
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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3. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable
from the positive (+) post of the booster battery.
4. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+)
jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the
discharged vehicle.
5. Reinstall the protective cover over the positive (+)
post of the discharged vehicle.
If frequent jump starting is required to start your vehicle
have the battery and charging system tested at an
authorized dealer.
REFUELING IN EMERGENCY
The vehicle is equipped with a refueling funnel for a
Cap-Less Fuel System, which is located with the jack and
tools
Úpage 294. If refueling is necessary, while using an
approved gas can, please insert the refueling funnel into
the filler neck opening.
NOTE:In certain cold conditions, ice may prevent the fuel door
from opening. If this occurs, lightly push around the
perimeter of the fuel door to break the ice buildup and
re-release the fuel door by pushing on the rear outer edge
near the center to unlatch. Do not pry on the door.
Refueling Funnel Location
Emergency Gas Can Refueling
Most gas cans will not open the flapper doors. A funnel is
provided to allow emergency refueling with a gas can.
See the following steps for refueling:
1. Retrieve funnel from the rear cargo storage area.
2. Insert funnel into same filler pipe opening as the fuel nozzle.
Inserting Funnel
3. Ensure funnel is inserted fully to hold flapper doors open.
4. Pour fuel into funnel opening.
5. Remove funnel from filler pipe, clean off prior to putting back in the spare tire storage area.
CAUTION!
Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw
power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use
(i.e., cellular devices, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long
enough without engine operation, the vehicle’s battery
will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or
prevent the engine from starting.
CAUTION!
To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off” the
fuel tank after filling.
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Electric Brake Control System..................................... 241 Anti-Lock Brake System ......................................... 239
Electronic Roll Mitigation .............................. 241
, 246
Electric Parking Brake ................................................. 122
Electric Remote Mirrors ..................................................52 Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) ...................... 79Electronic Range Select (ERS) .................................... 129
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .................. 138
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ................................ 242
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light................... 110
Emergency Braking ...................................................... 252
Emergency Gas Can Refueling .................................... 302
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck .................................. 305
Hazard Warning Flasher ......................................... 290
Jacking..................................................................... 293
Jump Starting .......................................................... 300
Emission Control System Maintenance...................... 118
Engine .................................................................. 313
, 315
Air Cleaner ............................................................... 319 Block Heater ........................................................... 122
Break-In Recommendations .................................. 122
Checking Oil Level ......................................... 316
, 317
Compartment ........................................313, 314, 315
Compartment Identification .......................... 313, 314
Cooling..................................................................... 326
Exhaust Gas Caution .............................................. 289
Fails To Start ........................................................... 121
Flooded, Starting .................................................... 121
Fuel Requirements ........................................ 372
, 375
Jump Starting .......................................................... 300
Oil .................................................................... 319
, 375
Oil Filler Cap ............................................................ 313
Oil Filter ................................................................... 319 Oil Selection .......................................... 319
, 375, 376
Oil Synthetic ............................................................. 319
Starting.....................................................................119
Engine Oil Life Reset
b
...........................................101
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............. 273, 308
Ethanol .......................................................................... 373
Exhaust Gas Cautions ..................................................289
Exhaust System .................................................. 289
, 325
Exterior Lights .............................................. 57, 289, 349
FFamCam System...........................................................171
Filters Air Cleaner ............................................................... 319
Air Conditioning ...................................... 72
, 320, 321
Engine Oil ................................................................. 319
Engine Oil Disposal..................................................319
FireTV.............................................................................232
Flashers ......................................................................... 290 Hazard Warning ....................................................... 290
Turn Signals ................................................... 116
, 289
Flash-To-Pass .................................................................. 58
Flooded Engine Starting ............................................... 121
Fluid Capacities ............................................................375
Fluid Leaks ....................................................................289
Fluid Level Checks Brake ........................................................................ 328
Engine Oil ....................................................... 316
, 317
Fluids And Lubricants ...................................................377
Fold-Flat Seats ................................................................ 33
Forward Collision Warning ...........................................250
Four Wheel Drive ................................................ 129
, 131
Operation ................................................................. 129
System .....................................................................129 Four Wheel Drive Operation ........................................ 129
Four-Way Hazard Flasher ............................................. 290
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ............................................... 305
Front Axle (Differential) ................................................ 330
Fuel................................................................................ 372 Additives .................................................................. 373
Clean Air .................................................................. 373
Ethanol..................................................................... 373Gasoline ................................................................... 372
Materials Added ...................................................... 373
Methanol ................................................................. 373
Octane Rating.......................................................... 372
Requirements .................................................372
, 375
Specifications .......................................................... 376
Tank Capacity .......................................................... 375
Fueling .......................................................................... 177
Fully Automated ParkSense Active Park Assist .......... 162
Fuses ............................................................................. 331
GGarage Door Opener (HomeLink) .................................. 53 Gasoline, (Fuel) ............................................................ 372
Gasoline, Clean Air ....................................................... 373
Gasoline, Reformulated ............................................... 373
Gear Ranges ................................................................. 127
Glass Cleaning .............................................................. 370
Glove Compartment Storage ......................................... 73Gross Axle Weight Rating ............................................. 179
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ....................................... 179
GVWR ............................................................................ 178
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