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The Engine Number is stamped into

the engine block.

The Transmission Number is on a

label on top of the transmission.

Identification Numbers

Technical Information

289

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Your Car at a Glance5
Table of Contents8
Important Safety Precautions9
Your Car's Safety Features10
Some Safety Features Do Not Require10
Seat Belts11
Airbags13
Seats & Seat-Backs14
Head Restraints14
Door Locks14
Pre-Drive Safety Checklist15
Protecting Adults16
Close and Lock the Doors16
Adjust the Front Seats16
Adjust the Seat-Backs17
Fasten and Position the Seat Belts19
Adjust the Steering Wheel20
Maintain a Proper Sitting Position21
Advice for Pregnant Women22
Additional Safety Precautions22
Additional Safety Precaution22
Protecting Children24
All Children Must be Restrained24
Children Should Sit in the Back Seat25
The Passenger's Front Airbag Poses Serious Risks to Children25
If You Must Drive with Several Children27
If a Child Requires Close Attention27
Additional Safety Precautions28
General Guidelines for Using Child Seats29
Protecting Infants33
Protecting Small Children37
Driver and Passenger Safety38
Protecting Larger Children40
Using Child Seats with Tethers44
Using LATCH45
Additional Information about Your Seat Belts47
Seat Belt System Components47
Lap/Shoulder Belt47
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners48
Seat Belt Maintenance49
Additional Information about Your Airbags51
SRS Components51
How Your Front Airbags Work51
How Your Side Airbags Work53
How the SRS Indicator Light Works54
How the Side Airbag Cut-Off Indicator Light Works55
Airbag Service56
Additional Safety Precautions56
Carbon Monoxide Hazard57
Safety Labels58
Control Locations61
Indicator Lights62
Maintenance Required Indicator67
Security System Indicator68
Gauges69
Speedometer69
Tachometer69
Odometer69
Trip Meter70
Fuel Gauge70
Temperature Gauge70
Controls Near the Steering Wheel71
Headlights72
Daytime Running Lights72
Instrument Panel Brightness73
Turn Signals73
Windshield Wipers74
Windshield Washers75
Rear Window Wiper and Washer75
Hazard Warning76
Rear Window Defogger76
Steering Wheel Adjustment77
Keys and Locks78
Keys78
Immobilizer System79
Ignition Switch80
Door Locks82
Instruments and Controls82
Power Door/Hatch Locks83
Hatch83
Remote Transmitter84
Glove Box87
Seat Adjustments88
Front Seat Adjustments88
Driver's Seat Height Adjustment89
Driver's Lumbar Support89
Rear Seat Access89
Folding Rear Seat90
Seat Heaters91
Cargo Area Cover92
Power Windows93
Moonroof96
Mirrors97
Adjusting the Power Mirrors97
Position97
Parking Brake98
Mirrors, Parking Brake98
Vanity Mirror99
Coat Hook99
Beverage Holder100
Console Compartment101
Accessory Power Socket102
Interior Lights102
Comfort and Convenience Features104
Air Conditioning System105
Heating and Cooling105
Audio System112
Security System151
Cruise Control152
Automatic Transmission153
Before Driving156
General Precautions157
Fuel Economy164
Accessories and Modifications165
Carrying Cargo167
Shift Lever Position Indicator170
Shift Lever Positions170
Driving170
Preparing to Drive171
Starting the Engine172
Shift Lock Release182
The Braking System184
Driving in Bad Weather187
Towing a Trailer189
Battery196
Maintenance196
Maintenance Safety197
Maintenance Schedule199
Owner Maintenance Checks208
Fluid Locations209
Engine Oil210
Cooling System215
Transmission Fluid221
Brake and Clutch Fluid223
Power Steering224
Air Cleaner Element225
Spark Plugs228
Specifications229
Wiper Blades232
Air Conditioning System234
Dust and Pollen Filter235
Drive Belts237
Back-Up Lights246
Brake Lights246
Storing Your Car255
Appearance Care256
Exterior Care257
Interior Care259
Corrosion Protection262
Body Repairs263
Taking Care of the Unexpected264
Compact Spare Tire265
Changing a Flat Tire266
If Your Engine Won't Start272
Jump Starting273
If Your Engine Overheats275
Low Oil Pressure Indicator277
Charging System Indicator278
Malfunction Indicator Lamp279
Brake System Indicator281
Closing the Moonroof282
Emergency Towing288
Technical Information290
Identification Numbers291
Specifications293
Cargo Area Light294
Ceiling Light294
Front Turn Signal Lights294
Headlights294
High-Mount Brake Light294
License Plate Light294
Rear Side Marker Lights294
Specifications294
Spotlights294
Oxygenated Fuels297
Driving in Foreign Countries298
Emissions Controls299
Three Way Catalytic Converter301
State Emissions Testing302
Warranty and Customer Relations304
Warranty Coverages306
Authorized Manuals (U.S. Only)309
Authorized Manuals310
Service Information Summary320

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