CLIMATE CONTROL –
TROUBLESHOOTING
CLIMATE CONTROL – FREQUENTLYASKED QUESTIONS
Why is the volume of air to the rearpassenger compartment limited ?
Objects may obstruct the air directionto the rear passenger compartment.Make sure objects have not beenplaced under the front seats.
Why is the volume of air from the air ventsreduced?
The air intake area at the base of thewindshield could be obstructed. Makesure the air intake area is free from anysnow, ice or leaves.
What are the recommended settings forheating the interior?
Auto mode on and instrument panel andside air vents fully open.
How can I quickly heat the interior?
Select the highest blower motor speed,highest temperature and direct the airto the footwell air vents.
What are the recommended settings forcooling the interior?
Auto mode on.
How can I quickly cool the interior?
Switch maximum cooling on, switchrecirculated air on and drive with thewindows open until you feel cold airthrough the air vents.
How can I reduce the humidity build-upinside my vehicle?
Do not drive with the system off or withrecirculated air on.
How can I defog the side windows?
Switch maximum defrost on.
How can I defog or clear the windshield ofthin ice?
Switch maximum defrost on.
Why do I feel air from the footwell air ventsregardless of the air distribution?
This is normal operation. You may feela small amount of air from the footwellair vents regardless of the airdistribution.
What happens if I switch auto mode onwhen the outside temperature andin-vehicle temperature is high?
The system temporarily selectsrecirculated air to maximize cooling.
What happens if I switch auto mode onwhen the outside temperature is low andthe engine is cold?
Air is directed to the windshield and theouter instrument panel air vents.
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Press this symbol to cycle through thevarious ventilation settings and off. Moreindicator lights indicate higher fan speeds.
If the engine falls below 350 RPM while theventilated seats are on, the feature turnsitself off. You need to reactivate it.
Note:The ventilated seats may remain onafter you remote start your vehicle, basedon your remote start settings. The ventilatedseats may also turn on when you start yourvehicle if they were on when you switchedyour vehicle off.
Automatic Climate Controlled Seats (If
Equipped)
When you switch the auto setting on, theclimate controlled seats switch between theheated seats and ventilated seats to matchyour climate control setting.
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LOCATING THE USB PORTS
Data Transfer USB Ports
The USB ports could be in the followinglocations:
•On the lower instrument panel below theclimate control.
•Inside the center console.
Note: These USB ports can also chargedevices.
Note: Not all USB ports in your vehicle havedata transfer capabilities.
Note: We recommend using only USB-IFcertified cables and adapters. Non-certifiedcables and adapters may not work.
Charge Only USB Ports
The USB ports could be in the followinglocations:
•On the lower instrument panel.
•On the upper instrument panel.
•Inside the media bin.
•Inside the center console.
•On the rear of the center console.
•In the cargo area.
PLAYING MEDIA USING THE USB
PORT
WARNING: Driving while distractedcan result in loss of vehicle control, crashand injury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is the safeoperation of your vehicle. We recommendagainst the use of any hand-held devicewhile driving and encourage the use ofvoice-operated systems when possible.Make sure you are aware of all applicablelocal laws that may affect the use ofelectronic devices while driving.
Connect your device to the USB port.
Press the audio button on thefeature bar.
Select Sources.
Select the USB option.
Press the button to play a track.Press the button again to pausethe track.
Press the button to skip to the nexttrack.
Press and hold the button to fastforward through the track.
Press the button once to return tothe beginning of a track.Repeatedly press the button toreturn to previous tracks.
Press and hold the button to fast rewind.
CHARGING A DEVICE
Connect your device to the USB port.
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STARTING AND STOPPING THE
ENGINE – PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Extended idling at highengine speeds can produce very hightemperatures in the engine and exhaustsystem, creating the risk of fire or otherdamage.
WARNING: Do not park, idle or driveyour vehicle on dry grass or other dryground cover. The emission system heatsup the engine compartment and exhaustsystem, creating the risk of fire.
WARNING: Do not start the enginein a closed garage or in other enclosedareas. Exhaust fumes are toxic. Alwaysopen the garage door before you start theengine. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: Do not use starting fluid,for example ether, in the air intake system.Such fluid could cause immediateexplosive damage to the engine andpossible personal injury.
WARNING: Exhaust leaks may resultin entry of harmful and potentially lethalfumes into the passenger compartment. Ifyou smell exhaust fumes inside yourvehicle, have your vehicle inspectedimmediately. Do not drive if you smellexhaust fumes.
The powertrain control system meets allCanadian interference-causing equipmentstandard requirements regulating theimpulse electrical field or radio noise.
If you stop your vehicle and leave the engineidling for long periods, we recommend thatyou do one of the following:
•Open the windows at least 1 in (2.5 cm).
•Set your climate control to outside air.
PUSH BUTTON IGNITION SWITCH
Switching the Ignition Off
When the ignition is on or in accessory mode,press the push button ignition switch oncewithout your foot on the brake pedal.
Switching the Ignition to AccessoryMode
When the ignition is off, press the pushbutton ignition switch once without your footon the brake pedal.
All electrical circuits and accessories areoperational and the warning lamps andindicators illuminate.
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ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)
ENGINE BLOCK HEATERPRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Failure to follow engineblock heater instructions could result inproperty damage or serious personalinjury.
WARNING: Do not use your heaterwith ungrounded electrical systems ortwo-pronged adapters. There is a risk ofelectrical shock.
WARNING: Do not fully close thehood, or allow it to drop under its ownweight when using the engine blockheater. This could damage the power cableand may cause an electrical short resultingin fire, injury and property damage.
We recommend that you do the following fora safe and correct operation:
•Use a 16-gauge outdoor extension cordthat is product certified by Underwriter’sLaboratory (UL) or Canadian StandardsAssociation (CSA). This extension cordmust be suitable for use outdoors, in coldtemperatures, and be clearly markedSuitable for Use with OutdoorAppliances. Do not use an indoorextension cord outdoors. This couldresult in an electric shock or become afire hazard.
•Use as short an extension cord aspossible.
•Do not use multiple extension cords.
•Make sure that when in operation, theextension cord plug and engine blockheater cord plug connections are freeand clear of water. This could cause anelectric shock or fire.
•If the engine block heater cord is underthe hood, do not remove the wiring fromits original location. Do not close thehood on the extension wiring.
•Park your vehicle in a clean area, clearof combustible materials.
•Firmly connect the engine block heatercord and the extension cord.
•Check the extension cord for heatanywhere when the system has beenoperating for approximately 30 minutes.
•Unplug and properly stow the systembefore starting and driving your vehicle.The protective cover seals the terminalsof the engine block heater cord plugwhen not in use.
•Check the engine block heater systemfor proper operation before winter.
HOW DOES THE ENGINE BLOCKHEATER WORK
The engine block heater warms the enginecoolant. This allows the climate controlsystem to quickly respond. The equipmentincludes a heater element installed in theengine block and a wire harness. You canconnect the system to a grounded 220-240volt AC electrical source.
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TOWING YOUR VEHICLE
PRECAUTIONS
Use the following guidelines when towingyour vehicle. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in vehicle damage not coveredby the vehicle warranty.
Note:Make sure you properly secure yourvehicle to the tow vehicle.
Note:If you are unsure of the vehicle’sconfiguration, contact an authorized dealer.
RECREATIONALLY TOWING YOUR
VEHICLE - 2.0L, AWD
You cannot recreational tow your vehiclewith all wheels on the ground becausevehicle or transmission damage could occur.You must recreational tow your vehicle withall four wheels off the ground, such as whenusing a car-hauling trailer. Otherwise, youcannot recreational tow your vehicle.
RECREATIONALLY TOWING YOUR
VEHICLE - 2.0L, FWD
You cannot recreational tow your vehiclewith all wheels on the ground becausevehicle or transmission damage could occur.Place the front wheels on a two-wheel towdolly. If you are using a tow dolly, follow theinstructions specified by the equipmentprovider.
Note:Release the parking brake beforetowing your vehicle. See ManuallyReleasing the Electric Parking Brake (page223).
RECREATIONALLY TOWING YOUR
VEHICLE - 2.7L
Note:Put your climate control system inrecirculated air mode to prevent exhaustfumes from entering the vehicle. SeeClimate Control (page 156).
Follow these guidelines if you have a needfor recreational towing. An example ofrecreational towing would be towing yourvehicle behind a motorhome. We designedthese guidelines to prevent damage to yourtransmission.
You can recreational tow your vehicle withall four wheels on the ground using theManual Park Release procedure, or with allfour wheels off the ground using a vehicletransport trailer. If you are using a vehicletransport trailer, follow the instructionsspecified by the equipment provider.
If you recreational tow your vehicle with allfour wheels on the ground:
•Only tow your vehicle in the forwarddirection.
•Use the manual park release procedure.See Using Manual Park Release (page214). Failure to do so may result indamage to the transmission.
•Do not exceed 65 mph (105 km/h).
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Protected ComponentFuse RatingFuse Number
Not used.–71
Not used.—72
Rear heated seats.20 A73
Driver seat module.30 A74
Windshield wiper motor.25 A75
Power liftgate module.30 A76
Climate controlled seat module.30 A77
Trailer tow.40 A78
Blower motor.40 A79
Not used.—80
110 V inverter.40 A81
Not used.–82
Not used.—83
Starter motor solenoid.30 A84
Not used.—85
Anti-lock brake system pump.60 A87
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Protected ComponentsFuse RatingFuse or Relay Number
Lumbar.Wireless accessory charging.
Subwoofer amplifier.20 A4
Not used.–5
Security horn relay.10 A6
Gearshift module.10 A7
Power liftgate module.5 A8Hands free liftgate module.Embedded modem.
Keypad.5 A9Combined sensing module.
Not used.–10
Not used.–11
Climate control module.7.5 A12Enhanced central gateway module.
Instrument cluster.7.5 A13Steering column control module.
Not used.15 A14
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