BULB REPLACEMENT
Lamp assembly condensation
Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure.
Condensation can be a natural by-product of this design. When moist air
enters the lamp assembly through the vents, there is a possibility that
condensation can occur when the temperature is cold. When normal
condensation occurs, a thin film of mist can form on the interior of the
lens. The thin mist eventually clears and exits through the vents during
normal operation. Clearing time may take as long as 48 hours under dry
weather conditions.
Examples of acceptable condensation are:
•Presence of thin mist (no streaks, drip marks or droplets)
•Fine mist covers less than 50% of the lens
Examples of unacceptable moisture (usually caused by a lamp water
leak) are:
•Water puddle inside the lamp
•Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior of
the lens
Take your vehicle to a dealer for service if any of the above conditions of
unacceptable moisture are present.
Using the right bulbs
Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs
must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America and an
“E” for Europe to ensure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern
and safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly
or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn
time.
Function Number of
bulbsTrade number
Headlamps 2 H13/9008
Front park/turn lamps 2 3157NA (natural amber)
Front sidemarker 2 168
Fog lamps 2 9140
Backup lamp (styleside) 2 921
Backup lamp (Harley) 2 921
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3. Carefully pull the lamp assembly
straight rearward from the tailgate
pillar to disengage two hidden
snap-in retainers. (Flare side tail
lamps are not equipped with snap-in
retainers.)
4. Remove bulb socket from the
lamp assembly by turning it
counterclockwise.
5. Pull bulb straight out of socket
and press in the new bulb.
Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order.
Replacing high-mount brake and cargo lamp bulbs
Make sure the headlamp control is
in the off position.
1. Remove the two screws and move
the lamp assembly away from the
vehicle to expose the bulb sockets.
2. Remove the bulb socket by rotating counterclockwise and pulling it
out of the lamp assembly.
3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb.
Install the new bulbs in reverse order.
Replacing fog lamp bulbs (if equipped)
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the off position.
2. Remove the bulb socket from the
fog lamp by turning
counterclockwise.
3. Disconnect the electrical
connector from the fog lamp bulb.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Replacing exterior mounted mirror turn signal indicator lamp bulbs
For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer.
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E
Electronic message center ...19, 30
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................341
running out of fuel .........341, 394
Emission control system ..........399
Engine ........................................415
cleaning ...................................357
coolant .....................................381
fail-safe cooling .......................385
idle speed control ...................378
lubrication specifications .......410
refill capacities ........................410
service points ..................370–373
Engine block heater .................276
Engine oil ..................................375
checking and adding ..............375
dipstick ....................................375
filter, specifications ................409
refill capacities ........................410
specifications ..........................410
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................276
F
Fail safe cooling ........................385
Fleet MyKey programming ......133
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....388
Floor mats .................................120
Fluid capacities .........................410
Fog lamps ....................................80
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......306
driving off road .......................312
electronic shift ........................309
indicator light .........................306
lever operated shift ................307preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................288
Fuel ............................................388
calculating fuel
economy ............................22, 396
cap ...........................................391
capacity ...................................410
choosing the right fuel ...........392
detergent in fuel .....................394
filler funnel .............................394
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................388, 391, 396
filter, specifications ........388, 409
fuel pump shut-off ..................323
improving fuel economy ........396
octane rating ...........392–393, 415
quality ......................................393
running out of fuel .........341, 394
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................388
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................388, 392–393
Fuses ..................................323–324
G
Garage door opener ..................113
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............391
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................396
Gauges .........................................18
H
Hazard flashers .........................322
Headlamps ...................................80
aiming ........................................82
autolamp system .......................80
bulb specifications ....................86
daytime running lights .............81
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flash to pass ..............................81
high beam .................................81
replacing bulbs .........................87
turning on and off ....................80
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .....................66, 69, 71, 74
Hood ..........................................369
I
Ignition ...............................272, 415
Illuminated visor mirror .............95
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................208
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................401
Instrument panel
cleaning ...........................362–363
cluster ........................................12
J
Jack ............................................332
positioning ...............................332
storage .....................................332
Jump-starting your vehicle ......341
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...................................141
keypad .....................................151
locking and unlocking
doors ........................................152
programming entry code .......151
Keys ...........................133, 153–154
positions of the ignition .........272L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................80
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................86
daytime running light ...............81
fog lamps ...................................80
headlamps .................................80
headlamps, flash to pass ..........81
interior lamps ...........................84
replacing bulbs ...................87, 91
LATCH anchors .........................215
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........279
Limited-slip axle .......................288
Loading instructions .................258
Load limits .................................251
Locks
autolock ...................................141
childproof ................................144
doors ........................................140
Lubricant specifications ...........410
Lug nuts ....................................340
Lumbar support, seats .....161–162
M
Message center ...............19–20, 30
english/metric button ...............24
system check button ................24
warning messages ...............24, 39
Mirrors ...............................103–104
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ......................................103
fold away .................................105
heated ....................69, 71, 74, 105
programmable memory ..........147
side view mirrors (power) .....104
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