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WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents
are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care
must be exercised when filling or working around
the washer solution.
TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN
This feature allows you to tilt the steering column
upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or
shorten the steering column. The tilt/telescoping control
handle is located below the steering wheel at the end of
the steering column.To unlock the steering column, push the control handle
downward. To tilt the steering column, move the steering
wheel upward or downward as desired. To lengthen or
shorten the steering column, pull the steering wheel
outward or push it inward as desired. To lock the steering
column in position, pull the control handle upward until
fully engaged.
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WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. The
tilt/telescoping adjustment must be locked while
driving. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving
or driving without the tilt/telescoping adjustment
locked could cause the driver to lose control of the
vehicle.
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL Ð IF EQUIPPED
When engaged, this device takes over the accelerator
operation at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h).
Electronic Speed Control Operation
The Speed Control Lever is located on the right side of
the steering wheel.
To Activate:
Push and release the ONOFF button located on
the end of the Speed Control Lever. The
CRUISE indicator in the instrument cluster will
illuminate. To turn the system OFF, push and
Speed Control Location
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Then proceed with Step 4 under ªProgramming
HomeLinkt.º earlier in this section.
Using HomeLinkT
To operate, simply press and release the programmed
HomeLinktbutton. Activation will now occur for the
trained device (i.e. garage door opener, gate operator,
security system, entry door lock, home/office lighting,
etc. The hand-held transmitter of the device may also be
used at any time.
Reprogramming A Single HomeLinkTButton
To re-program a channel that has been previously
trained, follow these steps:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position.
2. Press and hold the desired HomeLinktbutton until
the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds.Do not
release the button.3.Without releasing the button,proceed with PRO-
GRAMMING HOMELINKtStep #2 and follow all re-
maining steps.
Security
It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn
in your vehicle.
To do this, press and hold the two outside buttons for 20
seconds until the red indicator flashes. Note that all
channels will be erased. Individual channels cannot be
erased.
The HomeLinktUniversal Transceiver is disabled when
the Vehicle Security Alarm is active.
Troubleshooting Tips
If you are having trouble programming HomeLinkt, here
are some of the most common solutions:
²Replace the battery in the original transmitter.
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NOTE:If desired, the instrument panel power outlet
can be converted by your authorized dealer to provide
power with the ignition switch while in the ªLOCKº
position.The center console power outlet is powered directly from
the battery (power available at all times). Items plugged
into this outlet may discharge the battery and/or prevent
engine starting.
Instrument Panel Power OutletConsole Interior
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
mInstrument Panel Features.................173
mBase Instrument Cluster..................174
mPremium Instrument Cluster...............175
mInstrument Cluster Descriptions............176
mElectronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ±
If Equipped...........................187
NElectronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Displays............................188
NOil Change Required...................189
NTrip Functions.......................190NCompass Display.....................191
NPersonal Settings (Customer Programmable
Features)...........................194
mSetting The Analog Clock.................196
mRadio General Information................197
NRadio Broadcast Signals.................197
NTwo Types Of Signals..................197
NElectrical Disturbances..................197
NAM Reception.......................1974
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NFM Reception........................197
mSales Code REQ Ð AM/FM Stereo Radio
And 6±Disc CD/DVD Changer
(MP3/WMA AUX Jack)..................198
NOperating Instructions - Radio Mode.......199
NOperation Instructions - (Disc Mode For CD
And MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-Video)....206
NNotes On Playing MP3/WMA Files........208
NList Button (Disc Mode
For MP3/WMA Play)..................211
NInfo Button (Disc Mode
For MP3/WMA Play)..................211
mSales Code REN Ð Multimedia System Ð
If Equipped...........................213
NOperating Instructions Ð Satellite Radio
(If Equipped)........................214NOperating Instructions Ð Voice Recognition
System (VR) (If Equipped)...............214
NOperating Instructions Ð Hands-Free
Communication (UConnectŸ) (If Equipped) . . 215
NClock Setting Procedure.................215
mSales Code RER Ð Multimedia System Ð
If Equipped...........................217
NOperating Instructions Ð Satellite Radio.....218
NOperating Instructions Ð Hands-Free
Communication (UConnectŸ) (If Equipped) . . 218
NClock Setting Procedure.................218
mUniversal Consumer Interface (UCI) Ð
If Equipped...........................221
NConnecting The iPodtDevice............221
NControlling The iPodtUsing Radio Buttons . . . 221
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 Ð Air Outlet 6 Ð Radio 11 Ð Hazard Switch
2 Ð Side Window Demister Outlet 7 Ð Passenger Airbag 12 Ð Storage Compartment
3 Ð Instrument Cluster 8 Ð Glove Box 13 Ð Climate Control
4 Ð Ignition Switch 9 Ð Heated Seat Switch* 14 Ð Trunk Release Switch
5 Ð Analog Clock 10 Ð Electronic Stability Program Off Button* 15 Ð Power Top Switch
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indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the
engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon
your personal driving style.
Unless reset, this message will continue to display each
time you turn the ignition switch to the ªONº position.
To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the
Trip Odometer button on the instrument cluster. To reset
the oil change indicator system (after performing the
scheduled maintenance) perform the following proce-
dure:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ªONº position (Do
not start the engine).
2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three
times within 10 seconds.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.NOTE:If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not
reset. If necessary repeat this procedure.
15. Cruise Indicator Ð If Equipped
This indicator shows that the Speed Control
System is ON.
16. Odometer/Trip Odometer Reset Knob
Single Trip Odometer
Press and release this button to change the display from
odometer to trip odometer. The word ªTripº displays to
show that the odometer is in Trip Mode. Press and release
the button again to change the display back to the
odometer.
To reset the trip odometer, first set the display to Trip
Mode. Then push and hold the button (approximately 2
seconds) until the display resets to 0. The odometer must
be in Trip Mode to reset the trip odometer.
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