Use the control on the side of the steeringcolumn to adjust the position.
To adjust:
•Tilt: Press the top or bottom of thecontrol.
•Telescope: Press the front or rear ofthe control.
End of Travel Position
The steering column stops just short of theend of the column travel to preventdamage to the steering column. A newstopping position sets if it encounters anobject when tilting or telescoping.
To reset the steering column to its normalstopping position:
1.Confirm there is nothing obstructingthe motion of the steering column.
2.Press and hold the steering columncontrol until the steering column stopsmoving.
3.Press the steering column controlagain.
Note:The steering column may begin tomove again.
4.When the steering column stops,continue holding the control for a fewseconds.
5.Repeat for each direction as necessary.
A new stopping position sets. The nexttime you tilt or telescope the steeringcolumn, it stops just short of the end of thecolumn travel.
Memory Feature
You can save and recall the steeringcolumn position with the memoryfunction. See Memory Function (page150).
Pressing the adjustment control during amemory recall cancels the operation.
Easy Entry and Exit Feature
The column moves up when you switchthe ignition off. Switch the ignition on toreturn the system to its previous settings.You can switch this feature on or offthrough the touchscreen. See Settings(page 458).
Note: If you press any adjustment ormemory button when in easy exit mode, thesystem cancels the operation.
Note:Depending on your vehicle, thecolumn may move up and in.
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POWER WINDOWS
WARNING: Do not leave childrenunattended in your vehicle and do notlet them play with the power windows.Failure to follow this instruction couldresult in personal injury.
WARNING: When closing thepower windows, verify they are free ofobstruction and make sure that childrenand pets are not in the proximity of thewindow openings.
Press the control to open thewindow. Lift the control to closethe window.
Note:If you hear a pulsing noise when justone of the windows is open. Lower theopposite window slightly to reduce thisnoise.
One-Touch Down
Note:One-touch down applies to the frontwindows only.
Fully press the switch and release it. Pressagain or lift it to stop the window.
One-Touch Up
Note:One-touch up applies to the frontwindows only.
Fully lift the switch and release it. Press orlift it again to stop the window.
Resetting One-Touch Up
Start the engine.
1.Lift and hold the window switch untilyou fully close the door window.Continue to hold the switch for a fewseconds after you close the window.
2.Release the window switch.
3.Press and hold the window switch untilyou fully open the door window.
4.Release the window switch.
5.Lift and hold the window switch untilyou fully close the window.
6.Test for correct window operation bycarrying out the one-touch down andone-touch up features.
Bounce-Back
The window stops when closing. It reversessome distance if there is an obstacle in theway.
Overriding the Bounce-Back Feature
WARNING: If you overridebounce-back, the window does notreverse if it detects an obstacle. Takecare when closing the windows to avoidpersonal injury or damage to yourvehicle.
The window stops if you release the switchbefore the window fully closes. Pull up thewindow switch and hold within a fewseconds of the window reaching thebounce-back position. The window travelsup with no bounce-back protection.
Window Lock
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You can switch this feature on and offthrough the information display. SeeGeneral Information (page 115).
You can fold the mirrors on demand bypressing the power-folding mirror controlon the door. The control lights and themirrors fold in toward the glass. Press thecontrol again to unfold the mirrors. Thecontrol light turns off.
Note:If you use the power-folding controlto fold the mirrors on demand with the autofold feature on, you must use the controlagain to unfold them.
Loose Mirror
If you manually fold your power-foldingmirrors, they may not work properly evenafter you re-position them. You need toreset them if:
•The mirrors vibrate when you drive.
•The mirrors feel loose.
•The mirrors do not stay in the folded orunfolded position.
•One of the mirrors is not in its normaldriving position.
To reset the power-fold feature, use thepower-folding mirror control to fold andunfold the mirrors. You may hear a loudnoise as you reset the power-foldingmirrors. This sound is normal. Repeat thisprocess as needed each time you manuallyfold the mirrors.
Heated Exterior Mirrors (If Equipped)
See Heated Exterior Mirrors (page 142).
Memory Mirrors (If Equipped)
You can save and recall the mirrorpositions through the memory function.See Memory Function (page 150).
Auto-dimming Feature (If Equipped)
The driver exterior mirror dims when theinterior auto-dimming mirror turns on.
Direction Indicator Mirrors (If Equipped)
When the vehicle is running, theforward-facing portion of the appropriatemirror housing blinks when you switch onthe direction indicator.
Puddle Lamps (If Equipped)
The lamps on the bottom part of the mirrorhousing light when you use yourtransmitter to unlock the doors or whenyou open a door.
360-Degree Camera (If Equipped)
See 360 Degree Camera (page 237).
Blind Spot Information System
See Blind Spot Information System(page 259).
EXTERIOR MIRRORS - ST
Power Exterior Mirrors
WARNING: Do not adjust themirrors when your vehicle is moving. Thiscould result in the loss of control of yourvehicle, serious personal injury or death.
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Power-folding mirror control.A
Window lockout.B
Adjustment control.C
Right-hand mirror.D
Left-hand mirror.E
To adjust your mirrors, switch your vehicleon, with the ignition in accessory mode orthe engine running.
1.Select the mirror you want to adjust.The control light turns on.
2.Use the adjustment control to adjustthe position of the mirror.
3.Press the mirror control again. Thecontrol light turns off.
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors (If
Equipped)
Push the mirror toward the door windowglass. Make sure that you fully engage themirror in its support when returning it to itsoriginal position.
Auto-Folding Mirrors
The exterior mirrors automatically fold intoward the glass after you place thetransmission into park (P), switch thevehicle off, open and close the driver doorand lock the vehicle. The exterior mirrorsautomatically unfold and return to theirdriving position after you unlock the vehicleand open and close the driver door.
You can switch this feature on and offthrough the instrument cluster display. SeeGeneral Information (page 115).
You can fold the mirrors on demand bypressing the power-folding mirror controlon the door. The control light turns on andthe mirrors fold in toward the glass. Pressthe control again to unfold the mirrors. Thecontrol light turns off.
Note:If you use the power-folding controlto fold the mirrors on demand with the autofold feature on, you must use the controlagain to unfold them.
Loose Mirror
If you manually fold your power-foldingmirrors, they may not work properly evenafter you reposition them. You need toreset them if:
•The mirrors vibrate when you drive.
•The mirrors feel loose.
•The mirrors do not stay in the folded orunfolded position.
•One of the mirrors is not in its normaldriving position.
To reset the power-fold feature, use thepower-folding mirror control to fold andunfold the mirrors. You may hear a loudnoise as you reset the power-foldingmirrors. This sound is normal. Repeat thisprocess as needed each time you manuallyfold the mirrors.
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Select Screens
Select Screens
Menu options covered in Personalized Settings. See Personalized Settings (page117).
Audio
Audio
Menu options covered in the SYNC chapter. See General Information (page 427).
Navigation
Navigation
Menu options covered in the SYNC chapter. See General Information (page 427).
Phone
Phone
Menu options covered in the SYNC chapter. See General Information (page 427).
Settings
Settings
Brake Coach
Percent Oil Life Indication XXX%Hold Ok to ResetOil Life
Hold Ok to ResetTire Monitor
Hold Ok to InitializeNeutral Tow
Note:Additional vehicle settings areavailable through your touchscreen. SeeSettings (page 458).
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Display Setup
Display Setup
Speedometer units
Hold Ok to ResetDriving History1
1 Hybrid only
Note:Additional display settings areavailable through your touchscreen. SeeSettings (page 458).
Hybrid Display Information (If
Equipped)
Unique hybrid vehicle information displayson your instrument cluster display whenyou shut off your vehicle or come to a stop.
Brake Coach
Appears after the vehicle has come to astop. It coaches you to brake in a mannerthat maximizes the amount of energyreturned through the regenerative brakingsystem.
The percent displayed indicates theregenerative braking efficiency, with 100%representing the maximum amount ofenergy recovery.
Note:While regenerative braking works inall drive modes, the brake coach displaymay not be available in all drive modes.
Brake coach can be turned on or off in thesettings menu.
Trip Summary
Displays upon shutting off your vehicle.The values are cumulative since you laststarted your vehicle.
The information shown is the same as theThis Trip on demand screen. SeePersonalized Settings (page 117).
GENERAL INFORMATION -
VEHICLES WITH: 12.3 INCH
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
DISPLAY SCREEN
WARNING: Driving while distractedcan result in loss of vehicle control, crashand injury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is thesafe operation of your vehicle. Werecommend against the use of anyhand-held device while driving andencourage the use of voice-operatedsystems when possible. Make sure youare aware of all applicable local lawsthat may affect the use of electronicdevices while driving.
You can control various systems on yourvehicle using the information displaycontrols on the steering wheel.Corresponding information appears in theinstrument cluster display.
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Phone
Phone
Menu options covered in the SYNC chapter. See General Information (page 427).
Settings
Settings
Brake Coach
Percent Oil Life Indication XXX%Hold Ok to ResetOil Life
Hold Ok to ResetTire Monitor
Hold Ok to InitializeNeutral Tow
Note:Additional vehicle settings areavailable through your touchscreen. SeeSettings (page 458).
Display Setup
Display Setup
Add Tachometer to View
Speedometer units
Hold Ok to ResetDriving History1
1 Hybrid only
Note:Additional display settings areavailable through your touchscreen. SeeSettings (page 458).
Hybrid Display Information (If
Equipped)
Unique hybrid vehicle information displayson your instrument cluster display whenyou shut off your vehicle or come to a stop.
Brake Coach
Appears after the vehicle has come to astop. It coaches you to brake in a mannerthat maximizes the amount of energyreturned through the regenerative brakingsystem.
The percent displayed indicates theregenerative braking efficiency, with 100%representing the maximum amount ofenergy recovery.
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Trip Menu
Trip Menu
Trip 1
Trip 2
Select Your SettingReset Individual Values
Select Your SettingConfigure View
•Trip Odometer - Registers the distance traveled of individual journeys or the totaldistance since the function was last reset.
•Trip Timer - Registers the elapsed time of individual journeys or the total time sincethe function was last reset.
•Average Fuel - Indicates the average fuel consumption of individual journeys or theaverage fuel consumption since the function was last reset.
•Average Speed - Indicates the average vehicle speed of individual journeys or theaverage vehicle speed since the function was last reset.
•Distance to Empty - Indicates the approximate distance your vehicle can travel onthe fuel remaining in the tank. Changes in driving pattern can cause the value to notonly decrease but also increase or stay constant for periods of time.
Note:Hold OK to reset fuel history and average fuel economy.
MyView
MyView
Digital Speedometer
Fuel Economy
Trip/Audio
Calm Screen
Navigation
Navigation
Menu options covered in the SYNC chapter. See General Information (page 427).
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