Automatic Dimming Mirror (If Equipped)
Note:
Do not block the sensors on the front
and back of the mirror. A rear center
passenger or raised rear center head
restraint may also block light from reaching
the sensor.
The mirror dims to reduce the effect of
bright light from behind. It returns to
normal when the bright light from behind
is no longer present or if you shift into
reverse (R).
SUN VISORS
Slide-on-rod (If Equipped) Rotate the sun visor toward the side
window and extend it rearward for extra
shade.
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Note:
The low fuel reminder can appear at
different fuel gauge positions depending on
fuel economy conditions. This variation is
normal.
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge
Indicates engine coolant temperature. At
normal operating temperature, the level
indicator will be in the normal range. If the
engine coolant temperature exceeds the
normal range, stop your vehicle as soon as
safely possible, switch off the engine and
let the engine cool. WARNING: Do not remove the
coolant reservoir cap when the engine is
on or the cooling system is hot. Wait 10
minutes for the cooling system to cool
down. Cover the coolant reservoir cap
with a thick cloth to prevent the
possibility of scalding and slowly remove
the cap. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury.
WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS
The following warning lamps and
indicators alert you to a vehicle condition
that may become serious. Some lamps
illuminate when you start your vehicle to
make sure they work. If any lamps remain
on after starting your vehicle, refer to the
respective system warning lamp for further
information.
Note: Some warning indicators appear in
the information display and function the
same as a warning lamp, but do not display
when you start your vehicle. Anti-Lock Braking System If it illuminates when you are
driving, this indicates a system
error. You continue to have the
normal braking (without ABS) unless the
brake system warning lamp also
illuminates. Have the system checked by
an authorized dealer.
Battery If it illuminates while driving, it
indicates a system error. Switch
off all unnecessary electrical
equipment and have the system checked
by an authorized dealer immediately.
Blind Spot Monitor
(If Equipped) Illuminates when you switch this
feature off or in conjunction with
a message. See
Blind Spot
Information System (page 167).
Brake System Warning Lamp WARNING:
Driving your vehicle
with the warning lamp on is dangerous.
A significant decrease in braking
performance may occur. It may take you
longer to stop your vehicle. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Driving extended distances with the
parking brake engaged can cause brake
failure and the risk of personal injury.
Note: Indicators vary depending on region.
This lamp is a dual function lamp and
illuminates when:
• You apply the parking brake with the
ignition on.
• Your vehicle has a brake fault or low
brake fluid level, regardless of parking
brake position.
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High Beam
Illuminates when you switch the
high beam headlamps on. It
flashes when you use the
headlamp flasher.
High Voltage Electric System
Failure (If Equipped) It illuminates if your hybrid
electric vehicle has an electrical
component fault or failure that
causes your vehicle to shutdown or enter
a limited operating mode. A message may
appear in the instrument cluster display.
Hood Ajar Illuminates when the ignition is
on and the hood is not
completely closed.
Lamps On Illuminates when you switch the
low beam headlamps or the
parking lamps on.
Liftgate Ajar Illuminates when the liftgate is
not completely closed.
Liftgate Lock Release Illuminates when the rear liftgate
mechanism remains unlocked
for a short time before timing
out, permitting access the cargo area.
Low Beam Warning Illuminates when the low beam
headlamp bulb is not functioning
properly. Low Fuel Level Illuminates when the fuel level
is low or the fuel tank is nearly
empty. Refuel as soon as
possible.
Low Tire Pressure Warning Illuminates when your tire
pressure is low. If the lamp
remains on with the engine
running or when driving, check your tire
pressure as soon as possible.
It also illuminates momentarily when you
switch the ignition on to confirm the lamp
is functional. If it does not illuminate when
you switch the ignition on, or begins to
flash at any time, have the system checked
by an authorized dealer.
Low Washer Fluid Illuminates when the windshield
washer fluid is low.
Police Engine Idle feature
(If Equipped) Illuminates when the police
engine idle feature is armed and
active.
Police Perimeter Alert
(If Equipped) Illuminates when the police
perimeter security feature has
been activated.
Police Pursuit Mode
(If Equipped) Illuminates when police pursuit
mode is active.
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Audio
Audio
Menu options covered in the SYNC chapter. See General Information (page 307).
Phone Phone
Menu options covered in the SYNC chapter. See
General Information (page 307).
Settings Settings
Contains vehicle status information.
Select Your Setting.
Information
Select Your Setting
Language
Display
Measure unit
Temperature unit
Tire Pressure Select Your Setting
Driver Assistance
Select Your Setting
Alarm system
Vehicle Settings
Chimes
DTE Calculation
Lighting
Locks Select Your Setting
Wipers
Oil Level
Vehicle Maintenance
Oil Life
Brake Fluid Life
Tire Pressure
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INFORMATION MESSAGES
Note:
Depending on your vehicle options
and instrument cluster type, not all of the
messages display or are available. Certain
messages may be abbreviated or shortened
depending upon which cluster type you
have. Press the OK button to acknowledge and
remove some messages from the
information display. Other messages will
be removed automatically after a short
time.
Certain messages need to be confirmed
before you can access the menus.
AWD Action
Message
The all wheel drive system has automatically disabled itself due to the system overheating.
AWD Temporarily
Disabled
The all wheel drive system is locking up the torque transfer clutchto help reduce clutch temperature.
AWD Temporarily
Locked
Displays when the system automatically disables to protect itself.
This may be caused by operating the vehicle with a mini spare tire installed, if the system detects dissimilar size tires, or if there is an
issue with another vehicle system preventing AWD operation. The system resumes normal operation and clears this message after
you cycle the ignition on and off and drive a short distance with the road tire re-installed or after the other vehicle system issues are resolved.
AWD OFF
Displays after the system cools and the all wheel drive system resumes normal function.
AWD Restored
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Battery and Charging System
Action
Message
The charging system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or
continues to come on, have the system checked as soon as possible.
Check Charging
System
The charging system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or
continues to come on have the system checked as soon as possible.
Charging System
Service Soon
The charging system needs servicing. Have the system checked as soon as possible.
Charging System
Service Now
The battery management system determines that the 12V batteryis at a low state of charge. Start the engine to charge the batteryor charge the battery using an aftermarket battery charger. This
message clears once you restart your vehicle and the battery state of charge has recovered.
Battery State of
Charge Low
The battery management system determines that the battery is ata low state of charge. Turn the ignition off as soon as possible toprotect the battery. This message will clear once the vehicle has
been started and the battery state of charge has recovered. Turning off unnecessary electrical loads will allow faster battery state-of- charge recovery.
Turn Power Off To
Save Battery
Displays when the battery management system detects an
extended low-voltage condition. Various vehicle features will be disabled to help preserve the battery. Turn off as many of the
electrical loads as soon as possible to improve system voltage. If
the system voltage has recovered, the disabled features will operate again as normal.
Low Battery
Features Tempor- arily Turned Off
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System Action
Message
A system error has occurred. Have the system checked as soon as possible.
Blind Spot System
Fault
The system sensors are blocked. See Blind Spot Information
System (page 167).
Blind Spot Not
Available Sensor Blocked See Manual
The system detects a vehicle and automatically applied the brakes.
Cross Traffic Alert
Applying Brakes
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Action
Message
The blind spot information system and cross traffic alert systemsensors are blocked. See Cross Traffic Alert (page 170).
Cross Traffic Not
Available Sensor Blocked See Manual
A system error has occurred. Have the system checked as soon as possible.
Cross Traffic
System Fault
The system automatically turns off and displays this message when
you connect a trailer to the vehicle that does not have a trailer blindspot system or when you switch the trailer blind spot system off
through the information display. See
Cross Traffic Alert (page
170).
Cross Traffic Alert
Deactivated Trailer Attached
The system automatically turns off and displays this message when
you connect a trailer to the vehicle that does not have a trailer blindspot system or when you switch the trailer blind spot system offthrough the information display. See
Blind Spot Information
System (page 167).
Blind Spot Alert
Deactivated Trailer Attached
Doors and Locks Action
Message
The driver door is not completely closed.
Driver Door Ajar
The passenger door is not completely closed.
Passenger Door
Ajar
The rear left door is not completely closed.
Rear Left Door Ajar
The rear right door is not completely closed.
Rear Right Door
Ajar
The liftgate is not completely closed.
Liftgate Ajar
The hood is not completely closed.
Hood Ajar
The system has disabled the door switches.
Switches Inhibited
Security Mode
Displays when the door lock is turned on and you attempt to open the door.
Doors Locked
Unlock Before Opening
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Action
Message
Indicates a driver door fault that requires manually opening thedoor by the override lever. Have the system checked as soon as possible.
Driver Door Fault
Use Inside Over-
ride Lever In Map Pocket
Indicates a fault with the electronic door system. Have the system checked as soon as possible.
Door Fault Service
Required
There is a system malfunction with the child locks. Have the system checked as soon as possible.
Child Lock
Malfunction
Service Required
Indicates that the rear seat interior door release switches and powerwindows are switched off, preventing rear seat occupants from opening the doors or windows.
Child Lock ON
Indicates that the rear seat interior door release switches and power
windows are switched on, allowing the rear seat occupants to open the doors and windows.
Child Lock OFF
The factory keypad code displays in the information display after
the system resets the keypad. See Anti-Theft Alarm (page 63).
Factory Keypad
Code {X X X X X}
Fuel Action
Message
An early reminder of a low fuel condition.
Fuel Level Low
The fuel fill inlet may not be properly closed.
Check Fuel Fill
Inlet
Wait for up to 15 seconds while the fuel system depressurizes.
Fuel Door Opening
The fuel system has finished depressurizing and you can begin to refuel.
Fuel Door Open
A reminder to close the fuel door. Failure to follow this instructioncan cause the check engine light to illuminate.
Close Fuel Door to
Avoid ""CheckEngine"" Light
There is an error in attempting to refill your vehicle.
Refuel Error See
Manual
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