Caution:
If the HUD image is too bright or too high in your field of view, it may take you more time to see things you need to see when it is dark outside. Be sure to keep the HUD image dim and placed low in your field of view.If your vehicle has the HUD, it can display the speedometer reading in English or metric. The current radio station, CD number and/or track number or tape may also be displayed and will appear as an image focused out toward the front of your vehicle.
The Head-Up Display also displays the following messages when they appear on the instrument panel cluster:
| • | Turn Signal Indicators |
| • | High-Beam Indicator |
| • | Low-Fuel Warning Message |
See each of these in the Index for more information.
The Head-Up Display also displays a CHECK GAGES icon, the following lights and message could appear on the instrument panel cluster when CHECK GAGES appears:
| • | Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Message |
| • | Low Oil Pressure Message |
| • | Charging System Indicator Message |
| • | Low Brake Fluid Warning Message |
See each of these in the Index for more information.
Under warning conditions, the CHECK GAGES icon will illuminate in the HUD, look at the instrument panel cluster for more information.
Notice: If you try to use the HUD image as a parking aid, you may misjudge the distance and damage your vehicle. Do not use the HUD image as a parking aid.
The HUD controls are located to the right of the instrument panel cluster.
When the HUD is on, the speedometer reading will be displayed continually. The current radio station, cassette tape or CD number and track number will only be displayed for three seconds after the radio, tape or CD track status changes. This will happen whenever one of the radio controls is pressed, either on the radio or on the optional steering wheel controls.
To adjust the HUD so you can see it properly:
- Start your engine and turn the dimmer knob to the desired HUD image brightness.
- Adjust the driver's seat. If you change your seat position you may have to readjust your HUD.
- Press the UP or DN buttons until the HUD image is easy to see and then press the DN button until the HUD image is as low as possible, but, remains in full view straight ahead near the front bumper.
- To turn the image off, turn the dimmer knob counterclockwise to OFF.
The brightness of the HUD image is determined by the ambient light conditions in the direction your vehicle is facing and where you have the HUD dimmer knob set. If you are facing a dark object or a heavily shaded area, your HUD may anticipate that you are entering a dark area and may begin to dim.
The HUD image can only be adjusted up and down, not side-to-side.
If the sun comes out or it becomes cloudy, you may need to adjust the HUD brightness again using the dimmer knob. Polarized sunglasses could make the HUD image harder to see.
Clean the inside of the windshield as needed to remove any dirt or film that reduces the sharpness or clarity of the HUD image.
To clean the HUD, spray household glass cleaner on a soft, clean cloth. Wipe the HUD lens gently, then dry it. Do not spray cleaner directly on the lens because the cleaner could leak into the unit.
If the ignition is on and you can't see the HUD image, check to see if one of the following has occurred:
| • | Something is covering the HUD unit. |
| • | The HUD dimmer knob is adjusted properly. |
| • | The HUD image is adjusted to the proper height. |
| • | Ambient light (in the direction your vehicle is facing) is low. |
| • | A fuse is blown. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers . |
If you ever have to have your windshield replaced, be sure to get one that is designed for the HUD or your HUD image may look blurred and out of focus.
