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²Always wait for the beep before speaking.
²Speak normally, without pausing, just as you would
speak to a person sitting approximately eight (8) feet
away from you.
²Make sure that no one other than you is speaking
during a voice recognition period.
²Performance is maximized under:
²low-to-medium blower setting,
²low-to-medium vehicle speed,
²low road noise,
²smooth road surface,
²fully closed windows,
²dry weather condition.
²Even though the system is designed for users speaking
in North American English, French, and Spanish ac-
cents, the system may not always work for some.
²When navigating through an automated system, such
as voice mail, or when sending a page, at the end of
speaking the digit string, make sure to say9Send.9
²Storing names in phone book when vehicle is not in
motion is recommended.
²It is not recommended to store similar sounding
names in the UConnecttphone book.
²UConnecttphone book nametag recognition rate is
optimized for the person who stored the name in the
phone book.
²You can say9O9(letter9O9) for909(zero).98009must be
spoken9eight-zero-zero.9
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²Even though international dialing for most number
combinations is supported, some shortcut dialing
number combinations may not be supported.
²In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be
compromised with the convertible top down.
Far End Audio Performance
²
Audio quality is maximized under:
²low-to-medium blower setting,
²low-to-medium vehicle speed,
²low road noise,
²smooth road surface,
²fully closed windows, and
²dry weather condition.
²operation from driver seat.
²Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness
to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and
not the UConnecttsystem.
²Echo at far end can sometime be reduced by lowering
the in-vehicle audio volume.
²In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be
compromised with the convertible top down.
Bluetooth Communication Link
Cellular phones have been found to lose connection to
the UConnecttsystem. When this happens, the connec-
tion can generally be re-established by switching the
phone off/on. Your cell phone is recommended to remain
in Bluetooth9on9mode.
Power-Up
After switching the ignition key from OFF to either ON
or ACC position, or after a language change, you must
wait at least five (5) seconds prior to using the system.
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System Operation
The system uses four sensors located in the rear bumper
fascia to scan for obstacles up to 79 inches (200 cm) away
from the rear bumper fascia. The warning display located
above the rear window provides both visible and audible
warnings to indicate the range of the object.The warning display contains two sets of yellow and red
LEDs, one set to warn of obstacles behind the left rear of
the vehicle and the other set to warn of obstacles behind
the right rear of the vehicle. The driver can view the LEDs
either through the rear view mirror or by looking at the
display above the rear window.
Rear Park Assist SwitchRear Park Assist Indicator
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sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruc-
tion if this occurs. Next, press the switch forward and
release to Express Close.
Pinch Protect Override
If a known obstruction (ice, debris, etc.) prevents closing,
press the switch forward and hold. This allows the
sunroof to move towards the closed position.
NOTE:Pinch protection is disabled while the switch is
pressed.
Venting Sunroof - Express
Press and release the9V9button, and the sunroof will
open to the vent position. This is called Express Vent, and
it will occur regardless of sunroof position. During
Express Vent operation, any movement of the switch will
stop the sunroof.
Sunshade Operation
The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the
sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens.
NOTE:The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is
open.
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, then open the front and rear
windows together to minimize the buffeting. If the
buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sun-
roof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any
window.
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To resume the operation from a partially closed position,
press and hold the switch once again.
Manually
The Sky Slidertdrive motors are mounted to the roof
above the cargo lamp. In the event that your vehicle
losses battery power, you can close the Sky Slidertby
turning the drive gears in the appropriate motor with a 6
mm Allen wrench. To do so, you must first remove the
cargo lamp from the headliner. Then, insert the wrench
into the ªAllenº shaped hole in the appropriate motor
and turn the wrench clockwise until the top closes
completely. The left motor facing forward will close the
top when it is open from the rear of the vehicle. The right
motor will close the top when it is open from the front of
the vehicle.
Anti-Pinch Protect Feature
The Sky Slidertwill retract automatically if it detects an
obstruction while closing. If this occurs, remove the
obstruction and use the switch again to close the Sky
Slider.t
WARNING!
There is no anti-pinch protection when the Sky
Slidertis almost closed. Be sure to clear all objects
from the Sky Slidertbefore closing.
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 Sky Slidertin certain open or
partially open positions. This is a normal occurrence and
can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the rear
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windows open, then open the front and rear windows
together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs
with the Sky Slidertopen, adjust the Sky Slidertopening
to minimize the buffeting or open any window.
Sky SliderTMaintenance
Refer to ªSky SlidertTop Careº under ªMaintaining Your
Vehicleº in Section 7 of this manual.
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLET
Your vehicle is equipped with a fused 12-volt power
outlet. This outlet is located on the instrument panel
below the climate controls. It has power available when
the ignition switch is in the ON position. It can operate a
conventional cigar lighter unit or power accessories
designed for use with a standard power outlet adapter.NOTE:If desired, the instrument panel power outlet
can be converted by your authorized dealer to provide
power with the ignition switch in the LOCK position.
Front Power Outlet
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REAR WINDOW FEATURES
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Ð If Equipped
The Rear Window Wiper / Washer Control is
located on the right side of the steering column.The rotary ring switch on the lever controls rear wiper
and washer operation. Rotate the switch upward to the
first detent to activate the rear wiper. Rotate the switch
upward to the second detent to activate the rear washer.
The washer will continue to operate until you release the
switch. Once released, the wiper will cycle three times,
return to the park position, and then resume normal
operation.
NOTE:The rear wiper will automatically return to the
ªParkº position if you turn off the ignition switch while
it is operating. The rear wiper will resume operation
when you turn the ignition switch to the ON position
again.
Rear Window Wiper / Washer Control
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CAUTION!
²Turn the rear wiper off when driving through an
automatic car wash. Damage to the rear wiper may
result if the rear wiper control is left in the ON
position.
²In cold weather, always turn off the rear wiper
switch and allow the rear wiper to return to the
park position before turning off the engine. If the
rear wiper switch is left on and the rear wiper
freezes to the window, damage to the rear wiper
motor may occur when the vehicle is restarted.
²Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents
the rear wiper blade from returning to the PARK
position. If the rear wiper control is turned OFF
and the blade cannot return to the PARK position,
damage to the rear wiper motor may occur.
Adding Washer Fluid
The windshield washer and rear window washer share
the same fluid reservoir. The reservoir is located in the
front of the engine compartment. Be sure to check the
fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with
windshield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and
operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the
residual water.
Rear Window Defroster Ð If Equipped
The electric Rear Window Defroster Control is
located on the climate control. Press this button to
turn on the rear window defroster and the heated side
mirrors (if equipped). An LED in the button will illumi-
nate when the rear window defroster is ON. The de-
froster turns off automatically after approximately 10
minutes of operation for the first push of the button, and
will turn off after approximately 5 minutes for the second
push of the button.
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