Car Finder
Press the button twice within three seconds. The horn will sound
and the turn signals will flash. We recommend you use this
method to locate your vehicle, rather than using the panic alarm.
Sounding a Panic Alarm
Press the button to activate the alarm. Press the button again
or switch the ignition on to deactivate.
Note:The panic alarm will operate regardless of the ignition position.
REPLACING A LOST KEY OR REMOTE CONTROL
You can purchase replacement or additional keys or remote controls from
an authorized dealer. A dealer can program the transmitters to your
vehicle or you may be able to program them yourself. See theSecurity
chapter for information on programming spare keys.
Reprogramming Your Remote Controls
You must have all remote controls (maximum of four) available before
beginning this procedure. If all remote controls are not present during
programming, the ones missing will no longer operate the vehicle.
Note:Make sure you do not press the brake pedal during this sequence.
To reprogram the remote control:
1. Make sure the vehicle is electronically unlocked.
2. Place the key in the ignition and turn it from lock to off.
3. Cycle eight times rapidly (within 10 seconds) between off and on.
Note:The eighth turn must end in the on position.
4. The doors will lock, and then unlock, to confirm that you have
activated the programming mode.
5. Within 20 seconds press any button on the remote control.Note:If more
than 20 seconds have passed you will need to start the procedure over.
6. The doors will lock, and then unlock, to confirm that you have
programmed this remote control.
7. Repeat Step 5 to program each additional remote control (up to four).
8. Turn the ignition off after you have finished programming all of the
remote controls.
9. The doors will lock, and then unlock, to confirm that you have exited
the programming mode.
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Airbag – Front
If it fails to illuminate on startup, continues to flash or remains
on, it indicates a malfunction. Have the system checked by your
authorized dealer. A chime will sound when there is a
malfunction in the indicator light.
Anti-Lock Braking System
If it illuminates when you are driving, this indicates a
malfunction. You will continue to have the normal braking
system (without ABS) unless the brake warning lamp is also
illuminated. Have the system checked by your authorized dealer.
Anti-Theft System
Flashes when the SecuriLockt Passive Anti-theft System has
been activated.
Battery
If it illuminates while driving, it indicates a malfunction. Switch
off all unnecessary electrical equipment and have the system
checked by your authorized dealer
Brake System
It will illuminate when the parking brake is engaged and the
ignition is on.
If it illuminates when you are driving, check that the parking
brake is not engaged. If the parking brake is not engaged, this indicates
low brake fluid level or a brake system malfunction. Have the system
checked immediately by your authorized dealer.
WARNING:Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning
light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking
performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle.
Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause
brake failure and the risk of personal injury.
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WARNING:Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust
temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel
system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly
causing a fire.
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
It will illuminate when AdvanceTrac®/Traction control has been
disabled by the driver.
Transmission Tow/Haul
It will illuminate when the Tow/Haul feature has been activated.
Refer to theTransmissionchapter for transmission function
and operation. If the light flashes steadily, have the system
serviced immediately, damage to the transmission could occur.
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.
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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SETUP
TBC MODE (if
equipped)press and hold
the
SELECT/RESET
stemElectric or EOH
LANGUAGE =
ENGLISH /
SPANISH /
FRENCHEnglish / Spanish / French
SYSTEM CHECK
RESET FOR
SYSTEM CHECKpress and hold
the
SELECT/RESET
stemXXX% OIL LIFE
ENGINE HOURS (if enabled)
ENGINE IDLE HOURS
(if enabled)
CHARGING SYSTEM
BRAKE SYSTEM
TBC GAIN = XX.X or NO
TRAILER (if equipped)
TBC GAIN = XX.X or
OUTPUT = ////// (if equipped)
XXX MILES TO E
•OIL LIFE XXX% HOLD RESET = NEW: This displays the remaining oil
life. An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message
center and according to the recommended maintenance schedule. USE
ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS.
To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change,
perform the following:
1. Press and release the SELECT/RESET stem to display OIL LIFE
XXX% HOLD RESET = NEW.
2. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem for two seconds and release
to reset the oil life to 100%.
To change oil life 100% value (if equipped):
3. Once “OIL LIFE SET TO XXX%” is displayed, release and press the
SELECT/RESET stem to change the oil life start value. Each release and
press will reduce the value by 10%.
•UNITS ENG / METRIC: Displays the current units in English or Metric.
•AUTOLOCK: This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when
the vehicle is shifted into any gear, putting the vehicle in motion.
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Note:If the SELECT/RESET stem is pressed during the calibration or
three minutes has elapsed since the beginning of the calibration without
driving the vehicle, the message center reverts back to normal operation
and the CAL will display until a successful calibration is carried out.
1. Press and release the SELECT/RESET stem to scroll through the
information displays until the message center displays HOLD RESET
FOR SETUP MENU.
2. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem to get into the setup menu.
Repeatedly press it again to scroll through the setup menu until the
message center displays HOLD RESET FOR CALIBRATION.
3. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem for approximately two
seconds until the message center enters the compass zone adjustment
mode.
4. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem until the message center
displays CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE.
5. Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle less than 3 mph (5 km/h ) until the
CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE message changes to CALIBRATION
COMPLETED. This may require up to five circles to complete the
calibration.
•TBC MODE (if equipped): Allows you to choose the trailer brake
mode.
•LANGUAGE = ENGLISH / SPANISH / FRENCH: Allows you to choose
which language the message center will display in.
Waiting four seconds or pressing the SELECT/RESET stem cycles the
message center through each of the language choices.
Press the SELECT/RESET stem to set the language choice when the
language you want appears.
•HOLD RESET FOR SYSTEM CHECK: The message center will begin
to cycle through the vehicle systems and provide a status of the item
if needed. Some systems show a message only if a condition is
present.
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INFORMATION MESSAGES
Press the SELECT/RESET stem to acknowledge and remove some
messages from the information display. Other messages will be removed
automatically after a short time. Certain messages need to be confirmed
before you can access the menus.
AdvanceTrac® /
Traction Control
MessagesAction / Description
SERVICE
ADVANCETRACDisplayed when the AdvanceTrac® system has
detected a condition that requires service.
Contact your authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Brake System
MessagesAction / Description
BRAKE FLUID
LEVEL LOWIndicates the brake fluid level is low and the
brake system should be inspected immediately.
Refer toBrake fluidin theMaintenance
chapter.
CHECK BRAKE
SYSTEMDisplayed when the brake system needs
servicing. If the warning stays on or continues
to come on, contact your authorized dealer as
soon as possible.
PARK BRAKE
ENGAGEDDisplayed when the parking brake is set and
the vehicle is in motion.
Fuel Messages Action / Description
XXX MILES TO E
FUEL LEVEL LOWDisplayed as an early reminder of a low fuel
condition.
Maintenance
MessagesAction / Description
ENGINE OIL
CHANGE SOONDisplayed when the engine oil life remaining is
between 5% and 0%.
OIL CHANGE
REQUIREDDisplayed when the oil life left reaches 0%.
OIL LIFE OK displays after you have changed
the oil.
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Park Aid Messages Action / Description
CHECK REAR PARK
AIDDisplayed when the transmission is in R
(Reverse) and the park aid is disabled.
Tire Messages Action / Description
LOW TIRE
PRESSUREDisplays when one or more tires on your
vehicle have low tire pressure.
TIRE PRESSURE
MONITOR FAULTDisplays when the tire pressure monitoring
system is malfunctioning. If the warning stays
on or continues to come on, contact your
authorized dealer.
TIRE PRESSURE
SENSOR FAULTDisplayed when a tire pressure sensor is
malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use.
For more information on how the system
operates under these conditions refer to the
Tire Pressure Monitoring Systemin the
Wheels and Tireschapter for more
information. If the warning stays on or
continues to come on, contact your authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
Trailer Messages Action / Description
TRAILER BRAKE
MODULE FAULTDisplayed and accompanied by a single chime,
in response to faults sensed by the TBC. Refer
toTrailer towingin theTowingchapter for
more information.
TRAILER
CONNECTEDDisplayed when a correct trailer connection (a
trailer with electric trailer brakes) is sensed
during a given ignition cycle.
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Trailer Messages Action / Description
TRAILER
DISCONNECTEDDisplayed when a trailer connection becomes
disconnected, either intentionally or
unintentionally, and has been sensed during a
given ignition cycle. Disregard this status if
your vehicle is not equipped with a factory
installed trailer brake controller. This message
may appear when an aftermarket TBC is used
even when the trailer is connected.
WIRING FAULT ON
TRAILERDisplayed if there are certain faults in the
vehicle wiring and trailer wiring/brake system.
Refer toTrailer towingin theTowing
chapter for more information.
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