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WIND BUFFETING
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain
open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur-
rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with
the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows
together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs
with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to
minimize the buffeting.
OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS (SEDAN)
Some of the most important safety features in your
vehicle are the restraint systems. These include:
²Front and rear seat belts for all passengers
²Front airbags for both the driver and front passenger
²Pretensioning and load-limiting retractors for the front
seat belts.
²Knee Impact Blocker panels for front seat occupants.
²Supplemental front seat mounted side Head/Thorax
airbags for both the driver and front passenger (if
equipped).
²Front seat belt retractors that incorporate pretension-
ers to enhance occupant protection by managing oc-
cupant energy during an impact event.
If you will be carrying children too small for adult-size
seat belts, your seat belts or the LATCH feature also, can
be used to hold infant and child restraint systems.
Please pay close attention to the information in this
section. It tells you how to use your restraint system
properly to keep you and your passengers as safe as
possible.
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NTroubleshooting Tips...................203
NGeneral Information...................203
mPower Sunroof (Sedan Only) Ð If Equipped....204
NExpress Open Feature..................204
NWind Buffeting.......................205
NSunroof Maintenance...................206
mElectrical Power Outlets..................206
NElectrical Outlet Use With Engine Off.......208
mConsole Features.......................208
mStorage..............................209
NCenter Console/Armrest Storage Bin.......209
NStorage Pockets.......................210mRear Shelf PanelÐ If Equipped.............210
NPosition 1 (Top)......................211
NPosition 2 (Middle)....................212
NPosition 3 (Floor).....................212
NPosition 4 (Vertical)....................212
NPosition 5 (Table).....................213
mRoof Luggage Rack Ð If Equipped..........215
mRear Window Features...................217
NElectric Rear Window Defroster...........217
NRear Wiper/Washer Switch (Sedan Models
Only) Ð If Equipped...................217
NAdding Washer Fluid..................218
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POWER SUNROOF (SEDAN ONLY) Ð IF
EQUIPPED
The power sunroof switch is located in the reading lamp.Turn the Ignition Key to the ACC or ON position, press
and hold the switch rearward to fully open the sunroof.
The sunroof can be stopped at any position between
closed and full open. Momentarily pressing the switch
rearward will activate the Express Open Feature, causing
the sunroof to open automatically.
Press and hold the button in the center of the sunroof
switch to open the vent. The sunroof can be stopped at
any position between closed and full vent. To close the
sunroof from the vent position, press and hold the switch
forward. Releasing the switch will stop the movement of
the sunroof and the sunroof will remain in the partial
vent position until the switch is pushed forward again.
Express Open Feature
During the Express Open operation, any movement of
the switch will stop the sunroof and it will remain in a
partial open position. Again, momentarily pressing the
switch rearward will activate the Express Open Feature.Power Sunroof Switch
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To close the sunroof, hold the switch in the forward
position. Again, any release of the switch will stop the
movement and the sunroof will remain in a partial open
condition until the switch is pushed forward again.
The sunshade can be opened manually. It will also open
as the sunroof opens. The sunshade cannot be closed if
the sunroof is open.
WARNING!
Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys in
the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat-
tended children, can become entrapped by the power
sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch.
Such entrapment may result in serious injury or
death.
WARNING!
In an accident, there is a greater risk of being thrown
from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could also
be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your
seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are
properly secured too.
Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof.
Never allow fingers or other body parts, or any object
to project through the sunroof opening. Injury may
result.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain
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open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur-
rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with
the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows
together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs
with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to
minimize the buffeting or open any window.
Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel.
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
The outlets include tethered caps, labeled with a key
symbol or battery symbol, indicating power source. All
outlets are protected by a single 20±Amp fuse.
The standard outlet in the front of the center floor console
is a conventional cigar lighter outlet.It will accept a cigar lighter unit, which is part of the
optional Smokers Package. To preserve the heating ele-
ment of the cigar lighter unit, do not hold the lighter in
the heating position. As a child safety precaution, this
outlet is powered by the ignition switch, only when the
switch is in the ON or ACC positions.Front Power Outlet
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when exiting the vehicle. Press and hold the EVIC button
when in this display until 0, 30, 60, or 90 appears to make
your selection.
Headlamps On With Wipers (Available with Auto
Headlights Only)
When ON is selected and the headlight switch is in the
AUTO position, the headlights will turn on approxi-
mately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on. The
headlights will also turn off when the wipers are turned
off if they were turned on by this feature. Press and hold
the EVIC button when in this display until ON or OFF
appears to make your selection.
NOTE:Turning the headlights on during the daytime
causes the instrument panel lights to dim. To increase the
brightness, refer to ªLightsº in this section.
Delay Power Off to Accessories Until Exit
When this feature is selected, the power window
switches, radio, hands±free system, DVD video system,power sunroof, and power outlets will remain active for
up to 60 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned
off. Opening a vehicle door will cancel this feature. Press
and hold the EVIC button when in this display until
ªOffº, ª45 sec.º, ª5 min.º, or ª10 min.º appears to make
your selection.
Turn Headlamps on with Remote Key Unlock
When this feature is selected the headlamps will activate
and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are
unlocked using the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Press and hold the EVIC button when in this display until
ªOFFº, ª30 sec.º, ª60 sec.º, or ª90 sec.º appears to make
your selection.
Confirmation of Voice Commands Ð If Equipped
When ON is selected all voice commands from the
U-ConnectŸ system are confirmed. Press and hold the
EVIC button when in this display until ON or OFF
appears to make your selection.
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INTEGRATED POWER MODULE (IPM)
CavityCartridge
FuseMini Fuse Description
6 10 Amp RedIOD Sw/
Pwr Mir/
Ocm Steer-
ing Cntrl
Sdar/Hfm
730 Amp
GreenIOD Sense1
830 Amp
GreenIOD Sense2
940 Amp
GreenPower Seats
1020 Amp Yel-
lowCCN,
Power
Locks
1115 Amp Lt
BluePower Out-
letINTEGRATED POWER MODULE (IPM)
CavityCartridge
FuseMini Fuse Description
1220 Amp Yel-
lowIgn Run/
Acc Inverter
1320 Amp Yel-
lowPwr run/
Acc Outlet
RR
14 10 Amp RedIOD CCN/
Interior
Lighting
15 50 Amp RedRAD Fan
Relay Bat-
tery Feed
1615 Amp Lt.
BlueIGN Run/
Acc Cigar
Ltr/Sunroof
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Overheating, Engine...................... 358
Owner's Manual (Operator Manual).........4,465
Paint Care............................. 411
Panel Rear Shelf........................ 210
Panic Alarm..........................26,32
Parking Brake.......................... 305
Passenger Seat Back Tilt (Easy Entry System).... 168
Passing Light........................... 190
Personal Settings........................ 244
Pets...............................80,114
Phone, Cellular......................... 138
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnectŸ)............ 138
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 317
Power
Deck Lid Release....................... 39
Distribution Center (Fuses)............... 419
Door Locks........................... 20
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet).......... 206Seats............................... 165
Steering..........................310,394
Steering, Checking..................... 394
Sunroof............................. 204
Windows............................. 42
Power Steering Fluid..................394,431
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts............54,89
Preparation for Jacking.................... 362
Pretensioners
Seat Belts...........................53,88
Programmable Electronic Features............ 244
Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless
Entry)...............................27,33
Radial Ply Tires......................... 324
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......... 400
Radio Broadcast Signals................... 250
Radio Operation...................251,259,277
Radio, Satellite.......................... 273
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