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Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 18
Warning lights and chimes 18
Gauges 25
Message center 35
Entertainment Systems 50
AM/FM stereo with CDX6/MP3 50
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 58
USB port 60
Satellite radio information 62
Navigation system 65
SYNC65
Climate Controls 66
Dual automatic temperature control 66
Navigation system based climate control 69
Rear window defroster 73
Lights 75
Headlamps 75
Turn signal control 80
Bulb replacement 81
Driver Controls 87
Windshield wiper/washer control 87
Steering wheel adjustment 88
Power windows 93
Mirrors 95
Speed control 97
Moon roof 100
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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.
Fuel economy
Use this to turn the instantaneous fuel economy gauge on or off. While
Fuel Economy is highlighted, press RESET to select it and move right to
highlight the following choices:
•On
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DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (DATC) SYSTEM
WITH HEATED AND COOLED SEATS
1.
+Fan speed control:Press to increase the fan speed.
2.
Defrost:Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster
vents and de-mister 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.
3.
Manual override control:Allows you to manually select where
airflow is directed. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO.
When choosing to control airflow manually, press repeatedly to toggle
through the settings to choose:
•
: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.
•
:Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.
•
:Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, floor vents,
rear seat floor vents and de-mister vents.
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To disable the smart-zone feature:Press and hold PASS TEMP for
more than four seconds. Both temperature displays will begin flashing to
signify that the feature has been disabled. The system will remain in dual
zone mode.
To re-enable the smart-zone feature:Press and hold PASS TEMP for
more than four seconds. The driver’s temperature display will begin
flashing to signify that the feature has been re-enabled. The system will
return to the previous mode after PASS TEMP is released.
9.
Passenger heated seat:Press to activate/deactivate the
passenger heated seat. Refer toHeated and cooled seatsin theSeating
and Safety Restraintschapter for more information.
10.
Passenger cooled seat:Press to activate/deactivate the
passenger cooled seat. Refer toHeated and cooled seatsin theSeating
and Safety Restraintschapter for more information.
11.
Driver cooled seat:Press to activate/deactivate the driver
cooled seat. Refer toHeated and cooled seatsin theSeating and
Safety Restraintschapter for more information.
12.
Driver heated seat:Press to activate/deactivate the driver
heated seat. Refer toHeated and cooled seatsin theSeating and
Safety Restraintschapter for more information.
13.
Power/Driver temperature:Press to activate/deactivate the
climate control system. When the system is off, outside air is prevented
from entering the vehicle. Turn to increase/decrease the air 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.
14.
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.
15.
–Fan speed control:Press to decrease the fan speed.
Outside temperature:The outside temperature will appear in the
display and is label as EXT TEMP.
Temperature conversion:To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius,
refer toMessage centerin theInstrument Clusterchapter.
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DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL WITH HEATED
AND COOLED SEATS (NAVIGATION SYSTEM BASED–IF EQUIPPED)
Temperature conversion:To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius,
refer toMessage centerin theInstrument Clusterchapter.
1.Climate:Press to control the climate control system through the
touch display screen. SeeTouchscreen functionslater in this section.
2.Passenger temperature:Press to activate separate passenger
temperature control and turn the knob to increase/decrease the air
temperature on the passenger side of the vehicle.
3.
Passenger heated seat:Press to heat the passenger heated seat.
Refer toHeated and cooled seatsin theSeating and Safety Restraints
chapter for more information.
4.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).
5.RRear defroster:Press to activate/deactivate the rear window
defroster. Refer toRear window defrosterlater in this chapter for more
information. This button will also activate the heated mirrors.
6.
Defrost:Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster
vents and de-mister 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.
A/C
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TOUCHSCREEN FUNCTIONS
Temperature– Press the
up anddown 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 anddown 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 climate
control bezel.
Fan Speed– Press + to increase the fan speed and – to decrease fan
speed.
Dual– Press to activate/deactivate separate driver and passenger
temperature controls.
Max A/C– Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel
vents to cool the vehicle. This re-cooling of the interior air is more
economical and efficient. Recirculated air may also help reduce
undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. Press MAX A/C again for
normal operation.
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