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Warning (Continued)
.Fuel can spray out if the fuelcap is opened too quickly.This spray can happen if thetank is nearly full, and ismore likely in hot weather.Open the fuel cap slowlyand wait for any hiss noiseto stop, then unscrew thecap all the way.
The fuel cap is behind a hinged fueldoor on the driver side of thevehicle.
If the vehicle has E85 fuel capability,the fuel cap will be yellow and statethat E85 or gasoline can be used.SeeE85 or FlexFuel0199.
To r e m o v e t h e f u e l c a p , t u r n i tslowly counterclockwise.
While refueling, hang the tetheredfuel cap from the hook on thefuel door.
{Warning
Overfilling the fuel tank by more
than three clicks of a standard fill
nozzle may cause:
.Vehicle performance issues,including engine stalling anddamage to the fuel system.
.Fuel spills.
.Potential fuel fires.
Be careful not to spill fuel. Wait afew seconds after you have finishedpumping before removing thenozzle. Clean fuel from paintedsurfaces as soon as possible. SeeExterior Care0288.
When replacing the fuel cap, turn itclockwise until it clicks. Make surethe cap is fully installed. Thediagnostic system can determine ifthe fuel cap has been left off orimproperly installed. This wouldallow fuel to evaporate into theatmosphere. SeeMalfunctionIndicator Lamp (Check EngineLight)0102.
{Warning
If a fire starts while you are
refueling, do not remove the
nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by
shutting off the pump or by
notifying the station attendant.
Leave the area immediately.
Caution
If a new fuel cap is needed, be
sure to get the right type of cap
from your dealer. The wrong type
of fuel cap may not fit properly,
may cause the malfunction
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If coolant is needed, add the propermixture directly to the radiator, butbe sure the cooling system is coolbefore this is done.
1. Remove the radiator pressurecap when the cooling system,including the radiator pressurecap and upper radiator hose, isno longer hot. Turn thepressure cap slowlycounterclockwise until it firststops. Do not press down whileturning the pressure cap.
If a hiss is heard, wait for thatto stop. A hiss means there isstill some pressure left.
2. Keep turning the pressure cap,but now push down as you turnit. Remove the pressure cap.
3. Fill the radiator with the properDEX-COOL coolant mixture, upto the base of the filler neck.SeeRecommended Fluids andLubricants0305for moreinformation about the propercoolant mixture.
4. Fill the coolant recovery tank tothe COLD FILL mark.
5. Reinstall the cap back on thecoolant recovery tank, butleave the radiator pressurecap off.
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Headlamps
Composite Headlamp
1. High-Beam Headlamp
2. Low-Beam Headlamp
To r e m o v e t h e h e a d l a m p a s s e m b l yfrom the vehicle and access thebulbs:
1. Open the hood. SeeHood0217.
2. Remove the two bolts from theheadlamp assembly.
3. Lift the headlamp assembly torelease the lower tabs from theradiator support.
4. Turn the headlamp forward andupward to remove it from thegrille.
5. Disconnect the electricalconnector.
6. Turn the bulb counterclockwiseone-quarter turn to remove itfrom the headlamp assembly.
7. Install the new bulb into theheadlamp assembly andconnect the electricalconnector.
8. Reverse the steps to reinstallthe headlamp assembly.
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1. Use a small tool to unlatch theoutboard clip on the lamp bypushing inboard and prying thelamp assembly forward.
2. Remove the lamp from thegrille.
3. Turn the bulb socketcounterclockwise one-quarterturn and remove it from thelamp assembly.
4. Remove the bulb from thesocket by pulling it straight out.
5. Replace the bulb.
6. Turn the bulb socket clockwiseto reinstall it in the lampassembly.
7. Reinstall the lamp assemblyinto the grille until the outboardclip snaps into place.
Taillamps
To r e p l a c e a t a i l l a m p / t u r n s i g n a llamp or back-up lamp bulb:
1. Remove the two inboard nutsfrom the inside of the taillampassembly.
2. The third nut (3) is under theapplique piece (2) above thelamp. Remove the two inboardapplique nuts. Pull theapplique (2) straight rearwardslightly to clear the studs. Thenrotate the applique (2) just farenough to gain access to theouter push pins (1).
3. Carefully disconnect the pushpins (1) from the appliquebracket.
4. Remove the third nut (3) fromthe upper outboard side ofthe lamp.
5. Remove the taillamp assemblyfrom the vehicle.
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6. Remove the taillamp/turn signallamp (1) or back-up lamp (2)bulb socket by turning itcounterclockwise one-quarterturn and pulling it out of thelamp assembly.
7. Remove the bulb by pulling itstraight out.
8. Push the new bulb into thesocket.
9. Reinstall the bulb socket byturning it clockwise into thelamp assembly.
10. Reverse Steps 1–5toreinstallthe taillamp assembly andapplique.
Center High-Mounted
Stoplamp (CHMSL)
The Center High-Mounted Stoplamp(CHMSL) is above the rear doors atthe center of the vehicle.
To r e p l a c e a b u l b :
1. Remove the two screws fromthe CHMSL assembly.
2. Remove the CHMSL assembly.
3. Turn the bulb socketcounterclockwise one-quarterturn to remove it from the lampassembly.
4. Pull the old bulb straight out ofthe socket and push the newbulb into the socket.
5. Turn the bulb socket clockwiseone-quarter turn to install it inthe lamp assembly.
6. Reinstall the CHMSL assemblyand two screws.
Do not block or damage the CHMSLwhen items are loaded on the roofof the vehicle.
License Plate Lamp
1. Bulb Socket
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2. License Plate BulbAssembly
3. Screws
To r e p l a c e o n e o f t h e s e b u l b s :
1. Remove the screws (3) thatsecure the license plate bulbassembly (2).
2. Turn the bulb socket (1)counterclockwise and pull thebulb straight out of the socket.
3. Install the new bulb.
4. Reverse Steps 1 and 2 toreinstall the license plate bulbassembly.
Replacement Bulbs
Exterior LampBulbNumber
Back-up, RearParking, Stoplamp,and TurnSignal Lamp
3157KX
CenterHigh-MountedStoplamp(CHMSL)
912LL
Exterior LampBulbNumber
Front Parking andTurn Signal Lamp3157KX
FrontSidemarker Lamp194LL
LicensePlate Lamp194LL
Headlamps
CompositeHigh-BeamHeadlamp
9005LL
CompositeLow-BeamHeadlamp
9006LL
Sealed BeamHeadlampH6054
For replacement bulbs not listedhere, contact your dealer.
Electrical System
Electrical System
Overload
The vehicle has fuses and circuitbreakers to protect against anelectrical system overload.
When the current electrical load istoo heavy, the circuit breaker opensand closes, protecting the circuituntil the current load returns tonormal or the problem is fixed. Thisgreatly reduces the chance of circuitoverload and fire caused byelectrical problems.
Fuses and circuit breakers protectpower devices in the vehicle.
Replace a bad fuse with a new oneof the identical size and rating.
If there is a problem on the road andafuseneedstobereplaced,thesame amperage fuse can beborrowed. Choose some feature ofthe vehicle that is not needed to useand replace it as soon as possible.
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4. Hoist Assembly
5. Hoist Shaft
6. Hoist Handle andExtension(s)
7. Wheel Wrench
1. Assemble the wheel wrench (7)to the hoist handle and theextension(s) (6).
2. Open the passenger siderear door.
3. Insert the chisel end of thehoist handle, on an angle,through the hole in the rearfloor panel above the bumper.
Be sure the hoist handleconnects to the hoist shaft. Thechiseled end of the hoisthandle is used to lower thespare tire.
4. Turn the wheel wrenchcounterclockwise to lower thespare tire to the ground.Continue to turn the wheelwrench until the spare tire canbe pulled out from under thevehicle.
5. Remove the wheel wrench,extension(s), and hoist handleassembly from the hoist shaft.
6. When the tire has beenlowered, pull it closer to reachthe tire retainer and pull it upthrough the wheel opening.
For a vehicle that wascompleted from a cab andchassis, refer to the informationfrom the body supplier/installer.
The spare tire is a full-size tire,like the other tires on thevehicle.
7. Put the spare tire near theflat tire.
8. Close the passenger siderear door.
Removing the Flat Tire and
Installing the Spare Tire
If the vehicle has plastic wheel nutcaps, loosen them by turning thewheel wrench counterclockwise.The wheel nut caps are designed toremain with the center cap. Removethe center cap.
If the wheel has a smooth centerpiece, place the chisel end of thewheel wrench in the slot on thewheel and gently pry it out.
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Rear Alternative Position (Diesel
Vehicles)
4. Position the jack under thevehicle, as shown.
The front position jacking pointis on the frame. The rearposition jacking point is on therear axle.
If the exhaust system interfereswith the jack location in therear axle, such as in Dieselvehicles, place the jack (1) onthe rear axle between the axlehousing and the shockabsorber bracket in order toavoid any interference with theexhaust pipe (2).
{Warning
Getting under a vehicle when it is
jacked up is dangerous. If the
vehicle slips off the jack you could
be badly injured or killed. Never
get under a vehicle when it is
supported only by a jack.
{Warning
Raising the vehicle with the jack
improperly positioned can
damage the vehicle and even
make the vehicle fall. To help
avoid personal injury and vehicle
damage, be sure to fit the jack lift
head into the proper location
before raising the vehicle.
5. Turn the wheel wrenchclockwise to raise the vehicle.Raise the vehicle far enoughoff the ground so there isenough room for the spare tireto fit.
6. Remove all the wheel nuts.
7. Take the flat tire off of themounting surface.
{Warning
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the
parts to which it is fastened, can
make wheel nuts become loose
after time. The wheel could come
off and cause an accident. When
changing a wheel, remove any
rust or dirt from places where the
wheel attaches to the vehicle. In
an emergency, a cloth or a paper
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