Fuel Economy (Energi only)
This display is only available in HybridMode. In Plug-in Power Mode the displaychanges to Miles (or km)/Full Charge.
An Instant Fuel Economy gauge is providedalong with Avg Fuel Economy. Whileviewing this screen you can reset youraverage fuel economy by pressing andholding the OK button on the left handsteering wheel controls. For moreinformation see Common Displays in thischapter.
Trip 1 & 2
Provides trip odometer, trip average fueleconomy and trip timer.
Distance traveled on battery power onlywith the engine off is shown in blue nextto total trip distance.
For Energi vehicles total plug-in electricityused in kilowatt hours (kWh) is shown inblue next to trip average fuel economy.
Info
In this mode, you can viewdifferent vehicle systeminformation and perform asystem check.
Information
Displays a number of different system tutorials. Use the up/downarrows to scroll through the tutorials. Then press OK to view.Tutorial
MyKeys (Number of MyKeys programmed)MyKey
MyKey Miles (km) (Distance traveled using a programmed MyKey)
Admin Keys (Number of admin keys)
All active warnings will display first if applicable. The system checkmenu may appear different based upon equipment options andcurrent vehicle status. Use the up/down arrow buttons to scrollthrough the list.
System Check
Settings
In this mode, you can configuredifferent driver setting choices.
Note:Some items are optional and may not appear.
Note:Some MyKey items will only appear if a MyKey is set.
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Settings
Menu level 6Menu level 5Menu level 4Menu level 3Menu level 2
—On or OffTraction CtrlDriver Assist
—On or OffECO Cruise
—On or OffEV+ Mode
—On or OffRear Park Aid
—Hold OK toResetTire Monitor
—On or OffAuto EngineOffVehicle
On or OffAuto LightRainLighting
On or OffDaytimeLights
Select time intervalHome Light
Auto or LastSettingsHeater - A/CClimateControlRemote Start
Auto or OffFront Defrost
Auto or OffRear Defrost
Auto or OffDriver Seat
Auto or OffPassenger Seat
5, 10 or 15 minutesDuration
On or OffQuiet Start
Enable or DisableSystem
—Selectnumber ofyears
Tire MobilityKit
—Hold OK toCreate MyKeyCreate MyKeyMyKey
—Always On orUser Select-able
TractionControl
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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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Entertainment
See your SYNC information.
Navigation or Compass
See your SYNC information.
Phone
See your SYNC information.
Fuel Economy
Use the up or down arrow buttons tochoose between the following displayoptions.
Note:The information display will remember the menu level 2 state when you change theindividual key state from the RUN to the OFF position.
Fuel Economy
Menu level 5Menu level 4Menu level 3Menu level 2
——HelpEfficiency Leaves
—5, 10 or 30 minutesDurationFuel History(Instantaneous FuelEconomy + FuelEconomy History + AvgFuel Economy)
——Help
——HelpCoach
Efficiency Leaves
Efficiency leaves indicate short term drivingefficiency measured over the last fewminutes. The more leaves and vines thatappear on the display, the better your fueleconomy. Leaves and vines willoccasionally appear and disappear toindicate a change in your driving efficiency.
Fuel History
From left to right this view includes aninstantaneous fuel economy gauge,historical fuel economy data and averagefuel economy. The historical datarepresents an average over time intervalsof either 1, 2 or 6 minutes, with the leftmostinterval being the most recent. Shown atthe bottom of the view is the total time
duration for the 5 intervals. You can selecttotal duration in the options menu.Intervals shown in grey color are from theprevious drive. The blue horizontal linerepresents the average fuel economy valueshown to the right.
Note:Hold OK to reset average fueleconomy.
Coach
This view provides a comparison of yourrecent acceleration, braking and cruisingbehavior, then recommends the mostefficient use of energy under presentconditions. The horizontal bars fill from leftto right with best behavior and appear bluewhen at least half full. When the bars areless than half full, the color is amber,suggesting that you need a change in yourdriving behavior to achieve better energyefficiency.
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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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Maintenance
ActionMessage
Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine.Check the oil level. If the warning stays on or continues tocome on with your engine running, contact your authorizeddealer as soon as possible.
Low Engine Oil Pressure
Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is 10% or less.See Engine Oil Check (page 222).Change Engine Oil Soon
Displayed when the oil life left reaches 0%. See Engine OilCheck (page 222).Oil Change Required
Indicates the brake fluid level is low and the brake systemshould be inspected immediately. See Brake Fluid Check(page 227).
Brake Fluid Level Low
Displays when the brake system needs servicing. Stop thevehicle in a safe place. Contact your authorized dealer.Check Brake System
Displays when the engine coolant temperature is excessivelyhigh.Engine Coolant OverTemperature
Displays when the motor coolant temperature is excessivelyhigh.Motor Coolant OverTemperature
Displayed when the kit needs service. See your authorizeddealer.Service Tire Mobility Kit
Informs the driver that the powertrain needs service due to apowertrain malfunction.See Manual
Displays when EV functionality is disabled and the engine isrunning to maintain oil quality. See Plug-In Hybrid VehicleOperation (page 137).
Engine ON Due to LowUse Normal Operation
MyKey
ActionMessage
Displayed during key programming when MyKey cannot beprogrammed.MyKey not Created
Displays when MyKey is active.MyKey Active DriveSafely
Displays when a MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit ison and the vehicle speed is approaching 80 mph (130 km/h).Near Vehicle Top Speed
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ActionMessage
Displays when a MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit isreached.Vehicle at Top Speed ofMyKey Setting
Displays when MyKey is active.Check Speed DriveSafely
Displays when a MyKey is in use and Belt-Minder is activated.Buckle Up to UnmuteAudio
Displays when a MyKey is in use and Traction control isactivated.Traction Control On -MyKey Setting
Displays when a MyKey is in use and park aid is activated.MyKey Park Aid Cannotbe Deactivated
Park Aid
ActionMessage
Displays when the system has detected a condition thatrequires service. Contact your authorized dealer. See Prin-ciple of Operation (page 170).
Check Park Aid
Displays the park aid status.Rear Park Aid On Off
Displays when the system has detected a condition thatrequires attention. See Principle of Operation (page 170).Check Rear Park Aid
Displays when the system has detected a condition thatrequires attention. See Principle of Operation (page 170).Check Front Park Aid
Displays when the system has detected a condition thatrequires service. Contact your authorized dealer. See Prin-ciple of Operation (page 170).
Park Aid Fault
Park Brake
ActionMessage
Displays when the parking brake is set, the engine is runningand the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph (5 km/h). If thewarning stays on after the parking brake is released, contactyour authorized dealer.
Park Brake Engaged
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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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