Using Cruise Control..................................209
Using Adaptive Cruise Control.................210
Driving Aids
Driver Alert.....................................................217
Lane Keeping System.................................219
Blind Spot Information System................224
Cross Traffic Alert........................................226
Steering.........................................................230
Collision Warning System..........................231
Drive Control................................................234
Load Carrying
Rear Under Floor Storage.........................236
Luggage Covers..........................................236
Roof Racks and Load Carriers.................236
Load Limit......................................................237
Towing
Towing a Trailer............................................242
Trailer Sway Control...................................243
Recommended Towing Weights.............243
Essential Towing Checks..........................246
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels......248
Driving Hints
Breaking-In...................................................250
Economical Driving.....................................250
Driving Through Water...............................251
Floor Mats......................................................251
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance..................................253
Hazard Flashers..........................................254
Fuel Shutoff..................................................254
Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................255
Post-Crash Alert System...........................258
Transporting the Vehicle...........................258
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need...............260
In California (U.S. Only)...............................261
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only).......................262
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program(Canada Only)..........................................263
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada......................................................264
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature......................................................................266
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)......266
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)......................................................................267
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart...........................268
Changing a Fuse.........................................283
Maintenance
General Information...................................286
Opening and Closing the Hood..............286
Under Hood Overview...............................287
Engine Oil Dipstick.....................................289
Engine Oil Check........................................289
Oil Change Indicator Reset......................290
Engine Coolant Check................................291
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check.....295
Brake Fluid Check......................................295
Washer Fluid Check...................................295
Fuel Filter......................................................296
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FUSE SPECIFICATION CHART
Pre-Fuse Box
The pre-fuse box is in the enginecompartment attached to the positive batterypost. This box contains several high currentfuses. If you need to replace one of thesehigh current fuses, see an authorized dealer.
Power Distribution Box
WARNINGS
Always disconnect the battery beforeservicing high current fuses.
To reduce risk of electrical shock,always replace the cover to the powerdistribution box before reconnecting thebattery or refilling fluid reservoirs.
The power distribution box is in the enginecompartment. It has high-current fuses thatprotect your vehicle's main electrical systemsfrom overloads.
You will need to reset some features if youdisconnect and reconnect the battery. SeeChanging the 12V Battery (page 296).
Lift the release lever at the rear of the coverto remove it.
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Switching the System On and Off.....................91
Automatic Transmission...............................175Automatic Transmission AdaptiveLearning............................................................180Brake-Shift Interlock Override..........................178If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud orSnow..................................................................180Push Button Shift Transmission.......................175SelectShift Automatic™ Transmission..............177
Automatic Transmission FluidCheck...........................................................295Auto-Start-Stop...............................................161Disabling Auto-Start-Stop..................................162Enabling Auto-Start-Stop....................................161
Autowipers.......................................................84Autowipers Settings.............................................84
Auxiliary Power Points.................................153110 Volt AC Power Point.....................................15312 Volt DC Power Point......................................153Locations...............................................................153
AWDSee: All-Wheel Drive............................................181
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BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery......................296
Blind Spot Information System.................224Switching the System Off and On..................225System Errors......................................................225Using the Blind Spot InformationSystem..............................................................224
BLISSee: Blind Spot Information System..............224
Body Styling Kits............................................314Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood............286
Booster Seats...................................................27Types of Booster Seats.......................................28
Brake Fluid Check.......................................295Brakes..............................................................186General Information............................................186
Breaking-In....................................................250Bulb Specification Chart..............................301
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Cabin Air Filter................................................137California Proposition 65...............................12Capacities and Specifications - 2.0LEcoBoost™...................................................350Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely ColdClimates...........................................................355Specifications.......................................................351
Capacities and Specifications - 2.3LEcoBoost™....................................................356Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely ColdClimates...........................................................362Specifications......................................................358
Capacities and Specifications...................344Car WashSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................306
Catalytic Converter.......................................172On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)........................173Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance(I/M) Testing.......................................................174
Center Console.............................................155Changing a Bulb...........................................300Front Direction Indicator..................................300High Intensity Discharge Headlamp.............300LED Lamps...........................................................300License Plate Lamp.............................................301
Changing a Fuse..........................................283Fuses.....................................................................283
Changing a Road Wheel.............................337Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire AssemblyInformation.......................................................338Tire Change Procedure....................................339
Changing the 12V Battery..........................296Changing the Engine Air Filter.................303Changing the Wiper Blades......................298Front Wiper Blades............................................298
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Fastening the Seatbelts................................34How to Extract Seatbelts in the RearOutermost Positions........................................37Seatbelt Locking Modes.....................................35Using a Sliding Clip..............................................35Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy..................35
Flat TireSee: Changing a Road Wheel.........................337
Floor Mats.......................................................251Fog Lamps - FrontSee: Front Fog Lamps.........................................92
Front Fog Lamps.............................................92Front Parking Aid..........................................198Front Passenger Sensing System..............46Fuel and Refueling........................................164Fuel Consumption.........................................169Calculating Fuel Economy................................170Filling the Fuel Tank............................................170
Fuel Filler Funnel Location.........................165Fuel Filter.......................................................296Fuel Quality.....................................................164Choosing the Right Fuel....................................164
Fuel Shutoff...................................................254Fuses...............................................................268Fuse Specification Chart............................268Passenger Compartment Fuse Box...............275
Power Distribution Box.....................................268Pre-Fuse Box.......................................................268Rear Cargo Fuse Box........................................280
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Garage Door OpenerSee: Universal Garage Door Opener.............149
Gauges.............................................................103Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge.............104Fuel Gauge...........................................................104Information Display.............................................104
GearboxSee: Transmission................................................175
General Information on RadioFrequencies...................................................54Intelligent Access..................................................54
General Maintenance Information............481Multi-Point Inspection........................................484Owner Checks and Services...........................482Protecting Your Investment..............................481Why Maintain Your Vehicle?.............................481Why Maintain Your Vehicle at YourDealership?.......................................................481
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada.........................................................264Getting the Services You Need................260Away From Home..............................................260
Global Opening and Closing.......................96Closing the Windows...........................................96Opening the Windows.........................................96
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Hazard Flashers............................................254Headlamp AdjustingSee: Adjusting the Headlamps.......................299
Headlamp Exit Delay.....................................90Headlamp RemovalSee: Removing a Headlamp............................300
HeadrestSee: Head Restraints..........................................138
Head Restraints.............................................138Adjusting the Head Restraint...........................140
Heated Seats..................................................146Front Seats............................................................146Rear Seats.............................................................146
Heated Steering Wheel................................82Heated Windows and Mirrors....................136Heated Exterior Mirrors.....................................136Heated Rear Window.........................................136Windshield Wiper De-icer..................................137
HeatingSee: Climate Control...........................................133
Hill Start Assist...............................................189Switching the System On and Off...................190
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