2012 Dodge Grand Caravan Owners Manual

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2 0 1 2 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L Grand Caravan Chrysler Group LLC 12Y532-126-AA First Edition Printed in U.S.A. 903656_Grand Caravan_OM cover.indd 1 3/15/11 10:41 AM VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefore. DRIVING AND ALCOHOL Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents. Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public transportation. WARNING! Driving after drinking can lead to an accident. Your perceptions are less sharp, your reflexes are slower, and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking. Never drink and then drive. This manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either standard or optional on this vehicle. This manual may also include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle. Please disregard any features and equipment described in this manual that are not on this vehicle. Chrysler Group LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications, and/or make additions to or improvements to its products without imposing any obliga- tion upon itself to install them on products previously manufactured. Copyright © 2011 Chrysler Group LLC INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone equipment must be installed properly by trained personnel. The following must be observed during installation. The positive power connection should be made directly to the battery and fused as close to the battery as possible. The negative power connection should be made to body sheet metal adjacent to the negative battery connection. This connection should not be fused. Antennas for two-way radios should be mounted on the roof or the rear area of the vehicle. Care should be used in mounting antennas with magnet bases. Magnets may affect the accuracy or operation of the compass on vehicles so equipped. The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use only fully shielded coaxial cable. Carefully match the antenna and cable to the radio to ensure a low Standing Wave Ratio (SWR). Mobile radio equipment with output power greater than normal may require special precautions. All installations should be checked for possible interfer- ence between the communications equipment and the vehicle’s electronic systems. SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279 STARTING AND OPERATING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 415 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 511 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 543 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 593 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 609 10 INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 619 10 INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 䡵 How To Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 䡵 Warnings And Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 䡵 Vehicle Identification Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 䡵 Vehicle Modifications/Alterations . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is supplemented by Warranty Information, and various customer-oriented documents. Please take the time to read these publications carefully. Following the instruc- tions and recommendations in this manual will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle. NOTE: After reviewing the owner information, it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referenc- ing and remain with the vehicle when sold. When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- nicians and genuine MOPAR威 parts, and cares about your satisfaction. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire. Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment. The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual contains a complete listing of all subjects. Consult the following table for a description of the symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout this Owner’s Manual: INTRODUCTION 5 6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the left front corner of the instrument panel, visible through the windshield. This number also appears stamped on the right sliding door sill under the sill moulding and printed on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle, the vehicle regis- tration and title. Vehicle Identification Number VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS INTRODUCTION 7 WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death. Stamped VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) 䡵 A Word About Your Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 䡵 Sentry Key威 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 ▫ Replacement Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 䡵 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped . . . . . . . . 17 ▫ Rearming Of The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 䡵 Illuminated Entry — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . 19 䡵 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) — If Equipped . . . 20 ▫ Using The RKE Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 ▫ How To Use Remote Start 䡵 Remote Starting System — If Equipped . . . . . . . 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 䡵 Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 ▫ Manual Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 ▫ Power Door Locks — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . 34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 ▫ Power Vent Windows — If Equipped . . . . . . . 36 ▫ Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 䡵 Windows 䡵 Liftgate 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 䡵 Sliding Side Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 ▫ Power Sliding Side Door — If Equipped . . . . . 42 ▫ Sliding Side Door Child Protection Lock . . . . . 46 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 ▫ Power Liftgate — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 䡵 Occupant Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 ▫ Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions . . . . . 62 ▫ Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 ▫ Energy Management Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 ▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 ▫ Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 ▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert威) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 ▫ Seat Belt Lock Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 ▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women . . . . . . . . . . 69 ▫ Seat Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 ▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Air Bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 ▫ Air Bag System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 ▫ Advanced Front Air Bag Features . . . . . . . . . . 73 ▫ Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls . . . 76 ▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 ▫ Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 䡵 Commercial Cargo Vehicles (No Factory Installed Rear Seats) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . 95 ▫ Restraining Infants And Small Children In Commercial Cargo Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 䡵 Engine Break-In Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . 98 䡵 Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 ▫ Transporting Passengers THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Exhaust Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 ▫ Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and a Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) with integral ignition switch. You can insert the Key Fob into the ignition switch with either side up. Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similarly to an ignition switch. It has four operating positions, three with detents and one that is spring-loaded. The detent positions are OFF, ACC, and ON/RUN. The START position is a spring-loaded momentary contact position. When released from the START position, the switch automatically returns to the ON/RUN position. 1 — OFF 2 — ACCESSORY 3 — ON/RUN 4 — START Key Fob The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. Insert the square end of the Key Fob into the ignition switch located on the instrument panel and rotate to the desired posi- tion. It also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the RKE transmitter go dead. The emergency key is also for locking the lower glove compartment. You can keep the emergency key with you when valet parking. To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch at the top of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Emergency Key Removal NOTE: You can insert the double-sided emergency key into the lock cylinder with either side up. 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Removing Key Fob From Ignition Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the Key Fob to the OFF position and then remove the Key Fob. NOTE: Power window switches will also remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned to OFF, depending upon the accessory delay setting. Opening the front door will cancel this feature. CAUTION! Key Fob will become locked in the ignition. • If your vehicle battery becomes low or dead, your • Do not attempt to remove the Key Fob while in this condition, damage could occur to the Key Fob or ignition module. Only remove the emergency key for locking and unlocking the doors. • Leave the Key Fob in the ignition and either: • Jump Start the vehicle. • Charge the battery. WARNING! access to an unlocked vehicle. fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle. • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil- dren should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the shift lever. • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and do not leave the ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN position. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. • Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death. CAUTION! An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the Key Fob from the ignition and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Key-In-Ignition Reminder Opening the driver’s door when the Key Fob is in the ignition and the ignition switch position is OFF or ACC, a chime will sound to remind you to remove the key. The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds NOTE: when the Key Fob is placed in the OFF or ACC ignition position. SENTRY KEY姞 The Sentry Key威 Immobilizer system prevents unauthor- ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked. The system uses Key Fob with factory-mated Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation. Therefore, only Key Fobs that are programmed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two seconds if an invalid Key Fob is used to start the engine. After turning the ignition switch to the ON/RUN posi- tion, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the electronics. In addition, if the light begins to flash after the bulb check, it indicates that someone used an invalid Key Fob to start the engine. Either of these conditions will result in the engine being shut off after two seconds. 16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 sec- onds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics. Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible by an authorized dealer. CAUTION! The Sentry Key威 Immobilizer system is not compat- ible with some after-market remote starting systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of security protection. All of the Key Fobs provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics. Replacement Keys NOTE: Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle. Once a Key Fob is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be reprogrammed to any other vehicle. CAUTION! Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided with a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN). Keep the PIN in a secure location. This number is required for authorized dealer replacement of Key Fobs. Duplication of Key Fobs may be performed at an autho- rized dealer, this procedure consists of programming a blank Key Fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank Key Fob is one that has never been programmed. NOTE: When having the Sentry Key威 Immobilizer system serviced, bring all vehicle Key Fobs with you to the authorized dealer. Customer Key Programming Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be performed at an authorized dealer. General Information The Sentry Key威 system complies with FCC rules Part 15 and with 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 that may be received, including interference that may cause unde- sired operation. VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors for unauthorized entry and the ignition switch for unau- thorized operation. When the alarm is activated, the interior switches for door locks, power sliding doors and power liftgate are disabled. The Vehicle Security Alarm THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 provides both audible and visible signals, for the first three minutes, the headlights will turn on, the park lamps and/or turn signals will flash and Vehicle Security Light will flash repeatedly and the horn will sound. For an additional 15 minutes, only the headlights, park lamps and/or turn signals and Vehicle Security Light will flash. Rearming Of The System The Vehicle Security Alarm will rearm itself after the 15 additional minutes of headlights and Vehicle Security Light flashing, if the Vehicle Security Alarm has not been disabled. If the condition which initiated the alarm is still present, the Vehicle Security Alarm will ignore that condition and monitor the remaining doors and ignition. To Arm The System Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm: 1. Remove the key from the ignition system (refer to ⬙Starting Procedures⬙ in ⬙Starting And Operating⬙ for further information). 18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE •Make sure the vehicle ignition system is ⬙OFF⬙ and the key is physically removed from the ignition. 2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the vehicle: • Press LOCK on the interior power door lock switch with the driver and/or passenger door open. • Press the LOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. 3. If any doors are open, close them. To Disarm The System The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any of the following methods: • Press the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless • Cycle the vehicle ignition system out of the OFF Entry (RKE) transmitter. position. • Insert a valid key into the ignition switch and turn the key to the ON position. NOTE: • The driver’s door key cylinder and the liftgate button on the RKE transmitter cannot arm or disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm. • The Vehicle Security Alarm remains armed during power liftgate entry. Pressing the liftgate button will not disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm. If someone enters the vehicle through the liftgate and opens any door the alarm will sound. • When the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed, the interior power door lock switches will not unlock the doors. The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the system will give you a false alarm. If one of the previ- ously described arming sequences has occurred, the Vehicle Security Alarm will arm regardless of whether you are in the vehicle or not. If you remain in the vehicle and open a door, the alarm will sound. If this occurs, disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm. If the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed and the battery becomes disconnected, the Vehicle Security Alarm will remain armed when the battery is reconnected; the exterior lights will flash, the horn will sound. If this occurs, disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm. Tamper Alert If something has triggered the Vehicle Security Alarm in your absence, the horn will sound three times and the exterior lights blink three times when you unlock the doors. Check the vehicle for tampering. Security System Manual Override The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the doors using the manual door lock plunger. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 ILLUMINATED ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to unlock the doors or open any door. This feature also turns on the approach lighting in the outside mirrors (if equipped). Refer to “Mirrors” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for fur- ther information. The lights will fade to off after approximately 30 seconds, or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition switch is turned to ON/RUN from the OFF position. NOTE: • The front courtesy overhead console and door cour- tesy lights will not turn off if the dimmer control is in the “Dome ON” position (extreme top position). • The illuminated entry system will not operate if the is in the “dome defeat” position dimmer control (extreme bottom position). 20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) — IF EQUIPPED This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate, and activate the Panic Alarm, optional power liftgate, left power sliding door, and right power sliding door from distances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a hand-held Key Fob with RKE transmitter. The RKE transmitter does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system. Inserting the Key Fob with RKE transmitter into NOTE: the ignition switch disables the system from responding to any button presses from that RKE transmitter. Driving at speeds 5 mph (8 km/h) and above disables the system from responding to all RKE transmitter buttons for all RKE transmitters. Two RKE transmitters may be supplied with the vehicle. Vehicles built without the powered options will be equipped from the factory with three-button RKE trans- mitters, and those built with power options will be equipped with up to seven-button RKE transmitters. Using The RKE Transmitter Three-button RKE transmitters will provide basic UN- LOCK, LOCK and PANIC functions. Key Fob With Three-Button RKE Transmitter Seven-button RKE transmitters will provide functions that allow the same basic operation as the three-button, but may also be used to operate the power liftgate (optional), power sliding doors, Remote Start feature (optional). Some features can be programmed to the customers preferences. For example, flash headlights or sound horn on LOCK. Key Fob With Seven-Button RKE Transmitter THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 Remote Unlock Doors And Liftgate Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock the driver’s side or twice to unlock all doors and liftgate. This will also turn on the Illuminated Entry system. Remote Key Unlock On First Press This feature lets you program the system to unlock either the driver’s side, or all doors, on the first press of the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter. • For vehicles equipped with an Electronic Vehicle In- formation Center (EVIC), refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Understand- ing Your Instrument Panel” for further information. (EVIC)/Personal Center 22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, the Remote Unlock feature can be enabled or disabled by perform- ing the following steps: 1. Perform this operation while standing outside the vehicle. 2. Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed RKE transmitter for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds. Then, press and hold the UNLOCK button while still holding the LOCK button. 3. Release both buttons at the same time. 4. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- ing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE transmitter with the ignition switch in the OFF position and the Key Fob removed. 5. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting. NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- ter while you are inside the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Security Alarm. Remote Lock Doors And Liftgate Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- ter to lock all doors and liftgate. The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal. Sound Horn With Remote Lock This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are locked with the RKE transmitter. This feature can be turned on or turned off. To change the current setting, proceed as follows: • For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, refer to “Elec- tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Un- derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for further infor- mation. • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the following steps: 1. Perform this operation while standing outside the vehicle. 2. Press the LOCK button on a programmed RKE trans- mitter for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than 10 sec- onds. Then, press the PANIC button while still holding the LOCK button. 3. Release both buttons at the same time. 4. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- ing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter with the ignition switch in the OFF position and the Key Fob removed. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 5. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting. NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- ter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Security Alarm. Using The Panic Alarm To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, press and hold the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter for at least one second and release. When the Panic Alarm is on, the headlights and park lights will flash, the horn will pulse on and off, and the interior lights will turn on. The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless you turn it off by pressing the PANIC button a second time or if the vehicle is driven above 5 mph (8 km/h). 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • When you turn off the Panic Alarm by pressing the PANIC button a second time, you may have to move closer to the vehicle due to the Radio Frequency (RF) noises of the system. • The Panic Alarm cannot be activated if the engine is running. Power Open/Close Power Liftgate — If Equipped Press the LIFTGATE button twice on the RKE transmitter within five seconds to Open/Close the Power Liftgate. If the button is pushed while the liftgate is being power closed, the liftgate will reverse to the full open position. The power liftgate may also be opened and closed by pressing the LIFTGATE button located on the overhead console. If equipped with a rear interior switch on the left rear pillar, pushing this switch once will close the liftgate only. The liftgate cannot be opened from this switch. If the vehicle is locked and Vehicle Security Alarm is armed, using RKE transmitter to open the power liftgate does not unlock the vehicle or disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm. Power Open/Close Left Power Sliding Door — If Equipped Press the LEFT Power Sliding Door button twice on the RKE transmitter within five seconds to Power Open/ Close the Left Power Sliding Door. If the button on the RKE transmitter is pushed while the door is being power-closed, the door will reverse to the full open position. If the vehicle is locked and the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed, pressing the LEFT Power Sliding Door button twice unlocks the power sliding door and disarms Ve- hicle Security Alarm. Power Open/Close Right Power Sliding Door — If Equipped Press the RIGHT Power Sliding Door button twice on the RKE transmitter within five seconds to Power Open/ Close the Right Power Sliding Door. If the button on the RKE transmitter is pushed while the door is being power-closed, the door will reverse to the full open position. If the vehicle is locked and the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed, pressing the RIGHT Power Sliding Door button twice unlocks the power sliding door and disarms Ve- hicle Security Alarm. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 Turn Off Flash Lights With RKE Lock — If Equipped This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmit- ter. This feature can be turned on or turned off. To change the current setting, proceed as follows: • For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, refer to “Elec- tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Un- derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for further infor- mation. • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the following steps: 1. Perform this operation while standing outside the vehicle. 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Press and hold the UNLOCK button on a programmed RKE transmitter for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds. Then, press and hold the LOCK button while still holding the UNLOCK button. 3. Release both buttons at the same time. 4. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- ing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE transmitter with the ignition switch in the OFF position and the Key Fob removed. 5. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting. NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- ter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Security Alarm. Programming Additional Transmitters If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter, contact your authorized dealer for details. Transmitter Battery Replacement The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032 battery. NOTE: • Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. • Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate housing or the printed circuit board. 1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical latch at the top of the RKE transmitter sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 2. Insert the tip of the emergency key or a #2 flat blade screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves of the RKE transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the seal during removal. Emergency Key Removal Inserting Emergency Key Into Slot 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Separating RKE Transmitter 3. Remove and replace the battery. When replacing the battery, match the + sign on the battery to the + sign on the inside of the battery clip, located on the back cover. Avoid touching the new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol. 4. To assemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two halves together. 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 operation. If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance, check for these two conditions. 1. A weak battery in the RKE transmitter. The expected life of the battery is approximately three years. 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB radios. REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve- niently from outside the vehicle while still maintaining security. The system has a range of approximately 300 ft (91 m). NOTE: • The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic • Obstructions between the vehicle and the Key Fob transmission to be equipped with Remote Start. may reduce this range. How To Use Remote Start All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will Remote Start: • Shift lever in PARK • Doors closed THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 • Hood closed • Liftgate closed • Hazard switch off • Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed) • Ignition key removed from ignition switch • Battery at an acceptable charge level • RKE PANIC button not pressed • System not disabled from previous remote start event • Vehicle theft alarm not active 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Mon- oxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Car- bon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious injury or death when inhaled. • Keep Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters away from children. Operation of the Remote Start System, windows, door locks or other controls could cause serious injury or death. Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped The following messages will display in the EVIC if the vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prema- turely: • Remote Start Aborted — Door Ajar • Remote Start Aborted — Hood Ajar • Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low • Remote Start Aborted — L/Gate Ajar • Remote Start Disabled — Start Vehicle To Reset The EVIC message stays active until the ignition is turned to the ON/RUN position. To Enter Remote Start Mode Press and release the REMOTE START button on the RKE transmitter twice within five sec- onds. The vehicle doors will lock, the parking lights will flash and horn will chirp twice (if programmed). Then, the engine will start and the vehicle will remain in the Remote Start mode for a 15-minute cycle. Remote Start mode. will automatically lock the doors. NOTE: • If your power door locks were unlocked, Remote Start • The park lights will turn on and remain on during • For security, power window and power sunroof op- eration (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is in the Remote Start mode. • The engine can be started two consecutive 15-minute cycles with the RKE transmitter. However, the ignition switch must be turned to the ON/RUN position. To Enter the Vehicle After Remote Start To enter the vehicle while the engine is running during a Remote Start, you must first unlock the vehicle using the UNLOCK button on the transmitter. After the vehicle is unlocked, you can enter the vehicle, insert the Key Fob THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 into the ignition switch and turn it to the ON/RUN position, otherwise the engine will shut off at the end of 15-minute cycle. To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle Before the end of the 15-minute cycle, press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm (if equipped). Then, prior to the end of the 15-minute cycle, insert the Key Fob into the ignition switch and turn the switch to the ON/RUN position. NOTE: • The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN position • The message “Remote Start Active — Key To Run” will display in the EVIC until you insert and turn the key to ON/RUN position. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” for further information. in order to drive the vehicle. 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Cancel Remote Start Remote Starting will also cancel if any of the following occur: • The engine stalls or engine speed exceeds 2500 rpm • Any engine warning lights come on • Low Fuel Light turns on • The hood is opened • The hazard switch is pressed • The shift lever is moved out of PARK • The engine is allowed to run for the entire 15-minute cycle To Turn Off The Engine While In Remote Start Mode Press and release the REMOTE START button one time or allow the engine to run for the entire 15 minute cycle. NOTE: To avoid unintentional shutdowns while in the Remote Start Mode, the system will not allow the Remote Start button to shut down the engine for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote Start request. When To Reset Remote Start The vehicle can be started remotely up to a maximum of two times. The vehicle is also allowed a maximum of one failed start, where the Remote Starting sequence was initiated but the engine stopped cranking without start- ing. After either of these conditions, or if the Vehicle Security Alarm system is alarming, or if the PANIC button was pressed, the vehicle must be reset insert the Key Fob into the ignition switch and turn the switch to the ON/RUN position. DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks Lock the front doors by pushing down on the lock knobs on each door trim panel. If the lock knob is down when you shut either front door, the door will lock. Make sure the keys are not inside the vehicle before closing the door. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 If the lock knob is rearward when you shut either side sliding door, the door will lock. Make sure the keys are not inside the vehicle before closing the door. Manual Door Lock Sliding Door Lock 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! access to an unlocked vehicle. fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle. • For personal security and safety in the event of an accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil- dren should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the shift lever. • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and do not leave Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could operate power win- dows, other controls, or move the vehicle. Power Door Locks — If Equipped A power door lock switch is on each front door trim panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. Driver Power Door Lock Switches If you press the power door lock switch while the Key Fob is in the ignition, and any front door is open, the power locks will not operate. This prevents you from accidentally locking your keys in the vehicle. Removing the Key Fob or closing the door will allow the locks to operate. A chime will sound if the Key Fob is in the ignition switch and a door is open, as a reminder to remove the Key Fob. Front Passenger Power Door Switches 1 - Window Open/Close 2 - Power Door Locks THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 If you press the power door lock switch while the sliding door is open, the sliding door will lock. Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped When enabled, the door locks will lock automatically when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h). The auto door lock feature can be enabled or disabled by your authorized dealer per written request of the customer. Please see your authorized dealer for service. Unlock Doors Automatically On Exit — If Equipped The Unlock Doors Automatically On Exit feature unlocks all of the vehicle doors when any door is opened. This will occur only after the shift lever has been shifted into the PARK position, after the vehicle has been driven (the shift lever has been shifted out of PARK and all doors closed). 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Unlock Doors Automatically On Exit feature will not operate if there is any manual operation of the power door locks (lock or unlock). On vehicles equipped with the optional Electronic Ve- hicle Information Center (EVIC), refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information. NOTE: Use the Lock Doors Automatically at 15 mph (24 km/h) and Unlock Doors Automatically On Exit features in accordance with local laws. WINDOWS Power Vent Windows — If Equipped The Power Vent Window Switch located on the driver’s door trim panel allows the driver to operate the two vent windows from the driver’s seat. Power Vent Window Switch Open/Close Power Windows You can control either the front or rear windows using switches located on the driver’s door trim panel. The switches will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN or ACC position and during power acces- sory delay. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 Power Window Lockout Switch — If Equipped The driver may lock out the rear power windows by depressing the bar switch just below the power window switches. Driver’s Power Window Switches NOTE: Power Window switches will also remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned to OFF, depending upon the accessory delay setting. Opening a front door will cancel this feature. Power Window Lockout Switch 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Front Passenger Power Window Switch There is a single switch on the front passenger’s door trim panel which operates the passenger door window and a set of switches that lock and unlock all doors. The switches will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN or ACC position and during power acces- sory delay. Front Passenger Power Door Switches 1 - Window Open/Close 2 - Power Door Locks Auto-Down Feature — If Equipped The front window switches may be equipped with an Auto-Down feature. Press the window switch past the detent, release, and the window will go down automati- cally. To open the window part way, press the window switch part way and release it when you want the window to stop. The power window switches remain active for up to 10 minutes (depending on the accessory delay setting) after the ignition switch has been turned to OFF. Opening a vehicle front door will cancel this feature. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 Auto Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection — If Equipped The front driver and front passenger switches may be equipped with an Auto Up feature. Lift the window switch fully upward to the second detent, release, and the window will go up automatically. To stop the window from going all the way up during the Auto Up operation, push down on the switch briefly. To close the window part way, lift the window switch to the first detent and release when you want the window to stop. NOTE: • If the window runs into any obstacle during auto- closure, it will reverse direction and then go back down. Remove the obstacle and use the window switch again to close the window. 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Any impact due to rough road conditions may trigger the auto reverse function unexpectedly during auto- closure. If this happens, pull the switch lightly to the first detent and hold to close window manually. WARNING! There is no anti-pinch protection when the window is almost closed. To avoid personal injury be sure to clear your arms, hands, fingers and all objects from the window path before closing. Auto Up Reset — If Equipped To reactivate the Auto Up feature, perform the following steps after vehicle power is restored: 1. Pull the window switch up to close the window completely and continue to hold the switch up for an additional two seconds after the window is closed. 2. Push the window switch down firmly to the second detent to open the window completely and continue to hold the switch down for an additional two seconds after the window is fully open. Sliding Side Door Power Window Switch — If Equipped Second row passengers may open and close the sliding door window by a single switch on the door handle assembly. The switches will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN or ACC position and during power accessory delay. NOTE: The switches will not operate if the driver has activated the Power Window Lockout. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 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 rear windows are open and buffeting occurs, open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sun- roof opening to minimize the buffeting. SLIDING SIDE DOOR The sliding door may be opened from the inside or the outside. Pull outward on the exterior handle to open the sliding door. The sliding door inside handle functions by rocking forward and back. Rocking the handle back- wards opens the door and rocking forward releases the hold open latch in order to close the door. To keep your door operating properly, observe the fol- lowing guidelines: • Always open the door smoothly. Sliding Door Power Window Switch NOTE: The sliding door windows do not fully open, stopping several inches above the window sill. 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 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Avoid high impacts against the door stop when open- ing the door. This is very important when your vehicle is parked on an incline as the door will slide faster in the downhill direction. • There is a hold-open latch that is activated when the sliding door is fully opened. This latch will keep your sliding door open on any incline. To close the sliding door after the hold-open latch is activated, you must rock the inside handle forward or pull outward on the exterior handle. Always make sure that the sliding door is fully latched anytime the vehicle is in motion. NOTE: The left side sliding door cannot be opened while the fuel door is open. This feature operates only when the sliding door is fully closed prior to opening the fuel door. Power Sliding Side Door — If Equipped The power sliding door may be opened or closed manually or by using the buttons on the RKE transmitter, overhead console switch, or rear door switch. Pulling the inside or outside power sliding door handle will also power open or close the power sliding door. NOTE: Pulling the outside power sliding door handle a second time while the sliding door is power opening or power closing will allow the sliding door to be opened or closed manually. Press the button on the RKE transmitter twice within five seconds to open a power sliding door. When the door is fully open, pressing the button twice within five seconds a second time will close the door. There are power sliding side door switches located on the b-pillar trim panel, just in front of the power sliding door for the rear seat passengers and in the overhead console for the driver and passengers. Pressing the switch once will open the power sliding door. If the switch is pressed while the door is under a power cycle, the door will reverse direction. NOTE: The power sliding side door must be unlocked before the power sliding door switches will operate. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 If the inside or outside door handles are used while the power sliding side door is activated, the power sliding door feature will be canceled and will go into manual mode. To avoid unintentional operation of the power sliding doors from the rear seats, press the power sliding door master lock button, located in the overhead console, to disable the switches and handles for the rear seat passen- gers. NOTE: • The power sliding side door switches will not open the power sliding door if the shift lever is in gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph (0 km/h). To close the power sliding door with the shift lever in gear and vehicle speed at 0 mph (0 km/h), the brake must be pressed. Power Sliding Door Switch 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If anything obstructs the power sliding side door while it is closing or opening, the door will automati- cally reverse to the closed or open position, provided it meets sufficient resistance. • If the power sliding side door is not in the full open or close position, it will fully open when a power sliding door switch is pressed. To close the door, wait until it is fully open and then press the switch again. • If the power sliding door encounters multiple obstruc- tions within the same cycle, the system will automati- cally stop, the power sliding door motor will make a clicking sound until the door has no further move- ment. This clicking sound can be stopped by pulling the inside or outside handle. If this condition occurs, no damage is done to the power sliding door motor. The power sliding door must be opened or closed manually. WARNING! You, or others, could be injured if caught in the path of the sliding door. Make sure the door path is clear before closing the door. Power Sliding Side Door Open Flash The left and right exterior hazard lights will flash for 12 seconds when either sliding door is opened. This will alert other drivers in the area that passenger(s) could be entering or exiting the vehicle. The Sliding Side Door Open Flash can be enabled or disabled by performing the following procedure: 1. Place the Key Fob in the ignition switch. 2. Cycle the ignition switch from ON/RUN to OFF five times ending in the ON/RUN position (do not start the engine). 3. Within 10 seconds of the final cycle, press the HAZ- ARD switch ON. 4. A single chime will sound to signify that you have successfully completed the programming. You can turn the feature back on by repeating the previous procedure. Power Sliding Side Door Master Lock Switch To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats, the second row sliding door switches and handles may be overridden by pressing the OFF side of the Master Lock Out Switch located in the front overhead console. When the power sliding door master lock switch is in the OFF position, the power sliding side door may not be opened or closed by pressing the switch located on the b-pillar trim panel, just in front of the sliding door or activating the inside power sliding door handle. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 Overhead Console Power Sliding Door Master Switch 1 — Left Sliding Door 2 — Liftgate 3 — Right Sliding Door 4 — Master Lock 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Sliding Side Door Child Protection Lock To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats, the sliding doors are equipped with a Child Protection Door Lock system. NOTE: When the Child Protection Door Lock system is engaged, the door can be opened only by using the outside door handle even though the inside door lock is in the unlocked position. To Engage the Child Protection Door Lock 1. Open the sliding side door. 2. Slide the Child Protection Door Lock control inward (toward the vehicle) to engage the Child Protection Door Lock. Child Protection Door Lock 3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 on the opposite sliding door. NOTE: • After engaging the Child Protection Door Lock, al- ways test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the desired position. • When the Child Protection Door Lock system is en- gaged, (even if the inside door lock is in the unlocked position) the door can be opened only by using the outside door handle, the RKE transmitter, the switches on the overhead console or the switches located on the trim panel just in front of the power sliding door. • The power sliding side door will operate from the switches located on the trim panel just in front of the power sliding door, regardless of the Child Protection Door Lock lever position. To avoid unintentional operation of the power sliding door from the rear seats, press the ⴖOFF” Master Lock Out Switch lo- cated in the front overhead console, next to the driver. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in the vehicle in a collision. Remember that the sliding doors can only be opened from the outside door handle or the switches located on the trim panel just in front of the power sliding door when the Child Protection Door Locks are engaged. To Disengage the Child Protection Door Lock 1. Open the sliding side door. 2. Slide the Child Protection Door Lock control outward (away from the vehicle) to disengage the Child Protection Door Lock. 3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 on the opposite sliding door (if equipped). 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • After setting the Child Protection Door Lock system, always test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the desired position. • The power sliding side door switches will not open the power sliding doors if the vehicle is in gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph (0 km/h). • The power sliding door will operate from the outside door handle, the RKE transmitter, the switches on the overhead console, or the switches located on the trim panel just in front of the power sliding door when the shift lever is in PARK, regardless of the child lock lever position. LIFTGATE On vehicles equipped with power locks, the liftgate can be unlocked using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter button, or by activating the power door lock switches located on the front doors. To open the liftgate, press the liftgate release handle located on the underside of the license plate bar and pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion. Liftgate Handle Location Power Liftgate — If Equipped The power liftgate may be opened manually or by using the button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmit- ter. Press the button on the transmitter twice within five seconds, to open the power liftgate. When the liftgate is fully open, pressing the button twice within five seconds, a second time, will close the liftgate. The power liftgate may also be opened and closed by pressing the button located on the overhead console. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 Overhead Console Master Power Switch 1 — Left Door 2 — Liftgate 3 — Right Door 4 — Master Lock 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The power liftgate may be closed by pressing the button, located in the upper left trim in the liftgate opening. Pushing once will only close the liftgate. This button cannot be used to open the liftgate. Rear Power Liftgate Switch When the RKE transmitter button is pressed and the Flash Lights feature is enabled, the tail lights will flash and several audible beeps will occur to signal that the liftgate is opening or closing. WARNING! During power operation, personal injury or cargo damage may occur. Ensure the liftgate travel path is clear. Make sure the liftgate is closed and latched before driving away. NOTE: • If anything obstructs the power liftgate while it is closing or opening, the liftgate will automatically reverse to the closed or open position, provided it meets sufficient resistance. • There are also pinch sensors attached to the side of the liftgate opening. Light pressure anywhere along these strips will cause the liftgate to return to the open position. • During power operation, whether liftgate is fully open or fully closed, the liftgate chime will beep several times indicating power operation is in progress. • The power liftgate must be in the full open or close positions for any of the buttons to operate. If the liftgate is not in the full open or close positions, it must be opened or closed manually. • If the liftgate release button is activated while the power liftgate is closing, the liftgate will reverse to the full open position. • The power liftgate buttons will not operate if the shift lever is in gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph (0 km/h). THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 • The power liftgate will not operate in temperatures below ⫺12°F (⫺24°C) or temperatures above 143°F (62°C). Be sure to remove any buildup of snow or ice from the liftgate before pressing any of the power liftgate buttons. • If the power liftgate encounters multiple obstructions within the same cycle, the system will automatically stop and must be opened or closed manually. WARNING! • Driving with the liftgate open can allow poison- ous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle. (Continued) 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • If you are required to drive with the 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. Gas props support the liftgate in the open position. However, because the gas pressure drops with tempera- ture, it may be necessary to assist the props when opening the liftgate in cold weather. OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems: • Three-point lap and shoulder belts for all seating • Advanced Front Air Bags for driver and front passen- positions ger • Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) located on top of the front seats (integrated into the head restraint) — if equipped • Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag • Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) that span the front, second, and third row seating for the driver and passengers seated next to a window • Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) • An energy-absorbing steering column and steering • Knee bolsters/blockers for front seat occupant • Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners that may enhance occupant protection by managing occupant energy during an impact event wheel • All seat belt systems (except the driver’s and third row center) include Automatic Locking Retractors (ALRs), which lock the seat belt webbing into position by extending the belt all the way out and then adjusting the belt to the desired length to restrain a child seat or secure a large item in a seat Please pay close attention to the information in this section. It tells you how to use your restraint system properly, to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible. If you will be carrying children too small for adult-sized seat belts, the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) feature also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems. For more information on LATCH, refer to Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH). THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 NOTE: The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different rates of inflation based on the severity and type of collision. Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying air bag: 1. Children 12 years old and under should always ride buckled up in a rear seat. WARNING! Infants in rear facing child restraints should never ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger Advanced Front Air Bag. An air bag deployment can cause severe injury or death to infants in that posi- tion. Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat belt properly (see section on Child Restraints) should be 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt- positioning booster seats. Older children who do not use child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats should ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm. If a child from 1 to 12 years old (not in a rear facing child seat) must ride in the front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint. (Refer to “Child Restraints”) You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly. 2. All occupants should always wear their lap and shoulder belts properly. 3. The driver and front passenger seats should be moved back as far as practical to allow the Advanced Front Air Bags room to inflate. 4. Do not lean against the door or window. If your vehicle has side air bags, and deployment occurs, the side air bags will inflate forcefully into the space between you and the door. 5. If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be modified to accommodate a disabled person, contact the Customer Center. Phone numbers are provided under ⴖIf You Need Assistanceⴖ. WARNING! • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The air bags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions, the air bags won’t deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have air bags. (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment could cause serious injury, including death. Air Bags need room to inflate. Sit back, comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel. • Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) and Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) also need room to inflate. Do not lean against the door or window. Sit upright in the center of the seat. • In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled up. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver and cause a collision that includes you. This can happen far away from home or on your own street. Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle. Seat belts reduce the possibility of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times. Lap/Shoulder Belts All seats in your vehicle are equipped with lap/shoulder belts. The belt webbing in the retractor is designed to lock during very sudden stops or accidents. This feature allows the shoulder part of the belt to move freely with 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE you under normal conditions. However, in a collision the belt will lock and reduce the risk of you striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out. WARNING! • It is 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 seriously 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 everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body. These are the strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of a collision the best. • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much worse. You might suffer internal injuries, or you could even slide out of part of the belt. Follow these instructions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your pas- sengers safe, too. • Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt. People belted together can crash into one another in a collision, hurting one another badly. Never use a lap/shoulder belt or lap belt for more than one person, no matter what their size. Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is near the seatback of the front seats and next to your arm in the rear seats. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Pulling Out Belt and Latch Plate 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck injury. A belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries. Ribs aren’t as strong as shoulder bones. Wear the belt over your shoulder so that your strongest bones will take the force in a collision. • A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision. You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt. The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together. 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click”. Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle WARNING! • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. • A belt that is too loose will not protect you properly. In a sudden stop you could move too far forward, increasing the possibility of injury. Wear your seat belt snugly. 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Removing Slack From Belt 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen. Always wear the lap belt as low as pos- sible and keep it snug. • A twisted belt may not protect you properly. In a collision, it could even cut into you. Be sure the belt is straight. If you can’t straighten a belt in your vehicle, take it to your authorized dealer immedi- ately and have it fixed. 5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt. 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully. WARNING! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing, etc.). Third Row Center Shoulder Belt Instructions The shoulder belt for the third row center seat is located in the headliner slightly behind the third row seat. Pull the strap down and secure the small latch plate of the lap belt into the small buckle until you hear a “click”. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the large latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” The retractor should withdraw any slack in the belt. To release the small latch plate, position the end of the large latch plate against the red button on the small latch plate and push upward. Reinstall the latch plates into the headliner. Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front seats and the second row outboard seats, the shoulder belt anchorage can be adjusted upward or downward to help position the belt away from your neck. The upper anchorage can be adjusted upward by THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 pushing anywhere on the anchorage. To move the an- chorage downward, squeeze the actuation buttons while simultaneously pushing down on the anchorage assem- bly. Adjustable Anchorage 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE As a guide, if you are shorter than average you will prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average you will prefer a higher position. When you release the anchorage, try to move it up or down to make sure that it is locked in position. Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with an Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) or a cinching latch plate which are used to secure a child restraint system. For additional information refer to “Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat Belt” under the “Child Restraint” section. The chart below defines the type of feature for each seating position. Driver First Row N/A Second Row ALR Third Row ALR • N/A — Not Applicable Center N/A N/A Cinch Passenger ALR ALR ALR • ALR — Automatic Locking Retractor If the passenger seating position is equipped with an ALR and is being used for normal usage: Only pull the belt webbing out far enough to comfortably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section so as to not activate the ALR. If the ALR is activated, you will hear a ratcheting sound as the belt retracts. Allow the webbing to retract completely in this case and then carefully pull out only the amount of webbing necessary to comfort- ably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a ⬙click.⬙ Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — If Equipped In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre- locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The Automatic Locking Mode is avail- able on all passenger-seating positions with a combina- tion lap/shoulder belt. Use the Automatic Locking Mode anytime a child safety seat is installed in a seating position that has a belt with this feature. Children 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in the rear seat. How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode 1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted. 3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the Automatic Locking Mode. How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the Automatic Locking Mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 WARNING! • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Re- tractor (ALR) feature or any other seat belt func- tion is not working properly when checked ac- cording to the procedures in the Service Manual. • Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions. Energy Management Feature This vehicle has a safety belt system with an Energy Management feature in the front seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head-on collision. This safety belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to release webbing in a controlled manner. This feature is designed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant’s chest. 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Pretensioners The seat belts for both front seating positions are equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision. These devices may improve the performance of the seat belt by assuring that the belt is tight about the occupant early in a collision. Pretensioners work for all size occu- pants, including those in child restraints. NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper seat belt placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must be worn snugly and positioned properly. The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re- straint Controller (ORC). Like the air bags, the preten- sioners are single use items. A deployed pretensioner or a deployed air bag must be replaced immediately. Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) — If Equipped These head restraints are passive, deployable compo- nents, and vehicles with this equipment cannot be readily identified by any markings, only through visual inspec- tion of the head restraint. The head restraint will be split in two halves, with the front half being soft foam and trim, the back half being decorative plastic. How The Active Head Restraints (AHR) Work The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines whether the severity, or type of rear impact will require the Active Head Restraints (AHR) to deploy. If a rear impact requires deployment, both the driver and front passenger seat AHRs will be deployed. When AHRs deploy during a rear impact, the front half of the head restraint extends forward to minimize the gap between the back of the occupant’s head and the AHR. This system is designed to help prevent or reduce the extent of injuries to the driver and front passenger in certain types of rear impacts. NOTE: The Active Head Restraints (AHR) may or may not deploy in the event of a front or side impact. However if during a front impact, a secondary rear impact occurs, the AHR may deploy based on the sever- ity and type of the impact. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Active Head Restraint (AHR) Components 1 — Head Restraint Front Half (Soft Foam and Trim) 2 — Seatback 3 — Head Restraint Back Half (Decorative Plastic Rear Cover) 4 — Head Restraint Guide Tubes 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! 1. Grasp the deployed AHR from the rear seat. All occupants, including the driver, should not oper- ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a collision. NOTE: For more information on properly adjusting and positioning the head restraint, refer to “Adjusting Active Head Restraints” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle”. Resetting Active Head Restraints (AHR) If the Active Head Restraints are triggered in a collision, you must reset the head restraint on the driver’s and front passenger seat. You can recognize when the Active Head Restraint has been triggered by the fact that they have moved forward (as shown in step three of the resetting procedure). Hand Positioning Points On AHR 2. Position the hands on the top of the deployed AHR at a comfortable position. 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 1 — Downward Movement 2 — Rearward Movement 3 — Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mechanism 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock into the back decorative plastic half. AHR In Reset Position NOTE: • If you have difficulties or problems resetting the Active Head Restraints, see an authorized dealer. • For safety reasons, have the Active Head Restraints checked by a qualified specialist at an authorized dealer. Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert姞) BeltAlert威 is a feature intended to remind the driver and front passenger (if equipped with front passenger BeltAlert威) to fasten their seat belts. The feature is active whenever the ignition is on. If the driver or front seat passenger is unbelted, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will turn on and remain on until both front seat belts are fastened. The BeltAlert威 warning sequence begins after the vehicle speed is over 5 mph (8 km/h), by blinking the Seat Belt Reminder Light and sounding an intermittent chime. Once the sequence starts, it will continue for the entire duration or until the respective seatbelts are fastened. After the sequence completes, the Seat Belt Reminder Light remains illuminated until the respective seat belts are fastened. The driver should instruct all other occu- pants to fasten their seat belts. If a front seat belt is unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), BeltAlert威 will provide both audio and visual notification. The front passenger seat BeltAlert威 is not active when the front passenger seat is unoccupied. BeltAlert威 may be triggered when an animal or heavy object is on the front passenger seat or when the seat (if equipped). It is recommended that pets be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts, and cargo is properly stowed. BeltAlert威 can be enabled or disabled by your authorized dealer. Chrysler Group LLC does not recommend deac- tivating BeltAlert威. is folded flat THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 NOTE: Although BeltAlert威 has been deactivated, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will continue to illuminate while the driver’s or front passenger (if equipped with BeltAlert威) seat belt remains unfastened. Seat Belt Lock Out The center rear seat belt system has a lock out feature that will not allow you to extract the center webbing unless the rear seat upper latch is engaged. Seat Belts And Pregnant Women We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancies. Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe. Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible. Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen. That way the strong bones of the hips will take the force if there is a collision. 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Extender If a seat belt is too short, even when fully extended and when the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage (if equipped) is in its lowest position, your authorized dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender. This extender should be used only if the existing belt is not long enough. When it is not required, remove the ex- tender and store it. WARNING! Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use when the lap belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug, and in the recommended seating positions. Remove and store the extender when not needed. Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Air Bags This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver’s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel. The passenger’s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the instrument panel, above the glove compartment. The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the air bag covers. In addition, the vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrument panel below the steering column. 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different rates of inflation based on the severity and type of collision. This vehicle may be equipped with driver and/or front passenger seat track position sensors that may adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced Front Air Bags based upon seat position. This vehicle may be equipped with a driver and/or front passenger seat belt buckle switch that detects whether the driver or front passenger seat belt is fastened. The seat belt buckle switch may adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced Front Air Bags. This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) to protect the driver, front, and rear passengers sitting next to a window. The SABIC air bags are located above the side windows and their covers are also labeled: SRS AIRBAG. Advanced Front Air Bag And Knee Bolster Locations 2 — Knee Bolster 1 — Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Air Bags 3 — Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag NOTE: These air bags are certified to the new Federal regulations for Advanced Air Bags. 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat- Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) to provide enhanced protection for an occupant during a side impact. The SABs are located in the outboard side of the front seats. NOTE: • Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, • After any accident, the vehicle should be taken to an but they will open during air bag deployment. authorized dealer immediately. Air Bag System Components Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag system components: • Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) • Air Bag Warning Light • Steering Wheel and Column • Instrument Panel • Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag • Knee Impact Bolster • Driver Advanced Front Air Bag • Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag • Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) • Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains • Front and Side Impact Sensors • Front Seat Belt Pretensioners, Seat Belt Buckle Switch, (SABIC) and Seat Track Position Sensors Advanced Front Air Bag Features The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), which may receive information from the front impact sensors. The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an impact that requires air bag deployment. This low output is used in less severe collisions. A higher energy output is used for more severe collisions. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 WARNING! • No objects should be placed over or near the air bag on the instrument panel, because any such objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a collision severe enough to cause the air bag to inflate. • Do not put anything on or around the air bag covers or attempt to open them manually. You may damage the air bags and you could be injured because the air bags may no longer be functional. The protective covers for the air bag cushions are designed to open only when the air bags are inflating. • Do not drill, cut or tamper with the knee bolster in • Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolster such as alarm lights, stereos, citizen band radios, etc. any way. 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant during a side impact. The SAB is marked with an air bag label sewn into the outboard side of the front seats. Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag Label When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag deploys independently; a left side impact deploys the left air bag only and a right-side impact deploys the right air bag only. Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) SABIC air bags may offer side-impact and vehicle roll- over protection to front and rear seat outboard occupants in addition to that provided by the body structure. Each air bag features inflated chambers placed adjacent to the head of each outboard occupant that reduce the potential for side-impact head injuries. The SABIC deploy down- ward, covering both windows on the impact side. NOTE: • Should a vehicle rollover occur, the pretensioners and/or SAB and SABIC air bags on both sides of the vehicle may deploy. but they will open during air bag deployment. • Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, • Being too close to the SAB and SABIC air bags during deployment could cause you to be severely injured or killed. The system includes side impact sensors that are cali- brated to deploy the side air bags during impacts that require air bag occupant protection. WARNING! • If your vehicle is equipped with left and right Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC), do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the location of the SABIC. The area where the side curtain air bag is located should remain free from any obstructions. (Continued) THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects between you and the side air bags; the perfor- mance could be adversely affected and/or objects could be pushed into you, causing serious injury. Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag The Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag provides enhanced protection and works together with the Driver Advanced Front Air Bag during a frontal impact. Knee Impact Bolster The Knee Impact Bolster helps protect the knees of the front passenger, and position the front occupant for the best interaction with the Advanced Front Air Bag. 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Along with seat belts and pretensioners, Advanced Front Air Bags work with the Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag and the passenger side knee bolster to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger. Side air bags also work with seat belts to improve occupant protection. Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system required for this vehicle. The ORC determines if deployment of the front and/or side air bags in a frontal or side collision is required. Based on the impact sensor’s signals, a central electronic ORC deploys the Advanced Front Air Bags, SABIC air bags, SABs, Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag, and front seat belt pretensioners, as required, depending on the severity and type of impact. Advanced Front Air Bags and Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag are designed to provide additional protec- tion by supplementing the seat belts in certain frontal collisions depending on the severity and type of collision. Advanced Front Air Bags are not expected to reduce the risk of injury in rear, side, or rollover collisions. The Advanced Front Air Bags and Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag will not deploy in all frontal collisions, including some that may produce substantial vehicle damage — for example, some pole collisions, truck underrides, and angle offset collisions. On the other hand, depending on the type and location of impact, Advanced Front Air Bags may deploy in crashes with little vehicle front-end damage but that produce a severe initial deceleration.

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