ACURA 2024 ZDX Motar Car User Manual

2024 ZDX Motar Car

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Specifications

• Model: 2024 ZDX
• Vehicle Type: Sedan
• Engine: [insert engine specifications]
• Transmission: [insert transmission type]
• Color Options: [list available colors]

Product Usage Instructions

Introduction

Welcome to the Owner’s Manual for the 2024 ZDX. This manual
contains important information about your vehicle. Please read it
carefully to ensure safe and proper usage of your vehicle.

Using this Manual

To quickly find information, use the Index located at the back
of the manual. It provides an alphabetical list of topics along
with their corresponding page numbers.

Danger, Warning, and Notice

Pay attention to warning messages in this manual and on vehicle
labels. Danger signifies a high-risk hazard leading to serious
injury or death. Warning indicates potential injury or death, while
Notice alerts about hazards causing property or vehicle damage.

Symbols

The vehicle uses symbols alongside text for operations or
information. Look out for symbols like M (additional instructions
in owner’s manual), * (additional instructions in service manual),
and 0 (more information on another page).

Vehicle Symbol Chart

Refer to the features section in this manual for explanations of
various symbols found on the vehicle, such as Rear Cross Traffic
Alert, Service Vehicle Soon, and Tire Pressure Monitor.

Instrument Panel Overview

• Air Vents
• Regenerative Braking
• Turn Signal Lever
• Forward Collision Alert System
• Heated Steering Wheel
• Hood Release
• Electric Parking Brake
• Lane Keep Assist
• Automatic Vehicle Hold Light
• Instrument Panel Illumination Control

Keys, Doors, and Windows

This section covers information about doors, liftgate, vehicle
security, exterior mirrors (convex, power, folding, heated), and
interior mirrors (rearview, automatic dimming, rear camera
mirror).

FAQs

Q: How do I activate the Lane Keep Assist feature?

A: To activate Lane Keep Assist, locate the corresponding button
on the instrument panel and press it. The system will engage and
assist you in keeping the vehicle within the lane.

Q: What should I do if the Tire Pressure Monitor symbol

illuminates?

A: If the Tire Pressure Monitor symbol lights up on the
instrument panel, it indicates low tire pressure. Check the tire
pressure using a gauge and inflate as needed to the recommended
levels.

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Owner’s Manual
2024 ZDX

Contents
Introduction …………………………………………………….. 1 Keys, Doors, and Windows ……………………………… 6 Seats and Restraints ……………………………………….32 Storage ……………………………………………………………78 Instruments and Controls ………………………………. 81 Lighting ………………………………………………………….116 Infotainment System …………………………………… 122 Climate Controls …………………………………………… 147 Driving and Operating ………………………………….. 155 Vehicle Care …………………………………………………..255 Service and Maintenance ……………………………… 313 Technical Data ………………………………………………. 318 Customer Information …………………………………. 320 Reporting Safety Defects ………………………………323 OnStar …………………………………………………………..328 Connected Services ……………………………………….333 INDEX …………………………………………………………….337

Introduction
California Proposition 65 Warning

Introduction 1

2 Introduction
Introduction
The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, Acura, the Acura logo, the Acura Emblem, and ZDX are trademarks and/or service marks of Acura, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. This manual describes features that may or may not be on the vehicle because of optional equipment that was not purchased on the vehicle, model variants, country specifications, features/applications that may not be available in your region, or changes subsequent to the printing of this owner’s manual, including changes in standard or optional content. Refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm the features. Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.

Using this Manual
To quickly locate information about the vehicle, use the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found.
Danger, Warning, and Notice
Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them.
{ Danger
Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death.
{ Warning
Warning indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death.
Notice Notice indicates a hazard that could result in property or vehicle damage.

A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means “Do not,” “Do not do this,” or “Do not let this happen.”
Symbols
The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator. M : Shown when the owner’s manual has additional instructions or information. * : Shown when the service manual has additional instructions or information. 0 : Shown when there is more information on another page — “see page.”
Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. See the features in this manual for information.

u : Air Conditioning System G : Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil 9 : Airbag Readiness Light ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) $ : Brake System Warning Light 9 : Dispose of Used Components Properly P : Do Not Apply High Pressure Water [ : Energy Usage and Charge Mode Selection : Flame/Fire Prohibited H : Flammable g : First Responder [ : Forward Collision Alert R : Fuse Block Cover Lock Location + : Fuses : High Voltage j : ISOFIX/LATCH System Child Restraints Q : Keep Fuse Block Covers Properly Installed | : Lane Change Alert @ : Lane Departure Warning A : Lane Keep Assist X : Park Assist ~ : Pedestrian Ahead Indicator O : Power

7 : Rear Cross Traffic Alert
I : Registered Technician / : Remote Vehicle Start h : Risk of Electrical Fire

: Seat Belt Reminders Z : Service Vehicle Soon I : Side Blind Zone Alert
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor d : Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control (ESC) a : Under Pressure k : Vehicle Ahead Indicator ] : Vehicle Ready

Introduction 3

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Instrument Panel Overview

1. Air Vents 0 152. 2. Regenerative Braking 0 176 3. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and Lane-
Change Signals 0 119. Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 82. 4. Shift Lever. See Electric Drive Unit 0 170. 5. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp System 0 118. 6. Infotainment Display. See Using the System 0 124. Instrument Cluster 0 89. 7. Instrument Panel Fuse Block 0 274. 8. Glove Box 0 78. 9. Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 147. 10. Wireless Charging 0 86. 11. Power Button 0 167 (Out of View). 12. Radio Controls. See Steering Wheel Controls 0 123. 13. Horn 0 82. 14. Steering Wheel Adjustment 0 82 (Out of View). 15. Adaptive Cruise Control (Advanced) 0 185. Hands Free Cruise 0 194 (If Equipped).

Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 223 (If Equipped). Heated Steering Wheel 0 82. 16. Hood Release. See Hood 0 257. 17. Electric Parking Brake 0 174. Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 234 (If Equipped). Automatic Vehicle Hold (AVH) Light 0 96. Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 119.

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Keys, Doors, and Windows
Keys and Locks Keys …………………………………………………………….. 6 Remote Key …………………………………………………..7 Remote Key Operation …………………………………7 Remote Start ……………………………………………….12 Door Locks …………………………………………………..13 Power Door Locks ………………………………………..15 Delayed Locking ………………………………………….15 Automatic Door Locks …………………………………15 Lockout Protection ………………………………………16 Safety Locks ………………………………………………..16 Key Card ……………………………………………………..16
Doors Liftgate ………………………………………………………. 17
Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ………………………………………… 23 Vehicle Alarm System ……………………………….. 23 Immobilizer ……………………………………………….. 23 Immobilizer Operation ………………………………. 23
Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors ………………………………………….. 24 Power Mirrors ……………………………………………. 25

Folding Mirrors …………………………………………..25 Heated Mirrors ………………………………………….. 26
Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors ………………………….. 26 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ………. 26 Rear Camera Mirror …………………………………… 26
Windows Windows …………………………………………………… 29 Power Windows ………………………………………… 29 Sun Visors …………………………………………………. 30
Roof Sunroof ……………………………………………………… 30

Keys and Locks
Keys
{ Warning
Leaving children in a vehicle with a remote key is dangerous and children or others could be seriously injured or killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the remote key in the vehicle, and children or others could be caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave children in a vehicle with a remote key.

The mechanical key that is inside of the remote key can be used for all locks.
To remove the mechanical key, press the button near the bottom of the remote key, and pull the key out. Never pull the mechanical key out without pressing the button. If it becomes difficult to turn the key, inspect the key blade for debris. Periodically, clean the key with a brush or a pick. See your dealer if a new key is needed. If locked out of the vehicle, contact Roadside Assistance. With an active OnStar or connected service plan, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview 0 328.

Remote Key
See Radio Frequency Statement 0 322. If there is a decrease in the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) operating range: · Check the distance. The transmitter may be
too far from the vehicle. · Check the location. Other vehicles or objects
may be blocking the signal. · Check the transmitter’s battery. See “Battery
Replacement” later in this section. · If the transmitter is still not working
correctly, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service.
Remote Key Operation
The Keyless Access system allows for vehicle entry when the remote key is within 1m (3 ft). See “Keyless Access Operation” later in this section. The remote key functions may work up to 60m (197 ft) away from the vehicle. Other conditions can impact the performance of the remote key. See Remote Key 0 7.

Keys, Doors, and Windows 7
Q : Press to lock all doors. If enabled, the turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound on the second press to indicate locking. To view available settings from the infotainment home screen, touch Settings > Vehicle

Remote Lock, Unlock, Start. If the driver door is open when Q is pressed, all doors will lock and the driver door will immediately unlock, if enabled. To view available settings for this feature, touch the Settings icon on the infotainment home page. Select “Vehicle” to display the list of available options and select “Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start”.

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If the passenger door is open when Q is pressed, all doors lock.
If equipped with auto mirror folding, double press and hold Q for one second to fold the mirrors, if enabled. To view available settings for this feature, touch the Settings icon on the infotainment home page. Select “Vehicle” to display the list of available options and select “Comfort and Convenience”.
Pressing Q may also arm the alarm system. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 23.
K : Press to unlock the driver door. Press unlock again within three seconds to unlock all doors. The remote key can be programmed to unlock all doors on the first button press. To view available settings for this feature, touch the Settings icon on the infotainment home page. Select “Vehicle” to display the list of available options and select “Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start”.
If enabled, the turn signal lamps flash twice to indicate that the unlocking has occurred. The exterior lamps may also be programmed to turn on. To view available settings for this feature, touch the Settings icon on the infotainment

home page. Select “Vehicle” to display the list of available options and select “Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start”.
If equipped with auto mirror unfolding, double press and hold K until the mirrors fully open. To view available settings for this feature, touch the Settings icon on the infotainment home page. Select “Vehicle” to display the list of available options and select “Comfort and Convenience”.
Pressing K will disarm the alarm system. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 23.
b : Press twice to open or close the liftgate. Press once to stop the liftgate from moving. The vehicle must be in P (Park).
7 : Press and release one time to initiate vehicle locator. The exterior lamps flash and the horn chirps three times.
Press and hold 7 for at least three seconds to sound the panic alarm. The horn sounds and the turn signals flash for about 30 seconds or until 7 is pressed again or the vehicle is started.
/ : Press and release Q and then immediately press and hold / for at least four seconds to start the vehicle’s heating or air conditioning

systems and rear window defogger from outside the vehicle using the remote key. See Remote Start 0 12.
Keyless Access Operation
The Keyless Access system allows the doors and liftgate to be unlocked without pressing the remote key button. The remote key must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the liftgate or door being opened.
Doors can be programmed to lock after exiting the vehicle through Passive locking or delayed locking. The remote key can also be used to lock the doors
Keyless Access can be programmed to unlock all doors when the driver door handle is pulled. All doors will unlock when any non-driver door handle is pulled regardless of the current setting. To view available settings from the infotainment screen, touch Settings > Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start.
Keyless Unlocking from the Driver Door
When the doors are locked and the remote key is within 1 m (3 ft) of the driver door handle, pressing the unlock button on the driver door handle will unlock the driver door.

Keyless Unlocking/Locking from Passenger Doors
When the doors are locked and the remote key is within 1m (3ft) of the door unlocking button, pressing the unlock button on that door will unlock all doors.
Disable/Enable Keyless Unlocking of Exterior Door Handles and Liftgate
If equipped, keyless unlocking of the exterior door handles and liftgate can be disabled and enabled. Disabling Keyless Unlocking:

With the vehicle off, press and hold Q and K on the remote key at the same time for approximately three seconds. The turn signal lamps will flash four times quickly to indicate access is disabled. Using any exterior handle to unlock the doors or open the liftgate will cause the turn signal lamps to flash four times quickly, indicating access is disabled. If disabled, disarm the alarm system before starting the vehicle.
Enabling Keyless Unlocking:
With the vehicle off, press and hold Q and K on the remote key at the same time for approximately three seconds. The turn signal lamps will flash twice quickly to indicate access is enabled.
Passive Locking
The Keyless Access system will lock the vehicle several seconds after all doors are closed, if the vehicle is off and at least one remote key has been removed from the interior or none remain in the interior.
If other electronic devices interfere with the remote key signal, the vehicle may not detect the remote key inside the vehicle.

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If passive locking is enabled, the doors may lock with the remote key inside the vehicle. Do not leave the remote key in an unattended vehicle. To view available settings from the infotainment home screen, touch Settings > Vehicle

Power Door Locks.
Temporary Disable of Passive Locking
Temporarily disable passive locking by pressing and holding K on the interior door switch with a door open for at least four seconds, or until three chimes are heard. Passive locking will then remain disabled until Q on the interior door is pressed, or until the vehicle is started.
Remote Left In Vehicle Alert
When the vehicle is turned off and a remote key is left in the vehicle, the horn will chirp three times after all doors are closed.
To view available settings for this feature, touch the Settings icon on the infotainment home page. Select “Vehicle” to display the list of available options and select “Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start”.

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Remote Removed From Vehicle Alert
If the vehicle is on with a door open, and then all doors are closed, the vehicle will check for remote keys inside. If a remote key is not detected, the Driver Information Center (DIC) will display NO KEY FOUND and the horn will chirp three times. This occurs only once each time the vehicle is driven. To view available settings for this feature, touch the Settings icon on the infotainment home page. Select “Vehicle” to display the list of available options and select “Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start”.
Keyless Liftgate Opening
Press the touch pad on the underside of the liftgate glass and lift up to open if the remote key is within 1m (3ft) and the doors are locked. If the doors are unlocked, the remote key is not required to open the liftgate. See Liftgate 0 17.
Key Access
To access a vehicle with a weak remote key battery, see Door Locks 0 13.

Programming Remote Keys to the Vehicle
Only remote keys programmed to the vehicle will work. If a remote key is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer. The vehicle can be reprogrammed so that lost or stolen remote keys no longer work. Any remaining remote keys will need to be reprogrammed. Each vehicle can have up to eight remote keys matched to it.
Starting the Vehicle with a Low Remote Key Battery
For improved Vehicle security, the remote key is equipped with a motion sensor. When starting the vehicle, if the remote key has been idle for an extended period of time, the DIC may display KEY IN SLEEP MODE, MOVE KEY, THEN START. Move the remote key slightly and try starting the vehicle.
If the remote key battery is weak or if there is interference with the signal, the DIC may display NO KEY FOUND, REPLACE BATTERY IN KEY or NO REMOTE KEY WAS DETECTED PLACE KEY IN KEY POCKET THEN START YOUR VEHICLE when starting the vehicle.

To start the vehicle:
1. Place the remote key in the rear cupholder with the buttons facing down.
2. With the vehicle in P (Park) or N (Neutral), press the brake pedal and press POWER O. Replace the remote key battery as soon as possible.

Battery Replacement
{ Warning
Never allow children to play with the remote key. The remote key contains a small battery, which can be a choking hazard. If swallowed, internal burns can occur, resulting in severe injury or death. Seek medical attention immediately if a battery is swallowed.
{ Warning
To avoid personal injury, do not touch metal surfaces on the remote key when it has been exposed to extreme heat. These surfaces can be hot to the touch at temperatures above 59 °C (138 °F).
Notice
When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the remote key. Static from your body could damage the remote key.

Notice
Always replace the battery with the correct type. Replacing the battery with an incorrect type could potentially create a risk of battery explosion. Dispose of used batteries according to instructions and local laws. Do not attempt to burn, crush, or cut the used battery, and avoid exposing the battery to environments with extremely low air pressures or high temperatures.
Notice
If the remote key is not reassembled properly, liquids could enter the housing and damage the circuitry, resulting in a remote key malfunction and/or failure. To prevent damage, always follow the steps for remote key reassembly in this manual to ensure the remote key is sealed properly whenever the remote key is opened.
Replace the battery if the DIC displays REPLACE BATTERY IN KEY. The battery is not rechargeable. To replace the battery:

Keys, Doors, and Windows 11
1. Press the button on the side of the remote key near the bottom and pull the mechanical key out. Never pull the mechanical key out without pressing the button.

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2. Use the mechanical key blade in the slot to remove the battery cover by hand.
3. Remove the battery cover.

4. Pull the seal by pulling on the tab to access the battery.
5. Remove the old battery. Do not use a metal object.
6. Insert the new battery, positive side facing up. Replace with a CR2450 Lithium or equivalent battery.
7. Place the seal back into the groove around the battery compartment.
8. Replace the battery cover by snapping it back into the remote key.
9. Reinsert the mechanical key.
Remote Start
This feature starts the heating or air conditioning systems and the rear window defogger from outside the vehicle.
If the outside temperature is below 7°C (45°F), and the rear window defogger is on, the area of the windshield beneath the windshield wipers will warm up to melt accumulated snow or ice.
Use remote start to heat or cool the interior when the vehicle is plugged in to maximize electric range by utilizing electricity from the electrical outlet. Normal system operation will return after the vehicle has been turned on.

/ : This button is on the remote key.
The climate control system will use the previous settings during a remote start. The rear defog may come on during a remote start based on cold ambient conditions. The rear defog indicator light will not come on during a remote start.
Laws in some local communities may restrict the use of remote starters. For example, some laws require a person using remote start to have the vehicle in view. Check local regulations for any requirements.
The vehicle cannot be remote started if:
· The remote key is in the vehicle.
· The hood is open.
· The total 60 minutes of remote start time has been used.
· The hazard flashers are on.
· The vehicle is not in P (Park).
· The vehicle is already started.
If the battery level is low, do not use the remote start feature. The battery may fully deplete.
The remote key range may be less while the vehicle is running.

Other conditions may affect the range and performance of the remote key. See Remote Key 0 7.
Starting the Vehicle Using Remote Start
Press / twice on the remote key. The turn signal lamps will flash to confirm the remote start request was received. During the remote start, the parking lamps will remain on as long as the vehicle is on. The vehicle will turn off after 60 minutes, unless you stop the remote start before remote start cycle has completed or the vehicle is turned on. Hold the brake pedal and press POWERO to drive.
Extending Remote Start Time
Remote start can be used for up to 60 minutes of total remote start time. After a remote start of 60 minutes, or multiple shorter starts totaling 60 minutes, the vehicle must be started and then turned off before the remote start can be used again.
Canceling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start, do one of the following:

· Press /. The parking lamps will turn off. · Turn on the hazard warning flashers. · Turn the vehicle on and then off.
Door Locks
{ Warning
Unlocked doors can be dangerous. · Passengers, especially children, can easily
open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. The doors can be unlocked and opened while the vehicle is moving. The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors are not locked. So, all passengers should wear seat belts properly and the doors should be locked whenever the vehicle is driven. · Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it.
(Continued)

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{ Warning (Continued)
· Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop the vehicle. Locking the doors can help prevent this from happening.
To lock or unlock the doors from outside the vehicle: · Press Q or K on the remote key to lock and
unlock the doors. · In the case of a dead battery, use the key in
the driver door. The key lock cylinder is covered with a cap. To lock or unlock the doors from inside the vehicle: · Press Q or K on the power door lock switch. · Pull the door handle once to unlock the door. Pull the handle again to unlatch it.

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Keyless Access

Driver Door Key Lock Cylinder Access (In Case of Dead Battery)

The remote key must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the liftgate or door being opened. Press the button on the door handle to unlock. See “Keyless Access Operation” in Remote Key Operation 0 7.

To access the driver door key lock cylinder:
1. Insert the mechanical key into the slot on the bottom of the handle. Turn the key to release the cap.
2. Open the cap.

3. Use the key in the cylinder. To return the cap to its previous position:
1. Remove the mechanical key from the door lock cylinder.

2. Insert the cap back into the grooves on the door handle.
3. Push down on the cap until it clicks into place.

Free-Turning Locks If the free-turning door lock feature is equipped, the door key lock cylinder turns freely when either the wrong key is used, or the correct key is not fully inserted. The free-turning door lock feature prevents the lock cylinder from being forced open. To reset the lock cylinder, ensure the correct key is fully inserted into the lock cylinder. Rotate the key until you feel the lock cylinder click back into place. Remove the key and reinsert fully, then rotate the key to unlock the vehicle.
Power Door Locks
K : Press to unlock the doors.

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Q : Press to lock the doors. Locking and unlocking the doors will also unlock the liftgate. See Liftgate 0 17.
Delayed Locking
This feature delays the locking of the doors until five seconds after all doors are closed. When Q is pressed on the power door lock switch while the door is open, a chime will sound three times indicating delayed locking is active. The doors will lock automatically five seconds after all doors are closed. If a door is reopened before that time, the five-second timer will reset when all doors are closed again. Press Q on the door lock switch again or press Q on the remote key to lock the doors immediately. To view available settings from the infotainment home screen, touch Settings > Vehicle > Power Door Locks.
Automatic Door Locks
The doors will lock automatically when all doors are closed, the vehicle is on, and the shift switch is out of P (Park).

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If a vehicle door is unlocked and then opened and closed, the doors will lock either when your foot is removed from the brake or the vehicle speed becomes faster than 13km/h(8mph).
To unlock the doors: · Press K on a door.
· Shift the vehicle into P(Park).
Automatic door locking cannot be disabled.
Automatic door unlocking can be programmed. To view available settings from the infotainment screen, touch Settings > Vehicle > Power Door Locks.
Lockout Protection
This feature protects you from locking remote keys in the vehicle.
When the lock button is pressed and the vehicle is on, with the driver door open, all of the doors will lock and then the driver door will unlock.
If the vehicle is off and locking is requested while a door is open, when all doors are closed the vehicle will check for remote keys inside. If a remote key is detected and the number of remote keys inside has not reduced, the driver door will unlock and the horn will sound three times.

This can be manually overridden by pressing and holding Q on the power door lock switch.
Safety Locks
The rear door safety locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle. To activate the safety locks:
1. Touch the settings icon on the infotainment display.
2. Select Controls. 3. Touch DRIVE & PARK and then Child Safety
Locks. 4. Select On or Off to activate or deactivate
the safety locks.
Key Card
Your vehicle may be equipped with a key card that unlocks, locks, and starts the vehicle. The key card works by tapping and holding the card on the location of the vehicle as shown on the back of the card. Only key cards programmed to the vehicle will work. If a key card is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and

programmed through your dealer. To prevent lost or stolen key cards from being able to operate the vehicle, see your dealer. Each vehicle can have up to eight key cards programmed to it. If the key card is placed on the back of a smartphone or inside an RFID blocking device or wallet, it may not work.
Unlocking with the Key Card
Tap and hold your key card on the driver outer handle for up to 3 seconds to unlock the driver door. Only the driver door may be unlocked this way.
Locking with the Key Card
With all doors closed and the vehicle off tap and hold your key card on the driver outer handle for up to 3 seconds to lock all doors.
Starting with the Key Card
After unlocking the driver’s door, you have up to 120 seconds to start the vehicle. Otherwise, you will have to lock and unlock the vehicle with your key card to start the vehicle.

Doors
Liftgate
Notice
To avoid damage to the liftgate or liftgate glass, make sure the area above and behind the liftgate is clear before opening it.
To lock or unlock the liftgate from the outside, press Q or K on the remote key. To lock or unlock the liftgate from the inside, press Q or K on the instrument panel.

Power Liftgate Operation
{ Warning
You or others could be injured if caught in the path of the power liftgate. Make sure there is no one in the way of the liftgate as it is opening and closing. You can be hurt.
Notice
Driving with an open and unsecured liftgate may result in damage to the power liftgate components.
Power Liftgate Mode Selection
To view available settings from the infotainment screen, touch Settings > Vehicle > Comfort and Convenience > Power Rear Gate Opening. Choose from the following selections: Maximum : Opens to the maximum height. Custom : Opens to a reduced height that can be set between a programmed height and fully open. See “Setting the Custom Opening Height” later in this section.

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Use to prevent the liftgate from opening into overhead obstructions, such as a garage door or roof-mounted cargo. The liftgate can be manually opened all the way. Off : Opens manually only. Select Maximum or Custom to power open or close the liftgate. To open or close the liftgate using the remote key, press b twice quickly until the liftgate moves. Operating the Power Liftgate from the Inside
To open or close the liftgate from the inside, press 8.

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Keyless Liftgate Opening
The remote key must be within 1 m (3 ft), when the doors are locked, to open the liftgate. If the doors are unlocked, the remote key is not required to open the liftgate.
Press the touchpad on the underside of the liftgate glass to power open the liftgate when the power liftgate mode is set to Maximum or Custom.
Press the touchpad on the underside of the liftgate glass and lift up to open when the power liftgate mode is set to Off.
See “Power Liftgate Mode Selection” earlier in this section.

To open the liftgate, press the touchpad on the underside of the liftgate glass for more than one second and lift open the liftgate.
When closing the liftgate, press the button on the bottom of the gate. Press any liftgate button, the liftgate handle, or b on the remote key while the liftgate is moving to stop it. Pressing any liftgate button or pressing b twice quickly on the remote key restarts the operation in the reverse direction. Pressing the liftgate handle will restart the motion, but only in the opening direction.

Notice
Manually operating the liftgate during a power open or close can damage the liftgate system. Always wait for the power operation to complete before manually operating the liftgate.
The power liftgate may be temporarily disabled in extremely low temperatures, or after repeated opening and closings over a short period of time. If this occurs, the liftgate can still be operated manually.
If the vehicle is shifted out o P (Park) while the power liftgate operation is in progress, the operation will continue to completion. If the vehicle is driven before the liftgate has completed moving, the liftgate may stop or reverse direction. Check for Driver Information Center (DIC) messages, and make sure that the liftgate is closed and latched before driving.
Falling Liftgate Detection
If the power liftgate automatically closes after a power opening cycle, it indicates that the system is reacting to excess weight on the liftgate or a possible support strut failure. A

repetitive chime will sound while the falling liftgate detection feature is operating. Remove any excess weight. If the liftgate continues to automatically close after opening, see your dealer for service before using the power liftgate.
Interfering with the power liftgate motion or manually closing the liftgate too quickly after power opening may resemble a support strut failure. This could also activate the falling liftgate detection feature. Allow the liftgate to complete its operation and wait a few seconds before manually closing the liftgate.
Obstacle Detection Features
If the liftgate encounters an obstacle during a power open or close cycle, the liftgate will automatically reverse direction and move a short distance away from the obstacle. After removing the obstruction, the power liftgate operation can be used again. If the liftgate encounters multiple obstacles on the same power cycle, the power function will deactivate. After removing the obstructions, manually close the liftgate. This will allow normal power operation functions to resume.

If the vehicle is locked while the liftgate is closing, and an obstacle is encountered that prevents the liftgate from completely closing, the horn will sound as an alert that the liftgate did not close.
Setting the Custom Opening Height
To change the position the liftgate stops at when opening:
1. Select MAX or Custom mode and power open the liftgate.
2. Stop the liftgate movement at the desired height by pressing any liftgate button. Manually adjust the liftgate position if needed.
3. Press and hold 8 on the bottom edge of the liftgate next to the latch on the outside of the liftgate until the turn signals flash and a beep sounds. This indicates the setting has been recorded.
The liftgate cannot be set below a minimum programmable height. If there is no light flash or sound, then the height adjustment may be too low.

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Hands-Free Operation
Regulatory Information
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement : This equipment has been evaluated to be installed and operated at a minimum distance of 3.78 cm between the device and your body. The vehicle design ensures this distance is maintained during normal use. Changes or modifications to any of these systems by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.
ISED Radiation Exposure Statement : This equipment complies with RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 3.78 cm between the radiator and any part of your body. The vehicle design ensures this distance is maintained during normal use. Changes or modifications to any of these systems by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.
See Radio Frequency Statement 0 322. Contains FCC ID 2AQ6KA1003.

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If equipped, the liftgate may be operated with a kicking motion near the center of the rear bumper at the location of the projected logo.
The remote key must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the rear bumper to operate the power liftgate hands-free.
The hands-free feature will not work while the liftgate is moving. To stop the liftgate while in motion use one of the liftgate switches.
The hands-free feature can be customized. To view available settings for this feature, touch the Settings icon on the infotainment home page. Select “Vehicle” to display the list of available options and select “Comfort and Convenience”. Choose from the following:
On-Open and Close : The kicking motion is activated to both open and close the liftgate.
On-Open Only : The kicking motion is activated to only open the liftgate.
Off : The feature is disabled.

Kick Zone
To operate, move your foot in a forward kicking motion under the center of the rear bumper, at the location of the projected logo, then pull it back. Then step back. The kick must come within 14 cm (6 in) of the rear bumper to activate.
· Do not sweep your foot side to side.
· Do not keep your foot under the bumper; the liftgate will not activate.
· Do not touch the liftgate until it has stopped moving.

· This feature may be temporarily disabled under some conditions. If the liftgate does not respond to the kick, open or close the liftgate by another method or start the vehicle. The feature will be re-enabled.
When closing the liftgate using this feature, there will be a short delay. The taillamps will flash and a chime will sound. Step away from the liftgate before it starts moving.
Projected Logo
If equipped, a vehicle logo will be projected for one minute onto the ground near the rear bumper when a remote key is detected within approximately 2 m (6 ft) from the rear bumper. The projected logo may not be visible under brighter daytime conditions.

1. 1 m (3 ft) Hands-Free Operation Detection Zone
2. 2 m (6 ft) Projected Logo Detection Zone
The projected logo shows where to kick toward the rear bumper.
The projected logo will not be restarted using the same remote key unless it has been out of range for longer than 20 seconds.
If a remote key is again detected within approximately 2 m (6 ft) of the liftgate, or another kick has been detected, the one-minute timer will be reset.
The projected logo will not work under these conditions:

· The vehicle battery is low.
· The vehicle is not in P (Park).
· Hands Free Liftgate/Trunk Control is set to Off in vehicle personalization. To view available settings for this feature, touch the Settings icon on the infotainment home page. Select “Vehicle” to display the list of available options and select “Comfort and Convenience”.
· Power liftgate is turned off.
· The vehicle remains parked for 72 hours or more, with no remote key use or Keyless Access operation. To re-enable, press any button on the remote key or open and close a vehicle door.
The projected logo will not work for a single remote key when a remote key:
· Has been left within approximately 5 m (15 ft) of the liftgate for several minutes.
· Has been left inside the vehicle and all vehicle doors are closed.
· Has approached the area outside of the liftgate five times within 10 minutes.

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Hands-Free Liftgate and Projected Logo Availability

Action

Hands-Free Liftgate

Projected Logo

Remote key entering projected logo detection Operative zone

On for one minute

Remote key left inside projected logo detection Operative zone for minimum of 10 minutes

Off until remote key button press or a door is opened and closed

Remote key brought in and out of projected logo Operative detection zone five times or more within 10 minutes

Off for one hour or until remote key button press or a door is opened and closed

Vehicle remains parked for more than 72 hours Operative

Off until remote key button press or a door is opened and closed

Vehicle battery is low

Non-operative

Off

Vehicle is not in P (Park)

Non-operative

Off

Power liftgate is turned off

Non-operative

Off

Hands-free liftgate is disabled in vehicle

Non-operative

Off

personalization

Vehicle Security
This VehicleSecurity vehicle has theft-deterrent features; however, they do not make the vehicle impossible to steal.
Vehicle Alarm System
Arming the Alarm System
1. Turn off the vehicle. 2. Lock the vehicle in one of three ways:
· Use the remote key. · Use the Keyless Access system. · With a door open, press Q on the interior
of the door. 3. After 30 seconds the alarm system will
arm, and the indicator light will begin to slowly flash. Pressing Q on the remote key a second time will bypass the 30-second delay and immediately arm the alarm system. The vehicle alarm system will not arm if the doors are locked with the mechanical key. If the driver door is opened without first unlocking with the remote key, the horn will chirp and the lights will flash to indicate pre-

alarm. If the vehicle is not started, or the door is not unlocked by pressing K on the remote key during the 10-second pre-alarm, the alarm will be activated.
The alarm will also be activated if a passenger door, the tailgate, or the hood is opened without first disarming the system. When the alarm is activated, the turn signals flash and the horn sounds for about 30 seconds. The alarm system will then re-arm to monitor for the next unauthorized event.
Disarming the Alarm System
To disarm the alarm system or turn off the alarm if it has been activated: · Press K on the remote key.
· Unlock the vehicle using the Keyless Access system.
· Start the vehicle.
To avoid setting off the alarm by accident:
· Lock the vehicle after all occupants have exited.
· Always unlock a door with the remote key, or use the Keyless Access system.

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Unlocking the driver door with the mechanical key will not disarm the system or turn off the alarm.
How to Detect a Tamper Condition
If K is pressed on the remote key and the horn chirps three times, an alarm occurred previously while the alarm system was armed. If the alarm has been activated, a message will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC).
Immobilizer
See Radio Frequency Statement 0 322.
Immobilizer Operation
This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system. The system does not have to be manually armed or disarmed. The vehicle is automatically immobilized when the vehicle is turned off. The immobilization system is disarmed when the vehicle is turned and a valid remote key is present in the vehicle.

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The security light in the instrument cluster comes on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system. The system has one or more remote keys matched to an immobilizer control unit in the vehicle. Only a correctly matched remote key will start the vehicle. If the remote key is ever damaged, you may not be able to start your vehicle. When trying to start the vehicle, the security light may come on briefly. If the vehicle does not start and the security light stays on, there is a problem with the system. Turn the vehicle off and try again. If the vehicle will not turn on or off, and the remote key appears to be undamaged, try another remote key. Or, you may try placing the remote key in the backup location. See Remote Key Operation 0 7.

If the vehicle will not turn on or off with the other remote key or in the backup location, the vehicle needs service. If the vehicle does turn on or off, the first remote key may be faulty. See your dealer.
It is possible for the immobilizer system to learn new or replacement remote keys. Up to eight remote keys can be programmed for the vehicle. To program additional remote keys, see “Programming Remote Keys to the Vehicle” under Remote Key Operation 0 7.
Do not leave the remote key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft- deterrent system in the vehicle.

Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors
{ Warning
A convex mirror can make things, like other vehicles, look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the adjacent lane, you could hit a vehicle that is driving next to you, leading to serious injury or death to occupants of the vehicles. Check the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.
The passenger side mirror is convex shaped so more can be seen from the driver seat.

Power Mirrors
To adjust the mirrors: 1. Press } or | to choose the driver or passenger mirror. An indicator will show the selected mirror. 2. Press one of the four arrows on the control pad while the indicator light on button } or | is illuminated, to move the mirror in the desired direction. 3. Adjust each outside mirror so that a little of the vehicle and the area behind it can be seen.

4. Press } or | again to deselect the mirror. If you do not deselect the mirror, the mirror adjustment will turn off after about one minute.
Folding Mirrors
To adjust power folding mirrors: 1. Press { to fold the mirrors inward. 2. Press { again to return the mirrors to the driving position.
The outside mirrors may automatically unfold when the vehicle is driven above 20 km/h (12 mph), but may be folded with the power folding mirror switch. If the vehicle speed is driven

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above 40 km/h (25 mph), they may automatically unfold and may not be refolded with the power folding mirror switch.
Resetting the Power Folding Mirrors
Reset the power folding mirrors if:
· The mirrors are accidentally obstructed while folding.
· They are accidentally manually folded/ unfolded.
· The mirrors do not stay in the unfolded position.
· The mirrors vibrate at normal driving speeds.
· One mirror folds while the other unfolds.
Fold and unfold the mirrors one time using the mirror controls to reset them to their normal position. A noise may be heard during the resetting of the power folding mirrors. This sound is normal after a manual folding operation.
If one mirror folds while the other unfolds, fold and unfold the mirrors three times using the mirror controls to reset them to their normal position. A noise may be heard during the

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resetting of the power folding mirrors. This sound is normal after a manual folding operation.
Remote Mirror Folding
If the mirrors have been folded with the power folding mirror switch, they may not be unfolded by use of remote key.
If the mirrors have not been folded with the power folding mirror switch and the vehicle is in P (Park), they may be automatically folded/ unfolded as follows: · If doors are locked by pressing H on the
remote key, the mirrors will fold. If doors are unlocked by pressing I on the remote key, the mirrors will unfold. See Remote Key Operation 0 7.
· If doors are locked by pressing the door handle button, the mirrors will fold. If doors are unlocked by pressing the door handle button, the mirrors will unfold. See “Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the Driver Door” in Remote Key Operation 0 7.

· If passive locking is enabled and doors are locked by that feature, the mirrors will fold. See “Passive Locking” in Remote Key Operation 0 7.
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
The vehicle may have LCA. See Lane Change Alert (LCA) 0 231.
Turn Signal Indicator
The vehicle may have a turn signal indicator on the mirror housings. The indicator will flash when a turn signal or the hazard warning flashers are used.
Heated Mirrors
If equipped with heated mirrors, 0 will be present on both side mirrors. The rear window defogger also heats the outside mirrors. K : Press to heat the outside rearview mirrors. See “Rear Window Defogger” under Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 147.

Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors
Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with water.
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
If equipped, automatic dimming reduces the glare of headlamps from behind. The dimming feature comes on when the vehicle is started.
Rear Camera Mirror
If equipped, this automatic dimming mirror provides a wide angle camera view of the area behind the vehicle.

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Pull the tab to turn on the display. Push the tab to turn it off. When off, the mirror is automatic dimming. Adjust the mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle while the display is off.

Press * to scroll through the adjustment options.
Press and ] to adjust the settings using the indicators on the mirror. The indicators will remain visible for five seconds after the last button activation, and the settings will remain saved.
The adjustment options are:

· Brightness

· Tilt

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Troubleshooting

{ Warning
The Rear Camera Mirror (RCM) has a limited view. Portions of the road, vehicles, and other objects may not be seen. Do not drive or park the vehicle using only this camera. Objects may be closer than they appear. Check the outside mirrors or glance over your shoulder when making lane changes or merging. Failure to use proper care may result in injury, death, or vehicle damage.

See your dealer for service if a blue screen and 3 are displayed in the mirror, and the display shuts off. Also, push the tab as indicated to return to the automatic dimming mode.
The Rear Camera Mirror may not work properly or display a clear image if:
· There is glare from the sun or headlamps. This may obstruct objects from view. If needed, push the tab to turn off the display.
· Dirt, snow, or other debris blocks the camera lens. To clean the rear camera, see Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 82 or clean the lens with a soft damp cloth.

· The camera’s mounting on the vehicle has been damaged, and/or the position or the mounting angle of the camera has changed.

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

The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve electric range performance. This may result in a pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front windows are up. To reduce the sound, open a front window.
Power Windows
{ Warning
Children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Never leave the remote key in a vehicle with children. When there are children in the rear seat, use the window lockout switch to prevent operation of the windows. See Keys 0 6.

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Press the switch to open the window. Pull the front of the switch up to close it. The window switches on the driver door control all windows. The power windows only operate with the vehicle on or in Service Mode, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. Express Window Operation The windows have an express feature which allows the windows to be lowered or raised without holding the switch. To automatically raise or lower the window, pull a window switch up or press it down all the way and release. Stop the window by pressing or pulling the switch in

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the same direction a second time, or by briefly operating the switch to the first position in either direction.
Remote Window Operation
If equipped, this feature allows all the windows to be opened remotely. If enabled in vehicle personalization, press and hold K on the remote key. To view available settings for this feature, touch the Settings icon on the infotainment home page. Select “Vehicle” to display the list of available options and select “Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start”.
Safety Function
This is for vehicles with the express-up feature. If any object is in the path of the window when the express-up feature is active, the window will stop and auto-reverse to a preset position. Weather conditions may cause the window to auto-reverse. The window switch may be held up to the second position to close the window. The window will return to normal operation once the obstruction or condition is removed.

Safety Function Override
This is for vehicles with the express-up feature. If the battery on the vehicle has been recharged or disconnected, or is not working, the windows will need to be reprogrammed for the expressup feature to work. Before reprogramming, replace or recharge the vehicle’s battery.
To program the driver window:
1. Close all doors with the vehicle on or in Service Mode.
2. Press and hold the power window switch until the window is fully open.
3. Pull the power window switch up until the window is fully closed.
4. Continue holding the switch up for approximately two seconds after the window is completely closed.
Window Lockout
This feature prevents the rear passenger windows from operating, except from the driver position.
There is a button on the infotainment display used to enable or disable this feature.

Sun Visors
Pull the sun visor down to block glare. Detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side window or, if equipped, extend along the rod. Visor Vanity Mirror The vehicle may have vanity mirrors and card holders on the back of the sun visors. Swing down the sun visor to expose the vanity mirror.
Roof
Sunroof
If equipped, vehicle power must be on to operate the sunroof.

While the sunroof always operates in express mode, movement can be stopped by pressing the switch again. The sunroof cannot be opened or closed if the vehicle has an electrical failure.
1. SLIDE Switch 2. Power Sunshade Switch 3. TILT Switch Sunroof Operation: · Press and release D (1) to express-open to a partially opened comfort stop position. · Press and release D (1) again to expressopen to the fully open position. · Pull and release D (1) to express-close.

· Press or pull D (1) again to stop at the desired location.
· Press and hold D (1) to manually open to desired location.
· Pull and hold D (1) to manually close to desired location.
Sunshade Operation:
· Press and release Q (2) to express-open. · Pull and release Q (2) to express-close. · Press or pull Q (2) again to stop at the
desired location.
Sunroof Vent Operation:
· Press and release E (3) to vent the sunroof. · Pull and release E (3) to close the sunroof
vent.
Automatic Reversal System
The sunroof and power sunshade have an automatic reversal system that is only active when the sunroof and power sunshade are operated in express-close mode. If an object is in the path while express-closing, the reversal system will detect an object, stop, and open the sunroof or power sunshade slightly.

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If frost or other conditions prevent closing, override the feature by closing the sunroof or power sunshade in manual mode. To stop movement, release the switch.
Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track. This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise. It could also plug the water drainage system. Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using a clean cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not remove grease from the sunroof.

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Seats and Restraints
Head Restraints Head Restraints …………………………………………. 33
Front Seats Power Seat Adjustment …………………………….. 34 Reclining Seatbacks …………………………………… 35 Lumbar Adjustment ………………………………….. 35 Memory Seats …………………………………………… 36 Heated and Ventilated Front Seats ……………. 38
Rear Seats Rear Seats …………………………………………………..40 Heated Rear Seats ……………………………………….41
Seat Belts Seat Belts …………………………………………………… 42 Buckle To Drive ………………………………………….. 43 How to Wear Seat Belts Properly ……………….44 Lap-Shoulder Belt ……………………………………….46 Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy ………………..48 Safety System Check ………………………………….48 Seat Belt Care ……………………………………………..49 Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash ………………………………………………………….49

Airbag System Airbag System …………………………………………… 50 Where Are the Airbags? …………………………….. 51 When Should an Airbag Inflate? …………………52 What Makes an Airbag Inflate? …………………..53 How Does an Airbag Restrain? ……………………53 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates? … 54 Passenger Sensing System …………………………55 Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ……… 58 Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ………………………………………………………. 59 Airbag System Check ………………………………… 59 Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash ………………………………………………………….60
Child Restraints Older Children ……………………………………………60 Infants and Young Children ………………………..61 Child Restraint Systems …………………………….. 63 Where to Put the Restraint ……………………….. 65 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) …………………………………………66 Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash …………………………………………………………..72 Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in a Rear Outside Seat Position) ………………….73

Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Center Rear Seat) ………………………………74
Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat) ……………………………………….. 75

Head Restraints
Head Restraints
Front Seats
{ Warning
With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
The vehicle’s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions.

Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant’s head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash.
The height of the head restraint can be adjusted.

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Rear Seats
Adjusting the Rear Head Restraint
The vehicle’s rear seats have adjustable head restraints in all three seating positions. The height of the head restraint can be adjusted. Pull the head restraint up to raise it. Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place. When you use the head restraint in the rear center seating position, pull up the head restraint to its highest position. Do not use it in any lower position.

To raise or lower the head restraint, press the button located on the side of the head restraint, and pull up or push the head restraint down, and release the button. Pull and push on the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place.
The front seat outboard head restraints are not removable.

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To lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the head restraint down. Try to move the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place.
Always adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant’s head.
Rear head restraints are not removable.
If you are installing a child restraint in the rear seat, see “Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System” under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 66.

Front Seats
Power Seat Adjustment
{ Warning
Do not adjust driver seat while the vehicle is moving. Doing so could result in a crash causing death or serious injury. Only adjust driver seat when vehicle is not moving. You can lose control of the vehicle and be seriously hurt or killed if you try to adjust the driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving.

{ Warning
The power seats will work with the vehicle off. Children could operate the power seats and be injured or killed. Never leave children alone in the vehicle.

To adjust the seat:
· Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward.
· Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down.
· Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the rear of the control up or down.
To adjust the seatback, see Reclining Seatbacks 0 35.
To adjust the lumbar support, see Lumbar Adjustment 0 35.

Reclining Seatbacks
{ Warning
Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can result in serious injury or death in a crash. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at your pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear the seat belt properly.

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Do not have a seatback reclined if the vehicle is moving.

· Press and hold the front or rear of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support.
· If equipped, press and hold the top or bottom of the control to raise or lower lumbar support.

· Move the control back to recline. · Move the control forward to raise.

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Uplevel Seat Adjustment
To adjust lumbar support. · Rotate the center of the control to scroll to
lumbar support on the infotainment display. · Press T or S to adjust lumbar forward or
rearward. · Press y or z to adjust lumbar up or down. Bolster Support To adjust bolster support, if equipped: · Rotate the center of the control to scroll to
bolster support on the infotainment display. · Press T or S to adjust the bolster outward or
inward.

Cushion Length To adjust cushion length, if equipped: · Rotate the center of the control to scroll to
cushion length on the infotainment display. · Press T or S to adjust the bolster outward or
inward.
Memory Seats
Overview If equipped, the memory seat feature allows drivers to save their unique driving positions and a shared exit position. See “Saving Seating Positions” later in this section. The saved positions can be recalled manually by all

drivers. See “Manually Recalling Seating Positions” later in this section. Drivers with remote key 1 and 2 can also recall them automatically. See “Auto Seat Entry Memory Recall” or “Auto Seat Exit Memory Recall” later in this section. To enable automatic recalls, turn on Seat Entry Memory and/or Seat Exit Memory. See “Enabling Automatic Recalls” later in this section. The memory recalls may be canceled at any time during the recall. See “Cancel Memory Seating Recalls” later in this section.
Identifying Driver Number
The vehicle identifies the current driver by their remote key number 1­8. The current remote key number may be identified by the Driver Information Center (DIC) welcome message, “You are driver x for memory recalls.” This message is displayed the first few times the vehicle is turned on when a different remote key is used. For Seat Entry Memory to work properly, save positions to the 1 or 2 memory button matching the driver number of this welcome message. To aid in identifying remote key IDs, it is recommended to only carry one

remote key when entering the vehicle. Perform the following if the welcome message is not displayed:
1. Move all remote keys away from the vehicle.
2. Turn the vehicle on with another remote key. A DIC welcome message should display indicating the driver number of the other remote key. Turn the vehicle off and remove the other remote key from the vehicle.
3. Turn the vehicle on with the initial remote key. The DIC welcome message should display the driver number of the initial remote key.
Saving Seating Positions
Read these instructions completely before saving memory positions.
To save preferred driving positions to 1 and 2:
1. Turn the vehicle on. A DIC welcome message may indicate the driver number of the current remote key. See “Identifying Driver Number” previously in this section.
2. Adjust all available memory features to the desired driving position.

3. Press and release SET; a chime will sound.
4. Immediately upon releasing SET, press and hold memory button 1 or 2 matching the current driver’s remote key number until two chimes sound. If too much time passes between releasing SET and pressing 1 or 2, the two chimes will not sound indicating memory position were not saved. Repeat Steps 3 and 4 to try again.
5. Repeat Steps 1­4 for the other remote key 1 or 2 using the other 1 or 2 memory button.
It is recommended to save the preferred driving positions to both 1 and 2 if you are the only driver. To save the common exit seating position to B that is used by all drivers for Manually Recalling Seating Positions and Auto Seat Exit Memory Recall features, repeat Steps 1­4 using B, the exit button.
Manually Recalling Seating Positions
Press and hold 1, 2, or B button until the recall is complete, to recall the positions previously saved to that button.

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Manual Memory recall movement for 1, 2 or B buttons may be initiated and will complete to the saved memory position if the vehicle is in or out of P (Park).
Enabling Automatic Recalls
· Seat Entry Memory moves the driver seat to the selected 1 or 2 position when the vehicle is started. Select Settings > Vehicle > Seating Position > Seat Entry Memory > ON or OFF. See “Auto Seat Entry Memory Recall” later in this section.
· Seat Exit Memory moves the driver seat to the preferred exit position of the B button when the vehicle is turned off and the door is opened. Select Settings > Vehicle > Seating Position > Seat Exit Memory > ON or OFF. See “Auto Seat Exit Memory Recall” later in this section.
Auto Seat Entry Memory Recall
Seat Entry Memory will automatically begin movement to the seating positions of the 1 or 2 button corresponding to the driver’s remote key number 1 or 2 detected by the vehicle when:
· The vehicle is turned ON.

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· Seating positions have been previously saved to the same 1 or 2 button. See “Saving Seating Positions” previously in this section.
· Seat Entry Memory is enabled. See “Enabling Automatic Recalls” previously in this section.
· The vehicle is in P(Park).
Seat Entry Memory Recall will continue if the vehicle is shifted out of P(Park) prior to reaching the saved memory position.
If the saved memory seat position does not automatically recall, verify the recall is enabled. See “Enabling Automatic Recalls” previously in this section.
If the memory seat recalls to the wrong position, the driver’s remote key number 1 or 2 may not match the memory button number positions they were saved to. Try the other remote key or try saving the positions to the other 1 or 2 memory button. See “Saving Seating Positions” previously in this section.
Automatic Seat Entry Memory recalls are only available for driver’s remote key numbers 1 and 2. Remote keys 3­8 will not provide Seat Entry Memory recalls.

Auto Seat Exit Memory Recall
Seat Exit Memory will begin movement to the seating position of the B button when: · The vehicle is turned off and the driver door is
open or opened within a short time. · A seating position has been previously been
saved to the B memory button. See “Saving Seating Positions” previously in this section. · Seat Exit Memory is enabled. See “Enabling Automatic Recalls” previously in this section. · The vehicle is in P(Park). Seat Exit Memory recall will continue if the vehicle is shifted out of P(Park) prior to reaching the saved memory position. Seat Exit Memory is not linked to the driver’s remote key. The seating position saved to B is used for all drivers.
Cancel Memory Seating Recalls
· During any memory recall: Press a power seat control Press SET memory button
· During Manual memory recall: Release 1, 2, or B memory button
· During Auto Seat Entry Memory Recall:

Turn the vehicle off Press SET, 1, 2, or B memory buttons · During Auto Seat Exit Memory Recall: Press SET, 1, 2, or B memory buttons
Obstructions
If something has blocked the seat while recalling a memory position, the recall may stop. Remove the obstruction and try the recall again. If the memory position still does not recall, see your dealer.
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
{ Warning
If temperature change or pain to the skin cannot be felt, the seat heater may cause burns. To reduce the risk of burns, use care when using the seat heater, especially for long periods of time. Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such as a blanket, cushion, cover, or similar item. This may cause the seat heater to overheat. An overheated seat heater may cause a burn or may damage the seat.

Heated and Ventilated Seat Buttons Shown, Heated Seat Buttons Similar
Heated and ventilated seat control switches are located on the climate control system. To operate, the vehicle must be on.
Press M or L to heat the driver or passenger seatback and cushion.
Press C or {, if available, to ventilate the driver or passenger seat. A ventilated seat has a fan that pulls or pushes air through the seat. The air is not cooled.
Press the seat heated and ventilated seat control switches:
Once – The HI setting (three indicators on)

Twice – The MID setting (two indicators on)
Three times – The LO setting (one indicator on)
Four times – The OFF setting (no indicators on)
If the heated seats are on high, the level may automatically be lowered after approximately 30 minutes.
The passenger seat may take longer to heat up.
Auto Heated and Ventilated Seats
When the vehicle is on, the Auto Heated and Ventilated Seats feature, if equipped, will automatically activate the heated or ventilated seats at the level required by the vehicle’s interior temperature.
The active high, medium, low, or off heated or ventilated seat level will be indicated by the manual heated or ventilated seat buttons on the door panel. Use the manual heated or ventilated seat buttons on the door panel to turn auto heated or ventilated seats off. If the passenger seat is unoccupied, the auto heated or ventilated seats feature will not activate that seat. To enable or disable auto heated or ventilated seats, select Settings > Vehicle > Climate and Air Quality > Cooled/Ventilated Seats on Startup or Heated Seats on Startup.

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Remote Start Heated and Ventilated Seats
During a remote start, the heated or ventilated seats, if equipped, can be turned on automatically. When it is cold outside, the heated seats turn on, and when it is hot outside, the ventilated seats turn on. If the auto heated or ventilated seats feature, if equipped, is not turned on, the heated or ventilated seats may be canceled when the vehicle is turned on. If necessary, press the heated or ventilated seat button to use the heated or ventilated seats after the vehicle is started.
The heated or ventilated seat indicator lights may turn on during a remote start.
The temperature performance of an unoccupied seat may be reduced. This is normal.
To enable or disable remote start heated or ventilated seats, select Settings

Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start > Remote Start Auto Heat Seats or Remote Start Auto Cool Seats > ON or OFF. See Remote Start 0 12.

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Rear Seats
Rear Seats
Rear Seat Reminder
The message REAR SEAT REMINDER LOOK IN REAR SEAT displays under certain conditions indicating there may be an item or passenger in the rear seat. Check before exiting the vehicle.
This feature will activate when a second row door is opened while the vehicle is on or up to 10 minutes before the vehicle is turned on. There will be an alert when the vehicle is turned off. The alert does not directly detect objects in the rear seat; instead, under certain conditions, it detects when a rear door is opened and closed, indicating that there may be something in the rear seat.
The feature is active only once each time the vehicle is turned on and off, and will require reactivation by opening and closing the second row doors. There may be an alert even when there is nothing in the rear seat; for example, if a child entered the vehicle through the rear door and left the vehicle without the vehicle being shut off.

The feature can be turned on or off. Select Settings > Vehicle > Rear Seat Reminder > ON or OFF. Reclining the Seatback To recline the seatback:
1. Pull the reclining seatback handle. A tab near the seatback handle raises when the seatback is unlocked.
2. Move the seatback to the desired position, and then release the handle to lock the seatback in place.
3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.

Folding the Seatback Either side of the seatback can be folded for more cargo space. Fold a seatback only when the vehicle is not moving.
Notice Folding a rear seat with the seat belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the seat belts. Always unbuckle the seat belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat. To fold the seatback:
1. Pull the handle on top of the seatback to unlock it.

2. Fold the seatback forward. Repeat the steps to fold the other seatback, if desired.
If equipped, the rear seatbacks can also be folded forward by pressing and holding the switches located in the rear cargo area. The left switch folds the left seatback, and the right switch folds the right seatback.

Raising the Seatback
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If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause serious injury or death in a crash to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked.
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A seat belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured or killed. After raising the rear seatback, always check to be sure that the seat belts are properly routed and attached, and are not twisted.
To raise a seatback: 1. Lift the seatback up and push it rearward to lock it in place. A tab near the seatback handle retracts when the seatback is locked in place.

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2. Push and pull the top of the seatback to be sure it is locked into position.
3. Repeat the steps to raise the other seatback, if necessary.
When the seat is not in use, it should be kept in the upright, locked position.
Heated Rear Seats
{ Warning
If temperature change or pain to the skin cannot be felt, the seat heater may cause burns. See the Warning under Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 38.

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If equipped, the buttons are on the rear of the center console.
With the vehicle on, press M or L to heat the left or right outboard seat cushion and seatback. An indicator on the rear climate control display appears when this feature is on.
Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The indicator lights next to the buttons indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest.
If the heated seats are on high for approximately 30 minutes, their level may automatically be lowered.
Remote Start Heated Seats
If equipped, the heated seats will turn on automatically during a remote start if it is cold outside. The heated seat indicators may come on during this operation. The heated seats may cancel when the vehicle is turned on. These features can be manually selected with the heated seat buttons after the vehicle is turned on.
The temperature performance of an unoccupied seat may be reduced. This is normal.

To enable or disable remote start heated seats, select Settings > Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start > Remote Start Auto Heat Seats > ON or OFF. See Remote Start 0 12.
Seat Belts
This SeatBelts section describes how to use seat belts properly, and some things not to do.

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Do not let anyone ride where a seat belt cannot be worn properly. In a crash, if you or your passenger(s) are not wearing seat belts, injuries can be much worse than if you are wearing seat belts. You can be seriously injured or killed by hitting things inside the vehicle harder or by being ejected from the vehicle. In addition, anyone who is not buckled up can strike other passengers in the vehicle.
It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, passengers riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow passengers to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.
Always wear a seat belt, and check that all passenger(s) are restrained properly too.
This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle the seat belts. See Seat Belt Reminders 0 91.

Why Seat Belts Work
When riding in a vehicle, you travel as fast as the vehicle does. If the vehicle stops suddenly, you keep going until something stops you. It could be the windshield, the instrument panel, or the seat belts. When you wear a seat belt, you and the vehicle slow down together. There is more time to stop because you stop over a longer distance and, when worn properly, your strongest bones take the forces from the seat belts. That is why wearing seat belts makes such good sense.

Questions and Answers About Seat Belts
Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a seat belt?
A: You could be– whether you are wearing a seat belt or not. Your chance of being conscious during and after a crash, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted.
Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why should I have to wear seat belts?
A: Airbags are supplemental systems only. They work with seat belts– not instead of them. Whether or not an airbag is provided, all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection.
Also, in nearly all states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing seat belts.
Buckle To Drive
If equipped, this feature delays the vehicle from shifting out of P(Park) when the driver seat belt is not buckled. The Buckle to Drive feature must be turned ON in the infotainment system to

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work. To turn the Buckle to Drive feature on or off, select Settings > Vehicle

Buckle to Drive. See Teen Driver 0 142, if equipped.
If the vehicle is on and the brake pedal is pressed with the vehicle in P (Park) but the driver seat belt is not buckled, a message displays in the Driver Information Center(DIC) and the vehicle will be delayed from shifting out of P(Park). Buckle the driver seat belt to clear the message and shift out of P(Park). Shifting from P (Park) will be delayed once for each time the vehicle is started.
On some models, Buckle to Drive may also delay shifting out of P (Park) if a front passenger seat belt is unbuckled. A message displays in the DIC. Buckle the front passenger seat belt to clear the message and shift out of P (Park). This feature may delay the vehicle from shifting out of P(Park) if an object, such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic device, is on the front passenger seat. If this happens, remove the object from the seat or buckle the seat belt to shift out of P(Park).
If the driver, or on some vehicles, the present front passenger remains unbuckled, the DIC message will turn off after several seconds and

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the vehicle can be shifted out of P(Park). See “Seat Belts” and “Child Restraints” in the Index for information about the importance of proper restraint use.
If the driver seat belt or the front passenger seat belt is unbuckled when driving, the seat belt reminder chime and light(s) will come on. See Seat Belt Reminders 0 91. This feature may not function properly if the airbag readiness light is on. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 92.
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly
Follow these rules for everyone’s protection.
There are additional things to know about seat belts and children, including smaller children and infants. If a child will be riding in the vehicle, see Older Children 0 60 or Infants and Young Children 0 61. Review and follow the rules for children in addition to the following rules.
It is very important for all occupants to buckle up. Statistics show that unbelted people are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing seat belts.
There are important things to know about wearing a seat belt properly.

· Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you (if possible).
· Wear the lap part of the belt low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries.
· Wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash.

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

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Never allow the lap or shoulder belt to become loose or twisted.

Never wear the shoulder belt under both arms or behind your back.
Always use the correct buckle for your seating position.

Never route the lap or shoulder belt over an armrest.
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The seat belt can be pinched if it is routed under plastic trim on the seat, such as trim around the rear seatback folding handle or side airbag. Never allow seat belts to be routed under plastic trim pieces. In a crash, pinched seat belts might not provide adequate protection, resulting in serious injury or death to the occupant.

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{ Warning
You can be seriously injured or killed if the shoulder belt is worn behind your back, under your legs, or wrapped around your neck. The shoulder belt can tighten but cannot be loosened if it is locked. The shoulder belt locks when it is pulled all the way out of the retractor. It unlocks when the shoulder belt is allowed to go all the way back into the retractor, but it cannot do this if it is wrapped around you. You may have to cut the seat belt if it is locked and tightened around you.
Lap-Shoulder Belt
All seating positions in the vehicle have a lapshoulder belt. The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly.
1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” in the Index.

2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted.
The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly.
If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way, the child restraint locking feature may be engaged. See Child Restraint Systems 0 63. If this occurs, let the belt go back all the way and start again. If the locking feature stays engaged after letting the belt go back to stowed position

on the seat, move the seat rearward or recline the seat until the shoulder belt retractor lock releases. If the shoulder portion of the driver belt is pulled out all the way, the shoulder belt retractor lock feature may be engaged. If this happens, let the belt go back all the way and start again. If the locking feature stays engaged after letting the belt go back to stowed position on the seat, move the seat rearward or recline the seat until the shoulder belt retractor lock releases.
If the webbing locks in the latch plate before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate flat to unlock.

3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.
Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure.
Position the release pushbutton on the buckle so that the seat belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary.
4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See “Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster” later in this section for instructions on use and important safety information.

5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt.

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To unlatch the belt, push the release pushbutton on the buckle. The belt should return to its stowed position.
Always stow the seat belt slowly. If the seat belt webbing returns quickly to the stowed position, the retractor may lock and cannot be pulled out. If this happens, pull the seat belt straight out firmly to unlock the webbing, and then release it. If the webbing is still locked in the retractor, see your dealer.
Before a door is closed, be sure the seat belt is out of the way. If a door is slammed against a seat belt, damage can occur to both the seat belt and the vehicle.
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and front outboard passenger seating positions.
Adjust the height so the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder and not falling off of it. The belt should be close to, but not contacting, the neck. Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt in a crash. See How to Wear Seat Belts Properly 0 44.

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Press the release button and move the height adjuster to the desired position. The adjuster can be moved up by pushing the slide/trim up. After the adjuster is set to the desired position, try to move it down without pressing the release button to make sure it has locked into position. Seat Belt Pretensioners This vehicle has seat belt pretensioners for front row and second row outboard occupants. Although the seat belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they are part of the seat belt assembly. They can help tighten the seat belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal, near frontal, or rear crash if the threshold

conditions for pretensioner activation are met. Seat belt pretensioners can also help tighten the seat belts in a side crash or a rollover event.
Pretensioners work only once. If the pretensioners activate in a crash, the pretensioners and probably other parts of the vehicle seat belt system will need to be replaced. See Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash 0 49.
Do not sit on the outboard seat belt while entering or exiting the vehicle or at any time while sitting in the seat. Sitting on the seat belt can damage the webbing and hardware.
Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy
Seat belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear seat belts.

A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below the rounding, throughout the pregnancy.
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a seat belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making seat belts effective is wearing them properly.
Safety System Check
Periodically check the seat belt reminder, seat belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped), and seat belt

anchorages to make sure they are all in working order. Look for any other loose or damaged seat belt system parts that might keep a seat belt system from performing properly. See your dealer to have it repaired. Torn, frayed, or twisted seat belts may not protect you in a crash. Torn or frayed seat belts can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, have it replaced immediately. If a belt is twisted, it may be possible to untwist by reversing the latch plate on the webbing. If the twist cannot be corrected, ask your dealer to fix it.
Make sure the seat belt reminder light is working. See Seat Belt Reminders 0 91.
Keep seat belts clean and dry. See Seat Belt Care 0 49.
Seat Belt Care
Keep belts clean and dry.
Seat belts should be properly cared for and maintained.
Seat belt hardware should be kept dry and free of dust or debris. As necessary, exterior hard surfaces and seat belt webbing may be lightly cleaned with mild soap and water. Ensure there

is not excessive dust or debris in the mechanism. If dust or debris exists in the system please see the dealer. Parts may need to be replaced to ensure proper functionality of the system.
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Do not bleach or dye seat belt webbing. It may severely weaken the webbing. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection which could result in death or serious injury. Clean and rinse seat belt webbing only with mild soap and lukewarm water. Allow the webbing to dry.

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Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash
{ Warning
A crash can damage the seat belt system in the vehicle. A damaged seat belt system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure the seat belt systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible.
After a minor crash, replacement of seat belts may not be necessary. But the seat belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged. See your dealer to have the seat belt assemblies inspected or replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the seat belt system was not being used at the time of the crash.

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Have the seat belt pretensioners checked if the vehicle has been in a crash, or if the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or while you are driving. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 92.
Airbag System
The AirbagSystem vehicle has the following airbags: · A frontal airbag for the driver · A frontal airbag for the front outboard
passenger · A knee airbag for the driver · A knee airbag for the front outboard
passenger · A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the
driver · A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the
front outboard passenger · A roof-rail airbag for the driver and the
passenger seated directly behind the driver · A roof-rail airbag for the front outboard
passenger and the passenger seated directly behind the front outboard passenger All vehicle airbags have the word AIRBAG on the trim or on a label near the deployment opening.

For frontal airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the center of the steering wheel for the driver and on the instrument panel for the front outboard passenger.
For knee airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the lower part of the instrument panel.
For seat-mounted side impact airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the side of the seatback or side of the seat closest to the door.
For roof-rail airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim.
Airbags are designed to supplement the protection provided by seat belts. Even though today’s airbags are also designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating bag, all airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job.
Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system:

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You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your seat belt, even with airbags. Airbags are designed to work with seat belts, not replace them. Also, airbags are not designed to inflate in every crash. In some crashes seat belts are the only restraint. See When Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 52.
Wearing your seat belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it. Airbags are “supplemental restraints” to the seat belts. Everyone in the vehicle should wear a seat belt properly, whether or not there is an airbag for that person.

{ Warning
Because airbags inflate with great force and faster than the blink of an eye, anyone who is up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Do not sit unnecessarily close to any airbag, as you would be if sitting on the edge of the seat or leaning forward. Seat belts help keep you in position before and during a crash. Always wear a seat belt, even with airbags. The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle. The seat belts and the front outboard passenger airbags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat with both feet on the floor.
Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door or side windows in seating positions with seat-mounted side impact airbags and/or roof-rail airbags.

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Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Always secure children properly in the vehicle. To read how, see Older Children 0 60 or Infants and Young Children 0 61.

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There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument cluster, which shows the airbag symbol.
The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 92.

The driver frontal airbag is in the center of the steering wheel.
The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel.

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The driver knee airbag is below the steering column. The front outboard passenger knee airbag is below the glove box.
Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar

The driver and front outboard passenger seatmounted side impact airbags are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door.
Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar The roof-rail airbags for the driver, front outboard passenger, and second row outboard passengers are in the ceiling above the side windows.

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If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering.
Do not use seat accessories that block the inflation path of a seat-mounted side impact airbag.
Never secure anything to the roof of a vehicle with roof-rail airbags by routing a rope or tiedown through any door or window opening. If you do, the path of an inflating roof-rail airbag will be blocked.
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
This vehicle is equipped with airbags. See Airbag System 0 50. Airbags are designed to inflate if the impact exceeds the specific airbag system’s deployment threshold. Deployment thresholds are used to predict how severe a

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

In addition, the vehicle has advanced technology frontal airbags. Advanced technology frontal airbags adjust the restraint according to crash severity.
Knee airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal impacts. Knee airbags are not designed to inflate during vehicle rollovers, in rear impacts, or in many side impacts.
Seat-mounted side impact airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes depending on the location of the impact. These airbags may also inflate in some moderate to severe frontal impacts. Seat-mounted side impact airbags are not designed to inflate in rollovers or rear impacts. A seat- mounted side impact airbag is designed to inflate on the side of the vehicle that is struck.
Roof-rail airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes depending on the location of the impact. In addition, these roof-rail airbags may inflate during a rollover or in a severe frontal impact. Roof-rail airbags are not designed to inflate in rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags may inflate when either side of

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the vehicle is struck or if the sensing system predicts that the vehicle is about to roll over on its side, or in a severe frontal impact. In any particular crash, no one can say whether an airbag should have inflated simply because of the vehicle damage or repair costs.
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
In a deployment event, the sensing system sends an electrical signal triggering a release of gas from the inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the airbag causing the bag to break out of the cover. The inflator, the airbag, and related hardware are all part of the airbag module.
For airbag locations, see Where Are the Airbags? 0 51.
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
In moderate to severe frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle.
Airbags supplement the protection provided by seat belts by distributing the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant’s body.

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Rollover capable roof-rail airbags are designed to help contain the head and chest of occupants in the outboard seating positions in the first and second rows. The rollover capable roof-rail airbags are designed to help reduce the risk of full or partial ejection in rollover events, although no system can prevent all such ejections.
But airbags would not help in many types of collisions, primarily because the occupant’s motion is not toward those airbags. See When Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 52.
Airbags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to seat belts.
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?
After frontal, knee, and seat-mounted side impact airbags inflate, they quickly deflate, so quickly that some people may not even realize the airbags inflated. Roof-rail airbags may still be at least partially inflated for some time after they inflate. Some components of the airbag module may be hot for several minutes. For location of the airbags, see Where Are the Airbags? 0 51.

The parts of the airbag that come into contact with you may be warm, but not too hot to touch. There may be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deflated airbags. Airbag inflation does not prevent people from leaving the vehicle.
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When an airbag inflates, there may be dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or a door. If you experience breathing problems following an airbag deployment, you should seek medical attention.
The vehicle has a feature that may automatically unlock the doors, turn on the interior lamps and hazard warning flashers after the airbags inflate. The feature may also activate, without airbag inflation, after an event

that exceeds a predetermined threshold. After turning the vehicle off and then on again, the doors can be locked, the interior lamps can be turned off, and the hazard warning flashers can be turned off using the controls for those features. If any of these systems are damaged in the crash they may not operate as normal.
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A crash severe enough to inflate the airbags may have also damaged important functions in the vehicle, such as the brake and steering systems, etc. Even if the vehicle appears to be drivable after a moderate crash, there may be concealed damage that could make it difficult to safely operate the vehicle, leading to serious injury or death.
Use caution if attempting to restart the vehicle after a crash has occurred.
Plug-in vehicles have a high voltage battery and a standard 12-volt battery.
If an airbag inflates or the vehicle has been in a crash, the sensing system may shut down the high voltage system. When this occurs, the high

voltage battery is disconnected and the vehicle will not start. Before the vehicle can be operated again, it must be serviced.
In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the front outboard passenger airbag.
· Airbags are designed to inflate only once. After an airbag inflates, you will need some new parts for the airbag system. If you do not get them, the airbag system will not be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts. The service manual for the vehicle covers the need to replace other parts.
· The vehicle has a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information after a crash. See Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 0 323 and Event Data Recorders 0 324.
· Let only qualified technicians work on the airbag system. Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work properly. See your dealer for service.

Passenger Sensing System
The vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the front outboard passenger position. The passenger airbag status indicator will light on the overhead console when the vehicle is started.
The words ON and OFF, and the symbols for on and off, will be visible during the system check. When the system check is complete, either the word ON or OFF, and the symbol for on or off, will be visible. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 93. The passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag under certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the front outboard passenger seat and seat belt. The sensors are

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designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag should be allowed to inflate or not.
According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the correct child restraint for their weight and size.
Whenever possible, children aged 12 and under should be secured in a rear seating position.
Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front. This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great if the airbag inflates.

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A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger frontal airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear- facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. A child in a forward-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger frontal airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position.
Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger airbag(s), no system is fail-safe. No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance, even though the airbag(s) are off.
Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the front seat, even if the airbag is off. If securing a forward-facing child restraint in the front outboard passenger seat, always move the seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure child restraints in the rear seat. Consider using another vehicle to transport the child when a rear seat is not available.

The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag if:
· The front outboard passenger seat is unoccupied.
· The system determines an infant is present in a child restraint.
· A front outboard passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time.
When the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag, the OFF indicator will light and stay lit as a reminder that the airbags are off. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 93.
The passenger sensing system is designed to turn on the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag any time the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the front outboard passenger seat.
When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbags to be enabled, the ON indicator will light and stay lit as a reminder that the airbags are active.
For some children, including children in child restraints, and for very small adults, the passenger sensing system may or may not turn

off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag, depending upon the person’s seating posture and body build. Everyone in the vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear a seat belt properly –whether or not there is an airbag for that person.
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If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. To help avoid serious injury or death from an airbag that doesn’t work properly, have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 92 for more information, including important safety information.
If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint
The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag, if the system determines that an infant is present in a child restraint. If a child restraint has been installed and the ON indicator is lit:
1. Turn the vehicle off.

2. Remove the child restraint from the vehicle.
3. Remove any additional items from the seat such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers.
4. Reinstall the child restraint following the directions provided by the child restraint manufacturer and refer to Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in a Rear Outside Seat Position) 0 73 or Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat) 0 75.
Make sure the seat belt retractor is locked by pulling the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor when installing the child restraint, even if the child restraint is equipped with a seat belt lock off. When the retractor lock is set, the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor.
5. If, after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle, the ON indicator is still lit, turn the vehicle off. Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjust the

seat cushion, if adjustable, to make sure that the vehicle seatback is not pushing the child restraint into the seat cushion.
Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint. If this happens, adjust the head restraint. See Head Restraints 0 33.
6. Restart the vehicle.
The passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the airbags for a child in a child restraint depending upon the child’s size. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the front seat, even if the ON indicator is not lit.

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If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an Adult-Sized Occupant
If a person of adult size is sitting in the front outboard passenger seat, but the OFF indicator is lit, it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat or that the child restraint locking feature is engaged. Use the following steps to allow the system to detect that person and enable the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag:
1. Turn the vehicle off. 2. Remove any additional material from the
seat, such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers.

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3. Place the seatback in the fully upright position.
4. Have the person sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, with legs comfortably extended.
5. If the shoulder portion of the belt is pulled out all the way, the child restraint locking feature will be engaged. This may unintentionally cause the passenger sensing system to turn the airbag off for some adult-sized occupants. If this happens, unbuckle the belt, let the belt go back all the way, and then buckle the belt again without pulling the belt out all the way.
6. Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for twoto three minutes after the ON indicator is lit.

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If the front outboard passenger airbag is turned off for an adult-sized occupant, the airbag will not be able to inflate and help protect that person in a crash, resulting in an increased risk of serious injury or even death. An adult-sized occupant should not ride in the front outboard passenger seat if the passenger airbag OFF indicator is lit.
Additional Factors Affecting System Operation
Seat belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking, which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger airbag status. See “Seat Belts” and “Child Restraints” in the Index for additional information about the importance of proper restraint use.
A thick layer of additional material, such as a blanket or cushion, or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers, seat heaters, and seat massagers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates. We recommend that you do not use seat covers or other aftermarket

equipment except when approved by Acura for your specific vehicle. See Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 59 for more information about modifications that can affect how the system operates. The ON indicator may be lit if an object, such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic device, is put on an unoccupied seat. If this is not desired, remove the object from the seat.
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Stowing articles under the passenger seat or between the passenger seat cushion and seatback may interfere with the proper operation of the passenger sensing system.
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Airbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the airbag system in several places around the vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about

servicing the vehicle and the airbag system. To purchase a service manual, see Publication Ordering Information 0 322.
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For up to 10seconds after the vehicle is turned off and the battery is disconnected, an airbag can still inflate during improper service. You can be injured if you are close to an airbag when it inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. They are probably part of the airbag system. Be sure to follow proper service procedures, and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so.
Adding Equipment to the AirbagEquipped Vehicle
Adding accessories that change the vehicle’s frame, bumper system, height, front end, or side sheet metal may keep the airbag system from working properly.

The operation of the airbag system can also be affected by changing, including improperly repairing or replacing, any parts of the following:
· Airbag system, including airbag modules, front or side impact sensors, sensing and diagnostic module, or airbag wiring
· Front seats, including stitching, seams, or zippers
· Seat belts
· Steering wheel, instrument panel, overhead console, ceiling trim, or pillar garnish trim
· Inner door seals, including speakers
Your dealer and the service manual have information about the location of the airbag modules and sensors, sensing and diagnostic module, and airbag wiring along with the proper replacement procedures.
In addition, the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the front outboard passenger position, which includes sensors that are part of the passenger seat. The passenger sensing system may not operate properly if the original seat trim is replaced with non-Acura covers, upholstery, or trim; or with Acura covers, upholstery, or trim designed for a different

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vehicle. Any object, such as an aftermarket seat heater or a comfort-enhancing pad or device, installed under or on top of the seat fabric, could also interfere with the operation of the passenger sensing system. This could either prevent proper deployment of the passenger airbag(s) or prevent the passenger sensing system from properly turning off the passenger airbag(s). See Passenger Sensing System 0 55.
If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail airbags, see Different Size Tires and Wheels 0 291 for additional important information.
If the vehicle must be modified because you have a disability and have questions about whether the modifications will affect the vehicle’s airbag system, or if you have questions about whether the airbag system will be affected if the vehicle is modified for any other reason, call Customer Assistance. See Customer Service Information 0 320.
Airbag System Check
The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. Make sure the airbag readiness light is working. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 92.

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If an airbag covering is damaged, opened, or broken, the airbag may not work properly, leading to possible injury or death. Do not open or break the airbag coverings. If there are any opened or broken airbag coverings, have the airbag covering and/or airbag module replaced. For the location of the airbags, see Where Are the Airbags? 0 51. See your dealer for service.
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash
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A crash can damage the airbag systems in the vehicle. A damaged airbag system may not properly protect you and your passenger(s) in a crash, resulting in serious injury or even death. To help make sure the airbag systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible.

If an airbag inflates, you will need to replace airbag system parts. See your dealer for service. If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on when you are driving, the airbag system may not work properly. Have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 92.
Child Restraints
Older Children
Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle seat belts. Refer to How to Wear Seat Belts Properly 0 44.

The manufacturer instructions that come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap- shoulder belt until the child passes the fit test below:
· Sit all the way back on the seat. Do the knees bend at the seat edge? If yes, continue. If no, return to the booster seat.
· Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder? If yes, continue. If no, return to the booster seat.
· Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the hips, touching the thighs? If yes, continue. If no, return to the booster seat.
· Can proper seat belt fit be maintained for the length of the trip? If yes, continue. If no, return to the booster seat.
Q: What is the proper way to wear seat belts?
A: An older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs. This applies belt force to the child’s pelvic bones

in a crash. It should never be worn over the abdomen, which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in a rear seating position.
In a crash, children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up, or can be thrown out of the vehicle. Older children need to use seat belts properly.
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Never allow more than one child to wear the same seat belt. The seat belt cannot properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, they can be crushed together and seriously injured or killed. A seat belt must be used by only one person at a time.

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Never allow a child to wear the seat belt shoulder belt under both arms or behind their back. A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap- shoulder belt properly. In a crash, the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. The child could move too far forward, increasing the chance of head and neck injury. The child might also slide under the lap belt. The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest.

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Infants and Young Children
Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.

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Children can be seriously injured or killed if the shoulder belt is worn behind their back, under their legs, or wrapped around their neck. The shoulder belt can tighten but cannot be loosened if it is locked. The shoulder belt locks when it is pulled all the way out of the retractor. It unlocks when the shoulder belt is allowed to go all the way back into the retractor, but it cannot do this if it is wrapped around the child. Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to improperly wear, or play with, the seat belts.
Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints. Neither the vehicle seat belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people, or can be thrown out of the vehicle.

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Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle. Due to crash forces, an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash, and the infant could be seriously injured or killed. For example, in a crash at only 40 km/h(25mph), a 5.5 kg(12 lbs) infant will suddenly become a 110kg(240lbs) force on a person’s arms. An infant or child should be secured in an appropriate child restraint.

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Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the front outboard seat. Secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat. It is also better to secure a forward-facing child restraint in a rear seat. If you must secure a forward-facing child restraint in the front outboard seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go.

Child restraints are devices used to restrain, seat, or position children in the vehicle and are sometimes called child seats or car seats.
There are three basic types of child restraints:
· Forward-facing child restraints
· Rear-facing child restraints
· Belt-positioning booster seats
The proper child restraint for your child depends on their size, weight, and age, and also on whether the child restraint is compatible with the vehicle in which it will be used.
For each type of child restraint, there are many different models available. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle and is designed by a genuine child restraint manufacturer. If it is, the child restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards.
The instruction manual that is provided with the child restraint states the weight and height limitations for that particular child restraint. In addition, there are many kinds of child restraints available for children with special needs.

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To reduce the risk of neck and head injury in a crash, infants and toddlers should be secured in a rear-facing child restraint until age two, or until they reach the maximum height and weight limits of their child restraint.
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A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle seat belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child’s abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure. This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash, young children should always be secured in an appropriate child restraint.

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Rear-Facing Infant Restraint A rear-facing child restraint provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint.

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Forward-Facing Child Restraint A forward-facing child restraint provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness.
Booster Seats

A belt-positioning booster seat is used for children who have outgrown their forwardfacing child restraint. Boosters are designed to improve the fit of the vehicle seat belt system until the child is large enough for the vehicle seat belts to fit properly without a booster seat. See the seat belt fit test in Older Children 0 60.
Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle
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A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle seat belt or LATCH system, following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual.
To help reduce the chance of injury, the child restraint must be secured in the vehicle. Child restraints must be secured in vehicle seats by the lap belt portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or by the LATCH system. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 66 for more information. Never use non- regulated

aftermarket anchors or attachments to secure a child restraint. Children can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle.
When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the following:
· Instruction labels provided on the child restraint
· Instruction manual provided with the child restraint
· This vehicle owner’s manual
The child restraint instructions are important, so if they are not available, obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer.
Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in the vehicle –even when no child is in it.
In some areas Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians (CPSTs) are available to inspect and demonstrate how to correctly use and install child restraints. In the U.S., refer to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website to locate the nearest child safety seat

inspection station. For CPST availability in Canada, check with Transport Canada or the Provincial Ministry of Transportation office.
Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint
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A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint. Secure the child properly following the instructions that came with that child restraint.
Where to Put the Restraint
According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in an appropriate child restraint secured in a rear seating position. Whenever possible, children aged 12 and under should be secured in a rear seating position. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the front. This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great if the airbag deploys.

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A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front passenger airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear- facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. A child in a forward-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position.
Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the front passenger frontal airbag, no system is fail-safe. No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance, even though it is turned off.
Secure rear-facing child restraints in a rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If you secure a forward-facing child restraint in the front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat.
See Passenger Sensing System 0 55 for additional information.

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When securing a child restraint with the seat belts in a rear seat position, study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle.
Child restraints and booster seats vary considerably in size, and some may fit in certain seating positions better than others. Do not install a child restraint in any rear seating position where it cannot be installed securely.
Depending on where you place the child restraint and the size of the child restraint, you may not be able to access adjacent seat belts or LATCH anchors for additional passengers or child restraints. Adjacent seating positions should not be used if the child restraint prevents access to or interferes with the routing of the seat belt.
Adjust the seat in front of a child restraint to ensure proper installation according to the child restraint manual. Move the front seat forward to avoid contact between the child restraint and the seat or any accessories mounted to the seat.
Wherever a child restraint is installed, be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint and secure the child restraint properly.

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Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in the vehicle — even when no child is in it.
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)
The LATCH system secures a child restraint during driving or in a crash. LATCH attachments on the child restraint are used to attach the child restraint to the anchors in the vehicle. This system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier.
In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, you need a child restraint that has LATCH attachments. LATCH-compatible rearfacing and forward-facing child seats can be properly installed using either the LATCH anchors or the vehicle’s seat belts. Do not use both the seat belts and the LATCH anchorage system to secure a rear-facing or forward-facing child restraint.
Booster seats use the vehicle’s seat belts to secure the child and the booster seat. If the manufacturer recommends that the booster

seat be secured with the LATCH system, this can be done as long as the booster seat can be positioned properly and there is no interference with the proper positioning of the lap-shoulder belt on the child.
Make sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint, and also the instructions in this manual.
When installing a child restraint with a top tether, you must also use either the lower anchors or the seat belts to properly secure the child restraint. A child restraint must never be attached using only the top tether.
For a forward-facing 5-pt harness child restraint where the combined weight of the child and restraint are up to 29.5kg(65lbs), use either the lower LATCH anchorages with the top tether anchorage, or the seat belt with the top tether anchorage. Where the combined weight of the child and restraint is greater than 29.5 kg(65lbs), use the seat belt with the top tether anchorage only.

Restraint Type
Rear-Facing Child Restraint Rear-Facing Child Restraint Forward-Facing Child Restraint Forward-Facing Child Restraint

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Recommended Methods for Attaching Child Restraints

Combined Weight of the Child + Child Restraint

Use Only Approved Attachment Methods Shown with an X

LATCH ­ Lower Anchors Seat Belt Only Only

LATCH ­ Lower Anchors Seat Belt and Top Tether and Top Tether Anchor Anchor

Up to 29.5 kg(65 lbs)

X

X

Greater than 29.5 kg (65 lbs)
Up to 29.5 kg(65 lbs)

X

X

X

Greater than

X

29.5 kg (65 lbs)

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See Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in a Rear Outside Seat Position) 0 73 or Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat) 0 75.
Child restraints built after March 2014 are labeled with the maximum child weight, with which the LATCH system can be used for installing the child restraint.
The following explains how to attach a child restraint with these attachments in the vehicle.
Not all vehicle seating positions have lower anchors. In this case, the seat belt must be used (with top tether where available) to secure the child restraint. See Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in a Rear Outside Seat Position) 0 73 or Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat) 0 75.

Lower Anchors
Lower anchors (1) are metal bars built into the vehicle. There are two lower anchors for each LATCH seating position that will accommodate a child restraint with lower attachments (2).

Top Tether Anchor
A top tether (3, 4) is used to secure the top of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle. The top tether attachment hook (2) on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in the event of a crash. The child restraint may have a single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Either will have a single attachment hook (2) to secure the top tether to the anchor.

Some child restraints with a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint.
Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations

To assist in locating the lower anchors, each second row anchor position has a label near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion.

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To assist in locating the top tether anchors, the top tether anchor symbol is near the top tether anchors.

Rear Seat } : Seating positions with top tether anchors. H : Seating positions with two lower anchors.

Top Tether Anchors
The top tether anchors for each rear seating position are on t

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