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passengers should wear safety belts properly and the doors should be locked whenever the vehicle is driven.

(Continued)

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 you slow down or stop the vehicle. Locking the doors can help prevent this from happening.

There are several ways to lock and unlock the vehicle. From outside, use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or the key in the driver door.

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Power Door Locks

From inside, use the power door locks or manual door locks. To lock or unlock the door with the manual locks, push down or pull up on the manual lock knob. From inside, pull the door handle once to unlock the door. Pull the handle again to open the door. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 43.

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If equipped with power door locks: Q : Press to lock the doors. K : Press to unlock the doors.

Delayed Locking If equipped, when locking the doors with the power lock switch and a door open, the doors will lock five seconds after the last door is closed. Three chimes signal that delayed locking is in use. Pressing the power lock switch twice overrides the delayed locking feature and immediately locks all doors. This feature will not operate if the key is in the ignition. Turn delayed locking on or off using vehicle personalization. See Vehicle Personalization 0 163.

Crew/Double Cab Premium Trim

Shown, Other Models Similar

Base Trim

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Lockout Protection When locking is requested with the driver door open and the key in the ignition, all the doors will lock and then the driver door will unlock. This can be manually overridden by pressing and holding Q on the power door lock switch.

Safety Locks The rear door safety locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle.

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) for automatic transmissions and vehicle speed is above 13 km/h (8 mph) for manual transmissions. To unlock the doors: . Press K on a door. . Shift the transmission into P (Park) for an automatic transmission.

. Remove the key from the

ignition for a manual transmission.

Automatic door unlocking can be programmed through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Vehicle Personalization 0 163.

Crew/Double Cab Premium

Shown, Others Similar

Press { to activate the safety locks on the rear doors. The indicator light comes on when activated. Press { again to deactivate. The vehicle must be on, in ACC/ACCESSORY, or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP). See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 279. If the indicator light flashes, the feature may not be working properly.

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To shut the tailgate, firmly push it upward until it latches. After closing the tailgate, pull it back to be sure it latches securely. Tailgate Removal The tailgate can be removed to allow for different loading situations. Assistance may be needed with the removal to avoid damage to the vehicle. On vehicles with a Rear Vision Camera, it must be disconnected before removing the tailgate. See Driver Assistance Systems 0 309. To remove the tailgate:

Doors

Tailgate

{ Warning

It is extremely dangerous to ride on the tailgate, even when the vehicle is operated at low speeds. People riding on the tailgate can easily lose their balance and fall in response to vehicle maneuvers. Falling from a moving vehicle may result in serious injuries or death. Do not allow people to ride on the tailgate. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly.

To lock or unlock the tailgate, use the RKE transmitter or the key. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 35. Open the tailgate by lifting up on its handle while pulling the tailgate down.

1. Raise the tailgate and support it firmly. Pull out and hold the cable retaining clip (1). Push the cable (3) up and off of the bolt (2). Repeat on the other side.

2. With the tailgate about halfway

open, lift the right edge of the tailgate from the lower pivot. On vehicles with the tailgate assist feature, raise the tailgate nearly all the way to the closed position prior to removing the left edge.

3. Move the tailgate to the right

and away to release the left edge.

Reverse this procedure to reinstall the tailgate. Make sure the tailgate is secure.

Power Assist Steps If equipped, the power assist steps, when enabled, will extend when the door is opened. They will retract three seconds after the door is closed or immediately if the vehicle starts moving.

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2. Kick the switch to extend the power assist step to the tire. A DIC message displays.

3. Kick the switch again to return

to normal operation. Center Stack Switch

Keep hands, children, pets, objects, and clothing clear of the power assist steps when in motion. The steps will reverse direction if there is an obstruction. Remove the obstruction, then open and close the door on the same side to complete the motion. If the obstruction is not cleared, the assist steps remain extended. Slight movement of the steps while extended is normal.

Kick Switch

The power assist steps can be extended and extended to the tire by pressing j. When extending the steps with j, the kick switch is disabled. The vehicle must be in P (Park) or N (Neutral). To extend the steps:

1. Place the vehicle in P (Park)

and unlock the doors.

. Press j to extend both steps.

A DIC message displays.

. Press j again to extend to the

tire. A DIC message displays.

. Press j again to return to

normal operation.

Enable/Disable To enable or disable the power assist steps, press and hold j for four seconds. A DIC message displays.

Cleaning Clean the power assist steps regularly. For an automatic car wash, extend the steps while in N (Neutral) using the center stack switch. The steps will stow when shifting into D (Drive).

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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

The indicator light, on the instrument panel near the windshield, indicates the status of the system. Off : Alarm system is disarmed. On Solid : Vehicle is secured during the delay to arm the system.

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Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured. A door, the liftgate or the hood is open. Slow Flash : Alarm system is armed. Arming the Alarm System 1. 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 and the indicator light will begin to slowly flash. Pressing Q on the RKE transmitter a second time will bypass the 30-second delay and immediately arm the alarm system.

The vehicle alarm system will not arm if the doors are locked with the key.

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. The alarm will also be activated if a passenger door, the liftgate, 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. 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.

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To avoid setting off the alarm by accident: . Lock the vehicle after all occupants have exited.

. Always unlock a door with the

RKE transmitter, or use the Keyless Access system. Unlocking the driver door with the key will not disarm the system or turn off the alarm.

How to Detect a Tamper Condition If K is pressed on the RKE transmitter and the horn chirps three times, an alarm occurred previously while the alarm system was armed. If the alarm has been activated, a message will appear on the DIC. See Security Messages 0 158. Inclination Sensor and Intrusion Sensor In addition to the standard theft-deterrent system features, this system may also have an, inclination sensor and intrusion sensor.

The inclination sensor can set off the alarm if it senses movement of the vehicle, such as a change in vehicle orientation. The intrusion sensor monitors the vehicle interior, and can activate the alarm if it senses unauthorized entry into the vehicle’s interior. Do not allow passengers or pets to remain in the vehicle when the intrusion sensor is activated. Before arming the theft-deterrent system and activating the intrusion sensor: . Make sure all doors and

windows are completely closed. . Secure any loose items such as

sunshades.

. Make sure there are no

obstructions blocking the sensors in the front overhead console.

. Close DVD screens, if equipped,

before leaving the vehicle.

Inclination and Intrusion Sensors Disable Switch

It is recommended that the intrusion and inclination sensors be deactivated if pets are left in the vehicle or if the vehicle is being transported. With the vehicle turned off, press o in the front overhead console. The indicator light will come on momentarily, indicating that these sensors have been disabled for the next alarm system arming cycle.

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It is possible for the immobilizer system to learn new or replacement keys. Up to eight keys can be programmed for the vehicle. To program additional keys, see Keys 0 32. To program additional transmitters, see Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 35. Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the vehicle theft system in the vehicle. See your dealer to get a new key blank cut exactly as the ignition key that operates the system.

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 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 engine still does not start, and the key appears to be undamaged, try another ignition key. It may be necessary to check the fuse. See Fuses 0 394. If the engine still does not start with the other key, the vehicle needs service. If the vehicle does start, the first key may be faulty. See your dealer.

Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement 0 486.

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 key is turned to ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, or START from the LOCK/OFF position.

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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.

Manual Mirrors If equipped, adjust manual mirrors by moving the mirror up and down or left to right to see a little of the side of the vehicle and to have a clear view behind the vehicle.

Using hood-mounted air deflectors and add-on convex mirror attachments could decrease mirror performance.

Trailer-Tow Mirrors

seat. The convex mirror can be adjusted manually to the driver preferred position for better vision. The mirror may have a turn signal arrow that flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. If equipped, the mirror housing may have auxiliary cargo and clearance lamps. See Cargo Lamp 0 180 and Exterior Lamp Controls 0 174.

Power Mirrors

If equipped, adjust trailer-tow mirrors for a clear view of the area behind you. Manually pull out the mirror head to extend it for better visibility when towing a trailer. The lower portion of the mirror is convex. A convex mirror's surface is curved to see more from the driver

Base Power Mirrors

If equipped with power mirrors: 1. Press (1) or (2) to select the

driver or passenger side mirror.

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2. Press the arrows on the control

pad to move the mirror in the desired direction.

3. Adjust each outside mirror so that a little of the vehicle and the area behind it can be seen. 4. Keep the selector switch in the

center position when not adjusting mirrors.

2. Press the arrows on the control pad while the indicator light on button (1) or (2) is illuminated, to move the mirror in the desired direction.

3. Adjust each outside mirror so that a little of the vehicle and the area behind it can be seen. 4. Press either (1) or (2) again to

deselect the mirror.

If you do not deselect the mirror, the feature will turn off after about one minute. If equipped, the mirrors may include a memory function that works with the memory seats. See Memory Seats 0 60.

Crew/Double Cab Premium Shown, Other Models Similar 1. Press (1) or (2) to select the

driver or passenger side mirror.

Folding Mirrors

Crew/Double Cab Premium Shown, Other Models Similar

Power Folding If equipped with power folding mirrors: 1. Press (2) to fold the mirrors out

to the driving position.

2. Press (2) again to fold the

mirrors in to the folded position.

The mirrors may also include a memory function that works with the memory seats. See Memory Seats 0 60.

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Resetting the Power Folding Mirrors Reset the power folding mirrors if: . The mirrors are accidentally

obstructed while folding.

. They are accidentally manually

folded/unfolded.

. The mirrors will not stay in the

unfolded position.

. The mirrors vibrate at normal

driving speeds.

Manually fold both mirrors if they are out of sync. Fold and unfold the mirrors three times using the mirror controls to reset them to their normal position. A popping noise may be heard. This sound is normal after a manual folding operation. Manual Folding If equipped, push the mirror toward the vehicle to fold. Push the mirror outward to return to its original position. Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash.

Auto Mirror Folding If equipped, with the ignition off, press and hold Q on the RKE transmitter for approximately one second to automatically fold the exterior mirrors. Press and hold K on the RKE transmitter for approximately one second to unfold. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 35. This feature is turned on or off through vehicle personalization. See Vehicle Personalization 0 163. Turn Signal Indicator If equipped, indicator lights on the mirror flash in the direction of the turn or lane change.

Heated Mirrors 1 (Rear Window Defogger) : If equipped, the rear window defogger also heats the side mirrors. W (Heated Side Mirrors) : If equipped, press to turn the heated mirrors on or off.

If the vehicle has trailer-tow mirrors, only the upper glass of the mirror is heated. The lower convex part of the towing mirrors is not heated. See “Rear Window Defogger” under Climate Control Systems (with Heater Only) 0 245 or Climate Control Systems (with Air Conditioning) 0 247 or Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 248.

Automatic Dimming Mirror If equipped, the driver outside mirror automatically adjusts for the glare of the headlamps from behind. This feature comes on when the vehicle is started.

Blind Spot Mirrors If equipped, there is a small convex mirror built into the upper and outer corner of the driver outside rearview mirror. It can show objects that may be in the vehicle's blind zone.

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Driving with the Blind Spot Mirror

Actual Mirror View

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1. When the approaching vehicle

is a long distance away, the image in the main mirror is small and near the inboard edge of the mirror.

2. As the vehicle gets closer, the image in the main mirror gets larger and moves outboard.

3. As the vehicle enters the blind

zone, the image transitions from the main mirror to the blind spot mirror.

4. When the vehicle is in the blind

zone, the image only appears in the blind spot mirror.

Using the Outside Mirror with the Blind Spot Mirror 1. Set the main mirror so that the side of the vehicle can just be seen and the blind spot mirror has an unobstructed view.

2. When checking for traffic or

before changing a lane, look at the main driver/passenger side mirror to observe traffic in the adjacent lane, behind your vehicle. Check the blind spot mirror for a vehicle in the blind

zone. Then, glance over your shoulder to double check before moving slowly into the adjacent lane.

Reverse Tilt Mirrors If equipped with memory seats, the passenger and/or driver mirror tilts to a preselected position when the vehicle is in R (Reverse). This allows the curb to be seen when parallel parking. The mirror(s) return to the original position when: . The vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse), or remains in R (Reverse) for about 30 seconds.

. The ignition is turned off. . The vehicle is driven in

R (Reverse) above a set speed.

To turn this feature on or off, see Vehicle Personalization 0 163.

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Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror If equipped, the mirror will automatically reduce the glare of the headlamps from behind. The dimming feature comes on each time the vehicle is started.

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.

Interior Mirrors

Interior Rearview Mirrors Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle. If equipped with OnStar, the vehicle may have three control buttons at the bottom of the mirror. See your dealer for more information about OnStar and how to subscribe to it. See OnStar Overview 0 490. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with water.

Manual Rearview Mirror If equipped, push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it rearward for nighttime use to avoid glare from the headlamps from behind.

The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a

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pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front windows are up. To reduce the sound, open either a front window or the sunroof, if equipped.

Manual Windows If equipped, turn the hand crank on each door to manually raise or lower the manual windows.

Power Windows

{ Warning

Children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Never leave keys in a vehicle with children. When there are children in the rear seat, use the window lockout button to prevent operation of the windows. See Keys 0 32.

Crew/Double Cab Premium Trim

Regular Cab Uplevel Shown, Other

Shown, Other Models Similar

Models Similar

If equipped, the driver door has a switch to control all windows. Each passenger door has a switch to control that window. The power windows: . Can be operated with the

ignition in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY.

. Can be operated in Retained Accessory Power (RAP). See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 279.

. Will stop operation when any

door is opened.

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Press the switch down to lower the window, and pull up the front of the switch to raise the window. Express-Down Windows If equipped, the express-down feature allows the window to be lowered without holding the switch. Press the window switch down fully and release it to activate the express-down feature. The express-down feature can be canceled at any time by briefly pressing the switch. Express-Up Window If equipped, the driver window express-up feature allows the window to be raised without holding the switch. Pull the window switch up fully and release it to activate the express-up feature. The express-up feature can be canceled at any time by briefly pulling the switch. Programming the Power Windows If the battery on the vehicle has been recharged or disconnected, or is not working, the driver power

window will need to be reprogrammed for the express-up feature to work. To reprogram the power windows: 1. Close all doors. 2. Place the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN.

3. From any open position, pull the power window switch up until the window is fully closed.

4. Hold the switch up for

approximately two seconds after the window is fully closed. The window is now reprogrammed. Express Window Anti-Pinch Feature If any object is in the path of the window when express-up is active, the window stops at the obstacle and auto-reverses to a preset factory position. Weather conditions such as severe icing also cause the window to auto-reverse. The window returns to normal operation once the obstacle or condition is removed.

Express Window Anti-Pinch Override

{ Warning

If express override is activated, the window will not reverse automatically. You or others could be injured and the window could be damaged. Before you use express override, make sure that all people and obstructions are clear of the window path.

The anti-pinch feature can be overridden in a supervised mode. Hold the window switch in the partially or fully pulled up position. The window rises 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.

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Window Lockout

Rear Windows

Sun Visors

Power Sliding Rear Window

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Pull the sun visor down to block glare. Detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side window or, if equipped, extend along the rod.

Crew/Double Cab Premium Shown, Other Models Similar

Z (Window Lockout) : The driver door power window switch has a lockout feature. This feature prevents the rear windows from operating, except from the driver position. Press the switch to engage or disengage the lockout feature. An indicator light on the switch will come on when the lockout feature is engaged, and will go off when disengaged.

If equipped, the power sliding rear window works when the ignition has been turned to ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 279. . Press the switch to open the

window.

. Pull the switch to close the

window.

The power sliding rear window cannot be operated manually.

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Roof

Sunroof

If equipped, the sunroof operates when the ignition is in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 279. Vent : From the closed position, press the rear of the TILT switch to vent the sunroof. Manual-Open/Manual-Close : To open the sunroof, press and hold the rear of the SLIDE switch until

the sunroof reaches the desired position. Press and hold the front of the SLIDE switch to close it Express-Open/Express-Close : To express-open the sunroof, fully press and release the rear of the SLIDE switch until the sunroof reaches the desired position. To express-close the sunroof, fully press and release the front of the SLIDE switch. Press the switch again to stop it. When the sunroof is opened, an air deflector will automatically raise. The air deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed. The sunroof also has a sunshade, which can be pulled forward to block sun rays. The sunshade must be opened and closed manually. If an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is closing, the anti-pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof.

Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track. This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise. It could also plug the water drainage system. Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using a clean cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not remove grease from the sunroof tracks. If water is seen dripping into the water drainage system, this is normal.

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Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . 92
Lower Anchors and Tethers for

Children (LATCH System) . . . . 94

Replacing LATCH System

Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . 104

Securing Child Restraints

(Center Front Seat) . . . . . . . . . 105

Securing Child Restraints

(Rear Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Securing Child Restraints

(Front Passenger Seat) . . . . . 109

Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Front Seats

Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Center Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . 58
Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Heated and Ventilated Front

Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Rear Seats

Rear Seats (Double Cab Full

Bench) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Rear Seats (Split Bench) . . . . . . 63

Safety Belts

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
How to Wear Safety Belts

Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Safety Belt Use During

Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Lap Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Safety Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . 71
Safety Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Replacing Safety Belt System

Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Airbag System

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . 73
When Should an Airbag

Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

What Makes an Airbag

Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

How Does an Airbag

Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

What Will You See after an

Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Airbag On-Off Switch . . . . . . . . . . 78
Passenger Sensing System . . . 80
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped

Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Adding Equipment to the

Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . 85
Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . . . 86
Replacing Airbag System Parts

after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Child Restraints

Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Infants and Young Children . . . . 88
Child Restraint Systems . . . . . . . 90

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Head Restraints

Front Seats The vehicle’s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. { 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.

The height of the head restraint can be adjusted. Pull the head restraint up to raise it. Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place. To lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the restraint down. 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 removable.

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Rear Seats The rear seat has adjustable headrests in the outboard seating positions. The height of the headrest can be adjusted. Pull the headrest up to raise it. To lower the headrest, push the headrest down. If you are installing a child restraint in the rear seat, see “Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System” under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 94.

Front Seats

Seat Adjustment { Warning

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.

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2. Slide the seat to the desired

position and release the handle.

3. Try to move the seat back and

forth to be sure it is locked in place.

To adjust the seatback, see Reclining Seatbacks 0 59. To adjust the lumbar support, see Lumbar Adjustment 0 58.

Center Seat If equipped, the center front seatback doubles as an armrest and cupholder/storage area for the driver and passenger when the center front seat is not used. Do not use it as a seating position when the seatback is folded down.

To adjust a manual seat: 1. Pull the handle at the front of

the seat.

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Power Seat Adjustment

Power Lumbar

To adjust the lumbar support, see Lumbar Adjustment 0 58. 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 0 309.

Lumbar Adjustment

Manual Lumbar

To adjust a power seat, if equipped: . Move the seat forward or

rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward. If equipped, raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down. If equipped, raise or lower the seat by moving the rear of the control up or down.

To adjust the seatback, see Reclining Seatbacks 0 59.

If equipped, move the lever up or down repeatedly to increase or decrease lumbar support.

To adjust the power lumbar support, if equipped: . Press and hold the control

forward to increase or rearward to decrease upper and lower lumbar support at the same time. If equipped, press and hold the control up to increase upper lumbar support and decrease lower lumbar support. Press and hold the control down to increase lower lumbar support and decrease upper lumbar support.

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Reclining Seatbacks

{ Warning

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.

Do not have a seatback reclined if the vehicle is moving. Manual Reclining Seatbacks

{ Warning

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 adjust a manual seatback: 1. Lift the lever.

The seatback will automatically fold forward.

2. To recline, move the seatback

rearward to the desired position, then release the lever to lock the seatback in place. 3. Push and pull on the seatback

to make sure it is locked.

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To return the seatback to the upright position: 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position.

2. Push and pull on the seatback

to make sure it is locked.

Power Reclining Seatbacks

Crew/Double Cab Shown, Other

Models Similar

If memory equipped, the SET, 1, 2, and B (Exit) buttons on the driver door are used to manually store and recall memory settings for the driver seat, outside mirrors, and adjustable pedals (if equipped).

Storing Memory Positions To store positions to the 1 and 2
buttons: 1. The ignition must be in ON/ RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY.

To recline a power seatback, if equipped: . Tilt the top of the control

rearward to recline.

. Tilt the top of the control forward

to raise.

2. Adjust the driver seat, outside mirrors, and adjustable pedals (if equipped) to the desired driving positions.

3. Press and release SET. A beep

4.

will sound. Immediately press and hold 1
until two beeps sound.

5. Repeat Steps 1–4 for a second

driver using 2.

To store positions to the B (Exit) button and easy exit features, repeat Steps 1–4 above to store your positions for getting out of the vehicle.

Manually Recalling Memory Positions Press and hold 1, 2, or B (Exit) to manually recall the previously stored memory positions. Releasing 1, 2, or B (EXIT) before the stored positions are reached stops the recall.

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Automatically Recalling Memory Positions (Auto Recall) If programmed on in the vehicle personalization menu, the Auto (Automatic) Memory Recall feature automatically recalls the current driver’s previously stored 1 or 2
position when the ignition is changed from OFF to ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY. See “Auto Memory Recall” under “Comfort and Convenience” in Vehicle Personalization 0 163. To stop recall movement, press one of the memory, power mirror or power seat controls; or press the adjustable pedal control (if equipped). RKE Transmitters are not labeled with a number. If your memory seat position is stored to 1 or 2 but this position is not automatically recalling, then store your positions to the other button or switch RKE transmitters with the other driver.

Easy Exit Recall If programmed on in the vehicle personalization menu, the easy exit feature automatically recalls the previously stored B (Exit) position. See “Storing Memory Positions” listed previously. See also Vehicle Personalization 0 163. 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.

Obstructions If something has blocked the driver seat and/or adjustable pedals while recalling a memory position, the recall may stop. Remove the obstruction. Then do one of the following: . For manual or automatic recall

positions, press and hold the appropriate manual control for

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two seconds. Try recalling again by pressing the appropriate memory button.

. For exit recall position, press

and hold the appropriate manual control for the exit feature not recalling for two seconds. Then try recalling the exit position again.

If the memory position is still not recalling, see your dealer for service.

Heated and Ventilated Front Seats

{ Warning

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

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heat, such as a blanket, cushion, cover, or similar item. This may cause the seat heater to overheat. An overheated seat heater may cause a burn or may damage the seat.

Heated and Ventilated Seat Buttons Shown, Heated Seat

Buttons Similar

If equipped, the buttons are on the center stack. To operate, the engine must be running.

Press I to heat the driver or passenger seatback only. Press J to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and seatback. Press C to ventilate the driver or passenger seat. The indicator light on the button comes on when this feature is on. 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 for an extended time, their level may automatically be lowered.

Remote Start Auto Heated and Ventilated Seats During a remote start, the heated or ventilated seats can be turned on automatically. When it is cold outside, the heated seats turn on, and when it is hot outside the ventilated seats turn on. The heated

or ventilated seats are canceled when the ignition is turned on. Press the heated or ventilated seat button to use the heated or ventilated seats after the vehicle is started. The heated or ventilated 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 or ventilated seats will not turn on during a remote start unless they are enabled in the vehicle personalization menu. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 37 and Vehicle Personalization 0 163.

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Rear Seats

Rear Seats (Double Cab Full Bench)

Folding the Rear Seat

Caution

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.

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2. Pull up on the seat cushion to make sure it is locked in place. Make sure the safety belts are not twisted or caught in the seat cushion.

{ Warning

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.

Rear Seats (Split Bench)

Folding Rear Seat Either side of the rear seat can be folded for added cargo space.

To fold the seat: 1. Pull up on the front of the seat cushion while pulling down on the release strap loop under the seat cushion.

2. Pull the seat cushion up until it

latches with the seatback.

3. Pull forward on the seat

cushion to make sure it is locked in place.

To unfold the seat: 1. Push the seat cushion

rearward while pulling the release strap loop under the seat cushion. Pull the seat cushion down until it latches.

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Caution

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.

Make sure that nothing is on the seat cushion.

To return the seat to the normal seating position, slowly pull the seat cushion down. Make sure the safety belts are not twisted or caught in the seat cushion.

{ Warning

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.

To fold the seat, slowly pull the seat cushion up.

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.

{ Warning

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 are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow

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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 0 137. This vehicle may have the Safety Belt Assurance System, which may prevent the vehicle from shifting out of P (Park). See Safety Belt Messages 0 158.

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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. Also, in nearly all states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing safety belts.

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.

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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 0 86 or Infants and Young Children 0 88. 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.

. 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.

{ Warning

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.

Lap-Shoulder Belt If the vehicle is a regular cab, then all seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. If the vehicle is a double or crew cab, then all seating positions in the

. 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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vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt except for the center front passenger position (if equipped), which has a lap belt. See Lap Belt 0 70. 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.

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. Engaging the child restraint locking feature may affect the passenger sensing system, if equipped. See Passenger Sensing System 0 80.

If the webbing locks in the latch plate before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate flat to unlock.

2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted.

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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 0 70. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See “Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster” later in this section for instructions on use and important safety information.

4.

5. To make the lap part tight, pull

up on the shoulder belt.

To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt should return to its stowed position. Always stow the safety belt slowly. If the safety belt webbing returns quickly to the stowed position, the retractor may lock and cannot be pulled out. If this happens, pull the safety belt straight out firmly to unlock the webbing, and then release it. If the webbing is still locked in the retractor, see your dealer. 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. Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and front outboard passenger. Adjust the height so the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder and not falling off of it. The belt should be close to, but not contacting, the neck. Improper shoulder belt height adjustment

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could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash. See How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 0 66.

Push down on the release button to move the height adjuster to the desired position. Move the adjuster up by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide. After the adjuster is set to the desired position, try to move it down without pushing the release button to make sure it has locked into 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, if your vehicle has side impact airbags, safety belt pretensioners can help tighten the safety belts in a side crash. If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail airbags, safety belt pretensioners can help tighten the safety belts in a rollover event. Pretensioners work only once. If the pretensioners activate in a crash, they will need to be replaced, and the vehicle's safety belt system will probably need other new parts. See Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash 0 71.

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Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Rear safety belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head. Comfort guides are available through your dealer for the rear outboard seating positions. Instructions are included with the guide.

Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts.

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Lap Belt This section is only for the lap belt. To learn how to wear a lap-shoulder belt, see Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 66. The vehicle may have a center seating position with a lap safety belt. The lap safety belt does not have a retractor.

To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. Buckle, position, and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt.

A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below the rounding, throughout the pregnancy. The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly.

To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender 0 70. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if necessary.

Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt is not long enough, your dealer will order you an extender. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you

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will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you. To help avoid personal injury, do not let someone else use it, and use it only for the seat it is made to fit. The extender has been designed for adults. Never use it for securing child seats. To wear it, attach it to the regular safety belt. For more information, see the instruction sheet that comes with the extender.

Safety System Check Now and then, check that the safety belt reminder light, safety belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, and anchorages are all working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job. See your dealer to have it repaired. Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away. Make sure the safety belt reminder light is working. See Safety Belt Reminders 0 137.

Keep safety belts clean and dry. See Safety Belt Care 0 71.

Safety Belt Care Keep belts clean and dry. { Warning

Do not bleach or dye safety belts. It may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water.

Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash

{ Warning

A crash can damage the safety belt system in the vehicle. A damaged safety belt system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in

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serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure the safety belt systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible.

After a minor crash, replacement of safety belts may not be necessary. But the safety belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged. See your dealer to have the safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the safety belt system was not being used at the time of the crash. Have the safety belt pretensioners checked if the vehicle has been in a crash, or if the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or while you are driving. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 137.

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Airbag System The vehicle has the following airbags: . A frontal airbag for the driver. . A frontal airbag for the front

outboard passenger.

The vehicle may have the following airbags: . A seat-mounted side impact

airbag for the driver.

. A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the front outboard passenger.

. A roof-rail airbag for the driver

and the passenger seated directly behind the driver.

. A roof-rail airbag for the front outboard passenger and the person seated directly behind the front outboard passenger.

All of the airbags in the vehicle will have the word AIRBAG on the trim or on a label near the deployment opening.

For frontal airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the center of the steering wheel for the driver and on the instrument panel for the front outboard passenger. For seat-mounted side impact airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the seatback closest to the door. For roof-rail airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim. Airbags are designed to supplement the protection provided by safety belts. Even though today's airbags are also designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating bag, all airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job. Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system:

{ Warning

You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt, even with airbags. Airbags are designed to work with safety

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belts, not replace them. Also, airbags are not designed to inflate in every crash. In some crashes safety belts are the only restraint. See When Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 74. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce the chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it. Airbags are “supplemental restraints” to the safety belts. Everyone in the vehicle should wear a safety belt properly, whether or not there is an airbag for that person.

{ Warning

Because airbags inflate with great force and faster than the blink of an eye, anyone who is up against, or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Do not

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sit unnecessarily close to any airbag, as you would be if sitting on the edge of the seat or leaning forward. Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash. Always wear a safety belt, even with airbags. The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle. The safety belts and the front outboard passenger airbags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat with both feet on the floor. Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door or side windows in seating positions with seat-mounted side impact airbags