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WARNING!
²Anti-lock system (ABS) cannot prevent the natu-
ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor
can it increase braking or steering efficiency be-
yond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle
brakes and tires or the traction afforded.
²The ABS cannot prevent accidents, including
those resulting from excessive speed in turns,
following another vehicle too closely, or hydro-
planing. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver
can prevent accidents.
²The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must
never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous
manner which could jeopardize the user's safety
or the safety of others.
The ABS light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake Sys-
tem. The light will come on when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on for
as long as four seconds.
If the ABS light remains on or comes on while driving, it
indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system
is not functioning and that service is required. However,
the conventional brake system will continue to operate
normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on.
If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced
as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti-Lock
brakes. If the ABS light does not come on when the
Ignition switch is turned to the ON position, have the
bulb repaired as soon as possible.
If both the Brake Warning Light and the ABS Light
remain on, the Anti-Lock brakes (ABS) and Electronic
Brake Force Distribution (EBD) systems are not function-
ing. Immediate repair to the ABS system is required.
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NSteering Shaft Seal....................283
NSteering Linkage......................283
NDrive Shaft Universal Joints..............283
NBody Lubrication.....................284
NWindshield Wiper Blades................284
NWindshield And Rear Window Washers.....285
NExhaust System......................285
NCooling System.......................286
NHoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses.......291
NBrakes.............................292
NMaster Cylinder Ð ABS Brakes Brake Fluid
Level Check.........................293
NFuel System Hoses....................294NAutomatic Transmission................295
NAll Wheel Drive (AWD) Ð If Equipped.....298
NFront And Rear Wheel Bearings...........300
NAppearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion...........................300
NCleaning The Center Console Cup Holders . . . 304
mIntegrated Power Module (IPM)............305
mVehicle Storage........................306
mReplacement Light Bulbs.................306
mBulb Replacement......................307
NStandard Quad Headlights...............307
NHigh Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID)
Ð If Equipped.......................308
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EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle's emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states which have an I/M (Inspection and
Maintenance) requirement, this check verifies the
following: the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp)
is functioning and is not on when the engine is running,
and that the OBD (On Board Diagnostic) system is ready
for testing.
Normally, the OBD system will be ready. The OBD
system maynotbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, if you recently had a dead battery, or a battery
replacement. If the OBD system should be determined
not ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle's OBD system is ready, you must do
the following:
1. Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch.
2. Turn the ignition to the ON position, but do not crank
or start the engine.
3. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.
4. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, you
will see your MIL symbol come on as part of a normal
bulb check.
5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will
happen:
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VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21
days you may want to take steps to protect your battery.
You may:
²Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
²Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (i.e. vacation) for two weeks or more, run the
air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes
in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will
insure adequate system lubrication to minimize the
possibility of compressor damage when the system is
started again.
REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS
LIGHT BULBS Ð Interior Bulb Number
Center & Rear Reading Lights............... 578
Front Door Courtesy Light.................. 578
Liftgate Light(s).......................... 578
Overhead Console Reading Lights...........212±2
Visor Vanity Lights.....................V26377
NOTE:For lighted switches, see your dealer for replace-
ment instructions.
All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glass
cartridge types. Aluminum base bulbs are not approved
and should not be used for replacement.
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LIGHT BULBS Ð Exterior Bulb Number
Back-up............................... 921
Rear Stop, Turn Signal....................3157
Rear Sidemarker......................... 168
Fog Light.............................880L
Front Turn Signal........................3157
Front Sidemarker......................... 194
Headlight.............................. H7
License................................ 168
BULB REPLACEMENT
Standard Quad Headlights
1. Remove the two screws securing the headlight mod-
ule to the vehicle and pull the headlight module forward
away from the vehicle.2. Remove the rubber boot seals.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector.
4. Rotate the bulb to the left and replace the bulb.
Reinstall the rubber boot seals and then the headlight
module.
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CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil
contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the
bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the
bulb with rubbing alcohol.
High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID) Ð If
Equipped
The headlights are a type of high voltage discharge tube.
High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the
headlight switch off and the key removed.Because of
this, you should not attempt to service a headlight bulb
yourself. If a headlight bulb fails, take your vehicle to
an authorized dealer for service.
WARNING!
A transient high tension occurs at the bulb sockets of
High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights when the
headlight switch is turned ON. It may cause serious
electrical shock or electrocution if not serviced prop-
erly. See your authorized dealer for service.
NOTE:On vehicles equipped with High Intensity Dis-
charge Headlights (HID), when the headlights are turned
on there is a blue hue to the lights. This diminishes and
becomes more white after approximately 10 seconds, as
the system charges.
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Front Park/Turn Signal and Sidemarker Lights
1. Remove the two screws securing the headlight mod-
ule to the vehicle and pull the headlight module forward
away from the vehicle.2. Twist the bulb socket to remove from the headlight
module and pull the bulb from socket.
3. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket and then reinstall
the headlight module.
Front Fog Light
1. Remove the screw from the front of the fog light and
pull out from the front of the fascia.
2. Twist the front fog light bulb to remove from the fog
light module.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the
bulb.
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CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil
contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the
bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the
bulb with rubbing alcohol.
Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, Side Marker and
Back-up Lights
1. Raise the liftgate.
2. Remove the two tail light assembly screws and rotate
the assembly outward to remove the ball stud form the
attaching grommet.3. Squeeze the socket assembly tabs to remove it from the
housing.
4. Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket.
5. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket, and reattach the
tail light assembly.
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