
98GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL  
GRAY INDICATOR LIGHTS
Cruise Control Ready Indicator Light — 
If Equipped With Base Instrument Cluster  
This light will turn on when the Cruise 
Control has been turned on, but not set  
Úpage 117.
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II 
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated 
Onboard Diagnostic system called OBD II. This 
system monitors the performance of the 
emissions, engine, and automatic transmission 
control systems. When these systems are 
operating properly, your vehicle will provide 
excellent performance and fuel economy, as well 
as emissions well within current government 
regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II 
system will turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light 
(MIL). It will also store diagnostic codes and other 
information to assist your service technician in 
making repairs. Although your vehicle will usually 
be drivable and not need towing, see an authorized 
dealer for service as soon as possible.
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) 
C
YBERSECURITY
Your vehicle is required to have an OBD II and a 
connection port to allow access to information 
related to the performance of your emissions 
controls. Authorized service technicians may need 
to access this information to assist with the 
diagnosis and service of your vehicle and 
emissions system  Ú page 164.
CAUTION!
Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause 
further damage to the emission control 
system. It could also affect fuel economy and 
driveability. The vehicle must be serviced 
before any emissions tests can be performed.
If the MIL is flashing while the vehicle is 
running, severe catalytic converter damage 
and power loss will soon occur. Immediate 
service is required.
WARNING!
ONLY an authorized service technician should 
connect equipment to the OBD II connection 
port in order to read the VIN, diagnose, or 
service your vehicle.
If unauthorized equipment is connected to the 
OBD II connection port, such as a 
driver-behavior tracking device, it may:
Be possible that vehicle systems, 
including safety related systems, could be 
impaired or a loss of vehicle control could 
occur that may result in an accident 
involving serious injury or death.
Access, or allow others to access, infor -
mation stored in your vehicle systems, 
including personal information.
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Active Drive Control — If Equipped
The Power Transfer Unit (PTU) is locked to ensure 
immediate availability of torque to the rear drive 
axles. This feature is selectable in AUTO mode and 
automatic in the other driving mode. 4WD LOCK 
can be enabled by the following ways:
When the 4WD LOCK button is pushed.
When the Selec-Terrain switch is moved from 
AUTO to any other off-road modes.
Active Drive With Low Control — (Trailhawk models 
only)
The 4WD LOW mode helps to improve the off-road 
performance in all modes. To enable 4WD LOW, 
please follow the steps below:
Enabling 4WD LOW
With the vehicle stationary, the ignition in the ON/
RUN position or with the engine running, shift the 
transmission into NEUTRAL and push the 4WD 
LOW button once. The instrument cluster will 
display the message “4WD LOW” once the shift is 
complete.
NOTE:
Both LOCK and LOW LED lights will blink and 
then become active on the buttons until the 
shift is complete.
The instrument cluster display will illuminate the 
4WD LOW icon. Disabling 4WD LOW
To disable the 4WD LOW mode, the vehicle must 
be stationary and the transmission shifted into 
NEUTRAL. Push the 4WD LOW button once.
SELEC-TERRAIN — IF EQUIPPED
Selec-Terrain combines the capabilities of the 
vehicle control systems, along with driver input, to 
provide the best performance for all terrains.
MODE SELECTION GUIDE
Selec-Terrain Switch
AUTO
: This four-wheel drive operation is a 
continuous operation, is fully automatic and can 
be used on and off road. This mode balances 
traction to ensure maneuverability and acceler -
ation improvement compared to a vehicle with 
two wheel drive. This mode also reduces fuel  consumption, since it allows the disconnect of 
the drive shaft where conditions permit.
SNOW
: This mode allows you to have greater 
stability under conditions of bad weather. For 
use on and off road on surfaces with poor trac-
tion, such as roads covered with snow. When in 
SNOW mode (depending on certain operating 
conditions), the transmission may use SECOND 
gear (rather than FIRST gear) during launches, 
to minimize wheel slippage.
SAND/MUD : For off-road driving or use on 
surfaces with poor traction, such as dry sand 
and roads covered by mud or wet grass. The 
transmission is set to provide maximum trac -
tion.
ROCK : (Trailhawk only): This mode is only avail -
able in 4WD LOW range. The device sets the 
vehicle to maximize traction and allow the 
highest steering capacity for off-road surfaces. 
This mode gives you the maximum performance 
off-road. Use for low speed obstacles such as 
large rocks, deep ruts, etc.
SPORT : This mode is only available in 4WD 
AUTO, and alters the transmission's automatic 
shift schedule for sportier driving. Upshift 
speeds are increased to make full use of avail -
able engine power. Suspension settings are 
optimized and steering assist is modified to 
provide better handling performance.
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Setting The Following Distance In ACC
The specified following distance for ACC can be set 
by varying the distance setting between four bars 
(longest), three bars (long), two bars (medium) and 
one bar (short). Using this distance setting and the 
vehicle speed, ACC calculates and sets the 
distance to the vehicle ahead. This distance 
setting will show in the instrument cluster display.
Distance Settings
To increase the distance setting, push the 
Distance Increase button and release. Each time 
the button is pushed, the distance setting 
increases by one bar (longer). To decrease the distance setting, push the 
Distance Decrease button and release. Each time 
the button is pushed, the distance setting 
decreases by one bar (shorter).
If a slower moving vehicle is detected in the same 
lane, the instrument cluster display will show the 
ACC Set With Target Detected Light. The system 
will then adjust vehicle speed automatically to 
maintain the distance setting, regardless of the set 
speed.
The vehicle will then maintain the set distance 
until:
The vehicle ahead accelerates to a speed above 
the set speed.
The vehicle ahead moves out of your lane or 
view of the sensor.
The distance setting is changed.
The system disengages  Ú
page 120.
The maximum braking applied by ACC is limited; 
however, the driver can always apply the brakes 
manually, if necessary.
NOTE:The brake lights will illuminate whenever the ACC 
system applies the brakes.
A Proximity Warning will alert the driver if ACC 
predicts that its maximum braking level is not 
sufficient to maintain the set distance. If this 
occurs, a visual alert “BRAKE!” will flash in the  instrument cluster display and a chime will sound 
while ACC continues to apply its maximum braking 
force.
NOTE:The “BRAKE!” screen in the instrument cluster 
display is a warning for the driver to take action 
and does not necessarily mean that the Forward 
Collision Warning system is applying the brakes 
autonomously.
Overtake Aid
When driving with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) 
engaged and following a vehicle, the system will 
provide an additional acceleration up to the ACC 
set speed to assist in passing the vehicle. This 
additional acceleration is triggered when the driver 
utilizes the left turn signal and will only be active 
when passing on the left hand side.
ACC Operation At Stop
In the event that the ACC system brings your 
vehicle to a standstill while following a vehicle in 
front, if the vehicle in front starts moving within two 
seconds of your vehicle coming to a standstill, your 
vehicle will resume motion without the need for 
any driver action.
If the vehicle in front does not start moving within 
two seconds of your vehicle coming to a standstill, 
the driver will either have to push the RES (resume) 
button, or apply the accelerator pedal to reengage 
the ACC to the existing set speed.
1 — Longest Distance Setting (Four Bars)
2 — Medium Distance Setting (Two Bars)
3 — Long Distance Setting (Three Bars)
4 — Short Distance Setting (One Bar)
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NOTE:For the system to detect the driver’s hands on the 
steering wheel, the wheel must be gripped on the 
outside. Gripping the inside areas of the steering 
wheel will not satisfy the hands-on condition to 
engage the system.
Do Not Grip Inside Of Steering Wheel
System Deactivation
The system will be deactivated in any of the 
following situations:
If the system has detected driver inattentive -
ness, and has gone through all escalation warn -
ings after hands are no longer detected on the 
steering wheel
If lane markings are no longer detected
If the brake pedal is pressed or ACC system is 
deactivated
If a turn signal is used (unless a target is in the 
blind spot zone on the same side the turn signal 
is being applied)
If the driver applies enough input to the steering 
wheel
If the driver’s seat belt is released
If the vehicle speed exceeds 90 mph (145 km/h)
If the Highway Assist on/off button is pushed 
again (HAS will turn off)
If the Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system 
becomes active and is providing warnings/
braking
NOTE:
HAS will not enable if the system detects a 
trailer is connected to the vehicle.
Pushing the Highway Assist on/off button will 
turn the system off. All other deactivation condi -
tions will place the system back into the enabled 
state with the steering wheel indicator displayed 
in white until all engagement conditions are met 
again.
When the system is deactivated, the system 
status indicator lights will turn off, Active Lane 
Management will return to its previous state, 
and ACC will disable.
INDICATIONS ON THE DISPLAY
The Highway Assist system status can always be 
viewed in the instrument cluster display, and 
status changes are shown by changes in color of 
the system’s indicator lights.
As the system detects driver inattentiveness as 
previously described  Ú page 129, the system 
status indicator lights will change from green, to 
yellow, to red, while the steering wheel icon on the 
display moves up the screen to the center. The 
following indicators will change in color as 
warnings to the driver escalate:
Highway Assist Indicator (steering wheel icon in 
the instrument cluster display)
Glow effect of the instrument cluster display
If driver attention is not returned, the system will 
deactivate.
Highway Assist Indicators Are Off
HAS is not turned on/enabled by the driver.
Highway Assist Indicators Are White
HAS is turned on/enabled by the driver, but the 
system is not actively steering to the vehicle.
Highway Assist Indicators Are Green
System is actively steering the vehicle and the 
system detects driver is attentive.
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Highway Assist Indicators Are Yellow
Driver inattentiveness has been detected, 
warning the driver to place hands on the 
steering wheel.
Highway Assist Indicators Are Red
Driver inattentiveness is still being detected, 
warning the driver to place hands on the 
steering wheel.
NOTE:The driver  MUST replace hands on the steering 
wheel and take control of the vehicle when the 
system is deactivated.
Highway Assist Cancelled Message
SYSTEM STATUS
Along with changes in the system’s indicator lights 
(green, yellow, and red), the system can also issue 
a steering wheel vibration to accompany these 
warnings. The vibration warning (if enabled) will 
occur if the vehicle crosses a lane marker, for 
example, when driving on a tight curve. This 
feature can be turned on or off within the Uconnect 
system  Ú page 165.
SYSTEM OPERATION/LIMITATIONS
The Highway Assist system  DOES NOT:
Warn or prevent collisions with other vehicles
Steer your vehicle around stopped vehicles, 
slower vehicles, construction equipment, 
pedestrians, or animals
Respond to traffic lights or stop signs
Merge onto highways or exit off-ramps
Change lanes or turn
React to cross traffic
NOTE:Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a core component 
of the Highway Assist system. For ACC system 
limitations  Úpage 118.
WARNING!
Highway Assist is an SAE Level 2 Driver Assist 
feature, requiring driver attention at all times. 
To prevent serious injury or death:
Always remain alert and be ready to take 
control of the vehicle in the event that the 
Highway Assist system disables.
Always keep your hands on the steering wheel 
when the Highway Assist system is activated.
Do not use a hand-held device when the 
Highway Assist system is engaged.
Maintain a safe distance from other vehicles 
and pay attention to traffic conditions.
Do not place any objects on the steering wheel 
(e.g. steering wheel covers) which could inter -
fere with the hand detection sensors.
WARNING!
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Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And 
Wiring
Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer 
size, stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are 
required for motoring safety.
The Trailer Tow Package may include a four- and 
seven-pin wiring harness. Use a factory approved 
trailer harness and connector.
NOTE:Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicle’s wiring 
harness.
The electrical connections are all complete to the 
vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer 
connector. Refer to the following illustrations.
NOTE:
Disconnect trailer wiring connector from the 
vehicle before launching a boat (or any other 
device plugged into vehicle’s electrical connect) 
into water.
Be sure to reconnect once clear from water 
area.
 Four-Pin Connector
WARNING!
Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle's 
hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your 
brake system and cause it to fail. You might 
not have brakes when you need them and 
could have an accident.
Towing any trailer will increase your stopping 
distance. When towing, you should allow for 
additional space between your vehicle and the 
vehicle in front of you. Failure to do so could 
result in an accident.
CAUTION!
If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lb (453 kg) 
loaded, it should have its own brakes and they 
should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do 
this could lead to accelerated brake lining wear, 
higher brake pedal effort, and longer stopping 
distances.
1 — Ground
2 — Park
3 — Left Stop/Turn
4 — Right Stop/Turn
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166MULTIMEDIA  
My Profile 
When the My Profile button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays options related to the vehicle’s profiles.
NOTE:Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary.
Setting Name Description
Language This setting will change the language of the Uconnect system and Instrument 
Cluster Display. The available languages are English, Français, and Español.
Display Mode This setting will adjust the display for the radio to “Auto” or “Manual”. 
“Manual” allows for more customization with the radio display.
Display Brightness Headlights On This setting will allow you to set the brightness when the headlights are on. To 
access this setting, Display Mode must be set to “Manual”. The “+” setting will 
increase the brightness; the “-” will decrease the brightness.
  
Display Brightness Headlights Off This setting will allow you to set the brightness when the headlights are off. To 
access this setting, Display Mode must be set to “Manual”. The “+” setting will 
increase the brightness; the “-” will decrease the brightness.
Set Theme This setting will allow you to change the display theme.
Units This setting will allow you to customize the units for “Speed” (MPH or km/h), 
“Distance” (mi or km), “Fuel Consumption” (MPG [US], MPG [UK], L/100 km, 
or km/L), “Pressure” (psi, kPa, or bar), and “Temperature” (°C or °F) units of 
measurement independently.
Touchscreen Beep This setting will allow you to turn the touchscreen beep on or off.
Show Main Category Bar Labels This setting will allow the main category bar labels to be shown on or off.
Navigation Next Turn Pop-ups Displayed in Cluster This setting will display navigation prompts in the Instrument Cluster Display.
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Display
When the Display button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system will display the options related to the theme (if equipped), brightness, and color of the 
touchscreen. The available settings are:
NOTE:Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary.
Setting Name Description
Language This setting will change the language of the Uconnect system and Instrument 
Cluster Display. The available languages are English, Français, and Español.
Display Mode This setting will allow you to set the brightness manually or have the system 
set it automatically. The “Auto” setting has the system automatically adjust 
the display brightness. The “Manual” setting will allow the user to adjust the 
brightness of the display.
Display Brightness With Headlights ON This setting will allow you to set the brightness when the headlights are on. To 
access this setting, Display Mode must be set to Manual. The “+” setting will 
increase the brightness; the “-” will decrease the brightness.
Display Brightness With Headlights OFF This setting will allow you to set the brightness when the headlights are off. To 
access this setting, Display Mode must be set to Manual. The “+” setting will 
increase the brightness; the “-” will decrease the brightness.
Set Theme This setting will allow you to change the display theme.
Units This setting will allow you to change the units to “US”, “Metric”, or “Custom”. 
The available options within Custom are “Speed” (MPH or km/h), “Distance” 
(mi or km), “Fuel Consumption” (MPG [US], MPG [UK], L/100 km, or km/L), 
“Pressure” (psi, kPa, or bar), and “Temperature” (°C or °F) units of 
measurement independently.
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