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40 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
ILLUMINATED VANITY MIRRORS — IF
E
QUIPPED
An illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun
visor. To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor
downward and swing the mirror cover upward.
The light will turn on automatically. Closing the
mirror cover will turn off the light.

Illuminated Vanity Mirror

Sun Visor “Slide-On-Rod” Feature — If
Equipped
The sun visor “Slide-On-Rod” feature allows for
additional flexibility in positioning the sun visor
to block out the sun.

1. Fold down the sun visor.

2
. U nclip the visor from the center clip. 3
. P
ull the sun visor toward the inside rearview
m
irror to extend it.
EXTERIOR LIGHTS
MULTIFUNCTION LEVER
The multifunction lever controls the operation
of the turn signals, headlight beam selection
and passing lights. The multifunction lever is
located on the left side of the steering column.

Multifunction Lever

HEADLIGHTS
The headlight switch is located on the left side
of the instrument panel. This switch controls the
operation of the headlights, parking lights, instrument panel lights, instrument panel light
dimming, interior lights and fog lights

(if equipped).

Headlight Switch

Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the
f i

rst detent for parking lights and instrument
panel light operation. Rotate the headlight
switch to the second detent for headlight,
parking light and instrument panel light
operation.
1 — Auto
2 — Rotate Headlight Switch
3 — Push Fog Light
4 — Rotate Dimmer

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DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRLS)
The Daytime Running Lights will turn on the first
time the vehicle is shifted out of PARK, and
remain on unless the parking brake is applied.
Upon returning to the PARK position, the DRLs
will turn off. DRLs will turn off when the ignition
is placed in the OFF position.
NOTE:

The DRLs can be turned on and off using the
Uconnect system, refer to “Uconnect Settings”
in “Multimedia” for further information.

On some vehicles, the Daytime Running
Lights may deactivate or reduce intensity on
one side of the vehicle (when a turn signal is
activated on that side), or on both sides of
the vehicle (when the hazard warning lights
are activated).
HIGH/LOW BEAM SWITCH
Push the multifunction lever away from you to
switch the headlights to high beam. Pull the
multifunction lever toward you to switch the
headlights back to low beam.
FLASH-TO-PASS
You can signal another vehicle with your
headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction
lever toward you. This will cause the high beam
headlights to turn on, and remain on, until the
lever is released.
AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHTS

This system automatically turns the headlights
on or off according to ambient light levels. To turn
the system on, rotate the headlight switch
counterclockwise to the AUTO position. When the
system is on, the headlight time delay feature is
also on. This means the headlights will stay on for
up to 90 seconds after you place the ignition in
the OFF position. The headlight time delay can be
programmed 0/30/60/90 seconds.

Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia”
fo

r further information.
To turn the automatic system off, move the
h e

adlight switch out of the AUTO position.
NOTE:
The engine must be running before the head -
lights will come on in the automatic mode.
HEADLIGHTS ON WITH WIPERS
(A
VAILABLE WITH AUTOMATIC
H
EADLIGHTS ONLY)
When this feature is active, the headlights will
turn on after the wipers are turned on if the
headlight switch is placed in the AUTO position
and programmable feature is set to on. In
addition, the headlights will turn off when the
wipers are turned off if they were turned on by
this feature.
NOTE:
The Headlights On with Wipers feature can be
t u

rned on or off using the Uconnect System.
Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia”
for further information.
HEADLIGHT TIME DELAY
This feature provides the safety of headlight
illumination for up to 90 seconds when leaving
your vehicle in an unlit area.

To activate the delay feature, place the ignition in
t h

e OFF position while the headlights are still on.
Then, turn off the headlights within 45 seconds.
The delay interval begins when the headlight
switch is turned off.

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NOTE:
The lights must be turned off within 45 seconds
o f

placing the ignition in the OFF position to acti -
vate this feature.
If you turn on the headlights or parking lights, or
p l

ace the ignition in the ON position again, the
system will cancel the delay.
If you turn the headlights off before the ignition,
t h

ey will turn off in the normal manner.
NOTE:

The Headlight Time Delay is programmable
using the Uconnect System, refer to “Uconnect
S e

ttings” in “Multimedia” for further information.

LIGHTS-ON REMINDER
If the headlights or parking lights are on after
the ignition is placed in the OFF position, a
chime will sound to alert the driver when the
driver's door is opened.
FOG LIGHTS — IF EQUIPPED
The front fog light switch is built into the
headlight switch.

Front Fog Light Switch

To activate the front fog lights, turn on
the parking lights or the low beam
h e

adlights and push the headlight
switch. To turn off the front fog lights, either
push the headlight switch a second time or turn
off the headlight switch.
An indicator light in the instrument cluster
i l

luminates when the fog lights are turned on.
NOTE:
The fog lights will operate when the low beam
h e

adlights or parking lights are on. However,
selecting the high beam headlights will turn off
the fog lights.
TURN SIGNALS
Move the multifunction lever up or down and
the arrows on each side of the instrument
cluster display flash to show proper operation of
the front and rear turn signal lights.
NOTE:
If either light remains on and does not flash,
or there is a very fast flash rate, check for a
defective outside light bulb. If an indicator
fails to light when the lever is moved, it would
suggest that the indicator bulb is defective.

A “Turn Signal On” message will appear in the
instrument cluster display and a continuous
chime will sound if the vehicle is driven more
than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn signal on.

LANE CHANGE ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED
Tap the multifunction lever up or down once,
without moving beyond the detent, and the turn
signal (right or left) will flash three times then
automatically turn off.

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INTERIOR LIGHTS
COURTESY/INTERIOR LIGHTING
The interior lights come on when a door is
opened.
To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn
of

f automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is
p l

aced in the OFF position. This will occur if the
interior lights were switched on manually or are
on because a door is open. The battery
protection also includes the glove compartment
light. To restore interior light operation after
automatic battery protection is enabled (lights
off), either place the ignition in the ON/RUN
position or cycle the light switch.
Courtesy Lights
The overhead console has two courtesy lights.
The lights turn on when a front door, a rear door
or the liftgate is opened. If your vehicle is
equipped with Remote Keyless Entry, the lights
will also turn on when the unlock button on the
key fob is pushed. The courtesy lights also
function as reading lights. Push in on each lens
to turn these lights on while inside the vehicle.
Push the lens a second time to turn each light
off. You may adjust the direction of these lights by pushing the outside ring, which is identified
with four directional arrows.

Courtesy/Reading Light

Rear Dome Light
Rotate the instrument panel dimmer control
completely upward to the second detent to turn
on the rear dome light. The rear dome light will
remain on when the dimmer control is in this
position.
Rotate the dimmer control downward to the last
de
tent (off position). The rear dome light will
remain off when the doors are open.
Dimmer Controls
The dimmer control is part of the headlight
switch and is located on the driver’s side of the
instrument panel.
Instrument Panel Dimmer

Rotating the dimmer control upward with the
p a

rking lights or headlights on will increase the
brightness of the instrument panel lights.
Interior Light Defeat (Off)
Rotate the instrument panel dimmer control to
the extreme bottom (O) off position. The interior
lights will remain off when the doors are open.
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness
Feature)
Rotate the dimmer control upward to the first
detent. This feature brightens all text displays
such as the odometer, instrument cluster
display, and radio when the parking lights or
headlights are on.
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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
f l

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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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
o
u

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
r

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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Panel Mode
Panel Mode
Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel. Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow of
a
i

r. 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
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
f l

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.
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
ON
/OFF.
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Rear Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)

Rear ATC Control Features
1. Ad
just the Rear Blower, Rear Temperature
a
nd the Rear Modes to suit your comfort
needs.

2. A TC is selected by adjusting the knob to the
A
UTO position.

Once the desired temperature is displayed, the
A T

C System achieves and maintain that comfort
level. When the system is set up for your comfort
level, it is not necessary to change the settings.
You experience the greatest efficiency by simply
allowing the system to function automatically.
NOTE:

It is not necessary to move the temperature
s e

ttings. The system automatically adjusts the
temperature, mode and fan speed to provide
comfort as quickly as possible.
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
r

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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