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284IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
(Continued)
NOTE:
When using a portable battery booster pack,
follow the manufacturer's operating instruc-
tions and precautions.
PREPARATIONS FOR JUMP START
The battery in your vehicle is located under the
passenger's front seat. There are remote
terminals located under the hood to assist in
jump starting.
Jump Starting Locations

NOTE:
Be sure that the disconnected cable ends do
not touch each other, or either vehicle, until
properly connected for jump starting.

1. Apply the parking brake, shift the
automatic transmission into PARK (P) and
turn the ignition OFF.

2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all electrical accessories.
3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive (+) battery post. Pull
upward on the cover to remove it.
CAUTION!
Do not use a portable battery booster pack or
any other booster source with a system
voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to
the battery, starter motor, alternator or
electrical system may occur.
Remote Positive (+) Post (Covered With Protective
Cap)
Remote Negative (-) Post
WARNING!
Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan
whenever the hood is raised. It can start
anytime the ignition switch is ON. You can
be injured by moving fan blades.
Remove any metal jewelry such as rings,
watch bands and bracelets that could
make an inadvertent electrical contact. You
could be seriously injured.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can
burn your skin or eyes and generate
hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. Keep open flames or sparks
away from the battery.
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IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can
reduce the potential for overheating by taking
the appropriate action.
On the highways — slow down.
In city traffic — while stopped, place the trans -
mission in NEUTRAL (N), but do not increase
the engine idle speed while preventing
vehicle motion with the brakes.
NOTE:
There are steps that you can take to slow down
an impending overheat condition:
If your Air Conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off.
The A/C system adds heat to the engine
cooling system and turning the A/C off can
help remove this heat.
You can also turn the temperature control to
maximum heat, the mode control to floor and
the blower control to high. This allows the
heater core to act as a supplement to the
radiator and aids in removing heat from the
engine cooling system.
MANUAL PARK RELEASE
To move the vehicle in cases where the
transmission will not shift out of PARK (P) (such
as a depleted battery), a Manual Park Release
is available.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot
engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from
your radiator. If you see or hear steam coming
from under the hood, do not open the hood
until the radiator has had time to cool. Never
try to open a cooling system pressure cap
when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could
damage your vehicle. If the temperature
gauge reads HOT (H), pull over and stop the
vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air
conditioner turned off until the pointer drops
back into the normal range. If the pointer
remains on HOT (H), and you hear continuous
chimes, turn the engine off immediately and
call for service.
WARNING!
Always secure your vehicle by fully applying
the parking brake before activating the
Manual Park Release. In addition, you should
be seated in the driver’s seat with your foot
firmly on the brake pedal when activating the
Manual Park Release. Activating the Manual
Park Release will allow your vehicle to roll
away if it is not secured by the parking brake,
or by proper connection to a tow vehicle.
Activating the Manual Park Release on an
unsecured vehicle could lead to serious injury
or death for those in or around the vehicle.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE321
In unusual situations involving grossly
malfunctioning engine operation, a scorching
odor may suggest severe and abnormal catalyst
overheating. If this occurs, stop the vehicle, turn
off the engine and allow it to cool. Service,
including a tune-up to manufacturer's
specifications, should be obtained immediately.
To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter
damage:
Do not interrupt the ignition when the trans -
mission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
Do not try to start the vehicle by pushing or
towing the vehicle.
Do not idle the engine with any ignition
components disconnected or removed, such
as when diagnostic testing, or for prolonged
periods during very rough idle or malfunc -
tioning operating conditions.
COOLING SYSTEMEngine Coolant Checks
Check the engine coolant (antifreeze)
protection every 12 months (before the onset of
freezing weather, where applicable). If the
engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty, the system
should be drained, flushed, and refilled with
fresh OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032) by
an authorized dealer. Check the front of the
A/C condenser for any accumulation of bugs,
leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently spraying
water from a garden hose vertically down the
face of the condenser.
Check the engine cooling system hoses for
brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, and
tightness of the connection at the coolant
recovery bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire
system for leaks. DO NOT REMOVE THE
COOLANT PRESSURE CAP WHEN THE COOLING
SYSTEM IS HOT.
Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill
NOTE:
Some vehicles require special tools to add
coolant properly. Failure to fill these systems
properly could lead to severe internal engine
damage.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot
engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from
your radiator. If you see or hear steam
coming from under the hood, do not open
the hood until the radiator has had time
to cool. Never open a cooling system pres -
sure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle
is hot.
Keep hands, tools, clothing, and jewelry
away from the radiator cooling fan when
the hood is raised. The fan starts automati -
cally and may start at any time, whether the
engine is running or not.
When working near the radiator cooling fan,
disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the
ignition to the OFF mode. The fan is
temperature controlled and can start at any
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Fluid Capacities
................................... 355, 356Fluid Leaks.................................................... 183Fluid Level Checks Brake........................................................ 325Fluid, Brake................................................... 360Fluids And Lubricants................. 357, 358, 359Fog Lights...................................................... 269Fog Lights, Service......................................... 269Fold-Flat Seats................................................. 32Folding Rear Seats.......................................... 34Forward Collision Warning............................. 136Four-Way Hazard Flasher............................... 261Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................................. 289Front Axle (Differential).................................. 327Fuel............................................................... 351Additives................................................... 352Clean Air.................................................... 352Economy Mode.......................................... 192Ethanol...................................................... 353Gasoline.................................................... 351Materials Added........................................ 352Methanol................................................... 353Octane Rating................................. 351, 359Requirements................................. 351, 355Specifications.................................. 357, 359Tank Capacity.................................. 355, 356Fueling........................................................... 238Fuses............................................................. 269
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Garage Door Opener (HomeLink)..................... 78Gasoline, (Fuel)............................................. 351Gasoline, Clean Air........................................ 352Gasoline, Reformulated................................ 352Gear Ranges................................................. 194Glass Cleaning.............................................. 349Gross Axle Weight Rating.............................. 242Gross Vehicle Weight Rating......................... 241GVWR............................................................ 240
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Hazard Warning Flashers.............................. 261Head Restraints............................................... 42Headlights.................................................... 268Automatic.................................................... 52Bulb Replacement.................................... 268Cleaning................................................... 346High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch.......... 51Lights On Reminder..................................... 52On With Wipers............................................ 52Passing........................................................ 52Replacing................................................. 268Heated Mirrors................................................. 49Heated Seats................................................... 40Heated Steering Wheel.................................... 47Heater, Engine Block.................................... 188Hill Start Assist.............................................. 128
HitchesTrailer Towing........................................... 243Holder, Cup......................................................86HomeLink (Garage Door Opener).....................78Hood Prop........................................................75Hood Release...................................................75
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Ignition.............................................................17Key Fob Battery Low Or Dead......................17Key Fob Not Detected..................................17Keyless Ignition...........................................17Keyless Push Button....................................17Push Button Ignition....................................17Switch..........................................................17Immobilizer (Sentry Key)..................................21In Vehicle HelpVehicle User Guide......................................12Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 47, 48, 261Instrument Cluster...................... 95, 96, 97, 98Descriptions.............................................. 118Display.........................................................99Menu Items.............................................. 103Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning................... 348Integrated Trailer Brake Control.................... 249Interior And Instrument Lights.........................54Interior Appearance Care.............................. 348Interior Lights...................................................5411

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Telescoping Steering Column
.......................... 46Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)............ 69Tie Down Hooks, Cargo.................................... 78Tilt Steering Column........................................ 46Tire And Loading Information Placard........... 332Tire Markings................................................. 328Tire Safety Information.................................. 327Tires................................... 183, 335, 340, 344Aging (Life Of Tires)................................... 338Air Pressure............................................... 335Chains............................................. 343, 344Changing................................ 275, 283, 327Compact Spare......................................... 341Flat Changing............................................ 283General Information........................ 335, 340High Speed................................................ 336Inflation Pressure...................................... 336Jacking...................................................... 327Life Of Tires............................................... 338Load Capacity............................................ 332Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)........................................ 114, 138Quality Grading.......................................... 344Radial........................................................ 337Replacement................................... 283, 338Rotation.................................................... 344Safety.............................................. 327, 335Sizes.......................................................... 329Snow Tires................................................. 340
Spare Tires............................. 277, 340, 342Spinning................................................... 337Trailer Towing........................................... 248Tread Wear Indicators.............................. 338Wheel Mounting....................................... 283Wheel Nut Torque..................................... 350To Open Hood.................................................. 75Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight...................... 246Towing................................................. 241, 290Disabled Vehicle....................................... 290Guide............................................... 244, 245Recreational............................................. 253Weight............................................. 244, 245Towing Behind A Motorhome........................ 253Traction Control............................................ 130Trailer Sway Control (TSC)............................. 130Trailer Towing............................................... 241Cooling System Tips................................. 252Hitches..................................................... 243Minimum Requirements........................... 247Tips........................................................... 251Trailer And Tongue Weight........................ 246Wiring....................................................... 251Trailer Towing Guide............................ 244, 245Trailer Weight....................................... 244, 245Transfer Case............................................... 327Electronically Shifted................................ 199Fluid......................................................... 358Maintenance............................................ 327
Transmission................................................. 193Automatic........................................ 193, 326Fluid.......................................................... 358Maintenance............................................ 326Shifting..................................................... 191Transmitter, Garage Door Opener
(Homelink).......................................................78Transporting Pets.......................................... 180Tread Wear Indicators................................... 338Turn Signals......................................... 118, 269
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UconnectAdvanced Phone Connectivity
................... 421Phone Call Features................................. 418Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect Phone................................................... 422Uconnect Settings.................................... 372Uconnect Phone..........................414, 416, 417Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — Call Currently In Progress..................... 420Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — No Call Currently In Progress................ 420Bluetooth Communication Link................ 423Call By Saying A Phonebook Name........... 419Call Continuation...................................... 421Call Controls............................................. 419Call Termination....................................... 421Cancel Command..................................... 414

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