Ford 2004 Thunderbird v.1 Bedienungsanleitung

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 10Warning and control lights 10Gauges 14Entertainment Systems 16AM/FM stereo with CD 16Climate Controls 22Electronic

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A wa

Never put the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind theback because it eliminates the protection for the upper part ofthe body and may increase

• Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safetyseat, with the tongue between the child seat and the release button,to prevent ac

1. Position the child safety seat in aseat with a combination lap andshoulder belt.2. Pull down on the shoulder beltand then grasp the shoulder beltan

4. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) for that seating position untilyou hear

9. Before placing the child in theseat, forcibly move the seat forwardand back to make sure the seat issecurely held in place. To checkthis, grab the

1. Position the child safety seat on the passenger seat cushion.2. Locate the tether anchor at thebottom back of the passenger seat.3. Route the child

5. Rotate the tether strap.6. Clip the tether strap to theanchor on the seat frame.7. Rotate the tether strap clip.2004 Thunderbird (tbr)Owners Guide

8. Tighten the child safety seattether strap according to themanufacturer’s instructions.Attaching child safety seats with Lower Anchor and Tethers fo

The lower anchors for child seatinstallation are located at the rearsection of the passenger seatbetween the cushion and seat back.Follow the child se

STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. LOCK, locks the gearshift leverand allows key removal. (Thesteering wheel will not lock afterkey removal.)2. OFF,

Brake system warning light: Toconfirm the brake system warninglight is functional, it willmomentarily illuminate when theignition is turned to the ON

Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very hightemperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the riskof fire or other damage.Do

• Turn the key to 4 (ON) withoutturning the key to 5 (START).Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If alight fails to i

Using the engine block heater (if equipped)An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in startingand heater/defroster performance. Use

Even when the ABS is disabled,normal braking is still effective. (Ifyour BRAKE warning lampilluminates with the parking brakereleased, have your brake

During Traction Control娂 operation, the traction control active light willilluminate, you may hear an electric motor type of sound coming fromthe engi

• uneven tire wear• loose or worn suspension components• loose or worn steering components• improper steering alignmentA high crown in the road or hig

Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelampsare working.Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift islatched in

• Move the gearshift lever into the desired gearTo put your vehicle in P (Park):• Come to a complete stop• Move the gearshift lever and securely latch

• Selecting 3 (Third) at higher speeds will cause the transmission todownshift to third gear at the appropriate vehicle speed.2 (Second)This position

Automatic shift modeOperates like a normal automatictransmission for P (Park), R(Reverse), N (Neutral), D5 and D4.Refer to Driving with a 5–speedautom

Engine oil pressure: Illuminateswhen the oil pressure falls below thenormal range, refer to Engine oil inthe Maintenance andspecifications chapter.Eng

• One tap rearward (-) will command the transmission to downshift onegear range.• Upshifts are allowed at any vehicle speed, with the exception of 4th

DRIVING THROUGH WATERIf driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed veryslowly especially if the depth is not known. Never drive th

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowableweight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). Thesenumbers are shown on the S

Exceeding the Safety Certification Label axle weight rating limitscould result in substandard vehicle handling, performance,engine, transmission and/o

Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacitiesthan the originals because they may lower the vehicle’s GVWRand GAWR limitations. Repl

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCETo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside assistance program

U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicle customers who require roadside assistance,call 1–800–241–3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1–800–521–4140.Canadian cus

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCHFUELRESETThis device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the enginewhen your vehicle has had a substantial jolt

Standard fuse amperage rating and colorCOLORFuseratingMinifusesStandardfusesMaxifusesCartridgemaxifusesFuse linkcartridge2A Grey Grey ———3A Violet Vio

The fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description1 5A Starter relay coil2 5A Radio start sign

Low washer fluid: Illuminateswhen the windshield washer fluid islow.Bulb warning: A text messageindicates when one of the exteriorfront turn lamps or

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description9 15A Right-hand headlamp10 5A Left-hand turn/park lamp and sidemarker11 15

Front power distribution boxThe front power distribution box islocated in the engine compartment.The power distribution box containshigh-current fuses

The high-current fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription1 10A* A/C clutch2 15A* Heated wiper park

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription13 — Not used14 30A** ABS module power15 — Not used16 30A** Blower motor17 — Not used

Rear power distribution boxThe rear power distribution box islocated in the luggage compartmentunder the spare tire well cover. Thepower distribution

The high-current fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription1 15A* Rear Electronics Module (REM)2 5A*

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription27 30A** SSP128 30A** REM -Right front window29 30A** Rear defroster30 — Not used31 4

When driving with the temporary spare tire do not:• exceed 80 km/h (50 mph)• load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on theSafety C

3. Lift the trunk cargo cover andremove the spare tire, jack and toolbag with lug wrench.4. Loosen each wheel lug nutone-half turn counterclockwise bu

5. Put the jack in the jack notchnext to the tire you are changing.Turn the jack handle clockwise untilthe wheel is completely off theground.Never use

GAUGESSpeedometer: Indicates thecurrent vehicle speed.Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolanttemperature. At normal operatingtempera

9. Remove the jack and fully tightenthe lug nuts in the order shown.Note: The jack cannot beproperly stowed when a full sizetire is placed here. Secur

Wheel lug nut torque specificationsRetighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 800 km (500 miles)after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, cha

1. Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle.2. Do not disconnect the battery of your disabled vehicle as this coulddamage the vehicle’s electri

2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)terminal of the assisting battery.3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negat

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to the spare tiretie-down stud. (Your vehicle may be equipped with a plastic cap on topof the t

Removing the jumper cablesRemove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected.1. Remove the jumper cable from the spare tire tie-dow

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

WRECKER TOWINGIf you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, y

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDAt homeYou must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized Ford dealer forwarranty repairs. While any Ford dealership handli

In Canada:Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E41-800-565-3673 (FORD)www.ford.caIf yo

Odometer: Registers the totalkilometers (miles) of the vehicle.Trip odometer: Registers thekilometers (miles) of individualjourneys. To reset, depress

In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to theDispute Settlement Board before taking action under the Magnuson-MossWarranty Act, or

The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. FordMotor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations, modifyprocedu

What the Board needsTo have your case reviewed you must complete the application in theDSB brochure and mail it to the address provided on the applica

Making a decisionBoard members review all available information related to eachcomplaint, including oral presentations, and arrive at a fair and impar

In the CAMVAP program, impartial third-party arbitrators conducthearings at mutually convenient times and places in an informalenvironment. These impa

ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURETo order the publications in this portfolio, contact Helm, Incorporated at:HELM, INCORPORATEDP.O. Box 07150Detro

2. Four or more repair attempts are made on the same nonconformity (adefect or condition that substantially impairs the use, value or safety ofthe veh

WASHING THE EXTERIORWash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralPh shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A), which is

PAINT CHIPSYour dealer has touch-up paint and sprays to match your vehicle’s color.Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver’s door jam

• Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaningthe engine.• Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in therunnin

AUDIOPHILE SATELLITE READY AM/FM STEREO IN-DASH SIX CDRADIO1. Seek: Press and releaseSEEK/ for previous/nextstrong station, selection or track.2. Rewi

• Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts.• Wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol orwindshield washer so

INTERIORFor fabric, carpets, cloth seats, safety belts and seats equipped with sideair bags:• Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.• Remov

FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTSYour Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer has many quality products availableto clean your vehicle and protect i

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle:• We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easylocation.• We provide a

OPENING THE HOOD1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located at the bottomleft of the instrument panel.2.Go to the front of the vehicle

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDAdd fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely.Only use a washer

5. Locate and carefully remove theengine oil level indicator (dipstick).6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove itagain.•

3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above theMAX mark on the engine oil level indicator (dipstick).4. Install the indicato

BATTERYYour vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich is located in the luggagecompartment, next to the spare tire.Your batte

Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuricacid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyeswhen working near

4. Mute: Press to MUTE playingmedia; press again to return toplaying media5. Eject: Press to eject a CD. Pressand hold to eject all loaded discs.6. Ba

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recyclin

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir.• The engine coolant should be at the “cold fill level” or within the “c

Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam andscalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn youbadly. Also, you can be bur

To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the engine iscool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap. Thecooling system is under press

Coolant refill capacityTo find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, referto Refill capacities in this chapter.Fill your engine c

When this occurs the vehicle will still operate. However:• The engine power will be limited.• The air conditioning system will be disabled.Continued o

If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive pressure orvacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or causethe fuel cap to disengag

• Be particularly careful if you are taking “Antabuse” or other forms ofdisulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism. Breathing gasoline vapors,or skin

If the “Check Fuel Cap” indicator comes on and stays on after you startthe engine, the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed. Turn off theengi

with the recommended octane rating, see your dealer or a qualifiedservice technician to prevent any engine damage.Fuel qualityIf you are experiencing

FIND Program type: Allows you to search RDS-equipped stations for acertain category of music format: Classic, Country, Info, Jazz, Oldies,R&B, Rel

Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. Thecustomer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel systemif an authorized Motorcr

2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (in litersor gallons).3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tan

• Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and mayreduce fuel economy.• Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fue

It is important to note the box in the lower left corner of the windowsticker. These numbers represent the Range of L/100 km (MPG)expected on the vehi

Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. Bylaw, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services,sells, leases, tr

If the vehicle’s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced,the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a “not ready for I/M test”conditi

BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIRThe fluid level will drop slowly asthe brakes wear, and will rise whenthe brake components are replaced.Fluid levels between the

Changing the air filter element1. Loosen the hose clamp on theoutlet tube at the air filter housing.2. Release the two clamps thatsecure the cover to

5. Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filterelement edges between the air filter housing and cover. This could causefilter

Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use on passengercars. They do not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires,space-saver or temp

13. Power/volume: Press to turnON/OFF; turn to increase ordecrease volume levels.Speed sensitive volume: Radiovolume changes automatically andslightly

The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire thatis properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed,underinflation, or excessiv

INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALLFederal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardizedinformation on the sidewall of all tires. This

7. H: Indicates the tire’s speed rating. The speed rating denotes thespeed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods oftime under

10. Tire Ply Composition and Material Used: Indicates the number ofplies indicates or the number of layers of rubber-coated fabric in the tiretread an

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires“LT” type tires have some additionalinformation than those of “P” typetires; t

Information on “T” type tiresT145/80D16 is an example of a tiresize.Note: The temporary tire size foryour vehicle may be different thanthis example.1.

Use the recommended cold inflation pressure for optimum tireperformance and wear. Under-inflation or over-inflation may causeuneven treadwear patterns

6. Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails or otherobjects embedded that could poke a hole in the tire and cause an airleak.7. Chec

• Front Wheel Drive (FWD)vehicles (front tires at top ofdiagram)• Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)vehicles/Four Wheel Drive (4WD)vehicles (front tires at top of

Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires.Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask a qualified technician at areputable rep

Seating and Safety Restraints 73Seating 73Safety restraints 76Air bags 86Child restraints 97Driving 109Starting 109Brakes 112Traction control/AdvanceT

CAT: CAT is only available when equipped with Satellite Radio. YourAudiophile radio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kitto enable S

• Avoid fast starts, stops and turns• Avoid potholes and objects on the road• Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parkingIf you

The use of snow cables is not recommended for this vehicle, as damageto your vehicle may occur under extreme handling or rough roadconditions. However

Fluid Ford PartNameApplication CapacityEngine coolant2MotorcraftPremium GoldEngine Coolant(yellow-colored)3.9L-4V V8engine11.3L (11.9quarts)Power stee

5Approximate dry capacity, includes cooler and tubes. Fluid level shouldbe checked by a qualified service technician.6Use of synthetic or synthetic bl

Item Ford partnameFord partnumberFordspecificationLock cylinders MotorcraftPenetrating andLock LubricantXL-1 nonePower steeringfluidMotorcraftMERCON威

ENGINE DATAEngine 3.9L-4V V8 engineDisplacement 3 949 cc (241 cid)Required fuel 91 octaneFiring order 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8Spark plug gap 0.99-1.09 mm (0.03

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLECertification labelThe National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Certification label be affixedt

Vehicle identification number (VIN)The vehicle identification number isattached to a metal tag and islocated on the driver sideinstrument panel. (Plea

Transmission/Transaxle code designationsYou can find a transmission/transaxle code on the vehicle certificationlabel which is located on the door pill

Passenger car application:Code Transmission/Transaxle DescriptionFront wheel drive manual transaxleR5–speed overdrive (MTX75)W5–speed overdrive (M5)Fr

CD/CD PLAYER CAREDo:• Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface.• Inspect discs before playing. Clean only with an approved CD

FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local authorized Ford or Ford

Floor matsInterior trim kitsLeather wrapped steering wheelsScuff platesSpeed controlLifestyleBike racksCargo organization and managementEngine block h

AAccessory delay ...40Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ...86, 94and child safety seats ...

waxing ...157wheels ...158wiper blades ...159Climate con

Exhaust fumes ...112FFail safe cooling ...174Floor mats ...60Fluid capacit

KKeyless entry systemautolock ...68Keyspositions of the ignition ...109LLampsautolamp system ...

belt minder ...81extension assembly ...85for adults ...77–80for children ...

DUAL ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL(DEATC) SYSTEM1. A/C control: Press to turn onand manually control the airconditioning. Press again todis

5. DUAL zone selector: Press totoggle the system between singlezone and dual zone control.6.(Defrost): Distributes outside air through the windshieldd

16. EXT control: Press to displaythe outside air temperature. Pressagain to return to interiortemperature. Exterior readings are most accurate when th

• Do not place items over theclimate temperature sensor grid.This may cause improperoperation of the system.To aid in side window defogging/demisting

CABIN AIR FILTERYour vehicle is equipped with a Cabin air filter. The particulate airfiltration system is designed to reduce the concentration of airb

MASTER LIGHTING SWITCHTurns the lamps off.Turns on the parkinglamps, instrument panel lamps,license plate lamps and tail lamps.Turns the headlamps on.

Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or duringinclement weather. The Daytime Running Light (DRL) Systemdoes not activate your tail lamps

Note: The panel dimmer control is only active when the autolamp hasdetermined that it is night. The dome light will only go on when thedome light swit

Maintenance and Specifications 163Engine compartment 164Engine oil 165Battery 168Fuel information 175Air filter(s) 187Part numbers 201Refill capacitie

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL• Push down to activate the leftturn signal.• Push up to activate the right turnsignal.INTERIOR LAMPSReading and dome lampsThe read

Using the right bulbsReplacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbsmust be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America an

Replacing headlamp bulbsTo remove the headlamp bulb:1. Make sure headlamp switch is inOFF position, then open the hood.2. Pry up the two retainer pins

6. Without turning, remove the oldbulb from the lamp assembly bypulling it straight out of the lampassembly.To install the new bulb:Handle a halogen h

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs1. Make sure headlamp switch is inOFF position, then open the hood.2. Pry up the two retainer pins torel

Replacing front/rear side marker bulbs1. Make sure the headlamp switch isin the OFF position and thenremove the screw and carefully pullthe lamp assem

Replacing tail/brake/turn/backup lamp bulbsThe tail/brake//turn/backup bulbs are located in the tail lamp assembly,one just below the other. Follow th

4. Rotate the bulb socketcounterclockwise and remove fromlamp assembly.5. Pull the bulb straight out of thesocket and push in the new bulb.6. To compl

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: Rotate the endof the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease the

POWER TILT/TELESCOPE STEERING COLUMNThe steering column can beadjusted manually by moving thefour-way rocker adjustment controllocated below the turn

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 WarningWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, andcertain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known toth

POWER WINDOWSWhen closing the powerwindows, you should verifythey are free of obstructions andensure that children and/or petsare not in the proximity

closed. To re-calibrate the window, press the up switch to raise thewindow until it completes its travel and hold the switch down for 2seconds. Anothe

You can render the switch inoperable by locking the button with yourmaster key.In the event of battery failure, youcan open the trunk by using yourmas

3. Press the SET + control andrelease it.4. Take your foot off the acceleratorpedal.5. The indicatorlight on theinstrument cluster will turn on.Note:•

Increasing speed while using speed controlThere are two ways to set a higherspeed:• Press and hold the SET + controluntil you get to the desiredspeed,

Turning off speed controlThere are two ways to turn off the speed control:• Depress the brake pedal or pressCANCEL. This will not erase yourvehicle’s

In any mode:• Press VOL + or − to adjustvolume.Press the PHONE/MUTE control tomute the playing media. Press againto return to the playing media.HOMELI

Retain the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as forfuture programming procedures (i.e. new HomeLink威 equipped vehiclepurchase). I

5. Press and hold the just-trained HomeLink威 button and observe theamber light. If the light is a constant amber, programming is completeand your devi

• Continue to press and hold the HomeLink威 button (note step 3 in the“Programming” section) while you press and release — every twoseconds (“cycle”) y

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTIONWarning symbols in this guideHow can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possibledamage to others, you

2. The amber indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Withoutreleasing the HomeLink威 button, follow step 2 in the “Programming”section.Fo

4. Push the convertible topswitch on the instrument panel andhold until the top is completelystored in the stowage compartment.5. Push the handle back

3. To remove unfasten the snaps.4. Pull forward and lift off.Raising the convertible topTo raise the convertible top:1. Bring the vehicle to a complet

5. Press the button on theconvertible top handle and pull thehandle down to open both topclamps before the top meets thewindshield header.6. Resume pu

Convertible top and padded molding careTo avoid damage to the cloth top and moldings, use only an approvedFord cleaner, or equivalent. Do not use abra

2. Ensure that the removable top levers are rotated rearward to the fullyopen position. Lock the wheels on the storage cart, and with the help ofat le

6. Partially turn, 1/2 turn forward,the levers of the top (located in therear on the left and right-hand sideof the vehicle).7. Using the mounting key

Removing the topIt is recommended that you prepare the storage rack before removingthe top. See Removable top storage rack in this section.1. Take the

Removable top storage rackIt is recommended that you prepare the storage rack prior to removingthe top from the vehicle.1. Remove the storage rack fro

8. Place the removable top on thestorage rack.9. Make sure the rear edge of theremovable top rests on the rubberbumpers of the rack legs. Thisprevents

SPECIAL NOTICESEmission warrantyThe New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-BumperCoverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and

CELL PHONE USEThe use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasinglyimportant in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,dri

KEYSThe key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacementkeys are available from your dealer.You should always carry a second key w

The inside lights will not turn off if:• they have been turned on using the dimmer control or• any door is open.The battery saver feature will turn of

Keep vehicle doors andluggage compartmentlocked and keep keys and remotetransmitters out of a child’s reach.Unsupervised children could lockthemselves

If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle,ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are taken to your authorizeddealer to ai

Opening the trunkPress once to open the trunk.• Ensure that the trunk is closed and latched before driving yourvehicle. Failure to properly latch the

To replace the battery:1. Twist a thin coin between the twohalves of the remote entrytransmitter near the key ring. DONOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVERAND CIR

How to reprogram your remote entry transmittersYou must have all remote entry transmitters (maximum of four)available before beginning this procedure.

The inside lights will not turn off if:• they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or• any door is open.The battery saver will shut off the in

5. Turn the ignition back to RUN. The horn will chirp.6. Press the unlock control, then press the lock control. The horn willchirp once if autolock wa

Special instructionsFor your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electroniccontrols.Please read the section Supplemental Restraint

Automatic disarmingSwitching the ignition to the 4 (RUN) position with a coded key disarmsthe vehicle.• TheTHEFTindicator will illuminate for three se

Programming spare keysA maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle. OnlySecurilock娂 keys can be used. To program a coded key yourself, youwill

PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEMThe perimeter anti-theft system will warn you in the event of anunauthorized entry to your vehicle.If there is any potential per

SEATINGNotes:Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in theevent of a

Using the manual lumbar supportThe lumbar control is located on thefront of the driver’s seat cushion.Turn to adjust lumbar support.Using the manual r

The driver and passenger seat must be in the upright positionand the lap belt must be snug and low across the hips while thevehicle is moving.Reclinin

Adjusting the passenger’s power seatThe control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion.Press the control to move the seatforward or backw

Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while thevehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child frominjury in a collision.All

1. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) until you hear a snap and feelit latch.

Automatic locking modeHow to use the automatic locking mode• Buckle the combination lap andshoulder belt.• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.Vehicle Symbol GlossarySafety AlertSee Owner’s GuideFasten Safety Belt Air Bag-FrontAir Bag-

When to use the automatic locking mode• Anytime a child safety seat is installed in the vehicle. Refer to SafetyRestraints for Children or Safety Seat

Safety belt warning light and indicator chimeThe safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and achime sounds to remind the occup

If... Then...The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the vehicle hasreached at least 5 km/h (3mph) and 1-2 minutes haveelapsed since the ignitio

Reasons given... Consider...“I was in a hurry” Prime time for an accident.BeltMinder reminds us to take a fewseconds to buckle up.“Safety belts don’t

One time disableAny time the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during anignition ON cycle, the BeltMinder will be disabled for that ignition c

• This will disable BeltMinder if it is currently enabled, or enableBeltMinder if it is currently disabled.7. Confirmation of disabling BeltMinder is

Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety beltassembly under the above conditions could result in severepersonal injuries in the event of

Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries.Steps you can take to properl

How does the safety belt pretensioner and air bag supplementalrestraint system work?The safety belt pretensioner and airbag SRS are designed to activa

Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do nottouch them after inflation.If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function

Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower WindowsFront/RearPower Window LockoutChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleaseSymbolPanic Alarm Eng

Passenger front and side air bag ON/OFF switchAn air bag ON/OFF switchhas been installed in thisvehicle. Before driving, alwayslook at the face of the

Turning the front and side passenger air bags back onThe front and side passenger air bags remain OFF until you turn themback ON.1. Insert the ignitio

The vast majority of drivers and passengers are much safer with an airbag than without. To do their job and reduce the risk of life threateninginjurie

• makes the potential harm from the passenger air bag in a crashgreater than the potential harm from turning OFF the air bag andallowing the passenger

3. Medical condition: A passenger has a medical condition that,according to his or her physician:• poses a special risk for the passenger if the air b

All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety beltseven when an air bag SRS is provided.How does the side air bag system work?The side

Several air bag systemcomponents get hot afterinflation. Do not touch them afterinflation.If the side air bag hasdeployed, the air bag willnot functio

Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles (includingpretensioners)See your local dealership or qualified technician. Air bags MUST BEdisposed

Child booster seatsChildren outgrow a typical convertible or toddler seat when they weigh40 pounds and are around 4 years of age. Although the lap/sho

Types of booster seatsThere are two types of belt-positioning booster seats:• Those that are backless.If your backless booster seat has aremovable shi