Lincoln Continental 2000 Owner's Manual

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Contents

Before driving

Introduction 2

Instrumentation 6

Controls and features 22

Seating and safety restraints 91

Starting and driving

Starting 119

Driving 124

Roadside emergencies 140

Servicing

Maintenance and care 156

Capacities and specifications 203

Customer assistance 209

Reporting safety defects 221

Index 222

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Introduction

ICONS

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

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

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

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

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

Introduction

WARNINGS

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

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE

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

INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE

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

Introduction

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

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Safety Alert

Fasten Safety Belt Airbag-Front

Airbag-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 Contol

Windshield Defrost/Demist

Power Windows Front/Rear

Rear Window Defrost/Demist

Power Window Lockout

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Introduction

Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock

Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol

Panic Alarm Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

Engine Coolant Temperature

Do Not Open When Hot Battery

Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks

Battery Acid

Explosive Gas Fan Warning

Power Steering Fluid

Maintain Correct Fluid Level

Emission System Engine Air Filter

Passenger Compartment

Jack

Air Filter

MAX

MIN

Instrumentation

Headlamp

control

(pg. 22)

0FF

LIGHTS

AUTO LAMP

Turn signal

and wiper/

washer control

(pg. 47)

BRAKE

HI LO

OFF

RESUM

SET ACCEL

COAST

OFF

Instrument cluster

(pg. 8)

TURN ON

LAMPS

T/C OFF

HEAD

FILL ON RIGHT

AIR

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BAG

SERVICE

ENGINE

SOON

ABS

+–

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MODE

TEMP FAN

VOL

Auto lamp

(pg. 23)

Instrument panel

dimmer switch

(pg. 23)

Speed control

(pg. 49)

Driver air bag

(pg. 103)

Electronic sound

system control

(pg. 48)

SYSTEM

DRIVER ID

SELECT

VEHICLE HANDLING

TRIP

DISPLAY

RESET

DTE ECON

VOL PUSH ON

TAPE

SEEK

MUTE

REW

AUTO

EXT

OFF

Message Center

TUNE

SIDE 1 2

MAX A/C

(pg. 14)

BASS

TREB

BAL

SEL

FADE

RDS

SCAN AUTO

COMP

FRONT

REAR

SHUFF

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Clock

(pg. 30)

Electronic sound system

(pg. 30)

BACK

OFF OFF

BACK

BOTH BOTH

Heated seat control

Climate control

(pg. 93)

(pg. 48)

Climate control system

(pg. 24)

Instrumentation

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

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SERVICE

ENGINE

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AIR

BAG

TURN ON

HEAD

LAMPS

T/C OFF

ABS

RPMx1000

Service engine soon

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

SERVICE

ENGINE

SOON

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

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

What you should do if the Service Engine Soon light illuminates

Light turns on solid:

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

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

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

2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.

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

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

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

Light is blinking:

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

Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior

floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.

Air bag readiness

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

AIR

BAG

Safety belt

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

Brake system warning

Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position. Also illuminates if the parking brake is engaged. If the brake warning lamp does not

BRAKE

Instrumentation

illuminate at these times, seek service immediately. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately.

Anti-lock brake system (ABS)

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

Turn signal

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

High beams

Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.

ABS

Turn on headlamps (if equipped)

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

• the daytime running lamps are on

(if equipped)

• the autolamps are off

• the autolamp sensor determines it is night time

TURN ON

HEAD

LAMPS

Instrumentation

Charging system

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

Engine oil pressure

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

Traction Control姟 off light

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

T/ C OFF

Safety belt warning chime

Sounds to remind you to fasten your safety belts.

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

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.

Instrumentation

Headlamps on warning chime

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

GAUGES

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SERVICE

ENGINE

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TURN ON

HEAD

LAMPS

T/C OFF

AIR

BAG

ABS

RPMx1000

Fuel gauge

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

key is in the ON position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion. 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

FILL ON RIGHT

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.

Speedometer

Indicates the current vehicle speed.

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km/h

MPH

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Instrumentation

Odometer

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

Tachometer

Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute.

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

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.

AIR

BAG

ABS

RPMx1000

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.

Instrumentation

ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER

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

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

• operator selectable features

• continuous warning reporting of

monitored systems

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

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

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

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

SYSTEM

E/M

VEHICLE HANDLING

TRIP

RESET

DISPLAY

DTE ECON

DRIVER ID

SELECT

Basic operation of Memory Profile System

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

Instrumentation

• Pressing the unlock control on

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

• Entering either the Personality 1

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

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

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

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

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

• Using the switch on the back of

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

• Entering the vehicle without

identifying themselves using the two methods listed above.

• Turning the DRIVER ID (if equipped in the message center) OFF to

allow for temporary setting changes.

MEMORY 1 RECALL

MEMORY1 RECALL

OFF

Instrumentation

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

Operator selectable features

System check

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

The sequence of the system check report is:

• voltage level

• engine tem

• oil level

• coolant level

• washer fluid

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

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

• trunk closed

• exterior lamps (front turn, brake and tail)

• fuel level

• distance to empty

• traction control

• ride control

System warnings

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

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

SYSTEM

RESET

Instrumentation

Door Ajar Cannot be reset Driver’s Door Ajar Check Engine Temp Warning returns after 10 minutes Transmission Overheat Check Transmission Low Oil Level Check Charging System Low Fuel Level Low Engine Coolant Low Tire Pressure (if equipped) Gear Display Data ERR Warning reappears after key is Brake Lamp Out Check Traction Control Check Ride Control Trunk Ajar Check Steering Assist Low Washer Fluid Air Leveling Disabled Tail Lamp Out Check FRT Turn Lamps Turn on Headlamps

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.

E/M (if equipped)

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

turned from OFF to ON

E/M

Instrumentation

DRIVER ID (if equipped)

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

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

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

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

switch).

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

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

using the remote transmitter).

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

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

using reverse).

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

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

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

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

DRIVER ID

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SELECT

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

VEHICLE HANDLING

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

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

Press the SELECT control to change settings.

TRIP

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

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

VEHICLE HANDLING

SELECT

TRIP

RESET

DISPLAY

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

RESET

Press this control to reset:

• warnings

• average fuel economy

• trip odometers

The other selectable features are unaffected by pressing RESET.

DISPLAY

RESET

Instrumentation

DTE/ECON

• Press the DTE/ECON control

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

• Press the DTE/ECON control a second time to display the average fuel

economy in liters/100 kilometers or miles/gallon, based on distance traveled and rate of fuel used information.

• To reset this feature, press the

RESET control while average fuel economy is displayed (while you are driving).

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

• 40 km (25 miles)

• 16 km (10 miles)

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

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

Checking your highway fuel economy using the electronic message center display

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

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

DTE ECON

RESET

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

2. Press the Distance to Empty (DTE) Economy (ECON) control until “Average Miles per Gallon” is displayed.

3. Press the RESET control to clear the DTE/ECON system memory.

• Actual highway fuel economy is

now displayed. This current average measure will change as the

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

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

DTE ECON

RESET

Controls and features

HEADLAMP CONTROL

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

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

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

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)

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

• the ignition must be in the ON position and

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

Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during

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

0FF

High beams

Push forward to activate.

Pull toward you to deactivate.

HI LO

OFF

Controls and features

Flash to pass

Pull toward you to activate and release to deactivate.

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL

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

• Push up to brighten.

• Push down to dim.

MAX

OFF

AUTOLAMP CONTROL

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

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

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

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

HI LO

OFF

PANEL

DIM

AUTO

LAMP

MAX

OFF

Controls and features

CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM

Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) system

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

Turning the EATC on

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

Turning the EATC off

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

EXT OFF AUTO

AUTO

MAX

MAX A/C

A/C

FRONT

REAR

FRONT

REAR

EXT OFF AUTO

MAX

A/C

Automatic operation

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

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

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

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

Controls and features

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

Temperature selection

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

) if automatic fan speed

AUTO

is not desired.

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

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

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

Temperature conversion

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

EXT OFF AUTO

MAX A/C

EXT

FRONT

REAR

FRONT

REAR

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

Controls and features

Fan speed ( )

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

EXT OFF AUTO

MAX

A/C

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

The display will show graph to indicate manual fan

and a bar

operation and relative speed.

AUTO

To return to automatic fan operation, press AUTO.

Manual override controls

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

EXT OFF AUTO

AUTO

MAX A/C

FRONT

REAR

The air conditioning compressor will operate in all modes except and . It will also operate only when required when AUTO has been selected. However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or higher.

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

Under normal conditions, your vehicle’s climate control system should be left in any position other than MAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to “breathe” through the outside air inlet duct. Prior to turning off the ignition in snowy or dirty conditions, ensure that the climate control system is turned off.

Controls and features

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

-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers.

•

However, the air cannot be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode.

•

• FRONT

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

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

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

-Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. The air will be heated or cooled based on the temperature selection. For added customer comfort, the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the windshield defroster ducts. If the temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging.

-Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. If the outside air temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging.

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

Controls and features

Displaying outside temperature

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

EXT OFF AUTO

MAX

A/C

If the selected temperature is changed while the outside temperature is displayed, the new temperature will be displayed for four seconds after it is changed, then the outside temperature will return to the window.

If a manual override function is selected while the outside temperature is displayed, the new function will be displayed for four seconds after it is changed, then the outside temperature will return to the window along with the override selection.

The outside temperature reading is most accurate when the vehicle is moving. Higher readings may be obtained when the vehicle is not moving. The readings that you get may not agree with temperatures given on the radio due to differences in vehicle and station locations.

Operating tips

• In humid weather, select the FRONT

control before driving. This will reduce fogging on your windshield. After a few minutes, select any desired position.

• To prevent humidity buildup inside the vehicle, don’t drive with the climate control system in the OFF position.

• Don’t put objects under the front seat that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats.

• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area (at the bottom of the windshield).

Controls and features

• If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during hot weather, the air conditioner will do a much faster job of cooling if you drive for two or three minutes with the windows open. This will force most of the hot, stale air out of the vehicle. Then operate the air conditioner as you would normally.

• If the air conditioner works well in MAX A/C but not in normal A/C, this may indicate that the cabin air filter (if equipped) needs to be replaced.

• When placing objects on top of your instrument panel, be careful to not place them over the defroster outlets. These objects can block airflow and reduce your ability to see through your windshield. Also, avoid placing small objects on top of your instrument panel. These objects can fall down into the defroster outlets and block airflow and possibly damage your climate control system.

Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel, as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER

The rear defroster control is located on the instrument panel.

Press the rear defroster control to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog.

• A small LED will illuminate when the rear defroster is activated.

FRONT

REAR

The ignition must be in the ON position to operate the rear window defroster.

The defroster turns off automatically after 10 minutes or when the ignition is turned to the OFF position. To manually turn off the defroster before 10 minutes have passed, push the control again.

Controls and features

CLOCK

Press to increase the time displayed.

Press to decrease the time displayed.

USING YOUR AUDIO SYSTEM

Your audio system is equipped with selective lighting, a unique lighting strategy. This lighting feature is operable when the headlamps are illuminated. During the operation of any selected mode, lighting for the individual function controls will either illuminate or turn off. Those controls which have a function for the specific mode of operation selected will be lit, while the controls which have no function for that mode will be turned off.

Controls and features

High Level Audio System with AM/FM Stereo/Cassette (Radio Controlled CD Changer Compatible)

BASS

VOL PUSH ON

MUTE

TAPE

REW

DOLBY B NR

SEEK

TUNE

SIDE 1-2

COMP

TREB

RDS

SCAN AUTO

Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Alpine Audio System (Radio Controlled CD Changer Compatible)

BASS

VOL PUSH ON

MUTE

TAPE EJ RDS

SEEK

TUNE

TREB

BAL

SEL

FADE

SHUFF

SEL

DSP

SCAN AUTO

BAL

FADE

12 34 56

REW FF SIDE 1-2 COMP SHUFF

Your vehicle is equipped with a delayed accessory feature. This feature enables the audio playing media to continue playing up to 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off, or until a door is opened.

Controls and features

Volume/power control

Press the control to turn the audio system on or off.

VOL PUSH ON

Turn the control to raise or lower volume.

VOL PUSH ON

If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on.

Speed sensitive volume

With this feature, radio volume changes automatically and slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise.

The recommended level for speed sensitive volume is from level 1 through level 3. Level 0 turns the speed sensitive volume off and level 7 is the maximum setting.

With the radio on, press and hold the volume control for five seconds, then press:

VOL PUSH ON

Controls and features

• to increase volume compensation

SEL

TUNE

to decrease or shut off the

•

volume compensation

AM/FM select

The AM/FM select control works in radio, tape and CD modes (if equipped).

AM/FM select in radio mode

This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press the control to switch between AM, FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations.

AM/FM select in tape mode

Press this control to stop tape play and begin radio play.

AM/FM select in CD mode (if equipped)

Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play.

Tune adjust

The tune control works in radio or CD mode (if equipped).

Tune adjust in radio mode

• Press

to move to the next frequency down the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly.

• Press

to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold for quick movement.

Tune adjust for CD changer (if equipped)

• Press

to select the previous disc in the CD changer. (Play will begin on the first track of the disc unless the CD changer is in shuffle mode.) Refer to Shuffle feature for more information. Hold the control to continue reversing through the disc.

Controls and features

• Press to select the next disc in the CD changer. Hold the control to fast-forward through the remaining discs.

Seek function

The seek function control works in radio, tape or CD mode (if equipped).

Seek function in radio mode

• Press listenable station down the frequency band.

• Press listenable station up the frequency band.

Seek function in tape mode

• Press the beginning of the current selection.

• Press

Seek function for CD changer (if equipped)

• Press track of the current disc. If a selection has been playing for three seconds or more and you press beginning.

• Press the last track has been completed, the first track of the current disc will automatically replay.

Scan function

The scan function works in radio, tape or CD mode (if equipped).

to find the next

SEEK

to find the next

to listen to the previous selection on the tape or return to

to listen to the next selection on the tape.

to seek to the previous

SEEK

, the CD changer will replay that selection from the

to seek forward to the next track of the current disc. After

SCAN

Scan function in radio mode

Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band. Press the SCAN control again to stop the scan mode.

Controls and features

Scan function in tape mode

Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the tape. (The tape scans in a forward direction. At the end of the tape’s first side, direction automatically reverses to the opposite side of the tape.) To stop on a particular selection, press the control again.

Scan function in CD mode (if equipped)

Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the CD. (The CD scans in a forward direction, wrapping back to the first track at the end of the CD.) To stop on a particular selection, press the control again.

Radio station memory preset

The radio is equipped with four or six station memory preset controls. These controls can be used to select up to four or six preset AM stations and eight or twelve FM stations (four to six in FM1 and four to six in FM2).

Setting memory preset stations

1. Select the frequency band with the AM/FM select control.

2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more

information on selecting a station.

3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns,

indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected.

REW

Autoset memory preset

Autoset allows you to set strong radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations. This feature is helpful on trips when you travel between cities with different radio stations.

Starting autoset memory preset

1. Select a frequency using the AM/FM select controls.

2. Press the control.

SIDE 1-2

COMP

SHUFF

AUTO

Controls and features

3. When the first six strong stations are filled, the station stored in

memory preset control 1 will start playing.

If there are less than six strong stations available on the frequency band, the remaining memory preset controls will all store the last strong station available.

To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system’s manually set memory stations, press the control again.

Bass adjust

The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s bass output.

BASS

Treble adjust

The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s treble output.

TREB

SEL

Speaker balance adjust

Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers.

BAL

SEL

Controls and features

Speaker fade adjust

Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers.

FADE

Tape/CD select (if equipped)

• To begin tape play (with a tape loaded into the audio system) while in the radio or CD mode, press the TAPE control. Press the button during rewind or fast forward to stop the rewind or fast forward function.

• To begin CD play (if CD[s] are loaded), press the CD control. The first track of the disc will begin playing. After that, CD play will begin where it stopped last.

Rewind

The rewind control works in tape and CD modes (if equipped).

• In tape mode, radio play will continue until rewind is stopped (with the TAPE control) or the beginning of the tape is reached.

• In CD mode, pressing the REW control for less than three seconds results in slow rewind. Pressing the control for more than three seconds results in fast rewind.

Fast forward

The fast forward control works in tape and CD modes (if equipped).

• In the tape mode, tape direction will automatically reverse when the end of the tape is reached.

REW

TAPE

REW

SEL

Controls and features

• In CD mode, pressing the control for less than three seconds results in slow forward action. Pressing the control for more than three seconds results in fast forward action.

Tape direction select

Press SIDE 1–2 to play the alternate side of a tape.

Eject function

Press the control to stop and eject a tape.

SIDE 1-2

Dolby姞 noise reduction

Dolby威 noise reduction operates only in tape mode. Dolby威 reduces the amount of hiss and static during tape playback.

Press the reduction.

The noise reduction system is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

Compression feature

Compression adjust brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level.

Press the COMP control to activate and deactivate compression adjust.

Shuffle feature

The shuffle feature operates in CD mode and plays all tracks on the current disc in random order. If equipped with the CD changer, the shuffle feature continues to the next disc after all tracks are played.

control to activate (and deactivate) Dolby威 noise

SIDE 1-2

COMP

SHUFF

Controls and features

Press the SHUFFLE control to start this feature. Random order play will continue until the SHUFFLE control is pressed again.

Setting the clock

Your vehicle is equipped with a separate instrument panel mounted clock. Please refer to Clock in this chapter for instructions on setting the clock.

Radio data system (RDS) feature

When selected, the RDS (Radio Data System) function performs the following:

• Displays the radio station call letters

• Displays the type of music format (jazz, country, rock)

• Searches for a particular type of music format by selecting the SEEK

control

• Allows traffic information broadcasts to be turned on and off with the SEL control

Press the RDS control. Use the SEL control to select ON or OFF to enable or disable the feature.

RDS

SEL

Traffic

• Press the RDS control until TRAFFIC is displayed.

RDS

• Use the SEL control to select ON or OFF. With the feature on, use the SEEK or SCAN control to find a radio station broadcasting a traffic report (if it is broadcasting RDS data).

Traffic information is not available in most U.S. markets.

SEL

Controls and features

Program type

• Press the RDS control until FIND program type is displayed.

• Use the SEL control to select the program type. With the feature on, use the SEEK or SCAN control to find the desired program type from the following selections:

• Classic

• Country

• Info

• Jazz

• Oldies

• R&B

• Religious

• Rock

• Soft

• To p 40

Show

• RDS sends information with the FM broadcast: station name, station type, and/or radio text.

• With RDS activated, press the RDS control until SHOW is displayed.

• Use the SEL control to select (program) TYPE, (station) NAME or NONE (no text displayed).

RDS

SEL

RDS

SEL

Controls and features

Mute mode

Press the control to mute the playing media. Press the control again to return to the playing media.

Digital signal processing (if equipped)

The digital signal processing (DSP) feature allows you to change the signal mode to suit your listening tastes.

Press the control to turn the feature on or off.

Use the SEL control to select the desired signal mode (the selected mode will appear in the display). The following signal modes can be selected:

• JAZZ CLUB—jazz club with clearly reflected sounds.

• HALL—rectangular concert hall capacity of about 2 000.

• CHURCH—church with a high vault.

• STADIUM—outdoor stadium with a capacity of about 30 000.

• NEWS—“voice-only” type of sound with a limited audio band.

Press the DSP control until one of the following appears:

• ALL SEATS

• DRIVER SEAT

• REAR SEATS

Use the SELECT control to change the equalization to the desired mode.

MUTE

DSP

SEL

DSP

SEL

Controls and features

CD changer (if equipped)

Your CD changer is either located in the passenger’s footwell area or in the center console.

Slide the door to access the CD changer magazine.

Press

1. Pull the lever to remove a CD

tray from the magazine.

to eject the magazine.

2. Insert one disc into each CD tray

of the magazine (up to 6 discs). Ensure that the label side is facing up.

If you pull too hard on the disc holder, the disc holder may come completely out of the magazine. If this happens, reinsert the disc holder back into the magazine.

3. Insert each CD tray, with the disc

loaded, all the way into the CD magazine.

4. Insert the CD magazine into the

changer.

Controls and features

5. Slide the door to the left to close.

Use only compact discs containing this mark.

The magazine does not need to be full for the changer to operate.

Controls and features

Radio power must be turned on to play the CDs in the changer. The magazine may be stored in the glove compartment when not being used.

The CD magazine may be inserted or ejected with the radio power off.

Keep the CD changer door closed. Coins and foreign objects will damage the CD player and void your audio system warranty.

Do not insert any promotional (odd shaped or sized) discs into the CD changer as that jamming may occur.

Troubleshooting the CD changer (if equipped)

The laser beam used in the compact disc player is harmful to the eyes. Do not attempt to disassemble the case.

If sound skips:

• You may be traveling on a rough road, playing badly scratched discs or the disc may be dirty. Skipping will not scratch the discs or damage the player.

If your changer does not work, it may be that:

• A disc is already loaded where you want to insert a disc.

• The disc is inserted with the label surface downward.

• The disc is dusty or defective.

• The player’s internal temperature is above 60°C (140°F). Allow the

player to cool down before operating.

• A disc with format and dimensions not within industry standards is inserted.

Cleaning compact discs

Inspect all discs for contamination before playing. If necessary, clean discs only with an approved CD cleaner and wipe from the center out to the edge. Do not use circular motion.

CD and CD changer care

• Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface.

• Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended

periods of time.

• Do not insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changer magazine.

Controls and features

Cleaning cassette player

Clean the tape player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after 10 to 12 hours of play in order to maintain the best sound and operation.

Cassette and cassette player care

• Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less.

• Do not expose tapes to direct sunlight, high humidity, extreme heat or

extreme cold. Allow tapes that may have been exposed to extreme temperatures to reach a moderate temperature before playing.

• Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the hole and turning the hub.

• Remove loose labels before inserting tapes.

• Do not leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not

being played.

Radio frequency information

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission(CRTC) establish the frequencies AM and FM stations may use for their broadcasts. Allowable frequencies are:

AM 530, 540–1600, 1610 kHz

FM 87.9, 88.1–107.1, 107.9 MHz

Not all frequencies are used in a given area.

Radio reception factors

Three factors can affect radio reception:

• Distance/strength. The further an FM signal travels, the weaker it is. The listenable range of the average FM station is approximately 40 km (24 miles). This range can be affected by “signal modulation.” Signal modulation is a process radio stations use to increase their strength/volume relative to other stations.

• Terrain. Hills, mountains and tall buildings between your vehicle’s antenna and the radio station signal can cause FM reception problems. Static can be caused on AM stations by power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms. Moving away from an interfering structure (out of its “shadow”) returns your reception to normal.

Controls and features

• Station overload. Weak signals are sometimes captured by stronger signals when you pass a broadcast tower. A stronger signal may temporarily overtake a weaker signal and play while the weak station frequency is displayed.

The audio system automatically switches to single channel reception if it will improve the reception of a station normally received in stereo.

Audio system warranties and service

Refer to the “Warranty Guide” for audio system warranty information.

If service is necessary, see your dealer or a qualified technician.

POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION

1. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical

accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running.

2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel,

automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key removal.

3. OFF, shuts off the engine and all

accessories without locking the steering wheel.

4. ON, all electrical circuits operational. Warning lights illuminated. Key

position when driving.

5. START, cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine

starts. Refer to the Securilock 娂 Passive Anti-Theft System section in this

chapter for more information on Securilock娂 keys.

KEY SYSTEM

The vehicle is equipped with a master key and valet key lock system. The master key will actuate doors, trunk, glove box, ignition and remote trunk release. The valet key (marked “valet”) will actuate doors and ignition only.

Controls and features

WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLS

Rotate the windshield wiper control to the desired interval, low or high speed position.

The bars of varying length are for intermittent wipers. When in this position rotate the control upward for fast intervals and downward for slow intervals.

Push the control on the end of the stalk to activate washer. Push and hold for a longer wash cycle. The washer will automatically shut off after ten seconds of continuous use.

Windshield wiper/washer features

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

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

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL

• Push down to activate the left turn signal.

• Push up to activate the right turn signal.

HI LO

OFF

HI LO

OFF

HI LO

OFF

Cornering lamps

When the turn signal is used and the headlamps are on, the cornering lamps will light either the right or left side depending on the direction of the turn.

Controls and features

The flash rate of the turn signal will speed up considerably if the Lighting Control Module detects a left or right turn lamp bulb (front or rear) is burned out.

STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)

Radio control features

• Press BAND/MODE to select AM, FM1, FM2, TAPE or CD (if equipped).

In Radio mode:

• Press MEM/NEXT to select a preset station from memory.

In Tape mode:

• Press MEM/NEXT to listen to the next selection on the tape.

In CD mode:

• Press MEM/NEXT to listen to the next track on the disc.

In any mode:

• Press VOL up or down to adjust the volume.

MODE

Climate control features

• Press TEMP up or down to adjust temperature.

• Press FAN up or down to adjust fan speed.

Controls and features

SPEED CONTROL

To turn speed control on

• Press ON.

Vehicle speed cannot be controlled until the vehicle is traveling at or above 48 km/h (30 mph).

When the ON control is pressed, the message “SPEED CONTROL READY” will appear for 5 seconds in your message center. Or, if the speed control is already ON and SET, the message “SPEED CONTROL SET” will appear for 5 seconds in your message center.

Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery, or unpaved.

Do not shift the gearshift lever into N (Neutral) with the speed control on.

To turn speed control off

• Press OFF or

• Turn off the vehicle ignition.

OFF

Once speed control is switched off, the previously programmed set speed will be erased.

When the OFF control is pressed, the message “SPEED CONTROL OFF” will appear for 5 seconds in your message center.

Controls and features

To set a speed

• Press SET ACC/SET ACCEL. For speed control to operate, the speed control must be ON and the vehicle speed must be greater than 48 km/h (30 mph).

When the SET ACCEL control is pressed, the message “ SPEED CONTROL SET” will appear for 5 seconds in your message center.

If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehicle speed may vary momentarily slower or faster than the set speed. This is normal.

Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it increases above the set speed on a downhill. If your vehicle speed is faster than the set speed while driving on a downhill, you may want to shift to the next lower gear or apply the brakes to reduce your vehicle speed.

If your vehicle slows down more than 16 km/h (10 mph) below your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage. “SPEED CONTROL CANCELED” will appear for 5 seconds in your message center. This is normal. Pressing RES/RSM/RESUME will re-engage it.

Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery, or unpaved.

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

To set a higher set speed

• Press and hold SET ACC/SET ACCEL. Release the control when the desired vehicle speed is reached or

• Press and release SET ACC/SET ACCEL. Each press will increase the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph) if (E) English is selected or 2 km/h (1.25mph) if (M) Metric is selected in the Message Center.

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

Controls and features

• Accelerate with your accelerator pedal, then press and release SET ACC/SET ACCEL.

When the SET ACCEL control is pressed and released, the message “SPEED CONTROL SET” will appear for 5 seconds in your message center.

You can accelerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speed control usage. Releasing the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle to the previously programmed set speed.

To set a lower set speed

• Press and hold CST/COAST. Release the control when the desired speed is reached or

• Press and release CST/COAST. Each press will decrease the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph) if (E) English is selected or 2km/h (1.25 mph) if (M) Metric is selected in the Message Center.

• Depress the brake pedal. When the desired vehicle speed is reached, press SET ACC/SET ACCEL.

When the COAST or SET ACCEL control is pressed and released, the message “SPEED CONTROL SET” will appear for 5 seconds in your message center.

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

To disengage speed control

• Depress the brake pedal.

When the brake pedal is depressed, the message “SPEED CONTROL CANCELED” will appear for 5 seconds in your message center.

Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed.

Controls and features

• Press the OFF control.

Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed.

When the OFF control is pressed, the message “ SPEED CONTROL OFF” will appear for 5 seconds in your message center.

To return to a previously set speed

• Press RES/RSM/RESUME. For RES/RSM/RESUME to operate, the vehicle speed must be faster than 48 km/h (30 mph).

When the RESUME control is pressed, the message “SPEED CONTROL SET” will appear for 5 seconds in your message center.

TILT STEERING

Pull the tilt steering control toward you to move the steering wheel up or down. Hold the control while adjusting the wheel to the desired position, then release the control.

OFF

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.

INTERIOR LAMPS

Map lamps

To turn on the map lamps, press the control next to each lamp.

If equipped with a moon roof, the map lamps are located on the rearview mirror. Press the control next to the map lamp to illuminate the lamp.

Controls and features

Rear courtesy/reading lamps

The courtesy lamp lights when:

• any door is opened.

• the instrument panel dimmer

switch is held up until the courtesy lamps come on.

• any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is OFF.

With the ignition key in the ACC or ON position, the reading lamp can be turned on by pressing the rocker control.

Controls and features

LINCOLN RESCU SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

Lincoln RESCU runs a self-test when you start your vehicle. During this test, the Lincoln RESCU warning light (located in the overhead console) will illuminate for several seconds. If the phone is disconnected, or a problem is detected during the self-check, the light will remain lit and the message “RESCU FAILURE” will be displayed on the vehicle’s message center for several seconds.

If the phone is properly connected and the warning light fails to illuminate when you start your vehicle, or if it remains lit, have your Lincoln RESCU System checked by an authorized dealer as soon as possible. Your system may be inoperative.

It is important that you understand the limitations of your Lincoln RESCU System prior to initiating an activation. See

Lincoln RESCU System Limitations later in this chapter for details.

S.O.S.

INFO

S.O.S.

INFO

The RESCU system can be activated in three ways:

1. By pressing the Information

control.

INFO

2. By pressing the Emergency

(S.O.S.) control.

S.O.S.

3. The system will automatically activate if the vehicle’s air bags have

been deployed.

Controls and features

Quick summary

• To utilize your vehicle’s RESCU system, your cellular phone must be activated and plugged into the vehicle interface.

• Information or emergency assistance can be requested whenever your key is in the RUN/START position and for six minutes after the vehicle is turned off.

• An assistance request is initiated by pressing either the Information or Emergency control located in the overhead console.

• When a control is pressed, a warning lamp located in the overhead console will begin to flash and status messages will display on the vehicle’s message center (messages can only be displayed when the key is in the RUN/START position).

• The vehicle’s cellular phone automatically places a call to a 24 hour emergency response center.

• When contact is made, the vehicle sends an electronic data message to the response center’s computer. This data message includes latitude and longitude coordinates obtained from the vehicle’s positioning system and customer identification information.

• Once the data transmission is complete, the call is forwarded to a response center operator who confirms your location using a computerized map.

• The vehicle’s cellular handset is locked-out, the phone is automatically placed in the “hands-free” mode and voice communication is established with the operator through the “hands-free” microphone.

• Typically, voice communication with an operator is established within one minute after an assistance control is pressed.

• The operator verbally obtains details of your situation and, if necessary, ties your vehicle into a three-way phone call with the United States Auto Club or local 911 or other emergency services to dispatch the appropriate assistance to your location.

• In most situations, only the response center can terminate an assistance request. Once the operator terminates the call, the system warning light will stop flashing and the system will be reset.

General description

Lincoln’s Remote Emergency Satellite Cellular Unit (RESCU) is designed to expedite roadside, emergency or information assistance to motorists

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who are uncertain of their location and/or are uncertain of whom to contact for assistance.

The Lincoln RESCU system utilizes Global Positioning System (GPS) technology and the nation’s cellular phone network to track vehicle location and, at the touch of a control, put you in voice contact with the Lincoln Security Response Center.

Two controls in the overhead console, Information (i) and Emergency (S.O.S.) will activate the system:

When a control is selected, the RESCU System will direct the vehicle’s cellular phone to automatically place a call to the response center’s central computer. Once a connection is made, an electronic data message will be transmitted. This data message will include:

• Type of alarm (Information, Emergency or Air Bag activation)

• Customer Identification Number (CID)

• Latitude and longitude coordinates

• Last recorded speed and direction of the vehicle

• Time tag identifying when last position was taken

• Call-back phone number

After the transmission is complete, the call is forwarded to an operator who will verify the details of the request and confirm the vehicle’s location using a computerized map.

Information Control

The Information control provides the customer access to the information such as points of interest near their current location, route assistance and other services as they become available.

There may be charges incurred for certain services.

The Emergency (S.O.S.) control should be selected if emergency assistance is required. This feature should be used:

• if you have been involved in an accident.

• to report a crime or fire.

INFO

S.O.S.

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• when medical attention is required.

• to receive assistance in an emergency situation.

There may be charges incurred for certain services.

Upon receiving an Emergency Activation (by pressing the emergency control or via an air bag activation) the Lincoln Security Response Center relays details of the situation and the location of the vehicle to the appropriate authorities and establishes a three-way phone call. While the appropriate authorities dispatch help to your location, the response center will:

• dispatch the emergency help to your location.

• when appropriate, stay in direct phone contact with you until

emergency help arrives.

• notify pre-designated family contacts or friends of the emergency situation, if requested, or if no response is received from the vehicle.

If you are certain of your location, a direct phone call to 911 or other emergency services may provide a faster response.

If roadside assistance is required, the Lincoln Security Response Center will contact the Lincoln Commitment Roadside Assistance provider via three–way phone call.

Activation and deactivation

When either of the two Lincoln RESCU controls are pressed, or the air bags are deployed (this will activate the system as an emergency automatically), a warning light, located in the overhead console, will begin to flash and status messages will be displayed on the vehicle’s message center, confirming an assistance request has been made. The warning light will continue to flash throughout the activation.

The system can be activated whenever your ignition key is in the RUN/START position and for six minutes after your vehicle is turned off. Once a RESCU control has been pressed, do not attempt to crank the engine as this may cancel the activation. In most situations, the assistance request can only be terminated and the system reset when a special tone is sent to the vehicle by the Lincoln Security Response Center. (See Automatic redial later in this chapter for exceptions.) Operation will continue even if the vehicle is turned off during an activation (although visual feedback via the message center will not be available in this situation).

INFO activations can be cancelled by pressing the END button on the cellular phone.

Controls and features

Cellular phone interface

The cellular phone must be connected to the vehicle and activated for the system to work. During an activation, Lincoln RESCU takes control of the vehicle’s cellular phone. If the phone is in use, the call will be terminated and the Lincoln Security Response Center will automatically be dialed. The cellular handset becomes inoperative and all voice communication with the operator is accomplished via the cellular phone’s “hands-free” microphone.

When an activation is terminated, your phone is left unlocked, in the ON state and may not return to its previous call restriction or system selection setting. It can be reprogrammed to your previous setting as desired.

Refer to your cellular phone user’s manual for further information.

Message center interface

During an activation, Lincoln RESCU communicates with the vehicle’s message center. Status messages describing the sequence of the steps being executed are displayed, allowing you to visually follow the activation process. The following messages are typical of those displayed during an assistance request. They are as shown in the order in which they would appear:

• INFO REQUEST or S.O.S. REQUEST

• CALL IN PROGRESS

• RINGING RESPONSE CENTER

• SENDING LOCATION DATA

• DATA RECEIVED

• WAITING FOR OPERATOR

Once an assistance request is made, it will typically take less than one minute until contact is made with an operator. During voice communication the following messages will alternately toggle on the display:

• CID XXXXXXXXXX

• LAT XXXXXXXXXX

• LON XXXXXXXXXX

• HDG XX

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These messages respectively are the customer identification number, vehicle latitude and vehicle longitude. Under special conditions, the operator may ask you to read the information being displayed on the message center.

Automatic redial

As described previously, when an assistance request is made, the vehicle’s cellular phone automatically dials the Lincoln Security Response Center’s central computer and attempts to send an electronic data message. On rare occasions, it can be difficult for the computer to recognize the message if the cellular connection is weak or noisy. If the transmission of the message is unsuccessful, the data call will be terminated and the message “REDIAL IN PROGRESS” will be displayed on the message center. A second call will automatically be placed which bypasses the response center’s computer and is forwarded directly to an operator.

Similarly, if the cellular call is disconnected by the network prior to receipt of the termination tone, another call to the response center will also automatically be dialed. The message “REDIAL IN PROGRESS” will be displayed on the message center and voice communication with an operator will be restored.

During redial calls, full control of the cellular phone is returned to you. Pressing either PWR or END on the cellular handset will terminate the assistance request and reset the system.

Location data retransmit capability

During an activation, the Lincoln Security Response Center operator has the capability to initiate a retransmission of the electronic data message. This may be necessary to ensure a more precise determination of vehicle location or to track a vehicle that is moving. To accomplish the retransmit, a special tone is sent to the vehicle by the response center. In this situation you will temporarily lose voice contact with the operator and the messages “SENDING LOCATION DATA” and “DATA RECEIVED” will be respectively displayed on the message center. After the data retransmission is complete, voice communication will be restored and the CID, LAT, LON and HDG message will again alternately toggle on the message center display.

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Global positioning system

Vehicle location is continuously updated via Global Positioning System (GPS) technology. GPS was developed by the U.S. Department of Defense for worldwide navigational and positioning purposes. It utilizes a constellation of 24 orbiting satellites located more than 20 000 km (12 428 miles) above the earth. At any given time, several of the 24 satellites should be visible to the vehicle’s GPS receiver. Based on the time for signals emitted by these satellites to reach the receiver, an on-board computer will determine the vehicle’s location, typically within 30 meters (100 feet). In addition to latitude and longitude, the system also determines heading and speed.

Vehicle positioning information is relayed to the Lincoln Security Response Center only during roadside or emergency requests. The response center will not be able to track your location while in an inactive state.

Lincoln RESCU system limitations

• Inoperative if cellular phone inactive or inoperative

Lincoln RESCU utilizes your vehicle’s cellular phone and will not operate if cellular service has not been activated or if the phone is inoperative.

• Inoperative if battery discharged or disconnected

Lincoln RESCU is powered by the vehicle’s battery and will not operate if the battery is discharged or disconnected.

• Inoperative if cellular phone is not installed in the vehicle

interface

Lincoln RESCU utilizes your vehicle’s cellular phone and will not operate if cellular phone is not installed in the vehicle interface.

• Potentially inoperative if vehicle involved in accident

If the vehicle is involved in an accident, some components can be damaged, rendering your RESCU System inoperative.

• Positioning capability degraded if satellite signals obstructed

Vehicle positioning is accomplished by receiving and interpreting signals transmitted by satellites. If the signals are obstructed positioning capability could be degraded or lost. This situation will be most prevalent in urban areas populated with tall buildings. tunnels, underpasses, parking garages, trees and similar structures could also adversely affect

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positioning performance. Under these conditions, the system will operate but the response center could have difficulty identifying your current location. (The last valid position obtained before the obstruction is retained, however, and will be sent.) The operator may depend on you to provide verbal information regarding vehicle location.

Positioning capability temporarily degraded after battery reconnect

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When your vehicle is started, the Lincoln RESCU GPS receiver begins the process of determining vehicle location. The receiver will search the sky and attempt to acquire signals from all visible satellites. A real-time clock and an almanac containing detailed information about satellite constellation are stored in the on-board computer’s memory and are used to expedite the search. If the vehicle’s battery is disconnected, the clock memory is erased and time and date are lost. Once the battery is reconnected, it could take approximately 15 minutes to reacquire the clock and for positioning capability to be restored. During this time, the system will operate but the response center will not be able to identify your location. In this situation, the operator will depend on you to provide verbal information regarding vehicle location.

• Inoperative if cellular signal marginal or unavailable

Since the Lincoln RESCU System utilizes the vehicle’s cellular phone, it can only be operated in geographical areas with cellular coverage. Although approximately 90 percent of the U.S. population lives and works in cellular coverage areas, there are various rural or mountainous areas where coverage is marginal or does not exist. If an activation occurs in this situation, the messages “NO CELLULAR SIGNAL” and “WAITING TO ACQUIRE” will alternately be displayed on the message center. If after several attempts cellular service can not be acquired, the message “UNABLE TO PLACE CALL” will be displayed, the assistance request will be terminated and the phone will return to its normal operating mode.

• Inoperative if cellular system is busy

In a particular area, the local cellular system can only handle a limited number of cellular calls at one time. Once volume has reached the maximum limit, additional callers are denied access. If an activation occurs in this situation, the messages “CELLULAR SYSTEM BUSY” and “PLEASE WAIT” will alternately be displayed on the message center. If after several attempts a cellular channel cannot be acquired, the message “UNABLE TO PLACE CALL” will be displayed, the assistance request will be terminated and the phone will return to its normal operating mode.

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• Incompatible with cellular PIN feature

Some cellular carriers offer custom phone numbers that are assigned a personal identification number (PIN). In this situation, the user is required to enter the PIN with any phone calls made over the network. The PIN feature is not compatible with the Lincoln RESCU System. At the time your phone is activated, ask your carrier to assign you a phone number that does not require a personal identification number. If you have difficulty obtaining a non-PIN number, contact you dealer or call the Ford Cellular System Clearinghouse at 1–800–367–3357 for assistance.

• Incompatible or performance limited with certain cellular

providers features

Some cellular carriers offer customers various optional features with their cellular services. Several of these features are not compatible or could potentially limit the performance of your Lincoln RESCU System. Some outgoing calls, hotline and NPA restrictions are incompatible cellular features and must be avoided. Operation is possible with no incoming calls, call forwarding, busy/no answer transfer and call waiting, but these features could impact overall system performance. Because carriers are regularly making new features available to customers, this list may not be complete. Contact you dealer for assistance if you are unsure if a particular cellular feature is compatible with your Lincoln RESCU System.

• Potential limitations if activated outside home cellular region

At the time you receive your vehicle (or shortly after), you will need to select a cellular carrier and activate your phone. If desired, carrier selection can be arranged through your dealer. This carrier is usually local to your region and will handle call processing and billing services for your cellular telephone. In order to use your phone when traveling outside your home cellular region, the services of the carriers local to the new area will be required. If your home carrier does not have an agreement with the new local carrier, your phone calls could be forwarded to an operator and you may be required to provide a credit card number before your call is processed. If an activation occurs in this situation, the initial call will be terminated and a second call which bypasses the response center’s computer will be placed.

Unlike during the first call attempt, your cellular handset will not be locked during the second call, so you will have the option of terminating the assistance request at any time by pushing either PWR or END on the

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cellular phone. If the second call is not terminated, it will be forwarded to a local cellular carrier operator. In this situation, you can provide the operator with the number you are dialing (Lincoln Security Response Center at 1–888–99RESCU [1–888–997–3728]) and your credit card number or ask to be connected to the local 911 or other emergency services.

Registration requirement

In order to receive effective service, it is highly recommended that you register with the Lincoln Security Response Center shortly after receiving your vehicle. The registration process is simple and can be accomplished by calling the Lincoln Security Response Center at 1–888–99RESCU (1–888–997–3728). Alternatively, the registration process can be completed on-line during an acquaintance period activation. (See “Acquaintance activations” later in this section for details.) The information requested will aid in servicing you more efficiently during an assistance request.

Acquaintance activations

It is required that you initiate an acquaintance activation shortly after receiving your vehicle and having your phone activated. An acquaintance activation is initiated by pressing either the roadside or emergency control. When voice communication is established with the Lincoln Security Response Center, indicate that you are a new user and the operator will follow special acquaintance period support procedures which are intended to familiarize you with your Lincoln RESCU System. As described previously, the acquaintance call can also be used to complete the registration for new customers.

Service charges

For four years, beginning with your vehicle’s warranty period, you will be entitled to unlimited emergency and roadside assistance activations without facing service charges. (These activations should be made only when emergency or roadside assistance is required.) You will be responsible, however, for any charges imposed by your cellular phone carrier for the 1–800 phone call to the Lincoln Security Response Center. After your initial service period expires, you will be required to pay a monitoring fee if you elect to continue emergency and roadside assistance. Your dealer can provide you with specific information regarding post-initial service period fees.

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Relinquishing your vehicle

At the time you relinquish your vehicle, it is important that you contact the Lincoln Security Response Center at 1–888–99RESCU (1–888–997–3728) and cancel your security service. Personal information provided to the response center at the time of your registration will be removed from the vehicle’s file.

MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)

To open the moon roof:

• Press and hold the control forward to raise the moon roof to the vent position (when the glass panel is closed).

• Press the control rearward to fully open the moon roof.

To close the moon roof:

• Press the control forward.

• To close from the vent position,

press and hold the control rearward.

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR

To turn on the visor mirror lamps, lift the mirror cover. Adjust the amount of light by sliding the control.

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OPEN

HOMELINK姞 UNIVERSAL TRANSCEIVER (IF EQUIPPED)

The HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver, located on the driver’s visor, provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters with a single built-in device. This feature will learn the radio frequency codes of most current transmitters to operate garage doors, entry gates, security systems, entry door locks, and home or office lighting.

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When programming your HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver, to a garage door or gate be sure that people and objects are out of

the way to prevent potential harm or damage.

Do not use the HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by U.S. federal safety standards (this includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982). A garage door which cannot detect an object, signaling the door to stop and reverse, does not meet current U.S. federal safety standards. For more information on this matter, call toll-free: 1–800–355–3515 or on the Internet at HomeLink.jci.com.

Programming

1. Prepare for programming the

HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver by erasing the three factory default codes by holding down the two outside buttons until the red light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Release both buttons.

2. Hold the end of your hand-held

transmitter 5–14 cm (2–5 inches) away from the HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver surface (located on your visor) while keeping the red light in view.

3. Using both hands simultaneously

press and hold the hand-held transmitter button and the desired HomeLink威 button. Do not release the buttons until step 4 has been completed.

4. The red light will flash slowly and

then rapidly. Release both buttons when the red light flashes rapidly.

5. Follow steps 2 through 4 to program the remaining two buttons.

If you do not successfully program the HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver after repeated attempts, refer to Rolling code programing which follows, or call toll-free customer assistance: 1–800–355–3515 or on the Internet at HomeLink.jci.com.

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Canadian Programming

During programming, your hand-held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting after two seconds which may not be long enough to program the HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver.

To program your hand-held transmitters:

• continue to hold the button on the HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver.

• press and re-press the hand-held transmitter button every two seconds until the red light changes from a slow to a fast flash.

Operating the HomeLink姞 Universal Transceiver

Once programmed, the HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver can be used in place of hand-held transmitters. To operate, simply press and release the appropriate HomeLink威 button (the red light will illuminate, indicating the signal is being transmitted).

Rolling code programming

Rolling code garage door openers (or other rolling code devices) which are “code protected” and manufactured after 1996, may be determined by the following:

• Reference the device owner’s manual for verification

• The hand-held transmitter appears to program the HomeLink威

Universal Transceiver but does not activate the device.

• Press and hold the trained HomeLink威 button. The device has the rolling code feature if the indicator light flashes rapidly and then turns solid after two seconds.

After completing the “Programming” functions, follow these steps to train a garage door opener with the rolling code feature:

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1. Locate the training button on the garage door motor head unit.

Refer to the garage door opener manual or call 1–800–355–3515 or on the Internet at HomeLink.jci.com. if there is difficulty locating the training button.

2. Press the training button on the garage door motor head unit (which

will activate the “training” light”).

3. Press and release the

programmed HomeLink威 button. Press and release the HomeLink威 button a second time to complete the training process. (Some garage door openers may require this procedure to be done a third time to complete the training).

The 2nd or 3rd press from step 3 will activate the door. The HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver has now been trained to the receiver. The remaining two buttons may now be programmed if this has not previously been done.

Erasing HomeLink姞 buttons

Individual buttons cannot be erased, however, to erase the three programmed buttons:

1. Hold down the two outside

buttons until the red light begins to flash after 20 seconds.

2. Release both buttons.

Reprogramming a single HomeLink姞 button

To program a device to HomeLink威 using a HomeLink威 button previously trained, follow these steps:

1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink威 button. Do NOT release until

step 4 has been completed.

2. When the indicator light begins to flash slowly (after 20 seconds),

position the hand-held transmitter 5–14 cm (2 to 5 inches) away from the HomeLink威 surface.

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

4. The HomeLink威 indicator light will flash, first slowly and then rapidly.

When the indicator light begins to flash rapidly, release both buttons.

The previous device has now been erased and the new device can be activated by pushing the HomeLink威 button that has just been programmed.

ELECTRONIC COMPASS (IF EQUIPPED)

The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antennas. 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 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 adjustment.

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Compass zone adjustment

The compass in the mirror is set in ZONE eight at the factory. It may be necessary to adjust the compass if you live outside zone eight or during a long distance trip.

1. Determine which magnetic zone

you are in for your geographic location by referring to the zone map.

2. Turn the ignition to the ON

position.

Without moon roof:

1. With the compass display turned

on, press and hold the COMP side of the control until the zone selection number appears in the mirror display window.

2. Release the COMP side of the

control, then press it down again.

3. Continue to press until your zone

number is shown in the mirror display, then release.

4. The display will show all segments, then return to normal compass

mode within ten seconds.

COMP MIRROR

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With moon roof:

1. Press and hold the Auto-Dimming

control to toggle the Compass display ON/OFF, then release.

2. Press and hold both map light

buttons, between 5 and 8 seconds, until the ZONE number appears in the display, then release. The display should show the current zone number.

3. Press either the right or left map

light button to change the zone number. The display will show a compass direction after 5 seconds. The zone is now updated.

Compass calibration adjustment

The compass may need calibration adjustment if:

• the compass ZONE is set correctly and the compass is not showing the correct heading

• the letter “C” is displayed in the compass window

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

Without moon roof:

1. Start the vehicle.

2. Press and hold the COMP side of

the control for approximately six seconds until “C” appears in the mirror display.

3. Drive the vehicle slowly (less

than 5 km/h [3 mph]) in circles or on your everyday routine until the display reads a direction.

4. The compass is now calibrated.

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With moon roof:

1. Start the vehicle.

2. Press and hold both map light

buttons for over 8 seconds, until the letter “C” appears in the display, then release.

3. Drive the vehicle slowly (less

than 8 km/h [5 mph]) in circles until the letter “C” display indicates a direction.

AUTOMATIC DIMMING REAR VIEW MIRROR

Your vehicle is equipped with inside and driver side outside rear view mirrors with an auto-dimming function. The electronic day/night mirrors will change from the normal state to the non-glare state when bright lights (glare) reach the mirrors. When the inside rear view mirror detects bright light from in front of or behind the vehicle, the inside and driver side outside rear view mirrors will automatically adjust (darken) to minimize glare.

Without moon roof:

Press the control to turn the mirror on or off.

COMP MIRROR

With moon roof:

Press the control to turn the mirror on or off.

The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever the vehicle is placed in R (reverse)(when the mirror is on) to ensure a bright clear view when backing up.

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Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.

On vehicles equipped with a moonroof, the automatic rear view mirror has two map lamps. Refer to Interior lamps for more information.

POWER DOOR LOCKS

Press U to unlock all doors and L to lock all doors.

Smart locks

With the key in the ignition, in any switch position, and either the driver’s or passenger’s door open, the doors cannot be locked using the front door lock switches.

POWER WINDOWS

Press and pull the rocker switches to open and close windows.

• Press the top portion of the rocker switch to open.

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• Pull the top portion of the rocker switch to close.

Express down

To make the driver window open fully without holding the window control, press and quickly release the driver window control. Press or pull the control to stop window operation.

Window lock

The window lock feature allows only the driver to operate the power windows.

To lock out all the window controls except for the driver’s press the control. Press the control again to restore the window controls.

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LOCK

Accessory delay

With accessory delay, the window switches may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until any door is opened.

POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS

The ignition must be in ACC or ON position to adjust the power side view mirrors.

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To adjust your mirrors:

1. Select L to adjust the left mirror

or R to adjust the right mirror.

2. Move the control in the direction

you wish to tilt the mirror.

3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place.

Heated outside mirrors

Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice, mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated.

Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place. These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors.

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L R

MIRRORS L R

CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS

When these locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside. The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the doors are unlocked.

The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door. Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for both doors.

Move lock control up to engage the lock. Move control down to disengage childproof locks.

TRUNK REMOTE CONTROL

The remote trunk release control is located on the driver’s door trim panel and can be operated at any time.

You can render the switch inoperable by locking the button with you master key.

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LOCKED

VERROUILLEE

CHILD LOCK ABOVE SECURITE ENFANTS

ENHAUT

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FUEL DOOR RELEASE

Your vehicle is equipped with a locking fuel door. To open the door, press the control located on the door.

F U

Fuel filler door override release

If the remote release is inoperative, open the trunk, then pull the override release handle located inside the trunk on the passenger side to open the fuel filler door.

CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle is equipped with a variety of console features. These include:

• Utility compartment

• Cupholders

• Ashtray and lighter

• Compact disc changer (if

equipped)

• Power point

• Coin holder

• Cellular phone (if equipped)

Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision.

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Mini console (if equipped)

The mini console is available in the six passenger vehicle only, and consists of the:

• Cupholder

• Compact disc changer

(if equipped)

• Ashtray and lighter

Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision.

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT

Position the floor mat so that the eyelet is over the pointed end of the retention post and rotate forward to lock in. Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal. To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure.

PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

The perimeter anti-theft system will help prevent your vehicle from unauthorized entry.

If there is any potential perimeter anti-theft problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL key fobs (remote entry transmitters) are brought to the dealership, to aid in troubleshooting.

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Arming the system

When armed, this system will help protect your vehicle from unauthorized entry. When unauthorized entry occurs, the system will flash the headlamps and/or parking lamps and the theft indicator lamp and will chirp the horn.

The system is ready to arm whenever the ignition is turned OFF. Any of the following actions will prearm the alarm system:

• Lock the doors with the remote transmitter (doors opened or closed). The horn will chirp to confirm that the control was pressed. The horn chirp feature can be turned on/off by using the feature menu in the message center.

• Press 7/8 and 9/0 controls on the keyless entry pad at the same time to lock the doors (doors opened or closed).

• Open a door and press the power door lock control to lock the doors.

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If a door is open, the system is prearmed and is waiting for the door to close. The anti-theft indicator on the instrument panel will be lit continuously when the system is prearmed.

Once the doors are closed, the system will arm in 30 seconds.

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Disarming the system

You can disarm the system by any of the following actions:

• Unlock the doors by using your remote entry transmitter.

• Unlock the doors by using your keyless entry keypad.

• Unlock the doors with a key. Turn the key full travel (toward the front of the vehicle) to make sure the alarm disarms.

• Turn ignition to ACC or ON.

REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM

The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors without a key.

The remote entry features only operate with the ignition in the OFF position.

If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL key fobs (remote entry transmitters) are brought to the dealership, to aid in troubleshooting.

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Unlocking the doors

Press this control to unlock the driver’s door. The interior lamps will illuminate.

Press the control a second time within five seconds to unlock all doors.

Locking the doors

Press this control to lock all doors.

The horn will chirp to confirm that the control was pressed. The horn chirp feature can be turned on/off by using the feature menu in the message center.

This process will arm your anti-theft system (if equipped). For more information on arming the anti-theft system, refer to Perimeter alarm system in this chapter.

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Opening the trunk

Press the control once to open the trunk.

Ensure that the trunk is closed and latched before driving your vehicle. Failure to latch the trunk may cause objects to fall out of the trunk or block the rear view.

Sounding a panic alarm

Press this control to activate the alarm.

To deactivate the alarm, press the control again or turn the ignition to ACC or ON.

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

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

Replacing the battery

The remote transmitter is powered by one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. Typical operating range will allow you to be up to 10 meters (33 feet) away from your vehicle. A decrease in operating range can be caused by:

• weather conditions

• nearby radio towers

• structures around the vehicle

• other vehicles parked next to the vehicle

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To replace the battery:

1. Twist a thin coin between the two

halves of the transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER APART.

2. Place the positive (+) side of new

battery in the same orientation. Refer to the diagram inside the transmitter unit.

3. Snap the two halves back

together.

Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement.

Replacing lost transmitters

Take all your vehicle’s transmitters to your dealer if service is required.

If you purchase additional transmitters (up to four may be programmed into memory), perform the following procedure:

To reprogram the transmitters yourself, place the key in the ignition and turn from OFF to ON eight times in rapid succession (within 10 seconds) end in ON. After doors lock/unlock, press any control on all transmitters (up to four). With each control press of the transmitters, the door should cycle (lock/unlock) to confirm programming. When completed, turn the ignition to OFF. The door locks should cycle (lock/unlock) one last time and the horn will chirp to confirm completion of programming.

All transmitters must be reprogrammed at the same time.

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Illuminated entry

The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door(s) or sound the personal alarm.

The system automatically turns off after 25 seconds or when the ignition is turned to the RUN or ACC position. The dome lamp control (if equipped) must not be set to the OFF position for the illuminated entry system to operate.

The inside lights will not turn off if:

• they have been turned on with the dimmer control or

• any door is open.

The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 40 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the OFF position.

Memory seat/mirrors feature

The remote keyless entry system can also control the memory seats/mirrors feature. With this feature, the first two programmed transmitters will recall a different memory position.

Press the control once to unlock the driver’s door and move the memory features to the corresponding memory position, just as if you had pressed the memory control in the vehicle.

• transmitter #1 will recall memory profile position #1.

• transmitter #2 will recall memory profile position #2.

• If a third or fourth transmitter is added, it will not recall a memory position.

Memory seat positions can be changed at any time. Transmitter #1 will always move the memory features to position #1.

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The system can be deactivated by switching the transmitter to OFF.

ON OFF

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM

With the keyless entry keypad, you can:

• lock or unlock the vehicle doors without using the key.

• arm and disarm the perimeter alarm system (if equipped)

• reprogram remote entry transmitters.

See also Remote entry system and Perimeter alarm system in this chapter for more information.

Your vehicle has a factory-set 5–digit code that operates the keyless entry system. You can also program your own 5–digit personal entry code.

The factory-set code is located:

• on the owner’s wallet card in the glove compartment

• taped to the computer module

• in the interior of the trunk

When pressing the controls on the keyless entry keypad, press the middle of the controls to ensure a good activation.

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Programming your own entry code

1. Enter the factory-set code (keypad will illuminate when pressed).

2. Press the 1/2 control within five

seconds of step 1.

3. Enter your personal 5–digit code.

Enter each digit within five seconds of the previous one.

4. Enter a sixth digit to indicate

which personality feature should be recalled by the personal code.

• 1/2 recalls personality 1

• 3/4 recalls personality 2

• 9/0 does not recall a personality

All of the vehicle doors will lock and unlock to confirm programing of the new code. Each personality driver profile (personality 1 or personality 2) can associated with only one personal code. The factory-set code cannot be associated with a personality code.

Do not set a code that includes five of the same number or presents them in sequential order. Thieves can easily figure out these types of codes.

You can program up to three personal codes to unlock your vehicle. These codes do not replace the permanent code that the dealership gave you.

Erasing personal code

To erase all of the personal entry codes programmed to a vehicle:

1. Enter the factory-set code.

2. Press 1/2 within 5 seconds of

step 1.

3. Press and hold 1/2 for two

seconds. All of the vehicle doors will lock and then unlock to confirm erasure.

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Unlocking the doors and releasing the trunk with the keyless entry system

To unlock the driver door, enter either the factory-set code or personal code (each digit pressed within 5 seconds of prior digit). The interior lamps will illuminate.

To unlock all doors, enter the factory-set code or personal code (driver door unlocks) and press 3/4 within five seconds.

To release the trunk, enter the factory-set code or personal code (driver door unlocks) and press 5/6 within five seconds.

After the factory-set code or personal code has been entered, you can unlock all doors (press 3/4) and release the trunk (press 5/6) as long as the controls are pressed within five seconds of each other.

Locking doors with the keyless entry system

It is not necessary to enter the factory-set code prior to locking all doors. To lock the doors:

• Press 7/8 and 9/0 at the same time.

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Controls and features

Autolock

The autolock feature will lock all of the doors when:

• all vehicle doors are fully closed

• the ignition key is turned to the ON position

• the vehicle is in a forward gear and

• you exceed 5 km/h (3 mph).

The autolock feature repeats when:

• the ignition key remains in the ON position

• a door is opened and then closed

• the vehicle is in a forward gear, and

• you exceed 5 km/h (3 mph).

The autolock feature can be turned on/off by using the feature menu in the message center. Refer to Electronic message center for more information.

SECURILOCK姟 PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM

Your vehicle is equipped with a coded-key anti-theft system. Only the correct key will be able to start your vehicle. If your keys are lost or stolen, you must take your vehicle to your dealership for key reprogramming.

The SecuriLock娂 passive anti-theft system provides an advanced level of vehicle theft protection. Your vehicle’s engine can only be started with the two special SecuriLock娂 electronically coded keys provided with your vehicle. Each time you start your vehicle, the SecuriLock娂 key is read by the SecuriLock娂 passive anti-theft system. If the SecuriLock娂 key identification code matches the code stored in the SecuriLock娂 passive anti-theft system, the vehicle’s engine is allowed to start. If the SecuriLock娂 key identification code does not match the code stored in the system or if a SecuriLock娂 key is not detected (vehicle theft situation), the vehicle’s engine will not operate.

If there is any potential SecuriLock娂 anti-theft problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL SecuriLock娂 keys for that vehicle are brought to the dealership, to aid in troubleshooting.

The SecuriLock娂 passive anti-theft system is not compatible with aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. Large metallic

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objects or devices such as the Mobil Speedpass娂 on the same key ring as your SecuriLock娂 key may cause vehicle starting problems. These objects and devices cannot damage the SecuriLock娂 key, but can cause a momentary problem if they are too close to the key when starting the engine. If a problem occurs, turn ignition off and restart the engine with all other objects on the key ring held away from the SecuriLock娂 ignition key.

Spare SecuriLock娂 keys can be purchased from your dealership and programmed to your SecuriLock娂 passive anti-theft system. Refer to Programming spare SecuriLock娂 keys for more information.

If one or both of your SecuriLock娂 keys are lost or stolen and you want to ensure the lost or stolen key will not operate your vehicle, bring your vehicle and all available SecuriLock娂 keys to your dealership for reinitialization.

Theft indicator

The theft indicator on top of the dash will operate as follows:

• When the ignition is OFF, the theft indicator will flash briefly every two seconds to indicate the SecuriLock娂 system is protecting your vehicle.

• When the ignition is turned to RUN or START, the theft indicator will light for three seconds and then go out. If the theft indicator stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your dealership or a qualified technician.

Programming spare SecuriLock姟 keys

Spare SecuriLock娂 keys can be purchased from your dealership and programmed to your SecuriLock娂 passive anti-theft system (up to a total of eight keys). Your dealership can program your new SecuriLock娂 key(s) to your vehicle or you can do it yourself using the following simple procedure. To program a new SecuriLock娂 key yourself, you will need two previously programmed SecuriLock娂 keys (keys that already operate your vehicle’s engine). If two previously programmed SecuriLock娂 keys are not available (one or both of your original keys were lost or stolen), you must bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the spare SecuriLock娂 key(s) programmed.

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Procedure to program spare SecuriLock姟 keys to your vehicle

New SecuriLock娂 keys must have the correct mechanical key cut for your vehicle.

Conventional (non-SecuriLock娂) keys cannot be programmed to your vehicle.

You will need to have two previously programmed SecuriLock娂 keys and the new unprogrammed SecuriLock娂 key readily accessible for the procedure. Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin.

1. Insert the first previously programmed SecuriLock娂 key into the

ignition and turn the ignition from OFF to ON (maintain ignition in ON for at least one second).

2. Turn ignition to OFF and remove the first SecuriLock娂 key from the

ignition.

3. Within five seconds of turning the ignition to OFF, insert the second

previously programmed SecuriLock娂 key into the ignition and turn the ignition from OFF to ON (maintain ignition in ON for at least one second but no more than five seconds).

4. Turn the ignition to OFF and remove the second SecuriLock娂 key

from the ignition.

5. Within 10 seconds of turning the ignition to OFF, insert the

unprogrammed SecuriLock娂 key (new key/valet key) into the ignition and turn the ignition from OFF to ON (maintain ignition in ON for at least one second). This step will program your new SecuriLock娂 key.

6. To program additional SecuriLock娂 key(s), repeat this procedure from

step 1. If the programming procedure was successful, the new SecuriLock娂

key(s) will start the vehicle’s engine. The theft indicator (located on the instrument cluster) will light for three seconds and then go out.

If the programming procedure was not successful, the new SecuriLock娂 key(s) will not operate the vehicle’s engine. The theft indicator will flash on and off. Wait at least one minute and then repeat the procedure from step 1. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the spare SecuriLock娂 key(s) programmed.

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INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE (IF EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartment release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the luggage compartment.

Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle.

To open the luggage compartment door (lid) from the inside, pull the illuminated “T” shaped handle and push up on the trunk lid. The material that the handle is made of will glow for hours in the darkness of the luggage compartment following brief exposure to ambient light.

The “T” shaped handle will be located either on the luggage compartment door (lid) or inside the luggage compartment near the tail lamps.

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luggage compartment locked and keep keys out of a child’s reach. Unsupervised children could lock themselves in an open trunk and risk injury. Children should be taught not to play in vehicles.

On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can

rise very quickly. Exposure of people or animals to these high temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Small children are particularly at risk.

Seating and safety restraints

SEATING

Adjustable head restraints

Your vehicle’s seats may be equipped with head restraints which are vertically adjustable. The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision. To properly adjust your head restraints, lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible. Refer to the following to raise and lower the head restraints.

The head restraints can be moved up and down.

Push control to lower head restraint.

Adjusting the power front seats – door mounted controls

The controls for the power seats are located on the inside of each front door.

Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is

moving.

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Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring

people in a collision or sudden stop.

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap

belt snug and low across the hips.

Reclining the seatback can reduce the effectiveness of the seat’s

safety belt in the event of a collision.

Press the control to recline the seatback forward or backward.

Press to move the seat forward or backward.

Press to move the front portion of the seat cushion up or down.

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Press to move the rear portion of the seat cushion up or down.

Heated seats (if equipped)

To operate the heated seats:

• Slide the control to BACK to heat the seatback only.

• Slide the control to BOTH to heat the seatback and the seat cushion.

BACK

BOTH

• Rotate the thumbwheel to select the desired heat (from 0 (OFF) to 5 (HI)). Allow five minutes for the heat level to stabilize.

If the heated seat switch is not turned OFF, the seat will heat up to the selected temperature level each time the vehicle is started.

Using the power lumbar support

The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat.

Press one side of the control to adjust firmness.

Press the other side of the control to adjust softness.

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Easy access/easy out feature

This feature automatically moves the driver’s seat backward when:

• the transmission is in N (Neutral) or P (Park)

• the key is removed from the ignition cylinder

The seat will move 5cm (2 inches) forward (to the original position) when:

• the transmission is in N (Neutral) or P (Park)

• the key is placed in the ignition cylinder

SAFETY RESTRAINTS

Safety restraints precautions

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips.

To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained.

Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from

injury in a collision.

All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag SRS is

provided.

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 allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly.

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In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely

to die than a person wearing a seat belt.

Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt

assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm.

2) Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder. 3) Never use a single belt for more than one person.

Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back

seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints.

Combination lap and shoulder belts

1. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle.

2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle.

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The front outboard and rear safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The front passenger and rear seat safety belts have two types of locking modes described below:

Vehicle sensitive mode

The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode, allowing free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 8 km/h (5 mph) or more, the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers.

Automatic locking mode

In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt.

The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt.

When to use the automatic locking mode

• Anytime a child safety seat is installed in the vehicle. Children 12

years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. Refer to Safety Restraints for Children or Safety Seats for Children later in this chapter.

How to use the automatic locking mode

• Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt.

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• Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted.

• Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode.

How to disengage the automatic locking mode

Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode.

Front safety belt height adjustment

Your vehicle has safety belt height adjustments for the driver and front passenger. Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder.

To lower the shoulder belt height, push the button and slide the height adjuster down. To raise the height of the shoulder belt, slide the height adjuster up. Pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place.

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Position the shoulder belt height adjuster so that the belt rests

across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision.

Lap belts

Adjusting the front center seat lap belt (if equipped)

The lap belt does not adjust automatically. Adjust to fit snugly and as low as possible around your hips. Do not wear the lap belt around your waist.

Insert the tongue into the correct buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from). To lengthen the belt, turn the tongue at a right angle to the belt and pull across your lap until it reaches the buckle. To tighten the belt, pull the loose end of the belt through the tongue until it fits snugly across the hips.

Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use.

Safety belt extension assembly

If the safety belt assembly is too short, even when fully extended, 20 cm (8 inches) can be added to the safety belt assembly by adding a safety belt extension assembly (part number 611C22). Safety belt extension assemblies can be obtained from your dealer at no cost.

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Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt. Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended. Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso.

Safety belt warning light and indicator chime

The seat belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts.

Conditions of operation

If... Then...

The driver’s safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position...

The driver’s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding...

The driver’s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position...

The safety belt warning light illuminates1-2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds.

The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn off.

The safety belt warning light and indicator chime remain off.

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Belt Minder (if equipped)

The Belt Minder feature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt warning function. This feature provides additional reminders to the driver that the driver’s safety belt is unbuckled by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster.

If... Then...

The driver’s safety belt is not buckled before the vehicle has reached at least 5 km/h (3 mph) and 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to ON...

The driver’s safety belt is buckled while the safety belt indicator light is illuminated and the safety belt warning chime is sounding...

The driver’s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position...

The purpose of the Belt Minder is to remind occasional wearers to wear safety belts all of the time.

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts: (All statistics based on U.S. data)

The Belt Minder feature is activated - the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for 6 seconds every 30 seconds, repeating for approximately 5 minutes or until safety belt is buckled.

The Belt Minder feature will not activate.

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