BEHIND THE WHEEL
While some may enjoy the perception of safety they feel when driving a large SUV that can plow over anything and everything it may encounter, I found the QX56 to have some disconnection from the road. Its driving quality was refined, but the ride felt floaty. I had to simply trust that it was doing what it was supposed to while driving over icy roads; I was so far away from having any direct road feedback.
Acceleration in the QX, which sports a 5.6-liter V-8 engine with 400 horsepower, is light and easy, but moving such a behemoth that quickly comes at a cost. In this case, it's fuel consumption: The QX56 gets an EPA-estimated 14/20 mpg city/highway with either rear- or four-wheel drive. Ouch.
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Operating tips
• When the selector/shift lever is shifted to the “R” (Reverse) position, the monitor screen automatically changes to the rearview monitor mode. However, the radio can be heard.
• It may take some ti ...
Antifreeze
In the winter when it is anticipated that the
outside temperature will drop below 328F
(08C), check antifreeze to assure proper
winter protection. For additional information,
see “Engine cooli ...
Canceling a remote start
To cancel a remote start, perform one of the following:
● Aim the Intelligent Key at the vehicle and press and hold until the parking
lights turn off.
● Turn on the hazard warning ...