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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.
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HAZARD WARNING FLASHER
The flasher switch is on top of the steering column, just
behind the steering wheel. Depress the switch and both
cluster indicators and all front and rear directional sig-
nals will flash. Depress the switch again to turn Hazard
Warning Flashers off.Do not use this emergency warning system when the
vehicle is in motion. Use it when your vehicle is disabled
and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists.
If it is necessary to leave the vehicle to go for service, the
flasher system will continue to operate with the ignition
key removed and the vehicle locked.
NOTE:With extended use, the flasher may wear down
your battery.
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can reduce the
potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac-
tion.
²On the highways Ð Slow down.
²In city traffic Ð While stopped, put transmission in N
(Neutral), but do not increase engine idle speed.
NOTE:There are steps that you can take to slow down
an impending overheat condition. If your air conditioner
is on, turn it off. The air conditioning system adds heat to
the engine cooling system and turning off the A/C
removes this heat. You can also turn the Temperature
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To remove the jack from its stowage position, carefully
release the rubber strap from the bracket. Turn the thumb
screw counterclockwise to loosen jack and then remove it
from the bracket.
WARNING!
Always store the jack, lug wrench, jack handle
driver, jack extension, and spare, flat or damaged tire
securely in the proper place. Never leave them loose
in the vehicle where they could become dangerous
projectiles during a quick stop or collision.
WARNING!
The jack is designed to use as a tool for changing
tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the
vehicle for service purposes, unless suitable sup-
ports are placed under the vehicle as a safety mea-
sure. The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level
surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas.
CAUTION!
Never use your vehicle jack on the bumpers, sills or
underbody of your vehicle. Damage may result.
Place your vehicle jack only under an axle and in the
positions shown for ªTire Changing Procedures.º
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Spare Tire Location
To remove the spare tire from the carrier, remove the tire
cover, if equipped, and remove the lug nuts with the lug
wrench turning them counterclockwise. If equipped with
an anti-theft lug nut (A), use the ªKeyº (B) and the lug
wrench. The ªKeyº is stored in the glove box.
NOTE:If you have added aftermarket accessories to the
spare tire mounted carrier, it cannot exceed a gross
weight of 50 lbs (23 kg) including the weight of the spare
tire.
Tire Changing Procedures
WARNING!
You can be injured or killed if you try to change a
wheel too close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off
the road to avoid being hit when operating the jack
or changing the wheel.
Preparation
²
Park on a firm, level surface well off the road, to
provide ample work space. Place automatic transmis-
sion in P (Park), or manual transmission in R (Re-
verse), and stop engine. Set parking brake firmly and
activate hazard warning flasher.
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²Get everyone out of the vehicle before you jack it up.
If the jack should fall, someone in the vehicle could be
hurt.
²Block tire diagonally oppo-
site tire to be changed to pre-
vent forward and backward
vehicle movement.
Instructions
1. Remove spare tire, jack and tools from stored location.
2. Before raising vehicle, loosen lug nuts on wheel with
flat tire.
3. Assemble the jack and jacking tools as shown. Connect
jack handle driver (1) to extension (2) then to lug wrench
(3).4. Operate jack from the front or the rear of the vehicle.
Place the jack under the axle tube, as shown.
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5. Use a clockwise rotation to raise the jack. Raise vehicle
just enough to be able to remove flat tire and install spare
tire.
6. Remove lug nuts and wheel.
7. Position spare wheel/tire on vehicle and install lug
nuts with cone-shaped end toward wheel. Lightly tighten
nuts clockwise. To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off
the jack, do not tighten the nuts fully until the vehicle has
been lowered.
8. Lower the vehicle by using a counterclockwise rota-
tion to lower the jack.
9. Finish tightening the lug nuts securely in crisscross
pattern as shown. Tighten to 85-110 ft. lbs. (115-149 N´m).10. Remove jack assembly and wheel blocks.
11. Secure jack, lug wrench, jack handle driver, jack
extension, and tire in proper locations.
WARNING!
Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to
help prevent personal injury or damage to your
vehicle:
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²Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the
edge of the roadway as possible before raising the
vehicle.
²Apply the parking brake firmly before jacking.
²Always block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel
being raised.
²Do not raise the vehicle higher than is necessary to
remove the tire.
²Never start the engine with the vehicle on a jack.
²Do not let passengers sit in the vehicle when it is on a
jack.
²Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack.
²Failure to follow the ªTire Changing Procedureº may
result in personal injury or damage to your vehicle.
²Only use the jack in the positions indicated.
JUMP STARTING
WARNING!
To prevent personal injury or damage to clothing, do
not allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin, or
fabrics. Do not lean over a battery when connecting
jumper cables or allow cable clamps to touch each
other. Keep open flames or sparks away from battery
vent holes. Always wear eye protection when work-
ing with batteries. Do not use a booster battery or
any other booster source that has a greater than
12±volt system, i.e. do not use a 24±volt power
source.
Your vehicle is equipped with a 12±volt battery. If it
becomes necessary to use a booster battery, with jumper
cables, to start the vehicle's engine because it's battery is
discharged, the following procedure should be followed:
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If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated
level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all
surfaces. Refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and
Genuine Parts for correct fluid type.
Driveline And Steering Component Lubrication
U-joints (cardan joints) are sealed and do not require
lubrication. Prop shafts, yokes, ball joints and other
driveline and steering components may be provided with
grease fittings for lubrication. Lubrication of these com-
ponents at the intervals specified in the appropriate
ªMaintenance Scheduleº in Section 8 is very important,
particularly if your vehicle is subjected to off-road or
other heavy-duty use. See your authorized dealer for
complete service information.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, doors, tailgate and hood hinges, should be
lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy operation
and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the appli-
cation of any lubricant, the parts concerned should be
wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating
excess oil and grease should be removed. Particularattention should also be given to hood latching compo-
nents to insure proper function. When performing other
underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism
and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the fall and spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant such as MopartLock
Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild non-abrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula-
tions of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield. Avoid using the wiper blades to
remove frost or ice from the windshield. Keep the blade
rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as
engine oil, gasoline, etc.
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