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Fuel
Checking Fluids and Lubricants
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Brakes
Bulb Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires and Wheels
Appearance Care
Electrical System/Fuses and Circuit Breakers
Capacities and Specifications
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts

Table of Contents (cont'd)

Maintenance Schedule

Service and Appearance Care

Section

Scheduled Maintenance
Owner Checks and Services
Periodic Maintenance Inspections

Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
Maintenance Records

Summary of Contents for 2001 Express Van

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Page 2: ...ergency 1 800 CHEV USA For vehicles purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 Free lockout assistance Free dead battery assistance Free out of fuel assistance Free flat tire change Emergency towing Courtesy Transportation Every 2001 Express under warranty is backed with the following services ...

Page 4: ... Signal Multifunction Lever Windshield Wipers Cruise Control Option Exterior and Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Accessory Power Outlets Instrument Panel Warning Lights and Gages Seats and Seat Controls Safety Belts Air Bag System Restraint Systems for Children Section 1 Section 2 Seats and Restraint Systems Features and Controls ...

Page 5: ...l of a Vehicle Braking Steering Driving Tips for Various Road Conditions Recreational Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio Cassette Player CD Player Radio Theft Deterrent Feature If Equipped Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Changing a Flat Tire If You re Stuck Problems on the Road...

Page 6: ...nce Care Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers Capacities and Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Table of Contents cont d Maintenance Schedule Service and Appearance Care Section 7 Section 6 Scheduled Maintenance Owner Checks and Services Periodic Maintenance Inspections Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records ...

Page 7: ...se 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 Manual Reporting Safety Defects on page 8 10 Service Publications Index Section 9 Please refer to the last page of this manual for your Service Station Guide ...

Page 8: ...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 sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it We support voluntary technician certification For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propriétaires canadiens Vous...

Page 9: ...er to explain things quickly Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduc...

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 will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on yo...

Page 11: ...have to do with your lamps MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH TURN SIGNALS PARKING LAMPS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER WINDSHIELD WASHER WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER VENTILATING FAN These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights ENGINE COOLANT TEMP BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM BRAKE COOLANT ENGINE OIL PRESSURE...

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

Page 13: ...System See Section 5 Hood Release See Section 6 Windshield Washer Fluid See Section 6 Spare Tire See Section 5 Battery See Section 6 Fuel Door See Section 6 Tire Pressure See Section 6 For a More Detailed Look at What s Under the Hood See Section 6 For vehicles equipped with a diesel engine see the Diesel Engine Supplement ...

Page 14: ...tions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 16 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 16 Driver Position 1 24 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 25 Right Front Passenger Position 1 25 Air Bag System 1 34 Rear Seat Passengers 1 38 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 1 40 Center Passenger Position 1 42 Children 1 48 Restraint Systems for Children 1 61 Older Chil...

Page 15: ...at To adjust the seat pull the lever up to release the seat bottom and slide the seat to where you want it Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place CAUTION You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pe...

Page 16: ...t You can raise and lower the front and rear of the seat To raise or lower the front of the seat move the right lever up or down To raise or lower the rear of the seat move the left lever up or down Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the seatback lift the front of the lever which is located at the inboard side of the seat cushion Move the seatback with your body and release the lever to lock the seatba...

Page 17: ...s job because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the 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 vehicle is in motion have the seatback ...

Page 18: ...safety belt sleeve These will keep the safety belts out of the way while people get into the rear seats Removing the Rear Seat 1 Disconnect the quick release latch plates for the lap shoulder belts on the bench seat to be removed To do this press the tip of a key into the release hole of the safety belt buckle while pulling up on the safety belt ...

Page 19: ...flap at the inboard side of the seat base in the rear 3 Locate the blue or yellow handle on the inboard side of the seat base and turn it up 4 Once the blue or yellow handle is turned up pull the handle to remove the locking pin ...

Page 20: ...rom the floor rails 8 Remove the seat from the vehicle 9 Install the trim covers to the floor rails These are supplied in a cardboard box at delivery 10 For the first rear seat stow the safety belt latch by attaching the fastener strip on the safety belt latch to the trim just inside the side door There is also a fastener strip provided for stowing the safety belt latch for a four passenger bench ...

Page 21: ...e injured Be sure to lock the seat into place properly when installing it CAUTION A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted won t provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After installing the seat always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted 1 Remove the trim ...

Page 22: ...ap back on the inboard side to locate the hole in the rail for the pin 4 Remove the pin from its stowed position on the seat base while holding the carpet mat flap back 5 Insert the blue or yellow locking pin into the seat base Possible slight seat pushing may be needed to line up the pin with the base Remember each pin has its own side The yellow pin must be installed on the passenger s side and ...

Page 23: ...ting the vehicle Safety Belts They re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains the air bag system CAUTION Don t let anyone ride where he or she can t wear a safety belt properly If you are in a crash and you re not wearing a safety belt your injuries can be much worse You can hi...

Page 24: ...uckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a crash you don t know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them ...

Page 25: ...1 12 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it ...

Page 26: ...1 13 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield ...

Page 27: ...ent panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts make such good sense ...

Page 28: ...hey work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I m a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts...

Page 29: ...tion Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the 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 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull ...

Page 30: ...ash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or 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 sudden stop o...

Page 31: ...uster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pushing in to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoul...

Page 32: ...t 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 injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body ...

Page 33: ...You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you ...

Page 34: ...y injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests ...

Page 35: ... 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 much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen ...

Page 36: ...isted 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 can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it ...

Page 37: ...on 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 injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy ...

Page 38: ...ger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position earlier in this section The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all t...

Page 39: ...ent panel in front of the right front passenger s seat your vehicle has an air bag for the driver only If it says AIR BAG on the middle part of the steering wheel but there is no right front passenger seat your vehicle has an air bag for the driver only If it doesn t say AIR BAG on the middle part of the steering wheel your vehicle doesn t have air bags Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce...

Page 40: ...hits something They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear side or low speed frontal crashes And for unrestrained occupants air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful air bags have provided in the past Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there s an air bag for that person CAUTION Air bags inflate with great force fa...

Page 41: ...tem nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this manual called Children United States Canada There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows AIR BAG or the air bag symbol The system checks the air bag electr...

Page 42: ... 29 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 side ...

Page 43: ... it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers side impacts or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant In any particular crash no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a...

Page 44: ...or the instrument panel for the right front passenger s bag will be hot for a short time The parts of the bag that come into contact with you may be warm but not too hot to touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation doesn t prevent the driver from seeing or from being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicl...

Page 45: ...r s air bag Do not open or break the air bag coverings Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle You don t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag sy...

Page 46: ...the front of the vehicle that could keep the air bags from working properly A Yes If you add things that change your vehicle s frame bumper system front end sheet metal or height they may keep the air bag system from working properly Also the air bag system may not work properly if you relocate any of the air bag sensors If you have any questions about this you should contact Customer Assistance b...

Page 47: ...how that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions ...

Page 48: ... into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly i...

Page 49: ...ash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or 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 sudden stop o...

Page 50: ...e seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle ...

Page 51: ...en 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 passenger position in the rear seats To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts Here s how to install a comfort guide and use the safety ...

Page 52: ... belt The elastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure the elastic cord is not unwrapped around the retainer pin as this decreases the length ...

Page 53: ...d in Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions earlier in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides Center Passenger Position ...

Page 54: ...he latch plate and pull it along the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if y...

Page 55: ...ct the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Infants and Young Children Except Cargo Vans with Passenger Air Bags Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by the appropriate restraint Young children should not use the vehicle s safety belts unle...

Page 56: ...much 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 suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint ...

Page 57: ...r 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 compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used For most basic types of child restraints there are many different models available When purchasing a child restraint be sure it is designed to be use...

Page 58: ...Infants 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 young child s hip bones are still so small that vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Instead it may settle up around the child s abdomen In a crash the belt wo...

Page 59: ...h an infant in a CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued rear facing seat settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints However infants who should be restrained in a rear facing child restraint cannot ride safely in this vehicle CAUTION The body str...

Page 60: ...while riding in a vehicle A baby doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on your arms ...

Page 61: ... 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 surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint ...

Page 62: ...surfaces 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 positioner and some high back booster seats have a five point harness A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window ...

Page 63: ...raps 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 shield has straps that are attached to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side When choosing a child restraint be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is ...

Page 64: ...n be seriously injured or killed if the right 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 If your vehicle has a right front passenger s air bag always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat You may secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat but before you do always move...

Page 65: ...is vehicle If a forward facing child restraint is suitable for your child always move the passenger seat as far back as it will go Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap or ...

Page 66: ... cargo van the anchor for a top strap is located at the rear of the seat cushion on the right front passenger s seat Cargo Van Models If your vehicle is a passenger van with rear seats an anchor bracket for a top strap is located at the rear of the seat cushion for each three passenger rear bench seat Don t use a child restraint with a top strap in the right front passenger s position or in any fo...

Page 67: ...could be injured if this happens To help prevent injury to people and damage to your vehicle attach only one child restraint per bracket Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position You ll be using the lap shou...

Page 68: ...r neck put it behind the child restraint 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock ...

Page 69: ...ons to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position You ll be using the lap belt Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in ...

Page 70: ...uckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To tighten the belt pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restrai...

Page 71: ...if the 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 If your vehicle is a passenger van always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat If your vehicle is a cargo van with a right front passenger air bag do not use a rear facing child restraint in this vehicle If a forward facing child restrain...

Page 72: ...r back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Seats in the Index 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 4 ...

Page 73: ...restraint You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger ...

Page 74: ...r 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 It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat ...

Page 75: ...elt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides in the Index If the child is so small that the shoulder be...

Page 76: ...t 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 lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash ...

Page 77: ... might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a 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 not need regular maintenance Replacing Restraint System Parts After a C...

Page 78: ...2 19 Ignition Positions 2 20 Starting Your Gasoline Engine 2 23 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 24 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 27 Parking Brake 2 28 Shifting Into PARK P 2 31 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 31 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 32 Engine Exhaust 2 32 Running Your Engine While You re Parked 2 33 Locking Rear Axle If Equipped 2 33 Horn 2 34 Tilt Wheel Option 2 34 Turn Signal Multif...

Page 79: ...icle 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 with the windows closed in warm or hot weather ...

Page 80: ... rear of the switch with the power window symbol on it to lower the window Press the front of the switch with the power window symbol on it to raise the window The driver s window switch also has an express down feature that allows the window to be lowered without holding the switch Press and hold the side of the window switch marked AUTO for one second to activate the express down mode The expres...

Page 81: ... at the edge of the window Swing the window out and push down on the latch to lock the window into place To close the window pull the latch toward you and push down on the latch to lock it Rear Swing Out Window The rear swing out windows work the same way but the latch is at the bottom edge of the window ...

Page 82: ... the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the setting on VENT HEAT or DEFOG Additionally on vehicles with heating air conditioning systems NORM A C or BI LEVEL A C can be used That will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index D If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index Keys...

Page 83: ...Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle When a door is locked the handle won t open it You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked So wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive D Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome b...

Page 84: ...outside use your key To lock the door from the inside slide the manual lever on your door down To unlock the door slide the manual lever up Power Door Locks Option Press the bottom side of the power door lock switch to lock all the doors at once Press the top side of the power door lock switch to unlock all the doors at once When a door is locked the inside door handle will not work ...

Page 85: ...side by passengers Rear Cargo Door Move the button down to engage the security feature Move the button up to return the door locks to normal operation Move the button to the left to engage the security feature Move the button to the right to return the door locks to normal operation 60 40 Swing Out Side Door Move the button up to engage the security feature Move the button down to return the door ...

Page 86: ...erference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote keyless entry system If the transmitter does not work or...

Page 87: ...s lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle any remaining transmitters must also be matched Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have only four transm...

Page 88: ...sert a dime in the slot between the covers of the transmitter housing near the key ring hole Remove the bottom by twisting the dime 2 Remove and replace the battery positive side down 3 Align the covers and snap them together 4 Check the operation of the transmitter If the transmitter does not work after battery replacement it may need to be resynchronized to your vehicle See resynchronization fol...

Page 89: ...rding and playing back the signal from the transmitter To resynchronize your transmitter stand close to your vehicle and simultaneously press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the transmitter for at least five seconds The door locks should cycle to confirm resynchronization If the locks do not cycle see your dealer for service Sliding Side Door Option To open the sliding side door from outsi...

Page 90: ...ide the door toward the front of the vehicle When the door slides closed completely it will be flush with the side of the body To open the sliding door from inside turn the handle upward and toward the rear of the vehicle Then slide the door toward the rear of the vehicle to open it ...

Page 91: ...and slide the door toward the front of the vehicle to a closed position Make sure the door is completely closed before driving away 60 40 Swing Out Side Door To open the front portion of a 60 40 door from the outside pull up on the handle and pull the handle toward you ...

Page 92: ...the 60 40 side doors close the rear door first Then close the front door Check to make sure that both doors are completely closed The front side swing out door has a check strap assembly in the door frame to keep the door from opening beyond 90 degrees To open the door beyond 90 degrees close the door partially pull the check strap outward at the spring hole and then open the door When you close t...

Page 93: ...and the rear door s or rear swing out windows D Make sure all other windows are shut D Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the setting on VENT HEAT or DEFOG Additionally on vehicles with heating air conditioning systems NORM A C or BI LEVEL A C can be used That will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index D If you have air outlets ...

Page 94: ...ness especially in some cities Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal However there are ways you can help Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside it s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves so don t do it When you park your vehicle and open the driver s door you ll he...

Page 95: ... 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 key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with fuel is disabled During normal operation the SECURITY light will go off approximately five seconds after the key is turned to RUN If the engine stalls and the SECURITY light flashes wait until...

Page 96: ...e 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 Don t tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information Ignition Positions Your key lets you turn the ignition switch to five different positions ACCESSORY A This position allows you to...

Page 97: ... position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel It doesn t lock the steering wheel like LOCK Use OFF if you must have your vehicle in motion while the engine is off for example if your vehicle is being pushed RUN D This is the position for driving START E This position starts your engine Starting Your Gasoline Engine If you have a diesel engine see Starting Your Diesel Eng...

Page 98: ...C do this 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to START and hold it there When the engine starts let go of the key Use the accelerator pedal to maintain engine speed if you have to until your engine has run for a while 2 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to ...

Page 99: ... your battery or damaging your starter 2 If it doesn t start within 10 seconds hold your key in START for not more than 10 seconds Then push the accelerator pedal all the way down for five more seconds unless it starts sooner 3 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops wait 15 seconds and start over When the engine starts let go of the key and the accelerator pedal NOTICE Your engi...

Page 100: ... electrical cord The cord for the engine coolant heater is located on the driver s side of the engine compartment and is attached to the hose for the power steering reservoir 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriou...

Page 101: ...tomatic Transmission Operation There are several different positions for your shift lever Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission and it features an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument cluster This display must be powered anytime the shift lever is capable of being moved out of the PARK P position This means that if your key is in OFF but not locked there will...

Page 102: ...trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system With the ignition in RUN you must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into PARK P as yo...

Page 103: ...h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down D Going about 35 mph 55 km h or more push the accelerator all the way down You ll shift down to the next gear and have more power THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal driving however it offers more power and lower fuel economy than DRIVE D You should use THIRD 3 when carrying a heavy load or driving on steep hills You should use THIRD 3 or ...

Page 104: ...damage your transmission Also if you stop when going uphill don t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transmission Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to hold your vehicle in position on a hill Parking Brake To set the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot If...

Page 105: ... Towing a Trailer in the Index That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving Shifting Into PARK P CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t ...

Page 106: ... like this D Pull the lever toward you D Move the lever up as far as it will go 3 Move the ignition key to LOCK 4 Remove the key and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P ...

Page 107: ...lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transmission into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called ...

Page 108: ...RK P as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you want 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 to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want 5 Have the system fixed as soon as you can Parking Over Things That Burn ...

Page 109: ...ming into your vehicle D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and D Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not to park with the engine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know CAUTION Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle See the earlier Caution...

Page 110: ...rking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Locking Rear Axle If Equipped If your vehicle has this feature your locking rear axle can give you additional traction on snow mud ice sand or gravel It works like a standard axle most of the ti...

Page 111: ...e vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following D Turn and Lane Change Signals D Headlamp High Low Beam Changer D Windshield Wipers D Windshield Washer D Cruise Control Option...

Page 112: ...ou complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows flash at twice the normal rate a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers may not see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs and a blown f...

Page 113: ... LOW position For high speed wiping turn the band further to HIGH To stop the wipers move the band to OFF Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they are frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become damaged get new blades or blade inserts Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected from over...

Page 114: ...eset speed Cruise Control Option With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h When you apply your brakes or move the cruise switch to OFF the cruise control shuts off CAUTION D Cruise control can be dangerous where you can...

Page 115: ...lever and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course shuts off the cruise control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can move the cruise control switch from ON to R A Resume Accelerate briefly You ll go right back up to yo...

Page 116: ...Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the accelerator pe...

Page 117: ... is also equipped with a DOME OVERRIDE button For more information on this feature see Dome Lamps in the Index The delayed entry feature will allow you to enter or exit your vehicle with the lights on for about 20 seconds after the door is closed or the ignition is cycled Turn the knob clockwise to the parking lamp symbol to turn on the following D Parking Lamps D Sidemarker Lamps D Taillamps D Li...

Page 118: ...elpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset Fully functional daytime running lights are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The DRL system will make your headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when the following conditions are met D The ignition is on D The headlamp switch is off and D The parking brake is released When the DRL are on only your headlamps will be on The ta...

Page 119: ... in a luggage carrier care should be taken not to block or damage the center high mounted stoplamp unit Interior Lamps Dome Lamps The dome lamps will come on when you open a door You can also turn the dome lamps on by moving the thumbwheel located next to the headlamp knob all the way up to the second detent In this position the dome lamps will remain on whether a door is open or closed ...

Page 120: ...utton is out your interior lamps will work as usual If the button is pressed in the interior lamps will not come on when any of the vehicle s doors are opened This feature is helpful when you want to leave your door s open for an extended period of time and do not want to run the battery down The button is located next to the lamp switch Reading Lamps Option If your vehicle has reading lamps press...

Page 121: ...a clear view of objects behind you Some mirrors can be folded in to enter narrow passageways Electric Outside Rearview Mirrors Option If you have electric mirrors they can be adjusted from inside the vehicle Select the mirror you want to move by turning the switch clockwise to adjust the passenger s side mirror and counterclockwise to adjust the driver s side mirror The center position is neutral ...

Page 122: ...rrors are on If your vehicle has a rear window defogger see Rear Window Defogger in the Index Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger s side mirror may be convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehi...

Page 123: ... they can be adjusted so you can have a clear view of any objects behind you 1 To adjust the mirrors when towing a trailer turn the mirror by pushing the mirror head toward the front of the vehicle 2 Turn the mirror head so that it swings further outboard and adjust the mirror surface as needed ...

Page 124: ...ghter Ashtray The front ashtray is located on the instrument panel extension at the center of the instrument panel Lift up on the ashtray door to open it NOTICE If you store paper and other things that burn in your ashtrays they could be set on fire by cigarettes or other smoking materials That could cause a fire and possibly damage your vehicle Do not store papers and other things that burn in yo...

Page 125: ...it will pop back by itself To remove the front ashtray pull up on the tab with a key or screwdriver inserted in the tab and lift the ashtray out Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the visors You can also swing them from side to side Visor Vanity Mirror Option Some visors have mirrors built in with or without lamps Just lift the mirror cover on each visor to turn the lamps on if you h...

Page 126: ... compartment These circuits are protected by a fuse and have maximum current levels Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible to the power accessory outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on the power accessory plugs NOTICE When using the accessory power outlet maximum electrical load must not excee...

Page 127: ...2 50 The Instrument Panel Your Information System ...

Page 128: ... instrument panel are the following A Lamp Controls B Air Vents C Instrument Panel Cluster D Comfort Controls System E Audio System F Turn Signal Multifunction Lever G Horn H Convenience Tray I Cigarette Lighter J Cupholder K Ashtray ...

Page 129: ...shown Canada similar Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically ...

Page 130: ...al vehicle registration office But generally if the new odometer can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer then it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show 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 odomet...

Page 131: ...ry Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions As you will see in the details on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your...

Page 132: ...ch shows AIR BAG or the air bag symbol The system checks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the air bag sensor the air bag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the air bag system see Air Bag in the Index United States Canada This light will come on when yo...

Page 133: ... doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Charging System Light This light should come on briefly when you turn on the ignition before starting the engine as a check to show you it is working After the engine starts the light should go out If it stays on or comes on while you are driving you may have a problem with your charging system It could indic...

Page 134: ...the charging system to create maximum power You can only drive for a short time with the reading in either warning zone If you must drive turn off all unnecessary accessories Readings in either warning zone indicate a possible problem in the electrical system Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on...

Page 135: ...notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident If the light is still on after ...

Page 136: ...h your regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light earlier in this section The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves into the red a...

Page 137: ...cle helping to produce a cleaner environment The SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NO...

Page 138: ...may damage the emission control system on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required D Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle D Reducing vehicle sp...

Page 139: ... turn the light off Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel See Fuel in the Index Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed You may notice this as stalling after start up stalling when you put the vehicle into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditions may go away...

Page 140: ...ttery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system readiness see your dealer or qualified service center to prepare the vehicle for inspection Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine So...

Page 141: ... further enters the engine coolant protection mode See Engine Overheating in the Index for further information Oil Pressure Gage The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi pounds per square inch when the engine is running Canadian vehicles indicate pressure in kPa kilopascals Oil pressure may vary with engine speed outside temperature and oil viscosity but readings above the low pr...

Page 142: ...y and is not covered by your warranty Security Light This light will come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to START The light will stay on until the engine starts If the light flashes the PasslockR System has entered a tamper mode If the vehicle fails to start see Passlock in the Index If the light comes on continuously while driving and stays on there may be a problem with the Passlock S...

Page 143: ...on It is also a reminder to turn on your headlamps when driving at night Check Gages Light The CHECK GAGES light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving check your coolant temperature and engine oil pressure gages to see if they are in the warning zones ...

Page 144: ...our fuel gage D At the gas station the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads full D It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank D The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up D The gage doesn t go ...

Page 145: ... Stereo 3 14 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player If Equipped 3 19 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player If Equipped 3 23 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System RDS and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 34 AM FM Stereo with 6 Disc Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System RDS Option 3 44 Theft Deterrent Feature RDS Radios ...

Page 146: ...the far right to OFF Temperature Knob The middle knob on the control panel regulates the temperature of the air flowing into your vehicle Turn the knob toward the red area for warmer air Turn the knob toward the blue area for cooler air Mode Knob The right knob changes the heater setting VENT This setting directs air through the instrument panel vents BI LEVEL This setting divides airflow between ...

Page 147: ...l lets you select the temperature of the air flowing into the passenger compartment of your vehicle This knob will allow you to adjusttheairtemperatureindependentlyofthefunctionknob setting Turn the knob toward the red area for warmer air Turn the knob toward the blue area for cooler air Mode Knob The right knob on the control panel changes the heater air conditioning setting MAX A C Turn the righ...

Page 148: ...FOG This setting divides airflow between the heater floor vents and the windshield In the blended position the air conditioning compressor is automatically activated to dehumidify the air DEFROST This setting directs air through the windshield defroster vents It is useful when you have fog or ice on the windshield Rear Heater Without Air Conditioning If Equipped If you have a rear heater without r...

Page 149: ...ard the red area and for cooler air turn the knob toward the blue area To regulate the airflow location adjust the center knob on the control panel Turn the knob counterclockwise for floor vent airflow or clockwise for headliner vent air flow Generally the upper vents are used for air conditioning and the floor vents for heating The control knob can be set to any blend setting To adjust the airflo...

Page 150: ...ue area when it s really hot outside and you need to cool the inside air quickly MAX A C lets in only a little air from the outside If you first use MAX A C you can then use A C with the temperature knob in the blue area as soon as the vehicle has cooled down so outside air will be going through your vehicle If your vehicle has rear air conditioning setting it on LO may enhance front A C performan...

Page 151: ...uipped If you see lines running across the rear windows you have a rear window defogger The lines warm the glass For best results clear the windows of as much snow or ice as possible before using the rear window defogger To turn on the rear window defogger press this button located near the fan control An indicator light in the button will come on when the rear window defogger is working The rear ...

Page 152: ...l flow through the instrument panel vents Your vehicle s flow through ventilation system supplies outside air to the inside of your vehicle when it is moving With the side windows closed air will flow into the front air inlet grilles at the base of the windshield through the vehicle and out the rear air exhaust valve Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning f...

Page 153: ...n Tips D Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows D When you enter a vehicle in cold weather turn the blower fan to HI for a few moments before driving off This helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture and reduces the chance of fogging t...

Page 154: ...s with Radio Data System Press and hold the HR or MIN buttons located below the tune knob for two seconds Then press and hold HR until the correct hour appears AM or PM will appear on the display Press and hold MIN until the correct minute appears The clock may be set with the ignition on or off The clock symbol will appear on the display in time set mode To set the clock to the time of an FM stat...

Page 155: ... until you hear a beep Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will go to a station stop for a few seconds and flash the station frequency then go on to the next station Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning The radio will scan to stations with a strong signal only PRESET SCAN Use PRESET SCAN to listen to each of your preset stations for a few seconds Press and hol...

Page 156: ...u find the bass level you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached TREBLE Press and release AUDIO until TRE appears on the display Then press and hold the up arrow to increase treble T and a positive number will appear on the display Press and hold the down arrow to decrease treble T and a negative number will appear on the display T and a zero will appear on the display when the trebl...

Page 157: ...peakers R and a number will appear on the display when the sound is balanced toward the rear speakers F and a zero will appear on the display when the the sound is balanced between the speakers Release the up or down arrow when you find the speaker balance you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached To set BALANCE or FADE to the middle position select the desired speaker control Then ...

Page 158: ...s for two seconds until you hear a beep Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will go to a station stop for a few seconds and flash the station frequency then go on to the next station Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning The radio will scan to stations with a strong signal only PRESET SCAN Use PRESET SCAN to listen to each of your preset stations for a few seco...

Page 159: ...d the bass level you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached TREBLE Press and release AUDIO until TRE appears on the display Then press and hold the up arrow to increase treble T and a positive number will appear on the display Press and hold the down arrow to decrease treble T and a negative number will appear on the display T and a zero will appear on the display when the treble lev...

Page 160: ...und is balanced between the speakers Release the up or down arrow when you find the speaker balance you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached To set BALANCE or FADE to the middle position select the desired speaker control Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep L and a zero or F and a zero will appear on the display To set all of the tone controls ...

Page 161: ...assette player is in PREV mode Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for PREV to work The sound will mute while seeking NEXT 2 Press this button or the right SEEK arrow to go to the next selection on the tape NXT will appear on the display while the cassette player is in NEXT mode Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection fo...

Page 162: ... seconds with the radio off and the vehicle on CAS will flash on the display showing the TIGHT LOOSE TAPE sensor has been disabled The feature will remain disabled until the tape is ejected Press this button to remove a tape The radio will play Eject may be activated with the radio off Cassette tapes may be loaded with the radio and vehicle off if this button is pressed first CLN If this message a...

Page 163: ...rong signal only SCAN Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds until you hear a beep Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will go to a station stop for a few seconds and flash the station frequency then go on to the next station Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning The radio will scan to stations with a strong signal only PRESET SCAN Press and hold...

Page 164: ...he bass level you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached TREBLE Press and release AUDIO until TRE appears on the display Then press and hold the up arrow to increase treble T and a positive number will appear on the display Press and hold the down arrow to decrease treble T and a negative number will appear on the display T and a zero will appear on the display when the treble level ...

Page 165: ...lanced between the speakers Release the up or down arrow when you find the speaker balance you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached To set BALANCE or FADE to the middle position first select the desired speaker control Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep L and a zero or F and a zero will appear on the display To set all of the tone controls and...

Page 166: ...hin a track Release it to play the passage The display will show elapsed time while forwarding RDM 5 Press this button to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order RND will show on the display Press RDM again to turn off random play OFF will appear on the display RPT 6 Press this button once to hear a selection over again RPT will appear on the display The current track will continue ...

Page 167: ...s locked up Your vehicle must be returned to the dealership for service AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System RDS and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped Playing the Radio PWR Press this button to turn the system on and off VOL Turn this knob clockwise to increase volume Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume DISP Press this button to display the clock ...

Page 168: ...inding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE Turn this knob to choose radio stations 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 radio will seek to stations with a strong signal only PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to y...

Page 169: ... mode this function will scan through the current band such as FM1 or FM2 Setting the Tone BASS Press and release the P TYPE LIST AUDIO knob until BASS appears on the display Then turn the knob clockwise to increase bass and counterclockwise to decrease bass The display will show the bass level When you use this control the radio s AUTO TONE setting will switch to manual To set bass to the middle ...

Page 170: ...SSICAL and COUNTRY music TONE and the preset equalization setting will appear on the display when you press AUTO TONE Each time you press it another setting will appear on the display The manual setting allows tone control to return to the BASS and TREB controls Use PUSHBUTTONS and AUTO TONE button to program AUTO TONE for station presets Adjusting the Speakers BALANCE Press and release the P TYPE...

Page 171: ...tations with the types of programs you want to listen to D seek to stations with traffic announcements D receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies and D receive and display messages from radio stations RDS is always on RDS features are only available for use on FM stations which broadcast RDS information The RDS features of your radio rely upon receiving specific RDS informat...

Page 172: ...n the display When a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it even if the volume is muted or a cassette tape or compact disc is playing The TRAF icon and TRAFFIC will appear on the display while the traffic announcement plays If the cassette tape or compact disc player was being used the tape or compact disc will stay in the player and resume play at the point where i...

Page 173: ...even if the volume is muted or a cassette tape or compact disc is playing If the cassette tape or compact disc player is playing play will stop for the announcement and resume when the announcement is finished This function will only work during actual emergency broadcasts and will not work during tests of the emergency broadcast system This feature is not supported by all RDS stations ALTERNATE F...

Page 174: ... the tape if the selection has been playing for less than 3 seconds If the PREV button or the left SEEK arrow is pressed and the current selection has been playing for more than 13 seconds it will go to the beginning of the current selection If the PREV button or the left SEEK arrow is pressed and the current selection has been playing from 3 to 13 seconds it will go to the beginning of the previo...

Page 175: ...lby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation SEEK SEEK and a right pointing arrow is the same as NEXT and a left pointing arrow and SEEK is the same as PREV If the button is held or pressed more than once the player will continue moving forward or backward t...

Page 176: ...disc should begin playing The display will show the CD symbol If you want to insert a compact disc with the ignition off first press DISP or EJT If you re driving on a very rough road or if it s very hot the disc may not play and CHECK CD may appear on the display When the road becomes smooth or the temperature returns to normal the disc should play If the disc comes out it could be that D The dis...

Page 177: ...ct disc in the player and the radio playing press this button to play a compact disc Press AM FM to return to the radio when a compact disc is playing The inactive CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening RDM 6 Press this button to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order RDM ON will show on the display RDM T and the track number will appear on the display when eac...

Page 178: ...on or radio off CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first CAL ERR This message is displayed when the radio has not been calibrated properly for the vehicle You must return to the dealership for service LOCKED This message is displayed when the THEFTLOCKR system has locked up You must return to the dealership for service AM FM Stereo with 6 Disc Compact Disc ...

Page 179: ...s then go on to the next station Press the SEEK button again to stop scanning If you press SEEK for more than four seconds the radio will change to PRESET SCAN mode The sound will mute while scanning PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six FM1 and six FM2 by performing the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press...

Page 180: ...The radio will produce one beep and CENTERED will appear on the display TREB Press the AUDIO button until TREB appears on the display Turn the knob to increase or decrease treble When you use this control the radio s tone setting will switch to custom If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To set treble to the middle position select TREB and press and hold the AUDIO knob...

Page 181: ...is button to receive traffic announcements The traffic announcement brackets will appear on the display TRAF will appear on the display if the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements the radio will seek to a station that does When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements it will stop If no station i...

Page 182: ...steps 1 Press P TYPE if it is not already on 2 Press AM FM to select FM1 or FM2 3 Turn the SELECT knob to select a PTY 4 Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons until you hear a beep Whenever you press that numbered button the PTY you set will return 5 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton ALERT This type of announcement warns of national or local emergencies You will not be able to turn off...

Page 183: ...l set the display level to the middle position To set all tone and speaker controls to the middle position press and hold the AUDIO knob when tone or speaker controls are not active The radio will produce one beep and CENTERED will appear on the display Playing a Compact Disc LOAD This compact disc player will accommodate up to six discs To insert one disc do the following 1 Turn the ignition on 2...

Page 184: ...To load more than one disc but less than six complete steps 1 2 and 3 When you have finished loading discs with the radio on or off press LOAD to cancel the loading function The radio will begin to play the last CD loaded As each new track starts to play the track number will appear on the display If CHECK CD appears on the radio display it could be that D The road is too rough The disc should pla...

Page 185: ... then on will allow the receiver to clear its disc sensing feature You may now be able to use the LOAD and eject features normally Do not at any time press the eject button more than once the receiver s 25 second eject timer will reset at each press of eject which will cause the receiver to not eject a disc until the 25 second time period has elapsed REV Press and hold this button to reverse quick...

Page 186: ...the next track If you press the button more than once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the disc SCAN Press and hold the SEEK button for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep Use SCAN to listen to each track for a few seconds The sound will mute while scanning SCAN will appear on the display Press this button again to stop scanning DI...

Page 187: ...ll sound to confirm that the track has been saved 5 Repeat Steps 3 and 4 for saving other selections To play the SONG LIST Press SONG LIST One beep will be heard and S LIST will appear on the display The recorded tracks will begin to play in the order that they were saved You may seek through the song list by using the SEEK arrows Seeking past the last saved track will return you to the first save...

Page 188: ...om the display Theft Deterrent Feature RDS Radios If Equipped THEFTLOCKR is designed to discourage theft of your radio The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number VIN If the radio is moved to a different vehicle it will not operate and LOCKED will be displayed When the radio and vehicle are turned off the blinking red light indicates that THEFTLOCK is...

Page 189: ...e 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 the volume control to the lowest setting D Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile tel...

Page 190: ...see if it is the tape or the tape player at fault If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality clean the tape player The recommended cleaning method for your cassette tape player is the use of a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealer...

Page 191: ...ttes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust If the surface of a disc is soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral dete...

Page 192: ...e chime is produced from the driver s side front door speakers To change the volume level press and hold pushbutton 6 with the ignition on and the radio power off The chime volume level will change from the normal level to loud and LOUD will be displayed on the radio To change back to the default or normal setting press and hold the pushbutton 6 again The chime level will change from the loud leve...

Page 193: ...iving 4 3 Drunken Driving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Steering 4 11 Off Road Recovery 4 12 Passing 4 13 Loss of Control 4 14 Driving at Night 4 16 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 19 City Driving 4 20 Freeway Driving 4 22 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 23 Highway Hypnosis 4 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 25 Winter Driving 4 29 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 30 Loading Your Vehicle 4 3...

Page 194: ...eventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call ...

Page 195: ... alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the pr...

Page 196: ...me other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the driving sk...

Page 197: ...l in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking CAUTION Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and j...

Page 198: ...g 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 another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km h travels 66 feet...

Page 199: ...mp 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 may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brakes ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braki...

Page 200: ...he wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates ...

Page 201: ...ou lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here s why Experienced driver or beginner each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when d...

Page 202: ...ry 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 in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere or a c...

Page 203: ... 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 while you re driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that your ve...

Page 204: ...ndicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic D Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you re following a larger vehicle Also ...

Page 205: ...er to get ahead of you Perhaps you can ease a little to the right Loss of Control Let s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration don t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less dang...

Page 206: ... because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited While driving on a surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues su...

Page 207: ... They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly ...

Page 208: ...et wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It s wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank fil...

Page 209: ...ry to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally ...

Page 210: ...road If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing...

Page 211: ...s and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips D Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray D Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires in the Index City Driving One ...

Page 212: ...ve time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving D Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light Freeway Driving Mile for mile freeways also called thruways parkways express...

Page 213: ... are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it s slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use your turn signal Just before you leave the lane glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there isn t another vehicle in your blind spot Once you are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a re...

Page 214: ...ll across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip D Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside D Wiper Blades Are they in good shape D Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Have you checked all levels D Lamps Are they all working Are the lenses clean D Tires They are vitally important to a...

Page 215: ... 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 well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior D Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently D If you get sleepy pull off the road int...

Page 216: ...N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill D Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool y...

Page 217: ... scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle ...

Page 218: ...y cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all You can get wet ice when it s about freezing 32_F 0_C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Accelerate gently Try ...

Page 219: ...e the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you re actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you c...

Page 220: ... engine to keep warm but be careful CAUTION Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle This can cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcome you and kill you You can t see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to tim...

Page 221: ... higher speed to get enough heat Then shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold But do it as little as possible Preserve the fuel as long as you can To help keep warm you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until help...

Page 222: ...eight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out CAUTION Do not loa...

Page 223: ...el This is the maximum load capacity that your vehicle can carry Be sure to include the weight of the people inside as part of your load If you added any accessories or equipment after your vehicle left the factory remember to subtract the weight of these things from the payload Your dealer can help you with this Trailering Package If your vehicle is equipped with the trailering package there is a...

Page 224: ... correctly follow the advice in this part and see your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle Additional rear axle maintenance is required for a vehicle used to tow a trailer See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears lat...

Page 225: ...er about sway controls D Don t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 800 km your new vehicle is driven Your 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 engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads D You should use TH...

Page 226: ...hicle The following chart shows how much your trailer can weigh based upon vehicle model and options Model Engine Axle Ratio Max Trailer Weight lbs kg G1500 Cargo 4 3L 3 42 4 600 2088 5 0L 3 42 5 600 2542 5 7L 3 42 6 100 2769 G1500 Passenger 4 3L 3 42 4 200 1907 3 73 4 700 2134 5 0L 3 42 5 100 2315 5 7L 3 42 5 600 2542 3 73 6 600 2996 G2500 Cargo 4 3L 3 42 4 300 1952 4 10 5 000 1816 5 0L 3 42 5 20...

Page 227: ...3 73 8 100 3677 4 10 8 100 3677 G3500 Cargo 5 7L 3 73 6 300 2860 4 10 7 800 3541 6 5L 3 73 8 400 3814 4 10 8 400 3814 8 1L 3 42 7 500 3405 3 73 9 000 4086 4 10 10 000 4540 G3500 Passenger 5 7L 3 73 5 600 2542 4 10 7 100 3223 6 5L 3 73 7 800 3541 4 10 7 800 3541 8 1L 3 42 6 800 3087 3 73 8 300 3768 4 10 10 000 4540 ...

Page 228: ...railer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo you may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you will tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying th...

Page 229: ...ot attach rental hitches or other bumper type hitches to them Use only a frame mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper Do not use a ball hitch because it could pull the bumper loose D If you ll be pulling a trailer that when loaded will weigh more than 4 000 lbs 1 800 kg be sure to use a properly mounted weight distributing hitch and sway control of the proper size This equipment is very ...

Page 230: ...nd they must be adequate Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintain them properly Your trailer brake system can tap into your vehicle s hydraulic brake system except D Don t tap into your vehicle s brake system if the trailer s brake system will use more than 0 02 cubic inch 0 3 cc of fluid from your vehicle s master cylinder...

Page 231: ...t of experience Before setting out for the open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself Before you start check the trailer hitch and platform and attachments safety ...

Page 232: ...u re turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle has to have extra wiring and a heavy duty turn signal flasher included in the optional trailering package The arrows on your ...

Page 233: ... should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill here s how to do it 1 Apply your regular brakes but don t shift into PARK P yet Then turn your wheels into the curb if facing downhill or into traffic if facing...

Page 234: ...re portion of the harness assembly is stored in a frame pocket under the rear of the vehicle on the driver s side The heavy duty trailer wiring harness has a 30 amp feed wire Both harnesses come without connectors and should be wired by a qualified electrical technician The technician can use the following color code chart when connecting the wiring harness to your trailer Four Wire Harness D Ligh...

Page 235: ... on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 3 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 9 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Engine Overheating Gasoline Engine 5 12 Cooling System Gasoline Engine 5 19 Engine Fan Noise 5 19 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 20 Changing a Flat Tire 5 35 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Page 236: ...op of the steering column all the way down to make your front and rear turn signals flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flashers push the button until the first click and release When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work The hazard warning flashers will not flash if the bra...

Page 237: ...you D They contain gas that can explode or ignite D They contain enough electricity to burn you If you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelcoR battery in your vehicle has a built in hydrometer Do not charge test or jump start the battery...

Page 238: ...of the vehicle This will reduce the electrical resistance 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles aren t touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you don t want You wouldn t be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the parking...

Page 239: ...linded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the batteries have enough water You don t need to add water to the ACDelcoR battery or batteries installed in every new GM vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add water to take care of that first If you don t explosive gas could be present Battery fluid contains acid that can burn yo...

Page 240: ...onnect 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 or a body metal surface Don t connect positive to negative or you will get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too And don t connect the negative to negative 6 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the veh...

Page 241: ...one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step 9 Make your last connection away from the battery to the engine block frame or other heavy unpainted metal parts of your vehicle A ground location has been provided through a stud attached to the body surface ...

Page 242: ...tart the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 12 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service Jumper Cable Removal A Heavy Unpainted Metal Engine Part B Good Battery C Dead Battery ...

Page 243: ...th the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance and Recreational Vehicle Towing in the Index Engine Overheating Gasoline Engine You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle s instrument panel If you have a diesel engine y...

Page 244: ... it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damag...

Page 245: ...eed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D or THIRD 3 If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If ther...

Page 246: ...ery Tank C Engine Cooling Fan s 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 or above the FULL COLD mark If it isn t you may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system ...

Page 247: ...lant 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 the engine coolant will require change sooner at 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX COOLR is not covered by your new vehicle w...

Page 248: ...to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain 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 mixture your engine 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 mixtu...

Page 249: ... more thing you can try You 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 you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system includin...

Page 250: ...cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap ...

Page 251: ... up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off ...

Page 252: ...adiator 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 pressure cap At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this ...

Page 253: ...disengages If a Tire Goes Flat It s unusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your...

Page 254: ...ey could be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you can put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle at the opposi...

Page 255: ...ear tire do not remove or restore a tire from to a storage position under the vehicle while the vehicle is supported by a jack Always tighten the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle when restoring If you have a vehicle which was completed from a cab and chassis refer to the information from the body supplier installer The spare tire is a full size tire like the other tires on your vehi...

Page 256: ...nting bracket Set the jack and jacking equipment near the flat tire The ratchet has a DOWN side and an UP side Attach the ratchet with the DOWN side facing you to the extension The extension has a socket end and a flat chisel end Put the flat end of the extension on an angle through the hole in the rear door frame above the bumper Be sure the flat end connects into the hoist shaft ...

Page 257: ...xtension to hook the cable Then pull the spare from beneath the vehicle If the retainer pulls out hook the inside of the wheel and pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle When the tire has been lowered tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening NOTICE To help avoid vehicle damage do not drive the vehicle before the cable is restored ...

Page 258: ...ing Tool Storage A Socket B Jack Handle C Ratchet D Jacking Tool Storage Box E Jack Handle Extension The tools you ll be using include the jack A jack handle extension B jack handle C socket D and the ratchet E ...

Page 259: ...ng the Wheel Covers and Locking Wheel Nuts 1 You will need to take off the wheel nut caps to reach your wheel nuts When using the ratchet and socket make sure the DOWN side faces you 2 Loosen the plastic nut caps ...

Page 260: ...5 26 3 Remove the center cap Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 With the DOWN side facing you use the ratchet and socket to loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet ...

Page 261: ...bolt on the end Attach the socket end of the extension to the jack bolt Attach the ratchet to the extension with the UP side facing you 3 Turn the ratchet clockwise That will raise the jack lift head a little Front Position ...

Page 262: ... jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and 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 before raising the vehicle ...

Page 263: ...ake sure the UP mark faces you Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit 6 Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire 7 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel ...

Page 264: ...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 If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 8 Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each wheel nut by hand until the wheel is h...

Page 265: ...as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 140 lb ft 190 N m NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification 11 Put the wheel cover back on or put the center cap and plastic wheel nut caps back on Remove any whe...

Page 266: ...nt of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place 1 Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down 2 Pull the retaining bar through the center of the wheel making sure it is properly attached ...

Page 267: ...5 33 3 Pull the wheel toward the rear of the vehicle keeping the cable tight 4 Attach the ratchet with the UP side facing you to the extension ...

Page 268: ...ench until the tire is secure and the cable is tight The spare tire hoist cannot be overtightened 7 Make sure the tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If the tire moves use the ratchet wheel wrench to tighten the cable You will hear two clicks when the tire is up all the way Return the jacking equipment to the proper location Secure the items and replace the ja...

Page 269: ...of your vehicle as well as the tires If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth you can destroy your transmission For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels Then shift back and forth between...

Page 270: ...tem 6 12 Engine Oil Gasoline Engine 6 16 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Gasoline Engines 6 18 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 22 Rear Axle 6 22 Engine Coolant 6 26 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 26 Power Steering Fluid 6 27 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 28 Brakes 6 32 Battery 6 33 Bulb Replacement 6 40 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 41 Tires 6 50 Appearance Care 6 51 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 6 54 ...

Page 271: ... to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Your vehicle may have an air bag system If it does see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index before attempting to do your own service work You...

Page 272: ...ound it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Fuel Gasoline Engine If your vehicle has a diesel engine see Diesel Fuel Requirements and Fuel System in the Diesel Engine Supplement For vehicles with gasoline engines please read this Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher It...

Page 273: ...r vehicle will operate satisfactorily on 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 check test See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure In the e...

Page 274: ... can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty Fuels in Foreign Countries Gasoline Engines If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may be hard to find Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel Costly repairs ...

Page 275: ... you let go of the cap too soon it will spring back to the right CAUTION If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew ...

Page 276: ...k and emissions system may be damaged See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others D Dispense gasoline only into ...

Page 277: ...electric fan CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release To open the hood first pull this handle inside the vehicle It is located in front of the ...

Page 278: ...and release the secondary hood release Lift the hood release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood hinge The underhood lamp if equipped will automatically come on and stay on until the hood is closed ...

Page 279: ...u lift the hood you ll see these items A Battery B Coolant Recovery Tank C Engine Oil Dipstick D Engine Oil Fill E Transmission Dipstick F Engine Air Cleaner Filter G Power Steering Reservoir H Brake Master Cylinder I Windshield Washer Fluid ...

Page 280: ...our vehicle The noise control system warranty is given in your warranty booklet These standards apply only to vehicles sold in the United States Tampering With Noise Control System Prohibited Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof 1 The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance repair or replacement of any device or element of de...

Page 281: ...of the muffler and or resonator D Removal of the exhaust pipes and exhaust pipe clamps Engine Oil Gasoline Engine If your vehicle has a diesel engine see Engine Oil Diesel Engine in the Diesel Engine Supplement Checking Engine Oil It s a good idea to check your engine 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 en...

Page 282: ... use the right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged The engine oil filler cap is located between the coolant recovery tank and the engine air clea...

Page 283: ...ute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle as shown in the foll...

Page 284: ...gine at extremely low temperatures Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil The recommended oils with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good performance and engine protection When to Change Engine Oil If any one of these is true for you use the short trip city maintenance schedule D Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles 8 to 16 km This is particularly important when outsid...

Page 285: ... a real threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all free flowing oil from the filter before disposal Don t ever dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil ask your dealer a se...

Page 286: ... cleaner filter housing 4 Install the new engine air cleaner filter into the engine air cleaner filter housing Make sure that it fits properly into the housing 5 Install the cover and fasten the retaining clips 6 After the engine air cleaner filter is properly serviced the indicator should be reset Push the button on the top of the indicator to reset it to the green clean filter zone See Normal Re...

Page 287: ...as a diesel engine see Automatic Transmission Fluid in the Diesel Supplement When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km if the vehicle s GVWR is over 8 600 or if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions D In heavy city traffic where th...

Page 288: ...traffic especially in hot weather D While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180_F to 200_F 82_C to 93_C Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50_F 10_C If it s colder than 50_F 10_C drive the vehicle in DRIVE D until the engine temperature gage moves and then remains steady...

Page 289: ...range Then position the shift lever in PARK P D Let the engine run at idle for three minutes or more Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps 1 The transmission dipstick has a red handle and is located near the center of the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it w...

Page 290: ... 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 the level up to the HOT area for a hot check It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Don t overfill NOTICE We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRONR III because fluid with that label is made especially for your ...

Page 291: ... in the Index Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOLR engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOLR extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Eng...

Page 292: ...ixture of one half clean drinkable water and one half DEX COOLR coolant which won t damage aluminum parts If you use this coolant mixture you don t need to add anything else CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper ...

Page 293: ...imes a year have your dealer check your cooling system NOTICE If you use the proper coolant you don t have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system These can be harmful Checking Coolant The coolant recovery tank is located near the center of the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location The vehicle must be on a le...

Page 294: ...e to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank but be careful not to spill it CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine Occasionally check ...

Page 295: ... tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located on the driver s side of the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location ...

Page 296: ... prevent contamination of brake fluid never check or fill the power steering reservoir with the brake master cylinder cover off What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer...

Page 297: ...s for expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely full D Don t use engine coolant antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for the location of the reservoir There are only two reasons why the br...

Page 298: ... too much brake fluid it can spill on the engine The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough You or others could be burned and your vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system See Checking Brake Fluid in this section Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to check your brake fluid See Periodic Maintenance Inspections in the Index C...

Page 299: ...not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid NOTICE D Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they ll have to be replaced Don t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid D If you spill b...

Page 300: ...es not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications Your rear drum brakes don t have wear indicators but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake linings inspected immediately...

Page 301: ...ample if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free ACDelcoR battery When it s time for a new battery get one that has the re...

Page 302: ...pare your vehicle for longer storage periods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index Bulb Replacement For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your GM dealer service department Before replacing any bulbs make sure all lamps are off and the vehicle is not running See Replacement Bulbs in the Index Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressur...

Page 303: ...mp assembly with the retainer Composite Headlamps 1 Open the hood 2 Locate the rear side of each of the headlamps 3 Without removing the headlamp assembly itself remove the bulb socket from the back of the headlamp on the driver s side Turn the bulb counterclockwise one quarter turn to remove it from the socket 4 On the passenger s side turn the bulb clockwise one quarter turn Also to remove the b...

Page 304: ...n it to the headlamp assembly Front Parking Turn Signal Lamps To replace the front parking turn signal lamps 1 Remove the outer screws from the parking turn signal lamp lens assembly There are either two or four screws depending on your vehicle s trim level ...

Page 305: ...ile turning it counterclockwise 4 Remove the bulb assembly from the back of the lens and replace the bulb 5 Turn the socket clockwise to reinstall it in the lens assembly Reinstall the screws on the parking turn signal lamp assembly Sidemarker Lamps 1 Remove the screw from the top of the lens ...

Page 306: ... of the lamp from the grille 3 Pull the bulb straight out to remove it Install the new bulb 4 Reverse these steps to reinstall the lamp Taillamps 1 Open the rear door 2 Push the socket protector until you can see the fasteners ...

Page 307: ...6 38 3 Remove the nuts with a deep socket wrench 4 Remove the hidden upper nuts ...

Page 308: ...6 39 5 Lift the lamp as you turn it toward the rear of the vehicle 6 Squeeze the tab on the side of the sockets while turning them counterclockwise ...

Page 309: ...Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear and cracking See Wiper Blade Check in the Index for more information Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways To remove the type with a release clip do the following 1 Lift the wiper arm until it locks into a vertical position ...

Page 310: ...into the windshield Tires Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service see your GM Warranty booklet for details CAUTION 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 ou...

Page 311: ...at D Tire overloading D Bad wear 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 damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Also check the tire pressure of the spare tire How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage ...

Page 312: ...y Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If it moves use the ratchet to tighten the cable See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools in the Index If your vehicle has dual rear wheels also see Dual Tire Operation later in this section The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled Mainten...

Page 313: ...l Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a pa...

Page 314: ...e vehicle is new or whenever a wheel wheel bolt or wheel nut is replaced check the wheel nut torque after 100 1 000 and 6 000 miles 160 1 600 and 10 000 km of driving For proper torque see Wheel Nut Torque in the Index The outer tire on a dual wheel setup generally wears faster than the inner tire Your tires will wear more evenly and last longer if you rotate the tires periodically If you re going...

Page 315: ...for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those 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 to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and yo...

Page 316: ...afety 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 controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performan...

Page 317: ...alance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed However if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other the alignment may need to be reset If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road your...

Page 318: ...calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis Whenever a wheel wheel bolt or wheel nut is replaced on a dual wheel setup check the wheel nut torque after 100 1 000 and 6 000 miles 160 1 600 and 10 000 km of driving For proper torque see Wheel Nut Torque in the Index See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index for more information...

Page 319: ... your vehicle Appearance Care Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle be sure to follow the manufacturer s warnings and instructions And always open your doors or wi...

Page 320: ...ead the instructions on the cleaner label D Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set D Carefully scrape off any excess stain D Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn D If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner on Fabric 1 Vacuum a...

Page 321: ... water and allow to dry completely 3 If a stain remains follow instructions for Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth D Rub with a clean damp cloth to remove dirt You may have to do it more than once D Things like tar asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don t get them off quickly Use a clean cloth and a vinyl leather cleaner See your dealer for this p...

Page 322: ... often 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 glass because they may cause scratches Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window since they may have to be scraped off later If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear window an ...

Page 323: ...The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Don t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Don t use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Material...

Page 324: ...dustrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years You can help to keep the paint finish looki...

Page 325: ...omatic 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 When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted surfaces on the body or wheels of the vehicle Petroleum based products may damage the paint finish ...

Page 326: ... the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your v...

Page 327: ... 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 water 1052930 8 oz 0 237 L Capture Dry Spot Remover Attracts absorbs and removes soils on fabric 12345721 2 5 sq ft Synthetic Chamois Shines vehicle without scratching 12345725 12 oz 0 354 L Silicone...

Page 328: ... 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 Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on the front passenger door frame It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is D your VIN D the model designation D paint i...

Page 329: ...eadlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in the lamp switch An electrical overload will cause the lamps to flicker on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the moto...

Page 330: ... block access door To remove fuses if you don t have a fuse extractor hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out Be sure to use the correct fuse If you ever have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one of the same fuse rating Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter...

Page 331: ... Module DRAB Module 5 HAZARD Hazard Lamps CHIME Module 6 CRUISE Cruise Control 7 PWR AUX Auxiliary Power Outlet DLC 8 CRANK Not Used 9 PARK LPS License Plate Lamp Parking Lamps Taillamps Front Sidemarkers Glove Box Ashtray 10 AIR BAGS Air Bags 11 WIPER Wiper Motor Washer Pump 12 HTR A C A C A C Blower High Blower Relay HTD Mirror 13 CIG LTR Cigarette Lighter 14 ILLUM IP Cluster HVAC Controls RR HV...

Page 332: ...rovision Relay 18 BRAKE 4WAL PCM ABS Cruise Control 19 RADIO B Radio Battery Power Antenna 20 TRANS PRNDL Automatic Transmission 21 SECURITY Passlock 22 RR DEFOG Rear Window Defog 23 NOT USED Not Used 24 RR HVAC RR HVAC Controls HIGH MED LOW Relays A PWR ACCY Power Door Lock Six Way Power Seat Keyless Entry Illumination Module B PWR WDO Power Windows ...

Page 333: ...WER Front Blower Motor ABS Electronic Brake Control Module IGN B Ignition Switch IGN A Starter Relay Ignition Switch BATT Instrument Panel Fuse Block LIGHTING Instrument Panel Fuse Block Headlamp Switch RH HDLP Right hand Headlamp Export only LH HDLP Left hand Headlamp Export only RH HIBM Right hand High beam Headlamp Export only LH HIBM Left hand High beam Headlamp Export only ...

Page 334: ... Diesel ECM I Ignition Coil Camshaft Position Sensor VCM Fuel Injectors Coil Driver IGN E Air Conditioning Clutch Relay SPARE Spare Fuse SPARE Spare Fuse SPARE Spare Fuse NAME CIRCUITS PROTECTED A C Air Conditioning Clutch Relay HORN Horn Relay Underhood Lamp s ECM B Fuel Pump Relay VCM PCM Fuel Pump and Engine Oil Pressure Switch SPARE Spare Fuse SPARE Spare Fuse AUX A Upfitter Provisions AUX B U...

Page 335: ...5 Front Sidemarker Lamp 2 194 Front Parking and Turn Lamp 4 2357NA Rear Parking Lamp 2 3057 Rear Stop and Turn Lamp 2 3057 LAMP OR BULB QTY NUMBER Back up Lamp 2 3156 Back up Lamp 2 1156 Rear Parking Stop and Turn Lamp 2 1157 CHMSL 2 921 License Plate Lamp 1 194 Underhood Lamp 1 232 Reel Lamp 1 232 Reading Lamps 6 211 2 Sunshade Vanity Mirror 4 74 ...

Page 336: ...rmation and requirements Engine Identification Gasoline Engines Engine VORTEC 4300 VORTEC 5000 VORTEC 5700 VORTEC 8100 Type V6 V8 V8 V8 VIN Code W M R G Fuel System CSFI1 CSFI1 CSFI1 MFI2 Spark Plug Gap 0 060 inches 1 52 mm 0 060 inches 1 52 mm 0 060 inches 1 52 mm 0 060 inches 1 52 mm Firing Order 1 6 5 4 3 2 1 8 4 3 6 5 7 2 1 8 4 3 6 5 7 2 1 8 7 2 6 5 4 3 1Central Sequential Fuel Injection 2Sequ...

Page 337: ...h Rear Heater VORTEC 4300 V6 W 11 0 quarts 10 4 L 14 0 quarts 13 2 L VORTEC 5000 V8 M 17 0 quarts 16 0 L 20 0 quarts 18 9 L VORTEC 5700 V8 R 17 0 quarts 16 0 L 20 0 quarts 18 9 L VORTEC 8100 V8 G 23 0 quarts 21 8 L 26 0 quarts 24 6 L After refill the level MUST be checked as outlined under Engine Cooling System in Section 5 ...

Page 338: ...enough engine oil so that the fluid is within the proper operating range Variation in oil filter size and oil cooler drainback can cause different fill levels See Engine Oil in the Index Fuel Tank Capacity TYPE QUANTITY MODEL TYPE Standard Tank 31 0 U S gallons 117 3 L Passenger and Cargo Standard Tank 35 0 U S gallons 132 5 L Cab and Chassis Optional Tank 55 0 U S gallons 208 1 L Cab and Chassis ...

Page 339: ...on only If you have any questions see the service manual for the chassis or refer to the body manufacturer s publications Engine VORTEC 4300 V6 VORTEC 5000 V8 VORTEC 5700 V8 VORTEC 8100 V8 VIN W M R G Oil Filter PF47 PF1218 PF1218 PF454 Air Cleaner Filter A917C A917C A917C A917C PCV Valve CV769C CV769C CV769C Spark Plugs 41 932 41 932 41 932 TJ14R P15 Fuel Filter GF481 GF481 GF481 GF481 Radiator C...

Page 340: ...y dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 9 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 7 33 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7 48 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 53 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 55 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 58 Part E Maintenance Record ...

Page 341: ...nt 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 our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition please maintain your vehicle properly Maintenance Requirements Maintenance intervals checks inspections and recommended fluids and lubrican...

Page 342: ...do 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 you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your dealer s service department or another qualified service ...

Page 343: ...lls you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be replaced and all necessary rep...

Page 344: ...under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or 3 months whichever occurs first Drive Axle Service or 3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Diesel Eng...

Page 345: ... Exhaust Gas Recirculation System Inspection Gasoline Engine Only Evaporative Control System Inspection Diesel Engine Only Crankcase Depression Regulator Valve CDRV System Check Short Trip City Intervals Every 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Gasoline Engine Only Spark Plug Wire Inspection Gasoline Engine Only Spark Plug Replacement Gasoline Engine Only Automatic Transmission Service normal conditions Gas...

Page 346: ...Miles 12 500 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or every 12 months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or every 12 months whichever occurs first Drive Axle Service Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Gasoline Engine Only Noise Shields Inspection GVWR above 10 000 lbs only Diesel Engine Only Shields and Underhood Insulation Inspection Diesel Engine Only Thermostatically Controlled Engine...

Page 347: ...iesel Engine Only Crankcase Depression Regulator Valve CDRV System Check Long Trip Highway Intervals Every 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Gasoline Engine Only Spark Plug Wire Inspection Gasoline Engine Only Spark Plug Replacement Gasoline Engine Only Automatic Transmission Service normal conditions Gasoline Engine Only Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV Valve Inspection Every 150 000 Miles 240 000 km Co...

Page 348: ...tion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension kingpin bushings steering linkage and rear driveline center splines A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection under Periodic Maintenance Inspections in Part C of ...

Page 349: ...ubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 9 000 Miles 15 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lub...

Page 350: ...formation See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 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 whichever occurs first See footnote j Diesel Engine Only Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote Gasoli...

Page 351: ... assure that gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections fasteners and other components are tight Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing is properly seated and the cover fits tightly Tighten connections and fasteners or replace damaged parts as necessary This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States j Diesel Engine Only If ...

Page 352: ...id as needed 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 filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check axle fluid level and add flui...

Page 353: ...spection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Diesel Engine Only Replace fuel filler cap if driving in dusty conditions An Emission Control Service 27 000 Miles 45 000 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 whichever occurs firs...

Page 354: ... or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Diesel Engine Only Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service Gasoline Engine Only See Engine Air Cleaner Filter Restriction Indicator Check in the Index j Vehicles With GVWR Above 10 000 lbs or Equipped with Diesel Engine Only Inspect shields for damage or loosenes...

Page 355: ... damaged parts as necessary This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States j Diesel Engine Only If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan inspect all hoses and ducts for proper hook up or every 12 months whichever occurs first Be sure the valve works properly This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold...

Page 356: ...nd Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote 39 000 Miles 65 000 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 whichever occurs first See footnote j Check axle fluid level and add flui...

Page 357: ...0 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 whichever occurs first See footnote j Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote j Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first Diesel Engine Only Inspect engine air cleaner filter if...

Page 358: ...ections fasteners and other components are tight Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing is properly seated and the cover fits tightly Tighten connections and fasteners or replace damaged parts as necessary This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States j Diesel Engine Only If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan inspe...

Page 359: ...iller cap if driving in dusty conditions An Emission Control Service 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle has a diesel engine if the vehicle s GVWR is over 8600 lbs or if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainou...

Page 360: ...Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 57 000 Miles 95 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j L...

Page 361: ...relining whichever occurs first j Vehicles With GVWR Above 10 000 lbs or Equipped with Diesel Engine Only Inspect shields for damage or looseness Adjust or replace as required This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States j Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote ...

Page 362: ...stem installation to assure that gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections fasteners and other components are tight Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing is properly seated and the cover fits tightly Tighten connections and fasteners or replace damaged parts as necessary This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States j Di...

Page 363: ... Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 69 000 Miles 115 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j...

Page 364: ...n in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Diesel Engine Only Replace fuel filler cap if driving in dusty conditions An Emission Control Service 75 000 Miles 125 000 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 whichever occurs first See footnote j Cl...

Page 365: ...able only to vehicles sold in the United States j Diesel Engine Only Check the air intake system installation to assure that gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections fasteners and other components are tight Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing is properly seated and the cover fits tightly Tighten connections and fasteners or replace damaged parts as necessary This is...

Page 366: ...ry 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed 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 whichever occurs ...

Page 367: ...ichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote j Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Diesel Engine Only Replace engine air cleaner ...

Page 368: ...o assure that gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections fasteners and other components are tight Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing is properly seated and the cover fits tightly Tighten connections and fasteners or replace damaged parts as necessary This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States j Diesel Engine Only If...

Page 369: ...Change 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 axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Diesel Engine Only Repla...

Page 370: ...ires An Emission Control Service j Gasoline Engine Only Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle has a diesel engine if the vehicle s GVWR is over 8600 lbs or if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly o...

Page 371: ...and filter j Gasoline Engine Only Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve An Emission Control Service 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap An Emiss...

Page 372: ... will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension kingpin bushings steering linkage and rear driveline center splines A good time to check your brakes is during tire rota...

Page 373: ...additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote j Vehicles With GVWR Above 10 000 lbs or Equipped with Diesel Engine Only Inspect shields fo...

Page 374: ... only to vehicles sold in the United States j Diesel Engine Only If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan inspect hoses and ducts for proper hook up or every 12 months whichever occurs first Be sure the valve works properly This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States 22 500 Miles 37 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or ever...

Page 375: ...s See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Diesel Engine Only Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service Gasoline Engine Only See Engine Air Cleaner Filter Restriction Indicator Check in the Index j Vehicles With GVWR Above 10 000 lbs or Equip...

Page 376: ... If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan inspect hoses and ducts for proper hook up or every 12 months whichever occurs first Be sure the valve works properly This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States 37 500 Miles 62 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j...

Page 377: ...er rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Diesel Engine Only Check the air intake system installation to assure that gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections fasteners and other components are tight Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing is properly seated and the cover fits tightly Tighten connections and fasteners or replace damaged parts as neces...

Page 378: ...uch as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter at 100 000 miles 166 000 km 52 500 Miles 87 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check axle fluid level ...

Page 379: ...on in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Diesel Engine Only Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service Gasoline Engine Only See Engine Air Cleaner Filter Restriction Indicator Check in the Index j Vehicles W...

Page 380: ...ons fasteners and other components are tight Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing is properly seated and the cover fits tightly Tighten connections and fasteners or replace damaged parts as necessary This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States j Diesel Engine Only If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan inspect h...

Page 381: ... additional information See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote j Vehicles With GVWR Above 10 000 lbs or Equipped with Diesel Engine Only Inspect shields ...

Page 382: ... only to vehicles sold in the United States j Diesel Engine Only If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan inspect hoses and ducts for proper hook up or every 12 months whichever occurs first Be sure the valve works properly This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States 82 500 Miles 137 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or eve...

Page 383: ...st j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Diesel Engine Only Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service Gasoline Engine Only See Engine Air Cleaner Filter Restriction Indicator Check in the Index j Vehicles With GVWR Above 10 000 lbs Only Inspect shields for damage or looseness Adjust or replace as required This is a Noise Emission Control Service Appli...

Page 384: ...If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan inspect hoses and ducts for proper hook up or every 12 months whichever occurs first Be sure the valve works properly This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States 97 500 Miles 162 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j...

Page 385: ...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 mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission f...

Page 386: ... cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service ACTUAL SERVICED BY MILEAGE DATE ...

Page 387: ...ese underhood checks at each fuel fill Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOLR coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid ...

Page 388: ...ely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If it moves use the ratchet wheel wrench to tighten the cable See Storing the Spare Tire and Tools in the Index Gasoline Engine Only Engine Air Cleaner Filter Restriction Indicator Check Your vehicle has an indicator located on the air cleaner in the engine compartment that lets you know when the air cleaner filter is dirty and needs to be chan...

Page 389: ...en exposed to a corrosive environment Starter Switch Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps below 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake See Parking Brake in the Index if necessary NOTE Do not use the accelerator ped...

Page 390: ... NOTE Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the key to the RUN position but don t start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P your vehicle needs service Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake...

Page 391: ...ng your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only D To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake follo...

Page 392: ...ion Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fum...

Page 393: ...le in the Index A fluid loss may indicate a problem Check the axle and repair it if needed Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks Inspect other brake parts including drums wheel cylinders...

Page 394: ...gine Oil in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Engine Oil Diesel Engine Engine oil with the letters CH 4 or CG 4 is best for your vehicle The CH 4 or CG 4 designation may appear either alone or in combination with other API designations such as API CH 4 SJ CG 4 SH or CH 4 CG 4 SJ These letters show American Petroleum Institute API levels of quality To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicl...

Page 395: ...ering Fluid GM Part No 1052884 1 pint 1050017 1 quart or equivalent Automatic Transmission DEXRONR III Automatic Transmission Fluid USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Front Wheel Bearings ...

Page 396: ...Part No 12345879 or lubricant meeting requirements of GM 9985830 USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl LubriplateR Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Weatherstrip Conditioning Die...

Page 397: ...ovided 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 receipts Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 398: ...7 59 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 399: ...7 60 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 400: ...er Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 6 Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program 8 7 Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 8 Courtesy Transportation 8 9 Warranty Information 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 8 11 Reporting Safety De...

Page 401: ...ents 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 Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management Normally concerns can be quickly resolved at that level If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales service or parts manager cont...

Page 402: ... 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 please remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer s facility That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern STEP THREE Both General Motors and your dealer are c...

Page 403: ...ilable 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 discontinue its participation in this program Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Chevrolet ha...

Page 404: ...istance 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 equipment you may require for your vehicle hand controls wheelchair scooter lifts etc This program can also provide you with free resource information such as area driver assessment centers and mobi...

Page 405: ...ders 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 telephone TTY users call 1 888 889 2438 D Free towing for warranty repairs D Basic over the phone technical advice D Available dealer services at reasonable costs i e wrecker services locksmith key ...

Page 406: ... 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 quality and priority service When roadside services are required our advisors will explain any payment obligations that may be incurred for utilizing outside services For prompt assistance when calling ...

Page 407: ...ted 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 day as possible to allow for same day repair Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait Chevrolet helps minimize your inconven...

Page 408: ...le Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability All Cou...

Page 409: ...annot 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 Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE...

Page 410: ...English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Ordering Owner Publications in Canada Owner s manuals are available for purchase for all current and most past model General Motors vehicles The toll free telephone number for ordering information in Canada is 1 800 668 5539 Service manuals ...

Page 411: ... 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 publications are written directly for Owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfol...

Page 412: ...0 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 See Note Below GM CHE ORD99 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery Note to Canadian Customers All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Canadian residents are to make checks payable in U S...

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