
It illuminates when you engage
the parking brake and the
ignition is on.
If it illuminates when your vehicle is
moving, make sure the parking brake is
disengaged. If the parking brake is
disengaged, this indicates low brake fluid
level or a brake system fault. Have your
vehicle immediately checked.
If it does not illuminate when you switch
the ignition on, or flashes when the engine
is running, this indicates a malfunction.
Have your vehicle checked as soon as
possible.
Cruise Control Indicator It illuminates when you switch
the system on.
See Using Cruise Control
(page 145).
Direction Indicator It illuminates when you switch a
direction indicator or the hazard
flashers on. Flashes during
operation. An increase in the rate of
flashing warns of a failed indicator bulb.
Door Ajar Warning Lamp It illuminates when you switch
the ignition on and remains on if
any door or the hood is open.
Engine Coolant Temperature
Warning Lamp If it illuminates when your vehicle
is moving, this indicates that the
engine is overheating. Stop your
vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and
switch the engine off. Have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible. Engine Oil Change Required
Indicator It illuminates when your vehicle
requires an engine oil and oil
filter change.
Engine Warning Lamps Powertrain Warning Lamp
If it illuminates when the engine is running
this indicates a malfunction. Drive in a
moderate fashion (avoid heavy
acceleration and deceleration). Continuing
to drive your vehicle may cause reduced
power or the engine to stop. Switch the
ignition off and attempt to restart the
engine. Have your vehicle checked as soon
as possible.
Note: This warning lamp could indicate an
engine or transmission system malfunction. Malfunction Indicator Lamp
If it illuminates when the engine is running
this indicates a malfunction. The On Board
Diagnostics system has detected a
malfunction of the vehicle emission control
system.
If it flashes, engine misfire may be
occurring. Increased exhaust gas
temperatures could damage the catalytic
converter or other vehicle components.
Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy
acceleration and deceleration) and have
your vehicle immediately serviced.
It illuminates when you switch the ignition
on prior to engine start to check the bulb
and to indicate whether your vehicle is
ready for Inspection and Maintenance
(I/M) testing.
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Steering System
Action
Message Indic-
ator
Message
You will continue to have full steering but
will need to exert greater force on the
steering wheel. Have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible.
Amber
Steering assist fault
Service required
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Action
Message Indic-
ator
Message
Displays if the tire pressure in one or more
tires is below the correct pressure.
Amber
Check Tire Pressures
See Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(page 235).
The system has detected a fault that
requires service. Have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible.
Amber
Tire press sys fault
Service required
Traction Control Action
Message Indic-
ator
Message
Displays when you switch the system off.
-
Traction control off See
Traction Control (page 135).
Transmission Action
Message Indic-
ator
Message
Have your vehicle checked as soon as
possible.
Red
Transmission Malfunc-
tion Service Now
The transmission is overheating and needs
to cool. Stop your vehicle as soon as it is
safe to do so, switch the engine off and
allow the transmission to cool.
Red
Transmission Over
Temperature Stop Safely
Displays as a reminder to shift into park (P).
-
Transmission Not in Park
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Recirculated air: Press the
button to switch between
outside air and recirculated air.
The air currently in the passenger
compartment recirculates. This
can reduce the time needed to
cool the interior and reduce
unwanted odors from entering
your vehicle.
G
Note:
Recirculated air may also
turn on and off automatically in
instrument panel or instrument
panel and floor airflow modes
during hot weather to improve
cooling efficiency.
OFF:
Press the button to switch
the system on and off. When the
system is off, it prevents outside
air from entering the vehicle.
H
Heated rear window:
Press the
button to switch the heated rear
window on and off.
I
AUTO:
Press the button to
switch on automatic operation.
Select the desired temperature
using the temperature control.
The system adjusts fan speed,
air distribution, air conditioning
operation, and selects outside
air or recirculated air to heat or
cool the vehicle in order to
maintain the desired
temperature.
J Temperature Control You can set the temperature between 61°F
(16°C)
and 82°F (28°C). In position low,
the system switches to permanent cooling.
In position high, the system switches to
permanent heating.
Note: If you select either position low or
high, the system will not regulate a stable
temperature.
HINTS ON CONTROLLING THE
INTERIOR CLIMATE
General Hints WARNING:
Prolonged use of
recirculated air may cause the windows to
fog up. If the windows fog up, follow the
settings for demisting the windshield.
Note: You may feel a small amount of air
from the footwell air vents regardless of the
air distribution setting.
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Note:
To reduce humidity build-up inside
your vehicle, do not drive with the system
switched off or with recirculated air always
switched on.
Note: Do not place objects under the front
seats as this may interfere with the airflow
to the rear seats.
Note: Remove any snow, ice or leaves from
the air intake area at the base of the
windshield.
Manual Climate Control
Note: To reduce fogging of the windshield
during humid weather, adjust the air
distribution control to the windshield air
vents position.
Automatic Climate Control
Note: Adjusting the settings when your
vehicle interior is extremely hot or cold is
not necessary. The system automatically
adjusts to heat or cool the interior to your
selected temperature as quickly as possible.
For the system to function efficiently, the
instrument panel and side air vents should
be fully open. Note:
At low ambient temperatures with
AUTO selected, the air stream is directed
toward the windshield and side windows
for as long as the engine remains cold.
Note: When the system is switched off,
outside air is prevented from entering your
vehicle.
Note: When you select
AUTO mode and
the interior and exterior temperatures are
high, the system automatically selects
recirculated air to maximize cooling of the
interior. When the desired air temperature
is reached, the system automatically selects
outside air.
Note: When you select windshield
defrosting and defogging, the instrument
panel and footwell level functions
automatically switch off and air conditioning
switches on. Outside air flows into your
vehicle.
Heating the Interior Quickly Vehicles With Automatic Climate Control
Vehicles With Manual Climate Control
Press the
AUTO button.
Adjust the fan speed to the highest
setting.
1
Adjust the temperature control to the
full heat position.
Adjust the temperature control to the
highest setting.
2
Adjust the air distribution control to the
footwell air vents position.
3
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Recommended Settings for Heating
Vehicles With Automatic Climate Control
Vehicles With Manual Climate Control
Press the AUTO button.
Adjust the fan speed to the second
setting.
1
Adjust the temperature control to the
desired setting.
Adjust the temperature control to the
desired setting.
2
Adjust the air distribution control to the
footwell and windshield air vents posi-
tion.
3
Cooling the Interior Quickly Vehicles With Automatic Climate Control
Vehicles With Manual Climate Control
Press the
MAX A/C button.
Adjust the fan speed to the highest
setting.
1
Adjust the temperature control setting
to
MAX A/C.
2
Adjust the air distribution control to the
instrument panel air vents position.
3
Recommended Settings for Cooling Vehicles With Automatic Climate Control
Vehicles With Manual Climate Control
Press the
AUTO button.
Adjust the fan speed to the second
setting.
1
Adjust the temperature control to the
desired setting.
Adjust the temperature control to the
desired setting.
2
Adjust the air distribution control to the
instrument panel air vents position.
3
Press the
A/C button.
4
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3. Stow the safety belt in the belt
stowage clip. This prevents the safety
belt from getting caught in the seat
latch.
Note: Do not attempt to fold the rear seat
cushion forward.
Unfolding the Seatback WARNING: When unfolding the
seatback up, take care not to get your
hands caught between the seatback and
the frame, catches or mechanism. Failure
to take care may result in personal injury. WARNING: Make sure that any cargo
or objects are not trapped behind the
seatback. Make sure the safety belts are
not trapped in any way when unfolding the
seatback up. Failure of an occupant to be
able to use a trapped safety belt increases
the risk of serious personal injury or death. WARNING:
Make sure that the
seatback is fully engaged in its catch. A
seatback which is not fully engaged in its
catch could move in the event of an
accident. This may result in serious
personal injury or death.
HEATED SEATS WARNING:
People who are unable
to feel pain to their skin because of
advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes,
spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol or
drug use, exhaustion or other physical
conditions, must exercise extreme care
when using the heated seat. The heated
seat may cause burns even at low
temperatures, especially if used for long
periods of time. An overheated seat may
cause serious personal injury. WARNING:
Do not place anything
on the seat that insulates against heat, for
example; blankets or cushions. This may
cause the heated seat to overheat. An
overheated seat may cause serious
personal injury. WARNING: Do not puncture the seat
with any sharp objects. This may damage
the heating element which may cause the
heated seat to overheat. An overheated
seat may cause serious personal injury.
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WARNING: Do not place heavy
objects on the seat. This may damage the
heating element which may cause the
heated seat to overheat. An overheated
seat may cause serious personal injury. WARNING:
Do not use the seat
heater if any liquid is spilled on the seat.
This may damage the heating element
which may cause the heated seat to
overheat. Allow the seat to dry thoroughly
before reusing the seat heater. An
overheated seat may cause serious
personal injury.
Note: The heated seats include both a
heated seat cushion and heated seatback. Press the required switch to turn
the seat heating on. The lamp
inside the switch will illuminate.
Press the switch again to turn the seat
heating off.
The seat heaters will only turn on with the
ignition turned on. Note:
You should avoid using the seat
heaters unless the engine is running. Using
the seat heaters without the engine running
could drain your vehicle battery.
The heated seat will remain turned on until
either the heated seat switch or the ignition
is turned off.
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Your vehicle has an electric power steering
system. There is no fluid reservoir. No
maintenance is required.
If your vehicle loses electrical power while
you are driving, electric power steering
assistance is lost. The steering system still
operates and you can steer your vehicle
manually. Manually steering your vehicle
requires more effort.
Extreme continuous steering may increase
the effort required for you to steer your
vehicle. This increased effort prevents
overheating and permanent damage to
the steering system. You do not lose the
ability to steer your vehicle manually.
Typical steering and driving maneuvers
allow the system to cool and return to
normal operation.
Steering Tips
If the steering wanders or pulls, check for:
•
Correct tire pressures.
• Uneven tire wear.
• Loose or worn suspension
components.
• Loose or worn steering components.
• Improper vehicle alignment.
Note: A high crown in the road or high
crosswinds may also make the steering
seem to wander or pull.
Adaptive Learning
The electronic power steering system
adaptive learning helps correct road
irregularities and improves overall handling
and steering feel. It communicates with
the brake system to help operate
advanced stability control and accident
avoidance systems. Additionally, whenever
the battery is disconnected or a new
battery installed, you must drive your
vehicle a short distance before the system
relearns the strategy and reactivates all
systems.
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