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REFORMULATED GASOLINE     
Many areas of the country require the use of 
cleaner-burning gasoline referred to as 
“reformulated gasoline”. Reformulated gasoline 
contains oxygenates and are specifically blended 
to reduce vehicle emissions and improve air 
quality.
The use of reformulated gasoline is recommended. 
Properly blended reformulated gasoline will 
provide improved performance and durability of 
engine and fuel system components.
MATERIALS ADDED TO FUEL  
Besides using unleaded gasoline with the proper 
octane rating, gasolines that contain detergents, 
corrosion and stability additives are 
recommended. Using gasolines that have these 
additives will help improve fuel economy, reduce 
emissions, and maintain vehicle performance.
Designated TOP TIER Detergent 
Gasoline contains a higher level of 
detergents to further aide in minimizing 
engine and fuel system deposits. When 
available, the usage of TOP TIER Detergent 
Gasoline is recommended. Visit 
www.toptiergas.com for a list of TOP TIER 
Detergent Gasoline Retailers. Indiscriminate use of fuel system cleaning agents 
should be avoided. Many of these materials 
intended for gum and varnish removal may contain 
active solvents or similar ingredients. These can 
harm fuel system gasket and diaphragm materials.
GASOLINE/OXYGENATE BLENDS  
Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with 
oxygenates such as ethanol.
Problems that result from using gasoline 
containing more than 15% ethanol (E-15) or 
gasoline containing methanol are not the 
responsibility of the manufacturer and may void or 
not be covered under New Vehicle Limited 
Warranty.
DO NOT USE E-85 IN NON-FLEX FUEL 
V
EHICLES
Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible with 
gasoline containing up to 15% ethanol (E-15). Use 
of gasoline with higher ethanol content may void 
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with 
E-85 fuel, the engine will have some or all of these 
symptoms:
Operate in a lean mode.
OBD II Malfunction Indicator Light on.
Poor engine performance.
Poor cold start and cold drivability.
Increased risk for fuel system component 
corrosion.
CNG AND LP FUEL SYSTEM 
M
ODIFICATIONS
Modifications that allow the engine to run on 
Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) or Liquid Propane 
(LP) may result in damage to the engine, 
emissions, and fuel system components. Problems 
that result from running CNG or LP are not the 
responsibility of the manufacturer and may void or 
not be covered under the New Vehicle Limited 
Warranty.
CAUTION!
DO NOT use E-85, gasoline containing methanol, 
or gasoline containing more than 15% ethanol 
(E-15). Use of these blends may result in starting 
and drivability problems, damage critical fuel 
system components, cause emissions to exceed 
the applicable standard, and/or cause the 
Malfunction Indicator Light to illuminate. Please 
observe pump labels as they should clearly 
communicate if a fuel contains greater than 
15% ethanol (E-15).
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METHYLCYCLOPENTADIENYL 
M
ANGANESE TRICARBONYL (MMT) IN 
G
ASOLINE
MMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive 
that is blended into some gasoline to increase 
octane. Gasoline blended with MMT provides no 
performance advantage beyond gasoline of the 
same octane number without MMT. Gasoline 
blended with MMT reduces spark plug life and 
reduces emissions system performance in some 
vehicles. The manufacturer recommends that 
gasoline without MMT be used in your vehicle. The 
MMT content of gasoline may not be indicated on 
the gasoline pump; therefore, you should ask your 
gasoline retailer whether the gasoline contains 
MMT. MMT is prohibited in Federal and California 
reformulated gasoline.
FUEL SYSTEM CAUTIONS
NOTE:Intentional tampering with the emissions control 
system can result in civil penalties being assessed 
against you.
CAUTION!
Follow these guidelines to maintain your 
vehicle’s performance:
The use of leaded gasoline is prohibited by 
Federal law. Using leaded gasoline can impair 
engine performance and damage the emis -
sions control system.
An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition 
malfunctions can cause the catalytic 
converter to overheat. If you notice a pungent 
burning odor or some light smoke, your engine 
may be out of tune or malfunctioning and may 
require immediate service. Contact an autho -
rized dealer for service assistance.
The use of fuel additives, which are now being 
sold as octane enhancers, is not recom -
mended. Most of these products contain high 
concentrations of methanol. Fuel system 
damage or vehicle performance problems 
resulting from the use of such fuels or addi -
tives is not the responsibility of the manufac-
turer and may void or not be covered under 
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
CAUTION!
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INDEX
A
About Your Brakes......................................... 263
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control)..100
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............... 225Adding Fuel.................................................... 118Adding Washing Fluid.................................... 216Additives, Fuel............................................... 265AdjustForward....................................................... 32Rearward..................................................... 32Air Bag........................................................... 168Advance Front Air Bag............................... 168Air Bag Operation...................................... 170Air Bag Warning Light................................ 168Driver Knee Air Bag................................... 170Enhanced Accident Response......... 174, 209Event Data Recorder (EDR)....................... 209Front Air Bag............................................. 168If Deployment Occurs................................ 173Knee Impact Bolsters................................ 170Maintaining Your Air Bag System.............. 175Maintenance............................................. 175Redundant Air Bag Warning Light.............168Side Air Bags............................................. 170Transporting Pets...................................... 189
Air Bag Light.................................. 77, 168, 190
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter)... 218
Air Conditioner Maintenance........................ 218Air Conditioner Refrigerant.................. 218, 219Air Conditioner System...........................52, 218Air Conditioning Filter..............................55, 219Air Conditioning, Operating Tips....................... 55Air Filter........................................................ 218Air PressureTires......................................................... 250AlarmArm The System................................... 19, 20Rearm The System...................................... 20Security Alarm............................... 19, 20, 79Alarm SystemSecurity Alarm............................................. 19All Wheel DriveTowing...................................................... 209All Wheel Drive (AWD)................................... 228Alterations/ModificationsVehicle........................................................... 8Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................. 224, 267Disposal................................................... 225Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)...................... 145Anti-Lock Warning Light................................... 79
Arming SystemSecurity Alarm.............................................19Assist, Hill Start............................................. 150Audio Systems (Radio).................................. 128Auto Down Power Windows..............................62Automatic Door Locks......................................25Automatic Headlights.......................................46Automatic High Beams.....................................45Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)..............54Automatic Transmission...................................92Adding Fluid..................................... 228, 269Fluid And Filter Change............................. 228Fluid Change............................................. 228Fluid Level Check...................................... 227Fluid Type........................................ 228, 269Special Additives...................................... 227
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode...25, 95
AutoPark..........................................................87AutostickOperation.....................................................96AUX Cord..........................................................58Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet)..........60AWDTowing...................................................... 209Axle Fluid....................................................... 269Axle Lubrication............................................ 269
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Folding Rear Seats
.......................................... 30Forward Collision Warning............................. 155Four-Way Hazard Flasher............................... 193Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................................. 206Fuel............................................................... 264Additives................................................... 265Clean Air.................................................... 265Ethanol...................................................... 265Gasoline.................................................... 264Gauge.......................................................... 80Materials Added........................................ 265Methanol................................................... 265Octane Rating................................. 264, 268Requirements........................................... 264Specifications............................................ 268Tank Capacity............................................ 267Fuses............................................................. 228
G
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink).................... 40Gasoline, Clean Air........................................ 265Gasoline, Reformulated................................. 265Gauges Fuel............................................................. 80Gear Ranges.................................................... 93Glass Cleaning............................................... 262Gross Axle Weight Rating..................... 119, 121Gross Vehicle Weight Rating................ 119, 120GVWR............................................................ 119
H
HazardDriving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Water
.................................... 127Hazard Warning Flashers.............................. 193Head Restraints........................................ 35, 36Head Rests............................................... 35, 36Headlights.................................................... 240Automatic.................................................... 46Cleaning................................................... 260High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch.......... 45Lights On Reminder..................................... 47On With Wipers............................................ 46Passing........................................................ 46Switch.......................................................... 44Time Delay................................................... 46Washers................................................... 216Heated Mirrors................................................. 39Heated Seats................................................... 33Heater, Engine Block....................................... 89
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch... 45
Hill Start Assist.............................................. 150HitchesTrailer Towing........................................... 122Holder, Coin..................................................... 57HomeLink (Garage Door Opener)..................... 40Hood Prop........................................................ 65Hood Release.................................................. 65
I
Ignition.............................................................15Switch..........................................................15Inside Rearview Mirror........................... 37, 193Instrument Cluster....................................68, 70Descriptions.................................................83Display.................................................. 70, 73Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning................... 262Interior Appearance Care.............................. 261Interior Lights...................................................48
J
Jack Location................................................ 198Jack Operation.............................................. 198Jacking Instructions...................................... 198Jump Starting................................................ 201
K
Key FobArm The System
...........................................19Unlatch The Trunk.......................................13Key Fob Battery Service 
(Remote Keyless Entry)....................................13Keyless Enter 'n Go™................................ 23, 86Enter The Trunk...........................................13Passive Entry...............................................23Passive Entry Programming.........................23Keys.................................................................12Replacement...............................................14
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