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Section 5

Problems on the Road

Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road.

Hazard Warning Flashers

Other Warning Devices

Jump Starting

Towing Your Vehicle

Engine Overheating

Cooling System

Engine Fan Noise

If a Tire Goes Flat

Changing a Flat Tire

If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow

Summary of Contents for 2002 Escalade

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Page 4: ...nterior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Convenience Net Accessory Power Outlets OnStar System If Equipped Sunroof If Equipped HomeLink Transmitter Instrument Panel Warning Lights and Gages Secondary Information Center SIC Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA Seats and Seat Controls Safety Belts Air Bag Systems Restraint Systems for Children Section 1 Section 2 Seats and Restraint Systems Feature...

Page 5: ...g Tips for Various Road Conditions Off Road Driving Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer Heating and Air Conditioning Radio Cassette Player CD Changer Radio Theft Deterrent Feature Steering Wheel Controls Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Changing a Flat Tire If You re Stuck Problems on the Road Your Driving and the Road iii ...

Page 6: ...ires and Wheels Appearance Care Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers Capacities and Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Table of Contents cont d Maintenance Schedule Service and Appearance Care Section 6 Scheduled Maintenance Owner Checks and Services Periodic Maintenance Inspections Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records iv Section 7 ...

Page 7: ... it to quickly find something you want to read Section 8 Customer Satisfaction Procedures Customer Assistance Offices Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation Warranty Information See Warranty Manual Reporting Safety Defects on page 8 10 Service Publications Index Section 9 Please refer to the last page of this manual for your Service Station Guide v ...

Page 8: ...eral Motors of Canada Limited for Cadillac Motor Car Division whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it We support voluntary technician certification For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propriétai...

Page 9: ...nd a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others c...

Page 10: ...ds You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle may be equipped with components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols used on your vehicle are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gage or indicator If you need help figuring out a speci...

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Page 12: ... Viscosity Engine Oil See Section 6 Service Station Guide Cooling System See Section 5 Spare Tire Pressure See Section 6 Fuel Use unleaded only See Section 6 for octane ratings Engine Oil Dipstick See Section 6 Hood Release See Section 6 Windshield Washer Fluid See Section 6 Battery See Section 6 ...

Page 13: ...y People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 22 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 22 Driver Position 1 28 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 29 Right Front Passenger Position 1 29 Supplemental Restraint System SRS 1 38 Rear Seat Passengers 1 40 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 1 43 Center Passenger Position 1 44 Children 1 48 Restraint Systems for Children 1 64 ...

Page 14: ...icle Raise or lower the rear of the seat cushion by raising or lowering the rear edge of the control Moving the whole control up or down raises or lowers the entire seat cushion Reclining Front Seatbacks Your vehicle s front seatbacks have a recline feature Vertical Control You can use the vertical control to adjust the angle of the seatback Move the reclining front seatback forward or rearward by...

Page 15: ...e this The shoulder belt can t do its job In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the sea...

Page 16: ...t To increase support press and hold the top of the control To decrease support press and hold the bottom of the control Let go of the control when the lower seatback reaches the desired level of support Memory Seat and Memory Mirrors The memory function controls are located on the driver s door trim panel For this function to work it must be enabled configured in the secondary information center ...

Page 17: ...he memory seat and mirror positions can also be programmed to work with the keyless entry system See Secondary Information Center in the Index for more information Memory Seat Exit For this function to work it must be enabled in the secondary information center See Secondary Information Center in the Index for more information By moving the seats to a stored exit position the memory seat exit feat...

Page 18: ...nds that you want to match with the specific memory number button 1 or 2 you pressed in Step 1 That transmitter will now be matched with the memory number button 1 or 2 and the memory settings that are set for that number Heated Front Seats The button for the driver s side heated seat is located on the driver s side door panel The button for the passenger s side heated seat is located on the passe...

Page 19: ...e head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash To adjust the tilt for either of the front head restraints pull it toward you until you hear a click There are four positions available initial position first click second click and third click Each position will click into place After the thi...

Page 20: ... rear seatbacks are equipped with rearward folding head restraints When the seatback is being folded down the head restraint will automatically fold rearward to allow a flat load floor for cargo or entry to the third row seating To fold the rear seat do the following 1 Insert the two safety belt buckles into the pocket in the seatback before folding the rear seat on the driver s side That way the ...

Page 21: ... Upright Position To return the seat to the upright position do the following 1 Lift the seatback up and push it rearward all the way 2 Lower the seat cushion until it latches into position 3 Pull forward on the seatback and up on the seat cushion to make sure the seat is securely in place 4 Return the headrest to the upright position by pulling the top of the headrest upwards until you hear a cli...

Page 22: ...ter console See Rear Seat Audio in the Index for more information Entry Exit to from the Third Row Seat To enter or exit the third row seat you must fold the second row seat down following the instructions given previously If you are exiting the third row seat with no assistance do the following 1 Reach over the second row seat and pull up on the strap loop and then pull the seat cushion up and pu...

Page 23: ...forward Returning the Seat s to an Upright Position To return the seatback to an upright position do the following 1 Pull up on the release lever labeled 1 and then pull up on the seatback or the assist strap located on the outboard side of the seat until the seatback locks into the upright position 2 Push forward on the seatback to make sure it is locked into position ...

Page 24: ...ar of the seat 3 Lift the rear of the seat up off of the floor and push it forward until it locks into place You will not be able to unlatch the seat from the floor unless the seatback is folded down The seat will now remain locked in the upright position 1 Pull the lever labeled 3 toward you 2 While still holding lever 3 toward you grasp the top of the seat and pull it toward you slightly ...

Page 25: ...on the seatback or the assist strap located on the outboard side of the seat until the seatback locks into the upright position Removing the Third Row Seats Your vehicle s third row seats can be taken out for more cargo space To remove a rear split bench seat do the following 1 Open the liftgate 2 Pull up on the release lever labeled 1 located on the rear of the seatback and push the seatback forw...

Page 26: ... floor pull up on the release lever labeled 2 at the rear of the seat and lift the rear of the seat up off of the floor 4 Squeeze the release handle while pulling the seat out 5 While holding the rear of the seat up roll the seat out of the vehicle ...

Page 27: ...e the front wheels into the slots on the floor The front latches should lock into place If latches do not lock try tilting the rear of the seat upwards 2 Once the latches are engaged let the seat drop into place Release the lever labeled 1 and pull the seatback up using the assist strap on the outboard side of the seat to return it to its upright position 3 Push and pull on the seat to make sure i...

Page 28: ...feature after you restart your vehicle you will need to press the heated seat button again Safety Belts They re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains the Supplemental Restraint System SRS or air bag system CAUTION Don t let anyone ride where he or she can t wear a safety belt...

Page 29: ...uckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a crash you don t know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them ...

Page 30: ...1 18 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take thesimplest vehicle Suppose it sjust a seat on wheels Put someone on it ...

Page 31: ...1 19 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield ...

Page 32: ...ent panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts make such good sense ...

Page 33: ...hey work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I m a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts...

Page 34: ...tion Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull ...

Page 35: ...ash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop o...

Page 36: ...t is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body ...

Page 37: ...You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you ...

Page 38: ... be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen ...

Page 39: ...isted across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it ...

Page 40: ...on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy ...

Page 41: ...e shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Supplemental Restraint Systems SRS This part explains the frontal and side impact Supplemental Restraint Systems SRS or air bag systems Your vehicle has four air bags a frontal air bag for the driver another frontal air bag for the...

Page 42: ...signed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle hits something They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear side or low speed frontal crashes And for some unrestrained occupants frontal air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful air bags have provided in the past The side impact air bags for the driver and right front pas...

Page 43: ...lose to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always se...

Page 44: ...s The driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The driver s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door ...

Page 45: ...ight not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between an occupant and an air bag and don t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering Don t let seat covers block the inflation path of a side impact air bag ...

Page 46: ...ere side crashes A side impact air bag will inflate if the crash severity is above the system s designed threshold level The threshold level can vary with specific vehicle design Side impact air bags are not designed to inflate in frontal or near frontal impacts rollovers or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant A side impact air bag will only deploy on the side of the vehicle...

Page 47: ... impact air bags would not help you in many types of collisions including frontal or near frontal collisions rollovers and rear impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward those air bags Air bags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions for the driver s and right front passeng...

Page 48: ... manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts D Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the frontal air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air bag inflation and driver s safety belt usage at deployment The module also records speed engine rpm brake and thr...

Page 49: ...ding Equipment to Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Q If I add a push bumper or bicycle rack to the front of my vehicle will it keep the air bags from working properly A As long as the push bumper or bicycle rack is attached to your vehicle so that the vehicle s basic structure isn t changed it s not likely to keep the air bags from working properly in a crash Q Is there anything I might add to the fr...

Page 50: ...elted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it click...

Page 51: ...ulder part The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These part...

Page 52: ...nd for small adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the second and third row seats To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts Here s how to insta...

Page 53: ...1 41 2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The guide must be on top of the belt ...

Page 54: ...se the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions earlier in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides ...

Page 55: ...43 Center Passenger Position Lap Belt When you sit in the center seating position you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt ...

Page 56: ...yone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Infants and Young Children Every time infants an...

Page 57: ...much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint ...

Page 58: ...r are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used For most basic types of child restraints there are many different models available When purchasing a child restraint be sure it is designed to be use...

Page 59: ...fants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A young child s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Instead it may settle up around the child s abdomen In a crash the belt ...

Page 60: ... restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint ...

Page 61: ...surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner and some high back booster seats have a five point harness A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window ...

Page 62: ...raps and a crotch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side When choosing a child restraint be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is ...

Page 63: ...f the right front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued You may secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go ...

Page 64: ... have a top strap If your child restraint has a top strap it should be anchored Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Raise the head restraint and route the top strap under it Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the ...

Page 65: ...shion for each seating position in the second row Second Row Seat Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System Your vehicle may have the LATCH system If it does you ll find anchors A where the seatback meets the seat cushion in the outboard positions for the second row seats ...

Page 66: ...der to use the system you need either a forward facing child restraint that has attaching points B at its base and a top tether anchor C or a rear facing child restraint that has attaching points B as shown here ...

Page 67: ...be able to protect a child sitting there In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint See Securing a Child Restraint in the Rear Seat in the Index for information on how to secure a child restraint in your vehicle using the vehicle s sa...

Page 68: ...ifferent directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint simply unhook the top strap from the top tether anchor and then disconnect the anchor points Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child rest...

Page 69: ... the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock ...

Page 70: ...find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger ...

Page 71: ... child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how ...

Page 72: ...h down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger ...

Page 73: ...ecure a rear facing child restraint in the rear seat Although a rear seat is a safer place you can secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the i...

Page 74: ... instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock ...

Page 75: ...ur knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger ...

Page 76: ...r belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat ...

Page 77: ...elt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides in the Index If the child is so small that the shoulder be...

Page 78: ...t in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash ...

Page 79: ... might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Replacing Restraint System Parts After a C...

Page 80: ...Your Engine 2 19 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 20 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 24 Parking Brake 2 25 Shifting Into PARK P 2 27 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 28 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 28 Engine Exhaust 2 29 Running Your Engine While You re Parked 2 30 Locking Rear Axle 2 31 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 2 37 Exterior Lamps 2 41 Interior Lamps 2 43 Mirrors 2 49 Storage Compartments...

Page 81: ...icle with the windows closed is dangerous A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather ...

Page 82: ... All power windows have this feature This allows the windows to be lowered without holding the switch Press and hold the rear of the window switch briefly to activate the express down mode The express down mode can be canceled at any time by pressing the opposite side of the switch To open the window partway lightly tap the switch until the window is at the desired position Rear Window Lockout The...

Page 83: ...cle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with children ...

Page 84: ... tire hoist lock Your vehicle also has a key that locks and unlocks the center floor console only If you ever lose your keys your dealer will be able to assist you with obtaining replacements In an emergency contact roadside assistance See Cadillac Roadside Service in the Index for more information ...

Page 85: ... get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it D Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock you...

Page 86: ...k switch which can be used to lock or unlock all of the doors The power door locks will operate at any time without the ignition being on The power door locks can be programmed to automatically lock and unlock depending on the settings you have chosen in the Secondary Information Center SIC See Secondary Information Center SIC in the Index for more information Operating the power locks may interac...

Page 87: ... the door 4 Do the same thing to the other rear door The rear doors on your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use If you want to open the rear door when the security lock is on unlock the door and open the door from the outside Keyless Entry System You can lock and unlock your doors and liftgate from about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m away using the remote keyless en...

Page 88: ...e instructions that follow D If you re still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Operation UNLOCK Pressing this button once will unlock the driver s door The interior lights will come on and the parking lamps will flash Pressing UNLOCK again within three seconds will cause the remaining doors to unlock The interior lights will come on The vehicle s perimeter lights...

Page 89: ...Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle any remaining transmitters must also be matched Onc...

Page 90: ...e the bottom by twisting the coin 2 Remove and replace the battery with a three volt CR2032 or equivalent battery positive side up 3 Align the covers and snap them together 4 Check the operation of the transmitter NOTICE When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter ...

Page 91: ... vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index D If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index To open a mechanical lock system from the outside insert the key into the lock and turn it counterclockwise to unlock the liftgate and liftglass The liftglass can be opened using the pushbutton on the liftgate after the doors have been unlocked...

Page 92: ...s in the ignition with any door open and you try to lock your doors with the power door locks the driver s door will not stay locked This will help to keep you from locking your keys in the vehicle Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your valuables out of sight Put them in a storage area or take them with you Parking Lots Even if you par...

Page 93: ...amps may flash or both the headlamps and the horn will activate See Secondary Information Center SIC in the Index for more information Remember the theft deterrent system won t activate if you lock the doors with a key or use the manual door lock It activates only if you use a power door lock switch with the door open or with the remote keyless entry transmitter You should also remember that you c...

Page 94: ...erviced by an authorized service center PasslockR Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock theft deterrent system Passlock is a passive theft deterrent system Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with fuel is disabled If the engine stalls and the SECURITY message flashes wait until th...

Page 95: ...ard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings D Don t tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information Ignition Positions You can use your key to turn the ignition switch to five different positions A ACCESSORY This position lets you use things like the radio powe...

Page 96: ... will allow certain features on your vehicle to continue to work up to 20 minutes after the ignition key is turned to OFF or a door is opened Your radio power windows sunroof if equipped and OnStar System if equipped will also work when the ignition key is in RUN or ACCESSORY Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine won t start in any other position that s a sa...

Page 97: ...ere When the engine starts let go of the key Use the accelerator pedal to maintain engine speed if you have to until your engine has run for a while 2 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds When the engin...

Page 98: ...unded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to kee...

Page 99: ...remove the IGN 0 fuse from the instrument panel fuse block See Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index PARK P This position locks your rear wheels It s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can t move easily CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t le...

Page 100: ...this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only CAUTION Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Don t shift out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while y...

Page 101: ...er and lower fuel economy than DRIVE D SECOND 2 This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on If you manually select SECOND 2 the transmission will drive in second gear You may use this feature for reducing the speed of the rear whe...

Page 102: ...on a hill On cold days approximately 32_F 0_C or colder your transmission is designed to shift differently until the engine reaches normal operating temperature This is intended to improve heater performance Tow Haul Mode Button Your vehicle is equipped with a tow haul mode The button is located on the end of the column shift lever You can use this feature to assist when towing or hauling a heavy ...

Page 103: ...e hold the regular brake pedal down Pull the bottom edge of the lever located above the parking brake pedal marked BRAKE RELEASE to release the parking brake If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released the brake system warning light will go off NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other p...

Page 104: ...engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P position like this D Pull the shift lever toward yo...

Page 105: ...he parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and the parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you move the shift lever int...

Page 106: ...o take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of PARK P Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in RUN See Automatic Transmission in the Index If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure...

Page 107: ...sciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if D Your exhaust system sounds strange or different D Your vehicle gets rusty underneath D Your vehicle was damaged in a collision D Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris D Repairs weren t done correctly D Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is...

Page 108: ... garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Blizzard in the Index CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you ve left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or other...

Page 109: ...e vehicle is loaded or towing a trailer See Tow Haul Mode in the Index for more information Locking Rear Axle Your locking rear axle can give you additional traction on snow mud ice sand or gravel It works like a standard axle most of the time but when one of the rear wheels has no traction and the other does this feature will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle Horn To sound the hor...

Page 110: ...hed the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it If you move the lever all the way up or down and the arrow flashes at twice ...

Page 111: ...ps will turn on They ll stay on as long as you hold the lever toward you and the high beam indicator on the instrument panel cluster will come on Release the lever to turn the high beam headlamps off Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by turning the band with the wiper symbol on it For a single wiping cycle turn the band to MIST Hold it there until the wipers start then let go The...

Page 112: ...your vision Rear Window Washer Wiper This control is located on the instrument panel To turn the rear wiper on turn the control to either 1 or 2 For long delayed wiping turn the control to 1 For short delayed wiping turn the control to 2 To turn the wiper off turn the control to 0 To wash the window press the control The rear window washer uses the same fluid bottle as the windshield washer Howeve...

Page 113: ...5 mph 40 km h If you apply your brakes the cruise control will disengage CAUTION D Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic D Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Don t use c...

Page 114: ...pedal United States Canada The CRUISE light on the instrument panel cluster will illuminate when the cruise control is engaged Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course disengages the cruise control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can move the cruise control switch from O...

Page 115: ...s you ll go about 1 mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going u...

Page 116: ...ob clockwise to the master lamps symbol to turn on all the lamps listed as well as the headlamps Turn the knob all the way counterclockwise to turn off your lamps and put the system into automatic headlamp mode You can change your headlamps from high to low beam by pulling on the turn signal high beam lever A circuit breaker protects your headlamps If your headlamps have an electrical overload you...

Page 117: ... driving through a parking garage heavy overcast weather or a tunnel This is normal There is a delay in the transition between the daytime and nighttime operation of the Daytime Running Lamps DRL and the automatic headlamp systems so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system The DRL and automatic headlamp system will only be affected when the light sens...

Page 118: ... You can program the puddle lamps not to come on if you choose See Secondary Information Center in the Index for more information Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset Ful...

Page 119: ...se the parking brake or shift the transmission out of PARK P This procedure applies only to vehicles first sold in the United States When necessary you may turn off the Automatic Headlamp System and the Daytime Running Lamps DRL feature by following these steps When the system is turned off the headlights will not automatically come on when it becomes dark outside 1 With the ignition in RUN 2 Pres...

Page 120: ...am headlamps come on When the high beams go off the fog lamps will come on again The fog lamps will be cancelled after the ignition is turned off If you still want to use the fog lamps after you restart the vehicle you will need to press the fog lamp button again Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Intensity Control The instrument panel intensity control is located to the right of the headlamp parking...

Page 121: ...ERRIDE button is pressed in the lamps will not come on Front Reading Lamps Press the button located next to the lamp to turn them on The lamps can be adjusted to point in the direction you want Press the button again to turn the lamp off Your vehicle also has reading lamps for the rear passenger locations To turn a lamp on or off press the button located next to the lamp The lamps are fixed and ca...

Page 122: ...the button into the in position With the button in this position the dome lamps will remain off when the doors are open To return the lamps to automatic operation press the button again and return it to the out position With the button in this position the dome lamps will come on when you open a door Battery Run Down Protection This feature shuts off the dome reading glove box and underhood lamps ...

Page 123: ...d C_ Press and release the TEMP button to toggle between the Fahrenheit and Celsius readings After five seconds of inactivity the display will stop flashing and stay at the last setting If an abnormal reading is displayed please consult your dealer Electrochromic Mirror Operation The right button labeled TEMP and located at the bottom of the mirror turns the electrochromic mirror on and off An ind...

Page 124: ...orrectly In order to calibrate the letters CAL must be displayed in the mirror compass windows If CAL is not displayed push in the COMP button for approximately eight seconds or until the letter CAL is displayed The compass can be calibrated in one of two ways D Drive the vehicle in circles at five mph 8 km h or less until the display reads a direction or D drive the vehicle on your everyday routi...

Page 125: ... a compass direction within a few seconds Electric Outside Rearview Mirrors Heated The controls for the mirrors are located on the driver s door armrest Move the upper control to the left or right to choose the mirror you want to adjust then press the arrows located on the lower control to adjust the mirror in the direction you want the mirror to go The mirrors include ground illumination lamps pu...

Page 126: ...n the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE R and a five second delay has occurred the selected mirrors will return to the original position If further adjustment is needed after the mirror is tilted the mirror controls may be used You can also adjust the angle of tilt for each outside mirror by doing the following 1 Place the vehicle in REVERSE R and allow the mirrors to tilt be sure this feature is ...

Page 127: ...t panel Return the mirrors to their normal position by pressing the button again Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right...

Page 128: ... the center console Press the button on the side and swing the console lid open The console has a place to store compact discs and loose change It is also equipped with an accessory power outlet See Accessory Power Outlets later in this section for more information To access the cell phone storage area press the button on the front of the console An access lid will pop up To store a cell phone pla...

Page 129: ... it by following these steps 1 Open the center console storage area by pressing the button on the side of the console lid 2 Locate the access door inside the storage area toward the front 3 Press the release edge on the access door and pull it out You should now be able to retrieve the lost item s Reverse the procedure to reinstall the access door ...

Page 130: ...t push the button on the front of the armrest and pull the top open Inside you will find a small storage area and two sets of earbud headphones for use with the rear seat audio system See Rear Seat Audio in the Index for more information Cupholders Your vehicle is equipped with cupholders for the front and rear passengers The cupholders are located located in the center console and on the rear of ...

Page 131: ...rear of the vehicle 2 Latch the shade posts into the retaining sockets on the cargo area trim panels To return the shade to the retracted position do the following 1 Pull up on the shade handle to release the shade posts from the retaining sockets 2 Let the shade move forward to the full retracted position To remove the shade from the vehicle do the following 1 Let the shade go all the way into th...

Page 132: ... it from moving inside the vehicle When not using the tie downs flip them down out of the way Convenience Net The convenience net in the rear of your vehicle helps to keep small loads like grocery bags in place during sharp turns or quick stops and starts The net is not designed for larger heavier items To install the net attach the hooks to the raised cargo tie downs Then attach the cord loops to...

Page 133: ...is used tie it to the siderail supports D Tie the load to the crossrails or the siderail supports Use the crossrails only to keep the load from sliding To move the crossrails pull out on the latch release handle at each end Slide the crossrail to the desired position balancing the force side to side Push the release handle back into the latched position and slide the crossrail back and forth sligh...

Page 134: ... Do not store papers and other things that burn in your ashtrays To remove the ashtray first locate the indentation on the right side of the ashtray Then place your fingertip in the indentation and pry the ashtray out To use the cigarette lighter push it in all the way and let go When it s ready it will pop back out by itself NOTICE Holding a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it s heating ...

Page 135: ... the protective caps off of the outlets to use them Be sure to reinstall the protective caps after you are done using the outlets Do not try to put the cigarette lighter in any of the accessory outlets NOTICE Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle can damage it or keep other things from working as they should This wouldn t be covered by your warranty Check with your dealer before adding ...

Page 136: ...n to increase the time by one minute intervals until the desired time is reached Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the top and bottom visors You can also swing the bottom visor from side to side Your visors may have an extension that can be pulled out for additional glare protection Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror Pull the sun visor down and lift the mirror cover to turn on the lamp...

Page 137: ...d redial This ensures connection to the center there is no additional action required Press the Call Answer End button to cancel the automatic redial Emergency Button In an emergency situation press the emergency service button Upon receiving the call an advisor at the center will locate your vehicle and assess the situation If necessary the advisor will alert the nearest emergency service provide...

Page 138: ...unctioning properly If you cannot contact the advisor take your vehicle to your dealership as soon as possible for assistance Safety and Security Services Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment If an air bag deploys a priority emergency signal is sent automatically to the center An advisor will locate your vehicle s position try to contact you and assist you in the situation If the center is...

Page 139: ...mmand to your vehicle to sound the horn and or flash the lamps In order to provide you with excellent service calls with the OnStar Center may be monitored or recorded Premium Services Includes Safety and Security Services Route Support An advisor can provide directions or guidance to anywhere you want to go In addition they can help you locate gas stations rest areas ATMs hospitals hotels stores ...

Page 140: ...rgency service providers OnStar will use reasonable efforts to contact the appropriate emergency service provider and request assistance but cannot promise that they will respond to the call in a timely manner or at all Sunroof If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with a power sliding sunroof To open or close your sunroof the ignition or RAP needs to be active See Retained Accessory Power in t...

Page 141: ...s again to move to the vent position which occurs when the sunroof is fully tilted rearward This will reset the memory and enable the sunroof to function properly HomeLinkR Transmitter This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received includ...

Page 142: ...econds hold the hand held transmitter about 1 to 3 inches 3 to 8 cm from HomeLink and then press and hold the transmit button on the hand held transmitter Continue to hold both buttons until the indicator light on HomeLink begins to flash rapidly this may take up to 90 seconds If you have trouble programming HomeLink make sure that you have followed the directions exactly as described and that the...

Page 143: ...1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com Because of the steps involved it may be helpful to have another person assist in programming the transmitter 2 Press the Learn or Smart button on the garage door opener motor head unit An indicator light will begin to flash when the motor head unit enters the training mode Following this step you have 30 seconds to start Step 3 3 Return to Home...

Page 144: ...ndicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted Erasing Channels To erase all three programmed channels hold down the two outside buttons on HomeLink until the indicator light begins to flash approximately 20 seconds Release both buttons Resetting Defaults To reset HomeLink to default settings hold down the two outside buttons on HomeLink until the indicator light begins to flash...

Page 145: ...2 66 The Instrument Panel Your Information System ...

Page 146: ...ver I Tow Haul Mode Selector Button J Audio System K Comfort Control System L Instrument Panel Fuse Block M Hood Release N Fog Lamps Button O Audio Steering Wheel Controls P Center Instrument Panel Utility Block Q Tilt Lever R Parking Brake Release S Secondary Information Center SIC T Rear Window Defogger Button U Compact Disc Changer V Ashtray W Clock X Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist Button Y Sta...

Page 147: ... Canada similar Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you have and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically ...

Page 148: ...e reset button for at least four seconds The hour meter will be displayed for up to 30 seconds or until the ignition is turned on Tachometer Your tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Warning Lights Gages and Indicators Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attenti...

Page 149: ...on and stay on for about 20 seconds then it will flash for about 55 seconds If the driver s belt is already buckled neither the chime nor the light will come on Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the air bag symbol The system checks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The...

Page 150: ... stays on after you start your vehicle The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Voltmeter United States Canada When your engine is not running but the ignition is in RUN this gage shows your battery s state of charge in DC volts When the engi...

Page 151: ...em Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible Brake System Warning Light With the ignition on the brake system warning light will flash when you set the parking brake The light will flash if the parking brake doesn t release fully If you try to drive with the parking brake engaged a chime will sound when the vehicle speed is greater than 3 mph 5 km h Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is div...

Page 152: ...ed for service Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds That s normal If the light stays on or comes on when you re driving your vehicle needs service If the regular brake system warning light isn t on you still have brakes but you don t have anti lock brakes If the regular brake syst...

Page 153: ...he Problems on the Road section of this manual shows what to do See Engine Overheating in the Index Transmission Temperature Gage United States Canada When your ignition is on the gage shows the temperature of the transmission fluid The normal operating range is from 100_F 38_C to about 265_F 130_C At approximately 265_F 130_C the message center will display a TRANS FLUID HOT message and the trans...

Page 154: ...cle with the transmission temperature gage above the normal operating range you can damage the transmission This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered under your warranty The following situations can cause the transmission to operate at higher temperatures D Towing a trailer D Hot outside air temperatures D Hauling a large or heavy load D Low transmission fluid level D High transmis...

Page 155: ... tell you when the Traction Control System is active Slippery road conditions may exist if this light comes on so adjust your driving accordingly Traction Off Light If Equipped If you have the Traction Control System this light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition to RUN If the light doesn t come on then the system may require service have it fixed so it will be there to warn you if t...

Page 156: ...ned off To turn the system on press the TCS off on button the light should go off To turn the automatic engagement feature back on see Traction Control System in the Index D If the Traction Control System is affected by an anti lock brake system Traction Control System or engine related problem the system will turn off and the light will come on Have your vehicle serviced D If the vehicle is drive...

Page 157: ...TICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty NOTICE Modifications made to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original...

Page 158: ...y see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light is still flashing follow the previous steps and drive the vehicle to your dealer or qualified se...

Page 159: ... and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Here are some things you need to know in order to help your vehicle pass an inspection Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the SERVICE ENGINE SOON or...

Page 160: ...perating range A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure Check your oil as soon as possible See Check Eng Oil Pressure and Engine Oil in the Index CAUTION Don t keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon ...

Page 161: ...s Canada This light is displayed when the tow haul mode has been activated For more information see Tow Haul Mode in the Index Fuel Gage United States Canada The fuel gage when the ignition is on tells you about how much fuel you have left in your tank The gage will first indicate empty before you are out of fuel and you should get more fuel as soon as possible ...

Page 162: ...tion on the entire center lights up for just a few seconds As needed the message center will display one of the following messages The message center is capable of alternating among different messages if needed It gives you important safety and maintenance facts Battery Message If this message is displayed when the engine is running you may have a problem with your charging system The battery disp...

Page 163: ...sion TRANS FLUID HOT message displayed you can damage the transmission This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered under your warranty The following situations can cause the transmission to operate at higher temperatures D Towing a trailer D Hot outside air temperatures D Hauling a large or heavy load D Low transmission fluid level D High transmission fluid level D Restricted air flo...

Page 164: ...your vehicle with the transmission TRANS HOT IDLE ENGINE message displayed you can damage the transmission This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered under your warranty The following situations can cause the transmission to operate at higher temperatures D Towing a trailer D Hot outside air temperatures D Hauling a heavy load D Low transmission fluid level D High transmission fluid...

Page 165: ...re Gage in the Index See Engine Overheating in the Index for further information ENGINE OVERHEATED Message This message is displayed when the cooling system temperature gets too hot This message will be displayed after the air conditioning system has automatically turned off for the engine coolant protection mode See Engine Overheating in the Index for further information REDUCED ENGINE POWER Mess...

Page 166: ...when the engine oil level is low Once oil is added it may need time to drain and settle in the engine before this message will turn off It is best to let the engine cool down if it is hot or warm up if it is cold and cycle the ignition to be sure this message turns off Refer to the dipstick for the correct level See Engine Oil in the Index on how to check the oil level and for what type of oil to ...

Page 167: ...rs the PasslockR System If the security message is displayed continuously while driving and stays on there may be a problem with the Passlock System Your vehicle will not be protected by Passlock and you should see your dealer LOW WASHER FLUID Message This message is displayed when the vehicle is low on windshield washer fluid The message is only displayed for 15 seconds each ignition cycle For mo...

Page 168: ...mount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM Message If you ever see the SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM message it means there may be a problem with your stability enhancement system If you see this message try to reset the system stop turn off the engine then start the engine again If the SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM message still comes on it means there is a problem You should see you...

Page 169: ...he system is designed to help you in bad weather or other difficult driving situations by making the most of whatever road conditions will permit STABILITY SYSTEM LIMITED Message The STABILITY SYSTEM LIMITED message will turn on when you press the Stabilitrak button see Instrument Panel in the Index While in LIMITED mode traction control is disabled and the stability system is less likely to activ...

Page 170: ...longer than usual to complete its diagnostic checks due to driving conditions The STABILITY SYSTEM DISABLED message will turn off as soon as the conditions that caused the message to be displayed are no longer present Secondary Information Center SIC This section explains the features of your SIC The SIC provides instant information about fuel mileage and vehicle history in addition to allowing yo...

Page 171: ...econds all of the trip computer settings will reset starting from the last ignition cycle turning the ignition from OFF to RUN This feature is for someone who has forgotten to reset the trip computer when pulling out of the driveway and does not realize it until after driving for awhile Timer D Each press of the ON OFF button will turn the timer on or off D The RESET button will reset the timer to...

Page 172: ...or example Say you would like to personalize the automatic door locks so that the automatic locking feature is disabled You would do the following 1 First press the MENU button until you reach the Automatic Door Lock screen 2 Next press the arrow button until you find the Disabled setting 3 The setting is now actually set without having to do anything else You can do one of three things at this po...

Page 173: ...e UNLOCK button on the keyless entry transmitter D Lamps Parking lamps flash on each press of the UNLOCK button on the keyless entry transmitter D Horn and Lamps Parking lamps flash on each press horn chirps on the second press of the UNLOCK button on the keyless entry transmitter D None No horn or lamp feedback will occur when the UNLOCK button on the keyless entry transmitter is pressed Headlamp...

Page 174: ...ve to the stored driver 1 or 2 exit position D Disabled Seat will not move to exit position when key is removed from ignition Driver must manually press EXIT button to activate the seat exit position feature when disable is selected Mirror Reverse Tilt D Passenger Mirror on the passenger s side of vehicle will tilt down to a stored memory position for driver 1 or 2 when the vehicle is placed in RE...

Page 175: ... one If the arrow button is pushed and held the value will keep changing until the button is released D While in menu mode the SIC will display the day date if no buttons have been pressed for more than 15 seconds Language and Personalization Reset D Press and hold the MENU button After two seconds the display will begin cycling through the languages at one second intervals Release the MENU button...

Page 176: ...can be disabled by pressing the URPA on off button located near the climate control system and radio How the System Works URPA comes on automatically when the shift lever is moved into REVERSE R and the vehicle speed is less than 3 mph 5 km h When the system comes on the three lights on the display will illuminate to let you know that the system is working URPA senses how close your vehicle is to ...

Page 177: ...er or the object is removed and your vehicle is driven forward at least 15 mph 25 km h It may also flash red if the ultrasonic sensors are not kept clean So be sure to keep your rear bumper free of mud dirt snow ice and slush or the system may not work properly If after cleaning the rear bumper and driving forward at least 15 mph 25 km h the display continues to flash red see your dealer It may al...

Page 178: ...3 7 Air Conditioning 3 7 Heating 3 8 Defogging and Defrosting 3 8 Rear Window Defogger 3 9 Ventilation System 3 10 Audio Systems 3 11 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player BoseR 3 15 Rear Seat Audio RSA 3 17 Compact Disc Changer 3 20 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 22 Audio Steering Wheel Control 3 23 Understanding Radio Reception 3 23 Tips About Your Audio System 3 24 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player...

Page 179: ...ure Knob The middle knob on the control panel is used to select the desired air temperature in your vehicle This knob will allow you to adjust the interior air temperature independent of the mode knob setting Move the knob clockwise toward 82 for warmer air Move the knob counterclockwise toward 66 for cooler air When the system is set for automatic operation sensors will control the fan speed Full...

Page 180: ...necessary With the automatic setting the air conditioning compressor automatically cycles when needed to cool the air In cold weather when the system senses the need for heat the airflow will be directed out of the floor outlets As the interior temperature approaches a desired setting the fan speed will decrease To maintain interior comfort the airflow will adjust between the instrument panel air ...

Page 181: ...r through the windshield defroster outlets and some through the floor outlets The air conditioning compressor may run to dehumidify the air to prevent window fogging When using the defrost mode with auto fan speed selected the fan speed may be higher than normal Outside air Press this button located under the fan knob to use outside air Using outside air will limit stale air odors and help to prev...

Page 182: ...will cool and dehumidify the air inside the vehicle when the A C light is on When in AUTO the A C is automatically engaged when necessary Air conditioning will be automatically disabled when the outside temperature drops below a level which air conditioning is ineffective Rear Air Conditioning and Rear Heater With Sunroof Your vehicle has the rear air conditioning and rear heater system combinatio...

Page 183: ...ar settings Choosing OFF from the front control will also turn off the rear climate control When the front control is set to REAR the rear controls can be used by rear seat passengers To adjust the air temperature on either control panel turn the temperature knob on the center of the control panel For warmer air turn the knob clockwise toward 82 Turn the knob counterclockwise toward 66 for cooler ...

Page 184: ...hen the right knob on the control panel is between floor and defrost the recirculation feature will not function to reduce window fogging Passenger Compartment Air Filter Your vehicle is equipped with a passenger compartment air filter which filters outside air entering the vehicle For information on replacing the filter see Passenger Compartment Air Filter in the Index Heating The heater works be...

Page 185: ...window defogger press this button located below the mode knob The rear window defogger will only work if the ignition is in RUN For best results clear the window of as much snow or ice as possible first The defogger will shut itself off after several minutes If you need additional warming time press the button again You can turn the defogger off at any time by pressing the button If your vehicle i...

Page 186: ... the recirculation button see Air Conditioning earlier in this section Your vehicle has air outlets in the center and on the sides of the instrument panel You can move the outlets from side to side or up and down to direct the flow of air The driver s and passenger s side outlets have shut off thumbwheels Turn the thumbwheels to the left to shut off air flow or to the right to allow air flow When ...

Page 187: ...cts This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle D The use of non GM approved hood air deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the heating and air conditioning system Audio Systems Your audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your audio syst...

Page 188: ... to make up for road and wind noise as you drive Set the volume at the desired level Turn the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the SCV Then as you drive SCV automatically increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any particular speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive If you don t want to use SCV turn the control all the way down Ea...

Page 189: ... FM2 mode and then press P SCAN It will scan through each station stored on your pushbuttons and stop for a few seconds before continuing to scan through all of the pushbuttons Press P SCAN again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning and listen to a specific preset station P SCAN will light up on the display while in this mode If one of the stations stored on a pushbutton is too weak for the ...

Page 190: ...the sound between the speakers Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player To load a cassette tape with the ignition off press EJECT Then insert the cassette tape If the ...

Page 191: ...k during the forward operation AM FM Press this button to switch from a tape to the radio TAPE Press this button to play a tape if you have a tape loaded in the cassette tape player and the radio is turned on When a tape is playing a lighted arrow will appear on the display and show the direction of play If the radio is turned off the tape will remain in the player and resume playing at the point ...

Page 192: ...mbol on the display will flash for two seconds indicating the feature is active 4 Insert the adapter into the cassette slot It will power up the radio and begin playing This override routine will remain active until EJECT is pressed Rear Seat Audio RSA This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to and control any of the music sources including AM FM cassette tapes and CDs through the Rear ...

Page 193: ...switch between AM FM1 and FM2 If the front passengers are already listening to AM FM the RSA controller will not switch between the bands and cannot change the frequency SEEK While listening to the radio press the up arrow to tune to the next station and stay there Press the down arrow to tune to the previous station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking The SEEK button is inactive if t...

Page 194: ...ferent for each of these functions to work D Press this button to seek through the preset radio stations set on the pushbuttons on the main radio D When a cassette tape is playing press this button to go to the other side of the tape D When a CD is playing in the CD changer press this button to select a disc Compact Disc Changer The compact disc changer plays up to six standard size CDs continuous...

Page 195: ...d empty position 2 Load a single CD when the loading slot indicators turn amber After about ten seconds the changer will cycle to the next available position 3 Repeat Step 2 until all CDs are loaded into all of the desired positions If you do not wish to load all of the positions you can cancel the load all function by pressing a button with a green flashing indicator light or by waiting 20 second...

Page 196: ...track If you hold the button or press it more than once the player will continue moving forward through the CD The sound will mute while seeking 4 REV Press and hold this button to reverse quickly through a track selection Release it to resume playing 6 FWD Press and hold this button to advance quickly through a track selection Release it to resume playing SEEK Press the right arrow to seek to the...

Page 197: ... if stolen When THEFTLOCK is activated the radio will display LOC to indicate a locked condition anytime battery power has been interrupted If your battery loses power for any reason you must unlock the radio with the secret code before it will operate Activating the Theft Deterrent Feature The instructions which follow explain how to enter your secret code to activate the THEFTLOCK system It is r...

Page 198: ...SEEK right pointing arrow button and 000 will appear on the display 3 Press the SEEK right pointing arrow button again to make the last two digits agree with your code 4 Press the SEEK and left pointing arrow button to make the first one or two digits agree with your code 5 Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down The display will show SEC in...

Page 199: ...lied to a secured radio the radio won t turn on and LOC will appear on the display To unlock a secured radio see Unlocking the Theft Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss earlier in this section Audio Steering Wheel Controls If your vehicle has this feature you can control certain radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel You can control certain radio functions using the buttons on y...

Page 200: ...n pick up noise from things like storms and power lines Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing the sound to come and go Tips About Your Audio System Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectab...

Page 201: ...echanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they aren t they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use Your radio may display CLN to indicate that you have used your tape player for 50 hours without resetting the tape clean timer If ...

Page 202: ...nded cleaning time When the cleaning cassette has been ejected the cut tape detection feature is active again You may also choose a non scrubbing action wet type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head This type of cleaning cassette will not eject on its own A non scrubbing action cleaner may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner The use of a non scr...

Page 203: ...anism Diversity Antenna System Your AM FM antennas are located in the rear side windows Be sure that the inside surfaces of the rear side windows are not scratched and that the lines on the glass are not damaged If the inside surfaces are damaged they could interfere with radio reception NOTICE Do not try to clear frost or other material from the inside of the rear side windows with a razor blade ...

Page 204: ... System TCS 2 Wheel Drive 4 11 StabilitrakR System All Wheel Drive 4 12 Steering 4 15 Off Road Recovery 4 15 Passing 4 17 Loss of Control 4 18 Operating Your All Wheel Drive Vehicle Off Paved Roads 4 31 Driving at Night 4 32 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 36 City Driving 4 37 Freeway Driving 4 38 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 39 Highway Hypnosis 4 39 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 41 Winter Drivi...

Page 205: ...eventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call ...

Page 206: ... alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the pr...

Page 207: ...is 0 05 percent in both France and Germany The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the dr...

Page 208: ...l in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking CAUTION Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and j...

Page 209: ...g up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km h travels 66 feet...

Page 210: ...your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brake System ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a br...

Page 211: ...he wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates ...

Page 212: ...ion Control System TCS 2 Wheel Drive Your vehicle may have a Traction Control System TCS that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the rear wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system reduces engine power to limit wheel spin This light will come on when the TCS is limitin...

Page 213: ... is driven on an extremely rough road When the vehicle leaves the rough surface slows down or stops the light will go off and TCS will be on again This is normal D A Traction Control System Anti Lock Brake System or engine related problem has been detected and the vehicle needs service See Traction Off Light in the Index The Traction Control System as delivered from the factory will automatically ...

Page 214: ...me procedure Whether the TCS is set to come on automatically or not you can always turn the system on or off by pressing the TCS on off button StabilitrakR System All Wheel Drive Your vehicle may have the Stabilitrak system which helps the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions This is accomplished by selectively applying either of the vehicle s front br...

Page 215: ...stem is less likely to activate The stability system can still activate in LIMITED mode if the vehicle starts to spin but it will not activate as quickly as when the system is not in LIMITED mode You should put Stabilitrak in the LIMITED mode if your vehicle is stuck in sand mud ice or snow and you want to rock your vehicle to attempt to free it See Rocking Your Vehicle in the Index Steering Power...

Page 216: ...enly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places You can lose control Refer to Traction Control System in the Index What should you do if this ever happens Ease up on the accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you want it to go and slow down If you have Stabilit...

Page 217: ... apply your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a fu...

Page 218: ...g another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing D Drive ahe...

Page 219: ...rs are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot D Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see i...

Page 220: ...d only the acceleration skid If you do not have this system or if the system is off then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second...

Page 221: ...ugh uphill or downhill In short you ve gone right back to nature Off road driving involves some new skills And that s why it s very important that you read this guide You ll find many driving tips and suggestions These will help make your off road driving safer and more enjoyable Before You Go Off Roading There are some things to do before you go out For example be sure to have all necessary maint...

Page 222: ... in the Index Environmental Concerns Off road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation However it also raises environmental concerns Cadillac recognizes these concerns and urges every off roader to follow these basic rules for protecting the environment D Always use established trails roads and areas that have been specially set aside for public off road recreational driving obey al...

Page 223: ...stantly sweep the terrain for unexpected obstacles Your ears need to listen for unusual tire or engine sounds With your arms hands feet and body you ll need to respond to vibrations and vehicle bounce Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off road driving One of the best ways to control your vehicle is to control your speed Here are some things to keep in mind At higher speeds D you ap...

Page 224: ...jects later D Will you have to stop suddenly or change direction quickly When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain keep a firm grip on the steering wheel Ruts troughs or other surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hands if you re not prepared When you drive over bumps rocks or other obstacles your wheels can leave the ground If this happens even with one or two wheels you can t cont...

Page 225: ...re may be a smooth constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top On a large hill the incline may get steeper as you near the top but you may not see this because the crest of the hill is hidden by bushes grass or shrubs Here are some other things to consider as you approach a hill D Is there a constant incline or does the hill get sharply st...

Page 226: ...se traction slide sideways and possibly roll over You could be seriously injured or killed When driving up hills always try to go straight up D Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill D Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills D Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffic know you re there D Use...

Page 227: ...ring wheel at the 12 o clock position This way you ll be able to tell if your wheels are straight and maneuver as you back down It s best that you back down the hill with your wheels straight rather than in the left or right direction Turning the wheel too far to the left or right will increase the possibility of a rollover Here are some things you must not do if you stall or are about to stall wh...

Page 228: ...e Smooth Rough Slippery Hard packed dirt Gravel D Are there hidden surface obstacles Ruts Logs Boulders D What s at the bottom of the hill Is there a hidden creek bank or even a river bottom with large rocks If you decide you can go down a hill safely then try to keep your vehicle headed straight down and use a low gear This way engine drag can help your brakes and they won t have to do all the wo...

Page 229: ... straight down D Never go downhill with the transmission in NEUTRAL N This is called free wheeling Your brakes will have to do all the work and could overheat and fade Q Am I likely to stall when going downhill A It s much more likely to happen going uphill But if it happens going downhill here s what to do D Stop your vehicle by applying the regular brakes Apply the parking brake D Shift to PARK ...

Page 230: ...a downhill slide or a rollover D Surface conditions can be a problem when you drive across a hill Loose gravel muddy spots or even wet grass can cause your tires to slip sideways downhill If the vehicle slips sideways it can hit something that will trip it a rock a rut etc and roll over D Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse If you drive across a rock with the uphill w...

Page 231: ...ing on an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you re crossing an incline be sure you and your passengers get out on the uphill side even if the door there is harder to open If you get out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll over you ll be right in its path If you have to walk down the slope stay out of the path the vehicle will take if it does roll over CAUTION Getting out on the d...

Page 232: ...ction Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction On these surfaces it s very easy to lose control On wet ice for example the traction is so poor that you will have difficulty accelerating And if you do get moving poor steering and difficult braking can cause you to slide out of control CAUTION Driving on frozen lakes ponds or rivers can be dangerous Underwater springs currents under th...

Page 233: ...h away the ground from under your tires and you could lose traction and roll the vehicle over Don t drive through rushing water See Driving Through Water in the Index for more information on driving through water After Off Road Driving Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody chassis or under the hood These accumulations can be a fire hazard After operation in mud or sand hav...

Page 234: ...o much road ahead D In remote areas watch for animals D If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision For example if yo...

Page 235: ...ract repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and aren t even aware of it Driv...

Page 236: ...how signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work as well in a ...

Page 237: ...road If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing...

Page 238: ... could drown Don t ignore police warning signs and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips D Turn on your low beam headlamps not just your parking lamps to help make you more visible to others D Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ...

Page 239: ...a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip D Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving D Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start t...

Page 240: ...e into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it s slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use your t...

Page 241: ...e it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Cadillac dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip D Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside D Wiper Blades Are they in good shape D Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Hav...

Page 242: ... leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips D Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior D Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently D If you get sleepy pull off the road int...

Page 243: ...ill slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill D Know how to go uphill You may want to shift d...

Page 244: ... scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle ...

Page 245: ... ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution If you have traction assist keep the system on It will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road But you can turn the traction system off if you ever need to You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud ice or snow See...

Page 246: ...e the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you re actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you c...

Page 247: ...t see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow doesn t collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that s away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must This...

Page 248: ... towing towing your vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device know as a dolly With the proper preparation and equipment many vehicles can be towed in these ways See Dinghy Towing and Dolly Towing following Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing D What s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure you read the tow vehicle...

Page 249: ...ter the back of the transmission through the opening created by removing the propeller shaft if proper protection is not provided Also check the transmission fluid level before driving the truck When the vehicle is properly attached to the tow vehicle and is ready to be towed turn the ignition to OFF The OFF position unlocks the steering column and will allow the proper movement of the front wheel...

Page 250: ...anual removal installation procedure Dust or dirt can enter the back of the transmission through the opening created by removing the propeller shaft if proper protection is not provided Also check the transmission fluid level before driving the truck When the vehicle is properly attached to the dolly and tow vehicle and is ready to be towed turn the ignition to LOCK To prevent the battery from dra...

Page 251: ... axles called Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle And if you do have a heavy load you should spread...

Page 252: ...urn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash D Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle Try to spread the weight evenly D Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats D Don t leave an unsecured child restrai...

Page 253: ...hereafter The system may exhaust lower vehicle height for up to ten minutes after the ignition key has been turned to OFF You may hear the air compressor operating when the height is being adjusted If a self equalizing hitch is being used it is recommended to allow the shocks to inflate thereby leveling the vehicle prior to adjusting the hitch Towing a Trailer CAUTION If you don t use the correct ...

Page 254: ...ll a trailer If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here are some important points D There are many different laws including speed limit restrictions having to do with trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you ll be driving A good source for this information can be state or provincial police D Consider using a sway control if your trailer will wei...

Page 255: ...y pressing the button again at which time the indicator light on the instrument panel will turn off The vehicle will automatically turn off tow haul every time it is started Tow haul is designed to be most effective when the vehicle and trailer combined weight is at least 75 percent of the vehicle s Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR See Weight of the Trailer later in this section Tow haul is most ...

Page 256: ...f trailer weight 1 000 lbs 454 kg maximum The Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers cargo equipment and conversions The GCWR for your vehicle should not be exceeded You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice or you can write us at the address listed in your Warranty and Owner As...

Page 257: ...hen be sure you don t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue Hitches It s important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Here are some rules to follow D If you ll be pulling a trailer that when loaded will weigh more than 2 000 lbs 900 kg be sure to use a pro...

Page 258: ...th your rig Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 2 000 lbs 900 kg loaded then it needs its own brakes and they must be adequate Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintain them properly Your trailer brake system can tap into the vehicle s hydraulic brake system only if...

Page 259: ...es the air inside your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive ...

Page 260: ... bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and if possible have someone guide you Making Turns NOTICE Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged Avoid making v...

Page 261: ... so much that they would get hot and no longer work well You can tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the transmission to THIRD 3 or if necessary a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts too often e g under heavy loads and or hilly conditions You may also want to activate the tow haul mode if the transmission shifts too often See Tow Haul Mode in the Index When towing at high altitude on ...

Page 262: ...er Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you D start your engine D shift into a gear and D release the parking brake 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See ...

Page 263: ...m hitch The seven wire harness contains the following trailer circuits D Yellow Left Stop Turn Signal D Dark Green Right Stop Turn Signal D Brown Taillamps D White Ground D Light Green Back up Lamps D Red Battery Feed D Dark Blue Trailer Brake A jumper harness for an electric trailer brake controller and a trailer battery feed fuse are included with this trailering package See Instrument Panel Jum...

Page 264: ...use This harness and fuse should be installed by your dealer or a qualified service center Four Wire Trailer Harness Adapter If you need to tow a light duty trailer with a standard four way round pin connector an adapter connector is included in your vehicles glove box Connect the adapter with the tab arrow pointing towards to the top The cap on the wiring harness will lock onto the tab arrow and ...

Page 265: ...s that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 9 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Engine Overheating 5 12 Cooling System 5 19 Engine Fan Noise 5 19 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 20 Changing a Flat Tire 5 35 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Page 266: ...olumn Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off To turn the flashers off press the button until the first click and release When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can use ...

Page 267: ...ty to burn you If you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelcoR battery in your vehicle has a built in hydrometer Do not charge test or jump start the battery if the hydrometer looks clear or light yellow Replace the battery when there is ...

Page 268: ... the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure Put an automatic transmission in PARK P or a manual transmission in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty 3 Turn off the ignition on...

Page 269: ...sory drive bracket It is marked GND See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You don t need to add water to the ACDelcoR battery installed in every new GM v...

Page 270: ...as one Negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t connect positive to negative or you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too And don t connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks 6 Connect the red positive cable to the positive termina...

Page 271: ...dead battery 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable to the remote negative terminal marked GND on the vehicle with the dead battery 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for awhile 11 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service NOTICE Damage to your vehicle may result from electrical shorting if jum...

Page 272: ... jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle 5 Return the red positive remote terminal cover to its or...

Page 273: ...ne Protection Operating Mode If an overheated engine condition exists and the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is displayed an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage In this mode you will notice a loss in power and engine performance This operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency Towing a trailer in the ove...

Page 274: ...of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle ...

Page 275: ...u re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s still no sign of steam push down the accelerator un...

Page 276: ...side the coolant surge tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on its location When the engine is cold the coolant level should be at or above the FILL COLD mark If it isn t you may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system ...

Page 277: ...he Index NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOLR silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion may result In addition the engine coolant will require change sooner at 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX COOLR is no...

Page 278: ...re cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait...

Page 279: ...uld get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTICE In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts So use the recommended coolant CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains...

Page 280: ... surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left about one full turn If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left ...

Page 281: ...5 17 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it 3 Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture to the FILL COLD mark ...

Page 282: ...tor hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches FILL COLD mark 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight ...

Page 283: ...gages If a Tire Goes Flat It s unusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot...

Page 284: ...her people You and they could be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine 4 Put the wheel blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle at the opposite end The following s...

Page 285: ...used to retain the tool kit A To remove it turn the wing nut counterclockwise Rear Access Panel A Speaker B Bottle Jack C Wing Nut D Retaining Hook E Wheel Blocks F Cover Panel To release the bottle jack B from its holder turn the knob on the bottle jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head The wheel blocks E and the wheel block retainer can be removed by turning the wing nut C counterclockwise...

Page 286: ...A Hoist Assembly B Wheel Wrench C Jack Handle Extensions D Hoist Shaft E Valve Stem Pointed Up F Spare Tire G Tire Retainer H Hoist Cable I Hoist Lock J Hoist Shaft Access Hole K Hoist End of Extension Tool ...

Page 287: ...F 3 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the ground Continue to turn the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle The wheel wrench has a hook that allows you to pull the hoist cable H towards you to assist in reaching the spare tire 4 When the tire has been lowered tilt the retainer G at the end of the cable so it can be pulled up thro...

Page 288: ...5 24 Attach the wheel wrench to the jack handle extensions as needed Attach the jack handle to the jack Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the jack lift head to the lifting point ...

Page 289: ...ace the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry out Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen the wheel nuts Don t remove the wheel nuts yet ...

Page 290: ... Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into t...

Page 291: ...ear axle is resting securely between the grooves that are on the jack head Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle Rear Position Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit back underneath the rear of the vehicle ...

Page 292: ...rts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off ...

Page 293: ...e Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 6 After mounting the spare put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each wheel nut by hand Then use the wheel wrench to tighten the nuts until the wheel is held against the hub Front Position ...

Page 294: ... wrench clockwise CAUTION Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 140 lb ft 190 N m ...

Page 295: ... Place the cap on the wheel and tap it into place until it seats flush with the wheel The cap can only go on one way Be sure to line up the tab on the center cap with the indentation on the wheel Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could s...

Page 296: ...xtensions together Insert the hoist end through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft 4 Raise the tire part way upward Make sure the retainer is seated in the wheel opening 5 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle Continue turning the wheel wrench until the tire is secure and the cable is tight The spare tire hoist cannot be overtightened 6 Make sure the tire is s...

Page 297: ...ck Handle Extensions D Hoist Shaft E Valve Stem Pointed Up F Flat or Spare Tire G Tire Retainer H Hoist Cable To store the tools follow these procedures Under Driver s Side Rear Seat A Tool Kit with Jack Tools and Gloves B Bracket and Wing Nut ...

Page 298: ...and place in the retaining clip under the driver s side second seat 2 Tighten down with the wing nut 3 Then assemble wheel blocks and bottle jack together with the wing nut and retaining hook 4 Position behind the jack storage cover in the left rear side panel just below the speaker and tighten adjusting clockwise until the jack is secured tight in the mounting bracket ...

Page 299: ... could be injured And the transmission or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you re stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Don t spin the wheels above 35 mph 55 km h as shown on the speedometer NOTICE Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting y...

Page 300: ... as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear By slowly spinning your wheels in the forward and reverse directions you will cause a rocking motion that may free your vehicle If that doesn t get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out Or you can use your recovery hooks if your vehicle has them If...

Page 301: ...hicle straight out Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back NOTICE Never use the recovery hooks to tow the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty ...

Page 302: ...ngs Under the Hood 6 11 Engine Oil 6 17 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 19 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 6 20 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 24 Rear Axle 6 24 All Wheel Drive 6 27 Engine Coolant 6 30 Power Steering Fluid 6 31 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 33 Brakes 6 36 Battery 6 37 Bulb Replacement 6 48 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 49 Tires 6 58 Appearance Care 6 58 Cleaning the Inside of Your...

Page 303: ...you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index You should ...

Page 304: ...ealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Fuel Gasoline Octane If your vehicle has the 5 3L engine VIN Code T use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If it is bad enough it can damage your engine A little pinging noise when you accelerate or drive uphill is considered norma...

Page 305: ...your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards see the underhood emission control label it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The mal...

Page 306: ...e to add anything to your fuel Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to contribute to clean air General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines particularly if they comply with the specifications described earlier NOTICE Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Don t use it It can corrode meta...

Page 307: ...you re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline The fuel cap is located on the driver s side of your vehicle While refueling hang the fuel cap by the tether using the hook located on the inside of the filler door To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise ...

Page 308: ...side of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the fuel cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index NOTICE If you need a new fuel cap be sur...

Page 309: ...vehicle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground D Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete D Don t smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids li...

Page 310: ...ated under and to the left of the steering wheel Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release located near the center of the grill Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all filler caps are on properly Pull down the hood and close it firmly ...

Page 311: ...6 10 Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 6000 H O engine 5300 similar you will see ...

Page 312: ... Terminal J Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Out of View K Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir L Underhood Fuse Block M Battery N Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir Engine Oil If the CHECK ENG OIL LEVEL appears on the message center it means you need to check your engine oil level right away For more information see CHECK ENG OIL LEVEL in the Index You should check your engine oil level regularly this is...

Page 313: ...cated in the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it...

Page 314: ...oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged The engine oil fill cap is located on the valve cover on the passenger s side of the vehicle Your vehicle may have a cap with text and a graphic or just a graphic as shown above See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for further location information Be sure to fill it e...

Page 315: ...ute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle as shown in the foll...

Page 316: ...ommended oils with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good performance and engine protection When to Change Engine Oil Your vehicle has a computer that lets you know when to change your engine oil This is not based on mileage but on engine revolutions and engine operating temperature When the computer has calculated that the oil needs changing the GM Oil Life Systemtwill indicate that ...

Page 317: ...your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a real threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain al...

Page 318: ...mine when to check the indicator The service window A with the percentage scale shows the amount of engine air cleaner filter life used When both service window A and service window B turn orange replace the engine air cleaner filter After changing the engine air cleaner filter press the button on top of the air filter restriction indicator to reset it Your engine air cleaner filter is located in ...

Page 319: ... replace the engine air cleaner filter See Owner Checks and Services in the Index CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air clea...

Page 320: ...er the instrument panel towards the front of the vehicle and pull downward on the filter retaining bracket 3 Remove the air filter by pulling downward on the element Remove the second portion of the air filter by sliding it towards the rear of the vehicle and then pulling down 4 Install the new filter by reversing the steps listed previously Be sure to follow any instructions that may be included ...

Page 321: ...use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 100 000 miles 166 000 km See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick...

Page 322: ...vehicle has been sitting for eight hours or more with the engine off but this is used only as a reference Let the engine run at idle for five minutes if outside temperatures are 50_F 10_C or more If it s colder than 50_F 10_C you may have to idle the engine longer Should the fluid level be low during this cold check you must check the fluid hot before adding fluid Checking the fluid hot will give ...

Page 323: ... is located at the rear of the engine compartment on the passenger s side See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for further location information 1 Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again ...

Page 324: ... level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Don t overfill NOTICE We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRONR III because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transmission Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRONR III is not covered by your new vehicl...

Page 325: ...l is from 5 8 inch to 1 5 8 inch 15 mm to 40 mm below the filler plug Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index All Wheel Drive Lubricant checks in this section also apply to these vehicles However there are two additional systems that need lubrication T...

Page 326: ...cant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole Use care not to overtighten plug What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it See Scheduled Mai...

Page 327: ... When the differential is cold add enough lubricant to raise the level to 1 2 inch 12 mm below the filler plug hole When the differential is at operating temperature warm add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index ...

Page 328: ...COOLR coolant will D Give freezing protection down to 34_F 37_C D Give boiling protection up to 265_F 129_C D Protect against rust and corrosion D Help keep the proper engine temperature D Let the warning lights and gages work as they should NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOLR silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature e...

Page 329: ...r engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the...

Page 330: ...ssure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the FILL COLD mark If the LOW COOLANT message comes on and stays on it means you re low on engine co...

Page 331: ...nk but only when the engine is cool CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When replacing the pressure cap make sure it is hand tight Power Steering Fluid ...

Page 332: ... clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the FULL COLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Always u...

Page 333: ...er fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water D Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid D Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it s very cold This allows for expansion if freezing occurs which c...

Page 334: ... your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid it can ...

Page 335: ... not over the MAX mark What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system you...

Page 336: ...und when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly CAUTION The brake wear warning sound means that soon your brakes won t work well That could lead to an accident When you hear the brake wear warning sound have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Continuing to drive with w...

Page 337: ...example when your brake linings wear down and you need new ones put in be sure you get new approved GM replacement parts If you don t your brakes may no longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways i...

Page 338: ...ealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index Bulb Replacement For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer Before you replace any bulbs be sure that all the lamps are off and the engine isn t running See Replacement Bulbs in the Index for the proper types of bulbs to use H...

Page 339: ...ime Running Lamp C Sidemarker Lamp D High Beam Headlamp E Front Turn Signal Lamp 1 Open the hood of the vehicle 2 Pry up the eight fastener plugs on the radiator cover with a screwdriver and pull the fasteners out 3 Lift off the radiator cover ...

Page 340: ...vertical pin from the headlamp assembly by turning the end of the pin away from you until it unsnaps and then pulling it upward 6 Remove the headlamp assembly by lifting it up and then pulling it out and away from the front of the vehicle 7 Disconnect the electrical connector from the lower corner of the headlamp assembly this will give you better access to the headlamp assembly ...

Page 341: ...tor with the new bulb into the headlamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight 13 Reinstall the rubber circular shaped bulb cap onto the headlamp assembly 14 Reconnect the electrical connector to the lower corner of the headlamp assembly 15 Place the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle being sure to align the lower locator tab with the pocket on the vehicle see arrow Push the headlam...

Page 342: ...f you believe your headlamps need to be re aimed we recommend that you take your vehicle to your dealer for service However it is possible for you to re aim your headlamps as described in the following procedure NOTICE To make sure your headlamps are aimed properly read all the instructions before beginning Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlamp parts The vehicle shoul...

Page 343: ...icle and rock it to level the suspension Headlamp aiming is done with the vehicle low beam lamps The high beam lamps will be correctly aimed if the low beam lamps are aimed properly The headlamp aiming devices are under the hood near the headlamps If you believe your headlamps need horizontal left right adjustment follow the horizontal aiming procedure If you believe your headlamps need only verti...

Page 344: ...o Once the horizontal aim is adjusted then adjust the vertical aim Headlamp Vertical Aiming NOTICE Horizontal aiming must be performed before making any adjustments to the vertical aim Adjusting the vertical aim first will result in an incorrect headlamp aim 1 Find the aim dot on the lens of the low beam lamps ...

Page 345: ...om the ground to the aim dot on each low beam lamp Record this distance 3 At the wall or other flat surface measure from the ground upward the recorded distance from Step 2 and draw or tape a horizontal line the width of the vehicle ...

Page 346: ... the flat surface NOTICE Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut off when aiming Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat build up which may cause damage to the headlamp 5 Turn the vertical aiming screw V until the headlamp beamisaimedtothehorizontaltapeline Thetopedge of the cut off should be positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line 6 Repeat Steps 4 and 5 for the opposite...

Page 347: ...it from the headlamp assembly There is no lock for the sidemarker lamp 4 Remove the old bulb from the bulb socket 5 Put the new bulb into the bulb socket 6 Put the bulb socket into the turn signal housing and turn it clockwise until it locks Use care not to touch the bulb with your fingers or hands There is no lock for the sidemarker lamp 7 Reinstall the rubber circular shaped bulb cap to the head...

Page 348: ...rclockwise to remove it from the taillamp housing The sidemarker lamp does not have a release tab 4 Pull the bulb straight out from the socket 5 Press a new bulb into the socket insert it into the taillamp housing and turn the socket clockwise into the taillamp housing until it clicks The sidemarker lamp does not have a release tab and therefore will not click when it is installed 6 Reinstall the ...

Page 349: ...erent types and are removed in different ways For proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly do the following 1 Lift the wiper arm and turn the blade until it is facing away from the windshield 2 Push the release lever and slide the wiper assembly toward the driver s side of the vehicle 3 Install a new blade by revers...

Page 350: ...d a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold D Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a...

Page 351: ...h heat D Tire overloading D Bad wear D Bad handling D Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following D Unusual wear D Bad handling D Rough ride D Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Also check the tire pressure of the spare tire How to Check Use a good quality pocket type g...

Page 352: ...e the wheel wrench to tighten the cable See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools in the Index The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals When rotating your tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here Don t include...

Page 353: ...ire in the Index When It s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true D You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire D You can see cord or fabric showing through the ti...

Page 354: ...for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and yo...

Page 355: ...afety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performan...

Page 356: ...s of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were alig...

Page 357: ...ts replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle CAUTION Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which yo...

Page 358: ...rance can cause damage to the brakes suspension or other vehicle parts The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on your vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions Follow that manufacturer s instructions To help avoid da...

Page 359: ... be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle D Alcohol D Laundry Soap D Bleach D Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl leather plastic and painted surfaces with a clean damp cloth Cle...

Page 360: ...oduct D Never use oils varnishes solvent based or abrasive cleaners furniture polish or shoe polish on leather D Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cau...

Page 361: ...GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index NOTICE Don t use abrasive cleaners on glass because they may cause scratches Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window since they may have to be scraped off later If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear window an ...

Page 362: ...x months During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty depth of color gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water ...

Page 363: ...ther salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout tha...

Page 364: ... immediately after application Don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Cleaning Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner NOTICE When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted surfaces on the body or wheels...

Page 365: ...y have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fal...

Page 366: ...oves dirt and grime from chrome wheels and wire wheel covers 12377964 16 oz 0 473 L Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on wipe off 12377965 16 oz 0 473 L Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination 12377966 16 oz 0 473 L Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and oxidation and protects finish 12378188 15 oz 0 443 ...

Page 367: ...nd the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on the inside of the glovebox It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is D your VIN D the model designation D paint inf...

Page 368: ...t fixed Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other power accessories When the current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or goes away Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusi...

Page 369: ... block access door To remove fuses if you don t have a fuse extractor hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out You may have spare fuses located behind the fuse block access door These can be used to replace a bad fuse However make sure it is of the correct amperage NAME Usage L BODY Retained Accessory Power Relay LOCK Power Door Locks DRV UNLOCK Power Door...

Page 370: ...urn Signals Hazard Lamps UNLOCK Power Door Locks HTR A C Climate Control System NAME Usage WS WPR Windshield Wipers IGN 1 Ignition Instrument Panel AIR BAG Air Bag MIR LOCK Power Mirrors Power Door Locks DR LOCK Power Door Locks PWR WDO Power Window Circuit Breaker UNLOCK Power Door Lock Relay IGN 0 PRND321 Display Odometer VCM PCM SEO IGN Special Equipment Option Ignition SEO ACCY Special Equipme...

Page 371: ...ge SEO Special Equipment Option HTD ST Heated Seats SPARE 4 Not Used VANITY Headliner Wiring TRAILER Trailer Brake Wiring PWR ST Power Seats YE9 Not Used UPF Upfitter PARK LAMP Parking Lamps FRT PRK EXPT Not Used SPARE 2 Not Used PUDDLE LP Puddle Lamps SL RIDE Not Used SPARE 3 Not Used INADV PWR Interior Lamps Feed CTSY LP Courtesy Lamps CEL PHONE Cellular Telephone Wiring ...

Page 372: ...the Index for more information on location You will see fuses to the top right of the fuse relay center block once you remove the cover These are spare fuses and can be used accordingly You can remove fuses with a fuse extractor The fuse extractor is located in the underhood electrical center To remove fuses if you don t have a fuse extractor hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index f...

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Page 374: ...r Wiring IGN 1 Ignition Fuel Controls INJ B Ignition Fuel Controls Relay STARTER Starter Relay Name Usage PARK LP Parking Lamps FRT HVAC Climate Control System STOP LP Exterior Lamps Stoplamps ECM 1 VCM PCM CHMSL Center High Mounted Stoplamp VEH STOP Stoplamps Cruise Control TRL B U Backup Lamps Trailer Wiring INJ A Fuel Controls Ignition RR HVAC Rear HVAC VEH B U Vehicle Backup Lamps ENG 1 Engine...

Page 375: ...L PRK Parking Lamps Trailer Wiring PRIME Not Used RT HDLP Right Headlamps DRL Daytime Running Lamps Relay Name Usage HTD MIR Heated Mirrors LT HDLP Left Headlamps A C Air Conditioning AUX PWR Cigarette Lighter Auxiliary Power Outlets SEO 2 Special Equipment Option Power Power Seats SEO 1 Special Equipment Option Power DRL Daytime Running Lamps A C A C Relay FOG LP Fog Lamps FOG LP Fog Lamps Relay ...

Page 376: ...amps EXP LPS Not Used HORN Horn CTSY LP Interior Lamps RR WPR Rear Wipers TBC Body Control Module Remote Keyless Entry Headlamps Replacement Bulbs Lamp Bulb Number Low Beam Headlamps 9005 or 9005LL Long Life High Beam Headlamps 9005 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 4157K Preferred or 3157KX Front Marker Lamp 194 Front Parking and Turn Lamp 3157AK Taillamp and Stop Lamp 3157K Rear Marker Lamp 194 Rear Tur...

Page 377: ...0 N m Tire Pressure See the Certification Tire label on the rear edge of the driver s door Cooling System Capacity After refill the level must be rechecked See Cooling System in the Index Engine Quantity VORTEC 5300 V8 18 6 quarts 17 6 L VORTEC 6000 H O V8 19 0 quarts 18 0 L Crankcase Capacity After refill the level must be rechecked Add enough engine oil so that the fluid is within the proper ope...

Page 378: ...tions please contact your GM dealer VIN Code T N Oil Filter PF59 PF59 Engine Air Cleaner Filter A1518C A1518C Passenger Compartment Air Filter Kit 52485513 52485513 PCV Valve CV948C CV948C Spark Plugs PTZ14R15 PZTR5A15 41 974 PTJ16R15 PZTR5A15 41 974 Fuel Filter GF626 GF626 Wiper Blades Front 15706394 15706394 Wiper Blade Type Front ITTA ITTA Wiper Blade Length Front 22 0 inches 56 0 cm 22 0 inche...

Page 379: ...e services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 5 Scheduled Maintenance 7 17 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 21 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 23 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 25 Part E Maintenance Record ...

Page 380: ...nt Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition please maintain your vehicle properly Maintenance Requirements Maintenance intervals checks inspections and recommended fluids and lubrican...

Page 381: ... do the work If you want to get the service information see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your dealer s service department or another qualified service...

Page 382: ...tions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever ser...

Page 383: ...owing Footnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be re...

Page 384: ...and filter change The system won t detect dust in the oil So if you drive in a dusty area be sure to change your oil and filter every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or sooner if the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message appears Remember to reset the Oil Life System when the oil and filter have been changed See Oil Life System in the Index for information on resetting An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis compon...

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Page 387: ...placement more often j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for...

Page 388: ...ires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote 37 500 Miles 62 500 km j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotat...

Page 389: ...n pattern and additional information See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery servi...

Page 390: ...tment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emi...

Page 391: ...eeded Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km j Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often j Check rear front axle fluid level and add flui...

Page 392: ... 000 km j Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rota...

Page 393: ... 000 km j Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service j Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such a...

Page 394: ...and filter j Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve An Emission Control Service 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Servi...

Page 395: ...sary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshield Washer Fluid in the Index for further details At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures Don t forget to check your spare tire See...

Page 396: ...ur engine oil is changed whichever occurs first See Air Cleaner in the Index for more information Inspect your air cleaner filter restriction indicator more often if the vehicle is used in dusty areas or under off road conditions Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During v...

Page 397: ... any other position your vehicle needs service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps below 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake in the...

Page 398: ... the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only ...

Page 399: ...ion Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fum...

Page 400: ...ded Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Inspect other brake parts including calipers parking brake etc You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driv...

Page 401: ... in the Index Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Windshield Washer Solvent GM OptikleenR Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No 1052884 1 pint 1050017 1 quart or equivalent Automatic Transmission DEXRONR III Automatic Transmission Fluid Key L...

Page 402: ...alent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Body Door Hinge Pins Liftgate Hinge and Linkage Folding Seat and Fuel Door Hinge Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Outer Liftgate Handle Pivot Points Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Par...

Page 403: ...ovided after the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 404: ...7 26 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 405: ...Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 5 Roadside Service 8 7 Roadside Service for the Hearing or Speech Impaired 8 8 Courtesy Transportation 8 8 Transportation Options 8 10 Warranty Information 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 8 11 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian...

Page 406: ...t the owner of the dealership or the general manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center 24 hours a day by calling 1 800 458 8006 In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800...

Page 407: ...his informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you You may contact the BBB using the toll free telephone number or write them at the following address BBB...

Page 408: ...496 9993 Spanish U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Fax Number 313 381 0022 Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French 1 800 263 3830 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 268 6800 All Overseas Locations Please contact the local General Motors Business Un...

Page 409: ...details or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1 800 323 9935 Text telephone TTY users call 1 800 833 9935 GM of Canada also has a Mobility Program Call 1 800 GM DRIVE 463 7483 for details When calling from outside Canada please dial 1 905 644 3063 All TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Service Cadillac s exceptional Roadside Service is more than an auto club or towing service It provide...

Page 410: ...on site for the following situations D Towing Service D Battery Jump Starting D Lock Out Assistance D Fuel Delivery D Flat Tire Change Covers change only D Trip Interruption If your trip is interrupted due to a warranty failure incidental expenses may be reimbursed during the 48 months 50 000 miles 80 000 km warranty period Items covered are hotel meals and rental car Roadside Service Availability...

Page 411: ... The model year Vehicle Identification Number VIN mileage and date of delivery Roadside Service for the Hearing or Speech Impaired Roadside Service is prepared to assist owners who have hearing difficulties or are speech impaired Cadillac has installed special telecommunication devices called Text Telephone TTY in the Roadside Service Center Any customer who has access to a TTY or a conventional t...

Page 412: ...sportation needs your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unless of course the problem is safety related If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you ...

Page 413: ...l and rental vehicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance coverage credit card etc You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes levies usage fees excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair Generally it is not possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Program...

Page 414: ...TING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a gro...

Page 415: ...ario K1A 0N5 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 458 8006 or write Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P O Box 33169 Detroit MI 48232 5169 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write Genera...

Page 416: ...and transfer cases RETAIL SELL PRICE 50 00 SERVICE BULLETINS Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle OWNER S INFORMATION Owner publications are written directly for Owners and intended to provide basic operational information about t...

Page 417: ...S A please write to the above address for quotation 2002 120 00 2002 50 00 2002 15 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 6 50 GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax GM CAD ORD99 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery Note to Canadian Customers All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Canadian residents are to make check...

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