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WARNING:Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt or insert a
latchplate into the buckle to avoid the Belt-Minderchime. To
do so may adversely affect the performance of the vehicle’s airbag
system.
One-time disable
If at any time the driver/front passenger quickly buckles then unbuckles
the safety belt for that seating position, the Belt-Minderis disabled for
the current ignition cycle. The Belt-Minderfeature will enable during
the same ignition cycle if the occupant buckles and remains buckled for
approximately 30 seconds. Confirmation is not given for the one-time
disable.
Deactivating/activating the Belt-Minderfeature
The driver and front passenger Belt-Minderare
deactivated/activated independently. When deactivating/activating
one seating position, do not buckle the other position as this will
terminate the process.
Read Steps1-4thoroughly before proceeding with the
deactivation/activation programming procedure.
Note: The driver and front passenger Belt-Minderfeatures must be
disabled/enabled separately. Both cannot be disable/enabled during the
same key cycle.
The driver and front passenger Belt-Minderfeatures can be
deactivated/activated by performing the following procedure:
Before following the procedure, make sure that:
•The parking brake is set
•the gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the neutral
position (manual transmission)
•The ignition switch is in the off position
•The driver and front passenger safety belts are unbuckled
WARNING:While the design allows you to deactivate your
Belt-Minder, this system is designed to improve your chances of
being safely belted and surviving an accident. We recommend you
leave the Belt-Mindersystem activated for yourself and others who
may use the vehicle. To reduce the risk of injury, do not
deactivate/activate the Belt-Minderfeature while driving the vehicle.
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Follow these guidelines to ensure safe towing:
•Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least
1,000 miles (1,600 km).
•Consult your local motor vehicle laws for towing a trailer.
•Refer to the instructions included with towing accessories for the
proper installation and adjustment specifications.
•Thoroughly prepare your vehicle for towing. Refer toPreparing to
towin this chapter.
•Stay within your vehicle’s load limits.
•Use extra caution when driving while trailer towing. Refer toDriving
while you towin this chapter.
•Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer. Refer to
Special operating conditionsin theScheduled Maintenance Guide
chapter.
For load specification terms found on the label and instructions on
calculating your vehicle’s load, refer toVehicle loading - with and
without a trailerin this chapter. Remember to figure in the tongue load
of your loaded vehicle when figuring the total weight.
Regular Cab
Powertrain Maximum GCWR - lb
(kg)Maximum Trailer
Weight - lb (kg)
Short Wheel Base
2.3L w/manual
transmission4800 (2177) 1520 (689)
2.3L w/automatic
transmission5500 (2495) 2180 (989)
Long Wheel Base
2.3L w/manual
transmission4800 (2177) 1500 (680)
2.3L w/automatic
transmission5500 (2495) 2160 (980)
4.0L 9500 (4309) 5940 (2694)
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SuperCab 4x2
Powertrain Maximum GCWR - lb
(kg)Maximum trailer
weight - lb (kg)
2–Door Payload Package 1 without Jump Seat
2.3L w/manual
transmission4800 (2177) 1380 (626)
2.3L w/automatic
transmission5500 (2495) 2040 (925)
4.0L w/manual
transmission7000 (3175) 3360 (1524)
4.0L w/automatic
transmission9500 (4309) 5820 (2640)
4–Door Payload Package 1 without Jump Seat
2.3L w/manual
transmission4800 (2177) 1300 (590)
2.3L w/automatic
transmission5500 (2495) 1960 (889)
4.0L w/manual
transmission7000 (3175) 3280 (1488)
4.0L w/automatic
transmission9500 (4309) 5740 (2604)
2–Door Payload Package 1 with Jump Seat
2.3L w/manual
transmission4800 (2177) 1340 (608)
2.3L w/automatic
transmission5500 (2495) 2020 (916)
4.0L w/manual
transmission7000 (3175) 3340 (1515)
4.0L w/automatic
transmission9500 (4309) 5780 (2622)
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SuperCab 4x2
Powertrain Maximum GCWR - lb
(kg)Maximum trailer
weight - lb (kg)
4–Door Payload Package 1 with Jump Seat
2.3L w/manual
transmission4800 (2177) 1260 (572)
2.3L w/automatic
transmission5500 (2495) 1920 (871)
4.0L w/manual
transmission7000 (3175) 3240 (1470)
4.0L w/automatic
transmission9500 (4309) 5700 (2604)
2–Door Payload Package 2 without Jump Seat
4.0L w/manual
transmission7000 (3175) 3360 (1524)
4.0L w/automatic
transmission9500 (4309) 5800 (2631)
4–Door Payload Package 2 without Jump Seat
4.0L w/manual
transmission7000 (3175) 3280 (1488)
4.0L w/automatic
transmission9500 (4309) 5720 (2595)
2–Door Payload Package 2 with Jump Seat
4.0L w/manual
transmission7000 (3175) 3320 (1506)
4.0L w/automatic
transmission9500 (4309) 5780 (2622)
4–Door Payload Package 2 with Jump Seat
4.0L w/manual
transmission7000 (3175) 3240 (1470)
4.0L w/automatic
transmission9500 (4309) 5700 (2585)
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SuperCab 4x2 Sport
Powertrain Maximum GCWR - lb
(kg)Maximum trailer
weight - lb (kg)
2–Door Payload Package 1 without Jump Seat
4.0L w/manual
transmission7000 (3175) 3300 (1497)
4.0L w/automatic
transmission9500 (4309) 5760 (2613)
4–Door Payload Package 1 without Jump Seat
4.0L w/manual
transmission7000 (3175) 3220 (1461)
4.0L w/automatic
transmission9500 (4309) 5680 (2576)
2–Door Payload Package 1 with Jump Seat
4.0L w/manual
transmission7000 (3175) 3280 (1488)
4.0L w/automatic
transmission9500 (4309) 5740 (2604)
4–Door Payload Package 1 with Jump Seat
4.0L w/manual
transmission7000 (3175) 3180 (1442)
4.0L w/automatic
transmission9500 (4309) 5640 (2558)
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SuperCab 4x4
Powertrain Maximum GCWR -
lb (kg)Maximum trailer
weight - lb (kg)
2–Door without Jump Seat
4.0L w/manual
transmission7000 (3175) 3120 (1415)
4.0L w/automatic
transmission9500 (4309) 5580 (2531)
4–Door without Jump Seat
4.0L w/manual
transmission7000 (3175) 3040 (1379)
4.0L w/automatic
transmission9500 (4309) 5500 (2495)
2–Door with Jump Seat
4.0L w/manual
transmission7000 (3175) 3080 (1397)
4.0L w/automatic
transmission9500 (4309) 5540 (2513)
4–Door with Jump Seat
4.0L w/manual
transmission7000 (3175) 3000 (1361)
4.0L w/automatic
transmission9500 (4309) 5460 (2477)
For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 1,000 ft. (300 m)
elevation.
Your vehicle is capable of pulling the maximum trailer weight(s) as
specified above. Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers
over a specified weight. This vehicle’s electrical system is not equipped
to accommodate electric trailer brakes.
WARNING:Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on
the certification label.
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•To aid in engine/transmission cooling and A/C efficiency during hot
weather while stopped in traffic, place the gearshift lever in P (Park)
(automatic transmission) or neutral (manual transmissions).
•After you have traveled 50 miles (80 km), thoroughly check your
hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts.
•If you will be towing a trailer frequently in hot weather, hilly
conditions, at GCWR, or any combination of these factors, consider
refilling your rear axle with synthetic gear lube if not already so
equipped. Refer to theMaintenance and Specificationschapter for
the lubricant specification. Remember that regardless of the rear axle
lube used, do not tow a trailer for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of a
new vehicle, and that the first 500 miles (800 km) of towing be done
at no faster than 70 mph (113 km/h) with no full throttle starts.
•Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. If you must
park on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer’s wheels.
Launching or retrieving a boat
Disconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailer
into the water. Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after the
trailer is removed from the water.
When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval:
•Do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of
the rear bumper.
•Do not allow waves to break higher than 6 in (15 cm) above the
bottom edge of the rear bumper.
Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter vehicle components:
•Causing internal damage to the components.
•Affecting driveability, emissions and reliability.
Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged in
water. Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or changed
unless a leak is suspected or repair required.
RECREATIONAL TOWING
Follow these guidelines if you have a need for recreational (RV) towing.
An example of recreational towing would be towing your vehicle behind
a motorhome. These guidelines are designed to ensure that your
transmission is not damaged.
Note:Put your climate control system in recirculated air mode to
prevent exhaust fumes from entering the vehicle. Refer to theClimate
Controlschapter for more information.
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Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission:
Before you tow your vehicle:
•Release the parking brake.
•Move the gearshift to the neutral position.
•Turn the key in the ignition to the off/unlocked position.
•The maximum towing speed is 55 mph (88 km/h).
•The maximum recommended distance is unlimited.
•Put 4WD switch in 2WD mode (4WD only)
•The vehicle must be towed in the forward direction to ensure no
damage is done to the internal transmission components.
In addition, it is recommended that you follow the instructions provided
by the aftermarket manufacturer of the towing equipment, if provided.
In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, seeWrecker
towingin theRoadside Emergencieschapter.
2WD vehicles equipped with an automatic transmissions:Do not
tow your vehicle with any wheels on the ground, as vehicle or
transmission damage may occur. It is recommended to tow your vehicle
with all four (4) wheels off the ground such as when using a car-hauling
trailer. Otherwise, no recreational towing is permitted.
4WD vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission and
electronic shift transfer case (Neutral tow kit accessory):
On vehicles equipped with 4WD, an accessory is available that allows you
to tow your vehicle, behind another vehicle, with all the wheels on the
ground. Contact your authorized dealer for more details. Do not tow your
vehicle with all wheels on the ground unless you install the neutral tow
kit as vehicle damage may occur.
In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, seeWrecker
towingin theRoadside Emergencieschapter.
CAMPER BODIES
Your vehicle is not recommended for slide-in camper bodies.
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STARTING
Positions of the ignition
1. Accessory — allows the electrical
accessories such as the radio to
operate while the engine is not
running.
2. Lock — locks the steering wheel,
automatic transmission gearshift
lever and allows key removal. For
vehicles equipped with a manual
transmission, you must press the
ignition release lever to release the
key.
3. Off — shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the
steering wheel.
4. On — all electrical circuits operational. Warning lights illuminated. Key
position when driving.
5. Start — cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
Preparing to start your vehicle
Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system.
Note:This system meets all Canadian interference-causing equipment
standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of
radio noise.
When starting a fuel-injected engine, don’t press the accelerator before
or during starting. Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty
starting the engine. For more information on starting the vehicle, refer to
Starting the enginein this chapter.
WARNING:Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce
very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system,
creating the risk of fire or other damage.
WARNING:Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass
or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the
engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
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If starting a vehicle with a manual
transmission:
•Make sure the parking brake is
set.
•Press and hold the clutch pedal
to the floor, then put the
gearshift lever in the N (Neutral)
position.
3. Turn the key to 4 (on) without
turning the key to 5 (start).
If there is difficulty in turning the key, firmly rotate the steering wheel
left and right until the key turns freely. This condition may occur when:
•the front wheels are turned,
•the front wheel is against the curb, or
•the steering wheel is turned when getting in or out of the vehicle.
Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. SeeWarning lights and
chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter for more information
regarding the warning lights.
Starting the engine
Note:Whenever you start your vehicle, release the key as soon as the
engine starts. Excessive cranking could damage the starter.
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