This section explains why it is important to keep your vehicle well maintained and how to follow basic maintenance safety precautions.
This section also includes instructions on how to read the maintenance minder messages on the information display, and instructions for simple maintenance tasks you may want to take care of yourself.
If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks on your vehicle, you may want to purchase the service manual.
Tire and Loading Information Label
The label attached to the driver’s doorjamb provides necessary tire and
loading
information.
The tire and loading information label attached to the
driver’s doorjamb contains:
1 The number ...
Connecting Rod and Crankshaft End Play Inspection
Remove the oil pump.
Measure the connecting rod end play with a feeler gauge (A) between the
connecting rod (B) and the crankshaft (C).
Connecting Rod End Play
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Precautions for Opening/Closing the Tailgate
Always make sure individuals and objects are clear of the tailgate before
opening or
closing it.
■ Opening the tailgate
• Open the tailgate all the way.
►If it is not fully opened, ...