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1. Adjust all memory profile settings to desired prefer-
ences (i.e. seat, side mirror, adjustable pedals [if
equipped], power tilt and telescopic steering column [if
equipped], and radio station presets).
2. Press and release the Set (S) button on the memory
switch, then press the side of the rocker switch labeled (1)
within 5 seconds. The Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC)—if equipped will display which memory
position is being set.
If desired, a second memory profile can be stored into
memory as follows:
1. Adjust all memory profile settings to desired prefer-
ences (i.e. seat, side mirror, adjustable pedals [if
equipped], power tilt and telescopic steering column [if
equipped], and radio station presets).
2. Press and release the Set (S) button on the memory
switch, then press the side of the rocker switch labeled (2)
within 5 seconds. The Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC)—if equipped will display which memory
position is being set.NOTE:Memory profiles can be set without the vehicle
in Park, but the vehicle must be in Park to recall a
memory profile.
NOTE:The Recall Memory with Remote Key Unlock
feature can be enabled through the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)—if equipped. Refer to
“Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features)”
under“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)”in
Section 4 of this manual for details.
Programming the Remote Keyless Transmitter for
the Memory Feature
Your Remote Keyless Entry Transmitters can be pro-
grammed to recall one of two pre-programmed memory
profiles by pressing the UNLOCK button on the Remote
Keyless Entry Transmitter.
To program your transmitters, perform the following:
1. Remove key from ignition.
2. Select desired memory profile 1 or 2.
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SmartBeams—If Equipped
The SmartBeam system provides increased forward light-
ing at night by automating high beam control through
the use of a digital camera mounted on the inside
rearview mirror. This camera detects vehicle specific light
and automatically switches from high beams to low
beams until the approaching vehicle is out of view.
To Activate
1. Select“Automatic High Beams—ON”with the
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to
“EVIC—Personal Settings”in Section 4 of this manual
for details.
2. Rotate the headlight switch counter-clockwise to the
AUTO (A) position.
3. Push the Multi-Function Lever away from you to
switch the headlights to HIGH BEAM position.
NOTE:This system will not activate until the vehicle is
at or above 25 mph (40 km/h).
To Deactivate
Perform either of the following steps to deactivate the
SmartBeam system.
1. Pull the Multi-Function Lever towards you to switch
the headlights from the HIGH BEAM to the LOW BEAM
position.
2. Rotate the headlight switch clockwise from the AUTO
(A) to the ON position.
NOTE:Broken, muddy, or obstructed headlights and
taillights of vehicles in the field of view will cause
headlights to remain on longer (closer to the vehicle).
Also, dirt, film, and other obstructions on the windshield
or camera lens will cause the system to function improp-
erly.
Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)
The high beam headlights will come on as Daytime
Running Lights whenever the ignition switch is on, the
headlights are off, and the parking brake is off. The
headlight switch must be used for normal night time
driving.
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To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving with
snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand or gravel,
switch off the TCS system by pressing the traction control
switch.To turn the system back ON, press the traction control
switch a second time until the traction control Indicator
turns OFF.
NOTE:
•
The traction control system comes on each time the
ignition switch is turned ON. This will occur even if
you used the switch to turn the system OFF.
•The Traction Control system will make buzzing or
clicking sounds when in operation.
REAR PARK ASSIST SYSTEM—IF EQUIPPED
This system is used to help drivers determine if an
obstacle is in the way of the vehicle while it is backing up
in addition to the use of inside rearview and outside
mirrors.
Traction Control Switch
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When the driver selects Reverse the system scans for
objects behind the vehicle using four sensors located in
the rear bumper. Objects can be detected from up to 71
inches (180 cm). A warning display above the rear
window provides both visible and audible warnings
indicating the range of the object.WARNING!
Drivers must be careful when backing up even when
using the Rear Park Assist System. Always check
carefully behind your vehicle, look behind you, and
be sure to check for pedestrians, other vehicles,
obstructions, and blind spots before backing up.
Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury
or death.
The display contains two sets of yellow and red LEDs
that can be viewed from the driver seat using the rear
view mirror. Each side of the vehicle has its own warning
LEDs. The system provides a visual warning by illumi-
nating one or more yellow LEDs as the vehicle gets closer
to the object. As the vehicle continues to approaches the
object, one red LED is illuminated and the system emits
a series of short beeps. The tone will remain constant and
both red LEDs are illuminated once the vehicle is within
12 inches (30.5 cm) of the object.
Rear Park Assist Indicator
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“Delay Power Off to Accessories Until Exit”
When this feature is selected, the power window
switches, radio, hands–free system (if equipped), DVD
video system (if equipped), power sunroof (if equipped),
and power outlets will remain active for up to 60 minutes
after the ignition switch is turned off. Opening a vehicle
door will cancel this feature. To make your selection,
press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until
“Off,”“45 sec.,”“5 min.,”“10 min.,”“30 min.,”or“60
min.”appears.
“Confirmation of Voice Commands”—If
Equipped
When ON is selected, all voice commands from the
UConnect™system are confirmed. To make your selec-
tion, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button
until“ON”or“OFF”appears.
“Turn by Turn Navigation”—If Equipped
When ON is selected, the Turn-by-Turn directions will
appear in the display as the vehicle approaches a desig-
nated turn within a programmed route. To make your
selection, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT
button until“ON”or“OFF”appears.
“Display Units of Measure in”
The EVIC, odometer, and navigation system (if
equipped) can be changed between English and Metric
units of measure. To make your selection, press and
release the FUNCTION SELECT button until“US”or
“METRIC”appears.
“Recall Memory with Remote Key Unlock”—If
Equipped
When ON is selected, you can use your Remote Keyless
Entry Transmitter to recall one of two pre-programmed
memory profiles. Each memory profile contains desired
driver seat, side mirror, adjustable pedals (if equipped),
and power tilt and telescopic steering column (if
equipped) position settings, and a set of desired radio
station presets. When OFF is selected, only the memory
switch on the driver’s door panel will recall memory
profiles. To make your selection, press and release the
FUNCTION SELECT button until“ON”or“OFF”ap-
pears. Refer to“Driver Memory Seat”in Section 3 of this
manual for more information.
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“Rain Sensing Intermittent Wipers”—If Equipped
When ON is selected, the system will automatically
activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture on
the windshield. To make your selection, press and release
the FUNCTION SELECT button until“ON”or“OFF”
appears. When OFF is selected, the system reverts to the
standard intermittent wiper operation.
“Automatically Move Seat Back on Exit”—If
Equipped
This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to
enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the
vehicle. This feature is turned OFF when the vehicle is
delivered from the factory. To make your selection, press
and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until“ON”
or“OFF”appears.
NOTE:The seat will return to the memorized seat
location (if Recall Memory with Remote Key Unlock is set
to ON) when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used
to unlock the door. Refer to“Easy Entry/Exit Seat”under
“Driver Memory Seat”in Section 3 of this manual for
more information.
“Tilt Mirrors Down in Reverse”—If Equipped
When ON is selected, the outside rearview mirrors will
tilt downward when the ignition switch is in the ON
position and the transmission is in the R (Reverse)
position. The mirrors will move back to their previous
position when the transmission is shifted out of R (Re-
verse). To make your selection, press and release the
FUNCTION SELECT button until“ON”or“OFF”ap-
pears.
“Park Assist System”—If Equipped
When ON is selected, the system will scan for objects
behind the vehicle when the transmission is in the R
(Reverse) or N (Neutral) position. To make your selec-
tion, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button
until“ON”or“OFF”appears.
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The instrument panel features four dual-vane airflow
registers. Two registers are located on the outer ends of
the instrument panel and two are located in the center of
the instrument panel. These registers can be closed to
partially block airflow.
Press this button to turn on and off the air condi-
tioning. Cool dehumidified air comes through the
outlets selected by the mode selector. Press the button asecond time to turn off the air conditioning. The button
includes an LED that illuminates when compressor op-
eration is selected.
Electric Rear Window Defroster
Press this button to turn on the rear window
defroster and the heated side mirrors (if
equipped). An LED in the button will illuminate to
indicate the rear window defroster is ON. The defroster
automatically turns off after about 10 minutes of opera-
tion.
CAUTION!
To avoid damaging the electrical conductors of the
rear window defroster, do not use scrapers, sharp
instruments, or abrasive window cleaners on the
interior surface of the window.
Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm
water.
Manual Temperature Controls
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The operator can override the AUTO mode setting and
select the direction of the air by rotating the right mode
knob to one of the following positions.
•Defrost
Air is directed to the windshield through the
outlets at the base of the windshield. Air is
also directed to the front door windows through the
side window demister grilles.
•
Defrost/Floor
Air flows through the front and rear floor
outlets and the outlets at the base of the
windshield. Air is also directed to the front
door windows through the side window demister
grilles.
•
Floor
Air flows through the floor outlets located
under the instrument panel and into the rear
seating area through vents under the front seats.
•
Bi-Level
Air flows both through the outlets located in
the instrument panel and those located on thefloor. Air flows through the registers in the back of
the center console to the rear seat passengers. These
registers can be closed to block airflow.
•
Panel
Air flows through the outlets located in the
instrument panel. Air flows through the regis-
ters in the back of the center console to the rear seat
passengers. These registers can be closed to block
airflow.
Depress this button to turn on and off the air
conditioning during manual operation only. Con-
ditioned outside air is then directed through the
outlets selected on the mode control dial. The button
includes an LED that illuminates when manual operation
is selected.
NOTE:To manually control the air conditioning the
mode selector must be moved out of the AUTO position.
Press this button to turn on the rear window
defroster and the heated side mirrors (if
equipped). An LED in the button will illuminate when
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