
Anti-Theft Alarm............................................70
Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel.....................71
Audio Control....................................................71
Voice Control....................................................72
Cruise Control..................................................72
Information Display Control.......................72
Heated Steering Wheel................................73
Wipers and Washers
Windshield Wipers.........................................74
Windshield Washers......................................74
Rear Window Wiper and Washers...........75
Lighting
General Information......................................76
Lighting Control..............................................76
Autolamps.........................................................77
Instrument Lighting Dimmer......................77
Headlamp Exit Delay....................................78
Daytime Running Lamps.............................78
Automatic High Beam Control..................79
Front Fog Lamps............................................80
Direction Indicators.......................................80
Interior Lamps.................................................80
Ambient Lighting.............................................81
Windows and Mirrors
Power Windows..............................................82
Exterior Mirrors................................................83
Interior Mirror...................................................84
Sun Visors.........................................................84
Moonroof..........................................................85
Instrument Cluster
Gauges...............................................................86
Warning Lamps and Indicators.................87
Audible Warnings and Indicators............90
Information Displays
General Information......................................92
Trip Computer.................................................95
Information Messages.................................96
Climate Control
Manual Climate Control............................104
Automatic Climate Control......................105
Hints on Controlling the InteriorClimate.........................................................107
Heated Windows and Mirrors..................109
Cabin Air Filter...............................................109
Remote Start..................................................110
Seats
Sitting in the Correct Position....................111
Head Restraints...............................................111
Manual Seats..................................................113
Power Seats.....................................................113
Rear Seats........................................................114
Heated Seats..................................................116
Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points.................................117
Storage Compartments
Center Console...............................................118
Overhead Console........................................118
Starting and Stopping theEngine
General Information.....................................119
Ignition Switch................................................119
Keyless Starting.............................................119
Starting a Gasoline Engine........................122
Engine Block Heater....................................125
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Note:Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals or on the back surface ofthe circuit board.
Note: Replacing the battery does notdelete the transmitter from your vehicle.The transmitter should operate normally.
Locating Your Vehicle
Press the lock button on the key twicewithin three seconds. The horn sounds andthe direction indicators flash. Werecommend you use this method to locateyour vehicle, rather than using the panicalarm.
The horn sounds twice and the directionindicators do not flash if:
•Locking was not successful.
•Any door or the liftgate is open.
•The hood is open on vehicles with ananti-theft alarm or remote start.
Sounding the Panic Alarm (If Equipped)
Press the button to activate thealarm. Press the button again orswitch the ignition on todeactivate it.
Note:The panic alarm only operates whenthe ignition is off.
Remote Start
WARNING
To prevent drawing exhaust fumesinto your vehicle, do not use remotestart if your vehicle is parked indoorsor areas that are not well ventilated.
The remote start button is on thetransmitter.
This feature allows you to start yourvehicle from the outside. The transmitterhas an extended operating range.
Vehicles with automatic climate controlcan be configured to operate when yourvehicle is remote started. See AutomaticClimate Control (page 105).
Many states and provinces haverestrictions for the use of remote start.Check your local and state or provinciallaws for specific requirements regardingremote start systems.
Note:Do not use remote start if your vehicleis low on fuel.
The remote start system does not work ifany of the following occur:
•The ignition is on.
•The alarm system activates.
•You turn off the feature.
•The hood is open.
•The transmission is not in park (P).
•Your vehicle battery has no charge.
•The powertrain fault indicator was onthe last time you drove your vehicle.
Remote Starting your Vehicle
Note: You must press each button withinthree seconds of each other. If you do notfollow this sequence, your vehicle does notstart remotely, the direction indicators donot flash twice and the horn does not sound.
The label on your transmitter details thestarting procedure.
To remote start your vehicle:
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Settings
Lane Keeping
On or Off.Auto Engine OffVehicle settings
On or Off.DisplayCompass
Calibrate
Set Zone
Park SlotChimes
Information
Warning
Traffic (R/L)Lighting
Auto Highbeam
Rain Light
Ambient Light
DRL
Dimming
Hdlamp Delay
Heater - A/CClimate ControlRemote Start
Heated Wheel
Front Defrost
Rear Defrost
Driver Seat
Passengr Seat
Duration
Quiet Start
Restore Default
System
Rain SensingWipers
Hold OK to Create MyKeyCreate MyKeyMyKey
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MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL
Fan speed control: Adjusts the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.A
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.
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.
C
Note: At least one of these buttons illuminates when the system is on.
Heated rear window: Press the button to switch the heated rear window onand off. See Heated Windows and Mirrors (page 109).D
Temperature control: Controls the temperature of the air circulated in yourvehicle.E
MAX Defrost: Adjust the control to turn on defrost. Outside air flows throughthe windshield vents, air conditioning automatically turns on. You can also usethis setting to defrost and clear the windshield of a thin covering of ice.
F
MAX A/C: Adjust the control for maximum cooling. Recirculated air flowsthrough the instrument panel vents, air conditioning automatically turns on.G
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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.
H
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.
A
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.
C
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.
F
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.
G
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.
I
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.
J
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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Recommended Settings for Heating
Vehicle with automatic climate controlVehicle with manual climate control
Press the AUTO button.Adjust the fan speed to the centersetting.1
Adjust the temperature control to thedesired setting. Use 72°F (22°C) as astarting point, then adjust the setting asnecessary.
Adjust the temperature control to themidway point of the hot settings.2
Select the footwell air vents using theair distribution buttons.3
Cooling the Interior Quickly
Vehicle with automatic climate controlVehicle with manual climate control
Press the MAX A/C button.Adjust the temperature control to theMAX A/C position.1
Drive with the windows fully open untilyou feel cold air through the air vents.Adjust the fan speed to the highestsetting.2
Recommended Settings for Cooling
Vehicle with automatic climate controlVehicle with manual climate control
Press the AUTO button.Adjust the fan speed to the centersetting.1
Adjust the temperature control to thedesired setting. Use 72°F (22°C) as astarting point, then adjust the setting asnecessary.
Adjust the temperature control to themidway point of the cold settings.2
Select the instrument panel air ventsusing the air distribution buttons.3
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