
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE29
Manual Front Adjuster
Both front seats are adjustable forward or rearward. The 
manual seat adjustment handle is located under the seat 
cushion at the front edge of each seat.
Manual Seat Adjustment
While sitting in the seat, pull up on the handle and slide 
the seat forward or rearward. Release the bar once you 
have reached the desired position. Then, using body 
pressure, move forward and rearward on the seat to be 
sure that the seat adjusters have latched.
Manual Seat Height Adjustment
The driver’s seat height can be raised or lowered by using 
a lever, located on the outboard side of the seat. Pump the 
lever upward to raise the seat height or pump the lever 
downward to lower the seat height.
Manual Front Seat Recline Adjustment
For models equipped with manual seats, the recline lever 
is located on the outboard side of the seat.
To recline, lean forward slightly, lift the lever and push 
back to the desired position and release the lever. Lean 
forward and lift the lever to return the seatback to its 
normal position. Using body pressure, lean forward and 
rearward on the seat to be sure the seatback has latched.
MANUAL ADJUSTMENT (REAR SEATS)
1 — Forward/Rearward Adjustment Bar
2 — Height Adjustment
3 — Recline Lever
WARNING!
Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. 
Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of 
control which could cause a collision and serious 
injury or death.
 Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat 
belts and while the vehicle is parked. Serious injury 
or death could result from a poorly adjusted seat 
belt.
WARNING!
Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the 
shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In 
a collision you could slide under the seat belt, which 
could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING!
Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is 
dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could 
cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be 
adjusted properly and you could be injured. Adjust 
the seat only while the vehicle is parked.
 Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the 
shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. 
In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and 
be seriously or even fatally injured. Use the recliner 
only when the vehicle is parked.
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NOTE:
To abort seat operation while seat is in motion, push 
the Auto Advance ‘n Return button, or push the front 
power seat button to stop the seat movement. Pushing 
the Auto Advance ‘n Return button again will return the 
front seat to the original starting location.
 The Auto Advance ‘n Return system includes obstacle 
detection. When the system detects an obstacle, the 
seat will stop, reverse direction, and return to the 
previous location. A message will be displayed in the 
instrument cluster indicating that an obstacle has been 
detected.
 If the front seat is already in a location that will allow 
space for Stow ‘n Go of the second row seat, the front 
seat will not move and a message will be displayed in 
the instrument cluster.
 If calibration of the front seat is lost, the seat will auto -
matically recalibrate when the Auto Advance ‘n Return 
button is pushed. This may result in the seat cushion 
moving forward and downward, before moving to the 
location that will allow space for the second row Stow 
‘n Go seat movement.
SECOND ROW STOW 'N GO
For Manual Seats:  To stow the seat in the floor, move the 
front seat all the way forward using the manual seat 
adjustment bar. Move the seatback all the way forward 
using the recliner handle located on the outboard side of 
the cushion. Move the seat height to at least mid position 
using the height adjuster handle in the outboard side of 
the cushion. For Power Seats:
 Push the Auto Advance ‘n Return button 
located on the B-pillar trim (if equipped)  
Úpage 36.
1. To access the storage area, remove the floor mat (if equipped) and place the lock rod in the locked 
position.
Lock Rod
NOTE:
 Push the lock rod inward for the unlocked position.
 Pull outward on the lock rod for the locked 
position.
 For information on storage bin function with the 
seats rearward  
Úpage 72.
2. Pull the latch located near the second row seat to  open the floor panel.
Floor Latch
3. Pull the floor panel and position it toward the front seats while folding the top half down, and rest it 
against the front seats.
Push Panel Forward
4. Remove the plastic storage bin (if equipped) from the storage area, and store in a safe location.
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Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down 
The height of the seats can be adjusted up or down. Pull 
upward or push downward on the rear of seat switch, the 
seat will move in the direction of the switch. Release the 
switch when the desired position has been reached.
Tilting The Seat Up Or Down
The angle of the seat cushion can be adjusted in two 
directions. Pull upward or push downward on the front of 
the seat switch, the front of the seat cushion will move in 
the direction of the switch. Release the switch when the 
desired position has been reached.
Reclining The Seatback
The angle of the seatback can be adjusted forward or 
rearward. Push the seatback switch forward or rearward, 
the seat will move in the direction of the switch. Release 
the switch when the desired position is reached.
Power Lumbar — If Equipped
Power Lumbar Switch Location
The front driver’s seat may be equipped with a four way 
lumbar adjustment. The power lumbar switch is located on 
the outboard side of the equipped power seat. Push the 
switch forward or rearward to increase or decrease the 
lumbar support. Push the switch upward or downward to 
raise or lower the lumbar support.
The front passenger’s seat may be equipped with either a 
two way or a four way lumbar adjustment. Push the switch 
forward or rearward to increase or decrease the lumbar 
support, and if equipped, push the switch upward or 
downward to raise or lower the lumbar support.
Easy Entry/Exit Seat — If Equipped
This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to 
enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the 
vehicle.
The distance the driver seat moves depends on where you 
have the driver seat positioned when you place the 
vehicle’s ignition in the OFF position.
When the ignition is placed in the OFF position, the 
driver seat will move about 2.4 inches (6.8 cm) rear -
ward if the driver seat position is greater than or equal 
to 2.7 inches (6 cm) forward of the rear stop. The seat 
will return to its previously set position when the igni -
tion is cycled out of the OFF position.
 When the ignition is placed in the OFF position, the 
driver seat will move to a position 0.3 inches (0.7 cm) 
forward of the rear stop if the driver seat position is 
between 0.9 – 2.7 inches (2.3 – 6.8 cm) forward of the 
rear stop. The seat will return to its previously set posi -
tion when the ignition is cycled out of the OFF position.
 The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature is disabled when the 
driver seat position is less than 0.9 inches (2.3 cm) 
forward of the rear stop. At this position, there is no 
benefit to the driver by moving the seat for Easy Exit or 
Easy Entry.
When enabled within Uconnect Settings, Easy Entry and 
Easy Exit positions are stored in each memory setting 
profile (if equipped)  
Úpage 27.
NOTE:The Easy Entry/Exit feature is enabled or disabled within 
the Uconnect system  Úpage 157.
WARNING!
 Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. 
Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of 
control which could cause a collision and serious 
injury or death.
 Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat 
belts and while the vehicle is parked. Serious injury 
or death could result from a poorly adjusted seat 
belt.
 Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the 
shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. 
In a collision you could slide under the seat belt, 
which could result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
Do not place any article under a power seat or impede 
its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat 
controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement 
is stopped by an obstruction in the seat's path.
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PLASTIC GROCERY BAG RETAINER HOOKS
Retainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery bag handles 
are built into the seatbacks of the second row rear seats, 
and if equipped, the backs of the front row seats. The floor 
supports the partial weight of the bagged goods.
HEAD RESTRAINTS 
Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by 
restricting head movement in the event of a rear impact. 
Head restraints should be adjusted so that the top of the 
head restraint is located above the top of your ear.
Head Restraints — Front Seats
The front driver and passenger seats are equipped with 
four-way head restraints.
To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head 
restraint. To lower the head restraint, push the adjustment 
button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push 
downward. The front head restraints are also adjustable  forward and rearward. To tilt forward, pull the top of the 
head restraint toward the front of the vehicle to the 
desired position. To adjust the head restraint rearward, 
continue pulling forward on the top of the head restraint to 
the farthest forward position and the head restraint will 
return to the upright position.
NOTE:To remove the head restraint, raise it as far as it can go. 
Then, push the release button and the adjustment button 
at the base of each post while pulling the head restraint 
up. Seatback angle may need to be adjusted to fully 
remove the head restraint. To reinstall the head restraint, 
put the head restraint posts into the holes and push 
downward. Then, adjust the head restraint to the appro
-
priate height.
Front Head Restraint Normal Position
Forward Adjustment
WARNING!
 All occupants, including the driver, should not 
operate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the 
head restraints are placed in their proper positions in 
order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event 
of a crash.
 Head restraints should never be adjusted while 
the vehicle is in motion. Driving a vehicle with the 
head restraints improperly adjusted or removed 
could cause serious injury or death in the event of a 
collision.
1 — Release Button
2 — Adjustment Button
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46GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE  
Head Restraints — Second Row Quad 
Seats
The second row outboard head restraints, as well as the 
removable 8th passenger seat (if equipped), may have 
adjustable head restraints.
NOTE:If equipped with Stow ‘n Go seating, the head restraints 
are non-adjustable and non-removable.  Do not pull on 
non-adjustable head restraints when folding the seat.
To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head 
restraint. To lower the head restraint, push the adjustment 
button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push 
downward.
To remove the head restraint, raise it as far as it can go. 
Then, push the release button and the adjustment button 
at the base of each post while pulling the head restraint 
up. Seatback angle may need to be adjusted to fully 
remove the head restraint. To reinstall the head restraint,  put the head restraint posts into the holes and push 
downward. Then, adjust the head restraint to the 
appropriate height.
Head Restraints — Third Row
The outboard head restraints can be manually folded 
forward for improved rearward visibility. Pull the release 
strap to fold them forward.
Release Straps
NOTE:
 The head restraints must be raised manually when 
occupying the third row.
 Do not fold if there are passengers seated in the third 
row seats.
The head restraint in the center position can be raised and 
lowered for tether routing or height adjustment  
Úpage 200.
NOTE:To remove the center head restraint, raise it as far as it 
can go. Then, push the release button and the adjustment 
button at the base of each post while pulling the head 
restraint up. To reinstall the head restraint, put the head 
restraint posts into the holes and push downward. Then, 
using the adjustment button, adjust the head restraint to 
the appropriate height.
Adjustment Button
WARNING!
 A loose head restraint thrown forward in a collision or 
hard stop could cause serious injury or death to occu -
pants of the vehicle. Always securely stow removed 
head restraints in a location outside the occupant 
compartment.
 ALL the head restraints MUST be reinstalled in the 
vehicle to properly protect the occupants. Follow the 
reinstallation instructions prior to operating the 
vehicle or occupying a seat.
WARNING!
ALL the head restraints MUST be reinstalled in the 
vehicle to properly protect the occupants. Follow the 
re-installation instructions prior to operating the vehicle 
or occupying a seat.
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148STARTING AND OPERATING  
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)
GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo, 
consumables and equipment (permanent or temporary) 
loaded in or on the trailer in its "loaded and ready for 
operation" condition.
The recommended way to measure GTW is to put your fully 
loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The entire weight of the 
trailer must be supported by the scale.
Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR)
The GCWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle 
and trailer when weighed in combination.
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) 
The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear 
axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles 
evenly. Make sure that you do not exceed either front or 
rear GAWR  
Úpage 146.
Tongue Weight (TW)
The TW is the downward force exerted on the hitch ball by 
the trailer. You must consider this as part of the load on 
your vehicle.
Trailer Frontal Area
The Frontal Area is the maximum height multiplied by the 
maximum width of the front of a trailer.
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
The TSC can be a mechanical telescoping link that can be 
installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue 
that typically provides adjustable friction associated with 
the telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer 
swaying motions while traveling.
The electronic TSC (if equipped), recognizes a swaying 
trailer and automatically applies individual wheel brakes 
and/or reduces engine power to attempt to eliminate the 
trailer sway.
Weight-Carrying Hitch
A Weight-Carrying Hitch supports the trailer tongue weight, 
just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or some 
other connecting point of the vehicle. These kinds of 
hitches are commonly used to tow small and medium 
sized trailers.
Weight-Distributing Hitch
A weight-distributing hitch works by applying leverage 
through spring (load) bars. They are typically used for 
heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tow 
vehicle's front axle and the trailer axle(s). When used in 
accordance with the manufacturer’s directions, it provides 
for a more level ride, offering more consistent steering and 
brake control thereby enhancing towing safety. The 
addition of a friction/hydraulic sway control also dampens 
sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and contributes 
positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability. TSC and a 
weight-distributing (load equalizing) hitch are 
recommended for heavier TW and may be required 
depending on vehicle and trailer configuration/loading to 
comply with GAWR requirements.
WARNING!
It is important that you do not exceed the maximum 
front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition can 
result if either rating is exceeded. You could lose control 
of the vehicle and have a collision.
WARNING!
An improperly adjusted weight-distributing hitch 
system may reduce handling, stability, braking 
performance, and could result in a collision.
 Weight-distributing systems may not be compatible 
with surge brake couplers. Consult with your hitch 
and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Recreational 
Vehicle dealer for additional information.
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204SAFETY  
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure  
Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/
shoulder belt.
1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the 
anchor point.
2. At about 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grab and twist the seat belt webbing 
180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately 
above the latch plate.
3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing.  The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of 
the latch plate.
4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the  folded webbing and the seat belt is no longer twisted.
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
In the front and second row outboard seats the shoulder 
belt can be adjusted upward or downward to position the 
seat belt away from your neck. Push or squeeze the 
anchorage button to release the anchorage, and move it 
up or down to the position that serves you best.
Adjustable Anchorage
As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will prefer 
the shoulder belt anchorage in a lower position, and if you 
are taller than average, you will prefer the shoulder belt 
anchorage in a higher position. After you release the 
anchorage button, try to move it up or down to make sure 
that it is locked in position.
NOTE:The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is equipped 
with an Easy Up feature. This feature allows the shoulder 
belt anchorage to be adjusted in the upward position 
without pushing or squeezing the release button. To verify 
the shoulder belt anchorage is latched, pull downward on 
the shoulder belt anchorage until it is locked into position.
Second Row Center (If Equipped) And Third 
Row Center Seat Belt Operating 
Instructions
The second row center (if equipped) and third row center 
seat belts feature a seat belt with a mini-latch plate and 
buckle, which allows the seat belt to detach from the lower 
anchor when the seat is folded. The mini-latch plate and 
regular latch plate can then be stored out of the way in the 
headliner for added convenience to open up utilization of 
the storage areas behind the front seats when the seat is 
not occupied.
WARNING!
Wearing your seat belt incorrectly could make your 
injuries in a collision much worse. You might suffer 
internal injuries, or you could even slide out of the 
seat belt. Follow these instructions to wear your seat 
belt safely and to keep your passengers safe, too.
 Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and 
chest with minimal, if any slack so that it is comfort -
able and not resting on your neck. The retractor will 
withdraw any slack in the shoulder belt.
 Misadjustment of the seat belt could reduce the 
effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash.
 Always make all seat belt height adjustments when 
the vehicle is stationary.
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220SAFETY  
(Continued)
Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles
Infant And Child Restraints 
Safety experts recommend that children ride rear-facing in 
the vehicle until they are two years old or until they reach 
either the height or weight limit of their rear-facing child 
restraint. Two types of child restraints can be used 
rear-facing: infant carriers and convertible child seats.
The infant carrier is only used rear-facing in the vehicle. It 
is recommended for children from birth until they reach 
the weight or height limit of the infant carrier. Convertible 
child seats can be used either rear-facing or 
forward-facing in the vehicle. Convertible child seats often 
have a higher weight limit in the rear-facing direction than 
infant carriers do, so they can be used rear-facing by 
children who have outgrown their infant carrier but are still 
less than at least two years old. Children should remain  rear-facing until they reach the highest weight or height 
allowed by their convertible child seat.
Child Size, Height, Weight Or Age
Recommended Type Of Child Restraint
Infants and ToddlersChildren who are two years old or younger and who have 
not reached the height or weight limits of their child 
restraint Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible Child Restraint, 
facing rearward in a rear seat of the vehicle
Small Children Children who are at least two years old or who have 
outgrown the height or weight limit of their rear-facing child 
restraint Forward-Facing Child Restraint with a five-point Harness, 
facing forward in a rear seat of the vehicle
Larger Children Children who have outgrown their forward-facing child 
restraint, but are too small to properly fit the vehicle’s seat 
belt Belt Positioning Booster Seat and the vehicle seat belt, 
seated in a rear seat of the vehicle
Children Too Large for Child Restraints Children 12 years old or younger, who have outgrown the 
height or weight limit of their booster seat Vehicle Seat Belt, seated in a rear seat of the vehicle
WARNING!
Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an 
air bag. A deploying passenger front air bag can 
cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or 
younger, including a child in a rear-facing child 
restraint.
 Never install a rear-facing child restraint in the front 
seat of a vehicle. Only use a rear-facing child 
restraint in the rear seat. If the vehicle does not have 
a rear seat, do not transport a rear-facing child 
restraint in that vehicle.
WARNING!
Do not install a rear-facing car seat using a rear support 
leg in this vehicle. The floor of this vehicle is not 
designed to manage the crash forces of this type of car 
seat. In a crash, the support leg may not function as it 
was designed by the car seat manufacturer, and your 
child may be more severely injured as a result.
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