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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL121
TRIP COMPUTER 
The Trip Computer is located in the instrument 
cluster display. Push and release the up or 
down  arrow button until “Trip Info” is 
highlighted in the instrument cluster display. 
Navigate between Trip A or Trip B by using the 
right  and left  arrow buttons.
For each trip the following information will be 
displayed:
Trip A
Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A 
since the last reset.
Shows the Average MPG for Trip A since the last 
reset.
Shows the elapsed time traveled for Trip A since 
the last reset. Elapsed time will increment when 
the ignition switch is in the ON or START position.
Trip B
Shows the total distance traveled for Trip B 
since the last reset.
Shows the Average MPG for Trip B since the last 
reset.
Shows the elapsed time traveled for Trip B since 
the last reset. Elapsed time will increment when 
the ignition switch is in the ON or START position.
To Reset A Trip Function
Push and hold the  OK button to reset the currently 
displayed trip.
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
The warning/indicator lights will illuminate in the 
instrument panel together with a dedicated 
message and/or acoustic signal when applicable. 
These indications are indicative and precautionary 
and as such must not be considered as exhaustive 
and/or alternative to the information contained in 
the Owner’s Manual, which you are advised to read 
carefully in all cases. Always refer to the 
information in this chapter in the event of a failure 
indication. All active telltales will display first if 
applicable. The system check menu may appear 
different based upon equipment options and 
current vehicle status. Some telltales are optional 
and may not appear.
RED WARNING LIGHTS
Air Bag Warning Light 
This warning light will illuminate to 
indicate a fault with the air bag, and will 
turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb 
check when the ignition is placed in the 
ON/RUN or ACC/ON/RUN position. This light will 
illuminate with a single chime when a fault with the 
air bag has been detected, it will stay on until the 
fault is cleared. If the light is either not on during 
startup, stays on, or turns on while driving, have 
the system inspected at an authorized dealer as 
soon as possible.
Battery Charge Warning Light 
This warning light will illuminate when 
the battery is not charging properly. If it 
stays on while the engine is running, 
there may be a malfunction with the 
charging system. Contact an authorized dealer as 
soon as possible.
This indicates a possible problem with the 
electrical system or a related component.
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Service AWD Warning Light — If Equipped
This telltale will turn on to indicate that 
the All Wheel Drive (AWD) system is not 
functioning properly and that service is 
required. Contact an authorized dealer.
Service Forward Collision Warning (FCW) 
or Pedestrian Emergency Braking (PEB) 
Warning Light — If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate to 
indicate a fault in the FCW or PEB 
Warning System. Contact an authorized 
dealer for service  Úpage 233.
Service Stop/Start System Warning Light — 
If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate when the 
Stop/Start system is not functioning 
properly and service is required. Contact 
an authorized dealer for service  
Ú page 143.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 
Warning Light 
The warning light switches on and a 
message is displayed to indicate that the 
tire pressure is lower than the 
recommended value and/or that slow 
pressure loss is occurring. In these cases, optimal 
tire duration and fuel consumption may not be 
guaranteed.
Should one or more tires be in the condition 
mentioned above, the display will show the 
indications corresponding to each tire.
 Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should 
be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the 
inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle 
manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation 
pressure label. If your vehicle has tires of a different 
size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard 
or tire inflation pressure label, you should 
determine the proper tire inflation pressure for 
those tires.
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been 
equipped with a TPMS that illuminates a low tire 
pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is 
significantly underinflated. Accordingly, when the 
low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should 
stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and 
inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a 
significantly underinflated tire causes the tire to 
overheat and can lead to tire failure. Underinflation 
also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and 
may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping 
ability.
WARNING!
A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as 
referenced above, can reach higher 
temperatures than in normal operating 
conditions. This can cause a fire if you drive 
slowly or park over flammable substances such 
as dry plants, wood, cardboard, etc. This could 
result in death or serious injury to the driver, 
occupants or others.
CAUTION!
Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator 
Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the 
vehicle control system. It also could affect fuel 
economy and driveability. If the MIL is flashing, 
severe catalytic converter damage and power 
loss will soon occur. Immediate service is 
required.
CAUTION!
Do not continue driving with one or more flat 
tires as handling may be compromised. Stop the 
vehicle, avoiding sharp braking and steering. If a 
tire puncture occurs, repair immediately using 
the dedicated tire repair kit and contact an 
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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KeySense Indicator Light — 
If Equipped
The KeySense indicator is illuminated 
when a KeySense key is detected upon 
startup of the vehicle. The indicator will 
remain lit for the entire key cycle as a 
reminder that the KeySense key is in use. While 
the KeySense key is in use, the vehicle will respond 
to settings associated with the KeySense profile  
Ú page 14.
LaneSense Indicator Light — If Equipped
The LaneSense indicator light illuminates 
solid green when both lane markings 
have been detected and the system is 
“armed” and ready to provide visual and 
torque warnings if an unintentional lane departure 
occurs  Ú page 166.
Parking/Headlights On Indicator Light 
This indicator light will illuminate when 
the parking lights or headlights are 
turned on.
Stop/Start Active Indicator Light — 
If Equipped
This indicator light will illuminate when 
the Stop/Start function is in “Autostop” 
mode  Úpage 143.
Turn Signal Indicator Lights  
When the left or right turn signal is 
activated, the turn signal indicator will 
flash independently and the 
corresponding exterior turn signal lamps 
will flash. Turn signals can be activated when the 
multifunction lever is moved down (left) or
up (right).
NOTE:
A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is 
driven more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either 
turn signal on.
Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if 
either indicator flashes at a rapid rate.
WHITE INDICATOR LIGHTS
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Ready 
Light — If Equipped 
This indicator light will illuminate when 
the vehicle equipped with ACC has been 
turned on but not set  Ú page 147.
Cruise Control Ready Indicator Light 
This indicator light will illuminate when 
the cruise control is ready, but not set  
Úpage 146.
LaneSense Indicator Light — If Equipped
When the LaneSense system is ON, but 
not armed, the LaneSense indicator light 
illuminates solid white. This occurs when 
only left, right, or neither lane line has 
been detected. If a single lane line is detected, the 
system is ready to provide only visual warnings if 
an unintentional lane departure occurs on the 
detected lane line  Ú page 166.
Speed Warning Indicator Light
The white indicator will illuminate along 
with a pop-up message (Speed Warning 
Set to XX followed by unit), once the 
feature is enabled. When the set speed is 
exceeded, a continuous chime (up to 10 seconds 
or until the speed is no longer exceeded) will sound 
along with a Speed Warning Exceeded pop-up 
message and the indicator light will turn yellow and 
flash.
NOTE:The number “31” is only an example of a speed 
that can be selected.
Set Speed Display
The Set Speed Display indicator light 
indicates the set speed for the Cruise 
Control and Adaptive Cruise Control 
(ACC) settings.
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STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE  
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, 
adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten 
your seat belts.Start the engine with the gear selector in the 
NEUTRAL (N) or PARK (P) position. Apply the brake 
before shifting to any driving range.
NORMAL STARTING   
To Turn On The Engine Using ENGINE START/STOP 
Button
1. The transmission must be in PARK or NEUTRAL.
2. Press and hold the brake pedal while pushing  the ENGINE START/STOP button once.
3. The system starts the vehicle. If the vehicle  fails to start, the starter will disengage 
automatically after 10 seconds.
4. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine  prior to the engine starting, push the button 
again. ENGINE START/STOP Button Functions — With 
Driver’s Foot Off The Brake Pedal (In PARK Or 
NEUTRAL Position)
The ENGINE START/STOP button operates similar 
to an ignition switch. It has three positions; OFF, 
ACC, and ON/RUN. To change the ignition positions 
without starting the vehicle and to use the 
accessories, follow these steps:
Start with the ignition in the OFF position.
Push the ENGINE START/STOP button once to 
place the ignition to the ACC position (instru
-
ment cluster will display “ACC”).
Push the ENGINE START/STOP button a second 
time to place the ignition to the ON/RUN posi -
tion (instrument cluster will display “ON/RUN”).
Push the ENGINE START/STOP button a third 
time to return the ignition to the OFF position 
(instrument cluster will display “OFF”).
NOTE:Only press one pedal at a time while driving the 
vehicle. Torque performance of the vehicle could 
be reduced if both pedals are pressed at the same 
time. If pressure is detected on both pedals simul -
taneously, a warning message will display in the 
instrument cluster  Ú page 113.
WARNING!
When exiting the vehicle, always remove the 
key fob from the vehicle 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 transmis -
sion gear selector.
Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, 
or in a location accessible to children, and do 
not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped 
with Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ in the ACC or ON/
RUN position. A child could operate power 
windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
Do not leave children or animals inside parked 
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat buildup 
may cause serious injury or death.
WARNING!
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AUTOPARK
AutoPark is a supplemental feature to assist with 
placing the vehicle in PARK under certain 
situations. It is a back-up system and should not be 
relied upon as the primary method by which the 
driver shifts the vehicle into PARK.
The conditions under which AutoPark will engage 
are outlined on the following pages. ALWAYS DO A VISUAL CHECK
 that your vehicle is in 
PARK by looking for the “P” in the instrument 
cluster display and on the gear selector. As an 
added precaution, always apply the parking brake.
If the vehicle is not in PARK and the driver 
attempts to turn off the engine, if certain 
conditions are met, the vehicle will AutoPark, 
automatically shifting the vehicle’s transmission to 
the PARK position. The gear selector will 
automatically reset itself to the PARK position. The 
vehicle’s ignition will then move to the OFF position 
(engine off). When AutoPark is activated the 
instrument cluster will display the message 
“AutoPark Engaged”.
AutoPark will engage when all of these conditions 
are met:
Vehicle is equipped with a gear selector
Vehicle is not in PARK
Vehicle speed is 1.2 mph (1.9 km/h) or less
Driver has pushed the ENGINE START/STOP 
button If the vehicle is not in PARK and the driver exits the 
vehicle with the engine running, if certain 
conditions are met, the vehicle will AutoPark, 
automatically shifting the vehicle’s transmission to 
the PARK position. The Electric Park Brake SAFE 
HOLD feature will also activate in some conditions  
Ú
page 138.
AutoPark will engage when all of these conditions 
are met:
Vehicle is equipped with a gear selector
Vehicle is not in PARK
Vehicle speed is 1.2 mph (1.9 km/h) or less
Driver’s door is ajar
Driver’s seat belt is unbuckled
Brake pedal is not pressed
The message “ AutoPark Engaged ” will display in 
the instrument cluster.
WARNING!
Driver inattention could lead to failure to place 
the vehicle in PARK. ALWAYS DO A VISUAL 
CHECK that your vehicle is in PARK by verifying 
that a solid (not blinking) “P” is indicated in 
the instrument cluster display and near the 
gear selector. If the “P” indicator is blinking, 
your vehicle is not in PARK. As an added 
precaution, always apply the parking brake 
when exiting the vehicle.
AutoPark is a supplemental feature. It is not 
designed to replace the need to shift your 
vehicle into PARK. It is a back up system and 
should not be relied upon as the primary 
method by which the driver shifts the vehicle 
into PARK.
CAUTION!
Engine will remain running.
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AutoPark In Stop/Start Autostop Mode
AutoPark will engage when all of these condi
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tions are met:
Vehicle is equipped with a gear selector
Vehicle is not in PARK
Vehicle speed is 1.2 mph (1.9 km/h) or less
Driver’s door is ajar
Driver’s seat belt is unbuckled or brake pedal is 
not pressed
The message “ AutoPark Engaged ” will display in 
the instrument cluster.
WARNING!
Never use the PARK position as a substitute 
for the parking brake. Always apply the 
parking brake fully when exiting the vehicle to 
guard against vehicle movement and possible 
injury or damage.
Your vehicle could move and injure you and 
others if it is not in PARK. Check by trying to 
move the transmission gear selector out of 
PARK with the brake pedal released. Make 
sure the transmission is in PARK before 
exiting the vehicle.
The transmission may not engage PARK if the 
vehicle is moving. Always bring the vehicle to a 
complete stop before shifting to PARK, and 
verify that the transmission gear position indi -
cator solidly indicates PARK (P) without 
blinking. Ensure that the vehicle is completely 
stopped, and the PARK position is properly 
indicated, before exiting the vehicle.
It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or 
NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than 
idle speed. If your foot is not firmly pressing 
the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate 
quickly forward or in reverse. You could lose 
control of the vehicle and hit someone or 
something. Only shift into gear when the 
engine is idling normally and your foot is firmly 
pressing the brake pedal.
WARNING!
Unintended movement of a vehicle could 
injure those in or near the vehicle. As with all 
vehicles, you should never exit a vehicle while 
the engine is running. Before exiting a vehicle, 
always come to a complete stop, then apply 
the parking brake, shift the transmission into 
PARK, and turn the ignition OFF. When the 
ignition is in the OFF position, the transmis -
sion is locked in PARK, securing the vehicle 
against unwanted movement.
When exiting the vehicle, always make sure 
the ignition is in the OFF position, remove the 
key fob from the vehicle, and lock the 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 transmis -
sion gear selector.
Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle 
(or in a location accessible to children), and do 
not leave the ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN 
position. A child could operate power 
windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
WARNING!
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134STARTING AND OPERATING  
To Turn On The Engine Using ENGINE START/STOP 
Button
1. The transmission must be in PARK or  NEUTRAL.
2. Press and hold the brake pedal while pushing  the ENGINE START/STOP button once.
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. If the driver shifts into PARK while moving, the 
vehicle may Park.
PARK will engage 
ONLY when vehicle speed is 
1.2 mph (1.9 km/h) or less.
The message “ Vehicle Speed is Too High to Shift 
to P ” will display in the instrument cluster display if 
vehicle speed is above 1.2 mph (1.9 km/h). The 
gear position indicator will blink continuously until 
the gear selector is returned to the proper position, 
or the requested shift can be completed.
COLD WEATHER OPERATION 
(B
ELOW –22°F OR −30°C) 
To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, 
use of an externally powered electric engine block 
heater (available from an authorized dealer) is 
recommended.
AFTER STARTING — WARMING UP THE 
E
NGINE
The idle speed is controlled automatically and it 
will decrease as the engine warms up.
IF ENGINE FAILS TO START 
CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the 
following precautions are not observed:
Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only after 
the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, 
NEUTRAL, or DRIVE when the engine is above 
idle speed.
Before shifting into any gear, make sure your 
foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal.WARNING!
If vehicle speed is not below 1.2 mph (1.9 km/h) 
when the driver shifts into PARK, the 
transmission will default to NEUTRAL until the 
vehicle speed drops below 1.2 mph (1.9 km/h) 
and the above conditions are met, enabling 
AutoPark. A vehicle left in the NEUTRAL position 
can roll. As an added precaution, always apply 
the parking brake when exiting the vehicle.
WARNING!
Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into 
the throttle body air inlet opening in an 
attempt to start the vehicle. This could result 
in flash fire causing serious personal injury.
Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to 
get it started. Vehicles equipped with an auto -
matic transmission cannot be started this 
way. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic 
converter and once the engine has started, 
ignite and damage the converter and vehicle.
If the vehicle has a discharged battery, 
booster cables may be used to obtain a start 
from a booster battery or the battery in 
another vehicle. This type of start can be 
dangerous if done improperly  Ú page 300.
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TO TURN OFF THE ENGINE USING 
ENGINE START/STOP B
UTTON
1. Place the gear selector in PARK, then push 
and release the ENGINE START/STOP button.
2. The ignition switch will return to the OFF  position.
3. If the gear selector is not in PARK, the ENGINE  START/STOP button must be held for two 
seconds or three short pushes in a row with 
the vehicle speed above 5 mph (8 km/h) before the engine will shut off. The ignition 
switch position will remain in the ACC position 
until the gear selector is in PARK and the 
button is pushed twice to the OFF position.
If the gear selector is not in PARK and the 
ENGINE START/STOP button is pushed once, 
the instrument cluster will display a “Vehicle 
Not In Park” message and the engine will 
remain running. Never leave a vehicle out of 
the PARK position, or it could roll.
NOTE:If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or ON/RUN 
(engine not running) position and the transmission 
is in PARK, the system will automatically time out 
after 30 minutes of inactivity and the ignition will 
switch to the OFF position.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED 
The engine block heater warms the engine and 
permits quicker starts in cold weather.
Connect the cord to a 110-115 Volt AC electrical 
outlet with a grounded, three-wire extension cord.
For ambient temperatures below 0°F (-18°C), the 
engine block heater is recommended. For ambient 
temperatures below -20°F (-29°C), the engine 
block heater is required.
The engine block heater cord is routed under the 
hood, behind to the passenger’s side headlamp. 
Follow these steps to properly use the engine block 
heater:
1. Locate the engine block heater cord (behind  the passenger’s side headlamp).
2. Undo the hook-and-loop strap that secures the  heater cord in place.
3. Pull the cord to the front of the vehicle and  plug it into a grounded, three-wire extension 
cord.
4. After the vehicle is running, reattach the cord  to the hook-and-loop strap and properly stow it 
away behind the passenger’s side headlamp.
NOTE:
The engine block heater cord is a factory 
installed option. If your vehicle is not equipped, 
heater cords are available from an authorized 
dealer.
The engine block heater will require 110 Volt AC 
and 6.5 Amps to activate the heater element.
The engine block heater must be plugged in at 
least one hour to have an adequate warming 
effect on the engine.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS 
A long break-in period is not required for the engine 
and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your 
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.
WARNING!
Remember to disconnect the engine block 
heater cord before driving. Damage to the 
110-115 Volt electrical cord could cause 
electrocution.
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140STARTING AND OPERATING  
IGNITION PARK INTERLOCK
This vehicle is equipped with an Ignition Park 
Interlock which requires the transmission to be in 
PARK before the ignition can be turned to the
OFF position. This helps the driver avoid 
inadvertently leaving the vehicle without placing 
the transmission in PARK. This system also locks 
the transmission in PARK whenever the ignition is 
in the OFF position.
NOTE:The transmission is NOT locked in PARK when the 
ignition is in the ACC position (even though the 
engine will be off). Ensure that the transmission is 
in PARK, and the ignition is OFF (not in ACC 
position) before exiting the vehicle.
BRAKE/TRANSMISSION SHIFT 
I
NTERLOCK (BTSI) SYSTEM
This vehicle is equipped with a BTSI that holds the 
transmission gear selector in PARK unless the 
brakes are applied. To shift the transmission out of 
PARK, the engine must be running and the brake 
pedal must be pressed. The brake pedal must also 
be pressed to shift from NEUTRAL into DRIVE or 
REVERSE when the vehicle is stopped or moving at 
low speeds.
9-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
The transmission is controlled using a rotary 
electronic gear selector located on the center 
console. The transmission gear selector has PARK, 
REVERSE, NEUTRAL, DRIVE, and LOW shift 
positions. Using the LOW position manually 
downshifts the transmission to a lower gear based 
on vehicle speed. The transmission gear range 
(PRNDL) is displayed both above the gear selector 
and in the instrument cluster. To select a gear 
range, simply rotate the gear selector. Push down 
on the gear selector and then rotate it, to access 
the L position. You must also press the brake pedal 
to shift the transmission out of PARK (or NEUTRAL, 
when stopped or moving at low speeds). To shift 
past multiple gear ranges at once (such as PARK to 
DRIVE), simply rotate the gear selector to the 
appropriate detent. Select the DRIVE range for 
normal driving.
NOTE:In the event of a mismatch between the gear 
selector position and the actual transmission gear 
(for example, driver selects PARK while driving), 
the position indicator will blink continuously until 
the selector is returned to the proper position, or 
the requested shift can be completed.
The electronically controlled transmission adapts 
its shift schedule based on driver inputs, along 
with environmental and road conditions. The 
transmission electronics are self-calibrating;  therefore, the first few shifts on a new vehicle may 
be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, 
and precision shifts will develop within a few 
hundred miles (kilometers).
The 9-speed transmission has been developed to 
meet the needs of current and future FWD/AWD 
vehicles. Software and calibration is refined to 
optimize the customer’s driving experience and 
fuel economy. By design, some vehicle and 
driveline combinations utilize NINTH gear only in 
very specific driving situations and conditions.
Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when 
the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is 
stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake 
pedal when shifting between these gears.
Transmission Gear Selector
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GEAR RANGES
Do not press the accelerator pedal when shifting 
from PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range.
NOTE:After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to 
allow the selected gear to engage before acceler -
ating. This is especially important when the engine 
is cold.
PARK (P)
This range supplements the parking brake by 
locking the transmission. The engine can be 
started in this range. Never attempt to use PARK 
while the vehicle is in motion. Apply the parking 
brake when exiting the vehicle in this range.
When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake 
before shifting the transmission to PARK. As an 
added precaution, turn the front wheels toward the 
curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb 
on an uphill grade.
When exiting the vehicle, always:
Apply the parking brake.
Shift the transmission into PARK.
Turn the ignition off.
Remove the key fob from the vehicle. The following indicators should be used to ensure 
that you have properly engaged the transmission 
into the PARK position:
Look at the transmission gear position display 
and verify that it indicates the PARK position (P), 
and is not blinking.
With the brake pedal released, verify that the 
gear selector will not move out of PARK.
REVERSE (R)
This range is for moving the vehicle backward. 
Shift into REVERSE only after the vehicle has come 
to a complete stop.
NEUTRAL (N)
Use this range when the vehicle is standing for 
prolonged periods with the engine running. The 
engine may be started in this range. Apply the 
parking brake and shift the transmission into PARK 
if you must exit the vehicle.CAUTION!
Before moving the transmission gear selector 
out of PARK, you must start the engine, and 
also press the brake pedal. Otherwise, 
damage to the gear selector could result.
DO NOT race the engine when shifting from 
PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range, as 
this can damage the drivetrain.WARNING!
Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the 
ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe 
practices that limit your response to changing 
traffic or road conditions. You might lose control 
of the vehicle and have a collision.
CAUTION!
Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any 
other reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL 
can cause severe transmission damage.
For Recreational Towing  Ú
page 184.
For Towing A Disabled Vehicle  Ú page 306.
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