Press the button again within three
seconds to unlock all doors. The direction
indicators will flash.
Press and hold both the lock and unlock
buttons on the remote control for three
seconds to change between driver door or
all doors unlock mode. The direction
indicators will flash twice to indicate a
change to the unlocking mode. Driver door
mode only unlocks the driver door when
you press the unlock button once. All door
mode unlocks all doors when you press
the unlock button once. The unlocking
mode applies to the remote control.
Locking the Doors
Press the button to lock all
doors. The direction indicators
will flash.
Press the button again within three
seconds to confirm that all the doors are
closed. The doors will lock again, the horn
will sound and the direction indicators will
flash if all the doors and the liftgate are
closed.
Note: If any door or the liftgate is open, or
if the hood is open on vehicles with an
anti-theft alarm or remote start, the horn
will sound twice and the direction indicators
will not flash.
Independent Liftgate Locking
Feature
This feature allows you to unlock the
liftgate independently of the other doors.
Unlocking
The liftgate unlocks when you pull and
release the liftgate control on the overhead
console with the ignition on.
Note: The liftgate does not unlock when
you unlock all the doors electronically using
the remote control or power door lock
control. Liftgate Timed Release
Switch the ignition to the run, start or
accessory position. Pull and release the liftgate
control on the overhead console.
Note: Only the liftgate unlocks. All other
passenger doors remain in the previous
locking state.
A warning lamp illuminates in the
instrument cluster for 45 seconds. See
Warning Lamps and Indicators (page
68). You can then open the liftgate using
the exterior liftgate release button.
Once the 45 second timer expires, the
lamp turns off and you can no longer open
the liftgate. Pull and release the liftgate
control on the overhead console again to
restart the timer.
Note: You can also unlock the liftgate by
using the key blade inserted into the liftgate
lock cylinder.
Locking
The liftgate locks when any of the
following occur:
• You open and close the liftgate after
you pull and release the liftgate control
on the overhead console.
• The 45 second timer expires.
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
with the Key Blade
Locking with the Key
Turn the top of the key toward the front of
your vehicle.
Unlocking with the Key
Turn the top of the key toward the rear of
your vehicle.
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Engine Oil
If it illuminates with the engine
running or when you are driving,
this indicates a malfunction.
Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so and switch the engine off. Check the
engine oil level. See Engine Oil Check
(page 180).
Note: Do not resume your journey if it
illuminates despite the level being correct.
Have the system checked by an authorized
dealer immediately.
Fasten Safety Belt It illuminates and a chime
sounds to remind you to fasten
your safety belt. See
Safety
Belt Minder (page 30).
Front Airbag If it fails to illuminate when you
start your vehicle, continues to
flash or remains on, it indicates
a malfunction. Have the system checked
by an authorized dealer.
High Beam It illuminates when you switch
the high beam headlamps on. It
flashes when you use the
headlamp flasher.
Hood Ajar
(If Equipped) Displays when the ignition is on
and the hood is not completely
closed.
Liftgate Ajar Lights when the liftgate is not
completely closed. Liftgate Lock Release Lights when liftgate is currently
unlocked due to actuation of
liftgate.
Low Fuel Level It illuminates when the fuel level
is low or the fuel tank is nearly
empty. Refuel as soon as
possible.
Low Tire Pressure Warning It illuminates when your tire
pressure is low. If the lamp
remains on with the engine
running or when driving, check your tire
pressure as soon as possible.
It also illuminates momentarily when you
switch the ignition on to confirm the lamp
is functional. If it does not illuminate when
you switch the ignition on, or begins to
flash at any time, have the system checked
by an authorized dealer.
Low Washer Fluid It illuminates when the
windshield washer fluid is low.
Parking Lamps It illuminates when you switch
the parking lamps on.
Powertrain Fault Illuminates when the system
detects a powertrain or a 4WD
fault. Contact an authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
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Brake System
Action
Message
The brake fluid level is low. Check the brake system immedi-ately. See Brake Fluid Check (page 186).
Brake Fluid Level LOW
The brake system needs servicing. Stop the vehicle in a safeplace. Contact an authorized dealer.
Check Brake System
The parking brake is set, the engine is running and you drive
your vehicle more than 3 mph (5 km/h). If the warning stays
on after you release the parking brake, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Park Brake Engaged
Doors and Locks Action
Message
The driver door is not completely closed.
Driver Door Ajar
The passenger door is not completely closed.
Passenger Door Ajar
The rear left door is not completely closed.
Rear Left Door Ajar
The rear right door is not completely closed.
Rear Right Door Ajar
The liftgate is not completely closed.
Liftgate Ajar
The hood is not completely closed.
Hood Ajar
The system has disabled the door switches.
Switches Inhibited
Security Mode
Electronic Stability Control Action
Message
The system detects a malfunction due to a blocked sensor.
ESC Service required
Displays the traction control system status.
ESC Off
Displays the traction control system status.
ESC On
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OPENING AND CLOSING THE
HOOD
Opening the Hood
1.
Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release
handle located under the left-hand
side of the instrument panel.
2. Slightly lift the hood. 3. Move the catch to the left.
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General
•
Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated
place.
• Protect from sunlight, if possible.
• If vehicles are stored outside, they
require regular maintenance to protect
against rust and damage.
Body
• Wash your vehicle thoroughly to
remove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud from
exterior surfaces, rear-wheel housing
and the underside of front fenders.
• Periodically wash your vehicle if it is
stored in exposed locations.
• Touch-up exposed or primed metal to
prevent rust.
• Cover chrome and stainless steel parts
with a thick coat of auto wax to prevent
discoloration. Re-wax as necessary
when you wash your vehicle.
• Lubricate all hood, door and luggage
compartment hinges and latches with
a light grade oil.
• Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
• Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents.
Engine
• Change the engine oil and filter prior to
storage because used engine oil
contains contaminates which may
cause engine damage.
• Start the engine every 15 days for a
minimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast idle
with the climate controls set to defrost
until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature. •
With your foot on the brake, shift
through all the gears while the engine
is running.
• We recommend that you change the
engine oil before you use your vehicle
again.
Fuel system
• Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the
fuel pump nozzle.
Cooling system
• Protect against freezing temperatures.
• When removing your vehicle from
storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm that there are no cooling
system leaks and that fluid is at the
recommended level.
Battery
• Check and recharge as necessary. Keep
connections clean.
• If storing your vehicle for more than 30
days without recharging the battery,
we recommend that you disconnect
the battery cables to maintain battery
charge for quick starting.
Note: It is necessary to reset memory
features if battery cables are disconnected.
Brakes
• Make sure the brakes and parking brake
release fully.
Tires
• Maintain recommended air pressure.
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Warning Lamps and Indicators................68
Anti-Lock Braking System................................ 69
Battery..................................................................... 69
Blind Spot Monitor.............................................. 69
Brake System........................................................ 69
Cruise Control........................................................ 69
Direction Indicator............................................... 69
Door Ajar................................................................. 69
Engine Coolant Temperature.......................... 69
Engine Oil................................................................ 70
Fasten Safety Belt................................................ 70
Front Airbag............................................................ 70
High Beam.............................................................. 70
Hood Ajar................................................................ 70
Liftgate Ajar............................................................ 70
Liftgate Lock Release.......................................... 70
Low Fuel Level....................................................... 70
Low Tire Pressure Warning............................... 70
Low Washer Fluid................................................. 70
Parking Lamps....................................................... 70
Powertrain Fault................................................... 70
Service Engine Soon............................................. 71
Stability Control..................................................... 71
Stability Control Off.............................................. 71
Washer Fluid Check.....................................187
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior............................... 198
See: Wipers and Washers................................. 56
Waxing ..............................................................
199
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel........................ 227
Wheels and Tires.........................................205 General Information......................................... 205
Technical Specifications.................................. 231
Windows and Mirrors....................................63
Windshield Washers.....................................56
Windshield Wipers
........................................56
Speed Dependent Wipers................................ 56
Wipers and Washers
.....................................56
Wrecker Towing See: Transporting the Vehicle........................ 150
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