Lincoln MKZ 2009 User Manual

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Introduction 4

Instrument Cluster 10

Warning lights and chimes 10 Gauges 14

Entertainment Systems 16

AM/FM stereo with CDX6/MP3 16 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 23 USB port 25 Satellite radio information 27 Navigation system 30 SYNC 30

Climate Controls 31

Automatic temperature control 31 Rear window defroster 36

Lights 37

Headlamps 37 Turn signal control 41 Bulb replacement 42

Driver Controls 52

Windshield wiper/washer control 52 Steering wheel adjustment 53 Power windows 56 Mirrors 58 Speed control 60 Moon roof 65 Message center 70

Locks and Security 80

Keys 80 Locks 82 Anti-theft system 96

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Seating and Safety Restraints 102

Seating 102 Safety restraints 112 Airbags 126 Child restraints 141

Tires, Wheels and Loading 158

Tire information 158 Tire inflation 160 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 173 Vehicle loading 178 Trailer towing 183 Recreational towing 183

Driving 185

Starting 185 Brakes 190 AdvanceTrac威 192 Traction Control™ 196 Transmission operation 198 Reverse sensing system 201

Roadside Emergencies 210

Getting roadside assistance 210 Hazard flasher switch 211 Fuel pump shut-off switch 212 Fuses and relays 212 Changing tires 218 Wheel lug nut torque 224 Jump starting 225 Wrecker towing 231

Customer Assistance 233

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 239 Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 240

Cleaning 241

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Maintenance and Specifications 248

Engine compartment 250 Engine oil 252 Battery 256 Engine coolant 258 Fuel information 264 Air filter(s) 278 Part numbers 279 Maintenance product specifications and capacities 280 Engine data 282

Accessories 285

Index 287

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CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations on acquiring your new Lincoln. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it.

For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website:

• In the United States: www.ford.com

• In Canada: www.ford.ca

• In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx

• In Australia: www.ford.com.au

Additional owner information is given in separate publications.

This Owner’s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available.

Remember to pass on the Owner’s Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle.

WARNING: Fuel pump shut-off switch: In the event of an

accident the safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

Warning symbols in this guide

How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed.

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Warning symbols on your vehicle

When you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind.

Protecting the environment

We must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol.

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and

certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

PERCHLORATE MATERIAL

Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules, seat belt pretensioners, and button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate Material – Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE

Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in. Try not to drive continuously at the same speed for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of new vehicle operation. Vary your speed frequently in order to give the moving parts a chance to break in.

Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils since these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage.

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SPECIAL NOTICES

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty Guide/Customer Information Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide.

Special instructions

For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls.

WARNING: Please read the section Airbag Supplemental

Restraint System (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints

chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury.

WARNING: Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats

should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag.

Service Data Recording

Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and storing diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentially includes information about the performance or status of various systems and modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may access vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle.

Event Data Recording

Other modules in your vehicle — event data recorders — are capable of collecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event. The recorded information may assist in the investigation of such an event. The modules may record information about both the vehicle and the occupants, potentially including information such as:

• how various systems in your vehicle were operating;

• whether or not the driver and passenger seatbelts were buckled;

• how far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or the

brake pedal;

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• how fast the vehicle was traveling; and

• where the driver was positioning the steering wheel.

To access this information, special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent, unless pursuant to court order or where required by law enforcement, other government authorities or other third parties acting with lawful authority. Other parties may seek to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada.

Cell phone use

The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However, drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when using such equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency situations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits.

Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is not limited to cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, in-vehicle communications systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios.

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle

control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so.

Export unique (Non–United States/Canada) vehicle specific information

For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the ones that are described in this Owner’s Guide. A market unique supplement may be supplied that complements this book. By referring to the market unique supplement, if provided, you can properly identify those features, recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle. This Owner’s Guide is written primarily for the U.S. and Canadian Markets. Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for Export. Refer to this Owner’s Guide for all other required

information and warnings.

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These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Safety Alert

Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front

Airbag - Side

Child Seat Tether Anchor

Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System

Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based

Stability Control System Speed Control

Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher

Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment

See Owner’s Guide

Child Seat Lower Anchor

Brake System

Parking Aid System

Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe

Windshield Defrost/Demist

Rear Window Defrost/Demist

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Introduction

Power Windows Front/Rear

Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock

Power Window Lockout

Interior Luggage Compartment Release

Panic Alarm Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

Engine Coolant Temperature

Do Not Open When Hot Battery

Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks

Battery Acid

Explosive Gas Fan Warning

Power Steering Fluid

Maintain Correct Fluid Level

Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter

MAX

MIN

Passenger Compartment Air Filter

Check Fuel Cap

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Low Tire Pressure Warning

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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulbs work. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, refer to the respective system warning light for additional information.

Service engine soon: The Service engine soon indicator light

illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the on position to check the bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. Normally, the ⬙Service engine soon⬙ light will stay on until the engine is cranked, then turn itself off if no malfunctions are present. However, if after 15 seconds the ⬙Service engine soon⬙ light blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. See the Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately by your authorized dealer.

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WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust

temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.

Check fuel cap: Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be properly installed. Continued driving with this light on may cause the Service engine soon warning light to come on, refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specification chapter.

Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the on position when the engine is not running, or in a position between on and start, or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the on position. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this time, seek service immediately from your authorized dealer. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level or a brake system malfunction and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your authorized dealer.

BRAKE

WARNING: Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning

light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer. Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury.

Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated.

ABS

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Airbag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when the ignition is turned on, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected.

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A Belt-Minder威 chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt. Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter to activate/deactivate the Belt-Minder威 chime feature.

Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly.

Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

AdvanceTrac威/Traction Control™ (if equipped):

Illuminates when the AdvanceTrac威/Traction Control™ is active. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately, refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

Low tire pressure warning:

Illuminates when your tire pressure is low. If the light remains on at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be checked. Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. When the ignition is first turned on, the light will illuminate for three seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does not turn on or begins to flash, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. For more information on this system, refer to Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

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Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is engaged. Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged.

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O/D off: Illuminates when the overdrive function of the transmission has been turned off; refer to the Driving chapter. If the light does not illuminate, have the transmission serviced soon, or damage may occur.

Anti-theft system: Flashes when the SecuriLock™ Passive Anti-theft System has been activated.

Throttle Control/Transmission:

Illuminates when a powertrain or a AWD fault has been detected. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Door ajar (if equipped):

Illuminates when the ignition is in the RUN position and any door or decklid is open.

Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.

High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.

O/D

OFF

Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the off or accessory position and the driver’s door is opened.

Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.

Parking brake on: Sounds when the parking brake is left on and the vehicle is driven. If the warning stays on after the park brake is off, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

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GAUGES

Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed.

Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant

temperature. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between “H” and “C”). If it enters the red section,

the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.

WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the

engine is running or hot.

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Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the on position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade.

The FUEL icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located.

Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information.

Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine.

Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of the vehicle.

Refer to Message center in the Driver Controls chapter on how to switch the display from Metric to English.

Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of individual journeys. Press and release the message center INFO button until “TRIP” appears in the display (this represents the trip mode). Press the control again to select Trip A and Trip B features. Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds to reset.

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AUDIO SYSTEMS

Premium/Audiophile AM/FM in-dash six CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system (if equipped)

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle

Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay. With this feature, the window controls, radio and moon roof (if equipped) may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front door is opened.

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THX: Your vehicle may be equipped with the THX威 II certified premium audio system. This system creates optimal acoustic quality for all seating positions and road conditions. The system offers an advanced speaker system, amplifiers, subwoofer and equalization.

1. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM1/FM2; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. PRESET # will appear in the display. You may store up to 18 stations, six presets in AM, FM1 and FM2.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), there are 18 available presets, six each for SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3. To save satellite channels in your memory presets, tune to the desired channel then press and hold a preset control until sound returns.

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

(Eject): Press to eject the

2. current CD. To eject a specific CD, press Eject and the corresponding memory preset. Press and hold to autoeject all discs in the system.

3. TUNE: In radio mode turn to go up/down the frequency band in individual increments. In MP3 mode, turn to advance to the next/previous MP3 folder.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press next/previous channel. In CATEGORY MODE, press available SIRIUS channel Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.). Refer to

Category under Menu for further information. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

/ to scroll through the list of

/ to tune to the

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: If your vehicle is equipped with SYNC, press to access SYNC PHONE features. Refer to your SYNC supplement. for further information. If your vehicle is not equipped with SYNC, the display will read NO PHONE.

4. MENU: Press repeatedly to scroll through the following modes:

Setting the clock: Your vehicle is equipped with an in-dash clock. Refer to Clock in the Driver Controls Chapter for instructions on how to set the time.

SATELLITE RADIO MENU (if equipped): Press MENU when satellite radio mode is active to access. Press OK to enter into the satellite radio

menu. Press

/ to cycle through the following options:

• CATEGORY: Press OK to enter category mode. Press

scroll through the list of available SIRIUS channel Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.) Press OK when the desired category appears in the display. After a category is selected, press SEEK to search for that specific category of channels only (i.e. ROCK). You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek all available SIRIUS categories and channels. Press OK to close and return to the main menu.

• SAVE SONG: Press OK to save the currently playing song’s title in

the system’s memory. (If you try to save something other than a song, CANT SAVE will appear in the display.) When the chosen song is playing on any satellite radio channel, the system will alert you with an audible prompt. Press OK while SONG ALERT is in the display and the system will take you to the channel playing the desired song. You can save up to 20 song titles. If you attempt to save more than 20 titles, the display will read REPLACE SONG? Press OK to access the

saved titles and press the song title appears in the display that you would like to replace,

press OK. SONG REPLACED will appear in the display.

• DELETE SONG: Press OK to delete a song from the system’s

memory. Press song appears in the display that you would like to delete, press OK.

The song will appear in the display for confirmation. Press OK again and the display will read SONG DELETED. If you do not want to

delete the currently listed song, press RETURN or CANCEL.

Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS.

/ to cycle through the saved songs. When the

/ to cycle through the saved titles. When

/ to select either

/ to

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• DELETE ALL SONGS: Press OK to delete all song’s from the

system’s memory. The display will read ARE YOU SURE ? Press OK to confirm deletion of all saved songs and the display will read ALL DELETED. Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS.

• ENABLE ALERTS / DISABLE ALERTS: Press OK to enable/disable

the satellite alert status which alerts you when your selected songs are playing on a satellite radio channel. (The system default is disabled.) SONG ALERTS ENABLED/DISABLED will appear in the display. The menu listing will display the opposite state. For example, if you have chosen to enable the song alerts, the menu listing will read DISABLE as the alerts are currently on, so your other option is to turn them off.

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

RBDS ON/OFF: Press

/ to turn RBDS ON or OFF.

Program Type: If RBDS is ON, press program type, then use SEEK or SCAN to search for FM radio

stations broadcasting the desired program type. Press OK to close and return to the main menu.

RBDS (Radio Broadcast Data System): Available in FM mode only. Allows you to search RBDS-equipped stations for certain categories of music or announcements. With RBDS ON, you may select from: Info (Information), Alert, Test, Religious, R&B, Classical, Jazz, Oldies, Country, Top 40, Soft and Rock as described under Program Type above. When the desired category appears in the display, press

SEEK to initiate the search. The system will cycle through the frequency bands searching for stations broadcasting the selected category type. If the desired program type is not found after searching the frequency band three times, the search will stop. The announcement categories are as follows:

• Alert: Searches for RBDS stations actively broadcasting important

messages relating to weather or government emergencies.

• Test: Searches for RBDS stations actively broadcasting a test message. AUTOSET: Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without

losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. Use

/ to turn on/off.

/ to find the desired

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When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets.

BASS: Press OK to close and return to the main menu.

TREBLE: Press Press OK to close and return to the main menu.

BALANCE: Press the left and right speakers. Press OK to close and return to the main

menu.

FADE: Press front and rear speakers. Press OK to close and return to the main menu. SPEED SENSITIVE VOLUME: Radio volume automatically changes

slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Use 0 turns the feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting. Press OK to

close and return to the main menu.

Occupancy mode (if equipped): Use and optimize sound for ALL SEATS, DRIVERS SEAT or REAR SEATS.

Press OK to close and return to the main menu. COMPRESSION: Available in CD mode, this feature brings soft and

loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. Press MENU until compression status is displayed. Press SEEK to turn the feature on/off. Press OK to close and return to the

main menu.

5. are used in Menu mode to select

various settings/options.

/ / SEEK to adjust. Recommended level is 1–3. Level

/ (Select): These controls

/ / SEEK to adjust the bass setting. Press

/ / SEEK to adjust the treble setting.

/ / SEEK to adjust the audio between

/ / SEEK to adjust the audio between the

/ / SEEK to select

/ /

/ OK:

6. Play/pause: In CD/MP3 mode, press

to pause the playing media. PAUSE will appear in the display. Press again to return to the playing media.

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OK: Use in various menu selections. Your vehicle may be equipped with SYNC, a system which has special phone and media features. For further information, refer to the SYNC

supplement.

7. SEEK mode: Press to access the next

strong station or track.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press SEEK next channel. If a specific category is selected, (Jazz, Rock, News, etc.), press SEEK

Press and hold SEEK to fast seek through the next channels. In TEXT MODE, press SEEK

when “>” is active in the display. In CATEGORY MODE, press SEEK

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

8. FWD (Fast Forward): Press FWD to manually advance in a CD/MP3 track.

9. TEXT/SCAN: In radio mode, when listening to a RBDS-equipped station, press and release to view the text information of the radio station, if available. Press and hold for a brief sampling of radio stations. In CD/MP3 mode, press and release to view the track title, artist name, disc title or file name, if available. Press and hold for a brief sampling of all tracks on the current disc.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press and release to enter TEXT MODE and toggle between channel name/channel category and the current song title/artist. In TEXT MODE, sometimes the display requires additional text to be displayed. When the “>” indicator is active, press SEEK

additional display text. When the “<” indicator is active, press SEEK to view the previous display text.

10. REV (Reverse): Press REV to manually reverse in a CD/MP3 track.

: In radio or CD/MP3

to seek to the

to seek to the next channel in the selected category.

to view the additional display text

to select a category.

to view the

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11. SEEK: In radio or CD mode: Press to access the previous

strong station or track.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press previous channel. If a specific category is selected, (Jazz, Rock, News, etc.), press

category. Press and hold channels. In TEXT MODE, press display text when “<” is active in the display. In CATEGORY MODE, press

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

12. SHUFFLE: Press to play all tracks on the current disc in random order.

13. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.

14. CD: Press to enter CD mode. If a CD is already loaded into the system, CD play will begin where it ended last. If no CD is loaded, NO DISC will appear in the display.

CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in CD players. Dirty, warped or damaged CDs, irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player. The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please contact your authorized dealer for further information.

SEEK to seek to the previous channel in the selected

SEEK to fast seek through the previous

SEEK to view the previous/additional

SEEK to select a category.

SEEK to seek to the

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15. AUX: Press repeatedly to access SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3 (Satellite radio mode, if equipped), LINE IN (Auxiliary audio mode) or SYNC (late availability - if equipped). To return to radio mode, press AM/FM. For location and further information on auxiliary audio mode, refer to

Auxiliary input jack later in this chapter.Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

Your vehicle may be equipped with SYNC, a multi media system with special phone and media features. For further information, refer to the

SYNC supplement.

16. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turn ON/OFF. Turn to increase/decrease volume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on.

17. CD slot: Insert a CD label side up.

18. LOAD: Press to load a CD. Press LOAD and a memory preset to load to a specific slot. Press and hold to autoload up to six CDs.

Auxiliary input jack (Line in)

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle

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Your vehicle is equipped with an Auxiliary Input Jack (AIJ). The Auxiliary Input Jack provides a way to connect your portable music player to the in-vehicle audio system. This allows the audio from a portable music player to be played through the vehicle speakers with high fidelity. To achieve optimal performance, please observe the following instructions when attaching your portable music device to the audio system. If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, refer to Auxiliary input jack section in the Audio features chapter of your Navigation system supplement.

Required equipment:

1. Any portable music player designed to be used with headphones

2. An audio extension cable with stereo male 1/8 in. (3.5 mm) connectors at each end

To play your portable music player using the auxiliary input jack:

1. Begin with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off.

2. Ensure that the battery in your portable music player is new or fully charged and that the device is turned off.

3. Attach one end of the audio extension cable to the headphone output of your player and the other end of the audio extension cable to the AIJ in your vehicle.

4. Turn the radio on, using either a tuned FM station or a CD loaded into the system. Adjust the volume to a comfortable listening level.

5. Turn the portable music player on and adjust the volume to 1/2 the volume.

6. Press AUX on the vehicle radio repeatedly until SYNC LINE IN appears in the display. You should hear audio from your portable music player, although it may be low.

7. Adjust the sound on your portable music player until it reaches the level of the FM station or CD by switching back and forth between the AUX and FM or CD controls.

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Troubleshooting:

1. Do not connect the audio input jack to a line level output. Line level outputs are intended for connection to a home stereo and are not compatible with the AIJ. The AIJ will only work correctly with devices that have a headphone output with a volume control.

2. Do not set the portable music player’s volume level higher than is necessary to match the volume of the CD or FM radio in your audio system as this will cause distortion and will reduce sound quality. Many portable music players have different output levels, so not all players should be set at the same levels. Some players will sound best at full volume and others will need to be set at a lower volume.

3. If the music sounds distorted at lower listening levels, turn the portable music player volume down. If the problems persists, replace or recharge the batteries in the portable music player.

4. The portable music player must be controlled in the same manner when it is used with headphones as the AIJ does not provide control (play, pause, etc.) over the attached portable music player.

5. For safety reasons, connecting or adjusting the settings on your portable music player should not be attempted while the vehicle is moving. Also, the portable music player should be stored in a secure location, such as the center console or the glove box, when the vehicle is in motion. The audio extension cable must be long enough to allow the portable music player to be safely stored while the vehicle is in motion.

USB port (if equipped)

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle

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Your vehicle may be equipped with a USB port inside your center console. This feature allows you to plug in media playing devices, memory sticks, and also to charge devices if they support this feature. For further information on this feature, refer to Accessing and using your USB port in the SYNC supplement or Navigation system supplement.

GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION

Radio frequencies: AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are:

AM: 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz FM: 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz Radio reception factors: There are three factors that can affect radio

reception:

• Distance/strength: The further you travel from a station, the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception.

• Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception.

• Station overload: When you pass a broadcast tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is displayed.

CD/CD player care:

Do:

• Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface.

• Inspect discs before playing. Clean only with an approved CD cleaner

and wipe from the center out.

Don’t:

• Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time.

• Clean using a circular motion.

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CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Dirty, warped or damaged CDs, irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player. The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please contact your authorized dealer for further information.

Audio system warranty and service: Refer to the Warranty

Guide/Customer Information Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or qualified technician.

Satellite radio information (if equipped)

Satellite radio channels: SIRIUS broadcasts a variety of music, news, sports, weather, traffic and entertainment satellite radio channels. For more information and a complete list of SIRIUS satellite radio channels, visit www.sirius.com in the United States, www.sirius-canada.ca in Canada, or call SIRIUS at 1–888–539–7474.

Satellite radio reception factors: To receive the satellite signal, your vehicle has been equipped with a satellite radio antenna located on the roof of your vehicle. The vehicle roof provides the best location for an unobstructed, open view of the sky, a requirement of a satellite radio system. Like AM/FM, there are several factors that can affect satellite radio reception performance:

• Antenna Obstructions: For optimal reception performance, keep the antenna clear of snow and ice build-up and keep luggage and other material as far away from the antenna as possible.

• Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception.

• Station overload: When you pass a ground based broadcast repeating tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result in an audio mute.

Unlike AM/FM audible static, you will hear an audio mute when there is a satellite radio signal interference. Your radio display may display NO SIGNAL to indicate the interference.

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SIRIUS satellite radio service: SIRIUS Satellite Radio is a subscription based satellite radio service that broadcasts music, sports, news and entertainment programming. A service fee is required in order to receive SIRIUS service. Vehicles that are equipped with a factory installed SIRIUS Satellite Radio system include:

• Hardware and limited subscription term, which begins on the date of sale or lease of the vehicle.

• Use of online media player providing access to all SIRIUS music channels over the internet using any computer connected to the internet (U.S. customers only)

For information on extended subscription terms, contact SIRIUS at 1–888–539–7474.

Note: SIRIUS reserves the unrestricted right to change, rearrange, add or delete programming including canceling, moving or adding particular channels, and its prices, at any time, with or without notice to you. Ford Motor Company shall not be responsible for any such programming changes.

Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (ESN): This 12–digit Satellite Serial Number is needed to activate, modify or track your satellite radio account. You will need this number when communicating with SIRIUS. While in Satellite Radio mode, you can view this number on the radio display by pressing AUX and Preset 1 control simultaneously.

Radio Display Condition Action Required

ACQUIRING Radio requires more

than two seconds to

produce audio for

the selected

channel.

SAT FAULT Internal module or

system failure

present.

No action required. This

message should disappear

shortly.

If this message does not clear within a short period of time, or with an ignition

key cycle, your receiver

may have a fault. See your

authorized dealer for

service.

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Radio Display Condition Action Required

INVALID CHNL Channel no longer

available.

UNSUBSCRIBED Subscription not

available for this

channel.

NO TEXT Artist information

not available.

NO TEXT Song title

information not

available.

NO TEXT Category

information not

available.

NO SIGNAL Loss of signal from

the SIRIUS satellite

or SIRIUS tower to

the vehicle antenna.

This previously available

channel is no longer

available. Tune to another

channel. If the channel was one of your presets, you may choose another

channel for that preset

button.

Contact SIRIUS at

1–888–539–7474 to

subscribe to the channel,

or tune to another

channel.

Artist information not

available at this time on

this channel. The system is

working properly.

Song title information not

available at this time on

this channel. The system is

working properly.

Category information not

available at this time on

this channel. The system is

working properly.

You are in a location that

is blocking the SIRIUS

signal (i.e., tunnel, under

an overpass, dense foliage,

etc). The system is

working properly. When

you move into an open

area, the signal should

return.

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Radio Display Condition Action Required

UPDATING _ XX Update of channel

programming in progress. The XX number indicates

the % complete.

CALL SIRIUS 1–888–539–7474

ANTENNA FAIL Internal failure or

SUB UPDATE Satellite service

Satellite service has

been deactivated by

SIRIUS Satellite

Radio.

configuration failure

to satellite radio

antenna

subscription has

been updated by

SIRIUS Satellite

Radio

No action required. The

process should take no

longer than one minute.

Call SIRIUS at

1–888–539–7474 to

re-activate or resolve

subscription issues.

If this message does not clear within a short period of time, or with an ignition

key cycle, your receiver

may have a fault. See your

authorized dealer for

service.

No action required. The

process should take no

longer than one minute.

NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle may be equipped with a navigation system. Refer to the Navigation system supplement for further information.

SYNC (IF EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle may be equipped with SYNC, a hands-free communications and entertainment system with special phone and media features. For more information, please refer to the SYNC supplement or to the SYNC section in the Navigation system supplement (if equipped).

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DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (DATC) SYSTEM WITH HEATED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)

Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Units (English/Metric) in the Driver Controls chapter.

MAX A/C setting: In order to achieve maximum cooling performance, press highest blower setting.

1. and demister vents. Can be used to clear thin ice or fog from the windshield. To exit

2. Passenger side temperature control: Press to engage the dual zone feature of the DATC system. Allows the passenger to choose and control a different temperature than the driver, if desired.

3. window defroster in this section for more information. If your vehicle is equipped with both rear defroster and heated mirrors, the same button will activate both.

4. DUAL zone selector: Press to engage/disengage separate passenger side temperature control.

5. seat. Refer to Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information.

, A/C, , and set the temperature to 60°F (16°C) and the

Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster

select another mode.

Rear defroster: Press to defrost the rear window. Refer to Rear

Passenger heated seat: Press to control the passenger heated

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6. Recirculation control: Press to engage/disengage. Used to manually enable or disable recirculated air operation. When activated, recirculates air in the cabin thereby reducing the amount of time to cool down the interior of the vehicle. May also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Will work in all modes except defrost. In automatic operation, the recirculated air operates automatically as necessary to achieve the selected temperature.

7. distribution modes listed below. The selected mode will illuminate in the display.

outlets and the front and rear seat floor ducts. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging.

system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging.

and rear seat floor ducts.

8. A/C control: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages

automatically in AUTO,

9. seat. Refer to Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information.

10. speed. To return to automatic fan operation, press AUTO.

11. OFF: Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate.

12. Driver’s side temperature control: Press to increase/decrease the temperature in the vehicle cabin.

13. AUTO: To engage automatic temperature control, press AUTO and select the desired temperature using the temperature control. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location, A/C on or off, and outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the desired temperature.

14. EXT: Press to display outside temperature. Press again to display cabin temperature settings.

Airflow direction control: Press to toggle through the air

: Distributes air through the windshield defroster ducts, demister

: Distributes air through the floor and rear seat floor ducts. The

: Distributes air through the instrument panel registers and the front

: Distributes air through the instrument panel registers.

(defrost) and (floor/defrost).

Driver heated seat control: Press to control the driver heated

Fan Speed: Press to manually increase or decrease the fan

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Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) system with heated and cooled seats (if equipped)

Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Units (English/Metric) in the Driver Controls chapter.

MAX A/C setting: In order to achieve maximum cooling performance, press highest blower setting.

1. and demister vents. Can be used to clear thin ice or fog from the windshield. To exit

2. Passenger side temperature control: Press to engage the dual zone feature of the DATC system. Allows the passenger to choose and control a different temperature than the driver, if desired.

3. Rear window defroster section in this chapter for more information.

4. DUAL zone selector: Press to engage/disengage separate passenger side temperature control.

5. seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information.

6. seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information.

, A/C, , and set the temperature to 60° F (16° C) and the

Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster

select another mode.

Rear defroster: Press to defrost the rear window. Refer to the

Passenger heated seat: Press to control the passenger heated

Passenger cooled seat: Press to control the passenger cooled

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7. Airflow direction control: Press to toggle through the air distribution modes listed below. The selected mode will illuminate in the display.

: Distributes air through the windshield defroster ducts, demister outlets and the front and rear seat floor ducts. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging.

: Distributes air through the floor and rear seat floor ducts. The

system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging.

: Distributes air through the instrument panel registers and the front

and rear seat floor ducts.

: Distributes air through the instrument panel registers.

Driver heated seat: Press to control the driver heated seat. Refer

8. to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information.

9. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information.

10. speed. To return to automatic fan operation, press AUTO.

11. manually enable or disable recirculated air operation. When activated, recirculates air in the cabin thereby reducing the amount of time to cool down the interior of the vehicle. May also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Will work in all modes except defrost. In automatic operation, the recirculated air operates automatically as necessary to achieve the selected temperature.

12. EXT control: Press to display the outside air temperature. Press again to return to interior temperature. Note: Exterior readings are most accurate when the vehicle has been moving for a period of time.

13. A/C control: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages

automatically in AUTO,

14. OFF: Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate.

15. Driver’s side temperature control: Controls the temperature on the driver side of the vehicle in dual zone and controls the temperature of both the driver and passenger sides in single zone.

Driver cooled seat: Press to control the driver cooled seat.

Fan Speed: Press to manually increase or decrease the fan

Recirculation control: Press to engage/disengage. Used to

(defrost) and (floor/defrost).

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16. AUTO: Press to engage automatic temperature control. Use the temperature control to select the desired temperature setting. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location, A/C on or off, and outside or recirculated air to heat or cool the vehicle, allowing it to reach the desired temperature. Press and hold AUTO for about two seconds to toggle between single zone and dual zone temperature control.

Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) system operating tips

• To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place

the air flow selector in the

• To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the

system OFF, or with recirculated air

• Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the

airflow to the back seats.

• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of

the windshield.

• To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open

for 2-3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been “aired out.”

During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary for extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C in the MAX A/C mode, reduce blower fan speed from the highest setting and put the vehicle’s transmission into the PARK gear position (automatic transmission only) to continue to receive cool air from your A/C system.

• For maximum cooling performance (MAX A/C):

Automatic operation:

• Press AUTO for full automatic operation.

• Do not override A/C or

• Set the temperature to 60°F (16°C).

Override operation:

• Select air distribution.

• Select A/C and

A/C to provide colder airflow.

• Set the temperature to 60°F (16°C).

• Set highest fan speed initially, then adjust to maintain comfort.

(recirculated air). Use (recirculated air) with

position.

engaged and A/C off.

(recirculated air).

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In MAX A/C setting:

• Select the coolest temperature setting.

• Set highest fan speed initially, then adjust to maintain comfort.

• Select the coolest temperature setting.

• Select A/C and

• Set highest fan speed initially, then adjust to maintain comfort.

• To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:

1. Select

2. Select A/C.

3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort.

4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting.

5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents

located in the middle of the instrument panel.

(panel) or (panel/floor) modes:

(recirculated air) to provide colder airflow.

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER

The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel and works to clear the rear window of fog and thin ice.

The ignition must be on to operate the rear window defroster. The rear defroster turns off automatically after 10 minutes or when the

ignition is turned off. To manually turn off the defroster before 10 minutes have passed, push the control again.

Do not use razor blades or other sharp objects to clean the inside of the rear window or to remove decals from the inside of the rear window. This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty.

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HEADLAMP CONTROL

Turns the lamps off.

Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps.

Turns the low beam headlamps

on.

Autolamp control

The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control.

• To turn autolamps on, rotate the

control counterclockwise to

• To turn autolamps off, rotate the

control clockwise to off.

The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for a predetermined amount of time after the ignition switch is turned to off. You can change the amount of time the lamps stay on by using the programming procedure that follows:

Note: If the vehicle is equipped with autolamps, it will have the headlamps on with windshield wipers feature. If the windshield wipers are turned on (for a fixed period of time), the exterior lamps will turn on with the headlamp control in the Autolamp position.

Autolamps - Programmable exit delay

Programmable exit delay allows the length of the autolamp exit delay to be changed.

To program the auto lamp exit time delay:

1. Start with the ignition in the off position and the headlamp control in the autolamp position.

2. Turn the headlamp switch to off.

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3. Turn the ignition switch to on and then back to off.

4. Turn the headlamp switch to the autolamp position. The headlamps will turn on.

5. Wait the desired amount of time for the exit delay you want (up to three minutes), then turn the headlamp switch to off. The headlamps will turn off.

Fog lamp control

With the ignition on, the fog lamps can be turned on when the headlamp control is pulled toward you and is in any of the following positions:

• Parking lamps

• Low beams

• Autolamps (when active)

The fog lamp indicator light will illuminate when the fog lamps have been turned on. The fog lamps will not operate when the high beams are active.

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)

Turns on the front turn lamps.

To activate:

• the ignition must be in the on position,

• the headlamp control is in the off, autolamps or parking lamp position

and

• the transmission must be out of the P (Park) position.

WARNING: Always remember to turn on your headlamps at

dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.

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High beams

Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate. Pull the lever towards you to deactivate.

Flash to pass

Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate.

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL

Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel and all applicable switches in the vehicle during headlamp and parking lamp operation.

Move the control to the full upright position, past detent, to turn on the interior lamps.

At dusk and dawn, the brightness are illuminated to higher than normal intensity to enhance contrast and visibility. The system automatically “dims down” as ambient light reaches the dash-mounted sensor. The interior control lights dim progressively in four steps until they reach nighttime operating levels. Certain displays like the message center and the climate control unit do not change with the dimmer control till the dash-mounted sensor senses full night conditions.

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Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is installed, the dimmer switch requires re-calibration. Rotate the dimmer switch from the full dim position to the full Dome/ON position to reset. This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lighting conditions.

AIMING THE HEADLAMPS

The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant. If your vehicle has been in an accident, the alignment of your headlamps should be checked by your authorized dealer.

Vertical aim adjustment

1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface, approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away.

• (1) 8 feet (2.4 meters)

• (2) Center height of lamp to

ground

• (3) 25 feet (7.6 meters)

• (4) Horizontal reference line

2. Measure the height of the headlamp bulb center from the ground and mark an 8 foot (2.4 meter) horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at this height (a piece of masking tape works well).

3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood.

To see a clearer light pattern for adjusting, you may want to block the light from one headlamp while adjusting the other.

4. On the wall or screen you will observe an area of high intensity light. The top of the high intensity area should touch the horizontal reference line, if not, the beam will need to be adjusted using the next step.

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5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp. Using a Phillips #2 screwdriver, turn the adjuster either clockwise (to adjust down) or counterclockwise (to adjust up). The horizontal edge of the brighter light should touch the horizontal reference line.

6. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.

HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS NON-ADJUSTABLE.

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL

• Push down to activate the left turn signal.

• Push up to activate the right turn signal.

INTERIOR LAMPS

Dome lamps and map lamps

The map lamps are located on the overhead console. Press the controls to turn on the lamps.

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Your vehicle may also have reading lamps within the rear dome lamp(s).

Press the switches on either side of the dome lamp to turn on the lamps.

BULB REPLACEMENT

Headlamp condensation

Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure. Condensation can be a natural by-product of this design. When moist air enters the lamp assembly through the vents, condensation can occur when the temperature is cold. When normal condensation occurs, a thin film of mist can form on the interior of the lens. The thin mist eventually clears and exits through the vents during normal operation. Clearing time may take as long as 48 hours under dry weather conditions.

Examples of acceptable condensation are:

• Presence of thin mist (no streaks, drip marks or droplets)

• Fine mist covers less than 50% of the lens

Examples of unacceptable moisture (usually caused by a lamp water leak) are:

• Water puddle inside the lamp

• Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior of

the lens

Take your vehicle to dealer for service if any of the above conditions of unacceptable moisture are present.

Using the right bulbs

Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America and an “E” for Europe to ensure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time.

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Function Number of bulbs

Headlamp high beam 2 H7

Headlamp low beam 2

Front park/turn signal lamp

Front redundant park lamp

* Rear sidemarker lamp N/A LED * Stop/tail lamp N/A LED

Rear turn signal lamp 2

Redundant tail lamp 8 161 Backup lamp 2 921 License plate lamp 2 C5WL High-mount brake lamp 1 921 Fog lamp 2 H11 Front map lamp 2 12V6W Rear dome/reading lamp 6 578 Glove box lamp 1 194 Visor vanity lamp - Slide

on Rail system (SOR) Puddle lamp 2 W5W Luggage compartment

lamp All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer. * To replace these lamps - see your authorized dealer.

4 168 NA

2 37 or 14V1CP

1 578

Trade

number

H11LL (D1S

[HID]

optional)

3457AK

(amber)

3157A

(amber)

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Replacing exterior bulbs

Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.

Replacing headlamp bulbs

Highbeam bulb replacement

1. Make sure headlamp switch is in the off position, then open the hood.

2. Reach over the front bolster.

3. Disengage top of flexible washer

bottle filler neck from snap strap attachment and position it to gain access to the high-beam bulb (passenger side only).

4. Remove the protective rubber cap

from the housing by grabbing it and pulling rearward.

5. Remove the bulb socket by

rotating it counterclockwise, then pulling it straight out of the lamp assembly.

6. Carefully pull bulb straight out of

socket and push in the new one.

WARNING: Handle a

halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated.

7. For ease of installation into the lamp assembly, hold the bulb socket at 15 degrees clockwise from a vertical position. Use the two lead wires oriented up to represent the vertical reference position.

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8. From the 15 degree position, rotate the bulb socket clockwise to a locked position.

9. Tuck the two lead wires into the lamp housing to assure that they are not pinched when installing the protective rubber cap.

10. Install the protective rubber cap to the housing circular ring by pushing and pressing it forward.

11. Re-apply pressure around the complete circular ring on the housing to make sure the protective rubber cap is completely seated.

12. Reconnect washer bottle filler neck snap strap by reversing step 3 (passenger side only).

13. Reinstall the air tube to the air filter assembly (driver side only).

14. Reinstall the vertical shield to the bolster (driver side only).

15. Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly. If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb, you should not need to align it again.

Lowbeam bulb replacement

1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position, then open the hood.

2. Remove screw from oval splash shield access panel in the exterior wheel well area. Lift up and rearward to release a hidden finger attachment at the lower portion of the panel (passenger side only).

3. From the exterior wheel well area, reach arm through splash shield opening to access bulb socket (passenger side only).

4. Remove the protective rubber cap from the housing by grabbing it and pulling rearward.

5. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pulling it straight out of the lamp assembly.

6. Let go of the bulb socket and leave it dangling near the lamp housing (passenger side only).

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7. Reach over the front bolster in the engine area and, with a tool if necessary, bring the bulb socket upwards into an unobstructed area to replace the bulb (passenger side only).

8. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb socket and discard the old bulb socket.

9. Connect the new bulb socket to the electrical connector.

WARNING: Handle a

10. After the new bulb is installed, carefully let the bulb socket dangle downward near the lamp housing (passenger side only).

11. From the exterior wheel well area, reach arm through splash shield opening to install bulb socket with new bulb (passenger side only).

12. Install the new bulb socket into the lamp assembly by aligning the indexing fingers, then rotate clockwise to locked position.

13. Install the protective rubber cap to the housing circular ring by pushing and pressing it forward.

14. Re-apply pressure around the complete circular ring on the housing to make sure the protective rubber cap is completely seated.

15. Reinstall the air tube to the air filter assembly (driver side only).

16. Reinstall the vertical shield to the bolster (driver side only).

17. Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly. If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb, you should not need to align it again

Replacing HID headlamp bulbs (if equipped)

The low beam headlamps on your vehicle use a “high intensity discharge” source. These lamps operate at a high voltage. When the bulb is burned out, the bulb and starter capsule assembly must be replaced by your authorized dealer.

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Replacing redundant park bulbs

1. Make sure headlamp switch is in the off position, then open the hood.

2. Remove screw from oval splash shield access panel from the exterior wheel well area. Lift up and rearward to release a hidden finger attachment at the lower portion of the panel.

3. From the exterior wheel well area, reach arm through splash shield opening to access bulb socket.

4. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pulling it out of the lamp assembly.

5. Let go of the bulb socket and leave it dangling near the lamp housing.

6. Reach over the front bolster in the engine area and, with a tool if necessary, bring the bulb socket upwards into an unobstructed area to replace the bulb.

7. Carefully pull bulb straight out of socket and push in the new one.

8. After the new bulb is installed, carefully let the bulb socket dangle downward near the lamp housing.

9. From the exterior wheel well area, reach arm through splash shield opening to install bulb socket with new bulb.

10. Install the new bulb socket into the lamp assembly by aligning the indexing fingers, then rotate clockwise to the locked position.

11. Reinstall splash shield with screw.

12. Reinstall air tube to the air filter assembly (driver side only).

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Replacing primary park/turn signal bulbs

1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position, then open the hood.

2. Reach over the front bolster.

3. Disengage top of flexible washer bottle filler neck from snap strap attachment and position it to gain access to the high beam bulb (passenger side only).

4. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pulling it straight out of the lamp assembly.

5. Discard the old bulb and install the new bulb into bulb socket.

6. Install the new bulb socket into the lamp assembly by aligning the indexing fingers, then rotate clockwise to locked position.

7. If required, position the flexible washer bottle filler neck back to its original position and connect the snap strap (passenger side only).

8. If required, reinstall the air tube to the air filter assembly (driver side only).

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Replacing stop/tail/turn and side marker bulbs

Your vehicle is equipped with a rear lamp that has a stop/tail/turn and side marker lamp module containing integral multiple light emitting diodes (LED). If one or more LEDs burn out, the complete lamp module has to be replaced. See your authorized dealer for the replacement LED module.

Replacing rear turn signal bulbs

1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position and open the trunk.

2. Lift out trunk floor carpeting panel to access a luggage scuff plate (hard molding) shingles and a trunk side panel (dark grey, soft wheelhouse side trim panel) at the lamp area.

3. Carefully pull/push the trunk side panel (dark grey, soft wheelhouse side trim panel) outboard to expose the lamp assembly. The most effective point to grasp the trunk side panel when pulling it out from the luggage scuff plate is at it’s bottom edge where that edge meets the exposed sheet metal of the trunk floor.

Note: Do not allow the trunk side panel to remain bent and untucked from the luggage scuff plate (hard molding) for a long period of time. Doing so may result in permanent deformation.

4. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pulling it out of the lamp assembly.

5. Pull the bulb from the socket and push in the new bulb.

6. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly by rotating it clockwise.

7. Carefully push the trunk side panel (dark grey, soft wheelhouse side trim panel) back to the shingle position to the luggage scuff plate (hard molding).

8. Install trunk floor carpeting panel.

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Replacing backup lamp/redundant tail lamp bulbs

The backup lamp and redundant tail lamp bulbs are located in the trunk lid. Follow the same steps to replace either bulb.

1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position and open trunk to access the lamp assembly.

2. Position the decklid trim aside by removing 3 to 4 pin-type retainers to expose the lamp assembly.

3. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pulling it out of the lamp assembly.

4. Pull the bulb from the socket and push in the new bulb.

5. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly by rotating it clockwise.

6. Carefully reposition the trim back to its original position and secure the retainers.

Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulb

1. Make sure the ignition control is in the off position.

2. Open the trunk and reach underneath package tray to locate lamp assembly.

3. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pulling it out of the lamp assembly.

4. Pull the bulb straight from the socket and push in the new bulb.

5. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly by rotating it clockwise.

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Replacing license plate lamp bulbs

1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position.

2. Remove the two screws from the license plate lamp assembly.

3. Remove bulb socket by turning counterclockwise.

4. Carefully pull the bulb out from the socket.

Install new bulb(s) in reverse order.

Replacing fog lamp bulbs

1. Make sure the fog lamp switch is in the off position.

2. From underneath the vehicle, partially remove the tire splash shield by removing four drive screws.

After removing to allow free access to the front fog lamp bulb and electrical wire harness, the splash shield flap can be repositioned.

3. Rotate the harness/bulb assembly counterclockwise to remove from the fog lamp.

4. Carefully disconnect the bulb from the harness assembly via the two snap clips.

Install the new bulb in reverse order.

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MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER

Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers; rotate towards you to decrease the speed of the wipers.

Speed dependent wipers: When the wiper control is set on the intermittent settings, the speed of the wipers will automatically adjust with the vehicle speed. The faster your vehicle is travelling the faster the wipers will go.

Windshield washer: Push the end of the stalk:

• briefly: causes a single swipe of the wipers without washer fluid.

• a quick push and hold: the wipers will swipe three times with washer fluid.

• a long push and hold: the wipers and washer fluid will be activated for up to ten seconds.

Courtesy wipe feature: One extra wipe will occur a few seconds after washing the front window to clear any excess washer fluid remaining on the windshield.

Note: Do not operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty. This may cause the washer pump to overheat. Check the washer fluid level frequently. Do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry. This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper motor to burn out. Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield, always use the windshield washer. In freezing weather, be sure the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield before operating the wipers.

Windshield wiper rainlamp feature (if equipped with Autolamp)

When the windshield wipers are turned on during daylight, and the headlamp control is in the autolamp position, the exterior lamps will turn on after a brief delay and will remain on until the wipers are turned off.

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TILT/TELESCOPE STEERING WHEEL

To adjust the steering wheel:

1. Pull the lever down to unlock the

steering column.

2. While the lever is in the down

position, move the steering wheel up or down and in or out until you find the desired position.

3. While holding the steering wheel

in place, pull the lever up to its original position to lock the steering column.

WARNING: Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR

Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamps.

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Slide on rod feature

Rotate the visor towards the side window and extend it rearward for additional sunlight coverage.

Note: To stow the visor back into the headliner, visor must be retracted before moving it back towards the windshield.

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OVERHEAD CONSOLE

The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according to your option package.

Storage compartment

Press on the rear edge of the compartment door to open.

The storage compartment may be used to secure sunglasses or a similar object.

CENTER CONSOLE

Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These include:

1. Cupholders

2. Sliding arm rest

Note: Slide the arm rest to the rearward position to open the utility compartment

3. Utility compartment with aux jack

and USB port, a power point, removable tray and coin holder inside

WARNING: Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision.

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CLOCK

Press the right (+) control to move the time display forwards.

Press the left (-) control to move the time display backwards.

AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)

Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.

The auxiliary power point is located in the center console utility compartment.

Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element (if equipped).

To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s) over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC/180W. If the power point or cigar lighter socket is not working, a fuse may have blown. Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter for information on checking and replacing fuses.

To have full capacity usage of your power point, the engine is required to be running to avoid unintentional discharge of the battery. To prevent the battery from being discharged:

• do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is not running,

• do not leave battery chargers, video game adapters, computers and other devices plugged in overnight or when the vehicle is parked for extended periods.

Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used.

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Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if equipped)

Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket. Push the door to access the lighter.

Do not hold the lighter in with your hand while it is heating, this will damage the lighter element and socket. The lighter will be released from its heating position when it is ready to be used.

Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not covered by your warranty.

POWER WINDOWS

WARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children play with the power windows. They may

seriously injure themselves.

WARNING: When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or

pets are not in the proximity of the window openings.

Press and pull the switches to open and close windows.

• Push down (to the first detent) and hold the switch to open.

• Pull up (to the first detent) and hold the switch to close.

Note: Refer to the Locks and Security chapter for the Opening front windows and moon roof feature.

Rear Window Buffeting: When one or both of the rear windows are open, the vehicle may demonstrate a wind throb or buffeting noise. This noise can be alleviated by lowering a front window approximately two to three inches.

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Express down (One Touch Down, Front windows only)

Allows the driver and passenger’s window to open fully without holding the control down. Push the switch completely down to the second detent and release quickly. The window will open fully. Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the window operation.

Express Up (One Touch Up, Front windows only)

Allows the driver and passenger’s window to close fully without holding the control up. Pull the switch completely up to the second detent and release quickly. The window will close fully. Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the window operation

Bounce-Back

When an obstacle has been detected in the window opening as the window is moving upward, the window will automatically reverse direction and move down. This is known as “bounce-back”. If the ignition is turned off (without accessory delay being active) during bounce-back, the window will move down until the bounce-back position is reached.

Security Override

To override a bounce-back condition, within two seconds after the window reaches the bounce-back position, pull and hold the switch up and the window will travel up with no bounce-back or pinch protection. If the switch is released before the window is fully closed, the window will stop. For example, this can be used to overcome the resistance of ice on the window or seals.

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Window lock

The window lock feature allows only the driver and front passenger to operate the power windows.

To lock out all the window controls (except for the driver and front passenger) press the right side of the control. Press the left side to restore the window controls.

Accessory delay

With accessory delay, the window switches, audio system, and moon roof (if equipped) may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned off or until either front door is opened.

INTERIOR MIRROR

The interior rear view mirror has two pivot points on the support arm which lets you adjust the mirror UP or DOWN and from SIDE to SIDE.

WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion.

Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror

Your vehicle is equipped with an interior rear view mirror and a driver’s side exterior mirror that have auto-dimming function. The electronic day/night mirrors will change from the normal (high reflective) state to the non-glare (darkened) state when bright lights (glare) reach the interior mirror. When the interior mirror detects bright light from behind the vehicle, the interior rear view mirror and the driver’s side exterior mirror will automatically adjust (darken) to minimize glare.

The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever the vehicle is placed in R (Reverse) to ensure a bright clear view when backing up.

Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the interior rear view mirror since this may impair proper mirror performance.

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Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.

Note: If equipped with a Reverse Camera System, a video image will

display in the Navigation system display when the vehicle is put in (R) reverse. Refer to Reverse camera system in the Driving chapter.

EXTERIOR MIRRORS

Power side view mirrors

WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion.

To adjust your mirrors:

1. Rotate the control clockwise to

adjust the right mirror and rotate the control counterclockwise to adjust the left mirror.

2. Move the control in the direction

you wish to tilt the mirror.

3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place.

Memory feature

The power side view mirror positions are saved when doing a memory set function and can be recalled along with the vehicle personality features when a memory position is selected through the remote entry transmitter, keyless entry keypad or memory switch on the driver’s door. Refer to Memory seat and mirrors in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter.

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Heated mirrors

Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice, mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated.

Note: With the Auto dimming feature, the mirror glass is thicker and will take longer to defrost.

Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place. These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors.

SPEED CONTROL

With speed control set, you can maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal.

WARNING: Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved.

Setting speed control

The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience.

1. Press the ON control and release

it.

2. Accelerate to the desired speed.

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3. Press the SET + or SET - control

and release it.

4. Take your foot off the accelerator

pedal.

5. The indicator

instrument cluster will turn on.

Note:

• Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill.

• If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, you may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed.

• If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph (16 km/h) below your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage.

Disengaging speed control

To disengage the speed control:

• Depress the brake pedal.

Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed.

light on the

Resuming a set speed

Press the RESUME control and release it. This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed.

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Increasing speed while using speed control

There are two ways to set a higher speed:

• Press and hold the SET + control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control. You can also use the SET + control to operate the Tap-Up function. Press and release this control to increase the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1 mph (1.6 km/h).

• Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed. When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET + control.

Reducing speed while using speed control

There are two ways to reduce a set speed:

• Press and hold the SET - control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control. You can also use the SET control to operate the Tap-Down function. Press and release this control to decrease the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1 mph (1.6 km/h).

• Depress the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached and press the SET + control.

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Turning off speed control

There are two ways to turn off the speed control:

• Depress the brake pedal. This will not erase your vehicle’s previously set speed.

• Press the speed control OFF control.

Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speed control set speed memory is erased.

STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS

Radio control features

Press and release MEDIA to select:

• AM, FM1, FM2, or CD

• SAT1, SAT2 or SAT3 (Satellite

Radio mode if equipped).

• LINE IN (Auxiliary input jack)

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In Radio mode:

• Press next/previous preset station.

In CD mode:

• Press next track on the disc.

In Satellite radio mode (if equipped):

• Press

to access the

to listen to the

to advance through preset channels.

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In any mode:

• Press VOL + or VOL - to adjust the volume.

Navigation system hands free control features (if equipped)

Press and hold until the voice

the navigation display to use the voice command feature.

Press command.

For further information on the navigation system, refer to the Navigation System supplement.

SYNC system hands free control feature (if equipped)

Press command feature. You will hear a tone and LISTENING will appear in the radio display. Press and hold

Press answer a phone call. Press and hold mode.

to complete a voice

briefly to use the voice

to exit voice command.

to activate phone mode or

to end a call or exit phone

control briefly

icon appears on

Press OK to confirm your selection.

For further information on the SYNC system, refer to the SYNC supplement.

to scroll through various menus and selections. Press

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Navigation system/SYNC hands free control features (if equipped)

Press voice

Navigation display to use the voice command feature.

Press answer a phone call. Press and hold a call.

For further information on the Navigation system/SYNC system, refer to the Navigation System and SYNC supplements.

MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)

You can move the glass panel of the moon roof back to open or tilt up (from the closed position) to ventilate the vehicle.

themselves.

To open the moon roof:

The moon roof is equipped with an automatic, one-touch, express opening, closing and venting feature. Press and release the rear portion of the control. To stop motion at any time during the one-touch operation, press the control a second time.

control briefly until the

icon appears on the

to activate phone mode or

to exit phone mode or end

WARNING: Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave children unattended in the vehicle. They may seriously hurt

WARNING: When closing the moon roof, you should verify that it is free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are

not in the proximity of the moon roof opening.

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To close the moon roof:

The moon roof is equipped with an automatic, one-touch, express closing feature. Press and release the front portion of the control. To stop motion at any time during the one-touch closing, press the control again.

Bounce-back:

When an obstacle has been detected in the moon roof opening as the moon roof is closing, the moon roof will automatically open and stop at a prescribed position. This is known as “bounce-back”. If the ignition is turned off (without accessory delay being active) during bounce-back, the moon roof will move until the bounce-back position is reached.

Bounce-back override:

To override bounce-back, press and hold the front portion of the control. For example: Bounce-back can be used to overcome the resistance of ice on the moon roof or seals. If during a bounce-back condition, the control is released to the neutral position, then held in the one-touch position within two seconds after the moon roof reaches the bounce-back position, the moon roof will travel with no bounce-back protection. If the control is released before the moon roof reaches fully closed or the ignition is turned off (without accessory delay being active), the moon roof will stop. Security override can be used if the moon roof movement is restricted in some way, for example, if there is ice on the moon roof or seals.

To vent:

• To tilt the moon roof into the vent position (when the glass panel is closed), press and release the front portion of the control.

• To close the moon roof from the vent position, press and hold the rear portion of the control until the glass panel stops moving.

The moon roof has a sliding shade that can be opened or closed when the glass panel is shut. To close the shade, pull it toward the front of the vehicle

Accessory delay:

With accessory delay, the window switches, audio system, and moon roof (if equipped) may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned off or until any door is opened

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HOMELINK姞 WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

The HomeLink威 Wireless Control System, located on the driver’s visor, provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters with a single built-in device. This feature will learn the radio frequency codes of most transmitters to operate garage doors, entry gate operators, security systems, entry door locks, and home or office lighting.

WARNING: When programming your HomeLink威 Wireless Control System to a garage door or gate, be sure that people and

objects are out of the way to prevent potential injury or damage.

Do not use the HomeLink威 Wireless Control System with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by U.S. federal safety standards (this includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982). A garage door which cannot detect an object, signaling the door to stop and reverse, does not meet current U.S. federal safety standards. For more information, contact HomeLink威 at: www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515.

Retain the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future programming procedures (i.e. new HomeLink威 equipped vehicle purchase). It is also suggested that upon the sale of the vehicle, the programmed Homelink威 buttons be erased for security purposes, refer to Programming in this section.

Programming

Do not program HomeLink威 with the vehicle parked in the garage.

Note: Your vehicle may require the ignition switch to be turned to the

accessory position for programming and/or operation of the HomeLink威. It is also recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink威 for quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal.

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1. Position the end of your

hand-held transmitter 1–3 inches (2–8 cm) away from the HomeLink威 button you wish to program (located on your visor) while keeping the indicator light in view.

2. Simultaneously press and hold

both the chosen HomeLink威 and hand-held transmitter buttons until the HomeLink威 indicator light changes from a slow to a rapidly blinking light. Now you may release both the HomeLink威 and hand-held transmitter buttons.

Note: Some entry gates and garage door openers may require you to replace Step 2 with procedures noted in the Gate Operator and Canadian Programming in this section for Canadian residents.

3. Firmly press, hold for five seconds and release the programmed

HomeLink威 button up to two separate times to activate the door. If the door does not activate, press and hold the just-trained HomeLink威 button and observe the indicator light.

• If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming is complete

and your device should activate when the HomeLink威 button is pressed and released.

• If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns

to a constant light continue with “Programming” Steps 4 through 6 to complete programming of a rolling code equipped device (most

commonly a garage door opener).

4. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage,

locate the “learn” or “smart” button (usually near where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the unit).

5. Firmly press and release the “learn” or “smart” button. (The name and

color of the button may vary by manufacturer.) Note: There are 30 seconds in which to initiate Step 6.

6. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two seconds and

release the programmed HomeLink威 button. Repeat the press/hold/release sequence again and, depending on the brand of the

garage door opener (or other rolling code equipped device), repeat this sequence a third time to complete the programming.

HomeLink威 should now activate your rolling code equipped device. To program additional HomeLink威 buttons begin with Step 1 in this section. For questions or comments, please contact HomeLink威 at www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515.

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Gate Operator & Canadian Programming

During programming, your hand-held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting — not allowing enough time for HomeLink威 to accept the signal from the hand-held transmitter.

After completing Step 1 outlined in the Programming section, replace Step 2 with the following:

Note: If programming a garage door opener or gate operator, it is advised to unplug the device during the “cycling” process to prevent overheating.

• Continue to press and hold the HomeLink威 button (note Step 2 in the

Programming section) while you press and release — every two seconds (“cycle”) your hand-held transmitter until the frequency

signal has been accepted by the HomeLink威. The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink威 accepts the radio frequency signal.

• Proceed with Step 3 in the Programming section.

Operating the HomeLink姞 Wireless Control System

To operate, simply press and release the appropriate HomeLink威 button. Activation will now occur for the trained product (garage door, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, or home or office lighting etc.). For convenience, the hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time. In the event that there are still programming difficulties, contact HomeLink威 at www.homelink.com or

1–800–355–3515.

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Erasing HomeLink姞 buttons

To erase the three programmed buttons (individual buttons cannot be erased):

• Press and hold the two outer HomeLink威 buttons until the indicator light begins to flash-after 20 seconds. Release both buttons. Do not hold for longer that 30 seconds.

HomeLink威 is now in the train (or learning) mode and can be programmed at any time beginning with Step 1 in the Programming section.

Reprogramming a single HomeLink姞 button

To program a device to HomeLink威 using a HomeLink威 button previously trained, follow these steps:

1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink威 button. Do NOT release the

button.

2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without

releasing the HomeLink威 button, follow Step 1 in the Programming section.

For questions or comments, contact HomeLink威 at www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515.

MESSAGE CENTER

With the ignition in the on position, the message center, located on your instrument cluster, displays important vehicle information

through a constant monitor of vehicle systems. You may select

display features on the message center for a display of status preceded by a brief indicator chime. The system will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of system warnings followed by a long indicator chime.

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Selectable features

Reset

Press this control to select and reset functions shown in the INFO menu and SETUP menu.

Info menu

This control displays the following control displays:

• Odometer

• Trip Odometer A or B

• Distance to Empty

• Average Fuel Economy

• Average Speed

• Trip Elapsed Drive Time 1 or 2

• Compass

Odometer/Trip odometer

Refer to Gauges in the Instrument Cluster chapter.

Distance to empty (DTE)

Selecting this function from the INFO menu estimates approximately how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions. Remember to turn the ignition off when refueling to allow this feature to correctly detect the added fuel.

The DTE function will display LOW FUEL LEVEL when you have approximately 50 miles (80 km) to empty. If you RESET this warning message, this display will return within 10 minutes.

DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy, which is based on your recent driving history of 500 miles (800 km). This value is not the same as the average fuel economy display. The running average fuel economy is reinitialized to a factory default value if the battery is disconnected.

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Average fuel economy (AFE)

Select this function from the INFO menu to display your average fuel economy in miles/gallon or liters/100 km.

If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing 100 miles traveled by gallons of fuel used (kilometers traveled by liters used), your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons:

• Your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up

• Differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at

service stations

• Variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another

• Rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0.1 gallon (liter)

1. Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed control

system engaged to display a stabilized average.

2. Record the highway fuel economy for future reference.

It is important to press the RESET control (press and hold RESET for two seconds in order to reset the function) after setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings.

For more information refer to Essentials of good fuel economy in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

Average Speed

Select this function from the INFO menu to display AVERAGE SPEED and press the RESET control (press and hold RESET for two seconds in order to reset the function). Your average speed from that point will be displayed until RESET is pressed and held for two seconds again.

Trip elapsed drive time

Select this function from the INFO menu to display a timer.

To operate the Trip Elapsed Drive Time perform the following:

1. Press and release RESET in order

to start the timer.

2. Press and release RESET to pause the timer.

3. Press and hold RESET for two seconds in order to reset the timer.

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Compass display

Select this function from the INFO menu. Press the INFO button repeatedly until the Compass and Odometer are displayed. (Do not select Trip, DTE, or AFE. The top of the message center must be blank).

The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy.

Usually, when something affects the compass readings, the compass will correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal conditions. If the compass still appears to be inaccurate, a manual calibration may be necessary. Refer to Compass zone/calibration

adjustment.

Most geographic areas (zones) have a magnetic north compass point that varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps. This variation is four degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the vehicle crosses multiple zones. A correct zone setting will eliminate this error. Refer to Compass zone/calibration adjustment.

Compass zone/calibration adjustment

Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines.

For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut.

1. Turn ignition to the on position.

2. Start the engine.

3. Press the INFO button repeatedly until the Compass and Odometer

are displayed. (Do not select Trip, DTE, or AFE. The top of the message center must be blank).

Note: If the compass displays ⬙CAL 000000.0 mi⬙ instead of heading information, the compass will need to be calibrated. Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h]) until the ⬙CAL⬙ indicator changes to display compass heading. This may take up to three circles to complete calibration.

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4. Determine your magnetic zone by

referring to the zone map.

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5. Press and hold the RESET until

the message center display changes to show the current zone setting.

6. Release the RESET control, then

slowly press RESET down again.

7. Press the SETUP control

repeatedly until the correct zone setting for your geographic location is displayed on the message center. To exit the zone setting mode press and release the RESET control.

8. Press the RESET control to start

the compass calibration function.

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9. Slowly drive the vehicle in a

circle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h]) until the CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE indicator changes to CALIBRATION COMPLETED. This will take up to three circles to complete calibration.

10. The compass is now calibrated.

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Setup menu

Press this control for the following displays:

• System Check

• Units (English/Metric)

• Language

• Easy entry/exit seat

• Reverse sensing system (Park Aid)

System check

Selecting this function from the SETUP menu causes the message center to cycle through each of the systems being monitored.

Pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each of the systems being monitored.

Some monitored systems show message only if a warning is present.

The sequence of the system check report is as follows:

1. DOORS CLOSED

2. ENGINE TEMPERATURE

3. OIL PRESSURE

4. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL

5. TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (if equipped and warning is

present)

6. EXTERIOR LAMPS (if equipped)

7. REMOVE OBJECT NEAR PASSENGER SEAT (if warning is present)

8. PARKING AID (if equipped and warning is present)

9. FUEL LEVEL

10. DISTANCE TO EMPTY

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Units (English/Metric)

1. Select this function from the

SETUP menu for the current units to be displayed.

2. Press the RESET control to

change from English to Metric.

Language

1. Select this function from the

SETUP menu for the current language to be displayed.

2. Pressing the RESET control

cycles the message center through each of the language choices.

3. Press and hold the RESET

control to set the language choice.

Easy entry/exit seat

This feature automatically moves the drivers seat backwards for easy exit from the vehicle.

1. To disable/enable the easy exit

seat feature, select this function from the SETUP control for the current display mode.

2. Press the RESET control to turn

the easy entry exit seat ON or OFF.

Reverse Sensing System (Park aid)

This feature sounds a warning tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper, and functions only when R (Reverse) gear is selected.

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1. Select this function from the

SETUP menu to disable the reverse sensing system feature.

2. Press the RESET control to turn

the rear park assist OFF. When R (Reverse) gear is selected, PARK AID OFF will be displayed.

System warnings

System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle’s operating systems.

In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center will cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for several seconds.

The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages. This allows you to use the full functionality of the message center after you acknowledge the warning by pressing the RESET control and clearing the warning message.

Warning messages that have been reset are divided into three categories:

• They will not disappear until a condition is changed.

• They will reappear on the display 10 minutes from the reset.

• They will not reappear until an ignition off/on cycle has been

completed.

This acts as a reminder that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle.

Warnings Status

Driver’s door ajar Warning cannot be reset (CLOSE Passenger door ajar Left rear door ajar Right rear door ajar Park brake engaged RELEASE PARK BRAKE will be

Low fuel level Warning returns after 10 minutes Check brake system

DOOR TO RESET) will be displayed

displayed

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Warnings Status

Check park aid Warning returns after the ignition key Low brake fluid Low tire pressure Tire pressure monitor fault Tire pressure sensor fault Trunk ajar Remove objects near pass seat Compass error Lamp outage Intkey could not program Maximum number of Integrated Keys

DRIVER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the driver’s door is not completely closed.

PASSENGER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the passenger side door is not completely closed.

REAR LEFT DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the rear left door is not completely closed.

REAR RIGHT DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the rear right door is not completely closed.

PARK BRAKE ENGAGED — Displayed when the park brake is engaged. If the warning stays on after the park brake is off, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM — Displayed when the brake system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

FUEL LEVEL LOW — Displayed as an early reminder of a low fuel condition.

BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW — Indicates the brake fluid level is low and the brake system should be inspected immediately. Refer to Brake fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

CHECK PARK AID — Displayed when the transmission is in R (Reverse) and the Reverse Sensing System (Park Aid) is disabled. Refer to Reverse Sensing System (Park Aid) in this section to enable.

LOW TIRE PRESSURE — Displayed when one or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure. Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

is turned from off to on

exceeded

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT — Displayed when the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer.

TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT — Displayed when a tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. For more information on how the system operates under these conditions, refer to

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, have

the system inspected by your authorized dealer.

TRUNK AJAR — Displayed when the trunk is not completely closed. REMOVE OBJECTS NEAR PASS SEAT — Displayed when objects

are by the passenger seat. After the objects are moved away from the seat, if the warning stays on or continues to come on contact your authorized dealer.

INTKEY COULD NOT PROGRAM — Displayed when an attempt is made to program a fifth Integrated Key to the Remote Key Entry System. For more information on Integrated Key, refer to Locks and Security chapter in this manual.

COMPASS ERROR — Displayed when the compass is not operating properly. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL

Press the remote trunk release control on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel.

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KEYS

Your vehicle is equipped with two Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs). The IKT functions as both a programmed ignition key that operates all the locks and starts the vehicle, and a remote keyless entry transmitter.

Your IKTs are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed key will not permit your vehicle to start. If you lose your authorized dealer supplied IKTs, replacement IKTs are available through your authorized dealer. Standard SecuriLock™ keys without remote entry transmitter functionality can also be purchased from your authorized dealer if desired.

Always carry a spare key with you in case of an emergency.

For more information regarding programming replacement IKTs, refer to the SecuriLock™ passive anti-theft system section later in this chapter.

Note: Your vehicle’s IKTs were issued with a security label on them that provides important vehicle key cut information. It is recommended that you maintain the label in a safe place for future reference, such as the inside front cover of this

Owner’s Guide.

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Recommended handling of the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT)

To avoid inadvertently activating the remote entry functions of your vehicle, it is recommended that the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT) be handled properly when starting and turning off your vehicle.

When inserting the IKT into the ignition cylinder, place your thumb on the center thumb rest of the IKT and forefinger on the logo badge on the opposite side.

To gain more leverage when rotating the IKT in the ignition lock cylinder, you can readjust the location of your thumb to grasp the IKT on the outer edge next to the

control.

Likewise, when rotating the IKT to the off position in the ignition lock cylinder, the bottom edge of the IKT adjacent to the utilized.

control can be

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POWER DOOR LOCKS

• Press the doors.

Smart locks

This feature attempts to help prevent you from locking yourself out of the vehicle if your key is still in the ignition.

When you open one of the front doors and you lock the vehicle with the power door lock control (on the driver or passenger door trim panel), all the doors will lock, then all doors will automatically unlock reminding you that your key is still in the ignition.

The vehicle can still be locked, with the key in the ignition, using the manual lock control on the door, locking the driver’s door with a key, or using the lock control on the remote entry transmitter portion of your Integrated Keyhead Transmitter.

If both front doors are closed, the vehicle can be locked from any method, regardless of whether the key is in the ignition or not.

Power door lock/unlock inhibit feature

As a theft deterrent, the power door lock controls and interior trunk release control can be disabled 20 seconds after the ignition has been turned to the off position and the vehicle is locked using any of the following:

• Remote entry transmitter portion of your Integrated Keyhead Transmitter,

• Keyless entry keypad, or

• Driver power door lock control (Note: The driver’s door must be

open, then closed).

The door lock controls are reenabled when any of the following occurs:

• Unlock using the keyless entry keypad,

• Unlock using the remote entry transmitter portion of your IKT,

• Opening any door from the interior of the vehicle, or

control to unlock all

control to lock all

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• Turning the key in the ignition to the on position.

Note: This feature is configured off by default. This feature can be turned on or off using the following procedure:

Before starting, ensure the ignition is in the off position and all vehicle doors are closed. You must complete Steps 1–5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, wait a minimum of 30 seconds before beginning again.

1. Place the key in the ignition and turn the ignition to the on position.

2. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times.

3. Turn the ignition from the on position to the off position.

4. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times.

5. Turn the ignition back to the on position. The horn will chirp one time

to confirm programming mode has been entered and is active.

6. Press the power door lock control on the door panel two times within

five seconds. The horn will chirp one time to confirm the feature is off; the horn will chirp one time and honk one time to confirm the feature is on.

7. Turn the ignition from the on position to the off position. The horn

will chirp one time to confirm the programming mode has been exited. Repeat the procedure to turn the feature on or off.

Autolock feature

The autolock feature will lock all the doors when:

• all the doors are closed,

• the ignition is in the on position,

• you shift into any gear putting the vehicle in motion, and

• the vehicle attains a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h).

The autolock feature repeats when:

• any door is opened then closed while the ignition is in the on position and the vehicle speed is 9 mph (15 km/h) or lower, and

• the vehicle then attains a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h).

Deactivating/activating autolock feature

Your vehicle comes with the autolock features activated; there are three methods to enable/disable this feature:

• Through your authorized dealer,

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• by using a power door unlock/lock sequence, or

• using a keypad procedure.

Note: The autolock feature can be activated/deactivated independently of the autounlock feature.

Power door unlock/lock procedure

1. Place the key in the ignition and

turn the ignition to the on position.

2. Press the power door unlock

control on the door panel three times.

3. Turn the ignition from the on

position to the off position.

4. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times.

5. Turn the ignition back to the on position. The horn will chirp one time

to confirm programming mode has been entered and is active.

6. To enable/disable the autolock feature, press the unlock control, then

press the lock control. The horn will chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice (one short and one long chirp) if autolock was activated.

7. Turn the ignition to the off position. The horn will chirp once to

confirm the procedure is complete.

Keyless entry keypad procedure

1. Turn the ignition to the off

position.

2. Close all the doors.

3. Enter factory–set 5–digit entry

code.

4. Press and hold the 3 • 4. While holding the 3 • 4pressthe7• 8.

5. Release the 7 • 8.

6. Release the 3 • 4.

The user should receive a horn chirp to indicate the system has been disabled or a chirp followed by a honk to indicate the system has been enabled.

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Autounlock feature

The autounlock feature will unlock all the doors when:

• the ignition is in the on position, all the doors are closed, and the vehicle has been in motion at a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h);

• the vehicle has then come to a stop and the ignition is turned to the off or accessory position; and

• the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being transitioned to the off or accessory position.

Note: The doors will not autounlock if the vehicle has been electronically locked before the driver door is opened.

Note: The autounlock feature is disabled on vehicles equipped with a manual transmission.

Deactivating/activating autounlock feature

Your vehicle comes with the autounlock features activated; there are three methods to enable/disable this feature:

• Through your authorized dealer,

• by using a power door unlock/lock sequence, or

• using a keypad procedure.

Note: The autounlock feature can be activated/deactivated independently of the autolock feature.

Power door unlock/lock procedure

1. Place the key in the ignition and

turn the ignition to the on position.

2. Press the power door unlock

control on the door panel three times.

3. Turn the ignition from the on

position to the off position.

4. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times.

5. Turn the ignition back to the on position. The horn will chirp one time

to confirm programming mode has been entered and is active.

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6. To enable/disable the autounlock feature, press the lock control, then

press the unlock control. The horn will chirp once if autounlock was deactivated or twice (one short and one long chirp) if autounlock was activated.

7. Turn the ignition to the off position. The horn will chirp once to

confirm the procedure is complete.

Keyless entry keypad procedure

1. Turn the ignition to the off

position.

2. Close all the doors.

3. Enter factory–set 5–digit entry

code.

4. Press and hold the 3 • 4. While holding the 3 • 4, press and release

the 7 • 8. While still holding the 3 • 4, press and release the 7 • 8a second time.

5. Release the 3 • 4.

The user should receive a horn chirp to indicate the system has been disabled or a chirp followed by a honk to indicate the system has been enabled.

CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS

• When these locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside.

• The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the doors are unlocked.

The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door. Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for both doors.

• Insert the key and turn to the lock position (key at an angle) to engage the childproof locks.

• Insert the key and turn to the unlock position (key horizontal) to disengage the childproof locks.

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INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE

Your vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartment release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the luggage compartment.

Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle.

To open the luggage compartment door (lid) from within the luggage compartment, pull the illuminated “T” shaped handle and push up on the trunk lid. The handle is composed of a material that will glow for hours in darkness following brief exposure to ambient light.

The “T” shaped handle will be located either on the luggage compartment door (lid) or inside the luggage compartment near the tail lamps.

WARNING: Keep vehicle

doors and luggage compartment locked and keep keys and remote transmitters out of a child’s reach. Unsupervised children could lock themselves in the trunk and risk injury. Children should be taught not to play in vehicles.

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WARNING: Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or animals

unattended in the vehicle. On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can rise very quickly. Exposure of people or animals to these high temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Small children are particularly at risk.

REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM

The Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT) complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

The typical operating range for your IKT is approximately 33 feet (10 meters). A decrease in operating range could be caused by:

• weather conditions,

• nearby radio towers,

• structures around the vehicle, or

• other vehicles parked next to your vehicle.

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The IKT allows you to:

• remotely unlock the vehicle doors.

• remotely lock all the vehicle doors.

• remotely open the trunk.

• activate the personal alarm.

• arm and disarm the perimeter

anti-theft system.

• operate the illuminated entry feature.

The remote entry lock/unlock feature operates in any ignition position except while the key is held in the start position. The panic feature operates with the key in the off position.

If there are problems with the remote entry system, make sure to take ALL Integrated Keyhead Transmitters with you to the authorized dealer in order to aid in troubleshooting the problem.

Unlocking the doors/two stage unlock

1. Press and release to unlock the driver’s door. Note: The interior

lamps will illuminate.

2. Press

The remote entry system activates the illuminated entry feature; this feature turns on the lamps for 25 seconds or until the ignition is turned to the on position.

The inside lights will not turn off if:

• they have been turned on using the dimmer control or

• any door is open.

The battery saver feature will turn off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the ignition is turned to the off position.

Two stage unlocking may be disabled or re-enabled by simultaneously pressing the two stage unlock allows all vehicle doors to unlock simultaneously). The

turn lamps will flash twice to indicate that two-stage unlock was enabled or disabled.

and release again within five seconds to unlock all the doors.

and controls on the IKT for four seconds (disabling

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Opening front windows and moon roof (if equipped)

Press and hold for more than two seconds in order to begin opening the two front windows and moon roof (if equipped).

• The will complete the opening operation. Note: If the moon roof is in the vent range, the moon roof will move to full vent.

• If any other remote entry transmitter control is pressed during the opening operation, both windows and moon roof movement will stop.

Note: The ignition must be in the off position and the accessory delay feature must be not activated in order for this feature to operate.

Locking the doors

1. Press and release to lock all the doors. The turn lamps will flash.

2. Press

the doors are closed. Note: The doors will lock again, the horn will chirp and the turn lamps will flash once if all the doors and trunk are closed.

Note: If any door or the trunk is not closed, or if the hood is not closed in vehicles equipped with the perimeter alarm feature, the horn will chirp twice and the lamps will not flash.

Car finder

Press lamps will flash. It is recommended that this method be used to locate

your vehicle, rather than using the panic alarm.

control can then be released and the windows and moon roof

and release again within three seconds to confirm that all

twice within three seconds. The horn will chirp and the turn

Sounding a panic alarm

Press will flash for a maximum of three minutes. Press again or turn the ignition to the on position to deactivate, or wait for the alarm to time out in three minutes.

Note: The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the off position.

Opening the trunk

Press twice within three seconds to open the trunk.

• Ensure that the trunk is closed and latched before driving your vehicle. Failure to properly latch the trunk may cause objects to fall out or block the driver’s rear view.

to activate the alarm. The horn will sound and the turn lamps

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Memory feature

The Integrated Keyhead Transmitter allows you to recall the memory seat/mirror feature.

Press position. Note: The seat will not travel to it’s final position if the key is

not in the ignition and the easy entry feature is enabled.

Activating the memory feature

To activate this feature:

1. Position the seat and mirrors to the desired position.

2. Press the SET control on the

driver’s door panel.

3. Within five seconds, press the 1

or 2 control on the driver’s door panel to associate with the Driver 1 or Driver 2 position.

4. Press the SET button again.

5. Within five seconds, press

the associated Integrated Keyhead

Transmitter.

6. Within five seconds, press the 1 or 2 control on the driver’s door panel

to associate with the Driver 1 or Driver 2 position.

7. Repeat this procedure for another Integrated Keyhead Transmitter if

desired.

Deactivating the memory feature

To deactivate this feature:

1. Press the SET control on the driver’s door panel.

2. Within five seconds, press

Transmitter which you would like to deactivate and then press the SET control on the driver’s door panel again.

3. Repeat this procedure for another Integrated Keyhead Transmitter if

desired.

to automatically move the seat/mirrors to the desired memory

or buttononthe

or control on the Integrated Keyhead

Replacing the battery

The Integrated Keyhead Transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent.

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To replace the battery:

1. Twist a thin coin in the slot of the

IKT near the key ring in order to remove the battery cover.

2. Do not wipe off any grease on the

battery terminals on the back surface of the circuit board.

3. Remove the old battery. Note: Please refer to local regulations when

disposing of transmitter batteries.

4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the instructions inside the IKT for the

correct orientation of the battery. Press the battery down to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity.

5. Snap the battery cover back onto the key.

Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the IKT to become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The IKT should operate normally after battery replacement.

Replacing lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs)

If you would like to have your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters reprogrammed because you lost one, or would like to buy additional IKTs, you can either reprogram them yourself, or take all IKTs to your authorized dealer for reprogramming.

How to reprogram your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs)

To program a new Integrated Keyhead Transmitter yourself, refer to

Programming spare keys in the SecuriLock™ passive anti-theft system section of this chapter. Note: At least two IKTs are required to

perform this procedure yourself.

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Illuminated entry

The interior lamps and puddle lamps (if equipped) illuminate when the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter or the keyless entry system keypad is used to unlock the door(s).

The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if:

• the ignition is turned to the on position,

• the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter lock control is pressed, or

• the vehicle is locked using the keyless entry keypad, or

• after 25 seconds of illumination.

The inside lights will not turn off if:

• they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or

• any door is open.

Perimeter lamps illuminated entry

With the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter system, the following items will illuminate when the

• Fog lamps

• Park lamps

• Tail lamps

The lamps will automatically turn off:

• if the ignition switch is turned to the 3 (on) position, or

• the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter lock control is pressed, or

• the vehicle is locked using the keyless entry keypad, or

• after 25 seconds of illumination.

Note: On some vehicles, the perimeter lamps illuminated entry feature will not activate in daylight conditions.

Deactivating/activating perimeter lamps illuminated entry

You may enable/disable this feature by having your vehicle serviced by your authorized dealer.

You may also perform the following power door lock sequence to enable/disable the perimeter lamps feature. Note: Before starting, ensure the ignition is in the 1 (off) position and all vehicle doors are closed. You must complete Steps 1–5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, wait a minimum of 30 seconds before beginning again.

(unlock) control on the transmitter is pressed:

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1. Place the key in the ignition and

turn the ignition to the 3 (on) position.

2. Press the power door unlock

control on the door panel three times.

3. Turn the ignition from the 3 (on)

position to the 1 (off) position.

4. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times.

5. Turn the ignition back to the 3 (on) position. The horn will chirp one

time to confirm programming mode has been entered and is active.

6. Press the power door unlock control twice within five seconds.

Note: The horn will chirp once to indicate the perimeter lighting feature has been deactivated. The horn will chirp once and honk once (one short and one long) to indicate the perimeter lighting feature has been activated.

7. Turn the ignition to the 1 (off) position to exit the procedure. Note:

The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete.

Illuminated exit

• When all vehicle doors are closed and the key is removed from the ignition, the interior dome lamps (and the exterior mirror puddle lamps, if equipped) will illuminate.

The lights will turn off if all the doors remain closed and

• 25 seconds elapse, or

• the key is inserted in the ignition.

Battery saver

The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 1 (off) position.

• If the dome lamps were turned on using the panel dimmer control, the battery saver will shut them off 30 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 1 (off) position.

• If the courtesy lamps were turned on because one of the vehicle doors or the trunk was opened, the battery saver will shut off them off 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 1 (off) position.

• The battery saver will shut off the headlamps 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 1 (off) position.

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KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM

You can use the keyless entry keypad to:

• lock or unlock the doors without using a key.

• open the trunk.

• recall memory seat/power mirrors positions (if equipped).

The keypad can be operated with the factory set 5–digit entry code; this code is located on the owner’s wallet card in the glove box and is available from your authorized dealer. You can also create up to three of your own 5–digit personal entry codes.

When pressing the controls on the keypad, press the middle of the controls to ensure a good activation.

Programming a personal entry code and keypad association to memory seats and mirrors (if equipped)

To create your own personal entry code:

1. Enter the factory set code.

2. Within five seconds press the 1 • 2 on the keypad.

3. Enter your personal 5-digit code. Each number must be entered

within five seconds of each other.

4. For memory recall feature, enter the sixth digit 1 • 2 to store driver 1

settings or 3 • 4 to store driver 2 settings. Note: Pressing 5 • 6, 7 • 8, or 9 • 0 keypad numbers as a sixth digit

will not recall a driver memory setting. Note: The factory-set code cannot be associated with a memory setting.

5. The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that your personal entry

code has been programmed to the module.

Tips:

• Do not set a code that uses five of the same number.

• Do not use five numbers in sequential order.

• The factory set code will work even if you have set your own personal

code.

Erasing personal code

1. Enter the factory set 5–digit code.

2. Within five seconds, press the 1 • 2 on the keypad and release.

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3. Press and hold the 1 • 2 for two seconds. This must be done within

five seconds of completing Step 2. All personal codes are now erased and only the factory set 5–digit code

will work.

Anti-scan feature

If the wrong code has been entered seven times (35 consecutive button presses), the keypad will go into an anti-scan mode. This mode disables the keypad for one minute and the keypad lamp will flash.

The anti-scan feature will turn off after:

• one minute of keypad inactivity.

• pressing the

your Integrated Keyhead Transmitter.

• the ignition is turned on.

Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry

To unlock the driver’s door, enter the factory set 5-digit code or your personal code. Each number must be pressed within five seconds of each other. The interior lamps will illuminate. Note: If the two-stage unlocking feature is disabled, all doors will unlock; for more information regarding two-stage unlocking, refer to the Unlocking the doors/Two stage unlock section earlier in this chapter.

To unlock all doors, enter the factory set code or your personal code, then press the 3 • 4 control within five seconds.

To open the trunk, enter the factory set code or your personal code, then press the 5 • 6 control within five seconds.

To lock all doors, press the 7 • 8 and the 9 • 0 at the same time (with the driver’s door closed). You do not need to enter the keypad code first.

control on the remote entry transmitter portion of

SECURILOCK™ PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM

SecuriLock™ passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization system. This system is designed to help prevent the engine from being started unless a coded Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT) programmed to your vehicle is used. The use of the wrong type of coded key may lead to a “no-start” condition.

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Your vehicle comes with two coded Integrated Keyhead Transmitters; additional coded IKTs may be purchased from your authorized dealer. Standard SecuriLock™ keys without remote entry transmitter functionality can also be purchased from your authorized dealer if desired. The authorized dealer can program your spare IKTs to your vehicle or you can program the IKTs yourself. Refer to Programming spare keys for instructions on how to program the coded key.

Note: The SecuriLock™ passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection.

Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the same key chain may cause vehicle starting issues. You need to prevent these objects from touching the coded IKT while starting the engine. These objects will not cause damage to the coded IKT, but may cause a momentary issue if they are too close to the IKT when starting the engine. If a problem occurs, turn the ignition off, remove all objects on the key chain away from the coded IKT and restart the engine.

Note: Do not leave a duplicate coded key in the vehicle. Always take your keys and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle.

Anti-theft indicator

The anti-theft indicator is located in the instrument panel cluster.

• When the ignition is in the off position, the indicator will flash once every two seconds to indicate the SecuriLock™ system is functioning as a theft deterrent.

• When the ignition is in the on position, the indicator will glow for three seconds to indicate normal system functionality.

If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock™ system, the indicator will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the on position. If this occurs, the vehicle will not start and should be taken to an authorized dealer for service.

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Automatic arming

The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the off position.

The theft indicator will flash every two seconds to act as a theft deterrent when the vehicle is armed.

Automatic disarming

The vehicle is disarmed immediately after the ignition is turned to the on position.

The theft indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. If the theft indicator stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your authorized dealer.

Replacement Integrated Keyless Transmitters (IKT) and coded keys

Note: Your vehicle comes equipped with two Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs). The IKT functions as both a programmed ignition key that operates all the locks and starts the vehicle, as well as a remote keyless entry transmitter. A maximum of eight coded keys can be programmed to your vehicle; only four of these eight keys can be IKTs with remote entry functionality.

If your IKTs or standard SecuriLock™ coded keys are lost or stolen and you don’t have an extra coded key, you will need to have your vehicle towed to an authorized dealer. The key codes need to be erased from your vehicle and new coded keys will need to be programmed.

Replacing coded keys can be very costly. Store an extra programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to help prevent any inconveniences. Please visit an authorized dealer to purchase additional spare or replacement keys.

Programming spare keys

You can program your own Integrated Keyhead Transmitters or standard SecuriLock™ coded keys to your vehicle. This procedure will program both the engine immobilizer keycode and the remote entry transmitter portion of the IKT to your vehicle. Note: A maximum of eight coded keys can be programmed to your vehicle; only four of these eight can be IKTs with remote entry functionality.

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Tips:

• Only use Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs) or standard SecuriLock™ keys.

• You must have two previously programmed coded keys (keys that already operate your vehicle’s engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible.

• If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you must take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed.

Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin.

1. Insert the first previously

programmed coded key into the ignition.

2. Turn the ignition from the 1 (off)

position to the 3 (on) position. Keep the ignition in the 3 (on) position for at least three seconds, but no more than 10 seconds.

3. Turn the ignition to the 1 (off) position and remove the first coded

key from the ignition.

4. Within 10 seconds of turning the ignition to the 1 (off) position, insert

the second previously coded key into the ignition.

5. Turn the ignition from the 1 (off) position to the 3 (on) position. Keep

the ignition in the 3 (on) position for at least three seconds, but no more than 10 seconds.

6. Turn the ignition to the 1 (off) position and remove the second

previously programmed coded key from the ignition.

7. Within 20 seconds of turning the ignition to the 1 (off) position and

removing the previously programmed coded key, insert the new unprogrammed key (new key/valet key) into the ignition.

8. Turn the ignition from the 1 (off) position to the 3 (on) position. Keep

the ignition in the 3 (on) position for at least six seconds.

9. Remove the newly programmed coded key from the ignition.

If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle’s engine and will operate the remote entry system (if the new key is an Integrated Keyhead Transmitter). The theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds and then go out to indicate successful programming.

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If the key was not successfully programmed, it will not start your vehicle’s engine and/or will not operate the remote entry features. The theft indicator light may flash on and off. Wait 20 seconds and you may repeat Steps 1 through 8. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the new key(s) programmed.

To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), wait 20 seconds and then repeat this procedure from Step 1.

PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM

The perimeter anti-theft system will help protect your vehicle from unauthorized entry.

If there is any potential perimeter anti-theft problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL Integrated Keyhead Transmitters are brought to the authorized dealer to aid in troubleshooting.

Arming the system

When armed, this system will respond if unauthorized entry is attempted. When unauthorized entry occurs, the system will flash the turn signal lamps and will sound the horn.

The system is ready to arm whenever the key is in the 1(off) position, or is removed from the ignition. Either of the following actions will prearm the alarm system:

• Press the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter.

When you press the lock control twice within three seconds on the remote entry transmitter portion of your IKT, the horn will chirp once to let you know that all doors, the hood and the trunk are closed. If any of these are not closed, the horn will chirp twice to warn you that a door, the hood or the trunk is still open.

• Press the driver or passenger interior door lock control while the door is open, then close the door.

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