Chrysler 2004 300M User Manual

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INTRODUCTION

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

STARTING AND OPERATING

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

INDEX

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CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

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䡵 Introduction
䡵 How To Use This Manual

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䡵 Warnings And Cautions
䡵 Vehicle Identification Number

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INTRODUCTION

This manual has been prepared with the assistance of
service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with
the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is
supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and
various customer oriented documents. You are urged to
read these publications carefully. Following the instruc­tions and recommendations in this manual will help
assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.

NOTE:

After you read the manual, it should be stored
in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with
the vehicle when sold.

When it comes to service, remember that your manufac­turers dealer knows your vehicle best, has the factory­trained technicians and genuine Mopar威 parts, and is
interested in your satisfaction.

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.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

Consult the table of contents to determine which section
contains the information you desire.

The detailed index, at the rear of this manual, contains a
complete listing of all subjects.

Consult the following table for a description of the
symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout
this owner’s manual:

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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

This manual contains WARNINGS against operating
procedures which could result in an accident or bodily
injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures
which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do
not read this entire manual you may miss important
information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

The vehicle identification number (VIN) is on a stamped
plate at the left front corner of the instrument panel,
visible through the windshield. This number also ap­pears on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label
affixed to a window on your vehicle. Save this label as a
convenient record of your vehicle identification number
and optional equipment.

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CONTENTS

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䡵 A Word About Your Keys

▫ Sentry Key Engine Immobilizer — If Equipped . 9

▫ Ignition Key Removal ...................12

▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................12

▫ Floor Shift Ignition Interlock System .........13

䡵 Glove Compartment Lock
䡵 Illuminated Entry System
䡵 Door Locks

▫ Power Door Locks .....................14

▫ Central Locking Feature — If Equipped ......15

▫ “Child-Protection” Lock System (Rear Doors) . .16

▫ Automatic (Rolling) Door Locks ............16

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▫ Automatic Unlock On Exit (Only Available If

Automatic Door Locks Enabled) ............18

䡵 Remote Keyless Entry

▫ To Unlock The Doors ...................19

▫ Enable/Disable Lamp Flash ...............19

▫ To Lock The Doors .....................19

▫ Enable/Disable Horn Chirp ...............19

▫ To Unlock The Trunk ....................19

▫ Enable/Disable Trunk Press And Hold .......20

▫ Panic Alarm ..........................20

▫ To Use The Panic Alarm .................20

▫ To Program Additional Transmitters .........20

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▫ Transmitter Linked To Memory Programming . .21

▫ General Information ....................22

▫ Transmitter Battery Service ...............23

䡵 Security Alarm System

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▫ To Set The Alarm ......................24

▫ To Disarm The System ...................24

▫ Security System Manual Override ...........25

䡵 Power Windows
䡵 Remote Trunk Lid Release
䡵 Trunk Safety Warning

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▫ Trunk Emergency Release ................27

䡵 Occupant Restraints

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▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts .....................28

▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ............32

▫ Seat Belt Extender ......................32

▫ Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental

Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag ............33

▫ Child Restraint ........................40

䡵 Engine Break-In Recommendations
䡵 Safety Tips

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▫ Exhaust Gas ..........................47

▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The

Vehicle ..............................48

▫ Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside

The Vehicle ..........................48

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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS

You can insert the double sided keys into the locks with
either side up.

The dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key
code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can
be used to order duplicate keys only from your dealer.
Ask your dealer for these numbers and keep them in a
safe place.

CAUTION!

An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always
remove the key from the ignition and lock all the
doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.

Sentry Key Engine Immobilizer — If Equipped

The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unautho­rized operation of the vehicle by disabling the engine.
The system will shut the engine down after 2 seconds of
running if an invalid key is used to start the vehicle. This
system utilizes ignition keys which have an electronic
chip (transponder) embedded into them. Only keys that

have been programmed to the vehicle can be used to start
and operate the vehicle for more than the two second
validation time period.

The Sentry Key Immobilizer System does not need to be
armed or activated. Operation of the system is automatic
regardless of whether or not the vehicle is locked or
unlocked. During normal operation, the Sentry Key
Indicator light, located on the instrument panel upper
cover, will come on for 3 seconds immediately after the
ignition is turned on for a bulb check. Afterwards, if the
bulb remains on solid, this indicates a problem with the
electronics. If the bulb begins to flash after the bulb check,
this indicates that an invalid key has been used to start
the vehicle or there is a communication failure between
the transponder and the Sentry Key Immobilizer module.
Both of these lamp conditions will result in the engine
being shut down after 2 seconds of running. Keep in
mind that a key which has not been programmed is also
considered an invalid key even if it is cut to fit the
ignition for that vehicle. All of the keys provided with
your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle
electronics.

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If the Sentry Key Immobilizer System indicator light
comes on during normal vehicle operation (it has been
running for longer than 10 seconds) a fault has been
detected in the electronics and the vehicle should be
serviced as soon as possible.

NOTE:

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The Sentry Immobilizer System is not compatible with
remote starting systems. Use of these systems may
result in vehicle starting problems and loss of security
protection.

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Mobil SpeedPass, additional sentry keys, or any other
transponder equipped components on the same key­chain will not

cause a key-related (transponder)
fault unless the additional part is physically held
against the ignition key being used when starting
the vehicle. Cell phones, pagers, or other RF Elec­tronics will also not cause interference with this
system.

The Theft Alarm Light, located on top of the instrument
panel, will illuminate for about 3 seconds when the
ignition switch is first turned to the On position. If the
vehicle electronics do not receive a valid signal from the

ignition key, the theft alarm light will flash continuously
to signal that the vehicle has been immobilized. If the
Theft Alarm Light remains On during vehicle operation,
it indicates a fault in the system electronics.

Important Note about Service

A four digit PIN is needed to service the Sentry Key
Immobilizer System. This number can be obtained by the
dealership. However, this number can also be found on
your customer invoice that you were given upon receipt
of your vehicle. YOU MUST BRING ALL SENTRY KEYS
that are programmed to your vehicle with you when
bringing your vehicle in for service.

Replacement Keys
NOTE:

Only keys that have been programmed to the
vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Once
a Sentry Key has been programmed to a vehicle, it can
not be programmed to any other vehicle.

At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided
with a four digit PIN number. This number is required
for dealer replacement of keys. Duplication of keys may
be performed at an authorized dealer or by using the

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Customer Key Programming procedure. This procedure
consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle
electronics. A blank key is one which has never been
programmed.

NOTE:
bring all vehicle keys to the dealer.

Customer Key Programming

You can program new keys to the system if you have two
valid keys by doing the following:

1. Insert the first valid key into the ignition and turn the
ignition On for at least 3 seconds but no longer than 15
seconds.

Turn the ignition Off and remove the first key.

2. Insert the second valid key and switch the ignition On
within 15 seconds. After ten seconds a chime will sound
and the Theft Alarm Light will begin to flash.

Turn the ignition Off and remove the second key.

3. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition and switch
the ignition On within 60 seconds. After 10 seconds a

When having the Sentry Key System serviced,

single chime will sound. The Theft Alarm Light will stop
flashing, and turn On for 3 seconds; then turn Off.

The new Sentry Key has been programmed. Repeat this
process to program up to a total of 8 keys.

CAUTION!

An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always
remove the key from the ignition, lock the doors,
close the windows, and raise the top when leaving
the vehicle unattended.

General Information

The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules part 15
and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:

1. this device may not cause harmful interference

2. this device must accept any interference that may be
received, including interference that may cause undes­ired operation

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Ignition Key Removal

Place the shift lever in Park and make sure that the shift
knob push-button (vehicles with floor shift) is in the out
position.

Turn the key to the Lock position and remove the key.

NOTE:

If you try to remove the key before you place
the lever in Park, the key may become trapped tempo­rarily in the key cylinder. If this occurs, turn the key
clockwise slightly, then remove the key as described.

Key-In-Ignition Reminder

Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition
and is in the OFF, LOCK, or ACC position, sounds a
signal to remind you to remove the key.

Floor Shift Ignition Interlock System

This system prevents the key from being removed unless
the shift lever is in PARK and the shift knob push button
is out. It also prevents shifting out of PARK unless the
key is in the OFF or RUN positions.

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GLOVE COMPARTMENT LOCK

The glove box lock has been designed so that the key can
be inserted only about half way. Do not force the key past
this point.

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ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM

The interior lights will come on when you unlock the
vehicle with the remote keyless entry or central unlock.
They will remain on for about 30 seconds after all doors
are closed then fade to off.

The lights also will fade to off if you turn on the ignition
after you close all the doors.

DOOR LOCKS
Power Door Locks

There is a door lock switch on each front door trim panel.
Press this switch to lock or unlock the four doors.

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If you press the door lock switch while the keys are in the
ignition switch, with the ignition switch in the ACC,
LOCK, or OFF position, and the driver’s door is open, the
doors will not lock. A chime will sound as a reminder to
remove the keys.

WARNING!

For personal security and safety in the event of an
accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive and
when you park and leave the vehicle.

The rear doors cannot be opened from inside the vehicle
until you pull up the lock plungers.

Central Locking Feature — If Equipped

Turning the key in the driver’s door to the unlock
position once will unlock only the driver’s door. Turning
the driver’s door lock to the unlock position twice within
five seconds, will unlock all doors.

Locking either front door with the key will lock all doors.

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“Child-Protection” Lock System (Rear Doors)

To provide a safer environment for small children riding
in the rear seat, the rear doors of your vehicle have the
“child-protection” door lock system.

To use the system, open each rear door and use a key to
move the control near the door latch UP to the “Engage”
position as shown on the door label. When the system on
a door is engaged, that door can be opened only by using
the outside door handle. This will occur only if the inside
door lock is in the unlocked (up) position.

NOTE:

For emergency exit with the system engaged,
move the lock plunger up (unlocked position), lower the
window and open the door with the outside door handle.

WARNING!

Avoid trapping anyone in the vehicle in a collision.
Remember that the rear doors can only be opened
from the outside when the child protection locks are
engaged.

Automatic (Rolling) Door Locks

On vehicles equipped with an EVIC (Electronic Vehicle
Information Center), these functions can be selected at
the EVIC using the Customer Programmable Features.
Refer to the EVIC-Customer Programmable Features for
details.

The doors will lock automatically, as delivered from the
factory, if:

1. The transaxle is in gear,

2. all doors are closed,

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3. vehicle speed is above 15 m.p.h. (24 km/h),

4. the accelerator pedal is depressed.
The Automatic Door Locks can be disabled or re-enabled

by performing the same following procedure:

1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignition.

2. Cycle the ignition switch between OFF and ON/RUN
and back to OFF 4 times ending up in the OFF position.

3. Depress the power door lock switch to lock the doors.

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4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the
programming.

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Automatic Unlock on Exit (Only Available if
Automatic Door Locks Enabled)

This feature will unlock all the doors when the driver’s
door is opened and the ignition switch is in the LOCK
position. This function is disabled as delivered from the
factory. Automatic Unlock on Exit can be enabled or
disabled by performing the following procedure:

1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignition.

2. Cycle the ignition switch between ON/RUN and OFF
4 times ending up in the OFF position.

3. Press upward on the power door unlock switch to
unlock the doors.

4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the
programming.

Remote Keyless Entry

This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and
unlock the trunk from distances up to 40 feet (12 meters)
using a transmitter. You don’t have to point the transmit­ter at the vehicle to activate the system.

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To unlock the doors:

Press and release the unlock button on the transmitter.

NOTE:

The system may be programmed to unlock all
the doors upon the first press of the Unlock button. To
toggle between the first press unlock of driver’s door to
unlock of all doors, perform the following procedure:

1. Press and hold the Unlock button on the transmitter.

2. Continue to hold the Unlock button, wait at least 4 but
no longer than 10 seconds, then press the Lock button.

3. Release both buttons.

Enable/Disable Lamp Flash:

The Lamp Flash can be enabled or disabled by perform­ing the following procedure:

1. Press and hold the Lock button on the transmitter.

2. Continue to hold the Lock button, wait at least 4 but
no longer than 10 seconds, then press the Trunk button.

3. Release both buttons.

To lock the doors:

Press and release the LOCK button to lock all doors. The
horn will chirp once and the park and tail lights will flash
to acknowledge the signal.

Enable/Disable Horn chirp:

The horn chirp feature can be enabled or disabled by
performing the following procedure:

1. Press and hold the Lock button on the transmitter.

2. Continue to hold the Lock button, wait at least 4 but
no longer than 10 seconds, then press the Unlock button.

3. Release both buttons.

NOTE:

To enable/disable the Lamp Flash, see proce-

dure described above.

To unlock the trunk:

Press and hold the trunk button on the transmitter to
unlatch the trunk.

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Enable/Disable Trunk Press and Hold:

The transmitter can be programmed to unlatch the trunk
immediately upon activation of the Trunk button (with­out pressing and holding) by performing the following
procedure:

1. Press and hold the Unlock button on the transmitter.

2. Continue to hold the Unlock button, wait at least 4 but
no longer than 10 seconds, then press the Trunk button.

3. Release both buttons.

Panic Alarm

The panic alarm unlocks the driver’s door, turns on the
interior lights, flashes the foglights and sounds the horn
for about 3 minutes or until the alarm is turned off. The
vehicle can be driven while in the Panic mode.

To Use The Panic Alarm:

Press and hold the Panic button to activate the alarm.
Press and hold the Panic button or unlock the door with
the key to deactivate the alarm. The alarm will also shut
itself off after 3 minutes or when vehicle speed reaches 15
m.p.h. (24 km/h).

To Program Additional Transmitters:

Up to 4 transmitters can be programmed to your vehicle.
To program a transmitter, perform the following proce­dure.

On vehicles equipped with an EVIC (Electronic Vehicle
Information Center), these functions can be selected at
the EVIC using the Customer Programmable Features.
Refer to EVIC— Customer Programmable Features for
details.

NOTE:

When entering program mode, all previously
programmed transmitters are erased from memory,
therefore you must reprogram ALL the transmitters
when you enter program mode.

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1. With the vehicle in Park, turn the Ignition switch to the
ON position.

2. Using a previously programmed transmitter, press the
Unlock button on the transmitter. Continue to hold the
Unlock button, wait at least 4 but no longer than 10
seconds, then press and hold the Panic button for at least
one second. Release both buttons simultaneously. You
will hear a chime to signal that you can proceed with
programming the new transmitter.

3. One by one with each transmitter (includes previously
programmed as well as the new transmitter), press and

release the lock and unlock buttons simultaneously. You
will hear a chime after each transmitter has been success­fully programmed. You will have 30 seconds to finish
programming all new transmitters. A chime will sound
when the 30 seconds is over or the ignition switch is
turned to the Lock position.

Transmitter Linked to Memory Programming

Your remote transmitters can be programmed to return
the driver’s seat, mirrors, and radio presets to the saved
position when the Unlock button is pressed and released.

NOTE:

When newly purchased (or replacement) trans­mitters are programmed into the vehicle, the first trans­mitter programmed will be associated with memory
setting 1, and the second transmitter programmed will be
associated with memory setting 2. Additional transmit­ters will not be associated with a memory setting.

To program your transmitters, perform the following:

1. Adjust the seat and side view mirrors to the desired
position. Program the radio preset buttons to the desired
stations.

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2. Press and release the Set (S) button on the memory
seat switch, then press and release memory button 1 or 2.

3. Within ten seconds of completing step 2, press and
release the Lock button on the transmitter. This will link
the transmitter to the desired memory setting.

NOTE:

Your transmitters may be unlinked to your
memory settings by following the procedure above ex­cept pressing the Unlock button on the transmitter in step
3 above. On vehicles equipped with an EVIC (Electronic
Vehicle Information Center), these functions can be se­lected at the EVIC using the Customer Programmable
Features. Refer to EVIC-Customer Programmable Fea­tures for details. When newly purchased (or replacement)
transmitters are programmed into the vehicle, the first
transmitter trained will be associated with memory set­ting 1, and the second transmitter trained will be associ­ated with memory setting 2. Additional transmitters will
not be associated with a memory setting.

General Information

This transmitter complies with FCC rules part 15 and
with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause harmful interference and (2) This device must
accept any interference that may be received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.

If your Remote Lock Control fails to operate from a
normal distance, check for these two conditions:

1. Weak batteries in transmitter. The expected life of
batteries is from one to two years.

2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station
tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB radios.

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Transmitter Battery Service

The recommended replacement battery is DL 2016 or its
equivalent.

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Pry the transmitter halves apart with a dime or similar
object. Make sure not to damage the rubber gasket
during removal.

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Remove and replace the batteries. Avoid touching the
new batteries with your fingers. Skin oils may cause
battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it
with rubbing alcohol.

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Reassemble the transmitter case. Snap the halves to­gether and test transmitter operation.

SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM

The system monitors the doors, trunk key cylinder, and
ignition for unauthorized operation.

If something triggers the alarm, the system will signal for
up to 18 minutes. For the first 3 minutes the horn will
sound and the foglights, park and tail lights and the SET
light will flash. The horn will stop and if the source of the
trigger is still present, the lights will continue to flash for
another 15 minutes.

NOTE:

The engine will not start until you disarm the

system.

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To set the alarm:

1. Remove the keys from the ignition switch and get out
of the vehicle.

2. Lock the door using either the door key, power door
lock switch, or the Keyless Entry Transmitter and close all
doors.

3. The SET light on the top of the instrument panel will
flash rapidly for 16 seconds. This shows that the system
is arming. If the light comes on but does not flash, the
system is still armed, but there is a problem in the trunk
circuit. After 16 seconds the SET light will continue to
flash slowly. This shows that the system is fully armed.

To disarm the system:

Unlock a front door using either the key or the Keyless
Entry Transmitter.

Tamper Alert

If the horn sounds 3 times when you unlock a front door
using either a key or the Keyless Entry Transmitter, the
alarm had been triggered. Check the vehicle for tamper­ing.

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Security System Manual Override

The system will not arm if you lock the doors using the
manual lock control.

POWER WINDOWS

Window controls on the driver’s door control all door
windows.

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The driver’s window switch has an Auto Down feature.
Press the window switch past the detent, release, and the
window will go down automatically. Press the switch a
second time in either direction to stop the window.

To open the window part way, press the window switch to
the detent and release it when you want the window to stop.

The window lock switch on the driver’s door allows you
to disable the window control on the other doors.

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REMOTE TRUNK LID RELEASE

You can open the trunk lid from inside the vehicle by
pressing the switch on the left side of the instrument
panel. The transmission must be in Park before the
switch will operate.

TRUNK SAFETY WARNING

WARNING!

Do not allow children to have access to the trunk,
either by climbing into the trunk from outside, or
through the inside of the vehicle. Always close the
trunk lid when your vehicle is unattended. Once in
the trunk, young children may not be able to escape,
even if they entered through the rear seat. If trapped
in the trunk, children can die from suffocation or
heat stroke.

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Trunk Emergency Release

The trunk of your vehicle is equipped with an emergency
release handle. It is located on the inside of the trunk lid,
near the latch, and is coated so that it glows in a darkened
trunk. Pull on the handle to open the trunk.

OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS

Some of the most important safety features in your
vehicle are the restraint systems. These include the front
and rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers, front
airbags for both the driver and front passenger and side
airbags, if equipped, for both the driver and right front
passenger. If you will be carrying children too small for
adult-size belts, your seat belts also can be used to hold
infant and child restraint systems.

Please pay close attention to the information in this
section. It tells you how to use your restraint system
properly to keep you and your passengers as safe as
possible.

WARNING!

In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer
much greater injuries if you are not properly buck­led up. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or
other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the
vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your
vehicle are buckled up properly.

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Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even
on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver
and cause a collision which includes you. This can
happen far away from home or on your own street.

Research has shown that seat belts save lives. And they
can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some
of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown
from the vehicle. Seat belts provide protection from that,
and they reduce the risk of injury caused by striking the
inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle needs
to be buckled up all the time.

Lap/Shoulder Belts

All seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with
Lap/Shoulder Belts.

The belt webbing retractor will lock only during very
sudden stops or collisions. This feature allows the shoul­der part of the belt to move freely with you under normal
conditions. But in a collision, the belt will lock and reduce
your risk of striking the inside of the vehicle or being
thrown out.

WARNING!

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Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat
belts are designed to go around the large bones of
your body. These are the strongest parts of your
body and can take the forces of a collision the
best. Wearing your belt in the wrong place could
make your injuries in a collision much worse. You
might suffer internal injuries, or you could even
slide out of part of the belt. Follow these instruc­tions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep
your passengers safe, too.

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Two people should never be belted into a single
seat belt. People belted together can crash into one
another in an accident, hurting one another badly.
Never use a lap/shoulder belt or a lap belt for
more than one person, no matter what their size.

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Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions

1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and
adjust the front seat.

Center Console removed from following illustrations

2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat.
Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch
plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt
go around your lap.

3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch
plate into the buckle until you hear a ”click.”

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WARNING!

• A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will
not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride
too high on your body, possibly causing internal
injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle
nearest you.

• A belt that is too loose will not protect you as well.
In a sudden stop you could move too far forward,
increasing the possibility of injury. Wear your seat
belt snugly.

• A belt that is worn under your arm is very
dangerous. Your body could strike the inside sur­faces of the vehicle in a collision, increasing head
and neck injury. A belt worn under the arm can cause
internal injuries. Ribs aren’t as strong as shoulder
bones. Wear the belt over your shoulder so that your
strongest bones will take the force in a collision.

• A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect
you from injury during a collision. You are more
likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not
wear your shoulder belt. The lap and shoulder belt
are meant to be used together.

4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your
abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up
a bit on the shoulder belt, as shown. To loosen the lap belt
if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt.
A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a
collision.

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WARNING!

• A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of
internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t
be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your
abdomen. Always wear the lap belt as low as pos­sible and keep it snug.

• A twisted belt can’t do its job as well. In a collision
it could even cut into you. Be sure the belt is straight.
If you can’t straighten a belt in your vehicle, take it
to your dealer and have it fixed.

5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is
comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retractor
will withdraw any slack in the belt.

6. To release the belt, push the red button marked PRESS
on the buckle. The belt will automatically retract to its
stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate down
the webbing to allow it to retract fully.

WARNING!

A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision
and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt
system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose
parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately.
Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt
assemblies must be replaced after an accident if they
have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing,
etc.).

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Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage

In the front seats, the shoulder belt can be adjusted
upward or downward to position the belt away from
your neck. Push the lever above the webbing upward to
release the anchorage, and then move it up or down to
the position that serves you best.

As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will
prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average,
you’ll prefer a higher position. When you release the
anchorage, try to move it up or down to make sure that
it is locked in position.

In the rear seat, move toward the center of the seat to
position the belt away from your neck.

Seat Belts and Pregnant Women

We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts
throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is
the best way to keep the baby safe.

Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt
across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible.
Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the
abdomen. That way the strong bones of the hips will take
the force if there is a collision.

Seat Belt Extender

If a seat belt is too short, even when fully extended and
when the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage (if so
equipped) is in its lowest position, your dealer can
provide you with a seat belt extender. This extender
should be used only if the existing belt is not long
enough. When it is not required, remove the extender
and store it.

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WARNING!

Using a seat belt extender when not needed can
increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use the
extender when the lap belt is not long enough when
it is worn low and snug, and in the recommended
seating positions. Remove and store the extender
when not needed.

Driver and Right Front Passenger Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag

This vehicle has front airbags for both the driver and
front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint
systems. The driver’s front airbag is mounted in the
center of the steering wheel. The passenger’s front airbag
is mounted in the instrument panel, above the glove
compartment. The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on
the airbag covers.

If the vehicle is equipped with side airbags, they are
located inside the driver and front passenger seats, and
their covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG.

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WARNING!

•

Do not put anything on or around the front airbag
covers or attempt to manually open them. You
may damage the airbags and you could be injured
because the airbags are not there to protect you.
These protective covers are designed to open only
when the airbags are inflated.

•

If your vehicle is equipped with side airbags, do
not use accessory seat covers or place objects
between you and the side airbags; the perfor­mance could be adversely affected and/or objects
could be pushed into you, causing serious injury.

•

If your vehicle is equipped with side airbags, do
not attach cup holders or any other objects on or
around the door. The inflating side airbag could
drive the objects into occupants, causing serious
injury.

Airbags inflate in moderate to high speed impacts. Along
with the seat belts, front airbags work with the instru­ment panel knee bolsters to provide improved protection

for the driver and front passenger. Side airbags also work
with seat belts to improve occupant protection.

The seat belts are designed to protect you in many types
of collisions. The front airbags deploy only in moderate
to severe frontal collisions. In certain types of collisions,
both the front and side airbags may be triggered. But
even in collisions where the airbags work, you need the
seat belts to keep you in the right positon for the airbags
to protect you properly.

Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize
the risk of harm from a deploying airbag.

1. Children 12 years old and under should always ride
buckled up in the rear seat.

Infants in rear-facing child restraints (designed for chil­dren up to 20 lbs. [9kg.] and at least one year old) should
NEVER ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passen­ger front airbag. An airbag deployment could cause
serious injury or death to an infant in that position.

Children that are not big enough to properly wear the
vehicle seat belt (see section on “Child Restraint”) should

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be secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt­positioning booster seats appropriate for the size and age
of the child.

Older children who do not use child restraints or belt­positioning booster seats should ride properly buckled
up in the rear seat. Never allow children to slide the
shoulder belt behind them or under their arm.

If a child from 1 to 12 years old must ride in the front
passenger seat because the vehicle is crowded, move the
seat as far back as possible, and use the proper child
restraint. See the section on “Child Restraint”.

You should read the instructions provided with your
child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly.

2. All occupants should wear their lap and shoulder belts
properly.

3. The driver and front passenger seats should be moved
back as far as practical to allow the front airbags room to
inflate.

4. If your vehicle has side airbags, do not lean against the
door, airbags will inflate forcefully into the space be­tween you and the door.

WARNING!

•

Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more
severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work
with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In
some collisions the airbags won’t deploy at all.
Always wear your seat belts even though you
have airbags.

•

Being too close to the steering wheel or instru­ment panel during airbag deployment could cause
serious injury.

•

Airbags need room to inflate. Sit back, comfort­ably extending your arms to reach the steering
wheel or instrument panel.

•

If the vehicle has side airbags, they also need
room to inflate. Do not lean against the door. Sit
upright in the center of the seat.

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Airbag System Components

The airbag system consists of the following:

•

ACM (Airbag Control Module)

•

AIRBAG Readiness Light

•

Driver and Passenger Front Airbags

•

Optional Driver and Passenger Side Airbags.

•

Steering Wheel and Column

•

Instrument Panel

•

Interconnecting Wiring

•

Crash Sensors

•

Knee Impact Bolsters

The side airbag system, on vehicles so equipped, consists
of the following:

•

AIRBAG Readiness Light

•

Side Airbag in the Driver’s Seat

•

Side Airbag in the Passenger’s Seat

•

ACM (Airbag Control Module)

•

SIACM (Side Impact Airbag Control Module)

•

Interconnecting Wiring

How the Frontal Airbag System Works

The front airbag control module determines if a frontal

•

collision is severe enough to require the airbags to
inflate.

•

The airbag control module will not detect side, roll
over, or rear collisions.

•

The airbag control module also monitors the readiness
of the electronic parts of the system whenever the
ignition switch is in the START or RUN positions.
These include all of the items listed above except the
knee bolsters, the instrument panel, and the steering
wheel and column. If the key is in the OFF position, in
the ACC position, or not in the ignition, the airbags are
not on and will not inflate.

•

The airbag control module also turns on the
AIRBAG light in the instrument panel for 6 to
8 seconds when the ignition is first turned on,

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then turns the light off. If it detects a malfunction in
any part of the system, it turns on the light either
momentarily or continuously.

WARNING!

Ignoring the AIRBAG light in your instrument panel
could mean you won’t have the airbags to protect
you in a collision. If the light does not come on, stays
on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes on as you
drive, have the airbag system checked right away.

•

When the airbag control module detects an impact
requiring the front airbags, it signals the inflator units.
A large quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate
the airbags. The airbag covers separate and fold out of
the way as the airbags inflate to their full size. The
airbags fully inflate in about 60 milliseconds. This is
only about half of the time it takes you to blink your
eyes. The airbags then quickly deflate while helping to
restrain the driver and right front passenger. The
driver’s front airbag gas is vented towards the instru­ment panel. The passenger’s front airbag gas is vented

through vent holes in the sides of the airbag. In this
way the airbags do not interfere with your control of
the vehicle.

•

The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees and
position you for the best interaction with the airbags.

If A Deployment Occurs

The airbag system is designed to deploy when the airbag
control module detects a moderate-to-severe frontal col­lision, to help restrain the driver and right front passen­ger, and then to immediately deflate.

NOTE:

need airbag protection will not activate the system. This
does not mean something is wrong with the airbag
system.

If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags, any
or all of the following may occur:

•

The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abra­sions and/or skin reddening to the driver and right
front passenger as the airbags deploy and unfold. The
abrasions are similar to friction rope burns or those
you might get sliding along a carpet or gymnasium

A frontal collision that is not severe enough to

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floor. They are not caused by contact with chemicals.
They are not permanent and normally heal quickly.
However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a
few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor
immediately.

•

As the airbags deflate you may see some smoke-like
particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the
process that generates the nontoxic gas used for airbag
inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the skin,
eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye irritation,
rinse the area with cool water. For nose or throat
irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation continues,
see your doctor. If these particles settle on your
clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s instruc­tions for cleaning.

•

It is not advisable to drive your vehicle after the
airbags have been deployed. If you are involved in
another collision, the airbags will not be in place to
protect you.

WARNING!

Deployed airbags can’t protect you in another colli­sion. Have the airbags replaced by an authorized
dealer as soon as possible.

How the Side Airbag System Works

The side impact airbag control module determines if a

•

side collision is severe enough to require the airbag to
inflate. The ACM will not detect rollover, front or rear
impacts.

•

The side impact airbag control module monitors the
readiness of the electronic parts of the system when­ever the ignition switch is in the “START” or “RUN”
positions. These include all of the items listed above
except for the AIRBAG light (which is controlled by
the frontal airbag system).

•

In moderate to severe side collisions, the side airbag
inflator on the crash side of the vehicle is triggered,
releasing a quantity of nontoxic gas. The inflating side
airbag exits through the seat seam into the space
between the occupant and the door. The side airbag
moves at a very high speed and with such a high force,
that it could injure you if you are not seated properly,
or if items are positioned in the area where the side
airbag inflates. This especially applies to children.

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Maintaining Your Airbag System

WARNING!

•

Modifications to any part of the airbag system
could cause it to fail when you need it. You could
be injured because the airbag is not there to
protect you. Do not modify the components or
wiring, including adding any kind of badges or
stickers to the airbag covers. Do not modify the
front bumper or vehicle body structure.

•

You need proper knee impact protection in a
collision. Do not mount or locate any aftermarket
equipment on or behind the knee impact bolsters.

•

It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the
airbag system yourself. Be sure to tell anyone who
works on your vehicle that it has airbags.

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Airbag Light

You will want to have the airbags ready for your
protection in an impact. While the airbag system

is designed to be maintenance free, if any of the
following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the
system immediately.

•

The AIRBAG light does not come on or flickers during
the 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition switch is first
turned on.

•

The light remains on or flickers after the 6 to 8 second
interval.

•

The light flickers or comes on and remains on while
driving.

Child Restraint

Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the
time– babies and children too. Every state in the United
States and all Canadian provinces require that small
children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the law,
and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it.

Children 12 years and under should ride properly buck­led up in a rear seat. According to crash statistics,
children are safer when properly restrained in the rear
seat rather than the front.

WARNING!

In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny
baby, can become a missile inside the vehicle. The
force required to hold even an infant on your lap
could become so great that you could not hold the
child, no matter how strong you are. The child and
others could be badly injured. Any child riding in
your vehicle should be in a proper restraint for the
child’s size.

There are different sizes and types of restraints for
children from newborn size to the child almost large
enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child
seat owner’s manual to ensure you have the right seat for
your child. Use the restraint that is correct for your child:

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41

Infants and Child Restraints

•

Safety experts recommend that children ride
rearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at least
one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg). Two types
of child restraints can be used rearward-facing: infant
carriers and “convertible” child seats.

•

The infant carrier is only used rearward-facing in the
vehicle. It is recommended for children who weigh up
to about 20 lbs (9 kg). “Convertible” child seats can be
used either rearward-facing or forward-facing in the
vehicle. Convertible child seats often have a higher
weight limit in the rearward-facing direction than in­fant carriers do, so they can be used rearward-facing by
children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) but are less
than one year old. Both types of child restraints are held
in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the LATCH
anchorage system. (See the LATCH — Child Seat An­chorage System section for greater explanation.)

•

Rearward-facing child seats must NEVER be used in
the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger
airbag. An airbag deployment could cause severe
injury or death to infants in this position.

WARNING!

•

A rearward facing infant restraint should only be
used in a rear seat. A rearward facing infant
restraint in the front seat may be struck by a
deploying passenger airbag which may cause se­vere or fatal injury to the infant.

•

Improper installation can lead to failure of an
infant or child restraint. It could come loose in a
collision. The child could be badly injured or
killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions ex­actly when installing an infant or child restraint.

Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child
restraint:

•

Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it
has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety
Standards. We also recommend that you try a child
restraint in the vehicle seats where you will use it
before you buy it.

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•

The restraint must be appropriate for your child’s
weight and height. Check the label on the restraint for
weight and height limits.

•

Carefully follow the instructions that come with the
restraint. If you install the restraint improperly, it may
not work when you need it.

•

Buckle the child into the seat according to the seat
manufacturer’s directions.

•

When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in the
vehicle with the seat belt or remove it from the vehicle.
Do not leave it loose in the vehicle. In a sudden stop or
collision, it could strike the occupants or seat backs
and cause serious personal injury.

NOTE:

For additional information, refer to

www.seatcheck.org or call 1–866–SEATCHECK.
Older Children and Child Restraints

Children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) and who are
older than one year can ride forward-facing in the
vehicle. Forward-facing child seats and convertible child
seats used in the forward-facing direction are for children
who weigh 20 to 40 lbs (9 to 18 kg) and who are older

than one year. These child seats are also held in the
vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the LATCH anchor­age system. (See the LATCH — Child Seat Anchorage
System Section.)

The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weighing
more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small to fit
the vehicle’s seat belts properly. If the child cannot sit
with knees bent over the vehicle’s seat cushion while the
child’s back is against the seat back, they should use a
belt-positioning booster seat. The child and belt­positioning booster seat are held in the vehicle by the
lap/shoulder belt.

Children Too Large For Booster Seats

Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt
comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend
over the front of the seat when their back is against the
seatback, should use the lap/shoulder belt in the rear
seat.

•

Make sure that the child is upright in the seat.

•

The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug
as possible.

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•

Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or
slouching can move the belt out of position.

•

If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the
child closer to the center of the vehicle. Never allow a
child to put the shoulder belt behind their back or
under their arm.

LATCH – Child Seat Anchorage System (Lower
Anchors and Tether for CH ildren)

Your vehicle’s rear seat is equipped with the child restraint
anchorage system called LATCH. The LATCH system
provides for the installation of the child restraints without
using the vehicle’s seat belts, instead securing the child
restraint using lower anchorages and upper tether straps
from the child restraint to the vehicle structure.

LATCH-compatible child restraint systems are now avail­able. However, because the lower anchorages are to be
introduced over a period of years, child restraint systems
having attachments for those achorages will continue to
also have features for installation using the vehicle’s seat
belts. Child restraints having tether straps and hooks for
connection tot he top tether anchorages have been avail­able for some time. For some older child restraints, many

child restraint manufacturers offer add-on tether strap
kits or retro-fit kits. You are urged to take advantage of all
the available attachments provided with your child re­straint in any vehicle.

All three rear seating positions have lower
anchorages that are capable of accomodating
LATCH-compatible child seats. These are

round bars, located at the lower area of the seat
back. Install your child seat as per child seat manufac­turer recommendations.

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Installing the LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint
System

We urge that you carefully follow the directions of the
manufacturer when installing your child restraint. Not all
child restraint systems will be installed as described here.
Again, carefully follow the installation instructions that
were provided with the child restraint system.

The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars, located at
the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seat back,
and are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to
install the child restraint. You will easily feel them if you
run your finger alon the intersection of the seatback and
seat cushion surfaces.

In addition, there are tether strap anchorages
behind each rear seating position located in the
panel between the rear seat back and the rear
window. These tether strap anchorages are

under a hinged plastic cover with this symbol on it.
Many, but not all restraint systems will be equipped with

separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or
connector for attachment to the lower anchorage and a

means of adjusting the tension in the strap. Forward­facing toddler restraints and some rear-facing infant
restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap, a
hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage and a
means of adjusting the tension of the strap.

You will first loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and
on the tether strap so that you can more easily attach the
hooks or connectors over the top of the anchorage bars,
pushing aside the seat cover material. Then lift the tether
anchorage cover directly behind the seat where you are
placing the child restraint and attach the tether strap to
the anchorage, being careful to route the tether strap to
provide the most direct path between the anchor and the
child restraint. If your vehicle is equipped with adjust­able rear head restraints, raise the head restraint and,
where possible, route the tether strap under the head
restraint and between the two posts. If not possible,
lower the head restraint and route the tether strap around
the outboard side of the head restraint. Finally, tighten all
three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and
downward into the seat, removing slack in the straps
according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instruc­tions.

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45

WARNING!

Improper installation of a child restraint to the
LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or
child restraint. The child could be badly injured or
killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions exactly
when installing an infant or child restraint.

Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat
Belts

The passenger seat belts are equipped with cinching latch
plates which are designed to keep the lap portion of the
lap/shoulder belt tight around the child restraint so that
it is not necessary to use a locking clip. Pull up on the
shoulder portion of the lap/shoulder belt to tighten the
belt. The cinching latch plate will keep the belt tight,
however, any seat belt system will loosen with time, so
check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary.

In the rear seat, you may have trouble tightening the
lap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because the
buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening
on the restraint. Disconnect the latch plate from the
buckle and twist the short buckle-end belt several times
to shorten it. Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the
release button facing out.

If the belt still can’t be tightened, or if by pulling and
pushing on the restraint loosens the belt, you may need
to do something more. Disconnect the latch plate from
the buckle, turn the buckle around, and insert the latch
plate into the buckle again. If you still can’t make the
child restraint secure, try a different seating position.

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To attach a child restraint tether strap:

1. Lift the cover over the anchor directly behind the seat
where you are placing the child restraint.

2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path
for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If
your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head
restraints, raise the head restraint and route the tether
strap under the head restraint and between the two posts.
If not possible, lower the head restraint and pass the
tether strap around the outboard side of the head re­straint.

3. Attach the tether strap hook (A) of the child restraint to
the anchor (B) and remove slack in the tether strap
according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instruc­tions.

WARNING!

An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind
the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether
strap.

Transporting Pets

Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in
a collision.

Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses
or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS

The engine in your new vehicle does not require a long
break-in period.

Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55
mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.

While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration, within the
limits of local traffic laws, contributes to a good break-in.

Wide open throttle acceleration in low gear can be
detrimental and should be avoided.

The crankcase oil installed in the engine at the factory is
a high quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil
changes should be consistent with expected climate con­ditions under which vehicle operations will occur. The
recommended viscosity and quality grades are in Section
7 of this manual.

Do not use non-detergent or straight mineral oils.
A new engine may consume some oil during its first few

thousand miles of operation. This is a normal part of the
break-in and not an indication of a problem.

SAFETY TIPS
Exhaust Gas

WARNING!

Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can
eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO)
follow the safety tips below.

•

Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined
areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in
or out of the area.

•

If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running, adjust your heating or cooling con­trols to force outside air into the vehicle. Set the blower
at high speed.

•

To avoid drawing exhaust gases into the vehicle, close
the trunk while driving. However, if for some reason it

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must remain open, close all windows. Adjust the
heating or cooling system to force outside air into the
vehicle. Set the blower at high speed.

Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the
Vehicle

Seat Belts

Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.

Safety belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident
if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing,
etc.). If there is any question regarding belt or retractor
condition, replace the belt.

Airbag Light

The light should come on and remain on for 6 to
8 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition

switch is first turned ON. If the bulb is not lit
during starting, have it replaced. If the light stays on or
comes on while driving, have the system checked by an
authorized dealer.

Defrosters

Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield.

Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
the Vehicle

Tires

Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread. Inspect for tread cuts or sidewall
cracks. Check wheel nuts for tightness and tires (includ­ing spare) for proper pressure.

Lights

Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.

Fluid Leaks

Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for
brake fluid, fuel, water, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if
gasoline fumes are present, the cause should be corrected
immediately.

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

CONTENTS

䡵 Console Features

.......................53

▫ Power Seats ..........................57

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䡵 Cup Holders

▫ Front Seat Cupholders ...................53

䡵 Coat Hook
䡵 Mirrors

▫ Adjusting The Inside Day/Night Mirror ......54

▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror Feature .........54

▫ Heated Remote Control Mirrors ............55

▫ Electric Remote Control Mirrors ............55

▫ Supplemental Indicators — 300M Special Only .56

▫ Mirror Adjustment .....................56

䡵 Seats

................................57

..........................53

............................54

..............................54

▫ Power Reclining Seats ...................58

▫ Driver’s Seat Glide –To – Exit Feature ........58

▫ Lumbar Support .......................59

▫ Heated Seats .........................59

▫ Memory Feature .......................60

▫ Programming The Remote Keyless Transmitter

For The Memory Feature .................61

▫ Head Restraints .......................62

▫ Folding Rear Seat ......................62

䡵 To Open And Close The Hood
䡵 Interior Lights

.........................64

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▫ To Turn The Interior Lights On .............64

▫ Battery Saver Feature—Interior Lights ........64

▫ Instrument Panel Lighting ................65

▫ Front Map/Reading Lights ...............65

▫ Rear Seat Reading/Courtesy Lights .........65

䡵 Exterior Lights

.........................66

▫ Headlights And Parking Lights ............66

▫ Lights-On Reminder ....................66

▫ Automatic Headlights ...................66

▫ Headlight Time Delay ...................67

▫ Battery Saver Feature ...................67

▫ Fog Lights ...........................67

▫ Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) ......68

䡵 Multifunction Control Lever

...............68

▫ Turn Signals ..........................68

▫ Passing Light .........................68

▫ Windshield Wipers And Washers ...........69

▫ Speed Sensitive Intermittent Wipers System ....69

䡵 Tilt Steering Column
䡵 Traction Control Switch
䡵 Electronic Speed Control

.....................70

..................70

..................71

▫ To Activate ...........................72

▫ To Set At A Desired Speed ................72

▫ To Deactivate .........................72

▫ To Resume Speed ......................73

▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ................73

▫ To Accelerate For Passing ................73

▫ Using Speed Control On Hills .............73

䡵 Overhead Console

......................74

▫ Dome/Reading Lights ...................74

▫ Headlight Dimmer Switch ................68

䡵 Garage Door Opener — If Equipped

.........75

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▫ Programming The Universal Transceiver ......76

▫ “Rolling Code” Programming .............77

▫ Canadian Programming/Gate Programming . . .79

▫ Operation ............................79

▫ Reprogramming A Single Button ...........79

▫ Security .............................80

䡵 Garage Door Opener — If Equipped

.........80

▫ Programming The Universal Transceiver ......81

▫ Reprogramming a Single Universal Transceiver

Button ..............................83

▫ Operation ............................84

▫ Multiple Security Code Systems (Rolling Code

System) .............................84

▫ For Your Security ......................85

▫ What May Cause The Universal Transceiver Not

ToWork.............................85

䡵 Power Sun Roof — If Equipped

............86

▫ Wind Buffeting ........................87

▫ Sun Roof Maintenance ...................87

䡵 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) —

If Equipped

...........................88

▫ Tire Pressure Monitor System — If Equipped . . .89

▫ Customer Programmable Features ..........91

▫ Compass/Temperature/Trip Computer .......98

▫ Trip Computer ........................98

䡵 Overhead Travel Information Center —

If Equipped

..........................102

▫ US/M Button ........................102

▫ Reset Button .........................102

▫ Global Reset .........................103

▫ Step Button .........................103

▫ Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO) ........103

▫ Distance To Empty (DTE) ...............103

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▫ Trip Odometer (ODO) ..................103

▫ Elapsed Time (ET) .....................103

▫ C/T Button .........................103

▫ Compass/Temperature Display ...........103

▫ Automatic Compass Calibration ...........104

▫ Manual Compass Calibration .............104

▫ Outside Temperature ...................105

䡵 Electrical Power Outlets

.................105

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CONSOLE FEATURES

The center console/armrest has a tissue holder and a
pencil holder mounted on the underside of the cover. The
bottom of the console has built in holders for Compact
Discs or cassette tapes and a coin holder, if equipped.

CUP HOLDERS
Front Seat Cupholders

The cupholders are located in the forward edge of the
console. Press the forward edge of the console to release
the cupholders. Press the cupholder back into the console
when they are no longer needed.

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COAT HOOK

The coat hook is located next to the Rear Seat Reading/
Courtesy Light Switch. Pull the hook down for access.

MIRRORS
Adjusting The Inside Day/Night Mirror

Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear
window. A two point pivot system allows for horizontal
and vertical mirror adjustment.

Automatic Dimming Mirror Feature

This mirror will automatically adjust for annoying head­light glare from vehicles behind you. Push in the button
on the base of the mirror to activate the dimming feature.
A green light in the button will illuminate when this
feature is on.

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Electric Remote Control Mirrors

NOTE:

This feature is most effective when left in the

ON position.

Heated Remote Control Mirrors

These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This
feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear

window defrost.

NOTE:

On vehicles equipped with the automatic dim­ming mirror feature, and when the dimming feature is
activated, the heated remote control mirrors will be
automatically dimmed as well.

NOTE:

Pre selected power mirror positions (for the
driver seat only) can be controlled by the Memory Seat
Feature. Refer to the Seats section which follows.

Press the L or R button located on the driver’s door panel
for Left or Right mirror selection.

Tilt the mirror control up or down, or side to side to
adjust the view in the mirror.

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NOTE:

Place the mirror switch in the neutral (center)
position to prevent accidental changing of the mirror
setting.

Supplemental Indicators — 300M Special Only

The 300M Special is equipped with Supplemental Indi­cators on each of the side mirrors. When using the
Multifunction Control lever to signal, small lights in the
side outside mirrors will flash designating the direction
of the turn.

Mirror Adjustment

Outside Mirror — Driver’s Side

Adjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane of
traffic, with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the
inside mirror.

Right Side Mirror

Adjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see the
side of your vehicle. This type of mirror will give a much
wider view to the rear, and especially of the lane next to
your vehicle.

WARNING!

Vehicles and other objects seen in the right side
convex mirror will look smaller and farther away
than they really are. Relying too much on your right
side mirror could cause you to collide with another
vehicle or other object. Use your inside mirror when
judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in this
convex mirror.

Mirror Tilt in Reverse

This feature will tilt the driver’s exterior mirror down­ward to improve visibility of the rear wheel area when
the vehicle is placed in reverse. Once reverse is disen­gaged, the driver’s exterior mirror will return to it’s
original position.

This feature can be turned on or off by performing the
following procedure:

1. Press and hold the Set button.

2. Move the horizontal seat switch forward.

3. Release the Set button and the horizontal seat switch.

On vehicles equipped with an EVIC (Electronic Vehicle
Information Center), these functions can be selected at
the EVIC using the Customer Programmable Features.
Refer to EVIC-Customer Programmable Features for de­tails.

Illuminated Vanity Mirrors

An illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun visor. To use
the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing the
mirror cover upward. The lamps turn on automatically.
Closing the mirror cover turns off the lamps.

SEATS
Power Seats

The power seat switch is on the outboard side of the seat
near the floor. Use this switch to move the driver’s seat
up or down, forward or rearward, or to tilt the seat. The
passenger’s seat will move forward or rearward.

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WARNING!

Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is
dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could
cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be
properly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjust
the seat only while the vehicle is parked.

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CAUTION!

Do not place any article under a power seat as it may
cause damage to the seat controls.

Power Reclining Seats

The recliner control is on the outboard side of the seat.

WARNING!

Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the
shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and
be seriously or even fatally injured. Use the recliner
only when the vehicle is parked.

Driver’s Seat Glide –To – Exit Feature

This feature provides ease of entry and exit for the driver
by moving the driver’s seat approximately 2–1/8 inches
(55mm) rearward on exit and the same distance forward
after entry, provided that the seat is not in the full
rearward position.

After entry, the seat will return to its previously set
position after one of the following occurs:

•

The ignition switch is turned on

•

The seatbelt is fastened (the seat moves when the seat
belt webbing is pulled out.)

During exit, the seat will move rearward from the set
position when the key is removed from the ignition
providing that the seat is not in the full rearward
position.

This feature can be turned on or off by performing the
following procedure.

1. Press and hold the Set button.

2. Move the horizontal seat switch rearward.

3. Release the Set button and the horizontal seat switch.

NOTE:

The glide feature is only available on the

driver’s seat.

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NOTE:

On vehicles equipped with an EVIC (Electronic
Vehicle Information Center), these functions can be se­lected at the EVIC using the Customer Programmable
Features. Refer to EVIC-Customer Programmable Fea­tures for details.

Lumbar Support

This feature allows you to increase or decrease the
amount of lumbar support. Turn the control lever for­ward to increase and rearward to decrease the desired
amount of lumbar support.

Heated Seats

The front driver’s and passenger seats are heated. The
control for the heater is located on the outboard side of
each seat. After turning on the ignition, you can choose
from High, Off, or Low heat settings. An indicator on the
switch shows which setting has been chosen.

Press the switch once to select a heat setting (high or low)
and press the switch a second time to turn the heated seat
off.

NOTE:

Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt

within 2 to 3 minutes.

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Memory Feature

This feature allows the driver to recall one of two
pre-selected seat/outside mirror settings as well as radio
station preset buttons. The radio display will show which
memory position is being recalled.

The memory feature switch is located on the outboard
side of the driver’s seat, next to the heated seat switch.

To Set The Memory Feature:

1. Use the seat and driver mirror switches to adjust the
seat and driver mirror to the desired positions. Program
the radio preset buttons to the desired stations.

2. Press and release the Set (S) button on the memory
seat switch, then press button 1 within 5 seconds. The
radio display will show which memory position is being
set.

3. A second memory setting can be stored in the vehicle
memory. Begin with pressing 2 on the memory seat
switch for driver 2. Select a second seat/radio setting,
press the Set (S) button, then press button 2 within 5
seconds.

Each time the Set and a numbered button are pressed, the
old memory is erased, and a new one is stored.

NOTE:

The vehicle must be in Park to activate the

Memory feature.

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Programming the Remote Keyless Transmitter for
the Memory Feature

Your remote transmitters can be programmed to return
the driver’s seat, mirror, and radio presets to the saved
position when the Unlock button is pressed and released.

To program your transmitters, perform the following:

1. Insert the key into the ignition and turn the key to the
Run position.

2. Adjust the seat and side view mirror to the desired
position. Program the radio preset buttons to the desired
stations.

3. Press and release the Set (S) button on the memory
seat switch, then press and release button 1 or 2.

4. Press and release the Lock button on the transmitter.

5. Do not press any buttons for 10 seconds.

NOTE:

Your transmitters may be unlinked to your
memory settings by pressing the Unlock button on the
transmitter in step 4 above. On vehicles equipped with an
EVIC (Electronic Vehicle Information Center), these func­tions can be selected at the EVIC using the Customer
Programmable Features. Refer to EVIC-Customer Pro­grammable Features for details. When newly purchased
(or replacement) transmitters are programmed into the
vehicle, the first transmitter trained will be associated
with memory setting 1, and the second transmitter
trained will be associated with memory setting 2. Addi­tional transmitters will not be associated with a memory
setting.

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Head Restraints

Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in
the event of impact from the rear. Adjustable restraints
should be adjusted so that the upper edge is as high as
practical.

The head restraints have a locking button which must be
pushed in to lower the head restraint. The restraints may
be raised without pushing in the button.

Folding Rear Seat

The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to provide an
additional storage area. Pull on the loops shown in the
illustration to fold down either or both seatbacks. These
loops can be tucked away when not in use.

When the seat back is folded to the upright position make
sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the seat
back above the seat strap.

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WARNING!

The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the
rear seatbacks in the locked-up or folded down
position) should not be used as a play area by
children when the vehicle is in motion. They could
be seriously injured in an accident. Children should
be seated and using the proper restraint system.

TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD

To open the hood, two latches must be released. First pull
up on the hood release lever located under the left side of
the instrument panel.

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Then lift up on the catch located under the front edge of
the hood, near the center.

To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Use a firm downward push at the center front
edge of the hood to ensure that both latches engage.
Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed,
with both latches engaged.

WARNING!

If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when
the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision.
You could have a collision. Be sure all hood latches
are fully latched before driving.

INTERIOR LIGHTS
To Turn The Interior Lights On:

Rotate the Dimmer Control upward to the second detent.
Rotate the switch downward to turn the interior lights
off.

NOTE:

When the lights are turned off, they gradually “fade” off.

Battery Saver Feature—Interior Lights

The interior courtesy lights come on when a door is open
or left ajar. To prevent battery drain, if you leave a door
open or ajar these lights will turn off after 15 minutes.
After you close the door, the interior courtesy lights will
again function in the normal matter.

The interior lights have a “fade to off” feature.

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NOTE:

The map lights or reading lights that are manu-

ally switched on will not turn off automatically.

Instrument Panel Lighting

The brightness of the instrument panel lighting can be
regulated by rotating the dimmer switch.

Daytime Brightness Feature

Certain instrument panel components can be illuminated
at full brightness during the daytime. These are the
Odometer, Transmission Range Indicator, Radio, Climate
Controls, and the Overhead Travel Information Center.
This can be helpful when driving with your headlights

on during the daytime such as in a parade or a funeral
procession. To activate this feature, rotate the Dimmer
Control upward to the first detent.

Front Map/Reading Lights

These lights are mounted between the sun visors. Each
light is turned On by pressing the lens. Press the lens a
second time to turn the light Off. The lights also come on
when a door is opened or the dimmer switch is turned
fully upward, past the second detent.

NOTE:

The lights will remain on until the switch is
pressed a second time, so be sure they have been turned
off before leaving the vehicle. They will not turn off
automatically.

Rear Seat Reading/Courtesy Lights

These lights may be individually operated by a switch
next to the light. The Battery Saver feature will not turn
these lights off. Be sure the lights are off before leaving
the vehicle. The lights also come on when a door is
opened or the dimmer switch is turned to the dome light
position, past the detent.

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EXTERIOR LIGHTS
Headlights And Parking Lights

When the headlight switch is turned clockwise

from Off to the first position, the parking lights,
taillights, side marker lights, license plate light and
instrument panel lights are all turned on. The headlights
turn on when the switch is turned to the second position.

Lights-On Reminder

If the headlights or parking lights are left on after the
ignition is turned Off, a chime will sound when the
driver’s door is opened.

Automatic Headlights

This system automatically turns your headlights on at a
preset level of outdoor lighting. To turn the system on,
turn the headlight switch to the extreme left. When the
system is on, the headlight delay feature is also on. This
means that your headlights will stay on for about 90
seconds after you turn the ignition switch off. To turn the

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Automatic system off, turn the headlight switch clock­wise, to the off position.

The engine must be running before the headlights will
come on in the automatic mode.

NOTE:

The Automatic Headlight System will turn on
the headlights if it detects that the windshield wipers
have been in operation for more than 10 seconds.

NOTE:

Your 300M Special vehicle may be equipped
with high intensity headlights (HID). When first turned
on these lights take on a blue hue for about 15 seconds
after which they brighten to a clear light.

Headlight Time Delay

This feature provides the safety of headlight illumination
for about 90 seconds when leaving your vehicle in an
unlighted area. For vehicles equipped with Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), this is customer pro­grammable to Off, 30, 60, or 90 seconds. (See the Elec­tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) section of this
manual.)

To activate the delay, turn off the ignition while the
headlights are still on. Then turn off the headlights within
45 seconds. The delay interval begins when the ignition is
turned off.

If the headlights are turned off before the ignition, they
will go off in the normal manner.

Battery Saver Feature

If an exterior light is left on when the ignition switch is
moved to the Off position, it will automatically turn off
after 10 minutes. Normal operation will resume when the
ignition is turned On or when the headlight switch is
turned to another position.

Fog Lights

Turn the headlight switch to any ON position,
then pull out the headlight switch knob to turn on
the fog lights. A light near the switch will illumi-

nate to show that the Fog Lights are On.

NOTE:

Turning on the high beam headlights will turn
off the fog lights. Fog light operation will resume when
the high beams are turned off and the lights return to the
low beam, parking light, or automatic positions.

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Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)

The headlights are on at a dimmer level whenever the
vehicle is started and the parking brake is released. The
lights remain on until the ignition switch is turned OFF.

MULTIFUNCTION CONTROL LEVER

Turn Signals

The arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to
show operation of the front and rear turn signal lights. If
either light flashes at an extremely fast rate, check for a
defective outside light bulb. If both of the indicators fail
to light when the lever is moved, it would suggest that
the fuse or indicator bulbs are defective.

Headlight Dimmer Switch

Pull the multi-function control lever toward the steering
wheel to switch the headlights from high or low beam.

Passing Light

You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by
lightly pulling the multi-function lever toward the steer­ing wheel. This will cause the headlights to turn on at
high beam and remain on until the lever is released.

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 69

Windshield Wipers And Washers

The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the
control lever. Turn the end of the handle to select the
desired wiper speed.

To use the washer, push the knob in when spray is
desired. If the button is pushed while in the delay range,
the wiper will operate for several seconds after the knob
is released, and then resume the intermittent interval.

If the button is pushed and held while in the OFF
position, the wiper will operate for several wipes then
turn off.

If the button is pushed while in the OFF position, the
wipers will cycle twice.

WARNING!

Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield
could lead to an accident. You might not see other
vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of
the windshield during freezing weather, warm the
windshield with the defroster before and during
windshield washer use.

Speed Sensitive Intermittent Wipers System

Use the intermittent feature of this system when weather
conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a variable
pause between cycles, desirable.

For maximum delay between cycles, turn the control
knob into the upper end of the delay range. The delay
interval decreases as you turn the knob until it enters the
LO continual speed position. The delay can be regulated
from a maximum of about 18 seconds between cycles, to
a cycle every 1/2 second.

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NOTE:

Vehicle speed is monitored to calculate wiper
delay intervals. The delay between cycles is shortened
when the vehicle is moving above 10 m.p.h. (16 km/h)
and lengthened below 10 m.p.h. (16 km/h).

TILT STEERING COLUMN

To tilt the column, pull the small lever below the turn
signal control toward you and move the wheel up or
down, as desired. Release the lever to lock the wheel
firmly in place.

WARNING!

Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is
moving is dangerous. Without a stable steering col­umn, you could lose control of the vehicle and have
an accident. Adjust the column only while the ve­hicle is stopped. Be sure it is locked before driving.

TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH

To turn the Traction Control System Off, press the switch
located on the instrument panel, to the right of the
steering column, until the TRAC OFF light in the instru­ment cluster lights up.

To turn the Traction Control System On, press the switch
until the TRAC OFF light in the instrument cluster turns
off.

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ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL

This device can be engaged to take over the accelerator
operation at speeds between 30 mph (48 km/h) and 85
mph (137 km/h). The controls are mounted on the
steering wheel.

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NOTE:

Traction Control System comes on each time the
ignition switch is turned On. This will occur even if you
used the switch to turn the Traction system off during the
previous ignition cycle.

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To Activate:

Push the ON/OFF button to turn the system ON. The
CRUISE light in the instrument cluster will illuminate
when the system is ON.

NOTE:

You must press the ON/OFF button to activate
the system each time the engine is started.

WARNING!

Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on
when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally
set the system or cause it to go faster than you want.
You could lose control and have an accident. Always
leave the system OFF when you are not using it.

To Set At A Desired Speed:

When the vehicle has reached the desired speed, and the
system is activated, press and release the SET button.
Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the
selected speed.

To Deactivate:

A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL
button or normal brake pressure while slowing the
vehicle will deactivate the speed control without erasing
the memory. Pushing the ON/OFF button or turning off
the ignition turns the speed control system off and erases
the memory.

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To Resume Speed:

To resume a previously set speed, push and release the
ACCEL/RESUME button. Resume can be used at any
speed above 25 mph (40 km/h).

To Vary The Speed Setting:

When the speed control is engaged, speed can be in­creased by pressing and holding the ACCEL/RESUME
button. When the button is released, a new set speed will
be established.

Tapping the ACCEL/RESUME button once will result in
a 2 mph (3 km/h) speed increase. Each time the button is
tapped, speed will increase. For example, tapping the
button three times will increase speed by 6 mph (10
km/h), etc.

To decrease speed while speed control is engaged, press
and hold the COAST button. Release the button when the
desired speed is reached, and the new speed will be set.

Tapping the COAST button once will result ina1mph
speed decrease. Each time the button is tapped, speed
will decrease. For example, tapping the button 3 times
will decrease the speed by 3 mph, etc.

To Accelerate For Passing:

Depress the accelerator as you would normally. When the
pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed.

WARNING!

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Speed Control can be dangerous where the system
can’t maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could
go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose
control. An accident could be the result. Don’t use
Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are
winding, icy, snow-covered, or slippery.

Using Speed Control On Hills

Your vehicle is equipped with Interactive Speed Control.
This feature operates when traveling up or down hills
with the Speed Control engaged and the driver’s foot off
of the accelerator.

When Climbing A Hill

If vehicle speed drops 3 mph (5 km/h) below the Speed
Control SET speed, the transmission will downshift to
third gear. Under severe conditions the transmission may

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downshift again to second gear. The transmission will
upshift as the vehicle reaches the top of the hill.

When Descending A Hill

If vehicle speed rises 3 mph (5 km/h) over the Speed
Control SET speed, the transmission will downshift to
third gear. This provides engine braking to keep vehicle
speed under control. The transmission will not downshift
below third gear to control vehicle overspeed. The trans­mission will upshift to fourth gear after the vehicle has
reached the bottom of the hill.

NOTE:

On very steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain
may occur. It may be preferable to drive without Speed
Control.

Rolling Hills

The transmission may downshift into third gear and
remain there as the vehicle travels over rolling hills. The
transmission will upshift into fourth gear when the road
flattens out.

The transmission will resume its normal shift schedule if
you depress the accelerator pedal during any of the
above conditions.

OVERHEAD CONSOLE

The overhead console contains dome/reading lights, an
optional universal garage door opener (HomeLink威), an
optional sunroof switch, and either an Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC) or an Overhead Travel Infor­mation System (OTIS).

Dome/Reading Lights

Located in the overhead console are two dome/reading
lights.

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The dome/reading lights illuminate when a door is
opened or when the interior lights are turned on by
rotating the dimmer control located on the multi-function
lever.

The reading lights are activated by pressing on the
recessed area of the corresponding lens.

NOTE:

The dome/reading lights will remain on until
the switch is pressed a second time, so be sure they have
been turned off before leaving the vehicle.

GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED

Equipped in vehicles that have the optional Overhead
Travel Information System (OTIS)

The HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver replaces up to
three remote controls (hand held transmitters) that oper­ate devices such as garage door openers, motorized
gates, or home lighting. It triggers these devices at the
push of a button. The Universal Transceiver operates off
your vehicle’s battery and charging system; no batteries
are needed.

For additional information on HomeLink威, call
1–800–355–3515, or on the internet at
www.homelink.com.

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WARNING!

A moving garage door can cause injury to people and
pets in the path of the door. People or pets could be
seriously or fatally injured. Only use this transceiver
with a garage door opener that has a “stop and
reverse” feature as required by federal safety stan­dards. This includes most garage door opener mod­els manufactured after 1982. Do not use a garage
door opener without these safety features it could
cause injury or death. Call toll-free 1–800–355–3515
or, on the Internet at www.homelink.com for safety
information or assistance.

Programming The Universal Transceiver

For best results, install a new battery in the hand held
transmitter before programming. If your garage door
opener (located in the garage) is equipped with an
antenna, make sure that the antenna is hanging straight
down.

1. Turn off the engine.

WARNING!

Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger­ous gas. Do not run the vehicle’s exhaust while
training the transceiver. Exhaust gas can cause seri­ous injury or death.

WARNING!

Your motorized door or gate will open and close
while you are training the universal transceiver. Do
not train the transceiver if people or pets are in the
path of the door or gate. A moving door or gate can
cause serious injury or death to people and pets or
damage to objects.

2. Erase the factory test codes by pressing the two
outside buttons. Release the buttons when the light in the
overhead console display begins to flash (about 20 sec­onds).

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NOTE:

Step 2 does not have to be followed to program

additional hand held transmitters.

3. Choose one of the three buttons to train. Place the
hand held controller one to three inches from the univer­sal transceiver while keeping its indicator light in view.

4. Using both hands, press the hand held transmitter
button and the desired universal transceiver button. Do
not release the buttons until step 5 has been completed.

NOTE:

Some entry gates and garage door openers may
require you to replace step 4 with the procedures listed
under Canadian Programming.

5. The indicator light in the Universal Transceiver will
begin to flash, first slowly and then rapidly. The rapid
flashing indicates successful programming. If after 90
seconds the indicator light does not flash rapidly or goes
out, return to step 1 and repeat the procedure. To train the
other buttons, repeat steps 3 and 4. Be sure to keep your
hand held transmitters in case you need to retrain the
Universal Transceiver.

If you do not successfully program the Universal Trans­ceiver to learn the signal of your hand held transmitter,
refer to the Rolling Code Paragraph, or call toll free for
customer assistance at 1–800–355–3515, or on the internet
at www.homelink.com.

“Rolling Code” Programming

NOTE:

If your hand held transmitter appears to pro­gram the Universal Transceiver, but your garage door or
other device does not operate, and your device was
manufactured after 1996, your garage door opener or
other device may have a “Rolling Code” system.

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On garage door openers with the “Rolling Code” feature,
the transmitter code changes after each use to prevent the
copying of your code.

To check if your device is protected by a “Rolling Code”
system:

•

Check the owner’s manual for the device for mention
of “Rolling Codes”.

•

Press and hold the programmed button on the Univer­sal Transceiver. If the Universal Transceiver indicator
light flashes rapidly and then stays on after 2 seconds,
the device has the “Rolling Code” feature.

To train a garage door opener (or other rolling code
equipped devices) with the rolling code feature, follow
these instructions after completing the Programming
portion of this text:

NOTE:

The assistance of a second person may make the

following programming procedure quicker and easier.

1. Locate the training button on the garage door motor
head unit. The exact location and color of the button may
vary by garage door opener manufacturer. If you have

difficulty in locating the training button, check your
garage door opener manual, or call 1-800-355-3515 or, on
the Internet, at www.homelink.com.

2. Press and hold the training button on the garage door
opener head unit This will activate the “training” light.

NOTE:

After completing step 2, you have 30 seconds to

start step 3.

3. Return to the Universal Transceiver in the vehicle and
firmly press and release the garage door button. Press
and release the button a second time to complete the
training process. Some garage door openers may require
you to do this procedure a third time to complete the
training.

Your garage door opener should now recognize your
Universal Transceiver. The remaining two buttons may
now be programmed if this has not previously been
done. Refer to the Programming instructions. You may
use either your Universal Transceiver or your original
hand-held transmitter to open you garage door.

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Canadian Programming/Gate Programming

Canadian frequency laws, and the technology of some
entry gates, require you to press and release the hand
held transmitter button every two seconds during pro­gramming

Continue to press and hold the Universal Transceiver
button while you press and release the hand held trans­mitter button until the frequency signal has been learned.
The Universal Transceiver light will flash slowly and
then rapidly when the programming is successful.

NOTE:

When programming such a garage door opener
or gate, unplug the device to prevent possible damage to
the garage door or gate motor.

Operation

Press and hold the desired button on the Universal
Transceiver until the garage door or other device begins
to operate. The light in the display shows that the signal
is being transmitted. The hand held transmitter may also
be used at any time.

Reprogramming A Single Button

1. Press and hold the Universal Transceiver button to be
reprogrammed. Do not release until step 4 has been
completed.

2. When the indicator light begins to flash slowly (after
20 seconds) position the hand held transmitter 1 to 3
inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the button to be trained.

3. Press and hold the hand held transmitter button.

4. The Universal Transceiver indicator light will begin to
flash, first slowly, then rapidly. When the indicator lights
begin to flash rapidly, release both buttons.

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Security

If you sell your vehicle, be sure to erase the frequencies.
To erase all of the previously trained frequencies, hold

down both outside buttons until the green light begins to
flash.

This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with
RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the
following conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

2. This device must accept any interference that may be
received including interference that may cause undesired
operation.

NOTE:

Changes or modifications not expressly ap­proved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

HomeLink威 is a trademark owned by Johnson Controls,
Inc.

GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED

Equipped in vehicles that have the optional Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)

The HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver replaces up to
three remote controls (hand-held transmitters) that oper­ate devices such as garage door openers, motorized
gates, or home lighting. It triggers these devices at the
push of a button, located on the overhead console. The
universal transceiver operates off your vehicle’s battery
and charging system; no batteries are needed.

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WARNING!

A moving garage door can cause injury to people and
pets in the path of the door. People or pets could be
seriously or fatally injured. Use this transceiver with
a garage door opener that has a “stop and reverse”
feature as required by federal safety standards. This
includes most garage door opener models manufac­tured after 1982. Contact HomeLink威 at
1–800–355–3515 for safety information or assistance
or on the internet at www.homelink.com.

Programming The Universal Transceiver

WARNING!

Your motorized door or gate will open and close
while you are programming the universal trans­ceiver. Do not program the universal transceiver if
people or pets are in the path of the door or gate. A
moving door or gate can cause serious injury or
death to people and pets or damage to objects.

1. Turn off the engine.

WARNING!

Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger­ous gas. Do not run the vehicle’s engine while
programming the universal transceiver. Exhaust gas
can cause serious injury or death.

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2. Erase the factory test codes by pressing and holding
channels button one and three, of the universal trans­ceiver, until CLEARED CHANNELS displays (about 20
seconds). Release the buttons.

3. Choose one of the three universal transceiver buttons
to program. Place the hand-held controller at the lower
left corner of the display and approximately 1 to 3 inches
away from the surface of the universal transceiver keep­ing the display in view.

4. Using both hands, simultaneously press and hold the
button on the hand-held transmitter and the button you
would like to program on the universal transceiver. The
display on the universal transmitter will show TRAIN­ING. When the display indicates TRAINED, release both
buttons. Your universal transceiver is now programmed.
After a button has been trained, it will display TRANS­MIT when pressed.

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5. To program the other buttons, repeat steps 3 and 4. Be
sure to keep your hand-held transmitters in case you
need to reprogram the universal transceiver.

NOTE:

If you do not successfully program the
HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver to learn the signal of
the hand-held transmitter, refer to ⴖProgramming Mul­tiple Security Code Systems (Rolling Code)ⴖ later in
this text or call toll-free for customer assistance at
1-800-355-3515 or on the internet at
www.homelink.com.

NOTE:

In Canada, D.O.C. regulations require many
hand-held transmitters to stop transmitting after two
seconds. On these hand-held transmitters, transmission
will stop even though the light on the hand-held trans­mitter stays lit.

If you have one of these hand-held transmitters, you
should press and release the hand-held transmitter
button every two seconds without releasing the uni­versal transceiver button.

Release both buttons when the display indicates
TRAINED.

Reprogramming a Single Universal Transceiver
Button

1. Press and hold the desired universal transceiver but­ton for about 20 seconds.

2. When the display indicates TRAINING, position the
hand-held transmitter one to three inches away from the
universal transceiver surface.

3. Press and hold the hand-held transmitter button.

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4. When the display indicates TRAINED, and the previ­ous programming for the button has now been erased
and a new device has been programmed to the button.
This procedure will not affect any other programmed
buttons.

Operation

To operate, simply press the desired universal transceiver
button. The display shows that the appropriate channel
signal is being transmitted and the programmed device
should operate. For convenience, the hand-held transmit­ter of the device may also be used at any time.

NOTE:

If your hand-held transmitter appears to pro­gram the universal transceiver, but your garage door
does not open, and your opener was manufactured after
1995, your garage door opener may have a multiple
security code system (rolling code system).

Multiple Security Code Systems (Rolling Code
System)

On garage door openers with a multiple code feature
(rolling code), the garage door opener transmitter code
changes after each use to prevent the copying of your
code.

Multiple security code (rolling code) garage door
openers and other devices which are ⴖcode protectedⴖ
and manufactured after 1995, may be determined by
the following:

Reference the device’s owner’s manual for verification.

•

•

The hand-held transmitter appears to program the
universal transceiver but does not activate the device.

To program a garage door opener with the multiple
security code (rolling code) feature, follow these
steps (The aid of a second person may make the
following programming procedures quicker):

1. Program your hand-held transmitter to the universal
transceiver by following the procedures previously de­scribed in this section. (If you have already completed
this programming, proceed to the next step).

2. Locate the programming button on the garage door
opener motor head unit. The exact location and color of
the button may vary by garage door opener brand. If
there is difficulty locating the programming button,
reference the garage door opener owner’s manual or
contact HomeLink威 at 1-800-355-3515 or on the internet
at www.homelink.com.

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3. Press the programming button on the garage door
opener motor head unit (which activates the program­ming light).

4. Firmly press and release the programmed universal
transceiver button. Press and release the universal trans­ceiver button a second time to complete the program­ming process. (Some garage door openers may require
you to do this procedure a third time to complete the
programming.)

Your garage door opener should now recognize your
universal transceiver. You may use either your universal
transceiver or your original hand-held transmitter to
open your garage door.

For Your Security

If you sell your vehicle, be sure to erase the frequencies.
To erase all of the previously programmed frequencies,

hold down channel one and three buttons until
CLEARED CHANNELS is displayed.

NOTE:

Individual channels can not be erased. You

must erase all three channels.

What May Cause The Universal Transceiver Not
To Work

The universal transceiver may not have been pro-

•

grammed correctly. Try reprogramming.

•

The batteries in the hand-held transmitter may be
weak. New batteries may be required in your hand­held transmitter.

•

Place the hand-held transmitter at a different distance
from the universal transceiver (approximately 1 to 3
inches) (approximately 3 to 8 centimeters) and repro­gram.

•

The frequency of the programmed device’s hand-held
transmitter must be between 286MHz and 399MHz,
set by FCC part 15.205. (The back side of the hand-held
transmitter may indicate its frequency.)

•

If you are unable to program the universal transceiver
after repeated attempts, you may contact HomeLink威
at 1–800–355–3515 or on the internet at

www.homelink.com.

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This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with
RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the
two following conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any
interference that may be received including interference
that may cause undesired operation. Note: Changes or
modifications not expressly approved by the party re­sponsible for compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.

HomeLink威 is a registered trademark owned by Johnson
Controls, Inc.

POWER SUN ROOF — IF EQUIPPED

The sun roof controls are located on the overhead con­sole.

To Open the sunroof from the Closed position, press and
release the OPEN button. The sunroof will open fully,
then stop automatically.

To Close the sunroof from an open or vent position, press
and hold the CLOSE button. The sunroof will close fully
and stop automatically. Release the CLOSE button to stop
sunroof travel at any point.

If the sun roof is vented and you wish to open it, press
and hold the OPEN button. If the sun roof is open and
you wish to vent it, press and hold the VENT button.

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The sunshade can be opened manually. It will also open
as the sun roof opens. The sunshade cannot be closed if
the sun roof is open.

WARNING!

In an accident, there is a greater risk of being thrown
from a vehicle with an open sun roof. You could also
be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your
seatbelt properly and make sure all passengers are
properly secured too.

Do not allow small children to operate the sun roof.
Never allow fingers or other body parts, or any
object to project through the sun roof opening.
Injury may result.

Wind Buffeting

Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof (if so equipped) in certain
open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur­rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with
the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows
together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs
with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to
minimize the buffeting.

Sun Roof Maintenance

Use only a non abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel.

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ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER
(EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED

The electronic vehicle information center (EVIC), when
the appropriate conditions exist, displays the following
messages and symbols. Each message is accompanied by
a series of beeps:

•

TURN SIGNALS ON (with graphic)

•

PERFORM SERVICE

•

DOOR OPEN (one or more, with graphic)

•

WASHER FLUID LOW (with graphic)

•

MEMORY SEAT DISABLED VEHICLE (not in Park)

•

LEFT FRONT LOW PRESSURE

•

LEFT FRONT HIGH PRESSURE

•

RIGHT FRONT LOW PRESSURE

•

RIGHT FRONT HIGH PRESSURE

•

LEFT REAR LOW PRESSURE

•

LEFT REAR HIGH PRESSURE

•

RIGHT REAR LOW PRESSURE

•

RIGHT REAR HIGH PRESSURE

•

SPARE LOW PRESSURE

•

SPARE HIGH PRESSURE

•

TIRE PRESSURE UNAVAILABLE

•

TIRE PRESSURE NOW AVAILABLE

•

TIRE SENSOR BAD/MISSING

•

SPARE SWAP DETECTED

•

REMOVE MAGNET FROM SPARE

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Tire Pressure Monitor System — If Equipped

The Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) system uses wireless
technology to monitor tire pressure levels. Sensors,
mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem transmit
tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the over­head console.

The tire pressure is shown in the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC) display. The TPM system
remains active even if it is not displayed in the EVIC.

CAUTION!

The TPM system is designed to monitor your tire
pressure and will not function as a tire pressure
gauge while adjusting the pressure in your tires.
There will be a delay between the instant you adjust
the air pressure in a tire and when the system
updates the display.

NOTE:

high tire pressure condition, but it does not replace
normal tire maintenance. The TPM system is not in­tended to provide you with notification of rapid pressure
loss.

1. If any tire pressure has exceeded the low or high
pressure (refer to “Starting and Operating, Tires Sec­tion”), the TPM system will display a message in the
EVIC and sound a chime. It will then go into the tire
pressure display screen and flash the pressure value of
the tire that is low or high. This will be displayed for the
rest of the ignition cycle, or until either the C/T, MENU,
STEP, or RESET button is pressed.

The TPM system can inform you about a low or

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NOTE:

This display will return 60 seconds after either
the C/T, MENU, STEP, or RESET button is pressed. If a
tire is low or high, you should correct your tire inflation
pressure as soon as possible and inspect all of your tires.
Refer to “Starting and Operating, Tires Section, Tire
Inflation Pressures” for more details. Once the low or
high tire pressure message has occurred, it will continue
to blink until the tire pressure is corrected.

2. If the spare tire pressure has exceeded the low or high
pressure allowed, the TPM system will display a message
in the EVIC for 60 seconds and sound a chime per every
ignition cycle.

NOTE:

This message will return every ignition cycle,

until the tire pressures are corrected.

3. When the vehicle is moving and the EVIC cannot
receive a valid sensor signal from the tire pressure
sensors, the TIRE PRESSURE UNAVAILABLE message
will be displayed for 5 seconds along with a chime. The
display will then shift to the individual tire pressure
display screen and display dashes for the tire or tires that
are affected. Once the TIRE PRESSURE UNAVAILABLE
message has been displayed, and valid sensor signals are

received, the EVIC will display the TIRE PRESSURE
NOW AVAILABLE message for 5 seconds along with a
chime. This is meant to inform you when the TPM system
has returned to it’s normal operation. This will occur
when valid tire pressure sensor messages have been
received from all 4 road tires. The TPM system function is
temporarily unavailable due to external electromagnetic
interference, such as electronic devices or nearby radio or
TV towers.

4. In addition to monitoring the vehicle tires, the TPM
system monitors faults within the system. When any
fault has been set, the TPM system will display TIRE
SENSOR BAD/MISSING. Be sure to inspect your tires for
proper inflation pressure. After you determine that your
tires are properly inflated, see your authorized dealer for
service to diagnose the problem with the TPM system.

5. If a road tire is replaced by the spare, the TPM system
will automatically detect that the tires have been
switched (after the ignition has been cycled) and display
SPARE SWAP DETECTED along with a chime. This
could take up to 10 minutes with vehicle speed above 25
mph (40 km/h).

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This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with
RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the
following conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

2. This device must accept any interference that may be
received including interference that may cause undesired
operation.

NOTE:

Changes or modifications not expressly ap­proved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

For further assistance, questions, or comments about the
Tire Pressure Monitor system, please call
1–877–774–8473.

Customer Programmable Features

Press the MENU button until one of the display choices
following appears:

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Language

When in this display you may select one of five lan­guages for all display nomenclature, including the trip
computer functions. Press the STEP button while in this
display selects English, Francaise, Deutsch, Italiano, or
Espanol. As you continue the displayed information will
be shown in the selected language.

US or Metric

Pressing the STEP button when in this display selects US
or Metric. The overhead console and instrument panel
displays will be in the selected units.

Auto Door Locks

When this feature is selected, all doors lock automatically
when the speed of the vehicle reaches 15 mph (25 km/h).
Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select
“Yes” or “No.”

Auto Unlock On Exit (Available Only When the
AUTO DOOR LOCKS Feature is Turned On)

When this feature is selected all the vehicle’s doors will
unlock when the driver’s door is opened if the vehicle is
stopped and the transmission is in P (Park) or N (Neu­tral) position. Pressing the STEP button when in this
display will select “Yes” or “No.”

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Remote Unlock Driver’s Door 1st

When this feature is selected only the driver’s door will
unlock on the first press of the remote keyless entry
unlock button and require a second press to unlock the
remaining locked doors. When REMOTE UNLOCK ALL
DOORS is selected all of the doors will unlock at the first
press of the remote keyless entry unlock button. Pressing
the STEP button when in this display will select DRIV­ER’S DOOR 1ST or ALL DOORS.

Remote Linked To Memory (Available with
Memory Seat Only)

When this feature is selected the memory seat, mirror,
and radio settings will return to the memory set position
when the remote keyless entry “Unlock” button is
pressed. If this feature is not selected then the memory
seat, mirror, and radio settings can only return to the
memory set position using the door mounted switch.
Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select
“Yes” or “No.”

Sound Horn with Lock

When this feature is selected a short horn sound will
occur when the remote keyless entry “Lock” button is
pressed. This feature may be selected with or without the
flash lights on lock/unlock feature. Pressing the STEP
button when in this display will select “Yes” or “No.”

Flash Lights with Lock/Unlock

When this feature is selected, the front and rear turn
signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked
using the remote keyless entry transmitter. This feature
may be selected with or without the sound horn on lock
feature selected. Pressing the STEP button when in this
display will select “Yes” or “No.”

Headlamp Delay

When this feature is selected the driver can choose, when
exiting the vehicle, to have the headlamps remain on for
30, 60, or 90 seconds, or not remain on. Pressing the STEP
button when in this display will select 30, 60, 90, or OFF.

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Headlamp On With Wipers (Available with Auto
Headlights Only)

When this feature is selected and the headlight switch
has at least once been moved to the AUTO position, the
headlights will turn on when the wipers are turned on.
The headlights will also turn off when the wipers are
turned off if they were turned on in this way. Pressing the
STEP button when in this display will select “Yes” or
“No.”

NOTE:

Turning the headlights on during the daytime
causes the instrument panel lights to dim. To increase the
brightness, refer to “Lights” in this section.

Service Interval

When this feature is selected a service interval between
2,000 (3 200 km) and 6,000 miles (9 600 km) in 500 mile
(800 km) increments may be selected. Pressing the STEP
button when in this display will select distances between
2,000 (3 200 km) and 6,000 miles (9 600 km) in 500 mile
(800 km) increments.

Reset Service Distance (Displays Only if Service
Interval was Changed)

When this feature is selected the current accumulated
service distance can be reset to the newly selected service
interval. Pressing the STEP button when in this display
will select “Yes” or “No.”

Easy Exit Seat

When this feature is selected the driver’s seat moves
rearward two inches (55 mm) or to the farthest rearward
position if this distance is less than two inches (55 mm)
when the key is removed from the ignition switch so that
the driver can more easily exit the vehicle. The seat will
return to the memorized seat location (if REMOTE LINK
TO MEMORY is set to YES) when the remote keyless
entry transmitter is used to unlock the door. Pressing the
STEP button when in this display will select “Yes” or
“No.”

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Tilt Mirrors Down

When this feature is selected, and the vehicle is placed in
reverse, the driver’s exterior mirror will tilt downward to
improve visibility of rear wheel area. Once reverse is
disengaged, the driver’s exterior mirror will return to it’s
original position. Pressing the STEP button when in this
display will select “YES” or “NO”.

Train Remote
NOTE:

one transmitter will erase all previously trained transmit­ters.

When this feature is selected the driver can choose to
train up to four remote keyless entry transmitters. Press­ing the STEP button when in this display will select
“YES” or “NO”. When “YES” is selected and the MENU
button is pressed; the EVIC will display “PRESS RE­MOTE LOCK & UNLOCK THEN PRESS UNLOCK”,
followed by a chime to indicate the training sequence can
commence. You have approximately 30 seconds to train
up to four transmitters; after each transmitter is trained a
chime will sound indicating that the training was suc­cessful. If remote link to memory is “YES,” the first

As a safety feature, successful training of at least

transmitter trained will be associated with memory set­ting 1 and the second transmitter trained will be associ­ated with memory setting 2. Additional transmitters will
not be associated with a memory setting. When you have
finished training the transmitters, press the MENU but­ton again and the EVIC will display “TRAIN DONE, x
TRAINED”. (Where x = 1,2,3, or 4) If no transmitters are
trained within approximately 30 seconds the EVIC will
display “TRAIN TIMEOUT”.

Retrain Tire Sensors? (Available with TPM System
Only)

WARNING!

Death or serious injury can occur if magnetically
sensitive devices are exposed to this magnet. Mag­nets can affect pacemakers.

NOTE:

procedure, the system will not properly inform you of the
correct vehicle location for a low or high pressure tire.

If a wheel rotation is not followed by the retrain

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When this feature is selected, the TPM system will start
the retraining procedure. Pressing the STEP button when
in this display will select “Yes” or “No”. Then press
Menu button to enter selection.

The following describes how to use this feature:

1. Locate the training magnet under the spare tire cover
(shaped like a doughnut).

2. Press the MENU button until RETRAIN TIRE SEN­SORS is displayed.

3. Press the STEP button to select YES to retrain the TPM
sensor.

4. Press the MENU button to enter selection.

5. Display will read TRAIN LEFT FRONT TIRE.

NOTE:

There is a 60 second timer for training the first
tire and a 30 second timer between training the remain­ing tires. If either of these timers expire, the EVIC will
abort the training procedure.

6. Starting at the left front tire, place the training magnet
over the valve stem until the horn chirps. (This takes
approximately 5 seconds.)

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7. Repeat step 6 working clockwise around the vehicle
(Left Front, Right Front, Right Rear, Left Rear, Spare) until
all five TPM sensor positions are trained.

8. Return magnet to storage location.
If the display reads TRAINING COMPLETE, pressing

either the STEP, C/T, RESET, or MENU buttons will exit
the training mode.

If the display reads TRAINING ABORTED, move the
vehicle ahead at least 1 foot (30 cm) and complete steps
1–8 again.

For further assistance, questions, or comments about the
tire pressure monitor system, please call 1–877–774–8473.

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Compass/Temperature/Trip Computer

This display provides the outside temperature, one of the
eight compass headings to indicate the direction the
vehicle is facing, and vehicle trip information. The com­pass and temperature display is the normal display.
When the C/T button is pressed or the customer pro­grammable features have been “stepped through” the
compass/temperature display returns.

Trip Computer

This feature, located in the overhead console, displays the
following information when the display is in the
“Compass/Temperature” mode and the STEP button is
pressed:

Step Button

Press the STEP button to cycle through all of the
Compass/Mini-Trip Computer displays.

Average Fuel Economy

Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset.

Distance To Empty

Shows the estimated distance that can be travelled with
the fuel remaining in the tank. This is calibrated using the
miles per gallon for the last few minutes.

Trip Odometer

Shows the distance travelled since the last reset.

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Elapsed Time

Shows the accumulated ignition ON time since the last
reset.

Miles to Service

Shows the distance remaining to require service.

NOTE:

This display can be reset to the set service
interval by pressing and holding the RESET button for 3
seconds.

Tire Pressure Display — If Equipped

Shows the current pressure of all 4 road tires.

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NOTE:

Tires heat up during normal driving conditions.
Heat will cause the tire pressure to increase from 2 to 6
psi (14 to 41 kPa) during normal driving conditions. Refer
to “Tire Inflation Pressures” in Starting and Operating,
About Your Tires Section for additional information.

Blank Screen

Shows a blank screen. Pressing the STEP button returns
to the compass and temperature display.

Automatic Compass Calibration

This compass is self-calibrating which eliminates the
need to manually set the compass. When the vehicle is
new, the compass may appear erratic and the CAL
symbol will be displayed.

After completing three 360° turns in an area free from
large metal or metallic objects, the CAL symbol will turn
off and the compass will function normally.

Manual Compass Calibration

If the compass appears erratic and the CAL symbol does
not appear, you must manually put the compass into the
“Calibration” mode.

NOTE:

To ensure proper compass calibration, make
sure the compass variance is properly set before manu­ally calibrating the compass (see variance map).

To Put Into a Calibration Mode

Turn on the ignition and set the display to “Compass/
Temperature.” Press and hold the RESET button to
change the display between VAR (compass variance) and
CAL (compass calibration) modes. When the CAL sym­bol is displayed complete three 360 degree turns in an
area free from large metal objects or power lines. The
CAL symbol will turn off and the compass will function
normally.