Chevrolet 2000 Tahoe Owner'S Manual Download Page 1

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Summary of Contents for 2000 Tahoe

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Page 2: ...s purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 1 800 CHEV USA 1 800 CHEV USA Free lockout assistance Free dead battery assistance Free out of fuel assistance Free flat tire change Emergency towing Courtesy...

Page 4: ...rs Cruise Control Interior and Exterior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Convenience Net Cargo Cover Luggage Carrier If Equipped Accessory Power Outlets OnStar System If Equipped Sunroof If Equipped...

Page 5: ...ng a Trailer Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio Cassette Player CD Player Radio Theft Deterrent Feature If Equipped Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle En...

Page 6: ...commended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records Tires and Wheels Appearance Care Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers Capacities and Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Fue...

Page 7: ...e it to quickly find something you want to read Section 8 Customer Satisfaction Procedures Customer Assistance Offices Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation Warranty Information See Warranty...

Page 8: ...ral Motors of Canada Limited for Chevrolet Motor 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...

Page 9: ...r to explain things quickly Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you wer...

Page 10: ...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 notice...

Page 11: ...s 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 WINDSH...

Page 12: ...x Model Reference This manual covers these models Utility Suburban...

Page 13: ...Use unleaded gas only 87 Octane or higher See Section 6 Cooling System See Section 5 Hood Release See Section 6 Windshield Washer Fluid See Section 6 Spare Tire Pressure See Section 5 Battery See Sec...

Page 14: ...Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 21 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 21 Driver Position 1 27 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 28 Right Front Passenger Position 1 28...

Page 15: ...moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving If your vehicle has a manual bucke...

Page 16: ...up or down in a continuous motion until the cushion reaches the desired height Manual Lumbar Control If Equipped If your vehicle has a lumbar adjustment you can increase or decrease lumbar support in...

Page 17: ...n by raising the rear edge of the button Lower the rear of the seat cushion by lowering the rear edge of the button Move the seat rearward by moving the whole button toward the rear of the vehicle Mov...

Page 18: ...the desired level of support To decrease support press and hold the bottom of the control Let go of the control when the lower seatback reaches the desired level of support Memory Seat If Equipped The...

Page 19: ...e An indicator light on the button will illuminate for each heat setting anytime the heated seats are operating The heated front seats will be canceled after the ignition is turned to OFF If you still...

Page 20: ...this The shoulder belt can t do its job In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The bel...

Page 21: ...seat which may be folded down to give you more cargo space The rear seatbacks are equipped with rearward folding head restraints When the seatback is being folded down the head restraint will automat...

Page 22: ...ay the buckles will be out of the way when the seat is folded and will be available for passengers to use when the seat is returned to the passenger position Also make sure that nothing is under or in...

Page 23: ...wer the seat cushion until it latches into position Pull forward on the seatback and up on the seat cushion to make sure the seat is securely in place Check to see that the buckles on the driver s sid...

Page 24: ...l the seat forward until it stops Be sure to return the seat to the passenger position when finished Pull forward and push rearward on the seat to make sure it is locked in place Folding the Third Sea...

Page 25: ...it is locked into position If still more cargo space is desired the third seat can also be folded and tumbled forward by using the lever labeled 2 To return the seats to their original position revers...

Page 26: ...lock rod Secure the support rod in its stored position on the underside of the seat Lower the seat to the floor and let the seat drop into place Lift up on the carrying handle to make sure the seat is...

Page 27: ...ed unless the seatback is folded To unlatch the seat from the floor pull up on the release lever labeled 2 at the rear of the seat and lift the rear of the seat up off of the floor Pull on the strap a...

Page 28: ...that isn t locked into place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop People in the vehicle could be injured Be sure to lock the seat into place properly when installing it Safety Belts...

Page 29: ...ckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a...

Page 30: ...1 17 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take thesimplest vehicle Suppose it sjust a seat onwheels Put someone on it...

Page 31: ...1 18 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield...

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

Page 33: ...ey work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up...

Page 34: ...r vehicle has We ll start with the driver 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...

Page 35: ...as you pull up on the shoulder belt The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less...

Page 36: ...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 inju...

Page 37: ...ou can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cau...

Page 38: ...be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too...

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

Page 40: ...n it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously inju...

Page 41: ...e frontal and side impact air bag systems Your vehicle has four air bags a frontal air bag for the driver another frontal air bag for the right front passenger a side impact air bag for the driver and...

Page 42: ...where something hits the side of your vehicle They aren t designed to inflate in frontal in rollover or in rear crashes Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there...

Page 43: ...em is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this manual...

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

Page 45: ...r bag the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between an occupant and an air bag and don...

Page 46: ...not designed to inflate in frontal or near frontal impacts rollovers or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant A side impact air bag will only deploy on the side of the vehicle tha...

Page 47: ...ir bags and only in moderate to severe side collisions for the driver s and right front passenger s side impact air bags What will you see after an air bag inflates After an air bag inflates it quickl...

Page 48: ...he module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air bag inflation and driver s safety belt usage at deployment Some modules also record speed engine rpm brake...

Page 49: ...ing Equipment to Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Q If I add a push bumper or bicycle rack to the front of my vehicle will it keep the air bags from working properly A As long as the push bumper or bicyc...

Page 50: ...ge RPO VYU But don t change or defeat the snow plow s tripping mechanism If you do it can damage your snow plow and your vehicle and it may cause an air bag inflation Center Passenger Position Lap Bel...

Page 51: ...ositioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbel...

Page 52: ...plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Exten...

Page 53: ...ld cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks i...

Page 54: ...hen 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 seat To provide added safety belt comfo...

Page 55: ...de from its storage clip on the trim panel near the side of the seatback For the third row remove the guide from its storage clip on the side of the seatback 2 Place the guide over the belt and insert...

Page 56: ...1 43 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The guide must be on top of the belt Second Row Seat...

Page 57: ...and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be...

Page 58: ...mall 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 is wea...

Page 59: ...ash 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 lb 110...

Page 60: ...n 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 An i...

Page 61: ...ints 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 a fro...

Page 62: ...orward 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 conver...

Page 63: ...nt is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards Then follow the instructions for the restraint You may find these instr...

Page 64: ...ng child restraint in a rear seat You may secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It s better t...

Page 65: ...dy to secure the child restraint itself Suburban Yukon XL models with rear seats A child restraint with a top strap should only be used in the second or third row Don t use a child restraint with a to...

Page 66: ...t front passenger s position or in the third row because there s no place to anchor the top strap An anchor loop bracket for a top strap is located at the bottom rear of the seat cushion for each seat...

Page 67: ...aint 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 The c...

Page 68: ...the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freel...

Page 69: ...ckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To tighten the belt pull its free end while you push down on the...

Page 70: ...ld passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position Don t use child restraints in this position The restraints won t work properly Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front S...

Page 71: ...e instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag always move the se...

Page 72: ...estraint 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 To rem...

Page 73: ...o 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 they...

Page 74: ...lt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper...

Page 75: ...in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the...

Page 76: ...might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a...

Page 77: ...Engine 2 17 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 18 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 22 Four Wheel Drive If Equipped 2 27 Parking Brake 2 28 Shifting Into PARK P 2 30 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 31 Par...

Page 78: ...le with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don...

Page 79: ...n easily open the doors and fall out When a door is locked the inside handle won t open it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle This may not be s...

Page 80: ...o lock all the doors at once Press the recessed side of the switch marked U to unlock all the doors at once If your vehicle has this power door lock switch press the bottom of the switch on either fro...

Page 81: ...program mode you need to 1 Beginning with the ignition in OFF pull back on the turn signal multifunction lever all the way toward you and hold it while you perform the next step 2 Turn your key to ON...

Page 82: ...lock None of the doors unlock Press the lock side of the power lock switch on the door panel twice This turns off the automatic lock feature For more information see your dealer Lockout Prevention Th...

Page 83: ...se interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an...

Page 84: ...d off by pressing the horn button again waiting for 30 seconds or starting the vehicle Matching Transmitter s To Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmit...

Page 85: ...m together 4 Resynchronize the transmitter 5 Check the operation of the transmitter Resynchronization Resynchronization may be necessary due to the security method used by this system The transmitter...

Page 86: ...Exhaust in the Index Liftgate Glass and Liftgate To open a mechanical lock system from the outside insert the key into the lock and turn it counterclockwise to unlock the glass and liftgate The liftga...

Page 87: ...don t do it When you park your vehicle and open the driver s door you ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Always do this Your steering wheel will be...

Page 88: ...d the horn will sound for about two minutes then will turn off to save the battery power Remember the theft deterrent system won t activate if you lock the doors with a key or use the manual door lock...

Page 89: ...rviced by an authorized service center PasslockR Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock theft deterrent system Passlock is a passive theft deterrent system Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lo...

Page 90: ...ar and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings D Don t tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information Ignition...

Page 91: ...this works then your vehicle needs service Retained Accessory Power If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with a Retained Accessory Power RAP feature which will allow certain features on your vehic...

Page 92: ...5 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter When starting your engine in very cold weather below 0_F or 18_C do this 1 With your foot off the accelerator pe...

Page 93: ...ur vehicle See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped In very cold weather 0_F 18_C or colder the engine coolant heater can help You ll get easier starting and better fuel...

Page 94: ...ng to list everything here we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you ll be parking your vehicle The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area Automatic Transmission...

Page 95: ...en when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If you have four wheel drive your vehicle will be free to rol...

Page 96: ...hit people or objects Don t shift out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing NOTICE Damage to your transmission caused by shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N with the engine racing isn t c...

Page 97: ...wer fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the selector lever is put in FIRST 1 while the vehicle is moving forward the transmission won t shift into f...

Page 98: ...Drive If Equipped If your vehicle has four wheel drive you can send your engine s driving power to all four wheels for extra traction To get the most satisfaction out of four wheel drive you must be f...

Page 99: ...strument panel cluster Use these switches to shift into and out of four wheel drive You can choose among four driving settings 2HI This setting is used for driving in most street and highway situation...

Page 100: ...eep sand deep mud deep snow and climbing or descending steep hills CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P You or someone els...

Page 101: ...transmission in gear If the 4LO switch is pressed when your vehicle is in gear and or moving the 4LO indicator light will flash for 30 seconds and not complete the shift unless your vehicle is moving...

Page 102: ...te 7 Shift the transmission to REVERSE R for one second then shift the transmission to DRIVE D for one second 8 Turn the ignition to OFF 9 Place the transmission shift lever in PARK P 10 Release the p...

Page 103: ...hold the regular brake pedal down Pull the bottom edge of the lever located above the parking brake pedal marked BRAKE RELEASE to release the parking brake If the ignition is on when the parking brake...

Page 104: ...won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow With four wheel drive if your transfer case is in NEUTRAL N your vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift lever is...

Page 105: ...leave your vehicle with the engine running Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set If you have four wheel drive and your transfer c...

Page 106: ...u are ready to drive move the shift lever out of PARK P before you release the parking brake If torque lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of t...

Page 107: ...ciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if D Your exhaust system sounds strange or different D Your vehicle gets rusty underneath D Your vehicle was damaged in a collision D Your vehicle...

Page 108: ...can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unles...

Page 109: ...level the vehicle If a self equalizing hitch is being used the vehicle should be driven approximately 2 miles 3 2 km with the trailer prior to adjusting leveling the hitch Automatic Level Control The...

Page 110: ...tional control of the shock absorbers This additional control results in better ride and handling characteristics when the vehicle is loaded or towing a trailer See Tow Haul Mode in the Index for more...

Page 111: ...n the window partway lightly tap the switch until the window is at the desired position If you have power windows the power window switch has a lockout feature This feature prevents the rear windows f...

Page 112: ...nal 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 will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the dire...

Page 113: ...h beam or high to low beam 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 Flash To Pass Feature This...

Page 114: ...t delay between wipes This can be very useful in light rain or snow Turn the band to choose the delay time The closer to LO the shorter the delay For steady wiping at low speed turn the band away from...

Page 115: ...ice on the windshield blocking your vision Rear Window Washer Wiper This switch is located on the instrument panel To turn the rear wiper on turn the switch to either 1 or 2 For long delayed wiping tu...

Page 116: ...mph 40 km h If you apply your brakes the cruise control will disengage CAUTION D Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on win...

Page 117: ...or pedal United States Canada The CRUISE light on the instrument panel will illuminate when the cruise control is engaged Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed an...

Page 118: ...you ll go about 1 mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow...

Page 119: ...to the first notch to return the radio and gearshift indicator LED display to full intensity when the headlamps or parking lamps are on To turn on the dome lamps with the vehicle doors closed rotate t...

Page 120: ...you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it You may be able to turn off your Automatic Headlamp System See Daytime Running Lamps DRL later in this section for more information Lam...

Page 121: ...t automatically come on when it becomes dark outside As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it 1 With the ignition in the RUN position 2 Press the DOME OVERRI...

Page 122: ...e roof mounted lamp If your vehicle has this switch your vehicle may have the Snow Plow Prep Package For further information see Snow Plow Prep Package in the Index Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Int...

Page 123: ...his position the dome lamps will remain on whether a door is opened or closed You can use the DOME OVERRIDE button located below the parking headlamp knob to set the dome lamps to come on automaticall...

Page 124: ...daytime operation Electrochromic Inside Rearview Mirror with Compass If Equipped When on an electrochromic mirror automatically dims to the proper level to minimize glare from lights behind you after...

Page 125: ...ompass will show two character boxes for approximately two seconds After two seconds the mirror will display the compass heading When cleaning the mirror use a paper towel or similar material dampened...

Page 126: ...ompensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight Under certain circumstances as during a long distance cross country trip it will be necessary to adjust for compass variance Compass varia...

Page 127: ...or off by briefly pressing either the TEMP or the COMP button Temperature Display Pressing the TEMP button once briefly will toggle the compass temperature reading on and off To alternate the temperat...

Page 128: ...id cleaner to enter the mirror housing Compass Calibration The compass may need calibration if D After five seconds the display does not show a compass heading N for North for example there may be a s...

Page 129: ...and true geographic north If not adjusted to account for compass variance your compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance 1 Use the COMP button located at the bottom of the mirr...

Page 130: ...sted so you can have a clear view of objects behind you Pull out the mirror head to extend it for better visibility when towing a trailer Electric Outside Rearview Mirrors If Equipped The control is l...

Page 131: ...g lanes Storage Compartments Your vehicle has a variety of storage compartments designed to store small items Glove Box To open your glove box move the switch toward the passenger s side and pull the...

Page 132: ...a laptop computer The storage compartment also has a folding writing table on top of the armrest lid To use the writing table pull the latch at the rear of the table and swing the writing table forwar...

Page 133: ...out of the vehicle To put the shade in the vehicle first make sure the shade slot in the holder faces rearward with the round surface facing down Then hold the shade at an angle and place the shade h...

Page 134: ...ed to the roof and crossrails which can be moved back and forth to help secure cargo Tie the load to the siderails or siderail supports NOTICE Loading cargo that weighs more than 200 lbs 90 6 kg on th...

Page 135: ...ill go Tie the load to the crossrails and the siderails or siderail supports Also tie the load to the bumpers Do not tie the load so tightly that the crossrails or siderails are damaged D For the purp...

Page 136: ...ment Just push the lighter all the way in and let go When it s done it will pop back by itself Accessory Power Outlets Two accessory power outlets are located near the cigarette lighter Use these outl...

Page 137: ...glass will not be fully seated unless the button is held until the glass stops moving With the sunroof closed press the forward side of the button to open the sunroof to the vent position The sunroof...

Page 138: ...conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes and modifications to...

Page 139: ...smitter has been programmed Release both buttons once the light starts to flash rapidly If you have trouble programming the HomeLink Transmitter make sure that you have followed the directions exactly...

Page 140: ...head unit must be trained to the HomeLink Transmitter Training a Garage Opener with a Rolling Code Feature If Equipped If you have not previously programmed the hand held transmitter to the HomeLinkR...

Page 141: ...turer of the unit at 1 800 355 3515 Erasing Channels To erase all three programmed channels hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Release both bu...

Page 142: ...2 66 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 143: ...shift Lever H Tow Haul Selector Switch I Audio System J Comfort Control System K Instrument Panel Fuse Block L Hood Release M Center Instrument Panel Utility Block N Tilt Lever If Equipped O Parking B...

Page 144: ...nada and Light Duty Transmission clusters are 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 about how much fuel...

Page 145: ...he engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Warning Lights Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle The pictures will help you locate them Wa...

Page 146: ...lready buckled neither the chime nor the light will come on Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the air bag symbol The system checks the air...

Page 147: ...stays on after you start your vehicle The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be rea...

Page 148: ...stem Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible Brake System Warning Light With the ignition on the brake system warning light will flash when you set the parking brake The light will flash if the...

Page 149: ...d for service Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds That s normal If the light sta...

Page 150: ...to do See Engine Overheating in the Index Transmission Temperature Gage If Equipped United States Canada If your vehicle has a heavy duty automatic transmission you will have a transmission temperatur...

Page 151: ...hicle with the transmission temperature gage above the normal operating range you can damage the transmission This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered under your warranty The followin...

Page 152: ...hen the Traction Assist System is active Slippery road conditions may exist if the LOW TRACTION light comes on so adjust your driving accordingly Traction Off Light If you have the Traction Assist Sys...

Page 153: ...ck on see Traction Assist System in the Index D If the Traction Assist System is affected by an engine related problem the system will turn off and the light will come on Have your vehicle serviced Ma...

Page 154: ...Emission Inspection Maintenance test This light should come on as a check to show you it is working when the ignition is on and the engine is not running If the light doesn t come on have it repaired...

Page 155: ...operly 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 system...

Page 156: ...your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you...

Page 157: ...vehicle serviced NOTICE Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty Cruise Light If Equipped United States Canada The CRUISE light comes on when...

Page 158: ...more or 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 fi...

Page 159: ...ries such as the radio and the air conditioner TRANS FLUID HOT If you have an automatic transmission you have a transmission temperature warning display contained in the message center If the transmis...

Page 160: ...transmission maintenance intervals TRANS HOT IDLE ENGINE Your vehicle has a transmission over temperature display contained in the message center If this warning message is displayed pull the vehicle...

Page 161: ...If the transmission is operated at higher temperatures on a frequent basis see Scheduled Maintenance in the Index for the proper transmission maintenance intervals LOW COOLANT This message is display...

Page 162: ...See Engine Overheating in the Index for further information CHECK ENG OIL PRESSURE This message is displayed when the engine oil pressure is low See Oil Pressure Gage in the Index for more informatio...

Page 163: ...y be a problem with the Passlock System Your vehicle will not be protected by Passlock and you should see your GM dealer SERVICE 4WD If Equipped If the SERVICE 4WD message comes on there may be a prob...

Page 164: ...information see Autoridet in the Index CARGO DOOR AJAR This message is displayed when the rear liftglass liftgate or panel doors are ajar when the ignition is in RUN LOW FUEL This message is displayed...

Page 165: ...em 3 15 Audio Systems 3 15 Setting the Clock for Systems with SET Button 3 15 Setting the Clock for Systems with HR and MN Buttons 3 15 AM FM Stereo 3 17 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player If Equi...

Page 166: ...through the instrument panel outlets BI LEVEL Air is delivered through the heater floor outlets as well as the instrument panel outlets The air flow can be divided between VENT and HEATER depending u...

Page 167: ...utlets BI LEVEL Air is delivered through the instrument panel outlets and the heater floor outlets The air flow can be divided between PANEL and HEATER depending upon where the knob is placed between...

Page 168: ...rned back on Pressing the RECIRCULATION button will cancel the OUTSIDE AIR button To return to normal operation and to prevent stale air be sure to return to OUTSIDE AIR In the BLEND mode outside air...

Page 169: ...b The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the desired air temperature in your vehicle This knob will allow you to adjust the interior air temperature independent of the function knob sett...

Page 170: ...if necessary With the automatic setting the air conditioning compressor automatically cycles when needed to cool the air In cold weather when the system senses the need for heat the airflow will be di...

Page 171: ...hrough the heater outlets The air conditioning compressor may run to dehumidify the air to prevent window fogging OUTSIDE AIR Press this button to force the system to use outside air Press it again to...

Page 172: ...can send cooled or heated air to the rear of the vehicle Rear Air Conditioning Without Rear Heater If Equipped To increase and decrease the flow of cooled air to the rear vents turn the rotary knob t...

Page 173: ...just the right knob on the control panel Turn the knob clockwise for floor vent airflow or counterclockwise for headliner vent airflow Generally the upper vents are used for air conditioning and the f...

Page 174: ...m the front control An OFF setting located on the front climate control panel also allows the driver to turn off the rear passenger seat controls from the front seat To adjust the air temperature turn...

Page 175: ...tion to reduce window fogging The A C button below the mode knob allows the air coming into your vehicle to be cooled This setting is useful for normal cooling on hot days When you use A C with the RE...

Page 176: ...o heat the passenger compartment The use of an engine coolant heater also reduces the time it takes for the engine to reach normal operating temperature For more information see Engine Coolant Heater...

Page 177: ...mage the warming grid and the repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty Ventilation System For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed use VENT to direct outside air thro...

Page 178: ...oes not completely shut off airflow Ventilation Tips D Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reducing...

Page 179: ...hold HR until the correct hour appears on the display Press and hold MN until the correct minute appears on the display To display the clock with the ignition off press RECALL or HR MN and the time w...

Page 180: ...utton 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 preset on each band by pressing two adjoining...

Page 181: ...ower knob to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 TUNE Turn the lower knob to tune in radio stations SEEK Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower...

Page 182: ...lever up or down to increase or decrease treble If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Adjusting the Speakers BAL Turn the control behind the upper knob to move the sound to...

Page 183: ...ape player To activate the bypass feature use the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Insert the adapter into the cassette slot 3 Within five seconds press and hold the REV and FWD buttons at the sa...

Page 184: ...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 seeking S...

Page 185: ...splay 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 select...

Page 186: ...PROG 2 Press this button to switch from one side of the tape to the other NEXT 3 Press the NEXT button or the SEEK right arrow to search for the next selection A minimum three second blank gap is requ...

Page 187: ...to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index After you clean the player press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will...

Page 188: ...el Turn the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the SCV Then as you drive SCV automatically increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any particular speed The volume le...

Page 189: ...the AM FM1 or FM2 mode and then press P SCAN It will scan through each station stored on your pushbuttons and stop for a few seconds before continuing to scan through all of the pushbuttons Press P S...

Page 190: ...s knob to release it from its stored position Turn the control clockwise to adjust the sound to the front speakers and counterclockwise for the rear speakers The middle position balances the sound bet...

Page 191: ...resume playing RECALL Press this button to see what track is playing Press it again within five seconds to see how long the CD has been playing that track Elapsed time is displayed in minutes and sec...

Page 192: ...en when the primary radio power is off VOL Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob clockwise to increase volume and counterclockwise to decrease volume Push the knob back into its stored p...

Page 193: ...ette tape is playing press this button to go to the other side of the tape TAPE CD With a cassette tape CD in the player and the radio playing press this button to play a cassette tape CD Press AM FM...

Page 194: ...ait about an hour and try again D You are driving on a very rough road Please contact your dealership if any error recurs or cannot be corrected PREV 1 Press this button to go back to the start of the...

Page 195: ...button once to play the compact disc To return to playing the radio press AM FM If both a cassette tape and CD are loaded press TAPE AUX to switch between the tape and compact disc EJECT Press this b...

Page 196: ...l appear on the display 6 Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code 7 Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code 8 Press AM FM after you have confirmed tha...

Page 197: ...Y or RUN 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press the 1 and 4 buttons together Hold them down until SEC shows on the display 4 Press MN and 000 will appear on the display 5 Press MN again to make the last two dig...

Page 198: ...loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage D Adjust th...

Page 199: ...if it is the tape or the tape player at fault If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality clean the tape player The recommended cleaning method for your cassette tape player is the use...

Page 200: ...ay will flash for two seconds 4 Insert the scrubbing action cleaning cassette 5 Eject the cleaning cassette after the manufacturer s recommended cleaning time When the cleaning cassette has been eject...

Page 201: ...grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and 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 C...

Page 202: ...cle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Traction Assist System Option 4 11 Steering 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 14 Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 16 Off Road Driving with Your Four Wheel Drive Vehicle 4 31 Driving at Night...

Page 203: ...ventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is goi...

Page 204: ...alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive Bu...

Page 205: ...e other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we...

Page 206: ...in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that perso...

Page 207: ...n you have to bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three s...

Page 208: ...p your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it ma...

Page 209: ...els is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could Th...

Page 210: ...encies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Traction Assist System Option Your vehicle may have a Traction Assist System TAS that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in s...

Page 211: ...the rough surface slows down or stops the light will go off and TAS will be on again This is normal D A Traction Assist System problem has been detected and the vehicle needs service See Traction Off...

Page 212: ...ff button Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort Steering Tips Driving on C...

Page 213: ...s are straight ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into th...

Page 214: ...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 whil...

Page 215: ...dicates 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 not g...

Page 216: ...ver 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 accelerat...

Page 217: ...traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the s...

Page 218: ...e front bumper lower air dam is held in place by a series of push pins located around the lower edge of the front bumper The push pins are accessible from underneath the front bumper The following ste...

Page 219: ...per air flow to the engine and may allow things like fog lamps or tow hooks on the front of your vehicle to be damaged Always be sure to replace the front bumper air dam when you re finished off road...

Page 220: ...eaviest things should be on the load floor and forward of your rear axle Put heavier items as far forward as you can D Be sure the load is secured properly so driving on the off road terrain doesn t t...

Page 221: ...e vehicle s exhaust system Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip especially when going to a remote area Know the terrain and plan your route You are much less likely to get bad su...

Page 222: ...f terrain You need to be familiar with the terrain and its many different features Here are some things to consider Surface Conditions Off roading can take you over hard packed dirt gravel rocks grass...

Page 223: ...rceptions and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You could have a serious or even fatal accident if you drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking See Drunken...

Page 224: ...if you don t know It s the smart way to find out D Is the hill simply too rough Steep hills often have ruts gullies troughs and exposed rocks because they are more susceptible to the effects of erosio...

Page 225: ...do First here s what you should do D Push the brake pedal to stop the vehicle and keep it from rolling backwards Also apply the parking brake D If your engine is still running shift the transmission...

Page 226: ...traight down the hill Q Suppose after stalling I try to back down the hill and decide I just can t do it What should I do A Set the parking brake put your transmission in PARK P and turn off the engin...

Page 227: ...s lightly when descending a hill and use a low gear to keep vehicle speed under control Q Are there some things I should not do when driving down a hill A Yes These are important because if you ignore...

Page 228: ...downhill slide or a rollover D Surface conditions can be a problem when you drive across a hill Loose gravel muddy spots or even wet grass can cause your tires to slip sideways downhill If the vehicl...

Page 229: ...ng on an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you re crossing an incline be sure you and your passengers get out on the uphill side even if the door there is harder to open If you get out on the downhi...

Page 230: ...tion Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction On these surfaces it s very easy to lose control On wet ice for example the traction is so poor that you will have difficulty accelerating A...

Page 231: ...away the ground from under your tires and you could lose traction and roll the vehicle over Don t drive through rushing water See Driving Through Water in the Index for more information on driving th...

Page 232: ...roads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead D In remote areas watch for animals D If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the day...

Page 233: ...act repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your hea...

Page 234: ...rough large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them CAUTI...

Page 235: ...vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive throu...

Page 236: ...city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip D Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy...

Page 237: ...ou have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close t...

Page 238: ...y Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have it done before star...

Page 239: ...leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips D Make sure your vehicle is wel...

Page 240: ...ION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have...

Page 241: ...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 proper...

Page 242: ...nti 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 on dr...

Page 243: ...ummon 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 or w...

Page 244: ...s long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps th...

Page 245: ...drive vehicles should not be towed with all four wheels on the ground Two wheel drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed To properly tow these vehicles they sh...

Page 246: ...o PARK P D Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle D Shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL N See Four Wheel Drive in the Index for the proper procedure to select the NEUTRAL position f...

Page 247: ...on Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles called Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh s...

Page 248: ...ight on the front and rear axles does not exceed their respective axle ratings NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued D For the front axle if more cargo or passengers need to be carried appropriate counter...

Page 249: ...rn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash D Put things in the cargo area of yo...

Page 250: ...front axle reserve capacity for your vehicle can be found in the lower right hand corner of the tire certification label as shown in this example In order to calculate the amount of weight any front...

Page 251: ...l Vehicle Reserve Capacity This is the difference between your GVWR and the weight of your truck with full fuel and passengers It is the amount of weight you can add to your vehicle before reaching yo...

Page 252: ...part and see your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Wei...

Page 253: ...This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads D You should tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the transmission to THIRD 3 or if necessary a lower gear selectio...

Page 254: ...peed control of the vehicle is desired Operating the vehicle in tow haul when lightly loaded or with no trailer at all will not cause damage However there is no benefit to the selection of tow haul wh...

Page 255: ...2 kg Weight distributing hitch tongue weight 10 to 15 of hitch pulling weight 1 200 lbs 544 kg maximum K 1500 4WD Engine Trans Axle Ratio Max Trailer Wt 4800 V8 3 73 6 800 lbs 3 084 kg 4 10 7 800 lbs...

Page 256: ...ailer Wt 6000 V8 3 73 8 100 lbs 3 674 kg Suburban Yukon XL 4 10 10 100 lbs 4 581 kg Weight distributing hitch tongue weight 10 to 15 of hitch pulling weight 1 200 lbs 544 kg maximum You can ask your d...

Page 257: ...arrying or a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight for your ve...

Page 258: ...iving Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if...

Page 259: ...the 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 Driving with a Trailer CAUTION If you have a rear most window ope...

Page 260: ...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 Foll...

Page 261: ...sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your bra...

Page 262: ...into PARK P 5 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear and not in NEUTRAL N 6 Release the regular brakes CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehic...

Page 263: ...are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engine oil axle lubricant belt cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If...

Page 264: ...attery Feed D Dark Blue Trailer Brake If you need to upgrade your vehicle to heavy duty trailering a brake controller harness is available from your dealer Heavy Duty Trailer Wiring Package If Equippe...

Page 265: ...re included with this trailering package See Instrument Panel Jumper Wiring Harness later in this section If you need to tow a light duty trailer with a standard four way round pin connector an adapte...

Page 266: ...hen operating a power winch always leave the transmission in NEUTRAL N Use the regular brakes set the parking brake or block the wheels to keep your vehicle from rolling Step Bumper Pad If your vehicl...

Page 267: ...that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Engine Overheating 5 12 Cooling System 5 18 Engine Fan Noise 5 18 If a T...

Page 268: ...ay down to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flashers pr...

Page 269: ...y to burn you If you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by you...

Page 270: ...ng brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure Put the transmission in PARK P If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is not in NEUTRAL N 3 Turn off the...

Page 271: ...ur vehicle has air conditioning the auxiliary electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood elec...

Page 272: ...terminal if the vehicle has one Don t connect positive to negative or you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure y...

Page 273: ...sn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part of the vehicle with the dead battery or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one 9 When connecting the cable be sure it...

Page 274: ...to you or others D Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed D Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds D Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured D Never get under your vehi...

Page 275: ...80 km You cannot tow your vehicle using sling type equipment Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance in the Index Engine Ove...

Page 276: ...om an overheated engine can burn you badly even if 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 unti...

Page 277: ...n air conditioner and it s on turn it off 3 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 4 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to...

Page 278: ...ng the auxiliary electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If th...

Page 279: ...warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOLR silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is ad...

Page 280: ...e cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure...

Page 281: ...get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTICE In cold...

Page 282: ...pper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left about one full turn If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 The...

Page 283: ...hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant sur...

Page 284: ...ages If a Tire Goes Flat It s unusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But...

Page 285: ...injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put an automatic transmission shift lever in PARK P or shift a manual transmissi...

Page 286: ...o retain the tool kit To remove it turn the wing nut counterclockwise 3 To release the bottle jack from it s holder turn the knob on the bottle jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head 4 The wheel...

Page 287: ...Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the ground Continue to turn the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle The wheel wrench has a hook...

Page 288: ...5 22 Attach the wheel wrench to the jack handle extensions as needed Attach the jack handle to the jack Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the jack lift head to the lifting point...

Page 289: ...o remain with the center cap Remove the center cap If the wheel has a smooth center piece place the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry out Removing the Flat Tire an...

Page 290: ...plow to the front of your vehicle lower the snow plow fully before raising the vehicle CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be...

Page 291: ...head is positioned so that the rear axle is resting securely between the grooves that are on the jack head Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle Raise the vehicle far enough off the gro...

Page 292: ...a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a...

Page 293: ...f the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each wheel nut by hand using the wheel wrench until the wheel is held against the hub Front Position Rear Position 1500 Series Rear Position 2500 Series 6 Turn the...

Page 294: ...e the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the prope...

Page 295: ...d 2 Tilt the retainer downward and through the wheel opening Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel 3 Attach the wheel wrench and extensions together Insert the hoist...

Page 296: ...d the jack storage cover in the left rear side panel just below the speaker and tighten adjusting clockwise until the jack is secured tight in mounting bracket For Suburban Yukon XL Models 1 Return th...

Page 297: ...could be injured And the transmission or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you re stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Don...

Page 298: ...press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear By slowly spinning your wheels in the forward and reverse directions you will cause a rocking motion that may free your vehicle...

Page 299: ...icle straight out Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back NOTICE Never use the recovery hooks to...

Page 300: ...gine Oil 6 14 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 16 Passenger Compartment Air Filter If Equipped 6 17 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 20 Rear Axle 6 21 Four Wheel Drive 6 22 Engine Coolant 6 25 Coolant Surge...

Page 301: ...to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Se...

Page 302: ...r unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher It is recommended that the gasoline meet specifications which have been developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association AAMA and endorse...

Page 303: ...ervice station operator whether or not the 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 emissi...

Page 304: ...y that does business in the country where you ll be 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 Ge...

Page 305: ...tes 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 and is more likely in hot weather Open the...

Page 306: ...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 elect...

Page 307: ...careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release To open the hood first pull the handle inside the vehicle located under and to the left of the steering wheel Then go...

Page 308: ...oolant Surge Tank C Air Filter Restriction Indicator D Engine Oil Dipstick E Automatic Transmission Dipstick If Equipped F Engine Oil Fill G Fan H Remote Negative Terminal GND I Power Steering Fluid R...

Page 309: ...oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick has a yellow ring handle and is located on the pass...

Page 310: ...he Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged The engine...

Page 311: ...te API Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil...

Page 312: ...mended oils with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good performance and engine protection When to Change Engine Oil Your vehicle has a computer that lets you know when to change your engi...

Page 313: ...oil be sure to drain all free flowing oil from the filter before disposal Don t ever dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water I...

Page 314: ...d remove the filter out of the air cleaner housing Care should be taken to dislodge as little dirt as possible 2 Clean the filter sealing surface and the filter housing 3 Install the new filter 4 Inst...

Page 315: ...riving Passenger Compartment Air Filter If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with a passenger compartment air filter The filter is located under the instrument panel below the glove compartment To...

Page 316: ...e or more of these conditions D In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher D In hilly or mountainous terrain D When doing frequent trailer towing D Uses...

Page 317: ...Fluid Cold A cold check is made after the vehicle has been sitting for eight hours or more with the engine off and is used only as a reference Let the engine run at idle for five minutes if outside te...

Page 318: ...rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the COLD are...

Page 319: ...TICE We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRONR III because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transmission Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRONR III is not covered b...

Page 320: ...ply to four wheel drive vehicles However they have two additional systems that need lubrication Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check...

Page 321: ...ture warm add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids...

Page 322: ...s whichever occurs first Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX COOLR is not covered by your new vehicle warranty What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean drinkable water and one half D...

Page 323: ...oper coolant you don t have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system These can be harmful Checking Coolant The coolant surge tank is located on the passenger s side of th...

Page 324: ...hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When replacing the pressure cap make sure it is hand tight Coo...

Page 325: ...compartment cool down 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 tighten it Then remove the cap again an...

Page 326: ...OTICE D When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water D Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage...

Page 327: ...ork well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid wh...

Page 328: ...not over the MAX mark What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only Alway...

Page 329: ...ill brake fluid on your vehicle If you do wash it off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake Wear Your vehicle has four wheel disc brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that...

Page 330: ...re is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Adjustment Every time you make a brake stop your disc brakes adjust for wear Replacing Brake System Parts The braking...

Page 331: ...tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods For your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index...

Page 332: ...gh Beam Headlamp 2 Pull the headlamp lens assembly out 3 Unplug the electrical connector 4 Turn the bulb counterclockwise and remove it from the headlamp lens assembly 5 Put the new bulb into the lens...

Page 333: ...ease lever turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the turn signal lens housing 5 Remove the bulb from the bulb socket 6 Put the new bulb into the bulb socket Use care not to touch th...

Page 334: ...screwdriver to remove the two screws from the lamp assembly 2 Remove the lamp assembly 3 Lift the lens off the lamp assembly 4 Pull the bulb straight out from the socket 5 Put a new bulb into the soc...

Page 335: ...ndex Here s how to remove the Shephard s Hook type To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly 1 Lift the wiper arm and rotate the blade until it is facing away from the windshield 2 Push the relea...

Page 336: ...the recommended pressure D Worn old tires can cause accidents If your tread is badly worn or if your tires have been damaged replace them Inflation Tire Pressure The Certification Tire label which is...

Page 337: ...an t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they re underinflated Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems Th...

Page 338: ...own on the Certification Tire 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 ca...

Page 339: ...r location of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Certification Tire label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performan...

Page 340: ...d shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety...

Page 341: ...to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A...

Page 342: ...lace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the sam...

Page 343: ...t If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chains NOTICE If your vehicle has P265 75R16 LT265 75R16 P265 70R16 or P265 70R17 size tires don t use tire chains They can...

Page 344: ...ving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle Appearance Care Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a matc...

Page 345: ...ad the instructions on the cleaner label D Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set D Carefully scrape off any excess stain D Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A s...

Page 346: ...water and allow to dry completely 3 If a stain remains follow instructions for Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth D Rub with a clean damp cloth to remove di...

Page 347: ...n GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Don t use abrasive cleaners on g...

Page 348: ...on t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Don t use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely You can...

Page 349: ...ep the paint finish looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster...

Page 350: ...may damage the paint finish and tires Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to the...

Page 351: ...body 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 surfaces...

Page 352: ...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 with...

Page 353: ...and 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...

Page 354: ...to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some electrical problem and not snow etc be sure to get it fixed Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit...

Page 355: ...iver s side edge of the instrument panel Pull off the cover to access the fuse block You can remove fuses with a fuse extractor which is mounted to the fuse block access door To remove fuses if you do...

Page 356: ...r Seat Circuit Breaker TURN Exterior Lamps Turn Signals Hazard Lamps UNLOCK Power Door Locks NAME Usage HTR A C Climate Control System WS WPR Windshield Wipers IGN 1 Ignition Instrument Panel AIR BAG...

Page 357: ...Usage SEO Special Equipment Option HTD ST Heated Seats HDLNR Headliner VANITY Headliner Wiring TRAILER Trailer Brake Wiring PWR ST Power Seats YE9 Not Used UPF Upfitter PARK LAMP Parking Lamps FRT PRK...

Page 358: ...rtment near the battery Lift the cover for access to the fuse relay block You can remove fuses with a fuse extractor The fuse extractor is located in the underhood electrical center To remove fuses if...

Page 359: ...6 60...

Page 360: ...Ignition Fuel Controls INJ B Ignition Fuel Controls Relay STARTER Starter Relay PARK LP Parking Lamps Name Usage FRT HVAC Climate Control System STOP LP Exterior Lamps Stoplamps ECM 1 VCM PCM CHMSL Ce...

Page 361: ...Daytime Running Lamps Relay HTD MIR Heated Mirrors LT HDLP Left Headlamps Name Usage A C Air Conditioning AUX PWR Cigarette Lighter Auxiliary Power Outlets SEO 2 Special Equipment Option Power Power S...

Page 362: ...sed HORN Horn CTSY LP Interior Lamps RR WPR Rear Wipers TBC Body Control Module Remote Keyless Entry Headlamps Replacement Bulbs Low Beam Headlamps 2 9006 High Beam Headlamps 2 9005 Daytime Running La...

Page 363: ...nts Engine Type VIN Code Spark Plug Gap VORTEC 4800 V8 V 0 060 inches 1 52 mm VORTEC 5300 V8 T 0 060 inches 1 52 mm VORTEC 6000 V8 U 0 060 inches 1 52 mm Wheels and Tires Model Description Torque C K...

Page 364: ...and rear A C 15 8 quarts 15 0 L VORTEC 5300 V8 Automatic with front A C 14 4 quarts 13 7 L VORTEC 5300 V8 Automatic with front and rear A C 15 8 quarts 15 0 L VORTEC 6000 V8 Automatic 15 8 quarts 15...

Page 365: ...ex Engine VIN Quantity with Filter VORTEC 4800 V8 V 6 0 quarts 5 7 L VORTEC 5300 V8 T 6 0 quarts 5 7 L VORTEC 6000 V8 U 6 0 quarts 5 7 L Oil filter should be changed at every oil change Fuel Tank Capa...

Page 366: ...cations VIN Code V T U Oil Filter PF59 PF59 PF59 Engine Air Cleaner Filter A1519C A1519C A1518C Passenger Compartment Air Filter Kit 52485513 52485513 52485513 PCV Valve CV948C CV948C CV948C Spark Plu...

Page 367: ...services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 5 Scheduled Maintenance 7 16 Part B Owner Checks and Services...

Page 368: ...t Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect...

Page 369: ...o the work If you want to get the service information see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what y...

Page 370: ...dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported se...

Page 371: ...Maintenance Inspections following Footnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nul...

Page 372: ...d filter change The system won t detect dust in the oil So if you drive in a dusty area be sure to change your oil and filter every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or sooner if the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message appe...

Page 373: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 7...

Page 374: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 8...

Page 375: ...000 Miles 25 000 km j If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often j Check rear front axle fluid le...

Page 376: ...ont axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and addi...

Page 377: ...iles 166 000 km 52 500 Miles 87 500 km j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rota...

Page 378: ...Emission Control Service See footnote j Inspect Evaporative Control System Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition Check that the purge valve works properly i...

Page 379: ...locity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km j If E...

Page 380: ...166 000 km j Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service j Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven un...

Page 381: ...ct Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve An Emission Control Service 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first Se...

Page 382: ...and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOLR coolant mixture if necessary See Engine...

Page 383: ...ades Cleaning in the Index Spare Tire Check At least twice a year after the monthly inflation check of the spare tire determines that the spare is inflated to the correct tire inflation pressure make...

Page 384: ...fluid loss may indicate a problem Check the system and repair if needed At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D Body Lu...

Page 385: ...any other position your vehicle needs service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others coul...

Page 386: ...the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the park...

Page 387: ...on Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system...

Page 388: ...xle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation More frequent lubrication may be required on off road use Brake System Inspect...

Page 389: ...se only GM 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 equiva...

Page 390: ...ing GM Specification 9986115 USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Automatic Transfer Case Automatic Transfer Case Fluid GM Part No 12378396 Front Axle Propshaft Spline or One Piece Propshaft Spline Two Wheel Drive w...

Page 391: ...ftgate Hinge and Linkage Folding Seats and Fuel Door Hinge Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone Grea...

Page 392: ...vided after the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance...

Page 393: ...7 27 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 394: ...7 28 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 395: ...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 396: ...nts 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 ONE D...

Page 397: ...n 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 398: ...ailable 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 discont...

Page 399: ...ll 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 you up...

Page 400: ...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 number 1...

Page 401: ...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 qualit...

Page 402: ...ed If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work...

Page 403: ...e Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Courtesy Transportation is avai...

Page 404: ...nnot 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 Washin...

Page 405: ...r P O Box 7047 Troy 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 Colon...

Page 406: ...n 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 Portfo...

Page 407: ...00 2000 50 00 2000 20 00 2000 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 change...

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