
Stopping the Liftgate Movement
Note: Do not apply sudden excessive force
to the liftgate while it is in motion. This could
damage the power liftgate and its
components.
You can stop the liftgate movement by doing
any of the following:
• Pressing the liftgate control button.
• Pressing the liftgate button on the remote
control twice.
• Pressing the liftgate button on the
instrument panel.
• Moving your foot under and away from
the center rear bumper in a single-kick
motion.*
*This method only works for vehicles with
the hands-free liftgate feature.
Setting the Liftgate Open Height
1. Open the liftgate.
2. Stop the liftgate movement by pressing
the control button on the liftgate when it
reaches the desired height.Note:Once the liftgate has stopped moving,
you can also manually move it to the desired
height.
3. Press and hold the liftgate control button
on the liftgate until you hear a tone,
indicating programming is complete.
Note:You can only use the liftgate control
button to program the height.
Note:You cannot program the height if the
liftgate position is too low.
The new open liftgate height is recalled
when the power liftgate is opened. To
change the programmed height, repeat the
above procedure. Once you open the power
liftgate, you can manually move it to a
different height.
Note:The system recalls the new
programmed height until you reprogram it,
even if you disconnect the battery.
When operating the power liftgate after you
have programmed a lower height than fully
open, you can fully open the liftgate by
manually pushing it upward to the maximum
open position.
Obstacle Detection
Note:Entering your vehicle while the liftgate
is closing can cause your vehicle to bounce
and activate obstacle detection. To prevent
this, let the power liftgate close completely
before you enter your vehicle. Before driving
off, check the instrument cluster for a liftgate
or door ajar message or warning indicator.
Failure to do this could result in
unintentionally leaving the liftgate open
while driving.
When Closing
The system stops when it detects an
obstacle. A tone sounds and the system
reverses to open. Once you remove the
obstacle, you can power close the liftgate.
When Opening
The system stops when it detects an
obstacle and a tone sounds. Once you
remove the obstacle, you can continue to
operate the liftgate.
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Status bar. A
Speedometer. B
Information on demand. C
Vehicle range display. D
Fuel and battery gauges. E
Engine coolant temperature gauge. F
Tachometer. G
Note:Clusters shown in single gauge view.
Note:Displays may appear slightly different
depending on region.
Status Bar
Displays information related to the current
audio source, compass direction and outside
air temperature.
Information On Demand
Displays selected on-demand information
screens. See General Information (page
136).
Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge indicates approximately how
much fuel is in the fuel tank.
The arrow adjacent to the fuel pump symbol
indicates on which side of your vehicle the
fuel filler door is located.
Note:The fuel gauge may vary slightly when
your vehicle is moving or on a slope.
Low Fuel Reminder
A low fuel reminder displays and sounds
when the distance to empty reaches 75 mi
(120 km) to empty for MyKey, and at 50 mi
(80 km), 25 mi (40 km), 10 mi (20 km) and
0 mi (0 km) for all vehicle keys.Note:The low fuel reminder can appear at
different fuel gauge positions depending on
fuel economy conditions. This variation is
normal.
Battery Gauge
The high voltage battery gauge displays the
total amount of charge associated with your
available electric only driving range. A full fill
represents the total amount of energy you
can get from an external charge by plugging
your vehicle in. When the fill reaches empty
the powertrain system switches to hybrid
operation. See Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle
Operation (page 219).
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Instrument Cluster

Vehicle Range Display
Displays the approximate range your vehicle
can travel with the energy currently onboard.
Estimates vary based on the energy used
when driving.
Changes in driving pattern can cause the
values to not only decrease but also increase
or stay constant for periods of time.
The amount of energy being used when
driving is affected by:
• Mild or aggressive acceleration or
braking.
• Vehicle speed.
• Use of accessories, such as climate
control.
• Ambient temperature and other weather
conditions.
• Driving in a city or on a highway.
• Driving on flat or hilly roads.
• Towing.Note:It is normal for vehicle range estimates
to vary due to changes in average energy
usage. This is why you typically see different
range estimates each time you fill up the fuel
tank or fully charge the battery.
Note:Electric range is lower in cold
temperatures due to reduced energy
capacity in the high voltage battery. Set a
departure time and cabin temperature to
maintain battery temperature for best range
and performance. See Electric Vehicle
Information (page 546).
Gasoline Distance to Empty
Indicates the approximate distance your
vehicle can travel on the fuel remaining in
the tank.
Electric Range
Indicates the approximate distance your
vehicle can travel on electric power only with
the engine off.
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
WARNING: Do not remove the
coolant reservoir cap when the engine is
on or the cooling system is hot. Wait 10
minutes for the cooling system to cool
down. Cover the coolant reservoir cap with
a thick cloth to prevent the possibility of
scalding and slowly remove the cap.
Failure to follow this instruction could result
in personal injury.
Indicates the engine coolant temperature.
At normal operating temperature, the level
indicator is in the normal range. If the engine
coolant temperature exceeds the normal
range, stop your vehicle as soon as safely
possible, switch off the engine and let the
engine cool.
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Instrument Cluster

WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS
The following warning lamps and indicators
alert you to a vehicle condition that may
become serious. Some lamps illuminate
when you start your vehicle to make sure
they work. If any lamps remain on after
starting your vehicle, refer to the respective
system warning lamp for further information.
Depending on your vehicle options and
instrument cluster type, not all warning lamps
and indicators shown are available.
Note:Some warning indicators appear in
the instrument cluster and function the same
as a warning lamp, but do not display when
you start your vehicle.
Adaptive Cruise Control (If Equipped)
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The speed control system indicator
light changes color to indicate
what mode the system is in. See
How Does Adaptive Cruise Control With
Stop and Go Work (page 305).On (white light): Illuminates when you switch
on the adaptive cruise control system. Turns
off when the speed control system is turned
off.
Engaged (green light): Illuminates when you
engage the adaptive cruise control system.
Turns off when you disengage the speed
control system.
Anti-Lock Brake System
If it illuminates when you are
driving, this indicates a system
error. You continue to have the
normal braking (without ABS) unless the
brake system warning lamp also illuminates.
Have the system checked as soon as
possible.
Automatic High Beam Control
Illuminates when this feature is on.
See Automatic High Beam
Control (page 119).
Auto Hold Active
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Illuminates when the system holds
your vehicle stationary.
Auto Hold Unavailable
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Illuminates when the system is on,
but unavailable to hold your
vehicle stationary.
Auto Start-stop (If Equipped)
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Illuminates when the engine shuts
down or in conjunction with a
message.
Battery
If it illuminates while driving, it
indicates a system error. Switch off
all unnecessary electrical
equipment and have the system checked
immediately.
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When you are decelerating with either your
foot off the accelerator pedal or on the brake
pedal, you will see a green or white solid bar
indicating the power being used to slow
down the vehicle. You may also see a green
rectangular box which shows the amount of
power that can be recaptured by the
regenerative braking system and returned
to the high voltage battery.
• When the power level is completely
within the box, the color of the bar will
be all green. This means that the
regenerative braking system is being
used to efficiently slow the vehicle down
and return the maximum percentage of
energy to the high voltage battery.
• When the power level is outside of the
green box, then the bar will be white. This
means that both the regenerative braking
system and conventional braking system
are in use.Electric Efficiency
This screen shows your average driving
distance per kWh of electricity used on your
hybrid vehicle. The value is calculated only
when your available electric range is being
used and the gasoline engine is off.
Distance per full charge is also shown. This
is an estimate of the electric range you would
have if you plugged in and fully charged your
vehicle right now. The higher your electric
efficiency, the higher your distance per full
charge.
Your electric efficiency is affected by your
driving style and route, climate control use,
outside temperature and other factors. Best
efficiency is achieved in mild ambient
temperatures with mild to moderate
acceleration and braking, moderate speeds
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Move the selector switch to the
right to acknowledge and remove
some messages from the
information display. The system removes
other messages after a short time.
You need to confirm certain messages
before you can access the menus.
Active Park
Action Message
The system requires service. Have the system checked as soon as possible. Active Park Fault
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Information Displays

Battery and Charging System (12 volt)
Action Message
The charging system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, have
the system checked as soon as possible. Check Charging System
The charging system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or continues to come on have
the system checked as soon as possible. Charging System Service Soon
The charging system needs servicing. Have the system checked as soon as possible. Charging System Service Now
The battery management system determines that the 12V battery is at a low state of charge.
Start the engine to charge the battery or charge the battery using an aftermarket battery
charger. This message clears once you restart your vehicle and the battery state of charge
has recovered. Battery State of Charge Low
The battery management system determines that the battery is at a low state of charge. Turn
the ignition off as soon as possible to protect the battery. This message clears once the
vehicle has been started and the battery state of charge has recovered. Turning off unneces-
sary electrical loads allows faster battery state-of-charge recovery. Turn Power Off To Save Battery
Displays when the battery management system detects an extended low-voltage condition.
The system disables various vehicle features to help preserve the battery. Turn off as many
of the electrical loads as soon as possible to improve system voltage. When the system
voltage recovers, the disabled features operate again as normal. Low Battery Features Temporarily Turned Off
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Information Displays

Battery and Charging System (High Voltage)
Action Message
Your vehicle needs confirmation it is unplugged before allowing a start. Make sure you unplug
your vehicle and respond to the message prompt before starting your vehicle. Vehicle Plugged In ? Yes No
Your vehicle detects it is still plugged in after you attempt to start it. Unplug Prior to Starting Vehicle
Your vehicle enables the engine due to the climate control defrost setting. This is normal
operation. Engine Enabled Due to Defrost Setting
For full defrost heat, select a drive mode other than Pure EV. The engine may run to provide
more cabin heat. Press EV Button for Full Defrost
Your vehicle enables the engine for system performance. This is normal operation. Engine Enabled for System Performance
You can press OK to enable the engine temporarily for increased performance when in Pure
EV drive mode. Press OK to Enable Engine
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Information Displays

Action Message
There is a problem with your vehicle’s starting system. Have the system checked as soon as
possible. Starting System Fault
Displays when you successfully program an intelligent access key to the system. Key Program Successful
Displays when you successfully program the maximum number of intelligent access key to
the system. Max Number of Keys Learned
Displays during spare key programming when intelligent access key programming fails. Key Program Failure
Displays during spare key programming when you have not programmed enough keys. Not Enough Keys Learned
Displays when the key battery is low. Change the battery as soon as possible. Key Battery Low Replace Soon
Displays when you switch the vehicle off. Vehicle Switched Off
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