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• The LCD screen swings up from the rear of the armrest

to allow the rear seat passenger(s) to view the display.

NOTE:

Close the armrest after the LCD screen has been

raised to its viewing position.

• The touch screen radio and DVD player controls allow

front seat operation for easy setup in the case of
younger rear seat passengers.

• A battery-powered infrared remote control snaps into

a molded compartment in the center console armrest
upper storage bin.

VES™ Video Screen

VES™ Remote Control

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• Two wireless infrared headsets allow rear seat passen-

gers to listen to the same or individual audio sources.

Audio/Video RCA Jacks (AUX Jacks)
on the rear of the center console enable
the monitor to display video directly
from a video camera, connect video
games for display on the screen, or
play music directly from an MP3
player.

1. Video in (yellow)

2. Left audio in (white)

3. Right audio in (red)

NOTE:

Refer to your “Vehicle Entertainment System

(VES)™ Users Manual” for detailed operating instruc-
tions.

NOTE:

Refer to the “Uconnect™ Multimedia” section of

Uconnect™ User Manual located on the DVD for further
details.

Kicker

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Mobile Surround (KMS1)

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– If Equipped

The VES™ for this vehicle comes equipped with Kicker
Mobile Surround (KMS1).

威 This feature offers the ulti-

mate movie experience by providing surround sound
uniquely equalized for the interior space of your vehicle.

The KMS1

威 Video Surround mode activates whenever a

video source is selected, unless the system is already in
“Audio Surround” mode. DSS modes for video sources
are “Stereo,” “Audio Surround,” and “Video Surround.”
When in Video Surround mode, balance and fade are set
automatically by the KMS1

威 system to provide the

ultimate surround sound experience.

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REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS

The remote sound system controls are located on the
surface of the steering wheel at the three and nine o’clock
positions.

Vehicles equipped with steering wheel-mounted buttons
are also equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information

Center (EVIC). The EVIC features a driver-interactive
display which is located in the instrument cluster.

The VOLUME button controls the sound level
of the sound system. Press the top of the
VOLUME button to increase the sound level.
Press the bottom of the VOLUME button to
decrease the sound level.

Press the AUDIO MODE button to select the
Compass/Temp/Audio screen. This screen
displays radio and media mode information
depending on which radio is in the vehicle.

If the Compass/Temp/Audio screen is already displayed
when the AUDIO MODE button is pressed, then the
mode will change (i.e., from AM to FM, to Media mode,
etc., depending on which radio is in the vehicle).

Remote Sound System Controls

VOLUME

Button

AUDIO

MODE

Button

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When the EVIC is in the Compass/Temp/
Audio screen, press the FUNCTION SE-
LECT button to operate various radio, me-
dia, and Universal Customer Interface
(UCI) functions (i.e., advance presets, se-
lect next folder, jump to or start playing

songs in playlists, etc., depending on which radio is in
the vehicle and if equipped with UCI).

When the EVIC is in the Compass/Temp/
Audio screen, press the SCROLL button to
seek up and down radio stations, tracks,
chapters, files, etc., depending on which
radio is in the vehicle.

CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE

To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following
precautions:

1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the
surface.

2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth,
wiping from center to edge.

3. Do not apply paper or tape to the disc; avoid scratch-
ing the disc.

4. Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, cleaners,
or anti-static sprays.

5. Store the disc in its case after playing.

6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight.

7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become
too high.

NOTE:

If you experience difficulty in playing a particu-

lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective
coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc)
oversized, or have protection encoding. Try a known
good disc before considering disc player service.

FUNCTION

SELECT

Button

SCROLL

Button

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RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES

Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being on in
your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from
your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated
by relocating the cellular phone antenna. This condition
is not harmful to the radio. If your radio performance
does not satisfactorily “clear” by the repositioning of the
antenna, it is recommended that the radio volume be
turned down or off during cellular phone operation.

CLIMATE CONTROLS

The air conditioning and heating system is designed to
make you comfortable in all types of weather.

Automatic Temperature Control

Automatic Operation
The Dual-Zone Climate Control System automatically
maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at the
comfort levels desired by the driver and passenger.

Automatic Temperature Controls

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Operation of the system is quite simple. Begin by turning
the mode control knob (on the right) to AUTO, and place
the blower control knob (on the left) to either LO AUTO
or HI AUTO. The LO AUTO position should be used for
front seat occupants only. The HI AUTO position should
be used when more airflow is desired, or when rear seat
occupants are present. Then, dial in the temperature you
would like the system to maintain by rotating the driver
or passenger temperature control knob. Once the comfort
level is selected, the system will maintain that level
automatically using the heating system. Should the de-
sired comfort level require air conditioning, the system
will automatically make the adjustment.

You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply
allowing the system to function automatically. Selecting
the OFF position on the fan control stops the system
completely and closes the outside air intake.

72°F (22°C) is the recommended setting for maximum
comfort for the average person; however, this may vary.

NOTE:

The temperature setting can be adjusted at any

time without affecting automatic operation.

Air conditioning in this system is automatic.
Pressing the air conditioning control button while
in AUTO mode will cause the indicator in the

control button to flash three times and then turn off. This
indicates that the system is in AUTO mode and request-
ing the air conditioning is not necessary.

The system will automatically control recircu-
lation. However, pressing the recirculation con-
trol button will temporarily put the system in
Recirculation mode (10 minutes). This can be

used when outside conditions such as smoke, odors,
dust, or high humidity are present. Activating recircula-
tion will cause the indicator in the control button to
illuminate. After 10 minutes, the system will return to
normal AUTO mode function and the indicator will turn
off.

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NOTE:

• The surface of the climate control panel and the top

center of the instrument panel should be kept free of
debris due to the location of the climate control
sensors. Mud on the windshield may also cause poor
operation of this system.

• Extended use of recirculation may cause the windows

to fog. If the interior of the windows begin to fog, press
the recirculation button to return to outside air. Some
temp/humidity conditions will cause captured inte-
rior air to condense on windows and hamper visibility.
For this reason, the system will not allow recirculation
to be selected while in Defrost or Defrost/Floor mode.
Attempting to use the recirculation while in these
modes will cause the indicator in the control button to
blink and then turn off.

Manual Operation
This system offers a full complement of manual override
features, which consist of blower preferred automatic,
mode preferred automatic, or blower and mode preferred
automatic. This means the operator can override the
blower, the mode, or both. There is a manual blower
range for times when the AUTO setting is not desired.
The blower can be set to any fixed blower speed by
rotating the blower control knob (on the left).

NOTE:

• For vehicles equipped with Remote Start, the climate

controls will not function during Remote Start opera-
tion if the blower control is left in the “O” (Off)
position.

• Please read the Automatic Temperature Control Op-

eration Chart that follows for details.

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The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to
change airflow distribution by rotating the mode control
knob (on the right) to one of the following positions.

• Defrost

Air is directed to the windshield through the
outlets at the base of the windshield. Air is also

directed to the front door windows through the side
window demister grilles.

• Defrost/Floor

Air flows through the front and rear floor outlets
and the outlets at the base of the windshield. Air is
also directed to the front door windows through the

side window demister grilles.

• Floor

Air flows through the floor outlets located under
the instrument panel and into the rear seating area

through vents under the front seats.

• Bi-Level

Air flows through the outlets located in the instru-
ment panel and through the outlets located on the

floor. Air flows through the registers in the back of the
center console to the rear seat passengers. These registers
can be closed to block airflow.

• Panel

Air flows through the outlets located in the instru-
ment panel. Air flows through the registers in the

back of the center console to the rear seat passengers.
These registers can be closed to block airflow.

• Air Conditioning Control

Press this button to turn on the air conditioning
during manual operation only. When the air con-
ditioning is turned on, cool dehumidified air will

flow through the outlets selected with the mode control
dial. Press this button a second time to turn off the air

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conditioning. An indicator in the button illuminates
when manual compressor operation is selected.

NOTE:

To control the air conditioning manually, the

mode selector must be moved out of the AUTO position.

• Recirculation Control

This button can be used to block out smoke,
odors, dust, high humidity, or if rapid cooling
is desired. The Recirculation mode should only
be used temporarily. An indicator in the button

illuminates when the Recirculation mode is active. You
may use this feature separately.

NOTE:

Extended use of recirculation may cause the

windows to fog. If the interior of the windows begins to
fog, press the recirculation button to return to outside air.
Some temp/humidity conditions will cause captured
interior air to condense on windows and hamper visibil-
ity. For this reason, the system will not allow recirculation
to be selected while in Defrost or Defrost/Floor mode.

Attempting to use the recirculation while in these modes
will cause the indicator in the control button to blink and
then turn off.

Operating Tips

NOTE:

Refer to the chart at the end of this section for

suggested control settings for various weather condi-
tions.

Summer Operation
The engine cooling system in air-conditioned vehicles
must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant
to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect
against engine overheating. A solution of 50% ethylene
glycol antifreeze coolant and 50% water is recommended.
Refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your
Vehicle” for proper coolant selection.

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Winter Operation
Use of the air Recirculation mode during Winter months is
not recommended because it may cause window fogging.

Vacation Storage
Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service
(i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air
conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the
fresh air and high blower setting. This will ensure
adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility
of compressor damage when the system is started again.

Window Fogging
Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re-
moved by turning the mode selector to defrost. The
Defrost/Floor mode can be used to maintain a clear
windshield and provide sufficient heating. If side win-
dow fogging becomes a problem, increase blower speed.
Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild but
rainy or humid weather.

NOTE:

Recirculate without A/C should not be used for

long periods, as fogging may occur.

Outside Air Intake
Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the
windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves
collected in the air intake may reduce airflow, and if they
enter the plenum, they could plug the water drains. In
Winter months, make sure the air intake is clear of ice,
slush, and snow.

A/C Air Filter — If Equipped
The climate control system filters outside air containing
dust, pollen and some odors. Strong odors cannot be
totally filtered out. Refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in
Section 7 for filter replacement instructions.

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STARTING AND OPERATING

CONTENTS

䡵 Starting Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253

▫ Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
▫ Normal Starting (Tip Start) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
▫ Extreme Cold Weather

(Below

⫺20°F Or ⫺29°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254

▫ If Engine Fails To Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
▫ After Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255

䡵 Engine Block Heater — If Equipped . . . . . . . . 255
䡵 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256

▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . 258
▫ Brake/Transmission Interlock Manual

Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259

▫ Five-Speed Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . 260
▫ Gear Ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260

䡵 AutoStick威 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264

▫ Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264

▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265

䡵 Driving On Slippery Surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265

▫ Acceleration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
▫ Traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266

䡵 Driving Through Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266

▫ Flowing/Rising Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
▫ Shallow Standing Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267

䡵 Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268

▫ Power Steering Fluid Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269

䡵 Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
䡵 Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272

▫ Anti-Lock Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273

䡵 Electronic Brake Control System . . . . . . . . . . . 276

▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . 276
▫ Traction Control System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . 276
▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
▫ Electronic Stability Program (ESP) . . . . . . . . 277
▫ Synchronizing ESP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
▫ ESP/BAS Malfunction Indicator Light And

ESP/TCS Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281

䡵 Tire Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282

▫ Tire Markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) . . . . . . . . . 286
▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions . . . . . . . . . 287
▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . 288

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䡵 Tires — General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292

▫ Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
▫ Tire Inflation Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293
▫ Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation . . . 295
▫ Radial Ply Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
▫ Tire Spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
▫ Tread Wear Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
▫ Life Of Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
▫ Replacement Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297

䡵 Snow Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
䡵 Tire Rotation Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . 299

▫ Tire Rotation – Standard Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 300
▫ Tire Rotation – All Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . 300

䡵 Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) . . . . . . . 301

▫ Premium System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303
▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307

䡵 Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308

▫ 6.1L Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
▫ Reformulated Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309
▫ E85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles . . . . . . 309
▫ MMT In Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
▫ Materials Added To Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
▫ Fuel System Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311
▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . 312

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