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Summary of Contents for Express 2004

Page 1: ...3 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 30 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 4 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 9 All Wheel Drive 5 49 Rear Axle 5 50 Front Axle 5 51 Noise Control System 5 52 Bulb Replacement 5 53 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 58 Tires 5 59 Appearance Care 5 92 Vehicle Identification 5 100 Electrical System 5 101 Capac...

Page 2: ...ual in it so the new owner can use it Canadian Owners You can obtain a French copy of this manual from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people read their owner s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle If you do this it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle In this manual y...

Page 3: ...n there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Don t Don t do this or Don t let this happen iii ofrecido por www elect...

Page 4: ...cle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols used on your vehicle are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gage or indicator If you need help figuring out a specific name of a component gage or indicator reference the followi...

Page 5: ...These are some examples of symbols you may find on your vehicle v ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 6: ...Model Reference This manual covers these models Passenger Van Cargo Van Cab and Chassis vi ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 7: ...Extender 1 31 Child Restraints 1 32 Older Children 1 32 Infants and Young Children 1 34 Child Restraint Systems 1 40 Where to Put the Restraint 1 43 Top Strap 1 47 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 48 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 49 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System Rear 1 51 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System Front 1 52 Securi...

Page 8: ...ll You See After an Air Bag Inflates 1 70 Air Bag Off Switch 1 72 Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle 1 75 Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle 1 76 Restraint System Check 1 76 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 76 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 1 77 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems 1 2 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 9: ...it and then release the lever Try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place CAUTION You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving 1 3 ofrecido por...

Page 10: ...ise or lower the front of the seat cushion move the right lever up or down To raise or lower the rear of the seat cushion move the left lever up or down Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the seatback lift the front of the lever which is located on the inboard side of the seat cushion Move the seatback with your body and release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it Lean forward and pull up ...

Page 11: ...be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well b...

Page 12: ...a key into the release hole of the safety belt buckle while pulling up on the safety belt 2 Locate the pins There are two pins located on the inboard sides of the rear seats If the vehicle has floor mats the pins will be located under a flap that has been cut into the mat The driver s side pin will have an L marked on it and will look like this 1 6 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 13: ... seat base 5 Pull the seat rearward about two inches 5 cm and then lift the seat from the floor rails 6 Remove the seat from the vehicle 7 For the first row rear seat stow the safety belt latch by attaching the clip on the safety belt latch to the trim just inside the side door For the remaining rear seats stow the safety belt latch plate on the clip at the window trim 1 7 ofrecido por www electro...

Page 14: ...are properly routed and attached and are not twisted 1 Position the seat into the open slots in both rails Push the seat forward in the rail hooking both seat bases onto the pins inside of the rails 2 To install the locking pins at the rear of the seat base locate the hole in the rail for the pin It is found on the inboard side of the seat If the vehicle has floor mats pull the flap that has been ...

Page 15: ...he flap back to its original position 7 Repeat this procedure for the other seat base 8 Connect the quick release latch plates for the lap shoulder belts by inserting the latch plates into the buckles attached at the outboard positions of the bench seat Do not twist the belt 9 Check that both locking pins are locked into place before operating the vehicle 1 9 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 16: ...lways fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in...

Page 17: ...ween In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels 1 11 o...

Page 18: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop 1 12 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 19: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 13 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 20: ...chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags why should I have to wear safety belts A Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sal...

Page 21: ... deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see Older Children on page 1 32 or Infants and Young Child...

Page 22: ...belt across you Don t let it get twisted 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 31 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buck...

Page 23: ...afety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or crash Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you To move it down pull on the center adjuster control labeled PULL You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pushing ...

Page 24: ...give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 1 18 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 25: ...ured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 19 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 26: ...oes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests 1 20 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 27: ...f you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 21 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 28: ...AUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it 1 22 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 29: ...h the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy 1 23 ofrecido por www electromanuales co...

Page 30: ...driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Center Passenger Position 2nd Row If your vehicle has a second row bench seat someone can sit in the center position When you sit in the center position in the second row...

Page 31: ...h row bench seats someone can sit in the center positions When you sit in a center seating position in the third fourth or fifth row you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt 1 25 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 32: ...quickly if you ever had to Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear...

Page 33: ... out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 31 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of...

Page 34: ...en fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body ...

Page 35: ...etter positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seats To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and booster seats and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts Here s how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Locate the guide on the si...

Page 36: ...he belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top 1 30 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 37: ...belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt isn t long enough to fasten your dealer will order you an extender It s free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you The extender will be just for you and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose Don t let someone else use it and use it only for the seat i...

Page 38: ...dditional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children ...

Page 39: ...ition move the child toward the center of the vehicle See Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults on page 1 29 If the child is sitting in the second row center seat position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts pr...

Page 40: ...ce to the child s pelvic bones in a crash Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restr...

Page 41: ...hile riding in a vehicle A baby doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint 1 35 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 42: ...igned for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints which are purchased by the vehicle s owner are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not t...

Page 43: ...ighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the saf...

Page 44: ...nt s neck CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants always should be restrained in appropriate infant restraints However infants who should be restra...

Page 45: ... should be secured in appropriate child restraints CAUTION People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle A baby doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms 1 39 ofrecido por www electr...

Page 46: ...ld on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint 1 40 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 47: ...d or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner and some high back booster seats have a five point harness A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window 1 41 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 48: ...ay take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side When choosing a child restraint be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is it will have a label saying that i...

Page 49: ...illed if the air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag If your vehicle has a right front passenger s air bag always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far b...

Page 50: ...flating air bag Be sure to turn off the air bag CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued before using a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat position Even though the air bag off switch is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal air bag no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an air bag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off We recom...

Page 51: ...ause the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Do not use a rear facing child restraint in this vehicle CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the front passenger position always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a col...

Page 52: ...ild restraint in the right front seat position CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even though the air bag off switch is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal air bag no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an air bag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off We recommend that rear facing child restraints be transported in vehicles with a rear...

Page 53: ...ons for your child restraint If yours requires that the top strap be anchored don t use the restraint unless 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 available In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top strap and that...

Page 54: ...reak during a crash A child or others could be injured if this happens To help prevent injury to people and damage to your vehicle attach only one child restraint per bracket Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Top Strap Anchor Location On vehicles with a fron...

Page 55: ...passenger rear bench seat Anchor the top strap to this bracket For the second row only in the left outboard seating position use anchor point A For the right outboard seating position use anchor point B For a center seating position use either anchor point A or B Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System If you have a passenger van it may have the LATCH system If it does you ll fi...

Page 56: ...s Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether strap C In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle you need a child restraint designed for that system To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system each seating position with the LATCH system has a label on the seatback at each lower anchor position 1 50 ofrecido por www electromanuales co...

Page 57: ... Find the LATCH anchorages for the seating position you want to use where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Attach and tighten the LATCH attachments on the child restraint to the LATCH anchorages in the vehicle The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 If the child restraint is forward facing attach and tighten the top ...

Page 58: ...ild restraint in the right front seat position CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If your vehicle is a cargo van with a right front passenger air bag but does not have an air bag off switch do not use a rear facing child restraint in this vehicle Even though the air bag off switch is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal air bag no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an air b...

Page 59: ...re the air bag is turned off See Air Bag Off Switch on page 1 72 If your child restraint is forward facing always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing it in this seat See Power Seat on page 1 4 or Manual Seats on page 1 3 2 Find the LATCH anchorages for the seating position you want to use where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion 3 Put the child restra...

Page 60: ...r bag is turned off for a person who isn t in a risk group identified by the national government that person won t have the extra protection of an air bag In a crash the air bag wouldn t be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there Don t turn off the passenger s air bag unless the person sitting there is in a risk group See Air Bag Off Switch in the Index for more on this including...

Page 61: ...u will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restr...

Page 62: ...forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger ...

Page 63: ... this position if a national or local law requires that the top strap be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system you ll be using a lap shoulder belt which works the same way as the safety belts in the rear outside seat positions To learn how to secure a child restraint with a l...

Page 64: ...e no top strap anchors in the center seating positions of a fourth or fifth row four passenger bench seat Do not secure a child seat in these positions if a national or local law requires that the top strap must be anchored If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system you will be using the lap belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that cam...

Page 65: ... the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To tighten the belt pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directi...

Page 66: ...t or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position If your child restraint has the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 49 See Top Strap on page 1 47 if the child restraint has one 1 60 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 67: ...t seat position CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If your vehicle is a cargo van with a right front passenger air bag but does not have an air bag off switch do not use a rear facing child restraint in this vehicle Even though the air bag off switch is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal air bag no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an air bag will not deploy under some u...

Page 68: ...houlder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 If your vehicle has a passenger air bag and an air bag off switch and you are using a rear facing child restraint in this seat make sure the air bag is turned off See Air Bag Off Switch on page 1...

Page 69: ...he 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 lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 63 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 70: ...n a vehicle with an air bag off switch turn on the right front passenger s air bag when you remove the rear facing child restraint from the vehicle unless the person who will be sitting there is a member of a passenger air bag risk group See Air Bag Off Switch on page 1 72 CAUTION If the right front passenger s air bag is turned off for a person who isn t in a risk group identified by the national...

Page 71: ...eering wheel but it doesn t say AIR BAG on the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger s seat your vehicle has an air bag for the driver only If it says AIR BAG on the middle part of the steering wheel but there is no right front passenger seat your vehicle has an air bag for the driver only Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflati...

Page 72: ...peed frontal crashes or in many side crashes And for some unrestrained occupants air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful air bags have provided in the past Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an air bag for that person CAUTION Air bags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye If you re too close to a...

Page 73: ...nfants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 1 32 and Infants and Young Children on page 1 34 There is a air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the air bag symbol The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an elect...

Page 74: ...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 anything between an occupant and an air bag and don t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering 1 68 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 75: ...ot help the occupant In any particular crash no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were Inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down in frontal or near frontal impacts Dual Stage Air Bags If your vehicle has frontal air bags with dual stage deployment the amou...

Page 76: ...How Does an Air Bag Restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel Air bags supplement the protection provided by safety belts Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually But air bags would not help you in many types of coll...

Page 77: ...u in another crash A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air bag inflation and driver s...

Page 78: ...ause my vehicle has no rear seat my vehicle has a rear seat too small to accommodate a rear facing infant seat or the infant has a medical condition which according to the infant s physician makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child s condition Child age 1 to 12 A child age 1 to 12 must ride in the front seat because my vehicle ...

Page 79: ...ment that person won t have the extra protection of an air bag In a crash the air bag wouldn t be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there Don t turn off the passenger s air bag unless the person sitting there is in a risk group See Air Bag Off Switch in the Index To turn off the right front passenger s air bag insert your ignition key into the switch push in and move the switch t...

Page 80: ...appens don t let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of a passenger air bag risk group sit in the right front passenger s position for example don t secure a rear facing child restraint in your vehicle until you have your vehicle serviced To turn the right front passenger s air bag on again insert your ignition key into the switch push in and move the switch to the on po...

Page 81: ...Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 11 CAUTION For up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected an air bag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an air bag when it inflates Avoid wires wrapped with yellow tape or yellow connectors They are probably part of the air bag system Be sure to follow proper...

Page 82: ...nsors If you have any questions about this you should contact Customer Assistance before you modify your vehicle The phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 7 2 Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and ...

Page 83: ...lision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new parts If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash you may need new LATCH system parts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New part...

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Page 85: ...d Operating Your Vehicle 2 20 New Vehicle Break In 2 20 Ignition Positions 2 20 Starting Your Engine 2 22 Engine Coolant Heater 2 23 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 24 All Wheel Drive 2 26 Parking Brake 2 26 Shifting Into Park P 2 27 Shifting Out of Park P 2 29 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 30 Engine Exhaust 2 30 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked 2 31 Mirrors 2 32 Manual Rearview Mirro...

Page 86: ... is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children 2 2 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 87: ...ess Entry System If equipped the remote keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that ...

Page 88: ...ement and Resynchronization under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation following this section If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry System Operation Your vehicle may have this feature Q Lock Press this button once to lock all of the doors The parking lamps will flash and the interior lamps will turn on briefly Press the lock but...

Page 89: ...o your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle any remaining transmitters must also be matched Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have a maximum of four transmitters matched to it Resynchronization Resynchronization may be necessary due to the security method used by this system The tr...

Page 90: ...d to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery in the keyless entry transmitter do the following 1 Use an object like a coin to pry open the transmitter 2 Once the transmitter is separated use an object like a pencil to remove the old battery Do not use a metal object 3 Remove and replace the battery positive side down 4 Snap the transmitter back together tightly to be sure ...

Page 91: ...ld can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle If your vehicle is equipped with keyless entry see...

Page 92: ...dle will not work Cargo Door Relocking This feature protects the owner from having an unsecured side cargo door If the side cargo door is open when the lock button is pressed on the door or the remote keyless entry transmitter all doors will lock and then re lock again after the cargo door is closed If the cargo door is not closed within several minutes the re lock will not occur 2 8 ofrecido por ...

Page 93: ... the security feature Move the lever up to return the door locks to normal operation Move the button to the left to engage the security feature Move the button to the right to return the door locks to normal operation Move the button to the right to engage the security feature Move the button to the left to return the door locks to normal operation Rear Cargo Door Passenger Side 60 40 Swing Out Si...

Page 94: ... and a door is open If the power lock switch is pressed when either the driver s passenger s or rear door is open all the doors will lock and then the driver s door will unlock This feature does not include the side cargo door Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving your vehicle take your key open your door and set the locks from inside Then get out and close the door Side Sliding Door 2 10 ofreci...

Page 95: ...rear of the vehicle Then slide the door open To close the sliding side door from outside use the outside door handle to slide the door toward the front of the vehicle When the door slides closed completely it will be flush with the side of the body 2 11 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 96: ...Then slide the door toward the rear of the vehicle to open it To close the sliding door from inside grasp the inside handle and slide the door toward the front of the vehicle to a closed position Make sure the door is completely closed before driving away 2 12 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 97: ...ront portion of a 60 40 door from the outside pull out on the handle and pull it toward you To open the front portion of a 60 40 door from the inside pull the handle toward you and push open the door 2 13 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 98: ...e Rear Doors CAUTION Unlocked doors can be dangerous Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle When a door is locked the handle will not open it You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked So wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive Young children who get into unlocked vehi...

Page 99: ...ar door first To open the driver s side rear door pull the latch release at the inside edge of the door To close the rear doors close the driver side rear door first Then close the passenger side rear door Check to make sure both doors are completely closed 2 15 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 100: ... closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 2 16 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 101: ... 2 20 Press the rear of the switch with the power window symbol on it to lower the window Press the front of the switch with the power window symbol on it to raise the window The driver s window switch also has an express down feature that allows the window to be lowered without holding the switch Press and hold the side of the window switch marked AUTO for one second to activate the express down ...

Page 102: ...window into place To close the window pull the latch toward you and push down on the latch to lock it Your vehicle also has rear swing out windows The rear swing out windows work the same way as the side swing out windows but the latch is located at the bottom edge of the window Side Swing Out Window Rear Swing Out Windows 2 18 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 103: ...ion lock cylinder is turned with a valid key If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with fuel is disabled During normal operation the SECURITY light will go off approximately five seconds after the key is turned to RUN If the engine stalls and the SECURITY light flashes wait until the light stops flashing before trying to restart the engine Remember to release the k...

Page 104: ...05 km Do not make full throttle starts Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles 322 km or so During this time your new brake linings are not yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Do not tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer on page 4 37 for more information...

Page 105: ...eration of features such as the radio in the accessory ignition position may drain the battery and prevent your vehicle from starting Do not operate your vehicle in the accessory ignition position for a long period of time C RUN This is the position for driving D START This position starts the engine Retained Accessory Power RAP Your vehicle is equipped with a Retained Accessory Power RAP feature ...

Page 106: ... When the engine starts let go of the key and let up on the accelerator pedal Wait about 15 seconds between each try When starting your engine in very cold weather below 0 F or 18 C do this 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to START and hold it there up to 15 seconds When the engine starts let go of the key 2 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops ...

Page 107: ...ormal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before star...

Page 108: ...arting the engine Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system With the ignition in RUN you must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into PARK P as you continue pressing the brake pedal Then move the shift lever into the gear you want See Shif...

Page 109: ...ying a heavy load or driving on steep hills You should use THIRD 3 or as you need to a lower gear when towing a trailer to minimize heat build up and extend the life of your transmission SECOND 2 This position gives you more power 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 ...

Page 110: ...own the parking brake pedal with your left foot If the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on To release the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down Pull the handle located just above the parking brake pedal marked BRAKE RELEASE to release the parking brake If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released the brake system warning light will go off Notice Driving...

Page 111: ...e vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 37 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P like this Pull the lever toward you 2 27 ofrecido por www elect...

Page 112: ...firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Do not leave your vehicle with the engine running If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you ve moved the shift lever to PARK P hold the regular brake ...

Page 113: ...sure from the parking pawl in the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of Park P Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in RUN See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2 24 If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift...

Page 114: ... death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs were not done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle...

Page 115: ... engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 26 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could...

Page 116: ... Outside Manual Mirror Adjust your outside mirrors so you can see a little of the side of your vehicle and have a clear view of objects behind you Some mirrors can be folded in to enter narrow passageways Outside Camper Type Mirrors If your vehicle is equipped with the camper type mirrors they can be adjusted so you can have a clear view of any objects behind you 1 To adjust the mirrors when towin...

Page 117: ...the driver s side door Select the mirror you want to move by turning the knob clockwise to adjust the passenger s side mirror and counterclockwise to adjust the driver s side mirror The center position is neutral Then adjust the mirror angle by pushing the knob in the direction desired until the mirror is adjusted to where you want it 2 33 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 118: ... on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Outside Heated Mirrors Your outside mirrors can be defrosted by pressing the button located near the fan control An indicator light in the button will light while the heated outside mirrors are activated Your rear window defogger comes on while the heated mirrors are on If your vehicle has a rear window defo...

Page 119: ...rvice Agreement is required prior to delivery of OnStar services and prepaid calling minutes are also required for OnStar Personal Calling and OnStar Virtual Advisor use Terms and conditions of the Subscription Service Agreement can be found at www onstar com OnStar Services One of the following plans is normally included for a specific duration with each vehicle equipped with OnStar You can upgra...

Page 120: ... guide in your vehicle s glove box or call OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 OnStar Virtual Advisor With OnStar Virtual Advisor you can listen to the news entertainment and informative topics such as traffic and weather reports You are able to listen and reply to your e mail through your vehicle s speakers Storage Areas Your front storage compartment is at the center of the instrument panel ...

Page 121: ... 26 Speedometer 3 27 Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 28 Air Bag Readiness Light 3 29 Air Bag Off Light 3 30 Charging System Light 3 31 Voltmeter Gage 3 32 Brake System Warning Light 3 33 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 34 Stabilitrak Not Ready Light 3 34 Stabilitrak Indicator Light 3 34 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 3 35 Low Coolant Warning Light 3 35 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 3 36 Oil Pres...

Page 122: ...3 48 Radio with Cassette and CD 3 53 Radio with Six Disc CD 3 64 Theft Deterrent Feature Non RDS Radios 3 76 Theft Deterrent Feature RDS Radios 3 76 Radio Reception 3 76 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 3 77 Care of Your CDs 3 78 Care of Your CD Player 3 78 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 78 Chime Level Adjustment 3 78 Section 3 Instrument Panel 3 2 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 123: ... NOTES 3 3 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 124: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 125: ...ystem s on page 3 43 G Exterior and Interior Lamp Controls See Exterior Lamps on page 3 14 and Interior Lamps on page 3 16 H Tow Haul Mode Button See Tow Haul Mode under Towing a Trailer on page 4 37 I Rear Heating System If Equipped See Rear Heating System on page 3 22 J Accessory Power Outlets Cigarette Lighter See Accessory Power Outlets on page 3 18 and Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter on page 3...

Page 126: ...flasher button is located at the top of the steering column Your hazard 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 the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work 3 6 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 127: ...el A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle The lever is located on the lower left side of the steering column To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the w...

Page 128: ...the turn is finished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it If you move the lever all the way up or down and the arrow ...

Page 129: ...n this light on the instrument panel cluster also will be on Flash To Pass Feature This feature allows you to use your high beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass It works even if your headlamps are off To use it pull the turn signal lever toward you but not so far that you hear it click If your headlamps are off or on low beam your high beam headlamps will turn on...

Page 130: ...past the delay settings To stop the wipers move the band to off position a High Speed For high speed wiping turn the band further to the second solid band past the delay settings 9 Off To stop the wipers move the band to off Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become worn or damage...

Page 131: ... safely at a steady speed So do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Do not use cruise control on slippery roads 9 Off This position turns the system off R On This position activates the system S Resume Accelerate Pus...

Page 132: ...m h or more you can move the cruise control switch from on to resume accelerate briefly You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there If you hold the switch at resume accelerate briefly the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake So unless you want to go faster don t hold the switch at resume accelerate Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Contro...

Page 133: ...nd the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may want to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are t...

Page 134: ...active the DRL indicator will illuminate Parking Lamps Turn the control to this position to turn on the parking lamps together with the following Instrument Panel Lights Daytime Running Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Ashtray Lamp If the DRLs are active when the control is turned to this position the DRLs will turn off For vehicles first sold in Canada the DRLs will remain act...

Page 135: ...g conditions are met the ignition is on the exterior lamps control in DRL mode and not in the defeat position When the DRL are on only your headlamps will be on The taillamps sidemarker and other lamps won t be on The instrument panel will be lit When you turn the headlamp switch off the headlamps will go off and your DRL lamps will illuminate Turn the exterior lamp control to the defeat position ...

Page 136: ...e dome override button located below the exterior lamp control to set the dome lamps to come on automatically while a door is opened or to remain off To turn the automatic operation of the lamps off press the button The dome lamps will remain off while a door is open To return the lamps to automatic operation press the button again While pressed in this will override the illuminated entry feature ...

Page 137: ...d the interior lamps will remain on for a period of fifteen seconds or until the vehicle is started Reading Lamps To turn on the reading lamps press the button located next to each lamp To turn them off press the button again Dome Lamps The dome lamps will come on when you open a door See Dome Lamp Override in this part for more information Battery Run Down Protection This feature shuts off the ex...

Page 138: ...ectrical equipment be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment Notice Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug because the power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Your vehicle may have this feature The fro...

Page 139: ... air to the instrument panel outlets then directs most of the remaining air to the floor outlets Some air may be directed toward the windshield 6 Floor This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets with some air directed to the outboard outlets for the side windows and some air directed to the windshield The right knob can also be used to select the defrost mode Information on defogging a...

Page 140: ...de air Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity moisture condensing on the cool window glass This can be minimized if the climate control is used properly There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield and side windows Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers Use the defrost mode to remove fog or fr...

Page 141: ...ndow Defogger R DEF Rear Defrost Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off Be sure to clear as much snow from the window as possible The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window and will only work when the ignition is RUN The rear window defogger will turn off several minutes after the button is pressed If turned on again the defogger ...

Page 142: ...ont seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of your vehicle more effectively Rear Heating System Your vehicle may have a rear heating system that allows you to adjust the amount of air flowing into the rear of the vehicle from the front seating area This feature works with the main climate control system in your vehicle AUX Auxiliary Heating System The thumbwheel for this system is...

Page 143: ...ase a rear control panel for this system is located in the second row behind the driver in the rear of your vehicle A rear seat passenger can use this control panel to personally adjust the temperature the direction of the airflow and the fan speed for the rear seating area The fan knob located on the front climate control panel must be turned to REAR CNTL to allow a rear seat passenger to use the...

Page 144: ...r of the vehicle turn the right knob located on the climate control panel The air conditioning system on the main climate control panel must be turned on to direct cooled air to the rear of the vehicle If it is not on then the temperature in the rear of the vehicle will remain at cabin temperature Be sure to keep the area under the front seats clear of any objects so that the air inside of your ve...

Page 145: ...ages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warnin...

Page 146: ...et you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically United States version shown Canada similar 3 26 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 147: ...e But generally if the new odometer can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer then it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero To reset the trip ...

Page 148: ...05 km h governed speed Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START a tone will come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts unless the driver s safety belt is already buckled The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds then it will flash for several more If the driver s belt is already buckled neither the tone nor the l...

Page 149: ...bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the air bag system may not be working properly The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate without a cras...

Page 150: ...ety information CAUTION If the right front passenger s air bag is turned off for a person who isn t in a risk group identified by the national government that person won t have the extra protection of an air bag In a crash the air bag wouldn t be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there Don t turn off the passenger s air bag unless the person sitting there is in a risk group ident...

Page 151: ... you have your vehicle serviced Charging System Light This light should come on briefly when you turn on the ignition before starting the engine as a check to show you it is working After the engine starts the light should go out If it stays on or comes on while you are driving you may have a problem with your charging system It could indicate a problem with the generator drive belt or some other ...

Page 152: ...in the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an extended period This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle As engine speeds are increased this condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to create maximum power You can only drive for a short time with the reading in either warning zone If you mus...

Page 153: ...hould come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed fo...

Page 154: ...warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN Ifusb the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Stabilitrak Not Ready Light If your vehicle has the Stabilitrak system this light will come on when Stabilitrak is turned off The Stabilitrak system can be turned off by pressing the Stabilitrak button located on the ins...

Page 155: ...r normal operating conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible See Engine Overheating on page 5 26 Low Coolant Warning Light This message is displayed when the cooling system is low on coolant The engine may overheat See Engine Coolant on page 5 22 and have your vehicle serviced as soon as you can United States Canada United States Canada 3...

Page 156: ... costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect your vehicle s emission controls and may cause this light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs...

Page 157: ...or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water If so your electrical system may be wet The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Have you recently changed brands of fuel...

Page 158: ...be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system readiness your GM dealer ...

Page 159: ...pairs would not be covered by your warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil Change Engine Oil Light This light is displayed when the engine oil needs to be changed If your vehicle has a V8 engine and this light is flashing it indicates that the oil level is low When this light is on steady it indicates the oil needs to be changed soon Once the engine o...

Page 160: ...n continuously while driving and stays on there may be a problem with the Passlock System Your vehicle will not be protected by Passlock and you should see your GM dealer Cruise Control Light The cruise light comes on whenever you set your cruise control See Cruise Control under Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 8 United States Canada United States Canada 3 40 ofrecido por www electromanua...

Page 161: ...while the reduced engine power light is on but acceleration and speed may be reduced Anytime the check engine light stays on the vehicle should be taken to an authorized GM dealer as soon as possible for service Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light You have this light on the instrument panel It will light whenever the DRL are on It is also a reminder to turn on your headlamps when driving at nigh...

Page 162: ...ature and engine oil pressure gages to see if they are in the warning zones Fuel Gage The fuel gage when the ignition is on tells you about how much fuel you have left in your tank The gage will first indicate empty before you are out of fuel and you should get more fuel as soon as possible United States Canada United States Canada 3 42 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 163: ... may interfere with the operation of your vehicle s engine radio or other systems and even damage them Your vehicle s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly So before adding sound equipment check with your dealer and be sure to check federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units Your audio system has been designed to operate easily and ...

Page 164: ...r appears on the display Press and hold the minute button until the correct minute appears on the display The time may be set with the ignition on or off To synchronize the time with an FM station broadcasting Radio Data System RDS information press and hold the hour and minute buttons at the same time until RDS TIME appears on the display To accept this time press and hold the hour and minute but...

Page 165: ... or to the previous station and stay there To scan stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for two seconds until you hear a beep The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press either SEEK arrow again to stop scanning To scan preset stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for more than four seconds until you hear two beeps The radio will go to the fir...

Page 166: ... or TRE appears on the display Then press and hold the up or the down arrow to increase or to decrease If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To adjust bass or treble to the middle position select BAS or TRE Then press and hold the AUDIO button for more than two seconds until you hear a beep B and a zero or T and a zero will appear on the display To adjust both tone cont...

Page 167: ...hear a beep L and a zero or F and a zero will appear on the display To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls to the middle position first end out of audio mode by pressing another button causing the radio to perform that function or by waiting five seconds for the display to return to time of day Then press and hold the AUDIO button for more than two seconds until you hear a beep CEN...

Page 168: ...t or to the previous station and stay there To scan stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for two seconds until you hear a beep The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press either SEEK arrow again to stop scanning To scan preset stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for more than four seconds until you hear two beeps The radio will go to the fi...

Page 169: ...BAS or TRE appears on the display Then press and hold the up or the down arrow to increase or to decrease If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To adjust bass or treble to the middle position select BAS or TRE Then press and hold the AUDIO button for more than two seconds until you hear a beep B and a zero or T and a zero will appear on the display To adjust both tone c...

Page 170: ...nds for the display to return to time of day Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep CEN will appear on the display Radio Messages CAL Calibration Your audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CAL appears on the display it means that your radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and must be returned to the dealer for ser...

Page 171: ...nce the player will continue moving backward through the CD 2 NEXT Press this pushbutton to go to the next track The track number will appear on the display If you hold the pushbutton or press it more than once the player will continue moving forward through the CD 3 REV Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track Release it to play the passage The elapsed time of the ...

Page 172: ... If the CD comes out it could be for one of the following reasons It is very hot When the temperature returns to normal the CD should play You are driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smooth the CD should play The CD is dirty scratched wet or upside down The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again There may have been a problem while burning the CD The label may be ca...

Page 173: ...eed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive NONE will appear on the display if the radio cannot determine the vehicle speed If you do not want to use automatic volume select OFF DISP Display Press this knob to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time Time display is available with the ignition turned off For RDS press the DISP knob to change wha...

Page 174: ...ll hear two beeps The radio will go to the first preset station play for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press either arrow again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning The radio will scan only to stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can...

Page 175: ...alk pop rock and classical To return the bass and treble to the custom mode push and release the AUDIO knob until CUSTOM appears Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers To adjust the fade between the f...

Page 176: ...e PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast Finding a Program Type PTY Station To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Turn the P TYPE LIST knob to activate program type select mode TYPE and a PTY will appear on the display 2 Turn the P TYPE LIST knob to select a PTY 3 Once the desired PTY is displayed press the SEEK TYPE button or either SEEK arrow t...

Page 177: ...BAND for two seconds AF ON will appear on the display The radio may switch to stronger stations To turn alternate frequency off press and hold BAND again for two seconds AF OFF will appear on the display The radio will not switch to other stations Setting Preset PTYs The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite PTYs These buttons have factory PTY presets You can set up to 12 PTYs s...

Page 178: ...tion symbol will disappear from the display until another new message is received The old message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button You can view an old message until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to When a message is not available from a station NO INFO will appear on the display TRAF Traffic If TRAF appears on the display the tuned station broadcasts traffic...

Page 179: ... playing The tape player automatically begins playing the other side when it reaches the end of the tape If you want to insert a tape while the ignition is off first press the eject button or the DISP knob Cassette tape adapter kits for portable CD players will work in your cassette tape player Your tape bias is set automatically when a metal or chrome tape is inserted If an error appears on the d...

Page 180: ... as the NEXT pushbutton and the left arrow is the same as the PREV pushbutton If you hold either arrow or press it more than once the player will continue moving forward or backward through the tape SEEK and a positive or negative number will appear on the display q SCAN r Press and hold either SCAN arrow for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep The radio wil...

Page 181: ... damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player on page 3 77 If the cassette tape is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good tape If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If your radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem CD Adapter Kits It is possible ...

Page 182: ... these problems occur try a known good CD Do not add paper labels to CDs they could get caught in the CD player Do not play 3 inch CDs without a standard adapter CD If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section 1 PREV Previous Press this pushbutton to go to the beginning of the current track if it has been playing for more than eight seconds TRACK and the track number wi...

Page 183: ...row for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep The radio will go to the next track play for 10 seconds then go on to the next track Press either SCAN arrow to stop scanning DISP Display Press this knob to see how long the current track has been playing ET and the elapsed time of the track will appear on the display To change the default on the display track or ...

Page 184: ...y have been a problem while burning the CD The label may be caught in the CD player If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If your radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Radio with Six Disc CD Playing the Radio PW...

Page 185: ... default Finding a Station BAND Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 or AM The display will show your selection TUNE Turn this knob to select radio stations sSEEK t Press the right or the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there The radio will seek only to stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal sSCAN t Press and hold eithe...

Page 186: ... BASS MID or TREB appears on the display Turn the knob to increase or to decrease The display will show the bass midrange or treble level If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To adjust the bass midrange and treble to the middle position push the AUDIO knob The radio will produce one beep and adjust the display level to the middle position To adjust all tone and speaker...

Page 187: ...io Data System RDS Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System RDS RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information With RDS your radio can do the following Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming Receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies Display messages from radio stations Seek to stations with traffic a...

Page 188: ...beside that PTY on the display You may select multiple interrupts if desired When you are listening to a CD the last selected RDS station will interrupt play if that selected program type format is broadcast SCAN You can scan the stations within a PTY by performing the following 1 Press the P TYPE button to activate program type select mode P TYPE and the last selected PTY will appear on the displ...

Page 189: ...ted or a CD is playing If a CD is playing play will stop during the announcement You will not be able to turn off alert announcements ALERT will not be affected by tests of the emergency broadcast system This feature is not supported by all RDS stations INFO Information If the current station has a message INFO will appear on the display Press this button to see the message The message may display...

Page 190: ...e the TUNE knob or the SEEK arrows to go to a station that supports traffic announcements If no station is found NO TRAFFIC will appear on the display Your radio will also interrupt the play of a CD if the last tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements and the brackets are displayed Playing a CD The CD player can play the smaller 8 cm single CDs with an adapter ring Full size CDs and the smal...

Page 191: ...the slot will begin to flash and LOAD ALL will appear on the display 3 Once the light stops flashing and turns green load a CD Insert the CD partway into the slot label side up The player will pull the CD in Once the CD is loaded the light will begin flashing again Once the light stops flashing and turns green you can load another CD The CD player takes up to six CDs Do not try to load more than s...

Page 192: ...D eject button to eject a CD after you have tried to push it in manually The receivers 25 second eject timer will reset at each press of eject which will cause the receiver to not eject the CD until the 25 second time period has elapsed Once the player stops and the CD is ejected remove the CD After removing the CD press the PWR knob off and then on again This will clear the CD sensing feature and...

Page 193: ...assed Press the right arrow to go to the next track If you hold either arrow or press it more than once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD sSCAN t To scan one CD press and hold either SCAN arrow for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep The radio will go to the next track play for 10 seconds then go on to the next track Press ei...

Page 194: ... for saving other selections S LIST FULL will appear on the display if you try to save more than 20 selections To play the song list press the SONG LIST button One beep will be heard and S LIST will appear on the display The recorded tracks will begin to play in the order that they were saved You may seek through the song list by using the SEEK SCAN arrows Seeking past the last saved track will re...

Page 195: ... the SONG LIST button One beep will be heard and S LIST will be removed from the display CD Messages CHECK CD If this message appears on the display it could be for one of the following reasons It is very hot When the temperature returns to normal the CD should play You are driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smooth the CD should play The CD is dirty scratched wet or upside down The...

Page 196: ... moved to a different vehicle it will not operate and LOCKED will appear on the display When the radio and vehicle are turned off the blinking red light indicates that THEFTLOCK is armed With THEFTLOCK activated your radio will not operate if stolen 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 ...

Page 197: ...he recommended non abrasive cleaning cassette it is possible that the cassette may eject because the cut tape detection feature on your radio may recognize it as a broken tape in error To prevent the cleaning cassette from being ejected use the following steps 1 Turn the ignition on 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press and hold the TAPE DISC button for five seconds READY will appear on the display and the...

Page 198: ...straighten it out by hand If the mast is badly bent you should replace it Check occasionally to be sure the mast is still tightened to the fender If tightening is required tighten by hand then with a wrench one quarter turn Chime Level Adjustment The radio is the vehicle chime producer The chime is produced from the driver s side front door speakers To change the volume level press and hold pushbu...

Page 199: ...Driving at Night 4 16 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 17 City Driving 4 20 Freeway Driving 4 21 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 22 Highway Hypnosis 4 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 24 Winter Driving 4 26 If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 30 Towing 4 30 Towing Your Vehicle 4 30 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 31 Loading Your Vehicle 4 31 Towing a Trailer 4 37 Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle ...

Page 200: ...hing that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call reading or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision with resulting injury Ask a passenger to help do things like this or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself These simple defensive driving techniques could save your li...

Page 201: ...on four things The amount of alcohol consumed The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association a 180 lb 82 kg person who drinks three 12 ounce 355 ml bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0 06 percent The person would reach th...

Page 202: ... 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having a collision At a BAC level of 0 10 percent the chance of this driver having a collision is 12 times greater at a level of 0 15 percent the chance is 25 times greater The body tak...

Page 203: ...cab or if you are with a group designate a driver who will not drink Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go They are the brakes the steering and the accelerator All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road Sometimes as when you are driving on snow or ice it is easy to ask more of those control systems tha...

Page 204: ...owed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking That means better braking and longer brake life If your engine ever stop...

Page 205: ...ng the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls brak...

Page 206: ...tional traction on snow mud ice sand or gravel It works like a standard axle most of the time but when one of the rear wheels has no traction and the other does this feature will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle Stabilitrak System If your vehicle has Stabilitrak it combines antilock brake traction and stability control systems and helps the driver maintain directional control of t...

Page 207: ...abilitrak and part of the traction control system can be turned off or back on by pressing the Stabilitrak button located on the instrument panel When the Stabilitrak system has been turned off you may still hear system noises as a result of the brake traction control coming on It is recommended to leave the system on for normal driving conditions but it may be necessary to turn the system off if ...

Page 208: ...llow the wheel s of one axle to spin excessively while the traction off ABS STABILITRAK NOT READY and brake warning lights are displayed you could damage the transfer case The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Reduce engine power and do not spin the wheel s excessively while these lights are displayed The traction control system may activate on dry or rough roads or under conditions su...

Page 209: ... curve is banked and your speed While you are in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places You can lose control What should you do if this ever happens ...

Page 210: ...our brakes See Braking on page 4 6 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without...

Page 211: ... two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing Drive ahead Look down the road to...

Page 212: ...o pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone is not trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your i...

Page 213: ...your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you will want to slow...

Page 214: ...light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you are tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision For e...

Page 215: ...at your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it is easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and are not even aware of it Driving in Rain and on Wet Ro...

Page 216: ...missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you can not try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They will not work as well in a quick stop and may ca...

Page 217: ...anding water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can not avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing water as you might ...

Page 218: ...ur trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 4 21 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move check both ways fo...

Page 219: ... speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it is slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use your turn signal Just before you leave the lan...

Page 220: ...Of course you will find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They will be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside Wiper Blades Are they in good shape Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Have you checked all levels Lamps Are the...

Page 221: ...n to you If it does your vehicle can 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 Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently If you ge...

Page 222: ...res cooling system and transmission These parts can work hard on mountain roads Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill CAUTION If you do not shift down your brakes could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down ...

Page 223: ...gears help cool your engine and transmission and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident You may see highway signs ...

Page 224: ... broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle 4 26 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 225: ...agile traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more Your anti 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 will want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Braking on page 4 6 Allow greater following distance on any...

Page 226: ...yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you have been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm You can run t...

Page 227: ...l When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery or batteries charged You will need a well charged battery or batteries to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close the win...

Page 228: ...e chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains on page 5 75 Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission...

Page 229: ...le was not designed to be towed with any of its wheels on the ground If your vehicle must be towed it should be placed on a platform trailer Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options Two labels on your vehicle show how ...

Page 230: ...ght The Tire and Loading Information label also tells you the size and recommended inflation pressure for the original equipment tires on your vehicle For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5 59 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 67 If your vehicle does not have the Tire and Loading Information label the Certification Tire label shows the tire size and recommended inflati...

Page 231: ... 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load...

Page 232: ... Capacity Weight for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Example ...

Page 233: ...ind out the actual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any hea...

Page 234: ...folded down unless you need to Payload The Payload Capacity is shown on the Certification Tire label This is the maximum load capacity that your vehicle can carry Be sure to include the weight of the people inside as part of your load If you added any accessories or equipment after your vehicle left the factory remember to subtract the weight of these things from the payload Your dealer can help y...

Page 235: ...k with your dealer for more information about towing a trailer with your vehicle To identify the trailering capacity of your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section If yours was built with trailering options as many are it s ready for heavier trailers But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means ch...

Page 236: ...on t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 800 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged Then during the first 500 miles 800 km that you tow a trailer don t drive over 50 mph 80 km h and don t make starts at full throttle This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads See also Driving on Grades later in this sectio...

Page 237: ...ss throttle pedal activity Press this button located to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel to turn tow haul mode on and off While activated the indicator light on the instrument panel will be on Tow haul mode will turn off automatically when the ignition is turned off See Tow Haul Mode Light on page 3 41 Tow haul is most effective when the vehicle and trailer combined weight i...

Page 238: ...eigh based upon vehicle model and options Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR G1500 Cargo Van 2WD 4300 V6 3 42 4 400 lbs 1 996 kg 9 500 lbs 4 309 kg 5300 V8 3 42 3 73 6 600 lbs 2 994 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR H1500 Cargo Van AWD 5300 V8 3 42 3 73 6 600 lbs 2 994 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR G1500 Passen...

Page 239: ...g 9 500 lbs 4 309 kg 4800 V8 3 73 4 10 6 400 lbs 2 903 kg 7 400 lbs 3 357 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 5300 V8 3 73 6 600 lbs 2 994 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 6000 V8 3 73 4 10 8 400 lbs 3 810 kg 10 000 lbs 4 536 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR H2500 Cargo Van AWD 5300 V8 3 73 6 400 lbs 2 903 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 4 41 ofrecido p...

Page 240: ...icle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR G2500 Passenger Van 2WD Short Wheelbase 6000 V8 3 73 4 10 7 900 lbs 3 583 kg 9 900 lbs 4 491 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR G2500 Passenger Van 2WD Long Wheelbase 6000 V8 3 73 4 10 7 500 lbs 3 402 kg 9 500 lbs 4 309 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Wei...

Page 241: ...0 V8 3 73 4 10 7 400 lbs 3 357 kg 9 400 lbs 4 264 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg The Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers cargo equipment and conversion The GCWR for your vehicle should not be exceeded You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice or you can write us at t...

Page 242: ...which will also reduce the trailer weight your vehicle can tow 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 Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 about your vehicle s maximum load capacity The trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight up to a maximum of 400 lbs 181 kg ...

Page 243: ...cle s Tires Be sure your vehicle s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires You ll find these numbers on the Certification label at the rear edge of the driver s door or see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 Then be sure you don t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle or the GAWR including the weight of the trailer tongue If you use a weight distributing hitch make sure you don t go o...

Page 244: ...g and good handling when you re driving You should always use a sway control if your trailer will weigh more than these limits You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you re using the wiring provided with the factory installed trailering package you should not need to make any holes in the body o...

Page 245: ...ing safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 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 ma...

Page 246: ... inside your vehicle See Climate Control System in the Index Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as y...

Page 247: ... vehicle could be damaged Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering When you re turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle has to have extra wiring and a heavy duty tur...

Page 248: ... ground with the automatic transmission in PARK P for a few minutes before turning the engine off If you do get the overheat warning see Engine Overheating on page 5 26 Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But ...

Page 249: ...le will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engine oil axle lubricant belt cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea...

Page 250: ...connectors and should be wired by a qualified electrical technician The technician can use the following color code chart when connecting the wiring harness to your trailer and trailer brake controller Seven Wire Harness Light Green Back up lamps Brown Parking lamps Yellow Left stoplamp and turn signal Dark Green Right stoplamp and turn signal Dark Blue Use for electric trailer brakes Orange Trail...

Page 251: ...smission Fluid 5 19 Engine Coolant 5 22 Radiator Pressure Cap 5 25 Engine Overheating 5 26 Cooling System 5 28 Engine Fan Noise 5 37 Power Steering Fluid 5 37 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 38 Brakes 5 40 Battery 5 43 Jump Starting 5 44 All Wheel Drive 5 49 Rear Axle 5 50 Front Axle 5 51 Noise Control System 5 52 Tampering with Noise Control System Prohibited 5 52 Bulb Replacement 5 53 Halogen Bulbs 5 ...

Page 252: ... of Safety Belts 5 95 Weatherstrips 5 95 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 95 Sheet Metal Damage 5 98 Finish Damage 5 98 Underbody Maintenance 5 98 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 98 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 99 Vehicle Identification 5 100 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 100 Service Parts Identification Label 5 100 Electrical System 5 101 Add On Electrical Equipment 5 101 Headlamp Wi...

Page 253: ...the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 11 Your vehicle may have an air bag system If it does see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 75 before attempting to do your own service work You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record on page 6 18 CAUTION Yo...

Page 254: ...hicle Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible Otherwise you might damage your engine A little pinging ...

Page 255: ...et 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 tur...

Page 256: ...se fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered under your warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT ...

Page 257: ...near fuel or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the driver s side of your vehicle To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise While refueling place the fuel cap in the holder provided 5 7 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 258: ...ueezing in much more fuel after the pump shuts off When you put the fuel cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 36 Notice If you need a ne...

Page 259: ...trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel oil coolant brake ...

Page 260: ...ndle inside the vehicle It is located in front of the driver s side door frame near the floor 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and lift up the secondary hood release underneath the middle of the hood 3 Lift the hood 5 10 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 261: ... will automatically come on and stay on until the hood is closed Before closing the hood be sure all of the filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer then let the hood down and close it firmly 5 11 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 262: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you lift the hood you ll see these items 5 12 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 263: ... See Brakes on page 5 40 K Windshield Washer Fluid See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 38 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of ...

Page 264: ...the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you are through What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for two things GM6...

Page 265: ...ther viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the oil container and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and have the starburst symbol on the front of t...

Page 266: ...ns and engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A Change Engine Oil light will come on Ch...

Page 267: ... If it still does not reset see your dealer for service See Change Engine Oil Light on page 3 39 What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly dispose of clothing or rags contai...

Page 268: ...nge change zone change the filter and reset the indicator Vehicles without a change indicator inspect the air cleaner filter at every oil change and replace at the first oil change after 25 000 miles 40 000 km How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake filter to release loose dust and dirt If the filter remain...

Page 269: ...t into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you are driving Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km if the vehicle s GVWR is over 8 600 or if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or ...

Page 270: ...t the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180 F to 200 F 82 C to 93 C Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C If it s colder than 50 F 10 C drive the vehicle in DRIVE D until the engine temperature gage moves and then remains steady for 10 minutes A cold fluid check can be made after the vehicle ...

Page 271: ...artment and will be labeled with this graphic shown See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the COLD are...

Page 272: ...andle down to lock the dipstick in place Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOL extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with e...

Page 273: ... but you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and the proper coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater...

Page 274: ...eed more coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank CAUTION Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiato...

Page 275: ...formation on how to add coolant to the radiator see Cooling System on page 5 28 Radiator Pressure Cap The radiator pressure cap is located near the center of the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location Notice If the pressure cap is not tightly installed coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur Be sure the cap is properly and tightly...

Page 276: ...veryone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode under Engine Overheating...

Page 277: ...s for a minute or so 1 In heavy traffic let the engine idle in NEUTRAL N while stopped If it is safe to do so pull off the road shift to PARK P or NEUTRAL N and let the engine idle 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn...

Page 278: ...ant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down When the engine is cold the coolant level should be at or above the COLD FILL mark If it isn t you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system 5 28 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 279: ...ur engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL may cause premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion In addition the engine coolant may require changing sooner at 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first...

Page 280: ...ixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice Filling the engine cooling system of a V8 engine only through the radiator neck and engine coolant overflow reservior after the engine coolant has...

Page 281: ...e parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the COLD FILL mark start your vehicle 5 31 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 282: ...t warning continues there s one more thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it 5 32 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 283: ...and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap 5 33 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 284: ...ose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap 5 34 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 285: ...iller neck See Engine Coolant on page 5 22 for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the COLD FILL mark 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off 5 35 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 286: ...the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pressure cap At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap 5 36 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 287: ...ay hear an increase in fan noise This is normal and should not be mistaken as the transmission slipping or making extra shifts It is merely the cooling system functioning properly The fan will slow down when additional cooling is not required and the clutch partially disengages You may also hear this fan noise when you start the engine It will go away as the fan clutch partially disengages Power S...

Page 288: ...The level should be at the COLD FILL mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark To prevent contamination of brake fluid never check or fill the power steering reservoir with the brake master cylinder cover off What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 14 Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper flu...

Page 289: ...eady to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water does not clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it is very cold This allows for expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely full Do not use engine coolant antifreeze in you...

Page 290: ...rk well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you will have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid it can spill on the...

Page 291: ...re removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake syst...

Page 292: ...esult in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specificati...

Page 293: ... time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for battery location Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Vehic...

Page 294: ...hicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice If the other vehicle s system is not a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use vehicles with 12 volt systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles aren t touching ea...

Page 295: ...r the engine accessory drive bracket on the driver s side below the alternator To uncover the remote positive terminal open the red plastic cover The remote negative terminal is located on the engine drive bracket on all V8 engines and it is marked GND On V6 engines the remote negative terminal is located on a tab attached to the engine accessory drive bracket where it is marked GND CAUTION Using ...

Page 296: ... or to a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t connect positive to negative or you will get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too And don t connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks 6 Co...

Page 297: ...e other end of the negative cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries ...

Page 298: ...e following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle 5 Return the positve remote terminal to its original position Jumper Cable Removal 5 48 ofrecido...

Page 299: ... page 6 4 How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole Use care not to overtighten the plug What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See ...

Page 300: ... the 1500 Series the proper level is from 5 8 inch 15 mm to 1 5 8 inch 40 mm below the bottom of the filler plug hole The proper level for the 2500 and 3500 Series is from 0 to 1 4 6 mm below the bottom of the filler plug hole Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricant...

Page 301: ... the bottom of the filler plug hole you may need to add some lubricant When the differential is cold add enough lubricant to raise the level to 3 8 inch 10 mm below the filler plug hole When the differential is at operating temperature warm add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant...

Page 302: ...nt of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or 2 The use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering are the acts listed below Insulation Removal ...

Page 303: ... two pins on the top of the headlamp assembly To remove the pins turn the outer pin clockwise and pull it straight up To remove the inner pin turn it counterclockwise and pull it straight up 3 Lift the inboard side of the headlamp to release the inboard tab from the radiator support 4 Lift the outboard side of the headlamp to release the outboard tab from the radiator support 5 Lower the headlamp ...

Page 304: ...kwise one quarter turn to remove it from the socket 10 On the passenger s side turn the bulb clockwise one turn Do not touch the glass part of the bulb 11 Install the new bulb into the socket and return it to the headlamp assembly 12 Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle and reinstall the two pins 5 54 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 305: ...move the bulb assembly from the back of the lens and replace the bulb 6 Turn the socket clockwise to reinstall it in the lens assembly Taillamps 1 Remove the two inboard nuts on the side assembly 2 Pull side assembly rearward to clear studs 3 Turn the side assembly on the outboard side releasing the upper clip 4 Slide assembly slightly upward to release lower clip 5 Reinstall the clips to the side...

Page 306: ... tab on the side of the sockets while turning them counterclockwise 9 Turn the bulb counterclockwise to remove it Install the new bulb 10 Reverse the above steps to reinstall the lamp 5 56 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 307: ...or Lamp Bulb Number Back up Lamp 3157 CHMSL 912 Composite High Beam Headlamps 9005 Composite Low Beam Headlamps 9006GS Front Parking and Turn Lamp 3157KX Front Sidemarker Lamp 194 Sealed Beam Headlamps H6054 Rear Parking Stop and Turn Lamp 3157 For any bulb not listed here contact your dealer 5 57 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 308: ...k 3 The insert has two notches at one end that are locked by bottom claws of the blade assembly At the notched end pull the insert from the blade assembly 4 To install the new wiper insert slide the notched end last into the end with two blade claws Then slide the insert all the way through the blade claws at the opposite end 5 Make sure that the notches are locked by the bottom claws Make sure th...

Page 309: ...of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or br...

Page 310: ...abeling Useful information about a tire is molded into the sidewall The following illustrations are examples of a typical P Metric and a LT Metric tire sidewall P Metric Tire 5 60 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 311: ...ntification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture E Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread F Uniform...

Page 312: ...he maximum pressure needed to support that load when used in a dual configuration For information on recommended tire pressure see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 67 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 D Department of Transportation DOT The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards E T...

Page 313: ...idth The three digit number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A two digit number that indicates the tire height to width measurements For example if the tire size aspect ratio is 75 as shown in item C of the illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 75 as high as it is wide D Construction Code A letter code is used to indicate the...

Page 314: ...bias ply construction E Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches F Service Description The service description indicates the load range and speed rating of a tire The load index can range from 1 to 279 Speed ratings range from A to Z The light truck tire size example above shows dual or single tire configurations Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure The amount of air inside the tire p...

Page 315: ...ng see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle Kilopascal kPa The metric unit for air pressure There are 6 9 k...

Page 316: ...ng the maximum speed at which a tire can operate Traction The friction between the tire and the road surface The amount of grip provided Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road Treadwear Indicators Narrow bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 2 32 inch of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5 70 UTQGS Uniform T...

Page 317: ... the spare tire How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You can t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they re underinflated Check the tire s inflation pressure when the tires are cold cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km ...

Page 318: ...tch fire You or others could be injured Be sure all tires including the spare are properly inflated See Tires on page 5 59 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 67 for more information on proper tire inflation Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 5 000 to 8 000 miles 8 000 to 13 000 km Any time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alig...

Page 319: ...nd Loading Information label See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 106 CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust o...

Page 320: ... need a new tire if any of the following statements are true You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that can t be repaired well because of the size o...

Page 321: ...ave an all season tread design the TPC number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types...

Page 322: ... additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 5 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon...

Page 323: ...laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced careful...

Page 324: ...placement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The wrong wheel can also cause pro...

Page 325: ...t 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 others may be injured in a crash Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on your vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions Follow that manufacturer s in...

Page 326: ...s the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position and then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowout particularly on a curve acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot fr...

Page 327: ...the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be...

Page 328: ...orner of the vehicle Remove the retaining wing bolt and lift it off the mounting bracket If you have a van with the 15 passenger seating arrangement the equipment you ll need is secured on the rear passenger side floor of the vehicle Remove the retaining wing bolt and lift it out of the mounting bracket 5 78 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 329: ...h D and the ratchet E to lower the spare tire The ratchet has a DOWN side and an UP side Attach the wheel wrench and ratchet with the DOWN side facing you The wheel wrench has a socket end and a flat chisel end Put the flat chisel end of the wheel wrench on an angle through the hole between the body and the bumper Be sure the flat end connects into the hoist shaft 5 79 ofrecido por www electromanu...

Page 330: ...h System later in this section When the tire has been lowered pull the tire toward you so you can reach the tire retainer and pull it up through the wheel opening If you have a vehicle which was completed from a cab and chassis refer to the information from the body supplier installer The spare tire is a full size tire like the other tires on your vehicle 5 80 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 331: ... stem pointing down See Storing the Spare Tire and Tools later in this section for instructions on storing the spare tire correctly CAUTION Before beginning this procedure read all the instructions Failure to read and follow the instructions could damage the hoist assembly and you and others could get hurt Read and follow the instructions listed below To release the spare tire from the secondary l...

Page 332: ...nches 15 cm of cable is exposed 4 Connect the jack handle C and jack handle extension B together and press the retention clip arrow so it engages 5 Attach the jack handle jack handle extension to the jack and slide the ratchet with the UP mark facing you onto the end of the jack handle extension so your set up looks like the picture above 5 82 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 333: ...k out from under the spare tire with the other hand If the spare tire is hanging from the cable slide the ratchet onto the wheel wrench and insert the wheel wrench into the hoist shaft hole above the bumper and turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare the rest of the way Be sure the DOWN mark on the ratchet is facing you 10 Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it thr...

Page 334: ...acing you use the ratchet and wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 2 Assemble the jack and tools for a front or rear flat as follows Front Flat Assemble the jack A together with the jack handle B and ratchet C as shown Be sure that the ratchet has the UP mark facing you Rear Flat Assemble the jack A together with the jack handle B jack handle extension C and ratchet D as...

Page 335: ...Connect the jack handle B and jack handle extension C together and press the retention clip arrow so it engages Front Position 5 85 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 336: ...killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle Rear Position 5 86 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 337: ...tchet clockwise Make sure the UP mark faces you Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit 5 Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire 5 87 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 338: ...ency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 7 Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each wheel nut by hand unt...

Page 339: ...tion See Capacities and Specifications in the Index for wheel nut torque specification Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications in the index for the wheel nut torque specification 10 Put the wheel c...

Page 340: ...cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place 1 Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down 2 Pull the retaining bar through the center of the wheel making sure it is properly attached 5 90 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 341: ...underside of the vehicle Continue turning the ratchet until the tire is secure and the cable is tight The spare tire hoist cannot be overtightened 7 Make sure the tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If the tire moves use the ratchet to tighten the cable You will hear two clicks when the tire is up all the way Return the jacking equipment to the proper location...

Page 342: ...urpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Do not use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl leather plast...

Page 343: ...e to remove any excess cleaner 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean water dampened towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water 2 If a stain rem...

Page 344: ...Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge Commercial cleaners may affect th...

Page 345: ...on and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Do not wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Do not use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely You can get GM approved cleaning products from you...

Page 346: ...cium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and c...

Page 347: ... a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water Rinse with clean water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Do not use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Do not use c...

Page 348: ... removed corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car...

Page 349: ...vers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on wipe off Vehicle Care Appearance Materials cont d Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects in one easy step no wiping necessary Wash Wax...

Page 350: ...tificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on the front passenger door frame It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is your VIN the model designation paint information and...

Page 351: ...ted by a circuit breaker in the lamp switch An electrical overload will cause the lamps to flicker on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools Although the cir...

Page 352: ...ide Rear View Mirror 3 Courtesy Lamp SEO 4 Left Rear Stop Turn Signal 5 Cargo Locks 6 Right Rear Stop Turn Signal 7 Driver Locks 8 Stop Center High Mounted Stop Lamp 9 Climate Control 1 10 Climate Control 11 Brakes 12 Heated Mirror Defogger 13 Right Rear Blower 14 Driver Turn Mirror Front of Vehicle 5 102 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 353: ...mp 21 Trailer Park Lamp 22 Front Park Lamp 32 Auxilary1 33 Auxilary2 Relays Usage 23 Window Residual Accessory Power 24 Auxiliary 25 Right Rear Defogger 26 Courtesy Lamp 27 Cargo Unlock 28 Driver Unlock 29 Park Lamp 30 Door Locks 31 Pass Unlock Circuit Breaker Usage 34 Power Window 5 103 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 354: ...Lamp 8 Right Rear Defogger Heated Mirror 9 Right Daytime Running Lamp Turn Signal 10 Left Daytime Running Lamp Turn Signal 11 Truck Body Control Module 4 12 Fuel Pump 13 Trailer 14 Flasher 15 Horn 16 Truck Body Control Module 3 17 Trailer Stop Turn Signal 18 Truck Body Control Module 2 19 Truck Body Control Module 20 Remote Function Actuator 21 Engine 2 22 Ignition E 23 Engine 1 24 Truck Body Cont...

Page 355: ...B 40 Oxygen Sensor A 41 Windshield Wipers 42 Right Headlamp Low Beam 43 Left Headlamp Low Beam 44 Left Headlamp High Beam 45 Right Headlamp High Beam Fuse Usage 46 Truck Body Control Module Accessory 47 Front Windshield Wiper 48 Anti Lock Brakes 49 Ignition A 50 Trailer 51 Climate Control Blower 52 Ignition B 63 Spare 64 Spare Relay Usage 53 Windshield Wiper 54 Air Conditioning 55 Spare 56 Headlam...

Page 356: ...8 bolts 14 mm 140 lb ft 190 Y Tire Pressure See the Certification Tire Label under Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 This label is located on the rear edge of the driver s door Application Capacities QTY Without Rear Heater QTY With Rear Heater Cooling System After refill the level must be rechecked See Cooling System in the Index VORTEC 4300 V6 11 0 quarts 10 4 L 14 0 quarts 13 2 L VORTEC 4800 V8...

Page 357: ...C 5300 V8 Vin T 6 0 quarts 5 7 L VORTEC 6000 V8 Vin U 6 0 quarts 5 7 L Fuel Tank Standard Tank Passenger and Cargo 31 0 gallons 117 3 L Standard Tank Cab and Chassis 33 0 gallons 124 9 L Optional Tank Cab and Chassis 57 0 gallons 215 7 L 159 inch wheelbase or 177 inch wheel base only Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity Air Conditioning Refrigerant R 134a Front 1 8 lbs 0 81 kg Air Conditioning Re...

Page 358: ... NOTES 5 108 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 359: ...aintenance Footnotes 6 8 Owner Checks and Services 6 10 At the First 100 1 000 and 6 000 Miles 160 1 600 and 10 000km 6 10 At Each Fuel Fill 6 10 At Least Once a Month 6 11 At Least Once a Year 6 11 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 14 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 16 Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 17 Maintenance Record 6 18 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 6 1 ofrecido por www electromanual...

Page 360: ...e can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition be sure to maintain your vehicle properly Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition But we do not...

Page 361: ...n do the work Some maintenance services can be complex So unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment you should have your GM Goodwrench dealer do these jobs When you go to your GM Goodwrench dealer for your service needs you will know that GM trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM parts If you want to get service information see ...

Page 362: ...em whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil on page 5 13 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message appears certain services checks and inspections are required Required services are described in the following for Maintenance I and Maintenance II Generally it is recommended that your first service be Maintenance I your second service...

Page 363: ...d wear See Tires on page 5 59 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed Perform any needed additional services See Additional Required Services in this section Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b Inspect engine cooling system See footnote c Inspect wiper blades See footnote d Inspect restraint system co...

Page 364: ... 000 100 000 166 000 125 000 207 500 150 000 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Repack front wheel bearings See footnote k Change automatic transmission fluid and filter severe service See footnote h Change automatic transmission fluid and filter normal service Replace spark plugs and inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control S...

Page 365: ...0 150 000 240 000 Engine cooling system service or every 5 years whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote i Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service Inspect evaporative control system An Emission Control Service See footnotes and l 6 7 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 366: ... lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc c Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked swollen or deteriorated Inspect all pipes fittings and clamps replace with genuine GM parts as needed To help ensure proper operation a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap and cleaning the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser is...

Page 367: ...hes 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 i Drain flush and refill cooling system See Engine Coolant on page 5 22 for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and filler neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap j A fluid loss in any vehicle system could indica...

Page 368: ...or vehicles with dual wheels check dual wheel nut torque For proper torque see Capacities and Specifications on page 5 106 At Each Fuel Fill It is important to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil on page 5 13 for further details Notice It is important to check your oil regularly and ke...

Page 369: ...e Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 77 At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake See Parking Brake on page 2 26 if necessary Do not use the accelerat...

Page 370: ...le begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the key to the RUN position but do not start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in e...

Page 371: ...brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Contact your GM Goodwrench de...

Page 372: ... System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Usage Fluid Lubricant Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Parking Brake Cable Guides Chassis Lubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No U S 89021184 in Canada 89021186 Automatic Tra...

Page 373: ...uid Usage Fluid Lubricant One Piece Propshaft Slip Yoke Spline Two Piece Propshaft Slip in Tube Spline Spline Lubricant Special Lubricant GM Part No U S 12345879 in Canada 10953511 or lubricant meeting requirements of GM 9985830 Hood Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No U S 12345579 in Ca...

Page 374: ...ngine Oil Filter 4 3L W V6 4 8L V 5 3L T 6 0L U V8 25010792 25010633 PF47 PF44 Fuel Filter 4 3L W V6 4 8L V 5 3L T 6 0L U V8 25121792 25121792 GF626 GF626 Passenger Compartment Air Filter Kit 4 3L W V6 4 8L V 5 3L T 6 0L U V8 52485513 52485513 PCV Valve 4 3L W V6 6487532 CV 769 C Spark Plugs 4 3L W V6 4 8L V 5 3L T 6 0L U V8 25162556 41 932 41 985 Wiper Blades 15153642 Wiper Blade Length 22 inches...

Page 375: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing V6 Engine V8 Engine 6 17 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 376: ...rovided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 in this section Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 10 can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 377: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 19 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 378: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 20 ofrecido por www electromanuales com ...

Page 379: ...Roadside Assistance Program 7 5 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records 7 9 Reporting Safety Defects 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 10 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 11 Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information...

Page 380: ... member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 222 1020 In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prom...

Page 381: ...may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the toll free telephone number or write them at the following address BBB Auto Line Program Council of Better Business Bureaus Inc 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington VA 22203 1804 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General ...

Page 382: ...Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 Fax Number 313 381 0022 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish Fax Number 313 381 0022 From U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Fax Number 313 381 0022 Canada Customer Assistance General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 1 800 263 3777 ...

Page 383: ... call 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Assistance Program Security While You Travel 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 As the proud owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle you are automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance program This value added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road Chevrolet s Roadside Assistance toll free number is staffed...

Page 384: ...ocation of the vehicle Model year color and license plate number Mileage Vehicle Identification Number and delivery date of the vehicle Description of the problem While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service it is added security while traveling for you and your family Remember we are only a phone call away Chevrolet Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV USA 1 800 234 8872 text telephone T...

Page 385: ...please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait Chevrolet helps minimize your inconvenience by prov...

Page 386: ... it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact you dealer for specific informa...

Page 387: ... crash performance and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehicles and driving safety Unlike the data recorders on many airplanes these on board systems do not record sounds such as conversation of vehicle occupants To read this information special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the SDM is required GM will not access information about a crash event or share it wit...

Page 388: ...tation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should immediately notify Transport Canada in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited You may write to Transport Canada 330 Sparks Street Tower...

Page 389: ...es adjustments and specifications for GM transmissions transaxles and transfer cases RETAIL SELL PRICE 50 00 Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle In Canada information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins can ...

Page 390: ...e for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover visit Helm Inc on the World Wide Web at www helminc com Or you can write to Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 Prices are subject to change wit...

Page 391: ...te 1 70 What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates 1 70 When Should an Air Bag Inflate 1 69 Where Are the Air Bags 1 67 Air Bag Systems 1 70 Air Cleaner Filter Engine 5 18 Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module SDM 7 9 All Wheel Drive 5 49 All Wheel Drive AWD System 2 26 AM 3 76 AM FM Radio 3 45 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 78 Anti lock Brake System 4 6 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 34 Appearance ...

Page 392: ...acking Up 4 49 Battery 5 43 Battery Replacement 2 6 Battery Run Down Protection 3 17 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 22 Brake Parking 2 26 System Warning Light 3 33 Brake Adjustment 5 42 Brake Fluid 5 40 Brake Pedal Travel 5 42 Brake Wear 5 42 Brakes 5 40 Braking 4 6 Braking in Emergencies 4 8 Break In New Vehicle 2 20 Bulb Replacement 5 53 Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 5 55 Halog...

Page 393: ...Charging System Light 3 31 Check Engine Light 3 36 Gages Warning Light 3 42 Check Engine Light 3 36 Checking Brake Fluid 5 41 Checking Coolant 5 24 Checking Engine Oil 5 13 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 9 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 76 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 98 Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems 1 40 Infants and Young Children 1 34 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LA...

Page 394: ... System 3 22 Control of a Vehicle 4 5 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage 3 35 Heater Engine 2 23 Low Warning Light 3 35 Cooling System 5 28 Cruise Control 3 11 Cruise Control Light 3 40 Current and Past Model Order Forms 7 12 Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 7 4 Customer Assistance Offices 7 4 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...

Page 395: ...7 Winter 4 26 Driving On Grades 4 50 Driving on Snow or Ice 4 27 Driving Through Deep Standing Water 4 19 Driving Through Flowing Water 4 19 Driving with a Trailer 4 48 Dual Stage Air Bags 1 69 Dual Tire Operation 5 68 E Electrical System Add On Equipment 5 101 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 102 Headlamp Wiring 5 101 Windshield Wiper Fuses 5 101 Electronic Road Speed Governor 3 28 Emissions Inspecti...

Page 396: ...h Care 5 96 Finish Damage 5 98 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 78 Flash To Pass Feature 3 9 Flat Tire 5 76 Flat Tire Changing 5 77 Floor Console Fuse Block 5 102 Fluid Automatic Transmission 5 19 Power Steering 5 37 Windshield Washer 5 38 FM 3 76 Following Distance 4 49 Front Axle 5 51 Fuel 5 4 Additives 5 6 California Fuel 5 5 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 5 9 Filling Your Tank 5 7 Fuels in Foreign Coun...

Page 397: ... Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 5 55 Halogen Bulbs 5 53 Highway Hypnosis 4 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 24 Hitches 4 45 Hood Checking Things Under 5 9 Release 5 10 Horn 3 7 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank 5 30 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 5 34 How to Add Fluid 5 22 How to Check 5 19 5 67 How to Check Lubricant 5 50 How to Check Power Steering Fluid 5 38 How to Inspe...

Page 398: ...Inflation Tire Pressure 5 67 Inside Day Night Rearview Mirror 2 32 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 26 Overview 3 4 Instrument Panel Brightness Control 3 16 Interior Lamps 3 16 J Jump Starting 5 44 K Keyless Entry System 2 3 Keys 2 2 L Lamps Exterior 3 14 Interior 3 16 Lamps On Reminder 3 15 Lap Belt 1 25 Lap Shoulder Belt 1 16 LATCH System Child Restraints 1 49 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for t...

Page 399: ... Door Relocking 2 8 Door 2 7 Leaving Your Vehicle 2 10 Locks cont Lockout Protection 2 10 Power Door 2 8 Rear Door Security Locks 2 9 Loss of Control 4 15 Low Coolant Warning Light 3 35 M Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services 6 6 At Each Fuel Fill 6 10 At Least Once a Month 6 11 At Least Once a Year 6 11 At the First 100 1 000 and 6 000 Miles 160 1 600 and 10 000km 6 10 Introduction 6 ...

Page 400: ...yGMLink com 7 3 N New Vehicle Break In 2 20 Noise Control System Tampering 5 52 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 16 O Off Road Recovery 4 13 Oil Change Engine Oil Light 3 39 Engine 5 13 Pressure Gage 3 38 Older Children Restraints 1 32 Online Owner Center 7 3 OnStar Personal Calling 2 36 OnStar Services 2 35 OnStar System 2 35 OnStar Virtual Advisor 2 36 Operation Tips 3 22 Other Warning Dev...

Page 401: ... 4 Steering Fluid 5 37 Windows 2 17 Power Steering 4 11 Q Questions and Answers About Safety Belts 1 14 R Radiator Pressure Cap 5 25 Radio Data System RDS 3 56 3 67 Radio Messages 3 47 3 50 3 59 Radios 3 43 AM FM Radio 3 45 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 3 77 Care of Your CD Player 3 78 Care of Your CDs 3 78 Radio with Cassette and CD 3 53 Radio with CD 3 48 Radio with Six Disc CD 3 64 Setting ...

Page 402: ... the Spare Tire and Tools 5 78 Removing the Wheel Covers 5 84 Replacement Bulbs 5 57 Replacing Brake System Parts 5 43 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 1 77 Replacing the Rear Seats 1 8 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 7 10 General Motors 7 10 United States Government 7 10 Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 76 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a...

Page 403: ... System 5 81 Securing a Child Restraint Center Seat Position 1 57 1 58 Designed for the LATCH System 1 51 1 52 Rear Outside Seat Position 1 54 Right Front Seat Position 1 60 Security Light 3 40 Security While You Travel 7 5 Service 5 3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 4 Doing Your Own Work 5 3 Engine Soon Light 3 36 Publications Ordering Information 7 11 Service Bulletins 7 11 Ser...

Page 404: ...d Tools 5 90 Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 30 Sun Visors 2 19 Swing Out Side Door 60 40 2 13 Swing Out Windows 2 18 T Taillamps 5 55 Theft Deterrent Radio 3 76 Theft Deterrent Systems 2 19 Passlock 2 19 Tilt Wheel 3 7 Tire Sidewall Labeling 5 60 Tire Size 5 63 Tire Terminology and Definitions 5 64 Tires 5 59 Buying New Tires 5 71 Chains 5 75 Changing a Flat Tire 5 77 Dual Tire Operation 5 68 If ...

Page 405: ...er Case Unit Repair Manual 7 11 Transportation Options 7 7 Trip Odometer 3 27 Turn and Lane Change Signals 3 8 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 3 8 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer 4 49 U Understanding Radio Reception 3 76 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 72 United States Customer Assistance 7 4 Using Cleaner on Fabric 5 93 Using Song List Mode 3 74 V Vehicle Control 4 5 Damage Warnings iv Loading ...

Page 406: ...Change Engine Oil GM Oil Life System 5 16 When to Check 5 67 When to Check and Change 5 19 When to Check Lubricant 5 50 When to Check Power Steering Fluid 5 38 When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 18 When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 4 51 Where to Put the Restraint 1 43 Why Safety Belts Work 1 11 Windows 2 16 Manual 2 17 Power 2 17 Swing Out Windows 2 18 Windshield Was...

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