Input:
If you are driving during extreme high ambient temperatures and idling
for extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/Cin the MAX A/C position, adjust the blower fan speed to the lowestsetting and put the vehicle’s transmission into the P (Park) position tocontinue to receive cool air from your A/C system.
For maximum cooling performance (MAX A/C):MAX A/C mode:•Move the temperature control to the coolest setting.
•Set the fan to the highest speed initially, then adjust to maintain
comfort.
(Panel) and (panel/floor) modes:
•Move the temperature control to the coolest setting.
•Select A/C and (recirculated air). Use recirculated air with A/C
to provide colder airflow.
•Set the fan to the highest speed initially, then adjust to maintain
comfort.
To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:
1. Select (panel/floor).
2. Select A/C.
3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort.4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting.5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows.To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents
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DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL WITH
HEATED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius,
refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter.
1. +Fan speed control: Press to increase the fan speed.
2. Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster
vents and de-mister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield of fog
and thin ice. The system will automatically provide outside air to reducewindow fogging. Press this button again to return to the previous air flowselection.
3.
Manual override control: Allows you to manually select where
airflow is directed. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO.
When choosing to control airflow manually, press repeatedly to togglethrough the settings to choose:
•
:Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, de-mister
vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents. The system will
automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging.
• :Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.
• :Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, floor vents,
rear seat floor vents and de-mister vents.
• :Distributes air through the floor vents and rear seat floor vents.Climate Controls
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4.A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with
recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. A/C
engages automatically in MAX A/C, (defrost) and
(floor/defrost).
5.AUTO: Press to engage automatic temperature control. Select the
desired temperature using the temperature control. The system will
automatically determine fan speed, airflow location, A/C on or off, andoutside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach thedesired temperature.
6.MAX A/C: Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel
vents to cool the vehicle. This re-cooling of the interior air is more
economical and efficient. Recirculated air may also help reduceundesirable odors from entering the vehicle. Press the MAX A/C buttonagain for normal A/C operation.
7.PASS TEMP: Press to activate separate passenger temperature
control and turn the dial to increase/decrease the airflow temperature for
the passenger in the front of the vehicle.
8.
Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in
the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed to
cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesiredodors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculated air engagesautomatically when MAX A/C is selected or can be engaged manually in
any airflow mode except
(defrost). When the ignition switch is
turned off and back on, the climate system will return to the recirculated
air mode only if the A/C button LED is illuminated and the air
distribution selection is either (panel) or (panel/floor).
9. Passenger heated seat control: Press to control the passenger
heated seat. Refer to Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints
chapter for more information.
10. Driver heated seat control: Press to control the driver heated
seat. Refer to Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints
chapter for more information.11.
Power/Driver temperature: Press to activate/deactivate the
climate control system. When the system is off, outside air is prevented
from entering the vehicle. Turn to increase/decrease the air temperatureon the driver side of the vehicle. The control also adjusts the passengerside temperature when PASS TEMP is disengaged. The recommendedinitial setting is between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C), then adjust forcomfort. The driver side temperature setting will appear in the upper leftcorner of the display.Climate Controls
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12. –Front fan speed control: Press to decrease the fan speed.
13. A.RRear defroster (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate
the rear window defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this
chapter for more information. If your vehicle is equipped with both rear
defroster and heated mirrors, the same button will activate both.
13. B. Heated mirrors (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate.
This feature will remove ice and snow from the side view mirrors.
DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL WITH
HEATED AND COOLED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius,
refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter.
1. +Fan speed control: Press to increase the fan speed.
2. Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster
vents and de-mister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield of fog
and thin ice. The system will automatically provide outside air to reducewindow fogging. Press this button again to return to the previous air flowselection.
3.
Manual override control: Allows you to manually select where
airflow is directed. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO.
When choosing to control airflow manually, press repeatedly to togglethrough the settings to choose:Climate Controls
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• :Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, de-mister
vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents. The system will
automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging.
• :Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.
• :Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, floor vents,
rear seat floor vents and de-mister vents.
• :Distributes air through the floor vents and rear seat floor vents.
4.A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with
recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. A/C
engages automatically in MAX A/C, (defrost) and
(floor/defrost).
5.AUTO: Press to engage automatic temperature control. Select the
desired temperature using the temperature control. The system will
automatically determine fan speed, airflow location, A/C on or off, andoutside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach thedesired temperature.
6.MAX A/C: Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel
vents to cool the vehicle. This re-cooling of the interior air is more
economical and efficient. Recirculated air may also help reduceundesirable odors from entering the vehicle. Press the MAX A/C buttonagain for normal A/C operation.
7.
Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in
the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed to
cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesiredodors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculated air engagesautomatically when MAX A/C is selected or can be engaged manually in
any airflow mode except
(defrost). When the ignition switch is
turned off and back on, the climate system will return to the recirculated
air mode only if the A/C button LED is illuminated and the air
distribution selection is either (panel) or (panel/floor).
8. Passenger heated seat: Press to control the passenger heated
seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety
Restraints chapter for more information.Climate Controls
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9.PASS TEMP: Press to engage/disengage separate passenger side
temperature control. Turn to increase/decrease the air temperature on
the passenger side of the vehicle. The recommended initial setting isbetween 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C), then adjust for comfort. Thepassenger side temperature setting will appear in the upper right cornerof the display.
10.
Passenger cooled seat: Press to control the passenger cooled
seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety
Restraints chapter for more information.
11. Driver heated seat: Press to control the driver heated seat.
Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints
chapter for more information.12.
Driver cooled seat: Press to control the driver cooled seat.
Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints
chapter for more information.13.
Power/Driver temperature: Press to activate/deactivate the
climate control system. When the system is off, outside air is prevented
from entering the vehicle. Turn to increase/decrease the air temperatureon the driver side of the vehicle. The control also adjusts the passengerside temperature when PASS TEMP is disengaged. The recommendedinitial setting is between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C), then adjust forcomfort. The driver side temperature setting will appear in the upper leftcorner of the display.
14.
–Fan speed control: Press to decrease the fan speed.
15. A.RRear defroster (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate
the rear window defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this
chapter for more information. If your vehicle is equipped with both rear
defroster and heated mirrors, the same button will activate both.
15. B. Heated mirrors (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate.
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DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL WITH
HEATED AND COOLED SEATS (NAVIGATION BASED–IFEQUIPPED)
Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius,
refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter.
1.CLIMATE: Press to control the climate control system through the
touch display screen. See Touchscreen functions later in this section.
2.
RRear defroster (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate the
rear window defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this
chapter for more information. If your vehicle is equipped with both rear
defroster and heated mirrors, the same button will activate both.
Heated mirrors (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate.
This feature will remove ice and snow from the side view mirrors.
3.A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with
recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. A/C
engages automatically in MAX A/C, (defrost) and
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4.Passenger temperature: Press to activate separate passenger
temperature control to increase/decrease the air temperature on the
passenger side of the vehicle.
5. Passenger heated seat (if equipped): Press to control the
passenger heated seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating
and Safety Restraints chapter for more information.
6. Passenger cooled seat (if equipped): Press to control the
passenger cooled seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating
and Safety Restraints chapter for more information.
7. Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in
the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed to
cool down the interior of the vehicle when used with A/C and may alsohelp reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle.Recirculated air engages automatically when MAX A/C is selected or can
be engaged manually in any airflow mode except
(defrost).
Recirculation may turn off automatically in all airflow selections except
MAX A/C.
8. – +Fan speed control: Press to decrease/increase the fan speed.
9.AUTO: Press to engage full automatic operation. Select the desired
temperature using the temperature control. The system willautomatically determine fan speed, airflow location, A/C on or off, andoutside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach thedesired temperature.
10.Driver temperature: Press to increase/decrease the air temperature
for the driver side of the vehicle. This control also adjusts the passenger
side temperature when dual zone operation is disengaged.
11.
Driver cooled seat (if equipped): Press to control the driver
cooled seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and
Safety Restraints chapter for more information.
12. Driver heated seat (if equipped): Press to control the driver
heated seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and
Safety Restraints chapter for more information.
13. Power: Press to activate/deactivate the climate control system.
When the system is off, outside air is prevented from entering the
vehicle. The climate status in the touchscreen will also be turned off.
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of fog and thin ice. The system will automatically provide outside air to
reduce window fogging. Press this button again to return to the previousair flow selection.
TOUCHSCREEN FUNCTIONS
Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius,
refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter.
Temperature: Press the up and down arrows on the left side of the
screen to increase/decrease the airflow temperature for the driver side of
the vehicle. This control also adjusts the passenger side temperaturewhen dual zone operation is disengaged. Press the up and down arrowson the right side of the screen to increase/decrease the airflowtemperature for the passenger side of the vehicle.
•
:Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.
• :Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, floor vents,
rear seat floor vents and de-mister vents.
• :Distributes air through the floor vents, rear seat floor vents.
• :Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, de-mister
vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents. The system will
automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging.
To return to full automatic control, press AUTO on the main bezel.
Fan Speed: Press to decrease/increase the fan speed.
Dual: Press to activate/deactivate separate driver and passenger
temperature controls.
Max A/C: Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel
vents to cool the vehicle. This re-cooling of the interior air is more
economical and efficient. Recirculated air may also help reduceundesirable odors from entering the vehicle. Press MAX A/C again fornormal operation.Climate Controls
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VOICE COMMANDS IN CLIMATE MODE
Please refer to the Voice commands in climate mode section of the
Navigation supplement for more information on using voice commands
with the climate control system.
Operating tips
•To reduce fog build-up on the windshield during humid weather,
select (defrost). Temperature and/or fan speed can also be
increased to improve clearing.
•To reduce humidity build-up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the
system off or with (recirculated air) engaged.
•Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the
airflow to the back seats.
•Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of
the windshield.
•To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open
for 2-3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been “aired out.”
•If you are driving during extreme high ambient temperatures and
idling for extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run
the A/C in the MAX A/C mode, adjust the blower fan speed to thelowest setting and put the vehicle’s transmission in P (Park) tocontinue to receive cool air from your A/C system.
For maximum cooling performance MAX A/C in AUTO:
1. Press AUTO control.2. Set to desired temperature.For maximum cooling performance MAX A/C in manual override
control
1. Choose
(panel), A/C, and MAX A/C controls.
2. Set the temperature to 60°F (16°C).
3. Set the fan to the highest blower setting.To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:
1. Select
.
2. Select A/C.
3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort.4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting.Climate Controls
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5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows.
To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents
located in the middle of the instrument panel.
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (IF EQUIPPED)R
The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel and
works to defrost your rear window from fog and thin ice. If equipped, italso operates the heated mirror to remove snow and thin ice from theside mirrors.
Ensure that the ignition on. Press to turn the defroster on/off. The
indicator light will illuminate when activated. For vehicles with a slidingrear window– the defroster will be disabled when the window is opened.
Do not use razor blades or other sharp objects to clean the inside
of the rear window or to remove decals from the inside of therear window. This may cause damage to the heated grid lines andwill not be covered by your warranty.Climate Controls
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HEADLAMP CONTROL
Rotate the headlamp control
clockwise to the first position to
turn on the parking lamps.
Rotate clockwise to the second
position to also turn on the
headlamps.
Autolamp control (if equipped)
The autolamp system provides light
sensitive automatic on-off control ofthe exterior lights normallycontrolled by the headlamp control.
The autolamp system also keeps the
lights on for a predeterminedamount of time after the ignitionswitch is turned to off. Using themessage center, you can select adelay from 0–180 seconds.
•To turn autolamps on, rotate the control to
.
•To turn autolamps off, rotate the control to .
Fog lamp control (if equipped)
The headlamp control also operates
the fog lamps. The fog lamps can beturned on only when the headlamp
c o n t r o li si nt h e
, or
position and the high beams are not
turned on.
Pull headlamp control towards you
to turn fog lamps on. The fog lamp
indicator light will illuminate.Lights
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High beams
Push the lever toward the
instrument panel to activate. Pullthe lever toward you to deactivate.
Flash-to-pass
Pull toward you slightly to activate
and release to deactivate.
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)
Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output.In order for the DRLs to function:•the ignition must be in the on position and
•the headlamp control is in the
, parking lamp or autolamp 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 activateyour headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.OFFLights
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PANEL DIMMER CONTROL
Use to adjust the brightness of the
instrument panel when exteriorlights are on.
•Rotate the thumbwheel from left
to right to brighten the
instrument panel.
•Rotate the thumbwheel from right
to left to dim the instrumentpanel.
•Rotate fully to the right (past detent) to turn on interior lamps.
•Rotate to the left position (past detent) to turn off the interior lamps
and to disable the illuminated entry feature. When the control is in thefar left position, it acts as a dome lamp defeat/override.
Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is
installed, the dimmer switch requires re-calibration. Rotate the dimmerswitch from the full dim position to the full dome/on position to reset.This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lightingconditions.
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 headlampsshould be checked by your authorized dealer.
Vertical aim adjustment
1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface,
approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away.
•(1) 8 feet (2.4 meters)
•(2) Center height of lamp to
ground
•(3) 25 feet (7.6 meters)
•(4) Horizontal reference line
2. Measure the height from the
center of your headlamp (indicatedby a 3.0 mm circle on the lens) tothe ground and mark an 8 foot(2.4 meter) horizontal reference lineon the vertical wall or screen at this height (a piece of masking tapeworks well).Lights
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3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and
open the hood. Cover one of the headlamps so no light hits the wall.
4. On the wall or screen you will
observe a light pattern with adistinct horizontal edge towards theright. If this edge is not at thehorizontal reference line, the beam will need to be adjusted so the edgeis at the same height as the horizontal reference line.
5. Locate the vertical adjuster on
each headlamp, then use a P2Philips screwdriver to turn theadjuster either counterclockwise (toadjust down) or clockwise (to adjustup) aligning the upper edge of thelight pattern up to the horizontalline.
6. HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT
REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLEAND IS NON-ADJUSTABLE.
7. Repeat Steps 3–5 for the other headlamp.8. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL
•Push down to activate the left
turn signal.
•Push up to activate the right turn
signal.
Push and hold up or down to the first detent to signal a lane change.Lights
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INTERIOR LAMPS
Front row map lamps (if equipped)
To turn on the map lamps, press the
outer edge of the clear lens. Thefront row map lamp lights when:
•any door is opened.
•the instrument panel dimmer
switch is rotated until the
courtesy lamps come on.
•the remote entry controls are
pressed and the ignition is off.
Rear dome lamp (if equipped)
•ON or
D: The dome light will
stay on.
•DOOR or middle position: The
dome light will only come on if a
door is opened.
•OFF or : The lamp will not
come on at all.
The rear dome lamp can be turned on or off by sliding the control.
Rear dome/courtesy lamps (if equipped)
The dome lamp lights when:•any door is opened.
•the instrument panel dimmer
switch is rotated up until the
courtesy lamps come on.
•any of the remote entry controls
are pressed and the ignition isoff.
The reading portion, the two outer lights, can only be turned on and offat the lamp.Lights
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Rear courtesy/reading/cargo lamps (if equipped)
The rear lamps can be turned on
when the panel dimmer control isrotated until the lamps come on orwhen any door is opened.
The lamps can be turned on or off by sliding the control.
•When the control is in the middle position, the lamp will come on
when a door is opened or the unlock button is pressed on the remote
keyless entry.
•If the control is moved to the left position, the lamp will stay on.
•If the control is moved to the right position, the lamp will not come on
at all.
Ambient lighting (if equipped)
Illuminates footwells and cupholders
with a choice of several colors. Theambient lighting control is locatedon the floor console. To activate,press and release the left side of thecontrol to cycle through the colorchoices plus the off state. Press theright side of the control to adjust color intensity.
The lights come on whenever the ignition is in either the on or accessory
position and the headlamps or parking lamps are on.
Note: The ambient lights will stay on until the ignition is placed in the
off position and either of the front doors are opened or the accessory
delay timer expires.Lights
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BULB REPLACEMENT
Lamp assembly condensation
Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure.
Condensation can be a natural by-product of this design. When moist airenters the lamp assembly through the vents, there is a possibility thatcondensation can occur when the temperature is cold. When normalcondensation occurs, a thin film of mist can form on the interior of thelens. The thin mist eventually clears and exits through the vents duringnormal operation. Clearing time may take as long as 48 hours under dryweather conditions.
Examples of acceptable condensation are:•Presence of thin mist (no streaks, drip marks or droplets)
•Fine mist covers less than 50% of the lens
Examples of unacceptable moisture (usually caused by a lamp water
leak) are:
•Water puddle inside the lamp
•Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior of
the lens
Take your vehicle to a dealer for service if any of the above conditions of
unacceptable moisture are present.
Using the right bulbs
Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs
must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America and an“E” for Europe to ensure lamp performance, light brightness and patternand safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assemblyor void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burntime.Lights
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Function Number of
bulbsTrade number
Headlamps 2 H13/9008
Front park/turn lamps 2 3157NA (natural
amber)
Front sidemarker 2 168
Fog lamps 2 9140
Backup lamp (styleside) 2 921
Backup lamp (Harley) 2 921
Rear stop/turn/sidemarker/tail
lamp (styleside)4 3057K
High-mount brakelamp 1 912
Cargo lamp 2 912
License plate lamp 2 194
Exterior mounted mirror turnsignal indicator (if equipped)2 See your dealer
Puddle lamp (if equipped) 2 See your dealer
All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer
Replacing exterior bulbs
Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.
Replacing headlamp bulbs
1. Make sure that the headlamp control is in the off position and open
the hood.
2. Remove the pushpin that holds
the air deflector/protective coverfrom the upper inboard corner ofthe lamp.Lights
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3. Loosen the three retaining bolts
(two at top of lamp, one at lowerinboard corner).
4. Once the three retaining bolts have been removed, slide the headlamp
assembly forward, disconnecting the two snap attachments at the fender.
5. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling rearward.
6. Remove the bulb and socket by
turning it counterclockwise, thenpull it straight out.
WARNING: Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep
out of children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base
and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause thebulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal/sidemarker bulbs
1. Make sure that the headlamp control is in the off position and open
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Input:
2. Remove the pushpin that holds
the air deflector/protective coverfrom the upper inboard corner ofthe lamp.
3. Loosen the three retaining bolts
(two at top of lamp, one at lowerinboard corner).
4. Once the three retaining bolts
have been removed, slide theheadlamp assembly forward,disconnecting the two snap attachments at the fender.
5. Remove the bulb and socket by
turning it counterclockwise, thenpull it straight out.
6. Pull the bulb straight out of the
socket.
Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order.
Replacing tail/brake/turn signal/backup lamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the off position.
2. Open the tailgate to expose the
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3. Carefully pull the lamp assembly
straight rearward from the tailgatepillar to disengage two hiddensnap-in retainers. (Flare side taillamps are not equipped with snap-inretainers.)
4. Remove bulb socket from the
lamp assembly by turning itcounterclockwise.
5. Pull bulb straight out of socket
and press in the new bulb.
Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order.
Replacing high-mount brake and cargo lamp bulbs
Make sure the headlamp control is
in the off position.
1. Remove the two screws and move
the lamp assembly away from thevehicle to expose the bulb sockets.
2. Remove the bulb socket by rotating counterclockwise and pulling it
out of the lamp assembly.
3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb.Install the new bulbs in reverse order.
Replacing fog lamp bulbs (if equipped)
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the off position.
2. Remove the bulb socket from the
fog lamp by turningcounterclockwise.
3. Disconnect the electrical
connector from the fog lamp bulb.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Replacing exterior mounted mirror turn signal indicator lamp bulbs
For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer.Lights
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Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
The license plate bulbs are located
behind the rear bumper. To changethe license plate lamp bulbs:
1. Reach behind the rear bumper to
locate the bulb.
2. Twist the bulb socket
counterclockwise and carefully pullto remove it from the lampassembly.
3. Pull out the old bulb from the
socket and push in the new bulb.
4. Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly by turning it clockwise.Lights
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MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER
Windshield wiper: Rotate the end
of the control away from you to
increase the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease thespeed of the wipers.
Rain sensing wipers (if equipped): The rain sensing wipers will
automatically activate when moisture is present on the windshield and
the multi-function switch is set to one of five auto/interval moisturesensitivity settings. Rotate the end of the control toward the windshieldto increase the sensitivity. The speed of the rain sensitive wipers willvary based on the amount of moisture detected on the windshield andthe auto/interval setting. There are no interval (intermittent wipe)settings on vehicles with rain sensing wipers. The wipers will continue towipe as long as the presence of moisture is detected on the windshield.More or less wiping may occur depending on humidity, mist or light rain,or road spray.
Keep the outside of the windshield clean, especially the area around the
rear view mirror where the sensor is located or rain sensor performancemay be affected.
Note: During winter driving conditions with ice, snow or a salty road
mist, inconsistent or unexpected wiping or smearing may occur. In these
conditions, you can lower the sensitivity to reduce the amount ofsmearing or override the feature by selecting low- or high-speed wipingor turning the wiper system off.
Note: The rain sensing wiper feature must be turned off before entering
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Windshield washer: Press the end
of the stalk:
•briefly: causes a single swipe of
the wipers without washer fluid.
•a quick press and hold: the
wipers will swipe three times with
washer fluid.
•a long press and hold: the wipers
and washer fluid will be activatedfor up to ten seconds.
Courtesy wipe feature: One extra wipe will occur a few seconds after
washing the front window to clear any excess washer fluid remaining onthe 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 wipermotor to burn out. Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield,always use the windshield washer. In freezing weather, be sure the wiperblades are not frozen to the windshield before operating the wipers.
TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED)
1. Pull and hold the steering wheel
release control toward you.
2. Move the steering up or down
until you find the desired location.
3. Release the steering wheel
release control. This will lock thesteering wheel in position.
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POWER TILT STEERING (IF EQUIPPED)
The steering column can be
adjusted manually by moving thetwo-way rocker adjustment controllocated below the turn signal/wipercontrol stalk. Hold the control toadjust.
The tilt function is adjusted by
depressing the control up or down.
Easy entry/exit feature
When you remove the key from the ignition, the column will move to the
full up position if this feature is activated through the message center.Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. When the
key is inserted into the ignition, the column will return to the previoussetting.
Note: The easy entry/exit feature will prevent the steering wheel from
returning to the memory position until the key is inserted into the
ignition.
Memory featureThe steering column positions are saved when doing a memory set
function and can be recalled along with the vehicle personality featureswhen a memory position is selected through the remote entrytransmitter, keyless entry keypad or memory switch on the side of thedriver’s seat (if equipped with memory feature). Refer to Seating in the
Seating and Safety Restraints chapter.
If the steering column adjustment control is pressed during memoryrecall it will cancel the automatic operation and the column will respondto manual adjustment of the control.
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On vehicles with memory feature, to prevent damage to the steering
column, the steering column is designed to set a stopping position justshort of the end of the column position. If the steering columnencounters an object while moving up or down, a new stopping positionwill be set. To reset the steering column to its normal stopping position:
•After encountering the new stopping position, press the steering
column control again to override.
•Continue pressing the control until it reaches the end of the column
position.
•A new soft stop will be automatically set. The next time the steering
column is tilted it will stop just short of the end of the column
position.
ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)
Lift the mirror cover to turn on the
visor mirror lamp.
Slide-on-rod feature
The visor will slide back and forth
on the rod for increased sunlightcoverage. Rotate the visor towardsthe side window and extend itrearward for additional sunlightcoverage.
Note: To stow the visor back into
the headliner, visor must be
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CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)
The center console offers several useful storage features. These include:
1. Cupholders2. Tissue holder in lid3. Power point4. Large utility compartment has
coin holder slots and a cardholderlocated inside on the passenger sideand a pen holder on the lid.
WARNING: Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects
can injure you in a collision.
ELECTRONIC COMPASS (IF EQUIPPED)
The compass heading is displayed in the Center Integrated Display
(CID).
The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large
buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magneticor metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affectcompass accuracy.
Usually, when something affects the compass readings, the compass will
correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normalconditions. If the compass still appears to be inaccurate, a manualcalibration may be necessary. Refer to Compass calibration
adjustment.
Most geographic areas (zones) have a magnetic north compass point that
varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps. This variation is fourdegrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as thevehicle crosses multiple zones. A correct zone setting will eliminate thiserror. Refer to Compass zone adjustment.Driver Controls
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Compass zone adjustment
1. Determine which magnetic zone
you are in for your geographiclocation by referring to the zonemap.
2. Turn ignition to the on position.
3. Press and hold the 7 and 9 radio
preset buttons together forapproximately five seconds untilZONE XX appears in the CID.
4. Press and release the 7 and 9
radio preset buttons together,repeatedly until ZONE XX changesto the correct zone (1–15) in theCID.
5. The direction will display after
the buttons are released. The zoneis now updated.
Compass calibration adjustment
Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structures
and high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electricalaccessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure allvehicle doors are shut.
1. Start the vehicle.
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2. To calibrate, press and hold the 7
and 9 radio preset buttons togetherfor approximately 10 seconds untilCAL appears. Release the buttons.
3. Slowly drive the vehicle in a
circle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h])until the CAL display changes to thedirection value (N, S, E, W, etc.). Itmay take up to five circles tocomplete calibration.
4. The compass is now calibrated.
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 theoutlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory oraccessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the poweroutlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.
Auxiliary power points can be found in the following locations:
•On the instrument panel
•Inside the center console storage area (if equipped)
•On the rear of the center console (if equipped) accessible from the
rear seat
Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used.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 cigarlighter socket is not working, a fuse may have blown. Refer to Fuses and
relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter 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 preventthe battery from being discharged:
•do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is
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•do not leave battery chargers, video game adapters, computers and
other devices plugged in overnight or when the vehicle is parked for
extended periods.
Cupholder/Ashtray (if equipped)
The cupholder/ashtray is located on
the instrument panel.
To open cupholder/ashtray, push in
on the door and release. The doorwill spring out 1/4+ inches. Thenpull cupholder/ashtray assembly outthe remaining distance to utilize. Toclose, push assembly in completelyand release.
Ashtray (if equipped)
The ashtray is located on the
instrument panel.
To open ashtray, push in on the
door and release. The ashtrayassembly will tip out. To close, pushassembly in completely and release.
Up-level ashtray shown; base
similar.
POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and
do not let children play with the power windows. They may
seriously injure themselves.
WARNING: When closing the power windows, you should verify
they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or
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Press and pull the window switches
to open and close windows.
•Press down (to the first detent)
and hold the switch to open.
•Pull up (to the first detent) and
hold the switch to close.
Rear Window Buffeting: When one or both of the rear windows are
open, the vehicle may demonstrate a wind throb or buffeting noise. This
noise can be alleviated by lowering a front window approximately 2–3 in.(5–8 cm).
One-touch down
Allows the driver’s window to open
fully without holding the controldown. Press the switch completelydown to the second detent andrelease quickly. The window willopen fully. Momentarily press theswitch to any position to stop thewindow operation.
Window lock
The window lock feature allows only
the driver to operate the powerwindows.
To lock out all the window controls
(except for the driver’s) press theright side of the control. Press theleft side to restore the windowcontrols.
Note: The rear window switches will not illuminate when the window
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Power sliding back window (if equipped)
The control is located on the
overhead console.
Press and hold the control to
open the window all the way to the
full open position.
Pull and hold the control to
close the window.
WARNING: When operating the power sliding back window you
must ensure all rear seat occupants and/or cargo are not in the
proximity of the back window.
WARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and
do not let children play with the power sliding back window.
They may seriously injure themselves.
Accessory delay (if equipped)
With accessory delay, the window switches may be used for up to
10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the off position or untilany door is opened.
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 (if equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with an interior rear view mirror that has
an auto-dimming function (optional on the driver’s side exterior mirror).The electronic day/night mirror will change from the normal (highreflective) state to the non-glare (darkened) state when bright lights(glare) reach the interior mirror. When the interior mirror detects brightlight from behind the vehicle, the interior rear view mirror and thedriver’s side exterior mirror (if equipped) will automatically adjust(darken) to minimize glare.Driver Controls
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The mirrors will automatically return to the normal state whenever the
vehicle is placed in R (Reverse) to ensure a bright clear view whenbacking up.
Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the interior
rear view mirror since this may impair proper mirrorperformance.
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 gearfrom R (Reverse), the image will remain for a few seconds and then turnoff. Refer to Rearview camera system in the Driving chapter.
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Power side view mirrors (if equipped)
WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in
motion.
To adjust your mirrors:
1. Rotate the control clockwise to
adjust the right mirror and rotatethe control counterclockwise toadjust the left mirror.
2. Move the control in the direction
you wish to tilt the mirror.
3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place.Memory feature (if equipped)The power side view mirror positions are saved when doing a memory
set function and can be recalled along with the vehicle personalityfeatures when a memory position is selected through the remote entry
transmitter, keyless entry keypad or memory switch on the driver’s seat.Refer to Memory seats and mirrors in the Seating and Safety
Restraints chapter.
Automatic dimming feature (if equipped)
The driver’s side view mirror has an auto-dimming function. For more
information, refer to Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror in
this chapter.Driver Controls
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Fold-away mirrors
Fold the side mirrors in carefully
before driving through a narrowspace, like an automatic car wash.
Powerfold mirrors (if equipped)With powerfold mirrors, you can fold
the side mirrors using the powermirror switch.
1. Rotate the switch to the
center/neutral position.
2. Momentarily pull the switch
rearward to auto fold in.
3. Momentarily pull the switch rearward again to fold back to design
position.
The powerfold mirrors may be moved inward/outward manually.
However, if a mirror is moved manually, it will need to be reset. A mirrorwhich has not been reset may appear to be loose. To reset: with theswitch in the center position, momentarily pull the switch rearward tofold the mirrors in. An audible /H11033click/H11033 will be heard indicating
re-synchronization. If the click is not heard, use the switch to fold themirrors out, then in, until the click is heard. After that, the mirrors willoperate normally until they are again moved manually.
Note: 10 or more switch activations within one minute, or repeated
folding/unfolding of the mirrors while holding the switch rearward during
full travel, may cause the system to disable the fold/unfold function toprotect motors from overheating. Should this occur, wait approximately
three minutes with the vehicle running and up to 10 minutes with thevehicle off, for the system to reset and for function to return to normal.
Heated outside mirrors (if equipped)
Heated mirrors remove ice, mist and
fog. To activate the heated mirrors,
press the rear defrost button
R
located on the climate control panel.
Refer to Rear window defroster in
theClimate Controls chapter for
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On vehicles not equipped with rear defrost, press the heated mirror
control located on the climate control panel. For more information
refer to the Climate Controls chapter.
Note: If your vehicle is equipped with the Auto dimming feature, the
mirror glass is thicker and will take longer to defrost.
Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to
readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place. These actionscould cause damage to the glass and mirrors.
Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh
abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.
Exterior mounted mirror turn signal indicator (if equipped)
When the vehicle turn signal is
activated, the lower portion of themirror housing will blink.
This feature provides an indicator to
the driver that the vehicle turnsignal is working properly.
Telescoping trailer tow mirrors (if equipped)
The telescoping feature allows the
mirror to extend approximately3.5 inches (90 mm). This feature isespecially useful to the driver whentowing a trailer. Pull the mirrorsinward carefully when drivingthrough a narrow space.Driver Controls
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POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED)
The accelerator and brake pedal should only be adjusted when the
vehicle is stopped and the gearshift lever is in the P (Park) position.
Press and hold the rocker control to
adjust accelerator and brake pedal.
•Press the right side of the control
to adjust the pedals toward you.
•Press the left side of the control
to adjust the pedals away from
you.
WARNING: Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with
feet on the pedals while the vehicle is moving.
POWER DEPLOYABLE RUNNING BOARDS (IF EQUIPPED)
Deployable running boards (DRB) automatically move when the doors
are opened to assist entering and exiting the vehicle.
Automatic power deploy:•The running boards will extend
down and out when the doors are
opened.
Automatic power stow:
•The running boards will return to
the stowed position when the
doors are closed. There will be atwo second delay before therunning boards move in to thestowed position.
Manual power deploy:
To manually operate the running boards, refer to Message center in the
Instrument Cluster chapter.
•This feature can manually set the running boards in the deployed
(OUT) position for access to the roof.
•When running boards are manually set in the deployed position, the
boards will return to the stowed position and enter automatic mode
when the vehicle speed exceeds 5 mph (8 km/h).Driver Controls
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Enable/disable:
To enable/disable the power running board feature, refer to Message
center in the Instrument Cluster chapter.
•When this feature is disabled (OFF), the running boards will move to
the stowed position regardless of the position of the doors.
•When this feature is enabled (AUTO), the running boards will move
back to the correct positions based off of the door positions.
Bounce-back:•If an object is in the way of the moving running board, the running
board will automatically bounce back in the reverse direction and
move to the end of travel.
Note: The running boards may operate slower in cooler temperatures. In
adverse conditions, debris such as mud, dirt, and salt may becometrapped in the running board mechanism, possibly leading to unwantednoise. If this occurs, manually set the running boards to the deployedposition and flush the system (in particular the front and rear hingearms) with a high-pressure car wash wand.
Note: Do not use the running boards, front and rear hinge assemblies,
running board motors, or the running board under body mounts to lift
the vehicle when jacking. Please utilize proper jacking points. Refer toChanging the tires in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.
WARNING: In extreme climates, excessive ice buildup may
occur, causing the running boards not to deploy. Be sure that the
running boards have deployed, and have finished moving beforeattempting to step on them. Note: The running boards will resumenormal function once the blockage is cleared.
WARNING: Turn off the running boards before jacking or
placing any object under the vehicle. Never place your hand
between the extended running board and the vehicle. A movingrunning board may cause injury.Driver Controls
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SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
With speed control set, you can maintain a set speed without keeping
your foot on the accelerator pedal.
WARNING: Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on
roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved.
Setting speed control
The controls for using your speed
control are located on the steeringwheel for your convenience.
1. Press the ON control and release
it.
2. Accelerate to the desired speed.
3. Press the SET + or SET - control
and release it.
4. Take your foot off the accelerator
pedal.
5. The indicator
light on the
instrument cluster will turn on.
Note:
•Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a
steep hill.
•If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, you
may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed.
•If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph (16 km/h) below
your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage.
Disengaging speed controlTo disengage the speed control:
•Depress the brake pedal.Driver Controls
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Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed.
Resuming a set speed
Press the RESUME control and
release it. This will automaticallyreturn the vehicle to the previouslyset speed.
Increasing speed while using speed control
There are two ways to set a higher
speed:
•Press and hold the SET + control
until you get to the desired
speed, then release the control.You can also use the SET +control to operate the Tap-Upfunction. Press and release thiscontrol to increase the vehicle setspeed in small amounts by 1 mph
(1.6 km/h).
•Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed. When the
vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET + control.
Reducing speed while using speed control
There are two ways to reduce a set
speed:
•Press and hold the SET - control
until you get to the desired
speed, then release the control.You can also use the SET -control to operate the Tap-Downfunction. Press and release thiscontrol to decrease the vehicleset speed in small amounts by1 mph (1.6 km/h).Driver Controls
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•Depress the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached and
press the SET + control.
Turning off speed control
There are two ways to turn off the speed control:•Depress the brake pedal or the
clutch pedal (if equipped). This
will not erase your vehicle’spreviously set speed.
•Press the speed control OFF
control.
Note: When you turn off the speed
control or the ignition, your speedcontrol set speed memory is erased.
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)
Radio control featuresPress MEDIA to select:•AM, FM1, FM2, or CD
•SAT1, SAT2 or SAT3 (Satellite
Radio mode).
•LINE IN (auxiliary input jack)
In radio mode:
•Press
to access the
next/previous preset station.
In CD mode:•Press
to listen to the
next track on the disc.
In satellite radio mode:•Press
to advance
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In any mode:
•Press VOL + or VOL - to adjust
the volume.
SYNC/H23041 system hands free
control features (if equipped)
Press briefly to use the voice
command feature. You will hear a
tone and LISTENING will appear inthe radio display. Press and
hold
to exit voice command.
Press to activate phone mode or
answer a phone call. Press VOL + or
− to adjust volume. Press and
hold to end a call or exit phone mode.
Press to scroll through various menus and selections. Press
OK to confirm your selection.
For further information on the SYNC /H23041system, refer to the SYNC/H23041
supplement.
Navigation system/SYNC /H23041hands
free control features (if
equipped)
Press control briefly until the
voice icon appears on the
Navigation display to use the voice
command feature.
Press to activate phone mode or
answer a phone call. Press VOL + or
− to adjust volume. Press and
hold to exit phone mode or end a call.Driver Controls
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Input:
For further information on the Navigation system/SYNC /H23041system, refer to
theNavigation andSYNC/H23041 supplements.
MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)
The moon roof control is located on the overhead console.
WARNING: Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave
children unattended in the vehicle. They may seriously hurt
themselves.
WARNING: When closing the moon roof, you should verify that
it is free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are
not in the proximity of the moon roof opening.
The moon roof is equipped with an automatic, one-touch, express
opening and closing feature. To stop motion at any time during theone-touch operation, press the control a second time.
To open the moon roof: Press and
release the SLIDE control, the moon
roof will open automatically. Pressthe switch again to stop the moonroof.
To close the moon roof: Pull and
release the SLIDE control, the moon
roof will close automatically. Pressthe switch again to stop the moonroof.
Bounce-back: When an obstacle has been detected in the moon roof
opening as the moon roof is closing, the moon roof will automatically
open and stop at a prescribed position.
Bounce-back override: To override bounce-back function, pull and hold
the SLIDE switch within two seconds of a bounce-back event. The
closing force will begin to increase each time the moon roof is closed forthe first three closing cycles, with bounce-back active. For example:Bounce-back can be used to overcome the resistance of ice on the moonroof or seals
To vent the moon roof: Press and release the TILT control, the moon
roof will move to the vent position automatically from any moon roof
position. Press the switch again to stop the moon roof. Pull and hold theTILT control to close the moon roof.Driver Controls
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The moon roof has a built-in sliding shade that can be manually opened
or closed when the glass panel is shut. To close the shade, pull it towardthe front of the vehicle.
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (IF EQUIPPED)
The appearance of your vehicle’s universal garage door opener will vary
according to your option package. Before programing, make sure yourtransmitter matches the graphic in the procedure.
HomeLink/H23041
Car2U/H23041 Home Automation
System
HomeLink/H23006 Wireless Control System (if equipped)
The HomeLink/H23041 Wireless Control
System, located on the driver’s visor,
provides a convenient way toreplace up to three hand-heldtransmitters with a single built-indevice. This feature will learn theradio frequency codes of mosttransmitters to operate garagedoors, entry gate operators, security systems, entry door locks, andhome or office lighting.
WARNING: When programming your HomeLink /H23041Wireless
Control System to a garage door or gate, be sure that people and
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Do not use the HomeLink /H23041Wireless Control System 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 openermodel manufactured before April 1, 1982). A garage door which cannotdetect an object, signaling the door to stop and reverse, does not meetcurrent U.S. federal safety standards. For more information, contactHomeLink/H23041 at:www.homelink.com or1–800–355–3515.
Retain the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for
future programming procedures (i.e. new HomeLink /H23041equipped vehicle
purchase). It is also suggested that upon the sale of the vehicle, theprogrammed Homelink /H23041buttons be erased for security purposes, refer to
Programming in this section.
Programming
Do not program HomeLink /H23041with the vehicle parked in the garage.
Note: Your vehicle may require the ignition switch to be turned to the
accessory position for programming and/or operation of the HomeLink /H23041.
It is also recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held
transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink /H23041for quicker
training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal.
1. Position the end of your
hand-held transmitter 1–3 inches(2–8 cm) away from the HomeLink /H23041
button you wish to program (locatedon your visor) while keeping theindicator light in view.
2. Simultaneously press and hold
both the chosen HomeLink /H23041and
hand-held transmitter buttons until the HomeLink /H23041indicator light
changes from a slow to a rapidly blinking light. Now you may releaseboth the HomeLink/H23041 and hand-held transmitter buttons.
Note: Some entry gates and garage door openers may require you to
replace Step 2 with procedures noted in the Gate Operator and
Canadian Programming in this section for Canadian residents.
3. Firmly press and hold for five seconds and release the
programmed HomeLink /H23041button up to two separate times to activate the
door. If the door does not activate, press and hold the just-trainedHomeLink/H23041 button and observe the indicator light.
•If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming is complete
and your device should activate when the HomeLink /H23041button is pressed
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•If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns
to a constant light continue with “Programming” Steps 4 through
6to complete programming of a rolling code equipped device (most
commonly a garage door opener).
4. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage,
locate the “learn” or “smart” button (usually near where the hangingantenna wire is attached to the unit).
5. Firmly press and release the “learn” or “smart” button. (The name and
color of the button may vary by manufacturer.)
Note: There are 30 seconds in which to initiate Step 6.
6. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two seconds and
release the programmed HomeLink /H23041button. Repeat the
press/hold/release sequence again and, depending on the brand of the
garage door opener (or other rolling code equipped device), repeat this
sequence a third time to complete the programming.
HomeLink/H23041 should now activate your rolling code equipped device. To
program additional HomeLink /H23041buttons begin with Step 1 in this section.
For questions or comments, please contact HomeLink /H23041at
www.homelink.com or1–800–355–3515.
Gate Operator & Canadian ProgrammingDuring programming, your
hand-held transmitter mayautomatically stop transmitting —not allowing enough time forHomeLink/H23041 to accept the signal
from the hand-held transmitter.
After completing Step 1 outlined in
theProgramming section, replace
Step 2 with the following:
Note: If programming a garage door opener or gate operator, it is
advised to unplug the device during the “cycling” process to prevent
overheating.
•Continue to press and hold the HomeLink /H23041button (note Step 2 in the
Programming section) while you press and release — every two
seconds (“cycle”) your hand-held transmitter until the frequency
signal has been accepted by the HomeLink /H23041. The indicator light will
flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink /H23041accepts the radio
frequency signal.
•Proceed with Step 3 in the Programming section.Driver Controls
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Operating the HomeLink /H23006Wireless Control System
To operate, simply press and release
the appropriate HomeLink /H23041button.
Activation will now occur for thetrained product (garage door, gateoperator, security system, entrydoor lock, or home or office lightingetc.). For convenience, thehand-held transmitter of the devicemay also be used at any time. In the event that there are stillprogramming difficulties, contact HomeLink /H23041atwww.homelink.com or
1–800–355–3515.
Erasing HomeLink/H23006 buttons
To erase the three programmed
buttons (individual buttons cannotbe erased):
•Press and hold the two outer
HomeLink/H23041 buttons until the
indicator light begins to
flash-after 20 seconds. Releaseboth buttons. Do not hold forlonger that 30 seconds.
HomeLink/H23041 is now in the train (or learning) mode and can be
programmed at any time beginning with Step 1 in the Programming
section.
Reprogramming a single HomeLink /H23006button
To program a device to HomeLink /H23041using a HomeLink /H23041button previously
trained, follow these steps:
1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink /H23041button. Do NOT release the
button.2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without
releasing the HomeLink /H23041button, follow Step 1 in the Programming
section.
For questions or comments, contact HomeLink /H23041atwww.homelink.com
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Car2U/H23006 Home Automation System (if equipped)
The Car2U/H23041 Home Automation
System is a universal transmitter
located in the driver’s visor thatincludes two primary features – agarage door opener and a platformfor remote activation of deviceswithin the home. The Car2U /H23041
system’s garage door openerfunction replaces the common
hand-held garage door opener with a three-button transmitter that isintegrated into the interior of your vehicle. After being programmed forgarage doors, the Car2U /H23041system 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 Car2U /H23041system with the vehicle in the garage.
Do not use the Car2U/H23041 system with any garage door opener that lacks
safety stop and reverse features as required by U.S. Federal SafetyStandards (this includes any garage door opener manufactured beforeApril 1, 1982).
Be sure to keep the original remote control transmitter for use in other
vehicles as well as for future Car2U /H23041system programming. It is also
recommended that upon the sale or lease termination of the vehicle, theprogrammed Car2U /H23041system buttons should be erased for security
reasons. Refer to Erasing the Car2U/H23041 Home Automation System
buttons later in this section.
Read the instructions completely before attempting to program theCar2U/H23041 system. Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have
another person assist you in programming the transmitter.
Additional Car2U /H23041system information can be found on-line at
www.learcar2U.com or by calling the toll-free Car2U /H23041system help line at
1-866-572-2728.
Types of garage door openers (rolling code and fixed code)
The Car2U/H23041 Home Automation System may be programmed to operate
rolling code and fixed code garage door openers.•Rolling code garage door openers were produced after 1996 and are
code protected. Rolling code means the coded signal is changed every
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•Fixed code garage door openers were produced prior to 1996. Fixed
code uses the same coded signal every time. It is manually
programmed by setting DIP switches for a unique personal code.
If you do not know if your garagedoor opener is a rolling code orfixed code device, open your garagedoor opener’s remote control batterycover. If a panel of DIP switches ispresent your garage door opener isa fixed code device. If not, yourgarage door opener is a rolling codedevice.
Rolling code programming
Note: Programming the rolling code garage door opener involves
time-sensitive actions. Read the entire procedure prior to beginning so
you will know which actions are time-sensitive. If you do not follow thetime-sensitive actions, the device will time out and you will have torepeat the procedure.
Note: Do not program the Car2U /H23041system with the vehicle in the garage.
Make sure that your key is on and engine off while programming the
transmitter.
1. Firmly press the two outer
Car2U/H23041 system buttons for
1–2 seconds, then release.123456789101112
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2. Go to the garage to locate the
garage door opener motor and its“learn” button. You may need aladder to reach the unit and youmay need to remove the unit’s coveror light lens to locate the “learn”button. Press the “learn” button,after which you will have10–30 seconds to return to yourvehicle and complete the followingsteps. If you cannot locate the
“learn” button, refer to the Owner’s Guide of your garage door opener orcall the toll-free Car2U /H23041system help line at 1-866-57Car2U
(1-866-572-2728).
3. Return to your vehicle. Press and
hold the Car2U/H23041 system button you
would like to use to control thegarage door. You may need to holdthe button from 5–20 seconds,during which time the selectedbutton indicator light will blinkslowly. Immediately (within
1 second) release the button once the garage door moves. When thebutton is released, the indicator light will begin to blink rapidly untilprogramming is complete.
4. Press and release the button again. The garage door should move,
confirming that programming is successful. If your garage door does notoperate, repeat the previous steps in this section.
After successful programming, you will be able to operate your Car2U /H23041
system by pressing the button you programmed to activate the opener.
The indicator light above the selected button will turn on to confirm thatthe Car2U/H23041 system is responding to the button command.
To program another rolling code device such as an additional garage dooropener, a security device or home lighting, repeat Steps 1 through 4substituting a different function button in Step 3 than what you used forthe garage door opener. For example, you could assign the left-mostbutton to the garage door, the center button to a security device, andthe right-most button to another garage door opener.
Note: The Car2U/H23041 system allows for three devices to be programmed. If
you need to change or replace any of the three devices after it has been
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theErasing the Car2U/H23041 Home Automation System buttons procedure
and then programming all of the devices being used.
Fixed code programming
Note: Do not program the Car2U /H23041system with the vehicle in the garage.
Make sure that your key is on and engine off while programming the
transmitter.
1. To program units with fixed code DIP switches, you will need the
garage door hand-held transmitter, paper and a pen or pencil.
2. Open the battery cover and record the switch settings from left to
right for all 8 to 12 switches. Use the figure below:
When a switch is in the up, on, or + position, circle “L.”When a switch is in the middle, neutral, or 0 position, circle “M.”
When a switch is in the down, off, or – position, circle “R.”
Switch position 12345678 91 0 1 1 1 2
U p , o n o r + LLLLLLL LLLLL
Middle, neutral or 0 MMMMMMM MMMMM
Down, off or – RRRRRRR RRRRR
L=left; M=middle; R=right
3. To input these positions into the
Car2U/H23041 system, simultaneously
press all three Car2U /H23041system
buttons for a few seconds and thenrelease to put the device intoprogramming mode. The indicatorlights will blink slowly. Within2.5 minutes enter yourcorresponding DIP switch settingsfrom left to right into your Car2U /H23041system by pressing and releasing the
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4. After inputting switch settings, simultaneously press and release all
three Car2U/H23041 system buttons. The indicator lights will turn on.
5. Press and hold the Car2U /H23041
system button you would like to useto control the garage door.Immediately (within 1 second)release the button once the garagedoor moves. During this time theselected button indicator light willblink slowly. Do not release thebutton until you see the garage door move. Most garage doors openquickly. You may need to hold the button from 5–55 seconds beforeobserving movement of the garage door.
6. The indicator light will (begin to) blink rapidly until programming is
complete. If your garage door opener does not operate following thesesteps, repeat Steps 2 through 6. Otherwise, call the toll-free Car2U /H23041help
line at 1-866-57Car2U (1-866-572-2728).
After successful programming, you will be able to operate your Car2U /H23041
system by pressing the button you programmed to activate the opener.
The indicator light above the selected button will turn on to confirm thatthe Car2U/H23041 system is responding to the button command.
Erasing the Car2U/H23006 Home Automation System buttons
Note: The system allows for three devices to be programmed. If you
need to change or replace any of the three devices after it has beeninitially programmed, it will be necessary to erase the current settingsusing the procedure below and then reprogramming all of the devicesbeing used.Driver Controls
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To erase programming on the Car2U /H23041system (individual buttons cannot
be erased), use the following procedure:
1. Firmly press the two outside
Car2U/H23041 system buttons
simultaneously for approximately20 seconds until the indicator lightsbegin to blink rapidly. The indicatorlights are located directly above thebuttons.
2. Once the indicator lights begin to
blink, release your fingers from thebuttons. The codes for all buttonsare erased.
If you sell your vehicle equipped with the Car2U /H23041system, it is
recommended that you erase the programming for security reasons.
FCC and RSS-210 Industry Canada Compliance
The Car2U/H23041 system complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and with
RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)This device must accept any interference received including interferencethat may cause undesired operation.
Changes and modifications to the Car2U /H23041system transmitter by other
than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use the
equipment.
TAILGATE LOCK
Your vehicle may be equipped with a
tailgate lock designed to helpprevent theft of the tailgate.
•Insert ignition key and turn to the
right to engage lock.
•Turn ignition key to the left to
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Tailgate removal
Your tailgate is removable to allow more room for loading.
WARNING: Always properly secure cargo to prevent shifting
cargo or cargo falling from vehicle, which could result in
compromised vehicle stability and serious personal injury to vehicle
occupants or others.
Note: If equipped with a rearview camera system, do Steps 1 through 3
before removing the tailgate.
1. Before removal of the tailgate,
locate and disconnect the tailgatein-line connector under the pickupbox on the passenger side of thevehicle near the spare tire.
2. Install a protective cap (located
in the glove box) onto the in-linerearview camera system connectorthat remains under the pickup box.
3. Partially lower tailgate and
carefully feed tailgate harness up through the gap between the pickupbox and the bumper. Place the tailgate harness out of the way under thepickup box.
4. Lower the tailgate.5. Using a screwdriver, gently pry
the spring clip (on each connector)past the head of the support screw.Disconnect cable.
6. Disconnect the other cable.7. Lift tailgate to a 45-degree angle
from horizontal.
8. Lift right side off of its hinge.9. Lift tailgate to a 80-degree angle from horizontal.10. Remove tailgate from left side hinge by sliding tailgate to the right.To install, follow the removal procedures in reverse order.
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Tailgate step (if equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a feature that allows easier entry into
the truck bed. To open the tailgate step:
1. Flip down the tailgate.2. Pull the yellow latch lever to the
unlock position (
) to release the
grab handle from its stowed position
and raise the handle upright untilyou feel it latch and see the latch
lever in the lock position (
). The
yellow lever only needs to be used
when releasing the grab handle.
3. Rotate the center molding to
unlatch the tailgate step and pull ittowards you to extend it.
4. Flip open the step panel to widen
the step.
Note: To reduce risk of falling:
•Operate step only when the
vehicle is on level surface.
•Operate step only in areas with
sufficient lighting.
•Always open flip panel to widen step.
•Always use grab handle when stepping up and down.
•Step not intended for bare-footed use.
•Keep step clean from contamination before use (e.g. snow, mud)
•Keep the step load (you + load) below 350 lb (159 kg).
•Never drive with step deployed.
To close the tailgate step:1. Close the step panel, then lift and fully close the tailgate step into the
tailgate.
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Note:
•Fully close and latch the tailgate step before moving the vehicle.
•Never drive with the step or grab handle deployed.
•Replace slip resistance tape (serviceable item) if worn out.
•Replace handle molding (serviceable item) if damaged.
•Do not tow with grab handle or step frame.
Box side step (if equipped)Your vehicle may be equipped with a box side step that allows easier
access to the truck bed.
Note: Do not drive vehicle with box side step(s) in the deployed
position.Note: The box side step load carrying capability (1 person + cargo) is
500 lb (227 kg). Do not exceed 500 lb (227 kg).
To deploy the box side step, with your foot, push down on the button.
The step will automatically extend out from the stowed position.
Note: The box side steps may operate slower in cooler temperatures. In
adverse conditions, debris such as mud, dirt, snow, ice, and salt may
become trapped in the box side step mechanism, possibly causing thebox side step to not deploy automatically after pressing the button. Ifthis occurs, ensure that the button is pressed down, carefully manuallypull out the box side step, wash off the debris with a high-pressure carwash wand, and re-stow the step.Driver Controls
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To stow the box side step, with your foot, push the box side step under
the truck until fully latched. Do not push on the button while stowingthe box side step.
Note: Do not use the box side steps to lift the vehicle when jacking.
Utilize proper jacking points. Refer to Changing the tires in the
Roadside Emergencies chapter.
BED EXTENDER (IF EQUIPPED)Your vehicle may be equipped with a cargo management feature in the
truck bed.
Note: This feature is not intended for off-road usage.
To open the bed extender into tailgate mode:
1. Pull the locking pin toward the
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2. Open the latches to release the
panels.
3. Rotate the panels toward the
tailgate.
Repeat Steps 1–3 for the other side of the bed extender.
4. Connect the two panels, then rotate both knobs a quarter-turn
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5. Ensure the latch rod is inserted
into the tailgate hole and the lockingpins on both sides are engaged intotheir holes in the pick-up box.
6. Reverse steps for storage of the
bed extender.
Note: When the vehicle is in motion, ensure the locking pins and knobs
are fully engaged.
Note: Ensure all cargo is secured.
Note: When the vehicle is in motion, the tailgate load must not exceed
150 lb (68 kg).Note: The bed extender should always be kept in the grocery mode or
stowed position with the tailgate closed when not being used for the
purpose of restraining cargo in the tailgate mode.
To open the bed extender into grocery mode, follow Steps 1–4 by
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CARGO MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
The cargo management system consists of the Cargo rail package with
the following as optional accessories:
•Front header bar (if equipped)
•Cross bars (if equipped)
•Bed divider (if equipped)
•Side mounted tool bins (if equipped)
Cargo rail package: The strong extruded aluminum double channel
rails and four adjustable cleats are designed to hold loads up to 600 lb
(272 kg) per cleat (maximum of two cleats per rail).
•Cleat positions are adjusted by pulling the knob and turning slightly to
lock open. The cleat can then be moved along the rail. Once the
desired position is reached, return the knob to the horizontal position.Pull the cleat side-to-side to ensure it has locked into the nextavailable hole location.
•To remove cleat from rail, pull the knob and turn slightly to lock open
and slide it off the end of the rail.
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Note: When replacing a cleat into the rail, make sure the oval embossed
on the knob is not upside down. This will ensure that the cleat is
properly oriented to accept accessory attachments.
Front header bar: Spans the header area of the pickup box, providing
the function of a header rail.
•Attachment cleats from side rails or other attachments may be
positioned in the front header bar to secure loads up to 600 lb
(272 kg) per cleat (maximum of two cleats).
•Cleats and other attachments may be inserted through the access
window located in the center of the header bar. These items can thenbe slid to either side, and secured the same way as the side rails.Driver Controls
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Cross bars: Aluminum cross bars with T-slot channels in all four sides,
and a latch mechanism that allows the end supports to snap over the
existing cleats. Cross bars are rated to hold loads up to 100 lb (45 kg)load evenly distributed between the two crossbars, and the T-slots aresized to accept industry-standard roof rack accessories.
•To remove cross bar, lift handle on each side and lift end support
shroud off of the cleat.
•To install cross bar, align cleats directly across from each other on the
same rail (upper or lower). Then place crossbar end support onto
cleat and press down on each side until the latch handle cycles up andthen press the handle down to secure (pull up on the bars to ensurethey are securely attached).
•To install accessories into T-slots, remove cross bar and turn upside
down, then find the slip joint end, indicated with an arrow embossedon the bottom of the support. Using a T25 Torx driver, remove twoTorx head bolts from bottom, and slide end support off of aluminumextrusion. Insert accessory into desired T-slot, and install end support.When tightening Torx head bolts, hand tightening with a Torx driver issufficient, DO NOT over torque by using a ratchet.Driver Controls
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Bed divider: This panel will keep small items up to 400 lb (180 kg) in
position in the pickup box. Also includes T-slots to allow attachment of
industry-standard roof rack accessories.
•To remove bed divider, lift handle on each side and lift end support
shroud off of the cleat.
•To install bed divider, align cleats directly across from each other on
the lower rail. Then place divider end support onto the cleats and
press down on each side until the latch handle cycles up then pressthe handle down to secure (pull up on the divider to ensure they aresecurely attached).
•To install accessories into T-slots, remove bed divider, then find the
slip joint end, indicated with an arrow embossed on the support. Usinga T25 Torx driver, remove two Torx head bolts and slide end supportoff of the aluminum extrusion. Insert accessory into desired T-slot andinstall end support. When tightening Torx head bolts, hand tighteningwith a Torx driver is sufficient, DO NOT over torque by using aratchet.Driver Controls
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Side mounted tool bins: Watertight bins can be positioned at any point
along the side rails and can be easily removed (even when full), and
carried to wherever the contents are needed. Each bin will hold up to60 lb (27 kg) of cargo, and has a drain plug for use as a cooler. Note:
When multiple bins are placed on one side of the pickup box, the totalcargo weight in all bins on that side of the pickup box cannot exceed60 lb (27 kg).
•To access the lock, pull the tab at the base of the rubber cap to
uncover the lock. When you are done with the lock always reinstall
the rubber cap on the lock to ensure proper sealing. When the bin isunlocked the rubber cap does not need to be removed to open thebin, just press the rubber cap to unlatch the lid.
•The lock cylinder is keyed to the first ignition key to be turned in the
lock. This allows one key to work all bins, even if more are orderedthrough the dealer. The dealer will usually key the locks duringpre-delivery, but if necessary, simply remove the sticker covering thekeyhole, insert ignition key and turn to the extent of travel in eachdirection. This key will then be the only key to unlock the bin.
•Once the key has been set, simply turn the key to the right to lock, or
to the left to unlock. When locked, the push-button will not depresswhen pushed.Driver Controls
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•To remove the bin from the rail, open lid and pull up on both levers
located on the outboard edge (next to the pickup box top rail) until
the handles are all the way up (approximately 90 degrees). Once bothhandles are raised, the lid may be closed. Note: Windows in the lid
will allow the handles to stick up above the lid (with the lid closed).After closing the lid, simply lift up and inboard away from the pickupbox side to release bin from rail.
•To install, reverse the above instructions.
Note: Remove the bins during severe off-road driving to avoid damage to
the cargo bins and pickup box.
WARNING: If any levers are visible above the lid of the bin, the
bin is not securely attached to the rail, and may become
detached from the vehicle if driven in that configuration.Driver Controls
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KEYS
The key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacement
keys are available from your dealer.
You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in case
you require it in an emergency.
Refer to the SecuriLock/H23041 passive anti-theft system section in this
chapter for more information.
MYKEY™ (IF EQUIPPED)
The MyKey™ feature allows you to program a restricted driving mode to
promote good driving habits. All but one of the keys programmed to thevehicle can be activated as a MyKey™. The key will remain restricteduntil MyKey™ is cleared. Any remaining keys are referred to as an“administrator key” or admin key. The admin key can be used to create aMyKey™, program optional MyKey™ settings, and clear the MyKey™feature. When the MyKey™ feature is enabled the user can use systemcheck in the message center to see how many MyKeys™ and admin keysare programmed to the vehicle, and how many total miles have beendriven with the MyKey™ active.
MyKey™ restricted featuresStandard settings – These settings cannot be changed•The audio system will be muted whenever Belt-Minder /H23041is activated
until the safety belts are buckled. Refer to the Seating and Safety
Restraints chapter for a detailed description of Belt-Minder /H23041
operation.
•Low fuel warnings are displayed in the message center followed by a
chime when the distance to empty value reaches 75 miles (120 km).
•The reverse sensing system cannot be turned off.
Optional settings – These settings can be changed•Vehicle speed is limited to 80 mph (130 km/h). Visual warnings are
displayed followed by a chime when the vehicle speed has reached
80 mph (130 km/h).
•Visual warnings are displayed followed by a chime when a preselected
vehicle speed of 45, 55 or 65 mph (75, 90, or 105 km/h) is exceeded.
•The maximum volume of the audio system is limited to 45%. MYKEY
VOLUME LIMITED will be displayed in the radio or (if equipped)navigation screen when attempting to exceed the limited volume.Locks and Security
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•The AdvanceTrac /H23041system cannot be turned off. When this optional
setting is on, the MyKey™ user will not be able to deactivate the
system. Note: It may be beneficial to deactivate the AdvanceTrac /H23041
system if the vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, or sand.
Create a MyKey™
To program MyKey™ on one of the keys programmed to the vehicle,
insert the key that you want to make a MyKey™ into the ignition. Turnthe ignition on. Use the message center buttons or the select/reset stemto do the following:
1. Press SETUP or select/reset stem until PRESS RESET TO CREATE
MYKEY is displayed.
2. Press and release the RESET button, or press and hold the
select/reset stem until HOLD RESET TO CONFIRM MYKEY will bedisplayed.
3. Press and hold the RESET button or select/reset stem for two seconds
until MARK THIS AS RESTRICTED is displayed.
4. Wait until KEY RESTRICTED AT NEXT START is displayed.MyKey™ is successfully programmed. Make sure you label it so you can
distinguish it from the admin keys. Note: To program the optional
settings go to Step 2 in the Programming MyKey™ optional settings
section. If your vehicle is equipped with remote start, see the Using
MyKey™ with Remote Start Systems section.
Note: The MyKey™ can be cleared within the same key cycle that it was
created, otherwise a standard key (administrator key) is required toclear the MyKey™ programming. To clear all MyKeys™ go to Step 2 intheClear MyKey™ section.
Programming MyKey™ optional settings
Turn the ignition on using an admin key. To program the optional
settings, use the message center buttons to do the following:
1. Press SETUP or select/reset stem until RESET FOR MYKEY
SETTINGS is displayed.
2. Press and release the RESET button or select/reset stem to display
MyKey™ setup menus. The first menu shown is:
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3. If you don’t want to change the maximum speed setting, press the
SETUP button or select/reset stem to display the next menu. Theremaining menus appear as follows with the default settings shown:
MYKEY MPH TONES 45 55 65 <OFF>MYKEY VOLUME LIMIT <ON> OFFMYKEY ADVTRAC CTRL ON <OFF>.
4. On any of the menus press RESET or press and hold the select/resetstem to highlight your choice with the <…>.
5. Press SETUP or select/reset stem to enter your choice. The next
optional setting will be displayed.
6. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 until you are done changing the optional
settings.
Clear MyKey™To reset all MyKeys™ as admin keys do the following:1. Turn the vehicle on using the admin key.2. Press SETUP or select/reset stem until PRESS RESET TO CLEAR
MYKEY is displayed.
3. Press and release the RESET button or press and hold the select/reset
stem until HOLD RESET TO CONFIRM CLEAR is displayed.
4. Press and hold the RESET button or select/reset stem until ALL
MYKEYS CLEARED is displayed.
Check MyKey™ system statusThe vehicle system check will provide the status of the following
MyKey™ parameters:
•MYKEY MILES — This odometer only tracks mileage when a MyKey™
is used. If mileage does not accumulate as expected, then the
MyKey™ is not being used by the intended user. The only way toreset this odometer to zero is by clearing MyKey™. If this odometer islower than the last time you checked, then the MyKey™ system hasbeen recently cleared.
•# MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED — Indicates how many MyKeys™ are
programmed to the vehicle. Can be used to detect deletion of aMyKey™.
•# ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED — Indicates how many admin keys
are programmed to the vehicle. Can be used to detect if an additionalspare key has been programmed to the vehicle
Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter for MyKey™
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Using MyKey™ with remote start systems
MyKey™ is not compatible with non-Ford approved aftermarket remote
start systems. If you choose to install a remote start system please seeyour authorized dealer for a Ford approved remote start system.
When using a Ford-approved remote start system, the default settings
will recognize the remote start system as an additional admin key withits associated privileges. You should program the remote start system asa MyKey™ in addition to the key that you have already programmed as aMyKey™. To program the remote start system as MyKey™, do thefollowing:
1. Enter the vehicle and close all doors.2. Remote start the vehicle using a remote start fob.3. Follow Steps 1-4 in the Create a MyKey™ section.
Note: For all vehicles, the number of MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED or
ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED that is displayed in the MyKey™ system
status menus will include the remote start system as an additional key inthe total count. See the Check MyKey™ system status section.
Note: For all vehicles with remote start installed, it is possible to
program all original vehicle keys as MyKeys™, in which case, you willneed to use your remote start system to reset all MyKeys™ as adminkeys by doing the following:
1. Enter the vehicle, close all doors.2. Remote start the vehicle using your remote start fob.3. Follow Steps 1-4 in the Clear MyKey™ section.Locks and Security
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Troubleshooting
Condition Potential Causes
Can’t create a MyKey™ •Key in the ignition is already a
MyKey™
•Key in the ignition is the last
remaining admin key (there alwayshas to be at least one admin key)•SecuriLock /H23041passive anti-theft
system is disabled or in unlimitedmode•Vehicle has been started using a
remote start system that isprogrammed as MyKey™. Refer toUsing MyKey™ with remote startsystems section.
Cannot program the MyKey™optional settings•Key in the ignition is a MyKey™
•No MyKeys™ are programmed to
the vehicle. Refer to Create a
MyKey™ section
•Vehicle has been started using a
remote start system that isprogrammed as MyKey™. Refer toUsing MyKey™ with remote startsystems section.
Cannot clear MyKey™ •Key in the ignition is a MyKey™
•No MyKeys™ are programmed to
the vehicle. Refer to Create a
MyKey™ section
•Vehicle has been started using a
remote start system that isprogrammed as MyKey™. Refer toUsing MyKey™ with remote startsystems section.
Lost the only admin key •Purchase a new key from your
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Condition Potential Causes
Lost any key •For programming spare keys, refer
to the Programming spare keys
section in this chapter.
I accidentally programmed all
keys as MyKeys™•Vehicle has a remote start system
that is recognized as an admin key.Refer to the Using MyKey™ with
remote start systems section to reset
all MyKeys™ as admin keys.
MyKey™ Programmed totalincludes one additional key•Unknown key has been programmed
to the vehicle as a MyKey™.•Vehicle is equipped with a remote
start system. Refer to Using MyKey™
with remote start systems section.
Admin Keys Programmed totalincludes one additional key•Unknown key has been programmed
to the vehicle as admin key.•Vehicle is equipped with a remote
start system. Refer to Using MyKey™
with remote start systems section.
MyKey™ miles do notaccumulate•MyKey™ is not being used by the
intended user.•MyKey™ system has been recently
cleared.Locks and Security
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