Add-On Electrical Equipment
Caution
Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle or cause components to not work and would not be covered by the warranty. Always check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment.
Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the vehicle is not operating.
The vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle and Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle.
Trailer Towing
Vehicle CareHill and Mountain Roads
Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat
or rolling terrain. Tips for driving in these conditions include:
Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape.
Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission.
Shift to a lower gear whe ...
Rear Window Defogger Description and Operation
Rear Window Defogger System Components
The rear window defogger system consist of the following components:
The HVAC control module
The body control module (BCM)
The rear defogger relay
The rear window grid
Driver outside rearview mirror
Passenger outside rearview mirro ...
Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Removal
Caution: Refer to Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Caution.
Remove the engine coolant thermostat housing retainer nut (4).
Remove the engine coolant thermostat housing retainer (1).
Remove the 4 engine coolant thermostat housing bolts (3).
Remo ...