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To remove the head restraint, you must press the lock
release button on the left sleeve and the right sleeve
simultaneously. To reinstall the head restraint, insert the
posts into the sleeves and push the head restraint down-
ward until it locks in place. Then, if desired, press the
button on the left sleeve and lower the head restraint.
WARNING!
•Do not sit in a seat or allow a passenger to sit in a
seat without having the head restraint installed
and adjusted properly. Failure to follow this warn-
ing may result in personal injury to you or your
passenger in the event of an accident.
•Do not leave a head restraint that is removed from
a seat loose in the vehicle. A loose head restraint
thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could
endanger the occupants of the vehicle.
Second Row Passenger Seats
These head restraints are non-adjustable and non-
removable.
Adjustable Head Restraint
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Third Row Passenger Seats — Seven Passenger
Models
These head restraints are non-adjustable and non-
removable. However, you can fold them forward when
they are not in use by passengers. Refer to “50/50 Split
Third-Row Passenger Seats with Fold-Flat Feature” for
operating instructions.
WARNING!
Do not allow a passenger to sit in a third row seat
without having the head restraint unfolded and
locked in place. Failure to follow this warning may
result in personal injury to the passenger in the event
of an accident.
Heated Seats — If Equipped
Heated seats provide comfort and warmth on cold days
and can help soothe sore muscles and backs. The heaters
provide the same heat level for both cushion and back.
The driver’s seat and front passenger’s seat are heated.
The controls for each heater are located in the switch
bank in the center of the instrument panel. After turning
ON the ignition, you can choose from High, Low, or Off
heat settings. Amber indicator lights in each switch
indicate the level of heat in use. Two indicator lights will
illuminate for high, one for low, and none for off.
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To Fold the Seat
1. Locate the control lever on the lower outboard side of
the seat.
2. Place one hand on the seatback and apply a gentle
pressure.3. Lift the control lever with the other hand, allow the
seatback to move forward slightly, and then release the
lever.
WARNING!
To prevent personal injury or damage to objects,
keep your head, arms, and objects out of the folding
path of the seatback.
4. Gently guide the seatback into the folded position.
To Unfold the Seat
Raise the seatback and lock it in place.
Seatback Release
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WARNING!
Be certain that the seatback is locked securely into
position. Otherwise, the seat will not provide the
proper stability for child seats and/or passengers. An
improperly latched seat could cause serious injury.
Forward and Rearward Adjustment
The control lever is on the outboard side of the seat. Lift
the lever to move the seat forward or rearward. Release
the lever once the seat is in the position desired. Then,
using body pressure, move forward and rearward on the
seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have latched.
Manual Seat Adjustment
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Raise the 20% seatback/armrest and lock it in place when
not in use or when additional seating area is required.
WARNING!
Keep the latch clean and free of objects and be
certain that the seatback is locked securely into
position. Otherwise, the seat will not provide the
proper stability for child seats and/or passengers. An
improperly latched seat could cause serious injury.
Stadium Tip ’n Slide™ (Easy Entry/Exit Seat) —
Seven Passenger Models
This feature allows passengers to easily enter or exit the
third-row passenger seats from either side of the vehicle.
To Move the Second-Row Passenger Seat Forward
NOTE:Raise the 20% seatback/armrest before moving
the 60% seat to allow for full seat travel. Move the control lever on the upper outboard side of the
seatback forward, and in one fluid motion, the seat
cushion flips upward and the seat moves forward on its
tracks.
Tip ’n Slide™ Control Lever
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WARNING!
Do not drive the vehicle with the seat in this posi-
tion, as it is only intended for entering and exiting
the third row seats. Failure to follow this warning
may result in personal injury.
To Unfold and Move the Second-Row Passenger Seat
Rearward
1. Move the seatback rearward until it locks in place and
then continue sliding the seat rearward on its tracks until
it locks in place.
2. Push the seat cushion downward to lock it in place.
3. Adjust the seat track position as desired. Then, using
body pressure, move forward and rearward on the seat to
be sure that the seat adjusters have latched.
WARNING!
Be certain that the seatback and seat are locked
securely into position. Otherwise, the seat will not
provide the proper stability for child seats and/or
passengers. An improperly latched seat could cause
serious injury.
50/50 Split Third-Row Passenger Seats with
Fold-Flat Feature — Seven Passenger Models
To provide additional storage area, each third-row pas-
senger seat can be folded flat. This allows for extended
cargo space and still maintains some rear seating room if
needed.
NOTE: Prior to folding the third-row passenger seat,
make sure the second-row passenger seat is not in a
reclined position. This will allow the seat to fold easily.
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To Fold the Seat
Pull the latch release-loop located at the top of the
seatback upward, push the seat forward slightly, and
release the release-loop. Then, continue to push the seat
forward. The head restraints will fold automatically as
the seat moves forward.
To Unfold the Seat
Grasp the assist strap loop on the seatback and pull it
toward you to raise the seatback. Continue to raise the
seatback until it locks in place. Then, raise the head
restraint to lock it in place.
Seatback Release
Assist Strap
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The seatback can also be locked in a reclined position. To
do so, pull the latch release-loop located at the top of the
seatback upward, allow the seatback to recline, and
release the release-loop.WARNING!
•Be certain that the seatback is locked securely into
position. Otherwise, the seat will not provide the
proper stability for passengers. An improperly
latched seat could cause serious injury.
•Do not allow a passenger to sit in a third row seat
without having the head restraint unfolded and
locked in place. Failure to follow this warning may
result in personal injury to the passenger in the
event of an accident.
•Do not allow a passenger to sit in a third row seat
with the second row seatback(s) folded flat. In a
collision, the passenger could slide underneath the
seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured.
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Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the open
position. Place the upper end of the prop rod in the hole
on the underside of the hood.To prevent possible damage:
•Before closing hood, make sure the hood prop rod is
fully seated into its storage retaining clips.
•Do not slam the hood to close it. Use a firm downward
push at the center front edge of the hood to ensure that
both latches engage. Never drive your vehicle unless
the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
WARNING!
If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when
the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision.
Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before
driving. Failure to follow this warning may lead to an
accident resulting in serious injury or death.
Hood Prop Rod
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Automatic Headlights — If Equipped
This system automatically turns the headlights on or off
according to ambient light levels. To turn the system ON,
turn the end of the multifunction lever to the AUTO
position (third detent). When the system is on, the
headlight time delay feature is also on. This means the
headlights will stay on for up to 90 seconds after you turn
the ignition switch to the LOCK position. To turn the
Automatic System OFF, turn the end of the multifunction
lever out of the AUTO position.
NOTE:The engine must be running before the head-
lights will turn on in the automatic mode.
Headlights with Wipers (Available with Auto
Headlights Only)
When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on
approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned ON
if the multifunction lever 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 ”Headlights With Wipers,”
under “Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Fea-
tures)” under “Electronic Vehicle Information Center” in
Section 4.
Headlight Time Delay — If Equipped
This feature is particularly useful when exiting your
vehicle in an unlit area. It provides the safety of headlight
illumination for up to 90 seconds after turning the
ignition switch to the LOCK position.
To activate the delay, turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK position while the headlights are still on. Then,
turn OFF the headlights within 45 seconds. The delay
interval begins when you turn OFF the headlights. Only
the headlights will illuminate during this time.
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