Lincoln MKX 2011 User Manual

Introduction 4

Instrument Cluster 12

Warning lights and chimes 12 Gauges 17 Message center 18

Entertainment Systems 35

MyLincoln Touch™ system 35

Climate Controls 36

Automatic temperature control 36 Touchscreen features 39 Rear window defroster 42

Lights 44

Headlamps 44 Turn signal control 49 Bulb replacement 51

Driver Controls 57

Windshield wiper/washer control 57 Steering wheel adjustment 59 Power windows 63 Mirrors 65 Speed control 67 Adaptive cruise control 69

Locks and Security 91

Locks 97 Anti-theft system 112

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Seating and Safety Restraints 116

Seating 116 Safety restraints 129 Airbags 143 Child restraints 158

Tires, Wheels and Loading 176

Tire information 178 Tire inflation 180 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 193 Vehicle loading 198 Trailer towing 205 Recreational towing 209

Driving 210

Starting 210 Brakes 216 AdvanceTrac威 218 Transmission operation 226 Reverse sensing system 230 Rear-view camera system 232

Roadside Emergencies 254

Getting roadside assistance 254 Hazard flasher control 255 Fuel pump shut-off 255 Fuses and relays 256 Changing tires 265 Wheel lug nut torque 271 Jump starting 272 Wrecker towing 276

Customer Assistance 278

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 285 Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 285

Cleaning 286

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Maintenance and Specifications 294

Engine compartment 296 Engine oil 298 Battery 301 Engine coolant 304 Fuel information 309 Air filter(s) 324 Part numbers 328 Maintenance product specifications and capacities 329 Engine data 332

Accessories 335

Ford Extended Service Plan 337

Scheduled Maintenance Guide 341

Normal scheduled maintenance and log 347

Index 361

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CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations on acquiring your new Lincoln. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it.

For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website:

• In the United States: www.ford.com

• In Canada: www.ford.ca

• In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx

• In Australia: www.ford.com.au

Additional owner information is given in separate publications.

This Owner’s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available.

Remember to pass on the Owner’s Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle.

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

Warning symbols in this guide

How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed.

Warning symbols on your vehicle

When you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind.

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Protecting the environment

We must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol.

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and

certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

PERCHLORATE MATERIAL

Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules, seat belt pretensioners, and button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate Material – Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE

Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in. Try not to drive continuously at the same speed for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of new vehicle operation. Vary your speed frequently in order to give the moving parts a chance to break in.

Drive your new vehicle at least 1,000 miles (1,600 km) before towing a trailer. For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils since these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage.

SPECIAL NOTICES New Vehicle Limited Warranty

For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide.

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Special instructions

For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls.

WARNING: Please read the section Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints

chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury.

WARNING: Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR P265/40R22 LOW-PROFILE TIRES AND WHEELS

If your vehicle is equipped with P265/40R22 tires, they are low-profile tires. These tires and wheels are designed to give your vehicle a sport appearance. With low-profile tires, you may notice an increase in road noise and faster tire wear, depending on road conditions and driving styles. Due to their design, low-profile tires and wheels are more prone to road damage from potholes, rough or unpaved roads, car wash rails and curb contact than standard tires and wheels. Your vehicle’s warranty does not cover these types of damage. Tires should always be kept at the correct inflation pressures and extra caution should be taken when operating on rough roads to avoid impacts that could cause wheel and tire damage.

DATA RECORDING

Service Data Recording

Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and storing diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentially includes information about the performance or status of various systems and modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may access or share among them vehicle diagnostic information received through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle. For U.S. only (if equipped), if you choose to use the SYNC威 Vehicle Health Report, you consent that certain diagnostic information may also be accessed electronically by Ford Motor Company and Ford

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authorized service facilities, and that the diagnostic information may be used for any purpose. See your SYNC威 supplement for more information.

Event Data Recording

This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle; this data will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as:

• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;

• Whether or not the driver and passenger seatbelts were

buckled/fastened;

• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or the brake pedal; and

• How fast the vehicle was travelling; and

• Where the driver was positioning the steering wheel.

This data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur.

Note: EDR data is recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data or information (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) is recorded (see limitations regarding 911 Assist and Traffic, directions and Information privacy below). However, parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation.

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To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that have such special equipment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent, unless pursuant to court order or where required by law enforcement, other government authorities or other third parties acting with lawful authority. Other parties may seek to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada.

Note: Including to the extent that any law pertaining to Event Data Recorders applies to SYNC威 or its features, please note the following: Once 911 Assist (if equipped) is enabled (set ON), 911 Assist may, through any paired and connected cell phone, disclose to emergency services that the vehicle has been in a crash involving the deployment of an airbag or, in certain vehicles, the activation of the fuel pump shut-off. Certain versions or updates to 911 Assist may also be capable of being used to electronically or verbally provide to 911 operators the vehicle location (such as latitude and longitude), and/or other details about the vehicle or crash or personal information about the occupants to assist 911 operators to provide the most appropriate emergency services. If you do not want to disclose this information, do not activate the 911 Assist feature. See your SYNC威 supplement for more information.

Additionally, when you connect to Traffic, Directions and Information (if equipped, U.S. only) the service uses GPS technology and advanced vehicle sensors to collect the vehicle’s current location, travel direction, and speed (“vehicle travel information”) only to help provide you with the directions, traffic reports, or business searches your request. If you do not want Ford or its vendors to receive this information, do not activate the service. Ford Motor Company and the vendors it uses to provide you with this information do not store your vehicle travel information. For more information, see Traffic, Directions and Information, Terms and Conditions. See your SYNC威 supplement for more information.

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CELL PHONE USE

The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However, drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when using such equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency situations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits.

Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is not limited to, cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, text messaging devices and portable two-way radios.

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle

control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that you use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving and that you comply with all applicable laws.

EXPORT UNIQUE (NON–UNITED STATES/CANADA) VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION

For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the features and options that are described in this Owner’s Guide. A market unique supplement may be supplied that complements this book. By referring to the market unique supplement, if provided, you can properly identify those features, recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle. This Owner’s Guide is written primarily for the U.S. and Canadian Markets. Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for Export. Refer to this Owner’s Guide for all other required

information and warnings.

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These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Safety Alert

Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front

Airbag - Side

Child Seat Tether Anchor

Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System

Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based

Stability Control System Speed Control

Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher

Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment

See Owner’s Guide

Child Seat Lower Anchor

Brake System

Parking Aid System

Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe

Windshield Defrost/Demist

Rear Window Defrost/Demist

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Power Windows Front/Rear

Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock

Power Window Lockout

Interior Luggage Compartment Release

Panic Alarm Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

Engine Coolant Temperature

Do Not Open When Hot Battery

Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks

Battery Acid

Explosive Gas Fan Warning

Power Steering Fluid

Maintain Correct Fluid Level

Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter

MAX

MIN

Passenger Compartment Air Filter

Check Fuel Cap

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Low Tire Pressure Warning

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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

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120

100

140

120

100

Warning lights can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulbs work. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, refer to the respective system warning light for additional information.

Note: Some warning lights are reconfigurable telltale (RTT) indicators. These indicators display in the message center and function the same as a warning light but do not display on startup.

Service engine soon: The service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned on to check the bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. Normally, the service engine soon light will stay on until the engine is cranked, then turn itself off if no malfunctions are present. However, if after 15 seconds the service engine soon light blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. See the

Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

140

180

200

160

220

km/h

MPH

OFF

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Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the on-board diagnostics system (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to On-board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust

temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.

Powertrain malfunction/reduced power (RTT): Illuminates when a

powertrain or an AWD fault has been detected. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to on when the engine is not running, or in a position between on and start, or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to on. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this time, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level or a brake system malfunction. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

BRAKE

WARNING: Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning

light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury.

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Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated.

Airbag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when the ignition is turned on, continues to flash or remains on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. A chime will sound when there is a malfunction in the indicator light.

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A Belt-Minder威 chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt. Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter to activate/deactivate the Belt-Minder威 chime feature.

Charging system (RTT):

Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly. If it stays on while the engine is running, there may be a malfunction with the charging system. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. This indicates a problem with the electrical system or a related component.

Engine oil pressure (RTT):

Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

AdvanceTrac威 : Displays when the AdvanceTrac威/traction control is active. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately, refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

ABS

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AdvanceTrac威 off light:

Illuminates when AdvanceTrac威/traction control has been disabled by the driver. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

Low tire pressure warning:

Illuminates when your tire pressure is low. If the light remains on at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be checked. Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. When the ignition is first turned to on, the light will illuminate for 3 seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does not turn on or begins to flash, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. For more information on this system, refer to Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

Low fuel (RTT): Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty. Refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter.

Speed control (RTT): The speed control system indicator light changes color to indicate what mode the system is in:

• On (gray light): Illuminates when the speed control system is turned on. Turns off when the speed control system is engaged or turned off.

• Engaged (green light): Illuminates when the speed control system is engaged. Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged.

Adaptive cruise control (RTT) (if equipped): The speed control

system indicator light changes color to indicate what mode the system is in:

• On (gray light): Illuminates when the adaptive cruise control system is turned on. Turns off when the speed control system is turned off.

• Engaged (green light): Illuminates when the adaptive cruise control system is engaged. Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged.

OFF

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Door ajar (RTT): Displays when the ignition is on and any door is open.

Tailgate ajar (RTT): Displays when the ignition is on and the trunk is open.

Low washer fluid (RTT):

Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low.

Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.

High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.

Fog lamps: Illuminates when the fog lamps are turned on.

Heads up display (if equipped):

A red bar will illuminate on the windshield in certain instances when using adaptive cruise control and/or the collision warning system. It will also illuminate momentarily when you start your vehicle to make sure the display works. See Using adaptive cruise control in the Driving chapter for more information.

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Grade assist (RTT): Illuminates when the grade assist is turned on.

Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.

Parking brake on chime: Sounds when the parking brake is left on and the vehicle is driven. If the warning stays on after the park brake is off, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

GAUGES

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100

120

100

140

120

140

180

200

160

220

km/h

MPH

1 3

1. Multifunction display: This displays the fuel gauge, tachometer,

engine coolant temperature and the odometer/trip meter. This is also used to configure different vehicle personalization options and display the status of various vehicle functions. See Message center in this chapter for more information.

2. Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed.

3. Infotainment display: This display is used for the entertainment,

phone, navigation and climate systems. See the MyLincoln Touch™ supplement for more information.

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MESSAGE CENTER

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle

control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving and that you comply with all applicable laws.

Your vehicle’s message center is capable of monitoring many vehicle systems and will alert you to potential vehicle problems and various conditions with a informational messages and/or warnings.

The message center is also used to program/configure the different features of your vehicle. The message center display is located in the instrument cluster.

Use the left steering wheel controls to navigate through the message center.

Press the up/down arrow buttons to move up/down through the message center choices.

Press the left/right arrow buttons to move left/right through the message center choices.

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Press the OK button to select highlighted options and confirm choices/messages.

Main menu

From the main menu screen you can choose the following:

• Display Mode

• Trip1&2

• Fuel Economy

• Settings

• Information

Scroll up/down to highlight one of the options, then press the right arrow key or OK to enter into that menu option.

Gauge mode

Press the right arrow on the left steering wheel mounted button when display mode is selected. The boxes in the upper right corner of the screen indicate that there are multiple screens that you can navigate through. Each press of the right arrow will navigate to the next screen until the last screen is reached. The white highlighted box indicates which of the screens you are currently viewing:

Distance to empty (DTE) + Fuel gauge

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Full analog tachometer + Fuel gauge

Full analog tachometer + Fuel gauge + Engine coolant temperature gauge

Intelligent all-wheel drive (AWD) (if equipped) + fuel gauge

Shown with vertical bar tachometer enabled

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RPM

1000

Select-Shift Automatic™ transmission (SST)

Select-Shift tnsmission allows you to manually shift gears. If your vehicle is equipped with this feature it will be denoted by an M instead of an L located in the shift selector indicator. Refer to Automatic transmission operation in the Driving chapter.

When SST is activated the M will light up in the shift select indicator and also in the message center.

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The selected gear will be displayed at the bottom of the vertical bar tachometer (if selected).

The selected gear will be displayed within the full analog tachometer (if selected).

Trip1&2

Press the right arrow on the left steering wheel mounted button when trip1&2isselected.Theboxes in the upper right corner of the screen indicate that there are multiple screens that you can navigate through. Each press of the right arrow will navigate to the next screen until the last screen is reached. The white highlighted box indicates which of the screens you are currently viewing:

Enhanced trip display

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139.5 mi

MPG

28.5

300.5 GAL

00:58:44

RPM

1000

RPM

1000

• Trip distance — shows the accumulated trip distance

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• Average fuel economy — shows the average fuel economy for a given trip.

• Estimated amount of fuel consumed — shows the amount of fuel used for a given trip.

• Elapsed trip time — timer stops when the vehicle is turned off and restarts when the vehicle is restarted.

Standard trip mode

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139.5 mi

00:58:44

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• Trip distance — shows the accumulated trip distance

• Elapsed trip time — timer stops when the vehicle is turned off and

restarts when the vehicle is restarted.

Press OK to pause the Trip 1 or 2 screen. Press again to un-pause. Press and hold OK to reset the currently displayed trip information.

RPM

1000

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Fuel Economy

Press the right arrow on the left steering wheel mounted button when fuel economy is selected. The boxes in the upper right corner of the screen indicate that there are multiple screens that you can navigate through. Each press of the right arrow will navigate to the next screen until the last screen is reached. The white highlighted box indicates which of the screens you are currently viewing:

Instant fuel economy

Shown with vertical bar tachometer enabled

• This display shows a visual graph of your instantaneous fuel economy. Press the right arrow to reach the other fuel displays and press the left arrow once to return to the previous display.

Configurable fuel history

Shown with vertical bar tachometer enabled

• This display shows a bar chart of your fuel history, configurable to 5, 10 or 30 minutes. Refer to Settings to configure the history time.

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1000

RPM

1000

When the fuel level becomes low (50 miles [80 km] to empty), the level indicator will change to amber. When the fuel level becomes critically low (0 miles [0 km] to empty), the level indicator will change to red.

If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing miles traveled by gallons of fuel used (liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled), your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons:

• Your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up.

• Differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at

service stations.

• Variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another.

• Rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0.1 gallon (liter).

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To determine your average highway fuel economy, do the following:

1. Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average.

2. Record the highway fuel economy for future reference. It is important to press RESET in order to reset the function after

setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings. For more information refer to Essentials of good fuel economy in the

Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

Settings

In this mode, you can configure different driver setting choices. Press the right arrow key (when in the Settings menu) to reach the listed modes below:

Note: Some items are optional and may not appear.

Driver Assist

Traction Control On / Off Blind Spot On (default on key cycle) / Off Collision Warning Sensitivity

(if MyKey™ is programmed)

Chimes On (default on key cycle) / Off Warn-<ON> On (default on key cycle) / Off

Cross Traffic Alert

Cruise Control Adaptive or Normal Rear Park Aid On (default on key cycle) / Off Trailer Sway On (default on key cycle) / Off

On (default on key cycle) / Off

High / Normal / Low

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Vehicle

Autolamp Delay Off, 10 / 20 (default setting) / 30 / 60 / 90 / 120 /

180 seconds Easy Entry/Exit On (default on key cycle) / Off Fuel DTE Calculation Normal, Towing

Long Term Econ Hold OK to Reset... Locks Autolock, On (default on key cycle) / Off

Autounlock On (default on key cycle) / Off

Remote

Unlocking Menu Control Standard / Memory On Oil Life Reset Set to 10–100% (100% default setting) Power Liftgate Enable (default setting) / Disable

Climate Control

(using this

feature allows

you to select

different climate

control modes Remote Start

Windows Remote Open On / Off

Wipers

when the vehicle

is started using

the remote start

feature)

Duration 5 / 10 /15 minutes

Quiet Start On / Off

System Enable / Disable

Courtesy Wipe On / Off

Rain Sensing On / Off

Reverse Wiper On / Off

All doors / Driver’s door

Heater – A/C Auto / Last

Settings

Heated Wheel Auto Heated /

Off

Front Defrost Auto / Off

Rear Defrost Auto / Off

Driver Seat Auto / Off

Passenger Seat Auto / Off

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*MyKey

Create MyKey Press and hold OK to create MyKey Traction Control Always On / User Selectable Speed Warning Off, 65 mph (105 km/h), 55 mph (89 km/h), 45 mph

(72 km/h) Max Speed Set to 80 MPH (130 km/h) / Off Volume Limiter On / Off Clear MyKeys Hold OK to Clear MyKeys

*Some MyKey items will only appear if a MyKey is set.

Display

Gauge Display Fuel Gauge / Fuel gauge + Tachometer Trip Display Standard / Enhanced

Language

English / Español / Français

Units

Distance Miles & Gallons / Kilometers & Liters Temperature Fahrenheit (°F) / Celsius (°C)

Restore defaults

Hold OK to Restore Settings to Factory Defaults

Information

In this mode, you can view different vehicle system information and perform a system check.

When “Press OK for info” is displayed, pressing OK will give you information on the currently selected/displayed options. Information is only available when traveling less than 3 mph (5 km/h).

MyKey

Admin Keys (Number of admin keys) MyKeys (Number of MyKeys programmed) MyKey Miles (km) (Distance traveled using a programmed MyKey)

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System Check*

Oil Life Wash Fluid Doors Liftgate B lind spot Cross Traffic Brakes Fuel (distance to empty)

*Some items will only display during a system check if a problem has been detected. If an issue exists on one of the monitored systems, the message center will display the number of warnings that need immediate attention in red and the number of informational warnings will be listed in amber. Use the up/down arrow buttons to scroll through the list; press the right arrow button to display specific information on the highlighted warning.

System warnings and status messages

System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle’s operating systems.

In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center will cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for four seconds.

The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages.

Types of messages and warnings:

• Some messages will appear briefly to inform you of something you may need to take action on or be informed of.

• Some messages will appear once and then again when the vehicle is restarted.

• Some messages will reappear after clearing or being reset if a problem or condition is still present and needs your attention.

• Some messages can be acknowledged and reset by pressing RESET. This allows you to use the full message center functionality by clearing the message.

DRIVER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the driver door is not completely closed.

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LIFTGATE AJAR — Displayed when the liftgate is not completely closed.

PASSENGER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the passenger door is not completely closed.

REAR LEFT DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the rear left door is not completely closed.

RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the rear right door is not completely closed.

CHECK FUEL FILL INLET — Displayed when the fuel fill inlet may not be properly closed. Refer to Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

FUEL LEVEL LOW XXX MI TO E — Displayed as an early reminder of a low fuel condition.

BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW — Indicates the brake fluid level is low and the brake system should be inspected immediately. Refer to Brake fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM — Displayed when the brake system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM — Displayed when the brake system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

PARK BRAKE ENGAGED — Displayed when the parking brake is set, the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3mph (5 km/h). If the warning stays on after the parking brake is released, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

SERVICE ADVANCETRAC — Displayed when the AdvanceTrac威 system has detected a condition that requires service. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

SHIFT TO PARK — Displayed when the start/stop button is pressed to shut off the engine with the shift select lever in any position other than P (Park). Refer to Fast restart feature in Push button start system in the Driving chapter for more information.

CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON — Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is 10% or less.

ENGINE COOLANT OVER TEMP — Displayed when the engine coolant temperature is excessively high.

LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE — Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine. Check the oil level. See Checking the

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engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

OIL CHANGE REQUIRED — Displayed when the oil life left reaches 0%.

WASHER FLUID LEVEL LOW — Indicates the washer fluid reservoir is less than one quarter full. Check the washer fluid level. Refer to Windshield washer fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

LOW TIRE PRESSURE — Displayed when one or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure. Refer to Inflating Your Tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT — Displayed when the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer.

TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT — Displayed when a tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. For more information on how the system operates under these conditions, refer to

Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. If the warning stays on or

continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

POWER STEERING ASSIST FAULT — The power steering system has disabled power steering assist due to a system error; service is required.

CHECK ADAPTIVE HEADLAMPS (if equipped) — Displayed when an error is detected in the adaptive headlamps system.

BUCKLE UP TO UNMUTE AUDIO — Displayed when a MyKey™ is in use and Belt-Minder威 is activated. Refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

REMOVE OBJECTS NEAR PASS SEAT — Displayed when objects are by the passenger seat. After the objects are moved away from the seat, if the warning stays on or continues to come on contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

AWD OFF (if equipped) — Displayed when the AWD system has been automatically disabled to protect itself. This is caused by operating the vehicle with the compact spare tire installed or if the system is overheating. The AWD system will resume normal function and clear this

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message after driving a short distance with the road tire re-installed or after the system is allowed to cool.

CHECK AWD — Displayed in conjunction with the Throttle Control/Transmission/AWD operating properly. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

FOR HILL DESCENT REDUCE SPEED 20 MPH OR LESS (if equipped) — Displayed when hill descent speed exceeds 20 MPH.

FOR HILL DESCENT REDUCE SPEED 32 KM/H OR LESS (if equipped) — Displayed when hill descent speed exceeds 32 KM/H.

FOR HILL DESCENT SHIFT INTO GEAR (if equipped) —

Displayed when hill descent control mode requires driver shift transmission into gear.

FOR OFF ROAD SLOW TO 5 MPH (if equipped) — Displayed when the vehicle speed requirement for off road mode entry has not been met.

DRIVER RESUME CONTROL (if equipped) — Displayed when the hill control and off road mode require the driver to resume control.

HILL DESCENT CONTROL ACTIVE (if equipped) — Displayed when hill descent control mode becomes active.

HILL DESCENT CONTROL FAULT (if equipped) — Displayed when a hill descent system fault is present.

HILL DESCENT CONTROL OFF (if equipped)— Displayed when hill descent control mode becomes inactive.

HILL DESCENT CONTROL OFF SYSTEM COOLING (if equipped)

— Displayed when hill descent control mode is disabled to cool the brake system.

HILL DESCENT CONTROL READY (if equipped) — Displayed when hill descent control mode is ready.

MODE CHANGE NOT ACCEPTED, RETRY (if equipped) — Displayed when hill descent control mode cannot be changed at time of driver request.

ACCESSORY POWER ACTIVE (if equipped) — Displayed when the vehicle is in the accessory ignition state.

CHECK SPEED DRIVE SAFELY — Displayed when a MyKey™ is in use and the optional setting is on and the vehicle exceeds a preselected speed. Refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

light when the AWD system is not

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