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Shifting Into Neutral (N)
Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for
recreational towing.
CAUTION!
It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that
the transfer case is fully in N (Neutral) before
recreational towing to prevent damage to internal
parts.
1. Depress brake pedal.
2. Turn the ignition key ON, engine off.
3. Shift transmission into N (Neutral).
4. Shift transfer case into N (Neutral).
Hold down N (Neutral) “pin” switch (with a pen, etc.) for
4 seconds until the LED lamp by the switch starts to blink
indicating shift in progress. Lamp will stop blinking (stay
on solid) when Neutral shift is complete. A “4WD
SYSTEM IN NEUTRAL” message will display on the
EVIC (Electronic Vehicle Information Center). Refer to
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in Sec-
tion 4 of this manual. (See page 184 for more informa-
tion.)
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5. Start engine.
6. Shift transmission into D (Drive).
7. Release brake pedal and ensure that there is no vehicle
movement.
8. Shut the engine off.9. Shift transmission into P (Park).
10. Place the ignition key in the OFF position, and
remove key.
11. Apply parking brake.
12. Attach vehicle to the tow vehicle with tow bar.
13. Release parking brake.
CAUTION!
Transmission damage may occur if the transmission
is shifted into P (Park) with the transfer case in N
(Neutral) and the engine running. With the transfer
case in N (Neutral) ensure that the engine is OFF
prior to shifting the transmission into P (Park) (refer
to steps7–8above).Neutral Switch
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Shifting Out Of Neutral (N)
Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for
normal usage.
1. Depress brake pedal.
2. Turn the ignition key ON, engine off.
3. Shift transmission into N (Neutral).
4. Shift transfer case out of N (Neutral).
Hold down N (Neutral) “pin” switch (with a pen, etc.) for
4 seconds until the LED lamp by the switch starts to blink
indicating shift in progress. Lamp will stop blinking (go
out) when shift is complete. The “4WD SYSTEM IN
NEUTRAL” message will no longer be displayed on the
EVIC (Electronic Vehicle Information Center). Refer to
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in Sec-
tion 4 of this manual. (See page 184 for more informa-
tion.)5. Shift transmission into P (Park).
6. Start the engine.
7. Shift transmission into D (Drive).
Neutral Switch
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Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
After fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system can
determine if the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed,
or damaged. A “CHECK GASCAP” message will be dis-
played in the EVIC (Refer to Section 4 of this manual).
Tighten the gas cap until aclickingsound is heard. This is
an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened.
This message may be temporarily overridden by pressing
either the C/T, STEP, or MENU buttons. However, after
one minute of no customer interaction, the EVIC will
display again the “CHECK GASCAP” message. The
message will remain displayed until the vehicle diagnos-
tic system can retest the fuel system. The test will
perform the next time the vehicle is started, if the vehicle
was keyed off above 40°F (4°C) outside temperature and
the following vehicle start is above 40°F (4°C) outside
temperature. It may be possible to have a message that
will not clear due to the test being disabled due to low
outside temperatures. If the test is performed and the
problem is gone, the message will disappear.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. See
your authorized dealer for service.EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states which have an I/M (Inspection and
Maintenance) requirement, this check verifies the
following: the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp)
is functioning and is not on when the engine is running,
and that the OBD (On Board Diagnostic) system is ready
for testing.
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Normally, the OBD system will be ready. The OBD
system maynotbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, if you recently had a dead battery, or a battery
replacement. If the OBD system should be determined
not ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle’s OBD system is ready, you must do
the following:
1. Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch.
2. Turn the ignition to the ON position, but do not crank
or start the engine.
3. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.
4. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, you
will see your MIL symbol come on as part of a normal
bulb check.5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will
happen:
a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn off the
ignition key or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle’s OBD system isnot readyand you shouldnot
proceed to the I/M station.
b. The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully
illuminated until you turn off the ignition key or start
the engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD system
isreadyand you can proceed to the I/M station.
If your OBD system isnot ready,you should see your
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement,
you may need to do nothing more than drive your
vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD
system to update. A recheck with the above test routine
may then indicate that the system is now ready.
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CavityCartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
19 Spare
(R/S)
20 10 Amp
RedSentry Key Remote
Entry Module
(SKREEM), Cluster
(R/S)
21 Spare
(Acc De-
lay)
22 15 Amp
BlueRear Wiper (B+)CavityCartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
24 10 Amp
RedPower Distribution
Center (PDC) Relays,
Final Drive Control
Module (FDCM),
Front Control Module
(FCM) (R/S), A580
(R/S)
25 10 Amp
RedShifter Assy (BTSI),
Trans. Case Switch,
ESP/ABS, Brake
Supp Rly Coil (R/S)
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Special Additives...................... 387
Torque Converter...................... 262
Autostick............................. 258
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet)...... 162
Auxiliary Power Outlet................... 162
Battery............................... 369
Emergency Starting..................... 348
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 24
Saving Feature (Protection)............... 120
Belts, Drive............................ 365
Belts, Seat.............................. 38
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 373
B-Pillar Location........................ 284
Brake Assist System...................... 136
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 135
Brake System........................... 381
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................135,275
Hoses.............................. 382Master Cylinder....................... 382
Parking............................. 274
Warning Light........................ 176
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 256
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 67
Bulb Replacement....................... 401
Camera, Rear........................... 149
Capacities, Fluid........................ 402
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 314
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 378
Car Washes............................ 389
Carbon Monoxide Warning............68,152,310
Cargo Area Features...................... 165
Cargo Compartment...................... 165
Luggage Carrier....................... 168
Cargo Load Floor........................ 165
Catalytic Converter...................... 367
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HomeLink(Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 151
Hood Release.......................... 118
Hoses................................ 380
Ignition
Cables (Spark Plug Wires)................ 366
Key ................................. 14
Wiring System (Spark Plug Wires).......... 366
Illuminated Entry........................ 19
Infant Restraint.......................... 57
Inflation Pressure Tires.................... 289
Information Center, Vehicle................. 184
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 76
Instrument Cluster....................175,176
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 174
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 392
Integrated Power Module (Fuses)............ 398
Interior Appearance Care.................. 390
Interior Fuses.......................... 393Interior Lighting........................ 125
Interior Lights.......................122,125
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 127
Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 342
Jack Operation.......................342,345
Jacking Instructions...................... 345
Jump Starting.......................... 348
Key, Programming........................ 17
Key, Replacement........................ 17
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 15
Key-In Reminder......................... 15
Keyless Entry System...................... 19
Keys................................. 14
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 38
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