Dome lamps and map lamps, rear lamps
Press the buttons to turn the map
lamps on/off.
Ambient lighting (if equipped)
Illuminates footwells, cupholders
and the instrument panel with a
choice of several colors. The
ambient lighting control switch is
located on the instrument panel. To
activate, press and release the
control to cycle through the color
choices plus the off state.
The lights come on whenever the ignition is in either the on or accessory
position.
Note:The ambient lights will stay on until the ignition is placed in the
off position and either of the front doors are opened or the accessory
delay timer expires.
Battery saver feature (interior lamps)
The battery saver feature turns off the lamps 30 minutes after the
ignition has been turned to the 1 (off) position.
•If the dome lamps are turned on using the panel dimmer control, the
battery saver will turn off them off 30 minutes after the ignition has
been turned to the 1 (off) position.
•If the courtesy lamps are turned on because one of the vehicle doors
was opened, the battery saver will turn them off 10 minutes after the
ignition has been turned to the 1 (off) position.
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4. Pull up the switch and hold until the window is fully closed.
5. Open the window and try to close it automatically.
6. Reset and repeat procedure if the window does not close
automatically.
Window lock
The window lock feature allows only
the driver and front passenger to
operate the power windows.
To lock out all window controls (except the driver’s and front
passenger’s) press the control. Press it again to restore the window
controls.
Note:The rear window switches will not illuminate when the window
control is in the locked position.
Accessory delay
With accessory delay, the window switches, audio system and moon roof
(if equipped) may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch
is turned off or until either front door is opened.
INTERIOR MIRROR
The interior rear view mirror has two pivot points on the support arm
which lets you adjust the mirror up or down and from side to side.
WARNING:Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in
motion.
Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror (if equipped)
The interior rear view mirror has an auto-dimming function. The
electronic day/night mirror will change from the normal (high reflective)
state to the non-glare (darkened) state when bright lights (glare) reach
the mirror. When the mirror detects bright light from behind the vehicle,
it will automatically adjust (darken) to minimize glare.
The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever the
vehicle is placed in R (Reverse) to ensure a bright clear view when
backing up.
Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the interior
rear view mirror since this may impair proper mirror
performance.
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Note:
•Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a
steep hill.
•If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, you
may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed.
•If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph (16 km/h) below
your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage.
Disengaging speed control
To disengage speed control, tap the brake pedal or clutch pedal (if
equipped) or press CAN.
Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previous set speed.
Note:When you use the clutch pedal to disengage the speed control,
the engine speed may briefly increase, this is normal.
Resuming a set speed
Press and release RES. This will automatically return the vehicle to the
previously set speed.
Increasing speed while using speed control
To increase the set speed:
•Press and hold SET+ until you get to the desired speed, then release.
You can also use SET+ to operate the tap-up function. Press and
release SET+ to increase the vehicle set speed in 1 mph (1.6 km/h)
increments.
•Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed then press and
release SET+.
Reducing speed while using speed control
To reduce the set speed:
•Press and hold SET– until you get to the desired speed, then release.
You can also use SET– to operate the tap-down function. Press and
release SET– to decrease the vehicle set speed in 1 mph (1.6 km/h)
increments.
•Press the brake pedal or the clutch pedal (if equipped) until the
desired vehicle speed is reached then press SET+.
Turning off speed control
To turn off the speed control, press OFF or turn off the ignition.
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Note:When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speed
control set speed memory is erased.
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)
SYNCsystem hands free control feature
Press
(located on the
multi-function lever) briefly to use
the voice command feature. You will
hear a tone and LISTENING will
appear in the radio display. Press
and hold
to exit voice command.
Press
to activate phone mode or answer a phone call. Press and
hold
to end a call or exit phone mode.
Press
to scroll through various menus and selections. Press
OK to confirm your selection.
M (Mode):Press repeatedly to scroll through available audio modes.
For further information on the SYNCsystem, refer to theSYNC
supplement.
MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)
The moon roof control is located on the overhead console.
WARNING:Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave
children unattended in the vehicle. They may seriously hurt
themselves.
WARNING:When closing the moon roof, you should verify that
it is free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are
not in the proximity of the moon roof opening.
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The IA key also contains a
removable mechanical key blade
that can be used to unlock the
driver door. To release the
mechanical key blade, press the
release buttons on the edge of the
transmitter and remove the key
blade.
Your IA keys are programmed to
your vehicle. You cannot enter or
start your vehicle with an unprogrammed key. If you lose one or both of
your IA keys, replacements are available from your authorized dealer.
For more information on programming replacement IA keys, refer to the
SecuriLockpassive anti-theft systemsection in this chapter.
Note:Your vehicle’s IA backup keys
were issued with a security tag that
provides important vehicle key cut
information. It is recommended that
you keep the tag in a safe place for
future reference.
POWER DOOR LOCKS
The power door lock control is
located on the instrument panel
near the radio.
Press the control to lock/unlock the
doors. When the light on the button
is on it indicates that all doors and
the trunk are locked. When the light
is off it indicates one or more doors
are unlocked.
Rear door unlocking/opening
Pull the interior door release handle twice to unlock/open the rear door.
The first pull unlocks the door and the second pull will unlatch the door.
Smart locks
This feature helps to prevent you from locking yourself out of the
vehicle.
If the interior power door lock control is pressed while the driver or
front passenger door is open with the key in the ignition, all door locks
will lock, and then unlock.
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If both front doors are closed, the vehicle can be locked by any method,
regardless of whether the key is in the ignition or not.
Smart locks for intelligent access keys (IA key) (if equipped)
This feature is intended to prevent you from unintentionally locking your
IA key inside your vehicle’s trunk.
If your vehicle’s perimeter alarm is in the armed state, the smart locks
feature will not allow you to lock your IA key inside the trunk. When the
alarm is armed, if the IA key is detected in the trunk, the trunk lid will
automatically be released when you attempt to close it, as a reminder
that the IA key is inside. If you would like to intentionally lock your IA
key in the trunk of your vehicle, first disarm the perimeter alarm by
unlocking the vehicle, then place the IA key in the trunk, close the
trunk, and rearm your perimeter alarm system by locking the vehicle
with the power door locks. For more information on arming/disarming of
the perimeter alarm system, refer toPerimeter alarm systemin this
chapter.
Central locking/unlocking
To centrally lock/unlock all doors (from the driver’s side only) using the
key from the outside when they are closed:
•Turn the key counterclockwise to lock all doors. The turn signal lamps
will flash twice.
•Turn the key clockwise once to unlock the driver’s door or twice to
unlock all doors. The turn signal lamps will flash once.
If the central locking function fails
to operate, the doors can be
individually locked using the key in
the position shown.
On the driver’s side, turn the key
clockwise to lock, and on the
passenger’s side turn the key
counterclockwise to lock.
Delayed Locking
If you try to electrically lock the doors while they are open, they will not
lock until the doors are closed. This feature only works when smart locks
are not active. SeeSmart locksin this section for more information
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Autolock (if equipped)
The autolock feature will lock all the doors when:
•all doors are closed,
•the ignition is in the on position,
•you shift into any gear putting the vehicle in motion, and
•the vehicle attains a speed greater than 4 mph (7 km/h).
If a door(s) is unlocked, the autolock feature will repeat when:
•the vehicle slows below 4 mph (7 km/h) and then attains a speed
greater than 4 mph (7 km/h).
Autounlock (if equipped)
If the doors have been autolocked, the doors will autounlock only when:
•the ignition is turned to the off or accessory position,
•the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being
switched from on to the off or accessory position.
Note:If you use the power door lock button to lock the doors before an
autolock event, the doorswill notautounlock.
Deactivating/activating autolock/autounlock
To enable/disable this feature, do the following:
You will have 30 seconds to complete the procedure.
1. Turn the ignition to the on position.
2. Press the power door lock button three times.
3. Turn the ignition to the off position.
4. Press the power door lock button three times.
5. Turn the ignition back to the on position (you will hear a chime
indicating that programming mode has been entered).
Autolock:Once in programming mode, each subsequent short press
(less than 1 second) of the power door lock button will toggle the state
of the autolock feature on and off. A chime will sound to indicate your
selection.
Autounlock:Each subsequent long press each (more than 2 seconds) of
the power door lock button will toggle the state of the autounlock
feature on and off. A chime will sound to indicate your selection.
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•arm and disarm the perimeter anti-theft system.
•operate the illuminated entry feature.
The remote entry lock/unlock feature operates in any ignition position
except when the engine is running and vehicle speed is more than 4 mph
(7 km/h).
If there are problems with the remote entry system, make sure to take
ALL integrated keyhead transmitters or intelligent access keys
with you to the authorized dealer in order to aid in troubleshooting the
problem.
Intelligent Access (if equipped)
WARNING:Radio waves from the intelligent access system
transmitters in the vehicle may affect certain implanted medical
devices such as pacemakers or cardiac defibrillators. People having
such implanted medical devices should ask the medical device
manufacturer or their physician whether the intelligent access system
may affect the equipment before coming into close proximity with a
vehicle equipped with intelligent access. Failure to do so may result in
interference with the medical device, which could result in serious
injury.
Your vehicle will allow you to unlock and enter your vehicle without
actively using a key or transmitter. You can use the intelligent access
feature at the driver door, passenger front door or at the trunk. You can
activate the intelligent access feature as long as you have one of your
intelligent access keys within range of the driver door, passenger front
door or the trunk.
Activating intelligent access at
the front doors:If your IA key is
within 3 feet (1 meter) of the
driver’s door or passenger front
door, you can activate your
intelligent access system by pressing
the lock button.
To lock the doors, press the lock
button.
To unlock the doors, press the lock
button again.
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