Ford Explorer (2024 year). Manual in english

POWER WINDOWS

WARNING:

Do not leave children

unattended in your vehicle and do not
let them play with the power windows.
Failure to follow this instruction could
result in personal injury.

WARNING:

When closing the

power windows, verify they are free of
obstruction and make sure that children
and pets are not in the proximity of the
window openings.

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Note:

You may hear a pulsing noise when

just one of the windows is open. Lower the
opposite window slightly to reduce this
noise.

Press the switch to open the window.

Lift the switch to close the window.

One-Touch Down

Note:

One-touch down applies to the front

windows only.

Press the switch fully and release it. Press
again or lift it to stop the window.

One-Touch Up

Note:

One-touch up applies to the front

windows only.

Lift the switch fully and release it. Press or
lift it again to stop the window.

Resetting One-Touch Up

Start the engine.

Lift and hold the window switch until
you fully close the door window.
Continue to hold the switch for a few
seconds after you close the window.

2. Release the window switch.

3. Press and hold the window switch until

you fully open the door window.

4. Release the window switch.

5. Lift and hold the window switch until

you fully close the window.

6. Test for correct window operation by

carrying out the one-touch down and
one-touch up features.

Bounce-Back

The window will stop automatically while
closing. It reverses some distance if there
is an obstacle in the way.

Overriding the Bounce-Back Feature

WARNING:

If you override

bounce-back, the window does not
reverse if it detects an obstacle. Take
care when closing the windows to avoid
personal injury or damage to your
vehicle.

The window stops if you release the switch
before the window fully closes. Pull up the
window switch and hold within a few
seconds of the window reaching the
bounce-back position. The window travels
up with no bounce-back protection.

Windows and Mirrors

Window Lock

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Press the control to lock or unlock the rear
window controls. It illuminates when you
lock the rear window controls.

Accessory Delay

You can use the window switches for
several minutes after you switch the
ignition off or until you open either front
door.

EXTERIOR MIRRORS

Power Exterior Mirrors

WARNING:

Do not adjust the

mirrors when your vehicle is moving. This
could result in the loss of control of your
vehicle, serious personal injury or death.

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Left-hand mirror.

Adjustment control.

Right-hand mirror.

To adjust your mirrors, switch your vehicle
on with the ignition in accessory mode or
the engine running and then:
1.

Select the mirror you want to adjust.
The control lights.

2. Use the adjustment control to adjust

the position of the mirror.

3. Press the mirror control again. The

control light turns off.

Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors

Push the mirror toward the door window
glass. Make sure that you fully engage the
mirror in its support when returning it to its
original position.

Heated Exterior Mirrors

(If Equipped)

See

Heated Exterior Mirrors

(page 104).

Integrated Blind Spot Mirror

WARNING:

Objects in the mirror

are closer than they appear.

Windows and Mirrors

Blind spot mirrors have an integrated
convex mirror built into the upper outboard
corner of the exterior mirrors. They can
assist you by increasing visibility along the
side of your vehicle.

Check the main mirror first before a lane
change, then check the blind spot mirror.
If no vehicles are present in the blind spot
mirror and the traffic in the adjacent lane
is at a safe distance, signal that you are
going to change lanes. Glance over your
shoulder to verify traffic is clear, and
carefully change lanes.

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The image of the approaching vehicle is
small and near the inboard edge of the
main mirror when it is at a distance. The
image becomes larger and begins to move
outboard across the main mirror as the
vehicle approaches (A). The image
transitions from the main mirror and begins
to appear in the blind spot mirror as the
vehicle approaches (B). The vehicle
transitions to your peripheral field of view
as it leaves the blind spot mirror (C).

Blind Spot Information System

(If

Equipped)

See

Blind Spot Information System

(page 165).

INTERIOR MIRROR

WARNING:

Do not adjust the

mirrors when your vehicle is moving. This
could result in the loss of control of your
vehicle, serious personal injury or death.

Note:

Do not clean the mirror housing or

glass with harsh abrasives, fuel or other
petroleum-based cleaning products.

You can adjust the interior mirror to your
preference. Some mirrors also have a
second pivot point. This lets you move the
mirror head up or down and from side to
side.

Manual Dimming Mirror

Pull the tab below the mirror toward you
to reduce the effect of bright light from
behind.

Windows and Mirrors

Automatic Dimming Mirror

(If Equipped)

Note:

Do not block the sensors on the front

and back of the mirror. A rear center
passenger or raised rear center head
restraint may also block light from reaching
the sensor.

The mirror dims to reduce the effect of
bright light from behind. It returns to
normal when the bright light from behind
is no longer present or if you shift into
reverse (R).

SUN VISORS

Slide-on-rod

(If Equipped)

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Rotate the sun visor toward the side
window and extend it rearward for extra
shade.

Windows and Mirrors

GAUGES

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Tachometer.

Information display.

Speedometer.

Fuel gauge.

Engine coolant temperature gauge.

Information Display

Information that appears depends on your
vehicle settings. See

General

Information

(page 84).

Speedometer

Your vehicle is shipped with a certified
digital speedometer and analog gauge. If
your local procedures require calibration,
utilize the distance per time on-road test
or a radar-based speed test. If a
dynamometer calibration is required,
reference the calibration procedure found
at www.Fleet.Ford.com or check OASIS
for updated information.

Fuel Gauge

The fuel gauge indicates about how much
fuel is in the fuel tank.

The arrow adjacent to the fuel pump
symbol indicates on which side of your
vehicle the fuel filler door is located.

Note:

The fuel gauge may vary slightly

when your vehicle is moving or on a slope.

Low Fuel Reminder

A low fuel level reminder displays and
sounds when the distance to empty
reaches 50 mi (80 km), 25 mi (40 km),
10 mi (20 km) and 0 mi (0 km) for all
vehicle keys.

Instrument Cluster

Note:

The low fuel reminder can appear at

different fuel gauge positions depending on
fuel economy conditions. This variation is
normal.

Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge

Indicates engine coolant temperature. At
normal operating temperature, the level
indicator will be in the normal range. If the
engine coolant temperature exceeds the
normal range, stop your vehicle as soon as
safely possible, switch off the engine and
let the engine cool.

WARNING:

Do not remove the

coolant reservoir cap when the engine is
on or the cooling system is hot. Wait 10
minutes for the cooling system to cool
down. Cover the coolant reservoir cap
with a thick cloth to prevent the
possibility of scalding and slowly remove
the cap. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury.

WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS

The following warning lamps and
indicators alert you to a vehicle condition
that can become serious. Some lamps
illuminate when you start your vehicle to
make sure they work. If any lamps remain
on after starting your vehicle, refer to the
respective system warning lamp for further
information.

Note:

Some warning indicators appear in

the information display and function the
same as a warning lamp, but do not display
when you start your vehicle.

Anti-Lock Braking System

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If it illuminates when you are
driving, this indicates a system
error. You continue to have the

normal braking (without ABS) unless the
brake system warning lamp also
illuminates. Have the system checked as
soon as possible.

Battery

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If it illuminates while driving, it
indicates a system error. Switch
off all unnecessary electrical

equipment and immediately have the
system checked.

Blind Spot Monitor

(If Equipped)

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Illuminates when you switch this
feature off or in conjunction with
a message. See

Blind Spot

Information System

(page 165).

Brake System Warning Lamp

WARNING:

Driving your vehicle

with the warning lamp on is dangerous.
A significant decrease in braking
performance may occur. It may take you
longer to stop your vehicle. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Driving extended distances with the
parking brake engaged can cause brake
failure and the risk of personal injury.

Note:

Indicators vary depending on region.

This lamp is a dual function lamp and
illuminates when:

•

You apply the parking brake with the
ignition on.

•

Your vehicle has a brake fault or low
brake fluid level, regardless of parking
brake position.

Instrument Cluster

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If the lamp illuminates when you
are moving, you may have the
parking brake applied. Make sure
the parking brake is off. Have
your vehicle checked as soon as
possible if the lamp continues to

illuminate.

Cruise Control

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Illuminates when you switch this
feature on.

Deep Snow and Sand

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Illuminates when you switch this
feature on.

Direction Indicator

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Illuminates when you switch on
the left or right direction
indicator or the hazard flasher. If

the indicators stay on or flash faster, check
for a burned out bulb. See

Changing a

Bulb

(page 236).

Door Ajar

Illuminates when the ignition is
on and any door is not
completely closed.

Electric Park Brake

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Illuminates or flashes when the
electric parking brake has a
system error. See

Electric

Parking Brake

(page 151).

Engine or Motor Coolant
Temperature

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Illuminates when the engine
coolant temperature is high.
Stop your vehicle as soon as

possible, switch off the engine and let it
cool. See

Engine Coolant Check

(page

222).

Engine Oil

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If it illuminates with the engine
running or when you are driving,
this indicates a system error.

Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so and switch the engine off. Check the
engine oil level. See

Engine Oil Check

(page 219).

Note:

Do not resume your journey if it

illuminates despite the level being correct.
Immediately have the system checked.

Fasten Seatbelt

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Illuminates and a tone sounds
to remind you to fasten your
seatbelt. See

Seatbelt

Reminder

(page 37).

Front Airbag

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If it fails to illuminate when you
start your vehicle, continues to
flash or remains on, it indicates

there is a system error.

High Beam

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Illuminates when you switch the
high beam headlamps on. It
flashes when you use the

headlamp flasher.

Instrument Cluster

High Voltage Electric System
Failure

(If Equipped)

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It illuminates if your hybrid
electric vehicle has an electrical
component fault or failure that

causes your vehicle to shutdown or enter
a limited operating mode. A message can
appear in the instrument cluster display.

Hood Ajar

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Illuminates when the ignition is
on and the hood is not
completely closed.

Lamps On

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Illuminates when you switch the
low beam headlamps or the
parking lamps on.

Liftgate Ajar

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Illuminates when the liftgate is
not completely closed.

Liftgate Lock Release

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Illuminates when the rear liftgate
mechanism remains unlocked
for a short time before timing

out, permitting access the cargo area.

Low Beam Warning

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Illuminates when the low beam
headlamp bulb is not properly
functioning.

Low Fuel Level

Illuminates when the fuel level
is low or the fuel tank is nearly
empty. Refuel as soon as

possible.

Low Tire Pressure Warning

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Illuminates when your tire
pressure is low. If the lamp
remains on with the engine

running or when driving, check your tire
pressure as soon as possible.

It also momentarily illuminates when you
switch the ignition on to confirm the lamp
is functional. If it does not illuminate when
you switch the ignition on, or begins to
flash at any time, have the system checked
as soon as possible.

Low Washer Fluid

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Illuminates when the windshield
washer fluid is low.

Police Engine Idle feature

(If Equipped)

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Illuminates when the police
engine idle feature is armed and
active.

Police Perimeter Alert

(If Equipped)

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Illuminates when the police
perimeter security feature has
been activated.

Police Pursuit Mode

(If Equipped)

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Illuminates when police pursuit
mode is active.

Powertrain Fault

Illuminates when the system
detects a powertrain or an AWD
fault. Contact an authorized

dealer as soon as possible.

Instrument Cluster

Pre-Collision Assist

(If Equipped)

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Illuminates when you switch this
feature off or when the feature
is unavailable.

Ready to Drive

(If Equipped)

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Illuminates when you have
switched on your hybrid electric
vehicle and it is ready to drive. A

corresponding message can appear stating
ready to drive.

Service Engine Soon

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It illuminates when you switch
the ignition on prior to engine
start to check the bulb and to

indicate whether your vehicle is ready for
inspection and maintenance (I/M) testing.

Normally, it illuminates until the engine is
cranked and automatically turns off if no
system errors are present. However, if after
15 seconds it flashes eight times, this
indicates that your vehicle is not ready for
inspection and maintenance (I/M) testing.
See

Catalytic Converter

(page 137).

If it illuminates when the engine is running
this indicates a system error. The on board
diagnostics system has detected an error
in the vehicle emission control system.

If it flashes, engine misfire can be occurring.
Continuing to drive your vehicle can cause
reduced power or the engine to stop.
Failure to respond to the warning lamp can
cause component damage not covered by
the vehicle warranty. Have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible.

Stability Control

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It flashes when the system is
active. If it remains illuminated
or does not illuminate when you

switch the ignition on, this indicates a
system error. During a system error the
system switches off. Immediately have the
system checked. See

Using Stability

Control

(page 156).

Stability Control Off

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Illuminates when you switch the
system off. It goes out when you
switch the system back on or

when you switch the ignition off. See

Using Stability Control

(page 156).

AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS

Key in Ignition Warning Chime

Sounds when you open the driver's door
and you have left the key in the ignition.

Headlamps On Warning Chime

Sounds when you remove the key from the
ignition and open the driver's door and you
have left the headlamps or parking lamps
on.

Parking Brake On Warning Chime

Sounds when you have left the parking
brake on and drive your vehicle. If the
warning chime remains on after you have
released the parking brake, have the
system checked by your authorized dealer
immediately.

Instrument Cluster

GENERAL INFORMATION

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.

You can control various systems on your
vehicle using the quick action menu (QAM)
buttons on the right-hand side of the
steering wheel. The information display
provides the corresponding information.

Information Display Controls

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Return button.

OK button.

Menu button.

Return Button

Use the return button to go back or to exit.

Button

Use the

button to make a selection.

You can also use it to scroll through a
menu.

Menu Button

Use the menu button on the main screen
to display the submenu.

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This icon gives you the ability to
switch a feature on or off. A
check in the box indicates the

feature is on, and unchecked indicates the
feature is off.

Note:

Some menus may show features

used in different models, some may appear
different to you on your vehicle.

Information Displays

Trip 1

Trip 2

Select Your Setting

Reset Individual Values

Select Your Setting

Configure View

•

Trip Odometer - Registers the distance traveled of individual journeys or the total
distance since the function was last reset.

•

Trip Timer - Registers the elapsed time of individual journeys or the total time since
the function was last reset.

•

Average Fuel - Indicates the average fuel consumption of individual journeys or the
average fuel consumption since the function was last reset.

•

Average Speed - Indicates the average vehicle speed of individual journeys or the
average vehicle speed since the function was last reset.

•

Distance to Empty - Indicates the approximate distance your vehicle can travel on
the fuel remaining in the tank. Changes in driving pattern can cause the value to not
only decrease but also increase or stay constant for periods of time.

Note:

Press and hold the

button on the controls on the steering wheel to reset your trip

information.

MyView

Range Indication

Power Charge Gauge

Fuel Economy

Trip/Audio

Calm Screen

Navigation

Menu options covered in the SYNC chapter. See

General Information

(page 310).

Information Displays

Audio

Menu options covered in the SYNC chapter. See

General Information

(page 310).

Phone

Menu options covered in the SYNC chapter. See

General Information

(page 310).

Settings

Contains vehicle status information.
Select Your Setting.

Information

Select Your Setting

Language

Display

Measure unit

Temperature unit

Tire Pressure

Select Your Setting

Driver Assistance

Select Your Setting

Alarm system

Vehicle Settings

Chimes

DTE Calculation

Lighting

Locks

Select Your Setting

Wipers

Oil Level

Vehicle Maintenance

Oil Life

Brake Fluid Life

Tire Pressure

Information Displays

INFORMATION MESSAGES

Note:

Depending on your vehicle options

and instrument cluster type, not all of the
messages display or are available. The
system abbreviates certain messages
depending upon which cluster type you
have.

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Press the

button to acknowledge and

remove some messages from the
information display. Other messages will
be automatically removed after a short
time.

Certain messages need to be confirmed
before you can access the menus.

AWD

Action

Message

The all wheel drive system has automatically disabled itself due to

the system overheating.

AWD Temporarily

Disabled

The all wheel drive system is locking up the torque transfer clutch

to help reduce clutch temperature.

AWD Temporarily

Locked

Displays when the system automatically disables to protect itself.

This could be caused by operating your vehicle with a mini spare

tire installed, if the system detects dissimilar size tires, or if there is

an issue with another vehicle system preventing AWD operation.

The system resumes normal operation and clears this message

after you cycle the ignition on and off and drive a short distance

with the road tire re-installed or after the other vehicle system issues

are resolved.

AWD OFF

Displays after the system cools and the all wheel drive system

resumes normal function.

AWD Restored

Information Displays

Action

Message

The all wheel drive system is not properly operating and the

powertrain fault indicator illuminates. If the warning stays illumin-

ated or continues to illuminate, have the system checked as soon

as possible.

AWD Fault Service

Required

Displayed when the transfer case fluid requires service.

Change AWD

Power Transfer

Unit Lube

Displayed when the transfer case fluid has been changed and reset

to new.

AWD Power

Transfer Unit Lube

Set to New

AdvanceTrac™ and Traction Control

Action

Message

The system detects a condition that requires service. Have the

system checked as soon as possible.

Service Advan-

ceTrac

The status of the AdvanceTrac system after you switch it off.

AdvanceTrac Off

The status of the AdvanceTrac system after you switch it on.

AdvanceTrac On

The system is off while your vehicle is in 4x4 low.

AdvanceTrac OFF

in 4x4 LOW

The status of the AdvanceTrac sport mode after you switch it on.

AdvanceTrac

SPORT MODE

The status of the traction control system after you switch it off.

Traction Control

Off

The status of the traction control system after you switch it on.

Traction Control

Alarm

Action

Message

Alarm triggered due to unauthorized entry. See

Anti-Theft Alarm

(page 63).

Vehicle Alarm To

Stop Alarm, Start

Vehicle.

Information Displays

Battery and Charging System

Action

Message

The charging system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or

continues to come on, have the system checked as soon as possible.

Check Charging

System

The charging system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or

continues to come on have the system checked as soon as possible.

Charging System

Service Soon

The charging system needs servicing. Have the system checked as

soon as possible.

Charging System

Service Now

The battery management system determines that the 12V battery

is at a low state of charge. Start the engine to charge the battery

or charge the battery using an aftermarket battery charger. This

message clears once you restart your vehicle and the battery state

of charge has recovered.

Battery State of

Charge Low

The battery management system determines that the battery is at

a low state of charge. Turn the ignition off as soon as possible to

protect the battery. This message will clear once your vehicle has

been started and the battery state of charge has recovered. Turning

off unnecessary electrical loads will allow faster battery state-of-

charge recovery.

Turn Power Off To

Save Battery

Displays when the battery management system detects an

extended low-voltage condition. Various vehicle features will be

disabled to help preserve the battery. Turn off as many of the

electrical loads as soon as possible to improve system voltage. If

the system voltage has recovered, the disabled features will operate

again as normal.

Low Battery

Features Tempor-

arily Turned Off

Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System

Action

Message

A system error has occurred. Have the system checked as soon as

possible.

Blind Spot System

Fault

The system sensors are blocked. See

Blind Spot Information

System

(page 165).

Blind Spot Not

Available Sensor

Blocked See

Manual

The system detects a vehicle and automatically applied the brakes.

Cross Traffic Alert

Applying Brakes

Information Displays

Action

Message

The blind spot information system and cross traffic alert system

sensors are blocked. See

Cross Traffic Alert

(page 168).

Cross Traffic Not
Available Sensor

Blocked See

Manual

A system error has occurred. Have the system checked as soon as

possible.

Cross Traffic

System Fault

The system automatically turns off and displays this message when

you connect a trailer to your vehicle that does not have a trailer

blind spot system or when you switch the trailer blind spot system
off through the information display. See

Cross Traffic Alert

(page

168).

Cross Traffic Alert

Deactivated Trailer

Attached

The system automatically turns off and displays this message when

you connect a trailer to your vehicle that does not have a trailer

blind spot system or when you switch the trailer blind spot system
off through the information display. See

Blind Spot Information

System

(page 165).

Blind Spot Alert

Deactivated Trailer

Attached

Doors and Locks

Action

Message

The driver door is not completely closed.

Driver Door Ajar

The passenger door is not completely closed.

Passenger Door

Ajar

The rear left door is not completely closed.

Rear Left Door Ajar

The rear right door is not completely closed.

Rear Right Door

Ajar

The liftgate is not completely closed.

Liftgate Ajar

The hood is not completely closed.

Hood Ajar

The system has disabled the door switches.

Switches Inhibited

Security Mode

Displays when the door lock is turned on and you attempt to open

the door.

Doors Locked

Unlock Before

Opening

Information Displays

Action

Message

Indicates a driver door fault that requires manually opening the
door by the override lever. Have the system checked as soon as

possible.

Driver Door Fault

Use Inside Over-

ride Lever In Map

Pocket

Indicates a fault with the electronic door system. Have the system

checked as soon as possible.

Door Fault Service

Required

There is a system malfunction with the child locks. Have the system

checked as soon as possible.

Child Lock

Malfunction

Service Required

Indicates that the rear seat interior door release switches and power

windows are switched off, preventing rear seat occupants from

opening the doors or windows.

Child Lock ON

Indicates that the rear seat interior door release switches and power
windows are switched on, allowing the rear seat occupants to open

the doors and windows.

Child Lock OFF

The factory keypad code displays in the information display after

the system resets the keypad. See

Anti-Theft Alarm

(page 63).

Factory Keypad

Code {X X X X X}

Fuel

Action

Message

An early reminder of a low fuel condition.

Fuel Level Low

Check to make sure you properly closed the fuel fill inlet.

Check Fuel Fill

Inlet

Wait for up to 15 seconds while the fuel system depressurizes.

Fuel Door Opening

The fuel system has finished depressurizing and you can begin to

refuel.

Fuel Door Open

A reminder to close the fuel door. Failure to follow this instruction

can cause the check engine light to illuminate.

Close Fuel Door to

Avoid ""Check
Engine"" Light

There is an error in attempting to refill your vehicle.

Refuel Error See

Manual

Information Displays

Hill Start Assist

Action

Message

Hill start assist is not available. Have the system checked as soon

as possible. See

Hill Start Assist

(page 153).

Hill Start Assist

Not Available

Maintenance

Action

Message

Stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine.
Check the oil level. If the warning stays on or continues to come on

with your engine running, have the system checked as soon as

possible.

Low Engine Oil

Pressure

The engine oil life is low and needs to be changed soon.

Change Engine Oil

Soon

The engine oil life is low and needs to be immediately changed.

Oil Change

Required

The brake fluid level is low and the brake system should be imme-

diately inspected. See

Brake Fluid Check

(page 227).

Brake Fluid Level

Low

The brake system needs servicing. Stop your vehicle in a safe place.

Have the system checked.

Check Brake

System

The engine coolant temperature is excessively high.

Engine Coolant

Over Temperature

The washer fluid is low and needs to be refilled.

Washer Fluid Level

Low

Indicates that your vehicle is still in Transport mode. This may not

allow some features to properly operate. Have the system checked

as soon as possible.

Transport Mode

Contact Dealer

Indicates that your vehicle is still in Factory mode. This may not

allow some features to properly operate. Have the system checked

as soon as possible.

Factory Mode

Contact Dealer

Informs the driver that the powertrain needs service due to a

powertrain malfunction.

See Manual

The engine has reduced power to help reduce high engine temper-

ature.

Power Reduced to

Lower Engine

Temp

Information Displays

Action

Message

The brake system has reduced stopping power.

Brake Applied

Power Reduced

The brake system has reduced stopping power.

Brake Applied

Power Reduced

The motor electronics are overheating. Stop your vehicle as soon
as safely possible, turn off your vehicle and let it cool. If the warning
stays on or continues to come on, have your vehicle checked as
soon as possible.

Motor Coolant

Over Temperature

Park Aid

Action

Message

The system detects a fault that requires service. Have your vehicle

checked as soon as possible.

Check Front Park

Aid

The system detects a fault that requires service. Have your vehicle

checked as soon as possible.

Check Rear Park

Aid

The radar is blocked due to bad weather, ice, mud or water in front

of radar. You can typically clean the sensor to resolve. See

Rear

Parking Aid

(page 157).

Rear Park Aid Not

Available Sensor

Blocked See

Manual

The radar is blocked due to bad weather, ice, mud or water in front

of radar. You can typically clean the sensor to resolve.

Front Park Aid Not

Available Sensor

Blocked See

Manual

The radar is blocked due to bad weather, ice, mud or water in front

of radar. You can typically clean the sensor to resolve. See

Prin-

ciple of Operation

(page 157).

Park Aid Not Avail-

able Sensor

Blocked See

Manual

Displays the park aid status.

Front Park Aid On

Off

Displays the park aid status.

Rear Park Aid On

Off

Information Displays

Park Brake

Action

Message

The parking brake is set, the engine is running and you drive your

vehicle more than 3 mph (5 km/h). If the warning stays on after the

parking brake is released, have the system checked as soon as

possible.

Park Brake

Engaged

The electric parking brake is set and a manual release is attempted

without the brake pedal being pressed.

To Release: Press
Brake and Switch

The electric parking brake is set and an automatic release is

attempted but cannot be performed. Perform a manual release.

Park Brake Use

Switch to Release

The electric parking brake is set and your vehicle speed exceeds

3 mph (5 km/h). Release park brake before continued driving.

Release Park

Brake

The electric parking brake is not fully applied.

Park Brake Not

Applied

The electric parking brake is not fully released.

Park Brake Not

Released

The electric parking brake system has been put into a special mode

that is used to allow service of the rear brakes. Have the system

checked as soon as possible.

Park Brake Main-

tenance Mode

The electric park brake system has detected a condition that

requires service. Some functionality can still be available. Have the

system checked as soon as possible.

Park Brake Limited

Function Service

Required

The electric parking brake system has detected a condition that

requires service. Have the system checked as soon as possible.

Park Brake

Malfunction

Service Now

Numerous park brake applies have overheated the system. Wait 2

minutes before attempting to apply again.

Park Brake System

Overheated

Information Displays

Police Engine Idle feature

Action

Message

Displayed when the Police Engine Idle feature conditions are not

correct for proper operation.

Police Engine Idle

Not Available

Displayed when there is a fault detected in the Police Engine Idle

feature and the system is not active.

Police Engine Idle

Fault

Displayed when there is a fault detected in the Police Engine Idle

feature and the system is active.

Police Engine Idle

Fault Restart

Engine

Displayed when the Police Engine Idle feature is active.

Police Engine Idle

Active Reinsert

Key or Press

Button

Power Steering

Action

Message

The power steering system has detected a condition that requires

service. Have the system checked as soon as possible.

Steering Fault

Service Now

The power steering system is not working. Stop your vehicle in a

safe place. Have the system checked as soon as possible.

Steering Loss Stop

Safely

The power steering system has detected a condition within the

power steering system or passive entry or passive start system that

requires service. Have the system checked as soon as possible.

Steering Assist

Fault Service

Required

The steering lock system has detected a condition that requires

service. Have the system checked as soon as possible.

Steering Lock

Malfunction

Service Now

Information Displays

Pre-Collision Assist

Action

Message

You have a blocked sensor due to inclement weather, ice, mud or
water in front of the radar sensor. You can typically clean the sensor
to resolve.

Pre-Collision

Assist Not Avail-

able Sensor

Blocked

A fault with the system has occurred. Have the system checked as
soon as possible.

Pre-Collision

Assist Not Avail-

able

Seats

Action

Message

Objects are by the passenger seat. After you move the objects away
from the seat, if the warning stays on or continues to come on, have

the system checked as soon as possible.

Occupant Sensor

BLOCKED Remove

Objects Near

Passenger Seat

Starting System

Action

Message

Displays when starting your vehicle as a reminder to apply the brake.

To START Press

Brake

Displays when the starter has exceeded its cranking time in

attempting to start your vehicle.

Cranking Time

Exceeded

Displays when the starter is attempting to start your vehicle.

Engine Start

Pending Please

Wait

Displays when the pending start has been cancelled.

Pending Start

Cancelled

Your vehicle is ready to drive.

Ready to Drive

Information Displays

Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Action

Message

One or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure. See

Tire

Pressure Monitoring System

(page 266).

Tire Pressure Low

The tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning. If the warning
stays on or continues to come on, have the system checked as soon

as possible. See

Tire Pressure Monitoring System

(page 266).

Tire Pressure

Monitor Fault

A tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use.

For more information on how the system operates under these

conditions, See

Tire Pressure Monitoring System

(page 266). If

the warning stays on or continues to come on, have the system

checked as soon as possible.

Tire Pressure

Sensor Fault

Trailer

Action

Message

A correct trailer connection is sensed during

a given ignition cycle.

Trailer Connected

A trailer connection becomes either inten-

tionally or unintentionally disconnected and

has been sensed during a given ignition

cycle.

Trailer Disconnected

The trailer sway control has detected trailer

sway.

Trailer Sway Reduce Speed

There are certain faults in your vehicle

wiring and trailer wiring/brake system. See

Towing a Trailer

(page 182).

Trailer Wiring Fault

There is a fault with your trailer turn lamp.

Check your lamp.

Trailer Left Turn Lamps Fault Check Lamps

There is a fault with your trailer turn lamp.

Check your lamp.

Trailer Right Turn Lamps Fault Check

Lamps

There is a fault with your trailer battery.

See

Towing a Trailer

(page 182).

Trailer Battery Not Charging See Manual

There is a fault with your vehicle trailer

lighting module. See

Towing a Trailer

(page 182).

Trailer Lighting Module Fault See Manual

Information Displays

Transmission

Action

Message

You switched the engine off and shift select lever is in any position

other than park (P).

Shift to Park

Transmission is too cold. Wait for it to warm up before you drive.

Transmission

Warming Up

Please Wait

Displays when the brake pedal needs to be depressed.

Press Brake Pedal

The transmission is overheating and needs to cool. Stop in a safe

place as soon as possible.

Transmission Over

Temperature Stop

Safely

Have the system checked as soon as possible.

Transmission

Service Required

The transmission is overheating and needs to cool. Stop in a safe

place as soon as possible.

Transmission Too

Hot Press Brake

The transmission has limited functionality. Have the system

checked as soon as possible.

Transmission

Limited Function

See Manual

A reminder to shift into park. In addition, this message is typical

after reconnecting or recharging the battery until you cycle the

ignition to the on mode. See

Changing the 12V Battery

(page

228).

Transmission Not

in Park

Displays when there is a system fault and the park brake needs to

be depressed before exiting your vehicle. Have the system checked

as soon as possible.

SHIFT SYS FAULT

Confirm Park

Brake Apply Before

Exiting the Vehicle

Have the system checked as soon as possible.

SHIFT SYS FAULT

Service Required

Displays when there is a system fault while your vehicle is shifting

to park. Have the system checked as soon as possible.

SHIFT SYS FAULT

Vehicle is Shifting

to Park

Displays when there is a system fault while your vehicle is shifting

to reverse. Have the system checked as soon as possible.

SHIFT SYS FAULT

Reverse Unavail-

able Service

Required

Information Displays

Action

Message

Have the system checked as soon as possible.

SHIFT SYS FAULT

Drive Unavailable

Select S for Drive

Service Required

Have the system checked as soon as possible.

SHIFT SYS FAULT

Neutral Unavail-

able Service

Required

Have the system checked as soon as possible.

SHIFT SYS FAULT
Sport Unavailable

Service Required

Displays when an invalid gear has been selected.

Invalid Gear Selec-

tion

Displays when the brake pedal needs to be depressed to enable

the transmission to shift from park.

Depress Brake to

Shift from Park

Reminder to switch off the ignition while in neutral tow.

Neutral Tow

Engaged Turn Igni-
tion Off for Towing

Displays when neutral hold is active and you want to exit neutral

tow.

Neutral Tow

Engaged Depress

Brake and Select

Park to Exit

Neutral Tow

Reminder to remove park brake while in neutral tow.

Neutral Tow

Remove Park

Brake for Towing

Displays when the neutral tow is off.

Neutral Tow

Disengaged

Displays when neutral tow is on.

Neutral Tow

Enabled Leave

Transmission in

Neutral

Information Displays

AUTOMATIC CLIMATE
CONTROL

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Note:

Depending on your vehicle option

package, the controls may look different
from what you see here.

Note:

You can switch temperature units

between Fahrenheit and Celsius.

Note:

For Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) and

Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV)
vehicles, the air conditioning compressor
may run, and you may feel airflow when the
climate control is off to provide cooling to
the battery.

Directing the Airflow

Press and release the button to
direct airflow to the windshield
air vents and de-mister.

E244097

Press and release the button to
direct airflow to the instrument
panel air vents.

E244098

Press and release the button to
direct airflow to the footwell air
vents.

You can direct air through any combination
of these air vents.

Setting the Blower Motor Speed

Press and release + or - to adjust
the volume of air circulated in
the vehicle.

Setting the Temperature

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Press the buttons on the left-hand side of
the climate control to set the left-hand
temperature.

Note:

This control also adjusts the

right-hand side temperature when you
switch off dual zone mode.

Press the buttons on the right-hand side
of the climate control to set the right-hand
temperature.

Switching Auto Mode On and Off

Press and release the button to
switch on automatic operation.
Repeatedly press the button to

adjust auto mode.

The system adjusts the blower motor
speed, air distribution, air conditioning
operation, and outside or recirculated air
to reach and maintain the temperature you
have set.

Under high humidity conditions, the system
adjusts the blower motor speed, air
distribution and air conditioning operation
to reduce window fogging.

Note:

The system starts at the previous

setting when you switch on

AUTO

mode.

Note:

You can also switch off dual zone

mode by pressing and holding the button
for more than two seconds.

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Auto Mode Indicator Status

Description

Auto Mode Indicator

Status

One indicator illumin-
ated.

•

The blower motor speed is reduced.
•

Use this setting to minimize the amount of noise from
the blower motor.

•

This setting increases the time taken to cool the
interior.

Two indicators illumin-
ated.

•

The blower motor speed is moderate.

Three indicators illumin-
ated.

•

The blower motor speed is increased.
•

Use this setting to reduce the time taken to cool the
interior.

•

This setting increases the amount of noise from the
blower motor.

Smart Zone - Hybrid Electric Vehicle
(HEV), Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle
(PHEV)

If there is not an occupant in the front
passenger seat, the climate control system
may default to single zone to improve fuel
economy, if you were previously in dual
zone operation. When this occurs, dual
zone turns off and the passenger set point
changes to match the driver set point.

Adjust the passenger set point normally to
use dual zone operation without a
passenger present. The system remains in
dual zone operation until you switch the
vehicle off.

You can disable or re-enable the Smart
Zone feature by pressing and holding
AUTO for more than four seconds. Both
set point displays begin flashing to signify
when the feature disables. The system
returns to previous state after you release
AUTO.

Switching the Air Conditioning On
and Off

Press and release the button.

Use air conditioning with recirculated air
to improve cooling performance and
efficiency.

Note:

In certain conditions, such as

maximum defrost, the air conditioning
compressor may continue to operate even
though you switch off the air conditioning.

Note:

The A/C LED light may turn on and

off based on the temperature setting or the
current conditions.

Switching the Climate Control On
and Off

Press and release the button.

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Switching Maximum Air
Conditioning On and Off

Press and release the button for
maximum cooling.

The driver and passenger temperatures
are set to LO, recirculated air flows through
the instrument panel air vents, air
conditioning turns on and the blower motor
adjusts to the highest speed.

Switching Maximum Defrost On
and Off

Press and release the button for
maximum defrosting.

The driver and passenger temperatures
are set to HI, air flows through the
windshield air vents, and the blower motor
adjusts to the highest speed.

Note:

Depending on your region, air

conditioning turns on.

You can also use this setting to defog and
clear the windshield of a thin covering of
ice.

Note:

To prevent window fogging, you

cannot select recirculated air when
maximum defrost is on.

Note:

The heated rear window also turns

on when you select maximum defrost.

Switching Recirculated Air On and
Off

Press and release the button to
switch between outside air and
recirculated air.

The air currently in the passenger
compartment recirculates. This may
reduce the time needed to cool the interior,
when used with

A/C

, and reduce unwanted

odors from entering your vehicle.

Note:

Recirculated air may turn off, or

prevent you from switching on, in all air flow
modes except

MAX A/C

to reduce the risk

of fogging. Recirculation may also turn on
and off in various air distribution control
combinations to improve heating or cooling
efficiency.

HINTS ON CONTROLLING THE
INTERIOR CLIMATE

General Hints

Note:

Prolonged use of recirculated air may

cause the windows to fog up.

Note:

You may feel a small amount of air

from the footwell air vents regardless of the
air distribution setting.

Note:

To reduce humidity build-up inside

your vehicle, do not drive with the system
switched off or with recirculated air always
switched on.

Note:

Do not place objects under the front

seats as this may interfere with the airflow
to the rear seats.

Note:

Remove any snow, ice or leaves from

the air intake area at the base of the
windshield.

Note:

To improve the time to reach a

comfortable temperature in hot weather,
drive with the windows open until you feel
cold air through the air vents.

Automatic Climate Control

Note:

Adjusting the settings when your

vehicle interior is extremely hot or cold is
not necessary. Automatic mode is best
recommended to maintain set temperature.

Note:

The system adjusts to heat or cool

the interior to the temperature you select
as quickly as possible.

Note:

For the system to function efficiently,

the instrument panel and side air vents
should be fully open.

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Note:

If you select

AUTO

during cold

outside temperatures, the system directs
air flow to the windshield and side window
air vents. In addition, the blower motor may
run at a slower speed until the engine warms
up.

Note:

If you select

AUTO

during hot

temperatures and the inside of the vehicle
is hot, the system uses recirculated air to
maximize interior cooling. Blower motor
speed may also reduce until the air cools.

Quickly Heating the Interior

Press and release

AUTO

2. Adjust the temperature function to the

setting you prefer.

Recommended Settings for
Heating

Press and release

AUTO

2. Adjust the temperature function to the

setting you prefer. Use 72°F (22°C) as
a starting point, then adjust the setting
as necessary.

Quickly Cooling the Interior

Press and release

MAX A/C

Recommended Settings for
Cooling

Press and release

AUTO

2. Adjust the temperature function to the

setting you prefer. Use 72°F (22°C) as
a starting point, then adjust the setting
as necessary.

Defogging the Side Windows in
Cold Weather

Press and release defrost or maximum
defrost.

2. Adjust the temperature control to the

setting you prefer. Use 72°F (22°C) as
a starting point, then adjust the setting
as necessary.

REAR PASSENGER CLIMATE
CONTROLS

(IF EQUIPPED)

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Note:

Depending on your vehicle option

package, the controls may look different
from what you see here.

Directing Air to the Overhead Air

Vents

E244097

Press and release the button to
direct airflow to the overhead air
vents.

Directing Air to the Rear Footwell
Air Vents

E244098

Press and release the button to
direct airflow to rear footwell air
vents.

Rear Climate Control Lock
Indicator

When illuminated, you can only
operate the rear passenger
settings through the front

controls.

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Setting the Rear Blower Motor
Speed

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Turn the control to adjust the volume of
air circulated in the rear passenger
compartment.

Setting the Rear Temperature

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Turn the control to set the temperature in
the rear passenger compartment.

Switching the Rear Climate
Control On and Off

Press and release the button.

Switching the Rear Heated Seats
On and Off

(If Equipped)

HEATED REAR WINDOW

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Press the button to clear the rear
window of thin ice and fog. The
heated rear window turns off

after a short period of time.

Note:

Do not use harsh chemicals, razor

blades or other sharp objects to clean or
remove decals from the inside of the heated
rear window. The vehicle warranty may not
cover damage to the heated rear window
grid lines.

HEATED EXTERIOR MIRRORS

(IF EQUIPPED)

When you switch the heated rear window
on, the heated exterior mirrors turn on.

Note:

Do not remove ice from the mirrors

with a scraper or adjust the mirror glass
when it is frozen in place.

Note:

Do not clean the mirror housing or

glass with harsh abrasives, fuel or other
petroleum-based cleaning products. The
vehicle warranty may not cover damage
caused to the mirror housing or glass.

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SWITCHING THE HEATED
MIRRORS ON AND OFF

(IF

EQUIPPED)

When you switch the heated rear window
on, the heated exterior mirrors turn on.
See

Heated Rear Window

(page 104).

Note:

Do not remove ice from the mirrors

with a scraper or adjust the mirror glass
when it is frozen in place.

Note:

Do not clean the mirror housing or

glass with harsh abrasives, fuel or other
petroleum-based cleaning products. The
vehicle warranty may not cover damage
caused to the mirror housing or glass.

Note:

The engine must be running or your

vehicle must be ready to drive to switch the
system on.

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