6. Release brake pedal and ensure that there is no vehicle
movement.
7. Shut the engine off and place the ignition key into the
unlocked OFF position.
8. Shift automatic transmission into P (Park).
9. Apply parking brake.
10. Attach vehicle to the tow vehicle with tow bar.
11. Release parking brake.
CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the trans-
mission is shifted into P (Park) with the transfer case
in N (Neutral) and the engine running. With the
transfer case in N (Neutral) ensure that the engine is
off prior to shifting the transmission into P (Park)
(refer to steps7±8above).
Shifting Out Of Neutral (N)
Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for
normal usage.
1. Shift automatic transmission into N (Neutral) or de-
press clutch pedal on manual transmission.
2. Shift transfer case lever into desired position.
3. Shift automatic transmission into D (Drive) or release
clutch on manual transmissions.
NOTE:When shifting out of transfer case N (Neutral)
on automatic transmission equipped vehicles, turning
the engine off may be required to avoid gear clash.
206 STARTING AND OPERATING
NWindshield Washers...................238
NExhaust System......................238
NCooling System.......................239
NHoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses.......242
NBrake System........................243
NAutomatic Transmission................245
NHydraulic Clutch Fluid Ð
Manual Transmission..................246
NManual Transmission..................246
NTransfer Case........................247
NFront/Rear Axle Fluid..................248
NAppearance Care And Protection
From Corrosion......................248mFuse Panel...........................254
NInterior Fuses........................254
NUnderhood Fuses
(Power Distribution Center)..............256
mVehicle Storage........................256
mReplacement Bulbs Ð If Equipped.........257
mFluid Capacities.......................258
mRecommended Fluids, Lubricants And
Genuine Parts
.........................259
NEngine.............................259
NChassis............................260
222 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
2. The engine should be running at curb idle speed for a
minimum of 60 seconds.
3. Fully apply parking brake.
4. Apply the brakes and shift the transmission into P
(Park).
5. The fluidMUSTbe checked with the transmission in
P (Park) to be sure that the fluid level is accurate.
6. Wipe the dipstick clean and reinsert until seated.
Remove dipstick and note reading.
At normal operating temperature (approximately 180É F
(82É C), the fluid level is correct if it is in the HOT region
(cross-hatched area) on the oil level indicator. The fluid
level indicator should be in the COLD region at 70É F (21É
C) fluid temperature.
If the fluid level is low, add sufficient fluid to bring to the
proper level. Refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants
and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type.
Fluid is added through the dipstick tube.NOTE:To prevent dirt and water from entering the
transmission after checking or replenishing fluid, make
certain that the dipstick cap is properly reseated.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad-
dition of any additives to the transmission. The only
exception to this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in
detecting fluid leaks. The use of transmission sealers
should be avoided as they may adversely affect seals.
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Ð Manual Transmission
The clutch hydraulic system is a sealed maintenance free
system. In the event of leakage or other malfunction, the
system must be replaced.
Manual Transmission
Selection of Lubricant
Use only manufacturer's recommended manual trans-
mission fluid, refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants,
and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type.
246 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
To access the fuse panel the glove box must be removed.
It is removed by slipping the glove box strap off the hook
and letting the door roll down off its hinges. To reinstall,
position the glove box door at an 8 o'clock orientation,
engage the hinge hook formations on the lower edge of
the glove box door with the hinge pins on the lower edge
of the instrument panel. Tilt the upper edge of the glove
box door upward toward the instrument panel enough to
reattach the glove box strap to the door. Rotate glove box
door to closed position. Open and close to insure proper
installation.
Cavity Fuse Description
1 20 Amp Yellow Park Lights, Skim
(Sentry Key)
2 20 Amp Yellow Stop Lights
3 20 Amp Yellow Subwoofer System
4 10 Amp Red Door Switch Defeat
5 10 Amp Red Airbag
6 20 Amp Yellow Rear Wiper
7 10 Amp Red Back-Up Lights, Rear Win-
dow Defroster Relay, ABS
8 10 Amp Red HEVAC
Cavity Fuse Description
9 10 Amp Red Airbag
10 10 Amp Red Instrument Cluster
11 10 Amp Red Solenoids, DRL
12 10 Amp Red Power Distribution Relays,
Skim (Sentry Key)
13 10 Amp Red Turn Signals
14 10 Amp Red Radio
15 10 Amp Red HBL (Rear Window De-
froster) Switch
16 10 Amp Red Headlamp Aim (Export
Only)
17 25 Amp Natu-
ralFront Wiper
18 20 Amp Yellow Cigar Lighter
19 20 Amp Yellow Spare
20 20 Amp Yellow Transmission: Manual -
Clutch Interlock Switch By-
pass Automatic - Ignition
Starter Circuit
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 255
7
Hoses.............................. 243
Master Cylinder...................... 244
Parking............................ 175
Warning Light....................... 119
Brakes............................... 177
Brake/Transmission Interlock.............. 166
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle...... 39
Bulb Replacement...................... 257
Calibration, Compass..................... 47
Capacities, Fluid....................... 258
Caps, Filler
Fuel............................... 200
Power Steering....................... 236
Car Washes........................... 249
Carpeting............................. 252
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance....... 148
Cassette Tape Player.........126,130,132,140,142
Catalytic Converter..................... 232
Caution, Exhaust Gas..................... 40
CD Changer........................133,138
CD Player......................128,135,137
CD Player Maintenance.................. 149Cellular Phone......................... 149
Chains, Tire........................... 196
Changing A Flat Tire.................... 213
Chart, Tire Sizing....................... 185
Check Engine Light..................... 118
Child Restraint.....................29,33,36
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............. 33
Cigar Lighter........................... 62
Climate Control........................ 149
Clock................................ 120
Clutch Interlocking Ignition System......160,165
Compact Disc Maintenance............... 149
Compact Disc Player.................... 140
Compass.............................. 46
Compass Calibration..................... 47
Compass Variance....................... 48
Console............................... 65
Console, Floor.......................... 65
Contract, Service....................... 282
Converter, Catalytic..................... 232
Cooling System........................ 239
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)............. 241
Coolant Capacity..................... 258
INDEX 289
10
Hood Release.......................... 55
Hoses............................242,243
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid.................. 246
Ignition
Key ................................ 11
Illuminated Entry....................... 15
Infant Restraint.......................29,30
Inflation Pressure Tires................... 192
Inside Rearview Mirror................... 46
Instrument Cluster...................... 115
Instrument Panel and Controls............. 114
Interior Appearance Care................. 252
Interior Fuses.......................... 254
Interior Lights.......................... 56
Intermittent Wipers...................... 58
Introduction............................ 4
Jack Location.......................... 211
Jack Operation......................... 214
Jacking Instructions..................... 214
Jump Starting......................... 216Key, Programming....................... 13
Key Release Button...................... 11
Key, Replacement....................... 13
Key, Sentry............................ 12
Key-In Reminder........................ 12
Keys................................. 11
Lane Change and Turn Signals............. 116
Lap Belts.............................. 17
Lap/Shoulder Belts...................... 17
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether
for CHildren)........................... 33
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 197
Lighter, Cigar.......................... 62
Lights................................ 56
Airbag...........................29,118
Anti-Lock........................... 119
Anti-Lock Warning.................... 119
Brake Warning....................... 119
Check Engine........................ 118
Check Gauges........................ 118
Cruise.............................. 116
INDEX 293
10
Tire and Loading Information Placard....... 188
Tire Identification Number (TIN)........... 187
Tire Markings......................... 184
Tire Safety Information................... 184
Tires ................................ 191
Air Pressure......................... 192
Alignment.......................... 195
Alignment and Balance................. 195
Balancing........................... 195
Chains............................. 196
Changing........................ 211,213
General Information................... 191
High Speed......................... 193
Inflation Pressures.................... 192
Jacking............................. 214
Load Capacity....................... 188
Pressure Label....................... 192
Radial............................. 193
Replacement......................... 194
Rotation............................ 196
Sizes............................... 185
Spare Tire........................... 213
Spinning............................ 193Tread Wear Indicators.................. 194
Wheel Nut Torque.................... 215
To Open Hood.......................... 55
Torque Converter Clutch................. 170
Towing...........................202,219
Disabled Vehicle...................... 219
Recreational......................... 205
Trailering........................... 202
Trac-Lok Rear Axle...................... 173
Trailer Towing......................... 202
Hitches............................. 197
Transfer Case.......................... 247
Four-Wheel-Drive Operation............. 170
Maintenance......................... 247
Transmission
Automatic.......................... 165
Maintenance......................245,246
Manual............................. 163
Shifting............................ 163
Transporting Pets........................ 39
Tread Wear Indicators................... 194
Trip Odometer......................... 119
Trip Odometer Reset Button............... 119
298 INDEX