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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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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WHAT IS THE POWER OUTLET
The power outlet is a socket that connectsan electrical device to your vehicle's powersupply.
POWER OUTLET PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Do not keep electricaldevices plugged in the power pointwhenever the device is not in use. Do notuse any extension cord with the 110 voltAC power point, since it will defeat thesafety protection design. Doing so maycause the power point to overload due topowering multiple devices that can reachbeyond the 150 watt load limit and couldresult in fire or serious injury.
Note:The power point turns off when youswitch off the ignition, when the vehicle isnot in accessory mode, or when the batteryvoltage drops below 11 volts.
LOCATING THE POWER OUTLETS
The power outlet is on the instrument panelor the rear of the center console.
POWER OUTLET INDICATORS
The power outlet indicator illuminates to letyou know the status of the system.
DescriptionIndicator Status
When the indicatorlight is on, the outletis providing power.
On
When the indicatorlight is off, there isno power to theoutlet.
Off
When the indicatorlight is flashing, theoutlet is in a faultmode.
Flashing
Fault mode
The power outlet temporarily turns off powerif the device exceeds the watt limit.
1.Unplug your device.
2.Switch your vehicle off to let the systemcool and reset the fault mode.
3.Switch your vehicle back on, but do notplug your device back in.
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WHAT IS THE POWER OUTLET
The power outlet can power devices usinga 12 V outlet adapter.
POWER OUTLET PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Do not plug optionalelectrical accessories into the cigar lightersocket. Incorrect use of the cigar lightercan cause damage not covered by thevehicle warranty, and can result in fire orserious injury.
When you switch the vehicle on, you can usethe socket to power 12 V appliances with amaximum current rating of 20 A. Do not usethe power point over the vehicle capacity of12 V DC 240 W or a fuse could blow. Do notplug in any device that supplies power to thevehicle through the power points. This couldresult in damage to vehicle systems. Do nothang any accessory from the accessory plug.Always keep the power point caps closedwhen not in use. Do not insert objects otherthan an accessory plug into the power point.
To prevent the battery from running out ofcharge:
•Do not use the power point longer thannecessary when the vehicle is off.
•Do not leave devices plugged inovernight or when you park your vehiclefor extended periods.
LOCATING THE POWER OUTLETS
Power outlets may be in the followinglocations:
•On the lower instrument panel.
•Inside the center console.
•On the front of the center console.
•On the rear of the center console.
•In the cargo area.
•On the passenger side floor panel.
•3rd row on the quarter trim panels.
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WHAT IS THE WIRELESS
ACCESSORY CHARGER
The wireless accessory charger allows youto charge one compatible Qi wirelesscharging device on the charging area.
WIRELESS ACCESSORY CHARGER
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Wireless chargingdevices can affect the operation ofimplanted medical devices, includingcardiac pacemakers. If you have anyimplanted medical devices, we recommendthat you consult with your physician.
Keep the charging area clean and removeforeign objects prior to charging a device.
Do not place items with a magnetic strip orradio-frequency identification chip, forexample passports, parking tickets,transportation passes or credit cards, nearthe charging area when charging a device.Damage could occur to the magnetic stripor radio-frequency identification chip.
Do not place metal objects, for exampleremote controls, coins and candy wrappers,on or near the charging area when charginga device. Metal objects may heat up anddegrade the charging performance, inaddition to causing interruptions in charging.
Charging could be interrupted, degraded, orcould stop if any of the following occur:
•The system detects a foreign object.
•The device is misaligned on the chargingarea.
•The device moves on the active chargingarea when the vehicle is in motion.
•The vehicle ambient temperature is toohigh.
•You attempt to charge a non-Qicompatible device on the wirelesscharger.
Note:During charging, the device and thecharger could heat up, this is normal. If thebattery gets hotter than usual, the devicemay stop charging.
LOCATING THE WIRELESS
ACCESSORY CHARGER
The charging area is on the centerconsole or in the media bin belowthe instrument panel.
CHARGING A WIRELESS DEVICE
Place the device on the center of thecharging surface with the charging sidedown. The charging stops after your devicereaches a full charge.
You can use the charger when the vehicleis in accessory mode, when the vehicle isrunning, or when SYNC is on.
Displays on the status bar whenwireless charging is in progress.
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WHAT IS AUTO-START-STOP
The system is designed to help reduce fuelconsumption and CO2 emissions by stopping
the engine when it is idling, for example attraffic lights.
AUTO-START-STOP PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Apply the parking brake,shift into park (P), switch the ignition offand remove the key before you leave yourvehicle. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: Apply the parking brake,shift into park (P), switch the ignition offand remove the key before you open thehood or have any service or repair workcompleted. If you do not switch the ignitionoff, the engine could restart at any time.Failure to follow this instruction could resultin personal injury or death.
SWITCHING AUTO-START-STOP
ON AND OFF
Press the driver assistance button on theinstrument panel to access theAuto-Start-Stop feature on the touchscreen.Use the touchscreen to deactivate thefeature. Deactivating the feature lasts onlyone key cycle. Use the touchscreen torestore Auto-Start-Stop function.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
Stop your vehicle, keep your foot on thebrake pedal and the transmission in drive(D).
Note:Power assist steering turns off whenthe engine stops.
RESTARTING THE ENGINE
Release the brake pedal or press theaccelerator pedal.
A message appears in the informationdisplay if the system requires you to takeaction.
AUTO-START-STOP INDICATORS
WARNING: The system may requirethe engine to automatically restart whenthe auto-start-stop indicator illuminatesgreen or flashes amber. Failure to followthis instruction could result in personalinjury.
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Note:A tone could sound when you selectpark (P).
REVERSE (R)
WARNING: Shift into reverse (R) onlywhen your vehicle is stationary.
In reverse (R) power is transmitted to thedriven wheels.
NEUTRAL (N)
WARNING: In neutral (N) your vehicleis free to roll.
In neutral (N) power is not transmitted to thedriven wheels.
DRIVE (D)
In drive (D) power is transmitted to the drivenwheels.
SPORT (S)
Putting the vehicle in sport (S):
•Provides additional engine braking andextends lower gear operation to enhanceperformance for uphill climbs, hilly terrainor mountainous areas. This increasesengine RPM during engine braking.
•Provides additional lower gear operationthrough the automatic transmission shiftstrategy.
•Provides gear selection more quickly andat higher engine speeds.
Note:You can shift into sport at any vehiclespeed.
SHIFTING YOUR VEHICLE INTO
GEAR
The transmission selector is located near themiddle of the instrument panel. Press abutton to select a position.
•Park (P)
•Reverse (R)
•Neutral (N)
•Drive (D)
•Sport (S) (If equipped)
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
POSITION INDICATORS
The instrument cluster displays the currentposition.
Note:The position could illuminate on thetransmission selector.
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WHAT IS THE ELECTRIC PARKING
BRAKE
The electric parking brake is used to holdyour vehicle on slopes and flat roads.
APPLYING THE ELECTRIC
PARKING BRAKE
WARNING: Always fully apply theparking brake and make sure you shift intopark (P). Failure to follow this instructioncould result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: If you drive extendeddistances with the parking brake applied,you could cause damage to the brakesystem.
The switch is on the lower part ofthe instrument panel.
1.Pull the switch up.
The red warning lamp flashes duringoperation and illuminates when the parkingbrake is applied.
Note:You can apply the electric parkingbrake when the ignition is off.
Note:The electric parking brake could applywhen the transmission selector is in park (P).See Park (P) (page 210).
APPLYING THE ELECTRIC
PARKING BRAKE IN AN
EMERGENCY
You can use the electric parking brake toslow or stop your vehicle in an emergency.
1.Pull the switch up and hold it.
The electric parking brake continues to slowyour vehicle down unless you release theswitch.
The red warning lamp illuminates, a tonesounds and the stoplamps turn on when youuse the electric parking brake in anemergency.
Note:Do not apply the electric parking brakewhen your vehicle is moving, except in anemergency. If you repeatedly use the electricparking brake to slow or stop your vehicle,you could cause damage to the brakesystem.
MANUALLY RELEASING THE
ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE
1.Switch the ignition on.
2.Press and hold the brake pedal.
3.Push the switch down.
The red warning lamp turns off.
Pulling Away on a Hill When Towing aTrailer
1.Press and hold the brake pedal.
2.Pull the switch upward and hold it.
3.Shift into gear.
4.Press the accelerator pedal until enginehas developed sufficient torque toprevent your vehicle from rolling downthe hill.
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