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Driving recommendations
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tributed so that capacity weight or maximum
permissible axle loads are not exceeded.
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.
•The optional 12 volt socket in the cargo
area provides electrical current even with

10 Specifications
Overview of information and warning symbols
10
368* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
SymbolDescriptionP.
no.
Driver Alert System*,
Lane Departure Warn-
ing*171
Adaptive Cruise Con-
trol *142,
149
Information symbols in the center
console display
SymbolDescriptionP.
no.
Audio files235
CD folder235
Video files235
Bluetooth-connected
cell phone244
BluetoothTM hands-
free244
HD radio227
Park Assist*174
Information symbols in the ceiling
console
SymbolDescriptionP.
no.
Seat belt reminder19
Occupant Weight
Sensor26

11 Index
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370
1, 2, 3 ...
12-volt sockets........................................ 210
A
ABS (anti-lock brake system).................. 125
Accessory installation warning.................. 13
Active chassis system.............................207
Active high beams..................................... 96
Active yaw control................................... 134
Adaptive brake lights............................... 124
Adaptive cruise control.................... 140, 142
Airbags
disconnecting the front passenger’s
side.................................................26, 27
front...................................................... 22
inflatable curtain................................... 32
side impact........................................... 30
Air conditioning........................................ 202
Air distribution.......................................... 198
Air distribution table................................. 204
Air vents................................................... 199
All Wheel Drive......................................... 123Anti-freeze.......................................270, 328
Anti-lock brake system
warning light......................................... 78
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 125
Approach lighting..............................59, 101
Audio system
AUX/USB sockets............................... 238
Bluetooth Ÿ devices............................. 241
Bluetooth Ÿ hands-free system........... 243
Bluetooth streaming audio................. 241
getting started.................................... 215
HD digital radio................................... 227
introduction......................................... 214
media player....................................... 234
overview.............................................. 214
radio functions.................................... 225
Rear seat entertainment..................... 255
SiriusXM
E satellite radio.................... 229
sound settings.................................... 220
steering wheel keypad........................ 216
voice control....................................... 251
Auto-dim rearview mirror......................... 108
Automatic locking retractor....................... 38
Automatic transmission
Geartronic........................................... 122
general description.....................121, 122oil........................................................ 364
shiftlock override................................ 123
Axle weight.............................................. 301
B
Battery
changing..................................... 340, 341
maintenance....................................... 340
remote key, replacing........................... 62
specifications...................................... 365
warning symbols................................. 339
Blind Spot Information System
(BLIS)....................................... 182, 183, 184
Bluetooth cell phone connection............. 243
Booster cushion, integrated...................... 49
Booster cushions....................................... 46
Brake lights.............................................. 124
Brake system
ABS..................................................... 125
Brake pad inspection.......................... 124
checking fluid level............................. 328
emergency brake assistance.............. 125
fluid..................................................... 364
general information............................. 124

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373
Grocery bag holder.................................. 278
Gross vehicle weight...............................301
H
Hazard warning flashers............................ 99
HD digital radio........................................ 227
Headlights
Active Bending Lights........................... 97
active high beams................................. 96
changing bulbs...........................331, 332
high/low beams.................................... 94
high beam flash.................................... 95
tunnel detection.................................... 97
Headlight washers................................... 103
Headphones............................................ 256
Head restraints, rear seat....................89, 90
Heated oxygen sensors........................... 275
Heated rear seats.................................... 201
High beams................................................ 94
active.................................................... 96
indicator light........................................ 79
Hill Descent Control................................. 130
Hoisting the vehicle.................................323HomeLink
® Wireless Control System...... 113
Home safe lighting........................... 100, 101
Hood, opening/closing............................325
Horn........................................................... 93
I
Ignition modes........................................... 84
Immobilizer................................................ 58
Important information.................................. 6
Indicator lights.........................77, 78, 79, 80
Infant seats................................................ 42
Inflatable Curtain........................................ 32
Inflation pressure..................................... 295
Inflation pressure table............................297
Information and warning symbols, table
of.............................................................. 366
Information lights.....................77, 78, 79, 80
Information symbol.................................... 79
Infotainment
Menu navigation................................. 218
Infotainment system................................ 214
AUX/USB sockets............................... 238Bluetooth
Ÿ devices............................. 241
Bluetooth® hands-free system........... 243
getting started.................................... 215
media player....................................... 234
menus.........................................215, 218
radio functions.................................... 225
rear seat entertainment....................... 255
rear seat entertainment system, remote
control................................................. 264
sound settings.................................... 220
voice control....................................... 251
Inspection readiness................................ 323
Instrument lighting..................................... 94
Instrument overview............................76, 77
Instrument panel...................................... 189
Integrated two-stage booster cushion...... 49
Interior Air Quality System....................... 198
Interior lighting......................................... 100
iPod Ÿ connector (audio system)............. 238
ISOFIX/LATCH anchors............................. 47