The rear window defogger and
heated mirrors, if the vehicle has
them, turn on during colder outside
temperatures and turn off when
the key is turned to ON/RUN.
Laws in some communities may
restrict the use of remote starters.
For example, some laws may
require a person using the remote
start to have the vehicle in view
when doing so. Check local
regulations for any requirements
on remote starting of vehicles.
Do not use the remote start
feature if the vehicle is low on fuel.
The vehicle could run out of fuel.
If the vehicle has the remote
start feature, the RKE transmitter
functions have an increased
range of operation. However, the
range may be less while the vehicle
is running.There are other conditions which
can affect the performance of
the transmitter, seeRemote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System on page 2-3
for additional information.
/(Remote Start):This button is
located on the RKE transmitter if the
vehicle has remote start.
To start the vehicle:
1. Aim the transmitter at the
vehicle.
2. Press and release
Q, then
immediately press and hold
/until the parking lamps ash.
If the vehicle’s lights can not
be seen, press and hold
/for
at least four seconds. The
vehicle’s doors lock. When the
vehicle starts, the parking
lamps turn on and remain on
while the vehicle is running.
Pressing
/again, after the
vehicle has started, shuts the
vehicle off.3. If it is the rst remote start since
the vehicle has been driven,
repeat these steps while the
engine is still running, to extend
the time by 10 minutes for the
engine to continue to run. Remote
start can be extended one time.
After entering the vehicle during a
remote start, insert and turn the key
to the ON/RUN position to drive
the vehicle.
If the vehicle is left running it
automatically shuts off after
10 minutes unless a time extension
has been done.
To manually shut off a remote start:
Aim the RKE transmitter at the
vehicle and press
/until the
parking lamps turn off.
Turn on the hazard warning
ashers.
Turn the ignition switch on and
then off.
2-6 Features and Controls
The vehicle can be started using the
remote start feature two separate
times between driving sequences.
The engine runs for 10 minutes after
each remote start. Or, the engine
run time can be extended another
10 minutes within the rst 10 minute
remote start time frame, and
before the engine stops.
For example, if
Qand then/are
pressed again after the vehicle
has been running for ve minutes,
10 minutes are added, allowing
the engine to run for 15 minutes.
The additional 10 minutes are
considered a second remote start.The vehicle must be started with the
key once two remote starts, or a
single remote start with one time
extension has been done.
The vehicle can be started using the
remote start feature again after
the key is removed from the ignition.
The vehicle cannot be started
using the remote start feature if the
key is in the ignition, the hood is
open, or if there is an emission
control system malfunction.
The engine turns off during a remote
start if the coolant temperature
gets too high or if the oil pressure
gets low.Vehicles that have the remote
vehicle start feature are shipped
from the factory with the remote
vehicle start system enabled. The
system may be enabled or disabled
through the DIC if the vehicle has
DIC buttons. See “REMOTE
START” underDIC Vehicle
Customization on page 3-57for
additional information. If the vehicle
does not have DIC buttons, see
your dealer/retailer to enable
or disable the remote start system.
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It is recommended that a new
battery be installed in your
hand-held transmitter for quicker
and more accurate transmission of
the radio-frequency signal.
Programming the Universal
Home Remote System
For questions or help programming
the Universal Home Remote
System, call 1-800-355-3515 or go
to www.homelink.com.
Programming a garage door opener
involves time-sensitive actions,
so read the entire procedure before
starting. Otherwise, the device
will time out and the procedure will
have to be repeated.To program up to three devices:
1. From inside the vehicle, press
and hold down the two outside
buttons at the same time,
releasing only when the Universal
Home Remote indicator light
begins to ash, after 20 seconds.
This step will erase the factory
settings or all previously
programmed buttons.
Do not hold down the buttons for
longer than 30 seconds and do
not repeat this step to program
the remaining two Universal
Home Remote buttons.2. Hold the end of your hand-held
transmitter about 1 to 3 inches
(3 to 8 cm) away from the
Universal Home Remote buttons
while keeping the indicator light in
view. The hand-held transmitter
was supplied by the manufacturer
of your garage door opener
receiver (motor head unit).
3. At the same time, press and
hold both the Universal Home
Remote button to be used
to control the garage door and
the hand-held transmitter button.
Do not release the Universal
Home Remote button or
the hand-held transmitter button
until Step 4 has been completed.
Some entry gates and garage
door openers may require
substitution of Step 3 with the
procedure noted in “Gate
Operator and Canadian
Programming” later in this
section.
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An indicator light on the outlet turns
on to show it is in use. The light
comes on when the ignition is
in ON/RUN and equipment requiring
less than 150 watts is plugged
into the outlet, and no system fault
is detected.
The indicator light does not come
on when the ignition is in LOCK/OFF
or if no equipment is plugged into
the outlet.
If equipment is connected using
more than 150 watts or a system
fault is detected, a protection circuit
shuts off the power supply and
the indicator light turns off. To reset
the circuit, unplug the item and
plug it back in or turn the Remote
Accessory Power (RAP) off and then
back on. SeeRetained Accessory
Power (RAP) on page 2-22.
The power restarts when equipment
using 150 watts or less is plugged
into the outlet and a system
fault is not detected.The power outlet is not designed for
the following electrical equipment
and may not work properly if
these items are plugged into the
power outlet:
Equipment with high initial
peak wattage such as:
compressor-driven refrigerators
and electric power tools.
Other equipment requiring
an extremely stable power
supply such as:
microcomputer-controlled electric
blankets, touch sensor lamps, etc.
SeeHigh Voltage Devices and
Wiring on page 5-91.
Analog Clock
The analog clock is located on the
instrument panel above the
radio. The clock is not connected
with any other vehicle system
and runs by itself. To change the
clock, do the following:
1. Push and hold the button located
directly above the clock to
advance the clock hands.
Holding the button down will
cause the clock to advance
faster. Release the button before
you get to the desired time.
2. Push and release the button to
increase the time by one minute
increments until the desired
time is reached.
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such as a briefcase, handbag, or
grocery bag. To turn off the warning
light and/or chime, remove the
object from the seat or buckle the
safety belt
Airbag Readiness Light
This light shows if there is an
electrical problem. The system
check includes the airbag sensor,
the pretensioners, the airbag
modules, the wiring and the crash
sensing and diagnostic module.
For more information on the airbag
system, seeAirbag System on
page 1-45.
This light will come on and stay on
for several seconds when the
vehicle is started. Then the light
should go out.If the airbag readiness light stays on
after the vehicle has been started
or comes on when while driving, the
airbag system may not work
properly. Have the vehicle serviced
right away.{CAUTION
If the airbag readiness light stays
on after the vehicle is started or
comes on while driving, it means
the airbag system might not be
working properly. The airbags in
the vehicle might not in ate in a
crash, or they could even in ate
without a crash. To help avoid
injury, have the vehicle serviced
right away.
Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator
The vehicle has a passenger
sensing system. SeePassenger
Sensing System on page 1-52
for important safety information. The
instrument panel has a passenger
airbag status indicator.
When the vehicle is started, the
passenger airbag status indicator will
light ON and OFF, or the symbol for
on and off, for several seconds as a
system check. If you are using
remote start to start the vehicle from
United States
Canada
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REMOTE KEY LEARNING
ACTIVE
This message displays while you are
matching a Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter to your vehicle.
See “Matching Transmitter(s) to Your
Vehicle” underRemote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System Operation on
page 2-3andDIC Operation and
Displays on page 3-41for more
information.
REPLACE BATTERY IN
REMOTE KEY
This message displays if a Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter
battery is low. The battery needs to
be replaced in the transmitter.
See “Battery Replacement” under
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation on page 2-3.
RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN
This message displays and a chime
sounds if the passenger side rear
door is not fully closed and the
vehicle is shifted out of P (Park).
Stop and turn off the vehicle, check
the door for obstructions, and
close the door again. Check to see
if the message still appears on
the DIC.
SERVICE A/C (Air
Conditioning) SYSTEM
This message displays when the
electronic sensors that control
the air conditioning and heating
systems are no longer working.
Have the climate control system
serviced by your dealer/retailer
if you notice a drop in heating and
air conditioning efficiency.
SERVICE AIR BAG
This message displays if there is a
problem with the airbag system.
Have your dealer/retailer inspect the
system for problems. SeeAirbag
Readiness Light on page 3-31
andAirbag System on page 1-45for
more information.
SERVICE ALL WHEEL DRIVE
If your vehicle has the All-Wheel
Drive (AWD) system, this message
displays if there is a problem
with this system. If this message
appears, stop as soon as possible
and turn off the vehicle. Restart
the vehicle after 30 seconds
and check for the message on the
DIC display. If the message is
still displayed or appears again
when you begin driving, the AWD
system needs service. See your
dealer/retailer.
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Press the customization button until
MEMORY SEAT RECALL appears
on the DIC display. Press the
set/reset button once to access the
settings for this feature. Then
press the customization button to
scroll through the following settings:
OFF (default):No remote
memory seat recall will occur.
ON:The driver’s seat and outside
mirrors will automatically move
to the stored driving position when
the unlock button on the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is
pressed. The steering column
will also move on vehicles with the
power tilt and telescopic steering
feature. SeePower Tilt Wheel and
Telescopic Steering Column on
page 3-6for more information. See
“Relearn Remote Key” under
DIC Operation and Displays on
page 3-41for more information on
matching transmitters to driver
ID numbers.NO CHANGE:No change will be
made to this feature. The current
setting will remain.
To select a setting, press the
set/reset button while the desired
setting is displayed on the DIC.
REMOTE START
If your vehicle has this feature, it
allows you to turn the remote
start off or on. The remote start
feature allows you to start the
engine from outside of the vehicle
using the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter. SeeRemote
Vehicle Start on page 2-5for more
information.
Press the customization button until
REMOTE START appears on the
DIC display. Press the set/reset
button once to access the settings
for this feature. Then press the
customization button to scroll
through the following settings:
OFF:The remote start feature will
be disabled.ON (default):The remote start
feature will be enabled.
NO CHANGE:No change will be
made to this feature. The current
setting will remain.
To select a setting, press the
set/reset button while the desired
setting is displayed on the DIC.
FACTORY SETTINGS
This feature allows you to set all of
the customization features back
to their factory default settings.
Press the customization button until
FACTORY SETTINGS appears
on the DIC display. Press the
set/reset button once to access the
settings for this feature. Then
press the customization button to
scroll through the following settings:
RESTORE ALL (default):The
customization features will be set to
their factory default settings.
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FM-RDS station, the station name
or call letters display. In rare
cases, a radio station could
broadcast incorrect information that
causes the radio features to
work improperly. If this happens,
contact the radio station.
Playing the Radio
O(Power/Volume):Press to turn
the system on and off. Turn to
increase or decrease the volume.
For vehicles with a Rear
Entertainment System (RSE), press
and hold for more than two seconds
to turn off the entire radio and
RSE system and to start the
parental control feature. Parental
control prevents the rear seat
occupant from operating the Rear
Seat Audio (RSA) system or remote
control.
A lock symbol displays next to the
clock display while the parental
control feature is being used. The
feature remains on until
Oispressed and held for more than
two seconds, or the driver turns the
ignition off and exits the vehicle.
4(Information):Press to switch
the display between the radio station
frequency and the time. When the
ignition is in the OFF position, press
4to display the time. For vehicles
with XM, MP3, WMA or RDS
features, press
4to display
additional text information related to
the current FM-RDS or XM
station; or CD, MP3 or WMA song.
If information is available during
XM, CD, MP3 or WMA playback, the
song title information displays on
the top line of the display and artist
information displays on the
bottom line. When information is not
available, “NO INFO” is displayed.
Speed Compensated Volume
(SCV):The Speed Compensated
Volume (SCV) feature automatically
adjusts the radio volume to
compensate for road and wind noise
as the vehicle speeds up or slowsdown, so that the volume level is
consistent.
To activate SCV:
1. Set the radio volume to the
desired level.
2. Press the MENU button to
display the radio setup menu.
3. Press the pushbutton under the
AUTO VOLUM (automatic
volume) label on the radio
display.
4. Press the pushbutton under the
desired Speed Compensated
Volume setting (OFF, Low, Med,
or High) to select the level of
radio volume compensation.
Press the pushbutton located
below the BACK label on
the MENU SETUP display or let
the display time out after
approximately 10 seconds. Each
higher setting allows for more
radio volume compensation
at faster vehicle speeds.
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