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Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 18
Warning lights and chimes 18
Gauges 25
Message center 36
Entertainment Systems 51
AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 51
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 59
USB port 61
Satellite radio information 64
Navigation system 67
SYNC67
Climate Controls 68
Dual automatic temperature control 68
Navigation system based climate control 71
Rear window defroster 75
Lights 77
Headlamps 77
Turn signal control 81
Bulb replacement 82
Driver Controls 87
Windshield wiper/washer control 87
Steering wheel adjustment 89
Power windows 95
Mirrors 97
Speed control 98
Moon roof 101
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These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Safety Alert
See Owner’s Guide
Fasten Safety BeltAirbag - Front
Airbag - SideChild Seat Lower
Anchor
Child Seat Tether
AnchorBrake System
Anti-Lock Brake SystemParking Brake System
Brake Fluid -
Non-Petroleum BasedParking Aid System
Stability Control SystemSpeed Control
Master Lighting SwitchHazard Warning Flasher
Fog Lamps-FrontFuse Compartment
Fuel Pump ResetWindshield Wash/Wipe
Windshield
Defrost/DemistRear Window
Defrost/Demist
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Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Power Windows
Front/Rear
Power Window Lockout
Child Safety Door
Lock/UnlockInterior Luggage
Compartment Release
Panic AlarmEngine Oil
Engine CoolantEngine Coolant
Temperature
Do Not Open When HotBattery
Avoid Smoking, Flames,
or SparksBattery Acid
Explosive GasFan Warning
Power Steering FluidMaintain Correct Fluid
LevelMAX
MIN
Service Engine SoonEngine Air Filter
Passenger Compartment
Air FilterJack
Check Fuel CapLow Tire Pressure
Warning
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The setup menu operates by use of
the INFO, SETUP, and RESET
buttons:
•SETUP: Press to enter the setup menu. Press SETUP to scroll through
the list in the active window. The list wraps back to the first item
when the end of the list is reached. An arrow at the top or bottom (or
both) of the list indicates that additional entries are available.
•RESET: Selects the currently highlighted list item and moves the
selection to the right. The currently selected options are indicated by
a check mark. Press SETUP to scroll through the list of options and
then press RESET to select that item. A check mark will appear next
to the selected item.
•INFO: Used to move left in the menu and to exit out.
Display settings
Press SETUP to reach Display Settings.
While Display Settings is highlighted, press RESET to select it and move
right to display the following:
Display mode
Choosing display mode allows you to select which instrument cluster
level you would like displayed. While Display Mode is highlighted, press
RESET to select it and move right to display to the following:
•Inform
•Enlighten (default level)
•Engage
•Empower
Press SETUP to scroll through the list and highlight one of the choices.
Press RESET to pick the highlighted item.
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DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
1.AUTO/Driver temperature:Press to engage full automatic
operation. Select the desired temperature using the temperature control.
The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow distribution,
A/C on or off, and outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle
to reach the desired temperature. Turn to increase/decrease the
temperature on the driver side of the vehicle. The control also adjusts
the passenger side temperature when PASS TEMP is disengaged or
anytime the passenger seat is not occupied. 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.
2.
RRear defroster:Press to activate/deactivate the rear window
defroster. This button will also activate/deactivate the heated mirrors (if
equipped). Refer toRear window defrosterlater in this chapter for
more information.
3.
Defrost:Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster
vents and demister 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. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO.
4.
:Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, demister
vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents. The system will automatically
provide outside air to reduce window fogging. To return to full automatic
control, press AUTO.
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DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (NAVIGATION
BASED – IF EQUIPPED)
1.CLIMATE:Press to control the climate control system through the
touch display screen. SeeTouchscreen functionslater in this section.
2.
RRear defroster:Press to activate/deactivate the rear window
defroster. This button will also activate/deactivate the heated mirrors (if
equipped). Refer toRear window defrosterlater in this chapter for
more information.
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).
4.Passenger temperature:Press 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
display.
5.
Passenger heated seat (if equipped):Press to
activate/deactivate the passenger heated seat. Refer toHeated seatsin
theSeating and Safety Restraintschapter for more information.
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6.Recirculated air:Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in
the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed to
cool down the interior of the vehicle and, when used with A/C, 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).
Recirculated air may turn off automatically in all airflow selections
except MAX A/C. When the ignition switch is turned off and back on, the
climate system will return to the recirculated air mode only if the A/C
button LED is illuminated and the air distribution selection is
either
(panel) or(floor/panel).
7. –
+Fan speed control:Press to increase/decrease the fan speed.
Manual fan speed will appear in the touch screen. To return to full
automatic control, press AUTO.
8.AUTO:Press to engage full automatic operation. The system will
automatically determine fan speed, airflow distribution, A/C on or off,
and outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the
desired temperature.
9.Driver temperature:Press to increase/decrease the air temperature
for the driver side of the vehicle. This control also adjusts the passenger
side temperature when DUAL 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 display.
10.
Driver heated seat (if equipped):Press to activate/deactivate
the driver heated seat. Refer toHeated seatsin theSeating and Safety
Restraintschapter for more information.
11.
Power:Press to activate/deactivate the climate control system.
When the system is off, outside air is prevented from entering the
vehicle. The climate status in the touchscreen will also be turned off.
12.
Defrost:Distributes outside air through the windshield
defroster vents and demister 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. To return to full automatic mode, press AUTO.
Outside temperature:The outside temperature will appear in the
display as EXT XX.
Temperature conversion:To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius,
refer toMessage centerin theInstrument Clusterchapter.
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TOUCHSCREEN FUNCTIONS
Temperature conversion:To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius,
refer toMessage centerin theInstrument Clusterchapter.
Temperature:Press the up and down arrows on the left side of the
screen to increase/decrease the airflow temperature for the driver side of
the vehicle. This control also adjusts the passenger side temperature
when dual zone operation is disengaged. Press the up and down arrows
on the right side of the screen to increase/decrease the airflow
temperature for the passenger side of the vehicle.
•
: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, rear seat floor vents.
•
: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.
To return to full automatic control, press AUTO on the main bezel.
Fan Speed:Press to decrease/increase the fan speed.
Dual:Press to activate/deactivate separate driver and passenger
temperature controls.
Each time the vehicle is started and driven without an occupant in the
front passenger seat, the climate control system may default to single
zone operation to improve fuel economy. This smart-zone feature will
turn off the passenger temperature display and the temperature control
will be based on the driver’s temperature setting. If dual zone operation
is desired without a front passenger present, pressDualor adjust the
passenger temperature normally. The system will remain in dual zone
mode.
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