The SABICs deploy downward, covering the side win-
dows. An inflating SABIC pushes the outside edge of the
trim out of the way and covers the window. The SABICs
inflate with enough force to injure occupants if they are
not belted and seated properly, or if items are positioned
in the area where the SABICs inflate. Children are at an
even greater risk of injury from a deploying air bag.
The SABICs may help reduce the risk of partial or
complete ejection of vehicle occupants through side
windows in certain rollover or side impact events.WARNING!
•Your vehicle is equipped with left and right
Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains
(SABICs). Do not stack luggage or other cargo up
high enough to block the deployment of the
SABICs. The trim covering above the side win-
dows where the SABIC and its deployment path
are located should remain free from any obstruc-
tions.
• Your vehicle is equipped with SABICs. In order for
the SABICs to work as intended, do not install any
accessory items in your vehicle which could alter
the roof. Do not add an aftermarket sunroof to your
vehicle. Do not add roof racks that require perma-
nent attachments (bolts or screws) for installation
on the vehicle roof. Do not drill into the roof of the
vehicle for any reason.
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
▫Programming A Rolling Code .............134
▫ Programming A Non-Rolling Code .........136
▫ Canadian/Gate Operator Programming ......138
▫ Using HomeLink ..................... .139
▫ Security ........................... .140
▫ Troubleshooting Tips ...................140
▫ General Information ....................141
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ........141
▫ To Open ........................... .143
▫ To Close ........................... .143
▫ Wind Buffeting ...................... .143
▫ Power Sun Blind ..................... .143
POWER OUTLETS .....................144
CIGAR LIGHTER — IF EQUIPPED ..........145
CUPHOLDERS ....................... .146
STORAGE ........................... .147
▫ Glove Compartment ...................147
▫ Front Center Armrest Storage — If Equipped . .148
REAR CARGO STORAGE FEATURES ........149
▫ Securing Your Load ....................154
▫ Storage Compartments ..................155
REAR WINDOW FEATURES ..............156
▫ Rear Window Defroster .................156
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK-IF EQUIPPED .......157
REAR WINDOW FEATURES ..............158
▫ Rear Window Defroster .................158
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK-IF EQUIPPED
The crossbars and siderails are designed to carry the
weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The
load must not exceed 110 lbs (50 kg), and should be
uniformly distributed over the luggage rack crossbars.
Their are two attachment points inside the door jambs
that the Roof Rack crossbars attach to.Distribute cargo weight evenly on the roof rack crossbars.
The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying
capacity of the vehicle. Be sure the total load of cargo
inside the vehicle plus that on the external rack does not
exceed the maximum vehicle load capacity.
Roof Rack Attachment Points
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157
WARNING!
Cargo must be securely tied before driving your
vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the
vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in per-
sonal injury or property damage. Follow the roof rack
cautions when carrying cargo on your roof rack.
REAR WINDOW FEATURES
Rear Window Defroster
The rear window defroster button is located with
the climate controls on the instrument panel. Push
this button to turn on the rear window defroster. An
indicator in the button will illuminate when the rear win-
dow defroster is on. The rear window defroster automati-
cally turns off after approximately 20 minutes. To manually
shut the defroster off, push the button a second time.
NOTE: To prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear
window defroster only when the engine is operating.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the heating elements:
• Use care when washing the inside of the rear
window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on
the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth
and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the
heating elements. Labels can be peeled off after
soaking with warm water.
• Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive
window cleaners on the interior surface of the
window.
• Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Replace Brake Fluid every two
years XXXXXXX
Clean and lube sun roof tracks. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Replace spark plugs. ** XX X X X
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