Hyundai Tiburon User manual

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This Owner's Manual should be considered a part of the car and remain with it when it is sold for the use of the next owner.
OWNER'S I.D.
ORIGINAL OWNER
ADDRESS
CITY STATE ZIP CODE
DELIVERY DATE
(Date Sold to Original Retail purchaser)
DEALER NAME DEALER NO.
ADDRESS
CITY STATE ZIP CODE
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OWNER'S MANUAL
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Operation
Maintenance
Specifications
All information in this Owner's Manual is current at the time of publication. However, Hyundai reserves the right to make changes at any
time so that our policy of continual product improvement may be carried out.
This manual applies to all Hyundai Tiburon models and includes descriptions and explanations of optional as well as standard equipment.
As a result, you may find material in this manual that does not apply to your specific vehicle.
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A010A02A-AAT WARRANTIES FOR YOUR HYUNDAI VEHICLE
o New Vehicle 60 Months/60,000 Miles Limited Warranty
o New Vehicle 120 Months/100,000 Miles Limited Powertrain Warranty (original owner only)
o Anti-Perforation Limited Warranty
o Emission Defect Warranty - Federal Vehicle
o California Emission Control System Warranty (if applicable)
o Emission Performance Warranty - Federal Vehicle
o Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty
NOTE:
Detailed warranty information is provided in your Hyundai Owner's Handbook.
A020A01A-AAT RESPONSIBILITY FOR MAINTENANCE
ThemaintenancerequirementsforyournewHyundaiarefoundinSection5.Astheowner,itisyourresponsibility
to see that all maintenance operations specified by the manufacturer are carried out at the appropriate intervals.
Whenthevehicleisusedinseveredrivingconditions,morefrequentmaintenanceisrequiredforsomeoperations.
Maintenance requirements for severe operating conditions are also included in Section 5.
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A040A01A-AAT FOREWORD
Thank you for choosing Hyundai. We are pleased to welcome you to the growing number of discriminating people who
drive Hyundais. The advanced engineering and high-quality construction of each Hyundai we build is something of which
we're very proud.
Your Owner's Manual will introduce you to the features and operation of your new Hyundai. It is suggested that you read
it carefully because the information it contains can contribute greatly to the satisfaction you receive from your new car.
Themanufactureralsorecommendsthatallserviceandmaintenanceonyourcarbeperformed by an authorized Hyundai
dealer. Hyundai dealers are prepared to provide high-quality service, maintenance and any other assistance that may
be required.
A050A04A-AAT HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
Note : Becausefuture ownerswillalsoneedthe information includedinthismanual,if yousell thisHyundai,please leave
the manual in the vehicle for their use. Thank you.
CAUTION:
Severe engine and transaxle damage may result from the use of poor quality fuels and lubricants that do not
meet Hyundai specifications. You must always use high quality fuels and lubricants that meet the specifica-
tions listed on Page 9-4 in the Vehicle Specifications section of the Owner's Manual and which also appear
in the Service Station Information on the back cover of the Owner's Manual.
Copyright 2004 Hyundai Motor Company. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in
any retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of Hyundai Motor
Company.
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A070A01A-AAT CAUTION: MODIFICATIONS TO YOUR HYUNDAI
YourHyundaishouldnotbemodifiedinanyway.Suchmodificationsmayadverselyaffecttheperformance,safety
ordurability of your Hyundai and may, inaddition, violate conditions of the limited warrantiescovering the vehicle.
Certainmodificationsmayalso be inviolationofregulationsestablishedby the U.S.DepartmentofTransportation
and other federal or state agencies.
A080A01S-AAT TWO-WAY RADIO OR CELLULAR TELEPHONE INSTALLATION
Your vehicle is equipped with electronic fuel injection and other electronic components. It is possible for an
improperly installed/adjusted two-way radio or cellular telephone to adversely affect electronic systems. For this
reason, we recommend that you carefully follow the radio manufacturer's instructions or consult your Hyundai
dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions if you choose to install one of these devices.
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A090A01A-AAT SAFETY AND VEHICLE DAMAGE WARNING
This manual includes information titled as WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE.
These titles indicate the following:
WARNING:
This indicates that a condition may result in harm, serious injury or death to you or other persons if
the warning is not heeded. Follow the advice provided with the warning.
CAUTION:
This indicates that a condition may result in damage to your vehicle or its equipment if the caution is
not heeded. Follow the advice provided with the caution.
NOTE:
This indicates that interesting or helpful information is being provided.
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A100A03A-AAT
GUIDE TO HYUNDAI GENUINE PARTS
1. What are Hyundai Genuine Parts?
Hyundai Genuine Parts are the same parts
used by Hyundai Motor Company to manu-
facture vehicles. They are designed and
tested for the optimum safety, performance,
and reliability to our customers.
2. Why should you use genuine parts?
Hyundai Genuine Parts are engineered and
built to meet rigid manufacturing require-
ments. Using imitation, counterfeit or used
salvage parts is not covered under the
Hyundai New Vehicle Limited Warranty or
anyother Hyundai warranty. In addition, any
damage to or failure of Genuine Hyundai
Parts caused by the installation or failure of
animitation,counterfeitor usedsalvagepart
is not covered by any Hyundai Warranty.
3. How can you tell if you are purchasing
Hyundai Genuine Parts?
LookfortheHyundaiGenuineParts Logoon
the package (see below).
HyundaiGenuinePartsexportedtotheUnited
States are packaged with labels written only
in English.
HyundaiGenuinePartsareonlysoldthrough
authorized Hyundai Dealerships.
Tofindtheclosestauthorizeddealercall
1-800-826-CARS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION
5
1
2
3
4
6
7
8
9
10
FEATURESOFYOURHYUNDAI
DRIVINGYOURHYUNDAI
WHATTO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
CORROSIONPREVENTION&APPEARANCECARE
VEHICLEMAINTENANCEREQUIREMENTS
DO-IT-YOURSELFMAINTENANCE
EMISSIONCONTROL SYSTEMS
CONSUMER INFORMATION, REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS &
BINDINGARBITRATIONOFWARRANTYCLAIMS
VEHICLESPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
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INSTRUMENTSANDCONTROLS
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1. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Switch (If installed)
2. Panel Brightness Control Knob
(Rheostat Switch)
3. Multi-Function Light Switch
4. Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch
5. Front Fog Light switch (If installed)
6. Hazard Warning Switch
7. Digital Clock
8. Passenger's Air Bag
9. Glove Box
10.Hood Release Lever
11.Fuse Box Relay
12.Steering Wheel Tilt Lever (If installed)
13.Horn and Driver's Airbag
14.Cruise Control Switch (If installed)
15.Heating and Cooling Controls
16.Ashtray
17.Cigarette Lighter
18.Shift Lever
19.Audio System (If installed)
20.Parking Brake Lever
21.Center Console
CAUTION:
When installing a container of liquid air freshener inside the vehicle, do not place it near the instrument cluster nor
on the instrument panel surface. If there is any leakage from the air freshener onto these areas (Instrument cluster,
instrument panel or air ventilator), it may damage these parts. If the liquid from the air freshener does leak onto
these areas, wash them with water immediately.
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YOURVEHICLEATAGLANCE
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INDICATOR SYMBOLS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL
* More detailed explanations of these items will be found beginning on page 1-36.
Malfunction Indicator Light
SRS (Airbag) Service Reminder Indicator (SRI)
Tail Gate Open Warning Light
Low Fuel Level Warning Light
Door Ajar Warning Light and Chime
ABS Service Reminder Indicator (SRI) (If installed)
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
High Beam Indicator Light
Low Oil Pressure Warning Light
Parking Brake/ Low Brake Fluid Level Warning Light
Charging System Warning Light
CRUISE Indicator Light (If installed)
Seat Belt Reminder Light and Chime
CRUISE SET Indicator Light (If installed)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Indicator Lights (If installed)
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FEATURES OF YOUR HYUNDAI
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Fuel Recommendations ................................................ 1-2
Breaking in Your New Hyundai..................................... 1-3
Keys.............................................................................. 1-3
Door (Teft-Alarm System)...................................... 1-4, 1-6
Power Windows ............................................................ 1-8
Seats............................................................................. 1-9
Seat Belts.................................................................... 1-14
Child Restraint System ............................................... 1-20
Supplemental Restraint (AIRBAG) System (SRS) ..... 1-26
Instrument Cluster and Indicator Lights ...................... 1-34
Warning and Indicator Lights ...................................... 1-36
Multi-Function Light Switch ......................................... 1-43
Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch............................... 1-45
Sunroof ....................................................................... 1-51
Mirror........................................................................... 1-54
Hood Release ............................................................. 1-57
Cruise Control............................................................. 1-63
Audio Remote Control Switch ..................................... 1-65
Heating and Cooling Control ....................................... 1-67
Stereo Sound System................................................. 1-84
Audio System.............................................................. 1-86
Antenna..................................................................... 1-123
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2FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS
CAUTION:
Your Hyundai's New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty may not cover damage to the fuel
system and any performance problems that
are caused by the use of fuels containing
methanol or fuels containing MTBE (Methyl
Tertiary Butyl Ether) over 15.0% vol. (Oxy-
gen Content 2.7% weight.)
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WhatAboutGasohol?
Gasohol (a mixture of 90% unleaded gasoline
and 10% ethanol or grain alcohol) may be used
in your Hyundai. However, if your engine devel-
ops driveability problems, the use of 100%
unleaded gasoline is recommended. Fuels with
unspecified quantities of alcohol, or alcohols
other than ethanol, should not be used.
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Use Unleaded Gasoline
Unleaded gasoline with a Pump Octane
Rating of 87 (Research Octane Number 91)
or higher must be used in your Hyundai.
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Do Not Use Methanol
Fuelscontainingmethanol(woodalcohol)should
not be used in your Hyundai. This type of fuel
can reduce vehicle performance and damage
components of the fuel system.
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UNLEADED
FUEL ONLY
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Use of MTBE
Hyundai recommends that fuels containing
MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) over 15.0%
vol. (Oxygen Content 2.7% weight) should not
be used in your Hyundai.
FuelcontainingMTBEover 15.0% vol.(Oxygen
Content 2.7% weight) may reduce vehicle per-
formance and produce vapor lock or hard
starting.
CAUTION:
o Do not "TOP-OFF" after the first nozzle
shut off when refueling.
o The fuel cap must be tightened until cap
clicks, otherwise " " light may illumi-
nate.
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3
BREAKING IN YOUR NEW
HYUNDAI
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Gasolines for Cleaner Air
To help contribute to cleaner air, Hyundai rec-
ommends that you use gasolines treated with
detergent additives, which help prevent deposit
formation in the engine. These gasolines will
help the engine run cleaner and enhance per-
formance of the Emission Control System.
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OperationinForeignCountries
Ifyouaregoing todriveyourHyundaiin another
country, be sure to:
o Observe all regulations regarding registra-
tion and insurance.
o Determine that acceptable fuel is available.
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During the First 1,200 Miles (2,000 Km)
No formal "break-in" procedure is required with
your new Hyundai. However, you can contrib-
utetotheeconomicaloperationanddurabilityof
yourHyundaibyobserving the followingrecom-
mendations during the first 1,200 miles (2,000
km).
o Don't drive faster than 55 MPH (88 km/h).
o Whiledriving, keep your engine speed(rpm,
or revolutions per minute) between 2,000
rpm and 4,000 rpm.
o Use moderate acceleration. Don't start
quickly or depress the accelerator pedal
fully.
o For the first 200 miles (300 km), try to avoid
hard stops.
o Don't lug the engine (in other words, don't
drive so slowly in too high a gear that the
engine "bucks"-shift to a lower gear).
o Whether going fast or slow, vary your speed
from time to time.
o Don'tlettheengineidlelongerthan3minutes
at one time.
o Don'ttowatrailerduringthefirst1,200miles
(2,000 km) of operation.
KEYS
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For greater convenience, the same key oper-
ates all the locks in your Hyundai. However,
because the doors can be locked without a key,
carrying a spare key is recommended in case
you accidentally lock one key inside the car.
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WARNING:
o Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Be-
fore you drive away (especially if there
arechildreninthecar),besurethatall the
doors are securely closed and locked so
that the doors cannot be inadvertently
opened from the inside. This helps en-
sure that the doors will not be opened
accidentally. Also, when combined with
the proper use of seat belts, locking the
doors helps keep occupants from being
ejected from the car in case of an acci-
dent.
o Before opening the door, always look for
and avoid oncoming traffic.
o In case of accident, the door is unlocked
automatically (If installed).
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DOOR
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DOOR LOCKS
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ILLUMINATEDIGNITIONSWITCH
(Ifinstalled)
Whenever a door is opened, the ignition switch
will be illuminated for your convenience, pro-
vided the ignition switch is not in the "ON"
position.
The light will go off approximately 10 seconds
afterclosingthedoororwhentheignitionswitch
is turned on.
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Record Your Key Number
A code number is stamped on the key number
plate that came with the keys to your Hyundai.
This key number plate should be kept in a safe
place,notinthevehicle.Thekeynumbershould
alsoberecordedinaplacewhereitcanbefound
in an emergency.
Ifyouneedadditionalkeys,or if you shouldlose
your keys, your authorized Hyundai dealer can
make new keys if you can supply the key
number.
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5
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Locking From the Outside
The doors can be locked without a key.
To lock the doors first push the inside lock
switch to the "LOCK" position so that the red
mark on the switch is not visible, then close the
door.
NOTE:
o When locking the door this way, be care-
ful not to lock the door with the ignition
key left in the vehicle.
o To reduce the chance of theft, always
remove the ignition key, close all win-
dows, and lock all doors when leaving
your vehicle unattended.
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Lockingandunlockingfrontdoorswitha
key
o The door can be locked or unlocked with a
key.
o Lock the door by turning the key toward the
frontofthevehicleandunlockitbyturningthe
key toward the rear.
NOTE:
The driver's door can be unlocked by turn-
ing the key once toward the rear. If you wish
to unlock all doors, turn the key again
toward the rear within 4 seconds.
The passenger's side will lock or unlock all
doors with just one rotation.
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LOCK
UNLOCK
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Locking From the Inside
To lock the doors from the inside, simply close
thedoorandpush the lockswitchtothe"LOCK"
position. When this is done, neither the outside
nor the inside door handle can be used.
NOTE:
Whenthedoor islocked,the red markonthe
switch is not visible.
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UNLOCK
LOCK
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Armed Stage
Park the car and stop the engine. Arm the
system as described below.
1) Remove the ignition key from the ignition
switch.
2) Makesurethattheenginehoodandtail gate
are closed and latched.
3) Lock the doors using the transmitter of the
keyless entry system.
After completion of the steps above, the turn
signal light will blink once to indicate that the
system is armed.
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Central Door Lock
The central door locking is operated by pushing
the driver's door lock switch toward the front or
rearofthevehicle.Ifthepassengerdoorisopen
when the switch is pushed, the door will remain
locked when closed.
NOTE:
o When pushing the switch toward the
rear, all doors will unlock.
When pushing the switch toward the
front, all doors will lock.
o When the door is unlocked, the red mark
on the switch is visible.
o The central door locking is operated by
turning the key (driver's door only) to-
ward the front or rear of the vehicle.
THEFT-ALARM SYSTEM
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(IfInstalled)
This system is designed to provide protection
from unauthorized entry into the car. This sys-
tem is operated in three stages: the first is the
"Armed"stage,thesecondisthe"Alarm"stage,
and the third is the "Disarmed" stage. If trig-
gered, the system provides an audible alarm
with blinking of the turn signal light.
NOTE:
1) If any door, tail gate or engine hood
remains open, the system will not be
armed.
2) If this happens, rearm the system as
described above.
3) Once the system is armed, only the tail
gate may be unlocked using the key
without disarming the system.
CAUTION:
Do not arm the system until all passengers
haveleftthecar.If thesystemis armedwhile
a passenger(s) remains in the car, the alarm
may be activated when the remaining
passenger(s) leaves the car.
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Alarm Stage
Thealarmwillbeactivatedifanyofthefollowing
occur while the car is parked and the system is
armed.
1) A front door is unlocked and opened without
using the transmitter.
2) Thetailgateisopenedwithoutusingthekey.
3) The engine hood is opened.
Thesirenwillsoundandtheturnsignallampwill
blink continuously for 30 seconds. (This hap-
pens3times).To turn offthesystem,unlockthe
door with the transmitter.
CAUTION:
Avoid trying to start the engine while the
system is armed.
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Disarmed Stage
The system will be disarmed when either of the
following steps are taken:
1) The driver's or passenger's door is un-
locked by depressing the "UNLOCK" button
on the transmitter.
2) In the middle of alarming or after alarming, it
keepsfor30secondswhenthekey is turned
to the "ON" position.
After completing one of steps above, the turn
signal light will blink twice to indicate that the
system is disarmed.
NOTE:
If any door, tail gate or engine hood is not
opened within 30 seconds, the system will
be rearmed.
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LOCK
UNLOCK
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KEYLESSENTRY SYSTEM (Ifinstalled)
NOTE:
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful in-
terference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including inter-
ference that may cause undesired opera-
tion.
CAUTION:
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for com-
pliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
Lockingdoors
1. Close all doors.
2. Push the "LOCK" button on the transmitter.
3. Atthesametimealldoorslock,theturnsignal
lights will blink once to indicate that the
system is armed.
Unlockingdoors
1. Pushthe"UNLOCK"buttononthetransmitter.
2. At the same time all doors unlock, the turn
signallightswillblinktwicetoindicatethatthe
system is disarmed.
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8POWERWINDOW
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The power windows operate only when the
ignition key is in the "ON" position. The main
switches are located on the driver's arm rest
and control the front windows on the respective
sides of the vehicle. The windows may be
opened by depressing the front portion of the
switch. To stop at the desired opening, release
theswitch.Thewindowmaybeclosedbypulling
thefrontportionoftheswitch.Inordertoprevent
operation of the passenger front window by the
passenger,awindowlockswitch(1) is provided
on the arm rest of the driver's door. To disable
the passenger's power window, push the win-
dow lock switch. To revert to normal operation,
push in on the window lock switch again.
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Replacing the battery
When the transmitter's battery begins to get
weak, it may take several pushes on the button
to lock or unlock the doors, and the LED will not
light. Replace the battery as soon as possible.
Battery type : CR2032
Replacement instructions:
1. Carefully separate the case with a blade
screwdriver as shown in the illustration.
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Screwdriver
2. Remove the old battery from the case and
note the polarity. Make sure the polarity of
the new battery is the same(+side facing
down), then insert it in the transmitter.
NOTE:
Install a new battery within 30 seconds after
removing the old one. If installing a new
battery takes more than 30 seconds, take
the following steps.
1) Turn the ignition key to the "ACC" posi-
tion.
2) Make sure that the turn signal lamps
blink once by pushing the "LOCK" or
"UNLOCK" button on the transmitter.
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Battery
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WARNING:
(1)Be careful that someone's head, hands
and body are not trapped by a closing
window.
(2)Never try to operate the main switch on
the driver's door and the individual door
window switch in opposing directions
at the same time. If this is done, the
window will stop and cannot be opened
or closed.
(3)Do not leave children alone in the car.
Always remove the ignition key for their
safety.
Auto-Down Window (Driver's Side)
(IfInstalled)
The Auto-Down window is moved to its fully
open position by pushing the switch. To stop at
thedesiredpositionpushinontheswitchagain.
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SEATS
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ADJUSTABLE FRONT SEATS
WARNING:
Never attempt to adjust the seat while the
vehicle is moving. This could result in loss
of control or an accident which may cause
death, serious injury or property damage.
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