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Keys, Doors, and
Windows
Keys and Locks
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . 15
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 19
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Doors
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . 28
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . . 29
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . 32
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . 32
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Rear Camera Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Roof
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Keys and Locks
Keys
{Warning
Leaving children in a vehicle with
a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter is dangerous and
children or others could be
seriously injured or killed. They
could operate the power windows
or other controls or make the
vehicle move. The windows will
function with the RKE transmitter
in the vehicle, and children or
others could be caught in the path
of a closing window. Do not leave
children in a vehicle with an RKE
transmitter.

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The RKE transmitter range may be
less while the vehicle is running.
Other conditions can affect the
performance of the transmitter. See
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System08.
Starting the Engine Using
Remote Start
To start the vehicle:
1. Press and release
Qon the
RKE transmitter.
2. Immediately after completing Step 1, press and hold
/until
the turn signal lamps flash.
If the vehicle's lights cannot be
seen, press and hold
/for at
least four seconds.
When the vehicle starts, the park
lamps will turn on and remain on as
long as the engine is running. The
doors will be locked and the climate
control system will operate
automatically if the vehicle has the
automatic system, or at the same
setting as when the vehicle was last
turned off. With an automatic climate control
system and if equipped with heated
seats, the heated seats turn on
during colder outside temperatures
and shut off when the ignition is
turned on.
The rear window defogger and
heated mirrors, if equipped, turn on
during colder outside temperatures
and turn off when the ignition is
turned on.
After entering the vehicle during a
remote start, press the brake and
ENGINE START/STOP with the
transmitter in the vehicle to drive the
vehicle.
If the vehicle is left running, it
automatically shuts off after
15 minutes unless a time extension
has been done.
Extending Engine Run Time
To extend the engine run time by
15 minutes, repeat Steps 1 and 2
while the engine is still running. An
extension can be requested
30 seconds after starting. The
engine run time can only be
extended if it is the first remote startsince the vehicle has been driven.
Remote start can be extended
one time.
If the remote start procedure is used
again while the engine is still
running, 15 minutes will be added
on for a total of 30 minutes.
For example, if
Qand then/are
pressed again while the engine is
still running, 15 minutes will be
added on for a total of 30 minutes.
A maximum of two remote starts or
remote start with an extension are
allowed between ignition cycles.
After the vehicle's engine has been
started two times using the remote
start button or a start with an
extension, the ignition must be
turned on and then back off before
the remote start procedure can be
used again.
Canceling a Remote Start
To manually shut off a remote start:
. Press and hold
/until the
lamps turn off.

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The system has one or more RKE
transmitters matched to an
immobilizer control unit in the
vehicle. Only a correctly matched
RKE transmitter will start the
vehicle. If the transmitter is ever
damaged, the vehicle may not start.
When trying to start the vehicle, the
security light may come on briefly
when the ignition is turned on.
If the engine does not start and the
security light stays on, there is a
problem with the system. Turn the
ignition off and try again.
If the vehicle will not change ignition
modes, and the RKE transmitter
appears to be undamaged, try
another transmitter. Or, try placing
the transmitter into the transmitter
pocket located in the center
console. See Starting the Vehicle
With a Low Transmitter Battery
underRemote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation 08. If the ignition mode will not change
with the other transmitter or with a
transmitter in the transmitter pocket,
your vehicle needs service. If the
ignition does change modes, the
first transmitter may be faulty. See
your dealer who can service the
theft-deterrent system and have a
new RKE transmitter programmed to
the vehicle.
It is possible for the immobilizer
system to learn new or replacement
RKE transmitters. Up to eight
transmitters can be programmed for
the vehicle. To program additional
transmitters, see Programming
Transmitters to the Vehicle under
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation
08.
Do not leave the transmitter or
device that disarms or deactivates
the theft-deterrent system in the
vehicle.Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors
{Warning
A convex mirror can make things,
like other vehicles, look farther
away than they really are. If you
cut too sharply into the adjacent
lane, you could hit a vehicle that
is driving next to you. Check the
inside mirror or glance over your
shoulder before changing lanes.
The passenger side mirror is convex
shaped. A convex mirror's surface is
curved so more can be seen from
the driver seat.

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Power Mirrors
To adjust a mirror:1. Press
}or|to choose the
driver or passenger mirror.
2. Press one of the four arrows on the control pad to move the
mirror in the desired direction.
3. Adjust each outside mirror so that a little of the vehicle and
the area behind it can be seen. 4. Press
}or|again to
deselect the mirror. If you do
not deselect the mirror, the
mirror adjustment will turn off
after about one minute.
Memory Mirrors
The vehicle may have memory
mirrors. See Memory Seats 045.
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
The vehicle may have LCA. See
Lane Change Alert (LCA) 0285.
Folding Mirrors
Manual Folding Mirrors
The mirrors can be folded inward
toward the vehicle to prevent
damage when going through an
automatic car wash. Push the mirror
outward to return it to the original
position.
Heated Mirrors
K:Press to heat the mirrors. See
“Rear Window Defogger” under
Dual Automatic Climate Control
System 0218.
Reverse Tilt Mirrors
If equipped with memory seats, the
passenger and/or driver mirror tilts
to a preselected position when the
vehicle is in R (Reverse). This
allows the curb to be seen when
parallel parking.
The mirror(s) return to the original
position when:
.
The vehicle is shifted out of
R (Reverse), or remains in
R (Reverse) for about
30 seconds.
. The ignition is turned off.
. The vehicle is driven in
R (Reverse) above a set speed.
To turn this feature on or off, see
Vehicle Personalization 0135.

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Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors
Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear
view of the area behind the vehicle.
Do not spray glass cleaner directly
on the mirror. Use a soft towel
dampened with water.
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 has automatic dimming.
Adjust the mirror for a clear view of
the area behind the vehicle while
the display is off.
Press@to 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 remain saved.

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The adjustment options are:
.Brightness
.Zoom
.Tilt
{Warning
The Rear Camera Mirror (RCM)
has a limited view. Portions of the
road, vehicles, and other objects
may not be seen. Do not drive or
park the vehicle using only this
camera. Objects may appear
closer than they are. Check the
outside mirrors or glance over
your shoulder when making lane
changes or merging. Failure to
use proper care may result in
injury, death, or vehicle damage.

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Troubleshooting
See your dealer for service if a blue
screen and
are 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 0100.
.
The camera’s mounting on the
vehicle has been damaged, and/
or the position or the mounting
angle of the camera has
changed.

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.Tilt the top of the control
rearward to recline.
. Tilt the top of the control forward
to raise.
Memory Seats
If equipped, memory seats allow two
drivers to save and recall their
unique seat positions for driving the
vehicle, and a shared exit position
for getting out of the vehicle. Other
feature positions may also be
saved, such as power mirrors and
power steering wheel, if equipped. Memory positions are linked to RKE
transmitter 1 or 2 for automatic
memory recalls.
Before saving, adjust all available
memory feature positions. Turn the
vehicle on and then press and
release SET; a beep will sound.
Then immediately press and hold 1,
2, or
B(Exit) until two beeps
sound. To manually recall these
positions, press and hold 1, 2, or
B
until the saved position is reached.
Follow the instructions under
“Saving Memory Positions.”
The vehicle identifies the current
driver ’s RKE transmitter number
(1–8). See Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System Operation 08. Only
RKE transmitters 1 and 2 can be
used for automatic memory recalls.
A Driver Information Center (DIC)
welcome message indicating the
transmitter number may display for
the first few ignition cycles following
a transmitter change. For Seat Entry
Memory to work properly, save the
positions to the memory button (1 or
2) matching the RKE transmitter
number displayed in the DIC welcome message. Carry the linked
RKE transmitter when entering the
vehicle.
Vehicle Personalization Settings
.
To have the Seat Entry Memory
movement begin when the
vehicle is started, select the
Settings menu, then Vehicle,
then Seating Position, and then
Seat Entry Memory. Select On or
Off. See “Seat Entry Memory”
later in this section.
. To begin Seat Exit Memory
movement when the vehicle is
turned off and the driver door is
opened, or when the vehicle is
turned off with the driver door
already opened, select the
Settings menu, then Vehicle,
then Seating Position, and then
Seat Exit Memory. Select On or
Off. See “Seat Exit Memory”
later in this section.
. See Vehicle Personalization
0 135 for additional setting
information.

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Identifying Driver Number
To identify the driver number:1. Move your RKE transmitter away from the vehicle.
2. Start the vehicle with another key or RKE transmitter. The
DIC should display the driver
number for the other RKE
transmitter. Turn the vehicle off
and remove the key or RKE
transmitter from the vehicle.
3. Start the vehicle with the initial key or RKE transmitter. The
DIC should display the driver
number of your RKE
transmitter.
Saving Memory Positions
Read these instructions completely
before saving memory positions.
To save preferred driving positions
1 and 2: 1. Turn the vehicle on or to ACC/ ACCESSORY.
A DIC welcome message may
indicate driver number 1 or 2. 2. Adjust all available memory
features to the desired driving
position.
3. Press and release SET; a beep will sound.
4. Immediately press and hold the 1 or 2 memory button matching
the above DIC welcome
message until two beeps
sound.
If too much time passes
between releasing SET and
pressing 1, the memory
position will not be saved and
two beeps will not sound.
Repeat Steps 3 and 4.
1 or 2 corresponds to the driver
number. See “Identifying Driver
Number” previously in this
section.
5. Repeat Steps 1–4 for a second driver using 1 or 2. RKE
transmitters 3–8 will not save
memory positions. To save the position forBand Seat
Exit Memory features, repeat
Steps 1–4 using
B. This saves the
position for getting out of the
vehicle.
Save preferred memory feature
positions to both 1 and 2 if you are
the only driver.
Manually Recalling Memory
Positions
Press and hold 1, 2, or
Bto recall
the previously saved memory
positions if you are driver 1 or 2
identified in the DIC welcome
message.
To stop Manual Memory recall
movement, release 1, 2, or
Bor
press any of the following controls:
. Power seat
. Memory SET
. Power mirror, with the driver or
passenger side mirror selected
. Power steering wheel,
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Seat Entry Memory
The vehicle identifies the number of
the current driver’s RKE transmitter
(1–8). See Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System Operation 08. If the
RKE transmitter is 1 or 2, and Seat
Entry Memory is enabled in vehicle
personalization, the positions saved
to the same memory button number
1 or 2 are automatically recalled
when the vehicle is turned on,
or turned from off to ACC/
ACCESSORY. RKE transmitters 3–8
will not provide automatic memory
recalls.
To turn Seat Entry Memory on or off,
see “Vehicle Personalization
Settings” previously in this section
and Vehicle Personalization 0135.
The shift lever must be in P (Park)
to start Seat Entry Memory. Seat
Entry Memory recall will complete if
the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park)
prior to reaching the saved memory
position.
To stop Seat Entry Memory recall
movement, turn the vehicle off or
press any of the following controls: .
Power seat
. Memory SET, 1, 2, or
B
.Power mirror, with the driver or
passenger side mirror selected
. Power steering wheel,
if equipped
If the saved memory seat position
does not automatically recall or
recalls to the wrong positions, the
driver ’s RKE transmitter number (1
or 2) may not match the memory
button number that positions were
saved to. Try storing the position to
the other memory button or try the
other RKE transmitter.
Seat Exit Memory
Seat Exit Memory is not linked to an
RKE transmitter. The position saved
to
Bis used for all drivers. To turn
Seat Exit Memory on or off, see
"Vehicle Personalization Settings"
previously in this section and
Vehicle Personalization 0135.
If turned on, the position saved to
Bis automatically recalled when
one of the following occurs: .
The vehicle is turned off and the
driver door is opened within a
short time.
. The vehicle is turned off with the
driver door open.
To stop Seat Exit Memory
movement, press any of the
following memory controls:
. Power seat
. Memory SET, 1, 2, or
B
.Power mirror, with the driver or
passenger side mirror selected
. Power steering wheel,
if equipped
Obstructions
If something has blocked the driver
seat and/or power steering wheel
while recalling a memory position,
the recall may stop. Remove the
obstruction and try the recall again.
If the memory position still does not
recall, see your dealer.