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3. Add fuel to your vehicle from the fuel

container.

4. Remove the fuel filler funnel.

5. Fully close the fuel filler door.

6. Clean the fuel filler funnel and place it

back in your vehicle or correctly dispose
of it.

Note: Extra funnels can be purchased from
an authorized dealer if you choose to
dispose of the funnel.

REFUELING

Refueling System Overview

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C

A

Fuel filler door.

A

Fuel tank filler valve.

B

Fuel tank filler pipe.

C

Your vehicle does not have a fuel tank filler
cap.

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B

C

D

Left-hand side. To open the fuel
filler door, press the center rear
edge of the fuel filler door and
then release.

A

Right-hand side. To open the fuel
filler door, press the center rear
edge of the fuel filler door and
then release.

B

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Left-hand side. Pull the rear of the
fuel filler door to open it.

C

Right-hand side. Pull the rear of the
fuel filler door to open it.

D

Refueling Your Vehicle

WARNING: When refueling always

shut the engine off and never allow sparks
or open flames near the fuel tank filler
valve. Never smoke or use a cell phone
while refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely
hazardous under certain conditions. Avoid
inhaling excess fumes.

WARNING: The fuel system may be

under pressure. If you hear a hissing sound
near the fuel filler inlet, do not refuel until
the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may spray
out, which could cause serious personal
injury.

WARNING: Do not pry open the fuel

tank filler valve. This could damage the fuel
system. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in fire, personal injury or death.

WARNING: Do not remove the fuel

pump nozzle from its fully inserted position
when refueling.

WARNING: Stop refueling when the

fuel pump nozzle automatically shuts off
for the first time. Failure to follow this will
fill the expansion space in the fuel tank and
could lead to fuel overflowing.

WARNING: Do not overfill the fuel

tank. The pressure in an overfilled tank
may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray
and fire.

WARNING: Wait at least five seconds

before removing the fuel pump nozzle to
allow any residual fuel to drain into the fuel
tank.

1. Fully open the fuel filler door.

2. Select the correct fuel pump nozzle for

your vehicle.

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3. Insert the fuel pump nozzle up to the first

notch on the nozzle A.  Keep the fuel
pump nozzle resting on the fuel tank filler
pipe.

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A

B

4. Hold the fuel pump nozzle in position B

when refueling.  Holding the fuel pump
nozzle in position A can affect the flow
of fuel and shut off the fuel pump nozzle
before the fuel tank is full.

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A

B

5. Operate the fuel pump nozzle within the

area shown.

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6. When you finish refueling slightly raise

the fuel pump nozzle and slowly remove
it.

7. Fully close the fuel filler door.

Do not attempt to start the engine if you have
filled the fuel tank with incorrect fuel.
Incorrect fuel use could cause damage not
covered by the vehicle Warranty. Have your
vehicle immediately checked.

Refueling System Warning

 (If Equipped)

If the fuel tank filler valve does not fully close,
a message could appear in the information
display.

Message

Check Fuel Fill Inlet

If the message appears, do the following:

1. Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to

do so and switch the engine off.

2. Shift into park (P) or neutral (N).

3. Apply the parking brake.

4. Fully open the fuel filler door.

5. Check the fuel tank filler valve for any

debris that may be restricting its
movement.

6. Remove any debris from the fuel tank

filler valve.

7. Fully insert a fuel pump nozzle or the fuel

filler funnel provided with your vehicle
into the fuel filler pipe.  See Fuel Filler
Funnel Location (page 181).   This action
should dislodge any debris that may be
preventing the fuel tank filler valve from
fully closing.

8. Remove the fuel pump nozzle or fuel filler

funnel from the fuel filler pipe.

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9. Fully close the fuel filler door.

Note: The message may not immediately
reset. If the message continues to appear
and a warning lamp illuminates, have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.

FUEL CONSUMPTION

Advertised Capacity

The advertised capacity is the maximum
amount of fuel that you can add to the fuel
tank after running out of fuel. Included in the
advertised capacity is an empty reserve. The
empty reserve is an unspecified amount of
fuel that remains in the fuel tank when the
fuel gauge indicates empty.

Note: The amount of fuel in the empty
reserve varies and should not be relied upon
to increase driving range.

Fuel Economy

Your vehicle calculates fuel economy figures
through the trip computer average fuel
function.  See General Information (page
112).

The first 1,000 mi (1,500 km) of driving is the
break-in period of the engine. A more
accurate measurement is obtained after
2,000 mi (3,000 km).

Impacting Fuel Economy

•

Incorrect tire inflation pressures.

•

Fully loading your vehicle.

•

Carrying unnecessary weight.

•

Adding certain accessories to your
vehicle such as bug deflectors, rollbars
or light bars, running boards and ski
racks.

•

Using fuel blended with alcohol.  See
Fuel Quality (page 181).

•

Fuel economy may decrease with lower
temperatures.

•

Fuel economy may decrease when
driving short distances.

•

You may get better fuel economy when
driving on flat terrain than when driving
on hilly terrain.

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EMISSION LAW

WARNING: Do not remove or alter

the original equipment floor covering or
insulation between it and the metal floor
of the vehicle. The floor covering and
insulation protect occupants of the vehicle
from the engine and exhaust system heat
and noise. On vehicles with no original
equipment floor covering insulation, do not
carry passengers in a manner that permits
prolonged skin contact with the metal floor.
Failure to follow these instructions may
result in fire or personal injury.

U.S. federal laws and certain state laws
prohibit removing or rendering inoperative
emission control system components. Similar
federal or provincial laws may apply in
Canada. We do not approve of any vehicle
modification without first determining
applicable laws.

Tampering with emissions control
systems including related sensors
or the Diesel Exhaust Fluid system

can result in reduced engine power and the
illumination of the service engine soon light.

Tampering With a Noise Control
System

Federal laws prohibit the following acts:
•

Removal or rendering inoperative by any
person other than for purposes of
maintenance.

•

Repair or replacement of any device or
element of the design incorporated into
a new vehicle for the purpose of noise
control prior to its sale or delivery to the
ultimate purchaser or while it is in use.

•

The use of the vehicle after any person
removes or renders inoperative any
device or element of the design.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
may presume to constitute tampering as
follows:
•

Removal of hood blanket, fender apron
absorbers, fender apron barriers,
underbody noise shields or acoustically
absorptive material.

•

Tampering or rendering inoperative the
engine speed governor, to allow engine
speed to exceed manufacturer
specifications.

If the engine does not start, runs rough,
experiences a decrease in engine
performance, experiences excess fuel
consumption or produces excessive exhaust
smoke, check for the following:
•

A plugged or disconnected air inlet
system hose.

•

A plugged engine air filter element.

•

Water in the fuel filter and water
separator.

•

A clogged fuel filter.

•

Contaminated fuel.

•

Air in the fuel system, due to loose
connections.

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An open or pinched sensor hose.

•

Incorrect engine oil level.

•

Incorrect fuel for climatic conditions.

•

Incorrect engine oil viscosity for climactic
conditions.

Note: Some vehicles have a lifetime fuel filter
that is integrated with the fuel tank. Regular
maintenance or replacement is not needed.

Note: If these checks do not help you correct
the concern, have your vehicle checked as
soon as possible.

Noise Emissions Warranty, Prohibited
Tampering Acts and Maintenance

On January 1, 1978, Federal regulation
became effective governing the noise
emission on trucks over 10,000 lb (4,536 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The
preceding statements concerning prohibited
tampering acts and maintenance, and the
noise warranty found in the Warranty Guide,
are applicable to complete chassis cabs over
10,000 lb (4,536 kg) GVWR.

CATALYTIC CONVERTER

WARNING: Do not park, idle or drive

your vehicle on dry grass or other dry
ground cover. The emission system heats
up the engine compartment and exhaust
system, creating the risk of fire.

WARNING: The normal operating

temperature of the exhaust system is very
high. Never work around or attempt to
repair any part of the exhaust system until
it has cooled. Use special care when
working around the catalytic converter.
The catalytic converter heats up to a very
high temperature after only a short period
of engine operation and stays hot after the
engine is switched off.

WARNING: Exhaust leaks may result

in entry of harmful and potentially lethal
fumes into the passenger compartment. If
you smell exhaust fumes inside your
vehicle, have your vehicle inspected
immediately. Do not drive if you smell
exhaust fumes.

Your vehicle has various emission control
components and a catalytic converter that
enables it to comply with applicable exhaust
emission standards.

To make sure that the catalytic converter and
other emission control components continue
to work properly:
•

Do not crank the engine for more than
10 seconds at a time.

•

Do not run the engine with a spark plug
lead disconnected.

•

Do not push-start or tow-start your
vehicle. Use booster cables.  See Jump
Starting the Vehicle (page 278).

•

Use only the specified fuel listed.

•

Do not switch the ignition off when your
vehicle is moving.

•

Avoid running out of fuel.

•

Have the items listed in scheduled
maintenance information performed
according to the specified schedule.

Note: Resulting component damage may
not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.

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Engine Emission Control

The scheduled maintenance items listed in
scheduled maintenance information are
essential to the life and performance of your
vehicle and to its emissions system.

If you use anything other than Lincoln,
Motorcraft or Lincoln-authorized parts for
maintenance replacements or for service of
components affecting emission control, such
non-Lincoln parts should be equivalent to
genuine Lincoln Motor Company parts in
performance and durability.

Illumination of the service engine soon
indicator, charging system warning light or
the temperature warning light, fluid leaks,
strange odors, smoke or loss of engine
power could indicate that the emission
control system is not working properly.

An improperly operating or damaged exhaust
system may allow exhaust to enter the
vehicle. Have a damaged or improperly
operating exhaust system inspected and
repaired immediately.

Do not make any unauthorized changes to
your vehicle or engine. By law, vehicle
owners and anyone who manufactures,
repairs, services, sells, leases, trades
vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are
not permitted to intentionally remove an
emission control device or prevent it from
working. Information about your vehicle’s
emission system is on the Vehicle Emission
Control Information Decal located on or near
the engine. This decal also lists engine
displacement.

Please consult your warranty information for
complete details.

On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)

Your vehicle has a computer known as the
on-board diagnostics system (OBD-II) that
monitors the engine’s emission control
system. The system protects the environment
by making sure that your vehicle continues
to meet government emission standards. The
OBD-II system also assists a service
technician in properly servicing your vehicle.

When the service engine soon
indicator illuminates, the OBD-II
system has detected a malfunction.

Temporary malfunctions may cause the
service engine soon indicator to illuminate.
Examples are:

1. Your vehicle has run out of fuel—the

engine may misfire or run poorly.

2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel—the

engine may misfire or run poorly.

3. The fuel fill inlet may not have closed

properly.  See Refueling (page 183).

4. Driving through deep water—the

electrical system may be wet.

You can correct these temporary
malfunctions by filling the fuel tank with good
quality fuel, properly closing the fuel fill inlet
or letting the electrical system dry out. After
three driving cycles without these or any
other temporary malfunctions present, the
service engine soon indicator should stay off
the next time you start the engine. A driving
cycle consists of a cold engine startup
followed by mixed city and highway driving.
No additional vehicle service is required.

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If the service engine soon indicator remains
on, have your vehicle serviced at the first
available opportunity. Although some
malfunctions detected by the OBD-II may not
have symptoms that are apparent, continued
driving with the service engine soon indicator
on can result in increased emissions, lower
fuel economy, reduced engine and
transmission smoothness and lead to more
costly repairs.

Readiness for Inspection and
Maintenance (I/M) Testing

Some state and provincial and local
governments may have
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) programs to
inspect the emission control equipment on
your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection
could prevent you from getting a vehicle
registration.

If the service engine soon indicator
is on or the bulb does not work,
your vehicle may need service.

See On-Board Diagnostics.

Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test if the
service engine soon indicator is on or not
working properly (bulb is burned out), or if
the OBD-II system has determined that some
of the emission control systems have not
been properly checked. In this case, the
vehicle is not ready for I/M testing.

If the vehicle’s engine or transmission has
just been serviced, or the battery has
recently run down or been replaced, the
OBD-II system may indicate that the vehicle
is not ready for I/M testing. To determine if
the vehicle is ready for I/M testing, turn the
ignition key to the on position for 15 seconds
without cranking the engine. If the service
engine soon indicator blinks eight times, it
means that the vehicle is not ready for I/M
testing; if the service engine soon indicator
stays on solid, it means that your vehicle is
ready for I/M testing.

The OBD-II system checks the emission
control system during normal driving. A
complete check may take several days.

If the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing, you
can perform the following driving cycle
consisting of mixed city and highway driving:

1. 15 minutes of steady driving on an

expressway or highway followed by 20
minutes of stop-and-go driving with at
least four 30-second idle periods.

2. Allow your vehicle to sit for at least eight

hours with the ignition off. Then, start the
vehicle and complete the above driving
cycle. The vehicle must warm up to its
normal operating temperature. Once
started, do not turn off the vehicle until
the above driving cycle is complete.

If the vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing,
you need to repeat the above driving cycle.

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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

WARNING: Always fully apply the

parking brake and make sure you shift into
park (P). Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury or death.

WARNING: Do not apply the brake

pedal and accelerator pedal
simultaneously. Applying both pedals
simultaneously for more than a few
seconds will limit engine performance,
which may result in difficulty maintaining
speed in traffic and could lead to serious
injury.

Note: You may not be able to shift out of
park (P) unless the intelligent access key is
inside your vehicle.

Push Button Shift Transmission

Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic
transmission. The transmission selector is
located on the instrument panel next to the
display screen. The gears are selected by
pressing and releasing the PRNDS buttons.

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Every time you select a gear, the button will
light up. The selected gear also appears in
the instrument cluster.

Putting your vehicle in gear:

1. Fully press down on the brake pedal.
2. Press and release the button of the gear

you want to select.

3. The button you select will illuminate and

the selected gear appears in the
instrument cluster.

4. Release the brake pedal and your

transmission will remain in the selected
gear.

Note: If you attempt to leave your vehicle
while it is in gear, your vehicle will
automatically shift into park (P). Safety belt
and door monitors determine your intent and
make the shift for you. During this time, a
message appears in the instrument cluster
prompting you to make the shift to park (P).

Understanding the Shift Positions of
your Automatic Transmission

Note: Always come to a complete stop
before putting your vehicle into and out of
park (P).

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Park (P)

With the transmission in park (P), your vehicle
locks the transmission and prevents the
wheels from turning. Always come to a
complete stop before putting your vehicle
into and out of park (P). An audible chime
sounds once you select park (P).

When the ignition is turned off, the vehicle
will automatically shift into park (P). If the
ignition is turned off while the vehicle is
moving, it will first shift into neutral (N) until
a slow enough speed is reached. The vehicle
will then shift into park (P) automatically.

Automatic Return to Park

Note: This feature will not operate when your
vehicle is in Stay in Neutral mode or neutral
tow.

Your vehicle has a safety feature that will
automatically shift your vehicle into park (P)
when any of the following conditions occur:

•

You turn the ignition off

•

You open the driver's door with your
safety belt unlatched

•

Your safety belt is unlatched while the
driver's door is open

If you turn your vehicle off while moving, your
vehicle will first shift into neutral (N) until it
slows down enough to shift into park (P)
automatically.

Note: If you have waited an extended period
of time (2-15 minutes) before starting your
vehicle, unlatching your safety belt will cause
this feature to activate, even with the driver's
door closed.

Note: This feature may not work properly if
the door ajar switch is malfunctioning. If your
door ajar indicator does not illuminate when
you open the driver’s door or the indicator
illuminates with the driver’s door closed, see
your authorized dealer.

Reverse (R)

With the transmission in reverse (R), your
vehicle will move backward. Always come
to a complete stop before shifting into and
out of reverse (R).

Neutral (N)

With the transmission in neutral (N), you can
start your vehicle and it is free to roll. Hold
the brake pedal down while in this position.

Stay in Neutral mode

Stay in Neutral mode allows your vehicle to
stay in neutral (N) when you exit the vehicle.
Your vehicle must be stationary to enter this
mode.

To enter Stay in Neutral mode:

1. Press the neutral (N) button on your

shifter assembly.

2. A message will appear in your

information display screen prompting you
to press the neutral (N) button again to
enter Stay in Neutral mode.

3. Press the neutral (N) button again to

enter Stay in Neutral mode.

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A message will appear in your information
display screen when your vehicle has
entered Stay in Neutral mode.

Note: During this mode the N button will
flash continuously and your instrument
cluster will display N as the selected gear.

Exiting Stay in Neutral mode

To disable Stay in Neutral mode select
another gear. See the Putting the Vehicle
in Gear for instructions on how to do this.

Entering a Carwash

Note: Always put your vehicle in Stay in
Neutral mode when entering an automatic
car wash. Failure to do this could result in
vehicle damage not covered by warranty.

Drive (D)

The normal driving position for the best fuel
economy.

Sport (S)

Putting the vehicle in sport (S):

•

Provides additional engine braking and
extends lower gear operation to enhance
performance for uphill climbs, hilly terrain
or mountainous areas. This will increase
engine RPM during engine braking.

•

Provides additional lower gear operation
through the automatic transmission shift
strategy.

•

Provides gear selection more quickly and
at higher engine speeds.

SelectShift™ Automatic Transmission

Your vehicle is equipped with a SelectShift
Automatic transmission gearshift lever. The
SelectShift Automatic transmission gives you
the ability to change gears up or down as
desired.

In order to prevent the engine from running
at too low an RPM, which may cause it to
stall, SelectShift still automatically makes
some downshifts if it has determined that
you have not downshifted in time. Although
SelectShift makes some downshifts for you,
it still allows you to downshift at any time as
long as the SelectShift determines that
damage will not be caused to the engine
from over-revving.

Note: Engine damage may occur if you
maintain excessive engine revving without
shifting.

SelectShift does not automatically upshift,
even if the engine is approaching the RPM
limit. It must be shifted manually by pressing
the + button. Notice should be taken of the
shift indicator lamp, which alerts the driver
when to shift to ensure the highest level of
efficiency and fuel economy.

Pull the + paddle on the steering wheel to
activate SelectShift.

•

Pull the right paddle (+) to upshift.

•

Pull the left paddle (–) to downshift.

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SelectShift in drive (D):
•

Provides a temporary manual mode for
performing more demanding maneuvers
where extra control of gear selection is
required (for example, when towing or
overtaking). This mode will hold a
selected gear for a temporary period of
time dependent on driver inputs (for
example, steering or accelerator pedal
input).

SelectShift in sport (S):
•

Provides a permanent manual gear
selection where full control of gear
selection is required.

To exit SelectShift mode, shift the
transmission into drive (D).

Upshift to the recommended shift speeds
according to the following chart:

Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy)

Speed

Gear Upshift

To

From

15 mph (24 km/h)

2

1

25 mph (40 km/h)

3

2

40 mph (64 km/h)

4

3

45 mph (72 km/h)

5

4

50 mph (80 km/h)

6

5

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The instrument cluster displays your currently
selected gear. If a gear is requested but not
available due to vehicle conditions (low
speed, too high engine speed for requested
gear selection), the current gear will flash
three times.

Note: At full accelerator pedal travel the
transmission will auto downshift to ensure
maximum performance.

Brake-Shift Interlock Override

WARNING: When doing this

procedure, you need to take the
transmission out of park (P) which means
your vehicle can roll freely. To avoid
unwanted vehicle movement, always fully
apply the parking brake prior to doing this
procedure. Use wheels chocks if
appropriate.

WARNING: Do not drive your vehicle

until you verify that the stoplamps are
working.

WARNING: If the parking brake is

fully released, but the brake warning lamp
remains illuminated, the brakes may not
be working properly. Have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible.

Note: See your authorized dealer as soon
as possible if this procedure is used.

Note: For some markets this feature is not
available.

Note: This feature only operates if your
12-volt battery has power. If the vehicle
battery voltage is not sufficient, use an
external 12 volt power source (for example,
jumper cables, a battery charger or jump
pack) to operate interlock override switch.

Use the brake-shift interlock override to
move your transmission from the park
position in the event of an electrical
malfunction. If your vehicle has a dead
battery, you need to use an external power
source.

1. Apply the parking brake and turn your

ignition off before performing this
procedure.

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2. Locate your brake-shift interlock access

slot. The slot is located in your center
console storage bin. The access slot
does not have a label.

Note: Make sure that you correctly identify
the access hole as to not cause damage to
the center console.

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3. Using a tool, press and hold the brake

shift interlock switch. The shift buttons
on the instrument panel will flash when
your vehicle is in override mode.

4. With the override switch still held, press

the neutral (N) button to shift from park.

5. Release the override button.

6. Your vehicle will remain in neutral for

wrecker towing purposes or can be
shifted to the desired gear and driven (if
possible).

7. Release the parking brake.

Automatic Transmission Adaptive
Learning

This feature increases durability and provides
consistent shift feel over the life of your
vehicle. A new vehicle or transmission may
have firm or soft shifts. This operation will
not affect function or durability of your
transmission and is normal. Over time, the
adaptive learning process will fully update
transmission operation. Additionally, the
strategy must be relearned whenever the
battery is disconnected or a new battery is
installed.

If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or
Snow

Note: Do not rock your vehicle if your engine
is not at normal operating temperature or
damage to your transmission may occur.

Note: Do not rock your vehicle for more than
a minute or damage to your transmission
and tires may occur, or your engine may
overheat.

If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow,
you can help rock your vehicle out by shifting
between forward and reverse gears,
stopping between shifts in a steady pattern.
Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear.

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USING ALL-WHEEL DRIVE

All-Wheel Drive (AWD) uses all four wheels
to power the vehicle. This increases traction,
enabling you to drive over terrain and road
conditions that a conventional two-wheel
drive vehicle cannot. The AWD system is
active all the time and requires no input from
the operator.

Note: Your vehicle may be equipped with
Dynamic Torque Vectoring. This feature uses
all four wheels to power the vehicle and
independently controls the torque to each
rear wheel. In addition, the system has the
ability to over speed the outside rear wheel
in a turn. This increases traction and
handling performance, allowing the vehicle
to travel through road conditions and have
path following capability superior to
conventional two-wheel drive and AWD
vehicles. The Dynamic Torque Vectoring
system is active all the time and requires no
input from the operator.

Note: Your AWD vehicle is not intended for
off-road use. The AWD feature gives your
vehicle some limited off-road capabilities in
which driving surfaces are relatively level,
obstruction-free and otherwise similar to
normal on-road driving conditions. Operating
your vehicle under other than those
conditions could subject the vehicle to
excessive stress which might result in
damage which is not covered under your
warranty.

Note: When an AWD system fault is present,
the warning AWD Malfunction Service
Required displays in the information display.
The AWD system is not functioning correctly
and defaulted to front-wheel drive. When
this warning displays, have your vehicle
serviced at an authorized dealer.

Note:  The AWD OFF message may also
appear in the information display if the AWD
system overheats and defaults to front-wheel
drive.  This may occur if the vehicle is
operated in extreme conditions with
excessive wheel slip, such as deep sand. 
To resume normal AWD function as soon as
possible, stop the vehicle in a safe location
and stop the engine for at least 10 minutes. 
After the engine has been restarted and the
AWD system has adequately cooled, the
AWD OFF message will turn off and normal
AWD function returns.  If the engine is not
stopped, the AWD OFF message turns off
when the system cools and normal AWD
function returns.

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 (If Equipped)

All-Wheel Drive Messages

Action / Description

AWD Messages

Displays when the system automatically disables to protect itself. This
may be caused by operating the vehicle with the compact tire installed,
if the system is overheating or if there is an issue with another vehicle
system preventing AWD operation. The system resumes normal
operation and clears this message after cycling the ignition on and
off and driving a short distance with the road tire re-installed, after
the system is allowed to cool or after the other vehicle system issues
are resolved.

AWD OFF

Displays in conjunction with the powertrain malfunction or reduced
power light when the system is not operating properly. If the message
stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as
soon as possible.

AWD Malfunction Service Required

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