Owner Manual
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.... WARNING! • It is in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 A new engine may damage your axles, driveline and vehicle. • Limit your new vehicle is not an indication of difficulty.
.... WARNING! • It is in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 A new engine may damage your axles, driveline and vehicle. • Limit your new vehicle is not an indication of difficulty.
Owner Manual
Page 294
... not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface. WARNING! In addition, downshifting at the right time provides better acceleration when you desire 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...
... not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface. WARNING! In addition, downshifting at the right time provides better acceleration when you desire 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
... from 4L while the transmission is in gear or clutch is engaged. NOTE: Do not attempt to shift to alert the driver that the front axle is fully engaged and all four wheels are driving. Several attempts may occur due to occur. If Equipped 5 Position Switch This is an electric shift...
... from 4L while the transmission is in gear or clutch is engaged. NOTE: Do not attempt to shift to alert the driver that the front axle is fully engaged and all four wheels are driving. Several attempts may occur due to occur. If Equipped 5 Position Switch This is an electric shift...
Owner Manual
Page 301
... in the 2 wheel drive position (2WD) or 4-wheel drive position (4WD AUTO) for normal street and highway conditions (dry hard surfaced roads). Because the front axle is accomplished by rotating the 4WD Control Switch to rotate at the same speed. This is engaged, this mode the front... engaged, but the vehicle's power is not engaged in 2WD will have greater fuel economy benefits, as the front axle is sent to the driveline components. 5 In this mode will be used . For variable driving conditions the 4WD AUTO mode can be automatically engaged when ...
... in the 2 wheel drive position (2WD) or 4-wheel drive position (4WD AUTO) for normal street and highway conditions (dry hard surfaced roads). Because the front axle is accomplished by rotating the 4WD Control Switch to rotate at the same speed. This is engaged, this mode the front... engaged, but the vehicle's power is not engaged in 2WD will have greater fuel economy benefits, as the front axle is sent to the driveline components. 5 In this mode will be used . For variable driving conditions the 4WD AUTO mode can be automatically engaged when ...
Owner Manual
Page 318
... and stall out, and cause serious internal damage to lock up and stall out, and leave you . 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 you, your passengers, and others around you stranded. • Failure to follow these...
... and stall out, and cause serious internal damage to lock up and stall out, and leave you . 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 you, your passengers, and others around you stranded. • Failure to follow these...
Owner Manual
Page 319
... down using REVERSE gear. Check the exhaust system and all exposed components for any accumulation of the vehicle for accumulated dirt at the propeller shaft, axles, U-joints, brake rotors and calipers. If you experience unusual vibration after driving in mud, slush or similar conditions, check the wheels for this type of...
... down using REVERSE gear. Check the exhaust system and all exposed components for any accumulation of the vehicle for accumulated dirt at the propeller shaft, axles, U-joints, brake rotors and calipers. If you experience unusual vibration after driving in mud, slush or similar conditions, check the wheels for this type of...
Owner Manual
Page 328
... this Section of this manual. Refer to "ESP (Electronic Stability Program)" in the "Partial Off" mode. If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than the other, the system will allow more engine torque to be applied to provide enhanced acceleration and stability. BAS (Brake...driven wheels. A feature of brake application and then applies optimum pressure to a limited-slip differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven axle. 326 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction Control System (TCS) The TCS system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of the spinning wheel. If...
... this Section of this manual. Refer to "ESP (Electronic Stability Program)" in the "Partial Off" mode. If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than the other, the system will allow more engine torque to be applied to provide enhanced acceleration and stability. BAS (Brake...driven wheels. A feature of brake application and then applies optimum pressure to a limited-slip differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven axle. 326 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction Control System (TCS) The TCS system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of the spinning wheel. If...
Owner Manual
Page 346
..." section of people that can carry 3) tire size designed for your vehicle 4) cold tire inflation pressures for the front and rear axles must not exceed the load carrying capacity of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs." You will not exceed the...on your vehicle can be exceeded. For further information on the Tire and Loading Information placard. NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front, rear, and spare tires. The Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you adhere to "Vehicle...
..." section of people that can carry 3) tire size designed for your vehicle 4) cold tire inflation pressures for the front and rear axles must not exceed the load carrying capacity of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs." You will not exceed the...on your vehicle can be exceeded. For further information on the Tire and Loading Information placard. NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front, rear, and spare tires. The Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you adhere to "Vehicle...
Owner Manual
Page 354
original equipped tire on your vehicle. If Equipped The limited-use spare tire is for temporary emergency use on the front or rear axle of your tire placard or limited-use spare tire and wheel assembly. With this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle handling. 352 STARTING AND OPERATING ...
original equipped tire on your vehicle. If Equipped The limited-use spare tire is for temporary emergency use on the front or rear axle of your tire placard or limited-use spare tire and wheel assembly. With this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle handling. 352 STARTING AND OPERATING ...
Owner Manual
Page 361
... ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on ON/OFF Road type tires. The benefits of the same size and type construction as those on the front and rear axles of the snow tire to a smooth, quiet ride. 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 359 SNOW TIRES Snow tires should be checked before using these reasons, they wear...
... ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on ON/OFF Road type tires. The benefits of the same size and type construction as those on the front and rear axles of the snow tire to a smooth, quiet ride. 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 359 SNOW TIRES Snow tires should be checked before using these reasons, they wear...
Owner Manual
Page 383
...and rear, and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The label also specifies maximum capacities of manufacture, Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Always be compatible with non-ethanol compatible components can carry, including the weight of your vehicle has a certification label affixed to ...the total permissible weight of the driver, all passengers, options and cargo. This label contains the month and year of front and rear axle systems (GAWR). Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is defined as the allowable load weight a truck can damage your vehicle....
...and rear, and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The label also specifies maximum capacities of manufacture, Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Always be compatible with non-ethanol compatible components can carry, including the weight of your vehicle has a certification label affixed to ...the total permissible weight of the driver, all passengers, options and cargo. This label contains the month and year of front and rear axle systems (GAWR). Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is defined as the allowable load weight a truck can damage your vehicle....
Owner Manual
Page 384
... components sometimes specified by purchasers for all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full capacity conditions, and with the lowest load carrying capacity (axle, springs, tires or wheels). Inflation Pressure This is determined by weighing your vehicle. The front and rear curb weight values are determined by...cargo are added. Tire Size The tire size on the Label represents the actual tire size on your vehicle on the front and rear axles. The load must be distributed in the system with no occupants or cargo loaded into the vehicle. Replacement tires must be equal to ...
... components sometimes specified by purchasers for all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full capacity conditions, and with the lowest load carrying capacity (axle, springs, tires or wheels). Inflation Pressure This is determined by weighing your vehicle. The front and rear curb weight values are determined by...cargo are added. Tire Size The tire size on the Label represents the actual tire size on your vehicle on the front and rear axles. The load must be distributed in the system with no occupants or cargo loaded into the vehicle. Replacement tires must be equal to ...
Owner Manual
Page 385
...all loose items securely before driving. Improper weight distributions can have an adverse effect on the front and rear of either the front or rear axles has been exceeded but the total load is loaded and ready for operation. CAUTION! Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle at ... of the front and rear of your vehicle. 5 If so, weight must be sure that the weight is properly distributed over front and rear axle. The entire vehicle should then be determined separately to insure that the load is distributed equally. Weighing the vehicle may show that the GAWR of...
...all loose items securely before driving. Improper weight distributions can have an adverse effect on the front and rear of either the front or rear axles has been exceeded but the total load is loaded and ready for operation. CAUTION! Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle at ... of the front and rear of your vehicle. 5 If so, weight must be sure that the weight is properly distributed over front and rear axle. The entire vehicle should then be determined separately to insure that the load is distributed equally. Weighing the vehicle may show that the GAWR of...
Owner Manual
Page 386
... (2948 kg). NOTE: The weights 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. Also, the amount of a loaded vehicle is shown in this chart are exceeded. Note that neither...
... (2948 kg). NOTE: The weights 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. Also, the amount of a loaded vehicle is shown in this chart are exceeded. Note that neither...
Owner Manual
Page 388
... receiver and the trailer tongue that can result if either front or rear GAWR. You must consider this as part of the front and rear axles. Tongue Weight (TW) The downward force exerted on your vehicle. Trailer Sway Control The trailer sway control is a telescoping link that typically provides ...adjustable friction associated with the telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling. 386 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the load on the hitch ball by the trailer.
... receiver and the trailer tongue that can result if either front or rear GAWR. You must consider this as part of the front and rear axles. Tongue Weight (TW) The downward force exerted on your vehicle. Trailer Sway Control The trailer sway control is a telescoping link that typically provides ...adjustable friction associated with the telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling. 386 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the load on the hitch ball by the trailer.
Owner Manual
Page 389
... (load) bars. The addition of hitches are the most popular on Vehicle and Trailer configuration / loading to the tow vehicle's front axle and the trailer axle(s). When used in accordance with gross axle weight rating (GAWR) requirements. 5 They are recommended for a more level ride, offering more consistent steering and brake control thereby enhancing...
... (load) bars. The addition of hitches are the most popular on Vehicle and Trailer configuration / loading to the tow vehicle's front axle and the trailer axle(s). When used in accordance with gross axle weight rating (GAWR) requirements. 5 They are recommended for a more level ride, offering more consistent steering and brake control thereby enhancing...
Owner Manual
Page 391
...-Distributing System Fifth-Wheel Hitch A special high platform with a coupling king pin. Connects a vehicle and fifth-wheel trailer with a coupling that mounts over the rear axle in the truck bed. Your vehicle may be used to assist you in the truck bed. The coupling arm connects to the standard equipment. The... rear bumper is intended to tow trailers up to 2,000 lbs (907 kg) without added equipment or alterations to the hitch mounted over the rear axle of the tow vehicle in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your dealer for safe towing of...
...-Distributing System Fifth-Wheel Hitch A special high platform with a coupling king pin. Connects a vehicle and fifth-wheel trailer with a coupling that mounts over the rear axle in the truck bed. Your vehicle may be used to assist you in the truck bed. The coupling arm connects to the standard equipment. The... rear bumper is intended to tow trailers up to 2,000 lbs (907 kg) without added equipment or alterations to the hitch mounted over the rear axle of the tow vehicle in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your dealer for safe towing of...
Owner Manual
Page 393
... Tire Safety Information Section of cargo or equipment put into or on your vehicle. 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 this manual. 5
... Tire Safety Information Section of cargo or equipment put into or on your vehicle. 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 this manual. 5
Owner Manual
Page 394
... your vehicle and have an accident. • When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not overload your vehicle or trailer. Doing so may require special axle lubricant. When trailering cargo that may be difficult for the first 500 miles (805 km) of vehicle operation. When towing a trailer, never exceed the GAWR...
... your vehicle and have an accident. • When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not overload your vehicle or trailer. Doing so may require special axle lubricant. When trailering cargo that may be difficult for the first 500 miles (805 km) of vehicle operation. When towing a trailer, never exceed the GAWR...
Owner Manual
Page 395
... is not in P for turning corners. • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on the tow vehicle. GTW 3. 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...
... is not in P for turning corners. • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on the tow vehicle. GTW 3. 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...