Chevrolet 1994 Astro Cargo Owner'S Manual Download Page 96

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Summary of Contents for 1994 Astro Cargo

Page 1: ...j 1 9 9 4 A S T R O i ma V A N O W N E R S M A N U A L...

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Page 3: ...mind that your Chevrolet dealer knows your vehicle best andis interested in yourcomplete satisfaction Your dealer invites you to return for all of your service needs bothduring and after the warranty...

Page 4: ...that time without further notice For vehiclesfirst sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual For Canadian Owne...

Page 5: ...Model Reference This manual covers these models Passenger Model Cargo Model iii...

Page 6: ...t the road and how todrive under differentconditions Section 5 Problems on the Road This section tells you what todo if you have a problem while driving such asa flat tire or engine overheating Sectio...

Page 7: ...TIONS1 6 Each section of this manual begins witha brief list of its contents so you can oftenfind at a glance if a section contains the informationyou want SECTION7 This section of the manual covers t...

Page 8: ...ld hurt you if you were to ignore the warning I In the gray cautionarea we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoidor reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you d...

Page 9: ...elp avoid the damage When you readother manuals you mightsee CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use yellowfor cau...

Page 10: ...never your vehicle is driven I Fasten Safety Door LocWUnlock Belts These symbols haveto do with your lights I Master Lighting Swifch Parking Lights I Turn Signal Direction Daytime Running Lights A Haz...

Page 11: ...r Window Wiper Washer w Windshield Washer I I Rear Window Defogger w These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Charging System Brake Standard Cluster AN...

Page 12: ...Here are some other symbols you maysee Fuse Lighter Horn Speaker X...

Page 13: ...Belts Properly 1 16 Adults 1 16 Driver Position 1 17 Lap ShoulderBelt 1 17 Driver s Facial Air Bag System 1 25 Right Front Passenger Position 1 30 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions 1 31 Center Pa...

Page 14: ...ts power seats and headrestraints Front Seats Manual Front Seat The bucket seats can be adjusted forwardor rearward by the lever at the front of the seat Slide the lever at the front of the seat to th...

Page 15: ...makes the rearof the seat go up and down The center control makes the whole seat go up and downor forward and rearward Reclining Bucket Seats If you have this feature you will have either a knob or a...

Page 16: ...g the lever Release the lever to lock the seat back where you want it Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to an upright position Don t adjust the driver s seatback while your vehicle is moving D...

Page 17: ...front of the seat Slide the lever at the front of the seat to the right to unlockit Slide the seat to where you want it Then release the lever and try to movethe seat with your body to make sure the...

Page 18: ...atbacks will recline further back than the rear benchseatbacks To raise or lower the center console press the button between the beverage holders Only sit in thecenter seating position when the consol...

Page 19: ...t After the latch has beenreleased push the seatbackdown until it locks in place To raise the seatback unlock the seatby pushingforward on the lever Make sure the seatbackis locked when it is put back...

Page 20: ...the safety belt 3 If you have a safety beltguide on your seat pull the safety belt all the way out through the guide H 4 Pullup on the seatback latch on the right rear of the front seat Push the seatb...

Page 21: ...1 Lowertheseat into position Make surethe front retainers are hooked onto the anchor pins 111 the seat down to latch the rear retainers Make sure the seat is locked in by pulling up and down on the s...

Page 22: ...he safety belt with the release hole facing inward towardthe seat slide the plastic cover up so you cansee the buckle Disconnect theseat belt Slidethe cover back down and reinstallthe belt correctly N...

Page 23: ...y Belt Reminder Light in the Index In many states and Canadianprovinces the law says to wear safetybelts Here s why They work You never know if you llbe in a crash If you do have a crash you don t kno...

Page 24: ...safety beltsin vehicles thefacts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why SafetyBelts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as itgoes For example if the bike is going1...

Page 25: ...When the bike hits the block it stops But the child keeps going IPut someone on it 1 13...

Page 26: ...Get it up to speed Then stopthe vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stoppedby something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 14...

Page 27: ...r if you arebelted Q Why don t they just put in air bags sopeople won t haveto wear A Air bags or SupplementalInflatableRestraint systems are in some safety belts vehicles today and will be in more of...

Page 28: ...ind people to fasten their safety belts Unless the driver s safety beltis already buckled a chime will also sound How To Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This sectionis only for people of adult size...

Page 29: ...describesthe driver srestraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s howto wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat to seehow see Seats in the Index so...

Page 30: ...cure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety BeltExtender at theend of this section Make sure the releas6 button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle thesafetybelt quicklyif y...

Page 31: ...If you slid under it the belt would applyforce at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt shouldgo over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body...

Page 32: ...want it try to moveit up and down to make sure it is locked into place You can move the adjuster up from a lower positionjust by pushing up on it Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the...

Page 33: ...Q What s wrong with this A The shoulderbelt is too loose It won t give nearlyas much protection this way 1 21...

Page 34: ...Q What s wrong with this A The belt is over an armrest 1 22...

Page 35: ...Q What s wrong with this A The shoulder belt is worn under thearm It should be worn over the shoulder at all times 1 23...

Page 36: ...d across the body To unlatch the belt just push the buttonon the buckle The belt should go back outof Ithe way Before you close the door be sure the belt is out of the way If you slam the door on it y...

Page 37: ...Driver s Facial Air Bag System This section explains the Driver s Facial Air Bag system Hereare the most important thingsto know 1 25...

Page 38: ...is a problem You will see thislight flash for a few seconds whenyou turn your ignitionto RUN or START Then the light should go out which means the system is ready Remember if the air bag readiness li...

Page 39: ...air bag is alsonot designed toinflate in rollovers side impacts or rear impacts where theinflation would provide no occupant protection benefit In anyparticular crash the determinationof whether the a...

Page 40: ...nts of smoke coming from ventsin the deflated air bag Some components of the air bag modulein the steering wheelhub may be hot for a short time but the portionof the bag that comesinto contact with yo...

Page 41: ...cial Air Bag Equipped Vehicle The facial air bag affects how yourvehicle should beserviced There are parts of the air bag systemin severalplaces around your vehicle You don t want the system to inflat...

Page 42: ...ront passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt See Driver Position earlier in this part Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Acci...

Page 43: ...plateinto the buckle untilit clicks If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it Pull up onthe latch plate to make sure it is secure If...

Page 44: ...this appliesforce to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely toslideunder thelap belt If you slid underit the belt would applyforce at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal inj...

Page 45: ...To unlatch thebelt just push the button on the buckle 1 33...

Page 46: ...Center Passenger Position Bench Seat Lap Belt if your vehicle has rear bench seats someone can sit in the center positions I 1 34...

Page 47: ...he end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to Children Everyone in a vehicle needsprotecti...

Page 48: ...Smaller Children and Babies 1 36...

Page 49: ...w thatchildren are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rear seat unless the child is a...

Page 50: ...Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Position You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier section about the top strap if the child restrainthas one 1 Put the restraint on the seat Fo...

Page 51: ...shoulderbelt goes in front of the child s face or neck putit behind the child restraint 5 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt q...

Page 52: ...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 Securinga Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position When you secur...

Page 53: ...e to unbucklethe safety belt quickly if you ever had to 6 To tighten the belt pull its freeend while you push downon the child restraint 7 Push and pullthe child restraint in differentdirectionsto be...

Page 54: ...ild in thechild restraint as the instructionssay 3 Pick upthe latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portionsof the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instruct...

Page 55: ...he shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint To remove thechild restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt...

Page 56: ...he child can wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide Accident statistics showthat children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But they need...

Page 57: ...he center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt stillis 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 so sma...

Page 58: ...aroundyou you should use it But if a safetybelt isn t long enoughto fasten your dealer will order you an extender It s free When you go in to orderit take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extend...

Page 59: ...e cut or damaged replace them Collisiondamage also may mean you will needto have safety belt orseat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt wasn t being used...

Page 60: ...P 0 The model number on the replacement belt must be listed on the safety belt you want to replace Pull the shoulderbelt allthe way out to see this label 1 48...

Page 61: ...ion of vehicle symbols refer to VehicleSymbols in the Introduction Keys 2 3 Your Doors and How They Work 2 5 DoorLocks 2 8 Theft NewVehicle Break In 2 11 2 12 Ignition Switch 2 13 Starting Your Engine...

Page 62: ...Beam 2 32 WindshieldWipers 2 32 Windshield Washer 2 33 RearWindow WiperNasher 2 34 Cruise Control 2 35 Lights 2 4 1 Mirrors 2 4 5 SunVisors 2 4 7 CigaretteLighterlAshtrays 2 4 8 Assist Handles 2 4 9 S...

Page 63: ...Keys 2 3...

Page 64: ...a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep the plugs in a safe place If you lose your keys you llbe able to have new ones made easily using these plugs NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of new...

Page 65: ...and How They Work Side Doors To open the front side door from the outside grasp the handle and pull thedoor open To open the front side door from the inside pull the levertoward you and push the door...

Page 66: ...dingside door pull the handle towardthe back and slide the door to the rear untilit latches in the open position To close thesliding side door pull the handle toward the front to release the rear latc...

Page 67: ...l on the latch release handle in the inside of the door To close therear doors close the left door first Check to make sure both doors are completelyclosed The rear doors have a check assembly to keep...

Page 68: ...the doors push in on the clip and lift the check assembly up off the mounting bracket Do this on each door Replace the assemblies thesame way See the caution under Swing Out Windows in this section Do...

Page 69: ...d sliding side door slide the lock levers down To unlock the front doors and thesliding side door from the inside Slide the lock levers up Rear doors cannot be manually locked fromthe inside To unlock...

Page 70: ...door All models haveoverridingdoor locks Whena door is locked the door handle will not work the latch This will helpstop a door from being accidentallyopened However powerdoor locks do not affectthe...

Page 71: ...llylock whenthe hatch is shut If the hatch is partially closed the rear doors will lock and you will need to use the key or HATCH REL switch located to the left of the steering column to unlock them S...

Page 72: ...est to lockit up and take your keys But what if you have to leave yourignition key What if you have toleave something valuable in your vehicle Put your valuablesin a storage area out of sight Lock all...

Page 73: ...nserted the key NOTICE Prolonged operation of accessories in the ACC position could drain your battery and prevent you from starting your vehicle LOCK This position locks your ignition steering wheel...

Page 74: ...shift lever to P Park or N Neutral Your engine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart when you re already moving use N Neutral only NOTICE Don t try to shift to P Park if...

Page 75: ...ectrical parts or accessories you could change theway the fuel injection system operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform properly I...

Page 76: ...engine warm up Usually the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to startingyour vehicle To use the coolant heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap theelect...

Page 77: ...here we ask that youcontact a GM dealer in the area where you ll be parking your vehicle The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area Automatic Transmission There are several diffe...

Page 78: ...s part R Reverse Use this gear to back up NOTICE Shifting to R Reverse while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transmission Shift to R Reverse only after your vehicle is stopped To rock...

Page 79: ...but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on If you manually select 2 Second Gear the transmission willdrive in second gear You may usethis feature forreducing torque to the rear wheels...

Page 80: ...ove the vehicle Parking Brake To Set the Parking Brake I I Hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot If the ignitionis on the brake s...

Page 81: ...t to keep the trailer from moving Shifting lnto Pyy Park 1 Hold the brake pedal downwith your right foot and set the parking brake 3 Move the ignition key to LOCK 2 Movethe shift lever into P Park pos...

Page 82: ...hicle has a brake transmission shift interlock You have to fully apply your regular brakebeforeyou can shiftfrom P Park whenthe ignition is in the RUN position See Automatic Transmission in the Index...

Page 83: ...nt torque lock set the parking brake andthen shift into P Park properly before you leave the driver s seat To find out how see Shifting Into P Park in the Index When you are readyto drive move the shi...

Page 84: ...Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not to park withthe engine running But if youeverhave to here are some things to know 2 24...

Page 85: ...Follow the propersteps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into P Park in the Index If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 2 25...

Page 86: ...for extra traction This is like four wheel drive but there is no separate lever or switch to engageor disengage the front axle It is fully automatic and adjusts itself as needed for road conditions Wi...

Page 87: ...r s door has a switch for the front passenger window as well Your power windows will not move unless the ignition has been turned to RUN Swing Out Windows To open your swing out windows pull up on the...

Page 88: ...is to the left of the steering column It will release the rear hatch The vehicle mustbe in P Park or N Neutral to releasethe hatch and unlock the split panel doors The hatch will release withor witho...

Page 89: ...allows youto adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can also raise it to the highestlevel to give yourlegs more room when you exit and enterthe vehicle To tilt the wheel hold thesteering wheel...

Page 90: ...Beam WindshieldWipers 0 WindshieldWasher CruiseControl Option Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward for Right and two downward for Left positions These positions allow y...

Page 91: ...r is used Withthis flasher installed thesignal indicator will flash even if a turnsignal bulb is burned out Check thefront and rear turn signal lights regularly to make sure theyare working Operation...

Page 92: ...h to low pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you Then release it Windshield Wipers When the high beams are on this blue indicator lighton the instrument panelalso will be on You control the...

Page 93: ...ell enough to drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice and snowfrom the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do beco...

Page 94: ...rsystem Also water doesn t clean as well as washerfluid Fill your washer fluid tankonly 3 4 full whenit s very cold This allows for expansion which could damage the tank if it is completely full 0 Don...

Page 95: ...tem uses the same fluid tank asthe windshield washer system The rear window washersystem will runout of fluid before the windshield washer system indicatingyou need to check your fluid level and fill...

Page 96: ...To Set Cruise Control 0 Move the Cruise Control switchto ON Get upto the speed you want Push in the set button at the end of the lever and release it Take yourfoot off the acceleratorpedal 2 36...

Page 97: ...the Cruise Control switch from ON to R A Resume Accelerate and hold it for about half a second You ll go right back upto your chosen speed and staythere Remember if you holdthe switch at R A Resume Ac...

Page 98: ...lever then release the button and the accelerator pedal You ll nowcruise at the higher speed Here s the second M Move the Cruise switch fromON to WA Resume Accelerate Hold it there until you get up to...

Page 99: ...n you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slowdown to theCruise Control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well yourCruise Control will work on hills depends upon your...

Page 100: ...e are two ways to turn off the Cruise Control Step lightlyon the brake pedal Move the Cruise switch to OFF To Erase Speed Memory When you turnoff the Cruise Control or the ignition your Cruise Control...

Page 101: ...turn offall your lights Turn the dial above the light switchesto the left to dim yourinstrument panel lights Turn thedial to the right to brighten yourinstrumentpanel lights If you turn the dial all t...

Page 102: ...e the rightside of the switchto turn thefog lamps on and theleft side of the switchto turn them off A warning light in the switch will remind you that yourfog lights are on Remember fog lamps alone wi...

Page 103: ...uced brightness in daylight when 0 The ignition is on 0 The headlight switch is off and 0 The parking brake is released When you turn on yourheadlights the DRL will switch off and the exterior lights...

Page 104: ...when you open any of the doors You can also turnon the dome lights by turning the dimmer dial to the right until it clicks You may have the optional reading lights next to the dome lights Turn the li...

Page 105: ...ual If the switch is OFF the interior lights will not come on when anyof the vehicle doors are open It ison the instrumentpanel abovethe radio If you have the optionalreading lamps they willstill oper...

Page 106: ...thetab back towards you for night driving Outside Mirrors Adjust your outside mirrors by hand so you canjust see the side of your vehicle Your outside mirrors canalso be folded inor out Push the mirr...

Page 107: ...ide the switch to the middle off position Convex Outside Mirror Your right side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat Sun VisorsNanity Mirrors...

Page 108: ...o When it s ready it will pop back byitself Don t hold a cigarettelighter in with your hand while it is heating If you do itwon t be able to back away from the heating element when it s ready That can...

Page 109: ...ys If you do cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them onfire causing damage Assist Handles Assist handles are located on the inside front and center vehicle pillars Grasp them as necessary...

Page 110: ...an optional sliding tray storagecompartment it is under thefront passenger seat To open the compartment slide the latch in the top handle and pullthe tray forward To open youroptional beverage cooler...

Page 111: ...he door back Use the strapsto secureitems Instrument Cluster Your instrument cluster is designed tolet you know ata glancehow your vehicle is running You ll know howfast you re going about how much fu...

Page 112: ...Switch 9 Rear A C Switch 10 Interior Light Override Switch 11 Audio System 12 ConvenienceTray 13 Glove Box 14 Ashtray 15 CigaretteLighter 16 Hood Release Handle 17 HazardWarningFlasher 18 IgnitionSwi...

Page 113: ...and kilometers per hour kdh Your odometer shows howfar your vehicle has been driven in either miles usedin the US or kilometers used in Canada Tamper Resistant Odometer Standard Cluster Digital Clust...

Page 114: ...reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer Standard Cluster m Digital Cluster The trip odometer can tellyou how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometerto z...

Page 115: ...with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may beor is a problem withone of your vehicle s functions Often gagesand warning lights work togetherto lety...

Page 116: ...longerto stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towedfor service See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index The brake system warninglight will also come on whenYOU set your parking brake andit will...

Page 117: ...or electrical malfunctions and the light tells you if there is a problem You will see this light flash for a few seconds whenyou turn your ignition to RUN or START Then thelight should go out which me...

Page 118: ...is not running as a check to show youit is working Ifit does not come on at all haveit fixed right away If it stays on or it comes on while you are driving the computer is indicating that you have a p...

Page 119: ...the electrical charging system It could indicate that you have a loose accessory drive belt or another electrical problem Have it checked right away Driving while this light is on could drain your ba...

Page 120: ...he DRL indicator light is on the lower left of the standard cluster If you have the digital cluster it is on the top left Headlight High Beam Indicator Light The high beam indicatoris on whenever you...

Page 121: ...For more details see Turn andLane Change Signal inthis part Gages Fuel Gage Standard Cluster Digital Cluster The fuel gage tells you how muchfuel you have remaining when the ignition is on When the g...

Page 122: ...der Fluid Capacities Oil Pressure Gage Standard Cluster Digital Cluster The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi pounds per square inch when the engine is running Canadian vehicles i...

Page 123: ...engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer movesto the H red side your engine is too hot It means that your engine coolant has overheated If you have been operating your vehicle under normal drivi...

Page 124: ...n the ignitionis running the gage shows the condition of the charging system Readings between the low and high warning zones indicate the normal operating range Readings in either warning zone indicat...

Page 125: ...des of your vehicle Load your cargo so that it rests on the slats and does not scratch or damage the vehicle Put the cargo against the side rails and fasten it securely to theluggage carrier Put the m...

Page 126: ...ceperson Attach the harness to the trailer then tapeor strap it to your vehicle s frame rail Be sure you leave it loose enough so the wiring doesn t bend or break but notso loose that it drags on the...

Page 127: ...Notes...

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Page 129: ...4 Heating AirConditioning System 3 5 RearHeater 3 6 Rear Air Conditioning 3 6 Rear Window Defogger 3 7 Engine Coolant Heater 3 8 Audiosystems 3 8 FM Stereo 3 8 AMStereo 3 8 How to Operate Your ETR AM...

Page 130: ...er or the air conditioning fanis running Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction suchas leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reduci...

Page 131: ...direct the flow of air or close the vents altogether When you close a vent it will increase the flow of air corning out of any vents that are open If your vehicle doesn t have air conditioning there...

Page 132: ...floor vents andfront side windows Use this when you get fog or ice on the windshield HTR Heater Most of the air comes out near the floor The rest comes out from the defroster vents under the windshie...

Page 133: ...ever can be moved tofour differentfunctions DEFROST The setting with the defrost symbol operates the defroster Most of the air comes out near the windshield with some going to the floor vents and side...

Page 134: ...way to Cold MAX A C lets in only a little air from theoutside You can use MAX A C at first when it s really hot outside and you need to cool off quickly When the air conditioning defrost or Blend is o...

Page 135: ...h snow orice as possible before using the rear window defogger To turn on the rear window defogger find the switch marked REAR DEFOG on your instrument panel to theleft of the steering column Press th...

Page 136: ...adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage 0 Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting Increase volum...

Page 137: ...tionof sound equipment that has been added improperly So before adding sound equipment check withyour dealer and be sure to check Federal rules covering mobileradio and telephone units How to OperateY...

Page 138: ...Tune in the station Push SET SETappears in the VF display for a few seconds Within 5 seconds push one of the four pushbuttons Whenever you push that button the preset station will return NOTE Up to t...

Page 139: ...isplay the time The control behindthe upper knob moves the sound between your left and right speakers The LowerKnob Turn thelower knob to choose radio stations Push it to get AM or FM The control behi...

Page 140: ...Within 5 seconds push two buttons nextto each otherat the sametime Whenever you push thatpair of buttons the preset station will return Repeat these steps for each pairof buttons SCAN Button When you...

Page 141: ...y the station It tells you thetime When the ignitionis off push the knobto display the time It allows you to hear the otherside of the tape Press knob whilethe cassette is playing The control behind t...

Page 142: ...s Within 5 seconds push one of the four pushbuttons Wheneveryou push that button the preset station will return Repeat these steps for each pushbutton NOTE You can preset3 more stationson each bandby...

Page 143: ...The longer side with the tape visible goes infirst If you hear nothingor hearjust garbled sound it may not bein squarely PushSTOP E JECTto remove the tape and start over Once the tape is playing use...

Page 144: ...ionis off push the knob to display 0 It allows you to hear theother side of the tape Press the knob while the cassette is playing The control behind the upper knob moves the sound between your left an...

Page 145: ...station 0 Push SET SETappears in the VF displayfor afew seconds 0 Within 5 seconds push one of the four pushbuttons Whenever you push thatbutton the presetstation will return Repeat these steps for ea...

Page 146: ...hingor hearjust garbled sound itmay not bein squarely Push STOP EJECT to remove the tape and start over Once the tape is playing use the upper and lower knobs for volume and balance just asyou do for...

Page 147: ...should becleaned regularly each monthor after every 15hours of use If you notice a reduction in sound quality try a known good cassette to see if the tape or the player is at fault If this other casse...

Page 148: ...ound from the radio or CD player stops By pressing the knobagain or by turning the VOL knob to theright sound will begin again Lefmight Speaker Control The control ring behind the upper knob allows yo...

Page 149: ...ou press that button the preset station will return Clock To set the clock just Press the SET button The radio may be on or off Within 5 seconds pressandhold either SEEK to increase the minutes or 4 S...

Page 150: ...dirty scratched or wet Too much moisture is in the air If there is wait about one hour and try again RCL Press RCL to see what trackis playing Pressit again within5 seconds to see how longit has been...

Page 151: ...rt at track 1when you reinsert it Anti Theft Feature Delco LOC II is an Anti Theft feature forthe compact disc player It can be used or ignored If ignored the system plays normally If it is used your...

Page 152: ...was successful If the display indicatesSEC the numbers did not match and the unit is still secured will show the numbers as entered Disabling The Theft System 1 2 3 4 5 6 Depress presets1 and 4 for 5...

Page 153: ...the edge Be sure never to touch thesignal surface when handling discs Pick updiscs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole andthe outer edge Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can w...

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Page 155: ...s We ve also included many other useful tips on driving Defensive Driving Drunken Driving I Control of a Vehicle Braking 4 5 Steering 4 7 Steering Tips 4 8 Passing 4 10 Loss of Control 4 11 Driving at...

Page 156: ...toll claiming thousands of victims every year Alcohol takes away three things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle Judgment MuscularCoordination Vision Police records show thatalmost half of all moto...

Page 157: ...e if the same persondrank three double martinis 3 ounces or90 ml of liquor each within an hour the person s BAC would be closeto 0 12 percent A person who consumes food just before or during drinking...

Page 158: ...d showers will speed that up I ll be careful isn t the right answer What if there s an emergency a need to take sudden action as whena child darts into the street A person with a higher BAC might not...

Page 159: ...me Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction timeis about 314 of a second But that s onlyan average It might beless with one driver and as longas two or three...

Page 160: ...sist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brakes ABS Your vehicle has an advanced electronicbraking system that can help you keep it under control...

Page 161: ...have anti lock brakes To Use Four wheel Anti Lock Don t pumpthe brakes Just hold the brake pedal down and let anti lock work for you You may feel the brakes vibrate or you may notice some noise but th...

Page 162: ...n theacceleratorpedal steer the vehicle the way you wantit to go and slow down Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust yo1 speed Of course the posted speeds are based on good weather...

Page 163: ...ng at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find sometimethat your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulderwhile you re driving If the levelof th...

Page 164: ...f the road seems empty of approaching traffic 0 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportunity Forone thing followingtoo closely reduces your area of vision...

Page 165: ...nsive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possible The three types of skids correspond to your...

Page 166: ...m ABS helps avoid only the braking skid Driving at Night Night drivingis more dangerous than daydriving One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs with night vision...

Page 167: ...ights slow down a little Avoid staring directlyinto the approaching lights Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glareat night is made much worse by dirt on the g...

Page 168: ...signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It s wiseto keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled Replace your windshield wiper in...

Page 169: ...behydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There justisn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Tu...

Page 170: ...t they have their own specialrules The most importantadvice on freewaydriving is Keep up with traffic and keep to the right Driveat the same speed mostof the other drivers are driving Too fast or too...

Page 171: ...t plan to make too many miles thatfirst part of thejourney Wear comfortableclothing and shoes you can easilydrive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s r...

Page 172: ...re are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep youreyes moving Scanthe road ahead and to thesides Check your mirrors and your instrumentsfrequently If...

Page 173: ...b the hill better Stay in your ownlane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Don t swing wideor cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane As y...

Page 174: ...d cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be drivingunder severeconditions include a small bagof sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide tracti...

Page 175: ...e Your anti lock brakes improve your ability to make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though youhave an anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement...

Page 176: ...ummon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a...

Page 177: ...the vehicle and possiblyfor signaling later on with yourheadlights Let the heater run for awhile Then shut the engineoff and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine a...

Page 178: ...deTo Pull A Trailer If you do here are some importantpoints There are many different laws having todo with trailering Make sure your rig willbe legal not only where youlive but also where you ll be dr...

Page 179: ...sure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle The gross vehicle weight GVW includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo you may carry init and the people who willbe riding in...

Page 180: ...your exhaust can getinto your vehicle see Carbon Monoxide in the Index Dirt and water can too Safety Chains You should always attachchains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains...

Page 181: ...urrig Acquaint yourself with the feelof 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 so r...

Page 182: ...or sudden maneuvers Signal wellin advance Turn Signals When Towinga Trailer When you towa trailer your vehicle has to have a different turnsignal flasher and extra wiring The green arrows on your ins...

Page 183: ...brakes and hold the pedal down while you Start your engine Shift into a gear and Release the parking brake 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until thetrailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and...

Page 184: ...Notes 4 30...

Page 185: ...can occur on the road HazardWarningFlasher 5 2 OtherWarningDevices 5 3 Jumpstarting 5 3 TowingYourVehicle 5 7 Engine Overheating 5 11 Engine Fan Noise 5 18 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 18 Changing a Flat Ti...

Page 186: ...t they won tflash if you re braking Press the buttonin to make your front and rear turn signal lights flash onand off Your hazard warning flashers workno matter what position your key is in and even i...

Page 187: ...follow the stepsbelow to do it safely I NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result incostly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be coveredby your warranty Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pu...

Page 188: ...omatic transmissionin P Park or a manual transmission in N Neutral If you havea four wheel drive vehicle with a manual transfercase shift lever be sure the transfer case is not in N Neutral needed and...

Page 189: ...Connect the redpositive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with thedead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle hasone Dead Battery 7 Don t let the other end touch metal Conne...

Page 190: ...to the battery is much less Now start the vehicle with the good bat yand run the engine for a while Try to start the vehicle withthe dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs...

Page 191: ...e front with sling type equipment That your vehicle has rear wheeldrive or that it has the The make model and year of your vehicle all wheel drive option 0 Whether you can still move theshift lever 0...

Page 192: ...drive don t have it towed on the rear wheels unless you must If a vehicle with rear wheel drive must be towedon the rear wheels don t go more than 35 mph 56 kmh or farther than 50 miles 80 km or your...

Page 193: ...gfrom the front Towing From the Front Except AII Wheel Drive m G L IL NOTICE Do not tow with sling type equipment or the front bumper system will be damaged Use wheel lift or car carrier equlpment Add...

Page 194: ...e rear bumper system will be damaged Use wheel lift or car carrier equipment Additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment Use safety chains and wheel straps If your vehicle has theall...

Page 195: ...ating If Steam Is Coming From Your Enaine NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by your...

Page 196: ...a trafficjam shift to N Neutral window as necessary If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about ten minutes If the warningdoesn tcome backon you can...

Page 197: ...be at or above FULL If it isn t you may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pumpor somewhere else in thecooling system NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without c...

Page 198: ...in the Indexfor more information about the proper coolant mix I NOTICE In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant When the...

Page 199: ...How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 5 15...

Page 200: ...surecap slowly to the left until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss waitfor that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Thenkeep turnin...

Page 201: ...p off 6 Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch outfor the engine fan 7 By this time the coolant levelinside the radiator filler neck may be lower...

Page 202: ...ise when you start the engine It will go away as the fan clutch disengages If a Tire Goes Flat It s unusualfor atire to blowout while you redriving especially if you maintain your tires properly If ai...

Page 203: ...tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damageby driving slowlyto a level place Turn on your hazard warning flashers I Flat Tire L U Blocked Tire c The following steps will tell you howto use the...

Page 204: ...ng the passenger sidewall I To remove yourjack cover takeoff the plastic wingnut by turning it to the left Lift up on thelatch and pull the jack cover off Remove the wheel blocks andjack by turning th...

Page 205: ...ing the wing nut to the left Removethe wing nutand retainer and takeout the ratchet and extension and extension by 1 Nut 2 Washer 3 Wheel Blocks 4 Jack Lifthead 5 Jack 6 Jacking Instructions Tag 7 Nut...

Page 206: ...Spare Tire Your spare tire is stored underneath your vehicle You will use the ratchetand extension to lower the spare tire 5 22...

Page 207: ...hrough the hole in the rear door frame above the bumper Be sure the flat end connectsinto the hoist shaft Turn the ratchetto the left to lower the spare tire to the ground Keep turning the ratchet unt...

Page 208: ...blocks I Thejack has a bolt on the end Attach the socket end of the extensionto the jack bolt like this Attach the ratchetto the extension with the UP side facingyou Rotate the ratchet to the right Th...

Page 209: ...l trim If you have an aluminum hubcap remove it by using the flat end of the extension Pry along theedge of the cap until it comes off Be careful the rim edges may be sharp Don t try to remove it with...

Page 210: ...heel fit the flat end of the extension into the notch and pop the hubcap off P P With DOWN facing you use the ratchet and socket to loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them I A 6 5 in 16 5 cm B 12...

Page 211: ...all off the jack Be sureto fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising your vehicle Raise the vehicle by rotating the ratchet to the right Make sure the UP marking faces you Raise t...

Page 212: ...Take off the flat tire Remove any rustor dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel Placethe spare on the wheel mounting surface 5 28...

Page 213: ...he wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub Lower the vehicleby rotating theratchet to the left Lower the jack comp...

Page 214: ...in a criss cross sequence as shown Rotate the ratchet to the right with theUP marking facing you NOTICE Wheel covers won t fit on your compact spare If you try to put a wheel cover on your compact spa...

Page 215: ...gle through the hole in the rear door frame above the bumper Turn theratchet to the right until the tire is againstthe underside of the vehicle You will hear two c1icks when thetire is all the way Try...

Page 216: ...ze tire repaired or replaced whereyou want Of course it s bestto replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in goodshape in case you need itagain I...

Page 217: ...ssionback and forth you can destroy your transmission I Rocking your vehicle to get it out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels Then shift ba...

Page 218: ...Notes...

Page 219: ...eoil 6 9 Enginecover 6 15 Air Cleaner 6 19 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 20 RearAxle 6 24 All WheelDrive 6 24 Transfercase 6 24 FrontAxle 6 25 Engine Coolant 6 26 WindshieldWasherFluid 6 31 Brake Mas...

Page 220: ...how to service your vehicle thanthis manual can To order the proper service manual see ServicePublications inthe Index Your vehicle hasa facial air bag system Before attemptingto do your own service...

Page 221: ...so you should not haveto add anythingto the fuel In the U S andCanada it s easyto be sureyou get the right kind of gasoline unleaded You ll see UNLEADED right on the pump And only unleaded nozzles wi...

Page 222: ...emission control system working properly It s good for your vehicle and you ll be doing your part for cleaner air Many gasolines are now blended with oxygenates General Motors recommends thatyou use...

Page 223: ...sor will be damaged Allof that means costly repairs that wouldn t be covered by your warranty To check on fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the co...

Page 224: ...hile refueling hang the cap inside the fuel door To take off the cap turn it slowly to the left counter clockwise The fuel filler door release button is in the upper cornerof the driver s side stepwel...

Page 225: ...ICE If you need a new cap be sure to get the right type Your dealer can get one for you If you get the wrong type it may not fit or have proper venting and your fuel tank and emissions system might be...

Page 226: ...r and put the hood propinto the slot in the hood Before closingthe hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Thenlift the hood to relieve pressure onthe hood prop Remove the hood prop from the...

Page 227: ...ck your engine oil every time you getfuel In order to get an accurate reading the oilmust be warm andthe vehicle must be on level ground Turn off the engine and give the oila few minutes to drain back...

Page 228: ...t or below theADD line then you ll need to add some oil But you must use the rightkind This section explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Ind...

Page 229: ...midyear 1993 oils of the proper quality for your vehicle will be identified with this new starburst symbol The starburst symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American PetroleumInsti...

Page 230: ...FOR ONEOFTHESE LABELS SAE 1OW 30 SAE 5W 30 PREFERRED IF NEITHER SAE 5W 30 NOR SAE 1OW 30 GRADE OILS AREAVAILABLE SAE 30 GRADE MAY BE USEDATTEMPERATURES ABOVE 40 DEGREES F 4 DEGREES C ANYOTHER GRADE OI...

Page 231: ...30 0 Energy Conserving I1 Oils with these words on thecontainer will help you savefuel These three things are usually included in a doughnut shaped logo symbol on mostcontainers If you cannot find oil...

Page 232: ...lantheater can be a big help if you have to park outsidein very cold weather 0 F 18 C or colder If your vehicle has this option see EngineCoolant Heater in the Index What to Do with Used Oil Did youkn...

Page 233: ...our vehicle behind the instrumentpanel extension To Remove the Engine Cover 1 Move bothfront seats as far back as they willgo 1 2 Remove the instrumentpanel extensionby removing the two screws and two...

Page 234: ...he bottom of the extension Lift up and then pull out 5 Disconnectthe electrical connector for the cigarettelighter Set the extension aside 6 Grasp the top of the heater duct and pull down gently to re...

Page 235: ...7 Remove the bolt from the engine cover bracket 8 Loosen the nut and movethe bracket out of the way 9 Lift up on each of the twolatches at the bottom of the cover 6 17...

Page 236: ...intothe vehicle andslide it all the way forward Make sure the rubber seal is over the latches 2 Install the two screws at the engine cover Do not tighten the screws all the way 3 Press downon each of...

Page 237: ...3L engine VIN Code Z with the round air cleaner you must first remove the engine cover before changingthe filter See Engine Cover earlier in this section After removing the engine cover unscrew the wi...

Page 238: ...If the air cleaner is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner in place when you re driving Automatic T...

Page 239: ...rive the vehicle in D 3rd Gear until the engine temperature gage moves and then remains steady for ten minutes Then followthe hot check procedures To check transmissionfluid cold A cold check is made...

Page 240: ...t with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all three seconds and then pullit back out again I the way wait 3 Check both sidesof the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be i...

Page 241: ...area for acold check or the HOT area for ahot check It doesn t take much fluid generally less than a pint Don t overfill We recommend you use onlyfluid labeled DEXRON I11or DEXRON IIE because fluids...

Page 242: ...he level to the bottom of thefiller plug hole What to Use Refer tothe Maintenance Scheduleto determinewhat kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids andLubricants in the Index All Wheel IDrive I...

Page 243: ...cheduleto 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 of...

Page 244: ...to 20 F 29 C or 34 F 37 C in 0 Give boiling protection upto 258 F 125 C 0 Protect against rust and corrosion 0 Help keep the properengine temperature 0 Let the warning gages work as they should Canad...

Page 245: ...oolant level when the engine is cold and follow the steps under Adding Coolant for the properway to add coolant If you have to addcoolant more than four times a year have yourdealer check yourcooling...

Page 246: ...ToAdd Coolant 3 If youneedmore coolant add the proper mix at the coolant recovery tank Add coolantmix at the recovery tank but be careful not to spill it 6 28...

Page 247: ...e on the radiator filler neck When youreplace your radiator pressure cap an AC cap is recommended See ServiceReplacement Part and Filler Recommendations in the Index Thermostat Engine coolant temperat...

Page 248: ...lookat the fluid levelon the dipstick When the engine compartmentis hot the level should be at the HOT mark When the engine compartmentis cool the level should be atthe FULL COLD mark What to Add Refe...

Page 249: ...d washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for addingwater 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...

Page 250: ...of the brake system If it is you should have your brake systemfixed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well or won t workat all So it isn t a good ideato top off your brake...

Page 251: ...udo need brake fluid use onlyDOT 3 brake fluid such as Delco SupremeII GM P a r tNo 1052535 Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only and always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap before remov...

Page 252: ...drum brakesdon t have wearindicators but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake linings inspected Also the rear brake drums shouldbe removed and inspected each time the tires...

Page 253: ...brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someoneputs in the wrong replacement brake parts Hydro Boost Brake System The power stee...

Page 254: ...ent Oshawa Ontario L1J 5Z6 Fluid Leak Check After the vehicle has been parkedfor awhile inspect the surfacebeneath the vehicle for water oil fuel or other fluids Water dripping from theair conditionin...

Page 255: ...Pull the bezelout so you can see the parkingkurn signal sockets I Press thetab and turn the socketto the left to remove the socket from the bezel If the socket does not have a tab turn the socketto t...

Page 256: ...t Parkingflurn Signal Lights 1 Openthe hood 2 Remove the four screwsfrom the headlightbezel Pull the bezelout so you can see the parkinghum signal sockets 6 38 3 Press thetab and turn the socketto the...

Page 257: ...lb and replaceit with the new bulb 5 Reverse steps 1 3 to reinstall the headlight Rear Lights I Open the rear door 2 Removethetwo screws behind the door 3 Pull out the taillight assembly so you can se...

Page 258: ...bezel If the socket does not have a tab turn the socket to the left to removethe socket from the bezel 5 Pull out the bulb and replaceit with the new bulb Center High Mounted StopLamp CHMSL Your CHMSL...

Page 259: ...ithseveralbelts The belt runs over or around the pulleys onthe engine A tensioner is used to keep the belt tight at all times The tensioner also makes replacing the belt easier If you need toreplace t...

Page 260: ...hat would cause moisture to enter thecables Hood Latches and Hood Hinge Refer to the Maintenance Scheduleto determine how tolubricatethe hood latch and hood hinge assembly Sliding Door Tracks Your veh...

Page 261: ...lubricant and cause the lock to bind De icers which contain alcohol could also wash away the lubricant so be sure tolubricate the lock after using a de icer of this type Exhaust System To help preven...

Page 262: ...he driver s door The label shows thesize of your originaltires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weightcapacity of your vehicle This is called the GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating...

Page 263: ...sk your dealerto help you load your vehicle the right way I NOTICE Your warranty doesnot cover parts or components that fail because of overloading If you put thingsinside your vehicle like suitcases...

Page 264: ...ightof these things from the payload Your dealer can help you withthis Trailering Package If your vehicle comes with the Trailering Package there is also a load rating which includes the weight of the...

Page 265: ...oesn t cover parts or components that fail because of overloading Tires We don t make tires Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer These tires are warranted...

Page 266: ...reoverloading 0 Bad wear 0 Bad handling 0 Bad fuel economy If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get Unusualwear 0 Badhandling 6 Roughride 6 Needless damage from road hazards When to C...

Page 267: ...not include compact spare tire in rotation If your vehicle has front tires with different load ratings or tread designs such as allseason vs on off road than the reartires don t rotate your tires fro...

Page 268: ...puncture cut or other damage thatcan tbe repaired well because of the size or location of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind andsize of tires you need look at the CertificationEire lab...

Page 269: ...specifiedgovernment test course For example a tire graded 150would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on thegovernment course as atire graded 100 The relative performanceof tires depends upon the...

Page 270: ...es While the tires available as standard or optional equipment on General Motors vehicles may vary with respect to these grades all such tires meet General Motors performance standards and have been a...

Page 271: ...replace them only withnew GM original equipmentparts This way you will be sure to have theright wheel wheelbolts and wheel nutsfor your GM model NOTICE The wrong wheel can also cause problems with be...

Page 272: ...instructions Ifyou can hear the chains contacting yourvehicle stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow down until it stops Driving too fast with chains on will damage yourvehicle Appeara...

Page 273: ...rt Wipe vinyl or leather with a clean damp cloth Your GM dealer has two GMcleaners a solvent type spot lifter and a foam type powdered cleaner They will clean normal spots and stains very well Do not...

Page 274: ...lines container label suds NOTICE Be careful witha hair dryer or heat lamp You could scorchthe fabric 0 Wipe with a clean cloth Using Solvent Type Cleaneron Fabric First see if you have touse solvent...

Page 275: ...sh wax crayon tar and asphalt will stain if left on a vehicle seat fabric They shouldbe removed as soon aspossible Be careful because the cleaner will dissolve themandmay causf 1 to spread Non Greasy...

Page 276: ...of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry Glass Glass should be cleanedoften GM Glass Cleaner GM Part No 1050427 or a liquid householdglass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films Don t...

Page 277: ...hand dish or carwashing mild detergent soaps Don t usecleaning agents that contain acid orabrasives All cleaning agents should beflushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface or they couldsta...

Page 278: ...have aluminum wheels don t use an automatic vehicle wash that has hard silicon carbide cleaning brushes These brushes can take off the protective coating Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrip...

Page 279: ...n water Clean any areas where mud andother debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody vehicle washing system can do...

Page 280: ...r or vinyl 1050244 16oz 0 473L Fabric Cleaner Spot and stain removal on cloth and fabric Glass cleaning and spot cleaning on vinyls 23 oz 0 680L Glass Cleaner 1050427 1050429 6 lbs 2 72 kg Multi Purpo...

Page 281: ...fier for your vehicle It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel on the driver s side You can see it if you look through the windshield fromoutside your vehicle The VIN also app...

Page 282: ...Engine ldentification The eighth characterin your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacementparts cv t I I 4 l 6 64...

Page 283: ...urVIN the model designation 0 paint information and 0 a list of all production options and specialequipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle Add on Electrical Equipment NOTICE D...

Page 284: ...d right away Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motoroverheatsdue to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overl...

Page 285: ...d index finger and pullstraight out Be sure to use the correct fuse If you ever have a problem onthe road and don thave a spare fuse you can borrow one of the correct value Just pick some feature of y...

Page 286: ...n this manual is not the same as the part used in your vehicle when it was built or if you have anyquestions please contact yourGM truck dealer Engine Identification Engine Description Type VIN Code F...

Page 287: ...approximate After refill the level MUSTbe checked Crankcase Capacity ENGINE 4 3L 4 3L VIN CODE Z w QUANTITY Without Filter 4 Quarts 3 8 Liters 4 Quarts 3 8 Liters QUANTITY With Filter 4 5 Quarts 4 3...

Page 288: ...er AC Control Visor Vanity Mirror Lamps StepwellLamp Reading Lamp with RoofConsole Reading Lamp w o Roof Console Ashtray Lamp Heater orA C Control QUANTITY 2 2 2 4 2 1 1 Unit 2 3 1 2 4 3 4 2 1 2 TRADE...

Page 289: ...Lamp Brake WarningIndicatorLamp Transmission Indicator Dial Fog Lamps Safety Belt Warning Safety Belt Warning Daytime Running Lights Indicator Daytime RunningLights Indicator Anti lock Warning Indica...

Page 290: ...TWDM HRNlTL LPS ECM 8 0 L 3 SHUNT GAGES 0 Y 111 I I AUX HTR AIC STOPIHAZ TURN BlU HTR AIC RADIO Fuse Legend 5 Amp Tan 0 7 5 Amp Brown 0 10Amp Red 15 Amp Blue AIR BAG BRAKE DRL FRONT 0 15Amp Blue 0 20...

Page 291: ...eater Rear A C if equipped StopLamps Hazard Flash Digital Instrument Cluster HORN TL Headlamp Switch Tail and LMPS Parking Lamps Horn Relay TURN B U Direction Signal Flash Back Up Lamps HTR A C RADIO...

Page 292: ...line fuse Canadaonly In line fuse certain models Service Replacement Part and Filter Recommendations ENGINE VIN OIL FILTER AIR CLEANER FILTER PCV VALVE SPARK PLUGS FUEL FILTER RADIATOR CAP 4 3L 2 PF5...

Page 293: ...your Warranty and OwnerAssistance Information booklet Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity TYPE R l34a R 134a SYSTEM C 60 C 69 All Quantities Are Approximate FrontA C Only Front Rear A C QUANTITY 2 0...

Page 294: ...Notes...

Page 295: ...electingThe Proper Maintenance Schedule 7 3 Maintenance Schedule I 7 4 Maintenance ScheduleI1 7 6 Explanation of Scheduled MaintenanceServices 7 7 Owner Checks and Services 7 10 At Least Once a Month...

Page 296: ...s keep your vehiclein good working condition bur 11 also helps theenvironment All recommended maintenanceprocedures are important Improper vehicle maintenance or the removal of important components ca...

Page 297: ...ving and the Road use the proper fuel See Fuel in the Index Selecting The Proper Maintenance Schedule Your driving conditions and how you use your vehicle will help you determine which schedule to use...

Page 298: ...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 completionof vehicle usefu...

Page 299: ...MAlNTENANCE SCHEDULE continued THE SERVICES SHOWNON THIS CHART UP TO60 000 MILES 100000 km ARE TO BE DONE AFTER60 000 MILESAT THE SAME INTERVALS T1002 7 5...

Page 300: ...13 Tire and Wheel Rotation 0 0 14 Drive Axle Service 0 0 0 15 BrakeSystemsInspection Inspection Inspection AnEmissionControlService See Explanationof Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index The Ca...

Page 301: ...ine oil change whichever comes first Ball joints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 1 2 C or higher When the weather is cold let them warm up before lubric...

Page 302: ...or other damage Check the wire boot fit at the distributor and at the spark plugs Replace wires as needed Adjust timing to underhood label specifications Inspect the inside and outside of the distrib...

Page 303: ...ations drain fluid at every 15 000miles 24 135kilometers and refill Standard Differential Check fluid level and addas needed at every oil change In dusty areas or trailer towing applications drain flu...

Page 304: ...hey are low inflate them to the level specified on the Certification label See Inflation Tire Pressure inthe Index At Least Oncea Year Key Lock Cylinder Lubrication Lubricate key lock cylinders with o...

Page 305: ...cle is held by the parking brake only 0 To check the P Park mechanism s holding ability Apply the regular brake and shiftto T Park Release the manual parking brake then slowly release the regular brak...

Page 306: ...elerator or cruise control cables Replace any cables that have high effort or excessive wear Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for bro...

Page 307: ...cosity oilfor your vehicle s engine e g SAE 5W 30 See Engine Oil in the Index Mixture of water anda good quality ethylene glycol base antifreeze or an approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specif...

Page 308: ...eeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Catagory LBor GM Part No 1052497or equivalent or GC LB Wheel bearing lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Catagory GCor GC LB GM Part No 105 1344 Engine O...

Page 309: ...e Services is performed record the date odometer reading services performed list item numbers and who performed the servicesin the appropriate column In addition retain copiesof your receipts It is su...

Page 310: ...form these under hood checks at each fuel fill 0 Check the engine oil level and add if necessary Check the engine coolant level and add if necessary Check the windshield washer fluid level and add if...

Page 311: ...Release Lever See Page 6 7 Engine Oil See Page 6 9 Battery The Delco Freedom battery 1 1 t i I f i l I I I 1 1 Cooling System Check andadd coolantonlyat thecoolant recoverytank See Page 6 26 Windshie...

Page 312: ...Notes 7 18...

Page 313: ...tomer Satisfaction Procedure 8 2 Customer Assistancefor the Hearing or Speech Impaired TDD 8 3 GM Participation in BBB AUTO LINE Alternative Dispute Resolution Program 8 3 Reporting Safety DefectsTo T...

Page 314: ...of Canada CustomerAssistance Center in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French In Mexico call 525 254 3777 In Puerto Rico or U S Virgin Islands call 1 809 763 13 15 Inall oth...

Page 315: ...participation in this program Both Chevrolet and your Chevrolet dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfiedwith your new vehicle Our experience has shown ifa situation arises whe...

Page 316: ...ws may require you to use this program before filing a claim with a state run arbitration program or in the courts For further information contact the BBB at 1 800 955 5 100or the Chevrolet Customer A...

Page 317: ...oK1G 352 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hopeyou ll notify us Please callus at 1 800 222 1020 or wri...

Page 318: ...mith Tirerepair Rental car or taxi 0 Additional services as necessary The Roadside Assistance Center uses companies that will provide you with quality and priority service When roadside services are r...

Page 319: ...stered by your ChevroletlGeo dealership service management Claim amounts should reflect all actual costs 0 Chevrolet Geo CourtesyTransportation Program is not part of the BUMPER TO BUMPER New Vehicle...

Page 320: ...ll find in the index and how you can get one What You Find in the Index A list of PSP s published by Chevrolet in a model year 1990or later PSP s covering all models of Chevrolet carsor light trucks l...

Page 321: ...P s are at your participating Chevrolet dealer You can ask to see them A VERY IMPORTANT REMINDER These PSP s are meant for technicians They are not meant for the do it yourselfer Technicians have the...

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Page 325: ...osystems 3 8 AM Radio 3 9 AM FM Stereo Audio Cassette System with Equalizer 3 16 AM FM Stereo Audio Cassette System 3 13 AM FM Stereo Audio Compact Disc CD System 3 20 AM FM StereoAudioSystem 3 11 Ant...

Page 326: ...mentPanel 6 58 Outside of Vehicle 6 59 SpecialProblems 6 57 VinylorLeather 6 58 Windshield 6 58 AM Radio 3 10 AM FM Stereo Audio Compact Disc CD System 3 21 AM FM Stereo Audio System 3 12 AM FM Stereo...

Page 327: ...22 In Mud Sand Snow Or Ice 4 20 5 33 InRain 4 13 InWater 4 14 LossofControl 4 11 Nightvision 4 13 On Hill andMountain Roads 4 18 OnSnow or Ice 4 20 Passing 4 10 Skidding 4 11 Stuck in Deep Snow 4 22...

Page 328: ...42 Four wheel Anti lock 4 7 Frontseats 1 2 Fuel 6 3 FillingYourTank 6 5 ForeignCountries 6 5 Gage 2 61 Gasolines for Cleaner Air 6 4 Tankcapacity 6 69 FusesandCircuitBreakers 6 72 FuseBlock 6 67 Headl...

Page 329: ...LatchesandHinge 6 42 Release 6 7 Horn 2 29 Hydroplaning 4 15 I IfYou re Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 33 Inflation Tire Pressure 6 48 InstrumentCluster 2 52 Digital 2 53 Standard 2 53 Ignitionswitc...

Page 330: ...riodic Inspections 7 12 Record 7 15 Scheduled Maintenance 7 3 7 7 Underbody 6 61 When Towing a Trailer 4 23 Mirrors 2 45 Inside 2 45 Outside 2 46 Vanity 2 47 ModelReference 111 Odometer 2 54 Trip 2 54...

Page 331: ...aintSystems 1 47 DriverPosition 1 17 Extender 1 46 Lap ShoulderBelt 1 17 LargerChildren 1 44 PassengerPositions 1 30 1 34 Proper Wear 1 16 QuestionsandAnswers 1 15 ReplacingAfter a Crash 1 47 Shoulder...

Page 332: ...sors 2 47 Speedometer 2 53 T Theft 2 11 Thermostat 6 29 TiltWheel 2 29 Tires 6 4 7 Chains 6 54 ChangingAFlat 5 18 5 24 CompactSpare 5 32 InspectionandRotation 6 4 9 Loading 6 44 New 6 50 Pressure 6 48...

Page 333: ...5 3 Service Engine Soon 2 58 6 44 WashingYourVehicle 6 59 Weatherstrips 6 60 Wheels AlignmentandTireBalance 6 52 Aluminum 6 60 FrontBearings Two WheelDrive 6 41 Nut Torque 6 68 Replacement 6 52 Windo...

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