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REMOTE START —
IF EQUIPPED
This system uses the key fob to start the
engine conveniently from outside the
vehicle while still maintaining security.

NOTE:
Obstructions between the vehicle and key fob
may reduce this range
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HOW TO USE REMOTE START
Push the Remote Start button on the key fob
twice within five seconds. The vehicle doors will
lock, the turn signals will flash twice, and the horn
will chirp twice. Pushing the Remote Start button
a third time shuts the engine off.

NOTE:

With Remote Start, the engine will only run for
15 minutes.
Remote Start can only be used twice.
If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low,
the vehicle will start and then shut down in 10
seconds.
The park lamps will turn on and remain on
during Remote Start mode.
For security, power window operation is
disabled when the vehicle is in the Remote
Start mode.
The ignition must be placed in the ACC position
before the Remote Start sequence can be
repeated for a third cycle.
All of the following conditions must be met before
the engine will remote start:
Gear selector in PARK
Doors closed
Hood closed
Trunk closed
Hazard switch off
Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not
pressed)
Battery at an acceptable charge level
Panic button not pushed
System not disabled from previous Remote
Start event
Vehicle Security system indicator flashing
Ignition in OFF position
Fuel level meets minimum requirement
Vehicle Security system is not signaling an
intrusion
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is not
illuminated
TO EXIT REMOTE START MODE
To drive the vehicle after starting the Remote
Start system, either push and release the unlock
button on the key fob to unlock the doors, or
unlock the vehicle using Passive Entry via the
door handles, and disarm the Vehicle Security
system (if equipped). Then, prior to the end of the
15 minute cycle, push and release the START/
STOP ignition button while pressing the brake
pedal.
The Remote Start system will turn the engine off
with another push and release of the Remote
Start button on the key fob, or if the engine is
allowed to run for the entire 15 minute cycle.
REMOTE START COMFORT SYSTEMS —
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F EQUIPPED
When Remote Start is activated, the heated
steering wheel and front heated seat features will
automatically activate when ambient
temperature is less than 39°F (4°C). These
features will stay on through the duration of
Remote Start.

NOTE:
This feature can be activated through the radio
system. Refer to the Information and Entertain -
ment System Owner’s Manual Supplement for
further information.
WARNING!
Do not start or run an engine in a closed
garage or confined area. Exhaust gas
contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is
odorless and colorless. Carbon Monoxide is
poisonous and can cause serious injury or
death when inhaled.
Keep key fobs away from children. Operation
of the Remote Start system, windows, door
locks or other controls could cause serious
injury or death.
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VEHICLE SECURITY
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
The Vehicle Security system monitors the vehicle
doors, hood, trunk, and the keyless push button
ignition for unauthorized operation. It also
monitors movement inside the passenger
compartment (volumetric protection — if
equipped), cutting of battery cables, and
unexpected lifting/tilting of the vehicle (anti-lift
protection — if equipped).
While the Vehicle Security system is armed,
interior switches for door locks and trunk release
are disabled.
If something triggers the alarm, the Vehicle
Security system will provide the following audible
and visible signals:
The horn will pulse
The turn signals will flash
The Vehicle Security Light in the instrument
cluster will flash

NOTE:
The Vehicle Security system is activated by the
Engine Immobilizer system, which is automati-
cally activated when you get out of the vehicle
with the key fob and lock the doors.
TO ARM THE SYSTEM
Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security
system:
1. Make sure the vehicle’s ignition is placed in the OFF position.
2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the vehicle:
• Push the lock button on the interior power
door lock switch with the driver and/or passenger door open.
• Push the lock button on the exterior
Passive Entry door handle with a valid keyfob available in the same exterior zone

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• Push the lock button on the key fob.
3. If any doors (or trunk lid) are open, close them.
TO DISARM THE SYSTEM
The Vehicle Security system can be disarmed
using any of the following methods:
Push the unlock button on the key fob.
Grab the Passive Entry door handle to unlock
the door
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Cycle the ignition out of the OFF position to
disarm the system.

NOTE:

The driver's door key cylinder and trunk button
on the key fob cannot arm or disarm the
Vehicle Security system. Use of the door key
cylinder when the system is armed will sound
the alarm when the door is opened.
When the Vehicle Security system is armed,
the interior power door lock switches will not
unlock the doors.
The Vehicle Security system is designed to
protect your vehicle. However, you can create
conditions where the system will give you a false
alarm. If one of the previously described arming
sequences has occurred, the Vehicle Security
system will arm, regardless of whether you are in
the vehicle or not. If you remain in the vehicle and
open a door, the alarm will sound. If this occurs,
disarm the Vehicle Security system.
If the Vehicle Security system is armed and the
battery becomes disconnected, the Vehicle
Security system will remain armed when the
battery is reconnected; the exterior lights will
flash, and the horn will sound. If this occurs,
disarm the Vehicle Security system.

NOTE:
The alarm does not disarm when the doors are
unlocked by inserting the blade of the emergency
key (found inside the key fob) into the door
handle lock cylinder.
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VOLUMETRIC/ANTI-LIFT PROTECTION —
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F EQUIPPED
To ensure the correct operation of the
Volumetric/Anti-Lift Protection system,
completely close the side windows.
To disable the function, push the Volumetric/
Anti-Lift Protection button before activating the
alarm.
When the function is disabled, the light on the
Volumetric/Anti-Lift Protection button flashes for
several seconds.
Volumetric/Anti-Lift Protection Button
Any disabling of the Volumetric/Anti-Lift
Protection must be repeated each time the
instrument panel is switched off.
DOORS
POWER DOOR LOCKS
The power door lock switches are located on each
front door panel. Push the switch to lock or unlock
the doors.
Door Lock And Unlock Switch Panel
WARNING!
Do not leave children or animals inside
parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat
buildup may cause serious injury or death.
For personal security and safety in the event
of a collision, lock the vehicle doors as you
drive as well as when you park and leave the
vehicle.
Before exiting a vehicle, always shift the
automatic transmission into PARK, apply the
parking brake, turn the engine OFF, remove
the key fob from the vehicle and lock your
vehicle.
Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or
with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Allowing children to be in a vehicle
unattended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be seriously
or fatally injured. Children should be warned
not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal
or the gear selector.
Do not leave the key fob in or near the
vehicle, or in a location accessible to
children. A child could operate power
windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation for thieves.
Always remove the key fob from the vehicle
and lock all of the doors when leaving the
vehicle unattended.
WARNING!
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To Unlock/Enter The Trunk
With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry key fobs
close to the trunk, push the trunk lid release
button.Trunk Lid Release Button

NOTE:

If the key fob is left inside of the trunk, and an
attempt is made to close it from outside, the
trunk lid will not lock. With the doors locked,
the trunk lid unlocked, and the key fob
detected inside the vehicle, the trunk lid will
unlock again and the lights will flash twice.
Before driving, make sure the trunk lid is
closed correctly. To Lock The Trunk
With a valid Passive Entry key fob close to the
vehicle, push the Passive Entry trunk lid button,
which is located next to the exterior trunk lid
release button. All doors and the trunk lid will
lock. Door locking will activate the alarm as well.

NOTE:
The trunk lid may still be locked by pushing the
lock button on the key fob, pushing a Passive
Entry lock button on the front door handles, or
pushing the lock button on the interior door panel
of the vehicle

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AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS — IF EQUIPPED
The auto door lock feature default condition is
enabled. When enabled, the door locks will lock
automatically when the vehicle's speed exceeds
12 mph (20 km/h). The auto door lock feature is
enabled/disabled through the radio screen.
Refer to the Information and Entertainment
System Owner’s Manual Supplement for further
information.
CHILD-PROTECTION DOOR LOCK
S
YSTEM — REAR DOORS
To provide a safer environment for small children
riding in the rear seats, the rear doors are
equipped with a Child-Protection Door Lock
system. To use the system, open each rear door, use the
emergency key from the key fob or a flat
screwdriver and rotate the dial to the lock or
unlock position.
Child Safety Lock Positions

NOTE:

When the Child-Protection Door Lock system is
engaged, the door can be opened only by using
the outside door handle even though the
inside door lock is in the unlocked position.
After disengaging the Child-Protection Door
Lock system, always test the door from the
inside to make certain it is in the unlocked
position.
After engaging the Child-Protection Door Lock
system, always test the door from the inside to
make certain it is in the locked position.
For emergency exit with the system engaged,
pull up on the door lock knob (unlocked
position), roll down the window, and open the
door with the outside door handle.
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MANUAL ADJUSTMENT (REAR SEATS)
The rear seats allow for three passengers.Rear Seat
Split Folding Rear Seat
The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to
provide an additional storage area.
Extending the right side of the trunk allows you to
carry two passengers on the left part of the rear
seat, while extending the left side allows you to
carry one passenger.
Center Seatback Section Tilting
The center seatback can be tilted forward for a
“Ski Pass-Through” feature from the trunk.
Before tilting the seatback, make sure that the
rear center seat belt is not fastened and that
there are not any objects in the middle part of the
cushion.
Using the release strap, release the center part of
the seatback from its housing and tilt it using the
head restraint.Center Seatback Section Tilting
Center Seatback Section Repositioning
Using the head restraint, lift the center portion
upwards, accompanying it during its movement,
and lightly push to make sure that it is properly
attached. Make sure that the armrest is properly
attached by attempting to move it. If it is not
attached, repeat the operation.
To Lower Rear Seat
Either side of the rear seat can be lowered to
allow for extended cargo space and still maintain
some rear seating room.

NOTE:
Be sure that the front seats are fully upright and
positioned forward. This will allow the rear seat -
back to fold down easily.
1. Completely lower the rear seat head
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2. Place the seat belt so that it doesn't impede the movement of the seatback while tilting it.
WARNING!
Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the
top of the seatback. This could impair visibility
or become a dangerous projectile in a sudden
stop or collision.
WARNING!
The center rear seat provides minimum space
and limited occupant use. The center rear seat
has no LATCH child restraint anchorage
system and may not be used for
LATCH-equipped child car seats. See

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LATCH anchorage system.
The center rear seat has no adjustable head
restraint. No person should sit in the center
rear seat if the top of the seatback is below
the top of the person's ear or if the lap/
shoulder belt cannot be worn in the proper
position as described. See

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lap/shoulder operating instructions. Failure to
follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death in the event of a collision.
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3. From inside the luggage compartment, operate lever 1 to tilt the left part or lever 2 to
tilt the right part of the seatback; it will auto -
matically tilt forward. If necessary, assist the
seatback during the initial stage of tilting.
Seat Release Levers

NOTE:
You may experience deformation in the seat
cushion from the seat belt buckles if the seats are
left folded for an extended period of time. This is
normal and by simply unfolding the seats to the
open position, over time the seat cushion will
return to its normal shape. To Raise Rear Seat
Raise the rear seatback and lock it into place. If
interference from the cargo area prevents the
seatback from fully locking, you will have difficulty
returning the seat to its proper position.

NOTE:
Make sure the seat belts are in the front of the
seatback, and that they are not twisted, or
trapped behind the seatbacks.
Center Seatback Lowering
The center seatback can be folded forward for a
“Ski Pass-Through” feature from the trunk. Before
lowering the center seatback, make sure that the
rear center seat belt is not fastened and that
there are not any objects in the middle part of the
cushion.

Using the release strap, pull upward to release the
seatback and lower the center seatback forward.

Center Seatback Lowering
Center Seatback Repositioning
Using the head restraint, raise the center
seatback, and lightly push to make sure that it is
properly locked into place. If the seatback is not
locked, repeat the operation.
1 — Left Side Seat Release Lever
2 — Right Side Seat Release Lever
WARNING!

Be certain that the seatback is securely locked
into position. If the seatback is not securely
locked into position the seat will not provide the
proper stability for child seats and/or passen -
gers. In the event of a collision, an improperly
latched seatback could result in serious injury
or death.

WARNING!
Be certain that the seatback is securely
locked into position. If the seatback is not
securely locked into position the seat will not
provide the proper stability for child seats
and/or passengers. In the event of a collision,
an improperly latched seatback could result in
serious injury or death.
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Rear Head Restraint Adjustment
The height of the outboard head restraints can be
adjusted. The head restraint of the center seat
can only be removed. The height cannot be
adjusted.
For upward adjustment, pull up on the head
restraint until it clicks into place.
For downward adjustment, push in the
adjustment button and lower the head restraint
while holding the button to the desired height.Rear Head Restraint

NOTE:
To allow maximum visibility for the driver, if the
head restraints are not in use, lower the head
restraint all the way.
Head Restraint Removal
To remove adjustable head restraints, proceed as
follows:
1. Raise the head restraints to their maximum
height.
2. Push the adjustment button and the release button at the side of the two supports.
3. Remove the head restraints by pulling them upwards. To reinstall the head restraints, proceed as
follows:
1. Hold down both the adjustment button and
release button while placing the head
restraint post into the holes.
2. Then, reposition the head restraint to the appropriate height for the passengers.MIRRORS
AUTOMATIC DIMMING MIRROR
The rearview mirror can be adjusted up, down,
left, and right. The mirror should be adjusted to
center on the view through the rear window.
This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight
glare from vehicles behind you.
WARNING!
All occupants, including the driver, should
not operate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat
until the head restraints are placed in their
proper positions in order to minimize the risk
of neck injury in the event of a crash.
Head restraints should never be adjusted
while the vehicle is in motion. Driving a
vehicle with the head restraints improperly
adjusted or removed could cause serious
injury or death in the event of a collision.
1 — Adjustment Button
2 — Release Button
WARNING!
A loose head restraint thrown forward in a
collision or hard stop could cause serious
injury or death to occupants of the vehicle.
Always securely stow removed head
restraints in a location outside the occupant
compartment.
ALL the head restraints MUST be reinstalled
in the vehicle to properly protect the
occupants. Follow the preceding reinstal -
lation instructions prior to operating the
vehicle or occupying a seat.
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You can turn the feature on or off by pushing the
button at the base of the mirror.Electrochromic Mirror Power Button
VANITY MIRROR
On the driver and passenger sun visor, there is a
light which illuminates the sun visor mirror when
folded down. Sun Visor Mirror
The courtesy light turns on automatically by lifting
the cover.
Sun Visors
The sun visors are located at the sides of the
interior rearview mirror. They can be adjusted
forward and toward the side window.
To direct the visor toward the side window,
detach the visor from the interior rearview mirror
side hook and turn it towards the side window.
From this position, the sun visor can also be
extended toward the rear of the vehicle for
additional blockage of sunlight.
There are courtesy mirrors with lights on the back
of the sun visors. Rotate Sun Visor Toward Passenger Window

NOTE:
A rear facing child restraint system should never
be fitted in the front passenger seat. Always
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OUTSIDE POWER MIRRORS
The power mirror switch is located on the driver’s
side door trim panel.
To adjust the power mirrors, first select the
desired mirror using the power mirror control.
To adjust the selected mirror, push the knob in
the direction desired.

NOTE:

Once adjustment is complete, rotate the knob
to the neutral position to prevent accidental
movements.
The power mirrors can be adjusted with the
ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN position.
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning,
never spray any cleaning solution directly onto
the mirror. Apply the solution onto a clean
cloth and wipe the mirror clean.
1 — Sun Visor Mirror Cover
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Power Mirror Control
POWER FOLDING OUTSIDE MIRRORS
To fold the door mirrors in using the Power
Folding Mirror function, make sure the power
mirror control knob is in the neutral position, and
move the knob to the power folding position. Move the knob again to return the mirrors to the
driving position.
If the power mirror control knob is moved again
during door mirror folding (from closed to open
position and vice versa), the movement direction
is reversed.
Automatic Power Folding Mirrors
The exterior mirrors will fold in when exiting the
vehicle (the ignition is OFF, all doors are closed,
and the doors are locked). The mirrors return to
the driving position when the vehicle is then
unlocked.
If the door mirrors were folded using the power
mirror control knob, they can only be returned to
the driving position by moving the knob to the
power folding position again.

NOTE:
The power folding operation can be enabled only
when the vehicle speed is lower than 31 mph
(50 km/h).

OUTSIDE AUTOMATIC DIMMING MIRRORS —
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F EQUIPPED

The outside mirrors will automatically dim for
glare from vehicles behind you. This feature is
controlled by the inside automatic dimming
mirror. The mirrors will automatically adjust for
headlight glare when the inside mirror adjusts.
HEATED MIRRORS
These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This
feature will be activated whenever you push the
rear defrost button in the climate controls.
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR
OPENER (HOMELINK®)
HomeLink® Buttons
Use this QR code to access your
digital experience.
HomeLink® replaces up to
three hand-held transmitters
that operate devices such as
garage door openers, motorized
gates, lighting, or home security systems. The
HomeLink® unit is powered by your vehicle’s
12 Volt battery.
The HomeLink® buttons that are located in the
overhead console or sunvisor designate the
three different HomeLink® channels.
1 — Power Mirror Control Knob
A — Left
B — Right
C — Power Folding Position
D — Neutral
WARNING!
Vehicles and other objects seen in an outside
convex mirror will look smaller and farther
away than they really are. Relying too much on
side convex mirrors could cause you to collide
with another vehicle or other object. Use your
inside mirror when judging the size or distance
of a vehicle seen in a side convex mirror.
1 — HomeLink® Button 1
2 — HomeLink® Button 2
3 — HomeLink® Button 3
4 — HomeLink® Indicator
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To operate HomeLink®, push and release any
of the programmed HomeLink® buttons.
These buttons will activate the devices they
are programmed to with each press of the
corresponding HomeLink® button.
The HomeLink® indicator light is located
above the center button.

NOTE:
HomeLink® is disabled when the Vehicle Security
system is active
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN PROGRAMMING
H
OMELINK®
For efficient programming and accurate
transmission of the Radio Frequency (RF) signal,
it is recommended that a new battery be placed
in the hand-held transmitter of the device that is
being programmed to the HomeLink® system.
Make sure your hand-held transmitter is
programmed to activate the device you are trying
to program your HomeLink® button to.
Ensure that your vehicle is parked outside of the
garage before you begin programming.
It is recommended that you erase all the
channels of your HomeLink® before you use it for
the first time.
ERASING ALL THE HOMELINK®
C
HANNELS
To erase the channels, follow this procedure:
1. Place the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi -
tion. 2. Push and hold the two outside HomeLink®
buttons (I and III) for up to 20 seconds, or
until the HomeLink® indicator light flashes.

NOTE:
Erasing all channels should only be performed
when programming HomeLink® for the first time.
Do not erase channels when programming addi -
tional buttons.
IDENTIFYING WHETHER YOU HAVE A
R
OLLING CODE OR NON-ROLLING CODE
D
EVICE
Before programming a device to one of your
HomeLink® buttons, you must determine
whether the device has a rolling code or
non-rolling code.
Rolling Code Devices
To determine if your device has a rolling code, a
good indicator is its manufacturing date.
Typically, devices manufactured after 1995 have
rolling codes. A device with a rolling code will also
have a “LEARN” or “TRAIN” button located where
the antenna is attached to the device. The button
may not be immediately visible when looking at
the device. The name and color of the button may
vary slightly by manufacturer.

NOTE:
The “LEARN” or “TRAIN” button is not the button
you normally use to operate the device.
Non-rolling Code Devices
Most devices manufactured before 1995 will not
have a rolling code. These devices will also not
have a “LEARN” or “TRAIN” button.
PROGRAMMING HOMELINK® TO A
G
ARAGE DOOR OPENER
To program any of the HomeLink® buttons to
activate your garage door opener motor, proceed
as follows:

NOTE:
All HomeLink® buttons are programmed using
this procedure. You do not need to erase all chan -
nels when programming additional buttons.
1. Place the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi -
tion.
2. Place the garage door opener transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the
HomeLink® button you wish to program,
while keeping the HomeLink® indicator light
in view.
3. Push and hold the HomeLink® button you want to program while you push and hold the
garage door opener transmitter button you
are trying to replicate.
4. Continue to hold both buttons and observe the HomeLink® indicator light. The
HomeLink® indicator light will flash slowly
and then rapidly. Once this happens, release
both buttons.

NOTE:
Make sure the garage door opener motor is
plugged in before moving on to the rolling code/
non-rolling code final steps.
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