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Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident if
they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing,
pretensioners, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt
or retractor condition, replace the belt.
NOTE: The “Seat Belt Indicator Light” will remain on
until the driver’s seat belt is buckled.
Airbag Warning Light
The light should come on and remain on for 6 to 8
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned on. If the bulb is not lit during starting, 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.
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To change the brightness of the instrument panel lights,
rotate the center portion of the multi-function control
lever up or down.
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch
Pull the multi-function control lever towards you to
switch the headlights to HIGH beam. Pull the multi-
function control lever a second time to switch the head-
lights to LOW beam. The “High Beam Indicator Light”
will illuminate when the high beams are on.
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.
The “High Beam Indicator Light” will illuminate when
the high beams are on.
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 flashes at a very fast rate, check for a
defective outside light bulb. If an indicator fails to light
when the lever is moved, it would suggest that the fuse
or indicator is defective.
NOTE: A tone will chime if the turn signals are left on
for more than 2 miles (3.2 km).
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▫Driveline And Steering Component
Lubrication ..........................329
▫ Body Lubrication .....................329
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ................330
▫ Windshield Washers ...................330
▫ Exhaust System ......................331
▫ Cooling System .......................332
▫ Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses .......337
▫ Brake System ........................337
▫ Automatic Transmission ................340
▫ Hydraulic Clutch Fluid —
Manual Transmission ..................342
▫ Manual Transmission ..................342
▫ Transfer Case ........................342 ▫
Front/Rear Axle Fluid ..................343
▫ Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion ...........................345
Fuse Panel ...........................349
▫ Interior Fuses ........................349
▫ Underhood Fuses
(Power Distribution Center) ..............351
Vehicle Storage ........................355
Replacement Bulbs ......................356
Bulb Replacement ......................356
▫ Head Light ..........................356
▫ Front Turn Signal .....................357
▫ Front Fog Light (Front Fascia Mounted) .....358
▫ Light Bar ...........................359
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REPLACEMENT BULBS
Interior Lights Bulb Type
A/C Heater .................... NotSer viceable
Ashtray Receiver Light .................... 161
Climate Control (Manual A/C) ................ 74
Front Reading ........................... 192
Rear Cargo Light ....................... 214–2
Lighted Vanity Mirror * .............. P/N 6501966
Underpanel Courtesy Lights ................. 906
Instrument Cluster (General Illumination) ....... 103
Telltale/Hazard Light ...................... 74
* Available only from authorized dealers.
Exterior Lights Bulb Type
Backup Lights .................... 3157 P27/7W
Center High-Mounted Stoplight .........921/W16W
Fog Lights (Sport/Limited Only) .............9145
Fog Lights (Renegade) ..................... H3 Exterior Lights Bulb Type
Front Park/Turn Lights
.............3157 P27/7W
Front Side Marker ........................ 168
Headlights .......................... 9007QL
Rear License Plate Light .................... 168
Rear Stop/Tail Lights ...............3157 P27/7W
Rear Turn Signal Lights (2) .........3757 APY27/7W
NOTE: Numbers refer to commercial bulb types that
can be purchased from your authorized dealer.
If a bulb needs to be replaced, visit your authorized
dealer.
BULB REPLACEMENT
Head Light
1. Open the hood.
2. Reach behind the headlamp unit in the engine com-
partment to access the headlamp bulb lock ring.
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3. Firmly grasp the lock ring on the back of the headlamp
unit housing.
4. Rotate the lock ring on the back of the headlamp
housing counter-clockwise to unlock it.
CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil
contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the
bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean
the bulb with rubbing alcohol.
5. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the
bulb.
Front Turn Signal
1. Remove the screw from the turn signal/park lamp
unit.
2. Pull the inboard side of the lamp away enough to
disengage the tab that secures the outboard side of the
lamp from the slot in the front bumper fascia.
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CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil
contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the
bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean
the bulb with rubbing alcohol.
5. Replace the bulb.
Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, and Back-Up Lights
1. Open the swing gate.
2. Remove the two Torx fasteners. 3. Remove rear lamp assembly.
4. Rotate the socket on the back of the lamp housing
counter-clockwise to unlock it.
5. Replace the bulb.
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Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 173
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 36
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) .....65,66
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 276
Life of Tires ............................ 266
Light Bar ........................... 1 19,359
Lights ............................. 1 15,356
Airbag ............................ 61,179
Anti-Lock ........................... 175
Back-Up ............................. 360
Battery Saver ......................... 118
Brake Assist Warning ................. 132,182
Brake Warning ........................ 178
Bulb Replacement ...................... 356
Cargo ............................ 1 15,157
Center Mounted Stop ................... 361
Cruise .............................. 177
Daytime Running ...................... 118 Dimmer Switch, Headlight
............. 115,117
Dome .............................. 136
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . 129,182
Electronic Throttle Control Warning ......... 180
Fog ............................. 1 18,358
Four-Wheel Drive Indicator ............... 174
Fuses ............................... 349
Glow Plug Light ....................... 181
Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 300
Headlight Switch ...................... 116
Headlights ........................ 1 16,356
Headlights On Reminder ................. 118
Headlights On With Wipers ............... 116
High Beam Indicator .................... 173
Instrument Cluster ..................... 116
Intensity Control ....................... 115
Interior ............................. 115
Lights On Reminder .................... 118
Low Fuel ............................ 179
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