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press the Apps button on the 8.4-inch touchscreen to get
started. Detailed registration instructions can be found
on the next page.
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hicles purchased within the continental United States and
Alaska. Services can only be used where coverage is
available; see coverage map for details.
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Theft Alarm Notification
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Register (8.4A/8.4AN)
1. Press theAppsbutton on the bottom of the 8.4-inch
touchscreen.
2. If a pop-up message appears, pressRegisteror go to
theFavorite Appsmenu and pressUconnect® Regis-
tration.
3. Read through the registration instructions. Enter and
confirm your personal email address. Then press
Send.
4. Check your personal inbox for an email from
Uconnect® Access.
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!BRAKE SYSTEM.......................518
!ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM . . . .519
▫Anti-Lock Brake System................519
▫Traction Control System (TCS)............521
▫Brake Assist System (BAS)...............522
▫Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)..........523
▫Hill Start Assist (HSA).................523
▫Hill Descent Control (HDC) — If Equipped . . .526
▫Selec Speed Control (SSC) — If Equipped . . . .530
▫Electronic Stability Control (ESC)..........533
▫ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And
ESC OFF Indicator Light................538
▫Trailer Sway Control (TSC)...............539
▫Ready Alert Braking (RAB)...............540
▫Rain Brake Support (RBS)................540
!TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION.............540
▫Tire Markings........................540
▫Tire Identification Number (TIN)...........544
▫Tire Terminology And Definitions..........546
▫Tire Loading And Tire Pressure...........547
!TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION........552
▫Tire Pressure........................552
▫Tire Inflation Pressures.................553
▫Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation . . . .555
▫Radial Ply Tires......................555
▫Tire Types...........................556
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To Manually Turn Off The Stop/Start System
1. Press the STOP/START Off switch (located on the
switch bank). The light on the switch will illuminate.
2. The “STOP/START OFF” message will appear in
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) or
Driver Information Display (DID). Refer to “Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” or “Driver Infor-
mation Display (DID)” in “Understanding Your In-
strument Panel” for further information.
3. At the next vehicle stop (after turning off the STOP/
START system) the engine will not be stopped.
4. The STOP/START system will reset itself back to an
ON condition every time the ignition is turned off and
back on.
To Manually Turn On The Stop/Start System
Press the STOP/START Off switch (located on the switch
bank). The light on the switch will turn off.
System Malfunction
If there is a malfunction in the STOP/START system, the
system will not shut down the engine. A “SERVICE
STOP/START SYSTEM” message will appear in the
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) or Driver
Information Display (DID). Refer to “Electronic Vehicle
STOP/START OFF Switch
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Fuel Economy (ECO) Mode
The Fuel Economy (ECO) mode can improve the vehi-
cle’s overall fuel economy during normal driving condi-
tions. To activate ECO mode press the “Controls” button
on the touchscreen and then press the “ECO” button on
the touchscreen. When ECO mode is engaged a green
light in the center stack of the instrument panel will be
illuminated and a green ECO light will also illuminate in
the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) or
Driver Information Display (DID). In 4WD models, ECO
mode is only active in ’4WD Auto’ driving mode. If you
switch to another driving mode the ECO button will turn
grey and the ECO light in the instrument panel will
disappear indicating it is no longer in ECO mode. It will
automatically re-enable ECO mode when you switch
back into 4WD Auto.
Nine-Speed Automatic Transmission
The transmission gear range (PRND) is displayed both
beside the shift lever and in the Electronic Vehicle Infor-
mation Center (EVIC)/Driver Information Display
(DID). To select a gear range, press the lock button on the
shift lever and move the lever rearward or forward. You
must also press the brake pedal to shift the transmission
out of PARK, or to shift from NEUTRAL into DRIVE or
REVERSE when the vehicle is stopped or moving at low
speeds (refer to#Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock Sys-
tem#in this section). Select the DRIVE range for normal
driving.
The electronically-controlled transmission provides a
precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are
self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new
vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal
condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few
hundred miles (kilometers).
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If the transmission temperature exceeds normal operat-
ing limits, the transmission controller may modify the
transmission shift schedule, reduce engine torque,
and/or expand the range of torque converter clutch
engagement. This is done to prevent transmission dam-
age due to overheating.
If the transmission becomes extremely hot, the “Trans-
mission Temperature Warning Light” may illuminate and
the transmission may operate differently until the trans-
mission cools down.
During cold temperatures, transmission operation may
be modified depending on engine and transmission
temperature as well as vehicle speed. This feature im-
proves warm up time of the engine and transmission to
achieve maximum efficiency. Engagement of the torque
converter clutch, and shifts into 8th or 9th gear, are
inhibited until the transmission fluid is warm (refer to the
“Note” under “Torque Converter Clutch” in this section).
Normal operation will resume once the transmission
temperature has risen to a suitable level.
SPORT — IF EQUIPPED
This mode alters the transmission’s automatic shift
schedule for sportier driving. Upshift speeds are in-
creased to make full use of available engine power.
SPORT mode is activated using the rotary switch on the
center console. Refer to#Selec-Terrain#in this section for
further information.
Transmission Limp Home Mode
Transmission function is monitored electronically for
abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could
result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home
Mode is activated. In this mode, the transmission remains
in fourth gear regardless of which forward gear is
selected. PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue
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to operate. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may be
illuminated. Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle to be
driven to an authorized dealer for service without dam-
aging the transmission.
In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission
can be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the
following steps:
1. Stop the vehicle.
2. Shift the transmission into PARK.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
4. Wait approximately 10 seconds.
5. Restart the engine.
6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the problem is no
longer detected, the transmission will return to normal
operation.
NOTE:Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom-
mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your
earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has
diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could
recur. If the transmission cannot be reset, authorized
dealer service is required.
Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation
The Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control allows the
driver to limit the highest available gear. For example, if
you shift the transmission into 5 (fifth gear), the trans-
mission will not shift above fifth gear, but will shift
through the lower gears normally.
You can switch between DRIVE and ERS mode at any
vehicle speed. When the shift lever is in the DRIVE
position, the transmission will operate automatically,
shifting between all available gears.
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Moving the shift lever to the ERS position (beside
DRIVE) will activate ERS mode, display the current gear
in the instrument cluster, and maintain that gear as the
top available gear. Once in ERS mode, moving the shift
lever forward (-) or rearward (+) will change the top
available gear.
To exit ERS mode, simply return the shift lever to the
DRIVE position.
WARNING!
Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a
slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their
grip and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or
personal injury.
NOTE:To select the proper gear position for maximum
deceleration (engine braking), move the shift lever into
the ERS position, then simply press and hold it forward
(-). The transmission will shift to the range from which
the vehicle can best be slowed down.
Torque Converter Clutch
A feature designed to improve fuel economy has been
included in the automatic transmission on your vehicle.
A clutch within the torque converter engages automati-
cally at calibrated speeds. This may result in a slightly
different feeling or response during normal operation in
the upper gears. When the vehicle speed drops or during
some accelerations, the clutch automatically disengages.
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NOTE:Refer to “Selec-Terrain® – If Equipped” for fur-
ther information on the various positions and their
intended usages.
Shifting Procedures
Shifting Into 4X4 LOW
With the vehicle at speeds of 0 to 3 mph (0 to 5 km/h), the
ignition switch in the ON position and the engine run-
ning, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL, and press
the “4WD LOW” button once. The “4WD LOW” indica-
tor light in the instrument cluster will begin to flash and
remain on solid when the shift is complete.Selec-Terrain Switch
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