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Do not store heavy or sharp objects in the rear storage compartments located in the hatch/trunk area. The objects could damage the underside of the hatch/trunk.

Caution

Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie-down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle.

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Vehicle Security This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; however, they do not make the vehicle impossible to steal.

Vehicle Alarm System This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm system.

The indicator light, on the instrument panel near the windshield, indicates the status of the system. Off : Alarm system is disarmed.

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On Solid : Vehicle is secured during the delay to arm the system. Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured. A door, the hood, or the hatch/trunk is open. Slow Flash : Alarm system is armed. Arming the Alarm System 1. Turn off the vehicle. 2. Lock the vehicle in one of

three ways: . Use the RKE transmitter. . Use the Keyless Access

system.

. With a door open, press Q on the interior of the door.

3. After 30 seconds the alarm

system will arm, and the indicator light will begin to slowly flash indicating the alarm system is operating. Pressing Q on the RKE transmitter a second time will bypass the 30-second delay and immediately arm the alarm system.

The vehicle alarm system will not arm if the doors are locked with the key. If the driver door is opened without first unlocking with the RKE transmitter, the horn will chirp and the lights will flash to indicate pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not started, or the door is not unlocked by pressing K on the RKE transmitter during the 10-second pre-alarm, the alarm will be activated. The alarm will also be activated if the passenger door, the hatch/trunk, or the hood is opened without first disarming the system. When the alarm is activated, the turn signals flash and the horn sounds for about 30 seconds. The alarm system will then re-arm to monitor for the next unauthorized event. Disarming the Alarm System To disarm the alarm system or turn off the alarm if it has been activated, do one of the following: . Press K on the RKE transmitter.

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. Unlock the vehicle using the

Keyless Access system.

. Start the vehicle. To avoid setting off the alarm by accident: . Lock the vehicle after all

occupants have left the vehicle and both doors are closed.

. Always unlock a door with the

RKE transmitter or use the Keyless Access system.

Unlocking the driver door with the key will not disarm the system or turn off the alarm. How to Detect a Tamper Condition If K is pressed on the transmitter and the horn chirps and the lights flash three times, a previous alarm occurred while the system was armed. If the alarm has been activated, a message will appear on the DIC. See Security Messages 0 127.

Inclination Sensor and Intrusion Sensor In addition to the standard theft-deterrent system features, this system may also have an inclination sensor and intrusion sensor. The inclination sensor can set off the alarm if it senses movement of the vehicle, such as a change in vehicle orientation. The intrusion sensor monitors the vehicle interior, and can activate the alarm if it senses unauthorized entry into the vehicle’s interior. Do not allow passengers or pets to remain in the vehicle when the intrusion sensor is activated. Before arming the theft-deterrent system and activating the intrusion sensor: . Make sure both doors and

windows are completely closed. . Secure any loose items such as

sunshades.

. Make sure there are no

obstructions blocking the sensors.

Intrusion and Inclination Sensors Disable Switch It is recommended that the intrusion and inclination sensors be deactivated if pets are left in the vehicle or the vehicle is being transported. With the vehicle turned off, press d to the right of the hatch/trunk release button. The indicator light will come on momentarily, indicating that these sensors have been disabled until the next time the alarm system is armed.

Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement 0 325.

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The immobilizer system can learn new or replacement RKE transmitters. Up to eight RKE transmitters can be programmed for the vehicle. To program additional transmitters, see “Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle” under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 26. Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft-deterrent system in the vehicle.

Immobilizer Operation The vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system.

The security light comes on in the instrument cluster if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system. This light also comes on briefly when the engine is started. The system is automatically armed when the ignition is turned off. The immobilization system is disarmed when the ignition is placed in ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/ START and a valid transmitter is found in the vehicle. You do not have to manually arm or disarm the system.

The system has one or more RKE transmitters that are matched to an immobilizer control unit in the vehicle. Only a correctly matched RKE transmitter starts the vehicle. The vehicle may not start if the RKE transmitter is damaged. If the engine does not start and the security light comes on, there may be a problem with the immobilizer system. Press the ENGINE START/ STOP button again. If the vehicle does not start and the RKE transmitter appears to be undamaged, try another RKE transmitter. Or, place the transmitter in the transmitter pocket. See “NO REMOTE DETECTED” under Key and Lock Messages 0 124. Check the fuse. See Fuses 0 247. If the engine still does not start with the other transmitter, the vehicle needs service. If the engine does start, the first transmitter may be faulty. See your dealer or have a new RKE transmitter programmed to the vehicle.

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Exterior Mirrors

Power Mirrors

Convex Mirrors

{ Warning

A convex mirror can make things, like other vehicles, look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on the right. Check the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.

The passenger side mirror is convex shaped. A convex mirror's surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver seat.

To adjust the mirrors: 1. Press L (Left) or R (Right) to

select a mirror.

2. Press the control pad to adjust

the mirror.

3. Return the switch to the center

to deselect the mirror.

If the vehicle has the memory feature, a preferred mirror position can be stored. See Memory Seats 0 57.

Folding Mirrors To fold, pull the mirror toward the vehicle. Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position.

Heated Mirrors 1 (Rear Window Defogger) : Press to heat the mirrors. See “Rear Window Defogger” under Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 152.

Automatic Dimming Mirror The driver outside mirror automatically adjusts for the glare of headlamps from behind.

Reverse Tilt Mirrors If equipped with memory seats, the passenger and/or driver mirror tilts to a preselected position when the vehicle is in R (Reverse). This allows the curb to be seen when parallel parking.

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Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror If equipped, automatic dimming reduces the glare of headlamps from behind. The dimming feature comes on when the vehicle is started.

The mirror(s) return to the original position when: . The vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse), or remains in R (Reverse) for about 30 seconds.

. The ignition is turned off. . The vehicle is driven in

R (Reverse) above a set speed.

To turn this feature on or off, see Vehicle Personalization 0 130.

Interior Mirrors

Interior Rearview Mirrors Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle. If equipped with OnStar, there are three buttons at the bottom of the mirror. See your dealer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar. See OnStar Overview 0 329. To avoid accidental OnStar calls, clean the mirror with the ignition off. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with water.

Manual Rearview Mirror Push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it rearward for nighttime use to avoid glare of the headlamps from behind.

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Windows

{ Warning

Power Windows

{ Warning

Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke.

Leaving children in a vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is dangerous for many reasons; children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the RKE transmitter in the vehicle and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave the RKE transmitter in a vehicle with children.

Press the switch to the first detent to lower the window. Pull to the first detent to raise the window. Release to stop at the desired position. If windows are operated repeatedly in short intervals, window operation is disabled for a short time. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) allows the use of the power windows when the ignition is off. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 179. Express Window Operation This feature allows the window to automatically open or close fully.

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. To activate express-down, press

the switch fully to the second detent and release.

. To activate express-up, pull the switch fully to the second detent and release.

. To stop window movement,

press or pull the switch briefly.

Obstacle Detection This feature is active during express-up movements in ON/RUN/ START, or when the engine is off and RAP is active. Obstacle detection also works with RAP when the switch is held up. If the window encounters an object during closing, it will stop and open to a predetermined distance. Conditions such as severe cold or ice may cause the window to auto-reverse. The window will return to normal operation once the condition or object is removed. If conditions prevent a window from closing and the window continues to auto-reverse, it is possible to close the window while in ON/RUN/

START by holding the window switch in the first or second detent until the window is closed. Window Operation with Convertible Top Windows automatically lower fully when the convertible top is lowered or raised. See Convertible Top 0 49. To raise the windows, pull the switch to the second detent and release. Window Indexing Indexing automatically lowers the window a small amount when the door is opened. When the door is closed, the window will raise to its full up position. If either window does not index properly, it could be due to loss of power. Before returning to the dealer for service, perform the window indexing reset procedure. Window Indexing and Express-Up Reset Window indexing may be required if the vehicle battery has been recharged or disconnected, or is not working. Express-up and the

convertible top will not function until the windows are reset. After battery power is restored, a message displays in the Driver Information Center. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 113. Once power is restored: 1. Close the doors. 2. Start the vehicle. 3. Hold the window switch up to

the fully closed position.

Sun Visors

Pull the sun visor down to block glare. Detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side window or, if equipped, extend along the rod.

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Roof

Roof Panel If equipped with a removable roof panel, use the following procedures to remove or install it.

Caution

If a roof panel is dropped or rested on its edges, the roof panel, paint, and/or weatherstripping may be damaged. Always place the roof panel in the stowage receivers after removing it from the vehicle.

Removing the Roof Panel

{ Warning

Do not remove a roof panel while the vehicle is moving. The panel could fall into the vehicle and strike an occupant and cause you to lose control. It could also fly off (Continued)

Warning (Continued)

and strike another vehicle. Remove the roof panel only when the vehicle is parked.

It may be necessary to have help removing the roof panel. To remove: 1. Shift an automatic transmission

into P (Park) or a manual transmission into 1 (First) or R (Reverse).

2. Turn the ignition off and set the

parking brake.

3. Lower both sun visors. 4. Open the rear hatch/trunk and

remove any items that may interfere with proper storage of the roof panel.

5. Lower the windows.

There are two release handles on the front and one release handle on the rear of the roof panel.

6. To unlock the front release handles, pull them outward, turning fully.

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7. Press the button on the front of

the rear release handle to unlock it. The latch lever will open.

8. Stand on one side of the

vehicle, and if necessary, have someone stand on the other side. Together, carefully lift the front edge of the roof panel up and forward. Avoid dropping the rear edge downward.

9. When the roof panel is loose, grasp it as close to the center as possible and lift it away from the vehicle.

Storing the Roof Panel { Warning

If a roof panel is not stored properly, it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver. People in the vehicle could be injured. Always use the stowage receivers.

Caution

Dirt, dust, or other contaminants on the removable roof panel or cargo shade could cause damage to the finish of the roof panel if it is stored under the shade. Remove the cargo shade when storing the roof in the rear compartment.

1. Turn the roof panel so that the

front edge of the panel is facing the front of the vehicle.

2.

Insert the front of the roof panel so that the indents lay on top of the receivers.

3. Line up the rear roof panel pins

so that they drop into the receivers on the back of the storage area.

4. Press down firmly to seat the

pins in the rear receivers.

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Installing the Roof Panel

{ Warning

An improperly attached roof panel may fall into or fly off the vehicle. You or others could be injured. After installing the roof panel, always check that it is firmly attached by pushing up on the underside of the panel. Check now and then to be sure the roof panel is firmly in place.

Caution

Installing the roof with the release handles in the closed position could cause damage to the interior trim. Always move handles to the open position when installing the roof.

It is easier if two people install the roof panel.

1. Shift an automatic transmission

into P (Park). Shift a manual transmission into 1 (First) or R (Reverse).

2. Turn the ignition off and set the

parking brake.

3. To remove the roof panel, pull

up on the rear edge and remove it from the storage area.

4. Carefully place the roof panel

over the top of the vehicle.

the pins at the rear of the roof panel inside the openings in the rear overhead weatherstrip. Gently lower the front edge of the roof panel to the front of the roof opening.

6. Check that the

weatherstripping on each side of the roof panel is under the panel.

7. Make sure the front release handles are in the full open position.

8. Push the roof firmly downward

to engage the pins.

9. Turn the front release handles inward so that they fully latch to the closed position. It is critical that the handles fully latch.

5. Position the rear edge of the

roof panel next to the weatherstrip on the back of the roof opening. Then align and fit

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Caution

covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not use glass cleaner on the painted roof panel.

Follow these guidelines when operating the convertible top or damage can occur:

When cleaning, removing, and/or storing the roof panel: . Flush with water to remove dust

and dirt, then dry the panel.

. Do not use abrasive cleaning

materials on the panel.

Convertible Top If equipped with a convertible top, review the following before operating:

{ Warning

While opening or closing the convertible top, people can be injured by the moving parts of the tonneau cover or convertible top. Maintain visual contact with the top while it is being operated.

. Remove all items from the roof, trunk lid, or tonneau cover before operating.

. Remove all objects from the

trunk that may contact the convertible top when it is operated.

. Do not leave the vehicle

with the convertible top open.

. Do not exceed 50 km/h

(31 mph) until the top has completely closed or opened.

. Do not open or close the top

while driving in high wind conditions.

. Do not operate the

convertible top multiple times in a short period of

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10. Push back and up on the rear

release handle to insert the hook in the loop.

11. Push and pull the roof panel up

and down and side to side to ensure the roof panel is securely installed.

Maintaining the Roof Panel

Caution

Using glass cleaner on a painted roof panel could damage the panel. The repairs would not be

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time without starting the engine to avoid draining the vehicle battery.

. Do not open or store the convertible top when it is dirty or wet. This could result in stains, mildew, or other damage.

. Only store the vehicle with

the top fully closed.

Opening the Convertible Top — Instrument Panel Switch 1. Remove all objects from the top of the tonneau cover and forward of the partition. Place the partition in the rear storage area in the upright position. Fasten both sides of the partition to the posts just below the tonneau cover. See Rear Storage 0 88.

2. Close the trunk. 3. Start the vehicle or place it in

ACC/ACCESSORY.

4. When possible, operate the

convertible top when the vehicle is stopped. The top can be operated while driving below 50 km/h (31 mph) and will stop if that speed is exceeded. The top operation will take approximately 25 seconds. Make sure the top operation can be completed before that speed is reached.

5. Press and hold the bottom of

M. The windows will automatically lower.

6. After the convertible top is completely open, a chime sounds and a DIC message displays. Release the switch.

If the radio is on, the sound may be muted for a brief time due to a new audio system equalization being loaded. Opening the Convertible Top — RKE Transmitter 1. Make sure the vehicle is off. 2. The trunk partition must

already be in place and the trunk closed.

3. Keep visual contact with the vehicle. Press and release K on the RKE transmitter and then quickly press and hold M.

4. Hold M until the top is

completely opened and the exterior lamps flash. A chime will sound.

If the top stops before it has completely opened, press K and then press M again.

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If the top still stops opening try the following: . Move closer to the vehicle. . Hold M until the operation is

complete. Interference from other RKE transmitters or devices may interrupt the operation. Press K and then M again. If the top still does not open use the convertible switch in the vehicle.

The convertible top cannot be closed using the RKE transmitter. See Rear Storage 0 88. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 26.

Closing the Convertible Top 1. Make sure the sun visor mirror covers are closed and the sun visors are stored in the center mount position.

2. Remove all objects from the top of the tonneau cover and forward of the partition. Place the partition in the rear storage area in the upright position. Fasten both sides of the partition to the posts just below the tonneau cover. See Rear Storage 0 88.

3. Close the trunk. 4. Start the vehicle or place it in

ACC/ACCESSORY.

5. When possible, operate the

convertible top when the vehicle is stopped. The top can be operated while driving below 50 km/h (31 mph) and will stop if that speed is exceeded. The top operation will take approximately 25 seconds. Make sure the top operation can be completed before that speed is reached.

6. Press and hold the top of M. The windows will automatically lower.

7. After the convertible top is completely closed, a chime sounds and a DIC message displays. Release the switch. Raise the windows if needed. If the radio is on, the sound may be muted for a brief time due to a new audio system equalization being loaded.

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Troubleshooting Check the following if the convertible top switch M is not operating: . The ignition should be in ACC/

ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/ START, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) should be active. . The trunk lid should be closed and the trunk partition in place. A DIC message will display. If the ONLY MANUAL OPERATION OF TOP POSSIBLE message is displayed on the DIC, see “Manual Movement of Top” later in this section.

. At cooler outside temperatures,

the convertible top may not open. It is possible to close the top down to temperatures of about −20 °C (−4 °F). A DIC message will display if the top will not open due to low temperature. If necessary, move the vehicle to a heated indoor area to operate the top.

If the top has recently been cycled repeatedly or left in an intermediate state, it will be temporarily disabled. A DIC message displays. Normal operation will be restored within 10 minutes after the system has cooled. If the vehicle battery is low, the power top operation may be disabled. Try to start the vehicle. A DIC message displays. If the battery has recently been reconnected or if the vehicle has been jump started, the top may not operate until the power windows have been indexed. Complete the power window indexing procedure. See Power Windows 0 44.

See Convertible Top Messages 0 121. Other features may be affected while operating the convertible top: . The trunk can only be opened

with the key until the convertible top is completely opened or closed.

. Do not try to start the vehicle while opening the top with the RKE transmitter. A DIC message may display. Release both buttons and wait a few seconds before starting the vehicle normally.

. The passive door unlock feature may not operate properly while using the RKE transmitter to open the convertible top.

. The windows cannot close while

the top is moving.

. When driving with the top not fully secured, chimes can be heard above 80 km/h (50 mph).

If the vehicle battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the fuses were pulled or replaced, or a jump start was performed, the TOP NOT SECURE message may display. Press and hold M to open/close the top until this message is cleared. See Convertible Top Messages 0 121.

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Partial Top Cycling If the convertible top operation is stopped before completion, the top will temporarily hold its position. If the ignition is in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, the top will be held for up to five minutes. If the vehicle is moving or off, the amount of time will vary from a few seconds to about a minute. Beeps and DIC messages will be displayed before the top will move. When this occurs, immediately finish the convertible top operation by pressing the button again until it completes. If the top cannot be secured, keep clear of the top components. In some conditions the top may move quickly. Do not drive with the convertible top in an unsecured position. The top components may move unexpectedly. In some cases the top may not be able to be power operated. If this occurs, follow the DIC messages displayed.

If the tonneau cover is not secured and latched, and the vehicle is moving above 10 km/h (6 mph), the tonneau cover may automatically move to a stable position. See Convertible Top Messages 0 121. Manual Movement of Top If the DIC displays the ONLY MANUAL OPERATION OF TOP POSSIBLE message: 1. Press M to either open or

2.

close the top. Press the switch in the opposite direction if one does not work. If the top moves, continue pressing the switch in that direction for at least five seconds. The top should then work normally.

If the top does not respond in either direction, use the following procedure to manually adjust the convertible top and tonneau cover if they are retracted but not latched. This requires more than one person.

1. On each side of the tonneau cover, lift and pivot rearward into the fully open position.

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To protect the convertible top: . Make sure the convertible top is completely dry before lowering it.

. Do not get any cleaner on the vehicle's painted finish; it could leave streaks.

2. Lift and pivot the convertible

top rearward into the fully stowed position.

If the convertible top does not operate after this adjustment, close the tonneau cover and take it to your dealer for service. Cleaning the Convertible Top The convertible top should be cleaned often. Do not use high-pressure car washes as these may cause water to enter the vehicle. Hand wash the convertible top in partial shade. Use mild soap, lukewarm water, and a soft sponge. A chamois or cloth may leave lint on the top, and a brush can chafe the threads in the top fabric. Do not use detergents, harsh cleaners, solvents, or bleaching agents. Wet the entire top and let the soap remain on the fabric for a few minutes. Wash evenly to avoid spots or rings. When the top is very dirty, use a mild foam-type cleaner. Thoroughly rinse the entire vehicle, then let the top dry in direct sunlight.

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Head Restraints The vehicle's front seats have head restraints in the outboard seating positions that cannot be adjusted. The front seat outboard head restraints are not removable.

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Head Restraints

Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Front Seats

Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . 56
Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Seatback Latches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Heated and Ventilated Front

Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Safety Belts

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
How to Wear Safety Belts

Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Safety Belt Use During

Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Safety Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . 65
Safety Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Replacing Safety Belt System

Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Airbag System

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . 68
When Should an Airbag

Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

What Makes an Airbag

Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

How Does an Airbag

Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

What Will You See after an

Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Passenger Sensing System . . . 71
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped

Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Adding Equipment to the

Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . 76
Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . . . 77
Replacing Airbag System Parts

after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Child Restraints

Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Infants and Young Children . . . . 79
Child Restraint Systems . . . . . . . 81
Lower Anchors and Tethers for

Children (LATCH System) . . . . 83
Securing Child Restraints . . . . . . 84

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Power Seat Adjustment

{ Warning

You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving. Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving.

To adjust the seat: . Move the seat forward or

rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward.

. Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down.

. Raise or lower the seat by

moving the rear of the control up or down.

To adjust the seatback, see Reclining Seatbacks 0 57. To adjust the lumbar support, see Lumbar Adjustment 0 56.

Seat Travel Limit If a seat is moved all the way to the rear and/or the seatback is reclined so that it makes contact with the carpet, all rearward seat movement will stop. Normal operation of the seat will resume when the seatback is no longer in contact with the carpet. This is normal.

If a seat is folded forward, all rearward or downward seat movement will stop. Normal operation will resume when the seat is returned to an upright position.

Lumbar Adjustment

To adjust the lumbar and bolster support (if equipped): . Press and hold the control

forward to increase or rearward to decrease lumbar support. If equipped, press and hold the control upward to increase or downward to decrease the side bolster support.

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For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear the safety belt properly.

Memory Seats

To adjust the seatback: . Tilt the top of the control

rearward to recline.

. Tilt the top of the control forward

to raise.

{ Warning

Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job.

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If memory equipped, the 1, 2, SET, and S (Exit) buttons on the driver door are used to manually store and recall memory settings for the driver seat, outside mirrors, and power tilt and telescoping steering column.

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Storing Memory Positions To store positions to the 1 and 2
buttons: 1. Place the ignition in ON/RUN/ START or ACC/ACCESSORY. 2. Adjust the driver seat, outside mirrors, and the power tilt and telescoping steering column to the desired driving positions.

3. Press and release SET. A beep

4.

will sound. Immediately press and hold 1
until two beeps sound.

5. Repeat Steps 1–4 for a second

driver using 2.

To store exit positions and easy exit features, repeat Steps 1–4 using S (Exit) to store your positions for getting out of the vehicle.

Manually Recalling Memory Positions Press and hold 1, 2, or S to manually recall the previously stored memory positions. Releasing

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1, 2, or S before the stored positions are reached stops the recall.

Automatically Recalling Memory Positions (Auto Memory Recall) If programmed on in the vehicle personalization menu, the Auto (Automatic) Memory Recall feature automatically recalls the current driver’s previously stored 1 or 2
position when the ignition is changed from OFF to ON/RUN/ START or ACC/ACCESSORY. See “Auto Memory Recall” under “Comfort and Convenience” in Vehicle Personalization 0 130. To stop recall movement, press one of the memory, power mirror, or power seat controls, or press the power tilt and telescoping steering column control. Placing the Ignition in OFF also stops the recall If the vehicle driver has changed, in some vehicles the Driver ID may be displayed for the first few ignition cycles.

RKE transmitters are not labeled with a number. If your memory seat position is stored to 1 or 2 but this position is not automatically recalling, then store your positions to the other button or switch RKE transmitters with the other driver.

Easy Exit Recall If programmed on in the vehicle personalization menu, the easy exit feature recalls the previously stored Exit positions when leaving the vehicle. See “Storing Memory Positions” previously in this section. See also Vehicle Personalization 0 130. Easy exit recall automatically activates when one of the following occurs: . The vehicle is turned off and the

driver door is opened within a short time.

. The vehicle is turned off with the

driver door open.

To stop recall movement, press one of the memory, driver seat, outside mirror, or power tilt and telescoping steering column controls.

Seat Travel Limit If the seat is folded forward or moved rearward into contact with the carpet, the seat must be returned to an upright position or moved forward off the carpet to regain operation.

Obstructions If something has blocked the driver seat and/or power tilt and telescoping steering column while recalling a memory position, the recall may stop. Remove the obstruction. Then do one of the following:

If automatically or manually recalling the stored memory position, press and hold the appropriate manual control for two seconds. Try recalling again by pressing the appropriate memory button. If automatically recalling the position, try recalling by opening the driver door and pressing K on the RKE transmitter.

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{ Warning

If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked.

To return a seatback to the sitting position, push the seatback rearward. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked in place. In some vehicles, when the seatback is folded forward, some power seat adjustments may not be available. See Power Seat Adjustment 0 56 and Reclining Seatbacks 0 57.

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Heated and Ventilated Front Seats

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If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns. To reduce the risk of burns, people with such a condition should use care when using the seat heater, especially for long periods of time. Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such as a blanket, cushion, cover, or similar item. This may cause the seat heater to overheat. An overheated seat heater may cause a burn or may damage the seat.

If recalling the exit position, press and hold the appropriate manual control for the exit feature not recalling for two seconds. Then try recalling the exit position again.

If the memory position is still not recalling, see your dealer for service.

Seatback Latches

If equipped, lift the latch to fold a seatback forward.

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Driver and Redundant Passenger

Passenger Controls

Controls

If equipped, the driver buttons are on the center stack. To operate, the ignition must be on. Press C or M on the left side of the climate control panel to ventilate or heat the driver seat. A ventilated seat has a fan that pulls or pushes air through the seat. The air is not cooled.

The passenger buttons are also on the right side of the instrument panel under the air vent. Press L or { to heat or ventilate the passenger seat. The driver can also turn on or off the passenger heated and ventilated seats using the buttons on the right side of the climate control panel.

Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The indicator lights show three for the highest setting and one for the lowest. If the heated seats are on high, the level may automatically be lowered after approximately 30 minutes. The passenger seat may take longer to heat up.

Remote Start Heated and Ventilated Seats During a remote start (if equipped), the heated or ventilated seats can be turned on automatically. When it is cold outside, the heated seats turn on, and when it is hot outside the ventilated seats turn on. The heated or ventilated seats are canceled when the ignition is turned on. Press the heated or ventilated seat button to use the heated or ventilated seats after the vehicle is started.

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The heated or ventilated seat indicator lights do not turn on during a remote start. The temperature performance of an unoccupied seat may be reduced. This is normal. The heated or ventilated seats will not turn on during a remote start unless they are enabled in the vehicle personalization menu. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 31 and Vehicle Personalization 0 130.

Safety Belts This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts properly. It also describes some things not to do with safety belts.

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Do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannot be worn properly. In a crash, if you or your passenger(s) are not wearing safety belts, injuries can be much worse than if you are wearing safety belts. You can be seriously injured or killed by hitting things inside the vehicle harder or by being ejected from the vehicle. In addition, anyone who is not buckled up can strike other passengers in the vehicle. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, passengers riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow

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passengers to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Always wear a safety belt, and check that all passenger(s) are restrained properly too.

This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle the safety belts. See Safety Belt Reminders 0 104. Why Safety Belts Work

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When riding in a vehicle, you travel as fast as the vehicle does. If the vehicle stops suddenly, you keep going until something stops you. It could be the windshield, the instrument panel, or the safety belts! When you wear a safety belt, you and the vehicle slow down together. There is more time to stop because you stop over a longer distance and, when worn properly, your strongest bones take the forces from the safety belts. That is why wearing safety belts makes such good sense. Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt?

A: You could be — whether you are

wearing a safety belt or not. Your chance of being conscious during and after a crash, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted.

Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why

should I have to wear safety belts?

A: Airbags are supplemental

systems only; so they work with safety belts — not instead of them. Whether or not an airbag is provided, all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection. Also, in nearly all states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing safety belts.

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This section is only for people of adult size. There are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and infants. If a child will be riding in the vehicle, see Older Children 0 78 or Infants and Young Children 0 79. Follow those rules for everyone's protection.

It is very important for all occupants to buckle up. Statistics show that unbelted people are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. There are important things to know about wearing a safety belt properly.

. Sit up straight and always keep

your feet on the floor in front of you.

. Always use the correct buckle

for your seating position.

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. Wear the lap part of the belt low

and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries.

. Wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash.

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You can be seriously injured, or even killed, by not wearing your safety belt properly.

. Never allow the lap or

shoulder belt to become loose or twisted.

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. Never wear the shoulder belt under both arms or behind your back.

. Never route the lap or shoulder belt over an armrest.

. Always wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder and across the chest. Use the safety belt guide, if needed, to position the shoulder belt over the shoulder and across the chest.

Lap-Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly.

GT Seat Shown, Competition

Sport Seat Similar

1. The seat has a safety belt

guide. The safety belt guide helps position the shoulder belt over the shoulder and across the chest of smaller adults and of older children who have outgrown booster seats. To use the safety belt guide, slide the edge of the belt webbing through the opening on the guide. Be sure the belt is not twisted. If a child will be riding in the vehicle, see Older Children 0 78 or Infants and Young Children 0 79.

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2. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” in the Index.

locking feature may be engaged. If this happens, let the belt go back all the way and start again.

3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way, the child restraint

4. Push the latch plate into the

buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender 0 65. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary.

5. To make the lap part tight, pull

up on the shoulder belt.

To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt should return to its stowed position. Always stow the safety belt slowly. If the safety belt webbing returns quickly to the stowed position, the retractor may lock and cannot be pulled out. If this happens, pull the safety belt straight out firmly to unlock the webbing, and then release it. If the webbing is still locked in the retractor, see your dealer.

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Before a door is closed, be sure the safety belt is out of the way. If a door is slammed against a safety belt, damage can occur to both the safety belt and the vehicle. Safety Belt Pretensioners This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for the front outboard occupants. Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they are part of the safety belt assembly. They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal, near frontal, or rear crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met. Safety belt pretensioners can also help tighten the safety belts in a side crash or a rollover event. Pretensioners work only once. If the pretensioners activate in a crash, the pretensioners and probably other parts of the vehicle's safety belt system will need to be replaced. See Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash 0 66.

Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts.

A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below the rounding, throughout the pregnancy. The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it is more likely

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that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly.

Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt is not long enough, your dealer will order you an extender. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you. To help avoid personal injury, do not let someone else use it, and use it only for the seat it is made to fit. The extender has been designed for adults. Never use it for securing child seats. To wear it, attach it to the regular safety belt. For more information, see the instruction sheet that comes with the extender.

Safety System Check Now and then, check that the safety belt reminder light, safety belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, and

New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the safety belt system was not being used at the time of the crash. Have the safety belt pretensioners checked if the vehicle has been in a crash, or if the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or while you are driving. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 104.

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anchorages are all working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job. See your dealer to have it repaired. Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away. Make sure the safety belt reminder light is working. See Safety Belt Reminders 0 104. Keep safety belts clean and dry. See Safety Belt Care 0 66.

Safety Belt Care Keep belts clean and dry. { Warning

Do not bleach or dye safety belts. It may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water.

Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash

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A crash can damage the safety belt system in the vehicle. A damaged safety belt system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure the safety belt systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible.

After a minor crash, replacement of safety belts may not be necessary. But the safety belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged. See your dealer to have the safety belt assemblies and safety belt guides inspected or replaced.

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Airbag System The vehicle has the following airbags: . A frontal airbag for the driver. . A frontal airbag for the front

outboard passenger.

. A seat-mounted side impact

airbag for the driver.

. A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the front outboard passenger.

All vehicle airbags have the word AIRBAG on the trim or on a label near the deployment opening. For frontal airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the center of the steering wheel for the driver and on the instrument panel for the front outboard passenger. For seat-mounted side impact airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the side of the seatback closest to the door. Airbags are designed to supplement the protection provided by safety belts. Even though today's airbags

are also designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating bag, all airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job. Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system:

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You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt, even with airbags. Airbags are designed to work with safety belts, not replace them. Also, airbags are not designed to inflate in every crash. In some crashes safety belts are the only restraint. See When Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 69. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce the chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it. Airbags are “supplemental restraints” to the safety belts. Everyone in the

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vehicle should wear a safety belt properly, whether or not there is an airbag for that person.

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Because airbags inflate with great force and faster than the blink of an eye, anyone who is up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Do not sit unnecessarily close to any airbag, as you would be if sitting on the edge of the seat or leaning forward. Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash. Always wear the safety belt, even with airbags. The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle. The safety belts and the front outboard passenger airbags are most effective when

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you are sitting well back and upright in the seat with both feet on the floor. Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door or side windows in seating positions with seat-mounted airbags.

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Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Always secure children properly in the vehicle. To read how, see Older Children 0 78 or Infants and Young Children 0 79.

There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument cluster which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 104.

Where Are the Airbags?

The driver frontal airbag is in the center of the steering wheel.

The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel.

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clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering. Do not use seat accessories that block the inflation path of a seat-mounted side impact airbag.

When Should an Airbag Inflate? This vehicle is equipped with airbags. See Airbag System 0 67. Airbags are designed to inflate if the impact exceeds the specific airbag system's deployment threshold. Deployment thresholds are used to predict how severe a crash is likely to be in time for the airbags to inflate and help restrain the occupants. The vehicle has electronic sensors that help the airbag system determine the

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severity of the impact. Deployment thresholds can vary with specific vehicle design. Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crashes to help reduce the potential for severe injuries, mainly to the driver's or front outboard passenger's head and chest. Whether the frontal airbags will or should inflate is not based primarily on how fast the vehicle is traveling. It depends on what is hit, the direction of the impact, and how quickly the vehicle slows down. Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash speeds depending on whether the vehicle hits an object straight on or at an angle, and whether the object is fixed or moving, rigid or deformable, narrow or wide. Frontal airbags are not intended to inflate during vehicle rollovers, in rear impacts, or in many side impacts.

Driver Side Shown, Passenger

Side Similar

The driver and front outboard passenger seat-mounted side impact airbags are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door.

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If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept

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In addition, the vehicle has advanced technology frontal airbags. Advanced technology frontal airbags adjust the restraint according to crash severity. Seat-mounted side impact airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes depending on the location of the impact. Seat-mounted side impact airbags are not designed to inflate in frontal impacts, near frontal impacts, rollovers, or rear impacts. A seat-mounted side impact airbag is designed to inflate on the side of the vehicle that is struck. In any particular crash, no one can say whether an airbag should have inflated simply because of the vehicle damage or repair costs.

What Makes an Airbag Inflate? In a deployment event, the sensing system sends an electrical signal triggering a release of gas from the inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the airbag causing the bag to break out

of the cover. The inflator, the airbag, and related hardware are all part of the airbag module. For airbag locations, see Where Are the Airbags? 0 68.

How Does an Airbag Restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle. Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts by distributing the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant's body. But airbags would not help in many types of collisions, primarily because the occupant's motion is not toward those airbags. See When Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 69. Airbags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts.

What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates? After the frontal and seat-mounted side impact airbags inflate, they quickly deflate, so quickly that some people may not even realize the airbags inflated. Some components of the airbag module may be hot for several minutes. For location of the airbags, see Where Are the Airbags? 0 68. The parts of the airbag that come into contact with you may be warm, but not too hot to touch. There may be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deflated airbags. Airbag inflation does not prevent the driver from seeing out of the windshield or being able to steer the vehicle, nor does it prevent people from leaving the vehicle.

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When an airbag inflates, there may be dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems

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for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or a door. If you experience breathing problems following an airbag deployment, you should seek medical attention.