EVIC RED TELLTALES
This area will show reconfigurable red
telltales. These telltales include:
Door AjarThis telltale turns on when
one or more doors are ajar.
The telltale will show which
doors are ajar.
Trunk Ajar
This light will turn on to
indicate that the trunk lid is
ajar.
Oil Pressure Warning Telltale This telltale indicates low en-
gine oil pressure. If the light
turns on while driving, stop the ve-
hicle and shut off the engine as soon
as possible. A chime will sound for
four minutes when this light turns on.
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. This light does
not show how much oil is in the
engine. The engine oil level must be
checked under the hood. Charging System Telltale
This telltale shows the status
of the electrical charging sys-
tem. If the telltale stays on or comes
on while driving, turn off some of the
vehicle's non-essential electrical de-
vices or increase engine speed (if at
idle). If the charging system telltale
remains on, it means that the vehicle
is experiencing a problem with the
charging system. Obtain SERVICE
IMMEDIATELY. See an authorized
dealer.
If jump starting is required, refer to
“Jump Starting Procedures” in “What
To Do In Emergencies”.
Electronic Throttle Control
(ETC) Telltale
This telltale informs you of
a problem with the Elec-
tronic Throttle Control
(ETC) system. If the telltale
comes on while driving, have the sys-
tem checked by an authorized dealer. If a problem is detected, the telltale
will come on while the engine is run-
ning. Cycle the ignition key when the
vehicle has completely stopped and
the shift lever is placed in the PARK
position. The telltale should turn off.
If the telltale remains lit with the en-
gine running, your vehicle will usually
be drivable. However, see an autho-
rized dealer for service as soon as pos-
sible. If the telltale is flashing when
the engine is running, immediate ser-
vice is required. You may experience
reduced performance, an elevated/
rough idle or engine stall and your
vehicle may require towing.
Engine Temperature Warning
Telltale
This telltale warns of an over-
heated engine condition. As
temperatures rise and the gauge ap-
proaches H,this telltale will illumi-
nate and a single chime will sound
after reaching a set threshold. Further
overheating will cause the tempera-
ture gauge to pass H,the telltale will
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If you REGULARLY tow a trailer for
more than 45 minutes of continuous
operation, then change the automatic
transmission fluid and filter as speci-
fied for “police, taxi, fleet, or frequent
trailer towing.” Refer to the “Mainte-
nance Schedule” for the proper main-
tenance intervals.
Electronic Speed Control
Do not use in hilly terrain or withheavy loads.
When using the speed control, if you experience speed drops greater
than 16 km/h, disengage until you
can get back to cruising speed.
Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to maximize fuel
efficiency.
AutoStick® (for versions/markets,
where provided)
– When using the AutoStick® shift control, select the highest gear that
allows for adequate performance
and avoids frequent downshifts. For example, choose “4” if the de-
sired speed can be maintained.
Choose “3” or “2” if needed to
maintain the desired speed.
– To prevent excess heat generation, avoid continuous driving at high
RPM. Reduce vehicle speed as nec-
essary to avoid extended driving at
high RPM. Return to a higher gear
or vehicle speed when grade and
road conditions allow.
Cooling System
To reduce potential for engine and
transmission overheating, take the
following actions:
City Driving
When stopped for short periods of
time, shift the transmission into NEU-
TRAL and increase engine idle speed.
Highway Driving
Reduce speed.
Air Conditioning
Turn off temporarily. TRAILER HITCH
ATTACHING POINTS
Your vehicle will require extra equip-
ment to tow a trailer safely and effi-
ciently. The trailer tow hitch must be
attached to your vehicle using the
provided attaching points on the ve-
hicle's frame. Refer to the following
chart to determine the accurate at-
taching points. Other equipment,
such as trailer sway controls and
braking equipment, trailer equalizing
(leveling) equipment and low profile
mirrors, may also be required or
strongly recommended.
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3. Connect the negative end(-)of the
jumper cable to the negative (-)post
of the booster battery.
4. Connect the opposite end of the
negative (-)jumper cable to the re-
mote negative (-)post of the vehicle
with the discharged battery.WARNING!
Do not connect the cable to the
negative post (-)of the discharged
battery. The resulting electrical
spark could cause the battery to
explode and could result in per-
sonal injury.
5. Start the engine in the vehicle that
has the booster battery, let the engine
idle a few minutes, and then start the
engine in the vehicle with the dis-
charged battery.
Once the engine is started, remove the
jumper cables in the reverse sequence:
6. Disconnect the negative (-)jumper
cable from the remote negative (-)
post of the vehicle with the discharged
battery. 7. Disconnect the negative end
(-)of
the jumper cable from the negative (-)
post of the booster battery.
8. Disconnect the opposite end of the
positive (+)jumper cable from the
positive (+)post of the booster bat-
tery.
9. Disconnect the positive (+)end of
the jumper cable from the remote
positive (+)post of the discharged
vehicle.
If frequent jump-starting is required
to start your vehicle you should have
the battery and charging system in-
spected at your authorized dealer.
CAUTION!Accessories that can be plugged into
the vehicle power outlets draw
power from the vehicle’s battery,
even when not in use (i.e., cellular
phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged
in long enough, the vehicle’s battery
will discharge sufficiently to degrade
battery life and/or prevent the en-
gine from starting.
FREEING A STUCK
VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud,
sand, or snow, it can often be moved
by a rocking motion. Turn your steer-
ing wheel right and left to clear the
area around the front wheels. Then
shift back and forth between DRIVE
and REVERSE. Using minimal accel-
erator pedal pressure to maintain the
rocking motion, without spinning the
wheels, is most effective.CAUTION!Racing the engine or spinning the
wheels may lead to transmission
overheating and failure. Allow the
engine to idle with the transmission
in NEUTRAL for at least one minute
after every five rocking-motion
cycles. This will minimize overheat-
ing and reduce the risk of transmis-
sion failure during prolonged efforts
to free a stuck vehicle.
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NOTE: Press the "ESC Off"
switch, to place the Electronic Sta-
bility Control (ESC) system in
"Partial Off" mode, before rocking
the vehicle. Refer to “Electronic
Brake Control” in “Starting And
Operating” for further informa-
tion.Once the vehicle has been
freed, press the "ESC Off" switch
again to restore "ESC On" mode.CAUTION!
When “rocking” a stuck vehicleby shifting between DRIVE and
REVERSE, do not spin the
wheels faster than 24 km/h, or
drivetrain damage may result.
Revving the engine or spinning
the wheels too fast may lead to
transmission overheating and
failure. It can also damage the
tires. Do not spin the wheels
above 48 km/h while in gear (no
transmission shifting occurring).
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be danger-
ous. Forces generated by excessive
wheel speeds may cause damage, or
even failure, of the axle and tires.
A tire could explode and injure
someone. Do not spin your vehicle's
wheels faster than 48 km/h or for
longer than 30 seconds continu-
ously without stopping when you
are stuck and do not let anyone
near a spinning wheel, no matter
what the speed.
TOW EYES
Your vehicle is equipped with tow
eyes, which are mounted in the front
and the rear.CAUTION!
Tow eyes are for emergency use
only, to rescue a vehicle stranded
off road. Do not use tow eyes for
tow truck hookup or highway tow-
ing. You could damage your ve-
hicle. Tow straps are recommended
when towing the vehicle; chains
may cause vehicle damage.
WARNING!
Stand clear of vehicles when pull-
ing with tow eyes. Tow straps and
chains may break, causing serious
injury.
SHIFT LEVER
OVERRIDE — 5 SPEED
TRANSMISSION
If a malfunction occurs and the shift
lever cannot be moved out of the
PARK position, you can use the fol-
lowing procedure to temporarily
move the shift lever:
1. Turn the engine OFF.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake.
3. Remove the rubber liner from the
storage tray (located next to the
shifter on the center console).
4. Press and maintain firm pressure
on the brake pedal.
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Electric Remote Mirrors. . . . . . . . .68
Electronic Brake Control System . .216
Anti-Lock Brake System . . . . .216
Brake Assist System . . . . . . . .216
Traction Control System . . . . .216
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) . . . . . . .120, 121
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . . . . . . . . . . . .217
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . . . . . .138, 163
Emergency Deck Lid Release . . . . .27
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck . .262
Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . .254
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . .260
Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . .254
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .266
Emergency Trunk Release . . . . . . .27
Engine Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . .275
Break-In Recommendations . . .55
Compartment . . . . . . . .271, 272
Compartment
Identification . . . . . . . .271, 272
Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . .281, 302
Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281
Exhaust Gas Caution . . . . . . . .56
Fails to Start . . . . . . . . . . . .196 Flooded, Starting
. . . . . . . . .196
Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . .238
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . .260
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .274, 302
Oil Change Interval . . . .168, 274
Oil Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . .275
Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .275
Oil Selection . . . . .274, 275, 302
Oil Synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . .275
Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . .254
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .195
Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . .162
Enhanced Accident Response Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Entry System, Illuminated . . . . . . .17
Ethanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .239
Event Data Recorder . . . . . . . . . . .45
Exhaust Gas Caution . . . . . . . . . .56
Exhaust System . . . . . . . . . .56, 280
Exterior Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . .67
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . .109
Exterior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Filler Location Fuel . . . . . . . . . .160
Filters Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . .275
Air Conditioning . . . . . .189, 277
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . .275, 302 Flashers
Hazard Warning . . . . . . . . . .254
Turn Signal . . . . . . .58, 112, 158
Flash-To-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Flooded Engine Starting . . . . . . .196
Floor Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148
Fluid, Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .304
Fluid Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . .302
Fluid Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Fluid Level Checks . . . . . . . . . . .287
Automatic Transmission . . . . .286
Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .285
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . .281
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . .274
Transfer Case . . . . . . . . . . . .287
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . .302
Fog Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158
Fog Lights, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . .111
Folding Rear Seat . . . . . . . . . . . .105
Forward Collision Warning . .132, 166
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . .262
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .238, 240
Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .239
Conserving . . . . . . . . . . . . . .169
Diesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .240
Filler Door (Gas Cap) . . . . . .160
Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .238
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160
322
Mini-Trip Computer. . . . . . . . . .171
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . .67
Electric Powered . . . . . . . . . . .68
Electric Remote . . . . . . . . . . .68
Exterior Folding . . . . . . . . . . .67
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Vanity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Mode Fuel Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . .169
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle . . .7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System . . .234
Multi-Function Control Lever . . . .112
Navigation System (Uconnect™ gps) . . . . . . .138, 181
New Vehicle Break-In Period . . . . .55
Occupant Restraints . . . . .27, 41, 43
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) . . . . . . . . . . . .38, 41, 43
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .238, 302
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158
Oil Change Indicator . . . . . .158, 168
Oil Change Indicator, Reset . .158, 168
Oil, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . .274, 302
Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .302 Change Interval
. . . . . . .168, 274
Diesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .275
Dipstick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .274
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . .275, 302
Materials Added to . . . . . . . .275
Recommendation . .274, 275, 302
Synthetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .275
Viscosity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .302
Oil Filter, Selection . . . . . . . . . . .275
Onboard Diagnostic System . . . . .273
Operating Precautions . . . . . . . . .273
Operator Manual (Owner's Manual) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Outside Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . .67
Overdrive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .207
Overdrive OFF Switch . . . . . . . . .207
Overhead Console . . . . . . . . . . . .140
Overheating, Engine . . . . . .163, 254
Owner's Manual (Operator Manual) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Paint Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .288
Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213
Park Sense System, Rear . . . . . . .134
Passing Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Pedals, Adjustable . . . . . . . . . . .119
Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Placard, Tire and Loading
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225
Power Deck Lid Release . . . . . . . . . .26
Distribution Center (Fuses) . . .294
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical
Outlet) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145
Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . .140, 142
Tilt/Telescoping Steering
Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Power Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . .304
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts . . .36
Pretensioners Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless Entry) . . . . . . .18
Radial Ply Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . .229
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . .283
Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . .184
Radio Remote Controls . . . . . . . .183
Radio (Sound Systems) . . . . . . . .181
Rain Sensitive Wiper System . . . .115
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