
1. To access the storage bin with front seats in the rearwardposition, place the lock rod in the unlocked position so
the load floor can fold upwards towards the seatback.
NOTE: •Push the lock rod inward for the locked position.
• Pull outward on the lock rod for the unlocked position. 2. Pull the latch located near the second row seat to open
the floor panel.
WARNING!
In a collision, serious injury could result if the seat
storage bin covers are not properly latched.
•Do not drive the vehicle with the storage bin covers
open.
• Keep the storage bin covers closed and latched while
the vehicle is in motion.
(Continued)
Lock Rod
Floor Latch
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 165

Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/
shoulder belt.
1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchorpoint.
2. At about 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the seat belt webbing 180 degrees
to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch
plate.
3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the
latch plate.
4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the folded webbing and the seat belt is no longer twisted.
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
In the front and second row outboard seats the shoulder
belt can be adjusted upward or downward to position the
seat belt away from your neck. Push or squeeze the
anchorage button to release the anchorage, and move it up
or down to the position that serves you best.
Adjustable Anchorage
246 SAFETY

As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will prefer
the shoulder belt anchorage in a lower position, and if you
are taller than average, you will prefer the shoulder belt
anchorage in a higher position. After you release the
anchorage button, try to move it up or down to make sure
that it is locked in position.
NOTE:The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is
equipped with an Easy Up feature. This feature allows the
shoulder belt anchorage to be adjusted in the upward
position without pushing or squeezing the release button.
To verify the shoulder belt anchorage is latched, pull
downward on the shoulder belt anchorage until it is locked
into position.
WARNING!
• Wearing your seat belt incorrectly could make your
injuries in a collision much worse. You might suffer
internal injuries, or you could even slide out of the
seat belt. Follow these instructions to wear your seat
belt safely and to keep your passengers safe, too.
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and
chest with minimal, if any slack so that it is comfort-
able and not resting on your neck. The retractor will
withdraw any slack in the shoulder belt.
• Misadjustment of the seat belt could reduce the
effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash.
Second Row Center (If Equipped) And Third Row
Center Seat Belt Operating Instructions
The second row center (if equipped) and third row center seat
belts feature a seat belt with a mini-latch plate and buckle,
which allows the seat belt to detach from the lower anchor
when the seat is folded. The mini-latch plate and regular latch
plate can then be stored out of the way in the headliner for
added convenience to open up utilization of the storage areas
behind the front seats when the seat is not occupied.
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SAFETY 247

Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH
Can the LATCH anchorages and the seat belt be used together to attach a rear-facing or forward- facing child restraint? No Do not use the seat belt when you use the LATCH anchor-
age system to attach a rear-facing or forward-facing child restraint.
Booster seats may be attached to the LATCH anchorages if
allowed by the booster seat manufacturer. See your booster seat owner ’s manual for more information.
Can two child restraints be attached using a common lower LATCH an- chorage? No Never “share” a LATCH anchorage with two or more child
restraints. If the center position does not have dedicated
LATCH lower anchorages, use the seat belt to install a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the LATCH anchorages in an outboard position.
Can the rear-facing child restraint
touch the back of the front passen- ger seat? Ye s
The child seat may touch the back of the front passenger seat
if the child restraint manufacturer also allows contact. See
your child restraint owner ’s manual for more information.
Can the head restraints be re- moved? Yes The 2nd row head restraints on bench and the center head
restraint in the 8 passenger vehicle are removable. 2nd rowStow ’n Go head restraints are not removable. The 3rd row center head restraint is removable in all vehicles, but the 3rd row outboard head restraints are not removable.
NOTE: If the folding, non-adjustable head restraint inter-
feres with the installation of the child restraint, the head
restraint may be folded and the child seat installed in front
of it.
284 SAFETY

Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR):
Child restraint systems are designed to be secured in
vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a
lap/shoulder belt.
WARNING!
•Improper installation or failure to properly secure a
child restraint can lead to failure of the restraint. The
child could be badly injured or killed.
• Follow the child restraint manufacturer ’s directions
exactly when installing an infant or child restraint.
1. Place the child seat in the center of the seating position. For some second row seats, you may need to recline the
seat and/or raise the head restraint to get a better fit. If
the rear seat can be moved forward and rearward in the
vehicle, you may wish to move it to its rear-most
position to make room for the child seat. You may also
move the front seat forward to allow more room for the
child seat.
2. Pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor to pass it through the belt path of the child restraint. Do
not twist the belt webbing in the belt path.
3. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”
4. Pull on the webbing to make the lap portion tight against the child seat.
Car Seat With Head Restraint Folded
1 — Folded Headrest
2 — Child Restraint 294 SAFETY

Cavity Cartridge FuseBlade FuseDescription
F10 – – Not Used
F11 – – Not Used
F12 – 5 Amp Tan Battery Sensor (IBS)
F13 –10 Amp Red ECM (ESS Only)
F14 –10 Amp Red ECM
F15 40 Amp Green –CBC Feed #3 (Power Locks)
F16 –20 Amp Yellow ECM
F17 30 Amp Pink – Starter
F18 40 Amp Green –CBC Feed #4 (Exterior Lighting #1)
F19 25 Amp Clear –2nd Row Folding Seats Solenoid LT
F20 –10 Amp Red A/C Compressor Clutch
F21 25 Amp Clear –2nd Row Folding Seat Solenoid RT
F22 – – Not Used
F23 – – Not used
F24 –20 Amp Yellow RR Wiper
F25A –10 Amp Red Handsfree LT & RT RR Door Release Mod
F25B –10 Amp Red Active Grill Shutter/ PWR Mirror
F26 40 Amp Green –Front HVAC Blower Motor
F27 25 Amp Clear –RR Slide Door Module-RT
F28A –10 Amp Red Diagnostic Report
440 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

Checking Oil Level.......................494
Compartment .......................... .493
Compartment Identification .................493
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................... .555
Cooling ...............................510
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................301, 554
Fails To Start ............................310
Flooded, Starting ........................ .310
Fuel Requirements ........................550
Oil ...............................496, 555
Oil Filler Cap .......................... .493
Oil Filter ...............................498
Oil Selection ........................ .496, 555
Oil Synthetic ............................497
Overheating ............................479
Starting ...............................309
Engine Oil Viscosity ........................ .497
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ....................497
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .........273, 485
Ethanol ................................. .551
Exhaust Gas Cautions ....................301, 554
Exhaust System ........................301, 508
Exterior Lighting ........................94, 435
Exterior Lights ...................94, 303, 431, 435 Filters
Air Cleaner ............................ .498
Air Conditioning .....................132, 501
Engine Oil ..........................498, 555
Engine Oil Disposal .......................498
Flashers Hazard Warning ........................ .425
Turn Signals ...................94, 207, 303, 435
Flash-To-Pass ............................94, 96
Flooded Engine Starting ..................... .310
Fluid, Brake ............................. .557
Fluid Capacities ............................555
Fluid Leaks...............................304
Fluid
Level Checks
Brake .................................515
Fluids And Lubricants .......................555
Fog Lights ..........................94, 97, 436
Fog Lights, Service ........................ .436
Fold-Flat Seats .............................48
Fold In Floor (Stow ‘n Go) Seating ...............62
Forward Collision Warning ....................230
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..................... .481
Front Position Light ........................ .435
Fuel ................................... .550
Additives ............................. .551
682 INDEX

Replacement Tires..........................532
Reporting Safety Defects .....................675
Restraints, Child .......................... .276
Restraints, Head ............................82
Roof Luggage Rack ........................ .173
Rotation, Tires ............................ .539
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ...................301
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .................303
Safety Defects, Reporting .....................675
Safety, Exhaust Gas ........................ .301
Safety Information, Tire ..................... .517
Safety Tips ...............................300
Schedule, Maintenance .......................489
Seat Belt Maintenance .......................545
Seat Belt Reminder ........................ .201
Seat Belts ............................ .241, 301
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ...................246
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage .........246
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ......246
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ...........253
Child Restraints ........................ .276
Energy Management Feature ................252
Extender ...............................251
Front Seat .......................241, 242, 244 Inspection
............................. .301
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation ................244
Lap/Shoulder Belts .......................242
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ...............246
Operating Instructions .....................244
Pregnant Women ........................ .252
Pretensioners .......................... .252
Rear Seat ............................. .242
Reminder ............................. .241
Seat Belt Extender ........................251
Seat Belt Pretensioner .....................252
Untwisting Pr
ocedure.....................246
Seats ...............................48, 52, 59
Adjustment ..................... .48, 50, 52, 77
Bench .................................77
Heated .................................59
Power ...............................51, 53
Rear Folding .............................48
Reclining ...............................49
Seatback Release .....................48, 50, 77
Stow ‘n Go (Fold in Floor) ...................62
Tilting ...............................48, 50
Security Alarm ............................201
Arm The System ..........................33
Disarm The System ........................34
688 INDEX