Safety

Antilock brakes are standard. The 2.5 GT sedan has side-impact airbags to protect front-seat occupants.

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    Brake fluid level warning
    This light illuminates when the brake fluid level has dropped to near the “MIN” level of the brake fluid reservoir with the ignition switch in the “ON” position and with the parking brake fully releas ...