Electronic Range Select (ERS), or manual mode, allows for the selection of the range of gear positions. Use this mode when driving downhill or towing a trailer to limit the top gear and vehicle speed. The shift position indicator within the Driver Information Center (DIC) will display a number next to the L indicating the highest available gear.
When shifting to L (Low), the transmission will shift to a preset lower gear range. The highest gear available is displayed next to the L in the DIC. All gears below that number are available to use. For example, when 4 (Fourth) is shown next to the L, 1 (First) through 4 (Fourth) gears are shifted automatically. To shift to 5 (Fifth) gear, tap the right steering wheel control or shift into D (Drive).
L (Low) will prevent shifting to a lower gear range if the engine speed is too high. If vehicle speed is not reduced within the time allowed, the lower gear range shift will not be completed. Slow the vehicle, then tap the left steering wheel control to the desired lower gear range. Cruise control can be used while in ERS.
Vehicles with this feature can operate in All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Mode. Press the switch to select AWD. See your owner's manual.
When operated in two-wheel drive, the vehicle will deliver power to the front wheels only and may provide better fuel economy.
Using a compact spare tire on an AWD vehicle reduces AWD performance to protect the system. Restore full AWD by replacing the compact spare with a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The Electric Parking Brake can always be applied, even if the vehicle is off. If electrical power is insufficient, the EPB cannot be applied or released. Avoid unnecessary repeated cycles to prevent battery drain.
The system has a red parking brake status light and an amber service parking brake warning light. There are also parking brake-related Driver Information Center (DIC) messages.
The EPB automatically releases if the vehicle is running, placed into gear, and an
