
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS
WARNING
The daytime running lamps systemdoes not activate the rear lamps andmay not provide adequate lightingduring low visibility driving conditions. Also,the autolamps switch position may notactivate the headlamps in all low visibilityconditions, such as daytime fog. Make surethe headlamps are switched to auto or on,as appropriate, during all low visibilityconditions. Failure to do so may result in acrash.
Type 1 - Conventional (Non-Configurable)
The daytime running lamps turn on when:
1. The ignition is switched to the onposition.
2. The transmission is not in park (P) forvehicles with automatic transmissionsor the parking brake is released forvehicles with manual transmissions.
3.The lighting control is in the off, parkinglamp or autolamps positions.
4. The headlamps are off.
Type 2 - Configurable
Switch the daytime running lamps on oroff using the information display controls.See Information Displays (page 93).
The daytime running lamps turn on when:
1.They are switched on in the informationdisplay. See Information Displays(page 93).
2. The ignition is switched to the onposition.
3. The transmission is not in park (P) forvehicles with automatic transmissionsor the parking brake is released forvehicles with manual transmissions.
4.The lighting control is in the autolampsposition.
5. The headlamps are off.
The other lighting control switch positionsdo not activate the daytime running lamps,and you can use them to temporarilyoverride autolamp control.
When switched off in the informationdisplay, the daytime running lamps are offin all lighting control switch positions.
FRONT FOG LAMPS (If Equipped)
Press the control to switch the fog lampson or off.
You can switch the fog lamps on when thelighting control is in any position exceptOff and the high beams are not on.
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Brake Coach Display:
The Brake Coach appears after the vehiclehas come to a stop. It coaches you to brakein a manner which maximizes the amountof energy returned through theregenerative braking system. The percentdisplayed is an indication of theregenerative braking efficiency with 100%representing the maximum amount ofenergy recovery.
This feature can be switched on or off inthe information displays settings menu.See General Information (page 93).
Trip Summary:
The Trip Summary displays upon shuttingoff your vehicle. The information iscumulative over the last trip. A new tripbegins each time you start your vehicle(when the Ready to Drive message comeson).
•Distance - Displays the total distancetraveled, distance traveled on batterypower only (EV distance) and Regendistance. Regen distance is theestimated range gained from energyrecaptured through regenerativebraking.
•Energy Use - Displays the average fueleconomy. In addition for Energi,displays the total electrical energy usedwhile in Plug-in Power Mode in kilowatthours (kWh).
•Brake Score - The percent displayed isan indication of the regenerativebraking efficiency for the trip.
Note:Corresponding trip efficiency leavesappear on the right information display uponshutting off your Hybrid vehicle. On Energivehicles the trip efficiency leaves are shownon the right information display when thevehicle operates in Hybrid Mode for theentire trip. For trips with Plug-in Power Modeoperation an estimate of your EV Range/FullCharge is provided along with a listing offactors and their contributions to thisestimate. See Next Full Charge under RightInformation Display in this chapter.
Right Information Display
Entertainment
See your SYNC information.
Navigation or Compass
See your SYNC information.
Phone
See your SYNC information.
Fuel Economy
See General Information (page 93).
Vehicle Range
Vehicle range indicates the estimateddistance your vehicle will travel with theenergy currently onboard. The range isdisplayed at the bottom of the screen withgasoline range shown in white and electricrange (Energi only) shown in blue.
•Gasoline Range: Is the estimateddistance to empty based on the fuelremaining in the tank.
•Electric Range: Is the estimateddistance you can travel in Plug-InPower Mode with the engine off. Thisrange is based on a calculationdetermined by the amount of energystored in the high voltage battery as aresult of charging while plugged in andthe energy being used while driving.
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WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS
The following warning lamps andindicators will alert you to a vehiclecondition that may become serious. Somelamps will light when you start your vehicleto make sure they work. If any lampsremain on after starting your vehicle, referto the respective system warning lamp forfurther information.
Note:Some warning indicators appear inthe information display and function thesame as a warning lamp but do not displaywhen you start your vehicle.
Anti-Lock Braking System
If it lights when you are driving,this indicates a malfunction. Youwill continue to have normalbraking (without anti-lock braking system)unless the brake system warning lamp alsolights. Have the system checked by anauthorized dealer.
Battery
If it lights while driving, thisindicates a malfunction. Switchoff all unnecessary electricalequipment and have the system checkedby an authorized dealer immediately.
Brake System
Lights when you engage theparking brake with the ignitionon.
If it lights when you are driving, check thatyou do not have the parking brakeengaged. If you do not have the parkingbrake engaged, this indicates low brakefluid level or a brake system malfunction.Have the system checked immediately byan authorized dealer.
WARNING
Driving your vehicle with the warninglamp on is dangerous. A significantdecrease in braking performancemay occur. It will take you longer to stopyour vehicle. Have your vehicle checked byyour authorized dealer immediately. Drivingextended distances with the parking brakeengaged can cause brake failure and therisk of personal injury.
Cruise Control (If Equipped)
Lights when you switch on thisfeature.
Direction Indicator
Lights when you switch on theleft or right direction indicator orhazard warning flasher. If theindicators stay on or flash faster, check fora burned out bulb. See Changing a Bulb(page 232).
Door Ajar
Displays when the ignition is onand any door is not completelyclosed.
EcoSelect
Lights when you switch on thisfeature. See Hybrid VehicleOperation (page 135).
Engine and Motor CoolantTemperature
Lights when the engine or motorcoolant temperature is high.Stop the vehicle as soon aspossible, switch off the engine and let cool.
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Parking Lamps
Lights when you switch theparking lamps on.
Powertrain Fault
Lights when the system detectsa powertrain or high-voltagecharge system fault. If theindicator stays on or continues to come on,contact an authorized dealer as soon aspossible.
Note:If your vehicle detects certain faults,it will not allow you to operate theaccelerator pedal. If this happens, press thebrake pedal and release it. This will activatelimp home vehicle operation. In limp homevehicle operation, your vehicle willaccelerate in a controlled manner up to amaximum speed of 35 mph (56 km/h) ona flat surface. If you apply the brake pedalor move the transmission to neutral (N) youcan override your vehicle’s acceleration.
Ready to Drive
Lights after your switch yourvehicle on and it is ready to drive.A corresponding message maydisplay stating ready to drive.
Service Engine Soon
If the service engine soonindicator light stays on after youswitch on the engine, thisindicates that the On-Board Diagnosticssystem (OBD) has detected a malfunctionof the vehicle emissions control system.Refer to On-Board diagnostics (OBD) inthe Fuel and Refueling chapter for moreinformation about having your vehicleserviced. See Emission Control System(page 150).
If the light is blinking, engine misfire isoccurring which could damage yourcatalytic converter. Drive in a moderatefashion (avoid heavy acceleration anddeceleration) and have your vehicleserviced immediately.
WARNING
Under engine misfire conditions,excessive exhaust temperaturescould damage the catalyticconverter, the fuel system, interior floorcoverings or other vehicle components,possibly causing a fire. Have an authorizeddealer service your vehicle immediately.
The service engine soon indicator lightswhen you first switch on the ignition priorto engine start to check the bulb and toindicate whether the vehicle is ready forInspection and Maintenance testing.
Normally, the service engine soon light willstay on until you switch on the engine, thenturn itself off if no malfunctions arepresent. However, if after 15 seconds theservice engine soon light blinks eight times,it means that the vehicle is not ready forInspection and Maintenance testing. SeeEmission Control System (page 150).
Stability Control
Lights when the system is active.If it remains on or does not lightwhen you switch the ignition on,this indicates a malfunction. During amalfunction, the system will turn off. Havethe system checked by an authorizeddealer immediately. See Using StabilityControl (page 169).
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Stability Control Off
Lights when you switch thesystem off. It will go out whenyou switch the system back onor when you switch the ignition off. SeeUsing Stability Control (page 169).
Stop Safely
Indicates an electricalcomponent fault or failure thatwill cause the vehicle toshutdown or enter into a limited operatingmode. A message may also display.
Vehicle Plugged in (If Equipped)
Lights after you plug in yourvehicle. A correspondingmessage may display afterattempting to start the vehicle.
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS
Key in Ignition Warning Chime
Sounds when you open the driver's doorand you have left the key in the ignition.
Engine On Warning Chime
A warning chime will sound when any dooris opened if the vehicle exceeds a relativelylow speed.
Keyless Warning Alert (If Equipped)
Sounds the horn twice when you exit thevehicle and the keyless vehicle is in RUN,indicating the vehicle is still on.
Headlamps On Warning Chime
Sounds when you remove the key from theignition and open the driver's door and youhave left the headlamps or parking lampson.
Parking Brake On Warning Chime
Sounds when you have left the parkingbrake on and drive your vehicle. If thewarning chime remains on after you havereleased the parking brake, have thesystem checked by your authorized dealerimmediately.
Automatic Transmission WarningChime
Sounds when you have not moved thetransmission selector lever to position P.A message will be shown in the display.
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Settings
—Choosedesired speedor off
Max Speed
—Choosedesired speedor off
SpeedWarning
—On or OffVolumeLimiter
—Hold OK toClear AllMyKeys
Clear MyKeys
—Select thedesiredlanguage
LanguageDisplay
Select the desired units of measureDistanceUnits
Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C)Temperature
—On or OffBrake Coach
—On or OffRegen Active
—On or OffCharge Assist
—Hold OK toResetDriving History
Right Information Display Controls•Press the up and down arrow buttonsto scroll through and highlight theoptions within a menu.
•Press the right arrow button to enter asub-menu.
•Press the left arrow button to exit amenu.
•Press the OK button to choose andconfirm your selection.
Main menu
From the main menu bar on the right sideof the information display, you can choosefrom the following categories:
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Note:Fuel Economy will be impacted byyour use of brakes, accelerator andaccessories, as well as environmentalconditions such as hills and weather.
Note:Fuel economy is not always ameasure of appropriate driving behavior. Forexample, when driving uphill andmaintaining an appropriate speed, yourinstant fuel economy may not be good(losing leaves) but the Coach may show ablue bar for Acceleration and Cruising.
Common Displays
Both Average fuel economy and aninstantaneous fuel economy gauge areincluded in Engage, Empower, MyView (ifselected) and Fuel Economy (shown inHybrid Mode) on the left informationdisplay. They are also included in FuelHistory on the right information display.
Average Fuel Economy
Average Fuel Economy is continuouslyaveraged since the last reset. You can resetyour average fuel economy by pressing andholding the OK button on thecorresponding steering wheel controls. ForEnergi vehicles both Hybrid and Plug-inPower mode operation will be included inthe calculation.
Note:Average fuel economy cannot bereset in MyView.
Instantaneous Fuel Economy
If your instantaneous fuel economy isgreater than the maximum valuedisplayed, a + sign will be shown next tothe maximum scale number. When yourvehicle is operating on battery power only,EV will display and the gauge fill will showin blue.
INFORMATION MESSAGES
Note:Depending on the vehicle optionsequipped with your vehicle, not all of themessages display or are available. Certainmessages may be abbreviated or shorteneddepending upon which cluster type youhave.
Press the OK button to acknowledge andremove some messages from theinformation display. Other messages arebe removed automatically after a shorttime.
Certain messages need to be confirmedbefore you can access the menus.
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Keys and Intelligent Access
ActionMessage
This message is displayed when there is a problem with yourvehicle’s starting system. See your authorized dealer forservice.
Starting System Fault
Displays to remind you that the key is in the luggagecompartment. See Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle Operation (page137).
Key Inside vehicle
Displays if the key is not detected by the system. See Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle Operation (page 137).Key Not Inside vehicle
Displayed if the key is not detected by the system. See Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle Operation (page 137).No Key Detected
Displayed when the start/stop button is pressed to shut offthe engine and a Intelligent Access Key is not detected insidethe vehicle.
Restart Now or Key isNeeded
Displayed when the vehicle is in the Accessory ignition state.Accessory Power isActive
Displayed as a reminder to press the brake while starting thevehicle.To START Press Brake
Displayed as a reminder to apply the brake and push the startbutton to start the vehicle.Press Brake + StartButton
Displayed as needed by the system for proper function.Place Key in BackupLocation
Displayed during spare key programming, when an intelligentaccess key is programmed to the system.Key Programmed x KeysTotal
Displayed during spare key programming when the maximumnumber of keys have been programmed.Max Number of KeysLearned
Displayed when an attempt is made to program a spare keyusing two existing MyKeys.Could Not ProgramIntegrated Key
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