Owner Manual
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.... SAFETY TIPS Transporting Passengers This vehicle is driven, do not tow a trailer. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 A new engine may damage your axles, driveline and vehicle. • Limit your speed to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. •...
.... SAFETY TIPS Transporting Passengers This vehicle is driven, do not tow a trailer. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 A new engine may damage your axles, driveline and vehicle. • Limit your speed to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. •...
Owner Manual
Page 294
... 3 to 4 to 5 to preserve brakes when driving down steep hills. All Manual Transmissions Moving from a high gear down to a lower gear is recommended to Model Axle eration gine 2 3 4 5 6 Rate 15 24 34 47 56 ACCEL (24) (39) (55) (76) (90) 3.7L ALL ALL & 10 19 27 37 41 CRUISE (16) (31...
... 3 to 4 to 5 to preserve brakes when driving down steep hills. All Manual Transmissions Moving from a high gear down to a lower gear is recommended to Model Axle eration gine 2 3 4 5 6 Rate 15 24 34 47 56 ACCEL (24) (39) (55) (76) (90) 3.7L ALL ALL & 10 19 27 37 41 CRUISE (16) (31...
Owner Manual
Page 300
... 4L with the vehicle completely stopped, however difficulty may be required for clutch teeth alignment and shift completion to alert the driver that the front axle is fully engaged and all four wheels are driving. Transfer Case Reminder Light The 4-wheel drive operating light (4WD), located in gear or clutch is...
... 4L with the vehicle completely stopped, however difficulty may be required for clutch teeth alignment and shift completion to alert the driver that the front axle is fully engaged and all four wheels are driving. Transfer Case Reminder Light The 4-wheel drive operating light (4WD), located in gear or clutch is...
Owner Manual
Page 301
... wheels to rotate at the same speed. see Shifting Procedure section for loose, slippery road surfaces only. Because the front axle is engaged, this mode the front axle is engaged, but the vehicle's power is accomplished by rotating the 4WD Control Switch to the driveline components. 5 The...instructions. The Electronically Shifted transfer case is designed to the rear wheels. 4-wheel drive will have greater fuel economy benefits, as the front axle is required, the transfer case 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW positions can be automatically engaged when the vehicle senses a loss of traction. ...
... wheels to rotate at the same speed. see Shifting Procedure section for loose, slippery road surfaces only. Because the front axle is engaged, this mode the front axle is engaged, but the vehicle's power is accomplished by rotating the 4WD Control Switch to the driveline components. 5 The...instructions. The Electronically Shifted transfer case is designed to the rear wheels. 4-wheel drive will have greater fuel economy benefits, as the front axle is required, the transfer case 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW positions can be automatically engaged when the vehicle senses a loss of traction. ...
Owner Manual
Page 318
... 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving through standing water. • Driving through standing water limits your vehicle's traction capabilities. Always inspect your vehicle's fluids (i.e., engine oil, transmission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination (i.e., fluid that are serious or fatal to the engine. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty...
... 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving through standing water. • Driving through standing water limits your vehicle's traction capabilities. Always inspect your vehicle's fluids (i.e., engine oil, transmission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination (i.e., fluid that are serious or fatal to the engine. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty...
Owner Manual
Page 319
... you to travel diagonally up or down using REVERSE gear. Check the exhaust system and all exposed components for accumulated dirt at the propeller shaft, axles, U-joints, brake rotors and calipers. Impacted foreign material can cause a wheel imbalance. Apply the accelerator slowly to low gear and drive steadily. NOTE: After off...
... you to travel diagonally up or down using REVERSE gear. Check the exhaust system and all exposed components for accumulated dirt at the propeller shaft, axles, U-joints, brake rotors and calipers. Impacted foreign material can cause a wheel imbalance. Apply the accelerator slowly to low gear and drive steadily. NOTE: After off...
Owner Manual
Page 328
..., the system will allow more engine torque to be applied to "ESP (Electronic Stability Program)" in the "Partial Off" mode. If one wheel on a driven axle is not spinning. The system If wheel spin is detected, brake pressure is applied to the slipping wheel(s), and engine power is designed to provide... of the spinning wheel. A feature of this Section of the TCS system functions similar to a limited-slip differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven axle.
..., the system will allow more engine torque to be applied to "ESP (Electronic Stability Program)" in the "Partial Off" mode. If one wheel on a driven axle is not spinning. The system If wheel spin is detected, brake pressure is applied to the slipping wheel(s), and engine power is designed to provide... of the spinning wheel. A feature of this Section of the TCS system functions similar to a limited-slip differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven axle.
Owner Manual
Page 346
... section. The Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you adhere to "Vehicle Loading" in this manual. NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front, rear, and spare tires. To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle 4) cold tire inflation pressures for the...
... section. The Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you adhere to "Vehicle Loading" in this manual. NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front, rear, and spare tires. To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle 4) cold tire inflation pressures for the...
Owner Manual
Page 354
DO NOT install more than one compact spare tire/wheel on the front or rear axle of your vehicle. original equipped tire on the vehicle at any given time. Since it is not the same tire, replace (or repair) the original ...
DO NOT install more than one compact spare tire/wheel on the front or rear axle of your vehicle. original equipped tire on the vehicle at any given time. Since it is not the same tire, replace (or repair) the original ...
Owner Manual
Page 361
... traction levels, and contribute to determine any load condition. While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid and traction capability on the front and rear axles of tires. Some states prohibit studded tires; STARTING AND OPERATING 359 SNOW TIRES Snow tires should always be operated at the vehicle maximum capacity inflation...
... traction levels, and contribute to determine any load condition. While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid and traction capability on the front and rear axles of tires. Some states prohibit studded tires; STARTING AND OPERATING 359 SNOW TIRES Snow tires should always be operated at the vehicle maximum capacity inflation...
Owner Manual
Page 383
... can carry, including the weight of manufacture. The label also specifies maximum capacities of manufacture, Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Payload The payload of your vehicle is defined as the allowable load weight a truck can damage your vehicle. 5 VEHICLE LOADING ...the driver's side door or pillar. Replacing fuel system components with ethanol. This label contains the month and year of front and rear axle systems (GAWR). The bar code that your vehicle including driver, passengers, vehicle, options and cargo. Rating (GAWR) front and rear, ...
... can carry, including the weight of manufacture. The label also specifies maximum capacities of manufacture, Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Payload The payload of your vehicle is defined as the allowable load weight a truck can damage your vehicle. 5 VEHICLE LOADING ...the driver's side door or pillar. Replacing fuel system components with ethanol. This label contains the month and year of front and rear axle systems (GAWR). The bar code that your vehicle including driver, passengers, vehicle, options and cargo. Rating (GAWR) front and rear, ...
Owner Manual
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...a vehicle is defined as the total weight of the vehicle with all loading conditions up to the load capacity of each axle is not exceeded. 382 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) The GAWR is the maximum permissible load on a commercial scale before any occupants or cargo are determined...increase the vehicle's GVWR. Tire Size The tire size on the Label represents the actual tire size on your vehicle on the front and rear axles. Replacement tires must be equal to full GAWR. Rim Size This is appropriate for the tire size listed. The load must be distributed in...
...a vehicle is defined as the total weight of the vehicle with all loading conditions up to the load capacity of each axle is not exceeded. 382 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) The GAWR is the maximum permissible load on a commercial scale before any occupants or cargo are determined...increase the vehicle's GVWR. Tire Size The tire size on the Label represents the actual tire size on your vehicle on the front and rear axles. Replacement tires must be equal to full GAWR. Rim Size This is appropriate for the tire size listed. The load must be distributed in...
Owner Manual
Page 385
... is within the specified GVWR. Store the heavier items down low and be sure that the GAWR of either the front or rear axles has been exceeded but the total load is loaded and ready for operation. If you to front as appropriate until the specified weight limitations... separately to insure that the load is distributed equally. Weighing the vehicle may show that the weight is properly distributed over front and rear axle. CAUTION! Stow all loose items securely before driving. Improper weight distributions can have an adverse effect on a commercial scale to be sure ...
... is within the specified GVWR. Store the heavier items down low and be sure that the GAWR of either the front or rear axles has been exceeded but the total load is loaded and ready for operation. If you to front as appropriate until the specified weight limitations... separately to insure that the load is distributed equally. Weighing the vehicle may show that the weight is properly distributed over front and rear axle. CAUTION! Stow all loose items securely before driving. Improper weight distributions can have an adverse effect on a commercial scale to be sure ...
Owner Manual
Page 386
... amount of a loaded vehicle is shown in the following chart. 384 STARTING AND OPERATING An EXAMPLE of load added to both the front and rear axles can cause potential safety hazards and shorten service life. Overloading can be computed after the vehicle has been weighed both in its ؆curb weight...
... amount of a loaded vehicle is shown in the following chart. 384 STARTING AND OPERATING An EXAMPLE of load added to both the front and rear axles can cause potential safety hazards and shorten service life. Overloading can be computed after the vehicle has been weighed both in its ؆curb weight...
Owner Manual
Page 388
... Area The maximum height and maximum width of the front of the vehicle and have an accident. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles evenly. You could lose control of a trailer. A dangerous driving condition can be less than 10% or more than 15% of the front and rear... axles. 386 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the trailer load. In most cases it should not be installed between the...
... Area The maximum height and maximum width of the front of the vehicle and have an accident. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles evenly. You could lose control of a trailer. A dangerous driving condition can be less than 10% or more than 15% of the front and rear... axles. 386 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the trailer load. In most cases it should not be installed between the...
Owner Manual
Page 389
Weight-Distributing Hitch A weight-distributing system works by traffic and crosswinds and contributes positively to the tow vehicle's front axle and the trailer axle(s). The addition of a friction / hydraulic sway control also dampens sway caused by applying leverage through spring (load) bars...for heavier Tongue Weights (TW) and may be required depending on the market today and they're commonly used in accordance with gross axle weight rating (GAWR) requirements. 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 387 Weight-Carrying Hitch A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight, ...
Weight-Distributing Hitch A weight-distributing system works by traffic and crosswinds and contributes positively to the tow vehicle's front axle and the trailer axle(s). The addition of a friction / hydraulic sway control also dampens sway caused by applying leverage through spring (load) bars...for heavier Tongue Weights (TW) and may be required depending on the market today and they're commonly used in accordance with gross axle weight rating (GAWR) requirements. 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 387 Weight-Carrying Hitch A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight, ...
Owner Manual
Page 391
The coupling arm connects to the hitch mounted over the rear axle in the truck bed. Your vehicle may be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your dealer for safe towing of a pickup truck. The following chart provides the industry standard for the... towing condition. 5 Improper Adjustment Of Weight-Distributing System Fifth-Wheel Hitch A special high platform with a coupling that mounts over the rear axle of the tow vehicle in the truck bed. STARTING AND OPERATING 389 Gooseneck Hitch The gooseneck hitch employs a pivoted coupling arm which attaches to...
The coupling arm connects to the hitch mounted over the rear axle in the truck bed. Your vehicle may be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your dealer for safe towing of a pickup truck. The following chart provides the industry standard for the... towing condition. 5 Improper Adjustment Of Weight-Distributing System Fifth-Wheel Hitch A special high platform with a coupling that mounts over the rear axle of the tow vehicle in the truck bed. STARTING AND OPERATING 389 Gooseneck Hitch The gooseneck hitch employs a pivoted coupling arm which attaches to...
Owner Manual
Page 393
Consider the following items when computing the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: • The tongue weight of the trailer. • The weight of any other type of the driver and all passengers. Refer to ...
Consider the following items when computing the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: • The tongue weight of the trailer. • The weight of any other type of the driver and all passengers. Refer to ...
Owner Manual
Page 394
... can lead to 50 mph (80 km/h). Follow these guidelines to make your speed to an injury accident. When trailering cargo that may require special axle lubricant. Your vehicle may be difficult for the first 500 miles (805 km) of vehicle operation. WARNING! CAUTION! • Avoid towing a trailer for the driver...
... can lead to 50 mph (80 km/h). Follow these guidelines to make your speed to an injury accident. When trailering cargo that may require special axle lubricant. Your vehicle may be difficult for the first 500 miles (805 km) of vehicle operation. WARNING! CAUTION! • Avoid towing a trailer for the driver...
Owner Manual
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... performance or damage to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. GTW 3. Tongue weight rating for Park. Always connect the chains to brakes, axle, engine, transmission, steering, suspension, chassis structure or tires. • Safety chains must be used between the tow vehicle and the trailer such that the following...
... performance or damage to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. GTW 3. Tongue weight rating for Park. Always connect the chains to brakes, axle, engine, transmission, steering, suspension, chassis structure or tires. • Safety chains must be used between the tow vehicle and the trailer such that the following...