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tinue playing in a slow play mode. You
may also, depending on the radio, perform
reverse slow play by pressing the pause
button and then pressing the fast reverse
button. To cancel slow play mode, press
the play/pause button.
(Previous Track/Chapter):
Press this button to return to the start of
the current track or chapter. Press this but-
ton again to go to the previous track or
chapter. This button may not work when
the DVD is playing the copyright informa-
tion or the previews.
(Next Track/Chapter):
Press this button to go to the beginning of
the next chapter or track. This button may
not work when the DVD is playing the
copyright information or the previews.
(Fast Reverse):
Press this button to fast reverse the DVD
or CD. To stop fast reversing a DVD video,
press the play button. To stop fast revers-
ing a DVD audio or CD, release the fast
reverse button. This button may not work
when the DVD is playing the copyright
information or the previews.
(Fast Forward):
Press this button to fast forward the DVD
or CD. To stop fast forwarding a DVD
video, press the play button. To stop fast
forwarding a DVD audio or CD, release the
fast forward button. This button may not
work when the DVD is playing the copy-
right information or the previews. (Audio):
Press this button to change audio tracks
on DVDs that have this feature when the
DVD is playing. The format and content of
this function will vary for each disc.
(Subtitles):
Press this button to turn ON/OFF subtitles
and to move through subtitle options when
a DVD is playing. The format and content
of this function will vary for each disc.
AUX (Auxiliary):
Press this button to switch the system
between the DVD player and an auxiliary
source.
(Camera):
Press this button to change camera angles
on DVDs that have this feature when a
DVD is playing. The format and content of
this function will vary for each disc.
1 through 0 (Numeric Keypad):
The numeric keypad provides the capabil-
ity of direct chapter or track number selec-
tion.
(Clear):
Press this button within three seconds
after entering a numeric selection, to clear
all numeric inputs.
(Double Digit Entries):
Press this button to select chapter or track
numbers greater than nine. Press this but-
ton before entering the number.Battery Replacement
To change the remote control batteries, do
the following:
1) Remove the battery compartment door
located on the bottom of the remote
control.
2) Replace the two batteries in the com-
partment. Make sure that they are
installed correctly, using the diagram on
the inside of the battery compartment.
3) Close the battery door securely.
If the remote control is to be stored for a
long period of time, remove the batteries
and keep them in a cool, dry place.
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Problem Recommended Action
No power. The ignition might not be turned on or in accessory.
The picture does not fill the screen. There are black
borders on the top and bottom or on both sides or it
looks stretched out.Check the display mode settings in the setup menu by pressing the display
menu button on the remote control.
In auxiliary mode, the picture moves or scrolls. Check the auxiliary input connections at both devices.
The remote control does not work. Check to make sure there is no obstruction between the remote control and
the transmitter window.
Check the batteries to make sure they are not dead or installed incorrectly.
After stopping the player, I push Play but sometimes
the DVD starts where I left off and sometimes at the
beginning.If the stop button was pressed one time, the DVD player will resume playing
where the DVD was stopped. If the stop button was pressed two times the
DVD player will begin to play from the beginning of the DVD.
The auxiliary source is running but there is no picture
or sound.Check that the RSE video screen is in the auxiliary source mode.
Check the auxiliary input connections at both devices.
Sometimes the wireless headphone audio cuts out or
buzzes.Check for obstructions, low batteries, reception range, and interference from
cellular telephone towers or by using your cellular telephone in the vehicle.
Check that the headphones are on correctly using the L (left) and R (right)
on the headphones.
I lost the remote and/or the headphones. See your dealer for assistance.
The DVD is playing, but there is no picture or sound. Check that the RSE video screen is sourced to the DVD player.
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DVD Display Error Messages
The DVD display error message depends
on which radio you have. The video screen
may display one of the following:
Disc Load/Eject Error:
This message is displayed when there are
disc load or eject problems.
Disc Format Error:
This message will be displayed, if the disc
is inserted with the disc label wrong side
up, or if the disc is damaged.
Disc Region Error:
This message will be displayed, if the disc
is not from a correct region.
No Disc Inserted:
This message will be displayed, if no disc
is present when the EJECT button is
pressed on the radio.
DVD Distortion
Video distortion may occur when operating
cellular phones, scanners, CB radios, Glo-
bal Position Systems (GPS)*, two-way
radios, mobile fax, or walkie talkies.
It may be necessary to turn off the DVD
player when operating one of these
devices in or near the vehicle.
Cleaning the RSE Overhead Console
When cleaning the RSE overhead console
surface, use only a clean cloth dampened
with clean water.Cleaning the Video Screen
When cleaning the video screen, use only
a clean cloth dampened with clean water.
Use care when directly touching or clean-
ing the screen, as damage may result.
Theft-Deterrent FeatureTHEFTLOCK
® is designed to discourage
theft of your vehicle’s radio. The feature
works automatically by learning a portion
of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
If the radio is moved to a different vehicle,
it does not operate and LOCKED displays.
With THEFTLOCK
® activated, the radio
cannot operate if stolen.
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
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If your vehicle has audio steering wheel
controls, they may be differ depending onyour vehicle’s options. Some audio con-
trols can be adjusted at the steering wheel.
They include the following:
(Next/Previous):
Press the up or the down arrow to go to the
next or to the previous radio station stored
as a favorite.
When a CD/DVD is playing, press the up
or the down arrow to go to the next or pre-
vious track or chapter.
(Mute/Voice Recognition):
Press and release this button to silence
the vehicle speakers only. The audio of the
wireless and wired headphones, if your
vehicle has these features, will not be
muted. Press and release this button
again, to turn the sound on.
If your vehicle has the navigation system,
press and hold this button for longer than
one second to initiate voice recognition.
See “Voice Recognition” in the Navigation
System manual for more information.
SRCE (Source):
Press this button to switch between the
radio (AM, FM), XM (if equipped), CD, and
if your vehicle has these features, DVD,
front auxiliary, and rear auxiliary.
(Volume):
Press the plus or minus button to increase
or to decrease the radio volume.
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(Seek):
Press the seek arrow to go to the next
radio station while in AM, FM, or XM (if
equipped). Press this button to go to the
next track or chapter while sourced to the
CD/DVD slot.
Radio ReceptionXM
TM Satellite Radio Service
XMTM Satellite Radio Service gives digital
radio reception from coast-to-coast in the
48 contiguous United States, and in Can-
ada.
You may experience interference with sat-
ellite radio signals, while driving near tall
buildings or through hilly areas, causing
the sound to fade in and out. In addition,
driving or standing under heavy foliage,
bridges, garages, or tunnels may cause
loss of the XM
TM signal for a period of time.
The radio screen may display NO XM to
indicate interference.
AM
The range for most AM stations is greater
than for FM, especially at night. The longer
range can cause station frequencies to
interfere with each other. For better radio
reception, most AM radio stations will
boost the power levels during the day, and
then reduce these levels during the night.
Static can also occur when things like
storms and power lines interfere with radio
reception. When this happens, try reducing
the treble on your radio.FM
FM stereo will give the best sound, but FM
signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles
(16 to 65 km). Tall buildings or hills can
interfere with FM signals, causing the
sound to fade in and out.
Care of Your CDs and DVDsHandle CDs carefully. Store them in their
original cases or other protective cases
and away from direct sunlight and dust.
The CD player scans the bottom surface of
the disc. If the surface of a CD is damaged,
such as cracked, broken, or scratched, the
CD does not play properly or not at all. If
the surface of a CD is soiled, take a soft,
lint free cloth or dampen a clean, soft cloth
in a mild, neutral detergent solution mixed
with water, and clean it. Make sure the
wiping process starts from the center to
the edge.
Do not touch the bottom side of a CD while
handling it; this could damage the surface.
Pick up CDs by grasping the outer edges
or the edge of the hole and the outer edge.Care of the CD and DVD PlayerThe use of CD lens cleaners for CDs is not
advised, due to the risk of contaminating
the lens of the CD optics with lubricants
internal to the CD mechanism.
Multi-Band AntennaThe multi-band antenna is located on the
roof of your vehicle. This type of antenna is
used with the AM/FM radio and the XM
TM
Satellite Radio Service System. Keep this
antenna clear of snow and ice build up for
clear radio reception.
If your vehicle has a sunroof, the perfor-
mance of the radio system may be affected
if the sunroof is open.
The roof rack crossrails may cause inter-
ference with the radio reception if items are
kept in the rear most position. Keep objects
that have been loaded on the roof of the
vehicle at least one foot (0.31 meter) away
from the antenna. Make sure the multi-
band antenna is not obstructed.
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DRIVING YOUR VEHICLEYour Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ........................ 4-1
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Your Driving, the Road, and
Your VehicleDefensive DrivingThe best advice anyone can give about
driving is: Drive defensively.
Please start with a very important safety
device in your vehicle: Buckle up. Refer to
“Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone” in
“Safety Belts” in the “Seats and Restraint
Systems” section.
Drunken DrivingDeath and injury associated with drinking
and driving is a national tragedy. It is the
number one contributor to the highway
death toll, claiming thousands of victims
every year.
Alcohol affects four things that anyone
needs to drive a vehicle:
Judgment
Muscular Coordination
Vision
Attentiveness
Police records show that almost half of all
motor vehicle-related deaths involve alco-
hol. In most cases, these deaths are the
result of someone who was drinking and
driving. In recent years, more than 16000
annual motor vehicle-related deaths have
been associated with the use of alcohol,
with more than 300000 people injured.
Many adults – by some estimates, nearly
half the adult population – choose never to
drink alcohol, so they never drive after
drinking. For persons under 21, it is
against the law in every U.S. state to drink
alcohol. There are good medical, psycho-
logical, and developmental reasons for
these laws.
The obvious way to eliminate the leading
highway safety problem is for people never
to drink alcohol and then drive. But what if
people do? How much is “too much” if
someone plans to drive? It is a lot less than
WARNING
Defensive driving really means “Be
ready for anything.” On city streets,
rural roads, or expressways, it means
“Always expect the unexpected.”
Assume that pedestrians or other
drivers are going to be careless and
make mistakes. Anticipate what they
might do and be ready. Rear-end col-
lisions are about the most prevent-
able of accidents. Yet they are
common. Allow enough following
distance. Defensive driving requires
that a driver concentrate on the driv-
ing task. Anything that distracts from
the driving task makes proper defen-
sive driving more difficult and can
even cause a collision, with resulting
injury. Ask a passenger to help do
these things, or pull off the road in a
safe place to do them. These simple
defensive driving techniques could
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many might think. Although it depends on
each person and situation, here is some
general information on the problem.
The Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of
someone who is drinking depends upon
four things:
The amount of alcohol consumed
The drinker’s body weight
The amount of food that is consumed
before and during drinking
The length of time it has taken the
drinker to consume the alcohol
According to the American Medical Associ-
ation, a 180 lbs (82 kg) person who drinks
three 12 ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in
an hour will end up with a BAC of about
0.06 percent. The person would reach the
same BAC by drinking three 4 ounce (120
ml) glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if
each had 1-1/2 ounces (45 ml) of liquors
like whiskey, gin, or vodka.
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It is the amount of alcohol that counts. For
example, if the same person drank three
double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of
liquor each) within an hour, the person’s
BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A per-
son who consumes food just before or dur-
ing drinking will have a somewhat lower
BAC level.
There is a gender difference, too. Women
generally have a lower relative percentage
of body water than men. Since alcohol is
carried in body water, this means that a
woman generally will reach a higher BAC
level than a man of her same body weight
will when each has the same number of
drinks.
The law in most U.S. states, and through-
out Canada, sets the legal limit at 0.08 per-
cent. In some other countries, the limit is
even lower. For example, it is 0.05 percentin both France and Germany. The BAC
limit for all commercial drivers in the United
States is 0.04 percent.
The BAC will be over 0.10 percent after
three to six drinks (in one hour). Of course,
as we have seen, it depends on how much
alcohol is in the drinks, and how quickly the
person drinks them.
But the ability to drive is affected well
below a BAC of 0.10 percent. Research
shows that the driving skills of many peo-
ple are impaired at a BAC approaching
0.05 percent, and that the effects are
worse at night. All drivers are impaired at
BAC levels above 0.05 percent. Statistics
show that the chance of being in a collision
increases sharply for drivers who have a
BAC of 0.05 percent or above. A driver with
a BAC level of 0.06 percent has doubled
his or her chance of having a collision. At a
BAC level of 0.10 percent, the chance of
this driver having a collision is 12 times
greater; at a level of 0.15 percent, the
chance is 25 times greater!
The body takes about an hour to rid itself
of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of
coffee or number of cold showers will
speed that up. “I will be careful” is not the
right answer. What if there is an emer-
gency, a need to take sudden action, as
when a child darts into the street? A per-
son with even a moderate BAC might not
be able to react quickly enough to avoid
the collision.