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The rails are notched at each end which allows
the tie-downs to be removed and placed on
another rail. To remove, pull the locator pin out
and slide the tie-down to the end of the rail
and pull back.
To remove or install cargo tie-downs at the front of
the bed, slide the corner cap towards the center of
the bed to expose the rail notches. To remove the
corner cap, pull either edge away from the rail.
To remove the system, loosen the toggle bolts
on each rail until they can be removed from the
bed of the truck. To replace the system, place the
toggle bolts and rails into their original locations
and tighten them to a torque setting of
12.5 ft-lbs (17
Y).
If the system is removed to install a bed liner,
make sure there is no bed liner material in
the installation points.
Notice:If you tie down cargo using the
horizontal slots on the top of the pickup box,
you may damage the box. Using the horizontal
slots on the top of the pickup box for tie-down
locations may cause damage to the pickup box
and would not be covered by your warranty.
Only use the tie-down loops if you do not have
the cargo management system.
Sunroof
If your vehicle has a power sliding sunroof, the
ignition needs to be turned to RUN, or the
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be
activated to open or close the sunroof. When RAP
is active, the sunroof will work for 10 minutes
after the ignition is turned off, or until the driver’s
door is opened. SeeRetained Accessory
Power (RAP) on page 134for more information.
Extended Cab
If your vehicle is an
extended-cab, the
sunroof switch is located
on the headliner above
the rearview mirror.
Vent:From the closed position, press and hold the
rear of the switch to vent the sunroof. To close the
sunroof, press and hold the front of the switch.
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Open:From the vent position, the sunroof can
be fully opened either manually or by using the
express-open feature. To open manually, press the
rear of the switch to the rst depression and hold
until the sunroof has reached the desired position.
To open using express-open, press the rear of the
switch fully and release. The sunroof will move to
the full open position. To stop the sunroof partway,
press the switch a second time.
Close:From the vent, or open position, press and
hold the front of the switch to close the sunroof.
The sunroof also has a roller sunshade that can be
used to block the rays of the sun. The roller
sunshade can be manually operated with the
sunroof in an open or closed position. To open the
sunshade, press and unlatch it, and roll it back. To
close, pull it forward and latch it into the closed
position.
When the sunroof is opened, an air deector will
automatically raise. The air deector will retract
when the sunroof is closed.Crew Cab
If your vehicle is a
crew cab, there are
two sunroof switches
located in the overhead
console above the
rearview mirror.
Vent:From the closed position, press the rear of
the passenger’s side switch to vent the sunroof.
To close the sunroof, press and hold the front
of the passenger’s side switch.
Manual-Open/Manual-Close:To open the
sunroof press and hold the rear of the driver’s side
switch until the sunroof reaches the desired
position. To close the sunroof, press and hold the
front of the driver’s side switch until the sunroof
reaches the desired position.
When the sunroof is opened, an air deector will
automatically raise. The air deector will retract
when the sunroof is closed.
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Rainsense™ II Wipers
If your vehicle has Rainsense™ II windshield
wipers, the moisture sensor is located next to the
inside rearview mirror and is mounted on the
windshield. When active, these sensors are able
to detect moisture on the windshield and
automatically turn on the wipers.
To turn on the Rainsense™ feature, the wipers
must be set to one of the ve delay settings on the
multifunction lever. Each of the ve settings
adjusts the sensitivity of the rainsensor.
Since different drivers have different setting
preferences, it is recommended that the mid-range
setting (position 3) be used initially. For more
wipes, select the higher settings; for fewer wipes,
select the lower settings located closer to the
off position on the multifunction lever.The rainsensor will automatically control the
frequency of the wipes from the off setting to the
high speed setting according to the weather
conditions. The wipers can be left in a rainsense
mode even when it is not raining.
When Rainsense™ is active, the headlamps will
turn on automatically if the exterior lamp control is
in the AUTO position.
Notice:Going through an automatic car wash
with the wipers on can damage them. Turn
the wipers off when going through an
automatic car wash.
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Sensors
The solar sensor, located in the defrost grille,
middle of the instrument panel, monitors the solar
radiation. Do not cover the solar sensor or the
system will not work properly.The interior temperature sensor, located in the
headliner, measures the temperature of the
air inside your vehicle.
There is also an exterior temperature sensor
located behind the front grille. This sensor reads the
outside air temperature and helps maintain the
temperature inside the vehicle. Any cover on the
front of the vehicle could cause a false reading in
the displayed temperature on the rearview mirror.
The climate control system uses the information
from these sensors to maintain your comfort setting
by adjusting the outlet temperature, fan speed, and
the air delivery mode. The system may also supply
cooler air to the side of the vehicle facing the sun.
The recirculation mode will also be used as needed
to maintain cool outlet temperatures.
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Notice:Do not use a razor blade or sharp
object to clear the inside rear window. Do not
adhere anything to the defogger grid lines
in the rear glass. These actions may damage
the rear defogger. Repairs would not be
covered by your warranty.
W(Heated Mirrors):If your vehicle has heated
outside rearview mirrors, the mirrors will heat
to help clear fog or frost from the surface of the
mirror when the rear window defog button is
pressed. SeeOutside Power Mirrors on page 176.
Outlet Adjustment
Use the air outlets located in the center and on
the side of the instrument panel to direct the
airow.
Operation Tips

Keep the hood and front air inlets free of ice,
snow, or any other obstruction, such as
leaves. The heater and defroster will work
better, reducing the chance of fogging
the inside of your windows.
When you enter a vehicle in cold weather, set
the fan speed to maximum airow for a few
moments before driving. This helps clear
the intake ducts of snow and moisture, and
reduces the chance of fogging the inside
of your windows.
Keep the air path under the front seats clear
of objects. This helps air to circulate
throughout your vehicle.
Adding outside equipment to the front of the
vehicle, such as hood-air deectors, may affect
the performance of the heating and air
conditioning system. Check with your dealer
before adding equipment to the outside of
your vehicle.
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LOUD:The chime volume will be set to a
loud level.
NO CHANGE:No change will be made to this
feature. The current setting will remain.
Choose one of the available settings and press
the set/reset button while it is displayed on the DIC
to select it.
PARK TILT MIRRORS
If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to
select whether or not the outside mirror(s)
will automatically tilt down when the vehicle is
shifted into REVERSE (R). SeeOutside Power
Foldaway Mirrors on page 177for more
information.
Press the customization button until PARK TILT
MIRRORS appears on the DIC display. Press the
set/reset button once to access the settings for
this feature. Then press the customization button
to scroll through the following settings:
OFF (default):Neither outside mirror will be tilted
down when the vehicle is shifted into
REVERSE (R).DRIVER MIRROR:The driver’s outside mirror will
be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into
REVERSE (R).
PASSENGER MIRROR:The passenger’s outside
mirror will be tilted down when the vehicle is
shifted into REVERSE (R).
BOTH MIRRORS:The driver’s and passenger’s
outside mirrors will be tilted down when the vehicle
is shifted into REVERSE (R).
NO CHANGE:No change will be made to this
feature. The current setting will remain.
Choose one of the available settings and press
the set/reset button while it is displayed on the DIC
to select it.
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EASY EXIT SEAT
If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to
select your preference for the automatic easy exit
seat feature. SeeMemory Seat, Mirrors, and
Pedals on page 13for more information.
Press the customization button until EASY EXIT
SEAT appears on the DIC display. Press the
set/reset button once to access the settings for this
feature. Then press the customization button to
scroll through the following settings:
OFF (default):No automatic seat exit recall
will occur.
ON:The driver’s seat will move back when the
key is removed from the ignition.
The automatic easy exit seat movement will only
occur one time after the key is removed from
the ignition. If the automatic movement has already
occurred, and you put the key back in the
ignition and remove it again, the seat will stay in
the original exit position, unless a memory
recall took place prior to removing the key again.NO CHANGE:No change will be made to this
feature. The current setting will remain.
Choose one of the available settings and press
the set/reset button while it is displayed on the DIC
to select it.
MEMORY SEAT RECALL
If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to
select your preference for the remote memory seat
recall feature. SeeMemory Seat, Mirrors, and
Pedals on page 13for more information.
Press the customization button until MEMORY
SEAT RECALL appears on the DIC display. Press
the set/reset button once to access the settings
for this feature. Then press the customization
button to scroll through the following settings:
OFF (default):No remote memory seat recall
will occur.
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ON:The driver’s seat and, on some vehicles, the
outside mirrors will automatically move to the
stored driving position when the unlock button on
the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is
pressed. On some vehicles with the adjustable
throttle and brake pedal feature, the pedals
will also automatically move. See “Relearn Remote
Key” underDIC Operation and Displays (With
DIC Buttons) on page 268orDIC Operation and
Displays (Without DIC Buttons) on page 275
for more information on matching transmitters to
driver ID numbers.
NO CHANGE:No change will be made to this
feature. The current setting will remain.
Choose one of the available settings and press
the set/reset button while it is displayed on the
DIC to select it.REMOTE START
If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to
turn the remote start off or on. The remote
start feature allows you to start the engine from
outside of the vehicle using your Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter. See “Remote Vehicle
Start” underRemote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation on page 111for more information.
Press the customization button until REMOTE
START appears on the DIC display. Press
the set/reset button once to access the settings for
this feature. Then press the customization
button to scroll through the following settings:
OFF:The remote start feature will be disabled.
ON (default):The remote start feature will
be enabled.
NO CHANGE:No change will be made to this
feature. The current setting will remain.
Choose one of the available settings and press
the set/reset button while it is displayed on the DIC
to select it.
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So here are some tips for passing:
Drive ahead. Look down the road, to the
sides, and to crossroads for situations
that might affect your passing patterns. If you
have any doubt whatsoever about making
a successful pass, wait for a better time.
Watch for traffic signs, pavement markings,
and lines. If you can see a sign up ahead
that might indicate a turn or an intersection,
delay your pass. A broken center line
usually indicates it is all right to pass, providing
the road ahead is clear. Never cross a solid
line on your side of the lane or a double solid
line, even if the road seems empty of
approaching traffic.
Do not get too close to the vehicle you want
to pass while you are awaiting an opportunity.
For one thing, following too closely reduces
your area of vision, especially if you are
following a larger vehicle. Also, you will not
have adequate space if the vehicle ahead
suddenly slows or stops. Keep back a
reasonable distance.
When it looks like a chance to pass is coming
up, start to accelerate but stay in the right
lane and do not get too close. Time your moveso you will be increasing speed as the time
comes to move into the other lane. If the way
is clear to pass, you will have a running
start that more than makes up for the distance
you would lose by dropping back. And if
something happens to cause you to cancel
your pass, you need only slow down and drop
back again and wait for another opportunity.
If other vehicles are lined up to pass a slow
vehicle, wait your turn. But take care that
someone is not trying to pass you as you pull
out to pass the slow vehicle. Remember to
glance over your shoulder and check the
blind spot.
Check your vehicle’s mirrors, glance over your
shoulder, and start your left lane change signal
before moving out of the right lane to pass.
When you are far enough ahead of the passed
vehicle to see its front in your vehicle’s inside
mirror, activate the right lane change signal
and move back into the right lane. Remember
that, if your vehicle’s passenger side outside
mirror is convex, the vehicle you just passed
may seem to be farther away from you than it
really is.
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If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off
the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the
way you want the vehicle to go. If you start
steering quickly enough, your vehicle may
straighten out. Always be ready for a second skid
if it occurs.
Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow,
ice, gravel, or other material is on the road.
For safety, you will want to slow down and adjust
your driving to these conditions. It is important
to slow down on slippery surfaces because
stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control
more limited.
While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try
your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or
braking, including reducing vehicle speed by
shifting to a lower gear. Any sudden changes could
cause the tires to slide. You may not realize the
surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding.
Learn to recognize warning clues — such as
enough water, ice, or packed snow on the road to
make a mirrored surface — and slow down when
you have any doubt.
Remember: Any Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
helps avoid only the braking skid.Off-Road Driving
This off-road guide is for vehicles that have
four-wheel drive. Also, seeBraking on page 378.If
your vehicle does not have four-wheel drive or
is equipped with 20-inch tire/wheel assemblies,
you should not drive off-road unless you are on a
level, solid surface.
The airbag system is designed to work properly
under a wide range of conditions, including off-road
usage. Observe safe driving speeds, especially
on rough terrain. As always, wear your safety belt.
Off-road driving can be great fun. But it does
have some denite hazards. The greatest of these
is the terrain itself.
“Off-roading” means you have left the great North
American road system behind. Traffic lanes
are not marked. Curves are not banked. There are
no road signs. Surfaces can be slippery, rough,
uphill, or downhill. In short, you have gone
right back to nature.
Off-road driving involves some new skills. And that
is why it is very important that you read this
guide. You will nd many driving tips and
suggestions. These will help make your off-road
driving safer and more enjoyable.
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