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Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
Starting Procedures.....................214
▫Automatic Transmission................215
▫Keyless Go..........................216
▫Normal Starting......................217
▫Extremely Cold Weather
(Below20°F Or29°C)................217
▫If Engine Fails To Start.................218
▫After Starting........................219
Engine Block Heater — If Equipped.........219Automatic Transmission..................220
▫General Information...................220
▫Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . . 222
▫5-Speed Automatic Transmission..........223
AutoStick...........................228
▫AutoStickOperation..................228
▫AutoStickGeneral Information...........229
Driving On Slippery Surfaces..............229
▫Acceleration.........................229
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▫Traction............................230
Driving Through Water..................230
▫Flowing/Rising Water..................230
Parking Brake.........................232
Brake System..........................234
▫Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............235
Power Steering........................237
Electronic Brake Control System............238
▫ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............238
▫TCS (Traction Control System)............239
▫BAS (Brake Assist System)...............239
▫ESP (Electronic Stability Program).........240
▫Synchronizing ESP....................244▫ESP/BAS Malfunction Indicator Light And
ESP/TCS Indicator Light................244
Tire Safety Information...................245
▫Tire Markings........................245
▫Tire Loading And Tire Pressure...........250
Tires — General Information...............254
▫Tire Pressure.........................254
▫Tire Inflation Pressures.................255
▫Radial Ply Tires......................257
▫Tire Spinning........................258
▫Tread Wear Indicators..................258
▫Life Of Tire.........................259
▫Replacement Tires.....................260
▫Alignment And Balance.................261
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Tire Chains...........................261
Snow Tires...........................262
Tire Rotation Recommendations............262
▫Tire Rotation — Standard Tires............263
▫Tire Rotation — Optional Tires............263
Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)........264
▫Premium System......................266
▫General Information...................269
Fuel Requirements......................270
▫6.1L Engine.........................270
▫Reformulated Gasoline.................270
▫Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends..............271
▫MMT In Gasoline.....................271
▫Materials Added To Fuel................272▫Fuel System Cautions..................272
▫Carbon Monoxide Warnings..............273
Adding Fuel..........................274
▫Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)...............274
▫Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message............275
Vehicle Loading........................276
▫Vehicle Certification Label...............276
▫Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).......276
▫Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).........276
▫Overloading.........................277
▫Loading............................277
Trailer Towing.........................278
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) . . 278
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the
inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if
present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat
belts.WARNING!
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving
unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the key in
the ignition. A child could operate power win-
dows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
•Do not leave animals or children inside parked
vehicles in hot weather; interior heat buildup may
cause serious injury or death.
•Be sure to turn OFF the engine and remove the key
from the ignition switch if you want to rest or
sleep in your car. Accidents can be caused by
inadvertently moving the shift lever. Accidents
can also be caused by pressing the accelerator
pedal. This may cause excessive heat in the ex-
haust system, resulting in overheating and vehicle
fire, which may cause serious or fatal injuries.
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Automatic Transmission
The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK
position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes
before shifting into any driving gear.CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-
ing precautions are not observed:
•Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to
a complete stop.
•Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the
vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine
is at idle speed.
•Do not shift from REVERSE, PARK, or NEUTRAL
into any forward gear when the engine is above
idle speed.
•Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot
is firmly on the brake pedal.
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Keyless Go
This function allows the driver to
operate the ignition switch with
the push of a button, as long as the
ENGINE START/STOP button is
installed and the Keyless Go igni-
tion key (FOBIK) is in the passen-
ger compartment.
Installing And Removing The Engine Start/Stop
Button
1. Remove the ignition key (FOBIK).
2. Insert the ENGINE START/STOP button into the
ignition switch.
NOTE:The ENGINE START/STOP button can be re-
moved from the ignition switch (WIN) for regular igni-
tion key (FOBIK) use.Keyless Go Functions — With Driver’s Foot Off The
Brake Pedal (In PARK Position)
•Press the ENGINE START/STOP buttononceto acti-
vate the radio, wipers, and windows.
•Press the ENGINE START/STOP buttontwiceto
activate the heating/air conditioning (HVAC) controls,
and the instrument cluster.
•Press the ENGINE START/STOP buttonthree timesto
turn off the ignition switch.
Keyless Go Functions - With Driver’s Foot On The
Brake Pedal (PARK or NEUTRAL Gear Position Only)
•Press the ENGINE START/STOP buttononceto oper-
ate all of the accessories.
•Press the ENGINE START/STOP buttontwiceto start
the engine.
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