The Instrument Cluster Display is located in the center
portion of the cluster and consist of multiple sections:
•Main Screen — The inner ring of the display will
illuminate in grey under normal conditions, yellow for
non critical warnings, red for critical warnings, and
white for on demand information.
• Sub-menu Dots— Whenever there are submenus avail-
able, the position within the submenus is shown here.
• Reconfigurable Telltales/Information
• Gear Selector Status (PRNDL)
• Selectable Information (Compass, Temp, Range to
Empty, Trip A, Trip B, Average Fuel Economy, Current
Fuel Economy)
• AWD Status — If Equipped
The Instrument Cluster Display will normally display the
main menu or the screens of a selected feature of the main
menu. The main display area also displays “pop up”
messages that consist of approximately 60 possible warn-
ing or information messages. These pop up messages fall
into several categories: •
Five Second Stored Messages
When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of mes-
sage takes control of the main display area for five seconds
and then returns to the previous screen. Most of the
messages of this type are then stored (as long as the
condition that activated it remains active) and can be
reviewed from the “Messages” main menu item. Examples
of this message type are “Right Front Turn Signal Lamp
Out” and “Low Tire Pressure.”
• Unstored Messages
This message type is displayed indefinitely or until the
condition that activated the message is cleared. Examples
of this message type are “Turn Signal On” (if a turn signal
is left on) and “Lights On” (if driver leaves the vehicle).
• Unstored Messages Until RUN
These messages deal primarily with the Remote Start
feature. This message type is displayed until the ignition is
in the RUN state. Examples of this message type are
“Remote Start Aborted - Door Ajar” and “Press Brake
Pedal and Push Button to Start.”
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261
▫Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation .....429
▫ Radial Ply Tires ....................... .429
▫ Tire Types ........................... .430
▫ Run Flat Tires — If Equipped ..............431
▫ Spare Tires — If Equipped ................431
▫ Tire Spinning ........................ .434
▫ Tread Wear Indicators ...................435
▫ Life Of Tire .......................... .435
▫ Replacement Tires ..................... .436
TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) .........437
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS ......438
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) . . . .439
▫ Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure
Warnings ............................ .441
▫ Service TPM System Warning ..............442
▫ TPMS Deactivation — If Equipped ...........443
▫ General Information ....................444
FUEL REQUIREMENTS ....................444
▫ 3.6L Engine .......................... .444
▫ 5.7L Engine .......................... .445
▫ Reformulated Gasoline ..................445
▫ Materials Added To Fuel .................446
▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ...............446
▫ E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles .........447
▫ CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications ......447
▫ MMT In Gasoline ...................... .447
▫ Fuel System Cautions ....................448
▫ Carbon
Monoxide Warnings ...............448
ADDING FUEL ........................ .449
▫ Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release ..........450
VEHICLE LOADING .....................451
▫ Certification Label ..................... .451
TRAILER TOWING ..................... .453
▫ Common Towing Definitions ...............453
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STARTING AND OPERATING 377
If Engine Fails To Start
WARNING!
•Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the
throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start
the vehicle. This could result in flash fire causing
serious personal injury.
• Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it
started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans-
mission cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel
could enter the catalytic converter and once the
engine has started, ignite and damage the converter
and vehicle.
• If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster cables
may be used to obtain a start from a booster battery
or the battery in another vehicle. This type of start
can be dangerous if done improperly. Refer to
“Jump-Starting” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for
further information.
Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE
START/STOP Button)
If the engine fails to start after you have followed the
“Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather procedures,
it may be flooded. To clear any excess fuel: 1. Press and hold the brake pedal.
2. Press the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and
hold it.
3. Push and release the ENGINE START/STOP button once.
The starter motor will engage automatically, run for 10
seconds, and then disengage. Once this occurs, release the
accelerator pedal and the brake pedal, wait 10 to 15
seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure.
After Starting
The idle speed is controlled automatically, and it will
decrease as the engine warms up.
STOP/START SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
The Stop/Start function was developed to reduce fuel
consumption. The system will stop the engine automati-
cally during a vehicle stop if the required conditions are
met. Releasing the brake pedal or pressing the accelerator
pedal will automatically restart the engine.
382 STARTING AND OPERATING
NOTE:
•Unequal tire pressures from side to side may cause
erratic and unpredictable steering response.
• Unequal tire pressure from side to side may cause the
vehicle to drift left or right.
Fuel Economy
Underinflated tires will increase tire rolling resistance
resulting in higher fuel consumption.
Tread Wear
Improper cold tire inflation pressures can cause abnormal
wear patterns and reduced tread life, resulting in the need
for earlier tire replacement.
Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability
Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride.
Over-inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride.
Tire Inflation Pressures
The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the
driver’s side B-Pillar or rear edge of the driver’s side door. At least once a month:
•
Check and adjust tire pressure with a good quality
pocket-type pressure gauge. Do not make a visual
judgement when determining proper inflation. Tires
may look properly inflated even when they are under-
inflated.
• Inspect tires for signs of tire wear or visible damage.
CAUTION!
After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, always
reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent moisture
and dirt from entering the valve stem, which could
damage the valve stem.
Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always
“cold tire inflation pressure”. Cold tire inflation pressure is
defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been
driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile
(1.6 km) after sitting for a minimum of three hours. The
cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum
inflation pressure molded into the tire sidewall.
428 STARTING AND OPERATING
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that service
is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as
frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold
ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will influence
when the “Oil Change Required” message is displayed.
Severe Operating Conditions can cause the change oil
message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km)
since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as
possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change.
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or 350
hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The 350
hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a concern
for fleet customers. Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment or is
operated predominately at idle or only very low engine
RPM’s. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•
Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder and fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
552 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
Adding Fluid.......................... .528
Fluid And Filter Changes ...................528
Fluid Change .......................... .528
Fluid Level Check .....................527, 528
Fluid Type ......................... .527, 549
Gear Ranges ........................... .389
Special Additives ........................ .528
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) .........206
Auxiliary Power Outlet ..................... .206
Axle Fluid .............................. .549
Battery .............................. .241, 511
Charging System Light ....................241
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................21
Belts, Seat .................................85
Blind Spot Monitoring ...................... .102
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................516
B-Pillar Location .......................... .423
Brake Assist System ........................ .408
Brake Control System, Electronic ................406
Brake Fluid .......................... .525, 549
Brake System ......................... .406, 525
Anti-Lock (ABS) ........................ .406
Fluid Check ........................... .525
Master Cylinder ........................ .525Parking
.............................. .404
Warning Light .......................... .239
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................387
Bulb Replacement ...................... .540, 542
Bulbs, Light ...............................88
Camera, Rear ............................ .192
Capacities, Fluid .......................... .545
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................. .487
Oil (Engine) ........................... .510
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .................523
Carbon Monoxide Warning .................85,
448
Cargo Area Cover ......................... .220
Cargo Area Features ....................... .219
Cargo Compartment ....................... .219
Light ................................ .220
Luggage Carrier ........................ .223
Cargo Light ............................. .220
Cargo Tie-Downs .......................... .221
Car Washes .............................. .529
Cellular Phone ........................... .334
Center High Mounted Stop Light ...............544
Certification Label ......................... .451
Chains, Tire ............................. .437
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