GMC Acadia (2021) Owner Manual

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Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 130

Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

Climate Controls . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191

Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 198

Vehicle Care . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266

Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . ... . . . 344

Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 357

Customer Information . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 362

Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 370

OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 373

Connected Services . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 378

Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 381

Introduction

The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle
model names, and vehicle body designs
appearing in this manual including, but not
limited to, GM, the GM logo, GMC, the GMC
Truck Emblem, ACADIA, and DENALI are
trademarks and/or service marks of General
Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates,
or licensors.

For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute
the name “General Motors of Canada
Company” for GMC wherever it appears in
this manual.

This manual describes features that may or
may not be on the vehicle because of
optional equipment that was not purchased
on the vehicle, model variants, country
specifications, features/applications that may

not be available in your region, or changes
subsequent to the printing of this owner’s
manual.

Refer to the purchase documentation
relating to your specific vehicle to confirm
the features.

Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick
reference.

Canadian Vehicle Owners

A French language manual can be obtained
from your dealer, at www.helminc.com,
or from:

Propriétaires Canadiens

On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide
en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à
l'adresse suivante:

Helm, Incorporated
Attention: Customer Service
47911 Halyard Drive
Plymouth, MI 48170
USA

Litho in U.S.A.
Part No. 84581325 A First Printing

©

2020 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.

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Using this Manual

To quickly locate information about the
vehicle, use the Index in the back of the
manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is
in the manual and the page number where
it can be found.

Danger, Warning, and Caution

Warning messages found on vehicle labels
and in this manual describe hazards and
what to do to avoid or reduce them.

Danger

{

Danger indicates a hazard with a high
level of risk which will result in serious
injury or death.

Warning

{

Warning indicates a hazard that could
result in injury or death.

Caution

Caution indicates a hazard that could
result in property or vehicle damage.

A circle with a slash through it is a safety
symbol which means “Do not,” “Do not do
this,” or “Do not let this happen.”

Symbols

The vehicle has components and labels that
use symbols instead of text. Symbols are
shown along with the text describing the
operation or information relating to a
specific component, control, message, gauge,
or indicator.

M : Shown when the owner’s manual has

additional instructions or information.

* : Shown when the service manual has

additional instructions or information.

0 : Shown when there is more information

on another page — “see page.”

Vehicle Symbol Chart

Here are some additional symbols that may
be found on the vehicle and what they
mean. See the features in this manual for
information.

u : Air Conditioning System

G : Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil
9 : Airbag Readiness Light

! : Antilock Brake System (ABS)
$ : Brake System Warning Light

9 : Dispose of Used Components Properly
P : Do Not Apply High Pressure Water

B : Engine Coolant Temperature

_ : Flame/Fire Prohibited

H : Flammable

[ : Forward Collision Alert

R : Fuse Block Cover Lock Location

+ : Fuses

j : ISOFIX/LATCH System Child Restraints

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Q : Keep Fuse Block Covers Properly

Installed

| : Lane Change Alert
@ : Lane Departure Warning
A : Lane Keep Assist

* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp
: : Oil Pressure

X : Park Assist

~ : Pedestrian Ahead Indicator

O : Power

7 : Rear Cross Traffic Alert

I : Registered Technician

/ : Remote Vehicle Start

> : Seat Belt Reminders

I : Side Blind Zone Alert

h : Stop/Start

7 : Tire Pressure Monitor

d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak/Electronic

Stability Control (ESC)

a : Under Pressure
V : Vehicle Ahead Indicator

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Instrument Panel Overview

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1. Air Vents 0 196.

2. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 130.
Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and

Lane-Change Signals 0 133.

3. Instrument Cluster (Base and Midlevel)

0 97 or
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0 100.

4. Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 91.
Rear Window Wiper/Washer 0 92.

5. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp
System 0 132.

6. Infotainment. See Overview 0 139.

7. Dual Automatic Climate Control System
0 191.

8. USB Port 0 147 (If Equipped).

9. Wireless Charging 0 94 (If Equipped).

10. Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 41
(If Equipped).

11.

| Hazard Warning Flashers 0 133.

g Traction Control/Electronic Stability

Control 0 225.

X Park Assist Switch. See Assistance

Systems for Parking or Backing 0 239 (If

Equipped).

12. Driver Mode Control 0 227.

13.

A Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 250 (If

Equipped).

5 Hill Descent Control (HDC) 0 227 (If

Equipped).

h Auto Stop Disable Button. See Stop/

14.
Start System 0 214 (If Equipped).

15. Power Outlets 0 93.

16. Shift Switches. See Automatic
Transmission 0 219.

17. ENGINE START/STOP Button. See Starting
the Engine 0 213.

18. Steering Wheel Controls 0 90 (If
Equipped).

Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base)

0 115 or
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Midlevel
and Uplevel) 0 117.

19. Horn 0 91.

20. Steering Wheel Adjustment 0 90.

21. Cruise Control 0 229.

Adaptive Cruise Control (Advanced) 0 230

(If Equipped).

Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
0 243 (If Equipped).

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Heated Steering Wheel 0 90 (If
Equipped).

22. Hood Release. See Hood 0 268.

23. Instrument Panel Illumination Control

0 134 (Out of View).
Head-Up Display (HUD) 0 119 (If

Equipped).

24. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View).
See Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check
Engine Light) 0 107.

25. Electric Parking Brake 0 223.

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Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . 7

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

Operation . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Door Locks . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . 15

Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 17

Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 17

Lockout Protection . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 17

Safety Locks . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Doors

Liftgate . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 18

Vehicle Security

Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 26

Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . 26

Exterior Mirrors

Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Folding Mirrors . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 28

Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Interior Mirrors

Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . 28

Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror . . . 28

Rear Camera Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Windows

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Sun Visors . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Roof

Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Keys and Locks

Keys

Warning

{

Leaving children in a vehicle with a
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is
dangerous and children or others could
be seriously injured or killed. They could
operate the power windows or other
controls or make the vehicle move. The
windows will function with the RKE
transmitter in the vehicle, and children or
others could be caught in the path of a
closing window. Do not leave children in
a vehicle with an RKE transmitter.

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The key, inside the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter, can be used for all locks.

To remove the key, press the button near
the bottom of the transmitter, and pull the
key out. Never pull the key out without
pressing the button.

If it becomes difficult to turn the key,
inspect the key blade for debris. Periodically,
clean with a brush or a pick.

See your dealer if a new key is needed.

Contact Roadside Assistance if locked out of
the vehicle. See Roadside Assistance Program
0 365.

With an active OnStar or connected service
plan, an OnStar Advisor may remotely
unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview
0 373.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

See Radio Frequency Statement 0 370.

If there is a decrease in the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) operating range:

.

Check the distance. The transmitter may
be too far from the vehicle.

.

Check the location. Other vehicles or
objects may be blocking the signal.

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.

Check the transmitter's battery. See
“Battery Replacement” later in this
section.

.

If the transmitter is still not working
correctly, see your dealer or a qualified
technician for service.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation

The Keyless Access system allows for vehicle
entry when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft). See “Keyless
Access Operation” following.

The RKE transmitter functions may work up
to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.

Other conditions can impact the
performance of the transmitter. See Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System 0 7.

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With Remote Start Shown, Without Similar

Q : Press to lock all doors. The turn signal

indicators may flash and/or the horn may
sound on the second press to indicate
locking. See Vehicle Personalization 0 123.

If the driver door is open when
and Open Door Anti Lockout is enabled, all
doors will lock and then the driver door will
immediately unlock. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 123. If the passenger door

is open when

Pressing
system. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 25.

Q is pressed, all doors lock.

Q may also arm the theft-deterrent

Q is pressed

K : Press to unlock the driver door. Press

again within five seconds to unlock all
doors. The RKE transmitter can be
programmed to unlock all doors on the first
button press. See Vehicle Personalization
0 123. When remotely unlocking the vehicle
at night the fog lamps and back-up lamps
will come on for about 30 seconds to light
your approach to the vehicle. The turn
signal indicators may flash to indicate
unlocking. See Vehicle Personalization 0 123.

Pressing

K will disarm the theft-deterrent

system. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 25.

If equipped, pressing and holding
open the windows, if enabled. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 123.

K will

/ : If equipped, press and release Q and

then immediately press and hold
least four seconds to start the engine from
outside the vehicle using the RKE
transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 13.

/ for at

7 : Press and release one time to initiate

vehicle locator. The exterior lamps flash and
the horn chirps three times. Press and hold

7 for three seconds to sound the panic

alarm. The horn sounds and the turn signal
lamps flash for 30 seconds, or until

pressed again or the vehicle is started.

7 is

b : Press twice quickly to open or close

the liftgate.

Press once to stop the liftgate from moving.

Keyless Access Operation

With the Keyless Access system, you can
lock and unlock the doors and access the
liftgate without removing the RKE
transmitter from your pocket, purse,
briefcase, etc. The RKE transmitter should be
within 1 m (3 ft) of the liftgate or door being
opened.

Keyless Access can be programmed to
unlock all doors on the first lock/unlock
press from the driver door. Keyless Access
can also be turned off. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 123.

If equipped with memory seats, RKE
transmitters 1 and 2 are linked to seating
positions of memory 1 or 2. See Memory
Seats 0 39.

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Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the
Driver Door

When the doors are locked and the RKE
transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the driver
door handle, pressing the lock/unlock button
on the driver door handle will unlock the
driver door. If the lock/unlock button is
pressed again within five seconds, all
passenger doors will unlock.

Driver Shown, Passenger Similar

Pressing the lock/unlock button will cause
all doors to lock if any of the following
occur:

.

It has been more than five seconds since
the first lock/unlock button press.

Two lock/unlock button presses were
used to unlock all doors.

.

Any vehicle door has opened and all
doors are now closed.

Keyless Unlocking/Locking from Passenger
Doors

When the doors are locked and the RKE
transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the door
handle, pressing the lock/unlock button on
that door handle will unlock all doors.
Pressing the lock/unlock button will cause
all doors to lock if any of the following
occur:

.

The lock/unlock button was used to
unlock all doors.

.

Any vehicle door has opened and all
doors are now closed.

Disable/Enable Keyless Unlocking of Exterior
Door Handles and Liftgate

If equipped, keyless unlocking of the exterior
door handles and liftgate can be disabled
and enabled.

Disabling Keyless Unlocking:

With the vehicle off, press and hold

K on the RKE transmitter at the same time

for approximately three seconds. The turn
signal lamps will flash four times quickly to

Q and

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indicate access is disabled. Using any
exterior handle to unlock the doors or open
the liftgate will cause the turn signal lamps
to flash four times quickly, indicating access
is disabled. If disabled, disarm the alarm
system before starting the vehicle.

Enabling Keyless Unlocking:

With the vehicle off, press and hold

Q and

K on the RKE transmitter at the same time

for approximately three seconds. The turn
signal lamps will flash twice quickly to
indicate access is enabled.

Passive Locking

The vehicle will lock several seconds after all
doors are closed if the vehicle is off and at
least one RKE transmitter has been removed
or none remain in the interior.

If other electronic devices interfere with the
RKE transmitter signal, the vehicle may not
detect the RKE transmitter inside the vehicle.
If passive locking is enabled, the doors may
lock with the RKE transmitter inside the
vehicle. Do not leave the RKE transmitter in
an unattended vehicle.

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To customize the doors to automatically lock
when exiting the vehicle, see “Remote Lock,
Unlock, Start” under Vehicle Personalization
0 123.

Temporary Disable of Passive Locking

Temporarily disable passive locking by
pressing and holding

switch with a door open for at least
four seconds, or until three chimes are
heard. Passive locking will then remain

disabled until
pressed, or until the vehicle is turned on.

Remote Left in Vehicle Alert

When the vehicle is turned off and an RKE
transmitter is left in the vehicle, the horn
will chirp three times after all doors are
closed. To turn on or off, see Vehicle
Personalization 0 123.

Remote No Longer in Vehicle Alert

If the vehicle is on with a door open, and
then all doors are closed, the vehicle will
check for RKE transmitters inside. If an RKE
transmitter is not detected, the Driver
Information Center (DIC) will display NO
REMOTE DETECTED and the horn will chirp
three times. This occurs only once each time
the vehicle is driven.

K on the interior door

Q on the interior door is

To turn on or off, see Vehicle Personalization
0 123.

Keyless Liftgate Opening

Press the touch pad on the liftgate handle
to open the liftgate if the RKE transmitter is
within 1 m (3 ft).

Key Access

To access a vehicle with a dead transmitter
battery, see Door Locks 0 15.

Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle

Only RKE transmitters programmed to the
vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or
stolen, a replacement can be purchased and
programmed through your dealer. The
vehicle can be reprogrammed so that lost or
stolen transmitters no longer work. Each
vehicle can have up to eight transmitters
matched to it.

Programming with Recognized Transmitters

A new transmitter can be programmed to
the vehicle when there are two recognized
transmitters.

To program, the vehicle must be off and all
of the transmitters, both currently
recognized and new, must be with you.

1. Place the two recognized transmitters in
the cupholder.

2. Remove the key lock cylinder cap on the
driver door handle. See Door Locks 0 15.
Insert the vehicle key of the new
transmitter into the key lock cylinder on
the driver door handle and turn the key,
counterclockwise, to the unlock position
five times within 10 seconds.

The DIC displays READY FOR REMOTE #3,
4, ETC.

3. Place the new transmitter into the
transmitter pocket. The transmitter
pocket is under the liner on the bottom
of the center console storage area. Lift
up the liner and set it aside.

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4. Press ENGINE START/STOP. When the
transmitter is learned, the DIC will
display that it is ready to program the
next transmitter.

5. Remove the transmitter from the
transmitter pocket and press the

transmitter
To program additional transmitters,

repeat Steps 3–5.
When all additional transmitters are

programmed, press and hold ENGINE
START/STOP for 12 seconds to exit
programming mode.

6. Put the key back into the transmitter.

7. Replace the key lock cylinder cap. See
Door Locks 0 15.

Programming without Recognized
Transmitters

If two currently recognized transmitters are
not available, follow this procedure to
program up to eight transmitters. This
feature is not available in Canada. This
procedure will take approximately
30 minutes to complete. The vehicle must
be off and all of the transmitters you wish
to program must be with you.

K or Q button.

1. Remove the key lock cylinder cap on the
driver door handle. See Door Locks 0 15.
Insert the vehicle key of the transmitter
into the key lock cylinder on the driver
door handle and turn the key,
counterclockwise, to the unlock position
five times within 10 seconds.

The DIC displays REMOTE LEARN
PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.

2. Wait for 10 minutes until the DIC
displays PRESS ENGINE START BUTTON TO
LEARN and then press ENGINE
START/STOP.

The DIC will again display REMOTE LEARN
PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.

3. Repeat Step 2 two additional times. After
the third time all previously known
transmitters will no longer work with the
vehicle. Remaining transmitters can be
relearned during the next steps.

The DIC should now display READY FOR
REMOTE # 1.

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4. Place the new transmitter into the
transmitter pocket. The transmitter
pocket is under the liner on the bottom
of the center console storage area. Lift
up the liner and set it aside.

5. Press ENGINE START/STOP. When the
transmitter is learned, the DIC will
display that it is ready to program the
next transmitter.

6. Remove the transmitter from the
transmitter pocket and press the

transmitter
To program additional transmitters,

repeat Steps 4–6.

K or Q button.

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When all additional transmitters are
programmed, press and hold ENGINE
START/STOP for 12 seconds to exit
programming mode.

7. Put the key back into the transmitter.

8. Replace the key lock cylinder cap. See
Door Locks 0 15.

Starting the Vehicle with a Low
Transmitter Battery

When the vehicle is started, if the
transmitter battery is weak, the DIC may
display NO REMOTE DETECTED or NO
REMOTE KEY WAS DETECTED PLACE KEY IN
TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN START YOUR
VEHICLE. The DIC may also display REPLACE
BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY.

To start the vehicle:

1. Open the center console storage area by
opening the armrest.

2. Lift up the liner from the bottom of the
center console storage area and set it
aside, exposing the transmitter pocket.

3. Place the transmitter in the transmitter
pocket.

4. With the vehicle in P (Park) or
N (Neutral), press the brake pedal and
ENGINE START/STOP.

Replace the transmitter battery as soon
as possible.

Battery Replacement

Warning

{

Never allow children to play with the RKE
transmitter. The transmitter contains a
small battery, which can be a choking
hazard. If swallowed, internal burns can
occur, resulting in severe injury or death.
Seek medical attention immediately if a
battery is swallowed.

Warning

{

To avoid personal injury, do not touch
metal surfaces on the RKE transmitter
when it has been exposed to extreme
heat. These surfaces can be hot to the
touch at temperatures above 59 °C (138
°F).

Caution

When replacing the battery, do not touch
any of the circuitry on the transmitter.
Static from your body could damage the
transmitter.

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Caution

Always replace the battery with the
correct type. Replacing the battery with
an incorrect type could potentially create
a risk of battery explosion. Dispose of
used batteries according to instructions
and local laws. Do not attempt to burn,
crush, or cut the used battery, and avoid
exposing the battery to environments
with extremely low air pressures or high
temperatures.

Replace the battery in the transmitter soon
if the DIC displays REPLACE BATTERY IN
REMOTE KEY.

To replace the battery:

1. Press the button on the side of the RKE
transmitter near the bottom and pull the
key out. Never pull the key out without
pressing the button.

2. Insert a flat, thin object in the center of
the transmitter to separate and remove
the back cover.

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3. Lift the battery with a non-metal flat
object.

4. Remove the battery.

5. Insert the new battery, positive side
toward the back cover. Replace with a
CR2032 or equivalent battery.

6. Push together the transmitter and
reinsert the key.

Remote Vehicle Start

If equipped, this feature allows the engine
to be started from outside of the vehicle.

/ : This button will be on the RKE

transmitter if the vehicle has remote start.

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The climate control system will use the
previous settings during a remote start. The
rear defog may come on during a remote
start based on cold ambient conditions. The
rear fog indicator light does not come on
during a remote start.

If the vehicle has heated or ventilated seats,
they may come on during a remote start.
See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 41.

If equipped with a remote start heated
steering wheel, the heated wheel will turn
on automatically in remote start along with
the heated seats when it is cold outside. See
Heated Steering Wheel 0 90.

Laws in some local communities may restrict
the use of remote starters. For example,
some laws may require a person using
remote start to have the vehicle in view.
Check local regulations for any
requirements.

Do not use remote start if the vehicle is low
on fuel as it may run out of fuel.

Other conditions can affect the performance
of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System 0 7.

Starting the Engine Using Remote Start

1. Press and release

Q on the RKE

transmitter.

2. Immediately press and hold
least four seconds or until the turn
signal lamps flash. The turn signal lamps
flashing confirms the request to remote
start the vehicle has been received.

During the remote start the doors will be
locked and the parking lamps will remain
on as long as the engine is running.

The engine will shut off after 15 minutes
unless a time extension is done or the
vehicle is started.

3. With the RKE transmitter in the vehicle,
press the brake pedal and start the
vehicle to drive.

Extending Engine Run Time

The engine run time can also be extended
by another 15 minutes, if during the first
15 minutes Steps 1 and 2 are repeated while
the engine is still running. An extension can
be requested 30 seconds after starting. This
provides a total of 30 minutes.

The remote start can only be extended once.

/ for at

When the remote start is extended, the
second 15-minute period is added on to the
first 15 minutes for a total of 30 minutes.

A maximum of two remote starts, or a
remote start with an extension, are allowed
between ignition cycles.

The vehicle must be started and then turned
off before the remote start procedure can be
used again.

Canceling a Remote Start

To cancel a remote start, do any of the
following:

.

Press and hold / until the parking lamps
turn off.

.

Turn on the hazard warning flashers.

.

Turn the vehicle on and then off.

Conditions in Which Remote Start Will
Not Work

The remote start will not operate if any of
the following occur:

.

A transmitter is in the vehicle.

.

The ignition is on.

.

The hood is not closed.

.

The hazard warning flashers are on.

.

There is an emission control system
malfunction.

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The engine coolant temperature is
too high.

.

The oil pressure is low.

.

Two remote vehicle starts or a start with
an extension have already been used.

.

The vehicle is not in P (Park).

Door Locks

Warning

{

Unlocked doors can be dangerous.

.

Passengers, especially children, can
easily open the doors and fall out of a
moving vehicle. The doors can be
unlocked and opened while the vehicle
is moving. The chance of being thrown
out of the vehicle in a crash is
increased if the doors are not locked.
So, all passengers should wear seat
belts properly and the doors should be
locked whenever the vehicle is driven.

.

Young children who get into unlocked

To lock or unlock the door from the outside:

.

.

To lock or unlock the door from the inside:

.

.

.

Warning (Continued)

.

Outsiders can easily enter through an
unlocked door when you slow down
or stop the vehicle. Locking the doors
can help prevent this from happening.

Press Q or K on the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7.

Use the key in the driver door. The key
lock cylinder is covered with a cap.

Press Q or K on the power door lock
switch.

Push down on the door lock knob to lock
a door.

Pull the door handle once to unlock the
door. Pull the handle again to unlatch it.

vehicles may be unable to get out.
A child can be overcome by extreme
heat and can suffer permanent injuries
or even death from heat stroke.
Always lock the vehicle whenever
leaving it.

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Keyless Access

The RKE transmitter must be within 1 m
(3 ft) of the liftgate or door being opened.
Press the button on the door handle to
open. See “Keyless Access Operation” in

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation 0 7.

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Driver Door Key Lock Cylinder Access (In
Case of Dead Battery)

2. Insert the two tabs (6) at the back of the
cap between the seal (5) and the metal

To access the driver door key lock cylinder:

1. Pull the door handle (1) to the open
position and hold it open until cap
removal is complete.

2. Insert the key into the slot (3) on the
bottom of the cap (2) and lift the key
upward.

3. Move the cap (2) rearward and remove.

4. Use the key in the cylinder.

To replace the cap:

1. Pull the door handle (1) to the open
position and hold it open until cap
installation is complete.

base (4).

3. Slide the cap forward and press the
forward edge to install the cap in place.

4. Release the door handle.

5. Check that the cap is secure.

Free-Turning Locks

The door key lock cylinder turns freely when
either the wrong key is used, or the correct
key is not fully inserted. The free-turning
door lock feature prevents the lock from
being forced open. To reset the lock, turn it
to the vertical position with the correct key
fully inserted. Remove the key and insert it
again. If this does not reset the lock, turn
the key halfway around in the cylinder and
repeat the reset procedure.

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Power Door Locks

The doors will lock automatically
five seconds after all doors are closed. If a
door is reopened before that time, the
five-second timer will reset when all doors
are closed again.

Press

Q on the door lock switch again or

press

Q on the RKE transmitter to lock the

doors immediately.

This feature can also be programmed. See
Vehicle Personalization 0 123.

Automatic Door Locks

The vehicle is programmed so that when the

Q : Press to lock the doors.
K : Press to unlock the doors.

Delayed Locking

This feature delays the locking of the doors
until five seconds after all doors are closed.

Delayed locking can only be turned on when
the Open Door Anti Lock Out has been
turned off.

When

Q is pressed on the power door lock

switch while the door is open, a chime will
sound three times indicating delayed locking
is active.

doors are closed, the ignition is on, and the
vehicle is shifted out of P (Park), the doors
will lock.

If a vehicle door is unlocked and then
opened and closed, the doors will lock either
when your foot is removed from the brake
or the vehicle speed becomes faster than
13 km/h (8 mph).

To unlock the doors:

.

Press K on a door.

.

Shift the transmission into P (Park).

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Automatic door locking cannot be disabled.
Automatic door unlocking can be
programmed. See Vehicle Personalization
0 123.

Lockout Protection

If the ignition is on or in ACC/ACCESSORY
and the power door lock switch is pressed
with the driver door open, all the doors will
lock and only the driver door will unlock.

If the vehicle is off and locking is requested
while a door is open, when all doors are
closed the vehicle will check for RKE
transmitters inside. If an RKE transmitter is
detected and the number of RKE
transmitters inside has not reduced, the
driver door will unlock and the horn will
chirp three times.

Lockout Protection can be manually
overridden by pressing and holding
the power door lock switch.

Open Door Anti Lock Out

If Open Door Anti Lock Out has been turned
on and the vehicle is off, the driver door is
open, and locking is requested, all the doors
will lock and the driver door will remain
unlocked. When this function is turned on,
the driver door will only lock when it is

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closed. The Open Door Anti Lock Out feature
can be turned on or off. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 123.

Safety Locks

The rear door safety locks prevent
passengers from opening the rear doors
from inside the vehicle.

Manual Safety Locks

If equipped, the safety lock is on the inside
edge of the rear doors. To use the
safety lock:

1. Move the lever down to the lock
position.

2. Close the door.

3. Do the same for the other rear door.

To open a rear door when the safety lock
is on:

1. Unlock the door by activating the inside
handle, by pressing the power door lock
switch, or by using the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter.

2. Open the door from the outside.

When the safety lock is enabled, adults and
older children will not be able to open the
rear door from the inside. Cancel the safety
locks to enable the doors to open from the
inside.

To cancel the safety lock:

1. Unlock the door and open it from the
outside.

2. Move the lever up to unlock. Do the
same for the other door.

Doors

Liftgate

Warning

{

Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it
is driven with the liftgate or trunk/hatch
open, or with any objects that pass
through the seal between the body and
the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine
exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO)
which cannot be seen or smelled. It can
cause unconsciousness and even death.

If the vehicle must be driven with the
liftgate or trunk/hatch open:

.

Close all of the windows.

.

Fully open the air outlets on or under
the instrument panel.

.

Adjust the climate control system to a
setting that brings in only outside air
and set the fan speed to the highest
setting. See “Climate Control Systems”
in the Index.

.

If the vehicle is equipped with a
power liftgate, disable the power
liftgate function.

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See Engine Exhaust 0 218.

Caution

To avoid damage to the liftgate or
liftgate glass, make sure the area above
and behind the liftgate is clear before
opening it.

Manual Liftgate

To unlock the liftgate, press K on the
power door lock switch or press

RKE transmitter twice within five seconds.
See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation 0 7.

K on the

To open the liftgate, press the touch pad on
the bottom of the liftgate handle and
lift up.

Use the pull cup to lower and close the
liftgate. Do not press the touch pad while
closing the liftgate. This will cause the
liftgate to be unlatched.

If equipped with Keyless Access, the liftgate
can be opened when locked if the RKE
transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the touch
pad. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation 0 7.

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The liftgate has an electric latch. If the
battery is disconnected or has low voltage,
the liftgate will not open. The liftgate will
resume operation when the battery is
reconnected and charged.

Always close the liftgate before driving.

Power Liftgate Operation

Warning

{

You or others could be injured if caught
in the path of the power liftgate. Make
sure there is no one in the way of the
liftgate as it is opening and closing.

Caution

Driving with an open and unsecured
liftgate may result in damage to the
power liftgate components.

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If equipped, the power liftgate switch is on
the driver door. The vehicle must be in
P (Park). The taillamps flash when the power
liftgate moves.

The modes are:

.

MAX: Opens to maximum height.

.

3/4: Opens to a reduced height that can
be set from 3/4 to fully open. Use to
prevent the liftgate from opening into
overhead obstructions such as a garage
door or roof-mounted cargo. The liftgate
can be manually opened all the way.

.

OFF: Opens manually only.

To power open or close the liftgate, select
MAX or 3/4 mode.

.

Press b twice quickly on the RKE
transmitter until the liftgate moves.

.

Press 8 on the driver door. The driver
door must either be unlocked or locked
without the security armed.

.

Press the touch pad on the bottom of the
liftgate after unlocking all doors.
If equipped with Keyless Access, a locked
vehicle can be opened if the RKE
transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the
touch pad.

Press l on the bottom of the liftgate
next to the pull cup to close.

Press any liftgate button, the touch pad,
or

b on the RKE transmitter while the

liftgate is moving to stop it. Pressing any
liftgate button or pressing

b twice quickly

on the RKE transmitter again restarts the
operation in the reverse direction. Pressing
the touch pad on the liftgate handle will
restart the motion, but only in the opening
direction.

Caution

Manually forcing the liftgate to open or
close during a power cycle can damage
the vehicle. Allow the power cycle to
complete.

The power liftgate may be temporarily
disabled under extreme low temperatures,
or after repeated power cycling over a short
period of time. If this occurs, the liftgate can
still be operated manually.

If the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park) while
the power function is in progress, the
liftgate will continue to completion. If the
vehicle is accelerated before the liftgate has
completed moving, the liftgate may stop or
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Information Center (DIC) messages and make
sure the liftgate is closed and latched before
driving.

Falling Liftgate Detection

If the power liftgate automatically closes
after a power opening cycle, it indicates that
the system is reacting to excess weight on
the liftgate or a possible support strut
failure. A repetitive chime will sound while
the falling liftgate detection feature is
operating. Remove any excess weight. If the
liftgate continues to automatically close
after opening, see your dealer for service
before using the power liftgate.

Interfering with the power liftgate motion
or manually closing the liftgate too quickly
after power opening may resemble a
support strut failure. This could also activate
the falling liftgate detection feature. Allow
the liftgate to complete its operation and
wait a few seconds before manually closing
the liftgate.

Obstacle Detection Features

If the liftgate encounters an obstacle during
a power open or close cycle, the liftgate will
automatically reverse direction and move a
short distance away from the obstacle. After
removing the obstruction, the power liftgate

operation can be used again. If the liftgate
encounters multiple obstacles on the same
power cycle, the power function will
deactivate. After removing the obstructions,
manually close the liftgate which will allow
normal power operation functions to
resume.

If the vehicle is locked while the liftgate is
closing, and an obstacle is encountered that
prevents the liftgate from completely
closing, the horn will sound as an alert that
the liftgate did not close.

Setting the 3/4 Mode

To change the position the liftgate stops at
when opening:

1. Select MAX or 3/4 mode and power
open the liftgate.

2. Stop the liftgate movement at the
desired height by pressing any liftgate
button. Manually adjust the liftgate
position if needed.

3. Press and hold
on the outside of the liftgate until the
turn signals flash and a beep sounds.
This indicates the setting has been
recorded.

l next to the pull cup

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The liftgate cannot be set below a minimum
programmable height. If there is no light
flash or sound, then the height adjustment
may be too low.

Manual Operation

Select OFF to manually operate the liftgate.
See “Manual Liftgate” at the beginning of
this section.

Caution

Attempting to move the liftgate too
quickly and with excessive force may
result in damage to the vehicle.

Operate the liftgate manually with a
smooth motion and moderate speed. The
system includes a feature which limits the
manual closing speed to protect the
components.

Hands-Free Operation

If equipped, the liftgate may be operated
with a kicking motion under the left side of
the rear bumper.

The RKE transmitter must be within 1 m
(3 ft) of the rear bumper to operate the
power liftgate hands-free.

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The hands-free feature will not work while
the liftgate is moving. To stop the liftgate
while in motion use one of the liftgate
buttons.

The hands-free feature can be customized.
See Vehicle Personalization 0 123. Choose
from the following:

On-Open and Close : The kicking motion is
activated to both open and close the
liftgate.

On-Open Only : The kicking motion is
activated to only open the liftgate.

Off : The feature is disabled.

Kick Zone

To operate, move your foot in a forward
kicking motion under the left side of the
rear bumper, at the location of the projected
logo, then pull it back. Then step back. The
kick must come within 14 cm (6 in) of the
rear bumper to activate.

Caution

Splashing water may cause the liftgate to
open. Keep the RKE transmitter away
from the rear bumper detection area or
turn the liftgate mode to OFF when
cleaning or working near the rear bumper
to avoid accidental opening.

.

Do not sweep your foot side to side.

.

Do not keep your foot under the bumper;
the liftgate will not activate.

.

Do not touch the liftgate until it has
stopped moving.

.

This feature may be temporarily disabled
under some conditions. If the liftgate
does not respond to the kick, open or
close the liftgate by another method or
start the vehicle. The feature will be
re-enabled.

When closing the liftgate using this feature,
there will be a short delay. The taillamps
will flash and a chime will sound. Step away
from the liftgate before it starts moving.

Projected Logo

If equipped with this feature, a vehicle logo
will be projected for one minute onto the
ground near the rear bumper when an RKE
transmitter is detected within approximately
2 m (6 ft). The projected logo may not be
visible under brighter daytime conditions.

1. 1 m (3 ft) Hands-Free Operation
Detection Zone

2. 2 m (6 ft) Projected Logo
Detection Zone

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.

The projected logo shows where the kicking
motion is to take place.

The projected logo will only be available for
this RKE transmitter after it has been out of
range for at least 20 seconds.

Has been left inside the vehicle and all
vehicle doors are closed.

.

Has approached the area outside of the
liftgate five times within 10 minutes.

Lens Cleaning

If an RKE transmitter is again detected
within approximately 2 m (6 ft) of the
liftgate, or another hands-free operation has
been detected, the one-minute timer will be
reset.

The projected logo will not work under
these conditions:

.

The vehicle battery is low.

.

The transmission is not in P (Park).

.

Hands Free Liftgate Control is set to Off
in vehicle personalization. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 123.

.

The power liftgate is turned off.

.

The vehicle remains parked for 72 hours

Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the
recessed lens.

or more, with no RKE transmitter use or
Keyless Access operation. To re-enable,
press any button on the RKE transmitter
or open and close a vehicle door.

The projected logo will not work for a single
RKE transmitter when a transmitter:

.

Has been left within approximately 5 m
(15 ft) of the liftgate for several minutes.

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Hands-Free Liftgate and Projected Logo Availability

Action Hands-Free Liftgate Projected Logo

RKE transmitter entering projected logo
detection zone

RKE transmitter left inside projected logo
detection zone for minimum of 10 minutes

RKE transmitter brought in and out of
projected logo detection zone five times or
more within 10 minutes

Vehicle remains parked for more than
72 hours

Vehicle battery is low Non-operative Off

Transmission is not in P (Park) Non-operative Off

Power liftgate is turned off Non-operative Off

Hands-free liftgate is disabled in vehicle per­sonalization

Operative On for one minute

Operative Off until RKE transmitter button press or a

door is opened and closed

Operative Off for one hour or until RKE transmitter

button press or a door is opened and closed

Operative Off until RKE transmitter button press or a

door is opened and closed

Non-operative Off

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Vehicle Security

This vehicle has theft-deterrent features;
however, they do not make the vehicle
impossible to steal.

Vehicle Alarm System

This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm system.

The indicator light, on the instrument panel
near the windshield, indicates the status of
the system.

Off : Alarm system is disarmed.

On Solid : Vehicle is secured during the

delay to arm the system.

Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured. A door, the
hood, or the liftgate is open.

Slow Flash : Alarm system is armed.

Arming the Alarm System

1. Close the liftgate and the hood. Turn off
the vehicle.

2. Lock the vehicle in one of three ways:

.

Use the RKE transmitter.

.

Use the Keyless Access system.

.

With a door open, press the
inside

Q.

3. After 30 seconds the alarm system will
arm, and the indicator light will begin to
slowly flash indicating the alarm system

is operating. Pressing
transmitter a second time will bypass
the 30-second delay and immediately
arm the alarm system.

The vehicle alarm system will not arm if the
doors are locked with the key.

If the driver door is opened without first
unlocking with the RKE transmitter, the horn
will chirp and the lights will flash to indicate
pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not started,

Q on the RKE

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or the door is not unlocked by pressing
on the RKE transmitter during the 10-second
pre-alarm, the alarm will be activated.

The alarm will also be activated if a
passenger door, the liftgate, or the hood is
opened without first disarming the system.
When the alarm is activated, the turn
signals flash and the horn sounds for about
30 seconds. The alarm system will then
re-arm to monitor for the next unauthorized
event.

Disarming the Alarm System

To disarm the alarm system or turn off the
alarm if it has been activated:

.

Press K on the RKE transmitter.

.

Unlock the vehicle using the Keyless
Access system.

.

Start the vehicle.

To avoid setting off the alarm by accident:

.

Lock the vehicle after all occupants have
left the vehicle and all doors are closed.

.

Always unlock a door with the RKE
transmitter or use the Keyless Access
system.

Unlocking the driver door with the key will
not disarm the system or turn off the alarm.

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How to Detect a Tamper Condition

If K is pressed and the horn chirps and the
lights flash three times, the alarm was
activated while the alarm system was
armed.

If the alarm system has been activated, a
message will appear on the Driver
Information Center (DIC).

Immobilizer

See Radio Frequency Statement 0 370.

Immobilizer Operation

This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent
system.

The system does not have to be manually
armed or disarmed.

The vehicle is automatically immobilized
when the vehicle is turned off.

The immobilization system is disarmed
when the ignition is on or in ACC/
ACCESSORY and a valid transmitter is
present in the vehicle.

The security light, in the instrument cluster,
comes on if there is a problem with arming
or disarming the theft-deterrent system.

The system has one or more RKE
transmitters matched to an immobilizer
control unit in your vehicle. Only a correctly
matched RKE transmitter will start the
vehicle. If the transmitter is ever damaged,
you may not be able to start your vehicle.

When trying to start the vehicle, the
security light may come on briefly when the
ignition is turned on.

If the engine does not start and the security
light stays on, there is a problem with the
system. Turn the ignition off and try again.

If the vehicle will not change ignition modes
(ACC/ACCESSORY, on, off), and the RKE
transmitter appears to be undamaged, try
another transmitter. Or, you may try placing
the transmitter in the transmitter pocket
located in the center console. See Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7.

If the ignition mode will not change with
the other transmitter or in the transmitter
pocket, your vehicle needs service. If the
ignition does change modes, the first
transmitter may be faulty. See your dealer
who can service the theft-deterrent system
and have a new RKE transmitter
programmed to the vehicle.

It is possible for the immobilizer system to
learn new or replacement RKE transmitters.
Up to eight transmitters can be
programmed for the vehicle. To program
additional transmitters, see “Programming
Transmitters to the Vehicle” under Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7.

Do not leave the transmitter or device that
disarms or deactivates the theft-deterrent
system in the vehicle.

Exterior Mirrors

Convex Mirrors

Warning

{

A convex mirror can make things, like
other vehicles, look farther away than
they really are. If you cut too sharply

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into the right lane, you could hit a
vehicle on the right. Check the inside
mirror or glance over your shoulder
before changing lanes.

The passenger side mirror is convex shaped.
A convex mirror's surface is curved so more
can be seen from the driver seat.

Power Mirrors

2. Press the arrows on the control pad to
move the mirror in the desired direction.

3. Adjust each outside mirror so that a little
of the vehicle and the area behind it can
be seen.

4. Press

j or | again to deselect the

mirror.

Memory Mirrors

The vehicle may have memory mirrors. See
Memory Seats 0 39.

Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)

The vehicle may have SBZA. See Side Blind
Zone Alert (SBZA) 0 248.

Lane Change Alert (LCA)

The vehicle may have LCA. Lane Change
Alert (LCA) 0 249.

Folding Mirrors

Manual Folding Mirrors

The mirrors can be folded inward toward

To adjust a mirror:

j or | to select the driver or

1. Press
passenger side mirror. The indicator light
will illuminate.

the vehicle to prevent damage when going
through an automatic car wash. Push the
mirror outward to return it to the original
position.

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Power Folding Mirrors

If equipped, press g to power fold the
mirrors. Press again to unfold.

Resetting the Power Folding Mirrors

Reset the power folding mirrors if the
mirrors:

.

Are accidentally obstructed while folding.

.

Are accidentally manually folded/
unfolded.

.

Do not stay in the unfolded position.

.

Vibrate at normal driving speeds.

Fold and unfold the mirrors one time using
the mirror controls to reset them to their
normal position. A noise may be heard

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during the resetting of the power folding
mirrors. This sound is normal after a manual
folding operation.

Remote Mirror Folding

If equipped, press and hold
transmitter for approximately one second to
automatically fold the exterior mirrors. Press
and hold
approximately one second to unfold. See

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation 0 7.

This feature is turned on or off through
vehicle personalization. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 123.

K on the RKE transmitter for

Q on the RKE

Heated Mirrors

K : Press to heat the mirrors.

See “Rear Window Defogger” under Dual
Automatic Climate Control System 0 191.

Automatic Dimming Mirror

If the vehicle has the automatic dimming
mirror, the driver outside mirror
automatically adjusts for the glare of
headlamps behind you.

Reverse Tilt Mirrors

If equipped with reverse tilt mirrors and
memory seats, the passenger and/or driver
mirror tilts to a preselected position when
the vehicle is in R (Reverse). This allows the
curb to be seen when parallel parking.

The mirror(s) may move from their tilted
position when:

.

The vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse),
or remains in R (Reverse) for about
30 seconds.

.

The vehicle is turned off.

.

The vehicle is driven in R (Reverse) above
a set speed.

To turn this feature on or off, see Vehicle
Personalization 0 123.

Interior Mirrors

Interior Rearview Mirrors

Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view
of the area behind the vehicle.

Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the
mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with
water.

Manual Rearview Mirror

If equipped, push the tab forward for
daytime use and pull it rearward for
nighttime use to avoid glare of the
headlamps from behind.

Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror

If equipped, automatic dimming reduces the
glare of headlamps from behind. The
dimming feature comes on when the vehicle
is started.

Rear Camera Mirror

If equipped, this automatic dimming mirror
provides a wide angle camera view of the
area behind the vehicle.

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Pull the tab to turn on the display. Push the
tab to turn it off. When off the mirror is
automatic dimming. Adjust the mirror for a
clear view of the area behind the vehicle
while the display is off.

Press V to scroll through the adjustment
options.

t and u to adjust the settings using

Press
the indicators on the mirror. The indicators
will remain visible for five seconds after the
last button activation, and the settings will
remain saved.

The adjustment options are:

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Brightness

.

Zoom

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Tilt

Warning

{

The Rear Camera Mirror (RCM) has a
limited view. Portions of the road,
vehicles, and other objects may not be
seen. Do not drive or park the vehicle
using only this camera. Objects may
appear closer than they are. Check the
outside mirrors or glance over your
shoulder when making lane changes or
merging. Failure to use proper care may
result in injury, death, or vehicle damage.

Troubleshooting

See your dealer for service if a blue screen
and

3 are displayed in the mirror, and

the display shuts off. Also, push the tab as
indicated to return to the automatic
dimming mode.

The Rear Camera Mirror may not work
properly or display a clear image if:

.

There is glare from the sun or headlamps.
This may obstruct objects from view.
If needed, push the tab to turn off the
display.

.

Dirt, snow, or other debris blocks the
camera lens. Clean the lens with a soft
damp cloth, or if equipped, with the Rear
Camera Washer. See Rear Window Wiper/
Washer 0 92.

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The camera’s mounting on the vehicle has
been damaged, and/or the position or the
mounting angle of the camera has
changed.

Windows

Warning

{

Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a
pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the
windows closed in warm or hot weather.
They can be overcome by the extreme
heat and suffer permanent injuries or
even death from heat stroke.

The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to
improve fuel economy performance. This
may result in a pulsing sound when one
window is down and the other three are up.
To reduce the sound, open another window
or the sunroof, if equipped.

Power Windows

Warning

{

Children could be seriously injured or
killed if caught in the path of a closing
window. Never leave the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter in a vehicle with
children. When there are children in the
rear seat, use the window lockout switch
to prevent operation of the windows. See
Keys 0 6.

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Power windows work when the ignition is
on, in ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 216.

Using the window switch, press to open or
pull to close the window.

The windows may be temporarily disabled if
they are used repeatedly within a
short time.

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Window Lockout

This feature stops the rear passenger
windows from working.

Press

2 to engage the rear window

lockout feature. The indicator light is on
when engaged.

Press

2 again to disengage.

Window Express Movement

All windows can be opened without holding
the window switch. Press the switch down
fully and quickly release to express open the
window.

If equipped, pull the window switch up fully
and quickly release to express close the
window.

Briefly press or pull the window switch in
the same direction to stop that window’s
express movement.

Window Automatic Reversal System

The express-close feature will reverse
window movement if it comes in contact
with an object. Extreme cold or ice could
cause the window to auto-reverse. The
window will operate normally after the
object or condition is removed.

Automatic Reversal System Override

Warning

{

If automatic reversal system override is
active, the window will not reverse
automatically. You or others could be
injured and the window could be
damaged. Before using automatic reversal
system override, make sure that all
people and obstructions are clear of the
window path.

When the engine is on, override the
automatic reversal system by pulling and
holding the window switch if conditions
prevent it from closing.

Programming the Power Windows

Programming may be necessary if the
vehicle battery has been disconnected or
discharged. If the window is unable to
express-up, program each express-close
window:

1. Close all doors.

2. Turn the ignition on or to ACC/
ACCESSORY.

3. Partially open the window to be
programmed. Then close it and continue
to pull the switch briefly after the
window has fully closed.

4. Open the window and continue to press
the switch briefly after the window has
fully opened.

Remote Window Operation

If equipped, this feature allows all windows
to be opened remotely. If enabled in vehicle

personalization, press and hold
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to
open all windows. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 123.

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Sun Visors

Pull the sun visor down to block glare.
Detach the sun visor from the center mount
to pivot to the side window and,
if equipped, extend along the rod.

Roof

Sunroof

If equipped, the ignition must be on or in
ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) must be active to operate the
sunroof. See Ignition Positions 0 212 and
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 216.

1. Sunroof Switch (SLIDE)

2. Vent Switch (TILT)

Slide Switch

Express-Open/Express-Close : Press and

release

D (1) to express-open the sunroof.

The sunshade will not open automatically.
Press and release
the sunroof.

Open/Close (Manual Mode) : Fully press
(1) to open the sunroof. The sunshade will
not automatically open with the sunroof.
Release to stop at the desired position. Fully

g (1) to close the sunroof. Release

press
to stop at the desired position.

g (1) to express-close

D

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Tilt Switch

Vent Feature : Press

sunroof. Press again and hold to open the
sunroof. Release to stop at the desired
position. The sunshade will not open

automatically. Press
express-close the sunroof. Press again to
stop the movement.

The front sunshade can only be opened and
closed manually. The sunshade can be
opened by pushing up on the handle, and
closed by pulling forward on the handle
until it latches. Do not try to close the
sunshade while the sunroof is fully opened
or in the vent position.

If equipped, the rear sunshade can only be
opened or closed manually. To open, press
the latch button (if equipped) on the handle
while pushing up to unlatch it. The
sunshade will retract to the open position.
To close the sunshade, pull the handle
forward until it latches.

The sunroof cannot be opened or closed if
the vehicle has an electrical failure.

E (2) to vent the

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Automatic Reversal System

The sunroof has an automatic reversal
system that is only active when the sunroof
is operated in express-close mode.

If an object is in the path while express
closing, the reversal system will detect an
object, stop, and open the sunroof again.

If frost or other conditions prevent closing,
override the feature by closing the sunroof
in manual mode. To stop movement, release
the switch.

Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof
seal or in the track. This could cause an
issue with sunroof operation or noise.
It could also plug the water drainage
system. Periodically open the sunroof and
remove any obstacles or loose debris. Wipe

the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using
a clean cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not
remove grease from the sunroof.

If water is seen dripping into the water
drainage system, this is normal.

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Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

Head Restraints . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Front Seats

Seat Adjustment . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Memory Seats . . . . . . . ....... . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Heated and Ventilated Front Seats . . . . . 41

Rear Seats

Rear Seats . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 43

Heated Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 45

Third Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 46

Seat Belts

Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

How to Wear Seat Belts Properly . . .. . . 48

Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . ...... . . . . . . . . . . 49

Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . 52

Seat Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 52

Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Seat Belt Care . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 53

Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a

Crash . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . 53

Airbag System

Airbag System . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

When Should an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . 56

What Makes an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . . 57

How Does an Airbag Restrain? . . . . . . . . . 58

What Will You See after an Airbag

Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. 58

Passenger Sensing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Servicing the Airbag-Equipped

Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Adding Equipment to the

Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 63

Replacing Airbag System Parts after a

Crash . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 64

Child Restraints

Older Children . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Infants and Young Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Child Restraint Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children

(LATCH System) . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 71

Replacing LATCH System Parts After a

Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat

Belt in the Rear Seat) . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . 78

Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat

Belt in the Front Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

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Head Restraints

Front Seats

Warning

{

With head restraints that are not
installed and adjusted properly, there is a
greater chance that occupants will suffer
a neck/spinal injury in a crash. Do not
drive until the head restraints for all
occupants are installed and adjusted
properly.

The vehicle's front seats have adjustable
head restraints in the outboard seating
positions.

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Adjust the head restraint so that the top of
the restraint is at the same height as the
top of the occupant's head. This position
reduces the chance of a neck injury in a
crash.

The height of the head restraint can be
adjusted.

To raise or lower the head restraint, press
the button located on the side of the head
restraint, and pull up or push the head
restraint down, and release the button. Pull
and push on the head restraint after the
button is released to make sure that it is
locked in place.

The front seat outboard head restraints are
not removable.

Rear Seats

Second Row Seats

The vehicle’s rear second row seats have
adjustable head restraints in the outboard
seating positions.

The height of the head restraint can be
adjusted. Pull the head restraint up to raise
it. Try to move the head restraint to make
sure that it is locked in place.

To lower the head restraint, press the
button, located on the top of the seatback,
and push the head restraint down. Try to
move the head restraint after the button is
released to make sure that it is locked in
place.

The second row head restraints are not
removable.

Third Row Seats

The vehicle’s rear third row seats have head
restraints in the outboard seating positions
that cannot be adjusted up or down.

The rear third row outboard head restraints
are not removable.

The rear third row outboard head restraints
are designed to be folded.

The head restraint can be folded to allow for
better visibility when the rear seat is
unoccupied.

When folding the seatback down, the head
restraint will automatically fold out of the
way as the seat is folded down.

Return the lowered head restraint to the
upright position until it locks into place.
Push and pull on the head restraint to make
sure it is locked.

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Front Seats

Seat Adjustment

Warning

{

You can lose control of the vehicle if you
try to adjust a driver seat while the
vehicle is moving. Adjust the driver seat
only when the vehicle is not moving.

3. Release the handle to stop the seat from
moving.

4. Try to move the seat back and forth to
be sure it is locked in place.

Seat Height Adjuster

If equipped, move the lever up or down to
manually raise or lower the seat.

Power Seat Adjustment

To adjust a manual seat:

1. Lift the handle under the seat to
unlock it.

2. Move the seat forward or rearward to
adjust the seat position.

The power seats will work with the
ignition off. Children could operate the
power seats and be injured. Never leave
children alone in the vehicle.

{

Warning

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To adjust a power seat, if equipped:

.

Move the seat forward or rearward by
sliding the control forward or rearward.

.

Raise or lower the front part of the seat
cushion by moving the front of the
control up or down.

.

Raise or lower the entire seat by moving
the rear of the control up or down.

To adjust the seatback, see Reclining
Seatbacks 0 38.

To adjust the lumbar support, see Lumbar
Adjustment 0 38.

Some vehicles are equipped with a feature
that activates a vibration in the driver seat
to help the driver avoid crashes. See Driver
Assistance Systems 0 238.

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Lumbar Adjustment

Press and hold the control forward to
increase or rearward to decrease support.

Reclining Seatbacks

Warning

{

Sitting in a reclined position when the
vehicle is in motion can be dangerous.
Even when buckled up, the seat belts
cannot do their job.

(Continued)

Warning (Continued)

The shoulder belt will not be against
your body. Instead, it will be in front of
you. In a crash, you could go into it,
receiving neck or other injuries.

The lap belt could go up over your
abdomen. The belt forces would be there,
not at your pelvic bones. This could cause
serious internal injuries.

For proper protection when the vehicle is
in motion, have the seatback upright.
Then sit well back in the seat and wear
the seat belt properly.

Do not have a seatback reclined if the
vehicle is moving.

Manual Reclining Seatbacks

Warning

{

If either seatback is not locked, it could
move forward in a sudden stop or crash.
That could cause injury to the person
sitting there. Always push and pull on
the seatbacks to be sure they are locked.

To recline the seatback:

1. Lift the lever.

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2. Move the seatback to the desired
position, and then release the lever to
lock the seatback in place.

3. Push and pull on the seatback to make
sure it is locked.

To return the seatback to the upright
position:

1. Lift the lever fully without applying
pressure to the seatback, and the
seatback will return to the upright
position.

2. Push and pull on the seatback to make
sure it is locked.

Power Reclining Seatbacks

.

Tilt the top of the control rearward to
recline.

.

Tilt the top of the control forward to
raise.

Memory Seats

If equipped, memory seats allow two drivers
to save and recall their unique seat positions
for driving the vehicle, and a shared exit
position for getting out of the vehicle. Other
feature positions may also be saved, such as
power mirrors and power steering wheel,
if equipped. Memory positions are linked to
RKE transmitter 1 or 2 for automatic
memory recalls.

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Before saving, adjust all available memory
feature positions. Turn the vehicle on and
then press and release SET; a beep will
sound. Then immediately press and hold 1,

2, or

B (Exit) until two beeps sound. To

manually recall these positions, press and
hold 1, 2, or
reached. Follow the instructions under

“Saving Memory Positions.”

The vehicle identifies the current driver’s RKE
transmitter number (1–8). See Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7.
Only RKE transmitters 1 and 2 can be used
for automatic memory recalls. A Driver
Information Center (DIC) welcome message
indicating the transmitter number may
display for the first few ignition cycles
following a transmitter change. For Seat
Entry Memory to work properly, save the
positions to the memory button (1 or 2)
matching the RKE transmitter number
displayed in the DIC welcome message.
Carry the linked RKE transmitter when
entering the vehicle.

Vehicle Personalization Settings

.

To have the Seat Entry Memory
movement begin when the vehicle is
started, select the Settings menu, then

B until the saved position is

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Vehicle, then Seating Position, and then
Seat Entry Memory. Select On or Off. See
“Seat Entry Memory” later in this section.

.

To begin Seat Exit Memory movement
when the vehicle is turned off and the
driver door is opened, or when the vehicle
is turned off with the driver door already
opened, select the Settings menu, then
Vehicle, then Seating Position, and then
Seat Exit Memory. Select On or Off. See
“Seat Exit Memory” later in this section.

.

See Vehicle Personalization 0 123 for
additional setting information.

Identifying Driver Number

To identify the driver number:

1. Move your RKE transmitter away from
the vehicle.

2. Start the vehicle with another key or RKE
transmitter. The DIC should display the
driver number for the other RKE
transmitter. Turn the vehicle off and
remove the key or RKE transmitter from
the vehicle.

3. Start the vehicle with the initial key or
RKE transmitter. The DIC should display
the driver number of your RKE
transmitter.

Saving Memory Positions

Read these instructions completely before
saving memory positions.

To save preferred driving positions 1 and 2:

1. Turn the vehicle on or to ACC/
ACCESSORY.

A DIC welcome message may indicate
driver number 1 or 2.

2. Adjust all available memory features to
the desired driving position.

3. Press and release SET; a beep will sound.

4. Immediately press and hold the 1 or
2 memory button matching the above
DIC welcome message until two beeps
sound.

If too much time passes between
releasing SET and pressing 1, the
memory position will not be saved and
two beeps will not sound. Repeat
Steps 3 and 4.

1 or 2 corresponds to the driver number.
See “Identifying Driver Number”
previously in this section.

5. Repeat Steps 1–4 for a second driver
using 1 or 2.

To save the position for
Memory features, repeat Steps 1–4 using

B and Seat Exit

B. This saves the position for getting out

of the vehicle.

Save preferred memory feature positions to
both 1 and 2 if you are the only driver.

Manually Recalling Memory Positions

Press and hold 1, 2, or
previously saved memory positions if you
are driver 1 or 2 identified in the DIC
welcome message.

To stop Manual Memory recall movement,
release 1, 2, or

following controls:

.

Power seat

.

Memory SET

.

Power mirror, with the driver or
passenger side mirror selected

.

Power steering wheel, if equipped

Manual Memory recall movement for 1, 2,
or

B buttons may be initiated and may

complete to the saved memory position if
the vehicle is in or out of P (Park).

B to recall the

B or press any of the

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Seat Entry Memory

The vehicle identifies the number of the
current driver’s RKE transmitter (1–8). See

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation 0 7. If the RKE transmitter is 1 or

2, and Seat Entry Memory is enabled in
vehicle personalization, the positions saved
to the same memory button number 1 or 2
are automatically recalled when the vehicle
is turned on, or turned from off to ACC/
ACCESSORY. RKE transmitters 3–8 will not
provide automatic memory recalls.

To turn Seat Entry Memory on or off, see
“Vehicle Personalization Settings” previously
in this section and Vehicle Personalization
0 123.

The transmission must be in P (Park) to start
Seat Entry Memory. Seat Entry Memory
recall will complete if the vehicle is shifted
out of P (Park) prior to reaching the saved
memory position.

To stop Seat Entry Memory recall
movement, turn the vehicle off or press any
of the following controls:

.

Power seat

.

Memory SET, 1, 2, or B

.

Power mirror, with the driver or
passenger side mirror selected

Power steering wheel, if equipped

If the saved memory seat position does not
automatically recall or recalls to the wrong
positions, the driver’s RKE transmitter
number (1 or 2) may not match the memory
button number that positions were saved to.
Try storing the position to the other
memory button or try the other RKE
transmitter.

Seat Exit Memory

Seat Exit Memory is not linked to an RKE
transmitter. The position saved to
used for all drivers. To turn Seat Exit

Memory on or off, see "Vehicle
Personalization Settings" previously in this
section and Vehicle Personalization 0 123.

If turned on, the position saved to
automatically recalled when one of the
following occurs:

.

The vehicle is turned off and the driver
door is opened within a short time.

.

The vehicle is turned off with the driver
door open.

To stop Seat Exit Memory movement, press
any of the following memory controls:

.

Power seat

.

Memory SET, 1, 2, or B

B is

B is

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.

Power mirror, with the driver or
passenger side mirror selected

.

Power steering wheel, if equipped

Obstructions

If something has blocked the driver seat
and/or power steering wheel while recalling
a memory position, the recall may stop.
Remove the obstruction and try the recall
again. If the memory position still does not
recall, see your dealer.

Heated and Ventilated Front Seats

Warning

{

If temperature change or pain to the skin
cannot be felt, the seat heater may cause
burns. To reduce the risk of burns, use
care when using the seat heater,
especially for long periods of time. Do
not place anything on the seat that
insulates against heat, such as a blanket,
cushion, cover, or similar item. This may
cause the seat heater to overheat. An
overheated seat heater may cause a burn
or may damage the seat.

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When a heated seat is turned on, the
indicator on button turns red. When a
ventilated seat is turned on, the indicator on
button turns blue.

Press the button once for the highest
setting. With each press of the button, the
seat will change to the next lower setting,
and then to the off setting. The indicator
lights next to the buttons indicate three for
the highest setting and one for the lowest.
If the front heated seats are on high, the
level may automatically be lowered after

Heated and Ventilated Seat Buttons Shown,

Heated Seat Buttons Similar

If equipped, the buttons are near the
climate controls on the center stack. To
operate, the engine must be running.

Press

I or +, if available, to heat the

driver or passenger seatback only.

J or z to heat the driver or

Press
passenger cushion and seatback.

C or {, if available, to ventilate the

Press
driver or passenger seat. A ventilated seat
has a fan that pulls or pushes air through
the seat. The air is not cooled.

approximately 30 minutes.

The passenger seat may take longer to
heat up.

Auto Heated and Ventilated Seats

If the vehicle is equipped with auto heated
or ventilated seats, and the engine is
running, this feature will automatically
activate the heated or ventilated seats at
the level required by the vehicle's interior
temperature.

The active high, medium, low, or off heated
or ventilated seat level will be indicated by
the manual heated and ventilated seat
buttons on the center stack. Use the manual
heated and ventilated seat buttons on the
center stack to turn auto heated or

ventilated seats off. If the passenger seat is
unoccupied, the auto heated or ventilated
seats feature will not activate that seat. The
auto heated and ventilated seats feature can
be programmed to always be enabled when
the vehicle is on. If equipped with a heated
steering wheel, the auto heated steering
wheel activation will follow the heated seat
auto activation and the heated wheel
indicator will follow the state of the steering
wheel heat.

See Vehicle Personalization 0 123.

Remote Start Heated and Ventilated Seats

During a remote start, the heated or
ventilated seats, if equipped, can be turned
on automatically. When it is cold outside,
the heated seats will turn on followed by
the heated steering wheel, if equipped.
When it is hot outside, the ventilated seats
turn on. The heated or ventilated seats are
canceled when the ignition is turned on.
Press the heated or ventilated seat button
to use the heated or ventilated seats after
the vehicle is started.

The heated or ventilated seat indicator lights
do not turn on during a remote start.

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The temperature performance of an
unoccupied seat may be reduced. This is
normal.

The remote start heated or ventilated seats
may be enabled or disabled in the vehicle
personalization menu. See Remote Vehicle

Start 0 13 and
Vehicle Personalization 0 123.

Rear Seats

Rear Seat Reminder

If equipped, the message REAR SEAT
REMINDER LOOK IN REAR SEAT displays
under certain conditions indicating there
may be an item or passenger in the rear
seat. Check before exiting the vehicle.

This feature will activate when a second row
door is opened while the vehicle is on or up
to 10 minutes before the vehicle is turned
on. There will be an alert when the vehicle
is turned off. The alert does not directly
detect objects in the rear seat; instead,
under certain conditions, it detects when a
rear door is opened and closed, indicating
that there may be something in the
rear seat.

The feature is active only once each time
the vehicle is turned on and off, and will
require reactivation by opening and closing
the second row doors. There may be an
alert even when there is nothing in the rear
seat; for example, if a child entered the
vehicle through the rear door and left the
vehicle without the vehicle being shut off.

The feature can be turned on or off. See
Vehicle Personalization 0 123.

Rear Seat Adjustment

The second row seats slide forward for
more room.

To adjust the seat position:

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1. Remove objects on the floor in front of
or on the second row seat, or in the seat
tracks on the floor.

2. Lift the lever below the seat cushion and
slide the seat forward or backward.

3. Push and pull on the seatback to ensure
the seat is locked in place.

Entering and Exiting the Third Row

Warning

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Using the third row seating position
while the second row is folded, or folded
and tumbled, could cause injury in a
sudden stop or crash. Be sure to return
the seat to the passenger seating
position. Push and pull on the seat to
make sure it is locked into place.

Warning

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If the seatback and floor latches are not
locked, the seat could move forward in a
sudden stop or crash and injure the
occupant. Always push and pull on the
seatbacks to be sure the seatback and
floor latches are locked.

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Caution

Folding a rear seat with the seat belts
still fastened may cause damage to the
seat or the seat belts. Always unbuckle
the seat belts and return them to their
normal stowed position before folding a
rear seat.

To access the third row from the driver side:

1. Remove objects on the floor in front of
or on the second row seat, or in the seat
tracks on the floor.

2. Make sure that the seat belt is
unfastened and in the stowed position.

3. Pull the handle on top of the seat
forward and pull the seat forward.

To access the third row from the
passenger side:

Remove objects on the floor in front of the
second row seat, or in the seat tracks on the
floor.

The second row passenger side seat can be
easily moved for third row entry or exit
with a forward-facing child restraint installed
using the LATCH system. Remove a
rear-facing child restraint before moving the
seat for third row entry or exit.

Warning

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Remove the child from the child restraint
before moving the seat forward for third
row entry or exit. Failure to do so may
result in injury to the child.

Pull the handle on top of the seat forward
and pull the seat forward.

Returning the Seat to the Seating
Position

To return the second row seat to its normal
seating position:

1. Remove objects on the floor behind the
second row seat or in the seat tracks on
the floor.

2. Push on the seatback until the seat is
locked into place.

3. Push and pull on the seatback and seat
cushion to make sure they are locked in
place.

4. Check that the seat belt is not under the
seat cushion.

Reclining the Seatbacks

To recline the seatbacks:

1. Leaning rearward in the seat, pull the
reclining seatback handle.

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2. Move the seatback to the desired
position, and then release the handle to
lock the seatback in place.

3. Push and pull on the seatback to make
sure it is locked.

pull on the seatback to make sure it is
locked. Push on the head restraint to return
it to the upright, locked position.

Folding the Seatbacks

The second row seatbacks can also be folded
forward by pulling the levers on the driver
side of the rear cargo area. The top lever

To fold the second row seatbacks:

1. Remove anything on or under the seat.

2. Fold the head restraint rearward. See
Head Restraints 0 35.

3. Pull forward on the reclining seatback
handle.

To return the seatback to the seating
position, lift the seatback and push it
rearward until it locks into place. Push and

folds the driver side seatback and the
bottom lever folds the passenger side
seatback.

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Heated Rear Seats

Warning

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If temperature change or pain to the skin
cannot be felt, the seat heater may cause
burns. See the Warning under Heated
and Ventilated Front Seats 0 41.

If equipped, the buttons are on the rear of
the center console.

With the engine running, press
heat the left or right outboard seat cushion.
On vehicles with rear climate controls, an
indicator on the climate control display
appears when this feature is on.

M or L to

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Press the button again to turn this feature
off. The light on the button will turn off. On
vehicles with rear climate controls, this
feature turns on at the highest setting. With
each press of the button, the heated seat
changes to the next lower setting, and then
the off setting. Three lights indicate the
highest setting, and one light indicates the
lowest. If the heated seats are on high, the
level may automatically be lowered after
approximately 30 minutes.

Third Row Seats

Warning

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Using the third row seating position
while the second row is folded, or pushed
forward in the entry position, could cause
injury in a sudden stop or crash. Be sure
to return the seat to the passenger
seating position. Push and pull on the
seat to make sure it is locked into place.

Folding the Seatback

Caution

Folding a rear seat with the seat belts
still fastened may cause damage to the
seat or the seat belts. Always unbuckle
the seat belts and return them to their
normal stowed position before folding a
rear seat.

To fold the third row seatback:

1. Remove objects on the floor in front of
or on the second row seat, or in the seat
tracks on the floor.

2. If the second row seat is in the full rear
position, adjust it forward to allow the
third row seat to fold fully flat.

3. Remove anything on or under the seat.

4. Pull the strap on the seatback.

5. Push the seatback forward to lay flat.

6. Repeat for the other seatback,
if necessary.

Returning the Seat to the Seating
Position

To return the seatback to the seating
position:

1. From the rear of the vehicle, raise the
seatback to the upright position using
the strap on the back of the third row
seat, or lift the seatback and push it into
place from inside the vehicle.

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Warning

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If either seatback is not locked, it could
move forward in a sudden stop or crash.
That could cause injury to the person
sitting there. Always push and pull on
the seatbacks to be sure they are locked.

2. Push and pull on the seatback to make
sure it is locked in place.

Warning

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A seat belt that is improperly routed, not
properly attached, or twisted will not
provide the protection needed in a crash.
The person wearing the belt could be
seriously injured. After raising the rear
seatback, always check to be sure that
the seat belts are properly routed and
attached, and are not twisted.

Seat Belts

This section describes how to use seat belts
properly, and some things not to do.

Warning

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Do not let anyone ride where a seat belt
cannot be worn properly. In a crash,
if you or your passenger(s) are not
wearing seat belts, injuries can be much
worse than if you are wearing seat belts.
You can be seriously injured or killed by
hitting things inside the vehicle harder or
by being ejected from the vehicle. In
addition, anyone who is not buckled up
can strike other passengers in the vehicle.

It is extremely dangerous to ride in a
cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
In a collision, passengers riding in these
areas are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed. Do not allow passengers
to ride in any area of the vehicle that is
not equipped with seats and seat belts.

Always wear a seat belt, and check that
all passenger(s) are restrained
properly too.

This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to
buckle the seat belts. See Seat Belt
Reminders 0 105.

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Why Seat Belts Work

When riding in a vehicle, you travel as fast
as the vehicle does. If the vehicle stops
suddenly, you keep going until something
stops you. It could be the windshield, the
instrument panel, or the seat belts!

When you wear a seat belt, you and the
vehicle slow down together. There is more
time to stop because you stop over a longer
distance and, when worn properly, your
strongest bones take the forces from the
seat belts. That is why wearing seat belts
makes such good sense.

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Questions and Answers About Seat Belts

Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a

crash if I am wearing a seat belt?

A: You could be — whether you are

wearing a seat belt or not. Your chance
of being conscious during and after a
crash, so you can unbuckle and get out,
is much greater if you are belted.

Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why should I

have to wear seat belts?

A: Airbags are supplemental systems only.

They work with seat belts — not instead
of them. Whether or not an airbag is
provided, all occupants still have to
buckle up to get the most protection.

Also, in nearly all states and in all
Canadian provinces, the law requires
wearing seat belts.

Infants and Young Children 0 65. Review
and follow the rules for children in addition
to the following rules.

It is very important for all occupants to
buckle up. Statistics show that unbelted
people are hurt more often in crashes than
those who are wearing seat belts.

There are important things to know about
wearing a seat belt properly.

How to Wear Seat Belts Properly

Follow these rules for everyone's protection.

There are additional things to know about
seat belts and children, including smaller
children and infants. If a child will be riding
in the vehicle, see Older Children 0 64 or

.

Sit up straight and always keep your feet
on the floor in front of you (if possible).

.

Always use the correct buckle for your
seating position.

.

Wear the lap part of the belt low and
snug on the hips, just touching the
thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the

strong pelvic bones and you would be
less likely to slide under the lap belt.
If you slid under it, the belt would apply
force on your abdomen. This could cause
serious or even fatal injuries.

.

Wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder
and across the chest. These parts of the
body are best able to take belt
restraining forces. The shoulder belt locks
if there is a sudden stop or crash.

Warning

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You can be seriously injured, or even
killed, by not wearing your seat belt
properly.

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Never allow the lap or shoulder belt to
become loose or twisted.

Never wear the shoulder belt under both
arms or behind your back.

Always use the correct buckle for your
seating position.

Never route the lap or shoulder belt over an
armrest.

Warning

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The seat belt can be pinched if it is
routed under plastic trim on the seat,
such as trim around the rear seatback
folding handle or side airbag. In a crash,
pinched seat belts might not be able to
provide adequate protection. Never allow
seat belts to be routed under plastic trim
pieces.

Lap-Shoulder Belt

All seating positions in the vehicle have a
lap-shoulder belt.

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The following instructions explain how to
wear a lap-shoulder belt properly.

1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable,
so you can sit up straight. To see how,
see “Seats” in the Index.

2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt
across you. Do not let it get twisted.

The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you
pull the belt across you very quickly.
If this happens, let the belt go back
slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt
across you more slowly.

If the shoulder portion of a passenger
belt is pulled out all the way, the child
restraint locking feature may be

engaged. See Child Restraint Systems
0 67. If this occurs, let the belt go back
all the way and start again. If the
locking feature stays engaged after
letting the belt go back to stowed
position on the seat, move the seat
rearward or recline the seat until the
shoulder belt retractor lock releases.

Engaging the child restraint locking
feature in the front outboard seating
position may affect the passenger
sensing system. See Passenger Sensing
System 0 59.

If the webbing locks in the latch plate
before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch
plate flat to unlock.

3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until
it clicks.

Pull up on the latch plate to make sure
it is secure. If the belt is not long
enough, see Seat Belt Extender 0 52.

Position the release button on the buckle
so that the seat belt could be quickly
unbuckled if necessary.

4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height
adjuster, move it to the height that is
right for you. See “Shoulder Belt Height
Adjuster” later in this section for
instructions on use and important safety
information.

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To unlatch the belt, push the button on the
buckle. The belt should return to its stowed
position.

Always stow the seat belt slowly. If the seat
belt webbing returns quickly to the stowed
position, the retractor may lock and cannot
be pulled out. If this happens, pull the seat
belt straight out firmly to unlock the
webbing, and then release it. If the webbing
is still locked in the retractor, see your
dealer.

5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on
the shoulder belt.

Before a door is closed, be sure the seat belt
is out of the way. If a door is slammed
against a seat belt, damage can occur to
both the seat belt and the vehicle.

Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster

The vehicle has a shoulder belt height
adjuster for the driver and front outboard
passenger seating positions.

Adjust the height so that the shoulder
portion of the belt is on the shoulder and
not falling off of it. The belt should be close
to, but not contacting, the neck. Improper
shoulder belt height adjustment could
reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt in a
crash. See How to Wear Seat Belts Properly
0 48.

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Press and hold the release button while
raising or lowering the height adjuster to
the desired position.

After the height adjuster is set to the
desired position, try to move it down
without pressing the release button to make
sure it has locked into position.

Seat Belt Pretensioners

This vehicle has seat belt pretensioners for
the front outboard occupants. Although the
seat belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they
are part of the seat belt assembly. They can
help tighten the seat belts during the early
stages of a moderate to severe frontal, near
frontal, or rear crash if the threshold
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met. Seat belt pretensioners can also help
tighten the seat belts in a side crash or a
rollover event.

Pretensioners work only once. If the
pretensioners activate in a crash, the
pretensioners and probably other parts of
the vehicle’s seat belt system will need to
be replaced. See Replacing Seat Belt System
Parts after a Crash 0 53.

Do not sit on the outboard seat belt while
entering or exiting the vehicle or at any
time while sitting in the seat. Sitting on the
seat belt can damage the webbing and
hardware.

Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides

Rear seat belt comfort guides may provide
added seat belt comfort for older children
who have outgrown booster seats and for
some adults. When installed on a shoulder
belt, the comfort guide positions the
shoulder belt away from the neck and head.

Second Row Outboard Seating Positions

The vehicle may have comfort guides for the
second row outboard seating positions
available in the glove box or cargo area,
or they are available through your dealer.
Instructions are included with the guides.

Third Row Seating Positions

Comfort guides are available through your
dealer for the third row seating positions.
Instructions are included with the guides.

Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy

Seat belts work for everyone, including
pregnant women. Like all occupants, they
are more likely to be seriously injured if
they do not wear seat belts.

A pregnant woman should wear a
lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should
be worn as low as possible, below the
rounding, throughout the pregnancy.

The best way to protect the fetus is to
protect the mother. When a seat belt is
worn properly, it is more likely that the
fetus will not be hurt in a crash. For
pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to
making seat belts effective is wearing them
properly.

Seat Belt Extender

If the vehicle's seat belt will fasten around
you, you should use it.

But if a seat belt is not long enough, your
dealer will order you an extender. When
you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat
you will wear, so the extender will be long
enough for you. To help avoid personal
injury, do not let someone else use it, and
use it only for the seat it is made to fit. The
extender has been designed for adults.
Never use it for securing child restraints. For
more information on the proper use and fit
of seat belt extenders see the instruction
sheet that comes with the extender.

Safety System Check

Periodically check the seat belt reminder,
seat belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors,
shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped),
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are all in working order. Look for any other
loose or damaged seat belt system parts
that might keep a seat belt system from
performing properly. See your dealer to
have it repaired. Torn, frayed, or twisted
seat belts may not protect you in a crash.
Torn or frayed seat belts can rip apart under
impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed,
have it replaced immediately. If a belt is
twisted, it may be possible to untwist by
reversing the latch plate on the webbing.
If the twist cannot be corrected, ask your
dealer to fix it.

Make sure the seat belt reminder light is
working. See Seat Belt Reminders 0 105.

Keep seat belts clean and dry. See Seat Belt
Care 0 53.

Seat Belt Care

Keep belts clean and dry.

Seat belts should be properly cared for and
maintained.

Seat belt hardware should be kept dry and
free of dust or debris. As necessary, exterior
hard surfaces and seat belt webbing may be
lightly cleaned with mild soap and water.
Ensure there is not excessive dust or debris
in the mechanism. If dust or debris exists in

the system please see the dealer. Parts may
need to be replaced to ensure proper
functionality of the system.

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Do not bleach or dye seat belt webbing.
It may severely weaken the webbing. In
a crash, they might not be able to
provide adequate protection. Clean and
rinse seat belt webbing only with mild
soap and lukewarm water. Allow the
webbing to dry.

Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash

{

A crash can damage the seat belt system
in the vehicle. A damaged seat belt
system may not properly protect the
person using it, resulting in serious injury
or even death in a crash. To help make
sure the seat belt systems are working
properly after a crash, have them
inspected and any necessary
replacements made as soon as possible.

Warning

Warning

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After a minor crash, replacement of seat
belts may not be necessary. But the seat
belt assemblies that were used during any
crash may have been stressed or damaged.
See your dealer to have the seat belt
assemblies inspected or replaced.

New parts and repairs may be necessary
even if the seat belt system was not being
used at the time of the crash.

Have the seat belt pretensioners checked if
the vehicle has been in a crash, or if the
airbag readiness light stays on after you
start the vehicle or while you are driving.
See Airbag Readiness Light 0 105.

Airbag System

The vehicle has the following airbags:

.

A frontal airbag for the driver

.

A frontal airbag for the front outboard
passenger

.

A knee airbag for the driver

.

A front center airbag for the driver and
front outboard passenger

.

A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the
driver

.

A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the
front outboard passenger

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.

A roof-rail airbag for the driver and for
the second and third row passengers
seated directly behind the driver

.

A roof-rail airbag for the front outboard
passenger and the second and third row
passengers seated directly behind the
front outboard passenger

All vehicle airbags have the word AIRBAG on
the trim or on a label near the deployment
opening.

For frontal airbags, the word AIRBAG is on
the center of the steering wheel for the
driver and on the instrument panel for the
front outboard passenger.

For knee airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the
lower part of the instrument panel.

For the front center airbag, the word AIRBAG
is on the inboard side of the driver seatback.

For seat-mounted side impact airbags, the
word AIRBAG is on the side of the seatback
or side of the seat closest to the door.

For roof-rail airbags, the word AIRBAG is on
the ceiling or trim.

Airbags are designed to supplement the
protection provided by seat belts. Even
though today's airbags are also designed to

help reduce the risk of injury from the force
of an inflating bag, all airbags must inflate
very quickly to do their job.

Here are the most important things to know
about the airbag system:

Warning

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You can be severely injured or killed in a
crash if you are not wearing your seat
belt, even with airbags. Airbags are
designed to work with seat belts, not
replace them. Also, airbags are not
designed to inflate in every crash. In
some crashes seat belts are the only
restraint. See When Should an Airbag
Inflate? 0 56.

Wearing your seat belt during a crash
helps reduce your chance of hitting
things inside the vehicle or being ejected
from it. Airbags are “supplemental
restraints” to the seat belts. Everyone in
the vehicle should wear a seat belt
properly, whether or not there is an
airbag for that person.

Warning

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Because airbags inflate with great force
and faster than the blink of an eye,
anyone who is up against, or very close
to any airbag when it inflates can be
seriously injured or killed. Do not sit
unnecessarily close to any airbag, as you
would be if sitting on the edge of the
seat or leaning forward. Seat belts help
keep you in position before and during a
crash. Always wear a seat belt, even with
airbags. The driver should sit as far back
as possible while still maintaining control
of the vehicle. The seat belts and the
front outboard passenger airbags are
most effective when you are sitting well
back and upright in the seat with both
feet on the floor.

Occupants should not lean on or sleep
against the front center armrest or
console in vehicles with a front center
airbag.

Occupants should not lean on or sleep
against the door or side windows in
seating positions with seat-mounted side
impact airbags and/or roof-rail airbags.

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Warning

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Children who are up against, or very
close to, any airbag when it inflates can
be seriously injured or killed. Always
secure children properly in the vehicle. To
read how, see Older Children 0 64 or
Infants and Young Children 0 65.

There is an airbag readiness light on the
instrument cluster, which shows the airbag
symbol.

The system checks the airbag electrical
system for malfunctions. The light tells you
if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag
Readiness Light 0 105.

Where Are the Airbags?

The driver frontal airbag is in the center of
the steering wheel.

The front outboard passenger frontal airbag
is in the passenger side instrument panel.

The driver knee airbag is below the steering
column.

The front center airbag is in the inboard side
of the driver seatback.

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Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar

The seat-mounted side impact airbags for
the driver and front outboard passenger are
in the sides of the seatbacks closest to
the door.

Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar

The roof-rail airbags for the driver, front
outboard passenger, and second and third
row outboard passengers are in the ceiling
above the side windows.

Warning

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If something is between an occupant and
an airbag, the airbag might not inflate
properly or it might force the object into
that person causing severe injury or even
death. The path of an inflating airbag
must be kept clear. Do not put anything
between an occupant and an airbag, and

(Continued)

Warning (Continued)

do not attach or put anything on the
steering wheel hub or on or near any
other airbag covering.

Do not use seat or console accessories
that block the inflation path of a
seat-mounted side impact airbag or the
front center airbag.

Never secure anything to the roof of a
vehicle with roof-rail airbags by routing a
rope or tie-down through any door or
window opening. If you do, the path of
an inflating roof-rail airbag will be
blocked.

When Should an Airbag Inflate?

This vehicle is equipped with airbags. See
Airbag System 0 53. Airbags are designed to
inflate if the impact exceeds the specific
airbag system's deployment threshold.
Deployment thresholds are used to predict
how severe a crash is likely to be in time
for the airbags to inflate and help restrain
the occupants. The vehicle has electronic
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determine the severity of the impact.
Deployment thresholds can vary with
specific vehicle design.

Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in
moderate to severe frontal or near frontal
crashes to help reduce the potential for
severe injuries, mainly to the driver's or
front outboard passenger's head and chest.

Whether the frontal airbags will or should
inflate is not based primarily on how fast
the vehicle is traveling. It depends on what
is hit, the direction of the impact, and how
quickly the vehicle slows down.

Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash
speeds depending on whether the vehicle
hits an object straight on or at an angle,
and whether the object is fixed or moving,
rigid or deformable, narrow or wide.

Frontal airbags are not intended to inflate
during vehicle rollovers, in rear impacts,
or in many side impacts.

In addition, the vehicle has advanced
technology frontal airbags. Advanced
technology frontal airbags adjust the
restraint according to crash severity.

Knee airbags are designed to inflate in
moderate to severe frontal or near frontal
impacts. Knee airbags are not designed to
inflate during vehicle rollovers, in rear
impacts, or in many side impacts.

The front center airbag is designed to inflate
in moderate to severe side crashes
depending upon the location of the impact,
when either side of the vehicle is struck. In
addition, the front center airbag is designed
to inflate when the sensing system predicts
that the vehicle is about to roll over on its
side or in some moderate to severe frontal
or near-frontal impacts. The front center
airbag is not designed to inflate in rear
impacts.

Seat-mounted side impact airbags are
designed to inflate in moderate to severe
side crashes, depending on the location of
the impact. These airbags are also designed
to inflate in some moderate to severe
frontal or near-frontal impacts that could
result in the occupant moving toward the
side of the vehicle. Seat-mounted side
impact airbags are not designed to inflate in
rollovers, or rear impacts. A seat-mounted
side impact airbag is designed to inflate on
the side of the vehicle that is struck.

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Roof-rail airbags are designed to inflate in
moderate to severe side crashes depending
on the location of the impact. In addition,
these roof-rail airbags are designed to inflate
during a rollover or in a severe frontal
impact. Roof-rail airbags are not designed to
inflate in rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags
will inflate when either side of the vehicle is
struck, if the sensing system predicts that
the vehicle is about to roll over on its side,
or in a severe frontal impact.

In any particular crash, no one can say
whether an airbag should have inflated
simply because of the vehicle damage or
repair costs.

What Makes an Airbag Inflate?

In a deployment event, the sensing system
sends an electrical signal triggering a release
of gas from the inflator. Gas from the
inflator fills the airbag causing the bag to
break out of the cover. The inflator, the
airbag, and related hardware are all part of
the airbag module.

For airbag locations, see Where Are the
Airbags? 0 55.

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How Does an Airbag Restrain?

In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal
collisions, even belted occupants can contact
the steering wheel or the instrument panel.
In moderate to severe side collisions, even
belted occupants can contact the inside of
the vehicle.

Airbags supplement the protection provided
by seat belts by distributing the force of the
impact more evenly over the
occupant's body.

Rollover capable roof-rail airbags are
designed to help contain the head and chest
of occupants in the outboard seating
positions in the first, second, and third rows.
The rollover capable roof-rail airbags are
designed to help reduce the risk of full or
partial ejection in rollover events, although
no system can prevent all such ejections.

But airbags would not help in many types
of collisions, primarily because the
occupant's motion is not toward those
airbags. See When Should an Airbag Inflate?
0 56.

Airbags should never be regarded as
anything more than a supplement to seat
belts.

What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?

After frontal, knee, and seat-mounted side
impact airbags inflate, they quickly deflate,
so quickly that some people may not even
realize the airbags inflated. The front center
airbag and roof-rail airbags may still be at
least partially inflated for some time after
they inflate. Some components of the airbag
module may be hot for several minutes. For
location of the airbags, see Where Are the
Airbags? 0 55.

The parts of the airbag that come into
contact with you may be warm, but not too
hot to touch. There may be some smoke
and dust coming from the vents in the
deflated airbags. Airbag inflation does not
prevent the driver from seeing out of the
windshield or being able to steer the
vehicle, nor does it prevent people from
leaving the vehicle.

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When an airbag inflates, there may be
dust in the air. This dust could cause
breathing problems for people with a
history of asthma or other breathing

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trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the
vehicle should get out as soon as it is
safe to do so. If you have breathing
problems but cannot get out of the
vehicle after an airbag inflates, then get
fresh air by opening a window or a door.
If you experience breathing problems
following an airbag deployment, you
should seek medical attention.

The vehicle has a feature that may
automatically unlock the doors, turn on the
interior lamps and hazard warning flashers,
and shut off the fuel system after the
airbags inflate. The feature may also
activate, without airbag inflation, after an
event that exceeds a predetermined
threshold. After turning the ignition off and
then on again, the fuel system will return to
normal operation; the doors can be locked,
the interior lamps can be turned off, and
the hazard warning flashers can be turned
off using the controls for those features.
If any of these systems are damaged in the
crash they may not operate as normal.

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A crash severe enough to inflate the
airbags may have also damaged
important functions in the vehicle, such
as the fuel system, brake and steering
systems, etc. Even if the vehicle appears
to be drivable after a moderate crash,
there may be concealed damage that
could make it difficult to safely operate
the vehicle.

Use caution if you should attempt to
restart the engine after a crash has
occurred.

In many crashes severe enough to inflate
the airbag, windshields are broken by
vehicle deformation. Additional windshield
breakage may also occur from the front
outboard passenger airbag.

.

Airbags are designed to inflate only once.
After an airbag inflates, you will need
some new parts for the airbag system.
If you do not get them, the airbag
system will not be there to help protect
you in another crash. A new system will
include airbag modules and possibly other
parts. The service manual for the vehicle
covers the need to replace other parts.

The vehicle has a crash sensing and
diagnostic module which records
information after a crash. See Vehicle

Data Recording and Privacy 0 371 and
Event Data Recorders 0 372.

.

Let only qualified technicians work on the
airbag systems. Improper service can
mean that an airbag system will not work
properly. See your dealer for service.

Passenger Sensing System

The vehicle has a passenger sensing system
for the front outboard passenger position.
The passenger airbag status indicator will
light on the overhead console when the
vehicle is started.

The words ON and OFF, and the symbols for
on and off, will be visible during the system
check. When the system check is complete,
either the word ON or OFF, and the symbol
for on or off, will be visible. See Passenger
Airbag Status Indicator 0 106.

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The passenger sensing system turns off the
front outboard passenger frontal airbag
under certain conditions. No other airbag is
affected by the passenger sensing system.

The passenger sensing system works with
sensors that are part of the front outboard
passenger seat and seat belt. The sensors
are designed to detect the presence of a
properly seated occupant and determine if
the front outboard passenger frontal airbag
should be allowed to inflate or not.

According to accident statistics, children are
safer when properly secured in a rear seat
in the correct child restraint for their weight
and size.

Whenever possible, children aged 12 and
under should be secured in a rear seating
position.

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
inflates.

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A child in a rear-facing child restraint can
be seriously injured or killed if the
passenger frontal airbag inflates. This is

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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 passenger
frontal airbag inflates and the passenger
seat is in a forward position.

Even if the passenger sensing system has
turned off the passenger frontal airbag,
no system is fail-safe. No one can
guarantee that an airbag will not deploy
under some unusual circumstance, even
though the airbag is turned off.

Never put a rear-facing child restraint in
the front seat, even if the airbag is off.
If securing a forward-facing child restraint
in the front outboard passenger seat,
always move the seat as far back as it
will go. It is better to secure child
restraints in the rear seat. Consider using
another vehicle to transport the child
when a rear seat is not available.

The passenger sensing system is designed to
turn off the front outboard passenger
frontal airbag if:

The front outboard passenger seat is
unoccupied.

.

The system determines an infant is
present in a child restraint.

.

A front outboard passenger takes his/her
weight off of the seat for a period
of time.

.

There is a critical problem with the airbag
system or the passenger sensing system.

When the passenger sensing system has
turned off the front outboard passenger
frontal airbag, the OFF indicator will light
and stay lit as a reminder that the airbag is
off. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
0 106.

The passenger sensing system is designed to
turn on the front outboard passenger frontal
airbag anytime the system senses that a
person of adult size is sitting properly in the
front outboard passenger seat.

When the passenger sensing system has
allowed the airbag to be enabled, the ON
indicator will light and stay lit as a reminder
that the airbag is active.

For some children, including children in child
restraints, and for very small adults, the
passenger sensing system may or may not
turn off the front outboard passenger

frontal airbag, depending upon the person's
seating posture and body build. Everyone in
the vehicle who has outgrown child
restraints should wear a seat belt
properly — whether or not there is an
airbag for that person.

Warning

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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 0 105
for more information, including important
safety information.

If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child
Restraint

The passenger sensing system is designed to
turn off the front outboard passenger
frontal airbag if the system determines that
an infant is present in a child restraint. If a
child restraint has been installed and the ON
indicator is lit:

1. Turn the vehicle off.

2. Remove the child restraint from the
vehicle.

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3. Remove any additional items from the
seat such as blankets, cushions, seat
covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers.

4. Reinstall the child restraint following the
directions provided by the child restraint
manufacturer and refer to Securing Child

Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Rear
Seat) 0 78 or
Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat
Belt in the Front Seat) 0 80.

Make sure the seat belt retractor is
locked by pulling the shoulder belt all
the way out of the retractor when
installing the child restraint, even if the
child restraint is equipped with a seat
belt lock off. When the retractor lock is
set, the belt can be tightened but not
pulled out of the retractor.

5. If, after reinstalling the child restraint
and restarting the vehicle, the ON
indicator is still lit, turn the vehicle off.
Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback
and adjust the seat cushion,
if adjustable, to make sure that the
vehicle seatback is not pushing the child
restraint into the seat cushion.

Also make sure the child restraint is not
trapped under the vehicle head restraint.
If this happens, adjust the head restraint.
See Head Restraints 0 35.

6. Restart the vehicle.

The passenger sensing system may or may
not turn off the airbag for a child in a child
restraint depending upon the child’s size.
It is better to secure the child restraint in a
rear seat. Never put a rear-facing child
restraint in the front seat, even if the ON
indicator is not lit.

If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an
Adult-Sized Occupant

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If a person of adult size is sitting in the
front outboard passenger seat, but the OFF
indicator is lit, it could be because that
person is not sitting properly in the seat or
that the child restraint locking feature is
engaged. Use the following steps to allow
the system to detect that person and enable
the front outboard passenger frontal airbag:

1. Turn the vehicle off.

2. Remove any additional material from the
seat, such as blankets, cushions, seat
covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers.

3. Place the seatback in the fully upright
position.

4. Have the person sit upright in the seat,
centered on the seat cushion, with legs
comfortably extended.

5. If the shoulder portion of the belt is
pulled out all the way, the child restraint
locking feature will be engaged. This
may unintentionally cause the passenger
sensing system to turn the airbag off for
some adult-sized occupants. If this
happens, unbuckle the belt, let the belt
go back all the way, and then buckle the
belt again without pulling the belt out
all the way.

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6. Restart the vehicle and have the person
remain in this position for two to
three minutes after the ON indicator
is lit.

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If the front outboard passenger airbag is
turned off for an adult-sized occupant,
the airbag will not be able to inflate and
help protect that person in a crash,
resulting in an increased risk of serious
injury or even death. An adult-sized
occupant should not ride in the front
outboard passenger seat, if the passenger
airbag OFF indicator is lit.

Additional Factors Affecting System
Operation

Seat belts help keep the passenger in
position on the seat during vehicle
maneuvers and braking, which helps the
passenger sensing system maintain the
passenger airbag status. See “Seat Belts”
and “Child Restraints” in the Index for
additional information about the importance
of proper restraint use.

A thick layer of additional material, such as
a blanket or cushion, or aftermarket
equipment such as seat covers, seat heaters,
and seat massagers can affect how well the
passenger sensing system operates. We
recommend that you not use seat covers or
other aftermarket equipment except when
approved by GM for your specific vehicle.
See Adding Equipment to the
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 63 for more
information about modifications that can
affect how the system operates.

The ON indicator may be lit if an object,
such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag,
laptop, or other electronic device, is put on
an unoccupied seat. If this is not desired,
remove the object from the seat.

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Stowing articles under the passenger seat
or between the passenger seat cushion
and seatback may interfere with the
proper operation of the passenger
sensing system.

Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle

Airbags affect how the vehicle should be
serviced. There are parts of the airbag
system in several places around the vehicle.
Your dealer and the service manual have
information about servicing the vehicle and
the airbag system. To purchase a service
manual, see Publication Ordering
Information 0 369.

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For up to 10 seconds after the vehicle is
turned off and the battery is
disconnected, an airbag can still inflate
during improper service. You can be
injured if you are close to an airbag
when it inflates. Avoid yellow connectors.
They are probably part of the airbag
system. Be sure to follow proper service
procedures, and make sure the person
performing work for you is qualified to
do so.

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Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle

Adding accessories that change the vehicle's
frame, bumper system, height, front end,
or side sheet metal may keep the airbag
system from working properly.

The operation of the airbag system can also
be affected by changing, including
improperly repairing or replacing, any parts
of the following:

.

Airbag system, including airbag modules,
front or side impact sensors, sensing and
diagnostic module, airbag wiring, or front
center console

.

Front seats, including stitching, seams or
zippers

.

Seat belts

.

Steering wheel, instrument panel,
overhead console, ceiling trim, or pillar
garnish trim

.

Inner door seals, including speakers

Your dealer and the service manual have
information about the location of the airbag
modules and sensors, sensing and diagnostic
module, and airbag wiring along with the
proper replacement procedures.

In addition, the vehicle has a passenger
sensing system for the front outboard
passenger position, which includes sensors
that are part of the passenger's seat. The
passenger sensing system may not operate
properly if the original seat trim is replaced
with non-GM covers, upholstery, or trim,
or with GM covers, upholstery, or trim
designed for a different vehicle. Any object,
such as an aftermarket seat heater or a
comfort enhancing pad or device, installed
under or on top of the seat fabric, could
also interfere with the operation of the
passenger sensing system. This could either
prevent proper deployment of the passenger
airbag(s) or prevent the passenger sensing
system from properly turning off the
passenger airbag(s). See Passenger Sensing
System 0 59.

If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail airbags,
see Different Size Tires and Wheels 0 315 for
additional important information.

If the vehicle must be modified because you
have a disability and you have questions
about whether the modifications will affect
the vehicle's airbag system, or if you have
questions about whether the airbag system

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will be affected if the vehicle is modified for
any other reason, call Customer Assistance.
See Customer Assistance Offices 0 364.

Airbag System Check

The airbag system does not need regularly
scheduled maintenance or replacement.
Make sure the airbag readiness light is
working. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 105.

Caution

If an airbag covering is damaged, opened,
or broken, the airbag may not work
properly. Do not open or break the airbag
coverings. If there are any opened or
broken airbag coverings, have the airbag
covering and/or airbag module replaced.
For the location of the airbags, see Where
Are the Airbags? 0 55. See your dealer for
service.

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Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash

Warning

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A crash can damage the airbag systems
in the vehicle. A damaged airbag system
may not properly protect you and your
passenger(s) in a crash, resulting in
serious injury or even death. To help
make sure the airbag systems are
working properly after a crash, have
them inspected and any necessary
replacements made as soon as possible.

If an airbag inflates, you will need to
replace airbag system parts. See your dealer
for service.

If the airbag readiness light stays on after
the vehicle is started or comes on when you
are driving, the airbag system may not work
properly. Have the vehicle serviced right
away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 105.

Child Restraints

Older Children

Older children who have outgrown booster
seats should wear the vehicle’s seat belts.

The manufacturer instructions that come
with the booster seat state the weight and
height limitations for that booster. Use a
booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt until
the child passes the fit test below:

.

Sit all the way back on the seat. Do the
knees bend at the seat edge? If yes,
continue. If no, return to the booster seat.

.

Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. Does the
shoulder belt rest on the shoulder? If yes,
continue. If no, try using the rear seat

belt comfort guide, if available. See “Rear
Seat Belt Comfort Guides” under
Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 49. If a comfort guide
is not available, or if the shoulder belt
still does not rest on the shoulder, then
return to the booster seat.

.

Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the
hips, touching the thighs? If yes, continue.
If no, return to the booster seat.

.

Can proper seat belt fit be maintained for
the length of the trip? If yes, continue.
If no, return to the booster seat.

Q: What is the proper way to wear seat

belts?

A: An older child should wear a lap-shoulder

belt and get the additional restraint a
shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder
belt should not cross the face or neck.
The lap belt should fit snugly below the
hips, just touching the top of the thighs.
This applies belt force to the child's
pelvic bones in a crash. It should never
be worn over the abdomen, which could
cause severe or even fatal internal
injuries in a crash.

Also see “Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides”
under Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 49.

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According to accident statistics, children are
safer when properly restrained in a rear
seating position.

In a crash, children who are not buckled up
can strike other people who are buckled up,
or can be thrown out of the vehicle. Older
children need to use seat belts properly.

Warning

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Never allow more than one child to wear
the same seat belt. The seat belt cannot
properly spread the impact forces. In a
crash, they can be crushed together and
seriously injured. A seat belt must be
used by only one person at a time.

Never allow a child to wear the seat belt
shoulder belt under both arms or behind
their back. A child can be seriously
injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder
belt properly. In a crash, the child would
not be restrained by the shoulder belt.
The child could move too far forward
increasing the chance of head and neck
injury. The child might also slide under
the lap belt. The belt force would then be
applied right on the abdomen. That could
cause serious or fatal injuries. The
shoulder belt should go over the shoulder
and across the chest.

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Warning

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Infants and Young Children

Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This
includes infants and all other children.
Neither the distance traveled nor the age
and size of the traveler changes the need,
for everyone, to use safety restraints. In
fact, the law in every state in the United
States and in every Canadian province says
children up to some age must be restrained
while in a vehicle.

Warning

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Children can be seriously injured or
strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped
around their neck. The shoulder belt can

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tighten but cannot be loosened if it is
locked. The shoulder belt locks when it is
pulled all the way out of the retractor.
It unlocks when the shoulder belt is
allowed to go all the way back into the
retractor, but it cannot do this if it is
wrapped around a child’s neck. If the
shoulder belt is locked and tightened
around a child’s neck, the only way to
loosen the belt is to cut it.

Never leave children unattended in a
vehicle and never allow children to play
with the seat belts.

Every time infants and young children ride
in vehicles, they should have the protection
provided by appropriate child restraints.
Neither the vehicle’s seat belt system nor its
airbag system is designed for them.

Children who are not restrained properly can
strike other people, or can be thrown out of
the vehicle.

Warning

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Never hold an infant or a child while
riding in a vehicle. Due to crash forces, an
infant or a child will become so heavy it
is not possible to hold it during a crash.
For example, in a crash at only
40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) infant
will suddenly become a 110 kg (240 lb)
force on a person's arms. An infant or
child should be secured in an appropriate
child restraint.

Warning

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Children who are up against, or very
close to, any airbag when it inflates can
be seriously injured or killed. Never put a
rear-facing child restraint in the front
passenger seat. Secure a rear-facing child
restraint in a rear seat.

It is also better to secure a forward-facing
child restraint in a rear seat. If a
forward-facing child restraint must be
secured in the front passenger seat,
always move the front passenger seat as
far back as it will go.

If a child restraint is installed in the
second row center seat, move the second
row seat to the rearward position,
whenever possible, to minimize contact
with the front center airbag.

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designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it
is, the child restraint will have a label saying
that it meets federal motor vehicle safety
standards.

The instruction manual that is provided with
the child restraint states the weight and
height limitations for that particular child
restraint. In addition, there are many kinds
of child restraints available for children with
special needs.

{

Child restraints are devices used to restrain,
seat, or position children in the vehicle and
are sometimes called child seats or car seats.

There are three basic types of child
restraints:

.

Forward-facing child restraints

.

Rear-facing child restraints

.

Belt-positioning booster seats

The proper child restraint for your child
depends on their size, weight, and age, and
also on whether the child restraint is
compatible with the vehicle in which it will
be used.

For each type of child restraint, there are
many different models available. When
purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is

To reduce the risk of neck and head
injury in a crash, infants and toddlers
should be secured in a rear-facing child
restraint until age two, or until they
reach the maximum height and weight
limits of their child restraint.

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A young child's hip bones are still so
small that the vehicle seat belt may not
remain low on the hip bones, as it
should. Instead, it may settle up around
the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt
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unprotected by any bony structure. This
alone could cause serious or fatal injuries.
To reduce the risk of serious or fatal
injuries during a crash, young children
should always be secured in an
appropriate child restraint.

Child Restraint Systems

Warning

Warning

Rear-Facing Infant Restraint

A rear-facing child restraint provides
restraint with the seating surface against
the back of the infant.

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The harness system holds the infant in place
and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant
positioned in the restraint.

Forward-Facing Child Restraint

A forward-facing child restraint provides
restraint for the child's body with the
harness.

Booster Seats

A belt-positioning booster seat is used for
children who have outgrown their
forward-facing child restraint. Boosters are
designed to improve the fit of the vehicle's
seat belt system until the child is large
enough for the vehicle seat belts to fit
properly without a booster seat. See the
seat belt fit test in Older Children 0 64.

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 seat 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 restraints 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) 0 71 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 following:

1. Instruction labels provided on the child
restraint

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2. Instruction manual provided with the
child restraint

3. This vehicle owner's 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.

In some areas Certified Child Passenger
Safety Technicians (CPSTs) are available to
inspect and demonstrate how to correctly
use and install child restraints. In the U.S.,
refer to the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) website to locate
the nearest child safety seat inspection
station. For CPST availability in Canada,
check with Transport Canada or the
Provincial Ministry of Transportation office.

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.

Where to Put the Restraint

According to accident statistics, children and
infants are safer when properly restrained in
an appropriate child restraint secured in a
rear seating position.

Whenever possible, children aged 12 and
under should be secured in a rear seating
position.

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The vehicle is equipped with a front center
airbag in the inboard side of the driver seat.
Even with a front center airbag, a child
restraint can be installed in any second row
seating position.

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.

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Warning

{

A child in a rear-facing child restraint can
be seriously injured or killed if the 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 front passenger airbag inflates and
the passenger seat is in a forward
position.

Even if the passenger sensing system has
turned off the 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 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.

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Warning (Continued)

See Passenger Sensing System 0 59 for
additional information.

If a child restraint is installed in a second
row center seat, move the second row
seat to the rearward position, whenever
possible, to minimize contact with the
front center airbag.

When securing a child restraint with the
seat belts in a rear seat position, study the
instructions that came with the child
restraint to make sure it is compatible with
this vehicle.

Child restraints and booster seats vary
considerably in size, and some may fit in
certain seating positions better than others.
Do not install a child restraint in any rear
seating position where it cannot be installed
securely.

Depending on where you place the child
restraint and the size of the child restraint,
you may not be able to access adjacent seat
belts or LATCH anchors for additional
passengers or child restraints. Adjacent

seating positions should not be used if the
child restraint prevents access to or
interferes with the routing of the seat belt.

The seat in front of an installed child
restraint should be adjusted to ensure
proper installation according to the child
restraint manual.

When installing a child restraint in an
adjustable second row seating position, the
seat should be adjusted fore or aft to ensure
proper installation according to the child
restraint manual.

Wherever a child restraint is installed, be
sure to follow the instructions that came
with the child restraint and 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.

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Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)

The LATCH system secures a child restraint
during driving or in a crash. LATCH
attachments on the child restraint are used
to attach the child restraint to the anchors
in the vehicle. The LATCH system is designed
to make installation of a child restraint
easier.

In order to use the LATCH system in your
vehicle, you need a child restraint that has
LATCH attachments. LATCH-compatible
rear-facing and forward-facing child seats can
be properly installed using either the LATCH
anchors or the vehicle’s seat belts. Do not
use both the seat belts and the LATCH
anchorage system to secure a rear-facing or
forward-facing child seat.

Booster seats use the vehicle’s seat belts to
secure the child and the booster seat. If the
manufacturer recommends that the booster
seat be secured with the LATCH system, this
can be done as long as the booster seat can
be positioned properly and there is no
interference with the proper positioning of
the lap-shoulder belt on the child.

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Make sure to follow the instructions that
came with the child 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 seat belts to properly secure
the child restraint. A child restraint must
never be installed using only the top tether.

For a forward-facing 5-pt harness child
restraint where the combined weight of the
child and restraint are up to 29.5 kg (65 lb),
use either the lower LATCH anchorages with
the top tether anchorage, or the seat belt
with the top tether anchorage. Where the
combined weight of the child and restraint
are greater than 29.5 kg (65 lb), use the seat
belt with the top tether anchorage only.

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Restraint Type Combined Weight of

Rear-Facing Child
Restraint

Rear-Facing Child
Restraint

Forward-Facing Child
Restraint

Forward-Facing Child
Restraint

the Child + Child
Restraint

Up to 29.5 kg (65 lb) X X

Greater than

29.5 kg (65 lb)

Up to 29.5 kg (65 lb) X X

Greater than

29.5 kg (65 lb)

Recommended Methods for Attaching Child Restraints

Use Only Approved Attachment Methods Shown with an X

LATCH – Lower

Anchors Only

Seat Belt Only LATCH – Lower

Anchors and Top
Tether Anchor

X

Seat Belt and Top
Tether Anchor

X

See Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat
Belt in the Rear Seat) 0 78 or
Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt
in the Front Seat) 0 80.

Child restraints built after March 2014 will
be labeled with the specific child weight up
to which the LATCH system can be used to
install the restraint.

The following explains how to attach a child
restraint with these attachments in the
vehicle.

Not all vehicle seating positions have lower
anchors. In this case, the seat belt must be
used (with top tether where available) to

secure the child restraint. See Securing Child

Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Rear
Seat) 0 78 or
Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt
in the Front Seat) 0 80.

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Top Tether Anchor

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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 your child
restraint.

Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor
Locations

Lower anchors (1) 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 (2).

A top tether (3, 4) is used to secure the top
of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top
tether anchor is built into the vehicle. The
top tether attachment hook (2) 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 (3) or a dual tether (4). Either will
have a single attachment hook (2) to secure
the top tether to the anchor.

Some child restraints with top tethers are
designed for use with or without the top
tether being attached. Others require the

Second Row — Bucket

I : Seating positions with top tether

anchors.

H : Seating positions with two lower

anchors.

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To assist in locating the top tether anchors,
the top tether anchor symbol is near the
anchor.

Second Row — 60/40 Bench

I : Seating positions with top tether

anchors.

I : Seating positions with top tether

anchors.

Third Row

H : Seating positions with two lower

anchors.

To assist in locating the lower anchors, each
second row anchor position has a label, near
the crease between the seatback and the
seat cushion.

Second Row — Bucket Shown, Bench Similar

The top tether anchors are at the bottom
rear of the seatback for each seating
position in the second row.

Be sure to use an anchor located directly
behind the seating position where the child
restraint will be placed.

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The top tether anchors are on the rear of
the seatback for each seating position in the
third row. Be sure to use an anchor located
directly behind the seating position where
the child restraint will be placed.

For models with a cargo cover, the top
tether anchors are on the back of the rear
seatbacks. Remove the cargo cover before
installing the top tether. The cargo cover
should remain off while the top tether is in
use. Be sure to use an anchor directly
behind the seating position where the child
restraint will be placed.

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 0 69 for
additional information.

Securing a Child Restraint Designed for
the LATCH System

Warning

{

A child could be seriously injured or killed
in a crash if the child restraint is not
properly attached to the vehicle using
either the LATCH anchors or the vehicle
seat belt. Follow the instructions that
came with the child restraint and the
instructions in this manual.

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Warning

{

To reduce the risk of serious or fatal
injuries during a crash, 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.

Warning

{

Children can be seriously injured or
strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped
around their neck. The shoulder belt can
tighten but cannot be loosened if it is
locked. The shoulder belt locks when it is
pulled all the way out of the retractor.
It unlocks when the shoulder belt is
allowed to go all the way back into the
retractor, but it cannot do this if it is
wrapped around a child’s neck. If the
shoulder belt is locked and tightened
around a child’s neck, the only way to
loosen the belt is to cut it.

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Warning (Continued)

Buckle any unused seat belts behind the
child restraint so children cannot reach
them. Pull the shoulder belt all the way
out of the retractor to set the lock, and
tighten the belt behind the child restraint
after the child restraint has been
installed.

Caution

Do not let the LATCH attachments rub
against the vehicle’s seat belts. This may
damage these parts. If necessary, move
buckled seat belts to avoid rubbing the
LATCH attachments.

Do not fold the rear seatback when the
seat is occupied. Do not fold the empty
rear seat with a seat belt buckled. This
could damage the seat belt or the seat.
Unbuckle and return the seat belt to its
stowed position, before folding the seat.

The vehicle is equipped with a front center
airbag in the inboard side of the driver seat.
Even with a front center airbag, a child
restraint can be installed in any second row
seating position. If a child restraint is

installed in a second row center seat, move
the second row seat to the rearward
position, whenever possible, to minimize
contact with the front center airbag.

If you need to secure more than one child
restraint in the rear seat, see Where to Put
the Restraint 0 69.

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 seat belt. 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. To access the lower anchors in the

second row, it may help to recline
the seatback.

Third row seatbacks must be
upright before placing the child
restraint on the seat.

1.3. Put the child restraint on the seat.

1.4. Attach and tighten the lower

attachments on the child restraint
to the lower anchors.

If necessary, adjust the angle of the
second row seatback to achieve a
tight installation. Make sure the
second row bench seatbacks are
aligned at the same angle.

2. If the child restraint manufacturer
recommends that the top tether be
attached, attach and tighten the top
tether to the top tether anchor, if the
vehicle has one. Refer to the child
restraint instructions and the following
steps:

2.1. Find the top tether anchor.

2.2. Route, attach, and tighten the top

tether according to your child
restraint instructions and the
following instructions:

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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.

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 an
adjustable headrest or head
restraint and you are using a dual
tether, raise the headrest or head
restraint and route the tether under
the headrest or head restraint and
around the headrest or head
restraint posts.

If the position being used has an
adjustable headrest or head
restraint and a single tether is
being used, route the tether
between the headrest or head
restraint posts.

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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.

If the position you are using has a
fixed headrest or head restraint and
you are using a single tether, route

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the tether around the inboard or
outboard side of the headrest or
head restraint.

3. Before placing a child in the child
restraint, make sure it is securely held in
place. To check, grasp the child restraint
at the LATCH path and attempt to move
it side to side and back and forth. There
should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of
movement, for proper installation.

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.

Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat)

The vehicle is equipped with a front center
airbag in the inboard side of the driver seat.
Even with a front center airbag, a child
restraint can be installed in any second row
seating position. If you install a child
restraint in a second row center seat, move
the second row seat to the rearward
position, whenever possible, to minimize
contact with the front center airbag.

When securing a child restraint with the
seat belts in a rear seat 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) 0 71 for how and where to
install the child restraint using LATCH. If a
child restraint is secured in the vehicle using
a seat belt and it uses a top tether, see

Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
(LATCH System) 0 71 for top tether anchor

locations.

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
tether 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 or vehicle seat position
does not have the LATCH system, you will
be using the seat belt to secure the child
restraint. Be sure to follow the instructions
that came with the child restraint.

If more than one child restraint needs to be
installed in the rear seat, be sure to read
Where to Put the Restraint 0 69.

1. Put the child restraint on the seat.

2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap
and shoulder portions of the vehicle seat
belt through or around the child
restraint. The child restraint instructions
will show you how.

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3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until
it clicks.

Position the release button on the
buckle, away from the child restraint, so
that the seat belt could be quickly
unbuckled if necessary.

4. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of
the retractor to set the lock. When the
retractor lock is set, the belt can be
tightened but not pulled out of the
retractor.

5. 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.

Try to pull the belt out of the retractor
to make sure the retractor is locked.
If the retractor is not locked, repeat
Steps 4 and 5.

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6. 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) 0 71.

7. Before placing a child in the child
restraint, make sure it is securely held in
place. To check, grasp the child restraint
at the seat belt path and attempt to
move it side to side and back and forth.
When the child restraint is properly
installed, there should be no more than

2.5 cm (1 in) of movement.

To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the
vehicle seat belt and let it return to the
stowed position. If the top tether is attached
to a top tether anchor, disconnect it.

Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat)

This vehicle has airbags. A rear seat is a
safer place to secure a forward-facing child
restraint. See Where to Put the Restraint
0 69.

In addition, the vehicle has a passenger
sensing system which is designed to turn off
the front outboard passenger frontal airbag

under certain conditions. See Passenger

Sensing System 0 59 and
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 106 for

more information, including important
safety information.

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 front
outboard passenger frontal 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 front
outboard passenger frontal airbag inflates
and the passenger seat is in a forward
position.

Even if the passenger sensing system has
turned off the front outboard passenger
frontal airbag, no system is fail-safe. No

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Warning (Continued)

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 front outboard passenger seat,
always move the seat as far back as it
will go. It is better to secure the child
restraint in a rear seat.

See Passenger Sensing System 0 59 for
additional information.

If the child restraint uses a top tether, see

Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
(LATCH System) 0 71 for top tether anchor

locations.

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
tether must be anchored.

In Canada, the law requires that
forward-facing child restraints have a top
tether, and that the tether be attached.

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When using the lap-shoulder belt to secure
the child restraint in this position, follow the
instructions that came with the child
restraint and the following instructions:

1. Move the seat as far back as it will go
before securing the forward-facing child
restraint. Move the seat upward or the
seatback to an upright position,
if needed, to get a tight installation of
the child restraint.

When the passenger sensing system has
turned off the front outboard passenger
frontal airbag, the OFF indicator on the
passenger airbag status indicator should
light and stay lit when you start the
vehicle. See Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator 0 106.

2. Put the child restraint on the seat.

3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap
and shoulder portions of the vehicle seat
belt through or around the child
restraint. The child restraint instructions
will show you how.

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Position the release button on the
buckle, away from the child restraint, so
that the seat belt could be quickly
unbuckled if necessary.

Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if
needed.

5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of
the retractor to set the lock. When the
retractor lock is set, the belt can be
tightened but not pulled out of the
retractor.

4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until
it clicks.

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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.

Try to pull the belt out of the retractor
to make sure the retractor is locked.
If the retractor is not locked, repeat
Steps 5 and 6.

7. Before placing a child in the child
restraint, make sure it is securely held in
place. To check, grasp the child restraint
at the seat belt path and attempt to
move it side to side and back and forth.
When the child restraint is properly
installed, there should be no more than

2.5 cm (1 in) of movement.

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 0 59.

To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the
vehicle seat belt and let it return to the
stowed position.

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Storage

Storage Compartments

Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Glove Box . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . 83

Sunglasses Storage . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Armrest Storage . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Rear Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Additional Storage Features

Cargo Tie-Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Cargo Management System . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Storage Compartments

{

Do not store heavy or sharp objects in
storage compartments. In a crash, these
objects may cause the cover to open and
could result in injury.

Glove Box

Lift up on the glove box lever to open it.

Sunglasses Storage

Roof Rack System

Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

If equipped, sunglasses storage is on the
overhead console. Press the fixed button on
the cover and release to access.

Armrest Storage

Warning

If equipped, the rear seat armrest may have
cupholders. Pull the armrest down to access
the cupholders.

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Rear Storage

The center console has storage under the

There is storage in the floor of the rear
cargo area. Lift the handle to access the
removable cargo management system.

Center Console Storage

The SD card is used for navigation. Do not
remove the card from the holder.

armrest. Pull up the latch and lift to open.

The center console also has the following:

.

A forward bin

.

An open or covered storage bin on the
back of the console

The back center console has a storage bin.
Pull the handle down to access.

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Additional Storage Features

Cargo Tie-Downs

Two cargo tie-downs are located in the rear
compartment of the vehicle. The tie-downs
can be used to secure small loads.

Cargo Management System

Tray Option

Lift the load floor to access the cargo
management system.

The cargo management system is used to
organize storage in the cargo area.

Cargo Management System Tray
Removal

To access the spare tire or the tire sealant
and compressor kit, the cargo management
system tray must be removed.

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1. Turn the right side wing nut to remove.

2. Remove the strap.
Make sure the strap is secure after

service or reinstalling the cargo
management system.

3. Turn the left side wing nut to remove.

4. Remove the small storage bin.

5. Unsnap the hinges on the load floor
from the cargo management system.

6. Pull up to remove the load floor.

7. Lift up on both sides to remove the
cargo management system to access the
spare tire.

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All Terrain

The rear trays do not need to be removed
to access the spare tire.

Rail and Divider Option

Cargo Management System Unlock

Storage 87

Cargo Management System Installation

1. Turn both knobs to the unlock position.

2. Slide the divider along the rail to the
desired position until it clicks into place.

3. Make sure the divider is locked into
place in the rail grooves.

Cargo Management System Lock

4. Turn both knobs to the lock position.

Cargo Management System Removal

1. Turn both knobs to the unlock position.

2. Press the buttons and pull up to remove
the divider.

3. Store the divider outside of the vehicle.

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Roof Rack System

Warning

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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
GM certified accessory carrier.

If equipped, the roof rack can be used to
load items. For roof racks that do not have
crossrails included, GM certified crossrails
can be purchased as an accessory. See your
dealer.

Loading cargo on the roof rack that
weighs more than 100 kg (220 lb) or
hangs over the rear or sides of the
vehicle may damage the vehicle. Do not
load cargo exceeding 100 kg (220 lbs) and
always load cargo so that it rests evenly
between the crossrails and does not block
the vehicle lamps or windows. Fasten the
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,

Caution

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 0 208.

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Controls

Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Heated Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Rear Window Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Clock . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Power Outlets . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . 93

Wireless Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Instrument Cluster (Base and

Midlevel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . 97

Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .......... 101

Trip Odometer . . . . . . ...... . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........ . 102

Fuel Gauge . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

Engine Oil Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . 103

Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . 103

Voltmeter Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . 104

Seat Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Passenger Airbag Status Indicator . . . . . 106

Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check

Engine Light) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . 108

Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . . . . . . .. . 109

Service Electric Parking Brake Light

(Uplevel and Midlevel

Cluster Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 109

Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning

Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 109

Gear Shifting Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Tow/Haul Mode Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Hill Descent Control Light . . . . . . . . . .. . . . 110

Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Light . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Pedestrian Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Traction Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

StabiliTrak OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Traction Control System (TCS)/

StabiliTrak Light . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 112

Engine Coolant Temperature Warning

Light . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 113

Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 113

Security Light . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

Front Fog Lamp Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . 114

Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

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Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 114

Door Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Information Displays

Driver Information Center

(DIC) (Base) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Driver Information Center (DIC)

(Midlevel and Uplevel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

Head-Up Display (HUD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

Vehicle Messages

Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 122

Engine Power Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

Vehicle Personalization

Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . . . ...... . . 123

Universal Remote System

Universal Remote System . . . . . . . . . . . .. . 127

Universal Remote System

Programming . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Universal Remote System Operation . . . 129

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Controls

Steering Wheel Adjustment

Power Tilt and Telescoping Steering Wheel

Heated Steering Wheel

To adjust the power tilt and telescoping
steering wheel, if equipped:

To adjust the steering wheel:

1. Pull the lever down.

2. Move the steering wheel up or down.

3. Pull or push the steering wheel closer or
away from you.

4. Pull the lever up to lock the wheel in
place.

Do not adjust the steering wheel while
driving.

Press the control to move the steering
wheel up and down or forward and
rearward.

Do not adjust the steering wheel while
driving.

Steering Wheel Controls

The infotainment system can be operated
by using the steering wheel controls. See
Steering Wheel Controls 0 140.

( : If equipped, press to turn it on or off.

An indicator light next to the button
displays when the feature is turned on.

The steering wheel takes about
three minutes to start heating.

Automatic Heated Steering Wheel

If equipped with remote start, the heated
steering wheel will turn on automatically
during a remote start along with the heated
seats when it is cold outside. The heated
steering wheel indicator light may not
come on.

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If equipped with auto heated seats, the
heated steering wheel will turn on when the
auto heated seat is activated. The heated
steering wheel indicator will display the
state of the steering wheel heat.

See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 41
and
Vehicle Personalization 0 123.

Horn

Press a on the steering wheel pad to
sound the horn.

Windshield Wiper/Washer

INT : Move the windshield wiper lever to

INT. Turn the band up for more frequent
wipes or down for less frequent wipes.

OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.

1X : For a single wipe, briefly move the

wiper lever down. For several wipes, hold
the wiper lever down.

f : Pull the windshield wiper lever

toward you to spray windshield washer fluid
and activate the windshield wipers. The
wipers will continue until the lever is
released or the maximum wash time is
reached. When the windshield wiper lever is

released, additional wipes may occur
With the ignition on or in ACC/ACCESSORY,
move the windshield wiper lever to select
the wiper speed.

HI : Use for fast wipes.

LO : Use for slow wipes.

depending on how long the windshield

washer had been activated. See Washer

Fluid 0 285 for information on filling the

windshield washer fluid reservoir.

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Warning

{

In freezing weather, do not use the
washer until the windshield is warmed.
Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice
on the windshield, blocking your vision.

Warning

{

Before driving the vehicle, always clear
snow and ice from the hood, windshield,
roof, and rear of the vehicle, including all
lamps and windows. Reduced visibility
from snow and ice buildup could lead to
a crash.

Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades
and windshield before using them. If frozen
to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw
them. Damaged blades should be replaced.
See Wiper Blade Replacement 0 288.

Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper
motor. See Electrical System Overload 0 291.

Wiper Parking

If the ignition is turned off while the wipers
are on LO, HI, or INT, they will
immediately stop.

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If the windshield wiper lever is then moved
to OFF before the driver door is opened or
within 10 minutes, the wipers will restart
and move to the base of the windshield.

If the ignition is turned off while the wipers
are performing wipes due to windshield
washing, the wipers continue to run until
they reach the base of the windshield.

Rear Window Wiper/Washer

The rear window wiper/washer controls are
on the end of the windshield wiper lever.

Turn the controls to adjust the setting.

OFF : Turns the wiper off.

INT : Turns on the rear wiper with a delay

between wipes.

ON : Turns on the rear wiper.

1 : Push the windshield wiper lever

forward to spray washer fluid on the rear
window. The wipers will clear the rear
window and either stop or return to your
preset speed. For more washer cycles, press
and hold the lever.

The rear window wiper/washer will not
operate if the liftgate is open or ajar. If the
liftgate is opened while the rear wiper is on,
the wiper returns to the parked position and
stops.

Rear Wiper Arm Assembly Protection

When using an automatic car wash, move
the rear wiper control to OFF to disable the
rear wiper. In some vehicles, if the
transmission is in N (Neutral) and the
vehicle speed is very slow, the rear wiper
will automatically park.

The wiper operations return to normal when
the transmission is no longer in N (Neutral)
or the vehicle speed has increased.

Reverse Gear Wipes

If the rear wiper control is off, the rear
wiper will automatically operate
continuously when the vehicle is in
R (Reverse) and the front windshield wiper is
performing low or high speed wipes. If the
rear wiper control is off, the vehicle is in

R (Reverse), and the front windshield wiper
is performing interval wipes, then the rear
wiper automatically performs interval wipes.

This feature can be turned on or off. See
Vehicle Personalization 0 123.

The windshield washer reservoir is used for
the windshield and the rear window. Check
the fluid level in the reservoir if either
washer is not working. See Washer Fluid
0 285.

Rear Camera Washer

If equipped, push the windshield wiper lever
forward to spray washer fluid on the rear
camera lens. The lever returns to its starting
position when released. See Rear Camera
Mirror 0 28.

Compass

The vehicle may have a compass display on
the Driver Information Center (DIC). The
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information from the Global Positioning
System (GPS) antenna, StabiliTrak/Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), and vehicle speed
information.

The compass system is designed to operate
for a certain number of miles or degrees of
turn before needing a signal from the GPS
satellites. When the compass display shows
CAL, drive the vehicle for a short distance in
an open area where it can receive a GPS
signal. The compass system will
automatically determine when a GPS signal
is restored and provide a heading again.

Clock

Set the time and date using the
infotainment system. See "Time / Date"
under Settings 0 173.

Power Outlets

Power Outlets 12 Volt Direct Current

The vehicle has two 12-volt outlets that can
be used to plug in electrical equipment, such
as a cell phone or MP3 player.

The power outlets are located:

.

On the center stack below the climate
controls.

.

In the rear cargo area.

Lift the cover to access the outlet and

replace when not in use.

{

Power is always supplied to the rear
cargo power outlet. Do not leave
electrical equipment plugged in when the
vehicle is not in use because the vehicle
could catch fire and cause injury or
death.

Leaving electrical equipment plugged in
for an extended period of time while the
ignition is off will drain the battery.
Always unplug electrical equipment when
not in use and do not plug in equipment
that exceeds the maximum 15 amp
rating.

Certain accessory plugs may not be

compatible with the accessory power outlet

and could overload vehicle and adapter

fuses. If a problem is experienced, see your

dealer.

Warning

Caution

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When adding electrical equipment, be sure
to follow the proper installation instructions
included with the equipment. See Add-On
Electrical Equipment 0 265.

Caution

Hanging heavy equipment from the
power outlet can cause damage not
covered by the vehicle warranty. The
power outlets are designed for accessory
power plugs only, such as cell phone
charge cords.

Power Outlet 110V/120V Alternating
Current

If equipped with this power outlet it can be
used to plug in electrical equipment that
uses a maximum limit of 150 watts.

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(RAP) off and then back on. See Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) 0 216. The power

restarts when equipment using 150 watts or
less is plugged into the outlet and a system
fault is not detected.

The power outlet is not designed for and
may not work properly, if the following are
plugged in:

.

Equipment with high initial peak wattage,
such as compressor-driven refrigerators
and electric power tools

.

The power outlet is on the rear of the
center console.

An indicator light on the outlet turns on to
show it is in use. The light comes on when
the ignition is on, equipment requiring less
than 150 watts is plugged into the outlet,
and no system fault is detected.

The indicator light does not come on when
the ignition is off or if the equipment is not
fully seated into the outlet.

If equipment is connected using more than
150 watts or a system fault is detected, a
protection circuit shuts off the power supply
and the indicator light turns off. To reset
the circuit, unplug the item and plug it back
in or turn the Retained Accessory Power

Other equipment requiring an extremely
stable power supply, such as
microcomputer-controlled electric blankets
and touch sensor lamps

.

Medical equipment

Wireless Charging

If equipped, the vehicle has wireless
charging in the storage bin at the front of
the floor console. The system operates at
145 kHz and wirelessly charges one Qi
compatible smartphone. The power output
of the system is capable of charging at a
rate up to 3 amp (15W), as requested by the
compatible smartphone. See Radio
Frequency Statement 0 370.

Warning

{

Wireless charging can affect the
operation of an implanted pacemaker or
other medical devices. If you have one, it
is recommended to consult with your
doctor before using the wireless charging
system.

The vehicle must be on, in ACC/ACCESSORY,
or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be
active. The wireless charging feature may
not correctly indicate charging when the
vehicle is in RAP. See Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) 0 216.

The operating temperature is −20 °C (−4 °F)
to 60 °C (140 °F) for the charging system
and 0 °C (32 °F) to 35 °C (95 °F) for the
smartphone.

Warning

{

Remove all objects from the charging pad
before charging your compatible
smartphone. Objects, such as coins, keys,
rings, paper clips, or cards, between the
smartphone and charging pad will
become very hot. On the rare occasion

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that the charging system does not detect
an object, and the object gets wedged
between the smartphone and charger,
remove the smartphone and allow the
object to cool before removing it from
the charging pad, to prevent burns.

To charge a compatible smartphone:

1. Remove all objects from the charging
pad. The system may not charge if there
are any objects on the charging pad.

2. Place the smartphone face up on the
charging pad.

To maximize the charge rate, ensure the
smartphone is fully seated and centered
in the holder with nothing under it.
A thick smartphone case may prevent
the wireless charger from working,
or may reduce the charging performance.
See your dealer for additional
information.

3. A green

Software Acknowledgements

Certain Wireless Charging Module product
from LG Electronics, Inc. ("LGE") contains the
open source software detailed below. Refer

$ will display next to the V on

infotainment display. This indicates that
the smartphone is properly positioned

and charging. If
that the charging pad is clear of any
objects and that the smartphone is
capable of wireless charging before
repositioning it. This may require
rotating the phone 180 degrees and
waiting 3 seconds before placing/aligning
the smartphone on the pad again. The
smartphone may become warm during
charging. This is normal. In warmer
temperatures, the speed of charging may
be reduced.

$ turns yellow ensure

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to the indicated open source licenses (as are
included following this notice) for the terms
and conditions of their use.

OSS Notice Information

To obtain the source code that is contained
in this product, please visit http://
opensource.lge.com. In addition to the
source code, all referred license terms,
warranty disclaimers and copyright notices
are available for download. LG Electronics
will also provide open source code to you
on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of
performing such distribution (such as the
cost of media, shipping, and handling) upon
email request to [e-mail]. This
offer is valid for three (3) years from the
date on which you purchased the product.

Freescale-WCT library

Copyright (c) 2012-2014 Freescale
Semiconductor, Inc.. All rights reserved.

1. Redistributions of source code must
retain the above copyright notice, this
list of conditions and the following
disclaimer.

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other materials provided with the
distribution.

3. Neither the name of the copyright holder
nor the names of its contributors may be
used to endorse or promote products
derived from this software without
specific prior written permission.

THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE
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DAMAGE.

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.

Some warning lights come on briefly when
the engine is started to indicate they are
working. 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. Waiting to do repairs
can be costly and even dangerous.

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Instrument Cluster (Base and Midlevel)

Base Level and Midlevel English Shown, Metric Similar

1. Fuel Gauge 0 102

2. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

0 103

3. Speedometer 0 101

4. Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base)

0 115 or
Driver Information Center (DIC)
(Midlevel and Uplevel) 0 117

5. Tachometer 0 102

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Base Cluster Menu

There is an interactive display area in the
center of the instrument cluster.

Use the right steering wheel control to open
and scroll through the different items and
displays.

Press

o to access the cluster applications.

Use

w or x through the list of available

applications. Not all applications will be
available on all vehicles.

.

Info App. This is where the selected Driver
Information Center (DIC) displays can be
viewed. See “Driver Information Center
(DIC) (Base and Midlevel)” in the Index.

.

Options

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Options

V to select the Options app, then

Press
press

p to enter the Options menu. Use w

or x to scroll through items in the
Options menu.

Units : Press
enter the Units menu. Choose English or
Metric units by pressing
desired item is highlighted.

Info Pages : Press
displayed to enter the Info Pages menu and
select the items to be displayed in the
Info app.

Speed Warning : The Speed Warning display
allows you to set a speed not to be

exceeded. To set, press
Warning is displayed.

Scroll
to set the speed.

Once the speed is set, this feature can be
turned off by pressing
page. If the selected speed limit is exceeded,

a pop-up warning is displayed with a chime.

p while Units is displayed to

V while the

p while Info Pages is

p when Speed

w or x to adjust the value. Press V

V while viewing this

Midlevel Cluster Menu

There is an interactive display area in the
center of the instrument cluster.

Use the right steering wheel control to open
and scroll through the different items and
displays.

Press

o or p to change between the

cluster applications. Use
through the list of available features within
each application. Not all applications will be
available on all vehicles. Some may be
temporarily restricted when the vehicle is
off or in ACC/ACCESSORY.

.

Home Page

w or x to scroll

.

Info App. This is where the selected Driver
Information Center (DIC) displays can be
viewed. See “Driver Information Center
(DIC) (Base and Midlevel)” in the Index.

.

Audio

.

Navigation

.

Phone

.

Options

Home

Information displayed here can be
customized from the Options menu.

Speedometer : Displays how fast the vehicle
is moving in either kilometers per hour
(km/h) or miles per hour (mph).

Speed Sign : Shows sign information, which
comes from a roadway database in the
onboard navigation, if equipped.

Time : Displays the current time.

Fuel Range : Displays the approximate

distance the vehicle can be driven without
refueling. The fuel range estimate is based
on an average of the vehicle’s fuel economy
over recent driving history and the amount
of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. Fuel
range cannot be reset.

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Audio

Use w or x to scroll through options,
browse for music, select from favorites,
or change the audio source. In the main
view, scroll to change the station or go to
the next or previous track.

Navigation

In the Navigation menu, if there is no active
route, press
Favorites. If there is an active route, press
to cancel or resume route guidance, mute or

unmute voice guidance, or access Recents or
Favorites.

V to access Recents or

Phone

In the Phone menu, if there is no active
phone call, view recent calls, scroll through
contacts, select from the favorites, or change
the phone source. If there is an active call,
mute the phone or switch to handset
operation.

Options

Use w or x to scroll through items in the
Options menu. Press
Press

o to exit the item.

V to select the item.

Units : Choose US or Metric units. A selected
mark will be displayed next to the
selected item.

Info Page Options : Select the items to be
displayed in the Info app. A selected mark
will be displayed next to the selected item.

Home Page Options : Select the available
elements to display. Not all elements will be
available on all vehicles: Speedometer,
Active Safety, Speed Sign, Time, and Fuel
Range.

V

Speed Warning : Allows you to set a speed
not to be exceeded. To set, press
Speed Warning is displayed. Use
to adjust the value. Press V to set the
speed. Once the speed is set, this feature
can be turned off by pressing the
viewing this page. If the selected speed limit

is exceeded, a pop-up warning is displayed
with a chime.

Software Information : Displays open source
software information.

Instruments and Controls 99

V when

w or x

V while