WARNING
Filling a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle can cause fuel vapors that can ignite either by static electricity or other means. You or others could be badly burned and the vehicle could be damaged. Always: • Use approved fuel containers.
• Remove the container from the vehicle, trunk, or pickup bed before filling.
• Place the container on the ground.
• Place the nozzle inside the fill opening of the container before dispensing fuel, and keep it in contact with the fill opening until filling is complete.
• Fill the container no more than 95% full to allow for expansion.
• Do not smoke, light matches, or use lighters while pumping fuel.
• Avoid using cell phones or other electronic devices.
Filling the Tank
TowingRecommended Fuel
Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher. If
the octane rating is less than 87, an audible knocking noise, commonly referred
to as spark knock, might be heard when driving.
If this occurs, use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible.
If hea ...
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
This emergency operating mode allows the vehicle to be driven to a safe place
in an emergency situation. If an overheated engine condition exists, an overheat
protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine
damage. In this mode, a significant loss in power and ...
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning in the
Preface section.
Warning: Refer to Collision Sectioning Warning in the Preface section.
Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning in the Preface section.
Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Dis ...