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NOTE:
The headlight washing system will not work if the
liquid level is low (as indicated by the symbol on
the instrument cluster display). On vehicles
equipped with headlight washers, there is a refer-
ence notch on the dipstick: ONLY the windshield/
rear window washer operates with the level below
this reference.
BRAKE FLUID
Check that the fluid is at the maximum level. If
the fluid level in the tank is low, contact an
authorized dealer to have the system checked.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ACTIVATION
S
YSTEM OIL
The transmission control oil level should only be
checked at an authorized dealer.
USEFUL ADVICE FOR EXTENDING THE
L
IFE OF YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and make it last
longer, observe the following instructions:
When you park the car, ensure that the doors
and trunk are closed properly to prevent any
lights from remaining on inside the
passenger's compartment.
Do not keep accessories (e.g. radio, hazard
warning lights, etc.) switched on for a long time
when the engine is not running.
Before performing any operation on the
electrical system, disconnect the negative
battery cable. If you wish to install electrical accessories after
purchasing the car that require permanent
electrical supply (e.g. alarm, etc.), or accessories
which influence the electrical supply
requirements, contact an authorized dealer,
whose qualified staff will evaluate the overall
electrical consumption.

NOTE:
After the battery is disconnected, the steering
must be initialized. The warning light on the
instrument panel switches on to indicate this. To
carry out this procedure, simply turn the steering
wheel all the way from one end to the other, and
then turn it back to the central position.
BATTERY
The battery does not require the electrolyte to be
topped up with distilled water. A periodic check
carried out at an authorized dealer, however, is
necessary to check efficiency.
Follow the battery manufacturer's instructions for
maintenance.
Replacing The Battery
If necessary, replace the battery with another
original battery with the same specifications.
Follow the battery manufacturer’s instructions for
maintenance.
NOTE:
It will not be possible to open the trunk with a key
or by pushing the button in the passenger
compartment when the battery is disconnected.
So, always position the manual trunk opening
strap on the trunk lock before disconnecting the
battery

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CAUTION!
If the charge level remains under 50% for a
long time, the battery may be damaged by
sulphation, reducing its capacity and
efficiency during a vehicle start. The battery is
also more prone to the risk of freezing (at
temperatures as high as 14°F (-10°C).
WARNING!
Battery acid is a corrosive solution and can
burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery
acid to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.
Do not lean over a battery when attaching
clamps

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page 177. If acid splashes in eyes
or on skin, flush the area immediately with
large amounts of water.
Battery gas is flammable and explosive.
Keep flame or sparks away from the battery.
Do not use a booster battery or any other
booster source with an output greater than
12 Volts. Do not allow cable clamps to touch
each other.
Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after handling.
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Drive Train Control (DTC) System ..............130
Driving Modes .............................................. 92
Dynamic Steering Torque (DST) System ... 130
E
Electric Park Brake....................................... 84
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .. 97
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
System ........................................................130
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light... 75
Emergency In Case Of ......................................169, 171
SOS Emergency Call .............................. 169
Emergency, In Case Of Jump Starting .........................................175
Overheating ............................................ 178
Tow Hooks ..............................................180
Towing.....................................................179
Emission Control System Maintenance...... 80
Engine ......................................................... 224 Block Heater............................................. 83
Engine Coolant Level .............................189
Exhaust Gas Caution .............................168
Fuel Requirements ................................ 230Jump Starting .........................................177
Overheating ............................................ 178
Engine Compartment .................................187
Engine Compartment (Washing) ...............222
Engine Oil Level Check ............................................ 188
Enhanced Accident Response
Feature...............................................155, 181
Ethanol........................................................230 Exhaust Gas Cautions ............................... 168
Exhaust System ......................................... 168
Exterior Lights .............................42, 168, 203
F
Flashers
Turn Signals .....................................74, 168
Fluid Leaks ................................................. 168
Fog Lights, Rear ............................................44
Forward Collision Warning ........................ 138
Fuel Additives ................................................ 230
Clean Air................................................. 230
Ethanol ................................................... 230
Light ..........................................................76
Materials Added .................................... 230
Methanol................................................ 230
Fuses ................................................. 197, 198
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Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ................39
Gasoline, Clean Air .................................... 230
Gasoline, Reformulated ............................ 230
Gauges Engine Oil Temperature ...........................65
Fuel ...........................................................66
Speedometer ............................................66
Tachometer............................................... 65
Glove Compartment Storage .......................55
GVWR ......................................................... 126
H
Hazard Warning Flashers .......................... 169
Head Restraints ............................................36 Head Rests ................................................... 36
Headlights .................................................... 42
Automatic ................................................. 43
Delay......................................................... 44
High Beam ............................................... 43
Switch ....................................................... 42
Headlights (Cleaning) ................................ 222
Heated Mirrors ............................................. 39
Heated Seats ............................................... 35
Heated Steering Wheel ............................... 30
Heater, Engine Block ................................... 83
Highway Assist System .............................. 106
Hill Start Assist (HSA) System ................... 131
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) ............... 39
Hood Closing ...................................................... 60Opening .................................................... 60
Hood Release ............................................... 60
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Ignition .......................................................... 22 Switch ....................................................... 22
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ............................. 21
In Case Of Emergency ............................... 169
Installing Electrical/Electronic Devices ......... 4
Instrument Cluster ....................................... 64 Descriptions ............................................. 74
Display ...................................................... 66
Instrument Panel Features ................................................... 64
Intelligent Speed Control System ............. 114
Interior And Instrument Lights .................... 46
Interior Lights ...................................... 45, 204
Interiors (Cleaning) .................................... 222
Internal Equipment ...................................... 55
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