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WARNING!
Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru-
ment panel could mean you won’t have the air bags
to protect you in a collision. If the light does not come
on as a bulb check when the ignition is first turned
on, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes
on as you drive, have an authorized dealer service the
air bag system immediately.
Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag
Inflator Units
The Driver and Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag
Inflator Units are located in the center of the steering
wheel and on the right side of the instrument panel.
When the ORC detects a collision requiring the Ad-
vanced Front Air Bags, it signals the inflator units. A large
quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the
Advanced Front Air Bags. Different air bag inflation ratesare possible, based on the collision type and severity. The
steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of
the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as
the air bags inflate to their full size. The air bags fully
inflate in about 50 to 70 milliseconds. This is about half of
the time it takes to blink your eyes. The air bags then
quickly deflate while helping to restrain the driver and
front passenger.
The Advanced Front Air Bag gas is vented through the
vent holes in the sides of the air bag. In this way, the air
bags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle.Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag (SAB)
Inflator Units
The Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags are de-
signed to activate only in certain side collisions.
The ORC determines if a side collision requires the side
air bags to inflate, based on the severity and type of
collision.
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Front And Side Impact Sensors
In front and side impacts, front and side impact sensors
can aid the ORC in determining the appropriate response
to certain impact events.
Enhanced Accident Response System
In the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if
the communication network remains intact, and the
power remains intact, depending on the nature of the
event the ORC will determine whether to have the
Enhanced Accident Response System perform the follow-
ing functions:
•Cut off fuel to the engine.
•Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or
until the ignition key is turned off.
•Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as
the battery has power or until the ignition key is
removed.
•Unlock the doors automatically.
If A Deployment Occurs
The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to deflate
immediately after deployment.
NOTE:Front and/or side air bags will not deploy in all
collisions. This does not mean something is wrong with
the air bag system.
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Air Bag Warning Light
You will want to have the air bags ready to
inflate for your protection in a collision. The
Air Bag Warning Light monitors the internal
circuits and interconnecting wiring associated
with air bag system electrical components. While the air
bag system is designed to be maintenance free. If any of
the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service
the air bag system immediately.
•The Air Bag Warning Light does not come on during
the four to eight seconds when the ignition switch is
first turned to the ON/RUN position.
•The Air Bag Warning Light remains on after the four to
eight-second interval.
•The Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently or
remains on while driving. NOTE:
If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine
related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint
Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. The air bags may
not be ready to inflate for your protection. Promptly
check the fuse block for blown fuses. Refer to the label
located on the inside of the fuse block cover for the
proper air bag fuses. See your authorized dealer if the
fuse is good.
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder
(EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in
certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air
bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will
assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems per-
formed. The EDR is designed to record data related to
vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of
time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle
is designed to record such data as:
•How various systems in your vehicle were operating;
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Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor,
torn webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt
or retractor condition, replace the belt.
Airbag Warning Light
The light should come on and remain on for four to eight
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the light is not lit during starting, see your
authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes
on while driving, have the system checked by an autho-
rized dealer.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield. See your
authorized dealer for service if your defroster is
inoperable.
Floor Mat Safety Information
Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your
vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area
unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they
cannot slip out of position and interfere with the pedals
or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other ways.
WARNING!
Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of
vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per-
sonal injury.(Continued)
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Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts
and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges.
Check the wheel nuts for tightness. Check the tires
(including spare) for proper cold inflation pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Door Latches
Check for positive closing, latching, and locking.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid, or
brake fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be
located and corrected immediately.
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▫Passenger’s Power Seat — If Equipped ..... 122
▫ Power Lumbar — If Equipped ........... 124
▫ Manual Front Passenger Seat Forward/
Rearward Adjustment ................. 125
▫ Manual Front Passenger Seatback
Adjustment — Recline ................. 126
▫ Front Passenger Seat Fold-Flat Feature —
If Equipped ........................ 126
▫ Heated Seats — If Equipped ............ 127
▫ Ventilated Seats — If Equipped .......... 130
▫ Head Restraints ..................... 131
▫ 60/40 Split Rear Seat .................. 136
▫ Folding Third Row ................... 139 
Driver Memory Seat — If Equipped ........ 140
▫ Setting Memory Positions And Linking
Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To
Memory ........................... 141
▫ Memory Position Recall ................ 142
▫ To Disable A RKE Transmitter Linked To
Memory ........................... 142
▫ Easy Entry/Exit Seat .................. 143
 To Open And Close The Hood ............ 144
 Lights ............................. 146
▫ Headlight Switch .................... 146
▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ...... 147
▫ Headlights On Automatically With Wipers . . 147
▫ Smartbeam™ — If Equipped ............ 148
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▫Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped .... 149
▫ Headlight Delay ..................... 149
▫ Parking Lights And Panel Lights ......... 150
▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped .............. 150
▫ Interior Lights ...................... 151
▫ Lights-On Reminder .................. 152
▫ Battery Saver ....................... 152
▫ Front Map/Reading Lights ............. 152
▫ Ambient Light ...................... 153
▫ Multifunction Lever .................. 154
▫ Turn Signals ........................ 154
▫ Lane Change Assist ................... 154
▫ Flash-To-Pass ....................... 154 ▫
High/Low Beam Switch ............... 155
 Windshield Wipers And Washers .......... 155
▫ Windshield Wiper Operation ............ 156
▫ Intermittent Wiper System .............. 156
▫ Windshield Washer Operation ........... 157
▫ Mist ............................. 158
▫ Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ....... 158
 Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column .......... 160
 Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column —
If Equipped .......................... 160
 Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped ...... 162
 Electronic Speed Control ................ 163
▫ To Activate ......................... 164
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▫Enabling And Disabling Parksense ....... 197
▫ Service The Parksense Rear Park Assist
System ............................ 198
▫ Cleaning The Parksense System......... 199
▫ Parksense System Usage Precautions ...... 199
 Parkview Rear Back Up Camera —
If Equipped .......................... 202
▫ Turning Parkview On Or Off — With
Navigation/Multimedia Radio ........... 203
▫ Turning Parkview On Or Off — Without
Navigation/Multimedia Radio ........... 204
 Overhead Console ..................... 204
▫ Front Map/Reading Lights ............. 204
▫ Sunglass Bin Door ................... 205 
Garage Door Opener — If Equipped ........ 206
▫ Programming HomeLink .............. 207
▫ Gate Operator/Canadian Programming .... 210
▫ Using HomeLink ................... 210
▫ Reprogramming A Single
HomeLink Button................... 211
▫ Security ........................... 211
▫ Troubleshooting Tips .................. 211
▫ General Information .................. 212
 Power Sunroof — If Equipped ............ 212
▫ Opening Sunroof — Express ............ 213
▫ Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode ........ 213
▫ Closing Sunroof — Express ............. 214
▫ Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode ........ 214
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