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i(Top Tether Anchor):
Seating positions with top
tether anchors.
For SUV models, there are exposed metal anchors
for the second row center and passenger side
seating positions.
For SUT models, there are exposed metal anchor for
the second row center seating position.
For SUV models, the top tether anchors are located at
the bottom rear of the seat cushion for each position
in the second row. Be sure to use the anchor located
nearest to the seating position where the child restraint
will be placed.For SUT models, the top tether anchor is located at the
bottom rear of the seat cushion for the center position
in the second row. You may need to fold the seatback of
the passenger side seat forward in order to access
this anchor. Third Row Seats — SUV
Second Row Seats — SUV
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For SUV models with third row seating, the top tether
anchor is located at the bottom rear of the seat cushion
for the seating position in the third row.Do not secure a child restraint in the right front
passenger’s position, or in the second row outboard
positions of a SUT model, if a national or local law
requires that the top tether be attached, or if the
instructions that come with the child restraint say that
the top tether must be attached. There is no place
to attach the top tether in this position.
Accident statistics show that children are safer if they
are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. See
Where to Put the Restraint on page 1-42for additional
information. Second Row Seats — SUT
Third Row Seat — SUV
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You will be using a lap-shoulder belt to secure the child
restraint in this position. Be sure to follow the
instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure
the child in the child restraint when and as the
instructions say.
1. Your vehicle has a right front passenger’s airbag.
SeeAirbag Off Switch on page 1-65. If your child
restraint is forward-facing, move the seat as
far back as it will go before securing the restraint in
this seat. SeePower Seats on page 1-2.Ifyou
need to use a rear-facing child restraint in this seat,
make sure the airbag is off once the child restraint
has been installed.
2. Put the child restraint on the seat.
3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder
portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or
around the restraint. The child restraint instructions
will show you how.4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is
positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the
safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
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Midgate®(SUT)
{CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to drive with the cargo
area covered and the tailgate and the midgate®
open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can
come into your vehicle. You can not see or
smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and
even death. If you must drive with the cargo
covers on and the tailgate and midgate
®open
or if electrical wiring or other cable
connections must pass through the seal
between the body and the midgate
®:
Make sure all windows are shut.Turn the fan on your heating or cooling
system to its highest speed on the setting
that brings in outside air. This will force
outside air into your vehicle. SeeDual
Automatic Climate Control System on
page 3-22.
If you have air outlets on or under the
instrument panel, open them all the way.
SeeEngine Exhaust on page 2-37.
The midgate
®allows you to extend the length of your
vehicle’s cargo area into the cab.
Lowering the Midgate®
The midgate®window must be completely lowered for
the midgate®to be lowered. See “Midgate®Window”
underPower Windows on page 2-18.
Both the midgate
®and the midgate®window can be
lowered while the ignition is in either RUN or
ACCESSORY, or while in Retained Accessory Power
(RAP) mode. SeeRetained Accessory Power (RAP) on
page 2-25for more information.
To lower the midgate
®, do the following:
1. Fold the rear seats forward. See60/40 Split Bench
Seat on page 1-6. The front seats may have to be
moved forward slightly.
2.
K(Midgate®Window):Press the bottom part of
this switch to lower the midgate®window. See
Instrument Panel Overview on page 3-4for
the location of this switch. The window can also be
operated using the global express-down button.
See “Global Glass Feature” underPower Windows
on page 2-18.
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To adjust for compass variance, do the following:
1. Find your current location and variance zone
number on the map.
2. Press and hold the on/off button for six seconds.
Release the button when ZONE is displayed. The
number shown is the current zone number.
3. Scroll through the zone numbers that appear in the
compass/temperature window on the mirror by
pressing the on/off button. Once you nd your
zone number, release the button. After about
four seconds, the mirror will return to the compass
display, and the new zone number will be set.Outside Power Mirrors
The controls are
located on the driver’s
door armrest.
Move the upper selector switch to the left or right to
choose the mirror to be adjusted, then press the dots,
located below the selector switch on the four-way control
pad, to adjust the direction of each mirror.
The mirrors may also include a memory function which
works in conjunction with the memory seats. See
Memory Seat on page 2-63for more information.
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Storage Areas
Glove Box
Open the glove box by pulling the bottom of the
handle upward.
Center Overhead Console
Your vehicle is equipped with either a short or long
overhead console.
To open a door on the console, push on the rear edge
of the door and let it swing open. Push the door up
until it latches to close the door.
The overhead consoles also includes reading lamps, the
Universal Home Remote System buttons and the
sunroof switch (if equipped).
Center Console Storage Area
Your vehicle has a console compartment between the
bucket seats.
To open it, press the button on the side of the console
and swing the console lid open.
Luggage Carrier
If your vehicle has this feature, you can load cargo on
your vehicle.
The luggage carrier consists of siderails attached to the
roof. The crossrails attach into the siderails and can
be moved back and forth to accommodate securing
various cargo sizes.
Notice:Loading cargo on the luggage carrier that
weighs more than 300 lbs. (136 kg) or hangs
over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage
your vehicle. Load cargo only on top of the
crossrails and tie the cargo down to the crossrail
support cargo tie-down loops, making sure to fasten
it securely.
Your vehicle may be equipped with a light bar, do not
load cargo on it. SeeOff-Road Lamps on page 3-17for
more information.
Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when
loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle
capacity and loading, seeLoading Your Vehicle on
page 4-55.
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To use the crossrail channels, do the following:
1. Use the included key to unlock the crossrail end
cap by turning it counterclockwise. If you ever
lose a key, your dealer will be able to help
you obtain a replacement.2. Pull the end cap
straight out from
the crossrail.
3. Peel back the rub strip from the crossrail.
4. Slide the accessory you are using into the
crossrail channel and secure it as the accessory
instructions direct.
5. Place the crossrail endcap back on and lock it with
the key.
You will not be using the rub strip when using crossrail
accessories. When you remove any crossrail
accessory, be sure to reinstall the rub strip. To do this,
press the rub strip in place until it seats into the
channel of the crossrail.
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The rear window defogger will turn off about 10 minutes
after the button is pressed. If you need additional
warming time, press the button again.
If your vehicle is equipped with heated mirrors this
button will activate them.
Notice:Do not use a razor blade or sharp object to
clear the inside rear window. Do not adhere
anything to the defogger grid lines in the rear glass.
These actions may damage the rear defogger.
Repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Outlet Adjustment
Your vehicle has air outlets that allow you to adjust the
direction and amount of air ow inside the vehicle. Push
the knob in the center of the outlet up, down, left or right
to move the outlet in the direction you would like. Turn the
knob in the center of the outlet so the louvers open or
close to increase or decrease air ow.
Operation Tips
Keep the hood and front air inlets free of ice, snow,
or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The
heater and defroster will work far better, reducing
the chance of fogging the inside of your windows.
Keep the air path under the front seats clear
of objects. This helps air to circulate throughout
your vehicle.
Adding outside equipment to the front of your
vehicle, such as hood-air de ectors, etc., may affect
the performance of the heating and air conditioning
system. Check with your dealer before adding
equipment to the outside of your vehicle.
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