
Note:You may hear a noise as the transfercase shifts out of its neutral position. Thisis normal.
5.Make sure the instrument clusterdisplays Neutral Tow Disabled.
RECREATIONALLY TOWING
YOUR VEHICLE - 4X2
You cannot recreational tow your vehiclewith all wheels on the ground becausevehicle or transmission damage couldoccur. You must recreational tow yourvehicle with all four wheels off the ground,such as when using a car-hauling trailer.Otherwise, you cannot recreational towyour vehicle.
EMERGENCY TOWING
If your vehicle becomes inoperable withoutaccess to wheel dollies or a vehicletransport trailer, it can be flat-towed withall wheels on the ground, regardless of thepowertrain and transmission configuration,under the following conditions:
•Your vehicle is facing forward fortowing in a forward direction.
•Use the manual park releaseprocedure. See Manually Releasingthe Electric Parking Brake (page 232).Failure to do so may result in damageto the transmission.
•Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h).
•Maximum distance is 50 mi (80 km).
TOWING YOUR VEHICLE – TROUBLESHOOTING
TOWING YOUR VEHICLE – INFORMATION MESSAGES
DescriptionMessage
The transfer case is in the neutral position and your vehicleis safe to tow with all four wheels on the ground.Neutral Tow EnabledLeave Transmission inNeutral
There is a transfer case gear tooth blockage present. Withyour vehicle on, shift the transmission into drive (D) and letthe vehicle roll forward, up to 3 ft (1 m).
Shift Delayed DriveForward
The transfer case is not in the neutral position and your vehicleis not safe to tow with all four wheels on the ground.Neutral Tow Disabled
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Drive cautiously when using a full-sizedissimilar spare wheel and tire assemblyand seek service as soon as possible.
Location of the Spare Tire andTools
The spare tire is located under the vehicle,just forward of the rear bumper. The jack,swivel wrench and lug wrench are in thefollowing locations:
LocationItem
Under the vehicle, just forward of the rearbumperSpare tire
Under the access panel located in the floorcompartment behind the rear seatJack and tool kit bag
Tire Change Procedure
WARNING: Only use replacementtires and wheels that are the same size,load index, speed rating, and type asthose originally provided for your vehicle.The recommended tire and wheel sizescan be found on the Tire Label on thedriver side door frame or the edge of thedriver door. If this information is notfound in those locations, or for additionaloptions, contact your authorized dealer.Use of any tire or wheel notrecommended, could affect the safetyand performance of your vehicle, whichcould result in an increased risk of lossof vehicle control, vehicle rollover,personal injury and death.
WARNING: To help prevent yourvehicle from moving when changing awheel, shift the transmission into park(P), set the parking brake and use anappropriate block or wheel chock tosecure the wheel diagonally opposite tothe wheel being changed. For example,when changing the front left wheel,place an appropriate block or wheelchock on the right rear wheel.
WARNING: Only use the jackprovided as original equipment with yourvehicle.
WARNING: Switch off the runningboards before jacking or placing anyobject under your vehicle. Never placeyour hand between the extended runningboard and your vehicle. A moving runningboard may cause injury.
WARNING: Only use the sparewheel carrier to stow wheels providedwith your vehicle.
WARNING: Ensure screwthread isadequately lubricated before use.
WARNING: Switch the ignition offand apply the parking brake. If yourvehicle has a manual transmission, shiftinto first or reverse gear. If your vehiclehas an automatic transmission, shift intopark (P).
WARNING: Only use the specifiedjacking points. If you use any otherlocations you could damage vehiclecomponents, such as brake lines.
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Switching Automatic Engine Stop On andOff.......................................................................198What Is Automatic Engine Stop....................197Automatic High Beam Control.................121Automatic High Beam ControlIndicators..........................................................123Automatic High Beam ControlLimitations........................................................122Automatic High Beam ControlPrecautions......................................................122Automatic High Beam ControlRequirements..................................................122How Does Automatic High Beam ControlWork.....................................................................121Overriding Automatic High BeamControl...............................................................123Switching Automatic High Beam ControlOn and Off........................................................123Automatic High Beam Control –Troubleshooting.........................................124Automatic High Beam Control –Information Messages.................................124Automatic Locking Mode...........................50Disengaging Automatic Locking Mode.........51Engaging Automatic Locking Mode...............51What Is Automatic Locking Mode.................50When to Use Automatic LockingMode....................................................................50Automatic Return to Park (P)..................217Automatic Return to Park (P)Limitations.......................................................218How Does Automatic Return to Park (P)Work....................................................................217What Is Automatic Return to Park(P)........................................................................217Automatic Transmission AudibleWarnings.......................................................218Automatic Transmission............................213Automatic Return to Park (P)........................217Automatic Transmission Positions..............213Manually Shifting Gears...................................215Temporary Neutral Mode................................216Automatic Transmission PositionIndicators......................................................214Automatic Transmission Positions........213Drive (D).................................................................213Manual (M)...........................................................214Neutral (N)............................................................213
Park (P)..................................................................213Reverse (R)...........................................................213Automatic TransmissionPrecautions..................................................213Auto Mode......................................................150Auto Mode Indicators.......................................150Switching Auto Mode On and Off................150Switching Dual Mode On and Off.................151Auto-Start-Stop..........................................202Auto-Start-Stop – Troubleshooting..........203Auto-Start-Stop Indicators.....................202Auto-Start-Stop Precautions.................202Auto-Start-Stop –Troubleshooting........................................203Auto-Start-Stop – Frequently AskedQuestions........................................................204Auto-Start-Stop – InformationMessages.........................................................203Autounlock.......................................................82Autounlock Requirements................................82Switching Autounlock On and Off.................82What Is Autounlock.............................................82Autowipers.....................................................109Adjusting the Sensitivity of the RainSensor.................................................................110Autowipers Settings..........................................109What Are Autowipers.......................................109
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BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery.....................420Blind Spot Assist...........................................314Blind Spot Assist Indicators............................315Blind Spot Assist Limitations.........................315How Does Blind Spot Assist Work...............314What Is Blind Spot Assist................................314Blind Spot Assist with TrailerCoverage.......................................................315Blind Spot Assist with Trailer CoverageIndicators..........................................................316Blind Spot Assist with Trailer CoverageLimitations.......................................................316How Does Blind Spot Assist with TrailerCoverage Work...............................................316What Is Blind Spot Assist with TrailerCoverage...........................................................315
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