Acura 2006 RSX - Owner's Manual User Manual

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

−＋To select the CD changer, press theCD button. The CD and tracknumbers will be displayed. To selecta different CD, use the preset 5(DISC ) or preset

Message CauseIf you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a CD, find thecause in the chart to the right. If youcannot clear the error messa

Message CauseIf you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a CD, find thecause in the chart to the right. If youcannot clear the error messa

Playing a Tape102SKIP BARCD/TAPE BUTTONTAPE DIRECTION INDICATORREW BUTTONPLAY/PROG BUTTONFF BUTTONDOLBY BUTTONDOLBYINDICATORREPEATBUTTONAM/FM BUTTONAl

▲−＊＊The ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II)position. Make sure the open side ofthetapeisfacingright,theninsertthetapemostofthew

−−Press button to findthe beginning of the current song orpassage. Press button to findthe beginning of the next song orpassage. When the system reach

If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected or goes dead, you willneed to set the clock.Press and hold the CLOCK button.ChangethehourbypressingtheHbutton

Playing the Radio106PRESET BUTTONSSCAN INDICATORFM BUTTONSEEK BUTTONSPOWER/VOLUME KNOBSCAN BUTTONAUTO SELECT BUTTONSTEREO INDICATORAM BUTTONTUNE/MODE

−−−○○＋−The ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.Turn the system on by pressing thePWR/VOL knob, or the AM or FMbutton. Adju

−−Each preset button canstore one frequency on AM and twofrequencies on FM.Select the desired band, AM orFM. FM1 and FM2 let you storetwo frequencies

Your vehicle is equipped with seatbelts in all seating positions.However, you and your passengerscan’t take full advantage of thesefeatures unless you

−−Press the MODE (TUNE) knobrepeatedly to display the Bass (BAS),Treble (TRE), Balance (BAL), andFader (FAD) setting.Eachmodeisshowninthedisplayasit c

Playing a Tape110FF BUTTONPLAY BUTTONPROG BUTTONREW BUTTONPOWER/VOLUMEKNOBDOLBY INDICATORTAPE DIRECTION INDICATORAM BUTTONREPEAT BUTTONTAPE EJECT BUTT

＊▲−＊Dolby noise reduction turns onwhen you insert a tape. Theindicator will come on in thedisplay. If the tape was not recordedin Dolby, turn it off b

−○○−−＋Press the button to findthe beginning of the current song orpassage. Press the button to findthe beginning of the next song orpassage. When the

Playing a DiscFeatures113LOAD BUTTONSKIP BUTTONSREPEAT BUTTONCD BUTTONFM BUTTONAM BUTTONRANDOM BUTTONPOWER/VOLUMEKNOBCD SLOTREPEAT INDICATORRANDOM IND

−−○○○○＋−＋−With the ignition in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position,insert a CD into the CD slot. Thedrive will pull the CD in the rest ofthe way and

To load multiple CDs in oneoperation:Press and hold the load buttonuntil you see ‘‘LOAd’’ in thedisplay, then release the button.Insert the CD into th

−To load a single CD:Press and release the load button.When the CD number for anempty position starts to blink andthe green CD loaded indicatorcomeson

○○○○−−＋−＋−To move rapidly within a track, pressand hold the appropriate SKIPbutton. You will hear a beep and thesystem will continue to move. Pressthe

To remove the CD that is currentlyplaying, press the eject button. Youwill see ‘‘EJEC’’ in the display. Whenyou remove the CD from the slot,the system

Help keep you from being thrownagainst the inside of the vehicleand against other occupants.Keep you from being thrown outof the vehicle.Help keep you

Message CauseIf you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a CD, find thecause in the chart to the right. If youcannot clear the error messa

If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected or goes dead, you willneed to set the clock.Press and hold the CLOCK button.ChangethehourbypressingtheHbutton

When a CD is not being played, storeit in its case to protect it from dustand other contamination. To preventwarpage, keep CDs out of directsunlight a

Thetapeplayerpicksupdirtandoxides from the tape. Thiscontamination build up over time andcauses the sound quality to degrade.To prevent this, you shou

Your vehicle’s radio can receive thecomplete AM and FM bands.Those bands cover these frequen-cies:AM band: 530 to 1,710 kilohertzFM band: 87.7 to 107.

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

If you make a mistake entering thecode, do not start over; complete thefive-digit sequence, then enter thecorrect code. You have 10 tries toenter the

The security system helps to protectyour vehicle and valuables from theft.The horn sounds and a combinationof headlights, parking lights, sidemarker l

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

Press and release the SET/decelbuttononthesteeringwheel.TheCRUISE CONTROL indicator onthe instrument panel comes on toshow the system is now activated

The most important things you needto know about your airbags are:They are designed to supplementthe seat belts.To dotheir job, airbags must inflate wi

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

Pressing the cruise control masterswitch turns the system completelyoff and erases the previous cruisingspeed.When you push the CANCEL button,or tap t

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

Your vehicle is designed to give youoptimum handling and performanceon well-maintained roads. As part ofthis design, your vehicle has aminimum of grou

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

Remove the fuel fill cap slowly.You may hear a hissing sound aspressure inside the tank escapes.Put the attachment on the fuel fillcap into the slit o

Park the vehicle, and set theparking brake. Pull the hoodrelease handle located under thelower left corner of the dashboard.The hood will pop up sligh

Pull the support rod out of its clip,and insert the end into thedesignated hole in the hood.To close the hood, lift it up slightly toremove the suppor

Wait a few minutes after turning theengine off before you check the oil.Remove the dipstick again, andcheck the level. It should bebetween the upper a

Always drive in the highest gearpossible.Try to maintain a constant speed.Everytimeyouslowdownandspeed up, your vehicle uses extrafuel. Use cruise con

−After everyone has entered thevehicle, be sure the doors are closedand locked.Adjust the driver’s seat as far to therear as possible while allowing y

Your dealer has Acura accessoriesthat allow you to personalize yourvehicle. These accessories havebeen designed and approved for yourvehicle, and are

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

Your vehicle has several convenientstorage areas:Glove boxDoor and seat-back pocketsCargo areaHowever, carrying too much cargo,or improperly storing i

−×The maximum load for your vehicleis 700 lbs (325 kg). This figureincludes the total weight of alloccupants, cargo, accessories, andthe tongue weight

Store or secure all items that couldbe thrown around and hurtsomeone during a crash.If you carry large items thatprevent you from closing thehatch, ex

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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

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 reducethe drain on the battery.Push the clutch pedal down all theway.Ma

The manual transmission issynchronized in all forward gears forsmooth operation. It has a lockout soyou cannot shift directly from fifth toreverse. Wh

The National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration and TransportCanada recommend that driversallow at least 10 inches (25 cm)between the center of the

Drive in the highest gear that letsthe engine run and acceleratesmoothly. This will give you the bestfuel economy and effective emis-sions control. Th

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.To shift from any position, move theshiftlever.YoucannotshiftoutofPar

−−−−−This position mechani-cally locks the transmission. UsePark whenever you are turning off orstarting the engine. To shift out ofPark, you must pre

−＋−Withthe shift lever in ‘‘D’’ position, youcan select the Sequential SportShiftMode to shift gears; much like amanual transmission, but without aclu

→→→−−→−− →→→→The transmission may automaticallydownshift from the higher gear tothe lower gear under the followingconditions:The vehicle speeds drops

→→→→To shift from21324354Speed rangeunder 31 mph(50 km/h)under 63 mph(100 km/h)under 94 mph(150 km/h)under 131 mph(210 km/h)When you are in Sequential

Do this if pushing on the brake pedaldoes not shift the transmission out ofPark:Set the parking brake.Push down on the key while youmove the shift lev

Always use the parking brake whenyou park your vehicle. Make surethe parking brake is set firmly oryour vehicle may roll if it is parkedon an incline.

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

Position the lap part of the belt aslow as possible across your hips,then pull up on the shoulder part ofthebeltsothelappartfitssnugly.This lets your

The anti-lock brake system (ABS)helps prevent the brakes fromlocking up, and helps you retainsteering control by pumping thebrakes rapidly, much faste

Your vehicle has been designed toprimarily carry passengers and theircargo. You can also use it to tow atrailer if you carefully observe theload limit

CONTINUEDThe best way to confirm that vehicleand trailer weights are within limitsis to have them checked at a publicscale.Using a suitable scale or a

If you choose electric brakes, besure they are electrically actuated.Do not attempt to tap into yourvehicle’s hydraulic system. Nomatter how successfu

Many states and Canadian provincesrequire special outside mirrors whentowing a trailer. Even if they don’t,you should install special mirrors ifyou ca

Maketurnsmoreslowlyandwiderthan normal. The trailer tracks asmaller arc than your vehicle, and itcanhitorrunoversomethingthevehicle misses. Allow more

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

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 passengers andtheir possessions. You should alsofollow these r

−−−−−＃−We recommend the use of genuineAcura parts and fluids whenever youhave maintenance done.Engine oil level Check everytime you fill the fuel tank

If a seat belt does not seem to workproperly, it may not protect theoccupant in a crash.This could causevery serious injuries in a crash.Using a seatb

＊＃＃＃＊Follow the Normal MaintenanceSchedule if the severe drivingconditions specified in the SevereConditions Maintenance Schedule onthe next page do n

＊＊＃−＃＃＊＊Follow the Severe MaintenanceSchedule if you drive your vehicleMAINLY under one or more of thefollowing conditions:Driving less than 5 miles (

(for Normal and Severe Schedules)CONTINUEDMaintenance RecordMaintenance1715,000 mi10,000 mi15,000 mi20,000 mi25,000 mi30,000 mi35,000 mi40,000 mi45,00

(for Normal and Severe Schedules)Maintenance Record17285,000 mi90,000 mi95,000 mi100,000 mi105,000 mi110,000 mi115,000 mi120,000 mi125,000 mi130,000 m

Fluid LocationsMaintenance173ENGINE OILFILL CAP(Black cap)POWER STEERINGFLUID (Red cap)ENGINE COOLANTRESERVOIRRADIATOR CAPBRAKE FLUID(Gray cap)AUTOMAT

Make sure the API Certification Sealsays ‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’The oil’s viscosity or weight isprovided on the container’s label.5W-20 oil is formu

−Always change the oil and filteraccording to the recommendations inthe maintenance schedule. The oiland filter collect contaminants thatcan damage yo

Open the hood, and remove theengine oil fill cap. Remove the oildrain bolt and washer from thebottom of the engine. Drain the oilinto an appropriate c

CONTINUEDLet the engine run for severalminutes, then check the drain boltand oil filter for leaks.Replace the engine oil fill cap.Start the engine. Th

If the reserve tank is completelyempty, you should also check thecoolant level in the radiator.When the radiator and engine arecool, relieve any press

When driving, remember to situpright and adjust the seat as farback as possible while allowing fullcontrol of the vehicle. When ridingas a front passe

CONTINUEDCheck the fluid level in thewindshield washer reservoir atleast monthly during normal use.Check the fluid level with the engineat normal oper

Insert the dipstick all the way backinto the transmission securely asshown in the illustration.The transmission should be drainedand refilled with new

Check the fluid level in thereservoirs monthly.Replace the brake fluid according tothe time recommendation in themaintenance schedule.Always use Acura

Manual Transmission onlyThe fluid level should be betweentheMINandMAXmarksonthesideof the reservoir. If the level is at orbelow the MIN mark, your bra

Pour the fluid slowly and carefully soyou do not spill any. Clean up anyspill immediately; it could damagecomponents in the enginecompartment.Always u

Theheadlightswereproperlyaimedwhen your vehicle was new. If youregularly carry heavy items in thecargo area or pull a trailer,readjustment may be requ

Install the rubber seal and makesure it is right side up; it is marked‘‘TOP.’’Pull the battery back to its originalposition, then install the bolt in

To change a high beam headlightbulb, remove the electricalconnector from the bulb bypushing on the tab and pulling theconnector down.Remove the bulb b

Insert the socket into theheadlight assembly. Turn itclockwise to lock it in place.Testthelightstomakesurethenew bulb is working.Remove the socket fro

The front side marker light bulb isabove the low beam headlight bulb.Remove the socket from theheadlight assembly by turning itone-quarter turn counte

If a side airbaginflates,acupholderorotherhardobject attached on or near thedoor could be propelled inside thevehicle and hurt someone.If yourhands or

Pull the bulb straight out of itssocket.Push the new bulb straight intothe socket until it bottoms.Insert the socket back into thelight assembly. Turn

Reinstall the socket into the lightassembly by turning it clockwiseuntil it locks.Testthelightstomakesurethenew bulb is working.Install the light asse

If your seat belts get dirty, use a softbrush with a mixture of mild soapand warm water to clean them. Donot use bleach, dye, or cleaningsolvents. Let

Check the condition of the wiperblades at least every six months.Look for signs of cracking in therubber, or areas that are gettinghard. Replace the b

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.

The following pages give moredetailed information on how to takecare of your tires and what to dowhen they need to be replaced.Keeping the tires prope

＊＊＊＊＊＊If you check air pressures when thetires are hot (driven for severalmiles), you will see readings 4 to 6psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3 to 0.4 kgf/cm )hi

We strongly recommend that you donot drive faster than posted speedlimits and conditions allow. If youdecide it is safe to drive at highspeeds (over 1

Your tires have wear indicatorsmolded into the tread. When thetread wears down, you will see aband 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) wide acrossthe tread. This shows

Wheels:Tires:If you ever replace a wheel, makesure that the wheel’s specificationsmatch those of the original wheels.Replacement wheels are available

This owner’s manual should be considered apermanent part of the vehicle and shouldremain with the vehicle when it is sold.This owner’s manual covers a

CONTINUEDTo fasten the belt, insert the latchplate into the buckle, then tug on thebelt to make sure the buckle islatched (see page for how toproperly

＋Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘AllSeason’’ on the sidewall have anall-weather tread design suitablefor most winter driving conditions.For the best perform

−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 1month), there are several things youshould do to prepare it for storage.Proper prep

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

Use the compact spare tire as atemporary replacement only. Getyour regular tire repaired or replaced,and put it back on your vehicle assoon as you can

CONTINUEDIf 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

Lift the bass speaker out of thespare tire and set it aside. Do notpull on the wiring harness going tothe speaker.Take the spare tire out of its well.

CONTINUEDPlace the jack under the jackingpoint. Turn the end bracketclockwise until the top of the jackcontacts the jacking point. Makesure the jackin

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

To deactivate the lockingmechanism, unlatch the buckle andlet the seat belt fully retract. Torefasten the seat belt, pull it out onlyas far as needed.

Store the jack in its holder. Turnthe jack’s end bracket clockwise toraisethejackandlockitinplace.Screw the adapter into the hole inthe spare tire wel

Store the tool kit.Store the wheel cover or centercap in the cargo area. Make sure itwill not get scratched or damaged.When you turn the ignition swit

Turn the ignition switch to theSTART (III) position. If theheadlights do not dim, check thecondition of the fuses. If the fusesareOK,thereisprobablyso

＋＋Although this seems like a simpleprocedure, you should take severalprecautions.To jump start your vehicle:Open the hood, and check thephysical condi

−Keep the ends of the jumper cablesaway from each other and any metalon the vehicle until everything isdisconnected. Otherwise, you maycause an electr

The pointer of the vehicle’stemperature gauge should stay inthe midrange. If it climbs to the redmark, you should determine thereason (hot day, drivin

Look for any obvious coolant leaks,such as a split radiator hose.Everything is still extremely hot,so use caution. If you find a leak, itmust be repai

This indicator should nevercome on when the engine isrunning. If it starts flashing or stayson, the oil pressure has dropped verylow. Serious engine d

If the indicator comes onwhile driving, it means oneof the engine’s emissions controlsystems may have a problem. Eventhough you may feel no difference

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

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

Use a screwdriver or coin toremove the round plug in thecenter of the headliner.Insert the moonroof wrench intothe socket behind this plug. Turnthe wr

The vehicle’s fuses are located intwo fuse boxes. The interior fusebox is underneath the steeringcolumn.The under-hood fuse box is in theengine compar

CONTINUEDCheck each of the large fuses inthe under-hood fuse box bylooking through the top at the wireinside. Removing these fusesrequires a Phillips-

If the replacement fuse of thesame rating blows in a short time,there is probably a seriouselectrical problem with yourvehicle. Leave the blown fuse i

＊＊＊＊＊−−−−＊＊＊CONTINUEDCircuits ProtectedAmps.No.No. Circuits ProtectedAmps.Daytime Running LightsSRSPower MirrorBass SpeakerHeated SeatsFuel PumpAccess

−−−＊＊＊＊Amps. Circuits ProtectedNo.30 A10 A7.5 A20 A10 A20 A15 A20 A7.5 A30 A40 A40 A40 A30 A20 A15 A20 A100 A40 A50 ACondenser fanSmall LightInterior

−−CONTINUEDIf your vehicle needs to be towed,call a professional towing service oran organization. Never tow yourvehicle with just a rope or chain. It

If you decide to tow your vehiclewith all four wheels on the ground,make sure you use a properly-designed and attached tow bar.Prepare the vehicle for

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

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

Your airbag system includes:Two side airbags, one for thedriver and one for a frontpassenger. The airbags are storedin the outer edges of the seat-bac

The transmission number is on alabel on top of the transmission.The engine number is stamped intothe engine block.Identification NumbersTechnical Info

−−＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊Specifications230DimensionsWeightsAir ConditioningCapacitiesEngine172.4 in (4,380 mm)67.9 in (1,725 mm)54.9 in (1,394 mm)HFC-134

−−＊＊＊−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−＊＊＊＊＊＊SpecificationsTechnical Information231Capacities FusesAlignmentBatteryTiresLights0.0in(0mm)0.08 in (2.0 mm)0°30’1.8 US qt (

−Quality grades can be found whereapplicable on the tire sidewallbetween the tread shoulder and themaximum section width. Forexample:The treadwear gra

− Warning: The temperature grade forthis tire is established for a tire thatis properly inflated and notoverloaded. Excessive speed,underinflation, or

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

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

The onboard refueling vaporrecovery (ORVR) system capturesthe fuel vapors during refueling. Thevapors are adsorbed in a canisterfilled with activated

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

If you take your vehicle for a stateemissions test shortly after thebattery has been disconnected orgone dead, it may not pass the test.This is becaus

CONTINUEDAfter inflating, the front airbags willimmediately deflate, so they won’tinterfere with the driver’s visibility,or the ability to steer or op

Customer Relations...Information . 240...Warranty Coverages . 241Reporting Safety Defects...

If you are dissatisfied with thedecision made by the dealership’smanagement, contact the AcuraCustomer Relations Office.U.S. Owners:In Puerto Rico and

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

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

＊＊＊−−−−＊２００６ＡＣＵThe publications shown below can be purchased from HelmIncorporated. You can order in any of three ways:Detach and mail the order form

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

CONTINUED...Accessories . 139ACCESSORY (Ignition Key...Position) . 66...

＊＊＊＊＊...DANGER, Explanation of .ii...Dashboard . 4, 50...Daytime Running Lights . 61Daytime Run

＊CONTINUEDDipstick...Automatic Transmission . 179...Engine Oil . 137...Directional Signal

＊＊...Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 184...Hatch . 68...Opening the . 6

Your front airbags are also dual-threshold airbags. Airbags with thisfeature have two deploymentthresholds that depend on whetheror not the occupant i

＊＊CONTINUED...Keys . 64...Jacking up the Vehicle . 206...

...Moonroof . 79...Closing Manually . 219...Operation . 79.

＊＊CONTINUED...Engine Oil and Filter . 175...Floor Mats . 191...Fuses

＊＊...Starting the Engine . 147In Cold Weather at High...Altitude . 147...With a Dead B

＊＊＊Unexpected, Taking Care...of the . 203..Uniform Tire Quality Grading . 232...Unleaded G

Service Information SummaryGasoline:Fuel Tank Capacity:Power Steering Fluid:Brake Fluid:Tire Pressure (measured cold):Recommended Engine Oil:Automatic

If you ever have a moderate tosevere side impact, sensors willdetect rapid deceleration and signalthe control unit to instantly inflateeither the driv

If you see any of these indications,the airbags and seat belt tensionersmay not work properly when youneed them.If the side airbag off indicator comes

Do not try to remove or replaceanyairbagbyyourself.Thismustbe done by your dealer or aknowledgeable body shop.Take your vehicle to anauthorized dealer

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

Several warranties protect your new vehicle. Read the warranty bookletthoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rightsand respo

−Whenever possible,larger children should sit in the backseat, on a booster seat if needed, andbe properly restrained with a seatbelt (see page for im

−Your vehicle has a back seat wherechildren can be properly restrained.If you ever have to carry a group ofchildren, and a child must ride infront:Pla

−Many parents say they prefer to putan infant or small child in the frontpassenger seat so they can watch thechild, or because the child requiresatten

An infant must be properlyrestrained in a rear-facing, recliningchild seat until the child reaches theseat maker’s weight or height limitfor the seat

A child who is at least 1 year old, andwho fits within the child seat maker’sweight and height limits, should berestrained in a forward-facing,upright

Before purchasing a conventionalchild seat, or using a previouslypurchased one, we recommend thatyou test the seat in the specificvehicle seating posi

After selecting a proper child seatand a good place to install the seat,there are three main steps ininstalling the seat:All child seats must besecure

Your vehicle is equipped withLATCH (lower anchors and tethersfor children) at the rear seats.To install a LATCH-compatible childseat:Move the seat bel

Other LATCH-compatible seats havea flexible-type connector as shownabove.Whatever type you have, followthe child seat maker’s instructionsfor adjustin

When not using the LATCH system,all child seats must be secured to thevehicle with the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt.With the child seat in the desi

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

After confirming that the belt islocked, grab the shoulder part ofthe belt near the buckle, and pullup to remove any slack from thelap part of the bel

After properly securing the childseat, route the tether strap over theseat-back, then follow steps 6, 7, and8onpage .37Installing a Child Seat40Main M

To determine if a lap/shoulder beltproperly fits a child, have the childput on the seat belt, then askyourself:Does the child sit all the way backagai

Does the shoulder belt crossbetween the child’s neck and arm?Is the lap part of the belt as low aspossible, touching the child’sthighs?Will the child

The National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration and TransportCanada recommend that all childrenage 12 and under be properlyrestrained in the back se

This could resultin serious neck injuries during acrash.This couldcause very serious injuries duringa crash. It also increases thechance that the chil

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 or death.If a label comes off or becomes hard

U.S. modelsCanadian modelsU.S. modelsCanadian modelsSafety LabelsDriver and Passenger Safety47SUN VISOR DOORJAMBMain MenuTable of Contents

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Your Vehicle at a Glance4POWER WINDOWSWITCHESAUDIO SYSTEMSHIFT LEVERHOOD RELEASE HANDLEGAUGESPARKING BRAKE(P. 57)(P. 81)(P. 77)CLIMATE CONTROLSYSTEM(P

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

AT model is shown.Control Locations50POWER WINDOWSWITCHESMIRROR CONTROLSGAUGESAUDIO SYSTEMSHIFT LEVERHOOD RELEASE HANDLEDOOR ANDHATCH LOCK SWITCH(P. 6

＊＊＊The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.Instrument PanelInstruments and Controls51HIGH BEAM I

The instrument panel has manyindicators to give you importantinformation about your vehicle.This indicator comes on when youturn the ignition switch t

This indicator has two functions:If this indicator comes on when theengine is running, the battery is notbeing charged. For more information,see page

Only on models equipped with CruiseControl SystemThis indicator comes on when youset the cruise control. See pagefor information on operating thecruis

This indicator comes on when youturn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position with the headlightswitch off and the parking brake set.It should go of

This indicator comes on when thesecurity system is set. See pagefor more information on thesecurity system.If you exceed 10,000 miles (16,000km) witho

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

This shows how much fuel you have.It may show slightly more or lessthan the actual amount. The needlereturns to the bottom after you turnoff the ignit

＊＊＊＊＊＊To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.If equipped.1:2:Your Vehicle at a GlanceYour Vehicle at a Glance5INSTRUMENT PANELBRI

＊＊＊＊＊＊To use the horn, press the center pad on the steering wheel.If equipped.1:2:Controls Near the Steering WheelInstruments and Controls59WINDSHIELD

−−−−−−−−−The wipers are not activated.The wipers run at low speed.The wipers run at high speed.Hold past ON to turn the rearwindow wiper on and to spr

−−−Turning the switch to the ‘‘ ’’position turns on the headlights. Ifyou leave the lights on with the keyremoved from the ignition switch,you will he

The knob on the instrument panelcontrols the brightness of theinstrument panel. Turn the knob toadjust the brightness.Pushtheredbuttontoturnonthehazar

Make sure the rear window is clearand you have good visibility beforestarting to drive.Thedefoggerwiresontheinsideofthe rear window can be accidentall

The valet key works only in theignition and the door locks. You cankeepthegloveboxlockedwhenyouleave your vehicle and the valet keyat a parking facili

When you turn the ignition switch tothe ON (II) position, the immobilizersystem indicator should come on fora few seconds, then go out. If theindicato

−−−−The ignition switch has fourpositions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY(I), ON (II), and START (III).You can insert orremove the key only in this position.To t

To lock both doors and the hatch,press the master door lock switch oneither door, press the lock tab downon the driver’s door, or use the keyon the ou

See page for cargo loading andweight limit information. Keep thehatch closed at all times whiledriving to avoid damaging the hatchand to prevent exhau

6Main Menu

−−−CONTINUEDPressthisbuttontolockboth doors and the hatch. Youcannot lock the doors or the hatch ifeither door or the hatch is not fullyclosed or if t

＋If it takes several pushes on thebutton to lock or unlock the doorsand the hatch, replace the battery assoon as possible.Battery type: CR2025To repla

−See pages for important safetyinformation and warnings about how toproperly position seats and seat-backs.13 15Make all seat adjustments beforeyou st

The height of your driver’s seat isadjustable. Turn the dial on theoutside of the seat cushion to changethe height of the seat bottom.To change the lu

The back of the rear seat folds downto give you more cargo space. Eachside folds down separately. With onlyhalf the seat folded, you can stillcarry a

Do not use the seat heaters when theengine is off or when idling for along period of time. They can drainthe battery, making your vehiclehard to start

The cargo area cover may beremoved to give you more cargoroom.Open the hatch.Push up on the sides of the cargoarea cover to release the coverfrom the

Reverse this procedure to install thecargo area cover.Thereisareferencelineonthecargo area side panel. To avoiddamaging the cargo cover, removethe cov

− To open/close the driver’swindow, push the window switchfirmly down or up to the seconddetent, and release it. The windowwill automatically go up or

−Auto reverse stops sensing when thewindow is almost closed. You shouldalways check that all passengers andobjects are away from the windowbefore clos

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

Usetheswitchonthedashboardtoopen and close the moonroof. Theignition switch must be in the ON(II) position. Push and hold theswitch to open the moonro

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

To apply the parking brake, pull thelever up fully. To release it, pull upslightly, push the button, and lowerthe lever. The parking brake light onthe

＊＊U.S. models only:Interior Convenience Items82COAT HOOKACCESSORY POWER SOCKETGLOVE BOXBEVERAGE HOLDERSCONSOLE COMPARTMENT/BEVERAGE HOLDERSACCESSORY P

There are two accessory powersockets, one is located in the front ofthe center console. The other islocated at the rear of the console. Touse either p

To open the console compartment,push the right knob and slide thecover forward.Open the glove box by pulling thebottom of the handle. Close it with af

Touseavanitymirroronthebackofthe sun visor, pull up the cover.To use this coat hook, rotate thehook down. Close it with a firm push.Interior Convenien

Turn on the spotlight by pushing thebutton next to each light. Push thebutton again to turn it off. You canuse the spotlights at all times.The cargo a

The heating and air conditioningsystem in your vehicle provides acomfortable driving environment inall weather conditions.The standard audio system ha

Vents, Heating, and A/C88TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIALMODE CONTROL DIALREAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTONRECIRCULATION BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING BUTTONFAN CONTROL D

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

To use the heating and coolingsystem in automatic mode, set thesystem as follows.Set the fan control dial to AUTO.Set the mode control dial to AUTO.Tu

Air conditioning places an extra loadon the engine. Watch the enginecoolant temperature gauge (see page) when using the A/C in heavytraffic or driving

Theclimatecontrolsystemhastwosensors. A sunlight sensor is in thetop of the dashboard, and atemperature sensor is under thesteering column. Do not cov

Some models may have one of theaudio systems described in thissection. Read the appropriate pagesin this section for operation of theaudio systems ins

Playing the RadioFeatures93AM/FM BUTTONPRESET BUTTONSSTEREO INDICATORSCAN INDICATORSCAN BUTTONSEEK/SKIP BARPOWER/VOLUME KNOB TUNE/MODE KNOBAUTO SELECT

−−−You can use these five methods tofind radio stations on a selectedband: thepreset buttons, and .Use the TUNE knob totune the radio to a desired fre

−−Each preset button canstore one frequency on AM and twofrequencies on FM.Select the desired band, AM orFM. FM1 and FM2 let you storetwo frequencies

−−Press the MODE (TUNE) knobrepeatedly to display the Bass (BAS),Treble (TRE), Balance (BAL), andFader (FAD) setting.Eachmodeisshowninthedisplayasit c

Playing a DiscFeatures97CD/TAPE BUTTONAM/FM BUTTONREPEAT INDICATOREJECTBUTTONRANDOM INDICATORSEEK/SKIP BARRANDOM BUTTONPOWER/VOLUME KNOBCD SLOT REPEAT

−−With the ignition in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position,insert a CD into the CD slot. Thedrive will pull the CD in the rest ofthe way and begin to