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GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING:Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce
very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system,
creating the risk of fire or other damage.
WARNING:Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle on dry grass
or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the
engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
WARNING:Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in
other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open
the garage door before you start the engine.
WARNING:If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle,
have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer immediately.
Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes.
If you disconnect the battery, your vehicle may exhibit some unusual
driving characteristics for approximately 5 miles (8 kilometers) after
you connect it. This is because the engine management system must
realign itself with the engine. You may disregard any unusual driving
characteristics during this period.
The powertrain control system meets all Canadian interference-causing
equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field
or radio noise.
Do not press the accelerator pedal while starting the engine. If you have
difficulty starting the engine, seeFailure to startlater in this section.
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IGNITION SWITCH
A.Off:The ignition is off.
Note:When you switch the ignition off and leave your vehicle, do not
leave your key in the ignition. This could cause your vehicle battery to
lose charge.
B.Accessory:Allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to
operate while the engine is not running.
Note:Do not leave the ignition key in this position for too long.
This could cause your vehicle battery to lose charge.
C.On:All electrical circuits are operational and the warning lamps and
indicators illuminate.
D.Start:Cranks the engine.
STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE
When you start the engine, the idle speed increases, this helps to warm
up the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically,
have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
Before starting the engine:
•Make sure all occupants have fastened their safety belts.
•Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off.
•Make sure the parking brake is on.
•Move the transmission selector lever to positionP(automatic
transmission) or neutral (manual transmission).
•Turn the ignition key to the on position.
Some warning lights briefly illuminate.
C
D
B
A
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SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:To help avoid personal injury, please read and
understand the limitations of the system as contained in this
section. Sensing is only an aid for some (generally large and fixed)
objects when moving in reverse on a flat surface at parking speeds.
Traffic control systems, inclement weather, air brakes, and external
motors and fans may also affect the function of the sensing system;
this may include reduced performance or a false activation.
WARNING:To help avoid personal injury, always use caution
when the transmission is inRand when using the sensing
system.
WARNING:This system is not designed to prevent contact with
small or moving objects. The system is designed to provide a
warning to assist the driver in detecting large stationary objects to
avoid damaging the vehicle. The system may not detect smaller objects,
particularly those close to the ground.
WARNING:Certain add-on devices, such as large trailer hitches,
bike or surfboard racks and any device that may block the normal
detection zone of the system, may create false beeps.
Note:Keep the sensors (located on the bumper/fascia) free from snow,
ice and large accumulations of dirt. If the sensors are covered, the
system’s accuracy can be affected. Do not clean the sensors with sharp
objects.
Note:If your vehicle sustains damage to the bumper/fascia, leaving it
misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causing inaccurate
measurement of obstacles or false alarms.
The sensing system warns the driver of obstacles within a certain range
of the bumper area. The system turns on automatically whenever the
ignition is switched on.
When receiving a detection warning, the radio volume is reduced to a
predetermined level. After the warning goes away, the radio volume
returns to the previous level.
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Guidelines
Note:The guidelines are only available when the transmission is inR.
A. Rear bumper
B. Fixed guideline: Red zone
C. Fixed guideline: Yellow zone
D. Fixed guideline: Green zone
The fixed guidelines fade in and out depending on the steering wheel
position.
Always use caution while reversing. Objects in the red zone are closest
to your vehicle and objects in the green zone are further away. Objects
are getting closer to your vehicle as they move from the green zone to
the yellow or red zones. Use the side view mirrors and rear view mirror
to get better coverage on both sides and rear of the vehicle.
Rear Camera Delay
On vehicles without a navigation system,the camera image in the
rear view mirror remains on for a few seconds to assist in parking or
attaching a trailer.
On vehicles with a navigation system,the camera image remains in
the display until the vehicle speed reaches 5 mph (8 km/h). This occurs
when the rear camera delay feature is on, or until a radio button is
selected. Selectable settings for this feature are ON and OFF. The default
setting for the rear camera delay is OFF.
D
C
B
A
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Fuse or relay
numberFuse amp
ratingProtected components
3 — Not used
4 30A* Blower motor relay
5 20A* Power point (body)
6 40A* Rear defroster relay
7 40A* Cooling fan relay
8 40A* Anti-lock brake system pump
9 30A* Wipers
10 30A* Anti-lock brake system valve
11 — Not used
12 20A* Differential fluid pump
(Shelby only)
13 20A** Fuel pump relay (non-Shelby)
25A** Fuel pump relay (Shelby only)
14 20A** Fuel pump relay #2 (Shelby only)
15 10A** Intercooler pump relay
(Shelby only)
16 20A** Heated seats
17 10A** Alternator sense
18 20A* Auxiliary body module
19 30A* Starter relay
20 30A* Rear amplifier (Shaker Pro radio)
21 30A* Powertrain relay
22 20A* Power point (instrument panel)
23 10A** Powertrain control module
keep-alive power
24 10A** Brake on/off power
25 10A** A/C compressor relay
26 20A** Left high intensity discharge
headlamp relay
27 20A** Right high intensity discharge
headlamp relay
28 — Not used
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Fuse or relay
numberFuse amp
ratingProtected components
29 30A* Passenger front window
30 — Not used
31 30A* Passenger power seat
32 30A* Driver power seat
33 30A* Front amplifier (Shaker radio)
34 30A* Driver front window motor
35 40A* Convertible top motor
36 Diode Fuel diode
37 — Not used
38 15A** Fuel injectors (Shelby only)
39 5A** Heated mirrors
40 15A** Powertrain control module vehicle
power4–ignition coil
41 G8VA relay Fuel pump relay
42 G8VA relay Intercooler pump relay
(Shelby only)
43 G8VA relay A/C compressor relay
44 G8VA relay Fuel pump relay #2 (Shelby only)
45 5A** Powertrain control module
run/start
46 5A** Powertrain control module vehicle
power 3 – general powertrain
components
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Fuse or relay
numberFuse amp
ratingProtected components
32 10A Reverse parking aid (non-Shelby),
Vehicle dynamics control module
(Shelby only)
33 10A Not used (spare)
34 5A Electronic stability control
35 10A Auxiliary body module run/start
36 5A Anti-theft system
37 10A Rear defroster relay coil
38 20A Not used (spare)
39 20A Radio/Navigation
40 20A Not used (spare)
41 15A Accessory delay (windows,
automatic dimming rear view
mirror [including microphone and
compass] and door switch III)
42 10A Not used (spare)
43 10A Heated seat relay coils
44 10A Not used (spare)
45 5A Wiper relay and module, Blower
relay
46 7.5A Passenger airbag deactivation
indicator, Occupant classification
sensor
47 30A Circuit
BreakerNot used (spare)
48 Relay Accessory delay relay (windows,
automatic dimming rear view
mirror [including microphone and
compass] and door switch III)
Auxiliary Relay with Heated Seats (If Equipped)
Vehicles equipped with heated seats have a relay box located under the
driver seat. This box contains two relays for the driver and passenger
heated seats.
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Battery Relearn
Because your vehicle’s engine is electronically controlled by a computer,
some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery. When
the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the engine must
relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and
performance. To begin this process:
1. With the vehicle at a complete stop, set the parking brake.
2. Put the gearshift in position P (automatic transmission) or the neutral
position (manual transmission), turn off all accessories and start the
engine.
3. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
4. Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.
5. Turn the A/C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.
6. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process.
•The vehicle may need to be driven 10 mi (16 km) or more to relearn
the idle and fuel trim strategy.
•Note:If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim, the idle
quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle trim is
eventually relearned.
When the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed, the
transmission must relearn its adaptive strategy. As a result of this, the
transmission may shift firmly. This operation is considered normal and
will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time the
adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation to its
optimum shift feel.
If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,
the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the battery is
reconnected.
Always dispose of automotive batteries in a responsible manner. Follow
your local authorized standards for disposal. Call your local authorized
recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive batteries.
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