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Rear Heated Seats
On some models, the two outboard rear seats are equipped
with heated seats. The heated seat switches for these seats are
located on the rear of the center console.Rear Heated Seat Switches
There are two heated seat switches that allow the rear
passengers to operate the seats independently. You can
choose from HI, MED, LO, or OFF heat settings. Amber indi -
cator lights in each switch indicate the level of heat in use. • 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 level of heat selected will stay on until the operator changes it.
• Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt within two to five minutes.
• The engine must be running for the heated seats to operate.
Ventilated Seats — If Equipped
Front Ventilated Seats
Located in the seat cushion are small fans that draw the air
from the passenger compartment and move air through fine
perforations in the seat cover to help keep the driver and
front passenger cooler in higher ambient temperatures. The
fans operate at three speeds, HI, MED and LO.
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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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Power Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped
The switch for the power sliding rear window is located on
the overhead console.Rear Window Switch
Push the switch rearward to open the glass. Pull the switch
forward to close the glass. Manual Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped
A locking device in the center of the window helps to
prevent entry from the rear of the vehicle. Squeeze the lock
to release the window.
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, 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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Electronic Tailgate Release — If Equipped The key fob may be equipped with an electronic
release feature for the tailgate, allowing hands-free
tailgate opening. To activate, push and release the
Tailgate Release button on the key fob twice within five
seconds. The tailgate door will unlatch, and slowly lower
into the open position.
If equipped, a button on the center overhead console inside
the vehicle can be used to release the tailgate. An indicator
light may also signal when the tailgate is open (if equipped).
For the tailgate to lower, the vehicle must be:
• In PARK or NEUTRAL
• Stationary (0 mph / 0 km/h)
NOTE:
The Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover (if equipped) may prevent Elec -
tronic Tailgate Release if installed. The Tonneau Cover must
be removed or folded up before releasing the tailgate. Refer
to “Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover — If Equipped” in this chapter
for further information.Closing
To close the tailgate, push it upward until both sides are
latched.
NOTE:
Pull back on the tailgate firmly after closing to ensure it is
securely latched.
Multifunction Tailgate — If Equipped
The multifunction tailgate (if equipped) is a 60/40 split tail -
gate with two swing doors to allow for closer access to the
pickup box with the doors open.
Opening
The tailgate must be latched closed to open the swing doors.
Push the paddle down, then pull the release handle beneath
the tailgate lowering handle. This opens the larger of the two
doors.
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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
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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
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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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Front Bench Seat Storage — If Equipped
If your vehicle is equipped with a front bench seat, storage
can be found by folding down the center seat back. A console
storage area and cupholders are available. With the seatback
in the upright position, lifting the seat bottom also reveals a
storage location.Front Bench Seat Storage There is a storage drawer located in the lower center of the
instrument panel. It can be released by pushing the access
button above it. The drawer is actuator assisted once the
access button is pushed. Pull drawer outward to the fully
open position.
Storage Drawer
1 — Access Button
2 — Storage Drawer
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Rear Console Storage — If Equipped
If vehicle is equipped with “Smart Fold”, the center portion
of the 40/20/40 rear seat will fold forward for rear seat
cupholders and a storage compartment. Lift up on the
console latch to access.Rear Console Latch Location Seatback Storage
Located in the back of both the driver and passenger front
seats are pockets that can be used for storage.
Driver’s Side Seatback Storage
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