Here is how to avoid setting off the alarm by
accident:
If you do not want to activate the theft-deterrent
system, the vehicle should be locked with the
door key after the doors are closed.
Always unlock a door with the RKE transmitter.
Unlocking a door any other way will set off
the alarm.
If you set off the alarm by accident, turn off the
alarm by pressing the unlock button on the
RKE transmitter. The alarm will not stop if you try
to unlock a door any other way.
Testing the Alarm
The alarm can be tested by following these steps:
1. From inside the vehicle, lower the driver’s
window and open the driver’s door.
2. Activate the system by locking the doors with
the RKE transmitter.
3. Get out of the vehicle, close the door and wait
for the security light to go out.
4. Then reach in through the window, unlock the
door with the manual door lock and open the
door. This should set off the alarm.While the alarm is set, the power door unlock
switch will not work.
If the alarm does not sound when it should but the
headlamps ash, check to see if the horn works.
The horn fuse may be blown. To replace the fuse,
seeFuses and Circuit Breakers on page 538.
If the alarm does not sound or the headlamps do
not ash, the vehicle should be serviced by
your dealer.
PASS-Key®III+
The PASS-Key®III+ system operates on a radio
frequency subject to Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry
Canada.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful
interference.
2. This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
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Headlamps on Reminder
A reminder chime will sound when the headlamps
or parking lamps are manually turned on and
your ignition is off and a door is open. To disable
the chime, turn the light off then back on.
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier
for others to see the front of your vehicle during
the day. DRL can be helpful in many different
driving conditions, but they can be especially
helpful in the short periods after dawn and before
sunset. Fully functional DRL are required on all
vehicles rst sold in Canada.
The DRL system will come on when the following
conditions are met:
The ignition is on
The exterior lamps control is in AUTO
The light sensor determines it is daytime
When the DRL are on, only your DRL lamps will
be on. The taillamps, sidemarker and other
lamps will not be on. The instrument panel back
lighting will not be on either.When it begins to get dark, the automatic
headlamp system will switch from DRL to the
headlamps.
When you turn the headlamp switch off, the
headlamps will go off.
Automatic Headlamp System
When it is dark enough outside, the automatic
headlamp system will turn on the headlamps at the
normal brightness, along with the taillamps,
sidemarker, parking lamps, and the instrument
panel lights. The radio back lighting will also be
dimly lit.
To turn off the automatic headlamp system, turn
the exterior lamps switch to the off position.
Turning off the automatic headlamp system with
the headlamp switch is not available for vehicles
rst sold in Canada.
Your vehicle has a light sensor located on the top
of the instrument panel in the defroster grille
that regulates when the automatic headlamps turn
on. Be sure it is not covered, or the system will
come on whenever the ignition is on.
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Audio System(s)
Determine which radio your vehicle has and then
read the pages following to familiarize yourself
with its features.
Driving without distraction is a necessity for a
safer driving experience. SeeDefensive Driving on
page 342. By taking a few moments to read this
manual and get familiar with your vehicle’s
audio system, you can use it with less effort, as
well as take advantage of its features. While your
vehicle is parked, set up your audio system by
presetting your favorite radio stations, setting the
tone and adjusting the speakers. Then, when
driving conditions permit, you can tune to
your favorite stations using the presets and
steering wheel controls if the vehicle has them.{CAUTION:
This system provides you with a far greater
access to audio stations and song listings.
Giving extended attention to entertainment
tasks while driving can cause a crash and
you or others can be injured or killed.
Always keep your eyes on the road and
your mind on the drive — avoid engaging
in extended searching while driving.
Keeping your mind on the drive is important for
safe driving. For more information, seeDefensive
Driving on page 342.
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To quickly adjust all tone and speaker controls to
the middle position, press the tune knob for
more than two seconds until you hear a beep.
EQ (Equalization):Press this button to choose
bass and treble equalization settings designed
for different types of music. Your choices are pop,
rock, country, talk, jazz, and classical. Selecting
MANUAL or changing bass or treble, returns
the EQ to the manual bass and treble settings.
Unique EQ settings can be saved for each source.
If your radio is equipped with a Bose
®audio
system, your EQ settings are NORMAL, DRIVER,
REAR SEAT, or SIMULATED SURROUND
(XM and CD modes only).
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)
BAL/FADE (Balance/Fade):To adjust balance
or fade, press the tune knob until the speaker
control labels appear on the display. Continue
pressing to highlight the desired label, or press the
pushbutton positioned under the desired label.
Turn the tune knob clockwise or counterclockwise
to adjust the highlighted setting. You can also
adjust the highlighted setting by pressing either the
SEEK, FWD, or REV button until the desired
levels are obtained.
To quickly adjust balance or fade to the middle
position, press the pushbutton positioned under the
BAL or FADE label for more than two seconds.
You will hear a beep and the level will be adjusted
to the middle position.
To quickly adjust all speaker and tone controls to
the middle position, press the tune knob for
more than two seconds until you hear a beep.
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Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)
BASS/MID/TREB (Bass, Midrange, or
Treble):To adjust bass, midrange, or treble,
press the tune knob until the tone control labels
appear on the display. Continue pressing to
highlight the desired label, or press the pushbutton
positioned under the desired label. Turn the
tune knob clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust
the highlighted setting. If a station’s frequency
is weak, or if there is static, decrease the treble.
To quickly adjust bass, midrange, or treble to
the middle position, press the pushbutton
positioned under the BASS, MID, or TREB label
for more than two seconds. You will hear a
beep and the level will be adjusted to the middle
position.
To quickly adjust all tone and speaker controls to
the middle position, press the tune knob for
more than two seconds until you hear a beep.EQ (Equalization):Press this button to choose
bass and treble equalization settings designed for
different types of music. Your choices are pop,
rock, country, talk, jazz, and classical. Selecting
MANUAL or changing bass or treble, returns
the EQ to the manual bass and treble settings.
Unique EQ settings can be saved for each source.
If your radio is equipped with a Bose
®audio
system, your EQ settings are either MANUAL
or TALK.
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)
BAL/FADE (Balance/Fade):To adjust balance
or fade, press the tune knob until the speaker
control labels appear on the display. Press
the pushbutton positioned under the desired label.
Turn the tune knob clockwise or counterclockwise
to adjust the highlighted setting. You can also
adjust the highlighted setting by pressing either the
SEEK, FWD, or REV button until the desired
levels are obtained.
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O(Power):Press this knob to turn the radio on.
Turn this knob clockwise to increase the volume
or counterclockwise to decrease the volume.
A single press turns the radio off, a press and hold
for more than two seconds turns off the entire
radio and rear seat entertainment system
and starts the parental control feature which
prevents the rear seat occupant from operating
the Rear Seat Audio (RSA) system or remote
control.
A lock symbol will appear next to the clock
display. The parental control feature will remain on
until a subsequent press and hold of the power
button is performed (more than two seconds),
or until the driver turns the ignition off and exits the
vehicle.
f(Tune):Turn this knob to change tracks on a
CD or DVD, to manually tune a radio station, or to
change clock or date settings, while in the clock
or date setting mode. See the information
given earlier in this section speci c to the radio,
CD, and the DVD. Also, seeSetting the Time
(Radio with a Six-Disc CD Player) on page 274or
Setting the Time (Radio with a Single CD and
DVD Player) on page 275, for setting the clock
and date.
©SEEK (Previous Track/Chapter):Press this
button to return to the start of the current track
or chapter. Press this button again to go to
the previous track or chapter. This button may not
work when the DVD is playing the copyright
information or the previews.
SEEK
¨(Next Track/Chapter):Press this
button to go to the next track or chapter. This
button may not work when the DVD is playing the
copyright information or the previews.
sREV (Reverse):Press this button to fast
reverse the CD or DVD, ve times the normal
speed. The radio will display the elapsed
time while in fast reverse. To stop fast reversing,
press this button again. This button may not
work when the DVD is playing the copyright
information or the previews.
\FWD (Fast Forward):Press this button to
fast forward the CD or DVD. The radio will display
the elapsed time and will fast forward ve times
the normal speed. To stop fast forwarding,
press this button again. This button may not work
when the DVD is playing the copyright information
or the previews.
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