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or off. When the ignition and the compass feature are on, the compass will show two character boxes for approximately two seconds. After two seconds, the mirror will display the compass heading. If, after two seconds, the display does not show a compass heading (“N” for North, for example), there may be a strong magnetic field interfering with the compass. Such interference may be caused by a magnetic antenna mount, magnetic note pad holder or a similar magnetic item.

Compass Variance The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight. Under certain circumstances, as during a long distance cross-country trip, it will be necessary to adjust for compass variance. Compass variance is the difference between earth’s magnetic north and true geographic north. If not adjusted to account for compass variance, your compass could give false readings.

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To adjust for compass variance: 1. Press and hold the COMPASS button located at the bottom of the mirror until a zone number appears in the display.

2. Find your current location and variance zone number

on the following zone map.

3. Press the COMPASS button on the bottom of the mirror until the new zone number appears in the display. After you stop pressing the button, the display will show a compass direction within a few seconds. (This is the automatic calibration mode. Drive in a circle to calibrate the mirror. See “Compass Calibration” following.)

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Compass Calibration If the letter “C” should ever appear in the compass window, the mirror may need calibration. The mirror can be calibrated in one of two ways: D Drive the vehicle in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less

until the display reads a direction, or

D Drive the vehicle on your everyday routine.

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Power Remote Control Mirror

Your vehicle has an electric mirror control located on the driver’s door armrest. Move the switch below the control to choose the right or left mirror. If you place the switch in the center position, no movement of the mirror will occur. To adjust the mirror, push the arrow control in the direction you want the mirror to go.

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Adjust each mirror so you can just see the side of your vehicle and the area behind your vehicle. If your vehicle is equipped with the optional memory seat and mirrors feature, these mirror positions, along with the driver’s seat position can be stored in memory. See “Memory Seat and Mirrors” in the Index. Parallel Park Assist Mirror (If Equipped) If you have the optional DIC feature, the passenger’s outside rearview mirror also includes a tilt-down feature that operates when the shift lever is in REVERSE (R). When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (R), the passenger mirror will return to its original position after a five-second delay. This delay prevents movement of the mirror if multiple gear transitions (reverse to drive to reverse) occur during a parallel parking maneuver. This feature can be programmed on or off through the Personal Choice selection menu. See “Driver Information Center” or “Personal Choice Features” in the Index for programming instructions. This feature assists the driver with improved rear obstacle detection.

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Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat.

CAUTION:

A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.

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Automatic Dimming/Heated Outside Rearview Mirror (If Equipped) If you have this feature, the driver’s side outside mirror will adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you. This feature is controlled by the on and off settings on the automatic electrochromic day/night rearview mirror. See “Automatic Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror” earlier in this section. If you have this feature, the left and right outside mirrors are also heated when you activate the rear window defogger. See “Rear Window Defogger” in the Index. Both outside mirrors can be folded forward or rearward. In the rearward position, they will fold flush with the vehicle. This feature is particularly useful in automatic car washes. Storage Compartments Glove Box The glove box is directly in front of the front passenger’s seat. Use the door key to lock and unlock the glove box. To open the glove box, pull the handle upward until the latch opens.

Garage Door Opener Compartment

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The garage door opener storage area is located in the headliner near the reading lamps. The following chart and instructions will help you install your garage door opener in the overhead storage area. 1. Push the extended tab (above the GARAGE button)

or insert a screwdriver between the tab and outer edge of the cover. The garage door opener cover will flip down.

2. Remove the square height adapters from the cover.

Refer to the chart to determine the number and location of the height adapters for your garage door opener. If your unit does not appear on the chart, you will have to try different adapter number and location combinations.

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Vehicle Console Door Number Of Position For Adapter(s) Adapter(s)

—

—

1 OR 10

10

10
10

10
10

—

—

Your Garage Door Transmitter

Name

CHAMBERLAIN

Model G-3684

CRUSADER

1-BUTTON

GENIE GENIE GENIE GENIE GENIE GENIE

AT85P AT85
AT90
MAT85
MAT90
AT285P

GENIE

AT95

LIFTMASTER LIFTMASTER

LINEAR

LINEAR LINEAR LINEAR LINEAR

G3446
G3456
DT2A

D22A

EK-11/H

ET-2
D22B

Button

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Vehicle Console Door Number Of Position For Adapter(s) Adapter(s)

10
10

Your Garage Door Transmitter

Name

MULTIELMAC

Model 3033

MULTIELMAC MULTIELMAC MULTIELMAC MULTIELMAC

1048
1087
3060
1098

OVERHEAD

DOOR

OO

OVERHEAD

DOOR

OO

OVERHEAD

DOOR

OO

OVERHEAD

DOOR

OO

1-BTN 223

2-BTN 265

3-BTN 242

4-BTN 232

PULSAR PULSAR

921
931

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Button

Your Garage Door Transmitter

Name

PULSAR

Model 832

PULSAR

833

PULSAR

832C

PULSAR PULSAR SEARS SEARS SHIMA

STANLEY STANLEY STANLEY

833B

PDX-9921
9B53738
9B53708

RT-18
1047
1050
1076

STANLEY

1079

STANLEY

1075

STANLEY

331-1052

Button

Vehicle Console Door Number Of Position For Adapter(s) Adapter(s)

Your Garage Door Transmitter

Name LINEAR

Model DT4

LINEAR

D4B

MICOM MICOM

ESP-T-9R ESP-T-9

MULTIELMAC MULTIELMAC MULTIELMAC MULTIELMAC

MULTIELMAC MULTIELMAC

3010
3089
3070
3032

1054
3034

Button

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Vehicle Console Door Number Of Position For Adapter(s) Adapter(s)

10
10
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3. Place the height adapters on the proper peg using the

suggested combinations or by lining up the height adapters and the transmitter button on your garage door opener.

Front Storage Armrest

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You may have a fold-down armrest between the front seats that opens into a storage area. To open it, pull up on the lever at the front edge. Inside are cupholders that can be rotated forward for use with the armrest cover closed. There is also a removable coinholder and a storage area for cassette tapes and compact discs.

4. Use the VelcroR found in the storage area and a ttach the garage door opener securely inside the console. Line up the transmitter button with the height adapters.

5. Close the cover and test the GARAGE button. If your garage door opener doesn’t work after it is installed, try another combination. 2-58

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Rear Storage Armrest

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Your vehicle may have a center console that opens to two storage compartments. The front of the console has two cupholders that can be unfolded for use. Flip the center of the console forward to use the built-in writing surface on top of the lid. You will also find an auxiliary power outlet located inside the storage compartment and one on the lower front edge of the console. These outlets can be used for accessories requiring electrical power, such as a cellular phone or fax machine. See “Auxiliary Power Outlets” in the Index. The console also contains a removeable coinholder as well as storage for cassette tapes and compact discs.

Your vehicle’s rear seat armrest contains two cupholders. To access the cupholders, pull the armrest down from the rear seatback. Some models may also include a storage area inside the armrest. To open it, pull up on the lever at the front edge of the armrest.

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Rear Seat Pass Through Your vehicle is equipped with a rear storage armrest with a pass-through feature that allows for trunk access. Pull the rear armrest down, then push down on the trunk access panel latch to open the panel. To close, push the access panel until it latches. Convenience Net Your vehicle has a convenience net. You’ll see it just inside the back wall of the trunk. Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind the net. It can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops. The net isn’t for larger, heavier loads. Store them in the trunk as far forward as you can. You can unhook the net so that it will lie flat when you’re not using it.

Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Front Ashtray The front ashtray may be removed for cleaning. To remove, grasp the sides and pull forward. Rear Ashtray The rear ashtrays are located on each rear door panel. To remove the rear ashtray, open the lid and ease the ashtray upward until the edge can be grasped to pull the ashtray up and out.

NOTICE:

Don’t put papers or other flammable things into your ashtrays. Hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them, causing a damaging fire.

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Cigarette Lighter There are cigarette lighters near the front and rear ashtrays. To use one, push it in all the way and let go. When it’s ready, it will pop back by itself.

NOTICE:

If you hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating, it won’t be able to back away from the heating element when it’s ready. That can make it overheat, damaging the lighter and the heating element.

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Sun Visors Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror Your vehicle has illuminated visor vanity mirrors. When you open the visor vanity mirror by pulling up, the lamps turn on. The brightness of the lamps can be adjusted by sliding the switch. Your vehicle may also have visor vanity mirrors for the rear seat passengers. To block out glare, swing down the visors. The larger sun visor can be removed from the center mount and moved to the side, while the auxiliary sun visor remains to block glare from the front. The front side of the driver’s sun visor also contains a pocket for map storage.

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Auxiliary Power Outlets Your vehicle may have one or two power outlets depending on the type of front seat you have. If your front seat has a fold-down armrest, the power outlet is located in the center of the front seat below the cushion. If your vehicle has front bucket seats with a center console, you will find one outlet inside the storage compartment and the other on the lower front edge of the console. These power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or CB radio. Follow the proper installation instructions that are included with the equipment you install.

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OnStar System (Option) Your vehicle may have the OnStar communications service feature. The following services are available 24 hours a day from an OnStar representative: D Roadside Service with Location D Emergency Services Button D Remote Door Unlock D Theft Detection/Notification and

Stolen-Vehicle Tracking

D Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment D Concierge/Customer Conveniences Services NOTE: Installation of aftermarket equipment is possible, however, the features described above will not be compatible with any portable phone other than the OnStar cellular telephone available from your dealer. For more information about the OnStar System, contact your dealer.

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The sunroof switch can be operated in four directions to control astroroof movement. To open the glass panel and sunshade, press the switch rearward and release. The astroroof will open automatically to the full-open position. To stop the panel in a partially-open position, press the switch again at the desired point. To continue to open fully, press the switch rearward again and release. The sunshade can also be opened manually. To close the glass panel, press and hold the switch forward. The sunshade must be manually closed. Once the astroroof is closed, it can be opened to a vent position. Push the switch upward to vent. To close, pull the switch downward. The sunshade must be opened and closed manually for vent operation.

Assist Straps An assist strap over each rear door and the front passenger’s door can be used to help you get in or out of your vehicle. Garment Hooks For your convenience, you will find a two-hanger capacity garment hook above each rear door near the reading lamps. Astroroof (If Equipped)

If you have the express-open astroroof option, the switch is on the roof between the sun visors. It will open the astroroof when in retained accessory power or when the ignition is on.

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Universal Transmitter (If Equipped) This transmitter allows you to consolidate the functions of up to three individual hand-held transmitters.

It will operate garage doors and gates, or other devices controlled by radio frequency such as home/office lighting systems.

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The transmitter will learn and transmit the frequencies of most current transmitters and is powered by your vehicle’s battery and charging system. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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. This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes and modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.

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Programming the Universal Transmitter Do not use the Universal Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the “stop and reverse” safety feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door you are programming. Your vehicle’s engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter. Follow these steps to program up to three channels: 1. If you have previously programmed a transmitter channel, proceed to Step 2. Otherwise, hold down the two outside buttons on the Universal Transmitter until the indicator light begins to flash rapidly (after 20 seconds). Then release the buttons. This procedure initializes the memory and erases any previous settings for all three channels.

2. Decide which one of the three channels you want to program. Hold the end of the hand-held transmitter about 2 to 5 inches (5 to 13 cm) away from the surface of the Universal Transmitter so that you can still see the indicator light.

3. Using both hands, press the hand-held transmitter

button and the desired button on the Universal Transmitter. Continue to press both buttons through Step 4.

4. Hold down both buttons until you see the indicator light on the Universal Transmitter flash slowly and then rapidly. The rapid flashing indicates that the Universal Transmitter has been programmed. Release both buttons once the indicator light starts to flash rapidly.

If you have trouble programming the Universal Transmitter, make sure that you have followed the directions exactly as described. The Universal Transmitter may not work with older garage door openers that do not meet current Federal Consumer Safety Standards. If you cannot program the transmitter after repeated attempts, refer to “Rolling Codes Programming” later in this section or contact the Universal Transmitter manufacturer at 1-800-355-3515. Be sure to keep the original hand-held transmitter in case you need to erase and reprogram the Universal Transmitter.

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Note to Canadian Owners: During programming, the hand-held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting after one or two seconds. In this case, you should press and re-press the button on the hand-held transmitter every two seconds without ever releasing the button on the Universal Transmitter. Release both buttons when the indicator light on the Universal Transmitter begins to flash rapidly. Operating the Universal Transmitter Press and release the appropriate button on the Universal Transmitter. The indicator light comes on while the signal is being transmitted. If the hand-held transmitter appears to program the Universal Transmitter but does not open your garage door, and if the garage door opener was manufactured after 1996, the garage door opener may have a “rolling code” system. A rolling code system changes the code of the garage door opener every time you open or close the garage door.

To determine if you have this system, press the button on the Universal Transmitter that you have programmed already. If the indicator light on the Universal Transmitter flashes rapidly for one or two seconds and then turns solid, the garage door opener has a rolling code system. In a rolling code system, the garage door motor head unit must be trained to the Universal Transmitter. “Rolling Code” Programming (If Equipped) If you have not previously programmed the hand-held transmitter to the Universal Transmitter, see “Programming the Universal Transmitter” listed previously. If you have completed this programming already, you now need to train the garage door opener motor head unit to recognize the Universal Transmitter. Refer to your garage door opener owner’s manual for the proper transmitter training procedure for your garage door opener brand. 1. Find the training button on the garage door opener

motor head unit. The exact location and color of the button may vary by garage door opener brand. If you have difficulty finding the training button, refer to your garage door opener owner’s manual.

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2. Press the training button on the garage door opener

motor head unit. Note: Following this step, you have 30 seconds to start Step 3.

3. Return to the Universal Transmitter in your vehicle

and firmly press and release the Universal Transmitter button you have already programmed for two to three seconds. Press and release the button again (you may need to do this step up to three times) to make sure that the Universal Transmitter has been trained to the garage door opener motor head unit. Check that the training was successful.

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The garage door opener should now recognize the Universal Transmitter. You may either use the Universal Transmitter or the hand-held transmitter to open the garage door. If after following these instructions, you still have problems training the garage door opener, contact the Universal Transmitter manufacturer at 1-800-355-3515. Erasing Channels To erase all three programmed channels, hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash (after 20 seconds). Release both buttons. Accessories Accessories for the Universal Transmitter are available from the manufacturer of the unit. If you would like additional information, please call 1-800-355-3515.

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The Instrument Panel - Your Information System

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The main components of your instrument panel are: A. Air Outlet B. Headlamps/Parking Lamps Switch C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever D. Instrument Cluster/Gages E. Hazard Warning Flasher Switch F. Climate Control System and Audio Steering Wheel

Controls

G. Gearshift Lever H. Audio System I. Air Outlet

J. Fuel Button K. Trunk Release and Lockout Button L. Hood Release M. Audio System Steering Wheel Controls N. Ignition Switch O. Traction Control Switch P. Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter Q. Climate Control System R. Glove Box S. Passenger Climate Control

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Instrument Panel Cluster Your vehicle is equipped with one of the following instrument panel clusters. Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. It includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages. Be sure to read about those that apply to the instrument cluster for your vehicle.

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Standard Cluster (United States version shown, Canadian similar)

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Cluster With DIC (United States version shown, Canadian similar)

Tachometer

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The tachometer tells you how fast the engine is running. It displays engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute (rpm).

NOTICE:

Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the red area, or engine damage may occur.

Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). Your vehicle has a tamper-resistant odometer. You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed. If possible, the new one has to be set to the same reading the old one had. If it can’t be, then it’s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver’s door to show the old mileage reading and when the new odometer was installed.

Trip Odometer A trip odometer can tell how far you’ve driven since you last set it back to zero. To reset it, push the RESET button. The trip odometer is reset through the DIC if your vehicle is equipped with this feature.

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Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. As you will see in the details on the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they’re working. If you are familiar with this section, you should not be alarmed when this happens. Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there’s a problem with your vehicle.

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When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please follow this manual’s advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly -- and even dangerous. So please get to know your warning lights and gages. They’re a big help. Your vehicle may also have a driver information system that works along with the warning lights and gages. See “Driver Information System” in the Index. Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety belt is already buckled.

The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for about 20 seconds, then it will flash for about 55 seconds.

If the driver’s belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor the light will come on.

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Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the air bag system, see “Air Bag” in the Index.

Battery Warning Light

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When you turn the key to RUN, this light will come on briefly, to show the battery charging system is working.

This light will come on when you start your engine, and it will flash for a few seconds. Then the light should go out. This means the system is ready.

When the light goes off and stays off, the charging system is working. If the light stays on, a chime will sound indicating you need service, and you should take your vehicle to the dealer at once. To save your battery until you get there, turn off all accessories and turn off your climate control system.

If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the engine or comes on when you are driving, your air bag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away. The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If the light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem.

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Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away.

This light should come on when you turn the key to START. If it doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem.

If the light and chime come on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. (See “Towing Your Vehicle” in the Index.)

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CAUTION:

Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. If the light is still on after you’ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service.

When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake. The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn’t release fully. If you try to drive off with the parking brake set, a chime will also come on until you release the parking brake. If the light and chime stay on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem.

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Traction Control System Warning Light (Option)

This warning light should come on briefly as you start the engine.

If the warning light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem. If it stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, there may be a problem with your traction control system and your vehicle may need service. When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly.

Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti-lock brake system, the light(s) will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds. That’s normal.

If the light stays on and the chime sounds, turn the ignition to OFF. Or, if the light comes on and the chime sounds when you’re driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the light still stays on and the chime sounds, or the light comes on again while you’re driving, your vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning light isn’t on, you still have brakes, but you don’t have anti-lock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, you don’t have anti-lock brakes and there’s a problem with your regular brakes. See “Brake System Warning Light” earlier in this section. The anti-lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If the light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem.

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The traction control system warning light may come on for the following reasons: D If you turn the system off by pressing the button located on the end of the shift lever, the warning light will come on and stay on. To turn the system back on, press the button again. The warning light should go off. (See “Traction Control System” in the Index for more information.)

D If there’s a brake system problem that is specifically related to traction control, the traction control system will turn off, the warning light will come on and the chime will sound.

D If the traction control system is affected by an

engine-related problem, the system will turn off, the warning light will come on and the chime will sound.

If the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on, your vehicle needs service.

Engine Coolant Temperature Gage

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This gage measures the temperature of your engine. If the pointer moves into the red area, your engine is too hot. A temperature indicator light will turn on and a chime will sound.

If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, and the temperature indicator light turns on, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible. The section “Problems on the Road,” in this manual explains what to do. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index.

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Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light)

NOTICE:

Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems.

If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty.

This system is called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment. The SERVICE ENGINE SOON light comes on and a chime will sound to indicate that there is a problem and service is required. Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent. This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle. This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction.

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NOTICE:

Modifications made to the engine, transaxle, exhaust or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect your vehicle’s emission controls and may cause the “SERVICE ENGINE SOON” light to come on. Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty. This may also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test.

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This light should come on, as a check to show you it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light doesn’t come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways: D Light Flashing -- A misfire condition has been

detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required.

D Light On Steady -- An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required.

If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: D Reducing vehicle speed. D Avoiding hard accelerations. D Avoiding steep uphill grades. D If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of

cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible.

If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady” following.

If the light continues to flash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park your vehicle. Turn the key off, wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine. If the light remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady” following. If the light is still flashing, follow the previous steps, and drive the vehicle to your dealer or qualified service center for service.

If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install the cap. See “Filling Your Tank” in the Index. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off. Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water? If so, your electrical system may be wet. The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out. A few driving trips should turn the light off.

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Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel (see “Fuel” in the Index). Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration. (These conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up.) This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on. If you experience one or more of these conditions, change the fuel brand you use. It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. If none of the above steps have made the light turn off, have your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle. Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed. Oil Pressure Light

The oil pressure light can come on briefly when you turn your key to RUN. It goes off once you turn the key to START. That’s just a check to be sure the light works. This is normal and doesn’t show a problem. If it doesn’t come on and then go off, be sure to have it fixed so it will be there to warn you if something goes wrong. When this light comes on and stays on, and a chime sounds, it means oil isn’t going through your engine properly. You could be low on oil, or you might have some other oil problem. See your dealer for service.

CAUTION:

Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced.

This light tells you if there could be a problem with your engine oil pressure.

NOTICE:

Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty.

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Fuel Gage

This light will come on if you have certain non-emission related vehicle problems.

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Your fuel gage shows about how much fuel is in your tank. It works only when the ignition is on.

For example, if the entire electrical system fails to send and receive messages from the vehicle’s components, the SERVICE VEHICLE SOON warning light comes on. These problems may not be obvious and may affect vehicle performance or durability. Consult a qualified dealership for necessary repairs to maintain top vehicle performance. The light will come on briefly when your ignition is turned on to show that it is working properly. Cruise Light

The CRUISE light comes on when you set your cruise control. See “Cruise Control” in the Index.

When the indicator moves to the edge of the low fuel warning band, the low fuel light will turn on and a chime will sound. You still have a little fuel left, but you need to get more fuel right away. A concern owners have had about the fuel gage is that it takes more (or less) gas to fill up than the gage indicated. For example, the gage may have indicated half full, but it took more (or less) than half of the tank’s capacity to fill it. This situation is normal and indicates nothing wrong with the fuel gage.

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The HUD shows these images when they are lighted on the instrument panel cluster. Be sure to continue scanning your displays, controls and driving environment just as you would in a vehicle without HUD. If you never look at your instrument panel, you may not see something important, such as a warning light.

Head-Up Display (HUD) (If Equipped)

CAUTION:

If the HUD image is too bright, or too high in your field of view, it may take you more time to see things you need to see when it’s dark outside. Be sure to keep the HUD image dim and placed low in your field of view.

If your vehicle is equipped with the Head-Up Display (HUD), you can see some of the driver information that appears on your instrument cluster. The information may be displayed in English or metric units and appears as a reflection in the windshield. The HUD consists of the following information: D Speedometer Reading D Turn Signal Indicators D High-Beam Headlamp Indicator D CHECK GAGES Message

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Although the HUD image appears to be near the front of the vehicle, do not use it as a parking aid. The HUD was not designed for that purpose. If you try to use the display as a marker for the front of your vehicle, such as in a parking lot, you may misjudge distance and hit an obstacle or another vehicle.

The HUD controls are located in the overhead console.

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1. Start your engine and slide the HUD dimmer control

all the way up. The brightness of the HUD image is determined by whether the headlamps are on or off, and where you have the HUD dimmer control set.

2. Adjust the seat to your driving position. Slide the

image height adjuster control all the way up, raising the image as far as possible.

3. Now slide the image height adjuster control down so the image is as low as possible but still in full view. 4. Slide the dimmer control downward until the HUD

image is no brighter than necessary.

To turn the HUD display off, slide the dimmer control all the way down. If the sun comes out, the sky becomes cloudy, or if you turn your headlamps on, you may need to adjust the HUD brightness using the dimmer control. Polarized sunglasses could make the HUD image harder to see. To change the display from English to metric units, push the ENG/MET button located to the left of the steering column.

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Care of the HUD Clean the inside of the windshield as necessary to remove any dirt or film that reduces the sharpness or clarity of the HUD image. To clean the HUD lens, spray household glass cleaner on a soft, clean cloth. Gently wipe and dry the HUD lens. Do not spray cleaner directly on the lens to avoid cleaner leaking inside the unit. If You Can’t See The HUD Image When the Ignition is On If the ignition is on and you can’t see the HUD image, check to see if: D The headlamps are on. D Something is covering the HUD unit. D The HUD dimmer control is adjusted properly. D The HUD image is adjusted to the proper height. D A fuse is blown. See “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in

the Index.

Keep in mind that your windshield is part of the HUD system. If you ever have to have your windshield replaced, be sure to get one that is designed for HUD or your HUD image may look blurred or out of focus.

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Driver Information Center (DIC) (If Equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with a Driver Information Center (DIC). The DIC will display information about how your vehicle is functioning, as well as warning messages if a system problem is detected.

The following buttons are on the DIC control panel which is located to the left of the steering column:

D ODO/TRIP: Use this button to display your total and

trip miles.

D FUEL INFO: Press this button to display fuel information such as fuel used, fuel range and fuel economy.

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pressure, oil life, coolant temperature, tire pressure and battery information.

D RESET: This button, used along with other buttons,

will reset system functions.

D ENG/MET: Use this button to change the display

between English and metric units.

DIC Controls and Displays There are two lines in the DIC display. The bottom line on the display area is left blank when the DIC displays the driver number identified when entering the vehicle. You can have your dealer program your name to appear on this display line. See your dealer for more information. When you turn the ignition on, the DIC will display your DRIVER NUMBER. The system will then perform a status check and display any messages if a problem is detected. If there are no problems detected, the display will return to the mode selected by that driver the last time the ignition was turned off. If a problem is detected, a diagnostic message will appear in the display. The following pages will show the messages you may see on the DIC display.

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The message center is continuously updated with the vehicle’s performance status.

ODO/TRIP When this button is pressed, the display will show the total mileage, and TRIP 1 or TRIP 2 miles. TRIP 1 and TRIP 2 will display the miles traveled since the last reset. To reset the trip odometer, press the ODO/TRIP button until the trip miles are shown in the DIC display, then press the RESET button. The trip odometer will now accumulate miles until the next reset.

FUEL INFO Fuel Used: Press the FUEL INFO button until the display shows FUEL USED. This display will show you how much fuel has been used since the last reset. To learn how much fuel is used from a new starting point, press the RESET button while the fuel used is displayed in the DIC. Fuel Range: Press the FUEL INFO button until the display shows FUEL RANGE. The fuel range will calculate the remaining distance you can drive without refueling. This calculation is based on the average fuel economy for the last 25 miles (40.25 km) driven, and the fuel remaining in the fuel tank. The RESET button does not function in this mode.

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Instantaneous Fuel Economy: Press the FUEL INFO button until the display shows FUEL ECONOMY INST. Instantaneous fuel economy varies with your driving conditions, such as acceleration, braking and the grade of the road being traveled. The RESET button does not function in this mode. Average Fuel Economy: Press the FUEL INFO button until the display shows FUEL ECONOMY AVERAGE. Average fuel economy is viewed as a long term approximation of your overall driving conditions. To learn the average fuel economy from a new starting point, press the RESET button while the average fuel economy is displayed in the DIC.

GAGE INFO Coolant Temperature: Press the GAGE INFO button until COOLANT TEMP appears in the display. If there are no problems detected with the temperature, COOLANT TEMP NORMAL will appear in the display. If the temperature is too high, COOLANT TEMP HOT will appear in the display. If you see the COOLANT TEMP HOT message, your engine is overheated. You should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off your engine as soon as possible. This manual explains what to do. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index.

Battery Volts: Press the GAGE INFO button until the display shows BATTERY STATE. If the voltage is normal the display will show BATTERY STATE NORMAL. If the voltage drops below 10.5 volts, the display will show BATTERY STATE LOW. If the voltage is above 16 volts, the display will show BATTERY STATE HIGH. If the display shows the high or low message, you need to have your battery checked. Oil Pressure: Press the GAGE INFO button until OIL PRESSURE appears in the display. If there are no problems detected with the oil pressure, the display will show OIL PRESSURE NORMAL. If a low oil pressure condition is detected, the display will show OIL PRESSURE LOW. If you see the OIL PRESSURE LOW message, you could be low on oil or your oil is not going through the engine properly. See your dealer for service. Oil Life Monitor (Index): Press the GAGE INFO button until OIL LIFE INDEX appears in the display. The OIL LIFE INDEX NORMAL display will show an estimate of the oil’s remaining useful life. When the oil life index is less than 10%, the display will show OIL LIFE INDEX CHANGE OIL. When you have the oil changed, you will have to reset the oil life monitor. To reset the Oil Life Monitor (Index), see “Engine Oil Life Monitor” or “Engine Oil, When to Change” in the Index.

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Tire Pressure Status: Press the GAGE INFO button until TIRE PRESSURE appears in the display. TIRE PRESSURE NORMAL is displayed when the Check Tire Pressure System believes your vehicle’s tire pressures are normal. If a potential tire pressure problem is detected, the display will show TIRE PRESSURE LOW: CHECK TIRES. If you see the TIRE PRESSURE LOW: CHECK TIRES message, you should stop as soon as you can and check all your tires for damage. (If a tire is flat, see “If a Tire Goes Flat” in the Index.) Also check the tire pressure in all four tires as soon as you can. See “Inflation - Tire Pressure” and “Check Tire Pressure System” in the Index. There are times when you will have to reset (calibrate) the Check Tire Pressure System. See “Check Tire Pressure System” in the Index.

DIC Warnings and Messages Other messages or warnings may appear in the DIC display such as: D WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID LOW D ENG COOLANT LOW - CHECK LEVEL D ENGINE OIL LOW - CHECK LEVEL D CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON

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D TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM ACTIVE D DOOR AJAR D TRUNK AJAR Pressing any of the DIC control buttons will remove the above messages or warnings from the DIC display. DIC Display and Personal Choice Programming The DIC is used to program the personal choices of two drivers. The drivers are recognized as DRIVER #1 and DRIVER #2. The DIC will identify a person as UNKNOWN DRIVER if they are neither DRIVER #1 nor DRIVER #2. You will let the DIC know which driver you are by using your remote keyless entry transmitter or by pressing one of the MEMORY buttons located on the driver’s door. Each remote keyless entry transmitter was pre-programmed to belong to DRIVER #1 or DRIVER #2. Each transmitter may be programmed differently for each driver. After you press UNLOCK on your transmitter and the ignition is in RUN, the DIC will automatically display the identified driver number. The vehicle will recall the personal choice settings that were last made to correspond to your transmitter, including your radio and comfort control settings. See “Comfort Controls, Personal Choice” in the Index.

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If you unlock the vehicle using your door key instead of your transmitter, the DIC will not change drivers and will recall the information from the last transmitter used or the last driver using one of the MEMORY buttons. If this happens and you were not the last driver of the vehicle, simply press your correct driver number on the appropriate MEMORY button or press UNLOCK on your transmitter. The DIC can be used to program the following personal choice features available with your vehicle: D Memory Seats D Memory Door Locks D Security Feedback D Delayed Locking D Perimeter Lighting D Parallel Park Assist Mirror D Window Lockout See “Personal Choice Features” in the Index.

See the following steps for personal choice programming instructions. 1. Turn the ignition on and keep the transaxle in

PARK (P).

2. Inform the DIC which driver you are by pressing the

UNLOCK button on your transmitter or the appropriate memory seat control.

3. Press and hold the ENG/MET button for five seconds. WELCOME TO BUICK OPTION FEATURE will appear in the display. The next display will be your driver number and the message ARMREST BUTTON CHANGES DRIVER #. You are now in the selection mode and the DIC is ready to program your personal choices in memory. Each feature that can be personalized will appear in the display. Once you have made a selection for a feature, the DIC will move on to the next personal choice feature.

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4. Scroll through the following messages and

feature options: D PARALLEL PARK - OFF/ON D AUTO DOOR LOCKS - OFF/ON D UNLOCK IN PARK - OFF/ON D WHICH DOORS - ALL/DRIVER D DELAYED LOCKING - OFF/ON D LOCK FEEDBACK - OFF/ON D LOCK FEEDBACK - LIGHTS/LIGHTS +

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D UNLOCK FEEDBACK - OFF/LIGHTS D PERIMETER LIGHTS - OFF/ON D SEAT RECALL - OFF/ON D RECALL POSITION - MEMORY/EXIT D WINDOW LOCKOUT - ALL PASS/REAR If you would like to exit the selection mode without moving through each of the personal choice features, simply press a different button on the DIC or turn off the ignition. Whatever personal choices you made will still be retained, even without passing through each of the features.

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If you happen to move past a selection you would like to make a personal choice for, press UNLOCK on your transmitter or press the appropriate driver number on the seat control. This will return you to the beginning of the option feature programming mode. A description of each feature programmable through the DIC follows.

Parallel Park Assist The parallel park assist mirror, which tilts the passenger mirror while the vehicle is in REVERSE (R), can be made active or inactive through the DIC. When PARALLEL PARK-OFF-ON appears on the display, use the ENG/MET button to toggle the arrow between OFF and ON. When you have made your choice, press the RESET button to record your selection. For more information on this feature, see “Mirrors” in the Index.

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To change modes: 1. Move the arrow on the display between ON and OFF

by pressing the ENG/MET button.

2. Once you have made your selection, press the

RESET button and your choice will be retained in memory.

See “Memory Door Locks” in the Index for more information about this feature.

Delayed Locking The delayed locking feature, which delays the actual locking of the vehicle, can be made active or inactive through the DIC. When DELAYED LOCKING - OFF - ON appears on the display, use the ENG/MET button to toggle the arrow between OFF and ON. When you have made your choice, press the RESET button to record your selection. For more information on this feature, see “Delayed Locking” in the Index.

Memory Door Locks The memory door lock modes, when shifting in and out of PARK (P), can be changed through the DIC. You can change these modes by different selections of the following DIC displays: D AUTO DOOR LOCKS - OFF/ON D UNLOCK IN PARK - OFF/ON If you choose OFF for AUTO DOOR LOCKS, your door locks will operate normally with no automatic feature. If you choose ON for AUTO DOOR LOCKS, and ON for UNLOCK IN PARK, your doors will lock every time you shift out of PARK (P), and the doors will unlock every time you stop and shift into PARK (P). If you choose ON for AUTO DOOR LOCKS, and OFF for UNLOCK IN PARK, your door locks will lock every time you shift out of PARK (P), and there will be no automatic door unlock when shifting back into PARK (P). When you choose ON for UNLOCK in PARK, the DIC will display WHICH DOORS - ALL/DRIVER. You have the choice of unlocking all doors, or just the driver’s door.

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Security Feedback By choosing different combinations of these selections, you can choose the type of transmitter activated feedback when locking and unlocking your vehicle with your transmitter. Each time you make a selection by pressing the ENG/MET button, press the RESET button to record your choice. D LOCK FEEDBACK - OFF/ON D LOCK FEEDBACK - LIGHTS/LIGHTS + HORN D UNLOCK FEEDBACK - OFF/LIGHTS If you choose ON for LOCK FEEDBACK you will also need to choose LIGHTS or LIGHTS + HORN. You can select the following modes: D If you choose OFF for LOCK FEEDBACK and

OFF for UNLOCK FEEDBACK, you will receive no security feedback when locking or unlocking your vehicle.

D If you choose OFF for LOCK FEEDBACK and LIGHTS for UNLOCK FEEDBACK, you will receive no security feedback when locking your vehicle and the exterior lamps will flash when unlocking your vehicle.

D If you choose LIGHTS for LOCK FEEDBACK and

OFF for UNLOCK FEEDBACK, your exterior lamps will flash when locking your vehicle and you will receive no security feedback when unlocking your vehicle.

D If you choose LIGHTS for LOCK FEEDBACK and LIGHTS for UNLOCK FEEDBACK, your exterior lamps will flash when locking and when unlocking your vehicle.

D If you choose LIGHTS + HORN for LOCK

FEEDBACK and OFF for UNLOCK FEEDBACK, your exterior lamps will flash and the horn will chirp when locking your vehicle and you will receive no security feedback when unlocking your vehicle.

D If you choose LIGHTS + HORN for LOCK

FEEDBACK and LIGHTS for UNLOCK FEEDBACK, your exterior lamps will flash and the horn will chirp when locking your vehicle and your exterior lamps will flash when unlocking your vehicle.

For more information on this feature, see “Security Feedback” in the Index.

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Perimeter Lighting When the UNLOCK button on the transmitter is pressed, the DRL lamps (high-beams at reduced intensity), parking lamps and back-up lamps will turn on if it is dark enough according to the twilight sentinel. You can control activation of this feature by choosing OFF or ON when the PERIMETER LIGHTS choice is displayed on the DIC. Make your choice by pressing the ENG/MET button and record your choice by pressing the RESET button. NOTE: If you want to choose PERIMETER LIGHTS ON, you must also choose LIGHTS for UNLOCK FEEDBACK while making the security feedback choices. For more information on this feature, see “Perimeter Lighting” in the Index.

Memory Seat Recall This feature recalls the position of your seat. When this feature is active, the memory seat and mirror positions will be recalled for the identified driver when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to enter the vehicle.

You can program this feature to be active by choosing ON when the SEAT RECALL choice appears, or inactive by choosing OFF when the SEAT RECALL choice appears on the DIC. You can also program this feature to recall your memory seat position or the exit seat position. D Memory Position: Choose ON when the SEAT

RECALL choice appears, and then choose MEMORY when the RECALL POSITION choice appears.

D Exit Position: Choose ON when the SEAT RECALL

choice appears, then choose EXIT when the RECALL POSITION choice appears and your seat will move to the stored exit position. The seat will also move when you enter the vehicle after unlocking it with a remote keyless entry transmitter. This will allow for easy entry as well.

For more information on this feature, see “Memory Seats” in the Index.

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Window Lockout The number of passenger windows locked out by the WINDOW LOCK switch can be programmed through the DIC. If you choose ALL PASS, all three passenger window switches will be inactive when the WINDOW LOCK switch is enabled. If you choose REAR, only the two rear passenger window switches will be locked out when the WINDOW LOCK switch is enabled.

To change modes: 1. Move the arrow on the display between ALL PASS

and REAR by pressing the ENG/MET button.

2. Once you have made your selection, press

the RESET button. Your choice will be retained in memory.

For more information on this feature, see “Window Lock” in the Index.

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Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems

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In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle.

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Comfort Controls Personal Choice Comfort Controls (If Equipped) Dual Automatic ComforTemp Climate Control Air Conditioning Heating Defogging and Defrosting Rear Window Defogger Passenger Climate Control Ventilation System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Steering Wheel Controls for Climate Control (If Equipped) Setting the Clock AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player (If Equipped)

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AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped) AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped) AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped) Trunk-Mounted CD Changer (If Equipped) Personal Choice Radio Controls (If Equipped) Theft-Deterrent Feature Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped) Understanding Radio Reception Tips About Your Audio System Care of Your Cassette Tape Player Care of Your Compact Discs Care of Your Compact Disc Player Heated Backlite Antenna

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Dual Automatic ComforTemp Climate Control Your vehicle has the dual automatic comfortemp climate control system. The following information tells you how it works. You will hear a beep each time a button is pushed and a small light on the button will indicate which buttons are active. The lights are on all buttons except TEMP, FAN and AIR FLOW. The display will show fan speed, comfort level setting and airflow direction for a few seconds whenever any button, except for the rear defog, is pushed, and then it will display the outside temperature. The outside temperature reading is most accurate when the vehicle is moving. During stops, when driving slow, or when the engine is first started after a short trip, the outside temperature reading can be affected by road or engine heat. Also, starting the engine within a short time after the vehicle has been running will affect the reading. To ensure proper automatic climate control operation, the outside temperature display may not update as quickly as expected.

Comfort Controls This section tells you how to operate your comfort controls. Your comfort control system uses ozone-friendly R-134a refrigerant. With these systems, you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your vehicle. Your vehicle also has a flow-through ventilation system described later in this section. Personal Choice Comfort Controls (If Equipped) This feature allows two different drivers to store and recall their own climate control settings for temperature, air delivery mode, fan and passenger climate control (on/off) status. The Personal Choice settings recalled are determined by the transmitter used to enter the vehicle. After the UNLOCK button of a remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed, and the ignition is in RUN, the climate control will adjust to the last settings of the identified driver. The settings can also be changed by pressing one of the MEMORY buttons (1 or 2) located on the driver’s door, until you hear two beeps. When adjustments are made, the new settings are automatically saved for the driver.

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Fan Button The speed of the blower fan is controlled automatically if you have the system set for AUTO. Pressing the FAN button will display and hold the current blower fan setting. If you want the blower fan to run at a lower speed, push the bottom of the FAN button. The fan speed will decrease with every push of the button until the lowest speed is reached. If you want to increase the fan speed, push the top of the FAN button. Notice the fan indicators on the display.

Mode Controls Press the AIR FLOW button to deliver air through the floor, middle or windshield outlets. The system will stay in the selected mode until the AUTO button is pushed. Press the up or down arrow on the AIR FLOW button to cycle through the available modes.

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Sun and temperature sensors automatically adjust the air temperature, the airflow direction and the fan speed to maintain your comfort setting. The system may supply cooler air to the side toward the sun. Be careful not to put anything over the sensors on top of the dash.

Temperature Button To adjust the comfort level you want maintained inside the vehicle, push the TEMP button. If you want a warmer comfort level, push the red arrow. If you want a cooler comfort level, push the blue arrow. Your comfort setting is shown in the display.

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Automatic Operation Press the AUTO button when you want the system to automatically adjust to changes in the temperature. When the system is set for automatic operation, air will come from the floor, middle or windshield outlets depending on the temperature inside the vehicle, the outside temperature and sun load. Fan speed will vary as the system gets to and maintains the comfort setting you have selected through the use of the TEMP button. To find your comfort setting, start with the system in AUTO mode and the TEMP button adjusted to a display of 75_F (24_C), give the vehicle about 20 minutes to stabilize, and adjust your comfort setting if necessary, by using the TEMP button. The display will show the comfort setting, fan speed and airflow direction for a few seconds, and then it will display the outside temperature. In cold weather, the system will delay turning the fan on high, to avoid blowing cold air. The length of the delay depends on the engine coolant temperature and the outside temperature. Pushing the FAN, AIR FLOW or FRONT buttons will override this delay, turn off the AUTO setting and change the fan speed.

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Manual Operation You may also manually adjust the air delivery or fan speed. AIR FLOW: This button is used to change the direction of the airflow. The airflow choices available are FLOOR, FLOOR-MID, MID and WINDSHIELD-FLOOR. If the system is set for AUTO, pressing the AIR FLOW button will display the current airflow direction, the comfort setting and the fan speed. Press the AIR FLOW up or down button again to change the direction of the airflow. If the AIR FLOW up button is selected while in the FRONT defrost mode, the system will direct the air toward the mid-position. If the AIR FLOW down button is selected while in the FRONT defrost mode, the system will direct the air toward the FLOOR, and the FRONT defrost mode will cancel. Notice the arrows in the display. OFF: If the passenger comfort control is turned on, it can be turned off by pressing the OFF button once. Pressing the OFF button a second time will turn off the main system. Turning off the main system causes the fan to turn off and the airflow to be directed to the floor. The system will still try to keep the interior of the vehicle at the previous chosen comfort setting. The outside temperature will show on the display when the system is off.

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The ventilation system always allows fresh air to flow through your vehicle when the vehicle is moving, even with the system in the OFF mode. VENT: The VENT button allows outside air to flow through your vehicle without the air conditioning compressor working. Selecting VENT and the AUTO button at the same time allows the system to control automatically without the use of the air conditioning compressor or the use of the RECIRC mode. To turn off the VENT selection, push the VENT button again. RECIRC: When RECIRC is selected, the system will limit the amount of outside air entering your vehicle. This is helpful when you are trying to cool the interior of the vehicle quickly or limit the amount of outside air entering your vehicle for some other reason. RECIRC and AUTO may be selected at the same time. The system will remain in RECIRC until the ignition is turned off. The system will return back to the previously selected mode when the car is turned back on. RECIRC can be selected in all manual airflow modes except FRONT defrost. RECIRC cannot be selected with the VENT button.

FRONT: This selection is used to defrost the

windshield by directing the airflow toward the windshield.

If FRONT is selected while in the AUTO mode, the fan speed and the air temperature from the front defroster will vary. If a manual fan speed setting is selected, the fan speed will remain at that selection until another fan speed selection is made or the AUTO mode is selected. To turn off FRONT, press the AUTO or AIR FLOW button. FRONT defrost will work better if any ice or snow is cleared from the hood and the air inlet area between the base of the windshield and the hood. Air Conditioning On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape. This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down. Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best. On very hot days, the system will automatically enter the RECIRC mode and the temperature door will be positioned at the full cold position for maximum cooling. If the system is not in the AUTO mode, RECIRC should be selected to provide maximum cooling. You can choose the extreme comfort setting of 60_F (16_C), but the system will not cool any faster by choosing the extreme comfort setting.

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Rear Window Defogger

The lines you see on the rear window warm the glass. Press this button to start warming your window.

At speeds above 30 mph (48 km/h), the rear defogger will stay on until you press the REAR button again. After 10 minutes of driving below 30 mph (48 km/h), the defogger will turn off automatically. If you need additional warming time, push the button again. The system will then operate for five minutes before going off by itself. Do not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape or decals across the defogger grid on the rear window.

Heating Press AUTO and adjust the temperature by pressing the TEMP up or down arrow. You may also adjust the dual automatic comfortemp system manually by pressing the AIR FLOW button until FLOOR appears. Again, adjust the temperature by pressing the TEMP up or down arrow. Outside air is sent through the floor outlets. The heater works best if you keep your windows closed. Defogging and Defrosting On cool but humid days, use FRONT to keep the windshield and side windows clear and to quickly remove fog, frost or ice from the windshield. The fan speed will vary while in the AUTO mode. If a manual fan speed setting is selected, the fan speed will remain at that selection until the engine is turned off or another selection has been made. To turn off FRONT, press AUTO or AIR FLOW.

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Don’t use a razor blade or something else sharp on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you