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Front and rear courtesy/reading
lamps
The dome portion of the lamp, the
center light, can be turned on when
the headlamp control is rotated fully
counterclockwise or when any door
is opened.
The reading lamp portion, the two outer lights, can only be toggled on
and off at the lamp.
BULBS
Replacing exterior bulbs
Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.
Using the right bulbs
Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs
must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America and an
“E” for Europe to assure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern
and safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly
or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn
time.
Function Number
of bulbsTrade number
Headlamps (sealed beam) 2 H5054
Headlamps (aerodynamic) 2 9007
Park lamp and turn signal (front) 2 4157K or 3157K
Back-up lamps 2 3156K or 3156
License plate lamp 1 168
Stop/tail/turn/side marker lamp 2 3457K or 3357K
High-mount brakelamp 2 912
Cargo lamp 1 211-2
Dome lamp (standard) 1 912
Map/reading lamp 2 211-2
All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer
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Replacing headlamp bulbs (aerodynamic)
1. Make sure headlamp switch is in the OFF position and open the hood.
2. Push each clip tab toward the
engine compartment and lift upward
to the stop position, then remove
the headlamp assembly.
3. Disconnect the electrical
connector from the bulb by pulling
rearward.
4. Remove the bulb retaining ring by
rotating it counterclockwise, and
slide the ring off the plastic base.
5. Pull the bulb straight out.
Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of
children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do
not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to
break the next time the headlamps are operated.
NOTE:If the bulb is accidentally touched, it should be cleaned with
alcohol before being used.
To install the new bulb, follow the removal procedures in reverse order.
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Replacing headlamp bulbs (sealed beam)
1. Make sure headlamp switch is in the OFF position and open the hood.
2. Remove the two headlamp screws
and bezel from the headlamp
housing.
3. Remove the four headlamp bulb
retaining screws and the retaining
ring.
4. Remove the headlamp.
5. Disconnect the electrical
connector from the bulb and remove
the bulb.
To install the new bulb, follow the removal procedures in reverse order.
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position.
2. Remove two screws and pull lamp assembly away from the vehicle.
3. Rotate the bulb socket
counterclockwise and remove.
4. Carefully pull the bulb straight
out of the socket.
To complete installation, follow the
removal procedures in reverse order.
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Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs
The interior cargo lamp (if equipped), on vehicles without a rear
headliner, will have to be removed from under the high-mount brakelamp
assembly located inside the vehicle. Then:
1. Remove the two screws from the
high-mount brakelamp assembly and
lift the lamp from the vehicle.
2. Remove the bulb socket from the
lamp assembly by turning
counterclockwise.
3. Carefully pull the bulb straight
out of the socket.
To install the new bulb, follow the removal procedure in reverse order.
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
1. Turn the headlamp switch to OFF
and then remove the two screws
and the license plate lamp assembly
from the rear door.
2. Remove bulb socket from lamp
assembly by turning
counterclockwise.
3. Pull the bulb out from socket and
push in the new bulb.
To install the new bulb, follow the removal procedures in reverse order.
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Replacing tail lamp/turn/backup lamp bulbs
1. Turn the headlamp switch to the
OFF position and then remove the
four screws and the lamp assembly
from vehicle.
2. Rotate bulb socket
counterclockwise and remove from
lamp assembly.
3. Carefully pull the bulb straight
out of the socket and push in the
new bulb.
To install the lamp, follow the removal procedures in reverse order.
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Deactivating/activating the BeltMinder feature
Read steps1-5thoroughly before proceeding with the
deactivation/activation programming procedure.
The BeltMinder feature can be deactivated/activated by performing the
following procedure:
Before following the procedure, make sure that:
•the parking brake is set
•the gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission)
•the ignition switch is in the OFF position
•all vehicle doors are closed
•the driver’s safety belt is unbuckled
•the parklamps/headlamps are in OFF position
To reduce the risk of injury, do not deactivate/activate the Belt
Minder feature while driving the vehicle.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT
START THE ENGINE.)
2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately 1
minute)
•Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety belt
warning light turns off.
3. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt 9 times, ending with the safety
belt in the unbuckled state.
•After step 3 is complete, the airbag warning light will be turned on for
3 seconds.
•Beltminder will automatically exit programming mode without
changing its enable status if step 4 does not occur within 10 seconds
of the end of step 3.
4. Within 10 seconds of the light turning on, buckle then unbuckle the
safety belt.
•This will disable the BeltMinder feature for that seating position if it is
currently enabled. As confirmation, the airbag warning light will flash
4 times per second for 3 seconds.
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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
When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to warm the engine. If
the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have the vehicle
checked. If your vehicle is operated in a heavy snow storm or blowing
snow conditions, the engine air induction may become partially clogged
with snow and/or ice. If this occurs, the engine may experience a
significant reduction in power output. At the earliest opportunity, clear
all the snow and/or ice away from the air induction inlet. The following
starting instructions are for vehicles equipped with a gasoline engine; if
your vehicle is equipped with a Diesel engine, refer to Starting the
engine in the your Diesel owner guide supplement.
Before starting the vehicle:
1. Make sure all occupants buckle their safety belts. For more
information on safety belts and their proper usage, refer to theSeating
and Safety Restraintschapter.
2. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
24 — Not used
25 10A Left headlamp (low beam)
26 20A Cigar lighter, Diagnostics
27 5A Radio
28 — Not used
29 — Not used
30 15A Headlamps (high beam indicator)
31 10A Right headlamp (low beam)
32 20A Power point #1 (instrument
panel)
33 10A Start relay
34 — Not used
35 — Not used
36 5A Instrument illumination
37 — Not used
38 — Not used
39 10A Trailer tow electric brake, Center
High-Mounted Stop Lamp
(CHMSL), Brake lamps
40 20A Power point #2 (2nd row seating
position - driver side)
41 30A Modified vehicle
42 20A circuit
breakerPower windows
43 — Not used
44 20A circuit
breakerWiper/washer
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.
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