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standing water that is deeper than the bottom of
the tire rims mounted on the vehicle.
• Determine the condition of the road or the path
that is under water and if there are any obstacles in
the way before driving through the standing water.
• Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving
through standing water. This will minimize wave
effects.
• Driving through standing water may cause damage
to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always
inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, trans-
mission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination (i.e.,
fluid that is milky or foamy in appearance) after
driving through standing water. Do not continue to
operate the vehicle if any fluid appears contami-
nated, as this may result in further damage. Such
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damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
• Getting water inside your vehicle’s engine can
cause it to lock up and stall out, and cause serious
internal damage to the engine. Such damage is not
covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
POWER STEERING
The electric power steering system will give you good
vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability
in tight spaces. The system will vary its assist to provide
light efforts while parking and good feel while driving. If
the electric steering system experiences a fault that
prevents it from providing assist, you will still have the
ability to steer the vehicle manually.
Alternate electric power steering efforts can be selected
through the Uconnect System. Refer to ”Customer
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tread life. Rotation of these tires per the vehicle main-
tenance schedule is highly recommended.
WARNING!
Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six
years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to
follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure.
You could lose control and have a collision resulting
in serious injury or death.
Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little
exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact
with oil, grease, and gasoline.
Replacement Tires
The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many
characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressures. The manu-
facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva-
lent to the originals in size, quality and performance
when replacement is needed. Refer to the paragraph on
“Tread Wear Indicator”. Refer to the Tire and Loading
Information placard or the Vehicle Certification Label for
the size designation of your tire. The Load Index and
Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the original
equipment tire sidewall. See the Tire Sizing Chart ex-
ample found in the “Tire Safety Information” section of
this manual for more information relating to the Load
Index and Speed Symbol of a tire.
It is recommended to replace the two front tires or two
rear tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire can seriously
affect your vehicle’s handling. If you ever replace a
wheel, make sure that the wheel’s specifications match
those of the original wheels.
It is recommended you contact your authorized tire
dealer or original equipment dealer with any questions
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Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Check engine oil level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear,
even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns
on.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission (4-
speed only) and fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals.At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required.
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped
with dipstick.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake.
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and
hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions. 8
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 621

Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle...............7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...............580, 614
Disposal ............................. .583
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................450
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................321
Appearance Care ........................ .592
Arming System (Security Alarm) ...............18
Assist, Hill Start ......................... .453
Auto Down Power Windows ..................42
Automatic Dimming Mirror ..................119
Automatic Door Locks ....................32, 33
Automatic Headlights ..................... .225
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ...............331
Automatic Transmission .................429, 587
Adding Fluid ...................588, 590, 618
Fluid And Filter Changes ..................591
Fluid Level Check ...................588, 590
Fluid Type ........................... .618
Gear Ranges .......................... .433Special Additives
...................... .588
Autostick .............................. .439
Auto Unlock, Doors ........................33
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ........268
Auxiliary Power Outlet .....................268
Back-Up Lights .......................... .610
Battery ............................ .309, 569
Charging System Light ...................309
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........24
Location ............................. .569
Belts, Seat .............................. .109
Bluetooth Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or
Audio Device After Pairing ................157
Connect Or Disconnect Link Between the Uconnect
Phone And Mobile Phone ..............143, 173
Pair (Link) Uconnect Phone To A Mobile
Phone ........................... .129, 153
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Body Mechanism Lubrication.................573
B-Pillar Location ......................... .470
Brake Assist System ...................... .453
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............450
Brake Fluid ............................ .618
Brake, Parking .......................... .446
Brakes ................................ .449
Brake System ........................ .449, 585
Fluid Check ....................... .586, 618
Master Cylinder ....................... .586
Parking ............................. .446
Warning Light ........................ .304
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................431
Brightness, Interior Lights ...................230
Bulb Replacement ..................... .606, 608
Bulbs, Light ..........................111,606
Camera, Rear ........................... .250
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .614Caps, Filler
Fuel ................................ .505
Oil (Engine) ....................... .559, 567
Power Steering ........................ .445
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................583
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............108, 502
Cargo Area Cover ........................ .286
Cargo Area Features ...................... .282
Cargo Compartment ...................... .282
Light ............................... .282
Luggage Carrier ....................... .290
Cargo Load Floor ........................ .283
Cargo Management System ..................283
Rollaway Tonneau Cover ..................286
Tri-Fold Load Floor ..................... .283
Cargo Tie-Downs ........................ .284
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) .................283, 508
Car

Washes ............................ .593
Certification Label ........................ .508
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Cooling System.......................... .579
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............581
Coolant Capacity ...................... .614
Coolant Level ..................... .579, 584
Disposal Of Used Coolant .................583
Drain, Flush, And Refill ...................580
Inspection ........................... .584
Points To Remember .....................584
Pressure Cap ......................... .583
Radiator Cap ......................... .583
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ......580, 614, 616
Corrosion Protection ...................... .592
Cruise Light ............................ .325
Cupholders ......................... .274, 599
Customer Assistance ...................... .629
Data Recorder, Event .......................77
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights .............231
Daytime Running Lights ....................226 Dealer Service
........................... .563
Defroster, Rear Window .....................290
Defroster, Windshield ..................... .109
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................232
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................561
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................229
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission ...............588, 590
Oil (Engine) .......................... .565
Power Steering ........................ .445
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....................552
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................583
Door Ajar .......................... .312, 313
Door Ajar Light ...................... .312, 313
Door Locks Door Locks ............................30
KeyFob...............................30
Remote ...............................30
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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................30
Door Locks, Automatic ......................32
Door Opener, Garage ...................... .255
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .442
Driving To Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy .....332
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System) .......363
E-85 Fuel .............................. .502
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) ........268
Electrical Power Outlets .....................268
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................121
Electronic Brake Control System ...............450
Anti-Lock Brake System ..................450
Electronic Roll Mitigation .................462
Traction Control System ...................456
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........238
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............457Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light
........311
Electronic Vehicle Information Center Instrument Cluster Display .................29
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......327
Remote Start ...........................29
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ................550
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................529
Jacking .............................. .532
Jump Starting ......................... .546
Overheating .......................... .529
Towing ............................. .552
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........562
Engine ................................ .559
Air Cleaner .......................... .569
Block Heater ......................... .429
Break-In Recommendations ................106
Checking Oil Level ..................... .565
Compartment ...................... .559, 560
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Compartment Identification................560
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................579, 616
Cooling ............................. .579
Exhaust Gas Caution .................108, 502
Fails To Start ......................... .427
Flooded, Starting ...................... .427
Fuel Requirements ..................... .498
Jump Starting ......................... .546
Oil .......................... .565, 614, 616
Oil Change Interval ..................... .331
Oil Filler Cap ...................... .559, 567
Oil Filter ............................ .568
Oil Selection ...................... .566, 614
Oil Synthetic ......................... .568
Overheating .......................... .529
Starting ............................. .424
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .567
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ...................567
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............74Entry System, Illuminated
....................21
Ethanol ............................ .499, 502
Event Data Recorder ........................77
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................108, 502
Exhaust System ...................... .108, 577
Exterior Folding Mirrors ....................123
Exterior Lighting ......................... .224
Exterior Lights ...........................111
Filler Location Fuel ....................... .505
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .569
Air Conditioning ....................417, 572
Engine Oil ........................ .568, 616
Engine Oil Disposal .....................568
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... .529
Turn Signal .....................111, 228, 324
Flash-To-Pass ........................... .229
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