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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 37
AUTOMATIC DIMMING MIRROR — IF
E
QUIPPED
A single ball joint mirror is provided in the
vehicle. It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed
position at the windshield. The mirror installs on
the windshield button with a counterclockwise
rotation and requires no tools for mounting.
The mirror head can be adjusted up, down, left,
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d right for various drivers. The mirror should
be adjusted to center on the view through the
rear window.
This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight
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are from vehicles behind you.
NOTE:
The Automatic Dimming Mirror feature is
disabled when the vehicle is in REVERSE to
improve rear view viewing.
The Automatic Dimming Mirror feature can
be turned on or off using the Uconnect
system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in
“Multimedia” for further information.
Automatic Dimming Mirror

AUTOMATIC DIMMING MIRROR WITH
R
EAR VIEW CAMERA DISPLAY — IF
E
QUIPPED
A single ball joint mirror is provided in the
vehicle. It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed
position at the windshield. The mirror installs on
the windshield button with a counterclockwise
rotation and requires no tools for mounting. The mirror head can be adjusted up, down, left,
a
n

d right for various drivers. The mirror should
be adjusted to center on the view through the
rear window.
This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight
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are from vehicles behind you.
When the vehicle is placed in REVERSE, a video
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splay illuminates to display the image
generated by the rear view camera located on
the liftgate handle. The auto dimming feature is
also disabled to improve rear view viewing.

Automatic Dimming Mirror With Rear View Camera

CAUTION!
To avoid damage to the mirror during
cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution
directly onto the mirror. Apply the solution
onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 39
Models Without Express Window Feature
Push the mirror select button marked L (left) or
R

(right). Then, push one of the four arrow
buttons to move the mirror in the direction the
arrow is pointing.
Models With Express Window Feature
Push and release the mirror select button
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rked L (left) or R (right). Then, push one of
the four arrow buttons to move the mirror in the
direction the arrow is pointing. The selection
times out after 30 seconds of inactivity in order
to guard against accidentally changing a mirror
position following an adjustment.
NOTE:
A light in the selected button will illuminate indi -
cating the mirror is activated and can be
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justed.
HEATED MIRRORS — IF EQUIPPED
These mirrors are heated to melt frost
or ice. This feature will be activated
wh

enever you turn on the rear window
defroster (if equipped).
Refer to “Climate Controls” in this chapter for
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rther information.
POWER FOLDING MIRRORS — IF
E
QUIPPED
The switch for the power folding mirrors is
located between the power mirror switches
L (left) and R (right). Push the switch once and
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e mirrors will fold in, pushing the switch a
second time will return the mirrors to the
normal driving position.

Power Folding Mirror Switch

NOTE:
If the vehicle speed is greater than 10 mph
( 1

6 km/h), the folding feature will be disabled. If the mirrors are in the folded position, and
v
e

hicle speed is equal or greater than 10 mph
( 1

6 km/h), they will automatically unfold.
Resetting The Power Folding Outside Mirrors
You may need to reset the power folding mirrors
if
the following occurs:
The mirrors are accidentally blocked while
folding.
The mirrors are accidentally manually
folded/unfolded.

The mirrors come out of the unfolded position.

The mirrors shake and vibrate at normal
driving speeds.
To reset the power folding mirrors, fold and
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fold them by pushing the button (this may
require multiple button pushes). This resets
them to their normal position.
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44 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
WIPERS AND WASHERS
The windshield wiper/washer control lever is
located on the left side of the steering column.

Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever

The front wipers are operated by rotating
a switch, located at the end of the lever.
For information on using the rear window wiper/
w a

sher, refer to “Rear Window Wiper/Washer”
in this section.
WINDSHIELD WIPER OPERATION
Rotate the end of the lever upward, to the
first detent past the intermittent settings for
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w-speed wiper operation. Rotate the end of
the lever upward to the second detent past the
intermittent settings for high-speed wiper
operation.

Front Wiper Control

NOTE:
The wipers will automatically return to the
“ p

ark” position if you place the ignition in
the OFF position while they are operating.
The wipers will resume operation when you
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ace the ignition in the ON position.
CAUTION!
Turn the windshield wipers off when driving
through an automatic car wash. Damage to
the windshield wipers may result if the
wiper control is left in any position other
than off.
In cold weather, always turn off the wiper
switch and allow the wipers to return to the
park position before turning off the engine.
If the wiper switch is left on and the wipers
freeze to the windshield, damage to the
wiper motor may occur when the vehicle is
restarted.
Always remove any buildup of snow that
prevents the windshield wiper blades from
returning to the off position. If the wind -
shield wiper control is turned off and the
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des cannot return to the off position,
damage to the wiper motor may occur.

46 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER
The rear window wiper/washer control is
located on the left side of the steering column.

Rear Wiper/Washer

Rotate the switch upward to the first
detent position for rear wiper
o p

eration.
Rotate the switch upward past the
first detent position to activate the
r e

ar washer. The washer pump will
continue to operate as long as the
switch is held. Upon release, the wiper will cycle
three times before returning to the set position.
Rear Wiper/Washer Control

If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is
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aced in the OFF position, the wiper will
automatically return to the “park” position.
When the vehicle is restarted, the wiper will
resume function at whichever position the
switch is set at.
CAUTION!
Turn the windshield wipers off when driving
through an automatic car wash. Damage to
the windshield wipers may result if the
wiper control is left in any position other
than off.
In cold weather, always turn off the wiper
switch and allow the wipers to return to the
park position before turning off the engine.
If the wiper switch is left on and the wipers
freeze to the windshield, damage to the
wiper motor may occur when the vehicle is
restarted.
Always remove any buildup of snow that
prevents the windshield wiper blades from
returning to the off position. If the wind -
shield wiper control is turned off and the
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des cannot return to the off position,
damage to the wiper motor may occur.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 51
Bi-Level Mode Bi-Level Mode
Air comes from the instrument panel outlets and floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and
si
de window demister outlets.
NOTE:
Bi-Level mode is designed under comfort conditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from the
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oor outlets.
Floor Mode Floor Mode
Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets.
Mix Mode Mix Mode
Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side window demister outlets. This setting works best in cold or snowy
co

nditions that require extra heat to the windshield. This setting is good for maintaining comfort while reducing moisture on
the windshield.
A/C Button
Press and release this button on the touchscreen, or push the button on the faceplate to change the current setting.
The A/C indicator illuminates when A/C is on.
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52 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
Recirculation Button
Press and release this button to change the system between recirculation mode and outside air mode. The Recirculation
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dicator and the A/C indicator illuminate when the Recirculation button is pressed. Recirculation can be used when
outside conditions such as smoke, odors, dust, or high humidity are present. Recirculation can be used in all modes except
Defrost. Recirculation may be unavailable (button on the touchscreen greyed out) if conditions exist that could create
fogging on the inside of the windshield. The A/C can be deselected manually without disturbing the mode control selection.
Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur. Extended use of
this mode is not recommended.
Front Defrost Button
Press and release the Front Defrost button on the touchscreen, or push and release the button on the faceplate, to change
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e current airflow setting to Defrost mode. The Front Defrost indicator illuminates when Front Defrost is on. Air comes from
the windshield and side window demist outlets. When the defrost button is selected, the blower level may increase. Use
Defrost mode with maximum temperature settings for best windshield and side window defrosting and defogging. When
toggling the front defrost mode button, the climate system will return to the previous setting.
Rear Defrost Button
Press and release the Rear Defrost button on the touchscreen, or push and release the button on the faceplate, to turn on
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e rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). The Rear Defrost indicator illuminates when the
rear window defroster is on. The rear window defroster automatically turns off after 15 minutes.
Climate Control OFF Button
Press and release the OFF button on the touchscreen, or push the OFF button on the faceplate to turn the Climate Control
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/OFF.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 55
Mode Control Rear Mode Control
Select Mode by pressing one of the Mode buttons on the touchscreen to change the airflow distribution mode. The airflow
di
stribution mode can be adjusted so air comes from the instrument panel outlets and floor outlets. The Mode settings are
as follows:
Panel Mode Panel Mode
Press this button on the touchscreen to change the air distribution mode to Panel Mode. In Panel Mode, air comes from the
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tlets in the instrument panel. Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow of air. The air vanes of
the center outlets and outboard outlets can be moved up and down or side to side to regulate airflow direction. There is a
shut off wheel located below the air vanes to shut off or adjust the amount of airflow from these outlets.
Bi-Level Mode Bi-Level Mode
Press this button on the touchscreen to change the air distribution mode to Bi-Level Mode. In Bi-Level Mode, air comes
f
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om the instrument panel outlets and floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window
demister outlets.
NOTE:
Bi-Level mode is designed under comfort conditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from the
fl
oor outlets.
Floor Mode Floor Mode
Press this button on the touchscreen to change the air distribution mode to Floor Mode. In Floor Mode, air comes from the
fl

oor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets.
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60 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
Automatic Climate Controls Descriptions
Icon Description
MAX A/C Button
Press and release the MAX A/C button on the touchscreen to change the current setting to the coldest output of air. The
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X A/C indicator illuminates when MAX A/C is on. Pressing the button again will cause the MAX A/C operation to exit.
NOTE:
The MAX A/C button is only available on the touchscreen.
A/C Button
Press and release this button on the touchscreen, or push the button on the faceplate to change the current setting.
The A/C indicator illuminates when A/C is on.
Recirculation Button
Press and release this button to change the system between recirculation mode and outside air mode. The Recirculation
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dicator illuminates when Recirculation is on. Recirculation can be used when outside conditions such as smoke, odors,
dust, or high humidity are present. Recirculation can be used in all modes. Recirculation may be unavailable (button on the
touchscreen greyed out) if conditions exist that could create fogging on the inside of the windshield. The A/C can be
deselected manually without disturbing the mode control selection. Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make
the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur. Extended use of this mode is not recommended.
AUTO Button
Set your desired temperature and press AUTO. AUTO will achieve and maintain your desired temperature by automatically
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justing the blower speed and air distribution. AUTO mode is highly recommended for efficiency. You can press and
release this button on the touchscreen, or push the button on the faceplate, to turn AUTO on. The AUTO indicator
illuminates when AUTO is on. Toggling this function will cause the system to switch between manual mode and automatic
modes. Refer to “Automatic Operation” within this section for more information.