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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE49
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.
Operating Tips Chart
INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT
STORAGE
Glove Compartment
The glove compartment is located on the passenger side
of the instrument panel.

Glove Compartment

To open the glove compartment, pull the release handle.
Console Features
The center console has a storage compartment located
underneath the armrest. The compartment contains a
12 Volt power outlet, and is also equipped with a USB port
featuring active charging, which will continue charging
your device up to 60 minutes after the ignition is placed in
the OFF position. The USB port also may be equipped with
an IPOD®/USB control
Úpage 50, or Apple CarPlay® and
Android Auto™ Úpage 144.

Center Console

WEATHER CONTROL SETTINGS
Hot Weather And
Vehicle Interior Is Very Hot Set the mode control to
(Panel Mode), (MAX 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
(Mix 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).
WARNING!
Do not operate this vehicle with a console compartment
lid in the open position. Driving with the console
compartment lid open may result in injury in a collision.
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ILLUMINATED CUPHOLDERS —
I
F EQUIPPED
The front cupholders are equipped with a light ring that
illuminates the cupholders for the front passengers. The
light ring is controlled by the dimmer control
Úpage 43.

Light Ring In Front Cupholder

USB/AUX CONTROL
Located in the front storage area of the center console,
this feature allows an external USB device to be
connected to the audio system.
Plugging in a smartphone device to a USB port may
activate Android Auto™ or Apple CarPlay® features,
if equipped

USB/AUX Ports

NOTE:Charge unsupported devices with the Charge Only USB
ports. If an unsupported device is plugged into a Media
USB port, a message will display on the touchscreen that
the device is not supported by the system.
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
Your vehicle is equipped with 12 Volt (13 Amp) power
outlets that can be used to power cellular phones, small
electronics and other low powered electrical accessories.
The power outlets are labeled with either a “key” or a
“battery” symbol to indicate how the outlet is powered. Power outlets labeled with a key symbol can be powered
when the ignition is in the ACC or ON/RUN position, while
the outlets labeled with a battery symbol are connected
directly to the battery and powered at all times.
These power outlets can also operate a conventional cigar
lighter unit.
The front power outlet is located next to the storage area
on the integrated center stack of the instrument panel.

Power Outlet — Integrated Center Stack Front

NOTE:The front integrated center stack power outlet can be
changed from switched ignition powered to battery
powered by moving the integrated center stack fuse
#12 in the Rear Power Distribution Center from fuse
location “IGN” to “B+”
Úpage 242.
1 — USB 1 Port
2 — AUX Jack
3 — USB 2 Port

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52GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
WINDOWS
POWER WINDOW CONTROLS
The window switches on the driver's door control all the
door windows.

Power Window Switches

The passenger door window can also be operated by using
the single window controls on the passenger door trim
panel. The window controls will operate only when the
ignition is in the ACC or ON/RUN position.
NOTE:The power window switches will remain active for up to
10 minutes after the ignition is placed in the OFF position.
Opening either front door will cancel this feature. The
timing is programmable within Uconnect Settings
Úpage 107.
Automatic Window Features
The driver and, in some models, passenger power window
switches have an Auto-Down feature. Push the window
switch to the second detent, release, and the window will
go down automatically.
To open the window part way, push the window switch to
the first detent and release it when you want the window
to stop.
To stop the window from going all the way down during the
Auto-Down operation, pull up on the switch briefly.
Anti-Pinch Protect
When closing the windows, this feature will detect any
obstruction in the path of the window and will
automatically retract. Remove the obstruction if this
occurs.
WIND BUFFETING
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open
or partially open positions. This is a normal occurrence
and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the
windows open, partially close the windows to minimize the
buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open,
adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or
open any window.
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED
The power sunroof switch is located between the sun
visors on the overhead console.

Power Sunroof Switch

WARNING!
Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do
not let children play with power windows. Do not leave
the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location
accessible to children, and do not leave the ignition of a
vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ in the ACC
or ON/RUN position. Occupants, particularly
unattended children, can become entrapped by the
windows while operating the power window switches.
Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death.
1 — Sunroof Close Switch
2 — Sunroof Open Switch
3 — Vent Switch

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OPENING AND CLOSING THE SUNROOF
Express Open/Close
Push the switch rearward and release it within one
second, the sunroof and sunshade will open automatically
and stop at full open position. Push the switch forward and release it within one second
and the sunroof will close automatically from any position.
During Express Open or Express Close operation, any
other movement of the sunroof switch will stop the
sunroof.
Manual Open/Close
Push and hold the switch rearward, the sunroof and
sunshade will open and automatically stop at full open
position.
Push and hold the switch forward and the sunroof will
close from any position and stop at a full closed position.
Any release of the switch during open or close operation
will stop the sunroof movement. The sunroof will remain in
a partially opened position until the switch is operated and
held again.
Venting The Sunroof
Push and release the Vent switch within one second and
the sunroof will open to the vent position. During Express
Vent operation, any other actuation of the sunroof
switches will stop the sunroof operation.
PINCH PROTECT FEATURE —
I
F EQUIPPED
This feature will detect an obstruction in the closing of the
sunroof during the Express Close operation. If an
obstruction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the
sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruction
if this occurs.
NOTE:If three consecutive sunroof close attempts result in Pinch
Protect reversals, Pinch Protect will disable and the
sunroof must be closed in Manual Mode.
SUNSHADE OPERATION
The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the
sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens.
NOTE:The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open.
SUNROOF MAINTENANCE
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel. Periodically check for and clear out any
debris that may have collected in the tracks.
IGNITION OFF OPERATION
The power sunroof switch can remain active in Accessory
Delay for up to approximately 10 minutes after the
vehicle’s ignition is placed in the OFF position. Opening
either front door will cancel this feature.
NOTE:This feature is programmable using the Uconnect system Úpage 107.
WARNING!
 Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the key
fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible
to children. Do not leave the ignition of a vehicle
equipped with Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ in the ACC or
ON/RUN position. Occupants, particularly unat -
tended children, can become entrapped by the
power sunroof while operating the power sunroof
switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury
or death.
 In a collision, there is a greater risk of being thrown
from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could also
be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your seat
belt properly and make sure all passengers are also
properly secured.
 Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof.
Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any
object, to project through the sunroof opening. Injury
may result.
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54GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
HOOD
OPENING THE HOOD
To open the hood, two latches must be released.

1. Pull the release lever located underneath the
driver’s side of the instrument panel.

Hood Release Lever

2. Reach under the hood, push the safety catch to the left and lift the hood.

Hood Safety Catch Location

NOTE:
Vehicle must be at a stop and the gear selector must
be in PARK.
 While lifting the hood, use both hands.
 Before lifting the hood, check that the wiper arms are
not in motion and not in the lifted position.
CLOSING THE HOOD
In one continuous motion, pull down on the front edge of
the hood with moderate force until the angle is below the
crossover point (where the gas props are no longer
resisting) and let the hood continue to fall closed from its
own inertia.
TRUNK
OPENING THE TRUNK
The trunk may be opened in several ways:
Power trunk release button on the instrument panel
 Trunk button on the key fob
 Trunk Passive Entry button
Úpage 22
 External release switch located on the underside of the
trunk lid overhang
NOTE:The release feature will function only when the vehicle is
unlocked.
With the ignition in the ON/RUN position, the trunk open
symbol will display in the instrument cluster indicating that
the trunk is open. The odometer display will reappear once
the trunk is closed.
With the ignition in the OFF position, the trunk open
symbol will display until the trunk is closed.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your
vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open
when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision.
Failure to follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death.

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
Use this QR code to access your digital
experience.

1. Tachometer

Indicates the engine speed in
revolutions per minute (RPM x
1000).
2. Instrument Cluster Display When the appropriate conditions exist, this display
shows the instrument cluster display messages
Úpage 57.
3. Speedometer Indicates vehicle speed.
4. Temperature Gauge The temperature gauge shows engine coolant
temperature. Any reading within the normal range
indicates that the engine cooling system is oper -
ating satisfactorily.
 The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher
temperature when driving in hot weather, up
mountain grades, or when towing a trailer. It
should not be allowed to exceed the upper limits
of the normal operating range. 5. Fuel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank
when the Keyless Push Button Ignition is in the
ON/RUN position.
 The fuel pump symbol points to the
side of the vehicle where the fuel door
is located.
NOTE:The hard telltales will illuminate for a bulb check when the
ignition is first cycled.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
Your vehicle is equipped with an instrument cluster
display, which offers useful information to the driver. With
the ignition in the OFF mode, opening/closing of a door will
activate the display for viewing, and display the total miles,
or kilometers, in the odometer. Your instrument cluster
display is designed to display important information about
your vehicle’s systems and features. Using a driver
interactive display located on the instrument panel, your
instrument cluster display can show you how systems are
working and give you warnings when they are not. The
steering wheel mounted controls allow you to scroll
through the main menus and submenus. You can access
the specific information you want and make selections
and adjustments.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others
could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. It is
recommended to call an authorized dealer for service if
your vehicle overheats
Úpage 237.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage
your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “H,” pull
over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air
conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into
the normal range. If the pointer remains on the “H,”
turn the engine off immediately and call an authorized
dealer for service.
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For the Trip and Fuel Economy menus (and Performance
Timers) — If Equipped:
Information is reset by pushing and holding the OK
button.
ENGINE OIL LIFE RESET
Use this QR code to access your digital
experience .
Oil Change Required
Your vehicle is equipped with an
engine oil change indicator system.
The “Oil Change Required” message
will display in the instrument cluster
display for five seconds after a single
chime has sounded, to indicate the next scheduled oil
change interval. The engine oil change indicator system is
duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change
interval may fluctuate, dependent upon your personal
driving style.
Unless reset, this message will continue to display each
time you place the ignition in the ON/RUN position. To turn
off the message temporarily, push and release the OK or
arrow buttons. To reset the oil change indicator system
(after performing the scheduled maintenance), refer to
the following procedure. Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Ignition
Use the steering wheel instrument cluster display controls
for the following procedure(s):

1. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE
START/STOP button and place the ignition in the
ON/RUN position (do not start the engine).

2. Push and release the down arrow button to scroll
downward through the main menu to “Vehicle Info.”
3. Push and release the right arrow button to access
the ”Oil Life” screen.
4. Push and hold the OK button to reset oil life. If
conditions are met, the gauge and numeric display
will update to show 100%. If conditions are not met a
pop-up message of "To reset oil life engine must be
off with ignition in run” will be displayed (for five
seconds), and the user will remain at the Oil Life
screen.
5. Push and release the up or down arrow button
to return to previous main menu.
NOTE:If the indicator message illuminates when you start the
vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not reset. If
necessary, repeat this procedure. Secondary Method Of Resetting Engine Oil Life

1. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE
START/STOP button and place the ignition to the
ON/RUN position (do not start the engine).

2. Fully press the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times within ten seconds.
3. Without pushing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE START/STOP button once to return the ignition to the
OFF position.
NOTE:If the indicator message illuminates when you start the
vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not reset.
If necessary, repeat this procedure.
PERFORMANCE SHIFT INDICATOR
(PSI) — I
F EQUIPPED
The PSI is enabled on vehicles with manual transmission,
or when a vehicle with automatic transmission is in
manual shift mode. The PSI provides the driver with a
visual indication within the instrument cluster display
when the driver configured gear shift point has been
reached and the driver is still accelerating. This indication
notifies the driver to change gear corresponding to the
configured RPMs in the head unit.
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60GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
S
ELECTABLE MENU ITEMS
Push and release the up or down arrow button until
the desired Selectable Menu item is displayed in the
instrument cluster display.
Follow the Menu or submenu prompts as desired.
Speedometer
Push and release the up or down arrow button until
the speedometer menu is displayed in the instrument
cluster display. Push and release the OK button to toggle
units (km/h or mph) of the speedometer.
Vehicle Info
Push and release the up or down arrow button until
the “Vehicle Info” menu is displayed in the instrument
cluster display. Push and release the right or left
arrow button to scroll through the submenus items of
“Vehicle Info.” Follow the directional prompts to access or
reset any of the following “Vehicle Info” submenu items:
Tire Pressure Monitor
If tire pressure is OK for all tires, a vehicle ICON is
displayed with tire pressure values in each corner of the
ICON.
If one or more tires have low pressure, “Inflate Tire To XX”
is displayed with the vehicle ICON and the tire pressure
values in each corner of the ICON with the pressure value
of the low tire are displayed in a different color than the
other tire pressure value. If the Tire Pressure system requires service, “Service Tire
Pressure System” is displayed.
Tire PSI is an information only function and cannot be
reset
Úpage 168.
Coolant Temp
 Displays the actual coolant temperature.
Trans Temp
 Displays the actual transmission temperature.
Oil Temp
 Displays the actual oil temperature.
Oil Pressure
 Displays the actual oil pressure.
Oil Life
To reset the Oil Life, you must hold the OK button. The
“Hold OK to Reset” instruction will be displayed at all
times, but the following conditions will need to be met in
order to reset Oil Life:
 The vehicle must be off
 The ignition must be in the ON/RUN position
If the conditions are met, holding the OK button will reset
the gauge and the numeric display will return to 100%.
If the conditions are not met, a pop-up message will
display for 5 seconds, describing the required conditions,
and then the Oil Life screen will reappear.
Battery Voltage
 Displays the actual battery voltage.
All Wheel Drive (AWD) Status — If Equipped
 Displays the status of the All - Wheel Drive system.
Performance Features
Push and release the up or down arrow button until
the Performance menu is displayed in the instrument
cluster display. Push the right or left arrow button to
enter the submenus.
The Performance Features include the following:
 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) Timer
 Best
 Last
 Recent
 Reaction Timer
 0-100 mph (0-160 km/h) Timer
 Best
 Last
 Recent
 Reaction Timer
WARNING!
Measurement of vehicle statistics with the
Performance Features is intended for off-highway or
track use only and should not be done on any public
roadways. It is recommended that these features be
used in a controlled environment and within the limits
of the law. The capabilities of the vehicle as measured
by the performance pages must never be exploited in a
reckless or dangerous manner, which can jeopardize
the user’s safety or the safety of others. Only a safe,
attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents.

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