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1. Make sure headlamp switch is in
OFF position, then open the trunk
and remove plastic retainer to
expose the lamp assembly hardware.
2. Carefully pull the carpet away to
expose the plastic retainer.
3. Remove three nut and washer
assemblies and the lamp assembly
from the vehicle.
4. Remove the bulb socket by
rotating it counterclockwise, then
pulling it out of the lamp assembly.
5. Pull the bulb from the socket and
push in the new bulb.
6. Install the bulb socket into the
lamp assembly by rotating it
clockwise.
7. Install the lamp assembly on the
vehicle with three nut and washer
assemblies ensuring the washers on
the nuts are flush with the body to prevent water from entering the
trunk.
8. Install the plastic retainer and carefully push the carpet back in to
place.
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Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
1. Make sure headlamp switch is in
OFF position, then remove two
screws, grommets and the license
plate lamp assembly from the trunk
lid.
2. Carefully pull the bulb from the
socket and push in the new bulb.
3. Install the lamp assembly on
trunk lid with two grommets,
ensuring the grommets are pushed
all the way in to the trunk lid and secure with two screws.
Replacing backup lamp bulbs
1. Make sure headlamp switch is in
OFF position, then open trunk and
remove bulb socket from the trunk
lid by turning counterclockwise.
2. Pull the bulb straight out of the
socket and push in the new bulb.
3. Install the bulb socket in trunk lid
by turning clockwise.
Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs
1. Make sure headlamp switch is in
OFF position, then remove two
screws from the lamp assembly.
2. Carefully lift the lamp assembly
up for access to the bulbs.
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Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry
ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine
compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed
areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door
before you start the engine. SeeGuarding against exhaust fumesin
this chapter for more instructions.
If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer
inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell
exhaust fumes.
Important safety precautions
A computer system controls the engine’s idle revolutions per minute
(RPM). When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs higher than normal in
order to warm the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down
automatically, have the vehicle checked. Do not allow the vehicle to idle
for more than 10 minutes at the higher engine RPM.
Before starting the vehicle:
1. Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckled their safety belts. For
more information on safety belts and their proper usage, refer to the
Seating and safety restraintschapter.
2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off.
3. Make sure the gearshift is in P
(Park).
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse Panel
Description
27 25A LCM for cornering lamps and high beam
headlamps
28 20A* Power windows, DDM
29—Not used
30—Not used
31—Not used
32—Not used
* Circuit breaker
Power distribution box
The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The
power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your
vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads.
Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current
fuses.
Always replace the cover to the power distribution box before
reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the
Batterysection of theMaintenance and specificationschapter.
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change oil soon warning,
message center .......................200
checking and adding ..............200
dipstick ....................................200
filter, specifications ........203, 230
recommendations ...................203
refill capacities ........................230
specifications ..................232–233
Exhaust fumes ..........................146
F
Fail safe cooling ........................210
Floor mats ...................................92
Fluid capacities .........................230
Fuel ............................................212
calculating fuel
economy ............................69, 217
cap .....................................11, 214
capacity ...................................230
choosing the right fuel ...........215
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................219
detergent in fuel .....................216
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................212, 214, 217
filter, specifications ........216, 230
fuel filler door override ............91
fuel filler door release ..............90
fuel pump shut-off switch .....163
gauge .........................................19
improving fuel economy ........217
low fuel warning light ..............14
octane rating ...................215, 233
quality ......................................216
running out of fuel .................216
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................212
Fuses ..................................164–165
G
Garage door opener ....................82Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ......11, 214
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................217
Gauges ...................................16–17
battery voltage gauge ...............19
engine coolant temperature
gauge .........................................17
engine oil pressure gauge ........18
fuel gauge ..................................19
odometer ...................................20
speedometer .............................20
trip odometer ............................21
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating) .......................................156
definition .................................156
driving with a heavy load ......156
location ....................................156
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) .......................................156
calculating ...............................156
definition .................................156
driving with a heavy load ......156
location ....................................156
H
Hazard flashers .........................163
Head restraints .........................106
Headlamps ...................................54
aiming ........................................55
autolamp system .......................54
bulb specifications ....................57
daytime running lights .............54
flash to pass ..............................55
high beam ...........................15, 55
replacing bulbs .........................57
turning on and off ....................54
warning chime ..........................16
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Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................47, 49
HomeLink universal
transceiver (see Garage
door opener) ...................70, 82, 85
Hood ..........................................198
I
Ignition ...............................143, 233
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................135
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................221
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................194
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................55
J
Jack ............................................171
positioning ...............................171
storage .....................................171
Jump-starting your vehicle ......176
K
Keyless entry system ...............100
autolock .....................................99
keypad .....................................100
programming entry code .......101
Keys .............................93, 102–104
key in ignition chime ...............16
positions of the ignition .........143L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................54
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................57
cargo lamps ...............................55
daytime running light ...............54
headlamps .................................54
headlamps, flash to pass ..........55
instrument panel, dimming .....55
interior lamps .....................56–57
replacing bulbs .......56–57, 59, 61
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................56
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
air bag ........................................13
air suspension ...........................14
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ....12, 148
brake ..........................................12
charging system ........................13
check engine .............................10
fuel cap light .............................11
high beam .................................15
low fuel ......................................14
oil pressure ...............................13
overdrive off ..............................14
safety belt .................................13
speed control ............................80
traction control active ..............13
turn signal indicator .................14
Limited slip axle
(see Traction Loc) ....................156
Load limits .................................156
GAWR ......................................156
GVWR ......................................156
trailer towing ..........................156
Locks
autolock .....................................99
childproof ..................................94
doors ..........................................93
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