WARNING!(Continued)
•Never place anything on or near the vehicle’s operable
1X (voice/data) or 3G(data) network and GPS anten-
nas. You could prevent operable 1X (voice/data) or
3G(data) network and GPS signal reception, which
can prevent your vehicle from placing an emergency
call. An operable 1X (voice/data) or 3G(data) network
and GPS signal reception is required for the 9-1-1 Call
system to function properly.
• The 9-1-1 Call system is embedded into the vehi-
cle’s electrical system. Do not add aftermarket
electrical equipment to the vehicle’s electrical sys-
tem. This may prevent your vehicle from sending a
signal to initiate an emergency call. To avoid inter-
ference that can cause the 9-1-1 Call system to fail,
never add aftermarket equipment (e.g., two-way
mobile radio, CB radio, data recorder, etc.) to your
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WARNING! (Continued)
vehicle’s electrical system or modify the antennas
on your vehicle. IF YOUR VEHICLE LOSES BAT-
TERY POWER FOR ANY REASON (INCLUDING
DURING OR AFTER AN ACCIDENT), THE
UCONNECT FEATURES, APPS AND SERVICES,
AMONG OTHERS, WILL NOT OPERATE.
• Modifications to any part of the 9-1-1 Call system
could cause the air bag system to fail when you
need it. You could be injured if the air bag system
is not there to help protect you.
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never
spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror.
Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the
mirror clean.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97
iPod/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED . . .210
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS ......210
▫ Radio Operation ......................211
RADIO ANTENNA .....................212
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE DEVICES . .212
▫ General Information ...................212
CLIMATE CONTROLS ...................212
▫ Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) .......213
▫ Summer Operation ....................218
▫ Winter Operation ..................... .218
▫ Vacation/Storage .....................219
▫ Window Fogging and Frosting ............219
▫ Outside Air Intake .....................219 ▫
Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather
Conditions ......................... .220
PERSONALIZED MENU BAR ..............221
UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK
TIPS ............................... .221
▫ Introducing Uconnect ...................221
▫ Get Started ......................... .222
▫ Basic Voice Commands ..................223
▫ Radio ............................. .224
▫ Media ............................. .225
▫ Phone ............................. .226
▫ Voice Text Reply ..................... .227
▫ Climate (8.4AN) ..................... .229
▫ Navigation (8.4AN) ....................230
146 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
RADIO ANTENNA
The am/fm radio antenna is located in the windshield.
The Satellite/Navigation antenna is located in the rear
liftgate, while the cellular phone antenna is on the
windshield behind the interior rearview mirror.
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE DEVICES
Under certain conditions, the mobile device being on in
your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from
your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated
by relocating the mobile device antenna. This condition is
not harmful to the radio. If your radio performance does
not satisfactorily “clear” by the repositioning of the
antenna, it is recommended that the radio volume be
turned down or off during mobile device operation when
not using Uconnect (if equipped).
General Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and
RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the
following conditions:
•Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired op-
eration.
CLIMATE CONTROLS
The Climate Control System allows you to regulate the
temperature, amount, and direction of air circulating
throughout the vehicle. The controls are located on the
instrument panel below the radio.
212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
equipped with radio antennas. Do not use scrapers or
other sharp instrument that may scratch the elements.
When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the
towel or cloth that you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
1. Clean with a wet soft cloth. A mild soap solution maybe used, but do not use high alcohol content or
abrasive cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a
clean damp cloth.
2. Dry with a soft cloth.
Seat Belt Maintenance
Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical
solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric.
Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or
lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from the
vehicle to wash them. Dry with a soft cloth.
Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the
buckles do not work properly.
WARNING!
A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and
leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system
periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts.
Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do
not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 367
Pets....................................84
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ..........279
Power Brakes .............................. .263
Door Locks ............................27
Mirrors ...............................98
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........135
Steering .......................... .259, 260
Windows ..............................29
Power Seats Forward ............................. .103
Rearward ............................ .103
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ...............44
Pretensioners Seat Belts ..............................44
Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless Entry) . .24
Radial Ply Tires ......................... .286
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........355Radio Antenna
.......................... .212
Radio Frequency General Information .................15, 17, 25
Radio Operation ......................... .212
Radio (Sound Systems) .....................209
Rear Camera ........................... .124
Rear Liftgate .............................32
Rear Window Defroster .....................143
Rear Window Features .....................143
Reclining Front Seats ...................... .102
Recorder, Event Data .......................72
Recreational Towing .......................311
Reformulated Gasoline .....................303
Refrigerant ............................. .347
Reminder, Lights On .......................110
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................36
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ..................21
Programming Additional Key Fobs ...........17
Programming Additional Transmitters .........17
418 INDEX
INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING
EQUIPMENTSpecial design considerations are incorporated into this
vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio
frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone
equipment must be installed properly by trained person-
nel. The following must be observed during installation.
The positive power connection should be made directly
to the battery and fused as close to the battery as possible.
The negative power connection should be made to body
sheet metal adjacent to the negative battery connection.
This connection should not be fused.
Antennas for two-way radios should be mounted on the
roof or the rear area of the vehicle. Care should be used
in mounting antennas with magnet bases. Magnets may
affect the accuracy or operation of the compass on
vehicles so equipped.The antenna cable should be as short as practical and
routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use
only fully shielded coaxial cable.
Carefully match the antenna and cable to the radio to
ensure a low Standing Wave Ratio (SWR).
Mobile radio equipment with output power greater than
normal may require special precautions.
All installations should be checked for possible interfer-
ence between the communications equipment and the
vehicle’s electronic systems.