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General Information

 

Section 2 Features and Controls

Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem.

Warnings and Abnormal Operations

Normal Operating Procedures

Door Locks

CAUTION

Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers -- especially children -- can easily open the doors and fall out. When a door is locked, the inside handle won’t open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. This may not be so obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked. Wear safety belts properly, lock your doors, and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle.

Locking and unlocking your vehicle

To lock the door from the inside

To unlock the door from the inside,

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Power Door Locks

To lock or unlock both doors at once.

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Leaving Your Vehicle

If you are leaving the vehicle,

Remote Function Actuator, or key FOB transmitter function

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Memory (Option)

MEMORY

The MEMORY buttons

 

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Remote Function Actuation System

Remote Function Actuation (RFA) system

Your vehicle

If you ever notice a decrease in the key fob transmitter range

Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.

If you ever notice a decrease in the key fob transmitter range, try doing one of the following:

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Operation

You don’t have to do anything for the RFA to work when the passive feature is on.

Turning on the passive feature

Actively unlock your vehicle

Actively Unlock The Hatch/Trunk Lid

If you move out of range with the slider switch set to ON, the key fob transmitter will:

If you leave your keys in the ignition and attempt to lock the doors

The doors still will not lock.

If you lock your keys in the vehicle and didn’t leave them in the ignition with the passive slide switch is in the ON position.

  1. After 15 seconds of no motion, the key FOB transmitter shuts down to save the battery.
  2. Wait about 30 seconds,
  3. Then rock the vehicle.
  4. The key fob transmitter should "wake up" and unlock the doors.

You can be locked out of your vehicle

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Panic Alarm Button

Your vehicle’s horn will sound if

If the horn alarm sounds, there are three ways to turn it off:

  1. Push the panic alarm button on the key fob transmitter again.
  2. Wait 90 seconds, and the horn will turn off by itself or
  3. Turn the key to any position in the ignition switch, except OFF.

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RFA Settings

To adjust the RFA settings on the system through the Driver Information Center (DIC).

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Turning the Passive System Off

You can disable the passive feature

To guarantee the key fob transmitter is turned on or off

To check whether the passive system is on or off

When working around your vehicle and have your keys with you,

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Transmitter Range

The active range (using one of the four buttons) of the key fob transmitter is approximately

The passive range (having the slider switch set to ON) is approximately

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Resynchronizing Your Transmitter

Your RFA system

  1. Get closer to the vehicle and try pressing a button again.
  2. While standing close to your vehicle,
    • Press the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on your transmitter at the same time
    • Hold for seven seconds.
    • This will attempt to resynchronize the security code in your RFA key FOB transmitter.
  3. When resynchronization is achieved the horn will chirp.

Loss of synchronization will occur

If attempts to resynchronize your transmitter to the vehicle are not successful,

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Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle

Each key FOB transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle.

To match transmitters to your vehicle:

  1. Turn the ignition key to the ON position.
  2. Clear any warning messages on the Driver Information Center (DIC) by pressing the RESET button.
  3. Press the OPTIONS button on the DIC several times until the blank page is displayed,
  4. When the message FOB TRAINING is displayed,
  5. Press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the transmitter simultaneously for 15 seconds.
  6. When a transmitter is learned,
  7. Repeat Steps 5 and 6 for each additional transmitter.
  8. Remove the key from the ignition.

The programming mode will shut off if:

If a transmitter is lost or stolen,

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Battery Replacement

  1. Insert a coin into the slot on the back of the transmitter and gently pry apart the front and back.
  2. Gently pull the battery out of the transmitter.
  3. Put the new battery in the transmitter, positive (+) side up.
  4. Reassemble the transmitter in the order shown.
  5. Resynchronize the transmitter. (See "Resynchronizing Your Transmitter" .)
  6. Test the transmitter.

Under normal use,

NOTICE:

When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter.

Replacing Your Battery 

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Remote Hatch/Trunk Lid Release

To use the remote hatch/trunk lid release on automatic transmission vehicles,

To use the manual release cables to open the hatch and you have lost battery power

 

To use the manual release cable to open the trunk lid

 

CAUTION

It can be dangerous to drive with the hatch/trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death.

If you must drive with the hatch/trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the hatch/trunk lid:

See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index.

NOTICE:

If you put things in the hatch/trunk area, be sure they won’t break the glass when you close it. Never slam the hatch/trunk lid down. You could break the glass or damage the defogger grid. When you close the hatch/trunk lid, make sure you pull down from the center, not the sides. If you pull the hatch/trunk lid down from the side too often, the weatherstrip can be damaged.

NOTICE:

Do not store heavy or sharp objects in the three storage compartments located in the hatch/trunk area. If you do, the objects could damage the underbody.

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Theft

Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features,

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Key in the Ignition

If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside,

When you park your vehicle and open the driver’s door,

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Parking at Night

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Parking Lots

If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle,

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Universal Theft-Deterrent System

Your Corvette has a theft-deterrent alarm system.

Arming the Theft-Deterrent System

  1. Press the LOCK button on the key fob transmitter, as mentioned earlier, OR
  2. Walk out of range with the passive switch on OR
  3. Open the door.
    1. The SECURITY light should flash
    2. Lock the door with the power door lock switch.
    3. The SECURITY light will stop flashing and stay on.
    4. Close all the doors.
    5. The SECURITY light should go off.

 

If a door or the hatch/trunk lid is opened without the key or the key fob transmitter system,

The theft-deterrent system won’t arm if

If your passenger stays in the vehicle when you leave with the keys

Always use your key or the key FOB transmitter to unlock a door.

If you do set off the alarm, there are four ways to stop it:

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Testing the Alarm

  1. Make sure the rear hatch/trunk lid is latched.
  2. Lower a window on the door.
  3. Manually arm the system with the power door lock switch.
  4. Close the doors and wait 15 seconds.
  5. Reach through the open window and press the power unlock button.
  6. Open the door.
  7. Turn off the alarm.

If the alarm is inoperative,

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PASS-Key@

Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-Key (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system.

 

When the PASS-Key system senses that someone is using the wrong key,

The key must be clean and dry before it’s inserted in the ignition or the engine may not start.

If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet

If the resistor pellet is damaged or missing,

If the SECURITY light comes on while driving

If you lose or damage a PASS-Key ignition key,

 

New Vehicle "Break-In"

NOTICE: Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate "break-in."

 

It will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines:

 

Ignition Switch

With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn the switch to four positions.

OFF:

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ACC:

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ON:

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START:

CAUTION

Removing the key from the ignition switch will lock the steering column and result in a loss of ability to steer the vehicle. This could cause a collision. If you need to turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the key to ACC.

NOTICE:

If your key seems stuck in OFF and you can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if so, is it all the way in? Turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch. If none of this works, then your vehicle needs service.

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Retained Accessory Power (RAP)

With RAP

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Starting Your Engine

This vehicle has a computer system that monitors

Automatic Transmission

Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) to start.

NOTICE:

Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your Corvette is moving. If you do, you could damage the transmission. Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped.

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Manual Transmission

The gear selector should be in NEUTRAL (N).

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Starting Your Engine

1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal,

NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor.

2. If it doesn’t start within 10 seconds,

Starting your engine in very cold weather (below 0°F or -18"C)

  1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to START and hold it there.
  2. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline.

NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly. If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in the Index.

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Starter Interlock Feature

Your vehicle is equipped with a starter interlock feature

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Racing or Other Competitive Driving

See your Warranty Book before using your vehicle for racing or other competitive driving.

NOTICE:

If you use your vehicle for racing or other competitive driving, your engine may use more oil than it would with normal use. Low oil levels can damage the engine. Be sure to check the oil level often during racing or other competitive driving and keep the level at or near the upper mark on the engine oil dipstick. You may need to add oil. See "Adding Oil" under "Engine" in the Index.

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Engine Coolant Heater

(Canada Only)

The engine coolant heater

In very cold weather, 0 O F (- 18 O C) or colder,

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To Use the Engine Coolant Heater

  1. Turn off the engine.
  2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord.
  3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet.
  4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts.

 

CAUTION

Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. If the cord won’t reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps.

How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in

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Automatic Transmission Operation

There are several different positions for your shift lever.

PARK (P):

CAUTION

It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P). See "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in the Index.

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REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up.

NOTICE:

Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transmission. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped.

NEUTRAL (N):

CAUTION

Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is "racing" (running at high speed) is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose control and hit people or objects. Don’t shift out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is racing.

NOTICE:

Damage to your transmission caused by shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine racing isn’t covered by your warranty.

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AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE :

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THIRD (3):

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SECOND (2):

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FIRST (1):

NOTICE:

If your rear wheels can’t rotate, don’t try to drive. This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object. You could damage your transmission. Also, if you stop when going uphill, don’t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal. This could overheat and damage the transmission. Use your brakes or shift into PARK (P) to hold your vehicle in position on a hill.

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Manual Transmission Operation

6-Speed

This is your shift pattern. Here’s how to operate your transmission:

FIRST (1):

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SECOND (2):

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THIRD (3), FOURTH (4), FIFTH (5) AND SIXTH (6): 

 

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NEUTRAL (N).

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REVERSE (R):

To back up,

Your six-speed manual transmission has a feature that allows you to safely shift into REVERSE (R)

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Shift Speeds (Manual Transmission)

This chart shows when to shift to the next higher gear for best fuel economy.

you should downshift to the next lower gear

NOTICE:

When you are shifting gears, don't move the gearshift lever around needlessly. This can damage parts of the transmission and may require costly repair. Shift directly into the next appropriate gear.

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One to Four Light (Manual Transmission)

When this light comes on,

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NOTICE:

Do not try to force the shift lever into SECOND (2) or THIRD (3) when the ONE TO FOUR light comes on. Do not try to re-engage FIRST (1) after starting to shift into FOURTH (4). You will damage your transmission. Shift only from FIRST (1) to FOURTH (4) when the light comes on.

This light will come on when:

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Downshifting (Manual Transmission)

Do not downshift into the gear shown below at a speed greater than shown in the table:

FIRST (1) .................... 50 mph (80 km/h)

SECOND (2) ................ 74 mph (1 19 km/h)

THIRD (3) ................. 101 mph (163 km/h)

FOURTH (4) ............... 130 mph (209 km/h)

NOTICE:

If you skip more than one gear when you downshift, or if you race the engine when you downshift, you can damage the clutch, driveshaft or transmission.

The six-speed transmission has a spring that centers the shift lever near THIRD (3) and FOURTH (4).

CAUTION

If you skip more than one gear when you downshift, you could lose control of your vehicle. And you could injure yourself or others. Don’t shift from SIXTH (6) to THIRD (3), FIFTH (5) to SECOND (2) or FOURTH (4) to FIRST (1).

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Parking Brake 

NOTICE:

Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle. Make sure the brake warning light is not on before driving.

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Shifting Into PARK (P)

(Automatic Transmission Only)

CAUTION:

It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running,. the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. 

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Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission Only)

CAUTION:

It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire. You or others could be injured. Don’t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to.

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Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission)

The weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission if you

To prevent torque lock,

When you are ready to drive,

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Shifting Out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission)

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Your vehicle has a brake-transmission shift interlock.

As a prompt,

If you cannot shift out of PARK (P),

If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t shift out of PARK (P), try this:

  1. Turn the key to the ACC position.
  2. Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4.
  3. Shift to NEUTRAL (N).
  4. Start the engine and then shift to the drive gear you want.
  5. Have your vehicle inspected by your dealer as soon as possible.

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Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission)

Before you get out of your vehicle,

  1. Put your manual transmission in REVERSE (R) and
  2. Firmly apply the parking brake.

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Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust

CAUTION

Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn.

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Engine Exhaust

CAUTION

Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death.

If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle:

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Running Your Engine While You’re Parked (Automatic Transmission)

It’s better not to park with the engine running.

CAUTION

Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see the earlier Caution under "Engine Exhaust").

Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the fan switch is at the highest setting. One place this can happen is a garage. Exhaust, with CO, can come in easily. NEVER park in a garage with the engine running.

Another closed-in place can be a blizzard. (See "Blizzard" in the Index.)

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CAUTION

It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you’ve left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P).

Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won’t move.

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Limited-Slip Rear Axle

Your limited-slip rear axle can give you additional traction on snow, mud, ice, sand or gravel.

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Selective Real Time Damping (Option)

You may have a ride control system on your vehicle called Selective Real Time Damping (SRTD).

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TOUR:

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SPORT:

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PERF:

You can select a setting at any time.

There are three Driver Information Center messages

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Windows

Power Windows

With power windows

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Express-Down Window

Both the driver’s and passenger’s window switches have an express-down feature.

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Horn

To sound the horn,

Tilt Wheel

A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel. 

Turn Signal Multifunction Lever

The multifunction lever on the left side of the steering column includes your:

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Turn and Lane Change Signals

The turn signal has

To signal a turn,

To signal a lane change,

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Headlamps

The headlamp band controls these lamps:

Turn the band to this symbol to turn on your headlamps and other operating lamps.

Turn the band to this symbol to turn on your parking and other operating lamps without your headlamps.

Turn the band to OFF to turn off the lamps.

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Headlamp Doors

The headlamp doors are designed to

To open the Headlamp doors manually

The headlamp doors should be open

NOTICE:

In order to avoid possible contact of the hood to the headlamp doors, care should be taken in raising the hood with the headlamps up, or shut off the lamps prior to opening the hood.

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Lamps On Reminder

The Lamps On Reminder will chime if

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Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer

 

To change the headlamps  from low beam to high or high to low,

To change the headlamps from high to low

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Flash-To-Pass

To operate the Flash-To-Pass

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Windshield Wipers

You can control the windshield wipers

For a single wiping cycle of the windshield wipers

You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes.

To set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes

For steady wiping at low speed,

For steady high-speed wiping,

To stop the wipers,

Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them.

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Windshield Washer

The lever on the right side of your steering column also controls your windshield washer.

To spray washer fluid on the windshield,

CAUTION

In freezing weather, don’t use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision.

If the fluid in the windshield washer fluid reservoir is low,

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Cruise Control

With cruise control

When using cruise control,

The Driver Information Center (DIC) will display the cruise set speed in a digital number.

CAUTION

If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system begins to limit wheel spin,

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Setting Cruise Control

CAUTION:

If you leave your cruise control switch on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use it.

  1. Move the cruise control switch at the end of the lever on the left of the steering column to ON.
  2. Get up to the speed you want. 
  3. Push the SET/COAST button at the end of the lever and release it. The cruise set speed will be displayed by the Driver Information Center (DIC).
  4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. The pedal will return to an "idle" position.

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Resuming a Set Speed

Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake or clutch pedal.

Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more,

  1. Move the cruise control switch at the end of the lever on the left of the steering column to R/A (Resume/Accelerate) for about half a second.
  2. The Driver Information Center (DIC) will display the cruise set speed.
  3. You’ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there.

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Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control

There are two ways to go to a higher speed:

  1. Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. The speed will not begin to increase until sufficient pedal travel is achieved.  
    1. Push the button at the end of the lever, then
    2. release the button and the accelerator pedal.
    3. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed.
    4. The Driver Information Center (DIC) will display the cruise set speed.
  2. Move the cruise switch at the end of the lever on the left of the steering column to R/A.
    1. Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, then
      • Release the switch.
    2. To increase your speed in very small amounts, move the switch to R/A for less than half a second, then
      • Release it.
    3. Each time you do this, your vehicle will go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) faster.

The DIC will display the cruise set speed.

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Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control

There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control:

  1. Push in the button at the end of the lever on the left of the steering column until you reach the lower speed you want, then
    1. Release it.
    2. The Driver Information Center (DIC) will display the cruise set speed button for less than half a second.
    3. Each time you do this, you’ll go 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower.
    4. The DIC will display the cruise set speed.
  2. To slow down in very small amounts,
    1. Push the button for less than half a second.
    2. Each time you do this, you’ll go 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower.
    3. The DIC will display the cruise set speed. 

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Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control

Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed.

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Using Cruise Control on Hills

How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon

When going downhill,

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Getting Out of Cruise Control

There are two ways to turn off the cruise control:

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Erasing Speed Memory

Your cruise control set speed memory is erased.

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Exterior Lamps

Daytime Running Lamps

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day.

The DRL system will make your front turn signal lamps come on when:

When the DRL are on, only your front turn signal lamps will be on.

When you turn on your headlamps,

On vehicles built for Canada, when it’s dark enough outside,

On vehicles built for Canada, when it’s bright enough outside,

On Canadian vehicles,

As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it.

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Fog Lamps (Option)

Use your fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions.

To turn the fog lamps on,

  1. Push the button located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column.
  2. A light on the button will come on when the fog lamps are on.
  3. Push the button again to turn the fog lamps off.

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Interior Lamps

Instrument Panel Brightness Control

This button controls the brightness of your instrument panel lights when your headlamps or parking lamps are on.

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Courtesy Lamps

When any door or the hatch/trunk lid is opened,

To turn on the courtesy lamps 

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Reading Lamps

Your inside rearview mirror includes two reading lamps.

To manually turn on a reading lamp

There is also an interior console flood lamp

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Inadvertent Load Control

The Power Load Control

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Mirrors

Inside Day/night Rearview Mirror

An inside rearview mirror is attached above your windshield.

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Powerheated Remote Control Mirrors 

The electric mirror control is on the driver’s door.

For operation of the heated outside mirrors,

Your passenger’s side mirror is convex.

CAUTION

A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes. 

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Storage Compartments

Instrument Panel Cupholder

The cupholder is located on the center console.

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Center Console

To use the center console storage area,

To lock and unlock the console

Located inside the console are

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Security Shade (Option)

The security shade

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Using the Security Shade

  1. Hook the elastic loops on the front corners (A) of the shade to the T-nuts located on the front corners of the rear hatch frame.
  2. Hook the elastic loops on the rear corners (B) of the shade to the hooks recessed inside the rear hatch frame, near the rear corners.

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Rear Storage

There are three rear storage compartments in the floor of the rear hatch/trunk area.

To access the center storage compartment,

NOTICE:

If your vehicle has a compact disc player, it is stored in the center rear storage compartment. To help avoid damage to the compact disc player, do not store items such as liquids or sharp objects that could puncture or cut the compact disc player or wiring.

NOTICE:

Do not store heavy or sharp objects in the three storage compartments located in the hatch/trunk area. If you do, the objects could damage the underbody.

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Convenience Net (Option)

Your vehicle may have a convenience net.

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Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter

The ashtray is located on the instrument panel, next to the lighter.

To use the ashtray,

NOTICE:

Don’t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtray. If you do, cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire, causing damage.

NOTICE:

Loose objects (such as paper clips) can lodge behind and beneath the ashtray lid and prevent movement of the lid. Avoid putting small loose objects near the ashtray.

To use the lighter,

NOTICE:

Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating. If you do, it won’t be able to back away from the heating element when it’s ready. That can make it overheat, damaging the lighter and the heating element.

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Sun Visors

To block out glare,

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Visor Vanity Mirror

To use the Visor Vanity Mirror

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Accessory Outlet

This outlet is located inside the center console, on the forward left side.

NOTICE:

When using the accessory outlet:

We recommend that you see a qualified technician or your dealer for the proper installation of your equipment.

Floor Mats (Option)

Your vehicle’s floor mats are specially designed to remain in position under your feet and out of reach of the accelerator pedal.

 

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How to Remove and Replace the Floor Mats Roof Panel (Coupe)

To remove the floor mats,

To reinstall the floor mats,

For proper cleaning instructions of the carpeted floor mats,

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Roof Panel (Coupe) 

Removing the Roof Panel

CAUTION:

Don’t try to remove the roof panel while the vehicle is moving. Trying to remove the roof panel while the vehicle is moving could cause an accident. The panel could fall into the vehicle and cause you to lose control, or it could fly off and strike another vehicle. You or others could be injured. Remove the roof panel only when the vehicle is parked.

Until you are sure you can remove the panel alone, have someone help you.

NOTICE:

To avoid damage to the roof panel, paint and weatherstripping do not drop or rest it on its edges. Place the roof panel in the egg-shaped stowage receivers after removing it from the vehicle.

  1. Park on a level surface,
  2. Open the rear liftgate and remove any items that may interfere with proper storage of the roof panel.
  3. Lower the windows and open the doors.
  4. To unlock the front of the roof panel,
  5. To unlock the rear of the roof panel,
  6. After releasing the latches, return the sun visors to the forward position
  7. Stand on one side of the vehicle and, if necessary, have your helper stand on the other side.
  8. When the panel is loosened from the vehicle,

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Storing the Roof Panel

CAUTION

If the roof panel is not stored properly, it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver. People in the vehicle could be injured. Whenever you store the roof panel in the vehicle, always be sure that it is stored securely in the rear area using the storage pins.

NOTICE:

To avoid damage to the roof panel, paint and weatherstripping, do not drop or rest it on its edges. Place the roof panel in the egg-shaped stowage receivers after removing it from the vehicle.

  1. Turn the roof panel so that the rear edge of the panel is facing the storage area.
  2. Push the panel forward until the pins bottom out in the receivers.
  3. There are two spring-loaded storage pins on the rear wall of the storage compartment (A).
  4. Gently lower the roof panel onto the carpet ledge.
  5. Gently lift and lower the roof panel to be sure it is locked into place.

 

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Installing the Roof Panel

 CAUTION:

An improperly attached roof panel may fall into or fly off the vehicle. You or others could be injured. After installing the roof panel, always check that it is firmly attached by pushing up on the underside of the panel. Check now and then to be sure the roof panel is firmly in place.

NOTICE:

To avoid damage to the roof panel, paint and weatherstripping, do not drop or rest it on its edges.  

  1. Check to be sure that the front handles and rear latch on the ceiling are in their opened positions before attempting to install the roof panel. 
  2. If the roof panel is stored in the rear area,
  3. Remove the roof panel from the storage compartment.
  4. In most cases,
  5. Position the rear edge of the roof panel to the weatherstrip on the back of the roof opening (A).
  6. Rotate the front handles toward the side doors to the closed position.
  7. Hook the rear latch by pushing the lever up to the locked position.
  8. Grasp and tug the roof panel up and down andside-to-side to make sure the roof panel is securely installed.

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Convertible Top (Option)

The following procedures explain the proper operation of your convertible top.

NOTICE:

Certain automatic car washes may cause damage to your vehicle. The top fabric can be damaged by top cleaning brushes.

For care and cleaning of your convertible top,

When lowering and raising the covertible top,

You will use the following:

A. Front Edge of the Convertible Top

B. Rear Edge of the Convertible Top

C. Storage Compartment Lid

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Lowering Your Convertible Top

NOTICE:

Don’t leave your convertible out with the top down for any long periods of time. The sun and rain can damage your seat material and other things inside your vehicle.

1. Set the parking brake firmly.

NOTICE:

Before lowering the convertible top into the storage area, be sure there are no objects in the way of the folded, stored top. The weight of a stored top on items in the storage area may cause the convertible top back glass to break.

2. Unlock the front of the convertible top by lowering the latch handles and turning them inward.

3. Lift upward on the front edge (A) of the convertible top off of the windshield frame.

 

4. Tilt the driver’s seatback forward and press the storage compartment release button located on the underside of the storage compartment lid (C) behind the driver’s seat.

If your vehicle has lost battery power, you can still open the storage compartment lid (C)

The cable is located underneath the carpeting behind the driver and passenger seats in the center of the vehicle.

NOTICE:

Be sure that the rear edge (B) of the convertible top is in the full-down position before lowering the top into the storage compartment or damage to the top may occur.

5. Push forward on the front edge (A) of the convertible top to allow the rear edge (B) of the convertible top to be rotated to its full-down position. 

6. Then move the top rearward to its fully-stored position.

7. After the top is stored, apply one even push on the center of the front edge (A) of the convertible top to assure the top is fully retracted.

8. Close the storage compartment lid (C) by closing with a swift firm motion.

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Raising Your Convertible Top

1. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake firmly and shift an automatic transmission into PARK (P).

2. Tilt the driver’s seat forward and press the storage compartment release button, or use the manual release cable if battery power has been lost.

3.Pull the top up by firmly gripping the front edge (A) of the convertible top with your hand and applying a brisk firm upward and forward motion to get the top in the full-up position.

4.Lift the rear edge (B) of the convertible top to its full-up position by first raising the front edge (A).

5.Close the storage compartment lid (C) by closing with a swift, firm motion.

6.Lower the rear edge (B) of the convertible top by first slightly pushing the front edge (A) of the convertible top forward.

7. Push the front edge (A) of the convertible top down from the outside of the vehicle, or pull the front edge (A) of the convertible top down from the center pull-down handle located in the inside of the vehicle.

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Instrument Panel Cluster

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Your instrument cluster and Driver Information Center (DIC) are designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running.

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Speedometer

Your speedometer lets you see your speed in either miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h).

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Tachometer

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

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Warning Lights, Gages and Messages

This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them.

Warning lights and gages

Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions.

Check the appropriate section

Please follow the Owner's Manual’s advice.

Your vehicle also has a Driver Information Center that works along with the warning lights and gages.

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Safety Belt Reminder Light

When the key is turned to ON or START,

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Air Bag Readiness Light

There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument’ panel, which shows a deployed air bag symbol.

This light will

If the air bag readiness light

The air bag readiness light

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Voltmeter

When the key is in the ON position with the engine not running,

When the engine is running,

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Brake System Warning Light

Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts.

 

This light should come on when you turn the ignition key to START.

on when you start your It may take longer to stop. If the light is still system, the light will come t

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Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light

With the anti-lock brake several seconds. Your Vehicle" in the Index.)

That’s’normal.

Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake warning light is on.

The anti-lock brake system warning light

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Traction Control System (TCS) Light 

This light should come on briefly as you start the engine.

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Engine Coolant Temperature Gage

This gage shows the engine coolant temperature.

In "Problems on the Road," this manual shows what to do.

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Malfunction Indicator Lamp

(Check Engine Light)

Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the

This system is called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation)

NOTICE:

If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly.

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If the Light Is Flashing

The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle:

If the light stops flashing and remains on steady,

If the light continues to flash,

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If the Light Is On Steady

You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following:

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Engine Oil Pressure Gage

The engine oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure when the engine is running in

The engine oil pressure can also be displayed

CAUTION

Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced.

NOTICE:

Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty. 

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Security Light

This light comes on to remind you to arm your theft-deterrent system.

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Check Gages, Light 

This light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine.

This light can come on for the following reasons:

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Fuel Gage

Your fuel gage shows about how-much fuel is in your tank.

Here are three concerns some owners have had about the fuel gage. All these situations are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage. 

You can use the DIC to display more detailed fuel information.

You should reset the fuel information display every time you refuel.

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Driver Information Center (DIC)

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The Driver Information Center (DIC)

The following buttons are on the DIC control panel which is located to the right of the cluster:

At the top of the DIC control buttons is a light sensor.

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DIC Controls and Displays

Turn on the system

If a problem is detected,

1 FUEL

The FUEL button

To display average fuel economy

The average fuel economy

To reset the average fuel economy

To display the range

The fuel economy data used to determine fuel range

To reset the fuel range

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2 GAGES:

To display the oil pressure

To display the oil temperature

To display the coolant temperature

To display the transmission fluid temperature (automatics only)

To display the battery voltage

To display the tire pressure for the front tires (left and right)

Press the GAGE button again to display the tire pressure for the rear tires (left and right)

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3 TRIP

The TRIP button allows you to scroll through the functions listed below when you press it.

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Odometer

The odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven in either miles or kilometers.

To display odometer readings

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Trip Odometers 

There are two trip odometers.

To display trip odometer readings

To reset Trip A Display

To reset Trip B Display

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Miles Since Last Ignition Feature

You can also display number of miles driven since you last started the car

To display the Miles since last ignition feature

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Elapsed Time

To display the Elapsed Time

When the ignition is in the ON position, the DIC can be used as a stopwatch.

You can start or stop the elapsed time

To reset the elapsed time to zero

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Average Speed

To display the Average speed

To reset the Average Speed

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Engine Oil Life

Engine oil life is an estimate of the engine oil’s remaining useful life.

To display the Engine Oil Life

To reset the OIL LIFE reminder after an oil change:

  1. With the ignition on, press the TRIP button so the OIL LIFE percentage is displayed.
  2. Press RESET and hold for two seconds. The word RESET will appear, then OIL LIFE 99%.

You must reset the OIL LIFE yourself after each oil change.

The DIC does not replace the need to maintain your vehicle as recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual. Also, the oil change reminder will not detect dusty conditions or engine malfunctions that may affect the oil. If you drive in dusty areas, change your oil after every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or three months, whichever occurs first, unless the DIC instructs you to do so sooner. Also, the oil change reminder does not measure how much oil you have in your engine, so be sure to check your oil level often. See "Engine Oil" in the Index.

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4 OPTIONS

This button allows you to choose personal options available with your vehicle,

When returning to the options menu

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The following are the options listed under the OPTIONS button:

Lock and Arm

To display and select the LOCK & ARM Options

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Alarm

To display and select the ALARM Options

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Passive Unlock

To display and select the Passive Unlock Options

See "Remote Function Actuation (FWA) System" in the Index for more information.

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Approach Lights

To display and select the APPROACH LIGHTS Options

See "Remote Function Actuation (RFA) System" in the Index for more information.

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Auto Lock

To display and select the AUTO LOCK Options

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Auto Unlock

The AUTO UNLOCK will be available only if AUTO LOCK is set to ON.

To display and select the AUTO UNLOCK Options

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Seat Easy Entry

The easy entry feature will only be available if the vehicle is equipped with the memory option.

To display and select the SEAT EASY ENTRY Options

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Languages

You can select which language the DIC will display its messages in.

To display and select the LANGUAGES Options

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Blank Page

There is a blank page at the end of the OPTIONS menu.

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DIC Warnings and Messages

The following messages and warnings may appear in the DIC display.

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ABS ACTIVE (Anti-Lock Brake System Active)

The ABS ACTIVE message will be displayed.

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SERVICE ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)  

If the SERVICE ABS message is displayed when you are driving,

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SERVICE COLUMN LOCK

When the SERVICE COLUMN LOCK message is displayed

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LOW OIL PRESSURE

When LOW OIL PRESSURE message is displayed

Low oil pressure may be the result of a combination of

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LOW OIL LEVEL

When LOW OIL PRESSURE message is displayed

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REDUCED ENGINE POWER

When the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is displayed

If the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message and the CHECK ENGINE light comes on,

If the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is displayed in combination with the COOLANT OVER TEMP message,

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SERVICE VEHICLE SOON

When the SERVICE VEHICLE SOON message is displayed

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CHARGE SYSTEM FAULT

When the CHARGE SYSTEM FAULT message is displayed

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TRACTION SYS ACTIVE  

When the TRACTION SYS ACTIVE message is displayed

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TRACTION SYSTEM-ON

The TRACTION SYSTEM-ON  message is displayed when you decide to turn on the system

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TRACTION SYSTEM-OFF

When the TRACTION SYSTEM-OFF message is displayed

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SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM  

If the SERVICE TRACTION SYS message is displayed when you are driving,

If you have the optional Active Handling System,

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SERVICE RIDE CONTROL

When the SERVICE RIDE CONTROL message is displayed

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SHOCKS INOPERATIVE

When the SHOCK INOPERATIVE message is displayed

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MAXIMUM SPEED 80 MPH (129 km/h):

When the MAXIMUM SPEED 80 MPH (129 km/h) message is displayed  

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LOW COOLANT

When the LOW COOLANT message is displayed    

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COOLANT OVER TEMP:  

When the COOLANT OVER TEMP message is displayed    

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HIGH OIL TEMPERATURE REDUCE ENGINE RPM:  

When the HIGH OIL TEMPERATURE REDUCE ENGINE RPM message is displayed

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HIGH TRANS TEMP:

When the HIGH TRANS TEMP message is displayed

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LOW TIRE PRESSURE - (LF, LR, RF, RR): 

When the LOW TIRE PRESSURE message is displayed

CAUTION

When the LOW TIRE PRESSURE or FLAT TIRE message is displayed on the Driver Information Center, your vehicle’s handling capabilities will be reduced during severe maneuvers. If you drive too fast, you could lose control of your vehicle. You or others could be injured. Don’t drive over 55 mph (90 km/h) when the LOW TIRE PRESSURE or FLAT TIRE message is displayed. Drive cautiously, and check your tire pressures as soon as you can.

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FLAT TIRE - (LF, LR, RF, RR): 

When the FLAT TIRE message is displayed

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HIGH TIRE PRESSURE - (LF, LR, RF, RR):

When the HIGH TIRE PRESSURE message is displayed

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SERVICE TIRE MON SYS:  

When the SERVICE TIRE MOM SYS message is displayed

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Other Messages

Here are more messages that you can receive on your Driver Information Center. To acknowledge a message and read another message that may have come on at the same time, press the RESET button.

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Index

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