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Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the
system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire
pressure telltale.
When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and
then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle
start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the
system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may
occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels
on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS
malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the
replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.
NOTE:
Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per 12° F (7° C) of air temperature change.
Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in the Winter. Example:
If garage temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the outside temperature is 32°F (0°C), then the cold
tire inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi (21 kPa), which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every
12°F (7°C) for this outside temperature condition.
CAUTION!
The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures
and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable
system operation or sensor damage may result when using replacement equipment that is not
of the same size, type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause sensor damage. Do not use
tire sealant from a can, or balance beads if your vehicle is equipped with a TPMS, as damage
to the sensors may result.
- Engine Temperature Warning Light
• This light warns of an overheated engine condition.
• If the light turns on or flashes continuously while driving, safely pull over and stop the vehicle.If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the
vehicle. If the temperature reading does not return to normal, turn the engine off immediately
and call for service.
• We recommend that you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or
boiling coolant.
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IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the
appropriate action:
• On the highways — slow down.
• In city traffic — while stopped, shift the transmission to NEUTRAL, but do not increase engineidle speed.
NOTE:
There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition:
• If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning the A/C off can help remove this heat.
• You can also turn the temperature control to maximum heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the radiator and
aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads
HOT (H), pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off
until the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on HOT (H), and
you hear continuous chimes, turn the engine off immediately, and call for service.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your
radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the
radiator has had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the
radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
TIREFIT KIT
Your vehicle may be equipped with a TIREFIT Kit.
Small punctures up to 1/4” (6 mm) in the tire tread can be sealed with TIREFIT. Foreign objects
(e.g., screws or nails) should not be removed from the tire. TIREFIT can be used in outside
temperatures down to approximately -4°F (-20°C).
This kit will provide a temporary tire seal, allowing you to drive your vehicle up to 100 miles
(160 km) with a maximum speed of 55 mph (90 km/h).
TIREFIT Storage
• The TIREFIT kit is stowed behind the rear left side trim panel in the rear cargo area.
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CAUTION!
• Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technology(OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease
corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is different
and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine
coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compatible” coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT
engine coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency, the
cooling system will need to be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh OAT coolant
(conforming to MS-12106), by an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
• Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use
additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be compatible with the
radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator.
• This vehicle has not been designed for use with propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze). Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is not recom-
mended.
E-85 FLEXIBLE FUEL — (3.6L ENGINE ONLY)
Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
CAUTION!
Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label or a yellow gas cap can operate on E-85.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system. The oil change indicator
system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate. This
means that service is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as frequent short-trips,
trailer tow, extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will influence when
the “Oil Change Required” message is displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can cause the
change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your
vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled
oil change. If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your authorized dealer,
the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under “Instrument Cluster Warning
Lights” in “What To Do In Emergencies” in this guide or “Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in your Owners Manual on the DVD for
further information.
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Airbag...................17
Airbag Light................95
Alarm Vehicle Security Alarm .........16
Alarm (Security Alarm) ..........16
Anti-Lock Warning Light .........94
Arming System (Security Alarm) ......16
Assistance Towing .............92
AudioJack.............47, 50, 55
Audio Settings .............47, 49
Audio Systems (Radio) ..........46
Automatic Headlights ...........32
Automatic High Beams ..........32
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC). . .38
Automatic Transmission Fluid Type ............. .119
Auxiliary Audio/Video Input Jacks .....82
Axle Fluid ................ .119
Back-UpCamera .............40
Blind Spot Monitoring ...........40
Brake Fluid ............... .119
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ..............30
Bulb Replacement ............129
Calibration, Compass ...........83
Cargo Compartment Luggage Carrier ............90
CD (Compact Disc) Player ......47, 50
Change Oil Indicator ...........95
ChangingAFlatTire...........102
Charging System Light ..........94
Child Restraints CarSeat................18
Child Restraints ............18
Child Seat Installation ........19, 20
Installing Child Restraints Using
The Vehicle Seat Belt .........20
Lower Anchors And Tethers
For Children ............18, 19
ChildSeat.................19
Cleaning Wheels ............... .129
Clock ...................74
Clock Setting ............46, 48, 51 Cluster Warning/Indicator Lights
Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light .....94
Charging System Light ........94
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
Indicator Light .............95
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) . . .94
Oil Pressure Warning Light ......94
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) Light .............92
Compass Calibration ............83
Cooling System Coolant Capacity ...........119
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ......33
Cruise Light ................33
Customer Assistance ...........130
Defects, Reporting ............131
Dimmer Control ..............32
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .........32
Disabled Vehicle Towing ..........92
Disarming, Security System ........16
Driver Cockpit ...............6
Economy (Fuel) Mode ...........35
Electronics Your Vehicle's Sound System . . .44, 45
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ............33
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) .....92
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ..................
95
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)...............83, 84
Emergency, In Case of Brake Warning Light ..........94
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck .....114
Jacking .............102,106
Overheating ..............96
Towing.................92
Emergency Key ..............10
Engine Break-In Recommendations ......30
Compartment ............ .118
Oil Selection .............119
Overheating ..............96
EventDataRecorder.......... .115
Exterior Lights ............. .129
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