— Transmission Temperature Warning Light — If
Equipped
This warning light will illuminate to warn of a high
transmission fluid temperature. This may occur with
strenuous usage such as trailer towing. If this light turns
on, stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle or slightly
faster, with the transmission in PARK or NEUTRAL, until
the light turns off. Once the light turns off, you may
continue to drive normally.
WARNING!
If you continue operating the vehicle when the Trans-
mission Temperature Warning Light is illuminated you
could cause the fluid to boil over, come in contact with
hot engine or exhaust components and cause a fire.
CAUTION!
Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera-
ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause
severe transmission damage or transmission failure.
— Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped
This light will flash at a fast rate for approximately 15
seconds when the vehicle security alarm is arming, and
then will flash slowly until the vehicle is disarmed.
Yellow Warning Lights
— Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Warning Light
This warning light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition is placed in
the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/RUN position and may stay on
for as long as four seconds.
If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, then
the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system is not function-
ing and service is required as soon as possible. However,
the conventional brake system will continue to operate
normally, assuming the Brake Warning Light is not also on.
If the ABS light does not turn on when the ignition is
placed in the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/RUN position, have
the brake system inspected by an authorized dealer.
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(5 km/h), to objects moving a maximum of approximately
20 mph (32 km/h), such as in parking lot situations.
NOTE:In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can be
obscured by vehicles parked on either side. If the sensors
are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the system will
not be able to alert the driver.
When RCP is on and the vehicle is in REVERSE, the driver
is alerted using both the visual and audible alarms, includ-
ing reducing the radio volume.
WARNING!
Rear Cross Path Detection (RCP) is not a back up aid
system. It is intended to be used to help a driver detect
an oncoming vehicle in a parking lot situation. Drivers
must be careful when backing up, even when using
RCP. Always check carefully behind your vehicle, look
behind you, and be sure to check for pedestrians,
animals, other vehicles, obstructions, and blind spots
before backing up. Failure to do so can result in serious
injury or death.
Modes Of Operation
Modes Of Operation With Instrument Cluster Display
Three selectable modes of operation are available in the
instrument cluster display. Refer to “Instrument Cluster
Display” in “Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.
Blind Spot Alert Lights Only
When operating in Blind Spot Alert mode, the BSM system will
provide a visual alert in the appropriate side view mirror based
on a detected object. However, when the system is operating in
RCP, the system will respond with both visual and audible
alerts when a detected object is present. Whenever an audible
alert is requested, the radio volume is reduced.
Blind Spot Alert Lights/Chime
When operating in Blind Spot Alert Lights/Chime mode,
the BSM system will provide a visual alert in the appro-
priate side view mirror based on a detected object. If the
turn signal is then activated, and it corresponds to an alert
present on that side of the vehicle, an audible chime will
also be sounded. Whenever a turn signal and detected
object are present on the same side at the same time, both
the visual and audio alerts will be issued. In addition to the
audible alert the radio (if on) volume will be reduced.
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Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all collisions,
and also are needed to help keep you in position, away
from an inflating air bag.
When the ORC detects a collision requiring the front air
bags, it signals the inflator units. A large quantity of
non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the front air bags.
The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper passen-
ger side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of
the way as the air bags inflate to their full size. The front air
bags fully inflate in less time than it takes to blink your
eyes. The front air bags then quickly deflate while helping
to restrain the driver and front passenger.
Knee Impact Bolsters
The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the
driver and front passenger, and position the front occu-
pants for improved interaction with the front air bags.
WARNING!
•Do not drill, cut, or tamper with the knee impact
bolsters in any way.
• Do not mount any accessories to the knee impact
bolsters such as alarm lights, stereos, citizen band
radios, etc.
Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag
This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Driver Knee
Air Bag mounted in the instrument panel below the
steering column. The Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag
provides enhanced protection during a frontal impact by
working together with the seat belts, pretensioners, and
front air bags.
Supplemental Side Air Bags
Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SABs)
This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat-Mounted
Side Air Bags (SABs).
Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SABs) are
located in the outboard side of the front seats. The SABs are
marked with “SRS AIRBAG” or “AIRBAG” on a label or on
the seat trim on the outboard side of the seats.
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About Your Brakes........................ .388
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .............352
Adding Fuel ............................. .267
Adding Washing Fluid ...................... .340
Additives, Fuel ........................... .391
Adjust Down .................................46
Forward ................................46
Rearward ...............................46
Up....................................46
AirBag ................................ .198
Air Bag Operation ....................... .200
Air Bag Warning Light .................... .197
Driver Knee Air Bag ..................... .201
Enhanced Accident Response .............207, 331
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................332
If Deployment Occurs .................... .206
Knee Impact Bolsters ..................... .201
Maintaining Your Air Bag System .............208
Maintenance ........................... .208
Side Air Bags .......................... .201
Transporting Pets ....................... .233
Air Bag Light ...................... .145, 197, 235
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ......344
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..................344Air Conditioner Refrigerant
................344, 345
Air Conditioner System ..................... .344
Air Conditioning ............................85
Automatic Rear ...........................80
Rear ..................................72
Air Conditioning Filter ................... .88, 345
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ................86
Air Filter ............................... .344
Air Pressure Tires................................. .368
Alarm Arm The System ..........................25
Disarm The System ........................25
Security Alarm ......................... .148
Alterations/Modifications Vehicle .................................5
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................351,
397
Disposal .............................. .353
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................158
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................... .148
Ashtray ................................ .120
Assistance Towing ......................... .444
Assist, Hill Start .......................... .160
Automatic Dimming Mirror ....................56
Automatic Door Locks ........................29
472 INDEX
Head Restraints............................49
Heated Mirrors ......................... .56, 60
Heater, Engine Block ....................... .242
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch ......62
Hill Start Assist ........................... .160
Hitches Trailer Towing .......................... .273
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) ................98
Hood Prop ................................92
Hood Release ..............................92
Hook, Coat ...............................112
Ignition ..................................20
Switch .................................20
Inside Rearview Mirror .......................57
Instrument Cluster ......................... .130
Descriptions ........................ .131, 152
Display .............................. .133
Display Controls ........................ .133
Menu Items ........................... .135
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ................384
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ...............292
Interior And Instrument Lights ..................64
Interior Appearance Care .................... .383
Interior Lights ..............................64 Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)
...............67
Introduction ................................4
Inverter Power ................................119
iPod/USB/MP3 Control ..................... .406
Bluetooth Streaming Audio ..............410, 461
Jack Location ............................ .298
Jack Operation ........................ .297, 357
Jump Starting ............................ .324
Key Fob Arm The Alarm ..........................25
Disarm The Alarm ........................25
Programming Additional Key Fobs ..........20, 24
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) .....18
Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) ......20
Keys ....................................17
Replacement .............................24
Lane Change And Turn Signals .................61
Lane Change Assist ...................... .61, 64
Lap/Shoulder
Belts ........................ .182
Latches ................................. .237
Hood ..................................92
478 INDEX
Leaks, Fluid............................. .237
Life Of Tires ............................. .371
Liftgate ..................................94
Closing ................................94
Opening ................................94
Light Bulbs .............................. .237
Lights .................................. .237
AirBag ........................ .145, 197, 235
Automatic Headlights ......................62
Back-Up .............................. .289
Battery Saver ............................64
Brake Assist Warning ..................... .165
Brake Warning ......................... .145
Bulb Replacement ....................... .287
Center Mounted Stop ..................... .290
Cruise ............................... .152
Daytime Running ...................... .61, 62
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................61, 62
Electronic Stability Program(ESP) Indicator ......147
Exterior .............................. .237
Fog ............................... .63, 289
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................286
Headlights .......................... .61, 288
Headlights On Reminder ....................63
High Beam ..............................62 High Beam/Low Beam Select
..............61, 62
Instrument Cluster ........................61
Interior ................................64
License ............................... .290
Lights On Reminder .................... .61, 63
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ..........150
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) .............66
Park ............................. .153, 289
Passing ............................. .61, 62
Reading ................................64
Rear Servicing .......................... .289
Rear Tail Lamps ........................ .289
Seat Belt Reminder ...................... .147
Security Alarm ......................... .148
Service ............................... .287
Side
Marker ........................... .289
Traction Control ........................ .165
Turn Signals .................. .61, 152, 237, 289
Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions . . . .147, 152
Loading Vehicle ........................ .97, 268
Tires................................. .363
Load Leveling System ........................97
Locks Automatic Door ..........................29
Low Tire Pressure System .................... .174
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Refrigerant.............................. .345
Release, Hood ..............................92
Reminder, Lights On .........................61
Reminder, Seat Belt ........................ .181
Remote Keyless Entry Arm The Alarm ..........................25
Disarm The Alarm ........................25
Programming Additional Key Fobs ..........20, 24
Remote Starting Exit Remote Start Mode .....................22
Replacement Bulbs ........................ .287
Replacement Keys ...........................24
Replacement Tires ......................... .372
Reporting Safety Defects .................... .469
Restraints, Child .......................... .210
Restraints, Head ............................49
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ...................329
Roof Luggage Rack ........................ .122
Rotation, Tires ............................ .379
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ...................235
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .................237
Safety Defects, Reporting .................... .469
Safety, Exhaust Gas ........................ .234
Safety Information, Tire ..................... .357Safety Tips
.............................. .234
Schedule, Maintenance ...................... .335
Seat Belt Reminder ........................ .147
Seat Belts ............................ .181, 235
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ...................186
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage .........186
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ......186
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ...........193
Child Restraints ........................ .210
Energy Management Feature ................192
Extender .............................. .191
Front Seat ...................... .181, 182, 184
Inspection ............................. .235
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation ................184
Lap/Shoulder
Belts ...................... .182
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ...............186
Operating Instructions .................... .184
Pregnant Women ........................ .192
Pretensioners .......................... .192
Rear Seat ............................. .182
Reminder ............................. .181
Seat Belt Extender ....................... .191
Seat Belt Pretensioner .................... .192
Untwisting Procedure .................... .186
Seat Belts Maintenance ...................... .383
482 INDEX
Seats.............................. .32, 46, 48
Adjustment ....................... .32, 33, 46
Heated .................................48
Power .................................45
Rear Folding .............................32
Reclining ...............................34
Seatback Release ..........................33
Stow ‘n Go (Fold in Floor) ...................35
Tilting .............................. .32, 33
Security Alarm ........................... .148
Arm The System ..........................25
Disarm The System ........................25
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............398
Sentry Key Key Programming .........................24
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ......................23
Sentry Key Replacement ......................24
Service Assistance ......................... .466
Service Contract .......................... .468
Service Manuals .......................... .470
Settings Personal .............................. .139
Shift Lever Override ....................... .328
Shoulder Belts ............................ .182
Side View Mirror Adjustment ...................56 Signals, Turn
.................... .61, 152, 237, 289
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ....................378
Snow Tires .............................. .374
Spare Tires .................... .301, 374, 375, 376
Spark Plugs ............................. .398
Specifications Fuel (Gasoline) ......................... .398
Oil.................................. .398
Speed Control Accel/Decel ........................... .257
Cancel ............................... .258
Resume .............................. .258
Speed Control (Cruise Control) .................255
Starting ................................ .241
Button .................................20
Cold Weather .......................... .241
Engine Fails To Start ..................... .242
Starting
And Operating ..................... .241
Starting Procedures ........................ .241
Steering Power ............................... .254
Tilt Column .............................55
Wheel, Heated ...........................55
Wheel, Tilt ..............................55
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .................405
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INDEX 483