BREAKING-IN
You need to break in new tires forapproximately 300 mi (480 km). During thistime, your vehicle may exhibit some unusualdriving characteristics.
Avoid driving too fast during the first 1,000 mi(1,600 km). Vary your speed frequently andchange up through the gears early. Do notlabor the engine.
Do not tow during the first 1,000 mi(1,600 km).
ECONOMICAL DRIVING
Fuel economy is affected by several thingssuch as how you drive, the conditions youdrive under and how you maintain yourvehicle.
There are some things to keep in mind thatmay improve your fuel economy:
•Accelerate and slow down in a smooth,moderate fashion.
•Drive at steady speeds.
•Anticipate stops; slowing down mayeliminate the need to stop.
•Combine errands and minimizestop-and-go driving (When runningerrands, go to the furthest destinationfirst and then work your way back home).
•Close the windows for high-speeddriving.
•Drive at reasonable speeds.
•Keep the tires properly inflated and useonly the recommended size.
•Use the recommended engine oil.
•Perform all regularly scheduledmaintenance.
There are also some things you may want toavoid doing because they reduce your fueleconomy:
•Avoid sudden or hard accelerations.
•Avoid revving the engine before turningoff the car.
•Avoid long idle periods.
•Do not warm up your vehicle on coldmornings.
•Reduce the use of air conditioning andheat.
•Avoid using speed control in hilly terrain.
•Do not rest your foot on the brake pedalwhile driving.
•Avoid carrying unnecessary weight.
•Avoid adding particular accessories toyour vehicle (e.g. bug deflectors,rollbars/light bars, running boards, skiracks).
•Avoid driving with the wheels out ofalignment.
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
WARNING: Do not drive throughflowing or deep water as you may losecontrol of your vehicle.
Note:Driving through standing water cancause vehicle damage.
Note:Engine damage can occur if waterenters the air filter.
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Automatic transmission dipstick.See Automatic Transmission FluidCheck (page 292).
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Washer fluid reservoir. SeeWasher Fluid Check (page 295).I.
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
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ENGINE OIL CHECK
To check the engine oil level consistentlyand accurately, do the following:
1.Make sure the parking brake is on. Makesure the transmission is in park (P) orneutral (N).
2. Run the engine until it reaches normaloperating temperature.
3. Make sure that your vehicle is on levelground.
4.Switch the engine off and wait 15 minutesfor the oil to drain into the oil pan. Checking the engine oil level too soonafter you switch the engine off may resultin an inaccurate reading.
5. Open the hood. See Opening andClosing the Hood (page 282).
6. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with aclean, lint-free cloth. See Under HoodOverview (page 284).
7.Replace the dipstick and remove it againto check the oil level. See Under HoodOverview (page 284).
8. Make sure that the oil level is betweenthe maximum and minimum marks. If theoil level is at the minimum mark, add oilimmediately. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 355).
9. If the oil level is correct, replace thedipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
Note:Do not remove the dipstick when theengine is running.
Note: If the oil level is between themaximum and minimum marks, the oil levelis acceptable. Do not add oil.
Note:The oil consumption of new enginesreaches its normal level after approximately3,000 mi (5,000 km).
Adding Engine Oil
WARNING: Do not remove the fillercap when the engine is running.
Do not use supplemental engine oil additivesbecause they are unnecessary and couldlead to engine damage that may not becovered by the vehicle Warranty.
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MaintenanceE146429
Switching the Climate Control On andOff.......................................................................125
Automatic High Beam Control....................89Switching the System On and Off....................90
Automatic Transmission...............................175Automatic Transmission AdaptiveLearning.............................................................178Brake-Shift Interlock............................................177If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud orSnow...................................................................178SelectShift Automatic™ Transmission.............176Understanding the Positions of YourAutomatic Transmission................................175
Automatic Transmission FluidCheck...........................................................292Adding Transmission Fluid .............................293Checking the Transmission Fluid Level........293
Autowipers.......................................................84Auxiliary Power Points.................................154110 Volt AC Power Point.....................................15412 Volt DC Power Point......................................154Locations...............................................................154
AWDSee: All-Wheel Drive...........................................179
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BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery......................295
Blind Spot Information System..................219Switching the System Off and On...................221System Errors.......................................................221System Limitations..............................................221Using the System...............................................220
BLISSee: Blind Spot Information System...............219
Body Styling Kits............................................312Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood............282
Booster Seats..................................................32Types of Booster Seats.......................................33
Brake Fluid Check........................................294Brakes...............................................................187General Information............................................187
Breaking-In.....................................................245Bulb Specification Chart.............................362
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Cabin Air Filter...............................................129Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L.......349Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely ColdClimates............................................................354
Specifications......................................................350
Capacities and Specifications - 3.7L........355Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely ColdClimates...........................................................360Specifications......................................................357
Capacities and Specifications...................343Cargo Nets......................................................231Car WashSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................304
Catalytic Converter.......................................172On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)........................173Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance(I/M) Testing.......................................................174
Center Console.............................................156Console Refrigerator and Freezer..................156Second Row Center Console...........................156
Changing a Bulb...........................................300Front Direction Indicator Lamp........................301Front Fog Lamp..................................................300High Intensity Discharge Headlamp.............300LED Lamps............................................................301License Plate Lamp.............................................301
Changing a Fuse..........................................278Fuses.....................................................................278
Changing a Road Wheel.............................333Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire AssemblyInformation.......................................................334Tire Change Procedure....................................335
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Index
Driving Through Water...............................245DRLSee: Daytime Running Lamps...........................89
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Economical Driving......................................245Electromagnetic Compatibility....................511Emission Law...................................................171Noise Emissions Warranty, ProhibitedTampering Acts and Maintenance..............172Tampering With a Noise Control System.......171
End User License Agreement....................516VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSEAGREEMENT (EULA) .....................................516
Engine Block Heater....................................162Using the Engine Block Heater.......................163
Engine Coolant Check................................288Adding Coolant...................................................288Coolant Change.................................................290Engine Coolant TemperatureManagement...................................................292Fail-Safe Cooling................................................290Recycled Coolant...............................................290Severe Climates.................................................290
Engine Emission Control..............................171Engine ImmobilizerSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.........................77
Engine Oil Check.........................................286Adding Engine Oil..............................................286
Engine Oil Dipstick......................................286Engine Specifications - 3.5L......................343Drivebelt Routing................................................343
Engine Specifications - 3.7L.......................344Drivebelt Routing................................................344
Entertainment................................................396AM/FM Radio.......................................................399Apps........................................................................410Bluetooth Stereo or USB..................................408CD (If equipped)..................................................407HD Radio™ Information (If Available)..............403SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (If Activated).........399Sources.................................................................398Supported Media Players, Formats andMetadata Information....................................410USB Ports..............................................................410
Environment......................................................15Essential Towing Checks...........................240Before Towing a Trailer.....................................242Hitches..................................................................240Launching or Retrieving a Boat or PersonalWatercraft (PWC)............................................243Safety Chains.......................................................241Trailer Brake Controller Connector...............242Trailer Brakes........................................................241Trailer Lamps.......................................................242
Trailer Towing Connector (Vehicles with aTrailer Towing Package and 7–PinConnector).......................................................240When Towing a Trailer.......................................242
Event Data RecordingSee: Data Recording.............................................10
Export Unique Options...................................14Exterior Mirrors................................................95Auto-dimming Feature........................................96Blind Spot Information System..........................97Direction Indicator Mirrors ................................96Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors.................................96Heated Exterior Mirrors ......................................96Integrated Blind Spot Mirror..............................96Memory Mirrors ....................................................96Power Exterior Mirrors.........................................95Puddle Lamps........................................................96
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Fastening the Seatbelts................................39Rear Inflatable Seatbelt.......................................42Seatbelt Locking Modes.....................................40Third Row Seatbelt Stowage.............................40Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy..................39
Flat TireSee: Changing a Road Wheel.........................333
Floor Mats......................................................246
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