Mercury Sable 1999 Bedienungsanleitung

Before drivingIntroduction 2Instrumentation 4Controls and features 16Seating and safety restraints 70Starting and drivingStarting 96Driving 101Roadsid

Speed control (if equipped)This light comes onwhen either the SET/ACCEL or RESUMEcontrols are pressed. Itturns off when thespeed control OFF control i

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents,and certain vehicle components contain oremit chemicals known to the State of California tocause cancer, and

BRAKESYour service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to thescheduled maintenance guide for scheduledmaintenance.Occasional brake noise is normal and of

The ABS operates bydetecting the onset ofwheel lockup duringbrake applicationsand compensating forthis tendency. Thewheels are preventedfrom locking e

• The Anti-Lock system does not decrease the timenecessary to apply the brakes or always reducestopping distance. Always leave enough roombetween your

Pull the release leverto release the brake.Driving with theparking brake on willcause the brakes towear out quickly andreduce fuel economy.STEERINGYou

AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE OPERATIONBrake-shift interlockThis vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlockfeature that prevents the gearshift from being

If the parking brake is fully released, but thebrake warning lamp remains illuminated, thebrakes may not be working properly. See yourdealer or a qual

Understanding gearshift positionsP (Park)Always come to acomplete stop beforeshifting into P (Park).Make sure the gearshiftis securely latched in P(Pa

N (Neutral)With the gearshift inthe N (Neutral)position, the vehiclecan be started and isfree to roll. Hold thebrake pedal down whilein this position.

When to use D (Drive)The D (Drive) positioneliminates the needlessshifting back and forthbetween third andfourth gears that yourvehicle may do whendri

Air bag readinessMomentarilyilluminates when theignition is turned ON.If the light fails toilluminate, continues to flash or remains on, havethe syste

VEHICLE LOADINGBefore loading a vehicle, familiarize yourself with thefollowing terms:• Base Curb Weight : Weight of the vehicleincluding any standard

• Maximum Trailer Weight : maximum weight ofa trailer the loaded vehicle (including passengersand cargo) is permitted to tow. It is determinedby subtr

Always ensure that the weight of passengers, cargoand equipment being carried is within the weightlimitations that have been established for yourvehic

Towing a trailer places an additional load on yourvehicle’s engine, transaxle, brakes, tires andsuspension. Inspect these components carefully afterto

Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWRspecified on the Safety ComplianceCertification Label.Towing trailers beyond the maximumrecommended gross trailer we

Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brakesystem directly to your vehicle’s brakesystem. Your vehicle may not have enough brakingpower and your chance

Trailer towing tips• Practice turning, stopping and backing up in anarea before starting on a trip to get the feel of thevehicle trailer combination.

Never use a tow bar that attaches to thebumper when you tow your vehicle. Thiscould damage the bumper and cause an accident.LUGGAGE RACK (IF EQUIPPED)

HAZARD FLASHERUse only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehiclebreakdown, approaching danger, etc. The hazardflashers can be operated when the ignit

If your vehicle is asedan, the Resettingthe fuel shut-off switchis located on the rightside of the trunkbehind the trunk liner.If your vehicle is awag

GAUGESStandard instrument cluster gaugesOptional instrument cluster gaugesSpeedometerIndicates the current vehicle speed.• Standard instrumentclusterC

Standard fuse amperage rating and colorCOLORFuseRat-ingMiniFusesStan-dardFusesMaxiFusesCar-tridgeMaxiFusesFuseLinkCar-tridge2A Grey Grey — — —3A Viole

The fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuseAmpRatingDescription1 — Not Used2 5A Instrument Illumination3 10A Left Low Beam Headlamp4 10A Rig

Fuse/RelayLocationFuseAmpRatingDescription14 5ASemi-Active Ride Control Module15 10A Multifunction Switch (TurnSignal)16 — Not Used17 30A Front Wiper/

Power distribution boxThe power distributionbox is located in theengine compartment.The power distributionbox contains high-current fuses thatprotect

The high-current fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuseAmpRatingDescription1 40A** Fuse Junction Panel2 30A** PCM Relay3 40A** Ignition Swi

Fuse/RelayLocationFuseAmpRatingDescription18 30A* Anti-Lock Brake Module19 15A* Horn Relay, Powertrain ControlModule (PCM)20 15A* Headlamp Switch, Aut

CHANGING THE TIRESIf you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply thebrake heavily. Instead, gradually decrease yourspeed. Hold the steering wheel

When one of the front wheels is off theground, the transaxle alone will not preventthe vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack,even if the vehicl

3. Remove the center ornament or wheel cover fromthe wheel with the tapered end of the wheel nutwrench that came with your vehicle. Insert and twistth

10. Return the flat tire,jack and lug wrench totheir proper storagelocations. Make surethe jack is fastened soit does not rattle whenyou drive.11. Unb

• Optional instrumentclusterTachometerIndicates the engine speed in revolutions perminute.• Standard instrumentcluster• Optional instrumentclusterDriv

4. Check all battery terminals and remove anyexcessive corrosion before you attach the batterycables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level.5. Tur

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-)terminal of the assisting battery.4. Make the final connection of the negative (-)cable. For the

5. Be sure that the cables are clear of fan blades,belts and other moving parts of both engines.Jump starting1. Start the engine of the booster vehicl

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+)terminal of the booster vehicle’s battery.4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+)terminal of

WRECKER TOWINGIf you need to have your vehicle towed, contact aprofessional towing service or, if you are a member,your roadside assistance center.It

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle:• We highlight do-it-yourself items in the enginecompartment for easy location.• We provide a

3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle frommoving unexpectedly.Working with the engine on1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift issecur

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINECOMPARTMENT3.0L V6 Vulcan engine1. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick2. Brake fluid reservoir3. Air filter asse

3.0L V6 Duratec engine1. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick2. Brake fluid reservoir3. Air filter assembly4. Battery5. Engine oil filler cap6. Engin

3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift issecurely latched in P.4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.5. Locate and carefullyr

Engine coolant temperature gaugeIndicates thetemperature of theengine coolant. Atnormal operatingtemperature, theneedle remains withinthe normal area

Adding engine oil1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer toChecking the engine oil in this chapter.2. If the engine oil level is not within t

It is recommended you use the appropriateMotorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Fordspecifications) for your engine application.BRAKE FLUIDCh

Do not let the reservoir for the mastercylinder run dry. This may cause the brakesto fail.WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDChecking and adding washer fluidCheck

ENGINE COOLANTCheck the level of theengine coolant in thereservoir. Refer to theScheduled MaintenanceGuide for serviceinterval schedules. Besure to re

When the engine is cool, add a 50/50 mixture ofengine coolant and water to the engine coolantreservoir.Plain water may be added in an emergency, but y

Do not use alcohol or methanol antifreeze or anyengine coolants mixed with alcohol or methanolantifreeze. Do not use supplemental coolantadditives in

CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERINGFLUIDCheck the powersteering fluid. Refer tothe ScheduledMaintenance Guide forthe service intervalschedules. If addi

3.0L Duratec engine4. Check the fluid levelin the reservoir. Itshould be between theMIN and MAX lines. Donot add fluid if thelevel is within thisrange

3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot onthe brake pedal, start the engine and move thegearshift lever through all of the gear ranges. Allows

High fluid levels can be caused by an overheatingcondition.Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levelsBefore adding any fluid, make sure the correct

Fuel gaugeDisplays approximatelyhow much fuel is inthe fuel tank (whenthe key is in the ONposition). The fuelgauge may vary slightlywhen the vehicle i

If the electrolyte level in the battery is low, you canadd plain tap water to the battery, as long as you donot use hard water (water with a high mine

Keep batteries out of reach of children.Batteries contain sulfuric acid. Avoid contactwith skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes whenworking near t

• Always dispose ofautomotive batteriesin a responsiblemanner. Follow yourlocal authorizedstandards fordisposal. Call yourlocal authorizedrecycling ce

3. Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and pressit into place until a click is heard.INFORMATION ABOUT TIRE QUALITY GRADESNew vehicles are fittedwit

Traction AA A B CThe traction grades, from highest to lowest are AA,A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s abilityto stop on wet pavement as m

SERVICING YOUR TIRESChecking the tire pressure• Use an accurate tire pressure gauge.• Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, afterthe vehicle ha

Replacing the tiresReplace the tires whenthe wear band isvisible through the tiretreads.When replacing full size tires, never mixradial bias-belted, o

SNOW TIRES AND CHAINSSnow tires must be the same size and gradeas the tires you currently have on yourvehicle.The tires on your vehicle have all weath

If you do not use the proper fuel cap, thepressure in the fuel tank can damage thefuel system or cause it to work improperly in acollision.The fuel sy

• Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes. If fuel issplashed in the eyes, remove contact lenses (ifworn), flush with water for 15 minutes and seekmedi

HEADLAMP CONTROLRotate the headlampcontrol to the firstposition to turn on theparking lamps. Rotateto the second positionto also turn on theheadlamps.

If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replaceit with a genuine Ford or Motorcraft part. Thecustomer warranty may be void for any damageto the fuel

Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fueladditives with metallic compounds, includingmanganese-based compounds containing (MMT).Repairs to cor

Running out of fuelAvoid running out fuel because this situation mayhave an adverse affect on modern powertraincomponents.If you have run out of fuel:

The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on yourvehicle is equal to the rated refill capacity of the fueltank as listed in the Refill Capacities

2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount offuel added (in liters or gallons).3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill thefuel tank

• Drive at reasonable speeds (traveling at 105 km/h[65 mph] uses 15% more fuel than traveling at88 km/h [55 mph]).• Revving the engine before turning

• Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fueleconomy (approximately 2 km/h [1 mpg] is lostfor every 180 kg [400 lb] of weight carried).• Adding certai

• Use only unleaded fuel.• Avoid running out of fuel.• Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle ismoving, especially at high speeds.• Have the

Information about your vehicle’s emission system ison the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decallocated on or near the engine. This decal identifi

EXTERIOR BULBSReplacing exterior bulbsCheck the operation of the following lampsfrequently:• Headlamps• Tail lamps• Brakelamps• High-mount brakelamp•

Flash to passPull toward you toactivate and release todeactivate.PANEL DIMMER CONTROLUse to adjust thebrightness of theinstrument panelduring headlamp

3. Remove the bulbretaining ring byrotating itcounterclockwise(when viewed from therear) about 1/8 turn tofree it from the bulb socket, and slide the

High-mount brakelamp bulbsThe followingprocedure is for sedansonly. For wagon, referto a qualifiedtechnician.1. Open trunk.2. Inside trunk, locateacce

Wagon1. Remove screw andthe license plate lampassembly from liftgate.2. Remove bulb socketby turningcounterclockwise.3. Carefully pull thebulb out fro

Function Trade NumberHigh-mount brake lamp 912Rear side marker lamp 168Cargo lamp (wagon) 211-2Dome lamp 211-2Dome/map lamp 578Dome lamp/moon roof 208

Horizontal aim adjustment1. Park the vehicle on alevel surface.2. With the hood open,locate the horizontalindicator and theadjusting screw.Remove the

3.The “UP” and “DN” on the bubble label indicate thedirectional change (up or down) of the vertical aim.4.Usea7mmwrench or socket to turn the vertical

Waxing your vehicleWax when water stops beading on the surface. Thiscould be every three or four months, depending onoperating conditions.Use only car

• Take care when using a power washer to cleanthe engine. The high pressure fluid couldpenetrate the sealed parts and cause damage.• Do not spray with

• Never wash or rinse the engine while it isrunning; water in the running engine may causeinternal damage.Cleaning plastic exterior partsUse vinyl cle

finish in this area helps protect the driver fromundesirable windshield reflection.Cleaning the interior fabricRemove dust and loose dirt with a whisk

• To turn autolamps on, rotate the control up. Thepreselected time lapse is adjustable up toapproximately three minutes by continuing torotate the con

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERSComponent 3.0L V6 Vulcanengine3.0L V6Duratec engineAir filterelementFA-1630 FA-1630Fuel filter FG-800-A FG-800-ABattery(standar

REFILL CAPACITIESFluid Ford PartNameAppli-cationCapacityBrake fluid High Per-formanceDOT 3MotorVehicleBrakeFluidAll Fill to line onreservoirEnginecool

Fluid Ford PartNameAppli-cationCapacityAutomatictransaxle -AX4NMotorcraftMER-CONtVATF3.0L V6Vulcanengine12.8L(13.5 quarts)3.0L V6Duratecengine12.7L(13

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONSItemsFord PartName orequivalentFord PartNumberFordSpecifi-cationBrake fluid High Per-formanceDOT 3MotorVehicleBrake FluidC6AZ-

ItemsFord PartName orequivalentFord PartNumberFordSpecifi-cationEnginecoolantFordPremiumEngineCoolantE2FZ-19549-AA(in Oregon,F5FZ-19549-CC,in Canada,M

VEHICLE DIMENSIONSVehicledimensionsSedan mm(in)Wagon mm(in)(1) Overalllength5 016.5 (197.5) 5 069.8 (199.6)(2) Overall width 1 854.2 (73.0) 1 854.2 (7

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IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLECertification labelThe National HighwayTraffic SafetyAdministrationRegulations requirethat a CertificationLabel be affixed to

Vehicle identification numberThe vehicleidentification numberis attached to a metaltag and is located onthe driver sideinstrument panel.Engine numberT

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCETo fully assist you should you have a vehicleconcern, Ford offers a complimentary roadsideassistance program. This program

Fan speed controlControls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.Temperature control knobControls the temperature of the airflow inside thevehicl

To receive roadside assistance in the United Statesfor Ford or Mercury vehicles, call 1-800-241-3673 orif you own a Lincoln vehicle, call 1–800–521–41

you may still be eligible. Please contact your dealerfor further information. Since this information issubject to change, please ask your dealer forco

general manager of the dealership. In most cases,your concern will be resolved at this level.Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canadadealerships also car

If you still have a complaint involving a warrantydispute, you may wish to contact the DisputeSettlement Board (U.S.) or the Mediation/ArbitrationProg

• sales disputes between customer and dealerexcept those associated with warranty repairs orconcerns with the vehicle’s performance asdesigned• a requ

What the Board needsTo have your case reviewed you must complete theapplication in the DSB brochure and mail it to theaddress provided on the applicat

Oral presentationsIf you would like to make an oral presentation,indicate YES to question #6 on the application.While it is your right to make an oral

Ford Motor CompanyCustomer Assistance Center16800 Executive Plaza DriveP.O. Box 6248Dearborn, Michigan 48121GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. ANDCAN

If you are in another foreign country, contact thenearest Ford dealership. If the dealership employeescannot help you, they can direct you to the near

complement the style and aerodynamic appearanceof your vehicle. In addition, each accessory is madefrom high quality materials and meets or exceedsFor

ICONSIndicates a safety alert.Read the followingsection on Warnings.Indicates vehicleinformation related torecycling and otherenvironmentalconcerns wi

• A/C-Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. It isquieter than MAX A/C but not as economical.Airflow will be from the instrument panelregisters.• VENT-

Travel equipmentConsoleConsole armrestDaytime running lightsFactory luggage rackFactory luggage rack adaptorsFog lightsFramed luggage coversHeavy-duty

Carpet floor matsCleaners, waxes and polishesFlat splash guardsFront end covers (full and mini)Hood deflectorsLocking gas capLubricants and oilsMolded

• The Federal Communications Commission (FCC)and Canadian Radio TelecommunicationsCommission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobilecommunications systems -

ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’SLITERATURETo order the publications in this portfolio in theUnited States:Make checks payable to:HELM, INCORPORATEDP.O. Box

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)If you believe that yourvehicle has a defectthat could cause acrash, or could causeinjury or death, youshould imme

Accessory delay ... 49Air bag supplementalrestraint system ... 83and childsafety seats ... 85description ... 84disposal

Emissioncontrol system ... 166Enginecoolant ... 143idle speed control . 149service points . 137,138starting after acollision ...

Lights, warning andindicator ... 6air bag ... 11anti-lock brakes(ABS) ... 9anti-theft ...

changing ... 126checking thepressure ... 155replacing ... 156rotating ... 155snow tiresand chai

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Item InformationRecommended fuel Unleaded fuel only –87 octaneFuel tank capacity 60.6L (16 gallons)Engine oil capacity(including filterchange)-3.0L V6

Item InformationAutomatic transaxlecapacity (AX4N)-3.0LV6 Vulcan engine212.8L (13.5 quarts) UseMotorcraft MERCONtVATF.Automatic transaxlecapacity (AX4

Electronic Automatic Temperature Control(EATC) system (if equipped)The EATC system will maintain a selectedtemperature and automatically control airfl

Automatic operationPress AUTO and select the desired temperature.The selected temperature and the word AUTO willappear in the display window. The EATC

For continuous maximum cooling, push thetemperature control until 16°C (60°F) is shown inthe display window. The EATC will continuemaximum cooling (di

The display will showand a bar graph toindicate manual fanoperation and relativespeed.To return to automatic fan operation, press AUTO.Manual override

• MAX A/C-Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle.The temperature will remain unchanged and airwill be cooled based on the selected temperature.To e

• F- DEF -Distributes outside air through thewindshield defroster ducts. It can be used to clearice or fog from the windshield. If the outside airtemp

• Remove any snow,ice or leaves fromthe air intake area(at the bottom ofthe windshield).• If your vehicle has been parked with the windowsclosed durin

USING YOUR AUDIO SYSTEMAM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Ford MACH AudioSystem with CD DJ CompatibilityVolume/power controlPress the control toturn the audio syst

INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDEThe information found in this guide was in effect atthe time of printing. Ford may change the contentswithout notice and w

your preset volume level, turn the audio system offwith the power control before switching off theignition.AM/FM selectThe AM/FM selectcontrol works i

Tune adjust for CD mode• Press the to select the previous disc in the CDchanger. (Play will begin on the first track of thedisc unless the CD changer

Scan functionThe scan functionworks in radio, tape orCD mode.Scan function in radio modePress the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling ofall listenab

3. Press and hold a memory preset control until thesound returns, indicating the station is held inmemory on the control you selected.Bass/treble adju

• Speaker sound canbe adjusted betweenthe front and rearspeakers.Inserting a tapePush only slightly wheninserting a cassettetape (with the openedge to

• In CD mode, pressing the REW control for lessthan three seconds results in slow rewind.Pressing the control for more than three secondsresults in fa

Compression adjustCompression adjustbrings soft and loud CDpassages together for amore consistentlistening level.Press the COMPcontrol to activate and

CD changer (if equipped)Your CD changer is either located in the trunk or inthe right side cargo area storage compartment.Slide the door toaccess the

The CD magazine may be inserted or ejected withthe radio power off.Troubleshooting the CD changer (if equipped)The laser beam used in the compact disc

• Do not insert more than one disc into each slot ofthe CD changer magazine.Cleaning cassette player (if equipped)Clean the tape player head with a ca

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modulation.” Signal modulation is a process radiostations use to increase their strength/volumerelative to other stations.• Terrain. Hills, mountains

4. ON, all electrical circuits operational. Warninglights illuminated. Key position when driving.5. START, cranks the engine. Release the key assoon a

To set a speed• Press SET/SET ACC/SET ACCEL. Forspeed control tooperate, the speedcontrol must be ONand the vehiclespeed must begreater than 48 km/h(3

• Press and release SET/SET ACC/SET ACCEL.Each press will increase the set speed by1.6 km/h (1 mph) or• Accelerate with your accelerator pedal. When t

Pressing OFF will erasethe previouslyprogrammed set speed.To return to a previously set speed• Press RES/RSM/RESUME. For RES/RSM/RESUME tooperate, the

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL• Push down toactivate the left turnsignal.• Push up to activatethe right turn signal.WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLSRotate the wi

Rear window wiper and washer (wagon only)The rear wiper controlis located under theheadlamp controlsPress the wiper controlto activate the rearwiper.

DOME LAMPS AND MAP LAMPSThe front dome lamp is located overhead betweenthe driver and passenger seats. If the vehicle isequipped with a moon roof, the

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)To turn on the visormirror lamps, lift themirror cover. Adjustthe amount of light bysliding the control.MOON ROO

• Press the bottomportion of the rockerswitch to open.One touch down• Press AUTOcompletely downand release quickly.The driver’s windowwill open fully.

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POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED)Press U to unlock alldoors and L to lock alldoors.Central locking/Two step unlocking (if equipped)When unlocking the dri

Heated outside mirrors (if equipped)Both mirrors areheated automatically toremove ice, mist andfog when the rearwindow defrost isactivated.Do not remo

CENTER CONSOLEYour vehicle may be equipped with a variety ofconsole features. These include:• utility compartment• cupholders• coin holder slots• cell

TRUNK REMOTE CONTROLPress the remote trunkrelease control on theinstrument panel to theleft of the steeringwheel.LIFTGATE (WAGON ONLY)You can open the

CARGO AREA FEATURESStorage compartmentYour vehicle comesequipped with astorage compartmentin the floor of thecargo area. Anadditionalcompartment is in

Cargo cover (if equipped)Your vehicle may be equipped with a cargo areashade that covers the luggage compartment of yourvehicle.To install the shade:1

2. Wrap the vinylaround the roller tubetwice. Tuck the edgesof the vinyl inside theend cap with eachwrap.3. Fold the edges ofthe vinyl towards thecent

Unlocking the doorsPress this control tounlock the driver’sdoor. The interiorlamps will illuminate.Press the control asecond time within fiveseconds t

Sounding a panic alarmPress this control toactivate the alarm.To deactivate thealarm, press thecontrol again or turnthe ignition to ACC orON.This devi

Replacing lost transmittersTake all your vehicle’stransmitters to yourdealer if service isrequired.If you purchaseadditional transmitters(up to four m

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESStandard instrument clusterOptional instrument clusterTurn signalIlluminates when theleft or right turn signalor the hazard l

To replace the battery:1. Twist a thin coinbetween the two halvesof the transmitter nearthe key ring. DO NOTTAKE THE FRONTPART OF THETRANSMITTERAPART.

• Press 7/8 and 9/0controls on thekeyless entry pad atthe same time tolock the doors(doors opened orclosed).• Open a door and press the power door loc

Disarming the systemYou can disarm the system by any of the followingactions:• Unlock the doors byusing your remoteentry transmitter.• Unlock the door

Your vehicle has a factory-set 5–digit code thatoperates the keyless entry system. You can alsoprogram your own 5–digit personal entry code.The factor

If you wish to erase your personal code, use thefollowing instructions:Erasing personal code1. Enter the factory-set code.2. Press 1/2 within fiveseco

AutolockAutolock is a feature that will automatically lock alldoors when:• all vehicle doors, liftgate and liftgate window arefully closed• the igniti

3. Turn the ignition key from RUN/ACC to OFF.4. Press the power door UNLOCK control threetimes.5. Turn the ignition key from OFF to RUN/ACC. Ahorn chi

problem if they are too close to the key whenstarting the engine. If a problem occurs, turnignition off and restart the engine with all otherobjects o

not available (one or both of your original keys werelost or stolen), you must bring your vehicle to yourdealership to have the spare SecuriLocky key(

If the programming procedure was successful, thenew SecuriLocky key(s) will start the vehicle’sengine. The theft indicator (located on theinstrument c

Safety beltMomentarily illuminateswhen the ignition isturned to the ONposition to remind youto fasten your safety belts. For more information,refer to

SEATINGHead restraintsYour vehicle’s seats may be equipped with headrestraints which are vertically adjustable. Thepurpose of these head restraints is

Lift handle to moveseat forward orbackward.Pull lever up to adjustseatback.Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped)Never adjust the driver’s seat

Press to raise or lowerthe rear portion of theseat cushion.Press the control tomove the seat forward,backward, up or down.Using the power lumbar suppo

3rd seat (wagon only)The third seat faces the rear of the vehicle. Forheight and weight limits, see the label on the seatcushion. When the seat is dow

SAFETY RESTRAINTSSafety restraints precautionsAlways drive and ride with your seatbackupright and the lap belt snug and low acrossthe hips.To prevent

Each seating position in your vehicle has aspecific safety belt assembly which is madeup of one buckle and one tongue that are designedto be used as a

suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehiclereceives an impact of 8 km/h (5 mph) or more, thecombination safety belts will lock to help reducefo

• Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, youwill hear a clicking sound. This indicates thesafety belt is now in the automatic locking mode.H

Failure to replace the Belt and Retractorassembly could increase the risk of injury incollisions.Front safety belt height adjustmentYour vehicle has s

To attach the shoulderbelt to the lap belt, pullthe shoulder belt outfrom the retractor inthe seatback and insertinto the lap beltconnecting pin into

Temporary malfunctions may cause your ServiceEngine Soon light to illuminate. Examples are:1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine maymisfire

Shorten and fasten thebelt when not in use.Safety belts for rear-facing occupants(wagon only)Never use child safety seats in the third seatof a wagon.

The lap belts should fit snugly and as low aspossible around the hips, not around thewaist.Front and rear seat occupants, includingpregnant women, sho

Safety belt extension assemblyIf the safety belt assembly is too short, even whenfully extended, 20 cm (8 inches) can be added tothe safety belt assem

Safety belt maintenanceInspect the safety belt systems periodically to makesure they work properly and are not damaged.Inspect the safety belts to mak

Important supplemental restraint system (SRS)precautionsThe supplementalrestraint system isdesigned to work withthe safety belt to helpprotect the dri

Do not put anything on or over the air bagmodule. Placing objects on or over the airbag inflation area may cause those objects to bepropelled by the a

How does the air bag supplemental restraintsystem work?The air bag SRS isdesigned to activatewhen the vehiclesustains sufficientlongitudinaldecelerati

there is the risk of death or serious injuries such asfractures, facial and eye injuries or internal injuries,particularly to occupants who are not pr

A difficulty with the system is indicated by one ormore of the following:• The readiness lightwill either flash orstay lit.• The readiness lightwill n

Never let a passenger hold a child on his orher lap while the vehicle is moving. Thepassenger cannot protect the child from injury in acollision.Alway

of a tank indicated on the fuel gauge (refer to Fuelgauge in this chapter for more information). Theignition must be in the ON position for this lamp

seats raise the child and provide a shorter, firmerseating cushion that encourages safer seatingposture and better fit of lap and shoulder belts onthe

When installing a child safety seat:• Review and followthe informationpresented in the AirBag SupplementalRestraint Systemsection in thischapter.• Use

Installing child safety seats in combination lapand shoulder belt seating positions1. Position the childsafety seat in a seatwith a combination lapand

4. Insert the belttongue into the properbuckle (the buckleclosest to the directionthe tongue is comingfrom) for that seatingposition until you heara s

10. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to makesure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode(you should not be able to pull more belt out)

Tether anchorage hardwareAttachment holes (at each rear outboard seatingposition) have been provided in your vehicle toattach anchor hardware, if desi

PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLEEngine starting is controlled by the ignition system.This system meets all Canadian Interference-CausingEquipment stand

Important safety precautionsA computer system controls the engine’s idlerevolutions per minute (RPM). When the enginestarts, the idle RPM runs faster

Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate briefly.If a light fails to illuminate, have the vehicleserviced.• If the driver’s safety belt is fasten

Using the engine block heater (if equipped)An engine block heater warms the engine coolant,which improves starting, warms up the engine fasterand allo