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Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Key
Fob To Memory
Your key fob can be programmed to recall one of two
pre-programmed memory profiles by pushing the unlock
button on the key fob.
NOTE:
Before programming your key fob you must select the
“Personal Settings Linked to Key Fob” feature through the
Uconnect Settings. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multi-
media” for further information.
To program your key fob, perform the following:
1. Place the vehicle’s ignition in the OFF position.
2. Select a desired memory profile 1 or 2.
NOTE:
If a memory profile has not already been set, refer to
"Programming The Memory Feature" in this section for
instructions on how to set a memory profile.
3. Once the profile has been recalled, push and release the set (S) button on the memory switch. 4. Push and release button (1) or (2) accordingly. “Memory
Profile Set” (1 or 2) will display in the instrument cluster.
5. Push and release the lock button on the key fob within 10 seconds.
NOTE:
Your key fob can be unlinked to your memory settings by
pushing the set (S) button, and then within 10 seconds,
pushing the unlock button on the key fob.
Memory Position Recall
NOTE:
The vehicle speed must be lower than 5 mph (8 km/h) to
recall memory positions. If a recall is attempted when the
vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), a message will
be displayed in the instrument cluster display.
Driver One Memory Position Recall
• To recall the memory settings for driver one using the memory buttons on the door panel, push memory button
(1).
• To recall the memory settings for driver one using the key fob, push the unlock button on the key fob linked to
memory position 1.
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Driver Two Memory Position Recall
• To recall the memory setting for driver two using thememory buttons on the door panel, push memory button
(2).
• To recall the memory settings for driver two using the key fob, push the unlock button on the key fob linked to
memory position 2.
A recall can be cancelled by pushing any of the memory
buttons during a recall (S, 1, or 2). When a recall is canceled,
the driver's seat and the power pedals (if equipped) stop
moving. A delay of one second will occur before another
recall can be selected.
Easy Entry/Exit Seat
This feature provides automatic driver’s seat positioning to
enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the
vehicle.
The distance the driver’s seat moves depends on where you
have the driver’s seat positioned when you remove the key
fob from the ignition.
• When you remove the key fob from the ignition, the driver’s seat will move about 2.4 inches (60 mm) rearward
if the driver’s seat position is greater than or equal to 2.7 inches (67.7 mm) forward of the rear stop. The seat will
return to its previously set position when you place the
ignition into the ACC or RUN position.
• When you remove the key fob from the ignition, the driver’s seat will move to a position 0.3 inches (7.7 mm)
forward of the rear stop if the driver’s seat position is
between 0.9 inches and 2.7 inches (22.7 mm and 67.7 mm)
forward of the rear stop. The seat will return to its previ -
ously set position when you place the ignition to the ACC
or RUN position.
• The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature is disabled when the driver’s seat position is less than 0.9 inches (22.7 mm)
forward of the rear stop. At this position, there is no benefit
to the driver by moving the seat for Easy Exit or Easy
Entry.
Each stored memory setting will have an associated Easy
Entry and Easy Exit position.
NOTE:
The Easy Entry/Exit feature is not enabled when the vehicle
is delivered from the factory. The Easy Entry/Exit feature is
enabled (or later disabled) through the programmable
features in the Uconnect system. Refer to “Uconnect
Settings” in “Multimedia” for further information.
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Heated Seats — If Equipped
On some models, the front and rear seats may be equipped
with heaters located in the seat cushions and seat backs.
Front Heated Seats
The heated seats control buttons are located on the center
instrument panel below the touchscreen, and are also located
within the climate or controls screen of the touchscreen.• Push the heated seat button once to turn the HI setting
on.
• Push the heated seat button a second time to turn the MED setting on.
• Push the heated seat button a third time to turn the LO setting on.
• Push the heated seat button a fourth time to turn the heating elements off.
NOTE:
• The engine must be running for the heated seats to operate.
• The level of heat selected will stay on until the operator changes it.
Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start
On models that are equipped with remote start, the driver’s
seat can be programmed to come on during a remote start.
This feature can be programmed through the Uconnect
system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for
further information.
WARNING!
• Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord
injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion or other
physical condition must exercise care when using the
seat heater. It may cause burns even at low tempera -
tures, especially if used for long periods of time.
• Do not place anything on the seat or seatback that insu -
lates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion. This
may cause the seat heater to overheat. Sitting in a seat
that has been overheated could cause serious burns due
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The front ventilated seats control buttons are located on the
center instrument panel below the touchscreen, and are also
located within the climate or controls screen of the touch-
screen.
• Press the ventilated seat button once to choose HI.
• Press the ventilated seat button a second time to choose MED.
• Press the ventilated seat button a third time to choose LO.
• Press the ventilated seat button a fourth time to turn the ventilation off.
NOTE:
The engine must be running for the ventilated seats to
operate.
Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start
On models that are equipped with remote start, the venti -
lated seats can be programmed to come on during a remote
start.
This feature can be programmed through the Uconnect
system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for
further information. Rear Ventilated Seats
On some models, the two outboard rear seats are equipped
with ventilated seats. The rear ventilated seat control
switches are located on the rear of the center console.
Rear Ventilated Seat Switches
There are two ventilated seat switches that allow the rear
passengers to operate the seats independently. The fans
operate at three speeds: HI, MED, and LO.
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To unlock the steering column, push the lever downward. To
tilt the steering column, move the steering wheel upward or
downward as desired. To lengthen or shorten the steering
column, pull the steering wheel outward or push it inward
as desired. To lock the steering column into position, push
the lever upward until fully engaged.
Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped
The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps
warm your hands in cold weather. The heated steering wheel
has only one temperature setting. Once the heated steering
wheel has been turned on, it will stay on until the operator
turns it off. The heated steering wheel may not turn on when
it is already warm.The heated steering wheel control button is located on the
center instrument panel below the touchscreen, and are also
located within the climate or controls screen of the touch
-
screen.
• Press the heated steering wheel button once to turn the heating element on.
• Press the heated steering wheel button a second time to turn the heating element off.
NOTE:
The engine must be running for the heated steering wheel to
operate.
Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start
On models that are equipped with remote start, the heated
steering wheel can be programmed to come on during a
remote start.
This feature can be programmed through the Uconnect
system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for
further information.
WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering column while driving.
Adjusting the steering column while driving or driving
with the steering column unlocked, could cause the
driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to follow this
warning may result in serious injury or death.
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Outside Mirrors
To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirrors to
center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of
the view obtained on the inside mirror.
NOTE:
If your vehicle is equipped with puddle lamps under the
outside mirrors, they can be turned off through the Uconnect
display. For further information, refer to “Uconnect
Settings” in “Multimedia”.
Driver's Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror — If
Equipped
The driver’s outside mirror will automatically adjust for
glare from vehicles behind you. This feature is controlled bythe inside automatic dimming mirror and will automatically
adjust for headlight glare when the inside mirror adjusts.
Power Mirrors — If Equipped
The controls for the power mirrors are located on the driver's
door trim panel.
Power Mirror Controls
WARNING!
Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side
convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than
they really are. Relying too much on your passenger side
convex mirror could cause you to collide with another
vehicle or other object. Use your inside mirror when
judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in the
passenger side convex mirror. Some vehicles will not
have a convex passenger side mirror.
1 — Left Mirror Selection
2 — Right Mirror Selection
3 — Mirror Direction Control
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A small blindspot mirror is located next to main mirror and
can be adjusted separately.Blindspot Mirror
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped
These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This
feature will be activated whenever you turn on the
rear window defroster (if equipped).
Refer to “Climate Controls” in this chapter for further infor -
mation.
Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse — If Equipped
Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse provides automatic outside
mirror positioning which will aid the driver’s view of the
ground rearward of the front doors. The outside mirrors will
move slightly downward from the present position when the
vehicle is shifted into REVERSE. The outside mirrors will
then return to the original position when the vehicle is
shifted out of the REVERSE position. Each stored memory
setting will have an associated Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse
position.
NOTE:
The Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse feature is not turned on
when delivered from the factory.
This feature can be programmed through the Uconnect
system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for
further information.
Illuminated Vanity Mirror — If Equipped
Illuminated vanity mirrors are located on each sun visor. To
use the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing the
mirror cover upward. The lights will turn on automatically.
Closing the mirror cover turns off the light.
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Headlight Switch
Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detent for
parking light and instrument panel light operation. Rotate
the headlight switch to the second detent for headlight,
parking light, and instrument panel light operation.
Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) — If Equipped
The headlights on your vehicle will illuminate when the
engine is started. This provides a constant "lights on" condi -
tion until the ignition is placed in the OFF position. If the
parking brake is applied, the Daytime Running Lights
(DRLs) will turn off. Also, if a turn signal is activated, the
DRL lamp on the same side of the vehicle may turn off for the
duration of the turn signal activation. Once the turn signal is
no longer active, the DRL lamp will illuminate.
NOTE:
If allowed by law in the country in which the vehicle was
purchased, the Daytime Running Lights can be turned on
and off using the Uconnect System, refer to “Uconnect
Settings” in “Multimedia” for further information.
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