Multi-Point Inspection
Steering and linkageExterior lamps operation
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure2Fluid levels1; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pitsFor oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operationHalf-shaft dust boots
1 Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer2If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership serviceadvisor or technician about the multi-pointvehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive wayto perform a thorough inspection of yourvehicle. Your checklist gives you immediatefeedback on the overall condition of yourvehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™
Your vehicle is equipped with an IntelligentOil-Life Monitor that determines when youshould change the engine oil based on howyour vehicle is used. By using severalimportant factors in its calculations, themonitor helps reduce the cost of owning yourvehicle and reduces environmental waste atthe same time.
This means you do not have to remember tochange the oil on a mileage-based schedule.Your vehicle lets you know when an oilchange is due by displaying a message inthe information display.
The following table provides examples ofvehicle use and its impact on oil changeintervals. It is a guideline only. Actual oilchange intervals depend on several factorsand generally decrease with severity of use.
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Maintenance Intervals
At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display1
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.
Inspect the tires, tire wear and measure the tread depth.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
1 Do not exceed one year or 10,000 mi (16,000 km) between service intervals.2 Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. See Oil Change Indicator Reset (page 303).
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Setting the Blower Motor Speed.....................136Setting the Temperature....................................136Switching Auto Mode On and Off...................136Switching Defrost On and Off..........................136Switching Dual Zone Mode On and Off.........137Switching Maximum Air Conditioning On andOff........................................................................137Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off.......137Switching Recirculated Air On and Off..........137Switching the Air Conditioning On andOff.......................................................................136Switching the Climate Controlled Seats Onand Off...............................................................137Switching the Climate Control On andOff........................................................................137Switching the Heated Seats On and Off.......137Switching the Heated Steering Wheel On andOff........................................................................137
Automatic High Beam Control....................90Automatic High Beam Indicator.........................91Switching the System On and Off.....................91
Automatic Transmission...............................177Automatic Transmission AdaptiveLearning............................................................182Brake-Shift Interlock Override.........................180If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud orSnow..................................................................182Push Button Shift Transmission........................177
SelectShift Automatic™ Transmission.............179
Automatic Transmission FluidCheck...........................................................3086F35 Transmission.............................................3086F55 Transmission.............................................309
Autowipers.......................................................85Autowipers Settings.............................................85Low Temperature Wipe Inhibit..........................85
Auxiliary Power Points.................................158110 Volt AC Power Point.....................................15812 Volt DC Power Point......................................158Locations...............................................................158
AWDSee: All-Wheel Drive...........................................183
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BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery........................314
Blind Spot Information System.................234Switching the System Off and On..................236System Errors......................................................236Using the Blind Spot InformationSystem..............................................................235
BLISSee: Blind Spot Information System..............234
Body Styling Kits...........................................328
Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood............297
Booster Seats..................................................30Types of Booster Seats........................................31
Brake Fluid Check.........................................313Brakes..............................................................192General Information............................................192
Breaking-In....................................................259Bulb Specification Chart.............................386
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Cabin Air Filter...............................................139Capacities and Specifications - 2.0L.......373Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely ColdClimates............................................................378Specifications.......................................................374
Capacities and Specifications - 3.0L.......379Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely ColdClimates............................................................385Specifications.......................................................381
Capacities and Specifications...................366Car WashSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................320
Catalytic Converter.......................................174On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)........................175Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance(I/M) Testing......................................................176
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Mobile App Voice Commands.........................419Navigation Voice Commands...........................417Phone Voice Commands...................................414SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link VoiceCommands.......................................................419Voice Settings Commands..............................420
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program(Canada Only).............................................272
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Vehicle Care...................................................319General Information............................................319
Vehicle Certification Label..........................371Vehicle Identification Number....................371Vehicle Storage.............................................327Battery...................................................................328Body.......................................................................327Brakes...................................................................328Cooling system...................................................328Engine....................................................................327Fuel system..........................................................327General..................................................................327Miscellaneous.....................................................328Removing Vehicle From Storage...................328Tires.......................................................................328
VentilationSee: Climate Control..........................................136
VINSee: Vehicle Identification Number................371
Voice Control...................................................82
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Warning Lamps and Indicators..................105Adaptive Cruise Control Indicator..................105Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Lamp........105Auto Hold Active.................................................105Auto Hold Unavailable.......................................105Automatic Headlamp High BeamIndicator............................................................105Battery....................................................................105Blind Spot Monitor..............................................105Brake System Warning Lamp...........................106Cruise Control Indicator....................................106Direction Indicator..............................................106Door Ajar...............................................................106Electric Park Brake..............................................106Engine Coolant Temperature WarningLamp..................................................................106Engine Oil..............................................................106Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp........................107Front Airbag..........................................................107Headlamp High Beam Indicator......................107Heads Up Display................................................107Hood Ajar..............................................................107
Lane Keeping System Lamp.............................107Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp.........................107Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp...................107Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Lamp.........107Parking Lamps.....................................................108Powertrain Fault..................................................108Service Engine Soon..........................................108Stability Control...................................................108Stability Control Off............................................108Trunk Ajar..............................................................108
Washer Fluid Check......................................313WashersSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................320
Waxing..............................................................321Welcome Lighting...........................................92Wheel NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel.........................356
Wheels and Tires.........................................329Technical Specifications...................................364
Windows and Mirrors.....................................95Windshield Washers......................................86Windshield Wipers..........................................84Intermittent Wipe..................................................84Speed Dependent Wipers..................................84
Wiper BladesSee: Checking the Wiper Blades....................315
Wipers and Washers......................................84
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