FORD Windstar 2001 User Manual

Before driving Introduction 2

Instrumentation 6 Controls and features 27 Seating and safety restraints 119 Starting and driving

Starting 163 Driving 167 Roadside emergencies 185 Servicing

Maintenance and care 208 Capacities and specifications 257 Customer assistance 264 Reporting safety defects 277

Index 278

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Introduction

The following warning may be required by California law:

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and

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

ICONS

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

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

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

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

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

Introduction

WARNINGS

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

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE

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

INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE

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

EMISSION WARRANTY

The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper to Bumper Coverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage. In addition, your vehicle is eligible for Emissions Defect and Emissions Performance Warranties. For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered, refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide.

Introduction

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

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Safety Alert

Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front

Air Bag-Side Child Seat

Child Seat Installation Warning

Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System

Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based

Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher

Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment

Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe

See Owner’s Guide

Child Seat Tether Anchorage

Traction Control

Windshield Defrost/Demist

Power Windows Front/Rear

Rear Window Defrost/Demist

Power Window Lockout

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

MAX

MIN

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Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock

Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol

Panic Alarm Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

Engine Coolant Temperature

Do Not Open When Hot Battery

Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks

Battery Acid

Explosive Gas Fan Warning

Power Steering Fluid

Maintain Correct Fluid Level

Emission System Engine Air Filter

Passenger Compartment Air Filter

Jack

Check fuel cap

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Instrument cluster

Turn signal control

(pg. 82)

Wiper/washer

control

(pg. 82)

(pg. 8)

Gearshift (includes O/D

OFF control)

(pg. 174)

Driver air bag

(pg. 144)

Instrument panel

Headlamp

control

(pg. 27)

dimmer control

(pg. 28)

Advanced tire

warning control

(pg. 231)

Traction control*

(pg. 169)

Speed control

(pg. 79)

Message center controls*

(pg. 17)

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Reverse sensing system*

(pg. 75)

Audio system

(pg. 39)

Power adjustable pedals*

(pg. 78)

Climate control system

(pg. 29)

* if equipped

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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

O/D OFF

TEMP

120

100

160

km/h

120

200

MPH

BRAKE

TRAC

ACTIVE

RPMX1000

THEFT

FUEL

TRAC

OFF

Some Warning Lights will show in the cluster equipped with a Message Center as words.

Low fuel

Illuminates as an early reminder of a low fuel condition indicated on the fuel gauge (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter for more information). When refueling, after the light comes on, the amount of fuel that is added will be less than the advertised capacity since there is fuel still in the tank. The ignition must be in the ON position for this lamp to illuminate. The lamp will also illuminate for several seconds after the ignition is turned to the ON position regardless of the fuel level to ensure your bulb is working.

Charging system

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

Traction ControlY active (if equipped)

Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position. It also illuminates when the Traction

TRAC

ACTIVE

Controly system begins applying and releasing the brakes and adjusting the engine characteristics to limit a

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wheelspin condition. It will be lit for a minimum of four seconds or for the duration of the Traction Controly event.

For more information, refer to the Driving chapter.

Traction ControlY off light (if equipped)

Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON position and illuminates when the Traction Controly system has been disabled (by the driver or as a result of a system failure). For more information, refer to the Driving chapter.

Safety belt

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

Anti-theft system

Refer to SecuriLocky passive anti-theft system in the Controls and features chapter.

TRAC

OFF

THEFT

Turn signal

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

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Anti-lock brake system (ABS)

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

Air bag readiness

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

High beams

Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.

Engine oil pressure

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

ABS

Brake system warning

Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to ensure the circuit is functional. Also illuminates if the parking brake is engaged. If the brake warning lamp does not illuminate at these times, or remains on after releasing the parking brake, seek service immediately.

BRAKE

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One of the following conditions may exist:

• low brake fluid level in the reservoir.

• Brake force distribution system failure. The ABS light will also

illuminate if this condition is present.

O/D off

Illuminates when the Transmission Control Switch (TCS), refer to

Overdrive control in the Controls and Features chapter, has been

pushed turning the transmission overdrive function OFF. When the light is on, the transmission does not operate in the overdrive mode, refer to the Driving chapter for transmission function and operation.

The light may also flash steadily if a transmission malfunction is detected. If the light does not come on when the Transmission Control Switch is depressed or if the light flashes steadily, have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, damage to the transmission could occur.

Check engine

Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’s emission control system. This system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD II). This OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards. The OBD II system also assists the service technician in properly servicing your vehicle.

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

What you should do if the check engine light illuminates

Light turns on solid:

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

O/D

OFF

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

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

2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.

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

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

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

Light is blinking:

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

Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures

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

Check fuel cap

Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to ensure your bulb is working. When this light turns on, check the fuel filler cap. Continuing to operate the vehicle with the check fuel cap light on, can activate the Service Engine Soon/Check Engine warning light. When the fuel filler cap is properly re-installed, the light(s) will turn off after a period of normal driving. This period will vary depending on driving conditions.

CHECK

FUEL

CAP

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It may take a long period of time for the system to detect an improperly installed fuel filler cap.

For more information, refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and care chapter.

Door ajar

Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON position and any door is open. It may also momentarily illuminate after the engine is started and all doors are closed.

Bulb Warning

Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON position and one of the exterior bulbs has burned out.

Low washer fluid

Illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and when the windshield washer fluid is low.

Low tire warning

Illuminates for approximately three seconds when the ignition is turned to the ON position to indicate the low tire warning system is enabled. If the light remains on while driving, the tire pressures should be checked. Refer to Low tire warning in the Maintenance and care chapter.

Safety belt warning chime

Sounds to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For information on the safety belt warning chime, refer to the Seating

and safety restraints chapter.

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Belt minder chime

Sounds intermittently to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For information on the safety belt minder chime, refer to the Seating

and safety restraints chapter.

Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chime

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

Key-in-ignition warning chime

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

Headlamps on warning chime

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

Turn signal chime

Sounds when the turn signal lever has been activated to signal a turn and not turned off after the vehicle is driven more than 0.8 km (1/2 mile).

GAUGES

O/D OFF

TEMP

120

100

160

km/h

120

200

MPH

BRAKE

TRAC

ACTIVE

RPMX1000

THEFT

FUEL

TRAC

OFF

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Fuel gauge

Displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank (when the key is in the ON position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or after refueling. The ignition should be in

the OFF position while the vehicle is being refueled. When the gauge first indicates empty, there is a small amount of reserve fuel in the tank. When refueling the vehicle from an empty indication, the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel.

Tachometer

Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute.

Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine.

FUEL

RPMX1000

Speedometer

Indicates the current vehicle speed.

MPH

120

100

160

km/h

200

120

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Engine coolant temperature gauge

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

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is

running or hot.

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

Odometer

Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle.

TEMP

Trip odometer

Registers up to 1 600 kilometers (1 000 miles) of individual journeys. To display, depress the control. To reset, depress and hold the control for 2 seconds. To set back to odometer, depress the control again.

trip mi

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MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)

With the ignition in the ON position, the message center, located on your instrument cluster, displays important vehicle information through a constant monitor of vehicle systems. You may select display features on the message center for a display of status preceded by a brief indicator chime. The system will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of system warnings followed by a long indicator chime.

Selectable features

Info menu

This control displays the following control displays:

• Compass/Outside Temperature

• Distance to Empty

• Average Fuel Economy

• Trip Elapsed Drive Time

• Display On/Off

Setup menu

Press this control for the following displays:

• Language

• Units (English/Metric)

• System Check

• Single/Dual Display Mode

Reset

Press this control to select and reset functions shown in the INFO menu and SETUP menu.

Language

1. Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current language to be displayed.

km/h

200

120

INFO

SETUP

RESET

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2. Pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each of the language choices.

3. Press and hold the RESET control to set the language choice.

Units (English/Metric)

1. Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current units to be displayed.

2. Press the RESET control to change from English to Metric.

System check

Selecting this function from the SETUP menu causes the message center to cycle through each of the systems being monitored. For each of the monitored systems, the message center will indicate either an OK message or a warning message for three seconds.

Pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each of the systems being monitored.

The sequence of the system check report is as follows:

1. oil life in XX%

2. charging system

3. washer fluid level

4. brake fluid level

5. doors closed (driver and passenger side). This message can only be reset by closing the door(s). If the RESET control is pressed, PLEASE CLOSE DOOR will be displayed.

6. rear liftgate status

7. exterior lamps (headlamps, front turn, brake, tail and cornering/side repeater lamp status)

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8. Traction Controly or AdvanceTracy (if equipped)

9. fuel level

10. distance to empty

Single/Dual Display Mode

1. Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current display mode.

2. Press the RESET control to change from the Single to the Dual display.

System warnings

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

In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center will cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for 4 seconds.

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

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

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

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

completed.

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

Driver’s door ajar Warning cannot Passenger door ajar Driver rear door ajar Passenger rear door ajar Check charging system Warning returns Transmission overheated Check transmission Low fuel level

be reset

after 10 minutes

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Liftgate ajar Warning returns Low brake fluid level Check tail lamps Check headlamps Check rear turn lamps Check front turn lamps Check cornering/side repeater lamps (if equipped) Change oil soon Oil change required Check traction control (if equipped) Check advancetrac (if equipped) Low washer fluid Check turn signal on reminder

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

PASSENGER DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the passenger side door is not completely closed.

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

PASSENGER REAR DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the passenger side rear door is not completely closed.

LIFTGATE AJAR. Displayed when the liftgate is not completely closed. CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM. Displayed when the electrical system is

not maintaining proper voltage. If you are operating electrical accessories when the engine is idling at a low speed, turn off as many of the electrical loads as soon as possible. If the warning stays on or comes on when the engine is operating at normal speeds, have the electrical system checked as soon as possible.

LOW FUEL LEVEL. Displayed as an early reminder of a low fuel condition.

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

TRANSMISSION OVERHEATED. Indicates the transmission is overheating. This warning may appear when towing heavy loads or when

after the ignition key is turned from OFF to ON

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

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

CHECK HEADLAMPS. Displayed when the headlamps are activated and at least one is burned out. Check the lamps as soon as possible and have the burned out lamp replaced. Refer to Replacing headlamp bulbs in the Maintenance and care chapter.

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

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

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

CHECK SIDE REPEATER LAMPS (if equipped). Displayed when the turn signals are activated and at least one is burned out. Check the lamps as soon as possible and have the burned out lamp replaced.

TURN SIGNAL ON REMINDER. Displayed when the turn signal is activated and the vehicle is driven more that 0.8 km (1/2 mile).

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

CHECK TRACTION CONTROL (if equipped). Displayed when the Traction Controly system is not operating properly. If this warning stays on, contact your dealer for service as soon as possible. For further information, refer to Traction controly in the Driving chapter.

CHECK ADVANCETRAC (if equipped). Displayed when the AdvanceTracy system is not operating properly. If this message is displayed on the message center the AdvanceTracy system might be

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partially operable. If this warning stays on while the engine is running, contact your dealer for service as soon as possible. For further information, refer to AdvanceTracy stability enhancement system in the Driving chapter.

CHANGE OIL SOON/OIL CHANGE REQUIRED. Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is 5 percent or less. When oil life left is between 5% and 0%, the CHANGE OIL SOON message will be displayed. When oil life left reaches 0%, the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message will be displayed.

An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS.

To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change [approximately 8 000 km (5 000 miles) or 180 days] perform the following:

1. Press the SETUP control to access the System Check function.

2. Press and release the RESET control to display “OIL LIFE XX% HOLD RESET NEW’’.

3. Press and hold the RESET control for 2 seconds to display “IF NEW OIL HOLD RESET’’.

4. Press and hold the RESET control to display OIL LIFE SET TO 100%. Your oil life is now reset.

To reset the oil monitoring system to your personalized oil life %:

1. Press the SETUP control to access the System Check function.

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2. Press and release the RESET control to display “OIL LIFE XX% HOLD RESET NEW’’.

3. Press and hold the RESET control for 2 seconds to display “IF NEW OIL HOLD RESET’’.

4. Release the RESET control momentarily, then press RESET and SETUP controls at the same time to activate a service mode which will display OIL LIFE XX% RESET TO ALTER.

5. Press RESET until you find your personalized OIL LIFE XX%.

6. With your personalized OIL LIFE XX% displayed, press SETUP to continue the system check.

DATA ERR. These messages indicate improper operation of the vehicle network communication between electronic modules.

• Fuel Computer

• Oil life

• Charging system

• Door sensor

• Liftgate sensor

• Exterior lamps

• Traction control

• Washer fluid

• Brake Fluid

• Compass

• Outside temperature

Contact your dealer as soon as possible if these messages occur on a regular basis.

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Compass display (if equipped)

The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy.

Usually, when something affects the compass readings, the compass will correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal conditions. If the compass still appears to be inaccurate, a manual calibration may be necessary. Refer to Compass zone/calibration

adjustment.

Most geographic areas (zones) have a magnetic north compass point that varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps. This variation is four degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the vehicle crosses multiple zones. A correct zone setting will eliminate this error. Refer to Compass zone/calibration adjustment.

Compass zone/calibration adjustment

Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines.

For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut.

1. Turn ignition to the ON position.

2. Start the engine.

3. Determine your magnetic zone by referring to the zone map.

4. From Info menu, select the Compass/Outside Temperature function.

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5. Press and hold the RESET control until the message center display changes to show the current zone setting.

6. Release the reset control, then slowly press down again.

7. Press the SETUP control repeatedly until the correct zone setting for your geographic location is displayed on the message center. To exit the zone setting mode press and release the RESET control.

8. Press the RESET control to start the compass calibration function.

9. Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle (less than 5 km/h [3 mph]) until the CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE indicator changes to CALIBRATION COMPLETED. This will take up to three circles to complete calibration.

10. The compass is now calibrated.

FUEL ECON AVG

Select this function from the INFO menu to display your average fuel economy in liters/100 km or miles/gallon.

If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled (miles traveled by gallons used), your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons:

• your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up

• differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at

service stations

• variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another

• rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0.1 liter (gallon)

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1. Drive the vehicle at least 8 km (5 miles) with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average.

2. Record the highway fuel economy for future reference. It is important to press the RESET control after setting the speed

control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings.

DIST TO EMPTY (DTE)

Selecting this function from the INFO menu will give you an estimate of how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions. Remember to turn the ignition OFF when refueling your vehicle. Otherwise, the display will not show the addition of fuel for a few kilometers (miles).

The DTE function will display LOW FUEL LEVEL and sound a tone for 1 second when you have low fuel level indicated on the fuel gauge.

TRIP ELAPSED DRIVE TIME

Select this function from the INFO menu to display your trip elapsed drive time and will display and accumulate when the key is in the RUN position.

1. Press the INFO control until the message center display shows the TRIP ELAPSED TIME XXXX.

2. Hold the RESET control down for two seconds to clear display.

DISPLAY ON/OFF

Select this function from the INFO menu to turn your message center display OFF or ON.

Controls and features

HEADLAMP CONTROL

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

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)

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

• the key must be in the ON position,

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

Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during

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

High beams

Push forward to activate. Pull toward you to deactivate.

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Flash to pass

Pull toward you to activate and release to deactivate.

Battery saver

The battery saver will shut off the exterior lamps 10 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned off and the headlamp control is in the HEADLAMP position. The system will not turn off the parking lamps if the headlamp control is in the PARK position. For interior lights, refer to Illuminated entry in this chapter.

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL

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

• Rotate control to full up position to turn on all interior lights.

• Rotate control to next position (adjustment dial) and move up and down to adjust the instrument panel lights.

• Rotate to the first or second lower detent position to turn on the instrument panel lights to full brightness.

This control also has other features that are activated when any door is

opened:

• Rotate to full up position or next position (adjustment dial) to turn on all interior lights.

Rotate to first lower detent position to activate “sleeping baby mode” —

•

dome lamps will remain off and only the lower lamps will illuminate.

• The second lower detent position (full down) will shut off all interior lights.

The dome lamp will not illuminate if the control switch is in the OFF position.

Controls and features

AUTOLAMP CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

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

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

• To turn autolamps on, rotate the control counterclockwise.

• To turn autolamps off, rotate the control clockwise to OFF.

CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Manual heating system (if equipped)

AUTO

Fan speed control

Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.

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Temperature control

Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle.

Mode selector control

Controls the direction of the airflow to the inside of the vehicle.

•

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

•

• (Floor) — Allows for maximum heating by distributing outside

• (Floor and defrost) — Distributes outside air through the

• (Defrost) — Distributes outside air through the windshield

(Panel) — Distributes outside air through the instrument panel

registers.

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

(Panel and floor) — Distributes outside air through the

instrument panel registers and the floor ducts.

air through the floor ducts.

windshield defroster ducts and the floor ducts.

defroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield.

Operating tips

• In humid weather conditions, place the climate control system in before driving. This will reduce fogging on your windshield. Once the windshield has been cleared, select the desired position.

• To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle in cold weather conditions, do not drive with the climate control system in the OFF position.

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Contents

Introduction

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Controls and features