
WARNING!(Continued)
touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the trans-
mission gear selector.
• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or in
a location accessible to children), and do not leave
the ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child
could operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the following
precautions are not observed:
• Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only after the
vehicle has come to a complete stop.
• Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEUTRAL,
or DRIVE when the engine is above idle speed.
• Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot is
firmly pressing the brake pedal.
NOTE: You must press and hold the brake pedal while
shifting out of PARK.
Ignition Park Interlock
This vehicle is equipped with an Ignition Park Interlock
which requires the transmission to be in PARK before the
ignition can be turned to the OFF mode. This helps the
driver avoid inadvertently leaving the vehicle without
placing the transmission in PARK. This system also locks
the transmission in PARK whenever the ignition is in the
OFF mode.
NOTE: The transmission is NOT locked in PARK when the
ignition is in the ACC mode (even though the engine will
be off). Ensure that the transmission is in PARK, and the
ignition is OFF(not in ACC mode) before exiting the
vehicle.
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift
Interlock system (BTSI) that holds the transmission gear
selector in PARK unless the brakes are applied. To shift the
transmission out of PARK, the engine must be running and
the brake pedal must be pressed. The brake pedal must
also be pressed to shift from NEUTRAL into DRIVE or
REVERSE when the vehicle is stopped or moving at low
speeds.
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WARNING!(Continued)
engine is idling normally and your foot is firmly
pressing the brake pedal.
• Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure
those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, you
should never exit a vehicle while the engine is
running. Before exiting a vehicle, always come to a
complete stop, then apply the parking brake, shift
the transmission into PARK, and turn the ignition
OFF. When the ignition is in the OFF mode, the
transmission is locked in PARK, securing the vehicle
against unwanted movement.
• When exiting the vehicle, always make sure the
ignition is in the OFF mode, remove the key fob from
the vehicle, and lock the vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to
be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number
of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or
fatally injured. Children should be warned not to
touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the trans-
mission gear selector.
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or in
a location accessible to children), and do not leave
the ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child
could operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
• Before moving the transmission gear selector out of
PARK, you must start the engine, and also press the
brake pedal. Otherwise, damage to the gear selector
could result.
• DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK
or NEUTRAL into another gear range, as this can
damage the drivetrain.
The following indicators should be used to ensure that you
have properly engaged the transmission into the PARK
position:
• When shifting into PARK, push the lock button on the
gear selector and firmly move the selector all the way
forward until it stops and is fully seated.
272 STARTING AND OPERATING

Caps, FillerOil (Engine) ..................... .398, 401, 402
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .................418
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................251, 460
Cargo Area Cover ......................... .107
Cargo Compartment ....................... .107
Light ................................ .107
Luggage Carrier ........................ .128
Cargo Light ............................. .107
Cargo Tie-Downs .......................... .108
Car Washes .............................. .448
Cellular Phone ........................... .530
Center High Mounted Stop Light ...............364
Chains, Tire ............................. .444
Changing A Flat Tire ....................... .423
Chart, Tire Sizing .......................... .425
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light). . . .166
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............250
Checks, Safety ............................ .250
Child Restraint ........................... .225
Child Restraints Booster Seats ........................... .228
Child Seat Installation .....................244
How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt ........241
Infant And Child Restraints .................227 Locating The LATCH Anchorages
.............234
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......231
Older Children And Child Restraints ...........228
Seating Positions ........................ .230
Child Safety Locks ..........................40
Clean Air Gasoline ........................ .457
Cleaning Wheels ............................... .443
Climate Control ............................82
Automatic ..............................83
Cold Weather Operation ..................... .263
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ................545
Compact Spare Tire ........................ .441
Contract,
Service.......................... .550
Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ............418
Cooling System ........................... .415
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .................417
Coolant Level .......................... .418
Cooling Capacity ........................ .460
Disposal Of Used Coolant ..................418
Drain, Flush, And Refill ....................416
Inspection ......................... .415, 418
Points To Remember ..................... .419
Pressure Cap ........................... .418
Radiator Cap .......................... .418
556 INDEX

Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze).......416, 460, 461
Corrosion Protection ....................... .448
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ..............282, 286
Cruise Light .......................... .163, 164
Cupholders .......................... .120, 121
Customer Assistance ....................... .548
Cybersecurity ............................ .467
Daytime Running Lights ......................71
Dealer Service ............................ .400
Defroster, Windshield ....................... .252
Diagnostic System, Onboard ...................165
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................418
Do Not Disturb ........................... .542
Door Ajar ............................ .155, 157
Door Ajar Light ....................... .155, 157
Door Locks ............................ .34, 40
Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors .......40
Door Opener, Garage ....................... .109
Doors ....................................34
Drive Modes ............................. .277
Drive Modes, SRT ......................... .499
Driver ’s Seat Back Tilt ........................42 Driving
Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ................................ .350
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System) .........515
Economy (Fuel) Mode ...................... .269
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) .........122
Electric Brake Control System ..................171
Anti-Lock Brake System ....................170
Electronic Roll Mitigation ...............174, 178
Electric Remote Mirrors .......................68
Electronically Shifted Transfer Case ..............281
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .........283
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............175
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........156
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck .................388
Hazar
d Warning Flasher ...................354
Jacking ........................... .371, 423
Jump Starting .......................... .382
Emission Control System Maintenance ............166
Engine ................................. .398
Air Cleaner ............................ .403
Break-In Recommendations .................263
Compartment .......................... .398
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INDEX 557

AirBag .........................154, 213, 251
Automatic Headlights......................72
Brake Assist Warning ..................... .178
Brake Warning ......................... .154
Bulb Replacement .....................360, 361
Cargo................................ .107
Center Mounted Stop ..................... .364
Cruise ............................ .163, 164
Daytime Running .........................71
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................70
Electronic Stability Program(ESP) Indicator ......156
Exterior ............................ .70, 254
Fog ................................. .363
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................354
Headlights ......................... .361, 362
Headlights On With Wipers ..................73
High Beam/Low Beam Select .................71
Interior ................................75
Lights On Reminder .......................73
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ..........158
Park .............................. .72, 163
Passing ................................72
Reading ................................76
Rear Servicing .......................... .363
Rear Tail Lamps ........................ .363Seat Belt Reminder
...................... .154
Security Alarm ......................... .158
Service ............................ .360, 361
Side Marker ........................... .363
Traction Control ........................ .178
Turn Signals ................70, 163, 254, 362, 363
Vanity Mirror ............................69
Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions . . . .156, 163
Loading Vehicle ........................... .333
Tires................................. .429
Load Shed Battery Saver Mode .................151
Load Shed Battery Saver On ...................151
Load Shed Electrical Load Reduction .............151
Load Shed Intelligent Battery Sensor .............151
Locks Child
Protection ..........................40
Manual ................................34
Power Door .............................35
Lubrication, Body ......................... .408
Luggage Carrier .......................... .128
Lug Nuts/Bolts ........................... .455
Maintenance ............................. .103
Maintenance Free Battery .....................399
Maintenance Schedule ...................... .393
12
INDEX 561

Remote ControlStarting System ...........................27
Remote Keyless Entry ........................20
Arm The Alarm ..........................32
Disarm The Alarm ........................32
Programming Additional Key Fobs ..........24, 31
Remote Sound System (Radio) Control ...........512
Remote Starting Exit Remote Start Mode .....................29
Remote Starting System .......................27
Replacement Bulbs ........................ .360
Replacement Keys ....................... .24, 31
Replacement Tires ......................... .438
Reporting Safety Defects .....................551
Restraints, Child .......................... .225
Restraints, Head ............................59
Retractable Cargo Area Cover ..................107
Roll Over Warning ...........................5
Roof Type Carrier ......................... .128
Rotation, Tires ............................ .444
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ...................251
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .................253
Safety Defects, Reporting .....................551
Safety, Exhaust Gas ........................ .251Safety Information, Tire
..................... .424
Safety Tips .............................. .250
Schedule, Maintenance ...................... .393
Seat Belt Reminder ........................ .154
Seat Belts ............................ .198, 251
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ...................204
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage .........204
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ......204
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ...........207
Child Restraints ........................ .225
Energy Management Feature ................206
Extender .............................. .205
Front Seat ...................... .198, 200, 202
Inspection ............................. .251
Lap/Shoulder
Belt Operation ................202
Lap/Shoulder Belts ...................... .200
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ...............204
Operating Instructions .....................202
Pregnant Women ........................ .206
Pretensioners .......................... .206
Rear Seat ............................. .200
Reminder ............................. .199
Seat Belt Extender ....................... .205
Seat Belt Pretensioner .....................206
Untwisting Procedure .....................204
564 INDEX