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Universal Garage Door Opener (If Equipped) 166
HomeLink® wireless control system.......................167
Auxiliary Power Points 171
Storage Compartments 173
Center console.......................................173
Overhead console.....................................173
Starting and Stopping the Engine 174
Ignition switch.......................................175
Keyless starting......................................175
Engine block heater...................................180
Unique Driving Characteristics 182
Hybrid electric vehicles.................................182
Fuel and Refueling 190
Fuel quality.........................................191
Refueling...........................................193
Running out of fuel....................................198
Fuel consumption.....................................200
High Voltage Battery 205
High-voltagebattery...................................205
Charging the high-voltage battery.........................205
Transmission 213
Automatic transmission.................................213
Hill start assist.......................................217
Brakes 218
Brakes.............................................218
Hints on driving with anti-lock brakes......................219
Traction Control 221
TractionControl™ ....................................221
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Stability Control System
Displays when the AdvanceTrac®/Traction control is active.
If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately.
Stability Control System Off
Illuminates when AdvanceTrac®/Traction control has been
disabled by the driver.
Stop Safely
Indicates electrical component fault/failure that will cause the
vehicle to shutdown or enter into a limited operating mode.
A message may also display.
Vehicle Plugged in (if equipped)
It will illuminate when the vehicle is plugged in. A corresponding
message may display after attempting to start the vehicle.
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND INDICATORS
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.
Keyless Warning Alert (If Equipped)
Sounds when the keyless vehicle is in RUN 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 Warning Chime
Sounds when you have left the parking brake on and drive your vehicle.
If the warning chime remains on after you have released the parking
brake, have the system checked by your authorized dealer immediately.
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Settings
In this mode, you can configure different driver setting choices.
Note:Some items are optional and may not appear.
Note:*Some MyKey items will only appear if a MyKey is set.
Settings
Menu level 2 Menu level 3 Menu level 4 Menu level 5
Driver AssistTraction Ctrl On / Off —
ECO CruiseOn (default on
key cycle) / Off—
Hill Start AssistOn (default on
key cycle) / Off—
EV + Mode On / Off —
Rear Park AidOn (default on
key cycle) / Off—
VehicleLightingAuto Light
RainOn/Off
Home LightManual or
select time
interval
Remote StartClimate
ControlHeater – A/C
Auto / Last
Settings
Front Defrost
Auto / Off
Rear Defrost
Auto / Off
Duration5/10/
15 minutes
Quiet Start On / Off
SystemEnable /
Disable
Tire Mobility KitSelect number
of years—
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Settings
*MyKeyCreate MyKeyHoldOKto
create MyKey—
Traction ControlAlways On /
User Selectable—
Max Speed Set to 80 MPH
(130 km/h) /
Off—
Speed Minder 45 mph
(72 km/h),
55 mph
(89 km/h),
65 mph
(105 km/h), Off—
Volume Limiter On / Off —
Clear MyKeysHoldOKto
Clear All
MyKeys—
DisplayLanguageSelect the
desired
language—
UnitsDistanceSelect the
desired units of
measure
Fuel Economy
(Energi only)Fuel only /
Fuel + Electric
Temperature Fahrenheit
(°F) / Celsius
(°C)
Brake Coach
DisplayOn/Off—
Liftetime SummaryLifetime Fuel
Economy,
Regen Miles,
Brake Score,
HoldOKto
Reset—
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MyKey® Message Action / Description
Buckle Up to Unmute Audio Displays when a MyKey® is in use
and Belt-Minder® is activated.
MyKey Park Aid Cannot be
DeactivatedDisplays when a MyKey® is in use
and park aid is activated.
Traction Control On - MyKey
SettingDisplays when a MyKey® is in use
and the traction control is always
set to on.
Park Aid Message Action / Description
Check Park Aid Displayed when the transmission is
in R (Reverse) and the park aid is
disabled.
Rear Park Aid On Off Displays the park aid status.
Check Rear Park Aid Displayed when the transmission is
in R (Reverse) and the park aid is
disabled.
Check Front Park Aid Displayed when the transmission is
in R (Reverse) and the park aid is
disabled.
Park Aid Malfunction Displays when there is a
malfunction with the park aid
system.
Power Steering Message Action / Description
Service Power Steering The power steering system has
detected a condition that requires
service. See your authorized
dealer.
Service Power Steering Now The power steering system has
detected a condition within the
power steering system that
requires service immediately.
See your authorized dealer.
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PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
The traction control system helps avoid drive wheel spin and loss of
traction.
If your vehicle begins to slide, the system applies the brakes to individual
wheels and, when needed, reduces engine power at the same time. If the
wheels spin when accelerating on slippery or loose surfaces, the system
reduces engine power in order to increase traction.
USING TRACTION CONTROL
In certain situations (for example, stuck in snow or mud), turning the
traction control off may be beneficial as this allows the wheels to spin
with full engine power. Turn the traction control system off through the
information display. See theInformation Displayschapter.
System Indicator Lights and Messages
WARNING:If a failure has been detected within the Traction
Control System, the stability control light will illuminate steadily.
Verify that the Traction Control System was not manually disabled
through the information display. If the stability control light still
illuminates steadily, have the system serviced by an authorized dealer
immediately. Operating your vehicle with Traction Control disabled
could lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle
rollover, personal injury and death.
The stability control light temporarily illuminates on engine
start-up and flashes when a driving condition activates the
stability system.
The stability control off light temporarily illuminates on engine
start-up and stays on when the traction control system is
turned off.
When the traction control system is turned off or on, a message appears
in the information display showing system status.
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PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
WARNING:Vehicle modifications involving braking system,
aftermarket roof racks, suspension, steering system, tire
construction or wheel and tire size may change the handling
characteristics of the vehicle and may adversely affect the performance
of the AdvanceTrac® system. In addition, installing any stereo
loudspeakers may interfere with and adversely affect the AdvanceTrac®
system. Install any aftermarket stereo loudspeaker as far as possible
from the front center console, the tunnel, and the front seats in order
to minimize the risk of interfering with the AdvanceTrac® sensors.
Reducing the effectiveness of the AdvanceTrac® system could lead to
an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal
injury and death.
WARNING:Remember that even advanced technology cannot
defy the laws of physics. It’s always possible to lose control of a
vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions. Aggressive
driving on any road condition can cause you to lose control of your
vehicle increasing the risk of personal injury or property damage.
Activation of the AdvanceTrac® system is an indication that at least
some of the tires have exceeded their ability to grip the road; this could
reduce the operator’s ability to control the vehicle potentially resulting
in a loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
If your AdvanceTrac® system activates, SLOW DOWN.
The AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability Control™ system helps you keep
control of your vehicle when on a slippery surface. The electronic stability
control portion of the system helps avoid skids and lateral slides and roll
stability control helps avoid a vehicle rollover. The traction control system
helps avoid drive wheel spin and loss of traction. See theTraction Control
chapter for details on traction control system operation.
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AVehicle without AdvanceTrac®
with RSC® skidding off its intended
route.
BVehicle with AdvanceTrac® with
RSC® maintaining control on a
slippery surface.
USING ADVANCETRAC® WITH RSC®
The system automatically activates when you start your engine.
The AdvanceTrac® with RSC® system cannot be completely turned
off, but the electronic stability control and roll stability control portions
of the system are disabled when the transmission is in positionR.You
can turn the traction control portion of the system off independently.
See theTraction Controlchapter.
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