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diagnostics also record the nature of the malfunction.
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 turned 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. In this condition
the air bags may not be ready to inflate for your protec-
tion. Have an authorized dealer service the air bag
system immediately.
WARNING!
Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru-
ment panel could mean you won’t have the air bags
to protect you in a collision. If the light does not come
on as a bulb check when the ignition is first placed in
the on position, and stays on after you start the
vehicle, or if it comes on as you drive, have an
authorized dealer service the air bag system immedi-
ately.
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Redundant Air Bag Warning Light
If a fault with the Air Bag Warning Light is
detected, which could affect the Supplemental
Restraint System (“SRS”), the Redundant Air
Bag Warning Light will illuminate on the in-
strument panel. The Redundant Air Bag Warning Light
will stay on until the fault is cleared. In addition, a single
chime will sound to alert you that the Redundant Air Bag
Warning Light has come on and a fault has been detected.
If the Redundant Air Bag Warning Light comes on
intermittently or remains on while driving have an
authorized dealer service the vehicle immediately. For
additional information regarding the Redundant Air Bag
Warning Light refer to the “Instrument Panel” section of
this manual.
Maintaining Your Air Bag System
WARNING!
•Modifications to any part of the air bag system
could cause it to fail when you need it. You could
be injured if the air bag system is not there to
protect you. Do not modify the components or
wiring, including adding any kind of badges or
stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the
upper right side of the instrument panel. Do not
modify the front bumper, vehicle body structure, or
add aftermarket side steps or running boards.
•It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the air
bag system yourself. Be sure to tell anyone who
works on your vehicle that it has an air bag system.
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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.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
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WARNING!(Continued)
•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.
Door Latches
Check for proper 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 (if
equipped), or brake fluid leaks are suspected, the cause
should be located and corrected immediately.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
!MIRRORS............................106
▫Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . . .106
▫Outside Mirrors......................112
▫Outside Mirrors Folding Feature — If
Equipped...........................112
▫Driver’s Automatic Dimming Mirror — If
Equipped...........................113
▫Outside Mirrors With Turn Signal And Approach
Lighting — If Equipped.................113
▫Tilt Mirrors In Reverse — If Equipped.......113
▫Power Mirrors.......................114
▫Power Folding Outside Mirrors — If Equipped . .115
▫Heated Mirrors — If Equipped............115
▫Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped . . .115
▫“Slide-On-Rod” And Extender Features Of Sun
Visor..............................116
!BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) — IF
EQUIPPED............................117
▫Rear Cross Path.......................123
▫Modes Of Operation...................125
▫General Information....................126
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!SEATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..127
▫Power Seats.........................127
▫Power Lumbar — If Equipped............130
▫Heated Seats — If Equipped.............131
▫Front Ventilated Seats — If Equipped.......134
▫Head Restraints......................134
▫Folding Rear Seat.....................138
!DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED . . . .140
▫Programming The Memory Feature.........141
▫Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry
Transmitter To Memory.................141
▫Memory Position Recall.................142
▫Easy Entry/Exit Seat...................143
!TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD.........144
!LIGHTS.............................145
▫Headlight Switch.....................145
▫Automatic Headlights — If Equipped.......146
▫Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only).............146
▫Headlight Time Delay..................147
▫Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control — If
Equipped...........................148
▫Adaptive Bi-Xenon High Intensity Discharge
Headlights — If Equipped...............149
▫Daytime Running Lights (DRL)............149
▫Lights-On Reminder...................150
▫Fog Lights — If Equipped...............150
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▫Multifunction Lever...................151
▫Turn Signals.........................151
▫Lane Change Assist...................152
▫High/Low Beam Switch................152
▫Flash-To-Pass........................152
▫Front Map/Reading Lights — If Equipped . . .153
▫Courtesy Lights.......................154
▫Ambient Light — If Equipped............154
▫Interior Lights.......................155
!WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS......157
▫Intermittent Wiper System...............158
▫Wiper Operation......................158
▫Mist Feature.........................159
▫Windshield Washers...................159
▫Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only).............160
▫Rain Sensing Wipers...................160
!TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN . . .162
!POWER TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING
COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED...............163
!HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF EQUIPPED . .164
!ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED......166
!ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF
EQUIPPED...........................168
▫To Activate..........................169
▫To Set A Desired Speed.................169
▫To Deactivate........................170
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▫Changing FCW And Active Braking Status. . . .202
▫FCW Limited Warning..................203
▫Service FCW Warning..................203
!LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED.............203
▫LaneSense Operation...................203
▫Turning LaneSense ON Or OFF............204
▫LaneSense Warning Message..............205
▫Changing LaneSense Status..............209
!PARKSENSE® FRONT AND REAR PARK ASSIST
— IF EQUIPPED.......................209
▫ParkSense® Sensors....................210
▫ParkSense® Warning Display.............210
▫ParkSense® Display....................211
▫Enabling And Disabling ParkSense®........219
▫Service The ParkSense® Park Assist System . . .220
▫Cleaning The ParkSense® System..........221
▫ParkSense® System Usage Precautions.......221
!PARKVIEW® REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF
EQUIPPED...........................223
!OVERHEAD CONSOLE..................226
▫Front Map/Reading Lights — If Equipped . . .226
▫Courtesy Lights.......................227
▫Sunglasses Bin Door...................228
!GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED . . .228
▫Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® . .229
▫Programming A Rolling Code.............230
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