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R (Reverse)
With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle
will move backward. Always come to a complete
stop before shifting into and out of R (Reverse).
N (Neutral)
With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle
can be started and is free to roll. Hold the brake
pedal down while in this position.
D (Overdrive)
The normal driving
position for the best
fuel economy.
Transmission operates
in gears one through
four.
D (Overdrive) can be
deactivated by pressing
the transmission
control switch on the
end of the gearshift
lever.
This will illuminate the
O/D OFF lamp and
activate Drive.
Drive (not shown)
Drive is activated when the transmission control
switch is pressed.
•This position allows for all forward gears except
overdrive.
•O/D OFF lamp is illuminated.
•Provides engine braking.
O/D
OFF
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Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute
or damage to the transmission and tires may
occur, or the engine may overheat.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION
(IF EQUIPPED)
Using the clutch
The manual transmission has a starter interlock that
prevents cranking the engine unless the clutch pedal
is fully depressed.
To start the vehicle:
1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set.
2. Press the clutch pedal to the floor, then put the
gearshift lever in the neutral position.
3. Start the engine, then press the brake pedal and
release the parking brake.
4. Move the gearshift lever to the desired gear, then
slowly release the clutch pedal while slowly pressing
on the accelerator.
During each shift, the clutch pedal must be fully
depressed to the floor. Failure to fully depress the
clutch pedal to the floor may cause increased shift
efforts and prematurely wear components in the
transmission. Make sure the floor mat is properly
positioned so it doesn’t interfere with the full
extension of the clutch pedal.
Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch
pedal or use the clutch pedal to hold your vehicle at
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a standstill while waiting on a hill. These actions will
reduce the life of the clutch.
Recommended shift speeds
Do not downshift into 1 (First) when your
vehicle is moving faster than 24 km/h (15 mph).
This will damage the clutch.
Upshift according to the following chart:
Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best
fuel economy)
Shift from:
1 - 2 18 km/h (11 mph)
2 - 3 31 km/h (19 mph)
3 - 4 48 km/h (30 mph)
4 - 5 64 km/h (40 mph)
Reverse
1. Make sure that your vehicle is at a complete stop
before you shift into R (Reverse). Failure to do so
may damage the transmission.
2. Move the gearshift lever into the neutral position
and wait at least three seconds before shifting into R
(Reverse).
•The gearshift lever can only be moved into R
(Reverse) by moving it from left of 3 (Third) and
4 (Fourth) before shifting into R (Reverse). This
is a lockout feature that protects the transmission
from accidentally being shifted into R (Reverse)
from 5 (Overdrive).
Parking your vehicle
1. Apply the brake and shift into the neutral
position.
2. Fully apply the parking brake, then shift into 1
(First).
3. Turn the ignition off.
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Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may
move unexpectedly and injure someone. Use
1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully.
Removing the key
Turn the ignition off,
push the release lever
(located above the
ignition), then turn the
key toward you and
remove the key.
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
Do not drive quickly through standing water,
especially if the depth is unknown. Traction or brake
capability may be limited and if the ignition system
gets wet, your engine may stall. Water may also
enter your engine’s air intake and severely damage
your engine.
If driving through deep or standing water is
unavoidable, proceed very slowly. Never drive
through water that is higher than the bottom of the
hubs (for trucks) or the bottom of the wheel rims
(for cars).
Once through the water, always try the brakes. Wet
brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry
brakes. Drying can be improved by moving your
vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the
brake pedal.
Driving through deep water where the
transmission vent tube is submerged may allow
water into the transmission and cause internal
transmission damage. Have the fluid checked
and, if water is found, replace the fluid.
PUSH
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GCW (Gross Combined Weight)–is the weight
of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the
fully loaded trailer.
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)–is the
maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the
loaded trailer–including all cargo and passengers–
that the vehicle can handle without risking damage.
(Important: The towing vehicle’s braking system is
rated for operation at GVWR, not at GCWR. Separate
functional brakes should be used for safe control of
towed vehicles and for trailers weighing more than
680 kg [1,500 lbs]).The GCW must never exceed
the GCWR.
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight–is the highest
possible weight of a fully loaded trailer the vehicle
can tow. It assumes a vehicle with only mandatory
options, no cargo (internal or external), a tongue
load of 10–15% (conventional trailer) or king pin
weight of 15–25% (fifth wheel trailer), and driver
only (68 kg [150 lbs]).Consult your dealership
(or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided
by your dealership) for more detailed
information.
Tongue Load or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight–
refers to the amount of the weight that a trailer
pushes down on a trailer hitch.
Examples:For a 2268 kg (5000 lbs.) conventional
trailer, multiply 5000 by 0.10 and 0.15 to obtain a
proper tongue load range of 227 to 340 kg (500 to
750 lbs.). For an 5216 kg (11,500 lbs.) fifth wheel
trailer, multiply by 0.15 and 0.25 to obtain a proper
king pin load range of 782 to 1304 kg (1,725 to
2,875 lbs.)
Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR
specified on the certification label.
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Passenger compartment fuse panel
The fuse panel is located below and to the left of
the steering wheel by the brake pedal. Remove the
panel cover to access the fuses.
To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided
on the fuse panel cover.
The fuses are coded as follows:
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment
Fuse Panel Description
1 20A Cigar lighter
2 20A Engine controls
3—Not used
4 10A Right-hand low beam
headlamp
5 15A Instrument cluster, Traction
control switch
6 20A Starter motor relay
7 15A GEM, Interior lamps
8 20A Engine controls
9 30A Mach 460 subwoofers
10 10A Left-hand low beam
headlamp
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4212345
76891011
131214151617
191820212223
252426272829
313032333435
373638394041
43
44
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment
Fuse Panel Description
11 15A Back-up lamps
12 2A Heated PCV
13 15A Electronic flasher
14—Not used
15 15A Power lumbar
16—Not used
17 15A Speed control servo, Shift
lock actuator
18 15A Electronic flasher
19 15A Power mirror switch, GEM,
Anti-theft relay, Power door
locks, Door ajar switches
20 15A Convertible top switch
21 5A Instrument cluster and
engine control memory
22—Not used
23 15A A/C clutch, Defogger switch
24 30A Climate control blower
motor
25 25A Luggage compartment lid
release
26 30A Wiper/Washer motor, Wiper
relays
27 20A Radio
28 15A GEM, Overdrive cancel
switch
29 15A Anti-lock Brake System
(ABS) module
30 15A Daytime Running Lamps
(DRL) module
31 10A Data link connector
32 15A Radio, GEM
33 15A Stop lamp switch, Speed
control deactivation switch
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment
Fuse Panel Description
34 20A Instrument Cluster, CCRM,
Data link connector,
Securilock transceiver
module
35 15A Shift lock actuator,
Powertrain Control Module
(PCM), Speed control servo,
ABS module
36 15A Air bag control module
37 5A Adjustable illumination
38 20A High beams
39 5A GEM
40—Not used
41 15A Brake lamp
42—Not used
43 20A CB Power windows
44—Not used
Power distribution box
The power distribution box is located in the engine
compartment. The power distribution box contains
high-current fuses that protect your vehicle’s main
electrical systems from overloads.
Always disconnect the battery before
servicing high current fuses.
Always replace the cover to the power
distribution box before reconnecting the
battery or refilling fluid reservoirs
If the battery has been disconnected and
reconnected, refer to theBatterysection of the
Maintenance and specificationschapter.
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The high-current fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
Relay 1—Fog lamp interrupt
Relay 2—Interval wiper
Relay 3—Wiper HI/LO
Relay 4—Starter
Relay 5—Fog lamps
1 50A** (4.6L),
30A CB
(3.8L)Electric cooling fan motor
2 30A** Headlamps
3 40A** Starter motor relay, Ignition
switch
4 40A** Ignition switch
5 40A** Ignition switch
6 40A** Instrument cluster,
Powertrain Control Module
(PCM)
7—Not used
8 50A** Anti-lock Brake System
(ABS) module
9 20A** Auxiliary power point
10 30A** Parklamps
11 30A** Rear window defrost control
12 40A** Power locks
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
13 30A* MACH 1000 left amplifiers
14 20A* Fuel pump
15 30A* MACH 1000 right amplifiers
16 20A* Horn
17 20A* ABS
18 30A* Power seats
19 10A* Intercooler pump (Cobra
only)
20 20A* Alternator
21—Not used
22—Not used
23—Not used
24 20A* A/C pressure
25—Not used
26 30A** PCM
27 20A** Daytime Running Lamps
(DRL) module, Foglamp
relay
28 25A CB Convertible top circuit
breaker
29—Not used
* Mini Fuses ** Maxi Fuses
CHANGING A FLAT TIRE
If you get a flat tire while driving:
•do not brake heavily.
•gradually decrease the vehicle’s speed.
•hold the steering wheel firmly.
•slowly move to a safe place on the side of the
road.
The use of tire sealants may damage your
tires.
Temporary spare tire information
Your vehicle may have a temporary spare tire which
is labeled as such. It is smaller than a regular tire
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