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TRAILER TOWING ................................................ 115 Common Towing Definitions ......................... 115Trailer Hitch Classification ............................ 117
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer
Weight Ratings) ............................................. 117
Trailer And Tongue Weight ........................... 118
Towing Requirements ................................... 118Towing Tips ................................................... 120
RECREATIONAL TOWING
(BEHIND MOTORHOME) ..................................... 121
DRIVING TIPS ....................................................... 121
Driving On Slippery Surfaces ........................ 121
Driving Through Water ................................. 122
MULTIMEDIA
UCONNECT SYSTEMS ......................................... 123
CYBERSECURITY ................................................. 123
UCONNECT SETTINGS ........................................ 123Customer Programmable Features .............. 124
UCONNECT INTRODUCTION................................ 137
System Overview .......................................... 137
Drag & Drop Menu Bar ................................. 140Safety And General Information ................... 140 UCONNECT MODES ............................................. 141
Steering Wheel Audio Controls —
If Equipped..................................................... 141Radio Mode .................................................. 142
Media Mode .................................................. 150
Phone Mode ................................................. 152
ANDROID AUTO™ & APPLE CARPLAY® —
IF EQUIPPED ........................................................ 162
Android Auto™ .............................................. 162
Apple CarPlay® ............................................. 165Android Auto™ And Apple CarPlay® Tips
And Tricks ...................................................... 167
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES ..... 167
Regulatory And Safety Information .............. 167SAFETY
SAFETY FEATURES .............................................. 168 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 168
Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System ....... 169
AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS.......................... 174
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) —
If Equipped..................................................... 174Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With
Mitigation Operation ..................................... 177
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .... 179 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ................... 183
Occupant Restraint Systems Features ....... 183
Important Safety Precautions ...................... 183
Seat Belt Systems ........................................ 184
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) ...... 190Child Restraints ............................................. 198
SAFETY TIPS ........................................................ 209
Transporting Passengers.............................. 209
Transporting Pets ......................................... 209
Connected Vehicles ...................................... 209
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside
The Vehicle ................................................... 210
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make
Outside The Vehicle ...................................... 211
Exhaust Gas................................................... 211
Carbon Monoxide Warnings ......................... 212

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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ........................ 213
ASSIST AND SOS MIRROR — IF EQUIPPED...... 213
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING.......................... 216 Preparations For Jacking .............................. 216Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage .............. 217
Jacking Instructions ...................................... 218
TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED ..................... 221
Tire Service Kit Storage ................................ 221

Tire Service Kit Components And Operation ....221
Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions .............. 221
Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit .............. 223
JUMP STARTING .................................................. 225
Preparations For Jump Start......................... 226Jump Starting Procedure .............................. 226
REFUELING IN EMERGENCY .............................. 227
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ........................... 228
MANUAL PARK RELEASE–8–SPEED
TRANSMISSION.................................................... 229 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ............................... 231
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ......................... 232 All Wheel Drive (AWD) Models ...................... 233Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) Models ................ 233
Without The Key Fob ..................................... 233
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
(EARS) .................................................................. 233
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ........................ 233
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING ................................... 234
3.6L And 5.7L Engines ................................. 234
ENGINE COMPARTMENT .................................... 238
3.6L Engine .................................................. 238
5.7L Engine .................................................. 239
Checking Oil Level ......................................... 240
Adding Washer Fluid ..................................... 240
Maintenance-Free Battery ........................... 241Pressure Washing ......................................... 241 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ..................................... 241
Engine Oil....................................................... 242Engine Oil Filter ............................................. 242Engine Air Cleaner Filter .............................. 243
Air Conditioner Maintenance ....................... 243
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ................... 244Body Lubrication ........................................... 245
Windshield Wiper Blades.............................. 245
Exhaust System ............................................. 247Cooling System ............................................. 248Brake System ............................................... 251Automatic Transmission ............................... 251
Rear Axle........................................................ 252
Fuses.............................................................. 252
Bulb Replacement ........................................ 261
TIRES ..................................................................... 264
Tire Safety Information ................................ 264Tires — General Information ........................ 273Tire Types....................................................... 276Spare Tires — If Equipped............................. 277Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ........................ 279Snow Traction Devices ................................. 280
Tire Rotation Recommendations ................. 281

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE21
The Vehicle Security system is designed to protect
your vehicle. However, you can create conditions
where the system will give you a false alarm. If one
of the previously described arming sequences has
occurred, the Vehicle Security system will arm,
regardless of whether you are in the vehicle or not.
If you remain in the vehicle and open a door, the
alarm will sound. If this occurs, disarm the Vehicle
Security system.
If the Vehicle Security system is armed and the
battery becomes disconnected, the Vehicle
Security system will remain armed when the
battery is reconnected; the exterior lights will flash,
and the horn will sound. If this occurs, disarm the
Vehicle Security system.
REARMING OF THE SYSTEM
If something triggers the alarm and no action is
taken to disarm it, the Vehicle Security system will
turn the horn off after a 29 second cycle (with five
seconds between cycles and up to eight cycles if
the trigger remains active) and then rearm itself.
SECURITY SYSTEM MANUAL OVERRIDE
The Vehicle Security system will not arm if you lock
the doors using the manual door lock.
TAMPER ALERT
If something has triggered the Vehicle Security
system in your absence, the horn will sound three
times and the exterior lights will blink three times
when you disarm the Vehicle Security system.
DELUXE VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED
The Deluxe Vehicle Security system monitors the
doors, hood latch, and trunk for unauthorized entry
and the ignition switch for unauthorized operation.
The system also includes a dual function intrusion
sensor and vehicle tilt sensor. The intrusion sensor
monitors the vehicle interior for motion. The
vehicle tilt sensor monitors the vehicle for any
tilting actions (tow away, tire removal, ferry
transport, etc.).
If a perimeter violation triggers the security system,
the horn will sound for 29 seconds and the exterior
lights will flash followed by approximately five
seconds of no activity. This will continue for eight
cycles if no action is taken to disarm the system.
TO ARM THE SYSTEM
Follow these steps to arm the security system:

1. Make sure the vehicle ignition system is OFF.

2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the vehicle:
Push lock on the interior power door lock
switch with the driver and/or passenger
door open.
Push the lock button on the exterior Passive
Entry door handle with a key fob available in
the same exterior zone Ú page 24.
Push the lock button on the key fob.
3. If any doors, windows, or the sunroof (if equipped) are open, close them.
NOTE:
When armed, the interior motion sensor detects
movement within the vehicle's interior,
including moving objects (i.e. people and pets)
and air currents through open windows or the
sunroof. The windows and sunroof should be
closed, and moving objects should not be left in
the vehicle when the intrusion detection is
armed, otherwise false alarms can occur.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE27

Manual Tilt/Telescoping Control Handle

To unlock the steering column, push the control
downward (toward the floor). To tilt the steering
column, move the steering wheel upward or
downward as desired. To lengthen or shorten the
steering column, pull the steering wheel outward
or push it inward as desired. To lock the steering
column in position, push the control upward until
fully engaged.
POWER TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING
C
OLUMN — IF EQUIPPED
This feature allows you to tilt the steering column
upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen
or shorten the steering column. The power tilt/
telescoping steering column control is located
below the multifunction lever on the steering
column.

Power Tilt/Telescoping Switch

Use the four-way control to adjust the steering
column.
NOTE:For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory
Settings, use the key fob or the memory switch on
the driver's door trim panel to return the tilt/tele -
scopic steering column to saved positions
Ú page 29.
HEATED STEERING WHEEL —
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F EQUIPPED
The steering wheel contains a heating
element that helps warm your hands in
cold weather. The heated steering wheel
has only one temperature setting. Once
the heated steering wheel has been turned on, it
will stay on until the operator turns it off. The
heated steering wheel may not turn on when it is
already warm.
The heated steering wheel button is located on the
center of the instrument panel below the radio
screen, and within the Climate or Controls screen
of the touchscreen.
Press the heated steering wheel button once to
turn the heating element on.
Press the heated steering wheel button a
second time to turn the heating element off.
WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering column while driving.
Adjusting the steering column while driving, or
driving with the steering column unlocked, could
cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
Failure to follow this warning may result in
serious injury or death.
WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering column while driving.
Adjusting the steering column while driving, or
driving with the steering column unlocked, could
cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
Failure to follow this warning may result in
serious injury or death.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE37
Rear Head Restraints
The center head restraint has two adjustable
positions: up or down. When the center seat is
being occupied, the head restraint should be in the
raised position. When there are no occupants in
the center seat, the head restraint can be lowered
for maximum visibility for the driver. To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the
head restraint. To lower the head restraint, push
the adjustment button located at the base of the
head restraint and push downward on the head
restraint.

Adjustment Button

NOTE:
The head restraint should only be removed by
qualified technicians, for service purposes only.
If the center rear head restraint requires
removal, see an authorized dealer.
The outboard head restraints are not adjust -
able.
Front Head Restraint Removal
To remove the head restraint, raise it up as far as
it can go. Then, push the adjustment button and
the release button at the base of each post while
pulling the head restraint up. To reinstall the head
restraint, put the head restraint posts into the
holes. Then, adjust it to the appropriate height.
NOTE:Do not reposition the head restraint 180 degrees
to the incorrect position in an attempt to gain addi -
tional clearance to the back of the head.
WARNING!

A loose head restraint thrown forward in a colli -
sion or hard stop could cause serious injury or
death to occupants of the vehicle. Always
securely stow removed head restraints in a
location outside the occupant compartment.

ALL the head restraints MUST be reinstalled in
the vehicle to properly protect the occupants.
Follow the reinstallation instructions prior to
operating the vehicle or occupying a seat.
Do not place items over the top of the Reac -
tive Head Restraint, such as coats, seat
covers or portable DVD players. These items
may interfere with the operation of the Reac -
tive Head Restraint in the event of a collision
and could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING!
ALL the head restraints MUST be reinstalled in
the vehicle to properly protect the occupants.
Follow the reinstallation instructions prior to
operating the vehicle or occupying a seat.
WARNING!

A loose head restraint thrown forward in a colli -
sion or hard stop could cause serious injury or
death to occupants of the vehicle. Always
securely stow removed head restraints in a
location outside the occupant compartment.

ALL the head restraints MUST be reinstalled in
the vehicle to properly protect the occupants.
Follow the reinstallation instructions prior to
operating the vehicle or occupying a seat.
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38GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
MIRRORS
INSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR
Manual Mirror— If Equipped
The rearview mirror can be adjusted up, down, left,
and right. The mirror should be adjusted to center
on the view through the rear window.
Headlight glare from vehicles behind you can be
reduced by moving the small control under the
mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the
vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted while set in
the day position (toward the windshield).

Adjusting Rearview Mirror

Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped
The rearview mirror can be adjusted up, down, left,
and right. The mirror should be adjusted to center
on the view through the rear window.
This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight
glare from vehicles behind you.
NOTE:The Automatic Dimming Mirror feature is disabled
when the vehicle is in REVERSE to improve the
driver’s rear view.
The Automatic Dimming feature can be turned on
or off through the Uconnect system Ú page 123.

Automatic Dimming Mirror

ILLUMINATED VANITY MIRRORS
To access an illuminated vanity mirror, flip down
one of the visors and lift the cover.

Illuminated Vanity Mirror

Sun Visor “Slide-On-Rod” Feature —
If Equipped
The sun visor “Slide-On-Rod” feature allows for
additional flexibility in positioning the sun visor to
block out the sun.

1. Fold down the sun visor.

2. Unclip the visor from the corner clip.
3. Pivot the sun visor toward the side window.
4. Extend the sun visor for additional sun blockage.
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning,
never spray any cleaning solution directly onto
the mirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth
and wipe the mirror clean.

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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.
NOTE:
Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight
and fog light (if equipped) lenses that are lighter
and less susceptible to stone breakage than
glass lights. Plastic is not as scratch resistant as
glass and therefore different lens cleaning
procedures must be followed.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the
lenses and reducing light output, avoid wiping
with a dry cloth. To remove road dirt, wash with
a mild soap solution followed by rinsing.
MULTIFUNCTION LEVER
The multifunction lever is located on the left side of
the steering column.

Multifunction Lever

DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRLS) —
I
F EQUIPPED
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 123.
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 123, as well as turning the
headlight switch to the AUTO position.
CAUTION!
Do not use abrasive cleaning components,
solvents, steel wool or other abrasive materials
to clean the lenses.
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46GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
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.
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 Ú page 123.
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:Vehicles sold in Canada are equipped with a head -
light switch with an AUTO and ON detent but
without an OFF detent. Headlights will be deacti -
vated when the headlight switch is placed in the
parking lights position. However, the Daytime
Running Lights (DRLs) will be activated along with
the front and rear marker lights. The DRLs may be
deactivated when the parking brake is engaged.
AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHTS ON WITH
W
IPERS — IF EQUIPPED
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 123.
NOTE:When your headlights come on during the daytime,
the instrument panel lights will automatically dim
to the lower nighttime intensity.
HEADLIGHT DELAY
To aid in your exit, your vehicle is equipped with a
headlight delay that will leave the headlights on for
approximately 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. Headlight delay can
be canceled by either turning the headlight switch
on then off, or by placing the ignition in the ON
position.
NOTE:The headlight delay time is programmable through
Uconnect Settings Ú page 123.
LIGHTS-ON REMINDER
If the headlights or parking lights are on after the
ignition is placed in the OFF position, the vehicle
will chime when the driver’s door is opened.
FOG LIGHTS — IF EQUIPPED
The fog lights are turned on by rotating the
headlight switch to the parking light or headlight
position and pushing in the headlight rotary
control.

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