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Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts

Engine

“VORTEC”4300

“VORTEC”5000

“VORTEC”5700

“VORTEC”7400

VIN

Oil Filter

PF52

PF1218

Air Cleaner Filter *

A917C

PCV Valve

CV769C

CV774C

Spark Plugs

932

Fuel Filter

GF481

Radiator Cap

RC36

* Replace with AC Air Filter, Part No. A917C and for severe dusty conditions, use AC Air Filter, Part No. 1236C.

Summary of Contents for 1999 Express Van

Page 1: ...rent conditions 5 1 Problems on the Road This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or overheated engine etc 6 1 Service and Appearance Care Here the man...

Page 2: ...Division whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in...

Page 3: ...Index in back of the manual It s an alphabetical list of what s in the manual and the page number where you ll find it Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this boo...

Page 4: ...that could damage your vehicle In the notice area we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the n...

Page 5: ...ymbols have to do with your lamps MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH TURN SIGNALS PARKING LAMPS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER W...

Page 6: ...yellowblue vi Model Reference This manual covers these models Passenger Van Cargo Van Cab and Chassis...

Page 7: ...re Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 16 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 16 Driver Position 1 24 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 25 Right Front Passenger Positio...

Page 8: ...at To adjust the seat pull the lever up to release the seat bottom and slide the seat to where you want it Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locke...

Page 9: ...toward the left You can raise and lower the front and rear of 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...

Page 10: ...o its job 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 neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the...

Page 11: ...r and safety belt latch These will keep the safety belts out of the way while people get into the rear seats Removing the Rear Seat 1 Disconnect the quick release latch plates for the lap shoulder bel...

Page 12: ...he carpet mat flap at the inboard side of the seat base in the rear 3 Locate the red handle on the inboard side of the seat base and rotate it up 4 Once the red handle is rotated up pull the handle to...

Page 13: ...at from the floor rails 8 Remove the seat from the vehicle 9 Install the trim covers to the floor rails These are supplied in a cardboard box at delivery 10 For the first rear seat stow the safety bel...

Page 14: ...collision or sudden stop People in the vehicle could be injured Be sure to lock the seat into place properly when installing it CAUTION A safety belt that is twisted or not properly attached won t pro...

Page 15: ...onto the pins inside of the rails 3 To install the locking pin at the rear of the seat base pull the carpet mat flap back on the inboard side to locate the hole in the rail for the pin 4 Remove the pi...

Page 16: ...ing the vehicle Safety Belts They re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains t...

Page 17: ...to buckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do h...

Page 18: ...yellowblue 1 12 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it...

Page 19: ...yellowblue 1 13 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield...

Page 20: ...trument panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety b...

Page 21: ...so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buck...

Page 22: ...position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the se...

Page 23: ...a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or e...

Page 24: ...adjuster to 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...

Page 25: ...belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase...

Page 26: ...ION You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This coul...

Page 27: ...ously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic...

Page 28: ...u can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would appl...

Page 29: ...is twisted across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight...

Page 30: ...ding pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn...

Page 31: ...houlder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Air Bag System This part explains...

Page 32: ...s Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system CAUTION You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren t wearing your safety belt even if you have air bags Wearing...

Page 33: ...njured or killed This is true even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags Air bags plus CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults bu...

Page 34: ...lue 1 28 How the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger...

Page 35: ...can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level w...

Page 36: ...with you may be warm but not too hot to touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation doesn t prevent the driver from seeing or from being able t...

Page 37: ...appens and then you start your vehicle the damage could make the air bags inflate even if there s no crash You would have to replace the air bags as well as the sensors and related parts If your vehic...

Page 38: ...m working properly A As long as the push bumper or bicycle rack is attached to your vehicle so that the vehicle s basic structure isn t changed it s not likely to keep the air bags from working proper...

Page 39: ...re wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Pa...

Page 40: ...lock If it does let it go back 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...

Page 41: ...is could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt l...

Page 42: ...installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seats To provide added safety belt comfort...

Page 43: ...The elastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The...

Page 44: ...Outside Passenger Positions earlier in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take t...

Page 45: ...ilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder...

Page 46: ...le Smaller Children and Babies Except Cargo Vans with Passenger Air Bags CAUTION Children who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed This is tr...

Page 47: ...ild small enough for 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 because an infant s neck i...

Page 48: ...l a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240...

Page 49: ...Always secure children properly in your vehicle CAUTION A very young child s hip bones are so small that a regular belt might not stay low on the hips as it should Instead the belt will likely be over...

Page 50: ...ehicle A baby doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240...

Page 51: ...s When selecting a child restraint take into consideration not only the child s weight and size but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used...

Page 52: ...estraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs 9 kg and about 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 need in...

Page 53: ...hese forward facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs 9 to 18 kg and about 26 to 40 inches 66 to 102 cm in height or up to around four years of age One type a...

Page 54: ...o 27 kg or even up to 36 kg and about four to eight years of age A booster seat is designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Booster seats with shields use lap only belts however...

Page 55: ...Vans and Cab and Chassis Models Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put yo...

Page 56: ...int in this vehicle Here s why CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger s air bag inflates even though your vehicle has Next Generation fron...

Page 57: ...op strap it should be anchored If you need to have an anchor installed your dealer can obtain a kit with anchor hardware and installation instructions specifically designed for this vehicle The dealer...

Page 58: ...restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint...

Page 59: ...using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions...

Page 60: ...he child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate...

Page 61: ...push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull...

Page 62: ...air bags This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag If your vehicle is a passenger van always secure a rear facing child restraint in a r...

Page 63: ...s far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Seats in the Index 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the...

Page 64: ...hild restraint You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure...

Page 65: ...dow so the child can wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But...

Page 66: ...der belt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s...

Page 67: ...belt in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits...

Page 68: ...that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed g...

Page 69: ...ak In 2 16 Ignition Positions 2 18 Starting Your Gasoline Engine 2 19 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 21 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 24 Parking Brake 2 25 Shifting Into PARK P 2 27 Shifting...

Page 70: ...a vehicle with the ignition key is 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...

Page 71: ...our dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make an extra key Keep this tag in a safe place If you lose your key you ll be able to have a new one made easily using this tag NOTICE Your vehicle has a nu...

Page 72: ...ou increase the 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 be far better off whenever you drive your vehicl...

Page 73: ...ar door the side sliding door or the front portion of the 60 40 side swing out door Rear Cargo Door With this feature you can lock these doors so they can t be opened from the inside by passengers Mov...

Page 74: ...button down to return the door locks to normal operation Keyless Entry System If Equipped If your vehicle has this option you can lock and unlock your doors from about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m awa...

Page 75: ...y system If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work try this D Check to determine if battery replacement or transmitter resynchronizati...

Page 76: ...an have only two transmitters matched to it Battery Replacement Under normal use the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years You can tell the battery is weak if th...

Page 77: ...This prevents anyone from recording and playing back the signal from the transmitter To resynchronize your transmitter stand close to your vehicle and simultaneously press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK...

Page 78: ...to slide the door toward the front of the vehicle When the door slides closed completely it will be flush with the side of the body To open the sliding door from inside rotate the handle upward and to...

Page 79: ...nd slide the door toward the front of the vehicle to a closed position Make sure the door is completely closed before driving your vehicle 60 40 Swing Out Side Door To open the 60 front portion of a 6...

Page 80: ...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 closed The front side swing out door has a check strap assembly in the do...

Page 81: ...rs D Make sure all other windows are shut D Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the setting on VENT HEAT BLEND or DEF Additionally on vehicles with heating air con...

Page 82: ...ent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal However there are ways you can help Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside it s an easy targe...

Page 83: ...inder is tampered with fuel is disabled During normal operation the SECURITY light will go off approximately five seconds after the key is turned to the RUN ignition position If the engine stalls and...

Page 84: ...km or so During this time your new brake linings aren t yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get...

Page 85: ...nition is turned to LOCK OFF C This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel It doesn t lock the steering wheel like LOCK Use OFF if you must have your vehicle in motion...

Page 86: ...ion key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm NOTICE Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your bat...

Page 87: ...not perform properly If you ever have to have your vehicle towed see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Engine Coolant H...

Page 88: ...ould be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before...

Page 89: ...attery 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 CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shif...

Page 90: ...r sand without damaging your transmission 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 when you re already moving us...

Page 91: ...you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on If you manually select SECOND 2 the transmission will drive in SECOND 2 You may use this feature for reduci...

Page 92: ...l marked BRAKE RELEASE to release the parking brake If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released the brake system warning light will go off NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cau...

Page 93: ...ve left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you re p...

Page 94: ...h the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the engine runnin...

Page 95: ...the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of PARK P Your vehicle has a brake transmission shift interlock system You have to fu...

Page 96: ...llowblue 2 28 Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite Don t park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can bu...

Page 97: ...s coming into your vehicle D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and D Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not to park with t...

Page 98: ...you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you...

Page 99: ...Push the 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 s window switch also h...

Page 100: ...latch at the edge of the window and swing the window out and push down the latch into the locked open position To close the window pull the latch toward you and push down on the latch to lock it Rear...

Page 101: ...on VENT HEAT BLEND or DEF Additionally on vehicles with heating air conditioning systems NORM A C or BI LEVEL A C can be used That will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the...

Page 102: ...ard for right and two downward for left positions These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever...

Page 103: ...m to high or high to low pull the multifunction lever all the way toward you Then release it When the high beams are on this light on the instrument panel also will be on Windshield Wipers You control...

Page 104: ...iper will stop until the motor cools Although the circuit is protected from electrical overload overload due to heavy snow or ice may cause wiper linkage damage Always clear ice and heavy snow from th...

Page 105: ...ng roads or in heavy traffic D Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Don t use crui...

Page 106: ...e two ways to go to a higher speed D Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed Push the button at the end of the lever then release the button and the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at...

Page 107: ...km h below the set speed your cruise control will automatically disengage When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake takes...

Page 108: ...he parking lamp symbol to turn on D Parking Lamps D Sidemarker Lamps D Taillamps D License Plate Lamps D Instrument Panel Lights D Ashtray Lamp Turn the knob clockwise again to the master lighting sym...

Page 109: ...will make your headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when D The ignition is on D The headlamp switch is off and D The parking brake is released When the DRL are on only your headlamps will be on...

Page 110: ...in a luggage 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...

Page 111: ...amps to automatically come on when the doors are open or to remain off If the DOME OVERRIDE button is pushed in the dome lamps will not come on If the DOME OVERRIDE button is out your interior lamps w...

Page 112: ...o reduce glare from headlamps behind you after dark Push the tab away from you to restore the mirror to the original position Outside Mirrors Adjust your outside mirrors so you can just see the side o...

Page 113: ...lectric outside 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 may be convex...

Page 114: ...type mirrors they can be adjusted so you can have a clear view of objects behind you 1 To adjust the mirrors when towing a trailer rotate the mirror by pushing the mirror head toward the front of the...

Page 115: ...tte Lighter Ashtray The front ashtray is located in the instrument panel extension at the center of the instrument panel Lift up on the ashtray door to open it NOTICE If you store paper and other thin...

Page 116: ...or without lamps Just lift the mirror cover on each visor to turn the lamps on if you have them Accessory Power Outlets You can plug auxiliary electrical equipment into accessory power outlets Just p...

Page 117: ...t Panel A Lamp Controls B Air Vents C Instrument Cluster D Comfort Controls System E Audio System F Auxiliary Power Outlet G Cupholder H Ashtray I Cigarette Lighter J Convenience Tray K Horn L Turn Si...

Page 118: ...ion shown Canada similar Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many other things...

Page 119: ...vincial vehicle registration office But generally if the new odometer can be 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...

Page 120: ...rt the engine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of yo...

Page 121: ...ir bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on...

Page 122: ...tion should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to create maximum power You can only drive for a short time with the reading in either warning zone If you must drive turn...

Page 123: ...are driving pull off the road 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 ve...

Page 124: ...akes See Brake System Warning 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...

Page 125: ...produce a cleaner environment The SERVICE ENGINE SOON light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem...

Page 126: ...ne is not running If the light doesn t come on have it repaired This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways D Light Flashing A misfire condition has been detected A misfire in...

Page 127: ...ap properly installed should turn the light off Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water If so your electrical system may be wet The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical sy...

Page 128: ...all have it repaired 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 engine may not...

Page 129: ...costly and is not covered by your warranty Security Light This light will come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to START The light will stay on until the engine starts If the light flashes th...

Page 130: ...on briefly when you are starting the engine If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving check your coolant temperature and engine oil pressure gages to see if they are in the warning zone...

Page 131: ...less fuel 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 ta...

Page 132: ...yellowblue 2 64 NOTES...

Page 133: ...ps 3 7 Audio Systems 3 8 Setting the Clock for Systems with SET Button 3 8 Setting the Clock for Systems with HR and MN Buttons 3 8 AM FM Stereo 3 10 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player If Equipped...

Page 134: ...knob toward HI To decrease airflow turn it toward LO To turn the fan off turn the mode knob on the far right to OFF Temperature Knob The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the relative t...

Page 135: ...e fan off turn 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 v...

Page 136: ...old weather HEAT DEFROST Use this setting to divide airflow between the heater floor vents and windshield DEFROST This setting directs air through the windshield defroster vents This setting is useful...

Page 137: ...red area and for cooler air turn the knob toward the blue area To regulate the airflow location adjust the center knob on the control panel Turn the knob counterclockwise for floor vent airflow or clo...

Page 138: ...hot outside and you need to cool the inside air quickly MAX A C lets in only a little air from the outside If you first use MAX A C you can then use A C with the temperature knob in the blue area as...

Page 139: ...w moments before driving off This helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your windows D Keep the air path under the front seats clear of obje...

Page 140: ...the correct minute appears on the display To display the clock with the ignition off press RECALL or HR MN and the time will be displayed for a few seconds There is an initial two second delay before...

Page 141: ...tons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 14 stations seven AM and seven FM Just 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select the band 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press SET SE...

Page 142: ...e sound between the speakers FADE Turn the control behind the lower knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers AM FM Stereo with C...

Page 143: ...ive seconds Whenever you press that numbered button the station you set will return 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton In addition to the four stations already set up to three more stations may be...

Page 144: ...so thin they may not work well in this player Once the tape is playing use the knobs for VOLUME BAL FADE BASS and TREB just as you do for the radio REV Press the SEEK left arrow to reverse the casset...

Page 145: ...ired level Turn the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the SCV Then as you drive SCV automatically increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any particular speed The v...

Page 146: ...matically selected for that button 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton P SCAN The preset scan button lets you scan through your favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons Select either the AM FM1...

Page 147: ...sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise to adjust sound to the left speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Press lightly on this knob to release it from its...

Page 148: ...manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation FWD 6 Press this button to rapidly...

Page 149: ...dicating the feature is active 4 Insert the adapter It will power up the radio and begin playing This override routine will remain active until EJECT is pressed AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player a...

Page 150: ...stored position when you re not using it SEEK Press the right 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 see...

Page 151: ...NE display will go blank If a station is weak or 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 button to s...

Page 152: ...the previous selection If you hold this button or press it more than once the disc will advance further Sound is muted in this mode RDM 2 Press this button to play the tracks on the disc in random or...

Page 153: ...isc from the player and play the radio When the same or a new disc is inserted the disc will start playing on track one If a compact disc is left sitting in the opening for more than a few seconds the...

Page 154: ...to quickly reverse within a track As the CD reverses elapsed time will be displayed to help you find the correct passage FWD 6 Press and hold this button to quickly advance within a track As the CD ad...

Page 155: ...THEFTLOCK is activated the radio will display LOC to indicate a locked condition anytime battery power has been interrupted If your battery loses power for any reason you must unlock the radio with t...

Page 156: ...terrent Feature After a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition on LOC will appear on the display 2 Press MN and 000 will appear on...

Page 157: ...dio the radio won t turn on and LOC will appear on the display To unlock a secured radio see Unlocking the Theft Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss earlier in this section Understanding Radio Recept...

Page 158: ...mechanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they aren t they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player Yo...

Page 159: ...Control 1 Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press and hold the TAPE AUX button for five seconds The tape symbol on the display will flash for two seconds 4 Insert the scrubb...

Page 160: ...the outer edge Care of Your Compact Disc Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism...

Page 161: ...his will prevent the mast from possibly getting damaged If the antenna does not go down when you turn the radio off it may be damaged or need to be cleaned In either case lower the antenna by hand by...

Page 162: ...yellowblue 3 30 NOTES...

Page 163: ...ve Driving 4 3 Drunken Driving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Steering 4 11 Off Road Recovery 4 12 Passing 4 13 Loss of Control 4 14 Driving at Night 4 16 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4...

Page 164: ...st preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you...

Page 165: ...rink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then dri...

Page 166: ...l is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks The law in many U S states sets th...

Page 167: ...t the right answer What if there s an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid...

Page 168: ...s perception time and reaction time First you have to decide to push on the brake pedal That s perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time...

Page 169: ...That means better braking and longer brake life If your engine ever stops while you re driving brake normally but don t pump your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine...

Page 170: ...e wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver cou...

Page 171: ...ime 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 functioning y...

Page 172: ...your speed as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while your front wheels are straight ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady...

Page 173: ...e is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder...

Page 174: ...lly indicates it 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 D Do...

Page 175: ...driver to get ahead of you Perhaps you can ease a little to the right Loss of Control Let s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and accel...

Page 176: ...aces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited While driving on a surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including...

Page 177: ...night vision For example if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night But if you re driving don t wear sunglasses at nigh...

Page 178: ...dry roads And if your tires don t have much tread left you ll get even less traction It s always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving The surface may get wet...

Page 179: ...your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if...

Page 180: ...n the underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Some Other Rainy Weather Tips D Besides slowing down allow some extra following distanc...

Page 181: ...ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving D Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and j...

Page 182: ...make sure there isn t another vehicle in your blind spot Once you are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a reasonable following distance Expect to move slightly slower at night When you wan...

Page 183: ...nosis Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum o...

Page 184: ...evels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transmission These parts can work hard on mountain roads D Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some...

Page 185: ...to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission and you can climb the hill better D Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Don t swing wide o...

Page 186: ...h and reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you...

Page 187: ...Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have an anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would...

Page 188: ...to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe D Turn on your hazard flashers D Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow D Put on extra clothing...

Page 189: ...and it keeps the battery or batteries charged You will need a well charged battery or batteries to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a...

Page 190: ...le Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your l...

Page 191: ...an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle D When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Towing a Trailer CAUTION If you don t use the correct equipment and drive properly...

Page 192: ...ailer If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here are some important points D There are many different laws including speed limit restrictions having to do with trailering Make sure your rig wil...

Page 193: ...t can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle The following chart shows how much your trailer can weigh based upon vehicle model and options Model Engine Axle Ratio Max Trai...

Page 194: ...al or gross weight of your 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 t...

Page 195: ...is equipment is very important for proper vehicle loading and good handling when you re driving D Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you re...

Page 196: ...ke the brake fluid tap at the port on the master cylinder that sends fluid to the rear brakes But don t use copper tubing for this If you do it will bend and finally break off Use steel brake tubing D...

Page 197: ...rking This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working...

Page 198: ...iler the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not It s import...

Page 199: ...e regular brakes When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you D Start your engine D Shift into a gear and D Release the parking bra...

Page 200: ...llowing color code chart when connecting the wiring harness to your trailer Five Wire Harness D Light Green Back up lamps D Brown Parking lamps D Yellow Left stoplamp and turn signal D Dark Green Righ...

Page 201: ...ccur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 3 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 9 Towing Your Vehicle 5 10 Engine Overheating Gasoline Engine 5 12 Cooling System Gasoline Engine 5 20 Engine...

Page 202: ...on and off Push the button at the top of the steering column all the way down to make your front and rear turn signals flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your k...

Page 203: ...you D They contain gas that can explode or ignite D They contain enough electricity to burn you If you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these...

Page 204: ...he electrical resistance 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles aren t touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you don t wan...

Page 205: ...this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the batteries have enough water You don t need to add water to the ACDelco FreedomR battery or batteries installed in ev...

Page 206: ...nted metal engine part or a body metal surface Don t connect positive to negative or you will get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too And don t connect the negative to nega...

Page 207: ...le has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the good 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 t...

Page 208: ...hile 12 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service 13 Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting Take care that...

Page 209: ...nly the correct hooks NOTICE Use the proper towing equipment to avoid damage to the bumper fascia or fog lamp areas of the vehicle With current trends in automotive styles and design it is essential t...

Page 210: ...f you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of st...

Page 211: ...d and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE B or DRIVE D If you no longer have the overheat...

Page 212: ...safe to lift the hood here s what you ll see A Radiator Pressure Cap B Coolant Recovery Tank C Engine Fan s If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it c...

Page 213: ...ses and other engine parts can be very hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engi...

Page 214: ...t your vehicle needs service Turn 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 50 50 mixtu...

Page 215: ...on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the FUL...

Page 216: ...dly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is ho...

Page 217: ...ure cap and 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...

Page 218: ...ture up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark 5 Put the cap b...

Page 219: ...he radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace t...

Page 220: ...ally disengages If a Tire Goes Flat It s unusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out...

Page 221: ...d they could be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine To be...

Page 222: ...le has a flat rear tire do not remove or restore a tire from to a storage position under the vehicle while the vehicle is supported by a jack Always tighten the tire fully against the underside of the...

Page 223: ...mounting bracket Set the jack and jacking 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 extension has a...

Page 224: ...nd extension to hook the cable Then pull the spare from beneath the vehicle If the retainer pulls out hook the inside of the wheel and pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle When the tire has...

Page 225: ...Jacking Tool Storage A Socket B Jack Handle 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 an...

Page 226: ...emoving the Wheel Covers and Locking Wheel Nuts 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 faces you 2 Loosen the...

Page 227: ...ellowblue 5 27 3 Remove the center cap Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 With the DOWN side facing you use the ratchet and socket to loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them ye...

Page 228: ...as a bolt on the end Attach the socket end of the extension to the jack bolt Attach the ratchet to the extension with the UP side facing you 3 Turn the ratchet clockwise That will raise the jack lift...

Page 229: ...the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and...

Page 230: ...he vehicle by turning the ratchet clockwise Make 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 an...

Page 231: ...hes to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil...

Page 232: ...heel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 140 lb ft 190 N m NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To...

Page 233: ...rtment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place 1 Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle...

Page 234: ...yellowblue 5 34 3 Pull the wheel toward the rear of the vehicle keeping the cable tight 4 Attach the ratchet with the UP side facing you to the extension...

Page 235: ...ck cover If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck you will need to spin the wheels but you don t want to spin your wheels too fast The method known as roc...

Page 236: ...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 wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal...

Page 237: ...ne Oil Gasoline Engine 6 16 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Gasoline Engines 6 17 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 21 Rear Axle 6 21 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 21 Thermostat 6 22 Engine Coolant 6 25 Power Steeri...

Page 238: ...want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual s...

Page 239: ...engines please read this Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher It is recommended that the gasoline meet specifications which have been developed by the American Automobile Manufa...

Page 240: ...our service station operator whether or not his fuel contains MMT General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines If fuels containing MMT are used spark plug life may be reduced and your e...

Page 241: ...driving You can also write us at the following address for advice Just tell us where you re going and give your Vehicle Identification Number VIN General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation 1908...

Page 242: ...gasoline on 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 tank is nearly full...

Page 243: ...tank and emissions system may be damaged See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static...

Page 244: ...underhood electric fan CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic...

Page 245: ...icle and release the secondary hood release Lift the hood release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood hinge The underhood lamp if equipped will automaticall...

Page 246: ...lift the hood you ll see these items A Battery B Coolant Recovery Tank C Engine Oil Dipstick D Engine Oil Fill E Transmission Dipstick F Air Cleaner G Power Steering Reservoir H Brake Master Cylinder...

Page 247: ...e of 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 Fe...

Page 248: ...ine Oil Gasoline Engine If your vehicle has a diesel engine see Engine Oil Diesel Engine in the Diesel Engine Supplement It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to g...

Page 249: ...you ll need to add at least one quart of oil But you must use the right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Do...

Page 250: ...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 own oil be sure you use oil that has...

Page 251: ...otection for your engine at extremely low temperatures Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil Your dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added When to Change Engine O...

Page 252: ...anufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a real threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all free flowing oil from the filter befo...

Page 253: ...ing on the engine with the air cleaner filter off NOTICE If the air cleaner filter is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine which will damage it Alwa...

Page 254: ...some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts starting a fire Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transmission fluid Wait at least 30 minutes b...

Page 255: ...ecking the Fluid Level D Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running D With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P D With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift...

Page 256: ...the transmission fluid while it is hot A cold check is used only as a reference If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check It d...

Page 257: ...Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Radiator Pressure Cap The radiator pressure cap must be tightly installed with the arrows on the cap lined up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck NOTI...

Page 258: ...to 265_F 129_C D Protect against rust and corrosion D Help keep the proper engine temperature D Let the warning lights and gages work as they should NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that yo...

Page 259: ...ire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged T...

Page 260: ...and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiato...

Page 261: ...ower Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tight...

Page 262: ...hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If you will be operating your vehicle in an area w...

Page 263: ...ts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid D Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it s very cold This allows for expansion if freezing occurs which c...

Page 264: ...inings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you hav...

Page 265: ...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 use the proper brake fluid NOTICE D Using the wrong fluid ca...

Page 266: ...This 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 pads for wear and evenly torque w...

Page 267: ...your brakes may no longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking...

Page 268: ...for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index Bulb Replacement For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your GM dealer service department Before replacing a...

Page 269: ...everse the previous steps to reinstall the headlamp Composite Headlamps 1 Open the hood 2 Locate the rear side of each of the headlamps 3 Without removing the headlamp assembly itself remove the bulb...

Page 270: ...Reverse the previous steps to reinstall the headlamp Front Parking Turn Signal Lamps To replace the front parking turn signal lamps 1 Remove the outer screws from the parking turn signal lamp lens ass...

Page 271: ...e bulb assembly while turning it counterclockwise Remove the bulb assembly from the back of the lens and replace the bulb Reverse Steps 2 and 3 to replace the bulb Turn the socket clockwise to replace...

Page 272: ...Remove the screw from the top of the lens 2 Unclip the bottom of the lamp from the grille 3 Remove the bulb by twisting it out of the socket Turn the bulb to remove it Install the new bulb 4 Reverse...

Page 273: ...yellowblue 6 37 Taillamps 1 Open the rear door 2 Push the socket protector until you can see the fasteners 3 Remove the nuts with a deep socket wrench...

Page 274: ...yellowblue 6 38 4 Remove the hidden upper nuts 5 Lift the lamp as you rotate it toward the rear of the vehicle...

Page 275: ...6 39 6 Squeeze the tab on the side of the sockets while turning them counterclockwise to remove 7 Turn the bulb counterclockwise to remove it Install the new bulb 8 Reverse the above steps to reinstal...

Page 276: ...se it from the wiper arm hook 3 Remove the insert from the blade assembly The insert has two notches at one end that are locked by bottom claws of the blade assembly At the notched end pull the insert...

Page 277: ...nd a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause seriou...

Page 278: ...u that underinflation or overinflation is all right It s not If your tires don t have enough air underinflation you can get the following D Too much flexing D Too much heat D Tire overloading D Bad we...

Page 279: ...me you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When It s Time for New Tires and Wheel Replacement later in this s...

Page 280: ...label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loos...

Page 281: ...ture cut or other damage that can t be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage Dual Tire Operation When the vehicle is new or whenever a wheel wheel bolt or wheel nut is replaced c...

Page 282: ...continue to have tires that are designed to give proper endurance handling speed rating traction ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle If your tires have an all season tread desi...

Page 283: ...ver or temporary use spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches 25 to 30 cm or to some limited production tires While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and ligh...

Page 284: ...e life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standa...

Page 285: ...els wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle CAUTION Using the wro...

Page 286: ...hat are the proper size for your tires Install them on the tires of the rear axle Tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer s i...

Page 287: ...and painted surfaces with a clean damp cloth Cleaning of Fabric and Carpet Your dealer has two cleaners Multi Purpose InteriorCleaner and Capture Non Solvent Dry Spot and Soil Remover for cleaning fab...

Page 288: ...Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sp...

Page 289: ...ct Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth Then let the leather dry naturally Do not use heat to dry D For stubborn stains u...

Page 290: ...ing the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax sap or other material may be on the...

Page 291: ...or they could stain Dry the finish with a soft 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 Cleani...

Page 292: ...er you may use chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim if necessary Use special care with aluminum trim To avoid damaging protective trim never use auto or chrome polish steam or caustic soap...

Page 293: ...d requires sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection Finish Damage Any stone ch...

Page 294: ...underbody car 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 surf...

Page 295: ...last plastic rubber and vinyl 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels and floor mats 1052929 16 oz 0 473 L Wheel Cleaner Spray on and rinse...

Page 296: ...the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Serv...

Page 297: ...headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in the lamp switch An electrical overload will cause the lamps to flicker on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlam...

Page 298: ...to the fuse block access door To remove fuses if you don t have a fuse extractor hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out Be sure to use the correct fuse If y...

Page 299: ...odule CHIME Module DRAB Module 5 HAZARD Hazard Lamps CHIME Module 6 CRUISE Cruise Control 7 PWR AUX Auxiliary Power Outlet DLC 8 CRANK 9 PARK LPS License Plate Lamp Parking Lamps Taillamps Front Sidem...

Page 300: ...WAL PCM ABS Cruise Control 19 RADIO B Radio Battery Power Antenna 20 TRANS PRNDL Automatic Transmission 21 SECURITY Passlock 22 RR DEFOG Rear Window Defog 23 Not Used 24 RR HVAC RR HVAC Controls HIGH...

Page 301: ...nt Panel Fuse Block LIGHTING Instrument Panel Fuse Block Headlamp Switch RR BLOWER Rear Auxiliary Blower Motor Relays ENG I Heated O2 Sensors Mass Air Flow Sensor EGR Valve Solenoid Evap Canister Purg...

Page 302: ...tioning Clutch Relay ECM B Fuel Pump Relay VCM PCM Fuel Pump and Engine Oil Pressure Switch Replacement Bulbs LAMP OR BULB QTY NUMBER Sealed Beam Headlamps 2 H6054 Composite Low Beam Headlamps 2 6052...

Page 303: ...built or 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 man...

Page 304: ...s 24 6 L After 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 V6 W 4 5 Quarts 4 3 L VO...

Page 305: ...acity Approximate TYPE QUANTITY MODEL TYPE Standard Tank 31 Gallons 117 33 L Passenger and Cargo Standard Tank 33 Gallons 124 90 L Cab and Chassis Optional Tank 55 Gallons 208 18 L Cab and Chassis 159...

Page 306: ...t is used If you re not sure ask your dealer Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity NOTICE R 134a refrigerant is not compatible with R 12 refrigerant in an air conditioning system R 12 in an R 134a sys...

Page 307: ...Oil Filter PF52 PF1218 PF1218 PF1218 Air Cleaner Filter A917C A917C A917C A917C PCV Valve CV769C CV769C CV769C CV774C Spark Plugs 41 932 41 932 41 932 41 932 Fuel Filter GF481 GF481 GF481 GF481 Radiat...

Page 308: ...yellowblue 6 72 NOTES...

Page 309: ...nance Services 7 5 Short Trip City Definition Gasoline Engines 7 5 Short Trip City Intervals Gasoline Engines 7 6 Long Trip Highway Definition Gasoline Engines 7 7 Long Trip Highway Intervals Gasoline...

Page 310: ...nance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance procedures are important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the...

Page 311: ...ce information See Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehi...

Page 312: ...service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever servi...

Page 313: ...ause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Gasoline Engines Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or 3 mont...

Page 314: ...intervals only summarize maintenance services Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages Long Trip Highway Definition Gasoline Engines Follow this scheduled maintenanc...

Page 315: ...000 km Automatic Transmission Service vehicles over 8600 GVWR or driven under severe conditions only Long Trip Highway Intervals Gasoline Engines Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Engine Accessory Drive...

Page 316: ...or to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front...

Page 317: ...l Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rota...

Page 318: ...er or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Inspect air cleaner filter if you are dri...

Page 319: ...rn and additional information See footnote 21 000 Miles 35 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or...

Page 320: ...te chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote 30 000 Miles 50 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every...

Page 321: ...rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 33 000 Miles 55 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis...

Page 322: ...ice j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote 42 000 Miles 70 000 km j Change engine oil and fi...

Page 323: ...ecessary An Emission Control Service See footnote j Vehicles With GVWR Above 10 000 lbs Only Inspect shields for damage or looseness Adjust or replace as required This is a Noise Emission Control Serv...

Page 324: ...xi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter at 100 000 miles 166 000 km 51 000 Miles 85 000 km j Change engine oil and filter...

Page 325: ...gine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check axle fluid level a...

Page 326: ...Service j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Conduct Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR system inspection as described in the service manual An Emission Control Service See foo...

Page 327: ...onths whichever occurs first See footnote j Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote 66 000 Miles 110 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first...

Page 328: ...bricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the In...

Page 329: ...just or replace as required This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States 78 000 Miles 130 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whic...

Page 330: ...rol Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Ro...

Page 331: ...he front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Rotat...

Page 332: ...rol Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Ro...

Page 333: ...or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as f...

Page 334: ...ush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck...

Page 335: ...ntenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be perform...

Page 336: ...15 000 Miles 25 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See...

Page 337: ...ormation See footnote 30 000 Miles 50 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whic...

Page 338: ...occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote j Rotate ti...

Page 339: ...itional information See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j Change 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...

Page 340: ...information See footnote 60 000 Miles 100 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months...

Page 341: ...or replace as required This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States j Inspect Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR system as described in the service manual...

Page 342: ...nge engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check axle fluid...

Page 343: ...rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chass...

Page 344: ...nformation See footnote 97 500 Miles 162 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months w...

Page 345: ...or delivery service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filte...

Page 346: ...attendant to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engi...

Page 347: ...herstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather more frequen...

Page 348: ...rks in any other position your vehicle needs service Brake Transmission Shift Interlock BTSI Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could...

Page 349: ...roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking b...

Page 350: ...ne Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked swollen or deteriorated Inspect all pipes fittings and clamps replace as needed Clean the outside of the radia...

Page 351: ...M GoodwrenchR DEX COOLR or HavolineR DEX COOLR Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT...

Page 352: ...lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT One Piece Propshaft Spline Spline Lubricant Special Lubricant GM Part No 12345879 or lubricant meeting requirements...

Page 353: ...s provided after the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all mainte...

Page 354: ...yellowblue 7 46 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 355: ...r Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 6 Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program 8 7 Canadian Roadside Assistan...

Page 356: ...partments Sometimes however despite the best intentions of all concerned misunderstandings can occur If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps should be taken STEP...

Page 357: ...on or title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield D Dealership name and location D Vehicle delivery date and present mileage When contacting Chevrolet...

Page 358: ...is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or di...

Page 359: ...If toll free service is not available in the Caribbean call Puerto Rico 1 787 763 1315 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse yo...

Page 360: ...ealer recommended service providers Roadside membership is free however some services may incur costs Roadside offers two levels of service to the customer Basic Care and Courtesy Care D Toll free num...

Page 361: ...urtesy Care at any time For complete program details see your Chevrolet dealer to obtain a Roadside Assistance Center brochure The Roadside Assistance Center uses companies that will provide you with...

Page 362: ...d to drive the vehicle until scheduling can be accomplished If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow...

Page 363: ...nformation Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact your dealer for specif...

Page 364: ...SA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the W...

Page 365: ...MI 48007 7047 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa...

Page 366: ...mation about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 20 00 Without P...

Page 367: ...99 90 00 1999 50 00 1999 20 00 1999 15 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 6 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax See Note Below GM CHE ORD99 Prices are subject to ch...

Page 368: ...yellowblue 8 14 NOTES...

Page 369: ...6 22 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 2 56 4 7 Brakes 4 7 Appearance Care 6 50 Appearance Care Materials 6 59 Arbitration Program 8 3 Ashtrays 2 47 Audio Systems 3 7 Automatic Transmission Shiftin...

Page 370: ...harging System Light 2 53 Check Gages Light 2 62 Checking Transmission Fluid Cold 6 19 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 62 Chemical Paint Spotting 6 58 Child Restraints 1 45 Securing in a Rear Outsid...

Page 371: ...13 Sliding 2 9 Storage 2 47 Storage Pocket 2 47 Swing Out Side 2 11 Drive Position Automatic Transmission 2 23 Driver Position 1 16 Driving City 4 18 Defensive 4 2 Drunken 4 3 Freeway 4 19 In a Blizz...

Page 372: ...n Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement 6 34 Front Storage Area 2 47 Fuel 6 3 Canada 6 3 Filling a Portable Container 6 7 Filling Your Tank 6 5 Gage 2 62 In Foreign Countries 6 5 Tank Capacity 6 69 Fuses and C...

Page 373: ...leaning 6 53 Fuse Block 6 62 Interior Lamps 2 43 Jack Tire 5 22 Jump Starting 5 3 Keyless Entry System 2 6 Keys 2 2 Labels Certification 4 28 Certification Tire 4 28 Service Parts Identification 6 60...

Page 374: ...ype 2 46 Convex Outside 2 45 Inside Day Night Rearview 2 44 Power Remote Control 2 44 Visor Vanity 2 48 MMT 6 4 Model Reference vi Mountain Roads 4 22 Multifunction Lever 2 34 Neutral Automatic Transm...

Page 375: ...t Seatbacks 1 3 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 43 Recovery Tank Coolant 5 14 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 27 Refrigerants Air Conditioning 6 70 Remote Compact Disc Player 3 21 Replacement Bulbs...

Page 376: ...5 Replacing Rear 1 8 Restraint Systems 1 1 Seat Controls 1 2 Securing a Child Restraint 1 52 1 54 1 56 Second Gear Automatic Transmission 2 23 Security Light 2 61 Service 6 2 Bulletins Ordering 8 11...

Page 377: ...d Rotation 6 43 Loading 4 28 Pressure 6 42 Temperature 6 48 Traction 6 48 Treadwear 6 47 Uniform Quality Grading 6 47 Wear Indicators 6 45 Wheel Replacement 6 49 When It s Time for New 6 45 Top Strap...

Page 378: ...Warranty Information 8 8 Washer Fluid Windshield 6 26 Washing Your Vehicle 6 55 Weatherstrips 6 54 Wheel Alignment 6 48 Nut Torque 5 32 6 67 Replacement 6 49 Wrench 5 23 Windows 2 31 Power 2 31 Side L...

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