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Description
Message
The interior sensors are on when you arm the alarm.
Full guard
The interior sensors are off when you arm the alarm. You can
set the alarm to reduced guard for the current ignition cycle
only. The alarm will reset to full guard the next time you
switch the ignition on.
Reduced
You can set the information display to ask you each time
which level of guard you wish to set.
Ask on exit
A message appears in the information display each time you
switch the ignition off. If you wish to arm the alarm with
reduced guard, press the OK button when this message
appears. If you wish to arm the alarm with full guard, leave
your vehicle without pressing the
OK button.
Selecting Full or Reduced Guard
Note: Selecting reduced guard does not set
the alarm permanently to reduced guard. It
sets it to reduced guard only for the current
ignition cycle. If you regularly set the alarm
to reduced guard, select the option to ask
when you exit.
You can select full or reduced guard using
the information display. See Information
Displays
(page 116).
Arming the Alarm
To arm the alarm, lock your vehicle. See
Doors and Locks
(page 77).
Disarming the Alarm
Perimeter Alarm
Disarm and silence the alarm by unlocking
the doors with the key and switching the
ignition on with a correctly coded key or
unlocking the doors with the remote
control. Category One Alarm
Disarm and silence the alarm by unlocking
the doors with the key and switching the
ignition on with a correctly coded key
within 12 seconds or unlocking the doors
with the remote control.
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USING POWER RUNNING
BOARDS
WARNING: In extreme climates,
excessive ice buildup may occur, causing
the running boards not to deploy. Make
sure that the running boards have
deployed, and have finished moving
before attempting to step on them. The
running boards will resume normal
function once the blockage is cleared. WARNING:
Switch off the running
boards before jacking or placing any
object under your vehicle. Never place
your hand between the extended running
board and your vehicle. A moving running
board may cause injury.
Note: Do not use the power running boards,
front and rear hinge assemblies, running
board motors or the running board
underbody mounts to lift your vehicle when
jacking. Always use proper jacking points.
Note: The power running boards may
operate more slowly in cool temperatures.
Note: The running board mechanism may
trap debris such as mud, dirt, snow, ice and
salt. This may cause unwanted noise. If this
happens, manually set the power running
boards to the deployed position. Then wash
the system in particular the front and rear
hinge arms with a high-pressure car wash
wand.
Note: If you drive off when the power
running boards are deployed the engine may
stop. Note:
In the event of a malfunction you can
stow the power running boards manually.
Automatic Power Deploy The power running board extends when
you open the door.
Automatic Power Stow
When you close the door, the power
running board returns to the stowed
position after a two-second delay.
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Insert the lug wrench into the guide hole
and turn the handle clockwise until the
running board is in the stowed position.
Resetting the System
You can reset the system by opening and
closing the sliding door.
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ADJUSTING THE STEERING
WHEEL
WARNING: Do not adjust the
steering wheel when your vehicle is
moving.
Note: Make sure that you are sitting in the
correct position. See Sitting in the Correct
Position
(page 128). 1. Unlock the steering column.
2.
Adjust the steering wheel to the desired
position. 3. Lock the steering column.
LOCKING THE STEERING
WHEEL
1. Remove the key from the ignition.
2. Slightly rotate the steering wheel to
engage the lock.
Unlocking the Steering Wheel WARNING:
Always check that the
steering is unlocked before attempting
to move your vehicle.
1. Insert the key in the ignition.
2. Turn the key to position
I.
Note: You may have to slightly rotate the
steering wheel to assist unlocking it.
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Note:
The brightness of the daytime running
lamps may decrease when the front fog
lamps are switched on.
Front Fog Lamp Indicator It illuminates when you switch
the front fog lamps on.
DIRECTION INDICATORS
Switching the Direction Indicators
On and Off Push the lever up or down to switch the
direction indicators on.
Note:
Tap the lever up or down to make the
direction indicators flash three times.
Set the lever to the middle position to
switch the direction indicators off.
Direction Indicator Flashes when you switch the
direction indicators on.
Note: An increase in the rate of flashing
warns of a failed indicator bulb. INTERIOR LAMPS
Switching the Courtesy Lamps On
and Off Fully press the button on the
overhead console to switch the
courtesy lamps on.
Fully press the button on the
overhead console to switch the
courtesy lamps off.
Courtesy Lamp Function
When you switch the courtesy lamp
function on, the courtesy lamps turn on if:
• You open a door.
• You press the unlock button on the
remote control.
• You switch the ignition off.
Switching the Courtesy Lamp Function
On Set the switch to the middle position.
Switching the Front Map Reading
Lamps On and Off
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CARGO LAMPS
Switching the Cargo Lamps Off
Press the button to switch the cargo lamps
off when a door is open.
Note:
The cargo lamps switch only
operates when the ignition is off.
The switch is inside the cargo area, behind
the left-hand rear door.
The cargo lamps turn off after a short
period of time to prevent the battery from
running out of charge.
Switching the Cargo Lamps On
Press the button to switch the cargo lamps
on.
If the cargo lamps turned off to prevent
the battery from running out of charge or
you switched them off by pressing the
button, reset the switch first.
Resetting the Switch
To reset the switch, do one of the
following:
• Lock or unlock a door.
• Open or close a front door.
• Switch the ignition on then off.
Press the button to switch the cargo lamps
on.
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Airbag warning lamp. If it does
not illuminate when you switch
the ignition on, continues to flash
or remains on when the engine is running,
this indicates a malfunction. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible. Anti-lock brake system warning
lamp. If it illuminates when you
are driving, this indicates a
malfunction. Your vehicle continues to
have normal braking without the anti-lock
brake system function. Have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible. Auto-Start-Stop indicators. It
illuminates green when the
engine stops. It flashes amber
and a message appears when
you need to take action. It
illuminates gray with a
strikethrough when the system is not
available. Automatic high beam control on
indicator. It illuminates to
confirm when the system is
ready to assist. Automatic regeneration
indicator. It illuminates if you
manually switch automatic
regeneration off. Blind spot information system
indicator. When the system
detects a vehicle, the indicator
illuminates in the exterior mirror on the side
the approaching vehicle is coming from. If
you turn the direction indicator on for that
side of your vehicle, the indicator flashes. Blind spot information system
and cross traffic alert warning
lamp. If the system
malfunctions, the warning lamp
illuminates in the instrument cluster and
a message appears in the information
display. Have your vehicle checked as soon
as possible. Change engine oil indicator. It
displays when the engine oil life
is becoming depleted. Have the
engine oil changed as soon as possible.
Note: Do not ignore engine oil change
indicators and information messages.
Resulting component damage is not
covered by the Warranty. Change engine oil now
indicators. If both indicators
display, the engine oil life is
seriously depleted. Engine
torque reduces to 70% to further
indicate the serious risk of engine
damage. Have the engine oil changed
immediately.
Note: Do not ignore engine oil change
indicators and information messages.
Resulting component damage is not
covered by the Warranty. Cross traffic alert indicator.
When the system detects an
approaching vehicle a tone
sounds, the indicator illuminates in the
relevant exterior mirror and arrows appear
in the information display to show which
side the approaching vehicle is coming
from. Cruise control indicator. It
illuminates when you switch the
system on.
Direction indicator. It flashes
when you switch the direction
indicators on.
Door ajar warning lamp. It
illuminates when you switch the
ignition on and remains on if any
door or the hood is open. Eco mode indicator. It
illuminates when the drive mode
is selected.
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MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL
Switching the Climate Control On
and Off
Switching the Recirculated Air On
and Off
Note:
The air currently in the passenger
compartment recirculates.
Switching the Air Conditioning On
and Off Note:
Under certain conditions, the air
conditioning compressor could continue to
operate after you switch air conditioning off.
Switching Maximum Defrost On
and Off Turn the temperature control
clockwise past the highest
setting to maximize defrosting.
Note: The temperature control springs back
to the highest setting.
Note: When you switch maximum defrost
on, the heated windshield, heated rear
window and air conditioning turn on. The
blower motor is set to the highest speed.
Note: When you switch maximum defrost
off, the heated windshield and heated rear
window remain on. Switching Maximum Cooling On
and Off Turn the temperature control
counterclockwise past the
lowest setting to maximize
cooling.
Note: The temperature control springs back
to the lowest setting.
Note: When you switch maximum cooling
off, air conditioning remains on.
Setting the Blower Motor Speed Note:
Lights on the control illuminate to
indicate the blower motor speed.
Note: When you switch the blower motor
off, air conditioning turns off and the
windows could fog up.
Directing Air to the Windshield Air
Vents Directing Air to the Instrument
Panel Air Vents
Directing Air to the Footwell Air
Vents
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