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release the OK button. To reset the oil change indicator
system (after performing the scheduled maintenance)
refer to the following procedure.
1. Without pushing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE
START/STOP button and cycle the ignition to the
ON/RUN position (do not start the engine.)
2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times
within 10 seconds.
3. Without pushing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE
START/STOP button once to return the ignition to the
OFF/LOCK position.
NOTE:If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not
reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
DID Red Telltales
This area will show reconfigurable red telltales. These
telltales include:
•Charging System Light
This light shows the status of the electrical charg-
ing system. If the light stays on or comes on while
driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-essential
electrical devices or increase engine speed (if at idle). If
the charging system light remains on, it means that the
vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging
system. Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. See an autho-
rized dealer.
If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting
Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”.
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•Oil Temperature Warning Light
This telltale indicates engine oil temperature is
high. If the light turns on while driving, stop
the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as
possible.
•Liftgate Open Warning Light
This telltale is on when the Trailer Brake has
been disconnected.
DID Yellow Telltales
This area will show reconfigurable yellow caution tell-
tales. These telltales include:
•Forward Collision Telltale
This telltale will turn on warn you of a possible
collision with the vehicle in front of you.
•Service Stop/Start System Telltale — If Equipped
This telltale will turn on to indicate the Stop/
Start system is not functioning properly and
service is required.
•Service Adaptive Cruise Control Telltale
This light will turn on when a ACC is not
operating and needs service. For further infor-
mation, refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC)” in “Understanding The Features Of
Your Vehicle”.
•Low Fuel Telltale
When the fuel level reaches approximately 3.0 gal
(11.0 L) this light will turn on, and remain on until
fuel is added.
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entire surroundings” across the top of the screen. After
five seconds, this note will disappear. To make your
selection, press the “ParkView® Backup Camera Active
Guidelines” button on the touchscreen and make your
selection. Press arrow button on the touchscreen to return
to the previous menu.
•ParkView® Backup Camera Delay
When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera
delay turned OFF), the rear camera mode is exited and
the navigation or audio screen appears again. When the
vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera delay
turned ON), the rear view image with dynamic grid lines
will be displayed for up to 10 seconds after shifting out of
“REVERSE” unless the forward vehicle speed exceeds
8 mph (12 km/h), the transmission is shifted into PARK
or the ignition is switched to the OFF position. To set the
ParkView® Backup Camera Delay push the MORE but-
ton on the faceplate, the “settings” button on the touch-
screen, then the “Safety & Driving Assistance” button on
the touchscreen. Press the “Parkview Backup camera
Delay” button on the touchscreen to turn the ParkView®
Delay ON or OFF.
•Rain Sensing Auto Wipers
When this feature is selected, the system will automati-
cally activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture
on the windshield. To make your selection, press the
“Rain Sensing” button on the touchscreen and make your
selection. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen
to return to the previous menu.
•Hill Start Assist — If Equipped
When this feature is selected, the Hill Start Assist (HSA)
system is active. Refer to “Electronic Brake Control
System” in “Starting And Operating” for system function
and operating information. To make your selection, press
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Safety & Driving Assistance
After pressing the “Safety & Driving Assistance” button
on the touchscreen the following settings will be avail-
able:
•Forward Collision Warning — If Equipped
The Front Collision Warning (FCW) feature provides an
audible and/or visual warning to potential forward
collisions. The feature can be can be set to Far, or set to
Near. The default status of FCW is the Far setting. This
means the system will warn you of a possible collision
with the vehicle in front of you when you are farther
away. This gives you the most reaction time. To change
the setting for more dynamic driving, select the Near
setting. This warns you of a possible collision when you
are much closer to the vehicle in front of you. To change
the FCW status, press and release the “Near” or “Far”
button. Then press the back arrow button on the touch-
screen.
For further information, refer to “Adaptive Cruise Con-
trol (ACC)” in “Understanding The Features Of Your
Vehicle”.
•Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Active Braking —
If Equipped
The FCW system includes Advanced Brake Assist (ABA).
When this feature is selected, the ABA applies additional
brake pressure when the driver requests insufficient
brake pressure to avoid a potential frontal collision. The
ABA system becomes active at 5 mph (8 km/h). To make
your selection, press the “Forward Collision Warning
(FCW) with Mitigation - Active Braking” button on the
touchscreen, until a check-mark appears next to setting,
indicating that the setting had been selected. Press the
back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the
previous menu. For further information, refer to “For-
ward Collision Warning (FCW) With Mitigation” in “Un-
derstanding The Features Of Your Vehicle.”
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had been selected. Press the back arrow button on the
touchscreen to return to the previous menu.
•Hill Start Assist — If Equipped
When this feature is selected, the Hill Start Assist (HSA)
system is active. Refer to “Electronic Brake Control
System” in “Starting And Operating” for system function
and operating information. To make your selection, press
the “Hill Start Assist” button on the touchscreen, until a
check-mark appears next to setting, indicating that the
setting had been selected. Press the back arrow button on
the touchscreen to return to the previous menu.
Lights
After pressing the Lights button on the touchscreen the
following settings will be available.
•Headlight Off Delay
When this feature is selected, it allows adjustment of the
amount of time the headlights remain on after the engine
is shut off. To change the Headlights Off Delay setting,
press the “+” or “-” button on the touchscreen to select
your desired time interval, and choose either 0 sec, 30 sec,
60 sec or 90 seconds. Press the back arrow button on the
touchscreen to return to the previous menu, or push the
back button on the faceplate.
•Headlight Illumination On Approach
When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate
and remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when the doors
are unlocked with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter. To change the Illuminated Approach status,
press the “+” or “–” button on the touchscreen to select
your desired time interval. Press the back arrow button
on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu, or
push the back button on the faceplate.
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
!STARTING PROCEDURES — GASOLINE
ENGINES............................472
▫Normal Starting.......................472
▫Extreme Cold Weather
(Below –20°F Or−29°C)................473
▫Extended Park Starting..................473
▫If Engine Fails To Start.................474
▫After Starting........................475
!STOP/START SYSTEM — 3.2L ENGINE.......475
▫Automatic Mode......................475
▫Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not
AUTOSTOP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..476
▫To Start The Engine While In Autostop Mode . .477
▫To Manually Turn Off The Stop/Start System . .479
▫To Manually Turn On The Stop/Start System . .479
▫System Malfunction....................479
!ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED . . .480
!AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION............481
▫Key Ignition Park Interlock...............483
▫Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . .483
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▫Fuel Economy (ECO) Mode..............484
▫Nine-Speed Automatic Transmission........484
▫Gear Ranges.........................486
!FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION.........494
▫1-Speed Four-Wheel Drive (4X4) — If
Equipped...........................494
▫2-Speed Four-Wheel Drive (4X4) — If
Equipped...........................495
▫Shift Positions........................497
▫Shifting Procedures....................498
▫Rear Electronic Locker (E-Locker) System — If
Equipped...........................501
!SELEC-TERRAIN™.....................503
▫Description..........................503
!ON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS................505
!OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS................505
▫When To Use 4WD LOW Range...........505
▫Driving Through Water.................506
▫Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand..........507
▫Hill Climbing........................507
▫Traction Downhill.....................508
▫After Driving Off-Road.................508
!POWER STEERING.....................509
!ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE (EPB).........511
▫Auto Park Brake......................515
▫Safehold...........................516
▫Brake Service Mode....................516
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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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