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Accessories and Optional Equipment: Description and Operation

INFORMATION AND ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM

NOTE: The smart junction box (SJB) is also known as the generic electronic module (GEM).

Audio Line-Up
The following audio systems are available:
- Base
- AM/FM/single CD
- 4 speakers

- Premium
- AM/FM/6-CD in-dash changer with MP3
- 4 speakers

- Audiophile
- AM/FM/6-CD in-dash changer with MP3
- 5 speakers (includes a subwoofer)

- Navigation
- AM/FM/6-CD in-dash changer with MP3
- Touch-screen navigation integral to the audio unit
- Microphone in the inside rearview mirror for voice-activation
- Available with premium or Audiophile sound system

In addition, the following options are available:

- DVD player
- Wireless headphones
- Audio/visual (A/V) ports for connecting a gaming system
- Allow single/dual-play

- Satellite audio
- Available as an option with all audio units
- Provides satellite-broadcast reception

- Steering wheel controls
- Available with premium and Audiophile sound systems
- For the navigation system, the steering wheel controls also contain a voice-activation switch

All vehicles have an audio unit jack, which can be used to connect a portable MP3 device to the vehicle. When connected, the audio files from the MP3 player can be broadcast through the vehicle speakers.

Antenna - Sedan
The antenna system consists of:
- Antenna grid (part of the rear window glass)
- Antenna module
- 2-piece antenna cable

The antenna receives AM and FM radio waves. The waves are sent to the audio unit through the antenna cable.

The antenna is located in the inside of the rear window glass and can be repaired, but not replaced separately from the glass.

The satellite antenna (if equipped) consists of a roof-mounted antenna capable of receiving digital satellite audio signals. A one-piece antenna cable connects the satellite antenna to the satellite radio receiver.

Antenna - Wagon
The antenna system consists of:
- Antenna mast
- Antenna base and cable
- Antenna lead-in cable

The antenna uses a 2-piece coaxial cable to connect the audio unit to the antenna base. The front antenna lead-in cable is connected to the audio unit and has an in-line connector at the RH cowl side.

If the vehicle is equipped with satellite audio, a combination AM/FM/satellite radio antenna is used. It is mounted on the roof.

Speakers
All vehicles are equipped with 4 door-mounted speakers. The optional subwoofer is mounted either on the parcel shelf (Sedan) or in the right rear quarter panel (Wagon).

DVD Player
The DVD video system consists of the following components:
- DVD player mounted on the headliner
- Wireless infrared headphones
- Wireless remote control

Navigation System
The vehicle navigation system audibly and visually guides the user to a selected destination. The system uses a global positioning system (GPS) antenna, a vehicle speed input, and other sensor information to accurately establish the vehicle position. The audio unit provides the visual and audible instructions of the maneuvers required to arrive at the pre-entered destination.

The voice recognition system allows the user to interface with the system without using the touch screen. A microphone located in the interior rearview mirror provides a direct input to the audio unit.