Engine Oil
Checking Oil Level
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.
The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5
minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off or before
starting the engine after it has sat overnight.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain
the oil level in the “SAFE” range. Adding one quart of oil
when the reading is at the bottom of the “SAFE” range
will result in an oil level at the top of the “SAFE” range
on these engines.
NOTE:Fill engine oil one quart at a time.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or
loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
Engine Oil Dipstick
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WARNING!
A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over
materials that can burn. Such materials might be
grass or leaves coming into contact with your ex-
haust system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in
areas where your exhaust system can contact any-
thing that can burn.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may indicate severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, the
vehicle should be stopped, the engine shut off and the
vehicle allowed to cool. Thereafter, service, including a
tune-up to manufacturer’s specifications, should be ob-
tained immediately.To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage:
•Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
•Do not try to start engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
•Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idling or malfunctioning operating conditions.
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Cavity Fuse Circuits
3——
4 40 Amp
GreenBattery
5 30 Amp
PinkHeated Seat/Steering Column
6 20 Amp
YellowFuel Pump
7——
8 15 Amp
Dk. BlueIgnition Start/Run - Start
9 20 Amp
YellowConsole Power Outlet
10 10 Amp
RedRear Fog Lamp — If Equipped
11 25 Amp
C/BRKRMemory Module/Door Locks
12 25 Amp
C/BRKRPassenger Power Seat
13 25 Amp
C/BRKRDoor Module Run/Acc/DelayCavity Fuse Circuits
14 10 Amp
RedSentry Key/Remote Keyless
Entry/Cluster
15 20 Amp
YellowBrake Light (5.7L)
16 20 Amp
YellowPower Outlet Trunk - if
equipped
17——
18 20 Amp
YellowSelectable Power Outlet
19 10 Amp
RedStop Lamp
20 20 Amp
YellowRear Wiper — If Equipped
21——
22——
23——
24——
25——
26——
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