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Front And Side Impact Sensors
In front and side impacts, impact sensors can aid the ORC
in determining appropriate response to impact events.
Enhanced Accident Response System
In the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if
the communication network remains intact, and the
power remains intact, depending on the nature of the
event the ORC will determine whether to have the
Enhanced Accident Response System perform the follow-
ing functions:
•Cut off fuel to the engine.
• Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or
until the ignition key is turned off. •
Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as
the battery has power or until the ignition key is
removed.
• Unlock the doors automatically.
In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System
functions after an event, the ignition switch must be
changed from IGN ON to IGN OFF.
If A Deployment Occurs
The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to deflate
immediately after deployment.
NOTE: Front and/or side air bags will not deploy in all
collisions. This does not mean something is wrong with
the air bag system.
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Air Bag Warning Light
You will want to have the air bags ready to
inflate for your protection in a collision. The
Air Bag Warning Light monitors the internal
circuits and interconnecting wiring associated
with air bag system electrical components. While the air
bag system is designed to be maintenance free. If any of
the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service
the air bag system immediately.
• The Air Bag Warning Light does not come on during
the four to eight seconds when the ignition is first
cycled to the ON/RUN.
• The Air Bag Warning Light remains on after the four to
eight-second interval.
• The Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently or
remains on while driving. NOTE:
If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine
related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint
Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. The air bags may
not be ready to inflate for your protection. Promptly
check the fuse block for blown fuses. Refer to the label
located on the inside of the fuse block cover for the
proper air bag fuses. See your authorized dealer if the
fuse is good.
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder
(EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in
certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air
bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will
assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems per-
formed. The EDR is designed to record data related to
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Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor,
torn webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt
or retractor condition, replace the belt.
Air Bag Warning Light
The light should come on and remain on for
four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the
ignition switch is first turned ON. If the light is
not lit during starting, see your authorizeddealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes on while
driving, have the system checked by an authorized
dealer.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield. See your
authorized dealer for service if your defroster is inoper-
able.
Floor Mat Safety Information
Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your
vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area
unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they
cannot slip out of position and interfere with the pedals
or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other ways.
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Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts
and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges.
Check the wheel nuts for tightness. Check the tires
(including spare) for proper cold inflation pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and
exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn
signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument
panel.
Door Latches
Check for positive closing, latching, and locking.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid, or
brake fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be
located and corrected immediately.
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▫Easy Entry/Exit Seat ...................198
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD .........199
LIGHTS ............................ .201
▫ Headlight Switch .....................201
▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped .......202
▫ Headlights On Automatically With Wipers . . .202
▫ SmartBeam™ — If Equipped .............203
▫ Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped .....204
▫ Automatic Headlight Leveling — HID
Headlights Only ..................... .205
▫ Headlight Delay ..................... .205
▫ Parking Lights And Panel Lights ...........205
▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped ...............206 ▫
Interior Lights ....................... .206
▫ Lights-On Reminder ...................207
▫ Battery Saver ........................ .208
▫ Front Map/Reading Lights ..............208
▫ Courtesy Lights ...................... .268
▫ Ambient Light ....................... .210
▫ Multifunction Lever ....................210
▫ Turn Signals .........................211
▫ Lane Change Assist ....................211
▫ Flash-To-Pass ........................211
▫ High/Low Beam Switch .................211
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ......212
▫ Windshield Wiper Operation .............213
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▫Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu .......238
▫ Display Warnings And Maintenance ........240
▫ Precautions While Driving With ACC .......243
▫ General Information ...................247
▫ Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode . . .248
▫ Forward Collision Warning — If Equipped. . . .250
PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF
EQUIPPED .......................... .254
▫ ParkSense Sensors....................255
▫ ParkSense Warning Display .............256
▫ ParkSense Display....................257
▫ Enabling And Disabling ParkSense ........260
▫ Service The ParkSense Rear Park Assist
System ............................ .261▫
Cleaning The ParkSense System..........261
▫ ParkSense System Usage Precautions .......262
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF
EQUIPPED .......................... .264
▫ Turning ParkView On Or Off — With
Navigation/Multimedia Radio ............266
▫ Turning ParkView On Or Off — Without
Navigation/Multimedia Radio ............266
OVERHEAD CONSOLE ..................267
▫ Front Map/Reading Lights ..............267
▫ Courtesy Lights ...................... .268
▫ Sunglasses
Bin Door ...................269
GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED . . .269
▫ Before You Begin Programming HomeLink . . .271
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▫Closing Power Shade — Express ...........285
▫ Closing Power Shade — Manual Mode ......285
▫ Pinch Protect Feature ...................285
▫ Wind Buffeting ...................... .285
▫ Sunroof Maintenance ...................286
▫ Ignition OFF Operation .................286
▫ Sunroof Fully Closed ...................286
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS ...........286
POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED ........291
CUPHOLDERS ....................... .293
STORAGE ........................... .294
▫ Glove Compartment ...................294
▫ Door Storage ........................ .295▫
Center Console ...................... .295
CARGO AREA FEATURES ................297
▫ Rechargeable Flashlight .................297
▫ Cargo Storage Bins ....................298
▫ Retractable Cargo Area Cover —
If Equipped ........................ .300
▫ Rear Cargo Tie-Downs .................301
REAR WINDOW FEATURES ..............303
▫ Rear Window Wiper/Washer .............303
▫ Rear Window Defroster .................304
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED .....305
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MIRRORS
Inside Day/Night Mirror
A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is
a twist on mirror that has a fixed position at the wind-
shield. The mirror installs on the windshield button with
a counterclockwise rotation and requires no tools for
mounting. The mirror head can be adjusted up, down,
left, and right for various drivers. The mirror should be
adjusted to center on the view through the rear window.
Headlight glare from vehicles behind you can be reduced
by moving the small control under the mirror to the night
position (toward the rear of the vehicle). The mirror
should be adjusted while the small control under the
mirror is set in the day position (toward the windshield).
Adjusting Rearview Mirror
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