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This vehicle may also be equipped with left and right
side curtain airbags to protect the driver and passengers
sitting next to a window. If the vehicle is equipped with
side curtain airbags, they are located above the side
windows. Their covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG.
NOTE:Airbag covers may not be obvious in the
interior trim; but they will open to allow airbag deploy-
ment.
WARNING!
•Do not put anything on or around the front airbag
covers or attempt to manually open them. You may
damage the airbags and you could be injured be-
cause the airbags are not there to protect you. These
protective covers for the airbag cushions are de-
signed to open only when the airbags are inflating.
•If your vehicle is equipped with left and right side
curtain airbags, do not stack luggage or other cargo
up high enough to block the location of the side
curtain airbag. The area where the side curtain airbag
is located should remain free from any obstructions.
•If your vehicle is equipped with left and right side
curtain airbags, do not have any accessory items
installed which will alter the roof, including adding
a sunroof to your vehicle. Do not add roof racks that
require permanent attachments (bolts or screws) for
installation on the vehicle roof. Do not drill into the
roof of the vehicle for any reason.
•Do not drill, cut or tamper with the knee bolster in
any way.
•Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolster
such as alarm lights, stereos, citizens band radios etc.
Window Airbag
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Electrical Power Outlets.................116
▫Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off.......119
Cupholders..........................119
▫Front Seat Cupholders..................119
▫Rear Seat Cupholders..................120
Storage..............................120
▫Console Features......................120
▫Cargo Management System — If Equipped . . . 121
Roof Luggage Rack — If Equipped.........127
Load Leveling System — If Equipped.......128
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ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED
The crossbars and siderails are designed to carry the
weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The
load must not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should be
uniformly distributed over both luggage rack crossbars.
Distribute cargo weight evenly on the roof rack crossbars.
The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying
capacity of the vehicle.Be sure the total load of cargo
inside the vehicle plus that on the external rack does
not exceed the maximum vehicle load capacity.Refer tothe Tire and Loading information placard for more
information about cargo and load capacity. The placard is
located either on the driver’s side “B” pillar or the driver
door.
Flip the lever up to attach or adjust the crossbars. Then
turn lever counter-clockwise to loosen lower clamp.
Twist clamp towards center of crossbar when lower
clamp is loose. Pick up crossbar and move to desired
location. Return lower clamp towards the outside of
vehicle and turn upper clockwise to re-tighten clamp to
siderail. Flip lever down when tight. Do not place
crossbar directly over the sunroof glass (if equipped).
Attempt to move the crossbar again to ensure that it has
properly locked into position.
NOTE:To reduce the amount of wind noise when the
crossbars are not in use, remove both crossbars from the
siderails and place inside the vehicle.
Roof Luggage Rack
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CAUTION!
•To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do not
exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity of 150
lbs (68 kg). Always distribute heavy loads as evenly
as possible and secure the load appropriately.
•Long loads which extend over the windshield, such
as wood panels or surfboards, or loads with large
frontal area should be secured to both the front and
rear of the vehicle.
•Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners carefully
when carrying large or heavy loads on the roof rack.
Wind forces, due to natural causes or nearby truck
traffic, can add sudden upward loads. This is espe-
cially true on large flat loads and may result in
damage to the cargo or your vehicle.
•Do not use the pop-up feature of the sliding /
pop-up roof when positioning or placing luggage
above it, to prevent damage to the sliding / pop-up
roof panel.
WARNING!
Cargo must be securely tied before driving your
vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the
vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in
personal injury or property damage. Follow the Roof
Rack Cautions when carrying cargo on your roof
rack.
LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
The automatic load leveling system will provide a level
riding vehicle under most passenger and cargo loading
conditions.
A hydraulic pump contained within the shock absorbers
raises the rear of the vehicle to the correct height. It takes
approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) of driving for the leveling
to complete depending on road surface conditions.
If the leveled vehicle is not moved for approximately 15
hours, the leveling system will bleed itself down. The
vehicle must be driven to reset the system.
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Pets.................................. 56
Phone, Cellular......................... 66
Phone, Hands-Free....................... 66
Placard, Tire and Loading Information....... 211
Power
Brakes............................. 202
Distribution Center.................... 290
Door Locks.......................... 16
Mirrors............................. 65
Outlet.............................. 116
Seats............................... 85
Steering............................ 205
Steering, Checking.................... 276
Sunroof............................ 113
Windows............................ 23
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts............. 34
Programmable Electronic Features.....108,112,148
Programming Transmitters.............108,112
Radial Ply Tires........................ 218
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)........ 281
Radio Broadcast Signals.................. 174
Radio Operation..................150,157,176Radio Remote Controls.................. 172
Radio, Satellite......................... 168
Radio (Sound Systems)................150,157
Rear Liftgate........................... 26
Rear Seat, Folding....................... 89
Rear Window Defroster.................. 177
Rearview Mirrors........................ 63
Reclining Front Seats..................... 86
Recorder, Event Data..................... 48
Recreational Towing..................... 247
Refrigerant............................ 275
Reminder, Seat Belt...................... 33
Remote Keyless Entry.................... 19
Remote Sound System Controls............ 172
Replacement Tires...................... 220
Reporting Safety Defects................. 325
Restraint, Head......................... 88
Restraints, Occupant..................... 27
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck.............. 258
Roof Rack............................ 127
Rotation, Tires......................... 227
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle............... 57
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