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MULTIMEDIA
UCONNECT SYSTEMS ..................................................... 104
CYBERSECURITY ............................................................. 104
UCONNECT SETTINGS...................................................... 105
Customer Programmable Features ........................ 105
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES .................. 120 Regulatory And Safety Information .......................... 120
SAFETY
SAFETY FEATURES........................................................... 121Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................................. 121Rear Seat Reminder Alert (RSRA) ............................ 121
Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System .................. 122
AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS ...................................... 126 Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) — If Equipped ............ 126Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With
Mitigation — If Equipped ........................................... 129
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) .......................................................... 131
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ................................ 134 Occupant Restraint Systems Features ................... 134Important Safety Precautions .................................. 134Seat Belt Systems .................................................... 135
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) .................. 143Child Restraints ......................................................... 153 SAFETY TIPS .................................................................... 167
Transporting Passengers ......................................... 167
Transporting Pets .................................................... 167
Connected Vehicles .................................................. 167Safety Checks You Should Make Inside
The Vehicle ............................................................... 167Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make
Outside The Vehicle .................................................. 168Exhaust Gas ............................................................. 169
Carbon Monoxide Warnings ..................................... 169IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ..................................... 170
SOS AND ASSIST MIRROR — IF EQUIPPED ................. 170
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING —
IF EQUIPPED .................................................................... 173 Preparations For Jacking ......................................... 173
Jack And Spare Tire Location................................... 174Equipment Removal ................................................ 174
Jacking Instructions.................................................. 175Road Tire Installation ............................................... 178
Portable Air Compressor — If Equipped .................. 179
Return Inflatable Spare Tire..................................... 180
TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED ................................. 180
JUMP STARTING............................................................... 185 Preparations For Jump Start .................................... 185Jump Starting Procedure.......................................... 186 REFUELING IN EMERGENCY – IF EQUIPPED ...............187
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS......................................... 187
MANUAL PARK RELEASE ...............................................188
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ........................................... 189
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE.......................................190
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE
SYSTEM (EARS) ...............................................................191
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR)......................................191
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING ................................................. 192 Maintenance Plan ..................................................... 193
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ................................................. 195 3.6L Engine................................................................ 195
Checking Oil Level ..................................................... 196Adding Washer Fluid ................................................ 196
Maintenance-Free Battery ........................................ 196Pressure Washing ..................................................... 197
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ................................................. 197 Engine Oil .................................................................. 197
Engine Oil Filter ......................................................... 197
Engine Air Cleaner Filter .......................................... 198
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ............................... 198Air Conditioner Maintenance .................................... 199
Body Lubrication........................................................ 200
Windshield Wiper Blades .......................................... 201

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34GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
Tilting The Seat Up Or Down
The angle of the seat cushion can be adjusted in two
directions. Pull upward or push downward on the front of
the seat switch, the front of the seat cushion will move in
the direction of the switch. Release the switch when the
desired position has been reached.
Reclining The Seatback
The angle of the seatback can be adjusted forward or
rearward. Push the seatback switch forward or rearward,
the seat will move in the direction of the switch. Release
the switch when the desired position is reached.
Power Lumbar — If Equipped

Power Lumbar Switch Location

The front driver’s seat may be equipped with a four-way
lumbar adjustment. The power lumbar switch is located on
the outboard side of the equipped power seat. Push the
switch forward or rearward to increase or decrease the
lumbar support. Push the switch upward or downward to
raise or lower the lumbar support.
HEATED SEATS
Front Heated Seats — If Equipped
The front heated seats control buttons are
located in the touchscreen.
You can choose from HI, LO or off heat settings.
The indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of
heat in use. Two indicator lights will illuminate for HI, one
for LO and none for off.

Press the heated seat button once to turn the HI setting on.

 Press the heated seat button a second time to turn the
LO setting on.
 Press the heated seat button a third time to turn the
heating elements off.
The level of heat selected will stay on until the operator
changes it.
NOTE:
 Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt within
two to five minutes.
 The engine must be running for the heated seats to
operate.
For information on use with the Remote Start system, see
Úpage 15.
WARNING!
 Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous.
Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of
control which could cause a collision and serious
injury or death.

 Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts
and while the vehicle is parked. Serious injury or death
could result from a poorly adjusted seat belt.

 Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the
shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
In a collision you could slide under the seat belt,
which could result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
Do not place any article under a power seat or impede
its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat
controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement
is stopped by an obstruction in the seat's path.
WARNING!
Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin
because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes,
spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus -
tion or other physical condition must exercise care
when using the seat heater. It may cause burns even
at low temperatures, especially if used for long
periods of time.
 Do not place anything on the seat or seatback that
insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion.
This may cause the seat heater to overheat. Sitting in
a seat that has been overheated could cause serious
burns due to the increased surface temperature of
the seat.

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48GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
REAR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Push the up arrow button to raise the
temperature. The rear temperature settings
are displayed in control head.
Push the down arrow button to lower the
temperature. The rear temperature settings
are displayed in control head.
REAR BLOWER CONTROL
The rear blower control can be manually set to
off, or any fixed blower speed by pushing the
blower control buttons. This allows the rear
seat occupants to control the volume of air
circulated in the rear of the vehicle. The larger of the two
icons increases blower speed, whereas the smaller of the
two icons decreases the blower speed.
REAR MODE CONTROL
Push this button on the Rear Climate Controls
to change the air distribution mode for the rear
passengers.
PANEL MODE
Air comes from the outlets in the headliner.
Each of these outlets can be individually
adjusted to direct the flow of air. Moving the air
vanes of the outlets to one side will shut off the
airflow.
BI-LEVEL MODE
Air comes from both the headliner outlets and
the floor outlets.
NOTE:In many temperature positions, the Bi-Level mode is
designed to provide cooler air out of the headliner outlets
and warmer air from the floor outlets.
FLOOR MODE
Air comes from the floor outlets.
REAR CLIMATE CONTROL/BLOWER OFF
To manually set the rear blower controls to off,
press the Rear Climate Control/Blower Off
button.
CLIMATE VOICE COMMANDS
Adjust vehicle temperatures hands-free and keep
everyone comfortable while you keep moving ahead (If
vehicle is equipped with climate control).
Push the VR button on the steering wheel. After the beep,
say one of the following commands:
 “Set driver temperature to 70 degrees ”
 “Set passenger temperature to 70 degrees ” Did you know
: Voice Command for Climate may only be
used to adjust the interior temperature of your vehicle.
Voice Command will not work to adjust the heated seats
or steering wheel if equipped.
OPERATING TIPS
Refer to the chart at the end of this section for suggested
control settings for various weather conditions.
Summer Operation
The engine cooling system must be protected with a
high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosion
protection and to protect against engine overheating. OAT
coolant (conforming to MS.90032) is recommended.
Winter Operation

To ensure the best possible heater and defroster performance,
make sure the engine cooling system is functioning properly
and the proper amount, type, and concentration of coolant is
used. Use of the Air Recirculation mode during Winter months
is not recommended, because it may cause window fogging.

Vacation/Storage
For information on maintaining the Climate Control system
when the vehicle is being stored for an extended period of
time, see
Úpage 232.
Window Fogging
Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild, rainy,
and/or humid weather. To clear the windows, select
Defrost or Mix mode and increase the front blower speed.
Do not use the Recirculation mode without A/C for long
periods, as fogging may occur.

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60GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
BASE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
D
ESCRIPTIONS
Use this QR code to access your digital
experience.

1. Tachometer

Indicates the engine speed
in revolutions per minute
(RPM x 1000).
2. Instrument Cluster Display When the appropriate conditions exist, this display
shows the instrument cluster display messages
Úpage 62.
3. Speedometer Indicates vehicle speed.
4. Temperature Gauge The temperature gauge shows engine coolant
temperature. Any reading within the normal range
indicates that the engine cooling system is oper -
ating satisfactorily. 
The gauge can indicate a higher temperature
when driving in hot weather or up mountain
grades. It should not be allowed to exceed the
upper limits of the normal operating range. 5. Fuel Gauge

The gauge shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when
the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position.

 The fuel pump symbol points to the side
of the vehicle where the fuel door is
located.
NOTE:The warning/indicator lights will illuminate for a bulb
check when the ignition is first cycled.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others
could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. You
may want to call an authorized dealer for service if your
vehicle overheats
Úpage 204.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage
your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reaches “H” pull
over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air
conditioner turned off until the gauge drops back into
the normal range and is no longer red. If the gauge
remains on the “H”, turn the engine off immediately
and call an authorized dealer for service.

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62GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
D
ESCRIPTIONS

1. Tachometer

Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per
minute (RPM x 1000).
2. Instrument Cluster Display When the appropriate conditions exist, this display
shows the instrument cluster display messages
Úpage 62.
3. Speedometer Indicates vehicle speed.
4. Temperature Gauge The temperature gauge shows engine coolant
temperature. Any reading within the normal range
indicates that the engine cooling system is oper -
ating satisfactorily.
 The gauge can indicate a higher temperature
when driving in hot weather or up mountain
grades. It should not be allowed to exceed the
upper limits of the normal operating range. 5. Fuel Gauge

The gauge shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when
the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position.

 The fuel pump symbol points to the side
of the vehicle where the fuel door is
located.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
Your vehicle is equipped with an instrument cluster
display, which offers useful information to the driver. With
the ignition in the OFF position (and the key removed, for
vehicles with mechanical key), opening/closing of a door
will activate the display for viewing, and display the total
miles or kilometers in the odometer. Your instrument
cluster display is designed to display important
information about your vehicle’s systems and features. Using a driver interactive display located on the
instrument panel, your instrument cluster display can
show you how systems are working and give you warnings
when they are not. The steering wheel mounted controls
allow you to scroll through and enter the main menus and
submenus. You can access the specific information you
want and make selections and adjustments.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
L
OCATION AND CONTROLS
The vehicle’s instrument cluster is equipped with an
instrument cluster display (base or premium cluster),
which offers useful information to the driver.

Instrument Cluster Display Location
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others
could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. You
may want to call an authorized dealer for service if your
vehicle overheats
Úpage 204.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage
your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reaches “H” pull
over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air
conditioner turned off until the gauge drops back into
the normal range and is no longer red. If the gauge
remains on the “H”, turn the engine off immediately
and call an authorized dealer for service.
1 – Instrument Cluster Display Controls
2 – Instrument Cluster Display Screen

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL69
NOTE:This light may turn on if the accelerator and brake pedals
are pressed at the same time.
If the light continues to flash when the vehicle is running,
immediate service is required and you may experience
reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle, or engine
stall and your vehicle may require towing. The light will
come on when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or
ACC/ON/RUN position and remain on briefly as a bulb
check. If the light does not come on during starting, have
the system checked by an authorized dealer.

Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light

This warning light warns of an overheated
engine condition. If the engine coolant
temperature is too high, this indicator will
illuminate and a single chime will sound. If the
temperature reaches the upper limit, a continuous chime
will sound for four minutes or until the engine is able to
cool; whichever comes first.
If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over and stop
the vehicle. If the Air Conditioning (A/C) system is on, turn
it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL (N) and
idle the vehicle. If the temperature reading does not return
to normal, turn the engine off immediately and call for
service
Úpage 187.
Hood Open Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate when the hood
is left open and not fully closed.
NOTE:If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a single chime.
Liftgate Open Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate when the
liftgate is open.
NOTE:If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a single chime.
Oil Temperature Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to indicate the
engine oil temperature is high. If the light turns
on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off
the engine as soon as possible. Wait for oil
temperature to return to normal levels.
Oil Pressure Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to indicate low
engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while
driving, stop the vehicle, shut off the engine as
soon as possible, and contact an authorized
dealer. A chime will sound when this light turns on.
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected.
This light does not indicate how much oil is in the engine.
The engine oil level must be checked under the hood.
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
This warning light indicates when the driver or
passenger seat belt is unbuckled. When the
ignition is first placed in the ON/RUN or
ACC/ON/RUN position and if the driver’s seat
belt is unbuckled, a chime will sound and the light will turn on. When driving, if the driver or front passenger seat belt
remains unbuckled, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will flash
or remain on continuously and a chime will sound
Úpage 134.
Transmission Temperature Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to warn of a
high transmission fluid temperature. This may
occur with strenuous usage such as trailer
towing. If this light turns on, stop the vehicle
and run the engine at idle or slightly faster, with the
transmission in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N), until the light
turns off. Once the light turns off, you may continue to
drive normally.
WARNING!

If you continue operating the vehicle when the Transmission
Temperature Warning Light is illuminated you could cause
the fluid to boil over, come in contact with hot engine or
exhaust components and cause a fire.

CAUTION!
Continuous driving with the Transmission Temperature
Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause severe
transmission damage or transmission failure.
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STARTING AND OPERATING83
The following indicators should be used to ensure that you
have properly engaged the transmission into the PARK
position:
Look at the transmission gear position display and
verify that it indicates the PARK position (P), and is not
blinking.
 With the brake pedal released, verify that the gear
selector will not move out of PARK.
REVERSE (R)

This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into
REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop.

NEUTRAL (N)
Use this range when the vehicle is standing for prolonged
periods with the engine running. The engine may be
started in this range. Apply the parking brake and shift the
transmission into PARK if you must exit the vehicle.
DRIVE (D)

This range should be used for most city and highway driving. It
provides the smoothest upshifts and downshifts, and the best
fuel economy. The transmission automatically upshifts through
all forward gears. The DRIVE position provides optimum driving
characteristics under all normal operating conditions.
If the transmission temperature exceeds normal operating
limits, the transmission controller may modify the transmission
shift schedule, reduce engine torque, and/or expand the range
of torque converter clutch engagement. This is done to prevent
transmission damage due to overheating.
If the transmission becomes extremely hot, the
Transmission Temperature Warning Light will illuminate, a
warning message will appear in the instrument cluster,
and the transmission may operate differently until the
transmission cools down.

During cold temperatures, transmission operation may be
modified depending on engine and transmission temperature
as well as vehicle speed. This feature improves warm-up time
of the engine and transmission to achieve maximum efficiency.
Engagement of the torque converter clutch, and shifts into
EIGHTH or NINTH gear, are inhibited until the transmission fluid
is warm


Ú
page 84. Normal operation will resume once the
transmission temperature has risen to a suitable level.

LOW (L)
Use this range for engine braking when descending
very steep grades. In this range, the transmission will
downshift for increased engine braking. To access the
LOW position, push down on the gear selector and rotate
it fully clockwise.
Transmission Limp Home Mode
Transmission function is monitored electronically for
abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could
result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home
Mode is activated. In this mode, the transmission may
operate only in a fixed gear, or may remain in NEUTRAL.
The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may be illuminated.
Limp Home Mode may allow the vehicle to be driven to an
authorized dealer for service without damaging the
transmission.
CAUTION!
 Before moving the transmission gear selector out of
PARK, you must start the engine, and also press the
brake pedal. Otherwise, damage to the gear selector
could result.
 DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK
or NEUTRAL into another gear range, as this can
damage the drivetrain.
WARNING!

Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the ignition to
coast down a hill. These are unsafe practices that limit your
response to changing traffic or road conditions. You might
lose control of the vehicle and have a collision.

CAUTION!
Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other
reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause
severe transmission damage.
If Recreational Towing
Úpage 101.
If Towing A Disabled Vehicle
Úpage 190.
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REFUELING IN EMERGENCY – IF EQUIPPED
The vehicle is equipped with a refueling funnel for a
Cap-Less Fuel System Úpage 174. If refueling is
necessary, while using an approved gas can, insert the
refueling funnel into the filler neck opening. Take care
to open both flappers with the funnel to avoid spills.
NOTE:In certain cold conditions, ice may prevent the fuel door
from opening. If this occurs, lightly push on the fuel door
to break the ice buildup. Then push on the rear center
edge of the fuel door to re-release. Do not pry on the door.

Refueling Funnel

Emergency Gas Can Refueling
Most gas cans will not open the flapper doors. A funnel is
provided to allow emergency refueling with a gas can.
See the following steps for refueling:

1. Retrieve funnel from the spare tire storage area.

2. Insert funnel into same filler pipe opening as the fuel nozzle.

Inserting Funnel

3. Ensure funnel is inserted fully to hold flapper doors open.
4. Pour fuel into funnel opening.
5. Remove funnel from filler pipe, clean off prior to putting back in the spare tire storage area.
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
If the vehicle is overheating, it will need to be serviced by
an authorized dealer.
Potential signs of vehicle overheating:
Temperature gauge is at HOT (H)
 Strong smell of coolant
 White smoke coming from engine or exhaust
 Coolant bottle coolant has bubbles present
WARNING!
Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the
vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is
being filled.
 Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is in
violation of most state and federal fire regulations
and may cause the Malfunction Indicator Light to
turn on.
 A fire may result if fuel is pumped into a portable
container that is inside of a vehicle. You could be
burned. Always place fuel containers on the ground
while filling.
CAUTION!
To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off” the
fuel tank after filling.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If you
see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not
open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool.
Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when
the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
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