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Seats and Restraints
(B) Forward-Facing Child Seat
A forward-facing child seat (B) provides restraint for the child's body with the harness.
(C) Booster Seats A booster seat (C) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle's safety belt system. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window.
Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle { WARNING
A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle's safety belt or LATCH system, following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual.
To help reduce the chance of injury, the child restraint must be secured in the vehicle. Child restraint systems must be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or by the LATCH system.
See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑51 for more information. Children can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both, and to this manual. The child restraint instructions are important, so if they are not available, obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer.
Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in the vehicle — even when no child is in it. Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint
{ WARNING
A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint. Secure the child properly following the instructions that came with that child restraint.
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Where to Put the Restraint According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position. We recommend that children and child restraints be secured in a rear seat, including: an infant or a child riding in a rear-facing child restraint; a child riding in a forward-facing child seat; an older child riding in a booster seat; and children, who are large enough, using safety belts.
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A label on the sun visor says, “Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the front.” This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys.
{ WARNING
A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. A child in a forward-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position.
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WARNING (Continued)
Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag, no system is fail-safe. No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance, even though it is turned off. Secure rear-facing child restraints in a rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If you secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3‑35 for additional information.
When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle. Wherever a child restraint is installed, be sure to secure the child restraint properly. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in the vehicle — even when no child is in it.
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) The LATCH system holds a child restraint during driving or in a crash. This system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier. The LATCH system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint that are made for use with the LATCH system. Make sure that a LATCH-compatible child restraint is properly installed using the anchors, or use the vehicle's safety belts to secure the restraint, following the instructions that came with that restraint, and also the instructions in this manual.
When installing a child restraint with a top tether, you must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint. A child restraint must never be installed using only the top tether and anchor. In order to use the LATCH system in the vehicle, you need a child restraint that has LATCH attachments. The child restraint manufacturer will provide you with instructions on how to use the child restraint and its attachments. The following explains how to attach a child restraint with these attachments in the vehicle. Not all vehicle seating positions or child restraints have lower anchors and attachments or top tether anchors and attachments.
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Lower Anchors
Lower anchors (A) are metal bars built into the vehicle. There are two lower anchors for each LATCH seating position that will accommodate a child restraint with lower attachments (B).
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Top Tether Anchor
A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle. The top tether attachment (B) on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash.
The child restraint may have a single tether (A) or a dual tether (C). Either will have a single attachment (B) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the child restraint. If the child restraint does not have a top tether, one can be obtained, in kit form, for many child restraints. Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available.
Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations
Rear Seat
i (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with top tether anchors. j (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors. Each outboard seating position in the rear seat has exposed metal lower anchors in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion.
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Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached. According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position. See Where to Put the Restraint on page 3‑49 for additional information.
located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed.
For H3T models, the top tether anchor symbol is located near the top tether anchors to assist you in locating the top tether anchors.
H3
For H3 models, the top tether anchors are located on the back of the rear seatbacks. Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed.
H3T
For H3T models, the top tether anchors are located on the back panel behind each rear seating position. Be sure to use an anchor
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Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System
{ WARNING
{ WARNING
If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to anchors, the child restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Install a LATCH-type child restraint properly using the anchors, or use the vehicle's safety belts to secure the restraint, following the instructions that came with the child restraint and the instructions in this manual.
Do not attach more than one child restraint to a single anchor. Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash. A child or others could be injured. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash, attach only one child restraint per anchor.
{ WARNING
Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten. Buckle any unused safety belts behind the child restraint so children cannot reach them.
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WARNING (Continued)
Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock, if your vehicle has one, after the child restraint has been installed.
Notice: Do not let the LATCH attachments rub against the vehicle’s safety belts. This may damage these parts. If necessary, move buckled safety belts to avoid rubbing the LATCH attachments. Do not fold the empty rear seat with a safety belt buckled. This could damage the safety belt or the seat. Unbuckle and return the safety belt to its stowed position, before folding the seat.
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If the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether, route the tether over the seatback.
H3T Models 1.
If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor (A), if equipped. Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps:
or Rear Seats (H3T) on page 3‑9 for additional information.
1.3. Route the top tether
according to the child restraint instructions and the following instructions:
1.1. Put the child restraint on
the seat.
1.2. Pull the seatback forward
to access the top tether anchors (A). See Rear Seats (H3) on page 3‑7
If the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether, route the tether over the seatback.
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1.5. Push rearward on the
seatback until it locks into its upright position. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is secured properly.
2. Attach and tighten the lower
attachments to the lower anchors. If the child restraint does not have lower attachments or the desired seating position does not have lower anchors, secure the child restraint with the top tether and the safety belts. Refer to the child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual. 2.1. Find the lower anchors for
the desired seating position.
2.2. Attach and tighten the lower
attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors.
If the position you are using has a fixed headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether, route the tether over the headrest or head restraint.
If the position you are using has a fixed headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether, route the tether around the headrest or head restraint. 1.4. Attach the top tether to the anchor (A). Make sure that you secure the top tether to the top tether anchor and not to the seatback latch (B).
3. Tighten the top tether.
If the headrest interferes with the installation of the child restraint, remove the headrest by pressing the button on the headrest post, at the top of the seatback, and lift to remove. Store the headrest under the outboard side of the rear seat.
4. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. When removing the child restraint, reinsert the headrest if it has been removed from the seatback.
H3 Models 1. Attach and tighten the lower
attachments to the lower anchors. If the child restraint does not have lower attachments or the desired
seating position does not have lower anchors, secure the child restraint with the top tether and the safety belts. Refer to the child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual. 1.1. Find the lower anchors for
the desired seating position.
1.2. Put the child restraint on
the seat.
1.3. Attach and tighten the lower
attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors.
If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor, if equipped. Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps: 2.1. Find the top tether anchor.
2.
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2.2. Route, attach and tighten
the top tether according to the child restraint instructions and the following instructions:
If the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether, route the tether over the seatback.
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If the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether, route the tether over the seatback.
If the position you are using has a fixed headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether, route the tether over the headrest or head restraint.
If the position you are using has a fixed headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether, route the tether around the headrest or head restraint. 3. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Outboard Seating Position) When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle. If the child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑51 for how and where to install the child restraint using LATCH. If a child restraint is secured in the vehicle using a safety belt and it uses a top tether, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑51 for top tether anchor locations.
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Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. If the child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say.
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash { WARNING
A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle. A damaged LATCH system may not properly secure the child restraint, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure the LATCH system is working properly after a crash, see your dealer to have the system inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible.
If the vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being used during a crash, new LATCH system parts may be needed. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the LATCH system was not being used at the time of the crash.
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If more than one child restraint needs to be installed in the rear seat, be sure to read Where to Put the Restraint on page 3‑49. 1. Put the child restraint on
the seat.
2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.
3. For H3T models, tilt the latch
plate to adjust the belt if needed.
4. Push the latch plate into the
5. For H3 models, pull the rest of
buckle until it clicks. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary.
the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock.
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Securing Child Restraints (Rear Center Seating Position) Many child restraints are too wide to be correctly secured in the center rear seat, although some of them will fit there. If the center seat position is too narrow for the child restraint, secure it in a rear outside seat position. If a child restraint is secured in the center seat position, follow the instructions in Securing Child Restraints (Rear Outboard Seating Position) on page 3‑59 or Securing Child Restraints (Rear Center Seating Position) on page 3‑61 or Securing Child Restraints (Right Front Seat Position) on page 3‑62.
7.
If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑51 for more information. For H3T models, if the headrest interferes with the installation of the child restraint, remove the headrest by pressing the button on the headrest post, at the top of the seatback, and lift to remove. Store the headrest under the outboard side of the rear seat.
8. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.
To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position. If the top tether is attached to a top tether anchor, disconnect it. If the headrest has been removed, reinsert it onto the seatback.
6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. When installing a forward-facing child restraint, it may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
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Securing Child Restraints (Right Front Seat Position) The vehicle has airbags. A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward-facing child restraint. See Where to Put the Restraint on page 3‑49 . In addition, the vehicle has a passenger sensing system which is designed to turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3‑35
and Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5‑11 for more information, including important safety information. A label on the sun visor says, “Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys.{ WARNING
A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. A child in a forward-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position. Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag, no system is fail-safe. No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance, even though it is turned off.
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WARNING (Continued)
Secure rear-facing child restraints in a rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If you secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3‑35 for additional information.
If the child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑51 for how and where to install the child restraint using LATCH. If a child restraint is secured using a safety belt and it uses a top tether, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑51 for top tether anchor locations.
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5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock.
Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. You will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. 1. Move the seat as far back as it
will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint. When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag, the off indicator on the passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5‑11.
2. Put the child restraint on
the seat.
3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.
4. Push the latch plate into the
buckle until it clicks. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary.
If the airbag is off, the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator will come on and stay on when the vehicle is started. If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit, see “If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child Restraint ” under Passenger Sensing System on page 3‑35 for more information. To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position.
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6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. When installing a forward-facing child restraint, it may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.
Storage
Storage Compartments
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Front Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Center Console Storage . . . . . . 4-1Additional Storage Features
Rear Compartment/Storage
Panel Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Cargo Tie Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Cargo ManagementSystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3Roof Rack System
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Storage
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Front Storage The vehicle has a storage net located on the back of each front seat. To remove a net, pull out on the four clips.
Center Console Storage A two tiered storage area is located in the center console. To open, lift the latch on the front and pull up. Pull out the top storage area to access storage underneath.
Storage Compartments
Glove Box Open the glove box by pulling up on the bottom of the handle.
Cupholders The vehicle may have cupholders in front of the front armrest storage area and in the lower area of the driver and front passenger doors. The H3 may also have a cupholder in the center of the rear bench seat. Pull down on the cover to open the cupholder. The H3T may have cupholders in the rear seat and cup/bottle holders located on the bottom of the rear doors.
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Additional Storage Features
Rear Compartment/ Storage Panel Cover The H3 has a rear storage area located on the passenger side of the cargo area. To open it, pull the two tabs out and open lid.
Cargo Cover Notice: Do not put items onto the cargo cover. The weight of the items could cause the attachment clips to break. The cargo cover could no longer be attached and used. The repairs would not be covered by the warranty. Never put anything on top of the cargo cover.
Cargo Management System The vehicle comes with a cargo management system located in the bed of the vehicle. The system contains three rails located on the front and sides of the bed.
The vehicle may have a cargo cover. It can be used to cover items in the rear of the vehicle. To install the cover, place the loops on each corner of the cover on the four hooks in the rear of the vehicle. The cover should be stored securely when not in use.
Cargo Tie Downs There may be four cargo tie-downs that can be moved on the tracks located on the roof. To move, loosen the tie-down counterclockwise. Turn clockwise to tighten and lock in place.
The system has four adjustable cargo tie-downs, that can be placed on the upper and lower slides of the rail.
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To remove or install cargo tie-downs at the front of the bed, slide the corner cap towards the center of the bed to expose the rail notches. To remove the corner cap, pull either edge away from the rail. To remove the system, loosen the toggle bolts on each rail until they can be removed from the bed of the truck. To replace the system, place the toggle bolts and rails into their original locations and tighten them to a torque setting of 17Y (12.5 ft‐lbs).
Notice: If cargo is tied down using the horizontal slots on the top of the pickup box, the box could be damaged and would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Only use the tie-down loops if the vehicle does not have the cargo management system.
Convenience Net Use the convenience net, located in the rear, to store small loads as far forward as possible. The net should not be used to store heavy loads.
To adjust a tie-down, pull the locator pin out and move the tie-down to another location making sure the locator pin lines up with a locator hole on the rail. The tie-down pin may not be installed correctly if the pin does not line up, turn it over and reinstall. The tie-down will not move when the pin is completely installed. The maximum load for each rail is 227 kg (500 lbs). The rails are notched at each end which allows the tie-downs to be removed and placed on another rail. To remove, pull the locator pin out and slide the tie-down to the end of the rail and pull back.
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Roof Rack System
{ WARNING
If something is carried on top of the vehicle that is longer or wider than the roof rack— like paneling, plywood, or a mattress— the wind can catch it while the vehicle is being driven. The item being carried could be violently torn off, and this could cause a collision, and damage the vehicle. Never carry something longer or wider than the roof rack on top of the vehicle unless using a HUMMER Certified accessory carrier.
For vehicles with a roof rack, the rack can be used to load items. For roof racks that do not have crossrails included, HUMMER Certified crossrails can be purchased as an accessory. See your dealer for additional information. Notice: Loading cargo on the roof rack that weighs more than 113 kg (250 lbs) or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage the vehicle. Load cargo so that it rests evenly between the crossrails, making sure to fasten cargo securely.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo when driving, check to make sure crossrails and cargo are securely fastened. Loading cargo on the roof rack will make the vehicle’s center of gravity higher. Avoid high speeds, sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden braking or abrupt maneuvers, otherwise it may result in loss of control. If driving for a long distance, on rough roads, or at high speeds, occasionally stop the vehicle to make sure the cargo remains in its place. Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading the vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑27.
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4. Repeat Steps 1 through 3 to the
opposite end of the crossrail.
5. Once both sides of the crossrail are loose, adjust the crossrail to the desired position.
6. Push the lever labeled “PULL”
from right to left to lock the crossrail in place.
7. Reinstall the end cap and turn
the crossrail key to lock the crossrail.
8. Repeat Steps 5 through 7 to the
opposite end of the crossrail.
Stop Tabs If the vehicle has a sunroof, it has a crossrail stop tab in the siderail. This tab prevents the crossrail from being moved past the opening of the sunroof and cargo from being loaded too far forward. The vehicle may have cargo tie downs. Once the cargo is loaded onto the crossrails, use the cargo tie downs to secure it . Do not load cargo directly on the roof of the vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑27 for more information.
Adjusting the Crossrails To adjust the crossrails to fit a load:
1. Turn the crossrail key
counterclockwise to unlock the crossrail end cap. 2. Remove the end cap.
3. Pull the lever labeled “PULL” from left to right to loosen the crossrail.
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2 NOTES
Instruments and Controls
5-1
Instruments and Controls
Controls
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 5-2
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . 5-2
Rear Window Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Cigarette Lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Ashtrays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Engine Coolant TemperatureGauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . 5-9
Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . 5-10
Passenger Airbag StatusIndicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
Charging System Light . . . . . . . 5-11
MalfunctionIndicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
Brake System Warning
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15
Up-Shift Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15
Traction Control System(TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light . . . . 5-16
Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . 5-16
Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . 5-17
Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17
High-Beam on Light . . . . . . . . . 5-17
Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . 5-18Information Displays
Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-18
Vehicle Messages
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21
Battery Voltage and ChargingMessages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21
Brake System Messages . . . . 5-22
Door Ajar Messages . . . . . . . . . 5-22
Engine Cooling SystemMessages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-23
Engine Oil Messages . . . . . . . . 5-23
Engine Power Messages . . . . 5-23
Fuel System Messages . . . . . . 5-24
Lamp Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-24
Ride Control SystemMessages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-24
Service Vehicle Messages . . . 5-25
Tire Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
Transmission Messages . . . . . 5-25Universal Remote System
Universal Remote System . . . 5-26
Universal Remote SystemProgramming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-26
Universal Remote System
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-30
5-2
Instruments and Controls
Controls
Steering Wheel Adjustment A tilt wheel allows the steering wheel to be adjusted.
The tilt lever is on the left side of the steering column.
To tilt, hold the steering wheel and pull the tilt lever toward you. Raise or lower the wheel to a comfortable level, then release the tilt lever to lock the wheel in place. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
Horn Press near the horn symbols or press on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn.
Windshield Wiper/Washer Turn the band with the N symbol to control the windshield wipers.
8 (Mist): Turn to z for a single wipe, then release. For several wipes, hold the band on z longer.
N (Adjustable Interval Wipes): Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes.
6 : Slow wipes, turn the band to the first solid position past the delay settings. 1 : Fast wipes, turn the band to the second solid position past the delay settings. 9 (Off): Turns the wipers off. Clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If they become worn or damaged, install new blades or blade inserts. See Wiper Blade Replacement on page 10‑32
Windshield wipers work in all power modes, except when the ignition is set to LOCK/OFF. After the engine is turned off, wipers will work in Retained Accessory Power (RAP) mode until a door is opened. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑35 .Instruments and Controls
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Windshield Washer L (Washer Fluid): To spray washer fluid on the windshield, push the paddle marked with L at the top of the turn signal/lane change lever. The wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return to the preset speed. { WARNING
In freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision.
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
For vehicles with this feature, the knob is located on the instrument panel below the climate controls. Z (Rear Wiper): Turn to 1 for a slower wiping speed or to 2 for a faster wiping speed.
0 (Off): Turn to 0 for off. = (Washer Fluid): Press to wash and wipe the window. The rear window washer uses the same fluid bottle as the windshield washer. Check the fluid level if the windshield can be washed, but the rear windows cannot.
Compass
Compass Display The inside rearview mirror may have a compass display. Press z to turn the compass display on or off.
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Compass Calibration The compass may need to be calibrated if CAL is not displayed and the compass requires calibration. Press and hold O until CAL displays in the compass window, then release the button. The compass is now in calibration mode. . Drive the vehicle in circles at less than 8 km/h (5 mph) until CAL is no longer displayed in the compass window. Then continue to drive to make sure all eight directions are available.
. Drive the vehicle under normal
operating conditions.
Compass Variance The mirror is set to zone eight. If you do not live in zone eight or drive out of the area, the compass variance needs to be changed to the appropriate zone.
To adjust for compass variance: 1. Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map.
2. Press and hold O for
six seconds until ZONE displays. Release the button. The compass is now in zone mode.
3. Keep pressing O until the
desired zone number displays. Release the button. After four seconds, the new zone number locks in and the compass display returns.
Clock The clock can be set with the ignition on or off. Use the H and M buttons located on the lower left side of the radio. To set the clock: 1. Press and hold H until the
correct hour and AM or PM displays.
2. Press and hold M until the
correct minute displays.
Press DISP (Display) to display the time while the ignition is turned off.
Power Outlets The accessory power outlets can be used to connect auxiliary electrical equipment, such as a cellular phone. There are two accessory power outlets located under the climate control system. There is also one accessory power outlet located in the rear cargo area (H3 model only). Pull down the small cover to access the accessory power outlet. Notice: Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain the battery. Always unplug electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum amperage rating of 20 amperes.
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Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a problem, see your dealer for additional information on accessory power outlets. Notice: Adding any electrical equipment to the vehicle can damage it or keep other components from working as they should. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not use equipment exceeding maximum amperage rating of 20 amperes. Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment. When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment.
Notice: Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug because the power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only.
Cigarette Lighter For vehicles with a lighter, push the lighter down and it will pop up when it is ready to be used. Notice: Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating does not let the lighter back away from the heating element when it is hot. Damage from overheating can occur to the lighter or heating element, or a fuse could be blown. Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it is heating.
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Ashtrays For vehicles with a removable ashtray, it can be placed into the cupholder and be removed for cleaning. Notice: If papers, pins, or other flammable items are put in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage the vehicle. Never put flammable items in the ashtray.
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury. Warning lights come on when there could be a problem with a vehicle function. Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working.
Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle function. Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a problem with the vehicle. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while driving, or when one of the gauges shows there may be a problem, check the section that explains what to do. Follow this manual's advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous.
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United States 3.7L L5 Automatic Transmission version shown, 5.3L V8, Canada and Manual Transmission
similar
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Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle's speed in both kilometers per hour (km/h) and miles per hour (mph).
Odometer The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in either kilometers or miles. This vehicle has a tamper-resistant odometer. If the vehicle needs a new odometer installed, the new one is set to the mileage of the old odometer. If this is not possible, it is set at zero and a label is put on the driver's door to show the old mileage reading.
Trip Odometer The vehicle has a trip odometer that indicates how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last set to zero.
See “Trip Odometer” under Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑18 for more information.
Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm).
Fuel Gauge
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Canada
The fuel gauge indicates about how much fuel there is remaining in the fuel tank. The ignition must be in ON/RUN. An arrow on the fuel gauge indicates the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on.
Here are three things that can happen but do not indicate a problem with the fuel gauge: . At the gas station, the gas pump
shuts off before the gauge reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated. For example, the gauge may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank's capacity to fill the tank. The gauge moves a little when turning a corner or speeding up. When the fuel in the fuel tank is low, a LOW FUEL message displays on the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Fuel System Messages on page 5‑24 for more information.
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
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Canada
This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gauge pointer is in the shaded area of the gauge, the engine is too hot. It means that the engine coolant has overheated. If the vehicle has been operating under normal driving conditions, pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible. See Engine Overheating on page 10‑22 for more information.
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Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light The passenger safety belt reminder light is by the passenger airbag status indicator.
Safety Belt Reminders
Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light There is a driver safety belt reminder light on the instrument panel cluster.
When the engine is started this light and a chime come on and stay on for several seconds to remind drivers to fasten their safety belts. The light also begins to flash. This cycle repeats if the driver remains unbuckled and the vehicle is moving. If the driver safety belt is already buckled, neither the light nor chime come on.
When the engine is started this light and the chime come on and stay on for several seconds to remind the passenger to fasten their safety belt. The light also begins to flash. This cycle repeats if the passenger remains unbuckled and the vehicle is moving. If the passenger safety belt is buckled, neither the chime nor the light comes on.
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The front passenger safety belt warning light and chime may turn on if an object is put on the seat such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop or other electronic device. To turn off the warning light and or chime, remove the object from the seat or buckle the safety belt.
Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag's electrical system for malfunctions. The light indicates if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the airbag sensor, the pretensioners, the airbag
modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the airbag system, see Airbag System on page 3‑27 .
This light comes on when the vehicle is started, and flashes for a few seconds. The light goes out when the system is ready. If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving, the airbag system may not work properly. Have the vehicle serviced right away.
{ WARNING If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving, it means the airbag system might not be working properly. The airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. To help avoid injury, have the vehicle serviced right away.
The airbag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when the engine is started. If the light does not come on then, have it fixed immediately.
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as a system check. Then, after several more seconds, the status indicator will light either ON or OFF, or either the on or off symbol to let you know the status of the right front passenger frontal airbag. If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the right front passenger frontal airbag is enabled (may inflate). If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag status indicator, it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag. If, after several seconds, both status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your dealer for service.
{ WARNING If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5‑10 for more information, including important safety information.
Charging System Light
This light comes on briefly when the ignition key is turned, but the engine is not running, as a check to show it is working.
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator The vehicle has the passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3‑35 for important safety information. The instrument panel has a passenger airbag status indicator.
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Canada
When the vehicle is started, the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and off, for several seconds
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It should go out once the engine starts. If it stays on, or comes on while driving, there could be a problem with the charging system. A charging system message in the Driver Information Center (DIC) may also appear. See Battery Voltage and Charging Messages on page 5‑21 for more information. This light could indicate that there are problems with a generator drive belt, or that there is an electrical problem. Have it checked right away. If the vehicle must be driven a short distance with the light on, turn off all the accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp A computer system called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) monitors operation of the fuel, ignition, and emission control systems. It ensures that
emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment.
This light comes on when the ignition is on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show it is working. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the check engine light comes on and stays on, while the engine is running, this indicates that there is an OBD II problem and service is required. Malfunctions often are indicated by the system before any problem is apparent. Being aware of the light can prevent more serious damage to the vehicle. This system assists the service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction.
Notice: If the vehicle is continually driven with this light on, after a while, the emission controls might not work as well, the vehicle's fuel economy might not be as good, and the engine might not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that might not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect the vehicle's emission controls and can cause this light to come on. Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty. This could also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. See Accessories and Modifications on page 10‑3.
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This light comes on during a malfunction in one of two ways: Light Flashing: A misfire condition has been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and could damage the emission control system on the vehicle. Diagnosis and service might be required. The following can prevent more serious damage to the vehicle: . Reduce vehicle speed. . Avoid hard accelerations. . Avoid steep uphill grades.
If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible.
If the light continues to flash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park the vehicle. Turn the key off, wait at least 10 seconds, and restart the engine. If the light is still flashing, follow the previous steps and see your dealer for service as soon as possible.
Light On Steady: An emission control system malfunction has been detected on the vehicle. Diagnosis and service might be required. An emission system malfunction might be corrected. . Make sure the fuel cap is fully
installed. See Filling the Tank on page 9‑68 . The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off. If the vehicle has been driven through a deep puddle of water, the vehicle's electrical system might be wet. The condition is usually corrected when the electrical system dries out. A few driving trips should turn the light off.
. Make sure to fuel the vehicle
with quality fuel. Poor fuel quality causes the engine not to run as efficiently as designed and may cause: stalling after start-up, stalling when the vehicle is changed into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration, or stumbling on acceleration. These conditions might go away once the engine is warmed up. If one or more of these conditions occurs, change the fuel brand used. It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. See Recommended Fuel on page 9‑64 .
If none of the above have made the light turn off, your dealer can check the vehicle. The dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that might have developed.
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Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or might begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on the vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things to know to help the vehicle pass an inspection:
The vehicle will not pass this inspection if the check engine light is on with the engine running, or if the key is in ON/RUN and the light is not on. The vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD II (on-board diagnostic) system determines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system. The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection. This can happen if
the battery has recently been replaced or if the battery has run down. The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving. This can take several days of routine driving. If this has been done and the vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD II system readiness, your dealer can prepare the vehicle for inspection.
Brake System Warning Light The vehicle's hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part is not working, the other part can still work and stop the vehicle. For good braking though, both parts need to be working well. If the warning light comes on, there could be a brake problem. Have the brake system inspected right away.
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This light comes on briefly when the ignition key is turned to ON/RUN. If it does not, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem. When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light comes on when the parking brake is set. See Parking Brake on page 9‑51
for more information. The light stays on if the parking brake does not release fully. If it stays on after the parking brake is fully released, it means there is a brake problem.If the light comes on while driving, pull off the road and stop. The brake pedal might be harder to push, or it might go closer to the floor. It can take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. See Towing the Vehicle on page 10‑90.
{ WARNING
The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a crash. If the light is still on after the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped, have the vehicle towed for service.
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Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
For vehicles with the Antilock Brake System (ABS), this light comes on briefly when the engine is started. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally the indicator light will then go off. If the ABS light stays on, turn the ignition off. If the light comes on while driving, stop as soon as it is safely possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the ABS light stays on, or comes on again while driving, the vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning light is not on, the vehicle still has brakes, but not antilock brakes.
If the regular brake system warning light is also on, the vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes. See Brake System Warning Light on page 5‑14 . For vehicles with a Driver Information Center (DIC), see Brake System Messages on page 5‑22 for more information.
Up-Shift Light
The vehicle may have an up-shift light. When this light comes on, shift to the next higher gear if weather, road, and traffic conditions allow. See Manual Transmission on page 9‑44 for more information.
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Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light
The StabiliTrak system or the Traction Control System (TCS) indicator/warning light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally the indicator light will then go off. The indicator/warning light flashes while the StabiliTrak or TCS system is working to control the vehicle on a low traction surface. If the TCS warning light comes on and stays on while driving, the vehicle needs service.
The light comes on when the TCS and the StabiliTrak system is turned off. If the TCS is off, wheel spin is not limited. If the StabiliTrak system is off, the system does not assist in controlling the vehicle. Turn on the TCS and the StabiliTrak system and the warning light turns off. See StabiliTrak System on page 9‑53 and Traction Control System (TCS) on page 9‑52 for more information
Tire Pressure Light
For vehicles with a tire pressure monitoring system, this light comes on briefly when the engine is started. It provides information about tire pressures and the Tire Pressure Monitoring System.
When the Light is On Steady This indicates that one or more of the tires are significantly underinflated. A tire pressure message in the Driver Information Center (DIC), can accompany the light. See Tire Messages on page 5‑25 for more information. Stop as soon as possible, and inflate the tires to the pressure value shown on the tire loading information label. See Tire Pressure on page 10‑51 for more information.
When the Light Flashes First and Then is On Steady This indicates that there may be a problem with the Tire Pressure Monitor System. The light flashes for about a minute and stays on steady for the remainder of the ignition cycle. This sequence repeats with every ignition cycle. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10‑53 for more information.
Engine Oil Pressure Light
{ WARNING
Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. The engine can become so hot that it catches fire. Someone could be burned. Check the oil as soon as possible and have the vehicle serviced.
Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil.
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Security Light
The oil pressure light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly. The vehicle could be low on oil and might have some other system problem. See your dealer.
This light flashes when the security system is activated. For more information, see Anti-Theft Alarm System on page 2‑9.
High-Beam on Light
The high-beam on light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 6‑3 for more information.
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Cruise Control Light
Information Displays
This light comes on whenever the cruise control is set. The light goes out when the cruise control is turned off. See Cruise Control on page 9‑57 for more information.
Driver Information Center (DIC) The Driver Information Center (DIC) displays information such as the trip odometer, personalization features, and warning messages. The DIC display is located on the instrument panel cluster. The DIC comes on when the ignition is on. If a problem is detected, a warning message appears on the display. Pressing and releasing the trip odometer reset stem on the DIC acknowledges some current warnings or service messages. Some messages only clear after the required action has been taken. The DIC has different modes which can be accessed by pressing the trip odometer reset stem on the DIC. These modes are explained in the following section. The DIC trip odometer reset stem is located on
the instrument panel cluster next to the DIC display. To scroll through the available functions, press and release the reset stem. Trip Information
Odometer The odometer is automatically displayed on the DIC when you start the vehicle. The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven in either miles for the United States or kilometers for Canada.
Trip Odometer Press and release the reset stem until TRIP appears on the DIC display. The trip odometer shows the current distance traveled since the last reset of the trip odometer in either miles for the United States or kilometers for Canada. To reset the trip odometer, press and hold the reset stem until the display returns to zero.
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Engine Oil Life System With the engine off, turn the key to ON/RUN and then press the reset stem until OIL LIFE RESET appears — alternating between OIL LIFE and RESET — on the DIC display. The CHANGE OIL message alerts you to change the oil on a schedule consistent with your driving conditions. Always reset the OIL LIFE message after an oil change. To reset the message, see Engine Oil Life System on page 10‑11. In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual. See Engine Oil on page 10‑9 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 11‑2 for more information.
Language This feature allows you to choose the language in which the DIC display shows information. To set your choice for this feature: 1. With the engine off, turn the key to ON/RUN, but do not start the engine.
2. Close all doors so the DOORS
message does not display in the DIC.
3. Momentarily press and release the reset stem until the current language is displayed: English (default), Spanish, or French. 4. To select a different language, press and hold the reset stem until the next language appears.
5. Repeat Step 4 until the desired
language is displayed. Once the desired language is shown on the DIC display, the language is set.
6. To exit the language selection, momentarily press and release the reset stem. All DIC messages will now display in the language selected. Automatic Door Locks This feature allows you to program the door locks to a preferred setting. To set your choice for this feature: 1. With the engine off, turn the key
to LOCK/OFF. Do not remove the key from the ignition.
2. Press and hold the power door lock button until the DIC display shows the current door lock mode.
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3. To view the next available
mode, press and hold the reset stem until the mode appears.
