Electric Park Brake
Lights when the electric parkingbrake malfunctions.
Engine or Motor CoolantTemperature
Lights when the engine or motorcooling system is overheating.Stop your vehicle in a safe placeand have an authorized dealer check thesystem.
Engine Oil
If it lights with the engine runningor when you are driving, thisindicates a malfunction. Stopyour vehicle as soon as it is safe to do soand switch the engine off. Check the engineoil level. See Engine Oil Check (page 254).
Note:Do not resume your trip if it lights,even if the oil level is correct. Have anauthorized dealer check the systemimmediately.
EV Now
Lights when you switch on thisfeature. See Plug-In HybridVehicle Operation (page 148).
EV Later
Lights when you select thisfeature. See Plug-In HybridVehicle Operation (page 148).
Fasten Seatbelt
Lights and a chime sounds toremind you to fasten yourseatbelt. See SeatbeltReminder (page 35).
Front Airbag
Lights when you start yourvehicle. If it continues to flash orremains on, it indicates amalfunction. Have an authorized dealercheck the system.
Front Fog Lamps (If Equipped)
Lights when you switch on thefront fog lamps.
Grade Assist (If Equipped)
Lights when you switch on thegrade assist function.
Heads Up Display (If Equipped)
A red beam of lights appears onthe windshield in certaininstances when using adaptivecruise control or the collision warningsystem. To make sure the display works,it will also appear momentarily when youstart your vehicle.
High Beam
Lights when you switch on thehigh-beam headlamps. Flasheswhen you use the headlampflasher.
Hood Ajar
Lights when the ignition is on andthe hood is not completelyclosed.
Lane Keeping Aid (If Equipped)
Lights when you activate thelane keeping system.
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Stability Control
Flashes when the system isactive. If it stays lit or does notlight when you switch on theignition, this indicates a malfunction.During a malfunction the system willswitch off. Have an authorized dealercheck the system immediately. See UsingStability Control (page 181).
Stability Control Off
Lights when you switch thesystem off. It will go out whenyou switch the system back onor when you switch off the ignition. SeeUsing Stability Control (page 181).
Stop Safely
Lights if your vehicle has anelectrical component fault orfailure that will cause yourvehicle to shutdown or enter into a limitedoperating mode. You may also see amessage.
Trunk Ajar
Lights when the ignition is on andthe trunk is not completelyclosed.
Vehicle Plugged in (If Equipped)
Lights when the vehicle isplugged in. A correspondingmessage may display afterattempting to start the vehicle.
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS
Keyless Warning Alert
The horn will sound twice when you exityour vehicle with the intelligent access keyand your vehicle is in RUN, indicating yourvehicle is still on.
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.
Parking Brake On Warning Chime
Sounds when you have left the parkingbrake on and drive your vehicle. If thewarning chime remains on after you havereleased the parking brake, have thesystem checked by your authorized dealerimmediately.
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Airbag
ActionMessage
The system detects a malfunction due to a blocked sensor.Remove blockage.Occupant SensorBLOCKED RemoveObjects Near PassengerSeat
Alarm
ActionMessage
Alarm triggered due to unauthorized entry. See Anti-TheftAlarm (page 66).Vehicle Alarm To StopAlarm, Start Vehicle.
Automatic Engine Shutdown
ActionMessage
The engine is getting ready to shut off.Engine Shuts Off In{seconds to shut off:#0}Seconds
The engine has shut off to help increase fuel economy.Engine Shut Off For FuelEconomy
The engine is getting ready to shut off. You can press OK onthe left steering wheel button to override the shut down.Engine Shuts Off in{seconds to shut off:#0}Seconds Press Ok toOverride
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Hill Start Assist
ActionMessage
Hill start assist is not available. Contact an authorized dealer.See Hill Start Assist (page 177).Hill Start Assist NotAvailable
Keys and Intelligent Access
ActionMessage
A reminder to press the brake while starting your vehicle.To START Press Brake
The system does not detect a key in your vehicle. See KeylessStarting (page 141).No Key Detected
You pressed the start/stop button to switch off the engineand your vehicle does not detect your intelligent access keyinside your vehicle.
Restart Now or Key isNeeded
Your vehicle is in the run ignition state.Accessory Power isActive
There is a problem with your vehicle’s starting system. Seean authorized dealer for service.Starting System Fault
You have successfully programmed an intelligent access keyto the system.Key Program Successful
You have failed to program an intelligent access key to thesystem.Key Program Failure
You have programmed the maximum number of keys to thesystem.Max Number of KeysLearned
You have not programmed enough keys to the system.Not Enough KeysLearned
The key battery is low. Change the battery as soon as possible.Key Battery Low ReplaceSoon
An attempt is made to program a spare key using two existingMyKeys.Could Not ProgramIntegrated Key
Informs you that upon exiting your vehicle that the vehicle isstill on.Vehicle is ON
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Power Steering
ActionMessage
The power steering system has detected a condition thatrequires service. See an authorized dealer.Steering Fault ServiceNow
The power steering system is not working. Stop your vehiclein a safe place. Contact an authorized dealer.Steering Loss StopSafely
The power steering system has detected a condition withinthe power steering system or passive entry or passive startsystem requires service. Contact an authorized dealer.
Steering Assist FaultService Required
Pre-Collision Assist
ActionMessage
A fault with the system has occurred. Contact an authorizeddealer as soon as possible.Pre-Collision AssistMalfunction
You have a blocked sensor due to bad weather, ice, mud orwater in front of the radar sensor. You can typically clean thesensor to resolve.
Pre-Collision Assist NotAvailable SensorBlocked
A fault with the system has occurred. Contact an authorizeddealer as soon as possible.Pre-Collision Assist NotAvailable
Remote Start
ActionMessage
A reminder to turn the key on to drive your vehicle after aremote start.To Drive: Turn Key to On
A reminder to apply the brake and push the gearshift buttonto drive your vehicle after a remote start.To Drive: Press Brakeand Start Button
Seats
ActionMessage
A reminder that memory seats are not available while driving.Memory Recall NotPermitted While Driving
Shows where you have saved your memory setting.Memory {0} Saved
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GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNINGS
Extended idling at high enginespeeds can produce very hightemperatures in the engine andexhaust system, creating the risk of fire orother damage.
Do not park, idle or drive your vehicleon dry grass or other dry groundcover. The emission system heats upthe engine compartment and exhaustsystem, creating the risk of fire.
Do not start the vehicle in a closedgarage or in other enclosed areas.Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Alwaysopen the garage door before you start thevehicle.
If you smell exhaust fumes insideyour vehicle, have your vehiclechecked by an authorized dealerimmediately. Do not drive your vehicle ifyou smell exhaust fumes.
If you disconnect the battery, your vehiclemay exhibit some unusual drivingcharacteristics for approximately 5 mi(8 km) after you reconnect it. This isbecause the engine management systemmust realign itself with the engine. You candisregard any unusual drivingcharacteristics during this period.
The powertrain control system meets allCanadian interference-causing equipmentstandard requirements regulating theimpulse electrical field or radio noise.
When you start your vehicle, avoid pressingthe accelerator pedal until the ready todrive indicator illuminates. Only use theaccelerator pedal when you have difficultystarting your vehicle.
KEYLESS STARTING
Note:The system may not function if thepassive key is close to metal objects orelectronic devices, for example keys or a cellphone.
Note:A valid passive key must be locatedinside your vehicle to switch the ignition onand start your vehicle.
Ignition Modes
The keyless starting system has threemodes:
Off: Turns the ignition off.
•Without applying the brake pedal,press and release the button oncewhen the ignition is in the on mode, orwhen your vehicle is running but is notmoving.
On: All electrical circuits are operationaland the warning lamps and indicatorsilluminate.
•Without applying the brake pedal,press and release the button once.
Start: Starts your vehicle. The engine maynot start when your vehicle starts.
•Press the brake pedal, and then pressthe button for any length of time. Anindicator light on the button illuminateswhen the ignition is on and when yourvehicle starts.
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STARTING A GASOLINE
ENGINE
When you start the engine, the idle speedincreases. This helps to warm up theengine. If the engine idle speed does notslow down automatically, have yourvehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
Note: You can crank the engine for a totalof 60 seconds without the engine startingbefore the starting system temporarilydisables. The 60 seconds does not have tobe all at once. For example, if you crank theengine three times for 20 seconds eachtime, without the engine starting, youreached the 60-second time limit. Amessage appears in the information displayalerting you that you exceeded the crankingtime. You cannot attempt to start theengine for at least 15 minutes. After 15minutes, you are limited to a 15-secondengine cranking time. You need to wait 60minutes before you can crank the engine for60 seconds again.
Before starting your vehicle, check thefollowing:
•Make sure all occupants have fastenedtheir seatbelts.
•Make sure the headlamps andelectrical accessories are off.
•Make sure the parking brake is on.
•Make sure the transmission is in park(P).
Starting Your Vehicle
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
Note:You must have your intelligent accesskey in your vehicle to shift the transmissionout of park (P).
Note:The green ready indicator illuminatesletting you know that the vehicle is readyfor driving. Since your vehicle is equippedwith a silent key start, the engine may notstart at the time of the vehicle start. SeeHybrid Vehicle Operation (page 146).
1. Fully depress the brake pedal.
2. Briefly press the push button ignitionswitch.
Failure to Start
The system does not function if:
•The key frequencies are jammed.
•The key battery has no charge.
If you are unable to start your vehicle, dothe following:
1. Remove the key blade from thetransmitter.
2. Remove the rubber covering (A) fromthe cup holder. With the buttons facingupward and the unlock button facingthe front of your vehicle, place the firstintelligent access key into the backupslot (B).
3. Press the push button ignition switch.
If you cannot start the engine after threeattempts, wait 10 seconds and follow thisprocedure:
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Fully depress the brake pedal.
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3. Shift into park (P).
4. Fully press the accelerator pedal.
5. Briefly press the push button ignitionswitch.
Fast Restart
The fast restart feature allows you torestart your vehicle within 20 seconds ofswitching it off, even if it does not detecta valid passive key.
Within 20 seconds of switching the engineoff, press the brake pedal and press thepush button ignition switch. After 20seconds, you can no longer start yourvehicle if it does not detect a valid passivekey.
Once your vehicle starts, it remains runninguntil you press the push button ignitionswitch, even if your vehicle does not detecta valid passive key. If you open and closea door while your vehicle is running, thesystem searches for a valid passive key.After 20 seconds, you can no longer startyour vehicle if it does not detect a validpassive key.
Automatic Engine Shutdown
This feature automatically shuts downyour vehicle if it has been idling for anextended period. The ignition also turns offto save battery power. Before your vehicleshuts down, a message appears in theinformation display showing a timercounting down. If you do not intervenewithin 30 seconds, your vehicle shutsdown. Another message appears in theinformation display to inform you that yourvehicle has shut down to save fuel. Startyour vehicle as normal.
Automatic Engine Shutdown Override
Note: You cannot permanently switch offthe automatic shutdown. When you switchit off temporarily, it turns on at the nextignition cycle.
You can stop the shutdown, or reset thetimer, at any point before the 30-secondcountdown has expired by doing any of thefollowing:
•Interacting with your vehicle, forexample pressing the brake oraccelerator pedal.
•You can temporarily switch off theshutdown any time the ignition is onusing the information display. SeeInformation Displays (page 94).
•During the countdown beforeshutdown, you are prompted to pressOK or RESET (depending on your typeof information display) to temporarilyswitch the feature off (for the currentignition cycle only).
Stopping the Engine When YourVehicle is Stationary
Note:The ignition, all electrical circuits andall warning lamps and indicators will beturned off.
Note:If your vehicle is left running for 30minutes without any interaction, itautomatically shuts down.
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Shift into park (P).
3. Briefly press the push button ignitionswitch.
Stopping the Engine When YourVehicle is Moving
WARNING
Switching off the engine when thevehicle is still moving will result in aloss of brake and steering assistance.The steering will not lock, but higher effortwill be required. When the ignition isswitched off, some electrical circuits,including air bags, warning lamps andindicators may also be off. If the ignitionwas turned off accidentally, you can shiftinto neutral (N) and re-start the engine.
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