Chrysler Country - 2012 User Manual
usEr guIDE
thE ChrYsLEr TOWN & COuNTry
IF YOU ARE THE FIRST REGISTERED RETAIL OWNER OF YOUR VEHICLE,
YOU MAY OBTAIN A COMPLIMENTARY PRINTED COPY OF THE OWNER’S
MANUAL, NAVIGATIONMEDIA CENTER MANUALS OR WARRANTY
BOOKLET BY CALLING U.S. OR
CANADA OR BY CONTACTING YOUR DEALER.
The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while distracted
can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in a collision and personal injury. Chrysler Group
LLC strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when using any device or
feature that may take their attention o the road. Use of any electrical devices such as cell
phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices by the driver while
the vehicle is moving is dangerous and could lead to a serious collision. Texting while driving
is also dangerous and should never be done while the vehicle is moving. If you find yourself
unable to devote your full attention to vehicle operation, pull o the road to a safe location
and stop your vehicle. Some States or Provinces prohibit the use of cellular telephones or
texting while driving. It is always the driver’s responsibility to comply with all local laws.
IMPORTANT: This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with the important
features of your vehicle. The DVD enclosed contains your Owner’s Manual,
Navigation/Media Center Manuals, Warranty Booklets, Tire Warranty and 24-Hour
Towing Assistance (new vehicles purchased in the U.S.) or Roadside Assistance
(new vehicles purchased in Canada) in electronic format. We hope you find it useful.
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Copyright 2012 Chrysler Group LLC
Driving after drinking can lead to a collision. Your perceptions are less sharp, your
reflexes are slower, and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking.
Never drink and then drive.
Driving anD alcohol: Drunken driving is one of the most
frequent causes of collisions. Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood
alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with
a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public transportation.
This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new
Chrysler and to provide a convenient reference source for common questions.
However, it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. For complete operational
instructions, maintenance procedures and important safety messages, please
consult your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Media Center Manuals, Multimedia
User Manual and other Warning Labels in your vehicle. Not all features shown
in this guide may apply to your vehicle. For additional information on accessories
to help personalize your vehicle, visit mopar.com or your local Chrysler dealer.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
Welcome From Chrysler Group LLC ......2
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
Driver Cockpit ................4
Instrument Cluster ..............6
GETTING STARTED
KeyFob ...................8
Remote Start .................10
Keyless Enter-N-Go™ .............10
Theft Alarm .................13
Seat Belt ...................14
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) — Air Bags ...............15
Child Restraints ................16
Front Seats ..................18
Rear Seats ..................19
Heated Seats .................23
Heated Steering Wheel ............24
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column .......24
Adjustable Pedals ...............25
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
Engine Break-In Recommendations ......26
Turn Signal/Wiper/Washer/High Beam Lever . . 26
Headlight Switch And Halo Light Switch ....28
Speed Control ................29
Electronic Range Selection (ERS) .......30
Fuel Economy (Econ) Mode ..........30
Manual Climate Controls ...........31
Three Zone Manual Climate Controls .....32
Three Zone Automatic Temperature
Controls (ATC) ...............33
Parksense® Rear Park Assist ..........35
Parkview® Rear Back-Up Camera .......35
Rear Cross Path With Blind Spot Monitoring . . 35
Power Sliding Side Doors ...........36
Power Liftgate ................36
Power Sunroof ................37
Wind Buffeting ................39
ELECTRONICS
Your Vehicle's Sound System .........40
Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES) ......42
Media Center 130 With Satellite Radio (Sales
CodeRES+RSC) ..............44
Media Center 430/430N (Sales Code
RBZ/RHB) ..................46
Media Center 730N (Sales Code RHR) ....55
Sirius XM™ Satellite Radio/Travel Link .....64
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ........68
iPod®/USB/MP3 Control ...........68
Uconnect™ Phone ...............69
Uconnect™ Voice Command .........72
Bluetooth® Streaming Audio ..........74
Video Entertainment System (VES)™ .....74
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) ....................76
Programmable Features ............77
Universal Garage Door Opener
(HomeLink®) .................78
Power Inverter ................80
Power Outlets ................81
UTILITY
In-Floor Storage – Stow 'N Go® ........83
Roof Luggage Rack ..............83
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer
Weight Ratings) ...............84
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome,
Etc.).....................85
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
24-Hour Towing Assistance ..........86
Instrument Cluster Warning Lights .......86
If Your Engine Overheats ...........90
Jacking And Tire Changing ..........91
Jump-Starting ...............101
Shift Lever Override ............103
Towing A Disabled Vehicle .........104
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ...........105
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .........106
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Opening The Hood .............107
Adding Fuel ................107
Engine Compartment ............109
Fluids And Capacities ............110
Maintenance Chart ..............111
Fuses .................... 113
Tire Pressures ................ 117
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ........ 117
Exterior Bulbs ................118
CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center .... 119
Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center . . . 119
Assistance For The Hearing Impaired .... 119
Publications Ordering ............119
Reporting Safety Defects In
The 50 United States And
Washington, D.C. ..............120
MOPAR ACCESSORIES
Authentic Accessories By MOPAR® ..... 121
INDEX
.................122
FAQ(HowTo?)
Frequently Asked Questions .........125
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it
represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are
traditional to our vehicles.
Your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under
some driving conditions. These are to assist the driver and are never a substitute for attentive
driving. They can never take the driver's place. Always drive carefully.
Your new vehicle has many features for the comfort and convenience of you and your
passengers. Some of these should not be used when driving because they take your eyes from
the road or your attention from driving. Never text while driving or take your eyes more than
momentarily off the road.
This guide illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either
standard or optional on this vehicle. This guide may also include a description of features and
equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle. Please disregard
any features and equipment described in this guide that are not available on this vehicle.
Chrysler Group LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications and/or
make additions to or improvements to its products without imposing any obligation upon itself
to install them on products previously manufactured.
This User Guide has been prepared to help you quickly become acquainted with the
important features of your vehicle. It contains most things you will need to operate and
maintain the vehicle, including emergency information.
The DVD includes a computer application containing detailed owner's information which can
be viewed on a personal computer or MAC computer. The multimedia DVD also includes
videos which can be played on any standard DVD player (including the Media Center
Touch-Screen Radios). Additional DVD operational information is located on the back of the
DVD sleeve.
For complete owner information, refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD in the owner’s kit
provided at the time of new vehicle purchase. For your convenience, the information
contained on the DVD may also be printed and saved for future reference.
Chrysler Group LLC is committed to protecting our environment and natural resources. By
converting from paper to electronic delivery for the majority of the user information for your
vehicle, together we greatly reduce the demand for tree-based products and lessen the stress
on our environment.
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Vehicles Sold In Canada
With respect to any vehicles sold in Canada, the name Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed
to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefore.
WARNING!
• Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of
serious personal injury.
• Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well while the vehicle is
moving. Objects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accelerator pedal
causing a loss of vehicle control.
• Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or mounting can cause interference with
the brake pedal and accelerator pedal operation causing loss of control of the vehicle.
• Never use the ‘PARK’ position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply the
parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury
or damage.
• Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
USE OF AFTERMARKET PRODUCTS (ELECTRONICS)
The use of aftermarket devices including cell phones, MP3 players, GPS systems, or chargers
may affect the performance of on-board wireless features including Keyless Enter-N-Go™ and
Remote Start range. If you are experiencing difficulties with any of your wireless features, try
disconnecting your aftermarket devices to see if the situation improves. If your symptoms
persist, please see an authorized dealer.
CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP, RAM TRUCK, ATF+4, MOPAR and Uconnect are registered
trademarks of Chrysler Group LLC.
COPYRIGHT ©2012 CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
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CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
DRIVER COCKPIT
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CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
L. Speed Control pg. 29
M. Hood Release pg. 107
N. Parking Brake Release
O. Power Mirrors
P. Power Windows
Q. Power Door Locks
R. Power Vent Windows
− Economy Mode
I. SWITCH PANEL
A. Headlight Switch pg. 28
B. Turn Signal/Wiper/Washer/High Beams
− Hazard Switch
Lever (behind steering wheel) pg. 26
− Power Inverter pg. 80
C. Electronic Vehicle Information Center
− Electronic Stability Control pg. 86
J. VES/DVD Player pg. 74
K. Power Outlets pg. 81
F. Transmission Gear Selector
G. Audio System (touch-screen-radio shown)
pg. 40
H. Climate Controls pg. 31
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(EVIC) Controls pg. 76
(EVIC) Display pg. 76
D. Electronic Vehicle Information Center
E. Instrument Cluster pg. 6
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Warning Lights
- Low Fuel Warning Light
- Charging System Light
- Oil Pressure Warning Light
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light**
- Air Bag Warning Light**
- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light
- Engine Temperature Warning Light
- Seat Belt Reminder Light
BRAKE
(See page 86 for more information.)
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- Brake Warning Light**
- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)**
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light*
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
Indicators
- Turn Signal Indicators
- High Beam Indicator
- Front Fog Light Indicator
- Vehicle Security Indicator*
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Indicator*
- Electronic Speed Control ON Indicator
- Electronic Speed Control Set Indicator
Odometer Messages
door - Door Ajar noFUSE* - Fuse Fault
gASCAP - Fuel Cap Fault LoW tirE* - Low Tire Pressure
gATE* - Liftgate Ajar CHAngE OIL* - Change Engine Oil
LoCOOL - Low Coolant
* If equipped
** Bulb Check with Key On
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KEY FOB
Locking And Unlocking The Doors/Liftgate
• Press the LOCK button once to lock all
the doors and the liftgate. Press the
UNLOCK button once to unlock the
driver’s door only and twice within five
seconds to unlock all the doors and
liftgate.
• All doors can be programmed to unlock on the first press of the UNLOCK button. Refer
to Programmable Features in this guide.
Panic Alarm
• Press the PANIC button once to turn the panic alarm on.
• Wait approximately three seconds and press the button a second time to turn the panic
alarm off.
Power Liftgate
• Press the LIFTGATE button twice within five seconds to power open/close the Power
Liftgate. If the button is pressed twice again while the liftgate is being power closed, the
liftgate will reverse to the full open position.
Power Sliding Doors
• Press the LEFT or RIGHT Power Sliding Door button twice within five seconds to power
open/close the Power Sliding Door. If the button is pressed twice again while the door is
being power closed, the door will reverse to the full open position.
Emergency Key
• Should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob transmitter go dead, there is an
emergency key located in the Key Fob that can be used for locking and unlocking the
doors. To remove the emergency key, slide the button at the top of the Key Fob sideways
with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand.
• The emergency key is used to unlock/lock the driver's door and the glove compartment.
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• In case the Key Fob battery is dead, use
the emergency key to open the door. If
the vehicle is equipped with Keyless
Enter-N-Go™, remove the ENGINE
START/STOP button by inserting the
metal part of the emergency key under
the chrome bezel at the 6 o’clock position
and gently pry the button loose.
NOTE: The ENGINE START/STOP button
should only be removed or inserted with the
ignition in the LOCK position (OFF position
for Keyless Enter-N-Go™).
• With the ENGINE START/STOP button
removed, start the vehicle by inserting the
Key Fob in the ignition and turning to the
Start position.
CAUTION!
• If your vehicle battery becomes low or dead, your Key Fob will become locked in the
ignition.
• Do not attempt to remove the Key Fob while in this condition, damage could occur to
the Key Fob or ignition module. Only remove the emergency key for locking and
unlocking the doors.
• Leave the Key Fob in the ignition and either:
• Jump Start the vehicle.
• Charge the battery.
• Contact your dealer for assistance on how to remove the Key Fob using the manual
over ride method.
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WARNING!
• Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or
others could be severely injured or killed. Children should be warned not to touch the
parking brake, brake pedal, or the shift lever. Do not leave the Key Fob inside the vehicle
or in the ignition. A child could start the vehicle, operate power windows, other controls,
or move the vehicle.
• Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat
build-up may cause them to be severely injured or killed.
• Keep Key Fob transmitters away from children. Operation of the Remote Start System,
windows, door locks or other controls could cause serious injury or death.
• Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You
and your passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when you
are operating the vehicle.
REMOTE START
x
• Press the REMOTE START button
Pressing the REMOTE START button a third time shuts the engine off.
• To drive the vehicle, press the UNLOCK button, insert the Key Fob in the ignition and
turn to the ON/RUN position.
• With remote start, the engine will only run for 15 minutes (timeout) unless the ignition
Key Fob is placed in the ON/RUN position.
• The vehicle must be started with the Key Fob after t wo consecutive timeouts.
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on the Key Fob twice within five seconds.
WARNING!
• Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains
Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon Monoxide is poisonous
and can cause you or others to be severely injured or killed when inhaled.
• Keep Key Fob transmitters away from children. Operation of the Remote Start System,
windows, door locks or other controls could cause you and others to be severely injured
or killed.
KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™
• The Keyless Enter-N-Go™ system is an enhancement to the vehicle's Key Fob. This
feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle's door(s) and liftgate without having to
press the Key Fob lock or unlock buttons, as well as starting and stopping the vehicle with
the press of a button.
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To Unlock From The Driver or Passenger Side:
• With a valid Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Key
Fob located outside the vehicle and within
5 ft (1.5m) of the driver or passenger side
door handle, grab either front door handle
to unlock the door automatically.
To Lock the Vehicle:
• Both front door handles have LOCK
buttons located on the outside of the
handle. With one of the vehicle's Keyless
Enter-N-Go™ Key Fobs located outside
the vehicle and within 5 ft (1.5m) of the
driver's or passenger front door handle,
press the door handle LOCK button to
lock all four doors and liftgate.
NOTE:
• If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed all doors will unlock when you grab hold of
the front driver's door handle. To select between “Unlock Driver Door 1st Press” and
“Unlock All Doors 1st Press”, refer to the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) in
your vehicle's Owner's Manual on the DVD or Programmable Features in this guide for
further information.
• If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed all doors and liftgate will unlock when you
press the liftgate button. If “Unlock Driver Door 1st Press” is programmed only the liftgate
will unlock when you press the liftgate button. To select between “Unlock Driver Door 1st
Press” and “Unlock All Doors 1st Press”, refer to the Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) in your vehicle's Owner's Manual on the DVD or Programmable Features in this
guide for further information.
• If a Key Fob is detected in the vehicle when locking the vehicle using the power door lock
switch, the doors and liftgate will unlock and the horn will chirp three times. On the third
attempt, your Key Fob can be locked inside the vehicle.
• After pressing the Keyless Enter-N-Go™ LOCK button, you must wait 2 seconds before you
can lock or unlock the vehicle using the door handle. This is done to allow you to check if
the vehicle is locked by pulling the door handle, without the vehicle reacting and unlocking.
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• If a Keyless Enter-N-Go™ door handle has not been used for 72 hours, the Keyless
Enter-N-Go™ feature for that handle may time out. Pulling the deactivated front door
handle will reactivate the door handle's Keyless Enter-N-Go™ feature.
Lock or Unlock the Liftgate:
• With a valid Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Key Fob within 3 ft (1.0m) of the liftgate, press the
button located to the right of the liftgate handle to unlock the liftgate. Press the button a
second time to lock the liftgate.
NOTE:
• Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further information.
Installing And Removing The ENGINE START/STOP Button
Installing The Button
• Remove the Key Fob from the ignition switch.
• Insert the ENGINE START/STOP button into the ignition switch with the lettering facing
up and readable.
• Press firmly on the center of the button to secure it into position.
Removing The Button
• The ENGINE START/STOP button can be removed from the ignition switch for Key
Fob use.
• Insert the metal part of the emergency key under the chrome bezel at the 6 o’clock
position and gently pry the button loose.
NOTE:
• The ENGINE START/STOP button should
only be removed or inserted with the ignition
in the LOCK position (OFF position for
Keyless Enter-N-Go™).
Engine Starting/Stopping
Starting
• With a valid Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Key Fob inside the vehicle.
• Place the shift lever in PARK or NEUTRAL.
• While pressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button once. If the
engine fails to start, the starter will disengage automatically after 10 seconds.
• To stop the cranking of the engine prior to the engine starting, press the button again.
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Stopping
• Place the shift lever in PARK.
• Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once. The ignition switch will return to the
OFF position.
• If the shift lever is not in PARK, the ENGINE START/STOP button must be held for
two seconds and vehicle speed must be above 5 mph (8 km/h) before the engine will
shut off.
Accessory Positions with Engine Off
NOTE:
• The following functions are with the driver’s foot OFF the Brake Pedal (Transmission in
PARK or NEUTRAL Position).
Starting With The Ignition Switch In The OFF Position:
• Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once to change the ignition switch to the ACC
position.
• Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time to change the ignition switch to
the ON/RUN position.
• Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time to return the ignition switch to the
OFF position.
ACC
OFF RUN
Press Press
Press
NOTE:
• If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or
ON/RUN (engine not running) position and
the transmission is in PARK, the system will
automatically time out after 30 minutes of
inactivity and the ignition will switch to the
OFF position.
THEFT ALARM
To Arm
• Keyless Enter-N-Go™ button installed: Press the Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Start/Stop button
until the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) indicates that the vehicle ignition is
“OFF”. Press the power door lock switch while the door is open, press the Key Fob LOCK
button, or with one of the Key Fobs located outside the vehicle and within 5 ft (1.5m) of the
driver's and passenger front door handles, press the Keyless Enter-N-Go™ LOCK button
located on the door handle.
• Keyless Enter-N-Go™ button not installed: Turn the ignition switch to the “OFF” position.
Press the power door lock switch while the door is open, press the Key Fob LOCK button, or
with one of the Key Fobs located outside the vehicle and within 5 ft (1.5m) of the driver's and
passenger front door handles, press the Keyless Enter-N-Go™ LOCK button located on the
door handle.
NOTE:
before you can lock or unlock the vehicle via the door handle.
After pressing the Keyless Enter-N-Go™ LOCK button, you must wait two seconds
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To Disarm
• Keyless Enter-N-Go™ button installed: Press the Key Fob UNLOCK button or with one of
the Key Fobs located outside the vehicle and within 5 ft (1.5m) of the driver's and passenger
front door handles, grab the Keyless Enter-N-Go™ door handle and enter the vehicle, then
press the Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Start/Stop button (requires at least one valid Key Fob in the
vehicle).
• Keyless Enter-N-Go™ button not installed: Press the Key Fob UNLOCK button or with
one of the Key Fobs located outside the vehicle and within 5 ft (1.5m) of the driver's and
passenger front door handles, grab the Keyless Enter-N-Go™ door handle and enter the
vehicle, then turn the ignition to the ON/RUN position.
SEAT BELT
• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly.
• Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap
portion, pull up a bit on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the
latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in
a collision.
• Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your
neck. The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt.
• A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision. You
are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt. The
lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together.
• A belt that is too loose will not protect you properly. In a sudden stop you could move too
far forward, increasing the possibility of injury. Wear your seat belt snugly.
• A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection.
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged
parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt
assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor,
torn webbing, etc.).
• The seat belts for both front seating positions are equipped with pretensioning devices
that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision.
• A deployed pretensioner or a deployed air bag must be replaced immediately.
WARNING!
In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not
buckled up properly. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or you
can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled
up properly.
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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) — AIR BAGS
• This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and right front passenger as
a supplement to the seat belt restraint system. The Advanced Front Air Bags will not
deploy in every t ype of collision.
• Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide additional protection by supplementing
the seat belts in certain frontal collisions depending on the severity and type of collision.
Advanced Front Air Bags are not expected to reduce the risk of injury in rear, side, or
rollover collisions.
• This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains to protect
the driver, front and rear passengers sitting next to a window.
• This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags to provide
enhanced protection to help protect an occupant during a side impact.
• This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag to provide
enhanced protection and work together with the Driver Advanced Front Air Bag during a
frontal impact.
• If the Air Bag Warning Light
driving, have the vehicle serviced by an authorized service center immediately.
• Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details regarding the Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS).
is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while
WARNING!
• Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The air
bags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions, the air bags
won't deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have air bags.
• Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during Advanced Front Air Bag
deployment could cause serious injury, including death. Air bags need room to inflate. Sit
back, comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel.
• Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains and Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air
Bags need room to inflate. Do not lean against the door or window. Sit upright in the
center of the seat.
• Being too close to the Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain and/or
Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag during deployment could cause you to be severely injured or
killed.
• Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have deployed. If you are involved in another
collision, the air bags will not be in place to protect you.
• After any collision, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer immediately.
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CHILD RESTRAINTS
• Children 12 years and under should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat, if available.
According to crash statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats
rather than in the front.
• Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children
ride in proper restraint systems. This is the law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it.
Installing The LATCH - Compatible Child Restraint System
• Each vehicle, except commercial cargo vehicles, is equipped with the child restraint
anchorage system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren.
• Two LATCH child restraint anchorage systems are installed on all second-row seats and in
the center position on all third row fold-in-floor seats.
• Second-row seats also feature tether strap anchorages, located in the rear surface of the
seatback.
• In addition, all third row fold-in-floor seats are equipped with a child restraint tether
anchor at the center seating position.
Installing The Lower Attachments:
• The vehicle lower anchorages are round bars located at the rear of the seat cushion where
it meets the seatback.
• Loosen the child seat adjusters on the
lower child restraint attachment straps to
ease the installation.
NOTE: It is recommended to loosen the top
tether strap and route it loosely prior to
securing the lower anchors so the top tether
strap is not trapped between the vehicle seat
and child restraint.
• Attach the lower child restraint attachment straps to the vehicle’s lower anchor bars.
Ensure that the lower attachment strap is firmly engaged and that the hook is secure.
• Tighten the lower attachment strap while firmly pushing the child restraint rearward and
downward into the vehicle seat. Remove all slack in the lower attachment straps.
Installing The Top Tether Strap (With Either Lower Anchors Or Vehicle Seat Belt):
• Route the top tether strap under the adjustable head restraint between the steel posts.
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• Provide enough slack for the tether strap
to reach the tether anchor located near
the bottom of the seat back.
• Clip tether hook to tether anchor. Ensure
that the hook is firmly engaged and
secure.
• Remove all slack and tighten tether strap
according to child restraint manufacturer’s
instructions.
NOTE: The top tether strap is always to be secured, regardless of if the child restraint is
installed with the lower anchors or the vehicle seat belt.
Installing The Child Restraint Using The Vehicle Seat Belts
• To install a child restraint, first, pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor to
route it through the belt path of the child restraint and slide the latch plate into the
buckle.
• Next, extract all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor and then allow the belt to
retract into the retractor. Finally, pull on any excess webbing to tighten the lap portion
around the child restraint. Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt
occasionally, and pull it tight if necessary.
• Once you have completed securing the child restraint with the seat belt, secure the top
tether strap.
WARNING!
• In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a projectile inside the
vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great
that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are. The child and others
could be severely injured or killed. Any child riding in your vehicle should be in a proper
restraint for the child's size.
• Failure to comply with the following conditions could result in you and others being
severely injured or killed:
• Be certain that the seat cushion is locked securely into position before using the seat.
An improperly latched seat cushion could passengers to be severely injured or killed.
• An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible
injury to the child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a
child restraint top tether strap.
• Rearward-facing child seats must never be used in the front seat of a vehicle with a front
passenger air bag. An air bag deployment could cause infants in this position to be
severely injured or killed.
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GETTING STARTED
FRONT SEATS
Power Seat
Manual Seat Adjustment
Forward/Rearward
• The power seat switch controls
forward/back, up/down, and tilt
adjustment.
• The recline switch, located on the
outboard side of the seat, controls
seatback adjustment.
Power Lumbar
• Push the switch forward to increase the
lumbar support. Push the switch rearward
to decrease the lumbar support.
• Lift up on the adjusting bar located at the
front of the seat near the floor and release
at the desired position.
Recliner
• Lift the recliner lever located on the
outboard side of the seat, lean back and
release at the desired position.
Memory Seat
• The memory seat feature allows you to
save two different driver seating positions,
driver's outside mirror, adjustable brake
and accelerator pedals, and radio station
preset settings. The memory seat buttons
are located on the driver's door panel.
• Adjust all memory profile settings, press
the SET button then press 1 or 2 within
five seconds.
• To program a Key Fob to the memory position, press and release the LOCK button within
10 seconds on the Key Fob to be programmed.
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• Place the ignition switch in the ON position, select Remote Linked to Memory in the
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) and enter Yes.
• Press 1 or 2 to recall the saved positions, or press UNLOCK on the programmed Key Fob.
CAUTION!
DO NOT place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause
damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an
obstruction in the seat's path.
WARNING!
• Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the
seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted, and
you could be severely injured or killed. Only adjust a seat while the vehicle is parked.
• Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the seat belt is no longer resting against
your chest. In a collision, you could slide under the seat belt and be severely injured or
killed. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked.
REAR SEATS
Second Row Seats – Stow 'n Go®
• On vehicles equipped with Stow 'n Go®
seats, the seats will fold and tumble in one
motion.
• Move the front seat fully forward.
• Recline the front seatback fully forward.
• Raise the armrests on the second row seat.
NOTE: Seat will not stow in the storage bin
unless the armrests are raised.
• Slide the storage bin locking mechanism
to the “LOCK” position and then pull up
on the storage bin latch to open the cover.
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• Pull upward on the seatback recliner lever located on the outboard side of the seat.
• The non-adjustable head restraint and
seatback will fold automatically during the
seat tumble.
• The seat will automatically tumble into
position for easy storage.
• Push the seat into the storage bin and
close the storage bin cover.
To Unstow Second Row Seats
• Pull up on the storage bun latch to open the cover.
• Pull up on the strap to lift the seat out of the storage bin and push the seat rearward to
latch the seat anchors.
• Lift the seatback to the full upright position.
• Return the head restraint to its upright position, close the storage bin cover and slide the
storage bin locking mechanism to the “Unlocked” position.
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Third Row Seats
Third Row Power Recliner
• The power recline feature, located on the side of the seat cushion, adjusts the seatback
angle forward/rearward for occupant comfort.
Third Row Power Seat Switch
NOTE:
• Disconnect the center shoulder belt from the
small buckle and lower the head restraints
before attempting to fold/stow the power
third row seats.
• A one-touch power folding seat switch is
located in the left rear trim panel as part of
a switch bank.
• Left and right third row seats can be
folded individually or together. The third
row power folding seats adjust to multiple
positions.
• The switch is only functional when the liftgate is open and the vehicle is in PARK.
NOTE:
• To abort seat operation while the seat is in motion, press a different seat position selector
switch to stop the seat. Once the seat stops moving, then the desired position can be
selected.
• The third row power seat system includes obstacle detection for safe operation. When the
system detects an obstacle, the motors will stop and reverse the motion a short distance to
move the seat away from the obstacle. Should this occur, remove the obstacle and press the
button again for the desired position.
• Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for manual third row seat folding instructions.
Manually Folding Third Row Seats
• Lower the center head restraint down to
the seatback by pushing the button on the
guide and pushing the head restraint
down.
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GETTING STARTED
• Lower the outboard head restraints by
pulling on the release strap marked “1”
located on the outboard side of the head
restraint.
• Pull release strap marked “2” located on
the rear of the seat to lower the seatback.
• Pull release strap marked “3” to release the
anchors.
• Pull release strap marked “4” and tumble
the seat rearward into the storage bin.
To Unfold Third Row Seats
• Pull up on the assist strap to lift the seat out of the storage bin and push the seat forward
until the anchors latch.
• Pull release strap marked “2” to unlock the recliner.
• Pulling strap “4” releases the seatback to return to its full upright position.
• Raise the head restraint to its upright position.
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GETTING STARTED
CAUTION!
The storage bin cover must be locked and flat to avoid damage from contact with the front
seat tracks, which have minimal clearance to the cover.
WARNING!
• In a collision, serious injury could result if the seat storage bin covers are not properly
latched.
• Do not drive the vehicle with the storage bin covers open.
• Keep the storage bin covers closed and latched while the vehicle is in motion.
• Do not use a storage bin latch as a tie down.
• In a collision, you or others in your vehicle could be injured if seats are not properly
latched to their f loor attachments. Always be sure the seats are fully latched.
HEATED SEATS
Front Heated Seats
• The controls for front heated seats are
located on the center instrument panel
area.
• Press the switch once to select High-level
heating. Press the switch a second time to
select Low-level heating. Press the switch
a third time to shut the heating elements
Off.
• If the High-level setting is selected, the system will automatically switch to Low-level after
approximately 30 minutes. The Low-level setting will turn Off automatically after
approximately 45 minutes.
Second Row Heated Seats
• Second row heated seat switches are
located in the sliding door handle trim
panels.
• Press the switch once to select High-level
heating. Press the switch a second time to
select Low-level heating. Press the switch
a third time to shut the heating elements
Off.
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• If the High-level setting is selected, the system will automatically switch to Low-level after
approximately 30 minutes. The Low-level setting will turn Off automatically after
approximately 45 minutes.
WARNING!
• Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness,
diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion or other physical
conditions must exercise care when using the seat heater. It may cause burns even at low
temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time.
• Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such as a blanket or
cushion. This may cause the seat heater to overheat. Sitting in a seat that has been
overheated could cause serious burns due to the increased surface temperature of the
seat.
HEATED STEERING WHEEL
• The steering wheel contains a heating
element that heats the steering wheel to
one temperature setting.
• The heated steering wheel switch is
located on the center instrument panel.
• Press the switch once to turn the heating
element On. Press the switch a second
time to turn the heating element Off.
• Once the heated steering wheel has been turned on, it will operate for approximately 58
to 70 minutes before automatically shutting off. The heated steering wheel can shut off
early or may not turn on when the steering wheel is already warm.
TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN
• The tilt steering column tilt lever is located
below the steering wheel.
• Push down on the tilt lever to unlock the
steering column.
• With one hand firmly on the steering
wheel, move the steering column upward
or downward as desired. To lengthen or
shorten the steering column, pull the
steering wheel outward or push it inward
as desired.
• Pull upward on the tilt lever to lock the column firmly in place.
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GETTING STARTED
WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. The tilt adjustment must be locked while
driving. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving or driving without the tilt adjustment
locked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to follow this warning
may result in you and others being severely injured or killed.
ADJUSTABLE PEDALS
• Press the switch located on the left side of
the steering column forward to move the
brake and accelerator pedals away from
the driver and press the switch rearward to
move the pedals closer to the driver.
NOTE: The pedals cannot be adjusted when
the vehicle is in REVERSE or when the
Electronic Speed Control is set.
CAUTION!
Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or impede its ability to move, as it may
cause damage to the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become limited if movement is
stopped by an obstruction in the adjustable pedal's path.
WARNING!
Do not adjust the pedals while the vehicle is moving. You could lose control and have a
collision. Always adjust the pedals while the vehicle is parked.
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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
• A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and
axle) in your vehicle.
• Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km),
speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
• While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws
contributes to a good break-in. Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be
detrimental and should be avoided.
• The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high-quality energy conserving
type lubricant. Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under
which vehicle operations will occur. For the recommended viscosity and quality grades,
refer to “Maintaining Your Vehicle”.
NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers)
of operation. This should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as an
indication of difficulty.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result.
TURN SIGNAL /WIPER/WASHER/HIGH BEAM LEVER
Turn Signal/Lane Change Assist
• Tap the lever up or down once and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times and
automatically turn off.
• Vehicles equipped with Blind Spot Monitoring will produce a visual alert and may be
programmed to produce an audible alert when signaling a lane change; refer to your
Owner’s Manual on the DVD for operation.
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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
Front Wipers
Intermittent, Low And High Operation
• Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent position for one of five intermittent settings,
the second detent for low wiper operation and the third detent for high wiper operation.
Rain Sensing Wipers
• This feature senses moisture on the vehicle’s windshield and automatically activates the
wipers for the driver when the switch is in the intermittent positions. Refer to
Programmable Features in Electronics for further details.
Mist
• Push the end of the lever inward to the first detent when a single wipe is desired.
NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer pump; therefore, no washer fluid will
be sprayed on the windshield. The wash function must be activated in order to spray the
windshield with washer fluid.
Washer Operation
• Push the end of the lever inward to the second detent and hold for as long as spray is
desired.
Rear Wiper
• Rotate the center portion of the lever forward to the first detent for rear wiper operation.
Rear Washer
• Rotate the center portion of the lever past the first detent to activate the rear washer.
High Beams
• Push the lever away from you to activate the high beams.
• A high beam symbol will illuminate in the cluster to indicate the high beams are on.
NOTE: For safe driving, turn off the high beams when oncoming traffic is present to prevent
headlight glare and as a courtesy to other motorists.
Flash To Pass
• Pull the lever toward you to activate the high beams. The high beams will remain on until
the lever is released.
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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
HEADLIGHT SWITCH AND HALO LIGHT SWITCH
Automatic Headlights/Parking Lights/Headlights
• Rotate the headlight switch, located on
the instrument panel to the left of the
steering wheel, to the first detent for
parking lights
detent for headlights
• With the parking lights or low beam
headlights on, push the headlight switch
once for fog lights.
• Rotate the headlight switch to “AUTO”
for AUTO headlights.
• When set to AUTO, the system automatically turns the headlights on or off based on
ambient light levels.
SmartBeams™
• This system automatically controls the use of the headlight high beams. Refer to
Programmable Features in Electronics for further details.
Instrument Panel Dimmer
• Rotate the dimmer control to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the instrument
panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a door is opened.
• Rotate the dimmer control up to increase the brightness of the instrument panel when the
parking lights or headlights are on.
• Rotate the dimmer control up to the next detent position to fully brighten the odometer
and radio when the parking lights or headlights are on. Refer to your Media Center/Radio
User Manual on the DVD for display dimming.
• Rotate the dimmer control up to the last detent position to turn on the interior lighting.
Overhead (Halo) Light
• To activate the Halo lights, rotate the Halo switch control upward or downward to increase
or decrease the lighting.
and to the second
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