(wheel skins), insert the flat end of the lug wrench
between the outer edge of the wheel cover and the
wheel. Pry against the wheel to remove the wheel cover.
Repeat this procedure around the wheel until the cover
pops off.
CAUTION!
•
Use a pulling motion to remove the hub cap. Do
not use a twisting motion when removing the hub
cap, damage to the hub cap; finish may occur.
•
The rear hub caps on the dual rear wheel has two
pull off notches. Make sure that the hook of the
jack handle driver is located squarely in the cap
notch before attempting to pull off.
Replace the wheel covers using a rubber mallet to ease
the installation. Align the wheel cover vent holes to the
wheel vent holes. Tap on the wheel cover as needed to
firmly seat it evenly around the wheel.
JUMP STARTING
If your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can be jump
started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in
another vehicle, or by using a portable battery booster
pack. Jump starting can be dangerous if done improp-
erly, so please follow the procedures in this section
carefully.
WARNING!
Do not attempt jump starting if the battery is frozen. It
could rupture or explode and cause personal injury.
CAUTION!
Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any
other booster source with a system voltage greater
than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor,
alternator or electrical system may occur.
NOTE:
When using a portable battery booster pack, follow the
manufacturer's operating instructions and precautions.
PREPARATIONS FOR JUMP START
The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the
engine compartment, behind the driver side headlight
assembly.
NOTE:
•
If you have a diesel engine, you may have two bat-
teries, however jump start off the driver side battery.
•
The positive battery post may be covered with a pro-
tective cap if equipped. Lift up on the cap to gain
access to the positive battery post. Do not jump off
fuses. Only jump directly off positive post which has
a positive
(+)
symbol on or around the post.
1. Apply the parking brake, shift the automatic trans-
mission into PARK and turn the ignition OFF.
2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all electrical
accessories.
3. If using another vehicle to jump start the battery,
park the vehicle within the jumper cables’ reach,
apply the parking brake and make sure the ignition
is OFF.
Lug Wrench Insertion Location — Wheel Cover
Positive (+) Battery Post
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
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