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Summary of Contents for 1998 Express

Page 2: ...drive under differentconditions Problems on the Road This section tells whatto do if you have a problem whiledriving such as a flat tireor overheated engine etc Service and Appearance Care Here the m...

Page 3: ...l in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever needit when you re onthe road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in itso the new owner can useit Litho inU S A C9814 B First Edition WE...

Page 4: ...ack ofthe manual It s an alphabetical list of what s in the manual and the page number where you ll find it Safety Warnings andSymbols You will find a numberof safety cautions in this book We use a bo...

Page 5: ...by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to doto help avoid the damage Vehicle Damage Warnings Also in thisbook you will findthese notices NOTICE These mean there is s...

Page 6: ...u and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven DOOR LOCK UNLOCK FASTEN SEAT BELTS These symbols have to do with your lamps SIGNALS e TURN WARNING A HAZARD FLASHER FOGLAMPS 0 These symbols are o...

Page 7: ...Model Reference This manual covers these models Passenger Van c Cargo Van Cab and Chassis vi...

Page 8: ...for Everyone Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Driver Position Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Right Front Passenger Position Ai...

Page 9: ...adjust the seat pull the lever up to release the seat bottom and slide the seat where you want it Then release thelever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seatis locked into plac...

Page 10: ...rward move thecenter knob toward the left You can raiseand lower the front and rearof the seat To raise the front of the seat move the rightlever up To lower it move the right leverdown To raise the r...

Page 11: ...because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neckor other injuries The lap belt can tdo itsjob either In a crash the belt couldgo...

Page 12: ...the Rear Seats To make it easier for passengers to get into therear seats use thefastener strips on the headliner and safety belt latch These will keep the safety belts out of the way while people get...

Page 13: ...oard sideof the seat base in the rear 1 Disconnect the quick release latch plates for the lap shoulderbelts on thebench seat to be removed To do this press the tip of a keyinto the release hole of the...

Page 14: ...Stow thelocking pin on therear of the seat base in 6 Repeat this procedure for the pin on the other the hole that isprovided seat base 7 Pull the seat rearward about two inches 5 cm and then lift the...

Page 15: ...strip on the safety belt latch to the trimjust inside the side door There is also a fastener strip provided for stowing the safety belt latch for a four passenger benchseat if equipped For the remaini...

Page 16: ...to be sure that the safety belts are not twisted and are properly attached 1 Remove the trim covers from the floor rails and store for future use 2 3 4 Position theseat into the open slots in both rai...

Page 17: ...red handle down until it is in the retaining clip Replace the carpet matflap to its original position Repeat this procedurefor the other seat base Connect the quick release latch plates for the lap sh...

Page 18: ...he vehicle or be ejected from it You can beseriously injured orkilled In the same crash you might not be if you are buckledup Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fa...

Page 19: ...do have a crash you don t know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled upa person wouldn t survive But mostcrashes are in between In many o...

Page 20: ...Why SafetyBelts Work When youride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels I Put someone on it 1 13...

Page 21: ...Get it up to speed Thenstop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop I The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 1 14...

Page 22: ...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 strongestbones take the forces That s why safetybelts make s...

Page 23: ...belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required theuse of safety belts Evenif you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up to get the most prote...

Page 24: ...river Position This part describes the driver s restraint 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 seeho...

Page 25: ...s applies force to thestrong 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 in...

Page 26: ...to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulderbelt guide After you move the adjuster to where you wantit try to move it down without pushing in to make sure it...

Page 27: ...eriously 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 A The shoulderbelt is too loose I...

Page 28: ...ITION You can be seriouslyinjured if your beltis buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt wouldgo up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This coul...

Page 29: ...ured if your beltgoes over an armrest like this The beltwould be much 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 and th...

Page 30: ...n be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the beltwould apply too...

Page 31: ...ously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealerto fix i...

Page 32: ...regnant women Like all occupants they aremore likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman shouldwear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion shouldbe worn aslow as...

Page 33: ...System This part explains the air bag system If it says AIRBAG on the middle part of the steering wheel and AIR BAGon the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger s seat your vehicle ha...

Page 34: ...mply with federal regulations Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system You can beseverely injured or killed in a crash if you aren t wearing yoursafety belt even if you have...

Page 35: ...r vehicle has reduced forcefrontal air bags Air bags plus CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young childrenand infants Neither the...

Page 36: ...w the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel c The right front passenger s air bagis in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1...

Page 37: ...ever with specific vehicle design so that itcan be somewhatabove or below this range If your vehicle strikessomethingthat will moveor deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The...

Page 38: ...ntact with you may be warm but not too hot to touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from vents in thedeflated air bags Airbag inflation doesn tprevent the driver from seeing or from being abl...

Page 39: ...xposed to waterthat soaks the carpet you can avoid needless repair costs by turning off the vehicle immediately Don t let anyonestart the vehicle even to tow it unless the battery cablesare first disc...

Page 40: ...ront 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 keepthe air bag s...

Page 41: ...g safetybelts Rear passengers who aren t safetybelted can be thrown out of the vehiclein a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safetybelts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Posit...

Page 42: ...t does let it goback all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you woul...

Page 43: ...d cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locksif...

Page 44: ...led ona shoulder belt the comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head There is oneguide for each outside passenger position in the rear seats To provide added safetybelt comfort for child...

Page 45: ...tic cord mustbe under the belt Then place the guide over thebelt and insert the two edges of the beltinto the slotsof the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord...

Page 46: ...assenger Positions earlier in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that youcan take them out fro...

Page 47: ...part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough Make sure the release buttonon the buckleis positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to When you s...

Page 48: ...er Children andBabies ExceptCargo Vans with Passenyr Air Bags A CAUTION I Children who are up against or very close to any air bag whenit inflates can be seriouslyinjured or killed This is true even i...

Page 49: ...d small enoughfor one is always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint Infants need complete support including support for the head and neck This is necessary becausean infant s neck is we...

Page 50: ...rash During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash CAUTION Continued at only 25 mph 40 km h a 124b 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 1b 110 kg force on your...

Page 51: ...children properly in your vehicle A CL ON A very young child s hip bones are so small that a regular belt might not stay low onthe hips as it should Instead the belt will likely be over the child s ab...

Page 52: ...doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can t holdit For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 1b 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 1b 110kg force...

Page 53: ...straint take into consideration not only the child s weight and size but also whether or not the restraint will be compatiblewith the motor vehicle in which it will be used child restraints An infant...

Page 54: ...ints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs 9 kg andabout one year of age This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant s head neck and body can have the support they needin a crash...

Page 55: ...rd facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from20 to 40 lbs 9to 18 kg and about 26 to 40 inches 66 to 102cm in height or up to around four years of age Onetype a convertible re...

Page 56: ...27 kg and about four to eight years of age It s designed toimprove the fit of the vehicle ssafetybelt system Booster seats with shields use lap only belts however booster seats without shieldsuse lap...

Page 57: ...We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraintin a rear seat If your vehicle has a front passenger air bag never put a rear facing child restraint in thefront passenger sea...

Page 58: ...would be very close to the inflatingair bag Do not use a rear facing child restraint in this vehicle If a forward facing child restraint is suitablefor your child always move the passengerseat as far...

Page 59: ...that came with the child restraint Securethe child in the child restraint when and as theinstructions say 1 Put therestraint on the seat 2 Pick upthe latch plate and runthe lap and shoulder portions o...

Page 60: ...orward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraintas you tighten the belt directions to besure it is secure 6 Push and pull the child restraint...

Page 61: ...in the child restraint when and as the instructions say See the earlierpart about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pullin...

Page 62: ...ou re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use yourknee to push downon the child restraint as youtighten the belt 6 Push and pull thechild restraint in different To remove...

Page 63: ...ng child restraint is suitable for your child always move the passenger seat as far back asit will go You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlierpart about the top strap if the child restrai...

Page 64: ...belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if youever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set...

Page 65: ...t directionsto be sure it issecure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safetybelt and let it go back all the way The safetybelt will move freely again and be ready to work for an...

Page 66: ...t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash Children who aren t buckled up can strike other people whoare 1 A CAUTION I Never do this Here two children are wearing the same belt The belt can t properly...

Page 67: ...r belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in acrash the child supper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is sittingin a rear seat outside position see Rear SafetyBelt C...

Page 68: ...der it take the heaviest coat youwill wear so the extender will be long enough for you The extender will be just foryou andjust forthe seat in your vehicle that you choose Don tlet someone else use it...

Page 69: ...ore severe crash then you need new belts Ifbelts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repairedor replaced New parts and repair...

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Page 72: ...nd How They Work Theft Passlock New Vehicle Break In Ignition Positions Starting Your Gasoline Engine Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped Automatic Transmission Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PAR...

Page 73: ...cle with the ignition keyis dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t le...

Page 74: ...ealer or a qualified locksmith how to make anextra key Keep this tag ina safe place If you lose your key you ll be able to have a new one made easily using thistag NOTICE Your vehicle hasa number of n...

Page 75: ...chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked Wear safety belts properly lock your doors and you will befar better off whenever you driveyour vehicle There areseveral...

Page 76: ...locks are located onthe passenger side rear door the side sliding door or the front portion of the 60 40 side swing out door CHILD SECURITY LOCK Printed In U S A Rear Cargo Door With this feature you...

Page 77: ...y feature Move the button down to return the door locks to normal operation Keyless Entry System If Equipped If your vehicle hasthis option you can lockand unlock your doors from about 3 feet 1m up to...

Page 78: ...service facility could void authorization to use this equipment This system has a range of about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9m At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote k...

Page 79: ...itters with you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle any remaining transmitters must alsobe matched Once your dealer has coded the new transmi...

Page 80: ...eiver The receiver will not respondto a signal it has beensent previously This prevents anyone from recording and playing back the signal from the transmitter To resynchronize your transmitter stand c...

Page 81: ...o open the 60 front portion of a 60140 door from the outside pull up on the handle and pull the handle toward you To open the 60 front portion of a 60 40 door from the inside pull the handle toward yo...

Page 82: ...e 60 front door Check to make sure both doors are completely closed The front side swing out door has a check strap assembly in the door frame to keep the door from opening beyond 90 degrees To open t...

Page 83: ...d the rear of the vehicle Then slide the door toward the rear of the vehicle to open To close the slidingside door from outside use the outside door handleto slide the door toward thefront of the vehi...

Page 84: ...ar of the vehicle Then slide the door toward the rear of the vehicle to open To close the sliding door from inside grasp the inside handle and slide thedoor toward thefront of the vehicle to a closed...

Page 85: ...pening the doors past thefirst detent 90 degrees open then opening fully To close the rear doors close the driver side rear door first Then close the passengerside rear door Check to make sure both do...

Page 86: ...on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index Theft Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your vehiclehas a number of theft deterren...

Page 87: ...SECURITY light willgo off after the engine is started If the engine stalls and the SECURITY light flashes wait until the light stops flashing before trying to restart the engine Rememberto release th...

Page 88: ...new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information Avoid making h...

Page 89: ...he steering wheel left and rightwhile you turn the key hard But turn the key only with your hand Using a tool to force it could break thekey or the ignition switch If none of this works then your vehi...

Page 90: ...won t start orstarts but then stops wait 15seconds and start over When the engine starts let go of the key and the accelerator pedal NOTICE Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your...

Page 91: ...et easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coolant heater shouldbe plugged in a minimum of four hours priorto starting your vehicle I 3 Plug it into a normal grounded...

Page 92: ...er Your vehicle isequipped with anautomatic transmission and itfeatures an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument cluster This display must be powered anytime the shift lever is cap...

Page 93: ...h the ignition in the RUN position you must fully apply your regular brakes before youcan shift from PARK P If you cannot shiftout of PARK P ease pressure on the shiftlever and push theshift lever all...

Page 94: ...o minimize heatbuild up and extend the lifeof your transmission THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal driving however itoffers more power and lower fuel economy than DRIVE D You should use THI...

Page 95: ...shift into PARK P to holdyour vehicle in positionon a hill 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 le...

Page 96: ...ection shows what to dofirst to keep the trailer from moving It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift leveris not fully inPARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can r...

Page 97: ...like this r 0 Pullthelevertowardyou 0 Move the leverup as far as it will go 3 Move the ignition key to LOCK 4 Remove thekey and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition keyin y...

Page 98: ...transmission into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle mayput too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission You may findit difficult to pull the shift lever out ofPARK P This is called t...

Page 99: ...See Automatic Transmission in the Index 3 If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way up 4 into PARK P as you maintain brake application Th...

Page 100: ...ousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange Your vehicle getsrusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged ina collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving...

Page 101: ...ever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave yourvehicle when the engineis running unlessyou have to If you ve left the engine running the vehicle ca...

Page 102: ...ush the rear of the switch with the power window symbol on it to lower the window Push thefront of the switch with thepower window symbol on it to raise the window The driver s windowswitch also has a...

Page 103: ...edge of the window and swing the 1 window out and push down the latch into the locked open position 1 To close the window pull the latch toward you and push down on the latch to lock it Rear Swing Out...

Page 104: ...the rear swing out windows or reardoor s Make sure allwindows are shut CAUTION Continued I CAUTION Continued Thrn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the setting Addit...

Page 105: ...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 to lock the wheel in place Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever T...

Page 106: ...you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when yourelease 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...

Page 107: ...er to HIGH To stop the wipers move the band to OFF Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you fromseeing well enoughto drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice andsnow from the wiper...

Page 108: ...sher fluid canform ice onthe windshield blocking your vision Washer fluid will spray aslong as you pushthe paddle When you let go of the paddle the wipers willcontinue to wipe for approximatelytwo mor...

Page 109: ...of the lever and release it Take yourfoot off the acceleratorpedal You ll go right back upto your chosen speed and stay there Remember if you hold the switch at R A longer than half a second the vehi...

Page 110: ...have to brakeor shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out ofcruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t usecruise control on s...

Page 111: ...t be turned on by depressing the dome light switch button located below the parking lampheadlamp knob This switch is a dome lamp off switch and will only interrupt inputs from the doorjamb switches in...

Page 112: ...rotects your headlamps If you have an electrical overload your headlamps will flicker on and off Have your headlamp wiring checked right away if this happens Headlamps On Reminder A tone willsound whe...

Page 113: ...To idle your vehicle with the engine on and the DRLoff set the parking brake The DRL will stayoff until you release the parking brake As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system...

Page 114: ...buttonin this position the dome lamps will remainoff when the doors are open To return the lamps to automatic operation push the button and returnit to the out position With the button in this positio...

Page 115: ...se itas a flashlight To use the lampas 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 thelamp When youare done usi...

Page 116: ...ts behind you Some mirrors can befolded in to enter narrow doorways Electric Outside Rearview Mirrors Option If you have electric mirrors they can be adjusted to point where you want from inside the v...

Page 117: ...nger s sidemirror may be convex A convex mirror s surfaceis curvedso you can see morefrom the driver s seat A CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they re...

Page 118: ...rors they can be adjusted so you can have a clear view of objects behind you 1 To adjust the mirrors when towinga trailer rotate the mirror by pushing themirror head toward thefront of the vehicle 2 R...

Page 119: ...t thecenter of the instrument panel Lift up on the ashtraydoor to open it NOTICE If you store paper and other things that burn in your ashtrays they could be set on fire by cigarettes or other smoking...

Page 120: ...or Option Justpush the lighter all the way in and letgo When it s done it will pop backbyitself lamps Just lift the mirror cover on each visor to turnthe Some visors havemirrors built in with or witho...

Page 121: ...A Lamp Controls B AirVents C Instrument Cluster D Comfort Controls System E Audio System E AuxiliaryPowerOutlet G Cupholder H Ashtray I Cigarette Lighter J ConvenienceTray K Horn L Turn SignaVMultifun...

Page 122: ...instrument cluster is designed to let you knowat a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how muchfuel you re using and many other things you ll needto know to drive safe...

Page 123: ...ial vehicle registrationoffice But generally if the newodometer can be setto the mileage totalof the old odometer then it must be Butif it can t thenit s set at zero anda label mustbe put on the drive...

Page 124: ...he enginejust to let youknow they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not bealarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when theremay be or is aproblem with one of your vehicl...

Page 125: ...system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turnthe ignition key to RUN If the light doesn tcome on then hav...

Page 126: ...cessories are operating in the vehicle andthe engineis left at an idle for an extended period This condition is normal since the charging systemis not able to provide full power at engine idle As engi...

Page 127: ...icle s hydraulicbrake system is divided into two parts If one part isn t working the other part can still work andstop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light...

Page 128: ...See Brake SystemWarning Light earlier in this section The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it f...

Page 129: ...orrectlydiagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your en...

Page 130: ...the emission system malfunction byconsidering the following Did yourecently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap The diagnostic system can deter...

Page 131: ...the proper fuel to turn the light off If none of the above steps have madethe light turnoff have your dealeror qualified service center check the vehicle Your dealer has the propertest equipment and...

Page 132: ...is not covered by your warranty Security Light SECURITY This light will come on briefly whenyou turn the ignition keyto START m The light will stayon until theengine starts If the flashes the Passlock...

Page 133: ...so a reminder to turn on your headlamps when driving at night Check Gages Light CHECK GAGES The CHECK GAGES light will come on briefly when you are starting theengine If the light comes on and stayson...

Page 134: ...uel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The...

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Page 136: ...ips Audio Systems Setting the Clock for Systems without Automatic Tone Control Setting the Clock for Systems with Automatic Tone Control AM FM Stereo 3 9 3 11 3 16 3 20 3 2 1 3 23 3 24 3 25 3 26 3 26...

Page 137: ...Temperature Knob The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the relative temperature of theairflowing into the passenger area of your vehicle This knob will allow you to adjustthe Heater Con...

Page 138: ...f move the mode knob on the far right to OFF Temperature Knob The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the relative temperature of the air flowing into the passenger area of your vehicle T...

Page 139: ...weather 0 G HEAT DEFROST Use this setting to divide aifflow between the heaterfloor vents and windshield DEFROST This setting directs air throughthe windshield defroster vents This setting is useful...

Page 140: ...irflow location adjust the center knob on the control panel Turn the knob to theleft for floor vent airflowor to the right for headliner vent air flow Generally the upper vents are used for air condit...

Page 141: ...he system is designed to cycle the compressor on andoff to keep the desired temperature On cold days use HEATER with the temperature knob in the redarea Outside air will be brought in through the floo...

Page 142: ...SEEK right arrow until the correct minute appears on the display Press andhold the SEEK left arrow until the correct hour appears on the display Setting theClock for Systems with Automatic Tone Contro...

Page 143: ...at numbered button the station youset will return 4 Press SET SET willappear on the display 1 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton In addition to the four stations already set up to three more stati...

Page 144: ...enAM FMl and FM2 TUNE Turn the lower knob to tune inradio stations SEEK Press theright arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and staythere PUSHB...

Page 145: ...l scan through and playeach preset station storedon your pushbuttons for a few seconds Press either SEEK button or RECALL to stop scanning through the presetstations I Setting theTone BASS Slide this...

Page 146: ...he radio CLN If this message appears on the display the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you shouldclean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapesand p...

Page 147: ...ion whenyou re not usingit SEEK Press the rightarrow 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 seeking SCAN Press...

Page 148: ...y will go blank If a station is weakor noisy you may want to decrease the treble Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them AUTO TONE Press this buttonto select among...

Page 149: ...ree second blankgap is requiredfor the player tostop at thebeginning of the selection The tape direction arrow will blink during the SEEK operation PROG 2 Press this button to switch from one side of...

Page 150: ...use a CD adapter kit withyour cassette tape playerafter activating thebypass feature on your tape player To activate the bypass feature use thefollowing steps 1 Turn the ignition to RUN or ACC 2 Turn...

Page 151: ...s for more volume compensation atfaster vehicle speeds Finding a Station Playing the Radio AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display willshow your selection PWR VOL Pressthi...

Page 152: ...the AM FM1 or FM2 mode and then press P SCAN It will scan through each station storedon your pushbuttons and stopfor a few seconds before continuing to scan through allof the pushbuttons Press P SCAN...

Page 153: ...the front speakers andto the left for the rear speakers The middle positionbalances the sound between the speakers Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them Playing...

Page 154: ...s to see how long the CD has beenplaying that track Elapsed time is displayed in minutes and tenths of a second The track number will also appear when a new trackbegins to play Press RECALL again to r...

Page 155: ...protects the disc and player from damage The disc will notstart playing To remove the disc press the EJECT button and remove the disc from the player All of the compact disc functions are controlledby...

Page 156: ...see how long the track has been playing When a new track starts to play the track number will also appear Press RECALL a third time and the time of day will bedisplayed TAPE AUX With a disc loaded in...

Page 157: ...with yourcode Press HR to make the firstone or two digits agree with your code 8 Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches thesecret code you have written down The display will showRE...

Page 158: ...e code matches the secret code you have written down The display will show indicating that the radio is no longer secured If the code entered is incorrect SEC will appear on the display The radio will...

Page 159: ...slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly I NOTICE Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile telephone ortwo way radio be sureyou can add whatyou want...

Page 160: ...n sound quality clean the tape player The recommended cleaning method for your cassette tape player is the useof a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads whichscrub the tape head as...

Page 161: ...n scrubbingaction dry type cleaning cassette is not recommended After youclean the player press and hold EJECT for five seconds to resetthe CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator w...

Page 162: ...gnition off andon Repeat if necessary I NOTICE I Don t lubricate the power antenna Lubrication could damageit NOTICE Before entering an automatic car wash turn off your radio to make the power antenna...

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Page 164: ...4 3 4 5 4 6 4 8 4 11 4 1 1 4 12 4 14 Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Steering Off Road Recovery Passing Loss of Control Driving at Night 4 15 4 18 4 19 4 20 4 21 4 2 1 4...

Page 165: ...oing to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call...

Page 166: ...k alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmentalreasons for these laws The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people neverto drink alcoholand then drive But what i...

Page 167: ...ited States is 0 04 percent The BAC will beover 0 10 percent after threeto six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how muchalcohol is inthe drinks and how quickly the person drink...

Page 168: ...d not been drinking Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment canbe affected byeven a small amoun of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal...

Page 169: ...ther it s pavementor gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread the condition of your brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking S...

Page 170: ...rmal ANTI LOCK United States Canada If there s a problem with theanti lock brake system this warning light will stayon See Anti Lock Brake SystemWarning Light in the Index Here s how anti lock works L...

Page 171: ...in front of you you won t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Alwaysleave enough room up aheadto stop even though you have anti lock brakes Using Anti Lock Don t pum...

Page 172: ...condition of your tires andthe road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you re in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Supposeyou re steering through a sharp...

Page 173: ...ly your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer aroundthe problem to the left or right depending...

Page 174: ...Passing another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in jud...

Page 175: ...ur shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your leftlane change signal before movingout 0 a 0 of the rightlane to pass When youare far enough ahead of...

Page 176: ...you wantthe vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skidif it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel o...

Page 177: ...s Your headlamps can lightup only so much roadahead In remoteareas watch foranimals If you re tired pulloff the road in a safe place and rest Night Vision No one can see as well at night as in the day...

Page 178: ...t is made much worse by dirt on the glass Even theinside of the glass can build upa film caused by dust Dirtyglass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making the pupils of yourey...

Page 179: ...r windshield wiper bladesare in good shape a heavy rain can make it harderto see road signs and trafficsignals pavement markings theedge of the roadand even people walking It s wise to keep your wipin...

Page 180: ...reflections from trees telephone poles or othervehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a hard and...

Page 181: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknownpart of the city just as you would for a cross country hip 0 Try to use the freewaysthat rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See t...

Page 182: ...into thegap atclose to the prevailing speed Switch on your turnsignal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Tryto blend smoothly withthe traffic flow Once you are on...

Page 183: ...have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced andable service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some...

Page 184: ...the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that itcan happen Then hereare some tips 0 0 0 Make sure your vehicle is well v...

Page 185: ...ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn twork well You would then have poor braking oreven none going downa h i l l Y...

Page 186: ...onditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bagsto help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of th...

Page 187: ...nti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you 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 ondry...

Page 188: ...n help andkeep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers 0 Tie a red cloth to your vehicle toalert police that you ve been stoppedby the snow 0 Put on extra clothing or wrap a bla...

Page 189: ...ine make it go a littlefaster thanjust idle That is pushthe accelerator slightly This uses lessfuel for the heat that youget and it keeps the battery or batteries charged You will need a well charged...

Page 190: ...xle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your front and rearaxles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh yourvehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your lo...

Page 191: ...childrestraint in your vehicle 0 When youcarry something inside the vehicle secureit whenever you can Towing a Trailer CAUTION If you don t usethe correct equipment and drive properly you can lose co...

Page 192: ...or your safety andthat of your passengers So please read this section carefully before you pulla trailer If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here aresome important points There are many diffe...

Page 193: ...titude road grades outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important And it can also depend on any special equipment thatyou have on your vehicle The following...

Page 194: ...ss weight ofyour vehicle The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo you may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you will towa traile...

Page 195: ...ach to the bumper Do not useaball hitch because it could pull the bumper loose 0 If you ll be pulling a trailer that whenloaded will weigh more than 4 000 lbs 1 800kg be sure to use a properly mounted...

Page 196: ...e adequate Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintain them properly Ifyou have a rearmost window openand you pull a trailer wit...

Page 197: ...g This lets you check your electrical connectionat the same time During your trip check occasionally to besure that the load is secure and thatthe lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Follow...

Page 198: ...s on the trailer are burned out Thus you may thinkdrivers behind you are seeing your signal when theyare not It s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving...

Page 199: ...akes When You Are Readyto Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply yourregular brakes and hold the pedal down while you Start your engine Shift into a gear and 0 Release the parking brake 2 Let up on the...

Page 200: ...n connecting the wiring harness to your trailer Dark Blue Use for electric trailer brakes eight wire harness only Orange Trailer accessory eight wire harness only 0 Light Green Back up lamps 0 Brown P...

Page 201: ...INOTES...

Page 202: ...road 5 2 5 2 5 3 5 8 5 1 1 Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Gasoline Engine 5 14 5 21 5 21 5 22 5 36 Cooling System GasolineEngines E...

Page 203: ...front and rear turn signals flash on and off Your hazard warningflashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flashers pushthe button until thefirs...

Page 204: ...confain enough electricityto burnyou Ifyou don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wou...

Page 205: ...ehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the parking brake firmlyon both vehicles involvedin thejump start procedure Put yo...

Page 206: ...u Don t getit onyou I f you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water andget medical help immediately 5 Check that thejumper cables don t have loose or missing insula...

Page 207: ...terminal if the vehicle hasone 7 Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle hasone 8 Now connect the bla...

Page 208: ...e A ground location has been provided through astud attached to the bodysurface 10 Remove the capon the ground location before using 11 Now start the vehicle withthe good battery andrun the engine for...

Page 209: ...ght equipment and know howto tow it without damage See Roadside Assistance in your Index If your vehicle has been changed since it was factory new by adding thingslike fog lamps aero skirting or speci...

Page 210: ...eering wheel should be clamped in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing service Do not use the vehicle s steering column lock for this The transmission should be in NEUT...

Page 211: ...r system will be damaged Use wheel lift or car carrier equipment Additional ramping maybe required for car carrier equipment Use safety chains and wheel straps Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces cou...

Page 212: ...uipment Use safety chains andwheel straps Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage avehicle To help avoid damage install a towing dollyand raise the vehicle until adequate clearanceis obtaine...

Page 213: ...it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep drivingwhen your engineis overheated the liquids in it can catchfire You or others couldbe badly burn...

Page 214: ...you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10m...

Page 215: ...ft the hood here s what you ll see The coolant level should be at or above theFULL COLD mark A Radiator Pressure Cap B Coolant Recovery Tank C Engine Fan s If the coolant inside the coolant recovery t...

Page 216: ...f you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle NOTICE IEngine damage from running your engine wi...

Page 217: ...ain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixturewill Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mix...

Page 218: ...ing you can try You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be surethe cooling system is cool before you do it Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system canblow out...

Page 219: ...and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowlycounterclockwiseuntil it first stops Don tpress down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss...

Page 220: ...to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information about theproper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark 5 Put the cap back onth...

Page 221: ...iator filler neck maybe lower If the level is lower add more of the properDEX COOL coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pressu...

Page 222: ...fan clutch partially disengages It s unusualfor a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintainyour tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly...

Page 223: ...e badly injured Find alevel place to change your tire To help prevent thevehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Xhrn off the engine To be even more certai...

Page 224: ...a flat rear tire do not remove or restore a tire frodto a storageposition under the vehicle while thevehicle is supportedby ajack Always tighten thetire fully against the underside of the vehicle whe...

Page 225: ...bracket Set thejack andjacking equipment near the flat tire The ratchet has a DOWN side and an UP side Attach the ratchet with the DOWN side facing you to the extension The extensionhas a socket end a...

Page 226: ...n to hookthe cable Then pull the spare from beneath the vehicle If the retainerpulls out hook the inside of the wheel and pullthe spare tire out from under the vehicle When the tire has been lowered t...

Page 227: ...ool Storage A Socket B Jack Handle C Ratchet D Jacking Tool StorageBox E Jack Handle Extension The tools you ll be using include thejack A jack handle extension B jack handle C socket D and the ratche...

Page 228: ...Wheel Covers and Locking Wheel Nuts I 2 Loosen the plastic nut caps 1 You will need to take off the wheel nut caps to reach your wheel nuts When using the ratchet and socket make sure the DOWN side fa...

Page 229: ...Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 3 Removethe center cap 1 With the DOWN side facing you use the ratchet and socketto loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 5 28...

Page 230: ...the end Attach thesocket end of the extension to the jack bolt Attach the ratchet to the extension with the UP side facing you 3 Rotate the ratchet to the right That will raise the jack lift head a li...

Page 231: ...ou could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when itis supported only by a jack A CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage thevehicle and even make...

Page 232: ...sure the UP mark faces you Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit 6 Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire 7 Remove anyrust or dir...

Page 233: ...ouse a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get allthe rust or dirt off IA CAUTION I Never use oil or grease on studs ornuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheelcould fall off causi...

Page 234: ...irs evenly tighten thewheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification Put the wheelcover back on ifyou have one Remove any wheel blocks Remember that the jack jackingequipment...

Page 235: ...2 Pull the retaining bar through the center of the wheel makingsure it is properlyattached 3 Pull the wheel toward the rear of the vehicle keeping the cable tight 5 34...

Page 236: ...r door frame above the bumper Turn the ratchet to the right until the tire is against the undersideof the vehicle You will heartwo clicks whenthe tire is up all the way Tryto move the tire with your h...

Page 237: ...ICE Spinning yourwheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as thetires If you spin thewheels too fastwhile shifting your transmission back and forth you can destroy your transmission For inform...

Page 238: ...b JNOTES...

Page 239: ...b NOTES...

Page 240: ...g Things Under the Hood Noise Control System Engine Oil Gasoline Engine Air Cleaner GasolineEngines Automatic Transmission Fluid Rear Axle Engine Coolant Radiator Pressure Cap Thermostat Power Steerin...

Page 241: ...tto do some of your own service work you ll want to use the properGM Service Manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see...

Page 242: ...e DieselEngine Supplement For vehicles withgasoline engines please read this Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at87 octane or higher At a minimum it should meetspecifications ASTM D4814in the United...

Page 243: ...whether or not hisfuel containsMMT GeneralMotors does notrecommendthe use of such gasolines If fuels containingMMT are used spark plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance...

Page 244: ...YOU can also write us at the following address for advice Just tell us where you re going and give your Vehicle IdentificationNumber VIN General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation 1908Colonel Sa...

Page 245: ...neon yourself and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tankis nearly full and is...

Page 246: ...and emissions system may be damaged See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Portable Fuel Container i CAUTIOlr Never filla portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static ele...

Page 247: ...ric fan A CAUTION I Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and starta fire These include liquids like gasoline or diesel fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washerand other fluids and plasti...

Page 248: ...prop from its retainer and putthe hood prop into the slot in thehood hinge The underhood lamp will automaticallycome on and stay on until the hood is closed Then go to the front of the vehicle and rel...

Page 249: ...od you ll see these items I A Battery B Coolant Recovery Tank C Engine Oil Dipstick D Engine Oil Fill E TransmissionDipstick E Air Cleaner G Power Steering Reservoir H Brake Master Cylinder I Windshie...

Page 250: ...your vehicle The noise control system warranty is given in your Warranty booklet These standards apply only to vehicles sold in the United States Tampering With Noise Control System Prohibited Federa...

Page 251: ...Gasoline Engine If your vehicle hasa diesel engine see Engine Oil Diesel Engine in the Diesel Engine Supplement It s a good idea to check your engine oil every timeyou get fuel In order to get anaccu...

Page 252: ...need to add atleast one quart of oil But you must use the right kind This part explains what kindof oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add to...

Page 253: ...st 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 thisStarburst symbol HOT WEATHER t A J I I 1f you change...

Page 254: ...tection for your engine atextremely low temperatures Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil Your dealer is readyto advise if you think something should be added When to Change Engine Oil...

Page 255: ...anufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oilcan be a real threat to the environment If you change your ownoil be sure to drain all free flowing oil from thefilter before...

Page 256: ...rking on the engine with the air cleaner off I NOTICE I If the air cleaner is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt caneasily get into yourengine whichwill damage it Always have the...

Page 257: ...ot engine parts or exhaust system parts starting a fire Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transmission fluid Wait at least30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if...

Page 258: ...luid Hot or Cold 0 0 0 0 Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running With theparking brake applied place the shiftlever in PARK P With your foot onthe brake pedal move the shift lever t...

Page 259: ...transmission fluid while it is hot Acold check is used onlyas a reference If the fluidlevel is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for ahot check It doesn t...

Page 260: ...ubricants in the Index Engine Coolant The cooling s stem in your vehicleis filled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in yourvehicle for 5 years or 150 000miles 240 000 kmg...

Page 261: ...mixture of one half clean water preferably distilled and one halfDEX COOL coolant which won t damage aluminum parts If youuse this mixture you don t needto add anything else I Adding only plain water...

Page 262: ...rack the engine radiator heater core and other parts If you haveto add coolant more than four times a year have yourdealer check your cooling system NOTICE Checking Coolant If you use the proper coola...

Page 263: ...mixture at the recoverytank but be careful not to spill it A CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolanton hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and itwill burn if the engineparts areho...

Page 264: ...n unusual noise A fluid loss in thissystem could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool wipe thecap and the top...

Page 265: ...nd damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you needwindshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer sinstructions before use If you will be operating your vehicle in an...

Page 266: ...er system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it s very cold This allowsfor expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the t...

Page 267: ...are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brakehydraulic system If you have too much brak...

Page 268: ...ir A CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always usethe proper brakefluid NOTICE Using the...

Page 269: ...does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake padsfor wear and evenly torque wheel nu...

Page 270: ...longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between yourfront and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve...

Page 271: ...storage periods Also for your audiosystem see Theft Deterrent Feature inthe Index Bulb Replacement Before you replace any bulbs be sure that all the lamps are off andthe engine isn t running See Repla...

Page 272: ...a compositesystem Sealed Beam Headlamps I 2 Unplug the lamp assembly from the connector 3 Install a new headlamp 4 Reverse the previous steps to reinstall the headlamp 1 Remove the four screws from th...

Page 273: ...kof the headlamp on the driver s side by turning the bulb to the left one quarter of a turn 4 On the passenger s side turn thebulb to the right one quarter of a turn Also toremove the bulbon the passe...

Page 274: ...s To 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 trimlevel 2 Remo...

Page 275: ...ebulb assembly from the backof the lens and replace the bulb Reverse Steps 2 and 3 to replace the bulb Turn the socketto the rightto replace it in thelens assembly Replace the screwson the parking tur...

Page 276: ...ille 3 Remove the bulb by twisting it out of the socket Turn the bulb to remove it Install the new bulb 4 Reverse these steps to reinstall the lamp Taillamps 1 Open the rear door 2 Push the socket pro...

Page 277: ...I 3 Remove thenuts with a deep socket wrench 4 Remove the hidden upper nuts 6 38...

Page 278: ...5 Lift the lamp as you rotate it toward the rear of the vehicle 6 Squeeze the tab on the side of the sockets while turning themto the left to remove 6 39...

Page 279: ...sto reinstall the lamp See NormalMaintenanceReplacementParts in the Index for the proper type of replacementblade Replacementblades come in differenttypes andare removed in different ways To remove th...

Page 280: ...assembly into the windshield Tires Yo fS v vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service see...

Page 281: ...hat underinflation or overinflation is all right It s not Ifyour tires don t have enough air underinflation you can get thefollowing 0 Too much flexing Too much heat 0 Tireoverloading 0 Badwear 0 Badh...

Page 282: ...tice unusual wear rotate your tires as soonas possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When It sTime for New Tires and Wheel Replacement later in this section for...

Page 283: ...certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index A CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a...

Page 284: ...Dual Tire Operation When the vehicle is new or whenever a wheel wheel bolt or wheel nut isreplaced check the wheel nut torque after 100 1 000and 6 000 miles 160 1600 and 10000 km of driving For proper...

Page 285: ...ntinueto have tires that are designed to give properendurance handling speed rating traction ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle If your tires havean all season tread design th...

Page 286: ...temporary use spare tires tires with nominal rimdiameters of 10to 12inches 25 to 30 cm or to some limited production tires While the tiresavailable on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks ma...

Page 287: ...lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a levelof performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent hi...

Page 288: ...bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with newGM original equipment parts This way you will besure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nutsfor your vehicle I A CAUTION Using the wrong replac...

Page 289: ...en It could fail suddenly and cause an accident Ifyou have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipmentwheel NOTICE Use tire chainsonly where legal and only when you must Use chains that are the...

Page 290: ...ays you can In many uses these willdamage your vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach ReducingAgents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust andloose dirt Wipe v...

Page 291: ...roblems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruitjuice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then spongethe soi...

Page 292: ...hanonce Things like tar asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don t get them off quickly Use a clean cloth and a vinyl leather cleaner See your dealer for this product For stubborn stains use a le...

Page 293: ...shield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield withGM Windshield Cleaner...

Page 294: ...ft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Cleaning ExteriorLampsLenses Use lukewarm or cold w...

Page 295: ...ter is all that is usually needed However you may use chrome polish on chrome or stainless steeltrim if necessary Use special care with aluminum trim To avoid damagingprotective trim never use auto or...

Page 296: ...sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the bodyrepair shop applies anti corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection Finish Damage Any stonechips fractures...

Page 297: ...ody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmosphericconditionscan create a chemical fallout Airborne pollutants canfall upon and attack painted surfaces on y...

Page 298: ...moke and fingerprints Glass Cleaner Cleans vinyl tops upholstery and convertibletops Wash Wax Concentrate Cleans and lightly waxes Armor All Protectant Protects leather wood acrylics PlexiglasN plasti...

Page 299: ...e in the frontcorner of the instrument panel on the driver s side You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Serv...

Page 300: ...dlamp wiring is protected bya circuit breaker in the lamp switch An electrical overload will cause the lamps to flicker on and off or insome cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp wiri...

Page 301: ...ccess door To remove fuses if you don t have a fuse extractor hold the endof the fuse between your thumb and indexfinger and pull straight out Be sure to use the correctfuse If you ever have a problem...

Page 302: ...Mirrors IP Cluster DRL Relay DRLModule HDLP Switch Keyless Entry Illumination Low Coolant Module CHIME Module DRAB Module Hazard Lamps CHIME Module Cruise Control Auxiliary Power Outlet DLC License Pl...

Page 303: ...upLamps BTSI Solenoid Radio Ign Accy Upfitter Provision Relav 4WAL PCM ABS Cruise Control Radio Battery Power Antenna PRNDL Automatic Transmission EVO Steering Passlock Rear Window Defog RR HVAC Cont...

Page 304: ...on Switch Starter Relay Ignition Switch Instrument Panel Fuse Block Instrument Panel Fuse Block Headlamp Switch Rear Auxiliary Blower Motor Relays Heated 0 2 Sensors Mass Air Flow Sensor EGR ValveSole...

Page 305: ...ir ConditioningClutch Relay Fuel Pump Relay VCM PCM Fuel Pump andEngine Oil Pressure Switch Replacement Bulbs LAMP OR BULB Sealed BeamHeadlamps CompositeLow Beam Headlamps Composite High Beam Headlamp...

Page 306: ...if you have any questions please contact your GM dealer These specifications are for information only If you have any questions see the service manual for the chassis or refer to the body manufacturer...

Page 307: ...ter refill the level MUST be checked as outlined under Engine Cooling System in Section 5 Crankcase Capacity Approximate ENGINE VIN Quantity With Filter VORTEC 4300 W 4 5 Quarts 4 3 L VORTEC 5000 M 5...

Page 308: ...Chassis Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Engine VORTEC 4300 VORTEC 5000 VIN W M Oil Filter PF1218 Air Cleaner Filter A917C A9 17C PCV CV789C cv774c Spark Plugs 41 932 41 932 Fuel Filter GF481 GF4...

Page 309: ...If you re not sure ask your dealer TYPE QTY Front Only QTY Front and Rear Refrigerant 3 00lbs 1 36kg 4 5 lbs 2 04kg R 134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity NOTICE R 134a refrigerant is not compa...

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Page 312: ...7 7 Introduction Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services Short Trip City Definition Short TripKity Intervals Long Trip Highway Definition Long Trip Highway Intervals 7 a 7 27 7 38 7 42 7 44 7 46 Short T...

Page 313: ...e important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To he...

Page 314: ...tion See Service and Owner Publications in the Index Tart B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in goo...

Page 315: ...ourdealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluidsand lubricantsto use are listed in PartD Make su...

Page 316: ...ns is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner your vehicle or other commercial application Short Trip City Intervals Gasoline Engines Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filt...

Page 317: ...0Miles 240 000 km Cooling System Service or every60 months whichever occursfirst These intervals only summarizemaintenanceservices Be sureto followthe complete maintenance schedule on thefollowing pag...

Page 318: ...r severe conditions only Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Fuel Filter Every 50 000Miles 83000 km Automatic Long Tripmighway Intervals Gasoline Engines Every 60 000 Miles 100000 km Engine Accessory Drive B...

Page 319: ...esbe performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension kingpin bushings steering linkage and rear driveline center splines A good timeto check your br...

Page 320: ...first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Check axle fluidlevel and add fluid as needed See footnote 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Indexf...

Page 321: ...er rotation pattern andadditional information Seefootnote MILEAGE An Emission Control Service See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every3 months whichever occursfirst...

Page 322: ...whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote 0 Rotate tires...

Page 323: ...ditional information Seefootnote An Emission Control Service See footnote 27 000 Miles 45 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whicheveroccurs first An Emission ControlService 0 Lub...

Page 324: ...d underhood insulation for damage or looseness Adjust or replace as required This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States 0 Rotate tires See Tire Insp...

Page 325: ...ck axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Seefootnote 39 000 Miles 65 000 km 17 Change engine oiland filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst 0 Lubricate chassis components or every3 months wh...

Page 326: ...onents or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Check axle fluid level and addfluid as needed Seefootnote 0 Clean and repackthe front wheel bearings or at each brake relining 0 Inspect air cleaner f...

Page 327: ...roper rotation pattern andadditional information Seefootnote DATE I 50 000 Miles 83 000 km 17 Change automatic transmissionfluid and filter if the vehicle s GVWR is over 8600 lbs or if the vehicle is...

Page 328: ...cate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection andRotation in the Index for proper ro...

Page 329: ...t wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occursfirst 0 Vehicles WithGVWR Above 8 500lbs Only Inspect shieldsand underhood insulation fordamage or looseness Adjustor replace as required Thi...

Page 330: ...k cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote rotation pattern andadditional information See footnote 0 Ro...

Page 331: ...tion See footnote An Emission Control Service Seefootnote 69 000Miles 115000 km 0 Changeengine oil andfilter or every3 months whicheveroccurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every3 months whic...

Page 332: ...ichever occursfirst An Emission Control Sewice See footnote 0 Clean andrepack the front wheel bearings or ateach brake relining whichever occursfirst 0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in...

Page 333: ...mation See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote 81 000 Miles 135 000 km Change engine oil andfilter or every3 months whichever occursfirst 0 Lubricatechassis components or every3 months w...

Page 334: ...months whichever occurs first 0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote 90 000Miles 150000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 mo...

Page 335: ...Noise EmissionControl Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States 93 000 Miles 155 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every3 months whichever occursfirst 0 Lubricate chassis c...

Page 336: ...ever occursfirst 0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Seefootnote An Emission Control Service See footnote 100 000 Miles 166000 km 0 Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service 17...

Page 337: ...and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluidand filter An Emission ControlService 0 Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve 150 000 Miles 240 000 km 0...

Page 338: ...mit recall liability priorto the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that allrecommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorde...

Page 339: ...5 000 Miles 25 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occursfirst 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 12months whichever occursfirst I7 Check axle fluid level and add flu...

Page 340: ...rmation See footnote MILEAGE An Emission Control Service See footnote 30 000 Miles 50 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubri...

Page 341: ...or replace as required This isa Noise Emission Control Service Applicableonly to vehiclessold in the UnitedStates 37 500Miles 62 500 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occur...

Page 342: ...his isa Noise EmissionControl Service Applicable onlyto vehicles sold in the United Stutes 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation inthe Index for proper rotation pattern andadditional informa...

Page 343: ...everoccurs first 0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See f...

Page 344: ...e parts asneeded An Emission Control Service See footnote 0 Vehicles With GVWR Above 8 500lbs Only Inspectshields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness Adjust or replace as required This is...

Page 345: ...s 125 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whicheveroccurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occursfirst Check axle fluidl...

Page 346: ...d additional information See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first El Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occu...

Page 347: ...tional information See footnote 97 500 Miles 162 500 km 0 Change engine oil andfilter or every 12months whichever occursfirst 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whicheveroccurs first 0...

Page 348: ...iously and therefore haven t changed yourautomatic transmission fluid change both thefluid and filter An Emission ControlService 32 C or higher 0 If you haven t used yourvehicle under severe service c...

Page 349: ...oolant mixtureif necessary See EngineCoolant in the Indexfor further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tankand add the proper...

Page 350: ...er Blade Check Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking Replace blade inserts thatappear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield Also see Wiper Blades Cleaning in the Index Che...

Page 351: ...K P or NEUTRAL N If the starter works in any other position your vehicle needs service When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow th...

Page 352: ...Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle beginto move Park on a fairly steep hill with thevehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot onthe regular brake set the parking brake 0 To...

Page 353: ...ect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Exhaust System Inspection Inspect thecomplete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look fo...

Page 354: ...dex A fluid loss may indicate a problem Check the axle and repair it if needed Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks...

Page 355: ...ean water preferablydistilled and use only GM Goodwrench DEX COOL or Havoline DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT HydraulicBrake Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid System G...

Page 356: ...assis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB USAGE One Piece Propshaft Spline Hood Latch Assembly Pivots Spring Anchor and Release...

Page 357: ...d after the maintenance interval Any additional informationfrom Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance rece...

Page 358: ...Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAr rENANCE PERFORMED 7 47...

Page 359: ...Maintenance Record MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7 48...

Page 360: ...edure Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program Canadian Roadside Assistance Courtesy Transportation GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute Resolution...

Page 361: ...However if a concern has not been resolvedto your complete satisfaction takethe following steps STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management Normally concerns can be quickly re...

Page 362: ...h For help outside of the United States and Canada call the followingnumbers as appropriate In Mexico 525 625 3256 In Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English or 1 800 496 9993 Spanish 0 Inthe U S Virgin Is...

Page 363: ...enter P O Box 7047 Troy MI48007 7047 In Canada write to General Motorsof Canada Limited Customer CommunicationCentre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LlH 8P7 Refer to your Warranty andOwn...

Page 364: ...ee number willprovide you over the phone roadside assistance with minor mechanical problems If your problemcannot be resolved over the phone our advisors have access to a nationwide network of dealer...

Page 365: ...conjunction withthe coverage provided by the Bumperto Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty to eligible purchasers of 1998Chevrolet passenger car and light duty trucks Please see your sellingdealer for...

Page 366: ...owing available to give to the advisor 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Vehicle Identification Number VIN License plate number Vehicle color Vehicle location Telephone number where you can be reached Vehicle mileage Des...

Page 367: ...ys Note All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by yourChevrolet dealer service management Claim amounts should reflect all actualcosts 0 Chevrolet Courtesy Transportation is not...

Page 368: ...ty can assist in arriving at a solution to a disagreement regarding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty To assist in resolving these disagreements Chevrolet voluntari...

Page 369: ...vrolet Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 222 1020 Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with aseparate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information REPORTINGSAFETYDE CTS TO THE UNI...

Page 370: ...hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 222 1020or write Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 7047 Troy MI 48007 7047 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777...

Page 371: ...e Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle...

Page 372: ...rovide dealer or company name and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent Mail completed order form to For purchases outside USA please write to the above address fo...

Page 373: ...b NOTES...

Page 374: ...rogram Ashtrays AudioSystems 1 26 1 33 1 31 1 29 1 29 1 28 2 54 1 32 1 30 1 31 1 30 6 16 3 6 6 70 6 48 6 56 3 27 6 21 2 57 4 7 4 7 6 51 6 59 8 9 2 48 3 7 Automatic Transmission Check 7 39 Transmission...

Page 375: ...ngLight 2 56 Trailer 4 33 Transrniission ShiftInterlock Check 7 40 Brakes Anti Lock 4 7 Braking in Emergencies 4 8 Break In New Vehicle 2 17 BrightnessControl 2 40 BTSI Check 7 40 Bulb Rqlacement 6 32...

Page 376: ...0 8 11 Defensive Driving 4 2 Defogging 3 3 3 4 Defrosting 3 3 3 4 DomeLamps 2 43 Door Locks 2 4 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light 2 62 Sliding 2 12 Storage 2 48 Swing Out Side 2 10 Drive Position...

Page 377: ...rTank 6 5 Filter Air 6 16 Finish Care 6 55 FinishDamage 6 57 FirstGear AutomaticTransmission 2 23 Flashers HazardWarning 5 2 FlatTire Changing 5 22 Fluids and Lubricants 7 44 ForeignCountries Fuel 6 5...

Page 378: ...2 17 IgnitionTransmissionLockCheck 7 41 Inflation Tire 6 42 Inside Day Night Rearview Mirror 2 45 Inspections 7 42 Brakesystem 7 43 Engine Cooling System 7 42 Exhaust Systems 7 42 RearAxle 7 43 Steeri...

Page 379: ...Maintenance Schedule 7 1 Long Tripmighway 7 27 Long Tripmighway Definition 7 6 Long Tripmighway Intervals 7 7 Owner Checks and Services 7 38 Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 42 Recommended Fluids an...

Page 380: ...lts 1 25 Parking Lots 2 16 8 Problemson the Road 5 1 Publications Service and Owner 8 11 8 12 Radiator 5 18 RadiatorPressure Cap 6 24 Radio Reception 3 23 Radios 3 7 3 9 3 11 3 16 Rain Driving In 4 15...

Page 381: ...ren l 41 Extender l 61 LapBelt l 40 PassengerPosition 1 26 ReminderLight 1 12 2 53 ReplacingAfter a Crash 1 62 Right Front Passenger Position 1 26 ShoulderBelt HeightAdjuster 1 19 SmallerChildren and...

Page 382: ...Wheel Tilt 2 34 StorageAreas 2 48 Storage Vehicle 6 3 1 Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 36 SunVisors 2 49 Symbols Vehicle v Skidding 4 13 Taillamp Bulb Replacement 6 37 TapePlayerCare 3 25 Temperature...

Page 383: ...2 TTYUsers 8 4 Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals 2 35 Turn SignalNultifunction Lever 2 34 Turn Signals When Towinga Trailer 4 35 Underbody Maintenance 6 58 UnderhoodLamp 2 44 Vehicle Control 4 5 Dam...

Page 384: ...shieldWiper 2 36 Wiper Blade Cleaning 6 54 BladeReplacement 6 40 Wiring Headlamp 6 61 CleaningtheBlades 6 54 Wiper Blade Check 7 39 Fuses 6 61 Wrecker Towing 5 8 Winter Driving 4 23 Wrench Wheel 5 24...

Page 385: ...GINE OIL DIPSTICK SECONDARY HOOD RELEASE P6 9 WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID P6 26 I HOOD RELEASE P6 8 I FUEL DOOR P6 5 For detailed information referto the page number listed or see the indexin the backof t...

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