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Illuminated entry
The interior lamps, parking lamps and puddle lamps (if equipped)
illuminate when the integrated keyhead transmitter or the keyless entry
system keypad is used to unlock the door(s) or when any door is
opened.
The illuminated entry system will turn off the lights if:
•the ignition is turned to the on position,
•the integrated keyhead transmitter lock control is pressed, or
•the vehicle is locked using the keyless entry keypad, or
•after 25 seconds of illumination.
The interior lights will not turn off if:
•they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or
•any door is open.
Illuminated exit
•When all vehicle doors are closed and the key is removed from the
ignition, the interior lamps and the puddle lamps (if equipped) will
illuminate.
The lamps will turn off if all the doors remain closed and
•25 seconds elapse, or
•the key is inserted in the ignition.
Battery saver
The battery saver will shut off the lamps 30 minutes after the ignition
has been turned to the 1 (off) position.
•If the dome lamps were turned on using the panel dimmer control, the
battery saver will shut them off 30 minutes after the ignition has been
turned to the off position.
•If the courtesy lamps were turned on because one of the vehicle doors
or the trunk was opened, the battery saver will shut off them off
10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the off position.
•The battery saver will shut off the headlamps 10 minutes after the
ignition has been turned to the off position.
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WARNING:Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass
or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the
engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
WARNING:Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in
other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open
the garage door before you start the engine. SeeGuarding against
exhaust fumesin this chapter for more instructions.
WARNING:If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have
your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you
smell exhaust fumes.
Important safety precautions
When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to warm the engine. If
the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have the vehicle
checked.
Before starting the vehicle:
1. Make sure all vehicle occupants buckle their safety belts. For more
information on safety belts and their proper usage, refer to theSeating
and Safety Restraintschapter.
2. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off.
•Make sure the parking brake is
set.
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Driving
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WARNING:Just prior to the system recognizing a blocked
condition and alerting the driver, the number of missed objects
will increase. To help avoid injuries, NEVER use the BLISas a
replacement for using the side and rear view mirrors and looking over
your shoulder before changing lanes. BLISis not a replacement for
careful driving and only an assist.
Once blockage is removed, the system will require some driving time and
detection of at least two vehicle object prior to realizing it is unblocked,
or the driver can cycle the ignition key. If blocked and the ignition key is
cycled, the system resets to unblocked. If however blockage is still
present after the key cycle, the system will sense again that it is blocked
after driving in traffic.
The following table lists possible causes and actions for this message
being displayed:
The surface of the left or right radar
is dirty or obstructed in some wayClean the fascia area in front of the
radar, either left or right side, or
remove obstruction.
The surface of the left or right radar
is not dirty or obstructedDrive normally in traffic for a few
minutes to allow the radar to detect
that it is no longer blocked.Note:
the vehicle must be in D (Drive) and
a few vehicles must pass so that the
BLIScan clear a blocked state.
Heavy rainfall or heavy snowfall is
interfering with the radar signalsNo action required by the driver.
The system will automatically go
unblocked once the rainfall/snowfall
rate decreases or stops. Do not use
BLIS-CTA in heavy rainfall or heavy
snowfall.
Due to the nature of radar technology, it is possible to get a blockage
warning and not be blocked. This is rare and known as a false blockage
warning. A false blocked condition will either self clear or clear after a
key cycle.
Day and night brightness
The BLIS-CTA alert will automatically dim when the headlamp switch is
in the parking, on, or autolamp position and night time darkness has
been detected by the sun sensor.
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The fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
1 30A Driver smart window motor
2 15A Brake on/off switch, Center
high-mounted stop lamp
3 15A Not used (spare)
4 30A Passenger front smart window
motor
5 10A Keypad illumination, Brake shift
interlock
6 20A Turn signal lamps
7 10A Low beam headlamps (left)
8 10A Low beam headlamps (right)
9 15A Courtesy lights/Illuminated scuff
plate
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
10 15A Backlighting, Puddle lamps
11 10A AWD module
12 7.5A Memory modules, Memory
seat/mirrors switches
13 5A SYNCmodule
14 10A Electronic finish panel (EFP) radio
and climate control buttons module,
Navigation display, Center
information display, GPS module,
Ambient lighting
15 10A Climate control
16 15A Not used (spare)
17 20A Door locks, Trunk release
18 20A Not used (spare)
19 25A Not used (spare)
20 15A On-Board Diagnostic connector
21 15A Fog lamps
22 15A Front sidemarker lamps, Park
lamps, License plate lamp
23 15A High beam headlamps
24 20A Horn
25 10A Demand lamps/power saver relay
26 10A Instrument cluster battery power
27 20A Ignition switch
28 5A Radio crank sense circuit
29 5A Instrument cluster ignition power
30 5A Not used (spare)
31 10A Not used (spare)
32 10A Restraint control module
33 10A Not used (spare)
34 5A Not used (spare)
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
35 10A Rear park assist, Blind spot monitor
system, Rear video camera, AWD
36 5A Passive anti-theft sensor (PATS)
transceiver
37 10A Not used (spare)
38 20A Subwoofer amplifier
39 20A Radio
40 20A Not used (spare)
41 15A Automatic dimming mirror, Moon
roof, Compass, Front windows
42 10A Electronic stability control, Adaptive
headlamps
43 10A Rain sensor
44 10A Fuel diode/Powertrain control
module
45 5A Heated backlight and blower relay
coil, Wiper washer
46 7.5A Occupant classification sensor
(OCS) module, Passenger airbag off
lamp
47 30A Circuit
BreakerRear windows
48 — Delayed accessory relay
Power distribution box
The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The
power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your
vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads.
WARNING:Always disconnect the battery before servicing high
current fuses.
WARNING:To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace
the cover to the power distribution box before reconnecting the
battery or refilling fluid reservoirs.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
16 15A** Transmission module
17 10A** Alternator
18 — Not used
19 — Not used
20 20A* Audio amplifier
21 20A* Audio amplifier
22 20A* Console power point
23 10A** PCM – Keep alive power, Canister
vent
24 — Not used
25 10A** A/C clutch (relay 43 power)
26 15A** Left HID headlamp (relay 42
power)
27 15A** Right HID headlamp (relay 44
power)
28 80A* Cooling fan motor
29 20A* Front power point
30 30A* Fuel relay (relay 54 power)
31 30A* Passenger power seat
32 30A* Driver power seat
33 20A* Moon roof motor power feed
34 — Not used
35 40A* Front A/C blower motor (relay 52
power)
36 1A Diode Fuel pump
37 1A Diode One-touch start
38 10A** Heated side mirrors
39 — Not used
40 — Not used
41 G8VA relay Backup lamps
42 G8VA relay Left HID headlamp
43 G8VA relay A/C clutch
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
44 G8VA relay Right HID headlamp
45 15A** Injectors
46 15A** PCM
47 10A** General powertrain components,
A/C clutch, back-up lamps
48 15A** Ignition coils
4915A** Emissions related powertrain
components
50 — Not used
51 — Not used
52 Full ISO relay Blower motor relay
53 Full ISO relay Rear defrost relay
54 Full ISO relay Fuel relay
55 Full ISO relay Starter relay
56 — Not used
57 Full ISO relay PCM relay
58 — Not used
* Cartridge Fuses ** Mini Fuses
CHANGING THE TIRES
If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.
Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly
and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road.
Note:The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) indicator light will
illuminate when the spare tire is in use. To restore the full functionality
of the monitoring system, all road wheels equipped with tire pressure
monitoring sensors must be mounted on the vehicle.
Have a flat serviced by an authorized dealer in order to prevent damage
to the TPMS sensors, refer toTire pressure monitoring system
(TPMS)in theTires, Wheels and Loadingchapter. Replace the spare
tire with a road tire as soon as possible. During repairing or replacing of
the flat tire, have the authorized dealer inspect the TPMS sensor for
damage.
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