Chrysler Voyager 2001 Operating Information Manual

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2001

CHRYSLER VOYAGER

OPERATING INFORMATION

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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INDEX

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INTRODUCTION

• DEAR CUSTOMER ......................... 4

• IMPORTANT NOTICE ....................... 4

• HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL .................. 5

• WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ................... 7

• VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER .............. 7

DEAR CUSTOMER

Thank you for selecting one of our Chrysler models. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling and high quality, traditional with Chrysler vehicles.

Before you start to drive this vehicle, read this Owner’s Manual and all the Supplements. Be sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls, particularly those used for braking, steering and transmission shifting. Learn how your vehicle handles on different road surfaces. Your driving skills will improve with experience, but as in driving any vehicle, take it easy as you begin. Always observe local laws wherever you drive.

Failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident.

Operating this vehicle at excessive speeds or while intoxicated may result in loss of control, collision with other vehicles or objects, going off the road, or overturning; any of which may lead to serious injury or death. Also, failure to use seat belts subjects the driver and passengers to a greater risk of injury or death.

To keep yourvehicle running atit’s best, haveyour vehicle serviced at recommended intervals by an authorized Chrysler Dealer who has the qualified personnel, special tools and equipment to perform all service.

Chrysler and its distributors are vitally interested in your complete satisfaction with this vehicle. If you encounter a service or warranty problem which is not resolved to your satisfaction, discuss the matter with your dealer’s management.

Your authorized Chrysler Dealer will be happy to assist you with any questions about your vehicle.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

ALL MATERIAL CONTAINED IN THIS PUBLICATION IS BASED ON THE LATEST INFORMATION AVAILABLE AT TIME OF PUBLICATION APPROVAL. THE RIGHT IS RESERVED TO PUBLISH REVISIONS AT ANY TIME.

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.

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

Chrysler reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications, and/or to make additions to or improvements in its products without imposing any obligations upon itself to install them on products previously manufactured.

The Owner’s Manual illustrates and describes the features that are standard or available as extra cost options. Therefore, some of the equipment and accessories in this publication may not appear on your vehicle.

NOTE: Be sure to read the Owner’s Manual first before driving your vehicle and before attaching or installing parts/accessories or making other modifications to the vehicle.

In view of the many replacement parts and accessories from various manufacturers available on the market, Chrysler cannot be certain that the driving safety of your Chrysler vehicle will not be impaired by the attachment or installation of such parts. Even if such parts are officially approved (for example, by a general operating permit for the part or by constructing the part in an officially approved design), or if an individual operating permit was issued for the vehicle after the attachment or installation of such parts, it cannot be implicitly assumed that the driving safety of your Chrysler vehicle is unimpaired. Therefore, neither experts nor official agencies are liable. Chrysler only assumes responsibility therefore when parts which are expressly authorized or recommended by Chrysler are attached or installed at an authorized Chrysler dealer. The same applies when modifications to the original condition are subsequently made on Chrysler vehicles.

Your warranties do not cover any part that Chrysler did not supply. Nor do they cover the cost of any repairs or adjustments that might be caused or needed because of the installation or use of non-Chrysler parts, components, equipment, materials or additives. Nor do your warranties cover the costs of repairing damage or conditions caused by any changes to your car that do not comply with Chrysler specifications.

Original Mopar parts and accessories and other products approved by Chrysler, including qualified advice, are available at your authorized dealer.

When it comes to service, remember that your Chrysler dealer knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained technicians and genuine Mopar parts and is interested in your satisfaction.

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:

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 or accessory equipment. 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 (17 digit number) is available from your vehicle’s registration or title. The Vehicle Identification Number is also located on a label in the upper left corner of the instrument panel, visible through the windshield, and on the right front strut tower located inside the engine compartment.

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

• A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ................. 11

• Ignition Key Removal .................... 11

• Vehicles Equipped with Manual Transaxle ........ 12

• Key-In-Ignition Reminder .................. 12

• SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER .................. 12

• Replacement Keys ...................... 13

• IGNITION KEY SWITCH LIGHT— IF EQUIPPED ....... 13

• STEERING WHEEL LOCK ................... 13

• If You Wish To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel . . . 13

• To Release Steering Wheel Lock ............. 13

• ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ...... 13

• DOOR LOCKS .......................... 14

• Manual Door Locks ..................... 14

• Power Door Locks ...................... 14

• REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED ........ 15

• To unlock the doors and liftgate ............. 15

• To lock the doors and liftgate ............... 16

• General Information ..................... 17

• Transmitter Battery Service ................ 17

• VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED ....... 18

• Central Door Locks ..................... 19

• SLIDING SIDE DOOR ...................... 19

• Power Sliding Door — If Equipped ............ 19

• Child Protection Door Lock ................ 21

• LIFTGATE ............................. 21

• Power Liftgate — If Equipped ............... 21

• WINDOWS ............................ 23

• Power Vent Windows .................... 23

• Power Windows ....................... 23

• OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS ................... 24

• Lap/Shoulder Belts ..................... 24

• Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure ........ 27

• Seat Belt Pretensioners ................... 28

• Seat Belts and Pregnant Women ............. 28

• Driver and Front Passenger Supplemental

Restraint System - Airbag ................. 29

• Child Restraint ........................ 34

• ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS .......... 37

• CHECKING YOUR VEHICLE FOR SAFETY .......... 37

• Exhaust Gas ......................... 37

• Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle . . 38

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Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle

.. 38

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS

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

Ignition Key Removal

WARNING!

Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the gear selector lever. Don’t leave the keys in the ignition. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.

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 from your dealer. Ask your dealer for these numbers and keep them in a safe place.

NOTE: The power window switches, radio, front wash-

ers, rear washers, power outlets, removable console, rear wiper and rear passenger power sliding door switches will remain active for up to 45 seconds after the ignition switch has been turned off. Opening a vehicle front door will cancel this feature.

The automatic transaxle shift lever must be in PARK. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position, then the LOCK position. Remove the key.

CAUTION!

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

Vehicles Equipped with Manual Transaxle

To remove the ignition key on vehicles with a manual transaxle, depress and hold the key release button, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position and remove the key.

Vehicles equipped with a manual transaxle are equipped with a clutch switch that prevents the engine from cranking unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed.

Key-In-Ignition Reminder

If you open the driver’s door and the key is in the ignition switch, a signal will sound to remind you to remove the key.

SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER

The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unauthorized operation of the vehicle by disabling the engine. The system will shut the engine off 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.

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 Security Alarm/Immobilizer Light will come on for about three (3) seconds immediately after the ignition switch is turned on for a bulb check. Afterwards, if the bulb remains on, 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. Both of these conditions will result in the engine being shut off after two (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 lock cylinder for that vehicle.

If the Security Alarm/Immobilizer Light comes on during normal vehicleoperation (vehicle 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:

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

• 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 not cause interference with this system.

All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics.

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 must be performed at an authorized dealer. This procedure consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank key is one which has never been programmed.

NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer Sys-

tem serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to the dealer.

IGNITION KEY SWITCH LIGHT— IF EQUIPPED

A halo ring around the ignition switch lights up when the driver’s door is opened. The light will remain on for about 30 seconds after the door is closed or until the ignition key is turned to the ON position.

STEERING WHEEL LOCK

Your vehicle is equipped with a passive steering wheel lock. This lock prevents steering the vehicle without the ignition key. If the steering wheel is moved more than 1/2 turn in either direction and the key is not in the ignition, the steering wheel will lock.

If You Wish To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel:

With the engine running, turn the steering wheel a half turn, turn off the engine and remove the key. Turn the steering wheel slightly in either direction until the lock engages.

To Release Steering Wheel Lock:

Insert the key in the ignition and turn the wheel slightly to the right or left to disengage the lock.

NOTE: If you turned the wheel to the right to engage

the lock, youmustturn the wheel slightly to the right to disengage it. If you turned the wheel to the left to engage the lock, turn the wheel slightly to the left to disengage.

ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED

The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the keyless entry transmitter or open the doors. This feature is only available if you have Remote Keyless Entry.

The lights will fade to off after about 30 seconds or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition switch is turned on.

NOTE:

• The front courtesy overhead console lights do not turn on if the dimmer control is in the interior lights ON position (extreme top position).

• The illuminated entry system will not operate if the dimmer control is in the “defeat” position (extreme downward position).

DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks

Lock the doors by pushing down on the lock plungers on each door trim panel.

If the lock plunger is down when youshut the door, the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the keys are not inside the vehicle before closing the door.

WARNING!

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

Power Door Locks

A door lock switch is on each front door trim panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors.

If you press the power door lock switch while the key is in the ignition, and any front door is open, the power locks will not operate. This prevents you from accidentally locking your keys in the vehicle. Removing the key or closing thedoor will allow the locks to operate. A chime will sound if the key is in the ignition and the driver’s door is open, as a reminder to remove the key.

If you press the power door lock switch while the sliding door is open, the sliding door will lock.

Auto Door Locks — If Equipped

The doors will lock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if:

1. The transaxle is in gear,

2. all doors are closed

3. the vehicle speed is above 15 mph (24 km/h)

and

4. the doors were not previously locked using the

power door lock switch or remote keyless entry transmitter.

The Auto Door Locks can be enabled or disabled by performing the following procedure:

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

switch.

2. Cycle the ignition switch ON/OFF four times

ending in the OFF position. (do not start the engine)

3. Within 10 seconds of the final cycle, press the

interior driver’s door lock switch to the LOCK position.

4. A single chime will sound to signify that you

have successfully completed the programming.

You can turn the feature back on by repeating the above mentioned procedure. This feature may also be enabled or disabled by performing the procedure in the Overhead Console, Customer Programmable Features section.

Auto Unlock — If Equipped

The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if:

1. Auto Door Locks feature is enabled and the Auto Unlock feature is enabled,

2. the transaxle is in NEUTRAL or PARK,

3. any door is opened (excluding liftgate) and

4. the vehicle speed must be 0 km/h (0 mph). The Auto Unlock feature can be enabled or dis-

abled by performing the procedure in the Overhead Console, Customer Programmable Features section.

NOTE: Use the Auto Door Locks and Auto Unlock

features in accordance with local laws.

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED

This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate, and activate the optional power liftgate, optional left power sliding door, and right power sliding door from distances up to about 23 feet (7 meters) using a hand held radiotransmitter. The transmitter need not be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system.

Two (2) transmitters may be supplied with the vehicle. Vehicles built without the powered options will be equipped from the factory with two button transmitters and those built with power options will be equipped with five button transmitters.

Two button transmitters will provide basic UNLOCK, and LOCK functions.

Five button transmitters will provide functions that allow the same basic operation as the two button, but may also be used to Open/Close the optional power liftgate, optional left power sliding door, or right power sliding door.

A short time delay is built into these power features. Otheroptions of thesystem allow youto turn OFF/ON the Second Press Unlock, Power Features Delay and the Lamp Flash (Optical Chirp).

To unlock the doors and liftgate:

Press and release the UNLOCK button on the transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door side of the vehicle, or twice to unlock all doors and liftgate. The illuminated entry system and if equipped the Lamp Flash (Optical Chirp ) feature will also turn on.

NOTE: You may turn off this feature and unlock all

doors with one press of the UNLOCK button by using the following the procedure.

1. Press the UNLOCK button for 5 to 10 seconds.

2. While the UNLOCK button is pressed, (after 5 seconds) press the LOCK button. Release both buttons.

The “Two Press” unlock feature can be reactivated by repeating this procedure.

To lock the doors and liftgate:

Press and release the LOCK button on the transmitter to lock all doors and liftgate.

To Open/Close Power Liftgate — If Equipped

Press the LIFTGATE button for at least one second and release. The liftgate will open/close.

If the liftgate is locked and is not equipped with a powered liftgate, pressing the button will result in the liftgate becoming unlocked for 30 seconds allowing you to manually access the liftgate area only.

To Open/Close Left Power Sliding Door — If Equipped

Press the LEFT button for at least one second and release. The door will open/close.

If the vehicle is not equipped with a left power sliding door and the door is closed and locked, pressing the button will result in the left side doors becoming unlocked.

To Open/Close Right Power Sliding Door — If Equipped

Press the RIGHT button for at least one second and release. The door will open/close.

If the vehicle is not equipped with a right power sliding door and the door is closed and locked, pressing the button will result in the right side doors becoming unlocked.

To Turn Off “Button Delay” for Power Features — If Equipped

1. Press the UNLOCK button for 5 to 10 seconds.

2. While the UNLOCK button is pressed, (after 5 seconds) press the LIFTGATE button. Release both buttons.

When the “Button Delay” is turned off, the system will respond immediately to the press of a button (this may result in unwanted activations of a powered feature or your leaving the vehicle in an unsecured state).

The “Button Delay” feature can be reactivated by repeating this procedure.

To Turn Off “Lamp Flash” (Optical Chirp) — If Equipped

1. Press the LOCK button for 5 to 10 seconds.

2. While the LOCK button is pressed, (after 5

seconds) press the LIFTGATE button. Release both buttons.

The “Lamp Flash” feature can be reactivated by repeating this procedure. The table below explains the Lamp Flash options.

Function Which Turn

Lock All 1 Unlock 1st Press Unlock All Doors Left Side Left Side 2 Right Side Right Side 2 Liftgate All 2

Signal Lamps

Left Side 2

All 2

Number of

Flashes

General Information

Transmitter and receivers operate on a carrier frequency of 433.92 MHz as required by EEC regulations. These devices must be certified to conform to specific regulations in each individual country. Two sets of regulations are involved: ETS (European Telecommunication Standard) 300–220, which most countries use, and German BZT federal regulation 225Z125, which is based on ETC 300–220 but has additional unique requirements. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference.

• This device must accept any interference 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 the battery is a minimum of three years.

2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a

radio station tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB radios.

Transmitter Battery Service

The recommended replacement battery for the five button transmitter is the 2032 and the two button transmitter uses two 2016 batteries.

NOTE: Do not touch the battery terminals that are on

the back housing of the transmitter or the printed circuit board.

Two Button Transmitter

1. With the transmitter buttons facing down, use a thin coin to pry the two halves of the transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the rubber gasket during removal.

Two Button Transmitter

2. 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.

3. To reassemble the transmitter case snap two halves together. Make sure there is an even “gap” between the two halves. Test transmitter operation.

Five Button Transmitter

1. With the transmitter buttons facing down, use a thin coin to pry the two halves of the transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the rubber gasket during removal. Press the LOCK button to raise the printed circut board/gasket assembly from the button side half of the housing and allow the 2032 battery to be slid out of its holder.

Five Button Transmitter

2. Remove and replace the battery. If possible,

avoid touching the new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol.

3. Press the printed circut board/gasket assem-

bly back into the button side half of the housing.

4. To reassemble the transmitter case snap two

halves together. Make sure there is an even “gap” between the two halves. Test transmitter operation.

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED

This system monitors the vehicle doors, liftgate, engine compartment, and ignition for unauthorized entry or operation. When the alarm is activated, the system provides both audible and visual signals. The horn will pulse, courtesy lights will flash, the Vehicle Security Alarm/Immobilizer light located in the information center, will flash, and the vehicle will not start. If the alarm is triggered and no action is taken to disarm it, the system will turn off the horn after three minutes and the lights only after 15 minutes, then rearm itself.

To arm the system: With the key removed from the ignition switch, the system will arm when you use one of the following methods.

1. With the driver or passenger door open, push the power lock button on that door.

2. Press the LOCK button on the keyless entry transmitter.

3. Lock the driver door, passenger door, or liftgate using the key in the key cylinder.

After the last door is closed, or if all doors are closed, the system will arm itself in about 16 seconds. During that time, the Vehicle Security Alarm/Immobilizer light will flash. If it remains lit steadily, the hood is not secure, and the engine compartment will not be protected or there is a fault in the system. If it does not illuminate, the system is not arming. If you open a door during this arming period, the system will cancel the arming process. You must repeat one of the previously described arming sequences to rearm the system.

While the vehicle is armed, if the liftgate is opened using the remote keyless entry transmitter, you have 30 seconds to access the liftgate before the alarm will sound. If the liftgate is closed before the 30 seconds, the alarm will return to the armed state after the 30 seconds has expired.

To disarm the system: Press the UNLOCK button on the keyless entry transmitter or unlock the driver door, passenger door, or liftgate using the key in the key cylinder. The system will also disarm if the ignition switch is turned ON with a valid “Sentry” ignition key. If you disarm the system and access the liftgate area, the system must be rearmed, as described previously, when closing the liftgate. If something has triggered the system in your absence, the horn will pulse three times when you disarm the system. Check the vehicle for tampering.

The Vehicle Security Alarm system is designed to protect your vehicle, however, you can create conditions where the system will give you a false alarm. If one of the previously described arming sequences has occurred, the system will arm regardless of whether you are in the vehicle or not. If you remain in the vehicle and open a door, the alarm will sound. If this occurs,disarm the system.

The alarm system will activate only if a monitored trigger is active when the battery is reconnected. The exterior lights will flash, the horn will sound, and the ignition switch will not start the vehicle. If this occurs, disarm the system.

Central Door Locks

This feature allows you to lock all the doors with the key by using any of the front door lock cylinders.

All vehicle doors and liftgate are locked with the first turn of the key to the LOCK position from either driver or passenger side doors. A double activation feature of Central Unlocking requires you to turn the key in the door lock cylinder to the unlock position two times within two seconds to UNLOCK all vehicle doors at once.

The first turn of the key in the door lock cylinder will disarm the system and unlock your side of the vehicle. The second actuation within two seconds will then unlock all doors and the liftgate.

SLIDING SIDE DOOR

The sliding door may be opened from the inside or the outside. Pull out on the outside handle to open the sliding door from the outside. To open the sliding door from the inside, press the button on the grab handle and open the door.

To keep your door operating properly, observe the following guidelines:

• Always open the door smoothly.

• Avoid high impacts against the door stop when

opening the door. This is very important when your vehicle is parked on an incline as the door will slide faster in the downhill direction.

• There is a hold-open latch that is activated when the sliding door is fully opened. This latch will keep your sliding door open on any incline. To close the sliding door after the hold-open latch is activated, you must push the button on the inside grab handle or pull out on the outside sliding door handle.

• Use the grab handle on the inside of the sliding door to assist you in closing and securing the door.

Always make sure that the sliding door is fully latched any time the vehicle is in motion.

NOTE: The driver’s side sliding door cannot be

opened while the fuel door is open. This feature operates only when the sliding door is fully closed and the fuel door has not been opened.

Power Sliding Door — If Equipped

NOTE: The power sliding door must be unlocked be-

fore the switches located on the trim panel just in front of the power sliding door or in the overhead console will operate.

The power sliding door may be opened manually or by using the buttons on the remote keyless entry transmitter, switches on the overhead console or a switch located on the trim panel just in front of the sliding door. To keep your door operating properly, observe the following guidelines.

• Always open the door smoothly.

• Avoid high impacts against the door stop when

opening the door manually. This is very important when your vehicle is parked on an incline as the door will slide faster in the downhill direction.

• There is a hold-open latch that is activated when the sliding door is fully opened. This latch will keep your sliding door open on any incline. To close the power sliding door after the holdopen latch is activated, you must press any one of the power sliding door switches, push the button on the inside grab handle or pull out on the outside sliding door handle.

There are power sliding door switches located on the trim panel just in front of the power sliding door for the rear seat passengers. Pressing the switch once will open the power sliding door, once the door is fully open pressing the switch a second time will close the door.

If the inside or outside door handles are used while the power sliding door is activated, the power sliding door feature will be canceled and the door must be opened or closed manually.

To avoid unintentional operation of the power sliding door from the rear seats, press the button located in the overhead console to disable the controls for the rear seat passengers.

NOTE:

• If anything obstructs the power sliding door while it is closing or opening, the door will automatically reverse to the closed or open position, provided it meets sufficient resistance.

• The driver’s side sliding door cannot be opened while the fuel door is open. This feature operates only when the sliding door is fully closed prior to opening the fuel door.

• The power sliding door must be in the full open or close position for any of the switches to operate. If the door is not in the full open or close positions it must be opened or closed manually.

• The power sliding door switches will not operate if the vehicle is in gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph.

• If the power sliding door encounters multiple obstructions within the same cycle the system will automatically stop and must be opened or closed manually.

WARNING!

You or others could be injured if caught in the path of the sliding door.Make sure the door path is clear before closing the door.

Child Protection Door Lock

To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats, the sliding doors are equipped with a child protection door lock system.

WARNING!

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

To activate the system, open the sliding door and move the child lock control, located near the door’s rear latch, to the ON position.

When the child lock system is engaged the door can be opened only by using the outside door handle even though the inside door lock is in the unlocked position.

NOTE: The power sliding door switches located on

the trim panel just in front of the sliding door will not operate when the child lock system is engaged.

LIFTGATE

NOTE: The key that is used to start the vehicle is also

used to lock or unlock the doors and open the liftgate.

To open theliftgate, insert thekey into thelock and turn to the right. On vehicles equipped with power locks the liftgate can also be unlocked using the remote keyless entry or by activating the power door lock switches located on the front doors.

Once unlocked, on vehicles equipped with power locks, the liftgate can be opened or closed without using the key. To open the liftgate, depress the liftgate release switch located on the underside of the license plate bar and pullthe liftgate open with one fluid motion.

If the liftgate is locked and is not equipped with a powered liftgate, pressing the button on the remote keyless entry transmitter will result in the liftgate becoming unlocked for 30 seconds allowing you to manually access the liftgate area.

Power Liftgate — If Equipped

NOTE: The power liftgate must be unlocked before the

switch in the overhead console will operate.

The power liftgate may be opened manually or by using the buttons on the remote keyless entry transmitter, or a switch on the overhead console.

Press and hold the button on the remote keyless entry transmitter for at least one second to open the power liftgate, once the liftgate is fully open, pressing the button a second time will close the liftgate.

A beeping signal will sound two seconds before the liftgate starts to open or close. When the remote keyless entry transmitter button is pressed and the “Lamp Flash” feature is enabled the tail lights will also flash to signal that the liftgate is opening or closing.

NOTE:

• If anything obstructs the power liftgatewhile it is closing, the liftgate will automatically reverse to the open position, provided it meets sufficient resistance.

• If anything obstructs the power liftgatewhile it is opening, the liftgate will automatically reverse to the closed position, provided it meets sufficient resistance.

• There are also pinch sensors attached to the side of the liftgate opening. Light pressure anywhere along these strips will cause the liftgate to return to the open position.

• The power liftgate must be in the full open or close position for any of the switches to operate. If the liftgate is not in the full open or close positions it must be opened or closed manually.

• If the liftgate release switch is activated while the power liftgate is closing, the liftgate will reverse to the full open position. If the liftgate release switch is activated while the power liftgate is opening, the liftgate must be opened or closed manually.

• The power liftgate switches will not operate if the vehicle is in gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph.

• The power liftgate will not operate in temperatures below –12°F (–24°C) or temperatures above 143°F (62°C). Be sure to remove any build up of snow or ice from the liftgate before pressing any of the power liftgate switches.

• If the power liftgate encounters multiple obstructions within the same cycle the system will automatically stop and must be opened or closed manually.

WARNING!

• Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle.

• If you are required to drive with the liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed, and the climate control blower switch is set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.

Gas props support the liftgate in the open position. However, because the gas pressure drops with temperature, it may be necessary to assist the props when opening the liftgate in cold weather.

WINDOWS Power Vent Windows

Switches on the driver’s door trim panel let the driver operate the two vent windows from the front seat.

Power Windows

You can control either front windowusing switches on the driver’s door trim panel. There is a single switch on the passenger’s door trim panel which operates the passenger door window. The switches will operate only when the ignition is in the ON or ACC position.

Auto Down Feature

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.

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

The power window switches remain active for up to 45 seconds after the ignition switch has been turned off. Opening a vehicle front door will cancel this feature.

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 if equipped, side airbags for both the driver and front passenger. If you will be carrying children too small for adult-size seat belts, your seat belts or the LATCH feature, 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.

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 that 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 reduce the possibility of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times.

Lap/Shoulder Belts

All the seats in your vehicle are equipped with Lap/Shoulder Belts.

The belt webbing retractor is designed to lock 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 the risk of your striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out.

WARNING!

• It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.

• Do not allowpeopletoride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.

• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly.

WARNING!

• 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.

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

Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions

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

2. The seat belt latch plate is near the seatback of the front seats and next to your arm in the rear seats. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to 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”.

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 on the shoulder belt. 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.

The instrument cluster turns on the seat belt light in the instrument cluster for 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition switch is first turned on. If it detects that the driver’s seat belt is not buckled the light will remain on until the driver’s seat belt is buckled.

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 on the buckle. The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt 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 partsmustbereplaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing, etc.).

Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage

In the front seats and the second row outboard seats, the shoulder belt anchorage can be adjusted upward or downward to help position the belt away from your neck. Push up or down on the release lever 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.

Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure

Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/shoulder belt.

1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point.

2. At about 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the belt webbing 180° to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate.

3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the latch plate.

4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the folded webbing.

Seat Belt Pretensioners

The seat belts for both front seating positions are equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision. These devices improve the performance of the seat belt by assuring that the belt is tight about the occupant early in a collision. Pretensioners work for all size occupants, including those in child restraint and will only deploy if the seat belt is buckled.

NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper

seat belt placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must be worn snugly and positioned properly.

The pretensioners are triggered by the front airbag control module (see Airbag Section). Like the front airbags, the pretensioners are single use items. After a collision that is severe enough to deploy the airbags and pretensioners, both must be replaced.

Seat Belts and Pregnant Women

We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancies. 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.

Driver and Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System Airbag

This vehicle has 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.

NOTE: The front airbags have a multi stage inflator

design. This allows the airbag to have different rates of inflation that are based on collision severity.

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

WARNING!

• Do not put anything on or around the 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 for the airbag cushions are designed to open only when the airbags are inflating.

• 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 attachcupholdersor any other objects on or around the door. The inflating side airbag could drive the object into occupants, causing serious injury.

Airbags inflate in moderate to high speed impacts. Along with seat belts and pretensioners, front airbags work with the instrument panel knee bolsters to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger. Side airbagsalso 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 in moderate to severe frontal collisions. If your vehicle is equipped, the side airbag on the crash side of the vehicle is triggered in moderate to severe side collisions. In certain types of collisions, both the front and side airbags may be triggered. But even in collisions where the airbags deploy, you need the seat belts to keep you in the right position 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 a rear seat.

Infants in rear facing child restraints designed for children up to 9 kg (20 lbs) and less than one year old should NEVER ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger front airbag. An airbag deployment can cause severe injury or death to infants in that position.

Children more than 18 kg (40 lbs) should be secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats. Older children who do not use child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats should ride properly buckled up in the rear seat, and in the outboard seat if possible. 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. Refer to the section on Child Restraint.

You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint belt-positioning booster seat 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 front 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.

The front airbag system consists of the following:

• Front Airbag Control Module (with integrated impact sensor)

• AIRBAG Readiness Light

• Driver Airbag

• Passenger Airbag

• Steering Wheel and Column

• Instrument Panel

• Seat Belt Readiness Light

• Interconnecting Wiring

• Knee Impact Bolster

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

• AIRBAG Readiness Light (shared with the front airbag system)

• Side Airbag in the driver’s seat

• Side Airbag in the passenger’s seat

• Side Airbag Control Module (with integrated

impact sensor)

• Interconnecting Wiring

How The Front Airbag System Works

• The front airbag control module determines if a frontal impact is severe enough to require the airbags to inflate. Based on the level of collision severity, the front control module determines the proper rate of inflation. The front airbag inflators are designed to provide different rates of airbag inflation. The front 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 ON positions. These include all of the items listed above except the knee bolster, 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 switch, the front airbags are not on and will not inflate.

The front airbag control module sends a message to the instrument cluster to turn on the AIRBAG light in the instrument panel for 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition switch is first

turned ON, then turns the light off. If the front or side airbag control modules detect a malfunction in any part of the system, the airbag light will turn on 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 front airbag control module detects a collision requiring the front airbags, it signals the inflator units. A large quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the front airbags. Different airbag inflation rates are possible based on collision severity. These rates are determined by the front airbag control module based on collision severity. The front airbag covers separate and fold out of the way as the airbags inflate to their full size. The frontairbags fully inflate in about 50 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 front passenger. The driver’s and passenger’s front airbag gas is vented through the airbag material towards the instrument panel. 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 front airbags.

If A Front Deployment Occurs

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

NOTE: A frontal collision that is not severe enough to

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

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

• The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abrasions and/or skin reddening to the driver and 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 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 front 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 front airbags have deployed. If you are involved in another collision, the front airbags and seat belt pretensioners will not be in place to protect you.

WARNING!

Deployed airbags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision. Have the airbags and seat belt pretensioners replaced by an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Side Airbags Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — If Equipped

The side airbag control modules determines if a side collision is severe enough to require the side airbags to inflate. The side airbag control module will not detect roll over, front or rear collisions.

The side airbag control modules monitor the readiness of the electronic parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or ON positions. These include all of the items listed under “The side airbag system, on vehicles so equipped.

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.

If A Side Deployment Occurs

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

NOTE: A side collision that is not severe enough to

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

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

• As the side 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 side airbags have deployed. If you are involved in another collision, the side airbags will not be in place to protect you.

WARNING!

Deployed airbags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision. Have the airbags and seat belt pretensioners replaced by an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Enhanced Accident Response

If the airbags deploy after an impact and the electrical system remains functional, vehicles equipped with power door locks will unlock automatically. In addition, approximately 10 seconds

after the vehicle has stopped moving, the interior lights will illuminate until the ignition switch is turned off.

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 airbags are not there to protect you. Do not modify the components or wiring, including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper right side of the instrument panel. Do not modify the front bumper, vehicle body structure, or frame.

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

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

Airbag Light

You will want to have the airbags ready to inflate for your protection in a collision. 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 at all times — babies and children, too.

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 seats, rather than in the front.

WARNING!

“Extreme Hazard! Do not use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an airbag in front of it!” Refer to visor and door shut face mounted labels for information.

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.

Infants and Small Children

There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt. Use the restraint that is correct for your child:

• The rearward-facing infant carrier is for babies weighing up to about 9 kg (20 lbs), and less than one year old. The infant carrier must NEVER be used in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger airbag. An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position. The infant carrier is held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage system.

• Children under one year of age shouldcontinue to ride in a rear-facing infant seat, even if they weigh more than 9 kg (20 lbs). A “convertible” child seat, one that is designed to be used either rearward-facing or forward-facing, should be used for children who are too heavy for the infant carrier, but who are too young to face forward in the vehicle.

• The forward-facing child seat is for children from about 9 to 18 kg (20 to 40 lbs), and more than one year old. The child seat is held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage system.

• The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weighing more than 18 kg (40 lbs). The child and booster seat are held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt. (Some booster seats are equipped with a front shield and are held in the vehicle by the lap portion.)

WARNING!

• 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.

• 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.

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 make sure that you can install the child restraint in the vehicle where you will use it, before you buy it.

• 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.

The passenger seat belts are equipped with cinching latch plates, which are designed to keep the lap portion tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip. Pulling up on the shoulder portion of the lap/shoulder belt will 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 of the 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, 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.

• Buckle the child into the seat according to the child restraint 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. Don’t leave it loose in the vehicle. In a sudden stop or collision, it could strike the occupants or seatbacks and cause serious personal injury.

Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH)

Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren. The LATCH system provides for the installation of the child restraint without using the vehicle seat belt. All rear seating positions have exclusive lower anchorages located at the rear of the seat cushion. They are round bars, part of the seat frame at the back of the seat cushion, and are readily visible.

In addition, there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position, located in the rear surface of the seatback. When using the tether anchorages in the rear seating positions, ensure that the strap is routed over the top of the seatback and under the head restraint between the head restraint posts.

Child restraint systems having attachments designed to connect to the lower anchorages are now available. Child restraints having tether straps and hooks for connection to the seatback tether anchorage have been available for some time. In fact, many child restraint manufacturers will provide add-on tether strap kits for some of their older products.

The 3-passenger bench seat in the third position must be adjusted to the full rear position on the tracks when the LATCH system is used. Also, when using the LATCH system be sure the seatback is two clicks rear of its full upright position.

Because the lower anchorages are to be introduced to passenger carrying vehicles over a period of years, child restraint systems having attachments for those anchorages will continue to have features for installation in vehicles using the lap or lap/shoulder belt. They will also have tether straps, and you are urged to take advantage of all of the available attachments provided with your child restraint in any vehicle.

Installing the Child Restraint System

While there are LATCH anchorages at all the rear seating positions, do not install three child restraints at the same time in the rear most seat position. The anchorages in the rear most seat are not designed to restrain three child restraints at one time. Instead, you may install one child restraint at the center position, or one child restraint at each of the right and left positions.

WARNING!

Do not install child restraint systems equipped with LATCH attachments at all three rear seating positions in the rear most seat at one time. The LATCH anchorages in the rear most seat are designed to restrain no more than two child restraints at a time in the event of a collision.

We urge that you carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint. Many, but not all, restraint systems will be equipped with separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or connector and a means for adjusting the tension in the strap. Forward-facing toddler restraints and some rearward-facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap, a hook and means for adjusting the tension in the strap.

In general, you will first loosenthe adjusters on the lower straps and tether straps so that you can more easily attach the hook or connector to the lower anchorages and tether anchorages. Then tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the seat.

Not all child restraint systems will be installed as we have described here. Again, carefully follow the instructions that come with the child restraint system.

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.

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 a 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.

• 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. If this doesn’t help, move the child to the center rear seating position. Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind their back.

Transporting Pets

Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet could 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.

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS

A long break-in period is not required for the engine in your new vehicle.

Drive moderately during the first 500 km. After the initial 100 km, speeds up to 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 engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. The recommended viscosity and quality grades are shown in Section 7 of this manual. NON-DETERGENT OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE USED.

A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand kilometers of operation. This should be considered as a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as an indication of difficulty.

CHECKING YOUR VEHICLE FOR SAFETY

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 carbon monoxide (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. Do not use the recirculation mode. Set the blower at high speed.

WARNING!

If you are required to drive with the liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed, and the climate control blower switch is set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.

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.

Seat 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.

Defrosters

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

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 side wall cracks. Check wheel nuts for tightness and tires (including spare) for proper pressure.

Lights

Have someone observe the operation of all 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 fuel, engine coolant, oil or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline fumes are detected or fuel, power steering fluid or brake fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be located and corrected immediately.

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

• MIRRORS ............................. 43

• Inside Day/Night Mirror ................... 43

• Inside Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped .... 43

• Power Fold Away Outside Mirrors — If Equipped . . . 43

• Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature ............. 44

• Outside Mirror — Driver’s Side .............. 44

• Outside Mirror — Passenger’s Side ........... 44

• Electric Remote-Control Mirrors .............. 44

• Heated Remote Control Mirrors .............. 44

• Illuminated Vanity Mirrors—If Equipped ......... 44

• SEATS ............................... 45

• Manual Front Seat Adjuster ................ 45

• Adjustable Head Restraints ................ 45

• Power Seats — If Equipped ................ 46

• Heated Seats — If Equipped ................ 46

• Manual Reclining Seats (Front and Rear) ........ 46

• Manual Lumbar — If Equipped .............. 46

• Memory Seat — If Equipped ................ 47

• Middle Quad Fold & Tumble™ Seating .......... 48

• Middle Quad Fold & Tumble™ Seat Removal ...... 48

• Rear Quad Fold & Tumble™ Rear Seat Removal .... 49

• 3 – Passenger Bench Seats ................ 50

• Grocery Bag Retainer .................... 50

• Rear-Most Bench Seat ................... 50

• Rear Seat Descriptions ................... 51

• Rear Bench Seating Flexibility ............... 51

• Rear Quad Seating Flexibility ............... 51

• TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD .............. 53

• LIGHTS .............................. 53

• Interior Lights ........................ 53

• Headlights .......................... 54

• Position Lights ........................ 54

• Lights-on Reminder ..................... 54

• Battery Protection ...................... 54

• Headlight Time Delay — If Equipped ........... 55

• Front Fog Lights — If Equipped .............. 55

• Rear Fog Lights ....................... 55

• Headlamp Leveling System ................ 55

• MULTIFUNCTION CONTROL LEVER ............. 56

• Turn Signals ......................... 56

• Passing Light ........................ 56

• Windshield Wipers and Washers ............. 56

• Headlight Washers—If Equipped ............. 57

• TILT STEERING COLUMN ................... 57

• ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL ............... 58

• To Activate .......................... 58

• To Set At A Desired Speed ................. 58

• To Deactivate ......................... 58

• To Resume Speed ...................... 58

• To Vary the Speed Setting ................. 58

• To Accelerate For Passing ................. 58

• OVERHEAD CONSOLE ..................... 59

• Courtesy/Reading Lights .................. 59

• Sunglasses Storage ..................... 59

• Compass/Temperature Display .............. 59

• Mini-Trip Computer ..................... 60

• Vehicle Information Center — If Equipped ........ 60

• Customer Programmable Features — If Equipped . . . 62

• ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS ............... 63

• Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off .......... 64

• CUP HOLDERS .......................... 64

• Instrument Panel Cup Holders ............... 64

• Convenience Tray And Smoker’s Package Kit ..... 64

• Rear Cup Holders ...................... 64

• STORAGE ............................. 65

• Front Seat Storage Bin — If Equipped .......... 65

• Removable Floor Console — If Equipped ........ 65

• Rear Compartment Storage Bins ............. 67

• Cargo Area Storage ..................... 67

• ROOF LUGGAGE RACK—IF EQUIPPED ........... 67

• LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM—IF EQUIPPED .......... 68

MIRRORS 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 adjustment of the mirror.

Inside Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped

This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind you. Press the switch at the bottom of the mirror to turn this feature ON or OFF. The switch on the bottom of the mirror illuminates to indicate when this feature is ON.

Power Fold Away Outside Mirrors — If Equipped

Your vehicle may be equipped with power fold away outside mirrors. The power folding mirror switch is located on the right side of the steering column.

Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward rear of vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position (toward windshield).

There are two switch positions:

1. Standard driving position (unfolded).

2. Mirrors folded close to the front door window.

When the power folding mirror switch is pressed, both outside mirrors will move together. When the ignition switch is on, the mirrors will move to the position designated by the switch. When the ignition is off and the power folding mirror switch is in the fold position, the mirrors will move after the vehicle is exited and the front doors are closed.

Entering the vehicle with the mirrors folded:

• When the driver’s front door is opened, only the driver’s outside mirror will unfold. When the door is closed, the mirror will return to the folded position provided the power folding mirror switch is in the fold position.

• When the passenger’s front door is opened, both mirrors will unfold together. When the door is closed, the mirrors will return to the folded position provided the power folding mirror switch is in the fold position.

Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature

All exterior mirrors are hinged and may be moved either forward or rearward to resist damage. The hinges have three detent positions; full forward, full rearward, and normal.

Outside Mirror — Driver’s Side

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

Outside Mirror — Passenger’s Side

Adjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see the side of your vehicle in the portion of the mirror closest to the 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 side convex mirrors will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your side mirrors 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 the convex mirrors.

Electric Remote-Control Mirrors

Use the mirror select switch, located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column, to adjust the view obtained in the outside mirrors. Press the rocker knob to the L or R for Left or Right mirror selection. Use the center off position to guard against accidentally moving a mirror position.

Select a mirror and press one of the four arrowsfor the direction you want the mirror to move.

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.

Illuminated Vanity Mirrors—If Equipped

An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor. To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing the mirror cover upward. The lights turn on automatically. A sliding switch can be used to adjust brightness. Closing the mirror cover turns off the lights.

SEATS Manual Front Seat Adjuster

The adjusting bar is located under the front of the seat. Pull the bar up and move the seat to the desired position. Release the bar to lock the seat into position.

Using body pressure, move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure the seat adjusters have latched.

WARNING!

Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked. 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.

Your vehicle may be equipped with side airbags. Refer to section 2 9Occupant Restraints -- Side Airbags9 for more information.

Adjustable Head Restraints

Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the rear. Pull up or push down on the head restraint so that the upper edge is as high as practical. To raise the head restraint, pull up on the head restraint. To lower the head restraint, depress the release tab located at the base of the head restraint and push down on the head restraint.

The head restraints on the rear seats may be removed and placed on the seat cushion to allow the seatback to be folded down more easily.

Power Seats — If Equipped

The power seat switches are located on the outboard sideof the seat.The front switch controls up/down, forward/rearward, and tilt adjustment. The rear switch controls the seatback recline adjustment.

Heated Seats — If Equipped

This feature heats the front driver and passenger seats. The controls for the heated seats are located on the instrument panel above the radio. You may choose LOW, HIGH or no heat. The switch position as well as an indicator light will show when the LOW or HIGH heat setting is ON.

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 fatally injured. Use the recliner onlywhenthevehicleis parked.

CAUTION!

Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat’s path.

Manual Reclining Seats (Front and Rear)

The recliner mechanism control is on the outboard side of the seat. To recline, lean forward slightly, lift the lever, then push back to the desired position and release the lever. Lean forward and lift the lever to return the seatback to its normal position. Using body pressure, lean forward and rearward on the seat to be sure the seatback has latched.

Manual Lumbar — If Equipped

The premium driver’s seat is equipped with a lumbar adjustment feature. The handle is located inboard under the armrest. To increase the support, rotate the handle down.

Memory Seat — If Equipped

If your vehicle is equipped with memory seat, your remote keyless entry transmitter or memory seat buttons on the driver’s door panel can be used to recall the driver’s seat, outside mirrors and radio station presets to saved positions.

The memory seat buttons located on the driver’s door will always recall stored settings. The remote keyless entry transmitter can be programmed to recall positions when the UNLOCK button is pressed. See the following procedure on how to link a remote keyless entry transmitter to a position.

NOTE: The vehicle must be in Park to recall memory

positions. If a recall is attempted when the vehicle is not in Park, a message will be displayed in the overhead console.

To recall memory positions press memory button number “1” if you are recalling the memory position for driver one or press memory button number “2” if you are recalling the memory position for driver two. A recall can be cancelled by pressing any of the memory buttons during a recall. When a recall is cancelled, the seat stops moving and a delay of approximately one second will occur before any other recalls can be selected.

Your vehicle may have been delivered with two remote keyless entry transmitters. One or both transmitters can be linked to either memory position. Up to four remote keyless entry transmitters can be used with your vehicle. The memory seat system can also accommodate up to four transmitters linked to either of the two stored seat positions or any combination of the two positions.

To Program Memory Seat Buttons, Follow These Steps:

1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.

2. Use the seat and mirror switches to adjust the seat, recliner and side view mirrors to the desired positions.

3. Set the radio station presets (up to 10 AM and 10 FM stations can be set).

4. Press and release the SET “S” button located on the driver’s door. A chime will sound telling you that you are in the set memory mode. You have five seconds after the chime to complete the next step.

5. Within 5 seconds, press and release button “1” or “2” on the driver’s door. A chime will sound signaling you that the driver memory has been set.

6. Within 5 seconds, press and release the LOCK button on one of the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitters. A chime will sound signaling you that the transmitter has been successfully linked.

Repeat the above steps for the second position using the other driver’s door numbered button and Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter.

Each time the SET “S” button and a numbered button are pressed, you erase the old memory and store a new one.

To Unlink A Transmitter, Follow These Steps:

1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.

2. Press and release memory button number “1”.

3. Press and release the SET “S” button located

on the driver’s door. A chime will sound telling you that you are in the set memory mode. You have five seconds after the chime to complete the next step.

4. Press and release memory button “1”.

5. Within 5 seconds, press and release the UN-

LOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitters. A chime will sound signaling you that the transmitter has been successfully unlinked.

To unlink another transmitter from memory positions “1” or “2” repeat steps 1 through 5 for each transmitter.

Middle Quad Fold & Tumble™ Seating

The passenger’s and driver’s side middle bucket seats can be tilted forward for easy access to the third seat or rear cargo area.

To tilt the seat, pull up on the release handle and tilt the seat fully forward. To return the seat, lower the seat and ensure that it is latched.

WARNING!

In the event of a collision you could be injured if the seat is not fully latched.

Middle Quad Fold & Tumble™ Seat Removal

1. Remove any obstructions from the floor in front of the seat.

2. Ensure that the cupholder is closed.

3. Remove the head restraint and place it on the seat cushion.

4. Pull up on the seatback release lever located on the outboard side of the seat to fold the seatback and lock it down.

5. Pull up on the release handle and tumble the seat fully forward.

6. Pull the release strap “3” located at the bottom

of the seat to disengage the front attachments.

7. The seat assembly can now be removed from

the vehicle and moved on its Easy OutT Rollers. To reinstall the seat, remove any obstructions from

the floor in front of the seat. Align the seat in the floor tracks and tilt the seat forward to engage the front floor attachments, then tilt the seat rearward and push down to engage the rear attachments. Return the seatback to its full upright position and reinstall the head restraint.

WARNING!

In a collision, you or others in your vehicle could be injured if seats are not properly latched to their floor attachments. Always be sure the seats are fully latched.

Rear Quad Fold & Tumble™ Rear Seat Removal

1. Remove the head restraint and place it on the seat cushion.

2. Pull up on release lever “1” to fold the seatback and lock it down.

4. Pull the release strap “3” located at the bottom of the seat to disengage the front attachments.

3. Pull up on release lever “2” and tumble the seat fully forward.

5. The seat assembly can now be removed from the vehicle and moved on its Easy OutT Rollers.

To reinstall the rear seat, remove any obstructions from the floor in front of the seat. Align the seat in the floor tracks and tilt the seat forward to engage the front floor attachments, then tilt the seat rearward and push down to engage the rear attachments. Pull the release handle “1” to return the seatback to its full upright position and reinstall the head restraint.

WARNING!

In a collision, you or others in your vehicle could be injured if seats are not properly latched to their floor attachments. Always be sure the seats are fully latched.

3 – Passenger Bench Seat

Release levers are located on the rear leg assemblies, near the floor. To remove the seat, squeeze each release handle and rotate downwards to deploy the wheels. A lock indicator button pops up when the seat is unlocked. The seat assembly can now be removed from the vehicle and moved on its Easy OutT Rollers.

To reinstall the seat, roll the seat into position over the strikers in the floor. Squeeze the release handle and rotate upward until the lock indicator button returns in to the handle.

WARNING!

If not properly latched, the bench seats could become loose. Personal injuries could result. After reinstalling these seats, be sure the red indicator button on the release handles return into the handles.

Grocery Bag Retainer

Retainer hooks which will hold grocery bag handles are built into the seatbacks of all rear seats and front seats. The floor supports the partial weight of the bagged goods.

Rear-Most Bench Seat

The seat position can be adjusted fore and aft to any of three positions - normal (rearward), intermediate, and full forward. In this way varying needs for legroom and cargo space behind the seat can be accommodated.

The release lever is below the seat and is accessible from the front and back of the seat.

Rear Seat Descriptions

7 Passenger Model — 2– quad seats in the second position and 3– passenger bench seat in the third position. All rear seats are removable.

6 Passenger Model — 2– quad seats in the second position and 2– quad seats in the third position. All rear seats are removable.

Rear Bench Seating Flexibility

The 3– passenger bench seat may be adjusted to any of 3 positions on its tracks while installed in the vehicle. The bench seat may also be moved to the second seating position or removed from the vehicle.

1. Normal Seating—

The 2nd and 3rd row seats are installed. The 3rd row bench seat is in the full rear position on the tracks.

2. Increased Storage—

Increased storage area is provided by adjusting 3rd row bench seat to the intermediate track position. Rear seating for 3 passengers (children) is still provided.

3. Additional Storage—

The 2nd and 3rd row seats installed. The 3rd row bench seat is in the full forward position on the tracks and the rear seatback is folded down.

4. Auxiliary Seating—

The middle quad seats are removed from the vehicle. The 3– passenger bench seat can be installed in either the second or third row.

Rear Quad Seating Flexibility

The seats may be used with either or both seatbacks folded forward for additional storage space. Both seats may also be removed from the vehicle to provide additional storage.

1. Normal Seating—

The 2nd and 3rd row seats are installed. Both seatbacks are in the upright position.

2. Increased Storage—

Increased storage area is provided by folding either or both seatbacks. With one seatback folded forward, rear seating for another occupant is still provided. Either or both seats may Fold and Tumble™ forward for more storage space. For maximum storage, remove the head restraint and place on the seat cushion, then fold the seatback over the head restraint by lifting lever “1” and tumble the seat forward by lifting lever “2”.

3. Additional Storage—

The 2nd row seats are installed in the middle seating position. Either or both of the rear seats are removed from the vehicle.

4. Auxiliary Seating—

The 2nd row seats are removed from the vehicle. The seats can be installed in either the rear or middle seat position.

• If the seat is not occupied, the seatback can be folded forward to obtain additional cargo space. To fold the seatback forward, pull the handle labeled “1” located behind the seat on the passenger side.

• The seatback will latch in the folded position. To assure the seatback is latched in the folded position, additional downward pressure on the seatback may be required when folding.

• The same lever is used to return the seatback to the upright position.

NOTE: The head restraints are removable, if needed.

To remove them, press the release tab at the base of the head restraint.

WARNING!

• The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle should not be used as a play area by children. They could be seriously injured in a collision. Children should be seated and using the proper restraint system.

• It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.

• Do not allowpeopletoride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.

• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly.

TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD

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

Next, push to the left the safety catch located under the front edge of the hood, near the center.

Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the open position.

To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood until it is open approximately 30 cm (12 inches) and then drop it. This should secure both latches. 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.

LIGHTS

All of the lights, except the hazard warning lights, are controlled by switches left of the steering column on the instrument panel.

Interior Lights

Interior lights are turned on when a door or liftgate is opened, the keyless entry transmitter is activated, or when the dimmer control is moved to the extreme top.

The interior lights will automatically turn off in about 15 minutes if any of the following occur.

• A door, sliding door or the liftgate is left open.

• Any overhead reading light is left on.

• If the dimmer control is in the extreme top

position.

NOTE: The key must be out of the ignition switch or

the ignition switch must be in the OFF position for this feature to operate.

Dimmer Control

With the position lights or headlights on, rotating the dimmer control for the interior lights on the instrument panel upward will increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights.

Dome Light Position

Rotate the dimmer control completely upward to the second detent (extreme top position) to turn on the interior lights, except the front reading/courtesy lights. The interior lights will remain on

when the dimmer control is in this position.

Interior light Defeat (OFF)

Rotate the dimmer control to the OFF position (extreme bottom). The interior lights will remain off when the doors or liftgate are open.

Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature)

Rotate the dimmer control to the first detent. This feature brightens the odometer, radio and overhead displays when the position lights or headlights are on during daylight conditions.

Headlights

Turn the headlight switch to the 2nd detent to turn the headlights and position lights on. This also turns on all instrument panel lighting.

Position Lights

Turn this switch to the first detent to turn on the front and rear position lights. This also turns on all instrument panel lighting.

Lights-on Reminder

If the headlights or the position lights are left on, or if the dimmer control is in the extreme top position after the ignition is turned off, a chime will sound when the driver’s door is opened.

Battery Protection

This feature provides battery protection to avoid wearing down the battery if the headlights, front fog lights, or rear fog lights are left on for extended

periods of time when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position. After 3 minutes of the ignition switch being in the LOCK position and the headlight switch in any position other than OFF or POSITION LIGHTS, the lights will turn off automatically until the next cycle of the ignition switch or headlight switch.

The battery protection feature will be disabled if the ignition switch is turned to any other position other than LOCK during the 3 minute delay.

Headlight Time Delay — If Equipped

This feature provides the safety of headlight illumination for up to 90 seconds, when leaving your vehicle in an unlighted area.

To activate the delay feature, turn off the ignition switch while the headlights are still on. Then turn off the headlights within 45 seconds. The 90 second delay interval begins when headlight switch is turned off. If the headlights or position lights are turned back on or the ignition switch is turned on, the delay will be cancelled.

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

NOTE: The headlights must be turned off within 45

seconds of turning the ignition switch off to activate this feature.

Front Fog Lights — If Equipped

To activate the front fog lights, turn on the position lights or the headlights and pull out on the headlight switch control knob.

An indicator in the headlight switch shows that the front fog lights are on. Pressing the headlight switch control knob in will turn the front fog lights off.

Rear Fog Lights

The rear fog lights may be operated as desired when visibility is poor due to fog. To activate the rear fog lights, pull out the

headlight switch and turn the control knob to the last detent. Use the rear fog lights in accordance with local laws.

Headlamp Leveling System

Your vehicle may be equipped with a headlamp leveling system. This system allows the driver to maintain proper headlight beam position with the road surface regardless of vehicle load. The control switch is located on the instrument panel next to the dimmer control.

To operate, rotate the control switch until the appropriate number, which corresponds to the load listed on the appropriate chart, aligns with the indicator line on the switch.

SWITCH POSITION LOAD CONDITION 0 * Driver Only, or Driver and

* Passenger Capacity:

Front Seating Positions 2 Mid Seating Positions 2 or 3

Rear Seating Positions 2 or 3 Calculations based on a passenger weight of 75 kg (165 lbs).

Passenger in Front Seats * Driver, Front Passenger and All 3 Rear Seating Positions Occupied, or ALL Seating Positions (including mid-seat) Occupied. * All Seating Positions Occupied, Plus an Evenly Distributed Load Behind the Rear Seat. The Total Weights of Passengers and Load Does Not Exceed the Maximum Load Capacity of the Vehicle. * Driver Plus an Evenly Distributed Load Behind the Rear Seat. The Total Weights of the Driver and Load Does Not Exceed the Maximum Load Capacity of the Vehicle.

MULTIFUNCTION CONTROL LEVER Turn Signals

Move the Multifunction Control Lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the Information Center flash to indicate proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights. You can signal a lane change by moving the lever partially up or down.

If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check for a defective outside turn signal light bulb. If one of the indicators fails to light when the lever is moved, it would suggest that the indicator light is defective. If both the indicators and the turn signal bulb fail to light when the lever is moved, see your authorized dealer.

Turn Signal Warning

If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle has traveled at over 29 km/h (18 mph) for about one kilometer with the turn signals on, a chime will sound to alert the driver.

Headlight Low/High Beam Selector Switch

Pull the multifunction control lever toward the steering wheel to switch the headlights between HIGH and LOW beam.

Passing Light

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

NOTE: Use passing lights in accordance with local

laws.

Windshield Wipers and Washers

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

NOTE: Always remove any build-up of snow that pre-

vents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the OFF position. If the windshield wiper switch is turned OFF and the blades cannot

return to theOFFposition, damage to the wiper motor may occur.

To use the washer, press the knob in when spray is desired, the washers will spray for a maximum of 20 seconds or until the knob is released. If another washer cycle is desired the knob must be pressed again to get another 20 second washer cycle. If the knob is depressed while in the delay range, the wiper will operate for several seconds after the knob is released, and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected.

If the knob is depressed while in the OFF position, the wiper control will wipe approximately 2 cycles then turn OFF.

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 defroster before and during windshield washer use.

Intermittent Wiper System

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

For maximum delay between cycles, rotate the control knob into the upper end of the delay range. The delay interval decreases as you rotate the knob until it enters the LO continual speed position. The delay can be regulated from a maximum of about 20 seconds between cycles, to a cycle every 2 seconds. The time delay will be doubled if the vehicle speed is less than 16 km/h (10 mph).

Headlight Washers—If Equipped

This feature operates in combination with the windshield washers. To use the headlight washers, turn the headlights ON and press in on the windshield washer control knob.

This will operate the windshield washers and direct two timed high pressure sprays onto the headlight lens.

If the windshield washer control knob is released and then pressed within five seconds the headlight washers will not direct another timed high pressure spray onto the headlight lens.

NOTE: To avoid possible need for re-priming of the

headlight washer system, do not allow the windshield washer reservoir to run out of washer fluid. If the system loses it’s prime, add washer fluid and cycle the system 2 or 3 times.

TILT STEERING COLUMN

To tilt the column, pull the small lever, located above and behind the turn signal control, forward 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.

ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL

This device can be engaged to take over the accelerator operation at speeds between 48 km/h (30 mph) and 160 km/h (100 mph). The controls are mounted on the steering wheel.

To Activate:

Push the “ON/OFF” button once and the CRUISE indicator located below the instrument cluster odometer will illuminate showing the electronic speed control is on. To turn the system OFF, push the “ON/OFF” button again and the system and indicator will turn off.

WARNING!

Leaving the Electronic Speed Control systemon when not in use is dangerous. You could accidently 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, 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 braking while slowing the vehicle will deactivate the speed control without erasing the memory. Pressing the clutch pedal will also deactivate the system if equipped with manual transmission. Pushing the “ON/OFF” button to the OFF position or turning off the ignition erases the speed memory.

To Resume Speed:

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

To Vary the Speed Setting:

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

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

To decrease speed while speed control is set, 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 in a 2 km/h (1 mph) speed decrease. Each time the button is tapped, speed decreases.

To Accelerate For Passing:

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

NOTE: The speed control system maintains speed up

and down hills. A slight speed change on moderate hills is normal.

Vehicles equipped with four speed automatic transaxles will experience a downshift to 3rd gear while climbing uphill or descending downhill. This downshift to 3rd gear is necessary to maintain vehicle set speed.

On steep hills a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it may be preferable to drive without speed control.

WARNING!

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.

OVERHEAD CONSOLE

The overhead console may contain courtesy/ reading lights, storage for sunglasses, compass/ temperature display, a mini-trip computer, optional power sliding door switches and optional power liftgate switches.

Courtesy/Reading Lights

At the forward end of the console are two courtesy/reading lights.

Press the lens to turn these lights on. The lights also turn on when a front door, a sliding

door or the liftgate is opened. If your vehicle is equipped with Remote Keyless Entry, the lights will also turn on when the unlock button on the transmitter is pressed.

The area around the instrument panel cupholders is also illuminated from a light in the overhead console. This light is turned on when the headlight switch is on and will adjust in brightness when the dimmer control is rotated up or down.

Sunglasses Storage

At the rear of the console a compartment is provided for the storage of two pair of sunglasses.

Press the door latch to open the compartment. The door will slowly rotate to an open position.

Compass/Temperature Display

This display provides the outside temperature and one of eight compass readings to indicate the direction the vehicle is facing.

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 put the compass into the Calibration Mode manually.

To put into a Calibration Mode: Turn on the ignition switch and set the display to Comp/Temp. Press the RESET button for at least 10 seconds until the “CAL” symbol appears. Release the button(s) and complete three 360°turns in an area free from large metal objects. The “CAL” symbol will turn off and the compass will function normally.

Compass Variance

Compass Variance is the difference between magnetic North and Geographic North. In some areas of the world, the difference between magnetic and geographic North is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings. If this occurs, the compass variance must be set.

To set the variance: Turn the ignition switch ON and set the display to Comp/Temp. Press the RESET button for approximately 5 seconds. The “VAR” symbol will light and the last variance zone number will be displayed. Press the STEP button to select the proper variance zone as shown in the map.

Press the RESET button to set the new variance zone and resume normal operation.

Mini-Trip Computer

This displays information on the following:

•

Compass/Temperature

Shows the outside temperature and vehicle direction.

•

Average Fuel Economy (ECO AVG)

Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset.

•

Distance To Empty (DTE)

Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is determined using the kilometer per liter for the last few minutes.

•

Instantaneous Fuel Economy (ECO)

Shows fuel economy for the last few seconds.

•

Trip Odometer (ODO)

Shows the distance traveled since the last reset.

•

Elapsed Time (ET)

Shows the accumulated ignition ON time since the last reset.

•

Off Mode

Shows a blank display.

Step Button

•

Push this button to cycle through all the Compass/ Minitrip Computer displays.

•

US/M Button

Press this button to convert the display from U.S. to metric units.

To Reset The Display

Pressing the Reset button once will clear the resettable function currently being displayed. Resettable functions are average fuel economy, trip odometer and elapsed time. Pressing the reset button twice within four seconds will clear all resettable functions. Reset will only occur if a resettable function is currently being displayed.

Vehicle Information Center — If Equipped

The vehicle information center, when the appropriate conditions exist, displays the following WARNING messages and symbols. Each message is accompanied by a single chime:

• TURN SIGNALS ON (with graphic)

• PERFORM SERVICE

• DOOR AJAR (one or more, with graphic)

• LIFTGATE AJAR (with graphic)

• WASHER FLUID LOW (with graphic)

Compass Variance Map

Customer Programmable Features — If Equipped

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

NOTE: The Factory Settings must be set to “NO”

before some of the features can be programed. 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 climate control displays will be in the selected units.

Service Interval

When this feature is selected a service interval between 3 200 km (2,000 miles) and 12 000 km (7,500 miles) in 800 km (500 mile) increments may be selected. Pressing the “STEP” button when in this display will select distances between 3 200 km (2,000 miles) and 12 000 km (7,500 miles) in 800 km (500 mile) 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.”

Use Factory Settings

If “Yes” is selected, all of the customer programmable features will be set to the factory default and not displayed. If “No” is selected you can program the Vehicle Information Center to your own personal preferences.

Auto Door Locks

When this feature is selected, all doors and the liftgate lock automatically when the speed of the vehicle reaches 15 mph (24 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.”

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 and liftgate. When “REMOTE UNLOCK ALL DOORS” is selected all of the doors and the liftgate 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.”

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.”

Power Accessory Delay

When this feature is selected, accessory power will be supplied for up to 45 seconds for the power windows, radio, power vent windows, power outlets, and removable center console, when the ignition switch is turned off or until the key is removed and either front door is opened.

ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS

To the left of the instrument panel cup holder is a cigar lighter equipped with an illuminated glow ring and a 12 volt power outlet. The cigar lighter is controlled by the ignition switch and the lower outlet is connected directly to the battery.

A third outlet is located on the driver’s side, just to the rear of the sliding door and is also controlled by the ignition switch. The lower and rear outlets will not accommodate a conventional cigar lighter unit.

The outlets include tethered caps labeled with a key or battery symbol indicating the power source. The lower instrument panel outlet is powered directly from the battery, items plugged into this outlet may discharge the battery and/or prevent engine starting.

The lower outlet is also protected by an automatic reset circuit breaker. The automatic circuit breaker restores power when the overload is removed. The circuit breaker also supplies power to the outlet in the removable floor console, when in the front position. Refer to section 3 “Removable Floor Console” in this manual.

NOTE: If desired, all of the power outlets can be

converted by your authorized dealer to provide power with the ignition switch in the OFF position.

Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off

WARNING!

• Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e. cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent engine starting.

• Accessories that draw higher power (i.e. coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.), will degrade the battery even more quickly. Only use these intermittently and with greater caution.

• After the useofhighpowerdraw accessories, or long periods of the vehicle not being started (with accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the generator to recharge the vehicle’s battery.

• Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.

CUP HOLDERS Instrument Panel Cup Holders

The instrument panel cupholders are located in a pull out drawer just below the climate controls.

When the drawer is pulled out firmly and the detent is engaged the arms of the cupholders will spring out. Place the container to be held into one of the cupholders and then push the arm toward the container until the container is held stable. There are adjustable positions for the arm so the cupholder can accommodate a wide variety of container types and sizes, including those with handles.

For vehicles with manual transmissions there are also cup holders integrated into the floor shift console.

Convenience Tray And Smoker’s Package Kit

Located between the instrument panel cupholders is a convenience tray that has been designed to hold miscellaneous small items.

NOTE: The convenience tray should never be used for

ashes without the ash tray in place. Permanent burn marks may result.

With the Smoker’s package, a removable ash tray is inserted into the convenience tray location. To install the ash tray, slide the forward edge into the convenience tray opening and push down to lock it into position. For cleaning of the ash tray, its removal is accomplished by inserting the end of a key in the pry slot that is molded into the rear edge of the ash tray and then twisting the key slightly.

Rear Cup Holders

There are dual stationary cupholders located in the passenger’s side rear trim panel and on short wheel base vehicles a single stationary cup holder is on the driver’s side rear trim panel. On long wheel base vehicles there are dual stationary cup holders on the driver’s side rear trim panel.

There are also underseat cupholders for the 2nd seat passengers. With quad seats in the 2nd seat position, these cupholders are located on the outboard side of the seat pedestal.

STORAGE Front Seat Storage Bin — If Equipped

The storage bin is located under the front passenger’s seat. It can be locked with the ignition key.

NOTE:

• When the console is located between the front seats the outlet is protected by an automatic circuit breaker and is powered directly from the battery, items plugged into this outlet may discharge the battery and/or prevent engine starting.

• The removable floor console can only be placed between the middle seats on vehicles equipped with manual transmissions.

NOTE:

• The quad seat cupholders will remain upright if the seat is tilted forward.

• The quad seat cupholders are designed to break away if stepped on. To return the cupholder to its normal position, simply push the cupholder up to snap it into place.

• The floor mat must be in position for optimum cupholder operation.

There are also two cupholders and a flat tray on the seat back of the quad seats. These can be used when the seat back is folded forward.

Removable Floor Console — If Equipped

The removal floor console has a power outlet, storage tray, light, cell phone holder, tissue holder, and a map holder. It canbe placed betweeneither the front seats or middle seats.

To remove the console use the following procedure:

1. Open the rear lid and remove the storage tray.

2. Pull the release handle located inside the floor

console, reinstall the storage tray and close the rear lid.

3. Using the front and rear grab handles, lift up

and slide the console rearward to disengage the front of the console and lift up to remove the console from the floor.

To reinstall the console, slide the console forward to engage the front of the console into the floor tray. Rapidly push down on the rear of the console with enough force to engage the latch, you should hear the latch “snap” into place. Pull up on the console to be sure it’s firmly attached.

NOTE: When the removable floor console is located

between the middle seats, the power outlet only has power supplied to it when the ignition switch is ON.

Cell Phone Holder

1. Open the front lid and remove the cell phone holder by pulling rearward and up on the lower edge of the holder.

2. Plug in the power cord for the cellular phone into the outlet located in the bottom of the forward console bin and reinstall the cell phone holder

3. Place the cell phone into the holder.

WARNING!

• Accessories that draw higher power (i.e. coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.), will degrade the battery even more quickly. Only use these intermittently and with greater caution.

Rear Compartment Storage Bins

Your vehicle may be equipped with open storage bins located in each rear trim panel or your vehicle may be equipped with storage bins located under the armrest in each rear trim panel.

Cargo Area Storage

The seats in your vehicle are in-line which enables you to stow long objects, such as lumber or skis, on the floor without moving the seats.

The liftgate sill plate has a raised line with the statement “Load To This Line”. This line indicates how far rearward cargo can be placed without interfering with liftgate closing.

ROOF LUGGAGE RACK—IF EQUIPPED

The load carried on the luggage rack must not exceed 68 kg (150 lbs) and should be uniformly distributed over the cargo area.

Use both adjustable cross bar assemblies to contain the load. Distribute the load as uniformly as possible between the cross bars and on the roof skid strips.

To move the cross bars, press the upper edge of each cross bar button, then move the cross bar to the desired position. Once the cross bar is in place, press the lower edge of the cross bar button to lock it into position.

NOTE: For reduced wind noise when installing the

cross bars make sure the label marked FRONT is facing thefront of the vehicle. Also, whenthe cross bars are not in use the front cross bar should be place two slots from the front of the vehicle and the rear cross bar should be two slots from the rear of the vehicle. This will help reduce wind noise when the crossbars are not in use.

Attempt to move the crossbar again to ensure that it has properly locked into position.

The tie down holes on the cross bar ends should always be used to tie down the load. Check the straps frequently to be sure that the load remains securely attached.

External racks do not increase the total load carrying capacity of the vehicle. Be sure that the total occupant and luggage load inside the vehicle, plus the load on the luggage rack, do not exceed the rated vehicle capacity as shown on the label inside the glove box.

CAUTION!

To avoid damage to theroofrack and vehicle, do not exceedthemaximumroof rack load capacity of 68 kg (150 lbs). Always distribute heavy loads as evenly as possible and secure the load appropriately.

Long loads which extend over the windshield, such as wood panels or surfboards, should be secured to both the front and rear of the vehicle.

Place a blanket or other protection between the surface of the roof and the load.

Travelatspeedsofless than 100 km/h (62 mph) and turncornerscarefullywhen carrying large or heavy loads on the roof rack. Wind forces, due to natural causes or nearby truck traffic, can add sudden upward loads. This is especially true on large flat loads and may result in damage to the cargo or your vehicle.

WARNING!

Cargo must be securely tied before driving your vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in personal injury or property damage. Follow the Roof Rack Cautions when carrying cargo on your roof rack.

LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM—IF EQUIPPED

The automatic load leveling system will provide a level riding vehicle under most passenger and cargo loading conditions.

A hydraulic pump contained within the shock absorbers raise the rear of the vehicle to the correct height. It takes approximately 1.6 km (1 mile) of driving for the leveling to complete depending on the road surface conditions.

If the leveled vehicle is not moved for approximately 15 hours, the leveling system will bleed itself down. The vehicle must be driven to reset the system.

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

• INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS ............... 71

• INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — GASOLINE ENGINES ..... 72

• PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER —

GASOLINE ENGINES ...................... 73

• INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — DIESEL ENGINES ....... 74

• INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS .......... 75

• INFORMATION CENTER .................... 78

• Turn Signal Indicators ................... 78

• High Beam Light ....................... 78

• Oil Pressure Warning Light ................ 78

• Malfunction Indicator Light ................ 78

• Vehicle Security Alarm (Immobilizer) Light —

If Equipped .......................... 78

• SOUND SYSTEMS ........................ 78

• CLIMATE CONTROLS ...................... 78

• Power Button ......................... 79

• Front Blower Control .................... 79

• Front Mode Control ..................... 79

• Dual Zone Control — If Equipped ............. 81

• Diesel Cabin Heat Assist — If Equipped ......... 81

• Second Seat Outlets — If Equipped ........... 81

• Air Conditioning Operation ................ 82

• Infrared Three-Zone Automatic Temperature Control —

If Equipped .......................... 84

• REAR WINDOW FEATURES .................. 88

• Rear Wiper Switch ...................... 88

• Rear Washer Switch ..................... 88

• Electric Rear Window Defroster And Windshield

Wiper De–Icer — If Equipped ............... 89

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — GASOLINE ENGINES

PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — GASOLINE ENGINES

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — DIESEL ENGINES

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS

1. Fuel Gauge

The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when the ignition switch is in the ON position.

2. Lamp Outage Light

This light will illuminate when a headlight is burned out.

3. Low Fuel Light

When the fuel level reaches approximately 3 to 5 gallons (11 to 19 liters) this light will turn on and remain on until fuel is added.

4. Liftgate Ajar

This light turns on if the liftgate is not completely closed.

5. Door Ajar Light

This light turns on if a door is not completely closed.

6. Speedometer

Indicates vehicle speed.

7. Brake System Warning Light

This light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake application. If the brake light turns on, it may indicate that the parking brake is applied,

there isa low brakefluid level orthere is a problem with the anit-lock brake system.

The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capacity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system. Failure of either half of the dual brake system is indicated by the Brake Warning Light which will turn on when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has dropped below a specified level.

The light will remain on until the cause is corrected.

NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp

cornering maneuvers which change fluid level conditions. The vehicle should have service performed.

If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is necessary.

WARNING!

Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have an accident. Have the vehicle checked immediately.

Vehicles equipped with Anti-Lock brakes (ABS), are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD). In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair to the ABS system is required.

The operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the ON position. The light should illuminate for approximately two seconds. The light should then turn off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected. If the light does not illuminate, have the light inspected by an authorized dealer.

The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the ON position.

NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is

applied. It does not show the degree of brake application.

8. Airbag Light

This light turns on and remains on for 6 to 8 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON. If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the system inspected by an

authorized dealer as soon as possible.

9. Anti-Lock Light

This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System described elsewhere in this manual. The light will turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON posi-

tion and may stay on for as long as four seconds. If the ABS light remains on or turns on while

driving, it indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and that service is required. However, the conventional brake system will continue to operate normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on.

If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti-Lock brakes. If the ABS light does not turn on when the Ignition switch is turned to the ON position, have the light inspected by an authorized dealer.

10. Tachometer

The red segments indicate the maximum permissible engine revolutions-per-minute (r.p.m. x1000) for each gear range. Before reaching the red area, ease up on the accelerator.

11. Voltage Light

This light monitors the electrical system voltage. The light should turn on momentarily as the engine is started. If the light

stays on or turns on while driving, it indicates a

problem with the charging system. Immediate service should be obtained.

12. Seat Belt Reminder Light

The light will turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position as a reminder to “buckle up”. The light will remain on until the driver’s seat belt is buckled.

13. Engine Temperature Warning Light

This light warns of an overheated engine condition. If the engine is critically hot, a continuous chime will sound for 4 minutes. After the chime turns off, the engine

will still be critically hot until the light turns off.

14. Temperature Gauge

The temperature gauge shows engine coolant temperature. Any reading within the normal range indicates that the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily.

The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher temperature when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range.

If the pointer rises to the “H” (hot mark) on a vehicle equipped with a gasoline engine, pull over and stop the vehicle. Do not turn the engine off. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioning turned off, until the pointer drops back into the normal range.

CAUTION!

Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads (H), pull overandstopthe vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on the “H”, and you hear continuous chimes, turn the engine off immediately, and call for service.

If the coolant temperature of a vehicle equipped with a diesel engine approaches the “H” (hot mark) a warning chime will sound to alert the driver. The air conditioning system will turn off automatically and Power loss will occur until the engine temperature returns to the normal range.

If the overheating condition persists a continuous chime will sound to alert the driver. Reduce the vehicle speed and or stop the vehicle while allowing the engine to idle and cool the engine.

WARNING!

A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. You may want to call a service center if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the hood yourself, see Section 7 of this manual. Follow the warnings under the Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph.

15. Washer Fluid Light

This light turns on when the washer fluid level falls below approximately 1/4 filled. The light will remain on until fluid is added.

16. Transmission Range Indicator — If Equipped

This vacuum fluorescent display indicator shows the automatic transaxle gear selection.

17. Trac Off Indicator — If Equipped

This vacuum fluorescent display indicator illuminates momentarily as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON.

The TRAC Indicator will turn on if the traction control is in use.

Both the TRAC and the OFF Indicators will turn on if:

• The Traction Control switch has been used to turn the system OFF.

• There is a Traction Control System malfunction

• The system has been deactivated to prevent damage to the brake system due to overheated brake temperatures.

NOTE: Extended heavy use of Traction Control may

cause the system to deactivate and turn on the TRAC OFF Light. This is to prevent overheating of the brake system and is a normal condition. The system will remain disabled for about 4 minutes until the brakes have cooled. The system will automatically reactivate and turn off the Traction Control Light.

18. Odometer/Trip Odometer

The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven.

The trip odometer shows individual trip mileage. To switch from odometer to trip odometer, press the Trip Odometer button.

19. Cruise Indicator

This vacuum fluorescent display indicator shows that the Speed Control System is ON.

20. Trip Odometer Button

Press this button to change the display from odometer to trip odometer. The word TRIP will appear when in the trip odometer mode. Push in and hold the button for two seconds to reset the trip odometer to 0 miles or kilometers. The odometer must be in trip mode to reset.

21. Water In Fuel Warning Light — Diesel Engine Only

This light indicates water has collected in the fuel filter and should be drained immediately.

22. Glow Plug Light — Diesel Engine Only

The glow plug light will illuminate when the ignition key is first turned to the ON position. Wait until the glow plug light

turns OFF then start the vehicle.

INFORMATION CENTER

Turn Signal Indicators

The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal light when the turn signal lever is operated.

If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle has traveled about one kilometer with the turn signals on, a chime will sound to alert you to turn the signals off. If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check for a defective outside light bulb.

High Beam Light

This light shows that the headlights are on high beam. Pull the turn signal lever towards the steering wheel to switch the headlights from high or low beam.

Oil Pressure Warning Light

This light shows low engine oil pressure. The light should turn on momentarily

when the engine is started. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A single chime will sound when this light turns on.

Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. This light does not show how much oil is in the engine. The engine oil level must be checked under the hood.

Malfunction Indicator Light

This light is part of an onboard diagnostic system called OBD that monitors engine and automatic transmission control systems. The light will illuminate

briefly when the key is in the ON position before engine start. If the bulb does not come on when turning the key from OFF to ON, have the condition checked promptly.

Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality, etc. may illuminate the light after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several of your typical driving cycles. In most situations the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing.

The Malfunction Indicator Light flashes to alert you to serious conditions that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter

damage. The vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible if this occurs.

Vehicle Security Alarm (Immobilizer) Light — If Equipped

This light will flash for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle security alarm is arming.

SOUND SYSTEMS

Refer to your Sound Systems Booklet.

CLIMATE CONTROLS

The Air Conditioning and Heating System is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather. The following describes its operation.

Power Button

When the “POWER” button is pressed the indicator will illuminate and the blower will run at the speed selected by the front blower control. When the button is pressed a second time the indicator light turns off, the blower will turn off and the system will be positioned in the recirculation mode.

Front Blower Control

The Front Blower controls the amount of air delivered to the passenger compartment. There are five blower speeds.

The fan speed increases as you move the control to the right.

Front Mode Control

The mode control allows you to choose from several patterns of air distribution.

NOTE: Toimprove your selection choices, the system

allows you to operate at intermediate positions between the major modes. These intermediate positions are identified by the small dots.

Panel

Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel. Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow of air. Moving the air vane knob on the center outlets down, will close off the air flow from the center outlets. The thumbwheel next to the outboard outlets can be rotated to regulate or shut off the air flow from these outlets.

Bi-Level

Floor

Mix

Air comes from both the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets and defrost.

NOTE: In many temperature lever positions, the bi-

level mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.

Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets.

Air comes from the floor, defrost and side window demist outlets. The area of the windshield below the wiper blade Park position is also heated electrically. This mode works best incold or snowy conditions. It allows you to stay comfortable while keeping the windshield clear.

Defrost

Air comes from the windshield and side window demist outlets. The area of the windshield below the wiper blade Park position is also heated electrically. Use this setting when necessary to defrost your windshield and side windows.

NOTE: For improved safety, the A/C compressor is

activated and the recirculation mode is deactivated when Mix or Defrost modes are selected. This is done to assist in drying the air and it will help in keeping the windows from fogging.

Dual Zone Control — If Equipped

With the Dual Zone Control System, each front seat occupant can independently control the temperature of air coming from the outlets on their side of the vehicle.

This is accomplished by having a separate temperature control lever for both the driver and front seat passenger. The blue area of the scale indicates cooler temperatures while the red area indicates warmer temperatures.

Diesel Cabin Heat Assist — If Equipped

The Diesel Cabin Heat Assist is automatically engaged when the temperature control lever is moved to the full heat position. The heater will operate for at least five minutes after being turned on and will operate in the full load, partial load or idle modes based on engine coolant temperature. When the heater unit is turned on, small amounts of diesel fuel are burned to add additional heat to

the engine coolant and the exhaust gases are expelled on the left side of the vehicle.

It is recommended to operate the heater after refueling in early fall to assure a good quality fuel is present at the heater unit. When traveling from a warm climate to a cold climate, it is advisable to fuel the vehicle in the colder climate, this will assure the proper quality diesel fuel is present at the heater unit based on the climate temperature.

NOTE: The system can take up to three minutes to

turn off after the temperature control lever is moved from the full heat position, or when the vehicle is turned off with the ignition key.

Second Seat Outlets — If Equipped

Air outlets for the second seats are provided in the back of each front door and under the driver and front passenger seats.

There is a thumbwheel on the outlet that can be rotated to regulate or shut off the air flow from these outlets.

Floor air flow is provided from under the front seats in the “MIX”, “BI-LEVEL” and “FLOOR” modes, for the second seat passengers.

Air Conditioning Operation

To turn on the air conditioning, set the front blower control to any speed and press the A/C button which is located

next to the recirculation button. An indicator light on the A/C button shows that the air conditioning is on.

NOTE: The indicator light in the “POWER” button

must be on for the climate control system to operate.

Cool dehumidified air comes through the outlets selected by the Mode Control. To turn off the air conditioning, press the A/C button a second time. The indicator light will turn off.

NOTE:

• The A/C compressor will not engage until

the engine has been running for a few seconds.

• If your air conditioning performance seems

lower than expected, check the A/C air filter and the front of the A/C condenser for an

accumulation of dirt or insects. The A/C condenser is located in front of the radiator. TheA/C air filter is located in air conditionerheater housing under the instrument panel on the passenger side.

• Fabric type fascia protectors tend to block the amount of air to the condenser and may reduce air conditioning performance.

Economy Mode

If economy mode is desired, press the A/C button to turn off the indicator light, and the A/C compressor. Move the temperature control lever to the desired temperature.

Recirculation Control

Press the recirculation button to recirculate the air inside the vehicle. This is

located next to the temperature control lever. A indicator light on the button shows that air is being recirculated. Use the recirculation mode to rapidly cool the inside of the vehicle. The recirculation mode can also be used to temporarily block out outside odors, smoke, and dust.

NOTE:

• When the ignition switch is turned OFF, the

recirculation feature will be cancelled.

• In cold weather, use of the Recirculation

mode may lead to excessive window fogging. The Recirculation mode is not allowed in the Mix and Defrost modes to improve

window clearing operation. Recirculation will be disabled automatically if these modes are selected.

• If the recirculation button is pressed while in the Mix or Defrost mode, the indicator light in the recirculation button will flash 3 times indicating that recirculation is not allowed.

A/C Recirculation Programming

The recirculation control is programmed to cancel the recirculation mode when the ignition key is turned OFF and will reset to outside air mode when the ignition key is turned ON. The frequent use of outside air will help keep odors from building up within the air conditioner-heater housing. It is recommended thatthe recirculation mode be used as little as possible, especially in humid climates.

For hot and dry climates, or people who are allergic to pollen and find frequent use of the recirculation mode necessary, the recirculation mode can be programmed to not automatically reset to the outside mode by using the following procedures:

• Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.

• Set the mode control to “PANEL”.

• Depress and hold in the “POWER” button.

• Start the engine, and continue to hold in the

“POWER” button until the indicator light starts flashing repeatedly.

• Press the recirculation button until the indicator light remains lit.

• The selection will be stored when the ignition switch is turned OFF or if the “POWER” button is pressed.

If the recirculation indicator light is lit, the recirculation mode will not reset when the engine is started. If the recirculation indicator light is not lit, the recirculation mode will reset to the outside air mode when the engine is started. The programmed status can be changed back and forth by following the above mentioned procedure.

As additional protection against odor build-up in the air conditioner-heater housing, the recirculation control will automatically bring in a small amounts of outside air, if the recirculation feature is on for more than 10 minutes.

You can disable this feature by using one of the following procedures:

1. Pressing the recirculation button twice within

two seconds will temporarily disable this feature. When the ignition switch is turned OFF, the recirculation will be enabled the next time the ignition switch is turned ON.

2. You can disable this feature permanently by following the procedure below:

• Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.

• Set the mode control to “BI-LEVEL/FLOOR”.

• Depress and hold in the “POWER” button.

• Start the engine, and continue to hold in the

“POWER” button until the indicator light starts flashing repeatedly.

• Press the recirculation button until the indicator light remains lit.

• The selection will be stored when the ignition switch is turned OFF or if the “POWER” button is pressed.

If the recirculation indicator light is lit, the recirculation mode is enabled. If the recirculation indicator light is not lit, the recirculation mode is OFF. The programmed status can be changed back and forth by following the above mentioned procedure.

Summer Operation

The engine cooling system in air conditioned vehicles must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect against engine overheating. A 50% solution of ethylene glycol antifreeze coolant and distilled water is recommended. Re-

fer to section 7, Maintenance Procedures, of this manual for proper coolant selection.

Winter Operation

The air from the heater system will heat faster in cold weather if you use onlylow blower speeds for the first 10 minutes of vehicle operation. Use of the air Recirculation mode during winter months is not recommended because it may cause window fogging.

Vacation Storage

Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service (i.e. vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will insure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of A/C compressor damage when the system is started again.

Window Fogging

Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild rainy or humid weather. To clear the windows, use the A/C, PANEL and blower controls. Direct the panel outlets toward the side windows. Do not use the Recirculation mode without A/C for long periods as fogging may occur.

Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly removed by using the defrost mode.

Outside Air Intake

Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves collected in the air intake may reduce airflow and if they enter the plenum they could plug the water drains. In winter months make sure the air intake is clear of ice, slush and snow.

A/C Air Filter — If Equipped

The climate control system filters out dust, pollen and some odors from the air. Strong odors can not be totally filtered out. Refer to section 7 “Air Conditioning” for filter replacement instructions.

Infrared Three-Zone Automatic Temperature Control — If Equipped

The Infrared Three-Zone Automatic Temperature Control System automatically maintains the interior comfort level desired by the driver and all passenger. This is accomplished by using three infrared sensors located in the center of the instrument panel. The three infrared sensors independently measure the surface temperature of the driver and passenger. Based on the sensor input, the system automatically adjusts the air temperature, the air flow volume, and amount of outside air recirculation. This maintains a comfortable temperature even under changing conditions.

Operation of the system is quite simple. Begin by pressing the rocker switch to one of the“AUTO” positions. Dial in the temperature you would like the system to maintain by pressing the driver’s or passenger’s control button. Once the desired temperature is displayed, the system will achieve and maintain that comfort level automatically.

NOTE: It is not necessary to move the temperature

setting for cold or hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts the temperature, mode and fan speed to provide comfort as quickly as possible.

The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric by pressing the US/M button on the overhead console.

The left rocker switch can be used to control the blower fan when in the “AUTO” position. Within the “AUTO” setting on this control, you can select a “HI” volume of air from the blower or a “LO” volume. Once the system is set up for your comfort level, it is not necessary to change the setting. You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to function automatically.

Power Button

Pressing this button will turn the entire system on or off.

Manual Operation

However, this system does offer a full complement of manual override features. The “AUTO” light in the display will be turned off when the system is being used in the manual mode.

There is a manual blower range used when the “AUTO” setting is not desired. The left control knob can be set to any fixed blower speed by rotating the knob from “LO” to “HI” on the upper portion of the dial.

The operator can also override the “AUTO” mode setting and select the direction of the air by rotating the right mode control knob to one of the following positions.

Defrost

NOTE:

The front wiper defrost symbol will show in the display screen when in the Defrost or Mix mode to indicate that the electric heater below the wiper blades is on.

Mix

Floor

Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets.

Bi-Level

Air comes from both the instrument panel outlets and floor outlets.

NOTE: In many temperature positions, the bi-level

mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.

Panel

Depress the “A/C” button to turn on and off the air conditioning during manual operation only. Conditioned outside air is then directed through the outlets selected on the mode control dial.

When the outside air contains smoke, odors, high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired you may wish to recirculate interior air by pressing the recirculation button. The recirculation mode should only be used temporarily. The “A/C” and recirculate symbols will illuminate in the display when these buttons are selected. You may use these features separately or with one another. Push in on the buttons a second time to change the functions.

NOTE: If the interior of the windows begins to fog,

press the recirculation button to return to outside air. Some temp./humidity conditions will cause captured interior air to condense on windows and hamper visibility. For this reason, the system will not allow the Recirculation mode to be selected while in the Mix and Defrost modes.

To provide you with maximum comfort in the automatic mode, during cold start-ups the blower fan will remain off and “DELAY” will appear in the display until the engine warms up. Also, an estimate of the time remaining until the “DELAY” is over will appear periodically in the display. However, the fan will engage immediately if the defrost mode is selected or if you select a fixed blower speed.

This feature may be disabled using the following procedure:

• Press and hold the Heated Rear Window and Auto LO buttons for 5 seconds.

• The “DELAY” symbol will flash to indicate that the feature as been disabled.

This feature may be enabled using the following procedure:

• Press and hold the Heated Rear Window and Auto HI buttons for 5 seconds.

• The “DELAY” symbol will flash to indicate that the feature as been enabled.

Auxiliary Rear Automatic Temperature Control — If Equipped

The Auxiliary Rear Automatic Temperature Control system has floor air outlets to the rear of the right side sliding door and overhead outlets at each outboard rear seating position. The unit provides heated air through the floor outlets or cool, dehumidified air through the upper outlets.

The primary control for the Rear Automatic Temperature Control unit is on the front ATC control unit located on the instrument panel.

The center knob on the front ATC control unit has three positions, “REAR CONTROL”, “OFF”, and “AUTO”. Only when the front control switch is in the rear control position does the second seat occupant have control of the rear blower speed. The Rear Automatic Temperature Control system is located in the headliner near the center of the vehicle.

Rear Blower Control

The rear blower switch has an “OFF”, “AUTO” and a range of blower speeds.

Rear Temperature Control

To change the temperature in the rear of the vehicle, press the temperature control button down for cold and up for heated air.

Rear Mode Control

Only when this switch is in the rear control position does the second seat occupant have control of the rear mode positions.

Floor

Air comes from the floor outlets.

Bi-Level

Air comes from both the headliner outlets and the floor outlets.

NOTE: In many temperature positions, the bi-level

mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the headliner outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.

Headliner

Air comes from the outlets in the headliner. Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow of air. Moving the air vane knob on the outlets to one side will

shut off the air flow.

Auto Operation

Selecting the “AUTO” position for the rear automatic temperature unit from the front ATC unit, illuminates a “LOCK” symbol in the rear automatic temperature display. The rear temperature and air source are controlled from the front ATC unit.

Rotate the center knob on the front ATC control unit to the “REAR CONTROL” position, this illuminates an “UNLOCK” symbol in the rear automatic temperature display. Rotate the rear blower control and the rear mode control to the “AUTO” positions. Select the temperature you would like the system to maintain by pressing the Rear Temperature control button. Once the comfort level is displayed the system will maintain that level automatically.

CAUTION!

Interior air enters the Auxiliary Heater and Air Conditioning system through an intake grille located in the passenger side trim panel behind the third seat. The heater outlets are located in the passenger side trim panel just behind the sliding door. Do not block or place objects directly infrontofthe inlet grille or heater outlets. The electrical system could overload causing damage to the blower motor.

REAR WINDOW FEATURES

The controls for these features are located in the middle of the instrument panel above the radio.

Rear Wiper Switch

Press this switch to have the rear wiper have a continuous wipe. The switch position as well as an indicator light will show when the wiper is ON.

Intermittent Rear Wiper Operation

When this switch is pressed the rear wiper will operate at a fixed interval of about 8 seconds. As vehicle speed in-

creases, the time delay will shorten. The switch position as well as an indicator light will show when the wiper is ON.

Rear Washer Switch

Press andhold the switchas long as spray is desired. If the switch is depressed while the wipers are on, the wipers will operate

for a few seconds after the switch is released then resume the previously set mode of intermittent wiper or continuous wipe. If the switch is depressed when the wipers are off, the wipers will operate for two cycles, then turn off.

NOTE: The washers will stop spraying if the switch is

pressed longer than 10 seconds.

Adding Washer Fluid

The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer is shared. It is located in the front of the engine compartment on the passenger side and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water.

The washer fluid reservoir will hold 5 liters of fluid when the Low Washer Fluid Light illuminates.

Electric Rear Window Defroster And Windshield Wiper De–Icer — If Equipped

Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster, the windshield wiper de-icer and the optional heated mirrors. A

light will show that the defroster is on. The defroster automatically turns off after about 10 minutes of operation.

If your vehicle is equipped with Infrared ThreeZone Automatic Temperature Control the rear defroster symbol will show in the display screen when the rear window defroster is on.

CAUTION!

To avoid damaging the electrical conductors of the rear window defroster and the windshield wiper de-icer, do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window.

Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm water.

STARTING AND OPERATING

• STARTING PROCEDURES ................... 93

• Normal Starting—Gasoline Engines ........... 93

• Normal Starting—Diesel Engine .............. 94

• AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE ................... 94

• Brake/Transmission Interlock System .......... 94

• Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System ..... 95

• Four Speed Automatic Transaxle — If Equipped .... 95

• MANUAL TRANSAXLE ..................... 96

• Manual Transaxle 2 Recommended Shift Speeds . . . 96

• ALL- WHEEL DRIVE—IF EQUIPPED ............. 97

• PARKING BRAKE ........................ 97

• POWER STEERING ....................... 98

• BRAKE SYSTEM ......................... 98

• Anti-Lock Brake System — If Equipped ......... 99

• TRACTION CONTROL—IF EQUIPPED ........... 100

• TIRES .............................. 100

• Tire Inflation Pressures .................. 101

• Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation ....... 101

• Radial-Ply Tires ...................... 101

• Compact Spare Tire .................... 101

• Tire Chains ......................... 102

• Snow Tires ......................... 102

• Tire Rotation Recommendations ............ 102

• Alignment and Balance .................. 103

• Tread Wear Indicators ................... 103

• Replacement Tires ..................... 103

• FUEL REQUIREMENTS .................... 104

• Methanol .......................... 104

• Clean Air Gasoline ..................... 104

• Materials Added to Fuel ................. 104

• FUEL REQUIREMENT — DIESEL ENGINE ......... 104

• ADDING FUEL ......................... 105

• Fuel Tank Filler Cap (Fuel Cap) ............. 105

• Fuel Tank Capacity .................... 106

• VEHICLE LOADING ...................... 106

• TRAILER TOWING ....................... 106

• Warranty Requirements .................. 106

• Trailer Hitch Attaching Points .............. 107

• Overheating ........................ 108

STARTING PROCEDURES

CAUTION!

Long periods of engine idling, especially at high engine speeds, can cause excessive exhaust temperatures which can damage your vehicle. Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running.

WARNING!

Do not leave animals or children inside parked vehicles in hot weather; interior heat build up may cause serious injury or death.

The gear selector must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes before shifting into any driving gear.

NOTE: Manual Transmission Vehicles are equipped

with a clutch switch which prevents the engine from cranking unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed.

Normal Starting—Gasoline Engines

Normal Starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or depressing the

accelerator pedal. Turn the key to the “START” position and release when the engine starts. If the engine has not started within 3 seconds, slightly depress the accelerator pedal while continuing to crank. If the engine fails to start within 15 seconds, turn the key to the “OFF” position, wait 5 seconds, then repeat the normal starting procedure.

WARNING!

Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic transaxle cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle. If the vehicle has a discharged battery,booster cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster battery or the battery in another vehicle. This type of start can be dangerous if done improperly. See section 6 of this manual for the proper jump starting procedures and follow them carefully.

WARNING!

Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle. This could result in flash fire causing serious personal injury.

If Engine Fails to Start

If the engine fails to start after you have followed the “NORMAL STARTING” procedure, it may be flooded. Push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there while cranking the engine. This should clear any excess fuel in case the engine is flooded.

CAUTION!

To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again.

If the engine has been flooded, it may start to run, but not have enough power to continue running when the key is released. If this occurs, continue cranking with the accelerator pedal pushed all the way to the floor. Release the accelerator pedal and the key once the engine is running smoothly. Do not overspeed engine.

If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15 second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal held to the floor, the “NORMAL STARTING” procedure should be repeated.

After Starting

The idle speed is automatically controlled and will decrease as the engine warms up.

Normal Starting—Diesel Engine

1. Apply the brake, press the clutch pedal to the floor, shift the transmission to neutral and turn the ignition key to the ON position.

NOTE: Manual Transaxle Vehiclesare equipped with a

clutch switch which prevents the engine from cranking unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed.

2. Watch the pre-heat indicator light (glow plug). It will glow for 2 to 10 seconds or more, depending on engine temperature. When the pre-heat (glow plug) light goes out, the engine is ready to start.

3. Do not press the accelerator. Turn the ignition key to START and hold it in this position until the engine starts.

4. Depending on outside temperature, allow engine to warm up at idle speed for approximately 7 seconds at temperatures of +25°C, up to 17 seconds at 225°C before driving.

Starting and Operating Cautions-Diesel Engine

• Under normal conditions, do not operate the

starter for longer than 15 seconds at one time. At temperatures below 215°C, you may operate the starter for up to 30 seconds at one time. Longer periods of operation may result in starter or battery damage. If the engine does not start at once, repeat Steps 1 through 4.

• Cold engine speeds higher than necessary for

driving or higher than specified for idling may damage engine components.

• Before turning off your Diesel engine, always

allow the engine to return to normal idle speed and then run for several seconds. This assures proper lubrication of the turbocharger. This is particularly necessary after periods of high speed driving.

AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE

CAUTION!

Damage to the transaxle may occur if the following precautions are not observed:

• Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop.

• Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine is at idle speed.

• Do not shift from REVERSE, PARK, or NEUTRAL into any forward gear when the engine is above idle speed.

• Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot is firmly on the brake pedal.

Brake/Transmission Interlock System

This system prevents you from moving the gear shift out of PARK and into any gear unless the brake pedal is pressed. This system is active only while the ignition switch is in the ON position.

Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System

This system prevents the key from being removed unless the shift lever is in PARK. It also prevents shifting out of PARK unless the key is in the OFF or ON positions.

NOTE: If a malfunctionoccurs,the system will trap the

key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inoperable. The engine can be started and stopped but the key cannot be removed until you obtain service.

Four Speed Automatic Transaxle — If Equipped

The electronically controlled transaxle provides a precise shift schedule. The transaxle electronics are self-calibrating;therefore, the first few shifts on a new vehicle, may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few hundred kilometers.

Reset Mode - Electronic Transaxle

The transaxle is monitored electronically for abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could cause damage, the transaxle automatically shifts into second gear. The transaxle remains in second gear despite the forward gear selected. PARK (P), REVERSE (R), and NEUTRAL (N) will

continue to operate. This Reset feature allows the vehicle to be driven to a dealer for service without damaging the transaxle.

In the event that the problem has been momentary, the transaxle can be reset to regain all forward gears.

• Stop the vehicle and shift into PARK (P).

• Turn the key to OFF then restart the engine.

• Shift into the desired range and resume driving.

NOTE: Even if the transaxle can be reset, it is recom-

mended that you visit a dealer at your earliest possible convenience. Your dealer has diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could recur.

If the transaxle cannot be reset, dealer service is required.

Gear Ranges

DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL positions into another gear range.

“P” Park

•

Supplements the parking brake by locking the transaxle. The engine can be started in this range. Never attempt to use PARK whilevehicle is in motion.

Apply parking brake when leaving vehicle in this range.

WARNING!

Never use PARK position on an automatic transmission as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage.

•

“R” Reverse

Shift into this range only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop.

•

“N” Neutral

Engine may be started in this range.

•

“D” Overdrive

For most city and highway driving, it provides smoothest upshifts and downshifts and best fuel economy. When frequent transaxle shifting occurs while using the “D” Overdrive position, such as when operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions, (i.e. in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds or while towing heavy trailers), using

the “3” position will improve performance and extend transaxle life by reducing excessive shifting and heat build-up.

•

“3” Drive

This range eliminates shifts into Overdrive. The transaxle will operate normally in First, Second and Third while in this range. The “3” position should also be used when descending steep grades to prevent brake system distress.

NOTE: Using the “3” range while operating the vehicle

under heavy operating conditions will improve performance and extend transaxle life by reducing excessive shifting and heat build up.

•

“L” Low

This range should be used for engine braking when descending steep grades. In this range, upshifts will occur only to prevent engine overspeed while downshifts occur earlier than other gear range selections.

NOTE: The vehicle computer will over ride Overdrive

and “3” Drive ranges changing shift points if the transaxle operating temperature exceeds acceptable limits. This is done to prevent transaxle damage due to overheating.

MANUAL TRANSAXLE

NOTE: The parking brake should be engaged before

leaving the vehicle, especially on an incline. Fully depress the clutch pedal before you shift

gears. As you release the clutch pedal, lightly depress the accelerator pedal.

Be sure the transaxle is in FIRST gear (not THIRD) when starting from a standing position. Damage to the clutch can result from starting in THIRD.

For most city driving, you will find it easier to use only the lower gears. For steady highway driving with light throttle accelerations, 5th gear is recommended. To shift into 5th gear, move the shift lever to the right beyond the spring pressure point and push it forward. When shifting from 5th to 4th gear, pull the lever down toward you in one motion.

Do not pull the lever sharply left as you may shift accidentally into 2nd gear and damage the transaxle.

Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal, or attempt to hold the vehicle on a hill with

the clutch pedal partially engaged, as this will cause abnormal wear on the clutch.

Never shift into REVERSE until the vehicle has come to a complete stop.

NOTE: During cold weather, until the transaxle lubri-

cant has warmed, you may have difficulty shifting. This is normal and not harmful to the transaxle.

Manual Transaxle 2 Recommended Shift Speeds

Recommended Vehicle Shift Speeds

Gear 1 - 2 2 - 3 3 - 4 4 - 5

2.4L Gasoline

2.5L Diesel

Higher upshift speeds may be used to obtain a desired acceleration rate.

Downshifting — Proper downshifting will improve fuel economy and prolong brake life.

If you downshift at too high a vehicle speed, the engine will overspeed and could be damaged. It is recommended to avoid over-revving that downshifts are done sequentially.

25 km/h

(15

mph)

20 km/h

(13

mph)

45 km/h

(27

mph)

35 km/h

(22

mph)

65 km/h

(40

mph)

55 km/h

(33

mph)

85 km/h

(52

mph)

70 km/h

(42

mph

To maintain a safe speed and prolong brake life, shift down to 2nd or 1st when descending a steep grade.

When turning a corner, or driving up a steep grade, shift down early so that the engine will not be overburdened.

NOTE: When driving in a downshifted gear, avoid very

high engine speeds for more than 3–5 minutes to prevent engine oil overheat and engine damage.

ALL- WHEEL DRIVE—IF EQUIPPED

This feature provides full time, on-demand, All

-Wheel Drive (AWD). The system is automatic with no driver inputs or additional driving skills required. Under normal driving conditions, the front wheels provide most of the traction. If the front wheels begin to lose traction, power is shifted automatically to the rear wheels. The greater the front wheel traction loss, the greater the power transfer to the rear wheels. The All-Wheel Drive system is for ON ROAD use only.

CAUTION!

All wheels must have the same size and type tires. Unequal tire sizes must not be used. Unequal tire size may cause failure of the power transfer unit and/or the viscous coupling.

PARKING BRAKE

When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch on, the brake light in the instrument cluster will turn on.

NOTE: This light only shows that the parking brake is

applied. It does not show the degree of brake application.

Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully applied by firmly depressing the parking brake pedal and place the gear selector in the Park position (automatic transaxle). To release the parking brake, on vehicles equipped with an automatic transaxle, pull out on the brake release handle located just above the parking brake pedal.

Automatic Transaxle

When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking brake before placing the automatic transmission gear selector in Park, otherwise the load on the transaxle locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the selector out of park.

On vehicles with manual transaxles make sure the parking brake is fully applied before leaving the vehicle by pulling the parking brake lever, located between the front seats, firmly upward. To release the parking brake, depress the button on the end of the parking brake lever and push the lever fully down toward the floor.

Manual Transaxle

The parking brake should always be applied when the vehicle is left unattended by the driver. As an added precaution, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on a uphill grade.

WARNING!

Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before driving: failure to do so can lead to brake failure, and an accident.

POWER STEERING

The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical steering capability if power assist is lost.

If for some reason, the power assist is interrupted, it will still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these conditions you will observe a substantial increase in steering effort, especially at very low vehicle speeds and during parking maneuvers.

WARNING!

Continued operation with reduced power steering assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others. Service should be obtained as soon as possible.

BRAKE SYSTEM

In the event power assist is lost for any reason (for example, repeated brake applications with the engine off), the brakes will still function. The effort required to brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required with the power system operating.

Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic brake systems. If either of the two hydraulic systems lose normal capability, the remaining system will still function. There will be some

loss of overall braking effectiveness. This may be evident by increased pedal travel during application, greater pedal force required to slow or stop, and potential activation of the Brake Warning Lamp.

Anti-Lock Brake System — If Equipped

The Anti-Lock Brake System provides increased vehicle stability and brake performance under most braking conditions. The system automatically 9pumps9 the brakes during severe braking conditions to prevent wheel lock-up.

WARNING!

Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish their effectiveness and may lead to an accident. Pumping makes the stopping distance longer. Just press firmly on your brake pedal when you need to slow down or stop.

The ABS light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System. The light will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on for as

long as four seconds.

If the ABS light remains on or comes on while driving, it indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and that service is required. However, the conventional brake system will continue to operate normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on.

If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti-Lock brakes. If the ABS light does not come on when the Ignition switch is turned to the ON position, have the light inspected by an authorized dealer.

If both the Brake Warning Light and the ABS Light remain on, the Anti-Lock brakes (ABS) and Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) systems are not functioning. Immediate repair to the ABS system is required.

When the vehicle is driven over 11 km/h (7 mph), you may also hear a slight clicking sound as well as some related motor noises. These noises are the system performing its self check cycle to ensure that the ABS system is working properly. This self check occurs each time the vehicle is started and accelerated past 11 km/h (7 mph).

ABS is activated during braking under certain road or stopping conditions. ABS-inducing conditions can include ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad tracks, loose debris, or panic stops.

You also may experience the following when the brake system goes into Anti-lock:

• The ABS motor running (it may continue to run

for a short time after the stop),

• the clicking sound of solenoid valves,

• brake pedal pulsations,

• and a slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal

at the end of the stop.

These are all normal characteristics of ABS.

WARNING!

The Anti-Lock Brake System contains sophisticated electronic equipment that may be susceptible to interference caused by improperly installed or high output radio transmitting equipment. This interference can cause possible loss of anti-lock braking capability. Installation of such equipment should be performed by qualified professionals.

All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and type and tires must be properly inflated to produce accurate signals for the Anti-Lock Brake Controller.

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