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(Continued)
HANDS-FREE LIFTGATE — IF EQUIPPED 
Hands-Free Liftgate Activation Zone
To open or close the liftgate using hands-free 
activation, use a straight in and out kicking motion 
under the vehicle activation zone in the general 
location below the rear license plate. The activation 
zone is about 1.8 ft (0.5 m) from side to side. Do not  move your foot sideways or in a sweeping motion or 
the sensors may not detect the motion.
NOTE:Activation zone is the same for vehicles equipped 
with or without a trailer tow package.
When a valid kicking motion is completed, the 
liftgate will chime, the hazard lights will flash and 
the liftgate will open after approximately one 
second, or close after approximately three 
seconds. These settings can be enabled or 
disabled through Uconnect Settings  Ú page 165.
NOTE:
Opening or closing the Hands-Free Liftgate 
requires a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft 
(1.5 m) of the door handle. If a valid Passive 
Entry key fob is not within 5 ft (1.5 m), the lift -
gate will not respond to any kicks.
The Hands-Free Liftgate feature may be turned 
on or off through the Uconnect system  
Ú page 165.
The Hands-Free Liftgate feature should be 
turned off during jacking, tire changing, manual 
car wash, and vehicle service.
The Hands-Free Liftgate feature can be acti -
vated by any metallic object making a similar 
in-and-out motion under the rear fascia/
bumper, such as cleaning using a metal broom.
The Hands-Free Liftgate will only operate when 
the transmission is in PARK.
If anything obstructs the Hands-Free Liftgate 
while it is opening or closing, the liftgate will 
automatically reverse to the closed/open posi -
tion, provided it meets sufficient resistance.
There are pinch sensors attached to the side of 
the liftgate opening. Light pressure anywhere 
along these strips will cause the liftgate to 
return to the open position.
If the power liftgate encounters multiple 
obstructions within the same cycle, the system 
will automatically stop. If this occurs, the liftgate 
must be operated manually.
The power liftgate will release, but not power 
open, in temperatures below −12°F (−24°C). 
Be sure to remove any buildup of snow or ice 
from the liftgate before opening the liftgate.
If the liftgate is left open for an extended period 
of time (approximately one hour), the liftgate 
may need to be closed manually to reset power 
liftgate functionality.
WARNING!
Driving with the liftgate open can allow 
poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. 
You and your passengers could be injured by 
these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when 
you are operating the vehicle.
If you are required to drive with the liftgate 
open, make sure that all windows are closed, 
and the climate control blower switch is set at 
high speed. Do not use the recirculation 
mode.
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The instrument cluster display will normally display 
the main menu or the screens of a selected feature 
of the main menu. The main display area also 
displays pop-up messages that consist of 
approximately 60 possible warning or information 
messages. These pop-up messages fall into 
several categories:
Five Second Stored Messages  
When the appropriate conditions occur, this 
type of message takes control of the main 
display area for five seconds and then returns to 
the previous screen. Most of the messages of 
this type are then stored (as long as the condi-
tion that activated it remains active) and can be 
reviewed from the “Messages” main menu item. 
Examples of this message type are “Right Front 
Turn Signal Lamp Out” and “Low Tire Pressure.”
Unstored Messages  
This message type is displayed indefinitely or 
until the condition that activated the message is 
cleared. Examples of this message type are 
“Turn Signal On” (if a turn signal is left on) and 
“Lights On” (if driver leaves the vehicle with the 
lights on).
Unstored Messages Until RUN  
These messages deal primarily with the Remote 
Start feature. This message type is displayed 
until the ignition is in the RUN state. Examples of 
this message type are “Remote Start Canceled - 
Door Ajar” and “Press Brake Pedal and Push 
Button to Start.”
Five Second Unstored Messages  
When the appropriate conditions occur, this 
type of message takes control of the main 
display area for five seconds and then returns to 
the previous screen. An example of this 
message type is “Automatic High Beams On.”
OIL CHANGE RESET  
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil 
change indicator system. The “Oil Change Due” 
message will display in the instrument cluster 
display for five seconds after a single chime has 
sounded, to indicate the next scheduled oil 
change interval. The engine oil change indicator 
system is duty cycle based, which means the 
engine oil change interval may fluctuate, depen -
dent upon your personal driving style.
Unless reset, this message will continue to 
display each time the ignition is cycled to the 
ON/RUN position.
To reset the oil change indicator after performing 
the scheduled maintenance, refer to the following 
procedure:
1. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the  ENGINE START/STOP button and cycle the 
ignition to the ON/RUN position (do not start 
the engine).
2. Fully press the accelerator pedal, slowly, three  times within ten seconds.
3. Cycle the ignition to the OFF position.
NOTE:If the indicator message illuminates when you start 
the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not 
reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
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DISPLAY AND MESSAGES — IF EQUIPPED
Includes the following, but not limited to:
The Reconfigurable Telltales section is divided into the white or yellow telltales area on the left, and the green or red telltales area on the right.Front Seat Belts Unbuckled
Driver Seat Belt UnbuckledPassenger Seat Belt Unbuckled
Traction Control Off Washer Fluid LowOil Pressure Low
Oil Change Due Fuel LowService Anti-lock Brake System
Service Electronic Throttle Control Service Power SteeringCruise Off
Cruise Ready ACC OverrideCruise Set To XXX mph or km/h
Cruise Set To XXX km/h Tire Pressure Screen With Low Tire(s)Service Tire Pressure System
Park Brake Engaged Brake Fluid LowEngine Temperature Hot
Lights On Right Front Turn Signal Light OutRight Rear Turn Signal Light Out
Left Front Turn Signal Light Out Left Rear Turn Signal Light OutIgnition or Accessory On
Vehicle Not In Park Remote Start Active Push Start ButtonRemote Start Canceled Fuel Low
Remote Start Canceled Door Open Remote Start Canceled Hood OpenRemote Start Canceled Liftgate Open
Remote Start Canceled Time Expired Remote Start Disabled Start To ResetService Air Bag System
Service Air Bag Warning Light Door OpenDoors Open
Liftgate Open Hood OpenShift Not Allowed
Vehicle Speed Too High To Shift to D Vehicle Speed is Too High to Shift to RVehicle Speed is Too High to Shift to P
Service Transmission Service Shifter
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Active Lane Management Warning (If 
Equipped): a selection of the “readiness” of 
intervention of Active Lane Management
Buzzer Volume: There are 4 options: Off, Low, 
Medium, Loud
Brake Service (If Equipped): activation of the 
procedure to carry out braking system mainte-
nance
Auto Park Brake (If Equipped): enable/disable 
auto insertion of the Electric Park Brake
Hill Start Assist: Activation/Deactivation of the 
Hill Start Assist system
Lights — If Equipped
By selecting Lights, the following adjustments can 
be made:
Ambient Lights (If Equipped): adjust the sensi -
tivity of lighting in the doors and overhead 
console
Lights Off Delay: set the delay for headlight 
shutoff after engine shutoff
Headlight Sensitivity: adjust the sensitivity of 
headlight brightness
Greeting Lights: activate the direction indicators 
when unlocking the doors
Daytime Lights (If Equipped): activate/deacti -
vate the daytime running lights
Cornering Lights (If Equipped): activate/deacti-
vate the cornering lights
Auto High Beam (If Equipped): activate/deacti -
vate the automatic high beam headlights
Doors And Locks
By selecting Doors and Locks, the following 
adjustments can be made:
Auto Unlock Doors: automatic unlocking of the 
doors when exiting the vehicle
Lights with Lock: activate the direction indica -
tors when locking the doors
Horn With Remote Lock: activate/deactivate the 
horn when pressing the lock button on the key. 
The options are “Off”, “First Press”, and 
“Second Press”
Horn With Remote Start (If Equipped): activate/
deactivate the horn at the Remote Starting of 
the engine with the key
Door Unlock: allow you to choose whether to 
unlock all the doors or only the driver’s side door 
on the first push of the unlock button on the key
Auto Driver Comfort (If Equipped): activate/
deactivate automatic climate control during 
vehicle starts
Key in Memory (If Equipped): activate/deacti -
vate memory linked to a key
Compass
By selecting Compass, the following settings can 
be changed:
Calibration (If Equipped)
This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates 
the need to set the compass manually. When the 
vehicle is new, the compass may appear erratic, 
and the cluster will display dashes (- -) until the 
compass is calibrated. You may also calibrate the 
compass by completing one or more 360 degree 
turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic 
objects) until the dashes (- -) displayed in the 
instrument cluster display turns off. The compass 
will now function normally.
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Loss of the battery charge may indicate one or 
more of the following conditions:
The charging system cannot deliver enough 
electrical power to the vehicle system because 
the electrical loads are larger than the capability 
of charging system. The charging system is still 
functioning properly.
Turning on all possible vehicle electrical loads 
(e.g. HVAC to max settings, exterior and interior 
lights, overloaded power outlets +12 Volts, 
150W, USB ports) during certain driving condi -
tions (city driving, towing, frequent stopping).
Installing options like additional lights, upfitter 
electrical accessories, audio systems, alarms 
and similar devices.
Unusual driving cycles (short trips separated by 
long parking periods).
The vehicle was parked for an extended period 
of time (weeks, months).
The battery was recently replaced and was not 
charged completely.
The battery was discharged by an electrical load 
left on when the vehicle was parked.
The battery was used for an extended period 
with the engine not running to supply radio, 
lights, chargers, +12 Volts portable appliances 
like vacuum cleaners, game consoles and 
similar devices. What to do when an electrical load reduction 
action message is present (“Battery Saver On” or 
“Battery Saver Mode”)
During a trip:
Reduce power to unnecessary loads if possible:
Turn off redundant lights (interior or exterior)
Check what may be plugged into power 
outlets +12 Volts, 150W, USB ports
Check HVAC settings (blower, temperature)
Check the audio settings (volume)
After a trip:
Check if any aftermarket equipment was 
installed (additional lights, upfitter electrical 
accessories, audio systems, alarms) and review 
specifications if any (load and Ignition Off Draw 
currents).
Evaluate the latest driving cycles (distance, 
driving time and parking time).
The vehicle should have service performed if 
the message is still present during consecutive 
trips and the evaluation of the vehicle and 
driving pattern did not help to identify the cause.
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
The warning/indicator lights will illuminate in the 
instrument panel together with a dedicated 
message and/or acoustic signal when applicable. 
These indications are indicative and precautionary 
and as such must not be considered as exhaustive 
and/or alternative to the information contained in 
the Owner’s Manual, which you are advised to read 
carefully in all cases. Always refer to the 
information in this chapter in the event of a failure 
indication. All active telltales will display first if 
applicable. The system check menu may appear 
different based upon equipment options and 
current vehicle status. Some telltales are optional 
and may not appear.
RED WARNING LIGHTS
Air Bag Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to 
indicate a fault with the air bag, and will 
turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb 
check when the ignition is placed in the 
ON/RUN position. This light will illuminate with a 
single chime when a fault with the air bag has been 
detected, it will stay on until the fault is cleared. If 
the light is either not on during startup, stays on, or 
turns on while driving, have the system inspected 
at an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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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.
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 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  Ú page 204.
Transmission Fault Warning Light
This light will illuminate (together with a 
message in the instrument cluster 
display and a buzzer) to indicate a 
transmission fault. Contact an authorized 
dealer if the message remains after restarting 
the engine.
Transmission Temperature Warning Light — 
If Equipped
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 or 
NEUTRAL, until the light turns off. Once the light 
turns off, you may continue to drive normally.
Vehicle Security Warning Light — 
If Equipped  
This light will flash at a fast rate for 
approximately 15 seconds when the 
Vehicle Security system is arming, 
and then will flash slowly until the vehicle 
is disarmed.
YELLOW WARNING LIGHTS
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning 
Light  
This warning light monitors the ABS. 
The light will turn on when the ignition is 
placed in the ON/RUN position and may 
stay on for as long as four seconds.
If the ABS light remains on or turns on while 
driving, then the Anti-Lock portion of the brake 
system is not functioning and service is required as 
soon as possible. However, the conventional brake 
system will continue to operate normally, 
assuming the Brake Warning Light is not also on.
If the ABS light does not turn on when the ignition 
is placed in the ON/RUN position, have the brake 
system inspected by an authorized dealer.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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YELLOW INDICATOR LIGHTS
4WD Low Indicator Light — If Equipped
This light alerts the driver that the vehicle 
is in the 4WD Low mode. The front and 
rear driveshafts are mechanically locked 
together forcing the front and rear 
wheels to rotate at the same speed. Low range 
provides a greater gear reduction ratio to provide 
increased torque at the wheels  Ú page 112.
4WD Lock Indicator Light
This light alerts the driver that the vehicle 
is in the 4WD Lock mode. The front and 
rear driveshafts are mechanically locked 
together, forcing the front and rear 
wheels to rotate at the same speed  Ú page 112.
Auto HOLD! Fault Indicator Light — 
If Equipped
The Auto HOLD! Fault Indicator light will 
illuminate if a fault is detected, it will be 
indicated by a yellow HOLD! indicator 
light that will stay on as long as the fault 
condition exists.
Active Speed Limiter Fault Indicator Light — 
If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate to signal 
when there is a fault detected with the 
Active Speed Limiter.
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Indicator 
Light — If Equipped
This telltale will turn on to warn you of a 
possible collision with the vehicle in front 
of you.
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) OFF 
Indicator Light — If Equipped
This indicator light illuminates to indicate 
that Forward Collision Warning is off.
Immobilizer Fail / VPS Electrical Alarm 
Indicator Light
This telltale will illuminate when the 
Vehicle Security system has detected an 
attempt to break into the vehicle.
NOTE:After cycling the ignition to the ON/RUN position, 
the Vehicle Security Warning Light could illuminate 
if a problem with the system is detected. This 
condition will result in the engine being shut off 
after two seconds.
GREEN INDICATOR LIGHTS
Auto HOLD Indicator Light — If Equipped
Auto HOLD keeps your vehicle at a 
complete stop without you having to keep 
your foot on the brake pedal. Once 
engaged a green HOLD indicator will 
appear in the Instrument Cluster Display.
Active Lane Management Indicator Light — 
If Equipped 
The Active Lane Management indicator 
light illuminates solid green when both 
lane markings have been detected and 
the system is “armed” and ready to 
provide visual and torque warnings if an 
unintentional lane departure occurs.
Parking/Headlights On Indicator Light 
This indicator light will illuminate when 
the parking lights or headlights are 
turned on.
Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped
This indicator light will illuminate when 
the front fog lights are on  Ú page 43.
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Turn Signal Indicator Lights  
When the left or right turn signal is 
activated, the turn signal indicator will 
flash independently and the 
corresponding exterior turn signal lamps 
will flash. Turn signals can be activated when 
the multifunction lever is moved down (left) or 
up (right).
NOTE:
A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is 
driven more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either 
turn signal on.
Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if 
either indicator flashes at a rapid rate.
Cruise Control SET Indicator Light — 
If Equipped With A Premium Instrument 
Cluster  
This indicator light will illuminate when 
the Cruise Control is set to the desired 
speed  Ú page 117.
Stop/Start Active Indicator Light — 
If Equipped
This indicator light will illuminate when 
the Stop/Start function is in “Autostop” 
mode.
Automatic High Beam Indicator Light — 
If Equipped
This indicator shows that the automatic 
high beam headlights are on   Úpage 43.
WHITE INDICATOR LIGHTS
Active Lane Management Indicator Light — 
If Equipped
When the Active Lane Management 
system is ON, but not armed, the Active 
Lane Management indicator light 
illuminates solid white. This occurs when 
only left, right, or neither lane line has been 
detected. If a single lane line is detected, the 
system is ready to provide only visual warnings if 
an unintentional lane departure occurs on the 
detected lane line  Ú page 145.
Hill Descent Control (HDC) Indicator 
Light — If Equipped
This indicator shows when the HDC 
feature is turned on. The lamp will be on 
solid when HDC is armed. HDC can only 
be armed when the transfer case is in the 
4WD Low position and the vehicle speed is less 
then 30 mph (48 km/h). If these conditions are not 
met while attempting to use the HDC feature, the 
HDC indicator light will flash on/off.
Cruise Control Ready Indicator Light — 
If Equipped With A Premium Instrument 
Cluster  
This light will turn on when the Cruise 
Control has been turned on, but not set  
Ú page 117.
Cruise Control SET Indicator Light — 
If Equipped  
This indicator light will illuminate when 
the Cruise Control is set  Ú page 117.
BLUE INDICATOR LIGHTS
High Beam Indicator Light
This indicator light will illuminate to 
indicate that the high beam headlights 
are on. With the low beams activated, 
push the multifunction lever forward 
(toward the front of the vehicle) to turn on the high 
beams. Pull the multifunction lever rearward 
(toward the rear of the vehicle) to turn off the high 
beams. If the high beams are off, pull the lever 
toward you for a temporary high beam on, “flash to 
pass” scenario.
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