Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor,
torn webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt
or retractor condition, replace the belt.
Airbag Warning Light
The light should come on and remain on for six to eight
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the light is not lit during starting, see your
authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes
on while driving, have the system checked by an autho-
rized dealer.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield. See your
authorized dealer for service if your defroster is
inoperable.
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread. Inspect the tread and sidewall for
cuts and cracks. Check the wheel nuts for tightness.
Check the tires (including spare) for proper pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)
The headlights on your vehicle will illuminate when the
engine is started and the transmission is not in PARK.
This provides a constant “Lights On” condition until the
ignition is turned OFF or the transmission returned to
PARK. The lights illuminate at reduced intensity. If the
parking brake is applied the Daytime Running Lights
(DRLs) will turn off. If the headlights are activated, the
DRL feature will transition to the normal headlight
operating mode.
Lights-On Reminder
If the headlights, parking lights or courtesy lights are left
on after the ignition is turned OFF, a continuous fast
chime will sound when the driver’s door is opened.
Fog Lights — If Equipped
The fog lights are turned on by placing the headlight
rotary control in the parking light, headlight or Auto
position and pressing the fog light button.The fog lights will operate only when the parking lights
are on or when the vehicle headlights are on low beam.
An indicator light located in the instrument cluster will
illuminate when the fog lights are on. The fog lights will
Fog Light Switch
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
If a defective bulb or wiring circuit is detected for the
turn signal system, the arrow indicators will flash at a
faster rate.
You can signal a lane change by moving the multifunc-
tion lever partially up or down.
NOTE:If a turn signal has been left on for at least 1 mile
(1 km), a continuous chime will sound.
Turn Signal Auto-Mode
Tap the multifunction lever once and the turn signal (left
or right) will flash three times, and automatically turn off.
Flash-To-Pass
You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by
partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer-
ing wheel. This will momentarily turn on the high beams
until the multifunction lever is released.
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch
Pull the multifunction lever fully toward the steering
wheel to switch the headlights from high or low beam.
High Beam/Low Beam
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
5. High Beam Indicator
Indicates that headlights are on high beam.
6. Seat Belt Reminder Light
This light comes on for several seconds after the
ignition is turned ON as a reminder to “buckle
up.” This light will remain on as long as the seat
belt remains unbuckled. If this light flashes, it indicates a
fault in the seat belt system. Have the system checked by
an authorized dealer.
7. Engine Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine condi-
tion. As temperatures rise and the gauge ap-
proachesH(Hot), this indicator will illuminate
and a single chime will sound after reaching a set
threshold. Further overheating will cause the tempera-
ture gauge to passH(Hot), the indicator will continu-
ously flash and a continuous chime will occur until the
engine is allowed to cool.CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system could
damage your vehicle. If the temperature light is on,
safely pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle
in neutral with the air conditioner turned off until
the light turns off. If the light remains on, turn the
engine off immediately, and call for service.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or
others could be badly burned by steam or boiling
coolant. You may want to call a service center if your
vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the
hood yourself, see Section 7 of this manual. Follow
the warnings under the Cooling System Pressure Cap
paragraph.
204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Gauge.............................. 203
Octane Rating......................347,444
Requirements......................347,443
Tank Capacity........................ 443
Fuel, Flexible.............See Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Fuel System Caution..................... 357
Fuses........................186,426,429,432
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ........... 175
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)............355,357,398
Gas Gauge (Fuel Gauge)................... 203
Gasoline (Fuel)......................... 347
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 348
Gauges
Coolant Temperature................... 203
Fuel............................... 203
Odometer.........................206,208
Speedometer......................... 205
Tachometer.......................... 206Gear Ranges........................... 293
General Information.................18,115,347
Glass Cleaning.......................... 425
Gross Axle Weight Rating...............359,361
Gross Cargo Weight...................... 358
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating................ 361
GVWR............................... 358
Hands-Free Phone (uconnect)................ 86
Hazard
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or
Shallow Standing Water................. 304
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 378
Headlights............................ 435
Cleaning............................ 424
Delay.............................. 145
High Beam.......................... 150
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch........ 150
Lights On Reminder.................... 148
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Passing............................. 150
Replacing........................... 435
Heated Mirrors.......................... 85
Heated Seats........................... 124
Heater............................... 269
Heater, Engine Block..................... 291
High Beam Indicator..................... 204
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 150
Hitches
Trailer Towing........................ 363
HomeLink(Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 175
Hood Release.......................... 141
Ignition............................... 12
Key ................................ 12
Ignition Key Removal..................... 12
Illuminated Entry........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key)................... 15
Infant Restraint........................62,63Inflation Pressure Tires.................... 337
Information Center...................... 167
Information Center, Vehicle................. 167
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 82
Instrument Cluster....................... 203
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 201
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 425
Integrated Power Module (Fuses)............ 432
Interior Appearance Care.................. 423
Interior Fuses.......................... 426
Interior Lighting........................ 146
Interior Lights.......................... 146
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 151
Introduction............................. 4
Inverter Outlet (115V)..................... 187
Jack Operation.......................379,381
Jacking Instructions...................... 383
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Key, Programming........................ 17
Key, Replacement........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 15
Keyless Entry System...................... 20
Keys................................. 12
Knee Bolster............................ 51
Lane Change and Turn Signals.........149,203,437
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 40
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren).............................. 65
Latches................................ 75
Leaks, Fluid............................ 75
Life of Tires............................ 335
Liftgate................................ 35
Light Bulbs............................. 74
Lights..............................74,143
Airbag..........................60,74,214
Anti-Lock Warning..................... 205Back-Up............................ 437
Brake Warning........................ 210
Bulb Replacement...................434,435
Center Mounted Stop................... 441
Courtesy/Reading..................... 165
Cruise.............................. 215
Daytime Running...................... 148
Dome.............................. 166
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Indicator......................... 211,316
Exterior.............................. 74
Fog ..........................148,208,442
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 378
High Beam.......................... 150
High Beam/Low Beam Select............. 150
Instrument Cluster..................... 203
Interior..........................146,165
License............................. 440
Lights On Reminder.................... 148
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