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SWIVEL SEAT — IF EQUIPPED
The swivel seat lever is located at the lower front inboard
side of the seat. The seat may be turned through 180°
toward the seat on the opposite side and approximately
35° toward the door. The seat may be locked in the
driving position or at the 180° position. To swivel the
seat, pull the swivel seat lever outward, turn the seat to
the desired position and release the lever. The swivel seat
back lever is located at the lower front outboard side of
the seat, to tilt the seat back forward or rearward.
If the vehicle is equipped with interlocking swivel seats,
the seats must be locked in facing forward position while
driving. If the seats are not in the correct position, a
warning will display in the EVIC.If the driver or the passenger seats are not locked in
facing forward position before the first vehicle move-
ment, the Transmission is forced in Neutral position until
the seats are both locked in facing forward position.
When the seats are not in the right position and the first
vehicle movement after the cranking is attempted, a
chime and a text message will appear in EVIC. Rotate
and lock the swivel seats in the correct position before
trying again.
If the driver or the passenger seats are not locked in
facing forward position during the first vehicle move-
ment, a text message will be visualized in the EVIC and
an intermittent chime will sound until key-off or until the
swivel seats are locked in facing forward position. Stop
and move the swivel seats in the correct position before
proceeding.
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If a fault is present in the system and it is not possible to
check the correct position of the swivel seats, a text
message and the generic warning light appears in the EVIC
to inform you about the failure. In these conditions, check
the status of the swivel seats and do not drive the vehicle
until the swivel seats are locked in facing forward position.ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL
When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over
accelerator operations at speeds greater than 15 mph
(25 km/h) up to the maximum speed of 105 mph
(170 km/h).
The Electronic Speed Control Lever is located on the left
side of the steering column.
Swivel Seat Lever
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Brake Warning Light
Red Telltale LightWhat It Means
Brake Warning Light
This light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake ap-
plication. If the brake light turns on it may indicate that the parking brake is applied, that the
brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with the anti-lock brake system reservoir.
If the light remains on when the parking brake has been disengaged, and the fluid level is at
the full mark on the master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake hydraulic system
malfunction or that a problem with the Brake Booster has been detected by the Anti-Lock
Brake System (ABS) / Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system. In this case, the light will re-
main on until the condition has been corrected. If the problem is related to the brake booster,
the ABS pump will run when applying the brake, and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt
during each stop.
The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capacity in the event of a failure to a por-
tion of the hydraulic system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is indicated by the
Brake Warning Light, which will turn on when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has
dropped below a specified level.
The light will remain on until the cause is corrected.
NOTE:
The light may flash momentarily during sharp cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level
conditions. The vehicle should have service performed, and the brake fluid level checked.
If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is necessary.
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WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is
dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed.
It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have
a collision. Have the vehicle checked immediately.
Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force
Distribution (EBD). In the event of an EBD failure, the
Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS
Light. Immediate repair to the ABS system is required. Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by
turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the
ON/RUN position. The light should illuminate for ap-
proximately two seconds. The light should then turn off
unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is
detected. If the light does not illuminate, have the light
inspected by an authorized dealer.
The light also will turn on when the parking brake is
applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi-
tion.
NOTE:
This light shows only that the parking brake is
applied. It does not show the degree of brake application.
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Vehicle Security Indicator Light
Yellow TelltaleLight What It Means
Vehicle Security Indicator Light
If during starting, the key code is not correctly recognized, the Vehicle Security Light comes
on in the instrument panel. In this case, turn the key to OFF and then to ON/RUN; if it is
still locked, try again with the other keys that come with the vehicle. Contact an authorized
dealer if you still cannot start the engine.
If with the engine running the warning light flashes, this means that the car is not protected
by the engine inhibitor device. Contact an authorized dealer to have all the keys pro-
grammed.
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Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Indicator Light
Yellow TelltaleLight What It Means
Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Indicator Light
This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). The light will turn on when the igni-
tion switch is placed in the ON/RUN position and may stay on for as long as four seconds.
If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, then the Anti-Lock portion of the
brake system is not functioning and service is required. However, the conventional brake
system will continue to operate normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on.
If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the
benefits of Anti-Lock Brakes. If the ABS light does not turn on when the ignition switch is
placed in the ON/RUN position, have the light inspected by an authorized dealer.
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Glow Plug Indicator Light — If Equipped
Yellow TelltaleLight What It Means
Glow Plug Indicator Light
This vehicle will inhibit engine cranking when the transmission oil temperature is less than
–22° F (–30° C) and the oil temperature sensor reading indicates an engine block heater has
not been used. The Glow Plug light will flash during in cold weather for up to 10 seconds.
An externally powered electric engine block heater is available as optional equipment or
from your authorized dealer.
Turning the ignition key to the ON/RUN position illuminates the Glow Plug Light, the light
will turn off when glow plugs reach the established temperature. You can start the engine
immediately after the light turns off.
A blinking Glow Plug Light (together with a display message) indicates a failure on glow
plugs. Please see your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
STARTING PROCEDURES .................53
▫ Normal Starting Procedure ................54
▫ Starting Fluids ........................55
▫ Extreme Cold Weather ...................56
 NORMAL OPERATION ...................57
▫ Cold Weather Precautions ................57
▫ Engine Idling .........................59
▫ Stopping The Engine ...................59
▫ Cooling System Tips — Automated Manual
Transmission .........................60 
ENGINE BLOCK/TRANSMISSION HEATER —
IF EQUIPPED ..........................61
 AUTOMATED MANUAL TRANSMISSION .....62
▫ Gear Ranges .........................64
▫ Parking The Vehicle .....................70
▫ Instrument Cluster Messages ..............72
▫ Towing The Vehicle .....................76
 FUEL REQUIREMENTS ...................76
▫ Fuel Specifications .....................78
▫ Biodiesel Fuel Requirements ...............79
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, both inside
and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.
The starter is allowed to crank for up to 10-second
intervals. Waiting a few minutes between such intervals
will protect the starter from overheating.
WARNING!
•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. Chil-
dren should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the transmission gear selec-
tor.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or
in a location accessible to children). A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move
the vehicle.
NOTE: Engine start up in very low ambient temperature
could result in evident white smoke. This condition will
disappear as the engine warms up.
CAUTION!
If the “Generic Warning Light” remains on and a
“Service Fuel Filter” message displays, DO NOT
START engine before you drain the water from the
fuel filter housing to avoid engine damage. Please
see your authorized dealer for draining the fuel
filter/water separator and fuel filter replacement.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key
fob 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 gear selector/shift lever. Do not leave the key
fob in or near the vehicle (or in a location accessible
to children), A child could operate power windows,
other controls, or move the vehicle.
Extreme Cold Weather
This vehicle has three heating elements; one engine block
heater (a resistance heater installed in the water jacket of
the engine) and two transmission heaters (one resistance heater installed under the oil reservoir of the hydraulic
actuation system and one on the differential cover of the
transmission). They require a 110–115 Volt AC electrical
outlet with a grounded, three-wire extension cord. Their
use is recommended for environments that routinely fall
below -10°F (-23°C). They should be used when the
vehicle has not been running overnight or longer periods
and should be plugged in two hours prior to start. Their
use is required for cold starts with temperatures under
-17°F (-27°C).
NOTE:
The engine is designed to work at an ambient
temperature ranging from -22°F to + 122°F (-30°C to +
50C°). Rubber, pipes, timing belt cover and electronic
devices are not designed to work out of this range.
In the case of LOW temperature after Starting, the Auto-
mated Manual Transmission may not be able to engage
first gear. In this case a message Shift not allowed
appears. In this situation use the engine block heater.
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