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WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag
system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or
may not function properly if modifications are
made. Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer
for any air bag system service. If your seat includ-
ing your trim cover and cushion needs to be
serviced in any way (including removal or
loosening/tightening of seat attachment bolts),
take the vehicle to your authorized dealer. Only
manufacturer approved seat accessories may be
used. If it is necessary to modify the air bag system
for persons with disabilities, contact your autho-
rized dealer.
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 is first
cycled 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.
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Installing The LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint
System
We urge you to follow the manufacturer’s directions
carefully when installing your child restraint. Not all
child restraint systems will be installed as described here.
Again, carefully follow the installation instructions that
are provided with the child restraint system.
NOTE:When installing a child restraint, if it interferes
with the Head Restraint, recline the seatback slightly to
remove the interference.
The lower anchors are round bars located at the
rear of the seat cushion where it meets the
seatback and are just visible when you lean
into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
You will easily feel them if you run your finger along the
intersection of the seatback and seat cushion surfaces. In addition, there are tether strap anchors located behind
each rear seatback, near to the floor.
Latch Anchorages
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“Automatic Locking Mode”. The chart below defines the
seating positions with an Automatic Locking Retractor
(ALR) or a cinching latch plate.
Driver Center Passenger
First Row N/A N/A ALR
Second Row ALR Cinch ALR Third Row ALR N/A ALR
•N/A — Not Applicable
•ALR — Automatic Locking Retractor
Installing a Child Restraint with an ALR:
1. To install a child restraint with ALR, first, pull enough
of the seat belt webbing from the retractor to route it
through the belt path of the child restraint. Slide the latch
plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” Next,
extract all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor and
then allow the belt to retract into the retractor. As the belt retracts, you will hear a ratcheting sound. This indicates
the safety belt is now in the Automatic Locking mode.
2. Finally, pull on any excess webbing to tighten the lap
portion around the child restraint. Any seat belt system
will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally, and
pull it tight if necessary.
NOTE:
When installing a child restraint, if it interferes
with the Head Restraint, recline the seatback slightly to
remove the interference.
To attach a child restraint tether strap:
1. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path
for the strap between the anchor and the child seat,
preferably between the head restraint posts underneath
the head restraint. For center seating position, adjust the
head restraint to the upward position and route the tether
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Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust
system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the
vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is
damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-
plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken,
damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open
seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes
to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition,
inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required.
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the seat 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 seat belt.
Air Bag Warning Light
The light should turn on and remain on for four to six
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the light is not lit during starting, or if the
light stays on, flickers, or turns on while driving, have the
system checked by an authorized 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.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the
driver footwell while the vehicle is moving. Ob-
jects can become trapped under the brake pedal
and accelerator pedal causing a loss of vehicle
control.
•If required, mounting posts must be properly
installed, if not equipped from the factory.
Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or
mounting can cause interference with the brake
pedal and accelerator pedal operation causing loss
of control of the vehicle.
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 objectslodged 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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▫50/50 Split Third-Row Passenger Seats With
Fold-Flat Feature —
Seven Passenger Models ............... 197
 To Open And Close The Hood ............ 200
 Lights ............................. 202
▫ Headlight Switch .................... 202
▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ...... 202
▫ Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only) ............ 203
▫ Headlight Time Delay ................. 203
▫ Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If
Equipped .......................... 204
▫ Lights-On Reminder .................. 204
▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped .............. 204 ▫
Multifunction Lever .................. 205
▫ Turn Signals ........................ 205
▫ Lane Change Assist ................... 206
▫ High/Low Beam Switch ............... 206
▫ Flash-To-Pass ....................... 206
▫ Interior Lights ...................... 206
▫ Map/Reading Lights .................. 208
 Windshield Wipers And Washers .......... 208
▫ Intermittent Wiper System .............. 209
▫ Windshield Wiper Operation ............ 210
▫ Windshield Washers .................. 211
▫ Mist Feature ........................ 212
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▫Headlights With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only) ............ 212
 Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column .......... 212
 Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped ..... 213
▫ To Activate ......................... 214
▫ To Set A Desired Speed ................ 215
▫ To Deactivate ....................... 215
▫ To Resume Speed .................... 215
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting .............. 215
▫ To Accelerate For Passing .............. 216
 Parksense Rear Park Assist — If Equipped . . . 216
▫ Parksense Sensors................... 217
▫ Parksense Warning Display ............ 217 ▫
Parksense Display................... 218
▫ Enabling And Disabling Parksense ....... 221
▫ Service The Parksense Rear Park Assist
System ............................ 222
▫ Cleaning The Parksense System......... 222
▫ Parksense System Usage Precautions ...... 222
 Parkview Rear Back Up Camera — If
Equipped ............................ 225
▫ Turning Parkview On Or Off — With Touch
Screen Radio ....................... 227
 Overhead Console ..................... 227
▫ Courtesy/Reading Lights .............. 227
▫ Sunglasses Storage ................... 228
▫ Interior Observation Mirror ............. 229
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Power Inverter — If Equipped ............ 247
▫ Power Inverter Operation .............. 248
 Cupholders .......................... 249
 Storage ............................. 251
▫ Glovebox Storage .................... 251
▫ Floor Console Storage ................. 251
▫ Center Console Storage ................ 252
▫ Flip ’n Stow™ Front Passenger Seat
Storage — If Equipped ................ 254
▫ Second-Row Passenger Seat Temporary
Storage Bin ......................... 254 ▫
Second-Row Map Pocket And Grocery
Retainers — If Equipped ............... 255
▫ In-Floor Storage Bin With Removable Liner . . 255
 Cargo Area Features ................... 257
▫ Rechargeable Flashlight — If Equipped ..... 257
▫ Cargo Management System ............. 258
 Rear Window Features .................. 262
▫ Rear Window Wiper/Washer ............ 262
▫ Rear Window Defroster ................ 264
 Roof Luggage Rack — If Equipped ......... 265
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