Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children
Use any attachment method as indicated below by X
Combined weight ofchild and child seatRestraint TypeSafety belt onlySafety belt andLATCH (loweranchors and toptether anchor)
Safety belt and toptether anchorLATCH (loweranchors only)LATCH (loweranchors and toptether anchor)
XXUp to 65 lb(29.5 kg)Rear facing childseat
XOver 65 lb(29.5 kg)Rear facing childseat
XXXUp to 65 lb(29.5 kg)Forward facingchild seat
XXOver 65 lb(29.5 kg)Forward facingchild seat
Note:The child seat must rest tightly againstthe vehicle seat upon which it is installed. Itmay be necessary to lift or remove the headrestraint. See Seats (page 143).
CHILD SAFETY LOCKS
When these locks are set, the rear doorscannot be opened from the inside.
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Child Safety
SITTING IN THE CORRECT
POSITION
WARNINGS
Sitting improperly, out of position orwith the seatback reclined too far cantake weight off the seat cushion and affectthe decision of the passenger sensingsystem, resulting in serious injury or deathin the event of a crash. Always sit uprightagainst your seat back, with your feet on thefloor.
Do not recline the seatback as this cancause the occupant to slide under thesafety belt, resulting in serious injury in theevent of a crash.
Do not place objects higher than theseatback to reduce the risk of seriousinjury in the event of a crash or during heavybraking.
When you use them properly, the seat, headrestraint, safety belt and airbags will provideoptimum protection in the event of a crash.
We recommend that you follow theseguidelines:
•Sit in an upright position with the base ofyour spine as far back as possible.
•Do not recline the seatback more than30 degrees.
•Adjust the head restraint so that the topof it is level with the top of your head andas far forward as possible. Make sure thatyou remain comfortable.
•Keep sufficient distance betweenyourself and the steering wheel. Werecommend a minimum of 10 in (25 cm)between your breastbone and the airbagcover.
•Hold the steering wheel with your armsslightly bent.
•Bend your legs slightly so that you canpress the pedals fully.
•Position the shoulder strap of the safetybelt over the center of your shoulder andposition the lap strap tightly across yourhips.
Make sure that your driving position iscomfortable and that you can maintain fullcontrol of your vehicle.
HEAD RESTRAINTS
WARNINGS
Fully adjust the head restraint beforeyou sit in or operate your vehicle. Thiswill help minimize the risk of neck injury inthe event of a crash. Do not adjust the headrestraint when your vehicle is moving.
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WARNINGS
The adjustable head restraint is asafety device. Whenever possible, itshould be installed and properly adjustedwhen the seat is occupied. Failure to adjustthe head restraint properly could reduce itseffectiveness during certain impacts.
Install the head restraint properly tohelp minimize the risk of neck injury inthe event of a crash.
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 head restraint
Rear seat outboard head restraints
Rear center head restraint
The head restraints consist of:
an energy absorbing head restraintA
two steel stemsB
guide sleeve adjust and unlockbuttonC
guide sleeve unlock and removebuttonD
Adjusting the Head Restraint
Raising the Head Restraint
Pull the head restraint up.
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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 it reachesits highest position.
2. Press and hold buttons C and D.
3. Pull the head restraint up.
Installing the Head Restraint
Align the steel stems into the guide sleevesand push the head restraint down until itlocks.
Tilting Head Restraints
The front head restraints have a tiltingfeature for extra comfort. To tilt the headrestraint, do the following:
1.Adjust the seatback to an upright drivingor riding position.
2. Pivot the head restraint forward towardyour head to the desired position.
After the head restraint reaches theforward-most tilt position, pivoting it forwardagain will then release it to the rearward,untilted position.
POWER SEATS
WARNINGS
Do not adjust the front seat or seatbackwhile your vehicle is moving. This mayresult in sudden seat movement, causing theloss of control of your vehicle.
Do not place cargo or any objectsbehind the seatback before returningit to the original position.
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Fuel Filter.........................................................3192.0L Engines and 3.0L Engines withFWD....................................................................3193.0L Engines with AWD.....................................319
Fuel Quality.....................................................168Choosing the Right Fuel....................................168
Fuel Shutoff....................................................267Fuses...............................................................282Fuse Specification Chart............................282Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel...........294Power Distribution Box.....................................282
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Garage Door OpenerSee: Universal Garage Door Opener.............155
Gauges.............................................................104Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge.............106Fuel Gauge...........................................................105Information Display.............................................105
GearboxSee: Transmission...............................................180
General Information on RadioFrequencies...................................................57Intelligent Access..................................................57
General Maintenance Information...........509Multi-Point Inspection.........................................512Owner Checks and Services............................510
Protecting Your Investment.............................509Why Maintain Your Vehicle?............................509Why Maintain Your Vehicle at YourDealership?.....................................................509
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada.........................................................278Getting the Services You Need................274Away From Home...............................................274
Global Opening and Closing.......................97Closing the Windows...........................................97Opening the Windows.........................................97
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Hazard Flashers............................................267Headlamp AdjustingSee: Adjusting the Headlamps.......................322
Headlamp Exit Delay.....................................90HeadrestSee: Head Restraints..........................................143
Head Restraints.............................................143Adjusting the Head Restraint...........................144Tilting Head Restraints ......................................145
Heated Seats...................................................151Front Seats.............................................................151Rear Seats.............................................................152
Heated Windows and Mirrors....................140Heated Exterior Mirrors.....................................140
Heated Rear Window.........................................140Windshield Wiper De-icer..................................141
HeatingSee: Climate Control...........................................137
Hints on Controlling the InteriorClimate..........................................................139Defogging the Side Windows in ColdWeather.............................................................140General Hints........................................................139Quickly Cooling the Interior..............................140Quickly Heating the Interior.............................140Recommended Settings for Cooling..............140Recommended Settings for Heating..............140
Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes...........................................................196Home Screen.................................................415Hood LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood............302
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In California (U.S. Only)...............................275Information Display Control.........................84Information Displays.......................................111General Information..............................................111
Information Messages...................................117Active Park.............................................................117Adaptive Cruise Control.....................................118
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