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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 auto-
matically 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.
Venting Sunroof — Express
Push and release the Vent button within one half second and
the sunroof will open to the vent position. This is called
“Express Vent”, and it will occur regardless of sunroof posi -
tion. During Express Vent operation, any other actuation of
the switch will stop the sunroof.
Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the
glass panel. 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.
Relearn Procedure
For vehicles equipped with a sunroof, there is a relearn
procedure that allows you to calibrate the sunroof when the
“Express Operation” feature stops working. To reset the
sunroof, follow these steps:
1. Place the ignition in the ACC or the ON/RUN position.
2. Ensure that the sunroof is in the fully closed position.
3. Push and hold the close switch. The sunroof will hit the
hard stop and move to the vent position after ten seconds.
4. Release the close switch.
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Closing Power Sunshade
If the sunroof is open or vented the sunshade cannot be
closed beyond the half open position. Pushing the sunshade
close switch when the sunroof is open/vented and the
sunshade is at half open position will first automatically
close sunroof prior to the sunshade closing.
Express
Push the sunshade switch forward and release it within
one-half second. If the sunroof is in closed position the
sunshade will full close automatically from any position. If
the sunroof is open or vented the sunshade will close to the
half open position and stop; push and release the sunshade
switch forward again to automatically close both the sunroof
and sunshade completely. This is called “Express Close”.
During Express Close operation, any movement of the
switch will stop the sunshade.
Manual
Push and hold the sunshade switch forward. If the sunroof is
in closed position the sunshade will full close from any posi-
tion. If the sunroof is open or vented the sunshade will close
to the half open position and stop; pushing and holding the
sunshade switch forward again will close both the sunroof
and sunshade completely. Any release of the switch will stop the movement and the sunshade 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 auto
-
matically 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.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pres -
sure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your
vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down,
or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or partially open
positions. This is a normal occurrence and can be minimized.
If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open, then
open the front and rear windows together to minimize the
buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open,
adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open
any window.
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Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the
glass panel.
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
To Open The Hood
To open the hood, two latches must be released.Hood Release Lever Location2
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1. Pull the hood release lever located below the steeringwheel at the base of the instrument panel.
2. Reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood and push the safety latch lever to the left to release it,
before raising the hood.
Safety Latch LocationTo Close The Hood
Hoods equipped with gas props are closed from the point
where the props no longer hold the hood open.
TAILGATE
Opening
The power tailgate may be opened by pushing the tailgate
release pad located on the tailgate door.
The tailgate damper strut will lower the tailgate to the open
position (if equipped).
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your
vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open
when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision.
Failure to follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death.
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Use a firm downward push at the front center of
the hood to ensure that both latches engage.
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Door Storage
Front Door Storage — If Equipped
Storage areas are located in the door trim panels.Front Door Storage Rear Door Storage — If Equipped
Storage compartments are located in both the driver and
passenger rear door trim panels.
Rear Door Storage
2
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Center Storage Compartment — If Equipped
The center storage compartment is located between the
driver and passenger seats. The storage compartment
provides an armrest and contains both and upper and lower
storage area.Center Storage Compartment Pull on the upper handle on the front of the armrest to raise
the cover. The upper storage area contains a USB power
outlet located at the rear of the area that can be used to power
small electrical devices, refer to “Electrical Power Outlets” in
this section for further information.WARNING!
• This armrest is not a seat. Anyone seated on the armrest could be seriously injured during vehicle operation, or
a collision. Only use the center seating position when
the armrest is fully upright.
• In a collision, the latch may open if the total weight of the items stored exceeds about 10 lbs (4.5 kg). These
items could be thrown about endangering occupants
of the vehicle. Items stored should not exceed a total of
10 lbs (4.5 kg).
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With the upper lid closed, pull on the lower handle to open
the lower storage bin. The lower bin contains a power
inverter outlet located in the forward portion of the lower
bin. There is also a “fill line” located long the rear inside wall
of the lower bin. Contents above the “fill line” may interfere
with cupholder placement if equipped with a premium
center console.
Forward Portion Of Lower Storage Bin Premium Center Console — If Equipped
The premium center console is equipped with two front
storage bins located in front of the center storage compart
-
ment. These storage bins may be equipped with tandem
doors. Push the front bin to access the cupholders. Or push
the rear bin to access the coinholder/small storage bin.
Center Console Tandem Doors— If Equipped
WARNING!
Do not operate this vehicle with a console compartment
lid in the open position. Driving with the console
compartment lid open may result in injury in a collision.
1 — Push Front Bin Access
2 — Push Rear Bin Access
2
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Tandem Doors Open PositionPush the release button at the front of the cupholder bin to
slide tray rearward for access of front lower storage bin, or
forward to access the rear lower storage bin with the center
console lid in the open position.
Push Release Button To Slide Tray
1 — Front Bin Open
2 — Rear Bin Open
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