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Manual transaxle operation
The manual transaxle has 6 forward gears. This shift pattern is imprinted on the shift knob. The transaxle is fully synchronized in all forward gears so shifting to either a higher or a lower gear ...

Trunk Lid (4 Door)
o The trunk lid is opened by first turning the key clockwise to release the lock, then raising the door manually. o To close, lower the trunk lid, then press down on it until it locks. To be sure ...

Steering Gear Box, Linkage & Boots/Lower Arm Ball Joint
With the vehicle stopped and engine off, check for excessive free-play in the steering wheel. Check the linkage for bends or damage. Check the dust boots and ball joints for deterioration, cracks, ...