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the OFF position or in the ACC position, the air bag
system is not on and the air bags will not inflate.
The ORC contains a backup power supply system that
may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or
it becomes disconnected prior to deployment.
The ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning Light in the
instrument panel for approximately four to eight seconds
for a self-check when the ignition switch is first turned to
the ON/RUN position. After the self-check, the Air Bag
Warning Light will turn off. If the ORC detects a mal-
function in any part of the system, it turns on the Air Bag
Warning Light, either momentarily or continuously. A
single chime will sound to alert you if the light comes on
again after initial startup.
The ORC also includes diagnostics that will illuminate
the instrument panel Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunc-
tion is detected that could affect the air bag system. The
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.
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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 turned
on, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes
on as you drive, have an authorized dealer service the
air bag system immediately.
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 Warn-
ing Light will illuminate on the instrument
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 intermit-
tently or remains on while driving have an authorized
dealer service the vehicle immediately. For additional infor-
mation 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.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running, adjust your heating or cooling
controls to force outside air into the vehicle. Set the
blower at high speed.
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
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 Air Bag warning lightwill turn on for four to
eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch
is first turned to ON/RUN. If the light is either not on
during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving,
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soon as possible. This light will illuminate with a
single chime when a fault with the Air Bag Warning
Light has been detected, it will stay on until the fault
is cleared. If the light comes on intermittently or
remains on while driving, have an authorized dealer
service the vehicle immediately. Refer to “Occupant
Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your
Vehicle” for further information.
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 autho-
rized dealer for service if your defroster is inoperable.
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 theycannot slip out of position and interfere with the pedals
or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other ways.
WARNING!
Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of
vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per-
sonal injury.
•
Always make sure that floor mats are properly
attached to the floor mat fasteners.
•
Never place or install floor mats or other floor cover-
ings in the vehicle that cannot be properly secured to
prevent them from moving and interfering with the
pedals or the ability to control the vehicle.
• Never put floor mats or other floor coverings on top
of already installed floor mats. Additional floor
mats and other coverings will reduce the size of the
pedal area and interfere with the pedals.
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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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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
MIRRORS ............................112
▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped .....112
▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . . .113
▫ Outside Mirrors ......................119
▫ Outside Mirrors Folding Feature —
If Equipped ........................ .120
▫ Driver’s Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror —
If Equipped ......................... .120
▫ Outside Mirrors Approach Light —
If Equipped ......................... .120
▫ Tilt Mirrors In Reverse — If Equipped .......121▫
Power Mirrors ...................... .121
▫ Heated Mirrors — If Equipped ...........122
▫ Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped . . .122
▫ “Slide-On-Rod” And Extender Features Of
Sun Visor .......................... .123
 BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) —
IF EQUIPPED ......................... .124
▫ Rear Cross Path ...................... .130
▫ Modes Of Operation ...................131
▫ General Information ....................1333

SEATS ............................. .133
▫ Power Seats — If Equipped ..............134
▫ Power Lumbar — If Equipped ............136
▫ Heated Seats — If Equipped .............137
▫ Front Ventilated Seats — If Equipped .......140
▫ Manual Seats — If Equipped .............141
▫ Head Restraints ..................... .143
▫ Folding Rear Seat .....................146
 DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED . . . .148
▫ Programming The Memory Feature .........149
▫ Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless
Entry Transmitter To Memory .............149
▫ Memory Position Recall .................150 ▫
Easy Entry/Exit Seat ...................151
 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD .........152
 LIGHTS ............................ .154
▫ Headlight Switch .....................154
▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped .......155
▫ Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only) .............155
▫ Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control —
If Equipped ........................ .155
▫ Headlight Time Delay ..................157
▫ Daytime Running Lights (DRL) —
If Equipped ........................ .157
▫ Lights-On Reminder ...................158
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▫Fog Lights — If Equipped ...............158
▫ Multifunction Lever ...................159
▫ Turn Signals ........................ .160
▫ Lane Change Assist ...................160
▫ High/Low Beam Switch ................160
▫ Flash-To-Pass ....................... .160
▫ Front Map/Reading Lights — If Equipped . . .161
▫ Courtesy Lights ...................... .162
▫ Ambient Light — If Equipped ............162
▫ Interior Lights ...................... .163
 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ......165
▫ Intermittent Wiper System ...............165
▫ Wiper Operation ..................... .165▫
Windshield Washers ...................166
▫ Heated Windshield Washer Nozzles ........167
▫ Mist Feature ........................ .167
▫ Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only) .............168
▫ Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ........168
 MANUAL TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING
COLUMN ........................... .170
 POWER TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING
COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED ...............171

HEATED STEERING WHEEL —
IF EQUIPPED ........................ .172
ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED ......173
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