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Trip Computer
The Trip Computer is located in the instrument cluster.
It features a driver-interactive display (displays infor-
mation such as; trip information, range, fuel consump-
tion, average speed and travel time).
Trip Functions
Both trip functions are resettable (reset — start of new
trip).
“Trip A” can be used to display the figures relating to:
•Outside Temperature
• Range
• Trip distance A
• Average Economy A
• Instant Economy
• Average speed A
• Travel time A (driving time).
“Trip B” can be used to display the figures relating to:
• Trip distance B
• Average Economy B •
Average speed B
• Travel time B (driving time).
NOTE: “Trip B” functions may be excluded (see “Trip
B Data”). “Range” and “Instantaneous Consumption”
cannot be reset.
Trip Button
The TRIP button, located on the right steering column
stalk, can be used to display and to reset the previously
described values.
Trip Reset
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Lights
After pressing the “Lights” button on the touchscreen,
the following settings will be available:
Setting NameSelectable Options
Interior Ambient Lights +–
NOTE: When this feature is selected, it allows the adjustment of the brightness of the interior ambient lighting.
Headlight Sensitivity 123
NOTE: When this feature is selected, it allows the Headlight Sensitivity to be adjusted according to three levels
(level 1 = minimum sensitivity, level 2 = medium sensitivity, level 3 = maximum sensitivity); the greater the
sensitivity set, the less the external light variation required to turn on the lights (e.g. with a setting on level 3 at
sunset the headlights turn on earlier than in levels 1 and 2).
Headlight Off Delay 0 sec30 sec 60 sec 90 sec
Greeting Lights On Off
Daytime Running Lights Ye s
N o
Steering Directed Lights Ye s
N o
NOTE: When this feature is selected, the headlights will turn relative to a change in the direction of the steer-
ing wheel.
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Setting NameSelectable Options
Cornering Lights On Off
NOTE: When this feature is selected, if the steering wheel rotation angle is large or the turn signal indicators
are on, a light (incorporated in the fog light) will turn on, on the relevant side to improve visibility at night.
Headlights With Wip- ers — If Equipped Ye s
N o
Auto Dim High Beams — If Equipped Ye s
N o
Flash Headlights With Lock On
Off
Doors & Locks
After pressing the “Doors & Locks” button on the
touchscreen the following settings will be available:
Setting Name Selectable Options
Auto Door Locks YesNo
NOTE: When this feature is selected, all doors will lock automatically when the vehicle reaches a speed of
15 mph (24 km/h).
Auto Unlock On Exit YesNo
NOTE: When this feature is selected, all doors will unlock when the vehicle is stopped and the transmission is
in the PARK or NEUTRAL position and the driver’s door is opened.
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Setting NameSelectable Options
Memory Linked to Key Fob On/ Off — If Equipped Ye s
N o
NOTE:
This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting
the vehicle. To make your selection, press the “Memory Linked to Key Fob On/Off” button on the touchscreen,
then choose “Yes” or “No.” The button will highlight indicating that the setting has been selected. Press the
back arrow/X button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu.
Auto Comfort Systems — If Equipped
After pressing the “Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start”
button on the touchscreen the following settings will be
available:
Setting Name Selectable Options
Horn With Remote Start YesNo
Auto-On Driver Heated/Ventilated
Seat & Steering Wheel With Vehicle Start — If Equipped On
Off
NOTE: When this feature is selected the driver’s heated seat and heated steering wheel will automatically turn
ON when temperatures are below 40° F (4.4° C). When temperatures are above 80° F (26.7° C), the driver
vented seat will turn ON. To make your selection, press the “Auto Heated Seats” button on the touchscreen,
then select either “Off,” “Remote Start” or “All Starts.” The button will highlight indicating that the setting has
been selected. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu.
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UCONNECT RADIOS
For detailed information about your Uconnect radio,
refer to your Uconnect Owner ’s Manual Supplement.
IPOD/USB/MEDIA PLAYER CONTROL
This feature allows an iPod or external USB device to be
plugged into the AUX Jack or USB port.
Refer to the Uconnect 5.0 or 6.5 Owner ’s Manual Supple-
ment for iPod and external USB support capability.
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS
The remote sound system controls are located at the
rear of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to
access the switches.
The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a
pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and
mode of the sound system. Pushing the top of the
rocker switch will increase the volume, and pushing the
bottom of the rocker switch will decrease the volume.
Pushing the center button will make the radio switch
between the various modes available (AM/FM/SAT/
AUX Jack And USB Port
1 — AUX Jack
2 — USB Port
Remote Sound System Controls (Back View OfSteering Wheel)
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Get Started
All you need to control your Uconnect system with
your voice are the buttons on your steering wheel.
1. VisitUconnectPhone.com to check mobile device
and feature compatibility and to find phone pair-
ing instructions.
2. Reduce background noise. Wind and passenger con- versations are examples of noise that may impact
recognition.
3. Speak clearly at a normal pace and volume while facing straight ahead. The microphone is positioned
on the rearview mirror and aimed at the driver.
4. Each time you give a Voice Command, you must first push either the VR or Phone button, wait until after
the beep, then say your Voice Command.
5. You can interrupt the help message or system prompts by pushing the VR or Phone button and
saying a Voice Command from current category.
Uconnect Voice Command
1 — Push To Initiate Or To Answer A Phone Call, Send Or Re-
ceive A Text
2 — Push to MUTE
3 — Push To End Call
4 — Push To Say Vocal Commands
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
STARTING PROCEDURES ...............218
▫ Automatic Transmission ...............218
▫ Normal Starting ..................... .218
▫ Cold Weather Operation ...............218
▫ Extended Park Starting .................219
▫ If Engine Fails To Start ................219
▫ After Starting .......................220
▫ Turbo Charger “Cool Down” ............220
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ...........220
▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock ..............221
▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . .221
▫ Six-Speed Automatic Transmission ........221
AUTOSTICK ........................ .226
▫ Operation ..........................227
DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES ........228
▫ Acceleration ........................228
▫ Traction .......................... .228
DRIVING THROUGH WATER ............229
▫ Flowing/Rising Water .................229
▫ Shallow Standing Water ................229
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING ............230
PARKING BRAKE .....................230
BRAKE SYSTEM ..................... .232
ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM . . .232
▫ Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . .232
▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) ..............233
▫ Traction Control System (TCS) ...........234
▫ Hill Start
Assist (HSA) ................234
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▫Dynamic Steering Torque (DST) ..........235
▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) .........235
▫ ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And
ESC OFF Indicator Light ...............236
▫ Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) .........238
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION ............239
▫ Tire Markings .......................239
▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ..........243
▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions .........244
▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ..........245
TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION .......249
▫ Tire Pressure .......................249
▫ Tire Inflation Pressures ................250
▫ Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation . . .251
▫ Radial Ply Tires .....................251
▫ Tire Types ..........................252
▫ Run Flat Tires — If Equipped ............253▫
Spare Tires — If Equipped ..............253
▫ Tire Spinning .......................256
▫ Tread Wear Indicators .................256
▫ Life Of Tire ........................257
▫ Replacement Tires ....................258
TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) ......259
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS . . . .260
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES .......261
▫ Treadwear ..........................261
▫ Traction Grades ..................... .261
▫ Temperatur
e Grades ...................261
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM
(TPMS) ............................ .262
▫ Base System ........................264
▫ General Information ...................266
FUEL REQUIREMENTS — 1.4L Turbo .......266
▫ Reformulated Gasoline ................266
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CAUTION!(Continued)
•Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving
through standing water. This will minimize wave
effects.
• Driving through standing water may cause dam-
age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al-
ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil,
transmission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination
(i.e., fluid that is milky or foamy in appearance)
after driving through standing water. Do not
continue to operate the vehicle if any fluid ap-
pears contaminated, as this may result in further
damage. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• Getting water inside your vehicle’s engine can
cause it to lock up and stall out, and cause serious
internal damage to the engine. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty.
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING
This only operates with the key turned to MAR/ON
and the engine started. The steering allows the force
required at the steering wheel to be adjusted to suit
driving conditions.
NOTE: When turning the ignition key quickly, full
power steering functionality can be achieved after a few
seconds.
PARKING BRAKE
Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking
brake is fully applied.
The parking brake lever is located in the center console.
To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly
as possible. To release the parking brake, pull the lever
up slightly, push the side button with your thumb, then
lower the lever completely.
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CAUTION!(Continued)
is indicated. Have the brake system serviced by an
authorized dealer immediately.
BRAKE SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic brake
systems. If either of the two hydraulic systems loses
normal capability, the remaining system will still func-
tion. However, there will be some loss of overall brak-
ing effectiveness. You may notice increased pedal travel
during application, greater pedal force required to slow
or stop, and potential activation of the “Brake System
Warning Light”.
In the event power assist is lost for any reason (i.e.,
repeated brake applications with the engine off), the
brakes will still function. However, the effort required
to brake the vehicle will be much greater than that
required with the power system operating.
ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with a advanced electronic
brake control system that includes the Anti-Lock Brake
System (ABS), Brake Assist System (BAS), Traction
Control System (TCS), Hill Start Assist (HSA), Dynamic Steering Torque (DST), and Electronic Stability Control
(ESC). All systems work together to enhance vehicle
stability and control in various driving conditions and
are commonly referred to as ESC.
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
The Four-Wheel ABS is designed to aid the driver in
maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking con-
ditions. The system operates with a separate computer
to modulate hydraulic pressure, to prevent wheel
lock-up and to help avoid skidding on slippery sur-
faces.
The system’s pump motor runs during an ABS stop to
provide regulated hydraulic pressure. The pump motor
makes a low humming noise during operation, which is
normal.
The ABS includes an amber ABS Warning Light. When
the light is illuminated, the ABS is not functioning. The
system reverts to standard non-anti-lock brakes. Turn-
ing the ignition Off and On again may reset the ABS if
the fault detected was only momentary.
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