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Advanced Phone Connectivity
TRANSFER CALL TO AND FROM MOBILE 
PHONE
The Uconnect Phone allows ongoing calls to be 
transferred from your mobile phone without 
terminating the call. To transfer an ongoing call 
from your connected mobile phone to the 
Uconnect Phone or vice versa, press the Transfer 
button on the Phone main screen.
Things You Should Know About Uconnect 
Phone
VOICE COMMAND
For the best performance:
Always wait for the beep before speaking
Speak normally, without pausing, just as you 
would speak to a person sitting a few feet/
meters away from you
Ensure that no one other than you is speaking 
during a voice command period
Low-To-Medium Blower Setting
Low-To-Medium Vehicle Speed
Low Road Noise
Smooth Road Surface
Fully Closed Windows
Dry Weather Conditions Even though the system is designed for many 
languages and accents, the system may not always 
work for some.
NOTE:It is recommended that you do not store names in 
your Favorites phonebook while the vehicle is in 
motion.
Number and name recognition rate is optimized 
when the entries are not similar. You can say “O” 
(letter “O”) for “0” (zero).
Even though international dialing for most number 
combinations is supported, some shortcut dialing 
number combinations may not be supported. Audio Performance
Audio quality is maximized under:
Low-To-Medium Blower Setting
Low-To-Medium Vehicle Speed
Low Road Noise
Smooth Road Surface
Fully Closed Windows
Dry Weather Conditions
Operation From The Driver's Seat
Performance such as audio clarity, echo, and 
loudness to a large degree rely on the phone and 
network, and not the Uconnect Phone.
Echo at the far end can sometimes be reduced by 
lowering the in-vehicle audio volume.
Phone Voice Commands
Making and answering hands-free phone calls is 
easy with Uconnect. When the Phonebook button 
is illuminated on your touchscreen, your system is 
ready. Check 
UconnectPhone.com for mobile 
phone compatibility and pairing instructions.
WARNING!
ALWAYS drive safely with your hands on the 
wheel. You have full responsibility and assume 
all risks related to the use of the Uconnect 
features and applications in this vehicle. Only 
use Uconnect when it is safe to do so. Failure to 
do so may result in an accident involving serious 
injury or death.
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Push the Phone button   and wait for the beep to 
say a command. See some examples below:
“ Call  John Smith”
“Dial  123 456 7890”
“Redial ” (call previous outgoing phone number)
“Call back ” (call previously answered incoming 
phone number)
Did You Know:  When providing a Voice Command, 
push the Phone button   and say “ Call”, then 
pronounce the name  exactly as it appears in your 
phonebook. When a contact has multiple phone 
numbers, you can say “ Call John Smith work ”.
Voice Text Reply — If Equipped
Uconnect can announce  incoming text messages. 
Push the VR button   or Phone button   and 
say:
1. “
Listen
 ” to have the system read an incoming 
text message. (Must have compatible mobile 
phone paired to Uconnect system.)
2. “ Reply ” after an incoming text message has 
been read.
Listen to the Uconnect prompts. After the 
beep, repeat one of the predefined messages 
and follow the system prompts.
NOTE:Only use the numbering listed in the provided 
table. Otherwise, the system will not transpose the 
message. Did You Know:
 Your mobile phone must have the 
full implementation of the  Message Access Profile 
(MAP)  to take advantage of this feature. For details 
about MAP, visit 
UconnectPhone.com.
Apple® iPhone® iOS 6 or later supports reading 
incoming  text messages only. For further 
information on how to enable this feature on your 
Apple® iPhone®, refer to your iPhone’s® “User 
Manual”.
Did You Know:  Voice Text Reply is not compatible 
with iPhone®, but if your vehicle is equipped with 
Siri® Eyes Free, you can use your voice to send a 
text message.
Siri® Eyes Free — If Equipped
When used with your Apple® iPhone® connected 
to your vehicle via Bluetooth®, Siri lets you use 
your voice to send text messages, select media, 
place phone calls and much more. Siri uses your 
natural language to understand what you mean 
and responds back to confirm your requests. The 
system is designed to keep your eyes on the road 
and your hands on the wheel by letting Siri help you 
perform useful tasks.
To enable Siri, push and hold, then release the 
Uconnect Voice Recognition (VR) button on the 
steering wheel. After you hear a double beep, you 
can ask Siri to play podcasts and music, get 
directions, read text messages, and many other 
useful requests.
PRE-DEFINED VOICE TEXT REPLY 
RESPONSES
Yes. Stuck in 
traffic. See you later.
No. Start without 
me. I’ll be late.
Okay. Where are 
you? I will be 5 <or 
10, 15, 20, 
25, 30, 45, 
60> minutes  late.
Call me.
Are you there 
yet?
I’ll call you  later. I need 
directions. See you in 5 
<or 10, 15, 20, 25, 30,  45, 60> 
minutes.
I’m on my way.
Can’t talk right 
now.
I’m lost. Thanks.
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BLUETOOTH® COMMUNICATION LINK
Mobile phones may lose connection to the 
Uconnect Phone. When this happens, the 
connection can generally be re-established by 
restarting the mobile phone. Your mobile phone is 
recommended to remain in Bluetooth® ON mode.
POWER-UP
After switching the ignition key from OFF to either 
the ON/RUN or ACC position, or after a language 
change, you must wait at least 15 seconds prior to 
using the system  
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ANDROID AUTO™ & APPLE CARPLAY® — 
IF EQUIPPED  
ANDROID AUTO™ 
Use this QR code to access your 
digital experience.
Android Auto™ is a feature of your 
Uconnect system, and your 
Android™ 6.0 or higher powered 
smartphone with a data plan, that 
allows you to project your 
smartphone and a number of its apps onto the 
touchscreen radio display. Android Auto™ brings 
you useful information, and organizes it into simple 
cards that appear just when they are needed.  Android Auto™ can be used with speech 
technology, the steering wheel controls, the knobs 
and buttons on your radio faceplate, and the radio 
display’s touchscreen to control many of your 
apps. To use Android Auto™, perform the following 
procedure:
NOTE:Feature availability depends on your carrier and 
mobile phone manufacturer. Some Android Auto™ 
features may or may not be available in every 
region and/or language.
1. Download the Android Auto™ app from the 
Google Play store on your Android™-powered 
smartphone.
2. Connect your Android™-powered smartphone  to one of the media USB ports in your vehicle. 
If the Android Auto™ app was not downloaded, 
the first time you plug your device in the app 
begins to download. Your vehicle should be in 
PARK the first time you use the app.
NOTE:Be sure to use the factory-provided USB cable that 
came with your phone, as aftermarket cables may 
not work.
 Android Auto™ And LTE Data Coverage
NOTE:To use Android Auto™, make sure you are in an 
area with cellular coverage. Android Auto™ may 
use cellular data and your cellular coverage is 
shown in the upper right corner of the radio screen. 
Data plan rates apply.
3. Once the device is connected and recognized, 
the Phone icon on the drag & drop menu bar 
changes to the Android Auto™ icon.
NOTE:Android Auto™ is set to launch immediately once a 
compatible device is connected. You can also 
launch it by pressing the Android Auto™ icon on the 
touchscreen.
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Once Android Auto™ is up and running on your 
Uconnect system, the following features can be 
utilized using your smartphone’s data plan:
Google Maps™ for navigation
Google Play Music, Spotify, iHeart Radio, etc. for 
music
Hands-free calling and texting for communica -
tion
Various compatible apps
Maps
Push and hold the Voice Recognition (VR) 
button on the steering wheel until the 
beep or tap the Microphone icon to ask 
Google to take you to a desired 
destination by voice. You can also touch the 
Navigation icon in Android Auto™ to access other 
navigation apps.
While using Android Auto™, Google Maps™ 
provides voice-guided:
Navigation
Live traffic information
Lane guidance
For further information, refer to 
www.android.com/auto/ (US) or https://
www.android.com/intl/en_ca/auto/ (Canada). For further information on the navigation function, 
please refer to 
https://support.google.com/
android or https://support.google.com/
androidauto/.
Music
Android Auto™ allows you to access and 
stream your favorite music with apps like 
YouTube Music, iHeartRadio, and Spotify. 
Using your smartphone’s data plan, you 
can stream endless music on the road.
NOTE:Music apps, playlists, and stations must be set up 
on your smartphone prior to using Android Auto™ 
for them to work with Android Auto™.
NOTE:To see the track details for the music playing 
through Android Auto™, select the Uconnect 
system’s media screen.
For further information, refer to 
https://
support.google.com/androidauto.
Communication
With Android Auto™ connected, push and 
hold the VR button on the steering wheel 
to activate voice recognition specific to 
Android Auto™. This allows you to send 
and reply to text messages, have incoming text 
messages read out loud, and place and receive 
hands-free calls.
Apps
The Android Auto™ App displays all the compatible 
apps that are available to use with Android Auto™, 
every time it is launched. You must have the 
compatible app downloaded, and you must be 
signed in to the app through your mobile device for 
it to work with Android Auto™.
Refer to 
https://play.google.com/store/apps/ to 
see the latest list of available apps for Android 
Auto™.
Android Auto™ Voice Command 
NOTE:Feature availability depends on your carrier and 
mobile phone manufacturer. Some Android Auto™ 
features may or may not be available in every 
region and/or language.
Android Auto™ allows you to use your voice to 
interact with Android’s™ best-in-class speech 
technology through your vehicle’s voice recognition 
system, and use your smartphone’s data plan to 
project your Android™-powered smartphone and a 
number of its apps onto your Uconnect 
touchscreen. Connect your Android™ 6.0 or higher 
to one of the media USB ports, using the 
factory-provided USB cable, and press the new 
Android Auto™ icon that replaces your “Phone” 
icon on the main menu bar to begin Android Auto™. 
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Push and hold the VR button on the steering wheel, 
or press and hold the “Microphone” icon within 
Android Auto™, to activate Android’s™ VR, which 
recognizes natural voice commands, to use a list of 
your smartphone’s features:
Maps
Music
Phone
Text Messages
Additional Apps
NOTE:
Requires compatible smartphone running 
Android™ 6.0 or higher and download app on 
Google Play. Android™, Android Auto™, and 
Google Play are trademarks of Google Inc. 
Android Auto™ may be downloaded automati -
cally depending on the software version 
installed on your mobile device.
To wirelessly use Android Auto™ on your car 
display, you need a compatible Android™ smart -
phone with an active data plan. You can 
check which smartphones are compatible at 
g.co/androidauto/requirements.
APPLE CARPLAY®
Use this QR code to access your 
digital experience.
Uconnect works seamlessly with 
Apple CarPlay®, the smarter, 
more secure way to use your 
iPhone® in the car, and stay 
focused on the road. Use your 
Uconnect Touchscreen display, the vehicle's knobs 
and controls, and your voice with Siri to get access 
to Apple Music®, Maps, Messages, and more.
NOTE:Feature availability depends on your carrier and 
mobile phone manufacturer. Some Apple 
CarPlay® features may or may not be available in 
every region and/or language. To use Apple CarPlay®, make sure you are using 
iPhone® 5 or later, have Siri enabled in Settings, 
ensure your iPhone® is unlocked for the very first 
connection only, and then use the following 
procedure:
1. Connect your iPhone® to one of the media 
USB ports in your vehicle.
NOTE:Be sure to use the factory-provided Lightning cable 
that came with your phone, as aftermarket cables 
may not work.
2. Once the device is connected and recognized, the Phone icon on the drag & drop menu bar 
changes to the Apple CarPlay® Icon.
NOTE:Apple CarPlay® is set to launch immediately. You 
can also launch it by pressing the Apple CarPlay® 
icon on the touchscreen.
Apple CarPlay® And LTE Data Coverage
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NOTE:To use Apple CarPlay®, make sure that cellular 
data is turned on, and that you are in an area with 
cellular coverage. Your data and cellular coverage 
is shown on the left side of the radio screen. Data 
plan rates apply.
Once Apple CarPlay® is up and running on your 
Uconnect system, the following features can be 
utilized using your iPhone’s® data plan:
Phone
Music
Messages
Maps
Phone
With Apple CarPlay®, push and hold the 
VR button on the steering wheel to 
activate a Siri voice recognition session. 
You can also press and hold the Home 
button within Apple CarPlay® to start talking to Siri. 
This allows you to make calls or listen to voicemail 
as you normally would using Siri on your iPhone®.
NOTE:Only temporarily pushing the VR button on the 
steering wheel launches a built-in Uconnect VR 
session, not a Siri session, and it will not function 
with Apple CarPlay®.
Music
Apple CarPlay® allows you to access all 
your artists, playlists, and music from 
iTunes® or any third party application 
installed on your device. Using your 
iPhone’s® data plan, you can also use select third 
party audio apps including music, news, sports, 
podcasts, and more.
Messages
Push and hold the VR button on the 
steering wheel to activate a Siri voice 
recognition session. Apple CarPlay® 
allows you to use Siri to send or reply to 
text messages. Siri can also read incoming text 
messages, but drivers will not be able to read 
messages, as everything is done via voice.
Maps
Push and hold the VR button on the 
steering wheel until the beep or tap the 
Microphone icon to ask Apple® Siri to 
take you to a desired destination by 
voice. You can also touch the Navigation icon in 
Apple CarPlay® to access Apple® Maps.
Apps
The Apple CarPlay® App plays all compatible apps 
that are available to use, every time it is launched. 
You must have the compatible app downloaded, 
and you must be signed in to the app through your 
mobile device for it to work with Apple CarPlay®.
Refer to 
http://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/ 
(US) or https://www.apple.com/ca/ios/carplay/ 
(Canada) to see the latest list of available apps for 
Apple CarPlay®.
Apple CarPlay® Voice Command 
NOTE:Feature availability depends on your carrier and 
mobile phone maker. Some Apple CarPlay® 
features may not be available in every region and/
or language.
Apple CarPlay® allows you to use your voice to 
interact with Siri through your vehicle’s voice 
recognition system, and use your smartphone’s 
data plan to project your iPhone® and a number of 
its apps onto your Uconnect touchscreen. Connect 
your iPhone® 5 or higher to one of the media USB 
ports, using the factory-provided Lightning cable, 
and press the new Apple CarPlay® icon that 
replaces your “Phone” icon on the main menu bar 
to begin Apple CarPlay®.
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Push and hold the VR button on the steering wheel, 
or press and hold the Home button within Apple 
CarPlay®, to activate Siri, which recognizes natural 
voice commands to use a list of your iPhone’s® 
features:
Phone
Music
Messages
Maps — If Equipped
Additional Apps — If Equipped
NOTE:Apple CarPlay® is a trademark of Apple® Inc. 
iPhone® is a trademark of Apple® Inc., registered 
in the US and other countries. Apple® terms of use 
and privacy statements apply.
ANDROID AUTO™ AND APPLE 
C
ARPLAY® TIPS AND TRICKS
Android Auto™ And Apple CarPlay® Automatic 
Bluetooth® Pairing
After connecting to Android Auto™ or Apple 
CarPlay® for the first time and undergoing the 
setup procedure, the smartphone pairs to the 
Uconnect system via Bluetooth® without any setup 
required every time it is within range, if Bluetooth® 
is turned on.
NOTE:Apple CarPlay® uses a USB connection while 
Android Auto™ uses both USB and Bluetooth® 
connections to function. The connected device is 
unavailable to other devices when connected 
using Android Auto™ or Apple CarPlay®.
Multiple Devices Connecting To The Uconnect 
System — If Equipped
It is possible to have multiple devices connected to 
the Uconnect system. For example, if using Android 
Auto™/Apple CarPlay®, the connected device will 
be used to place hands-free phone calls or send 
hands-free text messages. However, another 
device can also be paired to the Uconnect system, 
via Bluetooth®, as an audio source, so the 
passenger can stream music.
NOTE:Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ can only be 
launched from the front and center console USB 
ports.
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES  
Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being 
on in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy 
performance from your radio. This condition may 
be lessened or eliminated by repositioning the 
mobile phone within the vehicle. This condition is 
not harmful to the radio.  If your radio performance does not satisfactorily 
improve from repositioning the mobile phone, it is 
recommended that the volume be turned down or 
off during mobile phone operation when not using 
the Uconnect system.
REGULATORY AND SAFETY 
I
NFORMATION
US/CANADA
Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation
The radiated output power of the internal wireless 
radio is far below the FCC and IC radio frequency 
exposure limits. Nevertheless, the wireless radio 
will be used in such a manner that the radio is 
8 in (20 cm) or further from the human body.
The internal wireless radio operates within 
guidelines found in radio frequency safety 
standards and recommendations, which reflect 
the consensus of the scientific community.
The radio manufacturer believes the internal 
wireless radio is safe for use by consumers. The 
level of energy emitted is far less than the 
electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless 
devices such as mobile phones. However, the use 
of wireless radios may be restricted in some 
situations or environments, such as aboard 
airplanes. If you are unsure of restrictions, you are 
encouraged to ask for authorization before turning 
on the wireless radio  
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SAFETY
SAFETY FEATURES
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) 
The ABS provides increased vehicle stability and 
brake performance under most braking conditions. 
The system automatically prevents wheel lock and 
enhances vehicle control during braking.
The ABS performs a self-check cycle to ensure that 
the ABS is working properly each time the vehicle 
is started and driven. During this self-check, you 
may hear a slight clicking sound as well as some 
related motor noises.
The ABS is activated during braking when the 
system detects one or more wheels are beginning 
to lock. Road conditions such as ice, snow, gravel, 
bumps, railroad tracks, loose debris, or panic stops 
may increase the likelihood of ABS activation(s).
You also may experience the following normal 
characteristics when the ABS activates:
ABS motor noise or clicking sounds (you may 
continue to hear for a short time after the stop)
Brake pedal pulsations
A slight drop of the brake pedal at the end of the 
stopThe ABS is designed to function with the Original 
Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) tires. Modification 
may result in degraded ABS performance.
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning 
Light
The yellow ABS Warning Light will turn on when the 
ignition is placed in the ON/RUN mode and may 
stay on for as long as four seconds.
If the ABS Warning Light remains on or comes on 
while driving, it indicates that the anti-lock portion 
of the brake system is not functioning and that 
service is required. However, the conventional 
brake system will continue to operate normally if 
the ABS Warning Light is on.
WARNING!
The ABS contains sophisticated electronic 
equipment that may be susceptible to interfer
-
ence caused by improperly installed or high 
output radio transmitting equipment. This 
interference can cause possible loss of 
anti-lock braking capability. Installation of 
such equipment should be performed by qual -
ified professionals.
Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish 
their effectiveness and may lead to a collision. 
Pumping makes the stopping distance longer. 
Just press firmly on your brake pedal when you 
need to slow down or stop.
The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of 
physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it 
increase braking or steering efficiency beyond 
that afforded by the condition of the vehicle 
brakes and tires or the traction afforded.
The ABS cannot prevent collisions, including 
those resulting from excessive speed in turns, 
following another vehicle too closely, or hydro -
planing.
The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle 
must never be exploited in a reckless or 
dangerous manner that could jeopardize the 
user’s safety or the safety of others.
WARNING!
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If the ABS Warning Light is on, the brake system 
should be serviced as soon as possible to restore 
the benefits of Anti-Lock Brakes. If the ABS 
Warning Light does not come on when the ignition 
is placed in the ON/RUN mode, have the light 
repaired as soon as possible.
ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL (EBC) 
S
YSTEM 
Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced 
Electronic Brake Control (EBC) system. This system 
includes Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Brake 
Assist System (BAS), Electronic Brake Force 
Distribution (EBD), Electronic Roll Mitigation 
(ERM), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Hill Start 
Assist (HSA), and Traction Control System 
(TCS).These systems work together to enhance 
both vehicle stability and control in various driving 
conditions.
Your vehicle may also be equipped with Dynamic 
Steering Torque (DST), Ready Alert Braking (RAB), 
Rain Brake Support (RBS) and Trailer Sway Control 
(TSC).
Brake Assist System (BAS) 
The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s 
braking capability during emergency braking 
maneuvers. The system detects an emergency 
braking situation by sensing the rate and amount 
of brake application and then applies optimum 
pressure to the brakes. This can help reduce 
braking distances. The BAS complements the 
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). Applying the brakes 
very quickly results in the best BAS assistance. To 
receive the benefit of the system, you must apply 
continuous braking pressure during the stopping 
sequence (do not “pump” the brakes). Do not 
reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no 
longer desired. Once the brake pedal is released, 
the BAS is deactivated.
Brake System Warning Light
The red Brake System Warning Light will turn on 
when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN mode 
and may stay on for as long as four seconds.
If the Brake System Warning Light remains on or 
comes on while driving, it indicates that the brake 
system is not functioning properly and that 
immediate service is required. If the Brake System 
Warning Light does not come on when the ignition 
is placed in the ON/RUN mode, have the light 
repaired as soon as possible.
Dynamic Steering Torque (DST)
DST is a feature of the ESC and Electric Power 
Steering (EPS) modules that provides torque at the 
steering wheel for certain driving conditions in 
which the ESC module is detecting vehicle 
instability. The torque that the steering wheel 
receives is only meant to help the driver realize 
optimal steering behavior in order to reach/
maintain vehicle stability. The only notification the 
driver receives that the feature is active, is the 
torque applied to the steering wheel.
WARNING!
The Brake Assist System (BAS) cannot prevent 
the natural laws of physics from acting on the 
vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded 
by prevailing road conditions. BAS cannot 
prevent collisions, including those resulting from 
excessive speed in turns, driving on very slippery 
surfaces, or hydroplaning. The capabilities of a 
BAS-equipped vehicle must never be exploited in 
a reckless or dangerous manner, which could 
jeopardize the user's safety or the safety of 
others.
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NOTE:The DST feature is only meant to help the driver 
realize the correct course of action through small 
torques on the steering wheel, which means the 
effectiveness of the DST feature is highly 
dependent on the driver’s sensitivity and overall 
reaction to the applied torque. It is very important 
to realize that this feature will not steer the vehicle, 
meaning the driver is still responsible for steering 
the vehicle.
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
The EBD function manages the distribution of the 
braking torque between the front and rear axles by 
limiting braking pressure to the rear axle. This is 
done to prevent overslip of the rear wheels to avoid 
vehicle instability, and to prevent the rear axle from 
entering the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) before 
the front axle.
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)
ERM anticipates the potential for wheel lift by 
monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and 
the speed of the vehicle. When ERM determines 
that the rate of change of the steering wheel angle 
and vehicle’s speed are sufficient to potentially 
cause wheel lift, it then applies the appropriate 
brake and may also reduce engine power to lessen  the chance that wheel lift will occur. ERM can only 
reduce the chance of wheel lift occurring during 
severe or evasive driving maneuvers; it cannot 
prevent wheel lift due to other factors, such as 
road conditions, leaving the roadway, striking 
objects or other vehicles.Electronic Stability Control (ESC) 
ESC enhances directional control and stability of 
the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC 
corrects for oversteering or understeering of the 
vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate 
wheel(s) to assist in counteracting the above 
conditions. Engine power may also be reduced to 
help the vehicle maintain the desired path.
Oversteer — when the vehicle is turning more 
than appropriate for the steering wheel position.
Understeer — when the vehicle is turning less 
than appropriate for the steering wheel position.
ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the 
vehicle path intended by the driver and compares 
it to the actual path of the vehicle. When the actual 
path does not match the intended path, ESC 
applies the brake of the appropriate wheel to 
assist in counteracting the oversteer or understeer 
condition.
The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light 
located in the instrument cluster will start to flash 
as soon as the ESC system becomes active. The 
ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light also 
flashes when the TCS is active. If the ESC 
Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light begins to 
flash during acceleration, ease up on the 
accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. 
Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the 
prevailing road conditions.
WARNING!
Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road 
conditions and driving conditions, influence the 
chance that wheel lift or rollover may occur. ERM 
cannot prevent all wheel lift or roll overs, 
especially those that involve leaving the roadway 
or striking objects or other vehicles. The 
capabilities of an ERM-equipped vehicle must 
never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous 
manner which could jeopardize the user's safety 
or the safety of others.
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