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Locks and Security 95
Keys 95
Locks 101
Anti-theft system 113
Seating and Safety Restraints 119
Seating 119
Safety restraints 131
Airbags 146
Child restraints 162
Tires, Wheels and Loading 180
Tire information 180
Tire inflation 182
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 195
Vehicle loading 201
Trailer towing 206
Recreational towing 206
Driving 209
Starting 209
Brakes 214
AdvanceTrac216
Transmission operation 223
Reverse sensing system 231
Rear-view camera system 233
Roadside Emergencies 249
Getting roadside assistance 249
Hazard flasher switch 250
Fuel pump shut-off switch 250
Fuel pump shut-off 251
Fuses and relays 252
Changing tires 258
Wheel lug nut torque 264
Jump starting 266
Wrecker towing 269
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INSTRUMENT PANEL STORAGE COMPARTMENT
The storage compartment may be
used to secure sunglasses or similar
sized objects. Press the button to
open the storage compartment.
AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12V DC)
Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert
any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the
outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power
outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.
Auxiliary power points can be found in the following locations:
•On the instrument panel
•In the center console utility compartment
Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element (if
equipped).
Note:Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter
socket (if equipped). Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not
covered by your warranty, and can result in fire or serious injury.
To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s) over
the vehicle capacity of 12V DC/180W. If the power point is not working, a
fuse may have blown. Refer toFuses and relaysin theRoadside
Emergencieschapter for information on checking and replacing fuses.
To have full capacity usage of your power point, the engine is required to
be running to avoid unintentional discharge of the battery. To prevent
the battery from being discharged:
•do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is
not running,
•do not leave battery chargers, video game adapters, computers and
other devices plugged in overnight or when the vehicle is parked for
extended periods.
Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used.
Driver Controls
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•Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering pump fluid level
(below the MIN mark on the reservoir).
•Some noise is normal during operation. If excessive, check for low
power steering pump fluid level before seeking service by your
authorized dealer.
•Heavy or uneven steering efforts may be caused by low power steering
pump fluid level. Check for low power steering pump fluid level before
seeking service by your authorized dealer.
•Do not fill the power steering pump reservoir above the MAX mark on
the reservoir, as this may result in leaks from the reservoir.
All engines
If the steering wanders or pulls equipped with either an EPS or a
hydraulic steering system, check for:
•an improperly inflated tire
•uneven tire wear
•loose or worn suspension components
•loose or worn steering components
•improper steering alignment
A high crown in the road or high crosswinds may also make the steering
seem to wander/pull.
Speed sensitive steering
The steering in your vehicle is speed sensitive. At lower speeds the assist
is increased to improve maneuverability.
If the amount of effort required to steer your vehicle changes while
driving at a constant vehicle speed, have the power steering system
checked by your authorized dealer.
BRAKE-SHIFT INTERLOCK
This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that prevents
the gearshift lever from being moved from P (Park) when the ignition is
in the on position unless the brake pedal is pressed.
If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition in
the on position and the brake pedal pressed, it is possible that a fuse has
blown or the vehicle’s brake lamps are not operating properly. Refer to
Fuses and relaysin theRoadside Emergencieschapter.
Driving
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FUSES AND RELAYS
Fuses
If electrical components in the
vehicle are not working, a fuse may
have blown. Blown fuses are
identified by a broken wire within
the fuse. Check the appropriate
fuses before replacing any electrical
components.
Note:Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage
rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire
damage and could start a fire.
Standard fuse amperage rating and color
COLOR
Fuse
ratingMini
fusesStandard
fusesMaxi
fusesCartridge
maxi
fusesFuse link
cartridge
2A Grey Grey — — —
3A Violet Violet — — —
4A Pink Pink — — —
5A Tan Tan — — —
7.5A Brown Brown — — —
10A Red Red — — —
15A Blue Blue — — —
20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue
25A Natural Natural — Natural Natural
30A Green Green Green Pink Pink
40A — — Orange Green Green
50A — — Red Red Red
60A — — Blue Yellow Yellow
70A — — Tan — Brown
80A — — Natural Black Black
Passenger compartment fuse panel
The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by
the brake pedal. Remove the panel cover to access the fuses.
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To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel
cover.
The fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
1 30A Driver smart window motor
2 15A Brake on/off switch, Center
high-mounted stop lamp
3 15A Not used (spare)
4 30A Not used (spare)
5 10A Keypad illumination, Brake shift
interlock
6 20A Turn signal lamps, Stop lamps
7 10A Low beam headlamps (left)
8 10A Low beam headlamps (right)
9 15A Courtesy lamps
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
10 15A Backlighting, Puddle lamps
11 10A AWD module
12 7.5A Power outside mirrors
13 5A SYNCmodule
14 10A Electronic finish panel (EFP)
radio and climate control buttons
module, Navigation display, Center
information display, GPS module
15 10A Climate control
16 15A Not used (spare)
17 20A Door locks, Trunk release
18 20A Heated seats
19 25A Amplifier
20 15A On-board diagnostic connector
21 15A Fog lamps
22 15A Front sidemarker lamps, Park
lamps, License plate lamp
23 15A High beam headlamps
24 20A Horn
25 10A Demand lamps/power saver relay
26 10A Instrument cluster battery power
27 20A Ignition switch
28 5A Radio crank sense circuit
29 5A Instrument cluster ignition power
30 5A Not used (spare)
31 10A Not used (spare)
32 10A Restraint control module
33 10A Not used (spare)
34 5A Not used (spare)
35 10A Rear park assist, Blind spot
monitor system, Heated seats,
AWD, Rear video camera
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
36 5A Passive anti-theft sensor (PATS)
transceiver
37 10A Not used (spare)
38 20A Subwoofer amplifier
39 20A Radio
40 20A Not used (spare)
41 15A Automatic dimming mirror, Moon
roof, Compass, Ambient lighting
42 10A Electronic stability control,
Electronic power assist steering
43 10A Not used (spare)
44 10A Fuel diode/Powertrain control
module
45 5A Heated backlight and blower relay
coil, Wiper washer
46 7.5A Occupant classification sensor
(OCS) module, Passenger airbag
off lamp
47 30A Circuit
BreakerPower windows
48 — Delayed accessory relay
Power distribution box
The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The
power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your
vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads.
WARNING:Always disconnect the battery before servicing high
current fuses.
WARNING:To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace
the cover to the power distribution box before reconnecting the
battery or refilling fluid reservoirs.
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If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the
Batterysection of theMaintenance and Specificationschapter.
The high-current fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
1 50A* Electronic power assist steering
B+
2 50A* Electronic power assist steering
B+
3 40A* Powertrain control module (PCM)
(relay 57 power)
4 — Not used
5 30A* Starter motor (relay 55 power)
6 40A* Rear defrost (relay 53 power)
7 — Not used
8 40A* Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
pump
9 20A* Wiper washer
10 30A* ABS valve
11 — Not used
12 — Not used
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