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•Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean.
•Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install
ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may
result in unsatisfactory cooling performance, poor gas
mileage, and increased emissions.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be periodically inspected.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for the
proper maintenance interval.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting
or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You wouldn’t have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Fluid Level Check — Brake Master Cylinder
The fluid level of the master cylinder should be checked
when performing under the hood service, or immedi-
ately if the brake system warning lamp indicates system
failure.
The brake master cylinder has a translucent plastic
reservoir. On the outboard side of the reservoir, there is a
“MAX” dot and a “MIN” dot. The fluid level must be
kept within these two dots. Do not add fluid above the
MAX mark, because leakage may occur at the cap.
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Cav-
ityCartridge
FuseMini-Fuse Description
17 20 Amp
YellowRear Fog Lamps (Ex-
port Only)
18 20 Amp
YellowFront Control Module
(FCM) Batt #1
19 20 Amp
YellowLt Trailer-Tow Stop/
Turn
20 20 Amp
YellowFront Control Module
(FCM) Batt #3
21 20 Amp
YellowRt Trailer-Tow Stop/
Turn
22 30 Amp
PinkFinal Drive Control
Module (FDCM)
MOD
23 50 Amp
RedRadiator Fan
27 15 Amp
BlueIgnition Off Draw
(IOD) #1Cav-
ityCartridge
FuseMini-Fuse Description
28 20 Amp
YellowIgnition Off Draw
(IOD) #2
29 10 Amp
RedOccupant Restraint
Controller (ORC) R/S
30 10 Amp
RedOccupant Restraint
Controller (ORC) R/O
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than
21 days you may want to take steps to protect your
battery. You may:
•Remove fuse #27 in the Intelligent Power Module
labeled Ignition-Off Draw (IOD#1).
•Or, disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
•Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (i.e. vacation) for two weeks or more, run the
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Torque Converter...................... 294
Autostick............................. 290
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet)...... 163
Auxiliary Power Outlet................... 163
Battery............................... 418
Emergency Starting..................... 398
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 25
Saving Feature (Protection)............... 135
Belts, Seat............................37,70
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 420
B-Pillar Location........................ 331
Brake Assist System...................... 313
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 312
Brake Fluid............................ 430
Brake System........................... 430
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................309,312
Fluid Check.......................... 430
Master Cylinder....................... 430Parking............................. 308
Warning Light........................ 184
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 287
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 68
Bulb Replacement.....................449,450
Bulbs, Light............................ 71
Calibration, Compass..................... 201
Camera, Rear........................... 151
Capacities, Fluid........................ 456
Caps, Filler
Fuel............................... 364
Power Steering........................ 307
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 427
Car Washes............................ 437
Carbon Monoxide Warning...............69,359
Cargo Area Cover....................... 168
Cargo Area Features...................... 167
Cargo Compartment...................... 167
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Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 425
Inspection........................... 424
Points to Remember.................... 429
Pressure Cap......................... 427
Radiator Cap......................... 427
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze).........425,456
Cruise Light........................... 191
Cupholders............................ 167
Customer Assistance..................... 489
Data Recorder, Event...................... 56
Daytime Running Lights................... 133
Dealer Service.......................... 413
Defroster, Rear Window................... 173
Defroster, Windshield................71,263,269
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 410
Diesel Fuel............................ 360
Diesel Fuel Requirements.................. 360
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 137Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission................. 434
Oil (Engine).......................... 414
Power Steering........................ 307
Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 401
Disarming, Theft System................... 21
Disposal
Engine Oil........................... 417
Used Engine Fluids.................... 417
Door Locks............................. 29
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 30
Door Opener, Garage..................... 154
Driving............................... 301
Off-Pavement......................... 302
Off-Road............................ 302
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™).... 257
E-85 Fuel............................. 361
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 80
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