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Using gloves or a large heavy
cloth, turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without pushing
down, to the f irst stop. Af ter the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap, and turn it until it comes
off.Put the radiator cap back on
tightly. Run the engine, and check
the temperature gauge. If it goes
back to the red mark, the engine
needs repair (see
on page ).
If the temperature stays normal,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. If it has
gone down, add coolant to the
MAX mark. Put the cap back on
tightly.
If you do not f ind an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. Add coolant
if the level is below the MIN mark.
If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may need to add
coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the pointer
reaches the middle of the tempera-
ture gauge, or lower, bef ore check-
ing the radiator.
Start the engine, and set the
temperature to maximum heat
(climate control to AUTO at
‘‘ ’’). Add coolant to the
radiator up to the base of the f iller
neck. If you do not have the
proper coolant mixture available,
you can add plain water.
Remember to have the cooling
system drained and ref illed with
the proper mixture as soon as you
can.
7. 6.
8.
9.10.
11.
379
Emergency
Towing
If theEngineOverheats
368
Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.
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Also check the combined f use box in
the under-hood f use box.
If something electrical in your
vehicle stops working, the first thing
youshouldcheckforisablownfuse.
Determine f rom the chart on pages
, and , or the diagram on
thefuseboxlidorthefuselabel,
which f use or f uses control that
component. Check those f uses f irst,
but check all the f uses bef ore
deciding that a blown f use is not the
cause. Replace any blown f uses and
check if the device works. Check each of the large f uses in
the under-hood f use box by
looking at the wire inside.
Removing these f uses requires a
Phillips-head screwdriver.
Turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK (0) position. Make sure the
headlights and all other
accessories are of f .
On the under-hood and passenger’s
side interior f use boxes, remove
the cover f rom each f use box. 3.
1.
2. 376 377 378
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Fuses
Checking and Replacing Fuses
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
373
FUSE
BLOWN BLOWN
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No. No.No.
Circuits Protected
Amps. Amps.Amps.
Circuits Protected
Circuits Protected
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8 9
10
11
12
13
14
15 16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
If equipped A/C
Accessory, Key, Lock
Accessory
Driver’s Power Seat Sliding
Moonroof
Driver’s Power Seat Reclining
Rear Left Power Window
Front Accessory Power Socket
Driver’s Power Window
Driver’s Side Door Lock
Lef t Front Fog Light
Lef t Side Small Lights
(Exterior)
Left Headlight High Beam
TPMS
Left Headlight Low Beam
Not Used
15 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 15 A
7.5 A 20 A
(10 A) 10 A
7.5 A
(10 A) 7.5 A 7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
(20 A)
(20 A)
(20 A) 20 A
15 A
20 A
10 A
(10 A) 10 A
10 A
7.5 A 10 A
Fuel Pump
VB SOL
SRS
ODS (Occupant Detection
System)
Not Used
ACM
Daytime Running Lights
Not Used
Not Used
Washer
Wiper
Meter
ABS/VSA
ACG
STS
:
Fuse Locations
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
377
INTERIOR FUSE BOX (Driver’s Side)
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Circuits Protected
Circuits Protected Circuits Protected
Amps.
Amps.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8 9
10
11
12
13
14
15 (20 A)
10 A
(20 A) 15 A
20 A
(20 A) 16
17
18
19
20
21
22
If equipped
Front Passenger’s Power
Seat Sliding
Right Side Door Lock
Rear Right Power Window
Rear Accessory Power
Socket
Front Passenger’s Power
Window
Not Used
Premium AMP
Right Headlight High Beam
Right Side Small Lights
(Exterior)
Right Front Fog Light
Right Headlight Low Beam
Not Used
Interior Lights
Not Used
Front Passenger’s Power
Seat Reclining Not Used
Not Used
Lumbar Support
Seat Heater
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
(10 A)
(15 A)
10 A
10 A
(10 A) 10 A
7.5 A
(20 A) :
Fuse Locations
378
INTERIOR FUSE BOX (Passenger’s Side)
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If your vehicle needs to be towed,
call a prof essional towing service or
organization. Never tow your vehicle
with just a rope or chain. It is very
dangerous.
The operator
loads your vehicle on the back of a
truck.
Therearetwowaystotowyour
vehicle: If , due to damage, your vehicle must
be towed with the f ront wheels on
the ground, do this:
Release the parking brake.
Shif t the transmission to neutral.
Leave the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) position so the
steering wheel does not lock. With the f ront wheels on the ground,
do not tow the vehicle more than 50
miles (80 km), and keep the speed
below35mph(55km/h).
The tow
truck uses two pivoting arms that go
under the f ront tires and lif t them of f
the ground. The rear tires remain on
the ground.
Leave the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) position so the
steering wheel does not lock.
Turn of f the engine.
Release the parking brake.
Shif t to D position f or 5 seconds,
then to N.
Start the engine.
Press on the brake pedal. Move
the shif t lever through all its
positions.
Manual transmission:
Automatic transmission:
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Flat -bed EquipmentWheel-lif t Equipment
T his is the best way to
transport your vehicle.
This is an acceptable
way to tow your vehicle.
Emergency Towing
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
379
Improper towing preparation will
damage the transmission. Follow the
above procedure exactly. If you cannot
shif t the transmission or start the
engine (automatic transmission), your
vehicle must be transported with the
f ront wheels of f the ground.
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Emergency Towing
380
Trying to lif t or tow your vehicle by the
bumpers will cause serious damage.
The bumpers are not designed to
support the vehicle’s weight.The steering system can be damaged if
the steering wheel is locked. Leave the
ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I)
position, and make sure the steering
wheel turns f reely bef ore you begin
towing.
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The transmission number is on a
label on top of the transmission.
The engine number is stamped on
the f ront of the engine block.
Identif ication Numbers
Technical Inf ormation
383
ENGINE NUMBER
2.4
engine models
V6 models AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER
ENGINE NUMBER
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
NUMBER
MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER
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CONT INUED
....................................
Accessories .271
ACCESSORY
...............
(Ignition Key Position) .78
............
Accessory Power Sockets .111
..................
Active Head Restraints .96
....................
Additives, Engine Oil .317
...........................
Advanced Airbags .25
...............................
Airbag (SRS) .9,21
..........
Airbag System Components .21
......
Air Conditioning System .120,125
.................................
Usage .123,126
.......................
Air Pressure, Tires .343
......................................
Antif reeze .320
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator .58,291
...................................
Operation .291
..............
Anti-thef t, Audio System .213
.
Anti-thef t Steering Column Lock .78
................................
Audio System .133
.....
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .80
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .19
.............
Automatic Speed Control .223
..............
Automatic Transmission .284
..................
Capacity, Fluid .384,386 .......................................
Shif ting .284
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators .284
................
Shif t Lever Positions .284
....................
Shif t Lock Release .287
......................
Auxiliary Input Jack .212
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .56,369
............................
Jump Starting .364
..............................
Maintenance .351
....................
Specif ications .385,387
..............................
Bef ore Driving .259
....................................
Belts,Seat .8,18
.........................
Beverage Holders .111
.......
Bluetooth
HandsFreeLink.230
..................................
Booster Seats .48
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) .291
.............
Break-in, New Linings .260
....................
Bulb Replacement .334
...........................................
Fluid .326
.......................................
Parking .109.................
System Indicator .57,371
........................
Wear Indicators .290
.............................
Braking System .290
.................
Break-in, New Vehicle .260
..
Brightness Control, Instruments .72
Bulb Replacement
..........................
Back-up Lights .334
..............................
Brake Lights .334
.................................
Fog Lights .336
................
Front Parking Lights .332
.................................
Headlights .329
.........
High-mount Brake Light .335
................................
Rear Lights .334
....................
Specif ications .385,387
............
Turn Signal Lights .332,334
......................
Bulbs, Halogen .329,336
...................
Capacities Chart .384,386
.............
Carbon Monoxide Hazard .51
.............................
Carrying Cargo .273
.............
CAUTION, Explanation of .iii
.........................................
CD Care .206
Index
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INDEX
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