Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
This emergency operating mode allows the vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency situation. If an overheated engine condition exists, an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage. In this mode, there is significant loss in power and engine performance.
2.4L L4 Engine
The engine coolant temperature warning light comes on the instrument panel, to indicate the vehicle has entered overheated engine protection operating mode.
Driving extended distances and/or towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided.
3.6L V6 Engine
The engine coolant temperature warning light comes on the instrument panel, to indicate the vehicle has entered overheated engine protection operating mode.
The temperature gauge also indicates an overheat condition exists. Driving extended distances and/or towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided.
See also:
Engine Oil Life System
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The oil life system sho ...
Remote Vehicle Start
If available, this feature allows the
engine to be started from outside
the vehicle.
The button will be on the RKE
transmitter if the vehicle has remote
start.
Laws in some local communitie ...
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
Take off the wheel cover or center cap, if the vehicle has one, to reach the wheel bolts.
1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Flat for more information.
2. Turn the wh ...