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Settings
Reduced guard
Alarm system
Ask on exit
Hold OK to Reset System to Factory Default
System reset
System Check
Active warnings will display first. The
system check menu may appear different
based upon equipment options and current
vehicle status. Press the up or down arrow
buttons to scroll through the list. Menu Structure - Information and
Entertainment Display
SYNC-Media allows you to access the
SYNC features.
Note:
Some options may appear slightly
different or not at all if the items are
optional. SYNC-Phone
Dial a number
Redial
Phonebook Incoming calls
Call history
Outgoing calls
Missed calls
Speed Dial
Text messaging
BT Devices Set as master
Phone settings
Phonebook pref.
Set ringtone
Phone status
Text msg notify
Emerg. Assist.
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Menu
Set date
Set time zone
Summer time
24-hour mode
CLOCK
Type 1
To adjust the clock, switch the ignition on
and press buttons H or M on the
information and entertainment display as
necessary.
Type 2
Note: Use the information display to adjust
the clock. See (page 84).
TRIP COMPUTER
Resetting the Trip Computer
Press and hold
OK on the current screen
to reset the respective trip, distance, time
and average fuel information.
Trip Odometer
Registers the distance traveled of
individual journeys.
Distance to Empty
Indicates the approximate distance your
vehicle will travel on the fuel remaining in
the tank. Changes in driving pattern may
cause the value to vary.
Average Fuel
Indicates the average fuel consumption
since the function was last reset. Digital Speedometer
The speed your vehicle is traveling at will
display as a digital number.
PERSONALIZED SETTINGS
Measure Units
To swap between imperial and metric
units, scroll to this display and press the
OK
button.
Swapping between imperial and metric
units will affect the following displays:
• Distance to empty.
• Average fuel consumption.
• Instantaneous fuel consumption.
• Average speed.
Switching Chimes Off
The following chimes can be switched off:
• Warning messages.
• Information messages.
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Parking Brake
Action
Message Indic-
ator
Message
Displays when the parking brake is set, theengine is running and your vehicle speed is
above 3 mph (5 km/h). If the warning stays
on after the parking brake is released, have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Red
Park brake applied
Starting System Action
Message Indic-
ator
Message
Displays when you start your vehicle as areminder to apply the brake.
-
Press brake to start
Displays when your vehicle fails to start.
-
Cranking time exceeded
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Action
Message Indic-
ator
Message
Displays when one or more tires on yourvehicle have low tire pressure. See Tire
Pressure Monitoring System (page 235).
-
LOW Tire Pressure
Displays when the tire pressure monitoringsystem is malfunctioning. If the warning
stays on or continues to come on, see an authorized dealer. See
Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (page 235).
-
Tire Pressure Monitor
Fault
Displays when a tire pressure sensor is
malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. Refer to the relevant chapter for informa- tion on how the system operates underthese conditions. See
Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (page 235). If the
warning stays on or continues to come on, see an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
-
Tire Pressure Sensor
Fault
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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
Outside Air
Keep the air intakes in front of the
windshield free from obstruction (such as
snow or leaves) to allow the climate
control system to function effectively.
Recirculated Air
WARNING
Prolonged use of recirculated air may
cause the windows to mist up. If the
windows mist up, follow the settings
for demisting the windshield. The air currently in the passenger
compartment recirculates. Outside air does
not enter your vehicle.
Heating
Heating performance depends on the
temperature of the engine coolant.
General Information on Controlling
the Interior Climate
Fully close all the windows.
Warming the Interior
Direct the air toward your feet. In cold or
humid weather conditions, direct some of
the air toward the windshield and the door
windows.
Cooling the Interior
Direct the air toward your face. Air Conditioning
The system directs air through the
evaporator for cooling. The evaporator
extracts humidity from the air to help keep
the windows free of mist. The system
directs the resulting condensation to the
outside of your vehicle, which may cause
a small pool to form under your vehicle.
This is normal.
Note:
The air conditioning operates only
when the temperature is above 39°F (4°C).
Note: When you use air conditioning, your
vehicle uses more fuel.
AIR VENTS
Center Air Vents To close the air vent, turn the thumbwheel
above the vent fully downward.
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SITTING IN THE CORRECT
POSITION
WARNINGS
Do not recline the seat backrest too
far as this can cause the occupant
to slide under the safety belt,
resulting in serious injury in the event of a
crash. Sitting improperly, out of position or
with the seat backrest reclined too
far, can result in serious injury or
death in the event of a crash. Always sit
upright against your seat backrest, with
your feet on the floor. Do not place objects higher than the
seat backrest to reduce the risk of
serious injury in the event of a crash
or during heavy braking. When you use them properly, the seat,
head restraint, safety belt and airbags will
provide optimum protection in the event
of a crash.
We recommend that you follow these
guidelines:
•
Sit in an upright position with the base
of your spine as far back as possible.
• Do not recline the seat backrest more
than 30 degrees. •
Adjust the head restraint so that the
top of it is level with the top of your
head and as far forward as possible.
Make sure that you remain
comfortable.
• Keep sufficient distance between
yourself and the steering wheel. We
recommend a minimum of 10 inches
(25 centimeters) between your
breastbone and the airbag cover.
• Hold the steering wheel with your arms
slightly bent.
• Bend your legs slightly so that you can
press the pedals fully.
• Position the shoulder strap of the
safety belt over the center of your
shoulder and position the lap strap
tightly across your hips.
Make sure that your driving position is
comfortable and that you can maintain full
control of your vehicle.
HEAD RESTRAINTS WARNINGS
Adjust the head restraints for all
passengers before you drive your
vehicle. This will help minimize the
risk of neck injury in the event of a crash.
Do not adjust the head restraints when
your vehicle is moving. The head restraint is a safety device.
Whenever possible it should be
installed and properly adjusted when
the seat is occupied. An improperly
adjusted head restraint may not
adequately protect an occupant during an
impact from the rear. Install the head restraint properly to
help minimize the risk of neck injury
in the event of a crash.
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Tilting Head Restraints (If Equipped)
The head restraints may have a tilting
feature for extra comfort. To tilt the head
restraint, do the following:
1. Adjust the seat backrest to an upright
driving or riding position.
2. Pivot the head restraint forward toward
your head to the desired position.
After the head restraint reaches the
forward-most tilt position, pivot it forward
again to release it to the rearward, un-tilted
position.
MANUAL SEATS WARNINGS
Do not adjust the driver seat or
seatback when your vehicle is
moving. Failure to follow this warning
could result in serious personal injury or
death. Do not place cargo or any objects
behind the seatback before returning
it to the original position. Pull on the
seatback to make sure that it has fully
latched after returning the seatback to its
original position. An unlatched seat may
become dangerous if you stop suddenly or
have a crash. Moving the Seat Backward and
Forward
WARNING
Rock the seat backward and forward
after releasing the lever to make sure
that it is fully engaged in its catch. An
unlatched seat can be dangerous in a crash
and could result in serious personal injury
or death. Adjusting the Lumbar Support (If
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Adjusting the Height of the Driver
Seat (If Equipped)
Recline Adjustment
(If Equipped)
Folding the Seatback
WARNINGS
When folding the seatback down,
take care not to get your fingers
caught between the seatback and
seat frame. Failure to follow this warning
could result in serious personal injury. WARNINGS
Do not sit behind a seat that you fold
forward. This can increase the risk of
serious personal injury in a crash.
1. Lift the lever.
2. Fold the seatback forward.
POWER SEATS
WARNINGS
Do not adjust the driver's seat or
seatback when your vehicle is
moving.
Do not place cargo or any objects
behind the seatback before returning
it to the original position.
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REAR SEATS
WARNINGS
Do not use the bench seats as a bed
when your vehicle is moving. Failure
to follow this warning could result in
serious personal injury or death. When folding or unfolding the seats
take care not to get your fingers
caught between the seatback and
seat frame. Failure to follow this warning
could result in serious personal injury. Do not place objects on a folded
seat. Hard objects may become
projectiles in a crash or sudden stop,
which may increase the risk of serious
personal injury. Note:
Fully lower the head restraint when
folding the seats. See Head Restraints
(page 103). Vehicles With Five Seats
Folding the Seat Forward
1. Pull the strap on the side of the
seatback.
2. Fold the seatback forward.
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