Be sure to ask your dealership service
advisor or technician about the multi-point
vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive
way to perform a thorough inspection of
your vehicle. Your checklist gives you
immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
6.2L and 6.8L Gasoline Engines Every 7500 miles (12000 km) or six months (whichever comes first)
Change engine oil and filter.
Rotate tires *
, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth.
Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
* Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted. Every 15000 miles (24000 km) or 12 months (whichever comes first)
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level. Consult dealer for requirements.
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect front axle and U-joints. Lubricate if equipped with grease fittings (Four-wheel
drive vehicles).
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints.
Lubricate if equipped with grease fittings. Other maintenance items
Replace climate-controlled (heated and cooled) seat
filter. *
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Replace engine air filter.
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter on 5-speed
transmission. Consult dealer for requirements.
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
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Fuel Consumption........................................147
Calculating Fuel Economy.............................. 148
Filling the Tank..................................................... 147
Fuel Filter........................................................244
Fuel Quality.....................................................145 Choosing the Right Fuel................................... 145
Choosing the Right Fuel With a Flex Fuel Vehicle (If Equipped)................................... 145
Diesel Engine........................................................ 145
Octane Recommendations............................ 145
Fuel Shutoff
....................................................213
Fuses.................................................................223
Fuse Specification Chart...........................223 Passenger Compartment Fuse
Panel
.................................................................. 228
Power Distribution Box.................................... 223
G
Garage Door Opener See: Universal Garage Door Opener............129
Gauges...............................................................82 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge............83
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge............................... 83
Fuel Gauge.............................................................. 83
Information Display............................................. 84
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge.................................................................. 83
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................47
General Maintenance Information
.......453
Multi-point Inspection..................................... 455
Owner Checks and Services.......................... 454
Protecting Your Investment........................... 453
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?......................... 453
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?..................................................... 453
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada.........................................................220
Getting the Services You Need................217 Away From Home............................................... 217
Global Opening
................................................77
Opening the Windows........................................ 77
H
Handbrake See: Parking Brake.............................................. 170Hazard Warning Flashers
...........................213
HDC See: Using Hill Descent Control..................... 177
Head Restraints..............................................117 Adjusting the Head Restraint.......................... 118
Heated Seats
..................................................124
Rear Heated Seats ............................................ 124
Heated Steering Wheel
...............................68
Heated Windows and Mirrors...................115 Heated Exterior Mirror........................................ 115
Heated Rear Window......................................... 115
Heating See: Climate Control.......................................... 110
Hill Start Assist..............................................170 Switching the System On and Off.................171
Using Hill Start Assist........................................ 170
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate...........................................................112
Cooling the Interior Quickly.............................. 114
General Hints......................................................... 112
Heating the Interior Quickly............................. 113
Recommended Settings for Cooling ...........114
Recommended Settings for Heating...........114
Side Window Defogging in Cold Weather.............................................................. 115
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes
............................................................169
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........232
I
Ignition Switch...............................................140
In California (U.S. Only)
.............................218
Information Display Control.......................67 Type 1........................................................................\
. 67
Type 2....................................................................... 68
Information Displays
....................................89
General Information........................................... 89
Information.....................................................418 911 Assist............................................................... 425
Alerts...................................................................... 424
Calendar................................................................ 424
Sirius Travel Link................................................. 423
SYNC Services (If Equipped, United States Only)................................................................... 419
Vehicle Health Report (If Equipped, US Only).................................................................. 427
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Vehicle Storage.............................................261
Battery................................................................... 262
Body........................................................................\
. 261
Brakes..................................................................... 262
Cooling system................................................... 262
Engine.................................................................... 262
Fuel system.......................................................... 262
General................................................................... 261
Miscellaneous..................................................... 262
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................262
Tires........................................................................\
262
Ventilation See: Climate Control.......................................... 110
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number............305
Voice Control
....................................................67
W
Warning Lamps and Indicators................84 4X2........................................................................\
..... 87
4X4 HIGH................................................................. 87
4X4 LOW................................................................. 87
Anti-Lock Braking System................................ 84
Battery..................................................................... 84
Brake System........................................................ 84
Check Fuel Cap..................................................... 85
Cruise Control........................................................ 85
Diesel Warning Lights......................................... 87
Direction Indicator............................................... 85
Door Ajar................................................................. 85
Electronic Locking Differential........................ 85
Engine Coolant Temperature.......................... 85
Engine Oil................................................................ 85
Fasten Safety Belt............................................... 85
Front Airbag........................................................... 85
High Beam.............................................................. 85
Hill Descent............................................................ 85
Low Fuel Level...................................................... 86
Low Tire Pressure Warning.............................. 86
Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power/Electronic Throttle Control...........86
Service Engine Soon........................................... 86
Stability Control................................................... 86
Stability Control Off............................................ 87
Transmission Tow/Haul..................................... 87
Washer Fluid Check....................................244 Washers
See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 256
See: Wipers and Washers................................. 70
Waxing..............................................................257
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 290
Wheels and Tires.........................................264 General Information......................................... 264
Technical Specifications.................................. 301
Windows and Mirrors....................................76
Windshield Washers.....................................70 Front Camera Washer........................................ 70
Windshield Wipers
.........................................70
Speed dependent wipers.................................. 70
Wipers and Washers.....................................70
Wrecker Towing See: Transporting the Vehicle....................... 205
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