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Opel Blazer
Operation, Safety, Maintenance
Your Blazer
Developed to the latest findings of automobile research, it offerstechnical sophistication and exceptional comfort. Particular emphasiswas placed on using environmentally sound, recyclable materials,throughout the design process. Your Blazer represents an idealsynthesis of advanced technology, outstanding safety, environmentalcompatibilty and economy in operation.
Your Blazer may use Premium, Premix or Unleaded fuel.
It now lies with you to drive your Blazer safety and to see it performs perfectly.
Make use of this owner’s manual:It gives you all the necessary informationIt has an index to help you find what you want.It will familiarize you with the sophisticated technology.It will increase you pleasure in your Blazer.It will help you to handle your vehicle expertly.
The Owner’s Manual should always be kept in the vehicle:ready to hand in the glove compartment.
Care and maintenance as detailed in the Owners Manual andMaintenance Booklet ensure safe vehicle operation andmaintain the value of your car.
We wish you many hours of pleasurable drivingYour Opel team
Opel Blazer Owner’s Manual
How to Use this Manual ................................................................................................... iiImportant Safety Precautions ........................................................................................... iiiInstrumentation and Controls ......................................................................................... 1-1Seats and Safety Belts .................................................................................................... 2-1Starting and Operating Instructions ................................................................................ 3-1Service and Maintenance ................................................................................................ 4-1Problems on the Road .................................................................................................... 5-1Index ............................................................................................................................. 6-1
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Important Notes Aboutthis ManualThis manual should be considered a permanent partof the vehicle. Keep it with the vehicle when sold, toprovide the next owner with important operating, safetyand maintenance information.
All information, illustration and specifications in thismanual are based on the latest product informationavailable at the time of printing. We reserve the rightto make changes in the product without further notice.
The illustration throughout the manual are typical andare not intended to exact representations of any part ofyour vehicle. Please be aware that the vehicle youpurchase may not be equipped with each option that isexplained in this manual.
When it comes to service, keep in mind that yourdealer knows your vehicle best and is commited to yourcomplete satisfaction. Your dealer invites you to returnfor all of your service need both during and after thewarranty period. Should you have any concern that hasnot been handled to your satisfaction, follow the stepsoutlined in the Warranty and Owner AssistanceInformation booklet.
How to Use this ManualUse this manual to learn about the features of your newvehicle and how they operate.
CAUTIONS and NOTICES alert you to conditions thatmay result in injury, or that may damage your vehicle.
CAUTION:These mean there is something that could hurt you orother people.
NOTICE:These mean there is something that could damageyour vehicle.
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Important Safety PrecautionsCAUTION:
• Be sure the shift lever is in REVERSE (R)and the parking brake is firmly appliedwhen you leave your vehicle.
• Idling the engine inside an enclosed areasuch as garage, and/or with the airconditioner’s fan off, may allow dangerousexhaust fumes into your vehicle.
• Engine exhaust can kill. If you suspectexhaus is coming into your vehicle, have itfixed immediately.
CAUTION: (Continued)
CAUTION: (Continued)• Always wear your safety belt. Be sure it is
adjusted properly at all times.• Have your brakes checked immediately if
the warning lights stays on.• When you are going down a steep hill, use a
lower shift range, along with the brakes, tocontrol the vehicle’s speed.
• Exercise extreme caution around theelectric engine fan. It sometimes starts byitself, even when the engine is not running.
• When you open the fuel filler cap, open itslightly at first to release the pressure inside thetank, then turn it all the way.
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NOTICE:• If any warning light on the instrument
panel illuminates while you are driving,immediately park your vehicle in a safeplace, and follow the instructions inthis manual.
• If the engine stalls while you are driving,stop and park your vehicle in a safe place.Without the engine running, thepower-assisted brake and steering systemswill not work properly, and braking andsteering will require substansial effort.
• Do not drive through deep puddles. Ifwater enters into an air inlet, it mightdamage the engine. If you must drivethriugh a puddle, drive carefully so as notto allow the water to splash against theunderbody of the vehicle.
NOTICE: (Continued)
NOTICE: (Continued)• After going through a car wash or driving
through a puddle, the brakes may not workwell. Apply light pedal pressure until thebrakes work normally.
• Do not put paper or flammable items intoan ashtray. They may catch the fire from acigarette. Do not carry combustiblematerials, such as gasoline, in the rear area.
• Additional equipment, such as cellulartelephone, may interfere with the operationof your vehicle’s engine, radio or otherelectronic systems and even damage them.Please consult an authorized dealer beforeinstalling electronic equipment.
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Section 1 Instrumentation and Controls
This section describes the standard and optional featuresand controls that may be on your vehicle. Some of thefeatures and controls may not be included in yourspecific model.
Audio SystemSee the audio system supplement for information onhow to use your audio system and set the clock.
AntennaThe fixec mast antenna is designed to withstand mostcar washes without damage. Check periodically to seethat the mast is securely tightened to the fender.
If the mast becomes slightly bent, you can straighten it byhand. The mast antenna can be replaced if severely bent.Mast antennas must be kept clean for good performance.
NOTICE:Added sound euipment – like a mobiletelephone or two-way radio – may interfere withthe operation of your vehicle’s engine, radio orother systems, and even damage them. Checkwith your dealer.
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Instrument Panel
1. Air Vents2. Comfort Controls3. Instrument Cluster4. Glove Box5. Ashtray
6. Cigarette Lighter/PowerAuxiliary Outlets(Option)
7. Storage Compartment8. Audio System9. Rear Window Defogger
10. Lamp Controls11. Rear Window Washer/
Wiper (Option)12. Fog Lamps (Option)
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Instrument Panel Cluster
The instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running.
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Headlamp High-Beam IndicatorThis indicator light comeson when the headlamps areset to high beam.
Engine Coolant Temperature GageThis gage shows the enginecoolant temperature. If thepointer moves into the redarea, the engine is too hot!
If the engine coolant has overheated, turn the engine offimmediately. See Sections 4 and 5 for more informationon your vehicle’s cooling system.
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OdometerThe odometer shows how far your vehicle has beendriven. The odometer will show silver lines between thenumbers if someone tampers with it.
Trip OdometerThe trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle hasbeen driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero.
To set the trip odometer to zero, press the button nearthe readout.
SpeedometerThe speedometer displays the vehicle’s speed.
Fuel GageThe fuel gage showshow much fuel is in thefuel tank. The fuel gageworks only when theignition switch is on.
TachometerThe tachometer displays engine speed in thousands ofrevolutions per minute (rpm).
NOTICE:Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in thered area, or engine damage may occur.
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VoltmeterWhen the engine isoperating, the voltmeterindicates the chargingsystem voltage. When theignition is on, but theengine is not running, itindicates the state ofcharge of the battery.
A meter reading continuously in either warning zoneindicates an electrical system malfunction. Have itchecked right away.
Oil Pressure GageThe oil pressure gageindicates the pressure atwhich oil is being deliveredto the various parts of theengine requiring lubrication.
Gage readings which are consistently low may indicatelubrication system and/or engine malfunction.
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Warning LightsYour vehicle has a number of warning lights.
The warning lights go on when teher may be or there isa problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Somewarning lights come on briefly when you turn theignition key on just to let you know they’reworking properly.
Charging System LightThis light will come onbriefly when you turn on theignition, but the engine isnot running, as a check toshow you it is working.
If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, youmay have a problem with the electrical charging system.Have it checked right away.
If you must drive a short distance with the light on, turnoff all accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner.
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Brake System Warning LightYour vehicle has dual brake systems, one for the frontand one for the rear. If one system fails, the othersystem can still stop your vehicle.
The brake system warninglight should come on as youstart the engine. If it doesn’tcome on, then have it fixedso it will be ready to warnyou if there is a problem.
If the warning light comes on when you are driving,teher could be a problem with the brake system, therear wheel anti-lock system or the parking brake. Havethe brake system inspected right away.
Malfunction Indicator LampThe malfunction indicatorlamp monitors the fuel, theignition and emissioncontrol systems. The lightwhould come on when theignition is on, but theengine is not running, asa check to show you it isworking properly.
If it does not come on at all, have it fixed right away.If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, takeyour vehicle in for service.
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Safety Belt Reminder LightThe ligh comes on whenthe ignition is turned toRUN or START as areminder to buckle up. Atone may also sound. See“Safety Belts” in the Index.
Check Gages LightThis light should come onwhen you start the engine.If this light comes on andstays on while you aredriving, check the variousgages to see if they are inthe warning zones.
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CHECKGAGES
Lamps
The main lamp switch controls the following:• Headlamps• Taillamps• Parking Lamps
• License Lamps• Sidemarker Lamps• Instrument Panel Lights• Interior Courtesy Lamps
Press P to turn on your parking and other operating lamps.The headlamps will not come on.
Press the master lamp symbol to turn on yourheadlamps. The parking and other operating lamps willalso come on.
To change the lamps from low beam to high or high tolow, pull the multifunction lever toward you until youhear a click. Then release it. When the high beams are on,an indicator light on the instrument panel will also be on.
Press OFF to turn off the lamps.
Brightness ControlThe INT LIGHTS switch controls the brightness of theinstrument panel lights. Rotate the switch all the way upto turn on the interior lamps.
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Fog Lamps (Option)
Use your fog lamps for better vision in foggy ormisty conditions. Your parking lamps or low-beamheadlamps must be on for your fog lamps to work.
Press the side of the switch with the fog lamp symbol toturn the fog lamps on. Press OFF to turn them off. Alight will glow in the switch shen to fog lamps are on.
Remember , fog lamps alone will not give off as muchlight as your headlamps. Never use your fog lamps inthe darks without turning on your headlamps.
Fog lamps will go off whenever your high-beamheadlamps come on. When the high beams go off, thefog lamps will come on again.
Dome LampWhen the doors are opened, the dome lamp will come on.
Lamps On Reminder (Option)If you open the driver’s door while leaving the lamps onand the ignition off, you will hear a warning tone.
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Hood ReleaseUse the hood release handle, located below the lowerright side of the instrument panel, to open the hood.See “Hood Release” in the Index.
Accessory Power Outlets (Option)The power outlets are near the lighter.
They can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as acellular telephone, portable computers, etc.
NOTICE:The maximum load of any electrical equipmentshould not exceed 20 amps.Leaving electrical equipment on for extendedpreiodes of time can drain your battery.
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Ashtrays and Cigarette LighterTo use the lighter, press it in all the way, and let go.When it’s ready, it wioll pop back by itself.
NOTICE:Don’t put papers and other things that burn intoyour ashtray. If you do, cigarettes or other smokingmaterials could set them on fire, causing damage.NOTICE:
Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your handwhile it is heating. If you do, it won’t be able toback away from the heating element when it’sready. That can mae it overload, damaging thelighter and the heating element.
The front ashtray must be completely pulled out to theopen position before the asthray cover opens andsmoking material can be deposited.
To remove the front ashtray, lift the release tabs as highas possible, then remove the tray.
These vehicles have smaller ashtray inside the reardoors. Press PUSH to turn the ashtray around for use.
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Comfort ControlsWith this system, you can control the heating, coolingand ventilation in your vehicle.
Heating and Air Conditioning System
Fan ControlThe Switch with the fan symbol changes the fan speed.To increase the fan speed, move the switch upward. Todecrease the fan speed, move the switch downward.
Temperature KnobThe upper knob regulates the temperature of the aircoming through the system. Turn the knob clockwise forwarmer air. Turn the knob counterclockwise for cooler air.
Mode KnobThe lower knob allows you to choose the direction of airdelivery.
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OFF: This setting turns the system off. Some outsideair will still enter the vehicle whenever the vehicle ismoving forward.
MAX A/C (Recirculate): This setting providesmaximum cooling with the least amount of work.MAX A/C recirculates much of the air inside yourvehicle so it cools quickly.
A/C: This setting cools the air entering your vehicleand directs it through the indtrument panel outlets.
BI-LEVEL A/C: Air is delivered throughthe heater floor outlets as well as the instrumentpanel outlets.
VENT: This setting directs airflow throughthe instrument panel outlets. The air conditioningcompressor is not working when VENT is selected.
HEAT: This setting directs warmed air throughthe heater floor outlets and windshield defroster outlets.
BLEND: Airflow is divided equally between the
heater floor outlets and the windshiels defroster outlets.
DEFROST: This setting directs most air through thewindshield defroster outlets and some through the heateroutlets.
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Air ConditioningOn hot days, open the windows long enough to let hotinside air escape. This reduces the time it takes for yourvehicle to cool down. Then keep your window closedfor the air conditioner to work its best.
For quick cool-down on very hot days, use MAX A/Cwith the temperature knob turned counterclockwise.This setting should be used to keep odors nd/or dustfrom entering the vehicle. For normal cooling on hotdays, use A/C with the temperature knob turnedcounterclockwise.
On cool but sunny days, use BI-LEVEL A/C to deliverwarm air to the floor and coller air to the instrumentpanel outlets.
Ventilation SystemFor mild outside temperatures, use VENT to directoutside air through your vehicle. Air flows through theinstrument panel outlets.
Your vehicle’s ventilation system supplies outside air tothe inside of your vehicle when it is moving. When thevehicle is not moving, you can get outside air to flowthrough by selecting any mode and any fan speed. Keepthe air path under the front seats clear of objects. Thishelps air to circulate throughout your vehicle.
You will find air outlets in the center and on the sides ofyour instrument panel.
You can move the outlets to directs the flow of air, orclose the outlets altogether. When you close an outlet, itwill increase the flow of air coming out of any outletsthat are open.
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Rear Window Defogger (Option) Press ON to remove fog from the rear window. Anindicator light will glow. The defogger will turn offautomatically after a few minutes. You can also turn thedefogger off by pressing OFF or by turning the ignitionswitch to OFF.
NOTICE:Don’t use a razor blade or something else sharpon the inside the rear window. If you do, youcould cut or damage the warming grid.
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Steering Wheel/Column ControlsTilt Wheel Lever
You can move the tiltsteering wheel to any one ofseveral different positions.To tilt it, hold the steeringwheel and pull the levertoward you.
Place the wheel where you like it and the release thelever. It is recomended that you use the upper mostposition only for entry and exit.
HornSound the horn by pressing the horn symbols on thesteering wheel.
Hazard Warning FalshersPress the switch on top the steering column all theway down to make your turn signal lamps flash on andoff. It works whichever position your ignition key is in,and even if the key isn’t in.
To turn the flashers off, press the switch down again.When the flasher is on, your turn signal won’t work.
Ignition SwitchSee “Ignition Switch” in the Index.
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Multifunction Lever Turn and Lane Change SignalsTo signal a turn, move the lever all the way up (right) ordown(left). When the turn is over, the lever will returnautomatically. To signal a lane change, just raised orlower the lever until the arrow starts to flash. Hold itthere until you complete your lane change. An arrow inthe instrument cluster will flash in the direction of theturn or lane change.
Headlamp High/Low Beam ChangerPull the multifunction lever toward you to select low orhigh beam.
Flash-To-Pass FeaturePull the multifunction lever toward you to operate thisfeature.
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Windshield Wipers Turn the band with the wiper symbol to circlefor a single wiping cycle. Turn the band back to thelongest bar to turn the wipers off. The rest of the barsrepresent different wiper delays. Turn the band to 1 forcontinuous low-speed wiping, or to 2 for continuoushigh-speed wiping.
Windshield WasherPress and release the paddle to spray washer fluid on thewindshield. The washer will spray several times andthen stop. The wipers will clear the windows and theneither stop or return to yout preset speed.
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Rear Window Washer/Wiper (Option)
Some vehicles are equipped with a rear wiper for therear window.
To turn the rear wiper on, press ON. The wipper willoperate in five seconds intervals.
To spray washer fluid on the rear window, press andhold ON.
To turn the rear wiper off, press OFF.
The rear washer uses the same fluid bottle as thewindshield washer.
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WASH
REAR WIPER
ON OFF
MirrorsOutside MirrorsAdjust the outside mirrors so that you can justsee the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in acomfortable driving position. You should fold themirrors inward to prevent damage when going through acar wash or narrow streets
The outside mirror controlis located on the driver’sdoor armrest. Turn thecontrol to L or R to choosethe mirror, then press thearrows on the outside switchring to adjust the mirror.
CAUTION:The outside mirrors make object appear to be fartheraway than they really are. Check yourinside mirror or glance over your shoulder beforechanging lanes.
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Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror
The mirror has two pivots so that you can adjust itup and down or side to side.
Pull the tab at the base of the mirror for nightdriving and press it for day driving.
Sun VisorsTo block out glare, you can swing down the top andbottom visors. You can also swing the botton visor fromside to side. Your visors may have an extension that canbe pulled out for additional glare protection and a strapfor holding small items, such as maps.
Visor Vanity MirrorPull the sun visor down and lift the cover, if you haveone, to expose the vanity mirror.
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Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror
Pull the passenger’s side sun visor down and lift themirror cover to turn on the lamps. You may also havean illuminated mirror on the driver’s side.
Power Windows
Power window switches on the driver’s door controleach of the windows when the ignition is in the RUNposition. Press the side of the switch with the up arrowto close a window. Press the side of the switch with thedown arrow to open a window.
Each passenger door has a control switch for its ownwindow.
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Lockout SwitchThe lockout feature prevents passengers fromoperating power windows. Press LOCK to activatethis feature. Press NORM and the windows return tonormal operation.
DoorsDoor Locks
You can use the manualdoor lock to lock and unlockeach door individually fromthe inside.
Use your key to lock or unlock the front doors from theoutside.For safety reason, only one side door can open withkey and if you want to open all door you must pressLOCK or UNLOCK to open and lock all door.
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Power Door LocksThe switch is located onthe armrest.
Press LOCK to locak all the doors at once. To unlock thedoors, press the raised area next to the key symbol.
The lever on each rear door works only that door’s lock.
Rear Door Security Locks
The rear doors are equipped with locks that help preventpasengers, especially children, from opening the reardoors from the inside.
To use this feature, open a rear door and move theswitch to ENGAGED. Open the door from the outsideand move the switch away from ENGAGED todisengage this feature.
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Rear Cargo AreaEndgate ReleaseInsert the key in the lock button and turn counterclockwise. All the door will unlock.
Press the button to openthe glass and reach insidethe endgate to lift thehandle and open theendgate. The endgatecan be opened withouta key if the passenger’sdoor is unlocked.
To lock a power lock system from outside, insert thekey in the lock button and turn clockwise. All doorswill lock.
CAUTION:It can be very dangerous to drive with theendgate open. Carbon monoxide (CO) gas cancome into your vehicle. You can not see or smellcarbon monoxide. It can cause unconsciousnessand even death.
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Cargo Tie Downs
Your vehicle is equipped with two cargo barriers andfour tie down loops fro securing objects in the rear area.
Jack and Spare TireThe jack and spare tire are located in the rear area ofyour vehicle. See Section 5 for more information onspare tire removal and changing a flat tire.
Overhead Console (Option)The front overhead console has reading lamps, garagedoor opener provisions and storage compartments.
Each reading lamp has an on/off switch next to it.
There are two storage compartments. The centercompartment is for eyeglasses and the rear one isfor small items. Press the release button to openeither compartment.
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Installing a Garage Door OpenerIf you have a garage door opener, the front overheadcompartment can be used to conveniently store theopener.
To install the garage door opener, first open thecompartment door by pressing the latch forward.
Peel the protective backingfrom the hook and looppatch.
Press it firmly to the back of your garage door opener,as close to the center of the opener as possible.
Center the garage door opener activation button overthe console door button and press the opener firmlyinto place.
The pegs inside thecompartment door are usedto make sure the button onthe compartment door willcontact the control buttonon the garage door opener.
Add one peg at a time until the garage door openeroperates with the compartment door closed when youpress the button.
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Now with the compartmentdoor closed, press thebutton again to make surethe garage door openeroperates properly.
With the garage door opener positioned properly and theright number of pegs in place, you should only have topress the button slightly to operate the opener. Adjust theposition of the garage door opener and add or removepegs, as needed, until the opener opertaes properly.
Temperature and Compass DisplayThe outside air temperature and the compass aredisplayed at the front of the overhead console. Thecontrol switches are located to the left of the display.
Turn the display on or off by pressing the ON/OFFswitch. Display the tempreature in either degreesFahrenheit (English) or Celcius (metric) by pressing theUS/MET switch.
Before you turn on the ignition and move the vehicle,the temperature indicated will be the last outsidetemperature recorded with the ignition on.
The compass is self-calibrating, so it does not need tobe manually set. However, when your vehicle is new,the compass may function erratically. If it does, CAL(Calibration) will appear on the display. To correct theproblem, drive in a complete 360° circle three times.
StorageThe front doors provide space fo storage.
There are also storage areas in the overhead console.
The glove box include cupholders.
You may have a console compartment which includescupholders, coinholders and a storage area for cassettes.
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Section 2 Seats and Safety Belts
Read this section to learn how to use the seat controlsand the safety belts. To help protect yourself and yourpassengers, you must know how to use the safety beltsin your vehicle.
Seat ControlsManual Seat Lever
Move the lever to unlatchthe front seat. Slide theseat to where you want it.Release the lever andmake sure the seat islocked into place.
CAUTION:Do not adjust the driver’s seat when the vehicleis moving. The seat could jerk and cause a lossof control.
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Reclining Front Seatback
To recline the seatback, lift the lever and tilt theseatback forward or backward, as desired. Release thelever to lock the seatback in place.
CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle isin motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckleup, your safety belts can’t do their job when theseatback is excessively reclined.
Head RestraintsFor your convenience, the front head restraints areremovable for maintenance purposes.
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Folding Rear Seatback
Your vehicle has a folding rear seta which let you foldthe seatbacks down for more cargo space. The rear seatrelease handles are in the upper center of the rear ofthe seatbacks.
To fold the seatback, push back on the seatback as youpull up on the handles.
To raise the seatbacks, just lift up the seatbacks and pushuntil they lock in the upright position.
Push and pull on the seatbacks to check that the latcheshave locked in the upright position. If they haven’t, havethem fixed immediately.
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Safety Belts
CAUTION:Do not let anyone ride where they cannot wear asafety belt properly. If you are in a crash and youare not wearing a safety belt, you can be seriouslyinjured or killed. In the same crash, you mightnot be injured if you are buckled up. Alwaysfasten your safety belt, and check that yourpassenger’s belts are fastened properly too.
Lap-Shoulder Belt
The lap-shoulder belt should be worn properly, asdescribed. To fasten the belt:1. Adjust the seat and sit up straight.2. Pick up the latch belt.3. Pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted.
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4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Ifthe rear seat belt stops before it reaches the buckle,tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you canbuckle it. Make sure the release button on the bucklefaces upward or outward.
5. Pull on the shoulder part to adjust the lap fit. Tounlatch the belt, press the button on the buckle.
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The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug onthe hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this appliesforce to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be lesslikely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, thebelt would apply force at your abdomen. This couldcause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder beltshould go over the shoulder and across the chest.These parts of the body are best able to take beltrestraining forces.
CAUTION:Wear your belt fitted closely against the body.Do not wear your shoulder belt under yourarm. Make sure the belt is not twisted acrossyour body.
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Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
Your vehicle may be equipped with the rear shoulder beltguides which provide comfort and support for smalladults and children. These guides work by pulling theregular belt away from the neck and head.
To install the comfort guide:
1 Pull the elastic cord out from between the seat and inside body of the vehicle and remove the guide from the chip.2 Place the guide over the belt, inserting the belt edges into the slots of the guide.3 Be sure the belt is not twisted and that the elastic cord is under the belt and the guide is on top.
NOTICE:Before you close the door, make sure the safetybelt is out of the way, Otherwise, the belt and/orthe vehicle body could be damaged.
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Lap BeltThe center passenger position has a lap safety belt with noretractor. Follow these instructions to wear it properly:1. Pull the latch plate as you tilt and extend the belt.
2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.Make sure the release button on the buckle facesupward or outward.
3. To tighten the belt, hold the buckle and pull onthe slack.
To unlatch the belt, press the button on the buckle.
Replacing Safety BeltsIf you have been in a collision where the belts may havebeen stretched, or if the safety belt is cut or damaged,the belt needs to be replaced. Repairs may be necessaryeven if the safety belt was not used at the time ofthe collision. Have the restraint system inspectedafter a collision.
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Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnantwomen. Like all occupants, they are more likely to beseriously injured if they don;t wear safety belts.
A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt,and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible,below the rounding, throughout the pregnancy.
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect themother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s morelikely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. Forpregnant women, as for anyone, the key to makingsafety belts effective is wearing them properly.
Safety Belt Reminder LightThis light will come onbriefly when the ignitionkey is turned to RUN orSTART. A tone may alsosound.
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Child Restraints
CAUTION:Children who are small enough should alwaysbe restrained in an infant or child restraint.Never hold a baby in your arms while riding ina vehicle.
Children restrains use the safety belt system in yourvehicle, but the child also has to be secured within therestraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury.Follow the instructions that come with the infant orchild restraint.
Top StrapA child restraint may havea top strap. If it does, itshould be anchored. Askyour dealer to install ananchor bracket.
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Section 3 Starting and Operating Instructions
This section explains how to start and operate yourvehicle.
New Vehicle “Break-In”
NOTICE:Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate“break-in.” But it will perform better in the longrun if you follow these guidelines:• Keep tour speed at 90 km/h or less for the first 800 km.
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NOTICE: (Continued)• Don’t drive at a constant speed – fast or slow – for the first 800 km. Don’t make full-throttle starts.• Avoid making hard stops for the first 320 km or so. Hard stops with the new brake linings can mean premature wear. Follow this brake-in guideline every time you get new brake linings.
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Keys
This vehicle has onedouble-sided key which isused for the ignition andall the locks.
The key has a bar code tag which is given to the firstowner at delivery. The bar code tells your dealer or aqualified locksmith how to make extra keys. Keep thistag in a safe place. If you lose your keys, you’ll be ableto have new ones made easily using this tag.
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Ignition SwitchUse the key to turn the ignition switch to five differentpositions.
ACCESORY (A): ACCESSORY lets you use thingslike the radion and the windshield wipers when theengine is off. Push in the key and turn it toward you.Your steering wheel will remain locked, just as it wasbeore you inserted the key.
NOTICE:Don’t operate accessories in the ACCESSORYposition for long periods of time. Prolongedoperation of accessories in the ACCESSORYposition could drain your battery and prevent youfrom starting your vehicle.
LOCK (B): This position locks your ignition andsteering wheel. It’s a theft-deterrent feature. You willonly be able to remove your key when the ignition isturned to LOCK.
OFF (C): This position unlocks the steering wheeland ignition. Use this position if your vehicle must bepushed or towed, but never try to push-start the engine.A warning tone will sound if you open the driver’s doorwhen the igniton is off and the key is in the ignition.
RUN (D): This is the position for driving.
START (E): This start your engine. When the enginestarts, release the key. The ignition switch will returnto RUN.
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NOTICE:If your key seem stuck in LOCK and you can;tturn it, be sure it is all the way in. If it is, thenturn the steering wheel left and right while youturn the key hard. But turn the key only withyour hand. Using a tool to force it could breakthe key or the ignition switch. If none of thisworks, then your vehicle needs service.
Key Release ButtonThe key cannot be removedfrom the ignition unless thekey release button is used.Press the button as you turnthe key toward you.
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Starting InstructionsThe gear selector should be in NEUTRAL (N).
CAUTION:It can be dangerous to start your vehicle in anyother gear besides NEUTRAL (N). You or otherscould be hurt. Be sure the shift lever is inNEUTRAL (N) before starting your engine.
1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm.
NOTICE:Holding your key in START for longer than15 seconds at a time will cause your battery tobe drained much sooner. And the excessive heatcan damage your starter motor.
2. If it doesn’t start right away, hold your key in START. If it doesn’t start in 10 seconds, push the accelerator pedal all the way down for five seconds, or until it starts.
3. If your engine still won’t start, wait 15 seconds to let the starter motor cool down and do it all again.
When the engine starts, let go of the key and the accelerator pedal.
NOTICE:Your engine is designed to work with theelectronics in your vehicle. If you add the electricalparts or accesories, you could change the wayengine operates. Before adding electricalequipment, check with your dealer. If you don’tyour engine might not perform properly.
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Manual TransmissionThis is your vehicle’sshift pattern.
NOTICE:Shift to REVERSED (R) only after your vehicle isstopped. Shifting to REVERSE (R) while yourvehicle is moving could damage your transmission.
Vehicle ParkingPlace your transmission in REVERSE (R) and firmlyapply the parking brake.
Control of A VehicleThere are three systems that control the vehicle: thesteering, the brakes and the accelerator. To keep thevehicle under control, do not push any of these systemsbeyond their limit.
SteeringPower SteeringIf you lose power steering assist because the enginestops or the system is malfuntion ning, you can steerbut it will take much more effort.
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2 4 R
BrakesIf the engine stops as you are driving, brake normally butdon’t pump your brakes. If the engine stops, you willhave some power brake assist left, but it’s used up as youbrake.
Disc Brake Wear IndicatorsYour vehicle has fron disc brakes and rear drum brakes.
Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make ahight-pitched warning sound when the brake pads areworn and new ones are needed.
Rear BrakesYour rear brakes don’t have the wear indicators. If youever hear a rear brake rubbing noise, have the rear brakelinings inspected. The rear brake drums should beremoved and inspected each time the tires are removedfor rotation or changing.
Brake AdjustmentEvery time you make a moderate brake stop, your discbrake adjust themselves for wear. If you almost nevermake a moderate or heavier stop, then your disc brakesmight not adjust correctly. If you drive that way,then – very carefully – make a few moderatebrake stops about every 1600 km, so your brakeswill adjust properly.
If the brake pedal goes down farther than normal, it maybe due to a lack of adjustment of the rear drum brakes.To adjust them, drive backward and forward a fewtimes, applying the brakes firmly when going ineach direction.
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Brake Pedal TravelSee your dealer if the brake pedal does not return tonormal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedaltravel. This could be a sign of brake trouble.
Anti-Lock Brake SystemThe anti-lock brake system helps you maintaindirectional stability on wet or slippery road surfaces.It automatically controls the brake operationwhen braking.
This occur only during a brake application whichwould have caused one or both the rear wheels to lock. Youdon’t have to pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedalsdown. You may feel it pulsate, but this is normal.
Parking Brake
The parking brake is on the floor, between the frontseats. Pull the lever to apply the parking brake.
Press the button and lower the lever to release theparking brake.
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Vehicle LoadingMaximum Front and Rear Axle WeightsThe GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) is themaximum permissible loaded weight of the vehicle,taking into account the capability of the engine,transmission, frame, springs, brakes, axles and tires.
The weight of the cargo load must be properlydistributed over both the front and rear axles. TheCertification label shows the maximum weight that thefront axle can carry (fron GAWR) and the maximumweight that the rear axle can carry (rear GAWR).
CAUTION:The components of your vehicle are designed toprovide satisfactory service if the vehicle is notloaded in excess of front and rear Gross AxleWeight Ratings (GAWR’s). Overloading canresult in loss of the vehicle control and personalinjury. It can also shorten the service life ofyour vehicle.
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Certification LabelYour Certification label shows the GVWR and bothfront and rear GAWR’s. The label is located on the edgeof the driver’s door.
SuspensionThe suspension system in your vehicle is designed tokeep the vehicle level and to provide a smooth andcontrolled ride.
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Section 4 Service and Maintenance
This section contains information about fuelrequirements, maintenance items and specifications.
Leaded FuelYou should use 88RON leaded gasoline. The use ofother gasolines may cause engine knock. Continueduse can cause engine damage.
If you detect a heavy engine knock even when using88RON leaded gasoline, have the engine checked.Short periods of engine knock during hill climbing andacceleration are acceptable.
CAUTION:Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. Keepsparks, flames and smoking materials awayfrom gasoline.
Filling the Tank
The cap is behind a hinged door on the left side of yourvehicle. Use the ignition key to unlock the door.
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Remove the fuel filler cap by slowly turning itcounterclockwise. Replace it by turning it clockwise.When you put the cap back on, continue to turn itclockwise until you hear a clicking noise.
CAUTION:If you open the cap rapidly while pressure insidethe tank is high, gasoline may spray out from thetank. Before you fully open the cap, turn itslightly to release the pressure from inside thetank to avoid possible injury.
NOTICE:
If you have to get a new cap, be sure to get theright one. Otherwise the cap might not havethe proper venting. This could lead to seriousfuel system and other damage. Your dealerknows the correct cap for your vehicle.
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Hood ReleaseTo open the hood, first pullthe handle inside thevehicle, located below thelower right side of theinstrument panel.
Then go to the front of the vehicle and release thesecondary hood release. Lift the hood.
Hold the hood open with the hood prop.
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When you open the hood of the dual cam engine, you’ll see:
1. Power Steering Reservoir2. Battery3. Brake Master Cylinder
4. Engine Coolant Reservoir5. Hydraulic Clutch Reservoir6. Engine Oil Fill Cap
7. Engine Oil Dipstick8. Air Cleaner Filter9. Windshield Washer Reservoir
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When you open the hood of the single cam engine, you’ll see:
1. Power Steering Reservoir2. Battery3. Brake Master Cylinder
4. Engine Coolant Reservoir5. Hydraulic Clutch Reservoir6. Engine Oil Fill Cap
7. Engine Oil Dipstick8. Air Cleaner Filter9. Windshield Washer Reservoir
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Engine Oil
It is the owner’s responsibility to check the engine oillevel regularly. Turn off the engine and give the oil a
few minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If youdon’t, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level.
Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel orcloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove itagain, keeping the tip down, and check the level.
If the oil is at or below the MIN, then you’ll need toadd some oil. But you must use the right kind. Thispart explains what kind of oil to use. For crankcasecapacity, see “Capacities and Specifications” in theIndex.
NOTICE:
Don’t add too much oil. If your engine has so muchoil that the oil level gets above MAX, your enginecould be damaged.
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Just fill it enough to put the level somewher in theproper operating range. Push the dipstick all the wayback in when you’re through.
Oils recommended foryour vehicle can beidentified by looking forthe “Startbust” symbol.
This symbol indicates that the oil has been certifiedby the American Petroleum Institute (API). Useengine oil type with code API classification SG orhigher.
You should use 10W-30, 10W-40 or 10W-50 oilfor your vehicle. Do not use other viscosity oils,such as 80W-90.
These number on an oil container show its viscosity, orthickness.
Don’t add anything to your oil. Your dealer isready to advise you if you think something shouldbe added.
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Engine CoolantThe cooling system in your vehicle is filled with thenew long life engine coolant.
If you have a problem with engine overheating, see“Engine Overheating” in the Index.
You should check the coolant level regularly. Whenyour engine is cold, the coolant level should be atCOLD or a little higher. If you need more coolant, adda 50/50 mix of clean water and extended life coolant atthe coolant recovery tank. Be careful not to spill it.
NOTICE:
When adding coolant, it is important that you uselong life coolant. If silicated coolant is added tothe system, premature engine, heater core orradiator corrosion may result and the coolant willrequire change sooner.
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CAUTION:Adding only plain water to your cooling systemcan be dangerous. Plain water, or some otherliquid like alcohol, can boil before the propercoolant mix will. With plain water or the wrongmix, your engine could get too hot but youwouldn’t get the overheat warning. Your enginecould catch fire and you or others could beburned. Use a 50/50 mix of clean water andextended life coolant.
NOTICE:
If you use an improper coolant mix, your enginecould overheat and be badly damaged. Too muchwater in the mix can freeze and crack the engine,radiator, heater core and other parts.
CAUTION:You can be burned if you spill collant on hotengine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol,and it will burn if the engine parts are hotenough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine.
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Manual Transmission FluidA good time to have it checked is when the engine oil ischanged. However, the fluid in your manual transmissiondoesn’t require changing.
Check the fluid level only when your engine is off, thevehicle is parked on a level place and the transmissionis cool enough for you to rest your fingers on thetransmission case.
Then, follow these steps:1. Remove the filler plug.2. Check that the lubricant level is up to the bottom of
the filter plug hole.3. If the fluid level is good, install the plug and be sure
it is fully seated. If the fluid level is low, add morefluid as described in the next steps.
To add fluid:1. Remove the filler plug.2. Add fluid at the filler plug hole. Add only enough
fluid to bring the fluid level up to the bottom ofthe filler plug hole.
3. Install the filter plug. Be sure the plug is fullyseated.
Hydraulic Clutch FluidThe hydraulic clutch in your vehicle is self adjusting.A slight amount of play (2/3 cm to 1 ½ cm) in the pedalis normal.
The proper fluid should be added if the level does notreach the bottom of the diaphragm when it’s in place inthe reservoir. See the instruction on the reservoir cap.
Power Steering FluidIt is not necessary to regularly check power steeringfluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system oryou hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this systemcould indicate a problem. Have the system inspectedand repaired.
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How To Check Power Steering Fluid
When the engine compartment is cool, unscrew the capand wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. The levelshould be at the C mark. If necessary, add only enoughfluid to bring the level up to the proper range. Replacethe cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the capagain and look at the fluid level on the dipstick.
Brake Master Cylinder Fluid
There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level inthe reservoir might go down. The first is that the brakefluid goes down to an acceptable level during normalbrake lining wear. When new linings are put in, thefluid level goes back up. The other reason is that fluidis leaking out of the brake system. If it is, you shouldhave your brake system fixed, since a leak means thatsooner or later your brakes won’t work well, or won’twork at all.
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It isn’t a good idea to “top off” your brake fluid. Addingbrake fluid won’t correct a leak. If you add fluid whenyour linings are worn, then you’ll have too much fluidwhen you get new brake linings. You should add (orremove) brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is doneon the brake hydraulic system.
CAUTION:If you have too much brake fluid, it can spill on theengine. The fluid will burn if the engine is hotenough. You or others could be burned, and yourvehicle could be damaged. Add brake fluid onlywhen work is done on the brake hydraulic system.
You can check the brake fluid without yaking off the cap.
Just look at the windows on the brake fluid reservoir.The fluid levels should be above MIN. If they aren’t,have your brake system checked to see if there is a leak.
Air Conditioning RefrigerantsNot all air conditioning refrigerants are the same.If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needsrefrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. Useonly R-134a refrigerant.
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Windshield Washer Fluid
Use Prestone Windshield Washer Solvent, or anequivalent, rather than water for better cleaning.
BatteryYou should check the electrolyte level regularly.Remove the vent plug. If the level is low, adddrinking-quality water that is colorless and odorless.Add water until the level reaches the split vent locatedin the bottom of the vent well. Do not overfill.Overfilling will result in poor performance, short lifeand excessive corrosion.
Check the outside of the battery periodically fordamage. Remove acid film and dirt with dilutedammonia and flush with water.
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Vehicle StorageIf you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days ormore, take off the black, negative (-) cable from thebattery. This will help keep your battery from runningdown.
Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare yourvehicle for longer storage periods.
Air Cleaner FilterFollow these instructions to change the air filter.1. Remove the clamp from the fender to air intake.
In addtion, remove the clamp from the air duct tothe engine.
2. Unsnap the air cleaner clips that hold the twoassembly halves together.
3. Unsnap the band that holds the air cleanerassembly to the vehicle.
4. Lift off the top half of the air cleaner.5. Remove the filter element.6. Clean any dirt and debris from the bottom of the
housing.7. Reverse Steps 1 through 5 to install a new air
filter.
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TiresTire Inspection and RotationTo make your tires last longer, have them inspected androtated at the recommended mileages. When rotatingyour tires, always use one of the correct patterns shownhere.
After rotation, adjust the front and rear tire pressures.
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Tire replacementOne way to tell when it’stime for a new tires is tocheck the threadwearindicators, which willappear when your tireshave only 1.6 mm or lessof tread remaining.
You need a new tire if any of the following statementsare true:• You can see the indicators at three or more placesaround the tire.
• You an see cord or fabric showing through the tire’s rubber.• The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric.• The tire has a bump, bulge or split.• The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that can’t be reapired well because of the size or location of the damage.
When replacing tires, you should use the same size,load range and construction type as the original tires onthe vehicle. If replacing only a single tire, it should bepaired on the same axle with the least worn tire of theother three.
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CAUTION:Never dirve faster than the speed for which your tiresare rated, regardless of the legal speed limit. If youanticipate driving your vehicle at high speedsfrequently and/or for prolonged periods of time, checkwith your dealer for the proper type of tires to use foryour specific driving and weather conditions.
NOTICE:
Vehicles left standing for an extended period of timemay be prone to exhibit flat spotting on the tires.
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Fuses and Circuit BreakersThe fuse block is on the driver’s side of the instrumentpanel. You can remove the fuses with a fuse extractor.Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If theband is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure youreplace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical sizeand rating.
Fuse/Circuit Breaker ................................UsageA ................................................... Power Door LocksB ...................................................... Power Windows1 ........................................ Stoplamp, Hazard Flasher
Fuse/Circuit Breaker ................................Usage
2 ........................... Horn, Power Mirror, Interior Lamp3 .............................. Parking Lamp, Underhood Lamp4 .............................................. Cluster, Transmission,
Rear Wiper, Alarm Module5 ...................................................... Injectors 2 and 46 ......................... Heater/Ventilation/Air Conditioning
Control Module7 ............................................Auxiliary Power Outlets8 ............................................................. Rear Defog9 ............................................. Rear Wheel Anti-Lock,
Engine Control Module, Fuel Pump Relay10 ............................. Ignition, Engine Control Module11 ..................................................... Injectors 1 and 312 ............................................................ Cooling Fan13 .................................................................... Radio14 ................................................ Tail/Parking Lamps16 ....................... Turn Signal Lamps, Back-Up Lamps17 .................................................. Windshield Wiper18 .................................. Vehicle Speed Sensor Buffer,
Rear Wheel Anti-Lock Module21 .............................................................. Fog Lamps22 ................................... Redundant Fuel Pump Relay23 ..................................................................... Radio24 ......................................... Electronic Spark Timing
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Bulb ReplacementBefore you replace any bulbs, be sure that all the lampsare off and the engine isn’t running. See “ReplacementBulbs” in the Index for the proper type of bulb to use.
HeadlampsSealed Beam Lamps
1. Remove the screws fromthe headlamp retainer.
2. Pull the headlampout and remove theretainer.
3. Unplug and remove the headlamps.4. Plug in the new headlamp and put it in place.5. Put the retainer on headlamp and install and
tighten the screws.
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Composite Headlamps1. Open the hood.2. Remove the black protective caps from the
removal pins at the top the radiator support. Use ahex socket to unscrew the pins.
3. Pull the headlamp lensassembly out. (Somevehicles may haveside-by-side bulbs).
4. Unplug the electrical connector.5. Turn the bulb
counterclockwise toremove it.
6. Put the new bulb into the headlamp lens assemblyand turn it clockwise until it is tight.
7. Plug in the electrical connector.8. Put the headlamp lens assembly back into the
vehicle. Install and tighten the screws.
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Turn Signal LampsIf you have fog lamps, the fog lamp bracket must beremoved before you can replace the front turn signal lamps.
1. Reach under the bumper and behind the turnsignal assembly.
2. Turn the socket counterclockwise and pull it out.3. Holding the base of the bulb, pull the bulb straight
out of the socket.4. Push the new bulb into the socket until it clicks.5. Put the socket back into the turn signal lamp
assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks inplace.
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Taillamps1. Open the endgate.
2. Remove the twoscrews from the lampassembly.
3. Pull the assembly away from the fender.
4. Turn the socket counterclockwise to remove it.Push the tab in while you turn the socketcounterclockwise.
5. Holding the base of the bulb, pull the bulb straightout of the socket.
6. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until itclicks.
7. Put the socket into the lamp assembly and turn thesocket clockwise until it locks in place.
8. Install the lamp assembly and screws.9. Close the endgate.
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Replacement BulbsLampsHalogen Headlamps, Sealed BeamHalogen Headlamps, Composite Low BeamHalogen Headlamps, Composite High BeamTail and StoplampsTurn Signal Lamps
Quantity22242
Number2EI
9006 HB49005 HB3
30573157 NA
Capacities and SpecificationsVendor Identification NumberTypeDisplacementFiring OrderHorsepowerThermostat Specification
SL4
2.2L1-4-3-2
127 hp at 5200 rpm82° C
HL4
2.2L1-4-3-2
138 hp at 5600 rpm82° C
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Capacities (Approximate) Cooling System* ..................................... 8.5 L Crankcase* ............................................. 4.1 L Fuel tank ................................................. 68 L A/C Refrigerant (R-134a) .................. 0.795 kg
* After refill , the level must be checked.
Wheel Nut Torque Aluminium Wheel (Static) ............ 85-135 N.m Aluminium Wheel (Dynamic) ..... 100-130 N.m Steel Wheel (Static) ...................... 95-145 N.m Steel Wheel (Dynamic) ................ 110-140 N.m
Vehicle Dimensions Wheelbase ........................................ 271.8 cm Length (Rear bumper not included) ... 460.2 cm Height .............................................. 167.4 cm Width ............................................... 169.0 cm Front Tread ....................................... 139.6 cm Rear Tread ........................................ 137.5 cm
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Section 5 Problems on the Road
This section describes procedures to follow whenattempting to solve some of the problems that can occuron the road. Pay close attention to the CAUTION andNOTICE warnings to protect yourself and your vehicle.
Jump StartingIf your battery has run down, you may use anothervehicle with a 12-volt battery and some jumper cablesto start your vehicle.
NOTICE:Ignoring these steps could result in costly damageto your vehice.
CAUTION:Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerousbecause:• They contain acid that can burn you.• They contain gas that cam explote or ignite.• They contain enough electricity to burn you.If you don’t follow these steps exactly, some or allof these things can hurt you.
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1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-voltbattery with a negative ground system.
NOTICE:If the other system isn’t a 12-volt system with anegative ground, both vehicles can be damaged.
2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cablescan reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touchingeach other. If they are, it could cause a groundconnection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be ableto start your vehicle, and the bad grounding coulddamage the electrical systems.
You could be injured if the vehicles roll. Set theparking brake firmly in each vehicle.
3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplugunnecessary accesories plugged into the cigarettelighter, or accessory power outlets, if you have thisoption. Turn off all lamps that aren’t needed aswell as radios. This will avoid sparks and helpsave both batteries. In addition, it could save yourradio!
4. Open both hoods and locate the batteries. Find thepositive (+) and negative (-) terminals on eachbattery.
CAUTION:Using a match near a battery can cause battery gasto explode. People have been hurt doing this, andsome have been blinded. Use a flashlight if youneed more light.
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5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose ormissing insulation. If they do, you could get ashock. The vehicles could be damaged too.
Before you connect the cables, here are some basicthings you should know. Positive (+) will go topositive (+) and negative (-) will go to negative (-)or a metal engine part. Don’t connect positive (+)to negative (-) or you’ll get a short that woulddamage the battery and may be other parts too.
6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive(+) terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery.
7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it tothe positive (+) terminal of the good battery.
8. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to thegood battery’s negative (-) terminal.
Don’t let the other end touch anything until the nextstep. The other end of the negative (-) cabledoesn’t go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavyunpainted metal part on the engine of the vehiclewith the dead battery.
9. Attach the cable at least 45 cm away from thedead battery, but not near engine parts that move.The electrical connection is just as good there, butthe chance of sparks getting back to the battery ismuch less.
10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery andrun the engine for a while.
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11. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery. If itwon’t start after a few tries make sure allconnections are good. If it still won’t start, itprobably needs service.
CAUTION:Fans or other moving engine parts can injure youbadly. Keep your hands away from moving partsonce the engines are running.
12. Remove the cables in reverse order to preventelectrical shorting. Take care that they don’t toucheach other or any other metal.
A. Heavy Metal Engine partB. Good BatteryC. Dead Battery
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Towing
NOTICE:Don’t have your vehicle towed on the rear wheels,unless you must. If you cannot avoid towing thevehicle on the drive wheels, do not drive fasterthan 50 km/h or farther than 80 km.To help avoid damage to the vehicle once it issecured to the tow truck:1. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position2. Have the steering whell calmped in a
straight-ahead position. Do not use thevehicle’s steering column lock for this.
3. Shif the gear level to NEUTRAL (N).4. Release the parking brake.
Towing DevicesFront and rear towing devices are attached on the leftside. Towing devices are rated at one half of the GrossVehicle Weight.
Make sure you use a 10 cm x 10 cm wood plank toavoid damaging the frame of the license plate.
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Engine OverheatingIf you see or hear steamcoming from the engine,stop and turn off the engine.Do not open the hood untilthe engine has cooled down.
CAUTION:Steam from an overheated engine can burn youbadly, even if you just open the hood. Stay awayfrom the engine if you see or hear steam comingfrom it. Just turn it off and get everyone away fromthe vehicle until it cools down. Wait until there isno sign of the steam or coolant before opening thehood.
If you keep driving when your engine is overheated,the liquids in it can catch fire. You or others couldbe badly burned. Stop your engine if it overheats,and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool.
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NOTICE:If your engine catches fire because you keep drivingwith no coolant, your vehicle can be badlydamaged.
If the coolant temperature gage shows an overheatcondition, but you see or hear no steam, try this for aminute or so:1. Turn off your air conditioner and turn on your heaterto full hot at the highest fan speed. Open the windowas necessary.2. If you’re in a traffic jam, shift to NEUTRAL (N);otherwise, shift to the highest gear while driving.
If you no longer have the overheat warning, you candrive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10minutes. If the warning doesn’t come back on, you candrive normally.
If the warning continues, pull over, stop and park yourvehicle right away.
You may decide not to lift the hood but to get servicehelp right away.
If you decide to open the hood and the coolant insidethe coolant tank is boiling, don’t do anything else untilit cools down.
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The coolant level should be at the COLD mark. If itisn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heaterhoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in thecooling system.
CAUTION:Heater and radiator hoses, and other engineparts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If youdo, you can be burned.Don’t run the engine if there is a leak. If yourun the engine, it could lose all coolant. Thatcould cause an engine fire, and you could beburned. Get any leak fixed before you drive thevehicle.
If you haven;t found a problem yet, but the coolantlevel isn’t at the ADD mark, add a 5-/50 mixture ofclean water and extended life coolant at the coolantrecovery tank. (See “Engine Coolant” in the Index formore information).
When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at theCOLD mark, start your vehicle.
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Changing a Flat Tire
CAUTION:Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehiclecan slip off the jack and injure you or other people.Avoid further tire and wheel damage by drivingvery slowly to a level place to change the tire.Turn on your hazard warning flashers. To helpprevent the vehicle from moving while changingthe tire:1. Shift into FIRST (1) or REVERSE (R).2. Set the parking brake firmly.3. Turn off the engine.4. Put blocks at the front and rear of the tire
farthest away from the one being changed.
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1. To remove your jack cover, pull up on the latch atthe end of the cover, near the endgate and the latchon the top of the cover.
2. Remove the wheel blocks, jack and wheel wrench.
3. To remove theunderbody-mountedspare, insert thechisel end of thewheel wrench, on anangle, into the golein the rear bumper.Be sure the chiselend of the wheelwrench connects intothe hoist shaft.
NOTICE:Never remove or restow a tire from/to a stowageposition under the vehicle while the vehicle issupported by a jack. Always tighten the tire fullyagainst the underside of the vehicle whenrestowing.
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4. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lowerthe spare tire. Keep turning the wheel wrenchuntil the spare tire can be pulled form under thevehicle.
5. When the tire has been completely lowered, tiltthe retainer at the end of the cable and pull itthrough the wheel opening. Pull the tire out fromunder the vehicle.
6. If your vehicle has wheel nut caps, remove themwith the wheel nut wrench. The plastic hub caphas imitation wheel nuts which the wheel nutwrench will not fit. Do not try to remove thesenuts.
7. Pry the hub cap off with the flat end of the wheelwrench.
8. Loosen the wheel nuts, but do not remove themyet.
9. Place the jack under the jacking point nearest theflat tire.
CAUTION:Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up isdangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, youcould be badly injured or killed. Never get undera vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.
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NOTICE:Raising your vehicle with the jack improperlypositioned will damage the vehicle or may allowthe vehicle to fall off the jack. Be sure to fit thejack lift head into the proper location beforeraising tour vehicle.
10. Raise the jack untilthe jack head fitsfimly into the notch.Then raise thevehicle off theground until there isroom for the sparetire to fit.
11. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flattire.
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12. Remove any rust or dirtfrom the wheel bolts,mounting surfaces andspare wheel.
CAUTION:Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts towhich it is fastened, can make the wheel nutsbecome loose after a time. The wheel could comeoff and cause an accident. When you change a
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CAUTION: (Continued) wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the placeswhere the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In anemergency, you can use a cloth or a paper towelto do this; but be sure to use a scrapper or wirebrush later, if you need to, to get all the rust ordirt off.
CAUTION:Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do,the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could falloff, causing a serious accident.
13. Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface.
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14. Install the wheel nutswith the rounded endtoward the wheel.Tighten each nut byhand until the wheel isheld against the hub.
15. Lower the vehicle.
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16. Use the wrench totighten the wheelnuts firmly in thepattern shown.
CAUTION:Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightenedwheel nuts can cause the wheel to become looseand even come off. This could lead to an accident.Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you haveto replace them, be sure to get the right kind.
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17. Store all the equipment in the proper storage area.
A. RetainerB. Rubber Band (Some Models)C. Jack Storage CoverD. Whell BlocksE. Wheel WrenchF. JackG. Jacking Instruction
CAUTION:Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in thepassenge compartment of the vehicle could causeinjury. In a sudden stop or collision, looseequipment could strike someone. Store all thesein the proper place.
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Section 6 Index
Accesory Power OutletsAir CleanerAir Conditioning RefrigerantsAntennaAshtraysAudio Systems
Battery Charge Light Jump StartingBrakes Adjustment Anti-Lock Fluid Master Cylinder Pedal Travel Rear System Warning Light Wear IndicatorsBulb Replacement
CapacitiesCargo Tie DownsCertification LabelChanging a Flat TireCharging System LightCheck Gages LightChild RestraintsCircuit Breakers and FusesClutch, HydraulicControl of a VehicleCoolant
Dead BatteryDefoggerDimensions, VehicleDome Lamps
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Electrical Equipment, AddingEndgateEngine Coolant Temperature Gage Dual Cam Overheating Single Cam StartingEngine Oil Pressure Gage
Filter, AirFlashers, Hazard WarningFlash –To–Pass FeatureFlat Tire, ChangingFog LampsFuel GageFuses and Circuit Breakers
GagesGarage Door OpenerGAWRGlove BoxGVWR
Hazard Warning FlashersHead RestraintsHeadlamps High-Beams On ReminderHeatingHood ReleaseHorn
Ignition SwitchInstrument Panel Cluster Fuse BlockInterior Lamps
Jacking EquipmentJump Starting
Key Release ButtonKeys
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LampsLighterLights, WarningLoading Your VehicleLockout Siwtch, WindowsLocks
Malfunction Indicator LampMirrors Illuminated Visor vanity Inside Day/Night Rearview Visor VanityMultifunction Lever
New Vehicle “Break-In”
OdometerOil, EngineOutside MirrorsOverhead ConsoleOverheating Engine
Parking Brake VehiclePower Steering FluidPregnancy, Use of Safety BeltsProblems on the Road
Rear Folding SeatsRearview MirrorReclining Front SeatbacksReplacement BulbsRotation, Tires
Safety Belts Center Passenger Position Lap Belt Lap-Shoulder Rear Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Reminder Light Replacing Use During Pregnancy
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Safety PrecautionsSeats and Safety BeltsService and MaintenanceShiftingSpecificationsSpeedometerStarting Your EngineSteamSteeringSteering WheelStorage CompartmentsStorage, VehicleSuspension
TachometerTemperature and Compass DisplayTilt Steering WheelTires Changing a Flat Inspection and rotation Wear IndicatorsTop Strap
Torque, Wheel NutTowingTransmission FluidTrip OdometerTurn and Lane Change Signals
Vehicle Control Dimensions Loading StorageVentilation SystemVisors, SunVoltmeter
Warning LightsWheel Nut TorqueWindowsWindshield WasherWindshield Wipers
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Bulan (setelahpenyerahan pertama kendaraan) 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84x 1000 km 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75 82.5 90 97.5 105Ringkasan pekerjaan perawatan1. Cairan pendingin - periksa ketinggian, tambah bila perlu P P P P P P P P P P P P P P2. Poly V Belt - Periksa atau ganti P P P P P G P P P P P G P P3. Saringan udara - bersihkan atau ganti P G P G P G P G P G P G P G4. Busi - periksa atau ganti P P P G P P P G P P P G P P5. Emisi gas buang - periksa:a. Kadar COb. Trouble Code yang tersimpan P P P P P P P P P P P P P Pc. Komponen terkait dengan pembuangan secara visual6. Saringan bahan bakar - ganti G G G G G G G7. Pelumas mesin dan saringan oli - ganti G G G G G G G G G G G G G G8. Power steering - periksa ketinggian oli, tambah jika perlu P P P P P P P P P P P P P P9. Transmisi manual - periksa ketinggian oli dan ganti setiap P P P P P P P P P P P P P P 160.000 km10. Mesin, transmisi, as roda belakang - periksa kebocoran P P P P P P P11. Lampu-lampu dan peralatan pemberi signal - periksa P P P P P P P P P P P P P P apakah berfungsi12. Pembersih kaca depan - periksa cairan pembersih, P P P P P P P P P P P P P P tambah bila perlu13. Pedal kopling - periksa end play dan setel bila perlu, P P P P P P P periksa ketinggian oli di master clutch adanya kebocoran14. Arah lampu depan - periksa P P P P P P P P P P P P P P15. Pelindung karat body/bawah body - periksa P P P P P P P16. Rem depan dan belakang - bersihkan dan periksa P/B P/B P/B P/B P/B P/B P/B kampas rem17. Pipa-pipa dan selang-selang tekanan rem - periksa P P P P P P P secara visual18. Baut-baut roda, keadaan ban, tekanan angin ban P P P P P P P P P P P P P P (termasuk ban cadangan) - periksaPekerjaan Khusus19. Timing BeltA. Mesin DOHC - periksa setiap 7.500 km, ganti setiap P P P G P P P G P P P G P P 30.000 kmB. Mesin SOHC - ganti setiap 60.000 km G20. Oli differensial/gardan - ganti setiap 15.000 km G G G G G G G21. Minyak rem - ganti setiap 2 tahun G G G22. Suspensi dan sistem kemudi (idle arm, tie rod, upper arm), semua engsel, ball joints, spline propshaft L L L L L L L L L L L L L L - lumasi setiap 7.500 km23. Tes jalan tmsk pemeriksaan efisiensi rem, inspeksi akhir P P P P P P P P P P P P P PKeterangan: P = Periksa, B = Bersihkan, L = Lumasi, G = Ganti
Bulan (setelahpenyerahan pertama kendaraan) 90 96 102 108 114 120x 1000 km 112.5 120 127.5 135 142.5 150Ringkasan pekerjaan perawatan1. Cairan pendingin - periksa ketinggian, tambah bila perlu P P P P P P2. Poly V Belt - Periksa atau ganti P P P G P P3. Saringan udara - bersihkan atau ganti P G P G P G4. Busi - periksa atau ganti P G P P P G5. Emisi gas buang - periksa:a. Kadar COb. Trouble Code yang tersimpan P P P P P Pc. Komponen terkait dengan pembuangan secara visual6. Saringan bahan bakar - ganti G G G7. Pelumas mesin dan saringan oli - ganti G G G G G G8. Power steering - periksa ketinggian oli, tambah jika perlu P P P P P P9. Transmisi manual - periksa ketinggian oli dan ganti setiap P P P P P P 160.000 km10. Mesin, transmisi, as roda belakang - periksa kebocoran P P P11. Lampu-lampu dan peralatan pemberi signal - periksa P P P P P P apakah berfungsi12. Pembersih kaca depan - periksa cairan pembersih, P P P P P P tambah bila perlu13. Pedal kopling - periksa end play dan setel bila perlu, P P P periksa ketinggian oli di master clutch adanya kebocoran14. Arah lampu depan - periksa P P P P P P15. Pelindung karat body/bawah body - periksa P P P16. Rem depan dan belakang - bersihkan dan periksa P/B P/B P/B kampas rem17. Pipa-pipa dan selang-selang tekanan rem - periksa P P P secara visual18. Baut-baut roda, keadaan ban, tekanan angin ban P P P P P P (termasuk ban cadangan) - periksaPekerjaan Khusus19. Timing BeltA. Mesin DOHC - periksa setiap 7.500 km, ganti setiap P G P P P G 30.000 kmB. Mesin SOHC - ganti setiap 60.000 km G20. Oli differensial/gardan - ganti setiap 15.000 km G G G21. Minyak rem - ganti setiap 2 tahun G22. Suspensi dan sistem kemudi (idle arm, tie rod, upper arm), semua engsel, ball joints, spline propshaft L L L L L L - lumasi setiap 7.500 km23. Tes jalan tmsk pemeriksaan efisiensi rem, inspeksi akhir P P P P P PKeterangan: P = Periksa, B = Bersihkan, L = Lumasi, G = Ganti
