Engine Oil
If it lights with the engine runningor while you are driving, thisindicates a malfunction. Stopyour vehicle as soon as it is safe to do soand switch off the engine. Check the engineoil level. See Engine Oil Check (page 222).
Note:Do not resume your journey if it lightsdespite the level being correct. Have thesystem checked by an authorized dealerimmediately.
EV Now
Lights when you select thisfeature on. See Plug-In HybridVehicle Operation (page 137).
EV Later
Lights when you select thisfeature on. See Plug-In HybridVehicle Operation (page 137).
Fasten Safety Belt
It will light and a tone will soundto remind you to fasten yoursafety belt. See SeatbeltReminder (page 31).
Front Airbag
If it fails to light when you startyour vehicle, continues to flashor remains on, this indicates amalfunction. Have the system checked byan authorized dealer.
Front Fog Lamps (If Equipped)
Lights when you switch the frontfog lamps on.
High Beam
Lights when you switch the highbeam headlamps on. It will flashwhen you use the headlampflasher.
Liftgate Ajar
Lights when the liftgate is notcompletely closed.
Low Battery (If Equipped)
Lights when the battery level islow. You may also see amessage suggesting you reduceyour usage of the climate system.
Low Fuel Level
Lights when the fuel level is lowor the fuel tank is nearly empty.Refuel as soon as possible.
Low Tire Pressure Warning
Lights when your tire pressure islow. If the lamp remains on withthe engine running or whendriving, check your tire pressure as soon aspossible.
It also lights momentarily when you switchon the ignition to confirm the lamp isfunctional. If it does not light when youswitch on the ignition, or begins to flash atany time, have the system checked by anauthorized dealer.
Overdrive Cancel and Grade Assist
(If Equipped)
Lights when the overdrivefunction in the transmissionturns off and the grade assistturns on.
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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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AdvanceTrac®
ActionMessage
Displayed when the system has detected a condition thatrequires service. Contact your authorized dealer as soon aspossible.
Service AdvanceTrac
Alarm
ActionMessage
Displays when the alarm has been triggered due to unauthor-ized entry. See Anti-Theft Alarm (page 66).Vehicle Alarm To StopAlarm, Start Vehicle.
Battery and Charging System (High Voltage)
ActionMessage
Your vehicle needs confirmation it is unplugged beforeallowing a start. You must make sure your vehicle is unpluggedand you respond to the message prompt before starting yourvehicle.
Vehicle Plugged In ? YesNo
Your vehicle detects it is still plugged in and you attempt tostart it.Unplug Prior to StartingVehicle
Your vehicle is ready to drive.Ready to Drive
Your vehicle is ready to drive. You have XXX% plug-in energyavailable.Ready to Drive XXX%Charged
You selected EV Now mode with the EV button.EV Now BatteryPowered
You selected EV Later mode with the EV button.EV Later XX% Plug-inEnergy Reserved
You selected Auto EV mode with the EV button.Auto EV Normal Opera-tion
EV Now is unavailable.EV Now Not Available
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Information Displays
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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Information Displays
Power Steering
ActionMessage
The power steering system has detected a condition thatrequires service. See your authorized dealer.Steering Fault ServiceNow
The power steering system is not working. Stop the vehicle asafe place. Contact your authorized dealer.Steering Loss StopSafely
Remote Start
ActionMessage
Displayed when the remote start system is active.Remote Start Active
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
ActionMessage
Displays when one or more tires on your vehicle have low tirepressure. See Tire Pressure Monitoring System (page 270).Tire Pressure Low
Displays when the tire pressure monitoring system ismalfunctioning. If the warning stays on or continues to comeon, contact your authorized dealer. See Tire PressureMonitoring System (page 270).
Tire Pressure MonitorFault
Displayed when a tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning, oryour spare tire is in use. See Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem (page 270). If the warning stays on or continues tocome on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Tire Pressure SensorFault
Transmission
ActionMessage
Displays as a reminder to shift into park.Transmission Not in Park
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GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNINGS
Extended idling at high enginespeeds can produce very hightemperatures in the engine andexhaust system, creating the risk of fire orother damage.
Do not park, idle or drive your vehicleon dry grass or other dry groundcover. The emission system heats upthe engine compartment and exhaustsystem, creating the risk of fire.
Do not start the vehicle in a closedgarage or in other enclosed areas.Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Alwaysopen the garage door before you start thevehicle.
If you smell exhaust fumes insideyour vehicle, have your vehiclechecked by an authorized dealerimmediately. Do not drive your vehicle ifyou smell exhaust fumes.
If you disconnect the battery, your vehiclemay exhibit some unusual drivingcharacteristics for approximately 5 miles(8 kilometers) after you reconnect it. Thisis because the engine management systemmust realign itself with the engine. You candisregard any unusual drivingcharacteristics during this period.
The powertrain control system meets allCanadian interference-causing equipmentstandard requirements regulating theimpulse electrical field or radio noise.
When you start the vehicle, avoid pressingthe accelerator pedal before and duringoperation. Only use the accelerator pedalwhen you have difficulty starting thevehicle.
IGNITION SWITCH
0 (off) - The ignition is off.
Note:When you switch the ignition off andleave your vehicle, do not leave your key inthe ignition. This could cause your vehiclebattery to lose charge.
I (accessory) - Allows the electricalaccessories, such as the radio, to operatewhile the engine is not running.
Note:Do not leave the ignition key in thisposition for too long. This could cause yourvehicle battery to lose charge.
II (on) - All electrical circuits areoperational and the warning lamps andindicators illuminate.
III (start) - starts the vehicle into Ready toDrive mode (indicated by the green "Readyto Drive" icon on the instrument cluster).
KEYLESS STARTING (If Equipped)
Note:The keyless starting system may notfunction if the key is close to metal objectsor electronic devices such as cellularphones.
Note:A valid key must be located insideyour vehicle to switch the ignition on andstart the vehicle.
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Ignition Modes
The keyless starting system has threemodes:
•Off: Turns the ignition off.
•Without applying the brake pedal,press and release the button oncewhen the ignition is in the on mode,or when the vehicle is on but notmoving.
•On: All electrical circuits areoperational and the warning lamps andindicators illuminate.
•Without applying the brake pedal,press and release the button once.
•Start: Starts the vehicle into Ready toDrive mode (indicated by the green"Ready to Drive" icon on the instrumentcluster). The engine may not startwhen the vehicle starts.
•Press the brake pedal, and thenpress the button until the vehicleturns on.
STARTING A GASOLINE
ENGINE
When the engine starts for the first timeon your drive, the idle speed increases, thishelps to warm up the engine. If the engineidle speed does not slow downautomatically, have your vehicle checkedby an authorized dealer.
Before starting the vehicle, check thefollowing:
•Make sure all occupants have fastenedtheir safety belts.
•Make sure the headlamps andelectrical accessories are off.
•Make sure the parking brake is on.
•Move the transmission selector leverto position P.
•Turn the ignition key to position II. Ifyour vehicle is equipped with a keylessignition, see the following instructions.
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
Note:Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
2. Turn the key to position III to start thevehicle. Release the key when thevehicle starts.
Note:Cranking may last for up to 15seconds, or until the vehicle starts.
Note:If you cannot start the vehicle on thefirst try, wait for a short period and try again.
Vehicles with Keyless Start
Note:Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
2. Press the button.
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Note:The green ready indicator illuminatesletting you know that the vehicle is readyfor driving. Since your vehicle is equippedwith a silent key start, the engine may notstart at the time of the vehicle start. SeeHybrid Vehicle Operation (page 135).
The system does not function if:
•The key frequencies are jammed.
•The key battery has no charge.
If you are unable to start the vehicle, dothe following:
3-button remote
5-button remote
1. Hold the key next to the steeringcolumn as shown.
2. With the key in this position, you canuse the start button to switch theignition on and start your vehicle.
Fast Restart
The fast restart feature allows you torestart the vehicle within 20 seconds ofswitching it off, even if a valid key is notpresent.
Within 20 seconds of switching the vehicleoff, press the brake pedal and press thebutton. After 20 seconds have expired, youcan no longer restart the vehicle withoutthe key present inside your vehicle.
Once the vehicle has started, it remainsrunning until you press the button, even ifthe system does not detect a valid key. Ifyou open and close a door while the vehicleis running, the system searches for a validkey. You cannot restart the vehicle if thesystem does not detect a valid key within20 seconds.
Switching Off the Vehicle When ItIs Stationary
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
1. Move the transmission selector leverto position P.
2. Turn the key to position 0.
3. Apply the parking brake.
Vehicles with Keyless Start
1. Move the transmission selector leverto position P.
2. Press the button once.
3. Apply the parking brake.
Note:This switches off the ignition, allelectrical circuits, warning lamps andindicators.
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