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Wheel Alignment Mode
Before performing a wheel alignment, this mode must be
enabled. Refer to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting
To Know Your Instrument Panel” or “Uconnect Settings” in
“Multimedia” if equipped with a touch screen radio for
further information.
NOTE:
This mode is intended to be enabled with engine running.
Protection Strategy
In order to “protect” the air suspension system, the vehicle
will disable load leveling as required (suspension over-
loaded, battery charge low, etc.). Load leveling will automat -
ically resume as soon as system operation requirements are
met. See your authorized dealer if system does not resume.
NOTE:
If towing with air suspension refer to “Trailer Towing” in
“Starting And Operating” for further information.
Instrument Cluster Display Messages
When the appropriate conditions exist, a message will
appear in the instrument cluster display. Refer to “Instru-
ment Cluster Display” in “Getting To Know Your Instru-
ment Panel” for further information. An audible chime will be heard whenever a system error has
been detected.
See an authorized dealer for system service if normal opera
-
tion does not resume.
Operation
Air Suspension Switch
1 — Off-Road 2 Indicator (Customer selectable)
2 — Off-Road 1 Indicator (Customer selectable)
3 — Normal Ride Height Indicator (Customer selectable)
4 — Aero Mode Indicator (Customer Selectable)
5 — Entry/Exit Mode Indicator (Customer selectable)
6 — Height Selector
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The indicator lamps 1 through 5 will illuminate to show the
current position of the vehicle. Flashing indicator lamps will
show a position which the system is working to achieve.
When raising, if multiple indicator lamps are flashing, the
highest flashing indicator lamp is the position the system is
working to achieve. When lowering, if multiple indicators
are flashing, the lowest solid indicator lamp is the position
the system is working to achieve.
Pushing the height selector up once will move the suspen-
sion one position higher from the current position, assuming
all conditions are met (i.e. key in ON/RUN position, engine
running, speed below threshold, etc). The height selector
switch can be pushed up multiple times, each push will raise
the requested level by one position up to a maximum posi -
tion of OR2 or the highest position allowed based on current
conditions (i.e. vehicle speed, etc).
Pushing the height selector down once will move the suspen -
sion one position lower from the current level, assuming all
conditions are met (i.e. key in ON/RUN position, engine
running, doors closed, speed below threshold, etc). The
height selector switch can be pushed down multiple times,
each push will lower the requested level by one position
down to a minimum of Entry/Exit Mode or the lowest posi -
tion allowed based on current conditions (i.e. vehicle speed,
etc.) Automatic height changes will occur based on vehicle speed
and the current vehicle height. The indicator lamps and
instrument cluster display messages will operate the same
for automatic changes and user requested changes.
• Off-Road 2 (OR2) – Indicator lamps 5, 4, 3, 2 and 1 will be
illuminated when the vehicle is in OR2.
• Off-Road 1 (OR1) – Indicator lamps 5, 4, 3 and 2 will be illuminated when the vehicle is in OR1.
• Normal Ride Height (NRH) – Indicator lamps 5, 4 and 3 will be illuminated when the vehicle is in this position.
• Aero Mode – Indicator lamps 5 and 4 will be illuminated when the vehicle is in this position.
• Entry/Exit Mode – Indicator lamp 5 will be illuminated when the vehicle is in Entry Exit Mode. Entry/Exit mode
can be requested up to 33 mph (53 km/h). If vehicle speed
is reduced to, and kept below, 15 mph (24 km/h) indicator
lamp 4 will flash and indicator lamp 5 will remain solid
until Entry/Exit Mode is achieved at which point indicator
lamp 4 will turn off.
• Transport Mode – No indicator lamps will be illuminated. Transport Mode is disabled by driving the vehicle.
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NOTE:
The vehicle will automatically enter Aero Mode when the
vehicle speed remains between 62 mph (100 km/h) and
66 mph (106 km/h) for greater than 20 seconds or if thevehicle speed exceeds 66 mph (106 km/h).
• Normal Ride Height (NRH) – This is the standard posi-
tion of the suspension and is meant for normal driving.
• Off-Road (OR) (Raises the vehicle approximately 1 inch
(26 mm)) – This position is intended for off-roading use
only where maximum ground clearance is required. To
enter OR, push the height selector switch up once from the
NRH position while vehicle speed is below 20 mph
(32 km/h). While in OR, if the vehicle speed exceeds
25 mph (40 km/h) the vehicle height will be automatically
lowered to NRH. Off-Road may not be available due to
vehicle payload, an instrument cluster display message
will be shown when this occurs.
Refer to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting To
Know Your Instrument Panel” for further information. •
Aero Mode (Lowers the vehicle approximately
0.6 inches (15 mm)) – This position provides improved
aerodynamics by lowering the vehicle. The vehicle will
automatically enter Aero Mode when the vehicle speed
remains between 62 mph (100 km/h) and 66 mph
(106 km/h) for greater than 20 seconds or if the vehicle
speed exceeds 66 mph (106 km/h). The vehicle will
return to NRH from Aero Mode if the vehicle speed
remains between 30 mph (48 km/h) and 35 mph
(56 km/h) for greater than 20 seconds or if the vehicle
speed falls below 30 mph (48 km/h).
NOTE:
Speed thresholds for raising the vehicle only apply if Auto -
matic Aero Mode is enabled.
To enter Aero Mode manually push the height selector
switch down once from NRH at any vehicle speed. To
return to NRH push the height selector switch up once
while vehicle speed is less than 56 mph (90 km/h). CAUTION!
If the vehicle is in Off-Road setting, be aware of your
surroundings, you may not have the clearance required
for certain areas and vehicle damage may occur.
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NOTE:
Automatic Aero Mode may be disabled through vehicle
settings on your Uconnect Radio.
•Entry/Exit Mode (Lowers the vehicle approximately
3 inches (73 mm)) – This position lowers the vehicle for
easier passenger entry and exit as well as lowering the
rear of the vehicle for easier loading and unloading of
cargo. To enter Entry/Exit Mode, push the height
selector switch down twice from the NRH while the
vehicle speed is below 33 mph (53 km/h). Once the
vehicle speed goes below 15 mph (24 km/h) the vehicle
height will begin to lower. If the vehicle speed remains
between 15 mph (24 km/h) and 25 mph (40 km/h) for
greater than 60 seconds, or the vehicle speed exceeds
25 mph (40 km/h) the Entry/Exit change will be
cancelled. To return to Normal Height Mode, push the
height selector switch up twice while in Entry/Exit or
drive the vehicle over 15 mph (24 km/h). Entry/Exit
mode may not be available due to vehicle payload, an
instrument cluster display message will be shown when
this occurs.
Refer to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting To
Know Your Instrument Panel” for further information. The system requires that the ignition be in the ON/RUN
position or the engine running for all user requested
changes. When lowering the vehicle all of the doors, must be
closed. If a door is opened at any time while the vehicle is
lowering the change will not be completed until the open
door(s) is closed.
This system uses a lifting and lowering pattern which keeps
the headlights from incorrectly shining into oncoming
traffic. When raising the vehicle, the rear of the vehicle will
move up first and then the front. When lowering the vehicle,
the front will move down first and then the rear.
After the engine is turned off, it may be noticed that the air
suspension system operates briefly, this is normal. The
system is correcting the position of the vehicle to ensure a
proper appearance.CAUTION!
When in ENTRY/EXIT setting, be aware of your
surroundings, you may not have the clearance required
for certain areas and vehicle damage may occur.
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To assist with changing a spare tire, the air suspension system
has a feature which allows the automatic leveling to be disabled.
Refer to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting To Know
Your Instrument Panel” for further information.

NOTE:
If equipped with a touch screen radio all enabling/disabling
of air suspension features must be done through the radio.
Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further
information.
Air Suspension Modes
The Air Suspension system has multiple modes to protect the
system in unique situations:
AERO Mode
To improve aerodynamics, the air suspension system has a
feature which will put the vehicle into AERO height auto-
matically. Refer to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting
To Know Your Instrument Panel” for further information. NOTE:
This mode is intended to be enabled with engine running.
Tire Jack Mode
To assist with changing a tire, the air suspension system has
a feature which allows the automatic leveling to be disabled.
Refer to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting To Know
Your Instrument Panel” or “Uconnect Settings” in “Multi
-
media” if equipped with a touch screen radio for further
information.
NOTE:
This mode is intended to be enabled with engine running.
Transport Mode
For towing your vehicle with four wheels off the road, the air
suspension system has a feature which will put the vehicle
into Entry/Exit height and disable the automatic load
leveling system. Refer to “Instrument Cluster Display” in
“Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel” or “Uconnect
Settings” in “Multimedia” if equipped with a touch screen
radio for further information.
NOTE:
This mode is intended to be enabled with engine running.
WARNING!
The air suspension system uses a high pressure volume
of air to operate the system. To avoid personal injury or
damage to the system, see your authorized dealer for
service.
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Wheel Alignment Mode
Before performing a wheel alignment, this mode must be
enabled. Refer to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting
To Know Your Instrument Panel” or “Uconnect Settings” in
“Multimedia” if equipped with a touch screen radio for
further information.
NOTE:
This mode is intended to be enabled with engine running.
Protection Strategy
In order to “protect” the air suspension system, the vehicle
will disable load leveling as required (suspension over-
loaded, battery charge low, etc.). Load leveling will automat -
ically resume as soon as system operation requirements are
met. See your authorized dealer if system does not resume.
NOTE:
If towing with air suspension refer to “Trailer Towing” in
“Starting And Operating” for further information.
Instrument Cluster Display Messages
When the appropriate conditions exist, a message will
appear in the instrument cluster display. Refer to “Instru-
ment Cluster Display” in “Getting To Know Your Instru-
ment Panel” for further information. An audible chime will be heard whenever a system error has
been detected.
See an authorized dealer for system service if normal opera
-
tion does not resume.
Operation
Air Suspension Switch
1 — Off-Road Indicator (Customer selectable)
2 — Normal Ride Height Indicator (Customer selectable)
3 — Aero Mode Indicator (Customer Selectable)
4 — Entry/Exit Mode Indicator (Customer selectable)
5 — Height Selector
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The indicator lamps 1 through 4 will illuminate to show the
current position of the vehicle. Flashing indicator lamps will
show a position which the system is working to achieve.
When raising or lowering, the flashing indicator lamp is the
position the system is working to achieve.
Pushing the height selector switch up once will move the
suspension one position higher from the current position,
assuming all conditions are met (i.e. key in ON/RUN posi-
tion, engine running, speed below threshold, etc). The height
selector switch can be pushed up multiple times, each push
will raise the requested level by one position up to a
maximum position of OR or the highest position allowed
based on current conditions (i.e. vehicle speed, etc).
Pushing the height selector switch down once will move the
suspension one position lower from the current level,
assuming all conditions are met (i.e. key in ON/RUN posi -
tion, engine running, doors closed, speed below threshold,
etc). The height selector switch can be pushed down multiple
times, each push will lower the requested level by one posi -
tion down to a minimum of Entry/Exit Mode or the lowest
position allowed based on current conditions (i.e. vehicle
speed, etc.)
Automatic height changes will occur based on vehicle speed
and the current vehicle height. The indicator lamps and instrument cluster display messages will operate the same
for automatic changes and user requested changes.
• Off-Road 1 (OR1) – Indicator lamps 4, 3, 2, and 1 will be
illuminated when the vehicle is in OR1.
• Normal Ride Height (NRH) – Indicator lamps 4, 3, and 2 will be illuminated when the vehicle is in this position.
• Aero Mode – Indicator lamps 4 and 3 will be illuminated when the vehicle is in this position.
• Entry/Exit Mode – Indicator lamp 4 will be illuminated when the vehicle is in Entry Exit Mode. Entry/Exit mode
can be requested up to 33 mph (53 km/h). If vehicle speed
is reduced to, and kept below, 15 mph (24 km/h) indicator
lamp 3 will flash and indicator lamp 4 will remain solid
until Entry/Exit Mode is achieved at which point indicator
lamp 3 will turn off.
• Transport Mode – No indicator lamps will be illuminated. Transport Mode is disabled by driving the vehicle.
• Tire/Jack Mode – Indicator lamps 4 and 1 will be illumi -
nated. Tire/Jack Mode is disabled by driving the vehicle.
• Wheel Alignment Mode – Indicator lamps 2, 3, and 4 will be illuminated. Wheel Alignment Mode is disabled by
driving the vehicle.
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POWER STEERING
Electric Power Steering
The electric power steering system will give you effective
vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in
tight spaces. The system will vary its assist to provide light
efforts while parking and proper feel while driving. If the
electric steering system experiences a fault that prevents it
from providing assist, you will still have the ability to steer
the vehicle manually.
If the Steering icon is flashing, it indicates that the vehicle
needs to be taken to the dealer for service. It is likely the
vehicle has lost power steering assistance.
If the Steering icon is displayed and the “POWER STEERING
SYSTEM OVER TEMP” message is displayed on the instru-
ment cluster screen, they indicate that extreme steering
maneuvers may have occurred which caused an over
temperature condition in the power steering system. Once
driving conditions are safe, pull over and let the vehicle idle
for a few moments until the icon and message turn off. Refer
to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting To Know Your
Instrument Panel” for further information.
If the Steering icon is displayed and the “SERVICE POWER
STEERING – ASSIST OFF” message is displayed the instru-ment cluster screen, they indicate the vehicle needs to be
taken to the dealer for service. Refer to “Instrument Cluster
Display” in “Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.
NOTE:
• Even if the power steering assistance is no longer opera
-
tional, it is still possible to steer the vehicle. Under these
conditions there will be a substantial increase in steering
effort, especially at low speeds and during parking
maneuvers.
• If the condition persists, see your authorized dealer for service.
FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L ENGINES ONLY —
IF EQUIPPED
This feature offers improved fuel economy by shutting off
four of the engine's eight cylinders during light load and
cruise conditions. The system is automatic with no driver
inputs or additional driving skills required.
NOTE:
This system may take some time to return to full function -
ality after a battery disconnect.
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