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Grade assist (if equipped) (RTT)Illuminates when grade assist is turned on.
Heads up display (if equipped) A red beam of lights will illuminate on the windshield in certain
instances when using adaptive cruise control and/or the
collision warning system. It will also illuminate momentarily
when you start your vehicle to make sure the display works.
High beams
Illuminates when the high-beam headlamps are on.
Low fuel (RTT) Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near
empty.
Low tire pressure warning Illuminates when your tire pressure is low. If the light remains
on at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be
checked. When the ignition is first turned to on, the light will
illuminate for 3 seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does
not turn on or begins to flash, contact your authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Low washer fluid (RTT)
Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low.
Park lamps Illuminates when the park lamps are on.
Powertrain malfunction/reduced power (RTT) Illuminates when a powertrain or an AWD fault has been
detected. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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Stability Control SystemDisplays when the AdvanceTrac®/Traction control is active. If
the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately.
Stability Control System Off Illuminates when AdvanceTrac®/Traction control has been
disabled by the driver.
Turn signal Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard
warning flasher is turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash
faster, check for a burned out bulb.
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND INDICATORS
Key In Ignition Warning Chime
Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the off or accessory
position and the driver’s door is opened.
Keyless Warning Alert (If Equipped)
Sounds the horn twice when you exit your vehicle with the intelligent
access key, after the last door is closed and your keyless vehicle is in
RUN, indicating your vehicle is still on.
Headlamps On Warning Chime
Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off
(the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.
Parking Brake On Warning Chime
Sounds when you have left the parking brake on and drive your vehicle.
If the warning chime remains on after you have released the parking
brake, have the system checked by your authorized dealer immediately.
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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 position P.
• 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 thecenter console utility
compartment.
2. With the buttons facing the rear of the vehicle and the key ring
up, 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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System DisplayWhen you switch the system on, an overhead graphic of a
vehicle with lane markings will be displayed in the left
instrument cluster display.
If the aid mode is selected after you switch the system on,
arrows will be displayed with the lane markings.
When you switch the system off, the lane marking graphics will no longer
be displayed.
Note: The overhead vehicle graphic may still be displayed if adaptive
cruise control is enabled.
While the system is on, the color of the lane markings will change to
indicate the system status.
Gray: Indicates that the system is temporarily unable to provide a
warning or intervention on the indicated side(s). This may be because:
• the vehicle is under the activation speed
• the turn indicator is active
• the vehicle is in a dynamic maneuver
• the road has no or poor lane markings in the camera field-of-view
• the camera is obscured or unable to detect the lane markings due to
environmental conditions (e.g. significant sun angles or shadows,
snow, heavy rain, fog), traffic conditions (e.g. following a large vehicle
that is blocking or shadowing the lane), or vehicle conditions (e.g.
poor headlamp illumination).
See Troubleshooting for additional information.
Green: Indicates that the system is available or ready to provide a
warning or intervention, on the indicated side(s).
Yellow: Indicates that the system is providing or has just provided a lane
keeping aid intervention.
Red: Indicates that the system is providing or has just provided a lane
keeping alert warning.
The system can be temporarily disabled at any time by the following:
• Quick braking
• Fast acceleration
• Using the turn signal indicator
• Evasive steering maneuver
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System Limitations
WARNING:The collision warning system’s brake support can
only help reduce the speed at which a collision occurs if the
driver applies the vehicle’s brakes. The brake pedal must be pressed
just like any typical braking situation.
Due to the nature of radar technology, there may be certain instances
where vehicles do not provide a collision warning. These include:
• Stationary vehicles or vehicles moving below 6 mph (10 km/h).
• Pedestrians or objects in the roadway.
• Oncoming vehicles in the same lane.
• Severe weather conditions (see blocked sensor section).
• Debris build-up on the grille near the headlamps (see blocked sensor
section).
• Small distance to vehicle ahead.
• Steering wheel and pedal movements are large (very active driving
style).
• High interior temperatures, which may deactivate the illumination or
the warning lamps until the interior temperature reduces (audible
warning still sounds).
Certain conditions may reduce the visibility of the warning lamp;
therefore, it is recommended to keep the audible warning on.
If the front end of the vehicle is hit or damaged, the radar sensing zone
may be altered causing missed or false collision warnings. See your
authorized dealer to have your collision warning radar checked for
proper coverage and operation.
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Fuse or relaynumber Fuse amp
rating Protected components
48 — Not used
49 — Not used
50 15A* Heated mirrors
51 — Not used
52 — Not used
53 — Not used
54 — Not used
55 — Wiper relay
56 — Not used
57 20A* Left high-intensity discharge
headlamp
58 10A* Alternator A-line
59 10A* Brake on/off switch
60 — Not used
61 — Not used
62 10A* A/C clutch relay
63 — Not used
64 15A* Massage control seats
65 30A* Fuel pump relay, Fuel injectors
66 — Powertrain control module relay
67 20A* Oxygen sensor heater, Mass
airflow sensor, Variable camshaft
timing solenoid valve, Canister
vent solenoid, Canister purge
solenoid
68 20A* Ignition coils
69 20A* Vehicle power #1 (powertrain
control module)
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Fuse or relaynumber Fuse amp
rating Protected components
70 15A* A/C clutch, Fan control relay
coils (1-3), Variable air
conditioning compressor,
Auxiliary transmission warmup,
Turbo charge waste-gate control,
Electronic compressor bypass
valve, All-wheel drive module,
Positive crankcase ventilation
heater
71 — Not used
72 — Not used
73 — Not used
74 — Not used
75 — Not used
76 — Not used
77 — Not used
78 20A* Right high-intensity discharge
headlamp
79 — Not used
80 — Not used
81 — Not used
82 — Not used
83 — Not used
84 — Not used
85 — Not used
86 7.5A* Powertrain control module
keep-alive power and relay,
Canister vent solenoid
87 5A* Run/start relay
88 — Run/start relay
89 5A* Front blower relay coil, Electrical
power assist steering module
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Fuse or relaynumber Fuse amp
rating Protected components
90 10A* Powertrain control module
run/start
91 10A* Adaptive cruise control module
92 10A* Anti-lock brake system module,
Adaptive headlamp module
93 5A* Rear window defroster relay
94 30A** Passenger compartment fuse
panel run/start
95 — Not used
96 — Not used
97 — Not used
98 — A/C clutch relay
*Mini Fuses **Cartridge Fuses
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