Meter/ring illumination and needle sweep

The ring illumination surrounding meters and gauges illuminates when the driver’s door is closed after getting into the vehicle with the Intelligent Key carried in. When the engine is starte ...

Checking bulbs

With all doors closed, apply the parking brake and push the ignition switch to the ON position without starting the engine. The following lights will come on (if so equipped): The following ...

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Engine block heater (if so equipped)
Engine block heaters are used to assist in cold temperature starting. The engine block heater should be used when the outside temperature is 208F (−78C) or lower. To use the engine bloc ...

Shifting out of Park
The vehicle is equipped with an electronic shift lock release system. The shift lock release is designed to: ► Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in P (Park) with the shif ...

When to Check Power Steering Fluid
It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless there is a leak suspected in the system or an unusual noise is heard. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have th ...