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Traction System (ETS) begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. See Enhanced Traction System (ETS) on page 226. When road conditions allow, the cruise control can be used again. Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, disengages the cruise control. The CRUISE message in the instrument panel cluster will also go out indicating cruise is no longer engaged. To return to your previously set speed, you do not need to go through the set process again. Once you are going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can press the +RES part of the button briefly. This will take you back up to your previously chosen speed and stay there.


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Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed. (cid:129) Disengage the cruise control but do not turn it


off. Accelerate to a higher speed and reset the cruise control. If the cruise control system is already engaged, press the +RES part of the button. Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, and then release the button. To increase your speed in very small amounts, press the +RES part of the button briefly and then release it. Each time you do this, your vehicle will go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) faster. Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control If the cruise control system is already engaged, (cid:129) Push and hold the −SET part of the button until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it.


(cid:129) To slow down in very small amounts, push the −SET part of the button briefly. Each time you do this, you will go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower.


Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier. Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load, and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. Of course, applying the brake takes you out of cruise control. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and do not use cruise control on steep hills. Ending Cruise Control To end the cruise control session, step lightly on the brake pedal or tap the clutch if your vehicle has a manual transaxle. Stepping on the brake pedal or clutch will only end the current cruise control session. Press the cruise control on/off button to turn the system completely off.


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(cid:129) Erasing Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, your cruise control set speed memory is erased.


Headlamps The exterior lamp control is located in the middle of the turn signal/multifunction lever. O(Exterior Lamp Control): Turn the control with this symbol on it to operate the exterior lamps. The exterior lamp control has the following four positions: 9(Off): Turn the control to this position to turn off all lamps, except the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). On some vehicles, this position activates the automatic headlamp system.


AUTO (Automatic): If the vehicle has automatic headlamps, turning the control to this position puts the headlamps in automatic mode. AUTO mode will turn the exterior lamps on and off depending upon how much light is available outside of the vehicle. ;(Parking Lamps): Turn the control to this position to turn on the parking lamps together with the following: (cid:129) Sidemarker Lamps (cid:129) Taillamps


License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights


5(Headlamps): Turn the control to this position to turn on the headlamps, together with the previously listed lamps and lights. Lamps On Reminder If you open the driver’s door with the ignition off and the lamps on, you will hear a warning chime.


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(cid:129) (cid:129) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada. The DRL system will make the turn signal lamps come on in daylight when the following conditions are met: (cid:129) The ignition is on. (cid:129) The exterior lamp band is in the off or AUTO


position.


When the DRL are on, the turn signal lamps will be on. The taillamps, sidemarker, and other lamps will not be on. The instrument panel back lighting will not be on either. When the exterior lamp band is turned to the headlamp position, the headlamps will come on. The other lamps that come on with the headlamps will also come on. When the headlamps are turned off, the regular lamps will go off, and the turn signal lamps will come on.


Automatic Headlamp System If you have the automatic headlamps system, the headlamps will come on automatically when it is dark enough.


Your vehicle may have a light sensor located on top of the instrument panel. Make sure it is not covered, or the headlamps will come on when you do not need them.


The system may also turn on the headlamps when driving through a parking garage or tunnel.


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Fog Lamps If your vehicle has this feature, use your fog lamps for better visibility in foggy or misty conditions.


Instrument Panel Brightness This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights.


The button for your fog lamps is located next to the instrument panel brightness control.


The thumbwheel for this feature is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column.


Turn the thumbwheel to the right to brighten the lights or to the left to dim them.


Push the button to turn the fog lamps on or off. When using fog lamps, the parking lamps or low-beam headlamps must be on. A light on the button will come on when the fog lamps are on. The fog lamps will go off whenever the high-beam headlamps come on. When the high-beam headlamps go off, the fog lamps will come on again. Some localities have laws that require the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps.


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Dome Lamp The dome lamp switch has three positions. ON: The lamp will stay on as long as the switch is in this position. DOOR: The lamp will come on when a door is opened. See “Entry Lighting” for more information. OFF: The lamp will not come on as long as the switch is in this position. Entry Lighting If the dome lamp is to DOOR, the lamps inside your vehicle will come on when any door is opened. In addition, the light will come on when the Remote Keyless Entry Unlock button is on. It will stay on for 20 seconds or until a door is opened. After the door is opened the light will remain on and stay on for 20 seconds after the doors are closed, or until you put the key in the ignition and turn the key to RUN. The light will then gradually dim until it is no longer lit.


Map Lamps These lamps are located on the headliner above the rearview mirror. To turn the lamps on, press the lens. Press the lens again to turn them off.


Battery Run-Down Protection Your vehicle has a battery saver feature designed to protect the vehicle’s battery. When any interior lamp is left on and the ignition is turned off, the battery rundown protection system automatically turns the lamp off after 20 minutes. This prevents draining of the battery.


Accessory Power Outlet(s) The accessory power outlets can be used to connect electrical equipment such as a cellular phone or CB radio. The accessory power outlets are located in the middle and rear of the center console. The front accessory power outlet has electrical power available to it all the time. The rear accessory power outlet only has electrical power when the ignition key is turned on or the vehicle is operating on Retained Accessory Power (RAP). See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 108.


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To use the outlet, remove the cover. When not in use, always cover the outlet with the protective cap. Notice: Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain the battery. Always turn off electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum 15 ampere rating. Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a problem, see your retailer for additional information on the accessory power outlet. Notice: Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may damage it or keep other components from working as they should. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Check with your retailer before adding electrical equipment. Notice: Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug because the power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only.


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Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter Your vehicle may have an ashtray and cigarette lighter. To use the lighter, just push it in all the way and let go. When it is ready for use, it will pop back out by itself. Notice: Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating will not allow the lighter to back away from the heating element when it is hot. Damage from overheating may occur to the lighter or heating element, or a fuse could be blown. Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it is heating. Do not use equipment exceeding maximum amperage rating of 15 amperes. To remove the ashtray, lift it straight up. To reinstall it, press the ashtray down firmly until it is fully seated. Notice: flammable items in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage your vehicle. Never put flammable items in the ashtray.


If you put papers, pins, or other


Climate Controls


Climate Control System (Without Air Conditioning) With this system you can control the heating and ventilation for your vehicle.


Operation To change the current mode, select one of the following: H(Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets.


)(Bi-Level): This mode directs approximately half of the air to the instrument panel outlets, and then directs the remaining air to the floor outlets. Cooler air is directed to the upper outlets and warmer air to the floor outlets. 6(Floor): This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets with some air directed to the windshield. The left knob can also be used to select defog or defrost mode. Information on defogging and defrosting can be found later in this section. A(Fan): Turn the center knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed. In any setting other than off, the fan will run continuously with the ignition on. 9(Off): To turn the fan off, turn the knob all the way counterclockwise to the off position.


Temperature Control: Turn the right knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature inside your vehicle.


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Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity (moisture) condensing on the cool window glass. This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly. There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield and side windows. Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers. Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly. For best results, clear all snow and ice from the windshield before defrosting. Turn the left knob to select the defog or defrost mode. -(Defog): This mode directs half of the air to the windshield and the side window outlets and half to the floor outlets. To defog the windows faster, turn the temperature control knob clockwise to the warmest setting. 0(Defrost): This mode directs most of the air to the windshield, with some air directed to the side window outlets and the floor outlets.


Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window. The rear window defogger will only work when the ignition is in RUN. <(Rear): Press the button to turn the rear window defogger on or off. Be sure to clear as much snow from the rear window as possible. An indicator light above the button will come on to let you know that the rear window defogger is activated. The rear window defogger will turn off approximately 15 minutes after the button is pressed. If turned on again, the defogger will only run for approximately five minutes before turning off. The defogger can also be turned off by pressing the button again or by turning off the engine. Notice: Do not use anything sharp on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage the warming grid, and the repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape, a decal or anything similar to the defogger grid.


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Climate Control System (With Air Conditioning) With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle.


Operation To change the current mode, select one of the following: H(Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets.


)(Bi-Level): This mode directs approximately half of the air to the instrument panel outlets, and then directs the remaining air to the floor outlets. Cooler air is directed to the upper outlets and warmer air to the floor outlets. 6(Floor): This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets with some air directed to the windshield. The left knob can also be used to select defog or defrost mode. Information on defogging and defrosting can be found later in this section. A(Fan): Turn the center knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed. In any setting other than off, the fan will run continuously with the ignition on. The fan must be turned on to run the air conditioning compressor.


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9(Off): To turn the fan off, turn the knob all the way counterclockwise to the off position.


Temperature Control: Turn the right knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature inside your vehicle. >(Recirculate): This mode keeps outside air from coming in the vehicle. It can be used to prevent outside air and odors from entering your vehicle or to help heat or cool the air inside your vehicle more quickly. An indicator light will come on in this mode. The air-conditioning compressor also comes on. Operation in this mode during periods of high humidity and cool outside temperatures may result in increased window fogging. If window fogging is experienced, select the defrost mode.


#(Air Conditioning): Press this button to turn the air-conditioning system on or off. When this button is pressed, an indicator light above the button will come on to let you know the air conditioning is activated. On hot days, open the windows to let hot inside air escape; then close them. This helps to reduce the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down. It also helps the system to operate more efficiently. For quick cool down on hot days: 1. Select the recirculation mode. 2. Select air conditioning. 3. Select the coolest temperature. 4. Select the highest fan speed. Using these settings together for long periods of time may cause the air inside of your vehicle to become too dry. To prevent this from happening, after the air in your vehicle has cooled, turn off the recirculation by pressing the button again.


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The air-conditioning system removes moisture from the air, so you may sometimes notice a small amount of water dripping underneath your vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine. This is normal. Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity (moisture) condensing on the cool window glass. This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly. There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield and side windows. Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers. Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly. For best results, clear all snow and ice from the windshield before defrosting.


Turn the left knob to select the defog or defrost mode. -(Defog): This mode directs half of the air to the windshield and the side window outlets and half to the floor outlets. When you select this mode the system runs the air-conditioning compressor. To defog the windows faster, turn the temperature control knob clockwise to the warmest setting. 0(Defrost): This mode directs most of the air to the windshield, with some air directed to the side window outlets and the floor outlets. When you select this mode the system runs the air-conditioning compressor.


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Outlet Adjustment Use the louvers located on the air outlets to change the direction of the airflow. Operation Tips (cid:129) Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the vehicle that may block the flow of air into your vehicle.


(cid:129) Do not use any non-GM approved hood deflectors that could adversely affect the performance of the system.


(cid:129) Keep the path under the front seats clear of


objects to help circulate the air inside of your vehicle more effectively.


Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window. The rear window defogger will only work when the ignition is in RUN. <(Rear): Press the button to turn the rear window defogger on or off. Be sure to clear as much snow from the rear window as possible. An indicator light above the button will come on to let you know that the rear window defogger is activated. The rear window defogger will turn off approximately 15 minutes after the button is pressed. If turned on again, the defogger will only run for approximately five minutes before turning off. The defogger can also be turned off by pressing the button again or by turning off the engine. Notice: Do not use anything sharp on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage the warming grid, and the repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape, a decal or anything similar to the defogger grid.


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To access the passenger compartment air filter you must go through the glove box. 1. Open the glove box and remove all articles


from the inside.


Passenger Compartment Air Filter Passenger compartment air is routed through a passenger compartment filter. The filter removes certain particles from the air, including pollen and dust particles. Reductions in airflow, which may occur more quickly in dusty areas, indicate that the filter needs to be replaced early. The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 391 for replacement intervals. See your retailer for details on changing the filter. To find out what type of filter to use, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 404.


2. Locate the doorstop insulators on each side of


the glove box and remove them.


3. Tilt the glove box door down by squeezing on each side of the glove box until the door can be lowered from its track. Lower the glove box door completely.


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4. Open the passenger compartment air filter


door by reaching through the opening in the back of the glove box and raising the tab until the door can be opened downward.


5. Remove the filter by sliding it out of the


housing.


6. Install the new filter with the AIR FLOW arrow


pointing downward.


Reverse Steps 1 through 5 making sure the glove box door snaps back into place.


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Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages on your vehicle. The pictures help to 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 the 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 the details show on the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they are 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 is a problem with your vehicle. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on as 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 vehicle’s warning lights and gages. They can be a big help. Your vehicle also has a message center that works along with the warning lights and gages. See Message Center on page 182 for more information.


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Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will know how fast you are going, about how much fuel you have used, and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically.


United States version shown, Canada similar


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Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer is located in your message center, and shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). When information messages need to be shown in the message center, they will be shown in place of the odometer. To display the odometer after a message(s) is shown, clear each message by pressing the trip/reset button located to the right of the speedometer. See Message Center on page 182 for more information. Your vehicle has a tamper-resistant odometer. You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed. If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer, then that will be done. If not, it will be set at zero and a label must be put on the driver’s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed. If the mileage is unknown, the label should then indicate “previous mileage unknown”.


Trip Odometer Your trip odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last reset. To reset the trip odometer to zero, press and hold the trip/reset button for about two seconds.


Tachometer


The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm).


If you operate the engine with the


Notice: tachometer in the shaded warning area, your vehicle could be damaged, and the damages would not be covered by your warranty. Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded warning area.


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Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will come on for several 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 several seconds, then it will flash for several more.


Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Several seconds after the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will sound for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt. This would only occur if the passenger airbag is enabled. See Passenger Sensing System on page 77 for more information. The passenger safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds, then it will flash for several more.


If the vehicle has the passenger sensing system, the chime and light will be repeated if the driver remains unbuckled and the vehicle is in motion. If the driver’s belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor the light will come on.


This chime and light will be repeated if the passenger remains unbuckled and the vehicle is in motion.


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


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Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the airbag sensor, the airbag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the airbag system, see Airbag System on page 68.


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


If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving, your airbag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away.


{CAUTION:


If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the airbag system may not be working properly. The airbags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle serviced right away if the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle.


The airbag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If the light does not come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem.


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Passenger Airbag Status Indicator If your vehicle has one of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations, then your vehicle has a passenger sensing system.


United States


Canada


When the ignition key is turned to RUN or START, the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and off, for several seconds as a system check. Then, after several more seconds, the status indicator will light either ON or OFF, or either the on or off symbol to let you know the status of the right front passenger’s frontal airbag. If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the right front passenger’s frontal airbag is enabled (may inflate).


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{CAUTION:


If the on indicator comes on when you have a rear-facing child restraint installed in the right front passenger’s seat, it means that the passenger sensing system has not turned off the passenger’s frontal airbag. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. Do not use a rear-facing child restraint in the right front passenger’s seat if the airbag is turned on.


Your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a rear-facing child restraint. A label on your sun visor says, “Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys.


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Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger’s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear-facing child restraint, no system is fail-safe, and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance, even though it is turned off. We recommend that rear-facing child restraints be secured in the rear seat, even if the airbag is off.


If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag status indicator, it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag. See Passenger Sensing System on page 77 for more on this, including important safety information.


If, after several seconds, all status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your retailer for service.


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If the off indicator and the airbag readiness light ever come on together, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. If this ever happens, have the vehicle serviced promptly, because an adult-size person sitting in the right front passenger seat may not have the protection of the frontal airbag. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 167.


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Battery Warning Light


The battery warning light will come on briefly as a check, when you turn on the ignition. Then it should go out when the engine is started.


If the light does not come on when you start your vehicle, have your vehicle serviced right away. This condition may indicate your battery warning light is not functioning properly. If this light comes on while you are driving, be sure to turn off accessories such as the radio and climate control system. Have your vehicle serviced right away.


Up-Shift Light Your vehicle may have an up-shift light. When this light comes on, you should shift to the next higher gear if weather, road, and traffic conditions allow you to.


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This light is located in your instrument panel cluster to the left of the speedometer.


United States Only


See Manual Transaxle Operation on page 112 for more information. Brake System Warning Light


United States


Canada


This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition to RUN. If it does not come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem.


Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part is not working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the brake system warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. When the ignition is on, the BRAKE light will come on when you set your parking brake. The light will stay on if your parking brake does not release fully. A chime will also sound if the parking brake is not fully released and the vehicle is moving. If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem. The BRAKE light will also come on to indicate a low brake fluid level. See Brakes on page 308
for more information.


If the light comes 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. Make sure the parking brake is fully released. Turn the ignition off and wait several seconds to restart vehicle, if the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. See Towing Your Vehicle on page 256.


{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 have pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service.


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Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light If your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light will come on briefly, as a check, when you start your vehicle. If it does not, have your vehicle serviced so that the light works properly when it needs to.


The ABS light is located in the instrument panel cluster, to the left of the engine coolant temperature gage.


If the light stays on longer than a few seconds after you start your engine, or comes on and stays on while you are driving, try resetting the system.


To reset the system, do the following: 1. If you are driving, pull over when it is safe to


do so.


2. Be sure the vehicle is in PARK (P). 3. Turn off the ignition. 4. Then restart the engine. If the light remains on after resetting the system or comes on again while driving, your vehicle needs service. If the ABS light is on, but the regular brake system warning light is not on, the anti-lock brakes are not working properly, but the regular brakes are still functioning. Have your vehicle serviced right away. If both brake lights are on, you do not have anti-lock brakes, and there’s a problem with your regular brakes as well. Have your vehicle towed for service. See Towing Your Vehicle on page 256. The anti-lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If the light does not come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem.


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Engine Coolant Temperature Gage


This gage measures the temperature of the vehicle’s engine coolant.


If the pointer moves into the shaded area, your engine is too hot, the CHK GAGE message will appear and a chime will sound to alert you to the engine coolant temperature gage. See Check Gage Message on page 184 for more information. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road and stop your vehicle, be sure the air conditioning is off, let the engine idle for a few minutes, then turn off the engine.


On vehicles with the 2.2L engine, under severe conditions – hot ambient temperature, steep grades and towing – your vehicle may experience more transaxle shifting to avoid engine coolant overheating. This is temporary and normal under these conditions. This does not require engine or transaxle service. If your engine control system detects a failure in the engine coolant temperature circuit, the malfunction indicator lamp light will come on. The coolant gage may read all the way hot or cold. The engine cooling fan will be turned on to protect the engine and transaxle. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 174 for more information. Notice: Driving with the engine coolant temperature gage indicator in the shaded area could cause your vehicle to overheat. Your vehicle could be damaged, and it might not be covered by your warranty. Never drive with the engine coolant temperature gage indicator in the shaded area.


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If you keep driving your vehicle with


Notice: this light on, after awhile, the emission controls might not work as well, your vehicle’s fuel economy might not be as good, and the engine might not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that might not be covered by your warranty. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transaxle, exhaust, intake, 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 this 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. See Accessories and Modifications on page 270.


Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light


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


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 check engine light comes on 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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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 does not come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways: (cid:129) Light Flashing — A misfire condition has been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle. Diagnosis and service may be required.


(cid:129) Light On Steady — An emission control


system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle. Diagnosis and service may be required.


If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: (cid:129) Reducing vehicle speed (cid:129) Avoiding hard accelerations (cid:129) Avoiding steep uphill grades


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 see your retailer for service as soon as possible.


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(cid:129) 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 the Tank on page 275. 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.


Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 272. 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, your retailer can check the vehicle. Your retailer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed.


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Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things you need to know in order to help your vehicle pass an inspection: Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the check engine light is on or not working properly. Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD (on-board diagnostic) system determines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system. The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection. This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down. The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving. This may take several days of routine driving. If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system readiness, your retailer can prepare the vehicle for inspection.


Oil Pressure Light


If you have a low engine oil pressure problem, this light will stay on after you start your engine, or come on when you are driving.


This indicates that your engine is not receiving enough oil. The engine could be low on oil, or could have some other oil problem. Have it fixed immediately.


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The oil light may also come on when the ignition is on but the engine is not running, the light will come on as a test to show you it is working, but the light will go out when you turn the ignition to START. If it does not come on with the ignition on, you may have a problem with the fuse or bulb. Have it fixed right away.


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Do not 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.


Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil.


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Passlock® Warning Light


Your vehicle has a Passlock® theft-deterrent system. With this system, the security light will flash as you open the door if your ignition is off.


For more information, see Passlock® on page 103.


Reduced Engine Power Light


This light will come on briefly when you start the engine.


This light, along with the service engine soon light will be displayed when a noticeable reduction in the vehicle’s performance may occur. Stop the vehicle and turn off the ignition. Wait for 10 seconds and restart your vehicle. This may correct the condition.


The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed when the reduced engine power light is on but acceleration and speed may be reduced. The performance may be reduced until the next time you drive your vehicle. If this light stays on, see your retailer as soon as possible for diagnosis and repair. Highbeam On Light


This light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use.


See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 145.


Fuel Gage


When the ignition is on, the fuel gage on the right tells you about how much fuel you have left in your tank.


When the indicator nears empty, the LOW FUEL message will come on. You still have a little fuel left, but you should get more soon. See Low Fuel Warning Message on page 185 for more information.


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Boost Gage


Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage: (cid:129) At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off


before the gage reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated. For example, the gage may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank’s capacity to fill the tank.


(cid:129) The gage moves a little when you turn a corner


or speed up.


(cid:129) The gage takes a few seconds to stabilize after


the ignition is turned on, and will go back to empty when you turn the ignition off.


For your fuel tank capacity, see Capacities and Specifications on page 384.


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If your vehicle has this gage, it is located on the steering column. This gage indicates vacuum during light to moderate throttle and boost under heavier throttle. This gage displays the air pressure level in the intake manifold before it enters the engine’s combustion chamber.


This gage is automatically centered at zero every time the ignition is turned to RUN. Actual vacuum or boost is displayed from this zero point. The boost gage has three pairs of lights that are located on each side of the gage. These lights are used to indicate three different engine rpm levels. The default setting for the lower pair of lights is 4,400 rpm, the middle pair of lights is 5,600 rpm, and the top pair of lights is 6,200 rpm. These settings can be adjusted by turning the stem behind each light. To have the light pair come on at a higher rpm level, turn the stem counterclockwise. To have the light pair come on at a lower rpm level, turn the stem clockwise. Each detent adjusts the settings by 100 rpm. To restore the default settings, press and hold any stem for three seconds. The lights will flash three times. To turn the lights off or on, press and release any stem.


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Message Center The message center is located in the instrument panel cluster. It gives you important safety and maintenance facts. If there are several messages, each message will be shown for a few seconds and will continue to repeat until cleared. To clear a message, press the trip/reset button while the message you want to clear is being displayed. Many messages will also cause a chime to sound, to alert you to the message. Changing the Language (Canada Only) Vehicles first sold in Canada have instrument panel clusters that show messages in either English or French. To change the language, do the following: 1. Turn the ignition on. 2. Press the trip/reset button until the current


language of ENGLISH or FRENCH is displayed.


3. Press and hold the trip/reset button for


several seconds until the language is changed.


4. Press the trip/reset button to return to the


odometer display.


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Low Traction Message


If your vehicle has an enhanced traction system (ETS), this LOW TRAC message will be displayed when the system is limiting wheel spin.


See Enhanced Traction System (ETS) on page 226 for more information.


Traction Off Message


If your vehicle has an enhanced traction system (ETS), this TRAC OFF message will be displayed briefly when the system has been turned off.


See Enhanced Traction System (ETS) on page 226 for more information.


Cruise Control Message


Change Engine Oil Message


The CRUISE message is displayed briefly when your cruise control system has been activated, or set to a desired speed.


When the CHG OIL message is displayed, it means that service is required for your vehicle.


See Cruise Control on page 147 for more information.


See Scheduled Maintenance on page 391 and Engine Oil on page 283 for more information.


Transaxle Fluid Hot Message


If the TRANS HOT message is displayed, the automatic transaxle fluid may be overheating.


See Engine Overheating on page 297 for more information.


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Check Gage Message


Power Steering Message


If the PWR STR message is displayed, a problem has been detected with the electric power steering.


If you suspect electric power steering problems and/or the PWR STR message is on, see your retailer for service and repair.


Trunk Ajar Warning Message


When the TRUNK message is displayed, it means the trunk lid is not fully closed.


If the CHK GAGE message is displayed, the engine coolant may be overheated. A chime will also sound to alert you to this message.


If this message is displayed, check your engine coolant temperature gage. If the needle is in the red area, your engine may be overheating. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 173 and Engine Overheating on page 297
for more information. Notice: Driving with either the CHK GAGE message or the COOLANT message displayed in the message center and the Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on your instrument panel in the red zone could cause your vehicle to overheat. See Engine Overheating on page 297. Your vehicle could be damaged and the damages might not be covered by your warranty.


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Check Gas Cap Message


Error Message


This message will come on when the ignition is on and the gas cap is open.


When the ERROR message is displayed, there is a problem with your odometer system.


Low Fuel Warning Message


See your retailer for service and repair if this message is displayed.


When the LOW FUEL message is displayed, you may have less than 1.5 gallons (5.5 liters) of fuel left.


A chime will also sound to alert you to this message. You should refuel your vehicle immediately. When the fuel tank is filled to more than 3.3 gallons (11.5 liters), this message will no longer be displayed.


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Audio System(s) Determine which radio your vehicle has and then read the pages following to familiarize yourself with its features. Driving without distraction is a necessity for a safer driving experience. See Defensive Driving on page 218. By taking a few moments to read this manual and get familiar with your vehicle’s audio system, you can use it with less effort, as well as take advantage of its features. While your vehicle is parked, set up your audio system by presetting your favorite radio stations, setting the tone and adjusting the speakers. Then, when driving conditions permit, you can tune to your favorite stations using the presets and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has them.


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This system provides you with a far greater access to audio stations and song listings. Giving extended attention to entertainment tasks while driving can cause a crash and you or others can be injured or killed. Always keep your eyes on the road and your mind on the drive — avoid engaging in extended searching while driving.


Keeping your mind on the drive is important for safe driving. Here are some ways in which you can help avoid distraction while driving. While your vehicle is parked: (cid:129) Familiarize yourself with all of its controls. (cid:129) Familiarize yourself with its operation. (cid:129) Set up your audio system by presetting your favorite radio stations, setting the tone, and adjusting the speakers. Then, when driving conditions permit, you can tune to your favorite radio stations using the presets and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has them.


Notice: Before adding any sound equipment to your vehicle, such as an audio system, CD player, CB radio, mobile telephone, or two-way radio, make sure that it can be added by checking with your dealer/retailer. Also, check federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units. If sound equipment can be added, it is very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, radio, or other systems, and even damage them. Your vehicle’s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added. Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 108 for more information.


Setting the Time (Without Date Display) If your vehicle has an AM/FM base radio with a single CD player and preset buttons numbered one through six, the radio has a clock button for setting the time. You can set the time by following these steps: 1. Turn the ignition key to ACC (accessory) or RUN. Press the power knob, located in the center of the radio, to turn the radio on.


2. Press the clock button until the hour numbers begin flashing on the display. Press the clock button a second time and the minute numbers begin flashing on the display.


3. While either the hour or the minute numbers are flashing, turn the tune knob, located on the upper right side of the radio, clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the time.


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4. Press the clock button again until the clock


display stops flashing to set the currently displayed time; otherwise, the flashing stops after five seconds and the current time displayed will be automatically set.


To change the time default setting from 12 hour to 24 hour, press the clock button and then the pushbutton located under the forward arrow label. Once the time 12H and 24H are displayed, press the pushbutton located under the desired option to select the default. Press the clock button again to apply the selected default, or let the screen time out.


Setting the Time (With Date Display) If your vehicle has a radio with a single CD player, the radio has a clock button for setting the time and date. To set the time and date, follow these instructions: 1. Turn the ignition key to ACC (accessory) or RUN. Press the power knob, located in the center of the radio, to turn the radio on.


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2. Press the clock button and the HR, MIN, MM,


DD, YYYY (hour, minute, month, day, and year) displays.


3. Press the pushbutton located under any


one of the labels that you want to change. Every time the pushbutton is pressed again, the time or the date if selected, increases by one. (cid:129) Another way to increase the time or date, is


to press the right SEEK arrow or FWD (forward) button.


(cid:129) To decrease the time or date, press the left


SEEK arrow or REV (reverse) button, or turn the tune knob, located on the upper right side of the radio.


The date does not automatically display. To see the date press the clock button while the radio is on. The date with display times out after a few seconds and goes back to the normal radio and time display. If your vehicle has a radio with a six-disc CD player, the radio has a MENU button instead of the clock button to set the time and date.


To set the time and date, follow these instructions: 1. Turn the ignition key to ACC (accessory) or RUN. Press the power knob, located in the center of the radio, to turn the radio on. 2. Press the MENU button. Once the clock


option is displayed.


3. Press the pushbutton located under that label.


The HR, MIN, MM, DD, YYYY displays. 4. Press the pushbutton located under any


one of the labels that you want to change. Every time the pushbutton is pressed again, the time or the date if selected, increases by one. (cid:129) Another way to increase the time or date, is


to press the right SEEK arrow or FWD (forward) button.


(cid:129) To decrease the time or date, press the left


SEEK arrow or REV (reverse) button, or turn the tune knob, located on the upper right side of the radio.


The date does not automatically display. To see the date press the MENU button and then the clock button while the radio is on. The date with display times out after a few seconds and goes back to the normal radio and time display. To change the time default setting from 12 hour to 24 hour or to change the date default setting from month/day/year to day/month/year, follow these instructions: 1. Press the clock button and then the


pushbutton located under the forward arrow label. Once the time 12H and 24H, and the date MM/DD/YYYY (month, day, and year) and DD/MM/YYYY (day, month, and year) displays.


2. Press the pushbutton located under the


desired option.


3. Press the clock or MENU button again to


apply the selected default, or let the screen time out.


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Radio with CD (Base)


Finding a Station


BAND: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2 or AM. The display will show the selection.


f (Tune): Turn this knob to select radio stations. © SEEK ¨: Press the right or left SEEK arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there. To scan stations, press and hold either SEEK arrow for a few seconds until a beep sounds. The radio goes to a station, plays for a few seconds, then goes to the next station. Press either SEEK arrow again to stop scanning. The radio only seeks and scans stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band. 4(Information): Press this button to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time. When the ignition is off, press this button to display the time.


Playing the Radio


O (Power/Volume): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. Turn this knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the volume. The radio remembers the previous volume setting whenever the radio is turned on. You can still manually adjust the volume by using the volume knob.


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Setting Preset Stations Up to 18 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM), can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons, by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press BAND to select FM1, FM2, or AM. 3. Tune in the desired station. 4. Press and hold one of the six numbered


pushbuttons for three seconds until a beep sounds. Whenever that pushbutton is pressed and released, the station that was set, returns.


5. Repeat the Steps 2 through 4 for each


pushbutton.


Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) BASS/TREB (Bass/Treble): To adjust the bass or treble, press the tune knob or EQ button until the desired tone control label appears on the display. Turn the tune knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the setting. The display shows the current bass or treble level. If a station’s frequency is weak, or if there is static, decrease the treble. EQ (Equalization): Press this button to adjust BASS and TREBLE Settings.


Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)


` BAL/FADE (Balance/Fade): To adjust the balance or fade, press this button or the tune knob until the desired speaker control label appears on the display. Turn the tune knob clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the setting. Radio Messages


Calibration Error: The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If Calibration Error displays, it means that the radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and it must be returned to your retailer for service. Playing a CD (Single CD Player) Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player pulls it in and the CD should begin playing. If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player, it stays in the player. When the ignition or radio is turned on, the CD starts playing where it stopped, if it was the last selected audio source.


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When a CD is inserted, the CD symbol appears on the radio display. As each new track starts to play, the track number appears on the display. The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch (8 cm) single CDs with an adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner. If playing a CD-R, the sound quality may be reduced due to CD-R quality, the method of recording, the quality of the music that has been recorded, and the way the CD-R has been handled. There may be an increase in skipping, difficulty in finding tracks, and/or difficulty in loading and ejecting. If these problems occur, check the bottom surface of the CD. If the surface of the CD is damaged, such as cracked, broken, or scratched, the CD will not play properly. If the surface of the CD is soiled, see Care of Your CDs on page 215 for more information. If there is no apparent damage, try a known good CD. Do not add any label to a CD, it could get caught in the CD player. If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed, try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a marking pen.


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If a label is added to a CD, or more


Notice: than one CD is inserted into the slot at a time, or an attempt is made to play scratched or damaged CDs, the CD player could be damaged. While using the CD player, use only CDs in good condition without any label, load one CD at a time, and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials, liquids, and debris. If an error appears on the display, see “CD Messages” later in this section. Z EJECT: Press the CD eject button to eject the CD. If the CD is not removed, after several seconds, the CD automatically pulls back into the player.


f (Tune): Turn this knob to select tracks on the CD currently playing. © SEEK ¨: Press the left SEEK arrow to go to the start of the current track, if more than ten seconds have played. Press the right SEEK arrow to go to the next track. If either SEEK arrow is held or pressed multiple times, the player continues moving backward or forward through the CD.


s REV (Reverse): Press and hold this button to reverse playback quickly within a track. You will hear sound at a reduced volume. Release this button to resume playing the track. The elapsed time of the track appears on the display. \ FWD (Fast Forward): Press and hold this button to advance playback quickly within a track. You will hear sound at a reduced volume. Release this button to resume playing the track. The elapsed time of the track appears on the display.


RDM (Random): With random, you can listen to CD tracks in random, rather than sequential order. To use random, do the following: 1. To play tracks from the CD you are


listening to in random order, press the RDM pushbutton. The random icon appears on the display.


2. Press the same pushbutton again to turn off


random play. The random icon disappears from the display.


RPT (Repeat): With repeat, one track can be repeated (played over and over).


To repeat the track you are listening to, press and release the RPT button. An arrow symbol appears on the display. Press RPT again to turn off repeat play. 4(Information): Press this button to switch the display between the track number, elapsed time of the track, and the time. When the ignition is off, press this button to display the time.


BAND: Press this button to listen to the radio when a CD is playing. The CD remains safely inside the radio for future listening.


CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Press this button to play a CD when a portable audio device is playing. Your radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate. Connect an external audio device such as a portable MP3 audio player to the auxiliary input jack for use as another source for audio listening. Press the CD/AUX button again and the system will begin playing audio from the connected portable audio player. If a portable audio player is not connected, “No Aux” displays.


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Using the Auxiliary Input Jack Your radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate. This is not an audio output; do not plug the headphone set into the front auxiliary input jack. You can however, connect an external audio device such as an iPod, laptop computer, MP3
player, CD changer, or cassette tape player, etc. to the auxiliary input jack for use as another source for audio listening. Drivers are encouraged to set up any auxiliary device while the vehicle is in park (P). See Defensive Driving on page 218 for more information on driver distraction. To use a portable audio player, connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 inch) cable to the radio’s front auxiliary input jack. When a device is connected, press the radio CD/AUX button to begin playing audio from the device over the car speakers.


CD Messages


CHECK DISC: If this message appears on the display and/or the CD comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons:


It is very hot. When the temperature returns to normal, the CD should play.


(cid:129) You are driving on a very rough road.


When the road becomes smoother, the CD should play.


(cid:129) The CD is dirty, scratched, wet, or


upside down.


(cid:129) The air is very humid. If so, wait about an


hour and try again.


(cid:129) There may have been a problem while


burning the CD-R.


(cid:129) The label may be caught in the CD player. If the CD is not playing correctly, for any other reason, try a known good CD. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, contact your retailer. If the radio displays an error message, write it down and provide it to your retailer when reporting the problem.


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(cid:129) O (Power/Volume): Turn this knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the volume of the portable player. You may need to do additional volume adjustments from the portable device if the volume does not go loud or soft enough.


BAND: Press this button to listen to the radio when a portable audio device is playing. The portable audio device continues playing, so you may want to stop it or power it off.


CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Press this button to play a CD when a portable audio device is playing. Press this button again and the system begins playing audio from the connected portable audio player. If a portable audio player is not connected, “No Aux” displays.


Radio with CD (MP3)


Radio with CD shown,


Radio with Six-Disc CD (MP3) similar


Radio Data System (RDS) The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). The RDS feature is available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information.


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This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and only works when the information is available. While the radio is tuned to an FM-RDS station, the station name or call letters appear on the display. In rare cases, a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that causes the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station. XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and Canada. XM™ offers a large variety of coast-to-coast channels including music, news, sports, talk, traffic/weather (U.S. subscribers), and children’s programming. XM™ provides digital quality audio and text information that includes song title and artist name. A service fee is required in order to receive the XM™ service. For more information, contact XM™; In the U.S. at www.xmradio.com or call 1-800-852-XMXM (9696) or in Canada at www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-GET-XMSR (438-9677).


Playing the Radio


O (Power/Volume): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume. Finding a Station


BAND: Press this button to switch between AM, FM, or XM™ (if equipped). The display shows the selection.


f (Tune): Turn this knob to select radio stations. © SEEK ¨: Press the right or left SEEK arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there. To scan stations, press and hold either SEEK arrow for a few seconds until a beep sounds. The radio goes to a station, plays for a few seconds, then goes to the next station. Press either SEEK arrow again to stop scanning. The radio only seeks and scans stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band.


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4(Information) (XM™ Satellite Radio Service, MP3, and RDS Features): Press the information button to display additional text information related to the current FM-RDS or XM™ station, or MP3
song. A choice of additional information such as: Channel, Song, Artist, CAT (category) may appear. Continue pressing the information button to highlight the desired label, or press the pushbutton positioned under any one of the labels and the information about that label is displayed. When information is not available, No Info displays. Storing a Radio Station as a Favorite Drivers are encouraged to set up their radio station favorites while the vehicle is parked. Tune to your favorite stations using the presets, favorites button, and steering wheel controls (if equipped). See Defensive Driving on page 218.


FAV (Favorites): A maximum of 36 stations can be programmed as favorites using the six pushbuttons positioned below the radio station frequency labels and by using the radio favorites page button (FAV button). Press the FAV button to go through up to six pages of favorites, each having six favorite stations available per page. Each page of favorites can contain any combination of AM, FM, or XM™ (if equipped) stations. To store a station as a favorite, perform the following steps: 1. Tune to the desired radio station. 2. Press the FAV button to display the page


where you want the station stored.


3. Press and hold one of the six pushbuttons


until a beep sounds. Whenever that pushbutton is pressed and released, the station that was set, returns.


4. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton radio


station you want stored as a favorite.


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The number of favorites pages can be setup using the MENU button. To setup the number of favorites pages, perform the following steps: 1. Press the MENU button to display the radio


setup menu.


2. Press the pushbutton located below the


FAV 1-6 label.


3. Select the desired number of favorites pages by pressing the pushbutton located below the displayed page numbers.


4. Press the FAV button, or let the menu time


out, to return to the original main radio screen showing the radio station frequency labels and to begin the process of programming your favorites for the chosen amount of numbered pages.


Setting the Tone (Bass/Midrange/Treble)


BASS/MID/TREB (Bass, Midrange, or Treble): To adjust bass, midrange, or treble, press the tune knob until the tone control labels appear on the display. Continue pressing to highlight the desired label, or press the pushbutton positioned under the desired label. Turn the tune knob clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the highlighted setting. You can also adjust the highlighted setting by pressing either the SEEK, FWD (forward), or REV (reverse) button until the desired levels are obtained. If a station’s frequency is weak, or if there is static, decrease the treble. To quickly adjust bass, midrange, or treble to the middle position, press the pushbutton positioned under the BASS, MID, or TREB label for more than two seconds. A beep sounds and the level adjusts to the middle position. To quickly adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position, press the tune knob for more than two seconds until a beep sounds.


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EQ (Equalization): Press this button to select preset equalization settings. To return to the manual mode, press the EQ button until Manual displays or start to manually adjust the bass, midrange, or treble by pressing the tune knob. Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) BAL/FADE (Balance/Fade): To adjust balance or fade, press the tune knob until the speaker control labels appear on the display. Continue pressing to highlight the desired label, or press the pushbutton positioned under the desired label. Turn the tune knob clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the highlighted setting. You can also adjust the highlighted setting by pressing either the SEEK, FWD, or REV button until the desired levels are obtained. To quickly adjust balance or fade to the middle position, press the pushbutton positioned under the BAL or FADE label for more than two seconds. A beep sounds and the level adjusts to the middle position. To quickly adjust all speaker and tone controls to the middle position, press the tune knob for more than two seconds until a beep sounds.


Finding a Category (CAT) Station


CAT (Category): The CAT button is used to find XM™ stations when the radio is in the XM™ mode. To find XM™ channels within a desired category, perform the following: 1. Press the BAND button until the XM™


frequency is displayed. Press the CAT button to display the category labels on the radio display. Continue pressing the CAT button until the desired category name is displayed.


2. Press either of the two buttons below


the desired category label to immediately tune to the first XM™ station associated with that category.


3. Turn the tune knob, press the buttons below the right or left arrows displayed, or press the right or left SEEK buttons to go to the next or previous XM™ station within the selected category.


4. To exit the category search mode, press the FAV button or BAND button to display your favorites again.


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Radio Messages


Calibration Error: The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If Calibration Error displays, it means that the radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and it must be returned to your retailer for service. Radio Messages for XM™ Only See XM Radio Messages on page 212 later in this section for further detail. Playing a CD (Single CD Player) Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player pulls it in and the CD should begin playing.


Undesired XM™ categories can be removed through the setup menu. To remove an undesired category, perform the following: 1. Press the MENU button to display the radio


setup menu.


2. Press the pushbutton located below the XM


CAT label.


3. Turn the tune knob to display the category


you want removed.


4. Press the pushbutton located under the


Remove label until the category name along with the word Removed displays.


5. Repeat the steps to remove more categories. Removed categories can be restored by pressing the pushbutton under the Add label when a removed category is displayed or by pressing the pushbutton under the Restore All label. The radio does not allow you to remove or add categories while the vehicle is moving faster than five mph (eight km/h).


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Playing a CD(s) (Six-Disc CD Player)


LOAD ^: Press this button to load CDs into the CD player. This CD player holds up to six CDs. To insert one CD, do the following: 1. Press and release the load button. 2. Wait for the message to insert the disc. 3. Load a CD. Insert the CD partway into the slot,


label side up. The player pulls the CD in.


To insert multiple CDs, do the following: 1. Press and hold the load button for


two seconds. A beep sounds and Load All Discs displays.


2. Follow the displayed instruction on when to insert the discs. The CD player takes up to six CDs.


3. Press the Load button again to cancel loading


more CDs.


If the ignition or radio is turned off, with a CD in the player, it stays in the player. When the ignition or radio is turned on, the CD starts playing where it stopped, if it was the last selected audio source.


When a CD is inserted, the CD symbol appears on the CD. As each new track starts to play, the track number appears on the display. The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch (8 cm) single CDs with an adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner. If playing a CD-R, the sound quality may be reduced due to CD-R quality, the method of recording, the quality of the music that has been recorded, and the way the CD-R has been handled. There may be an increase in skipping, difficulty in finding tracks, and/or difficulty in loading and ejecting. If these problems occur, check the bottom surface of the CD. If the surface of the CD is damaged, such as cracked, broken, or scratched, the CD will not play properly. If the surface of the CD is soiled, see Care of Your CDs on page 215 for more information. If there is no apparent damage, try a known good CD.


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If a label is added to a CD, or more


Do not add any label to a CD, it could get caught in the CD player. If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed, try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a marking pen. Notice: than one CD is inserted into the slot at a time, or an attempt is made to play scratched or damaged CDs, the CD player could be damaged. While using the CD player, use only CDs in good condition without any label, load one CD at a time, and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials, liquids, and debris. If an error appears on the display, see “CD Messages” later in this section. Z EJECT: Press the CD eject button to eject CD(s). To eject the CD that is currently playing, press and release this button. A beep sounds and Ejecting Disc displays. Once the disc is ejected, Remove Disc displays. The CD can be removed. If the CD is not removed, after several seconds, the CD automatically pulls back into the player and begins playing.


For the Six-Disc CD player, press and hold the eject button for two seconds to eject all discs.


f (Tune): Turn this knob to select tracks on the CD currently playing. © SEEK ¨: Press the left SEEK arrow to go to the start of the current track, if more than ten seconds have played. Press the right SEEK arrow to go to the next track. If either SEEK arrow is held, or pressed multiple times, the player continues moving backward or forward through the tracks on the CD. s REV (Reverse): Press and hold this button to reverse playback quickly within a track. You will hear sound at a reduced volume. Release this button to resume playing the track. The elapsed time of the track appears on the display. \ FWD (Fast Forward): Press and hold this button to advance playback quickly within a track. You will hear sound at a reduced volume. Release this button to resume playing the track. The elapsed time of the track appears on the display.


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RDM (Random): With random, you can listen to the tracks in random, rather than sequential order, on one CD or all CDs in a six-disc CD player. To use random, do one of the following: (cid:129) To play the tracks from the CD you are listening


to in random order, press the pushbutton positioned under the RDM label until Random Current Disc is displayed. Press the pushbutton again to turn off random play.


(cid:129) To play tracks from all CDs loaded in a six-disc


CD player in random order, press the pushbutton positioned under the RDM label until Randomize All Discs displays. Press the same pushbutton again to turn off random play.


BAND: Press this button to listen to the radio when a CD is playing. The CD remains safely inside the radio for future listening.


CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio. The CD icon and track number appears on the display when a CD is in the player. Your radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate. You can connect an external audio device such as a portable audio player to the auxiliary input jack for use as another source for playing CDs. Press the CD/AUX button again and the system begins playing audio from the connected portable audio player. If a portable audio player is not connected, “No Input Device Found” displays. Playing an MP3 CD-R or CD-RW Disc If your radio system has a single CD (MP3) player or a six-disc CD (MP3) player, it is capable of playing an MP3 CD-R or CD-RW disc. For more information on how to play an MP3 CD-R or CD-RW disc, see Using an MP3 on page 205 later in this section.


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Using the Auxiliary Input Jack Your radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate. This is not an audio output; do not plug the headphone set into the front auxiliary input jack. You can however, connect an external audio device such as an iPod, laptop computer, MP3
player, CD changer, or cassette tape player, etc. to the auxiliary input jack for use as another source for audio listening. Drivers are encouraged to set up any auxiliary device while the vehicle is in park (P). See Defensive Driving on page 218 for more information on driver distraction. To use a portable audio player, connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 inch) cable to the radio’s front auxiliary input jack. When a device is connected, press the radio CD/AUX button to begin playing audio from the device over the car speakers.


CD Messages


CHECK DISC: If this message appears on the display and/or the CD comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons:


It is very hot. When the temperature returns to normal, the CD should play.


(cid:129) You are driving on a very rough road.


When the road becomes smoother, the CD should play.


(cid:129) The CD is dirty, scratched, wet, or


upside down.


(cid:129) The air is very humid. If so, wait about an


hour and try again.


(cid:129) There may have been a problem while


burning the CD.


(cid:129) The label may be caught in the CD player. If the CD is not playing correctly, for any other reason, try a known good CD. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, contact your retailer. If the radio displays an error message, write it down and provide it to your retailer when reporting the problem.


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(cid:129) O (Power/Volume): Turn this knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the volume of the portable player. You may need to do additional volume adjustments from the portable device if the volume does not go loud or soft enough.


BAND: Press this button to listen to the radio when a portable audio device is playing. The portable audio device will continue playing, so you may want to stop it or power it off.


CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Press this button to play a CD when a portable audio device is playing. Press this button again and the system begins playing audio from the connected portable audio player. If a portable audio player is not connected, “No Input Device Found” displays.


Using an MP3
MP3 CD-R or CD-RW Disc The radio plays MP3 files that were recorded on a CD-R or CD-RW disc. The files can be recorded with the following fixed bit rates: 32 kbps, 40 kbps, 56 kbps, 64 kbps, 80 kbps, 96 kbps, 112 kbps, 128 kbps, 160 kbps, 192 kbps, 224 kbps, 256 kbps, and 320 kbps or a variable bit rate. Song title, artist name, and album can display

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