Indicators
- Turn Signal Indicators
- High Beam Indicator
- Front Fog Light Indicator
-Front Axle Lock Indicator*
- Rear Axle Lock Indicator*
-Vehicle Security Indicator*
- 4WD Indicator*
- Sway Bar Indicator*
- Electronic Stability Con-trol (ESC) Off Indicator
- Cruise Indicator
Odometer Messages
ECO - Fuel Saver Indicator LoW tirE* - Low Tire Pressure
door - Door Ajar
HOTOIL* - Transmission Temperature
Warning Message
gASCAP - Fuel Cap Fault CHAngE OIL* - Change Engine Oil
gATE* - Swing Gate Ajar
noFUSE* - Fuse Fault
* If equipped
** Bulb Check with Key On
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ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and
axle) in your vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles
(100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws
contributes to a good break-in. Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be
detrimental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high-quality energy
conserving type lubricant. Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate
conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. For the recommended viscosity
and quality grades, refer to “Maintaining Your Vehicle.”
NOTE:
A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers)
of operation. This should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not
interpreted as an indication of an engine problem or malfunction.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may
result.
TURN SIGNAL/LIGHTS LEVER
Headlights/Parking Lights/Automatic
Headlights
• Rotate the end of the lever to the firstdetent for parking lights
, the
second detent for headlights
, and
the third detent for AUTO.
• When set to AUTO, the system auto- matically turns the headlights on or off
based on ambient light levels.
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EVIC Main Menu
• To step to each main menu feature press and release the MENU button once foreach step. A step from the last item in the list will cause the first item in the
feature list to be displayed. The following features are in the Main menu:• Compass, Outside Temperature, and ECO display
• Digital Speedometer
• Average Fuel Economy
• Distance to Empty
• Elapsed Time
• Vehicle Information
• Coolant Temp
• Oil Pressure
• Transmission Temp
• Oil Life Remaining (Automatic Oil Change Indicator)
• EVIC Units Selection
• System Status
• Personal Settings
• Tire PSI
Compass Calibration
This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to set the compass
manually. When the vehicle is new, the compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will
display “CAL” until the compass is calibrated.
You may also calibrate the compass by completing one or more 360 degree turns (in
an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL” message displayed
in the EVIC turns off. The compass will now function normally.
ECO
• The ECO message will appear in your EVIC display whenever you are driving in a fuel efficient manner.
• This feature allows you to monitor when you are driving in a fuel efficient manner, and it can be used to modify driving habits in order to increase fuel economy.
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- Air Bag Warning Light
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have thevehicle serviced by an authorized service center immediately.
Fuel Cap/Loose Gas Cap Message
• If a “gas cap” message (shown as Check Fuel Cap) appears, tighten the gas capuntil a “clicking” sound is heard.
• Press the odometer reset button to turn the message off.
• If the message continues to appear for more than three days after tightening the gas cap, see your authorized service center.
Oil Change EVIC Indicator
Message
If an “oil change” message (shown as “Change Oil Soon” and “Oil Change Needed”)
appears and a single chime sounds, it is time for your next required oil change.
Resetting The Light After Servicing
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (do not start engine).
2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal three times within 10 seconds.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position.
HOTOIL – Transmission Temperature Warning Message
• The HOTOIL cluster message will appear in the odometer accompanied with achime to indicate that there is excessive transmission fluid temperature that might
occur with severe usage such as trailer towing.
• It may also occur when operating the vehicle in a high torque converter slip condition, such as 4-wheel-drive operation (e.g., snow plowing, off-road opera-
tion).
• If this HOTOIL message turns on, stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle or faster, with the transmission in NEUTRAL until the message turns off.
CAUTION!
Continuous driving with the Transmission Temperature HOTOIL Warning message
illuminated will eventually cause severe transmission damage and transmission
failure.
WARNING!
Continued operation with the Transmission Temperature HOTOIL Warning mes-
sage illuminated could cause the fluid to boil over, come into contact with the hot
engine or exhaust components causing a fire that may result in personal injury.
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E85 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 “Change Oil” or “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).
On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) equipped vehicles, “Oil Change
Required” will be displayed in the EVIC and a single chime will sound, indicating that
an oil change is necessary.
On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, “Change Oil” will flash in the instrument cluster
odometer and a single chime will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary.
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 Emergen-
cies” in this guide or “Instrument Cluster Descriptions” or “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in the
Owner’s Manual on your DVD for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles
(16,000 km) or twelve months, whichever comes first.
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Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and
off road environment. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, powersteering and automatic transmission, and fill as needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required mainte-
nance intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
• Change oil and filter
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil
indicator system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped with dipstick
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses
• Inspect exhaust system
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions
• Inspect all door latches for presence of grease, reapply if necessary.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
• What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking? pg. 100
• How do I change a flat tire? pg. 106
• How do I Jump-Start my vehicle? pg. 111
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
• Where is my Fuse Block located? pg. 127
• What type of oil do I use? pg. 119
• How often should I change my engine’s oil? pg. 121
• What should my tire pressure be set at? pg. 130
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Airbag..................13
Air Conditioning ............30
Air Recirculation ............30
Alarm Arm The System ..........11
Disarm The System ........12
Vehicle Security Alarm ......11
Alarm (Security Alarm) .........11
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .....119
Anti-Lock Warning Light .......103
Assistance Towing ..........100
Audio Jack ........49, 52, 55, 60
Audio Settings ........48, 51, 54
Audio Systems (Radio) .........48
Automatic Headlights .........24
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ............30
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle .............24
Bulb Replacement ..........131
Calibration, Compass .........89
Capacities, Fluid ...........119
CD (Compact Disc) Player . .49, 52, 55
Change Oil Indicator .........104
Changing A Flat Tire .........106
Charging System Light ........103
Child Restraints Car Seat ...............14
Child Restraints ..........14
Child Seat Installation . . . .16, 17
Installing Child Restraints Using
The Vehicle Seat Belt .....16, 17
Lower Anchors And Tethers
For Children ..........14, 16
Using The Top Tether
Anchorage ..............16
Child Seat ................16
Climate Control .............30
Clock Setting .......48, 50, 53, 56
Cluster Warning/Indicator Lights Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light . .103
Charging System Light .....103
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
Indicator Light ..........103
Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL) ............102 Oil Pressure Warning Light . . .103
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) Light
...........100
Compass Calibration ..........89
Cooling System Coolant Capacity .........119
Selection of Coolant
(Antifreeze) ........... .119
Cruise
Control (Speed Control) ....27
Customer Assistance .........132
Defects, Reporting ..........133
Dimmer Control .............25
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ......25
Disabled Vehicle Towing .......100
Disarming, Security System ......12
Door Locks ...............10
Driver Cockpit ............6,47
ECO ...................89
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...........27
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . .100
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator ..............103
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ...........103
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ..........88, 90
Emergency, In Case of Brake Warning Light .......102
Jacking ..............106
Overheating ............105
Towing ...............100
Engine Break-In Recommendations . . .24
Compartment ...........118
Fuel Requirements ........119
Oil .................119
Oil Selection ...........119
Overheating ............105
Event Data Recorder .........116
Exterior Lights .............131
FAQ...................135
Flash-To-Pass ..............25
Flexible Fuel Vehicles ........121
Fluid Capacities ............119
INDEX
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