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Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 12
Warning lights and chimes 12
Gauges 18
Entertainment Systems 22
AM/FM stereo 22
AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 24
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 32
USB port 34
Satellite radio information 37
Navigation system 40
SYNC 40
Climate Controls 41
Manual heating and air conditioning 41
Dual electronic automatic temperature control 44
Navigation system based climate control 49
Rear window defroster 53
Lights 54
Headlamps 54
Turn signal control 58
Bulb replacement 59
Driver Controls 65
Windshield wiper/washer control 65
Steering wheel adjustment 66
Power windows 72
Mirrors 74
Speed control 80
Message center 89
Tailgate 113
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SINGLE ZONE CLIMATE CONTROL
1.
Defrost:Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster
vents and de-mister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield of fog
and thin ice. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce
window fogging. Press this button again to return to the previous air flow
selection.
2. A.
RRear defroster (if equipped):Press to activate/deactivate the
rear window defroster. Refer toRear window defrosterlater in this
chapter for more information. If your vehicle is equipped with both rear
defroster and heated mirrors, the same button will activate both.
2. B.
Heated mirrors (if equipped):Press to activate/deactivate.
This feature will remove ice and snow from the side view mirrors.
3.
Multifunction control:Press repeatedly to toggle through the
settings to choose:
•
:Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, de-mister
vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents. The system will
automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging.
•
:Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.
•
:Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, floor vents,
rear seat floor vents and de-mister vents.
•
:Distributes air through the floor vents and rear seat floor vents.
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12.–Front fan speed control:Press to decrease the fan speed.
13. A.
RRear defroster (if equipped):Press to activate/deactivate
the rear window defroster. Refer toRear window defrosterlater in this
chapter for more information. If your vehicle is equipped with both rear
defroster and heated mirrors, the same button will activate both.
13. B.
Heated mirrors (if equipped):Press to activate/deactivate.
This feature will remove ice and snow from the side view mirrors.
DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL WITH
HEATED AND COOLED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
Temperature conversion:To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius,
refer toMessage centerin theDriver Controlschapter.
1.
+Fan speed control:Press to increase the fan speed.
2.
Defrost:Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster
vents and de-mister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield of fog
and thin ice. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce
window fogging. Press this button again to return to the previous air flow
selection.
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9.PASS TEMP:Press to engage/disengage separate passenger side
temperature control. Turn to increase/decrease the air temperature on
the passenger side of the vehicle. The recommended initial setting is
between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C), then adjust for comfort. The
passenger side temperature setting will appear in the upper right corner
of the display.
10.
Passenger cooled seat:Press to control the passenger cooled
seat. Refer toHeated and cooled seatsin theSeating and Safety
Restraintschapter for more information.
11.
Driver heated seat:Press to control the driver heated seat.
Refer toHeated and cooled seatsin theSeating and Safety Restraints
chapter for more information.
12.
Driver cooled seat:Press to control the driver cooled seat.
Refer toHeated and cooled seatsin theSeating and Safety Restraints
chapter for more information.
13.
Power/Driver temperature:Press to activate/deactivate the
climate control system. When the system is off, outside air is prevented
from entering the vehicle. Turn to increase/decrease the air temperature
on the driver side of the vehicle. The control also adjusts the passenger
side temperature when PASS TEMP is disengaged. The recommended
initial setting is between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C), then adjust for
comfort. The driver side temperature setting will appear in the upper left
corner of the display.
14.
–Fan speed control:Press to decrease the fan speed.
15. A.
RRear defroster (if equipped):Press to activate/deactivate
the rear window defroster. Refer toRear window defrosterlater in this
chapter for more information. If your vehicle is equipped with both rear
defroster and heated mirrors, the same button will activate both.
15. B.
Heated mirrors (if equipped):Press to activate/deactivate.
This feature will remove ice and snow from the side view mirrors.
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DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL WITH
HEATED AND COOLED SEATS
(NAVIGATION BASED–IF EQUIPPED)
Temperature conversion:To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius,
refer toMessage centerin theDriver Controlschapter.
1.CLIMATE:Press to control the climate control system through the
touch display screen. SeeTouchscreen functionslater in this section.
2. A.
RRear defroster (if equipped):Press to activate/deactivate the
rear window defroster. Refer toRear window defrosterlater in this
chapter for more information. If your vehicle is equipped with both rear
defroster and heated mirrors, the same button will activate both.
B.
Heated mirrors (if equipped):Press to activate/deactivate.
This feature will remove ice and snow from the side view mirrors.
3.A/C:Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with
recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. A/C
engages automatically in MAX A/C,
(defrost) and
(floor/defrost).
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REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (IF EQUIPPED)R
The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel and
works to defrost your rear window from fog and thin ice. If equipped, it
also operates the heated mirror to remove snow and thin ice from the
side mirrors.
Ensure that the ignition on. Press to turn the defroster on/off. The
indicator light will illuminate when activated.
Do not use razor blades or other sharp objects to clean the inside
of the rear window or to remove decals from the inside of the
rear window. This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and
will not be covered by your warranty.
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Examples of unacceptable moisture (usually caused by a lamp water
leak) are:
•Water puddle inside the lamp
•Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior of
the lens
Take your vehicle to dealer for service if any of the above conditions of
unacceptable moisture are present.
Using the right bulbs
Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs must
be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America and an “E” for
Europe to ensure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe
visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the
lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time.
Function Number of
bulbsTrade number
Headlamps 2 H13/9008
Front park/turn lamps 2 3157NA
(natural amber)
Front sidemarker 2 168
Fog lamps 2 9140
Backup lamp (styleside) 2 921
Backup lamp (flareside) 2 3156
Rear stop/turn/sidemarker/tail lamp
(styleside)4 4057K
Rear stop/turn/sidemarker/tail lamp
(flareside)2 3057K
High-mount brakelamp 1 912
Cargo lamp 2 912
License plate lamp 2 194
Exterior mounted mirror turn signal
indicator (if equipped)2 See your dealer
Puddle lamp (if equipped) 2 See your dealer
All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer
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Replacing high-mount brake and cargo lamp bulbs
Make sure the headlamp control is
in the off position.
1. Remove the two screws and move
the lamp assembly away from the
vehicle to expose the bulb sockets.
2. Remove the bulb socket by rotating counterclockwise and pulling it
out of the lamp assembly.
3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb.
Install the new bulbs in reverse order.
Replacing fog lamp bulbs (if equipped)
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the off position.
2. Remove the bulb socket from the
fog lamp by turning
counterclockwise.
3. Disconnect the electrical
connector from the fog lamp bulb.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Replacing exterior mounted mirror turn signal indicator lamp bulbs
For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer.
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
The license plate bulbs are located
behind the rear bumper. To change
the license plate lamp bulbs:
1. Reach behind the rear bumper to
locate the bulb.
2. Twist the bulb socket
counterclockwise and carefully pull
to remove it from the lamp
assembly.
3. Pull out the old bulb from the
socket and push in the new bulb.
4. Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly by turning it clockwise.
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