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EXTERIOR LIGHTS ..............................................................54Multifunction Lever ..................................................... 54
Headlight Switch ......................................................... 55
Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) — If Equipped.......... 55
High/Low Beam Switch .............................................. 56
Automatic High Beam — If Equipped ........................ 56
Flash-To-Pass .............................................................. 56
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ......................... 56
Headlights On With Wipers —If Equipped .................. 56
Headlight Time Delay — If Equipped .......................... 56
Lights-On Reminder .................................................... 57
Front Fog Lights — If Equipped .................................. 57
Turn Signals................................................................. 57
Lane Change Assist — If Equipped............................. 57
Battery Saver .............................................................. 57
INTERIOR LIGHTS ...............................................................58 Interior Courtesy Lights .............................................. 58
WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHERS .............................59 Windshield Wiper Operation....................................... 59
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ........................... 60
Rear Wiper And Washer ............................................. 60
CLIMATE CONTROLS .........................................................60 Automatic Climate Control Descriptions
And Functions.............................................................. 61
Manual Climate Control Descriptions
And Functions.............................................................. 66
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) —
If Equipped ................................................................. 70
Climate Voice Commands .......................................... 70
Operating Tips ............................................................ 70 INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT ............................ 71
Storage ......................................................................... 71
Lighted Cupholders — If Equipped..............................74
Sun Screens — If Equipped ......................................... 74
USB/AUX Control ........................................................ 74
Power Outlets .............................................................. 75
Power Inverter — If Equipped ..................................... 77
Wireless Charging Pad — If Equipped......................... 77
WINDOWS............................................................................ 78 Power Windows............................................................ 78
Automatic Window Features ....................................... 79
Reset Auto-Up .............................................................. 79
Wind Buffeting ............................................................. 79
PANORAMIC SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED .......................... 80 Opening And Closing The Sunroof ..............................80
Opening And Closing The Power Sunshade —
If Equipped ................................................................... 81
Pinch Protect Feature.................................................. 81
Venting Sunroof ........................................................... 81
Ignition Off Operation .................................................. 81
Sunroof Maintenance.................................................. 81
HOOD.................................................................................... 82 Opening ........................................................................ 82
Closing .......................................................................... 82
LIFTGATE .............................................................................. 83 To Unlock/Open The Liftgate ......................................83
To Lock/Close The Liftgate ......................................... 83
Power Liftgate — If Equipped ......................................83
Hands-Free Liftgate — If Equipped ............................. 84
Cargo Area Features ................................................... 86 STOW ‘N PLACE ROOF RACK — IF EQUIPPED ............... 90
Deploying The Crossbars ............................................ 91
Stowing The Crossbars ............................................... 92
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ..................................................... 94 Instrument Cluster Descriptions ................................ 96
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY .................................... 97 Instrument Cluster Display Location And Controls ... 97
Engine Oil Life ............................................................. 98
KeySense Cluster Messages — If Equipped .............. 98
Instrument Cluster Display Menu Items ................... 99
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message —
Electrical Load Reduction Actions — If Equipped ... 101
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ..............................102 Red Warning Lights ................................................... 102
Yellow Warning Lights ............................................... 105Yellow Indicator Lights .............................................. 107Green Indicator Lights............................................... 107White Indicator Lights ............................................... 108Blue Indicator Lights ................................................. 109
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ................... 109 Onboard Diagnostic System
(OBD II) Cybersecurity ............................................... 109
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ....................................................................... 110

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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING ................................................ 259
Maintenance Plan ..................................................... 260
ENGINE COMPARTMENT................................................. 262 3.6L Engine ............................................................... 262
Checking Oil Level ..................................................... 263
Adding Washer Fluid ................................................ 263Maintenance-Free Battery ....................................... 263
Pressure Washing ..................................................... 264
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ................................................ 264 Engine Oil .................................................................. 264
Engine Oil Filter ......................................................... 265
Engine Air Cleaner Filter .......................................... 265
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ............................... 265
Air Conditioner Maintenance ................................... 266
Body Lubrication ....................................................... 268Windshield Wiper Blades.......................................... 268
Exhaust System ........................................................ 270
Cooling System.......................................................... 271
Brake System ........................................................... 273
Automatic Transmission .......................................... 274
Fuses ......................................................................... 275
Bulb Replacement .................................................... 282
TIRES ................................................................................ 283 Tire Safety Information ............................................ 283
Tires — General Information .................................... 291
Tire Types................................................................... 294
Spare Tires — If Equipped ........................................ 295Wheel And Wheel Trim Care .................................... 296
Snow Traction Devices ............................................ 297
Tire Rotation Recommendations ............................. 298 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE
QUALITY GRADES ........................................................... 298
Treadwear ................................................................. 298Traction Grades ........................................................ 299Temperature Grades ................................................ 299
STORING THE VEHICLE ................................................... 299
BODYWORK ...................................................................... 300 Protection From Atmospheric Agents ...................... 300Body And Underbody Maintenance ......................... 300
Preserving The Bodywork ......................................... 300
INTERIORS ....................................................................... 301 Seats And Fabric Parts ............................................. 301
Plastic And Coated Parts .......................................... 301Leather Surfaces ...................................................... 302
Glass Surfaces ......................................................... 302
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)..................... 303
BRAKE SYSTEM ............................................................... 303
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .............. 303 Torque Specifications ............................................... 303
FUEL REQUIREMENTS ..................................................... 304 3.6L Engine ............................................................... 304Reformulated Gasoline ........................................... 304Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends .................................... 304Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles ............ 305
CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications.................. 305
Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
(MMT) In Gasoline .................................................... 305
Materials Added To Fuel .......................................... 305Fuel System Cautions ............................................... 305
FLUID CAPACITIES .......................................................... 306
ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS .............................. 306
CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ............................ 307
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR
VEHICLE ............................................................................308 Prepare For The Appointment .................................. 308
Prepare A List ............................................................ 308Be Reasonable With Requests ................................. 308
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE ..............................................308 Roadside Assistance ................................................. 308
FCA US LLC Customer Center ................................... 309
FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center........................... 309
Mexico ........................................................................ 310
Puerto Rico And US Virgin Islands............................ 310
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech
Impaired(TDD/TTY).................................................... 310
Service Contract ........................................................ 310
WARRANTY INFORMATION.............................................310
MOPAR® PARTS ..............................................................311
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ......................................311 In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C........ 311
In Canada................................................................... 311
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS .......................................311
CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP OR ADDRESS.......................312
GENERAL INFORMATION................................................. 312

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Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
Úpage 104
Hood Open Warning Light
Úpage 104
Liftgate Open Warning Light
Úpage 104
Oil Pressure Warning Light
Úpage 104
Oil Temperature Warning Light
Úpage 104
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
Úpage 104
Transmission Temperature Warning Light
Úpage 104
Vehicle Security Warning Light
Úpage 105
Red Warning Lights
Yellow Warning Lights
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Fault Warning Light
Úpage 105
Electric Park Brake Warning Light
Úpage 105
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
Úpage 105
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active Warning Light
Úpage 105
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Warning Light
Úpage 105
LaneSense Warning Light
Úpage 105
Low Fuel Warning Light
Úpage 105
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light
Úpage 106
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LED Indicator Status:
No Light: Charging pad is idle or searching for a device.
 Blue Light: Device is detected and is charging.
 Red Light/Flashing: Internal error or foreign object is
detected.
Important Notes Regarding This Vehicle’s Wireless
Charging Pad:
 The wireless charging pad will not work if any of the
four doors or the liftgate are open, even if the engine is
running.
 Wireless charging is not as fast as when the phone is
connected to a wired charger.
 The phone’s protective case must be removed when
placed on the wireless charging pad.
 iPhone® 12 (including iPod®) is equipped with soft -
ware to protect the device from overheating. When the
software is active, the rate of charge is slowed down to
protect the device.
 Phones must always be placed on the wireless
charging pad within the outline shown on the pad so
that its charging parts connect with the charging coils
of the system. Movement of the phone during charging
may prevent or slow the rate of charge.
 Having multiple applications open on the phone while
charging will reduce the charging efficiency, and may
even shut down an application that is actively running
(i.e. Apple CarPlay®). This may also cause the phone to
overheat.
 Wireless chargers may implement certain methods to
prevent the phone from overheating during charging
such as slowing down the rate of charge. In certain instances, the device may shut down for a brief period
of time (when the device reaches a certain tempera
-
ture). If this happens, it does not mean there is a fault
with the wireless charing pad. This may just be a
protective measure to prevent damage to the phone.
WINDOWS
POWER WINDOWS
The window switches on the driver’s door trim panel
control all of the door windows.

Driver’s Power Window Controls

The driver may lock out the rear power windows by
pushing the bar control just below the power window
controls.

Window Lockout Switch

The window switches will operate only when the ignition is
in the ACC or ON/RUN position and during power
accessory delay.
NOTE:Power Window controls will also remain active for up to
10 minutes after the ignition has been placed in the OFF
position, depending upon the accessory delay setting.
Opening a front door will cancel this feature.
There is a single control on the front passenger’s door trim
panel which operates the passenger door window and a
set of controls that lock and unlock all doors. The controls
will operate only when the ignition is in the ACC or ON/RUN
position and during power accessory delay.
CAUTION!
The key fob should not be placed on the charging pad
or within 6 inches (15 cm) of it. Doing so can cause
excessive heat buildup and damage to the fob. Placing
the fob in close proximity of the charging pad blocks the
fob from being detected by the vehicle and prevents the
vehicle from starting.

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
Use this QR code to access your digital
experience.

1. Tachometer

Indicates the engine speed in
revolutions per minute (RPM x
1000).
2. Instrument Cluster Display When the appropriate conditions exist, this display
shows the instrument cluster display messages
Úpage 97.
 The display shows one of the main menu items
after the ignition is turned/placed on.
3. Speedometer Indicates vehicle speed. 4. Temperature Gauge
The temperature gauge shows engine coolant
temperature. Any reading within the normal range
indicates that the engine cooling system is oper -
ating satisfactorily.
 The gauge can indicate a higher temperature
when driving in hot weather or up mountain
grades. It should not be allowed to exceed the
upper limits of the normal operating range. 5. Fuel Gauge
The gauge shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank
when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN posi -
tion.
 The fuel pump symbol points to the
side of the vehicle where the fuel door
is located.
NOTE:The hard telltales will illuminate for a bulb check when the
ignition is first cycled.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
Úpage 271.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage
your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reaches “H” pull
over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air
conditioner turned off until the gauge drops back into
the normal range and is no longer red. If the gauge
remains on the “H”, turn the engine off immediately
and call an authorized dealer for service.

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Back / Left Arrow Button
Push and release the left arrow button to access
the information screens or submenu screens of a main
menu item.
 Up Arrow Button
Push and release the up arrow button to scroll
upward through the Main Menu items.
 Right Arrow Button
Push and release the right arrow button to access
the information screens or submenu screens of a main
menu item.
 Down Arrow Button
Push and release the down arrow button to scroll
downward through the Main Menu items.
 OK Button
Push the OK button to access/select the information
screens or submenu screens of a Main Menu item.
Push and hold the OK button for two seconds to reset
displayed/selected features that can be reset.
ENGINE OIL LIFE
Use this QR code to access your digital
experience.
 Your vehicle is equipped with an
engine oil change indicator system.
The “Oil Change Required”
message will display for approxi -
mately five seconds after a single
chime has sounded, to indicate it is
time to change the engine oil. 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 the ignition is cycled to the ON/RUN position.
 To reset the oil change indicator after performing the
scheduled maintenance, refer to the following proce -
dure.
NOTE:This procedure should only be performed after scheduled
maintenance is completed. Resetting oil life other than
when associated with a scheduled maintenance may
result in damage due to not properly maintaining the
engine oil.
Oil Life Reset

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 vehicle.)

2. Push the OK button to enter the instrument cluster
display menu screen.
3. Push and release the down arrow button to
access the ”Vehicle Info” menu screen.
4. Push the left arrow button or right arrow button
to access the “Oil Life” submenu.
5. Hold the OK button to reset the “Oil Life” to 100%.
6. Push the up arrow button to exit the instrument
cluster display menu screen. Secondary Method For Oil Life Reset Procedure

1. Without pushing the brake pedal, place the ignition
in the ON/RUN position (do not start the engine).

2. Fully press the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times within 10 seconds.
3. Without pushing the brake pedal, place the ignition in the OFF 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.
KEYSENSE CLUSTER MESSAGES —
I
F EQUIPPED
When the KeySense key is in use there will be:
 Continuous, dedicated telltale
 Unique Display Splash Screen
With KeySense in use there will be multiple associated
messages shown in the following table:
Setting Instrument Cluster Display
Message
None – With vehicle ignition ON “KeySense in use. Max
vehicle speed set to xx MPH/or km/h”

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Oil Life
Displays the remaining engine oil life as a percentage.
To reset the Oil Life, you must hold the OK button. The
“Hold OK to Reset” instruction will be displayed at all
times, but the following conditions will need to be met in
order to reset Oil Life:
 The ignition must be in the ON/RUN position.
If the conditions are met, holding the OK button will reset
the gauge and the numeric display will return to 100%.
If the conditions are not met, a pop-up message will
display for five seconds, describing the required
conditions, and then the Oil Life screen will reappear.
Battery Voltage
Displays the actual battery voltage.
Engine Hours — If Equipped
Displays the number of hours of engine operation.
Driver Assist — If Equipped
Push and release the up or down arrow button until
the Driver Assist display icon is highlighted in the
instrument cluster display.
 Adaptive Cruise Control
 LaneSense
Fuel Economy
Push and release the up or down arrow button until
the Fuel Economy Menu item is highlighted in the
instrument cluster display. The Fuel Economy Menu will
display the following: 
Two submenu pages that can be toggled between
using the left and right arrow buttons; one with
Current Value displayed and one without the Current
Value displayed:
 Average Fuel Economy (MPG, L/100 km, or km/L)
 Range To Empty (miles or km)
 Current Fuel Economy (MPG, L/100 km, or km/L)
 The Max and Min values will correspond to the
particular engine requirements
 Hold OK to reset average fuel economy information.
Trip Info
Push and release the up or down arrow button until
the Trip Menu item is highlighted in the instrument cluster
display. Push the left or right arrow button to scroll
through the Trip A and Trip B submenus. The Trip
information will display the following:
 Distance
 Average Fuel Economy
 Elapsed Time
Hold the OK button to reset feature information.
Stop / Start – If Equipped
Push and release the up or down arrow button until
the Stop/Start menu title is displayed in the instrument
cluster display.
Audio
Push and release the up or down arrow button until
the Audio Menu displays in the instrument cluster display.
Messages
Push and release the up or down arrow button until
Messages is highlighted in the instrument cluster display.
This feature shows the number of stored warning
messages. Pushing the right arrow button will allow you
to see what the stored messages are.
NOTE:The pop-up messages indicate the status of the system
and/or the conditions that need to be met. Messages
remain in the stored stack until condition is cleared.
Screen Setup
Push and release the up or down arrow button until
the Screen Setup Menu displays in the instrument cluster
display. Push and release the OK button to enter the
submenus. The Screen Setup feature allows you to
change what information is displayed in the instrument
cluster as well as the location that information is
displayed.

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Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning
Light
This warning light will illuminate to indicate a
problem with the ETC system. If a problem is
detected while the vehicle is running, the light
will either stay on or flash depending on the
nature of the problem. Cycle the ignition when the vehicle
is safely and completely stopped and the transmission is
placed in the PARK (P) position. The light should turn off.
If the light remains on with the vehicle running, your
vehicle will usually be drivable; however, see an
authorized dealer for service as soon as possible.
NOTE:This light may turn on if the accelerator and brake pedals
are pressed at the same time.
If the light continues to flash when the vehicle is running,
immediate service is required and you may experience
reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle, or engine
stall and your vehicle may require towing. The light will
come on when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or
ACC/ON/RUN position and remain on briefly as a bulb
check. If the light does not come on during starting, have
the system checked by an authorized dealer.
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning
Light
This warning light warns of an overheated
engine condition. If the engine coolant
temperature is too high, this indicator will
illuminate and a single chime will sound. If the
temperature reaches the upper limit, a continuous chime
will sound for four minutes or until the engine is able to
cool; whichever comes first. If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over and stop
the vehicle. If the Air Conditioning (A/C) system is on, turn
it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL (N) and
idle the vehicle. If the temperature reading does not return
to normal, turn the engine off immediately and call for
service
Úpage 253.
Hood Open Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate when the hood
is left open and not fully closed.
NOTE:If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a single chime.
Liftgate Open Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate when the
liftgate is open.
NOTE:If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a single chime.
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
Úpage 200.
Transmission Temperature Warning Light
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 (P) or NEUTRAL (N), until the light
turns off. Once the light turns off, you may continue to
drive normally.
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.

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The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes
should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions
under which vehicle operations will occur. For the
recommended viscosity and quality grades
Úpage 264.
NOTE:A new engine may consume some oil during its first few
thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be
considered a normal part of the break-in and not inter -
preted as a problem.
PARKING BRAKE
ELECTRIC PARK BRAKE (EPB)
Your vehicle is equipped with an EPB that offers simple
operation, and some additional features that make the
parking brake more convenient and useful.
The parking brake is primarily intended to prevent the
vehicle from rolling while parked. Before leaving the
vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is applied. Also,
be certain to leave the transmission in PARK. You can engage the parking brake in two ways;

Manually, by applying the EPB switch.
 Automatically, by enabling the Auto Park Brake feature
in the customer programmable features
Úpage 158.
The EPB is located in the integrated center stack.

Electric Park Brake Switch

To apply the parking brake manually, push the switch
momentarily. You may hear a sound from the back of the
vehicle while the parking brake engages. Once the parking
brake is fully engaged, the Brake Warning Light in the
instrument cluster and an indicator on the switch will
illuminate. If your foot is on the brake pedal while you
apply the parking brake, you may notice a small amount of
brake pedal movement. The parking brake can be applied
even when the ignition switch is OFF, however, it can only
be released when the ignition switch in the ACC or ON/
RUN position.
NOTE:The EPB Warning Light will illuminate if the EPB switch is
held for longer than 180 seconds. The light will extinguish
upon releasing the switch.
If the Auto Park Brake feature is enabled, the parking
brake will automatically engage whenever the
transmission is placed into PARK. Once the parking brake
is engaged, the Brake Warning Light in the instrument
cluster and the LED indicator on the switch will illuminate.
If your foot is on the brake pedal, you may notice a small
amount of brake pedal movement while the parking brake
is engaging.
The parking brake will release automatically when the
ignition is cycled to the ON/RUN position, the transmission
is in DRIVE or REVERSE, and the driver seat belt is buckled
and an attempt is made to drive the vehicle away by
pressing the accelerator pedal.
To release the parking brake manually, the ignition switch
must be in the ON/RUN position. Press on the brake
pedal, then push the parking brake switch momentarily.
You may hear a sound from the back of the vehicle while
the parking brake disengages. You may also notice a small
amount of movement in the brake pedal. Once the parking
brake is fully disengaged, the Brake Warning Light in the
instrument cluster and the LED indicator on the switch will
extinguish.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in
the engine or damage may result.
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DRIVING THROUGH WATER
Driving through water more than a few inches/
centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure
safety and prevent damage to your vehicle.
Flowing/Rising Water Shallow Standing Water
Although your vehicle is capable of driving through shallow
standing water, consider the following Warnings and
Cautions before doing so.
WARNING!
Do not drive on or across a road or path where water is
flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off). Flowing water
can wear away the road or path's surface and cause
your vehicle to sink into deeper water. Furthermore,
flowing and/or rising water can carry your vehicle away
swiftly. Failure to follow this warning may result in
injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your
passengers, and others around you.
WARNING!

Driving through standing water limits your vehicle’s
traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h)
when driving through standing water.
 Driving through standing water limits your vehicle’s
braking capabilities, which increases stopping
distances. Therefore, after driving through standing
water, drive slowly and lightly press on the brake
pedal several times to dry the brakes.
 Failure to follow these warnings may result in injuries
that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and
others around you.
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 components. Always
inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, transmis -
sion, 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.
 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.

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