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GEAR RANGES
PARK (P)
This range supplements the Electric Park Brake
(
E P
B )


by locking the transmission. The engine can
be started in this range. Never attempt to use
PARK while the vehicle is in motion.
When parking on a hill, apply the EPB before
shifti
ng the transmission to PARK, otherwise the
load on the transmission locking mechanism may
make it difficult to move the gear selector out of
PARK. As an added precaution, turn the front
wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and
away from the curb on an uphill grade.
When exiting the vehicle, always:
Apply the parking brake.
Shift the transmission into PARK.
Turn the ignition OFF.
Remove the key fob from the vehicle.
CAUTION!
After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to
allow the selected gear to engage before
accelerating. This is especially important when
the engine is cold.
WARNING!
Never use the PARK position as a substitute
for the parking brake. Always apply the
parking brake fully when exiting the vehicle to
guard against vehicle movement and possible
injury or damage.
Your vehicle could move and injure you and
others if it is not in PARK. Check by trying to
move the transmission gear selector out of
PARK with the brake pedal released. Make
sure the transmission is in PARK before
exiting the vehicle.
The transmission may not engage PARK if the
vehicle is moving. Always bring the vehicle to a
complete stop before shifting to PARK, and
verify that the transmission gear position indi -
cator solidly indicates PARK (P) without
b linki

ng. Ensure that the vehicle is completely
stopped, and the PARK position is properly
indicated, before exiting the vehicle.
It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or
NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than
idle speed. If your foot is not firmly pressing
the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate
quickly forward or in reverse. You could lose
control of the vehicle and hit someone or
something. Only shift into gear when the
engine is idling normally (or stopped) and your
foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal.
Unintended movement of a vehicle could
injure those in or near the vehicle. As with all
vehicles, you should never exit a vehicle while
the engine is running or the propulsion system
is active. Before exiting a vehicle, always come
to a complete stop, then apply the parking
brake, shift the transmission into PARK, and
turn the ignition OFF. When the ignition is in
the OFF position, the transmission is locked in
PARK, securing the vehicle against unwanted
movement.
When leaving the vehicle, always make sure
the ignition is in the OFF position, remove the
key fob from the vehicle, and lock the vehicle.
WARNING!
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88 STARTING AND OPERATING
The following indicators should be used to ensure
that you have properly engaged the transmission
into the PARK position:
When shifting into PARK, press the lock button
on the gear selector, and firmly move the gear
selector all the way forward until it stops and is
fully seated.
Look at the transmission gear position display
and verify that it indicates the PARK position (P),
and is not blinking.
With the brake pedal released, verify that the
gear selector will not move out of PARK.
REVERSE (R)
This range is for moving the vehicle backward.
Shift

into REVERSE only after the vehicle has come
to a complete stop.
NEUTRAL (N)
Use this range when the vehicle is standing for
p rolonge

d periods with the engine running. The
engine may be started in this range. Apply the
Electric Park Brake and shift the transmission into
PARK if you must exit the vehicle. DRIVE (D)
This range should be used for most city and
highwa
y driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts
and downshifts, and the best fuel economy. The
transmission automatically upshifts through all
forward gears.
When frequent transmission shifting occurs (such
as wh e

n operating the vehicle under heavy loading
conditions, in hilly terrain, traveling into strong
head winds or while towing a heavy trailer), use the
AutoStick shift control to select a lower gear. Under
Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing chil -
dren to be in a vehicle unattended is
d anger

ous 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 transmis -
sion 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 in the ON/RUN position.
A child could operate power windows, other
controls, or move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
Before moving the transmission gear selector
out of PARK, you must turn the ignition to the
ON/RUN position, and also press the brake
pedal. Otherwise, damage to the gear selector
could result.
DO NOT race the engine when shifting from
PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range, as
this can damage the drivetrain.
WARNING!WARNING!
Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the
ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe
practices that limit your response to changing
traffic or road conditions. You might lose control
of the vehicle and have a collision.
CAUTION!
Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any
other reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL
can cause severe transmission damage.
For Recreational Towing Ú page 129.
For Towing A Disabled Vehicle Ú page 283.

108 STARTING AND OPERATING
Front Park Assist Audible Alerts
ParkSense will turn off the Front Park Assist
audib l

e alert (chime) after approximately three
seconds when an obstacle has been detected, and
the vehicle is stationary. If the obstacle has been
detected within less than 12 inches (30 cm), then
the Pa

rksense will not turn off the Front Park Assist
audible alert.
Adjustable Chime Volume Settings
Front and Rear chime volume settings can be
s elect

ed from the Customer-Programmable
Features section of the Uconnect system
Ú page 133.
If the Uconnect system is equipped, chime volume
s ettin

gs will not be accessible from the instrument
cluster display.
The chime volume settings include low, medium,
and h i

gh. The factory default volume setting is
medium.
ParkSense will retain its last known configuration
state

through ignition cycles.
ENABLING AND DISABLING PARKSENSE
ParkSense can be enabled and disabled
with the ParkSense switch, located on
th e
s
w
itch panel below the Uconnect
display.
When the ParkSense switch is pushed to disable
the s y

stem, the instrument cluster display Ú
page 64 will show the “ParkSense Disabled”
message for approximately five seconds.
The ParkSense switch LED turns on when the
s yste m

is disabled by pushing the switch, as well
as in case of failure or temporary disabling
conditions. The ParkSense switch LED will be off
when the system is enabled. If the ParkSense
switch is pushed, and requires service, the
ParkSense switch LED will blink momentarily, and
then the LED will be on.
SERVICE THE PARKSENSE PARK ASSIST
S
YSTEM
When the ParkSense System has detected a
faulted condition, the instrument cluster display
will actuate a single chime, and it will show the
"PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR
SENSORS", "PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE
FRONT SENSORS", or the "PARKSENSE
UNAVAILABLE SERVICE REQUIRED" message for
five seconds. Under this condition, ParkSense will
not operate.
If "PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR
SENSO R

S" or "PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE
FRONT SENSORS" appears in the instrument
cluster display make sure the outer surface and
the underside of the rear fascia/bumper and/or
front fascia/bumper is clean and clear of snow,
ice, mud, dirt or other obstruction and then cycle the ignition. If the message continues to appear
see an authorized dealer.
If the "PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE SERVICE
REQUI
R

ED" message appears in the instrument
cluster display, see an authorized dealer.
CLEANING THE PARKSENSE SYSTEM
Clean the ParkSense sensors with water, car wash
soap and a soft cloth. Do not use rough or hard
cloths. Do not scratch or poke the sensors.
Otherwise, you could damage the sensors.
PARKSENSE SYSTEM USAGE
P
RECAUTIONS
NOTE:
Ensure that the front and rear fascia/bumper
are free of snow, ice, mud, dirt and debris to
keep the ParkSense system operating properly.
Construction equipment, large trucks, and other
vibrations could affect the performance of Park -
Sense.
When you turn ParkSense off, the instrument
cluster display will read “PARKSENSE OFF.”
Furthermore, once you turn ParkSense off, it
remains off until you turn it on again, even if you
cycle the ignition key.
ParkSense, when on, will reduce the volume of
the radio when it is sounding a tone.

110 STARTING AND OPERATING
The system warns the driver with an acoustic
signal and where provided, with visual indications
on the instrument panel display.
NOTE:
Parksense will reduce the volume of the radio if
on when the system is sounding an audible
tone.
The alert chime is activated only when the
obstacle is in the vehicle path.
Activation — Deactivation
The system can operate only after driving a short
distance and if the vehicle speed is between 0 and
11
mph (0 and 18 km/h). The system can be
activa

ted/deactivated via the "Settings" menu of
the Uconnect system. If the ParkSense System is
deactivated via the ParkSense Hard switch then
the Side Distance Warning system will
automatically be deactivated.
Message on the display for Side Distance Warning
featu r

e:
“Wipe Sensors” — This message is displayed in the
case o
f a failure of the Side Distance Warning
system sensors. Free the bumpers of any
obstacles, ensure that the front and rear bumper
are free of snow, ice, mud, dirt and debris to keep
the ParkSense system operating properly.
“SDW Not Available” — This message is displayed
if the
Side Distance Warning system is not
available. The failed operation of the system might
be due to the insufficient voltage from the battery
or other failures on the electrical system. Contact
an authorized dealer as soon as possible to have
the electrical system checked.
Operation With A Trailer
The system is automatically deactivated when the
trailer's electric plug is inserted in the vehicle's tow
hook socket. The rear sensors are automatically
reactivated when the trailer's cable plug is
removed.
ParkSense Usage Precautions
Some conditions may influence the performance
of the Side Distance Warning system:
NOTE:
Ensure that the front and rear bumper are free
of snow, ice, mud, dirt and debris to keep the
ParkSense system operating properly.
Construction equipment, large trucks, and other
vibrations could affect the performance of Park -
Sense.
When you turn ParkSense off, the message to
appear in the instrument cluster display will
read “PARKSENSE OFF.” Furthermore, once you
turn ParkSense off, it remains off until you turn
it on again, even if you cycle the ignition key.
ParkSense, when on, will reduce the volume of
the radio when it is sounding a tone.
WARNING ALERTS
Distance
(inches/cm) Less than
12 inc h
es
( 3 0
c
m
) 12–65
inches
(30–6 0
cm)
Arcs-Left 11th Flashing 12th Flashing
Arcs-Right 11th Flashing 12th Flashing
Audible Alert Chime C
on

tinuousAudible chime
incre
a

ses as
the objects within the
vehicle’s path get close to the vehicle
Radio Volume Reduc e

d Yes
Yes

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Lights
When the Lights button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the options related to the vehicle’s exterior and interior lights.
NOTE:
When the “Daytime Running Lights” feature is selected, the daytime running lights can be turned on or off. This feature is only allowed by law in the country of
the v e
hicle purchased.
NOTE:
Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary.
Setting Name Description
Interior Ambient Lighting This setting will allow you to adjust the interior ambient lighting using “+” and
“-” op
t
ions.
Headlight Sensitivity This setting will allow you to set the sensitivity of the headlights dependent on
the a
m

ount of visible light. The greater the sensitivity set, the less the external
light variation required to turn on the lights (e.g. with a setting on level 3 at
sunset, the headlights turn on earlier than in levels 1 and 2). The available
levels are “Level 1: Minimum Sensitivity”, “Level 2: Medium Sensitivity”, and
“Level 3: Maximum Sensitivity”.
Headlight Off Delay This setting will allow you to set the amount of time it takes for the headlights
t
o shu
t

off after the vehicle is unlocked. The available settings are “0 sec”,
“30 sec”, “60 sec”, and “90 sec”.
Daytime Running Lights This setting will allow you to turn the Daytime Running Lights on or off.
Cornering Lights When this setting is selected, if the steering wheel rotation angle is large or
the tu

rn signal indicators are on, a light (incorporated in the fog light) will turn
on, on the relevant side to improve visibility at night.
Auto Dim High Beams This setting will allow you to turn the Auto Dim High Beams on or off.
Flash Lights with Lock This setting will allow you to turn the flashing of the lights when the Lock
button

is pushed on the key fob on or off.
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142 MULTIMEDIA
Doors & Locks
When the Doors & Locks button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the options related to locking and unlocking the vehicle’s doors.
NOTE:
Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary.
Setting Name Description
Auto Door Locks This setting will automatically lock your doors.
Auto Unlock On Exit This setting will unlock the doors when any of the doors are opened from the
inside

.
Flash Lights With Lock This setting will allow you to turn the flashing of the lights when the Lock
button


is pushed on the key fob on or off.
Sound Horn With Lock This setting will sound the horn when the Lock button is pushed on the key
fob. T
h

e “Off” setting will not sound the horn when the Lock button is pushed.
The “1st Press” setting will sound the horn when the Lock button is pushed
once. The “2nd Press” setting will sound the horn when the Lock button is
pushed twice.
Sound Horn With Remote Start This setting will sound the horn when the remote start is activated from the
key fob

.
Passive Entry This setting will allow you to turn the Passive Entry feature (Keyless

Enter ‘n Go™) on or off.

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Seats & Comfort
Key Off Options/Engine Off Options
When the Seats & Comfort button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the options related to the vehicle’s comfort systems when remote start
has been activated or the vehicle has been started.
NOTE:
Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary.
Setting Name Description
Auto-On Driver Heated/Ventilated Seat & Steering Wheel With Vehicle Start This setting will activate the vehicle’s comfort system and heated seats (if
equip
p

ed) or heated steering wheel (if equipped) when the vehicle is remote
started or ignition is started. The “Off” setting will not activate the comfort
systems. The “Remote Start” setting will only activate the comfort systems
when using Remote Start. The “All Start” setting will activate the comfort
systems whenever the vehicle is started.
When the Key Off Options/Engine Off Options button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the options related to vehicle shutoff. These settings
will only activate when the ignition is set to OFF.
NOTE:
Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary.
Setting Name Description
Radio Off Delay This setting will keep the radio on for the selected amount of time after
vehic
l
e shut off. The available options are “0 sec” or “20 min”.
Radio Off With Door This setting will shut the radio off when the door is opened. The available
s
etti
n

gs are “On” and “Off”.
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160 MULTIMEDIA
Setting Presets

Uconnect 4/4C/4C NAV With 8.4-inch Display Radio
Presets

The Presets are available for all Radio Modes, and
are ac
tivated by pressing any of the Preset
buttons, located at the top of the screen.
When you are on a station that you wish to save as
a pre s

et, press and hold the numbered button on
the touchscreen for more than two seconds.
The Radio stores up to 12 presets in each of the
Radio M

odes.
A total of six presets will appear on the screen. You
can sw
itch between the radio presets list by
pressing the Arrow button located in the upper
right of the radio touchscreen.
PRESET FEATURES — IF EQUIPPED
Browse In AM/FM
When in either AM or FM, the Browse Screen
provid e

s a means to edit the Presets List and is
entered by pushing the ENTER/BROWSE button.
Scrolling Preset List
Once in the Browse Presets screen, you can scroll
t he pr

eset list by rotation of the TUNE/SCROLL
knob or by pressing the Up or Down Arrow key,
located on the right of the screen.
Preset Selection From List
A preset can be selected by pressing any of the
liste d

Presets, or by pushing the ENTER/BROWSE
button or the TUNE/SCROLL knob to select the
currently highlighted Preset.
When selected, the radio tunes to the station
stored
in the Presets.
Deleting Presets
A preset can be deleted in the Presets Browse
scree n

by pressing the Trash Can icon for the
corresponding preset.
Return To Main Radio Screen
You can return to the Main Radio Screen by
p ressi

ng the X button or the Back Arrow button
when in the Browse Presets screen.
Audio Settings
Press the Audio button within the settings main
menu to activate the Audio Settings screen.
The audio settings can also be accessed on the
Radio M
ode screen by pressing the Audio button.
You can return to the Radio screen by pressing the
X button.

Uconnect 4/4C/4C NAV With 8.4-inch Display