WARNING!
• Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuck vehicle. Chains may break,causing serious injury or death.
• Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow hooks. Tow straps and chains may break, causing serious injury.
CAUTION!
Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a vehicle stranded off road. Do not
use tow hooks for tow truck hookup or highway towing. You could damage your
vehicle. Tow straps are recommended when towing the vehicle; chains may cause
vehicle damage.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLEModelFlat Towing (all four
wheels on the ground)Flatbed Towing (all
four wheels suspended
OFF the ground)Front Wheels Raised,
Rear Wheels on the
GroundRear Wheels Raised,
Front Wheels on the
Ground
Two-wheel drive -
Transmission not
operable Remove the driveshaft Recommended method NOT permitted without
towing dollyNOT permitted without
towing dolly
Two-wheel drive -
Transmission operable Shift lever must be In
NEUTRAL, the speed
less than 30 mph
(48 km/h) and the
distance traveled less
than 15 mi (24 km).Recommended method Shift lever must be In
NEUTRAL, the speed
less than 30 mph
(48 km/h) and the
distance traveled less
than 15 mi (24 km).Shift lever must be In
NEUTRAL, the speed
less than 30 mph
(48 km/h) and the
distance traveled less
than 15 mi (24 km).
Four-wheel drive Not permitted
Recommended method NOT permitted without
towing dollyNOT permitted without
towing dolly
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
MAINTENANCE CHART
Miles:
6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000 78,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
Or Kilometers:
10,000 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000 120,000 130,000
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
If using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or
off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner
filter; replace if necessary. XXXX
X
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. XXXXXX
Inspect the CV joints. Perform the first inspection at
12,000 miles (20,000 km) or 12 months. X
XXX
Inspect the exhaust system. Perform the first
inspection at 12,000 miles (20,000 km) or 12 months. X
XXX
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. XX
Drain the transfer case and refill. XX
Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with
four wheel disc brakes. XX
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if
using your vehicle for any of the following: police,
taxi, fleet or frequent trailer towing. X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot
seals, for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage,
wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if
necessary. XXXXXX
Inspect accessory drive belt(s); replace if necessary. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months if
not done 102,000 miles (170,000 km). X• Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for complete maintenance schedule.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
