Points To Remember
NOTE:
When the vehicle is stopped after a few
miles/kilometers of operation, you may ob-
serve vapor coming from the front of the
engine compartment. This is normally a re-
sult of moisture from rain, snow, or high
humidity accumulating on the radiator and
being vaporized when the thermostat opens,
allowing hot engine coolant (antifreeze) to
enter the radiator.
If an examination of your engine compartment
shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks,
the vehicle may be safely driven. The vapor will
soon dissipate.
•Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle.
• Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator
and in the coolant expansion bottle. If engine
coolant (antifreeze) needs to be added, the
contents of the coolant expansion bottle must
also be protected against freezing.
• If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) addi-
tions are required, the cooling system should
be pressure tested for leaks. •
Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concen-
tration at a minimum of 50% OAT coolant
(conforming to MS-12106) and distilled water
for proper corrosion protection of your engine
which contains aluminum components.
• Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle
overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
• Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your
vehicle is equipped with air conditioning,
keep the front of the condenser clean.
•
Do not change the thermostat for Summer or
Winter operation. If replacement is ever neces-
sary, install ONLY the correct type thermostat.
Other designs may result in unsatisfactory
engine coolant (antifreeze) performance, poor
gas mileage, and increased emissions.
Brake SystemIn order to assure brake system performance,
all brake system components should be in-
spected periodically. Refer to the “Maintenance
Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure
and possibly a collision. Driving with your
foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can
result in abnormally high brake tempera-
tures, excessive lining wear, and possible
brake damage. You would not have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Fluid Level Check – Brake Master Cylinder
The fluid level of the master cylinder should be
checked when performing under the hood ser-
vice, or immediately if the brake system warning
lamp indicates system failure.
The brake master cylinder has a plastic reser-
voir. On the outboard side of the reservoir, there
is a “MAX” dot and a “MIN” dot. The fluid level
must be kept within these two dots. Do not add
fluid above the MAX mark, because leakage
may occur at the cap.
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Center High Mounted Stop Light......339
Chains, Tire ................. .265
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ......59
Checks, Safety .................59
Child Restraint ........50, 53, 54, 55, 56
Child Restraint Tether Anchors ......54, 55
Child Safety Locks ...............23
Clean Air Gasoline ..............274
Cleaning Wheels ................. .329
Climate Control ................209
Cold Weather Operation ...........222
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ......208
Compact Spare Tire .............262
Compass ...................182
Compass Calibration .............184
Compass Variance ..............182
Computer, Trip/Travel ............179
Connector UCI ................... .189
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) . .189
Conserving Fuel ...............178
Console, Overhead ..............140
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) . . .323
Cooling System ................321
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ......322
Coolant Capacity ............340 Coolant Level
..............323
Disposal of Used Coolant ........323
Drain, Flush, and Refill .........321
Inspection .............321, 323
Points to Remember ..........324
Pressure Cap ..............323
Radiator Cap ...............323
Selection of Coolant
(Antifreeze) .............322, 340
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .......119
Cupholders ................. .149
Customer Assistance .............372
Data Recorder, Event .............49
Daytime Running Lights..........
.108
Defroster, Rear Window ...........154
Defroster, Windshield ..........60, 212
Diesel Fuel ................. .275
Diesel Fuel Requirements ..........275
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission .........327
Oil (Engine) ...............313
Power Steering .............250
Disabled Vehicle Towing ...........304
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ......323
Door Locks ...................21 Door Locks, Automatic
............22
Driving .................... .244
Off-Pavement ..............245
Off-Road .................245
Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy ................. .178
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) ...............146
Electric Rear Window Defrost ........154
Electric Remote Mirrors ............71
Electronic Brake Control System ......252
Brake Assist System ..........252
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ......253
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...........117,119
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ......253
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ............164, 168
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ......302
Hazard Warning Flasher ........294
Jump Starting ..............300
Engine Air Cleaner ................315
Break-In Recommendations .......59
Compartment .........309, 310, 311
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Odometer...................164
Trip ................... .164
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road) ......245
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement) ......245
Oil Change Indicator .............177
Oil Change Indicator, Reset .........177
Oil, Engine ................. .313
Capacity .................340
Change Interval ..........177, 313
Diesel ...................314
Dipstick ................. .313
Disposal .................315
Filter ...................315
Filter Disposal ..............315
Identification Logo ............313
Materials Added to ...........315
Recommendation .........314, 340
Synthetic .................315
Viscosity ..............314, 340
Oil Filter, Selection ..............315
Onboard Diagnostic System .........312
Operating Precautions ............312
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ......6
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...........71
Overdrive ................231, 236
Overdrive OFF Switch .........231, 236
Overhead Console ..............140 Overheating, Engine
..........167, 294
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) ......6
Paint Care ................. .328
Paint Damage ................328
Parking Brake ................ .250
Park Sense System, Rear ..........134
Passing Light .................112
Personal Settings ...............184
Pets .......................58
Phone, Cellular ................. 7
2
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect®) .......72
Power Door Locks ................22
Lift Gate ..................29
Mirrors ...................71
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) . . .146
Seats ................ .94, 95
Steering ..............248, 250
Sunroof ...............142, 144
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ....116
Windows ..................26
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts .......41
Preparation for Jacking ...........295
Pretensioners Seat Belts .................37 Programmable Electronic Features
.....184
Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless Entry) ...............19
Quadra-Lift ................. .241
Quadra-Trac .................237
Radial Ply Tires ................261
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) . . .323
Radio Operation ...............209
Radio (Sound Systems) ...........188
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ........114
Rear Axle (Differential) ............325
Rear Camera .................139
Rear Cupholder ................149
Rear Fog Lights ...............168
Rear Park Sense System ..........134
Rear Seat, Folding ..............100
Rear Window Features ...........154
Rear Wiper/Washer .............154
Recorder, Event Data .............49
Recreational Towing .............287
Shifting into Transfer Case
Neutral (N) ................288
Shifting out of Transfer Case
Neutral (N) ................290
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