Page 1 Acadia/Acadia Denali Owner’s Manual...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ..... . 2 In Brief ......5 Keys, Doors, and Windows .
Page 3: Introduction
Caution this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, GMC, the Warning messages found on vehicle GMC Truck Emblem, ACADIA, and labels and in this manual describe DENALI are trademarks and/or...
Page 4 Introduction Symbols : Brake System Warning Light : Charging System The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of : Cruise Control text. Symbols are shown along with : Do Not Puncture the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific : Do Not Service component, control, message,...
Page 5 Introduction NOTES...
Page 6: In Brief
In Brief In Brief Vehicle Features Engine Oil Life System ..26 Driving for Better Fuel Infotainment System ... 19 Economy ..... 26 Radio(s) .
Page 7: Instrument Panel
In Brief Instrument Panel...
Page 8 In Brief 1. Air Vents 0 189. 12. Driver Mode Control 0 221. Heated Steering Wheel 0 114 (If Equipped). 2. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 155. Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 234 (If 19. Hood Release. See Hood Turn Signal Lever.
Page 9: Initial Drive Information
In Brief Initial Drive Press and hold for three seconds to sound the panic alarm. Information : Press twice quickly to open or This section provides a brief close the liftgate. Press once to stop overview about some of the the liftgate from moving.
Page 10: Door Locks
In Brief Canceling a Remote Start Power Door Locks Keyless Access To cancel a remote start, do one of the following: Press and hold until the parking lamps turn off. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. Turn the vehicle on and then off. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 32.
Page 11: Liftgate
In Brief Liftgate Power Liftgate Operation Windows If equipped with a power liftgate, the switch is on the driver door. The vehicle must be in P (Park). Choose the power liftgate mode by selecting MAX or 3/4. Press The driver door must be unlocked. On the RKE transmitter press twice quickly until the liftgate starts moving.
Page 12: Seat Adjustment
In Brief Seat Adjustment 3. Try to move the seat back and To adjust a power seat, if equipped: forth to be sure it is locked in Move the seat forward or Manual Seats place. rearward by sliding the Move the lever (2) up or down to control (1) forward or rearward.
Page 13: Memory Features
In Brief Memory Features Then immediately press and hold 1, Second Row Seats 2, or (Exit) on the driver door until two beeps sound. To manually recall these positions, press and hold 1, 2, or until the saved position is reached. When Auto Memory Recall is enabled in the personalization menu, positions previously stored to...
Page 14: Third Row Seats
In Brief 1. Remove objects on the floor in Heated and Ventilated front of or on the second row Seats seat, or in the seat tracks on the floor. 2. If the second row seat is in the full rear position, adjust it forward to allow the third row seat to fold fully flat.
Page 15: Head Restraint Adjustment
In Brief To achieve a comfortable seating How to Wear Seat Belts Properly Press , if available, to position, change the seatback 0 67. ventilate the driver or passenger recline angle as little as necessary seat. A ventilated seat has a fan Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 68.
Page 16: Mirror Adjustment
In Brief Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirrors Steering Wheel Adjustment Interior Mirror Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle. Manual Rearview Mirror If equipped, push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it rearward for nighttime use to avoid glare of the headlamps from behind.
Page 17: Interior Lighting
In Brief Power Tilt and Telescoping Interior Lighting ON/OFF : Press to turn the dome Steering Wheel lamps on manually. Dome Lamp Reading Lamps There are front and rear reading lamps on the overhead console and in the headliner. These lamps come on when any door is opened.
Page 18: Exterior Lighting
In Brief Turn the control to the following Windshield Wiper/Washer positions: : Turns off the exterior lamps. The knob returns to the AUTO position after it is released. Turn to again to reactivate the AUTO mode. AUTO : Automatically turns the exterior lamps on and off, Rear Reading Lamps depending on outside lighting.
Page 19: Climate Controls
In Brief INT : Move the windshield wiper Climate Controls lever to INT. Turn the band up for Use this system to control the heating, cooling, and ventilation. more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. OFF : Use to turn the wipers off. 1X : For a single wipe, briefly move the lever down.
Page 20: Transmission
In Brief Transmission Vehicle Features Radio: Press and release to fast Electronic Range Select Infotainment System seek the previous strongest (ERS) Mode station or channel. The base radio with infotainment ERS mode allows you to choose the USB/Music/Pictures: Press to go display controls information is top-gear limit of the transmission to the previous content.
Page 21: Portable Audio Devices
In Brief Portable Audio Devices Steering Wheel Controls : Press to go to the next or previous selection. This vehicle has a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) : Press to select a highlighted auxiliary input and may have two menu option. USB ports in the center stack.
Page 22: Cruise Control
In Brief Cruise Control SET : Press briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control. If the cruise control is already active, use to decrease vehicle speed. : Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory. See Cruise Control 0 223 or Adaptive Cruise Control 0 225 (if equipped).
Page 23: Forward Collision Alert (Fca)
In Brief Forward Collision Alert vehicle. This can help avoid or Lane Keep Assist (LKA) lessen the severity of crashes when (FCA) System If equipped, LKA may help avoid driving in a forward gear. crashes due to unintentional lane If equipped, FCA may help avoid or See Forward Automatic Braking departures.
Page 24: Surround Vision
In Brief behind. The LCA warning display Rear Vision and avoiding objects while in will light up in the corresponding R (Reverse). It operates at speeds Camera (RVC) outside mirror and will flash if the less than 8 km/h (5 mph). RPA may turn signal is on.
Page 25: Universal Remote System
In Brief Universal Remote System Sunroof Slide Switch Express-Open/Express-Close : If equipped, the ignition must be on Press and release (1) to or in ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) express-open the sunroof. The must be active to operate the sunshade automatically opens and sunroof.
Page 26: Performance And Maintenance
In Brief Performance and The low tire pressure warning light Press and release again to may come on in cool weather when turn on both systems. Maintenance the vehicle is first started, and then See Traction Control/Electronic turn off as the vehicle is driven. This Stability Control 0 219.
Page 27: Fuel
In Brief Fuel Resetting the Oil Life System Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time. 1. Display the REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC. When road and weather See Driver Information Center conditions are appropriate, use (DIC) (Base and Midlevel) cruise control.
Page 28: Keys, Doors, And Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Heated Mirrors ....46 Keys and Locks Automatic Dimming Mirror ..46 Windows Reverse Tilt Mirrors .
Page 29: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
Keys, Doors, and Windows To remove the key, press the button If the transmitter is still not near the bottom of the transmitter, working correctly, see your and pull the key out. Never pull the dealer or a qualified technician key out without pressing the button.
Page 30 Keys, Doors, and Windows Pressing may also arm the : If equipped, press and release and then immediately press and theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 43. hold for at least four seconds to start the engine from outside the : Press to unlock the driver door.
Page 31 Keys, Doors, and Windows The RKE transmitter should be Keyless Unlocking/Locking from within 1 m (3 ft) of the liftgate or door Passenger Doors being opened. When the doors are locked and the Keyless Access can be RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of programmed to unlock all doors on the door handle, pressing the lock/ the first lock/unlock press from the...
Page 32 Keys, Doors, and Windows If passive locking is enabled, the Remote No Longer in Vehicle programmed. Each vehicle can doors may lock with the RKE have up to eight transmitters If the vehicle is on, with a door transmitter inside the vehicle. Do programmed to it.
Page 33: Remote Vehicle Start
Keys, Doors, and Windows Caution When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter. To replace the battery: 2. Place the transmitter in the 2. Lift the battery with a flat transmitter pocket.
Page 34 Keys, Doors, and Windows The climate control system will use Starting the Engine Using Remote the engine is still running. An the previous settings during a Start extension can be requested remote start. The rear defog may 30 seconds after starting. This 1.
Page 35: Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Conditions in Which Remote Start Door Locks Warning (Continued) Will Not Work The remote start will not operate if Warning death from heat stroke. any of the following occur: Always lock the vehicle Unlocked doors can be whenever leaving it.
Page 36 Keys, Doors, and Windows Push down on the door lock Driver Door Key Lock Cylinder To replace the cap: knob to lock a door. Access (In Case of Dead 1. Pull the door handle (1) to the Battery) Pull the door handle once to open position and hold it open unlock the door.
Page 37: Power Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows 5. Check that the cap is secure. : Press to lock the doors. The indicator light in the switch will come Free-Turning Locks on when the door is locked. The door key lock cylinder turns : Press to unlock the doors. freely when either the wrong key is used, or the correct key is not fully Delayed Locking...
Page 38: Automatic Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows This feature can also be Lockout Protection button on the door or the RKE programmed. See Vehicle transmitter a second time to lock the If the ignition is on or in ACC/ Personalization 0 144. driver door. The Unlocked Door ACCESSORY and the power door Anti-Lockout feature can be turned lock switch is pressed with the...
Page 39: Doors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 1. Move the lever down to the Doors Warning (Continued) lock position. 2. Close the door. Liftgate and set the fan speed to the highest setting. See 3. Do the same for the other Climate Control Systems rear door.
Page 40 Keys, Doors, and Windows Manual Liftgate within 1 m (3 ft) of the touch pad. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 28. The liftgate has an electric latch. If the battery is disconnected or has low voltage, the liftgate will not open.
Page 41 Keys, Doors, and Windows To power open or close the liftgate, accelerated before the liftgate has Press on the bottom of the select MAX or 3/4 mode. completed moving, the liftgate may liftgate next to the pull cup to stop or reverse direction. Check for close.
Page 42 Keys, Doors, and Windows Obstacle Detection Features Setting the 3/4 Mode Caution If the liftgate encounters an obstacle To change the position the liftgate during a power open or close cycle, stops at when opening: Attempting to move the liftgate the liftgate will automatically reverse too quickly and with excessive 1.
Page 43 Keys, Doors, and Windows The hands-free feature can be Caution customized. See Vehicle Personalization 0 144. Choose from Splashing water may cause the the following: liftgate to open. Keep the RKE On-Open and Close : The kicking transmitter away from the rear motion is activated to both open and bumper detection area or turn the close the liftgate.
Page 44: Vehicle Security
Keys, Doors, and Windows When closing the liftgate using this Vehicle Security Off : Alarm system is disarmed. feature, there will be a short delay. On Solid : Vehicle is secured This vehicle has theft-deterrent The taillamps will flash and a chime during the delay to arm the system.
Page 45: Immobilizer Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows bypass the 30-second delay Immobilizer Operation Press on the RKE transmitter. and immediately arm the alarm Unlock the vehicle using the This vehicle has a passive system. Keyless Access system. theft-deterrent system. The vehicle alarm system will not Start the vehicle.
Page 46: Exterior Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows vehicle. If the transmitter is ever It is possible for the immobilizer Exterior Mirrors damaged, you may not be able to system to learn new or replacement start your vehicle. RKE transmitters. Up to eight Convex Mirrors transmitters can be programmed for When trying to start the vehicle, the the vehicle.
Page 47: Power Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Mirrors automatic car wash. Push the mirror Reverse Tilt Mirrors outward to return it to the original If equipped with memory seats, the position. passenger and/or driver mirror tilts Memory Mirrors to a preselected position when the vehicle is in R (Reverse).
Page 48: Interior Rearview Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows Interior Mirrors Windows pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front windows are up. To reduce the Interior Rearview Mirrors Warning sound, open either a front window or the sunroof, if equipped. Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear Never leave a child, a helpless view of the area behind the vehicle.
Page 49 Keys, Doors, and Windows Window Lockout If equipped, pull the window switch up fully and quickly release to express close the window. Briefly press or pull the window switch in the same direction to stop that window s express movement. Window Automatic Reversal System The express-close feature will...
Page 50: Sun Visors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 4. Open the window and continue Roof Warning (Continued) to press the switch briefly after the window has fully opened. Sunroof system override, make sure that Remote Window Operation all people and obstructions are If equipped, the ignition must be on clear of the window path.
Page 51 Keys, Doors, and Windows Slide Switch The front sunshade can be manually opened but must be Express-Open/Express-Close : manually closed. If equipped, the Press and release (1) to rear sunshade can only be opened express-open the sunroof. The or closed manually. To open, press sunshade automatically opens and the latch button on the handle while will stay open.
Page 52: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Seats and Replacing Seat Belt System Replacing LATCH System Parts Parts after a Crash ... 72 After a Crash ....99 Restraints Securing Child Restraints (With Airbag System...
Page 53: Head Restraints
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Front Seats Warning With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and Adjust the head restraint so that the To raise or lower the head restraint,...
Page 54 Seats and Restraints The height of the head restraint can Folding the Second Row Head be adjusted. Pull the head restraint Restraint up to raise it. Try to move the head The head restraint can be folded restraint to make sure that it is rearward to allow for better visibility locked in place.
Page 55: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Third Row Seats Front Seats 2. Move the seat forward or rearward to adjust the seat The vehicle s rear third row seats position. have head restraints in the outboard Seat Adjustment seating positions that cannot be 3.
Page 56: Power Seat Adjustment
Seats and Restraints Power Seat Adjustment To adjust the lumbar support, see Reclining Seatbacks Lumbar Adjustment 0 55. Some vehicles are equipped with a Warning feature that activates a vibration in the driver seat to help the driver Sitting in a reclined position when avoid crashes.
Page 57 Seats and Restraints 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. Power Reclining Seatbacks Do not have a seatback reclined if To recline the seatback: the vehicle is moving. 1. Lift the lever. Manual Reclining Seatbacks 2.
Page 58: Memory Seats
Seats and Restraints Memory Seats Then immediately press and hold 1, then Comfort and Convenience, and then Auto Memory Recall. 2, or (Exit) on the driver door Select On or Off. See Auto until two beeps sound. To manually Memory Recall later in this recall these positions, press and section.
Page 59 Seats and Restraints 2. Start the vehicle with the initial If too much time passes seat, SET, power mirror, or power key or RKE transmitter. The between releasing SET and steering wheel control, if memory DIC should display the other pressing 1, the memory equipped.
Page 60: Heated And Ventilated Front
Seats and Restraints To stop Auto Memory Recall If turned on, the position saved to Heated and Ventilated movement, turn the ignition off or is automatically recalled when Front Seats press any of the following memory one of the following occurs: controls: The vehicle is turned off and the Warning...
Page 61 Seats and Restraints Remote Start Heated and Press , if available, to Ventilated Seats ventilate the driver or passenger seat. A ventilated seat has a fan During a remote start, the heated or that pulls or pushes air through the ventilated seats, if equipped, can be seat.
Page 62: Rear Seats
Seats and Restraints Rear Seats the vehicle through the rear door 2. Lift the lever below the seat and left the vehicle without the cushion and slide the seat vehicle being shut off. forward or backward. Rear Seat Reminder The feature can be turned on or off. 3.
Page 63 Seats and Restraints 2. Make sure that the seat belt is Remove a rear-facing child restraint Warning unfastened and in the stowed before moving the seat for third row position. entry or exit. If the seatback and floor latches are not locked, the seat could Warning move forward in a sudden stop or crash and injure the occupant.
Page 64 Seats and Restraints 4. Check that the seat belt is not Folding the Seatbacks seatback to make sure it is locked. under the seat cushion. Push on the head restraint to return it to the upright, locked position. Reclining the Seatbacks To recline the seatbacks: To fold the second row seatbacks: 1.
Page 65: Heated Rear Seats
Seats and Restraints Heated Rear Seats on the button will turn on when the Third Row Seats heated seat is on. On vehicles with rear climate controls, an indicator on Warning Warning the climate control display appears when this feature is on. If temperature change or pain to Using the third row seating On vehicles without rear climate...
Page 66 Seats and Restraints 1. Remove objects on the floor in Returning the Seat to the Warning front of or on the second row Seating Position seat, or in the seat tracks on A seat belt that is improperly To return the seatback to the the floor.
Page 67: Seat Belts
Seats and Restraints Seat Belts When riding in a vehicle, you travel Warning (Continued) as fast as the vehicle does. If the This section describes how to use vehicle stops suddenly, you keep passengers to ride in any area of seat belts properly, and some things going until something stops you.
Page 68: How To Wear Seat Belts
Seats and Restraints Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why It is very important for all occupants pelvic bones and you would be should I have to wear seat to buckle up. Statistics show that less likely to slide under the lap belts? unbelted people are hurt more often belt.
Page 69: Lap-Shoulder Belt
Seats and Restraints Lap-Shoulder Belt The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you All seating positions in the vehicle very quickly. If this happens, let have a lap-shoulder belt. the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt The following instructions explain across you more slowly.
Page 70 Seats and Restraints 3. Push the latch plate into the Seat Belt Pretensioners buckle until it clicks. This vehicle has seat belt Pull up on the latch plate to pretensioners for front outboard make sure it is secure. occupants. Although the seat belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they Position the release button on are part of the seat belt assembly.
Page 71 Seats and Restraints Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides Second Row Outboard Seating Positions Warning The vehicle has comfort guides for the second row outboard seating A seat belt that is not properly positions. The comfort guides are worn may not provide the stored in a pocket on the side of the protection needed in a crash.
Page 72: Seat Belt Use During
Seats and Restraints 3. Be sure that the belt is not removed from the guide. Slide the twisted and it lies flat. The guide back into its storage pocket elastic cord must be behind the on the side of the seatback. belt with the plastic guide on Third Row Seating Positions the front.
Page 73: Safety System Check
Seats and Restraints Safety System Check Replacing Seat Belt Warning System Parts after a Periodically check the seat belt Do not bleach or dye seat belt Crash reminder, seat belts, buckles, latch webbing. It may severely weaken plates, retractors, shoulder belt the webbing.
Page 74: Airbag System
Seats and Restraints New parts and repairs may be Airbag System All vehicle airbags have the word necessary even if the seat belt AIRBAG on the trim or on a label The vehicle has the following system was not being used at the near the deployment opening.
Page 75 Seats and Restraints Here are the most important things Warning Warning (Continued) to know about the airbag system: Because airbags inflate with great Occupants should not lean on or Warning force and faster than the blink of sleep against the door or side an eye, anyone who is up windows in seating positions with You can be severely injured or...
Page 76: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 127. Where Are the Airbags? Driver Side Shown, Passenger The driver knee airbag is below the...
Page 77: When Should An Airbag
Seats and Restraints impact exceeds the specific airbag Warning (Continued) system's deployment threshold. Deployment thresholds are used to inflating airbag must be kept predict how severe a crash is likely clear. Do not put anything to be in time for the airbags to between an occupant and an inflate and help restrain the airbag, and do not attach or put...
Page 78: What Makes An Airbag
Seats and Restraints whether the object is fixed or designed to inflate in frontal In any particular crash, no one can moving, rigid or deformable, narrow impacts, near frontal impacts, say whether an airbag should have or wide. or rear impacts. inflated simply because of the vehicle damage or repair costs.
Page 79: What Will You See After An Airbag Inflates
Seats and Restraints Airbags supplement the protection What Will You See after Warning provided by seat belts by an Airbag Inflates? distributing the force of the impact When an airbag inflates, there more evenly over the After frontal, knee, and may be dust in the air.
Page 80: Passenger Sensing System
Seats and Restraints system will return to normal Additional windshield breakage may Passenger Sensing operation; the doors can be locked, also occur from the front outboard System the interior lamps can be turned off, passenger airbag. and the hazard warning flashers can The vehicle has a passenger Airbags are designed to inflate be turned off using the controls for...
Page 81 Seats and Restraints The passenger sensing system Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) works with sensors that are part of the front outboard passenger seat airbag inflates. This is because secure child restraints in the rear and seat belt. The sensors are the back of the rear-facing child seat.
Page 82 Seats and Restraints The passenger sensing system is 3. Remove any additional items Warning designed to turn on the front from the seat such as blankets, outboard passenger frontal airbag cushions, seat covers, seat If the airbag readiness light ever anytime the system senses that a heaters, or seat massagers.
Page 83 Seats and Restraints seatback and adjust the seat If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an 2. Remove any additional material cushion, if adjustable, to make from the seat, such as Adult-Sized Occupant sure that the vehicle seatback blankets, cushions, seat is not pushing the child covers, seat heaters, or seat restraint into the seat cushion.
Page 84: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped
Seats and Restraints seat covers, seat heaters, and seat Servicing the Warning massagers can affect how well the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle passenger sensing system If the front outboard passenger operates. We recommend that you Airbags affect how the vehicle airbag is turned off for an not use seat covers or other should be serviced.
Page 85: Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Seats and Restraints Adding Equipment to the of the passenger's seat. The airbag system will be affected if the passenger sensing system may not vehicle is modified for any other Airbag-Equipped Vehicle operate properly if the original seat reason, see your dealer. Adding accessories that change the trim is replaced with non-GM Airbag System Check...
Page 86: Replacing Airbag System Parts
Seats and Restraints Replacing Airbag System Child Restraints Sit all the way back on the seat. Do the knees bend at the seat Parts after a Crash edge? If yes, continue. If no, Older Children return to the booster seat. Warning Buckle the lap-shoulder belt.
Page 87 Seats and Restraints Q: What is the proper way to Warning Warning wear seat belts? A: An older child should wear a Never allow more than one child Never allow a child to wear the lap-shoulder belt and get the to wear the same seat belt.
Page 88: Infants And Young Children
Seats and Restraints Children who are not restrained Warning (Continued) properly can strike other people, or can be thrown out of the vehicle. shoulder belt can tighten but cannot be loosened if it is locked. Warning The shoulder belt locks when it is pulled all the way out of the Never hold an infant or a child retractor.
Page 89 Seats and Restraints Child restraints are devices used to Warning (Continued) restrain, seat, or position children in the vehicle and are sometimes front passenger seat, always called child seats or car seats. move the front passenger seat as There are three basic types of far back as it will go.
Page 90: Child Restraint Systems
Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems Warning To reduce the risk of neck and head injury in a crash, infants and toddlers should be secured in a rear-facing child restraint until age two, or until they reach the maximum height and weight limits of their child restraint.
Page 91 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions Restraint in the Vehicle that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a Warning booklet, or both, and to this manual. The child restraint instructions are A child can be seriously injured or important, so if they are not...
Page 92: Where To Put The Restraint
Seats and Restraints Where to Put the Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Restraint airbag inflates. This is because front passenger seat as far back According to accident statistics, the back of the rear-facing child as it will go. It is better to secure children and infants are safer when restraint would be very close to the child restraint in a rear seat.
Page 93: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch System)
Seats and Restraints LATCH anchors for additional vehicle. The LATCH system is When installing a child restraint with passengers or child restraints. designed to make installation of a a top tether, you must also use Adjacent seating positions should either the lower anchors or the seat child restraint easier.
Page 94 Seats and Restraints Not all vehicle seating positions seating position that will The child restraint may have a have lower anchors. In this case, accommodate a child restraint with single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). the seat belt must be used (with top lower attachments (2).
Page 95 Seats and Restraints Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations Second Row 60/40 Bench Third Row : Seating positions with top : Seating positions with top tether anchors. tether anchors. Second Row Bucket : Seating positions with two : Seating positions with top lower anchors.
Page 96 Seats and Restraints Be sure to use an anchor on the the instructions that come with the same side of the vehicle as the child restraint say that the top tether seating position where the child must be attached. restraint will be placed. According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child...
Page 97 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Caution following the instructions that shoulder belt can tighten but Do not let the LATCH came with the child restraint and cannot be loosened if it is locked. attachments rub against the the instructions in this manual. The shoulder belt locks when it is vehicle s seat belts.
Page 98 Seats and Restraints If you need to secure more than one 1.2. To access the lower if the vehicle has one. Refer to child restraint in the rear seat, see anchors in the second the child restraint instructions Where to Put the Restraint 0 91. row, it may help to recline and the following steps: the seatback.
Page 99 Seats and Restraints or head restraint and route the tether under the headrest or head restraint and around the headrest or head restraint posts. If the position you are If the position you are using does not have a using has a fixed headrest or head restraint headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual...
Page 100: Replacing Latch System Parts
Seats and Restraints If the position you are seating position. If you install a child Warning (Continued) using has a fixed restraint in a second row center headrest or head restraint seat, move the second row seat to death in a crash. To help make and you are using a the rearward position, whenever sure the LATCH system is...
Page 101 Seats and Restraints If the child restraint or vehicle seat position does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the seat belt to secure the child restraint. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. If more than one child restraint needs to be installed in the rear seat, be sure to read Where to Put...
Page 102: Securing Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top outboard passenger frontal airbag tether, follow the child restraint under certain conditions. manufacturer's instructions See Passenger Sensing System regarding the use of the top 0 79 and Passenger Airbag Status tether.
Page 103 Seats and Restraints Do not secure a child seat in a 2. Put the child restraint on Warning (Continued) position without a top tether anchor the seat. if a national or local law requires 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run Even if the passenger sensing that the top tether be anchored, or if the lap and shoulder portions...
Page 104 Seats and Restraints 4. Push the latch plate into the 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the 6. To tighten the belt, push down buckle until it clicks. way out of the retractor to set on the child restraint, pull the the lock.
Page 105 Seats and Restraints 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions. If the airbag is off, the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator will come on and stay on when the vehicle is started.
Page 106: Storage
Storage Storage Storage Armrest Storage Compartments Storage Compartments Warning Storage Compartments ..105 Glove Box ....105 Do not store heavy or sharp Armrest Storage .
Page 107: Rear Storage
Storage Rear Storage Center Console Storage Additional Storage Features Cargo Cover Warning An unsecured cargo cover could strike people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. Store the cargo cover securely or remove it from the vehicle. There is storage in the floor of the The center console has storage rear cargo area.
Page 108: Cargo Tie-Downs
Storage For vehicles with a cargo cover, it Cargo Management can be used to cover items in the System rear of the vehicle. Unroll the cover toward the rear of the vehicle. Insert Tray Option the cover pins into the channels on both sides.
Page 109 Storage 4. Unsnap the hinges on the load floor from the cargo management system. 1. Turn the right side wing nut to 3. Turn the left side wing nut to remove. remove. 2. Remove the strap. Make sure the strap is secure 5.
Page 110 Storage All Terrain Rail and Divider Option Cargo Management System Installation 1. Turn both knobs to the unlock position. 2. Slide the divider along the rail to the desired position until it clicks into place. 3. Make sure the divider is locked into place in the rail grooves.
Page 111: Safety Kit
Storage Cargo Management System Safety Kit The items stored in the safety kit Removal bag include: 1. Turn both knobs to the unlock 1. Fire Extinguisher position. 2. Warning Triangle 2. Press the buttons and pull up 3. First Aid Kit to remove the divider.
Page 112: Roof Rack System
Storage Roof Rack System of gravity higher. Avoid high speeds, Caution sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden braking, or abrupt maneuvers; Loading cargo on the roof rack Warning otherwise it may result in loss of that weighs more than 100 kg control.
Page 113: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Instruments and Passenger Airbag Status High-Beam On Light ..136 Indicator ....127 Front Fog Lamp Light .
Page 114: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Instruments and Controls Controls Power Tilt and Telescoping Steering Wheel Controls Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Adjustment If equipped, some audio controls To adjust the power tilt and can be adjusted at the steering telescoping steering wheel, wheel. if equipped: ® : For vehicles with a Bluetooth To adjust the steering wheel: Press the control to move the...
Page 115: Heated Steering Wheel
Instruments and Controls Heated Steering Wheel indicator light may not come on. : Press to go to the next or See Heated and Ventilated Front previous selection. Seats 0 59. : Press to select a highlighted menu option. Horn Press on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn.
Page 116: Rear Window Wiper
Instruments and Controls activated. See Washer Fluid 0 273 If the windshield wiper lever is then for information on filling the moved to OFF before the driver windshield washer fluid reservoir. door is opened or within 10 minutes, the wipers will restart and move to the base of the windshield.
Page 117: Clock
Instruments and Controls INT : Turns on the rear wiper with a The wiper operations return to Clock delay between wipes. normal when the transmission is no Base Radio longer in N (Neutral) or the vehicle ON : Turns on the rear wiper. speed has increased.
Page 118 Instruments and Controls Setting the 12/24 Hour Format system. See Using the System Press BACK to go to the last under Introduction in the menu and save the changes. 1. Press , then touch infotainment manual. SETTINGS. Uplevel Radio Using To set the time or date: Infotainment Display Controls 2.
Page 119: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls To set the clock display: When adding electrical equipment, Warning be sure to follow the proper 1. Touch SETTINGS and touch installation instructions included with Time and Date. Power is always supplied to the the equipment. See Add-On rear cargo power outlet.
Page 120: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators
Instruments and Controls circuit, unplug the item and plug it Warning Lights, back in or turn the Retained Gauges, and Accessory Power (RAP) off and then back on. See Retained Indicators Accessory Power (RAP) 0 209. The power restarts when equipment Warning lights and gauges can using 150 watts or less is plugged signal that something is wrong...
Page 121: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Base Level...
Page 122 Instruments and Controls Midlevel...
Page 123 Instruments and Controls Uplevel...
Page 124 Instruments and Controls Cluster Menu viewed. If there is an active call, mute the See Driver Information Center phone or switch to handset There is an interactive display area (DIC) (Base and Midlevel) 0 137 operation. in the center of the instrument or Driver Information Center cluster.
Page 125: Speedometer
Instruments and Controls Display Themes : There are three For the Uplevel Cluster, scroll to set Trip Odometer instrument cluster display speed and press . Press The trip odometer shows how far configurations to choose from: to adjust the value. Press to set the vehicle has been driven since Standard, Technology, and Media.
Page 126: Fuel Gauge
Instruments and Controls Fuel Gauge Here are things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with the fuel gauge: At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated.
Page 127: Engine Coolant Temperature
Instruments and Controls Engine Coolant Seat Belt Reminders Temperature Gauge Driver Seat Belt Reminder Light There is a driver seat belt reminder light on the instrument cluster. Uplevel This gauge shows the engine When the vehicle is started, this coolant temperature. light flashes and a chime may come Base Level, Midlevel Similar on to remind the driver to fasten...
Page 128: Airbag Readiness Light
Instruments and Controls Passenger Seat Belt Reminder grocery bag, laptop, or other Warning electronic device. To turn off the Light reminder light and/or chime, remove If the airbag readiness light stays There is a passenger seat belt the object from the seat or buckle reminder light near the passenger on after the vehicle is started or the seat belt.
Page 129: Charging System Light
Instruments and Controls problem with the lights or the The light turns off when the engine passenger sensing system. See is started. If it does not, have the your dealer for service. vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the light stays on, or comes on Warning while driving, there may be a problem with the electrical charging...
Page 130 Instruments and Controls is working when the ignition is in If towing a trailer, reduce the Caution Service Mode. See Ignition amount of cargo being hauled as Positions 0 206. soon as possible. Modifications to the engine, If the light continues to flash, find a transmission, exhaust, intake, safe place to park.
Page 131: Brake System Warning
Instruments and Controls Poor fuel quality can cause not used to perform an Emissions Brake System Warning inefficient engine operation and Inspection/Maintenance test or to Light poor driveability, which may go service the vehicle may affect away once the engine is warmed vehicle operation.
Page 132: Electric Parking Brake
Instruments and Controls brake system. A message may also Brake 0 216. A message may also Warning display in the Driver Information display in the Driver Information Center (DIC). Center (DIC). The brake system might not be If the light does not come on, working properly if the brake Antilock Brake System or remains flashing, see your dealer.
Page 133: Tow/Haul Mode Light
Instruments and Controls If the ABS light is the only light on, Hill Descent Control Light LKA may assist by gently turning the vehicle has regular brakes, but the steering wheel if the vehicle the antilock brakes are not approaches a detected lane marking functioning.
Page 134: Pedestrian Ahead Indicator
Instruments and Controls Pedestrian Ahead dealer. If the system is working This light comes on briefly while normally, the indicator light then starting the engine. If it does not, Indicator turns off. have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. The traction off light comes on when the Traction Control System (TCS) This light comes on when the has been turned off by pressing and...
Page 135: Tire Pressure Light
Instruments and Controls If the light does not come on, have For vehicles with the Tire Pressure Engine Oil Pressure Light the vehicle serviced by your dealer. Monitor System (TPMS), this light Oil pressure can vary with engine If the system is working normally, comes on briefly when the engine is speed, outside temperature, and oil the indicator light turns off.
Page 136: Low Fuel Warning Light
Instruments and Controls Low Fuel Warning Light Low Fuel Warning Light Caution (Continued) (Base Level) (Midlevel and Uplevel) have the vehicle serviced. Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine oil. This light is near the fuel gauge and comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on as a check to show it is working.
Page 137: High-Beam On Light
Instruments and Controls serviced by your dealer. If the This light comes on when the This light comes on when the system is working normally, the IntelliBeam system, if equipped, is exterior lamps are in use. See indicator light turns off. enabled.
Page 138: Door Ajar Light
Instruments and Controls This light is white when the Adaptive Information Displays : Press to move between Cruise Control (ACC, if equipped) is the interactive display zones in the on and ready, and turns green when cluster. Driver Information Center the ACC is set and active.
Page 139 Instruments and Controls This number reflects only the The oil should be changed as soon 6. Press while an item is approximate average fuel economy as possible. See Engine Oil 0 264. highlighted to select or In addition to the engine oil life that the vehicle has right now, and deselect that item.
Page 140 Instruments and Controls Instantaneous Fuel Economy the selected distance. The selected Press and hold to clear the graph (Mid-Level) : Displays the current distance is displayed at the top of or press to reset through fuel economy in liters per the page as last xxx mi/km.
Page 141: (Uplevel)
Instruments and Controls Battery Voltage : Displays the 2. Press to scroll to the current battery voltage, if equipped. Options application. Battery voltage changes are normal 3. Press to enter the while driving. See Charging System Light 0 128. If there is a problem Options menu.
Page 142 Instruments and Controls Speed : Shows the vehicle speed in calculated based on the various Timer and Fuel Used : Can be either kilometers per hour (km/h) or vehicle speeds recorded since the used as a timer. To start the timer, miles per hour (mph).
Page 143 Instruments and Controls recommended in the Maintenance consumption compared to what is Press to change the selected Schedule. See Maintenance expected from the vehicle with good distance. Press and hold while Schedule 0 330. and bad driving habits. this display is active to reset the The Oil Life display must be reset Speed Signs : Shows sign best fuel economy and average fuel...
Page 144: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and Controls Vehicle Messages Brakes while this message is on, but maximum acceleration and speed Ride Control Systems Messages displayed on the DIC may be reduced. Anytime this Driver Assistance Systems indicate the status of the vehicle or message stays on, or displays some action that may be needed to repeatedly, the vehicle should be Cruise Control...
Page 145: Vehicle Personalization
Instruments and Controls Vehicle Each menu is detailed in the 3. Press BACK on the center following information. Personalization stack or touch to return to the previous menu or exit. Time and Date Use the audio system controls to Manually set the time and date. See Personalization Menus access the personalization menus Clock 0 116.
Page 146 Instruments and Controls To enable valet mode: Manage Favorites Auto Volume 1. Enter a four-digit code on the This allows favorites to be edited. This feature adjusts the volume keypad. See Manage Favorites in based on vehicle speed and Settings under Radio in the ambient noise.
Page 147 Instruments and Controls Vehicle Auto Defog Alert Type When set to On, the front defog will This feature will set crash alerts to Select and the following may automatically react to temperature beeps or seat vibrations. This display: and humidity conditions that may setting affects all crash alerts Climate and Air Quality cause fogging.
Page 148 Instruments and Controls Select Off, Alert, or Alert and Brake. Hands Free Liftgate Control Hands Free Liftgate Control Reverse Tilt Mirror The liftgate may be operated with a Rear Cross Traffic Alert kicking motion under the left corner Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear This allows the Rear Cross Traffic of the rear bumper.
Page 149 Instruments and Controls Select Off or On. Exit Lighting Delayed Door Lock This allows the selection of how When on, this feature will delay the Extended Hill Start Assist long the exterior lamps stay on locking of the doors. To override the This allows the duration of the Hill when leaving the vehicle when it is delay, press the power door lock...
Page 150 Instruments and Controls Remote Lock Feedback Remote Window Operation Select Off or On. This allows selection of what type of If equipped, this feature enables the Bluetooth feedback is given when locking the remote operation of all windows Select and the following may vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
Page 151 Instruments and Controls Device Management Text Message Alerts Android Auto Select to connect to a different This allows the feature to be turned This feature allows Android devices phone source, disconnect a phone, on or off. to be connected to the infotainment or delete a phone.
Page 152 Instruments and Controls Confidence Threshold Turn Display Off Return to Factory Settings This feature allows the adjustment Select and the following may Mode of the sensitivity of the speech display: Select to change the display screen recognition system. for day or night driving. Restore Vehicle Settings Select Confirm More or Clear All Private Data...
Page 153: Universal Remote System Universal Remote System
Instruments and Controls Universal Remote Do not use the Universal Remote Programming the Universal system with any garage door opener Remote System System that does not have the stop and The Universal Remote system is reverse feature. This includes any compatible with radio-frequency Universal Remote System garage door opener model...
Page 154 Instruments and Controls the indicator light goes from a for five seconds. If the light 5. Press and release the Learn or slow to a rapid flash light. Then stays on or the garage door Smart button. Step 6 must be release both buttons.
Page 155: Operation
Instruments and Controls Programming for Some Gate Universal Remote System Reprogramming a Single Operators Universal Remote System Operation Button Some gate operators require Using the Universal Remote transmitter signals to time out or quit To reprogram any of the system System after several seconds of buttons:...
Page 156: Lighting
Lighting Lighting Lighting Features Exterior Lighting Entry Lighting ....161 Exit Lighting ....161 Exterior Lamp Controls Battery Load Management .
Page 157 Lighting The vehicle's speed drops below : Turns on the headlamps lamp control is in the AUTO or 20 km/h (12 mph). together with the parking lamps and position. The blue high-beam on instrument panel lights. light appears on the instrument The IntelliBeam system is cluster when the high beams are on.
Page 158: Exterior Lamps Off
Lighting The vehicle's windshield is dirty, For vehicles with High Intensity cracked, or obstructed by Discharge (HID) headlamps, the something that blocks the view dedicated DRL will come on when of the light sensor. all of the following conditions are met: The vehicle is loaded such that the front end points upward, The ignition is on.
Page 159: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting panel brightness control is in the full Hazard Warning Flashers bright position. See Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 160. When it is bright enough outside, the headlamps will turn off or may change to DRL. The automatic headlamp system turns off when the exterior lamp control is turned to or the ignition...
Page 160: Turn And Lane-Change
Lighting Turn and Lane-Change Replace any burned out bulbs. If a Some localities have laws that bulb is not burned out, check the require the headlamps to be on Signals fuse. See Fuses and Circuit along with the fog lamps. Breakers 0 282.
Page 161: Interior Lighting
Lighting Interior Lighting Dome Lamps ON/OFF : Press to turn the dome lamps on manually. Instrument Panel Reading Lamps Illumination Control There are front and rear reading lamps on the overhead console and in the headliner. These lamps come on when any door is opened. The dome lamp is in the overhead The brightness of the instrument console.
Page 162 Lighting Lighting Features door is opened after the ignition is turned off. The dome lamp comes on after the ignition is turned off. Entry Lighting The exterior lamps and dome lamp remain on for a set amount of time, Some exterior lamps and most of then automatically turn off.
Page 163 Lighting Center (DIC), you may see the Normally, these actions occur in Exterior Lighting Battery voltage move up or down. This is steps or levels, without being Saver normal. If there is a problem, an noticeable. In rare cases at the alert will be displayed.
Page 164: Infotainment System
Infotainment System Infotainment Trademarks and License Introduction Agreements System Trademarks and License Infotainment Agreements ....183 Base radio information is included in this manual. See the infotainment Introduction manual for information on other Infotainment .
Page 165: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Infotainment System The infotainment system has built-in Theft-Deterrent Feature features intended to help avoid The infotainment system has an distraction by disabling some electronic security system installed functions when driving. These to prevent theft. functions may gray out when they are unavailable.
Page 166: Overview
Infotainment System Overview Press to go to the Home Page. See Home Page later in this section. Radio: Press and release to go to the previous station or channel. Press and hold to fast seek the next strongest previous station or channel. USB/BT Music/Pictures: Press and hold to go to the previous content.
Page 167: Home Page
Infotainment System Home Page Features Operation Radio: Press and release to Radio Controls go to the next station or The infotainment system is operated channel. Press and hold to by using the center stack controls, fast seek the next strongest menus shown on the display, and station or channel.
Page 168: Am-Fm Radio
Infotainment System The level of volume compensation Fader or Balance: Adjust Radio can be selected, or the feature can the front/rear or left/right be turned off. speakers by dragging the AM-FM Radio dot in the vehicle image on Auto Volume Settings the display.
Page 169: Radio Reception
Infotainment System Direct Tune Menu Radio Reception From the AM or FM menu: Touch to choose between available Frequency interference and static menus for the current source. can occur during normal radio 1. Touch Tune. reception if items such as mobile Storing a Station as a Favorite 2.
Page 170: Multi-Band Antenna
Infotainment System interfere with radio reception. When Audio Players The USB port can play both lower this happens, try reducing the treble and upper case .mp3, .wma, .ogg, on the radio. and .wav files stored on a USB USB Port storage device.
Page 171 Infotainment System Positions 0 206. When the vehicle is ID3 Tag information for MP3 Only USB storage devices turned off, the iPod/iPhone files, such as the album name formatted in FAT16/32 or exFAT automatically powers off and will not and the artist, can be played. file systems are recognized.
Page 172 Infotainment System connected, the USB device may Some iPod/iPhone product be damaged or may not operate models may not support the normally. connectivity or functionality of this product. USB storage devices can only be connected for playing music/ Only connect the iPod/iPhone movies, viewing photo files, with connection cables or upgrading.
Page 173 Infotainment System Returning to the Beginning of the Touch the desired menu. 1. Press Current File Browse Music 2. Touch AUDIO. Touch after five seconds of the 1. Touch Browse Music. 3. Touch Source. playback time. 2. Touch the desired music. 4.
Page 174 Infotainment System If a non-readable MTP device is 4. Touch iPod. Scanning Forward or Backward connected, an error message To stop the device and select Touch and hold during displays and the system will another media source, touch playback to rewind or fast forward. switch to the previous audio Source, then select the other Release the button to resume...
Page 175: Auxiliary Devices
Infotainment System Auto Volume If the USB device is already Using the USB Picture Menu connected: Touch Auto Volume. The Auto 1. Touch MENU from the picture Volume menu is displayed. See screen. 1. Press Auto Volume under Radio 2. Touch the appropriate menu: 2.
Page 176: Bluetooth (Overview)
Infotainment System This input jack is not an audio Phone Review the controls and output; do not plug headphones into operation of the infotainment the front auxiliary input jack. system. Bluetooth (Overview) The auxiliary input jack is in the Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. If equipped with Bluetooth capability, center stack.
Page 177: Controls)
Infotainment System support all functions and not all Steering Wheel Controls Pairing only needs to be phones work with the Bluetooth completed once, unless the See Steering Wheel Controls 0 113. system. pairing information on the cell phone changes or the cell phone Bluetooth (Infotainment The Bluetooth system range can be is deleted from the system.
Page 178 Infotainment System Pairing a Phone No SSP and No 2. Touch PHONE, or press are successfully paired, Paired Device the steering wheel. is displayed on the pair device screen. If no desired device is When there is no paired device on 3.
Page 179 Infotainment System However, if the Bluetooth setting on 7. Input the Personal 4. Touch the device to be the Bluetooth device is turned off, a Identification Number (PIN) connected. failure message is displayed on the code (default: 1234) to the Checking the Bluetooth infotainment system.
Page 180 Infotainment System 4. Touch the device to delete. Bluetooth music, connect the Pause Bluetooth phone to the 5. Touch Touch to pause. infotainment system. 6. Touch Delete. Touch to resume. If the Bluetooth device is disconnected while playing Bluetooth Music Playing the Next Song phone music, the music is Before playing Bluetooth music,...
Page 181: Apple Carplay And Android Auto
Infotainment System Do not change the track too quickly The infotainment system outputs 3. When the phone is first when playing Bluetooth music. the audio from the cell phone or connected to activate Apple Bluetooth device as it is CarPlay or Android Auto, the Conditions that may occur when transmitted.
Page 182: Hands-Free Phone
Infotainment System Android Auto is provided by Google Hands-Free Phone Controls If a wrong number is entered, touch and is subject to Google s terms to delete the number one digit at Use the buttons on the infotainment and privacy policy. Apple CarPlay is a time, or touch and hold system and the steering wheel to provided by Apple and is subject to...
Page 183 Infotainment System Taking Calls screen. As more characters of the 2. Touch on the contacts name are entered, the list of screen. When a phone call comes through possible names is shortened. the connected Bluetooth cell phone, 3. Use the keypad to input the the audio system will be muted or To search for the name Alex: name to search.
Page 184 Infotainment System Making a Call with Speed Dial Trademarks and Numbers License Agreements Touch and hold the speed dial number using the keypad on the ® Bluetooth phone screen. The Bluetooth word mark and logos Only speed dial numbers already ®...
Page 185: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate With this system the heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be Control System ... . . 184 controlled.
Page 186 Climate Controls Automatic Operation To find your comfort setting, or knob is turned, the climate control start with 22 °C (72 °F) and system will turn on and deliver The system automatically controls allow the system time to airflow per the current setting. the following four functions to heat stabilize.
Page 187 Climate Controls The driver side or passenger side automatically forces outside air into odors that enter the vehicle. The air temperature display shows the the vehicle and the air conditioning conditioning compressor also comes temperature setting increasing or compressor will run, unless the on when this mode is activated.
Page 188 Climate Controls Heated Mirror : If equipped with Sensors The climate control system uses the heated outside mirrors, the mirrors information from these sensors to heat to help clear fog or frost from maintain comfort settings by the surface of the mirror when the adjusting the outlet temperature, fan rear window defog button is speed, and air delivery mode.
Page 189 Climate Controls SYNC : Touch SYNC on the display to match the rear climate control temperature to the front climate control driver temperature. The SYNC button will be lit. Adjust the rear climate control temperature to change the linked temperature. The SYNC button turns off.
Page 190 Climate Controls Manual Operation Air Vents Keep the path under all seats clear of objects to help circulate : Turn the knob clockwise or To adjust the center and side air the air inside the vehicle more counterclockwise, or touch and hold outlets on the instrument panel, use effectively.
Page 191 Climate Controls Maintenance 3. Squeeze both sides of the glove box door to open beyond the stops. Passenger Compartment Air Filter The filter reduces the dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from outside air and inside air when in recirculation mode. The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance.
Page 192: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Driving and Engine Exhaust Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing ..234 Engine Exhaust ....211 Operating Assistance Systems for Running the Vehicle While...
Page 193: Driving Information
Driving and Operating Conversions and Add-Ons Driving Information Designate a front seat passenger to handle potential Add-On Electrical distractions. Equipment ....258 Distracted Driving Become familiar with vehicle Distraction comes in many forms features before driving, such as...
Page 194: Defensive Driving
Driving and Operating Refer to the Infotainment section Braking Once the power assist is used up, it and the infotainment manual for can take longer to stop and the Braking action involves perception more information on using that brake pedal will be harder to push. time and reaction time.
Page 195: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating See your dealer if there is a Off-Road Recovery 3. Turn the steering wheel to go problem. straight down the roadway. Curve Tips Loss of Control Take curves at a reasonable Skidding speed. There are three types of skids that Reduce speed before entering a correspond to the vehicle's three curve.
Page 196: Off-Road Driving
Driving and Operating The vehicle may straighten out. not equipped with All Terrain (AT) or Fuel the vehicle, fill fluid levels, Be ready for a second skid if it On-Off Road (OOR) tires must not and check inflation pressure in occurs.
Page 197 Driving and Operating Loading the Vehicle for For more information about loading Warning (Continued) the vehicle, see Vehicle Load Limits Off-Road Driving 0 202. of control. Driving across hills can Warning Environmental Concerns cause a rollover. You could be injured or killed. Do not drive on Always use established trails, Unsecured cargo on the steep hills.
Page 198 Driving and Operating Never try to turn the vehicle Warning Warning around. If the hill is steep enough to stall the vehicle, Driving to the top of a hill at high Heavy braking when going down it is steep enough to cause speed can cause an accident.
Page 199 Driving and Operating 3.2. Stay clear of the path the If an incline must be driven braking. Drive at a reduced speed vehicle would take if it across, and the vehicle starts to and avoid sharp turns or abrupt rolled downhill. slide, turn downhill.
Page 200: Driving On Wet Roads
Driving and Operating water, the brakes get wet, and it Warning (Continued) Warning might take longer to stop. See Driving on Wet Roads 0 199. could drown. If it is only shallow Wet brakes can cause crashes. After Off-Road Driving water, it can still wash away the They might not work as well in a ground from under your tires.
Page 201: Hill And Mountain Roads
Driving and Operating wet enough and you are going fast Hill and Mountain Roads Warning enough. When the vehicle is Driving on steep hills or through hydroplaning, it has little or no Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) mountains is different than driving contact with the road.
Page 202: Winter Driving
Driving and Operating Winter Driving clear roads in shaded areas. Warning The surface of a curve or an Driving on Snow or Ice overpass can remain icy when Snow can trap engine exhaust the surrounding roads are clear. Snow or ice between the tires and under the vehicle.
Page 203: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating If stuck too severely for the traction between R (Reverse) and a low Warning (Continued) system to free the vehicle, turn the forward gear, spinning the wheels traction system off and use the as little as possible. To prevent the fan speed to the highest rocking method.
Page 204 Driving and Operating properly carry, the Tire and Tire and Loading Information cold tire inflation pressures (4). Label Loading Information label and For more information on tires the Certification/Tire label. and inflation see Tires 0 291 and Tire Pressure 0 293. Warning There is also important loading information on the vehicle...
Page 205 Driving and Operating Subtract the combined your vehicle. Consult this Subtract Occupant manual to determine how weight of the driver and Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) this reduces the available passengers from XXX kg or × 2 = 136 kg (300 lbs). XXX lbs.
Page 206 Driving and Operating weight of the driver, passengers, Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). and cargo should never exceed The GVWR includes the weight the vehicle's capacity weight. of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo. Certification/Tire Label The Certification/Tire label may also show the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called the Gross Axle Weight...
Page 207: Starting And Operating
Driving and Operating Starting and Warning Caution (Continued) Operating Things inside the vehicle can breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake strike and injure people in a New Vehicle Break-In linings. sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. Following break-in, engine speed Caution and load can be gradually...
Page 208 Driving and Operating The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) When the vehicle is shifted into Warning transmitter must be in the vehicle for P (Park), the ignition system will the system to operate. If the turn off. Turning off the vehicle while pushbutton start is not working, the Do not turn the engine off when the moving may cause loss of power...
Page 209: Starting The Engine
Driving and Operating ON/RUN/START (Green Indicator Starting the Engine Starting Procedure Light) : This mode is for driving and 1. With the Keyless Access Move the shift lever to P (Park) or starting. With the ignition off, and system, the RKE transmitter N (Neutral).
Page 210: Retained Accessory
Driving and Operating and transmission gently until 3. Turn the ignition off. Caution (Continued) the oil warms up and lubricates Leaving the Vehicle with the all moving parts. battery. Wait at least 15 seconds Engine Running between each try, to let the Retained Accessory cranking motor cool down.
Page 211: Shifting Out Of Park
Driving and Operating If you have to leave the vehicle with If torque lock does occur, your 4. Move the shift lever to the the engine running, be sure the vehicle may need to be pushed desired position. vehicle is in P (Park) and the uphill by another vehicle to relieve If you still are unable to shift out of parking brake is firmly set before...
Page 212: Extended Parking
Driving and Operating Extended Parking Engine Exhaust Warning (Continued) It is better not to park with the There are holes or openings Warning vehicle running. If the vehicle is left in the vehicle body from while running, follow the proper Engine exhaust contains carbon damage or aftermarket steps to be sure the vehicle will not...
Page 213: Running The Vehicle While
Driving and Operating Running the Vehicle Automatic Warning (Continued) While Parked Transmission Do not leave the vehicle when the It is better not to park with the engine is running. If you have left engine running. the engine running, the vehicle If the vehicle is left with the engine can move suddenly.
Page 214 Driving and Operating lever button and move the shift lever Warning Caution into another gear. See Shifting out of Park 0 210. Shifting into a drive gear while the A transmission hot message may R : Use this gear to back up. engine is running at high speed is display if the automatic dangerous.
Page 215: Manual Mode
Driving and Operating designed to improve fuel economy Manual Mode 1. Move the shift lever to and performance. Use the brake to L (Manual Mode). Electronic Range Select hold the vehicle on a hill. Do not use 2. Press + (Plus) or (Minus) on (ERS) Mode the accelerator pedal.
Page 216: Tow/Haul Mode
Driving and Operating If the transmission is in 6 (Sixth) Drive Systems Brakes gear when L (Manual Mode) is selected, a downshift to 4 (Fourth) All-Wheel Drive Antilock Brake will be commanded. If in 5 (Fifth) System (ABS) through 2 (Second) a single Vehicles with this feature can downshift will occur.
Page 217: Electric Parking Brake
Driving and Operating If driving safely on a wet road and it Using ABS The vehicle has an Electric Parking becomes necessary to slam on the Brake (EPB). The EPB can always Do not pump the brakes. Just hold brakes and continue braking to be activated, even if the ignition is the brake pedal down firmly and let avoid a sudden obstacle, a...
Page 218: Brake Assist
Driving and Operating then the EPB is only partially If the EPB fails to apply, block the Caution applied or there is a problem with rear wheels to prevent vehicle the EPB. A DIC message will movement. Driving with the parking brake on display.
Page 219: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
Driving and Operating quickly and forcefully applied the HSA will not activate in a forward or if it is deactivated when the driver brake pedal in an attempt to quickly drive gear when facing downhill, seat belt is unlatched or the driver stop or slow down the vehicle.
Page 220: Ride Control Systems
Driving and Operating Ride Control Systems vehicle wheel brakes to assist the driver in keeping the vehicle on the intended path. Traction Control/ If cruise control is being used and Electronic Stability TCS or StabiliTrak begins to limit Control wheel spin, cruise control will The indicator light for both systems disengage.
Page 221: Hill Descent Control (Hdc)
Driving and Operating 2. Turn the engine off and wait To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on Caution 15 seconds. again, press and release . The 3. Start the engine. Traction Off light and StabiliTrak Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate heavily when TCS is OFF light in the instrument cluster 4.
Page 222: Driver Mode Control
Driving and Operating (50 mph) or above 60 km/h (37 mph) for at least 30 seconds. Press again to re-enable HDC. Driver Mode Control If equipped, the Driver Mode Control A blinking HDC light indicates the has the following Modes: Tour system is actively applying the (FWD), Sport, All-Wheel Drive brakes to maintain vehicle speed.
Page 223 Driving and Operating While in the Electronic Range AWD (AWD Only) : AWD Mode Snow/Ice (FWD Only) : Snow/ Select (ERS) mode, grade braking provides drive torque to all four Ice Mode improves vehicle is deactivated, allowing the driver to wheels.
Page 224: Cruise Control
Driving and Operating Cruise Control Electronic Stability Control 0 219. : Press to turn the system on If a collision alert occurs when and off. A white indicator appears in cruise control is activated, cruise the instrument cluster when cruise Warning control is disengaged.
Page 225 Driving and Operating 3. Press and release SET . The To increase vehicle speed in Passing Another Vehicle While desired set speed briefly small increments, briefly press Using Cruise Control appears in the instrument RES+. For each press, the Use the accelerator pedal to cluster.
Page 226: Adaptive Cruise Control
Driving and Operating Ending Cruise Control your path, ACC works like regular Warning (Continued) cruise control. ACC uses camera There are four ways to end cruise and radar sensors. control: a collision with another vehicle If a vehicle is detected in your path, you are following.
Page 227 Driving and Operating Switching Between ACC and : Press to turn the system on or Warning (Continued) Regular Cruise Control off. The indicator turns white on the instrument cluster when ACC is To switch between ACC and regular a vehicle ahead. Keep the turned on.
Page 228 Driving and Operating To set ACC: Resuming a Set Speed Warning If ACC is set at a desired speed and 1. Press then the brakes are applied, ACC is Always check the cruise control 2. Get up to the desired speed. disengaged without erasing the set indicator on the instrument cluster speed from memory.
Page 229 Driving and Operating exited a sharp curve, then the To increase vehicle speed in The speedometer reading can be vehicle speed will increase to the larger increments, press RES+ displayed in either English or metric set speed. to the second detent. For each units.
Page 230 Driving and Operating decreases to the next 5 km/h faster the vehicle speed, the further When this condition occurs, six red (5 mph) mark on the back your vehicle will follow a lights will flash on the windshield. speedometer. vehicle detected ahead. Consider Either eight beeps will sound from traffic and weather conditions when the front, or both sides of the Safety...
Page 231 Driving and Operating ACC automatically slows the vehicle The ACC indicator will turn white Warning (Continued) down and adjusts vehicle speed to when ACC is no longer active. follow the vehicle in front at the could cause a crash. Use caution Notification to Resume ACC selected follow gap.
Page 232 Driving and Operating Parking Brake 0 216. To resume Curves in the Road Warning (Continued) ACC and release the EPB, press the accelerator pedal. Warning vehicle in P (Park) and turn off A DIC warning message may the ignition before leaving the On curves, ACC may not detect a display indicating to shift to P (Park) vehicle.
Page 233 Driving and Operating Other Vehicle Lane Changes Warning (Continued) to use the brakes if necessary. Select an appropriate speed while driving in curves. ACC may operate differently in a sharp curve. It may reduce the vehicle speed if the curve is too ACC may detect a vehicle that is sharp.
Page 234: Driver Assistance Systems
Driving and Operating lane while driving on steep hills. The For cleaning instructions, see Driver Assistance driver will often need to take over Washing the Vehicle under Systems acceleration and braking on steep Exterior Care 0 320. hills, especially when towing a System operation may also be This vehicle may have features that trailer.
Page 235: Assistance Systems For Parking Or Backing
Driving and Operating Assistance Systems for Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Parking or Backing Detect children, Complete attention is always If equipped, the Rear Vision Camera pedestrians, bicyclists, required while driving, and you (RVC), Rear Parking Assist (RPA), or animals. should be ready to take action Front Parking Assist (FPA), and apply the brakes and/or steer Detect vehicles or objects...
Page 236 Driving and Operating Displayed images may be farther or display to view the rear camera. closer than they appear. The area Touch X to exit the view or it will be displayed is limited and objects that removed automatically after are close to either corner of the eight seconds.
Page 237 Driving and Operating on the bottom of the outside R (Reverse) to a forward gear, or by rearview mirrors, and the rear touching CAMERA in the camera is above the license plate. infotainment display, and when the vehicle is moving forward slower than 8 km/h (5 mph).
Page 238 Driving and Operating Parking Assist When an object is first detected in Warning (Continued) the rear, one beep will be heard With RPA, and if equipped with FPA, from the rear, or both sides of the as the vehicle moves at speeds of (5 mph).
Page 239: Forward Collision Alert (Fca)
Driving and Operating Use caution while backing up when Assistance Systems for FCA detects vehicles within a towing a trailer, as the RCTA distance of approximately 60 m Driving detection zones that extend out (197 ft) and operates at speeds from the back of the vehicle do not If equipped, when driving the above 8 km/h (5 mph).
Page 240 Driving and Operating FCA can be disabled with either the When your vehicle approaches Warning FCA steering wheel control or, another detected vehicle too rapidly, if equipped, through vehicle the red FCA display will flash on the FCA does not provide a warning personalization.
Page 241: Forward Automatic
Driving and Operating Selecting the Alert Timing the alert timing. The range of vehicles, or shadows. These alerts selectable alert timings may not be are normal operation and the appropriate for all drivers and vehicle does not need service. driving conditions. Cleaning the System If your vehicle is equipped with If the FCA system does not seem to...
Page 242 Driving and Operating driving in a forward gear. Depending Warning (Continued) Warning on the situation, the vehicle may automatically brake moderately or Detect a vehicle ahead on FAB may automatically brake the hard. This forward automatic winding or hilly roads. vehicle suddenly in situations braking can only occur if a vehicle is where it is unexpected and...
Page 243: Front Pedestrian Braking
Driving and Operating Heavy rain or snow is interfering may also respond to pedestrians. Warning with object detection. See Forward Automatic Braking (FAB) 0 240. There is a problem with the IBA may increase vehicle braking StabiliTrak system. The FPB system can detect and in situations when it may not be alert to pedestrians in a forward necessary.
Page 244 Driving and Operating Detecting the Pedestrian the front, or both sides of the Safety Warning (Continued) Alert Seat will pulse five times. Ahead When this Pedestrian Alert occurs, Due to poor visibility, the brake system may prepare for including nighttime driver braking to occur more rapidly conditions, fog, rain, which can cause a brief, mild...
Page 245: Side Blind Zone
Driving and Operating of the accelerator pedal will also the same side, the display will flash Warning release Automatic Braking and as an extra warning not to change the EPB. lanes. Since this system is part of Using the Front Pedestrian the Lane Change Alert (LCA) Braking system while towing a system, read the entire LCA section...
Page 246 Driving and Operating and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. The When the vehicle is started, both Warning (Continued) Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) outside mirror LCA displays will warning area starts at approximately briefly come on to indicate the Failure to use proper care when the middle of the vehicle and goes system is operating.
Page 247: Lane Departure Warning (Ldw)
Driving and Operating highway road with traffic and LCA may not operate when the LCA Lane Departure roadside objects (e.g., guardrails, sensors in the left or right corners of Warning (LDW) barriers). the rear bumper are covered with mud, dirt, snow, ice, or slush, or in If equipped, LDW may help avoid LCA displays may not come on heavy rainstorms.
Page 248 Driving and Operating camera to detect lane markings Warning (Continued) Warning between 60 km/h (37 mph) and 180 km/h (112 mph). Detect lanes on winding or Using LKA while towing a trailer hilly roads. or on slippery roads could cause Warning loss of control of the vehicle and If LKA only detects lane markings...
Page 249: Fuel
Driving and Operating three times, on the right or left, A system unavailable message may Fuel depending on the lane departure display if the camera is blocked. Use the recommended fuel for direction. The LKA system does not need proper vehicle maintenance. service.
Page 250: Fuel Additives
Driving and Operating fuel tank at every engine oil change Caution (Continued) Warning (Continued) or every 15 000 km (9,000 mi), whichever occurs first. (MMT), which can damage Keep children away from the emissions control the fuel pump and never let Filling the Tank system and spark plugs.
Page 251: Filling A Portable Fuel
Driving and Operating To open the fuel door, push and nozzle. Clean fuel from painted Warning release the rearward center edge of surfaces as soon as possible. See the door. The fuel door is locked Exterior Care 0 320. Attempting to refuel without using when the vehicle doors are locked.
Page 252: Trailer Towing General Towing
Driving and Operating Trailer Towing Do not tow a trailer during the Warning (Continued) first 800 km (500 mi), to prevent damage to the engine, axle or General Towing Use approved fuel other parts. containers. Information Then, during the first 800 km Remove the container from (500 mi) trailer towing, do not Only use towing equipment that has...
Page 253 Driving and Operating vehicle itself. Get acquainted with Following Distance Warning the handling and braking of the rig Stay at least twice as far behind the before setting out for the open road. vehicle ahead as you would when When towing a trailer, exhaust Before starting, check all trailer hitch driving the vehicle without a trailer.
Page 254 Driving and Operating Making Turns When towing a trailer, the arrows on To avoid this, let the engine run the instrument cluster flash for turns while parked, preferably on level even if the bulbs on the trailer are ground, with the transmission in Caution burned out.
Page 255: Trailer Towing
Driving and Operating 3. When the wheel chocks are in in trailer operation are automatic Weight of the Trailer place, release the brake pedal transmission fluid, engine oil, axle How heavy can a trailer safely be? until the chocks absorb lubricant, belts, cooling system and Speed, altitude, road grades, the load.
Page 256 Driving and Operating Vehicle Maximum Trailer Weight *GCWR 3.6L Engine 454 kg (1,000 lb) 2 722 kg (6,000 lb) 3.6L Engine With V92 Trailer Towing Package 1 814 kg (4,000 lb) 4 075 kg (8,984 lb) *The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment, and conversions.
Page 257: Towing Equipment
Driving and Operating additional weight may reduce the Towing Equipment Weight-Distributing Hitches and trailering capacity more than the Weight Carrying Hitches Hitches total of the additional weight. It is important that the vehicle does It is important to have the correct not exceed any of its ratings hitch equipment.
Page 258 Driving and Operating becomes separated from the hitch. Because the vehicle has antilock White/Green: Back-up Lamps Always leave just enough slack so brakes, do not tap into the vehicle's Red/Green: Back-up Lamps the rig can turn. Never allow safety hydraulic brake system. If you do, Black: Ground chains to drag on the ground.
Page 259 Driving and Operating instrument panel contains blunt cut Conversions and Caution wires above the parking brake Add-Ons assembly for the electric trailer Some electrical equipment can brake controller. The harness damage the vehicle or cause Add-On Electrical contains the following wires: components to not work and Equipment Blue: To Trailer...
Page 260: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care Vehicle Care Park Brake and P (Park) Tire Pressure ....293 Mechanism Check ..277 Tire Pressure for High-Speed Wiper Blade Replacement .
Page 261: General Information
Vehicle Care Appearance Care General Information certified parts, including control module or software modifications, is Exterior Care ....320 For service and parts needs, visit not covered under the terms of the Interior Care .
Page 262: Vehicle Checks
Vehicle Care Vehicle Checks Caution Doing Your Own Even small amounts of contamination can cause damage Service Work to vehicle systems. Do not allow contaminants to contact the fluids, Warning reservoir caps, or dipsticks. It can be dangerous to work on your vehicle if you do not have Hood the proper knowledge, service...
Page 263 Vehicle Care Pull the hood down to close. Lower the hood until the lifting pressure of the strut is reduced. Then allow the hood to fall and latch into place under its own weight. Check to make sure the hood is closed. If the hood does not fully latch, gently push the hood down at the front and center of the hood until it is...
Page 264: Overview
Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview...
Page 265: Engine Oil
Vehicle Care 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 267. Engine Oil dipstick handle is a loop. See Engine Compartment Overview 2. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See To ensure proper engine 0 263 for the location. Engine Oil 0 264. performance and long life, careful attention must be paid to engine oil.
Page 266 Vehicle Care If unable to wait two hours, the Selecting the Right Engine Oil Caution engine must be off for at least Selecting the right engine oil 15 minutes if the engine is depends on both the proper oil Do not add too much oil. Oil warm, or at least 30 minutes if specification and viscosity grade.
Page 267: Engine Oil Life System
Vehicle Care Viscosity Grade What to Do with Used Oil include engine revolutions, engine temperature, and miles driven. Use SAE 5W-30 viscosity grade Used engine oil contains certain Based on driving conditions, the engine oil. elements that can be unhealthy for mileage at which an oil change is your skin and could even cause Cold Temperature Operation: In an...
Page 268: Automatic Transmission
Vehicle Care If the system is ever reset Automatic Transmission The transmission fluid will not reach accidentally, the oil must be the end of the dipstick unless the Fluid changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) transmission is at operating since the last oil change.
Page 269: Cooling System
Vehicle Care debris. Remove the engine air 3. Lower the cover and secure cleaner/filter. Lightly tap and shake with the five screws. the engine air cleaner/filter (away from the vehicle), to release loose Warning dust and dirt. Inspect the engine air cleaner/filter for damage, and Operating the engine with the air replace if damaged.
Page 270 Vehicle Care What to Use Helps keep the proper engine Warning temperature Warning Do not touch heater or radiator Caution hoses, or other engine parts. Do not touch heater or radiator They can be very hot and can Do not use anything other than a hoses, or other engine parts.
Page 271 Vehicle Care Checking Coolant How to Add Coolant to the Warning Coolant Surge Tank The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant Plain water, or other liquids such Warning level. as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will.
Page 272: Engine Overheating
Vehicle Care and DEX-COOL coolant. Be sure 5. Replace the pressure cap the cooling system, including the tightly. coolant surge tank pressure cap, is 6. Verify coolant level after the cool before you do it. engine is shut off and the coolant is cold.
Page 273 Vehicle Care The vehicle may also display a If Steam Is Coming from the If the overheat warning is displayed message on the Driver Information with no sign of steam: Engine Compartment Center (DIC). 1. Turn the air conditioning off. If the decision is made not to lift the Warning 2.
Page 274: Washer Fluid
Vehicle Care If there is no sign of steam, idle the Open the cap with the washer Caution (Continued) engine for three minutes while symbol on it. Add washer fluid until parked. If the warning is still the tank is full. See Engine When using concentrated displayed, turn off the engine until it Compartment Overview 0 263 for...
Page 275: Brake Fluid
Vehicle Care proper sequence to torque Brake Fluid Warning specifications. See Capacities and Specifications 0 341. The brake wear warning sound Brake pads should be replaced as means that soon the brakes will complete sets. not work well. That could lead to a crash.
Page 276: Battery
Vehicle Care A fluid leak in the brake When the brake fluid falls to a low Caution hydraulic system. Have the level, the brake warning light comes brake hydraulic system fixed. on. See Brake System Warning If brake fluid is spilled on the With a leak, the brakes will not Light 0 130.
Page 277: All-Wheel Drive
Vehicle Care All-Wheel Drive Warning Transfer Case Batteries have acid that can burn Under normal driving conditions, you and gas that can explode. transfer case fluid does not require You can be hurt badly if you are maintenance unless there is a fluid not careful.
Page 278: Check
Vehicle Care Do not use the accelerator 2. Apply the parking brake. Be Park on a fairly steep hill, with the pedal, and be ready to turn off ready to apply the regular vehicle facing downhill. Keeping the engine immediately if it brake immediately if the vehicle your foot on the regular brake, set starts.
Page 279 Vehicle Care proper windshield wiper blade Rear Wiper Blade Replacement length and type, see Maintenance To remove the wiper blade: Replacement Parts 0 338. 1. Lift the wiper arm away from the window. The rear wiper arm Caution will only lift off the glass at a small angle to allow for wiper Allowing the wiper arm to touch blade removal.
Page 280: Windshield Replacement
Vehicle Care 3. Push the new blade assembly Warning securely on the wiper arm until the release lever clicks into If the gas struts that hold open place. the hood, trunk, and/or liftgate fail, you or others could be seriously Windshield Replacement injured.
Page 281: Headlamp Aiming
Vehicle Care Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement should need no further adjustment. bulbs, or any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, contact your dealer.
Page 282: License Plate Lamp
Vehicle Care License Plate Lamp Electrical System To replace one of these bulbs: High Voltage Devices and Wiring Warning Exposure to high voltage can cause shock, burns, and even death. The high voltage components in the vehicle can only be serviced by technicians 3.
Page 283: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Vehicle Care When the current electrical load is Windshield Wipers Danger too heavy, the circuit breaker opens If the wiper motor overheats due to and closes, protecting the circuit heavy snow or ice, the windshield Fuses and circuit breakers are until the current load returns to wipers will stop until the motor cools marked with their ampere rating.
Page 284 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Caution Fuse Block Spilling liquid on any electrical The underhood fuse block is in the component on the vehicle may engine compartment, on the driver damage it. Always keep the side of the vehicle. covers on any electrical component.
Page 285 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage DC DC transformer 2 Starter 3 Front wiper Starter 2 LED/Automatic headlamp leveling Rear wiper 1 Automatic headlamp leveling module Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Starter 1 Antilock brake DC DC transformer 1 system...
Page 286 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Electronic brake Headlamp Heated steering control module high-beam right wheel Parking/Trailer Automatic headlamp Air conditioning lamps leveling motor clutch Right trailer Transmission control Transmission range stoplamp/Turn module 1 control module signal lamp Left rear bus Coolant pump Steering column lock...
Page 287: Block
Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Fuses Usage Relays Usage Block Engine control Starter 3 module even LED/Automatic Engine control headlamps module powertrain 1 Engine control Coolant pump module powertrain 2 Engine control Powertrain TRCM module Air conditioning Starter 2 The instrument panel fuse block is inside the center console on the passenger side of the vehicle.
Page 288 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Body control module 6 Diagnostic link Electric steering column lock Logistics Heating, ventilation, and air To reinstall the door, push the door conditioning back into its original location. Body control module 3 Head-up display (if equipped) Right front heated seat Airbag/Seat belt...
Page 289: Rear Compartment Fuse
Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Circuit Usage Breakers Left front Heating, heated seat ventilation, and air conditioning Instrument panel display switch bank Auxiliary power Radio Sunroof outlet/Lighter Steering wheel Body control adjustment controls Rear Compartment Fuse module 1 Block Front blower Instrument cluster DC AC inverter...
Page 290 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Driver seat belt motor Rear blower Rear drive control Passenger seat belt motor Right window Rear defogger Left window Remove the side bin, load floor, and foam. See Cargo Management System 0 107. Trailer reverse Remove the trim plate to access the fuse block.
Page 291 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Window module External object calculating/Side Rear closure blind zone alert Passenger window Memory seat switch module Universal garage Automatic door opener/Rain occupancy sensor Trailer brake sensor Trailer battery 2 Driver ventilated Theft deterrent seat/Lumbar Passive entry/ Circuit...
Page 292: Wheels And Tires
Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Tires Underinflated tires pose Replace any tires that the same danger as have been damaged by Every new GM vehicle has overloaded tires. The impacts with potholes, high-quality tires made by a resulting crash could curbs, etc.
Page 293: All-Season Tires
Vehicle Care All-Season Tires traction on snow and ice-covered tires with a lower speed rating are roads. Consider installing winter chosen, never exceed the tire's This vehicle may come with maximum speed capability. tires on the vehicle if frequent all-season tires. These tires are driving on ice or snow covered designed to provide good overall Summer Tires...
Page 294: Tire Pressure
Vehicle Care The Tire and Loading Caution (Continued) Caution Information label on the vehicle indicates the original equipment (20 °F). Always store high Neither tire underinflation nor tires and the correct cold tire performance summer tires overinflation is good. inflation pressures. The indoors and at temperatures Underinflated tires, or tires recommended pressure is the...
Page 295: Tire Pressure For High-Speed
Vehicle Care How to Check Put the valve caps back on the Warning (Continued) valve stems to keep out dirt and Use a good quality pocket-type moisture and prevent leaks. Use to be driven at high speeds, make gauge to check tire pressure. only valve caps designed for the sure the tires are rated for Proper tire inflation cannot be...
Page 296: System
Vehicle Care this: Maximum load vehicle placard or tire inflation responsibility to maintain correct tire 690 kg (1,521 lbs) 300 kPa (44 psi) pressure label. (If your vehicle has pressure, even if under-inflation has Max. Press. tires of a different size than the size not reached the level to trigger indicated on the vehicle placard or illumination of the TPMS low tire...
Page 297: Tire Pressure Monitor
Vehicle Care ensure that the replacement or When a low tire pressure condition air pressure is getting low and alternate tires and wheels allow the is detected, the TPMS illuminates needs to be inflated to the proper TPMS to continue to function the low tire pressure warning light pressure.
Page 298 Vehicle Care is replaced and the sensor could prevent the TPMS from Caution (Continued) matching process is performed functioning properly. See Buying successfully. See TPMS Sensor New Tires 0 301. the GM approved tire sealant Matching Process later in this Operating electronic devices or available through your dealer or section.
Page 299 Vehicle Care 4. Add air to the tire that is TPMS Sensor Matching If the hazard warning flashers are underinflated. The turn signal on, the tire fill alert visual feedback Process lamp will flash. will not work properly. Each TPMS sensor has a unique When the recommended The TPMS will not activate the tire identification code.
Page 300: Tire Inspection
Vehicle Care The TPMS sensor matching 6. Start with the driver side 12. Set all four tires to the process is: front tire. recommended air pressure level as indicated on the Tire 1. Set the parking brake. 7. Place the relearn tool against and Loading Information label.
Page 301: Tire Rotation
Vehicle Care The tire has a puncture, cut, Check that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See Wheel or other damage that cannot Nut Torque under Capacities be repaired well because of the size or location of the and Specifications 0 341. damage.
Page 302: When It Is Time For New
Vehicle Care When It Is Time for New The rubber in tires ages over time. of grease, gasoline, or other This also applies to the spare tire, substances that can deteriorate Tires rubber. if the vehicle has one, even if it is Factors such as maintenance, never used.
Page 303 Vehicle Care vehicle, including brake system if it is necessary to replace only Warning performance, ride and handling, one axle set of worn tires, place traction control, and tire the new tires on the rear axle. Mixing tires of different sizes, pressure monitoring brands, or types may cause Winter tires with the same speed...
Page 304: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Vehicle Care load range, speed rating, and electronic systems such as antilock Wheel Alignment and Tire brakes, rollover airbags, traction construction (radial) as the Balance control, electronic stability control, original tires. or All-Wheel Drive, the performance The tires and wheels were aligned Vehicles that have a tire of these systems can also be and balanced at the factory to...
Page 305: Tire Chains
Vehicle Care Some aluminum wheels can be Tire Chains Caution repaired. See your dealer if any of these conditions exist. Warning The wrong wheel can also cause Your dealer will know the kind of problems with bearing life, brake wheel that is needed. If the vehicle has a tire size other cooling, speedometer or than 235/65R18, do not use tire...
Page 306: If A Tire Goes Flat
Vehicle Care If a Tire Goes Flat Caution Warning It is unusual for a tire to blow out If the vehicle is equipped with Driving on a flat tire will cause while driving, especially if the tires 235/65R18 size tires, use tire permanent damage to the tire.
Page 307: Tire Changing
Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) be badly injured or killed if the 2. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack manual transmission in is provided with the vehicle, only 1 (First) or R (Reverse).
Page 308 Vehicle Care 2. Lift the load floor. 4. Turn the wing nut (3) 2. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to remove the counterclockwise to loosen all 3. Remove the cargo jack (1) and wheel wrench (2). the wheel nuts, but do not management system.
Page 309 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) killed. Never get under a vehicle the vehicle, it is designed only for when it is supported only by changing a flat tire. If it is used for a jack. anything else, you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack.
Page 310 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) towel can be used; however, use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt. 5. Turn the wheel wrench 8. Remove all of the wheel nuts. clockwise to raise the jack lift 9.
Page 311 Vehicle Care Warning Warning (Continued) Never use oil or grease on bolts nuts. See Capacities and or nuts because the nuts might Specifications 0 341 for original come loose. The vehicle's wheel equipment wheel nut torque could fall off, causing a crash. specifications.
Page 312 Vehicle Care Storing the Flat Tire Caution Wheel covers will not fit on the vehicle's compact spare. If you try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare, the cover or the spare could be damaged. Warning Storing a jack, a tire, or other 1.
Page 313: Compact Spare Tire
Vehicle Care 2. Lift the load floor. 3. Remove the cargo management system. 4. Put back the spare tire and all tools as they were stored in the rear storage compartment. 5. Install the cargo management system and load floor. The compact spare is for temporary use only.
Page 314 Vehicle Care Check the inflation pressure prevent excessive wear on the Caution regularly. It should be 420 kPa clutch in the AWD, replace the (60 psi). compact spare tire with a full-size Tire chains will not fit the compact tire as soon as possible. Stop as soon as possible and check spare.
Page 315: Jump Starting
Vehicle Care Jump Starting 4. Good Battery Positive (+) Caution Terminal For more information about the The jump start positive (+) Ignoring these steps could result vehicle battery, see Battery 0 275. Terminal (1) and the negative in costly damage to the vehicle If the battery has run down, try to remote negative terminal (2) for the that would not be covered by the...
Page 316 Vehicle Care 3. Set the parking brake firmly Warning Warning and put the shift lever in P (Park) with an automatic An electric fan can start up even Fans or other moving engine transmission, or Neutral with a when the engine is not running parts can injure you badly.
Page 317: Towing The Vehicle
Vehicle Care 10. Try to start the vehicle that had Towing the Vehicle Front Attachment Points the dead battery. If it will not start after a few tries, it Caution probably needs service. Incorrectly towing a disabled Caution vehicle may cause damage. The damage would not be covered by If the jumper cables are the vehicle warranty.
Page 318 Vehicle Care towing. Dinghy towing is towing the by putting the front wheels on a Caution vehicle with all four wheels on the dolly. See Dolly Towing later in this ground. Dolly towing is towing the section. Use of a shield mounted in front vehicle with two wheels on the If the vehicle is all-wheel drive, it of the vehicle grille could restrict...
Page 319 Vehicle Care Caution (Continued) Caution steps of the dinghy towing Too much or too little fluid can procedure prior to and after damage the transmission. Be towing the vehicle. sure that the transmission fluid is at the proper level before towing with all four wheels on the ground.
Page 320 Vehicle Care Dolly Towing (All-Wheel-Drive Dolly Towing 6. Release the parking brake. Vehicles) (Front-Wheel-Drive Towing the Vehicle from Vehicles Only) the Rear All-wheel-drive vehicles must not be towed with two wheels on the To tow a front-wheel-drive vehicle ground. To properly tow these from the front with the rear wheels vehicles, they should be placed on on the ground:...
Page 321 Vehicle Care Appearance Care Caution Caution (Continued) Exterior Care Towing the vehicle from the rear your dealer. Follow all could damage it. Also, repairs manufacturer directions regarding Locks would not be covered by the correct product usage, necessary vehicle warranty. Never have the safety precautions, and Locks are lubricated at the factory.
Page 322 Vehicle Care have the damage assessed and Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued) repaired. Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice This could cause damage that may damage it. Use only melting agents, road oil and tar, tree would not be covered by the non-abrasive waxes and polishes sap, bird droppings, chemicals from vehicle warranty.
Page 323 Vehicle Care Be sure the molding is cool to Lamp covers are made of plastic, Caution the touch before applying any and some have a UV protective cleaning solution. coating. Do not clean or wipe them Using wax on low gloss black when dry.
Page 324 Vehicle Care The vehicle may have a shutter application. Black marks from Caution system designed to help increase rubber material on painted surfaces fuel economy. Keep the shutter can be removed by rubbing with a Chrome wheels and other chrome system clean for proper operation.
Page 325 Vehicle Care Body Component Lubrication Sheet Metal Damage Caution (Continued) Lubricate all key lock cylinders, If the vehicle is damaged and hood hinges, liftgate hinges, and the requires sheet metal repair or brushes. Damage could occur steel fuel door hinges, unless the replacement, make sure the body and the repairs would not be components are plastic.
Page 326 Vehicle Care Interior Care To prevent damage, do not clean Interior Glass the interior using the following To clean, use a terry cloth fabric To prevent dirt particle abrasions, cleaners or techniques: dampened with water. Wipe droplets regularly clean the vehicle's interior. Never use a razor or any other left behind with a clean dry cloth.
Page 327 Vehicle Care When lightly soiled, wipe with a 3. Start on the outside edge of the Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces sponge or soft, lint-free cloth soil and gently rub toward the and Vehicle Information and dampened with water. center. Fold the cleaning cloth Radio Displays to a clean area frequently to When heavily soiled, use warm...
Page 328 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel, Leather, Cargo Cover and Caution (Continued) Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces, Convenience Net Low Gloss Paint Surfaces, and the appearance and feel of Wash with warm water and mild Natural Open Pore Wood leather or soft trim, and are not detergent.
Page 329 Vehicle Care Floor Mats Do not use a floor mat if the Some vehicles have floor mats with vehicle is not equipped with a a button-type retainer. floor mat retainer on the driver Warning Removing and Replacing the side floor. Floor Mat If a floor mat is the wrong size or Use the floor mat with the...
Page 330: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance Service and General Information changes and tire rotations and additional maintenance items like Maintenance Your vehicle is an important tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper investment. This section describes blades. the required maintenance for the vehicle. Follow this schedule to help General Information Caution protect against major repair...
Page 331 Service and Maintenance have your dealer perform these The Additional Required Services - Maintenance services every 10 000 km/6,000 mi. Severe Service are for vehicles Schedule Proper vehicle maintenance helps to that are: keep the vehicle in good working Mainly driven in heavy city traffic Owner Checks and Services condition, improves fuel economy, in hot weather.
Page 332 Service and Maintenance indicate the need for vehicle service Check windshield washer fluid Check restraint system for up to one year. The engine oil level. See Washer Fluid 0 273. components. See Safety System and filter must be changed at least Check 0 72.
Page 333 Service and Maintenance Check drive and accessory belts needed if the vehicle is driven in Every 240 000 km/150,000 mi (power steering, AC compressor, areas with heavy traffic, areas Drain and fill engine cooling alternator). Check condition and with poor air quality, or areas system.
Page 334 Service and Maintenance High use commercial vehicles * Footnote: Under extreme Every 80 000 km/50,000 mi such as courier delivery driving conditions listed above, it Replace spark plugs. Inspect vehicles, private security patrol may be necessary to replace spark plug wires. vehicles or any vehicles that your spark plugs at more Every 240 000 km/150,000 mi...
Page 335 Service and Maintenance Special Application Additional To avoid break-down or failure to start the vehicle, maintain a Services Maintenance and Care battery with full cranking power. Trained dealer technicians have Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important the diagnostic equipment to test Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis investment and caring for it properly the battery and ensure that the...
Page 336 Service and Maintenance Trained dealer technicians have Lamps of leaking, blown seals, access to tools and equipment or damage, and can advise Properly working headlamps, to inspect the brakes and when service is needed. taillamps, and brake lamps are recommend quality parts important to see and be seen on Tires engineered for the vehicle.
Page 337 Service and Maintenance information on how to clean and Wiper Blades protect the vehicle s interior and Wiper blades need to be cleaned exterior, see Interior Care 0 325 and and kept in good condition to Exterior Care 0 320. provide a clear view.
Page 338 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant Automatic Transmission DEXRON-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant. See Cooling System 0 268. Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade.
Page 339 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 23321606 A3212C Engine Oil Filter 19330000 PF63E Passenger Compartment Air Filter 13508023 CF185 Spark Plugs...
Page 340 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 341: Technical Data
Technical Data Technical Data Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Label Vehicle Identification There may be a label in the rear Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) compartment, under the load floor, Vehicle Identification inside the cargo storage shelf unit, Number (VIN) ....340 that contains the following Service Parts Identification information:...
Page 342 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 337 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood.
Page 343 Technical Data Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Horsepower Torque Spark Plug Gap 3.6L V6 Engine 250 kW (335 hp) (285 lb ft) 0.80 0.90 mm (0.031 @ 6800 min @ 5300 min 0.035 in) Vehicle Top Speed Top Speed Metric English 3.6L V6 Engine 210 km/h...
Page 344 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing...
Page 345: Customer Information
Customer Information Customer Vehicle Data Event Data Recorders Recording and Information This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The Privacy main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near The vehicle has a number of Vehicle Data Recording and crash-like situations, such as an computers that record information...
Page 346 Customer Information These data can help provide a GM will not access these data or better understanding of the share it with others except: with the circumstances in which crashes and consent of the vehicle owner or, injuries occur. if the vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee;...
Page 347: Index
Index Index Airbag System (cont'd) Where Are the Airbags? ..75 Accessories and Airbags Modifications ....260 Adding Equipment to the Accessory Power .
Page 348 Index Assistance Systems for Bluetooth Cargo Driving ......238 Overview ....175, 176 Cover .
Page 349 Index Compartments Delayed Locking ....36 Driving (cont'd) Vehicle Load Limits ... 202 Storage ..... . . 105 Devices Control Auxiliary .
Page 350 Index Engine (cont'd) Fluid Fuses (cont'd) Instrument Panel Fuse Drive Belt Routing ... . 343 Automatic Transmission ..267 Exhaust ..... . .211 Brakes .
Page 351 Index Hill Descent Control Light ..132 Hill Start Assist (HSA) ..218 Halogen Bulbs ....280 Lamps Home Page .
Page 352 Index Lighting Lights (cont'd) Maintenance Schedule (cont'd) StabiliTrak OFF ....133 Entry ......161 Recommended Fluids and Exit .
Page 353 Index Parking (cont'd) Power (cont'd) Windows ..... . . 47 Extended ..... .211 New Vehicle Break-In .
Page 354 Index Replacement Parts Seat Belts (cont'd) Service (cont'd) Maintenance, General Airbags ......85 How to Wear Seat Belts Maintenance .
Page 355 Index Starter Switch Check ... 276 System (cont'd) Tires (cont'd) Roof Rack ..... 111 Winter .
Page 356 Index Winter Tires ....292 Wiper Blade Replacement ..277 Universal Remote System Warning Wipers Operation ..... 154 Brake System Light .
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GMC 2018 Acadia Denali Owner's Manual

Acadia/Acadia Denali Owner's Manual

In Brief 5

Instrument Panel

Initial Drive Information

Vehicle Features

Performance and Maintenance

Keys, Doors, and

Keys and Locks

Vehicle Security

Interior Mirrors

Windows

Roof

Seats and

Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

Front Seats

Rear Seats

Seat Belts

Airbag System

Child Restraints

Storage 105 Storage Storage Armrest Storage Compartments

Storage Compartments

Roof Rack System

Controls

Lighting 155 Lighting Lighting Features Exterior Lighting

Infotainment System 163 Infotainment Trademarks and License Introduction System

Introduction

Radio

Phone

Driving and

Driving and Operating

Driving Information

Starting and Operating

Engine Exhaust

Automatic Transmission

Brakes

Drive Systems

Ride Control Systems

Cruise Control

Driver Assistance Systems

Fuel

Quick Links

Chapters

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