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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 safety belt

(if equipped) into the pocket of the rear seatback.

2. Pull the release straps located near the center of

the vehicle to release the seat cushion. Fold the
seat cushion forward.

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Summary of Contents for 2004 Tracker

Page 1: ... 3 26 Audio System s 3 39 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 10 Rear Axle 5 48 Four Wheel Drive 5 49 Bulb Replacement 5 51 Tires 5 55 Appearance Care 5 85 Vehicle Identification 5 93 Electrical System 5 93 Capacities and Specifications 5 98 Normal Maintenance Replaceme...

Page 2: ...ch 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 road driving guidelines in this manual See Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle on page 4 2 and Off Road Drivin...

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 symbols you may find on your vehicle v ...

Page 6: ... NOTES vi ...

Page 7: ...chor Location 1 41 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 42 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 44 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position 1 44 Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position 1 47 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 49 Supplemental Restraint System SRS 1 52 Where Are the Air Bags 1...

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: ...ile you push down on the restraint Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation CAUTION If a head restraint is not installed on the seatback or stored in the vehicle properly it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver People in the vehicle could be injured Remove the head restraints only when you need to fold the seat and be sure that the head restraints are stored securely in their prop...

Page 12: ...go space To fold the rear seats do the following 1 Fold the safety belt buckles and center safety belt if equipped into the pocket of the rear seatback 2 Pull the release straps located near the center of the vehicle to release the seat cushion Fold the seat cushion forward 1 6 ...

Page 13: ... the head restraint fully Press the release button and remove the head restraint from the seatback 4 Store the head restraint 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 1 7 ...

Page 14: ...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 15: ...ou 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 that is not equipped with seats and safety belts ...

Page 16: ...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 Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a sea...

Page 17: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop 1 11 ...

Page 18: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 12 ...

Page 19: ...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 20: ...rious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 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 29 or Infan...

Page 21: ...Don t let it get twisted The shoulder 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 28 Make sure the release butt...

Page 22: ...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 23: ...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 24: ...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 18 ...

Page 25: ...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 19 ...

Page 26: ...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 20 ...

Page 27: ...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 21 ...

Page 28: ... 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 22 ...

Page 29: ... 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 23 ...

Page 30: ...Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position on page 1 15 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 wa...

Page 31: ...d 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 is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 28 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuc...

Page 32: ...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 33: ...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 34: ... 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 35: ...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 36: ...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 37: ...belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must ...

Page 38: ...oesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint 1 32 ...

Page 39: ...lled 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 provide 1 33 ...

Page 40: ...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 41: ...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 42: ...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 36 ...

Page 43: ...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 44: ...hild restraint 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 i...

Page 45: ... 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 for your c...

Page 46: ...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 47: ...ap 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 Don t use a child restraint with a top strap anchor in the right front passenger s posit...

Page 48: ... 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 42 ...

Page 49: ...e located near the base of the seatbacks CAUTION If a LATCH type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points the restraint will not 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 followin...

Page 50: ...straint simply unhook the top tether from the top tether anchorage and then disconnect the LATCH attachments from the LATCH anchorages 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 42 See Top Strap on page 1 39 if the child restraint has one If your child ...

Page 51: ...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 45 ...

Page 52: ...facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child pa...

Page 53: ... restraint in this position The word CENTER is on both the buckle and latch plate Also the center buckle and latch plate are a different color than the two outboard buckles 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 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it al...

Page 54: ...down on the child restraint If you are 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 48 ...

Page 55: ... a right front passenger air bag Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat Here is why CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat A rear...

Page 56: ...vehicle has a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Manual Seats on page 1 2 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Buckle the belt Make ...

Page 57: ...he shoulder belt back into the retractor You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult ...

Page 58: ... a crash if you are not 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 do not replace them Air bags are designed to deploy only in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflate i...

Page 59: ...r 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 p...

Page 60: ...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 54 ...

Page 61: ... 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 62: ...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 63: ...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 64: ...ervice manual see 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 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 bag system Be sur...

Page 65: ...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 66: ...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 67: ...oolant Heater 2 15 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 16 Manual Transmission Operation 2 20 Four Wheel Drive 2 22 Parking Brake 2 24 Shifting Into Park P 2 25 Shifting Out of Park P 2 27 Parking Your Vehicle 2 28 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 28 Engine Exhaust 2 29 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked 2 30 Mirrors 2 31 Manual Rearview Mirror 2 31 Outside Manual Mirrors 2 32 Outside Power Mir...

Page 68: ...h the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children 2 2 ...

Page 69: ...the remote keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation...

Page 70: ...esynchronization under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation following this section If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry System Operation If your vehicle has this feature you can lock and unlock your doors from about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle With the ...

Page 71: ...er won t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works it s probably time to change the battery Notice When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery in the transmitter do the following 1 Use a coin or similar ...

Page 72: ...he doors do not lock and unlock see your dealer for service Doors and Locks Door Locks CAUTION Unlocked doors can be dangerous Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle When a door is locked the handle will not open it You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked So wear safety belts properly and l...

Page 73: ...emote Keyless Entry System previously in this section Power Door Locks If your vehicle has power door locks the switch is located on the driver s door armrest To lock all the doors and the tailgate press the right side of the switch To unlock the doors and the tailgate press the left side of the switch You can lock all doors from the outside by inserting the key into either front door lock cylinde...

Page 74: ... the same to the other rear door lock The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature 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...

Page 75: ...e CO gas can come into your vehicle You can not see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the tailgate open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections 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 tha...

Page 76: ...le with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 2 10 ...

Page 77: ...ower completely Pull up on the switch lightly and release it to stop the window partway Window Lock Press the right side of the switch to activate the lock feature The passenger windows will not operate while this feature is active Press the left side of the switch to return to normal window operation While the window lock switch is engaged the driver s window will still operate but all passenger ...

Page 78: ...our new brake linings are not yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Do not tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer on page 4 57 for more information Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch you can turn it to four different positions LOCK A This is the...

Page 79: ...sories or items plugged into the accessory power outlets It also unlocks the steering wheel and ignition Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed ON C This is the position that the switch returns to after you start your engine and release the switch The switch stays in ON while the engine is running But even while the engine is not running you can use ON to operate your electrical...

Page 80: ...age your starter motor Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 If it doesn t start push the accelerator pedal one third of the way down Hold it there for not more than 15 seconds at a time while you turn your key to START When the engine starts let go of the key and release the pedal Wait about 15 seconds between each try 3 If your engi...

Page 81: ... the electrical cord It is located at the front of the engine compartment on the driver s side CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty three ...

Page 82: ...wheels It s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can t move easily CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever 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 oth...

Page 83: ...utton and move the shift lever into the gear you wish See Shifting Out of Park P on page 2 27 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 with...

Page 84: ...EEL HIGH 4H and 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 ...

Page 85: ...f 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 While driving on hilly winding roads While going down a steep hill To return ...

Page 86: ...tch must be in the P mode and the transmission shift lever 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 FIRST...

Page 87: ...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 88: ...EEL HIGH 2H for most normal driving See Transfer Case following Notice 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 fou...

Page 89: ...king Brake on page 2 24 FOUR WHEEL LOW 4L This setting also 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 an...

Page 90: ...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 91: ...cle 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 are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 57 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 vehi...

Page 92: ...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 93: ...cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever 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 ...

Page 94: ...t of your manual transmission vehicle put your shift lever 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 t...

Page 95: ... vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs were not done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO...

Page 96: ...place this can happen is a garage Exhaust with CO can come in easily NEVER park in a garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 40 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unle...

Page 97: ...e your vehicle will not move See Shifting Into Park P on page 2 25 If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 57 Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror An inside rearview mirror is attached to your windshield The mirror can be adjusted up and down or side to side The mirror may also be equipped with reading lamps The mirror can also be adjusted for day or night driving Pull the tab for ni...

Page 98: ...of the instrument panel You can only adjust the mirrors when the ignition switch is in ON or ACC To adjust the mirrors do the following 1 Move the selector switch to the L left or R right to select the mirror you wish to adjust 2 Press the outer part of the four way control pad located below the selector switch that coincides with the direction you want the mirror to go 3 Return the selector switc...

Page 99: ...irror 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 detent for opening the door Lower the door to the first detent for access to the glove box Pull it to the next detent for further access Cupholder s Two cupholders are on the center conso...

Page 100: ... 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 replacing the fron...

Page 101: ...srails and side rails are damaged Notice Loading cargo on the luggage carrier that weighs more than 100 lbs 45 kg or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage your vehicle Load cargo so that it rests on the slats 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 informati...

Page 102: ...nce net loops to either the forward or the rear hooks Cargo Cover Luggage or other cargo placed in the luggage compartment can be hidden from view by a luggage compartment cover if your vehicle has this feature However the luggage compartment covers are 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...

Page 103: ...Indicators 3 26 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 27 Speedometer and Odometer 3 28 Tachometer 3 28 Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 28 Air Bag Readiness Light 3 29 Charging System Light 3 30 Brake System Warning Light 3 30 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 31 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 3 32 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 3 33 Oil Pressure Light 3 36 Overdrive Off Light 3 37 Four Wheel Drive Light 3 37 ...

Page 104: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 2 ...

Page 105: ...utton If Equipped See Rear Window Washer Wiper under Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 6 K Coinholder If Equipped See Coinholder s on page 2 33 L Outside Power Mirrors If Equipped See Outside Power Mirrors on page 2 32 M Instrument Panel Brightness Thumbwheel See Instrument Panel Brightness under Interior Lamps on page 3 16 N Hood Release See Hood Release on page 5 10 O Instrument Panel Fu...

Page 106: ...azard warning button is located on the instrument panel near the comfort controls Your hazard warning flashers work 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 3 4 ...

Page 107: ...our vehicle has a tilt wheel you can adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter your vehicle The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is located on the left side 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 ...

Page 108: ...When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows do...

Page 109: ...pull the lever toward you to momentarily switch to high beam to signal that you are going to pass When you release the lever the headlamps will return to low beam operation Windshield Wipers Use this lever located on the right side of the steering wheel to operate the windshield wipers and washers OFF Move the lever to OFF to turn off the windshield wipers INT Intermittent Move the stalk to INT In...

Page 110: ...g them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become damaged get new blades or blade inserts Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers A circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload Windshield Washer To wash your windshield pull the stalk with the wiper symbol on it toward you one time When you rele...

Page 111: ...d on page 5 37 Cruise Control If your vehicle has cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control will not set at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h CAUTION Cruise control can be dangerous where you can not drive safely at a steady speed So do not use your cruise control on winding...

Page 112: ... after turning the system on before setting a speed Once the CRUISE ON OFF switch is turned on it will come on each time you start your vehicle until you manually turn if off 2 Accelerate to the speed you want turn the end of the lever to COAST SET and release it the CRUISE light will come on Cruise will not set below 25 mph 40 km h 3 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal 3 10 ...

Page 113: ...ort 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 accelerator pedal to go to a higher speed Turn the switch on the lever down to COAST SET and release it Take your foot off the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed Turn the switch ...

Page 114: ...y 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 pedal or push the clutch pedal if you have a manual transmission Push in the CANCEL button on t...

Page 115: ...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 116: ...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 117: ...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 118: ...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 119: ...ry transmitter 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...

Page 120: ...ccessory plugs may not be compatible to the power accessory outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on the power accessory plugs When adding electrical equipment be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment Notice Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may damage ...

Page 121: ...es If your vehicle has a rear ashtray it is located on the back of the center console Push on the left side of the ashtray The ashtray will turn clockwise for usage To remove the rear ashtray press down on the tab and pull it out Notice If you put papers or other flammable items in the ashtray hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage your vehicle Never put fl...

Page 122: ...r directed to the outboard outlets for the side windows and some air directed to the windshield This lever can also be used to select defog or defrost mode Information on defogging and defrosting can be found later in this section Outside Air Slide the lower right lever to the right for outside air With the lever in this position outside air will circulate throughout your vehicle Recirculation Sli...

Page 123: ... may sometimes notice a small amount of water dripping underneath your vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine This is normal Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity moisture condensing on the cool window glass This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield U...

Page 124: ...ger is activated Be sure to clear as much snow from the rear window as possible The rear window defogger will turn off automatically about 15 minutes after the button is pressed The defogger can also be turned off by pressing the button again or by turning off the engine Notice Using a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window may damage the rear window defogger Repairs would not...

Page 125: ... City Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 7 Passenger Compartment Air Filter All models come equipped from the factory with a slot in the ventilation system that is ready to accept passenger compartment air filters These filters are available for purchase from your dealer You will need to install two filters to provide the proper filtration Both outside and recirculated air flows through these filters...

Page 126: ...ollowing 1 Lower the glove box door then push in the sides of the glove box to completely lower the door to allow access to the slot where the air filters will be installed 2 Lift the top tab on the cover to remove the filter cover 3 24 ...

Page 127: ...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 If you choose not to replace the filter after you remove it driving your vehicle without one will not ...

Page 128: ... on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When...

Page 129: ...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 27 ...

Page 130: ...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 131: ...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 132: ...nditioner 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 hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part isn t working the other part...

Page 133: ...light on can lead to an accident If the light is still on after you have pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system this light will come on when you start your engine and it will stay on for three seconds That s normal If the light comes on when you re driving you don t have anti lock brakes and ...

Page 134: ...reset the system If the light still stays on or comes on again while you re driving your vehicle needs service If the light is on and the regular brake system warning light isn t on you still have brakes but you don t have anti lock brakes The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will ...

Page 135: ...oothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect your vehicle s emission controls and may cause this light to come on Modifications to these systems cou...

Page 136: ...still flashing follow the previous steps and see your dealer for service as soon as possible If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap See Filling Your Tank on page 5 7 The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel c...

Page 137: ...s Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Here are some things you need to know to help your vehicle pass an inspection Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the SERVICE ENGINE SOON...

Page 138: ...ut when you turn the engine to START If it doesn t come on with the ignition on you may have a problem with the fuse or bulb Have it fixed right away Sometimes when the engine is idling at a stop the light may blink on and off This is normal If you make a hard stop the light may come on for a moment This is normal CAUTION Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can bec...

Page 139: ...ART Four Wheel Drive Light If you have four wheel drive this light comes on when the ignition switch is on and the transfer case lever is in one of the four wheel drive positions See Four Wheel Drive on page 5 49 Power Indicator Light This light comes on when the power mode selector switch if equipped is turned to P power with the ignition switch in the ON position This light comes on as a check f...

Page 140: ... 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 of the tank s capacity to fill it The gage moves a little when you turn stop or speed up When you turn the engine off the gage d...

Page 141: ...l 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 vehicle fi...

Page 142: ...ow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there To scan stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for two seconds until you hear a beep The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press either SEEK arrow again to stop scanning To scan preset stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for more than four seconds until you hear two beeps The radi...

Page 143: ...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 144: ...t function or by waiting five seconds for the display to return to time of day Then press and hold the AUDIO button 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 vehic...

Page 145: ...u hold the pushbutton or press it more than once the player will continue moving backward through the CD 2 NEXT Press this pushbutton to go to the next track The track number will appear on the display If you hold the pushbutton or press it more than once the player will continue moving forward through the CD 3 REV Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track Release it...

Page 146: ...e radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first CD Messages If the CD comes out it could be for one of the following reasons It is very hot When the temperature returns to normal the CD should play You are driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smooth the CD should play The CD is dirty scratched wet or upside down The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again Th...

Page 147: ...D is soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution and clean it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the side without writing when handling CDs Pick up CDs by grasping the outer 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 op...

Page 148: ... NOTES 3 46 ...

Page 149: ...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 34 Freeway Driving 4 35 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 36 Highway Hypnosis 4 37 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 150: ...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 151: ...about 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 9 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 152: ...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 How much is too much if someone plans to drive It is a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the p...

Page 153: ... 0 05 percent in both France and Germany The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we have seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the dr...

Page 154: ...in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking CAUTION Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and jud...

Page 155: ... 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 20 m That could be a lot of distance in an emergency so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is important And of course actual s...

Page 156: ...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 you start your vehicle When you start your engine or when you begin to drive away your anti lock brake system will check itself You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on and you may even notice t...

Page 157: ...mputer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly Remember Anti lock does not change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you will not have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even ...

Page 158: ...without locking the wheels If you hear or feel the wheels sliding ease off the brake pedal This will help you retain steering control If you do have anti lock it is different See Anti Lock Brake System in this section In many emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not...

Page 159: ...te Those two control systems steering and acceleration can overwhelm those places where the tires meet the road and make you lose control What should you do if this ever happens Ease up on the brake or accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you want it to go and slow down Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed Of course the posted speeds are based on good weather...

Page 160: ...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 161: ...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 162: ...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 163: ...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 164: ... safer 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 th...

Page 165: ...age 2 34 and Tires on page 5 55 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 166: ...we 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 will 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 vehic...

Page 167: ...ter 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 are 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 not control the...

Page 168: ...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 169: ...traction 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 are there Use your head...

Page 170: ...eel at the 12 o clock position This way you will be able to tell if your wheels are straight and maneuver as you back down It is 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 g...

Page 171: ...AL 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 p...

Page 172: ...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 will not 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 co...

Page 173: ... anti lock Avoid braking so hard that you lock the wheels when going downhill If your wheels are locked you can not 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 I...

Page 174: ...ways 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 if the downhill wheels drop into a rut or depression your vehicle can tilt even more For reasons like these you need to decide carefully whether to try to drive across an incline Just because the trail goes...

Page 175: ...de and the vehicle starts to roll over you will 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 low side of a vehicle stopped across an incline is dangerous If the vehicle rolls over you could be crushed or killed Always get out on the uphill high side of the vehicle and stay well clear of the roll...

Page 176: ... sand 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 is 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 po...

Page 177: ...stall Stalling can also occur if you get your tailpipe under water And as long as your tailpipe is under water you will 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 ...

Page 178: ...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 179: ...cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who does not lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the ...

Page 180: ... wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It is wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank fill...

Page 181: ...vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road Hydroplaning does not happen often But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning ...

Page 182: ... otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires on page 5 55 City Driving One of the bi...

Page 183: ... is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light Freeway Driving Mile for mile freeways also called thruways parkways expressways turnpikes or superhighways are the safest of all roads But they have their own special rules The most important advice on freeway dri...

Page 184: ...ance Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to leave the freeway move to the proper lane well in advance If you miss your exit do not under any circumstances stop and back up Drive on to the next exit The exit ramp can be curved sometimes quite sharply The exit speed is usually posted Reduce your speed according to your speedometer not to your sense of motion After driving for any d...

Page 185: ...t just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Do not let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second an...

Page 186: ...your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transmission These parts can work hard on mountain roads Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill CAUTION If you do not shift down your brakes could get so hot that they would...

Page 187: ...wer gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident You may...

Page 188: ...e scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of 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 4 40...

Page 189: ...til salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Accelerate gently Try not to break the fragile traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more Unless you have the anti lock braking system you will want to brake very gently too If you do have anti lock see Braking ...

Page 190: ...bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you are actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You Are Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably stay with your veh...

Page 191: ...in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go ...

Page 192: ... fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you are stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transmission or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you are stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Do not spin the whe...

Page 193: ...le 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 does not 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 194: ...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 195: ... 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 196: ...nty Do not tow a two wheel drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground Follow these steps 1 Set the parking brake 2 Shift your 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 49 4 Turn the igni...

Page 197: ...e oil in the transfer case Turn the ignition key to ACC Now you can continue towing your vehicle Notice Locking the steering column 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 whee...

Page 198: ...he instrument panel cluster is turned off See Four Wheel Drive on page 5 49 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 199: ...h weight it may properly carry the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification label CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Tire and Lo...

Page 200: ...le 2 the label is on the driver s door lock pillar The Tire and Loading Information label also gives you the size and recommended inflation pressure for the factory installed original equipment tires on your vehicle For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5 55 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 63 There is also important loading information on the Certification label It te...

Page 201: ...ill be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be tr...

Page 202: ...ant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 700 lbs 317 kg Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 5 750 lbs 340 kg C Available Cargo Weight 250 lbs 113 kg Example 1 Example 2 4 54 ...

Page 203: ...t and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Label The certification label is 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 e...

Page 204: ...vered by your warranty Do not overload your vehicle 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 turn or in a crash Put things in the cargo area of y...

Page 205: ...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 206: ...erating your vehicle in THIRD 3 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 H...

Page 207: ...ng a weight carrying 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 ...

Page 208: ...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 209: ...working This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Following 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 sud...

Page 210: ...roperly hooked up the trailer lamps will also flash telling other drivers you re about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the arrows on your instrument panel may flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not It s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still wor...

Page 211: ...ft to PARK P or REVERSE R for a manual transmission 5 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL 6 Release the regular brakes CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly...

Page 212: ... Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engine oil axle lubricant belts cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re traileri...

Page 213: ... 25 Radiator Pressure Cap 5 28 Engine Overheating 5 28 Cooling System 5 31 Power Steering Fluid 5 37 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 37 Brakes 5 39 Battery 5 42 Jump Starting 5 43 Rear Axle 5 48 Four Wheel Drive 5 49 Bulb Replacement 5 51 Halogen Bulbs 5 51 Headlamps 5 51 Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 5 53 Sidemarker Lamps 5 53 Rear Combination Lamps 5 54 Replacement Bulbs 5 55 Tires 5 55 Inflatio...

Page 214: ...91 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 91 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 92 Vehicle Identification 5 93 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 93 Service Parts Identification Label 5 93 Electrical System 5 93 Add On Electrical Equipment 5 93 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 94 Capacities and Specifications 5 98 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 5 100 Engine Drive Belt Routing 5 101 Section 5 Service and Ap...

Page 215: ...is 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 58 You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Part E Maintenance Record on page 6...

Page 216: ...e 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 or higher as soon as possible Otherwise you might damage your engine A little pinging noise when you accelerate or drive uphill is considered normal This does not indicate a problem exists or that a higher octane fuel is necessary If you are using 87 octane or higher octane f...

Page 217: ...ing California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily 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 33 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 con...

Page 218: ... methanol Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered under your warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the ...

Page 219: ...ngine when you are refueling Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some places Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the passenger s side of your vehicl...

Page 220: ... tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill fuel Don t top off or overfill your tank and wait a few seconds after you ve finished pumping before you remove the nozzle Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle on page 5 ...

Page 221: ...ype it may not fit properly This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and may damage your fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 33 Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your veh...

Page 222: ... lever CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release To open the hood do the following 1 Pull the release handle located on the driver s side of the...

Page 223: ...e the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop 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 224: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the engine you ll see 5 12 ...

Page 225: ...id on page 5 20 G Engine Oil Dipstick See Engine Oil on page 5 13 H Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 37 I Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir See Brakes on page 5 39 J Coolant Recovery Tank See Engine Coolant on page 5 25 K Windshield Washer Reservoir See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 37 Engine Oil If the engine oil pressure light appears on the instrument cluster ...

Page 226: ...way Remove it again keeping the tip down and check the level When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the hole at the tip of the dipstick then you will need to add up to two quarts of oil But you must use the right kind This section explains what kind of oil to use For engine oil crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications on page 5 98 Notice Do not add too much oil If your engine...

Page 227: ...What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for two things GM6094M Your vehicle s engine requires oil meeting GM Standard GM6094M You should look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M 5 15 ...

Page 228: ...t symbol on the front of the oil container Notice Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle If you are in an area of extreme cold whe...

Page 229: ... or 7 5 months whichever occurs first Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions will cause engine oil to break down slower What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand clean...

Page 230: ... 50 000 km If you are driving in dusty dirty conditions 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 th...

Page 231: ...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 232: ... 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 233: ...ll give you a more 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 L...

Page 234: ...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 235: ... 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 236: ...stall the filler plug Be sure the plug is fully seated Hydraulic Clutch It is not necessary to regularly check clutch fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system Adding fluid won t correct a leak A fluid loss in this system could indicate 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 che...

Page 237: ...g lights and gages work as they should What to Use Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and coolant that meets GM Specification 1825 M which won t damage aluminum parts You can also use a recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825 M with a complete coolant flush and refill If you use this coolant mixture you don t need to add anything else CAUTION Adding only plain water to your ...

Page 238: ...ice If you use the proper coolant you do not have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system These can be harmful Checking Coolant The coolant recovery tank is located toward the front of the engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location The vehicle must be on a level surface When you...

Page 239: ...oolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank but be careful not to spill it CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine Occasionally check the coola...

Page 240: ...e If the pressure cap is not tightly installed coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle s instrument panel cluster See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3 32 5 28 ...

Page 241: ...ools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool Notice If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged Th...

Page 242: ...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 243: ...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 Do not 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 31 ...

Page 244: ... 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 245: ...xture 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 would not get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and a proper coolant Notice In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator hea...

Page 246: ...he cooling system is cool before you do it CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if y...

Page 247: ...ress down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap 3 Fill the radiator with the proper coolant mixture up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant on page 5 25 for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 The...

Page 248: ... By this time the coolant level inside the radiator 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 ...

Page 249: ... 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 use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure ...

Page 250: ...luid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water does not clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it is very cold This allows for expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely full Do not use engine coolant antifreeze in your windshield washer ...

Page 251: ...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 252: ...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 253: ...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 254: ...ke parts Battery Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free battery When it is time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for battery location Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State o...

Page 255: ...th 12 volt systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles aren t touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you don t want You wouldn t be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set t...

Page 256: ...ing a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add water to take care of that first If ...

Page 257: ...tive will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t connect positive to negative or you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too And don t connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks 6 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the de...

Page 258: ... cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there but the chance of sparks 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 a...

Page 259: ...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 47 ...

Page 260: ...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 261: ... 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 262: ...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 263: ...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 55 for more information A Headlamp B Front Parking and Tur...

Page 264: ... 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 52 ...

Page 265: ...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 266: ... 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 54 ...

Page 267: ...let included with your vehicle s Owner s Manual CAUTION 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 ...

Page 268: ...Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into the sidewall The following illustrations are examples of a typical P Metric and a LT Metric tire sidewall P Metric Tire 5 56 ...

Page 269: ...andards D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture E Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under t...

Page 270: ...n be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load when used in a dual configuration For information on recommended tire pressure see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 63 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 51 D Department of Transportation DOT The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Sa...

Page 271: ...umber indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A two digit number that indicates the tire height to width measurements For example if the tire size aspect ratio is 75 as shown in item C of the illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 75 as high as it is wide D Construction Code A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construct...

Page 272: ...ruction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction E Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches F Service Description The service description indicates the load range and speed rating of a tire The load index can range from 1 to 279 Speed ratings range from A to Z The light truck tire size example above shows dual or single tire confi...

Page 273: ...ion Number TIN an alphanumeric designator which can also identify the tire manufacturer production plant brand and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 51 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 51 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 51 Intended Outboa...

Page 274: ...t for a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead Speed Rating An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximum speed at which a tire can operate Traction The friction between the tire and the road surface The amount of grip provided Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road Treadwear Indicators...

Page 275: ...See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 51 for the location of your vehicle s tire and loading information label Notice Don t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right It s not If your tires don t have enough air underinflation you can get the following Too much flexing Too much heat Tire overloading Bad wear Bad handling Bad fuel economy If your tires have too much air over...

Page 276: ... the pressure is low add air until you reach the recommended amount If you overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve Recheck the tire pressure with the tire gage 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 Tires should be rotated every 5 000 to 8 000 mile...

Page 277: ...eel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 98 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 clo...

Page 278: ...tire if any of the following statements are true You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that can t be repaired well because of the size or location o...

Page 279: ... your tires have an all season tread design the TPC number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different s...

Page 280: ...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 281: ...performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned a...

Page 282: ...hem only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle CAUTION Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others ...

Page 283: ... you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the tires of the drive axle four wheel drive vehicles can use chains on both axles Tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer s instructions If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop and retighten them If the contac...

Page 284: ...emove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training The jack provided with your v...

Page 285: ...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 and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 5 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you can put blocks at the front and rea...

Page 286: ...are stowed in the rear left corner of 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 74 ...

Page 287: ...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 75 ...

Page 288: ...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 76 ...

Page 289: ...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 77 ...

Page 290: ...2 Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts but don t remove them yet Front Wheel Location 5 78 ...

Page 291: ... badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can cause personal injury and damage to the vehicle If you try to use the jack when it hasn t been raised at least two inches 51 mm the jack may not hold up the vehicle and you or others could be injured To help avoid personal injury and vehicle da...

Page 292: ...le by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well 5 Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire 5 80 ...

Page 293: ...f 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 Your wheel could fall off c...

Page 294: ...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 82 ...

Page 295: ...ue 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 specification When y...

Page 296: ...n 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 cover nut back on 4 Put the spare wheel lock back on if equipped and lock it 5 Put the jack jack handle and wheel wrench back into the storage area To stow the jack place it in the storage bracke...

Page 297: ...e vehicle Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle be sure to follow the manufacturer s warnings and instructions And always open your doors or windows when you are cleaning the inside Never use these to clean your vehicle Gasoline Benzene Naphtha Carbon Tetrachloride Acetone Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinne...

Page 298: ...ns on the cleaner label Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set Carefully scrape off any excess stain Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Cleaner on Fabric 1 Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt 2 Alwa...

Page 299: ...n with cool water and allow to dry completely 3 If a stain remains follow the cleaner instructions described earlier Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth Rub with a clean damp cloth to remove dirt You may have to do this more than once Things like tar asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you do not get them off quickly Use a clean cloth and vinyl cleaner See your dealer for this produc...

Page 300: ...ials on page 5 92 Notice If you use abrasive cleaners when cleaning glass surfaces on your vehicle you could scratch the glass and or cause damage to the rear window defogger and the integrated radio antenna When cleaning the glass on your vehicle use only a soft cloth and glass cleaner Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry CAUTION Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it may severel...

Page 301: ...n chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may b...

Page 302: ...ith a full strength glass cleaning liquid The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent Then rinse the blade with water Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary replace blades ...

Page 303: ... your dealer s body and paint shop Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody 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 C...

Page 304: ...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 305: ...el 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 paint information and a list of all production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle Electrical System Add On Electrical Equipment Notice Don t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you ...

Page 306: ...pare fuse you can borrow one Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the size you need Replace it as soon as you can Before replacing a fuse turn every vehicle electrical switch off There are two fuse blocks in your vehicle the instrument panel fuse block and the engine compartment fuse block Instrument Pan...

Page 307: ...eter G Sensor CIG Cigar Cigarette Lighter Radio Power Mirror D L Door Locks STP Brake Light Horn Center High Mounted Stop Lamp Cruise Control FOG Not Used DEF Rear Window Defogger DRL Heater Air Conditioning S H Not Used TRN Turn Signal Back Up Light Hazard Lights WIP Windshield Wiper Washer Rear Window Wiper Washer Fuses for the air bags and the heater air conditioning system are located next to ...

Page 308: ...ment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location For access to the main fuses pull off the cover Fuses Relays Usage 1 Accessory Power Outlet 2 Electronic Fuel Injection System 3 Right Headlamp 4 Left Headlamp High Beam Indicator 5 Heater 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 5 96 ...

Page 309: ... 8 Anti Lock Brake System 9 All Electrical Loads 10 Shift Lock Relay 11 2 5L Engine Only Horn Relay Fuses Relays Usage 12 Air Conditioning Compressor Relay 13 Air Conditioning Condenser Fan Relay 14 Air Conditioning 5 97 ...

Page 310: ...ng Refrigerant R134a and Polyalkylene 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 8 5 quarts 8 0 L Differential Front Rear 1 1 quarts 2 3 quarts 1 0 L 2 2 L Engine Oil with Filter 5 8 quarts 5 5 L Fuel Tank 16 9 gallons 64 L Manual Transmission Four Wheel Drive Two Wheel Drive 1 6 quarts 2 0 quarts 1 5 L 1 9 L 5 98 ...

Page 311: ...d plus one half turn with wheel wrench 100 Y Recheck fluid level after filling See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5 20 or Manual Transmission Fluid on page 5 23 When changing the oil filter additional oil may be needed Recheck the oil level after filling See Engine Oil on page 5 13 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap V6 4 Automatic 0 043 inch 1 1 mm 5 99 ...

Page 312: ...e Air Cleaner Filter 30025009 or equivalent Engine Oil Filter 91176162 or equivalent Passenger Compartment Air Filters 91175923 or equivalent PCV Valve 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 5 100 ...

Page 313: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing 5 101 ...

Page 314: ... NOTES 5 102 ...

Page 315: ...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 316: ...e necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid le...

Page 317: ...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 318: ...maintenance services you should have done and when to schedule them When you go to your dealer for your service needs you will know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before...

Page 319: ...0 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 Fluid Change Transfer Case Fluid Change Differential Fluid Change Propeller Shaft...

Page 320: ...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 321: ...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 322: ...pect passenger compartment air filters Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 64 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 ...

Page 323: ...ngine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 24 000 Miles 40 000 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 page 5 64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 27 000 M...

Page 324: ...r 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 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Change manual transmission flu...

Page 325: ...ission fluid hose or every 45 months whichever occurs first 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 higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do no...

Page 326: ...mpartment air filters Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 57 000 Miles 95 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service If Equip...

Page 327: ... on page 5 18 for more information An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Replace fuel filter or every 30 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Change manual transmission fluid Change transfer case fluid Change differential fluid Inspect emission syst...

Page 328: ... 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 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 18 for more information An Emission Cont...

Page 329: ...air filters Inspect automatic transmission fluid hose or every 45 months whichever occurs first 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 higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi pol...

Page 330: ...st Inspect more frequently if used off road or for pulling a trailer Tighten U joint flange bolts if necessary 93 000 Miles 155 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 96 000 Miles 160 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service If Equipped Inspect passenger compartment air...

Page 331: ...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 64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 00...

Page 332: ...ervice 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 higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do n...

Page 333: ...lange bolts if necessary 37 500 Miles 62 500 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 64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 7 5 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service In...

Page 334: ...ace 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 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 und...

Page 335: ...road or for pulling a trailer Tighten U joint flange bolts if necessary Drain refill and bleed the brake system 67 500 Miles 112 500 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 64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km Change engine...

Page 336: ...assenger compartment air filters Inspect engine accessory drive belts or every 30 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Inspect automatic transmission fluid hose or every 45 months whichever occurs first 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 regular...

Page 337: ...ad or for pulling a trailer Tighten U joint flange bolts if necessary Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 97 500 Miles 162 500 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 64 for proper rotation ...

Page 338: ...Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add the proper coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant on page 5 25 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 37 for further details Hood Latch Operation Check Pull the p...

Page 339: ...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 48 Four Wheel Drive on page 5 49 and Automati...

Page 340: ...ay 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 is not 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 341: ...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 342: ...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 343: ...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 344: ...ification 1825M or approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M See Engine Coolant on page 5 25 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Hydraulic Clutch System Hydraulic Clutch Fluid GM Part No U S 12345347 in Canada 10953517 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Park...

Page 345: ...rements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB 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 Ancho...

Page 346: ...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 347: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 33 ...

Page 348: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 34 ...

Page 349: ... Disabilities 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 5 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records 7 9 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 Assistan...

Page 350: ... Customer 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 l...

Page 351: ... 22203 1804 Telephone 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 ...

Page 352: ... 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 Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Fax Number 313 381 0022 Canada Customer Assistance General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H ...

Page 353: ...tails All TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Assistance Program Security While You Travel 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 As the proud owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle you are automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance program This value added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road Chevrolet s Roadside Assistance toll fre...

Page 354: ... of your location Location of the vehicle Model year color and license plate number Mileage Vehicle Identification Number and delivery date of the vehicle Description of the problem While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service it is added security while traveling for you and your family Remember we are only a phone call away Chevrolet Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV USA 1 800 234 88...

Page 355: ...your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unless of course the problem is safety related 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 s...

Page 356: ...eyond the completion of the repair Generally it is not possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper to Bumper warranty coverage 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 de...

Page 357: ...to improve vehicle crash performance and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehicles and driving safety Unlike the data recorders on many airplanes these on board systems do not record sounds such as conversation of vehicle occupants To read this information special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the SDM is required GM will not access information about a crash eve...

Page 358: ...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 359: ...ir service procedures adjustments and specifications for GM transmissions transaxles and transfer cases RETAIL SELL PRICE 50 00 Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle In Canada information pertaining to Product Ser...

Page 360: ...ations are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 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 su...

Page 361: ...cal Paint Spotting 5 91 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 5 86 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 89 Finish Damage 5 91 Sheet Metal Damage 5 91 Appearance Care cont Underbody Maintenance 5 91 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 92 Weatherstrips 5 88 Approaching a Hill 4 20 Ashtrays 3 19 Audio System s 3 39 Care of Your CD Player 3 45 Care of Your CDs 3 45 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 45 Radio with C...

Page 362: ...2 9 Capacities and Specifications 5 98 Carbon Monoxide 4 40 4 57 2 9 2 29 Care of Safety Belts 5 88 Your CD Player 3 45 Your CDs 3 45 Cargo Cover 2 36 Cargo Lamp 3 17 CD Messages 3 44 Center Passenger Position Safety Belts 1 24 Chains Tires 5 71 Charging System Light 3 30 Check Engine Light 3 33 Checking Brake Fluid 5 40 Checking Coolant 5 26 Checking Engine Oil 5 14 Checking Things Under the Hood...

Page 363: ...90 Cleaning Tires 5 91 Cleaning Vinyl 5 87 Climate Control System 3 19 Air Filter Passenger Compartment 3 23 Outlet Adjustment 3 22 Clutch Hydraulic 5 24 Coinholder s 2 33 Control of a Vehicle 4 7 Convenience Net 2 36 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage 3 32 Heater Engine 2 15 Cooling System 5 31 Cruise Control 3 9 Cupholder s 2 33 Current and Past Model Order Forms 7 12 Customer Assistance Informatio...

Page 364: ...l 4 24 Driving in Mud Sand Snow or Ice 4 28 Driving in Water 4 29 Driving On Grades 4 62 Driving on Off Road Hills 4 20 Driving On Snow or Ice 4 41 Driving Through Deep Standing Water 4 33 Driving Through Flowing Water 4 34 Driving Uphill 4 21 Driving with a Trailer 4 61 E Electrical System Add On Equipment 5 93 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 94 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs 3 35 Eng...

Page 365: ...nging 5 72 Fluid Automatic Transmission 5 20 Manual Transmission 5 23 Power Steering 5 37 Windshield Washer 5 37 Fluid Level Check 6 25 FM 3 45 Folding the Seatback 1 6 Following Distance 4 61 Footnotes 6 7 6 17 Four Door Models 1 24 1 47 Four Wheel Drive 2 22 5 49 Four Wheel Drive Light 3 37 Front Axle 5 50 Fuel 5 4 Additives 5 6 California Fuel 5 5 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 5 9 Filling Y...

Page 366: ...overy Tank 5 33 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 5 35 How to Add Fluid 5 22 5 24 How to Check 5 20 5 23 5 64 How to Check and Add Fluid 5 25 How to Check Lubricant 5 48 How to Check Power Steering Fluid 5 37 How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 18 How to Use This Manual ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 14 Hydraulic Clutch 5 24 Hydroplaning 4 33 I If No Steam Is Coming From Your E...

Page 367: ...ss Entry System 2 3 Keys 2 2 L Lamps Exterior 3 13 Interior 3 16 Lap Belt 1 25 Lap Shoulder Belt 1 15 1 26 LATCH System Child Restraints 1 42 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 44 Leaving Your Vehicle 2 9 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running 2 26 Light Air Bag Readiness 3 29 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 3 31 Brake System Warning 3 30 Charging System 3 30 Four Whee...

Page 368: ...2 Maintenance Schedule cont Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 6 4 Part B Owner Checks and Services 6 24 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 28 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 30 Part E Maintenance Record 6 32 Rear Axle and Front Axle Four Wheel Drive Service 6 29 Selecting the Right Schedule 6 4 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 6 7 Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle...

Page 369: ...ng Devices 3 5 Outlet Adjustment 3 22 Outside Convex Mirror 2 33 Manual Mirrors 2 32 Power Mirrors 2 32 Overdrive Off 2 19 Overdrive Off Light 3 37 Overseas Customer Assistance 7 4 Owners Canadian ii Owner s Information 7 12 P Park P Shifting Into 2 25 Shifting Out of 2 27 Parking Brake 2 24 Over Things That Burn 2 28 Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission Park P Mechanism Check 6 27 Parking on ...

Page 370: ...ity Locks 2 8 Rear Seat Operation 1 5 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions 1 26 Rear Seat Passengers Safety Belts 1 26 Rear Window Defogger 3 22 Rear Window Washer Wiper 3 9 Rearview Mirrors 2 31 Reclining Seatbacks 1 3 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 47 Remote Keyless Entry System 2 3 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation 2 4 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 5 77 Removing the S...

Page 371: ...ety Chains 4 60 Safety Warnings and Symbols iii Scanning the Terrain 4 19 Seats Head Restraints 1 5 Manual 1 2 Manual Lumbar 1 3 Rear Seat Operation 1 5 Reclining Seatbacks 1 3 Securing a Child Restraint Center Rear Seat Position 1 47 Designed for the LATCH System 1 44 Rear Outside Seat Position 1 44 Right Front Seat Position 1 49 Security While You Travel 7 5 Selecting the Right Schedule Maintena...

Page 372: ...ls 5 84 Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 44 Sun Visors 2 11 Supplemental Restraint System SRS 1 52 Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle 1 59 Supplemental Restraint System SRS cont How Does an Air Bag Restrain 1 56 Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle 1 58 What Makes an Air Bag Inflate 1 55 What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates 1 56 When Should an Air Bag Inflate 1 55 Where Are...

Page 373: ... 7 Traveling to Remote Areas 4 18 Trip Odometer 3 28 Turn and Lane Change Signals 3 6 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 3 6 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer 4 62 U Underbody Flushing Service 6 27 Understanding Radio Reception 3 45 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 68 United States Customer Assistance 7 4 Used Replacement Wheels 5 71 Using Cleaner on Fabric 5 86 Using the Rear Door Security Lock 2 8 U...

Page 374: ...When to Change Engine Oil 5 17 When to Check 5 63 When to Check and Change 5 20 5 23 When to Check and Change Lubricant 5 48 When to Check and What to Use 5 24 When to Check Power Steering Fluid 5 37 When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 18 When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 4 64 Where to Put the Restraint 1 38 Why Safety Belts Work 1 10 Window Lock 2 11 Windows 2 10 Man...

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