Press the OK button 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® Action
Message
The system has detected a condition that requires service.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Service AdvanceTrac
Alarm Action
Message
Alarm triggered due to unauthorized entry. See Passive Anti-Theft System (page 64).
Vehicle Alarm To Stop
Alarm, Start Vehicle.
Battery and Charging System (High Voltage) Action
Message
Your vehicle needs confirmation it is unplugged before
allowing to power on. You must make sure your vehicle is
unplugged and you respond to the message prompt before
powering on your vehicle.
Vehicle Plugged In ? Yes
No
Your vehicle is ready to drive.
Ready to Drive
Your vehicle detects it is still plugged in and you attempt to
start it.
Unplug Prior to Starting
Vehicle
Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and power it
off. Contact an authorized dealer.
Elec system overvoltage
Stop safely
Warning of a low 12–volt battery condition. Turn off all
unneeded electrical accessories. Contact an authorized dealer.
Battery low See manual
The estimated range is 10 mi (16 km) or 15 mi (24 km) for
MyKey. Your vehicle needs to be charged soon.
Low Battery
The estimated range is 10 mi (16 km) or 15 mi (24 km) for
MyKey and the climate system is in use. Turn off unneeded
climate system operation to increase your vehicle range.
Low Battery Reduce
Climate use for more range
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Lighting
Action
Message
Displays when the brake lamp bulb has burned out. Contact an authorized dealer.
Brake lamp Bulb fault
Displays when the low beam headlamp bulb has burned out.Contact an authorized dealer.
Low beam Bulb fault
Displays when an electrical system problem occurs with theheadlamp system. Contact an authorized dealer.
Headlamp fault Service
req'd
Maintenance Action
Message
Indicates the brake fluid level is low and the brake system
should be inspected immediately. See Maintenance (page
169).
Brake fluid level low
Service now
Displays when the brake system needs servicing. Stop yourvehicle in a safe place. Contact an authorized dealer.
Brake system fault Stop
safely
Displays when the motor coolant temperature is excessively high.
Motor Coolant Over
Temperature
Displayed when the kit needs service. See your authorized dealer.
Service Tire Mobility Kit
Informs you that the powertrain needs service due to apowertrain malfunction.
See Manual
Displays when the washer fluid is low and needs to be refilled.See
Maintenance (page 169).
Washer Fluid Level Low
MyKey Action
Message
Displays when MyKey is active.
MyKey Active Drive
Safely
Displays when starting the vehicle and MyKey is in use andthe MyKey speed limit is on.
Speed Limited to xx
MPH/km/h
Displays when a MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit is
on and the vehicle speed is approaching 80 mph (130 km/h).
Near Vehicle Top Speed
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Power Steering
Action
Message
The power steering system has detected a condition thatrequires service. Contact an authorized dealer.
Service Power Steering
The power steering system has detected a condition within
the power steering system that requires service immediately. Contact an authorized dealer.
Service Power Steering
Now
The power steering system has disabled power steering assistdue to a system error. Contact an authorized dealer.
Power Steering Assist
Fault
The power steering system has detected a condition thatrequires service. Contact an authorized dealer.
Steering fault Service
now
The power steering system has detected a condition within
the power steering system that requires service immediately. Contact an authorized dealer.
Steering loss Stop safely
Remote Start Action
Message
Displayed when the remote start system is active.
Remote Start Active
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Action
Message
One or more tires on your vehicle has low tire pressure. SeeTire Pressure Monitoring System (page 216).
Low Tire Pressure
The tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning. If thewarning stays on or continues to come on, contact an
authorized dealer. See
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (page 216).
Tire Pressure Monitor
Fault
A tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire isin use. For more information on how the system operatesunder these conditions.
See Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (page 216). If the warning stays on or continues to
come on, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Tire Pressure Sensor
Fault
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STARTING THE ELECTRIC
MOTOR
Keyless Starting
Note:
The system may not function if the
passive key is close to metal objects or
electronic devices, for example keys or a cell
phone.
Note: A valid passive key must be located
inside your vehicle to switch the ignition on
and start your vehicle.
Note: Passive keys left inside your vehicle
when locked are disabled. A message may
appear in the information display indicating
that there is no key detected when you try
to start your vehicle. Press the unlock
button on the remote control to enable it,
and then start your vehicle.
Ignition Modes The keyless starting system has three
modes:
•
Off: Turns the ignition off. Without
applying the brake pedal, press and
release the power button once when
the ignition is in the on mode, or when
the vehicle is on but not moving.
• On:
All electrical circuits are
operational and the warning lamps and
indicators illuminate. Without applying
the brake pedal, press and release the
power button once from off mode.
• Start:
Starts your vehicle. Press the
brake pedal, and then press the power
button for a couple of seconds. The
green ready to drive indicator lamp
illuminates in the instrument cluster
when your vehicle is ready to drive.
Starting Your Vehicle
Before starting your vehicle, check the
following:
• Make sure all the 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 lever is in park
(P).
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Fully depress the brake pedal.
2. Press the power button.
Note: You will not hear any engine noise.
The system does not function if:
• The passive key frequencies are
jammed.
• The key battery has no charge.
If you are unable to start your vehicle,
follow the steps below.
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1. Open the floor console storage
compartment lid.
2. Remove the tray. 3.
Place the key flat on the symbol at the
bottom of the floor console storage
compartment.
4. With the key in this position, press the brake pedal, then press the power
button to switch the ignition on and
start your vehicle. Fast Restart
The fast restart feature allows you to
restart your vehicle within 10 seconds of
switching it off, even if it does not detect
a valid passive key.
Within 10 seconds of switching your vehicle
off, press the brake pedal and press the
power button. After 10 seconds, you can
no longer start your vehicle if it does not
detect a valid passive key.
Once your vehicle has started, it remains
running until you press the power button,
even if it does not detect a valid passive
key. If you open and close a door while your
vehicle is running, the system searches for
a valid passive key. You cannot start your
vehicle if the system does not detect a
valid passive key within 10 seconds.
SWITCHING OFF THE
ELECTRIC MOTOR
WARNING
Switching off the electric motor
when your 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. With the
ignition switched off some electrical
circuits, warning lamps and indicators may
also be off. Failure to follow this warning
could result in serious personal injury or
death. When your vehicle is not moving and the
electric motor is on or the ignition is in
accessory mode, press and release the
power button without pressing the brake
pedal. This will shut off the electric motor
and all electrical accessories.
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When your vehicle is moving, press the
power button three times within two
seconds or press and hold for at least one
second. Move the transmission selector
lever to position N and use the brakes to
bring your vehicle to a safe stop. When your
vehicle has come to a complete stop,
move the transmission selector lever to
position
P.
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1. Press the START/STOP button to
power off your vehicle.
2. Press the brake pedal and press the START/STOP
button.
3. If your vehicle is not powered after this
sequence, repeat steps 1 and 2 up to
two more times.
Note: During this process, your vehicle
detects if the electrical system is safe and
reactivates. Once your vehicle determines
the electrical system safe, you can start your
vehicle as you would normally by pressing
the brake in combination with the
START/STOP
button.
Note: In the event your vehicle does not
reactivate after the third power cycle,
contact an authorized dealer.
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Single Speed Automatic
Transmission
WARNING
Always set the parking brake fully
and make sure you shift the gearshift
lever to park (P). Switch the ignition
off and remove the key whenever you leave
your vehicle. The single speed transmission is built
specifically to handle the high rotational
speed range of an electric motor.
Gearshift Lever Positions
Park.
P
Reverse.
R
Neutral.
N
Drive.
D
Low.L
Press the button on the gearshift lever to
change to each position.
The gearshift lever position appears in the
information display. Park (P)
In this position, power is not transmitted
to the drive wheels and the transmission
is locked. You can start the electric motor
with the gearshift lever in this position.
Reverse (R)
With the gearshift lever in reverse (R), the
vehicle moves backward. Always come to
a complete stop before shifting into and
out of reverse (R).
Neutral (N)
In this position, power is not transmitted
to the drive wheels but the transmission is
not locked. You can start the electric motor
with the gearshift lever in this position.
Drive (D)
The normal position for driving your vehicle.
The transmission operates in a single gear
built specifically to handle the electric
motor output.
Low (L)
Use this position for maximum motor
braking, for example when driving down a
steep hill. You can select this position at
any vehicle speed.
Brake-Shift Interlock
WARNINGS
Do not drive your vehicle until you
verify that the brake lamps are
working.
When performing this procedure, you
will be taking the vehicle out of park
which means the vehicle can roll
freely. To avoid unwanted vehicle
movement, always fully set the parking
brake prior to performing this procedure.
Use wheel chocks if appropriate.
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