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Door Ajar Light
If equipped, this light comes onwhen a door is open or not securelylatched. Before driving, check thatall doors are properly closed. SeeDoor Ajar Messages011 4.
Information Displays
Driver Information
Center (DIC)
The DIC displays information aboutthe vehicle. It also displays warningmessages if a system problem isdetected. SeeVehicle Messages011 3.AllmessagesappearintheDIC display in the center of theinstrument cluster.
The vehicle may also have featuresthat can be customized through thecontrols on the radio. SeeVehiclePersonalization0120.
DIC Operation and Displays
The DIC has different displays,which can be accessed by using theDIC buttons on the turn signal leverto the left of the steering wheel. TheDIC displays trip, fuel, vehiclesystem information, and warningmessages if a system problem isdetected.
1.SET/CLR:Press to set,or press and hold to clear, themenu item displayed.
2.\:Use the band to scroll
through the items ineach menu.
3.MENU:Press to display theDIC menus. This button is alsoused to return to or exit the lastscreen displayed on the DIC.
Trip/Fuel Menu Items
Press MENU on the turn signallever until Trip/Fuel Menu is
displayed. Use\to scroll through
the following possible menu items:
.Digital Speedometer
.Trip
.Fuel Range
.Average Fuel Economy
.Instantaneous Fuel Economy
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.Average Vehicle Speed
.Navigation
Digital Speedometer
The speedometer, available onsome vehicles, shows how fast thevehicle is moving in eitherkilometers per hour (km/h) or milesper hour (mph). The speedometercannot be reset.
Tr i p
This display shows the currentdistance traveled in eitherkilometers (km) or miles (mi), sincethe last reset for the trip odometer.The trip odometer can be reset tozero by pressing SET/CLR while thetrip odometer display is showing.
Fuel Range
This display shows the approximatedistance the vehicle can be drivenwithout refueling. The fuel rangeestimate is based on an average ofthe vehicle's fuel economy overrecent driving history and theamount of fuel remaining in the fueltank. Fuel range cannot be reset.
Average Fuel Economy
This display shows the approximateaverage liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg).This number is calculated based onthe number of L/100 km (mpg)recorded since the last time thismenu item was reset. This numberreflects only the approximateaverage fuel economy that thevehicle has right now, and willchange as driving conditionschange. The fuel economy can bereset by pressing SET/CLR whilethe Average Fuel Economy displayis showing. On some models, thisdisplay is shown on the same pagewith the instantaneous fuelconsumption display.
Instantaneous Fuel Economy
The instantaneous fuel consumptiondisplay shows the current fueleconomy in liters per 100kilometers (L/100 km) or miles pergallon (mpg). This number reflectsonly the approximate fuel economythat the vehicle has right now andchanges frequently as drivingconditions change. Unlike average
fuel economy, this display cannot bereset. On some models, this displayis shown on the same page with theaverage fuel economy display.
Average Vehicle Speed
This display shows the averagespeed of the vehicle in kilometersper hour (km/h) or miles perhour (mph). This average iscalculated based on the variousvehicle speeds recorded since thelast reset of this value. The averagespeed can be reset by pressingSET/CLR while the Average VehicleSpeed display is showing.
Navigation
This display shows the Navigationinformation when guidance isselected.
Vehicle Information Menu Items
Press MENU on the turn signallever until Vehicle Information menu
is displayed. Use\to scroll
through the following possible menuitems:
.Battery Voltage
.Speed Warning
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.Units
.Tire Pressure Monitoring
.Remaining Oil Life
Battery Voltage
This display, available on somevehicles, shows the current batteryvoltage. If the voltage is in thenormal range, the value will display.For example, the display may readBattery Voltage 15.0 Volts. Thevehicle's charging system regulatesvoltage based on the state of thebattery. The battery voltage canfluctuate while viewing thisinformation on the DIC. This isnormal. SeeCharging System Light0100.Ifthereisaproblemwiththebattery charging system, the DICwill display a message.
Speed Warning
This display is used to set thevehicle speed at which the speedwarning chime sounds and the alertis displayed. The speed can be setby pressing SET/CLR while thespeed warning display is showing.
Units
Move\to switch between metric
or US when the Units display isactive. Press SET/CLR to confirmthe setting. This will change thedisplays on the cluster and DIC toeither metric or English (US)measurements.
Tire Pressure Monitoring
This display will show a vehicle withthe approximate pressures of allfour tires. Tire pressure is displayedin either kilopascal (kPa) or poundsper square inch (psi). SeeTirePressure Monitor Operation0312.
Remaining Oil Life
This display shows an estimate ofthe oil's remaining useful life. If 99%is displayed, that means 99% of thecurrent oil life remains.
When the remaining oil life is low,the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOONmessage will appear on the display.SeeEngine Oil Messages011 5.The oil should be changed as soonas possible. SeeEngine Oil0275.In addition to the engine oil lifesystem monitoring the oil life,
additional maintenance isrecommended in the MaintenanceSchedule. SeeMaintenanceSchedule0349.
Remember, the Remaining Oil Lifedisplay must be reset after each oilchange. It will not reset itself. Also,be careful not to reset the Oil Lifedisplay accidentally at any timeother than when the oil has justbeen changed. It cannot be resetaccurately until the next oil change.To r e s e t t h e e n g i n e o i l l i f e s y s t e m ,press SET/CLR while the Oil Lifedisplay is active. SeeEngine OilLife System0277.
Head-Up Display (HUD)
{Warning
If the HUD image is too bright or
too high in your field of view, it
may take you more time to see
things you need to see when it is
dark outside. Be sure to keep the
HUD image dim and placed low in
your field of view.
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With HUD, some informationconcerning the operation of thevehicle is projected onto thewindshield. The image is projectedthrough the HUD lens on top of theinstrument panel. The informationappears as an image focused outtoward the front of the vehicle.
Caution
If you try to use the HUD image
as a parking aid, you may
misjudge the distance and
damage your vehicle. Do not use
the HUD image as a parking aid.
The HUD may display some of thefollowing alerts or information forvehicles equipped with thesefeatures:
.Speedometer
.Ta c h o m e t e r
.High Beam Indicator Symbol
.Forward Collision Alert Warnings
.Audio Functions
.Navigation
.Transmission Position
.Shift Up Meter
.Cruise Control Active
The HUD control is to the left of thesteering wheel.
To a d j u s t t h e H U D i m a g e :
1. Adjust the driver seat.
2. Start the engine.
Use the following settings to adjustthe HUD.
$(Image Adjustment) :Pressdown or up to center the HUDimage. The HUD image can only beadjusted up and down, not sideto side.
PA G E ( D i s p l a y V i e w ) :Press toselect the display view. Turnclockwise or counterclockwise tobrighten or dim the display. Turncompletely counterclockwise to turnthe display off.
The HUD image will automaticallydim and brighten to compensate foroutside lighting. The HUDbrightness control can also beadjusted as needed.
The HUD image can temporarilylight up depending on the angle andposition of the sunlight on the HUDdisplay. This is normal.
Polarized sunglasses could makethe HUD image harder to see.
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HUD Views
There are four HUD pages that canbe viewed in the HUD display.
Page one displays:
Page two displays:
Page three displays:
Page four displays:
Care of the HUD
Clean the inside of the windshield toremove any dirt or film that couldreduce the sharpness or clarity ofthe HUD image.
Clean the HUD lens with a soft clothsprayed with glass cleaner. Wipethe lens gently, then dry it.
HUD Troubleshooting
Check that:
.Nothing is covering theHUD lens.
.HUD brightness setting is nottoo dim or too bright.
.HUD is adjusted to the properheight.
.Polarized sunglasses arenot worn.
.Windshield and HUD lens areclean.
If the HUD image is not correct,contact your dealer.
The windshield is part of the HUDsystem. SeeWindshieldReplacement0292.
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Vehicle Messages
Messages displayed on the DICindicate the status of the vehicle orsome action that may be needed tocorrect a condition. Multiplemessages may display one after theother.
The messages that do not requireimmediate action can beacknowledged and cleared bypressing SET/CLR. The messagesthat require immediate action cannotbe cleared until that action isperformed. All messages should betaken seriously and clearing themessages does not correct theproblem.
The following are some of thevehicle messages that may bedisplayed depending on yourvehicle content.
Battery Voltage and
Charging Messages
BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE
This message displays when thevehicle has detected that the batteryvoltage is dropping beyond areasonable point. The battery saversystem starts reducing features ofthe vehicle that may be noticed. Atthe point that features are disabled,this message displays. Turn offunnecessary accessories to allowthe battery to recharge.
LOW BATTERY
This message is displayed when thebattery voltage is low. SeeBattery -North America0288.
SERVICE BATTERY
CHARGING SYSTEM
This message is displayed whenthere is a fault in the batterycharging system. Take the vehicle toyour dealer for service.
Brake System Messages
BRAKE FLUID LOW
This message displays when thebrake fluid level is low. SeeBrakeFluid0287.
RELEASE PARKING BRAKE
This message displays if the ElectricParking Brake is on while thevehicle is in motion. Release itbefore attempting to drive. SeeElectric Parking Brake0242.
SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST
This message displays when thereis a problem with the brake boostsystem. When this messagedisplays, the brake pedal may beharder to push and the stoppingdistance may be longer. See yourdealer for service.
SERVICE PARKING BRAKE
This message displays when thereis a problem with the ElectricParking Brake. See your dealer forservice.
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STEP ON BRAKE TO
RELEASE PARK BRAKE
This message displays whenattempting to release the ElectricParking Brake without the brakepedal applied. SeeElectric ParkingBrake0242.
Cruise Control Messages
CRUISE SET TO XXX
This message displays when thecruise control is set and shows thespeed it was set to. SeeCruiseControl0251.
Door Ajar Messages
DRIVER DOOR OPEN
This message will display when thedriver door is open. Close the doorcompletely.
HOOD OPEN
This message will display when thehood is open. Close the hoodcompletely.
LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN
This message will display when thedriver side rear door is open. Closethe door completely.
PASSENGER DOOR OPEN
This message will display when thefront passenger door is open. Closethe door completely.
RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN
This message will display when thepassenger side rear door is open.Close the door completely.
TRUNK OPEN
This message will display when thetrunk is open. Close the trunkcompletely.
Engine Cooling System
Messages
A/C OFF DUE TO HIGH
ENGINE TEMP
This message displays when theengine coolant becomes hotter thanthe normal operating temperature.To a v o i d a d d e d s t r a i n o n a h o t
engine, the air conditioningcompressor automatically turns off.When the coolant temperaturereturns to normal, the airconditioning compressor turns backon. The vehicle can continue to bedriven.
If this message continues to appear,have the system repaired by yourdealer as soon as possible to avoiddamage to the engine.
ENGINE OVERHEATED—
IDLE ENGINE
This message displays when theengine coolant temperature is toohot. Stop and allow the vehicle toidle until it cools down.
ENGINE OVERHEATED—
STOP ENGINE
This message displays and acontinuous chime sounds if theengine cooling system reachesunsafe temperatures for operation.Stop and turn off the vehicle assoon as it is safe to do so to avoidsevere damage. This messageclears when the engine has cooledto a safe operating temperature.
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Engine Oil Messages
CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
This message displays whenservice is required for the vehicle.See your dealer.SeeEngine Oil0275andMaintenance Schedule0349.
Acknowledging the CHANGEENGINE OIL SOON message willnot reset the system. See“Remaining Oil Life”underDriverInformation Center (DIC)0108andEngine Oil Life System0277.
ENGINE OIL LOW—ADD OIL
On some vehicles, this messagedisplays when the engine oil levelmay be too low. Check the oil levelbefore filling to the recommendedlevel. If the oil is not low and thismessage remains on, take thevehicle to your dealer for service.SeeEngine Oil0275.
OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP
ENGINE
This message displays when thevehicle's engine oil pressure is low.The oil pressure light also appearson the instrument cluster. SeeEngine Oil Pressure Light0106.
Stop the vehicle immediately, asengine damage can result fromdriving a vehicle with low oilpressure. Have the vehicle servicedby your dealer as soon as possiblewhen this message is displayed.
Engine Power Messages
ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED
This message displays when thevehicle's engine power is reduced.Reduced engine power can affectthe vehicle's ability to accelerate.If this message is on, but there is noreduction in performance, proceedto your destination. Theperformance may be reduced thenext time the vehicle is driven. Thevehicle may be driven at a reducedspeed while this message is on, butmaximum acceleration and speed
may be reduced. Anytime thismessage stays on, or displaysrepeatedly, the vehicle should betaken to your dealer for service assoon as possible.
Fuel System Messages
FUEL LEVEL LOW
This message displays when thevehicle is low on fuel. Refuel assoon as possible.
Key and Lock Messages
NO REMOTE DETECTED
This message displays when thetransmitter battery is weak onvehicles with Keyless Access. See“Starting the Vehicle with a LowTransmitter Battery”underRemoteKeyless Entry (RKE) SystemOperation025.