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SAFETY TIPS .................................................................... 199Transporting Passengers .......................................... 199
Transporting Pets ................................................... 199
Connected Vehicles .................................................. 199
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside
The Vehicle ................................................................ 199
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make
Outside The Vehicle .................................................. 201
Exhaust Gas .............................................................. 201Carbon Monoxide Warnings .................................... 201
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS .................................. 202
ASSIST AND SOS MIRROR — IF EQUIPPED .................. 202
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING — IF EQUIPPED .......... 205 Preparations For Jacking ......................................... 205Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage ......................... 206Jacking Instructions .................................................. 207
TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED ................................. 209 Tire Service Kit Storage ............................................ 209
Tire Service Kit Components And Operation ........... 210Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions .......................... 210Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit .......................... 211
JUMP STARTING .............................................................. 213 Preparations For Jump Start .................................... 214
Jump Starting Procedure .......................................... 214
REFUELING IN EMERGENCY .......................................... 215
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ....................................... 216 MANUAL PARK RELEASE–8–SPEED
TRANSMISSION................................................................ 216
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE .......................................... 218
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ...................................... 219 All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Models — If Equipped ......... 220
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) Models ............................ 220Without The Key Fob ................................................ 220
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE
SYSTEM (EARS) ............................................................... 220
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ..................................... 220
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING ................................................ 221 3.6L And 5.7L Engines ............................................ 221
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ............................................... 225 3.6L Engine ............................................................... 2255.7L Engine .............................................................. 226
Checking Oil Level .................................................... 227
Adding Washer Fluid ................................................ 227
Maintenance-Free Battery ...................................... 228
Pressure Washing ..................................................... 228
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ................................................. 228 Engine Oil ................................................................. 228Engine Oil Filter ........................................................ 229Engine Air Cleaner Filter ........................................ 229
Air Conditioner Maintenance ................................ 230
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection............................... 231 Body Lubrication........................................................ 231
Windshield Wiper Blades .......................................... 232
Exhaust System ......................................................... 233
Cooling System ......................................................... 234
Brake System ........................................................... 236
Automatic Transmission ........................................... 237
Rear Axle .................................................................... 237
Fuses .......................................................................... 238Bulb Replacement .................................................... 246
TIRES ..................................................................................248 Tire Safety Information ............................................. 248
Tires — General Information .................................... 255
Tire Types ................................................................... 258Spare Tires — If Equipped ......................................... 259
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ..................................... 260
Snow Traction Devices ............................................. 262
Tire Rotation Recommendations ............................. 263
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES ................................................... 263 Treadwear .................................................................. 263
Traction Grades ......................................................... 264
Temperature Grades ................................................. 264
STORING THE VEHICLE ....................................................264
BODYWORK ......................................................................264 Protection From Atmospheric Agents ...................... 264
Body And Underbody Maintenance.......................... 265
Preserving The Bodywork ......................................... 265
INTERIORS ........................................................................ 265 Seats And Fabric Parts.............................................. 265Plastic And Coated Parts .......................................... 266
Leather Surfaces ....................................................... 266
Glass Surfaces .......................................................... 266

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176SAFETY
NOTE:When filling warm tires, the tire pressure may need to be
increased up to an additional 4 psi (28 kPa) above the
recommended cold placard pressure in order to turn the
TPMS Warning Light off.

Low Tire Pressure Monitoring System Display

Service Tire Pressure System Warning
If a system fault is detected, the Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) Warning Light will flash on and off for 75
seconds and then remain on solid. The system fault will
also sound a chime. In addition, the instrument cluster will
display a "Service Tire Pressure System" message for a
minimum of five seconds and then display dashes (- -) in
place of the pressure value to indicate which sensor is not
being received.
If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will repeat,
providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault no
longer exists, the TPMS Warning Light will no longer flash,
and the "Service Tire Pressure System" message will no longer display, and a pressure value will display in place of
the dashes. A system fault can occur due to any of the
following:

Signal interference due to electronic devices or driving
next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies
as the TPMS sensors.
 Accumulation of snow or ice around the wheels or
wheel housings.
 Using tire chains on the vehicle.
 Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPMS sensors.
Vehicles With Compact Spare

1. The compact spare tire or non-matching full size does not have a Tire Pressure Monitoring System
sensor. Therefore, the TPMS will not monitor the
pressure in the compact or non-matching full size
spare tire.

2. If you install the compact or non-matching full size spare tire in place of a road tire that has a pressure
below the low-pressure warning limit, upon the next
ignition key cycle, the TPMS Warning Light will remain
on and a chime will sound. In addition, the graphic in
the instrument cluster will still display a different
color pressure value and an "Inflate to XX" message.
3. After driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h), the TPMS Warning Light will flash
on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid.
In addition, the instrument cluster will display a
“Service Tire Pressure System” message for five
seconds and then display dashes (- -) in place of the
pressure value. 4. For each subsequent ignition key cycle, a chime will
sound, the TPMS Warning Light will flash on and off
for 75 seconds and then remain on solid, and the
instrument cluster will display a “Service Tire
Pressure System” message for five seconds and then
display dashes (- -) in place of the pressure value.
5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact
spare or non-matching full size, the TPMS will update
automatically. In addition, the TPMS Warning Light
will turn off and the graphic in the instrument cluster
will display a new pressure value instead of dashes
(- -), as long as no tire pressure is below the
low-pressure warning limit in any of the four active
road tires. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to
20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information.
TPMS Deactivation — If Equipped
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) can be
deactivated if replacing all four wheel and tire assemblies
(road tires) with wheel and tire assemblies that do not
have TPMS sensors, such as when installing winter wheel
and tire assemblies on your vehicle.
To deactivate the TPMS, first replace all four wheel and
tire assemblies (road tires) with tires not equipped with
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensors. Then,
drive the vehicle for 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h).
The TPMS will chime, the TPMS Warning Light will flash on
and off for 75 seconds and then remain on. The
instrument cluster will display the “Service Tire Pressure
System” message and then display dashes (--) in place of
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206IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
6. Block both the front and rear of the wheels diagonally
opposite of the jacking position using the provided
wheel chocks. For example, if changing the driver’s
front wheel, chock the passenger’s rear wheel.

Wheel Blocked Example

NOTE:
Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the
vehicle is being lifted or raised.
JACK LOCATION/SPARE TIRE STOWAGE
The jack, tools and spare tire are stowed under the load
floor in the trunk.

Spare Tire And Jack Location

NOTE:
The spare tire must be removed in order to access the
jack.
Follow these steps to access the jack and spare tire:

1. Open the trunk.

2. Lift up the load floor by using the pull strap.
3. Rotate the fastener securing the spare tire counter -
clockwise to remove it.

Spare Tire Fastener

4. Remove the spare tire.
5. Rotate the fastener securing the jack counter -
clockwise to remove it.

Jack Fastener

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6. Remove the wheel chocks, jack and lug wrench
assembly from under the spare tire. Turn the jack
screw to the left to loosen the lug wrench, and remove
the wrench from the jack assembly.
JACKING INSTRUCTIONS

Jack Warning Label

1. Remove the spare tire, jack, wheel chocks, and lug wrench.

2. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the center cap covers the lug nuts, use the lug wrench to pry the
center cap off carefully before raising the vehicle.
NOTE:When the following label is present, the spare tire must be
used for the rear wheel(s) only. For a flat front tire, you
must first install the spare on one of the rear tires. Then,
follow the jacking instructions for front tire replacement
and replace the front road wheel with the wheel removed
from the rear of the vehicle.

Spare Tire Label

WARNING!
A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard
stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle.
Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the
places provided. Have the deflated (flat) tire repaired or
replaced immediately.
WARNING!
Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help
prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle:
Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the
edge of the roadway as possible before raising the
vehicle.
 Turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers.
 Apply the parking brake firmly and set an automatic
transmission in PARK.
 Chock the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be
raised.
Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a
jack.
 Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a
jack.
 Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If
you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a
service center where it can be raised on a lift.
 Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for
lifting this vehicle during a tire change.
 If working on or near a roadway, be extremely careful
of motor traffic.
 To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are
securely stowed, spares must be stowed with the
valve stem facing the ground.
WARNING!
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY209
5. Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the flat tire
and install the spare tire.
6. Remove the lug nuts and tire.
7. Mount the spare tire.

Mounting Spare Tire
NOTE:
For vehicles so equipped, do not attempt to install a center
cap or wheel cover on the compact spare Úpage 259.
8. Install the lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the lug nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the lug nuts.
9. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.
10. Finish tightening the wheel bolts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased
leverage. Tighten the wheel bolts in a star pattern
until each wheel bolt has been tightened twice. If in
doubt about the correct tightness, have them
checked with a torque wrench by an authorized
dealer or at a service station
Úpage 267.
11. Stow the wheel chocks, jack, tools and flat tire. Make sure the base of the jack faces the front of the vehicle
before tightening down the fastener.
TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED
Use this QR code to access your digital
experience.
Small punctures up to 1/4 inch (6 mm)
in the tire tread can be sealed with Tire
Service Kit. Foreign objects (e.g.,
screws or nails) should not be removed
from the tire. Tire Service Kit can be
used in outside temperatures down to
approximately -4°F (-20°C).
This kit will provide a temporary tire seal, allowing you to
drive your vehicle up to 100 miles (160 km) with a
maximum speed of 50 mph (80 km/h).
TIRE SERVICE KIT STORAGE
The Tire Service Kit is located in the trunk.

Tire Service Kit Location

WARNING!
Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the
vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt
someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to
remove the tire.
CAUTION!
Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem
facing outward. The vehicle could be damaged if the
spare tire is mounted incorrectly.
WARNING!
To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do
not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle has
been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may result
in serious injury.
WARNING!
A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard
stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle.
Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the
places provided. Have the deflated (flat) tire repaired or
replaced immediately.
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F03 50 Amp Red –Electric Power Steering #1 *
F04 30 Amp Pink –Starter
F05 40 Amp Green –Anti-Lock Brake
F06 30 Amp Pink –Anti-Lock Brake
F07 20 Amp Blue –Police Ignition Run / ACC #1
F08 20 Amp Blue –Police Ignition Run / ACC # 2
F09 –20 Amp Yellow All-Wheel Drive Module *
F10 –10 Amp RedIntrusion MOD (300) * / Under Hood Lamp – Police
F11 –20 Amp Yellow Horns
F12 –10 Amp RedAir Conditioning Clutch
F13 ––Spare
F14 ––Spare
F15 ––Spare
F16 ––Spare
F18 50 Amp Red –Radiator Fan #2
F19 50 Amp Red –Electric Power Steering #2 *
F20 30 Amp Pink –Wiper Motor
F21 30 Amp Pink
–Headlamp Washers *
20 Amp Blue Police Bat Feed #2
F22 40 Amp Green
–LTR Cooling Pump (6.2L Eng)
20 Amp Blue Police Bat Feed # 3
F23 20 Amp Blue –Police Bat Feed # 1
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description
* If Equipped

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F40 30 Amp Pink –Fuel Pump #1 (6.2L ADR)
F41 30 Amp Pink –Fuel Pump #2 (6.2L ADR)
F42 30 Amp Pink –Rear Defrost
F43 –20 Amp YellowRear Heated Seats * / Heated Steering
Wheel *
F44 –10 Amp RedPark Assist */ Blind Spot */ Rear View
Camera *
F45 –15 Amp BlueCluster / Rearview Mirror /
Lane Departure *
F46 ––Spare
F47 –10 Amp RedAdaptive Front Lighting */ Day Time
Running Lamps *
F48 –20 Amp YellowActive Suspension – (6.4L*/ 6.2L)
F49 ––Spare
F50 ––Spare
F51 –20 Amp YellowFront Heated */ Vented Seats *
F52 –10 Amp RedHeated Cup Holders */ Rear Heated Seat
Switches *
F53 –10 Amp RedHVAC Module / In Vehicle Temperature
Sensor
Cavity
Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
* If Equipped

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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE257
It is not recommended driving a vehicle loaded at full
capacity or to tow a trailer while a tire is in the Run Flat
mode.
See the Tire Pressure Monitoring System section for more
information.
Tire Spinning
When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not
spin your vehicle's wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or for
longer than 30 seconds continuously without stopping.
For further information
Úpage 218.
Tread Wear Indicators
Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to
help you in determining when your tires should be
replaced.

Tire Tread

These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread
grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth
becomes 1/16 of an inch (1.6 mm). When the tread is
worn to the tread wear indicators, the tire should be
replaced.
For further information
Úpage 258.
Life Of Tire
The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors
including, but not limited to:
Driving style.
 Tire pressure - Improper cold tire inflation pressures
can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the
tire tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce
tread life, resulting in the need for earlier tire replace -
ment.
 Distance driven.
 Performance tires, tires with a speed rating of V or
higher, and Summer tires typically have a reduced
tread life. Rotation of these tires per the vehicle sched-
uled maintenance is highly recommended.
NOTE:Wheel valve stem must be replaced as well when installing
new tires due to wear and tear in existing tires.
Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little
exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact
with oil, grease, and gasoline.
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated
by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire damage or
failure. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not
spin your vehicle's wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/
h) for more than 30 seconds continuously when you are
stuck, and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel, no
matter what the speed.
1 — Tread Wear Indicators
WARNING!
Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six
years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to
follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure. You
could lose control and have a collision resulting in
serious injury or death.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE259
Snow Tires
Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires
during the Winter. Snow tires can be identified by a
mountain/snowflake symbol on the tire sidewall.
If you need snow tires, select tires equivalent in
size and type to the original equipment tires.
Use snow tires only in sets of four; failure to do
so may adversely affect the safety and handling
of your vehicle.
Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what
was originally equipped with your vehicle and should not
be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph (120 km/
h). For speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h) refer to original
equipment or an authorized tire dealer for recommended
safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation
pressures.
While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid and
traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer
than that of non-studded tires. Some states prohibit
studded tires; therefore, local laws should be checked
before using these tire types.
SPARE TIRES — IF EQUIPPED
NOTE:For vehicles equipped with Tire Service Kit instead of a
spare tire Úpage 209.
For restrictions when towing with a spare tire designated
for temporary emergency use
Úpage 107.
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire
And Wheel — If Equipped
Your vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire and wheel
equivalent in look and function to the original equipment
tire and wheel found on the front or rear axle of your
vehicle. This spare tire may be used in the tire rotation for
your vehicle. If your vehicle has this option, refer to an
authorized tire dealer for the recommended tire rotation
pattern.
Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped
The compact spare is for temporary emergency use only.
You can identify if your vehicle is equipped with a compact
spare by looking at the spare tire description on the Tire
And Loading Information Placard located on the driver’s
side door opening or on the sidewall of the tire. Compact
spare tire descriptions begin with the letter “T” or “S”
preceding the size designation.
Example: T145/80D18 103M.
T, S = Temporary Spare Tire
Since this tire has limited tread life, the original equipment
tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled on
your vehicle at the first opportunity.
Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a
conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the
wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare tire.
Do not install more than one compact spare tire and wheel
on the vehicle at any given time.
CAUTION!
Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take
your vehicle through an automatic car wash with a
compact or limited use temporary spare installed.
Damage to the vehicle may result.
WARNING!
Compact and collapsible spares are for temporary
emergency use only. With these spares, do not drive
more than 50 mph (80 km/h). Temporary use spares have limited tread life. When the tread is worn to the
tread wear indicators, the temporary use spare tire
needs to be replaced. Be sure to follow the warnings,
which apply to your spare. Failure to do so could result
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Collapsible Spare Tire — If Equipped
The collapsible spare is for temporary emergency use only.
You can identify if your vehicle is equipped with a
collapsible spare by looking at the spare tire description
on the Tire And Loading Information Placard located on
the driver’s side door opening or on the sidewall of the tire.
Collapsible spare tire description
example: 165/80-17 101P.
Since this tire has limited tread life, the original equipment
tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled on
your vehicle at the first opportunity.
Inflate collapsible tire only after the wheel is properly
installed to the vehicle. Inflate the collapsible tire using
the electric air pump before lowering the vehicle.
Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a
conventional tire on the collapsible spare wheel, since the
wheel is designed specifically for the collapsible spare tire.
Full Size Spare — If Equipped
The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only.
This tire may look like the originally equipped tire on the
front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not. This spare
tire may have limited tread life. When the tread is worn to
the tread wear indicators, the temporary use full size
spare tire needs to be replaced. Since it is not the same as
your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the original
equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first
opportunity.
Limited Use Spare — If Equipped
The limited use spare tire is for temporary emergency use
only. This tire is identified by a label located on the limited
use spare wheel. This label contains the driving limitations
for this spare. This tire may look like the original equipped
tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not.
Installation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle
handling.
Since it is not the same as your original equipment tire,
replace (or repair) the original equipment tire and reinstall
on the vehicle at the first opportunity.
WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly using
mild (neutral Ph) soap and water to maintain their luster
and to prevent corrosion. Wash wheels with the same
soap solution recommended for the body of the vehicle
and remember to always wash when the surfaces are not
hot to the touch.
WARNING!
Compact and Collapsible spares are for temporary
emergency use only. With these spares, do not drive
more than 50 mph (80 km/h). Temporary use spares
have limited tread life. When the tread is worn to the
tread wear indicators, the temporary use spare tire
needs to be replaced. Be sure to follow the warnings,
which apply to your spare. Failure to do so could result
in spare tire failure and loss of vehicle control.
WARNING!
Limited use spares are for emergency use only.
Installation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle
handling. With this tire, do not drive more than the
speed listed on the limited use spare wheel. Keep
inflated to the cold tire inflation pressures listed on your
Tire And Loading Information Placard located on the
driver’s side B-pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side
door. Replace (or repair) the original equipment tire at
the first opportunity and reinstall it on your vehicle.
Failure to do so could result in loss of vehicle control.

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