
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE45
To turn on the headlights, rotate the headlight 
switch clockwise. When the headlight switch is on, 
the parking lights, taillights, license plate light and 
instrument panel lights are also turned on. To turn 
off the headlights, rotate the headlight switch back 
to the O (off) position.
For vehicles sold in Canada, rotate the headlight 
switch clockwise from the parking lights and 
instrument panel lights position to the AUTO 
position for automatic headlights. Rotate to the 
second detent to turn on headlights, parking lights, 
and instrument panel lights operation.
MULTIFUNCTION LEVER  
The multifunction lever is located on the left side of 
the steering column.
Multifunction Lever
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRLS)  
The Daytime Running Lights will turn on when the 
engine is started and will remain on unless the 
headlights are turned to the on position, the 
parking brake is applied, or the ignition is placed in 
the OFF position.
NOTE:
For vehicles sold in Canada, the Daytime 
Running Lights will automatically deactivate 
when the front fog lights are turned on.
If allowed by law in the country in which the 
vehicle was purchased, the Daytime Running 
Lights can be turned on and off using the 
Uconnect system  Ú page 129.
On some vehicles, the Daytime Running Lights 
may deactivate or reduce intensity on one side 
of the vehicle (when a turn signal is activated on 
that side), or on both sides of the vehicle (when 
the hazard warning lights are activated).
HIGH/LOW BEAM SWITCH  
Push the multifunction lever toward the instrument 
panel to switch the headlights to high beams. 
Pulling the multifunction lever back will turn the 
low beams on.
AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM — IF EQUIPPED 
The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control 
system provides increased forward lighting at night 
by automating high beam control through the use 
of a digital camera mounted on the inside rearview 
mirror. This camera detects vehicle specific light 
and automatically switches from high beams to low 
beams until the approaching vehicle is out of view.
NOTE:
The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control 
can be turned on or off by selecting or dese -
lecting “Auto High Beam” within Uconnect 
Settings  Ú page 129, as well as turning the 
headlight switch to the AUTO position.
Broken, muddy, or obstructed headlights and 
taillights of vehicles in the field of view will 
cause headlights to remain on longer (closer to 
the vehicle). Also, dirt, film, and other obstruc -
tions on the windshield or camera lens will 
cause the system to function improperly.
If the windshield or Automatic High Beam Head -
lamp Control mirror is replaced, the mirror must 
be re-aimed to ensure proper performance. See 
a local authorized dealer.
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FLASH-TO-PASS  
You can signal another vehicle with your headlights 
by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you. 
This will cause the high beam headlights to turn on, 
and remain on, until the lever is released.
AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHTS 
This system automatically turns the headlights on 
or off according to ambient light levels. To turn the 
system on, rotate the headlight switch 
counterclockwise to the AUTO position. When the 
system is on, the headlight time delay feature is 
also on. This means the headlights will stay on for 
up to 90 seconds after placing the ignition in the 
OFF position. The headlight time delay can be 
programmed 0/30/60/90 seconds within 
Uconnect Settings  Úpage 129.
To turn the automatic system off, move the 
headlight switch out of the AUTO position.
NOTE:The engine must be running before the headlights 
will come on in the automatic mode.
PARKING LIGHTS 
To turn on the parking lights and instrument panel 
lights, rotate the headlight switch clockwise. To 
turn off the parking lights, rotate the headlight 
switch back to the O (off) position.
NOTE:For vehicles sold in Canada, rotate the headlight 
switch to the AUTO position to turn off the parking 
lights.
HEADLIGHTS ON WITH WIPERS
If your vehicle is equipped with Automatic 
Headlights, it also has this 
customer-programmable feature. When your 
headlights are in the automatic mode and the 
engine is running, they will automatically turn on 
when the wiper system is on. This feature is 
programmable through the Uconnect system  
Ú page 129.
NOTE:When your headlights come on during the daytime, 
the instrument panel lights will automatically dim 
to the lower nighttime intensity.
ADAPTIVE BI-XENON HIGH INTENSITY 
D
ISCHARGE HEADLIGHTS — 
I
F EQUIPPED
This system automatically swivels the headlight 
beam pattern horizontally to provide increased 
illumination in the direction the vehicle is being 
steered.
NOTE:
Each time the Adaptive Headlight system is 
turned on, the headlights will initialize by 
performing a brief sequence of rotations.
The Adaptive Headlight system is active only 
when the vehicle is moving forward.
The Adaptive Headlight system can be turned on or 
off using the Uconnect system  Ú page 129.
HEADLIGHT TIME DELAY 
To assist when exiting the vehicle, the headlight 
delay feature will leave the headlights on for up to 
90 seconds. This delay is initiated when the 
ignition is placed in the OFF position while the 
headlight switch is on, and then the headlight 
switch is cycled off within 45 seconds. Headlight 
delay can be canceled by either turning the 
headlight switch on then off, or by placing the 
ignition in the ON position.
NOTE:
This feature can be programmed through the 
Uconnect system  Úpage 129.
If you turn the headlights off before the ignition, 
they will turn off in the normal manner.
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RAIN SENSING WIPERS — IF EQUIPPED 
This feature senses rain or snowfall on the 
windshield and automatically activates the wipers. 
Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to one of 
four settings to activate this feature.
The sensitivity of the system can be adjusted with 
the multifunction lever. Wiper delay position 1 is 
the least sensitive, and wiper delay position 4 is 
the most sensitive.
Wiper delay position three should be used for 
normal rain conditions.
NOTE:
The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when 
the wiper switch is in the low or high-speed posi -
tion.
The Rain Sensing feature may not function prop -
erly when ice, or dried salt water is present on 
the windshield.
Use of Rain-X or products containing wax or sili-
cone may reduce Rain Sensing performance.
The Rain Sensing feature can be turned on and 
off using the Uconnect system  Ú page 129.The Rain Sensing system has protection features 
for the wiper blades and arms, and will not operate 
under the following conditions:
Low Ambient Temperature
 — When the ignition 
is first placed in the ON position, the Rain 
Sensing system will not operate until the wiper 
switch is moved, vehicle speed is greater than 
3 mph (5 km/h), or the outside temperature is 
greater than 32°F (0°C).
Transmission In NEUTRAL Position — When the 
ignition is ON, and the automatic transmission 
is in the NEUTRAL position, the Rain Sensing 
system will not operate until the wiper switch is 
moved, vehicle speed is greater than 3 mph 
(5 km/h), or the gear selector is moved out of 
the NEUTRAL position.
Remote Start Mode Inhibit  — On vehicles 
equipped with a Remote Start system, Rain 
Sensing wipers are not operational when the 
vehicle is in Remote Start mode.
CAUTION!
Turn the windshield wipers off when driving 
through an automatic car wash. Damage to 
the windshield wipers may result if the wiper 
control is left in any position other than off.
In cold weather, always turn off the wiper 
switch and allow the wipers to return to the 
park position before turning off the engine. If 
the wiper switch is left on and the wipers 
freeze to the windshield, damage to the wiper 
motor may occur when the vehicle is 
restarted.
Always remove any buildup of snow that 
prevents the windshield wiper blades from 
returning to the off position. If the windshield 
wiper control is turned off and the blades 
cannot return to the off position, damage to 
the wiper motor may occur.
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To provide you with maximum comfort in the 
Automatic mode during cold start-ups, the blower 
fan will remain on low until the engine warms up. 
The blower will increase in speed and transition 
into Auto mode.
Manual Operation Override
This system offers a full complement of manual 
override features. The AUTO symbol in the front 
ATC display will be turned off when the system is 
being used in the manual mode.
CLIMATE VOICE COMMANDS
Adjust vehicle temperatures hands-free and keep 
everyone comfortable while you keep moving 
ahead.
Push the VR button. After the beep, say one of the 
following commands:
“ Set the driver temperature to  70 degrees ”
“Set the passenger temperature to  70 degrees ”
TIP:Voice Command for Climate may only be used to 
adjust the interior temperature of your vehicle. 
Voice Command will not work to adjust the heated 
seats or steering wheel if equipped.
OPERATING TIPS 
Refer to the chart at the end of this section for 
suggested control settings for various weather 
conditions.
Summer Operation
The engine cooling system must be protected with 
a high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper 
corrosion protection and to protect against engine 
overheating. OAT coolant (conforming to 
MS.90032) is recommended.
Winter Operation
To ensure the best possible heater and defroster 
performance, make sure the engine cooling 
system is functioning properly and the proper 
amount, type, and concentration of coolant is 
used. Use of the Air Recirculation mode during 
Winter months is not recommended, because it 
may cause window fogging.
Vacation/Storage  
For information on maintaining the Climate Control 
system when the vehicle is being stored for an 
extended period of time, see  Ú page 260.
Window Fogging 
Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild, 
rainy, and/or humid weather. To clear the 
windows, select Defrost or Mix mode and increase 
the front blower speed. Do not use the 
Recirculation mode without A/C for long periods, 
as fogging may occur.
Outside Air Intake
Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of 
the windshield, is free of obstructions, such as 
leaves. Leaves collected in the air intake may 
reduce airflow, and if they enter the air distribution 
box, they could plug the water drains. In Winter 
months, make sure the air intake is clear of ice, 
slush, and snow.
Cabin Air Filter   
The Climate Control system filters out dust and 
pollen from the air. Contact an authorized dealer to 
service your cabin air filter, and to have it replaced 
when needed.
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Power Outlet Fuse Locations
WINDOWS 
POWER WINDOW CONTROLS
The window controls on the driver's door control all 
the door windows.
 Power Window Switches
The passenger door windows can also be operated 
by using the single window controls on the 
passenger door trim panel. The window controls 
will operate only when the ignition is in the ACC or 
ON/RUN position.
NOTE:The power window switches will remain active for 
up to 10 minutes after the ignition is placed in the 
OFF position. Opening either front door will cancel 
this feature. The timing is programmable within 
Uconnect Settings  Ú page 129.
1 — #12 Fuse 20 Amp Yellow Instrument Panel 
Power Outlet/Dual USB Charge Only Ports
2 — #38 Fuse 20 Amp Yellow Center Console 
Power Outlet/Media Hub
WARNING!
To avoid serious injury or death:
Only devices designed for use in this type of 
outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt 
outlet.
Do not touch with wet hands.
Close the lid when not in use and while driving 
the vehicle.
If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an 
electric shock and failure.
CAUTION!
Many accessories that can be plugged in draw 
power from the vehicle's battery even when 
not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventu
-
ally, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle's 
battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade 
battery life and/or prevent the engine from 
starting.
Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., 
coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will 
degrade the battery even more quickly. Only 
use these intermittently and with greater 
caution.
After the use of high power draw accessories 
or long periods of the vehicle not being started 
(with accessories still plugged in), the vehicle 
must be driven a sufficient length of time to 
allow the alternator to recharge the vehicle's 
battery.
Power outlets are designed for accessory 
plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory 
or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper 
use of the power outlet can cause damage.
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70GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL  
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 
1. Tachometer
Indicates the engine speed in revolutions 
per minute (RPM x 1000).
2. Instrument Cluster Display
When the appropriate conditions exist, this 
display shows the instrument cluster 
display messages  Ú page 70.
3. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
4. Temperature Gauge
The temperature gauge shows engine 
coolant temperature. Any reading within the 
normal range indicates that the engine 
cooling system is operating satisfactorily.
The gauge pointer will likely indicate a 
higher temperature when driving in hot 
weather, up mountain grades, or when 
towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to 
exceed the upper limits of the normal oper -
ating range. 5. Fuel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the 
fuel tank when the Keyless Push Button 
Ignition is in the ON/RUN position.
 The fuel pump symbol points to 
the side of the vehicle where the 
fuel door is located.
NOTE:The warning / indicator Lights will briefly illuminate 
for a bulb check when the ignition is first cycled.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
Your vehicle is equipped with an instrument cluster 
display, which offers useful information to the 
driver. With the ignition in the OFF mode, opening/
closing of a door will activate the display for 
viewing, and display the total miles, or kilometers, 
in the odometer. Your instrument cluster display is 
designed to display important information about 
your vehicle’s systems and features. Using a driver 
interactive display located on the instrument 
panel, your instrument cluster display can show 
you how systems are working and give you 
warnings when they are not. The steering wheel 
mounted controls allow you to scroll through the 
main menus and submenus. You can access the 
specific information you want and make selections 
and adjustments.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or 
others could be badly burned by steam or boiling 
coolant. It is recommended to call an authorized 
dealer for service if your vehicle overheats  
Ú page 224.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system could 
damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge 
reads “H,” pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the 
vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until 
the pointer drops back into the normal range. If 
the pointer remains on the “H,” turn the engine 
off immediately and call an authorized dealer for 
service.
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For Screen Setup: 
OK  button allows user to enter menu and 
submenus.
Within each submenu layer, the  up  and 
down   arrow buttons will allow the user to 
select the item of interest.
Pushing the  OK button makes the selection. A 
confirmation screen will appear, returning the 
user to the first page of the submenu.
Pushing the  left  arrow button will exit each 
submenu layer and return to the main menu.
For the Trip and Fuel Economy menus: 
Information is reset by pushing and holding the 
OK  button.
ENGINE OIL LIFE RESET 
Oil Change Required
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change 
indicator system. The “Oil Change Required” 
message will display in the instrument cluster 
display for five seconds after a single chime has 
sounded, to indicate the next scheduled oil change 
interval. The engine oil change indicator system is 
duty cycle based, which means the engine oil 
change interval may fluctuate, dependent upon 
your personal driving style. Unless reset, this message will continue to display 
each time you place the ignition in the ON/RUN 
position. To turn off the message temporarily, push 
and release the 
OK or arrow buttons. To reset the 
oil change indicator system (after performing the 
scheduled maintenance), refer to the following 
procedure.
Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — 
Ignition
Use the steering wheel instrument cluster display 
controls for the following procedure(s):
1. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the  ENGINE START/STOP button and place the 
ignition in the ON/RUN position (do not start 
the engine).
2. Push and release the  down  arrow button to 
scroll downward through the main menu to 
“Vehicle Info.”
3. Push and release the  right   arrow button to 
access the ”Oil Life” screen.
4. Push and hold the  OK button to reset oil life. If 
conditions are met, the gauge and numeric 
display will update to show 100%. If conditions 
are not met a pop-up message of "To reset oil 
life engine must be off with ignition in run" will 
be displayed (for five seconds), and the user 
will remain at the Oil Life screen. 5. Push and release the 
up  or down   arrow 
button to exit the submenu screen.
NOTE:If the indicator message illuminates when you start 
the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not 
reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
Secondary Method Of Resetting Engine Oil Life
1. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the  ENGINE START/STOP button and place the 
ignition to the ON/RUN position (do not start 
the engine).
2. Fully press the accelerator pedal, slowly, three  times within ten seconds.
3. Without pushing the brake pedal, push the  ENGINE START/STOP button once to return the 
ignition to the OFF position.
NOTE:If the indicator message illuminates when you start 
the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not 
reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
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Restore Default
OK
Cancel
Current Gear
On
Off
Odometer
Show
Hide
Fuel Gauge
Standard
Detailed
BATTERY SAVER ON/BATTERY SAVER 
M
ODE MESSAGE — ELECTRICAL LOAD 
R
EDUCTION ACTIONS — IF EQUIPPED   
This vehicle is equipped with an Intelligent Battery 
Sensor (IBS) to perform additional monitoring of 
the electrical system and status of the vehicle 
battery.
In cases when the IBS detects charging system 
failure, or the vehicle battery conditions are 
deteriorating, electrical load reduction actions will 
take place to extend the driving time and distance 
of the vehicle. This is done by reducing power to or 
turning off non-essential electrical loads.
Load reduction is only active when the engine is 
running. It will display a message if there is a risk 
of battery depletion to the point where the vehicle 
may stall due to lack of electrical supply, or will not 
restart after the current drive cycle.
When load reduction is activated, the message 
“Battery Saver On” or “Battery Saver Mode” will 
appear in the instrument cluster. These messages indicate the vehicle battery has a 
low state of charge and continues to lose electrical 
charge at a rate that the charging system cannot 
sustain.NOTE:
The charging system is independent from load 
reduction. The charging system performs a diag
-
nostic on the charging system continuously.
If the Battery Charge Warning Light is on it may 
indicate a problem with the charging system  
Ú page 78.
The electrical loads that may be switched off (if 
equipped), and vehicle functions which can be 
affected by load reduction:
Heated Seat/Vented Seats/Heated Wheel —
If Equipped
Heated/Cooled Cup Holders — If Equipped
Rear Defroster And Heated Mirrors
HVAC System
115 Volts AC Power Inverter System
Audio and Telematics System
Center
Compass Outside Temp Time
Range to 
Empty Average (MPG, 
L/100 km, or 
km/L)Current (MPG, 
L/100 km, or 
km/L)
Trip A Distance Trip B Distance Audio 
Information
Menu Title Digital Speed None
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