VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on
the left front corner of the instrument panel, visible
through the windshield. This number also appears
engraved on an Aluminum plate glued and riveted on
the floor crossmember under the passenger seat.
NOTE:It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
BRAKE SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic brake
systems. If either of the two hydraulic systems loses
normal capability, the remaining system will still func-
tion. However, there will be some loss of overall brak-
ing effectiveness. You may notice increased pedal travel
during application, greater pedal force required to slow
or stop, and potential activation of the “Brake System
Warning Light”.
In the event power assist is lost for any reason (i.e.,
repeated brake applications with the engine off), the
brakes will still function. However, the effort required
to brake the vehicle will be much greater than that
required with the power system operating.
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure
that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle. Any
time a wheel has been removed and reinstalled on the
vehicle, the lug nuts/bolts should be torqued using a
properly calibrated torque wrench using a high quality
six sided (hex) deep wall socket.
Vehicle Identification Number
256 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Torque Specifications
Lug Nut/BoltTorque **Lug Nut/
Bolt Size Lug Nut/Bolt
Socket Size
72 Ft-Lbs (98 N·m) M12 x 1.25 17 mm
**Use only your authorized dealer recommended lug
nuts/bolts and clean or remove any dirt or oil before
tightening.
Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting
the tire and remove any corrosion or loose particles. Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until each
nut/bolt has been tightened twice. Ensure that the
socket is fully engaged on the lug nut/bolt (do not
insert it halfway).
After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut/bolt torque to
be sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are properly seated
against the wheel.
Wheel Mounting Surface
Torque Patterns
9
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 257
Wheel, Tilt............................27
Storage ............................ .53, 249
Storage, Vehicle ........................ .249
Storing Your Vehicle ..................... .249
Supplemental Restraint System – Air Bag .......110
Telescoping Steering Column .................27
Tilt Steering Column .......................27
Tire And Loading Information Placard .........231
Tire Markings .......................... .226
Tires....................133, 234, 242, 243, 247 Aging (Life Of Tires) ....................239
Air Pressure ......................... .234
Chains ............................. .246
Changing ........................... .225
Compact Spare ....................... .243
General Information ..............234, 242, 243
High Speed ......................... .236
Inflation Pressure ..................... .236
Jacking ............................ .225
Life Of Tires ......................... .239
Load Capacity .....................231, 232
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .......78, 94
Quality Grading ...................... .247
Radial ............................. .237Replacement
......................... .240
Rotation ............................ .247
Safety .......................... .226, 234
Sizes .............................. .227
Snow Tires .......................... .242
Spare Tires ....................242, 243, 244
Spinning ........................... .238
Tread Wear Indicators ...................239
Wheel Nut Torque .....................256
Tire Safety Information ....................226
To Open Deck Lid ........................50
Towing .............................. .160
Disabled
Vehicle ...................... .191
Recreational ......................... .160
Towing Behind A Motorhome ...............160
Towing Eyes ........................... .191
Traction .............................. .161
Trailer Towing ......................... .160
Transaxle Automatic ............................18
Transmission .......................... .141
Automatic .......................... .141
Fluid .............................. .224
Maintenance ......................... .224
Transporting Pets ....................... .129
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