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Securing an Add-on Child Restraint in
the Vehicle
{CAUTION:
A child can be seriously injured or killed
in a crash if the child restraint is not
properly secured in the vehicle. Make sure
the child restraint is properly installed in
the vehicle using the vehicle’s safety belt
or LATCH system, following the
instructions that came with that restraint,
and also the instructions in this manual.
To help reduce the chance of injury, the child
restraint must be secured in the vehicle. Child
restraint systems must be secured in vehicle seats
by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap-shoulder
belt, or by the LATCH system.SeeLower Anchors and Tethers for Children
(LATCH) on page 59for more information. A child
can be endangered in a crash if the child
restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle.
When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to
the instructions that come with the restraint
which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet,
or both, and to this manual. The child restraint
instructions are important, so if they are not
available, obtain a replacement copy from the
manufacturer.
Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can
move around in a collision or sudden stop and
injure people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly
secure any child restraint in your vehicle — even
when no child is in it.
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Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor
Locations
i(Top Tether Anchor):
Seating positions with
top tether anchors.
j(Lower Anchor):
Seating positions with
two lower anchors.
i(Top Tether Anchor):
Seating positions with
top tether anchors.
j(Lower Anchor):
Seating positions with
two lower anchors.
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.
Second Row
Seats — SUV
Second Row
Seats — SUT
Third Row Seats — SUV
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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.
Second Row Seats — SUVSecond Row Seats — SUT
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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 84.
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 8. If you 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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Adding Equipment to Your
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Q:Is there anything I might add to the front
of the vehicle that could keep the airbags
from working properly?
A:Yes. If you add things that change your
vehicle’s frame, bumper system, height,
front end or side sheet metal, they may keep
the airbag system from working properly.
Also, the airbag system may not work properly
if you relocate any of the airbag sensors. If
you have any questions about this, you should
contact Customer Assistance before you
modify your vehicle. The phone numbers and
addresses for Customer Assistance are in
Step Two of theCustomer Satisfaction
Procedure on page 536.
Q:Because I have a disability, I have to get
my vehicle modi ed. How can I nd out
whether this will affect my airbag system?
A:Changing or moving any parts of the
front seats, safety belts, the airbag sensing
and diagnostic module, steering wheel,
the instrument panel, or airbag wiring can
affect the operation of the airbag system. If
you have questions, call Customer Assistance.
The phone numbers and addresses for
Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the
Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this
manual. SeeCustomer Satisfaction Procedure
on page 536.
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Lowering the Midgate®
The Midgate®window must be completely lowered
for the Midgate®to be lowered. See “Midgate®
Window” underPower Windows on page 112.
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 121for
more information.To lower the Midgate
®, do the following:
1. Fold the rear seats forward. See60/40 Split
Bench Seat on page 15. 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. SeeInstrument Panel Overview on
page 174for 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 112.
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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.
SeeMemory Seat and Mirrors on page 10for
more information.
Power Folding Mirrors
To fold or unfold the mirrors, move the selector
switch, located above the mirror control, to the
middle position. The mirror control will illuminate.
Press the right or left side of the mirror control to
fold or unfold the mirrors. The mirror will adjust as it
folds in and will reposition itself once it is unfolded.
If the mirrors are accidentally folded/unfolded
manually, they may shake or utter at normal
driving speeds and may not stay in the unfolded
position. If this happens, the mirrors need to
be reset. See “Resetting the Power Folding
Mirrors” next.
Resetting the Power Folding Mirrors
The power folding mirrors will need to be reset if:
They are accidently manually folded/unfolded.
The mirrors will not stay in the unfolded
position.
The mirrors shake and utter at normal
driving speeds.
To reset the power folding mirrors, fold and unfold
them at least three times using the mirror controls.
This will reset them to their normal detent position.
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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 have a light bar, do not load
cargo on it. SeeOff-Road Lamps on page 190for
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 362.
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