Returning the Seatback to an Upright
Position
{CAUTION:
If the seatback is not locked, it could
move forward in a sudden stop or crash.
That could cause injury to the person
sitting there. Always push and pull on the
seatback to be sure it is locked.
To raise the seatback, do the following:
1. Move the second row seat completely forward
by using the manual adjustment bar under
either the front or rear of the seat cushion.
2. Open the liftgate.3. From the rear of the vehicle, locate the
pullstrap attached to the lever on the back of
the seat and pull it to raise the seat.
4. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure
that it is locked into place.
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Keys............................................................ 119
Remote Keyless Entry System.................. 120
Remote Keyless Entry System
Operation............................................... 121
Doors and Locks........................................ 128
Door Locks................................................ 128
Power Door Locks..................................... 129
Delayed Locking........................................ 130
Automatic Door Lock................................. 131
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock....... 131
Lockout Protection..................................... 131
Dual Sliding Doors.................................... 131
Power Sliding Door (PSD)......................... 134
Liftgate...................................................... 141
Windows...................................................... 143
Power Windows........................................ 144
Manual Rear Quarter Windows.................. 144
Power Rear Quarter Windows................... 145
Sun Visors................................................ 145Theft-Deterrent Systems............................. 145
Content Theft-Deterrent............................. 146
PASS-Key
®III ........................................... 148
PASS-Key®III Operation........................... 148
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle......... 150
New Vehicle Break-In................................ 150
Ignition Positions....................................... 151
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)............. 152
Starting the Engine.................................... 152
Engine Coolant Heater.............................. 154
Automatic Transaxle Operation.................. 155
Parking Brake........................................... 159
Shifting Into Park (P) ................................. 160
Shifting Out of Park (P)............................. 161
Parking Over Things That Burn................. 162
Engine Exhaust......................................... 163
Running the Engine While Parked............. 164
Section 2 Features and Controls
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At times you may notice a decrease in range. This
is normal for any remote keyless entry system.
If the transmitter does not work or if you have to
stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter
to work, try this:
Check the distance. You may be too far from
your vehicle. You may need to stand closer
during rainy or snowy weather.
Check the location. Other vehicles or objects
may be blocking the signal. Take a few steps
to the left or right, hold the transmitter
higher, and try again.
Check to determine if battery replacement is
necessary. See “Battery Replacement”
underRemote Keyless Entry System
Operation on page 121.
If you are still having trouble, see your dealer
or a quali ed technician for service.
Remote Keyless Entry System
Operation
You can lock and unlock the vehicle’s doors and
the liftgate using the remote keyless entry
transmitter supplied with your vehicle.The remote keyless
entry transmitter shown
here is for a vehicle
equipped with the
remote vehicle start
feature and dual power
sliding doors.
The remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with
your vehicle will only contain the buttons speci c
to your vehicle’s factory installed remote
system features.
/(Remote Vehicle Start):If your vehicle has
this feature, you can start the engine from outside
the vehicle. See “Remote Vehicle Start” at the
end of this section for more detailed information.
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Q(Lock):To lock all doors and the liftgate,
press the lock button on the remote keyless entry
transmitter. SeePower Door Locks on page 129
for more details on the power door lock features.
If your vehicle has the content theft-deterrent
system, the remote keyless entry transmitter’s lock
button may arm the system. SeeContent
Theft-Deterrent on page 146for more details.
When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter
to lock your vehicle, the turn signal lamps may
ash to let you know the command has been
received. If you press the lock button again, within
ve seconds, the horn will sound and the turn
signal lamps may ash to let you know the vehicle
is already locked. See “FOB LOCK FEEDBACK”
underDIC Vehicle Personalization (Uplevel
Only) on page 275for additional information.
"(Unlock):When you press unlock on the
remote keyless entry transmitter, only the driver’s
door will unlock. If you press unlock again
within ve seconds, all the doors and the liftgate
will unlock. If you would like all the doors to unlock
the rst time you press unlock, see “FOB
UNLOCK ON 1ST PRESS” underDIC Vehicle
Personalization (Uplevel Only) on page 275.If your vehicle has the content theft-deterrent
system, the unlock button on the remote keyless
entry transmitter will disarm the system. See
Content Theft-Deterrent on page 146for more
details.
When you use your remote keyless entry
transmitter to unlock your vehicle the turn signal
lamps will ash to let you know the command was
received.
L(Remote Alarm):When you press the horn
button on the remote keyless entry transmitter, the
turn signal lamps will ash and the horn will
sound. This will allow you to attract attention, if
needed.
Press this button again to stop the alarm from
sounding.
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To manually shut off the engine after a remote
start, do any of the following:
Aim the remote keyless entry transmitter at
the vehicle and press the remote start
button until the parking lamps turn off.
Turn on the hazard warning ashers.
Insert the vehicle’s key into the ignition switch
and turn the switch to RUN and then back
to LOCK.
The remote vehicle start feature will not operate if:
The remote start system is disabled. See
“REMOTE START” underDIC Vehicle
Personalization (Uplevel Only) on page 275.
The vehicle’s key is in the ignition.
The vehicle’s hood, liftgate or doors are not
closed.
The hazard warning ashers are on.
There is an emission control system
malfunction.
The engine coolant temperature is too high.
The oil pressure is low.
Two remote vehicle starts have already been
provided. The maximum number of remote
starts or remote start attempts between ignition
cycles with the key is two.
Remote Start Ready
If your vehicle does not have the remote vehicle
start feature, it may have the remote start
ready feature. This feature allows your dealer to
add the manufacturer’s remote vehicle start
feature.
If the keyless entry transmitter has a plus (+)
symbol on the back cover, your vehicle has the
remote start ready feature. You can lock or
unlock your vehicle from approximately 197 feet
(60 m) away.
See your dealer if you would like to add the
manufacturer’s remote vehicle start feature to your
vehicle.
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If your vehicle has power door locks, you may be
able to unlock all of the doors and the liftgate
when you insert the key, turn it toward the front of
the vehicle, and hold it there for one second.
You may be able to lock all of the doors when you
insert the key and turn it toward the rear of the
vehicle.
From the inside, use the manual or power
door locks.
To unlock either front door from the inside, pull
back on the manual lever. To lock either front door
from the inside, push the manual lever forward.Power Door Locks
Your vehicle has power door locks.
The switches are
located on the driver’s
and front passenger’s
door. Press the top
of the switch to unlock
the doors and liftgate.
With the content theft-deterrent system, the power
door lock switch will not unlock the doors until
the system is disarmed. SeeContent
Theft-Deterrent on page 146for more details.
Press the bottom of the switch to lock the doors
and liftgate. With the content theft-deterrent
system, the power door lock switch may cause the
system to arm. SeeContent Theft-Deterrent on
page 146for more details.
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3. If the power sliding door overhead console
switch is in the override (deactivation)
position, return to the activation position.
4. Open the sliding door using the remote
keyless entry transmitter, overhead console
switch, or passenger switch. Allow the door to
travel fully open.
If the door does not travel to the fully open
position, press the overhead console switch to the
override (deactivation) position and slide the
door fully open and closed. Check for foreign
objects in the tracks. Repeat the procedure starting
with Step 1. If the door resists travel to the fully
open position, see your dealer for service.Liftgate
To unlock or lock the liftgate from the outside, use
the remote keyless entry transmitter. For more
information, seeRemote Keyless Entry System
Operation on page 121.
You can also use the power door lock switch to
lock and unlock the liftgate.
Open the liftgate using the handle located above
the license plate. Once slightly opened, the
liftgate will rise by itself. Lamps in the rear of the
vehicle will come on, illuminating the rear
cargo area.
Notice:If you open the liftgate without
checking for overhead obstructions such as a
garage door, you could break the liftgate
glass. Always check to make sure the area
above the liftgate is clear before opening it.
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{CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to drive with the
liftgate open because carbon monoxide
(CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You
cannot see or smell CO. It can cause
unconsciousness and even death. If you
must drive with the liftgate open or if
electrical wiring or other cable
connections must pass through the seal
between the body and the liftgate:
Make sure all other windows are shut.
Turn the fan on your heating or
cooling system to its highest speed
and select the control setting that will
force outside air into your vehicle. See
Climate Control System on page 217
orDual Climate Control System on
page 220.
If you have air outlets on or under the
instrument panel, open them all the
way. SeeEngine Exhaust on page 163.To close the liftgate, pull down on the handle, then
rmly shut the liftgate. Do not drive with the
liftgate open, even slightly.
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