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INFO

RESET

SETUP

Reset Press this control to select and reset functions shown in the INFO menu and SETUP menu. Info menu This control displays the following options: • Odometer • Distance to Empty • Trip Odometer • Average Fuel Economy • Trip Elapsed Drive Time • Display On/Off (top two lines) Odometer/Trip Odometer Refer to Gauges in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Distance to empty (DTE) Selecting this function from the INFO menu 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. 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.

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Average Fuel Economy (AFE) Select this function from the INFO menu to display your average fuel economy in 100 km/liters or miles/gallon. If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled (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 (gallon) 1. Drive the vehicle at least 8 km (5 miles) with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average. 2. Record the highway fuel economy for future reference. It is important to press the RESET control after setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings. Trip elapsed drive time Select this function from the INFO menu to display your trip elapsed drive time. When selected the display will accumulate when the key is in the RUN position. 1. Press the INFO control until the message center display shows the TRIP TIME XX:XX:XX. 2. Hold the RESET control down for two seconds to clear display. Display on/off Select this function from the INFO menu to turn the upper two lines of the message center display OFF or ON.

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Setup menu Press this control for the following displays: • Language • Units (English/Metric) • System Check

Language 1. Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current language to be displayed.

2. Pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each of the language choices.

3. Press and hold the RESET control for 2 seconds to set the language choice.

Units (English/Metric) 1. Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current units to be displayed. 2. Press the RESET control to change from English to Metric.

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System check Selecting this function from the SETUP menu causes the message center to cycle through each of the systems being monitored. For each of the monitored systems, the message center will indicate either an OK message or a warning message for three seconds. Pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each of the systems being monitored. The sequence of the system check report is as follows: 1. Oil life in XX% 2. Charging system 3. Washer fluid level 4. Brake fluid level 5. Doors and liftgate status 6. Exterior lamps status 7. Traction Control娂 status 8. Tire inflation status 9. Fuel level status (hold to reset to relearn) 10. Distance to empty System warnings System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle’s operating systems. In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center will cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for 4
seconds. The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages. This allows you to use the full functionality of the message center after you acknowledge the warning by pressing the RESET control and clearing the warning message. Warning messages that have been reset are divided into three categories: • They will reappear on the display ten minutes from the reset. • They will not reappear until an ignition OFF-ON cycle has been

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• Warning returns upon another event. This acts as a reminder that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle.

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Warning cannot be reset

Warning returns after 10 minutes

Warning returns after the ignition key is turned from OFF to ON

Driver’s door ajar Passenger door ajar Left rear door ajar Right rear door ajar Transmission overheated Check traction control (if equipped) Park brake set Check brake system Reduce engine power Stop engine safely Liftgate ajar Check left park lamp Check right park lamp Check left headlamp Check fuel cap Check right headlamp Check left turn lamp Washer fluid low Check right turn lamp Change oil soon Check brake lamps Check tires Turn signal on reminder DRIVER’S DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the driver’s door is not completely closed. PASSENGER DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the passenger side door is not completely closed. LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the driver’s rear door is not completely closed. RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the passenger side rear door is not completely closed.

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LIFTGATE AJAR. Displayed when the liftgate is not completely closed. TRANSMISSION OVERHEATED. Indicates the transmission is overheating. This warning may appear when towing heavy loads or when driving in a low gear at a high speed for an extended period of time. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine and let it cool. Check the transmission fluid and level. Refer to Transmission fluid in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your dealer for transmission service as soon as possible. PARK BRAKE SET. Displayed when the manual park brake is set. If the warning stays on after the park brake is released, contact your dealer as soon as possible. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM. Displayed when the braking system is not operating properly. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your dealer as soon as possible. REDUCED ENGINE POWER. Displayed when the engine temperature exceeds safe driving operating range and the vehicle limits engine power to prevent engine damage. STOP ENGINE SAFELY. Displayed when the engine temperature exceeds safe driving operating range and the engine must be shut down to prevent damage. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and turn off the engine. If this warning stays on, contact your dealer as soon as possible. CHECK BRAKE LAMPS. Displayed when the brake lamps are activated and at least one is burned out. Check the lamps as soon as possible and have the burned out lamp replaced. The center high-mount brakelamp is not monitored. CHECK LEFT OR RIGHT HEADLAMPS. Displayed when the headlamps are activated and at least one is burned out. Check the lamps as soon as possible and have the burned out lamp replaced. Refer to Replacing headlamp bulbs in the Lights chapter. CHECK LEFT OR RIGHT PARK LAMPS. Displayed when the park lamps are activated and at least one is burned out. Check the lamps as soon as possible and have the burned out lamp replaced. CHECK LEFT OR RIGHT TURN LAMPS. Displayed when the turn signals are activated and at least one is burned out. Check the lamps as soon as safely possible and have the burned out lamp replaced. CHECK TRACTION CONTROL (if equipped). Displayed when the Traction Control娂 system is not operating properly. If this warning stays on, contact your dealer for service as soon as possible. For further information, refer to Traction control娂 in the Driving chapter.

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CHECK FUEL CAP. Displayed when the fuel filler cap is not properly installed. Check the fuel filler cap for proper installation. Refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. CHECK TIRES. Displayed when low tire pressure is detected in one or more tires. Refer to Checking the tire pressure in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. TURN SIGNAL ON REMINDER. Displayed when the turn signal is activated and the vehicle is driven more that 0.8 km (1/2 mile). WASHER FLUID LOW. Indicates the washer fluid reservoir is less than one quarter full. Check the washer fluid level. Refer to Windshield washer fluid in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. CHANGE OIL SOON. Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is 5
percent or less. When oil life left is between 5% and 0%, the CHANGE OIL SOON message will be displayed. When oil life left reaches 0%, the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message will be displayed. An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change [approximately 8 000 km (5 000 miles) or 180 days] perform the following: 1. Press the SETUP control to access the System Check function.

2. Press and release the RESET control to display “OIL LIFE XX% HOLD RESET NEW”.

3. Press and hold the RESET control for 2 seconds to display “IF NEW OIL HOLD RESET”.

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4. Press and hold the RESET control to display “OIL LIFE SET TO 100%”. Your oil life is now reset.

To reset the oil monitoring system to your personalized oil life %: 1. Press the SETUP control to access the System Check function.

2. Press and release the RESET control to display “OIL LIFE XX% HOLD RESET NEW”.

3. Press and hold the RESET control for 2 seconds to display “IF NEW OIL HOLD RESET”.

4. Release the RESET control momentarily, then press RESET and SETUP controls at the same time to activate a service mode which will display “OIL LIFE XX% RESET TO ALTER”. 5. Press RESET until you find your personalized OIL LIFE XX%. 6. With your personalized OIL LIFE XX% displayed, press SETUP to continue the system check. DATA ERR. These messages indicate improper operation of the vehicle network communication between electronic modules. • Fuel Computer • Oil life

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• Charging system • Door sensor • Liftgate sensor • Exterior lamps • Traction control • Washer fluid • Brake Fluid Contact your dealer as soon as possible if these messages occur on a regular basis.

LIFTGATE Unlock the liftgate (but not release it) with the power door lock system and remote entry key fob. To open the liftgate, pull the liftgate handle rearward. • Do not open the liftgate in a garage or other enclosed area with a low ceiling. If the liftgate is opened, the liftgate could be damaged against a low ceiling.

• Do not leave the liftgate open while driving. Doing so could cause

serious damage to the liftgate and its components as well as allowing carbon monoxide to enter the vehicle.

Make sure that the liftgate door is closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. This will also prevent

passengers and cargo from falling out. If you must drive with the liftgate door open, keep the vents open so outside air comes into the vehicle.

POWER LIFTGATE (PLG) (IF EQUIPPED) With this option, you can power open or close the liftgate with the provided controls. • overhead console button • key fob button • outside release handle

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Driver Controls • liftgate trim-mounted switch (closing) Opening and Closing the PLG: The PLG controls will operate without having the key in the ignition. The transaxle must be in PARK to power operate the PLG, when the key is in the ignition and turned to the RUN position. When the liftgate is being power closed, a chime will sound three times before the liftgate begins to power close. A single chime indicates a problem with the close request.

WARNING: Make sure all persons are clear of the power liftgate area before using the power liftgate controls to open or close the

liftgate.

Keep the keys out of the reach of children. Do not allow children to play on or near an open or moving power liftgate.

Exercise care, when power opening or closing the PLG in a garage or other enclosed area with a low ceiling or close to a wall/garage door. The PLG could be damaged from the contact. Do not attempt to manually force the PLG to travel faster than the power system will permit. When power operating the PLG at temperatures below 32° F (0° C), the PLG may stop about 5 inches from the full open position. The PLG can be fully opened by pushing it upward to the maximum open position. The Power Door Lockout Control is located in the overhead console. With the control in the OFF position, power operation is disabled from the liftgate handle and from the liftgate trim switch. The overhead console switch and Key fob will operate the liftgate regardless of the position of the lockout switch. To power open or close the PLG from the Overhead console: 1. Press and release the control to power open the PLG. 2. Press and release the control again to power the PLG closed.

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To power open or close the PLG with the Key fob: 1. Press this control twice within three seconds to power open the PLG. The interior lamps will illuminate. 2. Press this control another two times within three seconds to close the PLG and turn off the interior lights. Refer to Remote Entry System in the Locks and security chapter. To power open the PLG with outside release handle: 1. Ensure that the Power Door Lockout Control in the overhead console is ON. 2. Ensure that the PLG is unlocked, using the key fob or power door unlock. Refer to Remote Entry System in the Locks and security chapter. 3. Pull up on the liftgate handle to engage the power assist feature. Release the handle as soon as the PLG begins to power open. Note: Continued force applied after unlatching may activate the obstacle detection feature and stop the power system. For the best performance allow the power system to open the PLG after releasing the handle. To power close the PLG from the liftgate trim switch: 1. Ensure the Power Door Lockout Control is in the ON position. 2. Press and release the control on the bottom of the liftgate trim panel to engage the power assist feature. If a single chime is heard, check to be sure that the Power Door Lockout Switch is set to ON and that the the transaxle is in Park.

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To operate the PLG manually: 1. Disable the liftgate power function by placing the Power Door Lockout Control in the OFF position. 2. Open and close the liftgate as you would a standard liftgate. Note: In case of operation in extreme cold -40° F (-40° C), or on an extreme inclines, manual operation of the liftgate is suggested. Safety/Obstructions If anything obstructs the PLG while it is power opening or closing, the PLG will automatically reverse or stop depending on the position of the liftgate, provided it meets sufficient resistance. If the PLG encounters an obstacle while closing, the PLG will reverse to full open. Once the obstacle is removed, the PLG can be again closed under power. If the PLG encounters an obstacle while opening, the PLG will stop when it encounters a solid obstacle. Close the liftgate manually and remove the obstruction. Normal operation can then be resumed. Resetting the PLG: The power liftgate may not operate properly if any of the following conditions occur • a low voltage or dead battery • disconnected battery • the liftgate has been left open or unlatched for more than six (6)

hours

If any of these conditions occur, the PLG must be reset. To reset the PLG: 1. Manually close and fully latch the liftgate. 2. Power open the liftgate by using the keyfob or overhead console button. 3. Once the liftgate is fully open, close the liftgate using the power switch on the liftgate, keyfob or overhead console button. Liftgate ajar signal If the liftgate is not fully latched, you will receive a “LIFTGATE AJAR” message on the instrument panel. If you see this message, check the liftgate to ensure it is fully latched.

Make sure the liftgate is closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. If you must drive with the liftgate

open, keep the climate control vents open so that fresh outside air circulates through the vehicle.

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CARGO AREA FEATURES

Cargo net (if equipped) The cargo pouch net secures lightweight objects in the cargo area. Attach the net to the anchors provided. Do not put more than 22
kg (50 lbs.) in the net.

The cargo net is not designed to restrain objects

during a collision or heavy braking.

Utility hooks The utility hooks can be used to hang small items. Do not hang more than 12 kg (20 lbs.) on each of the hooks. The hooks are not designed to restrain objects during a collision.

LUGGAGE RACK (IF EQUIPPED) Maximum load is 75 kg (165 lbs) on the roof rack structure, or 45 kg (100 lbs) on the roof panel, evenly distributed. If it is not possible to distribute the load, position it as far rearward as possible.

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To adjust the cross-bar (if equipped) position: 1. Loosen the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar (both cross-bars are adjustable). 2. Slide cross-bar to the desired location and tighten the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar.

To remove the cross-bar (if equipped) assembly: 1. Loosen the thumbwheel (2) at both ends of the cross-bar (1) and slide the cross-bar (1) to the end of the side rails (4). 2. Remove the two thumbwheels (2), clamps (3) and cross-bar (1) from the side rails (4). To install the cross-bar (if equipped) assembly: Note: Ensure that both cross-bars are installed with the arrow, located on the bottom of the cross-bar end, facing towards the front of the vehicle. 1. Position the cross bar (1) on the side rails (4) with the arrow facing towards the front of the vehicle. 2. Align the clamps (3) under the side rails (4) and install the thumbwheels (2) through the cross bar (1) and side rails (4) into the clamps (3). Repeat steps 1 and 2 to install the other cross-bar. Note: When the cross-bars are not in use, remove or move the cross-bars to the back of the roof rack for optimum wind noise.

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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 SecuriLock娂 Passive Anti-Theft System for more information.

POWER DOOR LOCKS Press control to unlock all doors. Note: When the perimeter alarm is armed, the power door locks “inhibit” state is enabled and this switch is disabled.

Press control to lock all doors.

Memory lock If you lock your doors with the power lock switch, the keyless entry system or the remote entry transmitter while the sliding door is open, the door will automatically lock after it is closed.

Smart locks (if equipped) This feature prevents you from locking yourself out of the vehicle if your key is still in the ignition. When you open the driver’s door and you lock the vehicle with the power door lock control, all the doors will lock, then the driver’s door will automatically unlock reminding you that your key is still in the ignition. The vehicle can still be locked, with the key in the ignition, using the manual lock button on the door, locking the driver’s door with a key, by simultaneously pressing button 7 • 8 and the 9 • 0 controls on the

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remote entry keypad (if equipped), or using the lock button on the remote entry transmitter (if equipped).

Childproof door locks • When these locks are set, the sliding doors cannot be opened with the inside handle. • The sliding doors can be opened from the outside when the doors are unlocked.

The childproof lock controls are located on front edge of each sliding 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 feature. • Move control down to disengage childproof lock feature. If your vehicle is equipped with power sliding door(s), refer to the Power sliding door section of this chapter for more information on how the childproof locks operate with this system.

REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM 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 10 meters (33 feet). 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.

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• 3–button remote

• 5–button remote

• 6–button remote

The remote entry system allows you to: • lock or unlock all vehicle doors and liftgate without a key. • unlock/open a righthand power sliding door and/or lefthand power sliding door (if equipped). • activate the personal alarm. • arm and disarm the perimeter anti-theft system (if equipped). If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are taken to your authorized dealer to aid in troubleshooting.

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

Unlocking the doors 1. Press lamps will illuminate and the anti-theft system (if equipped) will disarm. 2. Press and the liftgate. Opening/closing power sliding doors (if equipped) • 5–button remote

and release again within three seconds to unlock all doors

• 6–button remote

• Press this control twice within three seconds to open the power • Press this control another two times within three seconds to close the

sliding door. The interior lamps will illuminate.

power sliding door and turn off the interior lights.

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Opening power liftgate (PLG) (if equipped) Press the control twice within three seconds to power open the power liftgate. The interior lamps will illuminate.

Make sure all persons are clear of the power liftgate

area before using the power liftgate controls to open or close the liftgate.

Press the control another two times within three seconds to close the power liftgate and turn off the interior lights. If anything obstructs the power liftgate while it is power opening or closing, the power liftgate will automatically reverse or stop depending on the position of the liftgate, provided it meets sufficient resistance. If the power liftgate encounters an obstacle while closing, the power liftgate will reverse to full open. Once the obstacle is removed, the power liftgate can be again closed under power. If the power liftgate encounters an obstacle while opening, the power liftgate will stop when it encounters a solid obstacle. Close the liftgate manually and remove the obstruction. Normal operation can then be resumed.

Make sure the power liftgate is closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. If you must drive with the

liftgate open, keep the climate control vents open so that fresh outside air circulates through the vehicle.

For more information regarding the operation of the power liftgate, refer to Power liftgate (PLG) (if equipped) in the Driver Controls chapter.

and release to lock all the doors and liftgate. The parking

Locking the doors 1. Press lamps will flash once if all doors, the liftgate and the hood are closed and locked. 2. Press and release again within three seconds to confirm that all the doors and liftgate are closed and locked. Note: The doors will lock again, the horn will chirp once, and the parking lamps will flash once more. If any of the doors, the liftgate or the hood are not properly closed, the horn will make two quick chirps.

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to activate the alarm. The alarm will cycle the horn, the turn

Sounding a panic alarm Press signals will flash, and the interior lamps will illuminate. Press again or turn the ignition to the 4 (ON) or the 1 (ACCESSORY) position to deactivate. Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. 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 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. 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 3 (OFF) position to 4 (ON). 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. 10. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that the programming mode has been exited.

Illuminated entry The interior lamps illuminate when the key in the driver’s door lock cylinder, the keyless entry system or the remote entry transmitter is used to unlock the door(s), power sliding doors (if equipped) or liftgate.

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is pressed, or

The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if: • the ignition switch is turned to the 4 (ON) position, or • the keyless entry system or the remote entry transmitter lock control • after 25 seconds of illumination. The panel dimmer control must not be set to the off position for the illuminated entry system to operate. The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the panel dimmer control, or • any door, power sliding door (if equipped) or the liftgate is open. The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the last door is closed, even if the panel dimmer control is left on. Illuminated exit • The interior lights will illuminate when the key is removed from the • When the headlamp control is on the “sleeping baby mode”, only the

ignition.

lower interior lights will illuminate.

The system automatically turns off after 25 seconds. The panel dimmer control must not be set to the off position for the illuminated exit to operate.

Perimeter lamps illuminated entry (if equipped) The exterior lamps illuminate when the vehicle is unlocked using the remote entry transmitter, keyless keypad, or the driver’s door key lock cylinder. The following items will illuminate: • Puddle lamps • Head lamps • Park lamps • Tail lamps The system will automatically turn off if: • the vehicle is locked using the remote entry system, the keyless entry • the ignition is turned to the 4 (ON) position, or • after 25 seconds of illumination.

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Deactivating/activating perimeter lamps You may enable/disable this feature by having your vehicle serviced by your authorized dealer. You may also perform the following power door lock sequence to enable/disable the perimeter lamps feature: 1. Turn the ignition to the 4 (ON) position, then press the power door unlock control 3 times. 2. Turn the ignition to the 3 (OFF) position, then press the power door unlock control 3 times. 3. Turn the ignition to 4 (ON) position. Completing the sequence within 30 seconds enters a program mode and is confirmed by a horn chirp. Activating or deactivating perimeter lighting once in program mode is accomplished by: • Pressing the power door unlock control twice within five seconds. At

this point, perimeter lighting will be activated if it was previously deactivated, and deactivated if it was previously activated. Confirmation of perimeter lighting being activated is provided by a short horn chirp followed by a long horn sound; Confirmation of perimeter lighting being deactivated is provided by a short horn chirp only. • Exiting the program mode is accomplished by turning the ignition to any position other than the 4 (ON) position, or two minutes elapsing since the program mode was entered.

Note: The puddle lamps cannot be deactivated. Performing this deactivation procedure will only deactivate the head, park and tail lamps.

Autolock This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when: • all doors are closed, • the ignition is in the 4 (ON) position, • the brake is pressed before reaching 5 km/h (3 mph), and • the vehicle is traveling more than 5 km/h (3 mph).

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(3 mph),

Relock The autolock feature repeats when: • an “autolock” occurrence has already taken place, • the brake is depressed while vehicle speed is less than 5 km/h • all vehicle doors become closed again, and • the vehicle speed increases to 5 km/h (3 mph), or greater. Deactivating/activating the autolock feature The deactivating/activating the autolock feature can be turned off by the keyless entry keypad (if equipped) on your door, driver configuration mode or by your dealer.

to automatically move the driver seat, side view mirrors and

Memory feature (if equipped) The remote entry system allows you to recall the memory seat/side view mirrors/adjustable pedals feature. Press adjustable pedals to the desired memory position. Associating the remote transmitter with the memory feature To activate this feature: 1. Position the driver’s seat, side view mirrors and adjustable pedals to the positions you desire. 2. Press the SET control on the door next to the window inside from the mirror. 3. Within 5 five seconds, press any control on the remote transmitter and then press the 1 or 2 control on the driver’s door panel to associate with the Driver 1 or Driver 2
positions. 4. Repeat this procedure for another remote transmitter if desired.

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Disassociating the memory feature from the remote transmitter To deactivate this feature: 1. Press the SET control on the driver’s door panel. 2. Within 5 five seconds, press any control on the remote transmitter which you would like to deactivate and then press the SET control on the driver’s door panel again. 3. Repeat this procedure for another remote transmitter if desired.

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) You can use the keyless entry keypad to:

• lock or unlock the doors without using a key. • activate or deactivate the autolock feature. • open and close the right and left power sliding doors (if equipped). • recall memory seat/side view mirrors/adjustable pedals position Driver

1 or Driver 2 (if equipped).

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, • marked on the passenger compartment fuse panel (located below and • and is available from your

to the left of the steering, near the brake pedal),

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(s): 1. Enter the factory set code. Note: The driver’s door will unlock. 2. Within five seconds press and release the 1 • 2 on the keypad. Note: The lock motors will cycle, locked then unlocked. 3. Enter your personal 5-digit code. Each number must be entered within five seconds of each other. 4. Enter a sixth digit if you wish to have the personal entry code recall memory position Driver 1 or Driver 2 (if equipped with the memory seat/side view mirrors/adjustable pedals feature). Note: The lock motors will cycle, locked then unlocked. • Press 1 • 2 to recalls the Driver 1 position. • Press 3 • 4 to recalls the Driver 2 position. 5. After five seconds of keypad inactivity, programming mode is exited. All of the vehicle doors will lock and unlock to confirm the code has been stored. Each memory feature driver position (Driver 1 or Driver 2) can be associated with only one personal code. The factory-set code cannot be associated with a memory recall position. You can program up to three personal codes; these codes do not replace the factory-set code. Tips for setting codes: • The factory set code cannot be erased or changed. • The factory code will work even after you have set your own personal • Do not set a code that uses five of the same number. • Do not use five numbers in sequential order. Erasing personal code 1. Enter the factory set 5–digit code. 2. Within five seconds of entering the factory code, press and release the 1 • 2 control. The door locks will lock and quickly unlock to confirm entry into the programming mode. 3. Within five seconds of Step 2, press and hold the 1 • 2 for two seconds to erase the customer programmed code. The programming mode is exited after five seconds of keypad inactivity. The door locks will lock and quickly unlock to confirm programming mode has been exited.

codes.

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The personal code is now erased and only the factory set 5–digit code will work.

Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry 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. The keyless entry keypad will illuminate after pressing the first control on the keypad. 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. To open (or close) the power sliding doors (if equipped), press the 5 • 6 control within five seconds to open (or close) the left power sliding door or the 9 • 0 control in order to open (or close) the right power sliding door.

Deactivating/reactivating 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. 5. Release the 3 • 4. 6. 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 power door unlock control You must close all the vehicle doors and 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 the 4 (ON) position. 2. Press the power door unlock control three times.

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3. Turn the ignition key from the 4 (ON) position to the 3 (OFF) position. 4. Press the power door unlock control three times. 5. Turn the ignition back to the 4 (ON) position. The horn will chirp. 6. Press the unlock control, then press the lock control. The horn will chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice (one short and one long chirp) if autolock was activated. 7. Turn the ignition to the 3 (OFF) position. The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete.

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 located on top of the instrument panel. • When the ignition is in the 3 (OFF) 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 4 (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 4 (ON) position. If this occurs, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer for service.

Key information Your vehicle is supplied with two coded keys (or three keys, if the valet feature is available). Only a coded key will start your vehicle. Spare coded keys may be purchased from an authorized Ford dealer. An authorized Ford dealer can also program your coded key, or you can do it yourself. Refer to Programming spare keys in this chapter.

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gasoline or similar items.

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 prevent these objects from touching the coded key while starting the engine. These objects cannot damage the coded key, but may cause a momentary “no start” condition if they are too close to the key when starting the engine. If a problem occurs, turn the ignition to the 2 (OFF) position 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. 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 an authorized Ford dealer or a locksmith.

The key codes will need to be erased from your vehicle and new 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 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.

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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 the 3 (OFF) position to the 4 (ON) position [maintain ignition in 4 (ON) for at least three seconds, but no more than ten seconds]. 2. Turn ignition from the 4 (ON) position back to the 3 (OFF) position in order to 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 the 3 (OFF) position to the 4 (ON) position [maintain ignition in the 4 (ON) position for at least three seconds but no more than ten seconds]. 4. Turn the ignition from the 4 (ON) position back to the 3 (OFF) position in order to remove the second coded key from the ignition. 5. Within 10 seconds of removing the second coded key, insert the new unprogrammed key (new key/valet key) into the ignition and turn the ignition from the 3 (OFF) position to the 4 (ON) position [maintain ignition in the 4 (ON) position for at least three seconds, but no more than ten seconds]. This step will program your new key to a coded key. 6. To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), 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 and you may repeat Steps 1
through 5. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the new spare key(s) programmed.

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PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The perimeter anti-theft system will warn you in the event of an unauthorized entry to your vehicle. If there is any potential perimeter anti-theft problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are taken to the dealership to aid in troubleshooting.

Arming the system When armed, this system will help protect your vehicle from unauthorized entry. When unauthorized entry occurs, the system will flash the turn signal lamps and side repeaters and honk the horn. The system is ready to arm whenever the key is removed from the ignition. Any of the following actions will prearm the alarm system: • Locking the vehicle using the remote entry transmitter. • Locking the vehicle using the keyless entry keypad. • Pressing the interior power door lock control while the door is open. Twenty seconds after one of the above events occurs, any door/hood that is closed is armed. Any door/hood that is still open is prearmed and waiting for the door/hood to be closed. Once that input is closed, the input will arm in 20 seconds and the exterior lamps may flash.

Disarming the system You can disarm the system by any of the following actions: • Unlock the vehicle with the remote keyless transmitter. • Unlock the vehicle with the keyless entry keypad. • Unlock the vehicle with a key in the driver’s door lock cylinder. • Use a SecuriLock娂 key to move the ignition to the 4 (ON) or 5

(START) position.

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SEATING 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. Adjust your head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head. The head restraints can be moved up and down.

Push control to lower head restraint.

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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.

Lift handle to move seat forward or backward.

Pull lever up to adjust seatback.

Adjusting the front power seat (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.

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Reclining the seatback can reduce the effectiveness of the seat’s safety belt in the event of a collision.

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.

Heated seats (if equipped) To operate the heated seats: • Push the control located on the

climate control system panel once to activate high heat. • Push twice to activate low heat. • Push a third time to deactivate. The indicator light on the control will illuminate when activated. The heating of the seat turns off after 10 minutes or when the vehicle is turned off.

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Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped) The lumbar control is located on the inboard side of the seat under the armrest. Rotate the control to change the firmness of the lumbar support.

Kangaroo pouch and map pocket (if equipped) The front of the cushion contains a pocket which can be used to hold small objects that need to be easily accessible. The rear of the seat back also contains a pocket for larger items which need to be easily accessible.

Memory seats/rearview mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped) This system allows automatic positioning of the driver seat, outside rearview mirrors, and adjustable pedals to two programmable positions. The memory seat control is located on the door next to the window inside from the mirror. • To program position one, move the driver seat to the desired position using the seat controls. Press the SET control. The SET control indicator light will briefly illuminate. While the light is illuminated, press control 1.

SET

• To program position two, repeat the previous procedure using control

2.

A position can only be recalled when the transmission gearshift is in Park. A memory seat position may be programmed at any time. The memory seat positions are also recalled when you press your remote entry transmitter UNLOCK control. To program the memory seat to remote entry transmitter, refer to Remote entry system in the Locks and security chapter.

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REAR SEATS

Head restraints Lift the head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head. The head restraints can be moved up and down by pulling up on the head restraint.

Push button to lower head restraint.

Seat mounted cup holders (if equipped) Deploy by pressing the button on top of the cupholder.

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The cupholder is designed to detach from the seat when subjected to heavy load. The cupholder can be reinstalled by returning to the closed position.

Adjusting 2nd row seats (if equipped) Lift control to adjust seat forward or backward. • 2nd row bucket seat (if

equipped)

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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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Accessing the third row seat with a second row bucket seat Ensure head restraint is in the full down position and seat is adjusted to full rear position (if equipped).

Note: Place the front row seat in a forward position to allow the 2nd row to be fully upright. Lift the handle located on the rear lower corner of the seat.

The seat back will fold flat.

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Continuing to lift the handle will tumble the seat forward, allowing easier access to the third row seat.

After entering the 3rd row seat, return the seat from the tumbled position and latch it to the floor.

Operate recline control to return the seatback to the upright position. Note: • Ensure that the seat and seatback is latched securely in position. • Keep floor area free of objects that would prevent proper seat engagement. • Do not adjust or release the seat

floor latch while vehicle is in motion.

• Do not operate the vehicle with seats in tumbled position.

Always latch the vehicle seat to the floor, whether the seat is occupied or empty. If not latched, the seat may cause injury

during a sudden stop.

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Second row bench seat tip slide feature 1. Push the side easy-entry control handle forward and allow the seat back to flip forward. 2. Push the seat forward to allow access to the third row.

After entering the 3rd row, pull back the seatback until it latches. This will latch and lock the seatback and the seat track. The seatback and seat will not return to their original position. Note: Ensure the front row seat is in a forward position to allow the seat to return.

Exiting the third row seat Second row bucket seats (if equipped) Follow directions for accessing the third row seat Second row bench seat To exit the third row, activate the easy entry system by pulling on the strap on the rear of the seat. This will cause the seatback to flip forward and the seat track latches to open. Push the seat forward to allow easier exit from the third row.

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After exiting the third row, push rearward on the cushion of the seat to return the seat to its original position. Push the seatback rearward until it latches. This will latch and lock the seatback and the seat track.

Note: Do not attempt to return the seat by pushing on the seatback, as this will cause the seat tracks to re-lock before the seat can be returned. Push on the cushion to return the seat.

Removal of second row seats from vehicle 1. Place the front row seat in a forward position to allow the 2nd row seat to be fully upright. 2. Place the 2nd row seat in a rear position to allow the 2nd row seat to be fully upright. 3. Place seat in tumbled position. (See Accessing 3rd row seat)

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4. From inside the vehicle, pull up on front floor release handle (yellow).

5. Rotate the seat rearward at a 30
to 45 degree angle.

6. With the assist handle, pull the seat rearward.

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Second row bench seat 1. Detach the lap/shoulder belts from both sides of the seat by inserting a seat belt tongue or key into the buckle release slot, pushing upward as shown, and pulling out the mini-tongue on the end of the seat belt.

2. Find the clips attached near the ends of the lap/shoulder belts.

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3. Clip the end of the belt to the stationary portion of the shoulder belt coming out of the trim panel.

The end of the shoulder belt must be clipped in order to keep it from striking anything during vehicle operation.

4. Position seatback in full down position. 5. From behind seat pull straight back on the release handles located on each side of the seat, releasing the rear floor latches. 6. Lift up the seat by the release handles to clear the floor latches and then pull the seat rearward until the front hooks have come out of the floor tubs. 7. Remove the seat. Installation of second row seats Second row bucket seats Prior to installation, ensure that the seats are on the correct side of the vehicle. Ensure that the seat is positioned so that the seat belt buckle is near the center aisle of the vehicle. The seatback must be folded flat prior to installation.

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1. Position the seat in vehicle. Place first row seat in a forward position to allow the second row seat to be installed.

2. Install seat onto rear pin of front tub at a 30 to 45 degree angle.

3. Rotate the seat forward until it latches onto the front pin.

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4. Rotate seat rearward until the back of the seat latches onto the floor.

5. Operate recline lever and push the seat back upright.

Ensure seat is latched to vehicle floor by pushing/pulling on seat. If not latched, the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop.

Second row bench seat 1. Position the seat in vehicle. 2. Align seat front hooks to the rear most pins of the front tub.

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3. Lower back of seat onto the rear tubs until both release controls latch into place. Be sure that the seat is locked in place both front and back.

Do not place the seat front hooks on the front most pin of the front tub. Doing so will not allow the seat to fully install in vehicle.

Ensure seat is latched to vehicle floor by pushing/pulling on seat. If not latched, the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop.

Stowing the third row seat 1. If the comfort guide is on the center lap/shoulder belt, slip the guide off the belt and stow the guide in the pocket on the back of the seat.

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2. If you plan to carry very large objects or items that might damage the center lap/shoulder belt, detach the belt from the seat. Use a key or seat belt tongue to release the buckle.

3. Store the tongue of the sliding latchplate in the belt pocket.

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4. Store the belt in the housing found on the ceiling by inserting the smaller tongue in the slot provided. Note: The seat can be stowed with the safety belt connected if desired. Store the tongue of the sliding latchplate in the belt pocket to avoid potential damage to the seat.

5. Push the head restraint release buttons and move the head restraints fully down. Remove all objects from the seat and stowage tub.

6. From the rear of the vehicle, fold seat back by pulling and releasing the number 1 strap.

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Important: If you don’t let go of the number 1 strap before the seat back folds completely, the seat may not stow flat in the tub. Refer to the label attached to the rear of the vehicle seat.

7. Release the cushion latches by pulling the number 2 strap.

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8. Pull the number 3 strap on the seat back to tumble seat all the way in to the tub in the floor.

Do not use the seat anchors as cargo tie downs.

Unstowing the third row seat Ensure seat latching area is free of objects. 1. Lift the seat out of the tub in the floor by pulling up on the exposed strap or handle. Once seat is at a vertical position, push the seat over, letting it fall onto the latches.

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2. To return the seat back to the seating position, pull the number 1
strap, then while holding the number 1 strap, pull the number 3
strap to raise the seat back. 3. Release the number 1 strap to allow the seat to lock, then release the number 3 strap.

4. Pull up on the head restraints to adjust them. 5. If the center lap/shoulder belt is detached, remove the belt from the ceiling storage area just ahead of the liftgate opening and buckle the tongue on the end of the belt to the mini-buckle on the left side of the center seat.

Ensure seat is latched to vehicle floor by pushing/pulling on seat. If not latched, the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop.

Third row seat features The seat is equipped with a recline function to allow for adjustment of the seat back for improved comfort. To activate the recliner, pull and hold the strap located near the plastic shield in the center of the seat. When seat is adjusted to desired location, release the strap.

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.

Tailgate function The 3rd row seat is equipped with a tailgate function to be utilized when the vehicle is parked and engine turned off. This rearward-facing position allows the customer to open the liftgate and sit facing out of the vehicle rearward.

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This is not a position suitable for driving. Do not drive the vehicle with the seat in this position. The safety belts are not

functional when the seat is in the tailgate position.

Ensure head restraints are moved to their full down position, all seat belts are released from the seat, seat and stowage tub are free of objects. 1. Push the head restraint release buttons and move all head restraints fully down. 2. To access the tailgate function, the seat must be in the seating position. If the seat is not in the seating position, follow all the steps of the ‘Unstowing Seat Section’. Once the seat is in the seating position, release the cushion latches by pulling the number 2 strap. Then, pull the seat rearward by the number 3 strap and set the seat on the liftgate scuff plate. The number 1 strap is not used to access this position.

Do not sit on the head restraints.

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3. To return the seat, ensure seat latching area is free of objects. Then, raise the seat off the liftgate scuff plate and push at the top of the seat back to rotate the seat back onto the latches. Pull up on the head restraints to raise them.

Ensure seat is latched to vehicle floor by pushing/pulling on seat. If not latched, the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop.

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. Your vehicle’s Personal Safety System consists of: • Driver and passenger dual-stage air bag supplemental restraints. • Front safety belts with pretensioners, energy management retractors • Driver’s seat position sensor. • Passenger occupant classification 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, passenger occupant classification sensor, and indicator lights.

(first row only), and safety belt usage sensors.

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

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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 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. Passenger occupant classification sensor (OCS) A label is located under the front passenger seat which is marked “OCS”. Take your vehicle to any Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer for assistance. For air bags to do their job they must inflate with great force, and this force can pose a potentially deadly risk to occupants that are very close to the air bag when it begins to inflate. For some occupants, like infants in rear-facing child seats, this occurs because they are initially sitting

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very close to the air bag. For other occupants, this occurs when the occupant is not properly restrained by seat belts or child safety seats and they move forward during pre-crash braking. The most effective way to reduce the risk of unnecessary injuries is to make sure all occupants are properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are much safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front.

Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active air bag. If you must

use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back.

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

The passenger occupant classification sensor can automatically turn off the passenger front air bag and side air bag (if equipped). The system is designed to help protect small (child size) occupants from air bag deployments when they are improperly seated or restrained in the front passenger seat contrary to proper child-seating or restraint usage recommendations. Even with this technology, parents are STRONGLY encouraged to always properly restrain children in the rear seat. The sensor also turns off the air bag(s) when the passenger seat is empty to prevent unnecessary replacement of the air bag(s) after a collision. 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.

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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), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt buckle sensors, driver seat position sensor, and passenger occupant classification 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 belt 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.

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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.

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

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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.

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

All restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. While you are fastened in the seat belt, the combination lap/shoulder belt adjusts to your movement. However, if you brake hard, turn hard, or if your vehicle receives an impact of 8 km/h (5 mph) or more, the safety belt will become locked and help reduce your forward movement.

Energy Management Feature — Outboard • This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy management

feature at the front seats to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head-on collision. • This safety belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to

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

Failure to inspect and replace if necessary the Belt and Retractor assembly after an accident could increase the risk of

injury in a collision.

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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 The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. When to use the automatic locking mode 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 is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating position (if equipped). 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. How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and

shoulder belt.

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Seating and Safety Restraints • Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out.

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

How to disengage the automatic locking mode

Ford Motor Company recommends that all passenger safety belt assemblies and attaching hardware should be inspected by a qualified technician after any collision to verify that the ⬙automatic locking retractor⬙ feature for child seats is still working properly. Safety belt assemblies should be inspected according to the procedures in the Workshop Manual and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted. Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in a collision.

Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. Safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt height adjustments at the front and second row seating positions. Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. To adjust the shoulder belt height, squeeze and hold the buttons on the side and slide the height adjuster up or down. Release the buttons and pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place.

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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 safety belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision.

Third row comfort guide The safety belt for the 3rd row center occupant may be stowed in the ceiling if it has been detached from the seat to carry large cargo. Remove the safety belt from the stowage area on the ceiling and buckle the small tongue on the end of the safety belt to the mini-buckle on the left side of the center seat position. The third row center lap/shoulder belt is equipped with a Belt Comfort Guide located in a pocket on the back of the seat. The guide is attached to the driver’s side head restraint, and is used to adjust the comfort of the shoulder belt for smaller occupants in the center position of the 3rd row seat. To adjust the comfort guide: • Slip the shoulder belt into the • Slide the guide up or down along the head restraint post so that the

belt guide.

belt is centered on the occupant’s shoulder.

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

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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 by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster when the driver’s and front passenger’s safety belt is unbuckled. The BeltMinder feature uses information from the passenger occupant classification sensor to determine if a front seat passenger is present and therefore potentially in need of a warning. To avoid activating the BeltMinder feature for objects placed in the front passenger seat, warnings will only be given to large front seat occupants as determined by the passenger occupant classification sensor. Both the driver’s and passenger’s safety belt usages are monitored and either may activate the BeltMinder feature. The warnings are the same for the driver and the front passenger. If the BeltMinder warnings have expired (warnings for approximately 5 minutes) for one occupant (driver or front passenger), the other occupant can still activate the BeltMinder feature.

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Then... The BeltMinder feature will not activate.

If... The driver’s and front passenger’s safety belts are buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or less than 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned ON... The driver’s or front passenger’s safety belt is not buckled when the vehicle has reached at least 5 km/h (3 mph) and 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to ON...

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 the safety belts are buckled. 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 the safety belts are buckled.

The driver’s or front passenger’s safety belt becomes unbuckled for approximately 1 minute while the vehicle is traveling at least 5 km/h (3 mph) and more than 1-2
minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to ON... The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts: