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HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps.

Turns the headlamps on.

Autolamp system (if equipped) The autolamp system sets the headlamps to turn on and off automatically. The autolamp control, located on the headlamp control, may be set to: • turn on the lamps automatically • turn off the lamps automatically during the daylight • keep the lamps on for up to three minutes after the key is turned to

at night

OFF.

To turn the autolamps on, rotate the control counterclockwise to

and

Foglamp control (if equipped) The foglamps can be turned on only when the headlamp control is in position and the the high beams are not turned on. Pull headlamp control towards you to turn foglamps on. The foglamp will illuminate indicator light when foglamp is activated. Push the headlamp control towards the instrument panel to deactivate the foglamps.

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High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate. Pull the lever towards you to deactivate.

Flash to pass Pull the lever toward you to activate. Release the lever to deactivate.

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Move the control up and down to adjust the intensity of the panel lighting. Operates only when the exterior lights are switched on. Move the control to the full upright position (past detent) to turn on the interior lamps. Move the control to the full down position (past detent) to prevent interior lamps from illuminating when the doors are opened. Note: On some models, when the instrument panel dimmer switch is rotated all the way up (past the detent), turning on the interior dome lamp, the exterior rear cargo lamp is also turned on.

AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed before leaving the assembly plant. If your vehicle is involved in an accident or if you have problems fixing the alignment of your headlamps, have them checked by a qualified service technician.

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ground

Headlamp aim adjustment The headlamps on your vehicle can only be vertically adjusted. Your vehicle does not require horizontal aim adjustments. To adjust the headlamps: 1. Park your vehicle on a level surface about 25 feet (7.6 meters) away from a vertical plain surface (3). Check your headlamp alignment at night or in a dark area so that you can see the headlamp beam pattern. • (1) Eight feet • (2) Center height of lamp to • (3) Twenty-five feet • (4) Horizontal reference line 2. The center of the headlamp has a 3.0 mm circle on the lens. Measure the height from the center of your headlamp to the ground (2) and mark an 8 foot (2.4 meter) long horizontal line on the plain surface (1) at this height (masking tape works well). 3. Turn on the low beam headlamps. The brightest part of the light should be below the horizontal line (4). If it is above the line the headlamp will need to be adjusted. 4. Open the hood.

5. Locate the vertical adjuster for each headlamp. Adjust the aim by turning the adjuster control either clockwise (to adjust down) or counterclockwise (to adjust up). Note: Use a 4 mm socket or box wrench to turn the vertical adjuster control. 6. Horizontal aiming is not required for this vehicle and is non-adjustable.

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TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the left • Push up to activate the right turn

turn signal.

signal.

INTERIOR LAMPS

Courtesy/reading lamps The courtesy lamp lights when: • any door is opened. • the instrument panel dimmer • the UNLOCK control of the remote entry transmitter is pressed and the ignition is OFF.

switch is rotated past the detent.

The reading lamps can be turned on by pressing the rocker controls next to each lamp. If equipped with Remote Keyless Entry, the courtesy lamp will illuminate whenever any door is opened and will remain on for 25 seconds after the door is shut or when the ignition is turned to the ON position. BULBS

Headlamp Condensation The headlamps are vented to equalize pressure. When moist air enters the headlamp(s) through the vents, there is a possibility that condensation can occur. This condensation is normal and will clear within 45 minutes of headlamp operation. Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of the bulbs frequently. To replace any of the interior bulbs, see a dealer or qualified technician. Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.

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Replacement bulbs Function

Headlamps Park/turn/side marker lamps Rear stop/tail/turn lamps Backup lamps Hi-mount brake lamp Foglamps Rear license plate lamps Overhead map lamps

Number of

Trade number

bulbs

9007

3157 AK (Amber)

3157K 3156K

922
9145
168

PC579

(XU5B-13466–AA)

Cargo lamp Map lamps Dome lamp Front door courtesy lamp (if equipped) Ashtray lamp All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights – see your dealer.

906
168

161

211–2

168 (T10)

Replacing headlamp bulbs To remove the headlamp bulb: 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then lift hood and remove the plastic headlamp cover. 2. At the back of the headlamp, remove the two retainer pins then pull headlamp forward.

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3. Disconnect the electrical connector.

4. Remove the bulb retaining ring.

5. Carefully pull the old bulb out of the lamp assembly.

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.

Reverse steps to reinstall the bulb(s). Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and open the hood. 2. Remove screw from the lamp assembly. 3. Disengage lamp assembly.

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4. Remove the bulb socket. 5. Carefully pull bulb straight out of socket and push in the new bulb.

Reverse steps to reinstall the bulb(s). Replacing tail lamp/turn/backup lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and lower the tailgate to expose the lamp assembly. 2. Remove the three rubber plugs, screws and the lamp assembly from vehicle. 3. Rotate bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly. 4. Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket.

Reverse steps to reinstall the bulb(s).

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Replacing foglamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and then remove the splash shield, by removing the two screws on the front of the fenderwell. 2. Remove the bulb socket from the foglamp by turning counterclockwise. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the foglamp bulb. Reverse steps to reinstall the bulb(s). Replacing high-mount brakelamp and cargo lamp bulbs To remove the brakelamp assembly: 1. Remove the two screws and lamp assembly from vehicle. 2. Remove the bulb socket from lamp assembly by turning it counterclockwise and pull the bulb straight out.

Reverse steps to reinstall the bulb(s). Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position, then remove the license plate assembly. 2. Remove the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by turning it counterclockwise and pulling the bulb straight out.

Reverse steps to reinstall the bulb(s).

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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. Speed dependent wipers: When the wiper control is on, the speed of the wipers will automatically adjust with the vehicle speed. The faster your vehicle is travelling the faster the wipers will go. 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.

Changing the wiper blades 1. Pull the wiper arm away from the vehicle. Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm. Push the lock pin manually to release the blade and pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove it from the arm. 2. Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and press it into place until a click is heard. Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optimum performance. Poor wiper quality can sometimes be improved by cleaning the wiper blades, refer to Windows and wiper blades in the Cleaning chapter.

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To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended to scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. The layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the wiper rubber element. TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED) 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.

CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These include: • Utility compartment with compact disc storage • Auxiliary power point • Cupholders • Ashcup (if equipped) • Removable utility bag • Writing surface with note pad • Coin holder • Armrest

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

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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.

OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary depending on your option package.

Storage compartment (if equipped) Press the OPEN control to open the door slightly. Pull the door down to open. The storage compartment may be used to secure sunglasses or a similar object.

Install a garage door opener (if equipped) The storage compartment can be used to hold a variety of aftermarket garage door openers. To install your garage door opener:

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1. Open the storage compartment door. 2. Remove the storage clip and stow it away.

3. Place the Velcro娂 strip onto the back of the garage door opener control. 4. Adhere the back of garage door opener control to the Velcro娂 strip found inside the storage compartment. Make sure that the controls for the garage door opener face outward. 5. Place the height adjusters onto the back of the storage compartment door. Add as many adjusters as needed to activate the garage door opener. 6. Close the storage compartment door and press the garage door opener control to verify that it works. If not, you may need to add more adjusters.

AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC) Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlet for this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. 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.

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• Without a full console:

Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element (if equipped). To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s) over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC/180W. To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is not running. Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used. Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if equipped) Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket. Do not hold the lighter in with your hand while it is heating, this will damage the lighter element and socket. The lighter will be released from its heating position when it is ready to be used. Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not covered by your warranty.

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Truck bed auxiliary power point An additional auxiliary power point is located in the bed of the truck. Lift the cover to access the auxiliary power point.

POWER WINDOWS

Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children play with the power windows. They may seriously injure

themselves.

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 AUTO and release quickly. Press again 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.

Accessory delay With accessory delay, the radio, windows, and moonroof operate for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned from the ON to the OFF position or until any door is opened.

Power Down Back Window To operate the Power Down Back window, the ignition switch must be in the ON or ACCESSORY position (or with accessory delay power enabled). The power down back window has three window position selections: • Fully open • Vent • Fully closed Turn control counter-clockwise and release to lower window all the way to the full open position.

All rear seat occupants and/or cargo must be properly restrained and clear of the back window opening before operating the

power down rear window.

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Turn control clockwise and release to raise the window all the way to the full closed position. Push control once to move window (up or down) to the vent position (opens approximately 2.00 inches for cab ventilation). If the window is already in the vent position and the control is pressed, no movement will occur.

Normal Operation If an “up” command is selected and the ignition is switched to OFF or START during window travel, the window will (or with accessory delay power enabled): • stop if it is between the vent position and fully closed or • continue to move up to the vent position if it is between vent and fully

open.

If a “down” or “vent” command is selected and the ignition is switched to OFF or START during window travel (or with accessory delay power enabled), the window will move to the fully open or vent position and then stop. The “down” command is the only one allowed after the ignition has been switched to OFF or START (or with accessory delay power enabled) while the window is moving. Bounce-Back When the back window is moving upward and an obstacle interferes with the window’s movement, the back window will reverse direction and move toward the fully open position. This is known as “bounce-back”. Security Override If, during a bounce-back condition, the control is held in the clockwise (“up”) direction for at least two seconds, the back window will travel up with no bounce-back protection. If the control is released before the window reaches fully closed or the ignition is switched to OFF or START (or with accessory delay power enabled), the back window will reverse direction with bounce-back re-enabled. The following are possible reasons for using the security override: • Ice on the window causing a restriction.

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AUTOMATIC DIMMING REAR VIEW MIRROR Your vehicle may be equipped with an inside rear view mirror with an auto-dimming feature. When the auto-dimming mirror is turned on, as indicated by an illuminated green LED to the left of the button on mirror, it will detect bright lights(glare) from behind the vehicle, and will change from the normal, high reflective state, to the darkened state to minimize glare. When the auto-dimming mirror is turned on, it will automatically return to the normal, high reflective, state whenever the vehicle is placed in R (Reverse) to ensure a clear view while backing up. Do not block the sensor located to the right of the mirror button or the sensor located on the back side of the mirror as this may impair mirror performance.

to adjust the left to adjust the right

Power side view mirrors (if equipped) 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 disable the adjust function.

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

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

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.

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3. Press the SET ACC control and release it. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. 5. The indicator light instrument cluster will turn on.

on the

steep hill.

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

may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed.

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

Resuming a set speed Press the RSM (resume) control and release it. This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed. The RSM control will not work if the vehicle speed is not faster than 30 mph (48 km/h).

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

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

vehicle reaches that speed, press and release the SET ACC control.

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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 mph (1.6 km/h).

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

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.

MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) The moon roof control is located on the overhead console.

Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave children unattended in the vehicle. They may seriously hurt themselves.

Note: The moon roof will open to the “comfort” position first before opening all the way. The “comfort” position helps to alleviate rumbling wind noise which may happen in the vehicle with the roof fully opened.

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control

control. The moon roof will

control until the glass panel stops moving. When fully

To open the moon roof: the moon roof is equipped with a one-touch open feature. Press and release the open to the “comfort” position. Press and release the control again to fully open. To stop the one-touch open feature press the again. To close the moon roof: press and hold the closed, the rear portion of the glass panel will appear higher than the front portion. control. The moon To vent the moon roof: press and hold the roof must be in the closed position in order to move it into the vent position. To close, press and hold the control until the glass panel stops moving. The moon roof sliding shade can be opened or closed manually. The glass panel must be closed in order to move the sliding shade. Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is installed, the moon roof positions will need to be reset. To reset the moon roof positions, move the moon roof into the vent position.

When closing the moon roof, you should verify that it is free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the

proximity of the moon roof opening.

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OPEN

LAMP

MODE

GARAGE

ELECTRONIC COMPASS AND OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY (IF EQUIPPED) This display provides the outside temperature in °F (Fahrenheit) or °C (Centigrade) and one of the eight compass headings to indicate the direction the vehicle is facing. Outside temperature display Press the MODE control to turn on the display. Press the MODE control again to change from °F to °C. Press the MODE control again to turn off the display. If the outside temperature drops below 38° F (4° C) the word “ICE” will flash in the display alternately with the outside temperature for approximately one minute. Electronic compass As an orientation aid, the compass direction abbreviations are displayed here. If you suspect that the compass is not operating correctly, it can be recalibrated. Note: The compass reading may be affected when driving near large buildings, bridges, power lines and broadcast antennas. Magnetic or metallic objects placed on or in the vehicle may also affect the compass reading. • Adjusting the compass Note: The ignition must be in the ON position.

73° NW

LAMP

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1. Press and hold the MODE control until “VAR” appears in the display. The current location number should be displayed.

2. Press the MODE control repeatedly until your desired location number appears in the display. Use this zone map to determine which location number you should be using.

LAMP

MODE

LAMP

9 VAR

23

15

14
13
12

7 8 9 1011

• Adjusting the calibration of the compass Note: To adjust the calibration find an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines. 1. Press and hold the MODE control until “CAL” appears in the display then release the control. 2. Drive slowly (less than 3 mph [5 km/h]) in circles until “CAL” disappears from the display (approximately 2 or 3 circles).

CAL

MODE

LAMP

LAMP

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POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT Position the floor mat so that the eyelets are over the pointed end of the retention posts and rotate forward to lock in. Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal.

TAILGATE LOCK The tailgate lock is designed to prevent theft of the tailgate. • Insert ignition key and turn to the • Turn ignition key to the left to

right to lock.

unlock.

TAILGATE REMOVAL Your tailgate is removable to allow more room for loading. 1. Lower the tailgate. 2. Use a screwdriver to pry the spring clip (on each connector) past the head of the support screw. Disconnect the cables. 3. Lift tailgate to a 45–degree angle and remove it from the left and right hinges. To install, follow the removal procedures in reverse order.

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EXTERIOR TIEDOWN HOOKS Exterior tiedown hooks mounted on the side of the pickup box: • can be used to secure loads • can be used to secure half the

within the pickup box.

tonneau cover in an open position.

• allow for continued use of the

stake pockets.

Each tiedown hook can secure loads of up to 770 lb. (350 kg) inside the pickup box (total load not to exceed box payload of 2,200 lb. [1000 kg ]). Loads can be secured to the hooks with up to three wraps of 10 mm rope.

CARGO CAGE (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a cargo cage designed to extend the pickup box for larger loads. To extend the cargo cage: 1. Lower tailgate. 2. Pull the round knobs on each side of the cargo cage to release it from the pickup box. Red markings behind the knobs indicate the unlocked position. 3. Lift the cargo cage over on to the tailgate. 4. Evenly push down on the cargo cage and push the round knobs in on each side locking it in place. To stow the cargo cage, follow steps one through four in reverse order. The cargo cage may be used to secure a load of up to 100 lb. (46 kg) on the tailgate.

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The cargo cage should always be kept in the stowed position with the tailgate closed when not in use. Activating Cargo Cage Theft Deterrent Device: The following procedure can be done with the cargo cage in the stowed or extended position. 1. Locate the Phillips head screw in the middle of the vertical brace on the locking clip. 2. Turn the screw counterclockwise until you hear an audible click. 3. To deactivate, turn the screw clockwise until the locking clip moves freely. To remove the cargo cage: 1. Extend the cargo cage. 2. Pull the round knobs on each side of the cage to unlock it. Make sure the locking clip screws are loose before removing the cargo cage. 3. Press the locking clips below the middle bar and lift the cargo cage out of the channels on the “D” pillar. To install the cargo cage, follow the removal procedure in reverse order.

TONNEAU COVER (IF EQUIPPED) The tonneau cover has been designed to maximize fuel economy and should be fully installed whenever possible. The rear panel can be folded in half and secured behind the cab, or the whole cover can be removed completely from the vehicle. To avoid damage to the cover, do not operate the vehicle unless the cover is fully installed, or securely stowed. To avoid damage to the cover, do not stand, sit or load anything on top of the cover.

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and unlock the front panel.

To open the front panel: • Open the driver side lock cover • Lift the panel to access items in • To close, lower the panel down

the pickup box near the cab.

on the pickup box.

The panel will automatically lock when lowered onto the pickup box. Do not drive with front panel unlocked or folded on top of the rear panel. To open the rear panel: • Open the lock cover and unlock • Lift the rear panel to access items • To close, lower the rear panel on

in the pickup box.

the rear panel.

the pickup box.

The panel will automatically lock when lowered onto the pickup box. To stow the rear panel: • Before driving with the rear panel • Lift the rear panel up, lay it on top of the front panel and secure it with the two straps to the exterior tiedowns on the pickup box.

open, unlock the rear panel.

Failure to secure the rear panel could damage the tonneau cover or vehicle.

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To remove the tonneau cover: The tonneau cover weighs 70 lb. (29 kg) and needs to be supported during removal since the panels will automatically lock when set down on the pickup box. This is a two person operation. • Unlock and support the front and • Fold the rear panel on top of the • Pull the release levers on the underside of the tonneau cover from the

rear panels.

front panel.

pickup box and remove the cover.

For installation of the tonneau cover, reverse the removal procedure.

Interior tonneau cover release Your vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior tonneau cover release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the pickup box. Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle. To open the tonneau cover from the inside, pull the “T” shaped handle and push up on the tonneau cover panel. The handle is composed of a material that will glow for hours in darkness following brief exposure to ambient light. The “T” shaped handle is located on the tonneau cover panel.

Keep vehicle doors and tonneau cover locked and keep keys and remote transmitters out of a child’s reach. Unsupervised children

could lock themselves in the box and risk injury. Children should be taught not to play in vehicles.

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On hot days, the temperature in the pickup box 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.

LUGGAGE RACK Your vehicle is equipped with a roof rack without cross bars. The maximum recommended load is 100 lbs. (44 kg), evenly distributed. If it is not possible to distribute the load, position it as far rearward as possible. Use the tiedown loops to secure the load.

Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity, may handle differently than unloaded vehicles. Extra precautions, such as

slower speeds and increased stopping distance, should be taken when driving a heavily loaded vehicle.

Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and four-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a

lower center of gravity. Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sport cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off-road conditions. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles. Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increase risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.

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KEYS The key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacement keys are available from your dealer. You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in case you require it in an emergency. Refer to the SecuriLock娂 passive anti-theft system section in this chapter for more information.

POWER DOOR LOCKS The power door lock controls are located on the driver and front passenger door panels. • Pressing the • Pressing the

will unlock all

will lock all the

the doors.

doors.

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 • Move control down to disengage

the childproof lock.

childproof locks.

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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 typical operating range for your remote entry transmitter is approximately 33 feet (10 meters). A decrease in operating range could be caused by: • weather conditions, • nearby radio towers, • structures around the vehicle, or • other vehicles parked next to your vehicle. Your vehicle is equipped with a remote entry system which allows you to: • unlock the vehicle doors without • lock all the vehicle doors without • activate the personal alarm.

a key.

a key.

If there are problems with the remote entry system, make sure to take ALL remote entry transmitters with you to the dealership in order to aid in troubleshooting the problem.

Unlocking the doors 1. Press lamps will illuminate. 2. Press doors.

and release to unlock the driver’s door. Note: The interior

and release again within three seconds to unlock all the

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The remote entry system activates the illuminated entry feature. This feature turns on the interior lamps for 25 seconds or until the ignition is turned to the 4 (ON) position. If the dome lamp control is in the off position the illuminated entry feature will not work. The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on using the dimmer control or • any door is open. The battery saver feature will turn off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the ignition is turned to the 3 (OFF) position.

Locking the doors and release to lock all the doors. Note: The interior lamps 1. Press will turn off (unless the dome lamp control is in the full-up position), and the lamps will flash. 2. Press doors are closed and locked. Note: The doors will lock again, the horn will chirp once and the lamps will flash. If any of the doors are not properly closed the horn will make two quick chirps.

and release again within three seconds to confirm that all the

to activate the alarm. The horn will sound for a maximum of

Sounding a panic alarm Press 30 seconds and the parklamps will flash for a maximum of 3 minutes. Press again or turn the ignition to the 4 (ON) position to deactivate, or wait for the alarm to timeout in 3 minutes. Note: The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in either the 3 (OFF) or the 1 (ACCESSORY) 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. Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammed because you lost one, or would like to buy additional remote entry transmitters, you can either reprogram them yourself, or take all remote entry transmitters to your authorized dealer for reprogramming. How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters You must have all remote entry transmitters (maximum of four) available before beginning this procedure.

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To reprogram the remote entry transmitters: 1. Ensure the vehicle is electronically unlocked. 2. Put the key in the ignition. 3. Turn the key from the 2 (LOCK) position to 3 (OFF). 4. Cycle eight times rapidly (within 10 seconds) between the 3 (OFF) position and 4 (ON). Note: The eighth turn must end in the 4 (ON) position. 5. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that the programming mode has been activated. 6. Within 20 seconds press any button on the remote entry transmitter. Note: If more than 20 seconds have passed you will need to start the procedure over again. 7. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that this remote entry transmitter has been programmed. 8. Repeat Step 6 to program each additional remote entry transmitter. 9. Turn the ignition to the 3 (OFF) position after you have finished programming all of the remote entry transmitters. Note: After 20
seconds, you will automatically exit the programming mode. 10. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that the programming mode has been exited.

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) You can use the keyless entry keypad to lock or unlock the doors without using a key. The keypad can be operated with the factory set 5–digit entry code; this code is located on the owner’s wallet card in the glove box, is marked on the computer module, and is available from your authorized dealer. You can also create your own 5–digit personal entry code. When pressing the controls on the keypad, press the middle of the controls to ensure a good activation.

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Programming a personal entry code To create your own personal entry code: 1. Enter the factory set code. 2. Within five seconds press the 1 • 2 on the keypad. 3. Enter your personal 5-digit code. Each number must be entered within five seconds of each other. 4. The doors will again lock then unlock to confirm that your personal keycode has been programmed to the module. 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 1. Enter the factory set 5–digit code. 2. Press and release 1 • 2 then, 3. Press and hold the 1 • 2 for two seconds. This must be done within five seconds of completing Step 1. Your personal code is now erased and only the factory set 5–digit code will work.

code.

Anti-scan feature If an incorrect code has been entered 7 times (35 consecutive button presses), the keypad will go into an anti-scan mode. This mode disables the keypad for one minute and the keypad lamp will flash during this time. The anti-scan feature will turn off after: • one minute of keypad inactivity. • pressing the • the ignition is turned to the 4 (ON) position.

control on the remote entry transmitter.

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Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry keypad To unlock the driver’s door, enter the factory set 5-digit code or your personal code. Each number must be pressed within five seconds of each other. Note: The driver’s door will unlock and the interior lamps will illuminate after the factory set 5-digit code or your personal code are correctly entered. To unlock all doors, press the 3 • 4 control within five seconds. To lock all doors, press the 7 • 8 and the 9 • 0 at the same time. You do not need to enter the keypad code first. Note: The interior lamps will turn off.

closed, and

Autolock (if equipped) This feature will automatically lock all the doors when: • all the doors are closed, • the ignition is in the 4 (ON) position, • the gearshift lever is shifted into, then out of, R (Reverse) and then • the brake pedal is released. This feature will also automatically relock all the doors when: • the ignition is in the 4 (ON) position and any door is opened then • you put the vehicle in motion by releasing the brake pedal. Deactivating/reactivating the autolock feature The autolock feature can be deactivated/reactivated using the following two methods: • keyless entry keypad, or • ignition lock cylinder and interior power door locks control. To deactivate/reactivate the autolock feature using the keypad Your vehicle comes with the autolock feature activated. To deactivate/reactivate this feature: 1. Turn the ignition to the 3 (OFF) position. 2. Close all the doors. 3. Enter the 5-digit entry code. 4. Press and hold the 7 • 8. While holding the 7 • 8, press the 3 • 4
within five seconds.

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Locks and Security 5. Within 5 seconds of Step 4, release the 3 • 4. 6. Within 5 seconds of Step 5, Release the 7 • 8. The horn will chirp once when the system has been successfully deactivated. The horn will chirp twice (one short and one long chirp) when the system has been successfully reactivated. To deactivate/reactivate the autolock feature using the ignition lock cylinder and interior power door locks control 1. Close all the doors. 2. Ensure that the ignition is in the 3 (OFF) position. 3. Note: Steps 4 through 8 must be carried out within 30 seconds. Turn the ignition from the 3 (OFF) to the 4 (ON) position. 4. Press the power door locks 5. Turn the ignition lock from the 4 (ON) to the 3 (OFF) position. 6. Press the power door locks 7. Turn the ignition from the 3 (OFF) to the 4 (ON) position. 8. Ensure the vehicle’s horn chirps. This chirp indicates the feature is in an enable/disable mode and ready to accept program changes. 9. Press the power door locks (lock) control once, in order to toggle the autolock feature. 10. Ensure that the horn chirps once; there should only be one horn chirp, indicating that the autolock feature has been deactivated. If one chirp is heard, followed by a longer sound of the horn, the autolock feature has been reactivated. 11. Turn the ignition to the 3 (OFF) position, or wait two minutes, in order to exit the enable/disable mode. 12. Exit the vehicle and ensure the horn chirps once to indicate that a feature has been changed and the autolock feature has been toggled.

(unlock) control once, then the

(unlock) control three times.

(unlock) control three times.

SECURILOCK姟 PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock娂 passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization system. This system is designed to help prevent the engine from being started unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used. The use of the wrong type of coded key may lead to a “no-start” condition. Your vehicle comes with two coded keys; additional coded keys may be purchased from your dealer. The dealer can program your spare keys to

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your vehicle or you can program the keys yourself. Refer to Programming spare keys for instructions on how to program the coded key. Note: 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. Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the same key chain may cause vehicle starting issues. You need to prevent these objects from touching the coded key while starting the engine. These objects will not cause damage to the coded key, but may cause a momentary issue if they are too close to the key when starting the engine. If a problem occurs, turn the ignition off, remove all objects on the key chain away from the coded key and restart the engine.

Theft indicator The theft indicator is located in the instrument cluster. • When the ignition is in the 2 (LOCK) position, the THEFT 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 4 (ON) position, the THEFT indicator will

glow for 3 seconds, then turn off 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 4 (ON) position. If this occurs, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer for service.

Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the 3
(OFF) position. The THEFT indicator will flash every two seconds when the vehicle is armed.

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Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the 4 (ON) position with a coded key disarms the vehicle. • The THEFT indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go • If the THEFT indicator stays on for an extended period of time or

out.

flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your dealer.

Replacement keys If your keys are lost or stolen and you don’t have an extra coded key, you will need to have your vehicle towed to a dealership. The key codes need to be erased from your vehicle and new coded keys will need to be programmed. Replacing coded keys can be very costly. Store an extra programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to help prevent any inconveniences. Please visit an authorized dealer to purchase additional spare or replacement keys.

Programming spare keys You can program your own coded keys to your vehicle. Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin. Tips: • A maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle. • Only use Securilock娂 keys. • You must have two previously programmed coded keys (keys that already operate your vehicle’s engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible.

• If no previously programmed coded keys are available, you must take

your vehicle to your dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed.

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1. Insert a previously programmed coded key into the ignition. 2. Turn the ignition from the 2
(LOCK) position to the 4 (ON) position. Keep the ignition in the 4
(ON) position for at least one second, but no more than 10
seconds. 3. Turn the ignition to the 2 (LOCK) position, and remove the coded key from the ignition. 4. Within ten seconds of removing the previously programmed coded key, insert the other previously programmed coded key into the ignition. 5. Turn the ignition from the 2 (LOCK) position to the 4 (ON) position. Keep the ignition in the 4 (ON) position for at least one second but not more than 10 seconds. 6. Turn the ignition to the 2 (LOCK) position, and remove the second key from the ignition. 7. Within twenty seconds of removing the previously programmed coded key, insert the unprogrammed key (new/valet key) into the ignition. 8. Turn the ignition from the 2 (LOCK) position to the 4 (ON) position. Keep the ignition in the 4 (ON) position for at least one second. 9. Your new unprogrammed key is now programmed. If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle’s engine and the theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. If the key was not successfully programmed, it will not start your vehicle’s engine and the theft indicator light will flash on and off rapidly. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your dealer to have the new key(s) programmed. To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), repeat this procedure from Step 1 for each additional key.

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FRONT SEATS Notes:

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.

Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop.

Adjustable head restraints (if equipped) Head restraints help to limit head motion in the event of a rear collision. The seats in your vehicle may have adjustable head restraints. Adjust your head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head. To adjust the head restraint: • Raise the head restraint by

pulling it upward.

To lower the head restraint: • Push the release control. • Push down on the head restraint.

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Adjusting the front manual seat Pull the lever located at the front edge of the seat to move the seat forward or backward. Release the lever to lock the seat in place.

Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Press to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion.

Press to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion.

Press the control to move the seat forward, backward, up or down.

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Reclining the seats Pull the lever located on the outside of the seat to recline the seatback. Release the lever to lock the seatback in place.

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.

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

Power lumbar (if equipped) Depress the button forward to inflate, or rearward to deflate.

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Heated seats (if equipped) To operate the heated seats: • Push control to activate. • Push again to deactivate.

The system will not automatically shutoff unless the control is pushed again to deactivate. If the system is not manually terminated at last use, then the system will remain active at the next ignition key cycle.

REAR SEATS

Adjustable rear head restraints Lift the head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head. Push or pull the head restraint to the desired position.

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Folding down rear 60/40 seats 1. Raise the rear seat head restraint.

2. Flip the bottom of the head restraint up, toward the front seat. Note: Rotate center head restraint in opposite direction (in order to clear center console in fold down position).

3. While holding the head restraint in a “flat” position, lower the head restraint to the seat back.

4. Flip the seat release control toward the front seat.

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5. The seat will automatically fall forward. For 40% seat move the handle and push the seat forward to fold. For Adrenalin vehicles, the 40
percent rear seat (behind the driver) does not fold due to the subwoofer location. See Attaching child safety seats with tether straps in this chapter for tether access behind this seat. Note: To prevent possible damage to the seat or safety belts, ensure that the safety belts are not buckled when folding the seat. A carpeted panel will flip down from the back panel to complete the load floor.

Returning the rear 60/40 seats to upright position 1. Push down seatback release control and pull seatback up and into upright position making sure seatback locks into place.

2. Pull head restraint up and return to upright position.

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Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped underneath the

seatback. After returning the seatback to its original position, pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision.

SAFETY RESTRAINTS

retractors.

Personal Safety System姟 The Personal Safety System娂 provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help further reduce the risk of airbag-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. Your vehicle’s Personal Safety System娂 consists of: • driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints • front outboard safety belts with pretensioners and energy managment • front safety belt usage sensors • one or more impact and safing sensors • a readiness light and tone • a diagnostic module • and the electrical wiring which connects the components How does the Personal Safety System姟 work? The Personal Safety System娂 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 airbag supplemental restraints based on crash severity and occupant conditions. The fact that the pretensioners or airbags 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娂 determined the accident conditions (crash severity, belt usage, etc.) were not appropriate to activate these safety devices. Front airbags 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.

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Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints The dual-stage airbags offer the capability to tailor the level of airbag 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 Airbag 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 information early in the crash event on the severity of the impact. This allows your Personal Safety System娂 to distinguish between different levels of crash severity and modify the deployment strategy of the airbags and safety belt pretensioners. 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娂 to tailor the airbag 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 frontal collisions, and in side collisions and rollovers when the vehicle is equipped with the Safety Canopy娂 system. This maximizes the effectiveness of the safety belts. In frontal collisions, the safety belt pretensioners can be activated alone or, if the collision is of sufficient severity, together with the front airbags. 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 Safety Belt section in this chapter. Determining if the Personal Safety System姟 is operational The Personal Safety System娂 uses a warning light in the instrument cluster or a back-up tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer

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to the Warning Light section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the Personal Safety System娂 is not required. The Restraints Control Module (RCM) monitors its own internal circuits and the circuits for the airbag supplemental restraints, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, and front safety belt buckle sensors. 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 the 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娂 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 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.

Energy Management Feature • This vehicle has a safety 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. • The front outboard safety belt system has a retractor assembly that is

designed to extend the safety belt webbing in a controlled manner. This helps reduce the belt force acting on the user’s chest.

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.

The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The front passenger and rear seat outboard safety belts have two 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.

Automatic locking mode

How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and

shoulder belt.

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• Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted.

• Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. When you hear the clicking sound, the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode.

How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect 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.

After any vehicle collision, the safety belt systems at all outboard seating positions (except the driver position, which doesn’t have

this feature) must be checked by a qualified technician to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still functioning properly. In addition, all seat belts should be checked for proper function.

BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the seat belt assembly “automatic locking retractor” feature or any other seat belt function is not operating properly when checked according to the procedures in the Workshop Manual. Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions.

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 not available on the driver safety belt. This mode should be used any time a child safety seat (other than a belt-positioning booster) is installed. Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter.

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Front safety belt height adjustment Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. To adjust the shoulder belt height, push the button and slide the height adjuster up or down. Release the button and pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place.

Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the

belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision.

Safety belt pretensioner Your vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver and right front passenger seating positions. The safety belt pretensioner removes some slack from the safety belt system at the start of a crash. The safety belt pretensioner uses the same crash sensor system as the front airbags and optional Safety Canopy娂 system. When the safety belt pretensioner deploys, the lap and shoulder belt are tightened. When the optional Safety Canopy娂 system and/or the front airbags are activated, the safety belt pretensioners for the driver and right front passenger seating positions will be activated when the respective seatbelt is properly buckled.

The driver and the right front passenger seat belt system (including retractors, buckles and height adjusters) must be

replaced if the vehicle is involved in a collision that results in deployment of front airbags or Safety Canopy娂 and safety belt pretensioners.

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Refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in this chapter.

Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The seat belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts.

Conditions of operation If... The driver’s safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position... The driver’s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding... The driver’s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position...

Then... The safety belt warning light illuminates 1-2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds.

The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn off.

The safety belt warning light and indicator chime remain off.

BeltMinder The BeltMinder feature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt warning function. This feature provides additional reminders to the driver that the driver’s safety belt is unbuckled by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster.

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Then... The BeltMinder feature is activated - the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for 6 seconds every 30
seconds, repeating for approximately 5 minutes or until safety belt is buckled. The BeltMinder feature is re-activated.

If... The driver’s safety belt is not buckled before the vehicle has reached at least 3 mph (5 km/h) and 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to ON... The driver’s safety belt is buckled for 20 seconds or longer... The driver’s safety belt is buckled while the safety belt indicator light is illuminated and the safety belt warning chime is sounding... The driver’s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position... The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts (All statistics based on U.S. data):

The BeltMinder feature will not activate.

The BeltMinder feature will not activate.

Reasons given... “Crashes are rare events”

“I’m not going far”

“Belts are uncomfortable”

Consider... 36700 crashes occur every day. The more we drive, the more we are exposed to “rare” events, even for good drivers. 1 in 4 of us will be seriously injured in a crash during our lifetime. 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25
miles of home. We design our safety belts to enhance comfort. If you are uncomfortable - try different positions for the safety belt upper anchorage and seatback which should be as upright as possible; this can improve comfort.

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Reasons given... “I was in a hurry”

“Seat belts don’t work”

“Traffic is light”

“Belts wrinkle my clothes”

“The people I’m with don’t wear belts”

“I have an air bag”

“I’d rather be thrown clear”

Seating and Safety Restraints

Consider... Prime time for an accident. BeltMinder reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up. Safety belts, when used properly, reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks. Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single-vehicle crashes, many when no other vehicles are around. Possibly, but a serious crash can do much more than wrinkle your clothes, particularly if you are unbelted. Set the example, teen deaths occur 4
times more often in vehicles with TWO or MORE people. Children and younger brothers/sisters imitate behavior they see. Air bags offer greater protection when used with safety belts. Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in rear and side crashes or rollovers. Not a good idea. People who are ejected are 40 times more likely to DIE. Safety belts help prevent ejection, WE CAN’T “PICK OUR CRASH”.

Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid the Belt Minder chime. Sitting on the safety belt will increase the risk of

injury in an accident. To disable (one-time) or deactivate the Belt Minder feature please follow the directions stated below.

One time disable Any time the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during an ignition ON cycle, BeltMinder will be disabled for that ignition cycle only. Deactivating/activating the BeltMinder姟 feature (driver’s side)-