Jeep Liberty 2012 User Manual

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Jeep Liberty  2012 User Manual

User Guide

2012

Liberty

If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle, you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Media Center Manuals or Warranty Booklet by calling 1-877-426-5337 (U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada) or by contacting your dealer.

The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in a collision and personal injury. Chrysler Group LLC strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their attention off the road. Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices by the driver while the

vehicle is moving is dangerous and could lead to a serious collision. Texting while driving is also dangerous and should never be done while the vehicle is moving. If you find yourself unable to devote your full attention to vehicle operation, pull off the road to a safe location and stop your vehicle. Some States or Provinces prohibit the use of cellular telephones or texting while driving. It is always the driver’s responsibility to comply with all local laws.

Important:

This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with the important features of your vehicle. The DVD enclosed contains your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Media Center Manuals, Warranty Booklets, Tire Warranty and 24-Hour Towing Assistance (new vehicles purchased in the U.S.) or Roadside Assistance (new vehicles purchased in Canada) in electronic format. We hope you find it useful. Replacement DVD kits may be purchased by visiting www.techauthority.com. Jeep® is a registered trademark of Chrysler Group LLC. Copyright 2012 Chrysler Group LLC.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME

 

Universal Garage Door Opener

Welcome From Chrysler Group LLC

. . 2

(HomeLink®) . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . 68

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

 

Power Outlet . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . .71

 

OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES

Driver Cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . 4

Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . .

. . 6

Four-Wheel Drive Operation .

. . . . 72

GETTING STARTED

 

UTILITY

 

Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . 8

Cargo Area Features . . . . .

. . . . 74

Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . 9

Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum

Theft Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . 9

Trailer Weight Ratings) . . . .

. . . . 76

Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . 9

Tow/Haul Mode . . . . . . . .

. . . . 77

Supplemental Restraint System

 

Recreational Towing (Behind

 

(SRS) — Air Bags . . . . . . . . . .

. 10

Motorhome, Etc.) . . . . . . .

. . . . 77

Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . .

. . 11

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

Front Seats

13

24-Hour Towing Assistance

. . . . . 79

Rear Seats

15

Instrument Cluster Warning

 

Heated Seats

16

 

Lights

79

Tilt Steering Column

17

If Your Engine Overheats

83

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

 

 

Jacking And Tire Changing

. . . . . 84

Engine Break-In

 

Jump-Starting . . . . . . . . .

. . . . 89

Recommendations . . . . . . . . . .

. .18

Shift Lever Override . . . . . .

. . . . 91

Turn Signal/Lights Lever . . . . . .

. .18

Towing A Disabled Vehicle . .

. . . . 92

Wiper/Washer Lever . . . . . . . .

. 20

Freeing A Stuck Vehicle . . .

. . . . 93

Speed Control . . . . . . . . . . . .

. .21

Event Data Recorder (EDR)

. . . . . 94

Manual Climate Controls . . . . . .

. 22

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Automatic Temperature Controls

 

 

Opening The Hood

95

(ATC)

23

Engine Compartment

96

Parksense® Rear Park Assist

24

Fluids And Capacities

97

Liftgate Flipper Glass

24

Maintenance Chart

99

Power Sunroof

25

Fuses

102

Sky Slider® Roof

26

Tire Pressures

106

Wind Buffeting

27

Wheel And Wheel Trim Care

107

ELECTRONICS

 

 

Exterior Bulbs . . . . . . . . .

. . . . 107

Your Vehicle's Sound System . . . . 28

CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

Media Center 130

 

 

Chrysler Group LLC Customer

(Sales Code RES)

30

Center

108

Media Center 130 With Satellite

 

 

Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer

Radio (Sales Code RES + RSC) . . . 32

Center

108

Media Center 230 (Sales Code

 

 

Assistance For The Hearing

 

REQ)

34

 

Impaired

108

Media Center 430/430N (Sales

 

 

Publications Ordering

108

Code RBZ/RHB)

37

Reporting Safety Defects In

 

Media Center 730N (Sales Code

 

 

 

The 50 United States And

 

RHR)

46

 

Washington, D.C

109

Sirius XM™Satellite Radio/Travel

 

 

 

 

Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. 56

MOPAR ACCESSORIES

 

Steering Wheel Audio Controls . .

. 60

Authentic Accessories By

 

Uconnect™ Phone

60

 

MOPAR®

110

Uconnect™ Voice Command

63

INDEX

111

Bluetooth® Streaming Audio . . . .

. 65

Electronic Vehicle Information

 

FAQ (How To?)

 

Center (EVIC)

65

 

Frequently Asked Questions

114

Programmable Features

66

 

 

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME

WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC

Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles.

Your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under some driving conditions. These are to assist the driver and are never a substitute for attentive driving. They can never take the driver's place. Always drive carefully.

Your new vehicle has many features for the comfort and convenience of you and your passengers. Some of these should not be used when driving because they take your eyes from the road or your attention from driving. Never text while driving or take your eyes more than momentarily off the road.

This guide illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either standard or optional on this vehicle. This guide may also include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle. Please disregard any features and equipment described in this guide that are not available on this vehicle. Chrysler Group LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications and/or make additions to or improvements to its products without imposing any obligation upon itself to install them on products previously manufactured.

This User Guide has been prepared to help you quickly become acquainted with the important features of your vehicle. It contains most things you will need to operate and maintain the vehicle, including emergency information.

The DVD includes a computer application containing detailed owner's information which can be viewed on a personal computer or MAC computer. The multimedia DVD also includes videos which can be played on any standard DVD player (including the Media Center Touch-Screen Radios). Additional DVD operational information is located on the back of the DVD sleeve.

For complete owner information, refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD in the owner’s kit provided at the time of new vehicle purchase. For your convenience, the information contained on the DVD may also be printed and saved for future reference.

Chrysler Group LLC is committed to protecting our environment and natural resources. By converting from paper to electronic delivery for the majority of the user information for your vehicle, together we greatly reduce the demand for tree-based products and lessen the stress on our environment.

Vehicles Sold In Canada

With respect to any vehicles sold in Canada, the name Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefore.

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INTRODUCTION/WELCOME

Rollover Warning

WARNING!

Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious personal injury.

Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well while the vehicle is moving. Objects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accelerator pedal causing a loss of vehicle control.

Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or mounting can cause interference with the brake pedal and accelerator pedal operation causing loss of control of the vehicle.

Never use the ‘PARK’ position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage.

Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.

USE OF AFTERMARKET PRODUCTS (ELECTRONICS)

The use of aftermarket devices including cell phones, MP3 players, GPS systems, or chargers may affect the performance of on-board wireless features including Keyless Enter-N-Go and Remote Start range. If you are experiencing difficulties with any of your wireless features, try disconnecting your aftermarket devices to see if the situation improves. If your symptoms persist, please see an authorized dealer.

CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP, RAM TRUCK, ATF+4, MOPAR and Uconnect are registered trademarks of Chrysler Group LLC.

COPYRIGHT ©2012 CHRYSLER GROUP LLC

3

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

DRIVER COCKPIT

4

A.Power Mirrors

B.Driver's Memory Buttons pg. 14

C.Turn Signal/Lights Lever (behind steering wheel) pg. 18

D.Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display pg. 65

E.Instrument Cluster pg. 6

F.Wiper/Washer Lever (behind steering wheel) pg. 20

G.Audio System (touch-screen-radio shown) pg. 28

H.Climate Controls pg. 22

I.Power Outlet/Cigar Lighter pg. 71

J. Transmission Gear Selector

N. Speed Control pg. 21

K. Transfer Case Position Switch

O. Electronic Vehicle Information

pg. 72

Center (EVIC) Controls pg. 65

L. Parking Brake Lever

P. Hood Release pg. 95

M. SWITCH PANEL

Q. Power Windows

− Heated Seat Switches pg. 16

R. Power Door Locks

− Electronic Stability Control

 

pg. 79

 

− Hill Descent

 

− Hazard Switch

 

− Park Assist pg. 24

 

5

GLANCE A AT CONTROLS

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

Warning Lights

- Low Fuel Warning Light

- Charging System Light**

- Oil Pressure Warning Light**

- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light**

- Air Bag Warning Light**

- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light

- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light

- Engine Temperature Warning Light

- Transmission Temperature Warning Light

- Seat Belt Reminder Light

BRAKE - Brake Warning Light**

- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)**

- SERV (Service) 4WD Indicator Light

- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/Malfunction

Indicator Light*

(See page 79 for more information.)

6

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

Indicators

 

- Turn Signal Indicators

 

- High Beam Indicator

 

- Front Fog Light Indicator

 

- Vehicle Security Indicator*

 

- TOW/HAUL Indicator

 

- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Indicator

CRUISE

- Cruise Indicator

4WD

- 4WD Indicator

 

- 4WD LOW Indicator

 

- Hill Descent Control Indicator

Odometer Messages

ECO - Fuel Saver Indicator Off

LoW tirE - Low Tire Pressure

ECO-ON - Fuel Saver Indicator On

noFUSE* - Fuse Fault

door - Door Ajar

CHAngE OIL* - Change Engine Oil

gASCAP - Fuel Cap Fault

gLASS - Flipper Glass Ajar

gATE* - Liftgate Ajar

 

* If equipped

 

** Bulb Check with Key On

 

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GETTING STARTED

KEY FOB

Locking And Unlocking The Doors/Liftgate

• Press the LOCK button once to lock all the doors and the liftgate. Press the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver’s door only and twice within five seconds to unlock all the doors and the liftgate.

• All doors can be programmed to unlock on the first press of the UNLOCK button. Refer to Programmable Features in this guide.

Unlatch Flipper Glass

Press the FLIPPER GLASS button on the Key Fob two times within five seconds to unlatch the liftgate flipper glass.

Panic Alarm

Press the PANIC button once to turn the panic alarm on.

Wait approximately three seconds and press the button a second time to turn the panic alarm off.

WARNING!

Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be severely injured or killed. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal, or the shift lever. Do not leave the Key Fob inside the vehicle or in the ignition. A child could start the vehicle, operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.

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GETTING STARTED

REMOTE START

• Press the REMOTE START button x2 on the Key Fob twice within five seconds. Pressing the REMOTE START button a third time shuts the engine off.

To drive the vehicle, press the UNLOCK button, insert the key in the ignition and turn to the ON/RUN position.

With remote start, the engine will only run for 15 minutes (timeout) unless the ignition key is placed in the ON/RUN position.

The vehicle must be started with the key after two consecutive timeouts.

WARNING!

Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious injury or death when inhaled.

Keep Key Fob transmitters away from children. Operation of the Remote Start System, windows, door locks or other controls could cause serious injury or death.

THEFT ALARM

To Arm

Press the Key Fob LOCK button or the power door lock switch while the door is open.

To Disarm

Press the Key Fob UNLOCK button or turn the ignition to the ON/RUN position.

SEAT BELT

Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly.

Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap portion, pull up a bit on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision.

Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt.

A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision. You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt. The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together.

9

GETTING STARTED

A belt that is too loose will not protect you properly. In a sudden stop you could move too far forward, increasing the possibility of injury. Wear your seat belt snugly.

A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing, etc.).

The seat belts for both front seating positions are equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision.

A deployed pretensioner or a deployed air bag must be replaced immediately.

WARNING!

In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not buckled up properly. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly.

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) — AIR BAGS

This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and right front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint system. The Advanced Front Air Bags will not deploy in every type of collision.

Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide additional protection by supplementing the seat belts in certain frontal collisions depending on the severity and type of collision. Advanced Front Air Bags are not expected to reduce the risk of injury in rear, side, or rollover collisions.

This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains to protect the driver, front and rear passengers sitting next to a window.

If the Air Bag Warning Light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the vehicle serviced by an authorized service center immediately.

Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details regarding the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).

10

GETTING STARTED

WARNING!

Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The air bags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions, the air bags won't deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have air bags.

Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment could cause serious injury, including death. Air bags need room to inflate. Sit back, comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel.

Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains need room to inflate. Do not lean against the door or window. Sit upright in the center of the seat.

Being too close to the Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain during deployment could cause you to be severely injured or killed.

Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have deployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air bags will not be in place to protect you.

After any collision, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer immediately.

CHILD RESTRAINTS

Children 12 years and under should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front.

Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it.

Installing The LATCH - Compatible Child Restraint System

Your vehicle's second row passenger seats are equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren.

The rear outboard seating positions have lower anchors and all three rear seating positions have top tether anchors.

Child seats with fixed lower attachments must be installed in the outboard positions only. Child seats with flexible lower attachments can be used in all three seating positions.

Never install LATCH-compatible child seats such that two seats share a common lower anchorage.

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GETTING STARTED

• Loosen the child seat adjusters on the lower straps and tether straps so that you can attach the hook or connector to the lower and tether anchorages more easily.

• Attach the lower hooks or connectors over the top of the anchorage bars, pushing aside the seat cover material. The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars, located at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback.

The tether strap should be attached to the tether anchor on the rear of the seatback using the most direct path. For the outboard seating positions, route the tether underneath the head rest and attach the hook to the tether anchor located on the back of the seat.

Tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the seat.

Installing The Child Restraint Using The Vehicle Seat Belts

To install a child restraint, first, pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor to route it through the belt path of the child restraint and slide the latch plate into the buckle.

Next, extract all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor and then allow the belt to retract into the retractor. Finally, pull on any excess webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child restraint. Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally, and pull it tight if necessary.

Once you have completed securing the child restraint with the seat belt, secure the top tether strap. The tether strap should be attached to the tether anchor on the rear of the seatback using the most direct path. For the outboard seating positions, route the tether underneath the head rest and attach the hook to the tether anchor located on the back of the seat.

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GETTING STARTED

WARNING!

In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a projectile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are. The child and others could be severely injured or killed. Any child riding in your vehicle should be in a proper restraint for the child's size.

Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. The child could be severely injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint.

An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap.

Rearward-facing child seats must never be used in the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger air bag. An air bag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position.

FRONT SEATS

Power Seats

• The power seat switch, located on the outboard side of the seat near the floor, controls forward/back, up/down, and tilt adjustment.

Recliner

• Lean forward slightly, lift the recliner lever located on the outboard side of the seat, lean back and release at the desired position.

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GETTING STARTED

Memory Seat

• The memory seat feature allows you to save two different driver seating positions, driver's outside mirror, and radio station preset settings. The memory button's are located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column.

• Adjust all memory profile settings, press the S (SET) button then press 1 or 2 within five seconds.

To program a Key Fob to the memory position, place the ignition switch in the LOCK/OFF position and remove the Key Fob, press and release the LOCK button on the Key Fob to be programmed within 5 seconds of pressing button 1 or 2.

Press 1 or 2 to recall the saved positions, or press UNLOCK on the programmed Key Fob.

Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.

Manual Seat Adjustment

Forward/Rearward

• Lift up on the adjusting bar located at the front of the seat near the floor and release at the desired position.

Lumbar Support

• Rotate the lumbar lever, located on the inboard side of the seat, downward to increase and upward to decrease the desired amount of lumbar support.

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GETTING STARTED

Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat

• The front passenger seat can be folded flat to allow for extended cargo space. Pull up on the recliner lever to fold down the seatback.

CAUTION!

Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat's path.

WARNING!

Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted, and you could be severely injured or killed. Only adjust a seat while the vehicle is parked.

Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the seat belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision, you could slide under the seat belt and be severely injured or killed. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked.

REAR SEATS

60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat With Fold-Flat Feature

• Each rear seatback can be folded flat or reclined.

To Lower Rear Seatback

With the front seats fully upright and positioned forward, pull the release strap toward the front of the vehicle and fold the rear seatback completely forward.

Push down on the seatback to lock it in the folded position.

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GETTING STARTED

To Raise Rear Seatback

• Pull the release strap toward the front of the vehicle.

• Raise the seatback and lock it into place.

Recliner Adjustment

• Pull the release strap while sitting in the rear seat to recline the seatback, release at the desired position.

WARNING!

Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position, the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury.

HEATED SEATS

Front Heated Seats

The controls for front heated seats are located near the bottom center of the instrument panel (below the heater/air conditioning controls).

Press the switch once to select High-level heating. Press the switch a second time to select Low-level heating. Press the switch a third time to shut the heating elements Off.

If the High-level setting is selected, the system will automatically switch to Low-level after approximately 30 minutes. The Low-level setting will turn Off automatically after approximately 30 minutes.

WARNING!

Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion or other physical conditions must exercise care when using the seat heater. It may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time.

Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion. This may cause the seat heater to overheat. Sitting in a seat that has been overheated could cause serious burns due to the increased surface temperature of the seat.

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GETTING STARTED

TILT STEERING COLUMN

• The tilt lever is located on the left side of the steering column, below the turn signal lever.

• Push down on the lever to unlock the steering column.

• With one hand firmly on the steering wheel, move the steering column up or down as desired.

• Pull upward on the lever to lock the column firmly in place.

WARNING!

Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving, or driving with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Be sure the steering column is locked before driving your vehicle. Failure to follow this warning may result in severe injury or death.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS

A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle.

Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.

While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detrimental and should be avoided.

The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. For the recommended viscosity and quality grades, refer to “Maintaining Your Vehicle”.

NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as an indication of difficulty.

CAUTION!

Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result.

TURN SIGNAL/LIGHTS LEVER

Headlights/Parking Lights

Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent for parking lights , the second detent for headlights and the third detent for AUTO.

When set to AUTO, the system automatically turns the headlights on or off based on ambient light levels.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

Instrument Panel Dimmer

Rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a door is opened.

Rotate the center portion of the lever up to increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights when the parking lights or headlights are on.

Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the next detent position to brighten the odometer and radio controls when the parking lights or headlights are on.

Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the last detent to turn on the interior lighting.

Flash To Pass

Pull the lever toward you to activate the high beams. The high beams will remain on until the lever is released.

High Beam Operation

• Push the lever forward to activate the high beams.

NOTE: For safe driving, turn off the high beams when oncoming traffic is present to prevent headlight glare and as a courtesy to other motorists.

Fog Lights

Turn on the parking lights or low beam headlights and pull out the end of the lever.

Turn Signals/Lane Change Assist

Tap the lever up or down once and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times and automatically turn off.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

WIPER/WASHER LEVER

Front Wipers

Intermittent, Low And High Operation

Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent position for one of five intermittent settings, the second detent for low wiper operation and the third detent for high wiper operation.

Washer Operation

Pull the lever toward you and hold for as long as spray is desired.

Mist

Pull down on the lever and release when a single wipe is desired.

NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the windshield. The wash function must be activated in order to spray the windshield with washer fluid.

Rain Sensing Wipers

This feature senses moisture on the vehicle's windshield and automatically activates the wipers for the driver when the switch is in the intermittent position.

Rear Wiper

Wiper Operation

Rotate the center portion of the lever forward to the first detent for rear wiper operation.

Washer Operation

Rotate the center portion of the lever past the first detent to activate the rear washer.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

SPEED CONTROL

• The speed control switches are located on the steering wheel.

Cruise ON/OFF

• Push the ON/OFF switch to activate the Speed Control.

• The cruise symbol will appear on the instrument cluster to indicate the Speed Control is on.

• Push the ON/OFF switch a second time to turn the system off.

Set

With the Speed Control on, push and release the SET switch to set a desired speed.

Accel/Decel

Push and hold the RESUME/ACCEL switch to accelerate or push and hold the DECEL switch to decelerate the vehicle; release the switch to save the new set speed.

Once a speed is set, pushing the RESUME/ACCEL switch once or the DECEL switch once will increase or decrease the set speed approximately 1 mph (2 km/h).

Resume

To resume a previously selected set speed in memory, push the RESUME/ACCEL switch and release.

Cancel

Push the CANCEL switch or apply the brakes to cancel the set speed and maintain the set speed memory.

Push the ON/OFF switch to turn the system off and erase the set speed memory.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING!

Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want. You could lose control and have a collision.

Always leave the Electronic Speed Control system off when you are not using it.

Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control. A collision could be the result. Do not use Electronic Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered or slippery.

MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS

Air Recirculation

Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation.

For window defogging, turn the recirculation button off.

Recirculation is not allowed in defrost, floor, defrost/floor (mix) modes.

Heated Mirrors

The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster.

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AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC)

Automatic Operation

Turn the Mode and Blower Controls to the AUTO position.

Select the desired temperature by rotating the Temperature Control.

The system will maintain the set temperature automatically.

Air Conditioning (A/C)

If the air conditioning button is pressed while in the AUTO mode, the indicator light may flash three times to indicate the cabin air is being controlled automatically.

Air Recirculation

Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation.

For window defogging, turn the air recirculation button off.

If the recirculation button is pressed while in the AUTO mode, the indicator light may flash three times to indicate the cabin air is being controlled automatically.

Heated Mirrors

The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster.

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PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ASSIST

If an object is detected behind the rear bumper while the vehicle is in REVERSE, a warning will display in the EVIC.

When the Instrument Cluster reads either “Clean Sensor” or “Blinded”, clean off the bumper sensors to see if the condition is corrected.

LIFTGATE FLIPPER GLASS

• The liftgate flipper glass is unlocked when the liftgate is unlocked. To open the flipper glass, push up on the window switch located on the liftgate.

NOTE: If a malfunction to the liftgate latch should occur, an emergency liftgate latch release, located on the inside of the vehicle, can be used to open the liftgate. The emergency liftgate latch release can be accessed through a snap-in cover located on the liftgate trim panel.

WARNING!

To avoid injury, stand back when opening. Glass may automatically rise.

Driving with the liftgate or flipper glass open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the flipper glass closed when you are operating the vehicle.

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POWER SUNROOF

• The power sunroof switch is located on the overhead console.

Opening Sunroof

Express

Press the switch rearward and release. The sunroof will fully open and stop automatically.

Closing Sunroof

Express

Press the switch forward and release. The sunroof will close automatically from any position.

Manual Open/Close

Press and hold the switch rearward to open or forward to close the sunroof. Any release of the switch will stop the movement, and the sunroof will remain in a partially open or closed position until the switch is pressed again.

Venting Sunroof

Press and release the "VENT" button, and the sunroof will open to the vent position. This is called “Express Vent” and will occur regardless of sunroof position. During Express Vent operation, any movement of the switch will stop the sunroof.

Pinch Protection Feature

This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the sunroof during Express Close operation. If an obstruction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the sunroof will automatically return to the open position.

NOTE: Pinch protection is disabled while the switch is pressed and held during manual opening and closing of the sunroof.

WARNING!

Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death.

In a collision, there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could also be severely injured or killed. Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured.

Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof. Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any object to project through the sunroof opening. Injury may result.

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SKY SLIDER® ROOF

Press and release the top AUTO button, located in the center of the headliner, to automatically open the Sky Slider® from the front.

Press and quickly release the bottom AUTO button to automatically open the Sky Slider® from the rear.

Press the center button to automatically close the Sky Slider® from any position.

CAUTION!

Avoid pointing a high-pressure hand held spray wand directly at the sides of the top, as this can damage the seal and force water past the weather strips.

Never use an abrasive type cleaner or bleaches. Cleaners should not contain silicones, organic solvents, petroleum distillates, or plasticizers. Always wait until the top is thoroughly dry before opening it.

Avoid getting Scotchguard® on the surrounding weather strips, moldings, paint, or glass. Damage to those items might occur.

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WIND BUFFETING

Wind buffeting can be described as a helicopter-type percussion sound. If buffeting occurs with the rear windows open, adjust the front and rear windows together.

If buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening, or adjust any window. This will minimize buffeting.

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ELECTRONICS

YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM

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