
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE57
EXTERIOR LIGHTS
HEADLIGHT SWITCH
The headlight switch is located on the left side of the
instrument panel, next to the steering wheel. The
headlight switch controls the operation of the headlights,
parking lights, instrument panel lights, and fog lights (if
equipped).
Headlight Switch Headlight Switch (Vehicles Sold In Canada Only)
NOTE:Vehicles sold in Canada are equipped with a headlight
switch with an AUTO and ON detent but without an OFF
detent. Headlights will be deactivated when the headlight
switch is placed in the parking lights position. However,
the Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) will be activated along
with the front and rear marker lights. The DRLs may be
deactivated when the parking brake is engaged. To turn on the headlights, rotate the headlight switch
clockwise. When the headlight switch is on, the parking
lights, taillights, license plate light and instrument panel
lights are also turned on. To turn off the headlights, rotate
the headlight switch back to the O (off) position.
For vehicles sold in Canada, rotate the headlight switch
clockwise from the parking lights and instrument panel
lights position to the AUTO position for automatic
headlights. Rotate to the second detent to turn on
headlights, parking lights, and instrument panel lights
operation.
NOTE:
Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight and fog
light (if equipped) lenses that are lighter and less
susceptible to stone breakage than glass lights. Plastic
is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution
followed by rinsing.
1 — Rotate Headlight Control
2 — Push Front Fog Light Control
3 — Ambient Light Dimmer Control
4 — Instrument Panel Dimmer Control1 — Rotate Headlight Control
2 — Push Front Fog Light Control
3 — Ambient Light Dimmer Control
4 — Instrument Panel Dimmer Control
CAUTION!
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents,
steel wool or other abrasive materials to clean the
lenses.
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MULTIFUNCTION LEVER
The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the
steering column.
Multifunction Lever
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRLS)
The Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) come on whenever the
engine is running, and the low beams are not on. The
lights will remain on until the ignition is placed in the OFF
or ON/RUN position, or the parking brake is engaged. The
headlight switch must be used for normal nighttime
driving.
NOTE:
For vehicles sold in Canada, the Daytime Running
Lights will automatically deactivate when the front fog
lights are turned on.
If allowed by law in the country in which the vehicle was
purchased, the Daytime Running Lights can be turned
on and off using the Uconnect system
Úpage 197.
On some vehicles, the Daytime Running Lights may
deactivate, or reduce intensity, on one side of the
vehicle (when a turn signal is activated on that side), or
on both sides of the vehicle (when the hazard warning
lights are activated).
HIGH/LOW BEAM SWITCH
Push the multifunction lever toward the instrument panel
to switch the headlights to high beams. Pulling the
multifunction lever back toward the steering wheel will
turn the low beams back on, or shut the high beams off.
AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAMS —
I
F EQUIPPED
The Automatic High Beam Headlight system provides
increased forward lighting at night by automating high
beam control through the use of a digital camera mounted
on the inside rearview mirror. This camera detects vehicle
specific light and automatically switches from high beams
to low beams until the approaching vehicle is out of view.
NOTE:
The Automatic High Beam Headlight system can be
turned on or off by selecting or deselecting “Auto High
Beam” within Uconnect Settings
Úpage 197.
The headlight switch must also be turned to the AUTO
position after Automatic High Beams is enabled within
Uconnect Settings for the feature to activate.
Automatic High Beams will only activate when the
vehicle speed is above 22 mph (35 km/h).
Broken, muddy, or obstructed headlights and taillights
of vehicles in the field of view will cause headlights to
remain on longer (closer to the vehicle). Also, dirt, film,
and other obstructions on the windshield or camera
lens will cause the system to function improperly. If the windshield or Automatic High Beam Headlight
Control mirror is replaced, the mirror must be re-aimed to
ensure proper performance. See a local authorized dealer.
FLASH-TO-PASS
You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by
lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you. This will
cause the high beam headlights to turn on, and remain on,
until the lever is released.
AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHTS
This system automatically turns the headlights on or off
according to ambient light levels. To turn the system on,
rotate the headlight switch counterclockwise to the AUTO
position. When the system is on, the headlight time delay
feature is also on. This means the headlights will stay on
for up to 90 seconds after you place the ignition into the
OFF position. The headlight time delay can be
programmed 0/30/60/90 seconds
Úpage 197.
To turn the automatic system off, move the headlight
switch out of the AUTO position.
NOTE:The engine must be running before the headlights will
come on in the automatic mode.
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PARKING LIGHTS AND PANEL LIGHTS
To turn on the parking lights and instrument panel lights,
rotate the headlight switch clockwise. To turn off the
parking lights, rotate the headlight switch back to the O
(off) position.
NOTE:Vehicles sold in Canada are equipped with a headlight
switch with an AUTO and ON detent but without an OFF
detent. Headlights will be deactivated when the headlight
switch is placed in the parking lights position. However,
the Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) will be activated along
with the front and rear marker lights. The DRLs may be
deactivated when the parking brake is engaged.
HEADLIGHTS ON AUTOMATICALLY WITH
W
IPERS
If your vehicle is equipped with Automatic Headlights, it
also has this customer-programmable feature. When your
headlights are in the automatic mode and the engine is
running, they will automatically turn on when the wiper
system is on. This feature is programmable through the
Uconnect system
Úpage 197.
NOTE:When your headlights come on during the daytime, the
vehicle will monitor outside brightness and decide if the
instrument panel needs to be dimmed or not
Úpage 60.
HEADLIGHT ILLUMINATION ON
A
PPROACH
When enabled, the headlights, exterior door handle
pocket lights (if equipped), and interior lights will
illuminate when the unlock button on the key fob is
pushed as the operator is approaching the vehicle. This
feature can be turned on/off, and the length of time the
headlights stay on can be programmed for up to
90 seconds within Uconnect Settings
Úpage 197.
Proximity Wake-Up — If Equipped
This feature is enabled/disabled within the Uconnect
system, and is activated when the operator approaches
the driver’s door, passenger’s door, or liftgate with a valid
key fob on their person. Some exterior and interior lights
will illuminate in order to provide an increased sense of
welcome and security as the operator approaches the
vehicle in the dark. “Headlight Illumination On Approach”
must be selected and set to a time value other than zero
within Uconnect Settings for Proximity Wake-Up to
activate.
The doors may be locked or unlocked for this feature to
activate, as long as the ignition is in the OFF position, or
during a Remote Start event. It will not activate if the doors
are locked and the ignition was placed in the ON/RUN
position.
NOTE:Proximity Wake-Up may not activate under the following
conditions:
After numerous consecutive activations, in order to
conserve the vehicle’s battery
After the vehicle’s engine has been off for several days Headlight Animation — If Equipped
When “Headlight Illumination On Approach” is turned on,
and set to a time value above zero, the exterior lights
illuminate in a theatrical manner during approach to the
vehicle. This feature is activated in the following
situations:
Proximity Wake-Up (if equipped) is activated
Remote Start is activated
The unlock button on the key fob is pushed
NOTE:For Headlight Animation to activate with Remote Start or
with the push of the unlock button, “Greeting Lights” must
also be selected within the Uconnect system.
HEADLIGHT DELAY
To aid in your exit, your vehicle is equipped with a
headlight delay that will leave the headlights on for
approximately 90 seconds. This delay is initiated when the
ignition is placed in the OFF position while the headlight
switch is on, and then the headlight switch is cycled off.
Headlight delay can be canceled by either turning the
headlight switch on then off, or by placing the ignition in
the ON position.
NOTE:The headlight delay time is programmable through
Uconnect Settings Úpage 197.
LIGHTS-ON REMINDER
If the headlights or parking lights are left on after the
ignition is placed in the OFF position, a chime will sound
when the driver’s door is opened.
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60GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
FOG LIGHTS
To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking lights or
the low beam headlights, and push the fog light button on
the headlight switch.
Fog Light Button
Fog Light Button (Vehicles Sold In Canada Only)
The fog lights will operate only when the parking lights are
on, or when the vehicle headlights are on low beam. An
indicator light located in the instrument cluster display will
illuminate when the fog lights are on. The fog lights will
turn off when the button is pushed a second time, when
the headlight switch is rotated to the off position, or the
high beam is selected.
Cornering Lights
The cornering lights are a feature to improve visibility at
night while turning the vehicle. When activated, a light
incorporated in the front fog light will illuminate on the
side of the vehicle the steering wheel is rotated or the turn
signal indicator is on. It can be activated through the
Uconnect system
Úpage 197.
TURN SIGNALS
Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows
on each side of the instrument cluster will flash to show
proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
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.
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 SAVER
To protect the life of your vehicle’s battery, load shedding
is provided for both the interior and exterior lights.
If the ignition is placed in the OFF position and any door is
left ajar for 10 minutes or if the overhead console Dome
ON switch is pressed, and the interior lights are on for
10 minutes, the interior lights will automatically turn off.
NOTE:Battery saver mode is canceled if the ignition is in the
ON position.
If the headlights remain on while the ignition is placed in
the OFF position, the exterior lights will automatically turn
off after eight minutes. If the headlights are turned on and
left on for eight minutes while the ignition is in the OFF
position, the exterior lights will automatically turn off.
INTERIOR LIGHTS
COURTESY LIGHTS
Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the front
doors are opened or the Dome ON button is pushed on the
overhead console. If your vehicle is equipped with Remote
Keyless Entry and the unlock button is pushed on the key
fob, the courtesy and dome lights will turn on. When a door
is open and the interior lights are on, pressing the Dome
Defeat button on the overhead console will cause all of the
interior lights to turn off. This allows the doors to stay open
for extended periods of time without discharging the
vehicle’s battery.
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Multicolor Ambient Lighting — If Equipped
The color of certain ambient lighting inside of the vehicle
can be selected within the Apps menu on the radio screen,
or within Uconnect Settings
Úpage 197. Brightness is
adjusted using the ambient light dimmer control on the
headlight switch.
Five colors can be selected for the following two zones
inside of the vehicle:
Zone 1:
Instrument panel decorative ambient lights
Door panel decorative ambient lights
Zone 2:
Front seat footwell areas below the instrument
panel
Lighting below the second row seats
Map pocket lighting on all four door panels
These areas can be set to different colors, or if the SYNC
button is selected within the settings menu, all colored
lights will be set to the same color automatically.
NOTE:All other ambient lighting inside of the vehicle will remain
white, and the ambient light dimmer control switch will
adjust all ambient lighting at the same time.
ILLUMINATED ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED
The Illuminated Entry feature allows you to activate the
low beam, parking lights, and side marker lights for 25
seconds when the vehicle is unlocked (through the key fob
or the Passive Entry door handles [if equipped]). This feature can be activated or deactivated through the
Uconnect Settings
Úpage 197.
NOTE:
When a door is open with the feature active, the activa -
tion of the lights is extended for five seconds.
The feature is disabled when the vehicle is locked or
when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN position.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
The windshield wiper/washer lever is located on the right
side of the steering column. The front wipers are operated
by rotating a switch, located on the end of the lever.
Windshield Wiper Operation
WINDSHIELD WIPER OPERATION
The wipers and washers are operated by a switch within
the wiper lever. Rotate the switch at the end of the lever
upward, to the first detent past the intermittent settings
for low-speed wiper operation. Rotate the switch at the
end of the lever upward to the second detent past the
intermittent settings for high-speed wiper operation. To
turn the windshield wipers off, rotate the switch within the
lever all the way down to OFF.
Intermittent Wiper System
Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions make
a single wiping cycle with a variable pause between cycles
desirable. Rotate the switch at the end of the wiper lever
to the first detent position, and then turn the switch at the
end of the lever to select the desired delay interval. There
are four delay settings, which allow you to regulate the
wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle every second to
a maximum of approximately 36 seconds between cycles.
The delay intervals will double in duration when the
vehicle speed is 10 mph (16 km/h) or less.
1 — Pull For Front Washer
2 — Rotate For Rear Wiper Operation
3 — Rotate For Front Wiper Operation
4 — Push Forward For Rear Washer
5 — Push Up For Mist
CAUTION!
Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents the
windshield wiper blades from returning to the parked
position. If the windshield wiper switch is turned off,
and the blades cannot return to the parked position,
damage to the wiper motor may occur.
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68GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
Controlling The Rear Climate Controls
From The Front Climate Screen
Four-Zone Rear Climate Controls From Front Climate Screen
The Three-Zone and Four-Zone Climate Control system
allows for adjustment of the rear climate controls from the
front screen. This can be done through either the main
Uconnect display, or the Front Comfort And Convenience
Display (if equipped).
NOTE:If equipped with a Four-Zone Climate Control system, the
temperature of left and right sides of the rear passenger
zones can be adjusted separately from the front or rear
climate screens. To change to the rear climate control screen:
Press the “Rear” icon on the touchscreen to display the
rear climate controls. The control functions now
operate the rear system.
Press the “Front” icon on the touchscreen to return to
the front climate controls.
LOCK REAR CLIMATE
Press and release the “Lock Rear” icon to lock
out manual control of the rear temperature and
blower settings made from the rear climate
control display. The “Lock Rear” icon will
illuminate and the text will update to “Unlock Rear” when
this feature is selected. When the feature is deselected,
the text will change back to “Lock Rear” and will no longer
be illuminated.
REAR AUTO BUTTON
Press and release “Auto” on the rear climate
control screen to control the selected rear
passenger temperature by automatically
adjusting airflow distribution and amount. The
“Auto” icon will illuminate when this feature is selected,
and will turn off when deselected. Pressing any other
climate control function for the rear system will cause the
rear system to switch between manual mode and
automatic modes
Úpage 71.
SYNC BUTTON
Press the SYNC To Driver icon on the rear
climate control screen to turn the SYNC feature
on/off. SYNC is used to synchronize all front
and rear passenger zones to the driver’s set
temperature, mode, and blower settings. The SYNC
indicator will illuminate when SYNC is on. Changing the
front driver climate settings will adjust all passenger
settings automatically. If the front passenger or rear
climate settings are adjusted while SYNC is on, SYNC will
automatically exit.
NOTE:When SYNC is not active, the rear passenger climate
control settings will need to be adjusted manually to
achieve desired comfort. See
Úpage 68 and Úpage 69
for more information.
REAR BLOWER CONTROL
Rear Blower Control is used to regulate the
amount of air forced through the rear climate
system. There are several blower speeds
available. The speeds can be selected using
the buttons on the touchscreen. Use the small blower icon
(or blower icon with the downward arrow) to reduce the
blower setting, and the large blower icon (or blower icon
with the upward arrow) to increase the blower setting.
Blower can also be selected by pressing the blower bar
area between the icons.
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AUTO BUTTON
Push the AUTO button below the rear climate
control display, or if equipped, press and
release the AUTO button on the Rear Comfort
And Convenience Display touchscreen to
control the rear passenger area’s temperature by
automatically adjusting distribution and amount of airflow.
Performing this function will cause the system to switch
between manual mode and automatic modes
Úpage 71.
REAR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Push the Up or Down buttons near the rear climate control
display, or if equipped, press the Up or Down arrow
buttons on the Rear Comfort And Convenience Display
touchscreen to control the rear passenger’s temperature.
NOTE:If equipped with a Four-Zone ATC system, the left and right
sides of the rear passenger zones can be adjusted sepa -
rately.
Push the Up arrow hard button, or press and
release, or slide the temperature bar on the
touchscreen towards the red arrow button on
the touchscreen for warmer temperature
settings.
Push the Down arrow hard button, or press and
release, or slide the temperature bar on the
touchscreen towards the blue arrow button on
the touchscreen for cooler temperature
settings.
REAR BLOWER CONTROL
Blower Control is used to regulate the amount
of air forced through the Climate Control
system. There are several blower speeds
available. The speeds can be selected using
the blower control buttons near the rear climate control
display, or if equipped, on the Rear Comfort And
Convenience Display touchscreen.
Use the blower button with the down arrow, or small
blower icon on the touchscreen to reduce the blower
setting. Use the blower button with the up arrow, or the
large blower icon on the touchscreen to increase the
blower setting.
NOTE:Blower speed can also be selected by pressing the
numbered blower speed on the touchscreen bar area
between the blower icons.
REAR MODE CONTROL
Pushing the Mode button below the rear
climate control display, located on the rear of
the center console, will cycle through the three
rear mode control options for airflow
distribution. These options are: Face, Face/Feet, and
Feet.
Mode Control From The Rear Comfort And Convenience
Display
If equipped with the Rear Comfort And Convenience
display, two airflow distribution modes can be selected
on/off from the display by individually by pressing the icons on the touchscreen for up to three combinations of
airflow. The icons on the screen will illuminate when
selected, and turn off when deselected.
The two airflow modes are:
NOTE:If Auto is selected, these icons will no longer be available
and the current mode selection will be overwritten.
REAR CLIMATE LOCK
When the rear climate controls are locked from
the front climate controls, “Unlock Rear” will
illuminate on the rear climate screen. No
adjustments to the rear climate system can be
made from the rear climate controls while the system is
locked.
When the controls are then unlocked from the front
climate controls, the text on the rear screen will update to
“Lock Rear”, and no longer be illuminated. Temperature,
blower speed, and mode settings can now be made from
the rear climate controls.
Face (panel outlets)
Feet (floor outlets)
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REAR CLIMATE CONTROL OFF
To turn the rear climate controls off, push the
OFF button below the rear climate control
display, or if equipped, press and release the
OFF button on the Rear Comfort And
Convenience Display touchscreen, near the blower
buttons.
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL
(ATC)
Automatic Operation
1. Push the AUTO button on the front climate control
display, and the word “AUTO” will illuminate along
with two temperatures for the driver and front
passenger. The system will then automatically
regulate the amount of airflow.
2. Adjust the temperature you would like the system to maintain, by adjusting the driver, passenger, and rear
temperatures. Once the desired temperature is
displayed, the system will achieve, and automatically
maintain, that comfort level.
3. When the system is set up for your comfort level, it is not necessary to change the settings. You will
experience the greatest efficiency by simply allowing
the system to function automatically.
NOTE:It is not necessary to move the temperature settings. The
system automatically adjusts the temperature, mode, and
fan speed to provide comfort as quickly as possible. To provide you with maximum comfort in the automatic
mode during cold start-ups, the blower fan will remain on
low until the engine warms up. The fan will engage
immediately if the Defrost mode is selected, or by
changing the front blower setting.
Manual Operation Override
This system offers a full complement of manual override
features. The AUTO symbol in the front climate control
display will no longer be illuminated when the system is
being used in the manual mode.
NOTE:The system will not automatically sense the presence of
fog, mist or ice on the windshield. Defrost mode must be
manually selected to clear the windshield and side glass.
CLIMATE VOICE RECOGNITION
Adjust vehicle temperatures hands-free and keep
everyone comfortable while you keep moving ahead (If
vehicle is equipped with climate control).
Push the VR/Phone button . After the beep, say one of
the following commands:
“Set the driver temperature to 70 degrees”
“Set the passenger temperature to 70 degrees”
Did You Know: Voice Command for Climate may only be
used to adjust the interior temperature of your vehicle.
Voice Command will not work to adjust the heated seats
or steering wheel if equipped.
OPERATING TIPS
Refer to the chart at the end of this section for suggested
control settings for various weather conditions.
Summer Operation
The engine cooling system must be protected with a
high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosion
protection and to protect against engine overheating. OAT
coolant (conforming to MS.90032) is recommended.
Winter Operation
To ensure the best possible heater and defroster
performance, make sure the engine cooling system is
functioning properly and the proper amount, type, and
concentration of coolant is used. Use of the Air
Recirculation mode during Winter months is not
recommended, because it may cause window fogging.
Vacation/Storage
For information on maintaining the Climate Control system
when the vehicle is being stored for an extended period of
time, see
Úpage 368.
CAUTION!
Interior air enters the Rear Climate Control system
through an intake grille, located in the right side trim
panel behind the third row seats. The heater outlets are
located in the right side trim panel, just behind the rear
doors. Do not block or place objects directly in front of
the inlet grille or heater outlets. The electrical system
could overload causing damage to the blower motor.
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