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Engine Compartment Overview

When you lift the hood, you’ll see these items:

A. Battery
B. Coolant Recovery Tank
C. Engine Oil Dipstick
D. Engine Oil Fill

E. Automatic

Transmission Dipstick

F. Power Steering Reservoir
G. Brake Master Cylinder

H. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
I. Fuse Block
J. Windshield Washer

Fluid Reservoir

Summary of Contents for 2001 Blazer

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Page 2: ...ices 1 800 CHEV USA For vehicles purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 that provides in an emergency Free lockout assistance Free dead battery assistance Free out of fuel assistance Free flat tire c...

Page 4: ...ltifunction Lever Windshield Wipers Cruise Control Exterior and Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Luggage Carrier If Equipped Accessory Power Outlets OnStar System If Equipped Sunroof If Equ...

Page 5: ...s Road Conditions Off Road Driving Recreational Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio Cassette Player CD Player Radio Theft De...

Page 6: ...odic Maintenance Inspections Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records Tires and Wheels Appearance Care Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers Capacities and Specifications Normal Ma...

Page 7: ...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 M...

Page 8: ...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 you...

Page 9: ...y first receive their new vehicle If you do this it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle In this manual you ll find that pictures and words work together to explain thi...

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: ...ave 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 WINDSHIEL...

Page 12: ...ty Engine Oil See Section 6 Engine Oil Dipstick See Section 6 Fuel Use unleaded only See Section 6 for octane ratings Cooling System See Section 5 Hood Release See Section 6 Windshield Washer Fluid Se...

Page 13: ...rs 1 15 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 16 Driver Position 1 22 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 23 Right Front Passenger Position 1 23 Air Bag System 1 29 Center Front Passenger Position 4 Door...

Page 14: ...s seat while the vehicle is 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 Move...

Page 15: ...ase lumbar support Power Seats If Equipped If your vehicle has this feature there will be a control on the outboard side of your seat Horizontal Control Raise or lower the front of the seat by raising...

Page 16: ...Seat If Equipped If your vehicle has this feature the control located on the outboard side of the driver s seat looks like this Use this memory function to save your seat cushion and seatback setting...

Page 17: ...djuster switch to adjust the seat Pressing any of the seat adjuster switches the SET button or pressing the desired memory button twice will cause the seat to stop moving If you push the numbered butt...

Page 18: ...Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to an upright position If your vehicle is equipped with the vertical power seat control described ea...

Page 19: ...t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the...

Page 20: ...cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked Easy Entry Seat 2 Door Models The right front seat of your vehicle makes it easy to get in and o...

Page 21: ...the seatbacks to check that the latches have locked in the upright position If they haven t see your dealer for service To return the head restraints to the upright position reach behind the seats and...

Page 22: ...iously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely...

Page 23: ...even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or kil...

Page 24: ...1 12 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop...

Page 25: ...1 13 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel...

Page 26: ...even if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags why should I...

Page 27: ...est number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size...

Page 28: ...Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder bel...

Page 29: ...s 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 30: ...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 31: ...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 32: ...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 33: ...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 34: ...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 35: ...igned to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag But these air bags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal regulations Here are the most import...

Page 36: ...or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor...

Page 37: ...25 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 s sid...

Page 38: ...hold level 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 thresh...

Page 39: ...d as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions What will you see after an air bag inflates After an air bag inflates it qui...

Page 40: ...to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger s air bag Do not open or break the air bag coverings Servicing Yo...

Page 41: ...Yes If you add things that change your vehicle s frame bumper system front end sheet metal or height they may keep the air bag system from working properly Also the air bag system may not work properl...

Page 42: ...t 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 belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety...

Page 43: ...hicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belt...

Page 44: ...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 so you...

Page 45: ...ous 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 if there s a s...

Page 46: ...n who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside pas...

Page 47: ...the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip 2 Slide the guide under and past the belt The elastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and in...

Page 48: ...ons 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 them out from the guides P...

Page 49: ...position you have a lap safety belt which has a retractor 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up...

Page 50: ...ncludes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the U...

Page 51: ...uch until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will su...

Page 52: ...are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatibl...

Page 53: ...nfants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A yo...

Page 54: ...restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surfac...

Page 55: ...urfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positione...

Page 56: ...aps and a crotch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type...

Page 57: ...front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat o...

Page 58: ...ed in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top strap and tha...

Page 59: ...et of tie down brackets near the liftgate endgate or the center tie down bracket near the rear seats Anchor the top strap to one of these anchor points Be sure to use an anchor point located on the sa...

Page 60: ...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 61: ...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 to be...

Page 62: ...as a right front passenger air bag Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat Here s why CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right fron...

Page 63: ...a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as 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 la...

Page 64: ...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 65: ...belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs...

Page 66: ...ry 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 body wou...

Page 67: ...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 68: ...hey can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does...

Page 69: ...rting Your Engine 2 25 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 26 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 29 Manual Transmission Operation 2 31 Four Wheel Drive If Equipped 2 38 Parking Brake 2 39 Shifting Int...

Page 70: ...cle with the windows closed is dangerous A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially...

Page 71: ...rests on each of the side doors The switches operate the windows when the ignition is RUN ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active See Retained Accessory Power in the Index The driver...

Page 72: ...rrupted at any time by pressing the up arrow end of the switch Lockout Switch Four door vehicles have a lockout feature to prevent passengers from operating the power windows It is located on the driv...

Page 73: ...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 74: ...ep this number in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using this number Your selling dealer should also have this number NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of...

Page 75: ...ven death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it D Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prev...

Page 76: ...ehicle s power door locks The following is the list of available programming options D All doors lock Driver s door unlocks only Press the lock side of the power lock switch on the door panel once and...

Page 77: ...to RUN and OFF twice Then with the key in OFF release the turn signal multifunction lever Once you do this you will hear the lock switch lock and unlock and a 30 second program timer will begin 3 You...

Page 78: ...vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use If you want to open the rear door when the security lock is on unlock the door and open the door from the outside Lockout Preventi...

Page 79: ...0 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that m...

Page 80: ...aillamps will flash for up to 30 seconds This can be turned off by pressing the horn button again waiting for 30 seconds or starting the vehicle Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle Each remote keyl...

Page 81: ...snap them 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 tra...

Page 82: ...he setting on VENT or OUTSIDE AIR That will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index D If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See E...

Page 83: ...system from the outside insert the key into the lock button and turn clockwise All doors will lock Liftgate Release To open a power lock system from the outside insert the key into the lock button and...

Page 84: ...ockwise All doors will lock You may also use the keyless entry system or the power door locks to lock the liftgate and liftglass Remote Rear Glass Release This button located to the right of the steer...

Page 85: ...lever toward the passenger s side until the glass latch pops open 4 Reattach the carpet securely Endgate Mounted Spare If your vehicle has an endgate mounted spare tire carrier you must move the carri...

Page 86: ...ill be locked and so will your ignition If you have an automatic transmission taking your key out also locks your transmission Also remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot c...

Page 87: ...d for 110 seconds 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 It activates only if you...

Page 88: ...vehicle is equipped with the Passlock theft deterrent system Passlock is a passive theft deterrent system Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key If a correct ke...

Page 89: ...is 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 new brake linings D...

Page 90: ...d to turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving turn the key only to OFF Don t press the key release button while the vehicle is moving NOTICE If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can t turn i...

Page 91: ...ertain features of your vehicle to continue to work for up to 20 minutes after the ignition key is turned to OFF Your radio power windows sunroof and overhead console will work when the ignition key i...

Page 92: ...at can damage your starter motor Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 If it doesn t start within 10 seconds hold your key in START for...

Page 93: ...could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outl...

Page 94: ...harging your battery PARK P This position 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 y...

Page 95: ...moving forward could damage your transmission Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transmissi...

Page 96: ...but lower fuel economy than THIRD 3 You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on You can...

Page 97: ...me on To go back to normal operation press the switch again The indicator light on the instrument panel cluster will go out See Tow Haul Mode in the Index for more information Manual Transmission Oper...

Page 98: ...e brake pedal and shift to NEUTRAL NEUTRAL Use this position when you start or idle your engine REVERSE R To back up press the clutch pedal wait about six seconds then shift into REVERSE R Then let up...

Page 99: ...own more than one gear at a time when you downshift If your vehicle has four wheel drive and is equipped with a manual transmission disregard the SHIFT light when the transfer case is in 4LO Four Whee...

Page 100: ...d 4LO It sends the maximum power to all four wheels You might choose 4LO if you were driving off road in sand mud or deep snow and climbing or descending steep hills Indicator lights in the switches s...

Page 101: ...ake your vehicle in for service to restore normal operation Shifting from 4LO to 4HI or 2HI To shift from 4LO to 4HI or 2HI your vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph 4 8 km h with the tra...

Page 102: ...ng is used for driving in most street and highway situations Your front axle is not engaged in two wheel drive This setting also provides the best fuel economy AUTO 4WD This setting is ideal for use w...

Page 103: ...t the vehicle s transfer case to NEUTRAL only when towing your vehicle See Recreational Vehicle Towing or Towing Your Vehicle in the Index for more information Indicator lights in the switches show wh...

Page 104: ...h the clutch pedal pressed for vehicles with manual transmission After 30 seconds the transfer case will return to the setting last chosen Shifting Out of 4LO To shift from 4LO to 4HI AUTO 4WD or 2HI...

Page 105: ...cond or FIRST 1 for vehicles with manual transmission 8 Turn the ignition to OFF 9 Place the transmission shift lever in PARK P or FIRST 1 for vehicles with manual transmission 10 Release the parking...

Page 106: ...e regular brake pedal down Pull the BRAKE RELEASE lever fully It is located on the bottom of the driver s side of the instrument panel NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brak...

Page 107: ...e the steps that follow With four wheel drive your vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift lever is in PARK P if your transfer case is in NEUTRAL So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gea...

Page 108: ...u If you can leave your vehicle with the key your vehicle is in PARK P Console Shift Lever 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P...

Page 109: ...ng procedure to shift your vehicle into PARK P 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P position like this D Hold in the button on...

Page 110: ...ve moved the shift lever into PARK P hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you or pressing the button on a consol...

Page 111: ...ver If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the key to OFF 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 3 Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL N 4...

Page 112: ...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 113: ...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 unless you...

Page 114: ...symbols on the steering wheel pad Tilt Wheel If Equipped If you have the tilt steering wheel you should adjust the steering wheel before you drive The tilt lever is located on the driver s side of the...

Page 115: ...pward 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 lev...

Page 116: ...a mile 1 2 km a chime will sound at each flash of the turn signal To turn off the chime move the turn signal lever to the off position Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low b...

Page 117: ...LO position For steady high speed wiping turn the band further to HI To stop the wipers move the band to the OFF position Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they...

Page 118: ...as the windshield washer However the rear window washer will run out of fluid before the windshield washer If you can wash your windshield but not your rear window check your fluid level Cruise Contr...

Page 119: ...l Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control 1 Move the cruise control switch to ON 2 Get up to the speed you want 3 Press in the SET button at the end of the lever and re...

Page 120: ...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 down to the cruise control spee...

Page 121: ...htness along with other lamps such as the taillamps sidemarker parking lamps and the instrument panel lights The radio lights will also be dim Your vehicle is equipped with a light sensor on the top o...

Page 122: ...ode the headlamps turn off once the ignition key is in OFF Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be help...

Page 123: ...informing you that the system is off The system will revert back to the automatic on mode when the ignition is turned to OFF and then to RUN again 3 To return to the automatic mode push the DOME OVER...

Page 124: ...ly If you use your keyless entry transmitter if equipped to unlock your vehicle the interior lamps will come on for a short time whether or not the DOME OVERRIDE button is in the out position Exit Lig...

Page 125: ...DE button located below the parking headlamp knob to set the dome lamps to come on automatically when a door is opened or to remain off To turn the lamps off press the button into the in position With...

Page 126: ...e tab away from you for normal daytime operation Electrochromic Day Night Inside Rearview Mirror If Equipped This mirror automatically changes to reduce glare from headlamps behind you A photocell on...

Page 127: ...s delay prevents rapid changing of the mirror as you drive under lights and through traffic Cleaning the Photocells Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the photocells when necessary Electroch...

Page 128: ...lower control to adjust the mirror in the direction you want the mirror to go Convex Outside Mirror A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat CAUTION A convex mir...

Page 129: ...the mirrors in press the blank side of the switch located on the driver s side door panel near the window To have the mirrors return to their normal position press the side of the switch with the grap...

Page 130: ...ture and compass display and a storage compartment for sunglasses Some models have a driver information system in the console See Driver Information System later in this section Reading Lamps Press th...

Page 131: ...latch forward Peel the protective backing from the hook and loop patch Press it firmly to the back of your garage door opener as close to the center of the opener as possible Center the garage door o...

Page 132: ...of pegs in place you should only have to press the button slightly to operate the opener Adjust the position of the garage door opener and add or remove pegs as needed until the opener operates proper...

Page 133: ...should be taken The compass is self calibrating so it does not need to be manually set However when your vehicle is new the compass may function erratically If it does CAL Calibration will appear on t...

Page 134: ...move the vehicle the temperature indicated will be the last outside temperature recorded with the ignition on If the outside temperature is 37_F 3_C or lower the display will toggle between the word...

Page 135: ...and the display will return to the COMP TEMP mode TRIP Once in the TRIP mode pressing the MODE button will step you through the following TRIP functions D AVG ECON The average fuel economy since the l...

Page 136: ...rear doors Front Storage Area If Equipped If your vehicle has this console compartment squeeze the front lever while lifting the top to open it You can store cassettes and compact discs in the slots i...

Page 137: ...r compact discs and a coinholder Convenience Net If Equipped You may have a convenience net in the rear of your vehicle to help keep small items like gloves and light clothing in place during sharp tu...

Page 138: ...a collision or sudden maneuver You or others could be injured If you remove the cover always store it outside of the vehicle When you put it back always be sure that it is securely reattached Cargo T...

Page 139: ...he dividers toward each other To reinstall or rearrange the partitions push down gently on the partitions making sure both sides fit into the appropriate slots of the collapsible dividers A Located on...

Page 140: ...ther while sliding the unit out until it clears the sides of the liftgate endgate opening To reinstall the convenience system reverse the removal procedure Luggage Carrier Option CAUTION If you try to...

Page 141: ...to the tie downs provided Also tie the load to the bumpers Do not tie the load so tightly that the crossrails or side rails are damaged NOTICE Loading cargo that weighs more than 200 lbs 91 kg on the...

Page 142: ...pop back out by itself NOTICE Don t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating If you do it won t be able to back away from the heating element when it s ready That can make it ove...

Page 143: ...zzle adapters CAUTION Inflating something too much can make it explode and you or others could be injured Be sure to read the inflator instructions and inflate any object only to its recommended press...

Page 144: ...tlets are located near the center of the vehicle on the lower part of the instrument panel Just remove the plug from the outlet and follow the proper installation instructions that are included with a...

Page 145: ...er will locate your vehicle and assess the situation If necessary the advisor will alert the nearest emergency service provider Call ANSWER END Button Use this button to answer a call If you are recei...

Page 146: ...e Assistance with Location For vehicle breakdowns press the OnStar button An advisor will contact the appropriate help D Remote Diagnostics If an instrument panel light comes on the center can perform...

Page 147: ...available when the vehicle is within the operating range of a cellular provider D subject to limitations caused by atmospheric conditions such as severe weather or topographical conditions such as mou...

Page 148: ...sory Power in the Index Press and release the rear side of the button in the mini console to open the sunroof You can press the forward side of the button to close the sunroof Once the sunroof is clos...

Page 149: ...nk Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse feature This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 Be sure that people and objects a...

Page 150: ...u need to erase and reprogram the HomeLink Transmitter Canadian Owners During programming the hand held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting after one or two seconds In this case you should...

Page 151: ...enters the training mode Following this step you have 30 seconds to start Step 3 3 Return to the HomeLink Transmitter in your vehicle and firmly press and release the HomeLink Transmitter button you h...

Page 152: ...2 84 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 153: ...unction Lever C Instrument Panel Cluster D Transfer Case Controls If Equipped E Lamp Controls F Fog Lamps if equipped G Brake Release H Audio Steering Controls If Equipped I Rear Window Washer Wiper J...

Page 154: ...luster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you regoing abouthowmuchfuelyou veused andmanyotherthingsyou llneedtoknowtodrivesafelyandeconomically St...

Page 155: ...2 87 Optional Automatic Transmission Cluster Canada similar...

Page 156: ...how the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero To view t...

Page 157: ...icate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warni...

Page 158: ...s ready If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If...

Page 159: ...ff all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Voltmeter Gage When your engine is not running but the ignition is on in RUN this gage shows your battery s state of charge in DC volts Wh...

Page 160: ...l economy See Shift Light in the Index Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on when you set your parking brake The light will stay on if your par...

Page 161: ...ill on after you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system this light will come on when you s...

Page 162: ...heck Engine Light in Canada United States Canada Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems This system is called OBD II On Boa...

Page 163: ...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 This light will also come on during a mal...

Page 164: ...d 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 dries out A few driving trips should turn the...

Page 165: ...onsidered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control sy...

Page 166: ...art see Passlock in the Index If the light comes on continuously while driving and stays on there may be a problem with the Passlock system Your vehicle will not be protected by Passlock and you shoul...

Page 167: ...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 zones Gate Ajar Light If this light comes on your l...

Page 168: ...e may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank D The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up D The...

Page 169: ...uttons 3 11 AM FM Stereo 3 13 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player If Equipped 3 15 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 20 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape...

Page 170: ...rea for warmer air Move the knob counterclockwise toward the blue area for cooler air Mode Knob The right knob on the control panel allows you to choose the direction of air delivery OFF This setting...

Page 171: ...r outlets and some air through the windshield defroster outlets BLEND This setting divides the airflow equally between the heater floor outlets and the windshield defroster outlets DEFROST This settin...

Page 172: ...mum setting will not cause the system to heat or cool any faster Mode Knob Automatic Operation The right knob on the control panel allows you to choose the direction of air delivery When the system is...

Page 173: ...om the heater outlets with some airflow to the windshield to prevent fogging under most normal conditions If your vehicle is sitting out on a warm day and you have the fan set on AUTO the air will fir...

Page 174: ...Press this button to limit the amount of outside air entering your vehicle This is helpful when you are trying to limit odors entering your vehicle In the AUTO mode the system will use recirculation a...

Page 175: ...anel outlets When the air conditioner is on you may sometimes notice slight changes in your vehicle s engine speed and power This is normal because the system is designed to cycle the compressor on an...

Page 176: ...ned to RUN Pressing the REAR button on your climate control system will also activate your heated outside mirrors if equipped This will help to keep ice and snow from collecting on your mirror surface...

Page 177: ...e by turning the thumbwheel located in the center of the vent The vent can be tilted up and down also To control the amount of airflow through the outlets turn the thumbwheel below the vent Ventilatio...

Page 178: ...tion is off See Retained Accessory Power in the Index Setting the Clock for Systems with SET Button Press SET Within five seconds press and hold the SEEK right arrow until the correct minute appears o...

Page 179: ...AM FM Press the lower knob to switch between AM and FM The display shows your selection TUNE Turn the lower knob to tune in radio stations SEEK Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station...

Page 180: ...Tune in the desired station 2 Press SET SET will appear on the display 3 Press two adjoining buttons at the same time within five seconds Whenever you press the same two buttons the station you set w...

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: ...nterclockwise to decrease bass When the BASS control is turned the AUTO TONE display will go blank TREB Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position Turn the knob clockwise to inc...

Page 186: ...te tape If the ignition is on but the radio is off the tape will begin playing Once the tape is playing use the VOL AUTO TONE BAL FADE BASS and TREB controls just as you do for the radio The tape symb...

Page 187: ...e forwarding the tape The tape direction arrow will blink during the forward operation AM FM Press this button to switch from a tape to the radio TAPE AUX Press this button to return to the tape playe...

Page 188: ...he feature is active 4 Insert the adapter into the cassette slot It will power up the radio and begin playing This override routine will remain active until EJECT is pressed AM FM Stereo with Cassette...

Page 189: ...you drive SCV automatically increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any particular speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive If you don t want to use SCV...

Page 190: ...in the radio display will show the channel number P1 through P6 for several seconds before advancing to the next preset station Setting the Tone BASS Press lightly on this knob to release it from its...

Page 191: ...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 required...

Page 192: ...tte CLN If this message appears on the display the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and play...

Page 193: ...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 194: ...e 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 SCAN...

Page 195: ...o the front speakers and counterclockwise for the rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them...

Page 196: ...ve seconds to see how long the CD has been playing that track Elapsed time is displayed in minutes and seconds The track number will also appear when a new track begins to play Press RECALL again to r...

Page 197: ...ned on press this button to turn the rear seat audio display on the main radio Press it again to turn the rear seat audio display off RECALL Display the time with the ignition off by pressing this but...

Page 198: ...tions six AM six FM1 and six FM2 Just 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select the band 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press and hold one of the six pushbuttons The sound will mute When it returns...

Page 199: ...he rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them Playing a Compact Disc PWR Press this knob to...

Page 200: ...displayed in minutes and seconds The track number will also appear when a new track begins to play Press RECALL again to return to the time display AM FM While in the CD mode press this button to stop...

Page 201: ...e direction of play when a tape is active The player automatically senses if the cassette tape is metal or CrO2 and adjusts for best playback sound Anytime a cassette tape is inserted the top side is...

Page 202: ...rom one side of the tape to the other TAPE Press the AM FM button to switch from the player and the radio when a tape is playing To return to the tape player press CD AUX The lighted arrow will appear...

Page 203: ...to turn RSA on or 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 position when you...

Page 204: ...PE CD Press this button to switch between the tape or CD and console mounted CD changer if both are loaded Press AM FM to return to the radio when a cassette tape or CD is playing The inactive tape or...

Page 205: ...witch between the bands and cannot change the frequency SEEK While listening to AM FM press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and stay there Press the left arrow to tune to the next l...

Page 206: ...o to the other side of the tape D When a CD is playing in the CD changer press this button to select a disc TAPE CD Press this button to switch between the tape or CD and console mounted CD changer if...

Page 207: ...the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine This will continue for up to one and a half minutes depending on the number of discs loaded To eject the magazine from the player slide the C...

Page 208: ...vious selection on the CD The sound will mute while seeking P SCAN Press this button to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order RANDOM will appear on the display Press P SCAN again to t...

Page 209: ...button if you have a disc loaded in the changer and the radio is turned on to play a compact disc Press AM FM to return to the radio when a compact disc is playing Press CD AUX to switch between the c...

Page 210: ...ocedure If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse between any steps the radio automatically reverts to time and you must start the procedure over at Step 4 1 Write down any three or four digit numbe...

Page 211: ...orget your code contact your dealer Disabling the Theft Deterrent Feature Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN 2 Turn t...

Page 212: ...he other side of the tape If a compact disc is playing in the console mounted CD changer if equipped press this button to go to the next available CD SEEK Press the up arrow to tune to the next radio...

Page 213: ...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 214: ...uld clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to your tapes and player If you notice a reduction in sound quality try a known good cassette to see if it is the tape or the tape player at fault If...

Page 215: ...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 216: ...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 CD...

Page 217: ...4 Drunken Driving 4 7 Control of a Vehicle 4 7 Braking 4 10 Steering 4 12 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 14 Loss of Control 4 15 Off Road Driving with Your Four Wheel Drive Vehicle 4 29 Driving at N...

Page 218: ...many types of crashes including a rollover crash Driver Behavior The single most important thing is this everyone in the vehicle including the driver should buckle up See Safety Belts in the Index In...

Page 219: ...icles This means that you shouldn t expect a utility vehicle to handle the same way a vehicle with a lower center of gravity like a car would in similar situations But driver behavior factors are far...

Page 220: ...these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving In recent years about 16 000 annual motor vehicle related deaths have been associated with the use of alcohol with more than 300 00...

Page 221: ...uring drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this...

Page 222: ...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 the co...

Page 223: ...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 seconds or more with...

Page 224: ...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 225: ...puter senses that wheels are slowing down If one of the 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 ca...

Page 226: ...en the very best braking 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 Ti...

Page 227: ...y 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 the straightaway Steering...

Page 228: ...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 229: ...icates it s all right to pass providing the roadahead is clear Never cross asolid lineon yourside of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic D Do not get to...

Page 230: ...to the right Loss of Control Let s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration don t have enough friction where the tires meet th...

Page 231: ...ze warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remember Any anti lock brake system ABS helps avoid only the braki...

Page 232: ...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 233: ...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 234: ...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 235: ...At the very time you need special alertness and driving skills your reflexes perceptions and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You could have a serious or even fatal accident...

Page 236: ...ll Is there a cliff an embankment a drop off a fence Get out and walk the hill 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 troug...

Page 237: ...my vehicle stalls or is about to stall and I can t make it up the hill A If this happens there are some things you should do and there are some things you must not do First here s what you should do D...

Page 238: ...very quickly and you could go out of control Instead apply the regular brake to stop the vehicle Then apply the parking brake Shift to REVERSE R release the parking brake and slowly back straight dow...

Page 239: ...ve the transfer case in a drive gear Driving Downhill When off roading takes you downhill you ll want to consider a number of things D How steep is the downhill Will I be able to maintain vehicle cont...

Page 240: ...may be too steep to drive across You could roll over if you don t drive straight down D Never go downhill with the transmission in NEUTRAL N or with the clutch pedal pressed down in a manual shift Th...

Page 241: ...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 242: ...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 243: ...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 244: ...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 245: ...w down especially on higher speed 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...

Page 246: ...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 247: ...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 248: ...r that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing wa...

Page 249: ...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 250: ...with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with th...

Page 251: ...o go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if...

Page 252: ...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 253: ...CAUTION 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...

Page 254: ...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 255: ...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 256: ...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 257: ...hicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine agai...

Page 258: ...be towed with all four wheels on the ground the propeller shaft to axle yoke orientation should be marked and the propeller shaft removed following the applicable service manual removal installation...

Page 259: ...hicle being towed is firmly attached to the towing vehicle 6 Turn the ignition to OFF The OFF position unlocks the steering column and reduces battery drain Unlocking the steering column will allow th...

Page 260: ...N Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause...

Page 261: ...wn on the Certification Tire label This is the maximum load capacity that your vehicle can carry Be sure to include the weight of the occupants as part of your load If you added any accessories or equ...

Page 262: ...On Equipment When you carry removable items you may need to put a limit on how many people you carry inside your vehicle Be sure to weigh your vehicle before you buy and install the new equipment NOT...

Page 263: ...for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section If yours was built with trailering options as many are it s ready for heavier trailers But...

Page 264: ...ur engine axle or other parts could be damaged D Then during the first 500 miles 800 km that you tow a trailer don t drive over 50 mph 80 km h and don t make starts at full throttle This helps your en...

Page 265: ...cle is started The tow haul mode is most effective when the vehicle and trailer combined weight is at least 75 of the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and the maximum trailer weight rating for the veh...

Page 266: ...2 497 kg 4 Wheel Drive 2 Door Auto Trans 3 08 3 42 3 73 4 400 lbs 1 997 kg 5 400 lbs 2 451 kg 5 400 lbs 2 451 kg Vehicle Axle Ratio Max Trailer Wt 4 Wheel Drive 2 Door Manual Trans 3 42 3 900 lbs 1 7...

Page 267: ...carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you will tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Yo...

Page 268: ...exhaust can get into your vehicle See Carbon Monoxide in the Index Dirt and water can too Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains un...

Page 269: ...efore starting on your trip D Keep the rear most windows closed CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D If exhaust does come into your vehicle through a window in the rear or another opening drive with...

Page 270: ...nd sudden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when you re towing a trailer And because you re a good deal longer you ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before yo...

Page 271: ...well On a long uphill grade shift down and reduce your speed to around 45 mph 70 km h to reduce the possibility of engine and transmission overheating If you have an automatic transmission you should...

Page 272: ...shift into PARK P or REVERSE R for a manual transmission 5 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle with an automatic transfer case be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL 6 Release...

Page 273: ...Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are auto...

Page 274: ...the following color code chart when connecting the wiring harness to your trailer D Dark Blue Use for electric trailer brakes or auxiliary wiring eight wire harness only D Red Use for battery chargin...

Page 275: ...the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 3 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 8 Engine Overheating 5 10 Cooling System 5 17 Engine Fan Noise 5 17 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 18...

Page 276: ...Press the button located on top of the steering column all the way down to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your ke...

Page 277: ...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 your warranty The ACDelcoR bat...

Page 278: ...e your radio on it could be badly damaged The repair wouldn t be covered by your warranty 4 Open both hoods and locate the batteries Your vehicle s battery is located towards the front of the vehicle...

Page 279: ...the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive and negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part Don t connect positive to negative or you ll get a short...

Page 280: ...e dead battery 9 Attach the cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there but the chance of sparks getti...

Page 281: ...he jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the heavy unpainted metal engine part on the vehicle with the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negati...

Page 282: ...u 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 steam...

Page 283: ...w as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D or THIRD 3 for automatic transmissions If you no longer have the overheat warni...

Page 284: ...p C Engine Cooling Fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down When the engine is cold the coolant level should be at least up to the ADD...

Page 285: ...ant it is important that you use only DEX COOLR silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion may result In addition th...

Page 286: ...in water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mix...

Page 287: ...u can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn...

Page 288: ...ap 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 stop...

Page 289: ...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 ADD mark 5 Put the cap back on the...

Page 290: ...diator 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 the pr...

Page 291: ...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 if you should ever have a bl...

Page 292: ...hicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put an automatic transmission shift lever in PARK P or shift a manual transmission to FIRST 1 or REVERSE R 3 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle b...

Page 293: ...wrench The following instructions explain how to remove the spare tire depending on where it is mounted on your vehicle See Compact SpareTire later in this section for more information about the comp...

Page 294: ...tainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening Pull the tire out from under the vehicle NOTICE To help avoid vehicle damage do not drive the vehicle before the cable is properly...

Page 295: ...ff the face of the lock case 5 Insert the key and pull the lock case straight off It is not necessary to turn the key 6 Put the spare tire near the flat tire The tools you ll be using include the jack...

Page 296: ...hem The wheel wrench won t fit these imitation nuts so don t try to remove them with the socket end of the wheel wrench If you have individual wheel nut caps that cover each nut they must be removed i...

Page 297: ...Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 2 Turnthejackhandleclockwiseto raisethejack lift head 3 Fit the jack into the appropriate hole nearest the flat tire A Front Fram...

Page 298: ...with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location b...

Page 299: ...ergency 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 or grease on studs or nuts...

Page 300: ...and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use 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...

Page 301: ...the wheel repaired as soon as possible Follow this diagram to store the underbody mounted spare A Retainer B Valve Stem Pointed Down C Spare or Flat Tire D Spring E Wheel Wrench F Lower G Raise H Hoi...

Page 302: ...red securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If the tire moves use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable Follow this diagram for the inside mounted spare A Spare or Flat Tire B Retai...

Page 303: ...l it stops The key does not have to be inserted into the lock Push the lock case to be sure it is secured The special lug nut and lock case is not intended to be used on any road wheel only on the spa...

Page 304: ...nstalling the compact spare on your vehicle you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph 105...

Page 305: ...od known as rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transmi...

Page 306: ...e 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 If that doesn t get...

Page 307: ...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 308: ...ner Filter 6 17 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 20 Manual Transmission Fluid 6 21 Hydraulic Clutch 6 22 Rear Axle 6 22 Four Wheel Drive 6 24 Engine Coolant 6 27 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 28 Power Steerin...

Page 309: ...ou 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 manua...

Page 310: ...e outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehi...

Page 311: ...fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on and or your vehicle may fail a smog ch...

Page 312: ...y comply with the specifications described earlier NOTICE Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Don t use it It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plas...

Page 313: ...ur vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline The fuel cap is behind a hinged door on driver s side of your vehicle While refueling hang the cap by the tether from the hook on...

Page 314: ...g the Outside of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can det...

Page 315: ...ehicle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground D Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be main...

Page 316: ...e lower driver s side of the instrument panel Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release Lift the hood release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop int...

Page 317: ...ou ll see these items A Battery B Coolant Recovery Tank C Engine Oil Dipstick D Engine Oil Fill E Automatic Transmission Dipstick F Power Steering Reservoir G Brake Master Cylinder H Engine Air Cleane...

Page 318: ...ngine 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 oil dipstick handle is a yellow ring located toward the passenger...

Page 319: ...the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you re through What Kind of Engin...

Page 320: ...l with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty GM GoodwrenchR oil m...

Page 321: ...e your vehicle in dusty areas or off road frequently D You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle D The vehicle is used for delivery service police taxi or other commercial a...

Page 322: ...ean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of...

Page 323: ...er filter 4 Reinstall the engine air cleaner filter cover 5 Tighten the fasteners to hold the cover in place CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be...

Page 324: ...les 83 000 km See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choosetohavethisdoneatthedealershipservicedepartment If you do it yo...

Page 325: ...e low during this cold check you must check the fluid hot before adding fluid Checking the fluid hot will give you a more accurate reading of the fluid level Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehi...

Page 326: ...icants in the Index Add fluid only after checking 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...

Page 327: ...ur transmission Too much can mean that 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 transm...

Page 328: ...hydraulic clutch fluid It is not necessary to regularly check clutch fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system Adding fluid won t correct a leak A fluid loss in this system could indicate...

Page 329: ...icant 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 and Lubricants in the Ind...

Page 330: ...e Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance...

Page 331: ...ins your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating in the Index A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR c...

Page 332: ...ngine could 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 NOTI...

Page 333: ...ttle higher When your engine is warm the level should be up to FULL HOT or a little higher Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank...

Page 334: ...ll coolant on a hot engine Occasionally check the coolant level in the radiator For information on how to add coolant to the radiator see Cooling System in the Index Radiator Pressure Cap NOTICE Your...

Page 335: ...n unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be between the...

Page 336: ...ntrated 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 your washer fluid tank a...

Page 337: ...your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll hav...

Page 338: ...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 339: ...sh 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 make a high pitched warning sound when the...

Page 340: ...his 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 system on a vehicle is complex Its many...

Page 341: ...alifornia to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Vehicle Storage If you re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more remove the black negative cable from the battery...

Page 342: ...ity Discharge HID Lighting CAUTION The low beam High Intensity Discharge lighting system operates at a very high voltage If you try to service any of the system components you could be seriously injur...

Page 343: ...mp assembly out 4 Unplug the electrical connector 5 Turn the bulb socket assembly counterclockwise to remove it 6 Put the new bulb socket assembly into the headlamp assembly and turn it clockwise unti...

Page 344: ...sembly out 4 Unplug the electrical connector 5 Turn the bulb socket assembly counterclockwise to remove it 6 Put the new bulb socket assembly into the headlamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it...

Page 345: ...up 3 Pull the headlamp assembly out 4 Unplug the electrical connector 5 Turn the bulb socket assembly counterclockwise to remove it 6 Put the new bulb socket assembly into the headlamp assembly and t...

Page 346: ...socket to remove it from the headlamp assembly 3 Pull the bulb straight out to remove it from the socket 4 Push the new bulb into the socket until it snaps into place 5 Put the bulb socket into the l...

Page 347: ...Unplug the electrical connector 4 Turn the harness bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it 5 Pull the bulb straight out to remove it from the socket 6 Push the new bulb into the socket until it sna...

Page 348: ...remove it Push the tab in while you turn the socket counterclockwise 5 Holding the base of the bulb pull the bulb straight out of the socket 6 Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it click...

Page 349: ...type of replacement blade NOTICE Use care when removing or installing a blade assembly Accidental bumping can cause the arm to fall back and strike the windshield 1 To remove the old wiper blades lif...

Page 350: ...ert all the way through the blade claws at the opposite end B The plastic caps C will be forced off as the insert is fully inserted 5 Be sure that the notches are locked by the bottom claws Make sure...

Page 351: ...Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous D Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Y...

Page 352: ...ear D Bad handling D Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following D Unusual wear D Bad handling D Rough ride D Needless da...

Page 353: ...ench to tighten the cable See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools in the Index The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wearforalltiresonthevehicle Thefirstrotationisthemost impor...

Page 354: ...re in the Index When It s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of t...

Page 355: ...hose not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you...

Page 356: ...fety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under contr...

Page 357: ...verloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your v...

Page 358: ...tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement NOTICE The wrong wh...

Page 359: ...ction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued your vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions Follow that manufacturer s instructions To h...

Page 360: ...uer Thinner D Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these wil...

Page 361: ...oughly 5 As soon as you ve cleaned the section use a sponge to remove the suds 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean damp towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Proble...

Page 362: ...lvent based or abrasive cleaners furniture polish or shoe polish on leather D Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather...

Page 363: ...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 364: ...ean cloth at least every six months During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The...

Page 365: ...sive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish NOTICE Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks Foreign materials s...

Page 366: ...matic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Cleaning Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner NOTICE...

Page 367: ...hey have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the...

Page 368: ...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 369: ...d 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 Se...

Page 370: ...the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some electrical problem be sure to get it fixed Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers protect the power windows...

Page 371: ...trument panel Remove the cover by turning the fastener counterclockwise Extra fuses and the fuse extractor are provided in the cover To reinstall the fuse panel cover push in and turn the fastener clo...

Page 372: ...Headlamp Relay 8 Courtesy Lamps Battery Run Down Protection 9 HVAC Control Head Manual 10 Turn Signal 11 Cluster Engine Control Module 12 Interior Lights Fuse Circuit Breaker Usage 13 Auxiliary Power...

Page 373: ...on on location Before using this fuse block picture and chart check to see that it matches the fuse block in your vehicle If the fuse block pictured here is different than your vehicle s use the fuse...

Page 374: ...ear Parking Lamps TRL PRK Trailer Park Lamps LTHDLP Left Headlamp RTHDLP Right Headlamp FRPRK Front Parking Lamps INT BAT I P Fuse Block Feed ENG I Engine Sensors Solenoids MAF CAM PURGE VENT ECM B En...

Page 375: ...LR PRK Left Rear Parking Lamps IGN C Starter Solenoid Fuel Pump PRNDL HTDSEAT Heated Seat HVAC HVAC System Name Usage TRCHMSL Trailer Center High Mount Stop Light RRDFOG Rear Defogger TBC Truck Body C...

Page 376: ...ore information on location Before using this fuse block picture and chart check to see that it matches the fuse block in your vehicle If the fuse block pictured here is different than your vehicle s...

Page 377: ...gLamps LT LOW Low Beam Headlamp Left RT LOW Low Beam Headlamp Right FRPRK Front Parking Lamps INT BAT I P Fuse Block Feed ENG I Engine Sensors Solenoids MAF CAM PURGE VENT ECM B Engine Control Module...

Page 378: ...king Lamps LR PRK Left Rear Parking Lamps IGN C Starter Solenoid Fuel Pump PRNDL HTDSEAT Heated Seats HVAC HVAC System Name Usage TRCHMSL Trailer Center High Mounted Stop Lamp HI BEAM High Beam Headla...

Page 379: ...marker Lamps 2 194 NA Turn Signal Lamps 2 3457A Capacities and Specifications Engine Description VORTEC 4300 Type V6 VIN Code W Firing Order 1 6 5 4 3 2 Horsepower 190 at 4 400 rpm Thermostat Specific...

Page 380: ...er refill the level must be checked Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest information available at the time of printing and are s...

Page 381: ...45 5 cm 4 Door 181 1 inches 460 0 cm Height 2WD 2 Door 66 0 inches 167 6 cm 4WD 2 Door 66 9 inches 170 0 cm 2WD 4 Door 65 9 inches 167 4 cm 4WD 4 Door 67 0 inches 170 2 cm Width 67 8 inches 172 2 cm F...

Page 382: ...dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 8 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 7 30 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7 42 P...

Page 383: ...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 384: ...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 385: ...hen you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and...

Page 386: ...sons you should follow this schedule if you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Mile...

Page 387: ...ese intervals only summarize maintenance services Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages Long Trip Highway Definition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if non...

Page 388: ...lter Replacement Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transmission Service normal conditions Automatic Transfer Case Only Transfer Case Fluid Change Long Trip Highway Intervals Every 60 000 Miles 10...

Page 389: ...ife We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage parkin...

Page 390: ...or leaking See footnote 6 000 Miles 10 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months which...

Page 391: ...for leaking See footnote 12 000 Miles 20 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whi...

Page 392: ...rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly dri...

Page 393: ...for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 21 000 Miles 35 000 km j Change engine oil and...

Page 394: ...for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 27 000 Miles 45 000 km j Change engine oil and...

Page 395: ...ne air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the...

Page 396: ...for leaking See footnote 36 000 Miles 60 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whi...

Page 397: ...for leaking See footnote 42 000 Miles 70 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whi...

Page 398: ...ansmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or...

Page 399: ...nd axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j If you...

Page 400: ...for leaking See footnote 54 000 Miles 90 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whi...

Page 401: ...e engine 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 rear front axl...

Page 402: ...otnote j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote...

Page 403: ...for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 69 000 Miles 115 000 km j Change engine oil an...

Page 404: ...and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emissio...

Page 405: ...Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 78 000 Miles 130 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 month...

Page 406: ...for leaking See footnote 84 000 Miles 140 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months wh...

Page 407: ...e engine 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 rear front axl...

Page 408: ...er filter An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 93 000 Miles 155 000 km j Change...

Page 409: ...for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 99 000 Miles 165 000 km j Change engine oil an...

Page 410: ...nual transmission fluid doesn t require change j Automatic Transfer Case Only Change transfer case fluid j Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve An Emission Control Service 150 000 Miles 24...

Page 411: ...ssion warranty or limit recall liability prior 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...

Page 412: ...leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km j Change engine oil and fil...

Page 413: ...e fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km...

Page 414: ...riven under one 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...

Page 415: ...dditional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 1...

Page 416: ...d your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter Manual transmission fluid doesn t require change j Automatic Transfer Case Only Change transfer case fluid 52 500 Miles 87 500 km j...

Page 417: ...tomatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In...

Page 418: ...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 rear front ax...

Page 419: ...tomatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In...

Page 420: ...ttern 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 chassis component...

Page 421: ...ervice j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 97 500 Miles 162 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every...

Page 422: ...ual transmission fluid doesn t require change j Automatic Transfer Case Only Change transfer case fluid j Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve An Emission Control Service 150 000 Miles 240...

Page 423: ...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 424: ...lade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield Also see Wiper Blades Cleaning in the Index Spare Tire Check At least twice a year after the monthly inflation c...

Page 425: ...rvoir See Hydraulic Clutch Fluid in the Index A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired at once At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubric...

Page 426: ...wn halfway and try to start the engine The starter should work only when the clutch is pushed down all the way to the floor If the starter works when the clutch isn t pushed all the way down your vehi...

Page 427: ...om in front of your vehicle in case it begins to 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...

Page 428: ...d Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for prope...

Page 429: ...ise control cables Transfer Case and Front Axle Four Wheel Drive Inspection Every 12 months or at engine oil change intervals check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary A flui...

Page 430: ...nd use 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 eq...

Page 431: ...nt and Rear Axle Standard Differential SAE 80W 90 Axle Lubricant GM Part No 1052271 or equivalent USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Rear Axle Locking Differential Axle Lubricant use only GM Part No 1052271 Do not...

Page 432: ...lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood and Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Tailgate Mounted Spare Ti...

Page 433: ...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 434: ...7 53 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 435: ...7 54 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 436: ...Procedure 8 4 Customer 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 Cana...

Page 437: ...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 438: ...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 pleas...

Page 439: ...lable 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 discontin...

Page 440: ...tance 011 52 53 29 0 800 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive...

Page 441: ...ers 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 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 text...

Page 442: ...New Vehicle Limited Warranty Chevrolet reserves the right to modify or discontinue Basic Care and Courtesy Care at any time The Roadside Assistance Center uses companies that will provide you with qua...

Page 443: ...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 444: ...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 445: ...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 446: ...otify us Please call us at 1 800 222 1020 or write Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English...

Page 447: ...service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle OWNER S INFORMATION Owner...

Page 448: ...the above address for quotation 2001 120 00 2001 50 00 2001 20 00 2001 15 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 6 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax GM CHE ORD99 Pric...

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