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Touchscreen Radios:To h e a r a u d i o f r o m d e v i c e s c o n n e c t e d t o t h e U S B p o r t , P u s h t h e
“MEDIA” button on the faceplate, then press the “AUX” or “iPod®”buttononthe
touchscreen.
When connected to this feature:
•TheiPod®can be controlled using the
radio buttons to Play, Browse, and List
the iPod®or external devices contents.
•TheiPod®battery charges when plugged
into the USB port (if supported by the
specific audio device).
•CompatibleiPod®devices may also be
controllable using voice commands. Re-
fer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for details.
NOTE:
The USB port supports certain Mini, Classic, Nano, Touch, and iPhone®devices. The
USB port also supports playing music from compatible external USB Mass Storage Class
memory devices. For supported audio file formats, refer to the USB Port section in the
Owner's Manual on the DVD. Refer to UconnectPhone.com for a list of tested iPod®s.
Some iPod®software versions may not fully support the USB port features. Please visit
Apple’s website for iPod®software updates.
WARNING!
Do not plug in or remove the iPod®or external device while driving. Failure to follow this
warning could result in a collision.
Uconnect® PHONE
Uconnect® Phone
The Uconnect®Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in-vehicle communications
system with Voice Command Capability that allows you to dial a phone number with your
mobile phone using simple voice commands (see Voice Command section).
•TodetermineifyourvehicleisequippedwithUconnect®Phone, push the “Uconnect®
Phone” buttonlocated on the radio faceplate. If your vehicle has this feature, you
will hear a voice prompt. If not, you will see a message on the radio “Uconnect®Phone
not available.”
NOTE:
To a c c e s s t h e t u t o r i a l , p u s h t h e “ U c o n n e c t®Phone” button.AftertheBEEP,say
“tutorial.” Push any button on the faceplate, or press any button on the touchscreen, to
cancel the tutorial.
•RefertoyourvehicleOwner'sManualontheDVDforfurtherdetails.
iPod®/USB/MP3 Control
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Transfer Ongoing Call Between Handset And Vehicle
•Duringacall,pushthe“VoiceCommand”button.
•AftertheBEEP,say“transfercall.”
Changing The Volume
•Startadialoguebypushingthe“Phone”button,thenadjustthevolumeduring
anormalcall.
•UsetheradioON/OFFVOLUMErotaryknobtoadjustthevolumetoacomfortablelevel
while the Uconnect®system is speaking. Please note the volume setting for Uconnect®
is different than the audio system.
WARNING!
•Anyvoicecommandedsystemshouldbeusedonlyinsafedrivingconditions
following applicable laws regarding phone use. Your attention should be focused on
safely operating the vehicle. Failure to do so may result in a collision causing you
and others to be severely injured or killed.
•Inanemergency,touseUconnect®Phone, your mobile phone must be:
•turnedon,
•pairedtoUconnect®Phone,
•andhavenetworkcoverage.
Uconnect® VOICE COMMAND
Voice Command Operation
•TheUconnect®Voice Command system allows you to control your AM, FM radio,
satellite radio, disc player, HDD, Uconnect®Phone, a memo recorder, and supported
portable media devices.
•Whenyoupressthe“VoiceCommand”buttonlocated on the radio faceplate or
steering wheel, you will hear a beep. The beep is your signal to give a command. If you
do not say a command within a few seconds, the system will present you with a list of
options. If you ever want to interrupt the system while it lists options, press the “Voice
Command” button,listenfortheBEEP,andsayyourcommand.
NOTE:
U.S. residents visit driveuconnect.com for more info on which voice command features
apply to your vehicle. Canadian residents visit driveuconnect.ca for more info on which
voice command features apply to your vehicle.
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While In:Voice Command Example:
Memo Mode
To s w i t c h t o t h e v o i c e r e c o r d e r m o d e , s a y “ M e m o . ” T h e f o l l o w -ing are common voice commands for this mode: “New Memo”(to record a new memo) — During the recording, you may pressthe Voice Command buttonto stop recording. You pro-ceed by saying one of the following commands:
—“Save”(tosavethememo)
—“Continue”(tocontinuerecording)
—“Delete”(todeletetherecording)
—“PlayMemos”(toplaypreviouslyrecordedmemos)—Dur-ing the playback you may press the Voice Command buttonto stop playing memos. You proceed by saying one ofthe following commands:
—“Repeat”(torepeatamemo)
—“Next”(toplaythenextmemo)
—“Previous”(toplaythepreviousmemo)
—“Delete”(todeleteamemo)
—“DeleteAll”(todeleteallmemos)
Voice Text Reply
If equipped with Uconnect®Voice Command, your Uconnect®430N/730N radio may be
able to play incoming Short Message Service (SMS) messages (text messages) through
the vehicle's sound system. It also allows you to respond by selecting from various
predefined phrases.
NOTE:
Not all phones are compatible with this feature. Refer to the phone compatibility list at
UconnectPhone.com. Connected mobile phones must be bluetooth-compatible and
paired with your radio.
•Pushthe“VoiceCommand”buttonand after the BEEP, say “SMS” to get
started.
NOTE:
To a c c e s s t h e t u t o r i a l , p u s h t h e “ V o i c e C o m m a n d ” b u t t o n.AftertheBEEP,say
“tutorial.” Push any button on the faceplate or press any button on the touchscreen to
cancel the tutorial.
WARNING!
Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following
applicable laws regarding phone use. Your attention should be focused on safely
operating the vehicle. Failure to do so may result in a collision causing you and others
to be severely injured or killed.
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PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped
Personal Settings allows you to set and recall features when the transmission is in PARK.
If the transmission is out of PARK or the vehicle begins moving, a warning message
SYSTEM SETUP NOT AVAILABLE VEHICLE NOT IN PARK displays when you try to select
“System Setup” from the main menu.
The EVIC can be used to program the following Personal Settings. Push the RIGHT arrow
buttonuntil Personal Settings displays, then push the DOWN buttonto scroll
through the settings. Push the RIGHT arrow buttonto change the setting.
•SelectLanguage•Key-OffPowerDelay
•Nav-TurnByTurn•IlluminatedApproach
•AutoLockDoors•HillStartAssist
•AutoUnlockDoors•FlasherswithSlidingDoor
•RemoteUnlockSequence•CalibrateCompass
•RemoteStartComfortSys.•CompassVariance
•HornwithRemoteLock•ParkAssist-IfEquipped
•FlashLampsWithLock•AutomaticHighBeams-IfEquipped
•HeadlampOffDelay•KeylessEnter-N-Go-IfEquipped
•HeadlampsWithWipers•RKELinkedToMemory-IfEquipped
Key Fob Programmable Features
The following features may also be programmed by using the Key Fob transmitter or the
ignition switch and driver's door lock switch.
NOTE:
Pushing the LOCK button while you are inside the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security
Alarm. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to
sound. Push the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Security Alarm.
Unlock On First Press
To u n l o c k e i t h e r t h e d r i v e r ' s s i d e , o r a l l d o o r s , o n t h e f i r s t p u s h o f t h e U N L O C K b u t t o n :
•PushandholdtheLOCKbuttonforatleastfourseconds,butnolongerthan10
seconds. Then, push and hold the UNLOCK button while still holding the LOCK button.
•Releasebothbuttonsatthesametime.
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Using HomeLink®
To o p e r a t e , p u s h a n d r e l e a s e t h e p r o g r a m m e d H o m e L i n k®button. Activation will now
occur for the programmed device (e.g., garage door opener, gate operator, security system,
entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc.,). The hand-held transmitter of the device may
also be used at any time.
WARNING!
•Yourmotorizeddoororgatewillopenandclosewhileyouareprogrammingthe
universal transceiver. Do not program the transceiver if people or pets are in the
path of the door or gate.
•Donotrunyourvehicleinaclosedgarageorconfinedareawhileprogrammingthe
transceiver. Exhaust gas from your vehicle contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is
odorless and colorless. Carbon Monoxide is poisonous when inhaled and can cause
you and others to be severely injured or killed.
POWER INVERTER
There is a 115 Volt, 150 Watt power inverter outlet located on the left rear trim panel
immediately behind the second row left passenger seat. This outlet can power cellular
phones, electronics and other low power devices requiring power up to 150 Watts.
•Pushtheswitchlocatedinthecenterof
the instrument panel to turn the power to
the outlet on.
•Pushtheswitchagaintoturnthepower
off.
The status indicator of the AC power in-
verter indicates whether the inverter is pro-
ducing AC power.
NOTE:
The power inverter is designed with built-in
overload protection. If the power rating of
150 Watts is exceeded, the power inverter
will automatically shut down. Once the
electrical device has been removed from
the outlet, the inverter should automatically
reset. If the power rating exceeds approxi-
mately 170 Watts, the power inverter may
have to be reset manually. To reset the
inverter manually, unplug the device and plug it in again. To avoid overloading the circuit,
check the power ratings on electrical devices prior to using the inverter.
Power Inverter
1—PowerOutlet2—PowerInverter
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WARNING!
To A v o i d S e r i o u s I n j u r y o r D e a t h D O N O T:
•useathree-prongadaptor
•insertanyobjectsintothereceptacles
•touchwithwethands
Close the lid when not in use. If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric
shock and failure.
POWER OUTLETS
•Two12Volt(13Amp)poweroutletsare
located on the lower instrument panel,
below the open storage bin. The driver-
side power outlet is controlled by the
ignition switch and the passenger-side
power outlet is connected directly to the
battery. The driver-side power outlet will
also operate a conventional cigar lighter
unit (if equipped with an optional Smok-
er's Package).
•Oneoutletintheremovablefloorconsole
(if equipped) shares a fuse with the lower
outlet in the instrument panel and is also
connected to the battery. Do not exceed a
maximum power of 160 Watts
(13 Amps) shared between the lower
panel outlet and the removable floor console outlet.
•OnvehiclesequippedwiththeSuperConsolethepoweroutletsarelocatedunderthe
retractable cover. To access the power outlets push down on the cover and slide it
toward the instrument panel.
•Theoutletintherearquarterpanelneartheliftgateandtheupperoutletinthe
instrument panel are both controlled by the ignition switch. Each of these outlets can
support 160 Watts (13 Amps). Do not exceed 160 Watts (13 Amps) for each of these
outlets.
Power Outlets
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IN-FLOOR STORAGE — STOW'N GO®
Second Row Seat Storage Bins
Storage bins are located in the floor in front of the second row seats that can be used when
the second row seat is in the upright position. Pull up on the storage bin latch to open the
cover. Slide the storage bin locking mechanism to the "Lock" position to allow greater
access to the storage bin.
Cargo Area Storage
The liftgate sill plate has a raised line with the statement “Load To This Line”. This line
indicates how far rearward cargo can be placed without interfering with liftgate closing.
WARNING!
In a collision, serious injury could result if the seat storage bin covers are not properly
latched. Do not drive the vehicle with the storage bin covers open. Keep the storage bin
covers closed and latched while the vehicle is in motion. Do not use a storage bin latch
as a tie down.
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK
The crossbars on your vehicle are delivered stowed within the roof rack side rails. When
installed, the roof rack can hold a maximum of 150 lbs (68 kg) of evenly distributed
weight.
Installing The Crossbars
1. To install the crossbars, completely
loosen the thumb screws at both ends
and lift the crossbar from its stowed
position.
2. Bend the pivot points at each end of the
crossbar and slide the thumb screw
down.
3. Set the crossbars into position and
tighten the thumb screws.
NOTE:
Make sure the directional arrow on the
crossbar aligns with the directional arrow on
the side rail.
Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for
further details.
Crossbar
1—DirectionalArrow2—PivotPoint3—ThumbScrew
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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779 for U.S. Residents or 1-800-363-4869 for Canadian
Residents.
•Provideyourname,vehicleidentificationnumber,licenseplatenumber,andyour
location, including the telephone number from which you are calling.
•Brieflydescribethenatureoftheproblemandanswerafewsimplequestions.
•Youwillbegiventhenameoftheserviceproviderandanestimatedtimeofarrival.If
you feel you are in an “unsafe situation”, please let us know. With your consent, we will
contact local police or safety authorities.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGHTS
-LowFuelWarningLight
This warning light indicates when the fuel level reaches approximately 2.0 gal (7.8 L), this
light will turn on and a single chime will sound.
-ChargingSystemLight
This light shows the status of the electrical charging system. If the charging system light
remains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging system.
We recommend you do not continue driving if the charging system light is on. Have the
vehicle serviced immediately.
-OilPressureWarningLight
This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the
vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound when this light
turns on.
We recommend you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the
vehicle serviced immediately.
-Anti-LockBrake(ABS)Light
This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).
If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, we recommend you
contact the nearest authorized dealer and have the vehicle serviced immediately.
-AirBagWarningLight
If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the vehicle
serviced by an authorized dealer immediately.
-ElectronicThrottleControl(ETC)IndicatorLight
This light informs you of a problem with the system.
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NOTE:
Ti r e p r e s s u r e s c h a n g e b y a p p r o x i m a t e l y 1 p s i ( 7 k P a ) p e r 1 2 ° F ( 7 ° C ) o f a i r t e m p e r a t u r e
change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in the
Winter. Example: If garage temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the outside temperature is
32°F (0°C), then the cold tire inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi (21 kPa),
which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this outside temperature condition.
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 operation or sensor damage may result when using replacement
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.
-EngineTemperatureWarningLight
•Thislightwarnsofanoverheatedenginecondition.
•Ifthelightturnsonorflashescontinuouslywhiledriving,safelypulloverandstopthe
vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL
and idle the vehicle. If the temperature reading does not return to normal, turn the
engine off immediately and call for service.
•Werecommendthatyoudonotoperatethevehicleorenginedamagewilloccur.Have
the vehicle serviced immediately.
WARNING!
Ahotenginecoolingsystemisdangerous.Youorotherscouldbebadlyburnedby
steam or boiling coolant.
-SeatBeltReminderLight
When the ignition switch is first turned to the ON/RUN position, this light will turn on for
four to eight seconds as a bulb check. During the bulb check, if the driver's seat belt is
unbuckled, a chime will sound. After the bulb check or when driving, if the driver or front
passenger seat belt remains unbuckled, the Seat Belt Indicator Light will flash or remain
on continuously. Refer to “Seat Belt Systems” in “Things To Know Before Starting” in the
OM on your DVD for further information.
-BrakeWarningLight
This light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake
application. If the brake light turns on it may indicate that the parking brake is applied,
that the brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with the anti-lock brake system
reservoir.
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If the light remains on when the parking brake has been disengaged, and the fluid level is
at the full mark on the master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake hydraulic
system malfunction or that a problem with the Brake Booster has been detected by the
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)/Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system. In this case, the
light will remain on until the condition has been corrected. If the problem is related to the
brake booster, the ABS pump will run when applying the brake and a brake pedal
pulsation may be felt during each stop.
The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capacity in the event of a failure to a
portion of the hydraulic system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is indicated
by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on when the brake fluid level in the master
cylinder has dropped below a specified level. The light will remain on until the cause is
corrected.
Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), are also equipped with
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD). In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake
Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair to the ABS system
is required.
Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from
the OFF position to the ON/RUN position. The light should illuminate for approximately
two seconds. The light should then turn off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake
fault is detected. If the light does not illuminate, have the light inspected by an authorized
dealer.
The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the
ON/RUN position.
NOTE:
This light shows only that the parking brake is applied. It does not show the degree of
brake application.
WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may
have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have a collision. Have the
vehicle checked immediately.
-MalfunctionIndicatorLight(MIL)
Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality, etc., may
illuminate the MIL after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on
through several typical driving cycles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive normally
and not require towing.
If the MIL flashes when the engine is running, serious conditions may exist that could lead
to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. We recommend you do
not operate the vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
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