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Gear Ranges
Do not depress the accelerator pedal when
shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL into another
gear range.
NOTE:
After selecting any gear range, wait a moment
to allow the selected gear to engage before
accelerating. This is especially important when
the engine is cold.
PARK (P)
This range supplements the parking brake by
locking the transmission. The engine can be
started in this range. Never attempt to use
PARK while the vehicle is in motion. Apply the
parking brake when exiting the vehicle in this
range.
When parking on a level surface, you may shift
the transmission into PARK first, and then apply
the parking brake.
When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake
before shifting the transmission to PARK. As an
added precaution, turn the front wheels toward
the curb on a downhill grade and away from the
curb on an uphill grade. When exiting the vehicle, always:Apply the parking brake.
Shift the transmission into PARK.
Turn the ignition OFF.
Remove the key fob from the vehicle.
WARNING!
Never use the PARK position as a substi
-
tute for the parking brake. Always apply the
parking brake fully when exiting the vehicle
to guard against vehicle movement and
possible injury or damage.
Your vehicle could move and injure you and
others if it is not in PARK. Check by trying to
move the transmission gear selector out of
PARK with the brake pedal released. Make
sure the transmission is in PARK before
exiting the vehicle.
The transmission may not engage PARK if
the vehicle is moving. Always bring the
vehicle to a complete stop before shifting to
PARK, and verify that the transmission gear
position indicator solidly indicates PARK (P)
without blinking. Ensure that the vehicle is
completely stopped, and the PARK position
is properly indicated, before exiting the
vehicle.
It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or
NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than
idle speed. If your foot is not firmly pressing
the brake pedal, the vehicle could accel -
erate quickly forward or in reverse. You
could lose control of the vehicle and hit
someone or something. Only shift into gear
when the engine is idling normally and your
foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal.
Unintended movement of a vehicle could
injure those in or near the vehicle. As with
all vehicles, you should never exit a vehicle
while the engine is running. Before exiting a
vehicle, always come to a complete stop,
then apply the parking brake, shift the
transmission into PARK, and turn the igni -
tion OFF. When the ignition is in the OFF
mode, the transmission is locked in PARK,
securing the vehicle against unwanted
movement.
When exiting the vehicle, always make sure
the ignition is in the OFF mode, remove the
key fob from the vehicle, and lock the
vehicle.
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The following indicators should be used to
ensure that you have properly engaged the
transmission into the PARK position:
When shifting into PARK, push the lock
button on the gear selector and firmly move
the selector all the way forward until it stops
and is fully seated.
Look at the transmission gear position
display and verify that it indicates the PARK
position (P), and is not blinking.
With the brake pedal released, verify that the
gear selector will not move out of PARK.
REVERSE (R)
This range is for moving the vehicle backward.
Shift into REVERSE only after the vehicle has
come to a complete stop.
NEUTRAL (N)
Use this range when the vehicle is standing for
prolonged periods with the engine running.
Apply the parking brake and shift the
transmission into PARK if you must exit the
vehicle. DRIVE (D)
This range should be used for most city and
highway driving. It provides the smoothest
upshifts and downshifts, and the best fuel
economy.
Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or
with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Allowing children to be in a vehicle unat
-
tended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be seriously
or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake,
brake pedal or the transmission gear
selector.
Do not leave the key fob in or near the
vehicle (or in a location accessible to chil -
dren), and do not leave the ignition in the
ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
Before moving the transmission gear
selector out of PARK, you must start the
engine, and also press the brake pedal.
Otherwise, damage to the gear selector
could result.
DO NOT race the engine when shifting from
PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range,
as this can damage the drivetrain.
WARNING! (Continued)WARNING!
Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off
the ignition to coast down a hill. These are
unsafe practices that limit your response to
changing traffic or road conditions. You might
lose control of the vehicle and have a
collision.
CAUTION!
Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any
other reason with the transmission in
NEUTRAL can cause severe transmission
damage.
Refer to “Recreational Towing” in “Starting
And Operating” and “Towing A Disabled
Vehicle” in “In Case Of Emergency” for further
information.
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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service.
Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to
prevent damage to your vehicle. Use only tow
bars and other equipment designed for this
purpose, following equipment manufacturer’s
instructions. Use of safety chains is mandatory.
Attach a tow bar or other towing device to main
structural members of the vehicle, not to
bumpers or associated brackets. State and
local laws regarding vehicles under tow must be
observed. If you must use the accessories (wipers,
defrosters, etc.) while being towed, the ignition
must be in the ON/RUN mode, not the ACC
mode.
If the key fob is unavailable, or the vehicle's
battery is discharged, refer to "Manual Park
Release" in this section for instructions on
shifting the transmission out of PARK for
towing.
Towing Condition
Wheels OFF The Ground RWD MODELS AWD MODELS
Flat Tow NONEIf transmission is operable:
• Transmission in NEUTRAL
• 30 mph (48 km/h) max speed
• 30 miles (48 km) max distance NOT ALLOWED
Wheel Lift Or Dolly Tow Front
NOT RECOMMENDED (but, if used,
same limitations as above)NOT ALLOWED
Rear NOT RECOMMENDEDNOT RECOMMENDED, but, if used:
Ignition in ON/RUN mode
Transmission in
NEUTRAL (NOT
in PARK)
Flatbed ALLBEST METHODBEST METHOD
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Doors & Locks
After pressing the Doors & Locks button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available:Steering Directed Lights
OnOff
Flash Lights With Lock OnOff
Setting Name Selectable Options
Setting NameSelectable Options
Auto Door Locks — If EquippedOn Off
Auto Unlock On Exit On Off
Flash Lights With Lock On Off
NOTE:
When this feature is selected, the exterior lights flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the key fob. This feature may be selected with or
without the “Sound Horn With Lock” feature selected.
Sound Horn With Lock Off
1st Press
2nd Press
Sound Horn With Remote Start On Off
1st Press of Key Fob Unlocks All Driver
NOTE:
This feature allows you to program your remote door locks to open “All” doors or only the “Driver” door with the first push of the key fob or grabbing
the Passive Entry door handle.
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Auto-On Comfort Systems — If Equipped
After pressing the Auto-On Comfort Systems button on the touchscreen, the following setting will be available:Passive Entry — If Equipped
On Off
NOTE:
This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle’s door(s) without having to push the key fob lock or unlock buttons. It automatically unlocks the
doors when the outside door handle is grabbed. Personal Settings Linked To Key Fob — If Equipped On
Off
NOTE:
This feature provides automatic recall of all settings stored to a memory location (driver’s seat, exterior mirrors, steering column position and radio
station presets) to enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the vehicle.
The seat returns to the memorized seat location (if Personal Settings Linked To Key Fob is set to On) when the key fob is used to unlock the door.
Setting Name Selectable Options
Setting NameSelectable Options
Auto-On Driver Heated/Vented Seat
& Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped Off
Remote Start All Starts
NOTE:
When this feature is selected, the driver's heated seat and heated steering wheel will automatically turn on when temperatures are below 40°F
(4.4°C). When temperatures are above 80°F (26.7°C) the driver vented seat will turn on.
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Doors & Locks
After pressing the Doors & Locks button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available:
Setting Name Selectable Options
Auto Door Locks — If EquippedOn Off
Auto Unlocks On Exit On Off
NOTE:
When the “Auto Unlocks On Exit” feature is selected, all doors unlock when the vehicle is stopped, the transmission is in the PARK or NEUTRAL position
and the driver's door is opened. Flash Lights With Lock On Off
NOTE:
When the “Flash Lights With Lock” feature is selected, the exterior lights flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the key fob, or when using
the passive entry feature. This feature may be selected with or without the “Sound Horn With Lock” feature selected. Sound Horn With Lock Off1st Press 2nd Press
Sound Horn With Remote Start — If Equipped On
Off
1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks Driver Door All Doors
NOTE:
When "Driver Door" is programmed with 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks, only the driver's door unlocks with the first press of the key fob unlock button.
You must press the key fob unlock button twice to unlock the passengers’ doors. When "All Doors" is selected for 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks, all
doors unlock on the first press of the key fob unlock button.
If the vehicle is programmed 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks “All Doors,” all doors unlock no matter which Passive Entry equipped door handle is
grasped. If 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks “Driver Door” is programmed, only the driver’s door unlocks when the driver’s door is grasped. With Passive
Entry, if 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks “Driver Door” is programmed, touching the handle more than once results in only the driver’s door opening.
If “Driver Door” is selected, once the driver door is opened, the interior door lock/unlock switch can be used to unlock all doors (or use key fob).
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Seats & Comfort — If Equipped
After pressing the Seats & Comfort button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available:Passive Entry — If Equipped
On Off
NOTE:
The “Passive Entry” feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle’s door(s) without having to push the key fob lock or unlock buttons. To make
your selection, press the Passive Entry button on the touchscreen, until a check mark appears next to the setting, showing that the setting has been
selected. Personal Settings Linked To Key Fob — If Equipped On
Off
NOTE:
This feature provides automatic recall of all settings stored to a memory location (driver’s seat, exterior mirrors, power steering column position
and radio station presets) to enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the vehicle.
The seat returns to the memorized seat location (if Personal Settings Linked To Key Fob is set to On) when the key fob is used to unlock the door.
Setting Name Selectable Options
Setting NameSelectable Options
With Vehicle StartOn Off
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Automatic Transmission Limp
Home Mode
............................................ 28, 163AutoPark........................................................ 150Autostick Operation.................................................. 164Aux Mode....................................................... 350Axle Fluid........................... 299, 301, 302, 304Axle Lubrication................. 299, 301, 302, 304
B
Back-Up......................................................... 186Battery.................................................... 84, 251Charging System Light................................. 84Keyless Key Fob Replacement.................... 14Location.................................................... 251Belts, Seat..................................................... 146Blind Spot Monitoring.................................... 100BluetoothConnect Or Disconnect Link Betweenthe Uconnect Phone And Mobile
Phone
................................................... 366Connecting To A Particular Mobile PhoneOr Audio Device After Pairing................361Bluetooth Mode............................................. 351Body Mechanism Lubrication........................ 259B-Pillar Location............................................. 273Brake Assist System........................................ 94Brake Control System...................................... 94Brake Fluid...............266, 299, 301, 302, 304
Brake System...................................... 266, 291Fluid Check.......... 266, 299, 301, 302, 304Master Cylinder........................................ 266Parking..................................................... 154Warning Light.....................................83, 291Brake/Transmission Interlock...................... 160Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle.... 152Brightness, Interior Lights................................ 44Bulb Replacement........................................ 204Bulbs, Light.......................................... 147, 204
C
Camera, Rear................................................ 186Capacities, Fluid.................................. 297, 298Caps, FillerFuel.......................................................... 188Oil (Engine)...................................... 246, 254Radiator (Coolant Pressure)..................... 264Car Washes................................................... 288Carbon Monoxide Warning................... 145, 296CargoVehicle Loading........................................ 189Cellular Phone.............................................. 368Certification Label......................................... 189Chains, Tire.......................................... 284, 285Changing A Flat Tire...................................... 269Chart, Tire Sizing........................................... 270
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light)............................92Checking Your Vehicle For Safety.................. 145Checks, Safety.............................................. 145Child Restraint.............................................. 130Child RestraintsBooster Seats........................................... 133Child Seat Installation............................... 142How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt..... 139Infant And Child Restraints....................... 132Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children................................................ 135Older Children And Child Restraints.......... 132Seating Positions...................................... 134Clean Air Gasoline......................................... 294CleaningWheels...................................................... 283Climate Control................................................47Cold Weather Operation................................ 151Compact Spare Tire...................................... 281Contract, Service........................................... 377Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)............ 264Cooling System............................................. 262Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)...................... 263Coolant Level................................... 262, 265Cooling Capacity.............................. 297, 298Disposal Of Used Coolant......................... 26511
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