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The fuses protect electrical systems against
excessive current.
When a device does not work, you must check
the fuse element inside the blade fuse for a
break/melt. Also, please be aware that when using power
outlets for extended periods of time with the
engine off may result in vehicle battery
discharge.

Blade Fuses

Underhood Fuses
The Front Distribution Unit is located on the
right side of the engine compartment, next to
the battery. To access the fuses, remove
fasteners and remove the cover.
Front Distribution Unit

The ID number of the electrical component
corresponding to each fuse can be found on the
back of the cover.If the replaced fuse blows again, contact an
authorized dealer.
If a general protection fuse for safety
systems (air bag system, braking system),
power unit systems (engine system, trans -
mission system) or steering system blows,
contact an authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
If it is necessary to wash the engine
compartment, take care not to directly hit the
fuse box, and the windshield wiper motors
with water.
WARNING! (Continued)
1 — Fuse Element
2 — Blade Fuse with a good/functional fuse ele -
ment
3 — Blade fuse with a bad/not functional fuse el -
ement (blown fuse)
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CavityMaxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description
F0160 Amp Blue –Body Controller
F02 40 Amp Orange –Rear Power Windows, Fog Lamps, Front Heated Seats
(If Equipped)
F02 30 Amp Green –Rear Power Windows, Front Heated Seats (If Equipped)
F02 30 Amp Green –Fog Lamps, Front Heated Seats (If Equipped)
F02 20 Amp Yellow –Front Heated Seats (If Equipped)
F03 20 Amp Yellow –Ignition Switch
F04 40 Amp Orange –BSM System Module
F06 20 Amp Yellow –Radiator Fan - Low Speed
F07 50 Amp Red –Radiator Fan - High Speed
F08 40 Amp Orange –Blower Motor
F10 –15 Amp BlueHorn
F11 –10 Amp RedSecondary Loads ECM
F14 –15 Amp BlueHigh Beam
F15 –15 Amp BlueIP Power Outlet 12 Volt
F16 –5 Amp TanECM and Transmission Shifter
F17 –25 Amp ClearECM Power Loads
F18 –5 Amp TanECM Load, Main Relay
F19 –7.5 Amp Brown Air Conditioning

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F20 –30 Amp Green Rear Defroster (If Equipped)
F21 –5 Amp TanKey Unlock
F22 –10 Amp RedPrimary ECM Loads
F23 –20 Amp Yellow BSM System
F24 –5 Amp TanBSM System, Positive Key and Steering Angle Sensor
F30 –15 Amp Blue2nd Instrument Panel Power Outlet (Battery)
F83 20 Amp Yellow –Fuel Pump
F84 –15 Amp BlueAT Module
F85 –15 Amp BlueRear Power Outlet 12 Volts (ACC/ON/RUN)
F86 –15 Amp BlueIP Power Outlet 12 Volts (ACC/ON/RUN)
F87 –5 Amp TanIBS
F88 –7.5 Amp Brown External Mirror Defrost (If Equipped)
CavityMaxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description
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Interior Fuses
The interior fuse panel is part of the Body
Control Module (BCM) and is located on the
driver's side under the instrument panel.

Fuse Panel CoverFuse Panel Cavity Locations

CavityMini Fuse Description
F535 Amp Beige KL 30 (+30) - IPC, FTM
F38 20 Amp Yellow Central Doors Locking
F36 15 Amp Blue KL 30 (+30) - TPMS, EOBD, HVAC, Radio, USB, SGW
F43 15 Amp Blue Bi-Directional Washer Pump
F48 20 Amp Yellow Passenger Power Windows
F50 7.5 Amp Brown KL 15 (+15) - Air-Bag
F51 7.5 Amp Brown KL 15 (+15) - External Mirror Adjustment Command, HVAC, RVC, HWB Coils
F37 5 Amp Beige KL 15 (+15) - Brake Pedal Switch (N.O.), IPC, Brake Pedal Switch (N.C.)
F49 5 Amp Beige KL 15 (+15) - PAM, CSS Lighting, TTM, SGW, and Heaters Light, ECM Backlighting
F31 5 Amp Beige KL 15a (INT A) - HWB, MCO
F47 20 Amp Yellow Driver Power Windows

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Central Unit Fuse Panel
The central power fuse panel is located on the
driver’s side under the instrument panel.

Fuse Panel CoverFuse Panel

CavityMini Fuse Description
F110 Amp Red Front Heated Seat Passenger (If Equipped)
F2 10 Amp Red Front Heated Seat Driver (If Equipped)
F3 20 Amp Yellow Rear Power Window Driver side (If Equipped)
F4 20 Amp Yellow Rear Power Window Passenger side (If Equipped)
F5 15 Amp Blue Fog Lamps (If Equipped)
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JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack Location — If Equipped
The jack bag is placed on the front passenger
floor or in the rear cargo area depending on the
trim level.

Jack/Tools Location

Removing The Spare Tire — If Equipped

1. Remove the spare tire before attempting to jack up the vehicle. Attach the wrench
handle to the winch extension.

Jack Tools
WARNING!
Do not attempt to change a tire on the side
of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull
far enough off the road to avoid the danger
of being hit when operating the jack or
changing the wheel.
Being under a jacked-up vehicle is
dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the
jack and fall on you. You could be crushed.
Never put any part of your body under a
vehicle that 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.
Never start or run the engine while the
vehicle is on a jack.
The jack is designed to be used as a tool for
changing tires only. The jack should not be
used to lift the vehicle for service purposes.
The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level
surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas.
1 — Wrench Handle
2 — Winch Extension
3 — Emergency Screwdriver
4 — Bolt Install Wrench
5 — Wheel Chock
6 — Jack

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2. To access the winch mechanism open the
rear doors of the vehicle to expose the
winch mechanism access hole. Install the
winch extension into the winch mechanism.

Winch LocationJack Tools Winch Location

3. Rotate the wheel wrench handle counter -
clockwise until the spare tire is on the
ground with enough cable slack to allow you
to pull it out from under the vehicle.

Lowering The Spare Tire
NOTE:
The winch mechanism is designed for use with
the winch extension only. Use of an air wrench
or other power tools is not recommended and
can damage the winch.
4. Pull the spare tire out from under the
vehicle to gain access to the spare tire
retainer.

Spare Tire

1 — Wrench Handle
2 — Winch Extension
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5. Remove the wing nut prior to removing the
retainer from the wheel.

Wing Nut

6. Lift the spare tire with one hand to give clearance to tilt the retainer at the end of
the cable.

Lifting Spare Tire
7. Pull the retainer through the center of the
wheel.

Retainer

Preparations For Jacking

1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as
possible. Avoid icy or slippery areas.

2. Turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers.
3. Apply the parking brake. 4. Place the gear selector into PARK (P).
5. Turn the ignition to the STOP (OFF/LOCK)
position.
6. Chock both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the jacking position. For
example, if the right driver’s wheel is being
changed, block the passenger’s rear wheel.

Wheel Blocked

NOTE:
Passengers should not remain in the vehicle
when the vehicle is being lifted or raised.
WARNING!
Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of
the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far
enough off the road to avoid being hit when
operating the jack or changing the wheel.

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(Continued)
Jacking Instructions

Jack Warning Label Jacking Locations

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; a manual
transmission in REVERSE.
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.
The stowed spare tire should always be
checked for security by pushing on it with
your hand, at the location under the rear
fascia/bumper, behind the vehicle. The
spare tire should not move when fully
secured by the winch under the vehicle.
WARNING! (Continued)
CAUTION!
Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking
on locations other than those indicated in the
Jacking Instructions for this vehicle.
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1. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug
bolts with the wrench handle by turning
them to the left one turn while the wheel is
still on the ground.

2. There are two jack engagement locations on each side of the vehicle body.
NOTE:
Place the jack underneath the jack engagement
location that is closest to the flat tire.

Front Lifting Point Front Jacking Location
Rear Lifting Point Rear Jacking Location

WARNING!
Being under a jacked-up vehicle is
dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack
and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never
get any part of your body under a vehicle that
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.
CAUTION!
Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking
on locations other than those indicated in the
Jacking Instructions for this vehicle.

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