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Introduction 3
A circle with a slash through it is a safety
symbol which means“Do not,” “Do not do
this,” or“Do not let this happen.”
Symbols
The vehicle has components and labels that
use symbols instead of text. Symbols are
shown along with the text describing the
operation or information relating to a
specific component, control, message, gauge,
or indicator.
M:Shown when the owner’s manual has
additional instructions or information.
*: Shown when the service manual has
additional instructions or information.
0: Shown when there is more information
on another page — “see page.”
Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols that may
be found on the vehicle and what they
mean. See the features in this manual for
information.
u: Air Conditioning System
G:Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil
9:Airbag Readiness Light
!:Antilock Brake System (ABS)
$:Brake System Warning Light
9:Dispose of Used Components Properly
P:Do Not Apply High Pressure Water
B:Engine Coolant Temperature
_:Flame/Fire Prohibited
H: Flammable
[:Forward Collision Alert
R:Fuse Block Cover Lock Location
+:Fuses
j:ISOFIX/LATCH System Child Restraints
Q:Keep Fuse Block Covers Properly
Installed
|: Lane Change Alert
@:Lane Departure Warning
A:Lane Keep Assist
*: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
::Oil Pressure
X:Park Assist
~:Pedestrian Ahead Indicator
O:Power
7:Rear Cross Traffic Alert
I:Registered Technician
/:Remote Vehicle Start
h:Risk of Electrical Fire
>:Seat Belt Reminders
I:Side Blind Zone Alert
h:Stop/Start
7:Tire Pressure Monitor
d:Traction Control/StabiliTrak/Electronic
Stability Control (ESC)
a: Under Pressure
k: Vehicle Ahead Indicator
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Keys, Doors, and Windows 15
.The hood is open.
.The remote key is in the vehicle.
.The vehicle is on.
.There is an emission control system
malfunction.
.The vehicle is not in park.
.The hazard switch is on.
.Two remote starts or a remote start with
an extension have already been used.
The engine turns off during a remote start if
the coolant temperature gets too high or if
the oil pressure gets low.
Door Locks
{Warning
Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
.Passengers, especially children, can
easily open the doors and fall out of a
moving vehicle. The doors can be
unlocked and opened while the vehicle
is moving. The chance of being thrown
out of the vehicle in a crash is
increased if the doors are not locked.
So, all passengers should wear seat
belts properly and the doors should be
locked whenever the vehicle is driven. (Continued)
Warning (Continued)
.Young children who get into unlocked
vehicles may be unable to get out.
A child can be overcome by extreme
heat and can suffer permanent injuries
or even death from heat stroke.
Always lock the vehicle whenever
leaving it.
.Outsiders can easily enter through an
unlocked door when you slow down
or stop the vehicle. Locking the doors
can help prevent this from happening.
To lock/unlock the doors from the outside:
.PressQorKon the remote key. See
Remote Key Operation 07.
.Use the key in the driver door. The key
lock cylinder is covered with a cap.
To lock/unlock the doors from the inside:
.PressQorKon the power door lock
switch.
.Push down on the door lock knob to lock
a door.
.Pull the door handle once to unlock it.
Pull the door handle again to unlatch it. Keyless Access
The remote key must be within 1 m (3 ft) of
the liftgate or door being opened. Press the
button on the door handle to open. See
Remote Key Operation
07.
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Instruments and Controls
Controls
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Heated Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Rear Window Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Wireless Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
Warning Lights, Gauges, andIndicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Instrument Cluster (Base Level) . . . . . . . . 96
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Engine Oil Temperature Gauge (Uplevel Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . 102
Voltmeter Gauge (Uplevel Only) . . . . . . . 102
Seat Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator . . . . . 104 Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check
Engine Light) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . 106
Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Service Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . 107
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Light . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Pedestrian Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Traction Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
StabiliTrak OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Traction Control System (TCS)/ StabiliTrak Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Driver Mode Control Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Door Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Information Displays
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Head-Up Display (HUD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Vehicle Messages
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Engine Power Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Universal Remote System
Universal Remote System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Universal Remote System Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Universal Remote System Operation . . . 122
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Instrument Cluster (Uplevel)
English Uplevel Touring Theme Shown, Metric Similar
1.Engine Oil Temperature Gauge (Uplevel
Only) 0101
2. Speedometer 0100
3. Voltmeter Gauge (Uplevel Only) 0102
4. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
0102
5. Fuel Gauge 0100 6.
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base
Level) 0112 or
Driver Information Center (DIC)
(Uplevel) 0114
7. Tachometer 0100
Cluster Menu
There is an interactive display area in the
center of the instrument cluster.
Use the right steering wheel control to open
and scroll through the different items and
displays.
Press
Sto access the cluster applications.
Use the thumbwheel to scroll through the
list of available applications. Not all
applications will be available on all vehicles.
.Info App. This is where the selected Driver
Information Center (DIC) displays can be
viewed. See Driver Information Center
(DIC) (Base Level) 0112 or
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
0 114.
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Instruments and Controls 101
English Uplevel
When the ignition is on, the fuel gauge
indicates the approximate amount of fuel
left in the tank.
There is an arrow near the fuel gauge
pointing to the side of the vehicle the fuel
door is on.
When the indicator nears empty, the low
fuel light comes on. There still is a little fuel
left, but the vehicle should be refueled soon.
The fuel gauge may:
.Take a little more, or less fuel to fill up
than it indicates. For example, the gauge
may have indicated the tank is half full, but it actually will take a little more,
or less than half the tank's capacity to fill
the tank.
.Moves a little while turning a corner,
speeding up, or braking.
.Take a few seconds to stabilize after the
ignition is turned on and goes back to
empty when the ignition is turned off.
These are normal conditions, none of which
indicate a problem with the fuel gauge.
Engine Oil Temperature Gauge
(Uplevel Only)
Metric
English
This gauge shows the engine oil
temperature.
If the gauge pointer moves into the high
end, it means that the engine oil has
overheated. If the vehicle has been operated
under normal driving conditions, pull off the
road, stop the vehicle, and turn off the
engine as soon as possible.
See Engine Oil 0261.
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Following Distance :The following distance
to a moving vehicle ahead is displayed as a
time value on this page. See Forward
Collision Alert (FCA) System 0232.
Economy Trend : Shows history of the
Average Fuel Economy from the last 50 km
(30 mi). Each bar represents about 5 km
(3 mi) of driving. During driving the bars will
shift to always reflect the most recent
distance on the right side. Press and hold
the thumbwheel to clear the graph or press
Tto reset through the menu.
Oil Temperature (Base Cluster) : Shows the
current oil temperature in either degrees
Celsius (°C) or degrees Fahrenheit (°F). This
display is available in the Performance app
on the uplevel cluster.
Off Road : Displays vehicle pitch and roll
information, road wheel angle, and
four-wheel drive (4WD) status.
Blank Page : Shows no information.
Head-Up Display (HUD)
{Warning
If the HUD image is too bright or too
high in your field of view, it may take
you more time to see things you need to
see when it is dark outside. Be sure to
keep the HUD image dim and placed low
in your field of view.
If equipped with HUD, some information
concerning the operation of the vehicle is
projected onto the windshield. The image is
projected through the HUD lens on top of
the instrument panel. The information
appears as an image focused out toward the
front of the vehicle.
Caution
If you try to use the HUD image as a
parking aid, you may misjudge the
distance and damage your vehicle. Do not
use the HUD image as a parking aid.
The HUD information can be displayed in
various languages in some vehicles. The
speedometer reading and other numerical
values can be displayed in either English or
metric units. The language selection is changed through
the radio and the units of measurement are
changed through the instrument cluster. See
Settings
0165 and “Options” under
Instrument Cluster (Base Level) 096 or
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 098.
HUD Display on the Windshield
The HUD may display some of the following
vehicle information and vehicle messages or
alerts:
.Speed
.Audio
.Phone
.Navigation
.Performance
.Driver Assistance Features
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1. With the Keyless Access system, theremote key must be in the vehicle. Press
ENGINE START/STOP with the brake pedal
applied. When the engine begins
cranking, let go of the button.
The idle speed will go down as the
engine gets warm. Do not race the
engine immediately after starting it.
If the remote key is not in the vehicle,
if there is interference, or if the remote
key battery is low, a Driver Information
Center (DIC) will display a message. See
Remote Key Operation 07.
Caution
Cranking the engine for long periods of
time, by trying to start the engine
immediately after cranking has ended,
can overheat and damage the cranking
motor, and drain the battery. Wait at
least 15 seconds between each try, to let
the cranking motor cool down.
2. If the engine does not start after five to 10 seconds, especially in very cold
weather (below −18 °C or 0 °F), it could
be flooded with too much gasoline. Try
pushing the accelerator pedal all the way
to the floor and holding it there as you press ENGINE START/STOP. Wait at least
15 seconds between each try, to allow
the cranking motor to cool down. When
the engine starts, release the accelerator.
If the vehicle starts briefly but then
stops again, do the same thing. This
clears the extra gasoline from the
engine. Do not race the engine
immediately after starting it. Operate
the engine and transmission gently until
the oil warms up and lubricates all
moving parts.
Stop/Start System
This vehicle has a Stop/Start system to shut
off the engine to help conserve fuel. It has
components designed for the increased
number of starts.
{Warning
The automatic engine Stop/Start feature
causes the engine to shut off while the
vehicle is still on. Do not exit the vehicle
before shifting to P (Park). The vehicle
may restart and move unexpectedly.
Always shift to P (Park), and then turn
the ignition off before exiting the vehicle.
Auto Engine Stop/Start
When the brakes are applied and the vehicle
is at a complete stop, the engine may turn
off. When stopped, the tachometer displays
AUTO STOP. See
Tachometer0100. When
the brake pedal is released or the
accelerator pedal is pressed, the engine will
restart.
To maintain vehicle performance, other
conditions may cause the engine to
automatically restart before the brake pedal
is released.
Auto Stops may not occur and/or auto
restarts may occur because:
.The climate control settings require the
engine to be running to cool or heat the
vehicle interior.
.The vehicle battery needs to charge.
.The vehicle battery has recently been
disconnected.
.Minimum vehicle speed has not been
reached since the last Auto Stop.
.The accelerator pedal is pressed.
.The engine or transmission is not at the
required operating temperature.
.The outside temperature is not in the
required operating range.
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equipment can cause the combination to
operate in an unexpected or unsafe manner.
Before driving, inspect all trailer hitch parts
and attachments, safety chains, electrical
connectors, lamps, tires, and mirrors. See
Towing Equipment0251. If the trailer has
electric brakes, start the combination
moving and then manually apply the trailer
brake controller to check the trailer brakes
work. During the trip, occasionally check
that the cargo and trailer are secure and
that the lamps and any trailer brakes are
working.
Towing with a Stability Control System
When towing, the stability control system
might be heard. The system reacts to
vehicle movement caused by the trailer,
which mainly occurs during cornering. This is
normal when towing heavier trailers.
Following Distance
Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle
ahead as you would when driving without a
trailer. This can help to avoid heavy braking
and sudden turns.
Passing
More passing distance is needed when
towing a trailer. The combination of the
vehicle and trailer will not accelerate as
quickly and is much longer than the vehicle
alone. It is necessary to go much farther
beyond the passed vehicle before returning
to the lane. Pass on level roadways. Avoid
passing on hills if possible.
Backing Up
Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with
one hand. To move the trailer to the left,
move that hand to the left. To move the
trailer to the right, move that hand to the
right. Always back up slowly and, if possible,
have someone guide you.
Making Turns
Caution
Turn more slowly and make wider arcs
when towing a trailer to prevent damage
to your vehicle. Making very sharp turns
could cause the trailer to contact the
vehicle. Make wider turns than normal when towing,
so the trailer will not go over soft shoulders,
over curbs, or strike road signs, trees,
or other objects. Always signal turns well in
advance. Do not steer or brake suddenly.
Driving on Grades
Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear
before starting down a long or steep
downhill grade. If the transmission is not
shifted down, the brakes may overheat and
result in reduced braking efficiency.
The vehicle can tow in D (Drive). Shift the
transmission to a lower gear if the
transmission shifts too often under heavy
loads and/or hilly conditions.
When towing at higher altitudes, engine
coolant will boil at a lower temperature
than at lower altitudes. If the engine is
turned off immediately after towing at high
altitude on steep uphill grades, the vehicle
could show signs similar to engine
overheating. To avoid this, let the engine
run, preferably on level ground, with the
transmission in P (Park) for a few minutes
before turning the engine off. If the
overheat warning comes on, see
Engine
Overheating 0268.