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To avoid unintentional operation of the power sliding
door from the rear seats, push the Sliding Door Power
Off button, located in the overhead console. When the
overhead console power OFF LED is lit, the sliding door
may not be power opened or closed when pushing the
buttons just inside the sliding doors, or when pulling on
the handles.
To Disengage The Child Protection Door Lock
1. Open the sliding side door.
2. Slide the Child Protection Door Lock control outward (away from the vehicle) to disengage the Child
Protection Door Lock.
3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 on the opposite sliding door.
NOTE:After disengaging (or engaging) the Child Protection Door
Lock, always test the inside door handle with the sliding
door closed to make certain the Child Protection Door
Lock is in the desired position. The inside door handle will
open the sliding door when the Child Protection Door Lock
is disengaged.
STEERING WHEEL
TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN
This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward
or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the
steering column. The tilt/telescoping lever is located left
of the steering wheel at the end of the steering column.
Tilt/Telescoping Lever
To unlock the steering column, push the lever downward
(toward the floor). To tilt the steering column, move the steering
wheel upward or downward as desired. To lengthen or shorten
the steering column, pull the steering wheel outward or push it
inward as desired. To lock the steering column in position, push
the lever upward until fully engaged.
HEATED STEERING WHEEL —
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F EQUIPPED
The steering wheel contains a heating element that
helps warm your hands in cold weather. The heated
steering wheel has only one temperature setting.
Once the heated steering wheel has been turned
on, it will stay on for an average of 80 minutes before
automatically shutting off. This time will vary based on
environmental temperatures. The heated steering wheel can
shut off early or may not turn on when the steering wheel is
already warm.
The heated steering wheel button is located within the
Uconnect system. You can access the button through the
Comfort screen.
Press the heated steering wheel button once to turn
the heating element on.
Press the heated steering wheel button a second time
to turn the heating element off.
NOTE:The engine must be running for the heated steering wheel
to operate.
For information on use with the Remote Start system, see
Úpage 15.
WARNING!
Avoid trapping anyone in the vehicle in a collision.
Remember that the sliding doors cannot be opened
from the inside door handle when the Child Protection
Door Locks are engaged.
WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering column while driving.
Adjusting the steering column while driving or driving
with the steering column unlocked, could cause the
driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to follow this
warning may result in serious injury or death.
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7. Close the floor by pulling the floor panel backwards by
the bottom corner edge of the panel.
Extend Floor Panel
8. Push down on floor panel to lock into place.
Push To Lock
9. Readjust the front seat as needed, and replace the floor mat (if equipped).TO UNSTOW SECOND ROW SEATS
To unstow the seat from the floor, move the front seat all
the way forward using the manual seat adjustment bar.
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 locked position.
Pull outward on the lock rod for the unlocked position.
WARNING!
In a collision, serious injury could result if the seat
storage bin covers are not properly latched:
Do not drive the vehicle with the storage bin covers
open.
Keep the storage bin covers closed and latched while
the vehicle is in motion.
Do not use a storage bin latch as a tie down.
CAUTION!
The storage bin cover must be latched and flat to
avoid damage from contact with the front seat
tracks, which have minimal clearance to the cover.
Do not sit on the second row seat when it is in the
stowed position with the seatback upright otherwise
damage to the seat may occur.
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HEADLIGHT TIME DELAY — IF EQUIPPED
This feature provides the safety of headlight illumination
for up to 90 seconds after exiting your vehicle.
To activate the delay feature, place the ignition in the OFF
position while the headlights are still on. The 90 second
delay interval begins when headlight switch is turned off.
If the headlights or parking lights are turned back on or the
ignition is placed in the ON position, the delay will be
canceled.
When exiting the vehicle the driver can choose to have the
headlights remain on for 30, 60, or 90 seconds or not
remain on. You can change the timer setting through the
Uconnect system
Úpage 105.
If the headlights are turned off before the ignition, they will
turn off in the normal manner.
NOTE:The headlights must be turned off within 45 seconds of
placing the ignition in the OFF position to activate this
feature.
LIGHTS-ON REMINDER
If the headlights or the parking lights are left on after the
ignition is placed in the OFF position, the vehicle will chime
when the driver's door is opened.
TURN SIGNALS
Move the multifunction lever up or down to activate the
turn signals. The arrows on each side of the instrument
cluster flash to show proper operation.
NOTE:If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is a
very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light
bulb.
Turn Signal Warning
If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle has
traveled for about 1 mile (1.6 km) with a turn signal on, a
chime will sound and a message will display in the cluster
to alert the driver.
LANE CHANGE ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED
Tap the multifunction lever up or down once, without
moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal (right or
left) will flash three times then automatically turn off.
BATTERY PROTECTION
This feature provides battery protection to avoid wearing down
the battery if the headlights or parking lights are left on for
extended periods of time when the ignition is in the OFF
position. After eight minutes of the ignition being in the OFF
position and the headlight switch in any position other than OFF
or AUTO, the lights will turn off automatically until the next cycle
of the ignition or headlight switch.
The battery protection feature will be disabled if the
ignition is placed in any position other than OFF during the
eight minute delay.
INTERIOR LIGHTS
INTERIOR COURTESY LIGHTS
The courtesy light switches are used to turn the courtesy
lights on/off.
Courtesy Light Switches
To operate the courtesy lights, push either the driver or
passenger light switch.
NOTE:
Before exiting the vehicle, make sure that the interior
lights are turned off. This will prevent the battery from
discharging once the doors are closed.
If a light is left on, it will automatically be turned off
approximately 10 minutes after the ignition is in the
OFF position.
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Outside Air Intake
Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the
windshield, is free of obstructions, such as leaves. Leaves
collected in the air intake may reduce airflow, and if they
enter the air distribution box, they could plug the water
drains. In Winter months, make sure the air intake is clear
of ice, slush, and snow.
Cabin Air Filter
The Climate Control system filters out dust and pollen
from the air. Contact an authorized dealer to service your
cabin air filter, and to have it replaced when needed.
Stop/Start System — If Equipped
While in an Autostop, the Climate Control system may
automatically adjust airflow to maintain cabin comfort.
Customer settings will be maintained upon return to an
engine running condition.
Operating Tips Chart
INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT
STORAGE
Glove Compartment
The glove compartment is located on the passenger side
of the instrument panel.
To open the glove compartment, pull the release handle.
Release Handle
Front Door Storage
Both interior front door panels have multiple pockets for
storage.
Overhead Sunglass Storage
At the front of the overhead console, a compartment is
provided for the storage of one pair of sunglasses.
From the closed position, push the indentation to open the
compartment.
WEATHER CONTROL SETTINGS
Hot Weather And
Vehicle Interior Is Very Hot Set the mode control to (Panel
Mode), (A/C) on, and blower
on high. Roll down the windows for a minute to flush out the hot air.
Adjust the controls as needed to achieve comfort.
Warm Weather Turn (A/C) on and set the
mode control to (Panel Mode).
Cool Sunny Operate in (Bi-Level Mode).
Cool & Humid Conditions Set the mode control to (Floor
Mode) and turn (A/C) on to keep windows clear.
Cold Weather Set the mode control to (Floor
Mode). If windshield fogging starts to occur, move the control to (Mix Mode).
WEATHER CONTROL SETTINGS
WARNING!
If containers of hot liquid are placed in the bottle
holder, they can spill when the door is closed, burning
the occupants. Be careful when closing the doors to
avoid injury.
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Overhead Sunglass Door Latch
The door will slowly rotate to the full open position.
Instrument Panel Drawer
There is a storage drawer located in the lower center of the
instrument panel. It can be released by pushing the
access button above it. The drawer is actuator assisted
once the access button is pushed. Pull drawer outward to
the fully open position.
Drawer Access Button
Front Seatback Storage — If Equipped
The front seatbacks have a storage pocket on some
models.
Front Seatback Storage
Second Row Floor Storage Bins
There are removable storage bins (if equipped) located in
the areas below the load floor, located in front of the
second row seats.
In-Floor Storage Bin
1. To access the storage bins with front seats in the
rearward position, place the lock rod in the unlocked
position so the load floor can fold upwards towards
the seatback.
Lock Rod
CAUTION!
The storage drawer must be closed while driving. If left
open during a collision, additional damage may occur to
property or the drawer mechanism.
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NOTE:
Push the lock rod inward for the locked position.
Pull outward on the lock rod for the unlocked position.
2. Pull the latch located near the second row seat to open the floor panel.
Floor Latch
STORAGE BIN SAFETY WARNING
Carefully follow these warnings to help prevent personal
injury or damage to your vehicle:
SEAT STORAGE BIN COVER EMERGENCY
RELEASE LEVER
As a security measure, the Seat Storage Bin Cover has
an Emergency Release Lever built into the latching
mechanism.
Storage Bin Cover Emergency Release Lever
NOTE:
In the event of an individual being locked inside the
storage bin, the storage bin cover can be opened from
inside of the bin by pushing on the glow-in-the-dark lever
attached to the storage bin cover latching mechanism.
WARNING!
In a collision, serious injury could result if the seat
storage bin covers are not properly latched.
Do not drive the vehicle with the storage bin covers
open.
Keep the storage bin covers closed and latched while
the vehicle is in motion.
Do not operate the storage bin covers while the
vehicle is in motion.
Do not use a storage bin latch as a tie down.
CAUTION!
The storage bin cover must lie flat and be latched to
avoid damage from contact with the front seat tracks,
which have minimal clearance to the cover. If the
storage bin cover is left in the open position, front seat
adjustment may damage the cover.
WARNING!
Always close the storage bin covers when your
vehicle is unattended.
Do not allow children to have access to the second
row seat storage bins. Once in the storage bin, young
children may not be able to escape. If trapped in the
storage bin, children can die from suffocation or heat
stroke.
In a collision, serious injury could result if the seat
storage bin covers are not properly latched.
Do not drive the vehicle with the storage bin covers
open. Keep the storage bin covers closed and
latched while the vehicle is in motion.
Do not operate the storage bin covers while the
vehicle is in motion.
Do not use a storage bin latch as a tie down.
CAUTION!
The storage bin cover must lie flat and be latched to
avoid damage from contact with the front seat tracks,
which have minimal clearance to the cover. If the
storage bin cover is left in the open position, front seat
adjustment may damage the cover.
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NOTE:All accessories connected to the battery powered outlets
should be removed or turned off when the vehicle is not in
use to protect the battery against discharge.
Your vehicle may be equipped with a front power outlet
located at the bottom of the instrument panel, near the
storage tray.
12 Volt Front Power Outlet
In addition to the front power outlet, there may also be a
power outlet located in the rear cargo area.
The rear power outlet is located in the right rear cargo
area.
Rear Power Outlet
NOTE:
The front power outlet can be changed to battery powered
at all times by switching the power outlet fuse in the Power
Distribution Center panel from fuse location F95A to F95B.
Power Outlet Fuse Locations
CAUTION!
Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only.
Do not insert any other object in the power outlets as
this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Improper
use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered
by your New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
1 — F95A (Ignition)/F95B (Battery) Front Power Outlet
10A (If Equipped)
2 — F85 Cigar Lighter 20A
3 — F60 RR Cargo Power Outlet 20A
WARNING!
To avoid serious injury or death:
Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet
should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.
Do not touch with wet hands.
Close the lid when not in use and while driving the
vehicle.
If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric
shock and failure.
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WINDOWS
POWER WINDOWS
The window switches on the driver’s door trim panel
control all of the door windows.
Driver’s Power Window Controls
The driver may lock out the rear power windows by
pushing the bar control just below the power window
controls.
Power Window Lockout Switch
The window switches will operate only when the ignition is
in the ON/RUN or ACC position and during power
accessory delay.
NOTE:Power Window controls will also remain active for up to
10 minutes after the ignition has been placed in the OFF
position, depending upon the accessory delay setting.
Opening a front door will cancel this feature.
There is a single control on the front passenger’s door trim
panel which operates the passenger door window and a
set of controls that lock and unlock all doors. The controls
will operate only when the ignition is in the ON/RUN or ACC
position and during power accessory delay.
Sliding Side Door Power Window Control — If Equipped
Second row passengers may open and close the sliding
door window by a single control on the door handle
assembly.
The controls will operate only when the ignition switch is in
the ON/RUN or ACC position and during power accessory
delay.
NOTE:The controls will not operate if the driver has activated the
Power Window Lockout.
CAUTION!
Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power
from the vehicle's battery, even when not in use
(i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in
long enough, the vehicle's battery will discharge suffi -
ciently to degrade battery life and/or prevent the
engine from starting.
Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers,
vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the
battery even more quickly. Only use these intermit -
tently and with greater caution.
After the use of high power draw accessories, or long
periods of the vehicle not being started (with acces -
sories still plugged in), the vehicle must be driven a
sufficient length of time to allow the generator to
recharge the vehicle's battery.
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