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1.Air Vents 0197.
2. Exterior Lamp Controls 0132.
Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and
Lane-Change Signals 0135.
3. Instrument Cluster (Base and Midlevel)
098 or
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0101.
4. Windshield Wiper/Washer 092.
Rear Window Wiper/Washer 093.
5. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp
System 0134.
6. Infotainment. See Overview0140.
7. Dual Automatic Climate Control System
0192.
8. USB Port 0148 (If Equipped).
9. Wireless Charging 095 (If Equipped).
10. Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 042
(If Equipped).
11.
|Hazard Warning Flashers 0135.
gTraction Control/Electronic Stability
Control 0227.
XPark Assist Switch. See Assistance
Systems for Parking or Backing 0241 (If
Equipped). 12.
Driver Mode Control 0229.
13.
ALane Keep Assist (LKA) 0253 (If
Equipped).
5Hill Descent Control (HDC) 0228 (If
Equipped).
14.
hAuto Stop Disable Button. See Stop/
Start System 0215 (If Equipped).
15. Power Outlets 094.
16. Shift Switches. See Automatic
Transmission 0220.
17. ENGINE START/STOP Button. See Starting
the Engine 0214.
18. Steering Wheel Controls 091 (If
Equipped).
Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base
Level) 0116 or
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Midlevel
and Uplevel) 0118.
19. Horn 092.
20. Steering Wheel Adjustment 091. 21.
Cruise Control 0230.
Adaptive Cruise Control (Advanced) 0232
(If Equipped).
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
0 246 (If Equipped).
Heated Steering Wheel 091 (If
Equipped).
22. Hood Release. See Hood0271.
23. Instrument Panel Illumination Control
0136 (Out of View).
Head-Up Display (HUD) 0120 (If
Equipped).
24. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). SeeMalfunction Indicator Lamp (Check
Engine Light) 0108.
25. Electric Parking Brake 0225.

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To customize the doors to automatically lock
when exiting the vehicle, see“Remote Lock,
Unlock, Start” underVehicle Personalization
0 124.
Temporary Disable of Passive Locking
Temporarily disable passive locking by
pressing and holding
Kon the interior door
switch with a door open for at least
four seconds, or until three chimes are
heard. Passive locking will then remain
disabled until
Qon the interior door is
pressed, or until the vehicle is turned on.
Remote Left in Vehicle Alert
When the vehicle is turned off and an RKE
transmitter is left in the vehicle, the horn
will chirp three times after all doors are
closed. To turn on or off, see Vehicle
Personalization 0124.
Remote No Longer in Vehicle Alert
If the vehicle is on with a door open, and
then all doors are closed, the vehicle will
check for RKE transmitters inside. If an RKE
transmitter is not detected, the Driver
Information Center (DIC) will display NO
REMOTE DETECTED and the horn will chirp
three times. This occurs only once each time
the vehicle is driven. To turn on or off, see
Vehicle Personalization
0 124.
Keyless Liftgate Opening
Press the touch pad on the liftgate handle
to open the liftgate if the RKE transmitter is
within 1 m (3 ft).
Key Access
To access a vehicle with a dead transmitter
battery, see Door Locks015.Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle
Only RKE transmitters programmed to the
vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or
stolen, a replacement can be purchased and
programmed through your dealer. The
vehicle can be reprogrammed so that lost or
stolen transmitters no longer work. Each
vehicle can have up to eight transmitters
matched to it.
Programming with Recognized Transmitters
A new transmitter can be programmed to
the vehicle when there are two recognized
transmitters.
To program, the vehicle must be off and all
of the transmitters, both currently
recognized and new, must be with you. 1. Place the two recognized transmitters in
the cupholder.
2. Remove the key lock cylinder cap on the driver door handle. See Door Locks015.
Insert the vehicle key of the new
transmitter into the key lock cylinder on
the driver door handle and turn the key,
counterclockwise, to the unlock position
five times within 10 seconds.
The DIC displays READY FOR REMOTE #3,
4, ETC.
3. Place the new transmitter into the
transmitter pocket. The transmitter
pocket is under the liner on the bottom
of the center console storage area. Lift
up the liner and set it aside.

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4. Press ENGINE START/STOP. When thetransmitter is learned, the DIC will
display that it is ready to program the
next transmitter.
5. Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pocket and press the
transmitter
KorQbutton.
To program additional transmitters,
repeat Steps 3–5.
When all additional transmitters are
programmed, press and hold ENGINE
START/STOP for 12 seconds to exit
programming mode.
6. Put the key back into the transmitter.
7. Replace the key lock cylinder cap. See Door Locks 015.
Programming without Recognized
Transmitters
If two currently recognized transmitters are
not available, follow this procedure to
program up to eight transmitters. This
feature is not available in Canada. This
procedure will take approximately
30 minutes to complete. The vehicle must
be off and all of the transmitters you wish
to program must be with you. 1. Remove the key lock cylinder cap on the
driver door handle. See Door Locks015.
Insert the vehicle key of the transmitter
into the key lock cylinder on the driver
door handle and turn the key,
counterclockwise, to the unlock position
five times within 10 seconds.
The DIC displays REMOTE LEARN
PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.
2. Wait for 10 minutes until the DIC displays PRESS ENGINE START BUTTON TO
LEARN and then press ENGINE
START/STOP.
The DIC will again display REMOTE LEARN
PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.
3. Repeat Step 2 two additional times. After the third time all previously known
transmitters will no longer work with the
vehicle. Remaining transmitters can be
relearned during the next steps.
The DIC should now display READY FOR
REMOTE # 1.
4. Place the new transmitter into thetransmitter pocket. The transmitter
pocket is under the liner on the bottom
of the center console storage area. Lift
up the liner and set it aside.
5. Press ENGINE START/STOP. When the transmitter is learned, the DIC will
display that it is ready to program the
next transmitter.

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6. Remove the transmitter from thetransmitter pocket and press the
transmitter
KorQbutton.
To program additional transmitters,
repeat Steps 4–6.
When all additional transmitters are
programmed, press and hold ENGINE
START/STOP for 12 seconds to exit
programming mode.
7. Put the key back into the transmitter.
8. Replace the key lock cylinder cap. See Door Locks 015.
Starting the Vehicle with a Low
Transmitter Battery
When the vehicle is started, if the
transmitter battery is weak, the DIC may
display NO REMOTE DETECTED or NO
REMOTE KEY WAS DETECTED PLACE KEY IN
TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN START YOUR
VEHICLE. The DIC may also display REPLACE
BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY.
To start the vehicle:
1. Open the center console storage area by opening the armrest.
2. Lift up the liner from the bottom of thecenter console storage area and set it
aside, exposing the transmitter pocket.
3. Place the transmitter in the transmitter pocket.
4. With the vehicle in P (Park) or N (Neutral), press the brake pedal and
ENGINE START/STOP.
Replace the transmitter battery as soon
as possible.
Battery Replacement
{Warning
Never allow children to play with the RKE
transmitter. The transmitter contains a
small battery, which can be a choking
hazard. If swallowed, internal burns can
occur, resulting in severe injury or death.
Seek medical attention immediately if a
battery is swallowed.
{Warning
To avoid personal injury, do not touch
metal surfaces on the RKE transmitter
when it has been exposed to extreme
heat. These surfaces can be hot to the
touch at temperatures above 59 °C
(138 °F).
Caution
When replacing the battery, do not touch
any of the circuitry on the transmitter.
Static from your body could damage the
transmitter.

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Caution
Always replace the battery with the
correct type. Replacing the battery with
an incorrect type could potentially create
a risk of battery explosion. Dispose of
used batteries according to instructions
and local laws. Do not attempt to burn,
crush, or cut the used battery, and avoid
exposing the battery to environments
with extremely low air pressures or high
temperatures.
Caution
If the RKE transmitter is not reassembled
properly, liquids could enter the housing
and damage the circuitry, resulting in an
RKE transmitter malfunction and/or
failure. To prevent damage, always follow
the steps for RKE transmitter reassembly
in this manual to ensure the transmitter
is sealed properly whenever the RKE
transmitter is opened.Replace the battery in the transmitter soon
if the DIC displays REPLACE BATTERY IN
REMOTE KEY.
To replace the battery:
1. Press the button on the side of the RKE
transmitter near the bottom and pull the
key out. Never pull the key out without
pressing the button.
2. Insert a flat, thin object in the center of the transmitter to separate and remove
the back cover.
3. Lift the battery with a non-metal flatobject.
4. Remove the battery.
5. Insert the new battery, positive side toward the back cover. Replace with a
CR2032 or equivalent battery.
6. Ensure that the silicone mat is correctly positioned with no gaps or wrinkles.
7. Set transmitter button side down on a hard surface and press the other half
straight down to force the halves
together.
8. Reinsert the key.

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Manual Rearview Mirror
If equipped, push the tab forward for
daytime use and pull it rearward for
nighttime use to avoid glare of the
headlamps from behind.
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror
If equipped, automatic dimming reduces the
glare of headlamps from behind. The
dimming feature comes on when the vehicle
is started.
Rear Camera Mirror
If equipped, this automatic dimming mirror
provides a wide angle camera view of the
area behind the vehicle.
Pull the tab to turn on the display. Push the
tab to turn it off. When off the mirror is
automatic dimming. Adjust the mirror for a
clear view of the area behind the vehicle
while the display is off.PressVto scroll through the adjustment
options.
Press
tanduto adjust the settings using
the indicators on the mirror. The indicators
will remain visible for five seconds after the
last button activation, and the settings will
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See your dealer for service if a blue screen
and
3are displayed in the mirror, and
the display shuts off. Also, push the tab as
indicated to return to the automatic
dimming mode.
The Rear Camera Mirror may not work
properly or display a clear image if:
.There is glare from the sun or headlamps.
This may obstruct objects from view.
If needed, push the tab to turn off the
display.
.Dirt, snow, or other debris blocks the
camera lens. Clean the lens with a soft
damp cloth, or if equipped, with the Rear
Camera Washer. See Rear Window Wiper/
Washer 093.
.The camera’s mounting on the vehicle has
been damaged, and/or the position or the
mounting angle of the camera has
changed.
Windows
{
Warning
Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a
pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the
windows closed in warm or hot weather.
They can be overcome by the extreme
heat and suffer permanent injuries or
even death from heat stroke.
The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to
improve fuel economy performance. This
may result in a pulsing sound when one
window is down and the other three are up.
To reduce the sound, open another window
or the sunroof, if equipped.
Power Windows
{Warning
Children could be seriously injured or
killed if caught in the path of a closing
window. Never leave the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter in a vehicle with
children. When there are children in the
rear seat, use the window lockout switch
to prevent operation of the windows. See
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Personalization Settings”later in this section.
The memory recalls may be cancelled at any
time during the recall. See “Cancel Memory
Seating Recalls” later in this section.
Identifying Driver Number
The vehicle identifies the current driver by
their RKE transmitter number 1–8. The
current RKE transmitter number may be
identified by Driver Information Center (DIC)
welcome message, “You are driver x for
memory recalls.” This message is displayed
the first few times the vehicle is turned on
when a different RKE transmitter is used. For
Seat Entry Memory to work properly, save
positions to the 1 or 2 memory button
matching the driver number of this welcome
message. To aid in identifying transmitter
IDs, it is recommended to only carry one
RKE transmitter when entering the vehicle.
Perform the following if the welcome
message is not displayed:
1. Move all keys and RKE transmitters away from the vehicle.
2. Start the vehicle with another RKE transmitter. A DIC welcome message
should display indicating the driver
number of the other RKE transmitter. Turn the vehicle off and remove the
other key or RKE transmitter from the
vehicle.
3. Start the vehicle with the initial key or RKE transmitter. The DIC welcome
message should display the driver
number of the initial RKE transmitter.
Saving Seating Positions
Read these instructions completely before
saving memory positions.
To save preferred driving positions to
1 and 2: 1. Turn the vehicle on or to ACC/ACCESSORY. A DIC welcome message
may indicate the driver number of the
current RKE transmitter. See “Identifying
Driver Number” previously in this
section.
2. Adjust all available memory features to the desired driving position.
3. Press and release SET; a beep will sound.
4. Immediately upon releasing SET, press and hold memory button 1 or 2 matching
the current Driver’s RKE transmitter
number until two beeps sound. If too
much time passes between releasing SET
and pressing 1 or 2, the two beeps will not sound indicating memory position
were not saved. Repeat Steps 3 and 4 to
try again.
5. Repeat Steps 1–4 for the other RKE transmitter 1 or 2 using the other 1 or
2 memory button.
It is recommended to save the preferred
driving positions to both 1 and 2 if you are
the only driver.
To save the common exit seating position to
Bthat is used by all drivers for Manually
Recalling Seating Positions and Auto Seat
Exit Memory Recall features, repeat
Steps 1–4 using
B, the exit button.
Manually Recalling Seating Positions
Press and hold 1, 2, or
Bbutton until the
recall is complete, to recall the positions
previously saved to that button.
Manual Memory recall movement for 1, 2 or
Bbuttons may be initiated and will
complete to the saved memory position if
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When a heated seat is turned on, the
indicator on button turns red. When a
ventilated seat is turned on, the indicator on
button turns blue.
Press the button once for the highest
setting. With each press of the button, the
seat will change to the next lower setting,
and then to the off setting. The indicator
lights next to the buttons indicate three for
the highest setting and one for the lowest.
If the front heated seats are on high, the
level may automatically be lowered after
approximately 30 minutes.
The passenger seat may take longer to
heat up.
Auto Heated and Ventilated Seats
If the vehicle is equipped with auto heated
or ventilated seats, and the engine is
running, this feature will automatically
activate the heated or ventilated seats at
the level required by the vehicle's interior
temperature.
The active high, medium, low, or off heated
or ventilated seat level will be indicated by
the manual heated and ventilated seat
buttons on the center stack. Use the manual
heated and ventilated seat buttons on the
center stack to turn auto heated orventilated seats off. If the passenger seat is
unoccupied, the auto heated or ventilated
seats feature will not activate that seat. The
auto heated and ventilated seats feature can
be programmed to always be enabled when
the vehicle is on. If equipped with a heated
steering wheel, the auto heated steering
wheel activation will follow the heated seat
auto activation and the heated wheel
indicator will follow the state of the steering
wheel heat.
See
Vehicle Personalization 0124.
Remote Start Heated and Ventilated Seats
During a remote start, the heated or
ventilated seats, if equipped, can be turned
on automatically. When it is cold outside,
the heated seats will turn on followed by
the heated steering wheel, if equipped.
When it is hot outside, the ventilated seats
turn on. The heated or ventilated seats are
canceled when the ignition is turned on.
Press the heated or ventilated seat button
to use the heated or ventilated seats after
the vehicle is started.
The heated or ventilated seat indicator lights
do not turn on during a remote start. The temperature performance of an
unoccupied seat may be reduced. This is
normal.
The remote start heated or ventilated seats
may be enabled or disabled in the vehicle
personalization menu. See
Remote Vehicle
Start 014 and
Vehicle Personalization 0124.
Rear Seats
Rear Seat Reminder
If equipped, the message REAR SEAT
REMINDER LOOK IN REAR SEAT displays
under certain conditions indicating there
may be an item or passenger in the rear
seat. Check before exiting the vehicle.
This feature will activate when a second row
door is opened while the vehicle is on or up
to 10 minutes before the vehicle is turned
on. There will be an alert when the vehicle
is turned off. The alert does not directly
detect objects in the rear seat; instead,
under certain conditions, it detects when a
rear door is opened and closed, indicating
that there may be something in the
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Folding the Seatbacks
To fold the second row seatbacks:1. Remove anything on or under the seat.
2. Fold the head restraint rearward. See Head Restraints 035.
3. Pull forward on the reclining seatback handle.
To return the seatback to the seating
position, lift the seatback and push it
rearward until it locks into place. Push and
pull on the seatback to make sure it is
locked. Push on the head restraint to return
it to the upright, locked position.
The second row seatbacks can also be folded
forward by pulling the levers on the driver
side of the rear cargo area. The top lever
folds the driver side seatback and the
bottom lever folds the passenger side
seatback.
Heated Rear Seats
{Warning
If temperature change or pain to the skin
cannot be felt, the seat heater may cause
burns. See the Warning under Heated
and Ventilated Front Seats 042.
If equipped, the buttons are on the rear of
the center console.
With the engine running, press
MorLto
heat the left or right outboard seat cushion.
On vehicles with rear climate controls, an
indicator on the climate control display
appears when this feature is on.
Press the button again to turn this feature
off. The light on the button will turn off. On
vehicles with rear climate controls, this
feature turns on at the highest setting. With
each press of the button, the heated seat
changes to the next lower setting, and then
the off setting. Three lights indicate the
highest setting, and one light indicates the