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Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn
webbing, etc. If there is any question regarding belt or
retractor condition, replace the belt.
Airbag Warning Light
The light should come on and remain on for 6 to 8
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the light is not lit during starting, see you
authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes
on while driving, have the system checked by an autho-
rized dealer.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield.
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread. Inspect tread and sidewall for cuts
and cracks. Check the wheel nuts for tightness. Check the
tires (including spare) for proper pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Door Latches
Check for positive closing, latching, and locking.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid, or
brake fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be
located and corrected immediately.
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NHeated Seats.........................89
NFolding Rear Seat......................91
mTo Open And Close The Hood.............92
mLights...............................93
NHeadlight Switch......................93
NAutomatic Headlights Ð If Equipped........94
NHeadlights On With Wipers (Available With
Auto Headlights Only)..................94
NHeadlight Time Delay...................94
NDaytime Running Lights (Canada Only)......95
NLights-On Reminder....................95
NFog Lights...........................95
NMulti-Function Lever....................96
NOverhead Console Map/Reading Lights......97
NInterior Lights........................97
mWindshield Wipers And Washers...........98NIntermittent Wiper System................99
NMist Feature..........................99
NWindshield Washers....................99
NHeadlights On With Wipers (Available With
Auto Headlights Only).................100
NAdding Washer Fluid..................100
mTilt/Telescoping Steering Column..........101
mAdjustable Pedals Ð If Equipped..........102
mElectronic Speed Control.................103
NElectronic Speed Control Operation........103
NTo Activate..........................104
NTo Set At A Desired Speed...............104
NTo Deactivate........................104
NTo Resume Speed.....................104
NTo Vary The Speed Setting...............105
NTo Accelerate For Passing...............105
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mOverhead Console.....................106
NCourtesy/Reading Lights................106
NSunglasses Storage....................106
mGarage Door Opener (HomeLinkt)Ð
If Equipped
..........................107
NProgramming HomeLink................108
NCanadian Programming/Gate Programming . . 110
NUsing HomeLink.....................111
NErasing HomeLink Buttons..............111
NReprogramming a Single HomeLink Button . . . 111
NSecurity............................112
mPower Sunroof Ð If Equipped............112
NOpening Sunroof - Express..............113
NClosing Sunroof - Express...............113
NPinch Protect Feature...................113
NPinch Protect Override.................114NVenting Sunroof - Express...............114
NSunshade Operation...................114
NWind Buffeting.......................114
NSunroof Maintenance...................114
NIgnition Off Operation..................114
NSunroof Fully Closed...................115
mElectrical Power Outlets.................115
NElectrical Outlet Use With Engine Off.......117
mCup Holders.........................117
NFront Seat Cup Holders.................117
NRear Seat Cup Holders.................118
mStorage..............................118
NConsole Features......................118
NCargo Management System Ð If Equipped . . . 119
mRoof Luggage Rack Ð If Equipped.........126
mLoad Leveling System..................128
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MIRRORS
Inside Day/Night Mirror
Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear
window. A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal
and vertical mirror adjustment.
Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the
small control under the mirror to the night position
(toward rear of vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted
while set in the day position (toward windshield).
Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror Ð If Equipped
This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight
glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature
on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror.
A light in the button will indicate when the dimming
feature is activated.
Adjusting Rearview MirrorAutomatic Dimming Mirror
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CAUTION!
To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning,
never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the
mirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and
wipe the mirror clean.
Outside Mirrors
To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s)
to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slight
overlap of the view obtained from the inside mirror.
NOTE:The passenger side convex outside mirror will
give a much wider view to the rear, and especially of the
lane next to your vehicle.
WARNING!
Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side
convex mirror will look smaller and farther away
than they really are. Relying too much on your
passenger side convex mirror could cause you to
collide with another vehicle or other object. Use your
inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a
vehicle seen in the passenger side convex mirror.
Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature Ð If Equipped
Some models have exterior mirrors that are hinged. The
hinge allows the mirror to pivot forward and rearward to
resist damage. The hinge has three detent positions, full
forward, full rearward, and normal.
Driver's Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer Ð If
Equipped
This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight
glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn this feature
on or off by pressing the button at the base of the Inside
Rearview Mirror.
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Power Remote-Control Mirrors
The power mirror switch is located on the driver's door
trim panel next to the power door lock switch. A rotary
knob selects the left mirror, right mirror, or off position.
After selecting a mirror, move the knob in the same
direction you want the mirror to move. Use the center off
position to guard against accidentally moving a mirror
position.
Heated Remote Control Mirrors Ð If Equipped
These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature
is activated whenever you turn on the Rear Window
Defrost.
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors Ð If Equipped
An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor. To use
the mirror, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the
mirror cover upward. The light turns on automatically.
Closing the mirror cover turns off the lights.
Power Mirror Control
Illuminated Vanity Mirror
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NOTE:The emergency number dialed is based on the
Country where the vehicle is purchased (911 for USA and
Canada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed may not
be applicable with the available cellular service and area.
The UConnectŸ system does slightly lower your
chances of successfully making a phone call as to that
for the cell phone directly.
Your phone must be turned on and paired to the
UConnectŸ system to allow use of this vehicle feature
in emergency situations when the cell phone has
network coverage and stays paired to the UConnectŸ
system.
Towing Assistance
If you need towing assistance,
²Press the 'Phone' button to begin.
²After the9Ready9prompt and the following beep, say
9Towing Assistance.9
NOTE:The Towing Assistance number dialed is based
on the Country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-
528-2069 for USA, 1-877-213-4525 for Canada, 55-14-3454
for Mexico city and 1-800-712-3040 for outside Mexico
city in Mexico).
Please refer to the 24-Hour ªTowing Assistanceº cover-
age details in the Warranty information booklet and on
the 24±Hour Towing Assistance Card.
Paging
To learn how to page, refer to9Working with Automated
Systems.9Paging works properly except for pagers of
certain companies which time-out a little too soon to
work properly with the UConnectŸ system.
Voice Mail Calling
To learn how to access your voice mail, refer to9Working
with Automated Systems.9
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WARNING!
If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when
the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision.
You could have a collision. Be sure all hood latches
are fully latched before driving.
LIGHTS
Headlight Switch
The headlight switch is located on the left side of
the instrument panel. This switch controls the
operation of the headlights, parking lights, instru-
ment panel lights, instrument panel light dimming, inte-
rior lights, and fog lights.Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detent
for parking light and instrument panel light operation.
Turn it to the second detent for headlight, park light, and
instrument panel light operation.
Headlight Switch
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