FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved using a rocking
motion. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels.
Push and hold the lock button on the shift lever. Then, shift back and forth between
REVERSE and DRIVE, while gently pushing the accelerator. Use the least amount of
accelerator pedal pressure that will maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the
wheels or racing the engine.
NOTE:
•ShiftsbetweenDRIVEandREVERSEcanonlybeachievedatwheelspeedsof5mph
(8 km/h) or less. Whenever the transmission remains in NEUTRAL for more than
2seconds,youmustpushthebrakepedaltoengageDRIVEorREVERSE.
•Pushthe“ESCOff”switch,toplacetheElectronicStabilityControl(ESC)systemin
“Partial Off” mode, before rocking the vehicle. Once the vehicle has been freed, push
the “ESC Off” switch again to restore "ESC On" mode.
CAUTION!
•When“rocking”astuckvehiclebyshiftingbetweenREVERSEandDRIVE,donot
spin the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage may result.
•Revvingtheengineorspinningthewheelstoofastmayleadtotransmission
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 generated by excessive wheel speeds may
cause tire damage or failure. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not spin your
vehicle's wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) when you are stuck. Do not let anyone
near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
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Maintenance Chart
Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Additional InspectionsInspect the CV joints. X X X X XInspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replaceif necessary.
XXX X X X X
Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the front axle fluid(All Wheel Drive Only).
XX X X
Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary. X X X X X X XAdjust park brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel discbrakes.
XXX X X X X
Inspect transfer case fluid (All Wheel Drive Only). X X XAdditional MaintenanceReplace engine air filter. X X X X XReplace cabin/air conditioning filter. X X X X X X XReplace spark plugs.**
X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
XX
Inspect the transfer case fluid. Change the transfer case fluid;if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet,off-road, or frequent trailer towing. (All Wheel Drive Only).
XX
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Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Change the rear axle fluid and on models equipped with All WheelDrive (AWD) change the front axle fluid if using your vehicle forany of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or frequent trailertowing.
XX X
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary.
X
** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply.
WARNING!
•Youcanbebadlyinjuredworkingonoraroundamotorvehicle.Doonlyserviceworkforwhichyouhavetheknowledgeandtheright
equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
•Failuretoproperlyinspectandmaintainyourvehiclecouldresultinacomponentmalfunctionandeffectvehiclehandlingand
performance. This could cause an accident.
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SRT — Maintenance ChartMiles:
6,000
12,000
18,000
24,000
30,000
36,000
42,000
48,000
54,000
60,000
66,000
72,000
78,000
84,000
90,000
96,000
102,000
108,000
114,000
120,000
126,000
132,000
138,000
144,000
150,000
Or Months:
6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150
Or Kilometers:
10,000
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
160,000
170,000
180,000
190,000
200,000
210,000
220,000
230,000
240,000
250,000
Change the engine oiland engine oil filter.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Rotate the tires,rotate at the first signof irregular wear, evenif it occurs beforescheduled mainte-nance.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
If using your vehiclefor any of the follow-ing: dusty or off-roadconditions. Inspectthe engine air cleanerfilter; replace ifnecessary.
XXXXXXXXXXXX
Inspect the brakelinings; replace ifnecessary.
XXXXXXXXXXXX
Inspect the CV joints. X X X X X X X X X X X XInspect the exhaustsystem.
XXXXXXXXXXXX
Adjust the parkingbrake on vehiclesequipped with fourwheel disc brakes.
XXXXX
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FUSES
WARNING!
•When replacing a blown fuse, always use an appropriate replacement fuse with the
same amp rating as the original fuse. Never replace a fuse with another fuse of higher
amp rating. Never replace a blown fuse with metal wires or any other material. Failure
to use proper fuses may result in serious personal injury, fire and/or property damage.
•Beforereplacingafuse,makesurethattheignitionisoffandthatalltheother
services are switched off and/or disengaged.
•Ifthereplacedfuseblowsagain,contactanauthorizeddealer.
•If a general protection fuse for safety systems (air bag system, braking system), power
unit systems (engine system, gearbox system) or steering system blows, contact an
authorized dealer.
Front Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
The Front Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment. This module
contains fuses and relays.
CAUTION!
•Wheninstallingthepowerdistributioncentercover,itisimportanttoensurethe
cover is properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get
into the power distribution center and possibly result in an electrical system failure.•Whenreplacingablownfuse,itisimportanttouseonlyafusehavingthecorrect
amperage rating. The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in
adangerouselectricalsystemoverload.Ifaproperlyratedfusecontinuestoblow,
it indicates a problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
1––Fuse – Spare
240AmpGreen –Radiator Fan #1 – If Equipped
350AmpRed –Power Steering #1 / Radiator Fan(6.2L Supercharged) – If Equipped
430AmpPink –Starter
540AmpGreen –Electronic Stability Control
630AmpPink –Electronic Stability Control
7––Fuse – Spare
820AmpBlue –Police Ignition Run / ACC # 2
9–20AmpYellowAll-Wheel Drive Module – If Equipped
10–10AmpRedSecurity–IfEquipped/UnderhoodLamp – Police
11–20AmpYellowHorns
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
22—20 Amp Yellow –Police10 Amp Red – LA
Right Spot Lamp – PoliceIntegrated Center Stack – LA
23—10 Amp Red Fuel Door/Diagnostic Port
24—15 Amp Blue Integrated Center Stack –LD/LX
25—10 Amp Red Tire Pressure Monitor
26
—15 Amp Blue –LD/LX25 Amp Clear – LA30 Amp Green – LA6.2L Supercharged
Tr a n s m i s s i o n / E l e c t r o n i cShift Module (LD/LX)Fuel Pump (LA)Fuel Pump (LA 6.2LSupercharged)
27—25 Amp Clear Amplifier – If Equipped
31—25 Amp Breaker Power Seats
32—15 Amp Blue HVAC Module/Cluster
33—15 Amp Blue Ignition Switch/RF hubModule/Steering ColumnLock-LX If Equipped
34—10 Amp Red Steering Column Module/Clock/Spare – Police
35—5AmpTan BatterySensor
36—15 Amp Blue Electronic Exhaust Valve –If Equipped
37—20 Amp Yellow Radio
38
—15 Amp Blue –LD/LX20 Amp Yellow – LA
Console Power Outlet/ConsoleMedia Hub (LD/LX)Power Outlet Inside ArmRest/Console Media Hub (LA)
40——Fuse—Spare
41——Fuse—Spare
42 30 Amp Pink—RearDefrost
43—20 Amp Yellow Rear Heated Seats/SteeringWheel Module
44—10 Amp Red Park Assist / Blind Spot /Rear View Camera
45—15 Amp Blue Cluster / Rearview Mirror /Compass(LDLX)/HumiditySensor
46——Fuse—Spare
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SPARE TIRES — IF EQUIPPED
NOTE:
For vehicles equipped with Tire Service Kit instead of a spare tire, please refer to “Tire
Service Kit” in “What To Do In Emergencies” on your DVD for further information.
CAUTION!
Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take your vehicle through an
automatic car wash with a compact or limited-use temporary spare installed. Damage
to the vehicle may result.
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel — If Equipped
Yo u r v e h i c l e m a y b e e q u i p p e d w i t h a s p a r e t i r e a n d w h e e l e q u i v a l e n t i n l o o k a n d f u n c t i o n
to the original equipment tire and wheel found on the front or rear axle of your vehicle. This
spare tire may be used in the tire rotation for your vehicle. If your vehicle has this option,
refer to an authorized tire dealer for the recommended tire rotation pattern.
Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped
The compact spare is for temporary emergency use only. You can identify if your vehicle
is equipped with a compact spare by looking at the spare tire description on the Tire and
Loading Information Placard located on the driver’s side door opening or on the sidewall
of the tire. Compact spare tire descriptions begin with the letter “T” or “S” preceding the
size designation. Example: T145/80D18 103M.
T, S = Temporary Spare Tire
Since this tire has limited tread life, the original equipment tire should be repaired (or
replaced) and reinstalled on your vehicle at the first opportunity.
Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a conventional tire on the compact spare
wheel, since the wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare tire. Do not install
more than one compact spare tire and wheel on the vehicle at any given time.
WARNING!
Compact spares are for temporary emergency use only. With these spares, do not drive
more than 50 mph (80 km/h). Temporary use spares have limited tread life. When the
tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the temporary use spare tire needs to be
replaced. Be sure to follow the warnings, which apply to your spare. Failure to do so
could result in spare tire failure and loss of vehicle control.
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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-Pillar 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.
FUEL DOOR RELEASE
The fuel door release button is located in the driver's door map pocket.
•Pushthebuttononceandreleaseto
open the fuel door.
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