Chevrolet 1996 Express Owner'S Manual Download

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Summary of Contents for 1996 Express

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Page 3: ...duct afer that timewithoutfirther notice For vehiclesfirst sold in Canada substitute the name GeneralMotors o f Canada forGeneral Motors wherever it appears in this manual Copyright1996General Motors...

Page 4: ...manual Removing the Rear Seat 2 Lift the carpedmat flap at the inboard side of the seat base in the rear 1 Disconnect the quick release latch plates for the lap shoulder beltson the bench seat to be...

Page 5: ...Once thered handle is rotated up pull the handle to remove the locking pin 5 Stow the locking pin on the rear of the seat base in the hole that is provided 6 Repeat this procedure forthe other seat b...

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Page 7: ...hile driving such as a flat tire or overheated engine etc Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenanc...

Page 8: ...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 thismanual in it so the new owner canuse it Litho in U S A C9614 B First Ed...

Page 9: ...hat you need is the Index in the back of the manual It s an alphabetical list of all that s in the manual and the page number where you ll find it Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of...

Page 10: ...uld damage your vehicle In the notice area we tell you about somethingthat can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice wi...

Page 11: ...you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven DOOR LOCK UNLOCK FASTEN SEAT BELTS These symbols have to do with your lights SIGNALS ee TURN RUNNING 0 DAYTIME LAMPS FOG LAMPS 0 These symbols a...

Page 12: ...Model Reference This manual covers these models vi Passenger Van Cargo Van 1 Cab and Chassis...

Page 13: ...to use your safety beltsproperly You can also learn about some thingsyou should nut do with air bags and safety belts Seats and Seat Controls This part tells you about the seats how to adjust them tak...

Page 14: ...the seat is locked into place A CAUTION You can lose controlof the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or...

Page 15: ...the seat To raise the front of the seat move the right lever up To lower it move the right lever down To raise the rear of the seat move the left lever up To lower it move the left lever down Reclini...

Page 16: ...because it won t beagainst your body Instead it will bein front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neckor other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could g...

Page 17: ...seat that isn t locked into place properly can move around in acollision or sudden stop People in the vehiclecouldbe injured Be sure to lock the seat into place properly when installing it IA CAUTION...

Page 18: ...pulling up on the safety belt 2 At the floor remove the plastic trim covers in front of and behind the seat supports 3 Lift up on the latch lever located at the front of each seat support The latch l...

Page 19: ...located at the mid position of eachseat support Check that both sides of the seat are locked securely by trying to move the seat forward and backward A click should be heard whenthe seat is locked in...

Page 20: ...fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In...

Page 21: ...Why Safety BeltsWork When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes e Take the simplestvehicle Suppose it sjust a seat on wheels Put someoneon it 1 9...

Page 22: ...I 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 1 10...

Page 23: ...anel 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...

Page 24: ...rk ith 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 buckleup to get...

Page 25: ...river Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driverhas a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat to see h...

Page 26: ...is 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...

Page 27: ...the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pushing in to make sure it...

Page 28: ...is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way 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 sh...

Page 29: ...u can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in thewrong 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...

Page 30: ...y injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would bemuch too high In a crash you can slide under thebelt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones...

Page 31: ...eriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase thechance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much...

Page 32: ...twisted across the body 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 straightso it can wo...

Page 33: ...both the belt and your vehicle Supplemental Inflatable Restraint SIR System This part explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint SIR system or air bag system If it says SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RES...

Page 34: ...air bag is onlya supplemental restraint That is it works with safety belts but doesn t replace them CAUTION Continued CAUTION 0 Air bags are designed to work onlyin moderate to severe crashes where th...

Page 35: ...read how see the part ofthis manual called Children and the caution label on the right front passenger s safety belt AIR BAG There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows AIR...

Page 36: ...How the Air Bag System Works Where is the air bag The driver s air bag is in the middleof the steering wheel The right front passenger s air bagis in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 24...

Page 37: ...this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers side impacts or rear...

Page 38: ...the instrument panel for the right front passenger s bag will be hot for ashort time The part of the bag that comes into contact with you may be warm but it will never be too hot to touch There will...

Page 39: ...bag covers ServicingYour Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced There areparts of the air bag systemin several places around your vehicle You don t want the syste...

Page 40: ...t of the vehicle that could keep the air bags from working properly A Yes If you add things that change your vehicle s frame bumper system front end sheet metal or height they may keep the air bag sys...

Page 41: ...yone the key to making safety belts effectiveis wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt See Driver P...

Page 42: ...ate and pull the belt across you 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Don t let it get twisted Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pulled o...

Page 43: ...appart of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash thisapplies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slideunder the lap belt If you s...

Page 44: ...ash A 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 To unla...

Page 45: ...our vehiclehas rear bench seats someonecan sit in the center positions When you sit in a center seatingposition you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch...

Page 46: ...and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Smaller Children and Babies Except Cargo Vans with Passt r Air B I Smaller children and babies should...

Page 47: ...crash During a crash a baby will become so CAUTION Continued r I heavy youcan t hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on...

Page 48: ...ained in a child restraint However infants who should be restrained in a rear facing child restraint cannot ride safely in this vehicle The instructions for the restraint will saywhether it is the rig...

Page 49: ...eat We at General Motorstherefore recommend that you put your child restraintin a rearseat If your vehicle has a front passenger air bag neuer put a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger...

Page 50: ...bag Do not use a rear facing child restraint in this vehicle If a forward facing child restraint is suitable for your child always move the passenger seat asfar back as itwill go Keep in mind that an...

Page 51: ...hild in the child restraint asthe instructions say 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt throughor around the restraint The childrestraint instru...

Page 52: ...retractor while you push down on the child restraint 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 safe...

Page 53: ...partabout the top strapif the child restraint has one I 2 3 Make the belt as long aspossible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instruct...

Page 54: ...e you push down on the child restraint 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure If it isn t secure the restraint in a different place in the vehicle and cont...

Page 55: ...ur child always move the passenger seat as far back as it will go You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strapif the child restraint has one 1 If your vehicle has a f...

Page 56: ...belt Make surethe release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 6 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set...

Page 57: ...t unbuckle thevehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freelyagain and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Larger Children Children whohave ou...

Page 58: ...ogether and seriously injured A belt must be used by only one person at a time Q What if a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt but thechild is so small that the shoulder belt is very closeto the chil...

Page 59: ...way in a crash thechild might slide under thebelt 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 portio...

Page 60: ...keep asafety belt system from doing itsjob 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...

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Page 63: ...and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem Keys Leaving young children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reaso...

Page 64: ...lose your key you ll be able to have a new one made easily using this tag If you ever lose your key your dealer will be able to assist you with obtaining a new one NOTICE Your vehiclehas a number of n...

Page 65: ...eing thrown outof the vehicle ina crash if the doors aren t locked Wear safety b properly lock your doors and you will befar better off whenever you drive your vehicle To lock the door fromthe inside...

Page 66: ...he front portion of the 60 40 side swing out door 1 1 With this feature you can Printed In U S A I I to normal operation Rear CargoDoor I Move the button to the left to engage the r CHILD SECURITY LOC...

Page 67: ...s 0 0 0 0 Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See the instructionson battery replacement Check the distance You may be too far from your vehicle This product has a maximum range Che...

Page 68: ...s coded the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have only two transmitters matched to it Battery Replacement Under normal use the batteries in your key chain transmitter sho...

Page 69: ...door fromthe inside pull the lever toward you and push the door open 60140 Swing Out Side Door To open the 60 front portion of a 60 40 door from the inside pull the handle toward you and push open th...

Page 70: ...ide pull the handle on the side of the rear door and pull it toward you To close the side doors close the 40 rear door first Then close the 60 front door Check to make sure both doors are completely c...

Page 71: ...outside doorhandle to slide the door toward the front of the vehicle When the door slides shut completely it will be flush with the side of the body To open the sliding door from inside pull the handl...

Page 72: ...and slide the door toward the front of the vehicle to a closed position Make sure the door is completely shut before driving your vehicle To open the rear doors from the outside open the passenger si...

Page 73: ...to your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousnessand even death If youmust drive with the reardoors open or if electrical wiring or othercable connections must pass through thesea...

Page 74: ...to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Always do this Your steering wheel will be locked and so will your ignition and transmission And remember to lock the doors Park in a lighted...

Page 75: ...rake linings aren t yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlierreplacement Follow this breaking inguideline every time you get newbrake linings Don t towa trailer dur...

Page 76: ...ou can t turn it be sure it is all the way in Ifit is then turn the steeringwheel left and right while you turn the key hard But turn the key only with your hand Using a tool to force it could break t...

Page 77: ...l the way down for five more seconds or until it starts 3 If your engine still won t start or startsbut then stops wait 15 seconds and start over When the engine starts let go of the key and the accel...

Page 78: ...ion cord could overheat and cause a fire You could beseriouslyinjured Plug the cord intoa properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extensio...

Page 79: ...ery to prevent discharging your battery PARK P This locks your rear wheels It s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can t move easily A CAUTIO It is dangerous toge...

Page 80: ...th to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging yourtransmission see Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index NEUTRAL N In this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart whe...

Page 81: ...rol yourspeed as you go down steep mountainroads but then you would also want to use your brakesoff and on If you manually select SECOND 2 the transmission will drive in second gear You may use this f...

Page 82: ...vehicle Parking Brake To set the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot If the ignition is on the brake system warn...

Page 83: ...o do first to keep the trailer from moving Shifting I o 1 1 C P I A CAUTIJN I It can be dangerous toget out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brakefirmly set Y...

Page 84: ...n like this Pull the lever toward you Move the lever up as far as it will go 3 Move the ignition key to LOCK 4 Remove the key and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key i...

Page 85: ...ifting Into PARK P in the Index When you are ready to drive move the shift lever out of PARK P before you release the parking brake If torque lock doesoccur you may need to have another vehicle push y...

Page 86: ...iousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle wasdamaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when drivin...

Page 87: ...garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Blizzard in theIndex It can be dangerous toget out of your vehicle if the shiftlever isnot fully in PARK P with the parking...

Page 88: ...rear of the switch with the power window symbol on it to lower the window Push the front of the switch with the power window symbol on it to raise the window The driver swindow switch also has an exp...

Page 89: ...the edgeof the window swing the window out and push down the latch into the locked openposition Rear Swing Out Window To close the window pull the latch toward you and push down on the latch to lock i...

Page 90: ...swing out windows or reardoor s Make sure all windows are shut CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to itshighest speed with the setting on VENT HEAT BLEN...

Page 91: ...e vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever tolock the wheel in place Turn SignaVMultifunctionLever The...

Page 92: ...u complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows flash at twice the normal rate a signal bulb may be burned out and o...

Page 93: ...to HIGH To stop the wipers move the band to OFF Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper...

Page 94: ...you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 kmk or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work atspeeds below about 25 mph 40 krn...

Page 95: ...rpedal Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruisecontrol at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course shuts off the cruise control But you don t need to reset it Once you re go...

Page 96: ...ing 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 ea...

Page 97: ...go to the day mode full intensity This is known as parade mode The rest of the I P illumination will stay in the maximum dimming state full brightness dimming Turning the wheel up one more detent will...

Page 98: ...off Have your headlamp wiring checked right away if this happens Headlamps On Reminder A buzzer will sound when your headlamps are turned on and your ignition is in OFF LOCK or ACCESSORY If you need t...

Page 99: ...he parking brake As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp systemwhen you need it Dome Lamps The dome lampswill come on when you open the doors You can alsoturn the dome lampson by r...

Page 100: ...ss the button next to the lamp to turn the lamp on Press the button again to turn the lamp off If you have an underhood reel lamp it is located on the passenger side of the engine compartment The lamp...

Page 101: ...ric Outside Rearview Mirrors Option To use the lamp as a flashlight pull down on the lever located under the lamp unlocking the lamp and pull the lamp out The cord will unreel as you pull the lamp Whe...

Page 102: ...side rearview mirrors can be defrosted by pressing the switch next to the heater controls See Comfort Controls in the Index Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror...

Page 103: ...To open the compartment squeezeand pull the handle at the top Storage compartments may also be included on the inside of each front door Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the visors Yo...

Page 104: ...will pop back by itself NOTICE Holding a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating can make it overload damaging the lighter and the heating element Just push the lighterall the way in...

Page 105: ...amp Controls B Air Vents C Instrument Cluster D Comfort Control System E AudioSystem E AuxiliaryPowerOutlet G Cupholder H Ashtray I CigaretteLighter J ConvenienceTray K Horn Air Bag L Turn SignalAhlti...

Page 106: ...nstrument cluster is designed to letyou know at aglance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many other things you ll need to know to drive safe...

Page 107: ...vehicle registration office But generally if the new odometer canbe set to the mileage total of the old odometer then it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the dr...

Page 108: ...cate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When oneof the warning...

Page 109: ...diness light doesn t comeon when you start your vehicle or stays on or comeson when you are driving your air bag systemmay not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away Charging System Light...

Page 110: ...d and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See...

Page 111: ...light is also on you don t have anti lock brakes and there s a problem with your regular brakes See Brake SystemWarning Light earlier in this part The anti lock brake system warning light should come...

Page 112: ...diagnosing any malfunction I NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on aftera while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine m...

Page 113: ...ould turn the light off As your engine starts to run out of fuel your engine may not run as efficiently as designed since small amountsof air are suckedinto the fuel line causing amisfire The system c...

Page 114: ...dicate the normal operating range A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or other problem causing low oil pressure Check your oil as soon as possible A C 1TION...

Page 115: ...n the ignition is on tells you about how much fuel you have left in your tank If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving check your coolant temperature and engine oil pressure gages to s...

Page 116: ...a corner or speed up The gage doesn t goback to EMPTY E when you turn off the ignition None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gage Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage showsthe If the gag...

Page 117: ...system is not able toprovide full powerat engine idle As engine speeds are increased this condition shouldcorrect itself as higher engine speeds allow the chargingsystem to create maximum power You ca...

Page 118: ...age carrier care should be taken not to block or damage the center high mounted stoplamp unit If you tow a trailer that is equipped with provisions for a center high mounted stoplamp see your GM deale...

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Page 121: ...h your vehicle Comfort Controls This section tells you how to make your air system work for you Your comfort control systemuses ozone friendly R 134a refrigerant With these systems you can control the...

Page 122: ...ng Move the knob clockwise to the red area for warmer air Move the knob counterclockwise to the blue area forcooler air The right knob changes the heater setting a J VENT This setting directs air thro...

Page 123: ...eed Theknob has four speed positions To increase airflow move the knob toward HI To decrease airflow move it toward LO Temperature Knob The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the relativ...

Page 124: ...panel outlets e VENT This setting with the arrow pointing at the figure s head directs air through the instrument panel vents e N VENTMEAT Use this setting with the arrows pointing at the figure s fee...

Page 125: ...of heated air move the switch toward HIGH To turn the fan off move the switch to OFF Rear Air Conditioning and Rear Heater If your vehicle hasa rear air conditioning and rear heater system combination...

Page 126: ...ioning and the floorvents for heating The control knob can be set to any blend setting To adjust the air flow speed turn the fan control knob on the left side of the control panel to the desired blowe...

Page 127: ...ur vehicle has rear air conditioning setting it on LO may enhance frontA C performance by allowing trapped refrigerant in rear lines to circulate When the air conditioning DEFROST or BLEND is on you m...

Page 128: ...to circulate throughout your vehicle Your vehicle has air vents in the center and on the sides of your instrument panel You can move the vents from side to side orup and down to direct the flow of ai...

Page 129: ...left arrow until the correct hour appearson the display Setting theClock for AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears on the display Press and holdMIN unt...

Page 130: ...r pushbuttons within five seconds Wheneveryou press that numbered button the station you set will return 4 Repeat these steps for each pushbutton In addition to the four stations set as above up to th...

Page 131: ...ill tune to the next higher or lower station and stay there PUSHBUTTONS The fournumbered pushbuttons let you return to your fmorite stations You can set up to 14 stations seven AM and seven FM Just I...

Page 132: ...ong on each side Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player Once the tape is playing use the knobs for VOLUME FADE and BALjust asyou do for the radio FWD Press the SEEK r...

Page 133: ...t the desired level As you drive the SCV automatically increases the volume as necessary to overcome road and wind noise at any particular speed The volume should always soundthe same Each clockwisepo...

Page 134: ...that numbered button the station you set will return and the tone you selected will be automatically selected for that button 5 Repeat these steps for each pushbutton P SCAN The preset scan button le...

Page 135: ...turn the tone adjustment to the TREB and BASS controls If a TREB or BASS control is rotated the AUTO TONE setting will change to MAN BAL Press this button to remove the control from its stored positio...

Page 136: ...ol will appear on the display while the player is inthis mode Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trad...

Page 137: ...ve until EJECT is pressed Playing a Compact Disc in the Single Remote Disc Player If you have this option you can play one compact disc CD at a time To load a CD into the player hold the disc with the...

Page 138: ...e driving on a very rough road Please contact your dealer if any error recurs or cannot be corrected PREV 1 Press this button togo back to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds hav...

Page 139: ...ess this button to see what track is currently playing Press RECALL again within five seconds to seehow long the track has been playing When a new track starts toplay the track number will also appear...

Page 140: ...arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there The sound will mute while using the SEEK feature SCAN Press and hold SEEK for two seconds u...

Page 141: ...e the treble and counterclockwiseto decrease the treble Whenthe TREB control is rotated the AUTO TONE settingwill change to MAN Push these knobs back in to their stored position when you re not using...

Page 142: ...make ERR go off the display RECALL Press this button to see what track is playing Press it again within five seconds to see how long the CD has been playing that track Elapsed time is displayed in min...

Page 143: ...is playing the letters CD and the CD symbol will appear on the display If the radio is turned off the disc stays in the player and will resume playing at the point where it stopped EJECT Press this bu...

Page 144: ...on 3 Turn the radio off 4 Press the 1 and 4 buttons together Hold them down until shows onthe display Next you will use the secret code number which you have written down 5 Press MN and 000 will appea...

Page 145: ...our with the ignition on before you can try again When you try again you will only have three chances to enterthe correct code before INOP appears If you lose or forget your code contact your dealer D...

Page 146: ...earlier in this section Understanding Radio Reception FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound But FM signals will reach only about 10to 40 miles 16to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfe...

Page 147: ...ase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound equipmentto your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio be sure you can add what...

Page 148: ...cleaner cassette turn It is normal for the cassette to eject while cleaning Insert the cassette at least three times to ensurethorough cleaning A scrubbing action cleaning cassetteis available through...

Page 149: ...wer antenna go down This will prevent the mast from possibly getting damaged If the antennadoes not go down when you turn the radiooff it may be damaged or need to be cleaned In eithercase lower the a...

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Page 153: ...t pedestrians or otherdrivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do Be ready for their mistakes Here you ll find information about drivingon different kinds of roads...

Page 154: ...hol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solvethis highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if pe...

Page 155: ...er countries it s even lower The BAClimit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BACwill be over 0 10percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen...

Page 156: ...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 perso...

Page 157: ...me Then you have to bring 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 t...

Page 158: ...ut don t pump 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 Oncethe power assist is us...

Page 159: ...ddenly an animal jumpsout in front of you You slam on the brakes Here s what happens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer...

Page 160: ...at the same time In many emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not...

Page 161: ...as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while your front wheels are straight ahead Try to adjust yourspeed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait...

Page 162: ...on to practicedefensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly You may find sometimethat your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto theshoulder while you re driving OFF RO...

Page 163: ...sit s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic Do not get too cl...

Page 164: ...ight Loss of Control Let s review what driving expertssay about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration don t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to...

Page 165: ...ol more limited While drivingon a surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including enginebraking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes co...

Page 166: ...t They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for...

Page 167: ...suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for drivingon dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades arein good shape aheavy rain can make it harder to se...

Page 168: ...Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work well in a quickstop and maycause pulling to one side You could lose control of...

Page 169: ...ard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slowdown when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water I NOTICE If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water wate...

Page 170: ...y map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just asyou would for a cross country trip most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving Try to use the freew...

Page 171: ...ve a clearview of the freeway as you drive alongthe entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the p...

Page 172: ...ear comfortable clothingand shoes you can easily drivein Is your vehicle ready for along trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting o...

Page 173: ...can you do abouthighway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips 0 Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the r...

Page 174: ...ork of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poorbraking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle i...

Page 175: ...videtraction Be sureyou properly secure these itemsin your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is s...

Page 176: ...ery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that s covered with ice On an 1 otherwiseclear road ice patches may appear in shaded areas where the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind...

Page 177: ...keep warm but be careful I A CAUTION Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle This can cause deadly CO carbonmonoxide gas to get inside CO could overcomeyou and kill you You can t see it or smel...

Page 178: ...ngine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold But do it as little as possible Pres...

Page 179: ...er than the GVWR or either themaximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break or itcan change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control Also overloading c...

Page 180: ...he advice in this part and see your GM dealer for importantinformation about towing a trailer with your vehicle Your vehicle can tow a trailer To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for y...

Page 181: ...dealer aboutsway controls Don t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 800 km yournew vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged 0 0 Then duringthe first 500 miles 80...

Page 182: ...ing chart shows how much your trailer can weigh based upon vehicle model and options Max Trailer Model Engine Axle Ratio Weight lbs kg G 10000 G20000 G30000 4 3L 5 OL 5 7L 4 3L 5 OL 5 7L 6 5L 5 7L 6 5...

Page 183: ...ada write to General Motorsof Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 1908Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa OntarioL1H 8P7 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongueload A of any trailer is an important weig...

Page 184: ...he driver sdoor or see Tire Loading in the Index Then be sure you don t go over the GVW limit for yourvehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue Hitches It s important to have the correct hitc...

Page 185: ...ysattach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop tothe road if it becomes separated fromthe hitch Instruct...

Page 186: ...ce 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 th...

Page 187: ...ing with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or suddenmaneuvers Signal well in advance lhrn S...

Page 188: ...e parked preferablyon level ground with the automatic transmission in PARK P for a few minutes before turning the engine off If you do get the overheat warning see Engine Overheating in the Index Park...

Page 189: ...ight Trailer Wiring Harness The eight wire harness if you have one is stored under your vehicle along the rear frame crossmember It is wrapped and bound with a plastic strap Theharness has a 30 amp ba...

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Page 193: ...They also let police know you have a problem Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off But they won t flash if you re braking Push the button at the top of the steering column all t...

Page 194: ...tain gas that can explodeor ignite They contain enough electricitytoburn you If you don t follow these steps exactly someor all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in...

Page 195: ...your radio NOTICE If you leaveyour radioon it could be badly damaged The repairswould not be covered by your warranty 4 Open the hoods and locate the batteries Find the positive and negative terminals...

Page 196: ...ve will go tonegative or a metal engine part Don t connect positive to negative or you will get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too I I CAUTION Fans or other moving engine...

Page 197: ...ood battery s negative terminal Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step 9 Make your last connection away from the battery to the engine block frame or othermetal parts of your vehic...

Page 198: ...ment and know how to tow it without damage See Roadside Assistance in your Index If your vehicle has been changed since it was factory new by adding things like fog lamps aero skirting or special tire...

Page 199: ...ering wheel should be clamped in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing service Do not use the vehicle s steering columnlock for this Thetransmission should be in NEUTRAL...

Page 200: ...rsystem will be damaged Use wheel lift or car carrier equipment Additional ramping may berequired for car carrier equipment Use safety chains and wheel straps Towing a vehicle over rough surfacescould...

Page 201: ...ype equipment or the rear bumperwill be damaged Use wheel lift or car carrier equipment Additional ramping may be required for car carrierequipment Use safety chains and wheel straps Towing a vehicle...

Page 202: ...open the hood Stay away from the engine if you seeor hearsteam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyoneaway from the vehicle until itcools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant...

Page 203: ...UTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gearwhile driving DRIVE D If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just tobe safe drive slower for about 10minutes If the warning doesn t come ba...

Page 204: ...overy Tank C Engine Fan s If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark If it isn t y...

Page 205: ...rn off the engine How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at the FULL COLD mark add a 5060 mixture of clean water preferably dist...

Page 206: ...ngine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and itwill burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the FULL COLD ma...

Page 207: ...are under pressure and if you turn the pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Neverturn thecap when the cooling system including the radiatorpressure cap is hot Wait for the coolin...

Page 208: ...nd upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hi...

Page 209: ...I 3 Fill the radiator with the proper mix up to the base of the fillerneck 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark 5 17...

Page 210: ...and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine fan 7 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower...

Page 211: ...clutch is not fully engaged This improves fuel economy and reduces fan noise Under heavy vehicle loading trailer towing and or high outside temperatures the fan speed increases as the clutch more ful...

Page 212: ...e under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat the next...

Page 213: ...e Tire and Tools The following stepswill tell you how to use the jack and change atire Your spare tire is stored underneath the rear of your vehicle You will use the ratchet and extension to lower the...

Page 214: ...ling the Spare Tire Steps 4 through 8 in this section Unless your vehicle has a flatrear tire do not remove or restore a tirefrom to a stowage position under the vehicle while the vehicle is supported...

Page 215: ...is secured on the rear passenger side floorof the vehicle Remove the retaining wing bolt and lift it outof the mounting bracket Setthe jack and jacking equipment near the flat tire The ratchet has an...

Page 216: ...wer the spare tire to the ground If you are changing aflat rear tire and the vehicle is already jacked up use the jack handle and extension to hook the cable Then pull the spare from beneath the vehic...

Page 217: ...ool Storage A Socket B JackHandle C Ratchet D Jacking Tool Storage Box E Jack Handle Extension The tools you ll be using include the jack A jack handle extension B jack handle C socket D and the ratch...

Page 218: ...Covers and Locking Wheel Nuts 1 You will need to take off the wheel n u t caps to reach your wheel nuts 2 Loosen the plastic nut caps with the ratchet and socket and remove them Make sure the DOWN si...

Page 219: ...Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 3 Remove the center cap I With the DOWN side Facing you use the ratchet and socket to loosen a l l the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 5 27...

Page 220: ...the end AtLach the socket end of the extension to the jack bolt Attach the ratchet to the extension with the UP side facing you 3 Rotate the ratchet clockwise That will raise the jack lift head a lit...

Page 221: ...rous If the vehicle slipsoff the jack you could be badly injuredor killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack 5 Raise the vehicle by rotating the ratchet clockwise Make suret...

Page 222: ...The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel removeany rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper to...

Page 223: ...e wheel Tighten each wheel nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 9 Lower the vehicle by rotating the jack handle counterclockwise Lowerthe jack completely 10 Tightenthenutsfirmly in a cr...

Page 224: ...nutstightened with a torque wrench to 122 lb ft 165 Nom NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotordamage To avoid expensivebrake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts...

Page 225: ...ehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strikesomeone Store all these in the proper place I Put the tire on the ground at the rearof the vehicle with the valve st...

Page 226: ...3 Pull the wheel toward the rear of the vehiclekeep the cable tight 4 Attach the ratchet with the UP side facing you to the extension 5 34...

Page 227: ...d replace the jack cover If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow What you don t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels too fast Themethod known as rocking can help you get out wh...

Page 228: ...r vehicleto get it out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear spinning the wheel...

Page 229: ...vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it We hope you ll go to your dealer for all your serviceneeds You ll get genuineGM parts and GM trained and supported service people We hope you ll want to...

Page 230: ...the Diesel Engine Supplement For vehicles with gasoline engines please read this Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher At a minimum it should meet specifications ASTM D4814in the...

Page 231: ...g additive calledMMT If you use such fuels your emission control system performance may deteriorate and the malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on If this happens return to yo...

Page 232: ...a major oil company that does business in the j country where you ll be driving You can alsowrite us at thefollowing address for advice Just tell us where you re going and give your Vehicle Identifica...

Page 233: ...asolinecan spray out on youif youopen the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for a...

Page 234: ...orate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index I NOTICE If you needa new cap be sure to get the right type Your dealer can get one for you If you get the wrong type it may notfi...

Page 235: ...from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood hinge The underhood lamp will automatically come on and stay on until the hood is closed Then go to the front of the vehicle and rele...

Page 236: ...ood you ll see these items A Battery B Coolant Recovery Tank C Engine Oil Dipstick D Engine Oil Fill E Transmission Dipstick 6 8 F Air Cleaner G Power Steering Reservoir H Brake Master Cylinder I Wind...

Page 237: ...at will burn onto a hot engine Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hoo...

Page 238: ...or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering are the acts listed below Insulation 0 Removal of noise shields or underho...

Page 239: ...show the actual level Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip down and check the level When...

Page 240: ...arburst symbol This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol If you change your ownoil be...

Page 241: ...0 if it s going to be 0 F 18 C or above Thesenumbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 I NOTICE Use only engine oil with the Americ...

Page 242: ...rst Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower What toDo with Used Oil Did YOU know that used engine oil contains certain elements tha...

Page 243: ...t with the folds in the down position See Normal ReplacementParts for the proper filter to use CAUTAN Operating theengine with the aircleaner off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner n...

Page 244: ...delivery service If your vehicle s GVWR is not over 8 600 and you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filterdo not require changing See Scheduled Maintenance Services...

Page 245: ...res Checking Transmission Fluid Cold A cold checkis made after the vehicle has been sitting for eighthours or more with the engine off and is used only as a reference Let the engine run at idle for fi...

Page 246: ...a clean rag or paper towel then pull it back out again 3 4 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluidlevel must be in the COLD area for a cold check or in the HOT area or cro...

Page 247: ...d other than DEXRON I11 is not covered by your new vehicle warranty After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenan...

Page 248: ...the proper coolant for your vehicle will 0 Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up to265 F 129O C Protect against rust and corrosion 0 Help keep the proper engine temper...

Page 249: ...n t need to add anything else d CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mix will Your v...

Page 250: ...eengine radiator heatercore and other parts If you have to add coolant more than four times a year have your dealer check your cooling system NOTICE If you usethe propercoolant you don t have to add e...

Page 251: ...covery tank but be careful not to spill it A 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 arehot enough Don...

Page 252: ...nspected and repaired How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool unscrew the cap and wipethe dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then removet...

Page 253: ...tank is full NOTICE 0 0 0 0 When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Don t mixwater with ready to use washer fluid Water cancause the solution to fr...

Page 254: ...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 flui...

Page 255: ...stem make sure the levels are aboveMIN and below the top of each window What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid such as Delco Supreme 1 1 GM Part No 1052535 Use new brake f...

Page 256: ...iately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake Wear Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the...

Page 257: ...noise have the rear brake linings inspected Also the rear brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed for rotation or changing When you have thefront brakes replaced h...

Page 258: ...properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your frontand rear brakes can change for theworse The braking performance you ve come to expec...

Page 259: ...m see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index Bulb Replacement 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 prop...

Page 260: ...1 Remove the four screws from the headlamp retainer Pull the retainer out and set it aside 2 Unplug the lamp assembly from the connector 3 Install a new headlamp 4 Reverse Steps 2 through 3 to reinst...

Page 261: ...he back of the headlamp onthe driver s side by turning the bulb counterclockwise one quarterturn 4 On the passenger side turn the bulb clockwise one quarter turn Also to remove the bulb on the passeng...

Page 262: ...o replace the front parkingkurn signal lamps 1 Remove the outer screws from the parkinghrn signal lamp lens assembly There are either two or four screws depending on your vehicle s trim level L 2 Remo...

Page 263: ...emove the bulb assembly from theback of the lens and replacethe bulb 4 Follow Steps 2 and 3 to replace the bulb Turn the socket clockwiseto replace it in the lens assembly 1 Remove the screw from the...

Page 264: ...e bottom of the lamp fromthe grille 3 Remove the bulb by twisting it outof the socket Turn the bulb to remove it Install the new bulb 4 Reverse these steps to reinstall the lamp 2 Push the socket prot...

Page 265: ...3 Remove the nutswith a deep socketwrench 4 Remove the hidden upper nuts 6 37...

Page 266: ...5 Lift the lamp as you rotate it toward the rear of the vehicle 6 Turn the sockets to the left to remove 6 38...

Page 267: ...bulb to theleft to remove it Install thenew bulb 5 Reverse the above steps toreinstall the lamp Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement See Normal Maintenance ReplacementParts in the Index for the proper t...

Page 268: ...ne end that are locked by bottom claws of the blade assembly At the notched end pull the insert from the blade assembly 4 To install the new wiper insert slide the notched end last into the end with t...

Page 269: ...out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued 0 Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Chec...

Page 270: ...Tire overloading Bad wear Bad handling Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued I NOTICE Continued I If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following Unusual wear Bad handling Rough r...

Page 271: ...tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals I FRT FRT If your vehiclehas single rear wheels always us...

Page 272: ...e for New Tires One way to tell when it s time fornew tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining Some commercial...

Page 273: ...lat Tire in the Index for more information The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall Whenyou get new tir...

Page 274: ...tration which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires...

Page 275: ...The traction grade assigned to thistire is based on braking straightahead traction tests and doesnot include cornering turning traction The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing t...

Page 276: ...ace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure tohave the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked...

Page 277: ...on a dualwheel setup checkthe wheel nut torque after 100 1 000and 6 000miles 160 1 600and 10000 km of driving For proper torque see Wheel Nut Torque in the Index See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index...

Page 278: ...toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or getthem on a hot part of the vehicle Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space When you use anything from a containerto...

Page 279: ...s in a well ventilated area only If you use them don t saturate the stained area 0 If a ring forms afterspot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Foam TypeCleaner on Fabric...

Page 280: ...d with Scotchgard Fabric Protector a 3M product It protects fabrics by repelling oil and water which are the carriers of most stains Even with this protection you still need to clean your upholstery a...

Page 281: ...tains can be removed as follows 0 Carefully scrape off excess stain then clean with cool water and allow todry 0 If a stain remains clean it with solvent type cleaner Use warm water and a clean cloth...

Page 282: ...e adequate protection may severely weaken them In a crash they Clean safety belts only with mild soap and 1 lukewarmwater Glass Glass should be cleaned often GM Glass Cleaner GM PartNo 1050427 or a li...

Page 283: ...th at least every six 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 f...

Page 284: ...f necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe forpainted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their...

Page 285: ...tires use a stiff brush with a tirecleaner If your vehicle is damagedand requires sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to the parts repaire...

Page 286: ...hicle washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on...

Page 287: ...Appearance Care Materials Chart 6 59...

Page 288: ...labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code This codewill help you identify your engine specifications and replacem...

Page 289: ...remain off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats dueto heav...

Page 290: ...r thumb and index finger and pull straight out Be sureto use the correct fuse If you ever have a problem on the road and don t have aspare fuse you can borrow one of the correct value Just pick some f...

Page 291: ...ster DRLRelay DRL Module HDLP Switch Keyless Entry Illumination Low CoolantModule CHIME Module DRAB Module Hazard LampsKHIME Module Cruise Control Auxiliary Power Outlet ALDL License Plate Lamp Parkin...

Page 292: ...id Radio Ign Accy 4WAL PCM ABS Cruise Control Radio Battery Power Antenna PRNDL Automatic Transmission Rear Window Defog RR HVAC Controls HIGH MED LOW Relays Power Door Lock Six Way Power Seat Keyless...

Page 293: ...if you have any questions please contact your GM truck dealer These specifications are for information only If you have any questions seethe service manual for the chassis or refer to the body manufa...

Page 294: ...he level MUST be checked as outlinedunder Engine Cooling System in Section 5 All quantities are approximate Crankcase Capacity ENGINE VORTEC 4300 VORTEC 5000 VORTEC 5700 VORTEC 7400 VIN W M R J Quanti...

Page 295: ...ormal Replacement Parts Engine VORTEC 00 VIN w Oil Filter PF52 Air Cleaner Filter A917C PCV lve CV789C Spark Plugs 41 932 Fuel Filter GF481 Radiator Cap VORTEC 5000 M PF1218 A917C cv774c 4 1 932 GF481...

Page 296: ...efrigerants are the same If the air conditioning sys minyour vehicle needs refrigerant be sure the proper refrigerant is used If you re not sure ask yourGM dealer TYPE Refrigerant R 134a QTY Front Onl...

Page 297: ...am LAMP ORBULB EXTERIOR Front Sidemarker Lamp Front Park and Turn Lamp Rear Parking Lamp Rear Stop and Turn Lamp Back up Lamp Back up Lamp Rear Park Stopand Turn Lamp CHMSL License Plate Lamp Underhoo...

Page 298: ...me Running Lamps Indicator Charging System Indicator Lamp instrument Cluster Illumination Headlamp Beam Indicator Turn Signal Indicator Brake Warning indicator SIR Air Bag Safety Belt Warning Check Ga...

Page 299: ...NOTES 6 71...

Page 300: ...NOTES 6 72...

Page 301: ...Wurranty and Owner Assistance booklet o r your GM dealerfor details Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helpsto keep your vehicle in good working conditi...

Page 302: ...ervice and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked whenever you stop forfuel It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle...

Page 303: ...how you drive If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition seeyour GM dealer This parttells you the maintenance servicesyou should have done and when you should schedule the...

Page 304: ...f you operate your vehicle under anyof these conditions is that these conditions cuuse engine oil to break down soonex Short Trip City Intervals Gasoline Engines Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil...

Page 305: ...chever occursfirst Spark Plug Wire Inspection Spark Plug Replacement Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV Valve Inspection These intervals only summarize maintenance services Be sure to follow the compl...

Page 306: ...50 000 km Fuel Filter Replacement Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Front Wheel Bearing Repack or at each brake relining whichever occurs first Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transmission Servic...

Page 307: ...d maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension kingpin bushings steering linkage and rear driveline center splines Drive...

Page 308: ...AL MILEAGE 6 000Miles 10 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate chassis components see footnote or every 3 months whicheve...

Page 309: ...or every 3 months whichever occurs first as needed 0Check axle fluid level and add fluid DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 12 000 Miles 20000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever...

Page 310: ...as needed k or at each brake relining whichever occurs first 0Clean and repackthe front wheel bearings 0Vehicles With GVWR Above 8 500 lbs On ly Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or...

Page 311: ...e tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information During tire rotation check brake calipers for freedom of movement Refer to the appropriate...

Page 312: ...tnote or every 3 months whichever occurs first as needed 17Check axle fluid level and add fluid DATE SERVICEDB Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 27 000 Miles 45000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months wh...

Page 313: ...replace as required This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States An Emission Control Service 3 An Emission Control Service 0If your engine has a therm...

Page 314: ...e or every 3 months whichever occurs first as needed 0Check axle fluid level and add fluid I I I 3 DATE SERVICED BY ACTUALMILEAGE 36 000 Miles 60000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months w...

Page 315: ...Miles 70 000 km 0Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate chassis components see footnote or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0...

Page 316: ...e driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service 7 0Vehicles With GVWR Above 8 500lbs Only Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness Adjust...

Page 317: ...LEAGE 50 000 Miles 83 000 km 0Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle s GVWR is over 8600 lbs or if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy ci...

Page 318: ...0 Miles 90000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate chassis components see footnote or every 3 months whichever occurs first...

Page 319: ...m 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate chassis components see footnote or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0Check axle flu...

Page 320: ...ust Gas Recirculation EGR system inspection as describedin the service manual An Emission Control Service An Emission Control Service An Emission Control Service 0Conduct evaporative control system in...

Page 321: ...TUAL MILEAGE 66 000Miles 110 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate chassis components see footnote or every 3 months whic...

Page 322: ...ote or every 3 months whichever occurs first as needed Check axle fluid level and add fluid DATE SERVICEDB Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 72 000Miles 120 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months which...

Page 323: ...axle fluid level and add fluid as needed 0Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving 0Vehicles With CVWR Above 8 500lbs Only Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness Adjust...

Page 324: ...otation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information During tire rotation check brake calipers for freedom of movement Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper cali...

Page 325: ...ote or every 3 months whichever occurs first as needed 0Check axle fluid level and add fluid DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 87 000 Miles i 5 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whi...

Page 326: ...place fuel filter An Emission Control Service 0Replace air cleaner filter 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and An Emission Control Service Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additi...

Page 327: ...operly This i s LL Noise Emissior2 Control Service Applicableorrly to vehic iess o l l in the United States DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE 93 000 Miles 155000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every...

Page 328: ...e or every 3 months whichever occurs first as needed 0Check axle fluid level and addfluid DATE SERVICED B Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 99 000 Miles 165 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months which...

Page 329: ...ssion Control Service An Emission Control Service An Emission Control Service filter if the vehicle s GVWR is over 8600 lbs or if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In...

Page 330: ...maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension kingpin bushings steering linkage and rear driveline center splines Drive a...

Page 331: ...brake calipersfor freedom of movement Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures DATE SERVICEDB Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 15 000Miles 25 000 km 0Change engine oil and filt...

Page 332: ...Statss DATE SERVICED B Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 22 500 Miles 37500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emissiorz Control Service 0Lubricate chassis components see foot...

Page 333: ...n Emission Control Service 0Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Servic e 0Vehicles With GVWR Above 8 500 lbs Only Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness Adjust or...

Page 334: ...heck brake calipers for freedom of movement Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures DATE SERVICED B Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 45 000 Miles 75 000 km 0Change engine oil...

Page 335: ...Y 50 000 Miles 83 000 km 0Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle s GVWR is over 8600 lbs or if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city...

Page 336: ...otation check brake calipers for freedom of movement Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 60 000 Miles 100000 km 0Change...

Page 337: ...States controlled cooling fan inspect all hoses and ducts for proper hook up or every 12months whichever occurs first Be sure the valve works properly This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applica...

Page 338: ...ion check brake calipers for freedom of movement Refer to the appropriateGM service manual for proper caliper service procedures 75 000Miles 125 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12months...

Page 339: ...VICED BY 82 500 Miles 137500 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate chassis components see footnote or every 12 months whiche...

Page 340: ...Emission Control Service 0Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service 0Vehicles With GVWR Above8 500 lbs Only Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness Adjust or repl...

Page 341: ...n and additional information During tire rotation check brake calipers for freedom of movement Refer to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures 100 000 Miles 166 000 km...

Page 342: ...ditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90O F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police...

Page 343: ...10000 km For vehicles with dual wheels check dual wheel nut torque For proper torque see Wheel Nut Torque in the Index At Each Fuel Fill Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the p...

Page 344: ...fety belts replaced Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Automatic Transmission Check Check the tran...

Page 345: ...ARK P or NEUTRAL N If the starter works in any other position your vehicle needs service A CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injur...

Page 346: ...could be damaged Make sure thereis room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake atonceshould the vehicle beginto move Park on a fairly steep hill with th...

Page 347: ...oses for properhook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaustsystem Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of...

Page 348: ...s for leaking 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 surf...

Page 349: ...conformingto GM Specification 6277M See Engine Coolant in the Index GM Part No 3634621 or equivalent with a completeflush and refill USAGE Hydraulic Brake System Parking Brake Cable Guides Power Steer...

Page 350: ...M Part No 1052497 orequivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade2 Category LB or GC LB Lubriplate lubricant aerosol GM Part No 12346293or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of...

Page 351: ...ter 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 receipt...

Page 352: ...Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICEDBY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7 52...

Page 353: ...I 3 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED SERVICEDBY READING 7 53...

Page 354: ...Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICEDBY MAINTENANCEPERFORMED 7 54...

Page 355: ...cationsand how to report any safety defects This section includes information on a a a 0 0 0 0 The Customer SatisfactionProcedure Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users Roadside Assistance C...

Page 356: ...the owner of the dealership or the General Manager STEP TWO If after contactinga member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help conta...

Page 357: ...rolet Motor Division Chevrolet CustomerAssistance Center P O Box 7047 Troy MI 48007 7047 Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for addresses of Canadian and GM Overseas offic...

Page 358: ...r mechanical problems If your problem cannot be resolved over the phone our advisors have access to a nationwide network of dealer recommended service providers Roadside membership is free however som...

Page 359: ...d by Chevrolet Roadsideor dealer Service Management Basic Care and Courtesy Cure are not part of or included in the coverageprovided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Chevrolet reservesthe right to...

Page 360: ...ir up to five days OR transportation allowance in lieu of rental for any overnight warranty repair up to five days OR 0 0 0 Up to 10 daily fuel allowance for rides provided by another person i e frien...

Page 361: ...ituation arises where you feel your concern has not been adequately addressed the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlierin this section is very successful Theremay be instances where an imp...

Page 362: ...aws 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...

Page 363: ...ify us Please call us at 1 800 222 1020or write Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet CustomerAssistance Center P O Box 7047 Troy Michigan 48007 7047 Tn Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or...

Page 364: ...better service Service bulletins may involve any number of vehicles Some will describe inexpensive service otherswill describe expensive service Some will advise of new or unexpected conditions and o...

Page 365: ...ing 6 57 Antenna Adjustable Mast 3 29 Antenna Power 3 29 Antifreeze 6 20 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 2 49 4 6 Brakes 4 5 Appearancecare 6 50 Air Conditioning 3 7 Appearance Care Materials 6 5...

Page 366: ...6 3 1 8 6 6 65 4 34 7 44 3 13 3 28 2 56 1 33 1 33 4 26 4 26 4 33 Chains Tire 6 50 Changing a Flat Tire 5 20 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 48 Chemical Paint Spotting 6 58 Child Restraints 1 37 Secu...

Page 367: ...ht 2 49 Dead Battery 5 2 Defects ReportingSafety 8 8 Defensive Driving 4 1 Defogger Rear Window 3 8 Defogging 3 2 3 4 Defrosting 3 2 3 4 Dome Lamps 2 37 Door Locks 2 3 Sliding 2 8 Storage 2 41 Storage...

Page 368: ...ing 5 20 Fluid Capacities 6 65 Fluids and Lubricants 7 49 Foreign Countries Fuel 6 4 Adding 6 11 French Language Manual 11 Front Parkingflurn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement 6 34 Front Storage Area 2 41...

Page 369: ...51 Cluster 2 44 FuseBlock 6 62 Interior Lamps 2 38 Jack Ere 5 22 Jump Starting 5 2 K e y Lock Cylinders Service 7 44 Keyless Entry System 2 5 Keys 2 1 Labels Certification 4 26 Certificationflire 4 2...

Page 370: ...Definition 7 4 Short Trip City Intervals 7 4 Maintenance Underbody 6 58 Maintenance When Trailer Towing 4 37 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 2 50 ManualFrontSeat 1 1 Manual Mirror 2 40 Methanol 6 3 Mirror...

Page 371: ...13 3 19 Rain Driving In 4 15 Reading Lamps 2 38 Rear Axle 6 19 Door Security Locks 2 4 Outside Seat Position 1 30 Seat Passengers 1 29 Storage 2 41 Towing 5 9 Window Defogger 3 8 Rearview Mirror 2 39...

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Page 373: ...g Information Label 4 26 Tires 6 41 Alignment and Balance 6 48 Buying New 6 45 Chains 6 50 Changing a Flat 5 20 Cleaning 6 54 Dual Operation 6 45 Inflation 6 42 Inflation Check 7 44 Inspection and Rot...

Page 374: ...Loading 4 26 Ventilation System 3 8 VisorVanity Mirrors 2 42 Visors Sun 2 41 Storage 6 30 warning Devices 5 2 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 2 36 WasherFluid Windshield 6 25 Washing YourVehicle 6...

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