
Direction Indicator
It illuminates when you switch a
direction indicator or the hazard
flashers on. Flashes during
operation. An increase in the rate of
flashing warns of a failed indicator bulb.
Door Ajar Displays when the vehicle is on
and any door is not completely
closed.
Motor Coolant Temperature Lights when the motor coolant
temperature is high. Stop your
vehicle as soon as possible,
power it down and let it cool.
Fasten Safety Belt Warning Lamp It will illuminate and a chime will
sound to remind you to fasten
your safety belt. See Seatbelt
Reminder (page 31).
Front Airbag Warning Lamp If the warning lamp does not
illuminate during start up,
remains on or flashes, the
system may be disabled. Have your vehicle
checked by an authorized dealer.
High Beam Indicator It will illuminate when you switch
the high beam headlamps on. It
will flash when you use the
headlamp flasher.
Liftgate Ajar Lights when the liftgate is not
completely closed. Limited Performance Amber: Indicates limited vehicle
performance due to a cold or hot
battery. A corresponding
message displays.
Red: Indicates severely limited vehicle
performance due to a cold or hot battery.
This is accompanied by a corresponding
message. Drive with caution. Keep your
vehicle plugged in when not in use to
maintain battery temperature.
Low Battery Lights when the battery level is
low. You may also see a
message suggesting you reduce
your usage of the climate system.
Low Tire Pressure Warning Lights when your tire pressure is
low. If the lamp remains on at
start up or when driving, check
your tire pressure as soon as possible.
It also lights momentarily when you switch
on your vehicle to confirm the lamp is
functional. If it does not light when you
switch on your vehicle, or begins to flash
at any time, have the system checked by
an authorized dealer.
Low Washer Fluid Lights when the windshield
washer fluid is low.
Headlamp and Parking Lamp
Indicator It will illuminate when you switch
the headlamps or parking lamps
on.
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Trip 1 and 2
Help
Budget Text
Enhanced
Standard
Trip distance
X
X
X
—
X
—
XXX Wh/mi
(km) – Energy
used per unit of
distance
—
X
—
XX.X kWh
–Energy used
X
X
X
Elapsed trip
time
X
—
—
Budget Text
X
X
X
Total Odometer
Note: Press and hold OK to reset the
currently displayed trip information.
• Trip distance — Shows your
accumulated trip distance.
• XXX Wh/mi (km) — Shows the average
Energy (watt-hours) used per unit of
distance for a given trip.
• XX.X kWh — Shows the total Energy
(kilowatt-hours) used for a given trip.
• Elapsed trip time — The timer stops
when you turn off your vehicle and
restarts when you restart your vehicle. •
Budget Text — Shows the distance to
your next charge point and the surplus
distance available, or your budget and
status if you didn ’t identify a charge
point through the navigation system.
• Total Odometer — Displays the total
distance your vehicle has traveled. This
value cannot be reset.
Energy Use the arrow buttons to choose
the desired energy display.
Energy
Time intervals or Help
Options
Energy History
Help
Energy Coach
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Alarm System
Action
Message
Alarm triggered due to unauthorized entry. See Passive Anti-
Theft System (page 58).
Vehicle Alarm To Stop
Alarm, Start Vehicle.
Battery and Charging System (High Voltage) Action
Message
Your vehicle needs confirmation it is unplugged before
allowing to power on. You must make sure your vehicle is
unplugged and you respond to the message prompt before
powering on your vehicle.
Vehicle Plugged In ? Yes
No
Your vehicle is ready to drive.
Ready to Drive
Your vehicle detects it is still plugged in and you attempt to
start it.
Unplug Prior to Starting
Vehicle
Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and power it
off. Contact an authorized dealer.
Elec system overvoltage
Stop safely
Warning of a low 12–volt battery condition. Turn off all
unneeded electrical accessories. Contact an authorized dealer.
Battery low See manual
The estimated range is
10 mi (16 km) or 15 mi (24 km) for
MyKey. Your vehicle needs to be charged soon.
Low Battery
The estimated range is
10 mi (16 km) or 15 mi (24 km) for
MyKey and the climate system is in use. Turn off unneeded
climate system operation to increase your vehicle range.
Low Battery Reduce
Climate use for more
range
The estimated range is
0 mi (0 km). Stop your vehicle in a
safe place. Your vehicle must be charged.
Depleted Battery Stop
safely now
High climate usage may make it difficult to stay within your
energy budget.
Reduce Climate Use for
More Range
Cold battery temperatures is affecting your vehicle perform-
ance.
Limited Performance
Due to cold battery
Your vehicle performance is severely affected by cold battery
temperatures. Drive with caution. Keep your vehicle plugged
in when not in use to maintain proper battery temperature.
Severely Limited
Performance Due to cold
battery
Hot battery temperature is affecting your vehicle performance.
Limited Performance
Due to hot battery
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Maintenance
Action
Message
Indicates the brake fluid level is low and the brake system
should be inspected immediately. See Maintenance (page
169).
Brake fluid level low
Service now
Displays when the brake system needs servicing. Stop your
vehicle in a safe place. Contact an authorized dealer.
Brake system fault Stop
safely
Displays when the motor coolant temperature is excessively
high.
Motor Coolant Over
Temperature
Displayed when the kit needs service. See your authorized
dealer.
Service Tire Mobility Kit
Informs you that the powertrain needs service due to a
powertrain malfunction.
See Manual
Displays when the washer fluid is low and needs to be refilled.
See
Maintenance (page 169).
Washer Fluid Level Low
MyKey Action
Message
Displays when MyKey is active.
MyKey Active Drive
Safely
Displays when starting the vehicle and MyKey is in use and
the MyKey speed limit is on.
Speed Limited to
{MyKey limit ##0} mph
Displays when a MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit is
on and the vehicle speed is approaching 81 mph (130 km/h).
Near Vehicle Top Speed
Displays when a MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit is
reached.
Vehicle at Top Speed of
MyKey Setting
Displays when MyKey is active.
Check Speed Drive
Safely
Displays when a MyKey is in use and Belt- Minder is activated.
Buckle Up to Unmute
Audio
Displays when a MyKey is in use and park aid is activated.
MyKey Park Aid Cannot
be Deactivated
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STARTING THE ELECTRIC
MOTOR
Keyless Starting
Note:
The system may not function if the
passive key is close to metal objects or
electronic devices, for example keys or a cell
phone.
Note: A valid passive key must be located
inside your vehicle to switch the power on
and start your vehicle.
Note: Passive keys left inside your vehicle
when locked are disabled. A message may
appear in the information display indicating
that there is no key detected when you try
to start your vehicle. Press the unlock
button on the remote control to enable it,
and then start your vehicle.
Power Modes The keyless starting system has three
modes:
•
Off: Turns the power off. Without
applying the brake pedal, press and
release the power button once when
your vehicle is in the on mode, or when
your vehicle is on but not moving.
• On:
All electrical circuits are
operational and the warning lamps and
indicators illuminate. Without applying
the brake pedal, press and release the
power button once from off mode.
• Start:
Starts your vehicle. Press the
brake pedal, and then press the power
button for a couple of seconds. The
green ready to drive indicator lamp
illuminates in the instrument cluster
when your vehicle is ready to drive.
Starting Your Vehicle
Before starting your vehicle, check the
following:
• Make sure all the occupants have
fastened their safety belts.
• Make sure the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.
• Make sure the parking brake is on.
• Make sure the gearshift lever is in park
(P).
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Fully depress the brake pedal.
2. Press the power button.
Note: You will not hear any engine noise.
The system does not function if:
• The passive key frequencies are
jammed.
• The key battery has no charge.
If you are unable to start your vehicle,
follow the steps below.
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1. Open the floor console storage
compartment lid.
2. Remove the tray. 3.
Place the key flat on the symbol at the
bottom of the floor console storage
compartment.
4. With the key in this position, press the brake pedal, then press the power
button to switch the power on and
start your vehicle. Fast Restart
The fast restart feature allows you to
restart your vehicle within 10 seconds of
switching it off, even if it does not detect
a valid passive key.
Within 10 seconds of switching your vehicle
off, press the brake pedal and press the
power button. After 10 seconds, you can
no longer start your vehicle if it does not
detect a valid passive key.
Once your vehicle has started, it remains
on until you press the power button, even
if it does not detect a valid passive key. If
you open and close a door while your
vehicle is on, the system searches for a
valid passive key. You cannot start your
vehicle if the system does not detect a
valid passive key within 10 seconds.
SWITCHING OFF THE
ELECTRIC MOTOR
WARNING
Switching off the electric motor
when your vehicle is still moving will
result in a loss of brake and steering
assistance. The steering will not lock, but
higher effort will be required. With the
ignition switched off some electrical
circuits, warning lamps and indicators may
also be off. Failure to follow this warning
could result in serious personal injury or
death. When your vehicle is not moving and the
electric motor is on or the power is in
accessory mode, press and release the
power button without pressing the brake
pedal. This will shut off the electric motor
and all electrical accessories.
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When your vehicle is moving, press the
power button three times within two
seconds or press and hold for at least one
second. Move the transmission selector
lever to position N and use the brakes to
bring your vehicle to a safe stop. When your
vehicle has come to a complete stop,
move the transmission selector lever to
position
P.
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DC Charging
Connecting the Charging Coupler
DC charge port.
A
Charge indicator.
B
The charge indicator displays the state of
charge in 25 percent increments.
Repeated use of this charging method
could have a long term effect on the
battery.
1. Shift into park (P), apply the parking brake and turn the vehicle off.
2. Open the charge port door.
Note: To open the charge port door, press
the center rear edge of the charge port door
and then release.
3. Fully open the charge port door until it
engages. 4. Remove the charge port cover.
5. Connect your vehicle to the charging
system.
Note: The charge indicator flashes to
confirm you have fully engaged the charging
coupler.
Charging
The charge indicator shows the progress
of the charge. Starting at the bottom, the
four lights will either flash to indicate
charging in progress or remain illuminated
to indicate charge level. When all four
lights illuminate, charging is complete. The
charge indicator will turn off one minute
after reaching a full charge.
Note: Exact charge time will depend on
ambient temperatures.
Stop Charging Press the charge unlock button
on the center console.
You can also press the charging system
stop button or touch the charge unlock
button in the touchscreen vehicle settings
menu.
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