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Storage
Storage Compartments
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Front Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Additional Storage Features
Cargo Tie-Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Storage Compartments{
Warning
Do not store heavy or sharp objects in
storage compartments. In a crash, these
objects may cause the cover to open and
could result in injury.
Front Storage
If equipped, the front storage compartment
is at the center of the instrument panel
extension near the floor. To open, pull up on
the latch.
There may also be storage compartments on
the inside of each front door.
Additional Storage Features
Cargo Tie-Downs
If equipped, there are six cargo tie-downs in
the cargo area that can be used to secure
cargo.
Do not apply a total load of more than
5 000 N (1,124 lbs of force) to a single cargo
tie-down when securing cargo.
SeeVehicle Load Limits 0132.

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{Warning
The child restraint top tether strap may
be damaged by contact with items in the
cargo area. Your child could be seriously
injured or killed in a collision if the top
tether strap is damaged. Properly secure
all cargo.
{Warning
Properly secure all cargo with ropes or
straps to help prevent it from sliding or
shifting. Do not place cargo higher than
the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or
collision, unsecured cargo could cause
personal injury. Use suitable ropes or
straps to secure cargo.
{Warning
Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo
area. It is extremely dangerous to ride in
the cargo area of a vehicle. In a collision,
people riding in these areas are more
likely to be seriously injured or killed.
Do not allow people to ride in any area
of the vehicle that is not equipped with
seats and seat belts. Be sure everyone in
the vehicle is in a seat and using a seat
belt properly.

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Instruments and Controls
Controls
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Cigarette Lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Ashtrays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
Warning Lights, Gauges, andIndicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . . 73
Voltmeter Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Seat Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Airbag On-Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Tow/Haul Mode Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light . . . 79
Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
StabiliTrak OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Information Displays
Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . 81
Vehicle Messages
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Engine Power Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Vehicle Personalization
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Controls
Steering Wheel Adjustment
For vehicles with a tilt steering wheel, the
lever is located on the left side of the
steering column.
To adjust the steering wheel:
1. Pull the lever to move the steering wheel up or down into a comfortable
position.
2. Release the lever to lock the steering wheel in place.
Do not adjust the steering wheel while
driving.

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While listening to a CD, press and hold¨to
quickly move forward through the tracks.
Release to stop on the desired track.
+
e: Press to increase volume.
−
e: Press to decrease volume.
Horn
Press the horn symbol on the steering
wheel to sound the horn.
Windshield Wiper/Washer
The lever is on the left side of the steering
column.
Turn the band with
Non it to select the
wiper speed.
8: Use for a single wipe. Hold the band
on
z, then release. For several wipes,
hold the band on
zlonger.
6: Use to adjust the delay time between
wipes. Turn the band up for more frequent
wipes or down for less frequent wipes.
d: Fast wipes.
a:Slow wipes.
9:Use to turn the wipers off.
When driving during the day and the wipers
are activated, the headlamps automatically
turn on after completing eight wipe cycles.
{Warning
In freezing weather, do not use the
washer until the windshield is warmed.
Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice
on the windshield, blocking your vision.
{Warning
Before driving the vehicle, always clear
snow and ice from the hood, windshield,
washer nozzles, roof, and rear of the
vehicle, including all lamps and windows.
Reduced visibility from snow and ice
buildup could lead to a crash. Clear ice and snow from the wiper blades
before using them. If frozen to the
windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them.
Damaged blades should be replaced.
Windshield Washer
The windshield wiper paddle is on top of the
turn signal lever.
L:
Push the paddle to spray washer fluid
on the windshield. The wipers will clear the
window and then either stop or return to
the preset speed.
Compass
This vehicle may have a compass in the
Driver Information Center (DIC).
Compass Zone
Your dealer will set the correct zone for
your location.
Under certain circumstances, such as during
a long distance cross-country trip or moving
to a new state or province, it will be
necessary to compensate for compass
variance by resetting the zone through the
DIC if the zone is not set correctly.
Compass variance is the difference between
the earth's magnetic north and true
geographic north. If the compass is not set

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Clock
Setting the Time or Date
1. With the radio on, pressHand the HR,
MIN, MM, DD, and YYYY (hour, minute,
month, day, and year) display.
2. Press the softkey under any one of the tabs to be changed. Every time the
softkey is pressed again, the time or the
date if selected, increases by one.
Another way to increase the time or
date is to press
¨SEEK or\FWD
(forward).
3. To decrease, press
©SEEK orsREV.
Turn the
fknob, on the upper right side
of the radio, to adjust the selected
setting.
Changing the Time or Date Default Settings
1. With the radio on, press
Hand then the
softkey under the forward arrow that is
currently displayed on the infotainment
display until the time 12H (hour) and 24H
(hour), and the date MM/DD (month and
day) and DD/MM (day and month) are
displayed.
2. Press the softkey under the desired option. 3. Press
Hagain to apply the selected
default, or let the screen time out.
Power Outlets
Power Outlets 12 Volt Direct Current
The accessory power outlets can be used to
plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell
phone or an MP3 player.
The vehicle may have two accessory power
outlets on the instrument panel.
Remove the cover to access and replace
when not in use.
Certain power accessory plugs may not be
compatible to the accessory power outlet
and could overload vehicle or adapter fuses.
If a problem is experienced, see your dealer.
{Warning
Power is always supplied to the outlets.
Do not leave electrical equipment
plugged in when the vehicle is not in use
because the vehicle could catch fire and
cause injury or death.
Caution
Leaving electrical equipment plugged in
for an extended period of time while the
vehicle is off will drain the battery.
Always unplug electrical equipment when
not in use and do not plug in equipment
that exceeds the maximum 20 amp
rating.
When adding electrical equipment, be sure
to follow the proper installation instructions
included with the equipment. See Add-On
Electrical Equipment 0176.
Caution
Hanging heavy equipment from the
power outlet can cause damage not
covered by the vehicle warranty. The
power outlets are designed for accessory
power plugs only, such as cell phone
charge cords.
Power Outlet 110/120 Volt Alternating
Current
This power outlet can be used to plug in
electrical equipment that uses a maximum
limit of 150 watts.

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The 110/120 volt power outlet is on the
instrument panel.
An indicator light on the outlet turns on to
show it is in use. The light comes on when
the ignition is on, equipment requiring less
than 150 watts is plugged into the outlet,
and no system fault is detected.
The indicator light does not come on when
the ignition is off, or if the equipment is not
fully seated into the outlet.
If equipment is connected using more than
150 watts or a system fault is detected, a
protection circuit shuts off the power supply
and the indicator light turns off. To reset
the circuit, unplug the item and plug it back
in or turn the Retained Accessory Power
(RAP) off and then back on. SeeRetained
Accessory Power (RAP) 0138.
The power outlet is not designed for the
following, and may not work properly if
they are plugged in:
.Equipment with high initial peak wattage,
such as compressor-driven refrigerators
and electric power tools
.Other equipment requiring an extremely
stable power supply, such as
microcomputer-controlled electric blankets
and touch sensor lamps
.Medical equipment
Cigarette Lighter
If equipped with a cigarette lighter, to heat,
push it in all the way and let go. When it is
ready for use, it will pop back out by itself.
Do not use the lighter to plug in accessory
devices. Use the power outlets provided.
Caution
Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is
heating does not let the lighter back
away from the heating element when it
is hot. Damage from overheating can
occur to the lighter or heating element,
or a fuse could be blown. Do not hold a
cigarette lighter in while it is heating.
Ashtrays
If equipped with a removable ashtray, it can
be placed into the front floor console
cupholder. Open the cover to use.
Caution
If papers, pins, or other flammable items
are put in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or
other smoking materials could ignite
them and possibly damage the vehicle.
Never put flammable items in the
ashtray.
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators
Warning lights and gauges can signal that
something is wrong before it becomes
serious enough to cause an expensive repair
or replacement. Paying attention to the
warning lights and gauges could prevent
injury.
Some warning lights come on briefly when
the engine is started to indicate they are
working. When one of the warning lights
comes on and stays on while driving,
or when one of the gauges shows there
may be a problem, check the section that
explains what to do. Waiting to do repairs
can be costly and even dangerous.

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When the engine is not running, but the
ignition is on, this gauge shows the
battery's state of charge in DC volts.
When the engine is running, the gauge
shows the condition of the charging system.
Readings between the low and high warning
zones indicate the normal operating range.
Readings in the low warning zone may occur
when a large number of electrical
accessories are operating in the vehicle and
the engine is left at an idle for an extended
period. This condition is normal since the
charging system is not able to provide full
power at engine idle. As engine speeds are
increased, this condition should correct itself
as higher engine speeds allow the charging
system to create maximum power.
The vehicle can be only driven for a short
time with the reading in either warning
zone. If it must be driven, turn off all
unnecessary accessories.
Readings in either warning zone indicate a
possible problem in the electrical system.
Have the vehicle serviced as soon as
possible.Seat Belt Reminders
Driver Seat Belt Reminder Light
There is a seat belt reminder light on the
instrument cluster.
When the vehicle is started, this light
flashes and a chime may come on to remind
the driver to fasten their seat belt. Then the
light stays on solid until the belt is buckled.
This cycle may continue several times if the
driver remains or becomes unbuckled while
the vehicle is moving.
If the driver seat belt is buckled, neither the
light nor the chime comes on.
Airbag Readiness Light
This light shows if there is an electrical
problem with the airbag system. The system
check includes the airbag sensor(s), the
pretensioners (if equipped), the airbag
modules, the wiring, and the crash sensingand diagnostic module. For more
information on the airbag system, see
Airbag System
036.
The airbag readiness light comes on for
several seconds when the vehicle is started.
If the light does not come on then, have it
fixed immediately.
{Warning
If the airbag readiness light stays on
after the vehicle is started or comes on
while driving, it means the airbag system
might not be working properly. The
airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in
a crash, or they could even inflate
without a crash. To help avoid injury,
have the vehicle serviced right away.
If there is a problem with the airbag
system, a Driver Information Center (DIC)
message may also display.

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Airbag On-Off Light
When the front outboard passenger airbag
is manually turned off using the airbag
on-off switch on the instrument panel,
if equipped, the indicator light OFF or the
off symbol will come on and stay on as a
reminder that the airbag has been turned
off. This light will go off when the airbag
has been turned on. SeeAirbag On-Off
Switch 042 for more information, including
important safety information.
United States
Canada and Mexico
{Warning
If the front outboard passenger frontal
airbag is turned off for a person who is
not in a risk group identified by the
national government, that person will not
have the extra protection of an airbag. In
a crash, the airbag will not be able to
inflate and help protect the person sitting
there. Do not turn off the front outboard
passenger frontal airbag unless the
person sitting there is in a risk group
identified by the national government.
(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
SeeAirbag On-Off Switch 042 for more
information, including important safety
information.
{Warning
If the airbag readiness light ever comes
on and stays on, it means that
something may be wrong with the airbag
system. For example, the front outboard
passenger frontal airbag could inflate
even though the airbag on-off switch is
turned off.
To help avoid injury to yourself or others,
have the vehicle serviced right away. See
Airbag Readiness Light 074 for more
information, including important safety
information.
If the word ON or the on symbol is lit, it
means that the front outboard passenger
frontal airbag is enabled, and may inflate.
See Airbag On-Off Switch 042 for more
information, including important safety
information.