To Raise The Rear Seat
Raise the seatback and lock it into place. If interference
from the cargo area prevents the seatback from fully
locking, you will have difficulty returning the seat to its
proper position.
NOTE:If the rear seatback is not fully latched, the
center shoulder belt will not be able to be extended for
use. If you cannot extend the center shoulder belt, make
sure your seatback is fully latched.
WARNING!
Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into
position. If the seatback in not securely locked into
position the seat will not provide the proper stability
for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly
latched seat could cause serious injury.
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD
Release both the hood latches.
Raise the hood and locate the safety latch, located in the
middle of the hood opening. Push the latch to the left side
of the vehicle, to open the hood. You may have to push
Hood Latch
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both
inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.
WARNING!
Never leave children in the vehicle alone. Leaving
unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a
number of reasons. The child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. The child could operate
power windows, other controls or move the vehicle.
Manual Transmission – If Equipped
Apply the parking brake, place the shift lever in NEU-
TRAL, and press the clutch pedal before starting the
vehicle. This vehicle is equipped with a clutch interlock-
ing ignition system. It will not start unless the clutch
pedal is pressed to the floor.Four-Wheel Drive Models Only
In 4L mode, this vehicle will start regardless of whether
or not the clutch pedal is pressed to the floor. This feature
enhances off-road performance by allowing the vehicle to
start when in 4L without having to press the clutch pedal.
The “4WD Indicator Light” will illuminate when the
transfer case has been shifted into this mode.
Automatic Transmission – If Equipped
Start the vehicle with the shift lever in the PARK position
(vehicle can also be started in NEUTRAL). Apply the
brake before shifting to any driving range.
Normal Starting
NOTE:
Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the
accelerator pedal.
370 STARTING AND OPERATING
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light).............277,507
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 85
Checks, Safety ........................... 85
Child Restraint .................... 71,72,78,81
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............76,78
Child Safety Locks ........................ 38
Child Seat .............................. 75
Climate Control ......................... 351
Clock ........................... 300,318,328
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 350
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 440
Compass ........................ 281,285,292
Compass Calibration .................. 285,293
Compass Variance .................... 284,293
Computer, Trip/Travel .................281,290
Connector UCI .............................. 342
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ....... 342Console
.............................. 169
Console, Floor .......................... 169
Contract, Service ........................ 575
Cooling System ......................... 520
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ............. 522
Coolant Capacity ..................... 549
Coolant Level ....................... 524
Disposal of Used Coolant ............... 523
Drain, Flush, and Refill ................ 521
Inspection .......................... 520
Points to Remember .................. 524
Pressure Cap ........................ 523
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......521,549
Corrosion Protection ..................... 532
Cruise Light ........................... 272
Cupholders ............................ 168
Customer Assistance ..................... 573
584 INDEX
Keys................................. 14
Lane Change and Turn Signals .............. 267
Lane Change Assist ...................... 152
Lap Belts .............................. 47
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 47
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) .....76,78
Latches ................................ 89
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 452
Leaks, Fluid ............................ 89
Light Bulbs ............................. 89
Lights .............................. 89,149
Airbag ...................... 65,70,87,270
Alarm ............................ 271
Anti-Lock .......................... 269
Anti-Lock Warning ................... 269
Back-Up ........................... 548
Brake Assist Warning .................. 422 Brake Warning
...................... 268
Bulb Replacement .................... 546
Cargo ............................. 154
Center Mounted Stop .................. 549
Check Engine (Malfunction Indicator) ...... 277
Cruise ............................ 272
Daytime Running .................... 153
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .............. 152
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . 422
Electronic Throttle Control Warning ....... 280
Exterior ............................ 89
Fog ............................ 152,547
Hazard Warning Flasher ............... 484
Headlight Switch ..................... 150
Headlights ......................... 546
High Beam ......................... 267
High Beam Indicator .................. 267
Hill Descent Control Indicator ........... 424
Illuminated Entry ..................... 20
590 INDEX
Instrument Cluster................... 150
Interior ............................ 154
Lights On Reminder .................. 152
Low Fuel .......................... 266
Oil Pressure ........................ 267
Passing ............................ 152
Rear Servicing ....................... 548
Rear Tail ........................... 548
Seat Belt Reminder ................... 266
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ............ 271
Service ............................ 546
Side Marker ........................ 548
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ............ 271
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ......... 272
Traction Control ..................... 422
Turn Signal .............. 89,151,267,547,548
Voltage ............................ 266
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . 266 Loading Vehicle
......................... 459
Tires .............................. 431
Locking Axle ........................... 388
Locks Automatic Door ...................... 35
Child Protection ...................... 38
Door .............................. 34
Power Door ......................... 34
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH) ............................ 76,78
Lubrication, Body ....................... 515
Maintenance Free Battery .................. 513
Maintenance Procedures ................... 509
Maintenance Schedule .................... 554
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 277,507
Manual Transmission .................. 373,530
Fluid Level Check .................... 530
Lubricant Selection ................... 530
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INDEX 591
Rearview Mirrors........................ 96
Recorder, Event Data ...................... 70
Recreational Towing ...................... 478
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N) ..... 480
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N) .... 481
Reformulated Gasoline .................... 453
Refrigerant ............................ 515
Release, Hood .......................... 148
Reminder, Lights On ..................... 152
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... 57
Remote Control Door Locks ......................... 21
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................. 21
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ........ 348
Remote Starting System .................... 26
Replacement Bulbs ....................... 545
Replacement Keys ........................ 16
Replacement Parts ....................... 508
Replacement Tires ....................... 443 Reporting Safety Defects
................... 576
Resetting Oil Change Indicator .............. 289
Restraint, Head ......................... 142
Restraints, Child ....................... 71,75
Restraints, Occupant ...................... 43
Rotation, Tires .......................... 446
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................. 87
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 89
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 576
Safety Information, Tire ................... 426
Safety Tips ............................. 85
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... 86
Satellite Radio Antenna .................314,339
Schedule, Maintenance .................... 554
Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 57
Seat Belts ............................ 47,87
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ...... 53
And Pregnant Women .................. 58
594 INDEX
Child Restraint..................... 71,81
Extender ........................... 58
Front Seat .......................... 47
Inspection .......................... 87
Maintenance ........................ 536
Pretensioners ........................ 56
Reminder .......................... 266
Untwisting Procedure .................. 52
Seats ................................. 135
Adjustment ......................... 135
Easy Entry ......................... 138
Fold and Tumble Rear ................. 144
Head Restraints ...................... 142
Heated ............................ 141
Height Adjustment ................... 136
Rear Folding ........................ 146
Removal ........................ 145,146
Seatback Release ..................... 137
Tilting ............................ 137 Security Against Theft
..................... 18
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ................ 18
Selection of Oil ......................... 511
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ................... 15
Sentry Key Programming ................... 17
Sentry Key Replacement ................... 16
Service Assistance ....................... 573
Service Contract ......................... 575
Service Manuals ........................ 577
Setting the Clock .................. 300,318,328
Settings, Personal ........................ 294
Shift Lever Override ...................... 497
Shifting ............................... 377
Automatic Transmission ................ 378
Manual Transmission .................. 373
Transfer Case, Shifting into Transfer
Case Neutral (N) ..................... 480
Transfer Case, Shifting out of Transfer
Case Neutral (N) ..................... 481
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INDEX 595