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4. Remove the previously programmed coded key from the ignition.
5. After three seconds but within 10 seconds of removing the previously
programmed coded key, insert the other previously programmed coded
key into the ignition.
6. Turn the ignition from off on. Keep the ignition on for at least
one second but not more than 10 seconds.
7. Turn the ignition off.
8. Remove the previously programmed coded key from the ignition.
9. After three seconds but within 20 seconds of removing the previously
programmed coded key, insert the unprogrammed key into the ignition.
10. Turn the ignition from off to on. Keep the ignition on for at least one
second, but no more than 10 seconds.
11. Your new, unprogrammed key is now programmed.
If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle’s
engine and the theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds and
then go out.
If the key was not successfully programmed, it will not start your
vehicle’s engine and the theft indicator light will flash on and off, or stay
on for more than three seconds. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to
your authorized dealer to have the new key programmed.
To program an additional new unprogrammed key, repeat this procedure
from Step 1 for each additional key.
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ADJUSTING THE STEERING WHEEL
WARNING:Do not adjust the steering wheel when your vehicle
is moving.
Note:Make sure that you are sitting in the correct position. SeeSitting
in the Correct Positionin theSeatschapter.
1. Unlock the steering column.
2. Adjust the steering wheel to the
desired position.
3. Lock the steering column.
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AUDIO CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
Volume
Press to increase or decrease the
volume.
Seek, Next or Previous
Press the seek button to:
•tune the radio to the next or
previous stored preset
•play the next or previous track.
Press and hold the seek button to:
•tune the radio to the next station
up or down the frequency band
•seek through a track.
V
OICEVOL
VOL
MODES
E
E
K
V
OICEVOL
VOL
MODES
E
E
K
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Mode
Press to select the audio source.
VOICE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
A. Voice recognition
B. Receive a call
C. End a call
See theSYNCchapter.
CRUISE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
See theCruise Controlchapter.
VOICE
SEEK
VO L
VO L
MODE
VOICE
SEEK
VO L
VO L
MODE
AB
C
OFF ON
SETRES
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WINDSHIELD WIPERS
Note:Fully defrost the windshield before switching on the windshield
wipers.
Note:Make sure the windshield wipers are switched off before entering
car wash.
Note:Clean the windshield and wiper blades if they begin to leave
streaks or smears. If that does not resolve the issue, install new wiper
blades.
Note:Do not operate the wipers on a dry windshield. This may scratch
the glass, damage the wiper blades or cause the wiper motor to burn out.
Always use the windshield washer before wiping a dry windshield.
A. Single wipe
B. Intermittent wipe
C. Normal wipe
D. High-speed wipe
Intermittent Wipe
A. Shortest wipe interval
B. Intermittent wipe
C. Longest wipe interval
Use the rotary control to adjust the
intermittent wipe interval.
D
C
B
A
C
A
B
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WINDSHIELD WASHERS
Note:Do not operate the washers when the washer reservoir is empty.
This may cause the washer pump to overheat.
The washer will spray for as long as
the lever is pressed in. After you
release the lever, the wipers will
operate for a short time.
REAR WINDOW WIPER AND WASHER (IF EQUIPPED)
Pull the lever toward you for
intermittent wiping.
Pull the lever past the intermittent
position to operate the washer. The
wiper will operate for a short time
and will activate once more after
pausing to clear the windshield.
When you select reverse gear, the rear wiper will switch on to
intermittent if the front wipers are activated.
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LIGHTING CONTROL
A. Off
B. Parking lamps, instrument panel
lamps, license plate lamps and tail
lamps
C. Headlamps
D. Refer toFront Fog Lampsif
equipped.
E. Refer toRear Fog Lampif
equipped.
High Beams
With the head lamps turn on:
•
Pull the lever fully past the detent
to switch the high beams on.
•Pull the lever fully again to
switch the high beams off.
Headlamp Flasher
•Pull toward you slightly to activate
and release to deactivate.
BA
D
C
E
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INSTRUMENT LIGHTING DIMMER
Use to adjust the brightness of the
instrument panel and all applicable
switches in the vehicle during
headlamp and parking lamp
operation.
Move the control from left to right
to increase the brightness. Move the
control from right to left to reduce
the brightness.
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Always remember to turn on your headlamps at
dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp
(DRL) system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not
provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate
your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.
The system switches the headlamps on with a reduced output.
To switch the system on:
1. Switch the ignition on.
2. Switch the lighting control to the off position.
FRONT FOG LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED)
The headlamp control operates the
front fog lamps. You can switch the
front fog lamps on when the lighting
control is in any position except off.
Pull the headlamp control towards
you until you feel the first detent to
turn the front fog lamps on. The
front fog lamp indicator light will
illuminate.
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