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9. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir.See Washer Fluid 0313.
10. Engine Compartment Fuse Block
0322.
11. Remote Negative (-) Battery Terminal. See Jump Starting - North
America 0364.
Engine Oil
To ensure proper engine performance
and long life, careful attention must
be paid to engine oil. Following these
simple, but important steps will help
protect your investment:
.Use engine oil approved to the
proper specification and of the
proper viscosity grade. See
“Selecting the Right Engine Oil” in
this section.
.Check the engine oil level regularly
and maintain the proper oil level.
See “Checking Engine Oil” and
“When to Add Engine Oil” in this
section.
.Change the engine oil at the
appropriate time. See Engine Oil Life
System 0305.
.Always dispose of engine oil
properly. See “What to Do with Used
Oil” in this section.
Checking Engine Oil
Check the engine oil level regularly,
every 650 km (400 mi), especially prior
to a long trip. The engine oil dipstick
handle is a loop. See Engine
Compartment Overview 0300 for the
location.
{Warning
The engine oil dipstick handle may
be hot; it could burn you. Use a
towel or glove to touch the dipstick
handle.
If a low oil Driver Information Center
(DIC) message displays, check the oil
level.
Follow these guidelines:
.To get an accurate reading, park the
vehicle on level ground. Check the
engine oil level after the engine has
been off for at least two hours.
Checking the engine oil level on
steep grades or too soon after
engine shutoff can result in incorrect readings. Accuracy
improves when checking a cold
engine prior to starting. Remove the
dipstick and check the level.
.If unable to wait two hours, the
engine must be off for at least
15 minutes if the engine is warm,
or at least 30 minutes if the engine
is not warm. Pull out the dipstick,
wipe it with a clean paper towel or
cloth, then push it back in all the
way. Remove it again, keeping the
tip down, and check the level.
When to Add Engine Oil
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1. With a cold system, disconnect thevent line from the port near the
cap on the surge tank. Add coolant
to the indicated mark on the
surge tank.
2. Reconnect the vent line to the surge tank and replace the cap on
the surge tank.
3. Connect the vehicle to a battery charger.
4. Put the vehicle in Service Mode. See Ignition Positions 0225.
5. Turn off the air conditioning.
6. Set the parking brake. 7. At the same time, press the
accelerator and the brake for
automatic transmission vehicles for
two seconds, then release.
At the end of the cycle, check the
coolant level in the surge tank and
add coolant, if it is low. Turn off the
vehicle, allow the Engine Control
Module (ECM) to go to sleep, about
two minutes, and repeat steps 3-7.
Listen for pump activation and
movement of the control valves while
watching the level of the tank. If the
tank empties, turn the ignition off,
carefully remove the surge tank cap,
refill to the indicated mark and repeat
steps 3-6. The fill and air removal
process will run for approximately
10 minutes.
Engine Overheating
The vehicle has several indicators to
warn of the engine overheating.
There is an engine coolant
temperature gauge on the instrument
cluster. See Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge 0108. The vehicle may also
display a message on the Driver
Information Center (DIC). If the decision is made not to lift the
hood when this warning appears, get
service help right away. See
Roadside
Service 0401.
If the decision is made to lift the
hood, make sure the vehicle is parked
on a level surface. Then check to see if
the engine cooling fan is running.
If the engine is overheating, the fan
should be running. If it is not, do not
continue to run the engine. Have the
vehicle serviced.
Caution
Do not run the engine if there is a
leak in the engine cooling system.
This can cause a loss of all coolant
and can damage the system and
vehicle. Have any leaks fixed
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Battery - North America
The original equipment battery is
maintenance free. Do not remove the
cap and do not add fluid.
Refer to the replacement number on
the original battery label when a new
battery is needed. For replacement of
the battery, see your dealer.
The vehicle has an Absorbed Glass
Mat (AGM) 12-volt battery.
Installation of a standard 12-volt
battery will result in reduced 12-volt
battery life.
When using a 12-volt battery charger
on the 12-volt AGM battery, some
chargers have an AGM battery setting
on the charger. If available, use the
AGM setting on the charger, to limit
charge voltage to 14.8 volts.
Stop/Start System
This vehicle has a Stop/Start system
to shut off the engine to help
conserve fuel. SeeStop/Start System
0 227.{Warning
WARNING: Battery posts,
terminals and related accessories
can expose you to chemicals
including lead and lead compounds,
which are known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling. For
more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
See the warning on the back cover.
Vehicle Storage
{Warning
Batteries have acid that can burn
you and gas that can explode. You
can be badly hurt if you are not
careful. Always wear eye protection.
See Jump Starting - North America
0 364 for tips on working around a
battery without getting hurt.
Infrequent Usage: Remove the black,
negative (−) cable from the battery to
keep the battery from running down. Extended Storage: Remove the black,
negative (−) cable from the battery or
use a battery trickle charger.
All-Wheel Drive
Transfer Case
Under normal driving conditions,
transfer case fluid does not require
maintenance unless there is a fluid
leak or unusual noise. If required,
have the transfer case serviced by
your dealer.
Park Brake and P (Park)
Mechanism Check
{Warning
When you are doing this check, the
vehicle could begin to move. You or
others could be injured and
property could be damaged. Make
sure there is room in front of the
vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be
ready to apply the regular brake at
once should the vehicle begin
to move.

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FusesUsage
F22 Electronic Brake Control Module
F23 Parking/Trailer Lamps
F24 Right Trailer Stoplamp/Turnlamp
F25 Steering Column Lock
F26 –
F27 Left Trailer Stoplamp/ Turnlamp
F28 –
F29 –
F30 Washer Pump
F31 –
F32 –
F33 Fog Lamps
F34 Horn
F35 –
F36 Headlamp High-beam –Left
F37 Headlamp high-beam –Right Fuses
Usage
F38 Spare
F39 Transmission Control Module/Battery 1
F40 Left Rear Bus Electrical Center/DC
DC Ignition
F41 Instrument Cluster
F42 Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning/
Central Gateway
Module run crank
F43 Head-Up Display/ Reflective Light
Auxiliary
F44 Electronic Brake Control Module
Electric Brake
Booster/Run/Crank
F45 –
F46 –
F47 –
F48 Rear Wiper 2 Fuses
Usage
F49 Interior Rearview Mirror/Trailer/Rear
Heated Seat Run
Crank
F50 Fuel System Control Module/Fuel Tank
Zone Module Run
Crank
F51 Heated Steering Wheel
F52 Air Conditioning Clutch
F53 Coolant Pump
F54 –
F55 –
F56 Spare
F57 Engine Control Module/Ignition
F58 Transmission Control Module/Ignition
F59 Engine Control Module Battery
F60 –

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FusesUsage
F14 Spare/Left Front Heated Seat
F15 Instrument Panel Switch Bank
F16 Sunroof
F17 Body Control Module 1
F18 Instrument Cluster/ Head-up Display
F19 –
F20 Rear Seat Entertainment
F21 Body Control Module 4
F22 Infotainment/USB Data/Aux Jack
F23 Body Control Module 2
F24 USB Charger/ Wireless Charging
F25 Park Aid/Electronic Transmission Range
System Fuses
Usage
F26 Communications Integration Module
F27 Video/Night Vision Module
F28 Heating, Ventilation, and Air
Conditioning Display
F29 Radio
F30 Steering Wheel Adjustment Controls
F31 Electronic Brake Control Module
Electric Brake
Booster
F32 DC AC Inverter
F33 Driver Power Seat
F34 Passenger Power Seat
F35 Battery IEC 1 Feed
F36 Electric Power Steering Fuses
Usage
F37 Rear Seat entertainment/USB
Charge/Wireless
Charging Module/
Auxiliary Power
Outlet/Lighter
F38 Body Control Module 8
F39 –
Circuit
Breakers/
Minifuses Usage
F40 –
F41 –
F42 Auxiliary Power Outlet (CB)/Lighter
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Rear Compartment Fuse
Block
The rear compartment fuse block is in
the cargo area, on the driver side of
the vehicle behind the lower trim
panel. To open, turn the latch with a
flat-bladed tool and pull the trim
panel from the edges to fold it down.
The label for this fuse block is in the
spare tire area, on the foam under the
cargo floor.
The vehicle may not be equipped with
all of the fuses, relays, and features
shown.
FusesUsage
F1 –
F2 Trailer Battery 1 Fuses
Usage
F3 Driver Seat Belt Motor
F4 Rear Blower
F5 Rear Drive Control
F6 Passenger Seat Belt Motor
F7 Right Window
F8 Rear Window Defogger
F9 Left Window
F10 –
F11 Trailer Reverse
F12 –
F13 –
F14 –
F15 –
F16 –
F17 –

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FusesUsage
F18 Trailer Module/ Accessory Power
Module/Rechargeable
Energy Storage
System Ignition
F19 Ventilated Seats/Left Front Heated Seats
Run Crank
F20 –
F21 Trailer Connector
F22 –
F23 –
F24 Passenger Window Switch
F25 –
F26 Trailer Brake
F27 Driver Ventilated Seat/Lumbar
F28 Passive Entry/Passive Start
F29 –
F30 Canister Vent Fuses
Usage
F31 Rechargeable Energy Storage System
F32 Heated Mirror
F33 –
F34 Liftgate Module
F35 Fuel System Control Module/Fuel Tank
Zone Module
F36 Passenger Ventilated Seat/Lumbar
F37 External Amplifier Hybrid
F38 Window Module
F39 Rear Closure
F40 Memory Seat Module
F41 Automatic Occupancy Sensor
F42 Trailer Battery 2
F43 Blower Console
F44 –
F45 Liftgate Motor
F46 Rear Heated Seats Fuses
Usage
F47 –
F48 Glass Break Sensor
F49 –
F50 –
F51 –
F52 Active Dampening System Module
F53 –
F54 External Object Calculating/Side Blind
Zone Alert
F55 –
F56 Universal Garage Door Opener/Rain
Sensor
F57 Theft Deterrent
Circuit
Breakers Usage
CB1 –
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When the low tire pressure warning
light comes on:1. Park the vehicle in a safe, level place.
2. Set the parking brake firmly.
3. Place the vehicle in P (Park).
4. Add air to the tire that is underinflated. The turn signal lamp
will flash.
When the recommended pressure
is reached, the horn sounds once
and the turn signal lamp will stop
flashing and briefly turn solid.
Repeat these steps for all
underinflated tires that have
illuminated the low tire pressure
warning light.
{Warning
Overinflating a tire could cause the
tire to rupture and you or others
could be injured. Do not exceed the
maximum pressure listed on the
tire sidewall. See Tire Sidewall
Labeling 0332 and
Vehicle Load Limits 0220. If the tire is overinflated by more than
35 kPa (5 psi), the horn will sound
multiple times and the turn signal
lamp will continue to flash for several
seconds after filling stops. To release
and correct the pressure, while the
turn signal lamp is still flashing,
briefly press the center of the valve
stem. When the recommended
pressure is reached, the horn
sounds once.
If the turn signal lamp does not flash
within 15 seconds after starting to
inflate the tire, the tire fill alert has
not been activated or is not working.
If the hazard warning flashers are on,
the tire fill alert visual feedback will
not work properly.
The TPMS will not activate the tire fill
alert properly under the following
conditions:
.There is interference from an
external device or transmitter.
.The air pressure from the inflation
device is not sufficient to inflate
the tire.
.There is a malfunction in the TPMS.
.There is a malfunction in the horn
or turn signal lamps.
.The identification code of the TPMS
sensor is not registered to the
system.
.The battery of the TPMS sensor
is low.
If the tire fill alert does not operate
due to TPMS interference, move the
vehicle about 1 m (3 ft) back or
forward and try again. If the tire fill
alert feature is not working, use a tire
pressure gauge.
TPMS Sensor Matching Process
Each TPMS sensor has a unique
identification code. The identification
code needs to be matched to a new
tire/wheel position after rotating the
vehicle’s tires or replacing one or more
of the TPMS sensors. The TPMS
sensor matching process should also
be performed after replacing a spare
tire with a road tire containing the
TPMS sensor. The malfunction light
and the DIC message should go off at
the next ignition cycle. The sensors
are matched to the tire/wheel
positions, using a TPMS relearn tool,