When installing a child safety seat withcombination lap and shoulder belts:
•Use the correct seatbelt buckle for thatseating position.
•Insert the belt tongue into the properbuckle until you hear a snap and feel itlatch. Make sure the tongue is securelyfastened in the buckle.
•Keep the buckle release button pointingup and away from the safety seat, withthe tongue between the child restraintand the release button, to preventaccidental unbuckling.
•Place the vehicle seat upon which thechild restraint will be installed in theupright position.
•For second-row seating positions, adjustthe recliner slightly to improve childrestraint fit. If needed, remove the headrestraints.
•For third-row seating positions, stow thehead restraints to improve child restraintfit. See Head Restraints (page 131).
•Put the seatbelt in the automatic lockingmode. See Step 5. This vehicle does notrequire the use of a locking clip.
Perform the following steps when installingthe child restraint with combination lap andshoulder belts:
Note:Although the child restraint illustratedis a forward facing child restraint, the stepsare the same for installing a rear facing childrestraint.
Note:The lock-off device on some childrestraints may not accommodate theshoulder portion of the inflatable seatbelt.Follow all instructions provided by themanufacturer of the child restraint regardingthe necessary and proper use of the lock-offdevice. In some instances these deviceshave been provided only for use in vehicleswith seatbelt systems that would otherwiserequire a locking clip.
Standard seatbelts
1. Position the child safety seat in a seatwith a combination lap and shoulder belt.
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Placement of the tether strap
•Second row outboard seat positions:Route the child safety seat tether strapover the seatback, under the headrestraint and between the head restraintposts. If needed, remove the headrestraint to improve the fit of the childsafety seat or tether strap.
•Second row center seat positions: Routethe child safety seat tether strap over thetop of the head restraint. If needed,remove the head restraint to improve thefit of the child safety seat or tether strap.See Head Restraints (page 131).
•Third row seat position: Route the childsafety seat tether strap over theseatback, under the head restraint andbetween the head restraint posts. Ifneeded, fold the head restraint down toimprove the fit of the child safety seat ortether strap. See Head Restraints (page131).
1. Route the tether strap.
2. Locate the correct anchor for theselected seating position.
3. Clip the tether strap to the anchor asshown. The tether hook may be twisted½ turn to improve installation. If thetether strap is clipped incorrectly, thechild safety seat may not be retainedproperly in the event of a crash.
4.Tighten the child safety seat tether strapaccording to the manufacturer'sinstructions.
If the safety seat is not anchored properly,the risk of a child being injured in a crashgreatly increases.
If your child restraint system has a tetherstrap, and the child restraint manufacturerrecommends its use, we also recommend itsuse.
Second row bucket (40/40)
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SITTING IN THE CORRECT
POSITION
WARNING: Sitting improperly, out ofposition or with the seatback reclined toofar can take weight off the seat cushionand affect the decision of the passengersensing system, resulting in serious injuryor death in the event of a crash. Always situpright against your seat back, with yourfeet on the floor.
WARNING: Do not recline theseatback too far as this can cause theoccupant to slide under the seatbelt,resulting in serious injury in the event of acollision.
WARNING: Do not place objectshigher than the top of the seat backrest.Failure to follow this instruction could resultin personal injury or death in the event ofa sudden stop or crash.
When you use them properly, the seat, headrestraint, seatbelt 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 seat backrest so thatyour torso is more than 30° from theupright position.
•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 seatbeltover 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.
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HEAD RESTRAINTS
WARNING: Fully adjust the headrestraint before you sit in or operate yourvehicle. This will help minimize the risk ofneck injury in the event of a crash. Do notadjust the head restraint when your vehicleis moving.
WARNING: The head restraint is asafety device. Whenever possible it shouldbe installed and properly adjusted whenthe seat is occupied. Failure to adjust thehead restraint properly could reduce itseffectiveness during certain impacts.
Note:Adjust the seat backrest 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 Restraints
Second Row Center Seat Head Restraint(If Equipped)
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 it reachesits highest position.
2. Press and hold buttons C and D.
3. Pull the head restraint up.
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Installing the Head Restraint
1. Align the steel stems into the guidesleeves.
2. Press and hold buttons C and D.
3. Push the head restraint down until itlocks.
Second Row Outermost Seat HeadRestraints
The head restraints consist of:
An energy absorbing headrestraint.A
Two steel stems.B
Guide sleeve unlock and removebuttons.C
The outermost head restraints arenon-adjustable, but they can be removed.
Removing the Head Restraint
1.Pull the head restraint up until it reachesits highest position.
2. Press and hold the C buttons.
3. Pull the head restraint up.
Installing the Head Restraint
1. Align the steel stems into the guidesleeves.
2. Press and hold the C buttons.
3. Push the head restraint down until itlocks.
Third Row Head Restraints (If Equipped)
The head restraints consist of:
An energy absorbing headrestraint.A
Two steel stems.B
Fold strap.C
Folding the Head Restraint
Pull the fold strap (C). Pull the head restraintback up to reset.
Note:Press the stow or fold button on thepower folding seats to fold the headrestraint.
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Fog Lamps - FrontSee: Front Fog Lamps..........................................91
Foot PedalsSee: Adjusting the Pedals...................................83
Front Fog Lamps..............................................91Front Passenger Sensing System..............52Fuel and Refueling........................................164Fuel Consumption.........................................170Advertised Capacity...........................................170Fuel Economy.......................................................170
Fuel Filler Funnel Location.........................165Fuel Quality.....................................................165Choosing the Right Fuel....................................165
Fuel Shutoff...................................................249Fuses...............................................................262Fuse Specification Chart............................262Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel............271Power Distribution Box.....................................262
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Garage Door OpenerSee: Universal Garage Door Opener.............149
Gauges............................................................100GearboxSee: Transmission................................................175
General Information on RadioFrequencies..................................................59Intelligent Access.................................................59
General Maintenance Information...........479Multi-Point Inspection........................................482Owner Checks and Services...........................480Protecting Your Investment..............................479Why Maintain Your Vehicle?.............................479Why Maintain Your Vehicle at YourDealership?......................................................479
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada.........................................................258Getting the Services You Need................254Away From Home..............................................254
Global Opening and Closing.......................95Closing the Windows...........................................95Opening the Windows.........................................95
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HandbrakeSee: Parking Brake.............................................188
Hazard Flashers............................................249Headlamp AdjustingSee: Adjusting the Headlamps.......................298
Headlamp Exit Delay.....................................88Headlamp RemovalSee: Removing a Headlamp............................300
HeadrestSee: Head Restraints...........................................131
Head Restraints..............................................131Adjusting the Head Restraint............................131Tilting Head Restraints ......................................133
Heated Exterior Mirrors...............................128Heated Rear Window...................................128Heated Seats..................................................146Front Seats............................................................146Second-Row Heated Seats...............................147
Heated Steering Wheel................................82HeatingSee: Climate Control..........................................125
Hints on Controlling the InteriorClimate..........................................................126Defogging the Side Windows in ColdWeather.............................................................127General Hints.......................................................126Quickly Cooling the Interior.............................126Quickly Heating the Interior.............................126Recommended Settings for Cooling..............127Recommended Settings for Heating..............126
Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes...........................................................188Home Screen................................................384Hood LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood............282
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