
Recirculated air: Press the button to switch between outside air andrecirculated air. The air currently in the passenger compartment recirculates.This can reduce the time needed to cool the interior and reduce unwanted odorsfrom entering your vehicle.
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Heated seats (if equipped): Press the button to switch the heated seats onand off. See Heated Seats (page 116).I
Power: Press the button to switch the system on and off. When the system isoff, it prevents outside air from entering the vehicle.J
AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL
AUTO: Press the button to switch on automatic operation. Adjust to select thedesired temperature. Fan speed, air distribution, air conditioning operation, andoutside or recirculated air are automatically adjusted to heat or cool the vehicleto maintain the desired temperature. You can also switch off dual zone modeby pressing and holding the button for more than two seconds.
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Fan speed control: Adjusts the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.B
Air distribution control: Adjust the control to turn airflow from the windshield,instrument panel, or footwell vents on or off. You can distribute air through anycombination of these vents.
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Climate control display: The display shows the set temperatures and the fanspeed.D
Heated rear window: Press the button to switch the heated rear window onand off. See Heated Windows and Mirrors (page 109).E
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A/C: Press the button to switch the air conditioning on or off. Air conditioningcools your vehicle using outside air. To improve the time to reach a comfortabletemperature in hot weather, drive with the windows open until you feel cold airthrough the air vents.
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Recirculated air: Press the button to switch between outside air andrecirculated air. The air currently in the passenger compartment recirculates.This can reduce the time needed to cool the interior and reduce unwanted odorsfrom entering your vehicle.
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Heated seats (if equipped): Press the button to switch the heated seats onand off. See Heated Seats (page 116).H
MAX A/C: Press the button for maximum cooling. Recirculated air flows throughthe instrument panel vents, air conditioning automatically turns on and the fanautomatically adjusts to the highest speed.
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MAX Defrost: Press the button to switch on defrost. Outside air flows throughthe windshield vents, air conditioning automatically turns on, and fanautomatically adjusts to the highest speed. You can also use this setting todefrost and clear the windshield of a thin covering of ice. The heated rear windowalso automatically turns on when you select maximum defrost.
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Power: Press the button to switch the system on and off. When the system isoff, it prevents outside air from entering the vehicle.K
Temperature Control
You can set a temperature between 60°F(15.5°C) and 85°F (29.5°C). If you selectLO, the system is set to permanent cooling.If you select HI, the system is set topermanent heating.
Note:If you select LO or HI, the systemdoes not maintain a stable temperature.
Single Zone Temperature Control
In this mode, the climate control systemlinks the temperature settings for both thedriver’s side and passenger’s side. If youadjust the setting using the rotary controlon the driver’s side, the system adjusts thetemperature to the same setting on thepassenger’s side.
To switch back to single zone control fromdual zone, press and hold AUTO for a fewseconds. The passenger’s side temperatureswitches to the driver’s side temperaturesetting.
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Dual Zone Temperature Control
Select a temperature for the passenger’sside using the rotary control on thepassenger’s side. Single zone temperaturecontrol automatically switches off. Thetemperature on the driver’s side remainsunchanged. You can now adjust the driver’sside and passenger’s side temperaturesindependently. The display shows thetemperature settings for each side.
HINTS ON CONTROLLING THE
INTERIOR CLIMATE
General Hints
Note:Prolonged use of recirculated air maycause the windows to fog up.
Note:To reduce humidity build-up insideyour vehicle, do not drive with the systemswitched off or with recirculated air alwaysswitched on.
Note:Do not place objects under the frontseats as this may interfere with the airflowto the rear seats.
Note:Remove any snow, ice or leaves fromthe air intake area at the base of thewindshield.
Note:To improve the time to reach comfortin hot weather, drive with the windows fullyopen until you feel cold air through the airvents.
Manual Climate Control
Note:To reduce fogging of the windshieldduring humid weather, adjust the airdistribution control to the windshield airvents position.
Automatic Climate Control
Note:Adjusting the settings when yourvehicle interior is extremely hot or cold isnot necessary. The system automaticallyadjusts to heat or cool the cabin to yourselected temperature as quickly as possible.For the system to function efficiently, theinstrument panel and side air vents shouldbe fully open.
Note:If you select AUTO during coldoutside temperatures, the system directsairflow to the windshield and side windowvents. In addition, the fan may run at aslower speed until the engine warms up.
Note:If you select AUTO during hot outsidetemperatures, or when the inside of thevehicle is hot, the system automatically usesrecirculated air to maximize interior cooling.When the interior reaches the selectedtemperature, the system automaticallyswitches to using outside air.
Heating the Interior Quickly
Vehicle with automatic climate controlVehicle with manual climate control
Press the AUTO button.Adjust the temperature control to thehighest setting.1
Adjust the temperature control to thedesired setting.Adjust the fan speed to a high speedsetting as soon as you feel warm air.2
Select the footwell air vents using theair distribution buttons.3
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Replace the filter at regular intervals.
For additional cabin air filter information,or to replace the filter, see an authorizeddealer.
REMOTE START
The climate control system adjusts thecabin temperature during remote start.
You cannot adjust the system duringremote start operation. Switch on theignition to return the system to its previoussettings. You can now make adjustments.You need to switch on certainvehicle-dependent features, such as:
•Heated seats.
•Heated mirrors.
•Heated rear window.
•Heated steering wheel.
You can adjust the settings using theinformation display controls. SeeInformation Displays (page 92).
Automatic Settings
You can set the climate control to operatein AUTO mode through the informationdisplay setting: Remote Start > ClimateControl > Heater-A/C > Auto. The climatecontrol system automatically sets theinterior temperature to 72°F (22°C).
In hot weather, the system is set to 72°F(22°C). Cooled seats are set to high (ifavailable, and selected to AUTO in theinformation display).
In cold weather, the system is set to 72°F(22°C). The rear defroster and heatedmirrors automatically turn on.
Last Settings
You can set the climate control to operateusing the last climate control settingsthrough the information display setting:Remote Start > Climate Control >Heater–A/C > Last Settings. The climatecontrol system automatically uses thesettings last selected before you turnedoff the vehicle.
Heated and Cooled Devices
Heated devices typically switch on duringcold weather, and cooled devices duringhot weather.
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SITTING IN THE CORRECT
POSITION
WARNINGS
Do not recline the seatback too faras this can cause the occupant toslide under the seatbelt, resulting inserious injury in the event of a collision.
Always sit upright against yourseatback with your feet on the floor.
Do not place objects higher than thetop of the seat backrest. Failure tofollow this instruction could result inpersonal injury or death in the event of asudden stop or crash.
When you use them properly, the seat,head restraint, seatbelt and airbags willprovide optimum protection in the eventof a crash.
We recommend that you follow theseguidelines:
•Sit in an upright position with the baseof your spine as far back as possible.
•Do not recline the seat backrest morethan 30°.
•Adjust the head restraint so that thetop of it is level with the top of yourhead and as far forward as possible.Make sure that you remaincomfortable.
•Keep sufficient distance betweenyourself and the steering wheel. Werecommend a minimum of 10 in(25 cm) between your breastbone andthe airbag cover.
•Hold the steering wheel with your armsslightly bent.
•Bend your legs slightly so that you canpress the pedals fully.
•Position the shoulder strap of theseatbelt over the center of yourshoulder and position the lap straptightly across your hips.
Make sure that your driving position iscomfortable and that you can maintain fullcontrol of your vehicle.
HEAD RESTRAINTS
WARNINGS
To minimize the risk of neck injury inthe event of a crash, the driver andpassenger occupants should not sitin or operate the vehicle, until the headrestraint is placed in its proper position.The driver should never adjust the headrestraint while the vehicle is in motion.
The adjustable head restraint is asafety device. Whenever possible, itshould be installed and properlyadjusted when the seat is occupied. Failureto adjust the head restraint properly couldreduce its effectiveness during certainimpacts.
Install the head restraint properly tohelp minimize the risk of neck injuryin the event of a crash.
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Note:Adjust the seatback to an uprightdriving position before adjusting the headrestraint. Adjust the head restraint so thatthe top of it is level with the top of your headand as far forward as possible. Make surethat you remain comfortable. If you areextremely tall, adjust the head restraint toits highest position.
Front seat and rear seat outboard headrestraints
Rear center head restraint
The head restraints consist of:
An energy absorbing headrestraint.A
Two steel stems.B
Guide sleeve adjust and releasebutton.C
Guide sleeve unlock and removebutton.D
Adjusting the Head Restraint
Raising the Head Restraint
Pull the head restraint up.
Lowering the Head Restraint
1.Press and hold button C.
2.Push the head restraint down.
Removing the Head Restraint
1.Pull the head restraint up until itreaches its highest position.
2.Press and hold buttons C and D.
3.Pull the head restraint up.
Note:For the front head restraints, you mayneed to use a key or similar object to releasethe head restraint. Press the key into theguide sleeve unlock and remove button torelease the head restraint.
Installing the Head Restraint
Align the steel stems into the guide sleevesand push the head restraint down until itlocks.
Tilting Head Restraints (If Equipped)
The front head restraints tilt for extracomfort. To tilt the head restraint, do thefollowing:
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1.Adjust the seatback to an uprightdriving or riding position.
2.Pivot the head restraint forward towardyour head to the desired position.
After the head restraint reaches theforward-most tilt position, pivoting itforward again will then release it to therearward, un-tilted position.
MANUAL SEATS
WARNINGS
Do not adjust the driver seat orseatback when your vehicle ismoving. Adjusting your seatbackwhile your vehicle is in motion may causeloss of control of your vehicle.
Rock the seat backward and forwardafter releasing the lever to make surethat it is fully engaged.
The manual front seats may consist of:
A bar to move the seat backwardand forward.A
A lever to adjust the height of theseat.B
A lever to adjust the angle of theseatback.C
POWER SEATS
WARNINGS
Do not adjust the driver seat orseatback when your vehicle ismoving. Adjusting your seatbackwhile your vehicle is in motion may causeloss of control of your vehicle.
Reclining the seatback can cause anoccupant to slide under the seat'ssafety belt, resulting in severepersonal injuries in the event of a crash.
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Power Lumbar (If Equipped)
REAR SEATS
Folding the Seatback
Note:Before lowering the seatback(s),remove the outboard head restraints. SeeHead Restraints (page 111).
Note:Your vehicle may have splitseatbacks that must be folded individually.
1.Press the unlock buttons down.
2.Push the seatback forward.
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