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MyKey 64
Settings, MyKey.......................................64
Creating.............................................65
Clearing.............................................66
System status.........................................66
Remote start, MyKey...................................67
Troubleshooting, MyKey.................................67
Locks 68
Locking and unlocking..................................68
SecuriCode™ keyless entry keypad.........................72
Trunk release.........................................75
Interior luggage compartment release.......................76
Security 77
SecuriLock® passive anti-theft system.......................77
Anti-theft alarm.......................................80
Steering Wheel 81
Adjusting the steering wheel..............................81
Steering wheel controls.................................83
Pedals 86
Adjustable pedals......................................86
Wipers and Washers 87
Windshield wipers.....................................87
Rain-sensing wipers....................................87
Windshield washers....................................88
Lighting 89
Lighting control.......................................89
Autolamps...........................................90
Instrument lighting dimmer...............................90
Headlamp exit delay....................................91
Daytime running lamps..................................91
Automatic high beam control.............................92
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Customer Assistance 259
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only).......................266
Reporting safety defects (Canada only).....................266
Fuses 267
Changing a fuse......................................267
Fuse specification chart................................268
Maintenance 276
General information...................................276
Opening and closing the hood............................277
Under hood overview..................................278
Engine oil dipstick....................................282
Engine oil check......................................282
Engine coolant check..................................283
Automatic transmission fluid check........................288
Brake fluid check.....................................293
Fuel filter...........................................293
Washer fluid check....................................294
Battery ............................................294
Checking the wiper blades..............................296
Air filter(s).........................................296
Adjusting the headlamps................................298
Changing a bulb......................................300
Bulb specification chart.................................304
Vehicle Care 305
Cleaning products.....................................305
Cleaning the exterior..................................305
Waxing.............................................307
Repairing minor paint damage............................307
Cleaning the engine...................................307
Cleaning the windows and wiper blades.....................308
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Battery Saver
If you leave the courtesy lamps, dome lamps or headlamps on, the
battery saver shuts them off 10 minutes after you switch the ignition off.
Accessory Mode Battery Saver for Intelligent Access Keys
(If Equipped)
If you leave your vehicle in the run ignition state, it will shut off once it
detects a certain amount of battery drain or after 45 minutes.
SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY KEYPAD (IF EQUIPPED)
The keypad, located near the driver window, is invisible until you touch
it. It then lights up so you can see and touch the appropriate buttons.
Note:If you enter your entry code too fast on the keypad, the unlock
function may not work. Enter your entry code again more slowly.
You can use the keypad to:
•lock or unlock the doors
•open the trunk
•recall memory features
•enable or disable the autolock
and autounlock
•arm and disarm the anti-theft
alarm (if equipped)
You can operate the keypad with the factory-set 5-digit entry code.
The code is located on the owner’s wallet card in the glove box and is
available from an authorized dealer. You can also create up to three of
your own 5-digit personal entry codes.
Programming a Personal Entry Code
To create your own personal entry code:
1. Enter the factory-set code.
2. Press the1•2on the keypad within five seconds.
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LIGHTING CONTROL
A. Off
B. Parking lamps, instrument panel
lamps, license plate lamps and tail
lamps
C. Headlamps
High Beams
•Push the lever toward the
instrument panel to activate.
•Push the lever toward the
instrument panel again or pull
the lever towards you to
deactivate.
Headlamp Flasher
•Pull toward you slightly to activate
and release to deactivate.
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AUTOLAMPS
WARNING:In severe weather conditions, it may be necessary to
switch your headlamps on manually.
Note:If the vehicle is equipped with autolamps, it will have the
windshield wiper rainlamp feature.When the windshield wipers are
turned to low- or high-speed wiping during daylight, and the headlamp
control is in the autolamp position, the exterior lamps will turn on after a
brief delay and will remain on until the wipers are turned off.
The autolamp system provides light
sensitive automatic on-off control
of the exterior lights normally
controlled by the headlamp control.
The headlamps will remain on for a
period of time after you switch the
ignition off. You can adjust the time
delay using the message center
in the instrument cluster. See
Information displays.
INSTRUMENT LIGHTING DIMMER
•Press repeatedly or press and
hold at the first position until the
desired level is reached.
•Fully press and hold the top of
the control to activate the “dome
on” feature. This will turn on the
interior courtesy lights. Fully
press and hold the bottom of the
control to turn off the interior
courtesy lights.
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HEADLAMP EXIT DELAY
You can set the delay time to keep the headlamps on for up to three
minutes after the ignition is turned off.
Follow the steps below to change the delay time (Steps 1 through 6
must be done within 10 seconds):
1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Turn the lighting control to the autolamp position.
3. Turn the lighting control to the off position.
4. Turn the ignition on.
5. Turn the ignition off.
6. Turn the lighting control to the autolamp position. The headlamps and
parking lamps will turn on.
7. Turn the lighting control to the off position when the desired delay
time has been reached. The headlamps and parking lamps will turn off.
You can set the headlamp exit delay to one of the following settings:
•Off
•10 seconds
•20 seconds
•120 seconds
Note:You can also adjust the time delay using the display controls in
the instrument cluster. See theInformation Displayschapter.
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 turns the headlamps on with a reduced output.
To activate:
•the ignition must be in the on position and
•the lighting control is in the off, autolamp, or parking lamp position
and
•the transmission is not in PARK.
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The high beams will switch off if:
•An approaching vehicle’s headlights or a preceding vehicle’s tail lamps
are detected.
•The vehicle speed falls below 19 mph (30 km/h).
•The ambient light level is high enough that high beams are not
needed.
•Severe rain, snow or fog is detected.
•The camera is blocked.
Activating the system
Switch the system on within the information display. SeeInformation
displays.
Turn the lighting control to the
autolamps position.
Manually overriding the system
When the automatic control has
activated high beams, pushing or
pulling the stalk will provide a
temporary override to low beam.
To permanently deactivate the system use the information display menu
or turn the lighting control switch from autolamps to headlamps.
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High beams
Illuminates when the high-beam headlamps are on.
Low fuel (RTT)
Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near
empty.
Low tire pressure warning
Illuminates when your tire pressure is low. If the light remains
on at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be
checked. When the ignition is first turned to on, the light will
illuminate for 3 seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does
not turn on or begins to flash, contact your authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Low washer fluid (RTT)
Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low.
Park lamps
Illuminates when the park lamps are on.
Powertrain malfunction/reduced power (RTT)
Illuminates when a powertrain or an AWD fault has been
detected. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Safety belt
Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A Belt-Minder® chime
will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt.
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