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use a booster seat if necessary.

Largerchildrenmustberestrained withalap/shoulderbeltandrideon aboosterseatuntiltheseatbeltfits ). themproperly

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Children depend on adults to protect them. However, despite their best intentions, many adults do not know how to passengers.

protect child

properly

If you have children, or ever need to drive with a child in your vehicle, be sure to read this section. It begins with important general guidelines, then presents special information for infants, small children, and larger children.

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All Children Should Sit in a Back Seat According to accident statistics, children of all ages and sizes are safer when they are restrained in a back seat. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that all children aged 12 and under be properly restrained in a back seat. Some states have laws restricting where children may ride.

Children who ride in the back are less likely to be injured by striking interior vehicle parts during a collision or hard braking. Also, children cannot be injured by an inflating front airbag when they ride in the back.

The Passenger’s Front Airbag Can Pose Serious Risks Front airbags have been designed to help protect adults in a moderate to severe frontal collision. To do this, the passenger’s front airbag is quite large, and it can inflate with enough force to cause very serious injuries.

Even though your vehicle has an advanced front airbag system that automatically turns the passenger’s front airbag off (see page ), please follow these guidelines:

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Infants Neverputarear-facingchildseatin thefrontseatofavehicleequipped If withapassenger’sfrontairbag. the airbag inflates, it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or very seriously injure an infant.

SmallChildren Placingaforward-facingchildseatin thefrontseatofavehicleequipped withapassenger’sfrontairbagcan If the vehicle seat is behazardous. too far forward, or the child’s head is thrown forward during a collision, an inflating front airbag can strike the child with enough force to kill or very seriously injure a small child.

Whenever possible,

LargerChildren Childrenwhohaveoutgrownchild seatsarealsoatriskofbeinginjured orkilledbyaninflatingpassenger’s frontairbag. larger children should sit in the back seat, on a booster seat if needed, and be properly restrained with a seat belt (see page information about protecting larger children).

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To remind you of the passenger’s front airbag hazards, and that children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S. models) and on the front visors. Please read and follow the instructions on these labels.

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If You Must Drive with Several Children Your vehicle has a back seat where children can be properly restrained. If you ever have to carry a group of children, and a child must ride in front:

If a Child Requires Close Attention Many parents say they prefer to put an infant or a small child in the front passenger seat so they can watch the child, or because the child requires attention.

If a child requires close physical attention or frequent visual contact, we strongly recommend that another adult ride with the child in the back seat. The back seat is far safer for a child than the front.

Place the largest child in the front seat, provided the child is large enough to wear the lap/shoulder belt properly (see page

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Move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as possible (see page

11

).

Placing a child in the front seat exposes the child to hazards in a frontal collision, and paying close attention to a child distracts the driver from the important tasks of driving, placing both of you at risk.

Have the child sit upright and well back in the seat (see page

15

).

Make sure the seat belt is properly positioned and secured (see page 14

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Additional Safety Precautions

Neverholdaninfantorchildon If you are not wearing a yourlap. seat belt in a crash, you could be thrown forward and crush the child against the dashboard or a seat-back. If you are wearing a seat belt, the child can be torn from your arms and be seriously hurt or killed.

Neverputaseatbeltoveryourself andachild. belt could press deep into the child and cause serious or fatal injuries.

During a crash, the

Neverlettwochildrenusethe If they do, they sameseatbelt. could be very seriously injured in a crash.

Makesureanyunusedseatbelt thatachildcanreachisbuckled, thelockableretractorisactivated, andthebeltisfullyretractedand locked.

If a child wraps a loose

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seat belt around their neck, they can be seriously or fatally injured. (See pages activate and deactivate the lockable retractor.)

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Usethechildproofdoorlocksto preventchildrenfromopeningthe reardoors. children from accidentally falling out (see page

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Donotleavechildrenaloneina Leaving children without vehicle. adult supervision is illegal in most states and Canadian provinces, and can be very hazardous.

For example, infants and small children left in a vehicle on a hot day can die from heatstroke. A child left alone with the key in the ignition switch can accidentally set the vehicle in motion, possibly injuring themselves or others.

LockalldoorsandtheIn-Bed Trunkwhenyourvehicleisnotin Children who play in vehicles use. can accidentally get trapped inside. Teach your children not to play in or around vehicles. Know how to operate the emergency In-Bed Trunk opener and decide if your children should be shown how to use this feature (see page ).

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Teachyourchildrennottoplayon thepickupbed. closing the tailgate could cause accidental injuries.

Opening or

Even very young

Keepvehiclekeys/remote transmittersoutofthereachof children. children learn how to unlock vehicle doors, turn on the ignition switch, and open the windows, which can lead to accidental injury or death.

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Protecting Infants and Small Children

Protecting Infants

Two types of seats may be used: a seat designed exclusively for infants, or a convertible seat used in the rear- facing, reclining mode.

Donotputarear-facingchildseatin If placed aforward-facingposition. facing forward, an infant could be very seriously injured during a frontal collision.

ChildSeatType An infant must be properly restrained in a rear-facing, reclining child seat until the child reaches the seat maker’s weight or height limit for the seat, and the child is at least one year old.

Only a rear-facing child seat provides proper support for a baby’s head, neck, and back.

Rear-facingChildSeatPlacement A rear-facing child seat can be placed in any seating position in the back seat, but not in the front. rear-facingchildseatinthefront seat.

Neverputa

If the passenger’s front airbag inflates, it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or seriously injure an infant.

When properly installed, a rear- facing child seat may prevent the driver or a front passenger from moving their seat as far back as recommended, or from locking their seat-back in the desired position.

It could also interfere with proper operation of the passenger’s advanced front airbag system.

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In any of these situations, we strongly recommend that you install the child seat directly behind the front passenger’s seat, move the seat as far forward as needed, and leave it unoccupied. Or, you may wish to get a smaller rear-facing child seat.

Placing a rear-facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury or death during a collision.

Always place a rear-facing child seat in the back seat, not the front.

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Protecting Small Children

ChildSeatType A child who is at least one year old, and who fits within the child seat maker’s weight and height limits, should be restrained in a forward- facing, upright child seat.

Of the different seats available, we recommend those that have a five- point harness system as shown.

We also recommend that a small child use the child seat until the child reaches the weight or height limit for the seat.

ChildSeatPlacement We strongly recommend placing a forward-facing child seat in a back seat, not the front.

If the vehicle seat is too

Placingaforward-facingchildseatin thefrontseatofavehicleequipped withapassenger’sairbagcanbe hazardous. far forward, or the child’s head is thrown forward during a collision, an inflating airbag can strike the child with enough force to cause very serious or fatal injuries.

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Protecting Infants and Small Children, Selecting a Child Seat

Even with advanced front airbags that automatically turn the passenger’s front airbag off (see page place for a small child.

), a back seat is the safest

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If it is necessary to put a forward- facing child seat in the front, move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as possible, and be sure the child seat is firmly secured to the vehicle and the child is properly strapped in the seat.

Placing a forward-facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury or death if the front airbag inflates.

If you must place a forward- facing child seat in front, move the vehicle seat as far back as possible, and properly restrain the child.

Selecting a Child Seat When buying a child seat, you need to choose either a conventional child seat, or one designed for use with the lower anchors and tethers for children (LATCH) system.

Conventional child seats must be secured to a vehicle with a seat belt, whereas LATCH-compatible seats are secured by attaching the seat to hardware built into each rear seating position in the back seat.

Since LATCH-compatible child seats are easier to install and reduce the possibility of improper installation, we recommend selecting this style.

In seating positions and vehicles not equipped with LATCH, a LATCH- compatible child seat can be installed using a seat belt.

Whatever type of seat you choose, to provide proper protection, a child seat should meet three requirements:

1.

ThechildseatshouldmeetU.S.or CanadianMotorVehicleSafety Look for FMVSS Standard213. 213 or CMVSS 213 on the box.

2.

Thechildseatshouldbeofthe propertypeandsizetofitthechild. Rear-facing for infants, forward- facing for small children.

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Selecting a Child Seat, Installing a Child Seat

3.

Thechildseatshouldfitthe vehicleseatingposition(or positions)whereitwillbeused.

Before purchasing a conventional child seat, or using a previously purchased one, we recommend that you test the seat in the specific vehicle seating position or positions where the seat will be used.

Installing a Child Seat After selecting a proper child seat and a good place to install the seat, there are three main steps in installing the seat:

1.

Properlysecurethechildseatto All child seats must be thevehicle. secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt or with the LATCH (lower anchors and tethers for children) system. A child whose seat is not properly secured to the vehicle can be endangered in a crash.

2.

After installing a child

Makesurethechildseatisfirmly secured. seat, push and pull the seat forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure.

A child seat secured with a seat belt should be installed as firmly as possible. However, it does not need to be ‘‘rock solid.’’ Some side-to-side

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movement can be expected and should not reduce the child seat’s effectiveness.

If the child seat is not secure, try installing it in a different seating position, or use a different style of child seat that can be firmly secured.

3.

Securethechildinthechildseat. Make sure the child is properly strapped in the child seat according to the child seat maker’s instructions. A child who is not properly secured in a child seat can be seriously injured in a crash.

The following pages provide guidelines on how to properly install a child seat. A forward-facing child seat is used in all examples, but the instructions are the same for rear- facing child seats.

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Installing a Child Seat with LATCH Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH (lower anchors and tethers for children) at the rear seats.

The lower anchors are located between the seat-back and seat bottom, and are to be used only with a child seat designed for use with LATCH.

The location of each lower anchor is indicated by a small button above the anchor point.

Whenever using the center tether anchor point, make sure to push down the head restraint to the lowest position, route the strap over the seat-back, then around the upper guide before attaching the tether strap hook to the center tether anchor (see page

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LATCH ANCHOR POINTS

To install a LATCH-compatible child seat:

3.

1.

2.

If needed, move the seat belt buckle or tongue away from the lower anchors.

Make sure there are no objects near the anchors that could prevent a secure connection between the child seat and the anchors.

CENTER TETHER ANCHOR

Onthecenterseatingposition When using the tether strap on the child seat, attach the tether strap hook to the center tether anchor before installing the child seat to the lower anchors for the LATCH system, because the center tether anchor is positioned behind the child seat.

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Installing a Child Seat

Make sure the head restraint is in the lowest position. Lift the cover, then route the tether strap around the upper guide. Route the tether strap downward properly, making sure the strap is not twisted, then attach the strap hook to the center tether anchor.

Rigid type Place the child seat on the vehicle 4. seat, then attach the seat to the lower anchors according to the child seat maker’s instructions.

Some LATCH-compatible seats have a rigid-type connector as shown above.

Flexible type Other LATCH-compatible seats have a flexible-type connector as shown above.

5.

Whatever type you have, follow the child seat maker’s instructions for adjusting or tightening the fit.

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Installing a Child Seat

Outer Position 6.

TETHER ANCHOR

Ontheouterseatingposition Lift the head restraint (see page 103
), then route the tether strap over the seat-back and through the head restraint legs. Lift the cover, then route the tether strap around the upper guide. Route the tether strap downward properly, making sure the strap is not twisted, then attach the strap hook to the tether anchor on the outside of the seat bottom (see page

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).

TETHER ANCHOR

Center Position 7. Tighten the strap according to the seat maker’s instructions.

8.

Push and pull the child seat forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure.

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Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt When not using the LATCH system, all child seats must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/ shoulder belt.

In addition, the lap/shoulder belts in all seating positions except the driver’s have a lockable retractor that must be activated to secure a child seat.

If you intend to install the child seat in the rear center seating position and use the tether strap for additional security, make sure to push down the head restraint to the lowest position and hook the tether strap hook to the anchor before securing the child seat with the lap/ shoulder belt. Refer to page how to route the tether strap properly.

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1.

With the child seat in the desired seating position, route the belt through the child seat according to the seat maker’s instructions, then insert the latch plate into the buckle.

2.

3.

To activate the lockable retractor, slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all the way out until it stops, then let the belt feed back into the retractor.

After the belt has retracted, tug on it. If the belt is locked, you will not be able to pull it out. If you can pull the belt out, it is not locked, and you will need to repeat these steps.

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To deactivate the lockable retractor and remove a child seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract.

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4.

After confirming that the belt is locked, grab the shoulder part of the belt near the buckle, and pull up to remove any slack from the lap part of the belt. Remember, if the lap part of the belt is not tight, the child seat will not be secure.

To remove slack, it may help to put weight on the child seat, or push on the back of the seat while pulling up on the belt.

5.

Push and pull the child seat forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure enough to stay upright during normal driving maneuvers. If the child seat is not secure, unlatch the belt, allow it to retract fully, then repeat these steps.

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Installing a Child Seat with a Tether

COVER

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CENTER TETHER ANCHOR

OUTER TETHER ANCHOR

A child seat with a tether can be installed in any seating position in the back seat. Each outer seating position has a tether anchor at the outside of the seat bottom. The center seating position has a tether anchor between the lower anchors for the LATCH- compatible child seat. Each anchor point is shown above.

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UsinganOuterTetherAnchor

UPPER GUIDE

When using a tether anchor, always hook the tether strap through the upper guide to route it properly.

Since a tether can provide additional security to the lap/shoulder belt installation, we recommend using a tether whenever one is required or available.

OUTER TETHER ANCHOR

1.

After properly securing the child seat (see page ), lift the head restraint, then route the tether strap over the seat-back and through the head restraint legs.

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2.

Lift the cover, then hook the tether strap through the upper guide as shown.

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4.

Route the tether strap downward properly, making sure the strap is not twisted.

Attach the tether strap hook to the outer tether anchor on the outside of the seat bottom.

5.

Tighten the strap according to the seat maker’s instructions.

UsingtheCenterTetherAnchor Make sure to attach the tether strap hook to the anchor before installing the child seat, because the tether anchor is positioned behind the child seat.

1.

Place the child seat on the rear seat.

2.

Push down the rear center head restraint to the lowest position.

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3.

4.

CENTER TETHER ANCHOR

Route the tether strap over the seat-back, lift the cover, then hook the tether strap through the upper guide as shown.

Route the tether strap downward properly along the seat-back, making sure the strap is not twisted.

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Properly secure the child seat (see page strap according to the seat maker’s instructions.

), then tighten the tether

Whenever using the tether strap, make sure to route the strap through the upper guide before attaching the tether strap hook to the tether anchor. If the tether strap is not routed properly and secured, the child seat may not be secured. This could lead to serious injury or death.

5.

CENTER TETHER ANCHOR Attach the tether strap hook to the center tether anchor between the lower anchors for the LATCH- compatible child seat.

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When a child reaches the recommended weight or height limit for a forward-facing child seat, the child should sit in a back seat on a booster seat and wear a lap/shoulder belt.

The following pages give instructions on how to check proper seat belt fit, what kind of booster seat to use if one is needed, and important precautions for a child who must sit in front.

Allowing a child age 12 or under to sit in front can result in injury or death if the passenger’s front airbag inflates.

If a child must ride in front, move the vehicle seat as far back as possible, use a booster seat if needed, have the child sit up properly and wear the seat belt properly.

Protecting Larger Children

Checking Seat Belt Fit

To determine if a lap/shoulder belt properly fits a child, have the child put on the seat belt, then ask yourself:

1.

Does the child sit all the way back against the seat?

2.

Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the edge of the seat?

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Does the shoulder belt cross between the child’s neck and arm?

4.

Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching the child’s thighs?

5.

Will the child be able to stay seated like this for the whole trip?

If you answer yes to all these questions, the child is ready to wear the lap/shoulder belt correctly. If you answer no to any question, the child needs to ride on a booster seat.

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Booster seats can be high-back or low-back. Whichever style you select, make sure the booster seat meets federal safety standards (see page 39
seat maker’s instructions.

) and that you follow the booster

If a child who uses a booster seat must ride in front, move the vehicle seat as far back as possible and be sure the child is wearing the seat belt properly.

A child may continue using a booster seat until the tops of their ears are even with the top of the vehicle’s or booster’s seat-back. A child of this height should be tall enough to use the lap/shoulder belt without a booster seat.

Using a Booster Seat

A child who has outgrown a forward- facing child seat should ride in a back seat and use a booster seat until the lap/shoulder belt fits them properly without the booster.

Some states and Canadian provinces also require children to use a booster seat until they reach a given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs). Be sure to check current laws in the states or provinces where you intend to drive.

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When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that all children age 12 and under be properly restrained in the back seat.

If the passenger’s front airbag inflates in a moderate to severe frontal collision, the airbag can cause serious injuries to a child who is unrestrained, improperly restrained, sitting too close to the airbag, or out of position.

A side airbag also poses risks. If any part of a larger child’s body is in the path of a deploying side airbag, the child could receive possibly serious injuries.

Of course, children vary widely. And while age may be one indicator of when a child can safely ride in front, there are other important factors you should consider.

PhysicalSize Physically, a child must be large enough for the lap/shoulder belt to properly fit (see pages ). If 49
the seat belt does not fit properly, with or without the child sitting on a booster seat, the child should not sit in front.

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Maturity To safely ride in front, a child must be able to follow the rules, including sitting properly, and wearing the seat belt properly throughout a ride.

Protecting Larger Children

If you decide that a child can safely ride up front, be sure to:

Carefully read the owner’s manual, and make sure you understand all seat belt instructions and all safety information.

Move the vehicle seat to the rear- most position.

Have the child sit up straight, back against the seat, and feet on or near the floor.

Check that the child’s seat belt is properly and securely positioned.

Supervise the child. Even a mature child sometimes needs to be reminded to fasten the seat belt or sit properly.

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Devices intended to

Donotputanyaccessoriesona seatbelt. improve a child’s comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can make the belt less effective and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash.

Protecting Larger Children

Additional Safety Precautions

Donotletachildwearaseatbelt This could result acrosstheneck. in serious neck injuries during a crash.

This could

Donotletachildputtheshoulder partofaseatbeltbehindtheback orunderthearm. cause very serious injuries during a crash. It also increases the chance that the child will slide under the belt in a crash and be injured.

Twochildrenshouldneverusethe sameseatbelt. could be very seriously injured in a crash.

If they do, they

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Your vehicle’s exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas. Carbon monoxide should not enter the vehicle in normal driving if you maintain your vehicle properly and follow the information on this page.

Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever:

The vehicle is raised for an oil change.

You notice a change in the sound of the exhaust.

The vehicle was in an accident that may have damaged the underside.

Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and even kill you.

Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that expose you to carbon monoxide.

High levels of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly in enclosed areas, such as a garage. Do not run the engine with the garage door closed. Even with the door open, run the engine only long enough to move the vehicle out of the garage.

Carbon Monoxide Hazard

With a truck cap installed and the back window open, engine exhaust may enter the vehicle and cause a hazardous condition. Keep the back window tightly closed whenever you drive with a truck cap installed.

If you must sit in your parked vehicle with the engine running, even in an unconfined area, adjust the heating and cooling system/climate control system as follows:

1. 2. 3. 4.

Select the fresh air mode. Select the Turn the fan on high speed. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.

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Safety Labels

These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully.

If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for a replacement.

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Instruments and Controls

This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your vehicle. All the essential controls are within easy reach.

Control Locations Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Indicators Gauges Controls Near the Steering

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Wheel

Multi-Control Lever Headlight Control Dial Instrument Panel Brightness Hazard Warning Button Steering Wheel Adjustment Keys Immobilizer System Ignition Switch Door Locks

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Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 84
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Remote Transmitter Dual-Action Tailgate In-Bed Trunk Seats Seat Heaters Power Windows Moonroof Parking Brake Mirrors

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Interior Convenience Items

Center Console

Console Compartments Cargo Hooks

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Beverage Holders Glove Box Coat Hooks Sunglasses Holder Accessory Power Sockets Sun Visor Vanity Mirror

Interior Lights Bed Lights

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Control Locations

INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS GAUGES

(P.70)

(P.59)

REAR VIEW MIRROR WITH COMPASS

(P.172)

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AUDIO SYSTEM (P.135)

PARKING BRAKE RELEASE HANDLE (P.111)

MIRROR CONTROLS (P.113)

POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.83)

POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.107)

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.183)

FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE

AUXILIARY INPUT JACK

(P.165)

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HEATING/COOLING (P.124) CONTROLS CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM

(P.130)

GLOVE BOX (P.117)

(P.181)

PARKING BRAKE PEDAL

(P.111)

CENTER CONSOLE (P.115)

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P.118)

Vehicle with navigation system is shown.

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: If equipped

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U.S. models

VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR

(P.67)

VTM-4 INDICATOR

(P.66)

HIGH BEAM INDICATOR

(P.65)

A/T TEMPERATURE INDICATOR

(P.66)

LIGHTS ON INDICATOR

(P.66)

TPMS INDICATOR

(P.68)

IN-BED TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR

(P.69)

(P.62)

CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.63) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP

(P.291)

(P.62)

BED LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.69)

BACK WINDOW OPEN INDICATOR

(P.69)

DOOR AND TAILGATE MONITOR (P.64) TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR (P.68)

Instrument Panel

VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.67) LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.68)

MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR

(P.67)

SIDE AIRBAG OFF (P.62) INDICATOR

IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.63)

WASHER LEVEL INDICATOR (P.65)

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.62)

SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.61)

LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.65)

CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.65)

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR

(P.63)

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Instrument Panel

Canadian models

VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR

(P.67)

VTM-4 INDICATOR

(P.66)

(P.66)

(P.65)

(P.65)

HIGH BEAM INDICATOR A/T TEMPERATURE INDICATOR DAY TIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR LIGHTS ON INDICATOR TPMS INDICATOR (P.68) IN-BED TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR (P.69)

(P.66)

(P.62)

CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.63) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP BED LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.69)

(P.291)

(P.62)

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VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.67)

LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR

(P.68)

DOOR AND TAILGATE MONITOR (P.64) TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR (P.68)

BACK WINDOW OPEN INDICATOR

(P.69)

MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR

(P.67)

SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.62)

IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.63)

WASHER LEVEL INDICATOR

(P.65)

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.62)

SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.61)

LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.65)

CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.65)

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR

(P.63)

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The instrument panel has many indicators to give you important information about your vehicle.

Seat Belt Reminder Indicator

This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It reminds you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts. A beeper also sounds if you have not fastened your seat belt.

If you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position before fastening your seat belts, the beeper sounds, and the indicator flashes. If you do not fasten your seat belts before the beeper stops, the indicator stops flashing but remains on.

Instrument Panel Indicators

If your front passenger does not fasten their seat belt, the indicator comes on about 6 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position.

If either of you do not fasten your seat belt while driving, the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash again at regular intervals. For more information, see page

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Supplemental Restraint System Indicator

This indicator comes on for several seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on at any other time, it indicates a potential problem with your front airbags. This indicator will also alert you to a potential problem with your side airbags, passenger’s side airbag automatic cutoff system, side curtain airbags, rollover sensor, automatic seat belt tensioners, driver’s seat position sensor, or the front passenger’s weight sensors. 28
For more information, see page

Instrument Panel Indicators

Malfunction Indicator Lamp 291

See page

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator flashes or stays on when the engine is running. For 290
more information, see page

Charging System Indicator

If this indicator comes on when the engine is running, the battery is not being charged. For more information, see page

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U.S.

Canada

Side Airbag Off Indicator

This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on at any other time, it indicates that the passenger’s side airbag has automatically shut off. For more information, see page

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Instrument Panel Indicators

U.S.

Canada

Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator

This indicator has two functions:

1.

2.

It comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It is a reminder to check the parking brake. A beeper sounds if you drive with the parking brake not fully released. Driving with the parking brake not fully released can damage the brakes and tires.

If it stays on after you have fully released the parking brake while the engine is running, or if it comes on while driving, there could be a problem with the brake system. For more information, see page

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Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator

This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and when the ignition switch is turned to the START (III) position. If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem with the ABS. If this happens, have your vehicle checked at a dealer. With the indicator on, your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti- lock brakes. For more information, see page

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Immobilizer System Indicator

This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It will go off if you have inserted a properly-coded ignition key. If it is not a properly-coded key, the indicator will blink and the engine will not start (see page

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This indicator also blinks several times when you turn the ignition switch from the ON (II) position to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position.

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Instrument Panel Indicators

Door and Tailgate Monitor

This monitor includes two functions; the door open indicator and the tailgate open indicator. This monitor works with the ignition switch in any position.

The specific door indicator comes on in this monitor if any door is not closed tightly.

The tailgate indicator comes on when the tailgate is swung open or if it is not closed completely after you swing it closed.

Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators

The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you signal a lane change or turn. If an indicator does not blink or blinks rapidly, it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out (see pages ). and Replace the bulb as soon as possible, since other drivers cannot see that you are signaling.

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When you press the hazard warning button, both turn signal indicators and all turn signals on the outside of the vehicle flash.

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If the tailgate is swung open or is not closed tightly, you will hear six beeps and see the indicator blinking when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. The beeper also sounds and the indicator blinks when you move the shift lever out of the Park or neutral position.

The tailgate open indicator does not monitor the tailgate when it is