Ford Escape (2024 year). Manual in english

REMOVING THE HEAD RESTRAINT

Pull up the head restraint until it
reaches its highest position.

2. Press and hold the adjust and unlock

button.

3. Pull up the head restraint.

INSTALLING THE HEAD
RESTRAINT

Fold the seat backrest forward before
installing the head restraint.

2. Align the steel stems into the guide

sleeves and push the head restraint
down until it locks.

MOVING THE SEAT BACKWARD
AND FORWARD

WARNING:

Make sure the seat fully

locks into place by rocking it backward
and forward.

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ADJUSTING THE SEAT BACKREST

With the seat occupied, pull the lever up
to recline the seat backward.

FOLDING THE SEAT BACKREST

WARNING:

When folding the seat

backrest down, take care not to get your
fingers caught in the mechanism.

WARNING:

Do not place any

objects on a folded seat. Hard objects
may become projectiles in a crash or
sudden stop, which may increase the risk
of serious personal injury.

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WHAT IS THE REAR
OCCUPANT ALERT SYSTEM

The rear occupant alert system monitors
vehicle conditions and notifies you to check
for rear seat occupants when you switch
the ignition off. The notifications can be in
the form of warnings inside the vehicle and
sounding of the horn if activated for a short
period of time.

HOW DOES THE REAR
OCCUPANT ALERT SYSTEM
WORK

The system monitors the activity of the
buckle on the rear seatbelt and the
opening and closing of the rear doors to
indicate the potential presence of an
occupant in the rear seat.

When

Child Seat Installed

is selected, the

system monitors only the opening and
closing of the rear doors to indicate the
potential presence of an occupant in the
rear seat.

When

Child Seat Installed

is not selected,

the system monitors the rear seatbelt
buckle activity and the opening and closing
of the rear doors to indicate the potential
presence of an occupant in the rear seat.

A message displays in the touchscreen and
an audible warning sounds when you
switch the ignition off after any of the
following conditions have been met:
•

A rear door is opened or closed while
the ignition is on.

•

You switch the ignition on within 15
minutes of a rear door opening and
closing.

•

You switch the ignition on within 15
minutes of the alert having displayed
or sounded.

If you do not open a rear door within a short
period of time of the message appearing
in the center display, the first audible
warning sounding and driver door open to
close, the horn sounds for a short period
of time.

Note:

Horn sounds only when the

Rear

Occupant Alert

is set to

Alert & Horn

. If

you change the setting, then there is no horn
sound.

REAR OCCUPANT ALERT
SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

On hot days, the

temperature inside the vehicle can rise
very quickly. Exposure of people or
animals to these high temperatures for
even a short time can cause death or
serious heat related injuries, including
brain damage. Small children are
particularly at risk.

WARNING:

Do not leave children

or pets unattended in your vehicle.
Failure to follow this instruction could
result in personal injury or death.

REAR OCCUPANT ALERT
SYSTEM LIMITATIONS

The system does not detect the presence
of objects or passengers in the rear seat.
It monitors the activity of the buckle on the
rear seatbelt and the opening and closing
of the rear doors.

Note:

It is possible to receive an alert when

there is no rear seat occupant, but alert
conditions are met.

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Note:

It is possible to receive no alert when

there is an occupant in the rear seat, if alert
conditions are not met. For example, if a rear
seat occupant does not enter the vehicle
through a rear door.

REAR OCCUPANT ALERT
SYSTEM SETTINGS

Press

Settings

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Vehicle

3. Press

Rear Occupant Alert

4. Select

Alert & Horn

Alert Only

Off

Note:

The default setting is

Alert Only

Note:

If you choose

Alert Only

, the horn

does not sound even when the alert
conditions are met.

Note:

Performing a vehicle system reset

causes the system to switch on again.

Switching

Child Seat Installed

and Off

When the system is switched on, it
monitors the opening and closing of the
rear doors to indicate the potential
presence of an occupant in the rear seat.

Press

Settings

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Vehicle

3. Press

Rear Occupant Alert

4. Switch

Child Seat Installed

on or off.

Note:

The default setting is on.

Switch the system on when the child
restraint is mounted on any of the
following:
•

Forward facing seat.

•

Rear facing seat.

•

Toddler in a latch system baby seat.

Switch the system off when the child is
using any of the following:
•

Seatbelt.

•

Booster seat.

Semiannual Reminder

When you switch the system off, a
message appears every six months as a
reminder that the system is off. You can
switch the system back on or leave it off.

REAR OCCUPANT ALERT
SYSTEM INDICATORS

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Message

Check rear seats for occupants.

Displays when you switch your vehicle off
after the alert conditions are met.

The message displays for a short period of
time. Press

Close

to acknowledge and

remove the message.

Note:

Depending on your SYNC version, the

graphic may look different from what you
see here.

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WHAT IS THE MEMORY
FUNCTION

The memory function recalls the position
of these features:

•

Driver seat.

•

Power mirrors.

•

Optional power steering column.

•

Optional power adjustable pedals.

MEMORY FUNCTION
PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

Before activating the

memory seat, make sure that the area
immediately surrounding the seat is clear
of obstructions and that all occupants
are clear of moving parts.

WARNING:

Do not use the memory

function when your vehicle is moving.

LOCATING THE MEMORY
FUNCTION BUTTONS

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The memory function buttons are on the
driver door.

SAVING A PRESET POSITION

Switch the ignition on.

2. Adjust the memory features to your

preferred position.

3. Press and hold the preferred preset

button until you hear a single tone.

You can save up to three preset memory
positions at any time.

RECALLING A PRESET
POSITION

Press and release the preset button.

Note:

You can only recall a preset memory

position when the ignition is off, or when you
place the transmission in park (P) or neutral
(N) if the ignition is on and the vehicle is not
moving.

You can also recall a preset memory
position by:
•

Pressing the unlock button on your
remote control if you linked it to a
preset position.

•

Unlocking the intelligent driver door
handle if a linked remote control is
present.

Using a linked remote control to recall your
memory position when the ignition is off
moves the seat to the easy entry position.

Note:

Pressing any active memory feature

adjustment control, or any preset buttons
during a memory recall cancels the
operation.

Linking a Preset Position to your
Remote Control or Passive Key

Your vehicle can save the preset memory
positions for up to three remote controls
or passive keys.

With the ignition on, move the memory
features to the position you prefer.

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GARAGE DOOR OPENER
INTRODUCTION

HomeLink Wireless Control
System

The universal garage door opener replaces
the common handheld garage door opener
with a three-button transmitter integrated
into the driver-side sun visor.

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How Does The Garage Door Opener
Work

The system includes two primary features,
a garage door opener and a platform for
remote activation of devices within the
home. You can program garage doors as
well as entry gate operators, security
systems, entry door locks and home or
office lighting.

Additional assistance can be found online
at

www.homelink.com/Ford

or by calling

the toll-free help line at 1-800-355-3515.

Garage Door Opener Limitations

Canadian radio-frequency laws require
transmitter signals to time out, or quit,
after several seconds – which may not be
long enough for HomeLink to pick up the
signal. U.S. gate operators time-out in the
same manner.

GARAGE DOOR OPENER
PRECAUTIONS AND
FREQUENCIES

Garage Door Opener Precautions

WARNING:

Do not use the system

with any garage door opener that does
not have the safety stop and reverse
feature as required by U.S. Federal
Safety Standards (this includes any
garage door opener manufactured
before April 1, 1982). A garage door
opener which cannot detect an object,
signaling the door to stop and reverse,
does not meet current federal safety
standards. Using a garage door opener
without these features increases the risk
of serious injury or death.

FCC and RSS-210 Industry Canada
Compliance

WARNING:

Changes or

modifications not expressively approved
by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate
the equipment. The term "IC:" before the
radio certification number only signifies
that Industry Canada technical
specifications were met.

This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry
Canada. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.

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This equipment complies with FCC
radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. End Users must
follow the specific operating instructions
for satisfying RF exposure compliance. This
transmitter must be at least 8 in (20 cm)
from the user and must not be co-located
or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.

PROGRAMMING THE GARAGE
DOOR OPENER

To clear all stored codes in the garage door
opener in your vehicle, use the

clear

function. To override one button, use the

reprogram

function.

Note:

Make sure that the garage door and

security device are free from obstruction
when you are programming. Do not program
the system with the vehicle in the garage.

Clearing the Garage Door Opener

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To clear all stored codes in the garage door
opener in the vehicle:

Press and hold the outer two function
buttons simultaneously for
approximately 10 seconds until the
indicator above the buttons flashes
rapidly.

2. When the indicator flashes, release the

buttons.

Note:

This clears all stored codes. You

cannot erase individual buttons.

Note:

You can program a maximum of

three devices. To change or replace any of
the three devices after they have been
initially programmed, you must either clear
all codes, or reprogram each individual
button.

Note:

We recommend that upon the sale

or lease termination of your vehicle, you
erase the programmed function buttons for
security reasons.

Reprogramming the Garage Door
Opener

If a button on your garage door opener has
already been programmed, you can
override it. To program a device to a
previously trained button:

Press and hold the desired button for
approximately 20 seconds until the
indicator begins to flash.

2. Without releasing the button, proceed

to Step 3 of

Programming the

Garage Door Opener to your
Handheld Transmitter

Programming the Garage Door
Opener to your Handheld
Transmitter

Note:

The programming steps below

assume you are programming a HomeLink
that was not previously programmed. If your
HomeLink was previously programmed, you
may need to

clear

reprogram

your

HomeLink buttons.

Note:

Put a new battery in the handheld

transmitter. This allows for quicker training
and accurate transmission of the
radio-frequency signal.

Note:

Make sure that the garage door and

security device are free from obstruction
when you are programming. Do not program
the system with the vehicle in the garage.

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To program your in-vehicle HomeLink
function button with your handheld
transmitter:

With your vehicle parked outside of the
garage, switch your vehicle on, but do
not start your vehicle.

2. Press and release one of the three

HomeLink function buttons that you
would like to program.

Note:

The indicator should begin to flash.

If the indicator does not flash, press and
hold the function button for 20 seconds until
the indicator begins to flash.

3. Hold your handheld garage door

transmitter 1–3 in (2–8 cm) away from
the HomeLink button you want to
program.

4. Press and hold the handheld

transmitter button you want to
program while watching the indicator
on HomeLink. Continue to hold the
handheld button until the HomeLink
indicator flashes rapidly or is
continuously on.

Note:

You may need to use a different

method if you live in Canada or have
difficulties programming your gate operator
or garage door opener.

5. Press and hold the HomeLink button

you programmed for two seconds, then
release. You may need to do this twice
to activate the door.

Note:

If the indicator stays on, the

programming is complete.

Note:

If the HomeLink indicator flashes

rapidly, repeat Step 5.

Note:

If your device still does not operate,

you must program your garage door.

6. To program additional buttons, repeat

Steps 1–4.

Note:

Make sure you keep the original

remote control transmitter for use in other
vehicles as well as for future system
programming.

Programming the Garage Door
Opener to your Garage Door
Opener Motor

Note:

Make sure that the garage door and

security device are free from obstruction
when you are programming. Do not program
the system with the vehicle in the garage.

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Press the learn button on the garage
door opener motor and then you have
30 seconds to complete the next two
steps.

2. Return to your vehicle.

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3. Press and hold one of the three

HomeLink function buttons you want
to program for two seconds, then
release.

4. Repeat Step 3. Depending on your

brand of garage door opener, you may
need to repeat this sequence a third
time.

Additional assistance can be found online
at

www.homelink.com/Ford

or by calling

the toll-free help line at 1-800-355-3515.

Programming the Garage Door
Opener to your Gate Opener Motor

Gate Operator / Canadian
Programming

Canadian radio-frequency laws require
transmitter signals to time-out (or quit)
after several seconds of transmission –
which may not be long enough for
HomeLink to pick up the signal during
programming. Similar to this Canadian law,
some U.S. gate operators are designed to
time-out in the same manner.

Note:

If programming a garage door opener

or gate operator, it is advised that you
unplug the device during the

cycling

process

to prevent possible overheating.

Press and release your handheld
transmitter,

every two seconds

, until

the HomeLink indicator flashes rapidly
or is continuously on.

2. Release the handheld transmitter

button.

3. Press and hold the HomeLink function

button you want to program for two
seconds, then release. You may need
to do this twice to activate the door.

Note:

If the indicator stays on, the

programming is complete.

Note:

If the HomeLink indicator flashes

rapidly, repeat Step 3.

4. To program additional buttons, repeat

Steps 1–4.

Additional assistance can be found online
at

www.homelink.com/Ford

or by calling

the toll-free help line at 1-800-355-3515.

GARAGE DOOR OPENER
ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE

Additional assistance can be found online
at

www.homelink.com/Ford

or by calling

the toll-free help line at 1-800-355-3515.

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LOCATING THE USB PORTS

Data Transfer USB Ports

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The USB ports could be in the following
locations:

•

On the lower instrument panel.

•

Inside the center console.

Note:

These USB ports can also charge

devices.

Note:

Not all USB ports in your vehicle have

data transfer capabilities.

Note:

We recommend using only USB-IF

certified cables and adapters. Non-certified
cables and adapters may not work.

Charge Only USB Ports

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The USB ports could be in the following
locations:

•

On the lower instrument panel.

•

On the upper instrument panel.

•

Inside the media bin.

•

Inside the center console.

•

On the rear of the center console.

•

Behind the first row seats.

•

In the cargo area.

PLAYING MEDIA USING THE
USB PORT

WARNING:

Driving while distracted

can result in loss of vehicle control, crash
and injury. We strongly recommend that
you use extreme caution when using any
device that may take your focus off the
road. Your primary responsibility is the
safe operation of your vehicle. We
recommend against the use of any
hand-held device while driving and
encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible. Make sure you
are aware of all applicable local laws
that may affect the use of electronic
devices while driving.

Connect your device to a data transfer
USB port.

2. Press the audio system tile on the

touchscreen.

3. Press

Sources

Press the USB option.

Press to play a track. Press again
to pause the track.

Press to skip to the next track.

Press and hold to fast forward
through the track.

Press once to return to the
beginning of a track. Repeatedly
press to return to previous

tracks.

Press and hold to fast rewind through the
track.

CHARGING A DEVICE

Connect your device to the USB port.

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WHAT IS THE POWER OUTLET

The power outlet can power devices using
a 12 V outlet adapter.

POWER OUTLET
PRECAUTIONS

When you switch the vehicle on, you can
use the socket to power 12 V appliances
with a maximum current rating of 15 A. Do
not use the power point over the vehicle
capacity of 12 V DC 180 W or a fuse could
blow. Do not plug in any device that
supplies power to the vehicle through the
power points. This could result in damage
to vehicle systems. Do not hang any
accessory from the accessory plug. Always
keep the power point caps closed when
not in use. Do not insert objects other than
an accessory plug into the power point.

To prevent the battery from running out of
charge:
•

Do not use the power point longer than
necessary when the vehicle is off.

•

Do not leave devices plugged in
overnight or when you park your vehicle
for extended periods.

•

Using devices for extended periods
may require starting and running the
engine to recharge the battery.

LOCATING THE POWER
OUTLETS

Power outlets may be in the following
locations:
•

On the lower instrument panel.

•

Inside the center console.

•

On the front of the center console.

•

On the rear of the center console.

•

In the cargo area.

•

On the passenger side floor panel.

•

3rd row on the quarter trim panels.

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WHAT IS THE WIRELESS
ACCESSORY CHARGER

The wireless accessory charger allows you
to charge one compatible Qi wireless
charging device on the charging area.

WIRELESS ACCESSORY
CHARGER PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

Wireless charging

devices can affect the operation of
implanted medical devices, including
cardiac pacemakers. If you have any
implanted medical devices, we
recommend that you consult with your
physician.

WARNING:

Remove all metal

objects like coins and keys from the
charging surface and remove any metal
objects attached to your mobile phone
before placing the device on the charging
surface. Some mobile devices or cases
may attract metal objects. Metal objects
on the charging surface or attached to
the phone may become hot while
charging is active. If an object is left on
or near the charging surface or attached
to the phone while the device is charging,
let the objects cool before removing to
prevent personal injury.

Keep the charging area clean and remove
foreign objects prior to charging a device.

Do not place items with a magnetic strip
or radio-frequency identification chip, for
example passports, parking tickets,
transportation passes or credit cards, near
the charging area when charging a device.
Damage could occur to the magnetic strip
or radio-frequency identification chip.

Do not place metal objects, for example
remote controls, coins and candy
wrappers, on or near the charging area
when charging a device. Metal objects may
heat up and degrade the charging
performance, in addition to causing
interruptions in charging.

Charging could be interrupted, degraded,
or could stop if any of the following occur:

•

The system detects a foreign object.

•

The device is misaligned on the
charging area.

•

The device moves on the active
charging area when the vehicle is in
motion.

•

The vehicle ambient temperature is too
high.

•

You attempt to charge a non-Qi
compatible device on the wireless
charger.

Note:

During charging, the device and the

charger could heat up, this is normal. If the
battery gets hotter than usual, the device
may stop charging.

LOCATING THE WIRELESS
ACCESSORY CHARGER

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The charging area is on the
center console.

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CHARGING A WIRELESS
DEVICE

Place the device on the center of the
charging surface with the charging side
down. The charging stops after your device
reaches a full charge.

You can use the charger when the vehicle
is in accessory mode, when the vehicle is
running or when the touchscreen is on.

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Displays on the status bar when
wireless charging is in progress.

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Displays on the status bar when
wireless charging has been
interrupted.

Note:

The charging performance may be

affected if your device is in a case. It may be
necessary to remove the case to wirelessly
charge your device.

Note:

Software and firmware updates may

affect device compatibility, including the
use of unofficial software or firmware. You
should verify charging functionality with your
specific devices in-vehicle.

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STARTING AND STOPPING
THE ENGINE – PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

Extended idling at high

engine speeds can produce very high
temperatures in the engine and exhaust
system, creating the risk of fire or other
damage.

WARNING:

Do not park, idle or

drive your vehicle on dry grass or other
dry ground cover. The emission system
heats up the engine compartment and
exhaust system, creating the risk of fire.

WARNING:

Do not start the engine

in a closed garage or in other enclosed
areas. Exhaust fumes are toxic. Always
open the garage door before you start
the engine. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in personal injury
or death.

WARNING:

Do not use starting

fluid, for example ether, in the air intake
system. Such fluid could cause
immediate explosive damage to the
engine and possible personal injury.

WARNING:

Exhaust leaks may

result in entry of harmful and potentially
lethal fumes into the passenger
compartment. If you smell exhaust
fumes inside your vehicle, have your
vehicle inspected immediately. Do not
drive if you smell exhaust fumes.

The powertrain control system meets all
Canadian interference-causing equipment
standard requirements regulating the
impulse electrical field or radio noise.

Note:

If you use your vehicle regularly above

the altitude of 5,000 ft (1,524 m) and under
the temperature of -4.0°F (-20°C), it is
recommended to use the alternative engine
oil. See

Capacities and Specifications

(page 412).

If you stop your vehicle and leave the
engine idling for long periods, we
recommend that you do one of the
following:
•

Open the windows at least 1 in
(2.5 cm).

•

Set your climate control to outside air.

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Note:

Make sure the key is clean before

inserting it into any lock cylinder.

Note:

Do not leave the key in the ignition

for an extended period of time when the
engine is not running. This is to prevent the
vehicle battery from losing charge.

Switching the Ignition Off

Turn the key to position

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Switching the Ignition to
Accessory Mode

Turn the key to position

. Electrical

accessories, for example the radio, operate
without the engine running.

Switching the Ignition On

Turn the key to position

. All electrical

circuits and accessories are operational
and the warning lamps and indicators
illuminate.

Starting the Engine

Turn the key to position

III

. Release the

key when the engine starts.

PUSH BUTTON IGNITION
SWITCH

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Switching the Ignition Off

When the ignition is on or in accessory
mode, press the push button ignition
switch once without your foot on the brake
or clutch pedal.

Switching the Ignition to
Accessory Mode

When the ignition is off, press the push
button ignition switch once without your
foot on the brake or clutch pedal.

All electrical circuits and accessories are
operational and the warning lamps and
indicators illuminate.

Note:

Your vehicle has a battery saver

feature that shuts your vehicle off when it
detects a certain amount of battery drain
or inactivity in accessory mode.

Starting the Engine

Press the brake or clutch pedal and press
the push button ignition switch.

Note:

The system may not function if the

passive key is close to metal objects or
electronic devices, for example keys or a cell
phone.

Note:

A valid key must be inside your

vehicle to switch the ignition on and start
the engine.

STARTING THE ENGINE

STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE -
VEHICLES WITH: KEYED IGNITION

Before starting your vehicle, check the
following:
•

Make sure that the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.

•

Make sure that the parking brake is on.

•

Make sure that the transmission is in
park (P).

Fully press the brake pedal.

Note:

Do not touch the accelerator pedal.

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2. Turn the key to position

III

Note:

The engine may continue cranking

for up to 15 seconds or until it starts.

Note:

The engine takes longer to start at

lower temperatures. It may crank for several
seconds when very cold.

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STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE -
VEHICLES WITH: PUSH BUTTON
START

Before starting your vehicle, check the
following:
•

Make sure that the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.

•

Make sure that the parking brake is on.

•

Make sure that the transmission is in
park (P).

Fully press the brake pedal.

Note:

Do not touch the accelerator pedal.

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2. Press the push button ignition switch.

Note:

The engine may continue cranking

for up to 15 seconds or until it starts.

Note:

The engine takes longer to start at

lower temperatures. It may crank for several
seconds when very cold.

STARTING A HYBRID ELECTRIC
VEHICLE SYSTEM

Before starting your vehicle, check the
following:
•

Make sure the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.

•

Make sure the parking brake is on.

•

Make sure the transmission is in park
(P).

Note:

Do not touch the accelerator pedal.

Fully press the brake pedal.

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2. Press the push button ignition switch.

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When you start your vehicle, a
green indicator light appears in
the instrument cluster letting you

know that your vehicle is ready for driving.
Since your vehicle is equipped with a silent
key start, the engine may not start when
your vehicle starts.

When the engine starts for the first time
on your drive, the idle speed increases, this
helps to warm up the engine. If the engine
idle speed does not slow down, have your
vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.

The system does not function if:
•

The passive key frequencies are
jammed.

•

The key battery has no charge.

RESTARTING THE ENGINE AFTER
STOPPING IT - VEHICLES WITH:
PUSH BUTTON START

The system allows you to start the engine
within 10 seconds of switching it off, even
if it does not detect a valid passive key.

Within 10 seconds of switching the engine
off, fully press the brake or clutch pedal
and press the push button ignition switch.
After 10 seconds, you can no longer start
the engine if the system does not detect a
valid passive key.

When you start the engine, it remains
running until you press the push button
ignition switch, even if your vehicle does
not detect a valid passive key. If you open
and close a door when the engine is
running, the system searches for a valid
passive key.

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Starting and Stopping the Engine

STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE -
VEHICLES WITH: KEYED IGNITION

If you cannot start the engine after 3
attempts, wait 10 seconds and do the
following:

Fully press the brake pedal or the
clutch pedal.

Note:

Make sure that the parking brake is

applied.

Note:

Make sure that the transmission is in

park (P) or neutral (N).

2. Fully press the accelerator pedal and

hold it there.

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3. Turn the key to position

III

and wait

until the engine stops cranking.

4. Release the accelerator pedal.

5. Turn the key to position

III

STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE -
VEHICLES WITH: PUSH BUTTON
START

If you cannot start the engine after 3
attempts, wait 10 seconds and do the
following:

Fully press the brake pedal or the
clutch pedal.

Note:

Make sure that the parking brake is

applied.

Note:

Make sure that the transmission is in

park (P) or neutral (N).

2. Fully press the accelerator pedal and

hold it there.

3. Press the push button ignition switch.

Note:

The engine cranks for a short period

of time and then it stops.

4. Release the accelerator pedal.

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5. Press the push button ignition switch.

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

Failure to follow engine

block heater instructions could result in
property damage or serious personal
injury.

WARNING:

Do not use your heater

with ungrounded electrical systems or
two-pronged adapters. There is a risk of
electrical shock.

WARNING:

Do not fully close the

hood, or allow it to drop under its own
weight when using the engine block
heater. This could damage the power
cable and may cause an electrical short
resulting in fire, injury and property
damage.

We recommend that you do the following
for a safe and correct operation:
•

Use a 16-gauge outdoor extension cord
that is product certified by
Underwriter’s Laboratory (UL) or
Canadian Standards Association
(CSA). This extension cord must be
suitable for use outdoors, in cold

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temperatures, and be clearly marked
Suitable for Use with Outdoor
Appliances. Do not use an indoor
extension cord outdoors. This could
result in an electric shock or become a
fire hazard.

•

Use as short an extension cord as
possible.

•

Do not use multiple extension cords.

•

Make sure that when in operation, the
extension cord plug and engine block
heater cord plug connections are free
and clear of water. This could cause an
electric shock or fire.

•

If the engine block heater cord is under
the hood, do not remove the wiring
from its original location. Do not close
the hood on the extension wiring.

•

Park your vehicle in a clean area, clear
of combustible materials.

•

Firmly connect the engine block heater
cord and the extension cord.

•

Check the extension cord for heat
anywhere when the system has been
operating for approximately 30
minutes.

•

Unplug and properly stow the system
before starting and driving your vehicle.
The protective cover seals the
terminals of the engine block heater
cord plug when not in use.

•

Check the engine block heater system
for proper operation before winter.

HOW DOES THE ENGINE BLOCK
HEATER WORK

The engine block heater warms the engine
coolant. This allows the climate control
system to quickly respond. The equipment
includes a heater element installed in the
engine block and a wire harness. You can
connect the system to a grounded 110 volt
AC electrical source.

Note:

The engine block heater is most

effective when outdoor temperatures are
below 0°F (-18°C). We recommend the use
of engine block heater to improve engine
cold start performance.

USING THE ENGINE BLOCK
HEATER

Make sure the receptacle terminals are
clean and dry prior to use. Clean them with
a dry cloth if necessary.

The heater uses 0.4 to 1.0 kilowatt-hours
of energy per hour of use. The system does
not have a thermostat. It achieves
maximum temperature after
approximately three hours of operation.
Using the engine block heater longer than
three hours does not improve system
performance and unnecessarily uses
electricity.

STOPPING THE ENGINE

STOPPING THE ENGINE WHEN
YOUR VEHICLE IS STATIONARY -
VEHICLES WITH: KEYED IGNITION

Shift into park (P).

2. Apply the parking brake.

3. Wait until the engine reaches idle

speed.

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4. Turn the key to position

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STOPPING THE ENGINE WHEN
YOUR VEHICLE IS STATIONARY -
VEHICLES WITH: PUSH BUTTON
START

Shift into park (P).

2. Apply the parking brake.

3. Wait until the engine reaches idle

speed.

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4. Press the push button ignition switch.

STOPPING THE ENGINE WHEN
YOUR VEHICLE IS MOVING -
VEHICLES WITH: KEYED IGNITION

WARNING:

Switching off the

engine when your vehicle is still moving
results in a significant decrease in
braking assistance. Higher effort is
required to apply the brakes and to stop
your vehicle. A significant decrease in
steering assistance could also occur. The
steering does not lock, but higher effort
could be required to steer your vehicle.
When you switch the ignition off, some
electrical circuits, for example airbags,
also turn off. If you unintentionally switch
the ignition off, shift into neutral (N) and
restart the engine.

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Turn the key to position

2. Shift into neutral and use the brakes to

bring your vehicle to a safe stop.

3. Shift into park (P).

4. Apply the parking brake.

STOPPING THE ENGINE WHEN
YOUR VEHICLE IS MOVING -
VEHICLES WITH: PUSH BUTTON
START

WARNING:

Switching off the

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Press and hold the push button ignition
switch until the engine stops, or press
it three times within two seconds.

2. Shift into neutral and use the brakes to

bring your vehicle to a safe stop.

3. Shift into park (P).

4. Apply the parking brake.

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AUTOMATIC ENGINE STOP -
VEHICLES WITH: PUSH
BUTTON START

WHAT IS AUTOMATIC ENGINE
STOP

Automatic engine stop is a feature that
switches the engine off if it has been idling
for an extended period to help you save
fuel.

HOW DOES AUTOMATIC ENGINE
STOP WORK

Automatic engine stop turns the engine
off. The ignition also turns off in order to
save battery power. Before the engine
shuts down, a message appears in the
information display showing a timer
counting down. If you do not intervene
within 30 seconds, the engine shuts down.
Another message appears in the
information display to inform you that the
engine has shut down in order to save fuel.
Start your vehicle as you normally do.

SWITCHING AUTOMATIC ENGINE
STOP ON AND OFF

Press

Settings

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Vehicle

3. Switch

30min Max Idle

on or off.

Note:

You cannot permanently switch off

the automatic shutdown. If you switch it
off, it turns on each time you switch the
ignition on.

OVERRIDING AUTOMATIC ENGINE
STOP

You can stop the engine shutdown, or reset
the timer, at any point before the
30-second countdown has expired by
doing any of the following:
•

Pressing the brake pedal or accelerator
pedal.

•

Pressing the

RESET

button

during the countdown.

Note:

You cannot permanently switch off

the automatic engine shutdown feature.
When you switch it off temporarily, it turns
on at the next ignition cycle.

ACCESSING THE PASSIVE KEY
BACKUP POSITION

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Remove the rubber mat.

2. Place the passive key in the position

shown, with the buttons facing upward.

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STARTING AND STOPPING
THE ENGINE –
TROUBLESHOOTING

STARTING AND STOPPING THE
ENGINE – WARNING LAMPS

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Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Check Engine

If it illuminates when the engine is running
this indicates a malfunction. The On Board
Diagnostics system has detected a
malfunction of the vehicle emission control
system.

If it flashes, engine misfire may be
occurring. Increased exhaust gas
temperatures could damage the catalytic
converter or other vehicle components.
Avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration
and have your vehicle immediately
serviced.

Powertrain Warning Lamp

If it illuminates when the engine is running
this indicates a malfunction. If it flashes
when you are driving, immediately reduce
the vehicle speed. Avoid heavy
acceleration and deceleration and have
your vehicle immediately serviced.

If both lamps illuminate when the engine
is running, stop your vehicle as soon as it
is safe to do so. Continuing to drive your
vehicle may cause reduced power or the
engine to stop. Switch the ignition off and
attempt to restart the engine. Have your
vehicle immediately checked.

STARTING AND STOPPING THE ENGINE – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Details

Message

Displays if you exceed the starting time limit. You cannot
attempt to start the engine for 15 minutes. If you cannot start
the engine after 15 minutes passes, have your vehicle imme-
diately checked.

Cranking Time Exceeded

Displays if you are unable to start your vehicle with a correctly
coded key. The system has detected a fault that requires
service. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Starting System Fault

Displays if the system does not detect a valid passive key.

No Key Detected

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STARTING AND STOPPING THE
ENGINE – FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS - VEHICLES WITH:
KEYED IGNITION

Why is the engine idle speed high
when I am starting the engine?

•

The speed at which the engine idles
immediately after starting is optimized
to minimize vehicle emissions and
maximize cabin comfort and fuel
economy.

Why does the engine not crank?

•

You can only attempt to start the
engine for a limited amount of time
before the starting system temporarily
disables. If you exceed the starting time
limit, a message may appear and you
cannot attempt to start the engine for
at least 15 minutes.

Why do I experience different

driving characteristics?

•

If you disconnect the battery, your
vehicle may exhibit some unusual
driving characteristics for
approximately 5 mi (8 km) after you
reconnect it. This is because the engine
management system must realign
itself with the engine. You can
disregard any unusual driving
characteristics during this period.

Why can I not start the engine?

If you cannot start the engine after 3
attempts, wait 10 seconds and do the
following:

Fully press the brake pedal or the
clutch pedal.

Note:

Make sure that the parking brake is

applied.

Note:

Make sure that the transmission is in

park (P) or neutral (N).

2. Fully press the accelerator pedal and

hold it there.

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3. Turn the key to position

III

and wait

until the engine stops cranking.

4. Release the accelerator pedal.
5. Turn the key to position

III

STARTING AND STOPPING THE
ENGINE – FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS - VEHICLES WITH:
PUSH BUTTON START

Why is the engine speed high when
I am starting the engine?

•

The speed at which the engine idles
immediately after starting is optimized
to minimize vehicle emissions and
maximize cabin comfort and fuel
economy.

Why does the engine not crank?

•

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Why do I experience different
driving characteristics?

•

If you disconnect the battery, your
vehicle may exhibit some unusual
driving characteristics for
approximately 5.0 mi (8 km) after you
reconnect it. This is because the engine
management system must realign
itself with the engine. You can
disregard any unusual driving
characteristics during this period.

Why can I not start the engine?

If you cannot start the engine after 3
attempts, wait 10 seconds and do the
following:

Fully press the brake pedal or the
clutch pedal.

Note:

Make sure that the parking brake is

applied.

Note:

Make sure that the transmission is in

park (P) or neutral (N).

2. Fully press the accelerator pedal and

hold it there.

3. Press the push button ignition switch.

Note:

The engine cranks for a short period

of time and then it stops.

4. Release the accelerator pedal.

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5. Press the push button ignition switch.

Why does the system not detect a
passive key?

•

If the system does not detect a passive
key and you are unable to start the
engine, insert the passive key into the
backup position and press the push
button ignition switch to start the
engine. See

Accessing the Passive

Key Backup Position

(page 175).

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WHAT IS A HYBRID ELECTRIC
VEHICLE

A hybrid vehicle has an electric motor and
a high voltage battery combined with a
gasoline engine.

HOW DOES A HYBRID
ELECTRIC VEHICLE WORK

The hybrid vehicle combines electric and
gasoline propulsion to provide optimal
performance and improved efficiency.

HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE
DRIVING CHARACTERISTICS

The gasoline engine starts and stops to
provide power when required and to save
fuel when not needed. When coasting at
low speeds, coming to a stop or standing,
the gas engine normally shuts down and
your vehicle operates in electric-only
mode.

Conditions that may cause the gasoline
engine to start or remain running include:

•

Considerable vehicle acceleration.

•

Driving uphill.

•

The high voltage battery charge level
is low.

•

Heating or cooling the vehicle interior
in high or low outside temperatures.

•

The gasoline engine is below normal
operating temperature.

•

Towing a trailer.

•

Certain selectable drive modes could
cause the engine to run. See

Selecting

a Drive Mode

(page 274).

Your hybrid vehicle also comes with
standard hydraulic braking and
regenerative braking. Regenerative braking
is performed by your transmission and
captures brake energy and stores it in the
high voltage battery.

You could also notice that your engine
continues to run instead of shutting off
during extended downhill driving. The
engine stays on during this engine braking
but is not using any fuel.

You could also hear a slight whine or
whistle when operating your vehicle. This
is the normal operation of the electric
motor in the hybrid system.

Note:

Having your engine running is not

always an indication of inefficiency. In some
cases, it is actually more efficient than
driving in electric mode.

HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE
INDICATORS

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When you start your vehicle, a
green READY indicator light
appears in the instrument cluster

letting you know that your vehicle is ready
for driving.

The engine may not start because your
vehicle has a silent key start feature. This
fuel saving feature allows your vehicle to
be ready to drive without requiring the gas
engine to be running.

The indicator remains on when your vehicle
is on, whether the engine is running or not,
to indicate your vehicle is capable of
movement using the electric motor, gas
engine or both.

Typically, the engine does not start unless
the vehicle is cold, a climate control
change is requested or you press the
accelerator pedal.

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HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE
INFORMATION –
TROUBLESHOOTING

HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE
INFORMATION – WARNING
LAMPS

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Illuminates if your vehicle has an
electrical component fault or
failure that causes your vehicle

to shut down or enter a limited operating
mode. A message may appear in the
instrument cluster display.

HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE
INFORMATION – INFORMATION
MESSAGES

Action

Message

Displays when a

malfunction occurs

in the high voltage

electric system.

Stop your vehicle as

soon as it is safe to

do so. Have your

vehicle checked as

soon as possible.

Stop Safely Now

HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE
INFORMATION – FREQUENTLY
ASKED QUESTIONS

What should I do if the vehicle runs
out of fuel and the high voltage
battery is out of charge?

•

Refuel and start your vehicle normally.
The engine will recharge the high
voltage battery.

Why does the engine sometimes
start at key-on?

•

The vehicle's computer determines if
an engine start is required at key-on. It
starts the engine when necessary for
cabin heating, windshield defrost, if the
high voltage battery is low, or if the
outside temperature is low.

Can I put E15 or E85 in my vehicle,
and how will it affect my fuel
economy?

•

Your hybrid vehicle can use E15 (15%
ethanol, 85% gasoline) fuel, but you
may notice slightly reduced fuel
economy because ethanol contains
less energy per gallon than gasoline.
Your hybrid vehicle is not designed to
use E85 (85% ethanol).

Why does it take a long time before
the engine shuts down?

•

There are several reasons the engine
stays on for an extended amount of
time when you first start it. One
common reason is to make sure that
the emissions components are warm
enough to minimize tailpipe emission.
As the climate gets cooler, the
engine-on time is extended.

Why does my engine stay on when
it is extremely cold outside?

•

In order to make sure that the climate
control system can begin heating the
cabin or defrosting the windshield as
soon as a driver requests it, the engine
coolant temperature has to be kept
sufficiently hot. Keeping the engine on
is required to maintain the correct
coolant temperature.

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PLUG-IN HYBRID ELECTRIC
VEHICLE INFORMATION

WHAT IS A PLUG-IN HYBRID
ELECTRIC VEHICLE

A plug-in hybrid electric vehicle combines
a gasoline engine with an electric motor
and rechargeable high voltage battery
allowing you to use only electricity to
power your vehicle.

HOW DOES A PLUG-IN HYBRID
ELECTRIC VEHICLE WORK

Charging your vehicle adds electrical
energy that propels the vehicle. Regularly
plug in your vehicle to get optimal
electric-only range capability from the high
voltage battery. The system maximizes the
use of electric-only operation in normal
drive mode whenever possible. System
conditions could require the engine to
operate when necessary.

When the electric-only range reaches zero,
the powertrain system switches to hybrid
operation. This means that you have
depleted the energy you gained from
plugging in and charging your vehicle. Both
the gasoline engine and electric motor
power your vehicle and maximize fuel
economy during hybrid operation. You
receive some electric-only driving with
hybrid operation as the powertrain system
maintains the high voltage battery charge
within functional limits.

PLUG-IN HYBRID ELECTRIC
VEHICLE DRIVING
CHARACTERISTICS

The gasoline engine starts and stops to
provide power when required and to save
fuel when not needed. Restarting your
vehicle is not required. Simply step on the
accelerator when you are ready to drive.
When coasting at low speeds, coming to
a stop or standing, the gas engine normally
shuts down and your vehicle operates in
electric-only mode.

Conditions that may cause the gasoline
engine to start or remain running include:
•

Considerable vehicle acceleration.

•

Driving uphill.

•

The high voltage battery charge level
is low.

•

Heating or cooling the vehicle interior
in high or low outside temperatures.

•

The gasoline engine is below normal
operating temperature.

•

Towing a trailer.

•

Certain drive modes could cause the
engine to run. See

Drive Mode

Control

(page 273).

Note:

Having your engine running is not

always an indication of inefficiency. In some
cases, it is actually more efficient than
driving in electric mode.

Your plug-in hybrid electric vehicle has
several EV drive modes to enhance your
driving experience.

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You could also notice that your engine
continues to run instead of shutting off
during extended downhill driving. The
engine stays on during this engine braking
but is not using any fuel.

You could also hear a slight whine or
whistle when operating your vehicle. This
is the normal operation of the electric
motor in the hybrid system.

PLUG-IN HYBRID ELECTRIC
VEHICLE INDICATORS

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When you start your vehicle, a
green ready indicator light
appears in the instrument cluster

letting you know that your vehicle is ready
for driving.

The engine may not start because your
vehicle has a silent key start feature. This
fuel saving feature allows your vehicle to
be ready to drive without requiring the gas
engine to be running.

The indicator remains on when your vehicle
is on, whether the engine is running or not,
to indicate your vehicle is capable of
movement using the electric motor, gas
engine or both.

Typically, the engine does not start unless
the vehicle is cold, a climate control
change is requested or you press the
accelerator pedal.

WHAT IS LOW ENGINE USE MODE

Low engine use mode maintains proper
engine lubrication at sufficient temperature
and activates when you drive your vehicle
with limited engine operation.

HOW DOES LOW ENGINE USE
MODE WORK

When in low engine use mode, your vehicle
runs the engine as necessary. When low
engine use mode begins, a message
appears in the information display. If low
engine use mode does not complete
before you switch your vehicle off, it
continues the next time you start your
vehicle and the message reappears.

Note:

EV Now mode is not available when

in low engine use mode.

Note:

Cold temperatures affect the engine

warm up time and the low engine use mode
may operate more frequently.

Note:

An oil change is not required but gives

you the option of not running a low engine
use cycle. Resetting the oil life monitoring
system suspends the low engine use mode.

PLUG-IN HYBRID ELECTRIC
VEHICLE INFORMATION –
TROUBLESHOOTING

PLUG-IN HYBRID ELECTRIC
VEHICLE INFORMATION –
WARNING LAMPS

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Illuminates if your vehicle's
electrical system requires service
to identify the cause for your

vehicle to shut down or enter a limited
operating mode. A message may appear
in the instrument cluster display. Have
your vehicle checked as soon as possible.

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PLUG-IN HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE INFORMATION – INFORMATION
MESSAGES

Action

Message

Your vehicle needs confirmation that you
unplugged it before allowing a start. You
must make sure your vehicle is unplugged
and you respond to the message prompt
before starting your vehicle.

Vehicle Plugged In ? Yes No

Your vehicle detects it is still plugged in
after you attempt to start it.

Unplug Prior to Starting Vehicle

Your vehicle enables the engine due to the
climate control defrost setting. This is
normal operation.

Engine Enabled Due to Defrost Setting

Select either EV Later or EV Auto to enable
full defrost. The engine may run to provide
more cabin heat.

Change EV mode for full defrost heat

Your vehicle enables the engine for system
performance. This is normal operation.

Engine Enabled for System Performance

You can press OK to enable the engine
temporarily for increased performance
when in EV Now mode.

Press OK to Enable Engine

Displays when in neutral gear with the
vehicle on. Shift out of neutral to maintain
full vehicle function.

In Neutral Depletes HV Battery, Shift Out

of Neutral for Full Vehicle Function

Displays when a malfunction occurs in the
high voltage electric system. Stop your
vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. Have
your vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Stop Safely Now

POWER FLOW

WHAT IS POWER FLOW

The power flow shows how power is being
used in the vehicle and also displays
reasons for engine operation.

HOW DOES POWER FLOW WORK
- FULL HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE
(FHEV)

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The power flow information for
your hybrid vehicle is available
through the home screen or

under Apps.

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