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Seating and Safety Restraints 70
Seating 70
Safety restraints 77
Airbags 87
Child restraints 97
Tires, Wheels and Loading 113
Tire information 115
Tire inflation 117
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 133
Vehicle loading 145
Trailer towing 151
Recreational towing 161
Driving 162
Starting 162
Brakes 167
Traction Control™ 169
Traction Control™/AdvanceTrac
170
Transmission operation 176
Reverse sensing system 185
Roadside Emergencies 189
Getting roadside assistance 189
Hazard flasher switch 190
Fuel pump shut-off switch 191
Fuses and relays 192
Changing tires 200
Wheel lug nut torque 209
Jump starting 210
Wrecker towing 216
Customer Assistance 218
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 224
Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 225
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To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s)
over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC/180W. If the power point or cigar
lighter socket is not working, a fuse may have blown. Refer toFuses and
relaysin theRoadside Emergencieschapter for information on
checking and replacing fuses.
To have full capacity usage of your power point, the engine is required to
be running to avoid unintentional discharge of the battery. To prevent
the battery from being discharged:
•do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is
not running,
•do not leave battery chargers, video game adapters, computers and
other devices plugged in overnight or when the vehicle is parked for
extended periods.
Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used.
Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if equipped)
Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter
socket.
Do not hold the lighter in with your hand while it is heating, this will
damage the lighter element and socket. The lighter will be released from
its heating position when it is ready to be used.
Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not covered by your warranty.
POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and
do not let children play with the power windows. They may
seriously injure themselves.
WARNING:When closing the power windows, you should verify
they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or
pets are not in the proximity of the window openings.
Press and hold the bottom part of
the rocker switch to open the
window. Press and hold the top part
of the rocker switch to close the
window.
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WARNING:Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as
utility and four-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than
vehicles with a lower center of gravity. Utility and four-wheel drive
vehicles arenotdesigned for cornering at speeds as high as passenger
cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to perform
satisfactorily under off-road conditions. Avoid sharp turns, excessive
speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles. Failure to drive
cautiously could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control,
vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
•If the vehicle goes from one type of surface to another (i.e., from
concrete to gravel) there will be a change in the way the vehicle
responds to a maneuver (steering, acceleration or braking). Again,
avoid these abrupt inputs.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION
Brake-shift interlock
The vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that prevents
the gearshift lever from being moved from P (Park) unless the brake
pedal is depressed.
If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) position with the
ignition in the (4) ON position and the brake pedal depressed, a
malfunction may have occurred. It is possible that a fuse has blown or
the vehicle’s brakelamps are not operating properly. Refer toFuses and
relaysin theRoadside Emergencieschapter. If the fuses and
brakelamps are working properly, and the vehicle still will not shift out of
(P) Park, see your authorized dealer for service.
In an emergency, to disable the malfunctioning brake-shift interlock
feature in order to shift the vehicle from P(Park) follow these steps:
WARNING:To prevent vehicle movement when following this
procedure, park on a level surface, ensure parking brake is set,
and block the rear wheels.
1. Apply the parking brake. Turn key to the 2 (lock), and then remove
the key.
2. Disconnect the negative (Black) battery cable from the battery.
3. Insert the key and turn to 3 (off). Shift to N (Neutral).
4. Reconnect the negative (Black) battery cable to the battery.
5. Start the vehicle.
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On commercial stripped chassis
vehicles, this switch is located on a
bracket above the brake pedal.
To reset the switch:
1. Turn the ignition OFF.
2. Check the fuel system for leaks.
3. If no leaks are apparent, reset the
switch by pushing in on the reset
button.
4. Turn the ignition ON.
5. Wait a few seconds and return
the key to OFF.
6. Make another check for leaks.
FUSES AND RELAYS
Fuses
If electrical components in the
vehicle are not working, a fuse may
have blown. Blown fuses are
identified by a broken wire within
the fuse. Check the appropriate
fuses before replacing any electrical
components.
Note:Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage
rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire
damage and could start a fire.
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The fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
1 — Not used
2 10A Remote Keyless Entry (RKE),
O/D cancel, IVD module, 4W ABS
3 15A Delayed accessory overhead
console, Audio
4 15A Courtesy lamps
5 30A Power door locks without BSM
6 10A Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
module, Reverse Park Aid (RPA)
7 10A Multi-function switch, Turn signals
8 15A Radio capacitor(s), Ignition coils,
PCM (Powertrain Control Module)
relay
1234
5
7
689101142
43
44 13 12 14
15 16 17
19 18
2021 22 23
25 24
26 27 28 29
31 30 32 33 3435
37
3638 3940
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
9 5A Wiper control module
10 20A Main light switch, Park lamps,
License lamp (external lamps),
Multi-function switch
(flash-to-pass), BSM
11 15A Multi-function switch (hazards),
Brake lamps, IVD relay
12 15A Back-up lamps, Auxiliary battery
relay (gasoline engine only)
13 15A Blend door actuator, A/C mode
14 5A Instrument cluster
15 5A Trailer battery charge relay,
Cluster, BSM
16 30A Power seats
17 5A Power mirrors
18 — Not used
19 — Not used
20 10A Restraints
21 — Not used
22 15A Audio, Instrument cluster,
Courtesy lamp relay, Accessory
delay relay
23 20A Power locks w/RKE or sliding
door
24 — Not used
25 10A Left headlamp (low beam)
26 20A Cigar lighter
27 5A Audio
28 — Not used
29 10A Diagnostics
30 15A Headlamps (high beam indicator),
DRL
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
31 10A Right headlamp (low beam)
32 20A Power point #1 (instrument
panel)
33 10A Starter relay
34 — Not used
35 — Not used
36 5A Instrument illumination
37 15A Ignition switch
38 10A Brake Shift Interlock
39 10A Trailer tow electric brake, Center
High-Mounted Stop Lamp
(CHMSL)
40 20A Power point (body B-pillar)
41 30A Modified vehicle
42 20A circuit
breakerPower windows
43 — Not used
44 30A circuit
breakerWiper/washer
Power distribution box
The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The
power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your
vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads.
WARNING:Always disconnect the battery before servicing high
current fuses.
WARNING:To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace
the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the
battery or refilling fluid reservoirs.
If your vehicle is equipped with an auxiliary battery,
disconnecting the primary under-hood battery DOES NOT remove
power from all circuits.
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If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the
Batterysection of theMaintenance and Specificationschapter.
The high-current fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
1 — Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
diode
2 — Auxiliary battery diode
3 15A* Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
module, A/C clutch
4 5A* Heated PCV (4.6L and 6.8L
engines)
5 15A* Horn relay
6 20A PCM —fuel injectors
7 60A** Ignition switch, Delayed accessory
delay
8 40A** Trailer tow battery charge relay
9 50A** Modified vehicle power
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