Cruise Control
Principle of Operation
...............................203
Using Cruise Control ..................................
203
Using Adaptive Cruise Control ..............
204
Driving Aids
Driver Alert .....................................................
210
Lane Keeping System .................................
212
Blind Spot Information System .............
216
Cross Traffic Alert ........................................
218
Eco .....................................................................
221
Steering ...........................................................
222
Pre-Collision Assist ....................................
223
Load Carrying
Luggage Anchor Points ............................
229
Rear Under Floor Storage ........................
229
Cargo Nets ....................................................
230
Roof Racks and Load Carriers ................
232
Load Limit ......................................................
233
Towing
Towing a Trailer ...........................................
238
Trailer Sway Control ..................................
239
Recommended Towing Weights ..........
239
Essential Towing Checks ..........................
241
Transporting the Vehicle ..........................
244
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels .....
245
Driving Hints
Breaking-In ....................................................
247
Reduced Engine Performance ...............
247
Economical Driving ....................................
247
Cold Weather Precautions ......................
248
Driving Through Water .............................
248
Floor Mats .....................................................
248
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance .................................
250Hazard Flashers
............................................
251
Fuel Shutoff ...................................................
251
Jump Starting the Vehicle .......................
252
Post-Crash Alert System .........................
254
Towing Points ...............................................
254
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need ..............
256
In California (U.S. Only) ............................
257
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only) ....................
258
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only) ......................
259
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada .......................................................
259
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature ........................................................................\
.
261
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only) ........................................................................\
.
261
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only) ........................................................................\
.
261
Fuses
Fuse Box Locations ....................................
263
Fuse Specification Chart .........................
264
Changing a Fuse .........................................
269
Maintenance
General Information ..................................
270
Opening and Closing the Hood .............
270
Under Hood Overview - 1.5L EcoBlue ........................................................................\
.
272
Under Hood Overview - 2.0L Duratec-HE (MI4)/2.0L Flex Fuel ..............................
273
Under Hood Overview - 2.5L, LHD ........
274
Under Hood Overview - 2.5L, RHD .......
275
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.5L EcoBlue ........
276
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L Duratec-HE (MI4)/2.0L Flex Fuel/2.5L ...................
276
Engine Oil Check .........................................
276
Oil Change Indicator Reset ......................
277
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Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap
Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil
Explosive gas
Fan warning
Fasten seatbelt Flammable
Front airbag
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
Hazard flashers
Heated rear window
Windshield defrosting system
Interior luggage compartment
release
Jack
Keep out of reach of children
Lighting control
Low tire pressure warning
Maintain correct fluid level
Note operating instructions
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Cruise control buttons. See Using Cruise Control (page 203).
L
Lighting control.
See Lighting (page 82).
M
INSTRUMENT PANEL - LHD Information display controls.
See General Information (page 98).
A
Instrument cluster.
See Gauges (page 93).
B
Audio and voice control buttons.
C
Audio unit.
See Audio System (page 367).
D
Hazard flasher switch.
See Hazard Flashers (page 251).
E
Wireless accessory charging.
See Wireless Accessory Charging (page 137).
F
Passenger airbag deactivation indicator.
G
Auto-Start-Stop button. See Auto-Start-Stop (page 152). Parking aid button.
See
Parking Aids (page 187).
H
Traction control switch. See
Using Traction Control (page 184). EcoSelect
button.
I
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Climate control. See Climate Control (page 114).
J
Push button ignition switch.
See Push Button Ignition Switch (page 140).
K
Cruise control buttons.
See Using Cruise Control (page 203).
L
Lighting control.
See Lighting (page 82).
M
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The fuel filler door is on the
left-hand side of your vehicle.
A
The fuel filler door is on the
right-hand side of your vehicle.
B
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge
At normal operating temperature, the
needle remains in the center section. If the
needle enters the red section, the engine
is overheating. Stop your vehicle as soon
as it is safe to do so, switch the engine off
and allow it to cool.
Note: The system reduces the engine speed
if you continue to operate the engine at a
high engine speed.
Note: Do not restart the engine until the
cause of overheating has been determined
and resolved.
WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS
The following warning lamps and
indicators alert you to a vehicle condition
that may become serious. Some lamps
illuminate when you start your vehicle to
make sure they work. If any lamps remain
on after starting your vehicle, refer to the
respective system warning lamp for further
information. Note:
Some warning indicators appear in
the information display and operate the
same as a warning lamp but do not
illuminate when you start your vehicle.
Adaptive Cruise Control Indicator It illuminates when you switch
the system on.
It illuminates white when the system is in
standby mode. It illuminates green when
you set the adaptive cruise speed.
Airbag Warning Lamp If it does not illuminate when you
switch the ignition on, continues
to flash or remains on when the
engine is running, this indicates a
malfunction. Have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible.
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning
Lamp If it illuminates when you are
driving, this indicates a
malfunction. Your vehicle
continues to have normal braking without
the anti-lock brake system function. Have
your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Blind Spot Information System
Indicator It illuminates when you switch
the system off. See Blind Spot
Information System (page 216).
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Brake System Warning Lamp
WARNING: Driving your vehicle
with the warning lamp on is dangerous.
A significant decrease in braking
performance may occur. It may take you
longer to stop your vehicle. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Driving extended distances with the
parking brake engaged can cause brake
failure and the risk of personal injury. It illuminates when you engage
the parking brake and the
ignition is on.
If it illuminates when your vehicle
is moving, make sure the parking
brake is disengaged. If the
parking brake is disengaged, this indicates
low brake fluid level or a brake system
fault. Have your vehicle checked as soon
as possible.
Cruise Control Indicator It illuminates when you switch
the system on. See
Using
Cruise Control (page 203).
Direction Indicator It flashes when you switch the
direction indicators on.
Note: An increase in the rate of flashing
warns of a failed indicator bulb.
Engine Coolant Temperature
Warning Lamp It illuminates if the system has
malfunctioned. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as
possible. Engine Warning Lamps Service Engine Soon
If it illuminates when the engine is running
this indicates a malfunction.
If it flashes when you are driving, reduce
the speed of your vehicle immediately.
Avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration
and have your vehicle checked as soon as
possible. Malfunction Indicator Lamp
If it illuminates when the engine is running
this indicates a malfunction. The On Board
Diagnostics system has detected a
malfunction of the vehicle emission control
system.
If it flashes, engine misfire may be
occurring. Increased exhaust gas
temperatures could damage the catalytic
converter or other vehicle components.
Avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration
and have your vehicle checked as soon as
possible.
If both lamps illuminate when the engine
is running, stop your vehicle as soon as it
is safe to do so. Continuing to drive your
vehicle may cause reduced power or the
engine to stop. Switch the ignition off and
attempt to restart the engine. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp It illuminates to remind you to
fasten your seatbelt. See
Seatbelt Reminder
(page 39).
Front Fog Lamp Indicator It illuminates when you switch
the front fog lamps on.
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Menu Item
Audio
Phone
Settings
Submenus
Trip 1 and Trip 2 Menu Item
Trip 1
Trip 2
Reset Individual Values
Configure View
MyView Menu Item
Digital Speedometer
Fuel Economy
Trip/Audio
Eco Coach
Calm Screen
Driver Assist. Menu Item
Traction Control
Blind Spot
Pre-Collision Assist
Traffic Sign Recognition
Lane Keeping System
Driver Alert Menu Item
Wrong Way Alert
Hill Start Assist
Cross Traffic Alert
Eco Coach
Trailer Sway
Cruise Control
Speed Limiter
Rear Parking Aid
Navigation Menu Item
Home
Favorite Destinations
Previous Destinations
Audio Menu Item
Radio
CD
USB device.
Bluetooth device.
Phone Menu Item
All Calls
Incoming Calls
Missed Calls
Outgoing Calls
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Adaptive Cruise Control
Description
Message
The system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible.
Adaptive Cruise Malfunc-
tion
The system is not available. See Using Adaptive Cruise
Control (page 204).
Adaptive Cruise Not
Available
The radar has reduced visibility. See Using Adaptive Cruise
Control
(page 204).
Adaptive Cruise Not
Available Sensor Blocked
See Manual
You have switched normal cruise control on. Adaptive braking
turns off.
Normal Cruise Active
Adaptive Braking Off
The system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible.
Front Sensor Not Aligned
The adaptive cruise has reinstated controls to the driver.
Adaptive Cruise Control
Driver Resume Control
Your vehicle speed is too slow to activate the adaptive cruise.
Adaptive Cruise Control
Speed Too Low To
Activate
Navigation system based speed limit information is not
available. If the message continues to appear, have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Adaptive Cruise Control
Speed Sign Recognition
Not Available
Alarm Description
Message
Displays when the alarm has been triggered due to unauthor-
ized entry.
Vehicle Alarm To Stop
Alarm, Start Vehicle.
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