07 During your trip
Driving recommendations
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Driving through water
•The vehicle can be driven through water up
to a depth of approximately 10 in. (25 cm),
at a maximum speed of 6 mph (10 km/h).
•Take particular care when driving through
flowing water.
•Clean the electrical connections for trailer
wiring after driving in mud or water.
•When driving through water, maintain low
speed and do not stop in the water.
WARNING
After driving through water, press lightly on
the brake pedal to ensure that the brakes
are functioning normally. Water or mud can
make the brake linings slippery, resulting in
delayed braking effect.
CAUTION
•Engine damage will occur if water is
drawn into the air cleaner.
•If the vehicle is driven through water
deeper than 10 in (25 cm), water may
enter the differential and the transmis-
sion. This reduces the oil's lubricating
capacity and may shorten the service
life of these components.
•Do not allow the vehicle to stand in
water up to the door sills longer than
absolutely necessary. This could result
in electrical malfunctions.
•If the engine has been stopped while the
vehicle is in water, do not attempt to
restart it. Have the vehicle towed out of
the water.
Engine and cooling systemUnder special conditions, for example when
driving in hilly terrain, extreme heat or with
heavy loads, there is a risk that the engine and
cooling system will overheat. Proceed as fol-
lows to avoid overheating the engine.
•Maintain a low speed when driving with a
trailer up long, steep hills.
•Do not turn the engine off immediately
when stopping after a hard drive.
WARNING
The cooling fan may start or continue to
operate (for up to 6 minutes) after the engine
has been switched off.
•Remove any auxiliary lights from in front of
the grille when driving in hot weather con-
ditions.
•Do not exceed engine speeds of 4500 rpm
if driving with a trailer in hilly terrain. The oil
temperature could become too high.
Conserving electrical currentKeep the following in mind to help minimize
battery drain:
•When the engine is not running, avoid
using ignition mode II. Many electrical sys-
tems (the audio system, the optional navi-
gation system, power windows, etc) will
function in ignition modes 0 and I. These
modes reduce drain on the battery.
•Please keep in mind that using systems,
accessories, etc., that consume a great
deal of current when the engine is not run-
ning could result in the battery being com-
pletely drained. Driving or having the
engine running for approximately
15 minutes will help keep the battery
charged.
10 Specifications
Overview of information and warning symbols
10
358* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Information symbols in the center
console display
SymbolDescriptionP.
no.
Audio files231
CD folder231
Video files231
Bluetooth-connected
cell phone240
BluetoothTM hands-
free240
HD radio223
Park Assist*168
Information symbols in the ceiling
console
SymbolDescriptionP.
no.
Seat belt reminder19
Occupant Weight
Sensor26
11 Index
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360
1, 2, 3 ...
12-volt sockets........................................ 205
A
ABS (anti-lock brake system).................. 120
Accessory installation warning.................. 13
Active chassis system.............................202
Active high beams..................................... 93
Active yaw control................................... 128
Adaptive brake lights............................... 119
Adaptive cruise control.................... 134, 136
Airbags
disconnecting the front passenger’s
side.................................................26, 27
front...................................................... 22
inflatable curtain................................... 32
side impact........................................... 30
Air conditioning........................................ 196
Air distribution.......................................... 192
Air distribution table................................. 198
Air vents................................................... 193
All Wheel Drive......................................... 118Anti-freeze.......................................266, 318
Anti-lock brake system
warning light......................................... 76
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 120
Approach lighting................................55, 98
Audio system
AUX/USB sockets............................... 234
Bluetooth Ÿ devices............................. 237
Bluetooth Ÿ hands-free system........... 239
Bluetooth streaming audio................. 237
getting started.................................... 211
HD digital radio................................... 223
introduction......................................... 210
media player....................................... 230
overview.............................................. 210
radio functions.................................... 221
Rear seat entertainment..................... 251
SiriusXM
E satellite radio.................... 225
sound settings.................................... 216
steering wheel keypad........................ 212
voice control....................................... 247
Auto-dim rearview mirror......................... 104
Automatic locking retractor....................... 37
Automatic transmission
Geartronic........................................... 117
general description.....................116, 117oil........................................................ 354
shiftlock override................................ 118
Axle weight.............................................. 293
B
Battery
changing..................................... 330, 331
maintenance....................................... 330
remote key, replacing........................... 58
specifications...................................... 355
warning symbols................................. 329
Blind Spot Information System
(BLIS)....................................... 176, 177, 178
Bluetooth cell phone connection............. 239
Booster cushions....................................... 45
Brake lights.............................................. 119
Brake system
ABS..................................................... 120
Brake pad inspection.......................... 119
checking fluid level............................. 318
emergency brake assistance.............. 120
fluid..................................................... 354
general information............................. 119
warning light......................................... 78
11 Index
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363
Headlights
Active Bending Lights........................... 94
active high beams................................. 93
changing bulbs...........................321, 322
high/low beams.................................... 91
high beam flash.................................... 92
tunnel detection.................................... 94
Headlight washers................................... 100
Headphones............................................ 252
Head restraints, rear seat.......................... 87
Heated front seats................................... 194
Heated oxygen sensors........................... 271
Heated rear seats.................................... 195
High beams................................................ 91
active.................................................... 93
indicator light........................................ 77
Hoisting the vehicle.................................313
HomeLink
® Wireless Control System...... 108
Home safe lighting..................................... 98
Hood, opening/closing............................315
Horn........................................................... 90
I
Ignition modes........................................... 82
Immobilizer................................................ 54
Important information.................................. 6
Indicator lights.........................75, 76, 77, 78
Infant seats................................................ 41
Inflatable Curtain........................................ 32
Inflation pressure..................................... 287
Inflation pressure table............................289
Information and warning symbols, table
of.............................................................. 356
Information lights.....................75, 76, 77, 78
Information symbol.................................... 77
Infotainment
Menu navigation................................. 214
Infotainment system................................ 210
AUX/USB sockets............................... 234
Bluetooth
Ÿ devices............................. 237
Bluetooth® hands-free system........... 239
getting started.................................... 211
media player....................................... 230
menus.........................................211, 214
radio functions.................................... 221
rear seat entertainment....................... 251rear seat entertainment system, remote
control................................................. 260
sound settings.................................... 216
voice control....................................... 247
Inspection readiness................................ 313
Instrument lighting..................................... 91
Instrument overview............................74, 75
Instrument panel...................................... 183
Interior Air Quality System....................... 192
Interior lighting..................................... 97, 98
iPod Ÿ connector (audio system)............. 234
ISOFIX/LATCH anchors............................. 46
J
Jack
attaching.............................................304
location of........................................... 304
Jump starting........................................... 114