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Trailer Hitch Classification
The following chart provides the industry standard for
the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can
tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the
correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.
Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer
Weight Ratings) chart for the Max. GTW towable for your
given drivetrain.Trailer Hitch Classification
Class Max. GTW (Gross Trailer
Wt.)
Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg)
Class II - Medium Duty 3,500 lbs (1587 kg)
All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on
your vehicle.
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þTrailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1,000
lbs (450 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 2,000
lbs (907 kg).
CAUTION!
If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (450 kg)
loaded, it should have its own brakes, and they
should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do this
could lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higher
brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances.
WARNING!
Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle's hy-
draulic brake lines. It can overload your brake sys-
tem and cause it to fail. You might not have brakes
when you need them and could have an accident.
Towing any trailer will increase your stopping dis-
tance. When towing, you should allow for additional
space between your vehicle and the vehicle in front
of you. Failure to do so could result in an accident.
Towing Requirements Ð Trailer Lights & Wiring
Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size,
stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for
motoring safety.
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Use a factory approved trailer harness and connector.
NOTE:Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles
wiring harness.
The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle
but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector.
Towing Tips
Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping,
and backing the trailer in an area located away from
heavy traffic.
Make sure all trailer and vehicle lights are working
properly Ð including hazard flashers.
4 - Pin Connector
7- Pin Connector
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Towing Tips Ð Automatic Transaxle
The ªDº range can be selected when towing. However, if
frequent shifting occurs while in this range, the ª3º range
should be selected.
NOTE:Using the ª3º range while operating the vehicle
under heavy operating conditions will improve perfor-
mance and extend transaxle life by reducing excessive
shifting and heat build up. This action will also provide
better engine braking.
If you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45
minutes of continuous operation, then change the auto-
matic transaxle fluid and filter according to the interval
specified for ªpolice, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer tow-
ingº in the ªMaintenance Scheduleº in this manual.
NOTE:Check the automatic transaxle fluid level before
towing.
Towing Tips Ð Electronic Speed Control (If
Equipped)
þ
Don't use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads.
þWhen using the speed control, if you experience speed
drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until
you can get back to cruising speed.
þUse speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to
maximize fuel efficiency.
Towing Tips Ð Cooling System
To reduce potential for engine and transaxle overheating,
take the following actions:
þCity Driving
When stopped for short periods, put the transaxle in
neutral and increase engine idle speed.
þHighway Driving
Reduce speed.
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and wheel nuts with the cone shaped end of the nuts
toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the nuts. To avoid the
risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the
nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered.
WARNING!
To avoid possible personal injury, handle the wheel
covers with care to avoid contact with any sharp
edges.
NOTE:For vehicles so equipped, the wheel cover is
held on the wheel by the wheel nuts. When reinstalling
the original wheel, properly align the wheel cover to the
valve stem, place the wheel cover onto the wheel, and
then install the wheel nuts.
7. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left.8. Finish tightening the nuts. Push down on the wrench
while tightening the wheel nuts. Alternate nuts, until
each nut has been tightened twice. Correct wheel nut
torque is 100 ft. lbs (135 N. m). If you doubt that you have
tightened the nuts correctly, have them checked with a
torque wrench by your dealer or at a service station.
9. Remove the wheel blocks and lower the jack until it is
free. Reassemble the lug wrench to the jack assembly and
stow it in the spare tire area. Secure the assembly using
the means provided.
WARNING!
A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or
hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve-
hicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in
the places provided.
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WARNING!
²Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not
allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin, or cloth-
ing. Don't lean over battery when attaching
clamps or allow the clamps to touch each other. If
acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush contami-
nated area immediately with large quantities of
water.
²A battery generates hydrogen gas, which is flam-
mable and explosive. Keep flame or spark away
from the vent holes.
The battery is stored between the left front headlight
assembly and the left front wheel splash shield. Access is
through the splash shield. Remote jump-start terminals
are located under the hood.1. Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelry
such as watchbands or bracelets that might make an
inadvertent electrical contact.
2. When boosting from a battery in another vehicle, park
that vehicle within booster cable reach, but without
allowing the vehicles to touch. Set parking brake, place
automatic transaxle in PARK and turn ignition to LOCK
for both vehicles.WARNING!
Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as this
could establish a ground connection and personal
injury could result.
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NA/C Air Filter Ð If Equipped............370
NPower Steering Ð Fluid Check............371
NFront Suspension Ball Joints..............372
NSteering Linkage......................372
NBody Lubrication.....................372
NWindshield Wiper Blades................373
NWindshield Washers...................374
NExhaust System......................374
NCooling System.......................375
NHoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses.......381
NFuel System.........................381
NBrake System........................381
NAutomatic Transaxle...................384NFront And Rear Wheel Bearings...........387
NAppearance Care And Protection
From Corrosion......................387
NCleaning The Center Console Cup Holders . . . 392
mConvertible Top Care....................393
NSoft Top............................393
NWeather Strip Care Ð Soft & Hard Top......395
mFuses (Totally Integrated Power Module)......395
mVehicle Storage........................400
mReplacement Bulbs......................400
mBulb Replacement......................401
NLow Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight . . 401
NFront Turn Signal/Park Light.............402
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NFront Fog Light......................403
NTail/Stop Light, Rear Turn Signal Light,
Backup Light........................404
NLicense Plate Light....................407
NCenter High-Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL) . . . 408mFluids And Capacities...................409
mFluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts........410
NEngine.............................410
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