Instrument panel overview

1. Driver’s air bag
1. Driver’s air bag
2. Light control / Turn signals 3. Instrument cluster
4. Wiper/Washer
5. Ignition switch
6. Steering wheel
7. Digital clock
8. Hazard
9. Audio controls (if equipped) 10. Climate control system (if equipped) 11. Passenger’s air bag
12. Vent controls
13. Glove box
14. Ashtray
15. Cigar lighter
16. Gear shift lever
17. Auto cruise controls (if equipped) 18. PASSENGER AIR BAG “OFF” indicator

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    Price Ranges
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    On the Road
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    Automatic transaxle
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