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3. Simultaneously press and hold
both the HomeLinktand hand-held
transmitter button.Do not release
the buttons until step 4 has been
completed.
Some entry gates and garage door
openers may require you to replace
step 3 with procedures noted in the
ªGate Operator and Canadian Programmingº in this section for Canadian
residents.
4. The red light will flash slowly and then rapidly. Release both buttons
when the red light flashes rapidly. (The rapid flashing light indicates
acceptance of the hand-held transmitters' radio frequency signals.)
5. Press and hold the just-trained HomeLinktbutton and observe the red
light. If the light is a constant red, programming is complete and your
device should activate when the HomeLinktbutton is pressed and
released.Note:To program the remaining two HomeLinktbuttons,
begin with step 2 in the ªProgrammingº section Ðdo notrepeat step 1.
Note:If the red light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a
continuous red, proceed with steps 6 through 8 to complete
programming of a rolling code equipped device.
6. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage,
locate the ªlearnº or ªsmartº button (usually near where the hanging
antenna wire is attached to the unit).
7. Press and release the ªlearnº or ªsmartº button. (The name and color
of the button may vary by manufacturer.)
Note:There are 30 seconds in which to initiate step eight.
8. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two seconds and
release the HomeLinktbutton. Repeat the press/hold/release sequence
again, and, depending on the brand of the garage door opener (or other
rolling code equipped device), repeat this sequence a third time to
complete the programming.
HomeLinktshould now activate your rolling code equipped device. To
program additional HomeLinktbuttons begin with step 2 in the
ªProgrammingº section. For questions or comments, please contact
HomeLink atwww.homelink.comor1±800±355±3515.
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Gate Operator & Canadian Programming
During programming, your
hand-held transmitter may
automatically stop transmitting Ð
not allowing enough time for
HomeLinktto accept the signal
from the hand-held transmitter.
After completing steps 1 and 2
outlined in theªProgrammingº
section, replace step 3 with the following:
Note:If programming a garage door opener or gate operator, it is
advised to unplug the device during the ªcyclingº process to prevent
overheating.
²Continue to press and hold the HomeLinktbutton (note step 3 in the
ªProgrammingº section) while you press and release Ðevery two
seconds(ªcycleº) your hand-held transmitter until the frequency
signal has been accepted by the HomeLinkt. The indicator light will
flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLinktaccepts the radio
frequency signal.
²Proceed with step 4 in the ªProgrammingº section.
Operating the HomeLinkTWireless Control System
To operate, simply press and release
the appropriate HomeLinktbutton.
Activation will now occur for the
trained product (garage door, gate
operator, security system, entry
door lock, or home or office lighting
etc.). For convenience, the
hand-held transmitter of the device
may also be used at any time. In the event that there are still
programming difficulties, contact HomeLinktatwww.homelink.comor
1±800±355±3515.
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Erasing HomeLinkTbuttons
To erase the three programmed
buttons (individual buttons cannot
be erased):
²Press and hold the two outer
HomeLinktbuttons until the
indicator light begins to
flash-after 20 seconds. Release
both buttons. Do not hold for
longer that 30 seconds.
HomeLinktis now in the train (or
learning) mode and can be programmed at any time beginning with step
2intheªProgrammingºsection.
Reprogramming a single HomeLinkTbutton
To program a device to HomeLinktusing a HomeLinktbutton previously
trained, follow these steps:
1. Press and hold the desired HomeLinktbutton.Do NOTrelease the
button.
2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without
releasing the HomeLinktbutton, follow step 2 in the ªProgrammingº
section.
For questions or comments, contact HomeLinktatwww.homelink.com
or1±800±355±3515.
MESSAGE CENTER
With the ignition in the ON position,
the message center, located on your
instrument cluster, displays
important vehicle information
through a constant monitor of
vehicle systems.You may select
display features on the message center for a display of status preceded
by a brief indicator chime. The system will also notify you of potential
vehicle problems with a display of system warnings followed by a long
indicator chime.
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Outside air temperature (if equipped)
Press and hold the INFO button for
2 seconds to display the outside
temperature. To switch from a blank
display to the temperature display,
hold the INFO button for 2 seconds
until the temperature is seen in the
display. To switch the temperature display to compass display, hold the
INFO button again for 2 seconds until the compass heading is seen in the
display
To turn the display off or change the display from English to metric see
your dealer.
Compass display (if equipped)
Select this function from the INFO menu. Press and hold the INFO
button for 2 seconds to switch from temperature display to compass
display. To switch from a blank display, press and hold the INFO button
for 2 seconds until temperature is displayed. Press and hold the INFO
button again to switch from temperature to compass display.
The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large
buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic
or metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affect
compass accuracy.
Usually, when something affects the compass readings, the compass will
correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal
conditions. If the compass still appears to be inaccurate, a manual
calibration may be necessary. Refer toCompass zone/calibration
adjustment.
Most geographic areas (zones) have a magnetic north compass point that
varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps. This variation is four
degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the
vehicle crosses multiple zones. A correct zone setting will eliminate this
error. Refer toCompass zone/calibration adjustment.
Compass zone/calibration adjustment
Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures and
high voltage lines.
For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air
conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut.
1. Turn ignition to the ON position.
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The liftgate and liftgate window should be closed before driving your
vehicle. If not, possible damage may occur to the liftgate lift cylinders
and attaching hardware.
CARGO AREA FEATURES
Storage compartment (Wagon)
Your vehicle comes equipped with a storage compartment in the floor of
the cargo area. An additional compartment is in the rear trim panel on
the right. Always put the load you are carrying as far forward as possible.
Cargo net (if equipped) (Wagon)
The cargo net secures lightweight
objects in the cargo area. Attach the
net to the anchors provided. Do not
put more than 22 kg (50 lbs.) in the
net.
This net is not designed to
restrain objects during a
collision.
Cargo cover (if equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a cargo area shade that covers the
luggage compartment of your vehicle.
To install the shade:
1. Fasten the cover into the
mounting brackets (make sure the
cover is right side up).
2. Pull the end of the shade toward
you and hook the sides into the
notches (right side first) in the rear
trim panels.
To reduce the risk of injuries, the fasteners for cargo area cover
must be properly attached to the mounting clips on the rear trim
panels.
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The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it is
not securely installed.
Cargo utility hooks (Sedan)
The utility hooks located inside the trunk can be used to attach a cargo
net to secure lightweight objects or hang small items on. Do not hang
more than 12 kg (20 lbs) on the hooks.
The hooks are not designed to restrain objects during a collision.
LUGGAGE RACK (IF EQUIPPED)
The rear cross-bar can be adjusted to fit the item being carried. The
front cross-bar does not move. Do not load more than 44 kg (100 lbs.)
on the luggage rack.
To adjust cross-bar position:
1. Loosen the thumbwheel at both
ends of the cross-bar.
2. Slide the cross-bar to the desired
location.
3. Tighten the thumbwheel at both
ends of the cross-bar.
Use adjustable tie down loops to secure the load.
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To open the luggage compartment
door (lid) from within the luggage
compartment, pull the illuminated
ªTº shaped handle and push up on
the trunk lid. The handle is
composed of a material that will
glow for hours in darkness following
brief exposure to ambient light.
The ªTº shaped handle will be
located either on the luggage
compartment door (lid) or inside
the luggage compartment near the
tail lamps.
Keep vehicle doors and
luggage compartment
locked and keep keys and remote
transmitters out of a child's reach.
Unsupervised children could lock
themselves in the trunk and risk
injury. Children should be taught
not to play in vehicles.
On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can
rise very quickly. Exposure of people or animals to these high
temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious
heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Small children are
particularly at risk.
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of
Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
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Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
The typical operating range for your remote entry transmitter is
approximately 33 feet (10 meters). A decrease in operating range could
be caused by:
²weather conditions,
²nearby radio towers,
²structures around the vehicle, or
²other vehicles parked next to your vehicle.
The remote entry system allows you
to:
²lock or unlock all vehicle doors,
²open the trunk or the liftgate,
and
²sound the panic alarm.
If there is a problem with the
remote entry system make sure to
takeALL remote entry
transmitterswith you to the
dealership, this will aid in troubleshooting the problem.
Unlocking the doors
1. Pressand release to unlock the driver's door.Note:The interior
lamps will illuminate.
2. Press
and release again within three seconds to unlock all the
doors and the liftgate (wagon).
The remote entry system comes with an illuminated entry feature. This
feature turns on the interior lamps for 25 seconds or until the ignition is
turned to the the 4 (ON) position. If the dome lamp control is in theoff
position the illuminated entry feature will not work.
The inside lights will not turn off if:
²they have been turned on using the dimmer control or
²any door is open.
The battery saver feature will turn off the interior lamps 10 minutes after
the ignition is turned to the 3 (OFF) position.
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