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IGNITION SWITCH (IF EQUIPPED)
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.
KEYLESS STARTING (IF EQUIPPED)
Note:The keyless starting system may not function if the key is close to
metal objects or electronic devices such as cellular phones.
Note:A valid key must be located inside your vehicle to switch the
ignition on and start the engine.
Note:When locking your vehicle, any remote controls left inside the
vehicle may become disabled. A message may appear in the information
display indicating that there is no key detected if you try to start the
engine. Press the unlock button on the remote control to enable it, and
then start the engine.
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Before starting the engine check the following:
•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.
•Make sure the gearshift is in positionP.
•Turn the ignition key to the on position. If your vehicle is equipped
with a keyless ignition, see the following instructions.
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
Note:Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
2. Turn the key to the start position. Release the key when the engine
starts.
Note:The engine may continue cranking for up to 15 seconds or until it
starts.
Note:If you cannot start the engine on the first try, wait for a short
period and try again.
Vehicles with Keyless Start
Note:Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
2. Press the button.
The system does not function if:
•The key frequencies are jammed.
•The key battery has no charge.
If you are unable to start your vehicle, do the following:
1. Locate the key backup slot in the
center console utility
compartment.
2. With the buttons facing the front
passenger and the key ring at the
rear of the console, place the key
into backup slot.
3. With the key in this position,
press the brake pedal, then the
button to switch the ignition on
and start your vehicle.
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Fast Restart (Vehicles with Keyless Start)
The fast restart feature allows you to restart the engine within
20 seconds of switching it off, even if a valid key is not present.
Within 20 seconds of switching the engine off, press the brake pedal and
press the button. After 20 seconds have expired, you can no longer start
the engine without the key present inside your vehicle.
Once the engine has started, it remains running until you press the button,
even if the system does not detect a valid key. If you open and close a door
while the engine is running, the system searches for a valid key. You cannot
start the engine if the system does not detect a valid key within 20 seconds.
Failure to Start
If you cannot start the engine after three attempts, wait 10 seconds and
follow this procedure:
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
2. Fully press the accelerator pedal and hold it there.
3. Start the engine.
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle Is Stationary
1. Move the transmission selector lever to positionP.
2. If your vehicle has an ignition key, turn the key to the off position. If
your vehicle has a keyless start system, press the button once.
3. Apply the parking brake.
Note:This switches off the ignition, all electrical circuits, warning lamps
and indicators.
Note:If the engine is idling for 30 minutes, the ignition and engine
automatically shut down.
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle Is Moving
WARNING:Switching off the engine when the vehicle is still
moving will result in a loss of brake and steering assistance. The
steering will not lock, but higher effort will be required. When the
ignition is switched off, some electrical circuits, including air bags,
warning lamps and indicators may also be off. If the ignition was turned
off accidentally, you can shift into Neutral and restart the engine.
1.If your vehicle has an ignition key,move the transmission
selector lever to positionNand use the brakes to bring your vehicle
to a safe stop. When your vehicle has stopped, move the transmission
selector lever to positionPand turn the key to the off position.
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2.If your vehicle has a keyless start system,move the transmission
selector lever to positionNand use the brakes to bring your vehicle
to a safe stop. When your vehicle has stopped, move the transmission
selector lever to positionPand switch the ignition off by pressing
and holding the button for one second, or pressing it three times
within two seconds.
3. Apply the parking brake.
Your vehicle may have remote start capability. Refer toRemote startin
theKeys and Remote Controlchapter.
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
WARNING:If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have
this checked immediately. Do not drive your vehicle if you smell
exhaust fumes. Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take
precautions to avoid its dangerous effects.
Important Ventilating Information
If you stop your vehicle and leave the engine idling for long periods, we
recommend that you do one of the following:
•Open the windows at least 1 inch (2.5 centimeters).
•Set your climate control to outside air.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Failure to follow engine block heater instructions
could result in property damage or personal injury.
WARNING:Do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical
systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. There is a risk of
electrical shock.
Note:The heater is most effective when outdoor temperatures are below
0°F (-18°C).
The heater acts as a starting aid by warming the engine coolant. This
allows the climate control system to respond quickly. The equipment
includes a heater element (installed in the engine block) and a wire
harness. You can connect the system to a grounded 120–volt A/C
electrical source.
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7. Leave the transmission in positionN.
•If your vehicle has an ignition key, turn the ignition as far as it
goes toward the off position (it does not turn fully off when the
transmission is in positionN.)You must leave the key in the
ignition while towing. To lock and unlock your vehicle, use the
keyless entry keypad or extra set of keys.
•If your vehicle has intelligent access, turn the ignition off by
pressing the engine START/STOP button once without pressing on
the brake pedal. You do not need to leave your keys in the
vehicle. You can lock and unlock your vehicle as you normally do.
WARNING:Do not disconnect the battery during recreational
towing. Doing so will prevent the transfer case from shifting
properly and may cause the vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in
P (Park).
WARNING:Shifting the transfer case to its neutral position for
recreational towing may cause the vehicle to be able to roll even
if the transmission is in P (Park). The driver or others could be injured.
Make sure the foot brake is depressed and the vehicle is in a secure
and safe position while the transfer case is being shifted to its neutral
position.
WARNING:Failing to put the transfer case in its neutral position
will damage vehicle components.
Note:You can check four-wheel-down towing status at any time by
opening the driver’s door or turning the ignition to the accessory or on
position and verifying theNEUTRAL TOW ENABLED LEAVE
TRANSMISSION IN NEUTRALmessage displays in the cluster.
Exiting four-wheel-down towing
To exit four-wheel-down towing and return the transfer case to its 2H
position:
1. With your vehicle still properly secured to the tow vehicle, put the
ignition in the on position:
•If your vehicle has an ignition key, turn the key to on. Do not
start the engine.
•If your vehicle has intelligent access, press the engine
START/STOP button twice without pressing the brake pedal. Do
not start the engine.
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Sound
Press the Settings icon >Sound,then select from the
following:
Sound Settings
Bass DSP*
Midrange Occupancy Mode*
Treble Speed Compensated Volume
Set Balance and Fade
*If equipped.
Vehicle
Press the Settings icon >Vehicle,then select from the
following:
•Ambient Lighting.
•Vehicle Health Report.
•Door Keypad Code.
•Camera Settings.
•Enable Valet Mode.
Ambient Lighting (If Equipped)
When activated, ambient lighting illuminates footwells and cupholders
with a choice of colors. To access and make adjustments:
1. Press the Settings icon >Vehicle>Ambient Lighting.
2. Touch the desired color.
3. Use the scroll bar to increase or decrease the intensity.
To turn the feature on or off, press the power button.
Vehicle Health Report
Turn Automatic Reminders on and off and set the mileage interval at
which you would like to receive the reports. Press?for more information
on these selections.
When done making your selections, pressRun Vehicle Health Report
Nowif you want your report.
Door Keypad Code
To change the keypad code for your keyless entry keypad system:
1. Press the Settings icon >Vehicle>Door Keypad Code.
2. Enter your current factory code, then, when prompted, enter your
new code.
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Hazard flashers .........................270
HD Radio™ ...............................450
Headlamps
aiming ......................................306
autolamp system .................93–94
bulb specifications ..................312
checking alignment ................306
flash to pass ..............................92
high beam .................................92
replacing bulbs .......................308
Head restraints .........................149
Heated steering wheel ..............498
Heating ......................136, 138, 140
Help ............................................497
Hill descent mode .....................219
Hill start assist ..........................213
Homelink wireless control
system ........................................168
Hood ..........................................291
How to use voice
commands .................................444
I
Ignition ...............................178, 355
Illuminated visor mirror ...........102
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................193
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................318
cluster ......................................107
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................94
Intelligent Access Key ................56J
Jack ............................................347
positioning ...............................347
storage .....................................347
Joining two calls
(multiparty/conference call) ....394
Jump-starting your vehicle ......271
K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................71
keypad .......................................77
locking and unlocking doors ....78
programming entry code .........77
Keys .......................................55, 80
positions of the ignition .........178
L
Lamps
autolamp system .................93–94
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................312
headlamps, flash to pass ..........92
instrument panel, dimming .....94
interior lamps ...........................95
replacing bulbs ...............308, 311
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................95
LATCH anchors ...........................23
Liftgate ..................................73–74
Lights, warning and indicator ..107
Listening to music ....................447
Loading instructions .................244
Load limits .................................238
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SecuriCode keyless entry
system ..........................................77
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ..........................................79
Selecting your media source
(USB, Line in, BT audio) .........418
Sending new text messages .....471
Setting a destination ................502
Setting a destination by
voice ...........................................502
Settings ......................................486
Setting the clock ...............370, 486
Side air curtain ...........................50
Side-curtain airbags system .......50
SIRIUS® satellite radio ....370, 455
SIRIUS satellite radio voice
commands .................................457
SIRIUS Travel Link ...................478
SIRIUS Travel Link voice
commands .................................480
Snowplowing ...............................15
SOS Post Crash Alert .................46
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................355, 360
Special notice
ambulance conversions ............15
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................356
Stability system .........................217
Starting your vehicle ................179
jump starting ..........................271
push button start system .......178
Steering wheel ............................83
controls ......................................85
tilting .........................................83Sun visor ....................................102
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) (see airbags) ....................47
Supported media file types ......464
Supported player, media
formats and metadata
information ................................464
Suspension ................................236
SYNC® AppLink™ ...................413
SYNC® customer
support ..............................387, 440
SYNC® Services ................410, 474
System settings .........................489
T
Temperature control
(see Climate control) ..............136,
138, 140, 498
Text messaging .................398, 470
Text messaging (sending,
downloading, deleting) .....398, 400
Third-row power fold seat .......167
Tilt steering wheel ......................83
Tires ...........................326–327, 347
alignment ................................340
care ..........................................326
changing ..........................347, 349
checking the pressure ............336
inflating ...................................334
label .........................................333
replacing ..................................338
rotating ....................................341
safety practices .......................340
sidewall information ...............329
snow tires and chains ............341
spare tire .................................347
terminology .............................328
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