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have it serviced. If the light stays on or comes on while
driving, have the system checked by an authorized
dealer.
Defrosters
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should feel the air
directed against the windshield.
Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The
Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread. Inspect for tread cuts or sidewall
cracks. Check wheel nuts for tightness and tires (includ-
ing spare) for proper pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of all exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline fumes
are detected, the cause should be located and corrected
immediately.
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NOTE:If the driver’s door is left open, and the head-
lights or parking lights are left on, the “High Beam
Indicator Light” will flash and a chime will sound.
Lights-On Reminder
If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition
is turned off, a chime will sound when the driver’s door
is opened.
Headlight Dimmer Switch
Pull the multi-function control lever towards you to
switch the headlights to HIGH beam. Pull the muti-
function control lever a second time to switch the head-
lights to LOW beam.
Passing Light
You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by
lightly pulling the multi-function control lever toward
the steering wheel. This will cause the headlights to turn
on at high beam and remain on until the lever is released.
Front Fog Lights — If Equipped
The front fog light switch is in the multi-function
control lever. To activate the front fog lights, turn
on the parking or low beam headlights and pull
out the end of the lever.
NOTE:The fog lights will only operate with the parking
lights or the headlights on low beam. Selecting high
beam headlights will turn off the fog lights.
Turn Signals
Move the multi-function control lever up or down and
the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to
show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal
lights. You can signal a lane change by moving the lever
partially up or down without moving beyond the detent.
If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is a
very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light
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7. High Beam Indicator Light
This light shows that the headlights are on high
beam. Pull the turn signal lever towards the
steering wheel to switch the headlights from high or low.
If the driver’s door is open, and the headlights or
parklights are left on, the “High Beam Indicator Light”
will flash and a chime will sound.
8. Seat Belt Indicator Light
A warning chime and an indicator light will alert
you to buckle the seat belts. When the belt is
buckled, the chime will stop, but the light will stay
on until it times out (about 6 seconds).
9. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.10. Front Axle Lock Indicator Light — If Equipped
Indicates when the front axle lock has been
activated.
11. Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light — If Equipped
Indicates when the rear axle lock has been
activated.
12. 4WD Indicator Light
This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in
the four-wheel drive mode, and the front and
rear driveshafts are mechanically locked to-
gether forcing the front and rear wheels to
rotate at the same speed. (See page 190 for more infor-
mation.)
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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:
•Remove Cartridge fuse #15 in the Power Distribution
Center labeled Ignition-Off Draw (IOD).
•Store the removed IOD fuse in the Power Distribution
Center location #11 labeled “IOD Storage.”
•Or, disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
•Anytime 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 BULBS — IF EQUIPPED
Interior Lights Bulb Type
Auto. Trans. Indicator Light................. 658
Courtesy Lights, Under Dash (1).............. 906
Heater Control Lights (2)................... 194
Rocker Switch Indicator Light
(Rear Window Defogger, and Rear Wash/Wipe).... **
Soundbar Dome Light..................... 912
** Bulbs only available from authorized dealer.
Instrument Cluster Bulb Type
Telltale (High Beam)....................... 74
Illumination............................ 103
Exterior Lights Bulb Type
Backup Lights (2)........................1156
Center High Mounted Stop Light (1).... 921orW16W
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Heater, Engine Block..................... 180
High Beam Indicator..................... 144
Holder, Cup............................ 70
Hood Release........................... 60
Hoses.............................271,272
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid.................... 276
Ignition
Key ................................. 13
Illuminated Entry........................ 17
Infant Restraint.......................... 34
Inflation Pressure Tires.................... 216
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 50
Instrument Cluster....................... 142
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 141
Interior Appearance Care.................. 283
Interior Fuses.......................... 286
Interior Lights........................... 61
Intermittent Wipers....................... 64Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 238
Jack Operation.......................238,240
Jacking Instructions...................... 240
Jump Starting.......................... 242
Key, Programming........................ 16
Key Release Button....................... 14
Key, Replacement........................ 16
Key, Sentry............................. 14
Key-In Reminder......................... 14
Keys................................. 13
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 143
Lap Belts.............................. 20
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 20
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren)....37,38
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Lead Free Gasoline...................... 222
Lights................................. 61
Airbag............................33,145
Anti-Lock........................... 147
Anti-Lock Warning..................... 147
Back-Up............................. 294
Brake Warning........................ 147
Bulb Replacement...................... 291
Center Mounted Stop................... 294
Check Engine......................... 145
Check Gauges........................ 145
Cruise.............................. 143
Daytime Running....................... 64
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................ 63
Fog ..............................63,292
Headlight Switch....................... 62
Headlights........................... 291
High Beam........................... 144
High Beam Indicator.................... 144Instrument Cluster...................... 62
Interior.............................. 61
Lights On Reminder..................... 63
Low Fuel............................ 147
Passing.............................. 63
Rear Servicing........................ 294
Rear Tail............................ 294
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 144
Sentry Key........................... 143
Service.............................. 291
Side Marker.......................... 294
Turn Signal...................63,143,292,294
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 143
Loading Vehicle
Tires ............................... 211
Locks................................. 18
Door................................ 18
Steering Wheel......................... 17
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