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Vehicles  equipped  with  the  Anti-Lock  Brake
System  (ABS)  are  also  equipped  with  Electronic
Brake Force Distribution (EBD). In the event of an
EBD failure, the Brake Warning Light will turn on
along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair to the
ABS system is required.
Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be
checked by turning the  ignition  switch  from
the  OFF  position  to  the  ON/RUN  position.
The light should illuminate for approximately
four seconds. The  light should  then turn off
unless the parking brake is applied or a brake
fault is detected. If the light does not illumi-
nate,  have  the  light  inspected  by  an  autho -
rized dealer.
The light  also will  turn on  when the  parking
brake  is  applied  with  the  ignition  switch  in
the ON/RUN position.
NOTE:
This light shows only that the parking brake
is  applied.  It  does  not  show  the  degree  of
brake application.
 — Battery Charge Warning Light 
This warning light will illuminate when the battery
is  not  charging  properly.  If  it  stays  on  while  the
engine  is  running,  there  may  be  a  malfunction with  the  charging  system.  Contact  an  authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
This  indicates  a  possible  problem  with  the
electrical system or a related component.
 — Door Open Warning Light  
This indicator will illuminate when a door is
ajar/open or not fully closed.
NOTE:
If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a
single chime.
 — Electric Power Steering Fault Warning 
Light
This warning light will turn on when there's a
fault with the Electric Power Steering (EPS)
system. Refer to “Electric Power Steering” in
“Starting  And  Operating”  in  the  Owner’s
Manual for further information.
 — Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) 
Warning Light 
This warning light will illuminate to indicate
a  problem  with  the  Electronic  Throttle
Control  (ETC)  system.  If  a  problem  is
detected  while  the  vehicle  is  running,  the
light will either stay on or flash depending on
the nature of the problem. Cycle the ignition
when  the  vehicle  is  safely  and  completely
stopped  and  the  transmission  is  placed  in
the PARK (P) position. The light should turn
off.  If  the  light  remains  on  with  the  vehicle
running,  your  vehicle  will  usually  be  drive -
able;  however,  see  an  authorized  dealer  for
service as soon as possible.
NOTE:
This light may turn on if the accelerator and
brake pedals are pressed at the same time.
If the light continues to flash when the vehicle is
running,  immediate  service  is  required  and  you
may  experience  reduced  performance,  an
elevated/rough  idle,  or  engine  stall  and  your
vehicle may require towing. The light will come on
when  the  ignition  is  placed  in  the  ON/RUN  or
ACC/ON/RUN position and remain on briefly as a
bulb check. If the light does not come on during
starting,  have  the  system  checked  by  an
authorized dealer.
 WARNING!
Continued  operation  with  reduced  assist
could  pose  a  safety  risk  to  yourself  and
others. Service should be obtained as soon
as possible.
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 — Engine Coolant Temperature Warning 
Light 
This  warning  light  warns  of  an  overheated
engine  condition.  If  the  engine  coolant
temperature  is  too  high,  this  indicator  will
illuminate  and  a  single chime will sound. If
the  temperature  reaches  the  upper  limit,  a
continuous  chime  will  sound  for  four
minutes  or  until  the  engine  is  able  to  cool;
whichever comes first.
If the light turns on while driving, safely pull
over and stop  the vehicle.  If  the A/C  system
is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission
into  Park  and  allow  the  vehicle  to  sit  idle
(propulsion  system  active).  If  the  tempera -
ture reading  does not  return to normal,  turn
the  engine  off  immediately  and  call  for
service.
Refer  to  “If  Your  Engine  Overheats”  in  “In
Case Of Emergency” for further information.
 — Hood Open Warning Light
This indicator will illuminate when the hood
is ajar/open or not fully closed.
NOTE:
If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a
single chime.
 — Oil Pressure Warning Light  
This warning light will illuminate to indicate
low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on
while  driving,  stop  the  vehicle,  shut  off  the
engine  as  soon  as  possible,  and  contact  an
authorized  dealer. A  chime will sound when
this light turns on.
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is
corrected.  This  light  does  not  indicate  how
much oil is in the engine. The engine oil level
must be checked under the hood.
 — Oil Temperature Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to indicate
the  engine  oil  temperature  is  high.  If  the
light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle
and shut off the engine as soon as possible.
Wait  for  oil  temperature  to  return  to  normal
levels.
 — Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light 
This warning light indicates when the driver
or  passenger  seat  belt  is  unbuckled.  When
the ignition is first placed in the ON/RUN or
ACC/ON/RUN  position  and  if  the  driver’s
seat  belt  is  unbuckled,  a  chime  will  sound
and  the  light  will  turn  on.  When  driving,  if the  driver  or  front  passenger  seat  belt
remains unbuckled, the Seat Belt Reminder
Light  will  flash  or  remain  on  continuously
and a chime will sound.
Refer  to  “Occupant  Restraint  Systems”  in
“Safety” for further information.
 — Rear Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light 
— If Equipped 
This  light  indicates  when  a  rear  seat  belt  is
unbuckled in the second row. When the igni -
tion  is  first  placed  in  the  ON/RUN  or  ACC/
ON/RUN  position,  and  if  a  seat  belt  in  the
second  row  is  unbuckled,  a  light  corre -
sponding to the  specific seat will turn on in
the  upper  right  portion  of  the  instrument
cluster  display,  momentarily  replacing  the
configurable corner information. If a second
row seat belt that was buckled at the start of
the  trip  is  unbuckled,  the  Rear  Seat  Belt
Reminder Light will change from green to red
and a single chime will sound.
Refer  to  “Occupant  Restraint  Systems”  in
“Safety” for further information.
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 — Swing Gate Open Warning Light  
This  warning  light  will  illuminate  when  the
swing gate is open.
NOTE:
If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a
single chime.
 — Transmission Temperature Warning 
Light — If Equipped
This  warning light  will  illuminate to  warn  of
a  high  transmission  fluid  temperature.  This
may  occur  with  strenuous  usage  such  as
trailer towing. If this light turns on, stop the
vehicle  and  shift  the  transmission  into  Park
and  allow  the  vehicle  to  sit  idle  (propulsion
system active), until the light turns off. Once
the light turns off, you may continue to drive
normally.
 — Vehicle Security Warning Light — If 
Equipped  
This light will flash at a fast rate for approxi -
mately 15 seconds when the vehicle security
alarm  is  arming,  and  then  will  flash  slowly
until the vehicle is disarmed.
Yellow Warning Lights
 — Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Warning Light 
This  warning  light  monitors  the  Anti-Lock
Brake  System  (ABS).  The  light  will  turn  on
when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or
ACC/ON/RUN position and may stay on for as
long as four seconds.
If the ABS light remains on or turns on while
driving,  then  the  Anti-Lock  portion  of  the
brake  system  is  not  functioning  and  service
is required as soon as possible. However, the conventional  brake  system  will  continue  to
operate  normally,  assuming  the  Brake
Warning Light is not also on.
If  the  ABS  light  does  not  turn  on  when  the
ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/
RUN  position,  have  the  brake  system
inspected by an authorized dealer.
 — Electronic Stability Control (ESC) 
Active Warning Light — If Equipped
This  warning  light  will  indicate  when  the
Electronic Stability Control system is Active.
The “ESC Indicator Light” in the instrument
cluster  will  come  on  when  the  ignition  is
placed in the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/RUN posi -
tion, and when ESC is activated. It should go
out  with  the  engine  running.  If  the  “ESC
Indicator Light” comes on continuously with
the engine running, a  malfunction has been
detected in  the ESC  system.  If  this  warning
light remains on after several ignition cycles,
and the vehicle has been driven several miles
(kilometers)  at  speeds  greater  than  30 mph
(48 km/h), see an authorized dealer as soon
as  possible  to  have  the  problem  diagnosed
and corrected.
 WARNING!
If you continue operating the vehicle when
the  Transmission  Temperature  Warning
Light  is  illuminated  you  could  cause  the
fluid to boil over, come in contact with hot
engine or exhaust components and cause a
fire.
 CAUTION!
Continuous  driving  with  the  Transmission
Temperature  Warning  Light  illuminated
will  eventually  cause  severe  transmission
damage or transmission failure.
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The  “ESC  OFF  Indicator  Light”  and  the
“ESC  Indicator  Light”  come  on  momen-
tarily  each  time  the  ignition  is  placed  in
the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/RUN position.
The  ESC  system  will  make  buzzing  or
clicking  sounds  when  it  is  active.  This  is
normal;  the  sounds  will  stop  when  ESC
becomes inactive.
This light will come on when the vehicle is
in an ESC event.
 — Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF 
Warning Light — If Equipped 
This  warning  light  indicates  the  Electronic
Stability Control (ESC) is off.
Each time the ignition is turned to ON/RUN
or ACC/ON/RUN, the ESC system will be on,
even if it was turned off previously.
 — Loose Fuel Filler Cap Warning Light — 
If Equipped
This  warning  light  will  illuminate  when  the
fuel  filler  cap  is  loose.  Properly  close  the
filler  cap  to  disengage  the  light.  If  the  light
does  not  turn  off,  please  see  an  authorized
dealer.
 — Low Fuel Warning Light
When  the  fuel  level  reaches  approximately
2.0 gal  (7.5  L), this light  will turn on and a
chime  will  sound.  The  light  will  remain  on
until fuel is added.
 — Low Washer Fluid Warning Light — If 
Equipped
This  warning  light  will  illuminate  when  the
windshield washer fluid is low.
 — Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator 
Warning Light (MIL) 
The  Engine  Check/Malfunction  Indicator
Light  (MIL)  is  a  part  of  an  Onboard  Diag -
nostic  System  called  OBD  II  that  monitors
engine  and  automatic  transmission  control
systems.  This  warning  light  will  illuminate
when the ignition is in the ON/RUN position
before  engine  start.  If  the  bulb  does  not
come  on  when  turning  the  ignition  switch
from  OFF  to  ON/RUN,  have  the  condition
checked promptly. Certain  conditions,  such  as  a  loose  or
missing gas cap, poor quality fuel, etc., may
illuminate  the  light  after  engine  start.  The
vehicle  should  be  serviced  if  the  light  stays
on  through  several  typical  driving  styles.  In
most  situations,  the  vehicle  will  drive
normally and will not require towing.
When  the  engine  is  running,  the  MIL  may
flash  to  alert  serious  conditions  that  could
lead  to  immediate  loss  of  power  or  severe
catalytic  converter  damage.  The  vehicle
should  be  serviced  by  an  authorized  dealer
as soon as possible if this occurs. WARNING!
A  malfunctioning  catalytic  converter,  as
referenced  above,  can  reach  higher
temperatures  than  in  normal  operating
conditions.  This  can  cause  a  fire  if  you
drive  slowly  or  park  over  flammable
substances  such  as  dry  plants,  wood,
cardboard,  etc.  This  could  result  in  death
or serious injury to the driver, occupants or
others.
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Yellow Indicator Lights/   — 4WD Indicator Light — If Equipped
This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is
in  the  four-wheel  drive  mode,  and  the  front
and rear driveshafts are mechanically locked
together forcing the front and rear wheels to
rotate at the same speed.
/   — 4WD Low Indicator Light — If 
Equipped
This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is
in the four-wheel drive LOW mode. The front
and rear driveshafts are mechanically locked
together forcing the front and rear wheels to
rotate at the same speed. Low range provides
a  greater  gear  reduction  ratio  to  provide
increased torque at the wheels.
/   — 4WD Part Time Indicator Light — 
If Equipped
This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is
in  the four-wheel drive part  time  mode,  and
the  front  and  rear  driveshafts  are  mechani -
cally  locked  together  forcing  the  front  and
rear wheels to rotate at the same speed.
 — Active Speed Limiter Fault Indicator 
Light — If Equipped
This  warning  light  will  illuminate  to  signal
when there is a fault detected with the Active
Speed Limiter.
 — Axle Locker Fault Indicator Light
This  light  indicates  when  the  front  and/or
rear axle locker fault has been detected.
 — Forward Collision Warning Off 
Indicator Light — If Equipped
This  indicator  light  illuminates  to  indicate
that Forward Collision Warning is off.
 — Front And Rear Axle Lock Indicator 
Light
This  light  indicates  when  the  front,  rear,  or
both axles have been locked. The telltale will
display  the  lock  icon  on  the  front  and  rear
axles to indicate the current lock status.
/   — Neutral Indicator Light — If 
Equipped
This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is
in the neutral mode.
 — Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light
This  light  indicates  when  the  rear  axle  lock
has been activated.
 — Rear Fog Indicator — If Equipped  
This indicator  light will illuminate when  the
rear fog lights are on.
 — Service Adaptive Cruise Control 
Warning Light — If Equipped
This  light  will  turn  on  when  a  ACC  is  not
operating and needs service. Refer to “Adap -
tive  Cruise  Control  (ACC)”  in  “Starting  And
Operating” for further information.
 — Sway Bar Indicator Light — If 
Equipped
This indicator  light will illuminate when  the
front sway bar is disconnected.
 — Wait To Start Light — If Equipped
This indicator light will illuminate for approx -
imately  two  seconds  when  the  ignition  is
turned to the RUN position. Its duration may
be  longer  based  on  colder  operating  condi -
tions. Vehicle will not initiate start until tell -
tale is no longer displayed.
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SAFETY
SAFETY FEATURES
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) 
The Anti-Lock  Brake System (ABS) provides
increased  vehicle stability  and brake  perfor-
mance  under  most  braking  conditions.  The
system  automatically  prevents  wheel  lock,
and enhances vehicle control during braking.
The  ABS  performs  a  self-check  cycle  to
ensure that the ABS is working properly each
time the vehicle is started and driven. During
this  self-check,  you  may  hear  a  slight
clicking sound as well as some related motor
noises.
ABS  is  activated  during  braking  when  the
system detects  one or more  wheels begin to
lock.  Road  conditions  such  as  ice,  snow,
gravel,  bumps,  railroad  tracks,  loose  debris,
or panic stops may increase the likelihood of
ABS activation(s). You also may experience the following when
ABS activates:
The  ABS  motor  noise  (it  may  continue  to
run for a short time after the stop)
The clicking sound of solenoid valves
Brake pedal pulsations
A slight drop of the brake pedal at the end
of the stop
These are all normal characteristics of ABS.
ABS is designed to function with the Original
Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) tires. Modi-
fication  may  result  in  degraded  ABS  perfor -
mance.
Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light
The yellow “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light”
will turn on when the ignition is placed in the
ON/RUN  mode  and  may  stay  on  for  as  long
as four seconds.
 WARNING!
The  ABS  contains  sophisticated  electronic
equipment  that may  be  susceptible  to  inter -
ference  caused  by  improperly  installed  or
high  output  radio  transmitting  equipment.
This  interference  can  cause  possible  loss  of
anti-lock  braking  capability.  Installation  of
such  equipment  should  be  performed  by
qualified professionals.
Pumping  of  the  Anti-Lock  Brakes  will
diminish  their  effectiveness  and  may
lead  to  a  collision.  Pumping  makes  the
stopping  distance  longer.  Just  press
firmly  on  your  brake  pedal  when  you
need to slow down or stop.
The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws
of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor
can  it  increase  braking  or  steering  effi -
ciency  beyond  that  afforded  by  the
condition of the vehicle brakes and tires
or the traction afforded.
The  ABS  cannot  prevent  collisions,
including those resulting from excessive
speed in turns, following another vehicle
too closely, or hydroplaning.
The  capabilities  of  an  ABS  equipped
vehicle  must  never  be  exploited  in  a
reckless or dangerous manner that could
jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety
of others.
 WARNING! (Continued)
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If  the  “Anti-Lock  Brake  Warning  Light”
remains on or comes on while driving, it indi-
cates  that the anti-lock  portion of the brake
system is not functioning and that service is
required.  However,  the  conventional  brake
system  will  continue  to  operate  normally  if
the “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light” is on.
If the “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light” is on,
the brake system should be serviced as soon
as  possible  to  restore  the  benefits  of
anti-lock  brakes.  If  the  “Anti-Lock  Brake
Warning  Light”  does  not  come  on  when  the
ignition is placed in the ON/RUN mode, have
the light repaired as soon as possible.
Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System 
Your  vehicle  is  equipped  with  an  advanced
Electronic  Brake  Control  (EBC)  system.  This
system includes Electronic Brake Force  Distri -
bution  (EBD),  Anti-Lock  Brake  System  (ABS),
Brake  Assist  System  (BAS),  Hill  Start  Assist
(HSA),  Traction  Control  System  (TCS),  Elec-
tronic  Stability  Control  (ESC),  and  Electronic
Roll  Mitigation  (ERM).  These  systems  work
together  to  enhance  both  vehicle  stability  and
control in various driving conditions.
 Your  vehicle  may  also  be  equipped  with
Trailer  Sway  Control  (TSC),  Ready  Alert
Braking  (RAB),  Rain  Brake  Support  (RBS),
and Hill Descent Control (HDC).
Brake System Warning Light
The  red  “Brake  System  Warning  Light”  will
turn  on  when  the  ignition  is  placed  in  the
ON/RUN  mode  and  may  stay  on  for  as  long
as four seconds.
If  the  “Brake  System  Warning  Light”
remains on or comes on while driving, it indi
-
cates  that  the  brake  system  is  not  func -
tioning  properly  and  that  immediate  service
is  required.  If  the  “Brake  System  Warning
Light” does not come on when the ignition is
placed in the ON/RUN mode, have  the light
repaired as soon as possible.
Brake Assist System (BAS) 
The  Brake  Assist  System  (BAS)  is  designed
to  optimize  the  vehicle’s  braking  capability
during  emergency  braking  maneuvers.  The
system detects an  emergency  braking situa -
tion by sensing the rate and amount of brake
application and then applies optimum pres -
sure  to  the  brakes.  This  can  help  reduce
braking  distances.  The  BAS  complements
the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). Applying the  brakes  very  quickly  results  in  the  best
BAS assistance. To receive the benefit of the
system,  you  must  apply  continuous  braking
pressure  during  the  stopping  sequence,  (do
not “pump” the brakes). Do not reduce brake
pedal  pressure  unless  braking  is  no  longer
desired.  Once  the  brake  pedal  is  released,
the BAS is deactivated.
 WARNING!
The  Brake  Assist  System  (BAS)  cannot
prevent  the  natural  laws  of  physics  from
acting  on  the  vehicle,  nor  can  it  increase
the  traction  afforded  by  prevailing  road
conditions. BAS cannot  prevent collisions,
including  those  resulting  from  excessive
speed  in  turns,  driving  on  very  slippery
surfaces, or hydroplaning. The capabilities
of  a  BAS-equipped  vehicle  must  never  be
exploited  in  a  reckless  or  dangerous
manner,  which could  jeopardize  the  user's
safety or the safety of others.
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Full Off — If Equipped
The “Full Off” mode is intended for off-highway or
off-road use only  and should  not  be  used  on any
public  roadways.  In  this  mode,  TCS  and  ESC
features  are  turned  off.  To  enter  the  “Full  Off”
mode,  push  and  hold  the  “ESC  OFF”  switch  for
five seconds while the vehicle is stopped with the
engine  running.  After  five  seconds,  a  chime  will
sound, the “ESC OFF Indicator Light” will illumi-
nate, and the “ESC OFF” message will display in
the  instrument  cluster.  To  turn  ESC  On  again,
momentarily push the “ESC OFF” switch.
 NOTE:
System  may  switch  from  ESC  “Full  Off”  to
“Partial  Off”  mode  when  vehicle  exceeds  a
predetermined  speed.  When  the  vehicle
speed slows below the predetermined speed
the system will return to ESC “Full Off”.
ESC  modes  may  also  be  affected  by  drive
modes (if equipped).
ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light 
And ESC OFF Indicator Light 
The  “ESC  Activation/Malfunction
Indicator  Light”  in  the  instrument
cluster  will  come  on  when  the  igni
-
tion is turned to the “ESC On” mode.
It should go out with the engine running. If the
“ESC  Activation/Malfunction  Indicator  Light”
comes  on  continuously  with  the  engine
running,  a  malfunction  has  been  detected  in
the  ESC  system.  If  this  light  remains  on  after
several  ignition  cycles,  and  the  vehicle  has
been  driven  several  miles  (km)  at  speeds
greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see an autho -
rized  dealer  as  soon  as  possible  to  have  the
problem diagnosed and corrected.
 WARNING!
When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS func -
tionality of ESC, (except for the limited slip
feature described in the TCS section), has
been  disabled  and  the  “ESC  Off  Indicator
Light”  will  be  illuminated.  When  in
“Partial  Off”  mode,  the  engine  power
reduction  feature  of  TCS  is  disabled,  and
the  enhanced  vehicle  stability  offered  by
the ESC system is reduced.
Trailer  Sway  control  (TSC)  is  disabled
when  the  ESC  system  is  in  the  “Partial
Off” mode.
 WARNING!
In  the ESC  “Full Off” mode, the  engine
torque  reduction  and  stability  features
are  disabled.  Therefore,  enhanced
vehicle  stability  offered  by  the  ESC
system  is  unavailable.  In  an  emergency
evasive  maneuver,  the  ESC  system  will
not  engage  to  assist  in  maintaining
stability.  ESC  “Full  Off”  mode  is
intended  for  off-highway  or  off-road  use
only.
The  Electronic  Stability  Control  (ESC)
cannot  prevent  the  natural  laws  of
physics  from  acting  on  the  vehicle,  nor
can  it  increase  the  traction  afforded  by
prevailing  road  conditions.  ESC  cannot
prevent  all  accidents,  including  those
resulting from  excessive speed  in  turns,
driving  on  very  slippery  surfaces,  or
hydroplaning.  ESC  also  cannot  prevent
collisions.
 WARNING! (Continued)
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