
NOTE:•After pushing the release button you will have 20
minutes to fuel the vehicle, beyond 20 minutes you
will need to press the release button again.
• The fuel door could take up to 15 seconds to open. It
may take longer to open in some situations, such as
high ambient temperatures.
• If you hear a hissing sound when the nozzle is inserted
into the filler pipe, wait to begin fueling the vehicle
until after the hissing sound stops. 3. Open the fuel filler door.
NOTE:
In certain cold conditions, ice may prevent the fuel
door from opening. If this occurs, lightly push on the fuel
door to break the ice buildup and re-release the fuel door
using the inside release button. Do not pry on the door.
4. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the pipe seals the system.
5. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe, the nozzle opens and holds the flapper door while refueling.
Instrument Cluster Message
Fuel Filler Door
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Traction
When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a
wedge of water to build up between the tire and road
surface. This is hydroplaning and may cause partial or
complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability. To
reduce this possibility, the following precautions should be
observed:
1. Slow down during rainstorms or when the roads areslushy.
2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles.
3. Replace the tires when tread wear indicators first be- come visible.
4. Keep tires properly inflated.
5. Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you to avoid a collision in a
sudden stop.
Driving Through Water
Driving through water more than a few inches/centimeters
deep will require extra caution to ensure safety and pre-
vent damage to your vehicle.
Flowing/Rising Water
WARNING!
Do not drive on or across a road or path where water is
flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off). Flowing
water can wear away the road or path’s surface and
cause your vehicle to sink into deeper water. Further-
more, flowing and/or rising water can carry your ve-
hicle away swiftly. Failure to follow this warning may
result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your
passengers, and others around you.
Shallow Standing Water
Although your vehicle is capable of driving through shal-
low standing water, consider the following Cautions and
Warnings before doing so.
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WARNING!
•Driving through standing water limits your vehicle’s
traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h)
when driving through standing water.
• Driving through standing water limits your vehicle’s
braking capabilities, which increases stopping dis-
tances. Therefore, after driving through standing
water, drive slowly and lightly press on the brake
pedal several times to dry the brakes.
• Failure to follow these warnings may result in inju-
ries that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers,
and others around you.
CAUTION!
• Always check the depth of the standing water before
driving through it. Never drive through standing
water that is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims
mounted on the vehicle.
• Determine the condition of the road or the path that
is under water and if there are any obstacles in the
way before driving through the standing water.
(Continued)
CAUTION! (Continued)
•Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving through
standing water. This will minimize wave effects.
• Driving through standing water may cause damage
to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always in-
spect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, transmis-
sion, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination (i.e., fluid
that is milky or foamy in appearance) after driving
through standing water. Do not continue to operate
the vehicle if any fluid appears contaminated, as this
may result in further damage. Such damage is not
covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• Getting water inside your vehicle’s engine can cause
it to lock up and stall out, and cause serious internal
damage to the engine. Such damage is not covered by
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 383

CAUTION!
•The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded
fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effective-
ness of the catalyst as an emissions control device
and may seriously reduce engine performance and
cause serious damage to the engine.
• Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your
vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In
the event of engine malfunction, particularly involv-
ing engine misfire or other apparent loss of perfor-
mance, have your vehicle serviced promptly. Contin-
ued operation of your vehicle with a severe
malfunction could cause the converter to overheat,
resulting in possible damage to the converter and
vehicle.
Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic converter
will not require maintenance. However, it is important to
keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst
operation and prevent possible catalyst damage.
NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control sys-
tems can result in civil penalties being assessed against
you. In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe and
abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop the
vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool. Service,
including a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifications,
should be obtained immediately.
To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter damage:
•
Do not interrupt the ignition when the transmission is in
gear and the vehicle is in motion.
• Do not try to start the vehicle by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
• Do not idle the engine with any ignition components
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough idle
or malfunctioning operating conditions.
Cooling System
WARNING!
• Turn vehicle OFF and disconnect the fan motor lead
before working near the radiator cooling fan.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 447

Setting NameSelectable Options
Hands Free Lift Gate On Off
Hands Free Sliding Door OnOff
Auto Unlock On Exit On Off
NOTE:
When the “Auto Unlock On Exit” feature is selected, all doors will unlock when the vehicle is stopped and the trans-
mission is in the PARK or NEUTRAL position and the driver’s door is opened. Flash Lights With Lock OnOff
Sound Horn With Lock Off1st Press 2nd Press
Sound Horn With Remote Start — If Equipped On
Off
Passive Entry On Off
1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks DriverAll
NOTE:
When the “1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks” feature’s “Driver” option is selected, only the driver’s door will unlock on
the first push of the key fob unlock button; you must push the key fob unlock button twice to unlock the passenger’s
doors. When “All” is selected, all of the doors will unlock on the first press of the key fob unlock button. If “All” is
programmed, all doors will unlock no matter which Passive Entry equipped door handle is grasped. If “Driver” is
programmed, only the driver ’s door will unlock when the driver ’s door is grasped. Touching the handle more than
once will only result in the driver ’s door opening once. If the driver door is opened, the interior door lock/unlock
switch can be used to unlock all doors (or use key fob).
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MULTIMEDIA 513

Auxiliary Power Outlet..................... .138
Axle Lubrication .......................... .492
Battery .............................. .171, 435
Charging System Light ....................171
Jump Starting .......................... .417
Key Fob Battery Replacement .................43
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................43
Remote Battery Replacement .................43
Saving Feature (Protection) ..................98
Belts, Seat ............................... .276
Blind Spot Monitoring ...................... .203
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................441
B-Pillar Location .......................... .458
Brake Assist System ........................ .196
Brake Control System, Electronic ................195
Brake Fluid .............................. .492
Brake System ............................ .453
Fluid Check ........................ .453, 492
Master Cylinder ........................ .453
Parking .............................. .285
Warning Light .......................... .169
Brightness, Interior Lights ....................100
Bulb Replacement ......................... .396Bulbs, Light
....................... .278, 392, 396
Camera, Rear ......................... .368, 370
Capacities, Fluid .......................... .489
Caps, Filler Fuel .............................. .374, 421
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .................451
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................275, 488
Cargo Compartment Luggage Carrier ........................ .144
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ..................... .134
Car Washes .............................. .479
Cellular Phone ........................... .552
Center High Mounted Stop Light ...............398
Certification Label ......................... .377
Chains,
Tire ............................. .474
Changing A Flat Tire ....................... .455
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............275
Checks, Safety ............................ .275
Child Restraint ........................... .253
Child Restraints Booster Seats ........................... .258
Center Seat LATCH ...................... .265
Child Restraints ........................ .253
Child Seat Installation ..................268, 270
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INDEX 577

Hood Prop.............................. .126
Hood Release ............................ .126
Hook, Coat .............................. .138
Inside Rearview Mirror ....................89, 386
Instrument Cluster ................155, 173, 179, 185
Instrument Cluster Display Information Display ...................... .156
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ................481
Interior And Instrument Lights ..................98
Interior Appearance Care .....................480
Interior Lights ..............................98
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ..............101
Introduction ................................4
Inverter, Power ........................... .142
iPod/USB/MP3 Control ..................... .521
Jack Operation ........................... .455
Jump Starting ............................ .417
KeyFob..................................37 Arm The Alarm ..........................53
Disarm The Alarm ........................54
Remote Battery Replacement .................43
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) .....43Keyless Enter-N-Go
Lock The Vehicle’s Doors ...................511
Passive Entry Programming .................511
Keys ....................................37
Lane Change Assist ..........................97
LaneSense ............................... .363
Lap/Shoulder Belts ........................ .222
Latches ................................. .278
Lead Free Gasoline ........................ .486
Leaks, Fluid ............................. .278
Life Of Tires ............................. .467
Liftgate ................................. .128
Light Bulbs .......................... .278, 396
Light Replacement ......................... .396
Lights .................................. .278
AirBag .........................168, 235, 276
Automatic Headlights ......................94
Battery Saver ............................98
Brake Assist Warning ..................... .200
Brake
Warning ......................... .169
Bulb Replacement .....................392, 396
Center Mounted Stop ..................... .398
Cruise ...................186, 187, 188, 189, 190
Daytime Running .........................9512
INDEX 581