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A circle with a slash through it is a safety
symbol which means“Do not,” “Do not do
this,” or“Do not let this happen.”
Symbols
The vehicle has components and labels that
use symbols instead of text. Symbols are
shown along with the text describing the
operation or information relating to a
specific component, control, message, gauge,
or indicator.
M:Shown when the owner’s manual has
additional instructions or information.
*: Shown when the service manual has
additional instructions or information.
0: Shown when there is more information
on another page — “see page.”
Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols that may
be found on the vehicle and what they
mean. See the features in this manual for
information.
u: Air Conditioning System
G:Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil
9:Airbag Readiness Light
!:Antilock Brake System (ABS)
$:Brake System Warning Light
9:Dispose of Used Components Properly
P:Do Not Apply High Pressure Water
B:Engine Coolant Temperature
_:Flame/Fire Prohibited
H: Flammable
[:Forward Collision Alert
R:Fuse Block Cover Lock Location
+:Fuses
j:ISOFIX/LATCH System Child Restraints
Q:Keep Fuse Block Covers Properly
Installed
|: Lane Change Alert
@:Lane Departure Warning
A:Lane Keep Assist
*: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
::Oil Pressure
X:Park Assist
~:Pedestrian Ahead Indicator
O:Power
7:Rear Cross Traffic Alert
I:Registered Technician
/:Remote Vehicle Start
h:Risk of Electrical Fire
>:Seat Belt Reminders
I:Side Blind Zone Alert
7:Tire Pressure Monitor
d:Traction Control/StabiliTrak/Electronic
Stability Control (ESC)
a: Under Pressure
k: Vehicle Ahead Indicator
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1.Air Vents 0171.
2. Instrument Panel Illumination Control
0109.
3. Exterior Lamp Controls 0106.
Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and
Lane-Change Signals 0108.
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
0 106.
4. Tap Shift (If Equipped). See Manual Mode
0 201.
Active Rev Match 0204 (If Equipped).
5. Instrument Cluster 084.
6. Windshield Wiper/Washer 079.
7. Infotainment. See Overview0113.
8. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp
System 0107.
9. Automatic Climate Control System 0165
or Dual Automatic Climate Control
System 0168 (If Equipped).
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 040
(If Equipped).
10. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission
0 199 or
Manual Transmission 0202. 11.
Power Outlets 080.
12. Electric Parking Brake 0206.
13. Traction Control/Electronic Stability
Control 0207.
Driver Mode Control 0209.
14. Hazard Warning Flashers 0108.
15. ENGINE START/STOP Button. See Ignition
Positions 0192.
16. Steering Wheel Controls 0115.
Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) 099.
17. Audio Controls. See Steering Wheel
Controls 0115.
18. Horn 079.
19. Steering Wheel Adjustment 078 (Out
of View).
20. Cruise Control 0213.
Heated Steering Wheel 079 (If
Equipped).
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
0 219 (If Equipped). 21.
Head-Up Display (HUD) 0102 (If
Equipped).
22. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). SeeMalfunction Indicator Lamp 093.
Hood Release (Out of View). See Hood
0 229.
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PressingQmay also arm the alarm system.
See Vehicle Alarm System 020.
K:Press to unlock the driver door. Press
unlock again within five seconds to unlock
all doors. The remote key can be
programmed to unlock all doors on the first
button press. To view available settings from
the infotainment screen, touch Settings >
Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock, Start.
The turn signal indicators may flash and/or
the horn may sound to indicate unlocking.
To view available settings from the
infotainment screen, touch Settings >
Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock, Start.
Pressing
Kwill disarm the alarm system.
See Vehicle Alarm System 020.
If equipped, press and hold
Kon the
remote key to open the windows remotely,
if enabled. To view available settings from
the infotainment screen, touch Settings >
Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock, Start.
/: If equipped, press and releaseQand
then immediately press and hold
/for at
least four seconds to start the engine from
outside the vehicle using the remote key.
See Remote Vehicle Start 014.
X:Press twice quickly to release the
trunk.
M: If equipped, press and releaseK,
then immediately press and hold
M
continuously to open the convertible top all
the way. The vehicle must be off to operate
the convertible top with the remote key.
The top will stop movement approximately
one second after
Mis released. To stop
the top immediately, press
7,K, orQon
the remote key.
Mwill only open the
convertible top.
The convertible top can also be opened
using a button in the overhead console. See
Convertible Top 029.
7:Press and release to initiate vehicle
locator. The exterior lamps flash and the
horn chirps three times.
Press and hold
7for at least three seconds
to sound the panic alarm. The horn sounds
and the turn signals flash for 30 seconds,
or until
7is pressed again or the ignition is
turned on.
Convertible Top
.Do not try to start the vehicle while using
the remote key to open the convertible
top. Release
Mon the remote key and
ENGINE START/STOP. Wait a few seconds
before starting the vehicle normally.
.The passive door unlock feature may not
operate properly while using the remote
key to open the convertible top.
The convertible top can also be opened
using a button in the overhead console. See
Convertible Top 029.
Keyless Access Operation
The Keyless Access system lets you lock and
unlock the doors and access the trunk
without removing the remote key from your
pocket, purse, briefcase, etc. The remote key
should be within 1 m (3 ft) of the trunk or
door being opened. There will be buttons on
the outside door handles.
Keyless Access can be programmed to
unlock all doors on the first lock/unlock
press from the driver door. Keyless Access
can also be turned Off. To view available
settings from the infotainment screen, touch
Settings > Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock,
Start.
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1. Remove the key from the remote key.
2. Place the two recognized remote keys inthe rear cupholder in the center console.
3. Remove the key lock cylinder cap on the driver door handle. See Door Locks015.
Insert the vehicle key of the new remote
key into the key lock cylinder on the
driver door handle and turn the key to
the unlock position five times within
10 seconds.
4. The DIC displays READY FOR REMOTE #3, 4 or 5, 6,7, or 8.5. Replace the recognized remote keys witha new remote key. Place the new remote
key in the rear cupholder in the center
console.
6. Press ENGINE START/STOP. When the remote key is learned, the DIC will show
that it is ready to program the next
remote key.
7. Remove the remote key from the cupholder and press
KorQ.
To program additional remote keys,
repeat Steps 3–5.
When all additional remote keys are
programmed, press and hold ENGINE
START/STOP for 12 seconds to exit
programming mode. 8. Put the key back into the remote key.
9. Replace the key lock cylinder cap on the
driver door handle. See Door Locks015.
Programming without Recognized
Remote Keys
If two currently recognized remote keys are
not available, follow this procedure to
program up to eight remote keys. This
feature is not available in Canada. This
procedure will take approximately
30 minutes to complete. The vehicle must
be off and all of the remote keys to be
programmed must be with you. 1. Remove the key from the remote key.
2. Remove the key lock cylinder cap on the driver door handle. See Door Locks015.
Insert the vehicle key of the remote key
into the key lock cylinder on the driver
door handle and turn the key to the
unlock position five times within
10 seconds.
The DIC displays REMOTE LEARN
PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.
3. Wait for 10 minutes until the DIC displays PRESS ENGINE START BUTTON TO
LEARN and then press ENGINE
START/STOP.
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The DIC display will again show REMOTE
LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.
4. Repeat Step 2 two additional times. After the third time, all previously known
remote keys will no longer work with
the vehicle. Remaining remote keys can
be relearned during the next steps.
The DIC display should now show READY
FOR REMOTE # 1.
5. Place the new remote key into the rearcupholder in the center console.
6. Press ENGINE START/STOP. When the remote key is learned, the DIC will show
that it is ready to program the next
remote key. 7. Remove the remote key from the
cupholder and press
KorQ.
To program additional remote keys,
repeat Steps 4–6.
When all additional remote keys are
programmed, press and hold ENGINE
START/STOP for 12 seconds to exit
programming mode.
8. Put the key back into the remote key.
9. Replace the key lock cylinder cap on the driver door handle. See Door Locks015.
Starting the Vehicle with a Low Remote
Key Battery
When starting the vehicle, if the remote key
battery is depleted, there is signal
interference, or the remote key has been
idle for a while, the DIC may display NO
REMOTE DETECTED or NO REMOTE KEY WAS
DETECTED PLACE KEY IN TRANSMITTER
POCKET THEN START YOUR VEHICLE. For
improved vehicle security, the remote key is
equipped with a motion sensor. First, move
the remote key slightly and try to start the
vehicle. If the vehicle still does not start,
and the DIC displays the same warnings
above, follow the steps below:
1. Place the remote key in the rear
cupholder in the center console.
2. With the vehicle in P (Park) or N (Neutral), press the brake pedal and
ENGINE START/STOP.
Replace the remote key battery as soon
as possible.
Battery Replacement
{Warning
Never allow children to play with the
remote key. The remote key contains a
small battery, which can be a choking
hazard. If swallowed, internal burns can
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2. Separate the two halves of the remotekey using a flat tool inserted into the
area near the key slot.
3. Remove the battery by pushing on thebattery and sliding it toward the bottom
of the remote key.
4. Insert the new battery, positive side facing the back cover. Push the battery
down until it is held in place. Replace
with a CR2032 or equivalent battery.
5. Ensure that the silicone mat is correctly positioned with no gaps or wrinkles.
6. Set remote key button side down on a hard surface and press the other half
straight down to force the halves
together. 7. Reinsert the key.
Remote Vehicle Start
If equipped, this feature allows the engine
to be started from outside the vehicle.
/:
This button will be on the remote key
if equipped with remote start.
The climate control system will use the
previous settings during a remote start. The
rear window defogger and heated and
ventilated seats, if equipped, may also come
on. See "Remote Start Heated and Ventilated
Seats" in Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
0 40. To view available settings from the
infotainment screen, touch Settings >
Vehicle > Comfort and Convenience.
Laws in some local communities may restrict
the use of remote starters. For example,
some laws may require a person using
remote start to have the vehicle in view.
Check local regulations for any
requirements.
Other conditions can affect the performance
of the remote key. See Remote Key07.
Starting the Engine Using Remote Start
To start the engine using the remote start
feature: 1. Press and release
Q.
2. Immediately after completing Step 1, press and hold
/for at least
four seconds or until the turn signal
lamps flash. The turn signal lamps
flashing confirms the request to remote
start the vehicle has been received.
When the engine starts, the parking
lamps will turn on and remain on as
long as the engine is running. The
vehicle's doors will be locked and the
climate control system may come on.
The engine will continue to run for
15 minutes. After 30 seconds, repeat the
steps for a 15-minute time extension.
Remote start can be extended only once.
Start the vehicle before driving.
If the vehicle is low on fuel, do not use the
remote start feature. The vehicle may run
out of fuel.
Extending Engine Run Time
The engine run time can also be extended
by another 15 minutes, if during the first
15 minutes Steps 1 and 2 are repeated while
the engine is still running. An extension can
be requested, 30 seconds after starting. This
provides a total of 30 minutes.
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The remote start can only be extended once.
When the remote start is extended, the
second 15-minute period is added on to the
first 15 minutes for a total of 30 minutes.
A maximum of two remote starts, or a
remote start with an extension, are allowed
between ignition cycles.
The ignition must be turned on and then off
before the remote start procedure can be
used again.
Canceling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start, do one of the
following:
.Press and hold/until the parking lamps
turn off.
.Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
.Turn the vehicle on and then off.
Conditions in Which Remote Start Will
Not Work
The remote start will not operate if:
.The remote key is in the vehicle.
.The vehicle is not off.
.The hood is not closed.
.The hazard warning flashers are on.
.There is an emission control system
malfunction.
.The engine coolant temperature is
too high.
.The oil pressure is low.
.Two remote vehicle starts, or a single
remote start with an extension, have
already been used.
.The vehicle is not in P (Park).
Door Locks
{Warning
Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
.Passengers, especially children, can
easily open the doors and fall out of a
moving vehicle. The doors can be
unlocked and opened while the vehicle
is moving. The chance of being thrown
out of the vehicle in a crash is
increased if the doors are not locked.
So, all passengers should wear seat
belts properly and the doors should be
locked whenever the vehicle is driven.
.Young children who get into unlocked
vehicles may be unable to get out.
A child can be overcome by extreme
heat and can suffer permanent injuries (Continued)
Warning (Continued)
or even death from heat stroke.
Always lock the vehicle whenever
leaving it.
.Outsiders can easily enter through an
unlocked door when you slow down
or stop the vehicle. Locking the doors
can help prevent this from happening.
To lock or unlock the doors from outside the
vehicle:
.PressQorKon the remote key.
.Use Keyless Access. See Remote Key
Operation 07.
.Use the key in the driver door. The key
cylinder is covered with a cap.
To lock or unlock the doors from inside the
vehicle:
.PressQorKon the power door lock
switch.
.Pulling an interior door handle will unlock
the door. Pulling the door handle again
unlatches it.
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.If equipped with an automatic
transmission, shift the transmission into
P (Park).
.If equipped with a manual transmission,
turn the vehicle off when parked.
Automatic door locking cannot be disabled.
Automatic door unlocking can be enabled
through vehicle personalization. To view
available settings for this feature, touch the
Settings icon on the infotainment home
page. Select “Vehicle”to display the list of
available options and select “Power Door
Locks”.
Lockout Protection
If the vehicle is on or in accessory mode and
the power door lock switch is pressed with
the driver door open, all the doors will lock
and only the driver door will unlock.
If the vehicle is off and locking is requested
while a door is open, when all doors are
closed the vehicle will check for remote keys
inside. If an remote key is detected and the
number of remote keys inside has not
reduced, the driver door will unlock and the
horn will chirp three times. Lockout Protection can be manually
overridden with the driver door open by
pressing and holding
Qon the power door
lock switch.
Open Door Anti-Lockout
If Open Door Anti-Lockout has been turned
on and the vehicle is off, the driver door is
open, and locking is requested, all the doors
will lock and the driver door will remain
unlocked. The Open Door Anti-Lockout
feature can be turned on or off. To view
available settings from the infotainment
screen, touch Settings > Vehicle > Power
Door Locks.
Doors
Trunk
{Warning
Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it
is driven with the liftgate, trunk/hatch
open, or with any objects that pass
through the seal between the body and
the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine
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Warning (Continued)
exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO)
which cannot be seen or smelled. It can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
If the vehicle must be driven with the
liftgate, or trunk/hatch open:
.Close all of the windows.
.Fully open the air outlets on or under
the instrument panel.
.Adjust the climate control system to a
setting that brings in only outside air
and set the fan speed to the highest
setting. See“Climate Control Systems”
in the Index.
.If the vehicle has a power liftgate,
disable the power liftgate function.
For more information about carbon
monoxide, see Engine Exhaust 0198.
Trunk Release
To open the trunk from outside of the
vehicle:
.PressXtwice quickly on the
remote key.