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If this happens, turn the vehicle off and ask the
person to place the seatback in the fully upright
position, then sit upright in the seat, centered on the
seat cushion, with the person’s legs comfortably
extended. Restart the vehicle and have the person
remain in this position for about two minutes. This
will allow the system to detect that person and then
enable the passenger’s airbag.
{CAUTION:
If the airbag readiness light in the
instrument panel cluster ever comes on
and stays on, it means that something may
be wrong with the airbag system. If this
ever happens, have the vehicle serviced
promptly, because an adult-size person
sitting in the right front passenger’s seat
may not have the protection of the frontal
airbag. SeeAirbag Readiness Light on
page 178for more on this, including
important safety information.
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Q:Because I have a disability, I have to get
my vehicle modied. 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,
instrument panel, the inside review mirror,
ceiling headliner, ceiling and pillar garnish trim,
roof-mounted airbag modules, 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 466.
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems
Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder
light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates,
retractors and anchorages are working properly.
Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt
system parts. If you see anything that might keep
a safety belt system from doing its job, have it
repaired. Keep safety belts clean and dry. SeeCare
of Safety Belts on page 427for more information.
Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a
crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If
a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away.
Also look for any opened or broken airbag
covers, and have them repaired or replaced. The
airbag system does not need regular maintenance.
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Notice:If you damage the covering for the
driver’s or the right front passenger’s airbag, or
the side impact airbag covering on the ceiling
near the side windows, the airbag may not work
properly. You may have to replace the airbag
module in the steering wheel, both the airbag
module and the instrument panel for the right
front passenger’s airbag, or side impact airbag
module and ceiling covering for roof-mounted
rollover airbags. Do not open or break the
airbag coverings.Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash
{CAUTION:
A crash can damage the restraint systems
in your vehicle. A damaged restraint
system may not properly protect the
person using it, resulting in serious injury
or even death in a crash. To help make
sure your restraint systems are working
properly after a crash, have them inspected
and any necessary replacements made as
soon as possible.
If you have had a crash, do you need new belts or
LATCH system parts?
After a very minor collision, nothing may be
necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they
would be if worn during a more severe crash, then
you need new parts.
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Liftgate/Liftglass
{CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to drive with the
liftgate or liftglass 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 or
liftglass:
Make sure all other windows are shut.
Turn the fan on your climate control
system to its highest speed and select
the control setting that will force
outside air into your vehicle. See
“Climate Control System” in the Index.
If you have air outlets on or under the
instrument panel, open them all the
way. SeeEngine Exhaust on page 119.
Liftgate Release
To unlock the liftgate, use the power door lock
switch or the remote keyless entry transmitter.
SeeRemote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation on page 90. The liftglass will also unlock
when the liftgate is unlocked.
Press the button on the liftglass to open it.
To open the entire liftgate, lift the handle located
in the center of the liftgate. When the liftgate
is opened, the liftglass will lock after a short delay.
Emergency Release for Opening
Liftgate
1. Remove the trim plug, located on the inside of
the liftgate in the center, to expose the access
hole in the trim panel.
2. Use a tool to reach through the access hole in
the trim panel.
3. Pry the left release lever up to the unlock
position. Pry the right release lever up to
unlatch the liftgate.
4. Reinstall the trim plug.
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Parking Brake
To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake
pedal down with your foot and pull up on the
parking brake lever located between the seats.
If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light
on the instrument panel cluster will come on.
SeeBrake System Warning Light on page 183.
To release the parking brake, hold the regular
brake pedal down.Pull the parking brake lever up until you can press
in the button at the end of the lever. Hold the
button in as you move the parking brake lever all
the way down.
Notice:Driving with the parking brake on can
overheat the brake system and cause
premature wear or damage to brake system
parts. Verify that the parking brake is fully
released and the brake warning light is
off before driving.
If you are towing a trailer and you must park on a
hill, seeTowing a Trailer on page 305.
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Reprogramming a Single Universal
Home Remote Button
To program a device to Universal Home Remote
using a Universal Home Remote button
previously trained, follow these steps:
1. Press and hold the desired Universal Home
Remote button. Do not release the button.
2. The indicator light will begin to ash after
20 seconds. While still holding the Universal
Home Remote button, proceed with Step
2 under “Programming Universal Home
Remote” shown earlier in this section.
For additional information on Universal Home
Remote, seeCustomer Assistance Offices
on page 468.
Storage Areas
Glove Box
Open the glove box by pulling the handle to the
left. Use the key to lock and unlock.
Cupholder(s)
Your vehicle has a
cupholder on the
instrument panel next to
the radio.
To open the cupholder, push once on the support
and the cupholder will move into position for
use. To close the cupholder, lift the support up
towards the instrument panel.
A cupholder is located on the front of the center
console and two more are located at the rear
of the center console. To use the rear cupholders,
pull down on the lid.
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Instrument Panel Overview........................ 148
Hazard Warning Flashers.......................... 150
Other Warning Devices............................. 150
Horn.......................................................... 150
Tilt Wheel.................................................. 151
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................. 151
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................. 152
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.......... 153
Flash-to-Pass............................................ 153
Windshield Wipers..................................... 154
Windshield Washer.................................... 155
Rear Window Wiper/Washer...................... 155
Headlamp Washer..................................... 156
Cruise Control........................................... 156
Headlamps................................................ 160
Headlamps on Reminder........................... 160
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)................. 161
Automatic Headlamp System..................... 161
Fog Lamps................................................ 162
Instrument Panel Brightness...................... 163
Dome Lamps............................................. 163
Dome Lamp Override................................ 163
Entry Lighting............................................ 164
Exit Lighting.............................................. 164
Reading Lamps......................................... 164Electric Power Management...................... 164
Battery Run-Down Protection..................... 165
Accessory Power Outlet(s)........................ 166
Climate Controls......................................... 167
Dual Automatic Climate Control System....... 167
Outlet Adjustment...................................... 172
Rear Climate Control System.................... 173
Climate Controls Personalization................ 173
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators..... 174
Instrument Panel Cluster........................... 175
Speedometer and Odometer...................... 176
Trip Odometer........................................... 176
Tachometer............................................... 176
Safety Belt Reminder Light........................ 177
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light....... 177
Airbag Readiness Light............................. 178
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............. 179
Charging System Light.............................. 182
Voltmeter Gage......................................... 182
Brake System Warning Light..................... 183
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light...... 184
StabiliTrak
®Service Light........................... 185
StabiliTrak®Indicator Light......................... 185
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage............ 186
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Tire Pressure Light.................................... 186
Malfunction Indicator Lamp........................ 187
Oil Pressure Gage..................................... 190
Security Light............................................ 191
Cruise Control Light.................................. 191
Reduced Engine Power Light.................... 191
Highbeam On Light................................... 192
Service All-Wheel Drive Light.................... 192
Check Gages Warning Light...................... 192
Gate Ajar Light.......................................... 193
Fuel Gage................................................. 193
Low Fuel Warning Light............................ 194
Check Gas Cap Light................................ 194
Driver Information Center (DIC).................. 194
DIC Operation and Displays...................... 195
DIC Warnings and Messages.................... 199
DIC Vehicle Customization........................ 205Audio System(s)......................................... 212
Setting the Time........................................ 213
Radio with CD........................................... 214
Radio with Six-Disc CD............................. 222
Using an MP3........................................... 233
XM Radio Messages................................. 239
Navigation/Radio System........................... 243
Rear Seat Entertainment System............... 243
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)............................. 257
Theft-Deterrent Feature............................. 258
Audio Steering Wheel Controls.................. 259
Radio Reception........................................ 260
Care of Your CDs and DVDs.................... 261
Care of the CD and DVD Player............... 261
Fixed Mast Antenna.................................. 261
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System....... 261
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