Under the Hood
The 2.3-liter four-cylinder develops 156 horsepower (146 hp for PZEV-emissions-compliant models) while the 3.0-liter V-6 turns out 212 hp. Both engines can team with a five-speed manual transmission. A five-speed automatic is available in models equipped with the four-cylinder, while a six-speed automatic is available in V-6-equipped models.
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Automatic transaxle Fluid (ATF)
Inspecting Automatic transaxle Fluid Level
The automatic transaxle fluid level should
be inspected regularly. Measure it as
described below.
CAUTION.
Always check the automatic
transaxle fluid ...
Keyless Entry System
This system remotely locks and unlocks
the doors and opens the trunk lid, and
opens the power windows and the
moonroof.
It can also help you signal for attention.
Operating the theft-deterrent sy ...