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6. Install the compact spare tire. Lightly tighten the lug nuts.
NOTE:
•Donotinstallthewheelcoveronthe
compact spare.
• Do not use a hammer or force to install
the wheel covers.
7. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw
to the left.
8. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on
the wrench while at the end of the handle for
increased leverage. Tighten the lug nuts in a
star pattern until each nut has been tight-
ened twice. The correct wheel nut tightness is 100 ft lbs (135 N·m). If in doubt about the
correct tightness, have them checked with a torque wrench by your authorized dealer or at a
service station.
9. Lower the jack to its fully-closed position.
10. Place the deflated (flat) tire and compact spare tire cover assembly in the rear cargo area.
Do not stow the deflated tire in the spare tire location.Have the full-sized tire repaired or
replaced, as soon as possible.
11. Stow the cable and wheel spacer before driving the vehicle. Reassemble the winch handle
extensions to form a “T” and fit the winch T-handle over the drive nut. Rotate the nut to the
right until the winch mechanism clicks at least three times.
NOTE:
Refer to the “Spare Tire Tools” section for instructions on assembling the T-handle.
12. Stow the jack, jack handle and winch handle tools back in the stowage compartment.
13. Check the compact spare tire pressure as soon as possible. Correct the tire pressure, as
required.
Securing The Spare Tire
1. Assemble the winch handle extensions to form a T-handle and fit the winch T-handle over the
drive nut. Rotate the nut to the left until the winch mechanism stops turning freely. This will
allow enough slack in the cable to allow you to pull the wheel spacer out from under the vehicle.
2. Assemble the winch handle extensions to form the spare tire hook, and pull the wheel spacer
from under the vehicle.
3. Turn the compact spare tire so that the valve stem is down, and place the tire into the spare
tire/cover assembly. Slide the wheel spacer through the center of the wheel and spare
tire/cover assembly, so that the two retainer tabs snap out and engage the spare tire cover on
the opposite side.
Installing Compact Spare
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4. Using the winch T-handle, rotate the drive nut to the right until the compact spare tire/cover
assembly is drawn into place against the underside of the vehicle.
5. Continue to rotate the nut to the right until you hear the winch mechanism click three times.
It cannot be overtightened. Check under the vehicle to ensure the compact spare tire/cover
assembly is positioned correctly against the underside of the vehicle.
Road Tire Installation
Ve h i c l e s E q u i p p e d W i t h W h e e l C o v e r s
1. Mount the road tire on the axle.
2. To ease the installation process for steel wheels with wheel covers, install two lug nuts on the
mounting studs which are on each side of the valve stem. Install the lug nuts with the cone
shaped end of the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the lug nuts.
3. Align the valve notch in the wheel cover with
the valve stem on the wheel. Install the cover
by hand, snapping the cover over the two
lug nuts. Do not use a hammer or excessive
force to install the cover.
4. Install the remaining lug nuts with the cone
shaped end of the nut toward the wheel.
Lightly tighten the lug nuts.
5. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning
the jack handle counterclockwise.
6. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on
the wrench while at the end of the handle for
increased leverage. Tighten the lug nuts in a
star pattern until each nut has been tight-
ened twice. The correct tightness of each
lug nut is 100 ft/lbs (135 N·m). If in doubt
about the correct tightness, have them
checked with a torque wrench by your au-
thorized dealer or service station.
7. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with a torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts
are properly seated against the wheel.
Wheel Cover Installation
1—ValveStem2—ValveNotch3—WheelLugNut4—WheelCover5—MountingStud
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Ve h i c l e s W i t h o u t W h e e l C o v e r s
1. Mount the road tire on the axle.
2. Install the remaining lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the nut toward the wheel. Lightly
tighten the lug nuts.
3. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.
4. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for
increased leverage. Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern until each nut has been tightened
twice. The correct tightness of each lug nut is 100 ft/lbs (135 N·m). If in doubt about the
correct tightness, have them checked with a torque wrench by your authorized dealer or
service station.
5. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with a torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts
are properly seated against the wheel.
CAUTION!
• The winch mechanism is designed for use with the winch T-handle only. Use of air wrench
or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch.
•Donotattempttoraisethevehiclebyjackingonlocationsotherthanthoseindicatedin
the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle.
•Besuretomountthesparetirewiththevalvestemfacingoutward.Thevehiclecouldbe
damaged if the spare tire is mounted incorrectly.
•Thecompactsparetire/coverassemblymustbeusedwhenthecompactsparetireis
stored. Failure to use this cover could drastically reduce the life of the compact spare tire.
•Thewinchmechanismisdesignedspecificallytostowacompactsparetireonly.Donot
attempt to use the winch to stow the full size flat tire, or any other full-size tire. Vehicle
damage may result.
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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
For information on the maintenance procedures for your vehicle, please refer to “Maintenance
Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” in your Owner’s Manual or applicable supplement on
the DVD for further details.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Yo u r v e h i c l e i s e q u i p p e d w i t h a n a u t o m a t i c o i l c h a n g e i n d i c a t o r s y s t e m . T h e o i l c h a n g e i n d i c a t o r
system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate. This
means that service is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as frequent short-trips,
trailer tow, extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will influence when
the “Oil Change Required” message is displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can cause the
change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your
vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
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 “Instrument Cluster Warning
Lights” in “What To Do In Emergencies” in this guide or “Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in your Owners Manual on the DVD for
further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve
months, whichever comes first.
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Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and off road
environment. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Checkengineoillevel.
•Checkwindshieldwasherfluidlevel.
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of
irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
•Checkthefluidlevelsofthecoolantreservoir,brakemastercylinder,andpowersteeringand
fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights .
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required maintenance
intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
• Change oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires.Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oilindicator system turns on.
•Inspectbatteryandcleanandtightenterminalsasrequired.
•Inspectbrakepads,shoes,rotors,drums,hosesandparkbrake.
•Inspectenginecoolingsystemprotectionandhoses.
•Inspectexhaustsystem.
•Inspectengineaircleanerifusingindustyoroff-roadconditions.
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
J20 30 Amp Pink–Front Wiper LO/HI
J21 20 Amp Blue–Front/Rear Washer
J22 25 Amp Clear–Sunroof Module
M1–15 Amp Blue Rear Center Brake Lamp/Brake Switch
M2–20 Amp YellowFront Fog Lamps
M3–20 Amp YellowFront/Rear Axle Locker,Vacuum Pump Motor
M4–10 Amp RedTr a i l e r To w
M5–25 Amp ClearInverter
M6–20 Amp YellowPower Outlet #1 (ACC ), Rain Sensor,Cigar Lighter (Instrument Panel or withConsole Rear)
M7–20 Amp YellowPower Outlet #2 (BATT/ACC SELECT ) –Center Seat or with Console Rear
M8–20 Amp Yellow Front Heated Seat – If Equipped
M9–20 Amp Yellow Rear Heated Seat – If Equipped
M10–15 Amp Blue
Ignition Off Draw — Video System,Satellite Radio, DVD, Hands-FreeModule, 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, ClockModule, Multi-Function Control Switch –If Equipped
M14–20 Amp YellowTrailer Tow – If Equipped
M15–20 Amp Yellow
Rear View Mirror, Instrument Cluster,Multi-Function Control Switch, TirePressure Monitor, Glow Plug Module –If Equipped
M16–10 Amp RedAirbag Module/Occupant ClassificationModule
M17–15 Amp BlueLeft Tail/License/Park Lamp,Running Lamps
M18–15 Amp BlueRight Tail/Park/Run Lamp
M19–25 Amp ClearPowertrain
M20–15 Amp BlueInstrument Cluster Interior Light, SwitchBank, Steering Column Module,Switch Steering Wheel
M21–20 Amp YellowPowertrain
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
M22–10 Amp RedHorn
M23–10 Amp RedHorn
M24–25 Amp ClearRear Wiper
M25–20 Amp YellowFuel Pump, Diesel Lift Pump –If Equipped
M26–10 Amp RedPower Mirror Switch,Driver Window Switch
M27–10 Amp RedWireless Control Module,Keyless Entry Module
M28–10 Amp Red Powertrain, Transmission Control Module
M29–10 Amp Red Occupant Classification Module
M30–15 Amp Blue Rear Wiper Module, Power Folding Mirror
M31–20 Amp YellowBack-Up Lamps
M32–10 Amp RedAirbag Module, THATCHUM –If Equipped
M33–10 Amp RedPowertrain
M34–10 Amp Red
Park Assist, Heater Climate ControlModule, Headlamp Wash, Compass,Rear Camera, Door Lamps, Flashlight,Relay Diesel Cabin Heater, Rad FanDiesel – If Equipped
M35–10 Amp RedHeated Mirrors
M36–20 Amp YellowPower Outlet #3 (Instrument Panel orwith Console Center)
M37–10 Amp RedAntilock Brakes, Stability Control,Stop Lamp, Fuel Pump
M38–25 Amp ClearDoor Lock/Unlock Motors,Liftgate Lock/Unlock Motors
The power windows are fused by a 25 Amp circuit breaker located in the Totally Integrated Power
Module.
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Full Size Spare — If Equipped
The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. This tire may look like the originally
equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not. This spare tire may have limited
tread life. When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the temporary use full size spare
tire needs to be replaced. Since it is not the same as your original equipment tire, replace
(or repair) the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity.
Limited-Use Spare — If Equipped
The limited-use spare tire is for temporary emergency use only. This tire is identified by a label
located on the limited-use spare wheel. This label contains the driving limitations for this spare.
This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is
not. Installation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle handling. Since it is not the same as
your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the original equipment tire and reinstall on the
vehicle at the first opportunity.
WARNING!
Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. Installation of this limited-use spare tire affects
vehicle handling. With this tire, do not drive more than the speed listed on the limit-use spare
wheel. Keep inflated to the cold tire inflation pressures listed on your Tire and Loading
Information Placard located on the driver’s side B-P illar or the rear edge of the driver’s side
door. Replace (or repair) the original equipment tire at the first opportunity and reinstall it on
your vehicle. Failure to do so could result in loss of vehicle control.
ADDING FUEL
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on the left side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost
or damaged, be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle.
When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the
fuel tank is full.
Ti g h t e n t h e g a s c a p u n t i l y o u h e a r a “ c l i c k i n g ”
sound. This is an indication that the gas cap is
properly tightened. If not properly tightened,
the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Light) may
come on.
NOTE:
The driver’s side sliding door cannot be
opened while the fuel door is open.
Fuel Filler
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