Secondary Method For Oil Change Reset Procedure
1. Without pushing the brake pedal, place the ignition inthe ON/RUN position (do not start the engine).
2. Fully press the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times within ten seconds.
3. Without pushing the brake pedal, place the ignition in the OFF/LOCK position.
NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not
reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
Instrument Cluster Display Messages
Includes the following, but not limited to:
• Front Seatbelts Unbuckled
• Driver Seat Belt Unbuckled
• Passenger Seat Belt Unbuckled
• Traction Control Off
• Washer Fluid Low
• Oil Pressure Low
• Oil Change Due •
Fuel Low
• Service Anti-lock Brake System
• Service Electronic Throttle Control
• Service Power Steering
• Cruise Control Off
• Cruise Control Ready
• ACC Driver Override
• Cruise Control Set To XXX MPH
• Tire Pressure Screen With Low Tire(s) “Inflate Tire to
XX”
• Service Tire Pressure System
• Speed Warning Set To XXX MPH
• Speed Warning Exceeded
• Parking Brake Engaged
• Brake Fluid Low
• Service Electronic Braking System
• Engine Temperature Hot
• Lights On
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CAUTION!
Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the vehicle
control system. It also could affect fuel economy and
driveability. If the MIL is flashing, severe catalytic
converter damage and power loss will soon occur.
Immediate service is required.
— Service 4WD Warning Light — If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate to signal a fault with the
4WD system. If the light stays on or comes on during
driving, it means that the 4WD system is not functioning
properly and that service is required. We recommend you
drive to the nearest service center and have the vehicle
serviced immediately.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). It will
also store diagnostic codes and other information to assist
your service technician in making repairs. Although your
vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing, see
an authorized dealer for service as soon as possible.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an
inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.For states that require an Inspection and Main-
tenance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunc-
tion Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is
not on when the engine is running, and that the
OBD II system is ready for testing.
Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system may notbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not ready
for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition actuated test, which you
can use prior to going to the test station. To check if your
vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must do the follow-
ing:
1. Cycle the ignition switch to the ON position, but do not crank or start the engine. NOTE:
If you crank or start the engine, you will have to
start this test over.
2. As soon as you cycle the ignition switch to the ON position, you will see the “Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL)” symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check.
3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will happen:
• The MIL will flash for about ten seconds and then return
to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF the igni-
tion or start the engine. This means that your vehicle’s
OBD II system is not readyand you should notproceed
to the I/M station.
• The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully
illuminated until you place the ignition in the off posi-
tion or start the engine. This means that your vehicle’s
OBD II system is readyand you can proceed to the I/M
station.
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Transmission Limp Home Mode
Transmission function is monitored electronically for ab-
normal conditions. If a condition is detected that could
result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home
Mode is activated. In this mode, the transmission may
operate only in certain gears, or may not shift at all. Vehicle
performance may be severely degraded and the engine
may stall. In some situations, the transmission may not
re-engage if the engine is turned off and restarted. The
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may be illuminated. A
message in the instrument cluster will inform the driver of
the more serious conditions, and indicate what actions may
be necessary.
In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission can
be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the
following steps:
NOTE:In cases where the instrument cluster message
indicates the transmission may not re-engage after engine
shutdown, perform this procedure only in a desired loca-
tion (preferably, at an authorized dealer).
1. Stop the vehicle.
2. Shift the transmission into PARK, if possible. If not, shift the transmission to NEUTRAL. 3. Push and hold the ignition switch until the engine turns
OFF.
4. Wait approximately 30 seconds.
5. Restart the engine.
6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the problem is no longer detected, the transmission will return to normal
operation.
NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom-
mend that you visit an authorized dealer at your earliest
possible convenience. An authorized dealer has diagnostic
equipment to assess the condition of your transmission.
If the transmission cannot be reset, authorized dealer
service is required.
AutoStick
AutoStick is a driver-interactive transmission feature pro-
viding manual shift control, giving you more control of the
vehicle. AutoStick allows you to maximize engine braking,
eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts, and im-
prove overall vehicle performance. This system can also
provide you with more control during passing, city driv-
ing, cold slippery conditions, mountain driving, trailer
towing, and many other situations.
270 STARTING AND OPERATING
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Scheduled Servicing — Gasoline Engine
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that service
is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as
frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold
ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will influence
when the “Oil Change Required” message is displayed.
Severe operating conditions can cause the change oil
message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km)
since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as
possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change.
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or 350
hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The 350
hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a concern
for fleet customers. Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) or 350 hours of
engine run time if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and
off-road environment, or is operated predominantly at idle
or only very low engine RPM’s. This type of vehicle use is
considered Severe Duty.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•
Check engine oil level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder and fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Maintenance Plan
Required Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Plans on the following pages for
required maintenance.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 437
Cargo Compartment.........................111
Cargo Tie-Downs ...........................113
Car Washes .............................. .493
Cellular Phone ........................... .581
Certification Label ......................... .362
Chains, Tire ............................. .488
Changing A Flat Tire .....................413, 470
Chart, Tire Sizing .......................... .472
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light). . . .163
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............245
Checks, Safety ............................ .245
Child Restraint ........................... .225
Child Restraints Booster Seats ........................... .229
Child Seat Installation .....................241
How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt ........238
Infant And Child Restraints .................227
LATCH Positions ........................ .231
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......231
Older Children And Child Restraints ...........228
Seating Positions ........................ .230
Clean Air Gasoline ........................ .502
Cleaning Wheels ............................... .487
Climate Control ............................85 Automatic
..............................86
Cold Weather Operation ..................... .258
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ................599
Compact Spare Tire ........................ .485
Console Storage ............................... .122
Console, Overhead ........................ .124
Contract, Service .......................... .604
Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ............465
Cooling System ........................... .462
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .................464
Coolant Level .......................... .465
Cooling Capacity ........................ .505
Disposal Of
Used Coolant ..................465
Drain, Flush, And Refill ................... .463
Inspection ......................... .462, 465
Points To Remember ..................... .466
Pressure Cap ........................... .465
Radiator Cap .......................... .465
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......463, 505, 506
Corrosion Protection ....................... .492
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ..............290, 293
Cruise Light .......................... .159, 161
Cupholders .............................. .124
Customer Assistance ....................... .602
610 INDEX
Light Bulbs.............................. .248
Lights .................................. .248
AirBag ........................ .149, 212, 246
Ambient ................................78
Automatic Headlights ......................74
Brake Assist Warning ..................... .173
Brake Warning ......................... .149
Bulb Replacement ....................... .398
Courtesy/Reading .........................77
Cruise ............................ .159, 161
Daytime Running .........................72
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................79
Electronic Stability Program(ESP) Indicator ......151
Exterior ............................ .71, 248
Fog ...................................75
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................392
Headlights On With Wipers ..................74
High Beam/Low Beam Select ..............72, 73
Hill Descent Control Indicator ...............176
Interior ................................76
Lights On Reminder .......................75
Low Fuel ............................. .155
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ..........155
Map ..................................77
Park .............................. .74, 160Passing
................................73
Reading ................................77
Seat Belt Reminder .......................152
Security Alarm ......................... .153
Service ............................... .398
Side Marker ........................... .401
Traction Control ........................ .173
Turn Signals .................. .76, 160, 248, 401
Vanity Mirror ............................70
Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions . . . .151, 160
Loading Vehicle ........................... .362
Tires................................. .476
Load Shed Battery Saver Mode .................146
Load Shed Battery Saver On ...................146
Load Shed Electrical Load Reduction .............146
Load Shed Intelligent Battery Sensor .............146
Locks Automatic Door....................... .41,
42
Child Protection ..........................42
Power Door .............................36
Lubrication, Body ......................... .455
Luggage Carrier .......................... .130
Lug Nuts/Bolts ........................... .499
Maintenance .......................... .101, 105
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