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EXTERIOR LIGHTS  ...................................43
Headlight Switch .................................... 43
Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) ............ 43
High Beam Headlights  .......................... 44
Automatic Headlights ............................ 44
Flash-To-Pass ......................................... 44
Automatic High Beam Headlights —
If Equipped ............................................. 44 Parking Lights  ....................................... 45
Headlight Off Delay ................................ 45
Rear Fog Lights ...................................... 45
Adaptive Headlight System — 
If Equipped ............................................. 45 Turn Signals  .......................................... 45
Lane Change Assist ............................... 45
INTERIOR LIGHTS  ....................................45
Front Map Reading Lights ..................... 46
Interior Ambient Lighting  ...................... 46
Rear Overhead Light  ............................. 47
Instrument Panel Dimmer Control ........ 47
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS....47
Windshield Wiper Operation ................. 48
Rain Sensing Wipers.............................. 48
Rear Window Wiper/Washer................. 49
Headlamp Washers — If Equipped ....... 49
CLIMATE CONTROLS  ...............................49
Automatic Dual-Zone Climate
Control System  ...................................... 50
INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT ... 56
Glove Compartment ...............................56
Center Console .......................................56
Rear Armrest ..........................................56
Power Outlets  ........................................ 57
Cigar Lighter And Ash Tray —
If Equipped .............................................58 Wireless Charging Pad —
If Equipped .............................................58
POWER WINDOWS................................... 59
Power Window Controls .........................59
Auto-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch
Protection ............................................... 59 Power Window System Initialization .....59
Wind Buffeting .......................................59
POWER SUNROOF — 
IF EQUIPPED  ........................................... 60
Power Sunroof ........................................ 60
Opening And Closing The Sunroof ........60
Venting Sunroof......................................61
Sunshade Operation ..............................61
Pinch Protect Feature ............................61
Re-Initialization Procedure ....................61
Sunroof Maintenance ............................61
HOOD  ...................................................... 62
Opening The Hood ................................. 62
Closing The Hood ...................................62
POWER LIFTGATE  ................................... 62
Opening...................................................62
Closing ....................................................64
Re-Initialization Procedure ....................65
Cargo Area Features ..............................66
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR 
INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES  ........... 68
Instrument Cluster  ............................... 68
Instrument Cluster Descriptions .......... 69
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ........... 70
Instrument Cluster Display
Description ............................................. 70 Reconfigurable Instrument Cluster 
Display .................................................... 70 Reconfigurable Display Items ............... 70
Customer Programmable Settings ....... 73
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ON 
THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ....................... 74
Red Warning Lights ............................... 75
Amber Warning Lights ........................... 76
Green Indicator Lights........................... 78
Blue Indicator Lights ............................. 79
Red Symbols .......................................... 79
Amber Symbols ...................................... 80
Green Symbols ...................................... 83
Blue Symbols ......................................... 84
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM ............ 84
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) 
Cybersecurity ......................................... 84
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND 
MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS .................... 85
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS  ............ 183
SOS EMERGENCY CALL — 
IF EQUIPPED  ......................................... 183
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING............. 186
General Instructions ............................186
Jack Information And Usage 
Precautions ..........................................186 Changing Procedure ............................186
TIRE SERVICE KIT —
IF EQUIPPED  ......................................... 189
Description ...........................................189
Inflation Procedure .............................. 190
Checking And Restoring Tire
Pressure ...............................................191
JUMP STARTING  ................................... 192
Remote Battery Connection Posts......192
Jump Starting Procedure.....................194
Bump Starting ...................................... 195
ENGINE OVERHEATING ......................... 195
MANUAL PARK RELEASE ....................... 196
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE  ............ 196
Four-Wheel Drive (AWD) Models ........ 197
TOW EYES .............................................. 197
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE 
SYSTEM (EARS)  ..................................... 198
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ............ 198
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING ....................... 199
Periodic Checks ................................... 199
Heavy Usage Of The Vehicle ............... 199
Maintenance Plan — 2.0L Engine ...... 200
Maintenance Plan — 2.9L Engine ...... 202
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ....................... 204
Checking Levels — 2.0L Engine .......... 204
Checking Levels — 2.9L Engine .......... 205
Engine Oil ............................................. 205
Engine Coolant Fluid ........................... 206
Washer Fluid For Windshield/
Headlights ............................................ 206 Brake Fluid ........................................... 207 Automatic Transmission Activation
System Oil ............................................ 207 Useful Advice For Extending The
Life Of Your Battery ............................. 207 Battery ................................................. 207
Pressure Washing ............................... 208
BATTERY RECHARGING......................... 208
Important Notes .................................. 208
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ....................... 209
Engine Oil............................................. 209
Engine Oil Filter ................................... 209
Engine Air Cleaner Filter ..................... 209
Air Conditioning System 
Maintenance ....................................... 209 Lubricating Moving Parts Of 
The Bodywork ...................................... 210 Windshield Wiper ................................ 210
Exhaust System ................................... 212
Cooling System.................................... 212
Braking System ................................... 213
Automatic Transmission ..................... 214
Replacing The Battery......................... 214
Fuses ................................................... 214
Bulb Replacement .............................. 220
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SYMBOL GLOSSARY
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SYMBOL GLOSSARY
Some car components have colored labels with symbols indicating 
precautions to be observed when using this component. It is important to 
follow all warnings when operating your vehicle. See below for the definition 
of each symbol  
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NOTE:
Warning and Indicator lights are different based upon equipment options 
and current vehicle status. Some telltales are optional and may not appear.
Red Warning Lights
Air Bag Warning Light 
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   Brake Warning Light
 
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Electronic Braking Force Distribution (EBD) Failure  
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Oil Temperature Warning Light  
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Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light  
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Amber Warning Lights
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light  
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Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator Light  
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Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light  
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Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)  
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Forward Collision Warning (FCW) System  
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Fuel Reserve/Limited Range  
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Rear Fog Lights  
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Tire Pressure Low Warning Light  
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light  
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Amber Warning Lights
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Green Warning Lights
Automatic High Beam Indicator Light 
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Left Turn Signal Indicator Light  
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Parking/Headlights On Indicator Light  
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Right Turn Signal Indicator Light  
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Blue Warning Lights
High Beam Indicator Light 
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Red Symbols
Alfa Steering Torque (AST) Failure  
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Alternator Failure  
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Automatic Transmission Failure  
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Brake Disc Temperature 
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Driver Attention Assist (DAA) System Activation  
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Door Open
 
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   Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light
 
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Engine Coolant Temperature Too High  
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Hood Cap Not Properly Shut  
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Insufficient Engine Oil Level  
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Low Engine Oil Pressure  
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Power Steering Failure  
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Liftgate Not Properly Shut  
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Red Symbols
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SYMBOL GLOSSARY
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Amber Symbols
ABS Activation 
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Adaptive Front Lighting System Failure  
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Automatic High Beam Headlights Failure  
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Automatic Transmission Fluid Overheating  
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Audio System Failure  
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All Wheel Drive Failure  
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Blind Spot Monitoring System Failure  
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Dusk Sensor Failure  
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Dynamic Drive Control System Failure  
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Driver Attention Assist (DAA) System Failure  
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Electric Park Brake Failure 
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Engine Immobilizer Failure/Break-In Attempt  
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Engine Oil Change Required  
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Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Failure  
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Engine Oil Level Sensor Failure  
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Exterior Lights Failure  
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Forward Collision Warning (FCW) System Failure  
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Fuel Cut-Off Indicator Light  
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Fuel Level Sensor Failure  
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Fuel Cut-Off System Failure  
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Amber Symbols
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Programming And Requesting Additional 
Key Fobs
Programming the key fob may be performed by an 
authorized dealer.
NOTE:
Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, it 
cannot be repurposed and reprogrammed to 
another vehicle.
Only key fobs that are programmed to the 
vehicle electronics can be used to start and 
operate the vehicle.Duplication of key fobs may be performed at an 
authorized dealer. This procedure consists of 
programming a blank key fob to the vehicle 
electronics. A blank key fob is one that has never 
been programmed.
NOTE:
When having the Engine Immobilizer system 
serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an 
authorized dealer.
Keys must be ordered to the correct key cut to 
match the vehicle locks.
For Quadrifoglio models, if you need a 
replacement key fob, contact an authorized 
dealer.
ENGINE IMMOBILIZER 
SYSTEM
The Engine Immobilizer system prevents 
unauthorized use of the vehicle by disabling 
engine starting. The system does not need to be 
enabled or activated. Operation is automatic, 
regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or 
unlocked.
The system uses a key fob, keyless push button 
ignition and a Radio Frequency (RF) receiver to 
prevent unauthorized vehicle operation.  Therefore, only key fobs that are programmed to 
the vehicle can be used to start and operate the 
vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two 
seconds if an invalid key fob is used to start the 
engine.
After placing the ignition switch in the ON/RUN 
position, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for 
three seconds for a bulb check. If the light 
remains on after the bulb check, it indicates that 
there is a problem with the electronics. In 
addition, if the light begins to flash after the bulb 
check, it indicates that someone used an invalid 
key fob to start the engine. Either of these 
conditions will result in the engine being shut off 
after two seconds.
If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during 
normal vehicle operation (vehicle running for 
longer than 10 seconds), it indicates that there is 
a fault in the electronics. Should this occur, have 
the vehicle serviced as soon as possible by an 
authorized dealer.
All of the key fobs provided with your new vehicle 
have been programmed to the vehicle electronics  
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NOTE:
A key fob that has not been programmed is also 
considered an invalid key.
 WARNING!
The integrated key fob contains a coin cell 
battery. Do not ingest the battery; there is a 
chemical burn hazard. If the coin cell battery 
is swallowed, it can cause severe internal 
burns in just two hours and can lead to 
death.
If you think a battery may have been 
swallowed or placed inside any part of the 
body, seek immediate medical attention.
Keep new and used batteries away from 
children. If the battery compartment does 
not close securely, stop using the product 
and keep it away from children.
 CAUTION!
The battery replacement operation must be 
done with care, in order not to damage the
key fob.
 WARNING!
Always remove the key fobs from the vehicle 
and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle 
unattended.
Always remember to place the ignition in
the OFF position.
 CAUTION!
The Engine Immobilizer system is not 
compatible with some aftermarket remote 
starting systems. Use of these systems may 
result in vehicle starting problems and loss of 
security protection.
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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 parking lights will turn on and remain on 
during Remote Start mode.
For security, power window and power sunroof 
(if equipped) 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
Liftgate 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 
if the Remote Start button is pushed again, 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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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 
ignition is placed in the OFF position.
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.
Push the interior lock button on the rear door 
panel trim to lock the rear doors only.
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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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
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Reclining The Seatback 
To adjust the seatback, lift the recline lever 
located on the outboard side of the seat, lean 
back to the desired position and release the 
lever. To return the seatback, lift the lever, lean 
forward and release the lever.
SPLIT FOLDING REAR SEAT
The rear seat is a 40/20/40 seat that allows the 
luggage compartment to be partially or totally 
extended.Split Folding Rear Seat
Central Seatback Section Tilting
Before tilting the seatback, make sure that the 
rear center seat belt is not fastened and that 
there are no objects on the seat itself (if there are 
any, remove them).
Pull the release strap upward to release the 
central part of the seatback from its housing and 
tilt it forward using the head restraint. Center Seatback Section Tilting
Central Seatback Section Repositioning
Using the head restraint, lift the central portion 
upwards, manually guiding it back into place. 
Lightly push to make sure that it is properly 
latched. Make sure that the armrest is properly 
latched by gently trying to move it. If it is not 
latched, repeat the operation.
Repositioning The Seatbacks
Move the seat belts to the side, making sure that 
they are correctly extended and not twisted. Also 
make sure that they are not caught on anything 
behind the seatbacks of the seats. Then, lift the 
seatbacks by pushing them rearward until you 
hear the lock click into place on both attachment 
mechanisms.
 WARNING!
Adjusting a seat while driving may be 
dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could 
result in loss of control which could cause a 
collision and serious injury or death.
Seats should be adjusted before fastening 
the seat belts and while the vehicle is 
parked. Serious injury or death could result 
from a poorly adjusted seat belt.
Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that 
the shoulder belt is no longer resting against 
your chest. In a collision you could slide 
under the seat belt, which could result in 
serious injury or death.
 CAUTION!
Do not place any article under a power seat or 
impede its ability to move as it may cause 
damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may 
become limited if movement is stopped by an 
obstruction in the seat's path.
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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.Folding Mirror 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 
M
IRRORS — IF 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  
Push the rear defrost   button, located within 
the climate controls, to activate the heated 
mirrors.
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.
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