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Curve Speed Control Light
If equipped, this light may illuminate
green when ACC is actively controlling
the vehicle speed and detects a sharp
curve on the road ahead.
SeeAdaptive Cruise Control 0195.
Door Ajar Light
This light comes on when a door is
open or not securely latched. Before
driving, check that all doors are
properly closed.
Information Displays
Driver Information
Center (DIC)
The DIC is displayed in the
instrument cluster. It shows the status
of many vehicle systems.
SorT:Press to move between the
interactive display zones in the
cluster. Press
Sto go back to the
previous menu.
yorz: Use the thumbwheel to
scroll to the previous or next
selection.
V: Press the thumbwheel to open a
menu or select a menu item. Press
and hold to reset values on certain
screens.
Info Page Options
The info displays on the DIC can be
turned on or off through the
Options menu.
1. Press
Tto scroll to the Options
menu. Use the thumbwheel to
scroll to Info Pages and press the
thumbwheel to select.
2. Scroll
yorzto move through
the list of possible info displays.
3. Press the thumbwheel while an item is highlighted to select or
deselect that item.
The info pages can also be turned on
or off through the DIC Info Page
Options.
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DIC Information Displays
The following is the list of all possible
DIC information displays. Some of the
information displays may not be
available for your particular vehicle.
While in the Info Page Options menu,
the info pages can be restored to the
default factory settings by pressing
and holding
Ron the left steering
wheel controls and the thumbwheel
on the right steering wheel controls at
the same time.
Speed : Shows the vehicle speed in
either kilometers per hour (km/h) or
miles per hour (mph).
Trip 1 or Trip 2 and Average Fuel
Economy : The Trip display shows the
current distance traveled, in either
kilometers (km) or miles (mi), since
the trip odometer was last reset. The
trip odometer can be reset by pressing
Vand selecting yes or no while this
display is active.
Average Fuel Economy shows the
approximate average liters per
100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles
per gallon (mpg). This number is
calculated based on the number of L/ 100 km (mpg) recorded since the last
time this menu item was reset. This
number reflects only the approximate
average fuel economy that the vehicle
has right now, and will change as
driving conditions change. The
Average Fuel Economy can be reset by
pressing
Vand selecting yes or no
while this display is active.
Fuel Range : Shows the approximate
distance the vehicle can be driven
without refueling. LOW will be
displayed when the vehicle is low on
fuel. The fuel range estimate is based
on an average of the vehicle's fuel
economy over recent driving history
and the amount of fuel remaining in
the fuel tank.
Oil Life : Shows an estimate of the
oil's remaining useful life.
If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is
displayed, that means 99% of the
current oil life remains.
When the remaining oil life is low, the
CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message
will appear on the display. The oil
should be changed as soon as
possible. See Engine Oil0246. In
addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional
maintenance is recommended. See
Maintenance Schedule
0308.
The Oil Life display must be reset
after each oil change. It will not reset
itself. Do not reset the Oil Life display
accidentally at any time other than
when the oil has just been changed.
It cannot be reset accurately until the
next oil change. To reset the engine
oil life system, press
Vand then
select yes or no. See Engine Oil Life
System 0248.
Tire Pressure : Shows the
approximate pressures of all four tires.
Tire pressure is displayed in either
kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds per
square inch (psi). If the pressure is
low, the value for that tire is shown in
amber. See Tire Pressure Monitor
System 0281 and
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0282.
Fuel Economy : Displays average fuel
economy, the best fuel economy over
the selected distance, and a bar graph
showing instantaneous fuel economy.
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Average Speed :Displays the average
vehicle speed of the vehicle in
kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles
per hour (mph). This average is based
on the various vehicle speeds recorded
since the last reset. Reset the average
speed by pressing the thumbwheel
while this display is active to show a
confirmation window to select yes
or no.
Timer : This display can be used as a
timer. To start the timer, press the
thumbwheel while this display is
active. The display will show the
amount of time that has passed since
the timer was last reset. To stop the
timer, press the thumbwheel briefly
while this display is active and the
timer is running.
Press the thumbwheel while this
display is active to reset the timer.
Follow Distance/Gap Setting : When
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is not
engaged, the current follow time to
the vehicle ahead is displayed as a
time value on this page. When ACC
has been engaged, the display switches to the gap setting page. This
page shows the current gap setting
along with the vehicle ahead telltale.
Driver Assistance :
If equipped,
shows information for Lane Keep
Assist (LKA) and Forward Collision
Alert (FCA).
Battery Voltage : Shows the current
battery voltage.
Coolant Temperature : Shows the
engine coolant temperature in either
degrees Celsius (°C) or degrees
Fahrenheit (°F).
Oil Temperature : Shows the engine
oil temperature in either degrees
Celsius (°C) or degrees Fahrenheit (°F).
Engine Hours (Hourmeter) : Shows
the total number of hours the engine
has run. The display also shows the
engine idle hours.
Engine Boost : Displays engine
manifold pressure relative to ambient
air pressure. It will display boost
pressure generated by the
turbocharging system. Transmission Fluid Temperature :
Shows the temperature of the
automatic transmission fluid in either
degrees Celsius (°C) or degrees
Fahrenheit (°F).
Info Page Options :
Scroll to choose
which info pages appear on the DIC.
Press the thumbwheel to select or
deselect.
Blank Page : Allows for no
information to be displayed in the
cluster info display areas.
Head-Up Display (HUD)
{Warning
If the HUD image is too bright or
too high in your field of view, it
may take you more time to see
things you need to see when it is
dark outside. Be sure to keep the
HUD image dim and placed low in
your field of view.
If equipped with HUD, some
information concerning the operation
of the vehicle is projected onto the
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Active Fuel Management
The vehicle’s engine may be equipped
with Active Fuel Management, which
allows the engine to operate on either
all of its cylinders, or in reduced
cylinder operation, depending on the
driving conditions.
When less power is required, such as
cruising at a constant vehicle speed,
the system will operate in reduced
operation mode, allowing the vehicle
to achieve better fuel economy. When
greater power demands are required,
such as accelerating from a stop,
passing, or merging onto a highway,
the system will maintain full-cylinder
operation.
If the vehicle has an Active Fuel
Management indicator, see Driver
Information Center (DIC) for more
information on using this display.
Extended Parking
It is best not to park with the vehicle
running. If the vehicle is left running,
be sure it will not move and there is
adequate ventilation.
SeeShifting Into Park 0169 and
Engine Exhaust 0172.
If the vehicle is left parked and
running with the remote key outside
the vehicle, it will continue to run for
up to 15 minutes.
If the vehicle is left parked and
running with the remote key inside
the vehicle, it will continue to run for
up to 30 minutes.
The vehicle could turn off sooner if it
is parked on a hill, due to lack of
available fuel.
The timer will reset if the vehicle is
taken out of P (Park) while it is
running.
Engine Exhaust
{Warning
Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide (CO), which cannot be
seen or smelled. Exposure to CO
can cause unconsciousness and
even death.
Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: . The vehicle idles in areas with
poor ventilation (parking
garages, tunnels, deep snow
that may block underbody
airflow or tail pipes).
. The exhaust smells or sounds
strange or different.
. The exhaust system leaks due
to corrosion or damage.
. The vehicle exhaust system
has been modified, damaged,
or improperly repaired.
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To turn off only TCS, press and
release
g. The traction off lighti
displays in the instrument cluster.
A DIC message may display.
To turn TCS on again, press and
release
g. The traction off lighti
displayed in the instrument cluster
will turn off.
If TCS is limiting wheel spin when
g
is pressed, the system will not turn off
until the wheels stop spinning.
To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak/
ESC, press and hold
guntil the
traction off light
iand StabiliTrak/
ESC OFF light
gcome on and stay on
in the instrument cluster. A DIC
message may display.
To turn TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC on
again, press and release
g. The
traction off light
iand StabiliTrak/
ESC OFF light
gin the instrument
cluster turn off.
Adding accessories can affect the
vehicle's performance. See Accessories
and Modifications 0240.
Driver Mode Control
Driver Mode Control (DMC) adds a
sportier feel, provides a more
comfortable ride, or assists in different
weather conditions or terrains. This
system simultaneously changes the
software settings of various
sub-systems to optimize driving
performance. Depending on the option
package, available features, and mode
selection; the Exhaust, Suspension,
Transfer-Case, Steering, Brakes and
Powertrain will change settings to
achieve the desired mode
characteristics. If the vehicle is
equipped with Magnetic Ride Control,
selecting the various Driver Modes
adjusts the ride of the vehicle to
enhance the ride performance for the
road conditions and the
selected mode.
Driver Mode Control has multiple
modes: My Mode, Tour, Sport, Snow/
Ice, Track and V-Mode. The Track
Mode and V-Mode are for V-Series
models only. Tour, Sport, Snow/Ice,
and Track are four modes that have preset vehicle settings for use in
different driving conditions. For
further detail see
“Mode Description ”.
My Mode and V-Mode are two modes
which can be customized by the
driver. In these two modes, vehicle
settings are configured to enhance
and personalize the driving
experience. See “Drive Mode
Customization ”for further details on
available customizations.
Mode Activation
Driver Mode Control Switch
To activate My Mode, Tour, Sport,
Snow/Ice, and Track Mode, press (up
arrow) or (down arrow) on the MODE
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Caution
Failure to use the recommended
engine oil or equivalent can result
in engine damage not covered by
the vehicle warranty.
Viscosity Grade
For the 2.0L L4 Turbo (LSY) engine,
use SAE 0W-20 viscosity grade
engine oil.
For the 3.0L V6 Twin Turbo (LGY)
engine, use SAE 5W-30 viscosity grade
engine oil. Cold Temperature
Operation: In an area of extreme cold,
where the temperature falls below
−29 °C (−20 °F), an SAE 0W-30 oil may
be used. An oil of this viscosity grade
will provide easier cold starting for the
engine at extremely low temperatures.
When selecting an oil of the
appropriate viscosity grade, it is
recommended to select an oil of the
correct specification. See
“Specification ”earlier in this section.
Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil
Flushes
Do not add anything to the oil. The
recommended oils meeting the dexos1
specification are all that is needed for
good performance and engine
protection.
Engine oil system flushes are not
recommended and could cause engine
damage not covered by the vehicle
warranty.
What to Do with Used Oil
Used engine oil contains certain
elements that can be unhealthy for
your skin and could even cause
cancer. Do not let used oil stay on
your skin for very long. Clean your
skin and nails with soap and water,
or a good hand cleaner. Wash or
properly dispose of clothing or rags
containing used engine oil. See the
manufacturer's warnings about the
use and disposal of oil products.
Used oil can be a threat to the
environment. If you change your own
oil, be sure to drain all the oil from
the filter before disposal. Never
dispose of oil by putting it in the trash or pouring it on the ground, into
sewers, or into streams or bodies of
water. Recycle it by taking it to a place
that collects used oil.
Engine Oil Life System
When to Change Engine Oil
This vehicle has a computer system
that indicates when to change the
engine oil and filter. This is based on a
combination of factors which include
engine revolutions, engine
temperature, and miles driven. Based
on driving conditions, the mileage at
which an oil change is indicated can
vary considerably. For the oil life
system to work properly, the system
must be reset every time the oil is
changed.
When the system has calculated that
oil life has been diminished, it
indicates that an oil change is
necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE OIL
SOON message comes on. Change the
oil as soon as possible within the next
1 000 km (600 mi). It is possible that,
if driving under the best conditions,
the oil life system might indicate that
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an oil change is not necessary for up
to a year. The engine oil and filter
must be changed at least once a year
and at this time the system must be
reset. Your dealer has trained service
people who will perform this work and
reset the system. It is also important
to check the oil regularly over the
course of an oil drain interval and
keep it at the proper level.
If the system is ever reset accidentally,
the oil must be changed at 5 000 km
(3,000 mi) since the last oil change.
Remember to reset the oil life system
whenever the oil is changed.
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life
System
Reset the system whenever the engine
oil is changed so that the system can
calculate the next engine oil change.
To reset the system:1. Using the DIC buttons, display REMAINING OIL LIFE on the
DIC. See Driver Information Center
(DIC) 0117. 2. Press and hold the thumbwheel
to clear the CHANGE ENGINE
OIL SOON message and reset the
oil life at 100%.
Be careful not to reset the oil life
display accidentally at any time
other than after the oil is
changed. It cannot be reset
accurately until the next oil
change.
The oil life system can also be reset as
follows: 1. Using the DIC buttons, display REMAINING OIL LIFE on the
DIC. See Driver Information Center
(DIC) 0117.
2. Fully press and release the accelerator pedal three times
within five seconds.
If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL
SOON message is not on, the
system is reset.
The system is reset when the
CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message
is off. If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
message comes back on when the
vehicle is started, the engine oil life
system has not been reset. Repeat the
procedure.
Automatic Transmission
Fluid
How to Check Automatic
Transmission Fluid
It is not necessary to check the
transmission fluid level.
A transmission fluid leak is the only
reason for fluid loss. If a leak occurs,
take the vehicle to your dealer and
have it repaired as soon as possible.
The vehicle is not equipped with a
transmission fluid level dipstick.
There is a special procedure for
checking and changing the
transmission fluid. Because this
procedure is difficult, this should be
done at the dealer. Contact your dealer
for additional information.
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Caution
Do not apply tape or hang any
objects from gas struts. Also do not
push down or pull on gas struts.
This may cause damage to the
vehicle.
See Maintenance Schedule 0308.
Hood
Trunk
Liftgate
Headlamp Aiming
Front Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp aim has been preset and
should need no further adjustment.
If the vehicle is damaged in a crash,
the headlamp aim may be affected.
If adjustment to the headlamps is
necessary, see your dealer.