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For additional comfort, pull the strap forward just enough to release the seatback latch. Then push the seatback to a reclined position, approximately 35 degrees maximum, and release the strap.

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TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the hood, two latches must be released. First pull the hood release lever located on the left kick panel.

WARNING!

• It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seri- ously injured or killed. • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts • Be sure that everyone in your vehicle is in a seat

and using a seat belt properly.

Primary Hood Latch

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Then move the safety catch located under the front edge of the hood, near the center and raise the hood.

Secondary Hood Latch Location

Lift the hood prop rod, clipped to the left side (right side facing hood) of the engine compartment, to secure the hood in the open position. Place the hood prop at the location stamped into the inner hood surface. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood until it is open approximately 8
in (20 cm) and then drop it. This should secure both latches. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.

WARNING!

If the hood is not fully latched it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision. You could have a collision. Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before driving.

LIGHTS

Map/Reading Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors above the rearview mirror. Each light is turned on by pressing the button. Press the button a second time to turn the light OFF. The lights also come on when a door is opened or the dimmer control is turned fully upward, past the second detent.

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NOTE: The lights will remain on until the switch is pressed a second time, so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the vehicle. They will not turn off automatically. Multifunction Control Lever The Multifunction Control Lever controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, turn signals, headlight beam selection, instrument panel light dimming, interior lights, the passing lights, and fog lights. The lever is located on the left side of the steering column.

Map/Reading Lights

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Headlights, Parking Lights and Instrument Panel Lights Turn the end of the Multifunction Control Lever to the first detent for parking light operation. Turn to the second detent for headlight operation.

To change the brightness of the instrument panel lights, rotate the center portion of the Multifunction Control Lever up or down.

Headlight Control

Dimmer Control

Lights-on Reminder If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition is turned OFF, a chime will sound to alert the driver when the driver’s door is opened. Fog Lights — If Equipped

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The front fog light switch is on the Multifunction Control Lever. To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking lights or the low beam headlights and pull out the end of the Multifunction Control Lever. NOTE: The fog lights will only operate with the head- lights on low beam. Selecting high beam headlights will turn off the fog lights.

Fog Light Control

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Turn Signals

Turn Signal Control

Move the Multifunction Control Lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights. You can signal a lane change by moving the Multifunction Control Lever partially up or down with- out moving beyond the detent. If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light bulb. If an indicator fails to light when the Multifunction Control Lever is moved, it would suggest that the fuse or indicator bulb is defective.

Highbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch

High Beam Control

Push the Multifunction Control Lever away from you to switch the headlights to HIGH beam. Push the Multi- function Control Lever away from you again to switch the headlights back to LOW beam.

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Passing Light You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the Multifunction Control Lever toward you. This will cause the headlights to turn on at high beam and remain on until the Multifunction Control Lever is released. If the Multifunction Control Lever is held in the NOTE: flash-to-pass position for more than 15 seconds, the high beams will shut off. If this occurs, wait 30 seconds for the next flash-to-pass operation.

Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If Equipped

Functionality The high beam lights will come on as Daytime Running Lights (DRL), at DRL intensity (lower), whenever the ignition is on, the engine is running, the headlight switch is off, the parking brake is off, the turn signal is off, and the shift lever is in any position except PARK.

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NOTE: On this vehicle, the DRLs will automatically turn off when the turn signals or hazard warning flashers are in operation and automatically turn back on when the turn signals or hazard warning flashers are not operating.

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS

The wipers and washers are operated by a switch on the Multifunction Control Lever. The Multi- function Control Lever is located on the right side

of the steering column. Windshield Washers To use the washer, pull the Multifunction Control Lever toward you and hold while spray is desired. If the Multifunction Control Lever is pulled while in the delay range, the wiper will operate on LOW speed for two wipe cycles after the lever is released, and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected.

If the Multifunction Control Lever is pulled while in the OFF position, the wipers will operate for two wipe cycles, then turn OFF.

Washer Control

Mist Feature Push down on the Multifunction Control Lever to acti- vate a single wipe to clear the windshield of road mist or spray from a passing vehicle. As long as the Multifunc- tion Control Lever is held down, the wipers will continue to operate.

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CAUTION!

In cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch and allow the wipers to return to the park position before turning off the engine. If the wiper switch is left on and the wipers freeze to the windshield, damage to the wiper motor may occur when the vehicle is restarted.

Mist Single Wipe Control

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Windshield Wiper Operation Turn the end of the handle to select the desired wiper speed.

Wiper Control

Intermittent Wiper System Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause be- tween cycles, desirable. Select the delay interval by turning the end of the lever. Rotate the knob upward (clockwise) to decrease the delay time and downward (counterclockwise) to increase the delay time. The delay can be regulated from a maximum of approximately 18
seconds between cycles to a cycle every second. Adding Washer Fluid The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer (if equipped) is shared. It is located in the front of the engine compartment on the passenger side and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer sol- vent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water.

TILT STEERING COLUMN To tilt the steering column, push down on the lever below the Multifunction Control Lever. With one hand firmly on the wheel, move the steering column up or down as desired. Push the lever back up to lock the column firmly in place.

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WARNING!

Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Without a stable steering col- umn, you could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. Adjust the column only while the ve- hicle is stopped. Be sure it is locked before driving.

Tilt Steering Control

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ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED When engaged, this device takes over the accelerator operation at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h). The speed control lever is located on the right side of the steering wheel.

To Activate Push the ON/OFF button. The CRUISE indicator in the instrument cluster will illuminate. To turn the system off, push the ON/OFF button a second time. The CRUISE indicator will turn off. The system should be turned OFF when not in use.

WARNING!

Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want. You could lose control and have an accident. Always leave the system OFF when you are not using it.

Speed Control Location

To Set At A Desired Speed When the vehicle has reached the desired speed, press down on the lever and release. Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed. NOTE: The vehicle should be traveling at a steady speed and on level ground before pressing the SET lever. To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal, pulling the speed control lever toward you CANCEL, or normal brake or clutch pressure while slowing the vehicle will deactivate speed control without erasing the set speed memory. Pressing the ON/OFF button or turning OFF the ignition switch erases the set speed memory. To Resume Speed To resume a previously set speed, push the RESUME ACCEL lever up and release. Resume can be used at any speed above 20 mph (32 km/h).

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To Vary The Speed Setting When the speed control is ON, speed can be increased by pushing up and holding RESUME ACCEL. Release the lever when the desired speed is reached, and the new speed will be set. Tapping RESUME ACCEL once will result in a 1 mph (1.6
km/h) speed increase. Each time the lever is tapped, speed increases, so that tapping the lever three times will increase speed by 3 mph (4.8 km/h), etc. To decrease speed while speed control is ON, push down and hold SET DECEL. Release the lever when the desired speed is reached, and the new speed will be set. Tapping the SET DECEL button once will result in a 1
mph (1.6 km/h) speed decrease. Each time the button is tapped, speed decreases.

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Manual Transaxle Depressing the clutch pedal will disengage the speed control. A slight increase in engine RPM before the speed control disengages is normal. Vehicles equipped with manual transaxles may need to be shifted into a lower gear to climb hills without speed loss.

WARNING!

Speed control can be dangerous where the system can’t maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control. An accident could be the result. Don’t use speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered, or slippery.

To Accelerate For Passing Depress the accelerator as you would normally. When the pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed. Using Speed Control On Hills NOTE: The speed control system maintains speed, up and down hills. A slight speed change on moderate hills is normal. On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it may be preferable to drive without speed control.

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) — IF EQUIPPED This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking conditions. The system controls hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lockup and help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking.

WARNING!

• The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions.

• The ABS cannot prevent accidents,

including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydroplan- ing. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents. • The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of others.

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ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle may be equipped with an optional ad- vanced electronic brake control system that includes Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Brake Assist System (BAS), Traction Control System (TCS), and Electronic Stability Program (ESP). All systems work together to enhance vehicle stability and control in various driving conditions and are commonly referred to as ESP. Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking conditions. The system controls hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lockup and help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking. Refer to “Anti-Lock Brake System” in this Section of the manual for more information about ABS.

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Brake Assist System (BAS) The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The system detects an emergency braking situation by sens- ing the rate and amount of brake application and then applies optimum pressure to the brakes. This can help reduce braking distances. The BAS complements the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). Applying the brakes very quickly results in the best BAS assistance. To receive the benefit of the system, you must apply continuous brak- ing pressure during the stopping sequence (do not “pump” the brakes). Do not reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer desired. Once the brake pedal is released, the BAS is deactivated.

WARNING!

• The Brake Assist System (BAS) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevail- ing road conditions.

• The BAS cannot prevent accidents,

including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydroplan- ing. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents. • The capabilities of a BAS-equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of others.

Traction Control System (TCS) This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of the driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, brake pressure is applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine power is reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and stability. A feature of the TCS system functions similar to a limited slip differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than the other, the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning. This feature remains active even if TCS and ESP are in the “Partial Off” mode. Refer to “Electronic Stability Pro- gram (ESP)” in this Section of this manual.

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Electronic Stability Program (ESP)

This system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESP cor- rects for over-steering or under-steering of the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the over-steering or under-steering condi- tion. Engine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain the desired path. ESP uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the vehicle path intended by the driver and compares it to the actual path of the vehicle. When the actual path does not match the intended path, ESP applies the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the over-steer or under-steer condition. • Over-steer - when the vehicle is turning more than • Under-steer - when the vehicle is turning less than

appropriate for the steering wheel position.

appropriate for the steering wheel position.

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ESP Indicator Light The “ESP Indicator Light” located in the instrument cluster, starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the ESP system becomes active. If the “ESP Indicator Light” begins to flash during acceleration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions.

WARNING!

• Electronic Stability Program (ESP) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions. • ESP cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents. • The capabilities of an ESP-equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of others.

ESP Operating Modes The ESP system has two available operating modes.

Full On This is the normal operating mode for ESP. Whenever the vehicle is started the ESP system will be in this “On” mode. This mode should be used for most driving situations. ESP should only be turned to “Partial Off” for specific reasons as noted below. Partial Off This mode is entered by momentarily depressing the ESP OFF switch. This mode is intended to be used if the vehicle is in deep snow, sand or gravel conditions and more wheel spin than ESP would normally allow is required to gain traction. To turn ESP on again, momentarily depress the ESP OFF switch. This will restore the normal “ESP On” mode of operation. NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “Partial Off”

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mode by pressing the ESP OFF switch. Once the situation requiring ESP to be switched to the “Partial Off” mode is overcome, turn ESP back on by momentarily depressing the ESP OFF switch. This may be done while the vehicle is in motion. ESP/BAS Warning Light and ESP Indicator Light The malfunction indicator for the ESP is combined with the BAS indicator. The yellow “ESP/BAS Warning Lamp” and the yellow “ESP Indicator Light” in the instrument cluster both come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. They should both go out with the engine running. If the “ESP/BAS Warning Lamp” comes on continuously with the engine running, a malfunction has been detected in either the ESP or BAS system, or both. If this light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles/kilometers at speeds greater than 30 mph (48
km/h), see your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected.

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NOTE: • The “ESP Indicator Light” and the “ESP/BAS Warning Light” come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON. • Each time the ignition is turned ON, the ESP System • The ESP Control System will make buzzing or clicking sounds when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop when ESP becomes inactive following the maneuver that caused the ESP activation.

will be ON even if it was turned off previously.

GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink威 replaces up to three remote controls (hand- held transmitters) that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting, or home security systems. The HomeLink威 unit operates off your vehicle’s battery.

The HomeLink威 buttons that are located in the headliner or sun visor designate the three different HomeLink威 channels.

HomeLink威 Buttons

NOTE: HomeLink威 is disabled when the Vehicle Secu- rity Alarm is active.

WARNING!

WARNING!

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Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the Universal Transceiver. Do not train the transceiver if people or pets are in the path of the door or gate. Only use this transceiver with a garage door opener that has a “stop and reverse” feature as required by Federal safety stan- dards. This includes most garage door opener models manufactured after 1982. Do not use a garage door opener without these safety features. Call toll-free 1–800–355–3515
at www.HomeLink.com for safety information or assistance.

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Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger- ous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage while training the transceiver. Exhaust gas can cause seri- ous injury or death.

Programming HomeLink姞

Before You Begin If you have not trained any of the HomeLink威 buttons, erase all channels before you begin training. To do this, press and hold the two outside buttons for 20
seconds until the red indicator flashes. It is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink威 for more efficient training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal.

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Your vehicle should be parked outside of the garage when programming. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. 2. Hold the battery side of the hand-held transmitter away from the HomeLink威 button you wish to program. Place the hand-held transmitter 1–3 in (3-8 cm) away from the HomeLink威 button you wish to program while keeping the indicator light in view. 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the chosen HomeLink威 button and the hand-held transmitter button until the HomeLink威 indicator changes from a slow to a rapidly blinking light, then release both the HomeLink威 and hand-held transmitter buttons. Watch for the HomeLink威 indicator to change flash rates. When it changes, it is programmed. It may take up to 30
seconds, or longer in rare cases. The garage door may open and close while you train.

NOTE: • Some gate operators and garage door openers may require you to replace Step 3 with procedures noted in the “Gate Operator/Canadian Programming” section. • After training a HomeLink威 channel, if the garage door does not operate with HomeLink威 and the ga- rage door opener was manufactured after 1995, the garage door opener may have a rolling code. If so, proceed to the heading “Programming A Rolling Code System.”

4. Press and hold the just-trained HomeLink威 button and observe the indicator light. If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming is complete and the garage door (or device) should activate when the HomeLink威 button is pressed.

If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds, and then turns to a constant light, continue with program- ming for a Rolling Code. 5. PROGRAMMING A ROLLING CODE SYSTEM At the garage door opener motor (in the garage), locate the “Learn” or “Training” button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the garage door opener motor (it is NOT the button normally used to open and close the door).

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2 — Training Button

1 — Garage Door Opener 6. Firmly press and release the “Learn” or “Training” button. The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer.

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NOTE: There are 30 seconds in which to initiate the next step after the “Learn” button has been pressed. 7. Return to the vehicle and press the programmed HomeLink威 button twice (holding the button for two seconds each time). If the device is plugged in and activates, programming is complete. If the device does not activate, press the button a third time (for two seconds) to complete the training. If you have any problems, or require assistance, please call toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet at www.HomeLink.com for information or assistance. To program the remaining two HomeLink威 buttons, repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT erase the channels.

Gate Operator/Canadian Programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter sig- nals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of transmission – which may not be long enough for HomeLink威 to pick up the signal during programming. Similar to this Canadian law, some U.S. gate operators are designed to “time-out” in the same manner. It may be helpful to unplug the device during the cycling process to prevent possible overheating of the garage door or gate motor. If you are having difficulties programming a garage door opener or a gate operator, replace “Programming HomeLink威” Step 3 with the following: 3. Continue to press and hold the HomeLink威 button while you press and release - every two seconds (“cycle”) your hand-held transmitter until HomeLink威

has successfully accepted the frequency signal. The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly when fully trained. If you unplugged the device for training, plug it back in at this time. Then proceed with Step 4 under “Programming HomeLink威” earlier in this section. Using HomeLink姞 To operate, simply press and release the programmed HomeLink威 button. Activation will now occur for the trained device (i.e., garage door opener, gate operator, Security system, entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc. The hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time.

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that has been previously

Reprogramming A Single HomeLink姞 Button To re-program a channel trained, follow these steps: 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. 2. Press and hold the desired HomeLink威 button until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do not release the button. 3. Without releasing the button, proceed with Program- ming Homelink威 Step 2 and follow all remaining steps. Security It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn in your vehicle. To do this, press and hold the two outside buttons for 20
seconds until the red indicator flashes. Note that all channels will be erased. Individual channels cannot be erased.

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The HomeLink威 Universal Transceiver is disabled when the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. Troubleshooting Tips If you are having trouble programming HomeLink威, here are some of the most common solutions: • Replace the battery in the original transmitter. • Press the “Learn” button on the Garage Door Opener • Did you unplug the device for training, and remember

to complete the training for a Rolling Code.

to plug it back in?

If you have any problems, or require assistance, please call toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet at www.HomeLink.com for information or assistance.

General Information This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference 2. This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation NOTE: The transmitter has been tested and it complies with FCC and IC rules. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compli- ance could void the user’s authority to operate the device. The term IC before the certification/registration number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifica- tions were met.

POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED The power sunroof switch is located in the reading light.

Power Sunroof Switch

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WARNING!

• Never leave unattended children in a vehicle, with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particu- larly unattended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death. • In an accident, there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could also be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured too. • Do not allow small children to operate the sun- roof. Never allow fingers or other body parts, or any object to project through the sunroof opening. Injury may result.

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Opening Sunroof — Manual To open the sunroof, press and hold the switch rearward to full open. Any release of the switch will stop the movement, and the sunroof will remain in a partial open condition until the switch is pushed and held rearward again. Opening Sunroof — Express Mode By pressing the switch rearward and releasing, the sun- roof will fully open from any position and stop at the end of travel automatically. This is called Express Open. During Express Open, any activation of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof. Closing Sunroof — Manual To close the sunroof, press and hold the switch in the forward position. Again, any release of the switch will stop the movement and the sunroof will remain in a partial close condition until the switch is pushed and

held forward again. To ensure the sunroof is fully closed, press and hold the switch until the sunroof has com- pletely stopped moving. Closing Sunroof — Express Mode By pressing the switch forward and releasing, the sunroof will fully close from any position and stop at the end of travel automatically. This is called Express Close. During Express Close, any activation of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof. Pinch Protect Feature This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the sunroof during Express Close operation. If an ob- struction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the sunroof will automatically retract. Next, press the switch forward and release, to Express Close.

Pinch Protect Override If a known obstruction (ice, debris, etc.) prevents closing, press the switch forward and hold it for two seconds after the reversal occurs. This allows the sunroof to move toward the close position. NOTE: Pinch protection is disabled while the switch is pressed. Venting Sunroof — Express Press and release the “V” button, and the sunroof will open to the vent position. This is called Express Vent, and will occur regardless of the sunroof position. During Express Vent operation, any movement of the switch will stop the sunroof.

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Sunshade Operation The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens. NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open. Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window.

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Sunroof Maintenance Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel. Ignition Off Operation

The sunroof will also operate up to 45 seconds after the ignition has been turned OFF. The sunroof operation will be canceled if either of the front doors are opened during the accessory delay time or set accessory delay time.

ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS There is a standard 12 Volt power outlet in the instrument panel and a 115 Volt (150 Watts maximum) outlet in the center console on SXT and R/T models for added con- venience. These outlets can power cell phones, electron- ics and other low power devices.

NOTE: Due to overload protection, the inverter will shut down if the power rating is exceeded.

WARNING!

To Avoid Serious Injury or Death: • Do not use a Three-Prong Adapter. • Do not insert any objects into the receptacles. • Do not touch with wet hands. • Close the lid when not in use and while driving • If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an

the vehicle

electric shock and failure.

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Power Outlet 12 Volts

Power Outlet — 115 Volts (150 Watts)

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Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off

CONSOLE FEATURES

CAUTION!

• Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent engine starting. • Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the battery even more quickly. Only use these inter- mittently and with great caution. • After the use of high power draw accessories, or long periods of the vehicle not being started (with accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the generator to recharge the vehicle’s battery.

WARNING!

Do not operate this vehicle with the console compart- ment lid in the open position. Cell phones, music players, and other hand-held electronic devices should be stowed while driving. Use of these devices while driving can cause an accident due to distrac- tion, resulting in death or injury.

The floor console’s sliding arm rest moves forward three inches to accommodate shorter drivers. The arm rest lid also includes a unique flip pocket for holding or stowing a phone or an MP3 player. The bin inside the console can hold up to 10 CD jewel cases or other items securely out of sight.

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NOTE: The flip pocket and console lid features are intended to be used in the upright or open position only while the vehicle is parked. While driving, all hand-held devices should be properly stowed, and the flip pocket and the console lid should be closed.

CARGO AREA FEATURES

Cargo Light/Removable Self-Recharging Flashlight – If Equipped The dual-function light is mounted in the headliner above the cargo area to illuminate the cargo area, and part of it snaps out of the bezel to serve as a flashlight when needed. The flashlight features two bright LED light bulbs and is powered by rechargeable lithium batteries that recharge when snapped back into place for convenience.

Floor Console

A 115 Volt outlet to power small electronics is on the console and is standard on all models except the SE model. For more information on this outlet, refer to the “Electrical Power Outlets” section in this book.

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To operate the flashlight, press the switch once for high, twice for low, and a third time to return to off.

Press And Release

Removing Flashlight

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Tonneau Cover — If Equipped The cargo area trim panels include two notches for mounting the available tonneau cover that accommo- dates the reclining rear seat.

WARNING!

In an accident a cargo cover loose in the vehicle could cause injury. It could fly around in a sudden stop and strike someone in the vehicle. Do not store the cargo cover on the cargo floor or in the passenger compart- ment. Remove the cover from the vehicle when taken from its mounting. Do not store in the vehicle.

Three-Press Switch

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Removable Load Floor The cargo area load floor is removable and can be washed with mild soap and water.

Cargo Tie-Down Loops There are two D-rings installed on the D-pillars for securing a net across the liftgate opening.

WARNING!

• Cargo tie-down loops are not safe anchors for a child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or collision a loop could pull loose and allow the child seat to come loose. A child could be badly injured. Use only the anchors provided for child seat tethers. • The weight and position of cargo and passengers can change the vehicle center of gravity and ve- hicle handling. To avoid loss of control resulting in personal injury, follow these guidelines for loading your vehicle:

Rear Cargo Area

• Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put heavier objects as low and as far forward as possible. • Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear axle. Too much weight or improperly placed weight over or behind the rear axle can cause the rear of the vehicle to sway. • Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of the seatback. This could impair visibility or become a dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or collision.

WARNING!

To help protect against personal injury, passengers should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The rear cargo space is intended for load carrying purposes only, not for passengers, who should sit in seats and use seat belts.

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Fold Down Speakers – If Equipped When the liftgate is open, the speakers can swing down off the trim panel to face rearward, for tailgating and other activities.

Fold-Down Speakers

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REAR WINDOW FEATURES

Rear Window Wiper/Washer A switch on the right side of the steering column controls operation of the rear wiper/washer function. Rotating the center of the switch forward to the ON position will activate the wiper. The rear wiper operates in an inter- mittent mode only. Rotating the center of the switch all the way forward will turn on the wash function. The wash pump will continue to operate as long as the button is pressed. Upon release, the wipers will cycle two times before returning to the set position.

Rear Washer Wiper Control

If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned OFF, the wiper will automatically return to the “Park” position if power accessory delay is active. Power acces- sory delay can be cancelled by opening the door; if this happens, the rear wiper will stop at its current position and will not go to “Park”.

Adding Washer Fluid The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer (if equipped) is shared. It is located in the front of the engine compartment on the passenger side and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer sol- vent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water. Rear Window Defroster

The push-button is located on the bottom right side of the blower control knob. Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster. An amber light shows that the defroster is on.

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The defroster will automatically turn off after approxi- mately ten minutes. For an additional five minutes of operation, press the switch again. To prevent excessive battery drain, use the defroster only when the engine is operating.

CAUTION!

Use care when washing the inside of the rear window to prevent damage to heating elements. Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heating elements. Also, keep all objects a safe distance from the window to prevent damaging the heating elements.

ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED An optional authorized-dealer installed roof rack with cross rails is available through Mopar威 for added cargo versatility.

To operate the beverage cooler, pull the slide control about 1/2 in (12 mm) toward the passenger compartment. This will allow cool air to enter the beverage cooler. To shut off the beverage cooler when not in use, push the slide control back 1/2 in (12 mm). This will prevent cool air from entering the passenger compartment when in heat mode.

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COOLED BEVERAGE STORAGE BIN/GLOVE COMPARTMENT — IF EQUIPPED

NOTE: The use of the Cooled Beverage Storage Bin is for non-perishable beverages only. The upper storage bin door swings upward to present the contents of the long shallow bin that can store items out of sight. Beneath this bin is the glove compartment. The large glove compartment door swings downward on dampened hinges and features two levels of storage. The upper bin functions as a Cooled Beverage Storage Bin, for vehicles equipped with air conditioning, for storing up to four 20-oz (0.6 L) bottles or cans. When desired, cool air enters the compartment to keep the contents cool, de- pending on ambient temperature and A/C settings.

Glove Compartment And Cooled Beverage Storage

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Positioning Slide Control

Slide Control Movement

Vehicles without air conditioning can use that space for storage. The lower bin holds the Owner’s Manual and other important documents. Another storage bin is lo- cated on the outboard side of the steering wheel and can hold small items like parking cards for easy access.

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CONTENTS

䡵 Instrument Panel Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
䡵 Instrument Cluster — Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
䡵 Instrument Cluster — Premium . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
䡵 Instrument Cluster Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
䡵 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) —

If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
▫ Oil Change Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
▫ EVIC Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
▫ Compass/Temperature/Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . 178

▫ Average Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
▫ Distance To Empty (DTE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
▫ Elapsed Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
▫ Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
▫ Personal Settings (Customer Programmable

Features)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179

䡵 Setting The Compass Variance And Compass

Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
▫ Compass Variance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
▫ Compass Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

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䡵 Radio General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
▫ Radio Broadcast Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
▫ Two Types Of Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
▫ Electrical Disturbances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
▫ AM Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
▫ FM Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
䡵 Electronic Digital Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
▫ Clock Setting Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187

䡵 Sales Code REF — AM/FM/CD (Single Disc)

Radio With Optional Satellite Radio And Hands Free Phone Capability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
▫ Operating Instructions - Radio Mode . . . . . . . 188
▫ Operating Instructions - CD Mode . . . . . . . . . 191
▫ Operating Instructions - Auxiliary Mode . . . . . 193

▫ Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone —

If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194

▫ Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio — If

Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195

䡵 Sales Code RAK – AM/FM/Cassette/CD (6-Disc) Radio With Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free Phone, Video, MP3, And WMA Capabilities . . . . 195
▫ Operating Instructions - Radio Mode . . . . . . . 195
▫ Operating Instructions — Tape Player . . . . . . . 200
▫ Seek Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
▫ Fast Forward (FF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
▫ Rewind (RW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
▫ Tape Eject . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
▫ Scan Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201

▫ Changing Tape Direction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
▫ Metal Tape Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
▫ Pinch Roller Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
▫ Noise Reduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
▫ Operating Instructions - (CD Mode For CD

Audio Play)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201

▫ Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For CD Audio

Play)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 205

▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files ▫ Operating Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3

And WMA Audio Play) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207

▫ Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For MP3 And

WMA Play)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207

䡵 Sales Code REC — AM/FM/CD (6–Disc) Radio

With Navigation System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210

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▫ Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio —

If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
▫ REC Setting The Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
䡵 Satellite Radio — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
▫ System Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
▫ Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification

Number (ESN/SID) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213

▫ Selecting Satellite Mode In REF, RAQ, And

RAK Radios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
. . . . . . 215

▫ Selecting A Channel ▫ Storing And Selecting Preset Channels ▫ Using The PTY (Program Type) Button — If

Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
▫ PTY Button Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215

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▫ PTY Button Seek . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
▫ Satellite Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
▫ Reception Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
䡵 Remote Sound System Controls — If Equipped . . 217
▫ Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
▫ CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218

䡵 CD/DVD Disc Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
䡵 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones . . . . . . . . 219
䡵 Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
▫ Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
▫ Air Filtration System – If Equipped . . . . . . . . 224
▫ Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS

1. Fuel Gauge

When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the pointer will show the level of fuel remaining in the fuel tank.

2. Fuel Door Indicator This indicates that the Fuel Filler Door is located on the left side of the vehicle. 3. Temperature Gauge

The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tem- perature. Any reading below the red area of the gauge shows that the engine cooling system is operating properly. The gauge pointer may show a higher than normal temperature when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, in heavy stop and go traffic, or when towing a trailer.

If the pointer rises to the H (red) mark, the instrument cluster will sound a chime. Pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on the H (red) mark, turn the engine off immediately and call for service. There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition. If your air conditioning is on, turn it off. The air conditioning system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning off the A/C removes this heat. You can also turn the Temperature control to maximum heat, the Mode control to Floor and the Fan control to High. This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system. 4. Speedometer Indicates vehicle speed.

5. Tachometer The white area of the scale shows the permissible engine revolutions-per-minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear range. Before reaching the red area, ease up on the accelerator to prevent engine damage. 6. Low Fuel Light

When the fuel level drops to two gallons, the fuel symbol will light and a single chime will sound.

7. Charging System Light

This light shows the status of the electrical charg- ing system. The light should come on when the ignition switch is first turned ON and remain on briefly as a bulb check. If the Charging System light remains on, or comes on while driving, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging system. Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. See your authorized dealer.

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8. Airbag Light

The light comes on and remains on for six to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON. If the light does not come on during starting, stays on, or comes on while driving, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. 9. Theft Alarm Light — If Equipped This light will flash rapidly for several seconds when the alarm system is arming. The light will begin to flash slowly indicating that the system is armed. 10. Seat Belt Reminder Light

When the ignition switch is first turned ON, this light will come on for about six seconds. A chime will sound if you have not pulled the shoulder belt out of the retractor. This is a reminder to “buckle up”. If you do not buckle up, the light will remain on.

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11. Oil Pressure Light

Shows low engine oil pressure. The light will come on and remain on when the ignition switch is turned from the OFF to the ON position, and the light will turn off after the engine is started. If the bulb does not come on during starting, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. If the light comes on and remains on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine. DO NOT OPERATE THE VEHICLE UNTIL THE CAUSE IS CORRECTED. The light does not show the quantity of oil in the engine. Refer to “Checking Engine Oil Level” under “Mainte- nance Procedures” in Section 7. 12. Engine Temperature Warning Light

This light warns of an overheated engine condi- tion. If the engine is critically hot, a warning chime will sound 10 times. After the chime turns off, the engine will still be critically hot until the light goes out.

Refer to “Temperature Gauge” in this Section for steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition. 13. Transmission Range Indicator This display indicator shows the automatic transmission gear selection. 14. Tire Pressure Monitor Light — If Equipped

Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.) As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)

that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accord- ingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a signifi- cantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the

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system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subse- quent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the sys- tem may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replace- ment or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.

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CAUTION!

The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system opera- tion or sensor damage may result when using re- placement equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause sensor damage. Do not use aftermarket tire sealants or balance beads if your vehicle is equipped with a TPMS, as damage to the sensors may result.

15. Odometer/Trip Odometer This display indicates the total distance the vehicle has been driven. Also, the cluster will display, replacing the odometer/trip odometer, vehicle warning messages such as: “door/gate ajar” and “gASCAP” (loose gas cap) and

“Change Oil” message. Loose gas cap (gASCAP) will be displayed from the Odometer/Trip Odometer on all models. If the vehicle is equipped with the optional NOTE: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) in the in- strument cluster, all warnings including “door” and “gATE” and “Oil Change Required” will only be dis- played in the EVIC display. For additional information, refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center — If Equipped” in Section 3. Change Oil Message Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. The “Change Oil” message will flash in the instrument cluster odometer for approximately 12
seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change

indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon your personal driving style. Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the Trip Odometer button on the instrument cluster. To reset the oil change indicator system (after performing the scheduled maintenance), refer to the following procedure:

1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Do not start the engine. 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three times within 10 seconds. 3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position.

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If the indicator message illuminates when you NOTE: start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure. 16. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)

This light is part of an Onboard Diagnostic system called OBD II that monitors emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control sys- tems. The light will illuminate when the key is in the ON/RUN position before engine start. If the bulb does not come on when turning the key from OFF to ON/ RUN, have the condition checked promptly. Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality, etc. may illuminate the light after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several of your typical driving cycles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing.

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If the MIL flashes when the engine is running, serious conditions may exist that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. The vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible if this occurs. 17. Cruise Indicator — If Equipped

This indicator shows that the Speed Control system is ON.

18. Odometer/Trip Odometer Reset Knob Press this button to change the display from odometer to either of the two trip odometer settings. Trip A or Trip B will appear when in the trip odometer mode. Push in and hold the button for two seconds to reset the trip odometer to 0 mi (0 km). The odometer must be in Trip mode to reset.

19. Electronic Throttle Control Indicator Light

This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control system. If a prob- lem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing; however, see your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible. If the light is flashing when the engine is running, you may experience power loss, an elevated/rough idle, and increased brake pedal effort, and your vehicle may require towing. Immediate service is required. The light will come on when the ignition switch is first turned on and remain on briefly as a bulb check. This is normal. If the light does not come on during starting, have the system checked by an authorized dealer.

20. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light/Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator Light — If Equipped

If this indicator light flashes during accelera- tion, apply as little throttle as possible. While driving, ease up on the accelerator. Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road con- ditions, and do not switch off the ESP, or TCS — if equipped. 21. Turn Signal Indicators

The arrows will flash in unison with the exterior turn signal when using the turn signal lever.

22. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped

This light shows when the front fog lights are ON.

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23. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light The malfunction light for the ESP is combined with BAS. The yellow “ESP/BAS Warning Light” comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. They should go out with the engine running. If the “ESP/BAS Warning Light” comes on continuously with the engine running, a malfunction has been detected in either the ESP or the BAS system. If this light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles/ kilometers at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 24. All-Wheel Drive Failure Indicator Light

This light monitors the All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system. The light will come on for a bulb check when the ignition key is turned to the ON position, and may stay on for as long as three seconds.

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When lit solid: There is an AWD system fault. AWD performance will be at a reduced level. Service the AWD system soon. When blinking: The AWD system is temporarily dis- abled due to overload condition. 25. Anti-Lock Warning Light (ABS) — If Equipped

This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) described elsewhere in this manual. This light will come on when the ignition key is turned to the ON position and may stay on for

as long as four seconds. If the ABS light remains on or comes on during driving, it indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and that service is require; however, the conventional brake system will continue to operate normally provided that the BRAKE warning light is not on.

If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefit of Anti-Lock Brakes. The warning light should be checked frequently to assure that it is operating properly. Turn the ignition key to the ON position, but do not start the vehicle. The light should come on. If the light does not come on, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. 26. High Beam Indicator

This light shows that the headlights are on high beam. Push the turn signal lever away from the steering wheel to switch the headlights from high or low beam. 27. Brake System Warning Light

This light monitors various brake functions, in- cluding brake fluid level and parking brake appli- cation. If the brake light turns on, it may indicate that the

parking brake is applied, there is a low brake fluid level or there is a problem with the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system. Failure of either half of the dual brake system is indicated by the Brake System Warning Light which will turn on when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has dropped below a specified level. The Brake System Warning Light will remain on until the cause is corrected. NOTE: The Brake System Warning Light may flash momentarily during sharp cornering maneuvers which change fluid level conditions. The vehicle should have service performed, and the brake fluid level checked. If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is neces- sary.

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WARNING!

Driving a vehicle with the Brake System Warning Light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have an accident. Have the vehicle checked immediately.

Vehicles equipped with ABS, are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD). In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair to the ABS system is required. The operation of the Brake System Warning Light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the ON position. The light should illuminate for approximately two seconds. The light should then

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turn off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected. If the light does not illuminate, have the light inspected by an authorized dealer. The Brake System Warning Light will also turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the ON position. NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is applied. It does not show the degree of brake application. 28. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Button — If Equipped Pushing this button will switch between the different EVIC functions.

29. Electronic Vehicle Information Center Display — If Equipped When the appropriate conditions exist, this display shows the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) messages. 30. Transmission Over Temp Light — If Equipped

During sustained high speed driving on hot days, the automatic transaxle oil may become too hot. If this happens, the transmission over- heat indicator light will come on and the vehicle will slow slightly until the automatic transaxle cools down enough to allow a return to the requested speed. If the high speed is maintained, the overheating will reoccur as before in a cyclic fashion.

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EVIC Location

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The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- tures a driver-interactive display. It is located in the lower left part of the cluster below the fuel and engine tem- perature gauge. The EVIC consists of the following: • System Status • Vehicle information warning message displays • Personal settings (customer programmable features) • Compass heading • Outside temperature display • Trip computer functions • UConnect威 hands-free communication system dis- plays — If equipped • Audio mode display • Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)

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When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays the following messages. • Turn Signal On (with a continuous warning chime) • Left Front Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime) • Left Rear Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime) • Right Front Turn Signal Light Out (with a single • Right Rear Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime) • RKE Battery Low (with a single chime) • Personal Settings Not Available – Vehicle Not in Park (automatic transmissions) or vehicle is in motion (manual transmissions). • Left/Right Front Door Ajar (one or more, with a single

chime)

chime if speed is above 1 mph (1 km/h)

motion)

chime if speed is above 1 mph (1 km/h)

• Left/Right Rear Door Ajar (one or more, with a single • Door(s) Ajar (with a single chime if vehicle is in • Gate Ajar (with a single chime) • Headlights On • Key In Ignition • Check TPM System • Oil Change Required Oil Change Required Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. The “Change Oil” message will flash in the instrument cluster odometer for approximately 12
seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change

indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon your personal driving style. Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the Trip Odometer button on the instrument cluster. To reset the oil change indicator system (after performing the scheduled maintenance), refer to the following procedure. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (do not start the engine). 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three times within 10 seconds. 3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position.

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If the indicator message illuminates when you NOTE: start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure. EVIC Functions

EVIC Button

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Press the EVIC button until one of the following func- tions are displayed on the EVIC: • Compass/Temperature/Audio • Average Fuel Economy • Distance To Empty (DTE) • Elapsed Time • Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) • Personal Settings To Reset The Display Pressing and holding the EVIC button once will clear the function currently being displayed. Reset will only occur if a resettable function is currently being displayed. To reset all resettable functions, press and release the EVIC button a second time within three seconds of resetting the currently displayed function (reset ALL will be displayed during this three second window).

Compass/Temperature/Audio

Press and release the EVIC button to display one of eight compass headings to indicate the direction the vehicle is facing, the outside temperature and the current radio station. For additional information regarding the compass, refer to “Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Fea- tures)” in this section. Average Fuel Economy Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. When the fuel economy is reset, the display will read “RESET” or show dashes for two seconds. Then, the history information will be erased, and the averaging will continue from the last fuel reading before the reset.

Distance To Empty (DTE) Shows the estimated distance that can be travelled with the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel tank level. This is not resettable. NOTE: Significant changes in driving style or vehicle loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of the vehicle, regardless of the DTE displayed value. When the DTE value is less than 30 mi (48 km) estimated driving distance, the DTE display will change to a text display of ⬙LOW FUEL⬙. This display will continue until the vehicle runs out of fuel. Adding a significant amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the ⬙LOW FUEL⬙ text and a new DTE value will be displayed, based on the current values in the DTE calculation and the current fuel tank level.

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Elapsed Time Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset when the ignition switch is in the ACC position. Elapsed time will increment when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position. Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) Refer to “Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” under “Starting and Operating” in Section 5. Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features) This allows the driver to set and recall features when the transmission is in PARK (automatic transmission) or the vehicle is stopped (manual transmissions). Press and release the EVIC button until “Personal Set- tings” is displayed in the EVIC.

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Use the EVIC button to display one of the following choices: Language When in this display you may select different languages for all display nomenclature, including the trip functions. Pressing the EVIC button while in this display selects English, Espanol, or Francais depending on availability. As you continue, the displayed information will be shown in the selected language. NOTE: UConnect威 language will not change using the EVIC. Please refer to “Language Selection” under (UConnect威) — IF “Hands–Free Communication EQUIPPED” in Section 3. Lock Doors Automatically at 15 MPH (24 km/h) When ON is selected, all doors lock automatically when the speed of the vehicle reaches 15 mph (24 km/h). Press and hold the EVIC button when in this display until “ON” or “OFF” appears to make your selection.

Auto Unlock On Exit When ON is selected all the vehicle’s doors will unlock when the driver’s door is opened if the vehicle is stopped (manual transmissions) or the vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in PARK or NEUTRAL position (auto- matic transmissions). Press and hold the EVIC button when in this display until “ON” or “OFF” appears to make your selection. Remote Unlock Driver’s Door 1st When DRIVER’S DOOR 1ST is selected only the driv- er’s door will unlock on the first press of the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter UNLOCK button and require a second press to unlock the remaining locked doors. When REMOTE UNLOCK ALL DOORS is se- lected, all of the doors will unlock at the first press of the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button. Press and hold the EVIC button when in this display until “DRIVER’S DOOR 1ST” or “ALL DOORS” appears to make your selection.

Sound Horn with Remote Key Lock When ON is selected, a short horn sound will occur when the RKE transmitter LOCK button is pressed. This feature may be selected with or without the flash lights on lock/unlock feature. Press and hold the EVIC button when in this display until “ON” or “OFF” appears to make your selection. Flash Lights with Remote Key Lock When ON is selected, the front and rear turn signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked using the RKE transmitter. This feature may be selected with or without the sound horn on lock feature selected. Press and hold the EVIC button when in this display until “ON” or “OFF” appears to make your selection. Delay Turning Headlights Off When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds

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when exiting the vehicle. Press and hold the EVIC button when in this display until 0, 30, 60, or 90 appears to make your selection. Headlights On With Wipers (Available with Auto Headlights Only) When ON is selected and the headlight switch is in the AUTO position, the headlights will turn on approxi- mately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on. The headlights will also turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this feature. Press and hold the EVIC button when in this display until “ON” or “OFF” appears to make your selection. NOTE: Turning the headlights on during the daytime causes the instrument panel lights to dim. To increase the brightness, refer to “Headlights, Parking Lights, Instru- ment Panel Lights” under “Lights” in this section.

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Delay Power Off to Accessories Until Exit When this feature is selected, the power window switches, radio, hands–free system, power sunroof, and power outlets will remain active for up to 60 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned off. Opening a vehicle door will cancel this feature. Press and hold the EVIC button when in this display until “OFF”, “45 sec.”, “5 min.”, or “10 min.” appears to make your selection. Turn Headlights on with Remote Key Unlock When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked using the RKE transmitter. Press and hold the EVIC button when in this display until “OFF”, “30 sec.”, “60 sec.”, or “90 sec.” appears to make your selection.

Confirmation of Voice Commands — If Equipped When ON is selected all voice commands from the UConnect威 system are confirmed. Press and hold the EVIC button when in this display until “ON” or “OFF” appears to make your selection. Display English or Metric The EVIC, odometer, and navigation system units can be changed between English and Metric. Press and hold the EVIC button when in this display until “US” or “METRIC” appears to make your selection.

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Setting The Compass Variance And Compass Calibration

Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between magnetic North and geographic North. In some areas of the country, the difference between magnetic and geographic North is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings. In order to ensure compass accuracy, the com- pass variance should be set to the zone number on the compass variance map that corresponds to the current location of the vehicle. NOTE: Magnetic materials should be kept away from the Instrument Panel. This is where the compass sensor is located.

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the

Settings

“Personal

To Set the Variance: with the ignition in the ON position, with a short button press (less than one second) press and release the EVIC button several times until you have displayed (Customer- Programmable Features)” menu. Once in the “Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” menu, press and release (less than one second) the EVIC button several times until “Compass Variance” is highlighted. The “Compass Variance” message and the current vari- ance zone number will be displayed. To change the zone, press and hold (longer than two seconds) the EVIC button to increment the variance one step. Repeat as necessary, with individual long (for at least one second) EVIC button presses for each increment, until the desired variance is achieved. To exit the Variance Programming, press the EVIC button with a short (less than one second) button press.

NOTE: The factory default Zone is 8. During program- ming, the Zone value will wrap around from Zone 15 to Zone 1. Compass Calibration The Compass will automatically calibrate if the Cal indicator is flashing, by driving around slowly (under 5
mph/8 km/h) in one or more complete circles in an area free from large metallic objects or power lines, until the Cal indicator turns off. If during normal use the compass appears erratic, inaccurate or abnormal, you may wish to manually calibrate the compass. Prior to calibrating the compass, make sure the proper zone is selected. To Manually Calibrate the Compass: start the engine and leave the transmission in the PARK position. Using a quick button press (less than one second), press and release the EVIC button several times until the EVIC displays (Customer- Programmable Features)” menu. Once in the “Personal

“Personal

Settings

the

Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” menu, press and release (less than one second) the EVIC button several times until “Calibrate Compass (Yes)” is dis- played. Using a long button press (more than one sec- ond), pressing the EVIC button will place the Compass in calibration mode. The CAL indicator will come on con- tinuously in the EVIC display to indicate that the com- pass is now in the calibration mode and that the vehicle can now be driven to calibrate. A short EVIC button press from the ⬙Calibrate Compass (Yes)⬙ screen will exit the EVIC Customer-Programmable Features, and return it to its normal operating mode. To complete the compass calibration, drive the vehicle in one or more complete 360
degree circles under 5 mph (8 km/h) in an area free from power lines and large metallic objects, until the “CAL” indicator turns off. The compass will now function normally.

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RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION

Radio Broadcast Signals The radio will provide excellent reception under most operating conditions. Like any system, however, automo- tive radios have performance limitations, due to mobile operation and natural phenomena, which might lead you to believe your sound system is malfunctioning. To help you understand and save you concern about these “ap- parent” malfunctions, you must understand a point or two about the transmission and reception of radio sig- nals. Two Types of Signals There are two basic types of radio signals: AM or Amplitude Modulation, in which the transmitted sound causes the amplitude, or height, of the radio waves to vary; and FM or Frequency Modulation, in which the frequency of the wave is varied to carry the sound.

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Electrical Disturbances Radio waves may pick up electrical disturbances during transmission. They mainly affect the wave amplitude, and thus remain a part of the AM reception. They interfere very little with the frequency variations that carry the FM signal. AM Reception AM sound is based on wave amplitude, so AM reception can be disrupted by such things as lightning, power lines and neon signs. FM Reception Because FM transmission is based on frequency varia- tions, interference that consists of amplitude variations can be filtered out, leaving the reception relatively clear, which is the major feature of FM radio. NOTE: The radio, steering wheel radio controls (if equipped), and six-disc CD/DVD changer (if equipped)

will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned OFF. Opening a vehicle front door will cancel this feature.

ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK The clock and radio each use the display panel built into the radio. A digital readout shows the frequency and/or time in hours and minutes (depending on your radio model), whenever the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC position. When the ignition switch is in the OFF position, or when the radio frequency is being displayed, timekeeping is accurately maintained. On the AM/FM/CD (6-disc) radio, the time button alternates the location of the time and frequency on the display. On the AM/FM/CD (single-disc) radio, only one of the two, time or frequency, is displayed.

Clock Setting Procedure

1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. 2. Adjust the hours by turning the TUNE/AUDIO con- trol knob. 3. After the hours are adjusted, push the TUNE/AUDIO control knob to set the minutes. 4. Adjust the minutes by turning the TUNE/AUDIO control knob. 5. To exit, press any button/knob, or wait approximately five seconds.

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SALES CODE REF — AM/FM/CD (SINGLE DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL SATELLITE RADIO AND HANDS FREE PHONE CAPABILITY

NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of your radio faceplate.

REF Radio

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Operating Instructions - Radio Mode

NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio ON. Press the ON/VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio. Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously (360
degrees) in either direction without stopping. Turning the volume control to the right increases the volume and to the left decreases it. When the audio system is turned on, the sound will be set at the same volume level as last played. For your convenience, the volume can be turned down, but not up, when the audio system is off and the ignition is ON.

Mode Button (Radio Mode) Press the MODE button repeatedly to select between the CD player and Satellite Radio (if equipped). SEEK Button (Radio Mode) Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next listenable station in either AM/FM or Satellite (if equipped) mode. Press the right side of the button to seek up and the left side to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selec- tion. Holding the button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it. MUTE Button (Radio Mode) Press the MUTE button to cancel the sound from the speakers. MUTE will display. Press the MUTE button a second time and the sound from the speakers will return. Rotating the volume control, turning the radio ON/OFF, or turning ON/OFF the ignition, will cancel the MUTE feature.

In Hands-Free Phone (if equipped) mode, the

NOTE: MUTE button mutes the microphone. SCAN Button (Radio Mode) Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next listenable station in either, AM, FM, or Satellite (if equipped) frequencies, pausing for five seconds at each listenable station before continuing to the next. To stop the search, press SCAN a second time. PSCAN Button (Radio Mode) Pressing the PSCAN button causes the tuner to scan through preset stations in either, AM, FM, or Satellite (if equipped) frequencies, pausing for five seconds at each preset station before continuing to the next. To stop the search, press PSCAN a second time. TIME Button Press the TIME button and the time of day will display for five seconds.

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Clock Setting Procedure 1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. 2. Adjust the hours by turning the TUNE/AUDIO con- trol. 3. After the hours are adjusted, press the TUNE/AUDIO control to set the minutes. The minutes will begin to blink. 4. Adjust the minutes using the TUNE/AUDIO control. 5. To exit, press any button/knob or wait five seconds. RW/FF (Radio Mode) Pressing the Rewind/Fast Forward button causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrows. This feature operates in either AM, FM or Satellite (if equipped) frequencies.

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TUNE Control (Radio Mode) Turn the rotary TUNE control clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency. AM/FM Button (Radio Mode) Press the button to select AM or FM modes. Setting the Tone, Balance, and Fade Press the rotary TUNE control, and BASS will display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decrease the Bass tones. Press the rotary TUNE control a second time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decrease the Mid-Range tones. Press the rotary TUNE control a third time and TREB will display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to increase or decrease the Treble tones.

Press the rotary TUNE control a fourth time and BAL will display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers. Press the rotary TUNE control a fifth time and FADE will display. Turn the TUNE control to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the front and rear speak- ers. Press the tune control again or wait five seconds to exit setting tone, balance, and fade. RND/SET Button (Radio Mode) To Set The Pushbutton Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET button. The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window. Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this station and press and release that button. If a button is not

selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but- ton, the station will continue to play but will not be stored into pushbutton memory. You may add a second station to each pushbutton by repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM, 12 FM, and 12 Satellite (if equipped) stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. The stations stored in SET 2
memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice. Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding button number will display. Preset Buttons 1 - 6 (Radio Mode) These buttons tune the Radio to the stations that you commit to pushbutton memory, 12 AM, 12 FM, and 12
Satellite (if equipped) stations.

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Operating Instructions - CD Mode

NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Inserting The Compact Disc (Single CD Player) Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD label facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled into the CD Player and the CD icon will illuminate on the radio display. If the volume control is ON, the unit will switch to CD mode and begin to play. The display will show the track number and play time in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of track one. NOTE: • On some vehicles, you may insert or eject a disc with

the radio or ignition switch OFF.

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• If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio OFF, the CD will automatically be pulled into the CD player.

• This radio does not play discs with MP3 tracks. SEEK Button (CD Mode) Press the right side of the SEEK button for the next track on the CD. Press the left side of the button to return to the beginning of the current track, or return to the beginning of the previous track if the CD is within the first 10
seconds of the current selection. MUTE Button (CD Mode) Press the MUTE button to cancel the sound from the speakers. ⬙MUTE⬙ will display. Press the MUTE button a second time and the sound from the speakers will return. Rotating the volume control or turning OFF the ignition will also return the sound from the speakers.

SCAN Button (CD Mode) Press this button to play the first 10 seconds of each track. To stop the scan function, press the button a second time. EJECT Button (CD Mode)

Press this button and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal. The unit will switch to the last selected mode.

If you do not remove the disc within 15 seconds, it will be reloaded. The radio mode will continue to appear. TIME Button (CD Mode) Press this button to change the display from elapsed CD playing time to time of day. The time of day will display for five seconds. RW/FF (CD Mode) Press and hold the FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released. The RW (Reverse) button works in a similar manner.

Press and hold the FF button to fast forward through the tracks. Release the FF button to stop the fast forward feature. If the RW button is pressed, the current track will reverse to the beginning of the track and begin playing. RND/SET Button (Random Play Button) (CD Mode) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random play. This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in random order to provide an interesting change of pace. Press the SEEK button to move to the next randomly selected track. Press the RND button a second time to stop Random play.

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Operating Instructions - Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an MP3 player, cassette player, or microphone and utilize the vehicle’s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers. The auxiliary mode becomes active when an electrical device is plugged into the AUX jack using a standard 3.5
mm stereo audio cable and the user presses and releases the MODE button until AUX appears on the display. NOTE: The radio will return to the last stored mode if the ignition switch is turned from the OFF/LOCK posi- tion to the ACC position, the radio is turned on, and the radio was previously in the AUX mode. SEEK Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function.

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MUTE Button (Auxiliary Mode) Press the MUTE button to cancel the sound from the speakers. ⬙MUTE⬙ will display. Press the MUTE button a second time and the sound from the speakers will return. Rotating the volume control or turning off the ignition will also return the sound from the speakers. SCAN Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function. EJECT Button (Auxiliary Mode)