User manual FORD EXPLORER SPORT - 2002

Table of Contents Introduction Instrument Cluster Warning and control lights Gauges 4 8 8 11 Entertainment Systems AM/FM stereo cassette with CD AM/FM stereo with CD Rear seat controls 14 14 18 21 Climate Controls Manual heating and air conditioning Rear window defroster 22 22 23 Lights Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Power windows Mirrors Speed control 24 32 32 37 38 39 Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 47 47 47 53 1 Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints 55 55 60 70 77 Driving Starting Brakes Transmission operation 86 86 90 93 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing 111 111 113 120 125 127 Customer Assistance The dispute settlement board Utilizing the mediation/arbitration Getting assistance outside the U.S. and Canada Ordering additional owner's literature Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 128 131 134 134 135 136 Cleaning 137 2 Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Hood Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 143 144 144 145 147 151 167 167 170 Accessories Index 175 178 All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2002 Ford Motor Company 3 Introduction CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it. For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website: · In the United States: www.ford.com · In Canada: www.ford.ca · In Australia: www.ford.com.au · In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx Additional owner information is given in separate publications. This Owner's Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available. Remember to pass on the Owner's Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle. Fuel pump shut-off switch In the event of an accident the safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside emergencies chapter. SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its equipment? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed. 4 Introduction Warning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol. SPECIAL NOTICES Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls. By operating other electronic equipment (e.g. mobile telephone without exterior aerial) electromagnetic fields can occur which can cause malfunctions of the vehicle electronics. Therefore you should observe the instructions of the equipment manufacturers. Please read the section Air bag in the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury. Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should NEVER be used in front of a passenger side air bag. MIDDLE EAST/NORTH AFRICA VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the ones that are described in this Owner Guide; therefore, a supplement has been supplied that complements this book. By referring to the pages in the provided supplement, you can properly identify those features, recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle. Refer to this Owner Guide for all other required information and warnings. 5 Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner's Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Installation Warning Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based AdvanceTrac Child Seat Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Power Windows Front/Rear Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 6 Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Jack Low tire warning 7 Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES CHECK GAGE DOOR AJAR 4 H CHECK ENGINE CHECK FUEL CAP 5 6 40 60 60 80 100 140 3 2 1 RPMx1000 C 100 H SPEED CONT 4WD HIGH 20 20 180 F E ABS MPH ! BRAKE km/h 120 THEFT H O/D OFF 4WD LOW P RND 21 Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle's functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, have the respective system inspected immediately. Check engine: If this light illuminates while driving, it is a CHECK possible indication that one of the ENGINE engine's emission control systems has failed. Check fuel cap: Illuminates when CHECK the fuel cap may not be properly FUEL installed. Continued driving with CAP this light on may cause the Check Engine warning light to come on. Brake system warning light: Illuminates if the parking brake is ! engaged or to indicate low brake BRAKE fluid level. To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position (alternatively for some vehicles when the ignition is moved from the ON position to the START position, the light will momentarily illuminate prior to reaching the START position). 8 Instrument Cluster Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or ABS continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected, have the system serviced immediately. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated. Air bag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when ignition is turned to ON, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt. Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly. Check gage: Illuminates when any of the following conditions has occurred: · The engine coolant temperature is high. · The engine oil pressure is low. · The fuel gauge is at or near empty. Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON position and any door is open. CHECK GAGE DOOR AJAR Overdrive off: Illuminates when O/D the overdrive function of the OFF transmission has been turned off, refer to the Driving chapter. If the light flashes steadily, have the system serviced immediately. 9 Instrument Cluster Four wheel drive low: Illuminates when four-wheel drive low is engaged. Four wheel drive high: Illuminates when four-wheel drive high is engaged. 4WD LOW 4WD HIGH Anti-theft system: Flashes when the Securilock Passive Anti-theft System has been activated. Speed control: Illuminates when SPEED the speed control is activated. Turns off when the speed control system CONT is deactivated. Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on. Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACC position and the driver's door is opened. Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (and the key is not in the ignition) and the driver's door is opened. 10 Instrument Cluster GAUGES CHECK GAGE DOOR AJAR 4 H CHECK ENGINE 5 6 40 60 60 80 100 140 3 2 1 RPMx1000 C 100 H SPEED CONT 4WD HIGH 20 20 180 CHECK FUEL CAP F E ABS MPH ! BRAKE km/h 120 THEFT H O/D OFF 4WD LOW P RND 21 Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between "H" and "C"). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. H C Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. 11 Instrument Cluster Odometer: Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle. Trip odometer: Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. To reset, depress the control. Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine. Battery voltage gauge: Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition is in the ON position. If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range (as indicated by arrows), have the vehicle's electrical system checked as soon as possible. H L 12 Instrument Cluster Engine oil pressure gauge: Indicates engine oil pressure. The needle should stay in the normal operating range (between "L" and "H"). If the needle falls below the normal range, stop the vehicle, turn off the engine and check the engine oil level. Add oil if needed. If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle checked at your dealership or by a qualified technician. Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the ON position). H L F E 13 Entertainment Systems PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD 1. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn clockwise/counterclockwise to increase/decrease volume. 2. Scan: Press SCAN to move up SCAN the radio frequency band. SCAN automatically finds a station, plays it for five seconds, then moves to the next station. Press again to stop. Tape/CD: Press SCAN to sample tape/CD selections for eight seconds. Press again to stop. 3. CD Door: Insert the disc with the playing side down and printed side up. 14 Entertainment Systems 4. Cassette door: Insert the cassette with the opening to the right. 5. Eject: Press to eject the cassette/CD. The radio will resume playing. 6. Tape: Press to start tape play. Press to stop tape during rewind/fast forward. CD: Press to start CD play. With the dual media audio, press CD to toggle between single CD and CD changer play (if equipped). 7. Mute: Press to MUTE playing media; press again return to playing media. 8. Auto: Press to set first six strongest stations (if available) into AM, FM1 or FM2 memory buttons; press again to return to normal stations. 9. Clock: Press and hold to set the SEEK to clock. Press the decrease hours or SEEK to TUNE increase hours. Press the to to decrease minutes or TUNE increase minutes. If your vehicle has a stand alone clock this control will not function. 15 Entertainment Systems 10. Balance: Press BAL; then press / to shift sound to the SEL left/right speakers. Fade: Press FADE; then press / to shift sound to the SEL rear/front speakers. 11. Memory preset buttons: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM1/FM2; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. 12. Shuffle (CD): Press to play tracks in random order. 13. Compression (CD): Press to bring soft and loud passages together for a more consistent listening level. Dolby noise reduction: 14. Works in tape mode only. Reduces tape noise and hiss; press to activate/deactivate. 15. Side 1­2: Works in tape mode only. Press to play reverse side of the tape. 16. Fast Forward (FF): Press for a slow advance, press and hold for a fast advance. 17. Rewind (REW): Press for a slow rewind, press and hold for a fast rewind. FF 2 REW 1 16 Entertainment Systems 18. Select (SEL): Use with Bass, Treble, Balance and Fade controls. 19. Bass: Press BASS; then press / to decrease/increase SEL the bass output. SEL Treble: Press TREB; then press / to decrease/increase SEL the treble output. 20. Tune: Works in radio mode only. / to change Press TUNE frequency down/up. SEEK TUNE 21. Seek: Press and release / for previous/next SEEK strong station, selection or track. SEEK TUNE 22. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band. 17 Entertainment Systems AM/FM STEREO IN-DASH SIX CD RADIO FOR PIONEER SOUND SYSTEM 1. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase or decrease volume levels. 2. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM frequency band. 3. CD: Press to select CD mode. 4. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. 18 Entertainment Systems 5. Rewind: Press to stop tape during rewind/fast forward. Fast forward: Press to start CD play. With the dual media audio, press CD to toggle between single CD and CD changer play. 6. Seek: Press and release / for previous/next SEEK strong station, selection or track. or to 7. Tune: Radio: Press manually tune down or up the radio to frequency band. CD: Press to select the next track on the CD. select the previous track or 8. Scan: Press SCAN to move up the radio frequency band. SCAN automatically finds a station, plays it for five seconds seconds, then moves to the next station. Press again to stop. Tape/CD: Press SCAN to sample tape/CD selections for eight seconds. Press again to stop. 9. Shuffle: Press to play tracks in random order. 10. CD door: Insert the disc with the playing side down and printed side up. 11. Load: Press to load a CD. Press and hold to load up to six discs. 12. Eject: Press to eject a CD. Press and hold to eject all loaded discs. 13. Balance: Press BAL; then press / to shift sound to the SEL left/right speakers. 19 Entertainment Systems Fade: Press FADE; then press / to shift sound to the SEL rear/front speakers. 14. Select: Use with Bass, Treble, Balance and Fade controls to adjust levels. 15. Bass: Press BASS; then press / to decrease/increase SEL the bass output. Treble: Press TREB; then press / to decrease/increase SEL the treble output. 16. Menu: Press MENU and SEL to access clock mode, RDS on/off, Traffic announcement mode and Program type mode. 17. Mute: Press to MUTE playing media; press again return to playing media 18. DSP (Digital Signal Processing): Press to enter DSP mode ­ allows you to engage/disengage DSP status, and choose signal modes of JAZZ CLUB, HALL, CHURCH, STADIUM. You may also change the occupancy mode to optimize sound for ALL SEATS, DRIVER SEAT or REAR SEAT. 20 Entertainment Systems REAR AUDIO CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) The rear seat controls allow the middle seat passengers to operate the radio, tape, CD or CD changer (if equipped). To engage, simultaneously press the memory preset controls 3 and 5. Press again to disengage. 1. Mode: Push to toggle between AM, FM1, FM2, tape, CD or CD changer mode (if equipped). 2. Memory: Push successively to allow rear seat passengers to scroll through memory presets. Push in CD changer mode (if equipped) to advance to the next disc. 3. Headphone jack: Plug a 3.5 mm headphone into the jack. 4. Headphone/speaker: Press to turn all speakers off (headphone mode). Press again to deactivate the headphone and activate system speakers. or to access the previous or next station, selection 5. Seek: Press or track. 6. Volume: Press + to increase and -- to decrease volume levels. From the rear seat controls, volume can not be set higher than the front seat setting. 21 Climate Controls MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM 1. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. 2. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle. 3. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. See the following for a brief description on each control. MAX A/C (if equipped): Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. Air flows from the instrument panel vents only. A/C (if equipped): Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. Air flows from the instrument panel vents only. : Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents. O (OFF): Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. : Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents and the floor vents. : Distributes outside air through the floor vents. : Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and floor vents. : Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents. Operating tips · To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place position. the air flow selector in the · To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the air flow selector in the OFF or MAX A/C position. · Under normal weather conditions, do not leave the air flow selector in MAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to "breathe" using the outside air inlet vents. · Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats. · Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield. 22 Climate Controls To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select 2. Select A/C 3. Modulate the temperature control to maintain comfort. 4. Set the fan speed to HI 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel. Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. Rear window defroster The rear defroster control is located on the instrument panel. The ignition switch must be in the ON position to operate the rear defroster. Press the control to turn the defroster ON/OFF. A small LED will illuminate when the rear defroster is ON. 23 Lights HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the headlamps on. OFF AUTOLAMP DELAY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The autolamp sets the headlamps to turn on and off automatically. The autolamp control, located in the interior mirror, may be set to: · turn on the lamps automatically at night · turn off the lamps automatically during daylight · keep the lamps on for up to three minutes after the key is turned to OFF Refer to Setting autolamp in the Driver Controls chapter. Foglamp control (if equipped) The foglamps can be turned on when the headlamp control is in either of the following positions: · Parking lamps · Low beams Press the foglamp control to activate the foglamps. The foglamp indicator light will illuminate. When the highbeams are activated, the foglamps will not operate. Press the foglamp control again to deactivate the foglamps. 24 Lights High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate. Pull the lever towards you to deactivate. Flash to pass Pull the lever toward you to activate. Release the lever to deactivate. PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Move the control up and down to adjust the intensity of the panel lighting. Operates only when the exterior lights are switched on. Move the control to the full upright position (past detent) to turn on the interior lamps. DIM Move the control to the full down position (past detent) to prevent interior lamps from illuminating when the doors are opened. AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed before leaving the assembly plant. If your vehicle is involved in an accident or if you have problems fixing the alignment of your headlamps, have them checked by a qualified service technician. 25 Lights Headlamp aim adjustment The headlamps on your vehicle can only be vertically adjusted. Your vehicle does not require horizontal aim adjustments. To adjust the headlamps: 1. Park your vehicle on a level surface about 7.6 meters (25 feet) away from a vertical plain surface (3). Check your headlamp alignment at night or in a dark area so that you can see the headlamp beam pattern. · (1) Eight feet · (2) Center height of lamp to ground · (3) Twenty-five feet · (4) Horizontal reference line 2. The center of the headlamp has a 3.0 mm circle on the lens. Measure the height from the center of your headlamp to the ground (2) and mark a 2.4 meter (8 foot) long horizontal line on the plain surface (1) at this height (masking tape work well). 3. Turn on the low beam headlamps. The brightness part of the light should be below the horizontal line (4). If its above the line the headlamp will need to be adjusted. 4. Open the hood. 26 Lights 5. Locate the vertical adjuster for each headlamp. Adjust the aim by turning the adjuster control either clockwise (to adjust down) or counterclockwise (to adjust up). NOTE: Use a 4 mm socket or box wrench to turn the vertical adjuster control. 6. Once you have adjusted the headlamps close the hood and turn off the lights. TURN SIGNAL CONTROL · Push down to activate the left turn signal. · Push up to activate the right turn signal. INTERIOR LAMPS Courtesy/reading lamps The courtesy lamp will turn on when: · any door is opened. · the instrument panel dimmer switch is rotated all the way up (past detent). on the remote · Pressing the entry key fob and the ignition is in the OFF position. NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with the Remote Keyless Entry feature, the courtesy lamp will remain on for 25 seconds after the door is shut or until the ignition is turned to the ON position. 27 Lights To use the reading lamps: · Press the rocker control located near each reading lamp to turn it on. · Press the rocker control again to turn it off. BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. Replacing headlamp bulbs Do not touch the glass of a halogen bulb. 1. Turn off the headlamps and open the hood. 2. Lift the headlamp cover. 3. Remove two retainer pins, then pull headlamp forward. 4. Disconnect the electrical connector. 5. Remove the bulb retaining ring. 28 Lights 6. Carefully pull old bulb out of the lamp assembly Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children's reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated. Install the new bulb in reverse order. Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs 1. Remove screw from the lamp assembly. 2. Disengage lamp assembly. 3. Remove the bulb socket. 4. Carefully pull bulb straight out of the socket. Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. 29 Lights Replacing tail lamp/turn/backup lamp bulbs 1. Open the liftgate. 2. Remove the two screws from the lamps assembly. 3. Remove the lamp assembly. 4. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the lamp assembly. 5. Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket. Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. Replacing foglamp bulbs 1. Remove the bulb socket from the foglamp by turning it counterclockwise. 2. Disconnect the electrical connector. Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. 30 Lights Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Remove two screws and the license plate lamp assembly. 2. Remove the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by turning counterclockwise. Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulb 1. Remove the two screws and lamp assembly from vehicle. 2. Remove the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by turning counterclockwise and pull the bulb straight out. Install new bulbs in reverse order. Replacement bulbs Function Headlamps Park/turn/side marker lamps Rear stop/tail/turn lamps Backup lamps Foglamps Rear license plate lamps Overhead map lamps Number of bulbs 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 Trade number 9007 3157 AK (Amber) 3157K 3156K 9145 168 PC579 (XU5B-13466­AA) 211­2 168 (T10) 906 168 161 Cargo lamp 1 Map lamps 2 Dome lamp 1 Front door courtesy lamp (if equipped) 1 Ashtray lamp 1 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights ­ see your dealer. Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of the bulbs frequently. To replace any of the interior bulbs, see a dealer or qualified technician. 31 Driver Controls MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers; rotate towards you to decrease the speed of the wipers. Speed dependent wipers: when the wiper control is on, the speed of the wipers will automatically adjust with the vehicle speed. The faster your vehicle is travelling the faster the wipers will go. Windshield washer: push the end of the stalk: · briefly: causes a single swipe of the wipers without washer fluid. · a quick push and hold: the wipers will swipe three times with washer fluid. · a long push and hold: the wipers and washer fluid will be activated for up to ten seconds. Rear window wiper and washer · Turn the control to the desired interval position. · Press to activate the rear washer fluid. OFF R.WIPE HI PUSH Opening the liftgate will not interrupt the rear wiper function. 32 Driver Controls Changing the wiper blades 1. Pull the wiper arm away from the vehicle. Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm. Push the lock pin manually to release the blade and pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove it from the arm. 2. Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and press it into place until a click is heard. 3. Replace wiper blades every 6 months for optimum performance. TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED) To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull and hold the steering wheel release control toward you. 2. Move the steering wheel up or down until you find the desired location. 3. Release the steering wheel release control. This will lock the steering wheel in position. Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. 33 Driver Controls CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These include: · Utility compartment with compact disc storage · Auxiliary power point · Cupholders · Ashcup · Removable utility bag (if equipped) · Writing surface with note pad · Coin holder · Armrest Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehicle's overhead console will vary depending on your option package. Storage compartment (if equipped) Press the OPEN control to open the door slightly. Pull the door down to open. The storage compartment may be used to secure sunglasses or a similar object. 34 Driver Controls Install a garage door opener (if equipped) The storage compartment can be used to hold a variety of aftermarket garage door openers. To install your garage door opener: 1. Open the storage compartment door. 2. Remove the storage clip and stow it away. 3. Place the Velcro strip onto the back of the garage door opener control. 4. Adhere the back of garage door opener control to the Velcro strip found inside the storage compartment. Make sure that the controls for the garage door opener face outward. 5. Place the height adjusters onto the back of the storage compartment door. Add as many adjusters are needed to activate the garage door opener. 6. Close the storage compartment door and press the garage door opener control to verify that it works. If not, you may need to add more adjusters. AUXILIARY POWER POINT The power point is an additional power source for electrical accessories. NOTE: Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty. 35 Driver Controls · With a full console: · Without a full console: The maximum current draw of any single power point should not exceed it's fuse rating, otherwise this will result in a blown fuse. Do not use the the cigarette/cigar lighter element in any power point. Keep power point caps closed when not in use. Rear auxiliary power point A second auxiliary power point is located on the left rear quarter panel and is accessible from the liftgate. 36 Driver Controls POWER WINDOWS Press and hold the bottom part of the rocker switch to open the window. Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to close the window. One touch down · Press AUTO completely down and release quickly. The driver's window will open fully. Depress again to stop window operation. AUTO SETTING AUTOLAMP (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position. Leaving the headlamp control on will override the autolamp. 2. Turn the ignition to the ON position or start the vehicle. OFF 3. Slide the delay control all the way to the left. The further you move the knob to the right, the longer the headlamps stay on after the ignition is turned to the OFF position. The autolamp will keep the headlamps on for a maximum of three minutes after the ignition is turned to OFF. DELAY AUTOLAMP OFF MAX. 37 Driver Controls Automatic dimming rear view mirror The autolamp/automatic dimming mirror is equipped with an automatic dimming feature. This feature will change from the normal state to the non-glare "active" state when bright lights (glare) reach the mirror. When the mirror detects bright light from front or behind, it will adjust automatically to minimize glare. DELAY AUTOLAMP OFF MAX. The mirror will automatically return to the normal position whenever the vehicle is placed in R (Reverse) (when the mirror is in the ON position). This helps to ensure a bright clear view in the mirror when backing up. Power side view mirrors To adjust your mirrors to adjust the left 1. Select to adjust the right mirror or mirror. 2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center position to disable the adjust function. Fold-away mirrors Pull the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash. 38 Driver Controls SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) With speed control set, you can maintain a speed of 48 km/h (30 mph) or more without keeping your foot on the pedal. Speed control does not work at speeds below 48 km/h (30 mph). Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved. Setting speed control The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and release it. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 3. Press the SET ACC control and release it. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. 5. The indicator light SPEED on the CONT instrument cluster will turn on. Note: · Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill. · If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, you may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed. 39 Driver Controls · If the vehicle speed decreases more than 16 km/h (10 mph) below your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage. Resuming a set speed Press the RSM (resume) control and release it. This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed. The RSM control will not work if the vehicle speed is not faster than 48 km/h (30 mph). Increasing speed while using speed control There are two ways to set a higher speed: · Press and hold the SET ACC control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control. You can also use the SET ACC control to operate the Tap-Up function. Press and release this control to increase the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1.6 km/h (1 mph). · Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed. When the vehicle reaches that speed, press and release the SET ACC control. Reducing speed while using speed control There are two ways to reduce a set speed: · Press and hold the COAST control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control. You can also use the COAST control to operate the Tap-Down function. Press and release this control to decrease the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1.6 km/h (1 mph). 40 Driver Controls · Depress the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached, press the SET ACC control. Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: · Depress the brake pedal or the clutch pedal (if equipped). This will not erase your vehicles previously set speed. · Press the speed control OFF control. Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speed control set speed memory is erased. MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) The moon roof control is located on the overhead console. Do not let children play with the moon roof. They may seriously hurt themselves. To open the moon roof: the moon roof is equipped with a one-touch open feature. Press and release control. To stop the the one-touch open feature press control again. the To close the moon roof: press and control until the glass hold the panel stops moving. When fully closed, the rear portion of the glass panel will appear higher than the front portion. 41 Driver Controls To vent the moon roof: press and hold the control. The moon roof must be in the closed position in order to move it into the control until the glass vent position. To close, press and hold the panel stops moving. The moon roof sliding shade can be opened or closed manually. The glass panel must be closed in order to move the sliding shade. Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is installed, the moon roof positions will need to be reset. To reset the moon roof positions, move the moon roof into the vent position. ELECTRONIC COMPASS AND OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY (IF EQUIPPED) This display provides the outside temperature in °C (Centigrade) or °F (Fahrenheit) and one of the eight compass headings to indicate the direction the vehicle is facing. Outside temperature display Press the MODE control to turn on the display. Press the MODE control again to change from °C to °F. Press the MODE control again to turn off the display. If the outside temperature drops 73° NW below 4° C (38° F) the word "ICE" will flash in the display alternately with the outside temperature for approximately one minute. Electronic compass As an orientation aid, the compass direction abbreviations are displayed here. If you suspect that the compass is not operating correctly, it can be recalibrated. Note: The compass reading may be affected when driving near large buildings, bridges, power lines and OPEN GARAGE LAMP MODE LAMP 42 Driver Controls broadcast antennas. Magnetic or metallic objects place on or in the vehicle may also affect the compass reading. · Adjusting the compass Note: The ignition must be in the ON position. 1. Press and hold the MODE control until "VAR" appears in the display. The current location number should be displayed. LAMP MODE LAMP 9 VAR 2. Press the MODE control repeatedly until your desired location number appears in the display. Use this zone map to determine which location number you should be using. 32 4 5 1 15 14 13 12 6 7 8 9 1011 · Adjusting the calibration of the compass Note: To adjust the calibration find an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines. 1. Press and hold the MODE control until "CAL" appears in the display then release the control. 2. Drive slowly (less than 5 km/h [3 mph]) in circles until "CAL" disappears from the display CAL (approximately 2 or 3 circles). LAMP MODE LAMP 43 Driver Controls POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT Position the floor mat so that the eyelet is over the pointed end of the retention post and rotate forward to lock in. Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal. CARGO SHADE (IF EQUIPPED) If your vehicle has a cargo shade, you can use it to cover items in the cargo area of your vehicle. To install the shade: 1. Insert the ends of the cargo shade into the mounting brackets located behind the rear seat on the trim panels. 2. Grasp the handle and unroll the cover. 3. Latch the posts into the mounting clips (right side first) located on the rear trim panels. Ensure that the posts are properly latched in mounting clips. The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it is not securely installed. Do not place any objects on the cargo area shade. They may obstruct your vision or strike occupants of vehicle in the case of a sudden stop or collision. 44 Driver Controls Rewinding the shade With extended use, the cargo shade may lose its spring tension. If this occurs, the shade must be manually rewind. This is a two-person operation. 1. Remove the shade from the vehicle and extend it with the smooth grain facing you. 2. Wrap the vinyl around the roller tube twice. 3. Tuck the edges of the vinyl inside the end cap with each wrap. 4. Fold the edges of the vinyl towards the center, making sure that the edges clear the end cap slots. Use tape or a rubber band to hold the vinyl to the left side of the tube. 5. Push in the right end cap (marked RH) about 1/4 of the total length to disengage the clutch and hold the end cap in while turning the roller tube toward you 14 times. 6. Let go of the right end cap. The clutch will now engage and stop the shade from losing its spring tension. 7. Unfold the vinyl and place it into the end cap slots. 8. Insert the shade into the side mounting brackets and check to make sure that it operates properly. The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it is not securely installed. 45 Driver Controls OPERATING THE LIFTGATE Note: The liftgate can only be opened and closed from the outside of the vehicle. To open the liftgate window: 1. Unlock the liftgate using either the key, power door lock control or the Remote entry key fob. 2. Push the key lock cylinder in. 3. Push the window upward. To close the liftgate window: Repeat the above procedure in reverse order. To open the liftgate: 1. Unlock the liftgate using either the key, power door lock control or the Remote entry key fob. 2. Pull up on the handle located under the license plate lamp shield. 3. Push the liftgate upward. To close the liftgate: Repeat the above procedure in reverse order. The liftgate door and window should be closed before driving your vehicle. If not closed properly, possible damage may occur to the liftgate door lift cylinders and attaching hardware. 46 Locks and Security KEYS The key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacement keys are available from your dealer. You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in case you require it in an emergency. Refer to SecuriLock Passive Anti-Theft System for more information. POWER DOOR LOCKS The power door lock controls are located on the driver and front passenger door panels. will unlock all the Pressing the will lock all doors. Pressing the the doors. Another power door lock is located in the cargo area on the driver's side of the vehicle. Childproof door locks · When these locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside. · The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the doors are unlocked. The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door. Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for both doors. · Move lock control up to engage the childproof lock. · Move control down to disengage childproof locks. 47 Locks and Security REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors without a key. Note: lock and unlock will work in any ignition position. If there is a problem with the remote entry system make sure to take ALL remote entry transmitters with you to the dealership, this will aid in troubleshooting the problem. Unlocking the doors 1. Press and release to unlock the driver's door. Note: The interior lamps will illuminate. 2. Press and release again within three seconds to unlock all the doors. The remote entry system activates the illuminated entry feature. This feature turns on the interior lamps for 25 seconds or until the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the dome lamp control is in the off position the illuminated entry feature will not work. The inside lights will not turn off if: · they have been turned on using the dimmer control or · any door is open. The battery saver feature will turn off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the ignition is turned to the OFF position. Locking the doors 1. Press and release to lock all the doors. Note: the interior lamps will turn off. 48 Locks and Security 2. Press and release again within three seconds to confirm that all the doors are closed and locked. Note: the doors will lock again, the horn will chirp once and the headlamps will flash. If any of the doors are not properly closed the horn will make two quick chirps. Sounding a panic alarm Press to activate the alarm. The horn will sound for a maximum of 30 seconds and the parklamps will flash for a maximum of 3 minutes. Press again or turn the ignition to ON to deactivate, or wait for the alarm to timeout in 3 minutes. Note: The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the OFF or ACC position. Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. The typical operating range for your remote entry transmitter is approximately 10 meters (33 feet). A decrease in the operating range could be caused by: · weather conditions, · nearby radio towers, · structures around the vehicle and · other vehicles parked next to the vehicle. To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the remote entry transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER APART. 2. Remove the old battery. 3. Insert the new battery. Refer to the diagram inside the remote entry transmitter for the correct orientation of the battery. 4. Snap the two halves back together. Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement. 49 Locks and Security Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammed because you lost one, or would like to buy additional remote entry transmitters, you can either reprogram them yourself, or take all remote entry transmitters to your authorized dealer for reprogramming. How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters You must have all remote entry transmitters (maximum of four) available before beginning this procedure. To reprogram the remote entry 4 transmitters: 3 5 2 1 1. Ensure the vehicle is electronically unlocked. 2. Put the key in the ignition. 3. Turn the key from the 2 (LOCK) position to 3 (OFF). 4. Cycle, eight times, rapidly (within 10 seconds) between the 3 (OFF) position and 4 (ON). Note: The eighth turn must end in the 4 (ON) position. 5. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that the programming mode has been activated. 6. Within 20 seconds press any button on the remote entry transmitter. Note: If more than 20 seconds have passed you will need to start the procedure over again. 7. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that this remote entry transmitter has been programmed. 8. Repeat Step 6 to program each additional remote entry transmitter. 9. Turn the ignition to the 3 (OFF) position after you have finished programming all of the remote entry transmitters. 10. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that the programming mode has been exited. 50