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8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive(+)jumper
cable from the positive (+)post of the booster battery.
9. Disconnect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable
from the positive (+)post of the discharged vehicle.
If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle
you should have the battery and charging system in-
spected at your authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle
power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery,
even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s
battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery
life and/or prevent the engine from starting.
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it
can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your
steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the
front wheels. Then move the shift lever back and forth
between DRIVE and REVERSE. Using minimal accelera-
tor pedal pressure to maintain the rocking motion, with-
out spinning the wheels, is most effective.
CAUTION!
Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to
transmission overheating and failure. Allow the en-
gine to idle with the shift lever in NEUTRAL for at
least one minute after every five rocking-motion
cycles. This will minimize overheating and reduce
the risk of transmission failure during prolonged
efforts to free a stuck vehicle.
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NOTE:To improve the vehicle’s traction when starting
off in deep snow, sand or gravel, it may be desirable to
switch the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) to “Partial
Off” mode. Refer to “Electronic Brake Control System” in
“Starting and Operating” for further information.
CAUTION!
•When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving be-
tween DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin the
wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain
damage may result.
•Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast
may lead to transmission overheating and failure.
It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the
wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) while in gear (no
transmission shifting occurring).
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-
ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or
even failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could
explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehi-
cle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for
longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop-
ping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near
a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE
If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be
moved out of the PARK position, you can use the
following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever:
1. Firmly apply the parking brake.
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CAUTION!
•The catalytic converter requires the use of un-
leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the
effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions con-
trol device and may seriously reduce engine per-
formance and cause serious damage to the engine.
•Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your
vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition.
In the event of engine malfunction, particularly
involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of
performance, have your vehicle serviced promptly.
Continued operation of your vehicle with a severe
malfunction could cause the converter to overheat,
resulting in possible damage to the converter and
vehicle.Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con-
verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im-
portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure
proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst
damage.
NOTE:
Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifica-
tions, should be obtained immediately.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 563

DisposalAntifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............. 573
Engine Oil ......................... 560
Domelight ............................. 203
Door Locks ............................. 34
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 37
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 236
Driving On Slippery Surfaces .................. 443
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ...................... 444
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy .... 314
E-85 Fuel ............................. 495
Economy (Fuel) Mode .................... 433
Electric Remote Mirrors ................... 118
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 248
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 452
Brake Assist System ................... 453 Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)
...... 217
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 454
Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) ....................... 229,304
Emergency, In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher ............... 521
Jacking ......................... 522,531
Jump Starting ....................... 540
Overheating ........................ 521
Emission Control System Maintenance ......... 555
Engine Air Cleaner ......................... 561
Block Heater ........................ 431
Break-In Recommendations ............. 103
Checking Oil Level ................... 558
Compartment ....................... 553
Compartment Identification ............. 553
Coolant (Antifreeze) .................. 600
Cooling ........................... 570
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Exhaust Gas Caution.............57,104,494
Fails to Start ........................ 429
Flooded, Starting ..................... 429
Fuel Requirements ................. 491,599
Oil ......................... 558,599,600
Oil Change Interval ................... 559
Oil Disposal ........................ 560
Oil Filler Cap ....................... 560
Oil Filter Disposal .................... 560
Oil Selection ..................... 559,599
Oil Synthetic ........................ 560
Overheating ........................ 521
Starting ........................... 425
Temperature Gauge ................... 300
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 85
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 20
Ethanol ............................... 492
Event Data Recorder ...................... 88
Exhaust Gas Caution ................57,104,494Exhaust System
...................... 104,562
Extender, Seat Belt ........................ 75
Exterior Folding Mirrors ................... 118
Exterior Lights .......................... 107
Fabric Care ............................ 582
Filler Location Fuel ...................... 297
Filters Air Cleaner ......................... 561
Air Conditioning .................. 419,566
Engine Oil ....................... 560,600
Engine Oil Disposal ................... 560
Flash-To-Pass ........................... 209
Flashers Hazard Warning ..................... 521
Turn Signal ...................... 107,290
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Cruising Range ...................... 498
Engine Oil ......................... 497
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Materials Added to................... 560
Recommendation .................. 559,599
Synthetic .......................... 560
Viscosity ........................ 560,599
Onboard Diagnostic System ..............554,555
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®) ........... 236
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 4
Outside Rearview Mirrors ............... 116,117
Overhead Console ....................... 232
Overhead Travel Information Center .......... 232
Overheating, Engine ................... 300,521
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........4,625
Panic Alarm ............................ 24
Park Sense System, Rear ................... 220
Parking Brake .......................... 447
Pedals, Adjustable ....................... 216
Personal Settings ........................ 320
Pets, Transporting ....................... 100 Phone, Cellular
......................... 129
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™) ............. 129
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ......... 466
Power Door Locks ......................... 36
Lift Gate ........................... 54
Mirrors ............................ 118
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ........ 248
Seats ............................. 165
Sliding Door ......................... 47
Steering ........................ 446,447
Sunroof ........................... 245
Windows ........................... 42
Power Steering Fluid ..................... 601
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts .............. 75
Preparation for Jacking .................... 530
Pretensioners Seat Belts ........................... 69
Programmable Electronic Features ............ 320
642 INDEX