Battery
Refer to the replacement number shown on the original battery label when a new battery is needed.
See Engine Compartment Overview for battery location.
WARNING
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Vehicle Storage
WARNING
Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode.
You can be badly hurt if you are not careful. See Jump Starting for tips on
working around a battery without getting hurt.
Infrequent Usage: Remove the black, negative (−) cable from the battery to keep the battery from running down.
Extended Storage: Remove the black, negative (−) cable from the battery or use a battery trickle charger.
See also:
Safety Belt Messages
BUCKLE SEATBELT
This message displays as a reminder when the safety belt is not buckled. ...
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the vehicle when stuck in
sand, mud, ice, or snow.
If stuck too severely for the traction system to free the vehicle, turn the
traction system off an ...
Reading Lamps
The reading lamps are located on
the overhead console. These lamps
come on automatically when any
door is opened.
For manual operation, press the
button next to each lamp to turn it
on or o ...