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Recirculated air: Touch to turn the recirculated air on or off which may reduce
the amount of time needed to cool down the interior and help reduce odors
from reaching the interior. Recirculated air also engages automatically when
MAX A/C or MAX defrost is selected and may be engaged manually in any
airflow mode except defrost. It may also turn off in all airflow modes except
MAX A/C and MAX defrost to reduce fog potential.
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MAX A/C: Touch to cool your vehicle with recirculated air. Touch again for
normal A/C operation. MAX A/C distributes air through instrument panel vents
and may help reduce odors from entering your vehicle. MAX A/C is more
economical and efficient than normal A/C mode.
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A/C:
Touch to turn the air conditioning on or off. Use A/C with recirculated air
to improve cooling performance and efficiency. A/C engages automatically in
MAX A/C, defrost and footwell/defrost.
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AUTO:
Touch to engage automatic operation, then set the temperature using
the temperature control. The system automatically controls fan speed, airflow
distribution, A/C on or off and the use of fresh or recirculated air.
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Manual airflow distribution controls:
Footwell and Defrost: Distributes
air through the windshield defroster vents, demister vents, floor vents and rear
seat floor vents, and provides outside air to reduce window fogging. Panel:
Distributes air through the instrument panel vents. Panel and Floor: Distributes
air through the instrument panel vents, demister vents, floor vents and rear seat
floor vents. Floor:
Distributes air through the demister vents, floor vents and
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rear seat floor vents. Defrost: Touch to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice.
Touch again to return to the previous airflow selection. When on, defrost provides
outside air to reduce window fogging and distributes air through the windshield
defroster vents and demister vents. MAX Defrost:
Distributes outside air
through the windshield air vents and automatically switches the air conditioning
on. The fan is set to the highest speed and the temperature to HI. When the air
distribution is set in this position, you are unable to select recirculated air or
manually adjust the fan speed and temperature control.
Driver settings:
Touch + or – adjust the temperature.
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Climate Control Voice Commands Press the voice button on the
steering wheel controls. When
prompted, say any of the
following commands: Voice commands
Climate automatic
Climate my temperature
Climate off
Climate on
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POI Icons
Touch this button to select icons to display
on the map. You can select up to three
icons to display on the map at the same
time. Turn these ON or OFF.
Cancel Route
Touch this button to cancel the active
route.
View/Edit Route
Access these features when a route is
active:
• View Route
• Edit Destination/Waypoints
• Edit Turn List
• Detour
• Edit Route Preferences
• Edit Traffic Preferences
• Cancel Route.
Nokia is the digital map provider for the
navigation application. If you find map data
errors, you may report them directly to
Nokia by going to
http://mapreporter.navteq.com. Nokia
evaluates all reported map errors and
responds with the result of their
investigation by e-mail.
Navigation Map Updates
Annual navigation map updates are
available for purchase through your
dealership, by calling 1-866-4NAVTEQ
(1-866-462-8837) (in Mexico, call
01-800-557-5539) or going to
www.navigation.com/sync. You need to
specify the make and model of your vehicle
to determine if there is an update available. Navigation Voice Commands When in navigation mode, press
the voice button on the steering
wheel controls. After the tone,
say any of the following commands: Navigation system voice commands
"Cancel next waypoint" 1
"Cancel route" 1
"Destination" 2
"Destination "
"Destination " "Destination favorites""Destination home"
"Destination intersection"
"Destination nearest " "Destination nearest POI"
"Destination play nametags" "Destination POI"
"Destination POI category"
"Destination previous destination" "Destination street address"
"Detour"1
"Navigation" 3
"Navigation voice volume decrease" "Navigation voice volume increase"
"Repeat instruction" 1
"Show 3D"
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Multi-Point inspection
Hazard warning system operation
Accessory drive belt(s)
Horn operation
Battery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioninghoses
Engine air filter
Suspension components for leaks ordamage
Exhaust system
Steering and linkage
Exterior lamps operation
Tires (including spare) for wear and properpressure**
Fluid levels *
; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operation
Half-shaft dust boots
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer
** If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration
Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership service
advisor or technician about the multi-point
vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive
way to perform a thorough inspection of
your vehicle. Your checklist gives you
immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor®
Your vehicle is equipped with an Intelligent
Oil-Life Monitor that determines when you
should change the engine oil based on how
your vehicle is used. By using several
important factors in its calculations, the
monitor helps reduce the cost of owning
your vehicle and reduces environmental
waste at the same time. This means you do not have to remember
to change the oil on a mileage-based
schedule. Your vehicle lets you know when
an oil change is due by displaying ENGINE
OIL CHANGE DUE or OIL CHANGE
REQUIRED in the information display.
The following table provides examples of
vehicle use and its impact on oil change
intervals. It is a guideline only. Actual oil
change intervals depend on several factors
and generally decrease with severity of
use.
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When to expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message
Vehicle use and example
Interval
Normal
7500-10000 miles
(12000-16000 km) Normal commuting with highway driving
No, or moderate, load or towing
Flat to moderately hilly roads
No extended idling
Severe
5000-7499 miles
(8000-11999 km) Moderate to heavy load or towing
Mountainous or off-road conditions
Extended idling
Extended hot or cold operation
Extreme
3000-4999 miles
(4800-7999 km) Maximum load or towing
Extreme hot or cold operation
Normal Maintenance Intervals At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display
*
Change engine oil and filter. **
Rotate the tires.
Perform a multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level. Consult your dealer for requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect the engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect the rear axle and U-joints. Lubricate any areas with grease fittings (Four-wheel
drive vehicles).
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tire-rod ends, driveshaft and U-
joints. Lubricate any areas with grease fittings (Four-wheel drive vehicles).
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4WD
See: Four-Wheel Drive...................................... 142
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A/C See: Climate Control......................................... 103
About This Manual...........................................7
ABS See: Brakes............................................................ 147
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes................................................................. 147
Accessories....................................................396 Exterior Style....................................................... 396
Interior Style........................................................ 396
Lifestyle................................................................. 396
Peace of Mind..................................................... 396
Accessories See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation............................................. 11
Active Park Assist
.........................................154
Automatic Steering into Parking
Space................................................................. 155
Deactivating the Park Assist Feature..........156
Troubleshooting the System.......................... 157
Using Active Park Assist................................... 154
Adjusting the Headlamps
.........................222
Horizontal Aim Adjustment........................... 224
Vertical Aim Adjustment................................. 222
Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................69
Airbag Disposal...............................................47
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control......................................... 103
Alarm See: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................ 68
Ambient Lighting.............................................77
Anti-Theft Alarm
...........................................68
Arming the Alarm................................................ 68
Disarming the Alarm........................................... 68
Appendices....................................................398
At a Glance........................................................14 Front Exterior Overview...................................... 14
Instrument Panel Overview.............................. 16
Rear Exterior Overview........................................ 17
Vehicle Interior Overview.................................... 15Audible Warnings and Indicators.............88
Automatic Transmission Warning
Chime.................................................................. 89
Engine On Warning Chime............................... 88
Headlamps On Warning Chime..................... 89
Key in Ignition Warning Chime........................ 88
Keyless Warning Alert ....................................... 88
Parking Brake On Warning Chime.................89
Audio Control
..................................................69
Audio Input Jack..........................................289
Audio System.................................................272
General Information.......................................... 272
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC/Satellite Radio..............................277
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC..............................................................275
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/ CD....................................................................273
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Premium AM/FM/CD
..................................................279
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Sony AM/ FM/CD............................................................281
Menu Structure................................................... 282
Autolamps.........................................................74 Windshield Wiper Activated
Headlamps......................................................... 75
Automatic Climate Control......................104 Temperature Control........................................ 105
Automatic Transmission
............................139
Brake-Shift Interlock......................................... 140
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow.................................................................... 141
SelectShift Automatic® Transmission................................................... 139
Understanding the Positions of Your Automatic Transmission............................. 139
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check.............................................................219
Autowipers.........................................................71
Auxiliary Power Points
................................122
110 Volt AC Power Point.................................... 122
12 Volt DC Power Point...................................... 122
Locations................................................................ 122
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Information....................................................370
911 Assist............................................................... 376
Alerts....................................................................... 376
Calendar................................................................ 376
Sirius Travel Link................................................. 373
SYNC Services (If Equipped, United States Only)................................................................... 371
Vehicle Health Report (If Equipped, United States Only).................................................... 378
Information Messages.................................93
Airbag....................................................................... 94
Alarm........................................................................\
94
Automatic Engine Shutdown.......................... 94
Battery and Charging System......................... 95
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System..................................................... 95
Doors........................................................................\
96
Engine...................................................................... 96
Hill Start Assist...................................................... 97
Keyless Vehicle...................................................... 97
Lighting.................................................................... 98
Maintenance.......................................................... 98
Message indicator................................................ 93
MyKey....................................................................... 98
Park Aid................................................................... 99
Park Brake............................................................... 99
Power Steering.................................................... 100
Starting System ................................................. 100
Tire Pressure Monitoring System.................. 102
Traction Control.................................................. 102
Transmission and Four-Wheel Drive..........100
Installing Child Seats....................................20 Child Seats.............................................................. 20
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts.......................... 21
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)............................................ 23
Using Tether Straps............................................. 25
Instrument Cluster
........................................84
Instrument Lighting Dimmer......................75
Vehicles With Front Fog Lamps...................... 75
Vehicles Without Front Fog Lamps...............76
Interior Lamps
..................................................77
Front Interior Lamp ............................................. 77
Rear Interior Lamp................................................ 77
Interior Mirror
...................................................82
Auto-Dimming Mirror.......................................... 82
Introduction.........................................................7 J
Jump Starting the Vehicle..........................191
Connecting the Jumper Cables...................... 191
Jump Starting....................................................... 192
Preparing Your Vehicle....................................... 191
Removing the Jumper Cables........................ 192
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Keyless Entry
....................................................65
SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY
KEYPAD.............................................................. 65
Keyless Starting.............................................125 Ignition Modes..................................................... 126
Keys and Remote Controls
........................48
Principle of Operation........................................ 48
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Lighting Control
...............................................74
Headlamp Flasher................................................ 74
High Beams............................................................. 74
Lighting...............................................................74
Load Carriers See: Roof Racks and Load Carriers.............169
Load Carrying.................................................168
Load Limit
........................................................170
Special Loading Instructions for Owners of
Pick-up Trucks and Utility-type
Vehicles.............................................................. 177
Vehicle Loading - with and without a Trailer.................................................................. 170
Locking and Unlocking
.................................58
Activating Intelligent Access ........................... 59
Autolock.................................................................. 60
Battery Saver.......................................................... 61
Illuminated Entry................................................... 61
Illuminated Exit...................................................... 61
Mechanical Key..................................................... 59
Opening a Rear Door from Inside................... 59
Power Door Locks................................................ 58
Remote Control.................................................... 58
Smart Unlocks For Integrated Keyhead Transmitter........................................................ 60
Smart Unlocks For Intelligent Access Keys ........................................................................\
....... 60
Locks...................................................................58
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Phone...............................................................364
Making Calls........................................................ 366
Pairing Subsequent Phones.......................... 366
Pairing Your Phone for the First Time................................................................... 365
Phone Menu Options....................................... 366
Phone Settings................................................... 368
Phone Voice Commands............................... 369
Receiving Calls................................................... 366
Text Messaging................................................... 367
Post-Crash Alert System...........................193
Power Door Locks See: Locking and Unlocking............................. 58
Power Liftgate
.................................................63
Obstacle Detection............................................. 65
Opening and Closing the Liftgate.................. 63
Setting the Liftgate Open Height................... 65
Power Seats
.....................................................114
Power Lumbar...................................................... 115
Power Steering Fluid Check......................219
Power Windows
..............................................79
Accessory Delay................................................... 80
Bounce-Back......................................................... 79
One-Touch Down................................................. 79
One-Touch Up....................................................... 79
Window Lock......................................................... 79
R
Rear Seat Armrest
.........................................117
Rear Seats........................................................116 Folding the Seatback......................................... 116
Recline Adjustment............................................ 116
Unfolding the Seatback.................................... 116
Rear Under Floor Storage.........................168 Adjustable Load Floor...................................... 168
Cargo Management System.......................... 168
Rear View Camera
.......................................158
Using the Rear View Camera System.........158
Rear View Camera See: Rear View Camera.................................... 158
Rear Window Wiper and Washers
...........73
Rear Window Washer......................................... 73
Rear Window Wiper............................................. 73
Recommended Towing Weights.............179
Refueling..........................................................134 Easy Fuel ™ Capless Fuel System................134 Remote Control
..............................................49
Car Finder................................................................ 50
Integrated Keyhead Transmitters .................49
Intelligent Access Key........................................ 49
Remote Start ......................................................... 51
Replacing the Battery......................................... 49
Sounding a Panic Alarm..................................... 51
Remote Start.................................................109 Automatic Settings............................................. 110
Heated and Cooled Devices............................ 110
Last Settings......................................................... 110
Removing a Headlamp
..............................224
Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............235
Replacement Parts Recommendation.........................................11
Collision Repairs..................................................... 11
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs................................................................... 11
Warranty on Replacement Parts..................... 12
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control.............................................................52
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
..............................................................199
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)..............................................................198
Roadside Assistance
..................................189
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting Roadside
Assistance........................................................ 189
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using Roadside Assistance........................................................ 189
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Getting Roadside Assistance.................................... 189
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Using Roadside Assistance.................................... 189
Roadside Emergencies
..............................189
Roof Racks and Load Carriers.................169 Adjusting the Crossbar..................................... 169
Running-In See: Breaking-In.................................................. 186
Running Out of Fuel.....................................132 Refilling With a Portable Fuel
Container.......................................................... 133
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Safety Belt Height Adjustment.................35
Safety Belt Minder.........................................36 Belt-Minder™........................................................ 36
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Safety Belts.......................................................31
Principle of Operation.......................................... 31
Safety Belt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime...............................................................35
Conditions of operation..................................... 35
Safety Canopy ™
............................................44
Safety Precautions........................................131
Satellite Radio..............................................286
Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number
(ESN)................................................................. 287
Satellite Radio Reception Factors...............287
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio Service.................. 287
Troubleshooting................................................. 288
Scheduled Maintenance Record...........429
Scheduled Maintenance
..........................420
Seats....................................................................111
Security..............................................................67
Settings............................................................337 Clock....................................................................... 338
Display................................................................... 338
Settings................................................................. 340
Sound..................................................................... 339
Vehicle................................................................... 339
Side Airbags
.....................................................43
Sitting in the Correct Position....................111
Snow Chains See: Using Snow Chains................................. 254
Special Notices................................................12 New Vehicle Limited Warranty......................... 12
Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucks and Utility Type Vehicles........................................ 12
Special Instructions.............................................. 12
Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance............12
Using Your Vehicle With a Snowplow............12
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance..............................................426
Exceptions............................................................ 427
Speed Control See: Cruise Control............................................. 161
Stability Control
............................................150
Principle of Operation...................................... 150
Starter Switch See: Ignition Switch........................................... 125Starting a Gasoline Engine
.......................126
Automatic Engine Shutdown......................... 127
Failure to Start...................................................... 127
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes................129
Important Ventilating Information...............129
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving............................................................... 128
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary......................................................... 128
Vehicles with an Ignition Key.......................... 126
Vehicles with Keyless Start............................. 126
Starting and Stopping the Engine
..........125
General Information.......................................... 125
Steering............................................................166 Electric Power Steering.................................... 166
Steering Wheel
...............................................69
Storage Compartments.............................124
Sunroof See: Moonroof....................................................... 83
Sun Visors
.........................................................82
Illuminated Vanity Mirror................................... 82
Supplementary Restraints System
.........39
Principle of Operation........................................ 39
Symbols Glossary
.............................................7
SYNC™ Applications and Services........................................................306
911 Assist.............................................................. 306
SYNC AppLink...................................................... 312
SYNC Services: Traffic, Directions & Information (TDI) (If Equipped, Unites
States Only)................................................... 309
Vehicle Health Report..................................... 308
SYNC™.............................................................291 General Information.......................................... 291
SYNC™ Troubleshooting
...........................321
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Tailgate See: Manual Liftgate........................................... 62
See: Power Liftgate............................................. 63
Technical Specifications See: Capacities and Specifications............264
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only).......................196
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