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Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also
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Summary of Contents for 2002 TrailBlazer

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Page 3: ...2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer Owner s Manual Litho in U S A Part Number C2238 A First Edition Copyright General Motors Corporation 2000 All Rights Reserved i ...

Page 4: ... Lever Windshield Wipers Cruise Control Exterior and Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Luggage Carrier Accessory Power Outlets OnStar System If Equipped Sunroof Option HomeLink Transmitter If Equipped Instrument Panel Warning Lights and Gages Seats and Seat Controls Safety Belts Air Bag Systems Restraint Systems for Children Section 1 Section 2 Seats and Restraint Systems Features and Co...

Page 5: ...ff Road Driving Recreational Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio Cassette Player CD Player Radio Theft Deterrent Feature Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Changing a Flat Tire If You re Stuck Problems on the Road iii Section 5 Section 4 Section ...

Page 6: ...iodic Maintenance Inspections Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records Tires and Wheels Appearance Care Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers Capacities and Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Fuel Checking Fluids and Lubricants Engine Air Cleaner Filter Brakes Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...

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

Page 8: ...ral Motors of Canada Limited for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If 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 ...

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

Page 10: ...CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle may be equipped with components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols used on your vehicle are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component cont...

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Page 12: ...sity Engine Oil See Section 6 Engine Oil Dipstick See Section 6 Fuel Use unleaded only See Section 6 for octane ratings Cooling System See Section 5 Hood Release See Section 6 Windshield Washer Fluid See Section 6 Spare Tire Pressure See Section 6 Battery See Section 6 Tire Pressure See Section 6 ...

Page 13: ...4 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 15 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 15 Driver Position 1 21 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 22 Right Front Passenger Position 1 22 Air Bag Systems 1 31 Rear Seat Passengers 1 34 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 1 36 Children 1 40 Restraint Systems for Children 1 54 Older Children 1 57 Safet...

Page 14: ... you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Pull up on the lever located under the front of the manual seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever Then try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place Power Seats If Equipped If you have this feature the power seat controls are located on the outboard ...

Page 15: ...ounterclockwise to increase lumbar support and clockwise to decrease lumbar support Four Way Power Lumbar Control If Equipped If your vehicle has this feature the driver s and passenger s seatback lumbar support can be adjusted four ways by moving a single control located on the outboard side of the seat cushions To increase or decrease support hold the control forward or rearward To move the lumb...

Page 16: ...ton 2 for three seconds Each time button 1 or 2 is pressed and released while the vehicle is in PARK P the memory position will be recalled Each time a memory button is pressed a single chime will sound If you use the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter to enter your vehicle the preset driver s seat and mirror positions will be recalled if programmed to do so through the Driver I...

Page 17: ... programming information see Vehicle Programming and Personalization Features in the Index Heated Front Seats Option Your vehicle may have heated front seats The buttons used to control this feature are located on the front door armrests The engine must be running for the heated seat feature to work The horizontal button with the heated seat symbol is used to control the temperature settings high ...

Page 18: ...arward to recline the seatback To return the seatback to the normal position lift the lever without pushing rearward on the seatback and the seatback will move forward If your vehicle has power seat controls the vertical power seat control described earlier allows the seatback to recline But don t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving ...

Page 19: ... not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash On som...

Page 20: ...rease the cargo area The rear seatback handles are located on the outboard side of the rear seatbacks Pull the seatback toward you as you lift up on the handle The head restraint will automatically fold out of the way when the seatback is folded down To raise the seatbacks lift up the seatbacks and push on them until they lock into the upright position Push and pull on the seatbacks to make sure t...

Page 21: ...so 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 hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be...

Page 22: ...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 23: ...1 11 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 24: ...1 12 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 25: ...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 26: ...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 27: ...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 28: ...e 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 or crash or if you pull the b...

Page 29: ...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 30: ...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 31: ... 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 32: ...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 33: ...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 34: ...r Bag Systems Thispartexplains thefrontal andsideimpactair bagsystems Your vehicle has four air bags a frontal air bag for the driver another frontal air bag for the right front passenger a side impact air bag for the driver and another side impact air bag for the right front passenger Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating frontal air bag Bu...

Page 35: ...hes where something hits the side of your vehicle They aren t designed to inflate in frontal in rollover or in rear crashes Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there s an air bag for that person CAUTION Both frontal and side impact air bags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye If you re too close to an inflating air bag as you would be if ...

Page 36: ...tem 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 There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the air bag symbol The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if the...

Page 37: ...the Air Bag Systems Work Where are the air bags The driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side ...

Page 38: ...6 The driver s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door The right front passenger s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger s seatback closest to the door ...

Page 39: ... that doesn t move or deform the threshold level is about 9 to 16 mph 14 to 26 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The driver s and right front passenger s frontal air bags are not designed to infl...

Page 40: ...ument panel and the side of the front seatbacks closest to the door How does an air bag restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel In moderate to severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle The air bag supplements the protection provided by safety belts Air bag...

Page 41: ...ated air bags Air bag inflation doesn t prevent the driver from seeing or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an air bag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so...

Page 42: ...The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air bag inflation and driver s safety belt usage at deployment The module also records speed engine rpm brake and throttle data D Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag systems Improper service can mean that an air bag system won t work properly See your dealer for service NOTICE If you damage th...

Page 43: ...ce You can be injured if you are close to an air bag when it inflates Avoid yellow connectors They are probably part of the air bag systems Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The air bag systems do not need regular maintenance Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident stati...

Page 44: ...h 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 thebelt isnot longenough 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 you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull dow...

Page 45: ...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 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 To unl...

Page 46: ...guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each of the outside passenger positions in the rear seat 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 belt 1 Slide the guide off of its sto...

Page 47: ...elastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top ...

Page 48: ...eryone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Infants and Young Children Every time infants ...

Page 49: ...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 50: ...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 51: ...fants 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 the 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 ...

Page 52: ... 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 53: ...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 54: ...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 55: ... front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat outside position CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued You may secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it wi...

Page 56: ... child restraints have a top strap and that the strap be anchored In the United States some child restraints also have a top strap If your child restraint has a top strap it should be anchored Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Raise the he...

Page 57: ...top strap tethers Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System Your vehicle may have the LATCH system If it does you ll find anchors A in the rear outside seat positions To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system each seating position with the LATCH system will have two metal tabs where the seat cushion meets the seatback ...

Page 58: ...ng child restraint that has attaching points B at its base and a top tether anchor C or a rear facing child restraint that has attaching points B as shown here With this system use the LATCH system instead of the vehicle s safety belts to secure a child restraint ...

Page 59: ...ng a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 Find the anchors for the seating position you want to use where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Attach the anchor points on the child restraint to the anchors in the vehicle The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 If the child restraint is forward facing attach th...

Page 60: ...raint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The 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 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positi...

Page 61: ...g a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be 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 lar...

Page 62: ...ild restraints in this position The restraints won t work properly Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat Here s why ...

Page 63: ...bout the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Seats in the Index 2 Put the restraint on the se...

Page 64: ... 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 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock ...

Page 65: ...ur 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 66: ...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 In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckle...

Page 67: ...der belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case 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 ...

Page 68: ...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 69: ... 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 70: ...ine 2 21 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 22 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 26 Four Wheel Drive If Equipped 2 30 Parking Brake 2 31 Shifting Into PARK P 2 33 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 33 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 34 Engine Exhaust 2 34 Running Your Engine While You re Parked 2 35 Locking Rear Axle 2 36 Tilt Wheel 2 36 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 2 44 Exterior Lamps 2 47 Interior La...

Page 71: ...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 72: ...xpress Down Window The driver s and front passenger s window switches have an express down feature that allows you to lower the window without holding the switch down Press the bottom of the driver s window switch down briefly to activate the express down feature Lightly tap the switch to open the window slightly The express down feature can be interrupted at any time by pressing the top of the sw...

Page 73: ...cle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with children ...

Page 74: ...in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using this number Your selling dealer should also have this number NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent theft But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your key inside You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in So be sure you have an extra k...

Page 75: ... by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it D Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle You can use the remote keyless entry system You can use your key t...

Page 76: ...llowing is the list of available programming options D Mode 1 All doors lock when the transmission is shifted into gear D Mode 2 All doors lock when the vehicle speed is greater than 8 mph 13 km h D Mode 3 No automatic door locking The automatic door locks were pre programmed at the factory to lock all the doors when the transmission is shifted into gear The following instructions detail how to pr...

Page 77: ...urning the ignition to RUN the locks will automatically lock and unlock and the horn will chirp twice to indicate that you are leaving the program mode If the lock unlock switches are not pressed while in the programming mode the current auto lock unlock setting will not be modified See your dealer for more information Programmable Unlocking Feature The following is the list of available programmi...

Page 78: ...ll have 30 seconds to begin programming If you exceed the 30 second limit the locks will automatically lock and unlock and the horn will chirp twice to indicate that you have left the program mode If this occurs repeat the procedure beginning with Step 1 to re enter the programming mode You can exit the program mode any time by turning the ignition to RUN the locks will automatically lock and unlo...

Page 79: ...open and the key is in the ignition all the doors will lock and then the driver s door will unlock Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle take your key open your door and set the locks from inside Then get out and close the door Remote Keyless Entry System If Equipped If your vehicle has this feature you can lock and unlock your doors from about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m away using...

Page 80: ...cles or objects may be blocking the signal Take a few steps to the left or right hold the transmitter higher and try again D Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See the instructions that follow D If you re still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Operation Unlock When you press unlock the driver s door will unlock automatically the parking lamps...

Page 81: ...ransmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have only four transmitters matched to it Battery Replacement Under normal use the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works it s probably ...

Page 82: ...n because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the liftgate or liftglass open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the liftgate or liftglass D Make sure all other windows are shut D Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to ...

Page 83: ...tglass The liftgate cannot be opened if the liftglass is opened To open the entire liftgate lift the handle located in the center of the liftgate Emergency Release for Opening Liftgate 1 Remove the trim plug to expose the access hole in the trim panel 2 Use a screwdriver to reach through the access hole in the trim panel 3 Pry the left release lever up to the unlock position Pry the right release ...

Page 84: ...ng at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your valuables out of sight Put them in a storage area or take them with you Parking Lots Even if you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle it s still best to lock it up and take your keys But what if you have to leave your ignition key What if you have to leave something valuable in you...

Page 85: ... the horn will sound for 30 seconds then will turn off to save the battery power Remember the theft deterrent system won t activate if you lock the doors with a key or use the manual door lock It activates only if you use a power door lock switch with the door open or with the remote keyless entry transmitter You should also remember that you can start your vehicle with the correct ignition key if...

Page 86: ...rn works The horn fuse may be blown To replace the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index If the alarm does not sound or the headlamps do not flash the vehicle should be serviced by your dealer PasslockR Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock theft deterrent system Passlock is a passive theft deterrent system Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid ...

Page 87: ...e Assistance in the Index New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your vehicle doesn t need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines D Keep your speed at 55 mph 88 km h or less for the first 500 miles 805 km D Don t drive at any one speed fast or slow for the first 500 miles 805 km Don t make full throttle starts D Avoid making hard stops for the first 20...

Page 88: ...ll the way in Turn the key only with your hand Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch If none of this works then your vehicle needs service B Accessory This position lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off NOTICE Don t operate accessories in the ACCESSORY position for long periods of time Prolonged operation of accessories in...

Page 89: ... shift to PARK P if your vehicle is moving If you do you could damage the transmission Shift to PARK P only when your vehicle is stopped 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm NOTICE Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery t...

Page 90: ...n do the same thing but this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds This clears the extra gasoline from the engine NOTICE Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform properly E...

Page 91: ...on cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you don t it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on the outside temperature the kind of oil you have and some other things Instead of trying to list everything here we ask that you co...

Page 92: ...to PARK P in the Index If you re pulling a 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 You have to fully apply the regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition key is in RUN If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever pr...

Page 93: ...or 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 DRIVE D should not be used when towing a trailer carrying a heavy load driving on steep hills or for off road driving Select THIRD 3 when operating the vehicle under any of these conditions THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal drivin...

Page 94: ... hold the vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transmission Use the brakes or shift into PARK P to hold the vehicle in position on a hill Shift Lock Release This vehicle is equipped with a shift lock release system If your vehicle has a dead battery and you need to have your vehicle towed there is a shift lock release lever that will allow you to move th...

Page 95: ...rive You should use two wheel drive 2HI for most normal driving conditions NOTICE Driving in the 4HI or 4LO positions for a long time on dry or wet pavement could shorten the life of your vehicle s drivetrain Automatic Transfer Case If Equipped If your vehicle is equipped with the automatic transfer case the transfer case knob is located to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel U...

Page 96: ...choose 4LO if you are driving off road in deep sand deep mud and climbing or descending steep hills CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P You or someone else could be seriously injured Be sure to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in NEUTRAL See Parking Brake in the Index NEUTRAL Shift the vehicle s tr...

Page 97: ...ssion into gear If you knob to 4LO when your vehicle is in gear and or moving the 4LO indicator light will flash for 30 seconds and not complete the shift unless your vehicle is moving less than 2 mph 3 2 km h and the transmission is in NEUTRAL N After 30 seconds the transfer case will return to the setting last chosen Shifting Out of 4LO To shift from 4LO to 4HI A4WD or 2HI your vehicle must be s...

Page 98: ... one second then shift the transmission to DRIVE D for one second 8 Turn the ignition to LOCK 9 Place the transmission shift lever to PARK P 10 Release the parking brake prior to towing Shifting Out of NEUTRAL To shift the transfer case out of NEUTRAL 1 Set the parking brake and apply the regular brake pedal 2 Start the vehicle with the transmission in PARK P 3 Turn the transfer case knob to the d...

Page 99: ... parking brake lever up until you can press in the button at the end of the lever Hold the button in as you move the parking brake lever all the way down NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your parking brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle If you are towing a trailer and you must park on a hill see Towing a Trailer in ...

Page 100: ...RK P if your transfer case is in NEUTRAL So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL See Four Wheel Drive Automatic Transfer Case in the Index Always put the shift lever fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever i...

Page 101: ...ve moved the shift lever into PARK P hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you or pressing the button on a console shift lever 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 ...

Page 102: ...ain brake application Then press the shift lever button and 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 LOCK 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 vehicle fixed as soon as possible Parking Ove...

Page 103: ... coming into your vehicle D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and D Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not to park with 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 Caut...

Page 104: ...your shift lever is in PARK P if your transfer case is in NEUTRAL So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL See Four Wheel Drive Automatic Transfer Case in the Index 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 your vehicle has this feature you...

Page 105: ...tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving 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 Flash to Pass Fe...

Page 106: ...s you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows flash more quickly than normal a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t 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 the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index and for burned out bulbs If you have a trailer towing option with...

Page 107: ...ass Feature This feature lets you use your high beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass It works even if your headlamps are in the automatic position To use it pull the turn signal lever toward you then release it If your headlamps are in the automatic position or on low beam your high beam headlamps will turn on They ll stay on as long as you hold the lever toward ...

Page 108: ...o the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become worn or damaged get new blades or blade inserts RainsensetWipers If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with Rainsense windshield wipers When active these wipers are able to detect moisture on the windshield and automatically turn on the wipers The moisture sensor is located next to the inside rearview mirror and is mounted ...

Page 109: ... Rear Window Washer Wiper This control is located to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel To turn the rear wiper on turn the control to either 1 2 or 3 For delayed wiping turn the control to 1 or 2 For steady wiping turn the control to 3 To turn the wiper off turn the control to 0 To wash the rear window press the washer symbol located in the center of the control The rear windo...

Page 110: ... speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h If you apply your brakes the cruise control will shut off CAUTION D Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic D Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose...

Page 111: ...ot go down United States Canada The CRUISE light on the instrument panel cluster will illuminate when the cruise control is engaged 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 br...

Page 112: ... about 1 mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow 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 hil...

Page 113: ...ymbol to turn off the lamps and put the system in automatic headlamp mode Automatic Headlamp System When it is dark enough outside your automatic headlamp system will turn on your headlamps at the normal brightness along with other lamps such as the taillamps sidemarker parking lamps and the instrument panel lights The radio lights will also be on Your vehicle is equipped with a light sensor on th...

Page 114: ...ing lamps are manually turned on the driver s door is open and your ignition is in LOCK or ACCESSORY To turn the tone off turn the knob all the way counterclockwise In the automatic mode the headlamps turn off once the ignition key is in LOCK Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many diff...

Page 115: ...he automatic mode press the dome override button four times within six seconds the chime will sound or turn the ignition to LOCK and then to RUN again As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it Fog Lamps Use your fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions Your ignition must be in RUN for your fog lamps to work The fog lamp button is located on...

Page 116: ...matic operation press the button again The dome lamps will come on when you open a door This will override the illuminated entry feature unless you use your keyless entry transmitter to unlock the vehicle Press the dome lamp override button four times to override the automatic headlamps and Daytime Running Lamps DRL Illuminated Entry Your vehicle is equipped with an illuminated entry feature When ...

Page 117: ...b all the way up to the top detent position In this position the dome lamps will remain on until they are turned off Battery Run Down Protection This feature shuts off the dome courtesy vanity reading glove box and underhood lamps if they are left on for more than 20 minutes when the ignition is off This will keep your battery from running down If the battery run down protection shuts off the inte...

Page 118: ...hen turned on an electrochromic mirror automatically dims to the proper level to minimize glare from any headlamps behind you after dark The automatic dimming feature is turned on and off by pressing the far left button located on the lower part of the mirror face for up to three seconds A light on the mirror will be lit when the feature is turned on It will go out when the feature is turned off C...

Page 119: ...during a long distance cross country trip it will be necessary to adjust for compass variance Compass variance is the difference between earth s magnetic north and true geographic north If not adjusted to account for compass variance your compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance do the following 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the map 2 Press and ho...

Page 120: ...ic Dimming Feature When turned on an electrochromic mirror automatically dims to the proper level to minimize glare from any headlamps behind you after dark The automatic dimming feature is turned on and off by pressing the far left button located on the lower part of the mirror face for up to three seconds A light on the mirror will be lit when the feature is turned on It will go out when the fea...

Page 121: ... or less until the display shows CAL or D drive the vehicle on your everyday routine This method may take longer to calibrate Compass Variance The mirror is set to zone eight upon leaving the factory It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight Under certain circumstances such as during a long distance cross country trip it will be ne...

Page 122: ... pressing the on off button Once you find your zone number release the button After about four seconds the mirror will return to the compass and temperature display and the new zone number will be set Outside Mirrors Adjust your outside mirrors so you can see a little of the side of your vehicle Fold the mirrors in before before entering a car wash To do this pull the mirrors in toward the vehicle...

Page 123: ...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 or left lane you could hit a vehicle Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Heated Outside Rearview Mirrors When you operate the rear window defogger a defogger also warms the ...

Page 124: ...ror to tilt to a preselected position when the vehicle is in REVERSE R This feature may be useful in allowing you to view the curb when you are parallel parking When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE R and a short delay has occurred the passenger s and or driver s mirror will return to its original position To change the preselected tilt position adjust the mirrors to the desired position whil...

Page 125: ...e Recorder If Equipped The overhead console may also contain a travel note recorder To record a message press the button with the circle on it and begin speaking Press the button with the circle on it again to stop recording You may also press and hold the button with the circle on it while you are speaking and then let it go when you are finished To play back messages press the button with the ri...

Page 126: ...g components D Rear Seat Audio Controls D Rear Seat Accessory Power Outlets D Fan Control For more information on these components please see the Index for that item If your vehicle has the center armrest compartment lift the cover to expose the storage area which includes slots for cassettes or compact discs Convenience Net If Equipped You may have a convenience net in the rear of your vehicle to...

Page 127: ... the posts into the sockets on the inside of the vehicle to secure it To remove the cargo cover do the following 1 Release the cover from the latch posts and carefully roll it back up 2 Compress one endcap and remove it from the pocket in the trim panel 3 Remove the cargo cover from the other endcap so that you can remove the shade from the vehicle CAUTION An improperly stored cargo cover could be...

Page 128: ... the rear floor stowage lid properly Your vehicle has a rear floor stowage lid located in the rear cargo area that allows you to put items underneath it To remove the rear floor stowage lid do the following 1 Press the latch release and lift up the latch handle 2 Raise the lid slightly to unhook it 3 Pull the lid rearward to release it from the forward mounting tabs To reinstall the rear floor sto...

Page 129: ...s down These let you load some other things on top of your vehicle as long as they are not wider or longer than the luggage carrier To slide the crossrails to where you want them pull up on the lever on each side of the crossrail This will release the crossrail and allow you to slide it When the crossrail is where you want it press down on the lever to lock it into place NOTICE Loading cargo that ...

Page 130: ...ered bin out of the cupholder To use the lighter press it in all the way and let go When it s ready it will pop back out by itself NOTICE Don t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating If you do it won t be able to back away from the heating element when it s ready That can make it overload damaging the lighter and the heating element Sun Visors To block out glare you can pul...

Page 131: ...e compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adaptor fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on the accessory power outlets NOTICE Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle can damage it or keep other things from working as they should This wouldn t be covered by your warranty Check with your dealer before adding elec...

Page 132: ...d redial This ensures connection to the center there is no additional action required Press the Call Answer End button to cancel the automatic redial Emergency Button In an emergency situation press the emergency service button Upon receiving the call an advisor at the center will locate your vehicle and assess the situation If necessary the advisor will alert the nearest emergency service provide...

Page 133: ...s functioning properly If you cannot contact the advisor take your vehicle to your dealership as soon as possible for assistance Safety and Security Services Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment If an air bag deploys a priority emergency signal is automatically sent to the center An advisor will locate your vehicle s position try to contact you and assist you in the situation If the center...

Page 134: ... ONSTAR You will be required to provide your security information An advisor will send a command to your vehicle to sound the horn and or flash the lamps In order to provide you with excellent service calls with the OnStar Center may be monitored or recorded Premium Services Includes Safety and Security Services Route Support An advisor can provide directions or guidance to anywhere you want to go...

Page 135: ... an accident and the OnStar or vehicle electrical system components are damaged Safety and security services are provided by existing governmental emergency service providers OnStar will use reasonable efforts to contact the appropriate emergency service provider and request assistance but cannot promise that they will respond to the call in a timely manner or at all Sunroof Option Your vehicle ma...

Page 136: ...ther than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment Programming the HomeLink Transmitter Do not use the HomeLink Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse feature This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door you are programming It is ...

Page 137: ... at 1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com Be sure to keep the original hand held transmitter in case you need to erase and reprogram HomeLink Training a Garage Door Opener with a Rolling Code Feature If Equipped If you have not previously programmed the hand held transmitter to HomeLink see Programming the HomeLink Transmitter listed previously If you have completed this programmin...

Page 138: ... your hand held transmitter every two seconds until HomeLink is trained Operating the HomeLink Transmitter Press and hold the appropriate button on HomeLink for at least half of a second The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted Erasing Channels To erase all three programmed channels hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash approximat...

Page 139: ...2 70 The Instrument Panel Your Information System ...

Page 140: ...gnal Multifunction Lever D Instrument Panel Cluster E Ignition Switch F Transfer Case Controls If Equipped or Traction Control Button If Equipped G Rear Window Washer Wiper H Audio System I Comfort Controls J Hood Release K Ashtray L Shift Lever M Lighter N Accessory Power Outlet O Rear Window Defogger P Glove Box ...

Page 141: ...ster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you ve used and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically United States version shown Canada similar ...

Page 142: ...ur vehicle needs a new odometer installed The new one will be set to the correct millage total of the old odometer Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero The trip odometer is part of the Driver Information Center DIC For information on how to reset the trip odometer see Driver Information Center DIC in the Inde...

Page 143: ...ons Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you what to do about it Please follow this manual s advice Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous So please get to know y...

Page 144: ...is ready If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the air bag system may not be working properly The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even in...

Page 145: ...a generator drive belt or another electrical problem Have it checked right away Driving while this light is on could drain your battery If you must drive a short distance with the light on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Voltmeter Gage When your engine is not running but the ignition is on in RUN this gage shows your battery s state of charge in DC...

Page 146: ...ccessories 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 when you set your parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn t release fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it mea...

Page 147: ...till on after you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds That s normal If the light stays on or comes on when you re driving your vehicle needs service If the regular brake system warning light isn t on ...

Page 148: ... vehicle under normal driving conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible See Engine Overheating in the Index for more information Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada United States Canada Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel igniti...

Page 149: ...TICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty NOTICE Modifications made to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original...

Page 150: ...he amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light stops flashing and remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If ...

Page 151: ... diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Here are some things you need to know in order to he...

Page 152: ... that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty Oil pressure may vary with engine speed outside temperature and oil viscosity but readings above the low pressure zone indicate the normal operating range A reading in the low...

Page 153: ...t United States Canada This light will come on briefly when you turn the key toward 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 system Your vehicle will not be prot...

Page 154: ...ormance may occur The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed when the reduced engine power light is on but acceleration and speed may be reduced The performance may be reduced until the next time you drive your vehicle If this light stays on see your dealer as soon as possible for diagnosis and repair This light may also come on if there is a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control ETC syst...

Page 155: ...Malfunctions can be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent which may prevent serious damage to the vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing a malfunction Check Gages Light United States Canada 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 chec...

Page 156: ... your liftgate or liftglass is ajar Try closing the liftgate or liftglass again Never drive with the liftgate or liftglass even partially open Fuel Gage United States Canada When the ignition is on the fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have remaining ...

Page 157: ...ted 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 back to empty when you turn off the ignition Low Fuel Light United States Canada The light next to the fuel gage will come on briefly when you are starting the engine This light comes on when the fuel...

Page 158: ...ertain functions and turns off or acknowledges messages on the DIC DIC Operation and Displays The DIC comes on when the ignition is on After a short delay the DIC will display the current driver and the information that was last displayed before the engine was turned off If a problem is detected a warning message will appear on the display Pressing the select button will acknowledge any current wa...

Page 159: ...r If you press and hold the reset stem for four seconds the display will show the distance traveled since the last ignition cycle Timer The DIC can be used as a stopwatch Press the select button while TIMER is displayed to start the timer The display will show the amount of time that has passed since the timer was last reset not including time the ignition is off Time will continue to be counted a...

Page 160: ...ing from that point If the average fuel economy is not reset it will be continually updated each time you drive Instant Fuel Economy Press the fuel information button until INST appears in the display Instant fuel economy is how many miles per gallon your vehicle is at the particular moment in time The instant fuel economy cannot be reset GM Oil Life Systemt Press the fuel information button until...

Page 161: ...an program certain features to a preferred setting for up to two people Press the personalization button to scroll through the following personalization features All of the personalization options may not be available on your vehicle Only the options available will be displayed on your DIC D ALARM WARNING TYPE D AUTOMATIC LOCKING D AUTOMATIC UNLOCKING D SEAT POSITION RECALL If Equipped D PERIMETER...

Page 162: ...e For more information on alarm warning type see Content Theft Deterrent in the Index Automatic Locking Press the personalization button until AUTOMATIC LOCKING appears in the display To select your personalization for automatic locking press the select button while AUTOMATIC LOCKING is displayed on the DIC Pressing the select button will scroll through the following choices D LOCK DOORS OUT OF PA...

Page 163: ...s shifted into PARK P Choose one of the four options and press the personalization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature For more information on automatic door locks see Programmable Automatic Door Locks in the Index Seat Position Recall If Equipped Press the personalization button until SEAT POSITION RECALL appears in the display To select your perso...

Page 164: ...he two options and press the personalization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature Remote Lock Feedback Press the personalization button until REMOTE LOCK FEEDBACK appears in the display To select your personalization for the feedback you will receive when locking the vehicle with the remote keyless entry transmitter press the select button while REMO...

Page 165: ...scroll through the following choices D UNLOCK FEEDBACK LAMPS default D UNLOCK FEEDBACK BOTH D UNLOCK FEEDBACK OFF D UNLOCK FEEDBACK HORN If you choose lamps the parking lamps will flash each time you press the button with the unlock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter If you choose both the parking lamps will flash each time you press the button with the unlock symbol on the remote keyl...

Page 166: ...personalization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature Tilt Mirror in Reverse If Equipped Press the personalization button until TILT MIRROR IN REVERSE appears in the display To select your personalization for tilt mirror in reverse press the select button while TILT MIRROR IN REVERSE is displayed on the DIC Pressing the select button will scroll throu...

Page 167: ...button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature For more information on seat position exit see Memory Seat and Mirrors in the Index Display Units ENG MET Press the personalization button until DISPLAY UNITS appears in the display To select English or metric press the select button while DISPLAY UNITS is displayed on the DIC Pressing the select button will scrol...

Page 168: ... and the trip information button and the same time The DIC will begin scrolling through the languages in their particular language English will be in English French will be in French and so on When you see the language that you would like release both buttons The DIC will then display the information in the language you chose Choose one of the eight options and press the personalization button whi...

Page 169: ... PARK P to allow the coolant to reach a safe temperature This message will clear when the coolant temperature drops to a safe operating temperature ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE If Equipped If the engine cooling system reaches unsafe temperatures for operation this message will appear in the DIC and you will hear a chime Stop and turn off the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so to avoid severe ...

Page 170: ...ction lever to the off position Pressing the select button will acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display REAR ACCESS OPEN If the liftgate or liftglass is open while the ignition is in RUN this message will appear on the DIC and you will hear a chime Turn off the vehicle and check the liftgate and liftglass Restart the vehicle and check for the message on the DIC display Pressing ...

Page 171: ...age will clear when the fluid temperature reaches a safe level ICE POSSIBLE If the outside temperature reaches a level where ice could form on the roadway this message may appear on the DIC If the temperature rises to a safe level the message will clear Pressing the select button will acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display DRIVER DOOR AJAR If the driver s door is not fully clos...

Page 172: ...f the passenger s side rear door is not fully closed this message will appear on the display and you will hear a chime Stop and turn off the vehicle check the door for obstacles and close the door again Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC Pressing the select button will acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display RFA BATTERY LOW If a remote keyless entry transmitter...

Page 173: ...l 3 24 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System RDS and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 32 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System RDS and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 44 AM FM Stereo with 6 Disc Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System RDS If Equipped 3 55 Rear Seat Audio If Equipped 3 56 Theft...

Page 174: ...d by the transmitter used to enter the vehicle After the button with the unlock symbol on a remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed the climate control will adjust to the last settings of the identified driver The settings can also be changed by pressing one of the memory buttons 1 or 2 located on the driver s door When adjustments are made the new settings are automatically saved for that dri...

Page 175: ...ever downward to lower the temperature This lever also adjusts the temperature to the rear seat outlets Mode Knob The knob on the right side of the control panel has several settings to control the direction of airflow Panel Selecting panel mode will deliver air to the instrument panel outlets Bi Level Selecting bi level mode will deliver warmer air to the floor and cooler air to the instrument pa...

Page 176: ...rn off when recirculation is selected in these modes While in the recirculation mode the windows may fog when the weather is cold and damp To clear the fog select either the blend or defrost mode and increase the fan speed Air Conditioning Press this button to turn the air conditioning compressor on and off The system will cool and dehumidify the air inside the vehicle when the air conditioning co...

Page 177: ...y will show the temperature increasing as you turn the knob clockwise When this knob is adjusted only the word PASS will be displayed under the temperature setting The temperature to the rear seat area is controlled by using this knob Once this knob is used the passenger s set temperature will remain independent of the driver s until the ignition has been turned off Fan Switch The switch with the ...

Page 178: ... you choose the temperature setting of 60_F 15_C the system will remain at the maximum cooling setting and fan speed If you choose the temperature setting of 90_F 32_C the system will remain at the maximum heat setting and fan speed Choosing either maximum setting will not cause the system to heat or cool any faster Be careful not to cover the sensor located on the top of the instrument panel near...

Page 179: ...elect recirculation while in defrost defog or floor the light on the button will flash and go out to let you know this is not allowed This is to prevent fogging When the weather is cool or damp operating the system in recirculation for extended periods of time may cause fogging of the vehicle s windows To clear the fog select either defog or FRONT defrost Be sure A C OFF is not selected to allow t...

Page 180: ...vel to deliver warm air to the floor and cooler air to the instrument panel outlets To warm or cool the air delivered turn the temperature control to the desired setting Heating If you have the manual system on cold days use floor with the temperature lever in the red area If you have the automatic system press AUTO and adjust the temperature by turning the temperature knob clockwise or counterclo...

Page 181: ...e lines you see on the rear window warm the glass Press the button to start warming your window A light will glow in the button while the defogger is working If your vehicle is equipped with heated mirrors this button will activate them After 10 minutes it will turn off by itself or press the button during the heating cycle to turn it off If you need additional warming time press the button again ...

Page 182: ...urn the rear comfort controls on and off Use the mode knob to change the direction of airflow upper bi level or floor to the rear seat area If your vehicle has the rear seat audio system the lower buttons are used to adjust the rear seat comfort controls The temperature of the air coming through the rear outlets is determined by the front passenger s temperature setting The button with the up and ...

Page 183: ...y air delivery mode and any fan speed Your vehicle has air outlets that allow you to adjust the direction and amount of airflow inside the vehicle Move the louvers up or down and move the control in the center of each outlet side to side to direct the air from the outlet Use the thumbwheel next to or underneath the outlet to close the louvers For the most efficient airflow and temperature control ...

Page 184: ...reduces the chance of fogging your windows If you have the automatic system the AUTO setting will do this for you Manual operation of the automatic system in the floor mode will also supply air through the floor outlets D Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle Comfort Control Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped If your vehicle h...

Page 185: ...n or off The clock symbol will appear on the display in time set mode To set the clock to the time of an FM station broadcasting Radio Data System RDS information press and hold HR and MN at the same time for two seconds until UPDATED and the clock symbol appear on the display If the time is not available from the station NO UPDAT will appear on the display instead RDS clock time is broadcast once...

Page 186: ...his control to choose radio stations Pressing this control will also display an RDS station frequency or program type when the radio is on Pressing this control when the ignition is off will display the clock ASEEK PSCAN To seek press the right arrow to tune to the next station and the left arrow to tune to the previous station and stay there To scan your preset stations press and hold one of the ...

Page 187: ...E LIST AUDIO To adjust the bass press and release the P TYPE LIST AUDIO control until BASS appears on the display Then turn the control clockwise to increase bass and counterclockwise to decrease bass The display will show the bass level To set the bass to the middle position press and hold the P TYPE LIST AUDIO control The radio will produce one beep and set the display level to the middle positi...

Page 188: ...ns listed previously to program the auto tone feature Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade To adjust the balance press and release the P TYPE LIST AUDIO control until BAL appears on the display Turn the control clockwise to move the sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise to move the sound to the left speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers To set the balance t...

Page 189: ...ncements concerning local and national emergencies and D receive and display messages from radio stations RDS features are only available on FM stations that broadcast RDS information The RDS features on your radio rely on receiving specific RDS information from these stations These features will only work when the RDS information is available In rare cases a radio station may broadcast incorrect ...

Page 190: ...DS broadcaster of the selected program type If the radio cannot find the desired program type NONE will appear on the display and the radio will return to the last station you were listening to AM FM The AM FM button operates the alternate frequency feature This feature allows the radio to switch automatically to a stronger station with the same programming Alternate frequency is off by default fr...

Page 191: ...ree seconds until the message is completed To scroll through the message at your own speed press the INFO button again for less than one second A new group of words will appear on the display Once the complete message has been displayed the INFO icon will disappear from the display until another new message is received The old message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button until a new messag...

Page 192: ... will show TAPE and an arrow showing which side of the tape is playing If you want to insert a tape when the ignition is off first press EJT or TUNE DISP If an error appears on the display see Radio Cassette Tape Messages later in this section 1 PREV Press this button or the left SEEK PSCAN arrow to go to the previous selection on the tape if the selection has been playing for less than three seco...

Page 193: ...The radio will play the last selected station while the tape advances The station frequency and 4 FWD will appear on the display You may select stations during forward operation by using TUNE DISP and the SEEK PSCAN arrows 5 SIDE Press this button to play the other side of the tape 6 DRDM Press this button to reduce background noise NR ON will appear on the display Press it again to turn Dolby off...

Page 194: ... tape sensing feature to enable play of some tape head cleaners and portable CD adapters The radio will display READY and flash the cassette icon The tight loose tape sensing feature will then be disabled until the next time a cassette is ejected CD Adapter Kits It is possible to use a portable CD player adapter kit with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape pl...

Page 195: ... and repeat If the hubs do not turn easily your tape may be damaged and should not be used in the player Try a new tape to make sure your player is working properly D The tape is broken Try a new tape D The tape is wrapped around the tape head Attempt to get the cassette out Try a new tape CLEAN If this message appears on the display the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play ...

Page 196: ...appear on the display Each time you press AUTO VOL another volume setting LOW MEDIUM HIGH or OFF will appear on the display The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive Each volume setting allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds NONE will appear on the display if the radio cannot determine the vehicle speed If you don t want to use SCV select OFF Finding a...

Page 197: ...annel number P1 through P6 will appear with the frequency In FM mode this function will scan through the current band such as FM1 or FM2 Setting Preset Stations 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 AM FM to select the band 3 Tune in the desired sta...

Page 198: ...o decrease treble The display will show the treble level If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To set treble to the middle position press and hold P TYPE LIST AUDIO control The radio will produce one beep and set the display level to the middle position To set all tone and speaker controls to the middle position press and hold the P TYPE LIST AUDIO control when no tone ...

Page 199: ... the sound to the front speakers and counterclockwise to move the sound to the rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers To set the fade to the middle position press the P TYPE LIST AUDIO control briefly then press it again and hold it until the radio emits one beep The fade will be set to the middle position and the display will show the speaker balance To set all ...

Page 200: ...ions are station name station frequency PTY and the name of the program if available Pressing and holding this control will activate the RDS default display Accessing RDS To access RDS stations perform the following steps 1 Push the SEEK TYPE button or turn the P TYPE LIST AUDIO control to display the program type list 2 Turn the control either clockwise or counterclockwise to select a program typ...

Page 201: ...ement 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 INFO If the current station has a message the INFO icon will appear on the display These text messages are from the RDS broadcaster to the listening public and may be gen...

Page 202: ...If an error appears on the display see Radio Compact Disc Messages later in this section 1 PREV Press this button or the left SEEK PSCAN arrow to go to the previous track if the current selection has been playing for less than eight seconds If the 1 PREV button or the left SEEK PSCAN arrow is pressed and the current selection has been playing for more than eight seconds it will go to the beginning...

Page 203: ...f either of the SEEK PSCAN arrows is held or pressed more then once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD TUNE DISP Press this control to see how long the current track has been playing ET and the elapsed time will appear on the display To change what is normally shown on the display track or elapsed time press the control until you see the display you want then hold t...

Page 204: ...smooth or the temperature returns to normal the disc should play If the disc comes out it could be one of the following D The disc is upside down D It is dirty scratched or wet D It is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected please contact your dealer AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data S...

Page 205: ... press the AUTO VOL button until AVOL OFF appears on the display Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display will show your selection TUNE DISP Turn this control to choose radio stations Pressing this control will also display an RDS station frequency or program type when the radio is on Pressing this control when the ignition is off will display the cloc...

Page 206: ... until BASS appears on the display Then turn the control clockwise to increase bass and counterclockwise to decrease bass The display will show the bass level To set the bass to the middle position press and hold the P TYPE LIST AUDIO control The radio will produce one beep and set the display level to the middle position To set all tone and speaker controls to the middle position press and hold t...

Page 207: ... listening to the radio the cassette tape or CD player Press the AUTO TONE button to scroll through your choices Select TALK when listening to non musical material such as news talk shows sports broadcasts and books on tape This setting makes spoken words sound very clear Select DRIVER to give the driver the best possible sound qualities Select NORMAL to enhance the stereo effect Select SPATIAL to...

Page 208: ...ntrol when no tone or speaker control is active The radio will produce one beep and display ALL with the level display in the middle position Using RDS Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System RDS RDS is a system that sends data along with the audio of the FM station you are currently tuned to You can use RDS to display program information and to control your radio With RDS the radio...

Page 209: ...ncrease volume when RDS interrupts regular play Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume P TYPE LIST AUDIO Turn this control clockwise or counterclockwise to select the Program Type PTY you want to listen to TYPE and a PTY will appear on the display Press the SEEK TYPE button and the radio will seek to the first RDS broadcaster of the selected program type If the radio cannot find the desired p...

Page 210: ...ree seconds until the message is completed To scroll through the message at your own speed press the INFO button again for less than one second A new group of words will appear on the display Once the complete message has been displayed the INFO icon will disappear from the display until another new message is received The old message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button until a new messag...

Page 211: ... will show TAPE and an arrow showing which side of the tape is playing If you want to insert a tape when the ignition is off first press EJT or DISP If an error appears on the display see Cassette Tape Messages later in this section 1 PREV Press this button or the left SEEK PSCAN arrow to go to the previous selection on the tape if the selection has been playing for less than three seconds If the ...

Page 212: ...ress this button to play the other side of the tape 6 DRDM Press this button to reduce background noise NR ON will appear on the display Press it again to turn Dolby off NR OFF will appear on the display Dolby 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 ASEEK P...

Page 213: ...ay the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index After you clean the player press and hold the cassette eject button for five seconds to reset the CLEAN indicator The radio display will display CLEANED to show the indicator was reset If an...

Page 214: ...yer will continue moving forward through the disc The sound will mute while seeking 3 REV Press and hold this button to reverse quickly within a track Press and hold this button for less than two seconds to reverse at six times the normal playing speed Press and hold it for more than two seconds to reverse at 17 times the normal playing speed Release it to play the passage The display will show ET...

Page 215: ...ill play Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first Compact Disc Messages Err If you re driving on a very rough road or if it s very hot the disc may not play and Err error may appear on the display When the road becomes smooth or the temperature returns to normal the disc should play If the disc co...

Page 216: ...el Press this button to select MIN MED MAX or OFF Each choice allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Then as you drive automatic volume automatically increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any particular speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive If you don t want to use automatic volume select OFF If your vehicle has the Bose radi...

Page 217: ...n four seconds PRESET SCAN will appear on the display You will hear a double beep and the P will blink with the preset number Use PRESET SCAN to listen to each of your preset stations for a few seconds The radio will go to a preset station stored on your pushbuttons stop for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press either SEEK SCAN arrow again to stop scanning presets Setting Pres...

Page 218: ...ce one beep and CENTERED will appear on the display To set the treble press the AUDIO control until TREB appears on the display Turn the control 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 control...

Page 219: ... settings for each preset and source Adjusting the Speakers AUDIO Balance Fade The AUDIO control adjusts balance and fade To adjust balance press the AUDIO control until BAL appears on the display Turn the control to adjust the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers To adjust fade press and hold the AUDIO control until FAD appears on the dis...

Page 220: ...Program Type PTY selections PTY and the light next to the button will turn on The last selected PTY will appear on the display for five seconds Turn the TUNE RCL P TYPE control to select the PTY you want to listen to Press the SEEK SCAN arrows to find radio stations for the PTY you want to listen to The last PTY selected will be used for seek or scan modes If a station with the selected PTY is not...

Page 221: ...age INFO will appear on the display Press this button to see the message If the whole message does not appear on the display parts of the message will appear every three seconds until the message is completed To see the parts of the message faster than every three seconds press this button again A new group of words will appear on the display Once the complete message has been displayed INFO will ...

Page 222: ...ight of the slot will begin to flash 3 Once the light stops flashing and turns green load a disc Insert a disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull the disc in Once the disc is loaded the light will begin flashing again Once the light stops flashing and turns green you can then load another disc The disc player takes up to six discs Do not try to load more than six When a disc ...

Page 223: ...You can now remove the disc If the disc is not removed after 25 seconds the disc will be automatically pulled back into the receiver If you try to push the disc back into the receiver before the 25 second time period is complete the receiver will sense an error and will try to eject the disc several times before stopping Do not repeatedly press the LOAD CD eject button to eject a disc after you ha...

Page 224: ...playing a compact disc The equalization will be automatically set whenever you play a compact disc For more information on AUTO EQ see AUTO EQ listed previously in this section tSEEK SCANu To seek press the left arrow while playing a CD to go to the start of the current track if more than ten seconds have passed Press the right arrow to go to the next track If you press the button more than once t...

Page 225: ... and then use the SEEK SCAN right arrow button to locate the track that you want to save The track will begin to play 4 Press and hold the SONG LIST button for two or more seconds to save the track into memory When SONG LIST is pressed a beep will be heard immediately After two seconds of pressing SONG LIST continuously two beeps will sound to confirm that the track has been saved 5 Repeat Steps 3...

Page 226: ...a final beep will be heard after four seconds S LIST EMPTY will appear on the display indicating that the song list has been deleted If a disc is ejected and the song list contains saved tracks from that disc those tracks are automatically deleted from the song list To end SONG LIST mode press the SONG LIST button One beep will be heard and S LIST will be removed from the display Compact Disc Mess...

Page 227: ...ar speakers will be muted when the power is turned on unless you have a BoseR equipped vehicle You may operate the rear seat audio functions even when the primary radio power is off VOL Turn the knob clockwise to increase volume and counterclockwise to decrease volume The left VOL knob controls the left headphone and the right VOL knob controls the right headphone PROG With a cassette tape in the ...

Page 228: ...on 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 armed With THEFTLOCK activated your radio will not operate if stolen Audio Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped If your vehicle has this feature certain radio functions can be operated by using the co...

Page 229: ...nd 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 do the following 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 m...

Page 230: ...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 GM Part No 12344789 When using a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cass...

Page 231: ...ction feature is active again You may also choose a non scrubbing action wet type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head This type of cleaning cassette will not eject on its own A non scrubbing action cleaner may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner The use of a non scrubbing action dry type cleaning cassette is not recommended After you clean the ...

Page 232: ...The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged If the mast should ever become slightly bent you can straighten it out by hand If the mast is badly bent as it might be by vandals you should replace it Check every once in a while to be sure the mast is still tightened to the fender If tightening is required tighten by hand then with a wrench one quarter turn Chime Level A...

Page 233: ...ssist System TAS Two Wheel Drive Only 4 11 Steering 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 14 Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 16 Off Road Driving with Your Four Wheel Drive Vehicle 4 31 Driving at Night 4 33 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 36 City Driving 4 37 Freeway Driving 4 38 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 39 Highway Hypnosis 4 39 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 41 Winter Driving 4 45 Recreational Vehicle Tow...

Page 234: ...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 235: ... 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 236: ...is 0 05 percent in both France and Germany 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 dr...

Page 237: ...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 238: ...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 239: ...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 Brake System ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a br...

Page 240: ...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 241: ...itions The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the rear wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system reduces engine power to limit wheel spin The LOW TRAC light next to the button will come on when the TAS is limiting wheel spin You may feel or hear the system working but this is normal The Traction Assist System may operate on dry roads under so...

Page 242: ...n detected and the vehicle needs service The Traction Assist System as delivered from the factory will automatically come on whenever you start your vehicle To limit wheel spin especially in slippery road conditions you should always leave the system on But you can turn the TAS off if you ever need to You should turn the TAS off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud or snow and rocking the v...

Page 243: ...AS on off button Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort Steering Tips Driving on 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 ...

Page 244: ...ls are straight ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into 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 ...

Page 245: ... 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 246: ...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 247: ...rol 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 danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and ...

Page 248: ...ize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remember Any anti lock brake system ABS helps avoid only the braking skid Off Road Driving with Your Four Wheel Drive Vehicle This off road guide is for vehicles that have four wheel drive Also see Anti Lock Brakes in the Index If your vehicle doesn t have four whe...

Page 249: ...heaviest things should be on the load floor and forward of your rear axle Put heavier items as far forward as you can D Be sure the load is secured properly so driving on the off road terrain doesn t toss things around CAUTION D Cargo on the load floor piled higher than the seatbacks can be thrown forward during a sudden stop You or your passengers could be injured Keep cargo below the top of the ...

Page 250: ...of the vehicle s exhaust system Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip especially when going to a remote area Know the terrain and plan your route You are much less likely to get bad surprises Get accurate maps of trails and terrain Try to learn of any blocked or closed roads It s also a good idea to travel with at least one other vehicle If something happens to one of them the...

Page 251: ...of terrain You need to be familiar with the terrain and its many different features Here are some things to consider Surface Conditions Off roading can take you over hard packed dirt gravel rocks grass sand mud snow or ice Each of these surfaces affects the steering acceleration and braking of your vehicle in different ways Depending upon the kind of surface you are on you may experience slipping ...

Page 252: ...ing can be very dangerous on any road And this is certainly true for off road driving At the very time you need special alertness and driving skills your reflexes perceptions and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You could have a serious or even fatal accident if you drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking See Drunken Driving in the Index Driving on Off...

Page 253: ...e some other things to consider as you approach a hill D Is there a constant incline or does the hill get sharply steeper in places D Is there good traction on the hillside or will the surface cause tire slipping D Is there a straight path up or down the hill so you won t have to make turning maneuvers D Are there obstructions on the hill that can block your path boulders trees logs or ruts D What...

Page 254: ...se traction slide sideways and possibly roll over You could be seriously injured or killed When driving up hills always try to go straight up D Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill D Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills D Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffic know you re there D Use...

Page 255: ...ring wheel at the 12 o clock position This way you ll be able to tell if your wheels are straight and maneuver as you back down It s best that you back down the hill with your wheels straight rather than in the left or right direction Turning the wheel too far to the left or right will increase the possibility of a rollover Here are some things you must not do if you stall or are about to stall wh...

Page 256: ...ift the transfer case to NEUTRAL when you leave the vehicle Leave it in some gear CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P This is because the NEUTRAL position on the transfer case overrides the transmission You or someone else could be injured If you are going to leave your vehicle set the parking brake and shift the transm...

Page 257: ...creek bank or even a river bottom with large rocks If you decide you can go down a hill safely then try to keep your vehicle headed straight down and use a low gear This way engine drag can help your brakes and they won t have to do all the work Descend slowly keeping your vehicle under control at all times CAUTION Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakes to overheat and fade Thi...

Page 258: ... straight down D Never go downhill with the transmission in NEUTRAL N This is called free wheeling Your brakes will have to do all the work and could overheat and fade Q Am I likely to stall when going downhill A It s much more likely to happen going uphill But if it happens going downhill here s what to do D Stop your vehicle by applying the regular brakes Apply the parking brake D Shift to PARK ...

Page 259: ...a downhill slide or a rollover D Surface conditions can be a problem when you drive across a hill Loose gravel muddy spots or even wet grass can cause your tires to slip sideways downhill If the vehicle slips sideways it can hit something that will trip it a rock a rut etc and roll over D Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse If you drive across a rock with the uphill w...

Page 260: ...ing on an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you re crossing an incline be sure you and your passengers get out on the uphill side even if the door there is harder to open If you get out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll over you ll be right in its path If you have to walk down the slope stay out of the path the vehicle will take if it does roll over CAUTION Getting out on the d...

Page 261: ...ction Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction On these surfaces it s very easy to lose control On wet ice for example the traction is so poor that you will have difficulty accelerating And if you do get moving poor steering and difficult braking can cause you to slide out of control CAUTION Driving on frozen lakes ponds or rivers can be dangerous Underwater springs currents under th...

Page 262: ...h away the ground from under your tires and you could lose traction and roll the vehicle over Don t drive through rushing water See Driving Through Water in the Index for more information on driving through water After Off Road Driving Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody chassis or under the hood These accumulations can be a fire hazard After operation in mud or sand hav...

Page 263: ...see as well you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles D Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead D In remote areas watch for animals D If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver...

Page 264: ...ith misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making the pupils of your eyes contract...

Page 265: ...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 266: ... 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 Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you re going fast ...

Page 267: ...er that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing water as you might at a low water crossing your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a sma...

Page 268: ...a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip D Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy 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 t...

Page 269: ...e into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you 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 t...

Page 270: ...e it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Chevrolet dealerships all 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 Ha...

Page 271: ... 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 272: ...AUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have 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 lo...

Page 273: ... 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 274: ...ce 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 If you have traction assist keep the system on It will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road But you can turn the traction system off if you ever n...

Page 275: ...r slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that s covered with ice On an otherwise clear road ice patches may appear in shaded areas where 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 ...

Page 276: ... 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 time to be sure snow doesn t collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that s away from the wind This will help...

Page 277: ... towing towing your vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device know as a dolly With the proper preparation and equipment many vehicles can be towed in these ways See Dinghy Towing and Dolly Towing following Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing D What s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure you read the tow vehicle...

Page 278: ...ed on a platform trailer with all four wheels off the ground In rare cases when it s unavoidable that a two wheel drive vehicle is to be towed with all four wheels on the ground the propeller shaft to axle yoke orientation should be marked and the propeller shaft removed following the applicable service manual removal installation procedure Dust or dirt can enter the back of the transmission throu...

Page 279: ...nd tires during towing CAUTION Shifting a four wheel drive vehicle s transfer case into NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in Park P You or others could be injured Make sure the parking brake is firmly set before you shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL Dolly Towing Your vehicle was not designed to be dolly towed If you need to tow your vehicle see Dinghy Towing earli...

Page 280: ... label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles called Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh 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 fron...

Page 281: ...uitcases tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash D Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle Try to spread the weight evenly D Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside...

Page 282: ...lose control when you pull a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passengers could be seriously injured Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section Ask your dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with your vehicle NOTICE Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in...

Page 283: ...our rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you ll be driving A good source for this information can be state or provincial police D Consider using a sway control if your trailer will weigh 4 000 lbs 1 816 kg or less You should always use a sway control if your trailer will weigh more than 4 000 lbs 1 816 kg You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls D Don t tow a trailer at a...

Page 284: ...completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers cargo equipment and conversion The GCWR for your vehicle should not be exceeded You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice or you can write us at the address listed in your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information Booklet In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 19...

Page 285: ...en be sure you don t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue Hitches It s important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Here are some rules to follow D If you ll be pulling a trailer that when loaded will weigh more than 4 000 lbs 1 816 kg be sure to use a pr...

Page 286: ...than 1 500 lbs 680 kg loaded then it needs its own brakes and 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 s brake system can tap into the vehicle s hydraulic brake system only if D The trailer parts can withstand 3 000 psi 20 650 kPa of pressure D The trailer s brake system will...

Page 287: ...es the air inside your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index Towing a trailer requires a certain amount 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 ...

Page 288: ... bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and if possible have someone guide you Making Turns NOTICE Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged Avoid making v...

Page 289: ...art down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well You can tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the transmission to THIRD 3 or a lower gear under heavy loads or hilly conditions When towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades consider the following Engine coolant will boil at a lower temperature t...

Page 290: ...b the load 4 Reapply the regular brakes Then apply your parking brake and then shift into PARK P 5 Release the regular brakes 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 ...

Page 291: ...n Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engine oil axle lubricant belt cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re ...

Page 292: ...Signal D Brown Running Lamps D White Ground D Light Green Back up Lamps D Red Battery Feed D Dark Blue Electric Brakes If you need to tow a light duty trailer with a standard four way round pin connector an adapter connector is available from your dealer Your vehicle is also equipped with wiring for an electric trailer brake controller These wires are located inside the vehicle on driver s side un...

Page 293: ...s that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Engine Overheating 5 11 Cooling System 5 17 Engine Fan Noise 5 18 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 18 Changing a Flat Tire 5 32 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Page 294: ...warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Press the button all the way down to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off To turn off the flashers press the button again until it clicks and then release it When the hazard warning flashers are on the turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you c...

Page 295: ...ty 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 if the hydrometer looks clear or light yellow Replace the battery when there is ...

Page 296: ... parking brake If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is not in NEUTRAL N NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or accessory power outlets if equipped Turn off the radio and all lamps that aren t ...

Page 297: ... with water and get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go...

Page 298: ...Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to the remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery The remote negative...

Page 299: ...gine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service NOTICE Damage to your vehicle may result from electrical shorting if jumper cables are removed incorrectly To prevent electrical shorting take care that they don t touch each other or any other metal The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty ...

Page 300: ...isconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with 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...

Page 301: ...st turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until 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 k...

Page 302: ...d 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 there s st...

Page 303: ...level should be at least up to 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 CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause ...

Page 304: ...g the accelerator pedal down If it doesn t your vehicle needs service Turn off the engine How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at the FULL COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR engine coolant at the coolant recovery tank See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information CAUTION Adding only p...

Page 305: ...ot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the FULL COLD mark start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there s one more thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool b...

Page 306: ...hey are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap ...

Page 307: ...g system including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one full turn 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 Remove the pressure cap ...

Page 308: ... 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 309: ...se This vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan When the clutch is engaged the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine In most everyday driving conditions the clutch is not engaged This improves fuel economy and reduces fan noise Under heavy vehicle loading trailer towing and or high outside temperatures the fan speed increases when the clutch engages So you may hear an increase ...

Page 310: ...g the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on your hazard warning flashers CAU...

Page 311: ...se the jack and change a tire Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The jacking equipment you will need is stored under the rear seat of the vehicle See Rear Seats in the Index for more information on accessing the jacking equipment under the rear seat ...

Page 312: ...our vehicle NOTICE Never remove or restow a tire from to a stowage position under the vehicle while the vehicle is supported by a jack Always tighten the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle when restowing 1 To remove the underbody mounted spare insert the socket end of the extension on an angle into the hole in the rear bumper Be sure the socket end of the extension connects into the h...

Page 313: ...ter in this section When the tire has been completely lowered tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening Pull the tire out from under the vehicle NOTICE To help avoid vehicle damage do not drive the vehicle before the cable is properly stored 3 Put the spare tire near the flat tire 4 Use the chisel end of the wheel wrench to pry off the center cap See Removing ...

Page 314: ... others could get hurt Read and follow the instructions listed below To release the spare tire from the secondary latch do the following 1 Check under the vehicle to see if the cable is visible 2 If it is not visible proceed to Step 6 If visible first try to tighten the cable by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice You cannot overtighten the cable 3 Lo...

Page 315: ...e spare tire stops moving upward and is held firmly in place The secondary latch has released and the spare tire is balancing on the jack 9 Lower the jack by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise Keep lowering the jack until the spare tire slides off the jack or is hanging by the cable CAUTION Someone standing too close during the procedure could be injured by the jack If the spare tire does n...

Page 316: ...e to lower the spare the rest of the way 11 Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening Pull the tire out from under the vehicle 12 If the cable is hanging under the vehicle turn the wheel wrench in the hoist shaft hole in the bumper clockwise to raise the cable back up Have the hoist assembly inspected as soon as you can You will not be able to store a spare or...

Page 317: ...nstalling the Spare Tire 1 Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 2 Turn the jack adjusting knob clockwise by hand to raise the jack lift head 3 Place the handle extension and wheel wrench onto the jack ...

Page 318: ...5 26 Front Rear A Frame B Jack C Handle D Extension E Wheel Wrench ...

Page 319: ...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 5 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare ...

Page 320: ...ergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 8 Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface 9 Put the nuts on by hand Make sure the rounded end is toward ...

Page 321: ...e and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 lb ft 140 N m NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tig...

Page 322: ...pare tire or flat road tire could loosen and suddenly fall from CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued your vehicle If this happened when your vehicle was being driven the tire might contact a person or another vehicle causing injury and of course damage to itself as well Be sure the underbody mounted spare or flat road tire is stored with its valve stem pointing up NOTICE An aluminum wheel with a fl...

Page 323: ...etainer through the wheel 3 Put the socket end of the extension on an angle through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft 4 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle Continue turning the wheel wrench until the tire is secure and the cable is tight The spare tire hoist cannot be overtightened 5 Make sure the tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or ...

Page 324: ...ou will need to spin the wheels but you don t want to spin your wheels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transmission or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage Whe...

Page 325: ...ing the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear By slowly spinning your wheels in the forward and reverse directions you will cause a rocking motion that may free your vehicle If that doesn t get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out Or you can use your recovery hooks if ...

Page 326: ...hicle straight out Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back NOTICE Never use the recovery hooks to tow the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty ...

Page 327: ...ne Oil 6 16 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 18 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 21 Rear Axle 6 22 Four Wheel Drive 6 24 Engine Coolant 6 27 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 28 Power Steering Fluid 6 29 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 30 Brakes 6 34 Battery 6 35 Bulb Replacement 6 36 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 38 Tires 6 46 Appearance Care 6 47 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 6 49 Care of Safety Belts 6 5...

Page 328: ...you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index You should ...

Page 329: ...d be hurt Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Fuel Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher If the octane is less th...

Page 330: ...your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards see the underhood emission control label it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The mal...

Page 331: ...ything to your fuel Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to contribute to clean air General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines particularly if they comply with the specifications described earlier NOTICE Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Don t use fuel containing methanol It can c...

Page 332: ...lames and smoking materials away from gasoline The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the driver s side of your vehicle While refueling hang the fuel cap by the tether using the hook located on the inside of the filler door To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise The fuel cap has a spring in it if you let go of the cap too soon it will spring back to the right ...

Page 333: ...side of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the fuel cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index NOTICE If you need a new fuel cap be sur...

Page 334: ...vehicle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground D Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete D Don t smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids li...

Page 335: ...n the lower driver s side of the instrument panel 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release 3 Lift the hood release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood There may be a lamp that comes on when you open the hood ...

Page 336: ...6 10 Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood you ll see the following ...

Page 337: ...pull the hood down firmly to close It will latch when dropped from 6 to 8 inches 15 to 20 cm without pressing on the hood Engine Oil If the CHECK OIL LEVEL message appears on the instrument cluster it means you need to check your engine oil level right away For more information see Check Oil Level Message in the Index You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder Check...

Page 338: ...st 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 F mark that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged The engine oil fill cap is located in the engine compartment toward the passenger s side of the ...

Page 339: ...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 340: ...ecommended oils with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good performance and engine protection When to Change Engine Oil Your vehicle has a computer that lets you know when to change your engine oil This is not based on mileage but on engine revolutions and engine operating temperature When the computer has calculated that the oil needs changing the GM Oil Life Systemt will indicate th...

Page 341: ...l stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a real threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all free flowing oil from the filter before disposal Don ...

Page 342: ...lter assembly has an indicator that lets you know when the air filter is dirty and needs to be serviced The indicator is located on the engine air cleaner filter air duct See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on engine air cleaner filter indicator location The service window A with the percentage scale shows the amount of engine air cleaner filter life used When both se...

Page 343: ...e it with a new one 3 Reinstall the cover CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner filter off NOTICE If the air cleaner...

Page 344: ... Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choosetohavethisdoneatthedealershipservicedepartment If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick NOTICE Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fa...

Page 345: ... at idle for five minutes if outside temperatures are 50_F 10_C or more If it s colder than 50_F 10_C you may have to idle the engine longer Should the fluid level be low during this cold check you must check the fluid hot before adding fluid Checking the fluid hot will give you a more accurate reading of the fluid level Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows D Park your vehicle ...

Page 346: ... seconds and then pull it back out again 3 If the fluid level is in the acceptable range push the dipstick back in all the way then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid while it i...

Page 347: ...ipstick back in all the way then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place Rear Axle When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface The proper level is from 0 to 3 8 inch 0 to 10 mm below the bot...

Page 348: ...ic Maintenance Inspections in the Index How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole Use care not to overtighten the plug What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what...

Page 349: ...urface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you may need to add some lubricant When the differential is cold add enough lubricant to raise the level to 1 2 inch 12 mm below the filler plug hole When the differential is at operating temperature warm add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to dete...

Page 350: ...COOLR coolant will D Give freezing protection down to 34_F 37_C D Give boiling protection up to 265_F 129_C D Protect against rust and corrosion D Help keep the proper engine temperature D Let the warning lights and gages work as they should NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOLR silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature e...

Page 351: ...r 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 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the...

Page 352: ...hen your engine is warm the level should be at the base of the filler neck or a little higher Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank CAUTION Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost ne...

Page 353: ...Don t spill coolant on a hot engine Occasionally check the coolant level in the radiator For information on how to add coolant to the radiator see Cooling System in the Index Radiator Pressure Cap NOTICE Your radiator cap is a 15 psi 105 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating See Engine Compartment Overview in the Ind...

Page 354: ...ex for reservoir location How to Check Power Steering Fluid Turn the key off let the engine compartment cool down wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the C cold mark If necessary add only enoug...

Page 355: ...d washer fluid until the tank is full NOTICE D When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water D Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid D Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters fu...

Page 356: ... your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid it can ...

Page 357: ... not over the MAX mark What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system you...

Page 358: ...ash it off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake Wear Your vehicle has four wheel disc brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly CAUTION The brake wear warn...

Page 359: ...vel This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Adjustment Every time you make a brake stop your disc brakes adjust for wear Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking Your vehicle was designed and tested with top quality GM brake parts When you replace parts o...

Page 360: ...California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Vehicle Storage If you re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more remove the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down CAUTION Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you aren t careful See Jump Starting in the Index f...

Page 361: ... lamp assembly 3 Pull the assembly away from the vehicle 4 Unclip the wiring harness A and remove the three socket retaining screws B 5 Remove the socket by releasing the retaining tabs 6 Holding the socket pull the bulb to release it from the socket 7 Push the new bulb into the socket until it clicks 8 Reinstall the socket and screws 9 Reconnect the wiring harness 10 Reinstall the lamp assembly a...

Page 362: ...e of replacement blade NOTICE Use care when removing or installing a blade assembly Accidental bumping can cause the arm to fall back and strike the windshield 1 To remove the old wiper blades lift the wiper arm until it locks into a vertical position A Blade Assembly B Arm Assembly C Locking Tab D Blade Pivot E Hook Slot F Arm Hook 2 Press down on the blade assembly pivot locking tab Pull down on...

Page 363: ...sert all the way through the blade claws at the opposite end B The plastic caps C will be forced off as the insert is fully inserted 5 Be sure that the notches are locked by the bottom claws Make sure that all other claws are properly locked on both sides of the insert slots A Claw in Notch B Correct Installation C Incorrect Installation 6 Put the blade assembly pivot in the wiper arm hook Pull up...

Page 364: ...TION Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous D Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pr...

Page 365: ...h heat 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 g...

Page 366: ...he tire If it moves use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools in the Index The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals When rotating your tires always use one of the correct rotation pat...

Page 367: ...ire in the Index When It s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true D You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire D You can see cord or fabric showing through the ti...

Page 368: ...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 369: ...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 370: ...overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your 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 no...

Page 371: ...r tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement NOTICE The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and ch...

Page 372: ... readjust or remove the device if it s contacting your vehicle and don t spin your wheels 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 t...

Page 373: ...tructions 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 Cleaner on Fabric 1 Vacuum and brush the area to remove any lo...

Page 374: ...d allow to dry completely 3 If a stain remains follow the cleaner instructions described earlier 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 product Cleanin...

Page 375: ...elts If you do it may severely weaken them In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned 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 NOTICE Don t u...

Page 376: ...x months During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty depth of color gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water ...

Page 377: ...asive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish NOTICE Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted s...

Page 378: ... 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 and ti...

Page 379: ...y have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the 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 fal...

Page 380: ...6 54 GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials ...

Page 381: ...nd 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 inside of the glove box It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is D your VIN D the model designation D paint in...

Page 382: ...Index Headlamps The headlamp wiring is protected by four fuses An electrical overload will cause a lamp to go on and off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some elec...

Page 383: ...roblem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can Engine Compartment Fuse Block The fuse block is located under the hood in the engine compartment on the driver s side of the...

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Page 385: ...l Module B 11 Fog Lamps 12 ST LP 13 Cigarette Lighter 14 COILS 15 RIDE 16 TBD Ignition 1 Mini Fuses Usage 17 Crank 18 Air Bag 19 ELEK Brake 20 Cooling Fan 21 Horn 22 Ignition E 23 ETC 24 Instrument Panel Cluster Driver Information Center 25 Automatic Shift Lock Control System 26 ENG 1 27 Back Up 28 Powertrain Control Module 1 29 Oxygen Sensor 30 Air Conditioning 31 TBC 50 Passenger s Side Trailer ...

Page 386: ...g Lamps 40 Horn 41 Fuel Pump 42 Windshield Wipers Washer 43 High Beam Headlamp 44 Air Conditioning Solid State Relays Usage 45 Cooling Fan 46 HDM Mini Relay Usage 47 Starter Miscellaneous Usage 48 Instrument Panel Battery 49 Fuse Puller Rear Underseat Fuse Block The rear underseat fuse block is located under the rear seat on the driver s side of the vehicle ...

Page 387: ... Control Module 02 Left Door Control Module 03 LGM 2 04 TBC 3 05 Rear Fog Lamps 06 LGM DSM 07 TBC 2 08 Power Seats 09 Blank 10 DDM 11 AMP 12 PDM 13 Rear Climate Controls 14 Left Rear Parking Lamps 15 Auxiliary Power 2 16 VEH CHMSL ...

Page 388: ...ystem 29 Rainsense Wipers 30 Parking Lamps 31 TBC 4CC 32 TBC5 33 Front Wipers 34 VEH STOP 35 Blank Fuse Usage 36 HVAC B 37 Front Parking Lamps 38 Left Turn Signal 39 HVAC 1 40 TBC 4 41 Radio 42 TR PARK 43 Right Turn Signal 44 HVAC 45 Rear Fog Lamps 46 Auxiliary Power 1 47 Ignition 0 48 Four Wheel Drive 49 Blank 50 TBC IG 51 Brakes 52 TBC RUN ...

Page 389: ...se 7 0 quarts 6 6 L Transmission Drain and Refill 5 0 quarts 4 7 L Differential Fluid Rear 4 0 pints 1 9 L Front 2 6 pints 0 8 L Fuel Tank 18 7 U S gallons 75 7 L All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual Recheck the fluid level after filling Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Engine Oil Filter PF59 Engine Air Cleaner Filter...

Page 390: ...e services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 5 Scheduled Maintenance 7 15 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 20 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 22 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 25 Part E Maintenance Record ...

Page 391: ...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 392: ... 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 393: ...r dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported 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 ...

Page 394: ...owing Footnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not 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 re...

Page 395: ...er severe conditions the indicator may come on before 3 000 miles 5 000 km Never drive your vehicle more than 12 000 miles 20 000 km or 12 months without an oil and filter change The system won t detect dust in the oil So if you drive in a dusty area be sure to change your oil and filter every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or sooner if the CHANGE ENG OIL light appears Remember to reset the Oil Life System ...

Page 396: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 7 ...

Page 397: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 8 ...

Page 398: ...uid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Ind...

Page 399: ...ront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire In...

Page 400: ...d 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 j Automatic Transfer Case Only Change transfer case fluid 52 500 Miles 87 500 km j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation...

Page 401: ...00 Miles 112 500 km j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for...

Page 402: ...elocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 97 500 Miles 162 500 km j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire ...

Page 403: ... service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter j Automatic Transfer Case Only Change transfer case fluid 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...

Page 404: ...l 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 level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshiel...

Page 405: ...s Cleaning in the Index Spare Tire Check At least twice a year after the monthly inflation check of the spare tire determines that the spare is inflated to the correct tire inflation pressure make sure that the spare tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If it moves use the wheel wrench ratchet to tighten the cable See Storing the Spare Tire and Tools in the Ind...

Page 406: ...A fluid loss may indicate a problem Check the system and repair if needed At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all hood latch assembly secondary latch pivots spring anchor release pawl rear compartment hinges outer liftgate handle pivot points rear door detent link roller mechanism...

Page 407: ... any other position your vehicle needs service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps below 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake in the...

Page 408: ... the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the 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 ...

Page 409: ...leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary 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 floo...

Page 410: ...ks and proper installation More frequent lubrication may be required on off road use 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 Inspect other brake parts including calipers parking brake etc Check parking brake adjustment You may need to have ...

Page 411: ...rinkable water and use only GM GoodwrenchR DEX COOLR or HavolineR DEX COOLR Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer Solvent GM OptikleenR Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Parking Brake Cable Guides Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985 or e...

Page 412: ...sfer Case AUTO TRAK II Fluid GM Part No 12378508 USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Rear Driveline Center Spline and Universal Joints Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Constant Velocity Universal Joint Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood Latch ...

Page 413: ... Hinge Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points and Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579 or equivalent Weatherstrip Squeaks Synthetic Grease with Teflon SuperlubeR GM Part No 12371287 or equivalent ...

Page 414: ...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 415: ...7 26 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 416: ...7 27 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 417: ...7 28 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 418: ...7 29 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 419: ...7 30 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 420: ... Procedure 8 4 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 6 Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program 8 8 Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 8 Courtesy Transportation 8 10 Warranty Information 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 8 11 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 8 ...

Page 421: ...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 422: ... is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern STEP THREE Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle However if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you should file with the GM BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have Cana...

Page 423: ...eech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing 1 800 833 CHEV 2438 TTY users in Canada can dial 1 800 263 3830 Customer Assistance Offices Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll free number for assistance If a U S customer wishes to write to Chevrolet the letter s...

Page 424: ...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 mobility equipment installe...

Page 425: ...dside assistance with minor mechanical problems If your problem cannot be resolved over the phone our advisors have access to a nationwide network of dealer recommended service providers Roadside membership is free however some services may incur costs Roadside offers two levels of service to the customer Basic Care and Courtesy Care Roadside Basic Care provides D Toll free number 1 800 CHEV USA 2...

Page 426: ... of 2002 Chevrolet passenger cars and light duty trucks Please see your selling dealer for details Courtesy Care is available to retail and retail lease customers operating 2002 and newer Chevrolet vehicles for a period of 3 years 36 000 miles 60 000 km whichever occurs first All Courtesy Care services must be pre arranged by Chevrolet Roadside or dealer service management Basic Care and Courtesy ...

Page 427: ...oud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for new vehicles The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail purchase lease customers in conjunction with the Bumper to Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required This will reduce your inconvenience during warranty repairs Pl...

Page 428: ... fuel expenses up to 10 per day five day maximum may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle When your vehicle is unavailable due to overnight warranty repairs your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained at actual cost up to a maximum of 30 00 pe...

Page 429: ...ribed herein at its sole discretion Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA ...

Page 430: ...tario K1A 0N5 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 222 1020 or write Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General...

Page 431: ... 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 432: ... address for quotation 2002 120 00 2002 50 00 2002 20 00 2002 15 00 TOTAL MATERIAL GRAND TOTAL 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 funds CUSTOMER S NAME ATTENTION STREET ADDRESS NO P O BOX NUMBE...

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