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  • Page 103: Table Of Contents

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  • Page 104 ..... . . 3-37 ........3-52 Ultrasonic Front and Rear Parking Assist Glove Box .
  • Page 105 Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. Children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window.
  • Page 106: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System

    See Radio Frequency Statement on page 8 17 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functions Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry work up to 60 m (195 feet) away from the vehicle. Canada Standards RSS-210/220/310.
  • Page 107: Operation

    Press to lock all the doors. If enabled Press and hold for more than two seconds to through the Driver Information Center (DIC), the parking activate the panic alarm. The turn signal lamps flash lamps may flash once to indicate locking has occurred. and the horn sounds repeatedly for 30 seconds.
  • Page 108 To replace the battery: 1. Separate the transmitter with a flat, thin object Replace the battery if the REPLACE BATTERY IN inserted into the notch, located above the REMOTE KEY message displays in the DIC. See metal base. REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 62 for additional 2.
  • Page 109: Remote Vehicle Start

    Laws in some communities may restrict the use of When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn remote starters. For example, some laws may require a on and remain on while the vehicle is running. The person using remote start to have the vehicle in view vehicle's doors will be locked.
  • Page 110 minutes. For example, if the lock button and then the remote start buttons are pressed again after five minutes of the engine run time, 10 minutes are added and you now have 15 minutes of engine running. The added ten minutes are considered a second remote vehicle start.
  • Page 111: Door Locks

    With power door locks, the switches on the front doors can be used to lock and unlock the vehicle. Outsiders can easily enter through an Press to unlock the doors. unlocked door when you slow down or stop Remove the key from the ignition and press the vehicle.
  • Page 112 3. Do the same for the other rear door. To open a rear door when the security lock is on, do the Rear door security locks prevent passengers from following: opening the rear doors from the inside. 1. Unlock the door using the Remote Keyless Entry The rear door security locks are located on the inside (RKE) transmitter, if the vehicle has one, the power edge of each rear door.
  • Page 113 The remote trunk release button is located to the left of the steering wheel next to the instrument panel brightness control. Press the button to open the trunk. The vehicle must be in P (Park) or N (Neutral) and the valet lockout switch must Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven be off to use this button.
  • Page 114 There is a glow-in-the-dark emergency trunk release handle located inside the trunk near the latch. This handle will glow following exposure to light. Pull the release handle to open the trunk from the inside. The vehicle has a small door in the rear seat. This door allows access to the trunk from inside the vehicle.
  • Page 115 Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
  • Page 116 The power window switches are located on the driver door. Leaving children in a vehicle with the keys is dangerous for many reasons. Children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move.
  • Page 117 Windows with the express feature allow the windows to be raised and lowered all the way without holding the switch. Press or pull the switch fully and release it to activate If express override is activated, the window will the express feature. not reverse automatically.
  • Page 118 If the battery on the vehicle has been recharged, The rear window lockout button disconnected, or is not working, you will need to is located on the driver door near the window switches. reprogram each front power window for the express-up Press the right side of the button to disable the rear feature to work.
  • Page 119 If your vehicle has a rear power sunshade, it helps to This vehicle has theft-deterrent features, however, they reduce the amount of heat and light entering the rear do not make it impossible to steal. window. The switch is located on the overhead console.
  • Page 120 Press this side of the button to turn the lockout feature on. When the lockout feature is turned on, the The security light is trunk cannot be unlocked with the keyless entry located on the instrument transmitter or the trunk release button located near the panel cluster.
  • Page 121 To avoid arming the alarm by accident: Lock the vehicle with the door key or the manual 1. From inside the vehicle, roll down the window, then door lock. get out of the vehicle, keeping the door open. Always unlock a door with a key or use the RKE 2.
  • Page 122 When the PASS-Key III+ system senses that someone is using the wrong key, it prevents the vehicle from starting. Anyone using a trial-and-error method to start the vehicle will be discouraged because of the high See Radio Frequency Statement on page 8 17 number of electrical key codes.
  • Page 123 See your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key III+ to get a new key blank that is cut exactly as the ignition key that operates the system. To program the new key: 1. Verify that the new key has a stamped on it.
  • Page 124 When the vehicle is stopped, turn the ignition switch to LOCK/OFF The ignition switch has four different positions: to turn the engine off. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) will remain active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 3 23. This is the only position in which the ignition key can be inserted or removed.
  • Page 125 The steering can bind with the wheels turned off center. If this happens, move the steering wheel from right to These vehicle accessories can be used for up to left while turning the key to ACC/ACCESSORY. If this 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned off: doesn't work, the vehicle needs service.
  • Page 126 2. If the engine does not start after 5 10 seconds, especially in very cold weather (below 0°F or 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the 18°C), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. ignition to START. When the engine starts, let go of Try pushing the accelerator pedal all the way to the the key.
  • Page 127 The engine coolant heater can provide easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up in cold weather conditions at or below 0°F ( 18°C). Vehicles Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could with an engine coolant heater should be plugged in at cause an electrical shock.
  • Page 128 The automatic transmission may have a shift lever located either on the steering column or on the console between the seats. It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set.
  • Page 129 Use this gear to back up. This position is for normal driving. It provides the best fuel economy for the vehicle. If you need more Also use this gear to rock the vehicle back and forth to power for passing, and you are: get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging the Going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push the transmission.
  • Page 130 See Towing a Trailer on page 5 26 for more information. If the vehicle has this feature, it can detect a change in This position is also used for normal driving. driving patterns. If you make an aggressive driving However, it reduces vehicle speed more than D (Drive) maneuver, the vehicle's transmission automatically without using the brakes.
  • Page 131 A warning chime will sound if the parking brake is set, the ignition is on, and the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h). The brake light will come on and stay on until the parking brake is released. See Brake left the engine running, the vehicle can move System Warning Light on page 4 48 for more information.
  • Page 132 If the vehicle is equipped with a console shift lever, use this procedure to shift the vehicle into P (Park): vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat 1. Hold the brake pedal down. and even catch fire. You or others could be 2.
  • Page 133 If you still cannot move the shift lever from P (Park), consult your dealer or a professional towing service. This vehicle has an electronic shift lock release system. If the column shift cannot be moved out of P (Park) The shift lock release is designed to: 1.
  • Page 134 If unusual fumes are detected or if it is suspected that exhaust is coming into the vehicle: Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) Drive it only with the windows which cannot be seen or smelled. Exposure to CO completely down. can cause unconsciousness and even death.
  • Page 135 death. Never run the engine in an enclosed area The vehicle has an automatic dimming inside rearview that has no fresh air ventilation. For more mirror with a compass display. Automatic dimming information, see Engine Exhaust on page 3 32. reduces the glare of lights from behind the vehicle.
  • Page 136 The compass is set to zone eight. If you do not live in zone eight or drive out of the area, the compass AUTO variance needs to be changed to the appropriate zone. Press , depending on the vehicle, to turn the compass on or off.
  • Page 137 3. Once the zone number displays, press AUTO repeatedly until the correct zone 1. Press (C) to unfold the mirrors out to the driving number displays. Stop pressing the button and the position. mirror will return to normal operation. If C appears 2.
  • Page 138 If the vehicle has this feature, the driver side mirror adjusts for the glare of headlamps behind you. This feature is controlled by the on and off settings on the automatic dimming rearview mirror. A convex mirror can make things, like other vehicles, look farther away than they really are.
  • Page 139 If you do not use proper care before moving forward and while backing; vehicle damage, injury, For vehicles with the Ultrasonic Front and Rear Parking or death could occur. Even with UFRPA, always Assist (UFRPA) system, it operates at speeds less than check in front of the vehicle before moving 8 km/h (5mph), and assists the driver with parking and forward and behind the vehicle before backing up.
  • Page 140 objects are close to the rear bumper. However, if while The front display is located on top of the instrument the vehicle is backing up and an object comes within panel to the right of the driver. The front display will 0.3 m (1 ft.) of the front bumper, and at the same time have either three or six lights to provide distance and there is another object further than 0.3 m (1 ft.) from the...
  • Page 141 The system can be disabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Parking Assist under four amber/ two red lights DIC Operation and Displays on page 4 58 for more flashing and beep for information. five seconds 0.3 m 1 ft two amber lights/ one red light flashing and beep for five seconds...
  • Page 142 The vehicle's bumper is damaged. Take the vehicle When the system detects a vehicle in the side blind to your dealer to repair the system. zone, amber SBZA displays will light up in the side mirrors. This indicates that it may be unsafe to change Other conditions may affect system performance, lanes.
  • Page 143 vehicle has been detected on the same side, the SBZA display will flash to give you extra warning not to The SBZA sensor covers a zone of approximately one change lanes. lane over from both sides of the vehicle, 3.5 m (11 ft). SBZA displays do not come on while the vehicle is This zone starts at each side mirror and goes back approaching or passing other vehicles.
  • Page 144 SBZA is designed to ignore stationary objects; however, This the system may occasionally light up due to guard rails, message indicates that the SBZA system is disabled signs, trees, shrubs, and other stationary objects. This because the sensor is blocked and cannot detect is normal system operation, the vehicle does not need vehicles in the blind zone.
  • Page 145 The vehicle may have a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system. Read this entire section before using the system. LDW will indicate the system is working whenever it detects either the left or right lane marking. So if you depart on the side of the lane that LDW is not detecting, LDW will not warn you.
  • Page 146 LDW only operates at speeds of 35 mph (56 km) or greater. If LDW is turned on when traveling at these LDW uses a camera located between the inside speeds, the LDW symbol will appear green if the rearview mirror and the windshield to detect the lane system detects a left or right lane marking.
  • Page 147 This message may appear in the DIC to indicate that LDW is not working properly. If this message remains on after continued driving, the system needs service. Take your vehicle to your dealer. This message may appear in the DIC if LDW does not activate due to a temporary condition.
  • Page 148 Be sure to keep the original remote control transmitter Programming a garage door opener involves for use in other vehicles, as well as, for future time-sensitive actions, so read the entire procedure programming. Only the original remote control before starting. Otherwise, the device will time out and transmitter is needed for Fixed Code programming.
  • Page 149 3. Immediately return to the vehicle. Press and hold the Universal Home Remote button that will be used to control the garage door until the garage door moves. The indicator light, above the selected button, should slowly blink. This button may need to be held for up to 20 seconds.
  • Page 150 1. To verify that the garage door opener is a Fixed Code unit, remove the battery cover on the hand held transmitter supplied by the manufacturer of the garage door opener motor. If there are a row of For questions or help programming the Universal Home dip switches similar to the graphic above, the Remote System, call 1-866-572-2728 or go to garage door opener is a Fixed Code unit.
  • Page 151 The panel of switches might not appear exactly as they do in the examples above, but they should be similar. The switch positions on the hand-held transmitter could be labeled, as follows: A switch in the up position could be labeled as Up, +, or On.
  • Page 152 2. Write down the eight to 12 switch settings from left to right as follows: When a switch is in the up position, write Left. When a switch is in the down position, write Right. If a switch is set between the up and down position, write Middle.
  • Page 153 5. After entering all of the switch positions, again, firmly press and release all three buttons at the same time. The indicator lights will turn on. Any of the three buttons can be reprogrammed by 6. Press and hold the button that will be used to repeating the instructions.
  • Page 154 If the vehicle has a full floor console it has two storage areas. Lift the left lever located in the front of the armrest lid to access the upper storage tray. Lift the Lift up the glove box handle to open it. Use the key to right lever to access the lower storage area.
  • Page 155 Do not place anything on top of the driver side floor mat. Use only a single floor mat on the driver side. Do not place one floor mat on top of another. The driver side floor mat is held in place by two hooks. If a floor mat is the wrong size or is not properly installed, it can interfere with the accelerator pedal and/or brake pedal.
  • Page 156 1. Pull up on the rear of the mat to remove it from the The vehicle may have a power sunroof. hooks. The switches that operate 2. Reinstall the floor mat by lining up the openings in the sunroof are located on the floor mat over the hooks and push it down into the overhead console.
  • Page 157 The express open feature will operate from the closed or partially open position. To express open the power sunroof, fully press the driver side switch rearward once. To stop the sunroof glass in a desired position other than to the express-open position, press the switch again, in either direction, to stop the movement.
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  • Page 159 ......4-3 Parade Dimming ....... 4-29 Hazard Warning Flashers .
  • Page 160 ® StabiliTrak Indicator Light ..... 4-50 ....4-57 Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light .
  • Page 161 This feature allows the position of the steering wheel to be adjusted. Press this button The adjustment lever is located on the instrument panel, to make the front and located on the left side of rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. This warns the steering column.
  • Page 162 The vehicle may have a heated steering wheel. If the vehicle has this The button for this feature feature, the power tilt and is located on the steering telescope wheel control is wheel. located on the outboard side of the steering column.
  • Page 163 An arrow on the instrument panel cluster flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. For vehicles with the side blind zone alert system, an arrow in the outside mirror flashes when the turn signal is used. See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) on page 3 40 for more information.
  • Page 164 If the turn signal is left on, a warning chime sounds and the Driver Information Center (DIC) will display TURN For vehicles with this feature, read the following section SIGNAL ON after driving about a mile as a reminder to before using it.
  • Page 165 The Forward Collision Alert (FCA) system provides an The FCA control is audible and visual alert if you approach a vehicle too located on the steering quickly that is directly ahead. FCA also provides a wheel. visual alert with no audible alert if you are following another vehicle much too closely.
  • Page 166 FCA is enabled when the green light on the button is lit. FCA is disabled when the indicator light is amber. The FCA alert symbol will flash and a warning beep will sound when driver action may be required. On winding roads, FCA may not detect a vehicle ahead.
  • Page 167 FCA may occasionally provide alerts that you consider unnecessary. It could respond to a turning vehicle ahead of you, guard rails, signs, and other stationary When the Adaptive Cruise Control radar is objects. This is normal operation, your vehicle does not blocked by snow, ice, or dirt, it may not detect a need service.
  • Page 168 Turn the band with the wiper symbol on it to control the windshield wipers. This feature lets you use the high-beam headlamps to For a single wiping cycle, hold it on mist until signal the driver in front of you that you want to pass. the wipers start, then release.
  • Page 169 When the brakes are applied, the cruise control shuts off. In freezing weather, do not use the washer until Cruise control can be dangerous where you the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer cannot drive safely at a steady speed. So, do fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your not use the cruise control on winding roads or in vision.
  • Page 170 The cruise control buttons are located on left side of If the cruise button is on when not in use, it could get the steering wheel. bumped and go into cruise when not desired. Keep the cruise control switch off when cruise is not being used. The cruise light on the instrument panel cluster comes on after the cruise control has been set to the desired speed.
  • Page 171 If the cruise control is already activated, Use the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, the Press the +RES button. Hold it there until the vehicle slows down to the previous cruise control desired speed is reached, and then release the speed.
  • Page 172 path, within a distance of 100 m (330 ft), and operates at speeds above 40 km/h (25 mph). When it is engaged The cruise control set speed is erased from memory by by the driver, the system can apply limited braking or pressing the button or if the ignition is turned off.
  • Page 173 When weather limits visibility, such as when in On winding roads, Adaptive Cruise Control fog, rain, or snow conditions, Adaptive Cruise may not detect a vehicle ahead. You could Control performance is limited. There may not crash into a vehicle ahead of you. Do not use be enough distance to adapt to the changing Adaptive Cruise Control on winding roads.
  • Page 174 To set ACC, do the following: Press to turn the system on. 1. Press the button. Press to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed or to increase 2. Get up to the speed desired. the set speed when ACC is already active. 3.
  • Page 175 Once the vehicle speed is 40 km/h (25 mph) or greater, press the +RES button. The vehicle returns to the If the ACC is already activated, previously set speed and stays there. Press the +RES button. Hold it there until the desired set speed is displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC), then release the switch.
  • Page 176 The ACC alert symbol is located on the display at the top of the instrument Adaptive Cruise Control has only limited braking panel to the right of the ability to slow your vehicle. In some cases, driver. Adaptive Cruise Control may not have time to slow your vehicle enough to avoid a collision.
  • Page 177 When the Adaptive Cruise Control radar is blocked by snow, ice, or dirt, it may not detect a Adaptive Cruise Control may not detect and react vehicle ahead. Adaptive Cruise Control may not to stationary or slow moving vehicles or other have time to slow your vehicle enough to avoid a objects ahead of you.
  • Page 178 If your vehicle speed falls below 32 km/h (20 mph) while following a vehicle ahead, ACC will begin to disengage. The Driver Alert symbol will flash and the warning beep will sound. The driver must take action since ACC will not slow the vehicle to a stop.
  • Page 179 When following a vehicle and entering a curve, ACC ACC may detect a vehicle that is not in your lane and could lose track of the vehicle in your lane and apply the brakes. accelerate your vehicle. When this happens the Vehicle ACC may, occasionally, provide a driver alert and/or Ahead symbol will not appear.
  • Page 180 Adaptive Cruise Control may lose track of the vehicle ahead and accelerate up to your set speed while entering or on highway exit ramps. You could be startled by this acceleration and even lose control of the vehicle. Disengage Adaptive Cruise Control before entering a How well ACC will work on hills and when towing a highway exit ramp.
  • Page 181 Press the ACC button or turn the ignition off. The exterior lamps control is located on the instrument panel to the There are three additional messages that may appear left of the steering wheel. on the DIC. They are SERVICE RADAR CRUISE, RADAR CRUISE NOT READY and CLEAN RADAR.
  • Page 182 The exterior lamps control has four positions: Turns off the exterior lamps except for Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). For vehicles with this feature, be sure to read this entire Automatically turns on the section before using it. headlamps at normal brightness, together with the IntelliBeam is an enhancement to the vehicle's following: headlamp system.
  • Page 183 The exterior lamp control is turned to any setting except AUTO. IntelliBeam only activates the high-beams when driving When this occurs, IntelliBeam is disabled until the over 20 mph (32 km/h). control is turned back to the AUTO position. The high-beam headlamps remain on, under the The IntelliBeam system is turned off at the inside automatic control of IntelliBeam, until any of the rearview mirror.
  • Page 184 You might need to manually disable or cancel the high-beam headlamps by turning the low-beam The light sensor is located headlamps on, if any of the above conditions exist. on the inside of the vehicle in front of the inside rearview mirror. IntelliBeam can be disabled by using the controls on the inside rearview mirror.
  • Page 185 When automatic lighting is on and it is bright enough outside, the regular lamps go off, and the DRL takes A warning chime will sound if the exterior lamp control over. If the vehicle is started in a dark garage, the is left on in either the headlamp or parking lamp position automatic headlamp system comes on immediately.
  • Page 186 This feature makes it easier for others to see your The fog lamps button is on the exterior lamps control to vehicle while it is parallel parked. To illuminate the front the left of the steering column. parking lamp and the rear taillamp on the right side of Press to turn the fog lamps on or off.
  • Page 187 about 40 seconds. Since the entry lighting system uses the light sensor, it must be dark outside in order for the This feature courtesy lamps to turn on. The courtesy lamps turn off controls the brightness of the instrument panel and approximately 25 seconds after the last door is closed.
  • Page 188 as they usually do and the climate control fan may cut back to a lower speed. For more battery saving For vehicles with footwell lamps, they are located under information, see Battery Saver Active Message under the instrument panel and at the rear of the front seats. DIC Warnings and Messages on page 4 62.
  • Page 189 EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of the battery. It does this by balancing the generator's output This feature helps prevent the battery from being and the vehicle's electrical needs. It can increase drained, if the interior courtesy lamps, reading/map engine idle speed to generate more power, whenever lamps, visor vanity lamps or trunk lamp are accidentally needed.
  • Page 190 There are two accessory power outlets in the rear seat When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow area located on the door armrests next to the ashtrays. the proper installation instructions included with the equipment. See Add-On Electrical Equipment on Remove the cover to access and replace when not page 6 102.
  • Page 191 The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. A. Fan Control E. Air Conditioning B. Display F. Outside Air or AUX C. Air Delivery Mode G. Recirculation Control H. PASS (Passenger D. Driver and Passenger Climate Control) Temperature Controls I.
  • Page 192 Do not cover the solar sensor located in the center of the instrument panel near the windshield. For more When this position is information on the solar sensor, see Sensors later in selected on the fan control, the system adjusts the fan this section.
  • Page 193 Select one of the following: Turns on the automatic delivery mode Turns the entire climate control system off. operation. Outside air still enters the vehicle and is directed to the floor. The airflow direction and temperature can be Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets. adjusted, as indicated below.
  • Page 194 temperature is at or below freezing. Recirculation vehicle. It can be used to prevent outside air and odors cannot be selected while in the defrost mode. Do not from entering the vehicle. This mode cannot be selected drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear. while in the defog or defrost modes.
  • Page 195 The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window. Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off. Be sure to clear as much snow from the rear window as possible. The rear window defogger will turn off approximately 20 minutes after the button is pressed if the vehicle is moving at slower vehicle speeds.
  • Page 196 The climate control system uses the information from There is also an interior these sensors to maintain your comfort setting by temperature sensor adjusting the outlet temperature, fan speed, and the air located next to the delivery mode. The system may also supply cooler air steering wheel that to the side of the vehicle facing the sun.
  • Page 197 Press the AUX button located on the front climate control panel to turn the rear climate For vehicles with a rear climate control system, the rear control system on or off. When turned on the rear seat passengers can adjust the direction of the airflow, system operates in automatic mode and the fan speed and temperature for the rear seating area.
  • Page 198 automatic operation and places the system in manual mode. If in auto mode, pressing the down arrow will turn The passenger compartment air filter traps most of the the rear climate control system off. pollen from the air entering the vehicle. The filter may Press until need to be changed periodically.
  • Page 199 To access the passenger compartment air filter: 2. Then, insert a tool behind the push pin located on 1. Use a tool to remove the cover. If the vehicle has the inboard side of the air filter compartment to tabs that allow the cover to be unlatched with your carefully pry the pin out.
  • Page 200 Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury. Warning lights come on when there might be or there is a problem with one of the vehicle's functions.
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  • Page 202 The speedometer shows the speed in both miles per This gauge indicates the hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). See engine speed in MPH (km) under DIC Operation and Displays on revolutions per page 4 58 for more information. minute (rpm).
  • Page 203 For vehicles equipped with the passenger safety belt reminder light, several seconds after the engine is When the engine is started, a chime sounds for several started, a chime sounds for several seconds to remind seconds to remind a driver to fasten the safety belt, the front passenger to buckle their safety belt.
  • Page 204 If there is a problem with the airbag system, an airbag Driver Information Center (DIC) message can also The system checks the airbag's electrical system for come on. See DIC Warnings and Messages on possible malfunctions. If the light stays on it indicates page 4 62 for more information.
  • Page 205 Then, after several more seconds, the status indicator will light either ON or OFF, or either the on or off symbol, to let you know the status of the right front passenger frontal and seat-mounted side impact away. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 4 46 airbags.
  • Page 206 vehicle must be driven a short distance with the light on, When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light turn off accessories, such as the radio and air also comes on when the parking brake is set. The light conditioner.
  • Page 207 For vehicles with the This warning light comes Antilock Brake System on briefly while starting (ABS), this light comes on the engine. briefly when the engine is started. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally the indicator light then If the system is working normally the indicator light will goes off.
  • Page 208 For vehicles with the For vehicles with the lane ® StabiliTrak system, this departure warning light comes on briefly system, this light briefly while starting the engine. comes on green while starting the vehicle. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes off.
  • Page 209 This gauge shows the engine coolant The engine coolant temperature. temperature warning light comes on when the engine is very hot. This light also comes on briefly when the vehicle is started. It indicates when the engine has warmed up and if the If the light does not go out or comes on and stays on cooling system is operating properly.
  • Page 210 ignition cycle. This sequence repeats with every ignition cycle. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on For vehicles with a Tire page 6 61 for more information. Pressure Monitoring System, this light comes on briefly when the engine A computer system called OBD II (On-Board is started.
  • Page 211 Avoid steep uphill grades. If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible. If the light continues to flash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park the vehicle. Turn the vehicle off, wait at least 10 seconds, and restart the engine.
  • Page 212 Make sure to fuel the vehicle with quality fuel. Poor fuel quality causes the engine not to run as efficiently as designed and can cause: stalling after start-up, stalling when the vehicle is changed into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration, or stumbling on acceleration.
  • Page 213 If the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly. The vehicle could be low on oil and it might have some other system problem. For information regarding this light and the vehicle's security system, see Content Theft-Deterrent on page 3 18.
  • Page 214 This light comes on This light comes on when whenever the parking the high-beam headlamps lamps are on. are in use. See Exterior Lamps on page 4 23 for more information. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 4 6 for more information. This light comes on whenever the cruise The fuel gauge shows...
  • Page 215 An arrow on the fuel gauge indicates the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on. The Driver Information Center (DIC) gives you the If the fuel supply gets low, the FUEL LEVEL LOW status of many of your vehicle's systems. The DIC is message appears in the Driver Information Center also used to display warning/status messages.
  • Page 216 Press this button to scroll up and down the menu items. The Driver Information Center (DIC) has different displays which can be The following display menu items can accessed by pressing the be displayed by pressing the trip/fuel button: DIC buttons located on the instrument panel, to the left of the steering These displays show the current distance traveled...
  • Page 217 Once the range drops below an estimated 64 km (40 miles) remaining, the display will show FUEL This display can be used like a stopwatch. You can RANGE LOW. record the time it takes to travel from one point to If your vehicle is low on fuel, the FUEL LEVEL LOW another.
  • Page 218 Your vehicle's charging system regulates voltage based maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance on the state of the battery. The battery voltage may Schedule in this manual. See Scheduled Maintenance fluctuate when viewing this information on the DIC. This on page 7 3 and Engine Oil on page 6 15. is normal.
  • Page 219 system has been turned off. See DIC Warnings and If a low tire pressure condition is detected by the Messages on page 4 62 and Ultrasonic Front and Rear system while driving, a message advising you to add Parking Assist (UFRPA) on page 3 37 for more air to a specific tire will appear in the display.
  • Page 220 4. To match additional transmitters at this time, repeat Step 3. This display will allow you to customize the speed alert Each vehicle can have a maximum of eight warning. You can choose to have no warning display, transmitters matched to it. or to have it display at the limit, at 5 km/h (mph) over the limit, or at 10 km/h (mph) over the limit.
  • Page 221 This message displays when the automatic headlamps This message displays when service is required for are turned off. See Exterior Lamps on page 4 23 for your vehicle. See your dealer. See Engine Oil on more information. page 6 15 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 7 3 for more information.
  • Page 222 You can receive more than one tire pressure message at a time. To read the other messages that may have This symbol appears with been sent at the same time, press the set/reset button. this message. The DIC also shows the tire pressure values. See DIC Operation and Displays on page 4 58.
  • Page 223 This message displays when the engine has overheated. Immediately look for a safe place to pull your vehicle over and turn the engine off right away to avoid severe engine damage. See Engine Overheating on page 6 29 and Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 6 31.
  • Page 224 This symbol appears with this message. This symbol appears with this message. This message displays when your vehicle is low on fuel. If your vehicle has Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), this Refill the fuel tank as soon as possible. A single chime message displays to show the follow distance that has sounds when this message is displayed.
  • Page 225 This message displays when the outside temperature is cold enough to create icy road conditions. Adjust your This message displays when the Adaptive Cruise driving accordingly. Control (ACC) is engaged and you are pressing the accelerator pedal enough to disable ACC automatic braking.
  • Page 226 Stop the vehicle immediately, as engine damage can This message displays when the passenger side front result from driving a vehicle with low oil pressure. Have door is not closed completely. Make sure that the door the vehicle serviced by your dealer as soon as possible is closed completely.
  • Page 227 This symbol appears with this message. This message displays when a problem with the charging system has been detected. The charging system light also displays on the instrument panel cluster. See Charging System Light on page 4 47 for more information. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer.
  • Page 228 If your vehicle has the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) This message displays when the Adaptive Cruise system, this message may display to indicate that the Control (ACC) system and the Forward Collision Alert LDW system is not working properly. If this message (FCA) system are disabled and need service.
  • Page 229 again while you are driving, your vehicle needs service. information. If the warning comes on and stays on, Have the StabiliTrak system inspected by your dealer there may be a problem with the TPMS, see your as soon as possible. dealer.
  • Page 230 CRUISE SET TO XXX MPH (km/h) earlier in this section and Adaptive Cruise Control on page 4 14 for This message displays when the Speed Alert has been more information. turned on through the DIC Information Menu and the vehicle is at or above the speed limit. See DIC Operation and Displays on page 4 58 for more information.
  • Page 231 Pressure Monitor System on page 6 57, and Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 6 57 for more This symbol appears with information. this message. This message displays when the Traction Control System (TCS) is turned off. Adjust your driving accordingly.
  • Page 232 This symbol appears with This symbol appears with this message. this message. This message displays when the trunk is not closed This message displays when your vehicle is low on completely. Make sure that the trunk is closed windshield washer fluid. Refill the windshield washer completely.
  • Page 233 The default settings for the customization features were set when your vehicle left the factory, but may have The following are customization features that allow you been changed from their default state since then. to program settings to the vehicle: The customization preferences are automatically recalled.
  • Page 234 All messages will appear in Spanish. To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC. All messages will appear in Japanese. All messages will appear in Arabic. This feature allows you to select whether or not to turn No change will be made to this feature.
  • Page 235 To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the No change will be made to this feature. desired setting is displayed on the DIC. The current setting will remain. To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC.
  • Page 236 This feature allows you to select whether or not the This feature allows you to select the amount of time you locking of the vehicle's doors will be delayed. When want the exterior lamps to remain on when it is dark locking the doors with the power door lock switch and a enough outside.
  • Page 237 Press the customization button until CHIME VOLUME appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button This feature allows you to select whether or not to have once to access the settings for this feature. Then press the exterior lights turn on briefly during low light periods the menu up/down button to scroll through the following after unlocking the vehicle using the Remote Keyless settings:...
  • Page 238 The driver's outside mirror will be If the features are tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). enabled through the EASY EXIT SETUP menu, the driver's seat will move back, and if the vehicle has the The passenger's outside power tilt wheel and telescopic steering feature, the mirror will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into power steering column will move up and forward when...
  • Page 239 Press the customization button until EASY EXIT SETUP appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select once to access the settings for this feature. Then press your preference for the remote memory seat recall the menu up/down button to scroll through the following feature.
  • Page 240 Press the customization button until FACTORY SETTINGS appears on the DIC display. Press the set/ If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to turn the reset button once to access the settings for this feature. remote start off or on. The remote start feature allows Then press the menu up/down button to scroll through you to start the engine from outside of the vehicle using the following settings:...
  • Page 241 Determine which radio the vehicle has and read the following pages to become familiar with its features. The vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With Taking your eyes off the road for extended periods RAP, the audio system can be played even after the could cause a crash resulting in injury or death to ignition is turned off.
  • Page 242 The radio clock and analog clock are not synchronized. Occasionally you might need to set the digital radio clock using the procedure below to synchronize both clocks. To turn the radio clock display on or off: 1. Turn the radio on. To turn the radio clock display on or off: 1.
  • Page 243 If the radio clock display is turned off, the screen displays Radio Clock OFF for 10 seconds. The This type of radio has a MENU button for setting the menus for clock and date settings are removed, time and date. To set the time and date: and ON displays as a current status indicating that the clock display can be turned on, if desired.
  • Page 244 To change the time and date default setting: 1. Change the time default setting from 12 hour to 24 hour or the date default setting from month/day/ To change the time and date default setting: year to day/month/year, by pressing the MENU button.
  • Page 245 Press to turn the system on and off. Turn to increase or decrease the volume. Radios with SCV automatically adjusts the radio volume to compensate for road and wind noise while driving. That way, the volume level should sound about the same while driving.
  • Page 246 ® If the vehicle has the Bose audio Press the arrows to go to the next or to the system, it has AudioPilot noise compensation previous station and stay there. technology. To scan stations, press and hold either arrow for To use AudioPilot: three seconds until a beep sounds.
  • Page 247 A maximum of 36 stations can be 4. Press the FAV button, or let the menu time out, to programmed as favorites using the six pushbuttons return to the original main radio screen showing positioned below the radio station frequency tabs and the radio station frequency labels and to begin the by using the radio favorites page button.
  • Page 248 ® For the non-Bose amplified radio, perform the following steps to setup the equalization To adjust balance or fade, settings: press the knob until the speaker control labels 1. Press the knob until the equalization label display. Continue pressing to highlight the desired label, displays.
  • Page 249 For more information on the control label displays, see the following: The CAT button is used to find XM : Select this screen button to adjust stations while the radio is in the XM mode. To find XM the audio for normal mode. This provides the best channels within a desired category, perform the sound quality for all seating positions.
  • Page 250 Undesired XM categories can be removed through the setup menu. To remove an undesired category: ® This message displays when the TheftLock 1. Press the MENU button to display the radio system has locked up the radio. Take the vehicle to setup menu.
  • Page 251 If the surface of a CD is soiled, take a soft, lint free cloth or dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The detergent solution mixed with water, and clean it. Make player pulls it in and the CD should begin playing.
  • Page 252 Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current track, if more than ten seconds have played. Press to load CDs into the CD player. The Press the right arrow to go to the next track. If either CD player holds up to six CDs.
  • Page 253 device, such as a portable audio player. If a portable With the random setting, CD tracks can be played in audio player is not connected, No Aux Input Device random, rather than sequential order, on one CD or all Found displays. CDs in a six-disc CD player.
  • Page 254 The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and To use a portable audio player, connect a 3.5 mm try again. (1/8 inch) cable to the radio's front auxiliary input jack. When connecting an auxiliary device, the radio There could have been a problem while burning automatically detects the device and Aux Input Device the CD.
  • Page 255 The CD player is able to read and play a maximum of 50 folders, 50 playlists, and 255 files. Create a folder structure that makes it easy to find songs while driving. Organize songs by albums The radio plays MP3 and WMA files that were recorded using one folder for each album.
  • Page 256 Playlists can be changed by using the folder buttons, the knob, or the SEEK arrows. An When the CD contains only compressed files, the files MP3/WMA CD-R or CD-RW that was recorded using no are located under the root folder. The next and previous file folders can also be played.
  • Page 257 Play begins from the first track in the first folder Playlists can be changed by using the and continues sequentially through all tracks in folder buttons, the knob, or the SEEK arrows. Tracks each folder. When the last track of the last folder cannot be changed.
  • Page 258 With the random setting, MP3/WMA Press the left SEEK arrow to go to the start files on the CD-R can be played in random, rather than of the current MP3/WMA file, if more than ten seconds sequential order, on one CD-R/CD-RW or all discs in a have played.
  • Page 259 Once the disc has scanned, the player defaults to Press to play a CD when playing MP3/WMA files in order by artist. The current listening to the radio. The CD icon and a message artist playing is shown on the second line of the display showing disc and/or track number displays when a CD between the arrows.
  • Page 260 This channel is blocked or cannot The XM receiver in the vehicle could be received with your XM Subscription package. have previously been in another vehicle. For security purposes, XM receivers cannot be swapped between This previously assigned channel is vehicles.
  • Page 261 For vehicles equipped with Bluetooth capability, the system can interact with many cell phones, allowing: When using a cell phone, it can be distracting to Placement and receipt of calls in a look too long or too often at the screen of the hands-free mode.
  • Page 262 Keep interior noise levels to a minimum. The Press to end a call, reject a system may not recognize voice commands if there is call, or to cancel an operation. too much background noise. A short tone sounds after the system responds indicating when it is waiting for a voice A Bluetooth cell phone must be paired to the Bluetooth command.
  • Page 263 The system can list all cell phones paired to it. If a 1. Press and hold for two seconds. paired cell phone is also connected to the vehicle, 2. Say Bluetooth. the system responds with is connected after that 3. Say Pair. The system responds with instructions phone name.
  • Page 264 This command is used to delete individual name tags. To connect to a different cell phone, the Bluetooth This command deletes all system looks for the next available cell phone in the stored name tags in the Hands Free Calling Directory order in which all the available cell phones were paired.
  • Page 265 After the last digit has been entered, say Store, 3. Say Hands Free Calling. and then follow the directions given by the system 4. Say List. to save a name tag for this number. Calls can be made using the following commands. 1.
  • Page 266 If an unwanted number is recognized by the system, say Clear at any time to clear the last number. Call waiting must be supported on the cell phone and To hear all of the numbers recognized by the system, enabled by the wireless service carrier. say Verify at any time.
  • Page 267 During a call, all sounds from inside the vehicle can be muted so that the person on the other end of the call During a call with the audio on the cell phone, press cannot hear them. . The audio transfers to the vehicle. If the audio does not transfer to the vehicle, use the audio transfer feature To mute a call, press , and then say Mute Call.
  • Page 268 See Radio Frequency Statement on page 8 17 for FCC information. The Bluetooth system can send numbers and the numbers stored as name tags during a call. You can ® TheftLock is designed to discourage theft of the use this feature when calling a menu driven phone vehicle's radio by learning a portion of the Vehicle system.
  • Page 269 Press to go to the previous radio station stored as a favorite, the next track if a CD/ Frequency interference and static can occur during DVD is playing, to reject an incoming call, or end a normal radio reception if items such as cell phone current call.
  • Page 270 If a cellular telephone antenna needs to be attached to the glass, make sure that the grid lines for the AM-FM XM Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception antenna are not damaged. There is enough space from coast-to-coast in the 48 contiguous United States, between the grid lines to attach a cellular telephone and in Canada.
  • Page 271 ..5-2 Driving at Night ....... . 5-11 Defensive Driving .
  • Page 272 Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your Defensive driving means always expect the reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness, and judgment unexpected. The first step in driving defensively is to can be affected by even a small amount of wear the safety belt. See Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 2 11.
  • Page 273 For persons under 21, it is against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, See Brake System Warning Light on page 4 48. psychological, and developmental reasons for these laws. Braking action involves perception time and reaction time.
  • Page 274 allowing realistic following distances eliminates a lot of If there is a problem with unnecessary braking. That means better braking and ABS, this warning light longer brake life. stays on. See Antilock Brake System (ABS) If the engine ever stops while the vehicle is being Warning Light on driven, brake normally but do not pump the brakes.
  • Page 275 front of you, there will not be enough time to apply the feature will automatically disengage when the brake brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always pedal is released or brake pedal pressure is quickly leave enough room up ahead to stop, even with ABS. decreased.
  • Page 276 ® driving the vehicle and exceeding 19 mph (30 km/h) for The TCS and StabiliTrak 30 seconds. The StabiliTrak system is off until the light light will flash when the has turned off. This could take up to 15 minutes. system is limiting wheel spin.
  • Page 277 Adding non dealer accessories can affect the vehicle's To turn the system off or performance. See Accessories and Modifications on on, press and release this page 6 3 for more information. button located in front of the shift lever. The vehicle may have Magnetic Ride Control that automatically adjusts the ride of the vehicle.
  • Page 278 Try to adjust the speed so you can drive through the curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to accelerate until out of the curve, and then accelerate gently into the straightaway. If power steering assist is lost because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, the vehicle can be steered but it will take more effort.
  • Page 279 The vehicle's right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving. An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o'clock positions, it can be turned a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand.
  • Page 280 In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. Passing another vehicle on a two-lane road can be Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking dangerous. To reduce the risk of danger while passing: reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by Look down the road, to the sides, and to not overdriving those conditions.
  • Page 281 Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel, or other material is on the road. For safety, slow Night driving is more dangerous than day driving down and adjust your driving to these conditions. It is because some drivers are likely to be impaired important to slow down on slippery surfaces because alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control...
  • Page 282 Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build up under Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and your vehicle's tires so they actually ride on the water. affect your ability to stop and accelerate. Always drive This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid going fast enough.
  • Page 283 To prepare your vehicle for a long trip, consider having Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings it serviced by your dealer before departing. while driving. If you become tired or sleepy, find a safe place to park your vehicle and rest. Things to check on your own include: Other driving tips include: Windshield Washer Fluid: Reservoir full? Windows...
  • Page 284 Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain. Tips for driving in these conditions include: Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) or with the ignition off is dangerous. The brakes will have to Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape.
  • Page 285 The Traction Control System (TCS) on page 5 6 improves the ability to accelerate on slippery roads, but slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions. When driving through deep snow, turn off Drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the the traction control system to help maintain vehicle tires and the road, creating less traction or grip.
  • Page 286 Being stuck in snow can be a serious situation. Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby. If possible, use the Roadside Service on page 8 6. To get help Open a window about 5 cm (2 in) on the side and keep everyone in the vehicle safe: of the vehicle that is away from the wind to bring in fresh air.
  • Page 287 Repeat this until help arrives but only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. Moving about to keep warm also helps. If it takes some time for help to arrive, now and then If the vehicle's tires spin at high speed, they can when you run the engine, push the accelerator pedal explode, and you or others could be injured.
  • Page 288 It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory installed options. Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry, the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification label.
  • Page 289 The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the tire size of the original equipment Locate the statement The combined weight tires (C) and the recommended cold tire inflation of occupants and cargo should never exceed pressures (D). For more information on tires and XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle's placard.
  • Page 290 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. If your vehicle can tow a trailer, see Towing a Trailer for important information on towing a trailer, towing safety rules, and trailering tips.
  • Page 291 Vehicle Capacity Vehicle Capacity 1,000 lbs 1,000 lbs Weight for Weight for (453 kg) (453 kg) Example 2 = Example 3 = Subtract Occupant Subtract Occupant 1,000 lbs Weight @ 150 lbs 750 lbs (340 kg) Weight @ 200 lbs (453 kg) (68 kg) ×...
  • Page 292 positions. The combined weight of the driver, If your vehicle is a Professional Vehicle, the passengers, and cargo should never exceed vehicle specific Certification label is provided by your vehicle's capacity weight. the final stage manufacturer. The coach builder should be consulted if the final stage manufacturer's label is not present.
  • Page 293 If you put things inside your vehicle, like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else, they This feature keeps the rear of your vehicle level will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to as the load changes. It is automatic, you do not stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they will need to adjust anything.
  • Page 294 Here are some important things to consider before recreational vehicle towing: What's the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer's Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if recommendations. the disabled vehicle must be towed. See Roadside How far will the vehicle be towed? Some vehicles Service on page 8 6.
  • Page 295 The vehicle can be towed using a dolly. To tow the vehicle using a dolly, follow these steps: 1. Put the front wheels on a dolly. 2. Put the gear shift lever in P (Park). 3. Set the parking brake. The vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four 4.
  • Page 296 7. Release the parking brake. The vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with the The Cadillac Professional Vehicle cannot tow a trailer. proper trailer towing equipment. To identify the trailering capacity of the vehicle, read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section.
  • Page 297 Do not tow a trailer when the outside temperature is above 100°F (38°C). Here are some important points: If the vehicle has the Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) There are many different laws, including speed system and it doesn't seem to be working properly limit restrictions, having to do with trailering.
  • Page 298 Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming only the driver is in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment. The weight of additional optional equipment, passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight. Ask your dealer for trailering information or advice, or write us at our Customer Assistance Offices.
  • Page 299 chains and do not attach them to the bumper. Always leave just enough slack so the rig can turn. Never allow It is important to have the correct hitch equipment. safety chains to drag on the ground. Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why the right hitch is needed.
  • Page 300 During the trip, check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure, and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working. Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as When turning with a trailer, make wider turns than you would when driving the vehicle without a trailer.
  • Page 301 Parking the vehicle on a hill with the trailer attached can be dangerous. If something goes wrong, the rig could start to move. People can be Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before starting injured, and both the vehicle and the trailer can be down a long or steep downgrade.
  • Page 302 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal while you: The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 7 3 for start the engine, more information. Things that are especially important shift into a gear, and in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid, engine oil, belts, cooling system and brake system.
  • Page 449: Appearance Care

    Antenna Backglass ........4-112 Accessories and Modifications .
  • Page 450: Bulb Replacement

    Audio System ........4-83 Brakes .
  • Page 451: Child Restraints

    Care of Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels ... .6-100 Safety Belts ........6-97 CD, MP3 .
  • Page 452: Central Door Unlocking System

    Compressor Kit, Tire Sealant ..... . 6-75 Content Theft-Deterrent ......3-18 Damage Repair, Collision .
  • Page 453: Electrical System

    Driving (cont.) Electronic Immobilizer Operation ® Highway Hypnosis ....... . 5-13 PASS-Key III+ .
  • Page 454: Fuel Economy

    Fuel (cont.) Gasoline Octane ........6-6 Filter, Gasoline Specifications .
  • Page 455: Instrument Panel

    Hood Checking Things Under ......6-12 Hazard Warning Flashers ......4-3 Release .
  • Page 456 Lights (cont.) Front Fog Lamps ....... . . 4-55 Labeling, Tire Sidewall ......6-49 High/Low Beam Changer .
  • Page 457 Magnetic Ride Control .......5-7 Navigation System, Privacy ......8-17 Maintenance Schedule Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Maintenance Record .
  • Page 458: Power Door Locks

    Outlet Adjustment ....... . . 4-38 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ....4-46 Outlets Passenger Compartment Air Filter .
  • Page 459: Rear Door Security Locks

    Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ....3-4 Remote Vehicle Start ....... .3-6 Radio Frequency Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Identification (RFID) .
  • Page 460: Safety Belts

    Seats (cont.) Power Lumbar ........2-4 Safety Belts Power Reclining Seatbacks .
  • Page 461: Storage Areas

    Signals, Turn and Lane-Change .....4-5 Storage Areas (cont.) Front Storage Area ....... 3-52 Spare Tire .
  • Page 462 Tires ..........6-48 Tires (cont.) Sidewall Labeling .
  • Page 463: Trunk

    Transmission Fluid, Automatic ........6-21 Valet Lockout Switch ......3-17 Transmission Operation, Automatic .
  • Page 464: Xm Satellite Radio

    Windshield Washer ......... . . 4-11 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators .

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