Locking the Rear Window Controls.........133
Interior Mirror
Interior Mirror Precautions.........................134
Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror....................134
Exterior Mirrors
Adjusting the Exterior Mirrors...................135
Folding the Exterior Mirrors - VehiclesWith: Manual Folding Mirrors................135
Folding the Exterior Mirrors - VehiclesWith: Power Folding Mirrors..................135
Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror...................136
Moonroof
Opening and Closing the Sun Shade......137
Opening and Closing the Moonroof........137
Venting the Moonroof.................................138
Moonroof Bounce-Back.............................138
Instrument Cluster
Instrument Cluster Overview....................139
Tachometer....................................................140
Speedometer................................................140
Fuel Gauge....................................................140
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge.......141
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge........................141
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge........................................................................141
12V Battery Gauge........................................141
What Are the Instrument Cluster WarningLamps...........................................................141
Instrument Cluster Warning Lamps..........141
What Are the Instrument Cluster Indicators.......................................................................143
Instrument Cluster Indicators....................143
Instrument Cluster Display
Using the Instrument Cluster DisplayControls......................................................145
Instrument Cluster Display Main Menu.......................................................................146
Trip Computer................................................147
Customizing the Instrument Cluster Display.......................................................................149
Personalized Settings.................................150
Remote Start
What Is Remote Start...................................153
Remote Start Precautions..........................153
Remote Start Limitations............................153
Enabling Remote Start................................153
Remotely Starting and Stopping theVehicle........................................................153
Extending the Remote Start Duration.......................................................................154
Remote Start Remote Control Indicators.......................................................................154
Remote Start Settings.................................154
Climate Control
Identifying the Climate Control Unit........156
Switching Climate Control On and Off.......................................................................156
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off.......................................................................156
Switching Air Conditioning On and Off.......................................................................156
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off.......................................................................156
Switching Maximum Cooling On and Off.......................................................................156
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Automatic Transmission Positions...........210
Shifting Your Vehicle Into Gear..................211
Automatic Transmission Position Indicators........................................................................211
Manually Shifting Gears.............................212
Temporary Neutral Mode...........................212
Automatic Return to Park (P).....................213
Manual Park Release...................................214
Automatic Transmission Audible Warnings.......................................................................216
Automatic Transmission – Troubleshooting.......................................................................216
All-Wheel Drive
How Does All-Wheel Drive Work.............218
All-Wheel Drive Precautions.....................218
All-Wheel Drive Limitations.......................218
All-Wheel Drive – Troubleshooting.........219
Brakes
Brake Precautions......................................220
Anti-Lock Braking System........................220
Brake Over Accelerator............................220
Locating the Brake Fluid Reservoir........220
Checking the Brake Fluid.........................220
Brake Fluid Specification...........................221
Brakes – Troubleshooting.........................221
Electric Parking Brake
What Is the Electric Parking Brake.........223
Applying the Electric Parking Brake.......223
Applying the Electric Parking Brake in anEmergency...............................................223
Manually Releasing the Electric ParkingBrake..........................................................223
Automatically Releasing the ElectricParking Brake..........................................224
Electric Parking Brake Audible Warning......................................................................224
Releasing the Electric Parking Brake if theVehicle Battery Has Run Out of Charge......................................................................224
Electric Parking Brake – Troubleshooting......................................................................224
Hill Start Assist
What Is Hill Start Assist..............................227
How Does Hill Start Assist Work.............227
Hill Start Assist Precautions......................227
Hill Start Assist – Troubleshooting..........227
Auto Hold
How Does Auto Hold Work......................228
Switching Auto Hold On and Off............228
Using Auto Hold..........................................228
Auto Hold Indicators..................................229
Traction Control
How Does Traction Control Work...........230
Switching Traction Control On and Off......................................................................230
Traction Control Indicator.........................230
Traction Control – Troubleshooting.......230
Stability Control
How Does Stability Control Work............231
Switching Stability Control On and Off......................................................................232
Stability Control Indicator..........................232
Stability Control – Troubleshooting........233
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WHAT IS DISTANCE TO EMPTY
Indicates the approximate distance yourvehicle can travel on the fuel remaining inthe tank. Changes in driving pattern cancause the value to not only decrease but alsoincrease or stay constant for periods of time.
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
GAUGE
Indicates the engine coolant temperature.
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE
Indicates the engine oil pressure.
Note:This is a configurable gauge.
TRANSMISSION FLUID
TEMPERATURE GAUGE
Indicates the transmission fluid temperature.
Special operating conditions can causehigher than normal operating temperatures.See Special Operating ConditionsScheduled Maintenance (page 471).
Note:This is a configurable gauge.
12V BATTERY GAUGE
Indicates the power of the 12-volt battery.
WHAT ARE THE INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER WARNING LAMPS
Warning lamps alert you to a vehiclecondition that could become serious. Somelamps illuminate when you start your vehicleto make sure they work. If any lamps remainon after starting your vehicle, refer to therespective system warning lamp for furtherinformation.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING
LAMPS
Anti-Lock Brake System
If it illuminates when you aredriving, this indicates that thesystem requires service. Yourvehicle continues to have normal brakingwithout the anti-lock brake system function. Have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible.
Battery
It illuminates when you switch theignition on.
If it illuminates when the engine isrunning, this indicates your vehicle requiresservice. Have your vehicle checked as soonas possible.
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Always fully apply theparking brake and make sure you shift intopark (P). Failure to follow this instructioncould result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: Do not apply the brakepedal and accelerator pedalsimultaneously. Applying both pedalssimultaneously for more than a fewseconds will limit engine performance,which may result in difficulty maintainingspeed in traffic and could lead to seriousinjury.
WARNING: When your vehicle isstationary, keep the brake pedal fullypressed when shifting gears. Failure tofollow this instruction could result inpersonal injury, death or property damage.
Note:Do not use supplemental transmissionfluid additives, treatments, or cleaningagents. Failure to follow this instruction couldresult in vehicle damage not covered by thevehicle warranty.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
POSITIONS
PARK (P)
WARNING: Move the transmissionselector lever to park (P) only when yourvehicle is stationary.
This position locks the driveline. Come to acomplete stop before shifting into and outof park (P).
The electric parking brake could apply whenyou shift to park (P) without the brake pedalfully pressed. The electric parking brakeapplies when you shift to park (P) on largeslopes. The electric parking brake releaseswith the drive away release function. SeeElectric Parking Brake (page 223).
Note:A tone sounds if you attempt to exityour vehicle without the transmission in park(P).
Note:Your vehicle may not shift out of park(P) if the vehicle battery has run out ofcharge. See Jump Starting the Vehicle(page 316).
Note:Your vehicle may not shift out of park(P) if a fuse is blown. See Fuses (page 323).
Note:Your vehicle may not shift out of park(P) unless the key or remote control is insideyour vehicle.
Note:Your vehicle shifts into park (P) if youattempt to exit your vehicle without thetransmission in park (P). See How DoesAutomatic Return to Park (P) Work (page213).
Note:If you shift into park (P) without fullypressing the brake, the parking brake couldapply. If you shift into park (P) on a slope, theparking brake could apply. SeeAutomatically Releasing the ElectricParking Brake (page 224).
Note:You can start your vehicle in thisposition.
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BRAKE PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Driving your vehicle withthe warning lamp on is dangerous. Asignificant decrease in brakingperformance may occur. It may take youlonger to stop your vehicle. Have yourvehicle checked as soon as possible.Driving extended distances with theparking brake engaged can cause brakefailure and the risk of personal injury.
Wet brakes result in reduced brakingefficiency. Gently press the brake pedal afew times when leaving a car wash or drivingfrom standing water to dry the brakes.
Note:Depending on applicable laws andregulations in the country for which yourvehicle was originally built, the stoplampscould flash during heavy braking. Followingthis the hazard warning flashers could alsoturn on when your vehicle comes to a stop.
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEMLIMITATIONS
The anti-lock braking system does noteliminate the risk of crash when:
•You drive too closely to the vehicle infront of you.
•Your vehicle is hydroplaning.
•You take corners too fast.
•The road surface is poor.
Note: If the system activates, the brakepedal could pulse and travel further. Maintain pressure on the brake pedal.
BRAKE OVER ACCELERATOR
In the event the accelerator pedal becomesstuck or entrapped, apply steady and firmpressure to the brake pedal to slow thevehicle and reduce engine power. If youexperience this condition, apply the brakesand bring your vehicle to a safe stop. Move
the transmission to park (P), switch theengine off and apply the parking brake.Inspect the accelerator pedal for anyinterference. If none are found and thecondition persists, have your vehicle towedto the nearest authorized dealer.
LOCATING THE BRAKE FLUID
RESERVOIR
See Under Hood Overview (page 341).
CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID
WARNING: Do not use any fluid otherthan the recommended brake fluid as thiswill reduce brake efficiency. Use ofincorrect fluid could result in the loss ofvehicle control, serious personal injury ordeath.
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WHAT IS DRIVE MODE CONTROL
Your vehicle has various drive modes thatyou can select for different drivingconditions. Depending on the drive modethat you select, the system adjusts variousvehicle settings.
HOW DOES DRIVE MODE
CONTROL WORK
Drive mode control adjusts your vehicleconfiguration for each mode you select.
Changing the drive mode changes thefunctionality of the steering system to adjustthe steering effort and feel.
Active noise control utilizes your vehicleelectronics to enhance the acousticexperience.
The stability and traction control assist yourvehicle control in adverse conditions orhigh-performance driving.
Throttle control enhances the powertrainresponse, transmission controls becomeoptimized with shift schedules, andfour-wheel drive settings are optimized andtuned to each mode.
Note:The system has diagnostic checks thatcontinuously monitor the system for properoperation. If a mode is unavailable due to asystem fault, the mode defaults to normal.
SELECTING A DRIVE MODE
You can configure which of the drive controlmodes are active when your vehicle is indrive (D) or in sport (S). The configurationremains active until modified from the mainmenu on the instrument cluster display. SeeInstrument Cluster Display Main Menu(page 146).
Note:Not all settings may be available.
Note:Drive mode changes may not beavailable when the ignition is off.
DRIVE MODES
COMFORT
Provides a more relaxed driving experience,maximizing comfort. Your steering effortdecreases and the suspension movement ismore fluid. Comfort mode is ideal when youdesire enhanced traveling comfort.
NORMAL
Delivers a balanced combination of acomfortable, controlled ride and confidenthandling. This mode provides an engagingdriving experience and a direct connectionto the road without sacrificing any of thecomposure demanded from a luxury vehicle.
SPORT
Provides a sportier driving experience. Thesuspension stiffens, with an emphasis onhandling and control. The engine respondsmore directly to your inputs and takes on amore powerful tone. This mode is ideal foruse during more spirited driving.
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MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
Service your vehicle regularly to helpmaintain its roadworthiness and resale value.There is a large network of authorizeddealers that are there to help you with theirprofessional servicing expertise. We believethat their specially trained technicians arebest qualified to service your vehicle properlyand expertly. They are supported by a widerange of highly specialized tools developedspecifically for servicing your vehicle.
If your vehicle requires professional service,an authorized dealer can provide thenecessary parts and service. Check yourwarranty information to find out which partsand services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants,fluids and service parts conforming tospecifications. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 404).
•Do not work on a hot engine.
•Make sure that nothing gets caught inmoving parts.
•Do not work on a vehicle with the enginerunning in an enclosed space, unless youare sure you have enough ventilation.
•Keep all open flames and other burningmaterial, such as cigarettes, away fromthe battery and all fuel related parts.
•Set the parking brake, shift thetransmission to park (P) and block thewheels.
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
HOOD
Opening the Hood
1.Inside the vehicle, pull the hood releasehandle located under the left-hand sideof the instrument panel.
2.Slightly lift the hood.
3.Release the hood latch by pushing thesecondary release lever to your left-handside.
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Multi-Point Inspection
Steering and linkageExterior lamps operation
Tires including the spare for wear and proper pressure2Fluid levels1; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pitsFor oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operationHalf-shaft dust boots
1 Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer.2If your vehicle has a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership serviceadvisor or technician about the multi-pointvehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive wayto perform a thorough inspection of yourvehicle. Your checklist gives you immediatefeedback on the overall condition of yourvehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Oil Change Reminder
Your vehicle comes with an oil changereminder that determines when you shouldchange the engine oil based on how you useyour vehicle.
Your vehicle lets you know when an oilchange is due by displaying a message inthe information display.
The following table provides examples ofvehicle use and its impact on oil changeintervals. It is a guideline only. Actual oilchange intervals depend on several factorsand generally decrease with severity of use.
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