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These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle.
For example,
these symbols
are used on an
original battery:
POSSIBLE A
CAUTION
INJURY
PROTECT EYES BY
SHIELDING
CAUSTIC
ACID COULD
x
BATTERY CAUSE
BURNS
AVOID
SPARKS
OR
FLAMES
SPARK
OR ,\I/,
COULD FLAME
EXPLODE BATTERY
These symbols
are important
for you
and
your passengers
whenever your
vehicle
is
driven:
DOOR LOCK
UNLOCK
These symbols have
to do with
your lamps:
FASTEN
SEAT
BELTS
POWER
WINDOW
't -I
SIGNALS TURN
A
FLASHER
FOG LAMPS
$0
These symbols
are
on some of
your controls:
WINDSHIELD
WIPER
WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER
WINDOW
DEFOGGER
VENTILATING FAN
1 b
-J
These symbols
are used on
warning and
indicator lights:
COOLANT
TEMP
-
CHARGING EATERY
SYSTEM
BRAKE
(a)
ENGINE OIL e,
PRESSURE
ANTI-LOCK
(@)
BRAKES
Here are some
other symbols
you may see:
FUSE *
I
LIGHTER
HORN
)a(
SPEAKER
b
FUEL la
V

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Your automatic transmission may have a shift lever
located
on the console between the seats or on the
steering column.
There are several different positions
for your shift lever.
If your vehicle is equipped with a coiunm shift lever, it
features an electronic shift position indicator within the
instrument cluster. This display must be powered
anytime the shift lever is capable of being moved out of
the
PARK (P) position. This means that if your key is in
the
OFF position, but not locked, there will be a small
current drain
on your battery which could discharge
your battery over
a period of time. If you need to leave
your key
in the ignition in the OFF position for an
extended period, it is recommended that you disconnect
the battery cable from the battery to prevent discharging
your battery.
PARK (P): This locks your rear wheels. It’s the best
position to use when you start your engine because your
vehicle can‘t move easily.
A CAUTION:
It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the
shift lever
is not fully in PARK (P) with the
parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll.
Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine
is
running unless you have to. If you have left the
engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
You or others
could be injured. To be sure your
vehicie won’t move, even when you’re on fairly
level ground, always set your parking brake and
move the shift lever to
PARK (P).
If you have four-wheel drive, your vehicle will
be free to
roll -- even if your shift lever is
in PARK (P) -- if your transfer case is in
NEUTRAL (N). So, be sure the transfer case is in
a drive gear, two-wheel high (2HI) or four-wheel
high (4HI) or four-wheel low (4LO) -- not in
NEUTRAL (Nj. See “Shifting Into PARK (P)” in
the Index.
If you’re pulling a trailer, see “Towing
a Trailer” in the Index.
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!Mini Console
Full-Size Console
This transmitter allows you to consolidate the functions
of up to three individual hand-held transmitters. It will
operate garrage doors and gates. or with the accessory
package, other devices controlled by radio frequency such
as home/office lighting systems and security systems.
The transmitter will learn and transmit the frequencies
of most current transmitters and is powered by your
vehicle's battery
and charging system.

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There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument
panel, which shows
AIR BAG. The system checks the
air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light
tells you
if there is an electrical problem. The system
check includes
the air bag sensors, the air bag module,
the wiring and
the diagnostic module. For more
information
on the air bag system, see ‘*Air Bag” in
the Index.
AIR
BAG
This light will come on
when you start your engine,
and
it will flash for a few
seconds.
Then the light
should
go out. This means
the system
is ready.
If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the
engine or comes on when you are driving, your air bag
system may
not work properly. Have your vehicle
serviced right away. The
air bag
readiness light should flash for a few
seconds when
you turn the ignition key to RUN. If the
light doesn’t corne
on then, have it fixed so it will be
ready
to warn you if there is a problem.
Charging System Indicator Light
II..
~ The charging system light
~ will come on briefly when
you turn on the ignition,
but the engine is not
running,
as a check to
show you it is working.
It should go out once the engine is running. If it stays
on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have
a problem with the charging system. It could indicate
that
you have problems with a generator drive belt, or
another electrical problem. Have
it checked right away.
Driving while
this light is on could drain your battery.
If you must drive a short distance with the light on, be
certain to turn off all your accessories, such as the radio
and air conditioner.
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(J VOLTS
When your engine is not
running,
but the ignition is
on (in the RUN position).
this gage shows your
battery’s state of charge
in
DC volts.
When the engine is running. the gage shows the
condition
of the charging system. Readings between the
low and high warning zones indicate the normal
operating range. Readings
in the low warning zone may occur when a
large number of electrical accessories
are operating in
the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an
extended period.
This condition is normal since the
charging system is not able
to provide full power at
engine idle.
As engine speeds are increased. this
condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds
allow the charging system to create maximum power.
YOLI can only drive for a short time with the reading in
either warning zone. If you must drive. turn off all
unnecessary accessories.
Readings
in either warning zone indicate a possible
problem
in the electrical system. Have the vehicle
serviced
as soon as possible.
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The light duty trailer wiring is a six-wire harness
assembly. The optional heavy-duty trailer wiring is an
eight-wire harness assembly. The harnesses are stored
under the vehicle, along the passenger-side frame
crossmember on two-door vehicles or on the driver’s
side corner frame crossmember on four-door vehicles.
The heavy-duty trailer wiring has
a 30-amp feed wire
with an inline
fuse located by the junction block. See
“Fuses and Circuit Breakers”
in the Index. Both
harnesses have no connector and should be wired by a
qualified electrical technician. The technician can
use
the following color code chart when connecting the
wiring harness
to your trailer.
Dark Blue: Use for electric trailer brakes or
auxiliary wiring.
0 Red: Use for battery charging; it connects to the
starter solenoid (eight-wire harness only).
0 Light Green: Back-up lamps (eight-wire
harness only).
Brown: Taillamps and parking lamps.
0 Yellow: Left stoplamp and turn signal.
0 Dark Green: Right stoplamp and turn signal.
0 White (Heavy Gage): Ground wire.
0 White (Light Gage): Auxiliary stoplamp.
Securely attach the harness
to the trailer, then tape or
strap
it to your vehicle’s frame rail. Be sure you leave it
loose enough so the wiring doesn‘t bend or break, but
not so loose that it drags on the ground. Store the
harness in its original place. Wrap the harness together
and tie
it neatly so it won’t be damaged.
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Brake Fluid
.................................... 6-28
Brake. Parking
................................. 2-29
Brake System Warning Light
...................... 2-75
Brakes Adjustment
.................................. 6-32
Anti-Lock
................................... 4- 7
PedalTravel
................................. 6-32
Trailer
...................................... 4-4 9
Wear ....................................... 6-31
Brake-Transmission Shift Interlock Check
........ .. 7-48
Braking
........................................ 4- 6
Master Cylinder
.............................. 6-28
Replacing System Parts
........................ 6-32
Braking in Emergencies
........................... 4-9
Break-In, New Vehicle
.......................... 2-13
Brightness Control
.............................. 2-47
Bulb Replacement
......................... 6-33, 6-62
BTSICheck
................................... 7-48
Canadian Roadside Assistance
.................... 8-7
Capacities and Specifications ................. 6-63, 6-64
Carbon Monoxide
................ 2-9.2-34.4-49, 4-50
Cargocover ................................... 2-58
Cargo Tie Downs ............................... 2-58
Center Front Passenger Position ................... 1-26
CertificatiodTire Label
.......................... 4-42
Chains Safety
...................................... 4-49
Tire
........................................ 6-48 Changing a Flat Tire
............................. 5-23
Charging System Light
.......................... 2-73
Check Gages Light
.............................. 2-80
Checking Your Restraint Systems
..... : ............ 1-47
Chemical Paint Spotting
.......................... 6-56
Child Restraints
................................ 1-37
Center Seat Positions
.......................... 1-41
Securing
in a Rear Outside Seat Position ........... 1-39
TopStrap
................................... 1-38
Where Not to Put
............................. 1-41
WheretoPut
................................ 1-37
Circuit Breakers and Fuses
....................... 6-59
Cleaner. Air
................................... 6-13
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
............................ 6-55
Fabric
...................................... 6-50
Glass
....................................... 6-53
Inside of Your Vehicle
......................... 6-49
Instrumentpanel
............................. 6-52
Leather
..................................... 6-52
Outside
of Your Vehicle ........................ 6-54
Stains
...................................... 6-51
Tires
....................................... 6-55
Vinyl ....................................... 6-52
Wheels
...................................... 6-45
Windshield, Backglass and Wiper Blades
.......... 6-53
Securing in the Right Front Seat Position .......... 1-41
Cigarette Lighter
............................... 2-61
Weatherstrips
................................ 6-53
Climate Control System
........................... 3-2
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............................. 4-42
Fuse
....................................... 6-60
Safety Belt .................................. 1-48
Service Parts Identification
..................... 6-58
Vehicle Identification Number
................... 6-58
Lamps
........................................ 2-45
Dome
...................................... 2-48
Front Map
................................... 2-48
Front Reading
........................... 2.47. 2.51
Interior ..................................... 2-47
OnReminder
................................ 2-46
Latches. Seatback
................................ 1-6
Leaving Your Vehicle ............................. 2-5
Lighter
....................................... 2-61
Lights
Air Bag Readiness ....................... 1-2 1. 2.73
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning
............ 2.76. 4.7
Brake System Warning
......................... 2-75
Charging System
............................. 2-73
CheckGages
................................ 2-80
Gate
Ajar ................................... 2-81
Safety Belt Reminder ...................... 1-9. 2-72
Service Engine Soon .......................... 2-77
Shitt
.................................. 2-22, 2-80
Loading
Your Vehicle ........................... 4-42
Locking
Rear Axle .............................. 2-23
Lockout Switch
................................ 2-37
Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running ....... 2-32
Daytime Running Lamps Indicator ............... 2-80 Locks
......................................... 2-4
Door
........................................ 2-4
Key Lock Cylinder Service
..................... 7-47
PowerDoor
.................................. 2-5
Rear Door Security
............................. 2-5
Loss of Control ................................ 4-13
Lubricants and Fluids
....................... 6.64. 7.52
Lubrication Service. Body
........................ 7-47
Luggagecarrier
................................ 2-59
Lumbar Controls
............................ 1.3. 1-4
Maintenance Record
........................... 7-55
Maintenance Schedule
............................ 7-1
Long Trip/Highway
....................... 7.6. 7.30
Owner Checks and Services
..................... 7-46
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
................ 7-50
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
............. 7-52
Scheduled Maintenance Services
.................. 7-4
Short Trip/City
............................ 7.5. 7.7
Maintenance. Underbody
......................... 6-56
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
.................. 4-54
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
...................... 2-77
Manual Front Seat
............................... 1-2
Manual Lumbar Support
.......................... 1-3
Manual Transmission
Check
...................................... 7-47
Fluid
....................................... 6-18
Shifting ..................................... 2-21
Starting
Your Engine .......................... 2-16
Steering
Column Park Lock Check
............... 7-49
9-6