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28 Keys, Doors, and Windows
If equipped, pull the window switch up fully
and quickly release to express close the
window.
Briefly press or pull the window switch in
the same direction to stop that window’s
express movement.
Window Automatic Reversal System
The express-close feature will reverse
window movement if it comes in contact
with an object. Extreme cold or ice could
cause the window to auto-reverse. The
window will operate normally after the
object or condition is removed.
Automatic Reversal System Override
{Warning
If automatic reversal system override is
active, the window will not reverse
automatically. You or others could be
injured and the window could be
damaged. Before using automatic reversal
system override, make sure that all
people and obstructions are clear of the
window path.When the engine is on, override the
automatic reversal system by pulling and
holding the window switch if conditions
prevent it from closing.
Programming the Power Windows
Programming may be necessary if the
vehicle’s battery has been disconnected or
discharged. If the window will not express
close, program each express-close window:
1. Close all doors.
2. Turn the ignition on or to accessory mode.
3. Partially open the window to be programmed. Then close it and continue
to pull the switch briefly after the
window has fully closed.
4. Open the window and continue to press the switch briefly after the window has
fully opened.
Remote Window Operation
If equipped, this feature allows all the
windows to be opened remotely. If enabled in vehicle personalization, press
and hold
Kon the remote key. To view
available settings from the infotainment
screen, touch Settings > Vehicle > Remote
Lock, Unlock, Start.
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.

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1:Push the windshield wiper lever
forward to spray washer fluid on the rear
window. The lever automatically returns to
its original position when released.
{Warning
In freezing weather, do not use the
washer until the windshield is warmed.
Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice
on the windshield, blocking your vision.
Rear Wiper Arm Assembly Protection
When using an automatic car wash, move
the rear wiper control to OFF to disable the
rear wiper. In some vehicles, if the
transmission is in N (Neutral) and the
vehicle speed is very slow, the rear wiper
will automatically park.
The wiper operations return to normal when
the transmission is no longer in N (Neutral)
or the vehicle speed has increased.
Reverse Gear Wipes
If the rear wiper control is off, the rear
wiper will automatically operate
continuously when the transmission is in
R (Reverse), and the front windshield wiper
is performing low or high speed wipes.
If the rear wiper control is off, the transmission is in R (Reverse), and the front
windshield wiper is performing interval
wipes, then the rear wiper automatically
performs interval wipes.
This feature can be turned on or off. Go to
Settings > Vehicle > Comfort and
Convenience > Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear >
Select ON or OFF.
The windshield washer reservoir is used for
the windshield and rear window. Check the
fluid level if either washer is not working.
See
Washer Fluid 0274.
Compass
The vehicle may have a compass display on
the Driver Information Center (DIC). The
compass receives its heading and other
information from the Global Positioning
System (GPS) antenna, StabiliTrak/Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), and vehicle speed
information.
The compass system is designed to operate
for a certain number of miles or degrees of
turn before needing a signal from the GPS
satellites. When the compass display shows
CAL, drive the vehicle for a short distance in
an open area where it can receive a GPS
signal. The compass system will
automatically determine when a GPS signal
is restored and provide a heading again.
Clock
Set the time and date using the
infotainment system. See "Time/Date" under
Settings 0165.
Power Outlets
The vehicle has two 12-volt accessory power
outlets, which can be used to plug in
electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or
MP3 player.

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(RAP) off and then back on. SeeRetained
Accessory Power (RAP) 0205. The power
restarts when equipment using 150 watts or
less is plugged into the outlet and a system
fault is not detected.
The power outlet is not designed for the
following and may not work properly if they
are plugged in:
.Equipment with high initial peak wattage,
such as compressor-driven refrigerators
and electric power tools
.Other equipment requiring an extremely
stable power supply, such as
microcomputer-controlled electric blankets
and touch sensor lamps
.Medical equipment
Wireless Charging
If equipped and enabled, the vehicle has
wireless charging pocket outside the armrest
of the center console. The system operates
at 145 kHz and wirelessly charges one Qi
compatible smartphone. The power output
of the system is capable of charging at a
rate up to 3 amp (15 W), as requested by
the compatible smartphone. See Radio
Frequency Statement 0347.
{Warning
Wireless charging may affect the
operation of an implanted pacemaker or
other medical devices. If you have one, it
is recommended to consult with your
doctor before using the wireless charging
system.
The vehicle must be on, in accessory mode,
or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be
active. The wireless charging feature may
not correctly indicate charging when the
vehicle is in RAP, during a Bluetooth phone
call, or when phone projection (e.g. Apple
CarPlay / Android Auto) is active. See
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0205. The operating temperature is
−40 °C (−40 °F)
to 85 °C (185 °F) for the charging system and
0 °C (32 °F) to 35 °C (95 °F) for the phone.
A charging stopped alert may be displayed
on the infotainment screen, if the wireless
charger or smartphone are outside of
normal operating temperature. Charging will
automatically resume when a normal
operating temperature is reached.
{Warning
Remove all objects from the charger
before charging your compatible
smartphone. Objects, such as coins, keys,
rings, paper clips, or cards, between the
smartphone and charger may become
very hot.
On the rare occasion that the charging
system does not detect an object, and
the object gets wedged between the
smartphone and charger, remove the
smartphone and allow the object to cool
before removing it from the charger, to
prevent burns.

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To charge a compatible smartphone:1. Confirm the smartphone is capable of wireless charging.
2. Remove all objects from the charging pocket. The system may not charge if
there are any objects between the
smartphone and charger.
3. Insert phone into vertical pocket with the screen pointing towards the rear of the
vehicle.
To maximize the charge rate, ensure the
smartphone is fully seated and centered
in the holder with nothing under it. A thick smartphone case may prevent
the charger from working, or reduce the
charging performance. See your dealer
for additional information.
4. A green
]will appear on the
infotainment display, next to the phone
icon. This indicates that the smartphone
is detected.
5. If a smartphone is placed on the charger and
]turns off or turns yellow, remove
the smartphone and any objects from
the pocket. Turn the smartphone
180 degrees and wait a few seconds
before placing/aligning it on the pocket
again.
6. If a smartphone is placed on the charger and
]turns red, the charger and/or the
smartphone is overheated. Remove the
smartphone and any objects from the
charger in order to cool the system.
The smartphone may become warm during
charging. This is normal. In warmer
temperatures, the speed of charging may be
reduced.
For vehicles with wireless phone projection,
the smartphone may overheat during
wireless charging. The smartphone may slow
down, stop charging, or shut down to protect the battery. The phone may need to
be removed from its case to prevent
overheating. The
]may flash while the
phone is cooling down enough for wireless
charging to automatically resume. This is
normal. Individual phone performance
may vary.
Software Acknowledgements
Certain Wireless Charging Module product
from LG Electronics, Inc. ("LGE") contains the
open source software detailed below. Refer
to the indicated open source licenses (as are
included following this notice) for the terms
and conditions of their use.
OSS Notice Information
To obtain the source code that is contained
in this product, please visit https://
opensource.lge.com. In addition to the
source code, all referred license terms,
warranty disclaimers and copyright notices
are available for download. LG Electronics
will also provide open source code to you
on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of
performing such distribution (such as the
cost of media, shipping, and handling) upon
email request to [email protected]. This
offer is valid for three (3) years from the
date on which you purchased the product.

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The dome lamp controls are in the overhead
console. The dome lamps activate when any
door is opened,
Kon the remote key is
pressed, or when the vehicle is turned off.
To operate, press the following buttons:
jOFF : Press to turn off the dome
lamps. An indicator light on the button will
turn on when the dome lamp override is
activated. Press
jOFF again to
deactivate this feature and the indicator
light will turn off.
+ON/OFF : Press to turn the dome lamps
on or off manually.
Reading Lamps
There are reading lamps on the overhead
console and over the rear passenger doors.
These lamps come on when any door is
opened,
Kon the remote key is pressed,
or when the vehicle is turned off.
Front Reading Lamps
The front reading lamps are in the overhead
console.
Press the lamp lenses to turn the front
reading lamps on or off.
Rear Reading Lamps Press the lamp lens to turn the rear
passenger reading lamps on or off.
Lighting Features
Entry Lighting
The interior lamps turn on when pressingK
on the remote key or opening any doors,
and the dome lamp control is in the door
position.
Some exterior lamps also turn on when
pressing
Kon the remote key or opening
any doors. Low-Beam lamps will only turn
on briefly at night, or in areas with limited
lighting.
All lamps will gradually fade out after about
30 seconds.
Entry lighting can be disabled manually by
closing all doors, pressing
Qon the remote
key, or starting the vehicle.
This feature can be changed. On the
infotainment home page, select the Settings
icon
TVehicleTVehicle Locator Lights.

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Exit Lighting
Some exterior lamps and interior lamps turn
on when the driver door is opened after the
vehicle is turned off.
The exterior and interior lamps remain on
for a set amount of time, then automatically
turn off.
The interior lights turn on when the vehicle
is turned off.
The exterior lamps turn off immediately by
turning the exterior lamp control off.
This feature can be changed. On the
infotainment home screen, select the
Settings icon
TVehicleTExit Lighting.
Battery Load Management
The vehicle has Electric Power Management
(EPM) that estimates the battery's
temperature and state of charge. It then
adjusts the voltage for best performance
and extended life of the battery.
When the battery's state of charge is low,
the voltage is raised slightly to quickly bring
the charge back up. When the state of
charge is high, the voltage is lowered
slightly to prevent overcharging. If the
vehicle has a voltmeter gauge or a voltagedisplay on the Driver Information Center
(DIC), you may see the voltage move up or
down. This is normal. If there is a problem,
an alert will be displayed.
The battery can be discharged at idle if the
electrical loads are very high. This is true for
all vehicles. This is because the generator
(alternator) may not be spinning fast
enough at idle to produce all of the power
needed for very high electrical loads.
A high electrical load occurs when several of
the following are on, such as: headlamps,
high beams, rear window defogger, climate
control fan at high speed, heated seats,
engine cooling fans, trailer loads, and loads
plugged into accessory power outlets.
EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of
the battery. It does this by balancing the
generator's output and the vehicle's
electrical needs. It can increase engine idle
speed to generate more power whenever
needed. It can temporarily reduce the power
demands of some accessories.
Normally, these actions occur in steps or
levels, without being noticeable. In rare
cases at the highest levels of corrective
action, this action may be noticeable to the
driver. If so, a DIC message might be
displayed and it is recommended that the
driver reduce the electrical loads as much as
possible.
Battery Power Protection
This feature helps prevent the battery from
being drained, if the interior courtesy lamps
or reading lamps are accidentally left on.
If any of these lamps are left on, they
automatically turn off after 10 minutes,
if the ignition is off. The lamps will not
come back on again until one of the
following occurs:
.The ignition is turned on.
.The doors are closed and then re-opened.
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver
The exterior lamps turn off about 10 minutes
after the ignition is turned off, if the parking
lamps or headlamps have been manually
left on. This protects against draining the
battery. To restart the 10-minute timer, turn
the exterior lamp control to the
Oposition
and then back to the
;or2position.
To keep the lamps on for more than
10 minutes, the ignition must be on or in
accessory mode.

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Infotainment System
Introduction
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Using the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Radio
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Radio Data System (RDS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Multi-Band Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Audio Players
Avoiding Untrusted Media Devices . . . . 140
USB Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Auxiliary Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Bluetooth Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Navigation
Using the Navigation System . . . . . . . . . . 143
Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Navigation Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Destination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Global Positioning System (GPS) . . . . . . . 153
Vehicle Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Problems with Route Guidance . . . . . . . . 153
If the System Needs Service . . . . . . . . . . . 154Map Data Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Database Coverage Explanations . . . . . . . 154
Voice Recognition
Voice Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Phone
Bluetooth (Overview) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a
Phone) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto . . . . . . 164
Settings
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Teen Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Trademarks and License Agreements
Trademarks and License Agreements . . . 171
Introduction
Read the following pages to become familiar
with the features.
{Warning
Taking your eyes off the road for too
long or too often while using any
infotainment feature can cause a crash.
You or others could be injured or killed.
Do not give extended attention to
infotainment tasks while driving. Limit
your glances at the vehicle displays and
focus your attention on driving. Use voice
commands whenever possible.
The infotainment system has built-in
features intended to help avoid distraction
by disabling some features when driving.
These features may gray out when they are
unavailable. Many infotainment features are
also available through the instrument cluster
and steering wheel controls.
Before driving:
.Become familiar with the operation,
center stack controls, steering wheel
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.Set up the audio by presetting favorite
stations, setting the tone, and adjusting
the speakers.
.Set up phone numbers in advance so they
can be called easily by pressing a single
control or by using a single voice
command.
See Distracted Driving 0187.
Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
If equipped, ANC reduces engine noise in the
vehicle’s interior. ANC requires the
factory-installed audio system, radio,
speakers, amplifier (if equipped), induction
system, and exhaust system to work
properly. Deactivation is required by your
dealer if related aftermarket equipment is
installed.
Overview
Infotainment System
The infotainment system is controlled by
using the infotainment display, controls on
the center stack, steering wheel controls,
and voice recognition (if equipped).
Uplevel Radio.
1.O(Power)
.Press to turn the power on.
.Press to mute/unmute the system
when on.
.Press and hold to display the
power off screen or the option to
display the power off screen.
.Turn to decrease or increase the
volume.
2.g
.Radio: Press and release to go to
the previous station or channel.
Press and hold to fast seek the
next strongest previous station or
channel. See AM-FM Radio 0136.
.USB/Bluetooth: Press to seek to
the beginning of the current or
previous track. Press and hold to
quickly reverse through a track.
Release to return to playing speed.
See USB Port 0140 or
Bluetooth Audio 0142.