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4. Make sure that nothing or no one is on or around
the top. Make sure the trunk cargo cover is in
place with nothing on top or in front of the cargo
cover. SeeRear Storage Area on page 2-44
for more information. Also, make sure the valet
lockout switch is off.
5. Push and hold the
bottom of the retractable
hardtop button located
on the console behind
the shifter lever.
The windows will
automatically lower and
the top will automatically
lower into the storage
area. A chime will sound
when the top has
lowered completely.
If the radio is on, the sound may be muted briey while
the retracable top is lowered. This occurs because a
new audio system equalization is being loaded.
Under certain conditions, the Driver Information Center
(DIC) may display a message regarding the retractable
hardtop. If this happens, seeDIC Warnings and
Messages on page 3-64for more information.Raising the Retractable Hardtop
1. Park on a level surface. Shift the transmission into
PARK (P).
2. The vehicle’s engine must be on or in ACC.
3. Lower both sun visors.
Notice:Raising or lowering the top while the vehicle
is in motion can cause damage to the top or top
mechanism. Make sure the vehicle is in PARK (P) to
lower or raise the top.
4. Make sure nothing or no one is on or around the
top. Make sure the trunk cargo cover is in place
with no cargo on top of or in front of the cargo
cover. SeeRear Storage Area on page 2-44for
more information. Also, be sure the valet lockout
switch is off.
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5. Push and hold the top of
the retractable hardtop
button located behind the
shift lever. The windows
will automatically lower
and the top will raise.
A chime will sound
when the top has
raised completely.
After the top is fully raised, release the retractable
hardtop button. If you press the button again within ve
seconds, the windows will automatically close.
If your radio is on, you may notice a brief mute in
sound. This is normal and due to a new audio system
equalization being loaded for the vehicle with the
top raised.
Under certain conditions, the Driver Information Center
(DIC) may display a message regarding the retractable
hardtop. If this happens, seeDIC Warnings and
Messages on page 3-64for more information.If your vehicle has a power loss, such as a dead
battery, you can still raise the top manually by doing
the following:
1. Lower both sun visors and open both doors.
2. Use the key to open the trunk. SeeKeys on page 2-2
andTrunk on page 2-13for more information.
3. Raise the trunk by hand.
4. Remove the wrench located inside the passenger’s
side storage compartment.
5. Find the hydraulic pump
under the carpet on the
rear driver’s side of
the trunk. Open the
valve by turning it
counterclockwise with
your hand until it stops.
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Instrument Panel Overview...............................3-4
Hazard Warning Flashers................................3-6
Other Warning Devices...................................3-6
Horn.............................................................3-6
Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering
Column......................................................3-7
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.........................3-7
Turn and Lane-Change Signals........................3-8
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer..................3-8
Flash-to-Pass.................................................3-9
Windshield Wipers..........................................3-9
Rainsense™ Wipers......................................3-10
Windshield Washer.......................................3-12
Headlamp Washer........................................3-12
Cruise Control..............................................3-12
Adaptive Cruise Control.................................3-16
Exterior Lamps.............................................3-28
Wiper Activated Headlamps............................3-29
Headlamps on Reminder................................3-29
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).......................3-30
Fog Lamps..................................................3-31
Twilight Sentinel
®..........................................3-31
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver........................3-32
Instrument Panel Brightness...........................3-32
Courtesy Lamps...........................................3-33
Entry/Exit Lighting.........................................3-33
Reading Lamps............................................3-33Battery Run-Down Protection..........................3-33
Head-Up Display (HUD).................................3-34
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)............3-37
Accessory Power Outlets...............................3-38
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter........................3-39
Climate Controls............................................3-40
Dual Climate Control System..........................3-40
Outlet Adjustment.........................................3-45
Passenger Compartment Air Filter...................3-45
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators............3-46
Instrument Panel Cluster................................3-46
Speedometer and Odometer...........................3-48
Trip Odometer..............................................3-48
Tachometer.................................................3-48
Safety Belt Reminder Light.............................3-48
Airbag Readiness Light..................................3-49
Airbag Off Light............................................3-50
Voltmeter Gage............................................3-51
Brake System Warning Light..........................3-52
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light.............3-53
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light......3-53
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage..................3-54
Tire Pressure Light.......................................3-55
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............................3-55
Engine Oil Pressure Gage.............................3-58
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Security Light...............................................3-59
Fog Lamp Light............................................3-59
Lights On Reminder......................................3-59
Highbeam On Light.......................................3-59
Fuel Gage...................................................3-60
Driver Information Center (DIC).......................3-61
DIC Controls and Displays.............................3-61
DIC Warnings and Messages.........................3-64
Other Messages...........................................3-72
DIC Vehicle Personalization............................3-73Trip Computer................................................3-77
Oil Life Indicator...........................................3-77
Audio System(s).............................................3-78
Theft-Deterrent Feature..................................3-78
Audio Steering Wheel Controls.......................3-79
Radio Reception...........................................3-80
Care of Your CDs.........................................3-80
Care of Your CD Player................................3-80
Diversity Antenna System..............................3-81
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System.............3-81
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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The main components of the instrument panel are the following:
A. Head-Up Display (HUD) Controls/Instrument Panel
Brightness Controls. SeeHead-Up Display (HUD) on
page 3-34orInstrument Panel Brightness on
page 3-32.
B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7.
C. Instrument Panel Cluster. SeeInstrument Panel
Cluster on page 3-46.
D. Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever. See “Windshield
Wipers” underTurn Signal/Multifunction Lever
on page 3-7.
E. Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls/Interior
Lamps. SeeDIC Controls and Displays on
page 3-61.
F. Air Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on page 3-45.
G. Hazard Warning Flasher Button. SeeHazard
Warning Flashers on page 3-6.
H. Voice Commands/Audio Controls. SeeOnStar
®
System on page 2-36orAudio Steering Wheel
Controls on page 3-79.
I. Adaptive Cruise Controls. See “Adaptive Cruise
Control (ACC)” underTurn Signal/Multifunction Lever
on page 3-7.J. Horn. SeeHorn on page 3-6.
K. Audio Steering Wheel Controls. SeeAudio Steering
Wheel Controls on page 3-79.
L. Ignition Switch. SeeIgnition Positions on page 2-22.
M. Shift Lever. SeeAutomatic Transmission Operation
on page 2-25.
N. Traction Control Button. SeeTraction Control
System (TCS) on page 5-8.
O. Passenger Airbag Off Indicator. SeeAirbag Off Light
on page 3-50.
P. Retractable Hardtop Button. SeeRetractable
Hardtop on page 2-45.
Q. Cupholders. SeeCupholder(s) on page 2-42.
R. Cigarette Lighter. SeeAshtrays and Cigarette Lighter
on page 3-39.
S. Climate Controls. SeeDual Climate Control System
on page 3-40.
T. Audio/Navigation System. SeeNavigation System
Overview on page 4-2.
U. Glove Box. SeeGlove Box on page 2-42.
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Windshield Washer
K(Washer Fluid):The lever on the right side of the
steering column also controls the windshield washer.
There is a button at the end of the lever. To spray
washer uid on the windshield, press the button and
hold it. The washer will spray until you release the
button. The wipers will continue to clear the window for
about six seconds after the button is released and
then stop or return to your preset speed.
{CAUTION:
In freezing weather, do not use your washer
until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the
washer uid can form ice on the windshield,
blocking your vision.
If the uid in the windshield washer uid reservoir is
low, the message LOW WASHER FLUID will appear on
the Driver Information Center (DIC) display. It will
take 60 seconds after the bottle is relled for this
message to turn off. For information on the correct
washer uid mixture to use, seeWindshield Washer
Fluid on page 6-32andRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 7-11.
Headlamp Washer
Every fourth time the windshield washer button is
pressed, washer uid will clean the headlamps.
Cruise Control
Your vehicle is equipped
with cruise control.
9(Off):This position turns the system off.
R(On):This position activates the system.
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Some of the Adaptive
Cruise controls are located
on the end of the
multifunction lever.
9(Off):This position turns the system off.
R(On):This position turns the system on.
S(Resume/Increase):Push the switch to this symbol
to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed
or to increase the set speed when Adaptive Cruise
Control is already active.
T(Set/Decrease):Press this button to set the
speed or to decrease the set speed when Adaptive
Cruise Control is already active.
Engaging Adaptive Cruise Control With
the Set Button
{CAUTION:
If you leave your Adaptive Cruise Control
switch on when you are not using cruise, you
might hit a button and go into cruise when you
do not want to. You could be startled and even
lose control. Keep the Adaptive Cruise Control
switch off until you want to use cruise control.
{CAUTION:
If you operate Adaptive Cruise Control without
your Head-up Display (HUD) on and properly
adjusted, your Adaptive Cruise Control
settings will not be visible. You could forget
your settings and be startled by Adaptive
Cruise Control response and even lose control.
Keep your HUD on and properly adjusted when
using Adaptive Cruise Control.
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The set speed is selected by the driver. This is the
speed you will travel if there is not a vehicle detected in
your path.
To set Adaptive Cruise Control, do the following:
1. Make sure the Head-Up Display (HUD) is on and
properly adjusted. SeeHead-Up Display (HUD) on
page 3-34for more information.
2. Move the switch to on.
3. Get up to the speed you want.
4. Press in the set button at the end of the lever and
release it.
5. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
Once Adaptive Cruise Control is set, it may immediately
apply the brakes if it detects a vehicle ahead is too
close or moving slower than your vehicle.This symbol will appear on
the Head-Up Display
(HUD) to indicate that
Adaptive Cruise Control is
active. SeeHead-Up
Display (HUD) on
page 3-34for more
information.
Make sure the set speed is visible on the HUD so you
know the speed your vehicle will accelerate to if a
vehicle is not detected in your path. Keep in mind speed
limits, surrounding traffic speeds and weather conditions
when adjusting your set speed.
If your vehicle is in Adaptive Cruise Control when the
traction control system begins to limit wheel spin, the
Adaptive Cruise Control will automatically disengage.
SeeTraction Control System (TCS) on page 5-8and
StabiliTrak
®System on page 5-10. When road conditions
allow you to safely use it again, you may turn the
Adaptive Cruise Control back on.
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