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Locks & Alarm
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ENGINE IMMOBILISATION
Engine immobilisation is an important aspect of 
the security system and is designed to 
safeguard the vehicle from theft, should the 
driver forget to lock the doors. Engine 
immobilisation prevents the engine from being 
started unless a valid key is inserted into the 
ignition switch, and occurs automatically after 
the ignition switch has been turned off.
The engine is re-mobilised by a signal to the 
ignition switch transmitted from a transponder 
contained...

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WARNING
Always check for fuel leaks before resetting 
the switch. Activating the switch when the 
fuel system has been damaged will cause 
additional fuel leakage, increasing the risk of 
fire or personal injury.
REMOTE HANDSET
WARNING
The handset contains delicate electronic 
circuits and must be protected from impact, 
water damage, high temperatures, humidity, 
direct sunlight, the effects of solvents, waxes 
and abrasive cleaners.
When the battery needs replacing, it will be...

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Battery replacement
1.Carefully prise the handset apart, start 
from the keyring end using a small coin or 
screwdriver. Avoid damaging the seal 
between the two halves of the case and DO 
NOT allow dirt or moisture to get inside 
the handset.
2.Slide the battery out of its clip, taking care 
to avoid touching the circuit board or the 
contact surfaces of the clip.
3.Press and hold each button in turn for at 
least five seconds (this will drain any 
residual power from the handset)....

Seats
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SeatsFRONT SEATS
WARNING
To avoid the risk of losing control of the 
vehicle and sustaining personal injury, DO 
NOT adjust the drivers seat or head restraint 
while the vehicle is in motion.
DO NOT travel with the seat backs reclined 
steeply rearwards. Optimum benefit is 
obtained from the seat belt with the seat back 
reclined to a maximum 30 degrees from the 
upright (vertical) position.
SITTING CORRECTLY
The seats, head restraints, seat belts, and 
airbags all contribute to the protection...

Seats
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FRONT SEAT ADJUSTMENT
Forward/backward adjustment
Lift the lever (1) and slide the seat into position. 
Make sure that the seat is locked in position 
before driving.
Backrest adjustment
Rotate the handwheel (2) to adjust.
Lumbar support adjustment 
(Drivers seat only)
Rotate the handwheel (3) to increase or 
decrease support to the lumbar region of the 
back.
Head restraint adjustment
Raise or lower the restraint (4) until the top of 
the cushion is level with the top of the head.WARNING
Head...

Seats
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Backrest release lever (3-door models)
To enable rear seat passengers to enter or exit 
the vehicle, lift the backrest release lever 
upwards to fold the front seat backrest 
forwards. 
After the backrest has been returned to its 
normal, upright position, ensure that it is 
securely retained by attempting to pull it 
forward again, but without operating the 
release lever. There should be no appreciable 
movement.
The rear seat access lever also acts as a seat 
belt presenter, improving access...

Seats
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REAR SEATS
Folding the rear seats
On vehicles not fitted with 60/40 split rear seats 
the whole seat can be folded forwards to 
increase luggage space. On vehicles fitted with 
60/40 split rear seats, either or both parts of the 
seat can be folded.
NOTE: Before folding the rear seats, ensure that 
the centre rear seat belt is unbuckled.
WARNING
Ensure that the rear seat backrests are 
securely latched in the upright position when 
the seat is in use and when loads are carried 
in the luggage...

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Maximum luggage space
To create extra luggage space:
1.Lift the seat release levers to release the 
backrest and fold the seat backrest 
forward.
2.Tip the whole seat assembly forward as 
shown in illustration and readjust the front 
seats as required.
To return the seats to their normal position; 
push the seat base release levers (shown in 
lower inset) rearwards to unlock the seat base 
and unfold the seats. Ensure the seat backrests 
are properly secured by attempting to push 
them forwards...

Seat Belts
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Seat BeltsSEAT BELT SAFETY
WARNING
In a collision, occupants not wearing a seat 
belt can be thrown around inside, or possibly 
thrown out of the vehicle. This is likely to 
result in more serious injuries than would 
have been the case had a seatbelt been worn. 
It may even result in the loss of life.
Seat belts fitted to your vehicle are designed 
for adults and larger children. Each belt 
should be used by one occupant only.
Observe the following precautions:
•Ensure ALL passengers are...

Seat Belts
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PREGNANT WOMEN
WARNING
Pregnant women must wear a correctly 
positioned seat belt; it is safer for mother and 
unborn child.
There are many ways that the belt can be 
misused for the sake of comfort, but there is 
only one way of wearing it safely.
During pregnancy, women should wear the lap 
belt across the hips below the baby, with the 
diagonal belt passing across the shoulder, 
between the breasts and to one side of the baby 
- if in doubt, consult a doctor.
Never place anything between...