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Tread Wear Indicators
Tread wear indicators are in the original
equipment tires to help you in determining when
your tires should be replaced.Tire Tread
These indicators are molded into the bottom of
the tread grooves. They will appear as bands
when the tread depth becomes a 1/16 of an inch
(1.6 mm). When the tread is worn to the tread
wear indicators, the tire should be replaced.
For further information

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Life Of Tire
The service life of a tire is dependent upon
varying factors including, but not limited to:
Driving style.
Tire pressure - Improper cold tire inflation
pressures can cause uneven wear patterns to
develop across the tire tread. These abnormal
wear patterns will reduce tread life, resulting in
the need for earlier tire replacement.
Distance driven.
Performance tires, tires with a speed rating of
V or higher, and Summer tires typically have a
reduced tread life. Rotation of these tires per
the vehicle scheduled maintenance is highly
recommended.

NOTE:
Wheel valve stem must be replaced as well when
installing new tires due to wear and tear in
existing tires.
Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as
little exposure to light as possible. Protect tires
from contact with oil, grease, and gasoline.
Replacement Tires
The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of
many characteristics. They should be inspected
regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation
pressures. The manufacturer strongly
recommends that you use tires equivalent to the
originals in size, quality and performance when
replacement is needed

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Tire and Loading Information placard or the
Vehicle Certification Label for the size designation of your tire. The Load Index and
Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the
original equipment tire sidewall.
For more information relating to the Load Index
and Speed Symbol of a tire

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It is recommended to replace the two front tires or
two rear tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire can
seriously affect your vehicle’s handling. If you
ever replace a wheel, make sure that the wheel’s
specifications match those of the original wheels.
It is recommended you contact an authorized tire
dealer or original equipment dealer with any
questions you may have on tire specifications or
capability. Failure to use equivalent replacement
tires may adversely affect the safety, handling,
and ride of your vehicle.
1 — Worn Tire
2 — New Tire
WARNING!
Tires and the spare tire should be replaced
after six years, regardless of the remaining
tread. Failure to follow this warning can result
in sudden tire failure. You could lose control
and have a collision resulting in serious injury
or death.
WARNING!
Do not use a tire, wheel size, load rating, or
speed rating other than that specified for
your vehicle. Some combinations of
unapproved tires and wheels may change
suspension dimensions and performance
characteristics, resulting in changes to
steering, handling, and braking of your
vehicle. This can cause unpredictable
handling and stress to steering and
suspension components. You could lose
control and have a collision resulting in
serious injury or death. Use only the tire and
wheel sizes with load ratings approved for
your vehicle.
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TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS
Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles
operate at different loads and perform different
steering, driving, and braking functions. For these
reasons, they wear at unequal rates. These
effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires.
Rotation will increase tread life, maintain traction
levels and contribute to a smooth, quiet ride.
To resolve this problem, tires should be rotated at
each service interval (approximately every
10,000 miles [16,000km]). More frequent
rotation is permissible if desired. The reasons for
any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected
prior to rotation being performed.
Tire Rotations Not Recommended — If Equipped
Due to different size tires and wheels on front and
rear axles tire rotation is not possible for:
2.0T GME Engine Equipped with a 225/40R19
front and 255/35R19 rear tires
2.9L V6 Engine Equipped with 19” tires and
wheels
Tire rotation contributes to the preservation of the
grip and traction performance on wet, muddy or
snowy roads, guaranteeing optimal drivability of
the vehicle. In the case of irregular wear of the tires identify
the cause and correct it as soon as possible, by
contacting an authorized dealer.
Tire Rotation for Directional Tires — If Equipped
Directional tires are equipped on the following:
2.0T GME Engine equipped with same size
tires and wheels on front and rear axles
The rotational direction of the tire must be taken
into consideration when rotating the tires. The
recommended rotation pattern for directional
tires is shown in the following diagram.
Tire Rotation
All Wheel Drive (AWD) Models
It is recommended to avoid situations with a large
difference in wear between the front and rear
tires and to strictly use Winter tires of the sizes
given on the tire placard.
The AWD system and the original tires are
developed together to ensure the vehicle’s best
performance. When changing the tires, it is
recommended to us the same “AR” marked tires,
to maintain the same level of performance and
component life.
DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY
GRADES
The following tire grading categories
were established by the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The specific grade rating assigned by
the tire's manufacturer in each
category is shown on the sidewall of the
tires on your vehicle.
All passenger vehicle tires must
conform to Federal safety requirements
in addition to these grades.
TREADWEAR
The Treadwear grade is a comparative
rating, based on the wear rate of the
tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified government
test course. For example, a tire graded
150 would wear one and one-half times
as well on the government course as a
tire graded 100. The relative
performance of tires depends upon the
actual conditions of their use, however,
and may depart significantly from the
norm due to variations in driving habits,
service practices, and differences in
road characteristics and climate. CAUTION!

Damage to the vehicle may occur if 225/40R19
front and 255/35R19 rear tires are rotated

CAUTION!
Damage to the vehicle may occur if 19” front
and rear tires are rotated
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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BRAKES
SUSPENSION
STEERING SYSTEM
ModelFront brakesRear brakesParking brake
2.0L Engine and 2.9L EngineDiscDiscElectric
CAUTION!
Water, ice and salt spread on the roads may deposit on the brake discs, reducing braking efficiency the first time the brakes are applied.
To obtain the maximum efficiency of the braking system, a bedding-in period of about 300 miles (500 km) is needed: during this period it is better to
avoid sharp, repeated and prolonged braking.
ModelFrontRear
2.0L Engine and 2.9L Engine Independent wheel
double-wishbone suspension Independent wheel with multi-link
system
ModelCurb-to-curb turning circleType
2.0L Engine 35.50 ft (10.80 m)Rack and pinion with electric power
steering
2.9L Engine 37.10 ft (11.30 m)Rack and pinion with electric power
steering
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INDEX
Dimmer SwitchHeadlight .................................................. 46
Door Ajar ................................................ 74, 76
Door Ajar Light ....................................... 74, 76
Door Locks Automatic ................................................. 27
Door Opener, Garage ................................... 39
Drive Train Control (DTC) System ..............130
Driving Modes .............................................. 92
Dynamic Steering Torque (DST) System ... 130
E
Electric Park Brake....................................... 84
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .. 97
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
System ........................................................130
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light... 75
Emergency In Case Of ......................................169, 171
SOS Emergency Call .............................. 169
Emergency, In Case Of Jump Starting .........................................175
Overheating ............................................ 178
Tow Hooks ..............................................180
Towing.....................................................179
Emission Control System Maintenance...... 80
Engine ......................................................... 224 Block Heater............................................. 83
Engine Coolant Level .............................190
Exhaust Gas Caution ....................167, 168
Fuel Requirements ................................ 230Jump Starting .........................................177
Overheating ............................................ 178 Engine Compartment ................................ 187
Engine Compartment (Washing) .............. 222
Engine Oil
Level Check ........................................... 188
Enhanced Accident Response
Feature .............................................. 155, 181
Ethanol ....................................................... 230
Exhaust Gas Cautions ...................... 167, 168 Exhaust System ......................................... 167
Exterior Lights .............................42, 167, 204
F
Flashers Turn Signals .....................................74, 167
Fluid Leaks ................................................. 167
Fog Lights, Rear ............................................44
Forward Collision Warning ........................ 138
Fuel Additives ................................................ 230
Clean Air................................................. 230
Ethanol ................................................... 230
Light ..........................................................76
Materials Added .................................... 230
Methanol................................................ 230
Fuses ................................................. 197, 198
G
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ................39
Gasoline, Clean Air .................................... 230
Gasoline, Reformulated ............................ 230
Gauges Engine Oil Temperature ...........................65
Fuel ...........................................................66 Speedometer ........................................... 66
Tachometer .............................................. 65
Glove Compartment Storage ...................... 55
GVWR .......................................................... 125
H
Hazard Warning Flashers .......................... 169
Head Restraints ........................................... 35
Head Rests ................................................... 35
Headlights .................................................... 42 Automatic ................................................. 43
Delay......................................................... 44
High Beam ............................................... 42
Switch ....................................................... 42
Headlights (Cleaning) ................................ 222
Heated Mirrors ............................................. 38
Heated Seats ............................................... 35
Heated Steering Wheel ............................... 29
Heater, Engine Block ................................... 83
Hill Start Assist (HSA) System ................... 131
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) ............... 39
Hood Closing ...................................................... 60Opening .................................................... 60
Hood Release ............................................... 60
I
Ignition .......................................................... 22 Switch ....................................................... 22
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ............................. 21
In Case Of Emergency ............................... 169
Installing Electrical/Electronic Devices ......... 3
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INDEX
R
Radial Ply Tires ...........................................214
Radio Transmitters And Mobile Phones ....... 4
Rear Camera ..............................................122
Rear Cross Path .........................................132
Reformulated Gasoline .............................. 230
Refueling Procedure ..................................124
Refueling The Vehicle ................................ 123
Refuelling.................................................... 231
Reminder, Seat Belt ...................................144
Remote ControlStarting System........................................ 23
Remote Keyless Entry .................................. 19
Remote Starting Exit Remote Start Mode .......................... 23
Remote Starting System ....................... 23, 81
Remote Trunk Release ................................ 61
Replacement Bulbs...........................202, 204
Replacement Tires ..................................... 215
Reporting Safety Defects ...........................237
Restraints, Child .........................................157
Rims And Tires ...........................................206
S
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ....................166
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle.................. 167
Safety Defects, Reporting ..........................237
Safety Information, Tire .............................206
Safety Tips ..................................................165
Safety, Exhaust Gas ...................................167
Saving Fuel .................................................126
Scheduled Servicing ..................................182
Scheduled Servicing Program (2.0 T4
MAir Engine Versions) ................................ 183 Scheduled Servicing Program (2.9 V6
Gasoline Engine Versions) ........................ 185
Seat Belt Reminder ......................................71
Seat Belts.......................................... 144, 166
Child Restraints ..................................... 157
Energy Management Feature ............... 148
Front Seat ..................................... 144, 145
Inspection .............................................. 166
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting .............. 146
Lap/Shoulder Belts ............................... 145
Pregnant Women................................... 148
Pretensioners ........................................ 148
Rear Seat ............................................... 145
Reminder ............................................... 144
Seat Belt Pretensioner .......................... 148
Untwisting Procedure ............................ 146
Seats ............................................... 30, 31, 33 Adjustment ................................. 30, 31, 33
Head Restraints .......................................35
Heated ...................................................... 35
Power ........................................................33
Security Alarm............................................... 24
Service Assistance .................................... 236
Service Contract ........................................ 236
Service Manuals ........................................ 238
Servicing Procedures ................................ 192
Shoulder Belts ........................................... 145
Signals, Turn ........................................74, 167
Snow Chains .............................................. 218
Snow Tires.................................................. 218
Spare Tires ................................................. 216 Speed Control
Accel/Decel .............................................. 99
Accel/Decel (ACC Only) ......................... 102
Cancel....................................................... 99Distance Setting (ACC Only) .................. 103
Resume .................................................... 99
Set ............................................................ 98
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ................... 97
Starting Button....................................................... 22Cold Weather ........................................... 82
Remote ..................................................... 23
Starting The Engine ..................................... 81
Steering Tilt Column ............................................... 28
Wheel, Heated ......................................... 29
Wheel, Tilt ................................................ 28
Steering System ......................................... 226
Stop/Start System ....................................... 94
Storage Console .................................................... 55
Glove Compartment ................................ 55
Suggestions For Driving............................. 126
Sun Roof .................................................58, 60
Sun Visor ...................................................... 37
Supplemental Restraint System –
Air Bag ........................................................ 150
Suspension ................................................ 226
Symbol Glossary .......................................... 14
Symbols ........................................................... 6
System, Remote Starting ............................ 23
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