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Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light
The ESC Off mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use only and should not be used
on any public roadways. In this mode, all TCS and ESC stability features are turned OFF.
To enter the “Full Off” mode, push and hold the “ESC” switch for five seconds while the
vehicle is stopped with the engine running. After five seconds, a chime will sound, the
“ESC OFF” Indicator Light” will illuminate, and the "ESC OFF" message will display in the
vehicle cluster (left of the odometer). The “ESC OFF” message may appear in the Driver
Information Display (DID). To turn ESC ON again, momentarily press the “ESC” switch.
Door Ajar Indicator
This indicator will illuminate when a door(s) is left ajar and not fully closed.
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking
the appropriate action.
On the highways Slow down and use the highest gear possible.
In city traffic While stopped, put the transmission in NEUTRAL, but do not increase
engine idle speed.
In city traffic While moving, shift into the highest gear possible to reduce engine
RPM.
NOTE:
There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition:
If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C system adds heat to the engine
cooling system and turning the A/C off can help remove this heat.
You can also turn the temperature control to maximum heat, the mode control to floor
and the blower control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the
radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your
radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not open the hood
until the radiator has had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap
when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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