Chrysler 300 (2022 year). Manual in english

STARTING AND OPERATING

NOTE:

For Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ equipped vehicles, the

engine will turn off and the ignition switch will

change to ACC position.
If the vehicle is not in PARK and the driver exits the

vehicle with the engine running, the vehicle may

AutoPark.
AutoPark will engage when all of these conditions

are met:



Vehicle is equipped with a rotary selector and an

8-speed transmission



Vehicle is not in PARK



Vehicle speed is 1.2 mph (1.9 km/h) or less



Driver’s seat belt is unbuckled



Driver’s door is ajar



Brake pedal is not pressed

The message “AutoPark Engaged Shift to P then

Shift to Gear” will display in the instrument cluster.
NOTE:

In some cases the ParkSense graphic will be

displayed in the instrument cluster. In these cases,

the gear selector must be returned to “P” to select

desired gear.
If the driver shifts into PARK while moving, the

vehicle may AutoPark.
AutoPark will engage ONLY when vehicle speed is

1.2 mph (1.9 km/h) or less.

The message “Vehicle Speed is Too High to Shift to

P” will be displayed in the instrument cluster if

vehicle speed is above 1.2 mph (1.9 km/h).

ALWAYS DO A VISUAL CHECK that your vehicle is in

PARK by looking for the “P” in the instrument

cluster display and near the gear selector. As an

added precaution, always apply the parking brake

when exiting the vehicle.

XTENDED

ARK

TARTING

NOTE:

Extended Park condition occurs when the vehicle

has not been started or driven for at least 30 days.
1. Install a battery charger or jumper cables to

the battery to ensure a full battery charge

during the crank cycle.

2. Place the ignition in the START position and

release it when the engine starts.

3. If the engine fails to start within 10 seconds,

place the ignition in the OFF position, wait 10

to 15 seconds to allow the starter to cool, then

repeat the “Extended Park Starting”

procedure.

4. If the engine fails to start after eight attempts,

allow the starter to cool for at least

10 minutes, then repeat the procedure.

NGINE

AILS

TART

If the engine fails to start after you have followed

the “Normal Starting” procedure and has not

experienced an extended park condition as

defined previously, it may be flooded. Push the

accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold

it there. Crank the engine for no more than 10

seconds. This should clear any excess fuel in case

the engine is flooded. Leave the ignition key in the

ON/RUN position, release the accelerator pedal

and repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure.

WARNING!

If vehicle speed is above 1.2 mph (1.9 km/h),

the transmission will default to NEUTRAL until

the vehicle speed drops below 1.2 mph (1.9 km/

h). A vehicle left in the NEUTRAL position can

roll. As an added precaution, always apply the

parking brake when exiting the vehicle.

CAUTION!

To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank

continuously for more than 10 seconds at a

time. Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again.

STARTING AND OPERATING

OLD

EATHER

PERATION

ELOW

–22°F O

−30°C)

To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures,

use of an externally powered electric engine block

heater (available from an authorized dealer) is

recommended.

FTER

TARTING

The idle speed is controlled automatically, and it

will decrease as the engine warms up.

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED

The engine block heater warms the engine, and

permits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the

cord to a standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical

outlet with a grounded, three-wire extension cord.
The engine block heater must be plugged in at

least one hour to have an adequate warming effect

on the engine.
The engine block heater cord is routed under the

hood on the driver side of the vehicle. It has a

removable cap that is located near the air box.

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS

A long break-in period is not required for the

drivetrain (engine, transmission, and rear axle) in

your new vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles

(500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km),

speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are

desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within

the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good

break-in. However, wide-open throttle acceleration

in low gear can be detrimental and should be

avoided.
The engine oil, transmission fluid, and axle

lubricant installed at the factory are high-quality

and energy-conserving. Oil, fluid, and lubricant

changes should be consistent with anticipated

climate and conditions under which vehicle

operations will occur. For the recommended

viscosity and quality grades

page 268.

WARNING!



Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into

the throttle body air inlet opening in an

attempt to start the vehicle. This could result

in flash fire causing serious personal injury.



Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to

get it started. Vehicles equipped with an auto

matic transmission cannot be started this

way. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic

converter and once the engine has started,

ignite and damage the converter and vehicle.



If the vehicle has a discharged battery,

booster cables may be used to obtain a start

from a booster battery or the battery in

another vehicle. This type of start can be

dangerous if done improperly

page 201.

CAUTION!

To prevent damage to the starter, do not

continuously crank the engine for more than 10

seconds at a time. Wait 10 to 15 seconds before

trying again.

WARNING!

Remember to disconnect the engine block

heater cord before driving. Damage to the

110-115 Volt electrical cord could cause

electrocution.

CAUTION!

Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral

Oil in the engine or damage may result.

STARTING AND OPERATING

(Continued)

NOTE:

A new engine may consume some oil during its first few

thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should

be considered a normal part of the break-in and not

interpreted as an indication of difficulty. Please check

your oil level with the engine oil indicator often during

the break in period. Add oil as required.

PARKING BRAKE

Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the

parking brake is fully applied and place the gear

selector in the PARK position.
The foot operated parking brake is located below

the lower left corner of the instrument panel. To

apply the parking brake, firmly push the parking

brake pedal fully. To release the parking brake,

press the parking brake pedal a second time and

let your foot up as you feel the brake disengage.

Parking Brake

When the parking brake is applied with the ignition

switch in the ON/RUN position, the Brake Warning

Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate.
NOTE:



When the parking brake is applied and the

transmission is placed in gear, the Brake

Warning Light will flash. If vehicle speed is

detected, a chime will sound to alert the driver.

Fully release the parking brake before

attempting to move the vehicle.



This light only shows that the parking brake is

applied. It does not show the degree of brake

application.

When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the

front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade

and away from the curb on an uphill grade. Apply

the parking brake before placing the gear selector

in PARK, otherwise the load on the transmission

locking mechanism may make it difficult to move

the gear selector out of PARK. The parking brake

should always be applied whenever the driver is

not in the vehicle.

WARNING!



Never use the PARK position as a substitute

for the parking brake. Always apply the

parking brake fully when parked to guard

against vehicle movement and possible injury

or damage.



When exiting the vehicle, always remove the

key fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle.



Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with

access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing chil

dren to be in a vehicle unattended is

dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or

others could be seriously or fatally injured.

Children should be warned not to touch the

parking brake, brake pedal or the gear

selector.



When exiting the vehicle, always make sure

the keyless ignition node is in the OFF posi

tion, remove the key fob from the vehicle and

lock the vehicle.

STARTING AND OPERATING

(Continued)

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

NOTE:

You must press and hold the brake pedal while

shifting out of PARK.



Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle

or in a location accessible to children, and do

not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped

with Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ in the ACC or ON/

RUN position. A child could operate power

windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.



Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged

before driving; failure to do so can lead to

brake failure and a collision.



Always fully apply the parking brake when

leaving your vehicle, or it may roll and cause

damage or injury. Also be certain to leave the

transmission in PARK. Failure to do so may

allow the vehicle to roll and cause damage or

injury.

CAUTION!

If the Brake Warning Light remains on with the

parking brake released, a brake system

malfunction is indicated. Have the brake system

serviced by an authorized dealer immediately.

WARNING!



Never use the PARK position as a substitute

for the parking brake. Always apply the

parking brake fully when exiting the vehicle to

guard against vehicle movement and possible

injury or damage.



Your vehicle could move and injure you and

others if it is not in PARK. Check by trying to

move the transmission gear selector out of

PARK with the brake pedal released. Make

sure the transmission is in PARK before

exiting the vehicle.



The transmission may not engage PARK if the

vehicle is moving. Always bring the vehicle to a

complete stop before shifting to PARK, and

verify that the transmission gear position indi

cator solidly indicates PARK (P) without

blinking. Ensure that the vehicle is completely

stopped, and the PARK position is properly

indicated, before exiting the vehicle.



It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or

NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than

idle speed. If your foot is not firmly pressing

the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate

quickly forward or in reverse. You could lose

control of the vehicle and hit someone or

something. Only shift into gear when the

engine is idling normally and your foot is firmly

pressing the brake pedal.



Unintended movement of a vehicle could

injure those in or near the vehicle. As with all

vehicles, you should never exit a vehicle while

the engine is running. Before exiting a vehicle,

always come to a complete stop, then apply

the parking brake, shift the transmission into

PARK, and turn the ignition OFF. When the

ignition is in the OFF position, the transmis

sion is locked in PARK, securing the vehicle

against unwanted movement.



When exiting the vehicle, always make sure

the ignition is in the OFF position, remove the

key fob from the vehicle, and lock the vehicle.

WARNING!

STARTING AND OPERATING

GNITION

ARK

NTERLOCK

This vehicle is equipped with an Ignition Park

Interlock which requires the transmission to be in

PARK before the ignition can be turned to the OFF

position. This helps the driver avoid inadvertently

leaving the vehicle without placing the

transmission in PARK. This system also locks the

transmission in PARK whenever the ignition is in

the OFF position.
NOTE:

The transmission is NOT locked in PARK when the

ignition is in the ACC position (even though the

engine will be off). Ensure that the transmission is

in PARK, and the ignition is OFF (not in ACC

position) before exiting the vehicle.

RAKE

RANSMISSION

HIFT

NTERLOCK

(BTSI) S

YSTEM

This vehicle is equipped with BTSI that holds the

transmission gear selector in PARK unless the

brakes are applied. To shift the transmission out of

PARK, the engine must be running and the brake

pedal must be pressed. The brake pedal must also

be pressed to shift from NEUTRAL into DRIVE or

REVERSE when the vehicle is stopped or moving at

low speeds.

8-S

PEED

UTOMATIC

RANSMISSION

The transmission is controlled using a rotary

electronic gear selector located on the center

console. The transmission gear range (PRNDL/S)

is displayed both above the gear selector and in

the instrument cluster. To select a gear range,

simply rotate the gear selector. To access the L or

S position, push down on the gear selector and

then rotate it. You must also press the brake pedal

to shift the transmission out of PARK (or NEUTRAL,

when the vehicle is stopped or moving at low

speeds). To shift past multiple gear ranges at once

(such as PARK to DRIVE), simply rotate the gear

selector to the appropriate detent. Select the

DRIVE range for normal driving.
NOTE:

In the event of a mismatch between the gear

selector position and the actual transmission gear

(for example, driver selects PARK while driving),

the position indicator will blink continuously until

the selector is returned to the proper position, or

the requested shift can be completed.



Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with

access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing chil

dren to be in a vehicle unattended is

dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or

others could be seriously or fatally injured.

Children should be warned not to touch the

parking brake, brake pedal or the transmis

sion gear selector.



Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle

(or in a location accessible to children), and do

not leave the ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN

position. A child could operate power

windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.

CAUTION!



Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only after

the vehicle has come to a complete stop.



Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE,

NEUTRAL, or DRIVE when the engine is above

idle speed.



Before shifting into any gear, make sure your

foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal.

WARNING!

STARTING AND OPERATING

(Continued)

The electronically-controlled transmission adapts

its shift schedule based on driver inputs, along

with environmental and road conditions. The

transmission electronics are self-calibrating;

therefore, the first few shifts on a new vehicle may

be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition,

and precision shifts will develop within a few

hundred miles (kilometers).
Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when

the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is

stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake

pedal when shifting between these gears.
Standard Gear Selector
The standard transmission gear selector has

PARK, REVERSE, NEUTRAL, DRIVE, and LOW shift

positions. Using the LOW position manually

downshifts the transmission to a lower gear based

on vehicle speed.

Premium Gear Selector

Premium Gear Selector With AutoStick
The premium transmission gear selector provides

PARK, REVERSE, NEUTRAL, DRIVE, and SPORT

shift positions. Manual shifts can be made using

the AutoStick shift control (shift paddles mounted

on the steering wheel). Pressing the shift paddles

(-/+) while in the DRIVE or SPORT position will

manually select the transmission gear, and will

display the current gear in the instrument cluster

as 1, 2, 3, etc

page 96.

Gear Ranges

Do not press the accelerator pedal when shifting

from PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range.
NOTE:

After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to

allow the selected gear to engage before acceler

ating. This is especially important when the engine

is cold.

PARK (P)

This range supplements the parking brake by

locking the transmission. The engine can be

started in this range. Never attempt to use PARK

while the vehicle is in motion. Apply the parking

brake when exiting the vehicle in this range.

When parking on a level surface, you may shift the

transmission into PARK first, and then apply the

parking brake.
When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake

before shifting the transmission to PARK. As an

added precaution, turn the front wheels toward the

curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb

on an uphill grade.
When exiting the vehicle, always:



Apply the parking brake.



Shift the transmission into PARK.



Turn the ignition OFF.



Remove the key fob from the vehicle.

WARNING!



Never use the PARK position as a substitute

for the parking brake. Always apply the

parking brake fully when exiting the vehicle to

guard against vehicle movement and possible

injury or damage.



Your vehicle could move and injure you and

others if it is not in PARK. Check by trying to

move the transmission gear selector out of

PARK with the brake pedal released. Make

sure the transmission is in PARK before

exiting the vehicle.

STARTING AND OPERATING

(Continued)

The following indicators should be used to ensure

that you have properly engaged the transmission

into the PARK position:



Look at the transmission gear position display

and verify that it indicates the PARK position,

and is not blinking.



With the brake pedal released, verify that the

gear selector will not move out of PARK.

REVERSE (R)

This range is for moving the vehicle backward.

Shift into REVERSE only after the vehicle has come

to a complete stop.

NEUTRAL (N)

Use this range when the vehicle is standing for

prolonged periods with the engine running. Apply

the parking brake and shift the transmission into

PARK if you must exit the vehicle.



The transmission may not engage PARK if the

vehicle is moving. Always bring the vehicle to a

complete stop before shifting to PARK, and

verify that the transmission gear position indi

cator solidly indicates PARK (P) without

blinking. Ensure that the vehicle is completely

stopped, and the PARK position is properly

indicated, before exiting the vehicle.



It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or

NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than

idle speed. If your foot is not firmly pressing

the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate

quickly forward or in reverse. You could lose

control of the vehicle and hit someone or

something. Only shift into gear when the

engine is idling normally and your foot is firmly

pressing the brake pedal.



Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure

those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles,

you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is

running. Before exiting a vehicle, always come to a

complete stop, then apply the parking brake, shift

the transmission into PARK, and turn the ignition

OFF. When the ignition is in the OFF position, the

transmission is locked in PARK, securing the

vehicle against unwanted movement.

WARNING!



When exiting the vehicle, always make sure

the ignition is in the OFF position, remove the

key fob from the vehicle, and lock the vehicle.



Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with

access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing chil

dren to be in a vehicle unattended is

dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or

others could be seriously or fatally injured.

Children should be warned not to touch the

parking brake, brake pedal or the transmis

sion gear selector.



Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle

(or in a location accessible to children), and do

not leave the ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN

position. A child could operate power

windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.

CAUTION!



Before moving the transmission gear selector

out of PARK, you must start the engine, and

also press the brake pedal. Otherwise,

damage to the gear selector could result.



DO NOT race the engine when shifting from

PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range, as

this can damage the drivetrain.

WARNING!

Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the

ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe

practices that limit your response to changing

traffic or road conditions. You might lose control

of the vehicle and have a collision.

STARTING AND OPERATING

DRIVE (D)

This range should be used for most city and

highway driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts

and downshifts, and the best fuel economy. The

transmission automatically upshifts through all

forward gears. The DRIVE position provides

optimum driving characteristics under all normal

operating conditions.
When frequent transmission shifting occurs (such

as when operating the vehicle under heavy loading

conditions, in hilly terrain, traveling into strong

head winds, or while towing a heavy trailer), use

the AutoStick shift control (if equipped) to select a

lower gear

page 96. Under these conditions,

using a lower gear will improve performance and

extend transmission life by reducing excessive

shifting and heat buildup.

During extremely cold temperatures (-22°F

[-30°C] or below), transmission operation may be

modified depending on engine and transmission

temperature as well as vehicle speed. Normal

operation will resume once the transmission

temperature has risen to a suitable level.

SPORT (S) — IF EQUIPPED

This mode alters the transmission's automatic

shift schedule for sportier driving. Upshift speeds

are increased to make full use of available engine

power.
To access SPORT mode, push down on the gear

selector and rotate it fully clockwise, or push the

SPORT button in the center stack.

LOW (L) — IF EQUIPPED

Use this range for engine braking when

descending very steep grades. In this range, the

transmission will downshift for increased engine

braking. To access the LOW position, push down

on the gear selector and rotate it fully clockwise.

Transmission Limp Home Mode

Transmission function is monitored electronically

for abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected

that could result in transmission damage,

Transmission Limp Home Mode is activated. In this

mode, the transmission may operate only in

certain gears, or may not shift at all. Vehicle

performance may be severely degraded and the

engine may stall. In some situations, the

transmission may not re-engage if the engine is

turned off and restarted. The Malfunction Indicator

Light (MIL) may be illuminated. A message in the

instrument cluster will inform the driver of the

more serious conditions, and indicate what actions

may be necessary.
In the event of a momentary problem, the

transmission can be reset to regain all forward

gears by performing the following steps:
NOTE:

In cases where the instrument cluster message

indicates the transmission may not re-engage after

engine shutdown, perform this procedure only in a

desired location (preferably, at an authorized

dealer).
1. Stop the vehicle.
2. Shift the transmission into PARK, if possible. If

not, shift the transmission to NEUTRAL.

3. Push and hold the ignition switch until the

engine turns off.

4. Wait approximately 30 seconds.
5. Restart the engine.
6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the

problem is no longer detected, the

transmission will return to normal operation.

CAUTION!

Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any

other reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL

can cause severe transmission damage.
For “Recreational Towing”

page 126

For “Towing A Disabled Vehicle”

page 208

STARTING AND OPERATING

NOTE:

Even if the transmission can be reset, we

recommend that you visit an authorized dealer at

your earliest possible convenience. An authorized

dealer has diagnostic equipment to assess the

condition of your transmission.
If the transmission cannot be reset, authorized

dealer service is required.

AutoStick — If Equipped

AutoStick is a driver-interactive transmission

feature providing manual shift control, giving you

more control of the vehicle. AutoStick allows you to

maximize engine braking, eliminate undesirable

upshifts and downshifts, and improve overall

vehicle performance.
This system can also provide you with more control

during passing, city driving, cold slippery

conditions, mountain driving, trailer towing, and

many other situations.
Operation
When the transmission is in DRIVE or SPORT

mode, it will operate automatically, shifting

between the eight available gears. To engage

AutoStick, simply tap one of the steering

wheel-mounted shift paddles (+/-) while in DRIVE

or SPORT mode. In DRIVE mode, this will activate a

temporary AutoStick mode. The transmission will

revert back to normal operation after a period of

time, depending on accelerator pedal activity.

When the transmission gear selector is in the

SPORT position, tapping either shift paddle will

activate "permanent" AutoStick mode. The

transmission will remain in AutoStick mode until

the driver deliberately disables AutoStick (as

described below). Tapping (-) to enter AutoStick will

downshift the transmission to the next lower gear,

while using (+) to enter AutoStick will retain the

current gear. When AutoStick is active, the current

transmission gear is displayed in the instrument

cluster.

Paddle Shifters

In AutoStick mode, the transmission will shift up or

down when (+/-) is manually selected by the driver,

unless an engine lugging or overspeed condition

would result. It will remain in the selected gear

until another upshift or downshift is chosen, except

as described below.



If AutoStick is engaged while in DRIVE mode, the

transmission will automatically shift up when

maximum engine speed is reached. If the accel

erator is fully pressed, the transmission will

downshift when possible (based on current

vehicle speed and gear). Lack of accelerator

pedal activity will cause the transmission to

revert to automatic operation.



If AutoStick is engaged while the transmission

gear selector is in the SPORT position, manual

gear selection will be maintained until the gear

selector is returned to DRIVE, or as described

below. The transmission will not upshift auto

matically at redline in this mode, nor will down

shifts be obtained if the accelerator pedal is

pressed to the floor.



In either DRIVE or SPORT mode, the transmis

sion will automatically downshift as the vehicle

slows (to prevent engine lugging) and will

display the current gear.

1 — Shift Paddle Downshift
2 — Shift Paddle Upshift

STARTING AND OPERATING



The transmission will automatically downshift to

FIRST gear when coming to a stop. After a stop,

the driver should manually upshift (+) the trans

mission as the vehicle is accelerated.



You can start out, from a stop, in FIRST or

SECOND gear. Tapping (+) at a stop will allow

starting in SECOND gear. Starting out in

SECOND gear can be helpful in snowy or icy

conditions.



If a requested downshift would cause the

engine to over-speed, that shift will not occur.



The system will ignore attempts to upshift at too

low of a vehicle speed.



Holding the (-) paddle pressed will downshift the

transmission to the lowest gear possible at the

current speed.



Transmission shifting will be more noticeable

when AutoStick is enabled.



The system may revert to automatic shift mode

if a fault or overheat condition is detected.

To disengage AutoStick mode, press and hold the

(+) shift paddle until "D" or "S" is once again

indicated in the instrument cluster. Shifting out of

SPORT mode will also disable AutoStick. You can

shift in or out of AutoStick mode at any time

without taking your foot off the accelerator pedal.

SPORT MODE — IF EQUIPPED

SPORT Mode Button

If your vehicle is equipped with SPORT mode, this mode

is a configuration set up for typical enthusiast driving.

The engine, transmission and steering systems are all

set to their SPORT settings. SPORT mode will provide

improved throttle response and modified shifting for an

enhanced driving experience, as well the greatest

amount of steering feel. This mode may be activated

and deactivated by pushing the SPORT button on the

instrument panel switch bank.

FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L ONLY —

IF EQUIPPED

This feature offers improved fuel economy by

shutting off four of the engine's eight cylinders

during light load and cruise conditions. The system

is automatic with no driver inputs or additional

driving skills required.
NOTE:

This system may take some time to return to full

functionality after a battery disconnect.

POWER STEERING

The Electric Power Steering system provides

increased vehicle response and ease of

maneuverability in tight spaces. The system

adapts to different driving conditions. If the electric

steering system experiences a fault that prevents

it from providing assist, you will still have the ability

to steer the vehicle manually.

WARNING!

Do not downshift for additional engine braking

on a slippery surface. The drive wheels could

lose their grip and the vehicle could skid,

causing a collision or personal injury.

WARNING!

Continued operation with reduced assist could

pose a safety risk to yourself and others. Service

should be obtained as soon as possible.

STARTING AND OPERATING

Alternate electric power steering efforts can be

selected through the Uconnect system

page 129.

If the Electric Power Steering Fault

Warning Light is displayed and the

“SERVICE POWER STEERING” or the

“POWER STEERING ASSIST OFF –

SERVICE SYSTEM” message is displayed within the

instrument cluster display, this indicates the

vehicle needs to be taken to the dealer for service

page 76.

NOTE:



Even if the power steering assistance is no longer

operational, it is still possible to steer the vehicle.

Under these conditions there will be a substantial

increase in steering effort, especially at low

speeds and during parking maneuvers.



If the condition persists, see an authorized

dealer for service.

If the Electric Power Steering Fault Warning Light is

displayed and the “POWER STEERING SYSTEM

OVER TEMP” message is displayed on the

instrument cluster screen, they indicate that

extreme steering maneuvers may have occurred

which caused an over temperature condition in the

power steering system. Once driving conditions are

safe, pull over and let the vehicle idle for a few

moments until the Electric Power Steering Fault

Warning Light and message turn off.

CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS — IF EQUIPPED

Your vehicle may be equipped with the Cruise

Control system, or the Adaptive Cruise Control

(ACC) system:



Cruise Control will keep your vehicle at a

constant preset speed.



Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) will adjust the

vehicle speed up to the preset speed to main

tain a distance with the vehicle ahead.

NOTE:



In vehicles equipped with ACC, if ACC is not

enabled, Fixed Speed Cruise Control will not

detect vehicles directly ahead of you. Always be

aware of the feature selected.



Only one Cruise Control feature can operate at a

time. For example, if Fixed Speed Cruise Control

is enabled, Adaptive Cruise Control will be

unavailable, and vice versa.

RUISE

ONTROL

When engaged, the Cruise Control system takes

over accelerator operations at speeds greater than

25 mph (40 km/h), or 20 mph (32 km/h)

depending on engine size and axle ratio.
The Cruise Control buttons are located on the right

side of the steering wheel.

Cruise Control Buttons

To Activate

Push the on/off button to activate the Cruise

Control. “CRUISE CONTROL READY” will appear in

the instrument cluster display to indicate the

Cruise Control is on. To turn the system off, push

the on/off button a second time. “CRUISE

CONTROL OFF” will appear in the instrument

cluster display to indicate the Cruise Control is off.

The system should be turned off when not in use.

1 — On/Off
2 — CANC/Cancel
3 — SET (+)/Accelerate
4 — RES/Resume
5 — SET (-)/Decelerate

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To Set A Desired Speed

Turn the Cruise Control on. When the vehicle has

reached the desired speed, push and release the

SET (+) or SET (-) button. Release the accelerator

and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed.

Once a speed has been set, a message “CRUISE

CONTROL SET TO MPH (km/h)” will appear

indicating the set speed. A cruise indicator lamp,

along with set speed will also appear and stay on

in the instrument cluster when the speed is set.

To Vary The Speed Setting

To Increase Or Decrease The Set Speed
When the Cruise Control is set, you can increase

speed by pushing the SET (+) button, or decrease

speed by pushing the SET (-) button.

U.S. Speed (mph)



Pushing the SET (+), or SET (-) button once will

result in a 1 mph speed adjustment. Each

subsequent tap of the button results in an

adjustment of 1 mph.



If the button is continually pushed, the set

speed will continue to adjust until the button is

released, then the new set speed will be estab

lished.

Metric Speed (km/h)



Pushing the SET (+), or SET (-) button once will

result in a 1 km/h speed adjustment. Each

subsequent tap of the button results in an

adjustment of 1 km/h.



If the button is continually pushed, the set

speed will continue to adjust until the button is

released, then the new set speed will be estab

lished.

To Accelerate For Passing

While the Cruise Control is set, press the

accelerator to pass as you would normally. When

the pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the

set speed.

USING CRUISE CONTROL ON HILLS

The transmission may downshift on hills to

maintain the vehicle set speed.
The Cruise Control system maintains speed up and

down hills. A slight speed change on moderate hills

is normal. On steep hills, a greater speed loss or

gain may occur so it may be preferable to drive

without Cruise Control.

To Resume Speed

To resume a previously set speed, push the RES

button and release. Resume can be used at any

speed above 20 mph (32 km/h).

WARNING!

Leaving the Cruise Control system on when not

in use is dangerous. You could accidentally set

the system or cause it to go faster than you

want. You could lose control and have an

accident. Always leave the system OFF when you

are not using it.

WARNING!

Cruise Control can be dangerous where the

system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your

vehicle could go too fast for the conditions, and

you could lose control and have an accident. Do

not use Cruise Control in heavy traffic or on

roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered or

slippery.

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To Deactivate

A tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANC button,

or normal brake pressure will deactivate the Cruise

Control system without erasing the set speed from

memory.
The following conditions will also deactivate the

Cruise Control without erasing the set speed from

memory:



Vehicle parking brake is applied



Stability event occurs



Gear selector is moved out of DRIVE



Engine overspeed occurs

Pushing the on/off button or placing the ignition in

the OFF position erases the set speed from

memory.

DAPTIVE

RUISE

ONTROL

(ACC)

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) increases the driving

convenience provided by Cruise Control while

traveling on highways and major roadways.

However, it is not a safety system and not designed

to prevent collisions. The Cruise Control function

performs differently

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ACC will allow you to keep Cruise Control engaged in

light to moderate traffic conditions without the

constant need to reset your Cruise Control. ACC

utilizes a radar sensor and a forward facing camera

designed to detect a vehicle directly ahead of you.
NOTE:



If the ACC sensor detects a vehicle ahead, ACC

will apply limited braking or acceleration (not to

exceed the original set speed) automatically to

maintain a preset following distance, while

matching the speed of the vehicle ahead.



Any chassis/suspension or tire size modifica

tions to the vehicle will affect the performance

of the Adaptive Cruise Control and Forward Colli

sion Warning systems.



Fixed Speed Cruise Control (ACC not enabled) will

not detect vehicles directly ahead of you. Always

be aware of the feature selected

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WARNING!



Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a conve

nience system. It is not a substitute for active

driver involvement. It is always the driver’s

responsibility to be attentive of road, traffic,

and weather conditions, vehicle speed,

distance to the vehicle ahead; and, most

importantly, brake operation to ensure safe

operation of the vehicle under all road condi

tions. Your complete attention is always

required while driving to maintain safe control

of your vehicle. Failure to follow these warn

ings can result in a collision and death or

serious personal injury.



The ACC system:



Does not react to pedestrians, oncoming

vehicles, and stationary objects (e.g., a

stopped vehicle in a traffic jam or a

disabled vehicle).



Cannot take street, traffic, and weather

conditions into account, and may be limited

upon adverse sight distance conditions.



Does not always fully recognize complex

driving conditions, which can result in

wrong or missing distance warnings.

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Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation

The buttons on the right side of the steering wheel

operate the ACC system.

Adaptive Cruise Control Buttons

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu

The instrument cluster display will show the

current ACC system settings. The information it

displays depends on ACC system status.
Push the ACC on/off button until one of the

following appears in the instrument cluster display:
Adaptive Cruise Control Off
When ACC is deactivated, the display will read

“Adaptive Cruise Control Off.”
Adaptive Cruise Control Ready
When ACC is activated, but the vehicle speed

setting has not been selected, the display will read

“Adaptive Cruise Control Ready.”
Adaptive Cruise Control Set
When the SET (+) or the SET (-) button is pushed,

the display will read “ACC SET.”
When ACC is set, the set speed will show in the

instrument cluster display.
The ACC screen may display once again if any of

the following ACC activity occurs:



System Cancel



Driver Override



System Off



ACC Proximity Warning



ACC Unavailable Warning



Will bring the vehicle to a complete stop

while following the vehicle in front and

hold the vehicle for two seconds in the

stop position. If the vehicle in front does

not start moving within two seconds the

ACC system will display a message that

the system will release the brakes and

that the brakes must be applied manually.

An audible chime will sound when the

brakes are released.

You should switch off the ACC system:



When driving in fog, heavy rain, heavy snow,

sleet, heavy traffic, and complex driving situa

tions (i.e., in highway construction zones).



When entering a turn lane or highway off

ramp; when driving on roads that are winding,

icy, snow-covered, slippery, or have steep

uphill or downhill slopes.



When towing a trailer up or down steep slopes.



When circumstances do not allow safe driving

at a constant speed.

WARNING!

1 — CANC/Cancel
2 — Fixed Speed Cruise Control On/Off
3 — Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) On/Off
4 — Distance Setting Decrease
5 — SET (+)/Accel
6 — RES/Resume
7 — SET (-)/Decel
8 — Distance Setting Increase

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The instrument cluster display will return to the last

display selected after five seconds of no ACC

display activity.

Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)

The minimum set speed for the ACC system is

20 mph (32 km/h).
When the system is turned on and in the ready

state, the instrument cluster displays “ACC Ready.”
When the system is off, the instrument cluster

display will read “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)

Off.”
NOTE:

You cannot engage ACC under the following condi

tions:



When the brakes are applied



When the parking brake is applied



When the gear selector is in PARK, REVERSE or

NEUTRAL



When the vehicle speed is below the minimum

speed range



When the brakes are overheated



When the driver’s door is open at low speeds



When the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled at low

speeds



When there is a stationary vehicle in front of

your vehicle in close proximity

To Activate/Deactivate

Push and release the Adaptive Cruise Control

(ACC) on/off button. The ACC menu in the

instrument cluster displays “ACC Ready.”
To turn the system off, push and release the

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) on/off button again.

At this time, the system will turn off and the

instrument cluster displays “Adaptive Cruise

Control (ACC) Off.”

To Set A Desired ACC Speed

When the vehicle reaches the speed desired, push

the SET (+) button or the SET (-) button and

release. The instrument cluster display will show

the set speed.
NOTE:

Fixed Speed Cruise Control can be used without

ACC enabled. To change between the different

modes, push the ACC on/off button which turns

the ACC and the Fixed Speed Cruise Control off.

Pushing the Fixed Speed Cruise Control on/off

button will result in turning on (changing to) Fixed

Speed Cruise Control mode.

If ACC is set when the vehicle speed is below

20 mph (32 km/h), the set speed will default to

20 mph (32 km/h).
NOTE:

Fixed Speed Cruise Control cannot be set below

20 mph (32 km/h).
If either system is set when the vehicle speed is

above 20 mph (32 km/h), the set speed shall be

the current speed of the vehicle.

WARNING!

Leaving the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)

system on when not in use is dangerous. You

could accidentally set the system or cause it to

go faster than you want. You could lose control

and have a collision. Always leave the system off

when you are not using it.

WARNING!

In Fixed Speed Cruise Control mode, the system

will not react to vehicles ahead. In addition, the

proximity warning does not activate and no

alarm will sound even if you are too close to the

vehicle ahead since neither the presence of the

vehicle ahead nor the vehicle-to-vehicle distance

is detected. Be sure to maintain a safe distance

between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead.

Always be aware which mode is selected.

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NOTE:



Keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal can

cause the vehicle to continue to accelerate

beyond the set speed. If this occurs, the

message “DRIVER OVERRIDE” will display in the

instrument cluster display.



If you continue to accelerate beyond the set

speed while ACC is enabled, the system will not

be controlling the distance between your vehicle

and the vehicle ahead. The vehicle speed will

only be determined by the position of the accel

erator pedal.

To Cancel

The following conditions cancel the ACC or Fixed

Speed Cruise Control systems:



The brake pedal is applied



The CANC button is pushed



The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) activates



The gear selector is removed from the DRIVE

position



The braking temperature exceeds normal range

(overheated)



The Electronic Stability Control/Traction Control

System (ESC/TCS) activates



The vehicle parking brake is applied

The following conditions will only cancel the ACC

system:



Driver seat belt is unbuckled at low speeds



Driver door is opened at low speeds

To Turn Off

The system will turn off and erase the set speed in

memory if:



The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) on/off button

is pushed



The Fixed Speed Cruise Control on/off button is

pushed



The ignition is placed in the OFF position

To Resume

If there is a set speed in memory, push the RES

(resume) button and remove your foot from the

accelerator pedal. The instrument cluster display

will show the last set speed.
Resume can be used at any speed above 20 mph

(32 km/h) when only Fixed Speed Cruise Control is

being used.
Resume can be used at any speed above 0 mph

(0 km/h) when ACC is active.

To Vary The Speed Setting

To Increase Or Decrease The Set Speed
After setting a speed, you can increase the set

speed by pushing the SET (+) button, or decrease

speed by pushing the SET (-) button.
U.S. Speed (mph)



Pushing the SET (+), or SET (-) button once will

result in a 1 mph speed adjustment. Each

subsequent tap of the button results in an

adjustment of 1 mph.



If the button is continually pushed, the set

speed will continue to adjust in 5 mph incre

ments until the button is released. The new set

speed is reflected in the instrument cluster

display.

WARNING!

The Resume function should only be used if

traffic and road conditions permit. Resuming a

set speed that is too high or too low for

prevailing traffic and road conditions could

cause the vehicle to accelerate or decelerate too

sharply for safe operation. Failure to follow these

warnings can result in a collision and death or

serious personal injury.

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