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STEERING
To help prevent damage to the power steering system:
•Never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points (until it
stops) for more than a few seconds when the engine is running.
•Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering pump fluid level
(If the fluid level is below the MIN line mark on the dipstick).
•Some noise is normal during operation. If the noise is excessive, check
for low power steering pump fluid level before seeking service by your
authorized dealer.
•Heavy or uneven steering efforts may be caused by low power steering
pump fluid level. Check for low power steering pump fluid level before
seeking service by your authorized dealer.
•Do not fill the power steering pump reservoir above the MAX line
mark, as this may result in leaks from the reservoir.
If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is turned
off), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes more effort.
If the steering wanders or pulls, check for:
•an improperly inflated tire.
•uneven tire wear.
•loose or worn suspension components.
•loose or worn steering components.
•improper steering alignment.
A high crown in the road or high crosswinds may also make the steering
seem to wander/pull.
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•Keep the tires properly inflated and use only the recommended size.
•Use the recommended engine oil.
•Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance.
There are also some things you may not want to do because they may
reduce your fuel economy:
•Sudden or hard accelerations.
•Rev the engine before turning it off.
•Idle for periods longer than one minute.
•Warm up your vehicle on cold mornings.
•Use the air conditioner or front defroster.
•Use the speed control in hilly terrain.
•Rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving.
•Drive a heavily loaded vehicle or tow a trailer.
•Carry unnecessary weight (approximately 1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is lost for
every 400 pounds [180 kilograms] of weight carried).
•Add particular accessories to your vehicle (e.g.; bug deflectors,
rollbars or light bars, running boards, ski racks).
•Drive with the wheels out of alignment.
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
Note:Driving through deep water may allow water into the transmission
and engine causing internal damage. If you drove through deep water,
check the transmission and engine fluid. If water is found, see your
authorized dealer immediately for fluid replacement.
Do not drive quickly through standing water, especially if the depth is
unknown. Traction or brake capability may be limited and if the ignition
system gets wet, your engine may stall. Water may also enter your
engine’s air intake and severely damage your engine.
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Safety Practices
WARNING:If your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, or sand, do not
rapidly spin the tires. Spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause
an explosion. A tire can explode in as little as three to five seconds.
WARNING:Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h).
The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander.
Driving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety.
•Observe posted speed limits.
•Avoid fast starts, stops and turns.
•Avoid potholes and objects on the road.
•Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking.
Highway Hazards
No matter how carefully you drive, there is always the possibility that
you may eventually have a flat tire on the highway. Drive slowly to the
closest safe area out of traffic. This may further damage the flat tire, but
your safety is more important.
If you feel a sudden vibration or ride disturbance while driving, or you
suspect your tire or vehicle has been damaged, immediately reduce your
speed. Drive with caution until you can safely pull off the road. Stop and
inspect the tires for damage. If a tire is under-inflated or damaged,
deflate it, remove the wheel and replace it with your spare tire and
wheel. If you cannot detect a cause, have the vehicle towed to the
nearest repair facility or tire dealer to have the vehicle inspected.
Tire and Wheel Alignment
A bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can cause the front end of your
vehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your tires. If your
vehicle seems to pull to one side when you are driving, the wheels may
be out of alignment. Have an authorized dealer check the wheel
alignment periodically.
Wheel misalignment in the front or the rear can cause uneven and rapid
treadwear of your tires and should be corrected by an authorized dealer.
Front-wheel drive vehicles and those with an independent rear
suspension may require alignment of all four wheels.
The tires should also be balanced periodically. An unbalanced tire and
wheel assembly may result in irregular tire wear.
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Tire Rotation
WARNING:If the tire label shows different tire pressures for the
front and rear tires and the vehicle is equipped with a tire
pressure monitoring system, then the settings for the system sensors
need to be updated. Always perform the system reset procedure after
tire rotation. If the system is not reset, it may not provide a low tire
pressure warning when necessary. See the TPMS reset procedure in
this chapter.
Note:If your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to check
for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical
problem involved before tire rotation.
Note:Your vehicle may be equipped with a dissimilar spare tire and
wheel assembly. A dissimilar spare tire and wheel assembly is defined as
a spare tire or wheel that is different in brand, size or appearance from
the road tires and wheels. If you have a dissimilar spare tire and wheel
assembly, it is intended for temporary use only and should not be used
in a tire rotation.
Note:After having your tires rotated, inflation pressure must be checked
and adjusted to the vehicle requirements.
Rotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in the
scheduled maintenance information) will help your tires wear more
evenly, providing better tire performance and longer tire life.
•Rear-wheel drive
vehicles/Four-wheel drive vehicles
(front tires at top of diagram)
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Electronic message center .........82
Electronic stability control ......133
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................174
running out of fuel .................114
Emergency Flashers .................173
Emission control system ..........117
End user license agreement ....402
Engine ................................270–271
cleaning ...................................226
coolant .....................................197
fail-safe cooling .......................200
lubrication specifications .......272
refill capacities ........................272
service points ..........................196
Engine block heater .................109
Engine oil
checking and adding ..............196
dipstick ....................................196
filter, specifications ................279
refill capacities ........................272
specifications ..........................272
Event data recording ..................11
Exhaust fumes ..........................108
F
Fail safe cooling ........................200
Floor mats .................................169
Fluid capacities .........................272
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................165Fuel
cap ...........................................115
capacity ...................................272
choosing the right fuel ...112–113
filler funnel .............................114
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................................115
filter, specifications ................208
fuel pump shut-off ..................173
octane rating ...........113, 270–271
quality ......................................112
running out of fuel .................114
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................111
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................................113
Fuses ..........................185–186, 190
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............115
Gauges .........................................76
H
Hazard flashers .........................173
HD Radio™ ...............................359
Headlamps ...................................67
aiming ..............................214–215
bulb specifications ..................223
checking alignment ........214–215
daytime running lights .............68
flash to pass ..............................67
high beam .................................67
replacing bulbs .......................217
turning on and off ....................67
Head restraints ...........................95
Heating ..................................90–91
Hood ..........................................194
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Safety restraints -
LATCH anchors ...........................28
Safety seats for children ............24
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................281
Satellite Radio ...........................367
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
Normal Scheduled
Maintenance and Log .............419
SD card ......................................381
Seats
child safety seats ......................24
front seats ...........................96–97
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ..........................................62
Selecting your media source
(USB, Line in, BT audio) .........330
Setting a destination ................381
Setting the clock ...............290–291
SIRIUS® satellite radio ....363, 381
SIRIUS satellite radio voice
commands .................................366
SIRIUS Travel Link ...................377
SOS Post Crash Alert .................45
Spark plugs,
specifications .............270–271, 279
Special notice
ambulance conversions ............15
utility-type vehicles ..................15
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................272
Stability system .........................133
Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......108
Starting your vehicle ........106, 108
jump starting ..........................174Status bars ................................349
Steering wheel ............................65
tilting .........................................65
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) (see airbags) ....................46
SYNC® AppLink™ ...................325
SYNC® customer support ........299
SYNC® Services ........................323
System overview .......................346
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Temperature control
(see Climate control) ...........90–91
Text messaging .........................311
Text messaging (sending,
downloading, deleting) .....311, 313
Tilt steering wheel ......................65
Tires ...........................235–236, 260
alignment ................................250
care ..........................................235
changing ..........................260, 263
checking the pressure ............245
inflating ...................................243
label .........................................242
replacing ..........................248, 265
rotating ....................................251
safety practices .......................250
sidewall information ...............238
snow tires and chains ............252
spare tire .........................260–261
terminology .............................236
tire grades ...............................236
treadwear ........................235, 247
Towing ...............................150, 163
recreational towing .................164
Trailer Brake
Controller-Integrated ..............157
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