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AdvanceTracoff:Illuminates when
AdvanceTrachas been disabled by
the driver. Refer to theDriving
chapter for more information.
Low tire pressure warning:
Illuminates to warn you when your
tire pressure is low. If the telltale
remains on solid at start up or while
driving, the tire pressure should be
checked. The message center will also display LOW TIRE PRESSURE
when one or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure.
The telltale can also warn you when the system is malfunctioning. If the
telltale begins to flash, when the ignition is first turned on or while
driving, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. The message
center will also display TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT or TIRE
PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT when the system is malfunctioning.
Please note that if your spare tire is in use, the damaged road tire must
be re-installed on your vehicle to restore system functionality. For more
information on this system, refer toTire pressure monitoring system
(TPMS)in theTires, Wheels and Loadingchapter.
Low fuel (RTT):Displays when
the fuel level in the fuel tank is at
or near empty. The fuel gage will
turn yellow and then red depending
on fuel level. A message may also display in the message center. Refer to
Fuel gaugein this chapter.
Speed control (RTT):The speed
control system indicator light
changes color to indicate what mode
the system is in:
•On (amber light):Illuminates
when the speed control system is turned on. Turns off when the speed
control system is engaged or turned off.
•Engaged (green light):Illuminates when the speed control system is
engaged. Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged.
OFF
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Throttle Control/Powertrain
malfunction (RTT):Illuminates
when a powertrain fault has been
detected. If the indicator stays on or
continues to come on, contact your
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Door ajar (RTT):Displays when
the ignition is in the on position and
any door is not completely closed. A
message may also display in the
message center.
Turn signal:Illuminates when the
left or right turn signal or the
hazard lights are turned on. If the
indicators flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.
High beams:Illuminates when the
high beam headlamps are turned on.
Key-in-ignition warning chime:Sounds when the key is left in the
ignition in the off, lock or accessory position and the driver’s door is
opened.
Headlamps on warning chime:Sounds when the headlamps or parking
lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the
driver’s door is opened.
Parking brake on warning chime:Sounds when the parking brake is
left on and the vehicle is driven. If the warning stays on after the park
brake is off, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Turn signal on warning chime:Sounds when the turn signal has been
left on for an extended period of time.
HEV Engine off reminder chime:Sounds for 10 seconds when the
PRNDL is in the P (Park) position and the Driver’s door is ajar (open)
while ignition is on. Always turn your ignition key to off and remove key
before leaving your vehicle. (The engine may be off when the vehicle is
stopped, yet the key is on, and the engine can turn on at any time)
Message center activation chime:Sounds when some messages
appear in the message center display for the first time.
Memory seat feedback chime:Sounds during memory seat
programming to confirm that a memory position has been set.
Perimeter alarm warning chime:Sounds when using a key to unlock
the driver’s doors and the perimeter alarm is armed.
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Press SETUP to scroll through the list and highlight one of the choices.
Press RESET to pick the highlighted item.
Oil life
An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center.
To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% (or another value) after each
oil change perform the following:
While Oil Life is highlighted, press RESET to select it and move right to
display the following:
•Set to 100%•Set to 50%
•Set to 90%•Set to 40%
•Set to 80%•Set to 30%
•Set to 70%•Set to 20%
•Set to 60%•Set to 10%
Press SETUP to scroll through the list and highlight one of the choices.
Press RESET to pick the highlighted item.
See theMaintenance and Specificationschapter regarding engine oil
and change intervals.
Rear park aid (if equipped)
This feature sounds a warning tone to warn the driver of obstacles near
the rear bumper, and functions only when R (Reverse) gear is selected.
While Rear Park Aid is highlighted, press RESET to select it and move
right to display the following:
•On
•Off
Press SETUP to scroll through the list and highlight one of the choices.
Press RESET to pick the highlighted item.
MyKey™
The MyKey feature allows you to program a restricted driving mode to
promote good driving habits. Refer toMyKeyin theLocks and Security
chapter.
Press SETUP to reach MyKey™.
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Tutorial
The tutorial is a self-paced guide that provides a brief overview of
instrument cluster features.
Press SETUP to reach Tutorial.
While Tutorial is highlighted, press RESET to start the tutorial. Use the
INFO, SETUP and RESET buttons to navigate through the tutorial.
Resets
Press SETUP to reach Resets.
While Resets is highlighted, press RESET to select it and move right to
display to the following:
•Reset to Default: Resets the instrument cluster display options to their
factory defaults setting.
•Long Term Fuel Econ: Resets the long term fuel economy value
displayed on the shutdown trip summary screen to 0. This will also
clear and reset the efficiency flowers.
Press SETUP to scroll through the list and highlight one of the choices.
Press RESET to reset the highlighted item.
System warnings
System warnings and important information about vehicle status will be
displayed at the left side of your vehicle’s instrument cluster. System
warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle’s
operating systems. Warnings will be displayed in large format on the left
side of the instrument cluster and then will shrink to a small format if
cleared by pressing the RESET button. The warning will remain on the
far left until the condition causing the warning is corrected.
The message center will display the temperature gauge and PRNDL
indicator if there are no more warning messages. This allows you to use
the full functionality of the message center after you acknowledge the
warning by pressing RESET and clearing the warning message.
Types of messages and warnings:
•Some messages will appear briefly to inform you of something you
may need to take action on or be informed of.
•Some messages will appear once and then again when the vehicle is
restarted.
•Some messages will reappear after clearing or being reset if a problem
or condition is still present and needs your attention.
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Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)
Turns the headlamps on with a reduced intensity output (halogen
headlamps) or turns the front fog lamps on (HID headlamp).
To activate:
•the ignition must be in the on position,
•the headlamp control is in the off, autolamps or parking lamp position
and
•the transmission must be out of the P (Park) position.
WARNING:Always remember to turn on your headlamps at
dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp
(DRL) system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not
provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate
your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL
Use to adjust the brightness of the
instrument panel and all applicable
lit components in the vehicle during
headlamp and parking lamp
operation.
•Tapthetoporbottomofthe
control to brighten/dim all interior
lit components incrementally, or
•Press and hold the top or bottom of the control until the desired
lighting level is reached.
•Press and hold the top of the control to the full on position to activate
the “dome on” feature. This will turn on the interior courtesy lights.
The lights will remain on until the bottom of the control is pressed.
AIMING THE HEADLAMPS
The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant.
If your vehicle has been in an accident, the alignment of your headlamps
should be checked by your authorized dealer.
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Courtesy wipe feature:One extra wipe will occur a few seconds after
washing the front window to clear any excess washer fluid remaining on
the windshield.
Note:Do not operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty.
This may cause the washer pump to overheat. Check the washer fluid
level frequently. Do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry.
This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper
motor to burn out. Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield,
always use the windshield washer. In freezing weather, be sure the wiper
blades are not frozen to the windshield before operating the wipers.
Windshield wiper rainlamp feature
When the windshield wipers are turned on during daylight, and the
headlamp control is in the autolamp position, the exterior lamps will turn
on after a brief delay and will remain on until the wipers are turned off.
TILT/TELESCOPE STEERING WHEEL
To adjust the steering wheel:
1. Pull the lever down to unlock the
steering column.
2. While the lever is in the down
position, move the steering wheel
up or down and in or out until you
find the desired position.
3. While holding the steering wheel
in place, pull the lever up to its
original position to lock the steering
column.
WARNING:Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is
moving.
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CENTER CONSOLE
Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These
include:
1. Cup holders with ambient lighting
(if equipped). Slide the door open
to access the cup holders.
2. Utility compartment with aux jack
and USB port, a power point, and
removable coin holder inside and a
secondary storage bin (on hinges
inside utility compartment).
Note:Slide the arm rest to the
rearward position to open the utility
compartment
3. Sliding arm rest.
WARNING:Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects
can injure you in a collision.
AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12V DC)
Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert
any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the
outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power
outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.
The auxiliary power point is located in the center console utility
compartment.
Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element (if
equipped).
To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s)
over the vehicle capacity of 12V DC/180W. If the power point or cigar
lighter socket is not working, a fuse may have blown. Refer toFuses and
relaysin theRoadside Emergencieschapter for information on
checking and replacing fuses.
To have full capacity usage of your power point, the engine is required to
be running to avoid unintentional discharge of the battery. To prevent
the battery from being discharged:
•do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is
not running,
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INTERIOR MIRROR
The interior rear view mirror has two pivot points on the support arm
which lets you adjust the mirror up or down and from side to side.
WARNING:Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in
motion.
Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror
The interior rear view mirror and a driver’s side exterior mirror have an
auto-dimming function. The electronic day/night mirror will change from
the normal (high reflective) state to the non-glare (darkened) state
when bright lights (glare) reach the interior mirror. When the interior
mirror detects bright light from behind the vehicle, the interior rear view
mirror and the driver’s side exterior mirror will automatically adjust
(darken) to minimize glare.
The mirrors will automatically return to the normal state whenever the
vehicle is placed in R (Reverse) to ensure a bright clear view when
backing up.
Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the interior
rear view mirror since this may impair proper mirror
performance.
Note:A rear center passenger and/or raised rear center headrest (if
equipped) may also block the light from reaching the sensor.
Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh
abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.
Note:If equipped with a rearview camera system, a video image will
display in the mirror or the navigation system display (if equipped) when
the vehicle is put in R (Reverse). As you shift into any other gear from R
(Reverse), the image will remain for a few seconds and then turn off.
Refer toRearview camera systemin theDrivingchapter.
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Power side view mirrors
WARNING:Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in
motion.
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•To close the moon roof from the vent position, press and hold the rear
portion of the control until the glass panel stops moving.
The moon roof has a sliding shade that can be opened or closed when
the glass panel is shut. To close the shade, pull it toward the front of the
vehicle
Accessory delay:
With accessory delay, the window switches, audio system, and moon roof
(if equipped) may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch
is turned off or until any door is opened
Note:You can open the vehicle’s front windows and moon roof (if
equipped) by using the control on the remote transmitter. Refer to
Global open windowsearlier in this chapter.
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (IF EQUIPPED)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a universal garage door opener which
can be used to replace the common hand-held transmitter.
Car2UHome Automation System (if equipped)
The Car2UHome Automation
System is a universal transmitter
located in the driver’s visor that
includes two primary features – a
garage door opener and a platform
for remote activation of devices
within the home. The Car2U
system’s garage door opener
function replaces the common
hand-held garage door opener with a three-button transmitter that is
integrated into the interior of your vehicle. After being programmed for
garage doors, the Car2Usystem transmitter can be programmed to
operate security devices and home lighting systems.
WARNING:Make sure that people and objects are clear of the
garage door or security device you are programming. Do not
program the Car2Usystem with the vehicle in the garage.
Do not use the Car2Usystem with any garage door opener that lacks
safety stop and reverse features as required by U.S. Federal Safety
Standards (this includes any garage door opener manufactured before
April 1, 1982).
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To open the luggage compartment
door (lid) from within the luggage
compartment, pull the illuminated
“T” shaped handle and push up on
the trunk lid. The handle is
composed of a material that will
glow for hours in darkness following
brief exposure to ambient light.
The “T” shaped handle will be
located either on the luggage
compartment door (lid) or inside
the luggage compartment near the
tail lamps.
WARNING:Keep vehicle
doors and luggage
compartment locked and keep
keys and remote transmitters out
of a child’s reach. Unsupervised
children could lock themselves in
the trunk and risk injury. Children
should be taught not to play in
vehicles.
WARNING:Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or animals
unattended in the vehicle. On hot days, the temperature in the
trunk or vehicle interior can rise very quickly. Exposure of people or
animals to these high temperatures for even a short time can cause
death or serious heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Small
children are particularly at risk.
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