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Note:
Never attach safety chains to the
bumper.
Trailer Brakes WARNING
Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic
brake system directly to your
vehicle's brake system. Your vehicle
may not have enough braking power and
your chances of having a crash greatly
increase. Electric brakes and manual, automatic or
surge-type trailer brakes are safe if you
install them correctly and adjust them to
the manufacturer's specifications. The
trailer brakes must meet local and federal
regulations.
The rating for the tow vehicle's braking
system operation is at the gross vehicle
weight rating, not the gross combined
weight rating.
Separate functioning brake systems are
required for safe control of towed vehicles
and trailers weighing more than 1500
pounds (680 kilograms) when loaded.
Trailer Lamps
WARNING
Never connect any trailer lamp wiring
to the vehicle's tail lamp wiring; this
may damage the electrical system
resulting in fire. Contact an authorized
dealer as soon as possible for assistance
in correct trailer tow wiring installation.
Additional electrical equipment may be
required. Trailer lamps are required on most towed
vehicles. Make sure all running lights, brake
lights, turn signals and hazard warning
flashers are working. Before Towing a Trailer
Practice turning, stopping and backing up
to get the feel of your vehicle-trailer
combination before starting on a trip.
When turning, make wider turns so the
trailer wheels clear curbs and other
obstacles.
When Towing a Trailer
•
Do not drive faster than 70 mph (113
km/h) during the first 500 miles (800
kilometers).
• Do not make full-throttle starts.
• Check the trailer hitch, electrical
connections and trailer wheel lug nuts
thoroughly after you have traveled 50
miles (80 kilometers).
• When stopped in congested or heavy
traffic during hot weather, place the
transmission selector lever in position
P to aid engine and transmission
cooling and to help A/C performance.
• Turn off the speed control with heavy
loads or in hilly terrain. The speed
control may turn off automatically
when you are towing on long, steep
grades.
• When driving down a long or steep hill,
if your vehicle is fitted with a
SelectShift Automatic® Transmission,
use a low gear, See
Automatic
Transmission (page 131). Do not
apply the brakes continuously, as they
may overheat and become less
effective.
• If the transmission is fitted with Grade
Assist or a Towing feature, use this
feature when towing. This provides
engine braking and helps eliminate
excessive transmission shifting for
optimum fuel economy and
transmission cooling.
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•
Reduce the use of air conditioning and
heat.
• Avoid using speed control in hilly
terrain.
• Do not rest your foot on the brake
pedal while driving.
• Avoid carrying unnecessary weight.
• Avoid adding particular accessories to
your vehicle (e.g. bug deflectors,
rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski
racks).
• Avoid driving with the wheels out of
alignment.
COLD WEATHER
PRECAUTIONS
The functional operation of some
components and systems can be affected
at temperatures below -13°F (-25°C).
DRIVING THROUGH WATER WARNING
Do not drive through flowing or deep
water as you may lose control of your
vehicle.
Note:
Driving through standing water can
cause vehicle damage.
Note: Engine damage can occur if water
enters the air filter.
Before driving through standing water,
check the depth. Never drive through water
that is higher than the bottom of the front
rocker area of your vehicle. When driving through standing water, drive
very slowly and do not stop your vehicle.
Your brake performance and traction may
be limited. After driving through water and
as soon as it is safe to do so:
•
Lightly press the brake pedal to dry the
brakes and to check that they work.
• Check that the horn works.
• Check that the exterior lights work.
• Turn the steering wheel to check that
the steering power assist works.
FLOOR MATS WARNINGS
Use a floor mat designed to fit the
footwell of your vehicle that does not
obstruct the pedal area. Failure to
follow this instruction could result in the
loss of control of your vehicle, personal
injury or death. Pedals that cannot move freely can
cause loss of vehicle control and
increase the risk of serious personal
injury.
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Check every month
Engine oil level.
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure. Windshield washer fluid level. Check every six months
Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary. Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary. Parking brake for proper operation.
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-Point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,
it is important to have the systems on your
vehicle checked regularly. This can help
identify potential issues and prevent major
problems. We recommend having the
following multi-point inspection performed
at every scheduled maintenance interval
to help make sure your vehicle keeps
running great.
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Traction Control.............................................137
Principle of Operation....................................... 137
Trailer Sway Control....................................163
Transmission Code Designation.............257
Transmission...................................................131
Transporting the Vehicle...........................168
Trip Computer
.................................................86
Average Fuel........................................................... 87
Digital Speedometer........................................... 87
Distance to Empty............................................... 86
Resetting the Trip Computer........................... 86
Trip Odometer....................................................... 86
U
Under Hood Overview
................................199
USB Port..........................................................276
Using Cruise Control....................................145 Switching Cruise Control Off.......................... 145
Switching Cruise Control On.......................... 145
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems..........................................................52
Using Snow Chains
.....................................243
Using Stability Control...............................139
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player............................................................298
Accessing Your USB Song Library...............302
Bluetooth Devices and System Settings............................................................ 304
Connecting Your Digital Media Player to the USB Port.......................................................... 298
Media Menu Features...................................... 302
Media Voice Commands................................ 299
Voice Commands for Audio Sources.........304
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone.............281 Accessing Features through the Phone
Menu................................................................. 286
Accessing Your Phone Settings................... 289
Bluetooth Devices............................................. 290
Making Calls........................................................ 285
Pairing a Phone for the First Time...............282
Pairing Subsequent Phones.......................... 283
Phone Options during an Active Call.........285
Phone Voice Commands................................ 283
Receiving Calls.................................................... 285
System Settings.................................................. 291
Text Messaging................................................... 287Using Traction Control................................137
Switching the System Off................................ 137
System Indicator Lights and Messages........................................................... 137
Using a Switch...................................................... 137
Using the Information Display Controls.............................................................. 137
Using Voice Recognition............................279 Audio Voice Commands.................................. 327
Initiating a Voice Session................................ 279
Mobile App Voice Commands...................... 330
Navigation Voice Commands....................... 329
Phone Voice Commands................................ 328
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link Voice Commands....................................................... 331
System Interaction and Feedback.............280
Voice Settings Commands............................. 331
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)..........................181
V
Vehicle Care....................................................219
Vehicle Certification Label.......................256
Vehicle Identification Number................255
Vehicle Storage.............................................224 Battery.................................................................... 225
Body........................................................................\
224
Brakes..................................................................... 225
Cooling system................................................... 225
Engine..................................................................... 225
Fuel system.......................................................... 225
General.................................................................. 224
Miscellaneous..................................................... 225
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................. 225
Tires........................................................................\
. 225
Ventilation See: Climate Control.......................................... 96
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number............255
Voice Control....................................................61
W
Warning Lamps and Indicators................80 Airbag - Front........................................................ 80
Anti-Lock Braking System................................ 80
Battery..................................................................... 80
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