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NOTE:
Prior to folding the rear seat, it may be
necessary to position the front seat to its
mid-track position. Also, be sure that the
front seats are fully upright and positioned
forward. This will allow the rear seat to fold
down easily.
To Lower The Rear Seat
1. Pull the seatback release lever located oneither side of the upper outer edge of the
seat. Folding Down The Rear Seat
2. Fold that side of the rear seatback completely forward.
To Raise The Rear Seat
NOTE:
If interference from the cargo area prevents
the seatback from fully locking, you will have
difficulty returning the seat to its proper
position.
Raise the seatback and lock it into place.
The release lever will show a red indicator
while in the unlocked position. Once the seat
is locked in, the red indicator will no longer
be visible.
Driver Memory Seat — If Equipped
This feature allows the driver to store up to
two different memory profiles, for easy recall
through a memory switch. Each memory
profile contains desired position settings for
the driver seat and a set of desired radio
station presets.
The memory switch is located on the driver's
side door panel. The switch contains three
buttons, the set (S) button to activate the
memory save function, and memory profile
buttons (1) and (2). The memory buttons
allow the driver to recall either of the two
pre-programmed memory profiles by pushing
the appropriate number button on the
switch.
WARNING!
It is extremely dangerous to ride in a
cargo area, inside or outside 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
your vehicle that is not equipped with
seats and seat belts.
Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a
seat and using a seat belt properly.
1 — Seatback Release Levers
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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Memory Seat Switches
Programming The Memory Feature
To create a new memory profile, perform the
following:
NOTE:
Saving a new memory profile will erase an
existing profile from memory.
1. Place the vehicle’s ignition in the ONposition.
2. Adjust all memory profile settings to desired preferences (i.e., seat and radio
station presets).

3. Push and release the set (S) button on the memory switch, then push the memory
button (1) within five seconds. The instru -
ment cluster display will display which
memory position is being set.
If desired, a second memory profile can be
stored into memory as follows:
1. Place the vehicle’s ignition in the ON
position.
2. Adjust all memory profile settings to desired preferences (i.e., seat and radio
station presets).
3. Push and release the set (S) button on the memory switch, then push the
memory button (2) within five seconds.
The instrument cluster display will
display which memory position is being
set.
NOTE:
Memory profiles can be set without the
vehicle in PARK, but the vehicle must be
in PARK to recall a memory profile.
To set a memory profile to your key fob,
refer to “Linking And Unlinking The
Remote Keyless Entry Key Fob To
Memory” in this section.
Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless
Entry Key Fob To Memory
Your remote keyless entry key fob can be
programmed to recall one of two pre-programmed memory profiles with a
push of the unlock button on the key fob.
NOTE:
Before programming your key fob you must
select the “Memory Linked To FOB” feature
through the Uconnect system screen. Refer
to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” in
the Owner’s Manual for further information.
To program your key fob, perform the
following:
1. Place the vehicle’s ignition in the OFF
position.
2. Select the 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. Push and release the set (S) button on the memory switch, then within five
seconds push and release the button
labeled (1) or (2) accordingly. “Memory
Profile Set” (1 or 2) will display in the
instrument cluster display.
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4. Push and release the lock button on thekey fob within 10 seconds.
NOTE:
Your key fob can be unlinked to your memory
settings by pushing the set (S) button,
followed by pushing the unlock button on the
key fob within 10 seconds.
Memory Position Recall
NOTE:
The vehicle must be in PARK to recall
memory positions. If a recall is attempted
when the vehicle is not in PARK, a message
will display in the instrument cluster display.
To recall the memory settings for driver
one, push memory button (1) or the unlock
button on the key fob linked to memory
position 1.
To recall the memory settings for driver
two, push memory button (2) or the unlock
button on the key fob linked to memory
position 2.
A recall can be canceled by pushing any of
the memory buttons (S, 1, or 2) during a
recall. When a recall is canceled, the driver
seat will stop moving. A delay of one second
will occur before another recall can be
selected.
Front Heated Seats — If Equipped
The front heated seats control buttons are
located within the Uconnect system. You can
gain access to the control buttons through
the climate screen or the controls screen.
Press the heated seat button once to
turn the HI setting on.
Press the heated seat button a second
time to turn the LO setting on.
Press the heated seat button a third
time to turn the heating elements off.
If your vehicle is equipped with automatic
temperature controls with an integrated
center stack, or manual temperature
controls, you’ll find the heated seat switches
on the switch bank below the radio screen.
If the HI level setting is selected, the system
will automatically switch to LO level after
approximately 60 minutes of continuous
operation. At that time, the display will
change from HI to LO, indicating the change.
The LO level setting will turn off automati -
cally after approximately 45 minutes.
NOTE:
The engine must be running for the heated
seats to operate. Vehicles With Remote Start — If Equipped
On models that are equipped with remote
start, the heated 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” in the Owner’s
Manual 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, exhaus-
tion 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 insulates 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 to the increased
surface temperature of the seat.
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Front Ventilated Seats — If Equipped
If your vehicle is equipped with ventilated
seats, the seat cushion and seat back will
have 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 two speeds, HI and LO.
The front ventilated seats control buttons are
located within the Uconnect system. You can
gain access to the control buttons through
the climate screen or the controls screen.
Press the ventilated seat button once to
choose HI.
Press the ventilated seat button a
second time to choose LO.
Press the ventilated seat button a third
time to turn the ventilated seat off.
NOTE:
The engine must be running for the venti -
lated seats to operate.
Vehicles With Remote Start — If Equipped

On models that are equipped with remote start,
the ventilated 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” in the Owner's
Manual for further details.
40/20/40 Rear Seat Armrest— If Equipped
The center part of the rear seat can also be
used as a rear armrest with cup holders. Pull
the rear armrest tab to release it from the
seat and pull forward.
Rear Armrest
HEAD RESTRAINTS
Head restraints are designed to reduce the
risk of injury by restricting head movement in
the event of a rear impact. Head restraints
should be adjusted so that the top of the
head restraint is located above the top of
your ear.
NOTE:
Do not reverse the head restraints (making
the rear of the head restraint face forward) in
an attempt to gain additional clearance to
the back of your head.
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!
All occupants, including the driver,
should not operate a vehicle or sit in a
vehicle’s seat until the head restraints
are placed in their proper positions in
order to minimize the risk of neck injury
in the event of a crash.
Head restraints should never be adjusted
while the vehicle is in motion. Driving a
vehicle with the head restraints improp -
erly adjusted or removed could cause
serious injury or death in the event of a
collision.
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NOTE:
The head restraints should only be removed
by qualified technicians, for service
purposes only. If either of the head restraints
require removal, see an authorized dealer.
STEERING WHEEL
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
This feature allows you to tilt the steering
column upward or downward. It also allows
you to lengthen or shorten the steering
column. The tilt/telescoping lever is located
below the steering wheel at the end of the
steering column.Tilt/Telescoping Lever To unlock the steering column, push the
control handle downward (toward the floor).
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 in position, push the control
handle 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, as well as 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” in the Owner’s
Manual for further information.
WARNING!
ALL the head restraints MUST be
reinstalled in the vehicle to properly
protect the occupants.
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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EXTERIOR LIGHTS
Multifunction Lever
The multifunction lever controls the opera-
tion of the turn signals, headlight beam
selection and passing lights. The multifunc -
tion lever is located on the left side of the
steering column. Multifunction Lever
Headlight Switch
The headlight switch is located on the right
side of the instrument panel. The switch
controls the operation of headlights, auto
-
matic headlights (if equipped), front and rear
fog lights (if equipped), as well as headlight
leveling (if equipped). 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.
WARNING!
Persons who are unable to feel pain to
the skin because of advanced age,
chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord
injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus-
tion, or other physical conditions must
exercise care when using the steering
wheel heater. It may cause burns even at
low temperatures, especially if used for
long periods.
Do not place anything on the steering
wheel that insulates against heat, such
as a blanket or steering wheel covers of
any type and material. This may cause
the steering wheel heater to overheat.1 — Instrument Panel Dimmer
2 — Headlight Leveling Control
3 — Rotate Headlight Switch
4 — Push Front Fog Light
5 — Push Rear Fog Light
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Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If
Equipped
The Daytime Running Lights will turn on
when the engine is started and remain on
unless the headlamps are turned on or the
ignition is in the OFF position.
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” in the Owner’s
Manual for further details.
High/Low Beam Switch
Push the multifunction lever toward the
instrument panel to switch the headlights to
high beams. Pulling the multifunction lever
back toward the steering wheel will return
the lights to low beams.
Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control
— If Equipped
The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control
system provides increased forward lighting at
night by automating high beam control
through the use of a digital camera mounted
on the inside rearview mirror. This cameradetects vehicle specific light and automati
-
cally switches from high beams to low beams
until the approaching vehicle is out of view.
NOTE:
The Automatic High Beam Headlamp
Control can be turned on or off using the
Uconnect System. Refer to “Uconnect
Settings” in “Multimedia” in the Owner’s
Manual for further information.
Broken, muddy, or obstructed headlights
and taillights of vehicles in the field of
view will cause headlights to remain on
longer (closer to the vehicle). Also, dirt,
film, and other obstructions on the wind -
shield or camera lens will cause the
system to function improperly.
Flash-To-Pass
You can signal another vehicle with your
headlights by lightly pulling the multifunc -
tion lever toward you. This will cause the
high beam headlights to turn on, and remain
on, until the lever is released.
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped
This system automatically turns the head -
lights on or off according to ambient light
levels. To turn the system on, rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the last detent
for automatic headlight operation. When the
system is on, the headlight time delay
feature is also on. This means the headlights
will stay on for up to 90 seconds after you
place the ignition into the OFF position. To
turn the automatic system off, move the
headlight switch out of the AUTO position.
NOTE:
The engine must be running before the head
-
lights will come on in the automatic mode.
Headlight Time Delay
This feature provides the safety of headlight
illumination for up to 90 seconds (program -
mable) when leaving your vehicle in an unlit
area.
To activate the delay feature, place the igni -
tion in the OFF position while the headlights
are still on. Then, turn off the headlights
within 45 seconds. The delay interval begins
when the headlight switch is turned off.
If you turn the headlights or parking lights
on, or place the ignition in ACC or RUN, the
system will cancel the delay.
If you turn the headlights off before the igni -
tion, they will turn off in the normal manner.
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NOTE:
If either light remains on and does not
flash, or there is a very fast flash rate,
check for a defective outside light bulb. If
an indicator fails to light when the lever is
moved, it would suggest that the indicator
bulb is defective.
A “Turn Signal On” message will appear in
the instrument cluster display and a
continuous chime will sound if the vehicle
is driven more than 1 mile (1.6 km) witheither turn signal on.
When the Daytime Running Lights are on
and a turn signal is activated, the Daytime
Running Lamp will turn off on the side of
the vehicle in which the turn signal is
flashing. The Daytime Running Lamp will
turn back on when the turn signal is
turned off.
Headlight Leveling System — If Equipped
This system allows the driver to maintain
proper headlight beam position with the road
surface regardless of vehicle load.
The control switch is located on the instru -
ment panel next to the dimmer control. Headlight Leveling Control Switch
To operate, rotate the control switch until the
appropriate number, which corresponds to
the load listed on the chart, aligns with the
indicator line on the switch.
Battery Saver Feature
To protect the battery, the interior lights will
turn off automatically 15 minutes after the
ignition switch is placed in the OFF/LOCK
position. This will occur if the interior lights
were turned on manually or are on because a
door is open.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND
WASHERS
The windshield wiper/washer controls are
located on the windshield wiper/washer lever
on the right side of the steering column. The
front wipers are operated by rotating a
switch, located on the end of the lever. For
information on the rear wiper/washer, refer to
“Rear Window Wiper/Washer” in this
section.
Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever
0 /1 Driver only, or driver and front
passenger.
2 All seating positions occupied, plus an evenly distributed load in the luggage compartment. The total
weight of passengers and load does not exceed the maximum load capacity of the vehicle.
3 Driver, plus an evenly distributed load in the luggage compartment. The total weight of the driver and
load does not exceed the maximum load capacity of the vehicle.
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