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3. Vehicle Plug Latch
4. Release Button
Important Information about
Portable Electric Vehicle
Charging
.Charging an electric vehicle
can stress a building’s
electrical system more than
a typical household
appliance.
.Before plugging into any
electrical outlet, have a
qualified electrician inspect
and verify the electrical
system (electrical outlet,
wiring, junctions, and
protection devices) for
heavy-duty service at a
12 amp continuous load for
120 Volt charge and 32 amp
for 240 Volt Charge.
.Electrical outlets may wear
out with normal usage or
may be damaged over time,
making them unsuitable for
electric vehicle charging.
.Check the electrical outlet/
plug while charging and
discontinue use if theelectrical outlet/plug is hot,
then have the electrical
outlet serviced by a qualified
electrician.
.When outdoors, plug into an
electrical outlet that is
weatherproof while in use.
.Mount the charge cord to
reduce strain on the
electrical outlet/plug.
.Do not place the charge cord
in a position where it may be
submerged in water.
{Danger
Improper use of portable
electric vehicle charge cords
may cause a fire, electrical
shock, or burns, and may
result in damage to
property, serious injury,
or death.
.Do not use extension
cords, multi-outlet power
strips, splitters, grounding
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Danger (Continued)
adaptors, surge
protectors, or similar
devices.
.Do not use an electrical
outlet that is worn or
damaged, or will not hold
the plug firmly in place.
.Do not use an electrical
outlet that is not properly
grounded.
.Do not use an electrical
outlet that is on a circuit
with other electrical loads.
{Warning
When using electric
products, basic precautions
should always be followed,
including the following:
.Read all the safety
warnings and instructions
before using this product.
Failure to follow the
warnings and the(Continued)

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Warning (Continued)
instructions may result in
electric shock, fire, and/or
serious injury.
.Never leave children
unattended near the
vehicle while the vehicle is
charging and never allow
children to play with the
charge cord.
.If the plug provided does
not fit the electrical outlet,
do not modify the plug.
Arrange for a qualified
electrician to inspect the
electrical outlet.
.Do not put fingers into the
electric vehicle connector.
{Warning
.To reduce the risk of fire,
installations shall comply
with the requirements of
National Electric Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70 (USA),
Canadian Electrical Code(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
CSA 22.1 and IEC 60364 –
Electrical installations in
buildings, depending on
the region in which the
unit is being installed. The
installer shall comply with
any additional local
requirements mandated
by the country and/or
municipality.
.Do not use this product if
the flexible power cord or
the electric vehicle cable is
frayed, has broken
insulation, or shows any
other signs of damage.
.For Canada only: Not for
use in commercial
garages.
.Do not use this product if
the enclosure or the
vehicle plug is broken,
cracked, open, or shows
any other indication of
damage.
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Warning (Continued)
.The plug must be plugged
into an appropriate
electrical outlet that is
properly installed in
accordance with all local
codes and ordinances. Do
not modify the plug
provided with the product.
If the plug does not fit the
electrical outlet, have a
proper electrical outlet
installed by a qualified
electrician. If ground is
missing, the charge cord
indicators will indicate an
electrical system fault and
the vehicle may not
charge.
Charge Cord Status
Indicators
After plugging in the charge
cord, it will perform a quick
self test.

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Verify the charge cord status.
The charge cord uses a
combination of red, blue, and
yellow indicators to display the
status of the charge cord.
If the status indicator is not lit,
ensure the electrical outlet
has power.
Charge Level Selection
Charge level selection can be
made using the Charging tab
in the Energy Application on
the infotainment display. For
instructions to set cord limit
settings for a charge session,
see Charging0123.
{Warning
Using a charge level that
exceeds the electrical circuit
or electrical outlet capacity
may start a fire or damage
the electrical circuit. Use the
lowest charge level until a
qualified electrician inspects
the electrical circuit
capacity. Use the lowest
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Warning (Continued)
charge level if the electrical
circuit or electrical outlet
capacity is not known.
Grounding Instructions
The charge circuit must be
grounded. If the charge circuit
should malfunction or break
down, grounding provides a
path of least resistance for
the electric current to reduce
the risk of electric shock. This
product is equipped with a
cord that has an equipment
grounding conductor and a
grounding plug. The plug must
be plugged into an appropriate
outlet that is properly installed
and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and
ordinances.
{Warning
Improper connection of the
charge cord ground may
cause electrical shock.(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
Check with a qualified
electrician if there is doubt
as to whether the charge
circuit is properly grounded.
Do not modify the plug
provided with the product.
If it will not fit the electrical
outlet, have a proper
electrical outlet installed by
a qualified electrician.
FCC Information
See Radio Frequency
Statement0395.
Utility Interruption of
Charging
This vehicle responds to
requests through the utility
company to limit or completely
block electrical power grid use.
This feature is inactive during
DC charging. A utility
interruption will lengthen the
vehicle charge time.

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Driving
Characteristics and
Towing Tips
{Warning
You can lose control when
towing a trailer if the correct
equipment is not used or the
vehicle is not driven
properly. For example, if the
trailer is too heavy or the
trailer brakes are
inadequate for the load, the
vehicle may not stop as
expected. You and others
could be seriously injured.
The vehicle may also be
damaged, and the repairs
would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty. Pull a
trailer only if all the steps in
this section have been
followed. Ask your dealer for
advice and information
about towing a trailer with
the vehicle.
Driving with a Trailer
Trailering is different than just
driving the vehicle by itself.
Trailering affects handling,
acceleration, braking, and
durability. Successful and safe
trailering requires proper use
of the correct equipment.
The following information has
many time-tested, important
trailering tips and safety rules.
Many of these are important
for your safety and that of
your passengers. Read this
section carefully before
towing a trailer.
When towing a trailer:
.Become familiar with and
follow all state and local laws
that apply to trailer towing.
These requirements vary
from state to state.
.State laws may require the
use of extended side view
mirrors. Even if not required,
you should install extendedside view mirrors if your
visibility is limited or
restricted while towing.
.Do not tow a trailer during
the first 800 km (500 mi) of
vehicle use to prevent
damage to vehicle.
.During the first 800 km
(500 mi) of trailer towing, do
not drive over 80 km/h
(50 mph) and do not make
starts at full throttle.
.Vehicles can tow in D (Drive).
If equipped, the following
driver assistance features
should be turned off when
towing a trailer:
.Park Assist
.Automatic Parking
Assist (APA)
.Reverse Automatic
Braking (RAB)
If equipped, the following
driver assistance features
should be turned to alert or
off when towing a trailer,
unless equipped with Super
Cruise:

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move the trailer to the right,
move that hand to the right.
Always back up slowly and,
if possible, have someone
guide you.
Making TurnsCaution
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 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 maintain
gear before starting down a
long or steep downhill grade.
See Hill and Mountain Roads
0 200.
The vehicle can tow in D
(Drive).
Viewing Systems
If equipped, the viewing
systems on the vehicle can
improve visibility while
hitching, backing up, and
driving with a trailer. See
Driver Assistance Systems
0 255.
Parking on Hills
{Warning
To prevent serious injury or
death, always park your
vehicle and trailer on a level
surface when possible.
When parking your vehicle and
your trailer on a hill: 1. Press and hold the brake
pedal, but do not shift into
P (Park). Turn the wheels
toward the curb if facing
downhill or toward traffic if
facing uphill.
2. Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels.
3. When the wheel chocks are in place, gradually release
the brake pedal to allow the
chocks to absorb the load
of the trailer.
4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then apply the electric
parking brake and shift into
P (Park).
5. Release the brake pedal.
Leaving After Parking on
a Hill
1. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
.Start the vehicle.
.Shift into a gear.
.Release the parking
brake.
2. Let up on the brake pedal.

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3. Drive slowly until the traileris clear of the chocks.
4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the
chocks.
Maintenance when Trailer
Towing
The vehicle needs service
more often when used to tow
trailers. See Maintenance
Schedule 0376. It is especially
important to check the cooling
system and brake system
before and during each trip.
Check periodically that all nuts
and bolts on the trailer hitch
are tight.
Cooling the Vehicle when
Trailer Towing
The cooling system may
temporarily overheat during
severe operating conditions.
See Cooling System 0313.
Trailer Towing
Caution
Towing a trailer improperly
can damage the vehicle and
result in costly repairs not
covered by the vehicle
warranty. To tow a trailer
correctly, follow the
directions in this section and
see your dealer for
important information about
towing a trailer with the
vehicle.
Trailering is different than just
driving the vehicle by itself.
Trailering means changes in
handling, acceleration, braking,
and durability. Successful, safe
trailering takes correct
equipment, and it has to be
used properly. The following information has
many time-tested, important
trailering tips and safety rules.
Many of these are important
for your safety and that of
your passengers. Read this
section carefully before pulling
a trailer.
Trailer Weight
{Warning
Never exceed the towing
capacity for your vehicle.
Safe trailering requires
monitoring the weight, speed,
altitude, road grades, outside
temperature, dimensions of
the front of the trailer, and
how frequently the vehicle is
used to tow a trailer.

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Trailer Weight Ratings
When towing a trailer, the
combined weight of the
vehicle, vehicle contents,
trailer, and trailer contents
must be below all of the
maximum weight ratings for
the vehicle, including:
.Gross Combined Weight
Rating (GCWR)
.Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (GVWR)
.Maximum Trailer Weight
Rating
.Maximum Trailer Tongue
Weight Rating
.Gross Axle Weight
Rating-Rear (GAWR-RR)
See “Weight-Distributing Hitch
and Adjustment” under Towing
Equipment 0303 to determine
if equalizer bars are required
to obtain the maximum trailer
weight rating. See
“Trailer Brakes” under
Towing Equipment 0303 to
determine if brakes are
required based on the trailer
weight.
The only way to be sure the
weight is not exceeding any of
these ratings is to weigh the
tow vehicle and trailer
combination, fully loaded for
the trip, getting individual
weights for each of these
items.
{Warning
You and others could be
seriously injured or killed if
the trailer is too heavy or
the trailer brakes are
inadequate for the load. The
vehicle may be damaged,
and the repairs would not be
covered by the vehicle
warranty.
Only tow a trailer if all the
steps in this section have
been followed. Ask your
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Warning (Continued)
dealer for advice and
information about towing a
trailer.
Gross Combined Weight
Rating (GCWR)
GCWR is the total allowable
weight of the completely
loaded vehicle and trailer
including any fuel, passengers,
cargo, equipment, and
accessories. Do not exceed
the GCWR for your vehicle.
The GCWR for the vehicle is
on the Tow Rating Chart
following.
Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (GVWR)
For information about the
vehicle's maximum load
capacity, see Vehicle Load
Limits0202. When calculating
the GVWR with a trailer
attached, the trailer tongue

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If TSC is enabled, the Traction
Control System (TCS)/
StabiliTrak warning light will
flash on the instrument
cluster. Reduce vehicle speed
by gradually removing your
foot from the accelerator.
If trailer sway continues,
StabiliTrak can help slow the
vehicle down. TSC will not
function if StabiliTrak is turned
off. See Traction Control/
Electronic Stability Control
0221.
{Warning
Trailer sway can result in a
crash and in serious injury or
death, even if the vehicle is
equipped with TSC.
If the trailer begins to sway,
reduce vehicle speed by
gradually removing your foot
from the accelerator. Then
pull over to check the trailer
and vehicle to help correct
possible causes, including an
improperly or overloaded
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trailer, unrestrained cargo,
improper trailer hitch
configuration, or improperly
inflated or incorrect vehicle
or trailer tires. See Towing
Equipment0303 for trailer
ratings and hitch setup
recommendations.
Trailer Tires
Special Trailer (ST) tires differ
from vehicle tires. Trailer tires
are designed with stiff
sidewalls to help prevent sway
and to support heavy loads.
These features can make it
difficult to determine if the
trailer tire pressures are low
only based on a visual
inspection.
Always check all trailer tire
pressures before each trip
when the tires are cool. Low
trailer tire pressure is a
leading cause of trailer tire
blow-outs. Trailer tires deteriorate over
time. The trailer tire sidewall
will show the week and year
the tire was manufactured.
Many trailer tire
manufacturers recommend
replacing tires more than six
years old.
Overloading is another leading
cause of trailer tire blow-outs.
Never load your trailer with
more weight than the tires are
designed to support. The load
rating is located on the trailer
tire sidewall.
Always know the maximum
speed rating for the trailer
tires before driving. This may
be significantly lower than the
vehicle tire speed rating. The
speed rating may be on the
trailer tire sidewall. If the
speed rating is not shown, the
default trailer tire speed rating
is 105 km/h (65 mph).