Climate Control 142
Manual heating and air conditioning........................142
Dual automatic temperature control........................144
Rear window defroster.................................151
Cabin air filter.......................................152
Seats 154
Sitting in the correct position............................154
Head restraints.......................................155
Front manual seats....................................157
Power seats.........................................158
Memory function......................................161
Heated seats.........................................162
Heated and cooled seats................................163
Universal Garage Door Opener 168
HomeLinkwireless control system........................168
Auxiliary Power Points 173
Storage Compartments 174
Center console.......................................174
Overhead console.....................................175
Starting and Stopping the Engine 176
Ignition switch.......................................177
Keyless starting......................................177
Engine block heater...................................180
Fuel and Refueling 182
Fuel quality.........................................183
Running out of fuel....................................184
Refueling ...........................................186
Fuel consumption.....................................187
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HOMELINKWIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Make sure that the garage door and security device
are free from obstruction when you are programming. Do not
program the system with the vehicle in the garage.
WARNING:Do not use the system with any garage door opener
that does not have the safety stop and reverse feature as required
by U.S. Federal Safety Standards (this includes any garage door opener
manufactured before April 1, 1982).
Note:Make sure you keep the original remote control transmitter for use
in other vehicles as well as for future system programming.
Note:We recommend that upon the sale or lease termination of your
vehicle, you erase the programmed function buttons for security reasons.
SeeErasing the function button codeslater in this section.
Note:You can program a maximum of three devices. To change or
replace any of the three devices after it has been initially programmed,
you must first erase the current settings. SeeErasing the function
button codeslater in this section.
The universal garage door opener
replaces the common hand-held
garage door opener with a
three-button transmitter that is
integrated into the driver’s sun visor.
The system includes two primary features, a garage door opener and a
platform for remote activation of devices with the home. As well as being
programmed for garage doors, the system transmitter can be
programmed to operate entry gate operators, security systems, entry
door locks, and home or office lighting.
Additional system information can be found on-line at www.homelink.com
or by calling the toll-free help line on 1-800-355-3515.
Programming
Note:Put a new battery in the hand-held transmitter. This will ensure
quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal.
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1. Switch the ignition on.
2. Hold the garage door hand-held
transmitter 1–3 in. (2–8 cm) away
from the button you want to program.
Note:During programming, the
hand-held transmitter may stop
transmitting. If this occurs press and
hold the function button while you
press and release the hand-held transmitter every two seconds. The
indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly once the radio frequency
signal is accepted.
3. Press and hold both buttons until the indicator light changes from
flashing slowly to rapidly, then release.
4. Press and hold the function button you programmed for 5 seconds,
then release. You may need to do this twice to activate the door. If your
garage door does not operate, observe the indicator light.
If the indicator light stays on, programming is complete. Press and
release the programmed button to activate the door.
If the indicator light flashes rapidly for two seconds than turns to a
constant light, follow the steps below.
Note:You may need a ladder to
reach the unit and you may need to
remove the cover or lamp lens.
1. Press the learn button on the
garage door opener motor.
Note:You will have 30 seconds to
complete the next step.
2. Return to your car.
3. Press and hold the function
button for 2 seconds, then release.
Repeat this step. Depending on the
brand of garage door opener you
may do repeat this sequence a third
time.
To program additional buttons repeat steps one through four.
For questions or comments, please contact HomeLinkat
www.homelink.com or 1-800-355-3515.
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Erasing the Function Button Codes
Note:You can not erase individual
buttons.
1. Press and hold the outer two
function buttons simultaneously for
approximately 20 seconds until the
indicator lights above the buttons
flash rapidly.
2. When the indicator lights flash,
release the buttons. The codes for
all buttons are erased.
Reprogramming a single button
To program a device to a previously trained button, follow these steps:
1. Press and hold the desired button.Do NOTrelease the button.
2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without
releasing the button, follow Step 1 in theProgrammingsection.
For questions or comments, contact HomeLinkat www.homelink.com or
1-800-355-3515.
Programming HomeLinkto a Genie Intellicode2 garage door
opener
Note:The Genie Intellicode 2transmitter must already be programmed
to operate with the garage door opener.
Programing the transmitters
To program HomeLinkto the transmitter you must first put the
transmitter into programming mode. To do this
A. Red LED
B. Green LED
1. Press and hold one of the buttons on the transmitter for 10 seconds.
The LED light will change from green to green and red.
BA
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2. Press the same button twice to confirm the change to Programming
mode. If done properly the LED light will appear red.
3. Hold the transmitter within 1–3 inches (2–8 cm) of the HomeLink
button.
4. Press and hold the both the programmed Genie button and the
HomeLinkbutton you want to program. The HomeLinkLED will flash
rapidly when the programming is successful.
Note:the Genie transmitter will transmit for up to 30 seconds. If
HomeLinkdoes not program within 30 seconds the Genie transmitter
will need to be pressed again. If the Genie transmitter LED displays
green and red, release the button until the LED turns off before pressing
the button again.
Once HomeLinkhas been programmed successfully, the Genie
transmitter must be changed out of program mode. To do this:
1. Press and hold the previously programmed Genie button for
10 seconds. The LED will change from red to red and green.
2. Press the same button twice to confirm the change. If done correctly
the LED will turn green.
Programming HomeLinkto the Genie Intellicodegarage door
opener motor
Note:You may need a ladder to access the garage door opener motor.
To program HomeLinkto the
garage door opener motor.
1. Press and hold the PROGRAM
button on the Garage door opener
motor until both blue LED’s turn on.
2. Release the PROGRAM button.
Only the smaller round LED should
be on.
3. Press and release the program
button. The larger purple LED will
flash
Note:The next two steps must be completed in 30 seconds.
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4. Press and release the Genie Intellicode2 transmitter’s previously
programmed button. Both LED’s on the garage door opener motor unit
should now flash purple.
5. Press and hold the previously programmed HomeLinkbutton for two
seconds. Repeat this step up to three times until the garage door moves.
At this point programming is complete.
Clearing a HomeLinkdevice
To erase programming from the three HomeLinkbuttons press and hold
the two outer HomeLinkbuttons until the indicator light begins to flash.
The led will begin flashing in 10 to 20 seconds, at which time both
buttons should be released. Programming has now been erased, and the
led should blink slowly to indicate the device is in train mode when any
of the three HomeLink buttons are pressed.
FCC and RSS-210 Industry Canada Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of
Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Changes or modifications to your device not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance can void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
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Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............ 186
Gauges ............................... 102–103
odometer ................................. 112
trip odometer .......................... 112
H
Hazard flashers ......................... 258
HD Radio™ ............................... 451
Headlamps
aiming ...................................... 302
bulb specifications .................. 308
flash to pass .............................. 89
high beam ........................... 89, 91
replacing bulbs ....................... 304
Head restraints ......................... 155
Heated steering wheel .............. 501
Heating .............. 142, 144, 146, 148
Help ............................................ 500
Homelink wireless control
system ........................................ 168
Home screen ............................. 437
Hood .......................................... 281
How to use voice commands ... 443
I
Ignition ............................... 177, 354
Illuminated visor mirror ..... 99–100
Information displays ................. 109
Infotainment display ................. 441
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................ 191
Instrument panel
cleaning ................................... 313cluster ...................................... 103
Intelligent Access Key ................ 56
J
Jack ............................................ 339
positioning ............................... 339
storage ..................................... 339
Joining two calls
(multiparty/conference call) .... 398
Jump-starting your vehicle ...... 259
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ..................................... 71
keypad ....................................... 74
locking and unlocking doors .... 75
programming entry code ......... 74
Keys ....................................... 56, 77
positions of the ignition ......... 177
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................ 308
headlamps, flash to pass .......... 89
interior lamps ........................... 94
replacing bulbs ....................... 304
LATCH anchors ........................... 28
Lights, warning and indicator .. 103
Listening to music .................... 449
Loading pictures ....................... 492
Load limits ................................. 240
Locks
autolock ..................................... 71
childproof .................................. 32
doors .......................................... 69
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