20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 175 SAFETY Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR): Child restraint systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap/shoulder belt. WARNING! Improper installation or failure to properly secure a child restraint can lead to failure of the restraint. The child could be badly injured or killed.
0_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 176 176 SAFETY Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether Anchorage: WARNING! Do not attach a tether strap for a rear-facing car seat to any location in front of the car seat, including the seat frame or a tether anchorage. Only attach the tether strap of a rear-facing car seat to the tether anchorage that is approved for that seating position, located behind the top of the vehicle seat.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 177 SAFETY 5. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to the top tether anchorage as shown in the diagram. WARNING! (Continued) Top Tether Strap Mounting If your vehicle is equipped with a split rear seat, make sure the tether strap does not slip into the opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in the strap. SAFETY TIPS Transporting Passengers NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 178 178 SAFETY Exhaust Gas WARNING! Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO), follow these safety tips: Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or out of the area.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 179 SAFETY Floor Mat Safety Information Always use floor mats designed to fit your vehicle. Only use a floor mat that does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator, brake or clutch pedals. Only use a floor mat that is securely attached using the floor mat fasteners so it cannot slip out of position and interfere with the accelerator, brake or clutch pedals or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other ways.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 180 180 SAFETY Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle Tires Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks, and bulges. Check the wheel nuts for tightness. Check the tires (including spare) for proper cold inflation pressure.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 181 181 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING THE ENGINE WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat belts. WARNING! Before exiting a vehicle, always come to a complete stop, then shift the automatic transmission into PARK and apply the parking brake.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 182 182 STARTING AND OPERATING Normal Starting To Turn On The Engine Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button 1. The transmission must be in PARK or NEUTRAL. 2. Press and hold the brake pedal while pushing the ENGINE START/STOP button once. 3. The system takes over and attempts to start the vehicle. If the vehicle fails to start, the starter will disengage automatically after 10 seconds. 4.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 183 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time to place the ignition to the RUN mode (instrument cluster will display “ON/RUN”), 4. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time to return the ignition to the OFF mode (instrument cluster will display “OFF”). NOTE: Only press one pedal at a time while driving the vehicle. Torque performance of the vehicle could be reduced if both pedals are pressed at the same time.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 184 184 STARTING AND OPERATING The MESSAGE “AutoPark Engaged Shift to P then Shift to Gear” will display in the instrument cluster. NOTE: In some cases the ParkSense graphic will be displayed in the instrument cluster. In these cases, the shifter must be returned to “P” to select desired gear. If the driver shifts into PARK while moving, the vehicle may AutoPark. AutoPark will engage ONLY when vehicle speed is 1.2 mph (1.9 km/h) or less.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 185 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! To prevent damage to the starter, do not continuously crank the engine for more than 25 seconds at a time. Wait 60 seconds before trying again. Cold Weather Operation (Below –22°F Or −30°C) To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of an externally powered electric engine block heater (available from your authorized dealer) is recommended.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 186 186 STARTING AND OPERATING ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS — SRT The following tips will be helpful in obtaining optimum performance and maximum durability for your new SRT Vehicle. Despite modern technology and World Class manufacturing methods, the moving parts of the vehicle must still wear in with each other. This wearing in occurs mainly during the first 500 miles (805 km) and continues through the first oil change interval.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 187 STARTING AND OPERATING When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade. Apply the parking brake before placing the gear selector in PARK, otherwise the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the gear selector out of PARK. The parking brake should always be applied whenever the driver is not in the vehicle.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 188 188 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) If the Brake Warning Light remains on with the parking brake released, a brake system malfunction is indicated. Have the brake system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. The transmission may not engage PARK if the vehicle is moving. Always bring the vehicle to a complete stop before shifting to PARK, and verify that the transmission gear position indicator solidly indicates PARK (P) without blinking.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 189 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or in a location accessible to children), and do not leave the ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the following precautions are not observed: Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 190 190 STARTING AND OPERATING Some ECO mode functions may be temporarily inhibited based on temperature and other factors. Active Noise Cancellation — If Equipped Fuel Economy Mode Switch (SRT Model) When the Fuel Economy (ECO) Mode is engaged, the vehicle control systems will change the following: The transmission will upshift sooner and downshift later. The overall driving performance will be more conservative.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 191 STARTING AND OPERATING The transmission gear selector provides PARK, REVERSE, NEUTRAL, and MANUAL (M) or SPORT (S) (AutoStick) shift positions. Manual shifts can be made using the AutoStick shift control.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 192 192 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle could move and injure you and others if it is not in PARK. Check by trying to move the transmission gear selector out of PARK with the brake pedal released. Make sure the transmission is in PARK before exiting the vehicle. The transmission may not engage PARK if the vehicle is moving.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 193 STARTING AND OPERATING The following indicators should be used to ensure that you have properly engaged the transmission into the PARK position: When shifting into PARK, push the lock button on the gear selector and firmly move the selector all the way forward until it stops and is fully seated. Look at the transmission gear position display and verify that it indicates the PARK position (P), and is not blinking.
_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 194 194 STARTING AND OPERATING MANUAL (M) OR SPORT (S) — IF EQUIPPED The MANUAL (M, +/-) or SPORT (S, +/-) position (beside the DRIVE position) enables full manual control of transmission shifting (also known as AutoStick mode; refer to “AutoStick” in this chapter for further information.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 195 STARTING AND OPERATING AutoStick AutoStick is a driver-interactive transmission feature providing manual shift control, giving you more control of the vehicle. AutoStick allows you to maximize engine braking, eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts, and improve overall vehicle performance. This system can also provide you with more control during passing, city driving, cold slippery conditions, mountain driving, trailer towing, and many other situations.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 196 196 STARTING AND OPERATING To disengage AutoStick, return the gear selector to the DRIVE position, or press and hold the (+) shift paddle (if equipped, and the gear selector is already in DRIVE) until "D" is once again indicated in the instrument cluster. You can shift in or out of AutoStick at any time without taking your foot off the accelerator pedal. WARNING! Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 197 STARTING AND OPERATING When additional traction is required, the 4WD LOW position can be used to lock the front and rear driveshafts together and force the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. The 4WD LOW position is intended for loose, slippery road surfaces only. Driving in the 4WD LOW position on dry, hard-surfaced roads may cause increased tire wear and damage to driveline components.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 198 198 STARTING AND OPERATING 4WD LOW The “4WD LOW” indicator light in the instrument cluster will flash and go out when the shift is complete. This range is for low speed four-wheel drive. It provides an additional gear reduction which allows for increased torque to be delivered to both the front and rear wheels while providing maximum pulling power for loose, slippery road surfaces only. Do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 199 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Into NEUTRAL (N) WARNING! You or others could be injured or killed if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the NEUTRAL (N) position without first fully engaging the parking brake. The NEUTRAL (N) position disengages both the front and rear drive shafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to roll, even if the transmission is in PARK.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 200 200 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Out Of NEUTRAL (N) Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for normal usage. 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. 3. Start the engine. 4. Press and hold the brake pedal. 5. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. 6. Using a ballpoint pen or similar object, push and hold the recessed transfer case NEUTRAL (N) button (located by the selector switch) for one second. NEUTRAL (N) Switch 7.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 201 STARTING AND OPERATING Selec-Terrain Switch 1 — UP Button 2 — Off-Road 2 Indicator Lamp (Customer Selectable) 3 — Off-Road 1 Indicator Lamp (Customer Selectable) 4 — Normal Ride Height Indicator Lamp (Customer Selectable) 5 — Entry/Exit Mode Indicator Lamp (Customer Selectable) 6 — DOWN Button Normal Ride Height (NRH) – This is the standard position of the suspension and is meant for normal driving. Off-Road 1 (OR1) (Raises the vehicle approximately 1.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 202 202 STARTING AND OPERATING Entry/Exit Mode (Lowers the vehicle approximately 1.6 inches (40 mm) – This position lowers the vehicle for easier passenger entry and exit as well as lowering the rear of the vehicle for easier loading and unloading of cargo. To enter Entry/Exit Mode, push the “DOWN” button once from (NRH) while the vehicle speed is below 25 mph (40 km/h). Once the vehicle speed goes below 15 mph (24 km/h) the vehicle height will begin to lower.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 203 STARTING AND OPERATING Air Suspension Modes The Air Suspension system has multiple modes to protect the system in unique situations: Tire/Jack Mode To assist with changing a spare tire, the air suspension system has a feature which allows the automatic leveling to be disabled. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further information. NOTE: This mode is intended to be enabled with engine running.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 204 204 STARTING AND OPERATING Pushing the “UP” button once will move the suspension one position higher from the current position, assuming all conditions are met (i.e. engine running, speed below threshold, etc). The “UP” button can be pushed multiple times, each push will raise the requested level by one position up to a maximum position of OR2 or the highest position allowed based on current conditions (i.e. vehicle speed, etc).
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 205 STARTING AND OPERATING SELEC-TERRAIN — IF EQUIPPED If equipped with air suspension, the default ride height for SNOW is Normal Ride Height (NRH). Selec-Terrain Mode Selection Selec-Terrain combines the capabilities of the vehicle control systems, along with driver input, to provide the best performance for all terrains. Selec-Terrain Switch Selec-Terrain consists of the following positions: SNOW – Tuning set for additional stability in inclement weather.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 206 206 STARTING AND OPERATING SELEC-TRACK — IF EQUIPPED (SRT) Description Selec-Track combines the capabilities of the vehicle control systems, along with driver input, to provide the best performance for all terrains. Rotate the Selec-Track knob to select the desired mode. Selec-Track Switch Refer to the “Drive Modes Supplement” for further information. Selec-Track consists of the following positions: SPORT – Dry weather, on-road calibration.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 207 STARTING AND OPERATING Active Damping System Launch Control This vehicle is equipped with an electronic controlled damping system. This system reduces body roll and pitch in many driving situations including cornering, acceleration and braking. There are 3 modes: Street Mode (Available in terrain positions AUTO, SNOW and CUSTOM.) — Used during highway speeds where a touring suspension feel is desired.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 208 208 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Press the “Activate Launch Control” button on the touchscreen, follow instructions in the instrument cluster display. Make sure the vehicle is not moving Put vehicle in first gear Steering wheel must be pointing straight Vehicle must be on level ground Apply brake pressure While holding the brake, rapidly apply and hold the accelerator pedal to wide open throttle.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 209 STARTING AND OPERATING Alternate electric power steering efforts can be selected through the Uconnect System. Refer to ”Customer Programmable Features” in “Multimedia” for further information. If the Electric Power Steering warning icon is displayed and the “SERVICE POWER STEERING” or the “POWER STEERING ASSIST OFF – SERVICE SYSTEM” message is displayed within the instrument cluster display, this indicates the vehicle needs to be taken to the dealer for service.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 210 210 STARTING AND OPERATING Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not Autostop Engine has not reached normal operating temperature. Prior to engine shut down, the system will check many safety and comfort conditions to see if they are fulfilled. Detailed information about the operation of the Stop/Start system may be viewed in the instrument cluster display Stop/ Start Screen. In the following situations, the engine will not stop: Driver’s seat belt is not buckled.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 211 STARTING AND OPERATING To Manually Turn Off The Stop/Start System 211 To Manually Turn On The Stop/Start System Push the Stop/Start OFF switch (located on the switch bank). The light on the switch will turn off. System Malfunction Stop/Start OFF Switch 1. Push the Stop/Start OFF switch (located on the switch bank). The light on the switch will illuminate. 2. The “Stop/Start OFF” message will appear in instrument cluster display within the Stop/Start section.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 212 212 STARTING AND OPERATING If this occurs, the Speed Control system can be reactivated by pushing the Speed Control on/off button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed. WARNING! Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control and have an accident. Do not use Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered or slippery.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 213 STARTING AND OPERATING To Decrease Speed When the Speed Control is set, you can decrease speed by pushing the SET (-) button. The driver's preferred units can be selected through the instrument cluster display. Refer to “Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel” for more information. The speed decrement shown is dependent on the chosen speed unit of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h): U.S. Speed (mph) Pushing the SET (-) button once will result in a 1 mph decrease in set speed.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 214 214 STARTING AND OPERATING The following conditions will also deactivate the Speed Control without erasing the set speed from memory: Vehicle parking brake is applied Stability event occurs Gear selector is moved out of DRIVE Engine overspeed occurs ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) — IF EQUIPPED Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) increases the driving convenience provided by cruise control while traveling on highways and major roadways.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 215 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) The ACC system: WARNING! (Continued) You should switch off the ACC system: Does not react to pedestrians, oncoming vehicles, and stationary objects (e.g., a stopped vehicle in a traffic jam or a disabled vehicle). When driving in fog, heavy rain, heavy snow, sleet, heavy traffic, and complex driving situations (i.e., in highway construction zones).
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 216 216 STARTING AND OPERATING Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) You can only engage ACC if the vehicle speed is above 0 mph (0 km/h). The minimum set speed for the ACC system is 20 mph (32 km/h). When the system is turned on and in the ready state, the instrument cluster displays “ACC Ready.” When the system is off, the instrument cluster displays “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Off.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 217 STARTING AND OPERATING If the system is set when the vehicle speed is below 20 mph (32 km/h), the set speed shall be defaulted to 20 mph (32 km/h). If the system is set when the vehicle speed is above 20 mph (32 km/h), the set speed shall be the current speed of the vehicle. NOTE: ACC cannot be set if there is a stationary vehicle in front of your vehicle in close proximity. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 218 218 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! The Resume function should only be used if traffic and road conditions permit. Resuming a set speed that is too high or too low for prevailing traffic and road conditions could cause the vehicle to accelerate or decelerate too sharply for safe operation. Failure to follow these warnings can result in a collision and death or serious personal injury.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 219 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: When you override and push the SET (+) button or SET (-) buttons, the new set speed will be the current speed of the vehicle. When you use the SET (-) button to decelerate, if the engine’s braking power does not slow the vehicle sufficiently to reach the set speed, the brake system will automatically slow the vehicle. The ACC system applies the brake down to a full stop when following a target vehicle.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 220 220 STARTING AND OPERATING The vehicle will then maintain the set distance until: The vehicle ahead accelerates to a speed above the set speed. Distance Setting 1 Bar (Short) To increase the distance setting, push the Distance Setting — Increase button and release. Each time the button is pushed, the distance setting increases by one bar (longer). To decrease the distance setting, push the Distance Setting — Decrease button and release.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 221 STARTING AND OPERATING ACC Operation At Stop If the ACC system brings your vehicle to a standstill while following a target vehicle, if the target vehicle starts moving within two seconds of your vehicle coming to a standstill, your vehicle will resume motion without the need for any driver action. If the target vehicle does not start moving within two seconds of your vehicle coming to a standstill, the ACC with Stop system will cancel and the brakes will release.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 222 222 STARTING AND OPERATING Display Warnings And Maintenance “Wipe Front Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” Warning The “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor” warning will display and also a chime will indicate when conditions temporarily limit system performance. This most often occurs at times of poor visibility, such as in snow or heavy rain. The ACC system may also become temporarily blinded due to obstructions, such as mud, dirt or ice.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 223 STARTING AND OPERATING “Clean Front Windshield” Warning The “ACC/FCW Limited Functionality Clean Front Windshield” warning will display and also a chime will indicate when conditions temporarily limit system performance. This most often occurs at times of poor visibility, such as in snow or heavy rain and fog. The ACC system may also become temporarily blinded due to obstructions, such as mud, dirt, or ice on windshield and fog on the inside of glass.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 224 224 STARTING AND OPERATING Turns And Bends Using ACC On Hills Lane Changing When driving on a curve with ACC engaged, the system may decrease the vehicle speed and acceleration for stability reasons, with no target vehicle detected. Once the vehicle is out of the curve the system will resume your original set speed. This is a part of normal ACC system functionality. When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a vehicle in your lane.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 225 STARTING AND OPERATING Narrow Vehicles Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d`Innovation, Science and Economic Development applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer edges of the lane or edging into the lane are not detected until they have moved fully into the lane. There may not be sufficient distance to the vehicle ahead. 1.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 226 226 STARTING AND OPERATING Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode In addition to Adaptive Cruise Control mode, a Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control mode is available for cruising at fixed speeds. The Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control mode is designed to maintain a set cruising speed without requiring the driver to operate the accelerator. Cruise Control can only be operated if the vehicle speed is above 20 mph (32 km/h).
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 227 STARTING AND OPERATING Metric Speed (km/h) Pushing the SET (+) button once will result in a 1 km/h increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button results in an increase of 1 km/h. If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to increase in 10 km/h increments until the button is released. The increase in set speed is reflected in the instrument cluster display.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 228 228 STARTING AND OPERATING PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED The ParkSense Rear Park Assist system provides visual and audible indications of the distance between the rear fascia and a detected obstacle when backing up (e.g. during a parking maneuver).
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 229 STARTING AND OPERATING The system will become active again if the vehicle speed is decreased to speeds less than approximately 6 mph (9 km/h). ParkSense Sensors to the obstacle, the display will show the single arc moving closer to the vehicle and the tone will change from a single 1/2 second tone to slow, to fast, to continuous. The four ParkSense sensors, located in the rear fascia/bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is within the sensors’ field of view.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 230 230 STARTING AND OPERATING The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 231 STARTING AND OPERATING Adjustable Chime Volume Settings Rear chime volume settings can be selected from the Customer-Programmable Features section of the Uconnect System, refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further information. The chime volume settings include low, medium, and high. The factory default volume setting is medium. ParkSense will retain its last known configuration state through ignition cycles.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 232 232 STARTING AND OPERATING If “PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR SENSORS” appears in the instrument cluster display make sure the outer surface and the underside of the rear fascia/bumper is clean and clear of snow, ice, mud, dirt or other obstruction and then cycle the ignition. If the message continues to appear, see an authorized dealer. If “PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE SERVICE REQUIRED” appears in the instrument cluster display, see an authorized dealer.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 233 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) Before using ParkSense, it is strongly recommended that the ball mount and hitch ball assembly is disconnected from the vehicle when the vehicle is not used for towing. Failure to do so can result in injury or damage to vehicles or obstacles because the hitch ball will be much closer to the obstacle than the rear fascia when the loudspeaker sounds the continuous tone.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 234 234 STARTING AND OPERATING The automatic braking function can be enabled/disabled from the Customer Programmable Features section of the Uconnect System. ParkSense will retain its last known configuration state for the automatic braking function through ignition cycles. The automatic braking function is intended to assist the driver in avoiding possible collisions with detected obstacles when backing up in REVERSE gear.
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20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 236 236 STARTING AND OPERATING The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the instrument cluster display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 237 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: ParkSense will reduce the volume of the radio, if on, when the system is sounding an audio tone. Front Park Assist Audible Alerts ParkSense will turn off the Front Park Assist audible alert (chime) after approximately three seconds when an obstacle has been detected, the vehicle is stationary, and brake pedal is applied. Adjustable Chime Volume Settings Front and Rear chime volume settings can be selected from the Uconnect System.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 238 238 STARTING AND OPERATING When the gear selector is moved to REVERSE and the system has detected a faulted condition, the instrument cluster display will display a "PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR SENSORS", "PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE FRONT SENSORS" or "PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE SERVICE REQUIRED" pop up message for five seconds.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 239 STARTING AND OPERATING Use the ParkSense switch to turn the ParkSense system off if objects such as bicycle carriers, trailer hitches, etc. are placed within 12 inches (30 cm) from the rear fascia/ bumper. Failure to do so can result in the system misinterpreting a close object as a sensor problem, causing the “PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE SERVICE REQUIRED” message to be displayed in the instrument cluster.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 240 240 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The driver is always responsible for controlling the vehicle, responsible for any surrounding objects, and must intervene as required. The system is provided to assist the driver and not to substitute the driver.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 241 STARTING AND OPERATING The ParkSense Active Park Assist system will allow a maximum of six shifts between DRIVE and REVERSE. If the maneuver cannot be completed within six shifts, the system will cancel and the instrument cluster display will instruct the driver to complete the maneuver manually.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 242 242 STARTING AND OPERATING The feature will only indicate the last detected parking space (example: if passing multiple available parking spaces, the system will only indicate the last detected parking space for the maneuver). Once the vehicle is at a standstill with your hands removed from the steering wheel, you will be instructed to place the gear selector into the REVERSE position.
20_WK_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 243 STARTING AND OPERATING When the driver places the gear selector into the REVERSE position, the system may instruct the driver to wait for steering to complete. NOTE: When the system instructs the driver to remove their hands from the steering wheel, the driver should check their surroundings and begin to back up slowly. The ParkSense Active Park Assist system will allow a maximum of six shifts between DRIVE and REVERSE.