Dodge Grand Caravan (2020 year). Manual in english

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Oil Life Reset



Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil

change indicator system. The “Oil Change

Required” message will display for approxi

mately 10 seconds after a single chime has

sounded, to indicate the next scheduled oil

change interval. The engine oil change indi

cator system is duty cycle based, which

means the engine oil change interval may

fluctuate, dependent upon your personal

driving style.



Unless reset, this message will continue to

display each time the ignition is cycled to the

ON/RUN position.



To reset the oil change indicator after

performing the scheduled maintenance,

refer to the following procedure.

1. Turn the ignition to the ON/RUN position

(do not start the engine).

2. Fully press the accelerator pedal, slowly,

three times within 10 seconds.

3. Turn the ignition to the OFF/LOCK position.

NOTE:

If the indicator message illuminates when you

start the vehicle, the oil change indicator

system did not reset. If necessary, repeat this

procedure.

Instrument Cluster Display Menu Items

NOTE:

The instrument cluster display menu items

display in the center of the instrument cluster.

Menu items may vary depending on your vehicle

features.

Fuel Economy

Push and release the up or down arrow button

until “Fuel Economy” displays highlighted in the

instrument cluster display and push the right

arrow button. The following Fuel Economy

functions display in the instrument cluster

display:



Average Fuel Economy

(MPG, L/100 km or km/L)



Distance To Empty (mi or km)



Current Fuel Economy (MPG, L/100 km or

km/L)

Vehicle Speed

Push and release the up or down arrow button

until “Vehicle Speed” displays highlighted in the

instrument cluster display and push the right

arrow button. Push and release the right arrow

button to display the current speed in mph or

km/h. Pushing the right arrow button a second

time will toggle the unit of measure between

mph or km/h.

NOTE:

Changing the unit of measure in the Vehicle

Speed menu will not change the unit of

measure in the instrument cluster display.

Trip Info

Push and release the up or down arrow button

until “Trip Info” is highlighted in the instrument

cluster display and push the right button. Push

and release the up or down arrow button to

highlight one of the following functions:



Trip A



Trip B



Elapsed Time

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Trip Reset

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Tire Pressure

Push and release the up or down arrow button

until “Tire PSI:” displays highlighted in the

instrument cluster display. Push and release

the right arrow button to view a graphic of the

vehicle with a tire pressure value at each corner

of the graphic.

Units

Push and release the up or down arrow button

until “Units” displays highlighted in the

instrument cluster display and push the right

arrow button. The instrument cluster display,

odometer, and navigation system (if equipped)

can be changed between English and Metric

units of measure. To make your selection, scroll

up or down until the preferred setting is

highlighted, then push and release the right

arrow button until a check-mark appears next to

the setting, showing that the setting has been

selected.

Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features)

Push and release the up or down arrow button

until “Vehicle Info” displays in the instrument

cluster display and push the right arrow button.

Push the up or down arrow button to scroll

through the available information displays.



Coolant Temperature
Displays the actual coolant temperature.



Oil Temperature
Displays the actual oil temperature.



Oil Pressure — If Equipped
Displays the actual oil pressure.



Transmission Temperature
Displays the actual transmission tempera

ture.

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Engine Hours
Displays the number of hours of engine

operation.

Messages

Push and release the up or down arrow button

until “Messages: XX” displays highlighted in the

instrument cluster display. If there is more than

one message, pushing the right arrow button

will display a stored warning message. Push

and release the up or down arrow button if there

is more than one message to cycle through the

remaining stored messages. If there are no

messages, pushing the right arrow button will

not change the display.

Compass/Outside Temperature Display

The compass readings indicate the direction

the vehicle is facing. The instrument cluster

display will display eight or fifteen compass

readings and the outside temperature.

NOTE:

The system will display the last known outside

temperature when starting the vehicle and may

need to be driven several minutes before the

updated temperature is displayed. Engine

temperature can also affect the displayed

temperature; therefore, temperature readings

are not updated when the vehicle is not moving.

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Automatic Compass Calibration
This compass is self-calibrating, which

eliminates the need to set the compass

manually. When the vehicle is new, the

compass may appear erratic, and the

instrument cluster display will display “CAL”

until the compass is calibrated. You may also

calibrate the compass by completing one or

more 360–degree turns (in an area free from

large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL”

message displayed in the instrument cluster

display turns off. The compass will now function

normally.

NOTE:

A good calibration requires a level surface and

an environment free from large metallic objects

such as buildings, bridges, underground cables,

railroad tracks, etc.

Manual Compass Calibration
If the compass appears erratic and the CAL

indicator does not appear in the instrument

cluster display, you must put the compass into

the Calibration Mode manually, as follows:

1. Turn ON the ignition switch.

2. Push and release the up or down arrow

button until the System Setup

(Customer-Programmable Features) menu

is reached, then push and release the right

arrow button.

3. Push and release the down button until

“Calibrate Compass” is displayed in the

instrument cluster display then push and

release the right button.

4. Push and release the right button to start

the calibration. The “CAL” indicator will be

displayed in the instrument cluster display.

5. Complete one or more 360–degree turns

(in an area free from large metal or metallic

objects) until the “CAL” indicator turns off.

The compass will now function normally.

Compass Variance
Compass Variance is the difference between

Magnetic North and Geographic North. To

compensate for the differences the variance

should be set for the zone where the vehicle is

driven, per the zone map. Once properly set, the

compass will automatically compensate for the

differences, and provide the most accurate

compass heading. For the most accurate

compass performance, the compass must be

set using the following steps.

NOTE:

Keep magnetic materials away from the top of

the instrument panel, such as iPod's, Mobile

Phones, Laptops and Radar Detectors. This is

where the compass module is located, and it

can cause interference with the compass

sensor, and it may give false readings.

Compass Variance Map

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1. Turn the ignition switch ON.

2. Push and release the up or down arrow

button until the Setup

(Customer-Programmable Features) menu

is reached, then push the right arrow

button.

3. Push and release the down arrow button

until the “Compass Variance” message is

displayed in the instrument cluster display,

then press the right arrow button. The last

variance zone number displays in the

instrument cluster display.

4. Push and release the right arrow button

until the proper variance zone is selected,

according to the map.

5. Push and release the RETURN button to

exit.

Turn Menu OFF

Select from Main Menu using the up or down

arrow button. Pushing the right arrow button

clears the menu display. Pushing any one of the

four Display control buttons will bring the menu

back.

Customer-Programmable Features

(System Setup)

Personal Settings allows you to set and recall

features when the transmission is in PARK. If

the transmission is out of PARK or the vehicle

begins moving, a warning message SYSTEM

SETUP NOT AVAILABLE VEHICLE NOT IN PARK

displays when you try to select “System Setup”

from the main menu.
Push and release the up or down arrow button

until "System Setup" is highlighted in the main

menu of the instrument cluster display. Then,

push and release the right arrow button to enter

the System Setup submenu. Push and release

the up or down arrow button to select a feature

form the following choices.

Language
When in this display you may select one of three

languages for all display screens, including the

trip functions and the navigation system (if

equipped). Push and release the up or down

arrow button while in this display and scroll

through the language choices.

Push and release the right arrow button to

select English, Spanish (Español), or French

(Français). Then, as you continue, the informa

tion will display in the selected language.

Nav–Turn By Turn
When this feature is selected, the navigation

system utilizes voice commands, guiding you

through the drive route mile by mile,

turn-by-turn, until the final destination is

reached. To make your selection, push and

release the right arrow button until a

check-mark appears next to the feature

showing the system has been activated, or the

check-mark is removed showing the system has

been deactivated.

Auto Lock Doors
When selected, all doors will lock automatically

when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph

(24 km/h). To make your selection, push and

release the right arrow button until a

check-mark appears.

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Auto Unlock Doors
When this feature is selected, all doors will

unlock when the vehicle is stopped and the

transmission is in the PARK or NEUTRAL

position and the driver's door is opened. To

make your selection, push and release the right

arrow button until a check-mark appears next to

the feature showing the system has been

activated, or the check-mark is removed

showing the system has been deactivated.

Remote Unlock Sequence
When Unlock Driver Door Only On 1st Press is

selected, only the driver’s side doors will unlock

on the first push of the key fob unlock button.

With Unlock Driver Door Only On 1st Press, you

must push the key fob unlock button twice to

unlock the passenger’s doors. When Unlock All

Doors On 1st Press is selected, all of the doors

will unlock on the first push of the key fob

unlock button. To make your selection, push

and release the right arrow button until a

check-mark appears next to the feature

showing the system has been activated or the

check-mark is removed showing the system has

been deactivated.

Remote Start Comfort Sys.
When this feature is selected and the remote

start is activated, the heated steering wheel

and driver heated seat features will automat

ically turn on in cold weather. These features

will stay on through the duration of remote start

or until the key is cycled to ON/RUN position. To

make your selection, push and release the right

arrow button until a check-mark appears next to

the feature showing the system has been

activated or the check-mark is removed

showing the system has been deactivated.

Horn With Remote Lock
When this feature is selected, a short horn

sound will occur when the key fob lock button is

pushed. To make your selection, push and

release the right arrow button until a

check-mark appears next to the feature

showing the system has been activated or the

check-mark is removed showing the system has

been deactivated.

Flash Lamps With Lock
When selected, the front and rear turn signals

will flash when the doors are locked with the key

fob. To make your selection, push and release

the right arrow button until a check-mark

appears next to the feature showing the system

has been activated or the check-mark is

removed showing the system has been

deactivated.

Automatic High Beams — If Equipped
When this feature is selected, the high beam

headlights will deactivate automatically under

certain conditions. To make your selection,

push and release the right arrow button until a

check-mark appears next to the feature

showing the system has been activated or the

check-mark is removed showing the system has

been deactivated.

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Headlamp Off Delay
When this feature is selected, the driver can

choose to have the headlights remain on for

0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when exiting the

vehicle. To make your selection, scroll up or

down until the preferred setting is highlighted,

then push and release the right arrow button

until a check-mark appears next to the setting,

showing that the setting has been selected.

Headlamps With Wipers

(Available With Auto Headlights Only)
When ON is selected, and the headlight switch

is in the AUTO position, the headlights will turn

on approximately 10 seconds after the wipers

are turned on. The headlights will also turn off

when the wipers are turned off if they were

turned on by this feature. To make your

selection, push and release the right arrow

button until a check-mark appears next to the

setting, showing that the setting has been

selected.

NOTE:

Turning the headlights on during the daytime

causes the instrument panel lights to dim. To

increase the brightness, refer to “Interior

Lights” in “Getting To Know Your Vehicle.”

Intermittent Wiper Options — If Equipped
When ON is selected, the system will automat

ically activate the windshield wipers if it senses

moisture on the windshield. To make your

selection, push and release the right arrow

button until a check-mark appears next to the

feature showing the system has been activated

or the check-mark is removed showing the

system has been deactivated. When the system

is deactivated, the system reverts to the

standard intermittent wiper operation.

Key-Off Power Delay
When this feature is selected, the power

window switches, radio, Uconnect phone

(if equipped), DVD video system (if equipped),

power sunroof (if equipped), and power outlets

will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the

ignition switch is turned OFF. Opening either

front vehicle door will cancel this feature. To

make your selection, scroll up or down until the

preferred setting is highlighted, then push and

release the right arrow button until a

check-mark appears next to the setting,

showing that the setting has been selected.

Illuminated Approach
When this feature is selected, the headlights

will activate and remain on for up to 90 seconds

when the doors are unlocked with the key fob.

To make your selection, scroll up or down until

the preferred setting is highlighted, then push

and release the right arrow button until a

check-mark appears next to the setting,

showing that the setting has been selected.

Hill Start Assist (HSA) — If Equipped
When on is selected, the HSA system is active.

Refer to “Electronic Brake Control System” in

“Safety” for system function and operating

information. To make your selection, push and

release the right arrow button until “ON” or

“OFF” appears.

Flashers With Sliding Door
When this feature is selected, the signal lamps

activate when power or manual sliding doors

are in operation, signaling other drivers that

someone may be exiting or entering the vehicle.

To make your selection, push and release the

right arrow button until a check-mark appears

next to the feature showing the system has

been activated or the check-mark is removed,

showing the system has been deactivated.

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Tilt Mirror In Reverse — If Equipped
When this feature is selected and the vehicle is

placed in a reverse gear, the driver's side mirror

will tilt downward to allow the driver to see into

the previous blind spot and avoid objects in

close proximity to the rear of the vehicle. To

make your selection, push and release the right

arrow button until a check-mark appears next to

the feature showing the system has been

activated, or the check-mark is removed

showing the system has been deactivated.

Blind Spot Alert — If Equipped
There are three selections when operating Blind

Spot Alert (“Blind Spot Alert Lights,” “Blind Spot

Alert Lights/CHM,” and “Blind Spot Alert Off”).

The Blind Spot Alert feature can be activated in

“Blind Spot Alert Lights” mode. When this mode

is selected, the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)

system is activated and will only show a visual

alert in the outside mirrors. The Blind Spot Alert

feature can be activated in “Blind Spot Alert

Lights/CHM” mode. In this mode, the Blind Spot

Monitor (BSM) will show a visual alert in the

outside mirrors as well as an audible alert when

the turn signal is on. When “Blind Spot Alert Off”

is selected, the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)

system is deactivated.

To make your selection, push and release the

right arrow button until a check-mark appears

next to the feature, showing the system has

been activated, or the check-mark is removed,

showing the system has been deactivated.

NOTE:

If your vehicle has experienced any damage in

the area where the sensor is located, even if the

fascia is not damaged, the sensor may have

become misaligned. Take your vehicle to an

authorized dealer to verify sensor alignment.

Having a sensor that is misaligned will result in

the BSM not operating to specification.

Calibrate Compass
Push the right arrow button to calibrate the

compass.

TRIP COMPUTER

Push and release the up or down arrow button

until “Trip Info” is highlighted in the instrument

cluster display and push the right button. Push

and release the up or down arrow button to

highlight one of the following functions.

Trip A



Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A

since the last reset.



Shows the elapsed time traveled for Trip A

since the last reset.

Trip B



Shows the total distance traveled for Trip B

since the last reset.



Shows the elapsed time traveled for Trip B

since the last reset.

Elapsed Time
Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the

last reset when the ignition switch is in the ACC

position. Elapsed time will increment when the

ignition switch is in the ON or START position.
To Reset A Trip Function
Reset will only occur while a resettable function

is selected (highlighted). Push and hold the right

arrow button to clear the resettable function

being displayed.

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WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES

The warning/indicator lights will illuminate in

the instrument panel together with a dedicated

message and/or acoustic signal when

applicable. These indications are indicative and

precautionary and as such must not be

considered as exhaustive and/or alternative to

the information contained in the Owner’s

Manual, which you are advised to read carefully

in all cases. Always refer to the information in

this chapter in the event of a failure indication.

All active telltales will display first if applicable.

The system check menu may appear different

based upon equipment options and current

vehicle status. Some telltales are optional and

may not appear.

Red Warning Lights

Air Bag Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate to

indicate a fault with the air bag, and

will turn on for four to eight seconds

as a bulb check when the ignition is

placed in the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/RUN

position. This light will illuminate with a single

chime when a fault with the air bag has been

detected, it will stay on until the fault is cleared.

If the light is either not on during startup, stays

on, or turns on while driving, have the system

inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as

possible.

Brake Warning Light

This warning light monitors various

brake functions, including brake fluid

level and parking brake application. If

the brake light turns on it may

indicate that the parking brake is applied, that

the brake fluid level is low, or that there is a

problem with the anti-lock brake system

reservoir.
If the light remains on when the parking brake

has been disengaged, and the fluid level is at

the full mark on the master cylinder reservoir, it

indicates a possible brake hydraulic system

malfunction or that a problem with the Brake

Booster has been detected by the Anti-Lock

Brake System (ABS) / Electronic Stability

Control (ESC) system. In this case, the light will

remain on until the condition has been

corrected. If the problem is related to the brake

booster, the ABS pump will run when applying

the brake, and a brake pedal pulsation may be

felt during each stop.

The dual brake system provides a reserve

braking capacity in the event of a failure to a

portion of the hydraulic system. A leak in either

half of the dual brake system is indicated by the

Brake Warning Light, which will turn on when

the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has

dropped below a specified level.
The light will remain on until the cause is

corrected.

NOTE:

The light may flash momentarily during sharp

cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level

conditions. The vehicle should have service

performed, and the brake fluid level checked.

If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is

necessary.

WARNING!

Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is

dangerous. Part of the brake system may

have failed. It will take longer to stop the

vehicle. You could have a collision. Have the

vehicle checked immediately.

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Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake

System (ABS) are also equipped with Electronic

Brake Force Distribution (EBD). In the event of

an EBD failure, the Brake Warning Light will turn

on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair to

the ABS system is required.
Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be

checked by turning the ignition switch from the

OFF position to the ON/RUN position. The light

should illuminate for approximately two

seconds. The light should then turn off unless

the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is

detected. If the light does not illuminate, have

the light inspected by an authorized dealer.
The light also will turn on when the parking

brake is applied with the ignition switch in the

ON/RUN position.

NOTE:

This light shows only that the parking brake is

applied. It does not show the degree of brake

application.

Battery Charge Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate 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 an authorized dealer

as soon as possible.
This indicates a possible problem with the

electrical system or a related component.

Door Open Warning Light — If Equipped

This indicator will illuminate when a

door is ajar/open and not fully closed.

NOTE:

If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a

single chime.

Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning

Light

This warning light will illuminate to

indicate a problem with the Electronic

Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a

problem is detected while the vehicle

is running, the light will either stay on or flash

depending on the nature of the problem. Cycle

the ignition when the vehicle is safely and

completely stopped and the transmission is

placed in the PARK position. The light should

turn off. If the light remains on with the vehicle

running, your vehicle will usually be drivable;

however, see an authorized dealer for service

as soon as possible.

NOTE:

This light may turn on if the accelerator and

brake pedals are pressed at the same time.

If the light continues to flash when the vehicle is

running, immediate service is required and you

may experience reduced performance, an

elevated/rough idle, or engine stall and your

vehicle may require towing. The light will come

on when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or

ACC/ON/RUN position and remain on briefly as

a bulb check. If the light does not come on

during starting, have the system checked by an

authorized dealer.

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Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light

This warning light warns of an

overheated engine condition. If the

engine coolant temperature is too

high, this indicator will illuminate and

a single chime will sound. If the temperature

reaches the upper limit, a continuous chime will

sound for four minutes or until the engine is

able to cool, whichever comes first.
If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over

and stop the vehicle. If the Air Conditioning

(A/C) system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the

transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle.

If the temperature reading does not return to

normal, turn the engine off immediately and call

for service.
Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” in

“In Case Of Emergency” for further information.

Liftgate Open Warning Light

This indicator will turn when the

liftgate is open.

NOTE:

If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a

single chime.

Oil Pressure Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate to

indicate low engine oil pressure. If the

light turns on while driving, stop the

vehicle, shut off the engine as soon as

possible, and contact an authorized dealer. A

chime will sound when this light turns on.
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is

corrected. This light does not indicate how

much oil is in the engine. The engine oil level

must be checked under the hood.

Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light

This warning light indicates when the

driver or passenger seat belt is

unbuckled. When the ignition is first

placed in the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/

RUN position and if the driver’s seat belt is

unbuckled, a chime will sound and the light will

turn on. When driving, if the driver or front

passenger seat belt remains unbuckled, the

Seat Belt Reminder Light will flash or remain on

continuously and a chime will sound.
Refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems” in

“Safety” for further information.

Transmission Temperature Warning Light — If

Equipped

This warning light will illuminate to

warn of a high transmission fluid

temperature. This may occur with

strenuous usage such as trailer

towing. If this light turns on, stop the vehicle and

run the engine at idle or slightly faster, with the

transmission in PARK or NEUTRAL, until the

light turns off. Once the light turns off, you may

continue to drive normally.

WARNING!

If you continue operating the vehicle when

the Transmission Temperature Warning Light

is illuminated you could cause the fluid to boil

over, come in contact with hot engine or

exhaust components and cause a fire.

CAUTION!

Continuous driving with the Transmission

Temperature Warning Light illuminated will

eventually cause severe transmission

damage or transmission failure.

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Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped

This light will flash at a fast rate for

approximately 15 seconds when the

vehicle security alarm is arming, and

then will flash slowly until the vehicle

is disarmed.

Yellow Warning Lights

Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Warning Light

This warning light monitors the

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). The

light will turn on when the ignition is

placed in the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/

RUN position and may stay on for as long as four

seconds.
If the ABS light remains on or turns on while

driving, then the Anti-Lock portion of the brake

system is not functioning and service is

required as soon as possible. However, the

conventional brake system will continue to

operate normally, assuming the Brake Warning

Light is not also on.
If the ABS light does not turn on when the

ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/

RUN position, have the brake system inspected

by an authorized dealer.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active

Warning Light — If Equipped

This warning light will indicate when

the Electronic Stability Control system

is Active. The “ESC Indicator Light” in

the instrument cluster will come on

when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or

ACC/ON/RUN position, and when ESC is

activated. It should go out with the engine

running. If the “ESC Indicator Light” comes on

continuously with the engine running, a

malfunction has been detected in the ESC

system. If this warning light remains on after

several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been

driven several miles (kilometers) at speeds

greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see an

authorized dealer as soon as possible to have

the problem diagnosed and corrected.



The “ESC OFF Indicator Light” and the “ESC

Indicator Light” come on momentarily each

time the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or

ACC/ON/RUN position.



The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking

sounds when it is active. This is normal; the

sounds will stop when ESC becomes inactive.



This light will come on when the vehicle is in

an ESC event.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF

Warning Light — If Equipped

This warning light indicates the

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is

off.

Each time the ignition is turned to ON/RUN or

ACC/ON/RUN, the ESC system will be on, even

if it was turned off previously.

Low Fuel Warning Light

When the fuel level reaches approxi

mately 1.85 gal (7 L) this warning light

will turn on, and remain on until fuel is

added.

A single warning chime will sound with Low Fuel

Warning.

Low Washer Fluid Warning Light — If

Equipped

This warning light will illuminate when

the windshield washer fluid is low.

Refer to “Engine Compartment” in “Servicing

And Maintenance” for further information.

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Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Warning

Light (MIL)

The Engine Check/Malfunction

Indicator Light (MIL) is a part of an

Onboard Diagnostic System called

OBD II that monitors engine and

automatic transmission control systems. This

warning light will illuminate when the ignition is

in the ON/RUN position before engine start. If

the bulb does not come on when turning the

ignition switch from OFF to ON/RUN, have the

condition checked promptly.
Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing

gas cap, poor quality fuel, etc., may illuminate

the light after engine start. The vehicle should

be serviced if the light stays on through several

typical driving styles. In most situations, the

vehicle will drive normally and will not require

towing.
When the engine is running, the MIL may flash

to alert serious conditions that could lead to

immediate loss of power or severe catalytic

converter damage. The vehicle should be

serviced by an authorized dealer as soon as

possible if this occurs.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Warning Light

The warning light switches on and a

message is displayed to indicate that

the tire pressure is lower than the

recommended value and/or that slow

pressure loss is occurring. In these cases,

optimal tire duration and fuel consumption may

not be guaranteed.
Should one or more tires be in the condition

mentioned above, the display will show the

indications corresponding to each tire.

WARNING!

A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as

referenced above, can reach higher

temperatures than in normal operating

conditions. This can cause a fire if you drive

slowly or park over flammable substances

such as dry plants, wood, cardboard, etc. This

could result in death or serious injury to the

driver, occupants or others.

CAUTION!

Prolonged driving with the Malfunction

Indicator Light (MIL) on could cause damage

to the vehicle control system. It also could

affect fuel economy and driveability. If the

MIL is flashing, severe catalytic converter

damage and power loss will soon occur.

Immediate service is required.

CAUTION!

Do not continue driving with one or more flat

tires as handling may be compromised. Stop

the vehicle, avoiding sharp braking and

steering. If a tire puncture occurs, repair

immediately using the dedicated tire repair

kit and contact an authorized dealer as soon

as possible.

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Each tire, including the spare (if provided),

should be checked monthly when cold and

inflated to the inflation pressure recommended

by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle

placard or tire inflation pressure label. If your

vehicle has tires of a different size than the size

indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation

pressure label, you should determine the

proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has

been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring

System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire

pressure telltale when one or more of your tires

is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when

the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you

should stop and check your tires as soon as

possible, and inflate them to the proper

pressure. Driving on a significantly

under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat

and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also

reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and

may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping

ability.

Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for

proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s

responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure,

even if under-inflation has not reached the level

to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire

pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a

TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when

the system is not operating properly. The TPMS

malfunction indicator is combined with the low

tire pressure telltale. When the system detects

a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approxi

mately one minute and then remain contin

uously illuminated. This sequence will continue

upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as

the malfunction exists. When the malfunction

indicator is illuminated, the system may not be

able to detect or signal low tire pressure as

intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a

variety of reasons, including the installation of

replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the

vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning

properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction

telltale after replacing one or more tires or

wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the

replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow

the TPMS to continue to function properly.

CAUTION!

The TPMS has been optimized for the original

equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures

and warning have been established for the

tire size equipped on your vehicle.

Undesirable system operation or sensor

damage may result when using replacement

equipment that is not of the same size, type,

and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause

sensor damage. Using aftermarket tire

sealants may cause the Tire Pressure

Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor to become

inoperable. After using an aftermarket tire

sealant it is recommended that you take your

vehicle to an authorized dealer to have your

sensor function checked.

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White Indicator Lights

Speed Control Ready Indicator Light

This light will turn on when the speed

control has been turned on, but not

set. Refer to “Speed Control — If

Equipped” in “Starting And Operating”

for further information.

Green Indicator Lights

Speed Control SET Indicator Light

This light will turn on when the speed

control is set. Refer to “Speed Control

— If Equipped” in “Starting And

Operating” for further information.

Turn Signal Indicator Lights

When the left or right turn signal is

activated, the turn signal indicator will

flash independently and the

corresponding exterior turn signal

lamps will flash. Turn signals can be activated

when the multifunction lever is moved down

(left) or up (right).

NOTE:



A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is

driven more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either

turn signal on.



Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if

either indicator flashes at a rapid rate.

Park/Headlight On Indicator Light

This indicator light will illuminate

when the park lights or headlights are

turned on.

Refer to “Exterior Lights” in “Getting To Know

Your Vehicle” for further information.

Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped

This indicator light will illuminate

when the front fog lights are on.
Refer to “Exterior Lights” in “Getting

To Know Your Vehicle” for further

information.

Blue Indicator Lights

High Beam Indicator Light

This indicator light will illuminate to

indicate that the high beam

headlights are on. With the low beams

activated, push the multifunction

lever forward (toward the front of the vehicle) to

turn on the high beams. Pull the multifunction

lever rearward (toward the rear of the vehicle) to

turn off the high beams. If the high beams are

off, pull the lever toward you for a temporary

high beam on, "flash to pass" scenario.

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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II

Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated

Onboard Diagnostic system called OBD II. This

system monitors the performance of the

emissions, engine, and automatic transmission

control systems. When these systems are

operating properly, your vehicle will provide

excellent performance and fuel economy, as

well as emissions well within current

government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the

OBD II system will turn on the Malfunction

Indicator Light (MIL). It will also store diagnostic

codes and other information to assist your

service technician in making repairs. Although

your vehicle will usually be drivable and not

need towing, see an authorized dealer for

service as soon as possible.

Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)

Cybersecurity

Your vehicle is required to have an Onboard

Diagnostic system (OBD II) and a connection

port to allow access to information related to

the performance of your emissions controls.

Authorized service technicians may need to

access this information to assist with the

diagnosis and service of your vehicle and

emissions system.

For further information, refer to “Cybersecurity”

in “Multimedia”.

CAUTION!



Prolonged driving with the MIL on could

cause further damage to the emission

control system. It could also affect fuel

economy and driveability. The vehicle must

be serviced before any emissions tests can

be performed.



If the MIL is flashing while the vehicle is

running, severe catalytic converter damage

and power loss will soon occur. Immediate

service is required.

WARNING!



ONLY an authorized service technician

should connect equipment to the OBD II

connection port in order to read the VIN,

diagnose, or service your vehicle.



If unauthorized equipment is connected to

the OBD II connection port, such as a

driver-behavior tracking device, it may:



Be possible that vehicle systems,

including safety related systems, could

be impaired or a loss of vehicle control

could occur that may result in an

accident involving serious injury or

death.



Access, or allow others to access,

information stored in your vehicle

systems, including personal

information.

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EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND

MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS

In some localities, it may be a legal requirement

to pass an inspection of your vehicle's

emissions control system. Failure to pass could

prevent vehicle registration.

For states that require an Inspection

and Maintenance (I/M), this check

verifies the “Malfunction Indicator

Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not

on when the engine is running, and that the

OBD II system is ready for testing.
Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The

OBD II system may not be ready if your vehicle

was recently serviced, recently had a depleted

battery or a battery replacement. If the OBD II

system should be determined not ready for the

I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition actuated test,

which you can use prior to going to the test

station. To check if your vehicle's OBD II system

is ready, you must do the following:

1. Cycle the ignition switch to the ON position,

but do not crank or start the engine.

NOTE:

If you crank or start the engine, you will have to

start this test over.

2. As soon as you cycle the ignition switch to

the ON position, you will see the

“Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” symbol

come on as part of a normal bulb check.

3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two

things will happen:



The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds

and then return to being fully illuminated

until you turn OFF the ignition or start the

engine. This means that your vehicle's

OBD II system is not ready and you should

not proceed to the I/M station.



The MIL will not flash at all and will remain

fully illuminated until you place the ignition

in the off position or start the engine. This

means that your vehicle's OBD II system is

ready and you can proceed to the I/M

station.

If your OBD II system is not ready, you should

see an authorized dealer or repair facility. If your

vehicle was recently serviced or had a battery

failure or replacement, you may need to do

nothing more than drive your vehicle as you

normally would in order for your OBD II system

to update. A recheck with the above test routine

may then indicate that the system is now ready.
Regardless of whether your vehicle's OBD II

system is ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated

during normal vehicle operation you should

have your vehicle serviced before going to the

I/M station. The I/M station can fail your vehicle

because the MIL is on with the engine running.

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