
Driver temperature: Touch up ordown to adjust the temperature.A
Heated steering wheel:B
Note: This feature only functionswhen you switch the engine on.
Touch this icon to switch theheated steering wheel on and off.It takes about 5 minutes to warmthe steering wheel to 74°F (23.3°C)in temperatures as low as -4°F(-20°C). The wheel maintains anapproximate temperature of 90°F(32.2°C) and operatesindependently from the heatedseats and other climate-controlfunctions. The heating element isin between the leather coveringand foam core to help providemaximum heat without adverselyaffecting the feel of the steeringwheel.
Note: For steering wheels withwood trim, the heating feature willnot heat the wheel between the 10and 2 o'clock positions.
Defrost: A pop up appears on thescreen to display the defrostoptions.
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MAX Defrost: Touch the button tomaximize defrosting. Air flowsthrough the windshield vents, thefan automatically adjusts to thehighest speed and the driver andpassenger temperatures are set toHI. You can use this setting todefog or clear a thin covering ofice from the windshield. Theheated rear window alsoautomatically turns on when youselect MAX Defrost.
Defrost: Distributes air through thewindshield defroster vents anddemister vents.
Heated rear window: Turns theheated rear window on and off.See Heated Rear Window (page139).
AUTO: Touch the button to switchon automatic operation. Select thedesired temperature using thetemperature control. The systemadjusts fan speed, air distribution,air conditioning operation, andselects outside air or recirculatedair to heat or cool the vehicle inorder to maintain the desiredtemperature.
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Power: Touch the button to switchthe system on and off. Switchingoff the climate control systemprevents outside air from enteringthe vehicle.
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DUAL: This button lights up whenthe passenger temperaturecontrols are active. To switch thepassenger temperature controlsoff and link the passengertemperature to the drivertemperature, touch the DUALbutton.
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Note: the passenger sidetemperature and the DUALindication automatically turn onwhen you or your passenger adjustthe passenger temperature.
Passenger temperature: Touch upor down to adjust the temperature.G
Fan speed: Touch up or down toincrease or decrease the volumeof air that circulates in your vehicle.
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Note: You cannot adjust the fanspeed when the system is set toAUTO, MAX A/C or MAX Defrost.
A/C: A pop-up appears on thescreen to display the airconditioning options.
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MAX A/C: Touch the button toactivate and maximize cooling. Thedriver and passenger temperaturesare set to LO, recirculated air flowsthrough the instrument panelvents, air conditioningautomatically turns on and the fanautomatically adjusts to the highestspeed.
A/C: Touch to switch the airconditioning on or off. Use A/Cwith recirculated air to improvecooling performance andefficiency.
Note: In certain conditions (forexample, Max Defrost), the airconditioning compressor maycontinue to operate even whenyou switch the air conditioning A/Cbutton off.
Recirculated air: Touch to switchthe recirculated air on or off. Whenrecirculated air is on, it may reducethe amount of time needed to cooldown the interior (when used withA/C) and help reduce odors fromreaching the interior.
Note: Recirculated air may turn offautomatically (or the system mayprevent it from turning on) in allairflow modes except MAX A/C toreduce risk of fogging. It may alsoturn on and off automatically inPanel or Panel/Floor airflow modesduring hot weather in order toimprove cooling efficiency.
Manual airflow distributioncontrols: Select these controlsindividually, together, or withDefrost to direct the air flow to thearea you desire.
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Panel: Distributes air through theinstrument panel vents.
Floor: Distributes air through thedemister vents, floor vents and rearseat floor vents.
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Check Every Six Months
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-Point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,it is important to have the systems on yourvehicle checked regularly. This can helpidentify potential issues and prevent majorproblems. We recommend having thefollowing multi-point inspection performedat every scheduled maintenance interval tohelp make sure your vehicle keeps runninggreat.
Multi-Point Inspection
Hazard warning system operationAccessory drive belt(s)
Horn operationBattery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioning hosesEngine air filter
Suspension components for leaks or damageExhaust system
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A/CSee: Climate Control..........................................136
About This Manual............................................7ABSSee: Brakes...........................................................192
ABS driving hintsSee: Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes................................................................193
Accessories...................................................499Exterior Style.......................................................499Interior Style.........................................................499Lifestyle.................................................................499Peace of Mind.....................................................499
AccessoriesSee: Replacement Parts Recommendation.....13
ACCSee: Using Adaptive Cruise Control..............218
Active Park Assist........................................205Using Active Park Assist..................................206
Adaptive Headlamps......................................91System Check........................................................92
Adjusting the Headlamps............................316Horizontal Aim Adjustment...............................317Vertical Aim Adjustment....................................316
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - VehiclesWith: Manual Adjustable SteeringColumn...........................................................80Adjusting the Steering Wheel - VehiclesWith: Power Adjustable SteeringColumn...........................................................80End of Travel Position...........................................81Memory Feature.....................................................81
AFSSee: Adaptive Headlamps...................................91
Airbag Disposal...............................................56Air ConditioningSee: Climate Control..........................................136
Air FilterSee: Changing the Engine Air Filter...............317
AlarmSee: Anti-Theft Alarm...........................................78
All-Wheel Drive..............................................183Ambient Lighting.............................................94Adjusting the Brightness.....................................94Changing the Color..............................................94Switching Ambient Lighting Off........................94Switching Ambient Lighting On........................94
Anti-Theft Alarm..............................................78Arming the Alarm..................................................79Disarming the Alarm.............................................79
Appendices....................................................536
Apps.................................................................458.................................................................................458SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link.....................459
At a Glance........................................................17Audible Warnings and Indicators..............108Headlamps On Warning Chime.......................108Keyless Warning Alert........................................108Parking Brake On Warning Chime..................109
Audio Control..................................................82Seek, Next or Previous........................................82
Audio System................................................389General Information...........................................389
Audio Unit.......................................................391Adjusting the Volume.........................................391Changing Radio Stations...................................391Ejecting the CD....................................................391Inserting a CD.....................................................392Selecting the Audio Modes.............................392Switching the Audio Unit On and Off............392Using Seek, Fast Forward and Reverse.......392
Auto Hold........................................................194Using Auto Hold..................................................196
Autolamps.........................................................88Windshield Wiper Activated Headlamps........89
Automatic Climate Control..........................136Directing Air to the Footwell Air Vents..........136Directing Air to the Instrument Panel AirVents..................................................................136
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Setting the Blower Motor Speed.....................136Setting the Temperature....................................136Switching Auto Mode On and Off...................136Switching Defrost On and Off..........................136Switching Dual Zone Mode On and Off.........137Switching Maximum Air Conditioning On andOff........................................................................137Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off.......137Switching Recirculated Air On and Off..........137Switching the Air Conditioning On andOff.......................................................................136Switching the Climate Controlled Seats Onand Off...............................................................137Switching the Climate Control On andOff........................................................................137Switching the Heated Seats On and Off.......137Switching the Heated Steering Wheel On andOff........................................................................137
Automatic High Beam Control....................90Automatic High Beam Indicator.........................91Switching the System On and Off.....................91
Automatic Transmission...............................177Automatic Transmission AdaptiveLearning............................................................182Brake-Shift Interlock Override.........................180If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud orSnow..................................................................182Push Button Shift Transmission........................177
SelectShift Automatic™ Transmission.............179
Automatic Transmission FluidCheck...........................................................3086F35 Transmission.............................................3086F55 Transmission.............................................309
Autowipers.......................................................85Autowipers Settings.............................................85Low Temperature Wipe Inhibit..........................85
Auxiliary Power Points.................................158110 Volt AC Power Point.....................................15812 Volt DC Power Point......................................158Locations...............................................................158
AWDSee: All-Wheel Drive...........................................183
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BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery........................314
Blind Spot Information System.................234Switching the System Off and On..................236System Errors......................................................236Using the Blind Spot InformationSystem..............................................................235
BLISSee: Blind Spot Information System..............234
Body Styling Kits...........................................328
Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood............297
Booster Seats..................................................30Types of Booster Seats........................................31
Brake Fluid Check.........................................313Brakes..............................................................192General Information............................................192
Breaking-In....................................................259Bulb Specification Chart.............................386
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Cabin Air Filter...............................................139Capacities and Specifications - 2.0L.......373Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely ColdClimates............................................................378Specifications.......................................................374
Capacities and Specifications - 3.0L.......379Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely ColdClimates............................................................385Specifications.......................................................381
Capacities and Specifications...................366Car WashSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................320
Catalytic Converter.......................................174On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)........................175Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance(I/M) Testing......................................................176
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