Restarting the Vehicle
Before restarting the vehicle after a
long period of inactivity, we
recommend that you carry out the
following operations.
• Check the tires for pressure and for
any damages, cuts or cracks. If this is
the case, have them replaced.
• Do not dry-rub the external surface
of the vehicle.
• Visually inspect if there are any fluid
leaks (oil, brake and clutch fluid,
engine coolant etc.).
• Have the engine oil and filter
replaced.
• Check the fluid levels in the brake
system, as well as the engine coolant
level.
• Check the air filter and have them
replaced if necessary.
• Reconnect the battery after checking
the charge status (refer to
“Maintenance-Free Battery” in this
section) and perform the initializing
procedure if applicable.
• With the transmission in N (Neutral),
let the engine idle for several
minutes.WARNING!
The engine idle must be performed
outdoors. Exhaust gases contain
carbon monoxide which is strongly
toxic and potentially lethal.
WARNING!
California Proposition 65
Operating, servicing and maintaining
a passenger vehicle or off-road vehicle
can expose you to chemicals including
such as, engine exhaust, carbon
monoxide, phthalates and lead, that
which are know to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. To
minimize exposure, avoid breathing
exhaust, do not idle the engine except
as necessary, service your vehicle in a
well-ventilated area and wear gloves
or wash your hands frequently when
servicing your vehicle. For more
information go to:
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-
vehicle
Battery Statement
Battery Statement Status of
Charge
To avoid problems with ignition and/or
the electrical system in general when
you are driving, the battery charge
status is constantly maintained and
guaranteed by the vehicle's recharge
circuit; the main component of which
is the alternator. This circuit is only
able to supply voltage to the battery
when the vehicle is traveling.
The
warning light on the
instrument cluster (see “Instrument
Cluster” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”), will
indicate any malfunctions in the
recharge circuit or an insufficient
battery charge status (flashing).
The vehicle is fitted with advanced
electronic systems, such as, for
example, the alarm system and various
electronic control modules, which
consume power even when the key in
the ignition switch is in theSTOP (OFF)
position and the vehicle is not being
used.
Therefore, it is fundamental that the
battery is properly charged to ensure
that the engine starts properly and
Maintenance and Care
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Abbreviations.................7
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) . . .169
A/C Air Filter Replacement.......253
Accessories
Aftermarket Parts and Accessories
Statement.................11
Accident, in the event of........203
A/C System Maintenance........252
Airbag.....................47
Air bag System Components.....47
Air bag Warning Light.........66
Passenger Air bag Labels.......18
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS).....................47
Air Conditioning Controls.......140
Air Conditioning Distribution.....101
Alarm, Vehicle Security..........26
ALR (Automatic Locking Retractor) . .44
Assistance....................9
Assistance, if you need.........9
Audio Controls...............128
Steering Wheel Audio Controls . .128
Audio, Customer Setting........136
Audio System................130
Automatic Transmission........150
Automatic Transmission Range . .152
AUX, USB and SD Memory Card
Ports.....................122
Battery....................237
Access the Battery...........215
Jump Start Procedure........215
Maintenance - Free Battery. . . .237To Disconnect the Battery.....237
To Reconnect the Battery......238
Bluetooth, Customer settings.....137
Bodywork Maintenance and Care . .255
Protection from Atmospheric
Agents..................255
Useful Advice to Keep the
Bodywork in Good Condition . . .256
Brakes
Brake and Stability Control
System...................167
Brake Fluid Level Check.......232
Brake Overheating..........172
Parking Brake..............164
Parking Brake - Manual
Release..................209
Using the Brakes............171
Bulb Replacement............247
Cargo Area
..................97
Child Restraint Systems
Children too large for Booster
Seats.....................55
Infants and Child Restraints.....54
Lower Anchors and Tether for
Children (LATCH)............57
Older Children and Child
Restraints.................55
Tips on getting the most out of
your child restraint...........56
Clock, analog................134
Comfort Pack Front Seats........76
Driver Memory Seat..........77Front Heated Seats...........76
Console
Central Console Components....73
Front Dome Console
Components...............71
Cruise Control...............175
Cupholders
Front Seats Cupholders........94
Rear Seats Cupholders.........94
Dashboard Components.........70
Data, Technical..............269
Defroster...................66
Doors Components.............72
Drive Mode, Controls..........159
Driving Conditions
Before the Trip.............194
Driving at Night............194
Driving in Fog..............195
Driving in the Mountains......195
Driving in the Rain..........194
Driving on Snow or Ice........196
Driving through Flooded
Sections..................196
Safe Driving...............194
DRL (Daytime Running Light)......84
Easy Entry/Exit function.........80
EDR (Event Data Recorder).......53
Emergency
Emergency Fuel Filler Door
Release..................193
Hazard Warning Flasher.......89
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