Jeep Patriot 2012 User Manual

User Guide

2012

Patriot

If you are the first registered retail owner of your
vehicle, you may obtain a complimentary printed
copy of the Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Media
Center Manuals or Warranty Booklet by calling
1-877-426-5337 (U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada)
or by contacting your dealer.

The driver’s primary responsibility
is the safe operation of the
vehicle. Driving while distracted
can result in loss of vehicle
control, resulting in a collision and
personal injury. Chrysler Group
LLC strongly recommends that
the driver use extreme caution
when using any device or feature
that may take their attention off
the road. Use of any electrical
devices such as cell phones,
computers, portable radios,
vehicle navigation or other
devices by the driver while the

vehicle is moving is dangerous
and could lead to a serious
collision. Texting while driving is
also dangerous and should never
be done while the vehicle is
moving. If you find yourself
unable to devote your full
attention to vehicle operation,
pull off the road to a safe location
and stop your vehicle. Some
States or Provinces prohibit the
use of cellular telephones or
texting while driving. It is always
the driver’s responsibility to
comply with all local laws.

Important:

This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with the important features
of your vehicle. The DVD enclosed contains your Owner’s Manual,
Navigation/Media Center Manuals, Warranty Booklets, Tire Warranty
and 24-Hour Towing Assistance (new vehicles purchased in the U.S.) or
Roadside Assistance (new vehicles purchased in Canada) in electronic
format. We hope you find it useful. Replacement DVD kits may be
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME

Welcome From Chrysler Group LLC

..2

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

Driver Cockpit ..............4

Instrument Cluster ............6

GETTING STARTED

KeyFob ..................8

Remote Start ...............8

Theft Alarm ................9

Seat Belt ..................9

Supplemental Restraint

System (SRS) — Air Bags ...... 10

Child Restraints .............11

FrontSeats ................13

RearSeats................ 14

HeatedSeats ...............15

Tilt Steering Column ......... 16

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

Engine Break-In

Recommendations ............17

Turn Signal/Lights Lever ........18

Wiper/Washer Lever ......... 19

Speed Control .............20

Continuously Variable Automatic

Transmission (CVT) ...........21

Manual Climate Controls .......22

Automatic Temperature

Controls (ATC) .............23

Power Sunroof .............24

Wind Buffeting .............25

ELECTRONICS

Your Vehicle's Sound System ....26

Media Center 130

(Sales Code RES) ...........28

Media Center 130 With Satellite
Radio (Sales Code RES + RSC) . . . 30
Media Center 230

(Sales Code REQ) ...........32

Media Center 430/430N

(Sales Code RBZ/RHB) ........35

Sirius XM™Satellite Radio/

Travel Link ................44

Steering Wheel Audio Controls . . . 48

iPod®/USB/MP3 Control .......48

Uconnect™ Phone ...........49

Uconnect™ Voice Command .....53

Bluetooth® Streaming Audio .....55

Electronic Vehicle Information

Center (EVIC) .............55

Programmable Features .......56

Universal Garage Door Opener

(HomeLink®) ..............57

PowerInverter .............60

Power Outlet .............. 61

OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES

Four-Wheel Drive Operation .....62

UTILITY

Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum

Trailer Weight Ratings) ........64

Recreational Towing (Behind

Motorhome, Etc.) ...........65

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

24-Hour Towing Assistance .....66

Instrument Cluster Warning

Lights ..................66

If Your Engine Overheats .......70

Automatic Transmission

Overheating ...............71

Jacking And Tire Changing ......71

Jump-Starting Procedures ......76

Shift Lever Override ..........79

Towing A Disabled Vehicle ......80

Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ........81

Event Data Recorder (EDR) .....82

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Opening The Hood ..........83

Engine Compartment .........84

Fluids And Capacities .........86

Maintenance Chart ..........88

Fuses ................... 91

TirePressures..............93

Wheel And Wheel Trim Care .....94

Exterior Bulbs .............94

CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

Chrysler Group LLC Customer

Center ..................95

Chrysler Canada Inc. Custome

rCenter .................95

Assistance For The Hearing

Impaired .................95

Publications Ordering .........95

Reporting Safety Defects In
The 50 United States

And Washington, D.C. .........96

MOPAR ACCESSORIES

Authentic Accessories

ByMOPAR®...............97

INDEX

.................98

FAQ(HowTo?)

Frequently Asked Questions .....101

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME

WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC

Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be
assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and
high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles.

Your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle has characteristics to enhance the
driver's control under some driving conditions. These are to assist the driver
and are never a substitute for attentive driving. They can never take the
driver's place. Always drive carefully.

Your new vehicle has many features for the comfort and convenience of you
and your passengers. Some of these should not be used when driving
because they take your eyes from the road or your attention from driving.
Never text while driving or take your eyes more than momentarily off the
road.

This guide illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment
that are either standard or optional on this vehicle. This guide may also
include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available
or were not ordered on this vehicle. Please disregard any features and
equipment described in this guide that are not available on this vehicle.
Chrysler Group LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and
specifications and/or make additions to or improvements to its products
without imposing any obligation upon itself to install them on products
previously manufactured.

This User Guide has been prepared to help you quickly become acquainted
with the important features of your vehicle. It contains most things you will
need to operate and maintain the vehicle, including emergency information.

The DVD includes a computer application containing detailed owner's
information which can be viewed on a personal computer or MAC computer.
The multimedia DVD also includes videos which can be played on any
standard DVD player (including the Media Center Touch-Screen Radios).
Additional DVD operational information is located on the back of the DVD
sleeve.

For complete owner information, refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD
in the owner’s kit provided at the time of new vehicle purchase. For your

convenience, the information contained on the DVD may also be printed and
saved for future reference.

Chrysler Group LLC is committed to protecting our environment and natural
resources. By converting from paper to electronic delivery for the majority of
the user information for your vehicle, together we greatly reduce the
demand for tree-based products and lessen the stress on our environment.

Vehicles Sold In Canada

With respect to any vehicles sold in Canada, the name Chrysler Group LLC
shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in
substitution therefore.

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INTRODUCTION/WELCOME

Rollover Warning

WARNING!

• Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and
increase the risk of serious personal injury.

• Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well
while the vehicle is moving. Objects can become trapped under the
brake pedal and accelerator pedal causing a loss of vehicle control.

• Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or mounting can
cause interference with the brake pedal and accelerator pedal
operation causing loss of control of the vehicle.

• Never use the ‘PARK’ position as a substitute for the parking brake.
Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against
vehicle movement and possible injury or damage.

• Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.

USE OF AFTERMARKET PRODUCTS (ELECTRONICS)

The use of aftermarket devices including cell phones, MP3 players, GPS
systems, or chargers may affect the performance of on-board wireless
features including Keyless Enter-N-Go™ and Remote Start range. If you are
experiencing difficulties with any of your wireless features, try disconnecting
your aftermarket devices to see if the situation improves. If your symptoms
persist, please see an authorized dealer.

CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP, RAM TRUCK, ATF+4, MOPAR and Uconnect are
registered trademarks of Chrysler Group LLC.

COPYRIGHT ©2012 CHRYSLER GROUP LLC

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CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

DRIVER COCKPIT

4

K. Speed Control pg. 20

L. Tilt Steering Column Lever pg. 16

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

M. Power Mirrors

N. Power Door Locks

O. Power Windows

G. Climate Controls pg. 22

H. Power Outlet/Cigar Lighter pg. 61

A. Turn Signal/Lights Lever pg. 18

B. Electronic Vehicle Information

I. Transmission Gear Selector

Center (EVIC) Controls pg. 55

C. Electronic Vehicle Information

− Heated Seat Switches pg. 15

J. SWITCH PANEL

Center (EVIC) Display pg. 55

pg. 66

− Electronic Stability Control

− Hazard Switch

radio shown) pg. 26

D. Instrument Cluster pg. 6

E. Wiper/Washer Lever pg. 19

F. Audio System (non-touch-screen-

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CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

Warning Lights

- Low Fuel Warning Light

- Charging System Light**

- Oil Pressure Warning Light**

- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light**

- Air Bag Warning Light**

- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light

- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light

- Engine Temperature Warning Light

- Transmission Temperature Warning Light

- Seat Belt Reminder Light

BRAKE

4WD!

(See page 66 for more information.)

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- Brake Warning Light**

- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)**

- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/Malfunction
Indicator Light**

- 4WD System Fault Indicator Light**

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

Indicators

- Turn Signal Indicators

- High Beam Indicator

- Front Fog Light Indicator

- Vehicle Security Indicator*

4WD

CRUISE

OFF ROAD - OFF ROAD Indicator

Odometer Messages

door - Door Ajar LoW tirE - Low Tire Pressure
gATE - GateAjar CHANgE OIL* - Change Engine Oil
gASCAP - Fuel Cap Fault

* If equipped
** Bulb Check with Key On

- 4WD Indicator

- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Indicator

- Speed Control Indicator

- Hill Descent Control Indicator

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GETTING STARTED

KEY FOB

Locking And Unlocking The Doors/Liftgate

• Press the LOCK button once to
lock all the doors and the liftgate.
Press the UNLOCK button once to
unlock the driver’s door only and
twice within five seconds to
unlock all the doors and liftgate.

• All doors can be programmed to unlock on the first press of the
UNLOCK button. Refer to Programmable Features in this guide.

Panic Alarm

• Press the PANIC button once to turn the panic alarm on.

• Wait approximately three seconds and press the button a second time to
turn the panic alarm off.

WARNING!

Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be severely injured or killed. Children
should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal, or the
shift lever. Do not leave the key in the ignition. A child could operate
power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.

REMOTE START

NOTE: The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic transaxle to be
equipped with Remote Start.

• Press the REMOTE START button
seconds. Pressing the REMOTE START button a third time shuts the
engine off.

• To drive the vehicle, press the UNLOCK button, insert the key in the
ignition and turn to the ON/RUN position.

• With remote start, the engine will only run for 15 minutes (timeout)
unless the ignition key is placed in the ON/RUN position.

• The vehicle must be started with the key after two consecutive timeouts.

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GETTING STARTED

WARNING!

• Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area.
Exhaust gas contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is odorless and
colorless. Carbon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious
injury or death when inhaled.

• Keep Key Fob transmitters away from children. Operation of the
Remote Start System, windows, door locks or other controls could
cause serious injury or death.

THEFT ALARM

To Arm

• Press the Key Fob LOCK button or the power door lock switch while the
door is open.

To Disarm

• Press the Key Fob UNLOCK button or turn the ignition to the ON/RUN
position.

SEAT BELT

• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt
properly.

• Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove
slack in the lap portion, pull up a bit on the shoulder belt. To loosen the
lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A
snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision.

• Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not
resting on your neck. The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt.

• A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during
a collision. You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not
wear your shoulder belt. The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used
together.

• A belt that is too loose will not protect you properly. In a sudden stop
you could move too far forward, increasing the possibility of injury. Wear
your seat belt snugly.

• A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no
protection. Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays,
or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not
disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies must be
replaced after a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn
webbing, etc.).

• The seat belts for both front seating positions are equipped with
pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat
belt in the event of a collision.

• A deployed pretensioner or a deployed air bag must be replaced
immediately.

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WARNING!

In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater
injuries if you are not buckled up properly. You can strike the interior
of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the
vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up
properly.

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) — AIR BAGS

• This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and right
front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint system. The
Advanced Front Air Bags will not deploy in every type of collision.

• Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide additional protection
by supplementing the seat belts in certain frontal collisions depending
on the severity and type of collision. Advanced Front Air Bags are not
expected to reduce the risk of injury in rear, side, or rollover collisions.

• This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable
Curtains to protect the driver, front and rear passengers sitting next to a
window.

• This vehicle may be equipped with Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air
Bags to provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant during
a side impact.

• If the Air Bag Warning Light
turns on while driving, have the vehicle serviced by an authorized service
center immediately.

• Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details regarding the
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).

is not on during starting, stays on, or

WARNING!

• Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a
collision. The air bags work with your seat belt to restrain you
properly. In some collisions, the air bags won't deploy at all. Always
wear your seat belts even though you have air bags.

• Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during
Advanced Front Air Bag deployment could cause serious injury,
including death. Air bags need room to inflate. Sit back, comfortably
extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument
panel.

• Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains and Supplemental
Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags need room to inflate. Do not lean
against the door or window. Sit upright in the center of the seat.

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WARNING! (Continued)

• Being too close to the Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain
and/or Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag during deployment could cause
you to be severely injured or killed.

• Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have deployed. If you
are involved in another collision, the air bags will not be in place to
protect you.

• After any collision, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized
dealer immediately.

CHILD RESTRAINTS

• Children 12 years and under should ride properly buckled up in a rear
seat, if available. According to crash statistics, children are safer when
properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front.

• Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that
small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the law, and you
can be prosecuted for ignoring it.

Installing The LATCH - Compatible Child Restraint System

• Your vehicle's second row passenger seats are equipped with the child
restraint anchorage system called LATCH, which stands for Lower
Anchors and Tether for CHildren. LATCH child restraint anchorage
systems are installed at all three rear seating positions.

• The rear outboard seating positions have lower anchors, and all three
rear seating positions have top tether anchors.

• Child seats with fixed lower attachments must be installed in the
outboard positions only. Child seats with flexible lower attachments can
be used in all three seating positions.

• NEVER install LATCH-compatible child seats such that two seats share a
common lower anchorage.

• Loosen the child seat adjusters on
the lower straps and tether straps
so that you can attach the hook or
connector to the lower and tether
anchorages more easily.

• Attach the lower hooks or
connectors over the top of the
seatcover material.

• The tether strap should be routed under the center of the head restraint
and attached to the tether anchor on the rear of the seatback.

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• Tighten all three straps as you
push the child restraint rearward
and downward into the seat.

Installing The Child Restraint Using The Vehicle Seat Belts

• To install a child restraint, first, pull enough of the seat belt webbing from
the retractor to route it through the belt path of the child restraint and
slide the latch plate into the buckle.

• Next, extract all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor and then allow
the belt to retract into the retractor. Finally, pull on any excess webbing
to tighten the lap portion around the child restraint. Any seat belt system
will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally, and pull it tight if
necessary.

• Once you have completed securing the child restraint with the seat belt,
secure the top tether strap. The tether strap should be routed over the
center top of the head restraint.

WARNING!

• In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a
projectile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an
infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold
the child, no matter how strong you are. The child and others could
be severely injured or killed. Any child riding in your vehicle should
be in a proper restraint for the child's size.

• Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages
can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. The child could be
severely injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions
exactly when installing an infant or child restraint.

• An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head
motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchor
positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint
top tether strap.

• Rearward-facing child seats must never be used in the front seat of
a vehicle with a front passenger air bag. An air bag deployment
could cause infants in this position to be severely injured or killed.

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FRONT SEATS

Power Seats

• The power seat switch is located
on the outboard side of the seat
near the floor. Use the switch to
move the seat up, down, forward,
rearward, or to tilt the seat.

Manual Seat Adjustment

Forward/Rearward

• Lift up on the adjusting bar
located at the front of the seat
near the floor and release at the
desired position.

GETTING STARTED

Recliner

• Lift the recliner handle located on
the outboard side of the seat, lean
back and release at the desired
position.

Driver’s Seat Height Adjustment

• The height adjustment lever is
located on the outboard side of
the seat. Raise the lever to raise
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the seat.

Lumbar Support

• The lumbar lever is on the outboard side of the seatback. Rotate the
lumbar lever downward to increase the lumbar support or upward to
decrease the lumbar support as desired.

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Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat

• The front passenger seat can be
folded flat. Pull up on the recliner
handle, to the full upward position,
to fold down the seatback.

CAUTION!

DO NOT place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to
move as it may cause damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may
become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat’s
path.

WARNING!

• Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The
sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The
seat belt might not be properly adjusted, and you could be severely
injured or killed. Only adjust a seat while the vehicle is parked.

• Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the seat belt is no
longer resting against your chest. In a collision, you could slide
under the seat belt and be severely injured or killed. Use the recliner
only when the vehicle is parked.

REAR SEATS

Folding Rear Seatback

• To fold each rear seatback, pull
the strap forward to move the
seatback forward and flat.

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Reclining Rear Seatback

• To recline each rear seatback, pull t he strap forward just enough to
release the seatback latch. Then push the seatback to a reclined position,
approximately 35 degrees maximum, and release the strap.

WARNING!

Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the
seatback is not securely locked into position, the seat will not provide
the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly
latched seat could cause serious injury.

HEATED SEATS

Front Heated Seats

• The controls for the front heated
seats are located on the center
instrument panel area.

• Press the switch once to select
High-level heating. Press the
switch a second time to select
Low-level heating. Press the
switch a third time to shut the
heating elements Off.

• If the High-level setting is selected, the system will automatically switch
to Low-level after approximately 60 minutes. The Low-level setting will
turn Off automatically after approximately 45 minutes.

WARNING!

• Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of
advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury,
medication, alcohol use, exhaustion or other physical conditions
must exercise care when using the seat heater. It may cause burns
even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time.

• Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such
as a blanket or cushion. This may cause the seat heater to overheat.
Sitting in a seat that has been overheated could cause serious burns
due to the increased surface temperature of the seat.

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TILT STEERING COLUMN

• The tilt lever is located on the
steering column, below the turn
signal lever.

• Push down on the lever to unlock
the steering column.

• With one hand firmly on the
steering wheel, move the steering
column up or down as desired.

• Pull upward on the lever to lock
the column firmly in place.

WARNING!

Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the
steering column while driving, or driving with the steering column
unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Be sure
the steering column is locked before driving your vehicle. Failure to
follow this warning may result in severe injury or death.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS

• A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain
(transmission and axle) in your vehicle.

• Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial
60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are
desirable.

• While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local
traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. Wide-open throttle
acceleration in low gear can be detrimental and should be avoided.

• The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high-quality
energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes should be consistent with
anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur.
For the recommended viscosity and quality grades, refer to “Maintaining
Your Vehicle”.

NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand
miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be considered a normal part of
the break-in and not interpreted as an indication of difficulty.

CAUTION!

Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or
damage may result.

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TURN SIGNAL/LIGHTS LEVER

Headlights/Parking Lights

• Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent for parking lights
and to the second detent for headlights .

Instrument Panel Dimmer

• Rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme bottom position to
fully dim the instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from
illuminating when a door is opened.

• Rotate the center portion of the lever up to increase the brightness of
the instrument panel lights when the parking lights or headlights are on.

• Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the next detent position
to brighten the odometer and radio controls when the parking lights or
headlights are on.

• Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the last detent to turn
on the interior lighting.

Flash To Pass

• Pull the lever toward you to activate the high beams. The high beams will
remain on until the lever is released.

High Beam Operation

• Push the lever forward to activate the high beams.

NOTE: For safe driving, turn off the high beams when oncoming traffic is
present to prevent headlight glare and as a courtesy to other motorists.

Fog Lights

• Turn on the parking lights or low beam headlights and pull out the end of
the lever.

Turn Signals/Lane Change Assist

• Tap the lever up or down once and the turn signal (right or left) will flash
three times and automatically turn off.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

WIPER/WASHER LEVER

Front Wipers

Intermittent, Low And High Operation

• Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent position for one of five
intermittent settings, the second detent for low wiper operation and the
third detent for high wiper operation.

Washer Operation

• Pull the lever toward you and hold for as long as spray is desired.

Mist

• Pull down on the lever and release when a single wipe is desired.

NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer pump; therefore, no
washer fluid will be sprayed on the windshield. The wash function must be
activated in order to spray the windshield with washer fluid.

Rear Wiper

Wiper Operation

• Rotate the center portion of the lever forward to the first detent for rear
wiper operation.

Washer Operation

• Rotate the center portion of the lever past the first detent to activate the
rear washer.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

SPEED CONTROL

• The speed control switches are
located on the steering wheel.

Cruise ON/OFF

• Push the ON/OFF switch to
activate the Speed Control.

• The cruise symbol
on the instrument cluster to
indicate the Speed Control is on.

• Push the ON/OFF switch a second
time to turn the system off.

Set

• With the Speed Control on, push and release the SET switch to set a
desired speed.

Accel/Decel

• Push and hold the RESUME/ACCEL switch to accelerate or push and
hold the DECEL switch to decelerate the vehicle; release the switch to
save the new set speed.

• Once a speed is set, pushing the RESUME/ACCEL switch once or the
DECEL switch once will increase or decrease the set speed
approximately 1 mph (2 km/h).

Resume

• To resume a previously selected set speed in memory, push the
RESUME/ACCEL switch and release.

Cancel

• Push the CANCEL switch or apply the brakes to cancel the set speed and
maintain the set speed memory.

• Push the ON/OFF switch to turn the system off and erase the set speed
memory.

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WARNING!

• Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is
dangerous. You could accidentally set the system or cause it to go
faster than you want. You could lose control and have a collision.
Always leave the Electronic Speed Control system off when you are
not using it.

• Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system
cannot maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could go too fast for
the conditions, and you could lose control. A collision could be the
result. Do not use Electronic Speed Control in heavy traffic or on
roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered or slippery.

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (CVT)

• While conventional automatic transmissions typically have 4, 5 or 6
speeds, the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) has an infinite
number of speeds. This allows it to adjust to exactly the right ratio to
optimize performance and fuel economy.

• Under hard acceleration, you may hear more engine noise than with a
conventional transmission. The CVT may also occasionally feel like it is
“shifting.” These characteristics are perfectly normal and contribute to
the CVT's efficiency.

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MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS

Air Recirculation

• Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation.

• For window defogging, turn the recirculation button off.

• Recirculation is not allowed in defrost, floor, defrost/floor (mix) modes.

Heated Mirrors

• The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated
whenever you turn on the rear window defroster.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC)

Automatic Operation

• Turn the Mode and Blower Controls to the AUTO position.

• Select the desired temperature by rotating the Temperature Control.

• The system will maintain the set temperature automatically.

Air Conditioning

• If the air conditioning button is pressed while in the AUTO mode, the
indicator light may flash three times to indicate the cabin air is being
controlled automatically.

Air Recirculation

• Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation.

• For window defogging, turn the air recirculation button off.

• If the recirculation button is pressed while in the AUTO mode, the
indicator light may flash three times to indicate the cabin air is being
controlled automatically.

Heated Mirrors

• The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated
whenever you turn on the rear window defroster.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

POWER SUNROOF

• The power sunroof switch is located on the overhead console.

Opening Sunroof

Express

• Press the switch rearward and release. The sunroof will fully open and
stop automatically.

Closing Sunroof

Express

• Press the switch forward and release. The sunroof will close
automatically from any position.

Manual Open/Close

• Press and hold the switch rearward to open or forward to close the
sunroof. Any release of the switch will stop the movement, and the
sunroof will remain in a partially open or closed position until the switch
is pressed again.

Venting Sunroof

• Press and release the "VENT" button, and the sunroof will open to the
vent position. This is called “Express Vent” and will occur regardless of
sunroof position. During Express Vent operation, any movement of the
switch will stop the sunroof.

Pinch Protection Feature

• This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the sunroof
during Express Close operation. If an obstruction in the path of the
sunroof is detected, the sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the
obstruction if this occurs. Next, press the switch forward and release to
Express Close.

NOTE: If three consecutive sunroof close attempts result in Pinch Protect
reversals, the fourth close attempt will be a Manual Close movement with
Pinch Protect disabled.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING!

• Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch.
Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped
by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch.
Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death.

• In a collision, there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle
with an open sunroof. You could also be severely injured or killed.
Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passengers
are properly secured.

• Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof. Never allow your
fingers, other body parts, or any object to project through the
sunroof opening. Injury may result.

WIND BUFFETING

• Wind buffeting can be described as a helicopter-type percussion sound.
If buffeting occurs with the rear windows open, adjust the front and rear
windows together.

• If buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening, or
adjust any window. This will minimize buffeting.

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ELECTRONICS

YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM

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ELECTRONICS

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ELECTRONICS

Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES)

NOTE:

• Your radio has many features that add to the comfort and convenience of
you and your passengers. Some of these radio features should not be used
when driving because they take your eyes from the road or your attention
from driving.

Clock Setting

• Press and hold the “TIME” button until the hours blink; turn the

“TUNE/SCROLL” control knob to set the hours.

• Press the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob until the minutes begin to blink;

turn the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob to set the minutes.

• Press the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob to save the time change.

• To exit, press any button/knob or wait five seconds.

Equalizer, Balance And Fade

• Press the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob and BASS, MID, TREBLE,

BALANCE and FADE will display. Rotate the “TUNE/SCROLL” control
knob to select the desired setting.

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