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Replacing back-up lamp bulbs
The back-up lamp bulbs are located behind the liftgate trim panels.
To change the back-up lamp bulbs:
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position.
2. Remove the liftgate trim panel by
removing the retaining nuts to
expose the bulb socket.
3. Turn the bulb socket
counterclockwise and pull it out of
the back-up lamp assembly.
4. Pull out the old bulb and replace
it by pushing in a new bulb.
5. Push the connector back into the back-up lamp assembly and turn it
clockwise to secure it in place.
6. Reinstall the liftgate trim panel.
Replacing liftgate tail lamp bulb
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position.
2. Raise the liftgate and remove the
two retaining nuts on the underside
of the liftgate.
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3. Pull the lamp assembly straight
out (it will snap out of a plastic
retaining grommet).
4. Turn the wire harness
counterclockwise to remove it from
the lamp.
5. Pull out the bulb and replace it
with a new one.
6. Turn the harness clockwise to
install it.
7. Snap the lamp assembly back into
place.
8. Replace the retaining nuts.
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Replacing license plate lamp bulb
The license plate bulbs are located in the license plate housing assembly
on the liftgate. To change the license plate bulbs:
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position.
2. Remove the license lamp screw
from the assembly.
3. Pull the lamp down and twist the
bulb socket counterclockwise.
Remove the bulb socket from the
lamp.
4. Pull out the old bulb and push in
the new bulb.
5. Install the bulb socket in the lamp assembly by turning it clockwise.
6. Install the lamp assembly and secure it with the retaining screw.
Approach lamp/mirror turn signal bulb removal (if equipped)
To change the bulbs:
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position and then fold
the mirror forward.
2. Remove the torx screw on the
bottom of the turn signal lens using
a T-10 torx driver.
3. Pull the turn signal lens down to
remove it from the mirror assembly
4. Disconnect the bulb assembly
from the lens.
5. Remove and replace the bulb.
6. Reverse the order to reassemble lamp and lens.
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Changing the wiper blades
It is recommended that wiper blades are renewed before winter.
To replace the wiper blades:
1. Fold back the wiper arm and
position the wiper blade at right
angles to the wiper arm.
2. To remove, press the retaining
clip (A) to disengage the wiper
blade, then pull the blade down
toward the windshield to remove it
from the arm.
3. Install the new wiper blade on the
arm and press it into place until a click is heard.
Changing rear window wiper blade
The rear wiper arm is designed without a service position. This reduces
the risk of damage to the blade in an automatic car wash.
To replace the wiper blade:
1. Lift and hold the wiper blade off
the glass.
2. Press the release tab to unlock
wiper blade from wiper arm.
3. Pull the wiper blade toward the
base of the wiper arm and remove it
from the arm.
4. Attach the new wiper to the
wiper arm and press it into place
until a click is heard.
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TILT STEERING
Push the lever down to unlock the
steering column. While the lever is
in the down position, tilt the
steering column to the desired
position.
While holding the steering wheel,
pull the lever up to its original
position to lock the steering column.
Never adjust the steering
column when the vehicle is
moving.
ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR
(IF EQUIPPED)
To turn on the visor mirror lamps,
lift the mirror cover open.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE
The appearance of your vehicle ’ s overhead console will vary according to
your option package.
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Power liftgate control (if equipped)
Without a moon roof
With a moon roof
Press and release the top portion of
the control to open the power
liftgate.
Press and release the top portion of
the control again to close the power
liftgate.
Make sure all persons are clear of the power liftgate area before
using the power liftgate control.
CLOCK
Press the right control to increase
the time displayed.
Press the left control to decrease
the time displayed.
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A third auxiliary power point is
located on the right rear quarter
panel. The power point is accessible
from the liftgate.
POWER WINDOWS
When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free
of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in
the proximity of the window openings.
The power window switches located
on the center console are called
push-pull switches.
A. Drivers side
B. Window lock
C. Front passenger side
D. Left and right rear passenger
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Security Override
If during a bounce-back condition, the switch is released to the neutral
position, then held in the one touch up position within two seconds after
the window reaches the bounce-back position, the window will travel
up with no bounce-back protection. If the switch is released before
the window reaches fully closed or the ignition is turned OFF (without
accessory delay being active), the window will stop. Security override
can be used if there is ice on the window or seals, causing a restriction.
Window lock
The window lock feature allows only
the driver to operate the rear power
windows.
To lock out the rear window
controls push the control down. To
restore the rear window controls,
push the control down. The control
will spring back up to the neutral
position.
Accessory delay
With accessory delay, the radio, windows, and moonroof operate for up
to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned from the ON to the
OFF position or until any door is opened.
MIRRORS
Automatic dimming rear view mirror
Your vehicle is equipped with an inside rear view mirror with an
auto-dimming function. The electronic day/night mirror will change from
the normal state to the non-glare state when bright lights (glare) reach
the inside rear view mirror. When the inside rear view mirror detects
bright light from in front of or behind the vehicle, the inside rear view
mirror will automatically adjust (darken) to minimize glare.
Do not block the sensor on the backside of the inside rear view mirror
since this may impair proper system performance.
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