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1. Pull the lever down. 2. Move the steering wheel up

or down.

3. Pull or push the steering wheel

closer or away from you.

4. Pull the lever up to lock the

steering wheel in place.

Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.

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Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment If the vehicle has this feature, the position of the throttle and brake pedals can be adjusted. The switch used to adjust the pedals is located on the right side of the steering column, below the wiper stalk. Pull the switch toward you to move the pedals further from the floor, or push the switch away from you to move the pedals closer to the floor. See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 9‑18.

Interior Lighting

Dome Lamps The dome lamp controls are located in the overhead console. To change the dome lamp settings, press the following: * : Turns the lamp off, even when a door is open. 1 : The lamp comes on automatically when a door is opened. + : Turns the dome lamp on.

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Reading Lamps There are reading lamps located on the overhead console and over the rear passenger doors. These lamps come on automatically when any door is opened. To manually turn the reading lamps on or off:

For the overhead console reading lamps, press the button next to each lamp. For the rear passenger reading lamps, press the lamp lens. For more information on interior lighting, see Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6‑7.

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Exterior Lighting

The exterior lamps control is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column. The exterior lamps control has four positions: O : Briefly turn to this position to turn the automatic light control off or on again.

AUTO: Turns the headlamps on automatically at normal brightness, together with the parking lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel lights. ; : Turns the parking lamps on together with the taillamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel lights. 5 : Turns the headlamps on together with the parking lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel lights. # : For vehicles with fog lamps, press to turn the lamps on or off. For more information, see: . Exterior Lamp Controls on

page 6‑1.

. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)

on page 6‑3.

Windshield Wiper/Washer

The windshield wiper/washer lever is located on the right side of the steering column. With the ignition in ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, move the windshield wiper lever to select the wiper speed. 2: Use for fast wipes. 1: Use for slow wipes.

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G : Turn the 3 band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. If the vehicle has Rainsense™, see following Rainsense information.

( : Use to turn the wipers off. 8 : For a single wipe, briefly move the wiper lever down. For several wipes, hold the wiper lever down. Windshield Washer Pull the lever toward you to spray washer fluid on the windshield. See Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5‑3 and Rear Window Wiper/ Washer on page 5‑5, if equipped.

Rainsense™ For vehicles with Rainsense: G : Move the windshield wiper lever to G. Turn the 3 band on the wiper lever to adjust the sensitivity. Turn the band up for more sensitivity to moisture. Turn the band down for less sensitivity to moisture. To deactivate Rainsense, move the windshield wiper lever out of the G position.

Rear Window Wiper/Washer The rear wiper controls are on the end of the windshield wiper lever.

Press the upper or lower portion of the button to control the rear wiper and rear wiper delay. The system turns off when the button is returned to the middle position. Z : Use for continuous rear window wipes. 5 : Use to set a delay between wipes. = : Push the windshield wiper lever forward to spray washer fluid on the rear window.

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Climate Controls

The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system.

A. Fan Control B. Power C. AUTO (Automatic Operation) D. ZONE E. Defrost F. Air Delivery Mode Control G. Driver and Passenger

Temperature Control

H. Driver and Passenger Heated

and Ventilated Seats Air Conditioning

I. J. Recirculation K. Outside Air L. Rear Window Defogger

See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8‑1 and Rear Climate Control System on page 8‑5, if equipped.

Transmission

Driver Shift Control (DSC) Notice: If you drive the vehicle at a high rpm without upshifting while using Driver Shift Control (DSC), you could damage the vehicle. Always upshift when necessary while using DSC. Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows you to shift an automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission. To use the DSC feature: 1. Move the shift lever to

the left from D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode).

2. To enter M (Manual Mode),

press the shift lever forward (+) to upshift or rearward (−) to downshift.

See Manual Mode on page 9‑28.

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Vehicle Features

Radio(s) VOL/ O : Press to turn the system on and off. Turn to increase or decrease the volume. RADIO/BAND: Press to choose between FM, AM, or XM™, if equipped. TUNE k : Turn to select radio stations. Press to show play or pause track. SEEK r t : Press to seek the previous station or track. SEEK [ u : Press to seek the next station or track. / BACK or BACK / (depending on system): Press to exit or move backwards in a menu.

Buttons 1 ‐ 6: Press to save and select favorite stations For more information about these and other radio features, see Operation on page 7‑7. Storing a Favorite Station Stations from all bands can be stored in the favorite lists in any order. Up to six stations can be stored in each favorite page and the number of available favorite pages can be set. To store the station to a position in the list, press the corresponding numeric button 1-6 until the station can be heard again. For more information, see “Storing a Station as a Favorite” in AM-FM Radio on page 7‑11.

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Setting the Clock The vehicle has a digital and an analog clock. For detailed instructions on setting either clock, see Clock (Analog Clock) on page 5‑7 or Clock (Digital Clock) on page 5‑7.

Turning the Digital Clock On or Off 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select Time and Date Settings. 3. Select Clock Displayed. 4. Press the MENU/SELECT

button to turn the clock on or off.

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Setting the Time and Date 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select Time and Date Settings. 3. Select Set Time or Set Date. 4. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to

adjust the highlighted value.

5. Press the MENU/SELECT knob

to select the next value.

6. To save the time or date and return to the Time and Date Settings menu, press the BACK button at any time or press the MENU/SELECT knob after adjusting the minutes or year.

Setting the 12/24 Hour Format 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select Time and Date Settings. 3. Highlight 12/24 Hour Format. 4. Press the MENU/SELECT

button to select the 12 hour or 24 hour display format.

Setting the Month & Day Format 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select Time and Date Settings. 3. Highlight Month & Day Format. 4. Press the MENU/SELECT knob to select MM/DD (month/day) or DD/MM (day/month).

Setting the Auto Time Adjust (If Equipped) 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select Time and Date Settings. 3. Highlight Auto Time Adjust. 4. Press the MENU/SELECT knob

to turn Auto Time Adjust on or off.

Satellite Radio Vehicles with an XM™ Satellite Radio tuner and a valid XM Satellite Radio subscription can receive XM programming. XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. XM Satellite Radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast to coast, and in digital-quality sound. A fee is required to receive the XM service. For more information refer to: . www.xmradio.com or call

1-800-929-2100 (U.S.). . www.xmradio.ca or call

1-877-438-9677 (Canada).

For more information, see Satellite Radio on page 7‑14.

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Portable Audio Devices Some vehicles have a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) auxiliary input and a USB port located in the center console. External devices such as iPods®, laptop computers, MP3 players, CD changers, and USB storage devices may be connected, depending on the audio system. For more information, see Auxiliary Devices (Radio with CD) on page 7‑29 or Auxiliary Devices (Radio with CD/DVD and MEM) on page 7‑35.

Bluetooth® The Bluetooth system allows users with a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone to make and receive hands-free calls using the vehicle audio system, microphone, and controls. The Bluetooth-enabled cell phone must be paired with the in-vehicle Bluetooth system before it can be used in the vehicle. Not all phones will support all functions. See Bluetooth (Overview) on page 7‑50 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on page 7‑52 or Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) on page 7‑56.

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Steering Wheel Controls

If available, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. y z : Press y to select the next favorite radio station or next CD, DVD, if equipped, or MP3 track.

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Press z to select the previous favorite radio station or previous CD, DVD, if equipped, or MP3 track. + x −: Press + to increase the volume, press − to decrease the volume. b g : Press to interact with the available Bluetooth, OnStar, or Navigation system. 0 c : Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn the sound on. For vehicles with OnStar or Bluetooth systems, press to reject an incoming call, or end a current call. SRCE: Press to select an audio source. For more information, see Steering Wheel Controls on page 5‑2.

Navigation System If the vehicle has a navigation system, there is a separate Navigation System Manual that includes information on the radio, audio players, and navigation system. The navigation system provides detailed maps of most major freeways and roads. After a destination has been set, the system provides turn-by-turn instructions for reaching the destination. In addition, the system can help locate a variety of points of interest (POIs), such as banks, airports, restaurants, and more. See the navigation system manual for more information.

Cruise Control

T : Press to turn cruise control on and off. + RES: Press briefly to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed or press and hold to accelerate. −SET: Press to set the speed and activate cruise control or make the vehicle decelerate. [ : Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory. See Cruise Control on page 9‑38.

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Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC display is located in the center of the instrument panel cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems. The controls for the DIC are located on the turn signal lever.

B. w x: Use the thumbwheel to scroll through the items in each menu.

C. MENU: Press to get to the

Trip/Fuel Menu and the Vehicle Information Menu. This button is also used to return to or exit the last screen displayed on the DIC.

For more information, see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑29.

A. SET/CLR: Press to set or clear the menu item when it is displayed.

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Vehicle Personalization Some vehicle features can be programmed by using the audio system controls. These features include: . Climate and Air Quality . Comfort and Convenience

Language Lighting

. Power Door Locks . Remote Lock/Unlock/Start . Return to Factory Settings See Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑42.

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Rear Vision Camera (RVC) If available, the rear vision camera displays a view of the area behind the vehicle when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). The display will appear on either the inside rearview mirror or navigation screen, if equipped. To clean the camera lens, located above the license plate, rinse it with water and wipe it with a soft cloth. See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) on page 9‑43.

Ultrasonic Parking Assist If available, this feature uses sensors on the front and rear bumpers to detect objects while parking the vehicle. Ultrasonic Front and Rear Parking Assist (UFRPA) comes on automatically when the shift lever is moved into R (Reverse) and operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph). UFRPA uses audible beeps and a display in the instrument panel to provide distance and system information. Keep the sensors on the vehicle's front and rear bumpers clean to ensure proper operation.

The system can be disabled by pressing the park assist button located next to the shift lever. See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9‑40 for more information.

Storage Compartments The glove box is air conditioned and can be used to store items at a lower temperature. Slide the control across the small hole to adjust the air flow. See Glove Box on page 4‑1
for more information.

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Power Outlets The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player. The vehicle has four accessory power outlets. The power outlets located below the climate control system inside the front storage bin, inside the center floor console, and on the rear of the center floor console are powered while the vehicle is in ON/RUN/START or ACC/ACCESSORY mode, or until the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of turning off the vehicle. The power outlet located in the rear cargo area is powered at all times. Open the protective cap to use the accessory power outlet. See Power Outlets on page 5‑8.

Universal Remote System

This system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices. Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the Universal Home Remote. Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another person available to assist you with programming the Universal Home Remote. See Universal Remote System on page 5‑48.

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Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control System (TCS) The traction control system limits wheel spin. The system is on when the vehicle is started.

To turn off traction control, press and release g located on the console. i illuminates and the appropriate DIC message displays. See Vehicle Messages on page 5‑34.

. Press and release g again to turn traction control back on.

For more information, see Traction Control System (TCS) on page 9‑34.

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StabiliTrak® System The StabiliTrak system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. The system is on when the vehicle is started.

To turn off both Traction Control and StabiliTrak, press and hold g until g and i illuminate and the appropriate DIC message displays. See Vehicle Messages on page 5‑34.

. Press g again to turn on both

systems.

For more information, see StabiliTrak® System on page 9‑36.

Tire Pressure Monitor This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).

The TPMS warning light alerts you to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicle's tires. If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑12. The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected.

During cooler conditions, the low tire pressure warning light may appear when the vehicle is first started and then turn off. This may be an early indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure. The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance. It is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressures. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10‑65.

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The oil life system can also be reset as follows: 1. Turn the ignition on with the

engine off.

2. Fully press and release the

accelerator pedal three times within five seconds. If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message is not on, the system is reset.

See Engine Oil Life System on page 10‑14.

Resetting the Oil Life System 1. Using the DIC MENU button and

thumbwheel on the turn signal lever, display REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑29 and Engine Oil Messages on page 5‑37.

2. Press the SET/CLR button to

reset the oil life at 100%. Be careful not to reset the oil life display accidentally at any time other than after the oil is changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change.

Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit This vehicle may come with a jack and spare tire or a tire sealant and compressor kit. The kit can be used to temporarily seal small punctures in the tread area of the tire. See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10‑81 for complete operating information. If the vehicle came with a jack and spare tire, see If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10‑79.

Engine Oil Life System The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message when it is time to change the engine oil and filter. The oil life system should be reset to 100% only following an oil change.

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Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge and a yellow fuel cap can use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85% ethanol (E85). See Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) on page 9‑50. For all other vehicles, use only the unleaded gasoline described under Recommended Fuel on page 9‑48.

Driving for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible. . Avoid fast starts and accelerate

smoothly.

. Brake gradually and avoid

abrupt stops.

. Avoid idling the engine for long

periods of time.

. When road and weather

conditions are appropriate, use cruise control.

. Always follow posted speed

limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.

. Keep vehicle tires properly

inflated.

. Combine several trips into a

single trip.

. Replace the vehicle's tires with

the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size. Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.

Roadside Service U.S. or Canada: 1-800-882-1112
TTY Users (U.S. or Canada): 1-888-889-2438
Mexico: 01-800-466-0805
As the owner of a new Cadillac, you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Service program. See Roadside Service (U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑8 or Roadside Service (Mexico) on page 13‑11 for more information.

Roadside Service and OnStar (U.S. and Canada) If you have an active OnStar subscription, press the Q button and the current GPS location will be sent to an OnStar advisor who will assess your problem, contact Roadside Service, and relay your exact location to get the help you need.

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Online Owner Center (U.S. and Canada) The Online Owner Center is a complimentary service that includes online service reminders, vehicle maintenance tips, online owner manual, special privileges, and more. Sign up today at: www.cadillacownercenter.com (U.S.) or www.gm.ca (Canada).

OnStar®

For vehicles with an active OnStar subscription, OnStar uses several innovative technologies and live Advisors to provide a wide range of safety, security, navigation, diagnostics, and calling services.

Automatic Crash Response In a crash, built‐in sensors can automatically alert an OnStar Advisor who is immediately connected to the vehicle to see if you need help. How OnStar Service Works Q : Push this blue button to connect to a specially trained OnStar Advisor to verify your account information and to answer questions. ] : Push this red emergency button to get priority help from specially trained OnStar Emergency Advisors. X : Push this button for hands‐free, voice‐activated calling and to give voice commands for Hands‐Free Calling and Turn‐by‐Turn Navigation. Automatic Crash Response, Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, Roadside Assistance, Turn‐by‐Turn

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Navigation, and Hands‐Free Calling are available on most vehicles. Not all OnStar services are available on all vehicles. For more information, see the OnStar Owner's Guide; visit www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada); contact OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1‐888‐466‐7827) or TTY 1‐877‐248‐2080; or push the Q button to speak with an OnStar Advisor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For a full description of OnStar services and system limitations, see the OnStar Owner's Guide in the glove box. OnStar service is subject to the OnStar Terms and Conditions included in the OnStar Glove Box Kit. OnStar service requires wireless communication networks and the Global Positioning System (GPS) satellite network. Not all OnStar services are available everywhere or on all vehicles at all times.

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OnStar service can’t work unless the vehicle is in a place where OnStar has an agreement with a wireless service provider for service in that area, and the wireless service provider has coverage, network capacity, reception, and technology compatible with OnStar service. Service involving location information about the vehicle can’t work unless GPS signals are available, unobstructed, and compatible with the OnStar hardware. The vehicle has to have a working electrical system and adequate battery power for the OnStar equipment to operate. OnStar service may not work if the OnStar equipment isn’t properly installed or you haven’t maintained it and the vehicle is in good working order and in compliance with all government regulations. If you try to add, connect, or modify any equipment or software in the vehicle, OnStar service may not work. Other problems OnStar can’t

control may prevent service to you, such as hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather, electrical system design and architecture of the vehicle, damage to important parts of the vehicle in a crash, or wireless phone network congestion or jamming. See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13‑20 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-210/220/310. OnStar Steering Wheel Controls This vehicle may have a Talk/Mute button that can be used to interact with OnStar Hands-Free calling. See Steering Wheel Controls on page 5‑2 for more information. On some vehicles, the Talk button can be used to dial numbers into voice mail systems, or to dial phone extensions. See the OnStar Owner's Guide for more information.

Your Responsibility Increase the volume of the radio if the OnStar Advisor cannot be heard. If the light next to the OnStar buttons is red, the system may not be functioning properly. Push the Q button and request a vehicle diagnostic check. If the light appears clear (no light appears), your OnStar subscription has expired and all services have been deactivated. Push the Q button to confirm that the OnStar equipment is active.

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Keys, Doors and Windows

Keys and Locks

Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . 2-10
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13

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Doors

Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14

Vehicle Security

Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Anti-Theft Alarm System . . . . . 2-18
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . 2-19

Exterior Mirrors

Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22
Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . 2-22
Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . 2-22

Interior Mirrors

Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . 2-22
Automatic Dimming Rearview

Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23

Windows

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-24
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-26

Roof

Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-27

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Keys

{ WARNING

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.

This key, located inside the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, is used for the driver door and glove box.

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Notice: If the keys get locked in the vehicle, it may have to be damaged to get them out. Always carry a spare key. Contact Roadside Service if you are locked out of the vehicle. See Roadside Service (U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑8 or Roadside Service (Mexico) on page 13‑11.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13‑20 for information regarding Part 15
of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-210/220/310.

If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range: . Check the distance.

The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle.

. Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.

. Check the transmitter's battery.

See “Battery Replacement” later in this section. If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service.

To remove the key, press the button near the bottom of the transmitter, and pull the key out. Never pull the key out without pressing the button. See your dealer if a new key is needed.

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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functions will work up to 60 m (195 ft) away from the vehicle. Keep in mind that other conditions, such as those previously stated, can impact the performance of the transmitter.

With Remote Start and Power Liftgate Shown, Without Similar

Q (Lock): Press to lock all doors. The turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound to indicate locking, see “Locking Feedback” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑42. If the driver door is open when Q is pressed, all doors lock except the driver door, if enabled through the vehicle personalization. If the passenger door is open when Q is pressed, all doors lock. Pressing Q may also arm the theft-deterrent system. See Anti-Theft Alarm System on page 2‑18. K (Unlock): Press to unlock the driver door or all doors, see “Door Unlock Options” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑42. When remotely unlocking the vehicle at night the fog lamps and reverse lamps will come on for about 20 seconds to

light your approach to the vehicle. The turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound to indicate unlocking. See “Unlock Feedback” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑42. Memory seat positions may be recalled when unlocking the vehicle. See “Memory Remote Recall” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑42 for more information. Pressing K will disarm the theft-deterrent system. See Anti-Theft Alarm System on page 2‑18. / (Remote Start): For vehicles with this feature, press Q and then press and hold / within two seconds to start the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2‑10 for additional information.

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L (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and release one time to locate the vehicle. The exterior lamps flash and the horn chirps. Press and hold L for three seconds to sound the panic alarm. The horn sounds and the turn signal lamps flash for 30 seconds, or until L is pressed again or the vehicle is started. & (Remote Liftgate Release): Press until the liftgate begins to move to open or close the power liftgate. Keyless Access Operation Some vehicles have the keyless access system that lets you lock and unlock the doors and access the liftgate without removing the remote transmitter from your pocket, purse, briefcase, etc. The keyless entry transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the door being opened. If the vehicle has this feature, there will be a body colored touch pad on the outside front door handles.

Keyless Unlocking With the transmitter within 1 m (3 ft), approach the front door and pull the handle. If the transmitter is recognized, the door will unlock and open. Entering any door other than the driver door will always cause all of the doors to unlock. This is not customizable. To customize which doors unlock when the driver’s door is opened, see “Passive Unlock” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑42.

Keyless Locking If the vehicle has the keyless access system, this feature allows you to select whether the doors automatically lock during normal vehicle exit. When the vehicle is turned off and all doors become closed, the vehicle will determine how many keyless access transmitters remain in the vehicle interior. If at least one keyless access transmitter has been

removed from the interior of the vehicle, the doors will lock after eight seconds. If there are two keyless access transmitters in the vehicle and one is removed, the other will be locked in. A person approaching the outside of the locked vehicle without an authorized keyless access transmitter will not be able to open the door, even with the transmitter in the vehicle. You may temporarily disable the keyless locking feature by pressing and holding the power door unlock button on the instrument panel for several seconds with a door open. Keyless locking will then remain disabled until the door lock switch is pressed, or until the vehicle is turned on. To customize whether the doors automatically lock when you exit the vehicle, see “Passive Locking” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑42.

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Lock Sensor

When all doors are closed and the ignition is off, the vehicle can be locked by pressing this area on the door handle. This feature will be available for several minutes after the vehicle has been turned off.

Keyless Liftgate Opening Press the touch pad on the liftgate handle to open the liftgate if the keyless entry transmitter is within range. Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only keyless entry transmitters programmed to the 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 matched to it.

Programming with a Recognized Transmitter (Keyless Access Vehicles Only) A new transmitter can be programmed to the vehicle when there is one recognized transmitter. To program, the vehicle must be off and all of the transmitters, both currently recognized and new, must be with you. 1. Place the recognized

2.

transmitter(s) in the cupholder. Insert the vehicle key of the new transmitter into the key lock cylinder located on the outside of the driver door and turn the key to the unlock position five times within ten seconds. The Driver Information Center (DIC) displays READY TO LEARN ELECTRONIC KEY #2, 3, 4, ETC.

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4. Press the ignition. When the transmitter is learned the DIC display will show that it is ready to program the next transmitter.

5. Remove the transmitter from

the transmitter pocket and press K on the transmitter. To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 3
through 5. When all additional transmitters are programmed, press and hold the ignition for 10 seconds to exit programming mode.

Programming without a Recognized Transmitter (Keyless Access Vehicles Only) 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 of the transmitters you wish to program must be with you. 1.

Insert the vehicle key of the transmitter into the key lock cylinder located on the outside of the driver door and turn the key to the unlock position five times within ten seconds. The Driver Information Center (DIC) displays REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.

3. Place the new transmitter into the transmitter pocket. The transmitter pocket is inside the center console storage area located between the driver and front passenger seats. The storage area will need to be opened and the storage tray lifted up to access the transmitter pocket.

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2. Wait for ten minutes until the

DIC displays PRESS ENGINE START BUTTON TO LEARN and then press the ignition. The DIC displays will again show REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.

3. Repeat Step 2 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.

4. Place the new transmitter into the transmitter pocket. The transmitter pocket is inside the center console storage area located between the driver and front passenger seats. The storage area will need to be opened and the storage tray lifted up to access the transmitter pocket.

5. Press the ignition. When the transmitter is learned the DIC display will show that it is ready to program the next transmitter.

6. Remove the transmitter from

the transmitter pocket and press K on the transmitter. To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 4
through 6. When all additional transmitters are programmed, press and hold the ignition for 10 seconds to exit programming mode.

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Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery If the transmitter battery is weak, the DIC may display NO REMOTE DETECTED when you try to start the vehicle. The REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message may also be displayed at this time. To start the vehicle: 1. Open the center console storage

area and the storage tray.

3. With the vehicle in P (Park) or

N (Neutral), press the brake pedal and the START button. Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible. Battery Replacement Notice: 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.

2. Place the transmitter in the

transmitter pocket.

2. Use 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, positive side facing down. Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery.

5. Snap the transmitter back

together.

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Remote Vehicle Start If available, this feature allows you to start the engine from outside the vehicle. / (Remote Vehicle Start): This button will be on the RKE transmitter if the vehicle has remote start. Vehicles with an automatic climate control system will automatically change to a heating or cooling mode depending on the outside temperature during a remote start. When the ON/RUN/START ignition mode is selected , the climate control system will return to its setting from when the vehicle was last turned off.

Laws in some local communities may restrict the use of remote starters. For example, some laws may require a person using remote start to have the vehicle in view. Check local regulations for any requirements. There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2‑3
for additional information.

Starting the Engine Using Remote Start To start the engine using the remote start feature use the following procedure. 1. Press Q on the RKE transmitter. 2. Within two seconds, press and

hold / until the turn signal lamps flash. This confirms the request to remote start the vehicle has been received.

If the vehicle' s lamps are not visible, press and hold / for at least two seconds. During the remote start the doors will be locked and the parking lamps will remain on as long as the engine is running. The engine will shut off after 10 minutes unless a time extension is done or the ignition is put in ON/RUN/START.

3. Press the brake pedal and select

the ON/RUN/START ignition mode to drive the vehicle.

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Extending Engine Run Time For a 10-minute extension, repeat Steps 1 and 2 while the engine is still running. The remote start can only be extended once. When the remote start is extended, the second 10-minute period will start immediately. For example, if the vehicle has been running for five minutes, and 10 minutes are added, the engine will run for a total of 15 minutes. 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.

Shutting the Engine Off After a Remote Start To cancel a remote start, do any of the following. . Press / until the parking lamps

turn off. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. Turn the vehicle on and then back off.

Conditions in Which Remote Start Will Not Work The remote start will not operate if any of the following occur.

The ignition is in any mode other than OFF. The transmitter is in the vehicle.

The hood is not closed. The hazard warning flashers are on. There is an emission control system malfunction. The engine coolant temperature is too high. The oil pressure is low. Two remote vehicle starts have already been used. The vehicle is not in P (Park).

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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.

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. 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.

. 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 a door, use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter from the outside. From inside the vehicle with the doors locked, pull once on the door handle to unlock it, and a second time to open it.

Power Door Locks

The power door lock switches are on the instrument panel. K (Unlock): Press to unlock the doors. Q (Lock): Press to lock the doors.

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Lockout Deterrent Lockout deterrent decreases the chances that the keys may be accidentally locked in the vehicle. When door locking is requested by pressing Q on the instrument panel or Q on the RKE transmitter and the driver door is open, all doors will lock and the driver door will immediately unlock. The driver door must be closed when Q is pressed for all doors to remain locked. This feature can be programmed to provide the lockout deterrent feature only when the ignition mode is ACC/ACCESSORY, or ON/RUN/START. See “Power Door Locks” in Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑42.

Delayed Locking When this feature is enabled and the doors are locked with the power lock switch on the instrument panel, three chimes sound to signal that the delayed locking feature is in use. All doors lock five seconds after the last door is closed. When the delayed locking feature is in use, pressing Q on the instrument panel or Q on the RKE transmitter will override the feature and lock all doors immediately. This feature can be programmed by using the Driver Information Center (DIC). See “Delayed Door Lock” in Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑42. The delayed locking feature is only available if “Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout” is disabled.

Safety Locks

Rear door security locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside.

Press { to activate the safety locks. Once activated, the LED light in the switch illuminates. Pressing the button again deactivates the safety locks.

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Liftgate

{ WARNING

Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate, 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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. 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. For more information about carbon monoxide, see Engine Exhaust on page 9‑24.

Notice: If you open the liftgate without checking for overhead obstructions such as a garage door, you could damage the liftgate or the liftgate glass. Always check to make sure the area above and behind the liftgate is clear before opening it.

Manual Liftgate For vehicles without keyless access, unlock the vehicle before opening the liftgate. Press the touchpad located in the handle of the liftgate, above the license plate, and lift up to open. Do not press the touchpad while closing the liftgate. This will cause the liftgate to be unlatched. Always close the liftgate before driving.

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Power Liftgate

On vehicles with a power liftgate, the switch is on the driver door. The vehicle must be in P (Park) to use the power feature. The taillamps flash when the power liftgate moves.

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{ WARNING

You or others could be injured if caught in the path of the power liftgate. Make sure there is no one in the way of the liftgate as it is opening and closing.

Choose the power liftgate mode by turning the dial on the switch until the indicator lines up with the desired position. The three modes are. MAX : The liftgate opens to the full open height. 3/4 : The liftgate opens to a reduced open height that can be set by the vehicle operator in a range of approximately 3/4 open to full open. Use this setting to prevent the liftgate from opening into overhead obstructions such as a garage door or roof mounted cargo during power operation. The liftgate can still be opened fully manually.

OFF: The liftgate only operates manually in this position. Manual operation of a liftgate that also has power operation requires more effort than with a standard manual liftgate. In either the MAX or the 3/4 mode, the liftgate can be power opened and closed by.

. Pressing & on the Remote

Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter until the liftgate starts moving. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2‑4.

. Pressing & on the center of the mode switch on the driver door, with the driver door unlocked.

. Pressing the touchpad switch on

the liftgate outside handle, with all doors unlocked, to open the liftgate.

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Do not force the liftgate open or closed during a power cycle. The power liftgate may be temporarily disabled under extreme temperatures or low battery conditions. If this occurs, the liftgate can still be operated manually. If you shift the transmission out of P (Park) while the power function is in progress, the liftgate power function will continue to completion. If you shift the transmission out of P (Park) and accelerate before the power liftgate latch is closed, the liftgate may reverse to the open position. Cargo could fall out of the vehicle. Always make sure the power liftgate is closed and latched before you drive away. If you power open the liftgate and the liftgate support struts have lost pressure, the turn signals flash and a chime sounds. The liftgate stays open temporarily, then slowly closes. See your dealer for service before using the liftgate.

Obstacle Detection Features If the liftgate encounters an obstacle during a power open or close cycle, a warning chime will sound and the liftgate will automatically reverse direction to the full closed or open position. After removing the obstruction, the power liftgate operation can be used again. If the liftgate encounters multiple obstacles on the same power cycle, the power function will deactivate. The Power Liftgate Unavailable warning message in the Driver Information Center (DIC) will display. After removing the obstructions, the liftgate will resume normal power operation. The vehicle has pinch sensors located on the side edges of the liftgate. If an object is caught between the liftgate and the body and presses against this sensor, the liftgate will reverse direction and open fully. The liftgate will remain open until it is activated again or closed manually.

Press and release & on the liftgate adjacent to the latch to close the liftgate. Pressing any liftgate button, or the touchpad switch while the liftgate is moving, stops it. Pressing the button or RKE switch again reverses the direction. There is a minimum distance that the power liftgate must already be open for the system to hold it open. If movement is stopped below that minimum, the liftgate closes.

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Setting the Power Liftgate 3/4 Mode To change the liftgate stop position. 1. Turn the liftgate switch to

either the MAX, or the 3/4 mode position and power open the liftgate.

2. Stop the liftgate movement at the desired height by pressing any liftgate switch. Manually adjust the liftgate position if required.

3. Press and hold the button on the liftgate adjacent to the latch until the turn signals flash and a beep sounds to indicate that the new setting is recorded.

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When power opened with the 3/4 mode selected, the liftgate stops at the new set position. If you do not hear the audible and visual feedback when setting the intermediate stop position, you are attempting to set the height below the 3/4 open height minimum (approximately 16.4 m or 5 ft). The liftgate cannot be set below that minimum and the new setting will not be recorded. Manual Operation of Power Liftgate To change the liftgate to manual operation, turn the mode switch to the OFF position. With the power liftgate disabled and all of the doors unlocked, the liftgate can be manually opened and closed. Manual efforts of a vehicle equipped with a power liftgate will be higher than a standard non-power liftgate.

To open the liftgate, press the touchpad on the handle on the outside of the liftgate, and lift the gate open. To close the liftgate, use the pull cup to lower the liftgate and close. With the power liftgate disabled, the liftgate electric latch will still power latch once contact is made with the striker. Always close the liftgate before driving. If the RKE button is pressed while power operation is disabled, the turn signals flash and the liftgate will not move. The liftgate has an electric latch. If the battery is disconnected or has low voltage, the liftgate will not open. The liftgate will resume operation when the battery is reconnected and charged.

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Vehicle Security This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; however, they do not make it impossible to steal.

Anti-Theft Alarm System This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm system. The LED light, located on the instrument panel near the windshield, indicates the status of the system. Arming the System To arm the system, 1. Close all doors, liftgate,

and hood.

2. Lock the vehicle using the

transmitter or the power door lock button. The LED on the instrument panel should come on and stay on for about 30 seconds.

3. After 30 seconds, the alarm

system will arm, and the LED will begin to slowly flash indicating the alarm is operating.

If a door, the hood, or liftgate is opened without first unlocking with the transmitter, the turn signals will flash and the horn will sound for about 30 seconds. The alarm system will then re-arm to monitor for the next unauthorized event. The theft-deterrent alarm system will not activate if the doors are locked with the vehicle's key. You can start the vehicle with a recognized transmitter in the vehicle if the alarm has been set off.

Disarming the System To disarm the system, either unlock the doors using the transmitter, or start the vehicle with a recognized transmitter in the vehicle. To avoid setting off the alarm by accident:

Lock the vehicle with the transmitter after all occupants have left the vehicle and all doors are closed.

. Always unlock a door with the transmitter. Unlocking a door any other way will not disarm the alarm.

If you set off the alarm by accident, turn off the alarm by pressing K on the transmitter. The alarm will not stop if you try to unlock a door any other way.

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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 immobilization system is disarmed when the pushbutton start is activated to enter the ACC/ACCESSORY mode or the ON/RUN/START mode and a valid transmitter is present in the vehicle.

How to Detect a Tamper Condition If K is pressed and the horn chirps three times, an attempted break-in has occurred while the system was armed. If the alarm has been activated, the THEFT ATTEMPTED message will appear on the DIC. See Key and Lock Messages on page 5‑38 for additional information.

Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13‑20 for information regarding Part 15
of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-210/220/310.

The security light, located in the instrument panel cluster, comes on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system. The system has one or more RKE transmitters matched to an immobilizer control unit in your vehicle. Only a correctly matched RKE transmitter will start the vehicle. If the transmitter is ever damaged, you may not be able to start your vehicle.

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When trying to start the vehicle, the security light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on. If the engine does not start and the security light stays on, there is a problem with the system. Turn the ignition off and try again. If the vehicle will not change ignition modes (ACC/ACCESSORY, ON/RUN/START, OFF), and the RKE transmitter appears to be undamaged, try another transmitter. Or, you may try placing the transmitter in the transmitter pocket located in the center console. See “NO REMOTE DETECTED” under Key and Lock Messages on page 5‑38.

If the ignition modes will not change with the other transmitter, your vehicle needs service. If the ignition does change modes, the first transmitter may be faulty. See your dealer who can service the theft-deterrent system and have a new RKE transmitter programmed to the vehicle. It is possible for the immobilizer system to learn new or replacement RKE transmitters. Up to eight transmitters can be programmed for the vehicle. To program additional transmitters, see “Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle” under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2‑4. Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft-deterrent system in the vehicle.

Exterior 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.

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Power Mirrors

Folding Mirrors

Power Foldaway Mirrors

Controls for the outside power mirrors are located on the driver door. To adjust the 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.

The power folding mirrors have controls on the driver door. To fold the mirrors: 1. With the selector switch in

the ) position, press the down arrow on the control pad. Both mirrors will automatically fold. 2. Press the down arrow again to

return the mirrors to their original position.

Resetting the Power Foldaway Mirrors Reset the power foldaway mirrors if:

The mirrors are accidentally obstructed while folding. They are accidentally manually folded/unfolded. The mirrors do not stay in the unfolded position. The mirrors vibrate at normal driving speeds.

Fold and unfold the mirrors one time using the mirror controls to reset them to their normal position. A noise may be heard during the resetting of the power foldaway mirrors. This sound is normal after a manual folding operation.

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