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The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) uses 
wireless technology with wheel rim-mounted 
electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels. 
Sensors, mounted to each wheel as part of the 
valve stem, transmit tire pressure readings to the 
receiver module.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Display
NOTE:It is particularly important for you to regularly check 
the tire pressure in all of your tires and to maintain 
the proper pressure.
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 
consists of the following components:
Receiver module
Four Tire Pressure Monitoring System sensors
Various Tire Pressure Monitoring System 
messages, which display in the instrument 
cluster, and a graphic displaying tire pressures
TPMS Warning Light
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Low 
Pressure Warnings
The TPMS Warning Light will illuminate in 
the instrument cluster, and an audible 
chime will be activated, when one or 
more of the four active road tire 
pressures are low. In addition, the instrument 
cluster will display an "Inflate to XX" message and 
a graphic display of the pressure value(s) with the 
low tire(s) in a different color  Ú page 98.
NOTE:Your system can be set to display pressure units in 
PSI, BAR, or kPa.
Low Tire Pressure Monitoring System Display
 Should a low tire condition occur on any of the four 
active road tire(s), you should stop as soon as 
possible, and inflate the low tire(s) that is in a 
different color on the graphic display to the 
vehicle’s recommended cold tire pressure 
displayed in the “Inflate to XX” message.
NOTE:When filling warm tires, the tire pressure may need 
to be increased up to an additional 4 psi (28 kPa) 
above the recommended cold placard pressure in 
order to turn the TPMS Warning Light off.
The system will automatically update, the graphic 
display of the pressure value(s) will return to its 
original color and the TPMS Warning Light will 
extinguish once the updated tire pressure(s) have 
been received. The system will automatically 
update the graphic display of the pressure value(s) 
and will return to its original color. The TPMS 
Warning Light will extinguish once the updated tire 
pressure(s) have been received in the case when 
the ignition is ON. In the case when the ignition is 
OFF, the ignition on the vehicle has to be turned ON 
and may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes 
above 15 mph (24 km/h) to receive this 
information for the pressure value(s) to be 
updated.
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Service TPMS Warning
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light 
will flash on and off for 75 seconds, and remain on 
solid when a system fault is detected. The system 
fault will also sound a chime. The instrument 
cluster display will display a “SERVICE TPM 
SYSTEM” message for a minimum of five seconds. 
This message is then followed by a graphic display, 
with “--“ in place of the pressure value(s), 
indicating which Tire Pressure Monitoring System 
sensor(s) is not being received.
If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will 
repeat, providing the system fault still exists. If the 
system fault no longer exists, the Tire Pressure 
Monitoring System Warning Light will no longer 
flash, the "SERVICE TPM SYSTEM" message will 
not be present, and a pressure value will be 
displayed instead of dashes. A system fault can 
occur by any of the following:
Jamming due to electronic devices or driving 
next to facilities emitting the same radio 
frequencies as the TPMS sensors.
Lots of snow or ice around the wheels or wheel 
housings.
Using tire chains on the vehicle.
Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPMS 
sensors.
NOTE:A TPMS sensor is not offered on any size spare tire. 
In either option of having a full size spare equipped 
or not, the tire pressure is not monitored or 
displayed on the cluster for the corresponding 
spare tire location. If you install the spare tire in 
place of a road tire that has a pressure below the 
low-pressure warning limit, upon the next ignition 
switch cycle, the Tire Pressure Monitoring System 
Warning Light will remain on, a chime will sound, 
and the instrument cluster display will still display 
a pressure value in the different color graphic 
display and an “Inflate to XX” message will be 
displayed. After driving the vehicle for up to 
20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h), the Tire 
Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light will 
flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on 
solid. In addition, the instrument cluster display 
will display a “SERVICE TPM SYSTEM" message for 
five seconds and then display dashes (--) in place 
of the pressure value. For each subsequent 
ignition switch cycle, a chime will sound, the Tire 
Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light will 
flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on 
solid, and the instrument cluster display will 
display a "SERVICE TPM SYSTEM" message for five 
seconds and then display dashes (--) in place of the 
pressure value. Once you repair or replace the 
original road tire, and reinstall it on the vehicle in 
place of the spare tire, the TPMS will update auto -
matically. In addition, the Tire Pressure Monitoring System 
Warning Light will turn off and the graphic in the 
instrument cluster display will display a new 
pressure value instead of dashes (--), as long as no 
tire pressure is below the low-pressure warning 
limit in any of the four active road tires. The vehicle 
may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 
15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive 
this information.
TPMS Deactivation — If Equipped
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) can 
be deactivated by replacing all four wheel and tire 
assemblies (road tires) with wheel and tire 
assemblies that do not have TPMS sensors, such 
as when installing winter wheel and tire 
assemblies on your vehicle.
To deactivate the TPMS, first, replace all four wheel 
and tire assemblies (road tires) with tires not 
equipped with Tire Pressure Monitoring System 
sensors. Then, drive the vehicle for 20 minutes 
above 15 mph (24 km/h). The TPMS will chime, 
the TPMS Warning Light will flash on and off for 75 
seconds and then remain on. The instrument 
cluster will display the “SERVICE TPM SYSTEM” 
message and then display dashes (--) in place of 
the pressure values.
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Beginning with the next ignition cycle, the TPMS 
will no longer chime or display the “SERVICE TPM 
SYSTEM” message in the instrument cluster but 
dashes (--) will remain in place of the pressure 
values.
To reactivate the TPMS, replace all four wheel and 
tire assemblies (road tires) with tires equipped with 
TPMS sensors. Then, drive the vehicle for up to 
20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h). The TPMS 
will chime, the TPMS Warning Light will flash on 
and off for 75 seconds and then turn off. The 
instrument cluster will display the “SERVICE TPM 
SYSTEM” message and then display pressure 
values in place of the dashes. On the next ignition 
cycle the "SERVICE TPM SYSTEM" message will no 
longer be displayed as long as no system fault 
exists.
Tire Fill Alert
This feature notifies the user when the placard tire 
pressure is attained while inflating or deflating the 
tire.
The customer may choose to disable or enable the 
Tire Fill Alert feature in the apps menu of the 
Uconnect system.
NOTE:
The Tire Fill Alert system will only support 
inflating or deflating one tire at a time. The user 
is required to wait until the hazard lights STOP  flashing or 26-30 seconds after the desired 
pressure is achieved in one wheel before 
switching to another.
The Tire Fill Alert feature cannot be entered if an 
existing TPMS fault is set to “active” or if the 
system is in deactivation mode (if equipped).
The system will be activated when the system 
detects an increase in tire pressure while filling the 
tire. The ignition must be in the ON/RUN mode with 
the transmission in PARK for vehicles equipped 
with an automatic transmission. For vehicles 
equipped with a manual transmission, the parking 
brake must be applied.
NOTE:It is not required to have the engine running to 
enter Tire Fill Alert mode.
The hazard lamps will come on to confirm the 
vehicle is in Tire Fill Alert mode. If the hazard lamps 
do not come on while inflating the tire, the Tire 
Pressure Monitoring System sensor may be in an 
inoperative position, preventing the TPMS sensor 
signal from being received. In this case, the vehicle 
may need to be moved slightly forward or 
backward.
When Tire Fill Alert mode is entered, the tire 
pressure display screen will be displayed in the 
instrument cluster. Operation:
The horn will chirp once to let the user know 
when to stop filling the tire, when it reaches 
recommended pressure.
The horn will chirp three times if the tire is over
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filled and will continue to chirp every five 
seconds if the user continues to inflate the tire.
The horn will chirp once again when enough air 
is let out to reach proper inflation level.
The horn will also chirp three times if the tire is 
then underinflated and will continue to chirp 
every five seconds if the user continues to 
deflate the tire.
Selectable Tire Fill Alert (STFA) —
If Equipped
The Selectable Tire Fill Alert (STFA) system is an 
optional feature that is included as part of the 
normal Tire Fill Alert system. The system is 
designed to allow you to select a pressure to inflate 
or deflate the vehicle's front and rear axle tires to, 
and to provide feedback while inflating or deflating 
the vehicle's tires.
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In the Selectable Tire Fill Alert application, which is 
located in the apps menu of the Uconnect system, 
you will be able to select a pressure setting for both 
the front and rear axle tire pressures by scrolling 
through a pressure range from ≥15 psi to XX in 
1 psi increments for each axle setting.
XX = the vehicle's cold placard pressure values for 
the front and rear axles as shown on the vehicle 
placard pressure label.
You may also store pressure values chosen for 
each axle in the Uconnect system application as 
preset pressure values. Up to two sets of preset 
pressure values can be stored in the Uconnect 
system for the front and rear axle. Once you select 
the tire pressures for the front and rear axles that 
you want to inflate or deflate to, you can begin 
inflating or deflating one tire at a time.
NOTE:The STFA system will only support inflating or 
deflating one tire at a time. The user is required to 
wait until the hazard lights STOP flashing or 26-30 
seconds after the desired pressure is achieved in 
one wheel before switching to another.
The system will be activated when the TPMS 
receiver module detects a change in tire pressure. 
The ignition must be in the ON/RUN mode, with the 
transmission in PARK in vehicles with an automatic 
transmission, and in NEUTRAL with the parking 
brake engaged in vehicles with a manual  transmission. The hazard lamps will come on to 
confirm the vehicle is in Tire Fill Alert mode.
When Tire Fill Alert mode is entered, the tire 
pressure screen will be displayed in the instrument 
cluster. If the hazard lamps do not come on while 
inflating or deflating the tire, the Tire Pressure 
Monitoring System sensor may be in an 
inoperative position, preventing the TPMS sensor 
signal from being received. In this case, the vehicle 
may need to be moved slightly forward or 
backward.
Horn chirps will indicate STFA status as tires are 
inflated/deflated. The horn will chirp under the 
following STFA states:
1. The horn will chirp once when the selected 
pressure is reached to let you know when to 
stop inflating or deflating the tire.
2. The horn will chirp three times if the tire is  overinflated or over-deflated.
3. The horn will chirp once again when enough air  is added or removed to reach proper selected 
pressure level.
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 
Some of the most important safety features in your 
vehicle are the restraint systems:
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 
F
EATURES 
Seat Belt Systems
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Air Bags
Child Restraints
Some of the safety features described in this 
section may be standard equipment on some 
models, or may be optional equipment on others. If 
you are not sure, ask an authorized dealer.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please pay close attention to the information in 
this section. It tells you how to use your restraint 
system properly, to keep you and your passengers 
as safe as possible.
Here are some simple steps you can take to 
minimize the risk of harm from a deploying air bag:
1. Children 12 years old and under should  always ride buckled up in the rear seat of a 
vehicle with a rear seat.
2. A child who is not big enough to wear the  vehicle seat belt properly must be secured in 
the appropriate child restraint or 
belt-positioning booster seat in a rear seating 
position  Ú page 289.
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Third Row Stow Clip — If Equipped
Six And Seven Passenger Only
Your vehicle may be equipped with a stow clip on 
the lower trim behind the third row. This clip is used 
to hold the seat belt out of the path of the third row 
seat back when it is being folded and opened. Only 
place the seat belt webbing in this clip while folding 
and opening the seat. Do not leave the webbing 
behind the clip when using the belt to restrain an 
occupant.
Third Row Stow Clip
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 
(SRS)
Some of the safety features described in this 
section may be standard equipment on some 
models, or may be optional equipment on others. If 
you are not sure, ask an authorized dealer.
The air bag system must be ready to protect you in 
a collision. The Occupant Restraint Controller 
(ORC) monitors the internal circuits and 
interconnecting wiring associated with the 
electrical Air Bag System Components. Your 
vehicle may be equipped with the following Air Bag 
System Components:
Air Bag System Components
Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)
Air Bag Warning Light 
Steering Wheel and Column
Instrument Panel
Knee Impact Bolsters
Driver and Front Passenger Air Bags
Seat Belt Buckle Switch
Supplemental Side Air Bags
Supplemental Knee Air Bags
Front and Side Impact Sensors
Seat Belt Pretensioners
Seat Track Position Sensors
Occupant Classification System
Air Bag Warning Light  
The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) 
monitors the readiness of the electronic 
parts of the air bag system whenever the 
ignition switch is in the START or ON/RUN 
position. If the ignition switch is in the OFF position 
or in the ACC position, the air bag system is not on 
and the air bags will not inflate.
WARNING!
Do not place the seat belt webbing behind the 
third row stow clip when using the seat belt to 
restrain an occupant. The seat belt will not be 
positioned properly on the occupant and they 
could be more seriously injured in an accident 
as a result.
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Driver And Passenger Front Air Bag 
Features
The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage 
driver and front passenger air bags. This system 
provides output appropriate to the severity and 
type of collision as determined by the Occupant 
Restraint Controller (ORC), which may receive 
information from the front impact sensors (if 
equipped) or other system components. The first stage inflator is triggered immediately 
during an impact that requires air bag deployment. 
A low energy output is used in less severe 
collisions. A higher energy output is used for more 
severe collisions.
This vehicle may be equipped with a driver and/or 
front passenger seat belt buckle switch that 
detects whether the driver or front passenger seat 
belt is buckled. The seat belt buckle switch may 
adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced Front Air 
Bags.
This vehicle may be equipped with driver and/or 
front passenger seat track position sensors that 
may adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced Front 
Air Bags based upon seat position.
This vehicle is equipped with a right front 
passenger Occupant Classification System (“OCS”) 
that is designed to provide Passenger Advanced 
Front Air Bag output appropriate to the occupant’s 
seated weight input, as determined by the OCS.
Front Air Bag Operation 
Front Air Bags are designed to provide additional 
protection by supplementing the seat belts. Front 
air bags are not expected to reduce the risk of 
injury in rear, side, or rollover collisions. The front 
air bags will not deploy in all frontal collisions, 
including some that may produce substantial 
vehicle damage — for example, some pole 
collisions, truck underrides, and angle offset 
collisions.
WARNING!
Being too close to the steering wheel or instru
-
ment panel during front air bag deployment 
could cause serious injury, including death. Air 
bags need room to inflate. Sit back, comfort -
ably extending your arms to reach the steering 
wheel or instrument panel.
Never place a rear-facing child restraint in 
front of an air bag. A deploying passenger 
front air bag can cause death or serious injury 
to a child 12 years or younger, including a 
child in a rear-facing child restraint.
Never install a rear-facing child restraint in the 
front seat of a vehicle. Only use a rear-facing 
child restraint in the rear seat. If the vehicle 
does not have a rear seat, do not transport a 
rear-facing child restraint in that vehicle.
WARNING!
No objects should be placed over or near the 
air bag on the instrument panel or steering 
wheel because any such objects could cause 
harm if the vehicle is in a collision severe 
enough to cause the air bag to inflate.
Do not put anything on or around the air bag 
covers or attempt to open them manually. You 
may damage the air bags and you could be 
injured because the air bags may no longer be 
functional. The protective covers for the air 
bag cushions are designed to open only when 
the air bags are inflating.
Relying on the air bags alone could lead to 
more severe injuries in a collision. The air 
bags work with your seat belt to restrain you 
properly. In some collisions, air bags won’t 
deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even 
though you have air bags.
WARNING!
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On the other hand, depending on the type and 
location of impact, front air bags may deploy in 
crashes with little vehicle front-end damage but 
that produce a severe initial deceleration.
Because air bag sensors measure vehicle 
deceleration over time, vehicle speed and damage 
by themselves are not good indicators of whether 
or not an air bag should have deployed.
Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all 
collisions, and also are needed to help keep you in 
position, away from an inflating air bag.
When the Occupant Restraints Controller (ORC) 
detects a collision requiring the front air bags, it 
signals the inflator units. A large quantity of non-toxic 
gas is generated to inflate the front air bags.
The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper 
passenger side of the instrument panel separate 
and fold out of the way as the air bags inflate to 
their full size. The front air bags fully inflate in less 
time than it takes to blink your eyes. The front air 
bags then quickly deflate while helping to restrain 
the driver and front passenger.
Occupant Classification System (OCS) — 
Front Passenger Seat 
The Occupant Classification System (OCS) is part of a 
Federally regulated safety system for this vehicle. It is 
designed to provide Passenger Advanced Front Air 
Bag output appropriate to the occupant’s seated 
weight, as determined by the OCS.
 The Occupant Classification System (OCS) consists 
of the following:
Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)
Occupant Classification Module (OCM) and 
Sensor located in the front passenger seat
Air Bag Warning Light 
Occupant Classification Module (OCM) And Sensor
The Occupant Classification Module (OCM) is 
located underneath the front passenger seat. The 
Sensor is located beneath the passenger seat 
cushion foam. Any weight on the seat will be 
sensed by the Sensor. The OCM uses input from 
the Sensor to determine the front passenger’s 
most probable classification. The OCM 
communicates this information to the ORC. The 
ORC may reduce the inflation rate of the Passenger 
Advanced Front Air Bag deployment based on 
occupant classification. In order for the OCS to 
operate as designed, it is important for the front 
passenger to be seated properly and properly 
wearing the seat belt.
The OCS will NOT prevent deployment of the 
Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag. The OCS may 
reduce the inflation rate of the Passenger 
Advanced Front Air Bag if the OCS estimates that:
The front passenger seat is unoccupied or has 
very light objects on it; or
The front passenger seat is occupied by a small 
passenger, including a child; or
The front passenger seat is occupied by a 
rear-facing child restraint; or
The front passenger is not properly seated or his 
or her weight is taken off of the seat for a period 
of time.
* It is possible for a child to be classified as an 
adult, allowing a full-power Passenger Advanced 
Front Air Bag deployment. Never allow children to 
ride in the front passenger seat and never install a 
child restraint system, including a rear-facing child 
restraint, in the front passenger seat.
Front Passenger Seat  Occupant Status Front Passenger Air 
Bag Output
Rear-facing child 
restraint Reduced-power 
deployment
Child, including a child 
in a forward-facing 
child restraint or 
booster seat* Reduced-power 
deployment OR 
full-power deployment
Properly seated adult Full-power deployment 
OR reduced-power 
deployment
Unoccupied seat Reduced-power 
deployment
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SABICs may help reduce the risk of head and other 
injuries to front and rear seat outboard occupants 
in certain side impacts, in addition to the injury 
reduction potential provided by the seat belts and 
body structure.
The SABIC deploys downward, covering the side 
windows. An inflating SABIC pushes the outside 
edge of the headliner out of the way and covers the 
window. The SABICs inflate with enough force to 
injure occupants if they are not belted and seated 
properly, or if items are positioned in the area 
where the SABICs inflate. Children are at an even 
greater risk of injury from a deploying air bag.
The SABICs may help reduce the risk of partial or 
complete ejection of vehicle occupants through 
side windows in certain side impact events.
Side Impacts
The Side Air Bags are designed to activate in 
certain side impacts. The Occupant Restraint 
Controller (ORC) determines whether the 
deployment of the Side Air Bags in a particular 
impact event is appropriate, based on the severity 
and type of collision. The side impact sensors aid 
the ORC in determining the appropriate response 
to impact events. The system is calibrated to 
deploy the Side Air Bags on the impact side of the 
vehicle during impacts that require Side Air Bag 
occupant protection. In side impacts, the Side Air 
Bags deploy independently; a left side impact 
deploys the left Side Air Bags only and a right-side 
impact deploys the right Side Air Bags only. Vehicle 
damage by itself is not a good indicator of whether 
or not Side Air Bags should have deployed.The Side Air Bags will not deploy in all side 
collisions, including some collisions at certain 
angles, or some side collisions that do not impact 
the area of the passenger compartment. The Side 
Air Bags may deploy during angled or offset frontal 
collisions where the front air bags deploy.
Side Air Bags are a supplement to the seat belt 
restraint system. Side Air Bags deploy in less time 
than it takes to blink your eyes.
WARNING!
Do not mount equipment, or stack luggage or 
other cargo up high enough to block the 
deployment of the SABICs. The trim covering 
above the side windows where the SABIC and 
its deployment path are located should 
remain free from any obstructions.
In order for the SABICs to work as intended, do 
not install any accessory items in your vehicle 
which could alter the roof. Do not add an after
-
market sunroof to your vehicle. Do not add 
roof racks that require permanent attach -
ments (bolts or screws) for installation on the 
vehicle roof. Do not drill into the roof of the 
vehicle for any reason.
WARNING!
WARNING!
Occupants, including children, who are up 
against or very close to Side Air Bags can be 
seriously injured or killed. Occupants, 
including children, should never lean on or 
sleep against the door, side windows, or area 
where the side air bags inflate, even if they are 
in an infant or child restraint.
Seat belts (and child restraints where appro -
priate) are necessary for your protection in all 
collisions. They also help keep you in position, 
away from an inflating Side Air Bag. To get the 
best protection from the Side Air Bags, occu -
pants must wear their seat belts properly and 
sit upright with their backs against the seats. 
Children must be properly restrained in a child 
restraint or booster seat that is appropriate for 
the size of the child.
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NOTE:Air bag covers may not be obvious in the interior 
trim, but they will open during air bag deployment.
Rollover Events
Side Air Bags and seat belt pretensioners are 
designed to activate in certain rollover events. The 
Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines 
whether deployment in a particular rollover event 
is appropriate, based on the severity and type of 
collision. Vehicle damage by itself is not a good 
indicator of whether or not Side Air Bags and seat 
belt pretensioners should have deployed. The Side Air Bags and seat belt pretensioners will 
not deploy in all rollover events. The rollover 
sensing system determines if a rollover event may 
be in progress and whether deployment is 
appropriate. In the event the vehicle experiences a 
rollover or near rollover event, and deployment is 
appropriate, the rollover sensing system will deploy 
the side air bags and seat belt pretensioners on 
both sides of the vehicle.
The SABICs may help reduce the risk of partial or 
complete ejection of vehicle occupants through 
side windows in certain rollover or side impact 
events.
Air Bag System Components
NOTE:The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) monitors 
the internal circuits and interconnecting wiring 
associated with electrical Air Bag System Compo
-
nents listed below:
Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)
Air Bag Warning Light 
Steering Wheel and Column
Instrument Panel
Knee Impact Bolsters
Driver and Front Passenger Air Bags
Seat Belt Buckle Switch
Supplemental Side Air Bags
Supplemental Knee Air Bags
Front and Side Impact Sensors
Seat Belt Pretensioners
Seat Track Position Sensors
Occupant Classification System
If A Deployment Occurs 
The front air bags are designed to deflate 
immediately after deployment.
NOTE:Front and/or side air bags will not deploy in all colli -
sions. This does not mean something is wrong with 
the air bag system.
If you do have a collision which deploys the air 
bags, any or all of the following may occur:
The air bag material may sometimes cause 
abrasions and/or skin reddening to the occu -
pants as the air bags deploy and unfold. The 
abrasions are similar to friction rope burns or 
those you might get sliding along a carpet or 
gymnasium floor. They are not caused by 
contact with chemicals. They are not permanent 
and normally heal quickly. However, if you 
haven’t healed significantly within a few days, or 
if you have any blistering, see your doctor imme -
diately.
WARNING!
Side Air Bags need room to inflate. Do not lean 
against the door or window. Sit upright in the 
center of the seat.
Being too close to the Side Air Bags during 
deployment could cause you to be severely 
injured or killed.
Relying on the Side Air Bags alone could lead 
to more severe injuries in a collision. The Side 
Air Bags work with your seat belt to restrain 
you properly. In some collisions, Side Air Bags 
won’t deploy at all. Always wear your seat belt 
even though you have Side Air Bags.
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CHECKING OIL LEVEL     
To ensure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil 
must be maintained at the correct level. Check the 
oil level at regular intervals, such as every fuel 
stop. The best time to check the engine oil level is 
about five minutes after a fully warmed up engine 
is shut off.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground 
will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings.
There are four possible dipstick types:
Crosshatched zone.
Crosshatched zone marked SAFE.
Crosshatched zone marked with MIN at the low 
end of the range and MAX at the high end of the 
range.
Crosshatched zone marked with dimples at the 
MIN and the MAX ends of the range.
NOTE:Always maintain the oil level within the crosshatch 
markings on the dipstick.
Adding 1 qt (1.0 L) of oil when the reading is at the 
low end of the dipstick range will raise the oil level 
to the high end of the range marking.
NOTE:Always maintain the oil level within the crosshatch 
markings on the dipstick.
NOTE:Use care when filling under hood fluids such as 
engine oil, washer fluid, antifreeze, etc., to 
minimize spillage onto the top of the engine. Any 
excess fluid that is spilled onto the top of the 
engine should be removed using compressed air 
or an absorbent cloth.
ADDING WASHER FLUID  
The instrument cluster display will indicate when 
the washer fluid level is low. When the sensor 
detects a low fluid level, the Low Washer Fluid 
Warning Light will illuminate and the “Washer Fluid 
Low” message will display.
The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and 
the rear window washer is shared. The fluid 
reservoir is located in the engine compartment, be 
sure to check the fluid level at regular intervals. Fill 
the reservoir with windshield washer solvent only 
(not radiator antifreeze). When refilling the washer 
fluid reservoir, take some washer fluid and apply it 
to a cloth or towel and wipe clean the wiper blades, 
this will help blade performance. To prevent 
freeze-up of your windshield washer system in cold 
weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or 
exceeds the temperature range of your climate. 
This rating information can be found on most 
washer fluid containers.
NOTE:Use care when filling under hood fluids such as 
engine oil, washer fluid, antifreeze, etc., to 
minimize spillage onto the top of the engine. Any 
excess fluid that is spilled onto the top of the 
engine should be removed using compressed air 
or an absorbent cloth.
WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer 
solvents are flammable. They could ignite and 
burn you. Care must be exercised when filling or 
working around the washer solution.
CAUTION!
Do not travel with the windshield washer fluid 
reservoir empty: the windshield washers are 
essential for improving visibility.
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