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NOTE:Tighten the gas cap 1/4 turn until you hear one
click. This is an indication that the cap is properly
tightened.
If the gas cap is not tightened properly, the Malfunction
Indicator Light will come on, Be sure the gas cap is
tightened every time the vehicle is refueled.
WARNING!
A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a
portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You
could be burned. Always place gas containers on the
ground while filling.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
If the vehicles diagnostic system determines that the fuel
filler cap in loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a
GASCAP message will be displayed in the instrumentcluster. Tighten the gas cap until a ªclickingº sound is
heard. This is an indication that the gas cap is properly
tightened. Press the odometer reset button to turn the
message off. If the problem persists, the message will
appear the next time the vehicle is started. This might
indicate a damaged cap. If the problem is detected twice
in a row, the system will turn on the Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL). Resolving the problem will turn
the MIL light off.
VEHICLE LOADING
Certification Label
As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin-
istration Regulations, your vehicle has a certification
label affixed to the driver's side door or pillar.
This label contains the month and year of manufacture,
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR) front and rear, and Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN). A Month-Day-Hour (MDH) number is
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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II)
Vehicles equipped with California emissions controls
have a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called
OBDII. This system monitors the performance of the
emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control
systems. When these systems are operating properly,
your vehicle will provide excellent performance and fuel
economy, as well as engine emissions well within current
government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the ªMalfunction Indicator Light.º It will
also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be driveable and not
need towing, see your dealer for service as soon as
possible.CAUTION!
Prolonged driving with the ªMalfunction Indicator
Lightº on could cause further damage to the emis-
sion control system. It could also affect fuel economy
and driveability. The vehicle must be serviced before
any emissions tests can be performed.
If the ªMalfunction Indicator Lightº is flashing,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
If the vehicles diagnostic system determines that the fuel
filler cap in loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a
GASCAP message will be displayed in the instrument
cluster. Tighten the gas cap until a ªclickingº sound is
heard. This is an indication that the gas cap is properly
tightened. Press the odometer reset button to turn the
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assembly or in any part, component or system of the
vehicle as manufactured by the manufacturer, which, at
the time it left the manufacturers control, caused noiseemissions to exceed Federal standards, are covered by
this warranty for the life of the vehicle.
Noise Systems Maintenance Chart and Service Log Insert Month, Day, Year under column mileage closest to the
mileage at which service was performed.
MILES 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000 42,000 48,000
KILOMETERS 9 600 19 000 29 000 36 000 48 000 58 000 67 000 77 000
Exhaust system-
inspect
Air cleaner
assembly-inspect
ODOMETER
READING
PERFORMED BY
PERFORMED AT
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Noise Systems Maintenance Chart and Service Log Insert Month, Day, Year under column mileage closest to the
mileage at which service was performed.
MILES 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000
KILOMETERS 87 000 96 000 106 000 116 000 126 000 135 000 145 000 154 000
Exhaust system-
inspect
Air cleaner
assembly-inspect
ODOMETER
READING
PERFORMED BY
PERFORMED AT
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion
Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads
passable in snow and ice, and those that are sprayed on
trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are highlycorrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking,
which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants,
road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme
hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will
have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and under-
body protection.
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Multi-Function Control Lever............... 123
Navigation Radio........................ 219
Navigation System....................... 219
Noise Control
Maintenance.......................... 416
Tampering Prohibited................417,418
Noise Emission Warranty.................. 418
Occupant Restraints....................... 33
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 335
Odometer..........................176,180
Trip .............................176,180
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road)............ 268
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement)............ 268
Oil, Engine.........................389,442
Capacity............................ 441
Change Interval....................... 390
Dipstick............................. 389Disposal............................ 392
Filter............................392,442
Filter Disposal........................ 392
Identification Logo..................... 391
Materials Added to..................... 392
Pressure Gauge....................... 174
Recommendation...................391,441
Synthetic............................ 392
Viscosity..........................391,441
Onboard Diagnostic System..............385,386
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLinkt) ........... 139
Operating Precautions.................... 385
Outside Rearview Mirrors.................. 84
Overdrive............................. 252
Overdrive OFF Switch.................... 252
Overhead Console....................131,132
Overhead Travel Information Center.......... 132
Owner's Manual (Operator Manual).......... 470
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Trailer and Tongue Weight................ 350
Wiring.............................. 355
Trailer Towing Guide..................... 350
Trailer Weight.......................... 350
Transaxle
Automatic............................ 13
Manual.............................. 14
Transfer Case........................... 412
Fluid............................... 443
Transmission
Automatic........................250,412
Fluid............................... 443
Maintenance.......................... 412
Manual........................245,255,412
Shifting............................. 249
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLinkt) . . 139
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 329
Trip Computer.......................... 132
Trip Odometer.......................176,180Turn Signals...................123,173,431,434
UConnectŸ (Hands-Free Phone).............. 87
Underhood Fuses........................ 425
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 471
Universal Transmitter..................... 139
Variance, Compass....................... 137
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 6
Vehicle Loading......................319,341
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 7
Vehicle Storage......................... 430
Voltmeter............................. 173
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . 173
Warnings and Cautions..................... 6
Warranty Information..................... 469
Washers, Windshield..................126,401
Washing Vehicle......................... 421
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