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REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED
This system uses the key fob to start
the engine conveniently from
outside the vehicle while still main-
taining security.

NOTE:

Obstructions between the vehicle and key fob
may reduce this range
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How To Use Remote Start
Push the Remote Start button on the key fob
twice within five seconds. The vehicle doors
will lock, the turn signals will flash twice, and
the horn will chirp twice. Pushing the Remote
Start button a third time shuts the engine off.

NOTE:

With Remote Start, the engine will only run
for 15 minutes.
Remote Start can only be used twice.
If an engine fault is present or fuel level is
low, the vehicle will start and then shut
down in 10 seconds.
The park lamps will turn on and remain on
during Remote Start mode.
For security, power window operation is
disabled when the vehicle is in the Remote
Start mode.
The ignition must be placed in the ACC posi -
tion before the Remote Start sequence can
be repeated for a third cycle.
All of the following conditions must be met
before the engine will Remote Start:
Gear selector in PARK
Doors closed
Hood closed
Trunk closed
Hazard switch off
Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not
pushed)
Battery at an acceptable charge level
PANIC button not pushed
System not disabled from previous remote
start event
Vehicle Security system indicator flashing
Ignition in OFF position
Fuel level meets minimum requirement
Vehicle Security system is not signaling an
intrusion

Malfunction Indicator Light is not illuminated

Do not leave the key fob in or near the
vehicle, or in a location accessible to chil -
dren, and do not leave the ignition of a
vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go
in the ON/RUN mode. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
Do not leave children or animals inside
parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior
heat build-up may cause serious injury or
death.
CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation for
thieves. Always remove key fob from the
vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the
vehicle unattended.
WARNING! (Continued) WARNING!
Do not start or run an engine in a closed
garage or confined area. Exhaust gas
contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is
odorless and colorless. Carbon Monoxide
is poisonous and can cause serious injury
or death when inhaled.
Keep key fobs away from children. Opera -
tion of the Remote Start system, windows,
door locks or other controls could cause
serious injury or death.
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To Exit Remote Start Mode
To drive the vehicle after starting the Remote
Start system, either push and release the
unlock button on the key fob to unlock the
doors, or unlock the vehicle using Passive
Entry via the door handles, and disarm the
Vehicle Security system (if equipped). Then,
prior to the end of the 15 minute cycle, push
and release the START/STOP ignition button
while pressing the brake pedal.
The Remote Start system will turn the engine
off with another push and release of the
Remote Start button on the key fob, or if the
engine is allowed to run for the entire
15 minute cycle.
Remote Start Comfort Systems — If
Equipped
When Remote Start is activated, the heated
steering wheel and front heated seat features
will automatically activate when ambient
temperature is less than 39°F (4°C). These
features will stay on through the duration of
Remote Start.

NOTE:

This feature can be activated through the
radio system. Refer to the Information and
Entertainment System Owner’s Manual
Supplement for further information
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM — IF
EQUIPPED
The Vehicle Security system monitors the
vehicle doors, hood, trunk, and the keyless
push button ignition for unauthorized opera-
tion. It also monitors movement inside the
passenger compartment (volumetric protec -
tion — if equipped), cutting of battery cables,
and unexpected lifting/tilting of the vehicle
(anti-lift protection — if equipped).
While the Vehicle Security system is armed,
interior switches for door locks and trunk
release are disabled.
If something triggers the alarm, the Vehicle
Security system will provide the following
audible and visible signals:
The horn will pulse
The turn signals will flash
The vehicle security light in the instrument
cluster will flash

NOTE:

The Vehicle Security system is activated by the
Engine Immobilizer system, which is automati -
cally activated when you get out of the vehicle
with the key fob and lock the doors.
To Arm The System
Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security
system:
1. Make sure the vehicle’s ignition is placed in the OFF position.
2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the vehicle:
• Push the lock button on the interior
power door lock switch with the driver
and/or passenger door open.
• Push the lock button on the exterior
Passive Entry Door Handle with a valid
key fob available in the same exterior
zone
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• Push the lock button on the key fob.
3. If any doors (or trunk lid) are open, close them.
To Disarm The System
The Vehicle Security system can be disarmed
using any of the following methods:
Push the unlock button on the key fob.
Grab the Passive Entry door handle to
unlock the door
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Cycle the ignition out of the OFF position to
disarm the system.
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(Continued)

NOTE:

The driver's door key cylinder and trunk
button on the key fob cannot arm or disarm
the Vehicle Security system. Use of the door
key cylinder when the system is armed will
sound the alarm when the door is opened.
When the Vehicle Security system is armed,
the interior power door lock switches will
not unlock the doors.
The Vehicle Security system is designed to
protect your vehicle. However, you can create
conditions where the system will give you a
false alarm. If one of the previously described
arming sequences has occurred, the Vehicle
Security system will arm, regardless of
whether you are in the vehicle or not. If you
remain in the vehicle and open a door, the
alarm will sound. If this occurs, disarm the
Vehicle Security system.
If the Vehicle Security system is armed and the
battery becomes disconnected, the Vehicle
Security system will remain armed when the
battery is reconnected; the exterior lights will
flash, and the horn will sound. If this occurs,
disarm the Vehicle Security system.

NOTE:

The alarm does not disarm when the doors are
unlocked by inserting the blade of the emer -
gency key (found inside the key fob) into the
door handle lock cylinder.
Volumetric/Anti-Lift Protection — If
Equipped
To ensure the correct operation of the Volu -
metric/Anti-Lift Protection system, completely
close the side windows.
To disable the function, push the Volumetric/
Anti-Lift Protection button before activating
the alarm.
When the function is disabled, the light on the
Volumetric/Anti-Lift Protection button flashes
for several seconds.
Volumetric/Anti-Lift Protection Button
Any disabling of the Volumetric/Anti-Lift
Protection must be repeated each time the
instrument panel is switched off.
DOORS
Power Door Locks
The power door lock switches are located on
each front door panel. Push the switch to lock
or unlock the doors.
Door Lock And Unlock Switch Panel
WARNING!
Do not leave children or animals inside
parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior
heat build-up may cause serious injury or
death.
For personal security and safety in the
event of a collision, lock the vehicle doors
as you drive as well as when you park and
leave the vehicle.
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To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors And Trunk Lid

With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry key fobs
close to either front door handle, pushing the
Passive Entry lock button will lock the vehicle.
Passive Entry Lock Button

NOTE:

DO NOT grab the door handle when pushing
the door handle lock button. This could unlock
the door(s).
Do NOT Grab The Door Handle When Locking
NOTE:

After pushing the Passive Entry lock button,
wait two seconds before you can lock or
unlock the doors, using either Passive Entry
door handle. This is done to allow you to
check if the vehicle is locked by pulling the
door handle without the vehicle unlocking.
The Passive Entry system will not operate if
the key fob battery is depleted.
The vehicle doors and trunk lid can also be
locked by pushing the lock button on the
key fob or on the interior door lock.
To Unlock/Enter The Trunk
With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry key
fobs close to the trunk, push the trunk lid
release button.
Trunk Lid Release Button
NOTE:

If the key fob is left inside of the trunk, and an
attempt is made to close it from outside, the
trunk lid will not lock. With the doors locked,
the trunk lid unlocked, and the key fob
detected inside the vehicle, the trunk lid will
unlock again and the lights will flash twice.

Before driving, make sure the trunk lid is
closed correctly.
To Lock The Trunk
With a valid Passive Entry key fob close to the
vehicle, push the Passive Entry trunk lid
button, which is located next to the exterior
trunk lid release button. All doors and the
trunk lid will lock. Door locking will activate the
alarm as well.

NOTE:

The trunk lid may still be locked by pushing the
lock button on the key fob, pushing a Passive
Entry lock button on the front door handles, or
pushing the lock button on the interior door
panel of the vehicle
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Manual Adjustment (Rear Seats)
The rear seats allow for three passengers.

NOTE:

The rear seat is designed as a 4+1 seat
vehicle. The middle seat is of limited use. It is
recommended that this seat only be used by a
person who can use the backrest as a substi-
tute for the head restraint.
Rear Seat
Split Folding Rear Seat
The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to
provide an additional storage area.
Extending the right side of the trunk allows you
to carry two passengers on the left part of the
rear seat, while extending the left side allows
you to carry one passenger.
Center Backrest Section Tilting
The center backrest can be tilted forward for a
“Ski-Pass Through” feature from the trunk.
Before tilting the backrest, make sure that the
rear center seat belt is not fastened and that
there are not any objects in the middle part of
the cushion.
Using the release strap, release the center
part of the backrest from its housing and tilt it
using the head restraint.Center Backrest Section Tilting Center Backrest Section Repositioning
Using the head restraint, lift the center portion
upwards, accompanying it during its move
-
ment, and lightly push to make sure that it is
properly attached. Make sure that the armrest
is properly attached by attempting to move it.
If it is not attached, repeat the operation.
To Lower Rear Seat
Either side of the rear seat can be lowered to
allow for extended cargo space and still main -
tain some rear seating room.

NOTE:

Be sure that the front seats are fully upright
and positioned forward. This will allow the rear
seatback to fold down easily.
1. Completely lower the rear seat head restraints
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2. Place the seat belt so that it doesn't impede the movement of the backrest
while tilting it.
WARNING!

Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the
top of the seatback. This could impair visibility
or become a dangerous projectile in a sudden
stop or collision.

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3. From inside the luggage compartment,operate lever 1 to tilt the left part or lever
2 to tilt the right part of the backrest: it will
automatically tilt forward. If necessary,
assist the backrest during the initial stage
of tilting.
Seat Release Levers

NOTE:

You may experience deformation in the seat
cushion from the seat belt buckles if the seats
are left folded for an extended period of time.
This is normal and by simply opening the seats
to the open position, over time the seat
cushion will return to its normal shape.To Raise Rear Seat
Raise the rear seatback and lock it into place.
If interference from the cargo area prevents
the seatback from fully locking, you will have
difficulty returning the seat to its proper posi -
tion.

NOTE:

Make sure the seat belts are in the front of the
seatback, and that they are not twisted, or
trapped behind the seatbacks.
Center Seatback Lowering
The center seatback can be folded forward for
a “Ski-Pass Through” feature from the trunk.
Before lowering the center seatback, make
sure that the rear center seat belt is not
fastened and that there are not any objects in
the middle part of the cushion. Using the release strap, pull upward to release
the seatback and lower the center seatback
forward.
Center Seatback Lowering
Center Seatback Repositioning
Using the head restraint, raise the center seat -
back, and lightly push to make sure that it is
properly locked into place. If the seatback is
not locked, repeat the operation.
1 — Left Side Seat Release Lever
2 — Right Side Seat Release Lever
WARNING!

Be certain that the seatback is securely
locked into position. If the seatback is not
securely locked into position the seat will not
provide the proper stability for child seats
and/or passengers. An improperly latched
seat could cause serious injury.

WARNING!

Be certain that the seatback is securely
locked into position. If the seatback is not
securely locked into position the seat will not
provide the proper stability for child seats
and/or passengers. An improperly latched
seat could cause serious injury.

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For upward adjustment, pull up on the head
restraint until it clicks into place.
For downward adjustment, push in the adjust-
ment button and lower the head restraint
while holding the button to the desired height.
Rear Head Restraint

NOTE:

To allow maximum visibility for the driver, if the
head restraints are not in use, lower the head
restraint all the way.
Head Restraint Removal
To remove adjustable head restraints,
proceed as follows:
1. Raise the head restraints to their maximum height. 2. Push the adjustment button and the
release button at the side of the two
supports.
3. Remove the head restraints by pulling them upwards.
To reinstall the head restraints, proceed as
follows:
1. Hold down both the adjustment button and release button while placing the head
restraint post into the holes.
2. Then, reposition the head restraint to the appropriate height for the passengers.
MIRRORS
Automatic Dimming Mirror
The rearview mirror can be adjusted up, down,
left, and right. The mirror should be adjusted
to center on the view through the rear window.
This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight
glare from vehicles behind you.
You can turn the feature on or off by pushing
the button at the base of the mirror.
Electrochromic Mirror Power Button
1 — Adjustment Button
2 — Release Button
WARNING!
A loose head restraint thrown forward in a
collision or hard stop could cause serious
injury or death to occupants of the vehicle.
Always securely stow removed head
restraints in a location outside the occu
-
pant compartment.
ALL the head restraints MUST be rein -
stalled in the vehicle to properly protect
the occupants. Follow the re-installation
instructions above prior to operating the
vehicle or occupying a seat. CAUTION!

To avoid damage to the mirror during
cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution
directly onto the mirror. Apply the solution
onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean.

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Vanity Mirror
On the driver and passenger sun visor, there is
a light which illuminates the sun visor mirror
when folded down.Sun Visor Mirror
The courtesy light turns on automatically by
lifting the cover.
Sun Visors
The sun visors are located at the sides of the
interior rearview mirror. They can be adjusted
forward and toward the side window.
To direct the visor toward the side window,
detach the visor from the interior rearview
mirror side hook and turn it towards the side
window. From this position, the sun visor can also be
extended toward the rear of the vehicle for
additional blockage of sunlight.
There are courtesy mirrors with lights on the
back of the sun visors.
Rotate Sun Visor Toward Passenger Window

NOTE:

A rear facing child restraint system should
never be fitted in the front passenger seat.
Always comply with the instructions on the sun
visor
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The power mirror switch is located on the
driver’s side door trim panel.
To adjust the power mirrors, first select the
desired mirror using the power mirror control. To adjust the selected mirror, push the knob in
the direction desired.

NOTE:

Once adjustment is complete, rotate the
knob to the neutral position to prevent acci
-
dental movements.
The power mirrors can be adjusted with the
ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN position.
Power Mirror Control
1 — Sun Visor Mirror Cover
1 — Power Mirror Control Knob
A — Left
B — Right
C — Power Folding Position
D — Neutral
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