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4. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the childrestraint manufacturer ’s instructions.
WARNING!
•An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchorage position directly be-
hind the child seat to secure a child restraint top
tether strap.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•If your vehicle is equipped with a split rear seat,
make sure the tether strap does not slip into the
opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack
in the strap.
Third Row Tether Attachment
The tether anchorage found on the back of the 60% seat in
the third row may be used by either the left outboard or the
center seating position. Only tether one child restraint to
the tether anchorage at a time.
To connect the tether strap hook to the tether anchorage for
either seating position on the 60% third row seat:
1. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat.
2. If the car seat is in the center, raise the center head restraint and route the tether strap around the inboard
(left) side of the head restraint support posts, as shown
in the diagram.
3. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to the top tether anchorage as shown in the diagram.
Rear Seat Tether Strap Attachment (Second Row
Anchorage Shown)
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4. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the childrestraint manufacturer ’s instructions.
WARNING!
Do not connect the tether strap for more than one child
restraint to the tether anchorage on the 60% seat in the
third row. This anchorage is intended for one child
restraint at a time.
Center Tether Attachment – 3rd Row
Outboard Tether Attachments – 3rd Row
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Transporting Pets
Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a
collision.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or
pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
SAFETY TIPS
Transporting Passengers
NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO
AREA.
WARNING!
•Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
• It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,
inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people
riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.
• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a seat belt properly.
Exhaust Gas
WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can even-
tually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO), follow
these safety tips:
• Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in
confined areas any longer than needed to move your
vehicle in or out of the area.
• If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate/
rear doors open, make sure that all windows are
closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is set
at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running, adjust your heating or cooling con-
trols to force outside air into the vehicle. Set the
blower at high speed.
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the
vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust
system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the
vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is
damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the complete
exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam-
aged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams or
loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into
the passenger compartment. In addition, inspect the ex-
haust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication
or oil change. Replace as required.
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the seat belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision.
Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision
if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor, torn web-
bing, etc.). If there is any question regarding seat belt or
retractor condition, replace the seat belt.
Air Bag Warning Light
The Air Bag warning lightwill turn on for four to
eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch
is first turned to ON/RUN. If the light is either not on
during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving,
have the system inspected at your authorized dealer as
soon as possible. After the bulb check, this light will
illuminate with a single chime when a fault with the Air
Bag System has been detected. It will stay on until the
fault is removed. If the light comes on intermittently or
remains on while driving, have your authorized dealer
service the vehicle immediately. Refer to “Occupant
Restraint Systems” in “Safety” for further information.
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Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the
blower control on high speed. You should be able to feel the
air directed against the windshield. See your authorized
dealer for service if your defroster is inoperable.
Floor Mat Safety Information
Always use floor mats designed to fit your vehicle. Only
use a floor mat that does not interfere with the operation of
the accelerator, brake or clutch pedals. Only use a floor mat
that is securely attached using the floor mat fasteners so it
cannot slip out of position and interfere with the accelera-
tor, brake or clutch pedals or impair safe operation of your
vehicle in other ways.
WARNING!
An improperly attached, damaged, folded, or stacked
floor mat, or damaged floor mat fasteners may cause
your floor mat to interfere with the accelerator, brake,
or clutch pedals and cause a loss of vehicle control. To
prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH:
•ALWAYS securely attach
your floor mat using the
floor mat fasteners. DO NOT install your floor mat
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WARNING! (Continued)
upside down or turn your floor mat over. Lightly pull
to confirm mat is secured using the floor mat fasten-
ers on a regular basis.
• ALWAYS REMOVE THE EXISTING FLOOR MAT
FROM THE VEHICLE
before installing any other
floor mat. NEVER install or stack an additional floor
mat on top of an existing floor mat.
• ONLY install floor mats designed to fit your vehicle.
NEVER install a floor mat that cannot be properly
attached and secured to your vehicle. If a floor mat
needs to be replaced, only use a FCA approved floor
mat for the specific make, model, and year of your
vehicle.
• ONLY use the driver ’s side floor mat on the driver ’s
side floor area. To check for interference, with the
vehicle properly parked with the engine off, fully
depress the accelerator, the brake, and the clutch
pedal (if present) to check for interference. If your
floor mat interferes with the operation of any pedal,
or is not secure to the floor, remove the floor mat
from the vehicle and place the floor mat in your
trunk.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•ONLY use the passenger ’s side floor mat on the
passenger ’s side floor area.
• ALWAYS make sure objects cannot fall or slide into
the driver ’s side floor area when the vehicle is
moving. Objects can become trapped under accelera-
tor, brake, or clutch pedals and could cause a loss of
vehicle control.
• NEVER place any objects under the floor mat (e.g.,
towels, keys, etc.). These objects could change the
position of the floor mat and may cause interference
with the accelerator, brake, or clutch pedals.
• If the vehicle carpet has been removed and re-
installed, always properly attach carpet to the floor
and check the floor mat fasteners are secure to the
vehicle carpet. Fully depress each pedal to check for
interference with the accelerator, brake, or clutch
pedals then re-install the floor mats.
• It is recommended to only use mild soap and water
to clean your floor mats. After cleaning, always check
your floor mat has been properly installed and is
secured to your vehicle using the floor mat fasteners
by lightly pulling mat.
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts
and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks, and bulges.
Check the wheel nuts for tightness. Check the tires (includ-
ing spare) for proper cold inflation pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and
exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn
signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument
panel.
Door Latches
Check for proper closing, latching, and locking.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under the vehicle after overnight parking for
fuel, coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or if fuel, or brake fluid leaks are
suspected. The cause should be located and corrected
immediately.
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
STARTING THE VEHICLE .................278
▫ Normal Starting ....................... .278
▫ Cold Weather Operation ..................279
▫ After Starting ......................... .279
▫ To Turn Off The Vehicle Using ENGINE
START/STOP Button ....................280
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS . . . .281
PARK BRAKE ......................... .281
▫ Electric Park Brake (EPB) .................281
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ..............286
▫ Ignition Park Interlock ...................287
▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . . .287
▫ Hybrid Transmission ....................288
▫ Gear Ranges ......................... .289
ACTIVE NOISE CANCELLATION ............293
POWER STEERING ..................... .293
SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED ..........294
▫ To Activate .......................... .295
▫ To Set A Desired Speed ...................295
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ................295
▫ To Accelerate For Passing .................296
▫ To Resume Speed ..................... .296
▫ To Deactivate ........................ .297
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) —
IF EQUIPPED ......................... .297
▫ Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation .....299
▫ Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .....299
▫ To Activate/Deactivate ...................300
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▫To Set A Desired ACC Speed ...............300
▫ To Cancel ........................... .301
▫ ToTurnOff.......................... .301
▫ To Resume .......................... .301
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ................302
▫ Setting The Following Distance In ACC .......304
▫ Overtake Aid ......................... .306
▫ ACC Operation At Stop ..................306
▫ Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu ........307
▫ Display Warnings And Maintenance .........308
▫ Precautions While Driving With ACC .........310
▫ General Information .....................313
▫ Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode . . . .313
PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST —
IF EQUIPPED ......................... .316
▫ ParkSense Sensors ..................... .318
▫ ParkSense Visual Alert ...................318 ▫
ParkSense Display ..................... .318
▫ Enabling And Disabling ParkSense ..........322
▫ Service The ParkSense Rear Park Assist System. .322
▫ Cleaning The ParkSense System .............323
▫ ParkSense System Usage Precautions .........323
PARKSENSE FRONT AND REAR PARK ASSIST —
IF EQUIPPED ......................... .324
▫ ParkSense Sensors ..................... .326
▫ ParkSense Visual Alert ...................327
▫ ParkSense Display ..................... .327
▫ Enabling And Disabling ParkSense ..........333
▫ Service
The ParkSense Park Assist System .....333
▫ Cleaning The ParkSense System .............334
▫ ParkSense System Usage Precautions .........334
PARKSENSE ACTIVE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED ......................... .336
▫ Enabling And Disabling The ParkSense Active
Park Assist System ..................... .337
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▫Parallel Parking Space Assistance
Operation/Display ..................... .338
▫ Perpendicular Parking Space Assistance
Operation/Display ..................... .347
LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED ..............356
▫ LaneSense Operation ....................356
▫ Turning LaneSense On Or Off ..............357
▫ LaneSense Warning Message ...............357
▫ Changing LaneSense Status ................360
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA —
IF EQUIPPED ......................... .360
SURROUND VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED ......................... .363
REFUELING THE VEHICLE ................367
VEHICLE LOADING .....................370
▫ Certification Label ..................... .370
TRAILER TOWING ..................... .372
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.) ....................372
▫ Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle. . . .372
▫ Recreational Towing — All Models ..........373
DRIVING TIPS ......................... .374
▫ Driving On Slippery Surfaces ..............374
▫ Driving Through Water ..................375
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STARTING THE VEHICLE
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both
inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.
WARNING!
•When exiting the vehicle, always remove the key fob
from the vehicle and lock your vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous 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 transmission 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 of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-
N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move the
vehicle.
• Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death. Request Propulsion System Active (PSA) or “Vehicle is
Ready to Drive” mode with the gear selector in the PARK
position. Apply the brake before shifting to any driving
range.
NOTE:
In case the ignition switch does not change with the
push of a button, the key fob may have a low or dead
battery. In this situation, a back up method can be used to
operate the ignition switch. Put the nose side of the key fob
(side opposite of the Emergency Key) against the ENGINE
START/STOP button and push to operate the ignition
switch.
Normal Starting
NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine
is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator
pedal.
Achieving Vehicle Is Ready To Drive Mode Using The
ENGINE START / STOP Button.
1. The transmission must be in PARK or NEUTRAL.
2. Press and hold the brake pedal while pushing the ENGINE START/STOP button once.
3. The vehicle will go into drive ready mode (Vehicle is Ready to Drive is indicated on the cluster), which may
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