Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 12
Warning lights and chimes 12
Gauges 17
Trip computer 17
Message center 18
Multifunction display 19
Entertainment Systems 23
AM/FM stereo with CD 23
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 33
USB port 34
Satellite radio information 38
SYNC41
Privacy Information 43
Pairing your phone for the first time 47
Connecting a digital media player to SYNC75
Climate Controls 100
Manual heating and air conditioning 100
Rear window defroster 102
Lights 104
Headlamps 104
Turn signal control 107
Bulb replacement 109
Driver Controls 119
Windshield wiper/washer control 119
Steering wheel adjustment 120
Power windows 121
Mirrors 123
Speed control 125
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Voice command issues
Issue Possible
Cause(s)Possible Solution(s)
SYNC does not
understand what I
am saying.•You may be
using the wrong
voice commands.
•You may be
speaking too soon
or at the wrong
time.•Review the Phone voice
commands and the Media voice
commands at the beginning of
their respective chapters.
•Be aware that SYNC’s
microphone is either in your rear
mirror or in the headliner just
above the windshield.
SYNC does not
understand the
name of a song or
artist.•You may be
using the wrong
voice commands.
•You may not be
saying the name
exactly as it is
saved.
•The system may
not be “reading”
the name the same
way you are saying
it.•Review the media voice
commands at the beginning of the
media chapter.
•Say the song or artist exactly as
they are listed. If you say, “Play
Artist Prince”, the system will not
play music by Prince and the
Revolution or Prince and the New
Power Generation.
•Ensure that you are saying the
complete title such as “California
remix featuring Jennifer Nettles”.
•If the songs are saved in all
CAPS, you will have to spell them.
LOLA will require you to say, “
Play L-O-L-A”
•Don’t use special characters in
the title as the system will not
recognize them.
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Voice command issues
Issue Possible
Cause(s)Possible Solution(s)
SYNC does not
understand or is
calling the wrong
contact when I
want to make a
call.•You may be
using the wrong
voice commands.
•You may not be
saying the name
exactly as it is
saved.
•Contacts in your
phonebook may be
very short and
similar, or they
may contain
special characters.
•Your phonebook
contacts may be
saved in CAPS.•Review the phone voice
commands at the beginning of the
phone chapter.
•Ensure that you are saying the
contacts exactly as they are
listed. For example, if a contact is
saved as Joe Wilson, say, “Call Joe
Wilson”.
•The system does better if you
list full names such as “Joe
Wilson” rather than “Joe”.
•Don’t use special characters
such as 123 or ICE as the system
will not recognize them.
•If contacts are saved in CAPS,
you will have to spell them. JAKE
will require you to say, “ Call
J-A-K-E.”
Helpful Hints
•Ensure that the interior of the vehicle is as quiet as possible. Wind
noise from open windows and road vibrations may prevent the system
from correctly recognizing spoken voice commands.
•Ensure that you are speaking naturally and without any large pauses
between words.
•After you push
to begin a voice session, wait until the prompt
sounds andListeningappears in the display. Anything spoken prior to
this will not register with the system.
•You can, at any time, interrupt the system while it is speaking by
pushing
during an active voice session. The system will respond
with a listening prompt and allow you to speak a command.
•For a list of available voice commands, you can push
and say,
“Help” after the tone. The system will audibly list voice commands
available in your current mode.
•The system’s microphone is either located in your rear view mirror or
in the headliner just above your windshield. Ensure that the
microphone area is kept free of obstructions.
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:Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster and
demister vents. Can be used to clear thin ice or fog from the
windshield. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce
window fogging. To exit
select another mode.
3.Temperature:Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle.
For optimum defrosting performance, set the dial to the hottest setting.
4.
R:Press to activate/deactivate the rear window defroster. Refer to
Rear 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.
5.
:Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in the vehicle
cabin. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time required to cool
down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired
odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculated air engages
automatically when MAX A/C is selected or can be engaged manually in
any airflow mode except
(defrost).
6.A/C (if equipped):Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use
with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency.
Engages automatically in
(defrost),(floor/defrost) or MAX A/C.
Operating tips
•To reduce fog build-up on the windshield during humid weather,
select
(defrost) or(floor/defrost).
•To reduce humidity build-up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the
system off or with
(recirculated air) engaged and A/C off.
•Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the
airflow to the back seats.
•Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of
the windshield.
•To improve the time to reach comfort in hot weather, drive with the
windows slightly open for 2-3 minutes after start up or until the
vehicle has been “aired out.”
•A small amount of air may be felt from the floor vent regardless of the
air distribution setting that is selected.
During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary for
extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C in
the MAX A/C position, reduce blower fan speed from the highest setting
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and put the vehicle’s transmission into the P (Park) gear position
(automatic transmission only) to continue to receive cool air from your
A/C system.
For maximum cooling performance in MAX A/C mode:
1. Select MAX A/C.
2. Select the coolest temperature setting.
3. Set the fan to the highest speed initially. As the interior starts to cool
down, adjust the fan speed to maintain comfort.
To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:
1. Select
.
2. Select A/C.
3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort.
4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting.
5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows.
To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents
located in the middle of the instrument panel.
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER
R
The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel and
works to clear the rear window of fog and thin ice.
The engine must be running to operate the rear window defroster.
Press
Rto turn the rear window defroster on. An indicator light on the
control will illuminate when active.
Note:The rear defroster will turn on automatically when the outside
temperature is below 41° F (5° C).
The rear window defroster turns off automatically after a predetermined
amount of time, if a low battery condition is detected or when the
ignition is turned off or to the accessory position. To manually turn off
the rear window defroster at any time, press the control again.
If your vehicle is equipped with both rear defroster and heated mirrors,
the same control will activate both. Refer toHeated outside mirrorsin
theDriver Controlschapter.
Do not use razor blades or other sharp objects to clean the inside
of the rear window or to remove decals from the inside or the
rear window. This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and
will not be covered by your warranty.
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Replacing the side marker lamps
1. Turn the bulb holder clockwise
and remove it.
2. Remove the bulb from the bulb
holder.
3. Reverse the procedure to install the new bulb.
Replacing the signal indicator mirror bulbs (if equipped)
For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer.
Replacing the rear lamps (5-door)
1. Open the liftgate.
2. Remove the screws holding the
lamp assembly.
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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.
INTERIOR MIRROR
The interior rearview 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.
Note:A rear center passenger and/or raised rear center headrest (if
equipped) may also block the light from reaching the sensor.
Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh
abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.
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EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Power side view mirrors
WARNING:Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in
motion.
To adjust your mirrors:
1. Rotate the control clockwise to
adjust the right mirror and rotate
the control counterclockwise to
adjust the left mirror.
2. Move the control in the direction
you wish to tilt the mirror.
3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place.
Blind spot mirrors
Your vehicle is equipped with blind spot mirrors. Refer toBlind spot
mirrorsin theDrivingchapter.
Heated outside mirrors
(if equipped)
Both mirrors are heated
automatically to remove ice, mist
and fog when the rear window
defrost is activated.
Do not remove ice from the
mirrors with a scraper or
attempt to readjust the mirror
glass if it is frozen in place.
These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors.
Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh
abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.
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