Reclining Rear Seat
For additional comfort, pull the strap forward just enough to release the seatback
latch. Then push the seatback to a reclined position, approximately 35 degrees
maximum, and release the strap.
WARNING!
Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting
against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be
seriously or even fatally injured. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked.
HEATED SEATS
Heated Seats
On some models, the front driver and passenger seats may be equipped with heaters
in both the seat cushions and seatbacks. The controls for the front heated seats are
located on the center instrument panel area.
You can choose from HI, LO or OFF heat settings. Amber indicator lights in each
switch indicate the level of heat in use. Two indicator lights will illuminate for HI, one
for LO and none for OFF.
Push the switch once to select HI-level
heating. Push the switch a second time to
select LO-level heating. Push the switch
a third time to shut the heating elements
OFF.
When the HI-level setting is selected, the
heater will provide a boosted heat level
during the initial stages of operation.
Then, the heat output will drop to the
normal HI-level. If the HI-level setting is
selected, the system will automatically
switch to LO-level after approximately 30
minutes of continuous operation. At that
time, the display will change from HI to
LO, indicating the change. When the LO-
level heating is selected, the system au-
tomatically turns the heater and the indicator light OFF after approximately 30
minutes of continuous operation.
NOTE:
Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt within two to five minutes.
Heated Seat Switches
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ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and
axle) in your vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles
(100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws
contributes to a good break-in. Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be
detrimental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high-quality energy
conserving type lubricant. Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate
conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. Refer to “Maintaining Your
Vehicle,” for the recommended viscosity and quality grades.
NOTE:
A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers)
of operation. This should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not
interpreted as an indication of an engine problem or malfunction.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may
result.
MULTIFUNCTION LEVER
The multifunction lever controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, turn
signals, headlight beam selection, instrument panel light dimming, interior lights,
the passing lights, and the fog lights. The multifunction lever is located on the left
side of the steering column.
Turn Signal/Lights Lever
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Mist Feature
Push down on the control lever to activate a single wipe to clear the windshield of
road mist or spray from a passing vehicle. As long as the lever is held down, the wipers
will continue to operate.
NOTE:
The mist feature does not activate the washer pump; therefore, no washer fluid will
be sprayed on the windshield. The wash function must be used in order to spray the
windshield with washer fluid.
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
The rear wiper/washer is controlled by a rotary switch located on the center portion of
the control lever. The control lever is located on the right side of the steering column.
Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the first detent position for rear wiper
operation.
NOTE:
The rear wiper operates in an intermittent mode only.
Rotate the center portion of the lever past the first detent to activate the rear washer.
The washer pump and the wiper will continue to operate as long as the switch is held
(for a maximum of 10 seconds). Upon release, the wiper will continue to cycle two
times before returning to the set position.
If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned OFF, the wiper will
automatically return to the “park” position if power accessory delay is active. Power
accessory delay can be cancelled by opening the door, if this happens the rear wiper
will stop at its current position and will not go to “park”.
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PARKVIEW REAR BACK-UP CAMERA
You can see an on-screen image of the rear of your vehicle whenever the shift lever is
put into REVERSE. The ParkView Rear Back-Up Camera image will be displayed on
the radio display screen, located on the center stack of the instrument panel.
If the radio display screen appears foggy, clean the camera lens located on the
liftgate.
Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
WARNING!
Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the ParkView Rear Back
Up Camera. Always check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to check for
pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstructions, or blind spots before backing
up. You are responsible for the safety of your surroundings and must continue to
pay attention while backing up. Failure to do so can result in serious injury or
death.
CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION (CVT)
While conventional automatic transmissions typically have 4, 5 or 6 speeds, the
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) has an infinite number of speeds. This
allows it to adjust to exactly the right ratio to optimize performance and fuel
economy.
Under hard acceleration, you may hear more engine noise than with a conventional
transmission. The CVT may also occasionally feel like it is “slipping”. These
characteristics are perfectly normal and contribute to the CVT's efficiency.
The transmission shift lever has PARK, REVERSE, NEUTRAL, and DRIVE shift
positions. Some models include a LOW position (the LOW position manually
downshifts the transmission to a lower available ratio based on vehicle speed); in
others, manual shifts are made using the AutoStick shift control. Moving the shift
lever to the left or right (-/+) while in the DRIVE position (if equipped with AutoStick)
will manually select from a set of predefined transmission gear ratios, and will display
the current gear in the instrument cluster as 1, 2, 3, etc.
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POWER SUNROOF
The power sunroof switch is located on the overhead console.
WARNING!
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.Never leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to
children. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped
by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrap-
ment may result in serious injury or death.
• In a collision, there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open
sunroof. You could also be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your seat
belt properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured.
• Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof. Never allow your fingers,
other body parts, or any object to project through the sunroof opening. Injury
may result.
Opening Sunroof — Express
Push the switch rearward and release it within one-half second. The sunroof and
sunshade will open automatically from any position. The sunroof and sunshade will
open fully and stop automatically. This is called “Express Open.” During Express
Open operation, any other actuation of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof.
Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode
To open the sunroof, push and hold the switch rearward to full open. Any release of
the switch will stop the movement. The sunroof and sunshade will remain in a
partially opened condition until the sunroof switch is pushed again.
Closing Sunroof — Express
Push the switch forward and release it within one-half second and the sunroof will
close automatically from any position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati-
cally. This is called “Express Close.” During Express Close operation, any other
actuation of the switch will stop the sunroof.
Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode
To close the sunroof, push and hold the switch in the forward position. Any release of
the switch will stop the movement and the sunroof will remain in a partially closed
condition until the sunroof switch is pushed again.
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Clock Setting
1. Push and hold the TIME button until the hours blink.
2. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set the hours.
3. Push the TUNE/SCROLL control knob until the minutes begin to blink.
4. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set the minutes.
5. Push the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to save the changes.
6. Push any button/knob or wait five seconds to exit.
Equalizer, Balance And Fade
1. Push the TUNE/SCROLL control knob and “BASS” will display.
2. Rotate the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to select the desired setting.
3. Continue pushing the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to display and set “MIDRANGE,” “TREBLE,” “BALANCE” and “FADE.”
Radio Operation
Seek Up/Down Buttons
• Push the seek up or down button to seek through radio stations in AM, FM, or SATbands.
• Hold either button to bypass stations without stopping.
Store Radio Presets Manually
• Tune to the desired station.
• Push the SET/RND or SET (depending on the radio) button once and SET 1 will show in the display. Then select a preset button (1–6).
• A second station may be added to each push button. Push the SET/RND or SET (depending on the radio) button twice and SET 2 will show in the display. Then
select a preset button (1–6).
Music Type
NOTE:
The Music Type function only operates when in FM mode.
• Push the MUSIC TYPE button to activate this mode. Push the MUSIC TYPE button again or turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to select the desired music type
(Adult Hits, Country, Jazz, Oldies, Rock, etc.).
• When a music type is chosen and the Music type is displayed, Push either SEEK button and the radio will only search for stations with the selected music type.
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Clock Setting
1. Push and hold the TIME button until the hours blink.
2. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set the hours.
3. Push the TUNE/SCROLL control knob until the minutes begin to blink.
4. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set the minutes.
5. Push the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to save the changes.
6. Push any button/knob or wait five seconds to exit.
Equalizer, Balance And Fade
1. Push the TUNE/SCROLL control knob and “BASS” will display.
2. Rotate the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to select the desired setting.
3. Continue pushing the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to display and set “MIDRANGE,” “TREBLE,” “BALANCE” and “FADE.”
Radio Operation
Seek Up/Down Buttons
• Push the seek up or down button to seek through radio stations in AM, FM, or SATbands.
• Hold either button to bypass stations without stopping.
Store Radio Presets Manually
• Tune to the desired station
• Push the SET button once and SET 1 will show in the display. Then select button (1–6).
• A second station may be added to each push button. Push the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display. Then select button (1–6).
Music Type
NOTE:
The Music Type function only operates when in FM mode.
• Push the MUSIC TYPE button to activate this mode. Push the MUSIC TYPE button again or turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to select the desired music type
(Adult Hits, Country, Jazz, Oldies, Rock, etc.).
• Once a music type is chosen and the music type is displayed, push the SEEK button and the radio will only search for stations with the selected music type.
SETUP Button
• Pushing the SETUP button allows you to select between items that are available in that particular mode.
• Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to scroll through the entries. Push the AUDIO/SELECT button to select an entry and make changes.
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Insert a CD/DVD Disc
• To insert a disc, push the LOAD button on the faceplate.
• With the printed side upwards, insert the disc into the disc slot of the radio. Theradio pulls the disc in automatically and closes the flip screen. The radio selects
the appropriate mode after the disc is recognized, and starts playing the first track.
The display shows “Reading...” during this process.
Seek Up/Seek Down
• Press the “Seek Up” or “Seek Down” buttons on the touchscreen to seek through tracks in Disc Mode. Hold either Seek button to bypass tracks without stopping.
Audio Jack Operation
The AUX/Audio Jack provides a means to connect a portable audio device, such as an
MP3 player or an iPod, to the vehicle’s sound system. This requires the use of a 3.5
mm stereo audio patch cable.
• Push the MEDIA button on the faceplate then the “AUX” button on the touch-screen to change the mode to auxiliary device if the Audio Jack is connected,
allowing the music from your portable device to play through the vehicle's
speakers.
NOTE:
The functions of the portable device are controlled using the device itself, not the
buttons on the radio. However, the volume may be controlled using the radio or
portable device.
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Operation
• The Hard Disk Drive (HDD) mode gives you access to the audio files on the internal hard disk drive. It functions similar to a CD player, with the exception that the
internal HDD can hold more tracks.
• It is also possible to import display pictures to the internal hard disk drive. The pictures can be displayed on the right half of the radio screen.
• Before using the HDD mode, you will need to copy songs and pictures to the internal hard drive. Songs and pictures can be added to the hard drive by using a
CD or USB device (e.g. thumb drive or memory stick).
NOTE:
• HDD supports only .jpg/JPEG formats for photos.
• WMA/MP3 Files and Selective Songs from a CD can also be added to the HDD. See the Uconnect 430/430N User's Manual for more information.
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