Storage 4-5
Notice:Loading cargo on the
roof rack that weighs more than
75 kg (165 lbs) or hangs over the
rear or sides of the vehicle may
damage the vehicle. Load cargo
so that it rests evenly between
the crossrails, making sure to
fasten cargo securely.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo
when driving, check to make sure
crossrails and cargo are securely
fastened. Loading cargo on the roof
rack will make the vehicle’ s center
of gravity higher. Avoid high speeds,
sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden
braking or abrupt maneuvers,
otherwise it may result in loss of
control. If driving for a long distance,
on rough roads, or at high speeds,
occasionally stop the vehicle to
make sure the cargo remains in its
place Do not exceed the maximum vehicle
capacity when loading your vehicle.
For more information on vehicle
capacity and loading, see
Vehicle
Load Limits on page 9‑22.
Check that all cargo is securely
fastened to prevent damage or loss
while driving.
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Instruments and Controls 5-7
If the DIC display does not show a
heading, for example, N for North,
or the heading does not change
after making turns, there may be a
strong magnetic field interfering with
the compass. Such interference
may be caused by a magnetic CB or
cell phone antenna mount, a
magnetic emergency light, magnetic
note pad holder, or any other
magnetic item. Turn off the vehicle,
move the magnetic item, then turn
on the vehicle and calibrate the
compass.To calibrate the compass, use the
following procedure:
Compass Calibration Procedure
1. Before calibrating the compass,
make sure the compass is set to
the variance zone in which the
vehicle is located. See
“Compass Variance (Zone)
Procedure” earlier in this
section.
Do not operate any switches
such as window, sunroof,
climate controls, seats, etc.
during the calibration procedure.
2. Press the vehicle information button until PRESS
VTO
CALIBRATE COMPASS
displays. 3. Press the set/reset button to
start the compass calibration.
4. The DIC will display CALIBRATING COMPASS :
TURN IN CIRCLES. Drive the
vehicle in tight circles at less
than 5 mph (8 km/h) to complete
the calibration. The DIC will
display COMPASS
CALIBRATION COMPLETE
for a few seconds when the
calibration is complete. The DIC
display will then return to the
previous menu.
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Infotainment System 7-11
Fixed Mast Antenna
The fixed mast antenna can
withstand most car washes without
being damaged as long as it is
securely attached to the base. If the
mast becomes slightly bent,
straighten it out by hand. If the mast
is badly bent, replace it.
Occasionally check to make sure
the antenna is tightened to its base.
If tightening is required, tighten
by hand.
Satellite Radio Antenna
The XM Satellite Radio antenna is
located on the roof of the vehicle.
Keep the antenna clear of
obstructions for clear radio
reception.
If the vehicle has a sunroof, the
performance of the XM system may
be affected if the sunroof is open.
Audio Players
CD Player
Playing a CD
Insert a CD partway into the slot,
label side up. The player pulls it in
and the CD should begin playing.
ZEJECT :Press to eject the disc
that is currently playing. A beep
sounds and Ejecting Disc displays.
Once the disc is ejected, Remove
Disc displays. The disc can be
removed. If the disc is not removed,
after several seconds, the disc
automatically pulls back into the
player.
f(Tune): Turn to select tracks on
the CD that is currently playing.
©SEEK¨: Press©to go to
the start of the current track, if more
than ten seconds on the CD have
played. Press
¨to go to the next
track. If either arrow is held, or pressed
multiple times, the player continues
moving backward or forward
through the tracks on the CD.
sREV (Fast Reverse):
Press
and hold to reverse playback quickly
within a track. Sound will be heard
at a reduced volume. Release to
resume playing the track. The
elapsed time of the track displays.
\FWD (Fast Forward): Press
and hold to advance playback
quickly within a track. Sound will be
heard at a reduced volume. Release
to resume playing the track. The
elapsed time of the track displays.
RDM (Random): CD tracks can be
listened to in random, rather than
sequential order with the random
setting. To use random, press the
pushbutton positioned under the
RDM label until Random Current
Disc displays. Press the pushbutton
again to turn off random play.
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Driving and Operating 9-9
Loading Your Vehicle for
Off-Road Driving
{WARNING
.Cargo on the load floor piled
higher than the seatbacks
can be thrown forward during
a sudden stop. You or your
passengers could be injured.
Keep cargo below the top of
the seatbacks.
.Unsecured cargo on the load
floor can be tossed about
when driving over rough
terrain. You or your
passengers can be struck by
flying objects. Secure the
cargo properly.(Continued)
WARNING (Continued)
.Heavy loads on the roof raise
the vehicle's center of gravity,
making it more likely to roll
over. You can be seriously or
fatally injured if the vehicle
rolls over. Put heavy loads
inside the cargo area, not on
the roof. Keep cargo in the
cargo area as far forward and
low as possible.
There are some important things to
remember about how to load your
vehicle.
.The heaviest things should be
on the floor, forward of the rear
axle. Put heavier items as far
forward as you can.
.Be sure the load is properly
secured, so things are not
tossed around. You will find other important
information under
Vehicle Load
Limits
on page 9‑22and Tireson
page 10‑43.
Environmental Concerns
Off-road driving can provide
wholesome and satisfying
recreation. However, it also raises
environmental concerns. We
recognize these concerns and urge
every off-roader to follow these
basic rules for protecting the
environment:
.Always use established trails,
roads, and areas that have been
specially set aside for public
off-road recreational driving and
obey all posted regulations.
.Avoid any driving practice that
could damage shrubs, flowers,
trees, or grasses or disturb
wildlife. This includes
wheel-spinning, breaking down
trees, or unnecessary driving
through streams or over soft
ground.
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Driving and Operating 9-29
Retained Accessory
Power (RAP)
These vehicle accessories may be
used for up to 10 minutes after the
ignition key is turned to the LOCK
position:
.Outside Mirror
.Power Windows
.Sunroof (if equipped)
.Radio
The outside mirror, power windows
and sunroof will function until a door
is opened.
The radio will function until the
driver door is opened.
Starting the Engine
Move the shift lever to P (Park) or
N (Neutral). The engine will not start
in any other position. To restart the
engine when the vehicle is already
moving, use N (Neutral) only.
Notice: Do not try to shift to
P (Park) if the vehicle is moving.
If you do, you could damage the
transmission. Shift to P (Park)
only when the vehicle is stopped.
Starting Procedure
1. With your foot off the accelerator
pedal, turn the ignition to START.
When the engine starts, let go of
the key. The idle speed will slow
down as the engine warms. Do
not race the engine immediately
after starting it. Operate the
engine and transmission gently
to allow the oil to warm up and
lubricate all moving parts.
The vehicle has a
Computer-Controlled Cranking
System. This feature assists in
starting the engine and protects components. If the ignition key is
turned to the START position,
and then released when the
engine begins cranking, the
engine will continue cranking for
a few seconds or until the
vehicle starts. If the engine does
not start and the key is held in
START, cranking will be stopped
after 15 seconds to prevent
cranking motor damage. To
prevent gear damage, this
system also prevents cranking if
the engine is already running.
Engine cranking can be stopped
by turning the ignition switch to
the ACC/ACCESSORY or
LOCK/OFF position.
Notice: Cranking the engine for
long periods of time, by returning
the key to the START position
immediately after cranking has
ended, can overheat and damage
the cranking motor, and drain the
battery. Wait at least 15 seconds
between each try, to let the
cranking motor cool down.
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Vehicle Care 10-39
FusesUsage
ECM Engine Control
Module
ENG-3 Engine 3
ENG-2 Engine 2
ENG-1 Engine 1
HYBRID BEC Not Used
RUN Run
S/ROOF Sunroof Module
HTD/SEAT Heated Seat Control
Module
BCM Body Control
Module
STRTR Starter Motor WPR Windshield Wiper
4WD/ESCM All-Wheel Drive
System
ABS Antilock Brake
System Module Fuses
Usage
A/C CLTCH Air Conditioning
Compressor
BLWR MTR Blower Motor AMP Amplifier
HORN Horn
ABS Antilock Brake
System Module
I/P BEC Instrument Panel
Bussed Electrical
Center
FRT FOG Front Fog Lamps
I/P BEC Instrument Panel
Bussed Electrical
Center
DRL Daytime Running
Light
T/LAMP RT Right Marker and
Parking Lamps
T/LAMP LT Left Marker and
Parking Lamps Fuses
Usage
TRLR
T/LAMP Trailer Parking
Lamps
HDLP HI LT Passenger Side
High-Beam
Headlamp
STOP LP Stoplamps DEFOG Defroster Fog
HDLP
LO RT Driver Side
Low-Beam
Headlamp
HDLP
LO LT Passenger Side
Low-Beam
Headlamp
HDLP HI RT Driver Side
High-Beam
Headlamp
OSRVM HTR Outside Rearview
Mirror Heating
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Vehicle Care 10-41
Fuses Usage
PWR SEAT Power Seat
PASS
P/WIN Passenger Side
Power Window Fuses Usage
DRIV
P/WIN Driver Side Power
Window
S/ROOF Sunroof Module Fuses Usage
CIGAR Cigarette Lighter
ECM/TCM Engine Control
Module (ECM)/
Transmission
Control
Module (TCM)
FSCM Fuel Storage Control
Module
ISRVM Inside Rearview
Mirror
CLUSTER Instrument Panel
Cluster
AIR BAG Airbag System
OSRVM Outside Rearview
Mirror
KEY CAP Key Capture
Solenoid
WHL S/W Steering Wheel
Switch
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11-4 Service and Maintenance
.Body hinges and latches, key
lock cylinders, folding seat
hardware, and sunroof
(if equipped) lubrication. See
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
on page 11‑7. More
frequent lubrication may be
required when vehicle is
exposed to a corrosive
environment. Applying silicone
grease on weatherstrips with a
clean cloth makes them last
longer, seal better, and not stick
or squeak.
.Restraint system component
check. See Safety System
Check on page 3‑23.
.Automatic transmission fluid
level check and adding fluid,
if needed. See Automatic
Transmission Fluid
on
page 10‑12.
.Engine air cleaner filter
inspection. See Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 10‑12.
.Passenger compartment air filter
replacement (or every
12 months, whichever occurs
first). More frequent replacement
may be required if vehicle is
driven regularly under dusty
conditions.
Additional Required Services
At Each Fuel Stop
.Engine oil level check. See
Engine Oil on page 10‑8.
.Engine coolant level check. See
Engine Coolant on page 10‑15.
.Windshield washer fluid level
check. See Washer Fluidon
page 10‑22.
Once a Month
.Tire inflation check. See Tire
Pressure on page 10‑50.
.Tire wear inspection. See Tire
Inspection on page 10‑57. Once a Year
.See
Starter Switch Checkon
page 10‑27.
.See Automatic Transmission
Shift Lock Control System
Check on page 10‑28.
.See Ignition Transmission Lock
Check on page 10‑28.
.See Park Brake and P (Park)
Mechanism Checkon
page 10‑29.
.Engine cooling system and
pressure cap pressure check.
Radiator and air conditioning
condenser outside cleaning. See
Cooling System on page 10‑14.
.Exhaust system and nearby heat
shields inspection for loose or
damaged components.
.Accelerator pedal check for
damage, high effort, or binding.
Replace if needed.
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