WARNING!
Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and
do not let children play with power windows. Do
not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in a
location accessible to children. Occupants, particu-
larly unattended children, can become entrapped
by the windows while operating the power window
switches. Such entrapment may result in serious
injury or death.
Auto-Down
The driver’s door window switch has an Auto-Down
feature. Push the window switch for approximately one
second, release, and the window will go down auto-
matically. To cancel the Auto-Down movement, operate
the switch in either the up or down direction and
release the switch.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain
open or partially open positions. This is a normal
occurrence and can be minimized. If the buffeting
occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof open-
ing to minimize the buffeting or open any window.
LIFTGATE
To unlock the liftgate, use the key fob or activate the
power door lock switches located on the driver door
handle.
To open the liftgate, squeeze the liftgate release handle
and pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion.
Power Window Switches
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SABICs may help reduce the risk of head and other
injuries to front and rear seat outboard occupants in
certain side impacts in addition to the injury reduction
potential provided by the seat belts and body structure.
The SABIC deploys downward, covering the side win-
dows. An inflating SABIC pushes the outside edge of
the headliner out of the way and covers the window.
The SABICs inflate with enough force to injure occu-
pants 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 side impact events.•The Air Bag Warning Light
does not come on
during the four to eight seconds when the igni-
tion switch is first in 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.
Reference the “Air Bag Warning Light” topic in “Supple-
mental Restraint System (SRS)” for further information.
WARNING!
• Do not stack luggage or other cargo up high
enough to block the deployment of the SABICs.
The trim covering above the side windows where
the SABIC and its deployment path are located
should remain free from any obstructions.
• 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 after-
market sunroof to your vehicle. Do not add roof
racks that require permanent attachments (bolts
or screws) for installation on the vehicle roof. Do
not drill into the roof of the vehicle for any
reason.
The SABICs and SABs (“Side Air Bags”) are designed to
activate in certain side impacts. The Occupant Restraint
Controller (“ORC”) determines whether the deploy-
ment of the Side Air Bags in a particular impact event is
appropriate, based on the severity and type of collision.
The side impact sensors aid the ORC in determining the
appropriate response to impact events. The system is
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▫Turn Signals ........................84
▫ Lane Change Assist ...................84
▫ Follow Me Home/Headlight Delay .........84
▫ Interior Lights .......................85
▫ Cargo Area Lights .....................86
▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped ...............86
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS .....87
▫ Front Windshield Wiper Operation .........87
▫ Rear Windshield Wiper .................88
TILT STEERING COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED . .89
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL ...........90
▫ To Activate ..........................91
▫ To Set A Desired Speed .................91
▫ To Deactivate ........................91
▫ To Resume Speed .....................91
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ...............91
▫ To Accelerate For Passing ...............93
REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED ........93
▫ Rear Park Assist Sensors ................93
▫ Rear Park Assist Warning Display ..........94
▫ Rear Park Assist Display ................94
▫ Rear Park Assist Audible Alerts ...........94
▫ Failure Indications .....................96
▫ Cleaning The Rear Park Assist System .......96
▫ Park Assist System Usage Precautions .......96
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ........98
▫ To Open ............................98
▫ To Close ............................99
▫ Pinch Protect Feature ...................99
▫ Wind Buffeting ......................99
▫ Emergency Operation ..................99
▫ Sun Shade — If Equipped ..............100
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS ..........100
CIGAR LIGHTER — IF EQUIPPED .........102
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POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED
The power sunroof roof switch is located in the over-
head 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 acces-
sible to children. Occupants, particularly unat-
tended children, can become entrapped by the
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WARNING! (Continued)
power sunroof while operating the power sunroof
switch. Such entrapment 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 sun-
roof. Never allow your fingers, other body parts,
or any object to project through the sunroof
opening. Injury may result.
To Open
Push and hold the power sunroof switch rearward for
approximately one second and the sunroof will stop at
the vented position. Push the switch a second time and
hold for approximately one second and release, the
sunroof will open fully, then stop automatically. This is
called “Express Open”. During Express Open opera-
tion, any movement of the sunroof switch will stop the
sunroof.
Power Sunroof Switch
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To Close
With the sunroof in the full open position, pull the
power sunroof button and hold it for approximately
one second, the sunroof will return to the vented
position. Pull the switch a second time and hold for
approximately one second to completely close the sun-
roof.
Pinch Protect Feature
This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of
the sunroof during Express Close operation. If an
obstruction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the
sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruc-
tion if this occurs. Next, push the switch forward and
release to Express Close.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain
open or partially open positions. This is a normal
occurrence and can be minimized. If the buffeting
occurs with the rear windows open, open the front and
rear windows together to minimize the buffeting. If the
buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the
sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any
window.
Emergency Operation
In case of electrical failure, the sunroof can be operated
with the hex wrench that is located in the glove
compartment. There is a plug located in the rear of the
sunroof opening at the center of the vehicle. Removing
the plug reveals a hex opening in the motor assembly of
the sunroof. Insert the hex wrench and turn, moving the
sunroof to the desired location.
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Sun Shade — If Equipped
For vehicles equipped with either a power sunroof or a
fixed glass roof, there is a sun shade that can be open or
closed. To open the sun shade, push the tab and move
the shade to a full open position.
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
There is a standard 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlet,
located in the floor console, for added convenience. This
power outlet can power mobile phones, electronics and
other low power devices.
Power is available when the ignition switch is in the
ON/RUN or START position. Insert the cigar lighter or
accessory plug into the outlet for use. To preserve the
heating element, do not hold the lighter in the heating
position.
Manual Sun ShadePower Outlet
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CavityMaxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description
F24 –7.5 Amp Brown Stability Control System
F30 –15 Amp Blue Fog Lamps
F82 30 Amp Green –Sunroof/Convertible Top
F83 20 Amp Yellow –Cooling Pump – If Equipped
F84 –10 Amp Red Transmission
F85 30 Amp Green –Rear Defroster
F87 –5 Amp Tan Rear Defroster
F90 –5 Amp Tan Heated Mirrors – If Equipped
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you will not be using your vehicle for more than 21
days, you may want to take steps to preserve your
battery.
•Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
• Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the
air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes
in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will
ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the
possibility of compressor damage when the system is
started again. NOTE:
When the vehicle has not been started or driven
for at least 30 days, an Extended Park Start Procedure is
required to start the vehicle. Refer to “Starting Proce-
dures” in “Starting And Operating” for further infor-
mation.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 315
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual)...............4
Overheating, Engine ....................... .247
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) ...........4,333
Paint Care ............................... .304
Parking Brake ............................ .200
Passing Light ..............................83
Pets .....................................59
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ...........216
Power Door Locks ..............................18
Mirrors ................................72
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ............100
Steering .............................. .199
Sunroof ................................98
Windows ...............................19
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts .................29
Preparation For Jacking ..................... .261
Pretensioners Seat Belts ...............................30
Radial Ply Tires ........................... .221
Radio Frequency General Information .....................12, 17
Radio Operation .......................... .167Rear Liftgate (Sedan)
.........................20
Rear Window Features ...................... .105
Recreational Towing ........................ .244
Reformulated Gasoline ...................... .239
Refrigerant .............................. .288
Release, Hood ..............................81
Reminder, Seat Belt ..........................23
Remote Keyless Entry Disarm The Alarm ........................12
Power Convertible Top Function ..............13
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ...........165
Replacement Bulbs ........................ .316
Replacement Keys ...........................11
Replacement Parts ......................... .282
Replacement Tires ......................... .228
Reporting Safety Defects .....................333
Restraints, Child ............................43
Rotation, Tires ............................ .230
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ...................61
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ..................63
Safety
Defects, Reporting .....................333
Safety, Exhaust Gas ..........................60
Safety Information, Tire ..................... .210
Safety Tips ................................60
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