control姟 off light

Illuminates when the Traction Control娂 system has been disabled (by the driver or as a result of a system failure). For more information, refer to the Driving chapter.

T/ C OFF

Safety belt warning chime

Sounds to remind you to fasten your safety belts.

For information on the safety belt warning chime, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter.

Safety belt minder chime

Sounds to remind you to fasten your safety belts.

For information on the safety belt minder chime, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter.

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Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chime

For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter.

Key-in-ignition warning chime

Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACC position and the driver’s door is opened.

Headlamps on warning chime

Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (and the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.

GAUGES

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+–

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SERVICE

ENGINE

SOON

TURN ON

HEAD

LAMPS

T/C OFF

AIR

BAG

ABS

RPMx1000

Fuel gauge

Displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank (when the

key is in the ON position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or after refueling. The ignition should be in

the OFF position while the vehicle is being refueled. When the gauge first indicates empty, there is a small

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amount of reserve fuel in the tank. When refueling the vehicle from an empty indication, the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel.

Instrumentation

Speedometer

Indicates the current vehicle speed.

Odometer

The odometer is located in the message center. It registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle. Pressing the E/M control (if equipped) will alternate between English (miles) and Metric (kilometers) measurements.

Tachometer

Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute.

Driving with your tachometer pointer in the red zone may damage the engine.

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AIR

BAG

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ABS

RPMx1000

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120

Engine coolant temperature gauge

Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant. At normal operating temperature, the needle remains within the normal area (the area between the “H” and “C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine immediately and let the engine cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter.

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Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot.

This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level the gauge indication will not be accurate.

ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER

The electronic message center only works when the ignition is in the ON position.

The message center tells you about the condition of your vehicle by two methods:

• operator selectable features

• continuous warning reporting of

monitored systems

You can select different features for the message center to display by using the message center controls located to the right of the instrument cluster. You will hear a tone when you press one of these controls. However, the message center will display the appropriate warning message if it detects a warning from any of the monitored systems.

If you have a vehicle with the Driver Select System, which allows you to save operator selectable features to DRIVER 1 or DRIVER 2, you have a DRIVER ID control in place of the E/M control.

The message center will display the Memory Profile System features (operator selectable features) which are selected from the MENU and VEHICLE HANDLING controls.

The Memory Profile System allows for two primary drivers to save their individual seat and outside rearview mirror position preferences. The feature will then be set to the remote entry transmitter, that will automatically recall the saved individualized preferences. Refer to Basic Operation of Memory Profile System in this section.

SYSTEM

E/M

VEHICLE HANDLING

TRIP

RESET

DTE ECON

DRIVER ID

SELECT

DISPLAY

Instrumentation

Basic operation of Memory Profile System

In order for the system to be able to store or recall an individual’s seat and mirror position preferences, the Memory Profile must first recognize who will be driving the vehicle. Drivers may identify themselves to the system one of two ways:

• Pressing the unlock control on the appropriate remote transmitter (Memory position 1 or Memory position 2 is identified by the number on the back of the remote transmitter) before opening the driver’s door.

• Entering either the Personality 1 or Personality 2 personalized code into the keyless entry keypad before opening the driver’s door.

For information on programming personalized codes see Remote and Keyless entry systems in the Control and features section.

Once the system has identified the driver (Memory position 1 or Memory position 2), the seat and mirror will automatically begin to move to that driver profile. Changes made to the seat and mirror positions will automatically be saved to that profile.

If the driver should enter the vehicle without first identifying themselves, all features will remain at their last setting or position and any settings will be saved to the vehicle not individualized settings.

MEMORY 1 RECALL

OFF

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If Memory position 1 or Memory position 2 wishes to make temporary changes to their seat or outside mirror positions without affecting their preferred positions they may do so by:

• Using the switch on the back of the remote transmitter to turn the Memory Profile System OFF prior to pressing the unlock control on the remote transmitter or unlocking the vehicle with the key.

• Entering the vehicle without identifying themselves using the two methods listed above.

• Turning the DRIVER ID (if equipped in the message center) OFF to allow for temporary setting changes.

This option may be useful to temporarily reposition the driver’s seat and mirrors during an extended drive.

Operator selectable features

System check

Pressing this control causes the message center to cycle through the status of each of the systems being monitored. For each of these systems, the message center will indicate either an OK message or a warning message for three seconds.

The sequence of the system check report is:

• voltage level

• engine temp

• oil level

• coolant level

• washer fluid

• doors (driver and passenger side). This message can only be reset by

closing the door(s). If the RESET control is pressed, PLEASE CLOSE DOOR will be displayed.

• trunk closed

MEMORY1 RECALL

OFF

SYSTEM

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• exterior lamps (front turn, brake and tail)

• fuel level

• distance to empty

• traction control

• ride control

System warnings

System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle’s operating systems.

The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages. This allows you to use the full functionality of the message center after you acknowledge the warning by pressing the RESET control and clearing the warning message.

Warning messages that have been reset are divided into two categories:

• They will reappear on the display ten minutes from the reset.

• They will not reappear until an ignition OFF-ON cycle has been

completed. This acts as a reminder that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle.

Door Ajar Cannot be reset Driver’s Door Ajar Check Engine Temp Warning returns after 10 minutes Transmission Overheat Check Transmission Low Oil Level Check Charging System Low Fuel Level Low Engine Coolant Low Tire Pressure (if equipped)

RESET

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Gear Display Data ERR Warning reappears after key is Check/Tighten fuel cap Brake Lamp Out Check Traction Control Check Ride Control Trunk Ajar Check Steering Assist Low Washer Fluid Air Leveling Disabled Tail Lamp Out Check FRT Turn Lamps Turn on Headlamps

DOOR AJAR. Displayed when a side or back door is not completely closed.

DRIVER’S DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the driver’s door is not completely closed.

CHECK ENGINE TEMP. Displayed when the engine coolant is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine and let it cool. Check the coolant and coolant level. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your dealer as soon as possible.

TRANSMISSION OVERHEAT. Indicates the transmission is overheating. This warning may appear when towing heavy loads or when driving in a low gear at a high speed for an extended period of time. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine and let it cool. Check the transmission fluid and level. Refer to Transmission fluid in the Maintenance and care chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your dealer for transmission service as soon as possible.

CHECK TRANSMISSION. Indicates the transmission is not operating properly. If this warning stays on, contact your dealer as soon as possible.

CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM. Displayed when the electrical system is not maintaining proper voltage. If you are operating electrical accessories when the engine is idling at a low speed, turn off as many of the

turned from OFF to ON

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electrical loads as soon as possible. If the warning stays on or comes on when the engine is operating at normal speeds, have the electrical system checked as soon as possible.

LOW FUEL LEVEL. Displayed when you have approximately 80 km (50 miles) to empty.

LOW ENGINE COOLANT. Displayed when the engine coolant level is low. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine and let it cool. Check the coolant and level. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter.

LOW TIRE PRESSURE (if equipped). Displayed when the tire pressure is low. Check the tire pressure. Refer to Checking the tire pressure in the Maintenance and care chapter.

GEAR DISPLAY DATA ERR. Displayed when the data used to provide the redundant gear selection display on the instrument cluster is missing or invalid. In this case, the instrument cluster redundant gear selection display is turned off. The driver should use the mechanical position indication on the center console gear selector as temporary indication. If this warning stays on, contact your dealer as soon as safely possible.

CHECK/TIGHTEN FUEL CAP. Displayed when the fuel filler cap is not properly installed. Proper fuel filler cap installation is checked automatically as the vehicle is driven but not until after some fuel is used (fuel gauge drops below full). Once the fuel filler cap is properly secured, the “CHECK/TIGHTEN FUEL CAP” message will turn off after a short period of driving. Refer to Fuel Filler Cap in the Maintenance and care chapter.

BRAKE LAMP OUT. Displayed when the brake lamps are activated and at least one is burned out. Check the lamps as soon as safely possible and have the burned out lamp replaced. The center high-mount brakelamp is not monitored.

CHECK TRACTION CONTROL. Displayed when the Traction Control娂 system is not operating properly. If this message is displayed on the message center and the amber T/C OFF light in the Traction Control娂 on/off switch is not illuminated, the Traction Control娂 system will be partially operable. If this warning stays on, contact your dealer for service as soon as possible. For further information, refer to Traction control娂 in the Driving chapter.

CHECK RIDE CONTROL. Displayed when the air suspension system is not operating properly. If this message is displayed while driving, pull off the road as soon as safely possible. The message may also be displayed if

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the vehicle is loaded beyond the recommended maximum payload. This is a normal condition if the vehicle is overloaded. To correct this condition:

1. Remove or redistribute the payload per the recommended maximum

requirements.

2. Turn the ignition switch from ON to OFF to ON again.

If the message reappears:

1. Turn the air suspension switch (located in the trunk) OFF.

2. Contact your dealer for service as soon as safely possible.

For more information, refer to Air suspension in the Driving chapter.

TRUNK AJAR. Displayed when the trunk is not completely closed.

CHECK STEERING ASSIST. Displayed when the steering system is

not operating properly. If this message is displayed while driving, pull off the road as soon as safely possible. If this warning stays on, contact your dealer for service as soon as possible.

LOW WASHER FLUID. Indicates the washer fluid reservoir is less than one quarter full. Check the washer fluid level. Refer to Checking and adding washer fluid in the Maintenance and care chapter.

AIR LEVELING DISABLED. Displayed when the air suspension switch is in the OFF position.

TAIL LAMP OUT. Displayed when the tail lamps are activated and at least one is burned out. Check the lamps as soon as possible and have the burned out lamp replaced.

CHECK FRT TURN LAMPS. Displayed when the turn signals are activated and at least one is burned out. Check the lamps as soon as safely possible and have the burned out lamp replaced.

TURN ON HEADLAMPS. Displayed when the headlamps are activated by the autolamp sensor.

E/M (if equipped)

Press this control to switch the odometer and display readouts from metric (kilometers) to English (miles) units.

E/M

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DRIVER ID (if equipped)

Press this control and use SELECT to choose DRIVER 1 or DRIVER 2 when choosing operator selectable features. Seat and mirror positions and nine operator selectable features, found under the MENU and VEHICLE HANDLING controls, will be saved to DRIVER 1 or DRIVER 2. These will be automatically recalled when the drivers identify themselves to the system with the remote entry transmitter (refer to Basic Operation of Memory Profile System in this section) or selecting DRIVER 1 or DRIVER 2 in the message center. When a vehicle setting is changed, the message center will display “SAVED TO DRIVER 1 or DRIVER 2” for 5 seconds to confirm the change has been made. Press the SELECT to choose “OFF” for temporary position/setting changes which will not be stored.

Press this control to change various convenience settings throughout the vehicle. Each press of the MENU control will display the following:

• Traction control (returns to “ON” everytime vehicle is started).

• Express window (completely goes down with one touch on the power

switch).

• Auto lock (locks the doors when the vehicle reaches 5 km/h [3 mph]).

• Horn chirp (sounds horn one time whenever the doors are locked

using the remote transmitter).

• Seat access (moves seat back to aid entry/exit from the vehicle).

• Reverse mirrors (tilts the exterior mirrors downward to assist parking

using reverse).

• English/metric (changes the odometer and display readouts)

Press the SELECT control to change the settings to ON or OFF.

These settings will be saved to the vehicle not individualized settings.

Vehicles equipped with the DRIVER ID control, the settings will be saved to DRIVER 1 or DRIVER 2.

DRIVER ID

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SELECT

Press the SELECT control to change settings in MENU or VEHICLE HANDLING modes.

VEHICLE HANDLING

Press this control to adjust the STEERING EFFORT SETTINGS between NORMAL, LOW and HIGH.

Vehicles equipped with the DRIVER ID control, press this control once to adjust RIDE CONTROL SETTINGS between NORMAL, PLUSH and FIRM. Press this control a second time to adjust the STEERING EFFORT SETTINGS between NORMAL, LOW and HIGH. The combination of firm ride control and low steering effort cannot be selected.

Press the SELECT control to change settings.

TRIP

Press this control to display the first of two trip odometers. Press it again to display the second trip odometer.

To reset the displayed trip odometer, press the RESET control.

VEHICLE HANDLING

SELECT

TRIP

RESET

DISPLAY

Press this control to turn the message center display off. Press it again to turn the display on. Warnings override an off display and must be reset for the display to be off again.

RESET

Press this control to reset:

• warnings

• average fuel economy

• trip odometers

The other selectable features are unaffected by pressing RESET.

DISPLAY

RESET

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DTE/ECON

• Press the DTE/ECON control once to display approximately how far you can drive before running out of fuel, or the distance to empty (DTE). To ensure accuracy, turn the ignition OFF when you fill the tank.

• Press the DTE/ECON control a second time to display the average fuel economy in liters/100 kilometers or miles/gallon, based on distance traveled and rate of fuel used information.

• To reset this feature, press the RESET control while average fuel economy is displayed (while you are driving).

The DTE function will flash for 5 seconds and sound a tone for 1 second when you have approximately:

• 40 km (25 miles)

• 16 km (10 miles)

DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy initialized by the factory. This value is not the same as the average fuel economy display. The running average fuel economy is based on more than 800 kilometers (500 miles) of driving history, and is reinitialized if the battery is disconnected.

If the FUEL LEVEL ERROR message is displayed, there is a problem with the fuel indication system and you should contact your dealer for service as soon as possible.

Checking your highway fuel economy using the electronic message center display

The following procedure will allow you to accurately monitor your actual highway fuel economy. Since this procedure requires the vehicle speed control system to be set to highway speeds, it must be run only on suitable roadways where long distance speed control can be safely maintained.

You may notice gradual improvement in fuel economy over the course of your vehicle’s break-in period (approximately 1 600 kilometers [1 000 miles]).

DTE ECON

RESET

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1. Set the speed control. Refer to Speed control in the Controls and

features chapter.

2. Press the Distance to Empty

(DTE) Economy (ECON) control until “Average Miles per Gallon” is displayed.

3. Press the RESET control to clear

the DTE/ECON system memory.

• Actual highway fuel economy is now displayed. This current average measure will change as the

speed control system changes the engine speed to maintain a constant vehicle speed. This is most noticeable in hilly environments.

It is important to press the RESET control after setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings.

DTE ECON

RESET

Controls and features

HEADLAMP CONTROL

Rotate the headlamp control to the first position to turn on the parking lamps only. Rotate to the second position to also turn on the headlamps.

The exterior lamps will illuminate when the ignition is ON and the windshield wiper control is in the interval, LO or HI position.

The instrument panel lighting will dim noticeably approximately 15 seconds after the wipers are turned on. The lights will remain in this state until 30 seconds after the wipers are turned off.

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)

Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate:

• the ignition must be in the ON position and

• the headlamp control is in the OFF or Parking lamps position.

Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during

inclement weather. The Daytime Running Light (DRL) System does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.

0FF

High beams

Push forward to activate.

Pull toward you to deactivate.

HI LO

OFF

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Flash to pass

Pull toward you to activate and release to deactivate.

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL

Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel during headlight and parklamp operation.

• Push up to brighten.

• Push down to dim.

MAX

OFF

AUTOLAMP CONTROL

The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control.

The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for a preselected period of time after the ignition switch is turned to OFF.

• To turn autolamps on, push the control up toward the MAX position. As you press this switch, the autolamp system’s status will be displayed in the message center. The system can be set to provide light for up to three minutes after you turn the ignition OFF.

• To turn autolamps off, push the control down toward OFF.

HI LO

OFF

PANEL

DIM

AUTO

LAMP

MAX

OFF

Controls and features

CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM

Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) system

The EATC system will maintain a selected temperature and automatically control airflow. You can override automatic operation with any of the override controls, the fan speed control or the steering wheel controls (if equipped).

Turning the EATC on

Press AUTO, any of the override controls or the fan speed control. The EATC will only operate when the vehicle is running.

Turning the EATC off

Press OFF. The Outside Temperature (EXT) function will continue to operate until the ignition is turned off.

EXT OFF AUTO

AUTO

MAX

MAX A/C

A/C

FRONT

REAR

FRONT

REAR

EXT OFF AUTO

MAX

A/C

Automatic operation

Press AUTO and select the desired temperature. The selected temperature and the word AUTO will appear in the display window. The EATC system will either heat or cool to achieve the selected temperature. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location and if outside air or recirculated air is required. Fan speed remains automatic unless the fan speed control is pressed or the steering wheel controls (if equipped) are pressed.

When in AUTO and weather conditions require heat, air will be sent to the floor. However, if the engine is not warm enough to provide heat, the fan will not operate. In 3

⁄2minutes or less, the fan speed will start to

increase and the airflow location will change to the floor area.

Controls and features

If unusual conditions exist (i.e.-window fogging, etc.), the manual override controls allow you to select airflow locations and the fan control allows you to adjust fan speed as necessary.

Temperature selection

The display window indicates the selected temperature, function (AUTO or one of the override controls) and manual control of fan speed (

) if automatic fan speed is

AUTO

not desired.

To control the temperature, select any temperature between 18°C (65°F) and 29°C (85°F) by pressing the temperature control.

For continuous maximum cooling, push the temperature control until 16°C (60°F) is shown in the display window. The EATC will continue maximum cooling (disregarding the displayed temperature) until a warmer temperature is selected by pressing the temperature control.

For continuous maximum heating, push the temperature control until 32°C (90°F) is shown in the display window. The EATC will continue maximum heating (disregarding the displayed temperature) until a cooler temperature is selected by pressing the temperature control.

Temperature conversion

Press MAX A/C and FRONT the same time (for one second) to switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius.

EXT OFF AUTO

MAX A/C

EXT

FRONT

REAR

FRONT

REAR

Your vehicle has an English/Metric (E/M) control to change your electronic message center display from English to Metric. This control will also change the temperature display. Refer to Electronic Message Center in the Instrumentation chapter.

Controls and features

Fan speed ( )

When AUTO is pressed, fan speed is adjusted automatically for existing conditions. You can override fan speed at any time. To control fan speed manually, press the fan control or the steering wheel fan speed control to cancel automatic fan speed operation. Press the control

EXT OFF AUTO

up for higher fan speed or down for lower fan speed. Press the steering wheel control up for higher fan speed or down for lower fan speed.

The display will show and a bar graph to indicate manual fan operation and relative speed.

AUTO

To return to automatic fan operation, press AUTO.

Manual override controls

The override controls allow you to determine where airflow is directed. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO.

EXT OFF AUTO

AUTO

MAX A/C

MAX

A/C

FRONT

REAR

The air conditioning compressor can operate in all modes except and . It will also operate only when required when AUTO has been selected. However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher.

Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air during operation, it is normal if clear water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after you have stopped the vehicle.

• MAX A/C-Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. The temperature will display 16°C (60°F). To exit, press AUTOMATIC or any other override controls. MAX A/C is noisier than normal A/C but more economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster. Airflow is from the instrument panel registers. This mode can also be used to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.

Controls and features

• (Panel) -Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers. However, the air cannot be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode.

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• FRONT

• OFF-Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For short

Displaying outside temperature

Press EXT to display the outside air temperature. It will be displayed until EXT is pressed again.

(Panel and floor) -Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. The air will be heated or cooled based on the temperature selection. For added customer comfort, the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the instrument panel registers.

(Floor)-Allows for maximum heating by distributing outside air through the floor ducts. However, the air cannot be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode.

(Floor and defrost)-Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. The air will be heated or cooled based on the temperature selection. For added customer comfort, the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the windshield defroster ducts. If the temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging.

-Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. If the outside air temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging.

periods of time only, use this mode to reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.

EXT OFF AUTO

MAX

A/C

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