Locks and Security 131
Keys 131
Locks 133
Anti-theft system 146
Seating and Safety Restraints 152
Seating 152
Safety restraints 171
Airbags 184
Child restraints 194
Tires, Wheels and Loading 212
Tire information 214
Tire inflation 217
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 229
Vehicle loading 235
Trailer towing 241
Recreational towing 249
Driving 250
Starting 250
Brakes 256
Traction Control™/AdvanceTrac259
Air suspension 264
Transmission operation 266
Forward and reverse sensing system 270
Reverse camera 273
Roadside Emergencies 285
Getting roadside assistance 285
Hazard flasher switch 286
Fuel pump shut-off switch 287
Fuses and relays 288
Changing tires 295
Wheel lug nut torque 304
Jump starting 305
Wrecker towing 312
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Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Power Windows
Front/Rear
Power Window Lockout
Child Safety Door
Lock/UnlockInterior Luggage
Compartment Release
Panic AlarmEngine Oil
Engine CoolantEngine Coolant
Temperature
Do Not Open When HotBattery
Avoid Smoking, Flames,
or SparksBattery Acid
Explosive GasFan Warning
Power Steering FluidMaintain Correct Fluid
LevelMAX
MIN
Service Engine SoonEngine Air Filter
Passenger Compartment
Air FilterJack
Check Fuel CapLow Tire Pressure
Warning
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Low tire pressure warning:
Illuminates when your tire pressure
is low. If the light remains on at
start up or while driving, the tire
pressure should be checked. Refer
toInflating your tiresin theTires, Wheels and Loadingchapter. When
the ignition is first turned to on, the light will illuminate for three
seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does not turn on or
begins to flash, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. For
more information on this system, refer toTire pressure monitoring
system (TPMS)in theTires, Wheels and Loadingchapter.
Low fuel (RTT) (if equipped):
Displays when the fuel level in the
fuel tank is at or near empty (refer
toFuel gaugein this chapter).
Low washer fluid (RTT)
(if equipped):Displays when the
windshield washer fluid is low.
Transmission Tow/Haul Feature
(RTT):Illuminates when the
Tow/Haul feature has been
activated. Refer to theDriving
chapter for transmission function
and operation. If the light flashes
steadily, have the system serviced immediately, damage to the
transmission could occur.
AdvanceTrac(if equipped):
Displays when the AdvanceTrac
with RSCsystem is active. If the
light remains on, have the system
serviced immediately by your
authorized dealer.
Speed control:Illuminates when
the speed control is activated. Turns
off when the speed control system
is deactivated.
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Enable/disable:
To enable/disable the power running board feature, refer to theMessage
centerin this chapter.
•When this feature is disabled
the stowed position regardless of the position of the doors.
•When this feature is enabled
back to the correct positions based off of the door positions.
Bounce-back:
•If an object is in the way of the moving running board, the running
board will automatically bounce back in the reverse direction and
move to the end of travel.
Note:The running boards may operate slower in cooler temperatures. In
adverse conditions, debris such as mud, dirt, and salt may become
trapped in the running board mechanism, possibly leading to unwanted
noise. If this occurs, manually set the running boards to the deployed
position
hinge arms) with a high-pressure car wash wand.
Note:Do not use the running boards, front and rear hinge assemblies,
running board motors, or the running board under body mounts to lift
the vehicle when jacking. Please utilize proper jacking points. Refer to
Changing the tiresin theRoadside Emergencieschapter.
WARNING:In extreme climates, excessive ice buildup may
occur, causing the running boards not to deploy. Be sure that the
running boards have deployed, and have finished moving before
attempting to step on them. Note: The running boards will resume
normal function once the blockage is cleared.
WARNING:Turn off the running boards before jacking or
placing any object under the vehicle. Never place your hand
between the extended running board and the vehicle. A moving
running board may cause injury.
SPEED CONTROL
With speed control set, you can maintain a set speed without keeping
your foot on the accelerator pedal.
WARNING:Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on
roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved.
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In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center will
cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for four
seconds.
The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no
more warning messages. This allows you to use the full functionality of
the message center after you acknowledge the warning by pressing the
RESET control and clearing the warning message.
Warning messages that have been reset are divided into three categories:
•They cannot be cleared until the condition is corrected.
•They will reappear on the display 10 minutes from the reset.
•They will not reappear until an ignition off-on cycle has been
completed.
This acts as a reminder that these warning conditions still exist within
the vehicle.
Warning display Status
Driver door ajar Warning can be reset. Will return if
reset and warning is cleared and set
again within the same ignition cycle.
Will return on ignition cycle. Passenger door ajar
Rear left door ajar
Rear right door ajar
Liftgate/glass ajar
Check charging system
Check fuel fill inlet
Tire pressure sensor fault
Low tire pressure
Tire pressure monitor fault
4x4 shift in progress (if
equipped)
Air suspension off
Brake fluid level low Warning can be reset. Will NOT return
if reset and warning is cleared and set
again within the same ignition cycle.
Will return on ignition cycle. Check park brake
Washer fluid level low
Oil change required
Oil life change soon
Check air suspension
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Warning display Status
Check brake system Warning can be reset. Will return after
10 minutes. If within the 10 minutes,
the condition is cleared and set again,
it will not return until the initial
10 minutes is up. Will return on
ignition cycle. XXX miles to E fuel level low
Park brake engaged Warning can be reset. Will return after
10 minutes. If within the 10 minutes,
the condition is cleared and set again,
it will return immediately. Will return
on ignition cycle.
Press reset to clear This can be reset, it will remain on
the display for four seconds.
DRIVER DOOR AJAR— Displayed when the driver door is not
completely closed.
PASSENGER DOOR AJAR— Displayed when the passenger door is
not completely closed.
REAR LEFT DOOR AJAR— Displayed when the rear left door is not
completely closed.
REAR RIGHT DOOR AJAR— Displayed when the rear right door is
not completely closed.
LIFTGATE / GLASS AJAR— Displayed when the liftgate or liftgate
glass is not completely closed.
CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM— Displayed when the electrical system
is not maintaining proper voltage. If you are operating electrical
accessories when the engine is idling at a low speed, turn off as many of
the electrical loads as soon as possible. If the warning stays on or comes
on when the engine is operating at normal speeds, have the electrical
system checked as soon as possible.
LOW TIRE PRESSURE— Displayed when one or more tires on your
vehicle have low tire pressure. Refer toInflating Your Tiresin the
Tires, Wheels and Loadingchapter.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT— Displayed when the Tire
Pressure Monitoring System is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or
continues to come on, have the system inspected by your authorized
dealer.
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TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT— Displayed when a tire pressure
sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. For more
information on how the system operates under these conditions, refer to
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)in the
Tires, Wheels and Loadingchapter. If the warning stays on or
continues to come on, have the system inspected by your authorized
dealer.
4X4 SHIFT IN PROGRESS— Displayed on 4x4 vehicles only when
4x4 High or 4x4 Auto Range is selected. For further information, refer to
Control Trac four-wheel drive (4x4) operationin theDrivingchapter.
CHECK FUEL FILL INLET— Displayed when the fuel fill inlet may
not be properly closed. Refer toEasy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel systemin
theMaintenance and Specificationschapter.
XXX MILES TO E FUEL LEVEL LOW— Displayed as an early
reminder of a low fuel condition.
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW— Indicates the brake fluid level is low
and the brake system should be inspected immediately. Refer toBrake
fluidin theMaintenance and Specificationschapter.
CHECK PARK BRAKE— Displayed when the park brake is engaged. If
the warning stays on after the park brake is off, contact your authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
WASHER FLUID LEVEL LOW— Indicates the washer fluid reservoir
is less than one quarter full. Check the washer fluid level. Refer to
Windshield washer fluidin theMaintenance and Specifications
chapter.
AIR SUSPENSION OFF— Displayed when the air suspension is off.
For more information, refer toAir suspension systemin theDriving
chapter.
CHECK AIR SUSPENSION— Displayed when the air suspension
system is not operating properly. If this message is displayed while
driving, pull off the road as soon as safely possible. For more
information, refer toAir suspensionin theDrivingchapter.
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM— Displayed when the braking system is not
operating properly. If the warning stays on or continues to come on,
contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
PARK BRAKE ENGAGED— Displayed when the manual park brake is
set, the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph
(5 km). If the warning stays on after the park brake is released, contact
your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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TIRES
Tires are designed to give many thousands of miles of service, but they
must be maintained in order to get the maximum benefit from them.
Glossary of tire terminology
•Tire label:A label showing the OE (Original Equipment) tire sizes,
recommended inflation pressure and the maximum weight the vehicle
can carry.
•Tire Identification Number (TIN):A number on the sidewall of
each tire providing information about the tire brand and
manufacturing plant, tire size and date of manufacture. Also referred
to as DOT code.
•Inflation pressure:A measure of the amount of air in a tire.
•Standard load:A class of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a
maximum load at 35 psi [37 psi (2.5 bar) for Metric tires]. Increasing
the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire’s
load carrying capability.
•Extra load:A class of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a
heavier maximum load at 41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for Metric tires].
Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase
the tire’s load carrying capability.
•kPa:Kilopascal, a metric unit of air pressure.
•PSI:Pounds per square inch, a standard unit of air pressure.
•Cold inflation pressure:The tire pressure when the vehicle has
been stationary and out of direct sunlight for an hour or more and
prior to the vehicle being driven for 1 mile (1.6 km).
•Recommended inflation pressure:The cold inflation pressure found
on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label located on
the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door.
•B-pillar:The structural member at the side of the vehicle behind the
front door.
•Bead area of the tire:Area of the tire next to the rim.
•Sidewall of the tire:Area between the bead area and the tread.
•Tread area of the tire:Area of the perimeter of the tire that
contacts the road when mounted on the vehicle.
•Rim:The metal support (wheel) for a tire or a tire and tube assembly
upon which the tire beads are seated.
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