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EXTERIOR LIGHTS ................................................42 Multifunction Lever ...................................... 42
Headlight Switch .......................................... 42
Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) .................. 43
High/Low Beam Switch ............................... 43
Automatic High Beam — If Equipped ......... 43
Flash-To-Pass ............................................... 44
Automatic Headlights ................................. 44
Parking Lights ............................................. 44
Headlights On With Wipers ......................... 44
Adaptive Bi-Xenon High Intensity
Discharge Headlights — If Equipped........... 44 Headlight Time Delay .................................. 45
Lights-On Reminder .................................... 45
Fog Lights — If Equipped ............................. 45
Turn Signals ................................................ 46
Lane Change Assist — If Equipped ............. 46
INTERIOR LIGHTS ................................................46
Courtesy Lights ............................................ 46
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS .............48
Wiper Operation ........................................... 48
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ........... 49
CLIMATE CONTROLS ...........................................50
Automatic Climate Control Overview .......... 50
Climate Control Functions ........................... 55
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ....... 55
Operating Tips ............................................. 56 WINDOWS ............................................................ 57
Power Window Controls .............................. 57
Wind Buffeting ............................................ 59
PANORAMIC SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ........... 59
Opening Sunroof .......................................... 59
Closing Sunroof............................................ 60
Wind Buffeting ............................................ 60
Opening Power Shade ................................. 60
Closing Power Shade................................... 61
Pinch Protect Feature.................................. 61
Sunroof Maintenance.................................. 61
Ignition Off Operation .................................. 61
HOOD ..................................................................... 61
To Open The Hood ...................................... 61
To Close The Hood ....................................... 62
TRUNK.................................................................... 62
Opening ........................................................ 62
Closing .......................................................... 63
Trunk Safety ................................................. 63
Cargo Area Features ................................... 64
LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ....... 65
GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED ........ 66 Before You Begin Programming
HomeLink® .................................................. 66 Canadian/Gate Operator Programming ..... 68
Using HomeLink®........................................ 69
Security......................................................... 69
Troubleshooting Tips ................................... 69
General Information .................................... 70 INTERNAL EQUIPMENT ........................................70
Storage ......................................................... 70
Cupholders .................................................. 72
Power Sunshade — If Equipped .................. 73
Electrical Power Outlets .............................. 74
Sunglasses Bin Door .................................. 75
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .......................................76
Instrument Cluster Descriptions ................ 77
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY .......................78
Location And Controls ................................. 78
Engine Oil Life Reset .................................. 79
Instrument Cluster Display Selectable
Menu Items .................................................. 80 Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode
Message — Electrical Load Reduction
Actions — If Equipped ................................. 83
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ..................84
Red Warning Lights ..................................... 85
Yellow Warning Lights ................................. 88
Yellow Indicator Lights ................................ 91
Green Indicator Lights ................................. 91
White Indicator Lights ................................. 92
Blue Indicator Lights ................................... 92
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ......93
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity ............................................... 93

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Service The ParkSense Park Assist
System ........................................................ 182 Cleaning The ParkSense System ..............182
ParkSense System Usage Precautions ....182
LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED ........................... 183
LaneSense Operation ................................183Turning LaneSense On Or Off ...................184LaneSense Warning Message ..................184
Changing LaneSense Status .....................186
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA ............. 186
REFUELING THE VEHICLE ................................. 188
Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release.........189
VEHICLE LOADING ............................................ 190
Vehicle Certification Label ........................ 190Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) .......190
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) ........... 190Overloading ................................................190
Loading ......................................................190
TRAILER TOWING .............................................. 191
Common Towing Definitions .....................191Trailer Hitch Classification ........................ 193Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer
Weight Ratings) .........................................194 Trailer And Tongue Weight .......................194
Towing Requirements ................................195Towing Tips ................................................197 RECREATIONAL TOWING
(BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) .......................... 198
DRIVING TIPS ...................................................... 198
Driving On Slippery Surfaces .................... 198
Driving Through Water .............................. 199
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS .......................201
ASSIST AND SOS MIRROR —
IF EQUIPPED ....................................................... 201General Information .................................. 205
BULB REPLACEMENT ........................................ 206
Replacement Bulbs ................................... 206
Replacing Exterior Bulbs ........................... 207
FUSES ..................................................................209
General Information .................................. 210Underhood Fuses ...................................... 210
Rear Interior Fuses .................................... 213
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ........................217
Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage ........... 218
Preparations For Jacking .......................... 218Jacking And Changing A Tire .................... 219
Road Tire Installation ................................ 222
JUMP STARTING ................................................ 222
Preparations For Jump Start ..................... 222Jump Starting Procedure .......................... 223 REFUELING IN EMERGENCY –
IF EQUIPPED ...................................................... 224
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ......................... 225
MANUAL PARK RELEASE ................................ 225
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ............................. 227
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ........................ 228 All Wheel Drive (AWD) Models .................. 229Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) Models ............. 229
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE
SYSTEM (EARS) ................................................. 230
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ....................... 230
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING .................................. 231
Maintenance Plan ..................................... 232
ENGINE COMPARTMENT .................................. 236
3.6L Engine ............................................... 236
5.7L Engine ............................................... 237
Checking Oil Level .................................... 238Adding Washer Fluid ................................. 238Maintenance-Free Battery ....................... 238Pressure Washing...................................... 239

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DEALER SERVICE .............................................. 239 Engine Oil .................................................. 240Engine Oil Filter ..........................................241Engine Air Cleaner Filter ...........................241
Air Conditioner Maintenance ...................242Accessory Drive Belt Inspection................243Body Lubrication ........................................244
Windshield Wiper Blades ..........................244
Exhaust System .........................................246
Cooling System .........................................247
Brake System ............................................250
Automatic Transmission ...........................251
All Wheel Drive (AWD) — If Equipped .......253
Rear Axle ....................................................253
RAISING THE VEHICLE ...................................... 253
TIRES ................................................................... 253
Tire Safety Information .............................253Tires — General Information .....................261Tire Types ...................................................265
Spare Tires — If Equipped .........................266
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ....................268
Tire Chains and Traction Devices .............269
Tire Rotation Recommendations .............270 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES .................. 270
Treadwear .................................................. 270
Traction Grades ......................................... 271
Temperature Grades ................................. 271
VEHICLE STORAGE .............................................271
BODYWORK ........................................................ 272
Protection From Atmospheric Agents....... 272
Body And Underbody Maintenance .......... 272Preserving The Bodywork .......................... 272
INTERIORS ......................................................... 273
Seats And Fabric Parts .............................. 273
Plastic And Coated Parts ........................... 274
Leather Parts ............................................. 274
Glass Surfaces .......................................... 274
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
IDENTIFICATION DATA .......................................275Vehicle Identification Number .................. 275
BRAKE SYSTEM ................................................. 275
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................ 275
Torque Specifications ................................ 275 FUEL REQUIREMENTS ...................................... 276
3.6L Engine ................................................ 276
5.7L Engine ................................................ 276
Reformulated Gasoline ............................ 277Materials Added To Fuel ........................... 277
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ..................... 277
Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel
Vehicles ...................................................... 278 CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications .. 278MMT In Gasoline........................................ 278
Fuel System Cautions................................ 279
Carbon Monoxide Warnings...................... 279
FLUID CAPACITIES ............................................ 280
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ............................... 281
Engine ........................................................ 281
Chassis ...................................................... 283MULTIMEDIA
UCONNECT SYSTEMS ....................................... 284
CYBERSECURITY ............................................... 284
UCONNECT SETTINGS ...................................... 285 Customer Programmable Features —
Uconnect 4C/4C NAV Settings ................ 285

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engine cooling system is operating satis-
factorily.
The gauge pointer will likely indicate a
higher temperature when driving in hot
weather, up mountain grades, or when
towing a trailer. It should not be allowed
to exceed the upper limits of the normal
operating range. 5. Fuel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the
fuel tank when the Keyless Push Button
Ignition is in the ON/RUN position.
 The fuel pump symbol points
to the side of the vehicle where
the fuel door is located.
For further information refer to “Refueling
The Vehicle” in “Starting And Operating.”
NOTE:
The warning / indicator Lights will briefly illumi -
nate for a bulb check when the ignition is first
cycled.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
Your vehicle is equipped with an instrument
cluster display, which offers useful information
to the driver. With the ignition in the OFF mode,
opening/closing of a door will activate the
display for viewing, and display the total miles,
or kilometers, in the odometer. Your instrument
cluster display is designed to display important
information about your vehicle’s systems and
features. Using a driver interactive display
located on the instrument panel, your
instrument cluster display can show you how systems are working and give you warnings
when they are not. The steering wheel mounted
controls allow you to scroll through the main
menus and submenus. You can access the
specific information you want and make
selections and adjustments.
LOCATION AND CONTROLS
The instrument cluster display features an
interactive display which is located in the
instrument cluster.
This system conveniently allows the driver to
select a variety of useful information by pushing
the arrow buttons located on the left side of the
steering wheel. The instrument cluster display
menu items consist of the following:
Speedometer
Vehicle Info
Driver Assist — If Equipped
Fuel Economy
Trip
Audio
Messages
Screen Setup
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous.
You or others could be badly burned by steam
or boiling coolant. You may want to call an
authorized dealer for service if your vehicle
overheats.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system
could damage your vehicle. If the
temperature gauge reads “H,” pull over and
stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air
conditioner turned off until the pointer drops
back into the normal range. If the pointer
remains on the “H,” turn the engine off
immediately and call an authorized dealer for
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Instrument Cluster Display Controls

Up And Down Arrow Buttons:
Using the up or down arrow buttons allows
you to cycle through the Main Menu Items.
Changes the Main Screen area and Menu Title
area.
Left And Right Arrow Buttons:
Using the left or right arrow button allows
you to cycle through the submenu items of the
Main menu item.
NOTE:
Holding the up / down or left / right arrow button will loop the user through the
currently selected menu or options
presented on the screen.
Upon returning to a main menu, the last
submenu screen viewed within that main
menu will be displayed.
OK Button:
For Digital Speedometer:
Pushing the OK button changes units (mph or
km/h).
For Screen Setup:
OK button allows user to enter menu and
submenus.
Within each submenu layer, the up and
down arrow buttons will allow the user to
select the item of interest.
Pushing the OK button makes the selection.
A confirmation screen will appear, returning
the user to the first page of the submenu.
Pushing the left arrow button will exit each
submenu layer and return to the main menu.
For the Trip and Fuel Economy menus:
Information is reset by pushing and holding
the OK button.
ENGINE OIL LIFE RESET
Oil Change Required
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil
change indicator system. The “Oil Change
Required” message will display in the
instrument cluster display for five seconds after
a single chime has sounded, to indicate the next
scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil
change indicator system is duty cycle based,
which means the engine oil change interval may
fluctuate, dependent upon your personal
driving style.
Unless reset, this message will continue to
display each time you place the ignition in the
ON/RUN position. To turn off the message
temporarily, push and release the OK or arrow
buttons. To reset the oil change indicator
system (after performing the scheduled
maintenance), refer to the following procedure.
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Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go —
Ignition
Use the steering wheel instrument cluster
display controls for the following procedure(s):

1. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the
ENGINE START/STOP button and place the
ignition in the ON/RUN position (do not
start the engine).

2. Push and release the down arrow button
to scroll downward through the main menu
to “Vehicle Info.”
3. Push and release the right arrow button
to access the ”Oil Life” screen.
4. Push and hold the OK button to reset oil life.
If conditions are met, the gauge and
numeric display will update to show 100%.
If conditions are not met a pop-up message
of "To reset oil life engine must be off with
ignition in run" will be displayed (for five
seconds), and the user will remain at the Oil
Life screen. 5. Push and release the
up or down
arrow button to exit the submenu screen.
NOTE:
If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the oil change indicator
system did not reset. If necessary, repeat this
procedure.
Secondary Method Of Resetting Engine Oil Life

1. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE START/STOP button and place the
ignition to the ON/RUN position (do not
start the engine).

2. Fully press the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times within ten seconds.
3. Without pushing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE START/STOP button once to return
the ignition to the OFF/LOCK position.
NOTE:
If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the oil change indicator
system did not reset. If necessary, repeat this
procedure.INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
S
ELECTABLE MENU ITEMS
Push and release the up or down arrow
button until the desired Selectable Menu item is
displayed in the instrument cluster display.
Follow the Menu or submenu prompts as
desired.
Speedometer
Push and release the OK button to toggle
between mph and km/h.
Vehicle Info
The Vehicle Info consists of the following
submenu (pushing the left or right arrow
button will allow you to scroll through the
submenu):
Tire Pressure Monitor
Coolant Temperature
Transmission Temperature
Oil Temperature
Oil Pressure
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Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” in “In Case
Of Emergency” for further information.
Oil Pressure Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to
indicate low engine oil pressure. If the
light turns on while driving, stop the
vehicle, shut off the engine as soon as
possible, and contact an authorized dealer. A
chime will sound when this light turns on.
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is
corrected. This light does not indicate how
much oil is in the engine. The engine oil level
must be checked under the hood.
Oil Temperature Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to
indicate the engine oil temperature is
high. If the light turns on while driving,
stop the vehicle and shut off the
engine as soon as possible. Wait for oil
temperature to return to normal levels.
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
This warning light indicates when the
driver or passenger seat belt is
unbuckled. When the ignition is first
placed in the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/ RUN position and if the driver’s seat belt is
unbuckled, a chime will sound and the light will
turn on. When driving, if the driver or front
passenger seat belt remains unbuckled, the
Seat Belt Reminder Light will flash or remain on
continuously and a chime will sound.
Refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems” in
“Safety” for further information.
Transmission Temperature Warning Light
— If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate to
warn of a high transmission fluid
temperature. This may occur with
strenuous usage such as trailer
towing. If this light turns on, stop the vehicle and
run the engine at idle or slightly faster, with the
transmission in PARK or NEUTRAL, until the
light turns off. Once the light turns off, you may
continue to drive normally.
Trunk Open Warning Light
This indicator will illuminate when the
trunk is open and not fully closed.
NOTE:
If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a
single chime.
Vehicle Security Warning Light — If
Equipped
This light will flash at a fast rate for
approximately 15 seconds when the
vehicle security alarm is arming, and
then will flash slowly until the vehicle
is disarmed.
WARNING!
If you continue operating the vehicle when
the Transmission Temperature Warning Light
is illuminated you could cause the fluid to boil
over, come in contact with hot engine or
exhaust components and cause a fire.
CAUTION!
Continuous driving with the Transmission
Temperature Warning Light illuminated will
eventually cause severe transmission
damage or transmission failure.
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EXHAUST GAS 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, damaged, deteriorated, or
mispositioned parts. Open seams or loose
connections could permit exhaust fumes to
seep into the passenger compartment. In
addition, inspect the exhaust system each time
the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil
change. Replace as required.
SAFETY CHECKS YOU SHOULD MAKE
I
NSIDE 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 webbing,
etc.). If there is any question regarding seat belt
or retractor condition, replace the seat belt.
Air Bag Warning Light
The Air Bag warning light will 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 an authorized dealer as soon as
possible. After the bulb check, this light will
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.
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 eventually 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.
WARNING! (Continued)
If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle
with the engine running, adjust your
heating or cooling controls to force outside
air into the vehicle. Set the blower at high
speed.
WARNING! (Continued)
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ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the
drivetrain (engine, transmission, clutch, and
rear axle) in your new vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles
(500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km),
speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are
desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration
within the limits of local traffic laws contributes
to a good break-in. However, wide-open throttle
acceleration in low gear can be detrimental and
should be avoided.
The engine oil, transmission fluid, and axle
lubricant installed at the factory are high-quality
and energy-conserving. Oil, fluid, and lubricant
changes should be consistent with anticipated
climate and conditions under which vehicle
operations will occur. For the recommended
viscosity and quality grades, refer to “Fluids And
Lubricants” in “Technical Specifications”. NOTE:
A new engine may consume some oil during its
first few thousand miles (kilometers) of opera
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tion. This should be considered a normal part of
the break-in and not interpreted as an indica -
tion of difficulty. Please check your oil level with
the engine oil indicator often during the break in
period. Add oil as required.
PARKING BRAKE
Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the
parking brake is fully applied and place the gear
selector in the PARK position.
The foot operated parking brake is located
below the lower left corner of the instrument
panel. To apply the parking brake, firmly push
the parking brake pedal fully. To release the
parking brake, press the parking brake pedal a
second time and let your foot up as you feel the
brake disengage.
Parking Brake

When the parking brake is applied with the
ignition switch in the ON/RUN position, the
Brake Warning Light in the instrument cluster
will illuminate.
NOTE:
When the parking brake is applied and the
transmission is placed in gear, the Brake
Warning Light will flash. If vehicle speed is
detected, a chime will sound to alert the
driver. Fully release the parking brake before
attempting to move the vehicle.
This light only shows that the parking brake is
applied. It does not show the degree of brake
application.CAUTION!

Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight
Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result.

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CAUTION!
Always check the depth of the standing
water before driving through it. Never drive
through standing water that is deeper than
the bottom of the tire rims mounted on the
vehicle.
Determine the condition of the road or the
path that is under water and if there are any
obstacles in the way before driving through
the standing water.
Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when
driving through standing water. This will
minimize wave effects.
Driving through standing water may cause
damage to your vehicle’s drivetrain compo -
nents. Always 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 appears
contaminated, as this may result in further
damage. Such damage is not covered by
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
CAUTION! (Continued)
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 Warranty.
CAUTION! (Continued)

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