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CAUTION!(Continued)
operate the vehicle if any fluid appears contami-
nated, as this may result in further damage. Such
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
reduces assist or prevents the vehicle from providing assist, you will still have the ability to steer the vehicle
manually.
WARNING!
Continued operation with reduced assist could pose
a safety risk to yourself and others. Service should be
obtained as soon as possible.
If the “SERVICE POWER STEERING OR
POWER STEERING ASSIST OFF - SERVICE
SYSTEM” message and a steering wheel icon
are displayed on the EVIC screen, it indicates
that the vehicle needs to be taken to the dealer for service.
It is likely the vehicle has lost power steering assistance.
Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information (EVIC) in “Get-
ting To Know Your Instrument Cluster” for further
information.
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If the “POWER STEERING SYSTEM HOT - PERFOR-
MANCE MAY BE LIMITED” message and an icon are
displayed on the EVIC screen, it indicates that extreme
steering maneuvers may have occurred, which caused an
over temperature condition in the power steering system.
You will lose power steering assistance momentarily
until the over temperature condition no longer exists.
Once driving conditions are safe, then pull over and let
vehicle idle for a few moments until the light turns off.
Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information (EVIC)” in “Get-
ting To Know Your Instrument Cluster” for further
information.NOTE:
•
Even if the power steering assistance is no longer
operational, it is still possible to steer the vehicle.
Under these conditions there will be a substantial
increase in steering effort, especially at low speeds and
during parking maneuvers.
• If the condition persists, see your authorized dealer for
service.
TRAILER TOWING
Trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended.
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NOTE:You must ensure that the Auto Park Brake feature
is disabled before towing this vehicle, to avoid inadver-
tent Electric Park Brake engagement. The Auto Park
Brake feature is enabled or disabled via the Customer
Programmable Features in the Uconnect Settings.
Recreational Towing
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models
Recreational towing is allowed ONLY if the front wheels
are OFF the ground. This may be accomplished using a
tow dolly (front wheels off the ground) or vehicle trailer
(all four wheels off the ground). If using a tow dolly,
follow this procedure:
• Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle, following
the dolly manufacturer’s instructions.
• Drive the front wheels onto the tow dolly. •
Apply the Electric Park Brake (EPB). Place the trans-
mission in PARK. Turn the engine OFF.
• Properly secure the front wheels to the dolly, following
the dolly manufacturer’s instructions.
• Turn the ignition to the MAR/RUN position, but do
not start the engine.
• Press and hold the brake pedal.
• Release the Electric Park Brake (EPB).
• Turn the engine OFF, remove the key or fob, and
release the brake pedal.
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CAUTION!
•DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the
drivetrain will result. If this vehicle requires tow-
ing, make sure the drive wheels are OFF the
ground.
• Ensure that the Electric Park Brake is released, and
remains released, while being towed.
• Towing this vehicle in violation of the above re-
quirements can cause severe transmission damage.
Damage from improper towing is not covered un-
der the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Models
Recreational towing (with all four wheels on the ground,
or using a towing dolly) is NOT ALLOWED. This vehicle
may be towed on a flatbed or vehicle trailer provided all
four wheels are OFF the ground.
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle with ANY of its wheels on the
ground can cause severe transmission and/or power
transfer unit damage. Damage from improper towing
is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty.
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3. Remove the electrical connectors.4. Rotate in a counterclockwise direction and remove the
bulb and bulb socket.
Position Light/Daytime Running Light/Fog light Access
1 — Screws
2 — Access DoorPosition Light/Daytime Running Light Assembly
1 — DRL Bulb Socket
2 — Turn Signal Bulb Socket
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5. To replace the bulb gently push bulb and rotatecounterclockwise. 6. Insert the new bulb by pushing on it and turning it
clockwise. Make sure the bulb is correctly locked in
place.
7. Install the bulb and sockets and rotate them clockwise, making sure that it is properly locked.
8. Reconnect the electrical connectors.
9. Reinstall the access door.
Front Fog Lights
To replace the bulbs proceed as follows:
1. Turn the front wheels completely.
2. Use a suitable tool to remove the access door.
Bulb and Socket Assembly1 — Bulb
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3. By pushing the electrical connector tab remove theelectrical connector. 4. Rotate the bulb counterclockwise, and then replace the
bulb.
5. Insert the new bulb in the socket, making sure the bulb is locked into place.
6. Reconnect the electrical connector.
Position Light/Daytime Running Light/Fog Light Access
1 — Screws
2 — Access Door
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6. Insert the new bulb, making sure it is properly locked.
7. Reassemble the lamp assembly on the rear tail lamphousing, tightening the screws.
8. Reposition the rear tail lamp on the vehicle.
9. Secure the rear tail lamp and reconnect the electrical connector.
10. Finally close the liftgate.
3th Stop Lamp
The CHMSL is LED. For their replacement see your
authorized dealer.
Rear Tail Lamp Holder
1 — Running/Stop Lamp
2 — Direction Indicator Bulb
3 — Running/Stop Lamp
4 — Reverse Bulb8
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