
years for vehicles covered under the terms of the Lifetime Powertrain Warranty.
Refer to the appropriate warranty information for additional terms and coverages
applicable to the Lifetime Powertrain Warranty.
1. Lift the vehicle on a suitable hoist.
2. Check all Powertrain components for leaks or physical damage. Note any
concerns.
3. Lower the vehicle and check the level and condition of the engine oil.
4. Connect a diagnostic scan tool and check for any active Powertrain
Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC).
NEW VEHICLE PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS
STANDARD PROCEDURE
STANDARD PROCEDURE - NEW VEHICLE PREPARATION
VEHICLE READINESS
UNDERHOOD
DESCRIPTION
ACTION
Keep All Protective Transit Film and
Wheel Covers & Films on vehicle until
sold, or up to 180 Days
Keep All Protective Transit Film and
Wheel Covers & Films on vehicle
until sold, or up to 180 Days.
Install Ignition Off Draw (IOD) Fuse
Locate and install/connect Ignition
Off Draw fuse or connector.
Inflate tire pressure to maximum side
wall pressure (except heavy duty
trucks)
Increase the tire pressure to
maximum sidewall pressure if
vehicle is going into lot storage.
Install all "Shipped Loose" items
Install all "Shipped Loose" items
Install Front License Plate Bracket (if
required)
Install Front License Plate Bracket
Install Roof Rack
Install Roof Rack
Install Antenna
Install Antenna
DESCRIPTION
ACTION
Verify the operation of the hood
release system including the inside
hood release lever and the outside
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