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Front Fascia TouchPad
1. Locate the touchpad in the grill openingnear the driver side headlamp.
2. Press the touchpad once to release the hood. The remote key must be within
1 m (3 ft) of the hood.
3. From the front of the vehicle, lift the hood slightly until the gas strut system
automatically raises and holds it in the
fully open position.
4. The hood light and Open Hood message will display in the Driver Information
Center (DIC) when the hood is open. Opening The Hood When There Is No
Electrical Power
The manual release cable should only be
used for service and/or emergency use, such
as a loss of vehicle electrical power.
To enter the vehicle in the event electrical
power has been lost, see
“Loss of Vehicle
Electrical Power” underDoor Locks 014.
1. Locate the manual release cable loop to
the left of the brake pedal.
2. Pull the manual release cable twice to release the hood.
3. From the front of the vehicle, lift the hood slightly until the gas strut system
automatically raises and holds it in the
fully open position. Emergency Hood Release Button
The underhood compartment is equipped
with a glow-in-the-dark emergency hood
release button. This button will glow
following exposure to light. Press the button
to open the hood from inside the underhood
compartment.
Closing the Hood
{Warning
Do not drive the vehicle if the hood is
not latched completely. The hood could
open fully, block your vision, and cause a
crash. You or others could be injured.
Always close the hood completely before
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driving. When the hood is not closed, the
vehicle will not exceed 42 km/h
(26 mph). Close the hood to drive faster
than 42 km/h (26 mph).
The hood is not heavy enough to latch
under its own weight. The hood will remain
open until the striker is pushed into the
latch. Ensure the hood is fully latched before
taking the vehicle out of P (Park). 1. Before closing the hood, be sure all filler caps are on properly, and all tools are
removed.
2. Ensure that all cargo is placed away from the emergency hood release
button.
3. Pull the hood down and set the striker gently into the latch.
4. Firmly press down on the front edge of the hood until the latch clicks twice.
5. Check that the hood is flush to the fascia to ensure the hood is fully closed. Storing Your Vehicle{Warning
The emergency hood release button
inside the underhood compartment will
not function when the battery is
disconnected or depleted. To avoid
personal injury or death, always keep the
hood fully closed and latched when
storing the vehicle. If the hood is not
latched, a person could climb into the
underhood compartment and
inadvertently close the hood. People
should never climb inside the underhood
compartment. Never shut the hood when
a person is inside.
See “Opening The Hood When There Is No
Electrical Power,” earlier in this section.
Hatch (Trunk)
{Warning
Components under the hatch, hatch
vents, and glass can get hot from running
the engine. To help avoid the risk of
burning unprotected skin, never touch
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Warning (Continued)
these components until they have cooled,
and always use a glove or towel to avoid
direct skin contact.
{Warning
Turn the vehicle off before opening the
hatch. If the engine is running with the
hatch open, you or others could be
injured.
Hatch/Trunk Release
The vehicle must be in P (Park).
{Warning
When opening or closing the hatch/trunk,
keep hands away from the closure area.
You or others could be injured.
To release the hatch/trunk:
{Warning
Vehicles equipped with a rear spoiler
have a small amount of space between
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To help avoid potential injury from
pinching, lift or close the hatch/trunk lid
by using only the middle section. If the
hatch/trunk lid near the area of the
raised portion of the spoiler is used, use
one hand to raise/lower the hatch/trunk
lid enough to clear the spoiler, and use
the other hand to fully open/close the
hatch/trunk lid.
Convertible Shown, Coupe Similar
.PressNon the driver door.
.Presspon the remote key two times
quickly. See Remote Key 07.
.Press the hatch/trunk release touchpad
while unlocked, or if locked, with the
remote key within 1 m (3 ft). See Keys
0 6.
.From the rear of the vehicle, lift the
hatch/trunk until the gas strut system
automatically raises and holds it in the
fully open position.
Hatch/Trunk Closing
Caution
Do not store heavy or sharp objects in
the rear storage compartments located in
the hatch/trunk area. The objects could
damage the underside of the hatch/trunk.
Caution
To avoid damage to the tonneau cover,
do not store cargo above the
weatherstrip in the hatch (trunk). Always
store cargo below the weatherstrip.

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Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors
{Warning
A convex mirror can make things, like
other vehicles, look farther away than
they really are. If you cut too sharply
into the right lane, you could hit a
vehicle on the right. Check the inside
mirror or glance over your shoulder
before changing lanes.
The passenger side mirror is convex shaped.
A convex mirror surface is curved so more
can be seen from the driver seat.
Power Mirrors
To adjust each mirror: 1. Press
}or|to select the driver or
passenger side mirror. The indicator light
will illuminate.
2. Press the arrows on the control pad to move the mirror in the desired position.
3. Adjust each outside mirror so that a little of the vehicle and the area behind it can
be seen.
4. Press
}or|again to deselect the
mirror. Memory Mirrors
The vehicle may have memory mirrors. See
Memory Seats
040.
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
The vehicle may have SBZA. See Side Blind
Zone Alert (SBZA) 0225.
Folding Mirrors
Manual Folding Mirrors
If equipped, manually fold the mirrors
inward toward the vehicle to prevent
damage with tight parking. Push the mirror
outward to return it to the original position.
Power Folding Mirrors

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The adjustment options are:
.Brightness
.Zoom
.Tilt
{Warning
The Rear Camera Mirror (RCM) has a
limited view. Portions of the road,
vehicles, and other objects may not be
seen. Do not drive or park the vehicle
using only this camera. Objects may
appear closer than they are. Check the
outside mirrors or glance over your
shoulder when making lane changes or
merging. Failure to use proper care may
result in injury, death, or vehicle damage.
Troubleshooting

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See your dealer for service if a blue screen
and
3are displayed in the mirror, and
the display shuts off. Also, push the tab as
indicated to return to the automatic
dimming mode.
The Rear Camera Mirror may not work
properly or display a clear image if:
.There is glare from the sun or headlamps.
This may obstruct objects from view.
If needed, push the tab to turn off the
display.
.Dirt, snow, or other debris blocks the
camera lens. Clean the lens with a soft
damp cloth.
Coupe Shown, Convertible Similar
.The camera’s mounting on the vehicle has
been damaged, and/or the position or the
mounting angle of the camera has
changed.
The Rear Camera Mirror will not work on
the convertible with the top down. Use the
tab to switch to standard mirror display.
Windows
{
Warning
Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a
pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the
windows closed in warm or hot weather.
They can be overcome by the extreme
heat and suffer permanent injuries or
even death from heat stroke.Power Windows
{Warning
Children could be seriously injured or
killed if caught in the path of a closing
window. Never leave the remote key in a
vehicle with children. When there are
children in the rear seat, use the window
lockout switch to prevent operation of
the windows. See Keys06.
Power windows work when the vehicle is on
or in accessory mode, or when Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0192.

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Rear Windows
Midglass (Convertible Only)
PressGto lower the midglass. To
provide wind block, the midglass will not
lower completely. The midglass will also
lower automatically when lowering the
convertible top.
Sun Visors
Pull the sun visor down to block glare.
Detach the sun visor from the center mount
to pivot to the side window and,
if equipped, extend along the rod.
Roof
Roof Panel
If equipped with a removable roof panel,
use the following procedures to remove or
install it.
Caution
If a roof panel is dropped or rested on its
edges, the roof panel, paint, and/or
weatherstripping may be damaged.
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Caution (Continued)
Always place the roof panel in the
stowage receivers after removing it from
the vehicle.
Caution
Use care when storing and removing the
roof panel. The roof panel pins and
vehicle finish could be damaged if the
roof contacts the rear of the vehicle.
Removing the Roof Panel
{Warning
Do not remove a roof panel while the
vehicle is moving. The panel could fall
into the vehicle and strike an occupant
and cause you to lose control. It could
also fly off and strike another vehicle.
Remove the roof panel only when the
vehicle is parked.
It may be necessary to have help removing
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To remove:1. Shift transmission into P (Park).
2. Turn the ignition off and set the parking brake.
3. Lower both sun visors.
4. Open the rear hatch/trunk and remove any items that may interfere with proper
storage of the roof panel.
5. Lower the windows. There are two release handles on the
front and one release handle on the rear
of the roof panel.
6. To unlock the front release handles, pullthem outward, turning fully.
7. Press the button on the front of the rearrelease handle to unlock it. The latch
lever will open.
8. Stand on one side of the vehicle, and if necessary, have someone stand on the
other side. Together, carefully lift the
front edge of the roof panel up and
forward. Avoid dropping the rear edge
downward.
9. When the roof panel is loose, grasp it as close to the center as possible and lift it
away from the vehicle.
Storing the Roof Panel
{Warning
If a roof panel is not stored properly, it
could be thrown about the vehicle in a
crash or sudden maneuver. People in the
vehicle could be injured. Always use the
stowage receivers.
1. Position the roof so that the interior is facing away from you and the front of
the panel is facing up.
Lower Receivers