To select preset or favorite radio stations: Press and release to go to the next or previous radio station stored as a preset or favorite. To select tracks on a CD/DVD: Press and release to go to the next or previous track. To select tracks on an iPod or USB device for vehicles without a navigation system:...
Instruments and Controls To navigate folders on an iPod or USB device for vehicles with a navigation system: 1. Go to the Music Navigator by first touching the center touch screen folder button in the main audio page. 2. While in Music Navigator, select the folder/artist/genre/category, etc.
Windshield Wiper/Washer The windshield wiper/washer lever is located on the left side of the steering column. Turn the band with the wiper symbol to control the windshield wipers. (Mist): Single wipe, turn the band to and then release. Several wipes, hold the band longer.
Instruments and Controls Rear Window Wiper/ Washer The rear wiper and rear wash button is located on the instrument panel below the climate control system. (Rear Wiper): Press to turn the rear wiper on and off. The wiper speed cannot be changed. (Wash): Press to spray washer fluid on the rear window.
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2. Find the vehicle's current location and variance zone number on the map. Zones 1 through 15 are available. 3. Press the set/reset button to scroll through and select the appropriate variance zone. 4. Press the trip/fuel button until the vehicle heading, for example, N for North, is displayed in the DIC.
Instruments and Controls 4. The DIC will display CALIBRATING: DRIVE IN CIRCLES. Drive the vehicle in tight circles at less than 8 km/h (5 mph) to complete the calibration. The DIC will display CALIBRATION COMPLETE for a few seconds when the calibration is complete.
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WARNING Power is always supplied to the outlets. Do not leave electrical equipment plugged in when the vehicle is not in use because the vehicle could catch fire and cause injury or death. Leaving electrical equipment plugged in for an extended period of time while the vehicle is off will drain the battery.
5-10 Instruments and Controls The power outlet is not designed for and may not work properly, if the following are plugged in: Equipment with high initial peak wattage such as: compressor-driven refrigerators and electric power tools. Other equipment requiring an extremely stable power supply such as: microcomputer-controlled...
5-12 Instruments and Controls Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle's speed in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). Odometer The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in either kilometers or miles. This vehicle has a tamper-resistant odometer.
Here are some situations that may occur with the fuel gauge. None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gauge. At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off before the gauge reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated.
5-14 Instruments and Controls Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left idling for an extended period. If there is a problem with the battery charging system, a SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM message will appear in the Driver...
as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop or other electronic device. To turn off the warning light and or chime, remove the object from the seat or buckle the safety belt. Airbag Readiness Light This light shows if there is an electrical problem with the airbag system.
5-16 Instruments and Controls If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the right front passenger frontal airbag is enabled (may inflate). If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the passenger sensing system has...
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emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment. This light should come on when the ignition is on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show it is working.
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5-18 Instruments and Controls Light On Steady: An emission control system malfunction has been detected on the vehicle. Diagnosis and service might be required. An emission system malfunction might be corrected: Make sure the fuel cap is fully installed. See .
The vehicle may not pass inspection if: The malfunction indicator lamp is on with the engine running, or if the light does not come on when the ignition is turned to ON/RUN while the engine is off. The critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system.
5-20 Instruments and Controls If, while driving, the light comes on and a brake message comes on the Driver Information Center (DIC), pull off the road and stop carefully. The pedal could be harder to push or the pedal can go closer to the floor. It could take longer to stop.
® StabiliTrak Indicator Light This light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally the indicator light goes off. If it stays on, or comes on while driving, there could be a problem with the StabiliTrak system and the vehicle might need service.
5-22 Instruments and Controls When the Light Flashes First and Then is On Steady This indicates that there may be a problem with the Tire Pressure Monitor System. The light flashes for about a minute and stays on steady for the remainder of the ignition cycle.
Security Light This light flashes when the security system is activated. For more information, see Instruments and Controls High-Beam on Light The high-beam on light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. for more information. 5-23 Cruise Control Light This light comes on whenever the cruise control is set.
5-24 Instruments and Controls Information Displays Driver Information Center (DIC) (With DIC Buttons) If your vehicle has DIC buttons, the information below explains the operation of this system. The DIC displays information about your vehicle. It also displays warning messages if a system problem is detected.
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(Vehicle Information): Press this button to display the oil life, park assist on vehicles with this feature, units, tire pressure readings on vehicles with this feature, and compass calibration and zone setting on vehicles with this feature. (Trip/Fuel): Press this button to display the odometer, trip odometers, fuel range, average economy, timer, fuel used, and...
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5-26 Instruments and Controls UNITS Press the vehicle information button until UNITS displays. This display allows you to select between Metric or English units of measurement. Once in this display, press the set/reset button to select between METRIC or ENGLISH units. All of the vehicle information will then be displayed in the unit of measurement selected.
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Each trip odometer can be reset to zero separately by pressing the set/ reset button or the trip odometer reset stem while the desired trip odometer is displayed. The trip odometer has a feature called retroactive reset. This can be used to set the trip odometer to the number of kilometers (miles) driven since the ignition was last turned on.
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5-28 Instruments and Controls Fuel Economy Press the trip/fuel button until FUEL ECONOMY displays. The FUEL ECONOMY display shows an estimate of the vehicle fuel economy under a given driving condition at a specific moment. For example, if the vehicle is accelerating and achieving low fuel efficiency this display will show fewer bars, but if the vehicle is...
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Without DIC Buttons) If your vehicle does not have DIC buttons, the information below explains the operation of this system. The DIC has different displays which can be accessed by pressing the trip odometer reset stem located on the instrument panel cluster.
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5-30 Instruments and Controls As the vehicle begins moving, the display will then increase to 8.2 km (5.1 miles), 8.4 km (5.2 miles), etc. If the retro-active reset feature is activated after the vehicle is started, but before it begins moving, the display will show the number of kilometers (km) or miles (mi) that were driven during the last ignition...
UNITS To access this display, the vehicle must be in P (Park). Press the trip odometer reset stem until UNITS displays. This display allows you to select between Metric or English units of measurement. Once in this display, press and hold the trip odometer reset stem to select between METRIC or ENGLISH units.
5-32 Instruments and Controls The following are the possible messages that can be displayed and some information about them. Battery Voltage and Charging Messages BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message displays when the system detects that the battery voltage is dropping below expected levels.
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HOOD OPEN On some models, this message displays and a chime sounds if the hood is not fully closed. Stop and turn off the vehicle, check the hood for obstructions, and close the hood again. Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC.
5-34 Instruments and Controls ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE If you drive your vehicle while the engine is overheating, severe engine damage may occur. If an overheat warning appears on the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Do not increase the engine speed above normal idling speed.
OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE If you drive your vehicle while the engine oil pressure is low, severe engine damage may occur. If a low oil pressure warning appears on the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, stop the vehicle as soon as possible.
5-36 Instruments and Controls Key and Lock Messages REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY This message displays if a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter battery is low. The battery needs to be replaced in the transmitter. See Battery Replacement under Lamp Messages AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL OFF This message displays when the...
Ride Control System Messages SERVICE STABILITRAK This message displays if there is a ® problem with the StabiliTrak system. If this message appears, try to reset the system. Stop; turn off the engine for at least 15 seconds; then start the engine again. If this message still comes on, it means there is a problem.
5-38 Instruments and Controls Service Vehicle Messages SERVICE A/C (Air Conditioning) SYSTEM This message displays when the electronic sensors that control the air conditioning and heating systems are no longer working. Have the climate control system serviced by your dealer if you notice a drop in heating and air conditioning efficiency.
SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS), this message displays if a part on the TPMS is not working properly. The tire pressure light also flashes and then remains on during the same ignition cycle. See .
5-40 Instruments and Controls TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE If you drive the vehicle while the transmission fluid is overheating and the transmission temperature warning is displayed on the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, you can damage the transmission. This could lead to costly repairs that would not be covered by the warranty.
Vehicle Personalization Vehicle Personalization (With DIC Buttons) Your vehicle may have customization capabilities that allow you to program certain features to one preferred setting. Customization features can only be programmed to one setting on the vehicle and cannot be programmed to a preferred setting for two different drivers.
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5-42 Instruments and Controls Press the customization button until the DISPLAY LANGUAGE screen appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to access the settings for this feature. Then press the customization button to scroll through the following settings: ENGLISH (default): All messages will appear in English.
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DRIVER AT KEY OUT: Only the driver's door will unlock when the key is taken out of the ignition. DRIVER IN PARK: Only the driver's door will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park) . ALL AT KEY OUT: All of the doors will unlock when the key is taken out of the ignition.
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5-44 Instruments and Controls REMOTE DOOR UNLOCK This feature allows you to select the type of feedback you will receive when unlocking the vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. You will not receive feedback when unlocking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter if the doors are open.
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EXIT LIGHTING This feature allows you to select the amount of time you want the exterior lamps to remain on when it is dark enough outside. This happens after the key is turned from ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF. Press the customization button until EXIT LIGHTING appears on the DIC display.
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5-46 Instruments and Controls CHIME VOLUME This feature allows you to select the volume level of the chime. Press the customization button until CHIME VOLUME appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to access the settings for this feature. Then press the customization button to scroll through the following settings: NORMAL: The chime volume will...
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Press the customization button until EASY EXIT SEAT appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to access the settings for this feature. Then press the customization button to scroll through the following settings: OFF (default): No automatic seat exit recall will occur.
5-48 Instruments and Controls DO NOT RESTORE: The customization features will not be set to their factory default settings. To select a setting, press the set/ reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC. EXIT FEATURE SETTINGS This feature allows you to exit the feature settings menu.
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Do not use the Universal Home Remote with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the Universal Home Remote.
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5-50 Instruments and Controls 2. Hold the end of your hand-held transmitter about 3 to 8 cm (1 to 3 inches) away from the Universal Home Remote buttons while keeping the indicator light in view. The hand-held transmitter was supplied by the manufacturer of your garage door opener receiver (motor head unit).
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7. Firmly press and release the Learn or Smart button. After you press this button, you will have 30 seconds to complete Step 8. 8. Immediately return to the vehicle. Firmly press and hold the Universal Home Remote button, selected in Step 3 to control the garage door, for two seconds, and then release it.
5-52 Instruments and Controls Universal Remote System Operation Using Universal Remote Press and hold the appropriate Universal Remote button for at least half of a second. The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted. Erasing Universal Remote Buttons All programmed buttons should be erased when the vehicle is sold or...
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