When replacing the metal wheels for any reason, make sure the new wheels are equivalent to the original factory units in diameter, rim width and offset.
WARNING
A wheel that is not the correct size may adversely affect wheel and bearing life, braking and stopping abilities, handling characteristics, ground clearance, body-to-tire clearance, snow chain clearance, speedometer and odometer calibration, headlight aim and bumper height.
If the tire is worn evenly, a tread wear Indicator (A) will appear as a solid band across the tread. This shows there is less than 1.6 mm (1/16 in.
Tire traction Tire traction can be reduced if you drive on worn tires, tires that are improperly inflated or on slippery road surfaces. Tires should be replaced when tread wear indicators appear.
Repair procedures Removal 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Open the tailgate. 3. Loosen the high mounted stop lamp mounting nuts (A). 4. Disconnect the washer nozzle (A) and high mounted stop lamp connector (B). 5. Remove the high mounted stop lamp (C).
Components and components location Component Location 1. Driver power window switch 2. Assist power window switch 3 . Body Comtrol Module (BCM) 4 . Door lock knob 5 . Tailgate actuator 6. Door latch lock actuator 7 . Door lock/unlock switch 8 .