System Lights, Messages and AudibleAlerts
When the system detects a vehicle, anindicator illuminates in the exterior mirror onthe side the approaching vehicle is comingfrom. A tone sounds and a message appearsin the information display.
Note:In exceptional conditions, the systemcould alert you even when there is nothingin the detection zone, for example a vehiclepassing in the distance.
Blocked Sensors
The sensors are behind the rear bumper onboth sides of your vehicle.
Note:Keep the sensors free from snow, iceand large accumulations of dirt.
Note:Do not cover the sensors with bumperstickers, repair compound or other objects.
Note:Blocked sensors could affect systemperformance.
If the sensors are blocked, a message mayappear in the information display when youshift into reverse (R). See InformationMessages (page 116).
System Limitations
The system may not correctly operate whenany of the following occur:
•The sensors are blocked.
•Adjacently parked vehicles or objects areobstructing the sensors.
•Vehicles approach at speeds greaterthan 37 mph (60 km/h).
•The vehicle speed is greater than 7 mph(12 km/h).
•You reverse out of an angled parkingspace.
System Errors
If the system detects a fault a messagedisplays. See Information Messages (page116).
Switching the System Off and On
You can temporarily switch the system offusing the information display. SeeInformation Messages (page 116). When youswitch system off, a message displays. SeeInformation Messages (page 116).
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Navigation......................................................447cityseeker.............................................................456Destination Mode...............................................448Map Mode.............................................................447Navigation Map Updates..................................457Navigation Menu................................................453SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link......................457SYNC AppLink....................................................456Waypoints.............................................................455
Normal Scheduled Maintenance.............508Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™.............................508Maintenance Intervals........................................510
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Oil Change Indicator Reset........................303Oil CheckSee: Engine Oil Check......................................302
Opening and Closing the Hood...............297Closing the Hood...............................................298Opening the Hood.............................................297
Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature......................................................275Obtaining a French Owner’s Manual............275
Overhead Console.......................................160
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Parking Aids...................................................201Principle of Operation........................................201
Passive Anti-Theft System............................77SecuriLock...............................................................77
PATSSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.........................77
Perchlorate........................................................12Personal Safety System™..............................46How Does the Personal Safety SystemWork?...................................................................46
Phone..............................................................439During a Phone Call...........................................444Making Calls.........................................................443Pairing Your Cell Phone for the FirstTime...................................................................439Phone Menu........................................................440Receiving Calls....................................................444Smartphone Connectivity.................................446Text Messaging...................................................445
Post-Crash Alert System............................266Power Decklid...................................................71Obstacle Detection...............................................72Opening and Closing the Power Decklid.......72Resetting the Power Decklid..............................73
Power Door LocksSee: Locking and Unlocking..............................67
Power Seats....................................................143Adjusting the Four-Way LumbarSupport..............................................................145Adjusting the Lumbar Support.........................145Adjusting the Multi-Contour Front Seats WithActive Motion ..................................................145
Power Windows..............................................95Accessory Delay...................................................96Bounce-Back..........................................................95One-Touch Down..................................................95One-Touch Up.......................................................95Window Lock.........................................................96
Pre-Collision Assist.......................................241Adjusting the Pre-Collision AssistSettings.............................................................243Blocked Sensors.................................................244Distance Indication and Alert..........................242Using the Pre-Collision Assist System..........242
Protecting the Environment..........................16PunctureSee: Changing a Road Wheel.........................356
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Rear Parking Aid............................................201Obstacle Distance Indicator............................202
Rear Seat Armrest..........................................151Armrest Pass-Through.......................................152
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