
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
WARNING: Fail-safe mode is for
use during emergencies only. Operate
your vehicle in fail-safe mode only as
long as necessary to bring your vehicle
to rest in a safe location and seek
immediate repairs. When in fail-safe
mode, your vehicle will have limited
power, will not be able to maintain
high-speed operation, and may
completely shut down without warning,
potentially losing engine power, power
steering assist, and power brake assist,
which may increase the possibility of a
crash resulting in serious injury. WARNING:
Do not remove the
coolant reservoir cap when the engine is
on or the cooling system is hot. Wait 10
minutes for the cooling system to cool
down. Cover the coolant reservoir cap
with a thick cloth to prevent the
possibility of scalding and slowly remove
the cap. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury.
Your vehicle has limited engine power
when in the fail-safe mode, drive your
vehicle with caution. Your vehicle does not
maintain high-speed operation and the
engine may operate poorly.
Remember that the engine is capable of
automatically shutting down to prevent
engine damage. In this situation:
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and switch the engine off.
2. If you are a member of a roadside assistance program, we recommend
that you contact your roadside
assistance service provider.
3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool. 4. Check the coolant level. If the coolant
level is at or below the minimum mark,
add prediluted coolant immediately.
5. When the engine temperature cools, you can re-start the engine. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible to
minimize engine damage.
Engine Coolant Temperature
Management
(If Equipped) WARNING:
To reduce the risk of
crash and injury, be prepared that the
vehicle speed may reduce and the
vehicle may not be able to accelerate
with full power until the coolant
temperature reduces.
If you tow a trailer with your vehicle, the
engine may temporarily reach a higher
temperature during severe operating
conditions, for example ascending a long
or steep grade in high ambient
temperatures.
At this time, you may notice the coolant
temperature gauge moves toward the red
zone and a message may appear in the
information display.
You may notice a reduction in vehicle
speed caused by reduced engine power in
order to manage the engine coolant
temperature. Your vehicle may enter this
mode if certain high-temperature and
high-load conditions take place. The
amount of speed reduction depends on
vehicle loading, grade and ambient
temperature. If this occurs, there is no need
to pull off the road. You can continue to
drive your vehicle.
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•
Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
• Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents.
Engine
• Change the engine oil and filter prior to
storage because used engine oil
contains contaminates which may
cause engine damage.
• Start the engine every 15 days for a
minimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast idle
with the climate controls set to defrost
until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature.
• With your foot on the brake, shift
through all the gears while the engine
is running.
• We recommend that you change the
engine oil before you use your vehicle
again.
Fuel system
• Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the
fuel pump nozzle.
Cooling system
• Protect against freezing temperatures.
• When removing your vehicle from
storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm that there are no cooling
system leaks and that fluid is at the
recommended level.
Battery
• Check and recharge as necessary. Keep
connections clean.
• If storing your vehicle for more than 30
days without recharging the battery,
we recommend that you disconnect
the battery cables to maintain battery
charge for quick starting. Note:
It is necessary to reset memory
features if battery cables are disconnected.
Brakes
• Make sure the brakes and parking brake
release fully.
Tires
• Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
• Make sure all linkages, cables, levers
and pins under your vehicle are covered
with grease to prevent rust.
• Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m)
every 15 days to lubricate working parts
and prevent corrosion.
Removing Vehicle From Storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out of
storage, do the following:
• Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt
or grease film build-up on window
surfaces.
• Check windshield wipers for any
deterioration.
• Check under the hood for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage such as mice or squirrel
nests.
• Check the exhaust for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage.
• Check tire pressures and set tire
inflation per the Tire Label.
• Check brake pedal operation. Drive
your vehicle
15 ft (4.5 m) back and
forth to remove rust build-up.
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Note:
You can switch temperature units
between Fahrenheit and Celsius. See
Settings (page 446).
Accessing the Climate Control
Menu Touch the button to access
additional controls for the front
climate system.
Directing the Airflow Touch the button to direct
airflow to the windshield air
vents and de-mister.
Touch the button to direct
airflow to the instrument panel
air vents.
Touch the button to direct
airflow to the footwell air vents.
You can direct air through any combination
of these air vents.
Setting the Blower Motor Speed Touch up or down to increase or
decrease the volume of air that
circulates in your vehicle.
Setting the Temperature
Touch up or down on the left-hand
temperature control to set the left-hand
temperature.
Note: This control also adjusts the
right-hand side temperature when you
switch off dual zone mode.
Touch up or down on the right-hand
temperature control to set the right-hand
temperature. Switching Auto Mode On and Off Touch the button to switch on
automatic operation, then set
the temperature.
The system adjusts the blower motor
speed, air distribution, air conditioning
operation, and outside or recirculated air
to reach and maintain the temperature you
have set.
Switching the Air Conditioning On
and Off A pop-up appears on the screen
to display the air conditioning
options.
MAX A/C:
Touch the button to activate
and maximize cooling. The driver and
passenger temperatures are set to LO,
recirculated air flows through the
instrument panel vents, air conditioning
automatically turns on and the fan
automatically adjusts to the highest speed.
A/C:
Touch to switch the air conditioning
on or off. Use A/C with recirculated air to
improve cooling performance and
efficiency.
Note: In certain conditions, such as
maximum defrost, the air conditioning
compressor may continue to operate even
though you switch off the air conditioning.
Switching the Climate Control On
and Off Touch the button.
Switching the Climate Controlled
Seats On and Off Touch the button to cycle
through the various climate
controlled seat settings and off.
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Switching Dual Zone Mode On and
Off
Touch the button to switch on
temperature control for the
right-hand side of the vehicle.
Switching the Heated Exterior
Mirrors On and Off Touch the button.
Switching the Heated Rear
Window On and Off Touch the button to clear the
rear window of thin ice and fog.
Switching the Heated Seats On
and Off Touch the button to cycle
through the various heat settings
and off.
Switching the Heated Steering
Wheel On and Off Touch the button.
Switching Maximum Air
Conditioning On and Off Touch the button for maximum
cooling.
Recirculated air flows through the
instrument panel air vents, air conditioning
turns on and the blower motor adjusts to
the highest speed. Switching Maximum Defrost On
and Off Touch the button for maximum
defrosting.
Air flows through the windshield air vents,
and the blower motor adjusts to the
highest speed.
You can also use this setting to defog and
clear the windshield of a thin covering of
ice.
Note: To prevent window fogging, you
cannot select recirculated air when
maximum defrost is on.
Note: The heated rear window also turns
on when you select maximum defrost.
Switching Recirculated Air On and
Off Touch the button to switch
between outside air and
recirculated air.
The air currently in the passenger
compartment recirculates. This may
reduce the time needed to cool the interior,
when used with A/C, and reduce unwanted
odors from entering your vehicle.
Note: Recirculated air may turn off, or
prevent you from switching on, in all air flow
modes except MAX A/C to reduce the risk
of fogging. Recirculation may also turn on
and off in various air distribution control
combinations during hot weather to improve
cooling efficiency.
Switching the Ventilated Seats On
and Off Touch the button to cycle
through the various ventilated
seat settings and off.
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Check Every Month
Windshield washer fluid level.
Fuel and water separator. Drain if necessary (or if indicated by the information display). Holes and slots in the tail pipe to make sure they are functional and clear of debris. 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.
Seatbelts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and seatbelt) 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. Multi-Point Inspection
Hazard warning system operation
Accessory drive belt(s)
Horn operation
Battery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioninghoses
Engine air filter
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When to Expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED Message
Vehicle Use and Example
Interval
No, or moderate, load or towing
Flat to moderately hilly roads
No extended idling Severe
5,000– 7,500 mi
(8,000– 12,000 km) Moderate to heavy load or towing
Mountainous or off-road conditions
Extended idling
Extended hot or cold operation
Extreme
3,000–5,000 mi
(5,000–8,000 km) Maximum load or towing
Extreme hot or cold operation
Normal Maintenance Intervals At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display
1
Change engine oil and filter. 2
Rotate the tires.
Perform a multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level. Consult your dealer for requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, rotors, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect the engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect the rear axle and U-joints (All-Wheel Drive only).
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints.
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Daytime Running Lamps............................80
Type One - Conventional
(Non-Configurable)....................................... 80
Type Two - Configurable................................... 80
Digital Radio..................................................353
HD Radio Reception and Station
Troubleshooting............................................ 354
Direction Indicators
.......................................82
Doors and Locks.............................................64
Driver Alert.....................................................205 PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION.......................... 205
USING DRIVER ALERT.................................... 205
Driver and Passenger Airbags...................45 Children and Airbags.......................................... 46
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment........................................................ 45
Driver and Passenger Knee Airbags
........49
Driving Aids....................................................205
Driving Hints
..................................................230
Driving Through Water...............................230
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps........................ 80
E
Economical Driving.....................................230
Electric Parking Brake..................................177 Applying the Electric Parking Brake..............177
Automatically Releasing the Electric
Parking Brake................................................... 178
Manually Releasing the Electric Parking Brake.................................................................... 177
Releasing the Electric Parking Brake if the Vehicle Battery is Running Out of
Charge................................................................ 178
Electromagnetic Compatibility
..............494
Emission Law.................................................162
Noise Emissions Warranty, Prohibited
Tampering Acts and Maintenance..........163
Tampering With a Noise Control System............................................................... 162
End User License Agreement.................496 VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (EULA) ................................ 496
Engine Block Heater
.....................................151
Using the Engine Block Heater...................... 152
Engine Coolant Check
...............................263
Adding Coolant................................................... 263Coolant Change.................................................
265
Engine Coolant Temperature Management.................................................. 266
Fail-Safe Cooling............................................... 265
Recycled Coolant............................................... 265
Severe Climates................................................. 265
Engine Emission Control............................162
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System...................... 71
Engine Oil Check...........................................261 Adding Engine Oil............................................... 261
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.5L EcoBoost™..................................................261
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L EcoBoost™/ 2.5L/2.7L EcoBoost™
..............................261
Engine Specifications - 1.5L EcoBoost™..................................................319
Drivebelt Routing................................................ 319
Engine Specifications - 2.0L EcoBoost™..................................................319
Drivebelt Routing............................................... 320
Engine Specifications - 2.5L....................320 Drivebelt Routing............................................... 320
Engine Specifications - 2.7L EcoBoost™..................................................321
Drivebelt Routing................................................ 321
Entertainment................................................417 AM/FM Radio....................................................... 418
Apps....................................................................... 426
Bluetooth Stereo or USB................................ 425
CD (If equipped)................................................ 424
HD Radio ™ Information (If
Available).......................................................... 421
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (If Activated)......................................................... 419
Sources................................................................... 417
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information................................ 426
USB Port............................................................... 426
Environment......................................................17
EPB See: Electric Parking Brake.............................. 177
Essential Towing Checks..........................226 Before Towing a Trailer..................................... 227
Hitches................................................................... 226
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC)......................................... 227
Safety Chains...................................................... 226
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Head Restraints..............................................131
Adjusting the Head Restraint......................... 132
Tilting Head Restraints .................................... 133
Heated Exterior Mirrors...............................129
Heated Rear Window..................................129
Heated Seats.................................................138
Heated Steering Wheel................................75
Heating See: Climate Control........................................... 121
Hill Start Assist
..............................................178
Switching the System On and Off................179
Using Hill Start Assist........................................ 179
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate...........................................................127
Defogging the Side Windows in Cold Weather............................................................. 129
General Hints........................................................ 127
Quickly Cooling the Interior............................ 128
Quickly Heating the Interior............................ 128
Recommended Settings for Cooling...........129
Recommended Settings for Heating..........128
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes.............................................................176
Home Screen
................................................409
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........256
I
In California (U.S. Only)
............................239
Information Display Control.......................75
Information Displays.....................................97 General Information............................................ 97
Information Messages...............................106 Active Park............................................................ 106
Adaptive Cruise Control................................... 107
AdvanceTrac®..................................................... 107
Airbag..................................................................... 108
Alarm...................................................................... 108
All-Wheel Drive.................................................... 110
Automatic Engine Shutdown......................... 110
Auto Start-Stop.................................................. 108
Battery and Charging System.......................... 111
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System...................................................... 111
Doors and Locks................................................... 112
Driver Alert.............................................................. 112
Fuel........................................................................\
.... 112Hill Start Assist.....................................................
112
Keys and Intelligent Access............................. 113
Lane Keeping System........................................ 114
Maintenance.......................................................... 114
MyKey....................................................................... 115
Park Aid................................................................... 116
Park Brake.............................................................. 116
Power Steering...................................................... 117
Pre-Collision Assist............................................. 117
Remote Start......................................................... 117
Seats........................................................................\
118
Starting System .................................................. 118
Tire Pressure Monitoring System................... 118
Traction Control................................................... 119
Transmission......................................................... 119
Installing Child Restraints...........................22 Child Seats.............................................................. 22
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts......................... 22
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)............................................ 27
Using Tether Straps............................................. 28
Instrument Cluster
........................................90
Instrument Lighting Dimmer......................79 Vehicles With Front Fog Lamps..................... 80
Vehicles Without Front Fog Lamps..............80
Instrument Panel
............................................18
Interior Lamps.................................................82 Front Interior Lamp............................................. 83
Rear Interior Lamps............................................. 83
Interior Luggage Compartment Release...........................................................69
Interior Mirror...................................................88 Auto-Dimming Mirror......................................... 88
Manual Dimming Mirror.................................... 88
Introduction.........................................................7
J
Jump Starting the Vehicle........................234 Connecting the Jumper Cables.................... 234
Jump Starting...................................................... 235
Preparing Your Vehicle..................................... 234
Removing the Jumper Cables....................... 235
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