Setting the Rear Temperature
Turn the control to set the temperature inthe rear passenger compartment.
Switching Rear Auto Mode On and Off
Press and release the button toswitch on rear automatic operation,then set the temperature.
Switching the Rear Climate ControlledSeats On and Off (If Equipped)
Press and release the button tocycle through the various climatecontrolled seat settings and off.
See Climate Controlled Seats (page 147).
Switching the Rear Heated Seats Onand Off (If Equipped)
Press and release the button tocycle through the various heatsettings and off.
See Heated Seats (page 146).
HEATED REAR WINDOW
Press the button to clear the rearwindow of thin ice and fog. Theheated rear window turns off aftera short period of time.
Note:Make sure the engine is on beforeoperating the heated windows.
Note: Do not use razor blades or othersharp objects to clean or remove decals fromthe inside of the heated rear window. Thevehicle Warranty may not cover damagecaused to the heated rear window grid lines.
HEATED EXTERIOR MIRRORS
When you switch the heated rear windowon, the heated exterior mirrors turn on.
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.
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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 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. SeeScheduled Maintenance (page 479).
For additional cabin air filter information, orto replace the filter, see an authorized dealer.
REMOTE START
You can switch this feature on or off andadjust the settings using the informationdisplay.
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.
You need to switch on certainvehicle-dependent features, such as:
•Heated seats.
•Cooled seats.
•Heated steering wheel.
•Heated mirrors.
•Heated rear window.
Automatic Settings
In hot weather, the system sets to 72°F(22°C). The cooled seats are set to high (ifavailable, and AUTO is on in the informationdisplay).
In moderate weather, the system either heatsor cools (based on previous settings). Therear defroster, heated mirrors and heated orcooled seats do not turn on.
In cold weather, the system sets to 72°F(22°C). The heated seats are set to high (ifavailable, and AUTO is on in the informationdisplay). The heated rear window and heatedmirrors turn on.
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Climate Control
Press the heated seat symbol to cyclethrough the various heat settings and off.More indicator lights indicate warmersettings.
Second-Row Heated Seats (If Equipped)
WARNING: Persons who are unableto feel pain to the skin because ofadvanced age, chronic illness, diabetes,spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use,exhaustion, or other physical conditions,must exercise care when using the seatheater. The seat heater may cause burnseven at low temperatures, especially ifused for long periods of time. Do not placeanything on the seat that insulates againstheat, such as a blanket or cushion,because this may cause the seat heater tooverheat. Do not puncture the seat withpins, needles, or other pointed objectsbecause this may damage the heatingelement which may cause the seat heaterto overheat. An overheated seat maycause serious personal injury.
Do not do the following:
•Place heavy objects on the seat.
•Operate the seat heater if water or anyother liquid spills on the seat. Allow theseat to dry thoroughly.
Note:You must switch the ignition on to usethis feature.
Press the heated seat symbol to cyclethrough the various heat settings and off.More indicator lights indicate warmersettings.
CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEATS (If
Equipped)
Heated Seats
WARNING: People who are unableto feel pain to their skin because ofadvanced age, chronic illness, diabetes,spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use,exhaustion or other physical conditions,must use caution when using the heatedseat. The heated seat may cause burnseven at low temperatures, especially ifused for long periods of time. Do not placeanything on the seat that may block theheat, such as a blanket or cushion. Thiscan cause the heated seat to overheat. Donot puncture the seat with pins, needlesor other pointed objects. This damages theheating element and can cause the heatedseat to overheat. An overheated seat maycause serious personal injury.
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Do not do the following:
•Place heavy objects on the seat.
•Operate the heated seat if water or anyother liquid spills on the seat. Allow theseat to dry thoroughly.
Note:You must switch the ignition on to usethis feature.
Press the heated seat symbol to cyclethrough the various heat settings and off.More indicator lights indicate warmersettings.
Cooled Seats
Note:You must switch the ignition on to usethis feature.
Press the cooled seat symbol to cyclethrough the various cool settings and off.More indicator lights indicate cooler settings.
If the engine falls below 350 RPM while thecooled seats are on, the feature will turn itselfoff. You will need to reactivate it.
Second-Row Climate Controlled Seats (IfEquipped)
The controls for the second-row climatecontrolled seats are on the rear of the floorconsole. They function the same as thefront-row climate controlled seats.
Climate Controlled Seat Air FilterReplacement
Your vehicle has lifetime air filters that areintegrated with the seats. Regularmaintenance or replacement is not required.
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CENTER CONSOLE
Stow items in the cup holder carefully asitems may become loose during hardbraking, acceleration or crashes, includinghot drinks which may spill.
Available console features include:
Lane keeping system and activepark assist.A
Cup holder.B
Center storage compartment withauxiliary power point and USBports.
C
Auxiliary power point.D
Rear storage compartment.E
Auxiliary power point or cigarlighter.F
Rear climate controls.G
Second Row Center Console (If Equipped)
Cup holder, auxiliary power point,and AC power point.A
Armrest.B
Utility compartment andrefrigerator unit.C
Console Refrigerator and Freezer (If
Equipped)
This feature operates when the vehicle is onor in accessory mode. Limit the time of usewhen the vehicle is in accessory mode toavoid the battery running out of charge. Youshould only use this feature when the vehicleis running.
Flip the console lid forward, then lift off thecover to open the cooling compartment.Make sure to replace the cover after usingit. This helps maintain a more consistentcooling temperature.
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Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
WARNING: If you smell exhaustfumes inside your vehicle, have yourvehicle checked by your authorized dealerimmediately. Do not drive your vehicle ifyou smell exhaust fumes. Carbonmonoxide is present in exhaust fumes.Take precautions to avoid its dangerouseffects.
Important Ventilating Information
If you stop your vehicle and then leave theengine idling for long periods, werecommend that you do one of the following:
•Open the windows at least 1 in (3 cm).
•Set your climate control to outside air.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (If Equipped)
WARNING: Failure to follow engineblock heater instructions could result inproperty damage or serious personalinjury.
WARNING: Do not use your heaterwith ungrounded electrical systems ortwo-pronged adapters. There is a risk ofelectrical shock.
WARNING: Do not fully close thehood, or allow it to drop under its ownweight when using the engine blockheater. This could damage the power cableand may cause an electrical short resultingin fire, injury and property damage.
Note:The heater is most effective whenoutdoor temperatures are below 0°F (-18°C).
The heater acts as a starting aid by warmingthe engine coolant. This allows the climatecontrol system to respond quickly. Theequipment includes a heater element(installed in the engine block) and a wireharness. You can connect the system to agrounded 120-volt AC electrical source.
We recommend that you do the following fora safe and correct operation:
•Use a 16-gauge outdoor extension cordthat is product certified by Underwriter’sLaboratory (UL) or Canadian StandardsAssociation (CSA). This extension cordmust be suitable for use outdoors, in coldtemperatures, and be clearly markedSuitable for Use with OutdoorAppliances. Do not use an indoorextension cord outdoors. This couldresult in an electric shock or become afire hazard.
•Use as short an extension cord aspossible.
•Do not use multiple extension cords.
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Starting and Stopping the Engine
Recreational Towing
Note: Put your climate control system inrecirculated air mode to prevent exhaustfumes from entering the vehicle. SeeClimate Control (page 125).
Follow these guidelines if you have a needfor recreational (RV) towing. An example ofrecreational towing would be towing yourvehicle behind a motorhome. We designedthese guidelines to prevent damage to yourtransmission.
You can tow your 3.5L or 3.7L equippedvehicle with all four wheels on the ground.
If you tow your vehicle with all four wheelson the ground:
•Tow only in the forward direction.
•Release the parking brake.
•Do not exceed 65 mph (105 km/h).
•Start the engine and allow it to run forfive minutes at the beginning of each dayand every six hours thereafter. With theengine running and your foot on thebrake, shift into drive (D) and then intoreverse (R) before shifting back intoneutral (N).
1. Start the vehicle by pressing the brakepedal, and then pressing the keyless startbutton until the vehicle starts.
2. Press the brake pedal and shift thetransmission into neutral (N).
3. Switch your vehicle off by pressing thekeyless start button once.
4. Disconnect the negative (black) cablefrom the battery. You need the door keyto lock and unlock doors when thebattery cable is disconnected. SeeChanging the 12V Battery (page 295).
Note:The anti-theft system does not workuntil you reconnect the battery cable.
Start the engine within 15 minutes ofreconnecting the battery cable.
Front-wheel Drive Vehicles
Alternatively, you can tow your front-wheeldrive vehicle with the front wheels off theground by using a tow dolly, or with all fourwheels off the ground using a vehicletransport trailer. If you are using a tow dolly,follow the instructions specified by theequipment provider.
All-wheel Drive Vehicles
Alternatively, you can tow your all-wheeldrive vehicle with all four wheels off theground using a vehicle transport trailer. Donot tow your all-wheel drive vehicle with thefront wheels off the ground (by using a towdolly) and the rear wheels on the ground.This causes damage to your all-wheel drivesystem. If you are using a vehicle transporttrailer, follow the instruction specified by theequipment provider.
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Protected ComponentsFuse RatingFuse or Relay Number
Not used.-25
Rear window defroster.40A126Heated mirrors.
Cargo power point.20A127
Front climate controlled seats.30A128
Rear climate controlled seats.30A129
Rear heated seats.20A130
Electric fan relay 3.25A131
Auxiliary blower motor relay.Relay32
Cooling fan #1 relay.Relay33
Front blower motor relay.Relay34
Cooling fan (series) relay.Relay35
Not used.-36
Trailer tow right-hand stop/turn lamps relay.Relay37
Trailer tow reverse lamps relay.Relay38
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