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WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ........................... 43Windshield Wiper Operation....................................... 44
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped .......................... 44
Rear Window Wiper/Washer ..................................... 45
Windshield Wiper De-Icer — If Equipped ................... 45
CLIMATE CONTROLS ..........................................................45 Automatic Climate Control Descriptions And
Functions ..................................................................... 45
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) —
If Equipped ................................................................. 48
Climate Voice Commands .......................................... 48
Operating Tips ............................................................ 48
INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT ............................49 Storage ........................................................................ 49
AUX/USB Control ........................................................ 50
Power Outlets .............................................................. 51
Power Inverter — If Equipped .................................... 52
WINDOWS ...........................................................................53 Power Window Controls .............................................. 53
Automatic Window Features ..................................... 53
Reset Auto-Up.............................................................. 53
Window Lockout Switch.............................................. 54
Wind Buffeting ............................................................ 54
POWER SUNROOF WITH POWER SHADE —
IF EQUIPPED ....................................................................... 54 Opening And Closing The Sunroof ............................. 55
Opening And Closing The Power Shade .................... 55
Pinch Protect Feature ................................................. 56
Venting Sunroof .......................................................... 56
Ignition Off Operation.................................................. 56
Sunroof Maintenance ................................................. 56
HOOD ...................................................................................56 Opening The Hood ...................................................... 56
Closing The Hood ........................................................ 57 LIFTGATE .............................................................................. 57
To Unlock/Open The Liftgate ......................................57
To Lock/Close The Liftgate ......................................... 58
Hands-Free Liftgate — If Equipped ............................ 58
Cargo Area Features ................................................... 59
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED .......................... 60
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ..................................................... 61 Instrument Cluster Descriptions ................................. 63
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY

S
.............................. 63
Instrument Cluster Display Location And Controls.... 63
Oil Life Reset — If Equipped

S
................................. 64
Instrument Cluster Display Menu Items ................... 64
Instrument Cluster Display Selectable Items ............ 67
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message —
Electrical Load Reduction Actions — If Equipped .....67
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ................................ 68 Red Warning Lights ..................................................... 68
Yellow Warning Lights ................................................. 70
Yellow Indicator Lights ................................................ 73
Green Indicator Lights ................................................. 73
White Indicator Lights.................................................. 74
Blue Indicator Lights.................................................... 75
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ..................... 75 Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity ...............................................................75
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ........................................................................ 75
STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE ..................................................... 77 Normal Starting ........................................................... 77
Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or −29°C) .... 77
Extended Park Starting ............................................... 77
If Engine Fails To Start ............................................... 78
After Starting................................................................ 78
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS........................ 78
PARKING BRAKE ................................................................ 78 Electric Park Brake (EPB) ........................................... 78
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ............................................ 81 Key Ignition Park Interlock.......................................... 81
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) System ... 81
9-Speed Automatic Transmission ............................. 81
Gear Ranges ................................................................ 82
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION .................................... 85 1-Speed Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) — If Equipped....... 85
2-Speed Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) — If Equipped....... 85
Shift Positions.............................................................. 86
Shifting Procedures ..................................................... 86
Rear Electronic Locker System — If Equipped........... 87
SELEC-TERRAIN .................................................................. 88 Description................................................................... 88
POWER STEERING ............................................................. 88
STOP/START SYSTEM........................................................ 89 Autostop Mode ............................................................ 89
Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not Autostop .... 89
To Start The Engine While In Autostop Mode ............ 89
To Manually Turn Off The Stop/Start System............ 90
To Manually Turn On The Stop/Start System ............ 90
System Malfunction .................................................... 90

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CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS — IF EQUIPPED .................90
Cruise Control.............................................................. 90
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................................... 92
PARKSENSE FRONT/REAR PARK ASSIST
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED.....................................................99 ParkSense Sensors ................................................... 100
ParkSense Display .................................................... 100
ParkSense Warning Display ..................................... 103
Enabling And Disabling ParkSense.......................... 103Service The ParkSense Park Assist System ............ 103Cleaning The ParkSense System ............................. 103
ParkSense System Usage Precautions ................... 103Side Distance Warning System ................................ 104
PARKSENSE ACTIVE PARK ASSIST
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED.................................................. 106 Enabling And Disabling The ParkSense Active
Park Assist System.................................................... 106
Parallel/Perpendicular Parking Space Assistance
Operation ................................................................... 107
Exiting The Parking Space ........................................ 109
LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED .......................................... 109 LaneSense Operation ............................................... 109Turning LaneSense On Or Off................................... 110
LaneSense Warning Message.................................. 110Changing LaneSense Settings ................................. 112
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA ........................... 112
REFUELING THE VEHICLE .............................................. 113
VEHICLE LOADING ........................................................... 113 Certification Label ..................................................... 113 TRAILER TOWING ............................................................ 114
Common Towing Definitions .................................... 114Trailer Hitch Classification ....................................... 116
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight
Ratings) ..................................................................... 116
Trailer And Tongue Weight ...................................... 117
Towing Requirements............................................... 117
Towing Tips ............................................................... 119
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME) .... 120 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle .......... 120
Recreational Towing — Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
Models ....................................................................... 121Recreational Towing — 4x4 Models With 1-Speed
Power Transfer Unit .................................................. 121Recreational Towing — 4x4 Models With 2-Speed
Power Transfer Unit .................................................. 121
DRIVING TIPS ................................................................... 123 On-Road Driving Tips ................................................ 123
Off-Road Driving Tips ................................................ 123
MULTIMEDIA
UCONNECT SYSTEMS ..................................................... 126
CYBERSECURITY ............................................................. 126
UCONNECT SETTINGS ..................................................... 126 Customer Programmable Features ......................... 127
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS —
IF EQUIPPED ..................................................................... 140 Radio Operation ........................................................ 140Media Mode .............................................................. 140
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES.................. 140 Regulatory And Safety Information.......................... 140 OFF-ROAD PAGES — IF EQUIPPED .................................141
Off-Road Pages Status Bar ...................................... 141Drivetrain .................................................................. 141
Pitch & Roll ............................................................... 142
Accessory Gauges .................................................... 142
Selec-Terrain — If Equipped ..................................... 142
SAFETY
SAFETY FEATURES ...........................................................143 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................................. 143
Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System ................... 143
AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS .......................................150 Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) — If Equipped ............ 150
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With
Mitigation — If Equipped ........................................... 154
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ................ 155
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ................................159 Occupant Restraint Systems Features ................... 159
Important Safety Precautions................................... 159
Seat Belt Systems .................................................... 159
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) .................. 166Child Restraints ......................................................... 176
SAFETY TIPS......................................................................186 Transporting Passengers .......................................... 186
Transporting Pets ...................................................... 186Connected Vehicles................................................... 186
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle ....................................................................... 187
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make
Outside The Vehicle .................................................. 188
Exhaust Gas ............................................................... 188
Carbon Monoxide Warnings ..................................... 188

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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ..................................... 189
SOS AND ASSIST MIRROR ............................................. 189
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ..................................... 191 Preparations For Jacking .......................................... 192
Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage .......................... 192Jacking Instructions .................................................. 193
TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED ................................. 196 Tire Service Kit Storage ............................................ 196
Tire Service Kit Components And Operation ........... 196Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions ......................... 197Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit .......................... 198
JUMP STARTING ............................................................... 200 Preparations For Jump Start .................................... 200
Jump Starting Procedure .......................................... 201
REFUELING IN EMERGENCY – IF EQUIPPED ............... 202
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ....................................... 203
GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE .......................................... 203
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ........................................... 204
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ...................................... 205 Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models ............................. 206
4x4 Models With 1–Speed Power Transfer Unit..... 2064x4 Models With 2–Speed Power Transfer Unit..... 206Emergency Tow Hooks — If Equipped ..................... 206
Recovery Strap — If Equipped .................................. 207
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM (EARS) .. 207
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ..................................... 207
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING ................................................ 208 Maintenance Plan ..................................................... 209 ENGINE COMPARTMENT ................................................ 212
2.0L Engine .............................................................. 212
2.4L Engine .............................................................. 213
Checking Oil Level .................................................... 214
Adding Washer Fluid ................................................ 214
Maintenance-Free Battery ...................................... 214
Pressure Washing ..................................................... 215
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ................................................. 215 Engine Oil ................................................................. 215Engine Oil Filter ......................................................... 216Engine Air Cleaner Filter ........................................... 216Accessory Drive Belt Inspection............................... 217
Air Conditioner Maintenance ................................... 217Body Lubrication ....................................................... 219
Windshield Wiper Blades ........................................ 219
Exhaust System ....................................................... 222
Cooling System ......................................................... 222Brake System ........................................................... 225
Automatic Transmission........................................... 225Fuses ......................................................................... 226
Bulb Replacement ................................................... 233
TIRES ................................................................................ 235 Tire Safety Information ............................................. 235
Tires — General Information..................................... 241
Tire Types .................................................................. 244
Spare Tires — If Equipped ....................................... 244
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care .................................... 245Snow Traction Devices ............................................ 246
Tire Rotation Recommendations ............................. 248
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES .................................................. 249 Treadwear ................................................................. 249Traction Grades ........................................................ 249Temperature Grades ................................................ 249 STORING THE VEHICLE ....................................................250
BODYWORK ......................................................................250
Protection From Atmospheric Agents ...................... 250
Body And Underbody Maintenance.......................... 250
Preserving The Bodywork ......................................... 250
INTERIORS ........................................................................ 251 Seats And Fabric Parts.............................................. 251Plastic And Coated Parts .......................................... 251
Leather Surfaces ....................................................... 252
Glass Surfaces .......................................................... 252
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) ..................... 253
BRAKE SYSTEM ................................................................ 253
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS ...............253 Torque Specifications ............................................... 253
FUEL REQUIREMENTS......................................................254 2.0L Engine................................................................ 254
2.4L Engine................................................................ 254
Reformulated Gasoline ............................................. 254Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ..................................... 254
Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles ............. 255
CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications .................. 255Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
(MMT) In Gasoline ..................................................... 255Materials Added To Fuel ........................................... 255
Fuel System Cautions ............................................... 255
FLUID CAPACITIES............................................................256
ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ................................256
CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ..............................257

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SYMBOL GLOSSARY
Some car components have colored labels with symbols indicating precautions to be
observed when using this component. It is important to follow all warnings when operating
your vehicle. See below for the definition of each symbol
Úpage 68.
NOTE:Warning and Indicator lights are different based upon equipment options and current
vehicle status. Some telltales are optional and may not appear.Red Warning Lights
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
Úpage 68
Air Bag Warning Light
Úpage 68
Brake Warning Light
Úpage 68
Battery Charge Warning Light
Úpage 69
Door Open Warning Light
Úpage 69
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Fault Warning Light
Úpage 69
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light
Úpage 69
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
Úpage 69
Hood Open Warning Light
Úpage 69
Liftgate Open Warning Light
Úpage 69
Oil Pressure Warning Light
Úpage 69
Oil Temperature Warning Light
Úpage 70
Transmission Temperature Warning Light
Úpage 70
Vehicle Security Warning Light
Úpage 70
Red Warning Lights
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Yellow Warning Lights
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Fault Warning Light
Úpage 70
Electric Park Brake Warning Light
Úpage 70
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
Úpage 70
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active Warning Light
Úpage 71
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Warning Light
Úpage 71
Low Fuel Warning Light
Úpage 71
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light
Úpage 71
Service LaneSense Warning Light
Úpage 71
LaneSense Warning Light
Úpage 71
Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator (MIL) Warning Light
Úpage 71
Service 4WD Warning Light
Úpage 72
Service Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Light
Úpage 72
Service Stop/Start System Warning Light
Úpage 72
Cruise Control Fault Warning Light
Úpage 72
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light
Úpage 72
Yellow Warning Lights

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Push Button Ignition

The push button ignition can be placed in the following
modes:
OFF
The engine is stopped
 Some electrical devices (e.g. power locks, alarm, etc.)
are still available
ACC
 Engine is not started
 Some electrical devices are available (e.g. power
sunroof, power windows, etc.)
ON/RUN
 Driving position
 All electrical devices are available (e.g. climate
controls, heated seats, etc.) START

The engine will start (when foot is on the brake)
NOTE:If the ignition switch does not change with the push of a
button, the key fob may have a low battery. In this situ -
ation, a backup method can be used to operate the
ignition switch. Put the nose side (side opposite of the
emergency key) of the key fob against the START/STOP
ignition button and push to operate the ignition switch.

Starting The Ignition With Depleted Key Fob Battery

NOTE:
For information on normal starting, see Úpage 77.
 When opening the driver's door and the ignition is in
the ON/RUN (engine not running) position, a chime will
sound to remind you to place the ignition in the OFF
1 — OFF
2 — ACC
3 — ON/RUN
WARNING!

Before exiting a vehicle, always come to a complete
stop, then shift the automatic transmission into
PARK, apply the parking brake, place the engine in
the OFF position, remove the key fob from the vehicle
and lock your vehicle. If equipped with Keyless
Enter ‘n Go™, always make sure the keyless ignition
is in OFF position, remove the key fob from the
vehicle and lock the vehicle.
Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
 Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others
could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should
be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake
pedal or the gear selector.
 Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in
a location accessible to children, and do not leave
the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless
Enter ‘n Go™ in the ON/RUN position. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move the
vehicle.
 Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehi -
cles in hot weather. Interior heat buildup may cause
serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation for thieves. Always
remove key fob from the vehicle and lock all doors
when leaving the vehicle unattended.
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position. In addition to the chime, the message “Igni-
tion or Accessory ON” will display in the cluster.
 The power window switches and power sunroof (if
equipped) will remain active for three minutes after the
ignition is placed in the OFF position. Opening either
front door will cancel this feature. The timing for this
feature is programmable.
REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED
This system uses the key fob to start the engine
conveniently from outside the vehicle while still
maintaining security. The system has a range
of approximately 328 ft (100 m).
Remote Start is used to defrost windows in cold weather,
and to reach a comfortable climate in all ambient
conditions before the driver enters the vehicle.
NOTE:Obstructions between the vehicle and key fob may reduce
this range Úpage 262.
HOW TO USE REMOTE START
Push and release the Remote Start button on the key fob
twice within five seconds. The vehicle doors will lock, the
parking lights will flash, and the horn will chirp (if
programmed within the Uconnect system). Then, the
engine will start, and the vehicle will remain in the Remote
Start mode for a 15 minute cycle. Pushing the Remote
Start button a third time shuts the engine off.
NOTE:
 With Remote Start, the engine will only run for
15 minutes.
 Remote Start can only be used twice.
 The ignition must be placed in the ON/RUN position
before the Remote Start sequence can be repeated for
a third cycle.
 If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low, the
vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds.
 The parking lights will turn on and remain on during
Remote Start mode.
 For security, power window and power sunroof opera -
tion (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is in
the Remote Start mode.
 The ignition must be placed in the ON/RUN position
before the Remote Start sequence can be repeated for
a third cycle.
All of the following conditions must be met before the
engine will remote start:
 Gear selector in PARK
 Doors closed
 Hood closed 
Liftgate closed
 Hazard switch off
 Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed)
 Battery at an acceptable charge level
 System not disabled from previous Remote Start event
 Vehicle Security system indicator flashing
 Ignition in OFF position
 Fuel level meets minimum requirement
 Vehicle Security system is not signaling an intrusion
 Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is not illuminated
TO EXIT REMOTE START MODE
To drive the vehicle after starting the Remote Start
system, push and release the START/STOP ignition button
while pressing the brake pedal prior to the end of the
15 minute cycle. If the vehicle is not equipped with a
START/STOP ignition button, insert the key fob into the
ignition switch and place the ignition in the ON/RUN
position.
WARNING!
Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or
confined area. Exhaust gas contains carbon
monoxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless.
Carbon monoxide is poisonous and can cause
serious injury or death when inhaled.
 Keep key fobs away from children. Operation of the
Remote Start system, windows, door locks or other
controls could cause serious injury or death.
WARNING!
Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or
confined area. Exhaust gas contains carbon
monoxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless.
Carbon monoxide is poisonous and can cause
serious injury or death when inhaled.
 Keep key fobs away from children. Operation of the
Remote Start system, windows, door locks or other
controls could cause serious injury or death.

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NOTE:The manual door locks will not lock or unlock the liftgate.

Lock Knob And Door Handle

POWER DOOR LOCKS
The power door lock switches are located on each front
door panel. Push the switch to lock or unlock the doors.
NOTE:The key fob may not be detected by the vehicle Keyless
Enter ‘n Go™ system if it is located next to a mobile phone,
laptop or other electronic device; these devices may block
the key fob’s wireless signal and prevent the Keyless
Enter ‘n Go™ system from starting the vehicle.

Power Door Lock Switches

The driver’s door will unlock automatically if the keys are
detected inside the vehicle when door lock button on the
front door panel is used to lock the door. This will occur for
two attempts. Upon the third attempt, the doors will lock
even if the key fob is inside.
If the door lock switch is pushed while the ignition is in the
ACC or ON/RUN position and the driver's door is open, the
doors will not lock.
If a rear door is locked, it cannot be opened from inside
the vehicle without first unlocking the door. The door may
be unlocked manually by rotating the lock knob.
WARNING!
For personal security and safety in the event of a
collision, lock the vehicle doors before you drive as
well as when you park and exit the vehicle.
 When exiting the vehicle, always remove the key fob
from the vehicle and lock your vehicle. If equipped
with Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Ignition, always make sure
the keyless ignition is placed in the OFF position, and
remove the key fob from the vehicle and lock the
vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may
cause severe personal injuries or death.
Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to
be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be seri -
ously or fatally injured. Children should be warned
not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the
gear selector.
 Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in
a location accessible to children, and do not leave
the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless
Enter ‘n Go™ Ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN position.
A child could operate power windows, other controls,
or move the vehicle.
WARNING!
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