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SAFETY
SAFETY FEATURES........................................................... 239
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................................. 239Rear Seat Reminder Alert (RSRA) ............................ 240
Drowsy Driver Detection (DDD) — If Equipped ........ 240
Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System .................. 241
AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS ...................................... 247 Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) .................................... 247
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
With Mitigation .......................................................... 250
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ................ 252
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ................................ 256 Occupant Restraint Systems Features ................... 256Important Safety Precautions .................................. 256Seat Belt Systems .................................................... 257
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) .................. 264Child Restraints ........................................................ 275
SAFETY TIPS ..................................................................... 287 Transporting Passengers .......................................... 287
Transporting Pets ...................................................... 287Connected Vehicles .................................................. 287
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside
The Vehicle ............................................................... 287
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make
Outside The Vehicle .................................................. 289
Exhaust Gas .............................................................. 289Carbon Monoxide Warnings ..................................... 289
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ..................................... 290
ASSIST AND SOS SYSTEM— IF EQUIPPED ................... 290
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING...................................... 293 Preparations For Jacking ......................................... 293
Jack And Tools Location ........................................... 294Spare Tire Stowage................................................... 295
Spare Tire Removal .................................................. 295Jacking Instructions ................................................. 296
JUMP STARTING ............................................................. 300 Preparations For Jump Start .................................... 300Jump Starting Procedure.......................................... 301
REFUELING IN EMERGENCY........................................... 302
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ........................................ 303
MANUAL PARK RELEASE .............................................. 303
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE .......................................... 305
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ..................................... 306 Rear-Wheel Drive Models......................................... 307
Four-Wheel Drive Models ......................................... 307
Emergency Tow Hooks — If Equipped ..................... 308
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
(EARS) .............................................................................. 308
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ..................................... 308
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING .................................................. 309 Maintenance Plan ..................................................... 310
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ................................................. 313 3.0L Engine................................................................ 313
5.7L Engine................................................................ 314
6.4L Engine................................................................ 315
Checking Oil Level — 3.0L Engines .......................... 316
Checking Oil Level — 5.7L & 6.4L Engines .............. 317
Adding Washer Fluid ................................................ 317
Maintenance-Free Battery ....................................... 318Pressure Washing ..................................................... 318
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE .................................................. 318 Engine Oil .................................................................. 319
Engine Oil Filter ....................................................... 319
Engine Air Cleaner Filter ........................................ 319Air Conditioner Maintenance ................................. 320
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ............................... 323Body Lubrication ....................................................... 323
Windshield Wiper Blades ......................................... 324
Exhaust System ........................................................ 325
Cooling System .......................................................... 326
Brake System ........................................................... 328
Automatic Transmission ........................................... 329
Front/Rear Axle Fluid ............................................... 330Transfer Case ............................................................ 330Fuses .......................................................................... 331Bulb Replacement .................................................... 349
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72GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
Window Fogging
Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild, rainy,
and/or humid weather. To clear the windows, select
Defrost or Mix mode and increase the front blower speed.
Do not use the Recirculation mode without A/C for long
periods, as fogging may occur.
Outside Air Intake
Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the
windshield, is free of obstructions, such as leaves. Leaves
collected in the air intake may reduce airflow, and if they
enter the air distribution box, they could plug the water
drains. In Winter months, make sure the air intake is clear
of ice, slush, and snow.
Cabin Air Filter
The Climate Control system filters out dust and pollen
from the air. Contact an authorized dealer to service your
cabin air filter, and to have it replaced when needed.
Stop/Start System — If Equipped
While in an Autostop, the Climate Control system may
automatically adjust airflow to maintain cabin comfort.
Customer settings will be maintained upon return to an
engine running condition.
Windshield Wiper De-Icer — If Equipped
The Windshield Wiper De-Icer is a heating element located
at the base of the windshield.
It operates automatically once the following conditions are
met:
Activation By Front Defrost
The Windshield Wiper De-Icer activates automatically
during a cold weather manual start with full defrost,
and when the ambient temperature is below 33°F
(0.6°C) .
Activation By Rear Defrost
The Windshield Wiper De-Icer activates automatically
when the Rear Defrost is operating and the ambient
temperature is below 33°F (0.6°C) .
Activation By Remote Start Operation
When Remote Start is activated and the outside
ambient temperature is less than 33°F (0.6°C) the
Windshield Wiper De-Icer will activate. Exiting Remote
Start will resume its previous operation. If the Wind -
shield Wiper De-Icer was active, the timer and opera -
tion will continue.
Operating Tips Chart
WEATHER CONTROL SETTINGS
Hot Weather And Vehicle Interior Is Very Hot Set the mode control to
(Panel Mode), (A/
C) on, and blower on high.
Roll down the windows for a minute to flush out the
hot air. Adjust the controls as needed to achieve comfort.
Warm Weather Turn (A/C) on and set
the mode control to (Panel Mode).
Cool Sunny Operate in (Bi-Level
Mode).
Cool & Humid Conditions Set the mode control to
(Mix Mode) and turn (A/C) on to keep
windows clear.
Cold Weather Set the mode control to
(Floor Mode). If
windshield fogging starts
to occur, move the control
to (Mix Mode).
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122STARTING AND OPERATING
COLD WEATHER OPERATION
(B
ELOW –22°F OR −30°C)
To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of
an externally powered electric engine block heater
(available from an authorized dealer) is recommended.
AFTER STARTING
The idle speed is controlled automatically, and it will
decrease as the engine warms up.
TURBOCHARGER “COOL DOWN” —
3.0L E
NGINE ONLY
The 3.0L engine is equipped with an after-run pump to
cool the turbocharger after the engine is shut off.
Depending on the type of driving and the amount of cargo,
the pump will run for up to 20 minutes after the engine
has been shut off to circulate coolant through the
turbocharger. Although the pump is rubber-mounted for
quiet operation, it is normal to hear it running during this
time.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED
The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits
quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a
standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a
grounded, three-wire extension cord.
The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one
hour to have an adequate warming effect on the engine. The engine block heater cord is coiled and strapped right
behind the engine air cleaner filter assembly from the
manufacturer.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
An initial break-in period is recommended for the
powertrain (engine, transmission, axle, etc.) in your
vehicle. Adhering to the following guidelines will contribute
to improved longevity, fuel economy, and performance.
Drive moderately during the first 100 miles (160 km).
After that, for the first 500 miles (800 km), avoid long
periods at constant speed. Varying speed, engine RPM,
and throttle position is desirable.
Avoid high performance, severe off-road, and towing for
the first 500 miles (800 km).
NOTE:A new engine may consume some oil during its first few
thousand miles (km) of operation. This should be
considered a normal part of the break-in and not inter -
preted as a problem. For engines not equipped with an oil
level sensor, please check your oil level frequently during
the break-in period. Add manufacturer-approved oil as
required
Úpage 376.
PARKING BRAKE
ELECTRIC PARK BRAKE (EPB)
Your vehicle is equipped with an EPB that offers simple
operation, and some additional features that make the
parking brake more convenient and useful.
The parking brake is primarily intended to prevent the
vehicle from rolling while parked. Before leaving the
vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is applied. Also,
be certain to leave the transmission in PARK.
You can engage the parking brake in two ways:
Manually, by applying the EPB switch.
Automatically, by enabling the Auto Park Brake feature
in the customer programmable features section of the
Uconnect settings.
WARNING!
Remember to disconnect the engine block heater cord
before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt electrical
cord could cause electrocution.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in
the engine or damage may result. ONLY USE OILS THAT
ARE API APPROVED
Úpage 376.
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SAFETY273
If A Deployment Occurs
The front air bags are designed to deflate immediately
after deployment.
NOTE:Front and/or side air bags will not deploy in all collisions.
This does not mean something is wrong with the air bag
system.
If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags, any
or all of the following may occur:
The air bag material may sometimes cause abrasions
and/or skin reddening to the occupants as the air bags
deploy and unfold. The abrasions are similar to friction
rope burns or those you might get sliding along a carpet
or gymnasium floor. They are not caused by contact
with chemicals. They are not permanent and normally
heal quickly. However, if you haven’t healed signifi -
cantly within a few days, or if you have any blistering,
see your doctor immediately.
As the air bags deflate, you may see some smoke-like
particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the
process that generates the non-toxic gas used for air
bag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the
skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye irrita -
tion, rinse the area with cool water. For nose or throat
irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation continues,
see your doctor. If these particles settle on your
clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s instruc -
tions for cleaning. Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have deployed.
If you are involved in another collision, the air bags will not
be in place to protect you.
NOTE:
Air bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim,
but they will open during air bag deployment.
After any collision, the vehicle should be taken to an
authorized dealer immediately.
Enhanced Accident Response System
In the event of an impact, if the communication network
remains intact, and the power remains intact, depending
on the nature of the event, the Occupant Restraint
Controller (ORC) will determine whether to have the
Enhanced Accident Response System perform the
following functions:
Cut off fuel to the engine (if equipped)
Cut off battery power to the electric motor (if equipped)
Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power
Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as
the battery has power or for 15 minutes from the inter -
vention of the Enhanced Accident Response System
Unlock the power door locks Your vehicle may also be designed to perform any of these
other functions in response to the Enhanced Accident
Response System:
Turn off the Fuel Filter Heater, Turn off the HVAC Blower
Motor, Close the HVAC Circulation Door
Cut off battery power to the:
Engine
Electric Motor (if equipped)
Electric power steering
Brake booster
Electric park brake
Automatic transmission gear selector
Horn
Front wiper
Headlight washer pump (if equipped)
NOTE:After an accident, remember to cycle the ignition to the
STOP (OFF/LOCK) position and remove the key from the
ignition switch to avoid draining the battery. Carefully
check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine compartment
and on the ground near the engine compartment and fuel
tank before resetting the system and starting the engine.
If there are no fuel leaks or damage to the vehicle elec -
trical devices (e.g. headlights) after an accident, reset the
system by following the procedure described below. If you
have any doubt, contact an authorized dealer.
WARNING!
Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot
protect you in another collision. Have the air bags, seat
belt pretensioners, and the seat belt retractor
assemblies replaced by an authorized dealer
immediately. Also, have the Occupant Restraint
Controller System serviced as well.
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310SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE PLAN
Refer to the Maintenance Plans for the required maintenance intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System
Change oil and filter.
Rotate the tires at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.
Inspect the CV/Universal joints.
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
Inspect exhaust system.
Inspect engine air cleaner filter if using in dusty or off-road conditions. Replace engine air cleaner filter, as necessary.
Mileage Or Time Passed (Whichever
Comes First)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV/Universal joints. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and
replace if necessary. X
X X XX XX
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE311
Inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if
using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road
or frequent trailer towing. X
X X XX XX
Inspect the brake linings, parking brake
function. X
X X XX XX
Inspect transfer case fluid. XX XXX
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air cleaner filter. XX XXX
Replace the cabin air filter. To be replaced every 12,000 miles (19,000 km).
Replace spark plugs (3.0L Engine).
1X X Replace spark plugs (5.7L Engine).
1
X Replace spark plugs (6.4L Engine).
1
X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at
10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km)
whichever comes first. X
X
Mileage Or Time Passed (Whichever
Comes First)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE313
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
3.0L ENGINE
1 — Intercooler Coolant Pressure Cap 5 — Battery
2 — Engine Coolant Pressure Cap 6 — Engine Air Cleaner Filter
3 — Engine Oil Fill Cap 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir Cap
4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Cap 8 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
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314SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
5.7L ENGINE
1 — Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 — Engine Coolant Reservoir Cap
2 — Engine Oil Fill Cap 7 — Engine Coolant Pressure Cap
3 — Engine Oil Dipstick 8 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Cap 9 — Washer Fluid Reservoir Cap
5 — Battery
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