Acura 2005 NSX - Owner's Manual User Manual

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When properly worn, seat belts:Keep you from being thrown outof the vehicle.Help keep you in a good positionshould the airbags ever deploy. Agood posi

If you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a disc, find thecause in the chart to the right. If youcannot clear the error message, takethe

The security system automaticallysets 15 seconds after you lock thedoors, hood, rear window, roof paneland trunk. For the system to activate,you must

Cruise control allows you to maintainasetspeedabove25mph(40km/h)without keeping your foot on theaccelerator pedal. It should be usedfor cruising on st

Cruise control may not hold theset speed when you are going upand down hills. If your speedincreases going down a hill, usethe brakes to slow down. Th

Even with the cruise control turnedon, you can still use the acceleratorpedal to speed up for passing. Aftercompleting the pass, take your footoff the

Before you begin driving yourvehicle, you should know whatgasoline to use and how to check thelevels of important fluids. You alsoneed to know how to

Help assure your vehicle’s futurereliability and performance by payingextra attention to how you driveduring the first 600 miles (1,000 km).During thi

Park with the driver’s side closestto the service station pump.Open the fuel fill door by pullingonthehandletotheleftofthedriver’s seat.Removethefuelf

Stand just behind the driver’s door.Reach under the rear edge of therear window at its center and raiseit. It will stay up by itself.Park the vehicle,

Wait a few minutes after turning theengine off before you check the oil.Insert it all the way back in its tube.To Close the Rear Window:Snap the suppo

Your vehicle has a SupplementalRestraint System (SRS) with frontairbags to help protect the heads andchests of the driver and a passengerduring a mode

Refer toon page for informationabout checking other items on yourvehicle.Look at the coolant level in theexpansion tank. Make sure it isbetween the MA

Put your fingers under the frontedge of the hood to the right ofcenter. Slide your hand to the leftuntil you feel the hood latchhandle. Push this hand

Always maintain your vehicleaccording to the maintenanceschedule. Seeon page.an underinflated tirecauses more ‘‘rolling resistance,’’which uses more f

Modifying your vehicle, or installingsome non-Acura accessories, canmake your vehicle unsafe. Beforeyou make any modifications or addanyaccessories,be

Larger or smaller wheels and tirescan interfere with the operation ofyour vehicle’s anti-lock brakes andother systems.Some examples are:Removing parts

Your vehicle has several convenientstorage areas:Glove boxConsole compartmentTrunkHowever, carrying too much cargo,or improperly storing it, can affec

−×The maximum load for your vehicleis 400 lbs (185 kg). This figureincludes the total weight of alloccupants, cargo, and accessories.In addition, the

Store or secure all items that couldbe thrown around and hurtsomeone during a crash.Distribute cargo evenly on thefloor of the trunk, placing theheavi

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This section gives you tips onstarting the engine under variousconditions, and how to operate themanual and automatic transmissions.It also includes i

−After everyone has entered thevehicle, be sure the doors are closedand locked.If you sit too close to the steeringwheel or dashboard, you can beserio

Use caution if you ever drive yourvehicleonveryroughorruttedroads. You could damage thesuspension and underbody bybottoming out. Going too fast overpa

Youshoulddothefollowingchecksand adjustments every day beforeyou drive your vehicle.Make sure all windows, mirrors,and outside lights are clean anduno

Apply the parking brake.In cold weather, turn off allelectrical accessories to reducebattery drain.Push the clutch pedal down all theway. START (III)

The manual transmission issynchronized in all forward gears forsmooth operation. It has a lockout soyou cannot shift directly from Fifthto Reverse ins

If you exceed the maximum speedfor the gear you are in, the enginespeed will enter into the tachometer’sred zone. If this occurs, you may feelthe engi

With the clutch pedal pressed,move the shift lever to the first/second gear side of the Neutralgate, then shift to Reverse.If you are still unable to

These indicators on the instrumentpanel show which position the shiftlever is in. The illuminated numbernext to the ‘‘M’’ indicator shows youthe gear

−−−−CONTINUEDDo this:Press the brake pedal andpush the release button.Push the release button.Move the lever.To shift from:PtoRRtoPNtoR3/M to 22to11to

−Pressfirmlyonthebrakepedalwhen you are stopped in Drive, 3/M,2, 1, N or Reverse. Never press onthe accelerator pedal at the sametime.Forfasteracceler

−−If you try to manually downshift at aspeed that would cause the engine toexceed the redline in the lower gear,the transmission will not downshift.If

Adjust the driver’s seat-back to acomfortable, upright position,leaving ample space between yourchest and the airbag cover in thecenter of the steerin

Push down on the key while youpressthereleasebuttonontheshift lever and move the shift leverout of Park to Neutral.Do this if pushing on the brake ped

If your vehicle has an automatictransmission, set the parking brakebefore you put the transmission inPark. This keeps the vehicle frommoving and putti

Check the brakes after drivingthrough deep water. Apply thebrakes moderately to see if they feelnormal. If not, apply them gently andfrequently until

＊＊If the ABS indicator comes on, theanti-lock function of the brakingsystem has shut down. The brakesstill work like a conventional system,but without

When driving on a loose or slipperyroad surface, you may notice that theengine does not respond to theaccelerator in the same way it doesat other time

The TCS turns on every time youstart the engine, even if you turned itoff the last time you drove thevehicle.This indicator comes on or flashesunder t

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This section explains why it isimportant to keep your vehicle wellmaintained and how to follow basicmaintenance safety precautions...

To eliminate potential hazards, readthe instructions before you begin,and make sure you have the toolsand skills required.Donot run the engine unlessi

−−The maintenance schedule assumesyou will use your vehicle as normaltransportation for your passengerand possessions. You should alsofollow these rec

Position the lap part of the belt aslow as possible across your hips,then pull up on the shoulder part ofthe belt so the lap part fits snugly.This let

−−＃−−−Youshouldcheckthefollowingitems at the specified intervals. Ifyou are unsure of how to performany check, turn to the appropriatepage listed.Engi

＃＊＃＃＃＊139Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given).miles x 1,000km x 1,0001524Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or every 1 ye

＃＃＃＊＃＊＃＊＊140Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given).miles x 1,000km x 1,00015243048457275120135216Check oil and coolant

(for Normal and Severe Schedules)CONTINUEDMaintenance RecordMaintenance1413,750 mi7,500 mi11,250 mi15,000 mi18,750 mi22,500 mi26,250 mi30,000 mi33,750

(for Normal and Severe Schedules)Maintenance Record14263,750 mi67,500 mi71,250 mi75,000 mi78,750 mi82,500 mi86,250 mi90,000 mi93,750 mi97,500 mi101,25

(for Normal and Severe Schedules)Maintenance RecordMaintenance143123,750 mi127,500 mi131,250 mi135,000 mi138,750 mi142,500 mi146,250 mi150,000 mi198,0

Fluid Locations144BRAKE FLUID(Gray Cap)CLUTCH FLUID(Gray Cap)AUTOMATICTRANSMISSIONFLUID DIPSTICK(Yellow Loop)EXPANSIONTANK CAPENGINE OIL FILLCAPWASHER

Oil is major contributor to yourengine’s performance and longevity.Always use a premium-gradedetergent oil displaying the APICertification Seal. This

An oil with a viscosity of 10W-30 ispreferred for optimum fuel economyand year-round protection in yourvehicle. You may use a 5W-30 oil ifthe temperat

Refill the engine with therecommended oil.Engine oil change capacity(including filter):Let the engine run for severalminutes, then check the drain bol

After occupants have adjusted theirseats and put on seat belts, it is veryimportant that they continue to situpright, well back in their seats, withth

If Honda antifreeze/coolant is notavailable, you may use anothermajor-brand non-silicate coolant as atemporaryreplacement.Makesureitis a high-quality

When the radiator and engine arecool, relieve any pressure in thecooling system by turning theexpansion tank capcounterclockwise, withoutpressing down

Check the level in the windshieldwasher reservoir at least monthlyduring normal use.The windshield washer reservoir islocated in the front compartment

If the level is below the lowermark, add fluid into the filler holeto bring it to the upper mark.Check the fluid level with the engineat normal operat

Check the fluid level with thetransmission at normal operatingtemperature and the vehicle sittingon level ground. Remove thetransmission filler bolt,

Check the fluid level in thereservoirs monthly.The fluid level should be betweentheMINandMAXmarksonthesideof the reservoir. If the level is at orbelow

−−The timing belt should be replacedat the intervals shown in themaintenance schedule.Replace the belt at 60,000 miles(100,000 km) if you regularly dr

Open the hood.Remove the electrical connectorfrom the bulb by squeezing theconnector to unlock the tab, thenslide the connector off the bulb.Remove th

Remove the socket from theheadlight assembly by turning itone-quarter turn counterclockwise.Pull the bulb straight out of itssocket.Install the new bu

Remove the bulb by pushing it inslightly and turning itcounterclockwise.Install the new bulb into thesocket.Insert the socket back into theheadlight a

If you are pregnant, the best way toprotect yourself and your unbornchild when driving or riding in avehicle is to always wear a seat belt,and keep th

Remove the socket from thetaillight assembly by turning itone-quarter turn counterclockwiseand pulling it outward.If the turn signal light bulb, back-

The driver’s floor mat that camewith your vehicle hooks over thefloor mat anchor. This keeps thefloor mat from sliding forward andpossibly interfering

−Disconnect the blade assemblyfromthewiperarmbypushinginthe lock tab. Hold the lock tab inwhile you push the blade assemblytoward the base of the arm.

Remove the blade from its holderby grasping the tabbed end of theblade. Pull firmly until the tabscome out of the holder.Examine the new wiper blades.

To safely operate your vehicle, yourtires must be the proper type andsize, in good condition with adequatetread, and correctly inflated.The following

The following chart shows therecommended cold tire pressures formost normal and high-speed drivingconditions.Front:Rear:Thecompactsparetirepressureis:

In addition to proper inflation,correct wheel alignment helps todecrease tire wear. If you find a tireis worn unevenly, have your dealercheck the whee

The tires that came on your vehiclewere designed and constructed toprovide superior grip duringacceleration, braking, and cornering.As a trade-off, th

＋Wheels:Tires:Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘AllSeason’’ on the sidewall have an all-weather tread design suitable formost winter driving conditions.For th

When installing cables, follow themanufacturer’s instructions, andmount them as tight as you can.Make sure they are not contactingthe brake lines or s

If they do, theycould be very seriously injured in acrash.Devices intended to improveoccupant comfort or reposition theshoulder part of a seat belt ca

−Check the condition of the batterymonthlybylookingatthetestindicator window. The label on thebattery explains the test indicator’scolors.Check the te

If you need to park your vehicle foran extended period (more than onemonth), there are several things youshould do to prepare it for storage.Proper pr

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This section covers the morecommon problems that motoristsexperience with their vehicles. Itgives you information about how tosafely evaluate the prob

If you have a flat tire while driving,stop in a safe place to change it.Drive slowly along the shoulder untilyou get to an exit or an area to stopthat

Open the trunk (see page ). Liftthe cover; remove the jack, wheelnut wrench, extension, air pump,pressure gauge, and screwdriverfrom the trunk. The to

Remove the cigarette lighter fromits socket and plug the power cordend into the socket. Make sure thekey is in the ignition switch atLOCK (0).Loosen e

Use the extension and the wheelnut wrench as shown to raise thevehicle until the flat tire is off theground.Remove the wheel nuts, thenremove the flat

Before you put on the foldingspare tire, wipe any dirt off themounting surface of the wheel andhub with a clean cloth. This willassure a tight, even c

CONTINUEDReach into the vehicle and turnthe ignition switch toACCESSORY (I). This will startthe air pump to inflate the tire.After about five minutes,

Both seat belts have an emergencylocking retractor. In normal driving,the retractor lets you move freely inyour seat while it keeps sometensiononthebe

When finished, reach in and turnthe ignition switch to LOCK (0).Unplug the air pump power cord.Screw the valve cap on the valvetightly with your hands

CONTINUEDTighten the wheel nuts securely inthe same crisscross pattern. Havethe wheel nut torque checked atthe nearest automotive servicefacility.Tigh

Before returning the folding sparetire to its compartment, you must letout all the air. It will fold back to itsoriginal space saving shape.Thefolding

Removethefoldingsparetireandinstall the original tire and wheelnuts. Lower the vehicle andtighten the wheel nuts securely ina crisscross pattern.Tight

Use the folding spare tire as atemporary replacement only. Getyour regular tire replaced and put iton your vehicle as soon as you can.Follow these pre

The folding spare tire has a shortertread life than a regular tire. Replaceit when you can see the tread wearindicator bars. The spare tire is notdesi

Diagnosing why the engine won’tstart falls into two areas, dependingon what you hear when you turn thekey to START (III):You hear nothing, or almostno

If the headlights dim noticeably orgo out when you try to start theengine, either the battery is dis-charged or the connections arecorroded. Check the

Open the rear window and enginecover. Locate the enginecompartment fuse box on thedriver’s side of the compartment.Removethefuseboxcover.To jump start

＋−Connect one jumper cable to theJUMP START terminal in the fusebox. Connect the other end to thepositive ( ) terminal on thebooster battery.Connect t

For safety, you should check thecondition of your seat belts regularly.Acura provides a lifetime warrantyon seat belts for U.S. models. Seeyourbooklet

If your vehicle overheats, you shouldtake immediate action. The onlyindicationmaybethetemperaturegauge climbing to or above the redmark. Or you may se

If the expansion tank needscoolant, you will have to removethecap.Beforedoingthat,turnthe ignition switch to ON (II), andcheck the temperature gauge.R

Safely pull off the road, and shutoff the engine. Turn on the hazardwarning indicators.Let the vehicle sit for a minute.Open the engine compartment,an

If your vehicle’s battery has beendisconnected or gone dead, thesecodes are erased. It takes at leastthree days of driving under variousconditions to

However, if the brake pedal does notfeel normal, you should takeimmediate action. A problem in onepart of the system’s dual circuitdesign will still g

The engine compartment fuse box isnext to the air cleaner housing. Toopen it, push the tab as shown.If something electrical in yourvehicle stops worki

Turn the ignition switch to LOCK(0). Make sure the headlights andall other accessories are off.Remove the cover from the fusebox.Check each of the lar

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If your vehicle needs to be towed,call a professional towing service ororganization. Never tow your vehiclewith just a rope or chain. It is verydanger

This Owner’s Manual should beconsidered a permanent part of thevehicle and should remain with thevehicle when it is sold.This Owner’s Manual covers al

The dealer should also inspect theanchors for damage and replacethem if needed. If the automatic seatbelt tensioners activate during acrash, they must

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Thediagramsinthissectiongiveyou the dimensions and capacities ofyour vehicle, and the locations of theidentification numbers. It alsoincludes informat

Your vehicle has several identifyingnumbers located in various places.The vehicle identification number(VIN) is the 17-digit number yourdealer uses to

The transmission number is on alabel on top of the transmission.The Engine Number is stamped onthe back left corner of the engineblock, below the rear

＊＊＊＊＋−＊＊＊＊＊＊＊Specifications202DimensionsEngineCapacitiesWeights174.2 in (4,425 mm)71.3 in (1,810 mm)46.1 in (1,170 mm)99.6 in (2,530 mm)59.4 in (1,510

−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−＊＊SpecificationsTechnical Information203LightsAir ConditioningBatteryFusesAlignmentTires60 W (HB3)12 V0°20’1°30’215/40R17 83Y255/40

−The tires on your vehicle meet allU.S. Federal Safety Requirements.All tires are also graded fortreadwear, traction, and temperatureperformance accor

− Warning: The temperature grade forthis tire is established for a tire thatis properly inflated and not over-loaded. Excessive speed, underinfla-tion

−−−−−−−−−−−−Rim diameter in inches.Load index (a numerical codeassociated with the maximumload the tire can carry).Speed symbol (analphabetical code i

＊＊The burning of gasoline in yourvehicle’s engine produces several by-products. Some of these are carbonmonoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen(NOx), and hy

Your airbag system includes:Automatic seat belt tensioners(see page ).Sensors that can detect amoderate to severe frontalcollision.Two SRS (Supplement

The exhaust emissions controlsinclude five systems: PGM-FI,ignition timing control, exhaust gasrecirculation, secondary air injectionsystem and three

The three way catalytic convertercontains precious metals that serveas catalysts, promoting chemicalreactions to convert the exhaustgasses without aff

If the testing facility determines thatthe readiness codes are not set, youwill be requested to return at a laterdate to complete the test. If you mus

...Customer Service Information . 212...Warranty Coverages . 213Reporting Safety Defects...(U.S. Vehicles) .

U.S. Owners:Canadian Owners:Acura dealership personnel aretrained professionals. They shouldbe able to answer all your questions.If you encounter a pr

−−−−−−−−−covers your new vehicle, except forthe battery, emissions controlsystems, and accessories, againstdefects in materials andworkmanship.these t

If NHTSA receives similarcomplaints, it may open aninvestigation, and if it finds that asafety defect exists in a group ofvehicles, it may order a rec

−−−＊＊＊＊２００５ＡＣＵThe publications shown below can be purchased from HelmIncorporated. You can order in any of three ways:Detach and mail the order form o

−−−ＳＨＩＰＴＯＰＡＹＭＥＮＴThis manual covers maintenance and recommendedprocedures for repair to engine and chassis components.It is written for the journeyman

CONTINUED...Accessories . 111ACCESSORY (Ignition Key...Position) . 57...

During a frontal crash, your seat beltrestrains your lower body and torso,and the airbag helps protect yourhead and chest.This can occur if the severi

...Operation . 89...CAUTION, Explanation of . ii...CD Care . 97..

CONTINUEDDownshifting, Manual...Transmission . 121...Driver and Passenger Safety . 5...

...Low Fuel Indicator . 46...Octane Requirement . 104...Oxygenated . 104...

CONTINUED...Inflation, Proper Tire . 162...Recommended Pressures . 163...Inside Mirror . 71...

＊Oil...Change, How to . 146...Change, When to . 139...Checking Engine . 107...

＊＊CONTINUED...Taillights, Changing Bulbs . 157.Taking Care of the Unexpected . 171...Safety Belts . 8, 16...

＊...Vehicle Capacity Load . 114...Vehicle Dimensions . 202...Vehicle Identification Number . 200...

＊＊...WARNING, Explanation of . ii...Warning Labels, Location of . 37...Warranty Coverages . 213Washer, Windshield...

Service Information SummaryAutomatic Transmission Fluid:Fuel Tank Capacity:Gasoline:Recommended Engine Oil:SpareTirePressure:Tire Pressure (measured c

If the indicator comes on at anyother time, or does not come on at all,you should have the system checkedby your dealer. For example:If the indicator

Together, airbags andseat belts provide the bestprotection.Tampering could causethe airbags to deploy, possiblycausing very serious injury.Additional

−−−Children depend on adults to protectthem. However, despite their bestintentions, many adults do not knowhow to protect childpassengers.If you ever

−The National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration and TransportCanada recommend that all childrenage 12 and under be properlyrestrained in a back sea

−To remind you of the passenger’sairbag hazards, your vehicle haswarninglabelsonthedashboard(U.S. models) and on the driver’s andpassenger’s visors. P

−During a crash, thebelt could press deep into the childand cause serious or fatal injuries.If they do, theycould be very seriously injured in acrash.

Because an inflating airbag canseriously injure or kill small children,we recommend that you do not carrya small child as a passenger in thisvehicle.I

As you read this manual, you willfind information that is preceded bya symbol. Thisinformation is intended to help youavoid damage to your Acura, othe

To provide proper protection, a childseat should meet threerequirements:Look for FMVSS213 or CMVSS 213 on the box.Before purchasing a child seat, orus

With the child seat in position,route the belt through the childseat according to the seat maker’sinstructions, then insert the latchplate into the bu

To remove slack, it may help toputweightonthechildseat,orpush on the back of the seat whilepulling up on the belt.To deactivate the lockingmechanism a

Adjust the passenger’s seat andseat-back as far forward aspossible to make room.A child seat with a tether can beinstalled in the passenger’s seat,usi

When a child reaches therecommended weight or height limitfor a forward-facing child seat, thechild should sit in a back seat on abooster seat and wea

A child who has outgrown a forward-facing child seat should use abooster seat until the lap/shoulderbelt fits them properly without thebooster.Do the

As noted earlier, the NationalHighway Traffic SafetyAdministration and TransportCanada recommend that all childrenage 12 and under ride properlyrestra

This could result inserious neck injuries during a crash.This could causevery serious injuries during a crash.It also increases the chance that thechi

Your vehicle’s exhaust containscarbon monoxide gas. You shouldhave no problem with carbonmonoxide entering the vehicle innormal driving if you maintai

These labels are in the locationsshown. They warn you of potentialhazards that could cause seriousinjury. Read these labels carefully.If a label comes

−−−−−−Your safety, and the safety of others,is very important. And operating thisvehicle safely is an importantresponsibility.To help you make informe

Safety Labels38EXPANSION TANK CAPMain MenuTable of Contents

This section gives information aboutthe controls and displays thatcontribute to the daily operation ofyour vehicle. All the essentialcontrols are with

Component Locations40HOOD REAR WINDOW ENGINE COVER TRUNK LIDTRUNKENGINE COMPARTMENT TOOLS, JACK, AIR PUMP,PRESSURE GAUGEFUEL FILL DOORFOLDING SPARE TI

Control LocationsInstruments and Controls41HEADLIGHTSWITCHHOOD RELEASEHANDLEPOWER WINDOWSWITCHESMIRROR CONTROLSTRUNK RELEASEBUTTONFUEL FILL DOORRELEAS

＊＊＊The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.Instrument Panel42TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM(TCS) INDICA

The instrument panel has manyindicators to give you importantinformation about your vehicle. This indicator flashes for severalseconds when you turn t

This indicator has two functions:If it remains lit after you fullyrelease the parking brake whilethe engine is running, or if itcomes on while driving

The appropriate indicator comes onin this monitor if the trunk, the roofpanel, the rear window, or eitherdoor is not closed tightly. If a brakelight d

This indicator comes on when youturn the ignition switch to ON (II)with the headlight switch off and theparking brake set. It should go off ifyouturno

The odometer shows the totaldistance your vehicle has beendriven. It measures miles in U.S.models and kilometers in Canadianmodels. It is illegal unde

Your Vehicle at a GlanceYour Vehicle at a Glance3HEADLIGHTSWITCHHOOD RELEASEHANDLEDOOR LOCKSWITCHPOWER WINDOWSWITCHESMIRRORCONTROLSTRUNKRELEASEBUTTONA

This shows the engine’s oil pressurein hundred kilopascal (x 100 kPa).This pressure varies with enginespeed and temperature. If the oilpressure falls

Steering Column ControlsInstruments and Controls49INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESSTILT ADJUSTMENTHORNBUTTONSTURN SIGNALSHEADLIGHTSWINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS

−−−−−−−−Turntherotaryswitchattheendofthe lever or push down or pull thelever to select a position.The wipers are not activated.The wipers run at high

−−●−Push down on theleft lever to signal a left turn and upto signal a right turn. To signal a lanechange, push lightly on the lever andhold it. The l

The knob on the dashboard behindthe left pod controls the brightnessof the instrument panel lights. Pushthe knob to get it to pop out. Turnthe knob to

The defogger and antenna wires onthe inside of the rear window can beaccidentally damaged. Whencleaning the glass, always wipe sideto side.Make sure t

Move the steering wheel so itpoints toward your chest, nottoward your face. Make sure youcan see the instrument panelgauges and the indicators. Releas

Youshouldalsoreceiveasmallcasecontaining a learning key. It is usedby your dealer to code replacementkeys to your vehicle’s ImmobilizerSystem. It must

Do not attempt to alter this systemor add other devices to it. Electricalproblems could result that may makeyour vehicle undriveable.If the system rep

−−−−The ignition switch has fourpositions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY(I), ON (II), and START (III).If the front wheels are turned, theanti-theft lock may mak

Your Vehicle at a Glance4INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESSHEADLIGHTSREAR WINDOWDEFOGGERTURN SIGNALSWINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERSTELESCOPE ADJUSTMENTTILT ADJUSTM

Both doors will lock when you usethe key to lock either door from theoutside. Unlocking the driver’s doorwith the key unlocks only that door.Unlocking

To open the trunk, press the trunkrelease button on the driver’s door.You can also use the master key toopen the trunk lock.To close the trunk, press

−−−Press this button once tolock both doors. Some exterior andinterior lights will flash. When youpush LOCK twice within 5 seconds,you will hear a bee

−If it takes several pushes on thebutton to lock or unlock the doors,replace the battery as soon aspossible.To replace the battery, place a clothon th

−The power seats in your vehicle areadjusted with the two switches onthe outside of the seat bottom.Push the front switch forward orbackward to adjust

CONTINUEDTurn the ignition switch to ON (II)to raise or lower either window. Toopen the window, push the switchdownandholdit.Releasetheswitchwhen you

−The master control panel also con-tains these extra features:To open the driver’s window onlypartially, push the window switchdown lightly and hold i

CONTINUEDYour vehicle’s roof panel has a singlerelease handle on each side, makingit easy to remove and install. Whennot in use, the roof panel can be

Stand just behind the driver’s door.Reach under the rear edge of thewindow and raise it. It will stay upby itself.Pull up the roof cover release lever

Lift the roof straight up off thevehicle. Since the roof must go inthe holder backwards, it isrecommended that you carry itaround to the opposite side

−This section gives you importantinformation about how to protectyourself and your passenger. Itshows you how to use seat belts. Itexplains how your a

Remove the roof from the holderby pulling it up slightly, then back.Make sure the roof panel releaselevers are in the unlocked (down)position.If the w

Set the roof in place on the vehicle.Make sure all four corners aresitting flush with the vehicle body.Secure the roof by turning eachrelease lever un

Dust is the main cause of creaks orother sounds coming from the roof.Regularly clean the roof panel andbody seals with glass cleaner and asoft cloth.E

When the seals are new, the glasswill seal more tightly if you openthe door slightly before closingthe window.Never store any items other thanthe roof

Push the appropriate edge of theadjustment switch to move themirrorright,left,up,ordown.When you finish, move theselector switch to the center (off)po

Interior Convenience ItemsInstruments and Controls73CIGARETTE LIGHTERCOIN HOLDERBEVERAGE HOLDERCONSOLE COMPARTMENTCLOCK GLOVE BOXASHTRAYMain MenuTable

To open the console compartment,lift the tab on the left edge.The beverage holder is located in therear half of the console compartmentlid. To use the

The clock displays the time with theignition switch ON (II). To see thetime with the ignition off, press andhold the DISPLAY button.To set the clock:T

The interior light has a three-position switch; ON, Door Activated,and OFF. In the Door Activated(center) position, the light comes onwhen you:The int

The standard audio system hasmany features. This section de-scribes those features and how touse them. (If you selected anoptional audio system, refer

−You’ll find many safetyrecommendations throughout thissection, and throughout this manual.Therecommendationsonthispageare the ones we consider to be

Vents, Heating, and A/C78TEMPERATURECONTROL DIALFULLY-AUTOMATICOPERATIONAUTO BUTTONTo turn climatecontrol onRECIRCULATED AIRFRESH AIRU.S. model shownT

Use the MODE button to select thevents the air flows from. Some airwill flow from the dashboard cornervents in all modes. Each time youpress the MODE

When button is pressed, theindicator in the button comes on andthe air flows from the defrostervents at the base of the windshield.This overrides any

Air conditioning, as it cools, removesmoisture from the air. When used incombination with the heater, itmakes the interior warm and dry.This setting i

Press the AUTO button.Set the desired temperature byturning the temperature controldial. You will see FULL AUTO inthe system’s display.The system auto

Theclimatecontrolsystemhastwosensors. A sunlight sensor is in thetop of the dashboard, and atemperature sensor is in the centerconsole. Do not cover t

Playing the Radio84PRESET BUTTONSPRESET BUTTONSSEEK BARON/OFF BUTTONVOLUME DIALSTEREO INDICATORAM/FM/CD BUTTON TUNE DIALAUTO SELECT BUTTONMain MenuTab

−−−▲▼The ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.Turn the system on by pushing theON/OFF button. The power antennawill extend.

−−−−If you aretraveling far from home and can nolonger receive your preset stations,you can use the auto select feature tofind stations in the local a

Those bands cover these frequen-cies:AM band: 530 to 1,710 kilohertzFM band: 87.7 to 107.9 megahertzThe radio can receive the completeAM and FM bands.

Your vehicle is equipped with manyfeatures that work together toprotect you and your passengerduring a crash.Some features do not require anyaction on

Radio signals, especially on the FMband, are deflected by large objectssuch as buildings and hills. Yourradio then receives both the directsignal from

Playing a TapeFeatures89PLAY BUTTONSCAN BUTTONREPLAY BUTTON REPEAT BUTTONSKIP BUTTONDOLBY BUTTONMETAL INDICATORREW BUTTONTAPE DIRECTION INDICATORAM/FM

＊−−▲＊Make sure the radio is ON. Insertthe cassette with the open side of thetape facing right. Push the tape mostof the way into the slot. The systemw

−−−Press the REPEAT(Preset 3) button to continuouslyplay a song or passage. The indicatorin the button lights and stays on. Thetrack will repeat until

After 50 hours of use, the CLEANindicator comes on to remind you toclean the cassette drive. Aftercleaning the drive, turn off theCLEAN indicator by p

Playing DiscsFeatures93SCAN BUTTONPROG BUTTONREPEAT BUTTONON/OFF BUTTONAM/FM/CDBUTTONAUTO SELECTBUTTONMain MenuTable of Contents

Press the lock lever down, pivotthe changer downward.Reinstall the tray in the magazine.Repeat this procedure for theother five trays.Slide the lid to

−−−Store the magazine in the changer.Pivot the changer upward to itsupright position. Make sure thelocklever is securely locked.Secure the CD changer

−−−−To turn the system completely off,press the ON/OFF button.To move rapidly within a track, pressandholdthePreset8buttontomoveforward or the Preset

−−−−When using CD-R or CD-RW discs,use only high quality discs labeledfor audio use.When recording a CD-R or CD-RW, the recording must be closedfor it