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Because air bag sensors estimate deceleration over time,
vehicle speed and damage are not good indicators of
whether or not an air bag should have deployed.
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, until the ignition key is re-
moved.
• 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 switch is
first cycled to the ON/RUN position.
• 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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Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust
system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the
vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is
damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-
plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken,
damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open
seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes
to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition,
inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required.
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the seat 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 seat
belt or retractor condition, replace the seat 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 authorized
dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes on while
driving, have the system checked by an authorized
dealer.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Always
properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have
been removed for cleaning.
• Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the
driver footwell while the vehicle is moving. Ob-
jects can become trapped under the brake pedal
and accelerator pedal causing a loss of vehicle
control.
• If required, mounting posts must be properly in-
stalled, if not equipped from the factory.
Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or
mounting can cause interference with the brake
pedal and accelerator pedal operation causing loss of
control of the vehicle.
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.
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CONTENTS
MIRRORS ............................119
▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped .....119
▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . . .119
▫ Outside Mirrors ..................... .120
▫ Outside Mirrors Folding Feature —
If Equipped ........................ .121
▫ Outside Mirrors With Turn Signal And
Approach Lighting — If Equipped .........121
▫ Power Mirrors .......................122
▫ Heated Mirrors — If Equipped ...........122▫
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped . . .123
 BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) — IF
EQUIPPED .......................... .123
▫ Rear Cross Path .......................129
▫ Modes Of Operation ...................131
▫ General Information ....................132
 Uconnect® Phone (Uconnect® 200) ..........133
▫ Operation .......................... .135
▫ Phone Call Features ....................142
▫ Uconnect® Phone Features ..............1453

▫Head Restraints ..................... .228
▫ Folding Rear Seat .....................231
 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD .........232
 LIGHTS ............................ .235
▫ Headlight Switch .....................235
▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped .......236
▫ Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only) .............236
▫ Headlight Time Delay ..................237
▫ Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control — If
Equipped .......................... .237
▫ Daytime Running Lights (DRL) ...........239
▫ Lights-On Reminder ...................239
▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped ...............239 ▫
Multifunction Lever ...................240
▫ Turn Signals ........................ .241
▫ Lane Change Assist ...................241
▫ High/Low Beam Switch ................241
▫ Flash-To-Pass ........................241
▫ Front Map/Reading Lights ..............242
▫ Interior Lights .......................242
 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ......245
▫ Intermittent Wiper System ...............245
▫ Wiper Operation ..................... .245
▫ Mist Feature ........................ .246
▫ Windshield Washers ...................246
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▫Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only) .............247
▫ Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ........247
 TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN . . .249

HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF EQUIPPED . .250
 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL —
IF EQUIPPED ........................ .252
▫ To Activate ..........................253
▫ To Set A Desired Speed .................254
▫ To Deactivate ........................254
▫ To Resume Speed .....................255
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ...............255
▫ To Accelerate For Passing ................256 
PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ASSIST — IF
EQUIPPED .......................... .257
▫ ParkSense® Sensors ....................258
▫ ParkSense® Warning Display .............258
▫ ParkSense® Display ....................258
▫ Enabling And Disabling ParkSense® ........265
▫ Service The ParkSense® Rear Park Assist
System ............................ .265
▫ Cleaning The ParkSense® System ..........268
▫ ParkSense® System Usage Precautions .......268
 PARKVIEW® REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF
EQUIPPED .......................... .270
▫ Turning ParkView® On Or Off — With
Touchscreen Radio .....................272
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OVERHEAD CONSOLE ..................272
▫ Front Map/Reading Lights ..............272
▫ Sunglass Bin Door ....................273
 GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED . . .274
▫ Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® . .275
▫ Programming A Rolling Code .............276
▫ Programming A Non-Rolling Code .........278
▫ Canadian/Gate Operator Programming ......279
▫ Using HomeLink® ....................281
▫ Security ............................281
▫ Troubleshooting Tips ...................281
▫ General Information ....................282
 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ........283▫
Opening Sunroof — Express ..............284
▫ Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode .........285
▫ Closing Sunroof — Express ...............285
▫ Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode ..........285
▫ Pinch Protect Feature ...................285
▫ Pinch Protect Override ..................286
▫ Venting Sunroof — Express ..............286
▫ Sunshade Operation ....................286
▫ Wind Buffeting .......................286
▫ Sunroof Maintenance ...................287
 ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS —
IF EQUIPPED ........................ .287
 CUPHOLDERS ........................290
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