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Seating and Safety Restraints 81
Seating 81
Safety restraints 89
Airbags 103
Child restraints 118
Tires, Wheels and Loading 138
Tire information 138
Tire inflation 140
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 153
Vehicle loading 158
Trailer towing 162
Recreational towing 163
Driving 164
Starting 164
Brakes 169
Traction Control™ 171
AdvanceTrac173
Transmission operation 177
Roadside Emergencies 184
Getting roadside assistance 184
Hazard flasher switch 185
Fuel pump shut-off switch 186
Fuses and relays 186
Changing tires 193
Temporary mobility kit 198
Wheel lug nut torque 208
Jump starting 209
Wrecker towing 214
Customer Assistance 216
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 222
Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 223
Cleaning 224
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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 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.
Note:Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not covered by your
warranty, and can result in fire or serious injury.
POWER WINDOWS
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.
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2. Insert a tool into the access hole
and depress the override; while the
override is depressed, move the
shift lever to neutral.
3. Start the vehicle.
If it is necessary to use the above
procedure to move the gearshift
lever, it is possible that a fuse has
blown or the vehicle’s brakelamps
are not operating properly. Refer to
Fuses and relaysin theRoadside
Emergencieschapter.
WARNING:Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the
brakelamps are working.
WARNING:Always set the parking brake fully and make sure
the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the off
position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle.
WARNING:If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake
warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be
working properly. See your authorized dealer.
Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4–speed automatic
transmission
This vehicle is equipped with an adaptive Transmission Shift Strategy.
Adaptive Shift Strategy offers the optimal transmission operation and
shift quality. When the vehicle’s battery has been disconnected for any
type of service or repair, the transmission will need to relearn the normal
shift strategy parameters, much like having to reset your radio stations
when your vehicle battery has been disconnected. The Adaptive
Transmission Strategy allows the transmission to relearn these operating
parameters. This learning process could take several transmission
upshifts and downshifts; during this learning process, slightly firmer
shifts may occur. After this learning process, normal shift feel and shift
scheduling will resume.
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FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH
This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the engine
when your vehicle has had a substantial jolt.
After an accident, if the engine cranks but does not start, this switch
may have been activated.
This switch is located in the front
passenger’s footwell, behind the kick
panel access cover.
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 to the on position.
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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Passenger compartment fuse panel
The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by
the brake pedal. Remove the fuse panel cover to gain access to the fuses.
To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel
cover.
The fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected circuits
1 30A Not used (spare)
2 15A Brake Switch CHMSL
3 15A Satellite radio
4 30A Not used (spare)
5 10A Shift Interlock
6 20A Right Front Turn lamp/Left Front
Turn lamp, Rear stop/turn lamps
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected circuits
7 10A Left Low beam Headlamp
8 10A Right Low beam Headlamp
9 15A Interior Lamps
10 15A Instrument Panel Backlighting
11 10A Not used (spare)
12 7.5A Power Mirrors
13 5A SYNC
14 10A Not used (spare)
15 10A Recirculated Air, Air Conditioning
16 15A Not used (spare)
17 20A Power Locks, Trunk Release
18 20A Heated Seats
19 25A Not used (spare)
20 15A Data Link Connector
21 15A Fog lamps, Fog lamp Indicator
22 15A Parking Lamps
23 15A High Beam Lamps
24 20A Horn
25 10A Demand Lamps, Trunk Lamps
26 10A Instrument Cluster
27 20A Ignition Switch
28 5A Radio (Start)
29 5A Instrument Cluster (Run/Start)
30 5A Not used (spare)
31 10A ABS
32 10A Restraints Control Module
33 10A Not used (spare)
34 5A Not used (spare)
35 10A Not used (spare)
36 5A PATS Module
37 10A Climate Control (Run/Start)
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected circuits
38 20A Subwoofer
39 20A Radio/CID/EFP
40 20A Not used (spare)
41 15A Door Lock/sunroof switch
illumination, Electrochromic
mirror, Ambient lighting
42 10A Not used (spare)
43 10A Not used (spare)
44 10A Not used (spare)
45 5A Front Wipers (logic)
46 7.5A Front Passenger Sensing System
47 30A (circuit
breaker)Sunroof, Power Windows
48 — Delayed accessory relay
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 the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the
Batterysection of theMaintenance and Specificationschapter.
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To remove a fuse, use the fuse puller tool provided on the inside of the
passenger compartment fuse panel cover.
The high-current fuses are coded as follows:
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected circuits
1 15A Heated mirror
2 30A Rear defrost
3 20A Power point
4 20A Fuel pump
5 10A Powertrain control module (PCM)
KAPWR / Canister Vent
6 15A Alt sense
7 10A Reverse lamps
8 — Not used
9 40A ABS motor
10 30A Wipers
11 30A Starter
12 40A Blower
13 10A A/C clutch
14 10A PCM relay coil
15 20A Front power point
16 20A Cooling fan—low
17 30A Cooling fan—high
18 20A ABS solenoid
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