
It illuminates when you switch the ignitionon prior to engine start to check the bulb andto indicate whether your vehicle is ready forInspection and Maintenance (I/M) testing.
Normally, it illuminates until the engine iscranked and automatically turns off if nomalfunctions are present. However, if after15 seconds it flashes eight times, thisindicates that your vehicle is not ready forInspection and Maintenance (I/M) testing.See Emission Law (page 171).
Stability Control
It will flash when the system isactive. If it remains illuminated ordoes not illuminate when youswitch the ignition on, this indicates amalfunction. During a malfunction the systemwill switch off. Have the system checked byyour authorized dealer immediately. SeeUsing Stability Control (page 191).
Stability Control Off
It illuminates when you switch thesystem off.
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS
Keyless Warning Alert
The horn will sound twice when you exit yourvehicle with the intelligent access key andyour vehicle is in RUN, indicating your vehicleis still on.
Headlamps On Warning Chime
Sounds when you remove the key from theignition and open the driver's door and youhave left the headlamps or parking lampson.
Parking Brake On Warning Chime
Sounds when you have left the parking brakeon and drive your vehicle. If the warningchime remains on after you have releasedthe parking brake, have the system checkedby your authorized dealer immediately.
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Fuel
ActionMessage
An early reminder of a low fuel condition.Fuel Level Low
The fuel fill inlet may not be properly closed.Check Fuel Fill Inlet
Keys and Intelligent Access
ActionMessage
A reminder to press the brake while starting your vehicle.To START Press Brake
The key is not detected by the system. See Keyless Starting (page 158).No Key Detected
The Start Stop button is pressed to shut off the engine and an Intelligent Access key is notdetected inside your vehicle.Restart Now or Key is Needed
Your vehicle is in the accessory ignition state.Accessory Power is Active
There is a problem with your vehicle’s starting system. See an authorized dealer for service.Starting System Fault
During spare key programming, an intelligent access key is programmed to the system.Key Programmed x Keys Total
During spare key programming, the maximum number of keys have been programmed.Max Number of Keys Learned
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Note:When you switch the ignition off, thepower fold feature works until the batterysaver turns it off after 10 minutes. You canreactivate the power seats by pressing theunlock button on the remote entry key fobor by using the unlock procedure on thekeyless entry keypad. See Doors and Locks(page 68). Keep the key in the accessory orrun position to prevent the feature fromtiming out.
Rear Seat Armrest (Livery)
WARNING: Use only soft cups in thecup holders. Hard objects can injure youin a crash.
To access the cupholders, rotate the armrestinto the use position. To open the storagecompartment, pull the cupholder latchforward.
Third Row Seats (Accessing the Seat)
WARNING: Check under the seatcushion to make sure no cargo or objectsare under the seat cushion beforereturning the seat cushion to its originalposition, and that the seat cushion locksinto place. Failure to do so may preventthe seat from operating properly in theevent of a crash, which could increase therisk of serious injury.
WARNING: Do not adjust a seat orrelease a seat floor latch when the vehicleis moving. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in personal injury or death ina sudden stop or crash.
WARNING: Do not drive your vehiclewith a seat that is unlatched or in thefolded position. Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in personal injuryor death in the event of a sudden stop orcrash.
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2. To return the seatback to the uprightposition, pull the red strap. Then, whileholding the red strap, pull the long strapon the seatback to raise the seatback.
3.Pull the head restraints up to their normalpositions.
PowerFold™Third Row Seats (If Equipped)
The third row seat features a powerone-touch operation that allows you to adjustthe left, right, or both seats into a NORMAL,STOW, FOLD, or TAILGATE position with justone touch of a button.
Note:The power fold seats work only whenthe transmission is in park (P) and thetailgate is open. If the ignition is off and thefeature is still running, the battery saver turnsit off after 10 minutes. You can reactivate thepower seats by pressing the unlock buttonon the remote entry key fob or by using theunlock procedure on the keyless entrykeypad. See Keyless Entry (page 71). Keepthe key in the accessory or run position toprevent the feature from timing out.
The third row power seat buttons are behindthe third row seats on the left-hand quartertrim panel.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING: Extended idling at highengine speeds can produce very hightemperatures in the engine and exhaustsystem, creating the risk of fire or otherdamage.
WARNING: Do not park, idle or driveyour vehicle on dry grass or other dryground cover. The emission system heatsup the engine compartment and exhaustsystem, creating the risk of fire.
WARNING: Do not start the enginein a closed garage or in other enclosedareas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Alwaysopen the garage door before you start theengine.
WARNING: Exhaust leaks may resultin entry of harmful and potentially lethalfumes into the passenger compartment. Ifyou smell exhaust fumes inside yourvehicle, have your vehicle inspectedimmediately. Do not drive if you smellexhaust 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 the engine, avoid pressingthe accelerator pedal before and duringoperation. Only use the accelerator pedalwhen you have difficulty starting the engine.
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 engine.
Ignition Modes
The keyless starting system has threemodes:
Off: Turns the ignition off.
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Automatic Engine Shutdown
For vehicles with a keyless ignition, thisfeature automatically shuts down the engineif it has been idling for an extended period. The ignition also turns off to save batterypower. Before your vehicle shuts down, amessage appears in the information displayshowing a timer counting down. If you donot intervene within 30 seconds, your vehicleshuts down. Another message appears inthe information display to inform you thatyour vehicle has shut down to save fuel. Start your vehicle as normal.
Automatic Engine Shutdown Override
Note: You cannot permanently switch offthe automatic shutdown. When you switchit off temporarily, it turns on at the nextignition cycle.
You can stop the shutdown, or reset thetimer, at any point before the 30-secondcountdown has expired by doing any of thefollowing:
•Interacting with your vehicle, for examplepressing the brake or accelerator pedal.
•You can temporarily switch off theshutdown feature any time the ignition ison using the information display. SeeInformation Displays (page 105). Thefeature only remains off for the currentignition cycle.
•During the 30-second countdown, thesystem prompts you to press OK orRESET to temporarily switch the featureoff for the current ignition cycle only.
Stopping the Engine When YourVehicle is Stationary
1. Shift into park (P).
2. Press the push button ignition switch.
3. Apply the parking brake.
Note:The ignition, all electrical circuits andall warning lamps and indicators will beturned off.
Note:If the engine is idling for 30 minutes,the ignition and engine automatically shutsdown.
Stopping the Engine When YourVehicle is Moving
WARNING: Switching off the enginewhen the vehicle is still moving will resultin a loss of brake and steering assistance.The steering will not lock, but higher effortwill be required. When the ignition isswitched off, some electrical circuits,including air bags, warning lamps andindicators may also be off. If the ignitionwas turned off accidentally, you can shiftinto neutral (N) and re-start the engine.
1. Shift into neutral and use the brakes tobring your vehicle to a safe stop.
2.When your vehicle has stopped, shift intopark (P).
3. Press and hold the push button ignitionswitch, or press it three times within twoseconds.
4. Apply the parking brake.
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Recreational Towing
Note: Put your climate control system inrecirculated air mode to prevent exhaustfumes from entering the vehicle. SeeClimate Control (page 125).
Follow these guidelines if you have a needfor recreational (RV) towing. An example ofrecreational towing would be towing yourvehicle behind a motorhome. We designedthese guidelines to prevent damage to yourtransmission.
You can tow your 3.5L or 3.7L equippedvehicle with all four wheels on the ground.
If you tow your vehicle with all four wheelson the ground:
•Tow only in the forward direction.
•Release the parking brake.
•Do not exceed 65 mph (105 km/h).
•Start the engine and allow it to run forfive minutes at the beginning of each dayand every six hours thereafter. With theengine running and your foot on thebrake, shift into drive (D) and then intoreverse (R) before shifting back intoneutral (N).
1. Start the vehicle by pressing the brakepedal, and then pressing the keyless startbutton until the vehicle starts.
2. Press the brake pedal and shift thetransmission into neutral (N).
3. Switch your vehicle off by pressing thekeyless start button once.
4. Disconnect the negative (black) cablefrom the battery. You need the door keyto lock and unlock doors when thebattery cable is disconnected. SeeChanging the 12V Battery (page 295).
Note:The anti-theft system does not workuntil you reconnect the battery cable.
Start the engine within 15 minutes ofreconnecting the battery cable.
Front-wheel Drive Vehicles
Alternatively, you can tow your front-wheeldrive vehicle with the front wheels off theground by using a tow dolly, or with all fourwheels off the ground using a vehicletransport trailer. If you are using a tow dolly,follow the instructions specified by theequipment provider.
All-wheel Drive Vehicles
Alternatively, you can tow your all-wheeldrive vehicle with all four wheels off theground using a vehicle transport trailer. Donot tow your all-wheel drive vehicle with thefront wheels off the ground (by using a towdolly) and the rear wheels on the ground.This causes damage to your all-wheel drivesystem. If you are using a vehicle transporttrailer, follow the instruction specified by theequipment provider.
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A/CSee: Climate Control..........................................125
About This Manual............................................7ABSSee: Brakes...........................................................187
ABS driving hintsSee: Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes................................................................188
Accessories....................................................474Exterior Style........................................................474Interior Style.........................................................474Lifestyle.................................................................474Peace of Mind......................................................474
AccessoriesSee: Replacement Parts Recommendation.....12
ACCSee: Using Adaptive Cruise Control.............204
Active Park Assist..........................................193Automatic Steering into Parking Space........196Deactivating the Park Assist Feature.............196Troubleshooting the System.............................197Using Active Park Assist....................................194
Adaptive Headlamps......................................91System Check........................................................92
Adjusting the Headlamps..........................298Horizontal Aim Adjustment..............................299
Vertical Aim Adjustment...................................298
Adjusting the Pedals......................................83Adjusting the Steering Wheel.....................80End of Travel Position..........................................80Memory Feature....................................................80
AFSSee: Adaptive Headlamps...................................91
Airbag Disposal...............................................58Air ConditioningSee: Climate Control..........................................125
Air FilterSee: Changing the Engine Air Filter...............301
AlarmSee: Anti-Theft Alarm...........................................79
All-Wheel Drive..............................................179Ambient Lighting.............................................93Adjusting the Brightness.....................................93Changing the Color..............................................93Switching Ambient Lighting Off........................93Switching Ambient Lighting On........................93
Anti-Theft Alarm..............................................79Arming the Alarm..................................................79Disarming the Alarm.............................................79
Appendices......................................................511Apps.................................................................433.................................................................................433SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link......................434
At a Glance........................................................16
Audible Warnings and Indicators..............104Headlamps On Warning Chime.......................104Keyless Warning Alert........................................104Parking Brake On Warning Chime..................104
Audio Control....................................................81Seek, Next or Previous.........................................81
Audio System................................................364General Information...........................................364
Audio Unit......................................................366Adjusting the Volume........................................366Changing Radio Stations..................................366Ejecting the CD...................................................366Inserting a CD.....................................................366Rear Seat Audio Controls.................................366Switching the Audio Unit On and Off............366Using Seek, Fast Forward and Reverse.......366
Autolamps.........................................................87Windshield Wiper Activated Headlamps........88
Automatic Climate Control.........................125Setting the Blower Motor Speed....................125Setting the Temperature...................................125Switching Auto Mode On and Off...................125Switching Defrost On and Off..........................125Switching Maximum Air Conditioning On andOff.......................................................................125Switching Recirculated Air On and Off..........125Switching the Air Conditioning On andOff.......................................................................125
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