To prevent a door lock from freezing, apply deicer through the key hole. If the lock becomes frozen, heat the key before inserting it into the key hole or use the remote keyless entry function on the Intelligent Key.
Antifreeze
In the winter when it is anticipated that the temperature will drop below 32F (0C), check the antifreeze to assure proper winter protection. For additional information, refer to "Engine cooling system" in the "Do-it-yourself" section of this manual.
Battery
If the battery is not fully charged during extremely cold weather conditions, the battery fluid may freeze and damage the battery. To maintain maximum efficiency, the battery should be checked regularly. For additional information, refer to "Battery" in the "Do-it-yourself" section of this manual.
Draining of coolant water
If the vehicle is to be left outside without antifreeze, drain the cooling system, including the engine block. Refill before operating the vehicle.
For additional information, refer to "Changing engine coolant" in the "Do-it-yourself" section of this manual.
Precaution
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and
"SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER"
The Supplemental Restraint System such as "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER", used along with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk
or severity of injury to the driver and front ...
Key cylinder switch
Description
The main power window and door lock/unlock switch detects condition of the
door key cylinder switch and
transmits to BCM as the LOCK or UNLOCK signal.
Component Function Check
1. CHECK DOOR KEY CYLINDER SWITCH INPUT SIGNAL
Check KEY CYL UN-SW, KEY CYL UN-SW in "DATA MONITOR" mod ...
Rear window defogger switch
Description
The rear window defogger is operated by turning the rear window defogger
switch ON.
Turns the indicator lamp in the rear window defogger switch ON
when operating the rear window defogger.
Component Function Check
1. CHECK REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER SWITCH FUNCTION
Check that t ...