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Steering Wheel 65
Adjusting the steering wheel..............................65
Wipers and Washers 68
Windshield wipers.....................................68
Windshield washers....................................69
Lighting 70
Headlamps...........................................70
Front fog lamps.......................................71
Directionindicators ....................................72
Interior lamps........................................73
Windows and Mirrors 74
Power windows.......................................74
Exteriormirrors.......................................75
Interiormirrors .......................................76
Sunvisors ...........................................77
Instrument Cluster 78
Gauges.............................................78
Warning lamps and indicators.............................79
Audible warnings and indicators...........................84
Information Displays 85
Trip computer........................................85
Audio System 86
AM/FMstereo ........................................88
AM/FM/CD with SYNC..................................89
Auxiliary input jack....................................91
USB port............................................93
Climate Control 94
Manual heating and air conditioning........................94
Rear window defroster..................................98
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GAUGES
Cluster shown in standard measure – metric clusters similar.
A. Tachometer
B. Engine coolant temperature gauge
C. Fuel gauge
D. Speedometer
E. Information display. SeeInformation displaysfor more information.
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Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
Shows the temperature of the engine coolant. At normal operating
temperature, the needle will remain in the center section. If the needle
enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the engine, switch
the ignition off and determine the cause once the engine has cooled down.
Note:Do not restart the engine until the cause of overheating has been
resolved.
WARNING:Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the
engine is running or hot.
Fuel Gauge
Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the
ignition is on). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in
motion or on a grade. The fuel icon and arrow indicates which side of
the vehicle the fuel filler door is located.
Information Display
Odometer
Located in the bottom of the information display Registers the
accumulated distance your vehicle has travelled.
Trip Computer
SeeTrip ComputerinInformation Displays.
WARNING LAMPS AND INDICATORS
The following warning lamps and indicators will alert you to a vehicle
condition that may become serious. Some lamps will illuminate when you
start your vehicle to make sure they work. If any lamps remain on after
starting your vehicle, refer to the respective system warning lamp for
further information.
Note:Some warning indicators appear in the information display and
function the same as a warning lamp but do not display when you start
your vehicle.
Airbag – Front
If it fails to illuminate on startup, continues to flash or remains
on, it indicates a malfunction. Have the system checked by your
authorized dealer. A chime will sound when there is a malfunction
in the indicator light.
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Direction Indicator
Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard
warning flasher is turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash
faster, check for a burned out bulb.
Door Ajar
Displays when the ignition is on and any door is not completely
closed.
Engine Oil
If it illuminates with the engine running or when you are
driving, this indicates a malfunction. Stop your vehicle as soon
as it is safe to do so and switch the engine off. Check the
engine oil level.
Note:Do not resume your journey if it illuminates despite the level
being correct. Have the system checked by your authorized dealer.
Fasten Safety Belt
It will illuminate and a chime will sound to remind you to fasten
your safety belt.
Fog Lamps – Front (if equipped)
It will illuminate when you switch the front fog lamps on.
Fog Lamps – Rear
It will illuminate when you switch the rear fog lamps on.
High Beam
It will illuminate when the headlamp high beam is switched on.
It will flash when you use the headlamp flasher.
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TRIP COMPUTER
Note:The information display will remain on for several minutes after
you switch off the ignition.
A. Distance to empty
B. Trip odometer
C. Odometer
D. Reset button
If SHON or SHIP ON is displayed, the vehicle shipping mode is switched
on. Have your dealer switch off the vehicle shipping mode.
Distance to E
Indicates the approximate distance the vehicle will travel on the fuel
remaining in the tank. Changes in driving pattern may cause the value to
vary.
Trip Odometer
Registers the distance of individual journeys.
Odometer
Registers the total accumulated distance for the lifetime of the vehicle.
This value cannot be reset.
Resetting the Trip Computer
Press and hold button (4) until the trip odometer resets.
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MP3 Track and Folder Structure
Audio systems capable of recognizing and playing MP3 individual tracks
and folder structures work as follows:
•There are two different modes for MP3 disc playback: MP3 track
mode (system default) and MP3 folder mode.
•MP3 track mode ignores any folder structure on the MP3 disc. The
player numbers each MP3 track on the disc (noted by the .mp3 file
extension) from T001 to a maximum of T255.Note:The maximum
number of playable MP3 files may be less depending on the structure
of the CD and exact model of radio present.
•MP3 folder mode represents a folder structure consisting of one level
of folders. The CD player numbers all MP3 tracks on the disc (noted
by the .mp3 file extension) and all folders containing MP3 files, from
F001 (folder) T001 (track) to F253 T255.
•Creating discs with only one level of folders helps with navigation
through the disc files.
If you are burning your own MP3 discs, it is important to understand how
the system reads the structures you create. While various files may be
present, (files with extensions other than mp3), only files with the .mp3
extension are played; other files are ignored by the system. This enables
you to use the same MP3 disc for a variety of tasks on your work
computer, home computer and your in-vehicle system.
In track mode, the system displays and plays the structure as if it were
only one level deep (all .mp3 files play, regardless of being in a specific
folder). In folder mode, the system only plays the .mp3 files in the
current folder.
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AM/FM
WARNING:Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, crash and injury. We strongly recommend that you use
extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off
the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your
vehicle. We recommend against the use of any hand-held device while
driving and encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the
use of electronic devices while driving.
A.CLK:Press this button to switch the display between the clock and
radio frequency. To set the time:
1. Press and holdCLKuntil the hours start to flash.
2. Press the arrow buttons to adjust the hours. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 to
set the minutes.
3. PressCLKagain to exit clock mode.
B.Tune:Press these arrow buttons to manually search through the radio
frequency band. Press and hold for a fast search. In AUDIO mode, press
the buttons to adjust different sound settings.
C.AUDIO:Press this button to access settings for Treble, Middle, Bass,
Fade and Balance.
D.SEEK:Press this button to go to the previous or next strong station
on the frequency band.
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L.FF:Press this button to manually fast forward in a CD track or MP3 file.
M.REW:Press this button to manually rewind in a CD track or MP3 file.
N.Memory presets:Store your favorite radio stations. To store a radio
station, tune to the station, then press and hold a preset button until
sound returns.
O.TEXT/SCAN:
•In radio, CD and MP3 modes, press and hold to hear a brief sampling
of radio stations, CD tracks or MP3 files.
•In CD and MP3 modes, press and release to display track title, artist
name and disc title.
Note:In text mode, sometimes the display requires additional text to
show. When the>indicatorison,pressTEXT and then use the
SEEK buttons to view the additional display text.
P.AM/FM:Press this button to select a frequency band.
Q.VOL-PUSH:
•Press this button to switch the system off and on.
•Turn it to adjust the volume.
R.CD:Press this button to enter CD or MP3 mode.
AUXILIARY INPUT JACK
WARNING:Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, crash and injury. We strongly recommend that you use
extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off
the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your
vehicle. We recommend against the use of any hand-held device while
driving and encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the
use of electronic devices while driving.
WARNING:For safety reasons, do not connect or adjust the
settings on your portable music player while your vehicle is
moving.
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