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Why is the feature not available (line markings are gray) when I can see the lane markings
on the road?
ABS or AdvanceTrac ™ is active.
There is a camera blockage due to dirt, grime, fog, frost or water on the windshield.
You are driving too close to the vehicle in front of you.
Transitioning between no lane markings to lane markings or vice versa.
There is standing water on the road.
Faint lane markings, for example partial yellow lane markings on concrete roads.
Lane width is too narrow or too wide.
The camera has not been calibrated after a windshield replacement.
Driving on tight roads or on uneven roads.
Vehicle accessories are blocking the camera, for example a snow plow.
BLIND SPOT INFORMATION
SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING:
Do not use the blind
spot information system as a
replacement for using the interior and
exterior mirrors or looking over your
shoulder before changing lanes. The
blind spot information system is not a
replacement for careful driving. The Blind Spot Information System is
designed to aid you in detecting vehicles
that may have entered the blind spot zone
(A). The detection area is on both sides of
your vehicle, extending rearward from the
exterior mirrors to approximately
13 ft
(4 m) beyond the bumper. The system is
designed to alert you if certain vehicles
enter the blind spot zone while driving.
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Note:
The Blind Spot Information System
does not prevent contact with other vehicles
or objects; nor detect parked vehicles,
people, animals or infrastructure (fences,
guardrails, trees). It is only designed to alert
you to moving vehicles in the blind spot
zones.
Note: When a vehicle passes quickly
through the blind spot zone, typically fewer
than two seconds, the system does not
trigger.
Using the System
The Blind Spot Information System turns
on when you start the engine and you drive
your vehicle forward above 5 mph
(8 km/h).
For automatic transmissions, the Blind
Spot Information System remains on while
the transmission is in drive (D). If shifted
into reverse (R) or park (P) the Blind Spot
Information System turns off. Once shifted
back into drive (D), the Blind Spot
Information System turns back on when
you drive your vehicle above
5 mph
(8 km/h).
Note: For automatic transmissions, the
Blind Spot Information System does not
function in reverse (R) or park (P).
For manual transmissions, the Blind Spot
Information System is on for all gears
except reverse (R). System Lights and Messages The Blind Spot Information System
illuminates an amber alert indicator in the
outside mirror on the side of your vehicle
the approaching vehicle is coming from.
When the Blind Spot Information System
is alerting on a vehicle and the
corresponding turn signal is ON, the Blind
Spot Information System alert indicator
flashes as an increased warning level.
The alert indicator dims when the system
detects nighttime darkness.
Note:
The alert indicator flashes in case of
an alert and the turn signal is set to that side
at the same time.
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The system uses radar sensors that are
located inside the tail lamp on each side
of your vehicle. Any dirt, mud and snow in
front of the sensors or driving in heavy rain
can cause system degradation. Also, other
types of obstructions in front of the sensor
can cause system degradation. This is
referred to as a
‘blocked ’ condition.
Note: Do not apply bumper stickers and/or
repair compound to these areas, this can
cause degraded system performance.
If the system detects a degraded
performance condition, a message warning
appears in the display screen. The alert
indicators remain ON and the system no
longer provides any warnings. You can
clear the warning but the alert indicators
remain illuminated.
A "blocked" condition can be cleared in
two ways:
• After the blockage in front of the
sensors is removed or the
rainfall/snowfall rate decreases or
stops, drive for a few minutes in traffic
to allow the sensors to detect passing
vehicles.
• By cycling the ignition from ON to OFF
and then back ON.
Note: If your vehicle has a tow bar with a
factory equipped trailer tow module and it
is towing a trailer, the sensors will
automatically turn the Blind Spot
Information System off. If your vehicle has
a tow bar but no factory equipped trailer
tow module, it is recommended to turn the
Blind Spot Information System off
manually. Operating the Blind Spot
Information System without the Blind Spot
Trailer Tow package and a trailer attached
will cause poor system performance. Blind Spot Information System
with Trailer Tow (If Equipped)
The Blind Spot Information System with
Trailer Tow is designed to aid you in
detecting vehicles that may have entered
the detection area zone (A). The detection
area is on both sides of your vehicle and
trailer, extending rearward from the
exterior mirrors to the end of your trailer.
When a trailer is attached and the
customer has set up a Blind Spot Trailer,
the Blind Spot Information System with
Trailer Tow becomes active when driving
forward above
6 mph (10 km/h). See
Trailer Reversing Aids (page 283).
The Blind Spot Information System with
Trailer Tow can be turned off in the
instrument cluster. If the Blind Spot
Information System is turned off, then the
Blind Spot Information System with Trailer
Tow automatically turns off.
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CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT (IF
EQUIPPED) WARNING:
Do not use the cross
traffic alert system as a replacement for
using the interior and exterior mirrors or
looking over your shoulder before
reversing out of a parking space. The
cross traffic alert system is not a
replacement for careful driving. WARNING:
The system may not
operate properly during severe weather
conditions, for example snow, ice, heavy
rain and spray. Always drive with due
care and attention. Failure to take care
may result in a crash. The system alerts you of vehicles
approaching from the sides behind your
vehicle when you shift into reverse (R).
Using Cross Traffic Alert
The system detects vehicles that approach
at a speed between
4 mph (6 km/h) and
37 mph (60 km/h). Coverage decreases
when the sensors are partially, mostly or
fully obstructed. Slowly reversing helps
increase the coverage area and
effectiveness.
The system turns on when you start the
engine and you shift into reverse (R). The
system turns off when you shift out of
reverse (R). The sensor on the left-hand side is only
partially obstructed and zone coverage on
the right-hand side is maximized.
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Cross Traffic Alert Behavior When
Trailer is Attached
Note:
The system may not correctly operate
when towing a trailer. For vehicles with an
approved trailer tow module and tow bar,
the system turns off when you attach a
trailer. For vehicles with an aftermarket
trailer tow module or tow bar, we
recommend that you switch the system off
when you attach a trailer.
Cross traffic alert remains on when you
attach a trailer in vehicles that come with
blind spot information system with trailer
tow under the following conditions:
• You connect a trailer.
• The trailer is a bike rack or cargo rack
with a maximum length of 3 ft (1 m).
• You set the trailer length to
3 ft (1 m)
in the information display.
See
Blind Spot Information System
(page 254).
Switching the System On and Off
To switch the system on or off, adjust the
setting. Depending on your vehicle options,
the setting could be in the following: •
Information display. See
General
Information (page 110).
• Touchscreen. See Settings (page 543).
Note: The system turns on every time you
switch the ignition on. To permanently
switch the system off, contact an authorized
dealer.
Cross Traffic Alert Indicator When the system detects an
approaching vehicle, a tone
sounds, a warning lamp
illuminates in the relevant exterior mirror
and arrows appear in the information
display to show which side the
approaching vehicle is coming from.
Note: If arrows do not display, a message
appears in the information display.
If the system malfunctions, a warning lamp
illuminates in the instrument cluster and
a message appears in the information
display. Have your vehicle checked as soon
as possible.
Note: In exceptional conditions, the system
could alert you, even when there is nothing
in the detection zone, for example a vehicle
passing further away from your vehicle.
Cross Traffic Alert Information Messages Action
Message
Displays instead of indication arrows when the system
detects a vehicle. Check for approaching traffic.
Cross Traffic Alert
Indicates blocked cross traffic alert system sensors. Clean
the sensors. If the message continues to appear, have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Cross Traffic Not Avail-
able Sensor Blocked See
Manual
The system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible.
Cross Traffic System
Fault
Displays if you attach a trailer to your vehicle.
Cross Traffic Alert Deac-
tivated Trailer Attached
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The active guidelines fade in and out
depending on the steering wheel position.
The active guidelines are not shown when
the steering wheel position is straight.
Always use caution while reversing.
Objects in the red zone are closest to your
vehicle and objects in the green zone are
farther away. Objects are getting closer to
your vehicle as they move from the green
zone to the yellow or red zones. Use the
side view mirrors and rear view mirror to
get better coverage on both sides and rear
of your vehicle.
Refer to the Rear View Camera section for
additional information. See Rear View
Camera (page 235).
Hitches
Note: On pick-up trucks, the trailer hitch
provided on this vehicle enhances crash
protection for the fuel system. Do not
remove!
Note: Do not cut, drill, weld or modify trailer
hitches. Modifying trailer hitches can reduce
hitch rating.
Do not use a hitch that either clamps onto
the bumper or attaches to the axle. You
must distribute the load in your trailer so
that 10-15% for conventional towing or
15-25% for fifth wheel towing of the total
weight of the trailer is on the tongue. Do
not exceed the tongue load rating
indicated on the conventional hitch
receiver.
Hitch Components (If Equipped)
The following components are required.
Some are provided in certain vehicles. •
A trailer hitch with a 3 inch receiver and
a 5/8 inch hitch pin. Check the
stamped rating number on the pin to
determine the
21,200 lb (9,616 kg) or
24,200 lb (10,976 kg) hitch pin
capacity.
• A hitch pin sleeve stored in the glove
box to use when mounting the 3 inch
drawbar with the 3/4 inch pin hole.
• A cotter pin to help keep the hitch pin
in place.
Installing a 3 Inch Drawbar with 3/4
Inch Pin Hole The pin sleeve should be inserted in the
3/4 inch pin hole of the 3 inch drawbar.
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Protected Component
Fuse
Rating
Fuse
Number
Power point 4.
20 A
1
Power point 3.
20 A
2
Spot light module.
10 A
3
Four-wheel drive vacuum solenoid.
10 A
4
Active front steering.
40 A
5
Snow plow.
10 A
6
Trailer tow battery charge.
30 A
7
Anti-lock brake system module.
10 A
8
Electronic power assisted steering module.
10 A
9
Trailer tow park lamps.
30 A
10
Horn.
20 A
11
Torque overlay.
30 A
12
Power sliding rear window.
30 A
13
Body control module - battery power in feed 1.
40 A
14
Passenger seat power.
30 A
15
Powertrain control module.
10 A
16
Transmission control module.
Blind spot information system.
10 A
17
Four-wheel drive module.
10 A
18
Adaptive cruise control.
5 A
19
Heated mirrors.
15 A
20
Heated rear window.
40 A
21
On-board diagnostic module.
10 A
22
Smart data link connector.
Transmission control module.
15 A
23
Driver power seat.
30 A
24
Voltage quality module.
25 A
25
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Protected Component
Fuse
Rating
Fuse
Number
Not used.
—
49
Heated and cooled seats.
30 A
50
Powertrain control module.
20 A
51
Compressed natural gas (gas).
15 A
52
Fuel rail pressure relief control (diesel).
Exhaust gas recirculation stepper motor (gas).
20 A
53
Universal exhaust gas oxygen sensors (gas).
Exhaust gas recirculation cooler bypass (diesel).
Urea pump motor controller (diesel).
Oxygen sensors.
A/C clutch relay power.
20 A
54
Fan clutch.
Rain sensor.
5 A
55
Windshield wipers.
30 A
56
Upfitter interface module.
10 A
57
Alternator sense line.
10 A
58
Power running boards.
30 A
59
Body control module - battery power in feed 2.
40 A
60
Telescopic mirror motors.
10 A
61
Trailer brake control.
40 A
62
Aftermarket e-brake access.
Multi-contour seats.
15 A
63
Ignition coil (gas).
20 A
64
Glow plug module (diesel).
Nitrogen oxide module (diesel).
Urea level and quality sensor (diesel).
Fuel pump.
30 A
65
A/C clutch solenoid.
10 A
66
Auxiliary lighting module.
40 A
67
Powertrain control module.
10 A
68
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Protected Component
Fuse
Rating
Fuse
Number
Power lumbar motor.
Wireless charging module.
Not used (spare).
20 A
4
Not used.
—
5
Power telescoping mirrors switch.
10 A
6
Front power windows switch.
Brake on-off switch.
10 A
7
Embedded modem.
5 A
8
Combined sensor module.
5 A
9
Not used.
—
10
Not used.
—
11
On-board diagnostic module.
7.5 A
12
Smart data link connector.
Climate control module.
Steering column control module.
7.5 A
13
Instrument cluster.
Not used.
15 A
14
SYNC.
15 A
15
Display.
Not used.
—
16
Active front steering module.
7.5 A
17
Park aid module.
Selectable drive modes switch.
7.5 A
18
Select shift switch.
Head up display.
5 A
19
Ignition switch.
5 A
20
Key inhibit solenoid.
Head up display.
5 A
21
In-vehicle temperature and humidity sensor.
Upfitter switches.
5 A
22
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Protected Component
Fuse
Rating
Fuse
Number
Driver front door module.
30 A
23
Moonroof.
30 A
24
Not used (spare).
20 A
25
Passenger front door module.
30 A
26
Not used (spare).
30 A
27
Amplifier.
30 A
28
Adjustable pedals switch.
15 A
29
Brake on-off output to trailer brake controller and customer access
circuits.
5 A
30
Remote keyless entry.
10 A
31
Radio.
20 A
32
Not used.
—
33
Run/start relay.
30 A
34
Not used (spare).
5 A
35
Camera module.
15 A
36
Lane keeping system.
Auto-dimming interior mirror.
Rear heated seats.
Heated steering wheel.
20 A
37
Power windows.
30 A
Circuit
Breaker
38
Note: Spare fuse amperage may vary.
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