Average Fuel Economy
Press the information button until AVG ECONOMY
displays. This mode shows the approximate
average miles per gallon (mpg) or liters per
100 kilometers (L/100 km). This number is
calculated based on the number of mpg (L/100 km)
recorded since the last time this menu item was
reset. To reset AVG ECONOMY, press and hold
the set/reset button. The display will return to zero.
Battery
Press the information button until BATTERY
displays. This mode shows the current battery
voltage.
Your vehicle’s charging system regulates voltage
based on the state of the battery. The battery
voltage may uctuate when viewing this
information on the DIC. This is normal.
If there is a problem with the battery charging
system, a DIC message will display. See
DIC Warnings and Messages on page 241for
more information.
Oil Life
Press the information button until OIL LIFE
displays. This mode shows an estimate of the oil’s
remaining useful life. If you see OIL LIFE 99%
on the display, that means 99% of the current oil
life remains. The engine oil life system will
alert you to change your oil on a schedule
consistent with your driving conditions.
When the remaining oil life is low, the CHANGE
OIL SOON message will appear on the display.
You should change your oil as soon as possible.
SeeEngine Oil on page 423. In addition to the
engine oil life system monitoring the oil life,
additional maintenance is recommended in the
Maintenance Schedule in this manual. See
Scheduled Maintenance on page 522for more
information.
Remember, you must reset the OIL LIFE yourself
after each oil change. It will not reset itself.
Also, be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE
accidentally at any time other than when the oil
has just been changed. It cannot be reset
accurately until the next oil change. To reset the
engine oil life system, seeEngine Oil Life
System on page 426. The display will show 100%
when the system is reset.
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BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE
This message displays when the system detects
that the battery voltage is dropping beyond a
reasonable level. The battery saver system starts
reducing certain features of the vehicle that
you may be able to notice. At the point that the
features are disabled, this message is displayed.
It means that the vehicle is trying to save the
charge in the battery.
Turn off all unnecessary accessories to allow the
battery to recharge.
The normal battery voltage range is 11.5 to
15.5 volts. You can monitor the battery voltage by
pressing the information button until BATTERY
displays.
CHANGE OIL SOON
This message displays when service is required
for the vehicle. See your retailer. SeeEngine
Oil on page 423andScheduled Maintenance on
page 522for more information.
The CHANGE OIL SOON message is reset by
acknowledging the message. The OIL LIFE screen
under the gages menu on the DIC must also be
reset. See “Oil Life” underDIC Operation and
Displays on page 235andEngine Oil Life System
on page 426.
This message displays while the ignition is in RUN.
Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge this
message and to clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is
turned off. It also re-displays for two seconds if the
message has been acknowledged, but the
condition still exists when the engine is turned off.
If the condition still exists, the message re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
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CHARGING SYSTEM FAILURE
This message displays when there is a problem
with the generator and battery charging systems.
Driving with this problem could drain the battery.
Turn off all unnecessary accessories. Stop
and turn off the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do
so. Have the electrical system checked by your
retailer immediately.
This message displays and a chime sounds while
the ignition is in RUN. Press any of the DIC
buttons to acknowledge this message and to clear
it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is
turned off. It also re-displays for two seconds if the
message has been acknowledged, but the
condition still exists when the engine is turned off.
If the condition still exists, the message re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
CHECK GAS CAP
This message displays if the fuel cap is not on, or
is not fully tightened. Check the fuel cap to
ensure that it is on properly. SeeFilling the Tank
on page 417for more information.
This message displays and a chime sounds while
the ignition is in RUN. Press any of the DIC
buttons to acknowledge this message and to clear
it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is
turned off. It also re-displays for two seconds if the
message has been acknowledged, but the
condition still exists when the engine is turned off.
If the condition still exists, the message re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
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This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is
turned off. It also re-displays for two seconds if the
message has been acknowledged, but the
condition still exists when the engine is turned off.
If the condition still exists, the message re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
HOOD AJAR
If your vehicle has the remote start feature, this
message displays when the hood is not closed
properly. When this message appears, make sure
that the hood is closed completely. SeeHood
Release on page 421.
This message displays while the ignition is in RUN.
Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge this
message and to clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is
turned off. It also re-displays for two seconds if the
message has been acknowledged, but the
condition still exists when the engine is turned off.
If the condition still exists, the message re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
KEY FOB BATTERY LOW
This message displays when the battery in the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter needs to
be replaced. To replace the battery, see “Battery
Replacement” underRemote Keyless Entry
System Operation on page 107.
This message displays while the ignition is in RUN.
Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge this
message and to clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is
turned off. It also re-displays for two seconds if the
message has been acknowledged, but the
condition still exists when the engine is turned off.
If the condition still exists, the message re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
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This message displays only while the ignition is in
RUN. This message stays on until road conditions
change and StabiliTrak
®is not active.
This message cannot be acknowledged and
cleared from the screen.
STABILITY CONTROL OFF
If your vehicle has StabiliTrak®, this message
displays any time the system turns off. When this
message has been displayed, StabiliTrak
®is
no longer available to assist you with directional
control of the vehicle. Adjust your driving
accordingly. SeeStabiliTrak
®System on page 367.
This message displays only while the ignition is
in RUN.
Any of the following conditions may cause the
StabiliTrak
®system to turn off:
The battery is low.
There is a StabiliTrak®system failure. See
your retailer for service.
STARTING DISABLED
This message displays if the starting of the engine
is disabled due to the electronic throttle control
system or vehicle theft-deterrent system.
Have your vehicle serviced by your retailer
immediately.
This message only appears while the ignition is in
RUN and will not disappear until the problem is
resolved.
This message cannot be acknowledged.
TRACTION CONTROL ACTIVE
If your vehicle has the Traction Control System
(TCS), this message displays when the system is
on. Slippery road conditions may exist if this
message is displayed, so adjust your driving
accordingly. SeeTraction Control System (TCS)
on page 365for more information.
This message only displays while the ignition is in
RUN and will not disappear until driving conditions
change and the TCS is no longer active.
This message cannot be acknowledged or cleared
from the screen.
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TRACTION CONTROL OFF
If your vehicle has the Traction Control System
(TCS), this message displays when the TCS turns
off. SeeTraction Control System (TCS) on
page 365for more information.
This message only displays while the ignition is in
RUN and disappears after two seconds.
Any of the following conditions may cause the
TCS to turn off:
The TCS is turned off by pressing the traction
control button located on the center of the
instrument panel. SeeTraction Control System
(TCS) on page 365.
The battery is low.
There is a TCS failure. See your retailer for
service.
TRANSMISSION FLUID HOT
This message displays when the transaxle uid in
your vehicle is too hot. Stop the vehicle and
allow it to idle until it cools down. If the warning
message continues to display, have the vehicle
serviced by your retailer as soon as possible.This message displays and a chime sounds only
while the ignition is in RUN. Press any of the
DIC buttons to acknowledge this message and to
clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is
turned off. It also re-displays for two seconds if the
message has been acknowledged, but the
condition still exists when the engine is turned off.
If the condition still exists, the message re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
TURN SIGNAL ON
This message displays as a reminder to turn off
the turn signal if you drive your vehicle for
more than about 0.75 mile (1.2 km) with a turn
signal on. SeeTurn Signal/Multifunction Lever on
page 183.
This message displays and a chime sounds only
when the ignition is in RUN. This message
clears from the DIC if the turn signal is manually
turned off, a turn is completed, or the message
is acknowledged.
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Entering the Personal Program Menu
1. Turn the ignition on and place the vehicle
in PARK (P).
To avoid excessive drain on the battery, it is
recommended that the headlamps are
turned off.
2. Press the menu button until PERSONAL
PROGRAM displays.
If the vehicle is not in PARK (P), PERSONAL
PROGRAM ONLY IN PARK will display.
If the vehicle is not able to enter the personal
program menu, PERSONAL PROGRAM
NOT AVAILABLE will display.
3. Press the set/reset button to begin.
4. The DIC will then display an instruction
screen.
Press the menu button to display the modes
that are available to program.
Press the set/reset button to change the
setting of each mode.
Customization Menu Items
The following are customization features that allow
you to program settings to the vehicle:
FACTORY DEFAULTS
This feature allows you to set all of the
customization and personalization features back to
their factory default settings.
Press the menu button until FACTORY
DEFAULTS appears on the DIC display. Press the
set/reset button to scroll through the following
choices:
NO (default):The customization and
personalization features will not be set to their
factory default settings.
YES:The customization and personalization
features will be set to their factory default settings.
If YES is selected, the keys will need to be
personalized again to be recognized as key 1 or 2.
See “PERSONALIZE KEY” later in this section
for more information.
Choose one of the available settings and press
the menu button while it is displayed on the DIC to
select it and move on to the next feature.
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Parental Control
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(Parental Control):This button is located
behind the video screen, below the auxiliary jacks.
Press this button while using RSA, or when a
DVD or CD is playing to blank the video screen
and to mute the audio. The power indicator
lights on the DVD player will ash. Turning on the
parental control will also disable all other button
operations from the remote control and the
DVD player, except for the eject button. Press this
button again to restore operation of the RSA,
DVD player, and remote control.
This button may also be used to turn the DVD
player power on and automatically resume play if
the vehicle is on and a disc is in the player. If
no disc is in the player, the system will power up
in auxiliary mode.
Before You Drive
The RSE is designed for rear seat passengers only.
The driver cannot safely view the video screen
while driving and should not try to do so. The RSE
system will play DVD, CD, and MP3 discs. You can
also connect an auxiliary device to the RSE system
to play games, watch videos, look at pictures, etc.Normal operation may be limited under extremely
low or high temperatures, in order to protect
the system from damage. Operate the RSE system
under normal or comfortable cabin temperature
ranges.
Headphones
Wireless Headphones
The RSE system may include two sets of wireless
headphones (batteries are included).
The wireless headphones have an ON/OFF
switch, a channel select switch, and a volume
control. To use the headphones, turn the switch to
ON. An indicator light on the headphones will
illuminate. If the light does not illuminate,
the batteries may need to be replaced. See
“Battery Replacement” later in this section for more
information. Switch the headphones to OFF
when not in use.
The headphones will shut off automatically to save
the battery power if the RSE system is shut off
or if the headphones are out of range of the
transmitters for more than three minutes. The
transmitters are located next to the DVD faceplate.
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