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column) is placed in the AUTO position. In addition, the
headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned off if
they were turned on by this feature.
The headlights with wipers feature can be turned on or
off through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) — if equipped. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Infor-
mation Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-
Programmable Features)” in “Understanding Your In-
strument Panel” for further information.
TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN
This feature allows you to tilt the steering column
upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or
shorten the steering column. The tilt/telescoping control
handle is located below the steering wheel at the end of
the steering column.To unlock the steering column, pull the control handle
outward. To tilt the steering column, move the steering
wheel upward or downward as desired. To lengthen or
shorten the steering column, pull the steering wheel
outward or push it inward as desired. To lock the steering
column in position, push the control handle inward until
fully engaged.Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel
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WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering column while driving.
Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv-
ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause
the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Be sure the
steering column is locked before driving your ve-
hicle. Failure to follow this warning may result in
serious injury or death.
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED
When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over
accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph
(40 km/h).
The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the
right side of the steering wheel.NOTE:
In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec-
tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut
down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at
the same time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control1 — ON/OFF 2 — RES +
4 — CANCEL 3 — SET -
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▫Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — If
Equipped .......................... 255
 iPod/USB/MP3 Control — If Equipped ..... 259
▫ Connecting The iPod Or External USB
Device ............................ 260
▫ Using This Feature ................... 260
▫ Controlling The iPod Or External USB
Device Using Radio Buttons ............. 261
▫ Play Mode ......................... 261
▫ List Or Browse Mode ................. 263
▫ Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA) ........ 265
Steering Wheel Audio
Controls — If Equipped .................. 266
▫ Right-Hand Switch Functions ............ 266
▫ Left-Hand Switch Functions For Radio
Operation .......................... 267
▫ Left-Hand Switch Functions For Media
(i.e., CD) Operation ................... 267
 CD/DVD Disc Maintenance .............. 267
 Radio Operation And Mobile Phones ....... 268
 Climate Controls ...................... 268
▫ Manual Heating And Air Conditioning ..... 269
▫ Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If
Equipped .......................... 273
▫ Operating Tips ...................... 279
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reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect
the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper
tire maintenance, and it is the driver ’s responsibility to
maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has
not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS
low tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS
malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not
operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is
combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the
system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for
approximately one minute and then remain continuously
illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subse-
quent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists.
When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the sys-
tem may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure
as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety
of reasons, including the installation of replacement oralternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the
TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the
TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more
tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the
replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS
to continue to function properly.
CAUTION!
The TPMS has been optimized for the original
equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and
warning have been established for the tire size
equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system opera-
tion or sensor damage may result when using re-
placement equipment that is not of the same size,
type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause
sensor damage. Do not use tire sealant from a can or
balance beads if your vehicle is equipped with a
TPMS, as damage to the sensors may result.
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WARNING!
If the Transmission Temperature Warning Light is
illuminated and you continue operating the vehicle,
in some circumstances you could cause the fluid to
boil over, come in contact with hot engine or exhaust
components and cause a fire.
28. High Beam Indicator This light indicates that the headlights are on high
beam. Pull the turn signal lever toward the steer-
ing wheel to switch the headlights to low beam.
29. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Display — If Equipped
This display shows the EVIC messages when the appro-
priate conditions exist. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Infor-
mation Center (EVIC)” for further information.
MINI-TRIP COMPUTER — IF EQUIPPED
The Mini-Trip Computer is located in the instrument
cluster and features a driver-interactive trip information
and temperature display.
NOTE: The system will display the last known outside
temperature when starting the vehicle and may need to
be driven several minutes before the updated tempera-
ture is displayed. Engine temperature can also affect the
displayed temperature; therefore, temperature readings
are not updated when the vehicle is not moving.
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Control Buttons
STEP Button
Press the STEP button located on the steering wheel to
scroll through sub menus (i.e., Temperature, Trip Func-
tions: Odometer, Trip A, Trip B).
RESET Button
To reset the display shown, turn the ignition switch to the
ON position, then press and hold the RESET button
located on the steering wheel.
The following displays can be reset or changed:
•Trip A
•Trip B
Trip Odometer (ODO)
This display shows the distance traveled since the last
reset. Press and release the STEP button on the instru-
ment cluster to switch from odometer, to Trip A or Trip B.
Trip A
Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the last
reset.
Trip B
Shows the total distance traveled for Trip B since the last
reset.
Mini-Trip Control Buttons
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The system allows the driver to select information by
pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering
wheel:Press and release the MENU button to advance
the display to Trip Functions or Personal Set-
tings or to return to the default System Status
display.
Press and release the DOWN button to advance
the display through the various Trip Functions
or Personal Settings.
Press and release the COMPASS button to
display the compass heading and the out-
side temperature.
EVIC Steering Wheel Buttons
MENUButton
DOWN Button
COMPASS Button
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List Or Browse Mode
During Play mode, pressing any of the buttons described
below, will bring up List mode. List mode enables
scrolling through the list of menus and tracks on the
audio device.
•TUNEcontrol knob: The TUNEcontrol knob functions
in a similar manner as the scroll wheel on the audio
device or external USB device.
•Turning it clockwise (forward) and counterclock-
wise (backward) scrolls through the lists, displaying
the track detail on the radio display. Once the track
to be played is highlighted on the radio display,
press the TUNEcontrol knob to select and start
playing the track. Turning the TUNEcontrol knob
fast will scroll through the list faster. During fast
scroll, a slight delay in updating the information on
the radio display may be noticeable.
•During all List modes, the iPod displays all lists in
“wrap-around” mode. So if the track is at the
bottom of the list, just turn the wheel backward
(counterclockwise) to get to the track faster.
•In List mode, the radio PRESETbuttons are used as
shortcuts to the following lists on the iPod or
external USB device.
•Preset 1 – Playlists
•Preset 2 – Artists
•Preset 3 – Albums
•Preset 4 – Genres
•Preset 5 – Audiobooks
•Preset 6 – Podcasts
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STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF
EQUIPPED
The remote sound system controls are located on the rear
surface of the steering wheel. The left and right controls
are rocker-type switches with a pushbutton in the center
of each switch. Reach behind the steering wheel to access
the switches.
Right-Hand Switch Functions
•
Press the top of the switch to increase the volume.
•Press the bottom of the switch to decrease the volume.
Remote Sound System Controls(Back View Of Steering Wheel)
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▫Tire Inflation Pressures ................ 327
▫ Radial-Ply Tires ..................... 329
▫ Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire
And Wheel – If Equipped .............. 330
▫ Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped ........ 330
▫ Full Size Spare – If Equipped ............ 331
▫ Limited-Use Spare – If Equipped ......... 331
▫ Tire Spinning ....................... 332
▫ Tread Wear Indicators ................. 333
▫ Life Of Tire ........................ 333
▫ Replacement Tires .................... 334
 Tire Chains .......................... 335
 Snow Tires .......................... 335 
Tire Rotation Recommendations ........... 336
 Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ....... 337
▫ Base System ........................ 339
▫ Premium System – If Equipped .......... 341
▫ General Information .................. 345
 Fuel Requirements ..................... 346
▫ Reformulated Gasoline ................ 346
▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ............. 347
▫ E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles ...... 347
▫ MMT In Gasoline .................... 348
▫ Materials Added To Fuel ............... 348
▫ Fuel System Cautions ................. 349
▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings ............ 350
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