9. Disconnect the positive(+)end of
the jumper cable from the positive (+)
post of the discharged vehicle.
If frequent jump-starting is required
to start your vehicle you should have
the battery and charging system in-
spected at your authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
Accessories plugged into the vehicle
power outlets draw power from the
vehicle’s battery, even when not in
use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Even-
tually, if plugged in long enough
without engine operation, the vehi-
cle’s battery will discharge suffi-
ciently to degrade battery life and/or
prevent the engine from starting.
FREEING A STUCK
VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud,
sand or snow, it can often be moved
using a rocking motion. Turn the steer-
ing wheel right and left to clear the area
around the front wheels. Then shift
back and forth between DRIVE and REVERSE while gently pressing the
accelerator. Use the least amount of
accelerator pedal pressure that will
maintain the rocking motion, without
spinning the wheels or racing the en-
gine.
CAUTION!
Racing the engine or spinning the
wheels may lead to transmission
overheating and failure. Allow the
engine to idle with the transmission
in NEUTRAL for at least one minute
after every five rocking-motion
cycles. This will minimize overheat-
ing and reduce the risk of transmis-
sion failure during prolonged efforts
to free a stuck vehicle.
NOTE:Press the "ESC Off" switch,
to place the Electronic Stability
Control (ESC) system in "Partial Off"
mode before rocking the vehicle. Re-
fer to “Electronic Brake Control Sys-
tem” in “Starting and Operating” for
further information. Once the ve-
hicle has been freed, press the "ESC
Off" switch again to restore "ESC
On" mode.
CAUTION!
When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting between DRIVE and
REVERSE, do not spin the
wheels faster than 24 km/h, or
drivetrain damage may result.
Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to
transmission overheating and
failure. It can also damage the
tires. Do not spin the wheels
above 48 km/h while in gear (no
transmission shifting occurring).
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be danger-
ous. Forces generated by excessive
wheel speeds may cause damage, or
even failure, of the axle and tires. A
tire could explode and injure some-
one. Do not spin your vehicle's
wheels faster than 48 km/h or for
longer than 30 seconds continu-
ously without stopping when you
are stuck and do not let anyone
near a spinning wheel, no matter
what the speed.
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CAUTION!
Damage to the catalytic converter
can result if your vehicle is not kept
in proper operating condition. In
the event of engine malfunction,
particularly involving engine mis-
fire or other apparent loss of perfor-
mance, have your vehicle serviced
promptly. Continued operation of
your vehicle with a severe malfunc-
tion could cause the converter to
overheat, resulting in possible dam-
age to the converter and the vehicle.
NOTE: Intentional tampering
with emissions control systems can
result in civil penalties being as-
sessed against you.
WARNING!
A hot exhaust system can start a fire
if you park over materials that can
burn. Such materials might be
grass or leaves coming into contact
with your exhaust system. Do not
park or operate your vehicle in ar-
eas where your exhaust system can
contact anything that can burn. In unusual situations involving
grossly malfunctioning engine opera-
tion, a scorching odor may indicate
severe and abnormal catalyst over-
heating. If this occurs, the vehicle
should be stopped, the engine shut
OFF and the vehicle allowed to cool.
Thereafter, service, including a
tune-up to manufacturer's specifica-
tions, should be obtained immedi-
ately.
To minimize the possibility of catalyst
damage:
Do not shut OFF the engine or in-
terrupt the ignition when the trans-
mission is in gear and the vehicle is
in motion.
Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle.
Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires disconnected or
removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods
during very rough idling or mal-
functioning operating conditions.
MAINTENANCE-FREE
BATTERY
The top of the maintenance-free bat-
tery is permanently sealed. You will
never have to add water, nor is peri-
odic maintenance required.
WARNING!
Battery fluid is a corrosive acidsolution and can burn or even
blind you. Do not allow battery
fluid to contact your eyes, skin, or
clothing. Do not lean over a bat-
tery when attaching clamps. If
acid splashes in eyes or on skin,
flush the area immediately with
large amounts of water.
Battery gas is flammable and ex- plosive. Keep flame or sparks
away from the battery. Do not use
a booster battery or any other
booster source with an output
greater than 12 Volts. Do not al-
low cable clamps to touch each
other.
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Cellular Phone...........89, 218
Center High Mounted StopLight
..................333
Chains, Tire.............. .265
Changing A Flat Tire.........287
Chart, Tire Sizing............253
Check Engine Light (Malfunction
Indicator Light)
...........174
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety. .68
Checks, Safety...............68
Child Restraint..............56
Child Safety Locks............31
Clean Air Gasoline...........274
CleaningWheels
................322
Climate Control.............219
Coat Hook................156
Coin Holder.............. .156
Cold Weather Operation.......233
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance. .218
Compact Spare Tire..........262
Compass..................186
Compass Calibration..........187
Compass Variance...........187
Computer, Trip/Travel.........185
Connector
UCI
................. .193
Universal Consumer Interface
(UCI)
.................193
Conserving Fuel.............184
Console..................156
Console, Floor..............156
Console, Overhead...........144
Console, Removable..........159
Cool Down, Turbo...........235
Cooling System.............315
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze). .317
Coolant Capacity..........333
Coolant Level........315, 317
Disposal of Used Coolant. . . .317
Drain, Flush, and Refill.....316
Inspection..............317
Points to Remember.......318
Selection of Coolant
(Antifreeze)
......316, 333, 334
Corrosion Protection..........321
Cupholders............151, 324
Data Recorder, Event..........55
Defroster, Windshield..........69
Diagnostic System, Onboard.....307
Diesel Fuel.............275, 334
Diesel Fuel Requirements.......275
Dipsticks
Automatic Transaxle
.......320
Oil (Engine).............308
Power Steering...........245
Disabled Vehicle Towing.......299
DisposalAntifreeze (Engine Coolant)
. .317
Door Locks.................22
Door Locks, Automatic.........24
DrivingThrough Flowing, Rising, or
Shallow Standing Water
.....243
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel
Economy
................184
Electrical Power Outlets.......149
Electric Remote Mirrors.........83
Electronic Brake Control System. .248
Brake Assist System........249
Electronic Speed Control (CruiseControl)
................136
Electronic Stability Control(ESC)
..................249
Electronic Vehicle Information Center(EVIC)
.............143, 178
Emergency, In Case ofHazard Warning Flasher
.....286
Jacking............287, 291
Jump Starting............296
Overheating.............286
Engine.................. .306
Air Cleaner.............309
Break-In Recommendations. . .68
Checking Oil Level........308
349
Compartment............305
Compartment Identification. .305
Coolant (Antifreeze). . . .315, 334
Cooling................315
Exhaust Gas Caution........69
Fails to Start............233
Flooded, Starting.........233
Fuel Requirements........333
Oil............308, 333, 334
Oil Change Interval. . . .184, 308
Oil Filler Cap............306
Oil Filter...............309
Oil Selection.........308, 333
Oil Synthetic............309
Overheating.............286
Starting................231
Temperature Gauge........178
Enhanced Accident Response
Feature
..................53
Entry System, Illuminated.......18
Ethanol..................273
Event Data Recorder...........55
Exhaust Gas Caution........35, 69
Exhaust System..........69, 310
Exterior Folding Mirrors........83
Exterior Lights..............71
Fabric Care................323
Filler Location Fuel..........176
FiltersAir Cleaner
.............309
Air Conditioning......225, 313
Engine Oil..........309, 334
Engine Oil Disposal........309
FlashersHazard Warning
..........286
Turn Signal.......71, 172, 331
Flash-To-Pass............. .132
Flooded Engine Starting.......233
Floor Console..............156
Fluid Capacities.............333
Fluid Leaks.................71
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transaxle
.......320
Brake.................319
Cooling System...........315
Power Steering...........245
Fluids, Lubricants and GenuineParts
.................. .334
Fog Lights.........130, 172, 332
Fog Light Service............332
Fog Lights, Rear............178
Fold in Floor (Stow `n Go)
Seating
.................117
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle........298
Fuel.................272, 275
Adding................275
Additives.............. .274
Conserving..............184
Diesel.............275, 334
Ethanol................273
Filler Cap (Gas Cap). . .176, 275
Filler Door (Gas Cap). . . . . .176
Gasoline.............. .272
Gauge.................176
Light................. .182
Octane Rating........272, 334
Requirements............333
Saver Mode.............184
Specifications............334
Tank Capacity...........333
Fueling.................. .275
Fuel Optimizer..............184
Fuel Saver.................184
Fuses................... .324
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)......275
Gasoline, Clean Air...........274
Gasoline (Fuel).............272
Conserving..............184
Gauges
Coolant Temperature
.......178
Fuel..................176
Speedometer.............176
Tachometer.............172
350
Oil Filter, Change............309
Onboard Diagnostic System.....307
Operator Manual (Owner's Manual)..6
Outside Rearview Mirrors.......82
Overhead Console............144
Overhead Travel InformationCenter
..................144
Overheating, Engine......178, 286
Owner's Manual(Operator Manual)
...........6
Paint Care.................321
Parking Brake............. .245
ParkSense System, Rear.......138
Pedals, Adjustable...........135
Personal Settings............189
Pets, Transporting............68
Phone, Cellular..............89
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect®). .89
Placard, Tire and Loading
Information
............. .256
Power
Door Locks
..............23
Lift Gate................33
Mirrors.................83
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical
Outlet)
................149
Seats..................111
Sliding Door..............29
Steering............244, 245
Windows................26
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts. . .46
Preparation for Jacking........290
PretensionersSeat Belts
................41
Programmable ElectronicFeatures
................189
Radial Ply Tires.............260
Radio Operation.............218
Radio Remote Controls........217
Radio (Sound Systems)........193
Rear Air Conditioning.........222
Rear Camera.............. .143
Rear Cross Path..............87
Rear Fog Lights.............178
Rear ParkSense System........138
Rearview Mirrors.............82
Rear Window Features........160
Reclining Front Seats.........115
Recorder, Event Data..........55
Recreational Towing..........284
Refrigerant................312
Reminder, Seat Belt...........45
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE).....18
Remote Sound System (Radio)
Controls
................217
Removable Floor Console.......159
Repeater Lights, Side.........332
Replacement Keys............16
Replacement Parts...........307
Replacement Tires...........264
Resetting Oil ChangeIndicator
............173, 184
Restraint, Head.............115
Restraints, Child.............56
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck. . . .298
Roof Rack (Luggage Rack).....161
Rotation, Tires............. .266
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle.....69
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle....71
Safety, Exhaust Gas...........69
Safety Information, Tire.......252
Safety Tips.................68
Schedule, Maintenance. . . .340, 343
Seat Belt Maintenance.........324
Seat Belt Reminder............45
Seat Belts.............. .35, 69
Adjustable Shoulder Belt.....39
Adjustable Upper Shoulder
Anchorage
...............39
And Pregnant Women.......46
Child Restraint............56
Front Seat...............36
Inspection...............69
Pretensioners.............41
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