MyKey
ActionMessage
Displayed during key programming when MyKey cannot be programmed.MyKey not Created
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 XX MPH/km/h
Displays when a MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed isapproaching 80 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 AdvanceTrac is activated.AdvanceTrac On - MyKey Setting
Displays when a MyKey is in use and Traction control is activated.Traction Control On - MyKey Setting
Displays when a MyKey is in use and park aid is activated.MyKey Park Aid Cannot be Deactivated
Displayed when the lane keeping aid is on per MyKey settings.Lane Keeping Alert On MyKey Setting
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Information Displays
Pre-Collision Assist
ActionMessage
Displayed when there is a system malfunction with the collision warning system. The system willbe disabled. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.Pre-Collision Assist Malfunction
Displayed when the collision warning system radar is blocked because of poor radar visibilitydue to bad weather or ice/mud/water in front of the radar. Driver can typically clean the sensorto resolve. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Pre-Collision Assist Not Available SensorBlocked
Displayed when there is a system malfunction with the collision warning system. The system willbe disabled. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.Pre-Collision Assist Not Available
Remote Start
ActionMessage
Displays as a reminder to turn the key on to drive the vehicle after a remote start.To Drive: Turn Key to On
Displays as a reminder to apply the brake and the gear shift button to drive the vehicle after aremote start.To Drive: Press Brake and Gear ShiftButton
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Information Displays
MEMORY FUNCTION (If Equipped)
WARNINGS
Before activating the memory seat,make sure that the area immediatelysurrounding the seat is clear of obstructionsand that all occupants are clear of movingparts.
Do not use the memory function whenyour vehicle is moving.
This feature automatically recalls the positionof the following features:
•Driver seat.
•Power mirrors.
•Power steering column.
The memory control is on the driver door.
Saving a PreSet Position
1. Adjust the memory features to yourdesired position.
2. Press the SET button until you hear asingle tone.
3.Press the desired preset button until youhear a single tone.
You can save up to two preset memorypositions. You can save a memory preset atany time.
Recalling a PreSet Position
Press and release the preset buttonassociated with your desired driving position.The memory features move to the positionstored for that preset.
Note:You can only recall a preset memoryposition when you switch the ignition off, orwhen the transmission is in park (P) orneutral (N) if the ignition is on and the vehicleis not moving.
You can also recall a preset memory positionby:
•Pressing the unlock button on yourintelligent access key fob if it is linked toa preset position.
•Unlocking the intelligent driver doorhandle if a linked key fob is present.
Note:Using a linked key fob to recall yourmemory position when the ignition is offmoves the seat to the Easy Entry position.
Note:Pressing any active memory featurecontrol - power seat, mirror, or steeringcolumn (or any memory button) during amemory recall cancels the operation.
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Linking a PreSet Position to yourRemote Control or Intelligent AccessKey Fob
Your vehicle can save the preset memorypositions for up to two remote controls orintelligent access (IA) keys.
After you have saved your desired memorypreset positions:
1.Press and hold the desired preset buttonfor about three seconds until you hear asingle tone.
2. Within three seconds, press the lockbutton on the remote control you arelinking.
To unlink a remote control, follow the sameprocedure – except in step 2, press theunlock button on the remote control.
Note:If more than one linked remote controlor intelligent access key is in range, thememory function moves to the settings ofthe first key to initiate a memory recall.
Easy Entry and Exit Feature
If you enable the easy entry and exit feature,it automatically moves the driver seatposition rearward up to 2 in (5 cm) when youswitch the ignition off.
The driver seat returns to the previousposition when you switch the ignition on.
You can enable or disable this feature in theinformation display. See GeneralInformation (page 112).
REAR SEATS
Note:Your vehicle may have split seatbacksthat you must fold individually.
Note:Make sure the center safety belt isunbuckled before folding the seatback.
To lower the seat back(s) from inside thevehicle, do the following:
1. Pull the handle to release the seatback.
2. Push the seatback forward.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNINGS
Extended idling at high engine speedscan produce very high temperaturesin the engine and exhaust system, creatingthe risk of fire or other damage.
Do not park, idle or drive your vehicleon dry grass or other dry ground cover.The emission system heats up the enginecompartment and exhaust system, creatingthe risk of fire.
Do not start the vehicle in a closedgarage or in other enclosed areas.Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always openthe garage door before you start the vehicle.
If you smell exhaust fumes inside yourvehicle, have your vehicle checked byan authorized dealer immediately. Do notdrive your vehicle if you 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 is because theengine management system must realignitself with the engine. You can disregard anyunusual driving characteristics during thisperiod.
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 to driveindicator illuminates. Only use theaccelerator pedal when you have difficultystarting your vehicle.
KEYLESS STARTING
Note:The keyless starting system may notfunction if the key is close to metal objectsor electronic devices such as cellularphones.
Note:A valid key must be located insideyour vehicle to switch the ignition on andstart the vehicle.
Ignition Modes
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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,or when the vehicle is running but isnot moving.
•On: All electrical circuits are operationaland the warning lamps and indicatorsilluminate.
•Without applying the brake pedal,press and release the button once.
•Start: Starts the vehicle. The engine maynot start when the vehicle starts.
•Press the brake pedal, and then pressthe button until the vehicle starts. Anindicator light on the buttonilluminates when the ignition is onand when the vehicle starts.
STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE
When the engine starts for the first time onyour drive, the idle speed increases, thishelps to warm up the engine. If the engineidle speed does not slow down automatically,have your vehicle checked by an authorizeddealer.
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 each time,without the engine starting, you reached the60-second time limit. A message appearsin the information display alerting you thatyou exceeded the cranking time. Youcannot attempt to start the engine for atleast 15 minutes.
Note: After 15 minutes, you are limited to a15-second engine cranking time. You needto wait 60 minutes before you can crank theengine for 60 seconds again.
Before starting your vehicle, check thefollowing:
•Make sure all occupants have fastenedtheir seatbelts.
•Make sure the headlamps and electricalaccessories are off.
•Make sure the parking brake is on.
•Put the transmission in P.
Note:Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Fully depress the brake pedal.
2. Press the button.
Note:The green ready indicator illuminatesletting you know that your vehicle is readyfor driving. Since your vehicle is equippedwith a silent key start, the engine may notstart when your vehicle starts. See HybridVehicle Operation (page 173).
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, do thefollowing:
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Starting and Stopping the Engine
1. Remove the rubber covering (A) in thecupholder. With the buttons facingupward and the unlock button facing thefront of your vehicle, place the firstintelligent access key into the backupslot (B).
2. With the key in this position, press thebrake pedal, then the START button toswitch the ignition on and start yourvehicle.
Fast Restart
The fast restart feature allows you to restartyour vehicle within 20 seconds of switchingit off, even if it does not detect a validpassive key.
Within 20 seconds of switching your vehicleoff, press the brake pedal and press thebutton. After 20 seconds, you can no longerstart your vehicle if it does not detect a validpassive key.
Once your vehicle starts, it remains runninguntil you press the button, even if yourvehicle does not detect a valid passive key.If you open and close a door while yourvehicle is running, the system searches fora valid passive key. You cannot start yourvehicle if the system does not detect a validpassive key within 20 seconds.
Automatic Shutdown
This feature automatically shuts down yourvehicle if it has been idling for an extendedperiod. The ignition also turns off in order tosave battery power. Before your vehicleshuts down, a message appears in theinformation display showing a timer counting
down from 30 seconds. If you do notintervene within 30 seconds, your vehicleshuts down. Another message appears inthe information display to inform you thatyour vehicle has shut down in order to savefuel. Start your vehicle as you normally do.
Automatic Shutdown Override
Note:You cannot permanently switch off theautomatic shutdown feature. When youswitch it off temporarily, it turns on at thenext ignition cycle.
You can stop the shutdown, or reset thetimer, at any point before the 30-secondcountdown has expired by doing any of thefollowing:
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HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION
This hybrid vehicle combines electric andgasoline propulsion to provide breakthroughperformance and improved efficiency.
Familiarizing yourself with these uniquecharacteristics will provide an optimal drivingexperience from your new vehicle.
Note:You may notice higher engine speedsupon start-up. This temporary condition isnormal and necessary to heat up the cabinand minimize emissions.
Starting:
When you start your vehicle, agreen ready indicator light willappear in the lower right portionof the instrument cluster and a ready to drivemessage will appear in the middle of the leftcluster screen, letting you know that yourvehicle is ready for driving.
The engine may not start because thisvehicle is equipped with silent key start. Thisfuel saving feature allows your vehicle to beready–to–drive without requiring the gasengine to be running. This indicator willremain on while your vehicle is on, whetherthe engine is running or not to indicate yourvehicle is capable of movement (using itselectric motor, engine, or both). Typically, theengine will not start unless the vehicle iscold, a climate control change is requested,or the accelerator is pressed.
Driving:
The gas engine automatically starts andstops to provide power when needed andto save fuel when not needed. Whilecoasting at low speeds, coming to a stop, orstanding, the gas engine normally shutsdown and your vehicle operates inelectric-only mode.
Conditions that may cause the engine to startup or remain running include:
•Considerable vehicle acceleration.
•Vehicle speed above 85 mph (137 km/h).However, the maximum speed forelectric-only operation may be lowerwhile driving in hot temperatures or onhilly terrain.
•Ascending a hill.
•Charge level of high voltage battery islow.
•Very high or low outside temperature (toprovide system cooling or heating).
•Engine not warm enough to providepassenger requested cabin temperature.
Stopping:
The gas engine may shut off to conserve fuelas you come to a stop. Restarting yourvehicle is not required. Simply step on theaccelerator when you are ready to drive.
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