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WARNING! (Continued)

• When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in

the vehicle with the seat belt or LATCH anchor-
ages, or remove it from the vehicle. Do not leave it
loose in the vehicle. In a sudden stop or accident, it
could strike the occupants or seatbacks and cause
serious personal injury.

Children Too Large For Booster Seats

Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt
comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend
over the front of the seat when their back is against the
seatback, should use the seat belt in a rear seat. Use this
simple 5-step test to decide whether the child can use the
vehicle’s seat belt alone:

1. Can the child sit all the way back against the back of

the vehicle seat?

2. Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the front

of the vehicle seat – while they are still sitting all the
way back?

3. Does the shoulder belt cross the child’s shoulder

between their neck and arm?

4. Is the lap part of the seat belt as low as possible,

touching the child’s thighs and not their stomach?

5. Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip?

If the answer to any of these questions was “no,” then the
child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle. If the
child is using the lap/shoulder belt, check seat belt fit
periodically and make sure the seat belt buckle is latched.
A child’s squirming or slouching can move the seat belt
out of position. If the shoulder belt contacts the face or
neck, move the child closer to the center of the vehicle, or
use a booster seat to position the seat belt on the child
correctly.

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WARNING!

Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an
arm or behind their back. In a crash, the shoulder belt
will not protect a child properly, which may result in
serious injury or death. A child must always wear
both the lap and shoulder portions of the seat belt
correctly.

Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat
Belt
The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are
equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor
(ALR) that is designed to keep the lap portion of the seat
belt tight around the child restraint so that it is not
necessary to use a locking clip. The ALR retractor can be
“switched” into a locked mode by pulling all of the
webbing out of the retractor and then letting the webbing
retract back into the retractor. If it is locked, the ALR will
make a clicking noise while the webbing is pulled back

into the retractor. Refer to the “Automatic Locking
Mode” description under “Occupant Restraints” for ad-
ditional information on ALR.

Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child
Restraints In This Vehicle

• ALR = Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor

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What is the weight limit (child’s weight +
weight of the child restraint) for using the
Tether Anchor with the seat belt to attach a
forward facing child restraint?

Weight limit of the

Child Restraint

Always use the tether anchor when using

the seat belt to install a forward facing

child restraint, up to the recommended

weight limit of the child restraint.

Can the head restraints be removed?

No

Can the buckle stalk be twisted to tighten

the seat belt against the belt path of the

child restraint?

No

Installing A Child Restraint with A Switchable
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR):

1. Place the child seat in the center of the seating

position. Move the vehicle seat as far rearward as
possible to keep the child as far from the advanced
passenger air bag as possible.

2. Pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor

to pass it through the belt path of the child restraint.
Do not twist the belt webbing in the belt path.

3. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a

“click.”

4. Pull on the webbing to make the lap portion tight

against the child seat.

5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of

the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing
out of the retractor. Then, allow the webbing to retract
back into the retractor. As the webbing retracts, you
will hear a clicking sound. This means the seat belt is
now in the Automatic Locking mode.

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6. Try to pull the webbing out of the retractor. If it is

locked, you should not be able to pull out any web-
bing. If the retractor is not locked, repeat step 5.

7. Finally, pull up on any excess webbing to tighten the

lap portion around the child restraint while you push
the child restraint rearward and downward into the
vehicle seat.

8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the

seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect
the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether
strap. See the section “Installing Child Restraints
Using the Top Tether Anchorage” for directions to
attach a tether anchor.

9. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by

pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt
path. It should not move more than 1 inch (25.4 mm)
in any direction.

Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether
Anchorage

WARNING!

Do not attach a tether strap for a rear-facing car seat
to any location in front of the car seat, including the
seat frame or a tether anchorage. Only attach the
tether strap of a rear-facing car seat to the tether
anchorage that is approved for that seating position,
located behind the top of the vehicle seat. See the
section “Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren
(LATCH) Restraint System” for the location of ap-
proved tether anchorages in your vehicle.

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There is a tether strap anchor located behind
the child tether access cover behind the passen-
ger seat. To attach a child restraint tether strap
to the anchor:

1. Move the seat forward.

2. Move the seatback to its full forward position.

3. Remove the child tether access cover by prying either

side with a screwdriver or similar tool, as shown.

Child Seat Tether Access Cover

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NOTE:

While the child tether is in use, keep the access

cover in a safe place so that it can be replaced after use of
the child tether.

4. Pass the child restraint tether hook through either

opening in the seatback underneath the head restraint.

5. Attach the tether hook to the anchor loop.

6. Move the seat to its farthest rearward position. Apply

body pressure to the seat to be sure the seat adjusters
have latched.

7. Return the seatback to an upright position.

Child Seat Tether Anchor

Tether Hook

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8. Remove slack from the tether strap according to the

child restraint manufacturer’s directions.

WARNING!

An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchorage position directly be-
hind the child seat to secure a child restraint top
tether strap.

Transporting Pets

Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in
a collision.

Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses
or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.

BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS

A long break-in period is not required for the drivetrain
(engine, transmission, and rear axle) in your new vehicle.
Following these few simple guidelines is all that is
necessary for a good break-in.

For the first 500 miles (800 km):

• Keep your vehicle speed below the legal, posted speed

limit and your engine speed below 4,000 RPM.

• Avoid driving at a constant speed, either fast or slow,

for long periods.

• Do not make any full throttle starts and avoid full

throttle acceleration.

• Use the proper gear for your speed range.
• Wait until the engine has reached normal operating

temperature before driving at the recommended maxi-
mum break-in speed.

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• Avoid excessive idling.
• Check the engine oil level at every fuel fill.

NOTE:

A new engine will consume some oil during the

first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This
should be considered a normal part of the break-in and
not interpreted as a sign of difficulty.

SAFETY TIPS

Transporting Passengers

NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO
AREA.

WARNING!

• Do not leave children or animals inside parked

vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.

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WARNING! (Continued)

• It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,

inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people
riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed.

• Do not allow people to ride in any area of your

vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat
belts.

• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and

using a seat belt properly.

Exhaust Gas

WARNING!

Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can

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eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO),
follow these safety tips:
• Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in

confined areas any longer than needed to move
your vehicle in or out of the area.

• If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate/

rear doors open, make sure that all windows are
closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is
set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation
mode.

• If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the

engine running, adjust your heating or cooling
controls to force outside air into the vehicle. Set the
blower at high speed.

The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.

Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust
system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the
vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is
damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-
plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken,
damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open
seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes
to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition,
inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required.

Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle

Seat Belts

Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.

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Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor,
torn webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt
or retractor condition, replace the belt.

Air Bag Warning Light

The light should come on and remain on for four to eight
seconds for a bulb check when the ignition is first cycled
to ON. If the light is not lit during starting, see your
authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes
on while driving, have the system checked by an autho-
rized dealer.

Defroster

Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield. See your
authorized dealer for service if your defroster is inoper-
able.

Floor Mat Safety Information

Always use floor mats designed to fit the foot well of
your vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal
area unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that
they cannot slip out of position and interfere with the
pedals or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other
ways.

Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle

Tires

Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread. Inspect the tread and sidewall for
cuts and cracks. Check the wheel nuts for tightness.
Check the tires for proper pressure.

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Lights

Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and
exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn
signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument
panel.

Door Latches

Check for proper closing, latching, and locking.

Fluid Leaks

Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid (if
equipped), or brake fluid leaks are suspected. The cause
should be located and corrected immediately.

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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

CONTENTS

䡵 MIRRORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
▫ Outside Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
▫ Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
▫ Vanity Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93

䡵 SEATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94

▫ Instruction Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94
▫ Power Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
▫ Non-Adjustable Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . .99

䡵 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD . . . . . . . . .100

䡵 LIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102

▫ Headlight Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
▫ Automatic Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
▫ Headlights On With Wipers (Available With

Automatic Headlights Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . .103

▫ Headlight Time Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
▫ Daytime Running Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104
▫ Lights-On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104
▫ Multifunction Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
▫ Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105

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▫ High/Low Beam Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106
▫ Flash-To-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106
▫ Interior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106

䡵 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS . . . . . .108

▫ Intermittent Wiper System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
▫ Wiper Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109
▫ Mist Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109
▫ Windshield Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
▫ Headlights On With Wipers (Available With

Automatic Headlights Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . .111

䡵 TILT STEERING COLUMN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
䡵 ADJUSTABLE PEDALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112

▫ Adjustable Foot Rest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114

䡵 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . .114

▫ To Activate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
▫ To Set A Desired Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
▫ To Deactivate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
▫ To Resume Speed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
▫ To Accelerate For Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118

䡵 PARKVIEW® REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF

EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118

䡵 GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED . . .120

▫ Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® . .121
▫ Programming A Rolling Code . . . . . . . . . . . . .122
▫ Programming A Non-Rolling Code . . . . . . . . .124

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▫ Canadian/Gate Operator Programming . . . . . .125
▫ Using HomeLink® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127
▫ Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127
▫ Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127
▫ General Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129

䡵 ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS . . . . . . . . . . .129

▫ Auxiliary Jumper Harness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132

䡵 CUPHOLDERS — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . .134
䡵 STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134

▫ Glove Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134
▫ Console Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135
▫ Door Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137

䡵 REAR WINDOW FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138

▫ Rear Window Defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138

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MIRRORS

Automatic Dimming Mirror

This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare
from vehicles behind you. This feature will be defaulted
on, and only be disabled when the vehicle is moving in
reverse.

If Equipped, the rearview mirror contains an ASSIST and
a 9-1-1 button.

9-1-1 Call

Push the 9-1-1 Call button on the Rearview Mirror.

Automatic Dimming Mirror

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