seals can distort them, causing a leak. Use only a low-pressure water stream when using a hose, and avoid commercial car washes.
Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. Be sure to adjust the mirrors before you start driving.
The inside mirror has day and night positions. The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you. Flip the tab on the bottom edge of the mirror to select the day or night position.
ADJUSTMENT SWITCH
1.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
2.
3.
Move the selector switch to L (driver’s side) or R (passenger’s side).
Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to move the mirror right, left, up, or down.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstMirrors, Parking Brake
4.
When you finish, move the selector switch to the center (off) position. This turns the adjustment switch off to keep your settings.
Parking Brake
BUTTON
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake on.
PARKING BRAKE LEVER
To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up fully. To release it, pull up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. The parking brake indicator on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released (see page
46
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstInterior Convenience Items
CONSOLE COMPARTMENT
ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET
VANITY MIRROR/SUNVISOR
AUDIO PANEL
DRIVER’S SEAT-BACK POCKET
BEVERAGE HOLDER
DASHBOARD LOWER POCKET
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstInterior Convenience Items
Beverage Holder
Accessory Power Socket
Open the beverage holder by pushing on the tab. The lid will slide open.
PARTITION
To hold two cups in the beverage holder, flip the partition up.
Be careful when you are using the beverage holder. A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passenger. Spilled liquids can also damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the interior.
This socket is intended to supply
power for 12 volt DC accessories
that are rated 120 watts or less (10
amps). It will not power an
automotive type cigarette lighter
element.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstConsole Compartments
Audio Panel
Interior Convenience Items
The area between the seats has two compartments. Open the lower compartment by squeezing the handle. Close it with a firm push. You can lock or unlock the lower compartment with the master key.
The lever to open the upper compartment is inside the lower compartment. Push up the lever, and lift the lid. To close, lower the lid, and push it down until it latches.
To open the audio panel, push on the top center, and let the panel swing down. To close, pivot the panel up, and push on it until it latches.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstInterior Convenience Items, Interior Light
Dashboard Lower Pocket
Interior Light
DOOR ACTIVATED
If the switch is in the center position, the interior light will come on when you remove the key from the ignition switch.
The dashboard lower pocket is located next to the audio panel.
The interior light has a three- position switch; ON, Door Activated, and OFF. In the Door Activated (center) position, the light comes on when you:
Open either door. Unlock the doors with the key or the remote transmitter.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstWhen the switch is in the center position with both doors closed, the two bulbs in the interior light can each be turned on and off with the button next to it.
Interior Light
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstFeatures
. 84
Vents, Heating, and A/C
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Playing the AM/FM Radio
. 91
AM/FM Radio Reception
Playing the XM Satellite Radio . 93
Playing a CD
. 98
. 100
CD Changer
. 101
Protecting Your CDs
CD Player Error Messages
. 102
. 103
CD Changer Error Messages
. 104
Remote Audio Controls
. 105
Radio Theft Protection
Cruise Control
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The heating and air conditioning system in your vehicle provides a comfortable driving environment in all weather conditions.
The standard audio system has many features. This section describes those features and how to use them. (If you have an optional audio system, refer to the operating instructions that came with it.)
Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio system that requires a code number to enable it.
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Main MenustVents, Heating, and A/C
RECIRCULATION BUTTON
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON
AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON
FAN CONTROL LEVER
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MODE CONTROL DIAL
TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL
Main MenuTable of ContentsstAirflow Controls
Fan Control Lever Push this lever up and down to increase or decrease the fan speed and airflow. The indicators next to the lever show you the speed and airflow selected.
Temperature Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases the temperature of the airflow.
Air Conditioning (A/C) Button This button turns the air conditioning on and off. The indicator in the button comes on when the A/C is on.
Recirculation Button When the recirculation indicator is on, air from the vehicle’s interior is sent through the system again (recirculation mode). When the indicator is off, air is brought in from the outside of the vehicle (fresh air mode).
The outside air intakes for the heating and cooling system are at the base of the windshield. Keep this area clear of leaves and other debris.
The system should be left in fresh air mode under almost all conditions. Keeping the system in recirculation mode, particularly with the A/C off, can cause the windows to fog up.
Switch to recirculation mode when driving through dusty or smoky conditions, then return to fresh air mode.
Vents, Heating, and A/C
Rear Window Defogger Button This button turns the rear window defogger off and on (see page ).
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Do not push the defogger button when the convertible top is folded.
Mode Control Dial Use the mode control dial to select the vents the air flows from. Some air will flow from the dashboard vents in all modes.
Air flows from the vents on both sides of the instrument panel, and from the dashboard vent in front of the passenger.
Airflow is divided between the vents in the dashboard and the floor vents.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstVents, Heating, and A/C
Air flows from the center vents in the dashboard above the audio system, the vents on both sides of the instrument panel, and from the floor vents. Select this position when you drive with the convertible top folded.
Air flows from the floor
vents and the vents on both sides of the instrument panel.
Airflow is divided between
the floor vents and the defroster vents at the base of the windshield, and the vents on both sides of the instrument panel.
Air flows from the defroster
vents at the base of the windshield and the vents on both sides of the instrument panel.
When you select the system automatically switches to fresh air mode and turns on the A/C.
or
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Ventilation The flow-through ventilation system draws in outside air, circulates it through the interior, then exhausts it through vents behind the seat-backs.
1.
2. 3. 4.
Set the temperature to the lower limit. Make sure the A/C is off. Select Set the fan to the desired speed.
and fresh air mode.
Using the Heater The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air. If the engine is cold, it will be several minutes before you feel warm air coming from the system.
1. 2. 3.
and fresh air mode.
Select Set the fan to the desired speed. Adjust the warmth of the air with the temperature control dial.
Using the A/C
Air conditioning places an extra load
on the engine. Watch the engine
coolant temperature gauge (see page
53
turn off the A/C until the gauge
reading returns to normal.
). If it moves near the red zone,
1.
2.
3. 4.
5.
Turn on the A/C by pressing the button. The indicator in the button comes on when a fan speed is selected. Make sure the temperature is set to maximum cool. Select If the outside air is humid, select recirculation mode. If the outside air is dry, select fresh air mode. Set the fan to the desired speed.
you can
Iftheinteriorisverywarm, cool it down more rapidly by partially opening the windows, turning on the A/C, and setting the fan to maximum speed in fresh air mode.
Main MenuTable of ContentsstDehumidify the Interior Air conditioning, as it cools, removes moisture from the air. When used in combination with the heater, it makes the interior warm and dry and can prevent the windows from fogging up.
3.
4.
5.
mode and turns on the A/C. Adjust the temperature so the airflow feels warm. Select rear window. To increase airflow to the windshield, close the corner vents.
to help clear the
1. 2. 3. 4.
Turn the fan on. Turn on the air conditioning. Select Adjust the temperature to your preference.
and fresh air mode.
This setting is suitable for all driving conditions whenever the outside temperature is above 32°F (0°C).
To Defog and Defrost To remove fog from the inside of the windows:
or
When you select the system automatically turns on the A/C. This helps to dehumidify the air and to defog the windshield. In either mode, you cannot turn off the A/C.
When you switch to another mode from Press the A/C button to turn it off.
, the A/C stays on.
To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice From the Windows
1.
2.
Set the fan to the desired speed, or high for faster defrosting. Select . The system automatically switches to fresh air
1.
2.
. The system
Select automatically switches to fresh air mode and turns on the A/C. Select
Vents, Heating, and A/C
3.
Set the fan and temperature controls to the maximum level.
To clear the windows faster, you can close the dashboard corner vents and the vents on both sides of the instrument panel by rotating the wheel below the vent. This will send more warm air to the windshield defroster vents. Once the windshield is clear, select fresh air mode to avoid fogging the windows.
For your safety, make sure you have a clear view through all the windows before driving.
To Turn Everything Off Push the fan control level down until the indicator goes off. A lack of airflow can cause the windows to fog up. You should keep the fan on at all times so stale air and moisture do not build up in the interior and cause fogging.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstPlaying the AM/FM Radio
U.S. model
Canadian model
AUTO SELECT INDICATOR
AUTO SELECT INDICATOR
AM/FM BUTTON
STEREO INDICATOR
AM/FM BUTTON
STEREO INDICATOR
SEEK BAR
SCAN INDICATOR SCAN BUTTON
SCAN INDICATOR
SCAN BUTTON
PRESET BUTTONS
TUNE KNOB
PRESET BUTTONS
TUNE KNOB
PWR/VOL KNOB
AUTO SELECT BUTTON
SEEK BAR
AUTO SELECT BUTTON
PWR/VOL KNOB
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstTo Play the Radio The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position. Turn the system on by pushing the PWR/VOL knob or the AM/FM button. Adjust the volume by turning the same knob.
The band and frequency that the radio was last tuned to is displayed. To change bands, press the AM/FM button. On the FM band, ST will be displayed if the station is broadcast- ing in stereo. Stereo reproduction in AM is not available.
To Select a Station You can use any of five methods to find radio stations on the selected band: tune, seek, scan, the preset buttons, and auto select.
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Use the TUNE knob to
TUNE tune the radio to a desired frequency. Turn the knob right to tune to a higher frequency, or left to tune to a
lower frequency.
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The seek function
SEEK searches up and down from the current frequency to find a station with a strong signal. To activate it, press the side of the bar, then release it.
or
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SCAN The scan function samples all stations with strong signals on the selected band. To activate it, press the SCAN button, then release it. You will see SCAN in the display. The system will scan for a station with a strong signal. When it finds one, it will stop and play that station for about 5 seconds.
If you do nothing, the system will scan for the next strong station and play it for 5 seconds. When it plays a station you want to listen to, press the SCAN button again.
Playing the AM/FM Radio
Each preset button
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PRESET
(1
and two stations on FM.
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6) can store one station on AM,
1.
2.
3.
4.
Select the desired band, AM or FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store twelve stations.
Use the tune, seek, or scan function to tune the radio to a desired station.
Pick a preset number (1
hold it until you hear a beep.
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6), and
Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a total of six stations on AM and twelve stations on FM.
The preset frequencies may be lost if your vehicle’s battery goes dead, is disconnected, or the radio fuse is removed.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstTurn the knob to adjust the setting. When the level reaches the center, you will see a ‘‘C’’ in the display. The system will return to the audio display in about 5 seconds.
Audio System Lighting You can use the instrument panel brightness control buttons to adjust the illumination of the audio system (see page illuminates when the parking lights are on, even if the radio is off.
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Playing the AM/FM Radio
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If you are
AUTO SELECT traveling far from home and can no longer receive your preset stations, you can use the auto select feature to find stations in the local area.
Press the A. SEL button. ‘‘A. SEL’’ flashes in the display, and the system goes into scan mode for several seconds. It stores the frequencies of six AM and twelve FM stations in the preset buttons.
You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after pressing a preset button if auto select cannot find a strong station for that preset button.
,pressthe
Toturnoffautoselect A. SEL (auto select) button. This restores the presets you originally set.
Adjusting the Sound BAL to-side strength of the sound.
Adjusts the balance, or side-
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−
FAD front-to-back strength of the sound.
Adjusts the fader, or the
TRE − sound.
BAS − sound.
Adjusts the treble in the
Adjusts the bass in the
If you do not like the stations auto select has stored, you can store other frequencies on the preset buttons as previously described.
Press the SOUND/MODE (TUNE) knob repeatedly to display the bass (BAS), treble (TRE), fader (FAD), and balance (BAL) setting.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstRadio Frequencies The radio can receive the complete AM and FM bands. Those bands cover these frequen- cies:
AM band: 530 to 1,710 kHz FM band: 87.7 to 107.9 MHz
Radio stations on the AM band are assigned frequencies at least 10 kHz apart (530, 540, 550). Stations on the FM band are assigned frequencies at least 0.2 MHz apart (87.9, 88.1, 88.3).
Stations must use these exact frequencies. It is fairly common for stations to round-off the frequency in their advertising, so your radio could display a frequency of 100.9 even though the announcer may identify the station as ‘‘FM101.’’
Radio Reception How well the radio receives stations is dependent on many factors, such as the distance from the station’s transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmospheric conditions.
A radio station’s signal gets weaker as you get farther away from its transmitter. If you are listening to an AM station, you will notice the sound volume becoming weaker, and the station drifting in and out. If you are listening to an FM station, you will see the stereo indicator flickering off and on as the signal weakens. Eventually, the stereo indicator will go off and the sound will fade completely as you get out of range of the station’s signal.
AM/FM Radio Reception
Driving very near the transmitter of a station that is broadcasting on a frequency close to the frequency of the station you are listening to can also affect your radio’s reception. You may temporarily hear both stations, or hear only the station you are close to.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstAM/FM Radio Reception
AsrequiredbytheFCC: Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’s authoritytooperatetheequipment.
Radio signals, especially on the FM band, are deflected by large objects such as buildings and hills. Your radio then receives both the direct signal from the station’s transmitter, and the deflected signal. This causes the sound to distort or flutter. This is a main cause of poor radio reception in city driving.
Radio reception can be affected by atmospheric conditions such as thunderstorms, high humidity, and even sunspots. You may be able to receive a distant radio station one day and not receive it the next day because of a change in conditions.
Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstOptionalonU.S.models NotavailableonCanadianmodels Your vehicle is capable of receiving XM Satellite Radio anywhere in the United States, except Hawaii and Alaska.
XM is a registered trademark of XM Satellite Radio, Inc.
Satellite radio receives signals from two satellites to produce clear, high- quality digital reception. It offers many channels in several categories. Along with a large selection of different types of music, satellite radio also allows you to view channel and category selections in the audio display.
Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Optional on U.S. Models)
AM/FM BUTTON
TUNE KNOB
CD/XM BUTTON
SCAN BUTTON
POWER/VOLUME KNOB
PRESET BUTTONS
MORE BUTTON
CATEGORY BAR
DISPLAY/MODE BUTTON
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstPlaying the XM Satellite Radio (Optional on U.S. Models)
Playing the Satellite Radio To listen to satellite radio, turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position. Push the PWR/VOL knob to turn on the audio system, and press the CD/XM button. Adjust the volume by turning the PWR/VOL knob. The last channel you listened to will show in the display.
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DISPLAY/MODE Each time the DISP button is pressed and released, the display information changes in the following sequence: channel name, channel number, category, artist name, and music title.
You may experience periods when XM radio does not transmit the artist name and or the song title information. If this happens, there is nothing wrong with your system. This information is not available under certain situations.
If you press and hold the DISP/ MODE button for 5 seconds, it will change between category mode and channel mode. The display will show CH for the channel mode or CATEGORY for the category mode.
In the channel mode, you can receive all of the available channels in all of the different categories. In category mode, you will receive only the stations within the selected category.
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Expands the display to
MORE show the 6 remaining letters beyond the first 10 letters in an artist’s name or song title. The system is set up so only 16 letters can be displayed for
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any title or name. Press MORE to view the next 6 letters. The system will return to the original display after 8 seconds.
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TUNE Turn the TUNE knob left to go down the channels or right to go up. In the channel mode, the TUNE knob will tune up or down through all the channels available from the XM radio. In the category mode, the TUNE knob will cycle through only the channels within the category you have currently selected.
Use
CATEGORY (SEEK/SKIP) − the CATEGORY bar to select a desired category, such as jazz, rock, classical, etc. In both category mode and channel mode, pressing the category bar will change the category up or down.
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The scan function gives
SCAN you a sampling of all channels while in the channel mode. In the category mode, only the channels within that category are scanned. To activate scan, press the SCAN button. The system plays each channel in numerical order for a few seconds, then selects the next channel. When you hear a channel you want to continue listening to, press the button again.
Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Optional on U.S. Models)
−
You can store up to 12
To store a channel: Preset preset channels using the six preset buttons. Each button stores one channel from the XM1 band and one channel from the XM2 band.
3.
Pick the preset button you want for that channel. Press and hold the button until you hear a beep.
4.
Repeat steps 2 through 3 to store the first six channels.
To store a channel: 1.
Press the CD/XM button. Either XM1 or XM2 will show in the display.
5.
Press the CD/XM button again. The available XM band will show. Store the next six channels using steps 2 through 3.
2.
Use the TUNE knob, the CATEGORY bar, or the SCAN buttons to tune to a desired channel.
In category mode, only channels within that category can be selected. In channel mode, all channels can be selected.
Once a channel is stored, simply press and release the proper preset button to tune to it.
The presets may be lost if your vehicle’s battery goes dead, is disconnected, or the radio fuse is removed.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstPlaying the XM Satellite Radio (Optional on U.S. Models)
Signal may be blocked by mountains or large obstacles to the south.
Signal is weaker in these areas.
The XM satellites are in orbit over the equator; therefore, objects south of the vehicle may cause satellite reception interruptions. To help compensate for this, ground-based repeaters are placed in major metropolitan areas.
Satellite signals are more likely to be blocked by tall buildings and mountains the farther north you travel from the equator.
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GROUND REPEATER
Main MenuTable of ContentsstDepending on where you drive, you may experience reception problems. Interference can be caused by any of these conditions:
Driving on the south side of an east/west mountain road.
Driving on the north side of a large commercial truck on an east/west road.
Driving in tunnels.
Driving on a road beside a vertical wall, steep cliff, or hill to the south of you.
Driving on the lower level of a multi-tiered road.
Driving on a single lane road alongside dense trees taller than 50 ft. (15 m) to the south of you.
Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Optional on U.S. Models)
There may also be other geographic situations that could affect satellite radio reception.
AsrequiredbytheFCC: Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’s authoritytooperatetheequipment.
Receiving Satellite Radio Service If your XM Radio service has expired, or you purchased your vehicle from a previous owner, you can listen to a sampling of the broadcasts available on XM Satellite Radio. With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position, push the PWR/VOL knob to turn on the audio system, and press the CD/XM button. A variety of music types and styles will play.
If you decide to purchase XM satellite radio service, contact XM Radio at
www.xmradio.com
, or at
1-800-852-9696. You will need to give them your radio I.D. number and your credit card number. To get your radio I.D. number, turn the TUNE knob until ‘‘0’’ appears in the display. Your I.D. will appear in the display.
After you’ve registered with XM Radio, keep your audio system in the Satellite Radio mode while you wait for activation. This should take about 30 minutes.
While waiting for activation, make sure your vehicle remains in an open area with good reception. Once your audio system is activated, ‘‘category’’ or ‘‘CH’’ will appear in the display, and you’ll be able to listen to XM Radio broadcasts. XM Radio will continue to send an activation signal to your vehicle for at least 12 hours from the activation request. If the service has not been activated after 36 hours, contact XM Radio.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstPlaying a CD
U.S. model
Canadian model
CD BUTTON
CD SLOT
EJECT BUTTON
CD BUTTON
CD SLOT
EJECT BUTTON
REPEAT BUTTON
REPEAT BUTTON
SEEK/SKIP BAR
RANDOM BUTTON
SEEK/SKIP BAR
RANDOM BUTTON
PWR/VOL KNOB
PWR/VOL KNOB
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstTo Play a CD To load or play CDs, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON(II) position.
You operate the CD player with the same controls used for the radio. To select the CD player, press the CD button. The number of the track playing is shown in the display. The system will continuously play a CD until you change modes.
Insert a CD about halfway into the CD slot. The drive will pull the CD in the rest of the way and begin to play it. When the system reaches the end of the disc, it will return to the beginning and play the disc again.
Do not use discs with adhesive labels. The label can curl up and cause the disc to jam in the unit.
To play the radio when a CD is playing, press the AM/FM button. Press the CD button again to switch back to the CD player.
If you turn the system off while a CD is playing, either with the PWR/VOL knob or by turning off the ignition switch, the disc will stay in the drive. When you turn the system back on, the CD will begin playing where it left off.
Playing a CD
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side of the skip bar,
Each time you press and
To Change or Select Tracks SKIP release the the player skips forward to the beginning of the next track. Press and release the side of the bar to skip backward to the beginning of the current track. Press it again to skip to the beginning of the previous track.
To move rapidly within a track, press and hold
or
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To move rapidly within a
SEEK track, press and hold the SEEK/ SKIP bar. Press and hold to move forward. Press and hold
to move backward. Release the
bar when the system reaches the point you want.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstPlaying a CD, CD Changer
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To continuously replay
REPEAT a track, press and release the RPT button. You will see RPT in the display. Press it again to turn it off.
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RANDOM This feature plays the tracks in random order. To activate random play, press and release the RDM button. You will see RDM in the display. Press it again to return to normal play.
) to
To Stop Playing a CD Press the eject button ( remove the CD. If you eject the CD, but do not remove it from the slot, the system will automatically reload the CD after 15 seconds and put it in pause mode. To begin playing, press the CD button. Press the AM/FM button to switch to the radio while a CD is playing.
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If you turn the system off while a CD is playing, either with the PWR/VOL knob or by turning off the ignition switch, the disc will stay in the drive. When you turn the system back on, the CD will begin playing where it left off.
Operating the Optional CD Changer An optional six disc CD changer is available for your vehicle. This CD changer uses the same controls used for the in-dash CD player.
Load the desired CDs into the magazine, and load the magazine into the changer according to the instructions that came with the unit.
To select the CD changer, press the
CD button. The CD and track
numbers will be displayed. To select
a different CD, use the preset 5
(DISC ) or preset 6 (DISC )
+
button. If you select an empty slot in
the magazine, the changer will, after
finding that slot empty, try to load
the CD in the next slot.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstProtecting Your CDs GeneralInformation
When using CD-R discs, use only high quality CDs labeled for audio use.
When recording a CD-R, the recording must be closed for it to be used by the system.
CD-RW discs will not work in this unit.
Play only standard round CDs. Odd-shaped CDs may jam in the drive or cause other problems.
Handle your CDs properly to prevent damage and skipping.
ProtectingCDs When a CD is not being played, store it in its case to protect it from dust and other contamination. To prevent warpage, keep CDs out of direct sunlight and extreme heat.
To clean a CD, use a clean soft cloth. Wipe across the CD from the center to the outside edge.
A new CD may be rough on the inner and outer edges. The small plastic pieces causing this roughness can flake off and fall on the re- cording surface of the CD, causing skipping or other problems. Remove these pieces by rubbing the inner and outer edges with the side of a pencil or pen.
Never try to insert foreign objects in the CD player or the magazine.
Protecting Your CDs
Handle a CD by its edges; never touch either surface. Do not place stabilizer rings or labels on the CD. These, along with contamination from fingerprints, liquids, and felt-tip pens, can cause the CD to not play properly or possibly jam in the drive.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstCD Player Error Messages
The chart on the right explains the error messages you may see in the display while playing a disc.
If you see an error message in the display while playing a disc, press the eject button. After ejecting the disc, check it for damage or deformation. If there is no damage, insert the disc again.
The audio system will try to play the disc. If there is still a problem, the error message will reappear. Press the eject button, and pull out the disc.
Insert a different disc. If the new disc plays, there is a problem with the first disc. If the error message cycle repeats and you cannot clear it, take your vehicle to a dealer.
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CD Player Error Messages
Error Message
Cause
Solution
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FOCUS Error
Mechanical Error
High temperature
Press the EJECT button, and pull out the CD. Check if the CD is inserted correctly in the CD player. Make sure the CD is not scratched or damaged. Press the EJECT button, and pull out the CD. Check the CD for damage or deformation. If the CD cannot be pulled out or the error message does not disappear after the CD is ejected, see your dealer. Do not try to force the disc out of the player. Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstCD Changer Error Messages
The chart on the right explains the error messages you may see in the display while playing a disc.
If you see an error message in the display while playing a disc, press the eject button. After ejecting the disc, check it for damage or deformation. If there is no damage, insert the disc again.
The audio system will try to play the disc. If there is still a problem, the error message will reappear. Press the eject button, and pull out the disc.
Insert a different disc. If the new disc plays, there is a problem with the first disc. If the error message cycle repeats and you cannot clear it, take your vehicle to a dealer.
Error Message
Cause
Solution
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*
*
*
*
FOCUS Error
No CD in the CD magazine
Mechanical Error
High temperature
No CD magazine in the CD changer
Press the magazine eject button, pull out the magazine, and check for an error message. Insert the magazine again. If the error message does not disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out, see your dealer. Insert CD.
Press the magazine eject button, and pull it out. Check for an error message, and insert the magazine again. If the error message does not disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out, see your dealer. Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal. Insert CD magazine.
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Main MenuTable of Contentsstare listening to. You will see the number of the selected preset button in the audio system display.
If you are playing a CD, the system skips to the beginning of the next track each time you push the CHANNEL button.
These controls work only with the factory-installed audio system. They will not function if you install any non-Honda system.
Remote Audio Controls
AUDIO CONTROL BUTTON
CHANNEL BUTTON
MUTE BUTTON
VOLUME BAR
Four controls for the audio system are on the left side of the dashboard by the instrument panel. These let you control basic functions without distracting your attention from driving.
Use the VOLUME bar to adjust the volume. Push + volume and to decrease it. Hold − the lever until the volume reaches the desired level, then release it.
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If you want to mute the sound temporarily, push the MUTE button. The indicator in the button will come on to indicate the mute function is on. Press the button again to cancel mute.
The AUDIO CONTROL button changes the mode. Pressing the button repeatedly selects FM1, FM2, AM, CD (if a CD is loaded), CD changer (if you have the optional CD changer), or XM1 and XM2 (if you have the optional satellite radio feature).
The CHANNEL button has two functions, depending on whether you are listening to the radio, or playing a CD.
If you are listening to the radio, use the CHANNEL button to change stations. Each time you press this button, the system advances to the next preset station on the band you
Main MenuTable of ContentsstYour vehicle’s audio system will disable itself if it is disconnected from electrical power for any reason. To make it work again, you must enter a specific five-digit code in the preset buttons. Because there are hundreds of number combinations possible from five digits, making the system work without knowing the exact code is nearly impossible.
You should have received a card that lists your audio system’s code and serial numbers. It is best to store this card in a safe place at home. In addition, you should write the audio system’s serial number in this owner’s manual. If you lose the card, you must obtain the code number from a dealer. To do this, you will need the system’s serial number.
If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the radio fuse is removed, the audio system will disable itself. If this happens, you will see ‘‘CODE’’ (U.S. model) or ‘‘Code’’ (Canadian model) in the frequency display the next time you turn on the system. Use the preset buttons to enter the five-digit code. The code is on the radio code card included in your owner’s manual kit. When it is entered correctly, the radio will start playing.
If you make a mistake entering the
code, do not start over; complete the
five-digit sequence, then enter the
correct code. You have 10 tries to
enter the correct code. If you are
unsuccessful in 10 attempts, you
must then leave the system on for 1
hour before trying again.
Radio Theft Protection
You will have to store your favorite stations in the preset buttons after the system begins working. Your original settings were lost when the power was disconnected.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstUsing the Cruise Control
CANCEL BUTTON
RESUME/accel
CRUISE BUTTON
1.
Push in the CRUISE button. The indicator over the button comes on.
3.
2.
Accelerate to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph (40 km/h).
SET/decel Press and release the SET/decel button on the steering wheel. The indicator on the instrument panel comes on to show the system is now activated.
Cruise Control
Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. It should be used for cruising on straight, open highways. It is not recommended for city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather.
Improper use of the cruise control can lead to a crash.
Use the cruise control only when traveling on open highways in good weather.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstCruise control may not hold the set speed when you are going up and down hills. If your speed increases going down a hill, use the brakes to slow down. This will cancel the cruise control. To resume the set speed, press the RESUME/accel button. The indicator on the instrument panel will come back on.
Cruise Control
Changing the Set Speed You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways:
Press and hold the RESUME/ accel button. When you reach the desired cruising speed, release the button.
Push on the accelerator pedal. Accelerate to the desired cruising speed, and press the SET/decel button.
To increase the speed in very small amounts, tap the RESUME/ accel button. Each time you do this, your vehicle speeds up about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
You can decrease the set cruising speed in any of these ways:
Press and hold the SET/decel button. Release the button when you reach the desired speed.
To slow down in very small amounts, tap the SET/decel button. Each time you do this, your vehicle will slow down about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
Tap the brake or clutch pedal lightly with your foot. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel goes out. When the vehicle slows to the desired speed, press the SET/ decel button.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstCruise Control
Even with the cruise control turned on, you can still use the accelerator pedal to speed up for passing. After completing the pass, take your foot off the accelerator pedal. The vehicle will return to the set cruising speed.
Resting your foot on the brake or clutch pedal causes the cruise control to cancel.
Canceling Cruise Control You can cancel cruise control in any of these ways:
Tap the brake or clutch pedal.
Push the CANCEL button on the steering wheel.
Push the CRUISE button.
Resuming the Set Speed When you push the CANCEL button, or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the system will remember the previously set cruising speed. To return to that speed, accelerate to above 25 mph (40 km/h), then press and release the RESUME/accel button. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator comes on. The vehicle will accelerate to the same cruising speed as before.
Pressing the CRUISE button turns the system off and erases the previous cruising speed.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstBefore Driving
Before you begin driving your vehicle, you should know what gasoline to use and how to check the levels of important fluids. You also need to know how to properly store luggage or packages. The information in this section will help you. If you plan to add any accessories to your vehicle, please read the information in this section first.
Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation Service Station Procedures
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Refueling Opening and Closing the
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Oil Check Engine Coolant Check
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Fuel Economy
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Carrying Cargo
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Main MenustBreak-in Period, Fuel Recommendation
Break-in Period Help assure your vehicle’s future reliability and performance by paying extra attention to how you drive during the first 600 miles (1,000 km). During this period:
Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid
acceleration. Do not exceed 5,500
rpm for the first 600 miles (1,000
km) of operation.
Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time.
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).
You should also follow these recommendations with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are replaced.
Fuel Recommendation Your vehicle is designed to operate on premium unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number of 91 or higher. Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause occasional metallic knocking noises in the engine and will result in decreased engine performance. Use of a gasoline with a pump octane number less than 87 can lead to engine damage. We recommend quality gasoline containing detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits.
In addition, in order to maintain good performance, fuel economy, and emissions control, we strongly recommend, in areas where it is available, the use of gasoline that does NOT contain manganese-based fuel additives such as MMT.
Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely affect performance,
and cause the malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel to come on. If this happens, contact your authorized dealer for service.
Some gasoline today is blended with oxygenates such as ethanol or MTBE. Your vehicle is designed to operate on oxygenated gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume and up to 15% MTBE by volume. Do not use gasoline containing methanol.
If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline.
For further important fuel-related information, please refer to your Quick Start Guide
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstRefueling
Pull
1.
Park with the driver’s side closest to the service station pump.
2.
Open the fuel fill door by pulling on the knob on the driver’s door jamb.
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.
Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks, and flame away. Handle fuel only outdoors. Wipe up spills immediately.
FUEL FILL CAP
Service Station Procedures
3.
4.
Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes. Place the cap in the holder on the fuel fill door.
Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off. Do not try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank. Leave some room for the fuel to expand with temperature changes.
Ifthefuelnozzlekeepsclickingoff even though the tank is not full, there may be a problem with your vehicle’s fuel vapor recovery system. The system helps keep fuel vapor from going into the atmosphere. Try filling at another pump. If this does not fix the problem, consult your dealer.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstService Station Procedures
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Screw the fuel fill cap back on until it clicks at least once. If you do not properly tighten the cap, the malfunction indicator lamp may come on (see page will also see a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message on the information display.
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Opening and Closing the Hood
RELEASE HANDLE
6.
Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches.
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Park the vehicle, and set the parking brake. Pull the hood release handle located under the lower left corner of the dashboard. The hood will pop up slightly.
2.
Put your fingers under the front edge of the hood near the center. Slide your hand to the left until you feel the hood latch handle. Push this handle to the left to release the hood. Lift up the hood.
If the hood latch handle moves stiffly, or if you can open the hood without lifting the handle, the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated.
Main MenuTable of ContentsstGRIP
DIPSTICK
Oil Check
Service Station Procedures
SUPPORT ROD
CLIP
3.
Holding the grip, pull the support rod out of its clip. Insert the end into the designated hole in the hood.
To close the hood, lift it up slightly to remove the support rod from the hole. Put the support rod back into its holding clip. Lower the hood to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then let it drop. Make sure it is securely latched.
Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil.
1.
Remove the dipstick (black handle).
2.
Wipe off the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel.
3.
Insert the dipstick all the way back into its hole.
UPPER MARK
LOWER MARK
4.
Remove the dipstick again, and check the level. It should be between the upper and lower marks.
If it is near or below the lower mark,
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