Stability Control Off
Illuminates 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 174).
Transmission Tow/Haul (If Equipped)
Illuminates when the tow/haulfeature has been activated. If thelight flashes steadily, have thesystem serviced immediately, damage tothe transmission could occur.
4X2 (If Equipped)
Illuminates momentarily whentwo-wheel drive high is selected.If the light fails to display whenthe ignition is turned on, or remains on,have the system serviced immediately byyour authorized dealer.
4X4 LOW (If Equipped)
Illuminates when four-wheeldrive low is engaged. If the lightfails to display when the ignitionis turned on, or remains on, have thesystem serviced immediately by yourauthorized dealer.
4X4 HIGH (If Equipped)
Illuminates when four-wheeldrive high is engaged. If the lightfails to display when the ignitionis turned on, or remains on, have thesystem serviced immediately by yourauthorized dealer.
Diesel Warning Lights
If your vehicle is equipped with a dieselengine, it has some unique warning lights;refer to your diesel supplement for detailedinformation on their function.
Diesel engine brake
For more information see yourdiesel supplement.
Diesel exhaust fluid
For more information see yourdiesel supplement.
Glow plug pre-heat
For more information see yourdiesel supplement.
Water in fuel
For more information see yourdiesel supplement.
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS
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.
Key in Ignition Warning Chime
Sounds when you open the driver's doorand you have left the key in the ignition.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result inloss of vehicle control, crash andinjury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is the safeoperation of your vehicle. We recommendagainst the use of any hand-held devicewhile driving and encourage the use ofvoice-operated systems when possible.Make sure you are aware of all applicablelocal laws that may affect the use ofelectronic devices while driving.
You can control various systems on yourvehicle using the information displaycontrols on the steering wheel. Theinformation display provides thecorresponding information.
Information Display Controls(Type 1)
•Press the INFO button to scroll throughtrip, outside temperature, fuel usage,trailer gain and MyKey® information.
•Press the SETUP button to scrollthrough various vehicle featuresettings.
•Press the RESET button to choosesettings, reset information and confirmmessages.
Info
Press the INFO button repeatedly to cyclethrough the following features:
Note:Some options may appear slightlydifferent or not at all if the items areoptional.
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Fuel Hist.
Shows fuel usage as a bar graph based ontime. The graph is updated each minutewith the fuel economy that was achievedduring the prior 5, 10, 30 minutes of driving.
Truck Apps
In this mode, off-roadinformation depicted withgraphics and trailer towingapplication options are available.
Note:Some items are optional and maynot appear.
Truck Apps
Pitch and bank angle (in degrees)Off Road
Steering angle (in degrees)
Differential lock/unlock
Energy flow
ELD (Electronic Locking Differential)Press OK for Info
Hill Descent Control
4X4 System
Traction Control
AdvanceTrac + RSC
Active trailer name or default trailerTrailer
Accumulated trailer distance
Trailer gain and output
Trailer Disconnected
OptionsPress OK for options
Change Active Trailer
Adding a new trailer
Conventional, FifthWheel or GooseneckConnection Checklist (ifequipped)
Delete Trailer
Tow / Haul or TrailerBrake ControllerInformation Screen
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ActionMessage
TO ENGAGE ELDRELEASE PEDAL
The electronic locking differential requests a certain speedrequirement to engage.SLOW VEHICLE TO XXKM/H FOR ELD
The electronic locking differential requests a certain speedrequirement to engage.SLOW VEHICLE TO XXMPH FOR ELD
An electronic locking differential system fault is present. SeeUsing Four-Wheel Drive (page 158).CHECK LOCKINGDIFFERENTIAL
A reminder to shift into park.SHIFT TO PARK
Engine
ActionMessage
Your vehicle is set to transport mode. The transportmode disables certain vehicle functions to preventbattery discharge.
TRANSPORT MODE CONTACTDEALER
The engine has reduced power in order to help reducehigh coolant temperature See Engine Coolant Check(page 236).
POWER REDUCED TO LOWERENGINE TEMP
Fuel
ActionMessage
An early reminder of a low fuel condition.FUEL LEVEL LOW
The fuel cap may not be properly closed.CHECK FUEL CAP
Key
ActionMessage
You have attempted to program a fifth integrated key. SeeReplacing a Lost Key or Remote Control (page 50).COULD NOT PROGRAMINTEGRATED KEY
The factory equipped remote start is active. Turn your key toon to drive.TO DRIVE: TURN KEYTO ON
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ActionMessage
A correct trailer connection (a trailer with electric trailerbrakes) is sensed during a given ignition cycle.TRAILER CONNECTED
A trailer connection becomes disconnected, eitherintentionally or unintentionally, and has been sensedduring a given ignition cycle. Disregard this status ifyour vehicle is not equipped with a factory installedtrailer brake controller. This message may appear whenan aftermarket TBC is used even when the trailer isconnected.
TRAILER DISCONNECTED
Your trailer sway control has detected trailer sway soyou need to reduce your speed.TRAILER SWAY REDUCESPEED
Faults with your vehicle wiring and trailer wiring orbrake system. See Towing a Trailer (page 192).WIRING FAULT ON TRAILER
4WD
ActionMessage
A fault is present in your 4X4 system. See UsingFour-Wheel Drive (page 158).CHECK 4X4
Your 4X4 system is making a shift.4X4 SHIFT IN PROGRESS
You need to apply the brake in order to shift into4X4 LOW.FOR 4X4 LOW APPLY BRAKE
When your vehicle is at a stop and you need to shiftinto Neutral before you select 4X4 LOW.FOR 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N
When your vehicle is moving and you need toreduce your speed to select 4X4 LOW.FOR 4X4 LOW SLOW TO 3 MPH
You select 2WD and need to apply the brakes inorder to exit 4X4 LOW.TO EXIT 4X4 LOW APPLY BRAKE
You select 2WD while your vehicle is at a stop in4X4 LOW and you need to shift into Neutral.TO EXIT 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N
You select 2WD while your vehicle is operating in4X4 LOW and you need to reduce your speed.TO EXIT 4X4 LOW SLOW TO 3MPH
May display when shifting to or from 4X4 LOW.SHIFT DELAYED PULL FORWARD
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REMOTE START (If Equipped)
The remote start feature allows you topre-condition the interior of your vehicle.The climate control system works toachieve comfort according to your previoussettings.
Note:You cannot adjust the system duringremote start operation.
Turn the ignition on to return the systemto its previous settings. You can now makeadjustments normally, but you need to turncertain vehicle-dependent features backon, such as:
•Heated seats.
•Cooled seats.
•Heated steering wheel.
•Heated mirrors.
•Heated rear window.
You can adjust the default remote startsettings using the information displaycontrols. See Information Displays(page 89).
Automatic Settings
In hot weather, the system is set to 72°F(22°C). The cooled seats are set to high(if available, and selected to AUTO in theinformation display).
In moderate weather, the system eitherheats or cools (based on previoussettings). The rear defroster, heatedmirrors and heated seats do notautomatically turn on.
In cold weather, the system is set to 72°F(22°C). The heated seats are set to high(if available, and selected to AUTO in theinformation display). The rear defrosterand heated mirrors automatically turn on.
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SITTING IN THE CORRECT
POSITION
WARNINGS
Sitting improperly, out of position orwith the seatback reclined too farcan take weight off the seat cushionand affect the decision of the passengersensing system, resulting in serious injuryor death in the event of a crash. Always situpright against your seat back, with yourfeet on the floor.
Do not recline the seatback as thiscan cause the occupant to slideunder the safety belt, resulting inserious injury in the event of a crash.
Do not place objects higher than theseatback to reduce the risk of seriousinjury in the event of a crash or duringheavy braking.
When you use them properly, the seat,head restraint, safety belt and airbags willprovide optimum protection in the eventof a crash.
We recommend that you follow theseguidelines:
•Sit in an upright position with the baseof your spine as far back as possible.
•Do not recline the seatback more than30 degrees.
•Adjust the head restraint so that thetop of it is level with the top of yourhead and as far forward as possible.Make sure that you remaincomfortable.
•Keep sufficient distance betweenyourself and the steering wheel. Werecommend a minimum of 10 in(25 cm) between your breastbone andthe airbag cover.
•Hold the steering wheel with your armsslightly bent.
•Bend your legs slightly so that you canpress the pedals fully.
•Position the shoulder strap of thesafety belt over the center of yourshoulder and position the lap straptightly across your hips.
Make sure that your driving position iscomfortable and that you can maintain fullcontrol of your vehicle.
HEAD RESTRAINTS
WARNINGS
Fully adjust the head restraint beforeyou sit in or operate your vehicle. Thiswill help minimize the risk of neckinjury in the event of a crash. Do not adjustthe head restraint when your vehicle ismoving.
The head restraint is a safety device.Whenever possible it should beinstalled and properly adjusted whenthe seat is occupied. An improperlyadjusted head restraint may notadequately protect an occupant during animpact from the rear.
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
WARNING
Always set the parking brake fullyand make sure the gearshift islatched in park (P). Turn the ignitionto the off position and remove the keywhenever you leave your vehicle.
Understanding the Shift Positionsof the 5–Speed AutomaticTransmission (If Equipped)
Putting your vehicle in or out of gear:
1. Fully press down the brake pedal.
2. Move the gearshift lever into thedesired gear.
3. Come to a complete stop.
4. Move the gearshift lever and securelylatch it in park (P).
Park (P)
This position locks the transmission andprevents the rear wheels from turning.
Reverse (R)
With the gearshift lever in reverse (R), yourvehicle moves backward. Always come toa complete stop before shifting into andout of reverse (R).
Neutral (N)
With the gearshift lever in neutral (N), youcan start your vehicle and it is free to roll.Hold the brake pedal down while in thisposition.
Drive (D)
Drive (D) is the normal driving position forthe best fuel economy. The overdrivefunction allows automatic upshifts anddownshifts through gears one through five.
Third (3)
Transmission operates in third (3) gearonly. Use third (3) gear for improvedtraction on slippery roads.
Second (2)
Transmission operates in second (2) gearonly. Use second (2) gear to start-up onslippery roads.
First (1)
•Transmission operates in first (1) gearonly.
•Provides maximum engine braking.
•Allows upshifts by moving gearshiftlever.
•Does not downshift into first (1) gearat high speeds; allows for first (1) gearwhen vehicle reaches slower speeds.
Forced downshifts
•Allowed in drive (D) with the tow/haulfeature on or off.
•Press the accelerator to the floor.
•Allows transmission to select anappropriate gear.
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