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2. Disconnect the electrical
connector from the bulb by
depressing the retainer clip and
pulling rearward.
3. Remove the bulb by rotating it
counterclockwise and pulling it
straight out.
WARNING:Handle a
halogen headlamp bulb
carefully and keep out of
children’s reach. Grasp the bulb
only by its plastic base and do not
touch the glass. The oil from your
hand could cause the bulb to
break the next time the
headlamps are operated.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Replacing HID headlamp bulbs (if equipped)
The headlamps on your vehicle use a “high intensity discharge” source.
These lamps operate at a high voltage. When the bulb is burned out, the
bulb and starter capsule assembly must be replaced by your authorized
dealer.
Replacing front turn signal bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position and open the
hood.
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2. Locate the lamp assembly from
underneath the vehicle and rotate
the bulb socket counterclockwise
and remove from lamp assembly.
3. Pull the bulb straight out from
the socket.
Install the new bulb in reverse
order.
Replacing front parking lamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position and open the
hood.
2. Locate the lamp assembly from
underneath the vehicle and rotate
the bulb socket counterclockwise
and remove from lamp assembly.
3. Pull the bulb straight out from
the socket.
Install the new bulb in reverse
order.
Replacing fog lamp bulbs (if equipped)
1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position and open the
hood.
2. Remove the sight shield by
loosening the six fasteners with a
flat head screwdriver.
3. Remove the two underhood bolts
attaching the bumper cover next to
the grill and then pull the
cover/grille/fog lamp assembly
forward to access the fog lamp
bulbs.
4. Disconnect the electrical
connector from the bulb by pulling it straight off.
5. Rotate the bulb counterclockwise and remove from the lamp assembly.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Replacing tail lamp/brake/rear turn signal lamp bulbs
The tail lamp, the brake lamp and the turn signal lamp bulbs are located
in the tail lamp assembly. Follow the same steps to replace either bulb.
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1. Make sure headlamp switch is in
the off position, then open the
trunk.
2. Carefully remove fasteners
around the lamp area and then
remove the interior trunk trim.
3. Remove three nut and washer
assemblies and the lamp assembly
from the vehicle.
4. Disconnect the electrical grommet
by pulling it straight off of the lamp assembly.
5. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pulling it
out of the lamp assembly.
6. Pull the bulb straight from the
socket.
Install the new bulb in reverse
order.
Replacing backup bulbs
The backup lamp is located in the tail lamp assembly. Follow the same
steps to replace either bulb.
1. Make sure headlamp switch is in
the off position, then open the
trunk.
2. Carefully remove fasteners
around the lamp area, then remove
the interior trunk trim.
3. Disconnect the electrical
connector by pulling it straight off
of the lamp assembly.
4. Remove the three nut and washer
assemblies and the lamp assembly from the vehicle.
5. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pulling it
out of the lamp assembly.
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6. Pull the bulb straight from the
socket.
Install the new bulb in reverse
order.
Replacing rear sidemarker lamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the off position and locate the
sidemarker on the rear bumper
fascia.
2. Install a flathead screwdriver
between the rear of the sidemarker
lens and the bumper fascia.
3. Push the screwdriver to the front
of the vehicle and then slide it towards you to pop out the lens cover.
4. Carefully pull the bulb straight out of socket.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position and then open
the trunk.
2. Inside trunk, pull the trim panel
straight off of the underside of the
trunk lid.
3. Locate the lighting assembly and
push the release tab to access the
bulb socket.
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4. Carefully pull the bulb straight
out of socket.
Install the new bulb in reverse
order.
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the off position, then remove the
two screws and the license plate
lamp assembly.
2. Remove bulb socket by turning
counterclockwise.
3. Carefully pull the bulb out from
the socket.
Install new bulb(s) in reverse order.
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Hitches
Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle bumper. Use a load
carrying hitch. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that
10–15% of the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue.
Safety chains
Always connect the trailer’s safety chains to the frame or hook retainers
of the vehicle hitch. To connect the trailer’s safety chains, cross the
chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners.
If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agency
gives to you.
Do not attach safety chains to the bumper.
Trailer brakes
Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are
safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer’s
specifications. The trailer brakes must meet local and Federal
regulations.
WARNING:Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brake system
directly to your vehicle’s brake system. Your vehicle may not
have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision
greatly increase.
The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the
GVWR not GCWR.
Trailer lamps
Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all running
lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working.
Do not splice into the vehicle lamp wiring for trailer lamps. Your
vehicle uses an advanced electronic module to control and
monitor your vehicle lamps. Splicing into the wiring or attaching
wiring to the vehicle bulb. may DISABLE the rear vehicle lamps
or cause them not to function properly.
See your authorized dealer for proper instructions and equipment for
hooking up trailer lamps.
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government emission standards. The OBD-II system also assists your
authorized dealer in properly servicing your vehicle. When theService
engine soon
indicator illuminates, the OBD-II system has detected
a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause theService engine
soon
indicator to illuminate. Examples are:
1. The vehicle has run out of fuel—the engine may misfire or run poorly.
2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel—the engine may misfire or run
poorly.
3. The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened. SeeFuel filler
capin this chapter.
4. Driving through deep water—the electrical system may be wet.
These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank
with good quality fuel, properly tightening the fuel cap or letting the
electrical system dry out. After three driving cycles without these or any
other temporary malfunctions present, theService engine soon
indicator should stay off the next time the engine is started. A driving
cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway
driving. No additional vehicle service is required.
If theService engine soon
indicator remains on, have your vehicle
serviced at the first available opportunity. Although some malfunctions
detected by the OBD-II may not have symptoms that are apparent,
continued driving with theService engine soon
indicator on can
result in increased emissions, lower fuel economy, reduced engine and
transmission smoothness, and lead to more costly repairs.
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing
Some state/provincial and local governments may have
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) programs to inspect the emission control
equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent
you from getting a vehicle registration. Your vehicle may not pass the I/M
test if theService engine soon
indicator is on or not working
properly (bulb is burned out), or if the OBD-II system has determined
that some of the emission control systems have not been properly
checked. In this case, the vehicle is considered not ready for I/M testing.
If theService engine soon
indicator is on or the bulb does not
work, the vehicle may need to be serviced. Refer to the On board
diagnostics (OBD-II) description in this chapter.
If the vehicle’s engine or transmission has just been serviced, or the
battery has recently run down or been replaced, the OBD-II system may
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A
Accessory delay ..........................64
Air cleaner filter ...............276–278
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................................118, 126
and child safety seats ............120
description ......................118, 126
disposal ....................................129
driver airbag ....................120, 127
operation .........................120, 127
passenger airbag .............120, 127
side airbag ...............................126
Ambient mood/lighting ...............52
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................256
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................184
Anti-theft system ..................92, 95
arming the system ....................96
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................19, 23, 28
Automatic transmission ............188
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................189
fluid, adding ............................274
fluid, checking ........................274
fluid, refill capacities ..............279
fluid, specification ..................279
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....36
Auxiliary power point .................60
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........279
refill capacities ........................279
traction lok ..............................187
B
Battery .......................................254acid, treating emergencies .....254
jumping a disabled battery ....220
maintenance-free ....................254
replacement, specifications ...278
servicing ..................................254
Belt-Minder
.............................113
Booster seats .............................145
Brakes ........................................184
anti-lock ...................................184
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................184
fluid, checking and adding ....274
fluid, refill capacities ..............279
fluid, specifications .................279
lubricant specifications ..........279
parking ....................................185
shift interlock ..........................188
Bulbs ............................................52
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....279
Cargo cover .................................73
Cell phone use ..............................7
Child safety seats ......................134
attaching with tether straps ..140
in front seat ............................135
in rear seat ..............................135
LATCH .....................................138
recommendations ...................132
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................145
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............238
instrument panel ....................240
interior .....................................241
plastic parts ............................239
washing ....................................236
waxing .....................................237
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