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Front Airbags and Knee Bolsters Locations
NOTE: The front airbags are certified to the Federal regulations that allow less forceful deployment in low speed collisions. The front airbags have a multi stage inflator design. This may allow the airbag to have different rates of inflation that are based on collision severity and occupant size.
Also, the front passenger airbag is certified to the Federal regulations that define Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) system. This vehicle may also be equipped with a driver inflat- able knee blocker located on the instrument panel below the steering column. This vehicle may also be equipped with left and right side curtain airbags to protect the driver and passengers sitting next to a window. If the vehicle is equipped with window bags, they are located above the side windows. Their covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG.
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Side Curtain Airbags
NOTE: Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim; but they will open to allow airbag deployment.
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WARNING!
† Do not put anything on or around the airbag covers or attempt to manually open them. You may dam- age the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags are not there to protect you. These protective covers for the airbag cushions are de- signed to open only when the airbags are inflating. † If your vehicle is equipped with left and right window bags, do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the location of the side curtain airbag. The area where the side curtain airbag is located should remain free from any obstructions. † If your vehicle is equipped with left and right window bags, do not have any accessory items installed which will alter the roof, including add- ing a sunroof to your vehicle. Do not add roof racks that require permanent attachments (bolts or screws) for installation on the vehicle roof. Do not drill into the roof of the vehicle for any reason.
Front airbags, along with seat belts, and front seat belt pretensioners, work with the instrument panel knee blockers to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger. Left and right window bags also work with seat belts to improve occupant protection. The seat belts are designed to protect you in many types of collisions. The front airbags deploy in moderate to severe frontal collisions. If equipped with an Occupant Classification NOTE: System (OCS), the passenger front airbag may not deploy even when the driver front airbag has determined the seat is empty or is occupied by a child. If your vehicle is so equipped, the window bag on the crash side of the vehicle is triggered in moderate to severe side collisions. But even in collisions where the airbags inflate, you need the seat belts to keep you in the right position for the airbags to protect you properly.
Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying airbag. 1. Children 12 years old and under should ride buckled up in the rear seat. 2. Infants in rear-facing child restraints should NEVER ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger front airbag. An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in that position. 3. Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat belt properly (refer to information on Child Restraint in this section) should be secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats. 4. Older children who do not use child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats should ride properly buck- led up in the rear seat. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm.
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5. If a child from 1 to 12 years old must ride in the front passenger seat because the vehicle is crowded, move the seat as far back as possible, and use the proper child restraint (refer to information on Child Restraint in this section). 6. You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly. 7. All occupants should use their seat belts properly. 8. The driver and front passenger seats should be moved back as far as practical to allow the airbags time to inflate. 9. If your vehicle has side curtain airbags do not lean against the door, airbags will inflate forcefully into the space between you and the door. 10. If the airbag system in this vehicle needs to be modified to accommodate a disabled person, contact the Customer Center. Phone numbers are provided in the 9If You Need Customer Assistance9 section in this manual.
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WARNING!
† Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions the airbags won’t deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have airbags. † Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during front airbag deployment could cause serious injury. Airbags need room to inflate. Sit back, comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel. † If the vehicle has left and right window bags, they also need room to inflate. Do not lean against the door or window. Sit upright in the center of the seat.
— If Equipped
“The Airbag System” consists of the following: † Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) † AIRBAG Light † Driver Airbag † Front Passenger Airbag † Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) † Front Impact Sensors † Side Impact Sensors — If Equipped † Steering Wheel and Column † Instrument Panel † Seat Belt Reminder Light † Driver Inflatable Knee Bolster — If Equipped
† Knee Impact Bolster † Front Seat Belt Pretensioners † Front Passenger Seat Occupant Classification System
(OCS) — If OCS Equipped − Occupant Classification Module − Passenger Airbag Disabled (PAD) Indicator Light − Interconnecting Wiring − Bladder Assembly − Belt Tension Sensor
How The Airbag System Works † The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines if a frontal collision is severe enough to require the airbags to inflate. Based on the level of collision severity, the front control module determines the
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proper rate of inflation. The front airbag inflators are designed to provide different rates of airbag inflation. † The ORC will not detect side, roll over, or rear impacts. † The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or RUN positions. These include all of the items listed above except the steering wheel and column, instrument panel and passenger knee bol- sters. If the key is in the OFF position, in the ACC position, or not in the ignition, the airbags are not on and will not inflate. † Also, the ORC turns on the AIRBAG warn- ing light and PAD indicator light in the center of the instrument panel for 6 to 8
seconds for a self-check when the ignition is first turned on. After the self-check, the AIRBAG warning light will turn off. If equipped, the PAD indicator light will function normally. If the ORC56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
detects a malfunction in any part of the system, it turns on the AIRBAG warning light either momentarily or continuously. A single chime will sound if the light comes on again after initial start up.
WARNING!
Ignoring the AIRBAG warning light in your instru- ment panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to protect you in a collision. If the light does not come on, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes on as you drive, have the airbag system checked right away.
† The Driver and Passenger Airbag/Inflator Units are located in the center of the steering wheel and the right side of the instrument panel. When the ORC and impact sensors detects a collision requiring the air- bags, it signals the inflator units. A large quantity of
nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the front airbags. Different airbag inflation rates may be possible based on collision severity. The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as the airbags inflate to their full size. The airbags fully inflate in about 50–70 milliseconds. This is about half of the time it takes to blink your eyes. The airbags then quickly deflate while helping to restrain the driver and front passenger. The driver’s and passenger’s front airbag gas is vented through the airbag material towards the instrument panel. In this way the airbags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle. † The Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains are designed to activate only in certain side collisions. When the ORC and the side impact sensors (with side impact option) detects a collision requiring the window bags to
inflate, it signals the inflators on the crash side of the vehicle. A quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the window bag. The inflating window bag pushes the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and covers the window. The airbag inflates in about 30 milliseconds (about one quarter of the time it takes to blink your eyes) with enough force to injure you if you are not belted and seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area where the window bag inflates. This especially applies to children. The win- dow bag is only about 31⁄2 inches (9 cm) thick when it is inflated. † When the ORC and the impact sensors detect a collision requiring the Driver Inflatable Knee Blocker — If Equipped, signals the inflator unit. A quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the Driver Inflat- able Knee Blocker. The Driver Inflatable Knee Blocker inflates rearward towards the driver’s knees to help
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protect the knees and position you for the best inter- action with the front airbag. The Driver Inflatable Knee Blocker fully inflates in about 50 milliseconds, this is only about half of the time it takes you to blink your eyes. It then quickly deflates while helping to protect the driver’s knees. † The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees, and position everyone for the best interaction with the front airbag. † If your vehicle contains a Passenger Airbag Disable indicator light, it will be equipped with the Occupant Classification System (OCS). The OCS system will classify an occupant into a size category based on sensor readings from within the seat cushion. Occu- pants should try to remain in a normally seated position. If the occupant’s weight is transferred to
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another object in the vehicle (i.e. feet on the dash- board), the OCS may not be able to properly approxi- mate occupant size. Furthermore, the occupant size may appear to increase or decrease due to objects hanging on the seat, other passengers pushing on the seat, or objects lodged underneath the seat. If there is a rapid change in temperature or humidity, the OCS may not be able to properly approximate occupant size. If your seat including your trim cover and cushion needs to be serviced in any way (includ- ing removal or loosening/tightening of seat attach- ment bolts), take the vehicle to your authorized dealer. Only manufacturer approved seat accessories may be used.
If there is a fault present in the system, the AIRBAG warning light will illuminate indicating that you should take the vehicle to an authorized dealer. In the presence of an occupant in the passenger seat, if both the PAD indicator light and AIRBAG warning light are illumi- nated the airbag will be disabled. The ORC will not allow front airbag deployment in the event of a collision for occupants classified into the empty or child size categories. The PAD indicator light will illuminate indicating that the Passenger Airbag is OFF when the OCS has determined that the occupant size category is a child. Also, when the seat is empty or an object that weighs less than a predetermined threshold is placed on the seat, the light will remain OFF. (The PAD indicator light is an amber light located on the center of the instrument panel above the climate controls.)
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passenger is properly positioned or not. If the PAD indicator light comes on when an adult is in the passen- ger seat, have the passenger re-position themselves in the seat until the light goes out. Remember, if the PAD indicator light is illuminated the passenger front airbag will not inflate. For properly installed child restraint systems and children properly seated on the front passenger seat, the airbag will be disabled. If at all possible, place children 12 years and younger in a back seat. † The Occupant Classification Module (OCM) — If Equipped is located beneath the front passenger seat. The OCM classifies the occupant into one of three size categories based on the input from the Bladder Assem- bly and Belt Tension Sensor. The size categories in- clude empty, child, and adult. The OCM sends the Occupant Classification to the ORC to identify if a
Passenger Airbag Light — If OCS Equipped
For almost all sizes of properly seated adults, the airbag will be enabled in the event of a collision. For small teenagers and some small adults, depending on size, the airbag may or may not be enabled in the event of a collision. Both drivers and passengers should always use the PAD indicator light as an indication if the front
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front passenger airbag is allowed. If a fault is present, the AIRBAG warning light is illuminated. † The Passenger Airbag Disabled (PAD) Indicator Light — If Equipped indicates to the driver and passenger when the airbag is turned OFF in the presence of a properly seated occupant. When the PAD indicator light is illuminated, the airbag is OFF. Also, when the Occupant Classification System (OCS) de- tects either an empty seat of a weight less than the predetermined occupant threshold, the ORC will not illuminate the PAD indicator light even though the airbag is turned off. When the OCS detects an adult the PAD indicator light will be off, and the airbag will be enabled. † The Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) — If Equipped is located at the outboard passenger lap belt anchor. The BTS generates a signal based on outboard lap belt tension. This signal is sent to the OCM to ensure that
the resultant bladder pressure increase due to applied lap belt tension does not cause a small occupant to be classified as a larger occupant. † The Bladder Assembly — If Equipped is located beneath the seat cushion foam. The pressure sensor sends a signal to the OCM.
The front passenger seat assembly contains critical com- ponents that affect the front passenger airbag deploy- ment. Correctly functioning front passenger seat compo- nents are critical for the Occupant Classification System (OCS) to properly classify the front passenger and calcu- late the proper airbag deployment. Do not make any modifications to the front passenger seat components, assembly, or to the seat cover.
WARNING!
Unapproved modifications or service procedures to the front passenger seat assembly, its related compo- nents, or seat cover may inadvertently change the airbag deployment in case of a frontal crash. This could result in death or serious injury to the front seat passenger if the vehicle is involved in an acci- dent. A modified vehicle may not comply with re- quired Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS).
The following requirements must be strictly adhered to: † Do not modify the front passenger seat assembly or † Do not modify the front seat center console or center
components in any way.
position seat in any way.
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cover.
† Do not use prior or future model year seat covers not designated for the specific model being repaired. Al- ways use the correct seat cover specified for the vehicle. † Do not replace the seat cover with an aftermarket seat † Do not add a secondary seat cover other than those † At no time should any supplemental restraint system (SRS) component or SRS related component or fas- tener be modified or replaced with any part except those which are approved by DaimlerChrysler/ Mopar.
approved by DaimlerChrysler/Mopar.
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If A Deployment Occurs The airbag system is designed to deploy the airbags when the ORC and impact sensors detect a moderate-to- severe collision, to help restrain the vehicle passengers, and then immediately deflate. NOTE: A collision that is not severe enough to need airbag protection will not activate the system. This does not mean something is wrong with the airbag system. If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags, any or all of the following may occur: † The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abra- sions and/or skin reddening to the driver and front passenger as the airbags deploy and unfold. The abrasions are similar to friction rope burns or those you might get sliding along a carpet or gymnasium floor. They are not caused by contact with chemicals. They are not permanent and normally heal quickly.
However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor immediately. † As the airbags deflate you may see some smoke-like particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the process that generates the nontoxic gas used for airbag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye irritation, rinse the area with cool water. For nose or throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation continues, see your doctor. If these particles settle on your clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s instruc- tions for cleaning. † It is not advisable to drive your vehicle after the airbags have deployed. If you are involved in another collision, the airbags will not be in place to protect you.
WARNING!
Deployed airbags, front seat belt pretensioners and driver inflatable knee blocker cannot protect you in another collision. Have the airbags, front seat belt pretensioners and driver inflatable knee blocker (if equipped) replaced by an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Enhanced Accident Response If the airbags and seat belt pretensioners deploy after an impact and the electrical system remains functional, vehicles equipped with power door locks will unlock automatically. In addition, approximately 10 seconds after the vehicle has stopped moving, the interior lights will illuminate until the ignition switch is turned off.
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In the event of an impact that causes airbag deployment, with the vehicle stopped, and the vehicle communication network intact, and the power intact, the Enhanced Accident Response System performs the following func- tions: † Cuts off fuel to the engine † Flashes hazard lights † Turns on the interior lights approximately 10 seconds after the vehicle has stopped moving, and will remain on as long as the battery has power or until the ignition key is removed
† Unlocks the doors automatically
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Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING!
† Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it. You could be injured because the airbags are not there to protect you. Do not modify the components or wiring, including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper right side of the instrument panel. Do not modify the front bumper, vehicle body structure, or frame. † Do not attempt to modify any part of your ad- vanced airbag system. The airbag may inflate accidentally or may not function properly if modi- fications are made. Take your vehicle to an autho- rized dealer for any advanced airbag system ser- vice. If it is necessary to modify an advanced airbag system for persons with disabilities, contact your authorized dealer.
WARNING!
† You need proper knee impact protection in a collision. Do not mount or locate any aftermarket equipment on or behind the knee bolsters. † It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the airbag system yourself. Be sure to tell anyone who works on your vehicle that it has airbags.
See
NOTE: Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate. Airbag Light
You will want to have the airbags ready to inflate for your protection in a collision. While the airbag system is designed to be mainte- nance free, if any of the following occurs, have
an authorized dealer service the system immediately.
† The AIRBAG light does not come on or flickers during the 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition switch is first turned on. † The light remains on or flickers after the 6 to 8 second † The light flickers or comes on and remains on while
interval.
driving.
Event Data Recorder (EDR) In the event of an accident, your vehicle is designed to record up to 5 seconds of specific vehicle data parameters (see the following list) in an event data recorder prior to the moment of airbag deployment, or near deployment, and up to a quarter second of high-speed deceleration data during and/or after airbag deployment. EDR data are ONLY recorded if an airbag deploys, or nearly deploys, and are otherwise unavailable.
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NOTE: 1. A near-deployment event occurs when the airbag sensor detects severe vehicle deceleration usually indica- tive of a crash, but not severe enough to warrant airbag deployment. 2. Under certain circumstances, EDR data may not be recorded (e.g., loss of battery power). In conjunction with other data gathered during a com- plete accident investigation, the electronic data may be used by DaimlerChrysler Corporation and others to learn more about the possible causes of crashes and associated injuries in order to assess and improve vehicle perfor- mance. In addition to crash investigations initiated by DaimlerChrysler Corporation, such investigations may be requested by customers, insurance carriers, govern- ment officials, and professional crash researchers, such as those associated with universities, and with hospital and insurance organizations.
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In the event that an investigation is undertaken by DaimlerChrysler Corporation (regardless of initiative), the company or its designated representative will first obtain permission of the appropriate custodial entity for the vehicle (usually the vehicle owner or lessee) before accessing the electronic data stored, unless ordered to download data by a court with legal jurisdiction (i.e., pursuant to a warrant). A copy of the data will be provided to the custodial entity upon request. General data that does not identify particular vehicles or crashes may be released for incorporation in aggregate crash databases, such as those maintained by the US govern- ment and various states. Data of a potentially sensitive nature, such as would identify a particular driver, ve- hicle, or crash, will be treated confidentially. Confidential data will not be disclosed by DaimlerChrysler Corpora- tion to any third party except when:
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defense
litigation
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1. Used for research purposes, such as to match data with a particular crash record in an aggregate database, provided confidentiality of personal data is thereafter preserved 2. Used DaimlerChrysler Corporation product 3. Requested by police under a legal warrant 4. Otherwise required by law Data Parameters that May Be Recorded: † Diagnostic trouble code(s) and warning light status for electronically-controlled safety systems, including the airbag system
† Airbag disable light status (if equipped) † 9Time9 of airbag deployment (in terms of ignition
cycles and vehicle mileage)
† Airbag deployment level (if applicable) † Impact acceleration and angle † Seatbelt status † Brake status (service and parking brakes) † Accelerator status (including vehicle speed) † Engine control status (including engine speed) † Transmission gear selection † Cruise control status † Traction/stability control status † Tire pressure monitoring system status – If Equipped
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Child Restraint Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all times — babies and children, too. Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it. Children 12 years and under should ride properly buck- led up in a seat appropriate for their age and size. According to crash statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats, rather than in the front.
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WARNING!
In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a missile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are. The child and others could be badly injured. Any child riding in your vehicle should be in a proper restraint for the child’s size.
Infants And Small Children There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child seat owner’s manual to ensure you have the right seat for your child. Use the restraint that is correct for your child. † Safety children ride rearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at least one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg). Two types
recommend that
experts
of child restraints can be used rearward-facing: infant carriers and 9convertible9 child seats. Both types of child restraints are held in the vehicle by the lap/ shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage system. Refer to “Lower Anchors and Tether for CHil- dren (LATCH)” later in this section. † The infant carrier is only used rearward-facing in the vehicle. It is recommended for children who weigh up to about 20 lbs (9 kg). 9Convertible9 child seats can be used either rearward-facing or forward-facing in the vehicle. Convertible child seats often have a higher weight limit in the rearward-facing direction than infant carriers do, so they can be used rearward-facing by children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) but are less than one year old. † Rearward-facing child seats must NEVER be used in the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger airbag. An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position.
Older Children and Child Restraints Children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) and who are older than one year can ride forward-facing in the vehicle. Forward-facing child seats and convertible child seats used in the forward-facing direction are for children who weigh 20 to 40 lbs (9 to 18 kg) and who are older than one year. These child seats are also held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage system. Refer to “Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH)” later in this section. The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weighing more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small to fit the vehicle’s seat belts properly. If the child cannot sit with knees bent over the vehicle’s cushion while the child’s back is against the seatback, then the child should use a Belt Positioning Booster Seat. The child and booster seat are held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt. (Some booster seats are equipped with a front shield and are held in the vehicle by the lap portion.)
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as possible.
Children Too Large For Booster Seats Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend over the front of the seat when their back is against the seatback, should use the lap/shoulder belt in a rear seat. † Make sure that the child is upright in the seat. † The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug † Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or † If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the child closer to the center of the vehicle. If this doesn’t help, move the child to the center rear seating position and use the lap belt. Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind their back. refer
slouching can move the belt out of position.
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WARNING!
† Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. It could come loose in a collision. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions ex- actly when installing an infant or child restraint. † A rearward facing child restraint should only be used in a rear seat. A rearward facing child re- straint in the front seat may be struck by a deploy- ing passenger airbag which may cause severe or fatal injury to the infant.
Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child restraint: † Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards. We also recommend that you make sure
that you can install the child restraint in the vehicle where you will use it, before you buy it. † The restraint must be appropriate for your child’s weight and height. Check the label on the restraint for weight and height limits. † Carefully follow the instructions that come with the restraint. If you install the restraint improperly, it may not work when you need it. The passenger seat belts are equipped with cinching latch plates, which are designed to keep the lap portion tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip. Pulling up on the shoulder portion of the lap/shoulder belt will tighten the belt. The cinching latch plate will keep the belt tight, however, any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary.
† In the rear seat, you may have trouble tightening the lap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because the buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening on the restraint. Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle and twist the short buckle end of the belt several times to shorten it. Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the release button facing out. † If the belt still can’t be tightened, or if pulling and pushing on the restraint loosens the belt, disconnect the latch plate from the buckle, turn the buckle around, and insert the latch plate into the buckle again. If you still can’t make the child restraint secure, try a different seating position. † Buckle the child into the seat according to the child
restraint manufacturer’s directions.
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† When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in the vehicle with the seat belt or remove it from the vehicle. Don’t leave it loose in the vehicle. In a sudden stop or collision, it could strike the occupants or seatbacks and cause serious personal injury.
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) Each vehicle is equipped with two child restraint anchor- age systems called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren. The LATCH child restraint anchorage systems are installed on second-row seats only. LATCH child restraint anchorage systems are not provided on the six passenger third row seats.
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Six passenger vehicles are equipped with second row fold & tumble seats with lower anchorages that can accommodate rigid mount or flexible webbing-mounted LATCH-compatible child seats. The third row seating positions are not equipped with lower anchorages. How- ever, the third row driver side seating position is equipped with a tether anchor. If you are installing LATCH-compatible child restraints in any third row seating position, you must use the vehicle’s seat belt.
LATCH ANCHORS
Five passenger vehicles are equipped with a second row bench seat only. The two outboard seating positions have lower anchorages that can accommodate rigid mount or flexible webbing-mounted LATCH-compatible child seats. The center seating position of the bench seat can
also accommodate a flexible webbing-mounted LATCH- compatible child seat by using the inboard lower anchors of the two outboard seating positions. A rigid mount seat can only be installed at this seating location by using the vehicle’s seat belt. Regardless of the specific type of lower attachment, NEVER install LATCH-compatible child seats such that two child seats share a common lower anchorage. If you are installing LATCH-compatible child restraints in adjacent rear seating positions, you can use the LATCH anchors or the vehicle’s seat belt for the outboard position, but you must use the vehicle’s seat belt at the center position.
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Bench Seat LATCH Anchors
The lower anchor bars of the LATCH System are located where the seat back meets the seat cushion. The tether anchors are located on the rear surface of the seat. Child restraint systems designed to be compatible with the vehicles LATCH System are now available. LATCH child restraints make installation into the vehicle simple and
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convenient. When using the LATCH System, always follow the child restraint manufacturer’s installation in- structions. If your child restraint seat is not LATCH com- NOTE: patible, install the restraint using the vehicle seat belts. Tether Anchors There are tether strap anchorages behind all second row seating positions and for six passenger vehicles on the driver’s side third row seating position. The tether an- chors are located in the rear surface of the seat. When using the tether anchorages in the second row fold & tumble seating positions and in the outboard second row bench seating positions, ensure that the strap is routed over the top of the seatback and under the head restraint between the head restraint posts.
2ND ROW TETHER ANCHOR
When the tether anchorage is used in the center second row bench seating position or on the third row seating position, where equipped, the strap should be positioned straight over the top of the seatback.
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Bench Seat Tether Anchors
When the tether anchorage is used in the third row seating position, the strap should be positioned straight over the top of the seatback.
3RD ROW TETHER ANCHOR
Installing A Child Restraint We urge that you carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint. Many, but not all, restraint systems will be equipped with separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or connector and a means for adjusting the tension in the
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strap. Forward-facing toddler restraints and some rearward-facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap, a hook and means for adjusting the tension in the strap. In general, you will first loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and tether straps so that you can more easily attach the hook or connector to the lower anchorages and tether anchorages. Then tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the seat. Child restraint systems having attachments designed to connect to the lower anchorages are now available. Child restraints having tether straps and hooks for connection to the seatback tether anchorage have been available for some time. In fact, many child restraint manufacturer’s will provide add-on tether strap kits for some of their older products.
Because the lower anchorages are to be introduced to passenger carrying vehicles over a period of years, child restraint systems having attachments for those anchor- ages will continue to have features for installation in vehicles using the lap or lap/shoulder belt. They will also have tether straps, and you are urged to take advantage of all of the available attachments provided with your child restraint in any vehicle. NOTE: When using the LATCH attaching system to install a child restraint, please ensure that all seat belts not being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out of reach of children. It is recommended that before installing the child restraint, buckle the seat belt so the seat belt is tucked behind the child restraint and out of reach. If the buckled seat belt interferes with the child restraint installation, instead of tucking the seat belt behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through the child restraint belt path and then buckle it. This should stow the seat belt out of the reach of an inquisitive child.
Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are not toys and should not be played with, and never leave your child unattended in the vehicle. Not all child restraint systems will be installed as we have described here. Again, carefully follow the instruc- tions that come with the child restraint system.
WARNING!
Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint.
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Transporting Pets Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet could be thrown about and possibly injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision. Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break-in period is not required for the engine in your new vehicle. Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55
mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable. While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration, within the limits of local traffic laws, contributes to a good break-in. Wide open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detrimental and should be avoided.78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. The recommended viscosity and quality grades are shown in Section 7 of this manual. NON-DETERGENT OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE USED. A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be considered as a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as an indication of difficulty.
SAFETY TIPS
Exhaust Gas
WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO) follow the safety tips below.
Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or out of the area. If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force outside air into the vehicle. Set the blower at high speed.
WARNING!
If you are required to drive with the deck lid / liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed, and the climate control blower switch is set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
Seat Belts Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
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a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing, etc. If there is any question regarding belt or retractor condition, replace the belt. Airbag Light The light should come on and remain on for 4 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON. If the LED is not lit during starting, and/or the light stays on or comes on while driving, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. Defroster Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed. You should be able to feel the air directed against the windshield. If the defroster is not working or you are unable NOTE: to feel air against the windshield in defrost mode, please see your authorized dealer service center for repairs.
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Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
Tires Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects lodged in the tread. Inspect tread and sidewall for cuts or cracks. Check wheel nuts for tightness, and tires (includ- ing spare) for proper pressure.
Lights Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel. Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, engine coolant, oil or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline fumes are detected or fuel, power steering fluid, trans- mission fluid or brake fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be located and corrected immediately.
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CONTENTS
m Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86
N Inside Day / Night Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86
N Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . . . .86
N Driver’s Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer —If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87
N Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature . . . . . . . . . . .87
N Outside Mirror — Driver’s Side . . . . . . . . . . . .87
N Outside Mirror — Passenger’s Side . . . . . . . . . .88
N Power Remote-Control Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . .88N Heated Remote Control Mirrors —
If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89
N Illuminated Vanity Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89m Hands–Free Communication (UConnect™) —
If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89
N Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
N Phone Call Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
N UConnect™ System Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
N Advanced Phone Connectivity . . . . . . . . . . . . 10582 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
N Things You Should Know About Your
UConnect™ System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
N General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
m Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
N 10–Way Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped . . 115
N 8–Way Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped . . . 116
N 4–Way Passenger’s Power Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
N Adjustable Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
N Heated Seats — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
N Second Row Manual Seat Recliner —If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
N Second Row Manual Seat Adjuster —
If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
N Second Row Bench Seating —
If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
N Second Row Fold & Tumble Seats —
If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
N Third Row Easy Exit — If Equipped . . . . . . . . 124
N Third Row Seating — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . 126
N Load Floor — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
N Plastic Grocery Bag Retainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
m Driver Memory Seat — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . 129N Easy Exit Seat (Available With Memory Seat
Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
N Tilt Mirrors In Reverse (Available With
Memory Seat Only) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . 133
m To Open And Close The Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133m Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
N Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights . . . . . 134
N Interior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
N Multi-Function Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
N Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument PanelLights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
N Automatic Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
N Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) . . . . . 138
N Lights-On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
N Headlight Time Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
N Fog Lights — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
N Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
N Highbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch . . . . . . . . . 139UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83
N Passing Light
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
m Windshield Wipers And Washers . . . . . . . . . . . 140
N Windshield Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
N Mist Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
N Windshield Wiper Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
N Intermittent Wiper System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
N Rear Window Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
m Tilt Steering Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
m Electronic Speed Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
N To Activate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
N To Set a Desired Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
N To Deactivate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
N To Resume Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14584 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
N To Vary The Speed Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
N To Accelerate For Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
m Garage Door Opener — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . 146
N Programming HomeLinkt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
N Canadian Programming/Gate Programming . . 150
N Using HomeLinkt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
N Reprogramming a Single HomeLinktButtons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
N Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
N Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
N General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 153m Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) m Electronic Brake Control System -
ABS/TCS/BAS/ESP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
N Traction Control System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
N Brake Assist System (BAS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
N ESP (Electronic Stability Program) . . . . . . . . . 155
m Adjustable Pedals — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . 159
m Rear Park Sense System — If Equipped . . . . . . . 160
N Rear Park Assist Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
N Rear Park Assist Warning Display . . . . . . . . . 162
N Enable/Disable The Rear Park Assist System —If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
N Service The Rear Park Assist System . . . . . . . . 165
N Cleaning The Rear Park Assist System . . . . . . 166
m Rear Camera — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
m Overhead Console — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . 168N Courtesy/Reading Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
N Sunglasses Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
m Power Sunroof — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
N Express Open Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
N Wind Buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
N Sunroof Comfort Position — If Equipped . . . . 171
N Sunroof Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
m Electrical Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
N Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off . . . . . . . 173
m Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
N Front Seat Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85
N Second Row Seat Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
N Third Row Seat Cupholders — If Equipped . . . 175
m Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
N Console Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
N Rear Cargo Storage Bin — If Equipped . . . . . . 175
N Retractable Cargo Area Cover —If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
N Cargo Tie-Down Hooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
m Roof Luggage Rack — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . 178
m Load Leveling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18086 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
MIRRORS
Inside Day / Night Mirror Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. A two point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror.
Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward rear of vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position (toward windshield). Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped When using this feature the mirror will automatically adjust for annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light will illuminate to indicate when this feature is on.
MANUAL REARVIEW MIRROR
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Driver’s Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer — If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn this feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the Rearview Mirror. Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature All exterior mirrors are hinged and may be moved either forward or rearward to resist damage. The hinges have three detent positions; full forward, full rearward, and normal. Outside Mirror — Driver’s Side Adjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane of traffic, with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror.
Automatic Dimming Mirror
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean.
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Outside Mirror — Passenger’s Side Adjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see the side of your vehicle in the portion of the mirror closest to the vehicle. This type of mirror will give a much wider view to the rear, and especially of the lane next to your vehicle.
WARNING!
Vehicles and other objects seen in the right side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your right side mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object. Use your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in this convex mirror.
Power Remote-Control Mirrors Use the mirror select switch, located on the driver’s door trim panel above the power window switches, to adjust the view obtained in the outside mirrors.
Power Mirror Switches
Press the rocker switch to the L or R for Left or Right mirror selection. Use the center off position to guard against accidentally moving a mirror position. Select a mirror and press one of the four arrows for the direction you want the mirror to move. Power mirror preselected positions can be controlled by the optional Driver Memory Seat Feature. Refer to “Driver Memory Seat” in section 3 of this manual. Heated Remote Control Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the Rear Window Defrost. Illuminated Vanity Mirrors An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor. To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing the mirror cover upward. The lights turn on automatically. Closing the mirror cover turns off the lights.
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Sun Visor Extension The sun visors may be pulled out to provide extended coverage of the side glass.
HANDS–FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect™) — IF EQUIPPED UConnect™ is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehicle communications system. UConnect™ allows you to dial a phone number with your cellular phone using simple voice commands (e.g., 9Call” { “Mike” {”Work9 or 9Dial” { “248-555-12129). Your cellular phone’s audio is trans- mitted through your vehicle’s audio system; the system will automatically mute your radio when using the UConnect™ system. NOTE: The UConnect™ system use requires a cellular phone equipped with the Bluetooth 9Hands-Free Profile,9
version 0.96 or higher. See www.chrysler.com/uconnect for supported phones.90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
UConnect™ allows you to transfer calls between the system and your cellular phone as you enter or exit your vehicle, and enables you to mute the system’s micro- phone for private conversation. The UConnect™ phonebook enables you to store up to 32
names and four numbers per name. Each language has a separate 32-name phonebook accessible only in that language. This system is driven through your Blue- tooth™ Hands-Free profile cellular phone. UConnect™ features Bluetooth™ technology - the global standard that enables different electronic devices to connect to each other without wires or a docking station, so UCon- nect works no matter where you stow your cellular phone (be it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to the vehicle’s UConnect™ system. The UConnect™ system allows up to seven cellular phones to be linked to system. Only one linked (or paired) cellular phone can be usedwith the system at a time. The system is available in English, Spanish, or French languages (as equipped).
UConnect™ Switches
The rearview mirror contains the microphone for the system and the radio has the two control buttons that will
enable you to access the system. Actual button location may vary with radio. The individual buttons are de- scribed in the “Operations” section. The UConnect™ system can be used with any Hands- Free Profile certified Bluetooth™ cellular phone. See www.chrysler.com/uconnect for supported phones. If your cellular phone supports a different profile (e.g., Headset Profile), you may not be able to use any UCon- nect™ features. Refer to your cellular service provider or the phone manufacturer for details. The UConnect™ system is fully integrated with the vehicle’s audio system. The volume of the UConnect™ system can be adjusted either from the radio volume control knob, or from the steering wheel radio control (right switch), if so equipped. The radio display will be used for visual prompts from the UConnect™ system such as 9CELL9 or caller ID on certain radios.
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Operations Voice commands can be used to operate the UConnect™ system and to navigate through the UConnect™ menu structure. Voice commands are required after most UConnect™ system prompts. You will be prompted for a specific command and then guided through the available options. † Prior to giving a voice command, one must wait for the voice on beep, which follows the 9Ready9 prompt or another prompt. † For certain operations, compound commands can be used. For example, instead of saying 9Setup9 and then 9Phone Pairing,9 the following compound command can be said: 9Setup Phone Pairing.9
† For each feature explanation in this section, only the combined form of the voice command is given. You can also break the commands into parts and say each part of the command, when you are asked for it. For92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
example, you can use the combined form voice com- mand 9Phonebook New Entry,9 or you can break the combined form command into two voice commands: 9Phonebook9 and 9New Entry.9 Please remember, the UConnect™ system works best when you talk in a normal conversational tone, as if speaking to some one sitting eight feet away from you.
Voice Command Tree Refer to “Voice Tree” at the end of this section. Help Command If you need assistance at any prompt, or if you want to know your options are at any prompt, say 9Help9 follow- ing the voice on beep. The UConnect™ system will play all the options at any prompt if you ask for help. To activate the UConnect™ system from idle, simply press the ’Phone’ button and follow audible prompts for directions. All UConnect™ system sessions begin with a press of the ’Phone’ button on the radio control head.
Cancel Command At any prompt, after the voice on beep, you can say 9Cancel9 and you will be returned to the main menu. However, in a few instances the system will take you back to the previous menu. Pair (Link) UConnect™ System to a Cellular Phone To begin using your UConnect™ system, you must pair your compatible Bluetooth™ enabled cellular phone. To complete the pairing process, you will need to refer- ence your cellular phone owner’s manual. One of the following vehicle specific websites may also provide detailed instructions for pairing with the brand of phone that you have: NOTE: † www.chrysler.com/uconnect † www.dodge.com/uconnect † www.jeep.com/uconnect
Phone9 and follow the audible prompts.
The following are general phone to UConnect™ System pairing instructions: † Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say 9Setup Phone Pairing9 and follow the audible prompts. † When prompted, after the voice on beep, say 9Pair a † You will be asked to say a four-digit pin number, which you will later need to enter into your cellular. You can enter any four-digit pin number. You will not need to remember this pin number after the initial pairing process. † For identification purposes, you will be prompted to give the UConnect™ system a name for your cellular phone. Each cellular phone that is paired should be given a unique phone name.
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† You will then be asked to give your cellular phone a priority level between 1 and 7, 1 being the highest priority. You can pair up to seven cellular phones to your UConnect™ system. However, at any given time, only one cellular phone can be in use, connected to your UConnect™ System. The priority allows the UConnect™ system to know which cellular phone to use if multiple cellular phones are in the vehicle at the same time. For example, if priority 3 and priority 5
phones are present in the vehicle, the UConnect™ system will use the priority 3 cellular phone when you make a call. You can select to use a lower priority cellular phone at any time (refer to 9Advanced Phone Connectivity9).Call/Dial by Saying a Number † Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say
9Dial.9
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call.
† System will prompt you to say the number you want † For example, you can say 9234-567-8901.9 The phone number that you enter must be of valid length and combination. Based on the country in which the ve- hicle was purchased, the UConnect™ limits the user from dialing invalid combination of numbers. For example, in USA, 234-567-890 is nine digits long, which is not a valid USA phone number - the closest valid phone number has ten digits. † The UConnect™ system will confirm the phone num- ber and then dial. The number will appear in the display of certain radios.
Call by Saying a Name † Press the “Phone” button to begin. † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say
“Dial” or Call.9
you want call.
† System will prompt you to say the name of the person † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say the name of the person you want to call. For example, you can say 9John Doe,9 where John Doe is a previ- ously stored name entry in the UConnect™ phone- book. Refer to 9Add Names to Your UConnect™ Phonebook,9 to learn how to store a name in the phonebook. † The UConnect™ system will confirm the name and then dial the corresponding phone number, which may appear in the display of certain radios.
Add Names to Your UConnect™ Phonebook NOTE: Adding names to phonebook is recommended when vehicle is not in motion. † Press the “Phone” button to begin.
9Phonebook New Entry.9
† After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say † When prompted, say the name of the new entry. Use of long names helps the voice recognition and is recom- mended. For example, say 9Robert Smith9 or 9Robert9
instead of 9Bob.9
† When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., 9Home,9 9Work,9 9Mobile,9 or 9Pager9). This will allow you to store multiple numbers for each phonebook entry, if desired. † When prompted, recite the phone number for thephonebook entry that you are adding.
After you are finished adding an entry into the phone- book, you will be given the opportunity to add more phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the main menu.
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The UConnect™ system will allow you to enter up to 32
names in the phonebook with each name having up to four associated phone numbers and designations. Each language has a separate 32-name phonebook accessible only in that language. Edit Entries in the UConnect™ Phonebook NOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommended when vehicle is not in motion. † Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say † You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook † Next, choose the number designation (home, work,entry that you wish to edit.
9Phonebook Edit.9
mobile, or pager) that you wish to edit.
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† When prompted, recite the new phone number for the
phonebook entry that you are editing.
After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook, you will be given the opportunities to edit another entry in the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return to the main menu. 9Phonebook Edit9 can be used to add another phone number to a name entry that already exists in the phonebook. For example, the entry John Doe may have a mobile and a home number, but you can add John Doe’s work number later using the 9Phonebook Edit9 feature. Delete Entries in the UConnect™ Phonebook NOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommended when vehicle is not in motion. † Press the ’Phone’ button to begin.
9Phonebook Delete.9
† After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say † After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish to delete. You can either say the name of a phonebook entry that you wish to delete or you can say 9List Names9 to hear a list of the entries in the phonebook from which you choose. To select one of the entries from the list, press the 9Voice Recognition9 button while the UConnect™ system is playing the desired entry and say 9Delete.9
† After you enter the name, the UConnect™ system will ask you which designation you wish to delete, home, work, mobile, or pager. Say the designation you wish to delete.NOTE: Note that only the phonebook entry in the current language is deleted.
After confirmation, the phonebook entries will be de- leted. Note that only the phonebook in the current language is deleted. Delete All Entries in the UConnect™ Phonebook † Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say † The UConnect™ system will ask you to verify that you † After confirmation, the phonebook entries will be † Note that only the phone book in the current language
wish to delete all the entries from the phonebook.
9Phonebook Erase All.9
deleted.
is deleted.
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9Phonebook List Names.9
List All Names in the UConnect™ Phonebook † Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say † The UConnect™ system will play the names of all the † To call one of the names in the list, press the 9Voice Recognition’ button during the playing of the desired name, and then say 9Call.
phonebook entries.
NOTE: The user can also exercise 9Edit9 or 9Delete9
operations at this point. † The UConnect™ system will then prompt you as to number designation you wish to call. † The selected number will be dialed.98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the UConnect™ system if the feature(s) are available on your cellular service plan. For example, if your cellular service plan provides three-way calling, this feature can be accessed through the UConnect™ system. Check with your cellular service provider for the features that you have. Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - No Call Currently in Progress When you receive a call on your cellular phone, the UConnect™ system will the vehicle audio system, if on, and will ask if you would like to answer the call. To reject the call, press and hold the ’Phone’ button until you hear a single beep indicating that the incoming call was rejected.
interrupt
Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - Call Currently in Progress If a call is currently in progress and you have another incoming call, you will hear the same network tones for call waiting that you normally hear when using your cell phone. Press the ’Phone’ button to place the current call on hold and answer the incoming call. NOTE: The UConnect™ system compatible phones in market today do not support rejecting an incoming call when another call is in progress. Therefore, the user can only either answer an incoming call or ignore it. Making a Second Call while Current Call in Progress To make a second call while you are currently in a call, press the ’Voice Recognition’ button and say 9Dial9 or 9Call9 followed by the phone number or phonebook entry you wish to call. The first call will be on hold while the
second call is in progress. To go back to the first call, refer to 9Toggling Between Calls.9 To combine two calls, refer to 9Conference Call.9
Place/Retrieve a Call from Hold To put a call on hold, press the 8Phone’ button until you hear a single beep. This indicates that the call is on hold. To bring the call back from hold, press and hold the 8Phone’ button until you hear a single beep. Toggling Between Calls If two calls are in progress (one active and one on hold), press the ’Phone’ button until you hear a single beep indicating that the active and hold status of the two calls have switched. Only one call can be placed on hold at one time.UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99
Conference Call When two calls are in progress (one active and one on hold), press and hold the ’Phone’ button until you hear a double beep indicating that the two calls have been joined into one conference call. Three-Way Calling To initiate three-way calling, press the ’Voice Recogni- tion’ button while a call is in progress and make a second phone call as described under 9Making a Second Call while Current Call in Progress.9 After the second call has established, press and hold the ’Phone’ button until you hear a double beep indicating that the two calls have been joined into one conference call. Call Termination To end a call in progress, momentarily press the 8Phone’ button. Only the active call(s) will be terminated and if there is a call on hold, it will become the new active call.
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Redial † Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say † The UConnect™ system will call the last number that
9Redial.9
was dialed on your cellular phone.
NOTE: This may not be the last number dialed from the UConnect™ system. Call Continuation Call continuation is progression of a phone call on UConnect™ system after the vehicle ignition key has been switched to off. Call continuation functionality available on the vehicle can be any one of three types: † After ignition key is switched off, a call can continue on the UConnect™ system either until the call ends or
until the vehicle battery condition dictates cessation of the call on the UConnect™ system and transfer of the call to the mobile phone. † After ignition key is switched to off, a call can continue on the UConnect™ system for certain duration, after which the call is automatically transferred from the UConnect™ system to the mobile phone.
† An active call
is automatically transferred to the
mobile phone after ignition key is switched to off.
UConnect™ System Features
Language Selection To change the language that the UConnect™ system is using, † Press the ’Phone’ button to begin.
† After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say the name of the language you wish to switch to (English, Espanol, or Francais, if so equipped). † Continue to follow the system prompts to complete
language selection.
After selecting one of the languages, all prompts and voice commands will be in that language. NOTE: After every UConnect™ language change op- eration, only the language specific 32-name phonebook is usable. The paired phone name is not language specific and usable across all languages. Emergency Assistance If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is reachable: † Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency
number for your area.
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If the phone is not reachable and the UConnect™ system is operational, you may reach the emergency number as follows: † Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say 9Emergency9 and the UConnect™ system will instruct the paired cellular phone to call the emergency num- ber. This feature is only supported in the USA.
NOTE: The emergency number dialed is based on the Country where the vehicle is purchased (911 for USA and Canada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed may not be applicable with the available cellular service and area. The UConnect™ system does slightly lower your chances of successfully making a phone call as to that for the cell phone directly. Your phone must be turned on and paired to the UCon- nect™ system to allow use of this vehicle feature in
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emergency situations when the cell phone has network coverage and stays paired to the UConnect™ system. Towing Assistance If you need towing assistance, † Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say
9Towing Assistance.9
NOTE: The Towing Assistance number dialed is based on the Country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800- 528-2069 for USA, 1-877-213-4525 for Canada, 55-14-3454
for Mexico city and 1-800-712-3040 for outside Mexico city in Mexico). Please refer to the 24-Hour “Towing Assistance” cover- age details in the Warranty information booklet and on the 24–Hour Towing Assistance Card.Paging To learn how to page, refer to 9Working with Automated Systems.9 Paging works properly except for pagers of certain companies which time-out a little too soon to work properly with the UConnect™ system. Voice Mail Calling To learn how to access your voice mail, refer to 9Working with Automated Systems.9
Working with Automated Systems This method is designed to be used in instances where one generally has to press numbers on the cellular phone keypad while navigating through an automated tele- phone system. You can use your UConnect™ system to access a voice- mail system or an automated service, such as, paging service or automated customer service. Some services require immediate response selection, in some instances, that may be too quick for use of UConnect™ system.When calling a number with your UConnect™ system that normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence on your cellular phone keypad, you can push the ’Voice Recognition’ button and say the sequence you wish to enter followed by the word 9Send.9 For example, if required to enter your pin number followed with a pound 3 7 4 6 #, you can press the ’Voice Recognition’ button and say 93 7 4 6 # Send.9 Saying a number, or sequence of numbers, followed by 9Send9 is also to be used to navigate through an automated customer service center menu structure and to leave a number on a pager. Barge In - Overriding Prompts The ’Voice Recognition’ button can be used when you wish to skip part of a prompt and issue your voice recognition command immediately. For example, if a prompt is playing 9Would you like to pair a phone, clear a{,9 you could press the ’Voice Recognition’ button and say 9Pair a Phone9 to select that option without having to listen to the rest of the voice prompt.
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Turning Confirmation Prompts On/Off Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system from confirming your choices (e.g., the UConnect™ system will not repeat a phone number before you dial it). † Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say 9Setup Confirmations.9 The UConnect™ system will play the current confirmation prompt status and you will be given the choice to change it. Phone and Network Status Indicators If available on the radio and/or on a premium display such as the instrument panel cluster, and supported by your cell phone, the UConnect™ system will provide notification to inform you of your phone and network status when you are attempting to make a phone call using UConnect™. The status is given for roaming net- work signal strength, phone battery strength, etc.
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Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad You can dial a phone number with your cellular phone keypad and still use the UConnect™ system (while dialing via the cell phone keypad, the user must exercise caution and take precautionary safety measures). By dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth™ cellular phone, the audio will be played through your vehicle’s audio system. The UConnect™ system will work the same as if you dial the number using voice recognition. NOTE: Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the dial ring to the UConnect™ system to play it on the vehicle audio system, so you will not hear it. Under this situation, after successfully dialing a number, the user may feel that the call did not go through even though the call is in progress. Once your call is answered, you will hear the audio.
Mute/Un-mute (Mute off) When you mute the UConnect™ system, you will still be able to hear the conversation coming from the other party, but the other party will not be able to hear you. In order to mute the UConnect™ system: † Press the ’Voice Recognition’ button. † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say
9Mute.9
In order to un-mute the UConnect™ system: † Press the ’Voice Recognition’ button. † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say
9Mute-off.9
Information Service When using AT&T Wireless Service, dialing to phone number 9#121,9 you can access voice activated automated system to receive news, weather, stocks, traffic, etc. related information. This is an AT&T provided service.
Advanced Phone Connectivity
Transfer Call to and from Cellular Phone The UConnect™ system allows on going calls to be transferred from your cellular phone to the UConnect™ system without terminating the call. To transfer an ongo- ing call from your UConnect™ paired cellular phone to the UConnect™ system or vice-versa, press the ’Voice Recognition’ button and say 9Transfer Call.9
Connect or Disconnect Link Between the UConnect™ System and Cellular Phone Your cellular phone can be paired with many different electronic devices, but can only be actively 9connected9
with one electronic device at a time. If you would like to connect or disconnect the Blue- tooth™ connection between a UConnect™ paired cellular phone and the UConnect™ system, then follow the instruction described in your cellular phone user’s manual.UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105
“Setup Phone pairing”.
List Paired Cellular Phone Names † Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. † After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say † When prompted, say 9List Phones.9
† The UConnect™ system will play the phone names of all paired cellular phones in order from the highest to the lowest priority. To “select” or “delete” a paired phone being announced, press the 8Voice recognition’ button and say “Select” or “Delete.” Also, see the next two sections for an alternate way to “select” or “de- lete” a paired phone.Select another Cellular Phone This feature allows you to select and start using another phone with the UConnect™ system. The phone must have been previously paired to the UConnect™ system that you want to use it with.
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9Setup Select Phone9 and follow the prompts.
† Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say † You can also press the 8Voice Recognition’ button anytime while the list is being played, and then choose the phone that you wish to select. † The selected phone will be used for the next phone call. If the selected phone is not available, the UCon- nect™ system will return to using the highest priority phone present in or near (approximately with in 30
feet) the vehicle.Delete UConnect™ Paired Cellular Phones † Press the ’Phone’ button to begin. † After the 9Ready9 prompt and the following beep, say
9Setup Phone Pairing.9
prompts.
† At the next prompt, say 9Delete9 and follow the † You can also press the 8Voice Recognition’ button anytime while the list is being played and then choose the phone you wish to delete.
Things You Should Know About Your UConnect™ System
Voice Training For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- nizing their voice commands or numbers, the UCon- nect™ system Voice Training feature may be used. To enter this training mode, follow one of the two proce- dures: From outside the UConnect™ mode (e.g. from radio mode) † Press and hold the ‘Voice Recognition’ button for 5
seconds until the session begins, or,
† Press the ‘Voice Recognition’ button and say 9Setup,
Voice Training9 command.
Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the UConnect™ system. For best results, the Voice Training session should be completed when the vehicle is parked, engine running, all windows closed, and the blower fan switched off. This procedure may be repeated with a new user. The system will adapt to the last trained voice only. To restore the Voice Recognition system to factory default settings, enter the Voice Training session via the above procedure and follow the prompts. Voice Recognition (VR) † Always wait for the beep before speaking.
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† Speak normally, without pausing, just as you would speak to a person sitting approximately eight (8) feet away from you. † Make sure that no one other than you is speaking during a voice recognition period. † Performance is maximized under: † low-to-medium blower setting, † low-to-medium vehicle speed, † low road noise, † smooth road surface, † fully closed windows, † dry weather condition. † Even though the system is designed for users speaking in North American English, French, and Spanish ac- cents, the system may not always work for some.
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motion is recommended.
names in the UConnect™ phonebook.
† When navigating through an automated system, such as voice mail, or when sending a page at the end of speaking the digit string, make sure to say 9send.9
† Storing names in phonebook when vehicle is not in † It is not recommended to store similar sounding † UConnect™ phonebook nametag recognition rate is optimized for the voice of the person who stored the name in the phonebook. † You can say 9O9 (letter 9O9) for 909 (zero). 98009 must be † Even though international dialing for most number combinations is supported, some shortcut dialing number combinations may not be supported.spoken 9eight-zero-zero.9
Far End Audio Performance † Audio quality is maximized under: † low-to-medium blower setting. † low-to-medium vehicle speed. † low road noise. † smooth road surface. † fully closed windows. † dry weather condition. † operation from driver seat. † Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and not the UConnect™ system. † Echo at far end can sometime be reduced by lowering
the in-vehicle audio volume.
Bluetooth Communication Link Occasionally, Cellular phones have been found to lose connection to the UConnect™ system. When this hap- pens, the connection can generally be re-established by switching the phone off/on. Your cell phone is recom- mended to remain in Bluetooth 9on9 mode.
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Power-Up After switching the ignition key from OFF to either ON or ACC position, or after a reset, you must wait at least five (5) seconds prior to using the system.
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Primary Zero One Two Three Four Five Six Seven Eight Nine Star (*) Plus (+) Pound (#) Add Location All
North American English Alternate(s) Oh
Add New All of them
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North American English
Call Cancel Confirmation Prompts Continue Delete Dial Edit Emergency English Erase All Espanol Francais Help Home Language List names
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North American English
North American English
List phones Mobile Mute Mute off New entry No Pager Pair a phone Phone pairing Phonebook Previous Record again Redial Return to main menu Select phone Send
Pairing Phone book
Return. Main menu Select
Set up
Phone settings / Phone set up
Towing assistance Transfer call Try again Work Yes General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: † This device may not cause harmful interference. † This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired op- eration.
SEATS
10–Way Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped The driver’s power seat switches are located on the driver’s front door trim panel. The bottom switch con- trols up/down, forward/rearward, and tilt adjustment. The top switch controls the seatback recline adjustment and the middle switch controls the lumbar adjustment.
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10–Way Driver’s Power Seat
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WARNING!
Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked. Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured.
8–Way Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped The driver’s power seat switches are located on the driver’s front door trim panel. The bottom switch con- trols up/down, forward/rearward, and tilt adjustment. The top switch controls the seatback recline adjustment.
4–Way Passenger’s Power Seat The front passenger power seat switches are located on the passenger front door trim panel. The bottom switch controls forward and rearward adjustment. The top switch controls the seatback recline adjustment.
CAUTION!
Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat’s path.
Adjustable Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the rear. Pull up or push down on the head restraint so that the upper edge is as high as practical. To raise the head restraint, pull up on the head restraint. To lower the head restraint, depress the release tab located at the base of the head restraint and push down on the head restraint.
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Adjustable Head Restraints
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Heated Seats — If Equipped This feature heats the driver, front passenger and second row seats. The controls for the front heated seats are located on the door trim panel next to the power seat switches.
Press the switch once to select a heat setting (high or low) and press the switch a second time in the same direction to turn the heated seat off. The indicator light will show when LOW or HIGH heat is ON. The controls for the second row heated seats are located on the center console between the seats. Press the switch once to select a heat setting (high or low) and press the switch a second time in the same direction to turn the heated seat off. The indicator light will show when LOW or HIGH heat is ON.
Front Heated Seat Switch
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NOTE: † If the lights in the second row heated seat switch begin to flash when the switch is pressed, it indicates that the heated seat is not functioning properly and that ser- vice is required. See your authorized dealer for service. † Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt within † The heated seats will turn off when the ignition switch
2 to 3 minutes.
is turned to the OFF position.
Rear Heated Seat Switches
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Second Row Manual Seat Recliner — If Equipped The recliner mechanism control is on the outboard side of the seat. To recline, lean forward slightly, lift the lever, then push back to the desired position and release the lever. Lean forward and lift the lever to return the seatback to its normal position. Using body pressure, lean forward and rearward on the seat to be sure the seatback has latched.
Seatback Release Lever
NOTE: When using the recliner mechanism with the 3rd row seat folded down, the second row seat may need to be adjusted forward to achieve full recline.
WARNING!
Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or fatally injured. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked.
Second Row Manual Seat Adjuster — If Equipped The adjusting bar is located under the front of the seat. Pull the bar up and move the seat to the desired position. Release the bar to lock the seat into position.
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Second Row Manual Seat Adjuster
Using body pressure, move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure the seat adjusters have latched.
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WARNING!
Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked. Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured.
Second Row Bench Seating — If Equipped The second row seats may be used with either or both seatbacks folded forward for additional storage space. To fold the seat, remove any objects from in front of or on the seat. Then pull handle located on the seatback and push the seatback forward.
Seatback Release Handle
To raise the second row seat, lift up on the seatback and push rearward until the seatback is latched. Move the seatback forward to be sure the seatback is fully latched.
CAUTION!
Be sure there is nothing in front of the second row seat cushion before folding it down. Damage to the seat may occur.
Second Row Fold & Tumble Seats — If Equipped The second row seats can be folded and tumbled forward for easy access to the third seat or rear cargo area. To fold and tumble the seat, follow these steps: 1. Remove any obstructions from the floor in front of the seat. 2. Lower the head restraint to its full downward position and rotate the arm rest to the upright position. 3. Move the seat to the full rear position.
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4. Pull up on the seatback release lever located on the outboard side of the seat labeled “1” and fold the seatback down.
Seatback Release Lever
To assure the seatback is latched in the folded position, additional downward pressure on the seatback may be required when folding.
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5. Pull up on the release handle labeled “2” and lift firmly to tumble the seat fully forward. If the seat contacts the rear of the front seat, move the front seat forward.
To relatch the seat, tilt the seat rearward and push down firmly to engage the rear attachments. Then lift the seatback release lever labeled “1” and pull the seatback up to return it to its full upright position.
WARNING!
In a collision, you or others in your vehicle could be injured if seats are not properly latched to their floor attachments. Always be sure the seats are fully latched.
Third Row Easy Exit — If Equipped For passengers sitting in the third row seats, the second row seats can be folded and tumbled forward for easy exit.
Seat Release Handle
To fold and tumble the seat forward, follow these steps: 1. Pull up on the seatback release handle “1” located on the back of the seat to fold the seatback down.
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