If you see any corrosion on the battery or
terminals, remove the cables from the
terminals and clean with a wire brush. You
can neutralize the acid with a solution of
baking soda and water.
Because your vehicle
’s engine is
electronically controlled by a computer, some
control conditions are maintained by power
from the battery. When the battery is
disconnected or a new battery is installed,
the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trim
strategy for optimum driveability and
performance. Flexible fuel vehicles (FFV)
must also relearn the ethanol content of the
fuel for optimum driveability and
performance.
To restore the settings, do the following:
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Shift into park (P) or neutral (N).
3. Switch off all accessories.
4. Press the brake pedal and start your vehicle. 5. Run the engine until it reaches normal
operating temperature. While the engine
is warming up, complete the following:
Reset the clock. Reset the power
windows bounce-back feature. See
Windows and Mirrors (page 118). Reset
the radio station presets. See Audio
System (page 460).
6. Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.
7. Drive the vehicle at least 10 mi (16 km) to
completely relearn the idle trim and fuel
trim strategy.
Note: If you do not allow the engine to
relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy, the
idle quality of your vehicle may be adversely
affected until the engine computer
eventually relearns the idle trim and fuel trim
strategy.
Note: For flexible fuel vehicles, if you are
operating on E85, you may experience poor
starts or an inability to start the engine and
driveability problems until the fuel trim and
ethanol content have been relearned. Make sure that you dispose of old batteries
in an environmentally friendly way. Seek
advice from your local authority about
recycling old batteries.
If storing your vehicle for more than 30 days
without recharging the battery, we
recommend that you disconnect the negative
battery cable to maintain battery charge for
quick starting.
Battery Management System
(If Equipped)
The battery management system monitors
battery conditions and takes actions to
extend battery life. If excessive battery drain
is detected, the system temporarily disables
some electrical systems to protect the
battery.
Systems included are:
• Heated rear window.
• Heated seats.
• Climate control.
• Heated steering wheel.
• Audio unit.
• Navigation system.
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A message may appear in the information
displays to alert you that battery protection
actions are active. These messages are only
for notification that an action is taking place,
and not intended to indicate an electrical
problem or that the battery requires
replacement.
After battery replacement, or in some cases
after charging the battery with an external
charger, the battery management system
requires eight hours of vehicle sleep time to
relearn the battery state of charge. During
this time your vehicle must remain fully
locked with the ignition switched off.
Note:
Prior to relearning the battery state of
charge, the battery management system
may temporarily disable some electrical
systems. Electrical Accessory Installation
To make sure the battery management
system works correctly, do not connect an
electrical device ground connection directly
to the battery negative post. This can cause
inaccurate measurements of the battery
condition and potential incorrect system
operation.
Note:
If you add electrical accessories or
components to the vehicle, it may adversely
affect battery performance and durability.
This may also affect the performance of
other electrical systems in the vehicle.
ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS
Vertical Aim Adjustment
The headlamps on your vehicle are properly
aimed at the assembly plant. If your vehicle
has been in an accident, contact an
authorized dealer to check and realign your
headlamps. Headlamp Aiming Target
8 feet (2.4 meters).
A
Center height of lamp to ground.
B
25 feet (7.6 meters).
C
Horizontal reference line.
D
Vertical Aim Adjustment
1. Park your vehicle directly in front of a wall
or screen on a level surface,
approximately 25 ft (7.6 m) away.
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Fuel system
•
Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the fuel
pump nozzle.
Cooling system
• Protect against freezing temperatures.
• When removing your vehicle from
storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm that there are no cooling system
leaks and that fluid is at the
recommended level.
Disconnecting Your 12 Volt Battery
• Check and recharge as necessary. Keep
connections clean.
• If storing your vehicle for more than 30
days without recharging the battery, we
recommend that you disconnect the
battery cables to maintain battery charge
for quick starting.
Note: It is necessary to reset memory
features if you disconnect the battery cables. Plugging in Your HYBRID
We recommend the following options for
your plug-in vehicle (PHEV) :
•
Leave your vehicle plugged in. The 12
volt battery maintains power if left
plugged in. However, this periodically
uses electricity from the household
outlet.
• Connect a battery charger to your 12 volt
battery and leave it on a continuous, slow
charge.
• Disconnect the 12 volt battery. If your 12
volt battery is located in the luggage
compartment, do not fully shut the
luggage compartment after
disconnecting the 12 volt battery. Only
leave the luggage compartment open if
your vehicle is stored in a locked
location.
Brakes
• Make sure the brakes and parking brake
release fully. Tires
•
Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
• Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and
pins under your vehicle are covered with
grease to prevent rust.
• Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m) every
15 days to lubricate working parts and
prevent corrosion.
Removing Vehicle From Storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out of
storage, do the following:
• Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt or
grease film build-up on window surfaces.
• Check windshield wipers for any
deterioration.
• Check under the hood for any foreign
material that may have collected during
storage such as mice or squirrel nests.
• Check the exhaust for any foreign
material that may have collected during
storage.
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General Information on Radio
Frequencies..................................................69
Intelligent Access.................................................69
General Maintenance Information...........537 Multi-Point Inspection.......................................540
Owner Checks and Services...........................538
Protecting Your Investment..............................537
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?.............................537
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your
Dealership?......................................................537
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada..........................................................351
Getting the Services You Need.................347 Away From Home...............................................347
Global Opening and Closing.......................119 Closing the Windows..........................................119
Opening the Windows........................................119
H
Hazard Flashers.............................................341
Headlamp Adjusting See: Adjusting the Headlamps.......................389
Headlamp Exit Delay......................................111
Headlamp Leveling
........................................112
Headrest See: Head Restraints..........................................173 Head Restraints
..............................................173
Adjusting the Head Restraint............................173
Front Seat Manual Head Restraints................173
Head Up Display
............................................161
Configuring The Head Up Display..................162
Head Up Display (HUD)......................................161
Head Up Display Information............................161
Maintaining Your Head Up Display.................164
Heated Exterior Mirrors...............................170
Heated Rear Window
...................................170
Heated Seats...................................................191 Automatic Climate Controlled Seats...............191
Front Seats.............................................................191
Second Row Heated Seats................................191
Heated Steering Wheel...............................103
Heated Windshield.......................................170 Windshield Wiper De-Icer.................................170
Heating See: Climate Control..........................................165
Hill Descent Control....................................246 Principle of Operation.......................................246
Hill Start Assist..............................................240 Switching the System On and Off..................240
Using Hill Start Assist........................................240
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate..........................................................167
Defogging the Side Windows in Cold Weather.............................................................168 General Hints........................................................167
Quickly Cooling the Interior..............................168
Quickly Heating the Interior.............................168
Recommended Settings for Cooling..............168
Recommended Settings for Heating..............168
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes...........................................................238
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood............
373
Horn..................................................................103
I
In California (U.S. Only)...............................348
Information Display Control........................102
Information Displays
.....................................133
General Information............................................133
Information Messages..................................138 Active Park............................................................139
Adaptive Cruise Control....................................139
Adaptive Headlamps..........................................140
Alarm......................................................................140
Automatic Engine Shutdown............................140
Battery and Charging System...........................
141
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System...............................................................142
Doors and Locks..................................................143
Driver Alert............................................................143
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Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Lamp........128
Auto Hold Active.................................................128
Auto Hold Unavailable.......................................128
Automatic Headlamp High Beam Indicator............................................................128
Auto-Start-Stop Indicator...................................128
Battery....................................................................129
Blind Spot Monitor..............................................129
Brake System Warning Lamp...........................129
Cruise Control Indicator....................................129
Direction Indicator...............................................129
Door Ajar...............................................................130
Electric Park Brake..............................................130
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Lamp..................................................................130
Engine Oil..............................................................130
Fasten Rear Seatbelt..........................................130
Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp.......................
130
Four-Wheel Drive Indicators.............................130
Front Airbag..........................................................130
Headlamp High Beam Indicator......................
130
Hill Descent............................................................131
Hood Ajar...............................................................131
Liftgate Ajar............................................................131
Low Beam Malfunction Warning Lamp...........
131
Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp..........................131
Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp....................131
Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Lamp..........131 Parking Lamps.......................................................131
Powertrain Fault....................................................131
Service Engine Soon...........................................131
Stability Control and Traction Control
Indicator............................................................132
Stability Control and Traction Control Off Warning Lamp..................................................132
Tow Haul Indicator..............................................132
Washer Fluid Check....................................390
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior...............................394
See: Wipers and Washers.................................105
Waxing............................................................395
Welcome Lighting..........................................113
What Is 911 Assist............................................67
What Is Automatic High Beam Control............................................................116
What Is Cruise Control................................268
What Is Phone As a Key................................75
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel.........................
426
Wheels and Tires.........................................404 General Information...........................................404
Technical Specifications...................................433
Windows and Mirrors....................................118
Windshield Washers.....................................107 Front Camera Washer........................................107 Windshield Wipers
........................................105
Intermittent Wipe.................................................105
Speed Dependent Wipers................................105
Wiper Blades See: Checking the Wiper Blades....................391
Wipers and Washers....................................105
Wireless Accessory Charging....................198
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