Security
Passive Anti-Theft System............................74
Anti-Theft Alarm..............................................75
Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel......................77
Audio Control
...................................................78
Voice Control...................................................79
Cruise Control
..................................................79
Information Display Control
.........................79
Heated Steering Wheel
................................80
Wipers and Washers
Windshield Wipers
...........................................81
Autowipers........................................................81
Windshield Washers
.......................................83
Lighting
Lighting Control...............................................84
Autolamps
.........................................................84
Instrument Lighting Dimmer
........................85
Headlamp Exit Delay.....................................86
Daytime Running Lamps...............................86 Automatic High Beam Control.....................87
Adaptive Headlamps
.....................................88
Direction Indicators........................................89
Welcome Lighting...........................................90
Interior Lamps
..................................................90
Ambient Lighting
..............................................91
Windows and Mirrors
Power Windows..............................................92
Global Opening and Closing.......................93
Exterior Mirrors
................................................93
Interior Mirror...................................................96
Sun Visors
.........................................................97
Sun Shades
......................................................97
Moonroof...........................................................97
Instrument Cluster
Gauges............................................................100
Warning Lamps and Indicators..................103
Audible Warnings and Indicators..............107
Information Displays
General Information......................................108 Information Messages
..................................119
Climate Control
Automatic Climate Control..........................138
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate.........................................................140
Heated Windows and Mirrors
.....................141
Cabin Air Filter...............................................142
Remote Start
...................................................142
Seats
Sitting in the Correct Position
....................143
Head Restraints
.............................................143
Power Seats
....................................................145
Memory Function..........................................149
Rear Seats
.......................................................150
Heated Seats...................................................151
Climate Controlled Seats............................152
Rear Seat Armrest.........................................154
Universal Garage Door Opener
Universal Garage Door Opener................155
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Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points.................................160
Storage Compartments
Center Console.............................................162
Overhead Console.......................................162
Starting and Stopping the Engine
General Information......................................163
Keyless Starting
.............................................163
Starting a Gasoline Engine.........................164
Engine Block Heater....................................166
Unique Driving Characteristics
Hybrid Vehicle Operation...........................168
EcoSelect..........................................................171
Hybrid Vehicle Frequently Asked Questions....................................................172
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions
........................................175
Fuel Quality
.....................................................176 Running Out of Fuel......................................177
Refueling.........................................................180
Fuel Consumption.........................................183
Emission Control System
............................184
High Voltage Battery
General Information......................................187
High Voltage Battery Cut-Off Switch........188
Transmission
Automatic Transmission
..............................190
Brakes
General Information
......................................195
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes
..........................................................196
Electric Parking Brake..................................196
Auto Hold........................................................199
Traction Control
Principle of Operation..................................201
Using Traction Control
.................................201 Stability Control
Principle of Operation.................................203
Using Stability Control................................204
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation.................................205
Rear Parking Aid...........................................206
Front Parking Aid
.........................................206
Side Sensing System..................................208
Active Park Assist........................................209
Rear View Camera
........................................217
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation..................................221
Using Cruise Control....................................221
Using Adaptive Cruise Control.................222
Driving Aids
Driver Alert......................................................231
Lane Keeping System
.................................232
Blind Spot Information System..................237
Cross Traffic Alert.........................................239
Steering ...........................................................
243
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Air conditioning system
Anti-lock braking system
Avoid smoking, flames or sparks
Battery
Battery acid
Brake fluid - non petroleum based
Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil Explosive gas
Fan warning
Fasten seatbelt
Front airbag
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
Hazard warning flashers
Heated rear window
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Press and hold the seek button to:
•
Tune the radio to the next station up or
down the frequency band.
• Seek through a track.
VOICE CONTROL (If Equipped) Voice recognition.
A
End call.
B
Answer call.
C
See
SYNC™ 3 (page 367). CRUISE CONTROL
Type 1 Type 2
See
Cruise Control (page 221).
INFORMATION DISPLAY CONTROL See
Information Displays (page 108).
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Trip Efficiency Leaves
Trip Efficiency Leaves display upon shutting
off your vehicle. The number of leaves
represent the average for the last trip. A new
trip begins each time you start your vehicle
(when the Ready to Drive message comes
on). Corresponding Trip Summary data
displays on the left information display.
WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS
The following warning lamps and indicators
will alert you to a vehicle condition that may
become serious. Some lamps light when you
start your vehicle to make sure they work. If
any lamps remain on after starting your
vehicle, refer to the respective system
warning lamp for further information.
Note:
Some warning indicators appear in
the information display and function the
same as a warning lamp but do not light
when you start your vehicle. Adaptive Cruise Control (If Equipped) The speed control system indicator
light changes color to indicate
what mode the system is in:
See
Using Adaptive Cruise Control (page 222).
On (white light): Lights when you turn the
adaptive cruise control system on. Turns off
when you turn the speed control system off.
Engaged (green light): Lights when the
adaptive cruise control system engages.
Turns off when the speed control system
disengages.
Anti-Lock Braking System If it lights when you are driving, this
indicates a malfunction. You will
continue to have the normal
braking system (without Anti-lock braking
system) unless the brake system warning
lamp also lights. Have an authorized dealer
check the system. Autohold Active It illuminates when the system
holds your vehicle stationary.
Autohold Unavailable It illuminates when the system is
on, but unavailable to hold your
vehicle stationary.
Battery If it lights while driving, it indicates
a malfunction. Switch off all
unnecessary electrical equipment
and have an authorized dealer check the
system immediately.
Blind Spot Monitor
(If Equipped) Lights when you switch this feature
off or with a blind spot message.
See
Blind Spot Information
System (page 237). See Information
Messages (page 119).
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Brake System
Lights when you engage the
parking brake with the ignition on.
If it lights when you are driving,
check that the parking brake is not on. If the
parking brake is not on, this Brake System
lamp indicates low brake fluid level or a
brake system malfunction. Have an
authorized dealer check the system
immediately. WARNING
Driving your vehicle with the warning
lamp on is dangerous. A significant
decrease in braking performance may occur.
It will take you longer to stop your vehicle.
Have an authorized dealer check the system
immediately. Driving extended distances with
the parking brake engaged can cause brake
failure and the risk of personal injury. Cruise Control (If Equipped)
Lights when you switch on cruise
control. Direction Indicator Lights when the left or right turn
signal or the hazard warning
flasher is switched on. If the
indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a
burned-out bulb.
See Changing a Bulb
(page 310).
Door Ajar Lights when the ignition is on and
any door is not completely closed.
EcoSelect Lights when you switch on this
feature.
See EcoSelect (page 171).
Electric Park Brake Lights or flashes when the electric
parking brake malfunctions.Engine or Motor Coolant Temperature Lights when the engine or motor
cooling system is overheating.
Stop your vehicle in a safe place
and have an authorized dealer check the
system.
Engine Oil If it lights 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 299).
Note: Do not resume your trip if it lights, even
if the oil level is correct. Have an authorized
dealer check the system immediately.
Fasten Seatbelt Lights and a chime sounds to
remind you to fasten your seatbelt.
See Seatbelt Reminder (page 39).
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Front Airbag
Lights when you start your vehicle.
If it continues to flash or remains
on, it indicates a malfunction. Have
an authorized dealer check the system.
Grade Assist (If Equipped) Lights when you switch on the
grade assist function.
Heads Up Display
(If Equipped) A red beam of lights appears on
the windshield in certain instances
when using adaptive cruise control
and/or the collision warning system. To make
sure the display works, it will also appear
momentarily when you start your vehicle.
High Beam Lights when you switch on the
high-beam headlamps. Flashes
when you use the headlamp
flasher. Hood Ajar Lights when the ignition is on and
the hood is not completely closed.
Lane Keeping Aid
(If Equipped) Lights when you activate the lane
keeping system.
Low Fuel Level Lights when the fuel level is low or
the fuel tank is nearly empty.
Refuel as soon as possible.
Low Tire Pressure Warning Lights 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. To confirm the lamp is working, it will also
light momentarily when you switch on the
ignition. If it does not light when you switch
the ignition on, or it begins to flash at any
time, have an authorized dealer check the
system.
Low Washer Fluid Lights when the windshield washer
fluid is low.
Parking Lamps Lights when you switch on the
parking lamps.
Powertrain Fault Lights when your vehicle detects
a powertrain fault. Contact an
authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
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Settings
In this mode, you can configure
different driver setting choices.
Note:
Some items are optional and may not
appear. Note:
Some MyKey items will only appear if
a MyKey is set. Settings
Menu level 6
Menu level 5
Menu level 4
Menu level 3
Menu level 2
—
On or Off
Traction Ctrl
Driver Assist
—
On or Off
Grade Assist
—
Sport, Normal or Comfort
Drive Control
—
On or Off
Blindspot
—
On or Off
Cross Traffic
—
Adaptive or Normal
Cruise Control
—
On or Off
Driver Alert
Alert only, Aid only or Alert + Aid
Mode
Lane Keeping Sys
High, Normal or Low
Intensity
—
On or Off
EV+ Mode
High, Normal or Low
Alert Sensitivity
Pre-Collision
—
On or Off
Front Park Aid
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