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Seat Belt Lock Out
The center rear seat belt system has a lock out feature that
will not allow you to extract the center webbing unless
the rear seat upper latch is engaged.
Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts
throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is
the best way to keep the baby safe.
Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt
across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible.
Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the
abdomen. That way the strong bones of the hips will take
the force if there is a collision.
Seat Belt Extender
If a seat belt is too short, even when fully extended and
when the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage (if
equipped) is in its lowest position, your authorized
dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender. Thisextender should be used only if the existing belt is not
long enough. When it is not required, remove the ex-
tender and store it.
WARNING!
Using a seat belt extender when not needed can in-
crease the risk of injury in a collision. Only use when
the seat belt is not long enough when it is worn low
and snug, and in the recommended seating positions.
Remove and store the extender when not needed.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Air Bags
This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the
driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat
belt restraint systems. The driver’s Advanced Front Air
Bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel. The
passenger’s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the
instrument panel, above the glove compartment. The
words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the air bag covers.
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and rear passengers sitting next to a window. The SABIC
air bags are located above the side windows and their
covers are also labeled: SRS AIRBAG.
This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat-
Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) to provide enhanced
protection for an occupant during a side impact. The
SABs are located in the outboard side of the front seats.
NOTE:
•Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim,
but they will open during air bag deployment.
•After any accident, the vehicle should be taken to an
authorized dealer immediately.
Air Bag System Components
Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag
system components:
•Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)
•Air Bag Warning Light
•Steering Wheel and Column
•Instrument Panel
•Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag
•Knee Impact Bolster
•Driver Advanced Front Air Bag
•Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag
•Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB)
•Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains
(SABIC)
•Front and Side Impact Sensors
•Front Seat Belt Pretensioners, Seat Belt Buckle Switch,
and Seat Track Position Sensors
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Transporting Pets
Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet could be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in
a collision.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses
or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
COMMERCIAL CARGO VEHICLES (NO FACTORY
INSTALLED REAR SEATS) — IF EQUIPPED
Commercial cargo vehicles are not designed for use as a
family vehicle and are not intended for carrying children
in the front passenger seat. However, if you must carry a
child in a vehicle without a rear seat, the passenger seat
should be moved to the full rearward position and the
child must be in a proper restraint system based on its
age, size and weight.
WARNING!
NEVER carry a child in a rear facing infant carrier in
a vehicle without rear seats. In an accident, serious
injury or death may occur from the deploying pas-
senger airbag.
Commercial Child Restraint Tether Anchor
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This vehicle is equipped with a child restraint tether
anchor located on the lower rear of the front passenger
seat.Use this tether anchor to secure only forward-
facing child restraints equipped with an upper tether
strap.
WARNING!
Rearward-facing infant restraints must never be se-
cured in the passenger seat of a vehicle with a
passenger airbag. In an accident, a passenger airbag
may deploy causing severe injury or death to infants
riding in rearward-facing infant restraints.
Restraining Infants And Small Children In
Commercial Cargo Vehicles
There are different sizes and types of restraints for
children from newborn size to the child almost large
enough for an adult safety belt. Use the restraint that is
correct for your child:
•The forward-facing child seat is for children from
about 20 to 40 lbs (9 to 18 kg), and more than one year
old.
•A convertible child seat, one that is designed to be
used for children who are too heavy for a rearward-
facing infant seat, may be used IN THE FORWARD
FACING POSITION ONLY, IT MUST NEVER BE
INSTALLED FACING TO THE REAR IN A COMMER-
CIAL CARGO VEHICLE. When a convertible seat is
properly installed facing forward, the vehicle seat
should be adjusted to the rear most position.
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CavityCartridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
M10 — 15 Amp BlueIgnition Off Draw —
Video System, Satel-
lite Radio, DVD,
Hands-Free Module,
Universal Garage
Door Opener, Vanity
Lamp, Streaming
Video Module – If
Equipped
M11 — 10 Amp RedClimate Control
System
M12 — 30 Amp GreenAmplifier/Radio
M13 — 20 Amp YellowInstrument Cluster,
SIREN, Clock Mod-
ule, Multi-Function
Control Switch – If
EquippedCavity
Cartridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
M14 — 20 Amp YellowTrailer Tow – If
Equipped
M15 — 20 Amp YellowRear View Mirror,
Instrument Cluster,
Multi-Function Con-
trol Switch, Tire Pres-
sure Monitor, Glow
Plug Module – If
Equipped
M16 — 10 Amp RedAirbag Module/
Occupant Classifica-
tion Module
M17 — 15 Amp BlueLeft Tail/License/
Park Lamp, Running
Lamps
M18 — 15 Amp BlueRight Tail/Park/Run
Lamp
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CavityCartridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
M32 — 10 Amp RedAirbag Module,
THATCHUM – If
Equipped
M33 — 10 Amp RedPowertrain
M34 — 10 Amp RedPark Assist, Heater
Climate Control Mod-
ule, Headlamp Wash,
Compass, Rear Cam-
era, Door Lamps,
Flashlight, Relay Die-
sel Cabin Heater, Rad
Fan Diesel – If
Equipped
M35 — 10 Amp RedHeated MirrorsCavity
Cartridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
M36 — 20 Amp YellowPower Outlet #3 (In-
strument Panel or
with Console Center)
M37 — 10 Amp RedAntilock Brakes, Sta-
bility Control, Stop
Lamp, Fuel Pump
M38 — 25 Amp NaturalDoor Lock/Unlock
Motors, Liftgate
Lock/Unlock Motors
The heated mirrors, lower instrument panel power outlet
and removable floor console, when in the front position
are fused with self-resetting fuses that are only service-
able by an authorized dealer. The power seats are fused
by a 30 Amp circuit breaker located under the driver’s
seat. The power windows are fused by a 25 Amp circuit
breaker located under the instrument panel near the
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Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 572
Adding Fuel ........................... 499
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... 569
Additives, Fuel ......................... 493
Adjustable Pedals ....................... 216
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 561
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 565
Air Conditioning ........................ 398
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 398
Air Conditioning Filter .................419,566
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ............... 565
Air Conditioning System .............398,406,565
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control ........ 398
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 419
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone .............403,414
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 471
Airbag .............................. 75,84
Airbag Deployment ....................... 85
Airbag Light .................... 82,88,105,297Airbag Maintenance
....................... 87
Airbag, Side ........................ 78,81,84
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ...........79,81,84
Alarm (Security Alarm) .................... 17
Alarm Light ........................... 298
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................... 349
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 293
Anti-Theft System ........................ 17
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..............571,599
Disposal ........................... 573
Appearance Care ........................ 579
Ashtray ............................... 258
Assist, Hill Start ........................ 457
Assistance Towing ....................... 143
Auto Down Power Windows ................ 44
Auto Up Power Windows .................. 44
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................ 116
Automatic Door Locks ..................... 37
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Lane Change Assist...................... 208
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 61
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) ....... 94
Latches ............................... 107
Hood ............................. 201
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 491
Leaks, Fluid ........................... 107
Life of Tires ............................ 477
Liftgate ................................ 53
Light Bulbs ............................ 107
Lights ............................. 107,202
Airbag ..................... 82,88,105,297
Alarm ............................ 298
Anti-Lock .......................... 293
Automatic Headlights ................. 205
Back-Up ........................... 597
Battery Saver ....................... 207
Brake Assist Warning .................. 456 Brake Warning
...................... 298
Bulb Replacement ................. 593,594
Center Mounted Stop .................. 598
Daytime Running .................... 206
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .............. 204
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . 456
Engine Temperature Warning ............ 302
Exterior ........................... 107
Fog ......................... 207,290,596
Hazard Warning Flasher ............... 521
Headlight Switch ..................... 205
Headlights On Reminder ............... 206
High Beam Indicator .................. 290
High Beam/Low Beam Select ............ 208
Illuminated Entry ..................... 20
Interior ......................... 203,204
License ............................ 598
Lights On Reminder .................. 206
Low Fuel ....................... 301,310
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