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When replacing the fuel cap, turn it
clockwise until it clicks. Make sure
the cap is fully installed. The
diagnostic system can determine if
the fuel cap has been left off or
improperly installed. This would
allow fuel to evaporate into the
atmosphere. SeeMalfunction
Indicator Lamp (Check Engine
Light) 0103.
{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
(Continued)
Caution (Continued)
indicator lamp to light, and could
damage the fuel tank and
emissions system. See
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
(Check Engine Light)0103.
Filling a Portable Fuel
Container
{Warning
Filling a portable fuel container
while it is in the vehicle can cause
fuel vapors that can ignite either
by static electricity or other
means. You or others could be
badly burned and the vehicle
could be damaged. Always:
. Use approved fuel
containers.
. Remove the container from
the vehicle, trunk, or pickup
bed before filling.
(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
.Place the container on the
ground.
. Place the nozzle inside the
fill opening of the container
before dispensing fuel, and
keep it in contact with the fill
opening until filling is
complete.
. Fill the container no more
than 95% full to allow for
expansion.
. Do not smoke, light
matches, or use lighters
while pumping fuel.
. Avoid using cell phones or
other electronic devices.
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If coolant is needed, add the proper
mixture directly to the radiator, but
be sure the cooling system is cool
before this is done.
1. Remove the radiator pressurecap when the cooling system,
including the radiator pressure
cap and upper radiator hose, is
no longer hot. Turn the
pressure cap slowly
counterclockwise until it first
stops. Do not press down while
turning the pressure cap.
If a hiss is heard, wait for that
to stop. A hiss means there is
still some pressure left.
2. Keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn
it. Remove the pressure cap.
3. Fill the radiator with the properDEX-COOL coolant mixture, up
to the base of the filler neck.
See Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0308 for more
information about the proper
coolant mixture.4. Fill the coolant recovery tank to
the COLD FILL mark.
5. Reinstall the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but
leave the radiator pressure
cap off.
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Headlamps
Composite Headlamp
1. High-Beam Headlamp
2. Low-Beam Headlamp
To remove the headlamp assembly
from the vehicle and access the
bulbs:1. Open the hood. See Hood
0 219.
2. Remove the two bolts from the
headlamp assembly.
3. Lift the headlamp assembly to release the lower tabs from the
radiator support.
4. Turn the headlamp forward and upward to remove it from the
grille.5. Disconnect the electricalconnector.
6. Turn the bulb counterclockwise one-quarter turn to remove it
from the headlamp assembly.
7. Install the new bulb into the headlamp assembly and
connect the electrical
connector.
8. Reverse the steps to reinstall the headlamp assembly.
To prevent headlamp vibration
and shortened bulb life, be
sure to insert the headlamp
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1. Use a small tool to unlatch theoutboard clip on the lamp by
pushing inboard and prying the
lamp assembly forward.
2. Remove the lamp from the grille.
3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise one-quarter
turn and remove it from the
lamp assembly.
4. Remove the bulb from the socket by pulling it straight out.
5. Replace the bulb.
6. Turn the bulb socket clockwise to reinstall it in the lamp
assembly.
7. Reinstall the lamp assembly into the grille until the outboard
clip snaps into place.Taillamps
To replace a taillamp/turn signal
lamp or back-up lamp bulb:
1. Remove the two inboard nutsfrom the inside of the taillamp
assembly.
2. The third nut (3) is under theapplique piece (2) above the
lamp. Remove the two inboard
applique nuts. Pull the
applique (2) straight rearward
slightly to clear the studs. Then
rotate the applique (2) just far
enough to gain access to the
outer push pins (1).
3. Carefully disconnect the push pins (1) from the applique
bracket.
4. Remove the third nut (3) from the upper outboard side of
the lamp.
5. Remove the taillamp assembly from the vehicle.
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6. Remove the taillamp/turn signallamp (1) or back-up lamp (2)
bulb socket by turning it
counterclockwise one-quarter
turn and pulling it out of the
lamp assembly.
7. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
8. Push the new bulb into the socket.
9. Reinstall the bulb socket by turning it clockwise into the
lamp assembly.
10. Reverse Steps 1–5 to reinstall the taillamp assembly and
applique.
Center High-Mounted
Stoplamp (CHMSL)
The Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
(CHMSL) is above the rear doors at
the center of the vehicle.
To replace a bulb:
1. Remove the two screws fromthe CHMSL assembly.
2. Remove the CHMSL assembly.
3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise one-quarter
turn to remove it from the lamp
assembly. 4. Pull the old bulb straight out of
the socket and push the new
bulb into the socket.
5. Turn the bulb socket clockwise one-quarter turn to install it in
the lamp assembly.
6. Reinstall the CHMSL assembly and two screws.
Do not block or damage the CHMSL
when items are loaded on the roof
of the vehicle.
License Plate Lamp
1. Bulb Socket
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2. License Plate BulbAssembly
3. Screws
To replace one of these bulbs:
1. Remove the screws (3) that secure the license plate bulb
assembly (2).
2. Turn the bulb socket (1) counterclockwise and pull the
bulb straight out of the socket.
3. Install the new bulb.
4. Reverse Steps 1 and 2 to reinstall the license plate bulb
assembly.
Replacement Bulbs
Exterior Lamp Bulb
Number
Back-up, Rear
Parking, Stoplamp,
and Turn
Signal Lamp 3157KX
Center
High-Mounted
Stoplamp
(CHMSL) 912LLExterior Lamp
Bulb
Number
Front Parking and
Turn Signal Lamp 3157KX
Front
Sidemarker Lamp 194LL
License
Plate Lamp 194LL
Headlamps Composite
High-Beam
Headlamp 9005LL
Composite
Low-Beam
Headlamp 9006LL
Sealed Beam
Headlamp H6054
For replacement bulbs not listed
here, contact your dealer.
Electrical System
Electrical System
Overload
The vehicle has fuses and circuit
breakers to protect against an
electrical system overload.
When the current electrical load is
too heavy, the circuit breaker opens
and closes, protecting the circuit
until the current load returns to
normal or the problem is fixed. This
greatly reduces the chance of circuit
overload and fire caused by
electrical problems.
Fuses and circuit breakers protect
power devices in the vehicle.
Replace a bad fuse with a new one
of the identical size and rating.
If there is a problem on the road and
a fuse needs to be replaced, the
same amperage fuse can be
borrowed. Choose some feature of
the vehicle that is not needed to use
and replace it as soon as possible.
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The tools you will be using include:
1. Jack
2. Hoist Handle
3. Extension(s)
4. Wheel Wrench
5. Jack Handle
The spare tire is mounted in the rear
underbody of the vehicle.
Use the hoist handle, extension(s),
and the wheel wrench to remove the
underbody-mounted spare tire.To lower the spare tire from the
vehicle:
1. Spare Tire
2. Tire/Wheel Retainer
3. Hoist Cable
4. Hoist Assembly
5. Hoist Shaft
6. Hoist Handle and
Extension(s)
7. Wheel Wrench
1. Assemble the wheel wrench (7) to the hoist handle and the
extension(s) (6).
2. Open the passenger side rear door.
3. Insert the chisel end of the hoist handle, on an angle,
through the hole in the rear
floor panel above the bumper.
Be sure the hoist handle
connects to the hoist shaft. The
chiseled end of the hoist
handle is used to lower the
spare tire.
4. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the
spare tire to the ground.
Continue to turn the wheel
wrench until the spare tire can
be pulled out from under the
vehicle.
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5. Remove the wheel wrench,extension(s), and hoist handle
assembly from the hoist shaft.
6. When the tire has been
lowered, pull it closer to reach
the tire retainer and pull it up
through the wheel opening.
For a vehicle that was
completed from a cab and
chassis, refer to the information
from the body supplier/installer.
The spare tire is a full-size tire,
like the other tires on the
vehicle.
7. Put the spare tire near the flat tire.
8. Close the passenger side rear door.
Removing the Flat Tire and
Installing the Spare Tire
If the vehicle has plastic wheel nut
caps, loosen them by turning the
wheel wrench counterclockwise.
The wheel nut caps are designed to
remain with the center cap. Remove
the center cap.
If the wheel has a smooth center
piece, place the chisel end of the
wheel wrench in the slot on the
wheel and gently pry it out.
1. Jack
2. Hoist Handle
3. Extension(s) 4. Wheel Wrench
5. Jack Handle
1. Do a safety check before
proceeding. See If a Tire Goes
Flat 0275.
2. Loosen all the wheel nuts with the wheel wrench. Do not
remove them yet.
3. Assemble the jack and tools: Front Flat: Assemble the
jack (1) together with the jack
handle (5), one or two
extension(s) (3), and the wheel
wrench (4).
Rear Flat: Assemble the
jack (1) together with the jack
handle (5), two extensions (3),
and the wheel wrench (4).