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The sequence of the status check report is as follows:
•washer fluid level
•oil life in XX%
•AC (cabin) filter XX%
•engine temperature
•brake fluid level
•charging system
•doors closed (driver and passenger side, front and rear). This message
can only be reset by closing the door(s). If the RESET control is
pressed, PLEASE CLOSE DOOR will be displayed.
•trunk status
•exterior lamps (front and rear turn, brake, tail and side repeater lamp
(if equipped) status)
•Traction Controlor AdvanceTrac(if equipped)
Message center functions
Dist To Empty (DTE)
Selecting this function from the
FUEL control estimates
approximately how far you can drive
with the fuel remaining in your tank
under normal driving conditions.
Remember to turn the ignition OFF when refueling to allow this feature
to correctly detect the added fuel.
The DTE function will display LOW FUEL LEVEL and sound a tone for
one second when you have approximately 50 miles (80 km) to empty. If
you RESET this warning message, this display and tone will return
within 10 minutes.
DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy, which is based
on your recent driving history of 500 miles (800 km). This value is not
the same as the average fuel economy display. The running average fuel
economy is reinitialized to a factory default value if the battery is
disconnected.
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Fuel Econ Avg
Select this function from the FUEL
control to display your average fuel
economy in miles/gallon or liters/100
km.
If you calculate your average fuel
economy by dividing gallons of fuel used by 100 miles traveled
(kilometers traveled by liters used), your figure may be different than
displayed for the following reasons:
•your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up
•differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at
service stations
•variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another
•rounding of the displayed values to the nearest gallon (liter)
Checking your highway fuel economy using the electronic
message center display
The following procedure will allow you to accurately monitor your actual
highway fuel economy. Since this procedure requires the vehicle speed
control system to be set to highway speeds, it must be run only on
suitable roadways where long distance speed control can be safely
maintained.
You may notice gradual improvement in fuel economy over the course of
your vehicle’s break-in period (approximately 1,000 miles [1,600
kilometers]).
1. Press the FUEL control to display
miles to empty. Press again to
display average fuel economy.
2. Set the speed control. Refer to
Speed controlin this chapter.
3. Press the RESET control to clear the system memory.
•Actual highway fuel economy is now displayed.This current
average measure will change as the speed control system changes the
engine speed to maintain a constant vehicle speed. This is most
noticeable in hilly environments.
4. Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed control
system engaged to display a stabilized average.
5. Record the highway fuel economy for future reference.
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It is important to press the RESET control after setting the speed
control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings.
Display On/Off
Select this function from the FUEL control to turn your message center
display OFF or ON.
Units (English/Metric)
1. Select this function from the
SETUP control for the current units
to be displayed.
2. Press the RESET control to
change from English to Metric.
Autolocks
1. Select this function from the
SETUP control for the current
display mode.
2. Press the RESET control to turn
the autolocks ON or OFF.
Easy exit seat (if equipped)
1. Select this function from the
SETUP control for the current
display mode.
2. Press the RESET control to turn
the easy entry/exit ON or OFF.
Autolamp delay
1. Select this function from the
SETUP control for the current
display mode.
2. Press the RESET control to select
a new Autolamp delay value.
Lock chirp (if equipped)
1. Select this function from the
SETUP control for the current
display mode.
2. Press the RESET control to turn
the lock chirp ON or OFF.
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Warnings Status
Engine power reduced Warning cannot be reset
Pull off road safely
Turn off ignition
Driver’s door ajar
Passenger door ajar
Driver rear door ajar
Passenger rear door ajar
Park brake on & need service
Park brake on
Check engine temp Warning returns after 10 minutes
Check charging system
Transmission overheated
Check transmission
Low fuel level
Check fuel cap
ETC-engine failsafe mode
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PASSENGER REAR DOOR AJAR.Displayed when the passenger side
rear door is not completely closed.
PARK BRAKE ON & NEED SERVICE.Displayed when the park brake
is ON and malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or continues to come
on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
PARK BRAKE ON.Displayed when the park brake is on. If the warning
stays on after the park brake is off, contact your authorized dealer as
soon as possible.
CHECK ENGINE TEMP.Displayed when the engine coolant is
overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the
engine and let it cool. Check the coolant and coolant level. Refer to
Engine coolantin theMaintenance and Specificationschapter. If the
warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is
running or hot.
CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM.Displayed when the electrical system is
not maintaining proper voltage. If you are operating electrical accessories
when the engine is idling at a low speed, turn off as many of the
electrical loads as soon as possible. If the warning stays on or comes on
when the engine is operating at normal speeds, have the electrical
system checked as soon as possible.
TRANSMISSION OVERHEATED.Indicates the transmission is
overheating. This warning may appear when driving in a low gear at a
high speed for an extended period of time. Stop the vehicle as soon as
safely possible, turn off the engine and let it cool. Check the
transmission fluid and level. Refer toTransmission fluidin the
Maintenance and Specificationschapter. If the warning stays on or
continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer for transmission
service as soon as possible.
CHECK TRANSMISSION.Indicates the transmission is not operating
properly. If this warning stays on, contact your authorized dealer as soon
as possible.
LOW FUEL LEVEL.Displayed when you have approximately 50 miles
(80 km) to empty.
CHECK FUEL CAP.Displayed when the fuel filler cap is not properly
installed. Check the fuel filler cap for proper installation. Refer toFuel
filler capin theMaintenance and Specificationschapter.
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2. Press and hold the RESET
control to set to 100%.
3. After a successful reset, the
message center will display OIL
LIFE SET TO 100%.
SERVICE PARK BRAKE.Displayed when the park brake needs
servicing. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
APPLY PARK BRAKE.Displayed when the park brake needs to be
applied. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
FOOT ON BRAKE.Displayed when the foot brake needs to be applied.
If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
DATA ERROR.These messages indicate improper operation of the
vehicle network communication between electronic modules.
•Fuel computer
•Engine sensor
•Gear selection
•Door sensor
•Trunk sensor
•Exterior lamps
•Traction Controland AdvanceTrac
(if equipped)
•Memory feature
Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible if these messages
occur on a regular basis.
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INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL
Press the remote trunk release
control on the instrument panel to
open the trunk.
You can render the switch
inoperable by locking the button
with your master key. Do this and
also lock your glove box before you
give your vehicle to the valet
personnel(do not give them the
master key or remote entry keyfob, only the gray valet key).
The remote trunk release control and power door locks will be disabled
when the vehicle perimeter alarm system is armed. This control will not
work until the vehicle perimeter alarm system is disarmed. Refer to
Perimeter Alarm Systemin theLocks and Securitychapter.
FUEL DOOR RELEASE
Press the remote fuel door release
control on the instrument panel to
open the fuel door.
The fuel door has a manual override
release located in the trunk. Pull the
tab to open the fuel door.
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SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS
Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you
currently have on your vehicle.
The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction in
rain and snow. However, in some climates, you may need to use snow
tires or chains.
Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains:
•Use only SAE Class S chains with P225/55R16 tires.
•Do not use tire chains with size P235/50R17 tires. Use of SAE Class S
chains or other chain types may damage your vehicle.
•Install chains securely, verifying that the chains do not touch any
wiring, brake lines or fuel lines.
•Drive cautiously. If you hear the chains rub or bang against your
vehicle, stop and re-tighten the chains. If this does not work, remove
the chains to prevent damage to your vehicle.
•If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle.
•Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed. Do not use
tire chains on dry roads.
•The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle
damage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle when
using snow tires or chains.
VEHICLE LOADING
This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle to keep
your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability. Properly
loading your vehicle will provide maximum return of vehicle design
performance. Before loading your vehicle, familiarize yourself with the
following terms for determining your vehicle’s weight ratings from the
vehicle’s Safety Compliance Certification Label:
Base Curb Weight– is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of
fuel and all standard equipment. It does not include passengers, cargo, or
optional equipment.
Vehicle Curb Weight– is the weight of your new vehicle when you
picked it up from your authorized dealer plus any aftermarket
equipment.
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STARTING
Positions of the ignition
1. LOCK, locks the gearshift lever
and allows key removal. (The
steering wheel will not lock after
key removal.)
2. OFF, shuts off the engine and all
accessories without locking the
steering wheel. This position also
allows the automatic transmission
shift lever to be moved from the P
(Park) position without the brake pedal being depressed.
When the key is in the ignition and in the OFF position, the
automatic transmission shift lever can be moved from the P
(Park) position without the brake pedal depressed. To avoid unwanted
vehicle movement, always set the parking brake.
3. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to
operate while the engine is not running.
4. RUN, all electrical circuits operational. Warning lights illuminated. Key
position when driving.
5. START, cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
Preparing to start your vehicle
Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system. This
system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard
requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio
noise.
When starting a fuel-injected engine, don’t press the accelerator before
or during starting. Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty
starting the engine. For more information on starting the vehicle, refer to
Starting the enginein this chapter.
Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high
temperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk
of fire or other damage.
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•Turn the key to 4 (ON) without
turning the key to 5 (START).
Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. SeeWarning lights and
chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter for more information
regarding the warning lights.
Starting the engine
Note:Whenever you start your vehicle, release the key as soon as the
engine starts. Excessive cranking could damage the starter.
1. Turn the key to 5 (START)
without pressing the accelerator
pedal and release as soon as the
engine starts. The key will return to
4 (RUN).
Note:If the engine does not start
within five seconds on the first try,
turn the key to 3 (OFF), wait 10
seconds and try again. If engine still fails to start, press the accelerator
to the floor and try again: this will allow the engine to crank with the
fuel shut off in case the engine is flooded with fuel.
2. When the engine starts, release the key, then release the accelerator
pedal gradually as the engine speeds up.
3. After idling for a few seconds, apply the brake, shift into gear and
drive.
Guarding against exhaust fumes
Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoid
its dangerous effects.
If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer
inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell
exhaust fumes.
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