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California Fuel

If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission
Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it
is designed to operate on fuels that meet California
specifications. If this fuel is not available in states
adopting California emissions standards, your vehicle
will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal
specifications, but emission control system performance
may be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp may
turn on (see “Malfunction Indicator Lamp” in the Index)
and your vehicle may fail a smog

-

check test. If this

occurs, return to your authorized GM dealer for
diagnosis. If it is determined that the condition is caused
by the type of fuel used, repairs may not be covered by
your warranty.

Summary of Contents for BLAZER 2002

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Page 2: ...i 2002 Chevrolet Blazer Owner s Manual Litho in U S A ECopyright General Motors Corporation 06 28 01 Part Number C2211 A First Edition All Rights Reserved...

Page 3: ...Motors of Canada Limited for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you...

Page 4: ...d a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that c...

Page 5: ...nt colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle may be equipped with components and labels that us...

Page 6: ...v These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle...

Page 7: ...vi Model Reference This manual covers these models 2 Door Utility 4 Door Utility...

Page 8: ...s 1 16 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 16 Driver Position 1 22 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 23 Right Front Passenger Position 1 23 Air Bag System 1 31 Center Front Passenger Position Four Do...

Page 9: ...er s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Mov...

Page 10: ...outboard side of your seat Horizontal Control Raise or lower the front of the seat by raising or lowering the forward edge of the control Raise or lower the rear of the seat by raising or lowering the...

Page 11: ...o save your seat cushion and seatback settings by using the following procedure 1 Adjust the driver s seat to a safe and comfortable driving position 2 Press the SET button and then press and hold but...

Page 12: ...a third driver use the seat adjuster switch to adjust the seat Pressing any of the seat adjuster switches the SET button or pressing the desired memory button twice will cause the seat to stop moving...

Page 13: ...er to lock the seatback where you want it Pull up on the lever and without pushing on the seatback the seat will go to an upright position If your vehicle is equipped with the vertical power seat cont...

Page 14: ...t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the...

Page 15: ...pull the seatback forward To return the seatback to the upright position push the seatback all the way back until the latch catches If the seatback was reclined before being folded forward it will re...

Page 16: ...ard on an easy entry seat to be sure it is locked Tilt the seatback completely forward and slide the whole seat forward again to get out of the rear seat Rear Seats Your vehicle has a folding rear sea...

Page 17: ...t position If they haven t see your dealer for service Safety Belts They re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not...

Page 18: ...ckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a...

Page 19: ...1 12 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it...

Page 20: ...1 13 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield...

Page 21: ...nt panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts...

Page 22: ...ey work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up...

Page 23: ...which restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt He...

Page 24: ...s you pull up on the shoulder belt The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less...

Page 25: ...is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase inju...

Page 26: ...ou can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cau...

Page 27: ...be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too...

Page 28: ...sted across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it...

Page 29: ...n it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously inju...

Page 30: ...l air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag But these air bags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal regulations Here a...

Page 31: ...ble while still maintaining control of the vehicle CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts of...

Page 32: ...l The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information How the Air Bag S...

Page 33: ...nd an air bag the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anythin...

Page 34: ...conditions including off road usage Observe safe driving speeds especially on rough terrain As always wear your safety belt See Off Road Driving in the Index for more tips on off road driving What ma...

Page 35: ...thing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but can t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fre...

Page 36: ...o inflate while someone is working on your vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system To purchase a service manual see Service and...

Page 37: ...he front of the vehicle that could keep the air bags from working properly A Yes If you add things that change your vehicle s frame bumper system front end sheet metal or height they may keep the air...

Page 38: ...h Seat Lap Belt If your vehicle has a front bench seat someone can sit in the center position When you sit in the center front seating position you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To mak...

Page 39: ...ositioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbel...

Page 40: ...lightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pul...

Page 41: ...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...

Page 42: ...you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor 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 shou...

Page 43: ...hen installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for sm...

Page 44: ...lastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elast...

Page 45: ...r To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the guide onto the...

Page 46: ...buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure 3 Feed the lap belt into the retractor to tighten it 4 Position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap should...

Page 47: ...ldren up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Infants and Young Children Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by the appropriate...

Page 48: ...hildren who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children...

Page 49: ...raint 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...

Page 50: ...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 secure...

Page 51: ...ack 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 bod...

Page 52: ...child 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 c...

Page 53: ...ore recommends that child restraints be secured in a rear seat outside position including an infant riding in a rear facing infant seat a child riding in a forward facing child seat and an older child...

Page 54: ...less it is anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top strap one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is ava...

Page 55: ...itions are located on the floor in the cargo area of your vehicle If your vehicle is equipped with the rear convenience system there will be plugs covering the anchor brackets To remove the plugs gras...

Page 56: ...aint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The c...

Page 57: ...a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be...

Page 58: ...1 51 Center Seat Positions 4 Door Models Don t use child restraints in these positions The restraints won t work properly Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position...

Page 59: ...l be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the c...

Page 60: ...the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to...

Page 61: ...r 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 v...

Page 62: ...belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs...

Page 63: ...ry close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body wou...

Page 64: ...in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the...

Page 65: ...o wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchora...

Page 66: ...hat says to replace the belt be sure to do so Then the new belt will be there to help protect you in a collision You would see this label on the belt near the door opening If belts are cut or damaged...

Page 67: ...ne Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 26 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 30 Manual Transmission Operation 2 33 Four Wheel Drive If Equipped 2 40 Parking Brake 2 41 Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transmis...

Page 68: ...can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather M...

Page 69: ...aise the window Express Down Window The driver s window has an express down feature that allows you to lower it without holding the window switch Press the down arrow on the switch marked AUTO located...

Page 70: ...them When you close the window be sure the latch catches Keys CAUTION Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even...

Page 71: ...sided key for the ignition endgate spare tire lock two door vehicles and door locks It will fit with either side up When a new vehicle is delivered the dealer provides the owner with a pair of identi...

Page 72: ...lp See Roadside Assistance in the Index for more information Door Locks CAUTION Unlocked doors can be dangerous D Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehi...

Page 73: ...nually unlock a door from the inside slide the lever on the door up D You will see a colored area on the lever when the door is unlocked Power Door Locks If Equipped If your vehicle has power door loc...

Page 74: ...All doors lock None of the doors unlock Press the lock side of the power lock switch on the door panel once and then the unlock side three times D No doors lock None of the doors unlock Press the lock...

Page 75: ...he program mode any time by turning the ignition to RUN the locks will automatically lock and unlock to indicate you are leaving the program mode If the lock unlock switches are not pressed while in t...

Page 76: ...3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle Your keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commis...

Page 77: ...resynchronization is necessary See the instructions that follow D If you re still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Operation UNLOCK When you press UNLOCK the drive...

Page 78: ...go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle any remaining transmitters must also be matched Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitt...

Page 79: ...r window or endgate open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the rear window or endga...

Page 80: ...rt the key into the lock button and turn it counterclockwise All the doors will then unlock If your vehicle is equipped with the keyless entry system your vehicle does not have a lock on the endgate I...

Page 81: ...ock button and turn clockwise All doors will lock Remote Rear Glass Release The REAR HATCH button located to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel allows you to release the rear glas...

Page 82: ...he passenger s side until the glass latch pops open 4 Reattach the carpet securely Endgate Mounted Spare If Equipped If your vehicle has an endgate mounted spare tire carrier you must move the carrier...

Page 83: ...ill be locked and so will your ignition If you have an automatic transmission taking your key out also locks your transmission Also remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot c...

Page 84: ...0 seconds then will turn off to save the battery power Remember the theft deterrent system won t activate if you lock the doors with a key or use the manual door lock It activates only if you use a po...

Page 85: ...rrent system Passlock is a passive theft deterrent system Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is t...

Page 86: ...time your new brake linings aren t yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings D Do...

Page 87: ...on steering wheel and transmission It s a theft deterrent feature You will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK NOTICE If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can t turn...

Page 88: ...c transmission vehicles turn the key to LOCK and pull it straight out Retained Accessory Power RAP Your vehicle is equipped with a Retained Accessory Power RAP feature which will allow certain feature...

Page 89: ...t s a safety feature Starting Your V6 Engine 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engi...

Page 90: ...floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds When the engine starts let go of the key and accelerator If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same...

Page 91: ...g 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...

Page 92: ...ft position indicator within the instrument panel cluster This display must be powered anytime the shift lever is capable of being moved out of PARK P This means that if your key is in OFF but not loc...

Page 93: ...ll even if your shift lever is in PARK P if your transfer case is in NEUTRAL CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL See Four Wheel Drive Aut...

Page 94: ...his position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only CAUTION Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing running at hig...

Page 95: ...but lower fuel economy than THIRD 3 You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on You can...

Page 96: ...s the button again The indicator light on the instrument panel cluster will go out See Tow Haul Mode in the Index for more information Manual Transmission Operation 5 Speed This is your shift pattern...

Page 97: ...lerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to NEUTRAL NEUTRAL Use this position when you start or idle your engine REVER...

Page 98: ...accelerate slowly and shift when the light comes on While you accelerate it is normal for the light to go on and off if you quickly change the position of the accelerator Ignore the SHIFT light when...

Page 99: ...your vehicle s drivetrain Electronic Transfer Case If Equipped If your four wheel drive vehicle has the electronic transfer case the transfer case buttons are to the right of the steering wheel on th...

Page 100: ...ion in NEUTRAL N in vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission or the clutch pedal engaged in vehicles equipped with a manual transmission The preferred method for shifting into 4LO is to have y...

Page 101: ...vehicle is in gear and or moving the 4HI indicator light will flash for 30 seconds but not complete the shift unless the vehicle is moving slower than 3 mph 4 8 km h and the transmission is in NEUTRAL...

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

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

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

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

Page 106: ...ht will come on NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle To release the parkin...

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

Page 108: ...Console Shift Lever 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P position like this D Hold in the button on the lever D Push the lever...

Page 109: ...ve moved the shift lever into PARK P hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you or pressing the button on a consol...

Page 110: ...ver If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the key to OFF 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 3 Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL N 4...

Page 111: ...ciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if D Your exhaust system sounds strange or different D Your vehicle gets rusty underneath D Your vehicle was damaged in a collision D Your vehicle...

Page 112: ...dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you ha...

Page 113: ...bol on the steering wheel pad Tilt Wheel If Equipped A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive If you have the tilt steering wheel you can raise it to the highest level to...

Page 114: ...u to signal a turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will f...

Page 115: ...ime move the turn signal lever to the off position Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high or high to low pull the multifunction lever all the way toward you Then...

Page 116: ...ttings for steady wiping at low speed HI High Speed Turn the band away from you to HI and past the delay settings for wiping steady at high speed Delayed Wiping You can set the wiper speed for a long...

Page 117: ...Washer Wiper This control is located on the instrument panel to the right of the steering wheel To turn the rear wiper on slide the control to either LO or HI For delayed wiping slide the control to...

Page 118: ...akes the cruise control will shut off If you have a manual transmission and you apply your brakes or push the clutch pedal the cruise control will shut off CAUTION D Cruise control can be dangerous wh...

Page 119: ...ever and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course shuts off the cru...

Page 120: ...slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control spee...

Page 121: ...urns on the parking lamps together with the following D Parking Lamps D Sidemarker Lamps D Taillamps D License Plate Lamps D Instrument Panel Lights Headlamps Turning the exterior lamps control to thi...

Page 122: ...t lights does not affect the system The DRL and automatic headlamp system will only be affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting longer than the delay To idle your vehicle with...

Page 123: ...headlamps The DRL system on some vehicles may turn off temporarily while the turn signals are activated To idle an automatic transmission vehicle with the DRL off put the transmission in PARK P To id...

Page 124: ...for this feature is located on the driver s side of the instrument panel next to the exterior lamps control Turn the thumbwheel up to make your instrument panel lights brighter Turn the thumbwheel al...

Page 125: ...lso stay on for approximately 40 seconds after you exit the vehicle unless you lock the doors with the keyless entry transmitter You can also turn the lamps on and off by pressing the button near each...

Page 126: ...running down If the battery run down protection shuts off the interior lamps it may be necessary to do one of the following to return to normal operation D Shut off all lamps and close all doors or D...

Page 127: ...re behind you At night when the glare is too high the mirror will gradually darken to reduce glare this change may take a few seconds The mirror will return to its clear daytime state when the glare i...

Page 128: ...ide Manual Adjust Mirror Adjust your outside mirrors so you can just see the side of your vehicle You can fold them before entering a car wash Pull the mirrors in toward the vehicle Push the mirrors b...

Page 129: ...our vehicle has this feature the driver s side outside mirror will adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you See Electrochromic Day Night Inside Rearview Mirror earlier in this section Heated Outsi...

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

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

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

Page 133: ...new the compass may function erratically If it does CAL Calibration will appear on the display To correct the problem drive in a complete 360 degree circle three times and the compass will function n...

Page 134: ...rear doors Front Storage Area If Equipped If your vehicle has this console compartment squeeze the front lever while lifting the top to open it You can store cassettes and compact discs in the slots i...

Page 135: ...ttes or compact discs and a coinholder Convenience Net If Equipped Youmay have a convenience net in therear of your vehicle to help keep small items like gloves and light clothing in place during shar...

Page 136: ...s side of the vehicle to secure it CAUTION An improperly stored cargo cover could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver You or others could be injured If you remove the cov...

Page 137: ...eople in the vehicle could be injured Be sure to secure the convenience system properly The convenience system located in the rear of your vehicle provides a place to store loose items in your vehicle...

Page 138: ...downs To remove the plugs grasp the edges of the plugs and pull straight out See Child Restraints and Top Strap in the Index for more information on using anchor brackets There are two cutouts E for t...

Page 139: ...loads to the luggage carrier Use GM accessory racks that are compatible with your luggage carrier for transporting sports equipment These are available through your dealer You can adjust the crossrail...

Page 140: ...vehicle capacity and loading see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you re driving check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and cargo are still securely...

Page 141: ...phone or CB radio There are two accessory power outlets located near the center of the vehicle on the lower part of the instrument panel There may also be additional accessory power outlets located be...

Page 142: ...ther things from working as they should This wouldn t be covered by your warranty Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment and never use anything that exceeds the amperage rating When...

Page 143: ...be active See Retained Accessory Power in the Index Press and release the rear side of the switch in the mini console to open the sunroof You can press the forward side of the switch to close the sunr...

Page 144: ...terference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device ma...

Page 145: ...hold the hand held transmitter about 1 to 3 inches 3 to 8 cm away from HomeLink and then press and hold the transmit button on the hand held transmitter Continue to hold both buttons until the indicat...

Page 146: ...0 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com 2 Because of the steps involved it may be helpful to have another person assist in programming the transmitter 3 Press the Learn or Smart button on th...

Page 147: ...le the signal is being transmitted Erasing Channels To erase all three programmed channels hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash approximately 20 seconds Release...

Page 148: ...2 82 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 149: ...rument Panel Cluster D Transfer Case Button If Equipped E Exterior Lamps Control F Fog Lamp Button if equipped G Brake Release H Audio Steering Controls If Equipped I Rear Window Washer Wiper J Rear E...

Page 150: ...et you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you ve used and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically Base Le...

Page 151: ...2 85 Uplevel cluster with Automatic Transmission United States Canada cluster similar...

Page 152: ...how the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero To view t...

Page 153: ...en 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...

Page 154: ...s ready If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If...

Page 155: ...ff all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Voltmeter Gage When your engine is not running but the ignition is on in RUN this gage shows your battery s state of charge in DC volts Wh...

Page 156: ...l economy See Shift Light in the Index Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on when you set your parking brake The light will stay on if your par...

Page 157: ...ill on after you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system this light will come on when you s...

Page 158: ...eck Engine Light in Canada United States Canada Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems This system is called OBD II On Boar...

Page 159: ...ifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty This may also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection Maintenance test This light should come o...

Page 160: ...flashing follow the previous steps and drive the vehicle to your dealer or qualified service center for service If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by...

Page 161: ...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...

Page 162: ...that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not c...

Page 163: ...ou should see your dealer Also see Content Theft Deterrent in the Index for additional information regarding the SECURITY light Service Four Wheel Drive Warning Light If Equipped This light should com...

Page 164: ...ht will come on briefly when you are starting the engine If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving check your coolant temperature and engine oil pressure gages to see if they are in the...

Page 165: ...At the gas station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full D It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half...

Page 166: ...the ignition and move the vehicle the temperature indicated will be the last outside temperature recorded with the ignition on If the outside temperature is 37_F 3_C or lower the display will toggle...

Page 167: ...return to the COMP TEMP mode TRIP Once in the TRIP mode pressing the MODE button will step you through the following TRIP functions D AVG ECON Average Economy The average fuel economy since the last r...

Page 168: ...quipped 3 24 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 29 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System RDS and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3...

Page 169: ...nger area of your vehicle Move the knob clockwise toward the red area for warmer air Move the knob counterclockwise toward the blue area for cooler air Mode Knob The right knob on the control panel al...

Page 170: ...etting directs most air through the windshield defroster outlets and some through the floor ducts Air Conditioning On hot days open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape This reduces th...

Page 171: ...windshield quickly in extreme humid or cold conditions Turn the temperature knob clockwise and move the fan knob toward high Rear Window Defogger If Equipped If your vehicle has this feature the rear...

Page 172: ...or mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed use vent mode to direct outside air through your vehicle Airflow is through the instrument panel outlets Your vehicle s ventilatio...

Page 173: ...ll get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all of its controls to be sure you re getting the most out of the a...

Page 174: ...minute buttons at the same time for two seconds until UPDATED and the clock symbol appears on the display If the time is not available from the station NO UPDAT will appear on the display instead RDS...

Page 175: ...seven FM2 by performing the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select AM FM1 or FM2 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press SET SET will appear on the display 5 Press one of the four...

Page 176: ...speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Turn the control ring behind the lower knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers The middle position balances the s...

Page 177: ...ne of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning presets The channel number P1 P6 will appear momentarily just before the frequency is displayed The radio will scan preset stations with a strong signal on...

Page 178: ...st the balance between the right and left speakers press and release AUDIO until BAL appears on the display Then press and hold the up arrow to move the sound to the right speakers or the down arrow t...

Page 179: ...em has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CAL appears on the display it means that your radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and must be returned to the dealership...

Page 180: ...rming the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select AM FM1 or FM2 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press SET SET will appear on the display 5 Press one of the four pushbuttons within...

Page 181: ...ach side Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player Once the tape is playing use the VOLUME BAL FADE BASS and TREB controls just as you do for the radio If an error appea...

Page 182: ...ress and hold the REV and FWD buttons at the same time for three seconds The tape symbol on the display will flash showing that the broken tape detection feature is no longer active This override rout...

Page 183: ...ed position when you re not using it SEEK Press the right or left arrow to seek to the next or previous station and stay there The radio will seek to stations with a strong signal only The sound will...

Page 184: ...ASS Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob clockwise to increase bass and counterclockwise to decrease bass TREB Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob clockwise to increase...

Page 185: ...in playing Once the tape is playing use the VOL AUTO TONE BAL FADE BASS and TREB controls just as you do for the radio The tape symbol and a direction arrow will be on the display whenever a tape is b...

Page 186: ...the tape The radio will play the last selected station while forwarding the tape The tape direction arrow will blink while in forward mode AM FM Press this button to listen to the radio when playing a...

Page 187: ...cating the feature is active 4 Insert the adapter into the cassette slot It will power up the radio and begin playing This override routine will remain active until the EJECT button is pressed AM FM S...

Page 188: ...ack into its stored position when you re not using it SEEK Press the right or left arrow to seek to the next or previous station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking To scan stations press...

Page 189: ...o their stored positions when you re not using them Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL Balance Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob clockwise to adjust sound to the right speakers...

Page 190: ...the tape The radio will play the last selected station while reversing the tape The tape direction arrow will blink while in reverse mode D5 Dolby Press this pushbutton to reduce cassette tape noise...

Page 191: ...e the following steps 1 Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press and hold the TAPE AUX button for five seconds The tape symbol on the display will flash for two seconds indic...

Page 192: ...stations Push the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it SEEK Press the right or left arrow to seek to the next station or previous station and stay there The radio will seek to...

Page 193: ...SS Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob clockwise to increase bass and counterclockwise to decrease bass TREB Treble Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob clockwise to inc...

Page 194: ...re than once the disc will advance further Sound is muted in this mode 2 RDM Random Press this pushbutton to play the tracks on the disc in random order RANDOM will appear on the display Press this pu...

Page 195: ...ing at the point where it stopped EJECT Press this button to eject the disc from the player and play the radio When the same or a new disc is inserted the disc will start playing on track one If a com...

Page 196: ...noise as you drive Set the volume at the desired level Press this button to select LOW MEDIUM or HIGH AVOL will appear on the display The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive...

Page 197: ...scan mode The channel number P1 through P6 will appear with the frequency In FM mode this function will scan through the current band such as FM1 or FM2 The radio will scan preset stations with a str...

Page 198: ...o the middle position AUTO TONE This feature allows you to choose preset bass and treble equalization settings designed for country western jazz talk pop rock and classical stations Each time you pres...

Page 199: ...mergencies and D receive and display messages from radio stations RDS features are only available on FM stations which broadcast RDS information The RDS features of your radio rely on receiving specif...

Page 200: ...ear on the display and the radio will return to the last station you were listening to AM FM Alternate Frequency Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same prog...

Page 201: ...ntil the message is completed To scroll through the message at your own speed press the INFO button again for less than one second A new group of words will appear on the display Once the complete mes...

Page 202: ...urs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected contact your dealer Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in and the disc should begin playi...

Page 203: ...l appear on the display RDM T and the track number will appear on the display when each track starts to play Press RDM again to turn off random play RDM OFF will appear on the display SEEK Press the l...

Page 204: ...y D The disc is upside down D It is dirty scratched or wet D The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again D If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD...

Page 205: ...this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display will show your selection TUNE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to choose radio stations Push the knob back into its stored positi...

Page 206: ...not using them Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL Balance Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob clockwise to adjust sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise to adjust sound...

Page 207: ...more than once the player will continue moving forward or backward through the CD RECALL Press this button to see what track is playing Press it again within five seconds to see how long the CD has be...

Page 208: ...D The disc is upside down D It is dirty scratched or wet D It is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again D If it s very hot When the temperature returns to normal the disc should play D If t...

Page 209: ...automatic volume select OFF Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display will show your selection A TUNE Turn this knob to choose radio stations A SEEK Press...

Page 210: ...AUDIO knob until BASS or TREB appears on the display Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease The display will show the bass or treble level If a station is weak or noisy y...

Page 211: ...Using RDS Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System RDS RDS is a system that receives data along with the audio of the FM station you are currently tuned to You can use RDS to display pr...

Page 212: ...ogram Type PTY you want to listen to SEEK TYPE and a PTY will appear on the display Press the SEEK TYPE button and the radio will seek to the first RDS broadcaster of the selected program type If the...

Page 213: ...plete message has been displayed the information icon will disappear from the display until another new message is received The old message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button until a new mes...

Page 214: ...APE and an arrow showing which side of the tape is playing If you want to insert a tape when the ignition is off first press EJT or DISP If an error appears on the display see Cassette Tape Messages l...

Page 215: ...ay the other side of the tape 6 D Dolby Press this pushbutton to reduce background noise NR ON will appear on the display Press it again to turn Dolby NR off NR OFF will appear on the display Dolby No...

Page 216: ...if an error can t be corrected contact your dealer Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in and the disc should begin playing The display wi...

Page 217: ...appear on the display A SEEK Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current or previous track Press the right arrow to go to the start of the next track If either of the arrows is held or pre...

Page 218: ...s to normal the disc should play D The disc is upside down D It is dirty scratched or wet D The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again D If the CD is not playing correctly for any ot...

Page 219: ...ignition off will display the clock Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE Turn this knob to select radio stations tSEEK u Pr...

Page 220: ...m If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To adjust bass midrange or treble to the middle position select BASS MID or TREB and push and hold the AUDIO knob The radio will pro...

Page 221: ...e one beep and CENTERED will appear on the display Using RDS Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System RDS RDS mode gives you many useful new features With RDS the radio can do the follow...

Page 222: ...ype format is broadcast AM FM Alternate Frequency Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type Press and hold AM FM for two seconds to turn alternate...

Page 223: ...y three seconds press this button again A new group of words will appear on the display Once the complete message has been displayed INFO will disappear from the display until another new message is r...

Page 224: ...s You will hear a beep and the light located to the right of the slot will begin to flash 3 Once the light stops flashing and turns green load a disc Insert a disc partway into the slot label side up...

Page 225: ...CD will be displayed You can now remove the disc If the disc is not removed after 25 seconds the disc will be automatically pulled back into the receiver If you try to push the disc back into the rece...

Page 226: ...the desired preset equalization setting while playing a compact disc The equalization will be automatically set whenever you play a compact disc See AUTO EQ listed previously for more information tSEE...

Page 227: ...y If S LIST is present press the SONG LIST button to turn it off 3 Select the desired disc by pressing the numbered pushbutton and then use the SEEK SCAN right arrow button to locate the track that yo...

Page 228: ...ep will be heard followed by two beeps after two seconds and a final beep will be heard after four seconds S LIST EMPTY will appear on the display indicating that the song list has been deleted If a d...

Page 229: ...ssengers have control of the volume for each set of headphones Be aware that the front seat audio controls always have priority over the RSA controls If the front seat passengers switch the source for...

Page 230: ...e While listening to a CD press the right arrow to hear the next track on the CD Press the left arrow to go back to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played The SEEK butto...

Page 231: ...this button to go to the other side of the tape D When a CD is playing in the CD changer press this button to select the next disc TAPE CD Press this button to switch between playing a tape or CD and...

Page 232: ...e selection The tape direction arrow will blink during the SEEK operation and the sound is muted in this mode 3 NEXT Press this pushbutton or the right SEEK arrow in the direction that the lighted tap...

Page 233: ...om one side of the tape to the other EJECT Press this button on the remote player to remove the tape EJECT can be used with either the ignition or radio off Also you must press EJECT before loading a...

Page 234: ...y to the left for the front console mounted changer push the door to the left and it will close automatically When the CD magazine is loaded the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine T...

Page 235: ...ntinue moving forward through the disc The sound will mute while seeking REV 4 Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly through a track Release it to resume playing FWD 6 Forward Pres...

Page 236: ...more than once the player will continue moving forward through the disc The sound will mute while seeking REV 4 Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly through a track Release it to...

Page 237: ...ss RECALL to make ERR go off the display If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer Theft Deterrent Feature If Equipped THEFTLOCKR is designed to discourage...

Page 238: ...radio off 4 Press the 1 and 4 pushbuttons at the same time Hold them down until shows on the display Next you will use the secret code number which you have written down 5 Press MN and 000 will appear...

Page 239: ...to wait an hour with the ignition on before you can try again When you try again you will only have three chances to enter the correct code before INOP appears If you lose or forget your code contact...

Page 240: ...Number VIN If the radio is moved to a different vehicle it will not operate and LOCKED or LOC will be displayed When the radio and vehicle are turned off the blinking red light indicates that THEFTLO...

Page 241: ...to increase or decrease volume Understanding Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however can cause stations to interfere with...

Page 242: ...Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio be sure you can ad...

Page 243: ...sound quality clean the tape player The recommended cleaning method for your cassette tape player is the use of a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as...

Page 244: ...indicator was reset Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced Care of...

Page 245: ...reset Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust If the surface of a disc is soiled dampen a...

Page 246: ...4 Drunken Driving 4 7 Control of a Vehicle 4 7 Braking 4 10 Steering 4 12 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 14 Loss of Control 4 15 Off Road Driving with Your Four Wheel Drive Vehicle 4 30 Driving at N...

Page 247: ...many types of crashes including a rollover crash Driver Behavior The single most important thing is this everyone in the vehicle including the driver should buckle up See Safety Belts in the Index In...

Page 248: ...icles This means that you shouldn t expect a utility vehicle to handle the same way a vehicle with a lower center of gravity like a car would in similar situations But driver behavior factors are far...

Page 249: ...these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving In recent years about 16 000 annual motor vehicle related deaths have been associated with the use of alcohol with more than 300 00...

Page 250: ...inking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means t...

Page 251: ...right answer What if there s an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the co...

Page 252: ...up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with...

Page 253: ...your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may...

Page 254: ...about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The comp...

Page 255: ...ort Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here s why Experienced driver...

Page 256: ...f the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and find a truck...

Page 257: ...a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder whil...

Page 258: ...dicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic D Do not g...

Page 259: ...r to get ahead of you Perhaps you can ease a little to the right Loss of Control Let s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleratio...

Page 260: ...pery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remember Any a...

Page 261: ...eaviest things should be on the load floor and forward of your rear axle Put heavier items as far forward as you can D Be sure the load is secured properly so driving on the off road terrain doesn t t...

Page 262: ...make sure all refuse is removed from any campsite before leaving D Take extreme care with open fires where permitted camp stoves and lanterns D Never park your vehicle over dry grass or other combust...

Page 263: ...nce Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off road driving One of the best ways to control your vehicle is to control your speed Here are some things to keep in mind At higher speeds D you...

Page 264: ...ects later D 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...

Page 265: ...e 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 top but you may not...

Page 266: ...e traction slide sideways and possibly roll over You could be seriously injured or killed When driving up hills always try to go straight up D Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill...

Page 267: ...ering wheel at the 12 o clock position This way you ll be able to tell if your wheels are straight and maneuver as you back down It s best that you back down the hill with your wheels straight rather...

Page 268: ...e to NEUTRAL when you leave the vehicle Leave it in some gear CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P or if you have the manu...

Page 269: ...reek bank or even a river bottom with large rocks If you decide you can go down a hill safely then try to keep your vehicle headed straight down and use a low gear This way engine drag can help your b...

Page 270: ...ssion in NEUTRAL N or with the clutch pedal pressed down in a manual shift This is called free wheeling Your brakes will have to do all the work and could overheat and fade Q Am I likely to stall when...

Page 271: ...downhill slide or a rollover D Surface conditions can be a problem when you drive across a hill Loose gravel muddy spots or even wet grass can cause your tires to slip sideways downhill If the vehicl...

Page 272: ...ng on an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you re crossing an incline be sure you and your passengers get out on the uphill side even if the door there is harder to open If you get out on the downhi...

Page 273: ...tion Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction On these surfaces it s very easy to lose control On wet ice for example the traction is so poor that you will have difficulty accelerating A...

Page 274: ...away the ground from under your tires and you could lose traction and roll the vehicle over Don t drive through rushing water See Driving Through Water in the Index for more information on driving th...

Page 275: ...iew mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you D Since you can t see as well you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles D Slow down especially on higher spe...

Page 276: ...th misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glare at night is made much w...

Page 277: ...t 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 har...

Page 278: ...in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes wor...

Page 279: ...r that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing wa...

Page 280: ...city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip D Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy...

Page 281: ...into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you ar...

Page 282: ...ave it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some...

Page 283: ...leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips D Make sure your vehicle is wel...

Page 284: ...AUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then h...

Page 285: ...reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you proper...

Page 286: ...nti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have an anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dr...

Page 287: ...ummon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe D Turn on your hazard flashers D Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow D Put on extra clothing or w...

Page 288: ...o restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start...

Page 289: ...al advice and equipment recommendations D Is your vehicle ready to be towed Just as you would prepare your vehicle for a long trip you ll want to make sure your vehicle is prepared to be towed See Bef...

Page 290: ...ttery from draining while towing remove the RDO BATT and CLSTR fuses from the instrument panel fuse block Be sure to replace the fuse when you reach your destination See Fuses and Circuit Breakers in...

Page 291: ...d be marked and the propeller shaft removed following the applicable service manual removal installation procedure See Service and Owner Publications in the Index Dust or dirt can enter the back of th...

Page 292: ...e the parking brake is firmly set before you shift the transfer case into NEUTRAL If your vehicle has four wheel drive it cannot be dolly towed A four wheel drive vehicle must be towed by flatbed Load...

Page 293: ...n Tire label or consult your dealer for additional details 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...

Page 294: ...d driving in this manual See Loading Your Vehicle for Off Road Driving in the Index Payload The payload capacity is shown on the Certification Tire label This is the maximum load capacity that your ve...

Page 295: ...ion about towing a trailer with your vehicle Additional rear axle maintenance is required for a vehicle used to tow a trailer See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index To identify what the vehic...

Page 296: ...first 500 miles 800 km that you tow a trailer don t drive over 50 mph 80 km h and don t make starts at full throttle This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier load...

Page 297: ...haul mode has been selected See Tow Haul Mode Light in the Index The tow haul mode is automatically turned off each time the vehicle is started The tow haul mode is most effective when the vehicle an...

Page 298: ...and options Vehicle Axle Ratio Max Trailer Wt GCWR Two Wheel Drive Two Door Auto Trans 3 42 5 700 lbs 2 587 kg 9 500 lbs 4 313 kg Two Wheel Drive Two Door Xtreme Blazer Auto Trans 3 42 2 000 lbs 907...

Page 299: ...632 kg Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming the driver and one passenger are in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment The weight of additional optional equipment p...

Page 300: ...you may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you will tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Lo...

Page 301: ...sons why you ll need the right hitch Here are some rules to follow D If you ll be pulling a trailer that when loaded will weigh more than 3 500 lbs 1 589 kg be sure to use a properly mounted weight di...

Page 302: ...han 1 000 lbs 450 kg loaded then it needs its own brakes and they must be adequate Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintain t...

Page 303: ...culates the air inside your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you ll want to get to know your rig...

Page 304: ...bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and i...

Page 305: ...ld get hot and no longer work well If you have an automatic transmission you can tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the transmission to THIRD 3 or if necessary a lower gear selection if the transmis...

Page 306: ...shift into PARK P or REVERSE R for a manual transmission 5 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle with an automatic transfer case be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL 6 Release...

Page 307: ...Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are auto...

Page 308: ...wing color code chart when connecting the wiring harness to your trailer D Dark Blue Use for electric trailer brakes or auxiliary wiring eight wire harness only D Red Use for battery charging it conne...

Page 309: ...n occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 8 Engine Overheating 5 10 Cooling System 5 18 Engine Fan Noise 5 18 If a Tire Goes...

Page 310: ...warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn...

Page 311: ...ty to burn you If you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by yo...

Page 312: ...rt procedure Put an automatic transmission in PARK P or a manual transmission in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is not in NEU...

Page 313: ...place with water and get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jum...

Page 314: ...ood battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes...

Page 315: ...ries it probably needs service NOTICE Damage to your vehicle may result from electrical shorting if jumper cables are removed incorrectly To prevent electrical shorting take care that they don t touch...

Page 316: ...ect the red positive cable from the other vehicle Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance in th...

Page 317: ...aged The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam the problem may not be too serious S...

Page 318: ...speed is about twice as fast as normal idle speed for at least three minutes while you re parked If you still have the warning turn off the engine and get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools d...

Page 319: ...e parts can be very hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you cou...

Page 320: ...o the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at the ADD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR engine coolant at the coolant reco...

Page 321: ...hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the ADD m...

Page 322: ...ey 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...

Page 323: ...ap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop...

Page 324: ...ture up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to ADD mark 5 Put the cap back on the...

Page 325: ...diator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pr...

Page 326: ...s unusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a bl...

Page 327: ...hicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put an automatic transmission shift lever in PARK P or shift a manual transmission to FIRST 1 or REVERSE R 3 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle b...

Page 328: ...ehicle See Spare Tire or Compact Spare Tire later in this section for more information about the spare 1 To remove your jack cover pull up on the latch es on the cover Remove the wheel blocks jack and...

Page 329: ...ed If you have an inside mounted spare tire the tire must be removed in order to have access to the jack storage To remove an inside mounted spare tire reach into your tire s cover and unscrew the win...

Page 330: ...l the lock case straight off It is not necessary to turn the key Put the spare tire near the flat tire The tools you ll be using include the jack A and wheel wrench B Your vehicle may also have an opt...

Page 331: ...olded into them The wheel wrench won t fit these imitation nuts so don t try to remove them with the socket end of the wheel wrench If you have individual wheel nut caps that cover each nut they must...

Page 332: ...g the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 2 Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the jack lift head 3 Fit the jack into the appropriate hole nearest the flat tire A Front F...

Page 333: ...k improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising...

Page 334: ...can make the 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 the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle...

Page 335: ...off causing a serious accident 7 Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface 8 Put the nuts on by hand Make sure the rounded end is toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held...

Page 336: ...5 28 9 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 10 Use the wrench to tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown...

Page 337: ...If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 lb ft 140 N m NOTICE Improperl...

Page 338: ...all these in the proper place NOTICE An aluminum wheel with a flat tire should always be stored under the vehicle with the hoist However storing it that way for an extended period could damage the wh...

Page 339: ...e through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft 4 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle Continue turning the wheel wrench until the tire is secure and the cable is t...

Page 340: ...iagram for the inside mounted spare A Spare or Flat Tire B Retainer C Nut D Wheel Carrier E Hook Follow this diagram for the rear mounted spare A Wheel Carrier B Spare or Flat Tire C Wheel Nut and Loc...

Page 341: ...the wheel carrier to 22 to 32 lb ft 30 to 40 N m CAUTION Make sure the tire and carrier are secure Driving with the tire or carrier unlatched could injure pedestrians or damage the vehicle 7 Return t...

Page 342: ...Appearance Package RPO V4A the spare tire is smaller than your vehicle s original road tires so don t include the spare in the tire rotation Compact Spare Tire If Equipped The compact spare tire is a...

Page 343: ...heels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be...

Page 344: ...on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear By slowly spinning your wheels in the forward and reverse directions you will cause a rocking motion that may free your vehicle If that doesn...

Page 345: ...e straight out Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back NOTICE Never use the recovery hooks to tow...

Page 346: ...lter 6 17 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 20 Manual Transmission Fluid 6 21 Hydraulic Clutch 6 22 Rear Axle 6 23 Four Wheel Drive If Equipped 6 25 Engine Coolant 6 29 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 29 Power S...

Page 347: ...ou want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manua...

Page 348: ...ance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Fuel Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher If the octane is less than 87...

Page 349: ...in states adopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfuncti...

Page 350: ...thing to your fuel Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to contribute to clean air General Motors recommends that you use...

Page 351: ...le Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline The fuel cap is behind a hinged door on driver s side of your vehicle While refueling hang the fuel cap by the tether from the hook on th...

Page 352: ...ide of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the fuel cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can determin...

Page 353: ...ehicle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground D Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be main...

Page 354: ...ainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop Remove the hood prop f...

Page 355: ...olant Recovery Tank C Engine Oil Dipstick D Engine Oil Fill E Automatic Transmission Dipstick If Equipped F Power Steering Reservoir G Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir H Engine Air Cleaner Filter I Clu...

Page 356: ...d in the engine compartment toward the passenger side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes...

Page 357: ...nformation on the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you re through What...

Page 358: ...l with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty GM GoodwrenchR oil m...

Page 359: ...d go traffic D You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle D The vehicle is used for delivery service police taxi or other commercial application Driving under these condition...

Page 360: ...ean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of...

Page 361: ...cleaner filter cover Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the engine air cleaner filter See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index CAUTION Operating the engine with the...

Page 362: ...not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km See Scheduled Maintenance Services in How to Check Because this operation can be a little d...

Page 363: ...ehicle has been sitting for eight hours or more with the engine off but this is used only as a reference Let the engine run at idle for five minutes if outside temperatures are 50_F 10_C or more If it...

Page 364: ...ee Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location 1 Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the w...

Page 365: ...e fluid level as described under How to Check D When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place Manual Transmissi...

Page 366: ...to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index 1 Remove the filler plug 2 Add fluid at the filler plug hole Add only enough fluid...

Page 367: ...the bottom of the diaphragm when it s in place in the reservoir See the instructions on the reservoir cap Rear Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine ho...

Page 368: ...need lubrication Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant See Periodic Maintenance Inspections in the Index How to Check Lu...

Page 369: ...nge it See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug ho...

Page 370: ...eating in the Index A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant will D Give freezing protection down to 34_F 37_C D Give boiling protection up to 265_F 129_C D Protect against rust...

Page 371: ...engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NO...

Page 372: ...nger side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at AD...

Page 373: ...to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank but be careful not to spill it CAUTION...

Page 374: ...ly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck Power Steering Fluid The power...

Page 375: ...Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be between the ADD and FULL marks If necessary add only enough fluid t...

Page 376: ...r fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water D Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other part...

Page 377: ...your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll hav...

Page 378: ...not over the MAX mark What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only Alway...

Page 379: ...sh it off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake Wear Your vehicle has four wheel disc brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the...

Page 380: ...el This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Adjustment Every time you make a brake stop your disc brakes adjust for wear Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex Its...

Page 381: ...alifornia to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Vehicle Storage If you re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more remove the black negative cable from the battery...

Page 382: ...artment Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside 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...

Page 383: ...to remove it 6 Put the new bulb socket assembly into the headlamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight 7 Plug in the electrical connector 8 Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle...

Page 384: ...dlamp assembly out 4 Turn the bulb socket assembly counterclockwise to remove it 5 Put the new bulb socket assembly into the headlamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight 6 Plug in the ele...

Page 385: ...place 5 Put the bulb socket into the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight 6 Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle 7 Install the two retaining clips 8 Close the hood Two Piec...

Page 386: ...e socket until it snaps into place 7 Reinstall the harness bulb socket with the new bulb into the headlamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight 8 To reinstall the assembly snap the outboar...

Page 387: ...clockwise until it locks in place 8 Install the lamp assembly and tighten the screws 9 Close the endgate Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a...

Page 388: ...from the blade assembly The insert has two notches at one end that are locked by the bottom claws of the blade assembly At the notched end pull the insert from the blade assembly 4 To install the new...

Page 389: ...wiper arm hook Pull up until the pivot locking tab locks in the hook slot 7 Carefully lower the wiper arm and blade assembly onto the windshield Backglass Wiper Blade Replacement See Windshield Wiper...

Page 390: ...serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious inj...

Page 391: ...driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km 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 follow...

Page 392: ...on Tires should be rotated every 6 000 to 8 000 miles 10 000 to 13 000 km Any time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires...

Page 393: ...on the Certification Tire label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can ma...

Page 394: ...re if any of the following statements are true D You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire D You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber D The tread or sidewa...

Page 395: ...hose not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you...

Page 396: ...fety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under contr...

Page 397: ...of 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 Excessi...

Page 398: ...ce them 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 o...

Page 399: ...e without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes suspension or other vehicle parts The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or...

Page 400: ...u re cleaning the inside Never use these to clean your vehicle D Gasoline D Benzene D Naphtha D Carbon Tetrachloride D Acetone D Paint Thinner D Turpentine D Lacquer Thinner D Nail Polish Remover They...

Page 401: ...Always clean a whole trim panel or section Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines 3 Follow the directions on the container label 4 Apply cleaner with a clean sponge Don t saturate the mater...

Page 402: ...leaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth Then let the leather dry naturally Do not use heat to dry D For stubborn stains use a...

Page 403: ...e to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner wi...

Page 404: ...months During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle...

Page 405: ...sive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish NOTICE Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks Foreign materials s...

Page 406: ...soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Don t take...

Page 407: ...y have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the fr...

Page 408: ...6 63 GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials...

Page 409: ...d the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Se...

Page 410: ...p wiring is protected by an internal circuit breaker An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right...

Page 411: ...blem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and...

Page 412: ...ule Heated Seats 4 Gages Body Control Module Instrument Panel Cluster 5 Parking Lamps Power Window Switch Body Control Module Ashtray Lamp 6 Steering Wheel Radio Controls 7 Headlamps Switch Body Contr...

Page 413: ...Block The engine compartment fuse block is located under the hood on the driver s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Before using this fu...

Page 414: ...DLP W W Not Used LT TRN Left Turn Signal Rear RT TRN Right Turn Signal Rear RR PRK Right Rear Parking Lamps TRL PRK Trailer Park Lamps LTHDLP Left Headlamp RTHDLP Right Headlamp FRPRK Front Parking La...

Page 415: ...A Starting and Charging IGN 1 STUD 2 Accessory Feeds Electric Brake PARKLP Parking Lamps Name Usage LR PRK Left Rear Parking Lamps IGN C Starter Solenoid Fuel Pump PRNDL HTDSEAT Heated Seat HVAC HVAC...

Page 416: ...For replacement bulbs not listed here please consult your dealer Capacities and Specifications Engine Description VORTEC 4300 Type V6 VIN Code W Firing Order 1 6 5 4 3 2 Horsepower 190 at 4 400 rpm T...

Page 417: ...L Fuel Tank 2 Door Models 19 0 U S gallons 72 0 L Fuel Tank 4 Door Models 18 0 U S gallons 68 0 L All capacities are approximate After refill the level must be checked Air Conditioning Refrigerant Ca...

Page 418: ...t used in your vehicle when it was built or if you have any questions please contact your GM dealer Thermostat 12559051 Oil Filter 2 Wheel Drive PF47 PF52 Optional Oil Filter 4 Wheel Drive PF52 Air Cl...

Page 419: ...dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 8 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 7 31 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7 44 P...

Page 420: ...t Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect...

Page 421: ...do the work If you want to get the service information see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what...

Page 422: ...hen you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and...

Page 423: ...w this schedule if you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil...

Page 424: ...e intervals only summarize maintenance services Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages Long Trip Highway Definition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none...

Page 425: ...lter Replacement Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transmission Service normal conditions Automatic Transfer Case Only Transfer Case Fluid Change Long Trip Highway Intervals Every 60 000 Miles 10...

Page 426: ...on of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension ball jo...

Page 427: ...or leaking See footnote 6 000 Miles 10 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months which...

Page 428: ...for leaking See footnote 12 000 Miles 20 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whi...

Page 429: ...rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly dri...

Page 430: ...for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 21 000 Miles 35 000 km j Change engine oil and...

Page 431: ...for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 27 000 Miles 45 000 km j Change engine oil and...

Page 432: ...ne air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the...

Page 433: ...for leaking See footnote 36 000 Miles 60 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whi...

Page 434: ...for leaking See footnote 42 000 Miles 70 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whi...

Page 435: ...ansmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or...

Page 436: ...nd axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j If you...

Page 437: ...for leaking See footnote 54 000 Miles 90 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whi...

Page 438: ...d fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 60 000 Miles 100 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Con...

Page 439: ...ailer 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 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Inspect engin...

Page 440: ...for leaking See footnote 66 000 Miles 110 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months wh...

Page 441: ...for leaking See footnote 72 000 Miles 120 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months wh...

Page 442: ...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 you...

Page 443: ...for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 81 000 Miles 135 000 km j Change engine oil an...

Page 444: ...for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 87 000 Miles 145 000 km j Change engine oil an...

Page 445: ...iven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing...

Page 446: ...for leaking See footnote 96 000 Miles 160 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months wh...

Page 447: ...e footnote 100 000 Miles 166 000 km j Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service j Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service con...

Page 448: ...cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test...

Page 449: ...tem will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the...

Page 450: ...for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km j Change engine oil an...

Page 451: ...r every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km j Change engine o...

Page 452: ...riven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing...

Page 453: ...leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Change engine oil and fil...

Page 454: ...very service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for prop...

Page 455: ...leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 60 000 Miles 100 000 km j Change engine oil and fi...

Page 456: ...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 50 000 miles 83 000...

Page 457: ...leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km j Change engine oil and fi...

Page 458: ...e fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 82 500 Miles 137 500 km...

Page 459: ...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 towin...

Page 460: ...he Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 100 000 Miles 166 000 km j Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service j Replace spark plugs An Emission Control S...

Page 461: ...cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test t...

Page 462: ...and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOLR coolant mixture if necessary See Engine...

Page 463: ...lade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield Also see Wiper Blades Cleaning in the Index Spare Tire Check At least twice a year after the monthly inflation c...

Page 464: ...rvoir See Hydraulic Clutch Fluid in the Index A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired at once At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubric...

Page 465: ...dal and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts 3 On automatic transmission vehicles try to start the engine in each gear The starter should work only in PARK P or NEUTRAL N If the st...

Page 466: ...to move 3 With the engine off turn the key to the RUN position but don t start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift l...

Page 467: ...g your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular...

Page 468: ...eaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect th...

Page 469: ...en necessary A fluid loss could indicate a problem check and have it repaired if needed Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation More frequent lubrication may be required on...

Page 470: ...use only GM GoodwrenchR DEX COOLR or HavolineR DEX COOLR Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equi...

Page 471: ...LB or GC LB Front and Rear Axle Standard Differential SAE 80W 90 Axle Lubricant GM Part No 1052271 or equivalent USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Rear Axle Locking Differential Axle Lubricant use only GM Part N...

Page 472: ...ease Pawl LubriplateR Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hood and Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubr...

Page 473: ...vided after the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance...

Page 474: ...7 56 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 475: ...7 57 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 476: ...7 58 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 477: ...Procedure 8 4 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 6 Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program 8 8 Canad...

Page 478: ...nts Sometimes however despite the best intentions of all concerned misunderstandings can occur If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps should be taken STEP ONE D...

Page 479: ...is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern STEP THREE Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle However...

Page 480: ...ech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing 1 800 833 CHEV 2438 TTY use...

Page 481: ...00 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may requ...

Page 482: ...side assistance with minor mechanical problems If your problem cannot be resolved over the phone our advisors have access to a nationwide network of dealer recommended service providers Roadside membe...

Page 483: ...of 2002 Chevrolet passenger cars and light duty trucks Please see your selling dealer for details Courtesy Care is available to retail and retail lease customers operating 2002 and newer Chevrolet veh...

Page 484: ...proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for new vehicles The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail purchase lease customers in conjunction with the Bumper to B...

Page 485: ...fuel expenses up to 10 per day five day maximum may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle When your vehicle is unavailabl...

Page 486: ...ibed herein at its sole discretion Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GO...

Page 487: ...tario K1A 0N5 REPORTINGSAFETYDEFECTSTO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 222 1020 or...

Page 488: ...d intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warra...

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