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NOTE:
If snow, ice, mud, or any foreign substance builds up on the
camera lens, clean the lens, rinse with water, and dry with a
soft cloth. Do not cover the lens.
Zoom View
When the Rear View Camera image is being displayed, and
the vehicle speed is below 8 mph (13 km/h) while in any
gear selector position, Zoom View is available. By pressing
the “magnifying glass” icon in the upper left of the display
screen, the image will zoom in to four times the standard
view. Pressing the icon a second time will return the view to
the standard Backup Camera display.
When Zoom View is selected while the vehicle is in
REVERSE, then shifted to DRIVE, the camera delay view will
display the standard Backup Camera view. If the vehicle is
then returned to REVERSE gear from DRIVE, the Zoom
View selection will automatically resume.
Shifting to NEUTRAL from any gear will maintain the
selected view (Zoom or Standard) as long as the vehicle is
below 8 mph (13 km/h).
If the vehicle is in PARK, Zoom View is available until the
gear selector is placed in DRIVE or REVERSE and speeds are
at or above 8 mph (13 km/h). NOTE:
• If the vehicle in is DRIVE, NEUTRAL, or REVERSE, and
speed is greater than or equal to 8 mph (13 km/h), ZoomView is unavailable and the icon will appear grey.
• While in Zoom View, the guidelines will not be visible.
SURROUND VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
Your vehicle may be equipped with the Surround View
Camera System that allows you to see an on-screen image of
the surroundings and top view of your vehicle whenever the
gear selector is put into REVERSE or a different view is
selected through the on screen soft buttons. The top view of
the vehicle will show which doors are open. The image will
be displayed on the touchscreen display along with a caution
note “Check Entire Surroundings” across the top of the
screen. After five seconds, this note will disappear. The
Surround View Camera System is comprised of four sequen -
tial cameras located in the front grille, rear tailgate and side
mirrors.
NOTE:
The Surround View Camera System has programmable
settings that may be selected through the Uconnect System.
Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further
information.
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When the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE, the rear camera
view and top view is the default view of the system (Auto-
matic Activation).
When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera
delay turned on), the camera image will continue to be
displayed for up to 10 seconds after shifting out of REVERSE
unless the vehicle speed exceeds 8 mph (13 km/h), the
vehicle is shifted into PARK or the ignition is placed in the
OFF position. There is a touch screen button “X” to disable
the display of the camera image.
When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera
delay turned off), the surround view camera mode is exited
and the last known screen appears again.
While the “rear view” is displayed, and if enabled, active
guide lines are overlaid on the image to illustrate the width
of the vehicle, including the side view mirrors and its
projected backup path based on the steering wheel position.
Different colored zones indicate the distance to the rear of
the vehicle. The following table shows the approximate distances for
each zone:
Modes Of Operation
Standard Backup Camera view can be manually activated by
selecting “Backup Camera” through the Controls menu
within the Uconnect screen.
Refer to “Parkview Rear Back Up Camera — If Equipped” in
this chapter for more information on activation conditions.
Zone
Distance To The Rear Of The
Vehicle
Red 0 - 1 ft (0 - 30 cm)
Yellow 1 ft - 6.5 ft (30 cm - 2 m)
Green 6.5 ft or greater
(2 m or greater)
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Top View
The Top view will show in the Uconnect System with Rear
View and Front View in a split view display. There is inte-
grated ParkSense arcs in the image at the front and rear of the
vehicle. The arcs will change color from yellow to red corre -
sponding the distance zones to the oncoming object.
ParkSense Camera View NOTE:
• Front tires will be in image when the tires are turned.
• Due to wide angle cameras in mirror, the image will
appear distorted.
• Top view will show which doors are open.
• Open front doors will remove outside image.
Rear View
This is the Default view of the system in REVERSE
and is always paired with the Top view of the vehicle
with optional active guide lines for the projected path
when enabled.
Rear Cross Path View
Pressing the Rear Cross Path soft key will give the
driver a wider angle view of the rear camera system.
The Top view will be disabled when this is selected.
Front View The Front view will show you what is immediately
in front of the vehicle and is always paired with the
Top view of the vehicle.
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Front Cross Path View Pressing the Front Cross Path soft key will give the
driver a wider angle view of the front camera system.
The Top view will be disabled when this is selected.
Rear View Camera Pressing the Backup Camera soft key will provide a
full screen rear view with Zoom View.
NOTE:
If the Backup Camera view was selected through the
Surround View Screen, exiting out of the Rear View Camera
screen will return to the Surround View Screen. If the Backup
Camera was manually activated through the Controls menu
of the Uconnect display, exiting out of the display screen will
return to the Controls menu.
Zoom View
When the Rear View Camera image is being displayed, and
the vehicle speed is below 8 mph (13 km/h) while in any
gear selector position, Zoom View is available. By pressing
the “magnifying glass” icon in the upper left of the display
screen, the image will zoom in to four times the standard
view. Pressing the icon a second time will return the view to
the standard Backup Camera display. When Zoom View is selected while the vehicle is in
REVERSE, then shifted to DRIVE, the camera delay view will
display the standard Backup Camera view. If the vehicle is
then returned to REVERSE gear from DRIVE, the Zoom
View selection will automatically resume.
Shifting to NEUTRAL from any gear will maintain the
selected view (Zoom or Standard) as long as the vehicle is
below 8 mph (13 km/h).
If the vehicle is in PARK, Zoom View is available until the
gear selector is placed in DRIVE or REVERSE and speeds are
at or above 8 mph (13 km/h).
NOTE:
• If the vehicle in is DRIVE, NEUTRAL, or REVERSE, and speed is greater than or equal to 8 mph (13 km/h), ZoomView is unavailable and the icon will appear grey.
• While in Zoom View, the guidelines will not be visible.
Deactivation
The system is deactivated in the following conditions if it
was activated automatically:
• When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera delay turned on), the camera image will continue to be
displayed for up to 10 seconds after shifting out of
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REVERSE unless the vehicle speed exceeds 8 mph (13 km/
h), the vehicle is shifted into PARK or the ignition is placed
in the OFF position. There is a touch screen button “X” to
disable the display of the camera image.
• When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera delay turned off), the surround view camera mode is
exited and the last known screen appears again.
The system is deactivated in the following conditions if it
was activated manually from the Uconnect controls menu
via Surround View button or Backup Camera button:
• The “X” button on the display is pressed
• Vehicle is shifted into PARK
• Ignition is placed in the OFF position
• Vehicle speed is over 8 mph (13 km/h) for 10 seconds
NOTE:
If the Surround View Camera is activated manually, and the
vehicle is shifted into REVERSE, deactivation methods for
automatic activation are assumed. The camera delay system is turned off manually through the
Uconnect settings menu. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in
“Multimedia” for further information.
NOTE:
• If snow, ice, mud, or any foreign substance builds up on
the camera lenses, clean the lenses, rinse with water, and
dry with a soft cloth. Do not cover the lenses.
• If a malfunction with the system has occurred, see an authorized dealer.
WARNING!
Drivers must be careful when backing up even when
using the Surround View Camera. Always check
carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to check for
pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstructions, or
blind spots before backing up. You are responsible for
the safety of your surroundings and must continue to
pay attention while backing up. Failure to do so can
result in serious injury or death.
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Integrated Trailer Brake Module — If Equipped
Your vehicle may have an Integrated Trailer Brake Module
(ITBM) for Electric and Electric Over Hydraulic (EOH) trailer
brakes.
NOTE:
This module has been designed and verified with electric
trailer brakes and new electric over hydraulic systems. Some
previous EOH systems may not be compatible with ITBM.Integrated Trailer Brake Module (ITBM) The user interface consists of the following:
Manual Brake Control Lever
Slide the manual brake control lever to the left to activate
power to the trailer's electric brakes independent of the tow
vehicle's brakes. If the manual brake control lever is acti
-
vated while the brake is also applied, the greater of the two
inputs determines the power sent to the trailer brakes.
The trailer and the vehicle’s stop lamps will come on when
braking normally with the vehicle brake pedal. Only the
trailer stop lamps will come on when the manual brake
control lever is applied.
Trailer Brake Status Indicator Light
This light indicates the trailer electrical connection status.
If no electrical connection is detected after the ignition is
turned on, pushing the GAIN adjustment button or sliding
the manual brake control lever will display the GAIN setting
for 10 seconds and the “Trailer Brake Status Indicator Light”
will not be displayed.
If a fault is detected in the trailer wiring or the Integrated
Trailer Brake Module (ITBM), the “Trailer Brake Status Indi -
cator Light” will flash.
1 — GAIN Adjustment Button
2 — GAIN Adjustment Button
3 — Manual Brake Control Lever
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GAIN Adjustment Buttons (+/-)
Pushing these buttons will adjust the brake control power
output to the trailer brakes in 0.5 increments. The GAIN
setting can be increased to a maximum of 10 or decreased to
a minimum of 0 (no trailer braking).
GAIN
The GAIN setting is used to set the trailer brake control for
the specific towing condition and should be changed as
towing conditions change. Changes to towing conditions
include trailer load, vehicle load, road conditions and
weather.
Adjusting GAIN
NOTE:
This should only be performed in a traffic free environment
at speeds of approximately 20–25 mph (30–40 km/h).
1. Make sure the trailer brakes are in good working condi-
tion, functioning normally and properly adjusted. See
your trailer dealer if necessary.
2. Hook up the trailer and make the electrical connections according to the trailer manufacturer's instructions.
3. When a trailer with electric/EOH brakes is plugged in, the trailer connected message should appear in the
instrument cluster display (if the connection is not recog -nized by the ITBM, braking functions will not be avail
-
able), the GAIN setting will illuminate and the correct
type of trailer must be selected from the instrument
cluster display options.
4. Push the UP or DOWN button on the steering wheel until “TRAILER TOW” appears on the screen.
5. Push the RIGHT arrow on the steering wheel to enter “TRAILER TOW”.
6. Push the UP or DOWN buttons until the Trailer Brake Type appears on the screen.
7. Push the RIGHT arrow and then push the UP or DOWN buttons until the proper Trailer Brake Type appears on
the screen.
8. In a traffic-free environment, tow the trailer on a dry, level surface at a speed of 20–25 mph (30–40 km/h) and
squeeze the manual brake control lever completely.
9. If the trailer wheels lockup (indicated by squealing tires), reduce the GAIN setting; if the trailer wheels turn freely,
increase the GAIN setting.
Repeat steps 8 and 9 until the GAIN setting is at a point just
below trailer wheel lockup. If towing a heavier trailer, trailer
wheel lockup may not be attainable even with the maximum
GAIN setting of 10.
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*The suggested selection depends and may change
depending on the customer preferences for braking perfor-
mance. Condition of the trailer brakes, driving and road state
may also affect the selection.
Display Messages
The trailer brake control interacts with the instrument cluster
display. Display messages, along with a single chime, will be
displayed when a malfunction is determined in the trailer
connection, trailer brake control, or on the trailer. Refer to
“Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting To Know Your
Instrument Panel” for further information. NOTE:
• An aftermarket controller may be available for use with
trailers with air or electric-over-hydraulic trailer brake
systems. To determine the type of brakes on your trailer
and the availability of controllers, check with your trailer
manufacturer or dealer.
• Removal of the ITBM will cause errors and it may cause damage to the electrical system and electronic modules of
the vehicle. See your authorized dealer if an aftermarket
module is to be installed.
Light Electric Heavy Electric
Light EOHHeavy EOH
Type of Trailer Brakes Electric Trailer Brakes Electric Trailer Brakes Electric over Hydraulic
Trailer BrakesElectric over Hydraulic
Trailer Brakes
Load *Under 10,000 lbs *Above 10,000 lbs *Under 10,000 lbs *Above 10,000 lbs
WARNING!
Connecting a trailer that is not compatible with the
ITBM system may result in reduced or complete loss of
trailer braking. There may be a increase in stopping
distance or trailer instability which could result in
personal injury.
CAUTION!
Connecting a trailer that is not compatible with the
ITBM system may result in reduced or complete loss of
trailer braking. There may be a increase in stopping
distance or trailer instability which could result in
damage to your vehicle, trailer, or other property.
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