
Stopping the Liftgate Movement
Note:
Do not apply sudden excessive force
to the liftgate while it is in motion. This could
damage the power liftgate and its
components.
You can stop the liftgate movement by doing
any of the following:
• Pressing the liftgate control button.
• Pressing the liftgate button on the remote
control twice.
• Pressing the liftgate button on the
instrument panel.
• Moving your foot under and away from
the center rear bumper in a single-kick
motion.*
*This method only works for vehicles with
the hands-free liftgate feature.
Setting the Liftgate Open Height
1. Open the liftgate.
2. Stop the liftgate movement by pressing the control button on the liftgate when it
reaches the desired height. Note:
Once the liftgate has stopped moving,
you can also manually move it to the desired
height.
3. Press and hold the liftgate control button
on the liftgate until you hear a tone,
indicating programming is complete.
Note: You can only use the liftgate control
button to program the height.
Note: You cannot program the height if the
liftgate position is too low.
The new open liftgate height is recalled
when the power liftgate is opened. To
change the programmed height, repeat the
above procedure. Once you open the power
liftgate, you can manually move it to a
different height.
Note: The system recalls the new
programmed height until you reprogram it,
even if you disconnect the battery.
When operating the power liftgate after you
have programmed a lower height than fully
open, you can fully open the liftgate by
manually pushing it upward to the maximum
open position. Obstacle Detection
Note:
Entering your vehicle while the liftgate
is closing can cause your vehicle to bounce
and activate obstacle detection. To prevent
this, let the power liftgate close completely
before you enter your vehicle. Before driving
off, check the instrument cluster for a liftgate
or door ajar message or warning indicator.
Failure to do this could result in
unintentionally leaving the liftgate open
while driving.
When Closing
The system stops when it detects an
obstacle. A tone sounds and the system
reverses to open. Once you remove the
obstacle, you can power close the liftgate.
When Opening
The system stops when it detects an
obstacle and a tone sounds. Once you
remove the obstacle, you can continue to
operate the liftgate.
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Status Bar.
A
Speedometer.
B
Information on demand.
C
Vehicle driving range.
D
Fuel and battery gauges.
E
Engine coolant temperature gauge.
F
Tachometer.
G
Status Bar
Displays information related to the current
audio source, compass direction and outside
air temperature.
Information On Demand
Displays selected on-demand information
screens. See General Information (page
134).
Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge indicates about how much
fuel is in the fuel tank. The arrow adjacent to the fuel pump symbol
indicates on which side of your vehicle the
fuel filler door is located.
Note:
The fuel gauge may vary slightly when
your vehicle is moving or on a slope.
Low Fuel Reminder
A low fuel level reminder displays and
sounds when the distance to empty reaches
75 mi (120 km) to empty for MyKey, and at
50 mi (80 km), 25 mi (40 km), 10 mi (20 km)
and 0 mi (0 km) for all vehicle keys.
Note: The low fuel reminder can appear at
different fuel gauge positions depending on
fuel economy conditions. This variation is
normal. Battery Gauge
The high voltage battery gauge displays the
total amount of charge associated with your
available electric only driving range. A full fill
represents the total amount of energy you
can get from an external charge (plugging
your vehicle in). When the fill reaches empty
the powertrain system automatically switches
to hybrid operation.
See Plug-In Hybrid
Vehicle Operation (page 222).
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Vehicle Driving Range
Vehicle range indicates the estimated
distance your vehicle will travel with the
energy currently onboard. Estimates will vary
based on the energy used while driving.
Changes in driving pattern can cause the
values to not only decrease but also increase
or stay constant for periods of time.
The amount of energy being used while
driving is affected by:
•
Mild or aggressive acceleration or
braking.
• Your vehicle speed.
• Use of accessories such as climate
control. •
Ambient temperature and other weather
conditions.
• Driving in a city or on a highway.
• Driving on hilly road conditions.
Note: It is normal for vehicle range estimates
to vary due to changes in average energy
usage. This is why you typically see different
range estimates each time you fill up your
fuel tank or fully charge your battery.
Gasoline Distance to Empty
Indicates the approximate distance your
vehicle can travel on the fuel remaining in
the tank.
Electric Range
Indicates the approximate distance your
vehicle can travel on electric power only with
the engine off. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge 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.
Indicates engine coolant temperature. At
normal operating temperature, the level
indicator is 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.
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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.
Adaptive Cruise Control (If Equipped) The speed control system indicator
light changes color to indicate
what mode the system is in.
See
How Does Adaptive Cruise Control With
Stop and Go Work
(page 291).
On (white light): Illuminates when you switch
on the adaptive cruise control system. Turns
off when the speed control system is turned
off. Engaged (green light): Illuminates when you
engage the adaptive cruise control system.
Turns off when you disengage the speed
control system.
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.
Automatic High Beam Control Illuminates when this feature is on.
See
Automatic High Beam
Control (page 117).
Auto Hold Active Illuminates when the system holds
your vehicle stationary.Auto Hold Unavailable Illuminates when the system is on,
but unavailable to hold your
vehicle stationary.
Auto Start-stop
(If Equipped) Illuminates when the engine shuts
down or in conjunction with a
message.
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 Illuminates when you switch this
feature off or in conjunction with a
message.
See Blind Spot
Information System (page 312).
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Calm Screen
Electric Efficiency Battery Charge
Trip 1 and 2
Provides trip timer, trip average fuel
economy, total trip distance traveled, and
distance traveled on electric power only with
the engine off.
Press and hold the folder button to reset.
This Trip
Provides trip timer, trip average fuel
economy, total trip distance traveled, and
distance traveled on electric power only with
the engine off. If the gasoline engine has not
turned on during the trip then trip average
fuel economy is not shown. This Trip
automatically resets each time you start your
vehicle. Fuel Economy
An Instant Fuel Economy gauge is provided
along with Average Fuel Economy. Average
fuel economy is continuously averaged since
the last reset.
Both electric only and hybrid operation are
included in the calculation. More electric only
driving will result in greater average fuel
economy.
While viewing this screen you can reset your
average fuel economy by pressing and
holding the folder button.
When the gasoline engine is off the instant
fuel economy gauge is replaced with a
electric driving message.
EV Coach
EV Coach can help you to get the most out
of your vehicle
’s electric driving and
regenerative braking capabilities.
When you are accelerating or maintaining
speed you will see a blue or white solid bar
indicating vehicle power. You may also see
a blue rectangular box which shows the
power level at which the engine will turn on.
• When your power level is within the box
the color of the bar will be blue. This
means you are in Electric operation and
the engine is off.
• When your power level is outside of the
box the color of the bar will be white. This
means you are in Hybrid operation with
a combination of the electric motor and
the engine providing vehicle power.
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When you are decelerating with either your
foot off the accelerator pedal or on the brake
pedal you will see a green or white solid bar
indicating the power being used to slow
down the vehicle. You may also see a green
rectangular box which shows the amount of
power that can be recaptured by the
regenerative braking system and returned
to the high voltage battery.
•
When your power level is completely
within the box the color of the bar will be
all green. This means that the
regenerative braking system is being
used to efficiently slow the vehicle down
and return the maximum percentage of
energy to the high voltage battery.
• When your power level is outside of the
green box then the bar will be white. This
means that both the regenerative braking
system and conventional braking system
are being used. Electric Efficiency
This screen shows your average driving
distance per kWh of electricity used on your
hybrid vehicle. The value is calculated only
when your available electric range is being
used and the gasoline engine is off.
Distance per full charge is also shown. This
is an estimate of the electric range you would
have if you plugged in and fully charged your
vehicle right now. The higher your electric
efficiency, the higher your distance per full
charge.
Your electric efficiency is affected by your
driving style and route, climate control use,
outside temperature and other factors. Best
efficiency is achieved in mild ambient
temperatures with mild to moderate
acceleration and braking, moderate speeds
and low climate control usage.
INFORMATION MESSAGES
Move the selector switch to the
right 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.
Active Park Action
Message
The system requires service. Have the system checked as soon as possible.
Active Park Fault
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Battery and Charging System (12 volt)
Action
Message
The charging system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or continue\
s to come on, havethe system checked as soon as possible.
Check Charging System
The charging system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or continue\
s to come on havethe 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 battery is at a lo\
w state of charge.Start the engine to charge the battery or charge the battery using an aft\
ermarket battery
charger. This message clears once you restart your vehicle and the battery stat\
e of charge has recovered.
Battery State of Charge Low
The battery management system determines that the battery is at a low st\
ate of charge. Turnthe ignition off as soon as possible to protect the battery. This message will clear once the
vehicle has been started and the battery state of charge has recovered. \
Turning off unneces- sary 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-volt\
age 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 Temporarily Turned Off
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Battery and Charging System (High Voltage)
Action
Message
Your vehicle needs confirmation it is unplugged before allowing a start. \
You must make sure
your vehicle is unplugged and you respond to the message prompt before s\
tarting your
vehicle.
Vehicle Plugged In ? Yes No
Your vehicle detects it is still plugged in after you attempt to start it\
.
Unplug Prior to Starting Vehicle
Your vehicle is ready to drive.
Ready to Drive
Your vehicle is ready to drive. You have XXX% plug-in energy available.
Ready to Drive {percent charged:##0}%
Charged
Your vehicle enables the engine due to the climate control defrost settin\
g. This is normal
operation.
Engine Enabled Due to Defrost Setting
For full defrost heat select a drive mode other than Pure EV. The engine may run to provide
more cabin heat.
Press EV Button for Full Defrost
Your vehicle enables the engine for system performance. This is normal operation.
Engine Enabled for System Performance
You can press OK to enable the engine temporarily for increased performan\
ce when in Pure
EV drive mode.
Press OK to Enable Engine
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