Information:The message
indicator illuminates to supplement
some messages. It will be red or
amber depending on the severity of
the message and will remain on until
the cause of the message has been
rectified.
Turn signal:Illuminates when the
left or right turn signal or the
hazard lights are turned on. If the
indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.
High beams:Illuminates when the
high beam headlamps are turned on.
Headlamps:Illuminates when the
low- beam headlamps are turned on.
Fog lamps (if equipped):
Illuminates when the front fog lamps
are turned on.
Key-in-ignition warning chime:Sounds when the key is left in the
ignition in the off or accessory position and the driver’s door is opened.
Headlamps on warning chime:Sounds when the headlamps or parking
lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the
driver’s door is opened.
Parking brake on chime:Sounds when the parking brake is left on and
the vehicle is driven. If the warning stays on after the park brake is off,
contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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Take your vehicle to a dealer for service if any of the above conditions of
unacceptable moisture are present.
Using the right bulbs
Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs
must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America to ensure
lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility. The
correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp
assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time.
Function Trade number
Headlamps high beam H1
Headlamp low beam H11LL
Turn lamp (front) W21W
Park/Side marker lamp (front) 168NA
Fog lamps (if equipped) H11 LL
Stop/tail lamp 3157K
Turn lamp 3757AK
Backup lamp 921
*License plate lamp LED
* High-mount brake lamp LED
* To replace these lamps - see your authorized dealer.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer
Replacing interior bulbs
Check the operation of all bulbs frequently.
Replacing exterior bulbs
Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.
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Replacing tail/brake and turn signal bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the off position and open the
trunk.
2. Remove the plastic cover from
inside the luggage compartment.
3. Remove the two nuts from the
lamp assembly
4. Gently pull the lamp assembly
away from the vehicle
5. Remove the turn signal bulb (1)
or the tail/brake bulb (2) by turning
the bulb socket counterclockwise.
Gently pull the bulb straight out of
the socket.
Install the new bulb in reverse
order.
Replacing fog lamp bulbs (if equipped)
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the off position.
2. Reach under the front fender and
remove the aeroshield. Then remove
the harness/bulb assembly from the
fog lamp by turning it
counterclockwise.
3. Disconnect the harness from the
bulb by pulling it straight out.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
1
2
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Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................314
running out of fuel .................356
Emission control system ..........361
End user license agreement ....107
Engine ................................372–373
cleaning ...................................329
coolant .....................................345
idle speed control ...................343
lubrication specifications .......369
refill capacities ........................369
service points ..................337–338
Engine block heater .................264
Engine fan .................................337
Engine oil ..................................340
checking and adding ..............340
dipstick ....................................340
filter, specifications ........342, 368
recommendations ...................342
refill capacities ........................369
specifications ..........................369
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................264
F
Fan, Engine Cooling .........335, 337
Fleet MyKey programming ......152
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....350
Floor mats .........................150–151
Fluid capacities .........................369
Fog lamps ..................................123
Fuel ............................................350
calculating fuel economy .......358
cap ...........................................353
capacity ...................................369
choosing the right fuel ...........354detergent in fuel .....................356
filler funnel .............................356
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................350, 353, 358
filter, specifications ........350, 368
fuel pump shut-off ..................297
improving fuel economy ........358
octane rating ...........355, 372–373
quality ......................................356
running out of fuel .................356
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................350
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................350, 354–355
Fuses ..................................298–299
G
Garage door opener ..................146
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............353
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................358
Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................297
Headlamps .................................122
aiming ......................................125
autolamp system .....................122
bulb specifications ..................129
daytime running lights ...........123
flash to pass ............................123
high beam ...............................123
replacing bulbs .......................130
turning on and off ..................122
Head restraints .........................173
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .............................115, 118
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Hill start assist ..........................277
Homelink wireless control
system ........................................146
Hood ..........................................336
I
Ignition .......................258, 372–373
Illuminated visor mirror ...........136
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................214
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................363
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................331
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .....................................124
Intelligent Access Key ..............152
Intelligent Access with push
button start ...............................163
J
Jack ............................................308
positioning ...............................308
storage .....................................308
Joining two calls
(multiparty/conference call) ......68
Jump-starting your vehicle ......314
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...................................158
Keys ...................................151, 169
positions of the ignition .........258L
Lamps
autolamp system .....................122
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................129
daytime running light .............123
fog lamps .................................123
headlamps ...............................122
headlamps, flash to pass ........123
instrument panel, dimming ...124
interior lamps .................127, 129
replacing bulbs .......................130
LATCH anchors .........................218
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........267
Load limits .................................249
Locks
autolock ...................................158
childproof ................................160
doors ........................................158
Lubricant specifications ...........369
Lug nuts ....................................313
M
Manual transmission .................278
fluid capacities ........................369
lubricant specifications ..........369
reverse .....................................280
Media Bluetooth menu options
(adding, connecting, deleting,
turning on/off) ............................97
Media menu layout .....................91
Message center .....................18, 21
warning messages ...............21, 25
Mirrors ...............................139–140
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ......................................139
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