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Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes
Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system
or vacuum system of your vehicle with that of
the trailer. This could cause inadequate braking
and possible personal injury.
An electronically actuated trailer brake
controller is required when towing a trailer with
electronically actuated brakes. When towing a
trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated
brake system, an electronic brake controller is
not required.
Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers
over 1,000 lb (453 kg) and required for trailers
in excess of 2,000 lb (907 kg).
Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And
Wiring
Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer
size, stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are
required for motoring safety.
The Trailer Tow Package may include a four- and
seven-pin wiring harness. Use a factory approved
trailer harness and connector.
NOTE:Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicle’s wiring
harness.
The electrical connections are all complete to the
vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer
connector. Refer to the following illustrations.
NOTE:
Disconnect trailer wiring connector from the
vehicle before launching a boat (or any other
device plugged into vehicle’s electrical connect)
into water.
Be sure to reconnect once clear from water
area.

Four-Pin Connector

WARNING!
Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle's
hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your
brake system and cause it to fail. You might
not have brakes when you need them and
could have an accident.
Towing any trailer will increase your stopping
distance. When towing, you should allow for
additional space between your vehicle and the
vehicle in front of you. Failure to do so could
result in an accident.
CAUTION!
If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lb (453 kg)
loaded, it should have its own brakes and they
should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do
this could lead to accelerated brake lining wear,
higher brake pedal effort, and longer stopping
distances.
1 — Ground
2 — Park
3 — Left Stop/Turn
4 — Right Stop/Turn
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Seven-Pin Connector

TOWING TIPS
Before towing, practice turning, stopping, and
backing up the trailer in an area located away from
heavy traffic.
Automatic Transmission
The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. The
transmission controls include a drive strategy to
avoid frequent shifting when towing. However, if
frequent shifting does occur while in DRIVE, use
the Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control to
select a lower gear range.
NOTE:Using a lower gear range while operating the
vehicle under heavy loading conditions will
improve performance and extend transmission life
by reducing excessive shifting and heat build up.
This action will also provide better engine braking.
Electronic Range Select (ERS)
When using the ERS shift control, select the
highest gear that allows for adequate perfor -
mance and avoids frequent downshifts. For
example, choose “5” if the desired speed can be
maintained. Choose “4” or “3” if needed to
maintain the desired speed.
To prevent excess heat generation, avoid
continuous driving at high RPM. Reduce vehicle
speed as necessary to avoid extended driving at
high RPM. Return to a higher gear range or
vehicle speed when grade and road conditions
allow.
Cruise Control — If Equipped
Do not use on hilly terrain or with heavy loads.
When using the Cruise Control, if you experience
speed drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h),
disengage until you can get back to cruising
speed.
Use Cruise Control in flat terrain and with light
loads to maximize fuel efficiency.
1 — Backup Lamps
2 — Running Lamps
3 — Left Stop/Turn
4 — Ground
5 — Battery
6 — Right Stop/Turn
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RECREATIONAL TOWING — AUTOMATIC
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RANSMISSION
Recreational towing is allowed ONLY if the front
wheels are OFF the ground. This may be
accomplished using a tow dolly or vehicle trailer. If
using a tow dolly, follow this procedure:

1. Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle, following the dolly manufacturer's
instructions.

2. Drive the front wheels onto the tow dolly.
3. Firmly apply the parking brake. Place the transmission in PARK.
4. Properly secure the front wheels to the dolly, following the dolly manufacturer's instructions.
5. Release the parking brake.
DRIVING TIPS
DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES
Acceleration
Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other
slippery surfaces may cause the driving wheels to
pull erratically to the right or left. This phenomenon
occurs when there is a difference in the surface
traction under the front (driving) wheels.
Traction
When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible
for a wedge of water to build up between the tire
and road surface. This is hydroplaning and may
cause partial or complete loss of vehicle control
and stopping ability. To reduce this possibility, the
following precautions should be observed:
Slow down during rainstorms or when the roads
are slushy.
Slow down if the road has standing water or
puddles.
Replace the tires when tread wear indicators
first become visible.
Keep tires properly inflated.
Maintain sufficient distance between your
vehicle and the vehicle in front of you to avoid a
collision in a sudden stop.
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
Driving through water more than a few inches/
centimeters deep will require extra caution to
ensure safety and prevent damage to your vehicle.
CAUTION!
DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the
drivetrain will result. If this vehicle requires
towing, make sure the drive wheels are OFF
the ground.
Towing this vehicle in violation of the above
requirements can cause severe transmission
damage. Damage from improper towing is not
covered under the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
WARNING!

Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is
dangerous. Unequal traction can cause sudden
pulling of the front wheels. You could lose control of
the vehicle and possibly have a collision. Accelerate
slowly and carefully whenever there is likely to be
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Flowing/Rising Water
Shallow Standing Water
Although your vehicle is capable of driving through
shallow standing water, consider the following
Cautions and Warnings before doing so.
WARNING!
Do not drive on or across a road or path where
water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm
run-off). Flowing water can wear away the road
or path's surface and cause your vehicle to sink
into deeper water. Furthermore, flowing and/or
rising water can carry your vehicle away swiftly.
Failure to follow this warning may result in
injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your
passengers, and others around you.
WARNING!
Driving through standing water limits your
vehicle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed
5 mph (8 km/h) when driving through
standing water.
Driving through standing water limits your
vehicle’s braking capabilities, which increases
stopping distances. Therefore, after driving
through standing water, drive slowly and
lightly press on the brake pedal several times
to dry the brakes.
Failure to follow these warnings may result in
injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your
passengers, and others around you.
CAUTION!
Always check the depth of the standing water
before driving through it. Never drive through
standing water that is deeper than the bottom
of the tire rims mounted on the vehicle.
Determine the condition of the road or the
path that is under water and if there are any
obstacles in the way before driving through
the standing water.
WARNING!
Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving through standing water. This will minimize
wave effects.
Driving through standing water may cause
damage to your vehicle’s drivetrain compo -
nents. Always inspect your vehicle’s fluids
(i.e., engine oil, transmission, axle, etc.) for
signs of contamination (i.e., fluid that is milky
or foamy in appearance) after driving through
standing water. Do not continue to operate
the vehicle if any fluid appears contaminated,
as this may result in further damage. Such
damage is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
Getting water inside your vehicle’s engine can
cause it to lock up and stall out, and cause
serious internal damage to the engine. Such
damage is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
CAUTION!
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UCONNECT MODES
RADIO MODE
Operating Radio Mode

Uconnect 3/3 NAV With 5-inch Display Radio Mode
The radio is equipped with the following modes:
FM
AM
SiriusXM® Radio
Push the Radio button on the faceplate to enter
the Radio Mode. The different tuner modes, FM/
AM/SXM, can then be selected by pressing the
corresponding buttons on the touchscreen in the
Radio mode.
SWITCHING THE SYSTEM ON/OFF
The screen will switch on/off when the Volume &
On/Off button is pushed.
VOLUME/POWER
Rotate the Volume knob to adjust the volume.
When the audio system is turned on, the sound will
be set at the same volume level as last played.
Push the On/Off button to turn the system on or
off.
ENTER/BROWSE AND TUNE/SCROLL
CONTROL
Turn the rotary Tune/Scroll knob clockwise to
increase or counterclockwise to decrease the radio
station frequency.
SEEK FUNCTIONS
Seek Up And Seek Down

Press and release the Seek Up or Seek Down
button on the touchscreen to tune the radio to the
next available station or channel. If the radio
reaches the starting station after passing through
the entire band two times, the radio will stop at the
station where it began.

Fast Seek Up And Fast Seek Down
Press, hold, and then release the Seek Up or
Seek Down button on the touchscreen to
advance the radio through the available stations or
channels at a faster rate. The radio stops at the
next available station or channel when the button
on the touchscreen is released.
NOTE:
Pressing and holding either the Seek Up or
Seek Down button will scan the different
frequency bands at a slower rate.
1 — Preset Buttons
2 — All Presets Button
3 — Seek Down Button
4 — Radio Band Button (FM/AM/SXM)
5 — Direct Tune Button
6 — Info Button
7 — Audio Settings Button
8 — Seek Up Button
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Planning A Route Using My Places

1. Select the Main Menu button.

2. Select “My Places”.
3. Select the Place you want to navigate to. For example: Home.

My Places

4. To plan a route to this Place, select the Drive button.
Finding A Parking Lot

1. Press the Parking button from the Main Menu.

NOTE:If a route is planned, the map shows parking lots
near your destination. If a route isn’t planned, the
map shows parking lots near your current location. You also have an option to view the parking lots in
a list by pressing the Menu button.
2. Select a parking lot from the map or the list.

Find A Parking Lot

3. To plan a route to your chosen parking lot, select the drive button.
Finding A Gas Station

1. Press the Main Menu button.

2. Select “Gas Station”.
NOTE:You also have an option to view the gas stations in
a list by pressing the Menu button.
Find A Gas Station

3. Select a gas station from the map or the list. By opening the pop-up menu, you can add the gas
station as a stop on your route. You can also
plan a route to your chosen gas station by
pressing the Drive button. Your system will
plan a route, and guidance to your destination
will begin. The Guidance View will be shown
automatically once you start driving.
Changing Your Route
MAKING CHANGES TO YOUR ROUTE
After planning a route, the route and destination
can be changed. There are various ways to change
the route without the need to completely replan
the entire journey.
To change the current route, press the Current
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NOTE:For accurate results, speak normally without trying
to articulate words in an unnatural way. If there is
excessive road noise, for example, you may need
to speak directly into the microphone.
3. If the command is correct, say “Yes”.
NOTE:If the command is incorrect, say “No” and repeat
the command after you hear the prompt and tone
again. Your Navigation system plans a route from
your current location to your destination. To stop
your Navigation system from listening out for
further commands, say “Cancel”.
Guidance View
The Guidance View is used to guide you along the
route to your destination. As soon as you start
driving, your Navigation system will immediately
start guiding you to your destination with spoken
instructions and visual instructions on the
touchscreen. You can also see your current
location and details along your route, including 3D
buildings in some cities. The Guidance View is
normally in 3D. To show a 2D map with the map
moving in your direction of travel, change the 2D
and 3D default settings Ú page 123.
NOTE:When you have planned a route and the 3D
Guidance View is shown, select the switch view
button to change to the Map View and use the
interactive features.
Guidance View

1 — Switch View Button
2 — Instruction Panel
3 — Route Bar
4 — Zoom Button
5 — Main Menu Button
6 — Speed Panel
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SHOW ON ROUTE
In the settings menu, select “Show On Route” to
see any of the following options in the route bar:
Parking: Select this setting to see parking lots
on your route.
Gas Stations : Select this setting to see gas
stations on your route.
Stops : Select this setting to see stops on your
route.
SHOW PREVIEWS OF HIGHWAY EXITS
Select this setting to control the full screen preview
when you approach highway exits.
AUTOMATIC MAP VIEW SWITCHING
Automatic changing of views is on by default. For
example, when an alternative route is being
suggested, the map will automatically switch to
Map View, and when you start driving, your map
will automatically switch to Guidance View. You
can turn this feature off by selecting “Automatic
Map View Switching” in the settings.
AUTOMATIC ZOOM
Select this setting to control the full screen preview
when you approach highway exits.
GUIDANCE VIEW STYLE
Select this setting to choose between 3D and 2D
versions of the Guidance View. Both the 2D and 3D
Guidance Views move in your direction of travel.
In 3D Guidance View, you can choose to use the 3D
car icon or an arrowhead as the current location
indicator. By default, the 3D Guidance View shows
the 3D car icon.
VOICES SETTING
Select this setting to change how instructions are
read out loud Ú page 123.
ROUTE PLANNING
Select this setting to control how your system plans
routes. The following options are available:
Always Take the Fastest Route
You can choose whether you would like the
Navigation system to always default to the
fastest route.
Ask Me So I Can Choose
You can choose whether you would like the
Navigation system to allow you to pick the route
to the destination.
Don’t Ask me
You can choose whether you would like the
Navigation system to select the route to the
destination.
Fastest Route
You can choose whether you would like the
Navigation system to choose the fastest route to
the destination.
Shortest Route
You can choose whether you would like the
Navigation system to choose the shortest route
by distance to the destination.
Most Eco-Friendly Route
You can choose whether you would like the
Navigation system to choose the route that will
consume the least amount of energy.
Avoid Interstate Highways
You can choose whether you would like the
Navigation system to avoid all highways while
navigating to the destination.
SOUNDS AND WARNINGS
Select this setting to change the following sounds
and warnings:
Warning Type: You can choose the type of warn -
ings you want to hear when you are driving:
Warning Sounds: Hear only warning sounds
None: No warning sounds are given

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