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Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 12
Warning lights and chimes 12
Gauges 18
Message center 20
Entertainment Systems 30
AM/FM stereo with CDX6/MP3 30
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 36
USB port 38
Rear seat controls 39
Satellite radio information 44
Navigation system 47
SYNC47
Climate Controls 48
Dual automatic temperature control 48
Rear window defroster 54
Lights 55
Headlamps 55
Turn signal control 58
Bulb replacement 60
Driver Controls 65
Windshield wiper/washer control 65
Steering wheel adjustment 67
Power windows 73
Mirrors 75
Speed control 80
Moon roof 83
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Locks and Security 97
Keys 97
Locks 103
Anti-theft system 114
Seating and Safety Restraints 120
Seating 120
Safety restraints 138
Airbags 152
Child restraints 162
Tires, Wheels and Loading 181
Tire information 183
Tire inflation 186
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 198
Vehicle loading 202
Trailer towing 210
Recreational towing 216
Driving 217
Starting 217
Brakes 223
AdvanceTrac226
Air suspension 232
Transmission operation 235
Forward and reverse sensing system 238
Rear-view camera system 241
Roadside Emergencies 253
Getting roadside assistance 253
Hazard flasher control 254
Fuel pump shut-off switch 255
Fuses and relays 256
Changing tires 264
Wheel lug nut torque 272
Jump starting 274
Wrecker towing 277
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Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils since
these additives may prevent piston ring seating. SeeEngine oilin the
Maintenance and Specificationschapter for more information on oil
usage.
SPECIAL NOTICES
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by
your vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to theWarranty
Guidethat is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide.
Special instructions
For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic
controls.
WARNING:Please read the sectionAirbag Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS)in theSeating and Safety Restraints
chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could
result in personal injury.
WARNING:Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats
shouldNEVERbe placed in front of an active passenger airbag.
Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles
WARNING:Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover
rate than other types of vehicles.
Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Guide carefully.
Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type,
failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover, personal injury or death.
Using your vehicle with a snowplow
Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing.
Your vehicle is not equipped with a snowplowing package.
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These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Safety Alert
See Owner’s Guide
Fasten Safety BeltAirbag - Front
Airbag - SideChild Seat Lower
Anchor
Child Seat Tether
AnchorBrake System
Anti-Lock Brake SystemParking Brake System
Brake Fluid -
Non-Petroleum BasedParking Aid System
Stability Control SystemSpeed Control
Master Lighting SwitchHazard Warning Flasher
Fog Lamps-FrontFuse Compartment
Fuel Pump ResetWindshield Wash/Wipe
Windshield
Defrost/DemistRear Window
Defrost/Demist
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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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POWER LIFTGATE
This feature allows users to open/close the rear liftgate at the touch of a
button.
Press the RESET button to turn the power liftgate on or off. If disabled,
the outside release handle and the rear cargo area control button are off.
The instrument panel button will continue to function the liftgate in
power mode.
EASY ENTRY
This feature automatically moves the driver’s seat backwards for easy
exit/entry from the vehicle.
Press the RESET button to turn the easy entry/exit seat on or off.
AIR SUSPENSION
Before disabling the air suspension, make sure the liftgate and liftgate
glass are in the closed position.
With the vehicle in P (Park), press RESET to turn the air suspension off
or on.
REAR PARK AID
This feature sounds a warning tone to warn the driver of obstacles near
the rear bumper, and functions only when R (Reverse) gear is selected.
To disable/enable rear park aid, press RESET when reaching this menu
from the setup sequence or put the vehicle in R (Reverse) and press
RESET.
FRONT PARK AID
This feature sounds a warning tone to warn the driver of obstacles near
the front bumper.
To disable/enable front park aid, press RESET when reaching this menu
from the setup sequence or put the vehicle in D (DRIVE) and press
RESET.
TRAILER SWAY (if equipped)
This feature uses the electronic stability control to mitigate trailer sway,
Press the RESET button to turn trailer sway on or off.
CREATE MYKEY / CLEAR MYKEY / MYKEY SETUP
For more information refer toMyKey™in theLocks and Security
chapter.
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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 when the engine is running. 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, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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.
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, contact your authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
LOW TIRE PRESSURE— Displayed when one or more tires on your
vehicle have low tire pressure. Refer toInflating your tiresin theTires,
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, contact your authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
AIR SUSPENSION OFF (if equipped)— Displayed when the air
suspension is off. For more information, refer toAir suspension system
in theDrivingchapter.
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.
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 Specificationschapter.
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Treble:Press/to adjust the treble setting. Press OK to close and
return to the main menu.
Balance:Press
/to adjust the audio between the right and left
speakers. Press OK to close and return to the main menu.
Fade:Press
/to adjust the audio between the front and rear
speakers. Press OK to close and return to the main menu.
Speed sensitive volume:Radio volume automatically changes slightly
with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Use
/
to adjust. Recommended level is 1–3. Level 7 is the maximum setting.
Press OK to close and return to the main menu.
Occupancy mode:Use
/to select and optimize sound for ALL
SEATS, DRIVERS SEAT or FRONT SEATS. Press OK to close and return
to the main menu.
Compression:Available in CD mode, this feature brings soft and loud
CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. Press MENU
until compression status is displayed. Press
/to turn the feature
on/off. Press OK to close and return to the main menu.
FES options (if equipped):Some FES options will also be available
when scrolling through the menu. SeeFamily entertainment DVD
systemin theEntertainment systemschapter for more information.
5.
/Select:These controls
are used in Menu mode to select
various settings/options.
6.
Play/Pause/OK: In CD/MP3
and USB mode only,press to
pause the playing media. Press again
to return to the playing media.
OK:Use in various menu selections.
7.SEEK
:In radio or CD/MP3
mode,press to access the next
strong station or track.
In satellite radio mode,press SEEK
to seek to the next channel.
Press and hold SEEK
to fast seek through the next channels.
In CATEGORY MODE,press
/to select a category.
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