Dodge Durango (2022 year). Manual in english

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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 continu

ously until the selector is returned to the proper

position, or the requested shift can be

completed.

The electronically controlled transmission adapts

its shift schedule based on driver inputs, along

with environmental and road conditions.
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.
The transmission gear selector provides PARK,

REVERSE, NEUTRAL, DRIVE, and MANUAL

(AutoStick) shift positions. Manual shifts can be

made using the AutoStick shift control. Toggling

the gear selector forward (-) or rearward (+) while

in the MANUAL (AutoStick) position (beside the

DRIVE position), or tapping the paddle

shifters (+/-) (if equipped) will manually select

the transmission gear, and will display the current

gear in the instrument cluster

page 108.

Transmission Gear Selector

NOTE:

If the gear selector cannot be moved to the

PARK, REVERSE, or NEUTRAL position (when

pushed forward) it is probably in the MANUAL

(AutoStick, +/-) position (beside the DRIVE

position). In MANUAL (AutoStick) mode, the trans

mission gear is displayed in the instrument cluster

(as 1, 2, 3, etc.). Move the gear selector to the right

(into the DRIVE [D] position) for access to PARK,

REVERSE, and NEUTRAL.

Gear Ranges

Do not press the accelerator pedal when shifting

out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
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 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.
NOTE:

On vehicles equipped with the electronically

shifted transfer case, ensure that the transfer case

is in AWD AUTO or LOW RANGE position on the

AWD Control Switch. Ensure that the NEUTRAL

position light is NOT illuminated.

1 — Gear Selector
2 — Lock Button

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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.

The following indicators should be used to ensure

that you have properly engaged the transmission

into the PARK position:



When shifting into PARK, push the lock button

on the gear selector and firmly move the

selector all the way forward until it stops and is

fully seated.



Look at the transmission gear position display

and verify that it indicates the PARK position (P),

and is not blinking.



With 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 (P) if you must exit the vehicle.

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.
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 to select a lower gear

page 108. Under these conditions, using a lower

gear will improve performance and extend

transmission life by reducing excessive shifting

and heat buildup.
During cold temperatures, transmission operation

may be modified depending on engine and

transmission temperature as well as vehicle

speed. This feature improves warm up time of the

engine and transmission to achieve maximum

efficiency. Engagement of the torque converter

clutch is inhibited until the transmission fluid is

warm. Normal operation will resume once the

transmission temperature has risen to a suitable

level.

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.

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 149.

For Towing A Disabled Vehicle

page 253.

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Manual (M)
The MANUAL (M, +/-) position (beside the DRIVE

position) enables full manual control of

transmission shifting (also known as AutoStick

mode

page 108). Toggling the gear selector

forward (-) or rearward (+) while in the MANUAL

(AutoStick) position will manually select the

transmission gear, and will display the current gear

in the instrument cluster as 1, 2, 3, etc.

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 (P), if

possible. If not, shift the transmission to

NEUTRAL (N).

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.

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 feature can also provide

you with more control during passing, city driving,

cold slippery conditions, mountain driving, trailer

towing, and many other situations.
Operation
In AutoStick mode, you can use the gear selector

(in the MANUAL position), or the paddle shifters to

the MANUAL (M) position (beside the DRIVE (D)

position), or tap one of the paddle shifters on the

steering wheel. Tapping the (-) paddle shifter to

enter AutoStick mode will downshift the

transmission to the next lower gear, while

tapping (+) to enter AutoStick mode will retain the

current gear. The current transmission gear will be

displayed in the instrument cluster.
NOTE:

The paddle shifters (if equipped) may be disabled

using the Uconnect Personal Settings.

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AutoStick mode has the following operational

benefits:



The transmission will automatically downshift

as the vehicle slows (to prevent engine lugging)

and will display the current gear.



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, or holding the

gear selector in the (-) position, 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, return the gear

selector to the DRIVE (D) position, or press and

hold the (+) paddle shifter until "D" is indicated in

the instrument cluster. You can shift in or out of

AutoStick mode at any time without taking your

foot off the accelerator pedal.

SPORT MODE — IF EQUIPPED

Your vehicle is equipped with a SPORT Mode

feature. The engine, transmission, and steering

systems are all set to their SPORT settings. SPORT

Mode will provide improved throttle response and

modified transmission shift points for an enhanced

driving experience, as well as greater amount of

steering feel. This mode may be activated and

deactivated by pushing the SPORT button on the

instrument panel switch bank.

ALL-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION

INGLE

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RECAUTIONS

—

QUIPPED

This system contains a single-speed (HI range only)

transfer case, which provides convenient full-time

All-Wheel Drive (AWD). No driver interaction is

required. The Brake Traction Control (BTC) System,

which combines standard ABS and Traction

Control, provides resistance to any wheel that is

slipping to allow additional torque transfer to

wheels with traction.
NOTE:

This system is not appropriate for conditions where

AWD LOW is recommended

page 153.

LECTRONICALLY

HIFTED

RANSFER

ASE

— I

QUIPPED

This is an electronically shifted transfer case and it

is operated by the AWD control switch, which is

located on the center console.

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.

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AWD Control Switch

This electronically shifted transfer case provides

three positions:



All-wheel drive auto range (AWD AUTO)



All-wheel drive low range (AWD LOW)



N (Neutral)

When additional traction is required, the transfer

case AWD LOW position can be used to lock the

front and rear driveshafts together forcing the front

and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. This

is accomplished by pushing the AWD LOW switch

page 111. The AWD LOW position is designed for

loose, slippery road surfaces only. Driving in the

AWD LOW position on dry, hard surfaced roads

may cause increased tire wear and damage to the

driveline components.

Transfer Case Position Indicator Messages

The Transfer Case Position Indicator message

(AWD LOW) is located in the instrument cluster and

indicate the current and desired transfer case

selection

page 81. When you select a different

transfer case position, the position indicator lights

will do the following:
If All Shift Conditions Are Met:
1. The current position indicator light will

turn off.

2. The selected position indicator light will flash

until the transfer case completes the shift.

3. When the shift is complete, the indicator light

for the selected position will stop flashing and

remain on.

If shift conditions are not met, one or more of the

following events may occur:
1. The indicator light for the current position will

remain on.

2. The newly selected position indicator light will

continue to flash.

3. The transfer case will not shift.

NOTE:

Before retrying a selection, make certain that all

the necessary requirements for selecting a new

transfer case position have been met

page 111.

The SERV AWD Warning Light monitors the

electronic shift all-wheel drive system. If this light

remains on after engine start-up or illuminates

during driving, it means that the all-wheel drive

system is not functioning properly and that service

is required.

NOTE:

Do not attempt to make a shift while only the front

or rear wheels are spinning. This could cause

damage to driveline components.
When operating your vehicle in AWD LOW, the

engine speed is approximately three times that of

the AWD AUTO position at a given road speed. Take

care not to overspeed the engine and do not

exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).

WARNING!

Always engage the parking brake when powering

down the vehicle if the “SERV AWD” Warning

Light is illuminated. Not engaging the parking

brake may allow the vehicle to roll which may

cause personal injury.

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Proper operation of all-wheel drive vehicles

depends on tires of equal size, type and

circumference on each wheel. Any difference in

tire size can cause damage to the transfer case.
Because all-wheel drive provides improved

traction, there is a tendency to exceed safe turning

and stopping speeds. Do not go faster than road

conditions permit.
For additional information on the appropriate use

of each transfer case position, see the information

below:
AWD LOW
All-Wheel Drive Low Range – This range provides

low speed all-wheel drive. Locks the front and rear

driveshafts together forcing the front and rear

wheels to rotate at the same speed. Additional

traction and maximum pulling power for loose,

slippery road surfaces only. Do not exceed 25 mph

(40 km/h).
N (Neutral)
This range disengages both the front and rear

driveshafts from the powertrain. To be used for flat

towing behind another vehicle

page 149.

HIFTING

ROCEDURE

NOTE:



If any of the requirements to select a new

transfer case position have not been met, the

transfer case will not shift. The position indi

cator light for the previous position will remain

on and the newly selected position indicator

light will continue to flash until all the require

ments for the selected position have been met.

To retry a shift: return the control switch back to

the original position, make certain all shift

requirements have been met, wait five seconds

and try the shift again.



If all the requirements to select a new transfer

case position have been met, the current posi

tion indicator light will turn off, the selected posi

tion indicator light will flash until the transfer

case completes the shift. When the shift is

complete, the position indicator light for the

selected position will stop flashing and remain

on.

AWD AUTO To AWD LOW

NOTE:

When shifting into or out of AWD LOW some gear

noise may be heard. This noise is normal and is not

detrimental to the vehicle or occupants.
Shifting can be performed with the vehicle rolling

2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h) or completely stopped.

Use either of the following procedures:
Preferred Procedure
1. With the engine running, slow the vehicle to

2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h).

2. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL.
3. While still rolling, push the AWD LOW control

switch.

4. After the AWD LOW position indicator light is on

(not flashing), shift the transmission back into

gear.

WARNING!

You or others could be injured or killed if you

leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer

case in the N (Neutral) position without first fully

engaging the parking brake. The transfer case N

(Neutral) position disengages both the front and

rear drive shafts from the powertrain and will

allow the vehicle to roll, even if the transmission

is in PARK. The parking brake should always be

applied when the driver is not in the vehicle.

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Alternate Procedure
1. Bring the vehicle to complete stop.
2. With the ignition in ON/RUN position and

engine running, shift the transmission to

NEUTRAL.

3. Push the AWD LOW control switch.
4. After the AWD LOW position indicator light is

on (not flashing), shift the transmission back

into gear.

NOTE:



If steps 1 or 2 of either the “Preferred” or

“Alternate Procedure” are not satisfied prior to

attempting the shift or if they no longer are

being met while the shift attempt is in process,

the desired position indicator light will flash

continuously while the original position indicator

light is on, until all requirements have been met.



The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN posi

tion for a shift to take place and for the position

indicator lights to be operable. If the ignition

switch is not in the ON/RUN position, then the

shift will not take place and no position indicator

lights will be on or flashing.

N (Neutral) Shift Procedure

For information regarding the transfer case N

(Neutral) shift procedure

page 151.

TOW N GO — IF EQUIPPED

Tow N Go combines the capabilities of the vehicle

control systems, along with driver input, to provide

optimum performance for road conditions.
Push any one of the four drive mode buttons to

select the desired mode.

Drive Mode Buttons

Tow N Go consists of the following positions:



TRACK – Optimizes settings for transmission,

engine, driveline, and suspension in order to

maximize vehicle performance. Also the electric

power steering offers more feedback of the tire

gripping the road. This feature will reset to AUTO

upon an ignition cycle. To turn off Electronic

Stability Control (ESC)

page 185.



SPORT – Dry weather, on-road calibration.

Performance based tuning that provides a

rear-wheel drive feel but with improved handling

and acceleration over a two-wheel drive vehicle.

This feature will reset to AUTO upon an ignition

cycle.



TOW – TOW drive mode also optimizes the

transmission shifting for towing, as well as maxi

mizing straight line traction by optimizing drive

line settings on AWD system. Use this mode for

towing/hauling. Vehicle suspension will go to

SPORT mode. Trailer Sway Control (TSC) is

always enabled in all drive modes provided that

the ESC OFF indicator light is not illuminated.

TSC is disabled when the ESC OFF lamp is illumi

nated. This feature will reset to AUTO upon an

ignition cycle.



SNOW – Tuning set for additional stability in

inclement weather. Use on and off-road on

loose traction surfaces such as snow. This

feature will reset to AUTO upon an ignition cycle.

1 — TRACK
2 — SPORT
3 — TOW
4 — SNOW

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UIDELINES

RACK

NOTE:

The standard Black Brembo Brake Pads are not

recommended for track use. Only the Red Brembo

Performance calipers are appropriate for track

use.



If your vehicle is equipped with Drive Modes,

they will alter the vehicle’s performance in

various driving situations. It is recommended

that your vehicle operates in SPORT or TRACK

modes during the track event.



Prior to each track event, verify all fluids are at

the correct levels.



Prior to each track event, verify the front and

rear brake pads have more than half pad thick

ness remaining. If the brake pads require

changing, complete a brake burnish procedure

prior to track outing at full pace.

NOTE:

Use of DOT 4 brake fluid is suggested for extended

track usage due to increased thermal capacity.



At the conclusion of each track event, it is

recommended that a brake bleed procedure is

performed to maintain the pedal feel and stop

ping capability of your Brembo High Perfor

mance brake system.



It is recommended that each track outing

should end with a minimum of one cooldown lap

using minimal braking.



It is recommended that the suspension system,

brake system, prop shaft, and half shaft boots

be checked for wear or damage after every track

event.



Track usage results in increased operating

temperatures of the engine, transmission, drive

line and brake system. This may affect Noise

Vibration Harshness (NVH) countermeasures

designed into your vehicle. New components

may need to be installed to return the system to

the original NVH performance.



Tire pressure:



Recommended tire pressure of 33 psi

(230 kPa) when tires are cold, or below

42 psi (290 kPa) when hot.

NOTE:

It is recommended that you target below 42 psi

(290 kPa) when tires are hot at the conclusion of

each track session. Starting at 33 psi (230 kPa)

cold and adjusting based on ambient and track

conditions is recommended. Tire pressure can be

monitored via the instrument cluster display and

can assist with adjustments.
Track burnishing your brakes
To avoid “green lining fade” during track use, the

brake pads and rotors must have a thermal

burnish for factory-installed components or when

new brake friction components are installed:

1. Use one track session to burnish brakes by

driving at 75% speed. Brake at approximately

0.60 - 0.80g max without Anti-Lock Brake

System (ABS) intervention.

2. Complete one lap in this manner until you start

smelling the brakes. Continue for another half

lap at speed, then complete a two lap

cooldown with minimal brake applications.

Ensure the brakes are not smoking. If they are,

complete another cooldown lap.

3. Getting the brakes to smoke is an indication

that the brakes have overheated and may

negatively affect future track usage.

4. Allow vehicle to sit and cool for at least

30 minutes. If an infrared thermal gun is

available, allow rotors to cool to 200°F

(93.3°C) before returning to the track.

5. There should be a thin layer of ash when

inspecting the brake pads. Having the ash

layer go more than half the thickness of the

pad material is a sign of an overly aggressive

burnish.

6. Occasionally, a second burnish session is

required. If the brake pads begin to emit an

odor during the next track session, reduce

vehicle speed and braking deceleration rate to

burnish targets and follow steps 2-4.

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7. New brake pads installed on old rotors require

a burnish. New rotors installed with old brake

pads should be burnished at the track or

driven for 300 miles (485 km) of city driving to

develop an adequate lining transfer layer on

the rotor surface prior to track use.

8. Rotors that pulsate during track use should be

replaced.

NOTE:

Resurfacing of the rotors is not recommended, as

it removes mass from the rotor, reducing its

thermal capacity. Resurfacing also thins the rotor

cheek, making it less robust and increasing the

likelihood of pulsation in further track use.

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.
NOTE:

This system may take some time to return to full

functionality after a battery disconnect.

POWER STEERING

The electric power steering system will provide

increased vehicle response and ease of

maneuverability. The power steering system

adapts to different driving conditions and adjusts

accordingly.

Alternate electric power steering efforts can be

selected through the Uconnect System

page 156.

If the Electric Power Steering warning icon 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 89.

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, espe

cially at low speeds and during parking maneu

vers.



If the condition persists, see an authorized

dealer for service.

If the Steering icon is displayed and the “POWER

STEERING SYSTEM OVER TEMP” message is

displayed on the instrument cluster screen, this

indicates 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 icon and message turn off.

STOP/START SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED

The Stop/Start function is developed to reduce

fuel consumption. The system will stop the engine

automatically during a vehicle stop if the required

conditions are met. Releasing the brake pedal or

pressing the accelerator pedal will automatically

re-start the engine.
This vehicle has been upgraded with a heavy duty

starter, enhanced battery, and other upgraded

engine parts, to handle the additional engine

starts.

WARNING!

Continued operation with reduced assist could

pose a safety risk to yourself and others. Service

should be obtained as soon as possible.

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UTOSTOP

ODE

The Stop/Start feature is enabled after every

normal customer engine start. At that time, the

system will go into STOP/START READY.
To Activate The Autostop Mode, The Following

Must Occur:



The system must be in STOP/START READY

state. A STOP/START READY message will be

displayed in the instrument cluster display

within the Stop/Start section

page 81.



The vehicle must be completely stopped.



The gear selector must be in a forward gear and

the brake pedal pressed.

The engine will shut down, the tachometer will

move to the zero position and the Stop/Start

telltale will illuminate indicating you are in

Autostop. Customer settings will be maintained

upon return to an engine running condition.

OSSIBLE

EASONS

NGINE

OES

UTOSTOP

Prior to engine shut down, the system will check

many safety and comfort conditions to see if they

are fulfilled. Detailed information about the

operation of the Stop/Start system may be viewed

in the instrument cluster display Stop/Start

Screen. In the following situations, the engine will

not stop:



Driver’s seat belt is not buckled.



Driver’s door is not closed.



Battery temperature is too warm or cold.



Battery charge is low.



The vehicle is on a steep grade.



Cabin heating or cooling is in process and an

acceptable cabin temperature has not been

achieved.



HVAC is set to full defrost mode at a high blower

speed.



HVAC is set to MAX A/C.



Engine has not reached normal operating

temperature.



The transmission is not in a forward gear.



Hood is open.



Brake pedal is not pressed with sufficient pres

sure.



Accelerator pedal input.



Engine temp is too high.



5 mph (8 km/h) threshold has not been

achieved from previous Autostop.



Steering angle is beyond threshold.



ACC is on and speed is set.

It may be possible for the vehicle to be driven

several times without the Stop/Start system going

into a STOP/START READY state under more

extreme conditions of the items listed above.

TART

NGINE

HILE

UTOSTOP

ODE

While in a forward gear, the engine will start when

the brake pedal is released or the throttle pedal is

pressed. The transmission will automatically

re-engage upon engine restart.
Conditions That Will Cause The Engine To Start

Automatically While In Autostop Mode:



The transmission selector is moved out of

DRIVE.



To maintain cabin temperature comfort.



HVAC is set to full defrost mode.



HVAC system temperature or fan speed is

manually adjusted.



Battery voltage drops too low.



Stop/Start OFF switch is pushed.



A Stop/Start system error occurs.



Steering angle is beyond threshold.

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ANUALLY

URN

TOP

TART

YSTEM

Stop/Start OFF Switch

Push the Stop/Start OFF switch (located on the

switch bank). The light on the switch will illuminate.

The “STOP/START OFF” message will appear in the

instrument cluster display and the autostop mode

will be disabled

page 81.

NOTE:

The Stop/Start system will reset itself back to the

ON mode every time the ignition is turned OFF and

back ON.

ANUALLY

URN

TOP

TART

YSTEM

Push the Stop/Start OFF switch (located on the

switch bank). The light on the switch will turn off.

YSTEM

ALFUNCTION

If there is a malfunction in the Stop/Start system,

the system will not shut down the engine. A

“SERVICE STOP/START SYSTEM” message and a

yellow Stop/Start telltale will appear in the

instrument cluster display

page 89.

If the “SERVICE STOP/START SYSTEM” message

appears in the instrument cluster display, have the

system checked by an authorized dealer.

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 takes over

accelerator operations at speeds greater than

20 mph (32 km/h).
The Cruise Control buttons are located on the right

side of the steering wheel.

Cruise Control Buttons

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

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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.

To Set A Desired Speed

Turn the Cruise Control on. When the vehicle has

reached the desired speed, push the SET (+) or

SET (-) button and release. 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 what speed was set. 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.

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.

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.

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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).

To Deactivate

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

or normal brake pressure while slowing the vehicle

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 will erase 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 system.



Fixed Speed Cruise Control (ACC not enabled)

will not detect vehicles directly ahead of you.

Always be aware of the mode selected

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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.

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.

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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 Adaptive Cruise Control (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



Does not always fully recognize complex

driving conditions, which can result in

wrong or missing distance warnings.



Will bring the vehicle to a complete stop

while following a target vehicle and hold

the vehicle for two seconds in the stop

position. If the target vehicle 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 Decrease Button
5 — SET (+)/Accel
6 — RES/Resume
7 — SET (-)/Decel
8 — Distance Increase Button

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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 display will read

“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 in 4WD Low



When the brakes are applied



When the parking brake is applied



When the automatic transmission 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 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).

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 (ACC not

enabled), 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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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.
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 (cancel) button is pushed



The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) activates



The gear selector is removed from the DRIVE

position



The Electronic Stability Control/Traction Control

System (ESC/TCS) activates



The vehicle parking brake is applied



The Trailer Sway Control (TSC) activates



The driver switches ESC to Full Off mode



The braking temperature exceeds normal range

(overheated)

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



4WD Low is engaged

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.
NOTE:



While in ACC mode, when the vehicle comes to

a complete stop longer than two seconds, the

system will cancel. The driver will have to apply

the brakes to keep the vehicle at a standstill.



ACC cannot be resumed if there is a stationary

vehicle in front of your vehicle in close proximity.

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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