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AUX (Auxiliary):Press this button to turn the
rear heating and air conditioning on. SeeRear Air
Conditioning and Heating System on page 3-36or
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System and
Electronic Climate Controls on page 3-38.
Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to
remove fog from the rear window.
<(Rear Window Defogger):Press this button on the
right knob to turn the rear window defogger on or off.
The rear window defogger stays on about 10 minutes
after the button is pressed, before turning off. The
defogger can also be turned off by pressing the button
again or by turning off the engine. Do not drive the
vehicle until all the windows are clear.
If your vehicle has heated outside rearview mirrors, the
mirrors heat to help clear fog or frost from the surface of
the mirror when the rear window defog button is pressed.
Notice:Do not use anything sharp on the inside of
the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage
the warming grid, and the repairs would not be
covered by your warranty. Do not attach a temporary
vehicle license, tape, a decal or anything similar to
the defogger grid.
Dual Automatic Climate Control
System
The heating, cooling, and ventilation in your vehicle
can be controlled with this system. Your vehicle also
has a ow-through ventilation system described later
in this section.
Different temperature settings can be selected for the
driver and all passengers.
Display Function
Each time the temperature, mode, or fan control buttons
are pressed the display shows that function along with
the inside temperature setting. The display automatically
reverts back to the outside temperature display after a
short delay.
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Driver’s Side Temperature Control
The driver side temperature buttons are used to adjust
the temperature of the air coming through the system on
the driver side. The temperature can be adjusted even
if the system is turned off. This is possible since outside
air will always ow through the system as the vehicle is
moving forward unless it is set to recirculation mode.
See “Recirculation” later in this section.
Press the + or−buttons to increase or decrease the
temperature. The driver side temperature display will
show the temperature setting decreasing or increasing.
Passenger’s Side Temperature Control
The passenger’s temperature buttons can be used to
change the temperature of the air coming through
the system on the passenger side of the vehicle.
The temperature can be adjusted even if the system
is turned off. This is possible since outside air will
always ow through the system as the vehicle is
moving forward unless it is set to recirculation mode.
See “Recirculation” later in this section.
Press the + or−buttons to increase or decrease the
temperature. The passenger side display will show
the temperature setting decreasing or increasing.
The passenger’s temperature setting can be set to
match the driver’s temperature setting by pressing the
PASS button and turning off the PASS indicator.When the passenger’s temperature setting is set
different than the driver’s setting, the indicator on the
PASS button comes on and both the driver side
and passenger side temperature displays are shown.
Automatic Operation
AUTO (Automatic):When automatic operation is
active the system controls the inside temperature,
the air delivery, and the fan speed.
Use the steps below to place the entire system in
automatic mode:
1. Press the AUTO button.
When AUTO is selected, the display shows the
current temperature(s) selected and AUTO is on
the display. The current delivery mode and fan
speed also display for approximately 5 seconds.
When AUTO is selected, the air conditioning
operation and air inlet are automatically controlled.
The air conditioning compressor runs when the
outside temperature is over about 40°F (4°C).
The air inlet is normally set to outside air. If it is
hot outside, the air inlet can automatically switch
to recirculate inside air to help quickly cool
down your vehicle. The light comes on the
recirculation button while in recirculation.
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2. Set the driver’s and passenger’s temperature.
To nd your comfort setting, start with a 73°F (22°C)
temperature setting and allow about 20 minutes
for the system to regulate. Use the driver’s or
passenger’s temperature buttons to adjust the
temperature setting as necessary. If you choose
the temperature setting of 60°F (15°C), the system
remains at the maximum cooling setting. If you
choose the temperature setting of 90°F (32°C),
the system remains at the maximum heat setting.
Choosing either maximum setting will not cause
the vehicle to heat or cool any faster.
Do not cover the solar sensor located on the top of
the instrument panel near the windshield. This sensor
regulates air temperature based on sun load and also
turns on your vehicle’s headlamps. For more information
on the solar sensor, see “Sensors” later in this section.
To avoid blowing cold air in cold weather, the system
delays turning on the fan until warm air is available.
The length of delay depends on the engine coolant
temperature. Press the fan switch to override this delay
and change the fan to a selected speed.
O(On/Off):Press this button to turn off the climate
control system. Outside air still enters the vehicle, and
is directed to the oor. This direction can be changed
by pressing the mode button. Recirculation can only
be selected in vent or bi-level mode. The temperature
can also be adjusted using either temperature button.If you adjust the air delivery mode or temperature
settings with the system off, the display comes on
briey to show the settings and then turns off. Press the
on/off button or the up down arrows on the fan switch,
the defrost button, AUTO button, or the air conditioning
button to turn the system on when it is off.
Manual Operation
The air delivery mode or fan speed can be manually
adjusted.
DC(Fan):The buttons with the fan symbols let you
manually adjust the fan speed. Press the up arrow
to increase fan speed and the down arrow to decrease
fan speed.
Pressing a fan button while the system is off will turn
the system on. Pressing a fan button while in automatic
control places the fan under manual control. The fan
setting remains displayed, the word AUTO is no longer
displayed, and the AUTO button indicator light turns
off. The air delivery mode remains in automatic control.
yNz(Mode):Press the mode up and down
buttons to manually change the direction of the airow
in the vehicle. Repeatedly press the button until the
desired mode appears on the display. Pressing a mode
button while the system is off will change air delivery
mode without turning the system on. Pressing one
of these buttons while in automatic control to place
the mode under manual control.
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The air delivery mode setting remains displayed,
the word AUTO is no longer displayed, and the
AUTO button indicator light turns off.
H(Vent):This setting delivers air to the instrument
panel outlets.
)(Bi-Level):This mode directs air to the instrument
panel outlets and to the oor outlets. A little air is
directed towards the windshield and side window outlets.
Cooler air is directed to the upper outlets and warmer
air to the oor outlets.
6(Floor):This mode directs most of the air to
the oor outlets, with some of the air directed to the
windshield, side window outlets, and second row
oor outlets. In this mode, the system automatically
selects outside air. Recirculation cannot be selected
in oor mode.
-(Defog):See “Defogging and Defrosting” later
in this section.
@(Recirculation):Press this button to turn the
recirculation mode on. When the button is pressed,
an indicator light comes on.
This mode keeps outside air from entering the vehicle.
It can be used to reduce outside air and prevent
odors from entering your vehicle. Recirculation also
helps to quickly cool the warmer air inside your vehicle.
The recirculation mode cannot be used with oor, defrost,
or defogging modes. If you try to select recirculation in
one of those modes, the indicator ashes three times and
turns off. The air conditioning compressor also comes on
when this mode is activated. While in recirculation mode
the windows may fog when the weather is cold and damp.
To clear the fog, select either the defog or defrost mode
and increase the fan speed.
Press the button again to turn off the recirculation mode.
It automatically turns off when the engine is turned off and
must be re-selected when the engine is turned on again.
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The interior temperature sensor located on the
instrument panel to the right of the steering column,
measures the temperature of the air inside the vehicle.
There is also an exterior temperature sensor located
behind the front grille. This sensor reads the outside air
temperature and helps maintain the temperature inside
the vehicle. Any cover on the front of the vehicle could
cause a false reading in the displayed temperature.The climate control system uses the information from
these sensors to maintain your comfort setting by
adjusting the outlet temperature, fan speed, and the
air delivery mode. The system may also supply cooler
air to the side of the vehicle facing the sun. The
recirculation mode will also be used as needed to
maintain cool outlet temperatures.
Defogging and Defrosting
Fog on the inside of the windows is a result of high
humidity (moisture) condensing on the cool window
glass. This can be minimized if the climate control
system is used properly. There are two modes to
clear fog or frost from your windshield.
Use the mode up and down arrows to select the defog
mode. Use the defrost button to select the defrost mode.
-(Defog):The defog mode is used to clear the
windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers.
This mode directs air to the windshield, oor outlets,
and side window vents. When this mode is selected,
the system turns off recirculation and runs the air
conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature
is close to freezing. The recirculation mode cannot be
selected while in the defog mode. Do not drive the
vehicle until all the windows are clear.
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To clear fog from the rear seat side windows, select the
bi-level mode on the rear climate control system and
direct the headliner outlets toward the side windows.
0(Defrost):Press this button to remove fog or
frost from the windshield more quickly. This mode
directs most of the air to the windshield and side window
vents and some to the oor vents. In this mode, the
system automatically forces outside air into the vehicle.
The recirculation mode cannot be selected while in
the defrost mode. The air conditioning compressor
runs automatically in this setting, unless the outside
temperature is close to freezing. Do not drive the
vehicle until all the windows are clear.
While in defrost mode, if the PASS button is pressed,
the PASS button indicator will ash three times to
let you know that the passenger climate control system
cannot be activated. If the passenger temperature
buttons are adjusted while in defrost mode, the driver
temperature indicator will change. The passenger
temperature will not be displayed.
AUX (Auxiliary):Press this button to turn the
rear heating and air conditioning on. SeeRear Air
Conditioning and Heating System on page 3-36or
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System and
Electronic Climate Controls on page 3-38.
Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to
remove fog from the rear window.
<(Rear Window Defogger):Press this button to
turn the rear window defogger on or off. The rear
window defogger stays on for about 10 minutes after
the button is pressed, before turning off. The defogger
can also be turned off by pressing the button again
or by turning off the engine. Do not drive the vehicle
until all the windows are clear.
If your vehicle has heated outside rearview mirrors,
the mirrors will heat to help clear fog or frost from the
surface of the mirror when the rear window defog
button is pressed.
Notice:Do not use a razor blade or sharp object
to clear the inside rear window. Do not adhere
anything to the defogger grid lines in the rear glass.
These actions may damage the rear defogger.
Repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
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Rear Air Conditioning and Heating
System and Electronic Climate
Controls
If your vehicle has this rear climate control system
there are rear seat audio controls located in the
center console.
The rear system can be controlled through the AUX
button on the front climate control panel. Press the
AUX button to turn the rear climate control system on
or off. An indicator light in the AUX button comes
on when the rear climate control system is on. The
direction, temperature, and speed of the airow for
the rear of the vehicle will be the same as those set
for the front of the vehicle.
Use the controls located in the rear of the front console,
to independently control the air ow for the rear of
the vehicle separately from that of the front of the
vehicle. To turn the system on, press any of the rear
air conditioning control buttons, except the
Cbutton.
To turn the system off, press and hold the
Cbutton.
Manual Operation
DC(Fan):The fan buttons on the rear seat audio
control panel let you manually adjust the fan speed.
Press
Dto increase airow andCto decrease airow.
+/−(Increase/Decrease Temperature):These
buttons select the temperature of the air owing into
the rear passenger area. Press the + button for
warmer air and press the−button for cooler air. The
temperature settings will display in 0-12 increments,
going from the coolest (0) to the warmest (12) setting.Rear Climate Control with Rear Seat Audio Controls
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N(Mode):Press the mode button to manually change
the direction of the airow in the vehicle. Repeatedly
press the button until the desired mode appears on the
display. Multiple presses cycles through the delivery
selections.
H(Vent):This mode directs air through the headliner
outlets.
)(Bi-Level):This mode directs air through the oor
outlets as well as the headliner outlets. The rear system
oor outlets are located under the third row seats.
6(Floor):This mode directs air through the oor
outlets. The rear system oor outlets are located under
the third row seats.
Warning Lights, Gages,
and Indicators
This section describes the warning lights and gages
on your vehicle.
Warning lights and gages can signal that something
is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause
an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention
to the warning lights and gages could also save you
or others from injury.Warning lights come on when there may be or is
a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. As the
details show on the next few pages, some warning lights
come on briey when you start the engine just to let
you know they are working. If you are familiar with
this section, you should not be alarmed when this
happens.
Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem
with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages
and warning lights work together to let you know
when there is a problem with your vehicle.
When one of the warning lights comes on and stays
on as you are driving, or when one of the gages shows
there may be a problem, check the section that tells
you what to do about it. Please follow this manual’s
advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even
dangerous. So get to know your vehicle’s warning lights
and gages. They can be a big help.
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Speedometer and Odometer
The speedometer lets you see your speed in both
miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).
The odometer shows how far your vehicle has been
driven, in either miles or kilometers.
Your vehicle has a tamper-resistant odometer. If your
vehicle needs a new odometer installed, the new
one will be set to the mileage total of the old odometer.
If this is not possible, it will be set at zero and a
label must be put on the driver’s door to show the
old mileage reading when the new odometer was
installed. If the mileage is unknown, the label should
then indicate “previous mileage unknown”.
Tachometer
The tachometer displays the engine speed in
revolutions per minute (rpm).
Safety Belt Reminders
Safety Belt Reminder Light
When the engine is started, a chime will come on for
several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety
belts, unless the driver’s safety belt is already buckled.
The safety belt light
will also come on and stay
on for several seconds,
then it will ash for
several more.
This chime and light is repeated if the driver remains
unbuckled and the vehicle is in motion. If the driver’s
belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor the
light will come on.
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Driver Information Center (DIC)
Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC).
The DIC displays information about your vehicle.
It also displays warning messages if a system problem
is detected.
All messages will appear in the DIC display located at
the top of the instrument panel cluster.
The DIC comes on when the ignition is on. After a short
delay, the DIC will display the information that was
last displayed before the engine was turned off.
The DIC also displays a shift lever position indicator on the
bottom line of the display. SeeAutomatic Transmission
Operation on page 2-30for more information.
The outside air temperature also displays on the DIC
when viewing the trip and fuel information. The outside
air temperature automatically appears in the top right
corner of the DIC display. If there is a problem with
the system that controls the temperature display,
the numbers will be replaced with dashes. If this occurs,
have the vehicle serviced.
If your vehicle has DIC buttons, see “DIC Operation
and Displays (With DIC Buttons)” later in this section
andDIC Vehicle Customization (With DIC Buttons)
on page 3-75for the displays available.
If your vehicle does not have DIC buttons, see
“DIC Operation and Displays (Without DIC Buttons)”
later in this section for the displays available.
DIC Operation and Displays
(With DIC Buttons)
If your vehicle has DIC buttons, the information below
explains the operation of this system.
The DIC has different displays which can be accessed
by pressing the DIC buttons located on the instrument
panel. SeeInstrument Panel Overview on page 3-4
for more information.
The DIC displays trip, fuel, and vehicle system
information, and warning messages if a system problem
is detected.
The DIC also allows some features to be customized.
SeeDIC Vehicle Customization (With DIC Buttons)
on page 3-75for more information.
If your vehicle has DIC buttons, you can also use the
trip odometer reset stem to view the odometer and
trip odometers.
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