Mercury Mariner Hybrid 2008 Owner's Manual

	Table of Contents
Introduction	4
Instrument Cluster	18
Warning lights and chimes	18
Gauges	23
Entertainment Systems	25
Auxiliary input jack (Line in)	32
Satellite radio information	35
Navigation system	38
Climate Controls	39
Dual automatic temperature control	39
Rear window defroster	43
Lights	44
Headlamps	44
Turn signal control	48
Bulb replacement	50
Driver Controls	55
Windshield wiper/washer control	55
Steering wheel adjustment	56
Power windows	61
Mirrors	62
Speed control	65
Moon roof	69
Message center	70
Locks and Security	83
Keys	83
Locks	85
Anti-theft system	96

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Seating and Safety Restraints	100
Seating	100
Safety restraints	108
Airbags	123
Child restraints	138
Tires, Wheels and Loading	150
Tire information	152
Tire inflation	155
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	167
Vehicle loading	172
Trailer towing	178
Recreational towing	183
Driving	184
Starting	184
Brakes	187
Transmission operation	192
Roadside Emergencies	205
Getting roadside assistance	205
Hazard flasher switch	207
Fuel pump/High voltage shut-off switches	207
Fuses and relays	209
Changing tires	215
Lug nut torque	226
Jump starting	227
Wrecker towing	234
Customer Assistance	235
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only)	241
Reporting safety defects (Canada only)	242
Cleaning	243

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Maintenance and Specifications	250
Engine compartment	253
Engine oil	256
Battery	259
Engine Coolant and Motor/Electronics Coolant	261
Fuel information	267
Air filter(s)	281
Part numbers	284
Maintenance product specifications and capacities	285
Engine data	287
Accessories	290
Scheduled Maintenance Guide	292
Normal scheduled maintenance and log	297
Special operating conditions and log	303
Index	309

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Copyright © 2006 Ford Motor Company

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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 air bag 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.

CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations on acquiring your new Mercury Mariner Hybrid. 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

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 this Owner’s Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle.

Fuel pump and high voltage battery shut-off switches: In the event of an accident the fuel pump shut-off switch may

automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine and the high voltage shut-off switch cuts off power from the high voltage battery. These switches can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. collision when parking). For information on resetting the fuel pump shut-off switch and the high voltage battery shutoff switch, refer to the Fuel pump/high voltage shut-off switches in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.

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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.

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.

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 500 miles (800 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.

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HYBRID OPERATION

The Hybrid is a whole new kind of SUV that combines electric and gasoline propulsion without compromise, to provide breakthrough performance and efficiency. It requires no special fuels and never has to be plugged in. Familiarizing yourself with these unique characteristics will help ensure optimal performance from your new vehicle.

Normal vehicle operation

Starting: Turn the ignition key to the START position while your vehicle is in Park (P). The gas engine will turn on, accompanied by the green “ready indicator” light. Your engine may shut off shortly after starting, depending on temperature and battery charge level. This is a natural part of your Hybrid’s fuel-saving features. The “ready indicator” light will stay on, and you do not need to restart the vehicle.

Note: You may notice higher engine speeds upon start-up. This temporary condition is normal and necessary to heat up the cabin for occupant comfort.

Driving: The gas engine automatically starts and stops to provide power when it’s needed and to save fuel when it’s not. While coasting at low speeds, coming to a stop, or standing, the gas engine normally shuts down and the vehicle operates in electric-only mode. Conditions that cause the engine to start up or remain running include:

•Driving request for moderate to rapid acceleration

•Vehicle speed above 40 mph (65 kph)

•Ascending a hill

•ECON mode not selected (while Climate Control is ON)

•Selection of climate control defrost mode or defrost/floor mode

•Charge level of high voltage battery is low

•Very high or low outside temperature (to provide system cooling/heating)

Stopping: The gas engine may shut off to conserve fuel as you come to a stop. Restarting the vehicle is not required. Simply step on the accelerator when you are ready to drive.

Transmission Operation: Due to the technologically advanced, electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transaxle (eCVT) you will not feel shift changes like those of a non-hybrid vehicle. Your Hybrid’s transmission is designed to do its work seamlessly.

Since your engine speed is controlled by the transmission, it may seem elevated at times. This is normal hybrid operation and helps deliver fuel efficiency and performance.

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Neutral: It is not recommended to idle the vehicle in (N) Neutral for extended periods of time because this will discharge your high voltage battery and decrease fuel economy. Also, the engine cannot provide power to the hybrid system in (N) Neutral.

Low Gear: Low gear (L) is designed to mimic the enhanced engine braking available in non-hybrid vehicles. On long downhill grades, (L) Low gear may produce high engine speeds to provide necessary engine braking. This is normal and will not damage your vehicle. Response during acceleration should be the same as in the (D) Drive position.

Reverse: (R) Reverse Gear vehicle speed is limited to 22 mph (35 km/h).

Unique Hybrid operating characteristics

Your Hybrid, with its new technology, behaves differently compared to a non-hybrid. Here is a description of the major differences:

Battery: Your Hybrid is equipped with a high voltage battery cooling system in the rear of the vehicle. A cool battery ensures battery life and provides the best possible performance. Your hybrid high voltage battery may periodically re-condition itself to ensure maximum efficiency. You may notice slight changes in drivability during this process, but it’s an important part of your Hybrid’s high voltage battery optimization features.

You may hear a series of clicks from the cargo area when you first turn the key in the ignition. This sound is the high voltage contactors closing to allow you to start your hybrid.

In addition, you may hear fan noise and a slight tapping sound from the rear as the vent door operates. This fan may continue to operate for short durations after the vehicle has been turned off. These noises are a customary part of hybrid operation and do not require service.

If the vehicle is left inoperative for over 31 days, it may be necessary to jumpstart the vehicle. For more information, refer to Jump starting your (Low voltage [underhood] battery only) in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.

Engine: The engine speed in your hybrid is not directly tied to your vehicle speed. Your vehicle’s engine and transmission are designed to deliver the power you need at the most efficient engine speed. During heavy accelerations, your hybrid may reach high engine speeds (up to 6000 RPM). This is characteristic of the Atkinson cycle engine technology helping to maximize your hybrid’s fuel economy.

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In prolonged mountainous driving, you may see the engine tachometer changing without your input. This is intentional and maintains the battery charge level. You may also notice during extended downhill driving that your engine continues to run instead of shutting off.

During this “engine braking”, the engine stays on, but it’s not using any fuel. You may also hear a slight whine or whistle when operating your vehicle. This is the normal operation of the electric generator in the hybrid system.

During certain events (such as vehicle servicing) your low voltage (underhood) battery may become disconnected or disabled. When this occurs, and after reconnecting the low voltage (underhood) battery and driving the vehicle, the engine may continue to operate for 3-5 seconds after the key is turned to the 1 (LOCK) position. This is a normal condition, as the vehicle’s computers are relearning the operating characteristics of your particular engine in order to operate it at maximum efficiency.

Braking: Your hybrid is equipped with standard hydraulic braking and regenerative braking. Regenerative braking is performed by your transmission and it captures brake energy and stores it in your high voltage battery.

You may hear a pumping sound when you unlock or enter the vehicle and a venting sound a few minutes after shutting off the vehicle. This is the hydraulic portion of your regenerative braking system charging and discharging.

Driving to optimize fuel economy

Your fuel economy should improve throughout your hybrid’s break-in period. As with any vehicle, fuel economy can be significantly impacted by your driving habits and accessory usage. For best results, keep in mind these tips:

Tire Inflation: Keep tires properly inflated and only use recommended size.

Climate Control: Your hybrid is equipped with an “ECON” button that offers a more fuel efficient operation of your automatic temperature control system.

When activated, the “ECON” feature allows the engine to shut down at low speeds or when your vehicle is stopped.

If cooler temperature is desired, the “ECON” button can be turned off, for better interior cooling but lower fuel economy.

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The “ECON” mode turns itself off when you select defrost or defrost/floor mode, although on cold days, you may still experience engine shut-down while in defrost or defrost/floor mode.

Drive Habits: Aggressive driving increases the amount of energy required to move your vehicle. In general, better fuel economy is achieved with mild to moderate acceleration and deceleration. Moderate braking is particularly important since it allows you to maximize the energy captured by the regenerative braking system.

NOTE: Having your engine running is not always an indication of inefficiency – in some cases it is actually more efficient than driving in electric mode.

Additional Tips:

•Do not carry extra loads

•Be mindful of adding external accessories that may increase aerodynamic drag

•Observe posted speed limits

•Perform all scheduled maintenance

•There is no need to wait for your engine to “warm up”. The vehicle is ready to drive immediately after starting

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Frequently asked questions

Question	Answer
What is the pumping sound I hear	This is the hydraulic portion of
when I unlock or enter the vehicle,	your regenerative braking system
and the venting sound a few	pressurizing and depressurizing.
minutes after shutting off my	You may also hear it occasionally
vehicle?	after pressing the brake pedal.
What are the series of clicks from	The high voltage battery is
the cargo area when I first turn	electrically isolated from the rest
the key in the ignition?	of the vehicle when the key is
	OFF. When the key is turned ON,
	high voltage contactors inside the
	battery are closed to make the
	electricity available to the
	motor/generator and enable the
	vehicle to drive. The clicks are the
	sound of these contactors as they
	close and open during start up and
	shut down.
Why does the engine always start	Your engine is started at key-on
at key-on?	because the emission components
	need to be warm in order to
	minimize tailpipe emissions, and in
	cooler climates for cabin heating
	and windshield defrost
	performance.
After I start my car in the	There are several reasons the
morning, why does it take a long	engine stays on for an extended
time before the engine shuts	amount of time when it is first
down?	started. One common reason is to
	ensure that the emissions
	components are warm enough to
	minimize tailpipe emissions. As the
	climate gets cooler, this
	“engine-ON” time is extended.
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Question	Answer
Why does my engine never shut	The engine is required to turn on
down above 40 mph (64 km/h)?	above this speed to protect the
	transaxle hardware.
Why does my engine stay ON	In order to ensure that the climate
when it’s extremely cold outside?	control system can begin heating
	the cabin and/or defrosting the
	windshield as soon as a driver
	requests it, the engine coolant
	temperature has to be kept
	sufficiently hot. Keeping the
	engine on is required to maintain
	the correct minimum temperature.
Why does my engine rev up so	Your vehicle’s engine and
high sometimes when I accelerate?	transmission are designed to
	deliver the power you need at the
	most efficient engine speed. This
	may be higher than expected
	during heavy accelerations, and
	may fluctuate during steady state
	driving. These are characteristics
	of the Atkinson engine cycle and
	the eCVT transaxle technology
	that help maximize your hybrid’s
	fuel economy.
What does it mean when my	Electricity is coming out of the
power assist gauge moves to the	battery when the gauge moves to
right? To the left?	the right. Electricity is going into
	the battery when the gauge moves
	to the left.

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Question	Answer
What is the fan noise and slight	The fan noise comes from two fans
tapping sound I hear from the rear	located inside the high voltage
of my hybrid?	battery. These fans turn on when
	the battery requires cooling air.
	The fan speed, and associated
	noise level, will change according
	to the amount of cooling required
	to maintain good performance.
How far can I go in Electric Drive	Running out of gas is not
if I run out of gas?	recommended. However, you may
	be able to go about one mile,
	driving at 30 mph (48 km/h), if the
	battery has a normal state of
	charge.
What is the engine oil change	The engine oil should be changed
service interval?	every 10,000 miles (16,000 km)
	under normal operating conditions.
	See the Scheduled maintenance
	guide chapter.
Can I put E10 or E85 in my	Your hybrid vehicle can use E10
vehicle, and how will it affect my	(10% ethanol, 90% gasoline) fuel,
fuel economy?	but you may notice slightly
	reduced fuel economy because
	ethanol contains less energy per
	gallon than gasoline. Your hybrid
	vehicle is not designed to use E85
	(85% ethanol).
How long will my high voltage	The high voltage battery system is
battery last? Does it need	designed to last the life of the
maintenance?	vehicle and requires no
	maintenance.

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Question	Answer
Can you charge the battery with a	There are no provisions for
plug into an A/C outlet?	charging the high voltage battery
	from a power supply external to
	the vehicle.
What is the purpose of the ECON	ECON mode may provide
button?	improved fuel economy by
	preventing the gasoline engine
	from running for the sole purpose
	of providing air conditioning. When
	the engine turns off, the A/C
	compressor does not operate and
	warm air may come out of the
	vents. In ECON mode, A/C
	operates as normal when the
	gasoline engine is running.
Can I tow the hybrid behind my	Yes. Your hybrid vehicle can be
motor home with all four wheels	“flat-towed” without modification.
down?	See the Recreational Towing
	section in the Tires, Wheels and
	Loading chapter for more
	information.
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.

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.

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

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 vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle.

Event Data Recording

Other modules in your vehicle — event data recorders — are capable of collecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event. The recorded information may assist in the investigation of such an event. The modules may record information about both the vehicle and the occupants, potentially including information such as:

•how various systems in your vehicle were operating;

•whether or not the driver and passenger seatbelts were buckled;

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

•how fast the vehicle was traveling; and

•where the driver was positioning the steering wheel.

To access this information, special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules. 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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Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles

Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles.

Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Guide carefully. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury or death.

Using your vehicle with a snowplow

Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing.

Your vehicle is not equipped with a snowplowing package.

Using your vehicle as an ambulance

Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance.

Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package.

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, in-vehicle communications systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios.

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 that may take their focus off the road. The drivers primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so.

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

	Vehicle Symbol Glossary
	Safety Alert	See Owner’s Guide
	Fasten Safety Belt	Airbag - Front
	Airbag - Side	Child Seat Lower
		Anchor
	Child Seat Tether	Brake System
	Anchor
	Anti-Lock Brake System	Parking Brake System
	Brake Fluid -	Parking Aid System
	Non-Petroleum Based
	Stability Control System	Speed Control
	Master Lighting Switch	Hazard Warning Flasher
	Fog Lamps-Front	Fuse Compartment
	Fuel Pump Reset	Windshield Wash/Wipe
	Windshield	Rear Window
	Defrost/Demist	Defrost/Demist

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Vehicle Symbol Glossary

	Power Windows	Power Window Lockout
	Front/Rear
	Child Safety Door	Interior Luggage
	Lock/Unlock	Compartment Release
	Panic Alarm	Engine Oil
	Engine Coolant	Engine Coolant
		Temperature
	Do Not Open When Hot	Battery
	Avoid Smoking, Flames,	Battery Acid
	or Sparks
	Explosive Gas	Fan Warning
	Power Steering Fluid	Maintain Correct Fluid
		Level
	Emission System	Engine Air Filter
	Passenger Compartment	Jack
	Air Filter
	Check Fuel Cap	Low Tire Pressure
		Warning

MAX

MIN

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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

Warning lights and gauges 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.

Check engine: The Check Engine indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the RUN position to check the bulb and to

indicate whether the vehicle is ready for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. Normally, the Check Engine light will stay on until the engine is cranked, then turn itself off if no malfunctions are present. However, if after 15 seconds the Check Engine 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.

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 have your vehicle serviced immediately by your authorized dealer.

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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.

Check fuel cap: Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be properly installed. Continued driving with this light on may cause the Check engine warning light to come on, refer to Fuel filler cap in the

Maintenance and Specification chapter.

Brake system warning light: To	!	P
confirm the brake system warning
light is functional, it will	BRAKE
momentarily illuminate when the

ignition is turned to the RUN

position (when the engine is not running), or in a position between RUN and START, or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the RUN position. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this time, seek service immediately from your authorized dealer. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your authorized dealer.

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. Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer. Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury.

Anti-lock brake system: If the

ABS light stays illuminated or ABS continues to flash, a malfunction has

been detected, have the system serviced immediately by your

authorized dealer. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated.

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Airbag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when ignition is turned

to the RUN position, continues to flash or remains on, have the system

serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected.

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten

your safety belt. A Belt-Minder 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 chime feature.

Master vehicle electrical hazard warning lamp: Indicates Hybrid component fault/failure that will cause the vehicle to shutdown or fail to start.

Note: If the vehicle is still running, the vehicle may soon shutdown without further warning and should be stopped safely.

If this lamp is lit, stop the vehicle, shift to P (Park), turn the key to the Off position, and attempt to restart the vehicle. If the fault remains, the vehicle may require refueling, jump starting, resetting of the shut-off switches, or service. For information regarding Low voltage [underhood] battery only) and Fuel pump/High voltage shut-off switches please refer to the Roadside Emergencies chapter.

Ready indicator light: Illuminates once the vehicle has successfully started. Indicates the vehicle is ready to drive even when you don’t hear the engine running.

Charging system: Illuminates when the 12V charging system is not working properly.

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

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Engine or motor electronic

coolant temperature: Illuminates when the coolant temperature

exceeds the threshold. When the light is flashing or remains on, stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. Refer to

Engine coolant and motor/electronics coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

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

ABS active/Traction control active (if equipped): Flashes when the ABS system is active. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately, 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 Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. When the ignition is first turned to RUN, the light will illuminate for 3 seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does not turn ON or begins to flash, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. For more information on this system, refer to

Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

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

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Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is engaged. Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged.

Anti-theft system: Flashes when the SecuriLock Passive Anti-theft System has been activated.

Throttle control/Powertrain:

Illuminates when a powertrain fault has been detected. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition is in the RUN position and any door is open.

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.

Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver’s door is opened.

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.

Transmission not in park chime: Sounds when the PRNDL is not in P (Park) position, the driver’s door is ajar and the ignition is in RUN.

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HEV Engine off Reminder Chime: Sounds for 10 seconds when the PRNDL is in the P (Park) position and the Driver’s door is ajar (open) while ignition is in RUN. Always turn your ignition key to Off and remove key before leaving your vehicle. (The engine may be off when the vehicle is stopped, yet the key is on, and the engine can turn on at any time)

Message center activation chime: Sounds when a warning message (except PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED while parked) appears in the message center display for the first time.

GAUGES

Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed.

Battery gauge: Provides information about the vehicle’s energy usage.

•ASSIST — Battery provides extra power to boost the vehicle’s acceleration.

•CHARGE — Storing extra energy in the battery when coasting or slowing down.

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Instrument Cluster

Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of the vehicle.

Refer to Message Center in the Driver Controls chapter on how to switch the display from Metric to English.

Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of individual journeys.

To reset, press and release the message center INFO button until TRIP A mode appears in the display.

Press the control again to select the

TRIP B feature. Press and hold the RESET button to reset.

Tachometer: Indicates the engine

speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of

the scale (in the red zone) may

damage the engine. The pointer will indicate engine RPMs when the

engine is running and point at the

EV symbol when the engine is off and the vehicle is running on pure electrical power.

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

Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information.

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Entertainment Systems

AUDIO SYSTEMS

AM/FM/single CD/in-dash CD6/MP3 satellite compatible sound system

Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay. With this feature, the window switches, radio and moon roof (if equipped) may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front door is opened.

Note: Your vehicle is equipped with a unique audio system. If your display shows six small circles in the display, your audio system is a CD6 system. If not, your system is a Single CD system.

1. EJECT: For a single CD system, press EJECT to eject the CD.

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For a CD6 system, press EJECT and select the desired CD slot by pressing the corresponding memory preset #. The display will read EJECTING #. When the system has ejected the CD, the display will read REMOVE CD #. Remove the CD. If you do not remove the CD the system will reload the disc.

To auto eject all loaded discs, press and hold EJECT. The system will eject all discs and prompt you when to remove them.

2. MEMORY PRESETS:In radio

mode, to set a station, select the desired frequency band, AM, FM1 or

FM2. Tune to the desired station. Press and hold a preset button until

sound returns and PRESET # SAVED appears in the display. You can save up to 30 stations, 10 in AM, 10 in FM1 and FM2.

In CD/MP3 mode, press to select tracks or desired folders.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), there are 30 available presets, 10 each for SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3. To save satellite channels in your memory presets, tune to the desired channel then press and hold a preset control until sound returns.

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

3.CLOCK: To set the time, press CLOCK. The display will read SET TIME. Use the memory preset #s to

enter in the desired time, hours and minutes. The clock will then begin from that time.

4.SOUND: Press repeatedly to

cycle through the following features:

BASS: Press SOUND repeatedly to reach the bass setting. Press SEEK/TRACK to adjust the level of bass.

TREBLE: Press SOUND repeatedly to reach the treble setting. Press SEEK/TRACK to adjust the level of treble.

BALANCE: Press SOUND repeatedly to reach the balance setting.

Press SEEK/TRACK to adjust the audio between the left (L) and right (R) speakers.

FADE: Press SOUND repeatedly to reach the bass setting. Press

SEEK/TRACK to adjust the audio between the back (B) and front (F) speakers.

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SPEED COMPENSATED VOLUME (if equipped): Press SOUND repeatedly to reach the SPEED COMPENSATED VOLUME setting. Radio volume automatically gets louder with increasing vehicle speed to

compensate for road and wind noise. Use SEEK/TRACK to adjust.

The default setting is off; increasing your vehicle speed will not change the volume level.

Adjust 1–7: Increasing this setting from 1 (lowest setting) to 7 (highest setting) allows the radio volume to automatically change slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise.

Recommended level is 1–3; SPEED OFF turns the feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting.

ALL SEATS (Occupancy mode, if equipped): Press SOUND repeatedly to reach the Occupancy mode setting. Press

SEEK/TRACK to select and optimize sound for ALL SEATS, DRIVERS SEAT or REAR SEATS.

5. TUNE: In radio mode, turn right / left to go up / down the frequency band in individual increments.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), turn right / left to go to the next / previous available SIRIUS satellite station.

6. MENU: Press repeatedly to access the following features:

AUTO PRESET ON/OFF: Press SEEK/TRACK to toggle

between ON/OFF. Autoset allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. To activate the autoset feature, toggle AUTOSET to ON, and either wait five seconds for the search to initiate or press OK to immediately initiate the search. (If you press another control within those five seconds, the search will not initiate. ) The 10 strongest stations will be filled and the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing. If there are less than 10 strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets.

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RDS ON/OFF: Available only in FM mode. This feature allows you to search RDS-equipped stations for a certain category of music format: CLASSIC, COUNTRY, JAZZ/RB, ROCK, etc.

To activate, press MENU repeatedly until RDS (ON/OFF) appears in the display. Use SEEK/TRACK to toggle RDS ON/OFF. When RDS is OFF, you will not be able to search for RDS equipped stations or view the station name or type.

To change categories: Press MENU until RDS ON appears in the display. Press CAT. Press / until the desired category appears in the display. Then press SEEK/TRACK to find the next station playing that category of music or SCAN for a brief sampling of all stations playing that category of music.

COMPRESSION: Available only in CD/MP3 mode. Press MENU until COMPRESSION ON/OFF appears in the display. Use

SEEK/TRACK to toggle ON/OFF. When COMPRESSION is ON, the system will bring the soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level.

7. TEXT: In MP3 mode, press TEXT repeatedly to view Album (AL), Folder (FL), Song (SO) and Artist (AR) in the display, if available.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press and release to display the artist and song title. While in TEXT MODE, press again to scroll through the Artist (AR), Song (SO), Channel (CH) and Category (CA).

In TEXT MODE, sometimes the display requires additional text to be displayed. When the < / > indicator is active, press TEXT and then press SEEK/TRACK to view the additional display text.

8. AUX: Press AUX to access LINE (auxiliary audio mode).

For location and further information

on auxiliary audio mode, refer to Auxiliary input jack later in this chapter.

9. SAT (Satellite Radio, if equipped): Press SAT to access satellite radio mode, if equipped. Press repeatedly to cycle through SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3 modes.

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10.CD: Press to enter CD/MP3 mode. If a disc is already loaded into the system, CD/MP3 play will

begin where it ended last. If no CD is loaded, NO DISC will appear in the display.

11.AM/FM: Press repeatedly to

select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.

12. SEEK/TRACK: In radio mode, press SEEK/TRACK to

access the previous/next strong radio station.

In CD/MP3 mode, press SEEK/TRACK to access the

previous/next track.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press SEEK/TRACK to seek to the previous/next channel. If a specific category is selected, (Jazz, Rock, News, etc.), press SEEK/TRACK to seek to the previous/next channel in the selected category. Press and hold

SEEK/TRACK to fast seek through the previous/next channels.

In Category mode, press SEEK/TRACK to select a category.

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

13. CAT (Category) / FOLD

(Folder):

In Category mode, use to select

from various music categories. To change RDS categories, ensure that RDS is ON in the Menu listing. Press MENU again until RDS ON appears in the display. Press CAT. PRESS UP OR DOWN TO CHANGE RDS

CATEGORY will appear in the display. Press SEEK/TRACK to scroll through all possible categories. When the desired category appears in the display, press SEEK/TRACK to find the next station

playing that selection or press SCAN for a brief sampling of all stations playing that category of music.

In MP3 mode, press FOLD and then press / to access the previous/next folder.

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In satellite radio mode (if equipped), use to select from various satellite radio categories. To change categories in satellite radio mode, press CAT/FOLD. The active category will appear in the display.

Press SEEK/TRACK or turn the TUNE knob left/right to scroll through the available categories. Press and hold SCAN for a brief sampling of all channels in that category or press SEEK to seek to the next channel in that category.

14. ON/OFF/VOL (Volume): Press to turn ON/OFF. Turn to increase/decrease volume.

Note: If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on.

15. SHUFFLE:

In CD and MP3 mode,press SHUFFLE to engage shuffle mode.

SHUFFLE ON will appear in the display. If you wish to engage shuffle mode right away, press SEEK/TRACK to begin random play.

Otherwise, random play will begin when the current track is finished playing. SHUFFLE and the track # will appear in the display.

To disengage, press SHUFFLE again. SHUFFLE OFF will appear in the display.

For a single CD system, the system will shuffle within the current disc.

For a CDX6 system, the system will shuffle between all loaded discs. The disc # will appear in the top left hand corner of the display.

16. SCAN: In radio mode, press for a brief sampling of all strong radio stations.

In CD/MP3 mode, press for a brief sampling of all tracks on the current disc or folder.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press SCAN for a brief sampling of all available SIRIUS satellite channels. If a specific category is selected, (Jazz, Rock, News, etc.) press SCAN for a brief sampling of all available SIRIUS satellite channels within the selected Category.

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