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{Warning
In freezing weather, do not use the
washer until the windshield is warmed.
Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice
on the windshield, blocking your vision.
{Warning
Before driving the vehicle, always clear
snow and ice from the hood, windshield,
washer nozzles, roof, and rear of the
vehicle, including all lamps and windows.
Reduced visibility from snow and ice
buildup could lead to a crash.
Wiper Parking
If the vehicle is turned off while the wipers
are on LO, HI, or INT, they will
immediately stop.
If the windshield wiper lever is then moved
to OFF before the driver door is opened or
within 10 minutes, the wipers will restart
and move to the base of the windshield.
If the vehicle is turned off while the wipers
are performing wipes due to windshield
washing, the wipers continue to run until
they reach the base of the windshield.
Rain Sense
If equipped with Rain Sense and the feature
is turned on, a sensor near the top center of
the windshield detects the amount of water
on the windshield and controls the
frequency of the windshield wiper based on
the current sensitivity setting.
Keep this area of the windshield clear of
debris to allow for best system performance.
To turn the Rain Sense feature on or off, see
“Rain Sense Wipers” under Settings >
Vehicle > Comfort and Convenience > Rain
Sense > Enable/Disable.
If Rain Sense is enabled in Settings, turning
the wiper lever to INT will activate Rain
Sense.
Clock
Set the time and date using the
infotainment system. See "Time/Date" under
Settings 0166.
Power Outlets
Power Outlets 12-Volt Direct Current
The vehicle has two 12-volt outlets that can
be used to plug in electrical equipment, such
as a tablet or MP3 player. Lift the cover to access the outlet and
replace when not in use.
The power outlets are located:
.In the center console storage area under
the armrest
.In the eTrunk™
area
Center Console 12 Volt Power Outlet

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{Warning
Using a damaged power outlet could
result in electrical shock causing personal
injury or death. Inspect the power outlet
for damage before use and do not use
the outlet if it is damaged.
Outlet Indicators
The power outlet green indicator light
displays the system status:
.A steady green light displays when the
power outlet is working and the vehicle
is on.
.No green light displays when the power
outlet is off and the vehicle is off.
Fault Mode
The power outlet will turn off if the
connected device exceeds the watt limit for
the outlet or total system. To troubleshoot
fault mode, follow the steps below: 1. Unplug the device(s) from the outlet(s).
2. Check the vehicle display for information about the fault.
3. Check the two circuit breakers located near the power outlets in the bed of the
vehicle. 4. If these are not tripped, press the green
reset button also located near the power
outlets in the bed of the vehicle.
If a fault continues to occur, the device may
exceed the power outlet power limit.
Power Mode Indicator
The power mode indicator on the
infotainment screen displays the power
currently being used and the total amount
of power available.
Make sure each device, or combination of
devices, does not exceed the available power
for the systemSwitching the Outlets On and Off
The outlets will always be ready for use
when the vehicle is on. Using the power
outlets while the vehicle is charging can
increase charge time.
To enable the power outlets when the
vehicle is off, use the settings in the
infotainment screen before turning the
vehicle off.

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Troubleshooting
The power outlets will be momentarily
unavailable at the start and the end of a
350 kW DC Fast Charge. This is normal
operation.
For any error messages that can not be
resolved by resetting fault mode as
discussed earlier in this section, see your
dealer.
{Warning
The power outlets contain high-voltage
electrical equipment. Disassembling the
power outlets may result in electrical
shock causing personal injury or death.
Never attempt to disassemble a power
outlet.
Wireless Charging
If equipped and enabled, the vehicle has
wireless charging in the bin below the
climate control system. The system operates
at 145 kHz and wirelessly charges one Qi
compatible smartphone. The power output
of the system is capable of charging at a
rate up to 3 amp (15 W), as requested by
the compatible smartphone. SeeRadio
Frequency Statement 0404.
{Warning
Wireless charging may affect the
operation of an implanted pacemaker or
other medical devices. If you have one, it
is recommended to consult with your
doctor before using the wireless charging
system.
The vehicle must be on or Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) must be active. The
wireless charging feature may not correctly
indicate charging when the vehicle is in RAP,
during a Bluetooth phone call, or when
phone projection (e.g. Apple CarPlay/Android
Auto) is active. See Power Modes0197.
The operating temperature is −40 °C (−40 °F)
to 85 °C (185 °F) for the charging system and
0 °C (32 °F) to 35 °C (95 °F) for the phone.
A charging stopped alert may be displayed
on the infotainment screen, if the wireless
charger or smartphone are outside of
normal operating temperature. Charging will
automatically resume when a normal
operating temperature is reached.
{Warning
Remove all objects from the charger
before charging your compatible
smartphone. Objects, such as coins, keys,
rings, paper clips, or cards, between the
smartphone and charger may become
very hot.
On the rare occasion that the charging
system does not detect an object, and
the object gets wedged between the
smartphone and charger, remove the
smartphone and allow the object to cool
before removing it from the charger, to
prevent burns.
To charge a compatible smartphone: 1. Confirm the smartphone is capable of wireless charging.
2. The wireless charger is below the climate control system.

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On-Screen Controls
The Controls App organizes the on-screen
controls for many vehicle functions on one
screen. The specific controls available in the
app vary by model.
To access the Controls App, select the
Controls icon from the infotainment home
screen.
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators
Warning lights and gauges can signal that
something is wrong before it becomes
serious enough to cause an expensive repair
or replacement. Paying attention to the
warning lights and gauges could prevent
injury.
Some warning lights come on briefly when
the propulsion system is started to indicate
they are working. When one of the warning
lights comes on and stays on while driving,
or when one of the gauges shows there
may be a problem, check the section that
explains what to do. Waiting to do repairs
can be costly and even dangerous.
Instrument Cluster (Base Level)
English Gauge Layout Shown, Other Layouts, and Metric Similar
1.Battery Gauge (High Voltage) 0110
2. Speedometer 0110
3. Power Indicator Gauge 0111 4.
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base
Level) 0129 or
Driver Information Center (DIC)
(Uplevel) 0130

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When the vehicle is started, this light
flashes and a chime may come on to remind
passengers to fasten their seat belt. Then
the light stays on solid until the belt is
buckled. This cycle continues several times if
the front passenger remains or becomes
unbuckled while the vehicle is moving.
If the front passenger seat belt is buckled,
neither the chime nor the light comes on.
The front passenger seat belt reminder light
and chime may turn on if an object is put
on the seat such as a briefcase, handbag,
grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic
device. To turn off the reminder light and/or
chime, remove the object from the seat or
buckle the seat belt.
Second Row Passenger Seat Belt
Reminder Lights
The vehicle may have second row passenger
seat belt reminder lights.
When the vehicle is started, these lights
come on solid to remind rear passengers to
fasten their seat belts. Then each light may
stay on solid or flash, and a chime may
come on if the rear passenger remains
unbuckled, or becomes unbuckled, when the
vehicle is moving. A shaded or green light
indicates the seat belt is buckled.
If all rear seat positions are buckled, neither
the chime nor the lights will come on.
The rear passenger seat belt reminder light
and chime may come on if an object is put
on the seat such as a briefcase, handbag,
grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic
device. To turn off the reminder light and/or
chime, remove the object from the seat or
buckle the seat belt.
Airbag Readiness Light
This light shows if there is an electrical
problem with the airbag system. It is
located in the instrument cluster. The
system check includes the airbag sensor(s),
the passenger sensing system, the
pretensioners, the airbag modules, the
wiring, and the crash sensing and diagnostic
module. For more information on the airbag
system, seeAirbag System 060.
The airbag readiness light comes on for
several seconds when the vehicle is started.
If the light does not come on then, have it
fixed immediately.
{Warning
If the airbag readiness light stays on
after the vehicle is started or comes on
while driving, it means the airbag system
might not be working properly. The
airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in
a crash, or they could even inflate
without a crash. To help avoid injury,
have the vehicle serviced right away.
If there is a problem with the airbag
system, a Driver Information Center (DIC)
message may also come on.

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Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
The vehicle has a passenger sensing system.
SeePassenger Sensing System 065 for
important safety information. The overhead
console has a passenger airbag status
indicator.
When the vehicle is started, the passenger
airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF
for several seconds as a system check. Then,
after several more seconds, the status
indicator will light either ON or OFF to let
you know the status of the front outboard
passenger frontal airbag.
If the word ON is lit on the passenger
airbag status indicator, it means that the
front outboard passenger frontal airbag is
allowed to inflate.
If the word OFF is lit on the passenger
airbag status indicator, it means that the
passenger sensing system has turned off the
front outboard passenger frontal airbag. If, after several seconds, both status
indicator lights remain on, or if there are no
lights at all, or if the airbag readiness light
is on, there may be a problem with the
lights or the passenger sensing system. See
your dealer for service right away.
{Warning
If the airbag readiness light ever comes
on and stays on, it means that
something may be wrong with the airbag
system. To help avoid injury to yourself
or others, have the vehicle serviced right
away. See
Airbag Readiness Light 0113
for more information, including important
safety information.
Charging System Light
The charging system light comes on briefly
when the vehicle is started, as a check to
show the light is working. If the light stays on, or comes on while
driving, there could be a problem with the
electrical charging system. Have it checked
by your dealer. Driving while this light is on
could drain the 12-volt battery.
If a short distance must be driven with the
light on, be sure to turn off all accessories,
such as the radio. Find a safe place to stop
the vehicle.
Low State of Charge Light
This light comes on when the vehicle state
of charge is low. Proceed to a charging
station to charge the vehicle.
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This light comes on when a charge cord is
connected to the vehicle.
Battery Fault Light
This light indicates a fault with the high
voltage battery. A message may also display
in the Driver Information Center (DIC). See
your dealer for service.
Propulsion Power is Limited Light
These lights display when the vehicle
propulsion power is limited, which may
affect the vehicle’s ability to accelerate. The
vehicle may be driven while these lights are
on, but maximum acceleration and speed
may be limited.
Service Vehicle Soon Light
(Propulsion System Failure)
This light comes on if a condition exists that
may require the vehicle to be taken in for
service.
If the light comes on, take the vehicle to
your dealer for service as soon as possible.
Brake System Warning Light
MetricEnglishThis light comes on briefly when the vehicle
is turned on to show that the light is
working. If it does not come on then, have
it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if
there is a problem.
When the vehicle is on, the brake system
warning light also comes on when the
parking brake is set. The light stays on if
the parking brake does not fully release. If it
stays on after the parking brake is fully
released, there is a brake problem. Have the
brake system inspected right away. This
light may come on if the brake fluid is low.
See
Brake Fluid 0329.
If the light comes on while driving, pull off
the road and stop carefully. The brake pedal
might be harder to push, or the brake pedal
may go closer to the floor. It could take
longer to stop. If the light is still on, have
the vehicle towed for service. See
Transporting a Disabled Vehicle 0378.
{Warning
The brake system might not be working
properly if the brake system warning
light is on. Driving with the brake system
warning light on can lead to a crash.
If the light is still on after the vehicle has
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been pulled off the road and carefully
stopped, have the vehicle towed for
service.
Electric Parking Brake Light
MetricEnglish
This light comes on when the parking brake
is applied. If the light continues flashing
after the parking brake is released, or while
driving, there is a problem with the Electric
Parking Brake system. A message may also
display in the Driver Information
Center (DIC).
If the light does not come on, or remains
flashing, see your dealer.
Service Electric Parking Brake
Light
This light may come on briefly when the
vehicle is turned on. If it does not come on,
have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if
there is a problem.
If this light stays on or comes on while
driving, there is a problem with the Electric
Parking Brake (EPB). Take the vehicle to a
dealer as soon as possible. In addition to the
parking brake, other safety functions that
utilize the EPB may also be degraded.
A message may also display in the Driver
Information Center (DIC). See Electric Parking
Brake 0205.
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
Warning Light
This light comes on briefly when the vehicle
is turned on to show that the light is
working. If it does not come on then, have
it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if
there is a problem.
If the ABS warning light stays on, or comes
on again while driving, the vehicle needs
service. A chime may also sound when the
light stays on.
If the ABS warning light is the only light on,
the vehicle has regular brakes, but ABS is
not functioning.
If both the ABS warning light and the brake
system warning light are on, ABS is not
functioning and there is a problem with the
regular brakes. See your dealer for service.
See Brake System Warning Light 0115.