Lincoln MKX 2012 Owner's Manual

Introduction 4

Instrument Cluster 12

Warning lights and chimes 12 Gauges 17 Message center 18

Entertainment Systems 38

MyLincoln Touch™ system 38

Climate Controls 40

Automatic temperature control 40 Rear window defroster 43

Lights 45

Headlamps 45 Turn signal control 50 Interior lamps 51 Bulb replacement 52

Driver Controls 58

Windshield wiper/washer control 58 Steering wheel adjustment 60 Power windows 64 Mirrors 66 Speed control 68 Adaptive cruise control 70 Utility hooks 92

Locks and Security 94

Locks 99 Anti-theft system 114

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Seating and Safety Restraints 119

Seating 119 Personal Safety System™ 131 Safety belt system 134 Airbags 146 Child restraints 161

Tires, Wheels and Loading 178

Tire information 180 Tire inflation 183 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 195 Vehicle loading 199 Trailer towing 206 Recreational towing 209

Driving 211

Starting 211 Brakes 217 AdvanceTrac威 219 Transmission operation 227 Reverse sensing system 231 Rear-view camera system 233

Roadside Emergencies 254

Getting roadside assistance 254 Hazard flasher control 255 Fuel pump shut-off 256 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

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Cleaning 286

Maintenance and Specifications 293

Engine compartment 295 Changing the wiper blades 296 Engine oil 297 Battery 301 Engine coolant 303 Fuel information 308 Air filter(s) 323 Part numbers 326 Maintenance product specifications and capacities 327 Engine data 330

Accessories 333

Ford Extended Service Plan 335

Scheduled Maintenance 339

Normal scheduled maintenance and log 345

Index 358

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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.

WARNING: Fuel pump shut-off: In the event of an accident

this feature will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. It can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. collision when parking). To restart your vehicle, refer to Fuel pump shut-off in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.

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.

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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.

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, safety 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.

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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.

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.

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

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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 safety belts 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.

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.

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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 that you 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

Instrument cluster with standard measure shown– metric similar

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 not completely closed.

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.

Engine coolant temperature (RTT): Illuminates when the engine

coolant temperature is high. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot.

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.

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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.

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

Shown in standard measure– metric similar

100

120

100

140

120

140

180

200

160

220

km/h

MPH

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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.

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 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.

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• 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.

• 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.

Menu Control: You can choose a different menu control operation to suit your needs. In any screen which shows these category icons (other than the Main menu screen) and:

km/h

MPH

• Standard is set– then scrolling up and down will scroll through the main categories.

• Memory on is set– then scrolling up and down will scroll through the last selected sub-category/screen within a main category.

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To change the Menu Control between Standard or Memory On, refer to Vehicle and Menu Control found in the table under the Settings section later in this chapter.

Display 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:

Note: Regardless of display mode chosen, when SST is activated, the cluster will change to the tachometer if not already selected, and the M will light up in the shift select indicator and also in the message center. Refer to Automatic transmission operation in the Driving chapter.

Distance to empty (DTE) + Fuel gauge + Bar tachometer

• Distance to empty (DTE): Shows approximate fuel level before the fuel tank reaches empty. The value is dynamic and can change (raise or lower) depending on driving style.

• Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank. The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade. 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.

When a MyKey威 is in use, low fuel warnings will display earlier .

Note:

• Bar tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine.

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RPM

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01234.5mi

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Note: You can also choose to have only the fuel gauge show in this mode. Refer to Display > Gauge Display found in the table under the Settings section later in this chapter.

Round analog tachometer + Fuel gauge

For descriptions of the tachometer and fuel gauge, see the description listed previously.

Round analog tachometer + Fuel gauge + Engine coolant temperature gauge

For descriptions of the tachometer and fuel gauge, see the description listed previously.

• Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operating temperature, the level indicator will be in the normal range. If the engine coolant temperature exceeds the normal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.

Intelligent AWD (if equipped) + other gauges

For a description of the other gauges, see the descriptions listed previously.

• Intelligent AWD: displays power distribution between the front and rear wheels. More power to either front or rear wheels will be displayed by more area filled in. Refer to All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system in the Driving chapter.

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Select-Shift Automatic™ transmission (SST)

This feature 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.

Regardless of display mode chosen, when SST is activated, the cluster will change to the tachometer if not already selected, and the M will light up in the shift select indicator and also in the message center. Refer to Automatic transmission operation in the Driving chapter.

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).

RPM

1000

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Trip1&2

Press the right arrow on the left steering wheel mounted button when trip1&2isselected. 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:

Choose the standard or enhanced display. See the Settings chart following to reach the trip display settings.

Standard trip display

• 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.

Enhanced trip display

Trip 1

01234.5mi

Trip 1

01234.5mi

139.5 mi

00:58:44

139.5 mi

MPG

28.5

300.5 GAL

00:58:44

RPM

1000

RPM

1000

• Trip distance — shows the accumulated trip distance.

• 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.

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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.

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:

Inst. 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.

Press and hold OK to reset the currently displayed fuel information.

XX Min 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. To configure the fuel history, press the right arrow button when in this screen.

Press and hold OK to reset the currently displayed fuel information.

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.

Inst. Fuel Economy

01234.5mi

XX Min Fuel History

01234.5mi

RPM

1000

RPM

1000

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

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

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 reset fuel economy 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/Vehicle 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 High / Normal / Low

Chimes On (default on key cycle) / Off

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

Vehicle

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

180 seconds Easy Entry/Exit On / Off Fuel DTE Calculation Normal, Towing Locks Autolock, On / Off

Autounlock On / Off

Remote

Unlocking

All doors / Driver’s door

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Vehicle

Menu Control Standard / Memory On Oil Life Reset Set to XXX% Power Liftgate Enable / Disable

Climate Control (using this feature allows you to select different climate control modes

Remote Start

Wipers

Create MyKey Press and hold OK to create MyKey Traction Control Always On / User Selectable Max Speed Set to 80 MPH (130 km/h) / Off Speed Warning 45 mph (72 km/h), 55 mph (89 km/h), 65 mph

Volume Limiter On / Off Clear MyKeys Hold OK to Clear All MyKeys

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

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

(105 km/h), Off

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

*MyKey

Display

Gauge Display Fuel Gauge / Fuel + Tach Trip Display Standard / Enhanced

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Language

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Units

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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.

Warnings

XX Warnings Displays the number of warnings that need

immediate attention in amber. You can only view the warnings form the System Check menu. View them immediately by pressing OK and then OK again to enter system check. Use the up/down arrows to scroll through the warnings.

MyKey

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

System Check*

Warnings display first (only displays if warnings are present) Oil Life Wash Fluid Doors Liftgate Blind spot Cross Traffic Brakes Fuel (distance to empty)

*Some items will only display during a system check if a problem has been detected.

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Instrument Cluster

System warnings and status messages

See System warning and status messages later in this chapter for more information.

SYSTEM WARNINGS AND STATUS MESSAGES

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

Note: Depending on the vehicle options equipped with your vehicle, not all of the messages will display or be available. Some messages may read differently also, depending on the options your vehicle has.

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 OK. This allows you to use the full message center functionality by clearing the message.

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Instrument Cluster

Adaptive Cruise

Control Messages ADAPTIVE CRUISE MALFUNCTION ADAPTIVE CRUISE NOT AVAILABLE ADAPTIVE CRUISE

NOT AVAILABLE SENSOR BLOCKED SEE MANUAL

CRUISE CONTROL AUTOMATIC BRAKING TURNED OFF

AdvanceTrac威 /

Traction Control

Messages SERVICE ADVANCETRAC

TRACTION CONTROL OFF

TRAILER SWAY REDUCE SPEED

Action / Description

Displayed when a radar malfunction is preventing the ACC from engaging.

Displayed when conditions exist such that the adaptive cruise cannot function properly.

Displayed when the radar is blocked because of poor radar visibility due to bad weather or ice/mud/water in front of radar. Driver can typically clean the sensor to resolve.

Displayed when adaptive cruise control automatic braking is turned off.

Action / Description

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

Displayed when the traction control has been disabled by the driver. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

Displayed when the trailer sway control has detected trailer sway. For more information, refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

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Instrument Cluster

Alarm/Security

Messages STARTING SYSTEM FAULT

TO STOP ALARM START VEHICLE

AWD Messages Action / Description

AWD OFF

CHECK AWD

This message is displayed when there is a problem with your vehicle’s starting security system; your vehicle will not be able to start. See your authorized dealer for service.

Displayed when the perimeter alarm system is armed and the vehicle is entered using the key on the driver’s side door. In order to prevent the perimeter alarm system from triggering, the ignition must be turned to start or on before the 12 second chime expires. See

Perimeter alarm system in the Locks and security chapter.

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

Displayed in conjunction with the Throttle Control/Transmission/AWD the AWD system is not operating properly. If

the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Action / Description

light when

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