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CAUTION! (Continued)
•Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids
that protect the performance and durability of
your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance
intervals. Do not use chemical flushes in these
components as the chemicals can damage your
engine, transmission, power steering or air condi-
tioning. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty. If a flush is needed
because of component malfunction, use only the
specified fluid for the flushing procedure.
Engine Oil
Checking Oil Level
To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle’s engine, the
engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. Check
the oil level at regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.The best time to check the engine oil level is about five
minutes after a fully warmed up engine is shut off.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Always
maintain the oil level within the SAFE zone on the
dipstick. Adding one quart of oil when the reading is at
the bottom of the SAFE zone will result in a reading at the
top of the safe zone on these engines.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause
oil aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage
your engine.
Change Engine Oil
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for further information.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 533

Cavity CartridgeFuseMini
Fuse Description
M14 20 Amp
Yellow Back Up Camera
(Domestic Only)
M15 20 Amp
Yellow Power Seat
Module(s)/Audio
Telematics/Daytime
Running Lights
Relay/Instrument
Cluster/Transfer
Case Module
M16 10 Amp
Red Airbag Module
M19 25 Amp
Natural Automatic Shut-
down 1 and 2
M20 15 Amp
Blue Instrument Cluster
Interior Lighting
/Sw Steering
Wheel/Sw BankCavity Cartridge
FuseMini
Fuse Description
M21 20 Amp
Yellow Automatic Shut-
down 3
M22 10 Amp
Red Horns (Low/High)
– Right
M23 10 Amp
Red Horns (Low/High)
– Left
M25 20 Amp
Yellow Fuel Pump Motor/
Diesel Lift Pump –
If Equipped
M26 10 Amp
Red Spare
M27 10 Amp
Red Ignition Switch
M28 15 Amp
Blue Powertrain Control
Module
M29 10 Amp
Red Tire Pressure Moni-
tor
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 567

Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” or under “In-
strument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odom-
eter” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.
At Each Stop For Fuel
•Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level
while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the
accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when
the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.Once A Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and transmission and add as needed.
•Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the brake hoses and lines.8
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SMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 587

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 546
Adding Fuel ........................... 452
Adjustable Pedals ....................... 133
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 536
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 538
Air Conditioning ........................ 291
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 291
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............538,539
Air Conditioning System .............291,295,538
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 302
Air Pressure, Tires .................... 416,424
Airbag .............................. 53,62
Airbag Deployment ....................... 63
Airbag Light ..................... 61,65,83,224
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 64
Airbag, Side .......................... 59,62
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ...........56,59,62
Alarm (Security Alarm) .................... 18
Alarm Light ........................... 214 Alarm System (Security Alarm)
............... 18
Alarm, Panic ............................ 24
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................... 271
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .............. 395
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 225
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 18
Anti-Theft System ........................ 18
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..............545,580
Disposal ........................... 547
Appearance Care ........................ 557
Ashtray ............................... 166
Auto Down Power Windows ................ 35
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 94
Automatic Door Locks ..................... 30
Automatic Headlights .................... 123
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 295
Automatic Transmission ................... 313
Adding Fluid ....................... 556
614 INDEX

Caps, FillerOil (Engine) ........................ 534
Power Steering ...................... 391
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............. 547
Car Washes ............................ 558
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............82,447
Cargo Light ............................ 126
Cellular Phone ....................... 101,290
Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 575
Center Lap Belts ......................... 48
Center Seat Storage Compartment ............ 174
Certification Label ....................... 453
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 407
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) .............223,530
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 82
Checks, Safety ........................... 82
Child Restraint ........................ 67,68
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............72,76Child Seat
............................ 68,74
Cigar Lighter ........................... 166
Cleaning Wheels ............................ 560
Climate Control ......................... 290
Clock ............................. 250,260
Cold Weather Operation ................... 310
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 290
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 419
Compass .............................. 240
Compass Calibration ..................... 241
Compass Variance ....................... 241
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 237
Connector UCI ........................... 274,280
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ....274,280
Conserving Fuel ...................... 235,237
Console, Overhead ....................... 150
Contract, Service ........................ 607
616 INDEX

Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap).......... 547
Cooling System ......................... 544
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ............. 546
Coolant Capacity ..................... 580
Coolant Level .................... 544,548
Disposal of Used Coolant ............... 547
Drain, Flush, and Refill ................ 544
Inspection .......................... 548
Points to Remember .................. 549
Pressure Cap ........................ 547
Radiator Cap ....................... 547
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ....545,580,582
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .............. 134
Cupholders ............................ 169
Customer Assistance ..................... 605
Data Recorder, Event ...................... 66
Daytime Running Lights ................... 127
Dealer Service .......................... 531 Defroster, Rear Window
................... 180
Defroster, Windshield ................84,293,299
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ................. 130
Differential, Limited-Slip .................. 365
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission ................ 556
Power Steering ...................... 391
Disabled Vehicle Towing ................... 518
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............. 547
Door Locks ............................. 29
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 30
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 152
Driving Off-Pavement ....................... 347
Off-Road .......................... 347
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water ............................. 366
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy .... 235
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INDEX 617

Four-Way Hazard Flasher.................. 491
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................... 514
Front Axle (Differential) ................... 553
Fuel ................................. 443
Adding ........................... 452
Conserving ...................... 235,237
Ethanol ........................... 444
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .................. 453
Gauge ............................ 210
Light ............................. 218
Methanol .......................... 444
Octane Rating .................... 443,582
Requirements .................... 443,580
Saver Mode ...................... 235,237
Tank Capacity ....................... 580
Fuel Optimizer ......................... 235
Fuel Saver ............................. 235
Fuel System Caution ..................... 452
Fuel, Flexible ........................... 448 Fuses
................................ 564
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ........... 152
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ...............453,529
Gasoline (Fuel) ......................... 443
Conserving ...................... 235,237
Gasoline, Reformulated ................... 444
Gauges Coolant Temperature .................. 210
Fuel .............................. 210
Oil Pressure ........................ 214
Speedometer ........................ 211
Tachometer ......................... 210
Voltmeter .......................... 219
Gear Ranges ........................ 314,321
Gear Select Lever Override ................. 516
General Information .................. 18,25,442
Glass Cleaning .......................... 561
Grocery Bag Retainer ..................... 179
620 INDEX

Brake Assist Warning.................. 403
Brake Warning ...................... 219
Bulb Replacement ................. 570,571
Cap Top Clearance ................... 576
Cargo ............................. 126
Center Mounted Stop .................. 575
Check Engine (Malfunction Indicator) ...... 223
Courtesy/Reading .................... 150
Daytime Running .................... 127
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . 403
Exterior ............................ 85
Fog ......................... 124,225,573
Four-Wheel Drive Indicator ............. 329
Hazard Warning Flasher ............... 491
Headlights ......................... 123
High Beam ...................... 129,219
High Beam Indicator .................. 219
High Beam/Low Beam Select ............ 129
Illuminated Entry ..................... 19 Instrument Cluster
................. 206,210
Interior ......................... 125,150
Lights On Reminder .................. 127
Low Fuel .......................... 218
Oil Pressure ........................ 221
Passing ............................ 128
Seat Belt Reminder ................... 226
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ............ 214
Service ......................... 570,571
Side Marker ........................ 579
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ............ 214
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .......221,430
Traction Control ..................... 403
Transfer Case ....................... 329
Turn Signal ................. 85,128,571,573
Warning (Instrument Cluster
Description) ..................... 206,210
Limited-Slip Differential ................365,554
Loading Vehicle ......................... 453
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