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Removing the Tailgate................................68
Security
Passive Anti-Theft System........................70
Anti-Theft Alarm...........................................70
Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................72
Audio Control..................................................72
Voice Control...................................................73
Cruise Control.................................................73
Information Display Control......................74
Horn....................................................................74
Wipers and Washers
Windshield Wipers........................................75
Autowipers.......................................................75
Windshield Washers....................................76
Lighting
General Information......................................77
Lighting Control..............................................77
Autolamps.......................................................78
Instrument Lighting Dimmer.....................78
Daytime Running Lamps............................79
Automatic High Beam Control.................79
Front Fog Lamps...........................................80
Direction Indicators.......................................81
Interior Lamps.................................................81
Ambient Lighting...........................................82
Cargo Lamps...................................................82
Windows and Mirrors
Power Windows.............................................83
Exterior Mirrors...............................................86
Interior Mirror...................................................87
Sun Visors........................................................88
Instrument Cluster
Gauges..............................................................89
Warning Lamps and Indicators................92
Audible Warnings and Indicators............95
Information Displays
General Information....................................96
Information Messages...............................104
Climate Control
Manual Climate Control.............................117
Automatic Climate Control......................118
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate.........................................................................120
Heated Rear Window.................................122
Heated Exterior Mirrors..............................122
Cabin Air Filter...............................................122
Remote Start.................................................123
Seats
Sitting in the Correct Position.................124
Head Restraints............................................124
Manual Seats................................................126
Power Seats...................................................127
Rear Seats......................................................129
Heated Seats................................................130
Rear Occupant Alert System
What is the Rear Occupant Alert System.........................................................................132
How Does the Rear Occupant AlertSystem Work.............................................132
Rear Occupant Alert System Precautions.........................................................................132
Rear Occupant Alert System Limitations.........................................................................132
Switching Rear Occupant Alert SystemOn and Off..................................................132
Rear Occupant Alert System Indicators.........................................................................133
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POWER WINDOWS
WARNING: Do not leave childrenor pets unattended in your vehicle.Failure to follow this instruction couldresult in personal injury or death.
WARNING: When closing thepower windows, verify they are free ofobstruction and make sure that childrenand pets are not in the proximity of thewindow openings.
Note:If you operate the switches oftenduring a short period of time the systemmight become inoperable for a certain timeto prevent damage due to overheating.
Note:If you operate both the switch on therelevant door and the switch for thatwindow on the driver’s door at the sametime, the window stops moving.
Note:You may hear a pulsing noise whenyou open just one of the windows. Lowerthe opposite window slightly to reduce thisnoise.
Driver Door Switches (Single Cab)
Press the switch to open thewindow.A
Lift the switch to close thewindow.B
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Driver Door Switches (Double Cab)
Press the switch to open thewindow.A
Lift the switch to close thewindow.B
Front and Rear Passenger DoorSwitches
Press the switch to open thewindow.A
Lift the switch to close thewindow.B
Opening and Closing the DriverSide Window Automatically
Press or lift the switch to the second actionpoint and release it.
Press again or lift it to stop the window.
Opening and Closing OtherWindows Automatically (If Equipped)
Press or lift the switch to the second actionpoint and release it.
Press again or lift it to stop the window.
Safety Switch for the RearWindows
Note:Once you press the safety switch, youcan still operate the rear windows and frontpassenger window from the driver door ifyou have global opening and closing.
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Note: In vehicles without global openingand closing, you cannot operate the rearwindows from driver side when you pressthe safety switch. In certain vehicles, youcannot operate front passenger windowsas well.
Press the control to lock or unlock the rearwindow controls.
Resetting the Memory of theElectric Windows - Vehicle withOne Touch Up/Down on DriverSide only
Note:The bounce back feature remainsturned off until you reset the memory.
In the event of a flat battery or after thebattery is disconnected from the vehicle,you must reset the memory for the driverwindow.
1.Open the window and then try to closeit using the one-touch feature.
2.Lift and hold the switch to the secondaction point until you fully close thewindow.
3.Lift and hold the switch for more thantwo seconds and release.
4.Open the window using the first actionpoint and try to close it automaticallyusing the second action point.
5.If the window does not open or closeautomatically when you press theswitch or lift it to the second actionpoint, repeat the procedure.
Safety Mode
Note:The anti-trap function is not activeduring this procedure.
If the system detects a malfunction, itenters a safety mode. The windows movea little at a time and then stop again. Closethe windows by pressing the switch againwhen the windows stop moving.
Contact an authorized dealer.
Bounce-Back
The window automatically stops andreverses some distance if it detects anobstacle when closing.
Overriding the Bounce-Back Feature
WARNING: If you overridebounce-back, the window does notreverse if it detects an obstacle. Takecare when closing the windows to avoidpersonal injury or damage to yourvehicle.
Proceed as follows to override thisprotection feature when there is aresistance, for example in winter:
1.Close the window twice until it reachesthe point of resistance and let itreverse.
2.Close the window a third time to thepoint of resistance. The bounce-backfeature is now disabled and you canclose the window manually. Thewindow will go past the point ofresistance and you can close it fully.
See an authorized dealer as soon aspossible if the window does not close afterthe third attempt.
Resetting the Bounce-Back Feature
Note:The bounce-back feature remainsturned off until you reset the memory.
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If you disconnect the battery, you mustreset the bounce-back memory separatelyfor each window.
1.Lift and hold the switch until you fullyclose the window.
2.Release the switch.
3.Lift the switch again for one second.
4.Press and hold the switch until you fullyclose the window.
5.Release the switch.
6.Lift and hold the switch until you fullyclose the window.
7.Open the window and then try to closeit automatically.
8.Reset and repeat the procedure if thewindow does not close automatically.
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Power Exterior Mirrors (If Equipped)
WARNING: Do not adjust themirrors when your vehicle is moving. Thiscould result in the loss of control of yourvehicle, serious personal injury or death.
Left-hand side.A
Off.B
Right-hand side.C
Press the arrows to adjust the mirror.
Fold Away Exterior Mirrors
Push the mirror toward the door windowglass.
Make sure that you fully engage the mirrorin its support when returning it to itsoriginal position.
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Power-Folding Mirrors (If Equipped)
The power folding mirrors operate with theignition on.
Note:The mirrors no longer operate if youswitch the ignition off.
Press the button to fold the mirrors inward.
Release the button to stop and reverse thedirection of movement, or to fold themirrors outward.
Loose Mirror
If you manually fold your power-foldingmirrors, they may not work properly evenafter you re-position them. You need toreset them if:
•The mirrors vibrate when you drive.
•The mirrors feel loose.
•The mirrors do not stay in the folded orunfolded position.
•One of the mirrors is not in its normaldriving position.
To reset the power-fold feature:
1.Push the mirrors fully forward.
2.Press the mirror folding switch andguide the mirror to detent point, youwill hear a click at this point.
3.Let the mirror fold toward your vehicleon its own.
4.Verify by pressing the mirror foldingswitch to fold mirrors inward and backout 2 or 3 times.
Note:You may hear a loud noise as youreset the power-folding mirrors. This soundis normal. Repeat this process as neededeach time you manually fold the mirrors.
Heated Exterior Mirrors (If Equipped)
The heated exterior mirrors will removeice, mist and fog. See Heated RearWindow (page 122).
Signal Indicator Mirrors (If Equipped)
The outer portion of the appropriate mirrorhousing blinks when you switch on thedirection indicator.
Puddle Lamps (If Equipped)
The lamps on the bottom part of the mirrorhousing light when you use yourtransmitter to unlock the doors or whenyou open a door.
Blind Spot Information System (If
Equipped)
See Blind Spot Information System(page 206).
INTERIOR MIRROR
WARNING: Do not adjust themirrors when your vehicle is moving. Thiscould result in the loss of control of yourvehicle, serious personal injury or death.
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Manual Dimming Mirror
Pull the tab below the mirror toward youto reduce the effect of bright light frombehind.
Automatic Dimming Mirror (If Equipped)
The mirror dims to reduce the effect ofbright light from behind. It returns tonormal when the bright light from behindis no longer present or if you shift intoreverse (R).
Do not block the sensors on the front andback of the mirror.
Note:A rear center passenger or raised rearcenter head restraint could prevent lightfrom reaching the sensor.
SUN VISORS
Rotate the sun visor toward the sidewindow and extend it rearward for extrashade.
Illuminated Vanity Mirror (If Equipped)
Lift the cover to switch the lamp on.
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Defogging the Side Windows in Cold Weather
Automatic climate controlManual climate control
Press the defrost button.Direct air to the windshield using the airdistribution buttons.1
Adjust the temperature control to thedesired setting. Use 72°F (22°C) as astarting point, then adjust the setting asnecessary.
Press A/C.2
Adjust the temperature control to thedesired setting.3
Adjust the fan speed to the highestsetting.4
HEATED REAR WINDOW (IF
EQUIPPED)
Press the button to clear the rearwindow of thin ice and fog. Theheated rear window turns offafter a short period of time.
Note:Do not use harsh chemicals, razorblades or other sharp objects to clean orremove decals from the inside of the heatedrear window. The vehicle warranty may notcover damage to the heated rear windowgrid lines.
HEATED EXTERIOR MIRRORS
(IF EQUIPPED)
When you switch the heated rear windowon, the heated exterior mirrors turn on.
Note:Do not remove ice from the mirrorswith a scraper or adjust the mirror glasswhen it is frozen in place.
Note:Do not clean the mirror housing orglass with harsh abrasives, fuel or otherpetroleum-based cleaning products. Thevehicle warranty may not cover damagecaused to the mirror housing or glass.
CABIN AIR FILTER
Your vehicle is equipped with a cabin airfilter, which gives you and your passengersthe following benefits:
•It improves your driving comfort byreducing particle concentration.
•It improves the interior compartmentcleanliness.
•It protects the climate controlcomponents from particle deposits.
You can locate the cabin air filter behindthe glove box.
Note:Make sure you have a cabin air filterinstalled at all times. This prevents foreignobjects from entering the system. Runningthe system without a filter in place couldresult in degradation or damage to thesystem.
Replace the filter at regular intervals. SeeScheduled Maintenance (page 416).
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For additional cabin air filter information,or to replace the filter, see an authorizeddealer.
REMOTE START (IF EQUIPPED)
You can switch this feature on or off andadjust the settings using the informationdisplay controls. See InformationDisplays (page 96).
The climate control system adjusts theinterior temperature during remote start.
You cannot adjust the climate controlsetting during remote start operation.Switch the ignition on to makeadjustments.
Based on your remote start settings, thefollowing vehicle-dependent features mayor may not remain on after remote startingyour vehicle:
•Climate controlled seats.
•Heated steering wheel.
•Heated mirrors.
•Heated rear window.
•Windshield wiper de-icer.
Note:For dual zone climate controlledseats, the passenger seat setting defaultsto match the driver seat during remote start.
Automatic Settings
If Auto is on, the system sets the interiortemperature to 72°F (22°C) and heats orcools the vehicle interior as required toachieve comfort.
Note:In cold weather, the heated rearwindow and heated mirrors turn on.
Last Settings
If Last Settings is on, the system uses thesettings last selected before you turnedoff the vehicle.
Heated and Cooled Features
In Auto mode, certain heated features mayswitch on during cold weather, and cooledfeatures during hot weather.
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Coverage area of up to 28 in (70 cm) fromthe front bumper. The coverage areadecreases at the outer corners.
When your vehicle approaches an object,a warning tone sounds. When your vehiclemoves closer to an object, the warningtone repeat rate increases. The warningtone sounds continuously when an objectis 12 in (30 cm) or less from the frontbumper.
You can switch the system off through theinformation display menu or from thepop-up message that appears once youshift the transmission into reverse (R). SeeGeneral Information (page 96). If yourvehicle has a parking aid button, you canswitch the system off by pressing thebutton.
Obstacle Distance Indicator (If
Equipped)
The system provides obstacle distanceindication through the information display.
The indicator displays:
•As the distance to the obstacledecreases the indicator blocksilluminate and move towards thevehicle icon.
•If there is no obstacle detected, thedistance indicator blocks turn grey.
If the transmission is in reverse (R), thefront sensing system provides audiowarnings when your vehicle is moving andthe detected obstacle is moving towardsyour vehicle. Once the vehicle is stationary,the audio warning stops after two seconds.Visual indication is always present inreverse (R).
If the transmission is in drive (D) or anyother forward gear (for example, low (L),sport (S) or any forward gear in a manualtransmission), the front sensing systemprovides audio and visual warnings whenyour vehicle is moving below a speed of5 mph (8 km/h) and an obstacle is insidethe detection area. Once the vehicle isstationary, the audio warning stops aftertwo seconds and the visual indicationstops after four seconds. If the obstaclesdetected are within 12 in (30 cm), thevisual indication remains on.
If the transmission is in neutral (N), thesystem provides visual indication onlywhen your vehicle is moving at 5 mph(8 km/h) or below and an obstacle isinside the detection area. Once your vehicleis stationary, the visual indication stopsafter four seconds.
REAR VIEW CAMERA
WARNING: The rear view camerasystem is a reverse aid supplementdevice that still requires the driver to useit in conjunction with the interior andexterior mirrors for maximum coverage.
WARNING: Objects that are closeto either corner of the bumper or underthe bumper, might not be seen on thescreen due to the limited coverage of thecamera system.
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