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Instrument Cluster

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

Standard instrument cluster

Optional instrument cluster

Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may

become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may

illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.

Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the

bulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, refer to the

respective system warning light for additional information.

Note: Some warning lights will display in the message center as words

and function the same as the warning light.

Note: Depending on which options your vehicle has, some indicators

may not be present in your vehicle.

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Service engine soon: The service

engine soon indicator light

illuminates when the ignition is first

turned to the on position to check

the bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready for

Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. Normally, the service engine soon

light will stay on until the engine is cranked, then turn itself off if no

malfunctions are present. However, if after 15 seconds the service engine

soon light blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not ready for

I/M testing. See the Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M)

testing in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the On Board

Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to On

board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenance and Specifications

chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could

damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid

heavy acceleration and deceleration) and contact your authorized dealer

as soon as possible.

If the light remains on while driving, the temperature of the engine may

be too high; refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and

Specifications chapter.

WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust

temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel

system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly

causing a fire.

Powertrain malfunction indicator: Illuminates when a powertrain, a

4x4 or an AWD fault has been detected. Contact your authorized dealer

as soon as possible.

• Standard instrument cluster

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Brake system warning light: To

confirm the brake system warning

light is functional, it will

momentarily illuminate when the

ignition is turned to the on position

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BRAKE

when the engine is not running, or in a position between on and start, or

by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the on

position. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this

time, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Illumination

after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level. Contact

your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

WARNING: Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning

light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking

performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle.

Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Driving extended

distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and

the risk of personal injury.

Anti-lock brake system: If the

ABS light stays illuminated or

ABS

continues to flash, a malfunction has

been detected. Contact your

authorized dealer as soon as

possible. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light

also is illuminated.

Airbag readiness: If this light fails

to illuminate when the ignition is

turned to on, continues to flash or

remains on, contact your authorized

dealer as soon as possible. A chime will sound when there is a

malfunction in the indicator light.

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Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten

your safety belt. A Belt-Minder௡

chime will also sound to remind you

to fasten your safety belt. Refer to

the Seating and Safety Restraints

chapter to activate/deactivate the Belt-Minder௡ chime feature.

Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly.

If it stays on while the engine is running, there may be a malfunction

with the charging system. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as

possible. This indicates a problem with the electrical system or a related

component.

• Standard instrument cluster

• Optional instrument cluster

Engine oil pressure: Illuminates

when the oil pressure falls below the

normal range. Check the oil level

and add oil if needed. Refer to

Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

Engine coolant temperature: Illuminates when the engine coolant

temperature is high. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the

engine and let cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and

Specifications chapter.

• Standard instrument cluster

• Optional instrument cluster

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WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the

engine is running or hot.

Low tire pressure warning:

Illuminates when your tire pressure

is low. If the light remains on at

start up or while driving, the tire

pressure should be checked. Refer

to Inflating your tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. When

the ignition is first turned to on, the light will illuminate for three

seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does not turn on,

contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. For more information

on this system, refer to Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in

the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

Check fuel fill inlet (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel fill inlet

may not be properly closed. Continued driving with this light on may

cause the service engine soon warning light to come on, refer to Easy

Fuel “no cap” fuel system in the Maintenance and Specification

chapter.

If “CHECK FUEL FILL INLET” is displayed in the message center, refer

to Message center in this chapter for more information.

• Standard instrument cluster

• Optional instrument cluster

Speed control (if equipped):

Illuminates when the speed control

is activated. Turns off when the

speed control system is deactivated.

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O/D off: Illuminates when the

overdrive function of the

transmission has been turned off;

refer to the Driving chapter.

O/D

OFF

AdvanceTrac௡: Flashes when the

AdvanceTrac௡ with RSC௡ system is

active. Illuminates solid when the

system has been disabled (by the

driver or as a result of a system

failure); refer to the Driving

chapter for more information.

Four-wheel drive low (if

4x4

LOW

equipped): Illuminates when

four-wheel drive low is engaged. If

the light fails to illuminate when the

ignition is turned ON, or remains on, contact your authorized dealer as

soon as possible.

Four-wheel drive high (if

4x4

equipped): Illuminates when

four-wheel drive is engaged. If the

light fails to illuminate when the ignition is turned on, or remains on,

contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Door ajar: Illuminates when the

ignition is in the on position and any

door, liftgate or the liftgate glass is

open.

Low fuel (if equipped):

Illuminates when the fuel level in

the fuel tank is at or near empty

(refer to Fuel gauge in this

chapter).

Low washer fluid (if equipped):

Illuminates when the windshield

washer fluid is low.

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Turn signal: Illuminates when the

left or right turn signal or the

hazard lights are turned on. If the

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

High beams: Illuminates when the

high beam headlamps are turned on.

Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the

ignition in the off or accessory position and the driver’s door is opened.

Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking

lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the

driver’s door is opened.

Turn signal warning chime: Sounds when the turn signal lever has

been activated to signal a turn and not turned off after the vehicle is

driven more than 2 miles (3.2 km).

Parking brake on warning chime: Sounds when the parking brake is

set, the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph

(5 km/h).

Message center activation chime: Sounds when the following

warnings DOOR AJAR, LOW FUEL LEVEL or LOW TIRE PRESSURE

appear in the message center display for the first time.

GAUGES

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Speedometer: Indicates the

current vehicle speed.

Engine coolant temperature

gauge: Indicates engine coolant

temperature. At normal operating

temperature, the needle will be in

the normal range (between “H” and

“C”). If it enters the red section, the

engine is overheating; refer to

Engine coolant in the

Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Stop the vehicle as soon as

safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.

WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the

engine is running or hot.

Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of the vehicle.

• Standard instrument cluster

• Optional instrument cluster

Refer to Message center in this

chapter on how to switch the

display from English to Metric.

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Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of individual journeys.

• Standard instrument cluster

Press the SELECT/RESET control

once to switch from the odometer to

the TRIP A feature. Press the

control again to select the TRIP B

feature. To reset the trip, press and

hold the control again until the trip reading is 0.0 miles.

• Optional instrument cluster: see

TRIP A/B under Message center in

this chapter.

Note: Outside air temperature will

only be displayed in the instrument

cluster message center on vehicles

with manual climate control.

Tachometer: Indicates the engine

speed in revolutions per minute.

Driving with your tachometer

pointer continuously at the top of

the scale may damage the engine.

Fuel gauge: Indicates

approximately how much fuel is left

in the fuel tank (when the ignition

is in the on position). The fuel

gauge may vary slightly when the

vehicle is in motion or on a grade.

Refer to Filling the tank in the

Maintenance and Specifications

chapter for more information.

The FUEL icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel

door is located.

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STANDARD MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle’s message center allows

you to configure/personalize certain

vehicle options to suit your needs.

The message center is also capable

of monitoring many vehicle systems

and will alert you to potential

vehicle problems and various conditions with an informational message

followed by a long indicator chime.

The message center display is located in the instrument cluster.

Selectable features (information menu)

Press and release the

SELECT/RESET stem to scroll and

reset the following functions. Select

or reset the function by holding the

SELECT/RESET stem for more than

two seconds:

TRIP A/B

Registers the distance of individual journeys. Press the SELECT/RESET

stem once to switch from the odometer to the TRIP A feature. Press the

control again to select the TRIP B feature. To reset the trip, press and

hold the stem until it resets.

Refer to UNITS later in this section to switch the display from Metric to

English.

MILES (km) TO EMPTY

This displays an estimate of approximately how far you can drive with

the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions.

Remember to turn the ignition off when refueling to allow this feature to

correctly detect the added fuel.

FUEL LEVEL LOW will display and sound a tone for one second when

you have approximately 50 miles (80 km) to empty. If you reset this

warning message, this display and tone will return within 10 minutes.

The distance to empty is calculated using a running average fuel

economy, which is based on your recent driving history of 500 miles

(800 km). This value is not the same as the average fuel economy

display. The running average fuel economy is reinitialized to a factory

default value if the battery is disconnected.

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AVERAGE FUEL XX.X MPG / (L/100km)

Average fuel economy displays your average fuel economy in miles/gallon

or liters/100 km.

If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing miles traveled by

gallons of fuel used (liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled), your

figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons:

• Your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up

• Differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at

service stations

• Variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another

• Rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0.1 gallon (liter)

1. Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed control

system engaged to display a stabilized average.

2. Record the highway fuel economy for future reference.

It is important to press the SELECT/RESET stem (press and hold for

two seconds in order to reset the function) after setting the speed

control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings.

SETUP MENU HOLD RESET

When this appears, press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem to reach

the setup menu.

Briefly press the SELECT/RESET stem to scroll through the setup menu

items. If the SELECT/RESET stem is not pressed within four seconds,

the message center returns to the info menu.

• System Check

• AWD Lock (4.6L engine vehicles only)

• Units (English/Metric)

• Language

• Autolamp

• Autolock

• Autounlock

• Park Aid (if equipped)

• Trailer sway control

• Oil Life Reset and Start Value

• Compass display

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• Compass zone adjustment

• Compass calibration adjustment

SYSTEM CHECK HOLD RESET

Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem to select system check when

this is displayed in the message center. The message center will cycle

through each of the systems being monitored. For each of the monitored

systems, the message center will indicate either an OK message or a

warning message for two seconds.

Pressing the SELECT/RESET stem cycles the message center through

each of the systems being monitored.

The sequence of the system check report and how it appears in the

message center is as follows:

1. OIL LIFE

2. CHARGING SYSTEM

3. WASHER FLUID

4. DOOR AJAR

5. EXTERIOR LAMP

6. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL

7. PARK BRAKE

8. MILES TO EMPTY

9. FUEL LEVEL LOW (will only display if 50 miles [80 km] or less to

empty)

AWD AUTO / LOCKED (4.6L engine vehicles only)

This displays the AWD locked function.

1. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem within four seconds to turn

the AWD system to the auto / locked mode.

2. Press the SELECT/RESET stem for the next setup menu item or wait

for more than four seconds to return to the info menu.

Note: When the AWD system is in the LOCKED mode, the 4X4 indicator

will be illuminated.

UNITS

Displays the current units English or Metric.

1. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem to change from English to

Metric.

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2. Press the SELECT/RESET stem for the next setup menu item or wait

for more than four seconds to return to the info menu.

ENGLISH / SPANISH / FRENCH / JAPANESE

Allows you to choose which language the message center will display in.

Selectable languages are English, Spanish, French, or Japanese.

1. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem to select a new language.

2. Press the SELECT/RESET stem for the next setup menu item or wait

for more than four seconds to return to the info menu.

AUTOLAMP

This feature keeps your headlights on for up to three minutes after the

ignition is switched off.

1. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem to select the new autolamp

delay time (in seconds) values of 0, 10, 20, 30, 60, 90, 120 or 180.

2. Press the SELECT/RESET stem for the next setup menu item or wait

for more than four seconds to return to the info menu.

AUTOLOCK

This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when the vehicle is

shifted into any gear and when the vehicle is in motion over 13 mph

(20 km/h) or higher.

1. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem to to turn autolock on or off.

2. Press the SELECT/RESET stem for the next setup menu item or wait

for more than four seconds to return to the info menu.

AUTOUNLOCK

This feature automatically unlocks all vehicle doors when the driver’s

door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being turned off.

1. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem to to turn autounlock on or

off.

2. Press the SELECT/RESET stem switch for the next setup menu item

or wait for more than four seconds to return to the info menu.

PARK AID (if equipped)

This feature sounds a warning tone to warn the driver of obstacles near

the rear bumper, and functions only when R (Reverse) gear is selected.

1. To disable/enable the reverse sensing system feature with the vehicle

in P (Park), select this function from the setup menu or put the vehicle

in R (Reverse).

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2. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem to turn park aid on or off.

3. Press the SELECT/RESET stem for the next setup menu item or wait

for more than four seconds to return to the info menu.

TRAILER SWAY

This feature uses the electronic stability control to mitigate trailer sway,

1. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem to turn trailer sway on or

off.

2. Press the SELECT/RESET stem for the next setup menu item or wait

for more than four seconds to return to the info menu.

HOLD RESET IF NEW OIL

To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change

(approximately 7,500 miles [12,000 km] or six months) perform the

following:

1. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem for more than two seconds.

Oil life is set to 100% and OIL LIFE SET TO 100% is displayed.

Note: To change oil life 100% miles value from 7,500 miles (12,000 km)

or six months to another value, proceed to Step 3.

2. Once OIL LIFE SET TO 100% is displayed, release, press and hold the

SELECT/RESET stem for more than two seconds to change the oil life

start value. Each release, press and hold will reduce the value by 10%.

3. After setting the oil life start value, press the SELECT/RESET stem

for the next setup menu item or wait for more than four seconds to

return to the info menu.

Note: Oil Life Start Value of 100% equals 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or six

months. For example, setting oil life start value to 60% sets the oil life

start value to 3,000 miles (4,800 km) and 120 days.

COMPASS (if equipped)

The compass heading is displayed as one of N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W and

NW in the message center display.

The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large

buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic

or metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affect

compass accuracy.

Usually, when something affects the compass readings, the compass will

correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal

conditions. If the compass still appears to be inaccurate, a manual

calibration may be necessary. Refer to Compass zone/calibration

adjustment.

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Most geographic areas (zones) have a magnetic north compass point that

varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps. This variation is four

degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the

vehicle crosses multiple zones. A correct zone setting will eliminate this

error. Do the following to set the proper zone:

Compass zone adjustment

1. Determine which magnetic zone

you are in for your geographic

location by referring to the zone

3 2

4

1

15

map.

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2. Turn ignition to the on position.

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7 8 91011

3. Press and release the SELECT/RESET stem to scroll through the

information menu until the message center displays HOLD RESET FOR

SETUP MENU.

4. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem until the message center

displays HOLD RESET FOR SYSTEM CHECK. Do not hold the stem

down at this point as you do not want to enter the system check.

Instead, quickly release the stem and repeatedly press it again to scroll

through the setup menu until the message center displays COMPASS

ZONE XX.

5. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem for approximately two

seconds to enter the compass zone adjustment mode.

6. Press and release the SELECT/RESET stem until the desired zone

number appears.

7. Release the SELECT/RESET stem and allow the setup timer to expire

to exit the procedure.

Compass calibration adjustment

Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structures

and high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical

accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all

vehicle doors are shut.

1. Start the vehicle.

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2. Press and release the SELECT/RESET stem to scroll through the

information menu until the message center displays HOLD RESET FOR

SETUP MENU.

3. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem until the message center

displays HOLD RESET FOR SYSTEM CHECK. Do not hold the stem

down at this point as you do not want to enter the system check.

Instead, quickly release the stem and repeatedly press it again to scroll

through the setup menu until the message center displays COMPASS

ZONE XX.

4. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem for approximately two

seconds until the message center to enter the compass zone adjustment

mode.

5. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem until the message center

displays CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE. This step may require up to

five circles to complete the calibration.

Note: If the SELECT/RESET stem is pressed during the calibration or

three minutes has elapsed since the beginning of the calibration without

driving the vehicle, the message center reverts back to normal operation

and the CAL will display until a successful calibration is carried out.

6. Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle less than 3 mph (5 km/h) until the

CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE message changes to CALIBRATION

COMPLETED.

System warnings

System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your

vehicle’s operating systems.

In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center will

cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for four

seconds.

The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no

more warning messages.

Types of messages and warnings:

• Some messages will appear briefly to inform you of something you

may need to take action on or be informed of.

• Some messages will appear once and then again when the vehicle is

restarted.

• Some messages will reappear after clearing or being reset if a problem

or condition is still present and needs your attention.

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• Some messages can be acknowledged and reset by pressing the

SELECT/RESET stem. This allows you to use the full message center

functionality by clearing the message.

DOOR AJAR — Displayed when a door is not completely closed.

REMOVE OBJECTS NEAR PASS SEAT — Displayed when objects

are by the passenger seat. After the objects are moved away from the

seat, if the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your

authorized dealer as soon as possible.

SERVICE RSC NOW — Displayed when the system is not operating

properly. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your

authorized dealer as soon as possible.

CHECK FUEL FILL INLET — Displayed when the fuel fill inlet may

not be properly closed. Refer to Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system in

the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM — Displayed when the electrical system

is not maintaining proper voltage when the engine is running. If you are

operating electrical accessories when the engine is idling at a low speed,

turn off as many of the electrical loads as soon as possible. If the

warning stays on or comes on when the engine is operating at normal

speeds, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

FUEL LEVEL LOW — Displayed as an early reminder of a low fuel

condition.

PARK BRAKE ENGAGED — Displayed when the parking brake is set,

the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph

(5 km/h). If the warning stays on after the parking brake is released,

contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM — Displayed when the braking system is not

operating properly. If the warning stays on or continues to come on,

contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

CHECK PARK AID (if equipped) — Displayed when the transmission

is in R (Reverse) and the reverse sensing system (park aid) is disabled.

LOW TIRE PRESSURE — Displayed when one or more tires on your

vehicle have low tire pressure. Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires,

Wheels and Loading chapter.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT — Displayed when the Tire

Pressure Monitoring System is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or

continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as

possible.

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TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT — Displayed when a tire pressure

sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. For more

information on how the system operates under these conditions, refer to

Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the

Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. If the warning stays on or

continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as

possible.

BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW — Indicates the brake fluid level is low

and the brake system should be inspected immediately. Refer to Brake

fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

WASHER FLUID LEVEL LOW — Indicates the washer fluid reservoir

is less than one quarter full. Check the washer fluid level. Refer to

Windshield washer fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications

chapter.

ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON — Displayed when the engine oil life

remaining is 10% or less.

OIL CHANGE REQUIRED — Displayed when the oil life left reaches

0%.

LIFTGATE / GLASS AJAR — Displayed when the liftgate or the

liftgate glass is not completely closed.

TRAILER SWAY REDUCE SPEED — Displayed when your trailer

starts to sway when towing. Refer to Trailer sway control in the

Driving chapter for more information.

FOR 4X4 LOW STOP VEHICLE (if equipped) — Displayed when

4X4 LOW is selected while the vehicle is moving. For more information,

refer to Using the Control Trac 4WD system in the Driving chapter.

FOR 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N (if equipped) — Displayed when 4X4

LOW is selected and the vehicle is stopped. For more information, refer

to Using the Control Trac 4WD system in the Driving chapter.

TO EXIT 4X4 LOW STOP VEHICLE (if equipped) — Displayed

when 2WD is selected while the vehicle is operating in 4X4 LOW. For

more information, refer to Using the Control Trac 4WD system in the

Driving chapter.

TO EXIT 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N (if equipped) — Displayed when

2WD is selected while the vehicle has been stopped in 4X4 LOW. For

more information, refer to Using the Control Trac 4WD system in the

Driving chapter.

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OPTIONAL MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle’s message center allows

you to configure/personalize certain

vehicle options to suit your needs.

The message center is also capable

of monitoring many vehicle systems

and will alert you to potential

vehicle problems and various

conditions with an informational

message followed by a long indicator chime.

The message center display is located in the instrument cluster.

Your display can show up to six reconfigurable telltales at one time.

Whatever is displayed in the top left corner has the highest priority.

Info

Press the INFO button repeatedly to

cycle through the following features:

TRIP A/B

Registers the distance of individual journeys. Press and release INFO

button until the A or B trip appears in the display (this represents the

trip mode). Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds to reset.

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Refer to UNITS later in this section to switch the display from Metric to

English.

MILES (km) TO E

This displays an estimate of approximately how far you can drive with

the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions.

Remember to turn the ignition off when refueling to allow this feature to

correctly detect the added fuel.

LOW FUEL LEVEL will display when you have approximately 50 miles

(80 km), to empty. Press RESET to clear this warning message. It will

return at approximately 25 miles (40 km), 10 miles (16 km) and 0 miles

(0 km) miles to empty.

Distance to empty is calculated using a running average fuel economy,

which is based on your recent driving history of 500 miles (800 km).

This value is not the same as the average fuel economy display. The

running average fuel economy is re-initialized to a factory default value if

the battery is disconnected.

AVERAGE FUEL XX.X MPG (L/100km)

Average fuel economy displays your average fuel economy in miles/gallon

or liters/100 km.

If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing distance traveled

by gallons of fuel used (liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled),

your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons:

• Your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up

• Differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at

service stations

• Variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another

• Rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0.1 gallon (liter)

1. Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed control

system engaged to display a stabilized average.

2. Record the highway fuel economy for future reference.

It is important to press the RESET button (press and hold RESET for

two seconds in order to reset the function) after setting the speed

control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings.

For more information refer to Essentials of good fuel economy in the

Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

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FUEL ECONOMY MPG (L/km)

This displays instantaneous fuel economy as a bar graph ranging from ↓

poor economy to ↑ excellent economy.

Your vehicle must be moving to calculate instantaneous fuel economy.

When your vehicle is not moving, this function shows ↓, one or no bars

illuminated. Instantaneous fuel economy cannot be reset.

FUEL USED XX.X GAL (L)

This displays the fuel used since last reset. The information displayed

will be in gallons or liters, depending on English/Metric mode state.

DRIVE TIME

Timer displays the trip elapsed drive time.

To operate, do the following:

1. Press and release RESET in order to start the timer.

2. Press and release RESET to pause the timer.

3. Press and hold RESET until the timer resets.

Blank display

Select this function from the info menu to turn the upper two lines of

the message center display off.

System check and vehicle feature customization

Press the SETUP button repeatedly

to cycle the message center through

the following features:

INFO

SETUP

RESET

PRESS RESET TO BEGIN SYSTEM CHECK

When this message appears, press the RESET button and the message

center will begin to cycle through the following systems and provide a

status of the item if needed.

Note: Some systems show a message only if a condition is present.

1. OIL LIFE

2. CHARGING SYSTEM

3. WASHER FLUID

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4. DOOR AJAR

5. EXTERIOR LAMP

6. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL

7. PARK BRAKE

8. FUEL LEVEL AND DISTANCE TO EMPTY

AWD AUTO / LOCKED (if equipped)

This feature disables/enables the AWD feature.

Press the RESET button to select the AUTO or LOCKED mode.

Note: When the AWD system is in the locked mode, the 4X4 indicator

will be illuminated.

UNITS

Displays the current units in English or Metric.

Press the RESET button to change from English to Metric.

LANGUAGE ENGLISH / SPANISH / FRENCH / JAPANESE /

ARABIC

Note: When entering the SETUP MENU and a non-English language has

been selected, PRESS RESET FOR ENGLISH will be displayed to change

back to English.

Allows you to choose which language the message center will display in.

Selectable languages are English, Spanish, French, Japanese, or Arabic

Waiting four seconds or pressing the RESET button cycles the message

center through each of the language choices.

Press the RESET button to set the language choice.

AUTOLAMP

This feature keeps your headlights on for up to three minutes after the

ignition is switched off.

Press the RESET button to select the new Autolamp delay values of 0,

10, 20, 30, 60, 90, 120 or 180 seconds.

AUTOLOCK

This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when the vehicle is

shifted into any gear, putting the vehicle in motion.

Press the RESET button to turn autolock on or off.

AUTOUNLOCK

This feature automatically unlocks all vehicle doors when the driver’s

door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being turned off.

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Press the RESET button to turn autounlock on or off.

RUNNING BRDS (if equipped)

This feature automatically deploys the side running boards for easy

entry/exit from the vehicle or for cleaning.

1. To disable/enable the power running board feature the vehicle must be

in P (Park),

2. To change operation of the power running board feature, select this

function from the SETUP MENU.

3. Press the RESET button to select the running boards setting as

follows:

• AUTOMATIC: the running boards will automatically deploy when a

door is opened and automatically retract when the door is closed,

• OUT: the running boards will remain OUT regardless of the doors

being open/closed. For example, use this setting when washing the

vehicle, or

• OFF: the running boards will remain IN regardless of the doors being

open/closed.

EASY ENTRY

This feature automatically moves the driver’s seat backwards for easy

exit/entry from the vehicle.

Press the RESET button to turn the easy entry/exit seat on or off.

PARK AID (if equipped)

This feature sounds a warning tone to warn the driver of obstacles near

the rear bumper, and functions only when R (Reverse) gear is selected.

Press the RESET button to turn the rear park assist on or off.

This function choice will also appear when putting the transmission in

reverse and can be turned on/off at that time.

TRAILER SWAY

This feature uses the electronic stability control to mitigate trailer sway,

Press the RESET button to turn trailer sway on or off.

COMPASS (if equipped)

The compass heading is displayed as one of N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W and

NW in the message center display.

The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large

buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic

or metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affect

compass accuracy.

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Usually, when something affects the compass readings, the compass will

correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal

conditions. If the compass still appears to be inaccurate, a manual

calibration may be necessary. Refer to RESET FOR ZONE SETTING /

PRESS RESET FOR CALIBRATION following.

Most geographic areas (zones) have a magnetic north compass point that

varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps. This variation is four

degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the

vehicle crosses multiple zones. A correct zone setting will eliminate this

error. Refer to RESET FOR ZONE SETTING / PRESS RESET FOR

CALIBRATION following.

RESET FOR ZONE SETTING

1. Determine your magnetic zone by

referring to the zone map.

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15

2. Start the engine.

3. Press the SETUP button to select

RESET FOR ZONE SETTING.

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4. Press the RESET button until the

message center display changes to

show the current zone setting (XX).

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12

5. Press the RESET button

repeatedly until the correct zone

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setting for your geographic location is displayed on the message center.

The range of zone values are from 01 to 15 and “wraps” back to 01.

6. Wait four seconds when correct zone is chosen.

PRESS RESET FOR CALIBRATION

Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structures

and high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical

accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all

vehicle doors are shut.

1. Press the SETUP button to select PRESS RESET FOR CALIBRATION.

2. Press RESET to calibrate.

3. Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h]) until

the CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE display changes to CALIBRATION

COMPLETED. It will take up to five circles to complete calibration.

4. The compass is now calibrated.

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HOLD RESET IF NEW OIL

To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change

(approximately 7,500 miles [12,000 km] or six months) perform the

following:

1. Press RESET button to display HOLD RESET IF NEW OIL.

2. Press and hold the RESET button for more than two seconds. Oil life

is set to 100% and OIL CHANGE SET TO 100% is displayed.

Note: To change oil life 100% miles value from 7,500 miles (12,000 km)

or six months to another value, proceed to Step 3.

3. Once OIL LIFE SET TO XXX% is displayed, release and press the

RESET button to change the Oil Life Start Value. Each release and press

will reduce the value by 10%.

Note: Oil Life Start Value of 100% equals 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or six

months. For example, setting Oil Life Start Value to 60% sets the Oil Life

Start Value to 3,000 miles (4,800 km) and 120 days.

System warnings

System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your

vehicle’s operating systems.

In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center will

cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for four

seconds.

The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no

more warning messages.

Types of messages and warnings:

• Some messages will appear briefly to inform you of something you

may need to take action on or be informed of.

• Some messages will appear once and then again when the vehicle is

restarted.

• Some messages will reappear after clearing or being reset if a problem

or condition is still present and needs your attention.

• Some messages can be acknowledged and reset by pressing RESET.

This allows you to use the full message center functionality by clearing

the message.

DOOR AJAR — Displayed when a door is not completely closed.

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REMOVE OBJECTS NEAR PASS SEAT — Displayed when objects

are by the passenger seat. After the objects are moved away from the

seat, if the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your

authorized dealer as soon as possible.

SERVICE RSC NOW — Displayed when the system is not operating

properly. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your

authorized dealer as soon as possible.

CHECK FUEL FILL INLET — Displayed when the fuel fill inlet may

not be properly closed. Refer to Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system in

the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM — Displayed when the electrical system

is not maintaining proper voltage when the engine is running. If you are

operating electrical accessories when the engine is idling at a low speed,

turn off as many of the electrical loads as soon as possible. If the

warning stays on or comes on when the engine is operating at normal

speeds, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

FUEL LEVEL LOW — Displayed as an early reminder of a low fuel

condition.

PARK BRAKE ENGAGED — Displayed when the parking brake is set,

the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph

(5 km/h). If the warning stays on after the parking brake is released,

contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM — Displayed when the braking system is not

operating properly. If the warning stays on or continues to come on,

contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

CHECK PARK AID (if equipped) — Displayed when the transmission

is in R (Reverse) and the reverse sensing system (park aid) is disabled.

LOW TIRE PRESSURE — Displayed when one or more tires on your

vehicle have low tire pressure. Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires,

Wheels and Loading chapter.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT — Displayed when the Tire

Pressure Monitoring System is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or

continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as

possible.

TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT — Displayed when a tire pressure

sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. For more

information on how the system operates under these conditions, refer to

Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the

Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. If the warning stays on or

continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as

possible.

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BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW — Indicates the brake fluid level is low

and the brake system should be inspected immediately. Refer to Brake

fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

WASHER FLUID LEVEL LOW — Indicates the washer fluid reservoir

is less than one quarter full. Check the washer fluid level. Refer to

Windshield washer fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications

chapter.

ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON — Displayed when the engine oil life

remaining is 10% or less.

OIL CHANGE REQUIRED — Displayed when the oil life left reaches

0%.

LIFTGATE / GLASS AJAR — Displayed when the liftgate or the

liftgate glass is not completely closed.

TRAILER SWAY REDUCE SPEED — Displayed when your trailer

starts to sway when towing. Refer to Trailer sway control in the

Driving chapter for more information.

FOR 4X4 LOW STOP VEHICLE (if equipped) — Displayed when

4X4 LOW is selected while the vehicle is moving. For more information,

refer to Using the Control Trac 4WD system in the Driving chapter.

FOR 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N (if equipped) — Displayed when 4X4

LOW is selected and the vehicle is stopped. For more information, refer

to Using the Control Trac 4WD system in the Driving chapter.

TO EXIT 4X4 LOW STOP VEHICLE (if equipped) — Displayed

when 2WD is selected while the vehicle is operating in 4X4 LOW. For

more information, refer to Using the Control Trac 4WD system in the

Driving chapter.

TO EXIT 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N (if equipped) — Displayed when

2WD is selected while the vehicle has been stopped in 4X4 LOW. For

more information, refer to Using the Control Trac 4WD system in the

Driving chapter.

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