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If you need snow tires, select tires
equivalent in size and type to the
original equipment tires. Use snow
tires only in sets of four; failure to do
so may adversely affect the safety and
handling of your vehicle.
Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings
than what was originally equipped with your
vehicle and should not be operated at
sustained speeds over 75 mph (120 km/h).
For speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h) refer to
original equipment or an authorized tire dealer
for recommended safe operating speeds,
loading and cold tire inflation pressures.
While studded tires improve performance on
ice, skid and traction capability on wet or dry
surfaces may be poorer than that of
non-studded tires. Some states prohibit
studded tires; therefore, local laws should be
checked before using these tire types.
Snow Traction Devices
Use of traction devices require sufficient
tire-to-body clearance. Follow these recom -
mendations to guard against damage.

NOTE:

Traction device must be of proper size for
the tire, as recommended by the traction
device manufacturer.
Use on rear tires only.
Due to limited clearance, the following trac -
tion devices are recommended:
For a 255/35R19 tire, use of a snow trac -
tion device with a maximum projection of
7 mm beyond the tire profile is recom -
mended.
For 225/50R17, 225/45R18 or 225/
40R19 tires, use of a snow traction device
with a maximum projection of 9 mm beyond
the tire profile is recommended.
For a 265/35R19 98V tire, use of a
zero-clearance snow traction device recom -
mended.
It is not possible to install traction devices on
285/30R19 tires.
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires,
observe the following precautions:
Because of restricted traction device
clearance between tires and other
suspension components, it is important
that only traction devices in good condi -
tion are used. Broken devices can cause
serious damage. Stop the vehicle immedi -
ately if noise occurs that could indicate
device breakage. Remove the damaged
parts of the device before further use.
Install device as tightly as possible and
then retighten after driving about ½ mile
(0.8 km). Autosock devices do not require
retightening.
Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).
Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns
and large bumps, especially with a loaded
vehicle.
Do not drive for a prolonged period on dry
pavement.
Observe the traction device manufac -
turer’s instructions on the method of
installation, operating speed, and condi -
tions for use. Always use the suggested
operating speed of the device manufac -
turer’s if it is less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
Do not use traction devices on a compact
spare tire.
CAUTION! (Continued)
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Radial Ply Tires ...........................................244
Radio Transmitters And Mobile Phones ....... 4
Rear Camera ..............................................134
Rear Cross Path .........................................145
Reformulated Gasoline .............................. 263
Refueling Procedure ..................................135
Refueling The Vehicle ................................ 135
Refuelling.................................................... 265
Reminder, Seat Belt ...................................160
Remote ControlStarting System........................................ 20
Remote Keyless Entry .................................. 16
Remote Starting Exit Remote Start Mode .......................... 21
Remote Starting System ....................... 20, 86
Remote Trunk Release ................................ 63
Replacement Bulbs..................228, 231, 232
Replacement Tires ..................................... 245
Reporting Safety Defects ...........................272
Restraints, Child .........................................174
Rims And Tires ...........................................234
S
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ....................187
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle.................. 188
Safety Defects, Reporting ..........................272
Safety Information, Tire .............................234
Safety Tips ..................................................187
Safety, Exhaust Gas ...................................189
Saving Fuel .................................................138
Scheduled Servicing ..................................204 Scheduled Servicing Program
(2.0 T4 MAir Engine Versions) .................. 205
Scheduled Servicing Program
(2.9 V6 Gasoline Engine Versions) ........... 208
Seat Belt Reminder ..................................... 75
Seat Belts .......................................... 159, 187
Child Restraints ..................................... 174
Energy Management Feature ............... 164
Front Seat ..................................... 159, 160
Inspection .............................................. 187
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting............... 162
Lap/Shoulder Belts ............................... 160
Pregnant Women ................................... 163
Pretensioners......................................... 164
Rear Seat ............................................... 160
Reminder................................................ 160
Seat Belt Pretensioner .......................... 164Untwisting Procedure ............................ 162
Seats.......................................................29, 32 Adjustment .........................................29, 32
Head Restraints ....................................... 35
Heated................................................33, 34
Power........................................................ 32
Security Alarm .............................................. 21
Service Assistance ..................................... 270
Service Contract......................................... 271
Service Manuals ........................................ 272
Servicing Procedures ................................. 217
Shoulder Belts............................................ 160
Signals, Turn ....................................... 77, 188
Snow Chains .............................................. 248
Snow Tires .................................................. 247 Spare Tires ................................................. 246
Speed Control
Accel/Decel .................................. 106, 107
Accel/Decel (ACC Only) ......................... 110
Cancel .................................................... 107Distance Setting (ACC Only).................. 111
Resume.................................................. 107
Set .......................................................... 106
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ................. 105
Starting Button .......................................................19Cold Weather ............................................87
Remote .....................................................20
Starting The Engine ......................................86
Steering Tilt Column................................................26
Wheel, Heated .......................................... 27
Wheel, Tilt ................................................. 26
Steering System ........................................ 259
Stop/Start System ..................................... 102
Storage Console .....................................................56
Glove Compartment .................................55
Suggestions For Driving ............................ 138
Sun Roof ................................................ 60, 61
Sun Visor .......................................................37
Supplemental Restraint System –
Air Bag ........................................................ 166
Suspension ................................................ 259
System, Remote Starting ............................. 20
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INDEX
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Tie Down Hooks, Cargo ................................ 64
Tire And Loading Information Placard ......237
Tire Markings..............................................234
Tire Safety Information .............................. 234
Tire Service Kit ...........................................194
Tires .................................188, 241, 246, 250Aging (Life Of Tires) ................................ 245Air Pressure ............................................ 241
Flat Changing .........................................194
General Information......................241, 246
High Speed ............................................. 242
Inflation Pressure...................................241Life Of Tires ............................................ 245
Load Capacity................................237, 238Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .............................. 75, 76
Quality Grading....................................... 250
Radial......................................................244
Replacement ..........................................245
Safety .............................................234, 241
Sizes .......................................................234
Snow Tires ..............................................247
Spare Tires ............................................. 246
Spinning..................................................244
Tread Wear Indicators ...........................244
Tow Hooks ..................................................202 Towing
Disabled Vehicle .................................... 201
Towing Trailers ........................................... 138
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) ....................................................... 156
Traction Control System (TCS) .................. 144
Transmission .............................................. 258
Transporting Animals................................. 139
Transporting Passengers .......................... 139
Transporting Pets....................................... 187
Tread Wear Indicators ............................... 244
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) ..................................... 63
Turn Signals ...........................................44, 77
U
Uconnect Settings Customer Programmable Features ........ 24
Passive Entry Programming .................... 24
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ...................... 250
Universal Transmitter .................................. 38
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ............... 162
Use Of The Owner’s Manual........................... 5
V
Vehicle Changes/Alterations ......................... 3
Vehicle Identification Number .................. 255
Vehicle Loading ................................. 136, 238 W
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster
Descriptions)................................................. 75
Warranty Information ................................ 272
WARRANTY INFORMATION
.................. 272
Washer Fluid For Windshield/
Headlights .................................................. 214
Washers, Windshield.................................... 47
Weights ...................................................... 262
Wheel And Wheel Tire Care ...................... 246
Wheel And Wheel Tire Trim....................... 246
Wheels And Tires ....................................... 234
Wind Buffeting ..............................................59
Windows (Cleaning) ................................... 253
Windshield Defroster ................................ 187
Windshield Washers.....................................47
Windshield Wiper Replacing Blades .................................. 219
Windshield Wipers ........................................46
Wipers, Intermittent .....................................47
Wipers, Rain Sensitive .................................47
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