
Running Out of Fuel
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Refueling - Excluding: Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) ............................................
131
Refueling - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) ........................................................................\
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133
Fuel Consumption .......................................
136
Engine Emission Control
Emission Law ................................................
138
Catalytic Converter .....................................
139
High Voltage Battery
General Information ...................................
142
Transmission
Automatic Transmission ...........................
143
All-Wheel Drive
Using All-Wheel Drive ................................
145
Brakes
General Information ...................................
152
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes ........................................................................\
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153
Electric Parking Brake ................................
153
Hill Start Assist .............................................
155
Traction Control
Principle of Operation ................................
157
Using Traction Control ...............................
157
Stability Control
Principle of Operation ................................
158
Using Stability Control ..............................
159
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation ...............................
160
Rear Parking Aid ..........................................
160
Rear View Camera .......................................
162Cruise Control
About Cruise Control
.................................
166
Switching Cruise Control On and Off ........................................................................\
166
Setting the Cruise Control Speed .........
166
Canceling the Set Speed ..........................
167
Resuming the Set Speed ..........................
167
Cruise Control Indicators ..........................
167
Driving Aids
Blind Spot Information System .............
168
Cross Traffic Alert .........................................
172
Steering ............................................................
175
Pre-Collision Assist .....................................
175
Drive Mode Control
About Drive Mode Control ........................
179
Selecting a Drive Mode ..............................
179
Drive Modes ...................................................
179
Load Carrying
Load Limit .......................................................
181
Towing
Towing a Trailer ............................................
186
Recommended Towing Weights ............
187
Essential Towing Checks ..........................
188
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels ......
190
Driving Hints
Breaking-In ......................................................
191
Reduced Engine Performance .................
191
Economical Driving ......................................
191
Cold Weather Precautions .......................
192
Driving Through Water ...............................
192
Floor Mats ......................................................
193
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance ..................................
194
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While the vehicle is running and in Park (P),
press and release the button located on
the center of the instrument panel.
Activating the feature will turn on the
Police Perimeter Alert System display in
the instrument cluster.
Note:
When the feature is active an icon
will display on the instrument cluster.
Police Perimeter Alert Settings
Note: When the Police Idle feature is active,
windows will not automatically roll up.
Note: When window or door locking is
active, corresponding icons will display in
the instrument cluster.
Note: When Low mode is active, window
or door locking setting is not available.
The Police Perimeter Alert system has
three range settings Low, Medium or High
via the menu in the instrument cluster
display. Use the steering wheel controls to
adjust the settings when active.
Object Detection
Note: A pedestrian near large obstructions
such as vehicles or walls may not be
detected until the person moves away from
the obstruction.
Note: Sensor reflections from stationary
objects may cause false objects to briefly
appear on the Police Perimeter Alert System
display.
Note: Sensor obstructions such as; dirt,
mud, precipitation, repair compound,
stickers, graphics, bumper guards, trailers,
or bicycle/cargo racks - in front of the
sensors can cause system sensing
degradation.
The Police Perimeter Alert system uses
sensors located behind the rear bumper
on both sides of your vehicle. The sensors
will perform best if the vehicle is parked in
an open area without large obstructions
or walls nearby. System Error
If the system senses a Police Perimeter
Alert System fault, a warning message will
appear in the information display. See
General Information (page 85).
System Configuration
See your authorized dealer for system
configurations.
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Action
Message
The blind spot information system and cross traffic alert
system sensors are blocked. See Cross Traffic Alert (page 172).
Cross Traffic Not Avail-
able Sensor Blocked See Manual
A system error has occurred. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Cross Traffic System
Fault
The system automatically turns off and displays this messagewhen you connect a trailer to the vehicle that does not have
a trailer blind spot system or when you switch the trailer blind spot system off through the information display. See
Cross
Traffic Alert (page 172).
Cross Traffic Alert Deac-
tivated Trailer Attached
The system automatically turns off and displays this messagewhen you connect a trailer to the vehicle that does not have
a trailer blind spot system or when you switch the trailer blind spot system off through the information display. See
Blind
Spot Information System (page 168).
Blind Spot Alert Deactiv-
ated Trailer Attached
Doors and Locks Action
Message
The driver door is not completely closed.
Driver Door Ajar
The passenger door is not completely closed.
Passenger Door Ajar
The rear left door is not completely closed.
Rear Left Door Ajar
The rear right door is not completely closed.
Rear Right Door Ajar
The liftgate is not completely closed.
Liftgate Ajar
The hood is not completely closed.
Hood Ajar
The system has disabled the door switches.
Switches Inhibited
Security Mode
Displays when the door lock is turned on and you attempt to open the door.
Doors Locked Unlock
Before Opening
Indicates a driver door fault that requires manually opening
the door by the override lever. Contact an authorized dealer.
Driver Door Fault Use
Inside Override Lever In Map Pocket
Indicates a fault with the electronic door system. Contact an authorized dealer.
Door Fault Service
Required
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Trailer (If Equipped)
Action
Message
A correct trailer connection is sensed during a givenignition cycle.
Trailer Connected
A trailer connection becomes disconnected, either
intentionally or unintentionally, and has been sensed during a given ignition cycle.
Trailer Disconnected
The trailer sway control has detected trailer sway.
Trailer Sway Reduce Speed
There are certain faults in your vehicle wiring and trailer
wiring/brake system. See Towing a Trailer (page 186).
Trailer Wiring Fault
There is a fault with your trailer turn lamp. Check yourlamp.
Trailer Left Turn Lamps Fault
Check Lamps
There is a fault with your trailer turn lamp. Check yourlamp.
Trailer Right Turn Lamps Fault
Check Lamps
There is a fault with your trailer battery. See
Towing
a Trailer (page 186).
Trailer Battery Not Charging See
Manual
There is a fault with your vehicle trailer lighting module.See
Towing a Trailer (page 186).
Trailer Lighting Module Fault
See Manual
Transmission Action
Message
You switched the engine off and shift select lever is in anyposition other than park (P).
Shift to Park
Transmission is too cold. Wait for it to warm up before you drive.
Transmission Warming
Up Please Wait
Displays when the brake pedal needs to be depressed.
Press Brake Pedal
The transmission is overheating and needs to cool. Stop in asafe place as soon as it’ s possible.
Transmission Over
Temperature Stop Safely
See an authorized dealer.
Transmission Service
Required
The transmission is overheating and needs to cool. Stop in asafe place as soon as it’ s possible.
Transmission Too Hot
Press Brake
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HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION
(IF EQUIPPED)
This hybrid vehicle combines electric and
gasoline propulsion to provide
breakthrough performance and improved
efficiency. Familiarizing yourself with these
unique characteristics provides an optimal
driving experience from your vehicle.
Starting
When you start your vehicle, a
green READY indicator light
appears in the instrument cluster
and a ready to drive message appears,
letting you know that your vehicle is ready
for driving.
The engine may not start because your
vehicle has a silent key start feature. This
fuel saving feature allows your vehicle to
be ready to drive without requiring the gas
engine to be running. The indicator remains
on when your vehicle is on, whether the
engine is running or not, to indicate your
vehicle is capable of movement using the
electric motor, gas engine or both.
Typically, the engine does not start unless
the vehicle is cold, a climate control
change is requested or you press the
accelerator pedal.
Driving
The gas engine automatically starts and
stops to provide power when needed and
to save fuel when not needed. When
coasting at low speeds, coming to a stop,
or standing, the gas engine normally shuts
down and your vehicle operates in
electric-only mode.
Conditions that may cause the engine to
start up or remain running include:
• Considerable vehicle acceleration.
• Climbing a hill. •
Charge level of high voltage battery is
low.
• High or low outside temperatures in
order to provide system heating or
cooling.
• Engine not warm enough to provide
passenger requested cabin
temperature.
• Towing a trailer.
• Selectable drive modes: Certain
selectable drive modes may cause the
engine to run. See About Drive Mode
Control (page 179).
Stopping
The gas engine may shut off to conserve
fuel as you come to a stop. Restarting your
vehicle is not required. Simply step on the
accelerator when you are ready to drive.
Transmission Operation
The engine and electric motor together
propel the vehicle through the automatic
transmission. This is normal hybrid
operating and helps deliver fuel efficiency
and performance.
Battery
Your hybrid has a high voltage battery. A
cool battery maintains battery life and
provides the best possible performance.
The high voltage battery is cooled by the
vehicle's air conditioning system. When
the air conditioning system is on, you may
notice a slight increase in air temperature
coming from the climate control vents
while the system cools the battery. You
may notice cool air flowing from the vents
when the air conditioning or blower is off.
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Your vehicle is designed to operate on
regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum
pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87 or
regular unleaded gasoline blended with a
maximum of 85% ethanol (E85).
Some fuel stations, particularly those in
high altitude areas, offer fuels posted as
regular unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating below 87. The use of these fuels
could result in engine damage that will not
be covered by the vehicle warranty.
For best overall vehicle and engine
performance, premium fuel with an octane
rating of 91 or higher is recommended. The
performance gained by using premium fuel
is most noticeable in hot weather as well
as other conditions, for example when
towing a trailer. See Towing (page 186).
Do not be concerned if the engine
sometimes knocks lightly. However, if the
engine knocks heavily while using fuel with
the recommended octane rating, contact
an authorized dealer to prevent any engine
damage.
We recommend Top Tier detergent
gasolines, where available to help minimize
engine deposits and maintain optimal
vehicle and engine performance. For
additional information, refer to
www.toptiergas.com.
Note: Use of any fuel for which the vehicle
was not designed can impair the emission
control system, cause loss of vehicle
performance, and cause damage to the
engine which may not be covered by the
vehicle Warranty. Do not use:
•
Diesel fuel.
• Fuels containing kerosene or paraffin.
• Fuels containing more than 85%
ethanol or E100 fuel.
• Fuels containing methanol.
• Fuels containing metallic-based
additives, including manganese-based
compounds.
• Fuels containing the octane booster
additive, methylcyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (MMT).
• Leaded fuel, using leaded fuel is
prohibited by law.
The use of fuels with metallic compounds
such as methylcyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (commonly known
as MMT), which is a manganese-based
fuel additive, will impair engine
performance and affect the emission
control system.
Switching Between E85 and
Gasoline
We do not recommend repeatedly
alternating between E85 and gasoline. If
you switch from using E85 to gasoline, or
from gasoline to E85, add as much fuel as
possible, at least half a tank. Drive your
vehicle immediately for a minimum of 5 mi
(8 km)
to allow it to adapt to the change
in ethanol concentration. If you use E85
exclusively, we recommend that you fill
the fuel tank with regular unleaded
gasoline at each scheduled oil change.
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FUEL QUALITY - GASOLINE
Choosing the Right Fuel
Your vehicle is designed to operate on
regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum
pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.
Some fuel stations, particularly those in
high altitude areas, offer fuels posted as
regular unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating below 87. The use of these fuels
could result in engine damage that will not
be covered by the vehicle warranty.
For best overall vehicle and engine
performance, premium fuel with an octane
rating of 91 or higher is recommended. The
performance gained by using premium fuel
is most noticeable in hot weather as well
as other conditions, for example when
towing a trailer. See Towing (page 186).
Do not be concerned if the engine
sometimes knocks lightly. However, if the
engine knocks heavily while using fuel with
the recommended octane rating, contact
an authorized dealer to prevent any engine
damage.
We recommend Top Tier detergent
gasolines, where available to help minimize
engine deposits and maintain optimal
vehicle and engine performance. For
additional information, refer to
www.toptiergas.com. Note:
Use of any fuel for which the vehicle
was not designed can impair the emission
control system, cause loss of vehicle
performance, and cause damage to the
engine which may not be covered by the
vehicle Warranty.
Do not use:
• Diesel fuel.
• Fuels containing kerosene or paraffin.
• Fuel containing more than 15% ethanol
or E85 fuel.
• Fuels containing methanol.
• Fuels containing metallic-based
additives, including manganese-based
compounds.
• Fuels containing the octane booster
additive, methylcyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (MMT).
• Leaded fuel, using leaded fuel is
prohibited by law.
The use of fuels with metallic compounds
such as methylcyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (commonly known
as MMT), which is a manganese-based
fuel additive, will impair engine
performance and affect the emission
control system.
FUEL QUALITY - HYBRID
ELECTRIC VEHICLE (HEV)
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If it continues to flash or does not
illuminate, the system has malfunctioned.
Have your vehicle checked as soon as
possible.
Note:
You can apply the electric parking
brake when the ignition is off.
Note: The electric parking brake could
automatically apply when you shift into park
(P). See Transmission (page 143).
Applying the Electric Parking Brake in
an Emergency
Note: Do not apply the electric parking
brake when your vehicle is moving, except
in an emergency. If you repeatedly use the
electric parking brake to slow or stop your
vehicle, you could cause damage to the
brake system.
You can use the electric parking brake to
slow or stop your vehicle in an emergency. Pull the switch upward and hold
it.
The red warning lamp
illuminates, a tone sounds and
the stoplamps turn on.
The electric parking brake continues to
slow your vehicle down unless you release
the switch.
Manually Releasing the Electric
Parking Brake
Switch the ignition on.
Press and hold the brake pedal.
Push the switch downward.
The red warning lamp turns off. If it remains illuminated or flashes, the
system has malfunctioned. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Pulling Away on a Hill When Towing a
Trailer
Press and hold the brake pedal.
Pull the switch upward and hold
it.
Shift into gear.
Press the accelerator pedal until engine
has developed sufficient torque to prevent
your vehicle from rolling down the hill. Release the switch and pull
away in a normal manner.
Automatically Releasing the
Electric Parking Brake
Close the driver door.
Shift into gear.
Press the accelerator pedal and pull away
in a normal manner. The red warning lamp turns off.
If it remains illuminated or flashes, the
electric parking brake has not released.
Manually release the parking brake.
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