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Controlling The Rear Climate Controls From
The Front MTC Display/Touchscreen
The Three-Zone Manual Temperature Control
(MTC) system allows for adjustment of the rear
climate controls from the front MTC display/
touchscreen.
Uconnect 4 Front MTC Panel Rear Control Display Uconnect 4C/4C NAV Front MTC Panel Rear Control
Display
To change the rear system settings:
Press the "Rear Climate" button on the touch
-
screen to change control to rear control
mode; rear display appears. Control func -
tions now operate rear system.
To return to the Front screen on the Uconnect
system, press the "Front Climate" button on
the touchscreen.2
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Icon Description
Rear Lock Button
Press and release to lock out the rear manual temperature controls from adjusting the rear temperature and blower
settings.
Front Climate Button
Press and release this button to change the display on the Uconnect system back to the Front Climate Controls.
Rear Passenger Temperature Up and Down Buttons
Provides the rear passengers with independent temperature control. Push the up arrow button on the touchscreen to
increase the temperature. Push the down arrow button on the touchscreen to decrease the temperature. When the SYNC
feature is active, the passenger’s temperature moves up and down with the driver’s temperature.
SYNC Button
Press the SYNC button on the touchscreen to toggle the SYNC feature on/off. The SYNC indicator is illuminated when this
feature is enabled. SYNC is used to synchronize the front and rear passenger temperature settings with the driver
temperature setting. Changing the front or rear passenger temperature setting while in SYNC exits this feature.
NOTE:
The SYNC setting is only available on the touchscreen.
Blower Control
Blower Control is used to regulate the amount of air forced through the climate system. There are seven blower speeds
available. Adjusting the blower causes automatic mode to switch to manual operation. The speeds can be selected using
the buttons on the touchscreen.
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Controlling The Rear Climate Controls From
The Front ATC Panel—If Equipped
The Three-Zone Automatic Temperature Control
(ATC) system allows for adjustment of the rear
climate controls from the front ATC panel.
To change the rear system settings:
Press the "Rear Climate" button on the touch -
screen to change control to rear control
mode, the rear display appears. Control func -
tions now operate rear system.
To return to the Front screen on the Uconnect
system, press the "Front Climate" or “Done”
button on the touchscreen.
Uconnect 4 Front ATC Panel Rear Control Display Uconnect 4C/4C NAV Front ATC Panel Rear Control
Display
Mix Mode
Mix Mode
Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side window demister outlets. This setting works best in cold or snowy
conditions that require extra heat to the windshield. This setting is good for maintaining comfort while reducing moisture on
the windshield.
Climate Control OFF Button
Press and release this button to turn the Climate Control ON/OFF.
Icon Description
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Icon Description
Rear Auto Button
Automatically controls the rear interior cabin temperature by adjusting airflow distribution and amount. Performing this
function causes the system to switch between manual mode and automatic modes. Refer to “Automatic Operation” within
this section for more information.
Rear Lock Button
Press and release to lock out the rear manual temperature controls from adjusting the rear temperature and blower
settings.
Front Climate Button
Press and release this button to change the display on the Uconnect system back to the Front Climate Controls.
Rear Passenger Temperature Up And Down Buttons
Provides the front occupants with the ability to control the rear temperature. Push the up arrow button on the touchscreen
to increase the temperature. Push the down arrow button on the touchscreen to decrease the temperature. When the
SYNC feature is active, the passenger’s temperature will move up and down with the driver’s temperature.
SYNC Button
Press the SYNC button on the touchscreen to toggle the SYNC feature on/off. The SYNC indicator is illuminated when this
feature is enabled. SYNC is used to synchronize the front and rear passenger temperature settings with the driver
temperature setting. Changing the front or rear passenger temperature/mode/blower settings while in SYNC will
automatically exit this feature.
NOTE:
The SYNC setting is only available on the touchscreen.
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NOTE:
It is not necessary to move the temperature
settings for cold or hot vehicles. The system
automatically adjusts the temperature,
mode, and blower speed to provide comfort
as quickly as possible.
The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or
Metric units by selecting the U.S./Metric
customer-programmable feature. Refer to
the “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for
further information.
To provide you with maximum comfort in the
Automatic mode during cold start-ups, the
blower fan will remain on low until the engine
warms up. The blower will increase in speed
and transition into Auto mode.
Manual Operation Override
This system offers a full complement of manual
override features. The AUTO symbol in the front
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) display
will be turned off when the system is being used
in the manual mode.
Operating Tips
NOTE:
Refer to the chart at the end of this section for
suggested control settings for various weather
conditions.
Summer Operation
The engine cooling system must be protected
with a high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide
proper corrosion protection and to protect
against engine overheating. OAT coolant
(conforming to MS.90032) is recommended.
Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical
Specifications” for proper coolant selection.
Winter Operation
To ensure the best possible heater and
defroster performance, make sure the engine
cooling system is functioning properly and the
proper amount, type, and concentration of
coolant is used. Refer to “Fluids And
Lubricants” in “Technical Specifications” for
proper coolant selection. Use of the air
Recirculation mode during Winter months is not
recommended, because it may cause window
fogging.
Vacation/Storage
Before you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more,
run the air conditioning system at idle for about
five minutes, in fresh air with the blower setting
on high. This will ensure adequate system
lubrication to minimize the possibility of
compressor damage when the system is started
again.
Window Fogging
Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in
mild, rainy, and/or humid weather. To clear the
windows, select Defrost or Mix mode and
increase the front blower speed. Do not use the
Recirculation mode without A/C (air
conditioning) for long periods, as fogging may
occur.
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NOTE:
If the sunroof is open, the shade will close to the
half-open position. Pushing the shade close
button again will automatically close both the
sunroof and shade completely.
Closing Power Shade — Manual Mode
To close the shade, push and hold the
sunshade close switch. Any release of the
switch will stop the movement and the shade
will remain in a partially closed condition until
the switch is pushed again.
Pinch Protect Feature
This feature will detect an obstruction in the
closing of the sunroof during the Express Close
operation. If an obstruction in the path of the
sunroof is detected, the sunroof will
automatically retract. Remove the obstruction if
this occurs. NOTE:
If three consecutive sunroof close attempts
result in Pinch Protect reversals, Pinch Protect
will disable and the sunroof must be closed in
Manual Mode.
Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth
to clean the glass panel. Periodically check for
and clear out any debris that may have
collected in the tracks.
Ignition Off Operation
The power sunroof switch will remain active for
up to approximately 10 minutes after the
ignition switch is placed in the OFF position.
Opening either front door will cancel this
feature.
NOTE:
Ignition off time is programmable through the
Uconnect System. Refer to “Uconnect Settings”
in “Multimedia” for further information.
HOOD
Opening
If applicable, refer to the “Hybrid Supplement”
for additional information.
The hood release lever (to open the primary
latch) and safety latch (to open the secondary
latch) must be released to open the hood.
1. Pull the hood release lever located under
the driver’s side of the instrument panel.
Hood Release Lever
2. Move to the outside of the front of the vehicle.
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LIFTGATE
Opening
To Unlock/Enter The Liftgate
The liftgate may be released in several ways:
Overhead console liftgate button
Key fob
Outside handle
Push the liftgate button on the key fob twice
within five seconds to release the liftgate.
The key fob and the overhead console button
will release the liftgate when the liftgate is
locked. The outside handle requires the liftgate
to be unlocked. If the vehicle is equipped with
Passive Entry, pulling the outside handle will
unlock and release the liftgate, with a valid
Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the
liftgate.
Unlock Liftgate Using Passive Entry
NOTE:
If “1st Press of key fob Unlocks All Doors” is
programmed in Uconnect Settings, all doors will
unlock with a Passive Entry handle activation. If
“1st Press of key fob Unlocks Driver Door” is
programmed in Uconnect Settings, the liftgate
will only unlock with handle activation. Refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further
information.
Closing
To Close The Liftgate
Grasp the liftgate closing handle and initiate
lowering the liftgate. Release the handle when
the liftgate takes over the closing effort.
To Lock The Vehicle
With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft
(1.5 m) of the liftgate, pushing the Passive Entry
lock button located to the right of the outside
handle will lock the vehicle.
WARNING!
Driving with the liftgate open can allow
poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle.
You and your passengers could be injured
by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed
when you are operating the vehicle.
If you are required to drive with the liftgate
open, make sure that all windows are
closed, and the climate control blower
switch is set at high speed. Do not use the
recirculation mode.
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Power Liftgate — If Equipped
The power liftgate may be opened or closed in
several ways:
Overhead console liftgate button
Key fob
Outside handle (opens liftgate only)
Button just inside the liftgate on the upper
left trim (when liftgate is open)
Hands-Free Liftgate (if equipped) — opens lift -
gate only
Using the above ways:
When the liftgate is fully closed, the liftgate
will open
When the liftgate is fully open, the liftgate will
close
When the liftgate is moving, the liftgate will
reverse Push the Power Liftgate button on the overhead
console to open or close the liftgate.
Push the liftgate button on the key fob twice
within five seconds to open or close the liftgate.
Overhead Console Power Switches
The key fob and the overhead console button
will operate the liftgate when the liftgate is
locked. The outside handle requires the liftgate
to be unlocked. If the vehicle is equipped with
Passive Entry, depressing the touch pad on the outside handle or Hands-Free Liftgate foot
activation (if equipped) will unlock and open the
liftgate, with a valid Passive Entry key fob within
5 ft (1.5 m) of the liftgate handle.
NOTE:
To open the liftgate, the Hands-Free Liftgate
foot activation (if equipped) requires a valid
Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of
the door handle.
If “1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks All Doors” is
programmed in Uconnect Settings, all doors
will unlock with a Passive Entry hands-free
activation. If “1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks
Driver Door” is programmed in Uconnect
Settings, the liftgate will only unlock with
hands-free activation.
Tones are sounded and the turn signals are
flashed with liftgate movements. These
alerts can be turned on or off in Uconnect
Settings.
Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia”
for further information.
1 — Liftgate
2 — Right Sliding Door
3 — Sliding Door Power Off
4 — Left Sliding Door
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