Chevrolet 2003 tracker Owner'S Manual Download

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Brake ............................................................ 2-27

Parking ...................................................... 2-27
System Inspection ....................................... 6-29
System Warning Light .................................. 3-28

Brakes .......................................................... 5-42
Braking in Emergencies ................................... 4-10
Braking ........................................................... 4-7
Break-In, New Vehicle ..................................... 2-14
Bulb Replacement ........................................... 5-55

Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps ............. 5-57
Halogen Bulbs ............................................ 5-55
Headlamps ................................................. 5-55
Rear Combination Lamps ............................. 5-58
Replacement Bulbs ...................................... 5-59
Sidemarker Lamps ....................................... 5-57

Buying New Tires ........................................... 5-62

Safety Belts ................................................ 5-82
Your CD Player ........................................... 3-43
Your CDs ................................................... 3-43

Engine Light ............................................... 3-31

Chemical Paint Spotting ................................... 5-86
Child Restraints .............................................. 1-37

Child Restraint Systems ............................... 1-37
Infants and Young Children ........................... 1-34
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for

Children (LATCH System) .......................... 1-44

Older Children ............................................. 1-31
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for

the LATCH System ................................... 1-46

Securing a Child Restraint in a Center

Rear Seat Position ................................... 1-49

Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear

Outside Seat Position ............................... 1-46

Securing a Child Restraint in the Right

Front Seat Position ................................... 1-51

Top Strap Anchor Location ............................ 1-43
Top Strap ................................................... 1-41
Where to Put the Restraint ........................... 1-40

Summary of Contents for 2003 tracker

Page 1: ...s Gages and Indicators 3 24 Audio System s 3 37 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 47 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 4 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 9 Rear Axle 5 52 Four Wheel Drive 5 53 Bulb Replacement 5 55 Tires 5 59 Appearance Care 5 79 Vehicle Identification 5 88 Electrical System 5 89 Capacities and Specifications 5 93 Normal ...

Page 2: ...st Edition Copyright General Motors Corporation 07 15 02 All Rights Reserved Canadian Owners You can obtain a French copy of this manual from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 About Driving Your Vehicle As with other vehicles of this type failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident Be sure to read the on pavement and off...

Page 3: ...d CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in ...

Page 4: ...abels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle has 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 control message gage or indicator If you need help figuring out a specific name of a component gage or indicator ref...

Page 5: ...These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle v ...

Page 6: ... NOTES vi ...

Page 7: ...op Strap Anchor Location 1 43 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 44 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 46 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position 1 46 Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position 1 49 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 51 Supplemental Restraint System SRS 1 54 Where Are the...

Page 8: ...n movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Lift the lever located under the front 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 1 2 ...

Page 9: ...r s side seatback to adjust support of the lower back Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the seatback lift the lever on the outboard side of the seat cushion Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it Pull up on the lever and the seatback will go to the upright position 1 3 ...

Page 10: ...b because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upri...

Page 11: ... four positions To raise the restraint pull up on the restraint To lower the restraint push in the release button while you push down on the restraint Easy Entry Seat For two door models the front seats of your vehicle make it easy to get in and out of the rear seat area When you pull up on the recliner release lever the seatback will tilt forward and the whole seat can slide forward when pushed b...

Page 12: ...d even if there is no crash or sudden stop a driver sitting in an unlocked easy entry seat could be startled by the sudden movement and hit the wrong control or pedal causing an accident After you ve used it be sure to push rearward on any easy entry seat to be sure it is locked To get out of the rear seat area push the release pedal on the rear of the front passenger s side front seat Then tilt t...

Page 13: ...only when you need to fold the seat and be sure that the head restraints are stored securely in their proper storage location When the seat is returned to the passenger position be sure the head restraints are installed properly Folding the Seatback The rear seat in your vehicle folds to provide more cargo space To fold the rear seats do the following 1 Fold the safety belt buckles and center safe...

Page 14: ...he center of the vehicle to release the seat cushion Fold the seat cushion forward 3 Remove the head restraint from the seatback by raising the head restraint fully Press the release button and remove the head restraint from the seatback 1 8 ...

Page 15: ...int in the top of the folded seat cushion 5 Pull up on the seatback release knob s on top of the seatback and fold the seatback down On two door models pull up on both release knobs at the same time to lower the seatback 1 9 ...

Page 16: ...r seatback up Push and pull on the seatback to ensure it s locked in position 3 Reinstall the head restraints by inserting them into the seatback Make sure the head restraints are secure in the seatback 4 Insert the plates of the two black straps into their storage slots on the bottom of the seat cushion 5 Fold the seat cushion back and make sure it is locked into position 6 Remove the safety belt...

Page 17: ...or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle ...

Page 18: ...ven buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes...

Page 19: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop 1 13 ...

Page 20: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 14 ...

Page 21: ...ide down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags why should I have to wear safety belts A Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ev...

Page 22: ...t speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see Older Children on page 1 31 or Infants and Young Children on page 1 3...

Page 23: ...lder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 30 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so...

Page 24: ...ong 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 belt v...

Page 25: ...tion You can move the adjuster up just by pulling out the knob and sliding the adjuster up After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pulling out the knob to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder ...

Page 26: ...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 1 20 ...

Page 27: ...an 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 1 21 ...

Page 28: ...ured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests 1 22 ...

Page 29: ...eriously 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 1 23 ...

Page 30: ... 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 1 24 ...

Page 31: ... 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 1 25 ...

Page 32: ... Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position on page 1 16 The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the w...

Page 33: ...nd latch plates To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 30 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuc...

Page 34: ...e in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens le...

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

Page 36: ... safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt isn t long enough to fasten your dealer will order you an extender It s free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you The extender will be just for you and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose Don t let someone else use it and use it only for th...

Page 37: ...er 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 buc...

Page 38: ...elt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint the belt provides If the child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very close to the child s face or neck you mi...

Page 39: ...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 1 33 ...

Page 40: ...p to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraints Young children should not use the vehicle s adult safety belts alone unless there is no other choice Instead they need to use a child restraint CAUTION People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle A ...

Page 41: ...ren who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can...

Page 42: ...t will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs CAUTION Newborn infants need complete support including support for the head and neck T...

Page 43: ...he child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that s unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints Child Restraint Systems An infant car bed A a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a ...

Page 44: ...of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields 1 38 ...

Page 45: ...d restraints have used the adult belt system in the vehicle To help reduce the chance of injury the child also has to be secured within the restraint The vehicle s belt system secures the add on child restraint in the vehicle and the add on child restraint s harness system holds the child in place within the restraint One system the three point harness has straps that come down over each of the in...

Page 46: ...aint instructions are important so if they are not available obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat We therefore recommend that child restraints be secured in a rear seat including an infant riding in a rear facing infant seat a child riding in a forwar...

Page 47: ...in it Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap or top tether It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision For it to work a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle Some top strap equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top strap being anchored Others require the top strap always to be anchored Be sure to read and follow the instructions f...

Page 48: ...ing a crash A child or others could be injured if this happens To help prevent injury to people and damage to your vehicle attach only one child restraint per bracket 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 head restraint and route the...

Page 49: ...ped with a luggage compartment cover remove it before using the top strap When routing the top strap at an outboard seating position pass it between the head restraint and the rear seatback When routing the top strap at the center seating position be sure to pass it between the rear seatbacks if the top strap connection to the child restraint is below the top of the rear seatback 1 43 ...

Page 50: ... the two rear outside seat positions This system designed to make installation of child restraints easier does not use the vehicle s safety belts Instead it uses vehicle anchors A B and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether strap C 1 44 ...

Page 51: ... a LATCH type child restraint isn t attached to its anchorage points the restraint won t be able to protect the child correctly In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint See Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System or...

Page 52: ...ons to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint simply unhook the top strap from the top tether anchor and then disconnect the anchor points Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 44 You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See Top Strap on p...

Page 53: ...belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 47 ...

Page 54: ...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 larger child passenger 1 48 ...

Page 55: ...les and latch plates Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child restraint when and as the instructions say See Top Strap on page 1 41 if the child has one 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child re...

Page 56: ... down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push 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 It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 1 50 ...

Page 57: ... you can secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See Top Strap on page 1 41 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 b...

Page 58: ...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 1 52 ...

Page 59: ...ee 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 1 53 ...

Page 60: ... crash if you aren t wearing your safety belt even if you have air bags Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it Air bags are designed to work with safety belts but don t replace them Air bags are designed to deploy only in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes They aren t designed to inflate at all...

Page 61: ... bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children on pa...

Page 62: ...Where Are the Air Bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 56 ...

Page 63: ... level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers rear impacts or in many side impacts because inflation would not help the occupant In any particular crash no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were Inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle sl...

Page 64: ...even realize the air bag inflated Some components of the air bag module the steering wheel hub for the driver s air bag or the instrument panel for the right front passenger s bag will be hot for a short time The parts of the bag that come into contact with you may be warm but not too hot to touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation do...

Page 65: ...vice can mean that an air bag system will not work properly See your dealer for service Notice If you damage the covering for the driver s or the right front passenger s air bag the bag may not work properly You may have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger s air bag Do not open or break the air bag co...

Page 66: ...Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 11 CAUTION For up to 15 seconds after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected an air bag can still inflate during improper service CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued You can be injured if you are close to an air bag when it inflates Avoid wires wrapped with yellow tape or yellow connectors They are probably part of the air...

Page 67: ...y of the air bag sensors If you have any questions about this you should contact Customer Assistance before you modify your vehicle The phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 7 2 Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch pla...

Page 68: ...r a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new parts If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash you may need new LATCH system parts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired or...

Page 69: ...eel Drive 2 25 Parking Brake 2 27 Shifting Into Park P 2 28 Shifting Out of Park P 2 30 Parking Your Vehicle 2 31 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 31 Engine Exhaust 2 32 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked 2 32 Mirrors 2 34 Manual Rearview Mirror 2 34 Outside Manual Mirrors 2 34 Outside Power Mirrors 2 34 Outside Convex Mirror 2 35 Storage Areas 2 35 Glove Box 2 35 Cupholder s 2 35 Coinholder ...

Page 70: ...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 Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children 2 2 ...

Page 71: ...te has a code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep the code in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using this code See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 6 for more information Notice If you ever lock your keys in your vehicle you may have to damage the vehicle to get in Be sure you have spare keys 2 3 ...

Page 72: ...ration of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote keyless entry system If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work try this Check the distance You may be too f...

Page 73: ... your vehicle With the remote keyless entry system your vehicle will have an entry lighting feature See Entry Lighting under Interior Lamps on page 3 15 The following functions are available with the remote keyless entry system LOCK Press LOCK to lock all doors UNLOCK Press UNLOCK to unlock the driver s door If the UNLOCK button is pressed again within five seconds all remaining doors will be unlo...

Page 74: ...dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have a maximum of two transmitters matched to it Battery Replacement Under normal use the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to yo...

Page 75: ... try resynchronizing the transmitter with the receiver See Resynchronization following Resynchronization Your remote keyless entry system is equipped with a security system that prevents anyone from recording and playing back your signal The transmitter does not send the same signal twice to the receiver The receiver will not respond to a signal that has been sent to it more than once To resynchro...

Page 76: ...death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it 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 From the outside use your key To lock the door turn the key toward the front of the vehicle To unlock the door turn the key tow...

Page 77: ...smitter See Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 5 If your two door model has power door locks the switch is located on the driver s door armrest To lock both side doors push the switch forward To unlock the doors pull the switch rearward The tailgate does not have a power lock and will need to be manually locked and unlocked with a key You can lock both side doors from the outside by i...

Page 78: ...ature is in use Opening a Rear Door When the Security Lock Is On If you want to open a rear door when the security lock is on unlock the door then open the door from the outside If you don t cancel the security lock feature adults or older children who ride in the rear won t be able to open the rear door from the inside You should let adults and older children know how these security locks work an...

Page 79: ... cable connections CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued must pass through the seal between the body and the tailgate Make sure all other windows are shut Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed and select the control setting that will force outside air into your vehicle See Climate Control System in the Index If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open ...

Page 80: ...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 2 12 ...

Page 81: ...r a window and lift up the front of the switch to raise a window There is an individual control near each window Express Down Window The AUTO switch for the driver s window has an express down feature To use express down push the switch all the way down Release the switch and the window will lower completely Pull up on the switch lightly and release it to stop the window partway Four Door Models T...

Page 82: ...ave extensions to give additional sun blockage Visor Vanity Mirror If your vehicle has this feature pull down the visor to expose the passenger s side vanity mirror Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break In Notice Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines Keep your speed at 55 mph 88 km h or less for th...

Page 83: ...e a collision If you need to turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving turn the key only to ACC Do not push the key in while the vehicle is moving Notice Using a tool to force the key from the ignition switch could cause damage or break the key Use the correct key and turn the key only with your hand Make sure the key is all the way in If it is turn the steering wheel left and right while yo...

Page 84: ...ne will sound if you open the driver s door when the ignition is in ACC or LOCK and the key is in the ignition Starting Your Engine Automatic Transmission Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Notice Do not try to shift to PARK P if your vehicle is moving If you do ...

Page 85: ... holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again 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 ...

Page 86: ...rd will not reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet 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 t...

Page 87: ...er is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P See S...

Page 88: ...on and move the shift lever into the gear you wish See Shifting Out of Park P on page 2 30 REVERSE R Use this gear to back up Notice Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without...

Page 89: ... TWO WHEEL HIGH 2H or 34 9 mph 56 2 km h with the transfer case in FOUR WHEEL LOW 4L If you move the shift lever to a lower gear while driving faster than the maximum allowable speed for the lower gear the transmission will not downshift until your speed drops below the maximum speed for the lower gear LOW L This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use i...

Page 90: ...off button and release it The OD OFF indicator light on the instrument panel cluster will come on The overdrive off button is for normal driving however it also offers more power and lower fuel economy than driving in the overdrive position Here are some times you might choose to drive with the overdrive off button engaged When driving on hilly winding roads When going down a steep hill To return ...

Page 91: ...ch must be in the P mode and the transmission gear selector in SECOND 2 which will remain in SECOND 2 until you shift the vehicle to DRIVE D Manual Transmission Operation Five Speed This is your shift pattern Here s how to operate your transmission FIRST 1 Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST 1 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal You can shift into FIRS...

Page 92: ...ft into NEUTRAL move the shift lever to the left back to the right and then shift into REVERSE R This is a safety feature Notice Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped Also use REVERSE R along with the parking brake for parking your vehicle Shift...

Page 93: ...otice Driving on pavement in four wheel drive for an extended period of time may cause premature wear on your vehicle s powertrain Do not drive in four wheel drive on pavement for extended periods of time Transfer Case The transfer case shift lever is on the floor to the right of the driver Use this lever to shift into and out of four wheel drive An indicator light comes on when the transfer case ...

Page 94: ...engages your front axle to give you extra traction and can be used for driving downhill uphill or on rocky terrain when you re driving slower than 35 mph 55 km h Remember that driving in FOUR WHEEL HIGH 4H or FOUR WHEEL LOW 4L may reduce fuel economy Also driving in four wheel drive on dry pavement could cause your tires to wear faster and make your transfer case harder to shift You can shift from...

Page 95: ...rake lever up until you can push in the release button located on the end of the lever Hold the release button in as you move the lever all the way down Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Verify that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving If you are towing a t...

Page 96: ...le will be free to roll even if your shift lever is in PARK P So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL 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 into PARK P by holding in the button on the lever and pushing the lever all the way toward the front of your vehicl...

Page 97: ...nning unless you have to Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your automatic transmission into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called torque lock To prevent torque lock set the parking brake and then shift into PARK P properly befo...

Page 98: ...er push the shift lever all the way into PARK P and release the shift lever button as you maintain brake application Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into the gear you wish to be in If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Apply the parking brake until the end of Step 6 2 If the engine is running turn it off Turn the key to ON o...

Page 99: ...r in REVERSE R and firmly apply the parking brake Once the shift lever has been placed into REVERSE R with the clutch pedal pressed in you can turn the ignition key to LOCK remove the key and release the clutch If you have four wheel drive be sure your transfer case is in a drive gear Your vehicle could roll if it isn t If you are towing a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 53 Parking Over Thi...

Page 100: ...Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You Are Parked It is better not to park with the engine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know CAUTION Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle See the earlier Caution under Engine Exhaust on ...

Page 101: ...re your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P CAUTION Four wheel drive vehicles with the transfer case in NEUTRAL will allow the vehicle to roll even if your shift lever is in PARK P So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL Always set your parking brake Follow the proper steps to be sure...

Page 102: ...ull the tab for night driving to reduce glare Push the tab for daytime driving Outside Manual Mirrors Adjust these mirrors by hand so that you can see a little of the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position Outside Power Mirrors If your vehicle has power mirrors the selector switch is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel You can only adjust the...

Page 103: ...nvex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Storage Areas Glove Box Use your key to lock and unlock the glove box To open the glove box pull the latch toward you The glove box may have a two position ...

Page 104: ...the roof to secure cargo Use GM accessory racks that are compatible with your luggage carrier for transporting sports equipment These are available through your GM dealer The crossrails if equipped are adjustable but are only designed to move a limited amount The front and rear crossrails are not interchangeable If you do remove the crossrails make sure to mark them with front or rear When replaci...

Page 105: ...ats as far forward as possible and against the side rails making sure to fasten it securely Don t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle For more information on vehicle capacity and loading see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 51 To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you re driving check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and cargo are still securely fastened Conven...

Page 106: ...not designed to support items loaded on top of them and should not be used as a shelf Use the anchors in the rear of the vehicle to hook the cargo cover in place See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 51 for more information Sunroof Opening and Closing the Sunroof 1 Swing your sun visors down 2 Squeeze the front top bow latch buttons and pull the latch back 3 Unhook the latch from the front top bow 2 ...

Page 107: ...and the roof rails 5 Take out the holding strap from the pocket near the dome lamp 6 Wrap the holding strap around the canvas top and snap it to the front top bow retaining strap 7 Push the front top bow latches down until they click 8 Swing your sun visors up Reverse the steps to close your sunroof Be sure your front top bow is latched securely 2 39 ...

Page 108: ... the back opening all the way or to replace the window if it becomes deteriorated To remove the rear window do the following 1 Open the rear gate all the way 2 Unfasten the canvas flaps at the lower corners of the rear window to uncover the zipper pull 3 Unzip the rear window 4 Hang the rear window down so it hangs outside of the vehicle 5 Pull the rear window frame bar rearward see illustration a...

Page 109: ...ipped and unfasten the hook and loop fastener strips on the inside of the window 3 Release the plastic strip sewn along the bottom edge of the window by gently pulling down and out Then release the plastic along the front edge of the window by pulling it forward and out It may help to rock the window back and forth to remove it 4 Unfasten the plastic clip which is part of the canvas top at the top...

Page 110: ...stall the plastic strip into the window channel before completely zipping the window There is a locating pin in the front upper corner to assist in aligning the window 4 Pull rearward on the rear edge of the window to make sure the window is secure and finish zipping the window 5 After completing installation make sure that the front and bottom ends are securely hooked and the rear top end of the ...

Page 111: ...sten the snaps that secure the canvas top to the roof The snaps are located on both sides of the dome lamp Reattach the snaps which hold the sunroof canvas in place 4 Unhook the front end of the rear canvas top You may want to open the sunroof to gain easier access to the rear top Lower the bow slowly while tucking the canvas into the luggage compartment making sure the bows are not pinching any p...

Page 112: ...the hinges Reverse the steps to raise your canvas top During installation of the top make sure the plastic retaining strip along the front edge of the canvas top is aligned with the locating pin in the channel There is a mark near the center of the channel 2 44 ...

Page 113: ...anel Cluster 3 25 Speedometer and Odometer 3 26 Tachometer 3 26 Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 26 Air Bag Readiness Light 3 27 Charging System Light 3 28 Brake System Warning Light 3 28 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 30 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 3 31 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 3 31 Oil Pressure Light 3 34 Overdrive Off Light 3 35 Four Wheel Drive Light 3 35 Power Indicator Light 3 36 F...

Page 114: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 2 ...

Page 115: ...utton If Equipped See Rear Window Washer Wiper under Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 5 K Coinholder If Equipped See Coinholder s on page 2 35 L Outside Power Mirrors If Equipped See Outside Power Mirrors on page 2 34 M Instrument Panel Brightness Thumbwheel See Instrument Panel Brightness under Interior Lamps on page 3 15 N Hood Release See Hood Release on page 5 10 O Instrument Panel Fu...

Page 116: ...no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Press this button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your veh...

Page 117: ...ide of the steering wheel column To tilt the wheel hold the wheel and move the lever down Then move the wheel to a comfortable position and release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following Turn and Lane Change Signals Headlamp High Low Beam Changer Flash to Pass Manual Operation of Headlamps and Pa...

Page 118: ... stay on 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 and for burned out bulbs See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 89 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer First you must have the headlamps on For high beams push the turn signal lever tow...

Page 119: ...k down further to HI L Move the lever all the way down to this position for a single wiping cycle Hold it there until the windshield wipers start then let go The windshield wipers will stop after one wipe If you want more wipes hold the band at this position longer Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice and sn...

Page 120: ...washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision Rear Window Washer Wiper To turn on your rear wiper push the upper button Push the same button again to turn it off To spray washer fluid on the rear window push the lower button about halfway down Washer fluid will spray as long as you hold this button To wash and wipe at the same ...

Page 121: ...g roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Do not use cruise control on slippery roads Setting Cruise Control 1 Press the CRUISE ON OFF button located on the instrument panel to turn the system on The indicator light in the button will come on Wait at least on...

Page 122: ... provided your speed has not dropped below 25 mph 40 km h If your speed has dropped below 25 mph 40 km h accelerate to 25 mph 40 km h or greater then turn the switch to RESUME ACCEL There is a short time delay after your speed is suspended until you can reset the cruise control to your desired speed Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed Use the acce...

Page 123: ...ou may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake suspends cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t use cruise control on steep hills Suspending Cruise Control There are two ways to suspend cruise control Step lightly on the brake p...

Page 124: ...his position to turn off all lamps except the Daytime Running Lamps DRL or if the Automatic Headlamp System is working Parking Lamps Turn the control to this position to turn on the parking lamps together with the following Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamp Instrument Panel Lights P Headlamps Turn the control to this position to turn on the headlamps together with the previously listed...

Page 125: ...the DRL are on only your headlamps will be on at a reduced brightness The taillamps sidemarker and other lamps won t be on Your instrument panel won t be lit up either When you move the exterior lamps control to the headlamp position your DRL will go off and your headlamps will come on The other lamps that come on with your headlamps will also come on When it begins to get dark the headlamps will ...

Page 126: ...icle you should turn on the regular headlamps when you need them To temporarily disable your vehicle s DRL and Automatic Headlamp Systems functions do the following 1 Before turning the ignition key to ON or START set the parking brake 2 Then turn the ignition key to ON or START The Automatic Headlamp System will not turn on under any conditions even in darkness The DRL will not turn on The DRL an...

Page 127: ...them Dome Lamp The dome lamp operates as follows OFF This position is to the left when you are sitting in the driver s seat The dome lamp will stay off even when a door is opened Center The lamp will come on when a door is opened The dome lamp will turn off while all doors are shut ON This position is to the right when you are sitting in the driver s seat The dome lamp will turn on and stay on whe...

Page 128: ...itter and don t open a door the lamps will come on and then turn off after about 40 seconds The lamps will turn off immediately if you turn the ignition key to ON When the ignition is on the entry lighting feature is inactive The interior lamps will come on only if they are turned on by the dome lamp switch or one of the doors is opened When you press the LOCK button on the remote keyless entry tr...

Page 129: ...your vehicle may damage it or keep other components from working as they should The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment Notice Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug because the power outlets are designed for accessory powe...

Page 130: ...rt Trip City Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 7 Slide the top left lever to the left or right to direct the airflow inside of your vehicle To change the current mode select one of the following H Vent This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets Bi Level This mode directs most of the air to the instrument panel outlets and then directs the remaining air to the floor outlets 6 Floor This mo...

Page 131: ... the lever located on the lower left side to change the temperature Move it to the right for warmer air and to the left for cooler air Without air conditioning the air temperature cannot be less than the outside air temperature Air Conditioning A C Press the air conditioning A C button to turn the air conditioning system on or off When A C is pressed an indicator light in the button will come on t...

Page 132: ...e is at or below freezing 1 Defrost This mode directs the air to the windshield and the side windows The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting without pressing A C unless the outside temperature is at or below freezing Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear Rear Window Defogger If your vehicle has this feature the rear window defogger uses a warming g...

Page 133: ...ment panel to change the direction and amount of the air flowing through the vents Operation Tips Clear away any ice snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the flow of air into your vehicle Use of non GM approved hood deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the system Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air ...

Page 134: ... certain contaminates including pollen and dust particles Reductions in airflow which occur more quickly in dusty areas may indicate that the filters need to be replaced earlier than listed in the maintenance schedule For how often to replace your air filters see Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 The access panel for the air filters is behind the glove box To install the air filters do the foll...

Page 135: ... the filters should face outward towards you and should be at the top of the filters The arrows on the filters should point to the driver s side of the vehicle 4 Then line up the grooves of the second filter with the lower one and slide it in on top of the lower one 5 Reverse the steps to remove the air filters and then install new ones Once you remove the filter if you choose not to replace it it...

Page 136: ...ages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warnin...

Page 137: ...esigned 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 have left and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically United States cluster shown Canada similar 3 25 ...

Page 138: ...s the button once to switch to TRIP A and again to switch to TRIP B To return the display to the odometer reading press the trip odometer button again To set the trip odometers to zero press and hold the button Tachometer The tachometer shows engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute rpm You can use it while driving to select correct shift points The tachometer may not return to zero whe...

Page 139: ...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 inflate withou...

Page 140: ...ith this light on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner 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 means you have a brake problem Your vehicle s...

Page 141: ... go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light following and Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 47 CAUTION Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident If the light is still on after you h...

Page 142: ...k brake system warning light on can lead to an accident After you have pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service If the anti lock brake system warning light stays on longer than normal after you ve started your engine turn the ignition off Or if the light comes on and stays on when you re driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the e...

Page 143: ... and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment The SERVICE ENGINE SOON light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle This system is also designed t...

Page 144: ...creases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle Diagnosis and service may be required Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle Diagnosis and service may be required If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle Reducing vehicle speed Avoiding hard accelerations Avoiding ste...

Page 145: ...ould turn the light off Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 5 4 Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed You may notice this as stalling after start up stalling when you put the vehicle into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditio...

Page 146: ...gnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system readiness your GM dealer can prepare the vehicle for inspection Oil Pressure Light If you have a problem with your oil this light may stay on after you start your...

Page 147: ...amage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty Overdrive Off Light This light comes on when the automatic four speed transmission if equipped has been converted to the three speed mode and the overdrive is turned off This light also comes on as a check for about five seconds when the ignition key is turned to ON or START Four Wheel Drive Light If...

Page 148: ...ank but you need to get more right away Here are four concerns some owners have had about the fuel gage All these situations are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage At the gas station the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads F full It takes more or less fuel to fill up than the gage reads For example the gage reads half full but it took more or less than half ...

Page 149: ...ever all models come with four speakers an antenna and all of the wiring needed to install a radio Notice Any non factory installed radios are not covered by your vehicle s warranty Your audio system has been designed to operate easily and to give years of listening pleasure You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Figure out which radio you have in your veh...

Page 150: ...n and stay there To scan stations press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds until you hear a beep The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds and flash the station frequency then go on to the next station Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning To scan preset stations press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for more than four seconds until you hear two beeps The rad...

Page 151: ...ton repeatedly until BAS or TRE appears on the display Then press and hold the up or the down arrow to increase or to decrease If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To adjust bass or treble to the middle position select BAS or TRE Then press and hold the AUDIO button for more than two seconds until you hear a beep B and a zero or T and a zero will appear on the display ...

Page 152: ...O for more than two seconds until you hear a beep CEN will appear on the display Radio Messages CAL Calibration Your audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CAL appears on the display it means that your radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and must be returned to the dealership for service Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot l...

Page 153: ...ckly within a track Release it to play the passage The display will show elapsed time while forwarding 5 RDM Random Press this pushbutton to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order RND will appear on the display Press RDM again to turn off random play OFF will appear on the display 6 RPT Repeat Press this pushbutton once to hear a track over again RPT will appear on the display The ...

Page 154: ...yer If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected contact your dealer Understanding Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however can cause stations to interfere with each other AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power ...

Page 155: ...edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of Your CD Player The use of CD lens cleaners for CDs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Fixed Mast Antenna 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 ...

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Page 157: ...ff Road Driving with Your Four Wheel Drive Vehicle 4 16 Driving at Night 4 30 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 32 City Driving 4 35 Freeway Driving 4 36 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 37 Highway Hypnosis 4 38 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 38 Winter Driving 4 40 If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 44 Towing 4 47 Towing Your Vehicle 4 47 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 47 Loading Your Vehicle 4 ...

Page 158: ...nbelted occupants can be reduced or prevented by the use of safety belts In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt In addition avoiding excessive speed sudden or abrupt turns and drunken or aggressive driving can help make trips safer and avoid the possibility of a crash especially a rollover crash This section provides many useful...

Page 159: ...bout driving is Drive defensively Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle Buckle up See Safety Belts They Are for Everyone on page 1 11 Defensive driving really means be ready for anything On city streets rural roads or freeways it means always expect the unexpected Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they mig...

Page 160: ...ates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it is against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do Ho...

Page 161: ...will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks The law in an increasing number of U S states and throughout Canada sets th...

Page 162: ...t answer What if there is an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There is something else about drinking and driving that many people do not know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the b...

Page 163: ... your foot and do it That is reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that is 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 2...

Page 164: ...ssist 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 may have anti lock brakes ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid If your vehicle has anti lock brakes this warning light on the instrument panel will come on briefly when y...

Page 165: ...bout 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 on wheel speed...

Page 166: ...ck your first reaction to hit the brake pedal hard and hold it down may be the wrong thing to do Your wheels can stop rolling Once they do the vehicle can not respond to your steering Momentum will carry it in whatever direction it was headed when the wheels stopped rolling That could be off the road into the very thing you were trying to avoid or into traffic If you do not have anti lock use a sq...

Page 167: ...g through a sharp curve Then you suddenly apply the brakes Both control systems steering and braking have to do their work where the tires meet the road Unless you have four wheel anti lock brakes adding the hard braking can demand too much of those places You can lose control The same thing can happen if you are steering through a sharp curve and you suddenly accelerate Those two control systems ...

Page 168: ...ut unless you have anti lock not enough to lock your wheels See Braking on page 4 7 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you ca...

Page 169: ...other vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing Drive ahead Loo...

Page 170: ...les are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone is not trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see i...

Page 171: ...u want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be lon...

Page 172: ...er and more enjoyable Before You Go Off Roading There are some things to do before you go out For example be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done Check to make sure all underbody shields if so equipped are properly attached Be sure you read all the information about your four wheel drive vehicle in this manual Is there enough fuel Is the spare tire fully inflated Are the fl...

Page 173: ...ge 2 36 and Tires on page 5 59 Environmental Concerns Off road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation However it also raises environmental concerns We recognize these concerns and urge every off roader to follow these basic rules for protecting the environment Always use established trails roads and areas that have been specially set aside for public off road recreational driving ...

Page 174: ...e mean Tune your senses to different kinds of signals Your eyes for example need to constantly sweep the terrain for unexpected obstacles Your ears need to listen for unusual tire or engine sounds With your arms hands feet and body you ll need to respond to vibrations and vehicle bounce Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off road driving One of the best ways to control your vehicle ...

Page 175: ...later Will you have to stop suddenly or change direction quickly When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain keep a firm grip on the steering wheel Ruts troughs or other surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hands if you re not prepared When you drive over bumps rocks or other obstacles your wheels can leave the ground If this happens even with one or two wheels you can t control the ...

Page 176: ...here may be a smooth constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top On a large hill the incline may get steeper as you near the tip but you may not see this because the crest of the hill is hidden by bushes grass or shrubs Here are some other things to consider as you approach a hill Is there a constant incline or does the hill get sharply st...

Page 177: ...raction slide sideways and possibly roll over You could be seriously injured or killed When driving up hills always try to go straight up Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffic know you re there Use your headla...

Page 178: ...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 when go...

Page 179: ...L 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 or if you have the manual transmission even if you are in gear 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 pa...

Page 180: ...ank 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 This could...

Page 181: ...ave anti lock Avoid braking so hard that you lock the wheels when going downhill If your wheels are locked you can t steer your vehicle If your wheels lock up during downhill braking you may feel the vehicle starting to slide sideways To regain your direction just ease off the brakes and steer to keep the front of the vehicle pointing straight downhill Q Am I likely to stall when going downhill A ...

Page 182: ...nhill slide or a rollover 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 Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse If you drive across a rock with the uphill wheels or ...

Page 183: ...ng on an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you re crossing an incline be sure you and your passengers get out on the uphill side even if the door there is harder to open If you get out on the 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 of the vehicle if it does roll over CAUTION Getting out on the downhill ...

Page 184: ... dunes your tires will tend to sink into the sand This has an effect on steering accelerating and braking Drive at a reduced speed and avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers 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 ste...

Page 185: ...all Stalling can also occur if you get your tailpipe under water And as long as your tailpipe is under water you ll never be able to start your engine When you go through water remember that when your brakes get wet it may take you longer to stop CAUTION Driving through rushing water can be dangerous Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream and you and your passengers could drown If it is only...

Page 186: ...braking Check the body structure steering suspension wheels tires and exhaust system for damage Also check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage Your vehicle will require more frequent service due to off road use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for additional information Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers are likely to be...

Page 187: ...t down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the app...

Page 188: ...t 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 filled w...

Page 189: ...void puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They will not work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally 4 33 ...

Page 190: ...eep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can not 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 wa...

Page 191: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move c...

Page 192: ...amp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close 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 slow...

Page 193: ...Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are ...

Page 194: ...eave 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 Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a rest...

Page 195: ...ownhill slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they would not 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 Know how to go uphill You may want to shif...

Page 196: ...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 Driving On Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between your tires...

Page 197: ... the anti lock braking system or not you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement Without anti lock brakes if you feel your vehicle begin to slide let up on the brakes a little Push the brake pedal down steadily to get the most traction you can Remember unless you have anti lock if you brake so hard that your wheels stop rolling you ll just slide Brake so your wheels always ...

Page 198: ...mmon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep w...

Page 199: ... long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close t...

Page 200: ...e transmission or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued When you are stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Do not spin the wheels above 35 mph 55 km h as shown on the speedometer Notice Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires If you spin the wheels too fast wh...

Page 201: ...tle 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 you do need to be tow...

Page 202: ...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 recovery hooks to tow the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty 4 46 ...

Page 203: ... with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known 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 What s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer s recommendati...

Page 204: ...our automatic transmission into PARK P or your manual transmission to SECOND 2 3 With the ignition key in the ON position move the transfer case to NEUTRAL and make sure the 4WD light on the instrument panel cluster is off See Four Wheel Drive on page 5 53 4 Turn the ignition key to ACC 5 Release the parking brake Notice If you do not put the transfer case in NEUTRAL before towing a four wheel dri...

Page 205: ...umn when towing your vehicle may damage the steering column Always unlock the steering column before towing Notice If you exceed 55 mph 90 km h while towing your vehicle it could be damaged Never exceed 55 mph 90 km h while towing your vehicle 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 for an automat...

Page 206: ...he instrument panel cluster is turned off See Four Wheel Drive on page 5 53 3 Turn the ignition key to ACC 4 Make sure the front wheels are facing straight forward and secure the steering wheel with a steering wheel clamping device designed for towing Notice If you exceed 55 mph 90 km h while towing your vehicle it could be damaged Never exceed 55 mph 90 km h while towing your vehicle CAUTION Shif...

Page 207: ...on pressures for the tires on your vehicle The other label is the certification label also found on the driver s door lock pillar It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front o...

Page 208: ...would not be covered by your warranty Do not load heavy objects on the sliding rear convenience tray If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases 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 tur...

Page 209: ...e trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly That s the reason for this section In it are many ...

Page 210: ... when towing a trailer will minimize heat buildup and extend the life of your transmission If you have a manual transmission and you are towing a trailer it s better not to use the highest gear Three important considerations have to do with weight the weight of the trailer the weight of the trailer tongue and the weight on your vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely b...

Page 211: ...g or a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight for your vehicle After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they aren t you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items around i...

Page 212: ...de help in removing the trim panel and accessing this wiring connector Your vehicle s trailer wiring has separate turn signal and brake light circuits which means you will most likely need to purchase a converter to operate conventional trailer lights Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help ...

Page 213: ...ollowing Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when you re towing a trailer And because you re a good deal longer you ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can retu...

Page 214: ...might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well If you are towing a trailer and you have a manual transmission with FIFTH 5 gear you may prefer not to use FIFTH 5 Just drive in FOURTH 4 or as you need to a lower gear Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start t...

Page 215: ...ase is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you start your engine shift into a gear and release the parking brake 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle ...

Page 216: ... NOTES 4 60 ...

Page 217: ... 28 Radiator Pressure Cap 5 30 Engine Overheating 5 31 Cooling System 5 33 Power Steering Fluid 5 40 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 41 Brakes 5 42 Battery 5 45 Jump Starting 5 46 Rear Axle 5 52 Four Wheel Drive 5 53 Bulb Replacement 5 55 Halogen Bulbs 5 55 Headlamps 5 55 Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 5 57 Sidemarker Lamps 5 57 Rear Combination Lamps 5 58 Replacement Bulbs 5 59 Tires 5 59 Inflatio...

Page 218: ...6 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 86 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 87 Vehicle Identification 5 88 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 88 Service Parts Identification Label 5 88 Electrical System 5 89 Add On Electrical Equipment 5 89 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 89 Capacities and Specifications 5 93 Capacities and Specifications 5 93 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 5 95 Section 5 Service and A...

Page 219: ...ual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 11 Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 60 You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of ...

Page 220: ...r performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane ...

Page 221: ...torily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on see Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 31 and your vehicle may fail a smog check test If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for diagnosis If it is determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used repairs may not be covered ...

Page 222: ...ion control system may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for service Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may be hard to find Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel Costly repairs caused by use ...

Page 223: ...el cap is located behind a hinged door on the passenger s side of your vehicle While refueling place the fuel cap in the holder provided To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise 5 7 ...

Page 224: ... not overfill by squeezing in much more fuel after the pump shuts off 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 on page 3 31 Noti...

Page 225: ...e inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan Don t reach through the grille to release the u...

Page 226: ...he following 1 Pull the release handle located on the driver s side of the vehicle on the lower portion of the instrument panel 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle pull up on the hood and push the hood release lever to your right 5 10 ...

Page 227: ...rop into the slot in the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer Then let the hood down and close it firmly 5 11 ...

Page 228: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 2 0L engine if equipped you ll see 5 12 ...

Page 229: ...ering Fluid on page 5 40 E Automatic Transmission Dipstick If Equipped See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5 23 F Radiator Pressure Cap See Radiator Pressure Cap on page 5 30 G Engine Oil Dipstick See Engine Oil on page 5 16 H Engine Oil Fill Cap See Engine Oil on page 5 16 I Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brakes on page 5 42 J Engine Coolant Recovery Tank See Engine Coolant on page 5 28 K Windshi...

Page 230: ...When you open the hood on the 2 5L engine if equipped you ll see 5 14 ...

Page 231: ...ssure Cap on page 5 30 E Engine Oil Fill Cap See Engine Oil on page 5 16 F Automatic Transmission Dipstick See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5 23 G Engine Oil Dipstick See Engine Oil on page 5 16 H Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 40 I Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brakes on page 5 42 J Engine Coolant Recovery Tank See Engine Coolant on page 5 28 K Windshield Wa...

Page 232: ... check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The handle of the engine oil dipstick is a round yellow ring On the 2 0L engine it is located near the center of the engine on the passenger s side of the vehicle The handle of the engine oil dipstick is a round yellow ring On the 2 5L engine it is located...

Page 233: ...d to add up to two quarts of oil But you must use the right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For engine oil crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications on page 5 93 Notice Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged The engine oil fill cap is located in ...

Page 234: ...oil which does not carry this starburst symbol If you choose to perform the engine oil change service yourself be sure the oil you use 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 show...

Page 235: ...engine at extremely low temperatures Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil The recommended oils with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good performance and engine protection When to Change Engine Oil If any one of these is true for you use the short trip city maintenance schedule Most trips are less than 5 miles 8 km This is particularly important when outside temperatur...

Page 236: ...l of oil products Used oil can be a threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal Never dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil ask yo...

Page 237: ...inspect the filter at each engine oil change How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt If the filter remains caked with dirt a new filter is required To inspect or replace the filter do the following 1 Release the four clips on the cover 2 Lift the cover up 5 21 ...

Page 238: ...leans the air it helps to stop flame if the engine backfires If it is not there and the engine backfires you could be burned Do not drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner filter off Notice If the air cleaner filter is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner filter ...

Page 239: ... can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department 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 fall on hot engine part or exhaust system parts starting a fire...

Page 240: ...accurate reading of the fluid level Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P Let the engine run a...

Page 241: ...on fluid while it is hot A cold check is used only as a reference If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check It doesn t take much fluid generally less than 0 6 pints 0 3 L Don t overfill Notice We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON III because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transmission D...

Page 242: ... damage your transmission Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine part or exhaust system parts starting a fire Too little fluid could cause the transmission to overheat Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transmission fluid Check the fluid level only when your engine is off the vehicle is parked on a level place and the transmission is cool e...

Page 243: ...tch fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system Adding fluid won t correct a leak A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired When to Check and What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should check the fluid level in your clutch master cylinder reservoir and for the proper fluid See Part B Owner Checks and S...

Page 244: ...e CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid such as alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or oth...

Page 245: ...little higher When your engine is warm the level should be up to FULL or a little higher Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper 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 never have to add...

Page 246: ... 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 on page 5 33 Radiator Pressure Cap See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for information on location Notice If the pressure cap is not tightly installed coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur Be sure the cap is properly...

Page 247: ...g from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam 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 b...

Page 248: ...AL N and let the engine idle 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 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 still no sign of steam push d...

Page 249: ... cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan Don t reach through the grill to release the underhood lever If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface 5 33 ...

Page 250: ... Do not run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle If there seems to be no leak start the engine again The engine cooling fan speed should increase when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down If it doesn t your vehicle needs service Tur...

Page 251: ...er or some other liquid such as alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clea...

Page 252: ...e the FULL 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 before you do it CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little the...

Page 253: ...ressure cap How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1 You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 5 37 ...

Page 254: ...adiator with the proper coolant mixture up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant on page 5 28 for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL mark 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off 5 38 ...

Page 255: ...adiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pressure cap At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this 5 39 ...

Page 256: ...mpartment Overview on page 5 12 for reservoir location How to Check Power Steering Fluid You can check your fluid without taking the cap off The level should fall between the MIN and MAX marks on the reservoir What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 30 Notice When adding power steering fluid or making a complete fluid change always ...

Page 257: ... washer fluid until the tank is full Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water 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 Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when...

Page 258: ...ll not work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you will 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 spi...

Page 259: ...ea 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 your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine ...

Page 260: ...ething is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications Your rear drum brakes do not have wear indicators but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake linings inspected immediately Also the rear...

Page 261: ...linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you have come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free battery When it s time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original...

Page 262: ...iods Jump Starting If your battery has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle Be sure to follow the steps below to do it safely CAUTION Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough electricity to burn you If you do not follow these steps exa...

Page 263: ...ssion in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake Notice If you leave your radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure they could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always turn off your radio and other accessories when jump starting your vehicle 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter ...

Page 264: ...th 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 to...

Page 265: ...f the vehicle has one 7 Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one 5 49 ...

Page 266: ...e electrical connection is just as good there but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service Notice If the jumper cables are removed in the wrong order electrical shorting may occur and damag...

Page 267: ...ollowing 1 Disconnect 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 Jumper Cable Removal 5 51 ...

Page 268: ...e 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 1 Remove the filler plug 2 Remove the drain plug drain the lubricant and reinstall the drain plug 3 Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole 4 Reinstall the filler plug What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to det...

Page 269: ... and when to change it See Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6 4 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 What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what...

Page 270: ...f the filler plug hole you may need to add some lubricant 1 Remove the filler plug 2 Remove the drain plug drain the lubricant and reinstall the drain plug 3 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...

Page 271: ...and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps Notice If you use high intensity bulbs when replacing the headlamp bulbs you could damage your vehicle Use only replacement bulbs recommended for your vehicle See Replacement Bulbs on page 5 59 for more information A Headlamp B Front Parking and Tur...

Page 272: ... the hood 2 Remove the rubber cover and socket from the headlamp 3 Release the retainer clip holding the bulb by pressing down and moving the metal retainer away from you 4 Pull the bulb out of the fixture 5 Reverse the steps to install a new bulb 5 56 ...

Page 273: ...he bulb in turn it counterclockwise and pull the bulb straight out of the socket 5 Reverse the steps to install a new bulb Sidemarker Lamps To replace the sidemarker bulb do the following 1 Remove the two screws holding the sidemarker lamp assembly The assembly should pull away from the vehicle 2 Turn the socket counterclockwise and pull it out of the housing 3 Pull the bulb out of the socket 4 Re...

Page 274: ... the two screws from the combination lamps Gently pull the housing away from the vehicle 2 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it out of the lamp housing 3 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket 4 Reverse the previous steps to install a new bulb 5 Reinstall the housing and the screws Driver s Side Passenger s Side 5 58 ...

Page 275: ...ON Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous 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 Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure...

Page 276: ...ck the tire pressure of the spare tire How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You can t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they re underinflated Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Inspection and Rotation ...

Page 277: ...ies and Specifications on page 5 93 CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wir...

Page 278: ...ing New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Tire Loading Information label Make sure the replacement tires are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your vehicle s 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 tir...

Page 279: ...y 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 5 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of ...

Page 280: ...oaded 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 notice ...

Page 281: ...ires 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 chass...

Page 282: ...ill create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position and then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowout particularly on a curve acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerato...

Page 283: ...he parking brake firmly 2 Put an automatic transmission shift lever in PARK P or shift a manual transmission to FIRST 1 or REVERSE R 3 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL 4 Turn off the engine To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you can put CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest...

Page 284: ...f the luggage compartment 1 To open the jacking tool storage compartment turn the knob counterclockwise Open the cover two inches and pull the entire cover towards the front of the vehicle 2 Turn the jack screw to remove the jack from the clamps If the screw is too tight use the jack handle to loosen it 5 68 ...

Page 285: ...d wheel wrench C The spare tire is mounted on your tailgate Your vehicle may be equipped with either a soft vinyl cover or a hard cover 3 To remove the hard cover from the spare tire insert your key into the wheel lock and pull the wheel lock off Hard Cover 5 69 ...

Page 286: ...ly pry the spare tire cover off the wheel 5 If your vehicle is equipped with a vinyl cover unzip the cover to find the wheel lock Insert the key into the wheel lock and pull it off 6 Using the wheel wrench remove the wheel nut under the lock Vinyl Cover 5 70 ...

Page 287: ...heel wrench 8 Remove the spare tire from the mounting bracket and place it near your flat tire Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 If your vehicle has wheel nut caps remove them by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise 5 71 ...

Page 288: ...2 Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts but don t remove them yet Front Wheel Location Rear Wheel Location 5 72 ...

Page 289: ...Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can cause personal injury and damage to the vehicle If you try to use the jack when it hasn t been raised at least 2 inches 51 mm the jack may not hold up the vehicle and you or others could be injured CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to open the jack at least 2 inches 51 mm before ...

Page 290: ...ime The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a 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 ...

Page 291: ...face 8 Reinstall the wheel nuts with the cone shaped end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 9 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 5 75 ...

Page 292: ...to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications in the Index for wheel nut torque specification Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications in the index for the wheel nut torque sp...

Page 293: ...tore all these in the proper place 1 Store your vehicle s flat or spare tire by mounting it on the tailgate Notice Ensure that the wheel balance weight is on the lower left section of the tire in order to allow proper installation of the spare wheel cover 2 Put the top two wheel nuts back on with the wheel wrench 3 Put the spare tire cover back on if equipped Using the wheel wrench put the wheel c...

Page 294: ...acket and turn the shaft clockwise until the jack is securely held in place Reinstall the trim cover by inserting the cover tabs into the slots Push the cover closed and turn the knob clockwise to secure the cover A Wrench B Jack Handle C Jack CAUTION Make sure the tire is secure Driving with the tire not properly secured could injure pedestrians or damage the vehicle 5 78 ...

Page 295: ...ow the manufacturer s warnings and instructions And always open your doors or windows when you are cleaning the inside Never use these to clean your vehicle Gasoline Benzene Naphtha Carbon Tetrachloride Acetone Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Do not use any of these unless this man...

Page 296: ...rms 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 loose dirt 2 Always clean a whole trim panel or section Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines 3 Follow the directions on the container label 4 Apply cleaner with a clean sponge Do not saturate the material and do not rub it roughly 5 As soo...

Page 297: ...r for this product Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth Then let the leather dry naturally Do not use heat to dry For stubborn stains use a leather cleaner Never use oils varnishes solvent based or abrasive cleaners furniture polish or shoe polish on leather Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If dir...

Page 298: ...h mild soap and lukewarm water Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 30 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your ...

Page 299: ...coat clearcoat paint finish The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are non abrasive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish Notice Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may damage it Use only non abrasive waxes and polishes that are made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish on your vehic...

Page 300: ... If you use an automatic car wash use one with water jets and hanging cloths High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle When you hand wash the top do it in partial shade Use a mild soap lukewarm water and a soft sponge A chamois or cloth may leave lint on the top and a brush can chafe the threads in the top fabric Don t use detergents harsh cleaners solvent or bleaching agents ...

Page 301: ...r piece of tape and then lift it off again keep doing this until all the adhesives lifts off with the sticker or tape Cleaning Aluminum Wheels Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water Rinse with clean water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Don ...

Page 302: ...y If these are not removed corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer o...

Page 303: ...d wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on wipe off Vehicle Care Appearance Materials cont d Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects in one easy step no wiping nec...

Page 304: ... labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label inside the glove box on the door It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is your VIN the model designation pai...

Page 305: ...from short circuits by fuses circuit breakers and thermal links in the wiring itself This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Look at the metallic band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the correct size If you ever have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one J...

Page 306: ...ing headlamps There are spare fuses inside the fuse box If you have electrical failure check here first Fuses Usage P W Power Windows DOM Dome Light Radio Memory TAIL License Plate Light Clearance Marker Lights Instrument Panel Illumination Warning Tone HAZ Hazard Lights Turn Signal IG Oxygen Sensor Heater Cruise Control Ignition Coil Meter G Sensor 5 90 ...

Page 307: ... Windshield Wiper Washer Rear Window Wiper Washer Fuses for the air bags and the heater air conditioning system are located next to the instrument panel fuse block Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located in the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle and protects all electrical loads See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more informat...

Page 308: ...ays Usage 6 Hazard Lamps Rear Combination Lamps Dome Light Horn 7 Cigar Lighter Radio I G Meter Wiper Washer Rear Defroster Turn Signals Back Up Lamps 8 Anti Lock Brake System 9 All Electrical Loads 10 Shift Lock Relay 11 2 5L Engine Only Horn Relay 12 Air Conditioning Compressor Relay 13 Air Conditioning Condenser Fan Relay 14 Air Conditioning 5 92 ...

Page 309: ...olyalkylene Glycol PAG refrigerant oil with dye 0 9 lbs 0 4 kg Automatic Transmission Drain and Refill 2 6 quarts 2 5 L Cooling System 2 0L Engine 2 5L Engine 6 9 quarts 8 5 quarts 6 5 L 8 0 L Differential Front Rear 1 1 quarts 2 3 quarts 1 0 L 2 2 L Engine Oil with Filter 2 0L Engine 2 5L Engine 5 5 quarts 5 8 quarts 5 2 L 5 5 L Fuel Tank Two Door Convertible Four Door Hardtop 14 8 gallons 16 9 g...

Page 310: ...nd plus one half turn with wheel wrench 100 Y Recheck fluid level after filling See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5 23 or Manual Transmission Fluid on page 5 26 When changing the oil filter additional oil may be needed Recheck the oil level after filling See Engine Oil on page 5 16 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap Firing Order 2 0L L4 C Automatic and Manual ...

Page 311: ...quivalent 91176162 or equivalent Passenger Compartment Air Filters 91175923 or equivalent PCV Valve 2 0L Engine 2 5L Engine 91174516 or equivalent 91176183 or equivalent Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Battery 3 volt CR2032 or equivalent Spark Plugs 91176020 NGK IFR5J11 Iridium plug 91173854 NGK BKR6E11 Nickel plug or 91173855 DENSO K20PR U11 Nickel plug 5 95 ...

Page 312: ... NOTES 5 96 ...

Page 313: ...and Services 6 24 At Each Fuel Fill 6 24 At Least Once a Month 6 24 At Least Twice a Year 6 25 At Least Once a Year 6 25 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 28 Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection 6 28 Exhaust System Inspection 6 28 Fuel System Inspection 6 28 Engine Cooling System Inspection 6 28 Throttle System Inspection 6 29 Rear Axle and Front Axle Four Whee...

Page 314: ...s the environment 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 be sure to maintain your vehicle properly Maintenance Requirements Maintenance intervals checks inspections and recommended ...

Page 315: ...u have any doubt have a qualified technician do the work If you want to get the service information see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 11 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 d...

Page 316: ...keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when to schedule them When 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 use...

Page 317: ...ons cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Passenger Compartment Air Filter Inspection If Equipped Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection Automatic Transmission Service severe conditions only Manual Transmission Flu...

Page 318: ...ce on the following pages Long Trip Highway Definition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance are true Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used for trailer towing driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads Use the Short Trip City schedule for these conditions Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highw...

Page 319: ...lter Replacement or every 120 months whichever occurs first These intervals only summarize maintenance services Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100 000 miles 166 000 km should be repeated after 100 000 miles 166 000 km at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle The se...

Page 320: ...ge 5 60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Inspect engine air cleaner filter If necessary replace the filter If vehicle is driven in dusty dirty conditions inspect filter at every engine oil change See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 20 for m...

Page 321: ...Inspection and Rotation on page 5 60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 27 000 Miles 45 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filters...

Page 322: ... transfer case fluid Change differential fluid Replace fuel filter or every 30 months whichever occurs first or sooner if filter is clogged An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect propeller shafts and U joints for looseness and damage or every 15 months whichever occurs first Inspect more frequently if used off road or for pulling a trailer Tighten U joint flange bolts if necessary 33 000...

Page 323: ...r any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 100 000 miles 166 000 km Inspect engine air cleaner filter If necessary replace the filter If vehicle is driven in dusty dirty conditions inspect filter at every engine oil change See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 20 for more information An Emission Control Service See footnote Change manual transmission fluid Change transfer case f...

Page 324: ...32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 100 000 miles 166 000 km Inspect engine accessory drive belts or every 30 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Drain flush and refill cooling system...

Page 325: ...trailer Tighten U joint flange bolts if necessary 63 000 Miles 105 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 66 000 Miles 110 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service If Equipped Inspect passenger compartment air filters Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on pag...

Page 326: ...Change manual transmission fluid Change transfer case fluid Change differential fluid Inspect propeller shafts and U joints for looseness and damage or every 15 months whichever occurs first Inspect more frequently if used off road or for pulling a trailer Tighten U joint flange bolts if necessary 78 000 Miles 130 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emis...

Page 327: ...ter every 100 000 miles 166 000 km Inspect engine accessory drive belts or every 30 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect ignition coil plug cap or every 30 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service D...

Page 328: ...3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service If Equipped Inspect passenger compartment air filters Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 99 000 Miles 165 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 100 000 Miles 166 000 km If you haven...

Page 329: ...ls and the maintenance be recorded A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection on page 6 29 7 500 Miles 12 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 7 5 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 00...

Page 330: ...nformation See footnote 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 7 5 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filters Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or...

Page 331: ...r or every 30 months whichever occurs first or sooner if filter is clogged An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect propeller shafts and U joints for looseness and damage or every 15 months whichever occurs first Inspect more frequently if used off road or for pulling a trailer Tighten U joint flange bolts if necessary 37 500 Miles 62 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 7 5 months...

Page 332: ... 5 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 7 5 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filters Change automatic transmission flui...

Page 333: ... filter or every 30 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect emission system hoses and replace as necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect propeller shafts and U joints for looseness and damage or every 15 months whichever occurs first Inspect more frequently if used off road or for pulling a trailer Tighten U joint flange bolts if necessary ...

Page 334: ... and filter or every 7 5 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 7 5 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filters Inspect engi...

Page 335: ... first An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect propeller shafts and U joints for looseness and damage or every 15 months whichever occurs first Inspect more frequently if used off road or for pulling a trailer Tighten U joint flange bolts if necessary Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 97 500 Miles...

Page 336: ... Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add the proper coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant on page 5 28 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 Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 41 for further details Hood Latch Operation Check Pull the ...

Page 337: ...etter and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 30 Fluid Level Check Check the transfer case axle differential s and automatic or manual transmission fluid levels and add as needed See Rear Axle on page 5 52 Four Wheel Drive on page 5 53 and Automati...

Page 338: ...way and try to start the engine The starter should work only when the clutch is pushed down all the way to the floor If the starter works when the clutch isn t pushed all the way down your vehicle needs service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Befor...

Page 339: ...ase it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake 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 vehic...

Page 340: ...ing 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 floor pan or could le...

Page 341: ...oblem Check the system s and repair the system s if needed Refer to Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6 4 to determine when to change the lubricant Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Also inspect drum brake linings for wear...

Page 342: ...ee Engine Coolant on page 5 28 Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Usage Fluid Lubricant Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent or equivalent Hydraulic Clutch System Hydraulic Clutch Fluid GM Part No U S 12345347 in Canada 10953517 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Parking Brake Cable Guides Chassis Lubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in C...

Page 343: ...on Chassis Lubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Rear Axle All and Front Axle Four Wheel Drive Axle Lubricant GM Part No U S 12345977 in Canada 10953482 or SAE 80W 90 GL 5 gear lubricant Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Ae...

Page 344: ...odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 32 ...

Page 345: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 33 ...

Page 346: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 34 ...

Page 347: ...y Program for Persons with Disabilities 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 8 Reporting Safety Defects 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 10 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 11 Section 7 Customer Assistance Information 7 1 ...

Page 348: ...stomer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left...

Page 349: ...elephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs You can find your specific vehicle infor...

Page 350: ... Chevrolet s Customer Assistance Center United States Customer Assistance Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 1 800 222 1020 1 800 833 2438 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 Fax Number 313 381 0022 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish Fax Number 313 381 0022 From U S Vi...

Page 351: ...e you up to 1 000 toward eligible 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 installers The offer is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease For more ...

Page 352: ...side 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 Toll free number 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 text telephone TTY users call 1 888 889 2438 Free towing for warranty repairs Basic over the phone technical advice Available dealer services at reasonable costs i e wrecker services lo...

Page 353: ...rage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Chevrolet reserves the right to modify or discontinue Basic Care and Courtesy Care at any time The Roadside Assistance Center uses companies that will provide you with quality and priority service When roadside services are required our advisors will explain any payment obligations that may be incurred for utilizing outside services For prompt assi...

Page 354: ... If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait Chevrolet helps minimize your inconvenien...

Page 355: ...overage period but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact you dealer fo...

Page 356: ...rtment of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should immediately notify Transport Canada in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited You may write to Transport Canada 330 S...

Page 357: ...nformation needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle In Canada information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your General Motors dealer or by calling 1 800 GM DRIVE 1 800 463 7483 Owner s Information Owner publications are written specifically for owne...

Page 358: ...6 00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover visit Helm Inc on the World Wide Web at www helminc com Or you can write to Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 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...

Page 359: ...ur Vehicle 5 80 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 82 Finish Damage 5 86 Sheet Metal Damage 5 86 Underbody Maintenance 5 86 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 87 Weatherstrips 5 82 Approaching a Hill 4 20 Ashtrays 3 17 Audio System s 3 37 Care of Your CD Player 3 43 Care of Your CDs 3 43 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 43 Radio with CD 3 38 Setting the Time 3 37 Understanding Radio Reception 3 42 Automa...

Page 360: ... Cargo Cover 2 38 Cargo Lamp 3 16 Center Passenger Position Safety Belts 1 26 Chains Tires 5 66 Charging System Light 3 28 Checking Brake Fluid 5 43 Checking Coolant 5 29 Checking Engine Oil 5 16 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 9 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 61 Check 3 31 Engine Light 3 31 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 86 Child Restraints 1 37 Child Restraint Systems 1 37 Infants and Young Child...

Page 361: ...nvertible Top 2 40 Lowering and Raising the Canvas Top 2 43 Removing and Installing the Rear Window 2 40 Removing and Installing the Side Window 2 41 Coolant 3 31 Engine Temperature Gage 3 31 Heater Engine 2 17 Cooling System 5 33 Cruise Control 3 9 Cupholder s 2 35 Current and Past Model Order Forms 7 12 Customer Assistance Information 7 8 Courtesy Transportation 7 8 Customer Assistance for Text ...

Page 362: ...iving with a Trailer 4 57 Driving 4 30 At Night 4 30 City 4 35 Defensive 4 3 Drunken 4 4 Environment 4 2 Freeway 4 36 Driving cont Hill and Mountain Roads 4 38 In Rain and on Wet Roads 4 32 Winter 4 40 E Easy Entry Seat 1 5 Electrical System 5 89 Add On Equipment 5 89 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 89 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs 3 34 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 5 91 Engine Coolan...

Page 363: ... Automatic Transmission 5 23 Manual Transmission 5 26 Power Steering 5 40 Windshield Washer 5 41 FM 3 42 Folding the Seatback 1 7 Following Distance 4 57 Four Wheel Drive 2 25 5 53 Four Wheel Drive Light 3 35 Front Axle 5 54 Fuel 5 4 Additives 5 5 California Fuel 5 5 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 5 9 Filling Your Tank 5 6 Fuels in Foreign Countries 5 6 Gage 3 36 Gasoline Octane 5 4 Gasoline Sp...

Page 364: ...How to Check and Add Fluid 5 27 How to Check Lubricant 5 52 How to Check Power Steering Fluid 5 40 How to Check 5 23 5 26 5 60 How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 21 How to Use This Manual ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 16 Hydraulic Clutch 5 27 Hydroplaning 4 34 I If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5 32 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5 31 If the Light Is Flashing 3 32 I...

Page 365: ...straint Designed for the LATCH System 1 46 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running 2 29 Leaving Your Vehicle 2 11 Light 3 27 Air Bag Readiness 3 27 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 3 30 Brake System Warning 3 28 Charging System 3 28 Four Wheel Drive 3 35 Malfunction Indicator 3 31 Oil Pressure 3 34 Overdrive Off 3 35 Power Indicator 3 36 Safety Belt Reminder 3 26 Loading Your Vehicle for Off Ro...

Page 366: ...and Lubricants 6 30 Part E Maintenance Record 6 32 Rear Axle and Front Axle Four Wheel Drive Service 6 29 Maintenance Schedule cont Selecting the Right Schedule 6 5 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 6 7 Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection 6 28 Throttle System Inspection 6 29 Using Your 6 4 Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 Maintenance When Trailer Towing 4 59 M...

Page 367: ...rive Off Light 3 35 Overdrive Off 2 22 Overseas Customer Assistance 7 5 Owners Canadian ii Owner s Information 7 11 P Park P 2 28 Shifting Into 2 28 Shifting Out of 2 30 Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission Park P Mechanism Check 6 27 Parking on Hills 4 58 Parking Your Vehicle 2 31 Parking 2 27 Brake 2 27 Over Things That Burn 2 31 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 6 4 Part B Owner Checks ...

Page 368: ...er 3 20 Rear Window Washer Wiper 3 8 Rearview Mirrors 2 34 Reclining Seatbacks 1 3 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 47 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation 2 5 Remote Keyless Entry System 2 4 Removing and Installing the Rear Window 2 40 Removing and Installing the Side Window 2 41 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 5 71 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 5 68 Replacement Bulbs 5 59 ...

Page 369: ... 5 Seats 1 5 Easy Entry Seat 1 5 Manual Lumbar 1 3 Seats cont Manual 1 2 Rear Seat Operation 1 7 Reclining Seatbacks 1 3 Securing a Child Restraint 1 49 Center Rear Seat Position 1 49 Designed for the LATCH System 1 46 Rear Outside Seat Position 1 46 Right Front Seat Position 1 51 Selecting the Right Schedule Maintenance 6 5 Service Bulletins 7 11 Service Engine Soon Light 3 31 Service Manuals 7 1...

Page 370: ...44 Sun Visors 2 14 Supplemental Restraint System SRS 1 54 Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle 1 61 How Does an Air Bag Restrain 1 58 Supplemental Restraint System SRS cont Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle 1 60 What Makes an Air Bag Inflate 1 57 What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates 1 58 When Should an Air Bag Inflate 1 57 Where Are the Air Bags 1 56 T Tachometer 3 26 Tai...

Page 371: ...ultifunction Lever 3 5 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer 4 58 U Underbody Flushing Service 6 27 Understanding Radio Reception 3 42 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 63 United States Customer Assistance 7 4 Used Replacement Wheels 5 65 Using Cleaner on Fabric 5 80 Using the Rear Door Security Lock 2 10 Using the Recovery Hooks 4 45 V Vehicle Identification 5 88 Number VIN 5 88 Service Parts Identific...

Page 372: ...eck and Change Lubricant 5 52 When to Check and Change 5 23 5 26 When to Check and What to Use 5 27 When to Check Power Steering Fluid 5 40 When to Check 5 60 When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 21 When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 4 59 Where to Put the Restraint 1 40 Why Safety Belts Work 1 12 Window Lock 2 14 Windows 2 12 Manual 2 13 Power 2 13 Windshield Washer Flu...

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