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modify the rate of inflation based on the occupant size
provided by the Occupant Classification Module. The
ORC will not detect roll over, or rear impacts.
The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts
of the system whenever the ignition switch is in the
START or RUN positions. These include all of the
items listed above except the steering wheel and
column, and knee bolsters. If the key is in the OFF
position, in the ACC position, or not in the ignition,
the airbags are not on and will not inflate.
Also, the ORC turns on the AIRBAG warning light and
PAD indicator light in the instrument panel for 6 to 8
seconds for a self-check when the ignition is first turned
on. After the self-check, the AIRBAG warning light will
turn off. The PAD indicator light will function normally
(Refer to ªPassenger Airbag Disable (PAD) Indicator
Lightº in this section). If the ORC detects a malfunction
in any part of the system, it turns on the AIRBAGwarning light either momentarily or continuously. A
single chime will sound if the light comes on again after
initial start up.
WARNING!
Ignoring the AIRBAG warning light in your instru-
ment panel could mean you won't have the airbags
to protect you in a collision. If the light does not
come on, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it
comes on as you drive, have the airbag system
checked right away.
²TheOccupant Classification System (OCS)will clas-
sify an occupant into a size category based on sensor
readings from within the seat cushion. Occupants
should try to remain in a normally seated position. If
the occupant's weight is transferred to another object
in the vehicle (i.e. feet on the dashboard), the OCS may
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Also, the fuel system will shut off immediately upon
airbag deployment (gasoline models only). The ignition
switch will need to be cycled (i.e. turn the ignition key
from the ON position to the LOCK position) after ap-
proximately 5 seconds in order to restart the vehicle.Maintaining Your Airbag System
WARNING!
²Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause
it to fail when you need it. You could be injured if the
airbag system is not there to protect you. Do not modify the
components or wiring, including adding any kind of
badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or
the upper right side of the instrument panel. Do not modify
the front bumper, vehicle body structure, or add aftermar-
ket side steps or running boards.
²Do not attempt to modify any part of your advanced airbag
system. The airbag may inflate accidentally or may not
function properly if modifications are made. Take your
vehicle to an authorized dealer for any advanced airbag
system service. If your seat including your trim cover and
cushion needs to be serviced in any way, take the vehicle to
your authorized dealer. Only manufacturer approved seat
accessories may be used. If it is necessary to modify an
advanced airbag system for persons with disabilities, con-
tact your authorized dealer.
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If you would like to connect or disconnect the Blue-
toothŸ connection between a paired cellular phone and
the UConnectŸ system, follow the instruction described
in your cellular phone user's manual.
List Paired Cellular Phone Names
²
Press the 'Phone' button to begin.
²After the9Ready9prompt, say9Setup List Phones9and
the UConnectŸ system will play the phone names of
all paired cellular phones in order from highest prior-
ity to lowest priority.
Select a Lower Priority Paired Cellular Phone
²
Press the 'Phone' button to begin.
²After the9Ready9prompt, say9Setup Select Phone9.
²When prompted, say the phone name of the cellular
phone you wish to use, or say9List Phones9to hear a
list of all the phones that have been paired to yourUConnectŸ system. To select a phone from the list,
press the 'Voice Recognition' button and say9Select9.
²The lower priority phone will only be used for the next
phone call. After that, the UConnectŸ system will
return to using the highest priority phone in the
vehicle.
UConnectŸ System Features
Barge In - Touch Tone Phone Inputs
You can use your UConnectŸ system to access a voice
mail system, an automated service, or any other phone
number that you can dial with any phone. When calling
a number with your UConnectŸ system that normally
requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence on your
cellular phone keypad, you can push the 'Voice Recogni-
tion' button and say the sequence you wish to enter
followed by9Send9. For example, if required to enter your
pin number, you can press the 'Voice Recognition' button
and say93746Send9, or whatever you have made your
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pin. This method can also be used in instances where you
are pressing a number on your keypad to navigate
through a menu structure or to enter a number for a
pager.
Barge In - Overriding Prompts
The 'Voice Recognition' button can be used when you
wish to skip part of a prompt and issue your voice
recognition command immediately. For example, if a
prompt is playing9Would you like to pair a phone, clear
a{9, you could press the 'Voice Recognition' button and
say9Pair A Phone9to select that option without having to
listen to the rest of the voice prompt.
Language Selection
To change the language that the UConnectŸ system is
using, press the 'Phone' button and say the name of the
language you wish to switch to (English, EspaÞol, orFranÕais as equipped). After selecting one of the lan-
guages, all prompts and voice commands will be in the
selected language.
Turning Confirmation Prompts On/Off
Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system
from confirming your choices (e.g. the UConnectŸ sys-
tem will not repeat a phone number before you dial it).
²Press the 'Phone' button to begin.
²After the9Ready9prompt, say9Setup Confirmation9.
The UConnectŸ system will play the current confir-
mation prompt status and you will be given the choice
to change it.
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Low Signal, Battery Strength, and Roam
Notification
The UConnectŸ system will provide notification to
inform you if your cellular phone is in roaming status,
has low signal strength, or has a low battery when you
are trying to place a phone call.
Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad
You can dial a phone number with your cellular phone
keypad and still use the UConnectŸ system. By dialing a
number with your paired BluetoothŸ cellular phone, the
audio will be played through your vehicle's stereo sys-
tem. The UConnectŸ system will work the same as if
you dialed the number using voice recognition.
Mute/Unmute
When you mute the UConnectŸ system, you will still be
able to hear the conversation coming from the other
party, but the other party will not be able to hear you. In
order to mute the UConnectŸ system press the 'VoiceRecognition' button and say9Mute9. In order to unmute
the UConnectŸ system; press the 'Voice Recognition'
button and say9Unmute9.
Help
If you need assistance at any prompt or if you want to
know what your options are at any prompt, say9Help9.
The UConnectŸ system will play all the options at any
prompt if you ask for help.
Cancel
At any prompt, you can say9Cancel9and you will be
returned to the previous menu.
Emergency Assistance
If you are in an emergency, say9Dial Emergency9or9Call
Emergency9and the UConnectŸ system will instruct
your cellular phone to call 911.
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Then, reach under the hood and slide the safety latch to
the right and lift the hood.
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Lower the hood until it is open approximately 12
inches (30 cm) and then push hood closed. This should
secure both latches. Never drive your vehicle unless the
hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.WARNING!
If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when
the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision.
Be sure all hood latches are latched fully before
driving.
LIGHTS
Interior Lights
The overhead lights will come on when a door is opened,
and when the rotating ring on the multi-function control
lever is in a position other than OFF. They may also be
turned on by rotating the control for the dimmer switch
on the multi-function control lever fully upward or by
pressing the ªUnlockº button on the keyfob.
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NOTE:The dome/reading lights will remain on until
the switch is pressed a second time, so be sure they have
been turned off before leaving the vehicle.
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
The electronic vehicle information center (EVIC), when
the appropriate conditions exist, displays the following
messages and symbols. Each message is accompanied by
a series of beeps:
²DRIVER DOOR OPEN
²PASSENGER DOOR OPEN
²N DOORS OPEN (N = 2, 3, 4)
²RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN
²REARGATE OPEN
²LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN
²LIFTGLASS OPEN
²TURN SIGNAL ON (with graphic)
²PERFORM SERVICE
²WASHER FLUID LOW
²REMOTE KEY BATTERY LOW
²NO J1850 BUS MSGS RECEIVED
²LEFT FRONT LOW PRESSURE
²LEFT FRONT HIGH PRESSURE
²RIGHT FRONT LOW PRESSURE
²RIGHT FRONT HIGH PRESSURE
²LEFT REAR LOW PRESSURE
²LEFT REAR HIGH PRESSURE
²RIGHT REAR LOW PRESSURE
²RIGHT REAR HIGH PRESSURE
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Display U.S. or Metric?
Pressing the STEP button when in this display selects US
or Metric. The overhead console and instrument panel
displays will be in the selected units.
Auto Door Locks?
When this feature is selected, all doors and the swing
gate will lock automatically when the speed of the
vehicle reaches 15 mph (25 km/h). Pressing the STEP
button when in this display will select ªYesº or ªNo.º
Auto Unlock On Exit? (Available Only When the
AUTO DOOR LOCKS Feature is Turned On )
When this feature is selected all the vehicle's doors will
unlock when the driver's door is opened if the vehicle is
stopped and the transmission is in P (Park) or N (Neu-
tral) position. Pressing the STEP button when in this
display will select ªYesº or ªNo.º
Remote Unlock Driver's Door 1st?
When this feature is selected only the driver's door will
unlock on the first press of the remote keyless entry
unlock button and require a second press to unlock the
remaining locked doors and swing gate. WhenREMOTE
UNLOCK ALL DOORSis selected all of the doors and
the swing gate will unlock at the first press of the remote
keyless entry unlock button. Pressing the STEP button
when in this display will select DRIVER'S DOOR 1ST or
ALL DOORS. This can also be programmed using the key
fob, refer to ªRemote Keyless Entryº earlier in this
section.
Train Remote?
Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select
ªYesº or ªNo.º
NOTE:Any time you perform this procedure, it is
necessary to retrain all currently trained key fobs.
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