WHAT IS DRIVE MODE
CONTROL
Your vehicle has various drive modes thatyou can select for different drivingconditions. Depending on the drive modethat you select, the system adjusts variousvehicle settings.
HOW DOES DRIVE MODE
CONTROL WORK
Drive mode control adjusts your vehicleconfiguration for each mode you select.
Changing the drive mode adjusts thesteering effort and feel of the steeringsystem.
The stability and traction control assistyour vehicle control in adverse conditionsor high-performance driving.
Throttle control enhances the powertrainresponse, transmission controls becomeoptimized with shift schedules, andfour-wheel drive settings are optimizedand tuned to each mode.
Changing the drive mode can engage ordisengage the electronic lockingdifferentials.
Changing the drive mode changes thefour-wheel drive mode to the defaultsetting for the selected drive mode.
Note:The system has diagnostic checksthat continuously monitor the system forproper operation. If a mode is unavailabledue to a system fault, the drive modesystem defaults to normal. When thesystem defaults to normal, the drivelinesettings remain the same as prior to thesystem fault.
Note:The system reverts to the normalmode each time you start your vehicle. Atstartup the system also displays a prompton the instrument cluster display that givesyou the option to return to the previouslyselected drive mode during the last ignitioncycle. If you select yes, the system returnsto the last selected drive mode and thedefault driveline settings associated withthat mode. If you select no, the systemremains in normal mode and the drivelinesettings remain the same as selected in theprior ignition cycle. If you do not select yesor no, the system stays in normal mode andthe driveline settings remain the same asselected in the prior ignition cycle.
SELECTING A DRIVE MODE
Rotate the controller located on the centerconsole. Rotate the drive mode controlleronce to activate the drive mode selectionmenu in the display. Rotate the controllera second time to select and engage thedrive mode.
Note:Button icons vary depending on thevehicle’s configuration.
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Blind Spot Information System With TrailerCoverage..........................................................328Blind Spot Information SystemIndicators.....................................................330Blind Spot Information SystemLimitations...................................................327Blind Spot Information SystemPrecautions..................................................327Blind Spot Information SystemRequirements.............................................327Blind Spot Information System –Troubleshooting.........................................331Blind Spot Information System –Information Messages.................................331Blind Spot Information SystemVideos............................................................331Blind Spot Information System WithTrailer Coverage.........................................328Blind Spot Information System With TrailerCoverage Limitations..................................328Selecting a Trailer..............................................330Setting a Trailer Length...................................329What Is Blind Spot Information System withTrailer Coverage.............................................328Bluetooth®.....................................................574Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood.........440Booster Seats...................................................47Brake Fluid Specification..........................250Brake Over Accelerator..............................249Brake Precautions.......................................249Brakes..............................................................249Anti-Lock Braking System..............................249Brakes – Troubleshooting..............................250Brakes – Troubleshooting........................250Brakes – Frequently AskedQuestions.........................................................252Brakes – Information Messages....................251Brakes – Warning Lamps...............................250Breaking-In.....................................................416
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Calculating Payload....................................353Calculating the Load Limit.......................353Canceling the Set Speed...........................273Canceling the Set Speed Limit................316Capacities and Specifications................520
Catalytic Converter.....................................233Catalytic Converter –Troubleshooting............................................233Catalytic Converter Precautions............233Catalytic Converter –Troubleshooting........................................233Catalytic Converter – WarningLamps................................................................233Center Console..............................................198Opening the Center Console..........................198Center Console Work Surface.................193Center Console Work Surface –Troubleshooting.............................................194Center Console Work Surface –Troubleshooting.........................................194Center Console Work Surface – InformationMessages..........................................................194Center Display Limitations.......................563Center Display Overview..........................563Center Display Overview Videos...........564Center Display Precautions.....................563Changing a Flat Tire...................................509Changing a Road Wheel...........................509Changing the Fuel Filter - Diesel............453Changing the Fuel Filter -Gasoline.......................................................453Changing the Language.............................145Changing the Measurement Unit...........145Changing the Remote Control Battery -Vehicles With: Flip Key...............................74Changing the Remote Control Battery -Vehicles With: Push Button Start..........75Changing the Set Speed Limit................316Changing the Temperature Unit.............145Changing the Tire Pressure Unit.............145Changing the Vehicle Wi-Fi HotspotName or Password....................................551Charging a Device.........................................183Charging a Wireless Device......................195Checking the Brake Fluid..........................249Checking the Seatbelts...............................56Checking the Selective CatalyticReduction System Status.....................230Checking the Tire Pressures...................490Checking the Wiper Blades........................114Children and Airbags....................................64
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Speedometer..................................................137Speed Sign RecognitionIndicators.....................................................348Speed Sign RecognitionLimitations..................................................348Speed Sign RecognitionPrecautions................................................348Speed Sign Recognition...........................348Speed Sign Recognition –Troubleshooting............................................349Speed Sign Recognition –Troubleshooting........................................349Speed Sign Recognition – Frequently AskedQuestions........................................................350Speed Sign Recognition – InformationMessages.........................................................349Stability Control Indicator.........................272Stability Control...........................................270Starter SwitchSee: Ignition Switch..........................................202Starting and Stopping the Engine –Precautions.................................................202Starting and Stopping the Engine.........202Automatic Engine Stop...................................208Engine Block Heater.........................................205Idle Timer..............................................................207Starting and Stopping the Engine –Troubleshooting............................................209Starting the Engine...........................................203Stopping the Engine.........................................206Starting and Stopping the Engine –Troubleshooting.......................................209Starting and Stopping the Engine –Frequently Asked Questions.......................211Starting and Stopping the Engine –Information Messages.................................210Starting and Stopping the Engine –Warning Lamps.............................................209Starting and Stopping the EngineVideos.............................................................213Starting the Engine.....................................203Restarting the Engine After Stoppingit..........................................................................205Starting a Diesel Engine..................................204Starting a Gasoline Engine............................203Status Bar......................................................563Steering...........................................................279Hydraulic Power Steering...............................279
Steering – Troubleshooting...........................280Steering – Troubleshooting....................280Steering – Information Messages................281Steering – Warning Indicators......................280Steering Wheel.................................................31Steering Wheel Videos.................................111Stopping the Engine..................................206Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle isMoving..............................................................206Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle isStationary........................................................206Storage.............................................................197Center Console....................................................198Cup Holders..........................................................197Glasses Holder....................................................201Glove Compartment..........................................197Under Seat Storage...........................................198Storing Your Vehicle....................................476SunroofSee: Moonroof.....................................................134Switching Adaptive Cruise Control Onand Off.........................................................299Switching Air Conditioning On andOff....................................................................152Switching All of the Interior Lamps Onand Off...........................................................126Switching Android Auto On andOff...................................................................576Switching Apple CarPlay On andOff...................................................................576Switching Auto Hold On and Off...........266Switching Climate Control On andOff....................................................................152Switching Cross Traffic Alert On andOff..................................................................336Switching Cross Traffic Braking On andOff..................................................................263Switching Cruise Control On andOff..................................................................294Switching Defrost On and Off.................152Switching Driver Alert On and Off........346Switching Easy Entry and Exit On andOff....................................................................90Switching Exit Warning On andOff...................................................................333Switching Four-Wheel Drive On andOff..................................................................240
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Trailer Lighting Check................................363Trailer Reverse GuidancePrecautions.................................................401Trailer Reverse Guidance...........................401Setting Up Trailer Reverse Guidance for aConventional Trailer.....................................401Trailer Reverse Guidance –Troubleshooting............................................407Trailer Reverse Guidance –Troubleshooting........................................407Trailer Reverse Guidance – FrequentlyAsked Questions..........................................409Trailer Reverse Guidance – InformationMessages.........................................................407Trailer Sway Control Precautions...........377Trailer Sway Control....................................377Trailer Sway Control Videos.....................377Trailer Towing Hints....................................366Trailer Towing Navigation..........................581Trail Turn Assist Indicators........................275Trail Turn Assist Limitations.....................275Trail Turn Assist Precautions...................275Trail Turn Assist.............................................275Trail Turn Assist – Troubleshooting............276Trail Turn Assist –Troubleshooting........................................276Trail Turn Assist – Frequently AskedQuestions.........................................................276Trail Turn Assist – InformationMessages.........................................................276Transfer Case Fluid Capacity andSpecification...............................................242Transmission Fluid TemperatureGauge.............................................................138Transporting the Vehicle...........................424Trip Computer................................................146Trip Data..........................................................146Turbo Boost Gauge......................................138
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Under Hood Fuse Box...............................430Accessing the Under Hood Fuse Box........430Identifying the Fuses in the Under HoodFuse Box............................................................431Locating the Under Hood Fuse Box...........430Under Hood Overview - 6.7L Diesel......441
Under Hood Overview - 6.8L,Gasoline.......................................................442Under Hood Overview - 7.3L,Gasoline.......................................................443Under Seat Storage.....................................198Locating the Under Seat StorageCompartment.................................................198USB Ports........................................................183USB Ports Videos.........................................184Using Alexa Built-In.....................................567Using a Slide-In Camper...........................352Using Auto Hold...........................................266Using Digital Key..............................................71Using Keyless Entry.......................................85Using Onboard Scales...............................384Using Progressive RangeSelection......................................................236Using Smart Hitch.......................................382Using Snow Chains.....................................487Using the Center Console WorkSurface..........................................................193Using the Diesel Engine ExhaustBrake.............................................................256Using the Instrument Cluster DisplayControls.........................................................143Using the Integrated Trailer BrakeController......................................................372Using the Key Cards......................................69Using the Keyless Entry Keypad...............88Using the Remote Control..........................69Using the Trailer Backup AssistanceController.....................................................392Using the Trailer Backup AssistanceViews.............................................................393Using This Publication..................................22Using Trailer Hitching Assistance..........379Using Trailer Reverse GuidanceViews............................................................405
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Vehicle Care..................................................469Cleaning the Exterior........................................470Cleaning the Interior..........................................472Vehicle Care Videos....................................475Vehicle Identification Number................547Locating the Vehicle IdentificationNumber.............................................................547
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