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driver door. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51.
Keyless Unlocking from the Driver Door When the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the driver door handle, pressing the touch pad button on the driver door handle will unlock and open the driver door. See Door Locks on page 2-10. To customize whether the doors automatically unlock all doors, see “Remote Locking, Unlocking, Starting” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51.
K (Unlock): Press once to unlock the driver door. Press a second time within five seconds to unlock all doors. The hazard warning lamps will flash twice each time the button is pressed and the anti-theft alarm system will be disarmed. See Vehicle Alarm System on page 2-15. On vehicles with remote operating windows, pressing and holding K will open all of the vehicle's windows. See Power Windows on page 2-19. This feature can be disabled by a dealer technician. Q (Lock): Press to lock all doors. The hazard warning lamps will flash once and the anti-theft alarm system will be armed. See Vehicle Alarm System on page 2-15. If the driver door is open when Q is pressed, all doors lock and then the driver door will unlock if the Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout feature is enabled through vehicle
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Keyless Unlocking from Passenger Door Press the door touch pad to unlock all doors and open the passenger door if the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft).
Passive Locking This feature will lock the vehicle several seconds after all doors are closed, if the vehicle is off and at least one RKE transmitter has been removed from the interior or none remain in the interior. To customize whether the doors automatically lock when exiting the vehicle, see “Passive Door Lock” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51.
Temporarily Disable Passive Locking Feature Temporarily disable the passive locking by pressing and holding K on the interior door switch with a door open for at least four seconds, or until three chimes are heard.
Passive locking will then remain disabled until Q on the interior door is pressed, or until the vehicle is turned on. To customize the doors to automatically lock when exiting the vehicle, see “Remote Lock, Unlock, Start” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51.
Keyless Trunk Opening Press the touch pad to open if the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) and the doors are locked. If the doors are unlocked, the transmitter is not required to open the trunk. Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only RKE transmitters programmed to this vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer.
The vehicle can be reprogrammed so that lost or stolen transmitters no longer work. Each vehicle can have up to eight transmitters programmed to it.
Programming with a Recognized Transmitter A new transmitter can be programmed to the vehicle when there is one recognized transmitter. 1. The vehicle must be off and both
the recognized and new transmitters must be with you. 2. Remove the key base from the
recognized RKE transmitter.
3. Place the recognized transmitter
in the cupholder.
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12. To program additional
transmitters, repeat Steps 8–11. Return the key base back into the RKE transmitter.
13. Press and hold the POWER O button for at least 12 seconds to exit programming.
Programming without a Recognized Transmitter If there are no currently recognized transmitters available, follow this procedure to program up to eight transmitters. This feature is not available in Canada. This procedure will take approximately 30 minutes to complete. The vehicle must be off and all transmitters to be programmed must be present.
4.
Insert the vehicle key into the key cylinder above the license plate.
5. Open the trunk. 6. Turn the key counterclockwise
five times within 10 seconds.
7. The DIC displays READY FOR REMOTE KEY 3 or 4, up to 8.
8. Remove the rubber liner to
access the pocket. Place the new transmitter on the indent in the center console storage bin.
9. Press the POWER O button. 10. The DIC displays READY FOR REMOTE KEY 4 or 5, up to 8. 11. Press Q or K on each newly
programmed transmitter to complete the process.
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5. Wait for 10 minutes until the DIC
displays PRESS ENGINE START BUTTON LEARN, then press the POWER O button. The DIC reads REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.
6. Repeat Step 5 two additional times. After the third time all previously known transmitters will no longer work with the vehicle. Remaining transmitters can be relearned during the next steps. The DIC display should now show READY FOR REMOTE #1.
1. Remove the key from the
transmitter and insert the vehicle key into the key cylinder above the license plate.
2. Open the trunk. 3. Turn the key counterclockwise
five times within 10 seconds. The DIC message displays REMOTE LEARN PENDING PLEASE WAIT.
4. Return the key base back into
the RKE transmitter.
7. First remove the rubber liner to
access the pocket. Place the new transmitter on the indent in the center console storage bin.
8. Press the POWER O button.
When the transmitter is learned, the DIC display will show that it is ready to program the new transmitter.
9. Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pocket and press Q or K on the transmitter. 10. To program additional
transmitters, repeat Steps 7–9.
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11. When all additional transmitters
are programmed, press and hold the POWER O button for approximately 12 seconds to exit programming mode.
Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery When you try to start the vehicle, if the transmitter battery is weak, or if there is interference with the signal, the DIC may display NO REMOTE DETECTED or NO REMOTE KEY WAS DETECTED PLACE KEY IN TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN START YOUR VEHICLE. See Key and Lock Messages on page 5-45. To start the vehicle: 1. Open the center console storage
area and the storage tray.
2. Place the transmitter, button side
down, into the transmitter pocket.
3. With the vehicle in P (Park) or
N (Neutral), press the brake pedal and the POWER O button. Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible.
Battery Replacement { Caution
When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter.
Replace the battery if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message displays in the DIC. 1. Press the button near the bottom
of the transmitter and pull the key out.
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Remote Start This feature starts the heating or air conditioning systems and rear window defogger from outside the vehicle. Use remote start to heat or cool the interior when the vehicle is plugged in to maximize the electric range by utilizing electricity from the electrical outlet. Normal operation of the system will return after the vehicle has been turned on. / (Remote Start): This button is on the RKE transmitter. During remote start:
The climate control system will typically default to the last climate setting. If the fan is off or if MIN was selected, the air conditioning or heat will turn on as needed. See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8-1. If the heated seats have been enabled through vehicle personalization, the heated seats will turn on during colder
outside temperatures. See “Remote Start Auto Heat Seats” under Heated Front Seats on page 3-8 and “Remote Start Auto Heat Seats” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51. The rear defogger will turn on during colder outside temperatures.
. Selecting 1 during colder outside temperatures before shutting the vehicle off will help windshield clearing.
. Shutting the vehicle off in ECO Mode without 1 selected will minimize the impact to electric range. Shutting the vehicle off in other modes will maximize heating or air conditioning.
. Use remote start to heat or cool
the interior when the vehicle is plugged in to maximize the electric range by utilizing electricity from the electrical outlet. Engine Assisted Heating operation can be personalized.
2. Use the oval base of the key
blade to separate the two halves of the transmitter.
3. Remove the old battery. Do not
4.
use a metal object. Insert the new battery on the back housing, positive side facing down. Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery.
5. Align the key release button and
snap the transmitter back together.
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. Vehicle range may decrease if the vehicle is not plugged into an electrical outlet. If the vehicle is plugged in, much of the energy needed to support this feature will be provided from the electrical outlet, not from the high voltage battery.
Laws in some communities may restrict the use of features that remotely start the engine. For example, some laws may require a person using the remote start feature to have the vehicle in view when doing so. Check local regulations for any requirements on remote starting of vehicles. The RKE transmitter range may be shorter while the vehicle is running. Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2-2.
Activating Remote Start To heat or cool the passenger compartment using remote start: 1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the
vehicle.
3.
2. Press and release Q on the RKE transmitter; the doors will lock. Immediately press and hold / until the turn signal lamps flash, or for at least four seconds. Pressing / again during a remote start will turn the feature off.
Remote start will automatically shut off after 10 minutes unless a time extension is done. While the remote start is active, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on.
After entering the vehicle during a remote start, press the POWER O button on the center stack with the brake pedal applied to operate as normal. The remote start can be initiated two separate times between driving. For each remote start, the passenger compartment will be heated or cooled for 10 minutes. Extending Engine Run Time The vehicle run time can also be extended by another 10 minutes, if during the first 10 minutes Steps 1–3 are repeated while the engine is still running. This provides a total of 20 minutes. The remote start can only be extended once. When the remote start is extended, the second 10-minute period is added on to the first 10 minutes for a total of 20 minutes.
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A maximum of two remote starts, or a remote start with an extension, are allowed between ignition cycles. The vehicle's ignition must be changed to ON/RUN/START and then back to OFF before the remote start procedure can be used again. Canceling Remote Start To cancel a remote start, do any of the following: . Aim the RKE transmitter at the
vehicle
. Press and hold / until the
parking lamps turn off. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
. Press the POWER O button on the center stack, with the brake pedal applied, then press the POWER O button again to turn the vehicle off.
Conditions in Which Remote Start May Not Work Conditions in which a remote start may not occur include: . An open hood. . Vehicle propulsion system fault
conditions, including an emission control system malfunction.
. High voltage battery fault
conditions.
A second remote start or extension will not occur if the fuel level is low. During a remote start, conditions in which a remote start may be canceled include: . Vehicle propulsion system or
high voltage battery fault conditions. Low engine oil pressure.
. Engine coolant temperature that
is too high.
Door Locks
{ Warning Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
. Passengers, especially
children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors are not locked. So, all passengers should wear safety belts properly and the doors should be locked whenever the vehicle is driven.
. Young children who get into
unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it.
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. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when slowing or stopping the vehicle. Lock the doors to help prevent this from happening.
To lock or unlock the doors from the outside press Q or K on the RKE transmitter.
For Keyless Access, the RKE transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the door handle sensor (1). Grip and press to open. To lock or unlock the doors from the inside, press Q or K on the power door lock switch (2). To open the door, press the door latch button (3). If the vehicle is stationary, the door latch button unlatches an unlocked door. See “Keyless Access Operation” in Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-2.
Power Door Locks
Q (Lock): Press to lock the doors. The indicator light in the switch will illuminate when activated. K (Unlock): Press to unlock the doors.
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Loss of Vehicle Electrical Power If the vehicle has lost battery power, open the doors manually.
From inside the vehicle, pull the driver door manual release lever.
From inside the vehicle, pull the passenger door manual release lever.
From outside the vehicle, open the trunk and pull the manual door release lever.
Delayed Locking This feature delays the locking of the doors until five seconds after all doors are closed. When Q is pressed on the power door lock switch while the door is open, a chime will sound three times indicating delayed locking is active.
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The doors will lock automatically five seconds after all doors are closed. If a door is reopened before that time, the five-second timer will reset when all doors are closed again. Press Q on the door lock switch or press Q on the RKE transmitter to lock the doors immediately. This feature can also be programmed. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51.
Automatic Door Locks The doors will lock automatically when all doors are closed, the ignition is on, and the shift lever is moved out of P (Park). To unlock the doors: . Press K on a door. . Shift the vehicle into P (Park).
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Automatic door unlocking can be programmed through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51.
Lockout Protection If the vehicle is in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START and the power door lock switch is pressed with the driver door open, all the doors will lock and only the driver door will unlock. Lockout Protection can be manually overridden with the driver door open by pressing and holding Q on the power door lock switch. If Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout is turned on and the vehicle is off, the driver door is open, and locking is requested, all the doors will lock and only the driver door will unlock. The Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout feature can be turned on or off using the vehicle personalization menus. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51.
Doors
Trunk
{ Warning
Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate or trunk/hatch open, or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate or trunk/hatch open:
. Close all of the windows. . Fully open the air outlets on
or under the instrument panel.
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The trunk can be opened while the vehicle is locked by pressing the touch pad above the license plate while the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the rear of the vehicle. See “Keyless Access” in Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-2. Close the trunk by pulling on the handle. Do not use the handle as a tie-down. Emergency Trunk Release Handle
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. Adjust the climate control
system to a setting that brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the highest setting. See “Climate Control Systems” in the Index.
. If the vehicle is equipped with
a power liftgate, disable the power liftgate function.
See Engine Exhaust on page 9-27.
Trunk Release
To open the trunk the shift lever must be in P (Park). . Press | on the driver door. . Press and hold i on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
. Press the touch pad on the rear
of the trunk above the license plate when all doors are unlocked.
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Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie-down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle.
There is a glow-in-the-dark emergency trunk release handle on the trunk lid. This handle will glow following exposure to light. Pull the release handle to open the trunk from the inside.
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Vehicle Security This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; however, they do not make the vehicle impossible to steal.
Vehicle Alarm System This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm system. Arming the Alarm System 1. Close the trunk and the hood.
Turn off the vehicle.
2. Lock the vehicle in one of
three ways:
Use the RKE transmitter. Use the Keyless Access system. With a door open, press Q on the interior of the door.
3. After 30 seconds the alarm
system will arm. Pressing Q on the RKE transmitter a second
time will bypass the 30-second delay and immediately arm the alarm system.
If the driver door is opened without first unlocking with the RKE transmitter, the horn will chirp and the lights will flash to indicate pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not started, or the door is not unlocked by pressing K on the RKE transmitter during the 10-second pre-alarm, the alarm will be activated. If the charge cord theft alert is enabled, the alarm will also be activated when there is an attempt to remove the charge cord, or if a passenger door, the trunk, or the hood is opened without first disarming the system. When the alarm is activated, the turn signals flash and the horn sounds for about 30 seconds. The alarm system will then re-arm to monitor for the next unauthorized event.
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The Charge Cord Theft Alert feature may be disabled through the vehicle personalization. See “Charge Cord Theft Alert” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51. Disarming the Alarm System To disarm the alarm system or turn off the alarm if it has been activated: . Press K on the RKE transmitter. . Unlock the vehicle using the
Keyless Access system.
. Start the vehicle. To avoid setting off the alarm by accident:
Lock the vehicle after all occupants have left the vehicle and all doors are closed.
. Always unlock a door with the
RKE transmitter or use the Keyless Access system.
How to Detect a Tamper Condition If K is pressed on the transmitter and the horn chirps three times, a previous alarm occurred while the system was armed. If the alarm has been activated, a message will appear on the DIC. See Security Messages on page 5-49.
Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13-15.
Immobilizer Operation This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system. The system does not have to be manually armed or disarmed. The vehicle is automatically immobilized when the vehicle is turned off.
The system is automatically disarmed when the vehicle is started with a valid RKE transmitter in the vehicle. The RKE transmitter uses electronic coding that matches an immobilizer control unit in the vehicle and automatically disarms the system. Only a correct transmitter can be used to turn the vehicle on.
The security light in the instrument cluster comes on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system. When trying to start the vehicle, the security light comes on briefly when the vehicle is turned on.
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Power Mirrors
Convex Mirrors
{ Warning
A convex mirror can make things, like other vehicles, look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on the right. Check the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.
The passenger side mirror is convex shaped. A convex mirror's surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver seat.
Controls for the outside power mirrors are on the driver door. To adjust a mirror: 1. Move the selector switch to L
(Left) or R (Right) to choose the driver or passenger mirror.
2. Press the arrows on the control pad to move each mirror in the desired direction.
3. Return the selector switch to the
center position.
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If equipped, the vehicle may have memory mirrors. See Memory Seats on page 3-6.
Folding Mirrors
Manual Folding Mirrors The mirrors can be folded inward toward the vehicle to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position.
Heated Mirrors The Rear Window Defogger also heats the outside mirrors. = (Rear Window Defogger): Press to heat the outside mirrors. See “Rear Window Defogger” under Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8-1.
Reverse Tilt Mirrors The passenger and/or driver mirror tilts to a preselected position when the vehicle is in R (Reverse). This feature allows the driver to view the curb when parallel parking. The mirror(s) return to the original position when the vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse), the ignition is turned off, or if the vehicle is driven in (R) above a predetermined speed. Turn this feature on or off through vehicle personalization. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51.
Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with water.
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror The rearview mirror automatically dims to reduce the glare of the headlamps from behind. This feature comes on when the vehicle is started.
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Power Windows
{ Warning
Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke.
Leaving children in a vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is dangerous for many reasons; children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the RKE transmitter in the vehicle and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave the RKE transmitter in a vehicle with children.
The power window switches are on the driver door. The passenger door also has a window switch for only that window. Press the switch to open the window. Pull the switch to close it. The power windows work when the vehicle is on, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9-19.
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Express-Down/Up Windows Windows with an express-down or up feature allow the window to be lowered or raised without holding the switch. Pull a window switch up or press it down all the way, release it, and the window goes up or down automatically. Stop the window by pressing or pulling the switch. Express Window Anti-Pinch Feature If any object is in the path of the window when the express-up is active, the window will stop at the obstruction and auto-reverse to a preset factory position. Weather conditions such as severe icing may also cause the window to auto-reverse. The window will return to normal operation once the obstruction or condition is removed.
Express Window Anti-Pinch Override In an emergency, the anti-pinch feature can be overridden in a supervised mode. Hold the window switch all the way up to the second position. The window will rise for as long as the switch is held. Once the switch is released, the express mode is reactivated. In this mode, the window can still close on an object in its path. Use care when using the override mode. Programming the Power Windows Programming the power windows may be necessary if the 12-volt battery has been disconnected or discharged. To program the window: 1. Close all doors with the vehicle
on, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9-19.
2. Pull the window switch to
completely close the window. Continue to hold the window switch two seconds after the window is closed.
3. Repeat for each window. Remote Window Operation The vehicle may have remote operating windows that will open all the windows from outside the vehicle by pressing and holding K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. This feature can be disabled by a dealer technician.
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Sun Visors
Pull the sun visor down to block glare. If equipped, detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side window or to extend along the rod.
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Head Restraints
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats
Easy Entry Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . 3-4
Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Thigh Support Adjustment . . . . 3-5
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8Rear Seats
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Safety Belts
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
How to Wear Safety BeltsProperly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14Safety Belt Use During
Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Safety Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . 3-18
Safety Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Replacing Safety Belt SystemParts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Airbag System
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . 3-21
When Should an AirbagInflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22
What Makes an Airbag
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23
How Does an Airbag
Adding Equipment to the
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-30
Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . 3-31
Replacing Airbag SystemParts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . 3-31
Child Restraints
Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-32
Infants and YoungChildren . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-34
Child Restraint Systems . . . . . 3-36
Where to Put the Restraint . . . 3-38
Lower Anchors and Tethersfor Children (LATCH System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-39
Replacing LATCH System
Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23
Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . 3-44
What Will You See after an
Securing Child Restraints
Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24
(Rear Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-45
Passenger Sensing
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30
Securing Child Restraints
(Front Passenger Position) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-47
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Head Restraints { Warning
With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant's head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. Front Seats The vehicle's front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions.
To lower the head restraint, press the button located on the side of the head restraint, and push the head restraint down. Try to move the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place.
Pull the head restraint up to raise it. Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place.
To adjust the head restraint forward, grasp the head restraint and pull forward until the desired locking position is reached. To adjust the head restraint rearward, press the button located on the side of the head restraint, and push the head restraint
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rearward until the desired locking position is reached. Try to move the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place. The front seat outboard head restraints are not designed to be removed. Rear Seats The vehicle's rear seats have headrests in the outboard seating positions that cannot be adjusted. The rear outboard headrests are not designed to be removed.
1. Seat Adjustment Switch 2. Folding Seatback Handle The front seats can be moved out of the way to make it easier to get in and out of the rear seat. To fold the seatback, lift the handle (2) on top of the seatback. The seatback will fold forward.
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To move the seat forward, press and hold the front of the switch (1) on the outboard side of the upper seatback. To move the seat rearward, press and hold the rear of the switch (1). Release the switch (1) when the seat reaches the desired position. After entering or exiting the rear seat, return the seatback to the upright position. Lift the seatback and push it rearward until it locks into place. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
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You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving. Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving.
To adjust the seat: . Move the seat forward or
rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward. The seat can also be adjusted forward or rearward using the switch on the outboard side of the upper seatback. See Easy Entry Seat on page 3-3.
. Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down.
. Raise or lower the seat by
moving the rear of the control up or down.
To adjust the seatback, see Reclining Seatbacks on page 3-5. To adjust the lumbar support, see Lumbar Adjustment on page 3-4. Some vehicles are equipped with a feature that activates a vibrating pulse alert in the driver seat to help the driver avoid crashes. See Driver Assistance Systems on page 9-47.
Lumbar Adjustment
Lumbar Support
To adjust the lumbar support: . Press and hold the control
forward to increase or rearward to decrease lumbar support.
. Press and hold the control up to raise or down to lower the height of the lumbar support.
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Thigh Support Adjustment
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If equipped, to adjust the bolster support: . Press and hold the control up to
increase seatback bolster support.
. Press and hold the control down
to decrease seatback bolster support.
The seatback bolster support control is also used to recline and raise the seatback. See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3-5.
If equipped, adjust the manual leg extension by pulling up on the lever, and then pulling or pushing on the support to lengthen or shorten it. Release the lever to lock it in place.
To adjust the seatback:
Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline. Tilt the top of the control forward to raise.
The reclining seatback control is also used to adjust the seatback bolster support. See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3-4.
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Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at your pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear the safety belt properly.
Memory Seats
Do not have a seatback reclined if the vehicle is moving.
The SET, "1," "2," and B (Exit) buttons on the driver door are used to manually save and recall memory settings for the driver seat, outside mirrors, and power tilt and telescoping steering column.
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Storing Memory Positions To save positions to the “1” and “2” buttons: 1. Adjust the driver seat, outside mirrors, and the power tilt and telescoping steering column to the desired driving positions. 2. Press and release SET, then
immediately press and hold “1” until a beep sounds.
3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for a
second driver using “2.”
To save positions to the B (Exit) button and easy exit features: 1. Adjust the driver seat, power tilt
and telescoping steering column, and the outside mirrors on some vehicles to the desired positions for getting out of the vehicle. 2. Press and release SET, then
immediately press and hold B until a beep sounds.
Manually Recalling Memory Positions If the vehicle is OFF or not in P (Park), press and hold "1," "2," or B to manually recall the previously stored memory positions. Releasing "1,” "2," or B before the stored positions are reached stops the recall. If the vehicle is ON and in P (Park), press and release “1,” “2,” or B to manually recall the previously stored memory positions. Placing the ignition in OFF before the stored positions are reached stops the recall. If something has blocked the driver seat and/or power tilt and telescoping steering column while recalling a memory position, the recall may stop. Remove the obstruction; then press and hold the appropriate manual control for the memory item that is not recalling for two seconds. Try recalling the memory position again by pressing the appropriate memory button.
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If the memory position is still not recalling, see your dealer for service.
Automatically Recalling Memory Positions (Auto Memory Recall) The Auto (Automatic) Memory Recall feature automatically recalls the current driver’s previously stored “1” or “2” position when entering the vehicle. Depending upon the Auto Memory Recall feature enabled in the vehicle personalization menu, memory “1” or “2” positions are recalled in the following ways: To activate the recall when On - Driver Door Open is selected in the personalization menu, do one of the following: . Press K on the RKE transmitter
and open the driver door.
. Press K on the RKE transmitter
when the driver door is already open.
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To activate the recall when On - At Ignition On is selected in the vehicle personalization menu: . Place the ignition in ON/RUN/
START.
See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51. To stop recall movement, press one of the memory, power mirror, or power seat controls; or press the power tilt and telescoping steering column control. If On - At Ignition On is selected in the vehicle personalization menu, placing the ignition in OFF also stops the recall. If something has blocked the driver seat and/or the power tilt and telescoping steering column while recalling a memory position, the recall may stop. Remove the obstruction; then press and hold the appropriate manual control for the memory item that is not recalling for two seconds. Try recalling the memory position again by opening the driver door and pressing K on
the RKE transmitter. If the memory position is still not recalling, see your dealer for service.
Easy Exit Recall If programmed on in the vehicle personalization menu, the easy exit feature automatically moves the driver seat, power tilt and telescoping steering column, and outside mirrors on some vehicles to the memory positions previously saved to the B (Exit) button. See “Storing Memory Positions” listed previously. See also Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51. Easy exit recall automatically activates when one of the following occurs:
The vehicle is turned off and the driver door is opened within a short time. The vehicle is turned off with the driver door open.
If something has blocked the driver seat and/or power tilt and telescoping steering column while
recalling the exit position, the recall may stop. Remove the obstruction; then press and hold the appropriate manual control for the exit feature not recalling for two seconds. Try recalling the exit position again. If the exit position is still not recalling, see your dealer for service.
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If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns. To reduce the risk of burns, people with such a condition should use care when using the seat heater, especially for long periods of time. Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such as a blanket, cushion, cover, or similar item. This may cause the seat heater to
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overheat. An overheated seat heater may cause a burn or may damage the seat.
The buttons are near the climate controls on the center stack. To operate, the ignition must be in ON/ RUN/START. Press J or z to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and seatback.
Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The indicator lights next to the buttons indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest. If the heated seats are on high, the level may automatically be lowered after approximately 30 minutes. When this feature is off, the heated seat symbol on the button is white. When the heated seat is turned on, the symbol turns red. The passenger seat may take longer to heat up.
Auto Heated Seats The controls can be accessed while the vehicle is on by pressing Q on the center stack. Press the touch screen J AUTO or z AUTO button. The area around the button will change to red when this feature is on.
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When the vehicle is on, this feature will automatically activate the heated seats at the level required by the vehicle’s interior temperature. The active high, medium, low, or off heated seat level will be indicated by the manual heated seat buttons on the center stack. Use the touch screen button or the manual heated seat buttons on the center stack to turn auto heated seats off. If the passenger seat is unoccupied, the auto heated seats feature will not activate that seat. The auto heated seats feature can be programmed to always be enabled when the vehicle is on. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51.
Remote Start Auto Heated Seats When it is cold outside, the heated seats can be turned on automatically during a remote start. They are canceled when the ignition is turned on. Press the button to use the heated seats after the vehicle is started.
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The heated seat indicator lights do not turn on during a remote start. The temperature performance of an unoccupied seat may be reduced. This is normal. The heated seats will not turn on during a remote start unless they are enabled in the vehicle personalization menu. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-51
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To fold a seatback:
Folding the Seatback Either seatback can be folded for more cargo space. Fold a seatback only when the vehicle is not moving.
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Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat.
1. Pull the tab on the outboard side
of the seatback to release the seatback.
2. Fold the seatback forward. 3. Repeat Steps 1–2 to fold the
other seatback, if desired.
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If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked.
To raise a seatback: 1. Lift the seatback and push it
rearward to lock it in place. 2. Push and pull the top of the
seatback to be sure it is locked.
3. Repeat the steps to raise the other seatback, if necessary.
When the seat is not in use, it should be kept in the upright, locked position.
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A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. After raising the rear seatback, always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached, and are not twisted.
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Safety Belts This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts properly. It also describes some things not to do with safety belts.
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Do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannot be worn properly. In a crash, if you or your passenger(s) are not wearing safety belts, injuries can be much worse than if you are wearing safety belts. You can be seriously injured or killed by hitting things inside the vehicle harder or by being ejected from the vehicle. In addition, anyone who is not buckled up can strike other passengers in the vehicle. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, passengers riding in these areas
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are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow passengers to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Always wear a safety belt, and check that all passenger(s) are restrained properly too.
This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle the safety belts. See Safety Belt Reminders on page 5-14.
Why Safety Belts Work
When riding in a vehicle, you travel as fast as the vehicle does. If the vehicle stops suddenly, you keep going until something stops you. It could be the windshield, the instrument panel, or the safety belts! When you wear a safety belt, you and the vehicle slow down together. There is more time to stop because you stop over a longer distance and, when worn properly, your strongest bones take the forces from the
safety belts. That is why wearing safety belts makes such good sense. Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt?
A: You could be — whether you are
wearing a safety belt or not. Your chance of being conscious during and after a crash, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted.
Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why
should I have to wear safety belts?
A: Airbags are supplemental
systems only; so they work with safety belts — not instead of them. Whether or not an airbag is provided, all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection.
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Also, in nearly all states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing safety belts.
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This section is only for people of adult size. There are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and infants. If a child will be riding in the vehicle, see Older Children on page 3-32 or Infants and Young Children on page 3-34. Follow those rules for everyone's protection. It is very important for all occupants to buckle up. Statistics show that unbelted people are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. There are important things to know about wearing a safety belt properly.
. Sit up straight and always keep
your feet on the floor in front of you.
. Always use the correct buckle
for your seating position.
. Wear the lap part of the belt low
and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries.
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. Wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash.
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You can be seriously injured, or even killed, by not wearing your safety belt properly. . Never allow the lap or
shoulder belt to become loose or twisted.
. Never wear the shoulder belt
under both arms or behind your back.
. Never route the lap or shoulder belt over an armrest.
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Lap-Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” in the Index.
2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way, the child restraint locking feature may be engaged. If this happens, let the belt go back all the way and start again.
3. Push the latch plate into the
buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 3-17. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary.
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4. To make the lap part tight, pull
up on the shoulder belt.
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To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt should return to its stowed position. Before a door is closed, be sure the safety belt is out of the way. If a door is slammed against a safety belt, damage can occur to both the safety belt and the vehicle. The front passenger safety belt is equipped with an adjustable latch plate stop. The feature allows the user to position the latch plate on the belt to prevent contact with the adjacent door trim and to ensure the safety belt is out of the way when closing the door. If the latch plate contacts the door trim when the belt is returned to its stowed position, slide the adjustable latch plate stop to a higher position. Safety Belt Pretensioners This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front outboard occupants. Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they are part of the safety belt assembly.
They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal, near frontal, or rear crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met. And, on vehicles with side impact and roof-rail airbags, safety belt pretensioners can help tighten the safety belts in a side crash or a rollover event. Pretensioners work only once. If the pretensioners activate in a crash, the pretensioners and possibly other parts of the safety belt system will need to be replaced. See Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash on page 3-18. Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides This vehicle may have rear safety belt comfort guides. If not, they are available through your dealer. The guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed and
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properly adjusted, the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head. There is one guide for each outboard passenger position in the rear seat. To install a comfort guide to the safety belt:
1. Remove the guide from its
storage pocket on the side of the seat.
2. Place the guide over the belt,
and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide.
3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top.
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