Direction indicators. See Direction Indicators (page 93).A
Instrument cluster. See Gauges (page 104). See Warning Lamps and Indicators (page 107).B
Wiper lever. See Wipers and Washers (page 85).C
Information and entertainment display.D
Audio unit. See Audio Unit (page 369).E
Hazard warning flasher switch. See Hazard Flashers (page 265).F
Parking aid switch. See Parking Aids (page 210).G
Heated rear window switch. See Heated Windows and Mirrors (page 146).H
Climate controls. See Climate Control (page 143).I
Start button. See Keyless Entry (page 74).J
Entertainment, navigation and phone.K
Voice control. See Voice Control (page 83).L
Horn.M
Steering wheel adjustment. See Adjusting the Steering Wheel (page 82).N
Cruise control switches. See Using Cruise Control (page 226).O
Information display controls. See Information Displays (page 112).P
Parking brake. See Electric Parking Brake (page 200).Q
Lighting control. See Lighting Control (page 88). Instrument lighting dimmer. See Instrument Lighting Dimmer (page 90).R
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ADJUSTING THE STEERING WHEEL
WARNING
Do not adjust the steering wheel whenyour vehicle is moving.
Note: Make sure that you are sitting in thecorrect position. See Sitting in the CorrectPosition (page 149).
Use the control on the side of the steeringcolumn to adjust the position.
To adjust:
•Tilt: Press the top or bottom of thecontrol.
•Telescope: Press the front or rear of thecontrol.
End of Travel Position
The steering column sets a stopping positionjust short of the end of the column positionto prevent damage to the steering column. A new stopping position sets if the steeringcolumn encounters an object when tilting ortelescoping.
To reset the steering column to its normalstopping position:
1. Confirm there is nothing obstructing themotion of the steering column.
2. Press and hold the steering columncontrol until the steering column stopsmoving.
3.Press the steering column control again.
Note:The steering column may begin tomove again.
4. When the steering column stops,continue holding the control for a fewseconds.
5. Repeat for each direction as necessary.
A new stopping position sets. The next timeyou tilt or telescope the steering column, itstops just short of the end of the columnposition.
Memory Feature
You can save and recall the steering columnposition with the memory function. SeeMemory Function (page 155).
Pressing the adjustment control duringmemory recall cancels the operation.
Easy Entry and Exit Feature
The column moves to the full up positionwhen you switch the ignition off. Switch theignition on to return the system to itsprevious settings. You can switch thisfeature on or off in the information display. See Information Displays (page 112).
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Note:Do not remove ice from the mirrorswith a scraper or adjust the mirror glasswhen it is frozen in place.
Note:Do not clean the mirror housing orglass with harsh abrasives, fuel or otherpetroleum-based cleaning products.
Windshield Wiper De-icer (If Equipped)
When you switch the heated rear windowon, the windshield wiper de-icer turns on.
CABIN AIR FILTER
Your vehicle is equipped with a cabin airfilter, which gives you and your passengersthe following benefits:
•It improves your driving comfort byreducing particle and odor concentration.
•It improves the interior compartmentcleanliness.
•It protects the climate controlcomponents from particle deposits.
You can locate the cabin air filter behind theglove box.
Note:Make sure you have a cabin air filterinstalled at all times. This prevents foreignobjects from entering the system. Runningthe system without a filter in place couldresult in degradation or damage to thesystem.
Replace the filter at regular intervals.
For additional cabin air filter information, orto replace the filter, see a qualifiedtechnician.
REMOTE START
The system adjusts the interior temperaturedepending on your chosen settings duringremote start.
You cannot adjust the climate control settingduring remote start operation. When youswitch the ignition on, the climate controlsystem returns to the previous settings. Youcan now make adjustments.
Some features may remain on if they turn onduring remote start:
•Driver heated seat.
•Driver ventilated seat.
•Heated steering wheel.
•Heated mirrors.
•Heated rear window.
•Windshield wiper de-icer.
Note:If the passenger heated or ventilatedseats are on when you switch the vehicleoff, they default to the driver setting whenyou switch the vehicle on.
You can adjust the default remote startsettings using the information displaycontrols. See Information Displays (page112).
Automatic Settings
In hot weather, the system sets to 72°F(22°C). The ventilated seats set to high (ifavailable, and if you select AUTO in theinformation display).
In moderate weather, the system heats orcools (based on pre-selected settings). Therear defroster, heated mirrors and heated orventilated seats do not turn on.
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InformationOption
Information for current audio playing.Audio
Select source.
View current road and speed limit (if information is available).Navigation
View current route, next turn, time to your destination (depending on cluster level), distance to destination (depending oncluster level), and ability to cancel route.
If you do not have an active navigation route programed, the compass is shown.
If you are not on a call, a call can be made by selecting: *Phone
Missed callsOutgoing callsIncoming callsAll callsQuick dial
If you are on a call, the call information is displayed on the information display.
If you are receiving a call, you can accept it by selecting OK on the right-hand steering wheel controls.
* Depending on your vehicle options, all of these choices may not display.
Use the OK and arrow buttons on the rightside of your steering wheel to scroll throughthe available modes.
The selection menu expands and differentoptions appear.
•Press the up and down arrows to scrollthrough the modes.
•Press the right arrow to enter the mode,use the left arrow to exit the mode.
•Press the up and down arrows to makeadjustments within the chosen mode.
•Press OK to confirm your selection.
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SYNC™ 3
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A/CSee: Climate Control...........................................143
About This Manual............................................7ABSSee: Brakes...........................................................199
ABS driving hintsSee: Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes..............................................................200
Accessories....................................................484Exterior Style........................................................484Interior Style.........................................................484Lifestyle.................................................................484Peace of Mind.....................................................484
AccessoriesSee: Replacement Parts Recommendation.....13
ACCSee: Using Adaptive Cruise Control..............227
Active Park Assist..........................................214Deactivating the Active Park AssistFeature.............................................................220Parallel Parking, Perpendicular Parking,Parallel Park Out Assist.................................214Troubleshooting the System............................221
Adaptive Headlamps.....................................92Adjusting the Headlamps............................313Horizontal Aim Adjustment...............................314
Vertical Aim Adjustment....................................313
Adjusting the Steering Wheel.....................82End of Travel Position..........................................82
AFSSee: Adaptive Headlamps..................................92
Airbag Disposal...............................................56Air ConditioningSee: Climate Control...........................................143
Air FilterSee: Changing the Engine Air Filter...............317
AlarmSee: Anti-Theft Alarm..........................................80
Ambient Lighting............................................95Anti-Theft Alarm..............................................80Arming the Alarm...................................................81Disarming the Alarm.............................................81
Appendices.....................................................519Apps.................................................................444.................................................................................444SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link......................446
At a Glance........................................................17Audible Warnings and Indicators................111Headlamps On Warning Chime.........................111Key in Ignition Warning Chime...........................111Keyless Warning Alert..........................................111Parking Brake On Warning Chime....................111
Audio Control...................................................83Seek, Next or Previous........................................83
Audio System................................................368General Information...........................................368
Audio Unit......................................................369Auto Hold.......................................................203Using Auto Hold.................................................204
Autolamps.........................................................89Windshield Wiper Activated Headlamps........90
Automatic Climate Control..........................143Automatic Fan Settings......................................145
Automatic High Beam Control.....................91Automatic High Beam Indicator........................92Switching the System On and Off....................92
Automatic Transmission..............................194Brake-Shift Interlock Override.........................197If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud orSnow..................................................................198Push Button Shift Transmission.......................194
Automatic Transmission FluidCheck...........................................................309Autowipers.......................................................85Autowipers Settings.............................................86Low Temperature Wipe Inhibit..........................86
Auxiliary Power Points.................................165110 Volt AC Power Point....................................16512 Volt DC Power Point......................................165Locations...............................................................165
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