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Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently.

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Replacing headlamp bulbs To remove the headlamp bulb: 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then open the hood. 2. Remove the radiator cover by turning the three knobs to the unlock position. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling rearward.

4. Remove the bulb retaining ring by rotating it counterclockwise (when viewed from the rear) to free it from the bulb socket, and slide the ring off the plastic base. Keep the ring to retain the new bulb. 5. Without turning, remove the old bulb from the lamp assembly by gently pulling it straight back out of the lamp assembly.

To install the new bulb:

Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated.

Note: If the bulb is accidentally touched, it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol before being used. 1. With the flat side of the new bulb’s plastic base facing upward, insert the glass end of the bulb into the lamp assembly. Turn the bulb left or right to align the grooves in the plastic base with the tabs in the lamp assembly. When the grooves are aligned, push the bulb into the lamp assembly until the plastic base contacts the rear of the lamp assembly. 2. Install the bulb retaining ring over the plastic base until it contacts the rear of the socket by rotating it clockwise until you feel a “stop.”

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3. Connect the electrical connector into the rear of the plastic base until it snaps, locking it into position. 4. Install the protective cover over headlamps locking it in place with three knobs. 5. Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly. If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb, you should not need to align it again. Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs The park/turn lamp bulbs can be replaced without removing the headlamp assembly. 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in the OFF position, then open the hood. 2. Remove the radiator cover by turning the three knobs to the unlock position. 3. Loosen the parking lamp retainer, on the outside of the lamp, unscrew and pull the lamp assembly forward. 4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling rearward. 5. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly. 6. Carefully pull bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb until it snaps, locking it into position. 7. To complete installation, follow the removal procedure in reverse order.

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Replacing tail lamp/brake/turn lamp bulbs The tail lamp, the brake lamp and the turn signal lamp bulbs are located in the tail lamp assembly. Follow the same steps to replace either bulb. 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then open the trunk and remove plastic retainer to expose the lamp assembly hardware. 2. Carefully pull the carpet away to expose the plastic retainer. 3. Remove three nut and washer assemblies and the lamp assembly from the vehicle. 4. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pulling it out of the lamp assembly.

5. Pull the bulb from the socket and push in the new bulb. 6. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly by rotating it clockwise. 7. Install the lamp assembly on the vehicle with three nut and washer assemblies ensuring the washers on the nuts are flush with the body to prevent water from entering the trunk. 8. Install the plastic retainer and carefully push the carpet back in to place.

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Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then remove two screws, grommets and the license plate lamp assembly from the trunk lid. 2. Carefully pull the bulb from the socket and push in the new bulb. 3. Install the lamp assembly on trunk lid with two grommets, ensuring the grommets are pushed all the way in to the trunk lid and secure with two screws. Replacing backup lamp bulbs 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then open trunk and remove bulb socket from the trunk lid by turning counterclockwise. 2. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb. 3. Install the bulb socket in trunk lid by turning clockwise.

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Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then remove two screws from the lamp assembly. 2. Carefully lift the lamp assembly up for access to the bulbs.

3. Carefully pull the bulb socket out of the lamp assembly. 4. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers; rotate towards you to decrease the speed of the wipers.

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Windshield washer: Push the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe of the wipers without washer fluid. • a quick push and hold: the wipers

will swipe three times with washer fluid.

• a long push and hold: the wipers and washer fluid will be activated for

up to ten seconds.

Windshield wiper/washer features The exterior lamps will turn on with the ignition on, Headlamp control in the Autolamp position and the windshield wipers are turned on. The lights will remain on for 30 seconds after the wipers are turned off.

Changing the wiper blades To make changing the wiper blades easy, turn the ignition to ACC, then turn the wipers on. When the wipers reach the vertical position, turn the ignition to LOCK.

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To replace the wiper blades: 1. Pull the wiper arm away from the windshield and lock into the service position. 2. Press and hold the tab on the blade and slide the blade off the wiper arm pin. 3. To attach the new wiper blade, press and hold the tab on the blade and slide the blade on to the wiper arm pin. Then release the tab. 4. Replace wiper blades every 6 months for optimum performance.

TILT STEERING WHEEL To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull and hold the steering wheel release control toward you. 2. Move the steering wheel up or down until you find the desired location. 3. Release the steering wheel release control. This will lock the steering wheel in position.

Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamps.

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OVERHEAD CONSOLE WITHOUT MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according to your option package. Some of the features in the overhead console include a compass and HomeLink威. To program the Homelink威, refer to Homelink威 Wireless Control System it this chapter. Electronic compass display (if equipped) Compass: The compass display is contained in the overhead console. The vehicle heading is displayed as one of N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W and NW. The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in or on the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy. Adjustments may need to be made to the zone and calibration of the compass. Compass zone adjustment 1. Determine which magnetic zone you are in by referring to the zone map. 2. Turn the ignition to the ON position.

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3. Press and hold the MODE control until VAR appears in the display, then release. The display should show the current zone number. 4. Press the MODE control until the desired zone number appears. The display will flash and then return to normal operation. The zone is now updated.

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Compass calibration adjustment Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines: 1. Press and hold the MODE control until CAL appears in the display (approximately eight seconds) and release. 2. Drive the vehicle slowly (less than 5 km/h [3 mph]) in circles until CAL indicator turns off in about 2–3 complete circles. 3. The compass is now calibrated.

OVERHEAD CONSOLE WITH MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according to your option package. Some of the features in the overhead console include Compass, Homelink, and Moon Roof controls.

Compass mode The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy. 1. Turn ignition to the ON position. 2. Start the engine. 3. From a blank display press and release the MODE button once. The directional heading will be displayed. Note: If the compass is de-calibrated, CAL will be displayed in the right corner of the display. Refer to “Calibration mode” in this section for more details. 4. The overhead console displays the compass heading in one of eight directions: NORTH, NORTHEAST, EAST, SOUTHEAST, SOUTH, SOUTHWEST, WEST, and NORTHWEST.

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Zone variation mode Most geographic areas (zones) have a magnetic north compass point that varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps. A correct zone setting will eliminate compass heading error. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. To set the compass zone: 1. Press and release the MODE button until the compass directional heading is displayed.

2. Hold down the MODE button for 5 seconds to enter zone mode. The display will read PRESS RESET TO SET ZONE XX where XX is the current zone. 3. Release the MODE button.

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4. Repeatedly press and release the RESET button to scroll through the zones 1–15 until the desired zone is displayed. 5. Press the MODE button to save the new zone setting and return to the compass normal mode. Note: The compass exits the zone setting mode and returns to its previous setting after one minute of no activity. Note: If power is interrupted during the zone setting process, the compass resets to the same zone it was set to before the zone change process was started.

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Calibration mode To calibrate the compass: 1. Press and release the MODE button until the compass directional heading is displayed.

2. Hold down the MODE button for 10 seconds to enter the calibration mode. The display will read PRESS RESET TO DECAL. 3. Release the MODE button.

4. Press the RESET button to de-calibrate the compass. The display will read CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE for a few seconds and then display a direction with CAL displayed on the right side. 5. Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle (less than 5 km/h [3 mph]). This will take up to three circles to complete calibration. 6. The correct compass heading will be displayed when the compass is calibrated. Note: If the RESET button is not pressed, the compass will exit calibration mode after three minutes of no activity and the original calibration data will be restored. Note: If power is interrupted during the calibration process, the compass resets to the original calibration data from before the calibration process started.

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HomeLink姞 mode

Train mode Note: Do not train the HomeLink威 with the vehicle parked in the garage. To train a HomeLink威 button to control a specific device: 1. Select the HomeLink威 button to train. 2. Press and continuously hold the button for 20 seconds. CHANNEL X TRANSMIT will be displayed (X will be 1, 2, or 3) during this time. Note: If more than one button is pressed, priority will be given to the lowest numbered channel.

3. After 20 seconds, the display will read CHANNEL X TRAINING to indicate training has started. Continue to hold the button. Note: If the channel being trained has not been previously trained, the channel will immediately enter the training mode (no 20 second delay). 4. Point the original garage door opener/transmitter at the overhead console. Hold down the original transmitter’s button so the overhead console can learn the transmitter’s frequency and data stream. 5. Training will be complete in 100
seconds or less. CHANNEL X TRAINED will be displayed when training is complete.

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6. DID NOT TRAIN will be displayed if the channel did not properly train. 7. Release the channel X button. Training is complete. Note: Additional training may be required for rolling code equipped devices. Refer to the Rolling code programming in this section.

Rolling code programming To train a garage door opener (or other rolling code equipped devices) with the rolling code feature, follow these instructions after completing the “Train mode” in this section. (A second person may make the following training procedures quicker & easier) 1. Locate the “learn” or “smart” button on the garage door motor head unit. Exact location and color of the button may vary by product brand. If there is difficulty locating the “learn” or “smart” button refer to the device’s owner manual or contact HomeLink威 at 1–800–355–3515 or on the Internet at www.homelink.com. 2. Press and release the “learn” or “smart” button on the garage door motor head unit. Note: Following step 2, there are 30 seconds in which to initiate step 3. 3. Press and release the programmed HomeLink威 button. Press and release the HomeLink威 button a second time to complete the training process. (Some garage door openers may require this procedure to be done a third time to complete the training.) The rolling code equipped device should now recognize the HomeLink威 signal and activate when the HomeLink button is pressed. The remaining two buttons may now be programmed if this has not previously been done. Refer to the “Train mode” in this section.

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Transmit mode 1. Select the button for the desired channel (for example, for the garage door you wish to open). 2. Press the button. CHANNEL X TRANSMIT is displayed. 3. The proper signal is transmitted to the device being controlled. 4. Release the button. Note: If more than one button is pressed, priority will be given to the lowest numbered channel. Erase mode To erase all three HomeLink威 channel codes: 1. Simultaneously press and hold buttons 1 and 3 for 20 seconds. 2. CLEARING CHANNELS will be displayed when the channel codes are being erased.

3. CHANNELS CLEARED will be displayed when the erase operation is complete. 4. Release buttons 1 and 3.

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HomeLink姞 default code mode HomeLink威 uses default codes for testing and for optional home lighting accessories. To load the default codes: 1. Simultaneously press and hold buttons 1 and 3. CLEARING CHANNELS is displayed.

2. After 20 seconds CHANNELS CLEARED is displayed. Continue to hold the buttons.

3. After 10 more seconds, CHANNELS DEFAULTED is displayed when all the channel default codes have been successfully loaded. Note: If you need to train the garage door opener, refer to “Train mode” in this section.

AUXILIARY POWER POINT The auxiliary power point for five passenger vehicles is located in the floor console storage bin. For six passenger vehicles, the auxiliary power point is located under the cup holder and ashtray drawer in the center stack.

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Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter. Use the power point. Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element. The Maximum power each power point can supply depends on the fuse rating. For example: a 20A fuse should supply a maximum of 240 Watts, a 15A fuse should supply a maximum of 180 Watts and a 10A fuse should supply a maximum of 120 Watts. Exceeding these limits will result in a blown fuse. Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used. Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.

POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED)

When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings.

Press and hold the bottom part of the rocker switch to open the window. Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to close the window.

One touch down Allows the driver’s window to open fully without holding the control down. Press completely down on the bottom part of the rocker switch and release quickly. Press the top part of the rocker switch to stop.

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Window lock The window lock feature allows only the driver to operate the power windows. To lock out all the window controls except for the driver’s press the left side of the control. Press the right side to restore the window controls.

to adjust the left to adjust the right

POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS To adjust your mirrors: 1. Select mirror or mirror. 2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place.

(if equipped)

Heated outside mirrors Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice, mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated. Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place. These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors.

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Fold-away mirrors Pull the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash.

Automatic dimming inside rear view mirror (if equipped) Your vehicle is equipped with an inside rear view mirror with an auto-dimming function. The electronic day/night mirror will change from the normal state to the non-glare state when bright lights (glare) reach the mirror. When the mirror detects bright light from behind the vehicle, it will automatically adjust (darken) to minimize glare. The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever the vehicle is placed in R (Reverse)(when the mirror is on) to ensure a bright clear view when backing up. Do not block the sensor on the backside of the inside rear view mirror since this may impair proper mirror performance. Press the control to turn the mirror OFF or AUTO.

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OFF

POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED) The accelerator and brake pedal should only be adjusted when the vehicle is stopped and the gearshift lever is in the P (Park) position. Press and hold the rocker control to adjust accelerator and brake pedal. • Press the right side of the control to adjust the pedals toward you. • Press the left side of the control to adjust the pedals away from you. The adjustment allows for approximately 65 mm (2.5 inches) of maximum travel.

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Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with feet on the pedals while the vehicle is moving.

SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) With speed control set, you can maintain a speed of 48 km/h (30 mph) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. Speed control does not work at speeds below 48 km/h (30 mph).

Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved.

Setting speed control The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and release it. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed.

3. Press the SET ACCEL control and release it. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. 5. The message “SPEED CONTROL” (if equipped) will be displayed in the optional instrument cluster.

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COAST

Note: • Vehicle speed may vary when driving up and down a steep hill. • If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, you • If the vehicle speed decreases more than 16 km/h (10 mph) below

may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed.

your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage.

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Disengaging speed control To disengage the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed. Resuming a set speed Press the RES/RESUME control and release it. This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed. The message “SPEED CONTROL” (if equipped) will be displayed in the optional instrument cluster. The RES/RESUME control will not work if the vehicle speed is not faster than 48 km/h (30 mph).

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SET

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Increasing speed while using speed control There are two ways to set a higher speed: • Press and hold the SET ACCEL control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control. You can also use the SET ACCEL control to operate the Tap-Up function. Press and release this control to increase the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1.6 km/h (1 mph).

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COAST

• Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed. When the

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ACCEL

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Reducing speed while using speed control There are two ways to reduce a set speed: • Press and hold the COAST control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control. You can also use the COAST control to operate the Tap-Down function. Press and release this control to decrease the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1.6 km/h (1 mph).

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• Depress the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached, press the SET ACCEL control.

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SET

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COAST

Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal. This will not erase your vehicle’s previously • Press the speed control OFF

set speed.

control.

Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speed control set speed memory is erased.

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Radio control features • Press MODE to select AM, FM1, FM2, TAPE or CD (if equipped).

In Radio mode: • Press NEXT to select a preset

station from memory.

In Tape mode: • Press NEXT to listen to the next

selection on the tape.

In CD mode: • Press NEXT to listen to the next

track on the disc.

In any mode: • Press VOL up or down to adjust

the volume.

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Climate control features • Press TEMP up or down to adjust temperature. • Press FAN up or down to adjust fan speed. MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) To open the moon roof: • Press and hold the control

forward to raise the moon roof to the vent position (when the glass panel is closed).

• For one-touch operation, press

the control rearward and release; this will fully open the moon roof.

• To stop one-touch operation at the desired position, press the control in any direction and release.

To close the moon roof: • Press and hold the control forward.

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HOMELINK姞 WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The HomeLink威 Wireless Control System, located on the overhead console, provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters with a single built-in device. This feature will learn the radio frequency codes of most current transmitters to operate garage doors, entry gate operators, security systems, entry door locks, and home or office lighting.

When programming your HomeLink威 Wireless Control System to a garage door or gate, be sure that people and objects are out of

the way to prevent potential harm or damage.

Do not use the HomeLink威 Wireless Control System with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by U.S. federal safety standards (this includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982). A garage door which cannot detect an object, signaling the door to stop and reverse, does not meet current U.S. federal safety standards. For more information, contact HomeLink威 at: www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515. Retain the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future programming procedures (i.e. new HomeLink威 equipped vehicle purchase). It is also suggested that upon the sale of the vehicle, the programmed Homelink威 buttons be erased for security purposes, refer to Programming in this section.

Programming Do not program HomeLink威 with the vehicle parked in the garage. Note: Some vehicles may require the ignition switch to be turned to the second (or “ACC”) position for programming and/or operation of the HomeLink威. It is also recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink威 for quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal.

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1. Press and hold the two outside buttons releasing only when the red light begins to flash after 20
seconds. Do not repeat step one to program additional hand-held transmitters to the remaining two HomeLink威 buttons. This will erase previously programmed hand-held transmitter signals into HomeLink威. 2. Position the end of your hand-held transmitter 2–8 cm (1–3
inches) away from the HomeLink威 button you wish to program (located on your overhead console) while keeping the red light in view. 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink威 and hand-held transmitter button. Do not release the buttons until step 4 has been completed. Some entry gates and garage door openers may require you to replace step 3 with procedures noted in the “Gate Operator and Canadian Programming” section for Canadian residents. 4. The red light will flash slowly and then rapidly. Release both buttons when the red light flashes rapidly. (The rapid flashing light indicates acceptance of the hand-held transmitters’ radio frequency signals.) 5. Press and hold the just-trained HomeLink威 button and observe the red light. If the light is a constant red, programming is complete and your device should activate when the HomeLink威 button is pressed and released. Note: To program the remaining two HomeLink威 buttons, begin with step 2 in the “Programming” section — do not repeat step 1. Note: If the red light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a continuous red, proceed with steps 6 through 8 to complete programming of a rolling code equipped device. 6. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage, locate the “learn” or “smart” button (usually near where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the unit). 7. Press and release the “learn” or “smart” 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 step eight. 8. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two seconds and release the HomeLink威 button. Repeat the press/hold/release sequence again, and, depending on the brand of the garage door opener (or other rolling code equipped device), repeat this sequence a third time to complete the programming. HomeLink威 should now activate your rolling code equipped device. To program additional HomeLink威 buttons begin with step 2 in the “Programming” section. For questions or comments, please contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515.

Gate Operator & Canadian Programming During programming, your hand-held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting — not allowing enough time for HomeLink威 to accept the signal from the hand-held transmitter. After completing steps 1 and 2
outlined in the “Programming” section, replace step 3 with the following: Note: If programming a garage door opener or gate operator, it is advised to unplug the device during the “cycling” process to prevent overheating. • Continue to press and hold the HomeLink威 button (note step 3 in the

“Programming” section) while you press and release — every two seconds (“cycle”) your hand-held transmitter until the frequency signal has been accepted by the HomeLink威. The red indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink威 accepts the radio frequency signal.

• Proceed with step 4 in the “Programming” section.

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Operating the HomeLink姞 Wireless Control System To operate, simply press and release the appropriate HomeLink威 button. Activation will now occur for the trained product (garage door, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, or home or office lighting etc.). For convenience, the hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time. In the event that there are still programming difficulties, contact HomeLink威 at www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515.

Erasing HomeLink姞 buttons To erase the three programmed buttons (individual buttons cannot be erased): • Press and hold the two outer

HomeLink威 buttons until the red indicator light begins to flash-after 20 seconds. Release both buttons. Do not hold for longer that 30 seconds.

HomeLink威 is now in the train (or learning) mode and can be programmed at any time beginning with step 2 in the “Programming” section.

Reprogramming a single HomeLink姞 button To program a device to HomeLink威 using a HomeLink威 button previously trained, follow these steps: 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink威 button. Do NOT release the button. 2. The red indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the HomeLink威 button, follow step 2 in the “Programming” section. For questions or comments, contact HomeLink威 at www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515.

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CHECK

ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) The electronic message center only works when the ignition is in the ON position. The message center allows you to: • see problems such as door ajar, air suspension, trunk ajar, washer fluid low

LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR DISTANCE TO EMPTY TRIP

• see how many kilometers/miles you can drive before running out of fuel

AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF

DOOR AJAR

km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km AVG FUEL ECONOMY AVG SPEED

TRIP

• see when overdrive has been deactivated • monitor the average fuel economy • check the distance traveled during a trip on either Trip A or Trip B • monitor the average speed

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E/M

SELECT

RESET

E/M

SELECT

Selectable features

Reset Press this control to reset the selected message center function to zero. The only functions which can be reset are: • AVG ECON • TRIP A or TRIP B • AVG SPEED

E/M Press this control to switch the electronic instrument cluster display and the message center display from metric to English units.

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RESET

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SELECT

Select Each press of the SELECT control will select a different function. • Press the right side of the control

to advance the function to the right. • Press the left side of the control to advance the function to the left.

To reset any function: 1. Push either the right or left side of the SELECT control to choose the desired function. 2. Press the RESET control and the selected message center function will be reset to zero.

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RESET

E/M

Message center functions

DISTANCE TO EMPTY TRIP

DISTANCE TO EMPTY (DTE) This function estimates approximately how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions. Remember to turn the ignition OFF when refueling to allow this feature to correctly detect the added fuel. The DTE function will flash for 5 seconds and sound a tone for 1 second when you have approximately: • 80 km (50 miles) left before you run out of fuel • 40 km (25 miles) • 16 km (10 miles)

AVG FUEL ECONOMY AVG SPEED

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RESET

SELECT

The message center will remain in the DTE function until the SELECT control is pressed to change functions. DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy, which is based on your recent driving history of 800 km (500 miles). This value is not the same as the average fuel economy display. The running average fuel economy is reinitialized to a factory default value if the battery is disconnected. If “CO” or “CS” is displayed, there is a problem with the fuel indication system and you should contact your dealer for service as soon as possible. AVG FUEL ECONOMY (average fuel economy) Select this function to display your average fuel economy in liters/ 100 km or miles/gallon. If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing miles traveled by gallons used, your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons: • your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up • differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at • variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another • rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0.1 liter (gallons) Press the RESET control while AVG ECON is displayed to reset the function. The average displayed is the average since the last reset.

AVG FUEL ECONOMY AVG SPEED

DISTANCE TO EMPTY TRIP

service stations

SELECT

RESET

TRIP

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TRIP A and TRIP B These two functions allow you to see how far you have traveled since you last reset. Trip A and Trip B are completely independent and must be reset individually. To reset either trip feature to zero, press the RESET control while the appropriate trip distance feature (TRIP A or TRIP B) is displayed.

DISTANCE TO EMPTY TRIP

TRIP

AVG FUEL ECONOMY AVG SPEED

DISTANCE TO EMPTY TRIP

TRIP

AVG FUEL ECONOMY AVG SPEED

RESET

E/M

SELECT

AVG SPEED (average speed) Select this function to display your average speed in miles per hour or kilometers per hour. Your vehicle must be moving to calculate your average speed. When your vehicle is not moving, the average speed is displayed at 0 kilometers (0 miles) per hour.

AVG FUEL ECONOMY AVG SPEED

DISTANCE TO EMPTY TRIP

TRIP

INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL The remote trunk release control is located on the driver’s door trim panel and can be operated at any time. You can render the switch inoperable by locking the button with your master key.

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CELL PHONE USE The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However, drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when using such equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency situations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits. Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is not limited to cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, in vehicle communications systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios.

A driver’s first responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. The most important thing you can do to prevent a crash is to

avoid distractions and pay attention to the road. Wait until it is safe to operate Mobile Communications Equipment.

CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These include: • Utility compartment • Power point (inside storage bin) • Cupholders • Air vents to the rear seating positions (heat only)

Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision.

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT Position the driver floor mat so that the eyelet is over the pointed end of the retention post and rotate forward to lock in. Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal. To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure.

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KEYS The vehicle is equipped with a master (black) key and valet (gray) key lock system. The master key will access doors, trunk, glove box, ignition and remote trunk release. The valet key will access doors and ignition only. Before using this key, lock the trunk remote control to disable the Trunk remote control on the drivers door, then lock the glove compartment with your master key.

POWER DOOR LOCKS Press control to unlock all vehicle doors.

Press control to lock all vehicle doors.

Smart locks (if equipped) With the key in any ignition position, and either the driver’s or passenger’s door open, the doors cannot be locked using the power door lock switches. The vehicle may still be locked with the key in the ignition, and performing one of the following actions: • Pressing the manual lock button on the door. • Operating the remote entry transmitter (if equipped). • Operating the keyless entry keypad (if equipped). • Operating the driver’s door with a key.

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Childproof door locks When these locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside. The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the doors are unlocked. The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door. Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for both doors. Move lock control up to engage the childproof lock. Move control down to disengage childproof locks.

INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE Your vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartment release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the luggage compartment. Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle. To open the luggage compartment door (lid) from within the luggage compartment, pull the illuminated “T” shaped handle and push up on the trunk lid. The handle is composed of a material that will glow for hours in darkness following brief exposure to ambient light. The “T” shaped handle will be located either on the luggage compartment door (lid) or inside the luggage compartment near the tail lamps.

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Keep vehicle doors and luggage compartment

locked and keep keys and remote transmitters out of a child’s reach. Unsupervised children could lock themselves in the trunk and risk injury. Children should be taught not to play in vehicles.

On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can rise very quickly. Exposure of people or animals to these high

temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Small children are particularly at risk.

REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors without a key. The remote entry features operate with the ignition in any position, except in RUN, with the transmission not in either P (Park) or N (Neutral). If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are brought to the dealership, to aid in troubleshooting.

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Unlocking the doors Press this control to unlock the driver’s door. The interior lamps will illuminate. Press the control a second time within five seconds to unlock all doors.

Locking the doors Press this control to lock all doors. The horn will chirp and the parklamps/taillamps will flash to confirm the control was pressed.

Deactivating/activating the horn chirp and flash confirmation feature The horn chirp and flash confirmation feature can be turned on/off through the following procedure using the power door locks: You must complete steps 1-7 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, you must wait 30 seconds. 1. Turn the ignition key to ON. 2. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 3. Turn the ignition key from ON to OFF. 4. Press the power door unlock control three times. 5. Turn the ignition back to ON. The door locks will cycle lock/unlock. 6. With the ignition still in the ON position, press the unlock control twice.

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7. After a five to ten second delay, the door locks will cycle lock/unlock to confirm successful programming. 8. After having waited the necessary time for the programming to confirm, turn the ignition to OFF.

Sounding a panic alarm Press this control to activate the alarm. To deactivate the alarm, press the control again or turn the ignition to ACC or ON. Panic alarm will only operate with the ignition in the OFF position.

Opening the trunk Press the control once to open the trunk. Ensure that the trunk is closed and latched before driving your vehicle. Failure to latch the trunk may cause objects to fall out of the trunk or block the rear view. This feature will not work with the transmission out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) if the ignition is in either the ACC or ON position.

Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent.

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To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the remote entry transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVER AND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THE FRONT HOUSING OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER.

2. Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals on the back surface of the circuit board.

3. Remove the old battery. Note: Please refer to local regulations when disposing of transmitter batteries. 4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the diagram inside the remote entry transmitter for the correct orientation of the battery. Press the battery down to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity. 5. Snap the two halves back together. Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement.

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Replacing lost transmitters Take all your vehicle’s transmitters to your dealer if service is required. If a remote transmitter has been lost and you would like to remove it from the vehicle’s memory, or you would like to purchase additional remote transmitters and have them programmed to your vehicle: • Take all your vehicle’s

transmitters to your dealer for programming, or

• Perform the following programming procedure yourself: Place the key in the ignition and turn from 2 (LOCK) to 3 (OFF) and cycle between 3 (OFF) and 4 (ON) four times in rapid succession within 3 seconds. After doors lock/unlock, press any control on all transmitters (up to four). When completed, turn the ignition to 3 (OFF). All transmitters must be programmed at the same time. • When completed, turn the ignition to the 3 (OFF) position and wait at

least 20 seconds in order to use the recently programmed transmitter(s).

• All transmitters must be programmed during the same programming

cycle. A transmitter that is not programmed within the same programming cycle will be erased and will no longer operate your vehicle’s locks. If this occurs, you will have to reprogram all the transmitters again, as you cannot just “add” a transmitter.

Illuminated entry The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door(s) or sound the personal alarm. The system automatically turns off after 25 seconds after the UNLOCK button on the remote transmitter is pressed or when the ignition is turned to the START or ACC position. The dome lamp control (if equipped) must not be set to the OFF position for the illuminated entry system to operate.

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The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or • any door is open. The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the last door is closed or after 10 minutes if the door is left open.

Autolock (if equipped) This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when: • all doors are closed, • the ignition is in the ON position, • the brake pedal is depressed, • you shift into any gear. Relock The autolock feature repeats when: • ignition is in RUN • a door is opened and closed • the transmission is placed in reverse (R) or any drive gear, and then • the brake pedal is depressed and then released Deactivating/activating the autolock feature Before following the procedure, make sure that the ignition is OFF and all vehicle doors are closed. Automatic door locks can also be turned on/off through the following procedure: You must complete steps 1-7 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, you must wait 30 seconds. 1. Turn the ignition key to ON. 2. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 3. Turn the ignition key from ON to OFF. 4. Press the power door unlock control three times. 5. Turn the ignition back to ON. 6. The door locks will lock/unlock to confirm programming mode is entered/active.

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7. With the ignition still in the ON position, press the unlock control once. After a five to ten second delay, the door will lock/unlock to confirm successful programming. 8. After having waited the necessary time for the programming to confirm, turn the ignition to OFF. Once disabled, the autolock feature can be enabled by repeating the procedure in steps 1–8.

1 2

7 8

5 6

3 4

9 0

without using the key.

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) With the keyless entry keypad, you can: • lock or unlock the vehicle doors • open the trunk. See also Remote entry system in this chapter for more information. Your vehicle has a factory-set 5–digit code that operates the keyless entry system. You can also program your own 5–digit personal entry code. The factory-set code is located: • On the owner’s wallet card in the glove compartment, • Taped to the computer module, or • At your dealer. When using the keyless entry keypad, press the middle of each button in order to ensure a good activation.

Programming a personal entry code You can program up to three personal codes to unlock your vehicle. These codes do not replace the permanent code that the dealership gave you. To create your own personal entry code: 1. Enter the factory set code. Note: The keypad will illuminate when pressed. 2. Within five seconds press 1 • 2 on the keypad to enter the programming mode. 3. Enter your personal 5-digit code. Each number must be entered within five seconds of each other.

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Locks and Security 4. Press 1 • 2 to store the first personal code. 5. The doors will lock then unlock to confirm programming of the new code. To store a second personal code: 1. Enter the factory set code. 2. Within five seconds press 1 • 2 on the keypad to enter the programming mode. 3. Enter a second personal 5-digit code. Each number must be entered within five seconds of each other. 4. Press 3 • 4 to store the second personal code. 5. The doors will again lock then unlock to confirm programming of the new code. To store a third personal code: 1. Enter the factory set code. 2. Within five seconds press 1 • 2 on the keypad to enter the programming mode. 3. Enter a third personal 5-digit code. Each number must be entered within five seconds of each other. 4. Press 5 • 6 (or 7 • 8, or 9 • 0, or wait five seconds) to store the third personal code. 5. The doors will again lock then unlock to confirm programming of the new code. Tips: • Do not set a code that uses five of the same number. • Do not use five numbers in sequential order. • The factory set code will work even if you have set your own personal • If you set a second personal code it will erase your first personal code. Erasing personal code To erase all of the personal entry codes programmed to a vehicle: 1. Enter the factory-set code. 2. Press and release 1 • 2 within 5 seconds of step 1. 3. Press and hold 1 • 2 for two seconds. All of the vehicle doors will lock and then unlock to confirm erasure.

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Unlocking the doors and releasing the trunk with the keyless entry system To unlock the driver door, enter either the factory-set code or personal code (each digit pressed within 5 seconds of prior digit). The interior lamps will illuminate. • To unlock all doors, enter the factory-set code or personal code • To release the trunk, enter the factory-set code or personal code

(driver door unlocks) and press 3 • 4 within five seconds. (driver door unlocks) and press 5 • 6 within five seconds.

After the factory-set code or personal code has been entered, you can unlock all doors (press 3 • 4) and release the trunk (press 5 • 6) as long as the controls are pressed within 5 seconds of each other. Locking doors with the keyless entry system It is not necessary to enter the factory-set code prior to locking all doors. To lock the doors, press 7 • 8 and press 9 • 0 at the same time. SECURILOCK姟 PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock娂 passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization system. This system is designed to prevent the engine from being started unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used. The SecuriLock娂 passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection.

THEFT INDICATOR The theft indicator is the flashing red indicator located on the dash panel. • When the ignition is in the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position, the indicator will

flash once every 2 seconds to indicate the SecuriLock娂 system is functioning as a theft deterrent.

• When the ignition is in the 3 (ON) position, the indicator will glow for

3 seconds to indicate normal system functionality.

If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock娂 system, the indicator will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the 3 (ON) position. If this occurs, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer for service.

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Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the 3
(OFF) or 2 (LOCK) position. The indicator on the instrument panel will flash every two seconds when the vehicle is armed.

Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the 4 (ON) position with a coded key disarms the vehicle. The indicator on the instrument will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. If the indicator stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your dealership or a qualified technician.

Key information Your vehicle is supplied with two coded keys (or three, if your vehicle is equipped with the valet feature). Only a coded key will start your vehicle. Spare coded keys can be purchased from your dealership. Your dealership can program your key or you can “do it yourself.” Refer to Programming spare keys. The following items may prevent the vehicle from starting: • Large metallic objects • Electronic devices on the key chain that can be used to purchase • A second key on the same key ring as the coded key If any of these items are present, you need to keep these objects from touching the coded key while starting the engine. These objects and devices cannot damage the coded key, but can cause a momentary “no start” condition if they are too close to the key during engine start. If a problem occurs, turn ignition OFF and restart the engine with all other objects on the key ring held away from the ignition key. Check to make sure the coded key is an approved Ford coded key.

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If your keys are lost or stolen you will need to do the following: • Use your spare key to start the vehicle, or • Have your vehicle towed to a dealership or a locksmith. The key codes will need to be erased from your vehicle and new key codes will need to be re-coded.

Replacing coded keys can be very costly and you may want to store an extra programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to prevent an unforeseen inconvenience. The correct coded key must be used for your vehicle. The use of the wrong type of coded key may lead to a “no start” condition. If an unprogrammed key is used in the ignition it will cause a “no start” condition.

Programming spare keys A maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle. Only SecuriLock娂 keys can be used. To program a coded key yourself, you will need two previously programmed coded keys (keys that already operate your vehicle’s engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible for timely implementation of each step in the procedure. If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you must bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the spare coded key(s) programmed. Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin. 1. Insert the first previously programmed coded key into the ignition and turn the ignition from 3
(OFF) to 4 (ON) (maintain ignition in 4 (ON) for at least one second). 2. Turn ignition to 3 (OFF) then 2
(LOCK) and remove the first coded key from the ignition. 3. Within ten seconds of removing the first coded key, insert the second previously programmed coded key into the ignition and turn the ignition from 3 (OFF) to 4 (ON) (maintain ignition in 4 (ON) for at least one second but no more than ten seconds).

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4. Turn the ignition to 3 (OFF) then 2 (LOCK) and remove the second coded key from the ignition. 5. Within twenty seconds of removing the second coded key, insert the new unprogrammed key (new key) into the ignition and turn the ignition from 3 (OFF) to 4 (ON) (maintain ignition in 4 (ON) for at least one second). This step will program your new key. 6. To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), wait at least 20
seconds and repeat this procedure from Step 1. If successful, the new coded key(s) will start the vehicle’s engine and the theft indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. If not successful, the new coded key(s) will not start the vehicle’s engine and the theft indicator will flash on and off. You may repeat Steps 1
through 6. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the new spare key(s) programmed.

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Seating and Safety Restraints

SEATING

Adjustable head restraints Your vehicle’s seats are equipped with head restraints which are vertically adjustable. The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision. To properly adjust your head restraints, lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible. Refer to the following to raise and lower the head restraints. The head restraints can be moved up and down.

Push control to lower head restraint.

Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped)

Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving.

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips.

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Lift handle to move seat forward or backward.

Pull lever up to adjust seatback.

Using the manual recline function (if equipped)

Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving.

Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop.

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips.

Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the

event of a collision.

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To adjust the front seatback using the manual recliner: • Lift and hold the handle located • Lean against the seatback to

on the side of the seat.

adjust it to your desired position. You can recline the seat back or bring it forward.

• Release the handle when the desired position has been reached. Using the power lumbar support (if equipped) The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Press one side of the control to adjust firmness. Press the other side of the control to adjust softness. Heated seats (if equipped) To operate the heated seats: • Push the indicated side of the control for maximum heat. • Push again to deactivate.

• Push the indicated side of the control for minimum heat. • Push again to deactivate.

The heated seat module resets at every ignition run cycle. While the ignition is in the run position, activating the high or low heated seat switch enables heating mode. When activated, they will turn off automatically when the ignition is turned to the OFF position. The indicator light will illuminate when the heated seats have been activated.

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Adjusting the power front seats – door mounted controls (if equipped) The controls for the power seats are located on the inside of each front door.

Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving.

Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop.

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips.

Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the

event of a collision.

Press the control to recline the seatback forward or backward.

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Press to move the seat forward or backward.

Press to move the front portion of the seat cushion up or down.

Press to move the rear portion of the seat cushion up or down.

SAFETY RESTRAINTS

Personal Safety System The Personal Safety System provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help further reduce the risk of air bag-related injuries. The system is able to analyze different occupant conditions and crash severity before activating the appropriate safety devices to help better protect a range of occupants in a variety of frontal crash situations.

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Your vehicle’s Personal Safety System consists of the following items: • Driver and passenger dual-stage air bag supplemental restraints • Driver and front passenger side air bags (if equipped) • Front safety belts with pretensioners, energy management retractors, and safety belt usage sensors • Driver’s seat position sensor • Front crash severity sensor • Restraints Control Module (RCM) with impact and safing sensors • Restraint system warning light and back-up tone • The electrical wiring for the air bags, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt usage sensors, driver seat position sensor, and indicator lights

How does the Personal Safety System work? The Personal Safety System can adapt the deployment strategy of your vehicle’s safety devices according to crash severity and occupant conditions. A collection of crash and occupant sensors provides information to the Restraints control module (RCM). During a crash, the RCM activates the safety belt pretensioners and/or either one or both stages of the dual-stage air bag supplemental restraints based on crash severity and occupant conditions. The fact that the pretensioners or air bags did not activate for both front seat occupants in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system. Rather, it means the Personal Safety System determined the accident conditions (crash severity, belt usage, etc.) were not appropriate to activate these safety devices. Front air bags and pretensioners are designed to activate only in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollovers, side-impacts, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. Driver and passenger dual-stage air bag supplemental restraints The dual-stage air bags offer the capability to tailor the level of air bag inflation energy. A lower, less forceful energy level is provided for more common, moderate-severity impacts. A higher energy level is used for the most severe impacts. Refer to Air bag supplemental restraints section in this chapter. Front crash severity sensor The front crash severity sensor enhances the ability to detect the severity of an impact. Positioned up front, it provides valuable

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information early in the crash event on the severity of the impact. This allows your Personal Safety System to distinguish between different levels of crash severity and modify the deployment strategy of the dual-stage air bags and safety belt pretensioners. Driver’s seat position sensor The driver’s seat position sensor allows your Personal Safety System to tailor the deployment level of the driver dual-stage air bag based on seat position. The system is designed to help protect smaller drivers sitting close to the driver air bag by providing a lower air bag output level. Front safety belt usage sensors The front safety belt usage sensors detect whether or not the driver and front outboard passenger safety belts are fastened. This information allows your Personal Safety System to tailor the air bag deployment and safety belt pretensioner activation depending upon safety belt usage. Refer to Safety belt section in this chapter. Front safety belt pretensioners The safety belt pretensioners at the front outboard seating positions are designed to tighten the safety belts firmly against the occupant’s body during a frontal or near-frontal collision. This maximizes the effectiveness of the safety belts and helps properly position the occupant relative to the air bag to improve protection. The safety belt pretensioners can be either activated alone or, if the collision is of sufficient severity, together with the air bags. Front safety belt energy management retractors The front outboard safety belt energy management retractors allow webbing to be pulled out of the retractor in a gradual and controlled manner in response to the occupant’s forward momentum. This helps reduce the risk of force-related injuries to the occupant’s chest by limiting the load on the occupant. Refer to Energy management feature section in this chapter. Determining if the Personal Safety System is operational The Personal Safety System uses a warning light in the instrument cluster or a back-up tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to the Warning light section in the Instrument cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the Personal Safety System is not required. The Restraints control module (RCM) monitors its own internal circuits and the circuits for the air bag supplemental restraints, crash sensor(s),

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safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt buckle sensors, and the driver seat position sensor. In addition, the RCM also monitors the restraints warning light in the instrument cluster. A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following. • The warning light will either flash or stay lit. • The warning light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is • A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat

turned on.

periodically until the problem and warning light are repaired.

If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the Personal Safety System serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision.

Safety restraints precautions

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips.

To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit in the back seat where they can be properly restrained.

Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from

injury in a collision.

All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag

supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided.

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 seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly.

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In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a safety belt.

Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that

are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm. 2) Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder. 3) Never use a single belt for more than one person.

Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints.

Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check

seat covers and buckles before you place a child anywhere near them.

Combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle.

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2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle.

Energy management feature • This vehicle has a seat belt system with an energy management

feature at the front outboard seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head-on collision. • This seat belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to pay out webbing in a controlled manner. This feature is designed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant’s chest.

The front outboard and rear safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The front outboard passenger and rear seat safety belts have three types of locking modes described below:

Vehicle sensitive mode This is the normal retractor mode, which allows free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 8 km/h (5 mph) or more, the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers. Webbing extraction sensitive mode The webbing sensitive locking mode locks the webbing and prevents