WARNING!
The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of
physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it
increase the traction afforded by prevailing
road conditions. The ABS cannot prevent ac-
cidents, including those resulting from exces-
sive speed in turns, driving on very slippery
surfaces, or hydroplaning. The capabilities of
an ABS-equipped vehicle must never be ex-
ploited in a reckless or dangerous manner
which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the
safety of others.
Traction Control System (TCS)
This system monitors the amount of wheel spin
of each of the driven wheels. If wheel spin is
detected, brake pressure is applied to the
slipping wheel(s) and engine power is reduced
to provide enhanced acceleration and stability.
A feature of the TCS system, Brake Limited
Differential (BLD), functions similar to a limited-
slip differential and controls the wheel spin
across a driven axle. If one wheel on a driven
axle is spinning faster than the other, the sys-tem will apply the brake of the spinning wheel.
This will allow more engine torque to be applied
to the wheel that is not spinning. This feature
remains active even if ESC system is in the
“Partial Off” mode. Refer to “Electronic Stability
Control (ESC)” in this section for further infor-
mation.
Brake Assist System (BAS)The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s
braking capability during emergency braking
maneuvers. The system detects an emergency
braking situation by sensing the rate and
amount of brake application and then applies
optimum pressure to the brakes. This can help
reduce braking distances. The BAS comple-
ments the anti-lock brake system (ABS). Apply-
ing the brakes very quickly results in the best
BAS assistance. To receive the benefit of the
system, you must apply
continuousbraking
pressure during the stopping sequence (do not
“pump” the brakes). Do not reduce brake pedal
pressure unless braking is no longer desired.
Once the brake pedal is released, the BAS is
deactivated.
WARNING!
The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of
physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it
increase the traction afforded by prevailing
road conditions. The BAS cannot prevent
accidents, including those resulting from ex-
cessive speed in turns, driving on very slip-
pery surfaces, or hydroplaning. The capabili-
ties of a BAS-equipped vehicle must never be
exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner
which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the
safety of others.
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)This system anticipates the potential for wheel
lift by monitoring the driver’s steering wheel
input and the speed of the vehicle. When ERM
determines that the rate of change of the steer-
ing wheel angle and vehicle speed are suffi-
cient to potentially cause wheel lift, it then
applies the brake of the appropriate wheel and
may also reduce engine power to lessen the
chance that wheel lift will occur. ERM will only
intervene during very severe or evasive driving
maneuvers.
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5. For a rear tire, place the jack and protective
cap in the slot on the rear tie-down bracket, just
forward of the rear tire (as indicated by the
triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding).
Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure
the jack is fully engaged.6. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw
clockwise. Raise the vehicle only until the tire
just clears the surface and enough clearance is
obtained to install the spare tire. Minimum tire
lift provides maximum stability.
WARNING!
Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can
make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off
the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the
vehicle only enough to remove the tire.7. Remove the lug nuts and wheel.
8. Position the spare wheel/tire on the vehicle
and install the lug nuts with the cone-shaped
end toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the nuts.
To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the
jack, do not tighten the nuts fully until the
vehicle has been lowered.
9. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw
counterclockwise, and remove the jack and
wheel blocks.
10. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down
on the wrench while tightening for increased
leverage. Alternate nuts until each nut has
been tightened twice. The correct wheel nut
tightness is 95 ft lbs (130 N·m). If in doubt about
the correct tightness, have them checked with
a torque wrench by your authorized dealer or at
a service station.
11. Lower the jack to the fully closed position
and return it and the tools to the proper posi-
tions in the foam tray.
Front Jacking LocationRear Jacking Location
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WARNING!(Continued)
• Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can
result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine
parts, causing the brake fluid to catch fire.
Brake fluid can also damage painted and
vinyl surfaces, care should be taken to
avoid its contact with these surfaces.
• Do not allow petroleum based fluid to con-
taminate the brake fluid. Brake seal com-
ponents could be damaged, causing partial
or complete brake failure. This could result
in an accident.
Front/Rear Axle FluidFor normal service, periodic fluid level checks
are not required. When the vehicle is serviced
for other reasons the exterior surfaces of the
axle assembly should be inspected. If gear oil
leakage is suspected inspect the fluid level.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
information. Front Axle Fluid Level Check
The front axle oil level needs to be between
1/8 in (3 mm) below the bottom of the fill hole
and the bottom of the fill hole.
The front axle fill and drain plugs should be
tightened to 22 to 29 ft lbs (30 to 40 N·m).
CAUTION!
Do not over tighten the plugs as it could
damage them and cause them to leak.
Rear Axle Fluid Level Check
The rear axle oil level needs to be between
1/8 in (3 mm) below the bottom of the fill hole
and the bottom of the fill hole.
The rear axle fill and drain plugs should be
tightened to 22 to 29 ft lbs (30 to 40 N·m) on
axles with aluminum housings. The rear axle fill
and drain plugs should be tightened to 22 to
52 ft lbs (30 to 70 N·m) on axles with cast iron
housings.
CAUTION!
Do not over tighten the plugs as it could
damage then and cause them to leak.
Selection of Lubricant
Use only the manufacturer’s recommended
fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
information.
Transfer Case
Fluid Level Check
Inspect the transfer case for fluid leaks. If a fluid
leak is found, the transfer case fluid level can
be checked by removing the filler plug located
on the back side of the transfer case. The fluid
level should be at the bottom edge of the filler
plug hole when the vehicle is in a level position.
Adding Fluid
Add fluid at the filler hole, until it runs out of the
hole, when the vehicle is in a level position.
Drain
First remove fill plug, then remove drain plug.
Recommended tightening torque for drain and
fill plugs is 15 to 25 ft lbs (20 to 34 N·m).
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CAUTION!
When installing plugs, do not overtighten. You
could damage them and cause them to leak.
Selection of Lubricant
Use only the manufacturer’s recommended
fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
information.
Automatic Transmission
Selection of Lubricant
It is important that the proper lubricant is used
in the transmission to assure optimum transmis-
sion performance. Use only the manufacturer’s
recommended transmission fluid. Refer to “Flu-
ids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main-
taining Your Vehicle” for further information. It is
important that the transmission fluid be main-
tained at the prescribed level using the recom-
mended fluid.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the
manufacturer’s recommended fluid may
cause deterioration in transmission shift qual-
ity and/or torque converter shudder. Using a
transmission fluid other than the manufactur-
er’s recommended fluid will result in more
frequent fluid and filter changes. Refer to
“Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion.
Special Additives
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engi-
neered product and its performance may be
impaired by supplemental additives. Therefore,
do not add any fluid additives to the transmis-
sion. The only exception to this policy is the use
of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid leaks. In
addition, avoid using transmission sealers as
they may adversely affect seals.CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmis-
sion as the chemicals can damage your trans-
mission components. Such damage is not
covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check – 3.6L and 3.0L Diesel
Engine
Regular fluid level checks are not required. For
this reason, the dipstick is omitted.
If you notice fluid loss or transmission malfunc-
tion, have your authorized dealer check the
transmission fluid level.
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CAUTION!
•Using a transmission fluid other than the
manufacturer’s recommended fluid may
cause deterioration in transmission shift
quality and/or torque converter shudder.
Using a transmission fluid other than that
recommended by the manufacturer will re-
sult in more frequent fluid and filter
changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and
Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Ve-
hicle” for further information.
• The fluid level is preset at the factory and it
does not require adjustment under normal
operating conditions. If a transmission fluid
leak occurs, visit your authorized dealer
immediately. Severe damage to the trans-
mission may occur. Your authorized dealer
has the proper tools to adjust the fluid level
accurately.
Fluid Level Check – 5.7L Engine
Check the fluid level while the transmission is at
normal operating temperature. This occurs af-
ter at least 15 miles (25 km) of driving. At normal operating temperature the fluid cannot
be held comfortably between the fingertips.
To check the fluid level properly, the following
procedure must be used:
1. Operate the engine at idle speed and nor-
mal operating temperature.
2. The vehicle must be on level ground.
3. Fully apply the parking brake, and press the
brake pedal.
4. Place the shift lever momentarily in each
gear position ending with the shift lever in
PARK.
5. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean and
reinsert it until seated.
6. Remove the dipstick again, and note the
fluid level on both sides. The fluid level should
be between the “HOT” (upper) reference holes
on the dipstick at normal operating tempera-
ture. The fluid level is only valid if there is a solid
coating of oil on both sides of the dipstick. If the
fluid is low, add as required into the dipstick
tube.
Do not overfill. After adding any quantity
of oil through the oil fill tube, wait a minimum of two minutes for the oil to fully drain into the
transmission before rechecking the fluid level.
NOTE:
If it is necessary to check the transmission
below the operating temperature, the fluid
level should be between the two “COLD”
(lower) holes on the dipstick with the fluid at
approximately 70°F (21°C) (room tempera-
ture). If the fluid level is correctly estab-
lished at room temperature, it should be
between the “HOT” (upper) reference holes
when the transmission reaches 180°F
(82°C). Remember it is best to check the
level at the normal operating temperature.
CAUTION!
Be aware that if the fluid temperature is below
50°F (10°C) it may not register on the dipstick.
Do not add fluid until the temperature is
elevated enough to produce an accurate
reading.
7. Check for leaks. Release parking brake.
To prevent dirt and water from entering the
transmission after checking or replenishing
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Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
(Cruise Control)..............118
Adding Fuel ................242
Additives, Fuel ...............241
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air
Cleaner Filter) ...............276
Air Conditioner Maintenance .......277
Air Conditioning ..............186
Air Conditioning Controls .........186
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips .....192
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .......277
Air Conditioning System .......186,188
Air Filter ...................276
Air Pressure, Tires .............230
Air Suspension ...............214
Airbag .................. 37,42
Airbag Deployment .............43
Airbag Light ........... 41,45,56,158
Airbag Maintenance ............44
Airbag, Side ............. 38,41,42
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) . . . 39,41,42
Alarm (Security Alarm) ..........163
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ......15
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ......8
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ........297
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......223
Anti-Lock Warning Light ..........162 Anti-Theft System
.............163
Appearance Care .............287
Assist, Hill Start ..............227
Auto Down Power Windows ........25
Automatic Dimming Mirror .........67
Automatic Door Locks ...........21
Automatic Headlights ...........106
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . 188
Automatic Transmission .......206,285
Adding Fluid ...............286
Fluid and Filter Changes ........285
Fluid Level Check .........285,286
Fluid Type ................285
Special Additives ............285
Torque Converter ............209
Autostick ..................206
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power
Outlet) ...................144
Auxiliary Power Outlet ...........144
Battery ...................276
Keyless Transmitter Replacement
(RKE) ...................18
Belts, Seat ................ 29,56
Blind Spot Monitoring ............69
Body Mechanism Lubrication .......277Brake Assist System............224
Brake Control System, Electronic .....223
Brake Fluid .................283
Brake System ...............283
Anti-Lock (ABS) .............223
Fluid Check ...............283
Master Cylinder .............283
Parking ..................222
Warning Light ..............161
Brake/Transmission Interlock .......205
Break-In Recommendations, New
Vehicle ....................54
Bulb Replacement .............293
Bulbs, Light .................57
Calibration, Compass ...........175
Camera, Rear ...............138
Capacities, Fluid ..............297
Caps, Filler Fuel ....................242
Power Steering .............221
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ......281
Car Washes ................287
Carbon Monoxide Warning .........55
Cargo Area Cover .............149
Cargo Area Features ...........148
336
Storage, Vehicle............ 192,292
Storing Your Vehicle ............292
Sun Roof ................ 140,142
Sun Visor Extension .............69
Sunglasses Storage ............140
Supplemental Restraint System -
Airbag ....................37
Suspension, Air ..............214
Sway Control, Trailer ............226
Synthetic Engine Oil ............275
Tachometer .................158
Telescoping Steering Column .......115
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) . . 188
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant . . 163
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint .......50
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo ..........149
Tilt Steering Column ............115
Tip Start ..................203
Tires ................... 57,230
Air Pressure ...............230
Chains ..................231
Changing ................259
High Speed ...............231
Inflation Pressures ...........230
Jacking ..................259 Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) . . . 234
Pressure Warning Light
.........160
Radial ..................231
Replacement ..............233
Rotation .................234
Spare Tire ................259
Spinning .................231
Tread Wear Indicators .........232
Wheel Mounting .............261
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .......246
Torque Converter Clutch .........209
Tow/Haul Indicator Light .........159
Towing ................. 244,265
Disabled Vehicle ............265
Guide ..................246
Recreational ...............251
Weight ..................246
Towing Eyes ................264
Traction Control ..............224
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ........226
Trailer Towing ................244
Cooling System Tips ..........250
Hitches ..................250
Minimum Requirements .........247
Trailer and Tongue Weight .......246
Wiring ..................248
Trailer Towing Guide ............246 Trailer Weight................246
Transfer Case ...............284
Maintenance ...............284
Transmission Automatic .............. 206,285
Maintenance ...............285
Shifting ..................204
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry) ...........18
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry) ...........17
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) .....................17
Tread Wear Indicators ...........232
Turn Signals ........... 159,294,295
UCI Connector ...............181
uconnect (Hands-Free Phone) ......74
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)
Connector .................181
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ......32
Upholstery Care ..............288
Vanity Mirrors ................69
Variance, Compass ............175
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .....8
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