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EXTERIOR LIGHTS ...................................43
Headlight Switch .................................... 43
Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) ............ 43
High Beam Headlights .......................... 44
Automatic Headlights ............................ 44
Flash-To-Pass ......................................... 44
Automatic High Beam Headlights —
If Equipped ............................................. 44 Parking Lights ....................................... 45
Headlight Off Delay ................................ 45
Rear Fog Lights ...................................... 45
Adaptive Headlight System —
If Equipped ............................................. 45 Turn Signals .......................................... 45
Lane Change Assist ............................... 45
INTERIOR LIGHTS ....................................45
Front Map Reading Lights ..................... 46
Interior Ambient Lighting ...................... 46
Rear Overhead Light ............................. 47
Instrument Panel Dimmer Control ........ 47
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS....47
Windshield Wiper Operation ................. 48
Rain Sensing Wipers.............................. 48
Rear Window Wiper/Washer................. 49
Headlamp Washers — If Equipped ....... 49
CLIMATE CONTROLS ...............................49
Automatic Dual-Zone Climate
Control System ...................................... 50
INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT ... 56
Glove Compartment ...............................56
Center Console .......................................56
Rear Armrest ..........................................56
Power Outlets ........................................ 57
Cigar Lighter And Ash Tray —
If Equipped .............................................58 Wireless Charging Pad —
If Equipped .............................................58
POWER WINDOWS................................... 59
Power Window Controls .........................59
Auto-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch
Protection ............................................... 59 Power Window System Initialization .....59
Wind Buffeting .......................................59
POWER SUNROOF —
IF EQUIPPED ........................................... 60
Power Sunroof ........................................ 60
Opening And Closing The Sunroof ........60
Venting Sunroof......................................61
Sunshade Operation ..............................61
Pinch Protect Feature ............................61
Re-Initialization Procedure ....................61
Sunroof Maintenance ............................61
HOOD ...................................................... 62
Opening The Hood ................................. 62
Closing The Hood ...................................62
POWER LIFTGATE ................................... 62
Opening...................................................62
Closing ....................................................64
Re-Initialization Procedure ....................65
Cargo Area Features ..............................66
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ........... 68
Instrument Cluster ............................... 68
Instrument Cluster Descriptions .......... 69
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ........... 70
Instrument Cluster Display
Description ............................................. 70 Reconfigurable Instrument Cluster
Display .................................................... 70 Reconfigurable Display Items ............... 70
Customer Programmable Settings ....... 73
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ON
THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ....................... 74
Red Warning Lights ............................... 75
Amber Warning Lights ........................... 76
Green Indicator Lights........................... 78
Blue Indicator Lights ............................. 79
Red Symbols .......................................... 79
Amber Symbols ...................................... 80
Green Symbols ...................................... 83
Blue Symbols ......................................... 84
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM ............ 84
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity ......................................... 84
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS .................... 85
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Description
The Automatic Dual Zone Climate Control System
adjusts the temperature and air distribution
independently between the driver and
passenger.
The system maintains the set temperature inside
the passenger compartment and compensates
for outside temperature change.

NOTE:
The reference temperature is 72°F (22°C) for
optimal comfort management.
The automatic setting will adjust the following to
maintain comfort within the passenger
compartment:
Air temperature from the driver/front
passenger side vents
Air distribution from the driver/front passenger
side vents
Fan speed (continuous variation of the air flow)
Compressor variations (for cooling/dehumid-
ifying the air)
Air recirculation
The Climate Control System can also be operated
manually by using the buttons and knobs on the
faceplate.
Manual selections will override the automatic
settings, which are stored until the AUTO button is
pushed. If the system intervenes for safety
reasons, the automatic setting will take control of
the system.
The following operations will not deactivate the
automatic (AUTO) function:
Air Recirculation activation/deactivation
A/C activation/deactivation
SYNC function activation
Rear Window Defrost activation/deactivation
When in AUTO mode, the vehicle’s internal
temperature is controlled according to the set
temperature.
The following can be manually set or adjusted:
Driver/passenger air temperature
Blower speed (continuous variation)
Air distribution (seven positions for driver and
passenger)
A/C activation
Front Defroster
Air recirculation
Rear Defroster
System deactivation
A/C Compressor
Push the A/C button or the icon to activate or
deactivate the A/C compressor (indicator
illuminated when activated). The A/C compressor
will remain off even after the engine has stopped.
When the A/C compressor is turned off, the
system deactivates air recirculation to prevent
the windows from fogging up. If the climate
control system can maintain the temperature,
with the A/C turned off, the AUTO feature will
remain on and the AUTO button indicator light will
not switch off.
To restore automatic control of the A/C
compressor, push the A/C button or the icon or
the AUTO button. With the A/C compressor off,
the air speed can be set manually using the Air
Speed Adjustment Knob. When the A/C compressor is on, and the engine
is running, air speed cannot be lower than the
minimum speed (only one indicator light is lit).

NOTE:
When the A/C is off, the Climate Control system
can not produce air that is colder than the current
outside temperature. Under certain environ
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mental conditions, windows could fog up rapidly
since the air is not dehumidified.
Air Recirculation And Air Quality System (AQS)
Air Recirculation is managed according
to the following operating mode:
Automatic engagement: indicator is
illuminated above the “A” on the
Air Recirculation Button
Forced activation (air circulation always
activated): indicator illuminated above
the icon on the Air Recirculation Button
Forced deactivation (air recirculation always
off with intake of outside air): both indicators
not illuminated on the Air Recirculation Button
The three operating conditions are obtained by
pushing the Air Recirculation Button in
sequence.
Enabling The Air Quality System (AQS) Function —
If Equipped
When the automatic recirculation function is
selected, the AQS function automatically
activates internal air recirculation when the
outside air is polluted (e.g. in heavy traffic and
tunnels).
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At low external temperatures or in high humidity,
the automatic function turns off to avoid fogging
up the windows. The user can select the function
again by pushing the Air Recirculation Button.
In automatic operation, air recirculation will be
controlled by the system according to outside
environmental conditions.

NOTE:

With the AQS function active and after the
internal air recirculation system has been
functioning for a set amount of time, the
Climate Control System enables air intake to
cycle the air in the passenger compartment for
a set time. The AQS function is disabled during
the air changes.
The engagement of the recirculation system
makes it possible to reach the required heating
or cooling conditions faster. It is, however,
inadvisable to use it on rainy/cold days as it
can increase the possibility of the windows
fogging. When the outside temperature is low,
recirculation is forced off to prevent the
windows from fogging up.
Front Defrost Air comes from the windshield and side
window demist outlets. Use Defrost
mode with maximum temperature
settings for best windshield and side
window defrosting and defogging.
Rear Defrost
Push the Rear Defrost button to activate
(indicators illuminated) the Rear
Defroster. The Rear Defrost will turn off after 20 minutes or
once the engine is turned off.

NOTE:
To avoid damage, do not apply stickers over the
interior heating filaments of the Rear Defroster.
Front Defrost And MAX-DEF Function
Push the MAX-DEF button (indicator
illuminated) to defrost the windshield
and side windows.
While in MAX-DEF function, the air conditioner
will:
Activate the air conditioner compressor when
the weather allows
Turn air recirculation off
Set the maximum air temperature (HI) on both
the driver and passenger side
Activate a blower speed based on the
temperature of the engine coolant
Adjust the air flow towards the windshield and
front side windows
Activate the Rear Window Defrost
Display the fan speed (indicators illuminated)
and current air distribution setting

NOTE:
The MAX-DEF function remains active for approx -
imately three minutes once the engine coolant
reaches the proper temperature.
When the function is on, AUTO mode will
deactivate. The only manual operations possible
are adjusting blower speed and turning off the
Rear Window Defrost. Pushing the Air Recirculation button switches
off the MAX-DEF function.
Air Temperature Adjustment
Rotate the driver or passenger Temperature
Adjustment Knob clockwise for warmer
temperatures or counterclockwise for cooler
temperatures. The set temperatures are shown
on the radio system.
Push the SYNC button to sync the driver and
passenger air temperatures.
Rotate the passenger Temperature Adjustment
Knob to cancel the SYNC function. This will set a
new passenger side temperature.
Rotate the Temperature Adjustment Knob fully
clockwise to engage the HI (maximum heating)
setting or fully counterclockwise to engage the
LO (maximum cooling) setting. To deactivate
these functions, rotate the Temperature
Adjustment Knob to the desired temperature.
Rear passengers’ temperature is linked to driver
side selection.
AUTO Button
When the AUTO button is pushed (indicator
illuminated), the Climate Control system automat
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ically adjusts the following settings:Quantity and distribution of air flow in the
passenger compartment
The air conditioner
Air recirculation
Cancels any manual settings
Selecting the AUTO function illuminates the
indicator on the A/C button.
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To Turn On The Climate Control System
To switch the Climate Control system on in
automatic mode, push the AUTO button.
Operating Mode
The Climate Control system can be activated in
different ways. It is recommended to use the
automatic function. Push the AUTO button and
set the desired temperatures.
The automatic system adjusts the temperature,
quantity, and distribution of air introduced into
the passenger compartment. It also controls air
recirculation and the activation of the air
conditioner.
At any time during automatic operation, you can
change the temperature, activate or deactivate
the Rear Defrost, activate SYNC, activate or
deactivate the air conditioner, and activate or
deactivate air recirculation. The system will
automatically adjust to the new settings.
Climate Control Display Settings
The Climate Control settings are visible on the
radio screen.
The display on the radio system is a pop up
window, which is activated by pushing the
buttons or turning the knobs on the Climate
Control system. The indicator lights located on
the buttons and knobs indicate that the selected
feature is on/off. If no operation is performed for
a predetermined time, the pop-up will close on
the display.
Humidity Sensor
The Humidity Sensor helps prevent the windows
from fogging up. The AUTO function (indicator
illuminated) must be on for the Humidity Sensor
to function.
When outside temperature is low, the system may
turn the compressor on and turn air recirculation
off for safer driving.
Stop/Start
The Stop/Start system shuts off the engine when
the vehicle speed is 0 mph (0 km/h), as a fuel
conservation measure.
In order to maintain comfort in the cabin, the
Stop/Start feature will not activate if any of the
following conditions exist:
The Climate Control system is in AUTO mode
(indicator illuminated), and the vehicle has yet
to reach the set temperature
The Climate Control system is in LO maximum
cooling
The Climate Control system is in HI maximum
heating
The Climate Control system is in the MAX-DEF
status
When the Stop/Start system is active, the engine
will restart if the inside temperature changes
significantly, or if the LO setting, or MAX-DEF
setting, is activated. With Stop/Start system on (engine is OFF), air
flow is reduced to keep the compartment comfort
conditions for longer.
Until the temperature drastically changes within
the cabin, the climate control system will
continue to maintain the temperature while the
engine is off. By deactivating the Stop/Start
system with the button (located by the
headlight switch), the climate control system
operates normally according to the settings.

NOTE:

In harsh climate conditions, limit the use of the
Stop/Start system to prevent the compressor
from continuously switching on and off. This
will cause rapid misting of the windows and the
accumulation of humidity in the passenger
compartment.
When the Stop/Start system is on, the climate
control system will always take air in from
outside, reducing the probability of the
windows fogging up.
System Maintenance
In winter months, the Climate Control system
must be turned on at least once a month for
approximately 10 minutes.
Have the system inspected at an authorized
dealer before the summer.
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If it is closed, the Hands-Free Liftgate unlocks and
opens completely, and with another movement of
the foot, it stops. A further movement of the foot
reverses the direction and closes the liftgate
completely, if you do not stop it again.
If it is open, with a movement of the foot, the
Hands-Free Liftgate closes completely, and with
another movement of the foot, it stops. If the
liftgate is stopped, another movement of the foot
will reverse the direction and open it completely.

NOTE:
To conserve the battery charge, avoid performing
this operation repeatedly with the engine off.
You can activate/deactivate the Hands-Free
Liftgate on the radio system by pushing the MENU
button to select the Main menu, and selecting the
following items:
1. Settings
2. Doors And Locks
3. Automatic Liftgate Opening
RE-INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE
Automatic operation of the liftgate must be
re-initialized in case of faulty liftgate operation.
It may also be necessary to re-initialize the liftgate
after the vehicle’s battery has been disconnected
and then reconnected.
Proceed as follows:
1. Close all the doors and the liftgate.
2. Press the lock button on the key fob.
3. Press the unlock button on the key fob.
WARNING!
Driving with the liftgate open can allow
poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle.
You and your passengers could be injured by
these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when
you are operating the vehicle.
If you are required to drive with the liftgate
open, make sure that all windows are closed,
and the climate control blower switch is set
at high speed. Do not use the recirculation
mode.
During power operation, personal injury or
cargo damage may occur. Ensure the liftgate
travel path is clear. Make sure the liftgate is
closed and latched before driving away.
CAUTION!
The Hands-Free Liftgate can be turned off
manually in the radio system to avoid
unintentional activation. For further
information refer to the Information and
Entertainment System Owner’s Manual
Supplement.
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