GMC 1995 Safari Owner'S Manual Download

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Summary of Contents for 1995 Safari

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Page 3: ...formation and tipsabout the road and how todrive under different conditions Section 5 Problems on the Road This section tells you what to do if you havea problem while driving such as a flat tire or engine overheating etc Section 6 Service Appearance Care Here the manual tells you howto keep yourvehicle running properly andlooking good Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to ...

Page 4: ...ervice keep in mind thatyour GMC Truckdealer knows your vehicle best andis interested inyour complete satisfaction Your dealer invites you to return for all ofyour service needs bothduring and after the warranty period Remember if you have a concern and needhelp handling itto your satisfaction see the procedure inthe GMC Truck Warranty and Owner Assistance Informationbooklet Thanks forchoosing a G...

Page 5: ...sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for GMCTruck Division whenever it appears in this manual W E SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH National Institute for AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE For Canadian Owners Who Prefera French Language Manual Aux yropridtaires canadiens Vous pouvez vous procurerun exemplaire de ce guide en fraqais chez votre concessiona...

Page 6: ... that s in the manual and the page number where you ll find it Safety Warningsand Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box with gray background and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning In the gray caution area we tell you whatthe hazard is Then we tell you what to do tohelp avoid or reduce the hazard Plea...

Page 7: ...void the damage When you readother manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings indifferent colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use yellowfor cautions blue for notices and the words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you will find on your vehicle For example these symbols are used on an original battery A I Caubon Possi...

Page 8: ...swhenever your vehicle is driven Fasten Safety Door LocWUnlock Belts These symbols have todo with your lights Master Lighting Switch Turn Signal Direction Parking Lights Daytime Running Lights A A E O I I 1 I Hazard Warning Headlight Flasher High Beam vi ...

Page 9: ...lating Fan Rear Window Wiper Washer Rear Window Defogger n These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights u Engine Coolant Battery Charging Temperature System 8RAKE Brake Digital Cluster ANTI LOCK 4 Wheel Anti Lock Windshield Defroster Hatch Release I Fuel Engine Oil Pressure Digital Cluster ...

Page 10: ...Here are some other symbols you may see Fuse Lighter Horn Speaker Viii ...

Page 11: ...safety belts properly You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats how to adjust them take them out and put them back in It also tells you about bucket and bench seats power seats and head restraints Front Seats 1 1 ...

Page 12: ...an adjust the seat before entering the vehicle The front control makes thefront of the seat go up and down The rear control makes the r e x of the seat go up and down The center control makesthe whole seat go up and down or forward and rearward ...

Page 13: ...e seatback by lifting the lever Release the lever to lock the seat back where you want it Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to an upright position Don t adjust the driver s seatback while your vehicleis moving Don t have a seatback reclined if your vehicleis moving But don t havea seatbackreclined if your vehicle is moving 1 3 ...

Page 14: ... manual bucket seats See Front Seats earlier in this section or in the Index Bench Seats If you have benchseats in your vehicle each seat can c q up to three passengers They can also be removed toincrease storage space The center and rear bench seats can be adjusted forward or rearward by the lever at the front of the seat ...

Page 15: ...rmrest The left armrest can also be usedas astorage compartment The storage compartment and beveragecooler can also be used as rearseat armrests See Storage Compartment BeverageCooler in the Index The optional touring bench seats come with moveable armrests individual reclining seatbacks adjustable headrests and a fold down center console To adjust your seatback pull up on the lever on thelower ou...

Page 16: ...adrests see Head Restraints in this section To fold your non touring seatback forward pullup on the latchrelease lever while pulling the seatback toward you The lever is on the right rear of your seat After the latch has been released push the seatback down untilit locks in place To raise the seatback unlockthe seat by pushing forward on the lever Makesure the seatback is locked whenit is put back...

Page 17: ...e latch plates for the lap shoulder belt from the buckles in the roof BELTFOR I TO DETACH I SEAT REMOVAL1 It 2 If you are removing the center seat remove the right lap shoulder belt To do this press the tip of a key into therelease hole of the safety belt attachment while pulling up onthe safety belt ...

Page 18: ...at Push the seatback down until it locks in place non touring bench seats only 5 Lift up on the seatrelease latch The latches are near thefloor on the rear legs of the seat To relieve pressureon the latch pull backon the seat 6 Lift up on the rear of the seat to remove theseat assembly from the rear latch pins Then pull back andlift the seat outof the vehicle 1 8 ...

Page 19: ...onto the anchorpins Pull the seat down to latch the rear retainers Make sure the seat is locked inby pulling up anddown on the seat L a 1 2 Raise the seatbackby pushing forwardon the latch at the right rear of the seat Pull up on the seatbackuntil it is locked securely in the up position 1 9 ...

Page 20: ...ty belt with the release hole facing inward toward the seat slide the plastic coverup so you can see the buckle Disconnect the seat belt Slide the cover back down and reinstall the belt correctly Head Restraints Head restraints are fixed onsome models and adjustableon others Slide an adjustable head restraint up or down so that thetop of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears This positi...

Page 21: ... you do have a crash you don t know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn tsurvive But mostcrashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurtor killed After more than 25 years of safetybelts in vehicles the facts are clear In mo...

Page 22: ...lts Work When youride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s I just a seat on wheels Put someone on it Get it up tospeed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop 1 12 ...

Page 23: ...The person keeps going until stopped bysomething In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the safety belts or the instrument panel 1 13 ...

Page 24: ... many vehicles today and will be in more of them inthe future But theyare supplementalsystems only so they workwith safety belts not instead ofthem Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required theuse of safety belts Even if you re in avehicle that has air bags you still haveto buckle up to get the most protection That s true not only infrontal collisions but especially inside and other ...

Page 25: ...traint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This partdescribes the driver srestraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat to seehow see Seats in theIndex so you can sit up straight 3 Pick upthe latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 4...

Page 26: ...rnlow and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lapbelt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulderbelt should go over the shoulderand across the chest These parts ofthe body are best able to take belt restraining ...

Page 27: ...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 in to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The beltshould be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder Q What s wrong with this A The shoulder belt is tooloose...

Page 28: ...Q What s wrong with this A The belt is over an armrest 1 18 ...

Page 29: ...Q What s wrong with this A The shoulder belt is worn under the a m It should be worn over the shoulder at all times ...

Page 30: ... across the body To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle The belt should go back out of the way Before you close thedoor be sure the belt is out of the way If you slam the door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle 1 20 ...

Page 31: ...he driver facial air bag system Your vehicle has a facial air bag for the driver The driver s facial air bag will help reduce facial injuries when used with the safety belt Here are the most important things to know about the facialair bag system 1 21 ...

Page 32: ...checks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells youif there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information How the Air Bag System Works Where is the air bag The driver s facial air bagis in the middle of the steering wheel 1 22 ...

Page 33: ...eration Vehicle damage is only one indication of this What makesan air bag inflate In a frontal impact of sufficient severity theair bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is suddenly stopping as a result of a crash The sensing system triggers a chemical reaction of the sodium azide sealed in the inflator The reaction produces nitrogengas which inflates the air bag The inflator air bag and re...

Page 34: ... new parts for your air bagsystem If you don t getthem the air bag system won t be there to help protect you in anothercrash A new system willinclude the air bagmodule and possiblyother parts The service manual for your vehiclecovers the need to replace other parts Your vehicle is equipped witha diagnostic module which records information about the air bag system The module records information abo...

Page 35: ...r or bicycle rack is attached to your vehicle will it keep the air bagfrom workingnroperly so that the vehicle s basic structureisn t changed it s not likelyto keep the air bags from working properlyin a crash Q Is there anythingI might add to thefront of the vehicle that could keep the air bagfrom workingproperly A Yes If you add things that change your vehicle sframe bumper system front end shee...

Page 36: ...o making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt See Driver Position earlier in this section When the shoulderbelt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again Rear Seat Passengers It s very importantfor rear seat passengersto...

Page 37: ...h plate into the buckle until it clicks If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly i...

Page 38: ...this applies force tothe strongpelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force atyour abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulderbelt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restrainingforces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash...

Page 39: ...To unlatch thebelt justpush the button on the buckle Center Passenger Position Bench Seat 1 29 ...

Page 40: ...h plate and pull it along the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug h Buckle position and releaseit the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t longenough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckleis positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever ...

Page 41: ...ction That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size In fact thelaw in everystate in the United States and in every Canadianprovince says children up to some age must be restrained while ina vehicle Smaller Children and Babies ...

Page 42: ...h theinfant or child restraint will show youhow to do that Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show thatchildren are safer if they are restrained inthe rear rather than thefront seat We at General Motors thereforerecommend that youput your childrestraint in the rear seat unlessthe child is an infant and you re the only adult in the vehicle In that case you might wantto secure the restra...

Page 43: ... If you needto have an anchor installed you can ask yourGM dealer to put it in for you If you want to install an anchor yourself your dealer can tell you how to do it Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about thetop strap if the child restraint has one 1 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the c...

Page 44: ...ld restraint instructions will show you how Tilt the latch plate to adjustthe belt if needed If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child sface or neck put it behind the child restraint 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release buttonis positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 34 F ...

Page 45: ...nt secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position Bench Seat You ll beusing the lap belt Seethe earlierpart about the top strapif the child restraint has one ...

Page 46: ...nsfor the child restraint 3 Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say 4 Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 5 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 36 ...

Page 47: ...nbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part aboutthe top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Put therestraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint 2 Secure the child in the child restraint as theinstru...

Page 48: ... belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt allthe way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 38 ...

Page 49: ...unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will movefreely again andbe ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Larger Children I Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle s safety belts If you have the choice a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a ...

Page 50: ... shoulder belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child supper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very close to the child s face or ...

Page 51: ... around you you should useit But if a safety belt isn tlong 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 foryou andjust forthe seat in your vehiclethat you choose Don t let someone else use it and useit only for the seat it is made tofit To wear...

Page 52: ... if the belts were stretched as they wouldbe if worn during a more severe crash then you need new belts If belts are cutor damaged replace them Collisiondamage also may mean you will needto have safety beltor seat parts repairedor replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt wasn t being used at the time of thecollision Before replacing any safety belt see your dealerfor the co...

Page 53: ...many standard and optional features on your vehicle and information on starting shifting and braking Also explained are the instrument panel and thewarning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem Keys 2 1 ...

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Page 55: ... to make extra keys Keep the plugs in a safe place If youlose your keys you ll be able to have newones made easily usingthese plugs I NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent theft But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in So be sure you have extra keys ...

Page 56: ...rs and How They Work Side Doors To open thefront side door fromthe outside grasp the handle and pull the door open To open the front side door from the inside pull the levertoward you and push the door open 2 4 ...

Page 57: ...ing side door pull the handle toward the back and slide the door to the rear until it latches in the open position To close the sliding side door pull the handle toward the front to release the rear latch and slide the door forward 2 5 ...

Page 58: ...htrear door first Grasp the handle and pullthe door open To open the left rear door pullon the latch release handle in the inside of the door To close the rear doors close the left door first Check to makesure both doors are completely closed The rear doors have a check assembly to keep the doors from opening beyond 90O ...

Page 59: ...n the doors push in on the clip and lift the check assembly up off the mounting bracket Do this on each door Replace the assemblies the same way Seethe caution under Swing Out Windows in this section Door Locks 2 7 ...

Page 60: ... To lock front doors and sliding side door slide the lock leversdown To unlock the front doors andthe sliding side doorfrom the inside Slide the lock levers up Rear doors cannot be manually locked from the inside To unlock the rear hatch and Dutch doors from the inside Push the top of the HATCH REL switch ...

Page 61: ...the key in the ignition Then pull upon the hatch handle and openthe doors To release the hatch using the optional Keyless Entry hand held transmitter see KeylessEntry System in theIndex To release the hatch and unlockthe doors from the outside of the vehicle put thekey in the lock and turn clockwise Then pull up on the hatch and open the right rear door first Grasp the handle and pull the door ope...

Page 62: ...tem comes on and in about five seconds locks the sliding door All models have overriding door locks When a door is locked the door handle will not work thelatch This will helpstop a door from being accidentally opened However power door locks do not affect the operation of the hatch Leaving Your Vehicle If you areleaving the vehicle take your keys open your door and set the locks from inside Then ...

Page 63: ... s door will unlock automatically If you press UNLOCK again withinfive seconds all doors will unlock All doors will lock when DOOR is pressed Pressing REAR will unlock the hatch Matching Transmitter s To Your Vehicle Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent anothertransmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Rem...

Page 64: ...withtwo Duracell typebatteries DL2016 or equivalent positive side down Align andsnap together the back and top transmitter housings Theft Vehicle theftis big business especially insome cities Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can makeit impossible to steal However there are ways youcan help Key in the Ignition If you walk awayfrom your...

Page 65: ...rs except the driver s 0 Then take the doorkey with you New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your modern vehicle doesn t need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you followthese guidelines 0 Keep your speed at 55 mph 88km h or less for the first 500 miles 804 km Don t drive at any one speed fast or slow for the first 500 miles 804 km Don t make full throttle starts Avoid mak...

Page 66: ...ate accessories in the ACC position for long periods of time Prolonged operation of accessories in the ACC position could drain your battery and prevent you from starting your vehicle LOCK This position locks your ignition steering wheel and transmission It s a theft deterrent feature You will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK OFF This position lets you turn offth...

Page 67: ... shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine won t start in any other position that s asafety feature To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only NOTICE Don t try to shift to PARK P if your vehicle is moving If you do you coulddamage the transmission Shift to PARK P only when your vehicle is stopped 1 Withoutpushing the accelerator pedal turn your ignition key to START When the eng...

Page 68: ...ur vehicle If you add electricalparts oraccessories you could change the way the fuel injection system operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine mightnot perform properly If you ever have to have your vehicle towed see the part of this manual that tells howto do it without damagingyour vehicle See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Fuel Regulator You...

Page 69: ...engine warm up Usually the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle To use the coolant heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open thehood and unwrap the electrical cord 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt outlet I NOTICE After you ve used the coolant heater be sure to store the cord as it was beforeto keep it away from moving engine parts If you don...

Page 70: ...e we ask that you contactyour GM dealer in the area where you ll be parking your vehicle The dealer can give you the bestadvice for that particular area Automatic Transmission VOLTS Inere are several different positions for your shift lever PARK P This locks your rear wheels It s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can t move easily 2 18 ...

Page 71: ... in this section REVERSE R Use this gear to back up NOTICE Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transmission Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicleback and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transmission see If You re Stuck InSand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index NEUTRAL N In this position your engine d...

Page 72: ...ain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on If you manuallyselect SECOND GEAR 2 the transmission willdrive in second gear You may use this feature for reducing torque to the rear wheels when you are trying to start your vehicle froma stop on slippery roadsurfaces lower fuel economy than SECOND GEAR 2 You can useit on very steep hills or indeep snow or mud If theselector le...

Page 73: ...n Hold the regular brake pedal down Pull the brake release lever NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle If you are ona hill See Parking on Hills in the Index If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill See Towing a Trailer inthe Index that section shows what to do...

Page 74: ...feature will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle Shifting Into PARK P 1 Hold the brake pedaldown with yourright foot and setthe parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P position like this Pull the lever toward you Move the lever up as far as it will go 3 Move the ignitionkey to LOCK 4 Remove the key andtake it with you If you can walk awayfrom your vehicle withthe ignition ke...

Page 75: ...l and you don tshift your transmission into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may puttoo much force on the parking pawl in the transmission You may find it difficult to pullthe shift lever out of PARK P This is called torque lock To prevent torque lock set theparking brake and thenshift into PARK P properly before you leave the driver s seat To find out how see Shifting Into PARK P in the ...

Page 76: ...ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you want If you ever hold the brake pedal downbut still can t shiftout of PARK P try this 1 Turn the key to OFF 2 Apply and holdthe brake untilthe end of Step4 3 Shift to NEUTRAL N 4 Start thevehicle and thenshift to the drive gear you want 5 Have ...

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Page 78: ... WhileYou reParked It s better not to park with theengine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index 2 26 ...

Page 79: ...isengage the front axle It is fully automatic and adjusts itself as needed for road conditions To open yourmanual windows turnthe hand crank on each door to raise or lower your side door windows If you haveoptional power windows the controls are on each of the front side doors The driver s door has a switch for the front passenger window as well Your power windows will not move unless the ignition...

Page 80: ...Swing Out Windows 1 To open your swing out windows pull up on the latch and pushthe window out To close the window pull the latch toward you and push it down 2 28 ...

Page 81: ... allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can also raise it to the highest level to giveyour legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pullthe lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then releasethe lever to lock the wheel inplace 2 29 ...

Page 82: ... 0 WindshieldWipers WindshieldWasher Cruise Control Option Turn Signal and Lane ChangeIndicator The turn signal has two upward for Right andtwo downward for Left positions These positions allow youto signal a turnor a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the wayup or down When the turnis finished the lever will return automatically 2 30 ...

Page 83: ...al If a bulb is burnedout replace it to help avoid an accident If the green arrows don t go on at all when you signala turn check the fuse see Fuses in the Index and for burned out bulbs If you have a trailer towing option with added wiringfor the trailer lights a different turnsignal flasher is used With this flasher installed the signal indicator will flash even if a turn signal bulb is burnedou...

Page 84: ...tween wipes This can be very useful in light rain or snow T u r n the band tochoose the delay time The closer to LO the shorterthe delay For steady wipingat low speed turnthe band awayfrom you tothe LO position For high speed wiping turn the band further to HI To stop the wipers move the bandto the off symbol Remember that wornor damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to driv...

Page 85: ... damage Always clear ice and heavy snow from the windshield before using your windshield wipers Windshield Washer At the top of themultifunction lever there s apaddle marked with the windshield washer symbol and PUSH To spray washer fluid on the windshield pushthe paddle The wipers willclear the window and then either stop or return to your preset speed Driving without washer fluid can bedangerous...

Page 86: ...asher system and paint Rear Window WiperMcasher Dutch Door You control your rear window wipedwasher from a switch on your instrumentpanel on the driver s side of your steeringcolumn Press the top of the switchto the first position to turn on the wiper 0 Press the top of the switch in all the way and hold to release the desired amount of washer fluid The wipers will continue to work after you relea...

Page 87: ...an maintain aspeed of about 25 mph 40kmk or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This canreally help on long trips Cruise Control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 kdh When you applyyour brakes the Cruise Control shuts off 2 35 ...

Page 88: ...g cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don t want to You couldbe startled andevenlose control Keep the cruise control switchOFF until you wantto use it 2 Get up to the speed you want 3 Push in the set button atthe end of the lever and release it 4 Take yourfoot off the accelerator pedal To Resume a Set Speed m 2 36 ...

Page 89: ...itch at R A Resume Accelerate longer than half a second the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake You could be startled and even lose control So unless you want to gofaster don t hold the switch at R A Resume Accelerate ToIncrease Speed WhileUsing Cruise Control While your cruise control switch is in the ON position here are two ways to go to a higher speed...

Page 90: ... you do this you ll go 1mph 1 6 kmh slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the acceleratorpedal to increase yourspeed When you take yourfoot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the Cruise Control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well yourCruise Control will workon hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going ups...

Page 91: ...ise Control There are two ways to turn off the Cruise Control Move the Cruise switch to OFF To Erase Speed Memory When you turn off the Cruise Control or the ignition your Cruise Control set speed memoryis erased 2 39 ...

Page 92: ...witch marked OFFto turn off your lights Turn the dial above the light switches counterclockwiseto dim your instrumentpanel lights Turn the dial clockwise to brighten your instrument panel lights If you turn the dial clockwise all the way untilit clicks your interior lights will come on You can switch yourheadlamps from high to low beam by pulling on the turn signalkigh beam lever A circuit breaker...

Page 93: ...ystem will makeyour high beam headlamps come on ata reduced brightness when The ignition is on 0 The headlamp switch is off and 0 The parking brake is released When the DRL are on only your high beam headlamps will be on The taillamps sidemarker and other lamps won t beon Your instrument panel won t be lit up either When itbegins to get dark your DRL indicator light is a reminder to turn your head...

Page 94: ...en any of the doors You can also turn on the dome lamps by turning the dimmer dial clockwiseuntil it clicks Reading Lamps You may have the optionalreading lamps next to the dome lamps Turn the lamps on and off by pressing the switch next to the lamp You can adjust the lamps to any desiredposition by rotating the lamp and they will work when the ignition is on or off Be sure to turn the lamps off b...

Page 95: ...ave the optional reading lamps they willstill operate if the switch is in the OFF position If you have the optional Keyless Illumination feature the interior lamps will come on briefly when doors are locked and unlocked or the door handles are lifted Mirrors Inside Mirror Your inside rearview mirror has two pivots so you can adjust it up and down or side to side 2 43 ...

Page 96: ...ng Pull the tab back towardsyou for night driving Outside Mirrors Adjust your outside mirrors soyou can just see the side of your vehicle Somemirrors are manually adjustable The optional electric mirrors come with a remote control adjustmentswitch Find the switch on the instrumentpanel above the radio 2 44 ...

Page 97: ...mirror it canalso be folded in or out Push the mirror towards thevehicle to move itin After pushing the mirror out adjustment will be maintained Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat Sun VisorsNanityMirrors To block out glare you can swing down the visors You can also swing them from side to side ...

Page 98: ...t won t be able to back awayfrom the heating element when it s ready That can make it overheat damaging the lighter and the heating element To remove the front ashtray pullon the front of it while pressing on the inner tab I To remove the smaller ashtrays on each sidewall press down on the tabs inside and pull out Don t put papers and other things that burninto your ashtrays If you do cigarettes o...

Page 99: ...onal rear hatch and Dutch doors you will alsohave an assist handle on the inside hatch Your front storage compartment is at the center of the engine cover To open the compartment press the two tabs together and pull If you have an optional sliding tray storage compartment it is under the front passenger seat To open the compartment move the latch in the top handle and pullthe tray forward ...

Page 100: ...you havea rear storage compartment pull upon the handle to openor remove the cover To redace the Center Overhead Console t I cover fit the notches on the coverinto the storage compartment slots and push down I The optional roof console hastwo storage compartments To open the compartments push up andslide the door forward To close the compartments slide the door back Use the straps tosecure items 2...

Page 101: ...readings in either English orMetric To switch from English to Metric just press the E M button Instrument Panel A Light Switches B Dimmer Switch C Instrument Cluster D Gearshift Lever E Air ConditionerMeater E Remote Outside Mirror Switch G Rear Heater Switch H Rear A CSwitch I Interior Lamp Override Switch J Audio System K Convenience Tray L Glove Box M Ashtray N Cigarette Lighter 0 Hood Release ...

Page 102: ...odometer shows how far your vehiclehas been driven in either miles used inthe U S or kilometers used in Canada Tamper Resistant Odometer Standard Cluster Digital Cluster Your odometer is tamper resistant The odometer will show silverlines between the numbersif someonetries to turn it back The digital odometer will read999 999 if someonetries to turn it back 2 50 ...

Page 103: ...ear in place of your regular odometer when you press the TRIP button To reset thetrip odometer on thedigital cluster press the RESET button To change back to the regular odometer press theTRIP button again Warning Lights and Indicators Warning lights and gages can signal thatsomething is wrongbefore it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to your warn...

Page 104: ...e get to know your warning lightsand gages They re a big help Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START a light will come on for about eight secondsto remind people to fasten their safety belts Unless the driver s safety beltis already buckled a tone willalso sound Air Bag Readiness Light There is anair bag readiness lighton the instrument panel whichshows AIR BAG The syste...

Page 105: ...n you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away Brake System Warning Light Standard Cluster Digital Cluster Your vehicle s hydraulic brake systemis divided into two parts If one part isn t working the other part can still work andstop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there could be a brake p...

Page 106: ...le towed for service See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index The brake systemwarning light will also come on when youset your parking brake and it will stay on if your parkingbrake doesn trelease fully If it stays on afteryour parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light Standard Cluster Digital Cluster With the anti lock brake system this lig...

Page 107: ...and emission control systems This light should come on when the ignition is on but the engine is not running as a check to show you it is working If it does not come on at all have it fixed right away Ifit stays on or it comes on while you are driving the computer is indicating that you have a problem You should take your vehicle in for service soon NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with thi...

Page 108: ...mayhave a problem with the electrical charging system It could indicate that you have a loose accessory drive belt or another electrical problem Haveit checked right away Driving while this light is on could drain your battery If you mustdrive a short distance with the light on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and heatedair conditioner Daytime Running Lamps DRL lndicat...

Page 109: ... standardcluster If you have the digital cluster it ison the top of the cluster The high beam indicator light is on whenever you use your high beam headlamps For more details see HeadlampHigh Low Beam Changer in this part Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator I The turn signal indicator is a light with two green arrows It comes on whenever you signal a turn or lane change Turn signal arrows are at...

Page 110: ...s that yourengine coolant has overheated If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions you should pulloff the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible If you havea digital cluster a box around the temperature symbol will also flash when yourengine is too hot Hot Coolant Can Burn you Badly In Problems On TheRoad this manual explains what to do See...

Page 111: ...d outside temperature and oil viscosity but readings above the low pressure zone indicate the normal operatingrange A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerouslylow oil level orother problems causing low oil pressure On the digital cluster a box around the oil pressure symbol will begin to flash when the oilpressure is low NOTICE Damage to your engine from neglected oil problem...

Page 112: ...er will beginto flash when your tank is 1 8full or less Here are things some owners ask about Noneof these indicate a problem with your fuel gage 0 At thegas station thegas pump shuts off beforethe gage reads full 0 The fuel tank will takeeither a little moreor a little less fuel to fill up than the gage shows 0 The gage moves a little when you turna corner or speed up The gage doesn t go back to ...

Page 113: ...ngine is left at an idle for an extended period This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power atengine idle As engine speeds are increased this condition shouldcorrect itself as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to create maximum power On the digital cluster a box around the voltmeter symbol will begin the flash when the charging system needs ser...

Page 114: ...r the sides of your vehicle Load your cargo so that itrests onthe slats and does not scratch or damage the vehicle Put the cargo against the side rails andfasten it securely tothe luggage carrier Put the main weight as far forward as you can Don t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle For more information on vehicle capacity and loading see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index...

Page 115: ... be wired bya qualified service person Attach the harness to the trailer then tape or strap it to your vehicle sframe rail Be sure you leave it loose enough so the wiring doesn t bend or break but notso loose that it drags on theground The harness must be routed out of your vehicle between the rear door and the floor with enough of the harness left on both sides so that the trailer or the body won...

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Page 117: ...t Controls Heater Controls If your vehicle does not have air conditioning your heater controls will look like this Fan Lever The top lever has four positions To increa sethe air flow move the lever toward HIGH To decrease the air flow moveit toward OFF Temperature Lever This lever is below the fan lever and selects the temperature of the air flowing into your vehicle Move the lever up for warmer a...

Page 118: ...roster vents The lever canbe positioned anywhere between to adjust the proportion ofair coming through each vent Adjust the temperaturelever for warmer or cooler air BLEND Position 2 With this setting the heatedoutside air comes out both theinstrumentpanel vents and heater vents The lever can be positioned anywherebetween to adjust the proportionof air coming through each vent Adjustthe temperatur...

Page 119: ...fy the air HTR Heater Most of the air comes out near the floor The rest comes out fromthe defroster vents under the windshield andat the front side windows This is best for cold weather VENT The air comes out at the vents on yourinstrument panel The air conditioner will not run Adjust the temperature lever for warmer or cooler air BI LEV A C With this outside air comes out throughthe heater floor ...

Page 120: ...the system off You may nave rear air conditioning The rear air conditioning switch is located above the radio at the top of the instrument panel Slide thelever toward HI for cooler air in therear area Slide the lever to OFF to turn the system off If your vehicle has rear air conditioning setting it on LO may enhancefront A Cperformance by allowing trapped refrigerant inrear lines to circulate The ...

Page 121: ...ess the top of this switch until the light in the switch comes on then release it The rear window defogger will only work whenthe ignition switch is in the RUN position You can turn thedefogger off at anytime by pressing the bottomof the switch The defogger will shut itself off afterseveral minutes so that the glass does not get too hot If the window stillisn t clear turnthe defogger on again NOTI...

Page 122: ...n is running VenfilafionTips 0 Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater anddefroster will work far better reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows When youenter a vehicle in cold weather turn the blower fan to HIGH for afew moments before driving off This helps clear theintake ducts of snow and moisture and reduces the c...

Page 123: ... system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure But you will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your Delco systemcan do and how to operate all its controls to be sure you re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it Setting the CIock ET AM Radio To set the clock 1 Press the SET button 2 Wit...

Page 124: ...on BAL Balance The control ring behind the upper knob adjusts the lefdright speakerbalance Lower Knob TUNE The lower knob hasone function 0 Turn it to tune in radio stations Pushbuttons The four pushbuttons letyou return to favorite stations To set the pushbuttons for up to fourteen favorite stations 7 AM and 7 FM 1 Tune in the desired station 2 Press the SET button SET appears in the display 3 Wi...

Page 125: ...o is on BAL Balance The control ring behindthe upper knob adjusts the lefuright speaker balance Lower Knob TUNE AM FM The lower knob has twofunctions 0 Turn it to tune in radio stations Press it to change between the AM and FM bands FADE The control ring behind thelower knob adjusts thefronthear speaker balance SEEK Press the SEEK buttonto cause the receiver to SEEK the next higher station and sto...

Page 126: ... cassette system works Upper Knob VOL PROG RCL The upper knob has these five functions 0 Turn it to switch the systemon and off Turn it to control the volume 0 Press it to display the time whenthe ignition is off 0 Press it to change between the clock and the radio station frequency displayed when the radio is on Press it to change sides of a tape when a cassette is playing BAL Balance The control...

Page 127: ... If the station is weak or noisy slide the TREBLE lever down toreduce the noise BASS Slide theBASS lever up to increase the bass response Adjust the BASS lever to give a pleasing sound to your ear To P ayA Cassette Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player Once the tape is p...

Page 128: ...t tells you how your ETR AM FM stereo audio cassette system with equalizer works Upper Knob VOL PROG RCL The upper knob has these five functions Turn it to switch the system on and off Turn it to control the volume 0 Press it to display the time when the ignition is off 0 Press it tochange between the clock and the radio station frequency displayed when the radio is on Press it to change sides of ...

Page 129: ... We suggest you start with the center lever 1K in the midpoint position then move the others up until youget the amount of bass andtreble you like Am St Button Push the Am St button when youtune to an AM station that broadcasts in stereo Your STEREO light will come on when you re receiving AM stereo If you push Am St andthere is no more noise it means the station is weak You ll hear thestation bet...

Page 130: ...tte Tape Player later in this section After you have cleanedthe cassette tape player press and hold EJECT for5 seconds to reset the the Cln indicator The radio will display to show the clean feature has been reset How to Operate YourET AM FM Stereo Audio Compact Disc CD System This part tells you how yourETR AM FM stereo system works Upper Knob VOL The upper knob has one function Turn it tocontrol...

Page 131: ... frequency displayed when the radio is on RCL may be pressed when the ignition is off to see the time BASS Press the BASS A to increase the bass tones andv BASS to decrease bass tones Press the center of the control for a preset BASS position The bass level will be displayed briefly when usingthis control TREBLE Press the TREB A to increase the treble tones and vTREB to decrease the treble tones P...

Page 132: ... favorite passage Release it to display the passage The counter reading will be displayed while using this control FWD Press and hold the FWD buttonto advance quickly within a track Release it to resume playing Watch the display to stop at a specificpassage SCAN Press SCAN to sample each track for approximately 10seconds Scanning will continue until the RDM SCANor any other motion button is presse...

Page 133: ...Press the 1and 4 buttons together Holdthem down until shows on the display You are now ready to enter your secret code Don t wait more than 15 seconds between steps 5 Press SET and 000 will appear on the display 6 Press the SEEK or 4button to make the first number appear 7 Press SCAN to make the next two numbers agree with yourcode 8 Press BAND and 000 will appear again Now you are ready to enter ...

Page 134: ...quencewas unsuccessful and the numbers did notmatch either of the codes and the unit will remain in the SECURED mode Understanding Radio Reception FM stereo will give you the best sound But FM signals will reach only about 10to 40 miles 16to 65 km And tall buildings or hills can interfere with FMsignals causing the soundto come and go The range for most AMstations is greater than for FM especially...

Page 135: ...eheat may not operate properly and could cause premature failure of the tape player Your tape player should becleaned with every50 hours of use to provide optimum performance Your radio may display Cln Clean to indicate that you have used yourtape player for 50 hours without re setting thetape clean timer If you notice a reduction in sound quality regardless of when the tape player was last cleane...

Page 136: ... adapters will cause the radio to display an error and the adapter cassette will be ejected Care of Compact Discs Handle discs carefully Store them in theiroriginal cases or other protective cases and away fromdirect sunlight and dust If the surfaceof a disc is soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution and clean it wiping fromthe center to the edge Be sure never to touc...

Page 137: ...yone can give about driving is Drive defensively Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle Buckle up See Safety Belts in the Index Defensive driving really means be ready for anything On city streets rural roads or freeways it means always expect the unexpected Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to becareless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do Be...

Page 138: ...tion choose never todrink alcohol so they neverdrive after drinking For persons under 21 it s against the law in everyU S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmentalreasons for these laws The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But whatif people do How muchis too much if the driver plans todrive It s...

Page 139: ...e ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is in thedrinks and how quicklythe person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10percent Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0 05 percent and thatthe effects are worse at night A l l drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of b...

Page 140: ...schance of being killedor permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you wantit 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 redriving on snow or ice it s easy to ask more of ...

Page 141: ...withthe surface of the road whether it s pavement or gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread and the condition of your brakes Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keepingpace with traffic This is amistake Your brakes may not havetime to cool between hard stops Your brakes willwear out much faster if youdo ...

Page 142: ...of you You slam on the brakes Here s what happens with ABS A computer senses that wheelsare slowing down If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than anydriver could The computer is programmed to make the mostof available tire and roadconditions Yo...

Page 143: ...Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here s why Experienced driver or beginner each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn t...

Page 144: ...a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you You can avoid these problems by braking if you can stop in time But sometimesyou can t there isn t room That sthe time for evasive action steering around the problem Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencieslike these First apply your brakes It isbetter to remove as much spee...

Page 145: ...river of a vehicle about to pass another ona two lane highway waits for just the right moment accelerates moves around the vehicle ahead then goes back into the right lane again A simple maneuver Not necessarily Passing another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passingvehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an er...

Page 146: ...nce you would lose by dropping back And if somethng happens tocause you to cancel your pass you needonly slow down and drop back again and wait for another opportunity 0 If other cars are lined upto pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn ttrying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulderand check the blind spot Check your m...

Page 147: ...are best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the acceleratorpedal 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 sa...

Page 148: ...ads Your headlights can light up only so much roadahead In remote areas watch for animals If you re tired pulloff the road ina safe place and rest Night Vision No one can see as well at nightas 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 nightas a 20 year old What youdo in thedaytime can also a...

Page 149: ... eyes moving that way it seasier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlights should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to seein dim light and aren t even aware of it Driving inthe Rain I Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble On a wet road you can t stop accelerate or turn as well b...

Page 150: ...angerous So much watercan build upunder your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you re going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road Hydroplaning doesn thappen often But it can if yourtires haven t much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low It can happenif a lot of water is standing o...

Page 151: ...l want to watch out forwhat the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving Know the best way to get towhere you are going Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just asyou wouldfor a cross country trip 0 Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy Se...

Page 152: ...r shoulder as oftenas necessary Tryto blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it s slower Stay in the right lane unless you wantto pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use your turnsignal Just before you leave the lane glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there isn t another vehicle ...

Page 153: ...d all levels Lights Are they all working Are the lenses clean Tires They are vitally important to a safe trouble free trip Is the tread good enough for long distancedriving Are the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure WeatherForecasts What s the weather outlook along your route Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system Maps Do you have up to date maps Highway ...

Page 154: ...Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain If you drive regularly in steep country or if you re planning to visitthere here are some tips that can make yourtrips safer and moreenjoyable Keep your vehiclein good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transmission These parts can work hard on mou...

Page 155: ...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 on mountains that warn of special problems Examples are long grades passing or no passing zones a falling rocks area or winding roads Bealert to these and take appropriate action Winter Driving Here aresome tips for winter driving Have your vehicle in...

Page 156: ...re is snowor ice between your tires and the road you can have a very slipperysituation You ll have a lot less tractionor grip and will needto be very careful What s the worst timefor this Wet ice Very cold snowor ice can be slick and hardto drive on But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least tractionof all You can get wetice when it sabout freezing 32 F 0O C and freezing r...

Page 157: ...f ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you re actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow youcould be in a serious situation You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for surethat you are near help and you can hike through the snow Here are some things to do to summon help and...

Page 158: ... restart the vehicle and possiblyfor signaling lateron with your headlights Let the heater run for awhile Then shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine again and repeatthis only when youfeel really uncomfortablefrom the cold But do it as little as possible Preserve the fuel aslong as you can To help keep warm you can get out of the vehicle a...

Page 159: ...er The CertificatiodTirelabel also tells you themaximum weights for the front and rearaxles called Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles you needto 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 Gros...

Page 160: ...op or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going Payload The Payload Capacityis shown onthe Certificatioflire label This is the maximum load capacitythat your vehicle can carry Be sure to include the weight of the people inside as partof your load If you added any accessoriesor equipment after your vehicleleft the factory remember to subtractthe weight of these thingsfrom the payload Y...

Page 161: ...o include the weight of everything you put in it And remember to figure the weight of the people inside as part of your load Your dealer can help you determine your GCWR Add on Equipment When you carry removable items you may need to put a limit on how many people you carry inside your vehicle Be sure to weigh your vehicle before you buy and install the new equipment NOTICE Your warranty doesn t c...

Page 162: ... to be used properly That s the reason for this part Init are many time tested important trailering tips and safety rules Many ofthese are important for your safety and that of your passengers So please read this section carefully before you pull a trailer I f YouDo Decide To Pull A Trailer If youdo here are some important points There are inany different laws including speed limit restrictions ha...

Page 163: ...d how muchyour vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important And it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle You can ask your dealer forour trailering information or advice or you can write us at the address listed in your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information Booklet In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908Colonel ...

Page 164: ...re you don t go overthe GVW limit for your vehicle includingthe weight of the trailer tongue Hitches It s important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds largetrucks going by and roughroads are a few reasons why you ll needthe right hitch Here aresome rules to follow If you ll be pulling a trailer that when loaded will weigh more than 2 000 pounds 900kg be sure to use a properly mounted w...

Page 165: ...rakes and they must be adequate Be sureto read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintain them properly Your trailer brake sys tgm r antap intoyour vehicles shydraulic brake system except Don t tap intoyour vehicle sbrake system if the trailer s brake system will use more than 0 02 cubic inch 0 3 of fluid from your vehicle s master cylinder ...

Page 166: ...ttachments safety chains electrical connector lights tires and mirror adjustment If the trailer has electric brakes start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionallyto be sure that the load is secure and that the lights and an...

Page 167: ...g with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike softshoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoidjerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance Turn Signals When Towinga Trailer When you towa trailer your vehicle has to have extra wiring anda heavy duty turn signal flasher included in the optional trailering package The green arrows on your instrument...

Page 168: ... see Engine Overheating in the Index Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If somethinggoes wrong your rig could startto move People can beinjured and both your vehicle and the trailercan be damaged But if youever have to park your rig on a hill here s how to doit 1 Apply yourregular brakes but don t shiftinto PARK P yet Turn your wheels into th...

Page 169: ...atic transmission fluid don t overfill engine oil axlelubricant belt cooling system and brake adjustment Each of these is covered inthis manual andthe Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip Check periodically to see that allhitch nuts andbolts are tight Trailer Lighting Systems Wiring See Trailer Wiring Harnes...

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Page 171: ...ll find what to doabout some problems that can occur on the road Hazard WarningFlashers Your hazardwarning flashers let you warn others They also let police know you have a problem Your front andrear turn signal lamps will flash on and off ...

Page 172: ...rning flashers workno matter what position your keyis in and even if the key isn t In To turn off the flashers pullout on the collar When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can setone up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100m behind your vehicle ...

Page 173: ...could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it won t work and it could damage your vehicle To Jump Start Your Vehicle 1 Check the othervehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system 1 NOTICE If the other system isn t a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damag...

Page 174: ... Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Turn off all lights that aren t needed andradios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save your radio NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty 4 Open the hoods and locate the batteries Find the positive and negative terminals oneach battery 5 Check that the jumper...

Page 175: ...touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part of the vehicle with thedead batte...

Page 176: ...ry is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a 11 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few 12 Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting Take Remove Cables InThis Order while tries it probably needsservice care that theydon t touch each other or any other metal 2 3 1 Heavy Metal Engine Part 2 Good B...

Page 177: ...When youcall tell the towing service Whether your vehicle has rear wheel drive orthe all wheel drive option If your vehicle has fog lamps it cannot be towed from the front with sling type equipment The make model and year of your vehicle Whether you can still move the shift lever If there was an accident what was damaged When your vehicle is being towed have the ignition key off The steering wheel...

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Page 179: ... the from Dumper system will be damaged Use wheellift or car carrier equipment Additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment Use safety chains and wheel straps If your vehicle has the all wheel drive option a dollyMUST be used under the rear wheels when towing from the front ...

Page 180: ...the rear bumper system will be damaged Use wheellift or car carrier equipment Additional ramping may berequired for car carrier Use safety chainsand wheel straps equipment If your vehiclehas the all wheel drive option a dollyMUST be used under the front wheels when towing from the rear 5 10 ...

Page 181: ... front bumper systemwill be damaged Use wheelIkt or car carrier equipment Additional ramping may berequired for car carrier equipment Use safety chains and wheel straps If your vehicle has the all wheel drive option a dolly MUST be used under the rear wheels when towing from the front 3 11 ...

Page 182: ...rear bumper system will be damaged Use wheellift or car carrier equipment Additional ramping may berequired for car carrier equipment Use safety chainsand wheel straps If your vehicle has the all wheel drive option a dolly MUST be used under the front wheels when towing from the rear 5 12 ...

Page 183: ...heating If Steam sComing From Your Engine NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty 5 13 ...

Page 184: ...t to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE a or DRIVE D If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about ten minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s stillno sign of steam push the accelerator until th...

Page 185: ...should be atADD If it isn t you may havea leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator waterpump or somewhere else in the cooling system I NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t coveredby your warranty If there seems to be no leak start the engine again See if the fan speed increases when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down If it doesn t you...

Page 186: ... the Index for more information about the proper coolant mix NOTICE In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at ADD start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there s one more thing youcan try You can add the proper coolant mix directlyto the radiator butbe sure ...

Page 187: ...iator pressure cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap and upperradiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly to theleft until it first stops Don t press downwhile turning the pressure cap ...

Page 188: ... that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning thepressure cap but nowpush down as you turn it Remove the pressurecap 3 Fill the radiator withthe proper mix upto the base of thefiller neck 5 18 ...

Page 189: ...recovery tank to ADD 5 Put the cap back onthe coolant recovery tank butleave the radiator pressure cap off 6 Start the engine and let it run until you canfeel the upperradiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine fan 5 19 ...

Page 190: ...ed increases when theclutch engages So you may hear anincrease in fannoise This isnormal and should not be mistaken as the transmission slippingor making extra shifts It ismerely the cooling system functioningproperly The fan will slow down when additionalcooling is not required and the clutch disengages You may also hear this fan noise when you start the engine It will go away as the fan clutch d...

Page 191: ... the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but youcan still steer Gently braketo a stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat thenext part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheeldamage by driving slowly toa level place Turn onyour hazard warningflashers B A Flat Ti...

Page 192: ...our vehicle s reardoors along the passenger side wall Remove yourjack cover by by turning the plastic wing nut counterclockwise Lift up on the latch and pullthejack cover off I Remove thewheel blocks andjack by turning the wing nut counterclockwise Remove thewing nut and washer then pull the wheel blocks and jack off the bolt 5 22 ...

Page 193: ... nut counterclockwise Remove the wing nut and retainer and take out the ratchet and extension Jacking Equipment Storage 1 Nut 2 Washer 3 Wheel Blocks 4 Jack Lift Head 5 Jack 6 Jacking Instructions Tag 7 Nut 8 Retainer 9 Ratchet 10 Extension 11 Bolt 5 23 ...

Page 194: ...icle You will use the ratchet andextension to lower the spare tire NOTICE Never remove or restow a tire frodto a stowage position under the vehicle while the vehicle is supported by a jack Always tighten the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle when restowing ...

Page 195: ... end Put the flat end of the extension on an angle through thehole in therear door frame above the bumper Be sure the flat end connectsinto the hoist shaft Turn the ratchet counterclockwiseto lower the spare tire to the ground Keep turning the ratchet until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle 5 25 ...

Page 196: ...end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening Pull the tire out from under the vehicle NOTICE To help avoid vehicle damage do not drive vehicle before cable is restored Changing the Tire Start with the jack ratchet extension and wheel blocks 5 26 f ...

Page 197: ...chet to the extension with the UP side facing you Rotate the ratchetto the right That will raise thejack lift head a little Before raising the vehicle do the following steps Before you start block the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed Then put your spare tire near theflat tire ...

Page 198: ...theflat end of the extension Pry along the edge of the cap until it comes off Be careful the rim edges may be sharp Don t try to remove it with your bare hands If the wheel hasa plastic center cap you do not have to remove the center cap to loosen the wheelnuts Place the ratchet and socket end of the extention on the wheel nut withthe center cap on I 5 28 ...

Page 199: ...at end of the extension into the notch I Remove the center cap With DOWN facing you usethe ratchet and socket to loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet Do not jack up the vehicle with people in or nearthe vehicle Positionjack under the vehicle 5 29 ...

Page 200: ...the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack Be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising your vehicle I 1 Raise the vehicleby rotating the ratchet clockwise Make sure the UP marking faces you Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit 9 30 ...

Page 201: ...I Remove all the wheel nuts Take off the flat tire Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel Place the spare on the wheel mountingsurface 5 31 ...

Page 202: ...ped end is toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until thewheel is held against the hub If a nut can t be turned by hand use the extension andsee your dealer as soon as possible Lower thevehicle by turning the ratchet counterclockwise Lower thejack completely 5 32 ...

Page 203: ...firmly in a criss cross sequence as shown Turn the ratchet clockwise with the UP marking facing you Remove thewheel blocks NOTICE Wheel coverswon t fit on your compact spare If you tryto put a wheel coveron your compact spare you could damagethe cover or the spare 5 33 ...

Page 204: ...Although thecompact spare was fullyinflated when your vehicle was new it can lose air after a time Check the inflation pressure regularly Itshould be 60 psi 420kPa After installing thecompact spare on your vehicle you should stop assoon aspossible and makesure your sparetire is correctly inflated The compact spare is made to perform well at posted speed limits for distances up to 3 000 miles 5 000...

Page 205: ...of your vehicle as well as the tires If you spin the wheels toofast while shiftingyour transmission back and forth you can destroy your transmission For information about using tirechains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index 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 andforth between REV...

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Page 207: ... vehicle best and wants you to be happy withit We hope you ll go to yourdealer for all your service needs You ll get genuine GM parts and GM trained and supported service people We hope you ll wantto keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your ownservice work you ll want to get the proper GM ServiceManual It tells ...

Page 208: ...r your engine You will find the VIN at thetop left of your instrument panel See Vehicle IdentificationNumber in theIndex Following is fuelinformationfor the 4 3L CodeW engine Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher Usepremium unleaded gasoline rated at 91 octane or higher for high power performance when towing a trailer or with a high payload requirement But when operating with ...

Page 209: ... that is no more than 10 ethanol is fine foryour vehicle Methanol is methyl or wood alcohol NOTICE Fuel that is more than 5 methanol is bad for your vehicle Don t use it It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty And even at 5 or less there must be cosolvents and corrosion preventers in this fuel to he...

Page 210: ...ontinuous use spark plugs can get fouled the exhaust system can corrode and your engine oil can deteriorate quickly Your vehicle s oxygen sensor will be damaged All of thatmeans costly repairs that wouldn tbe covered by your warranty To check on fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving You can also write us at the f...

Page 211: ...turn it slowly to theleft counterclockwise Be careful not to spill gasoline Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the cap back on turn it to the right until you hear a clicking noise 6 5 ...

Page 212: ...t may notfit or have proper venting and your fuel tank and emissions system might be damaged Checking ThingsUnder the Hood Hood Release To open thehood first pull thehandle inside the vehicle on the lower driver s side of the instrument panel Then go to the front of the vehicle andrelease the secondaryhood release 6 6 ...

Page 213: ...d put the hood prop into the slot in the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Thenlift 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 I 6 7 ...

Page 214: ...your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accuratereading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground Turn off theengine and give the oil a few 1 minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level 6 8 ...

Page 215: ...t use the right kind This part explains what kind ofoil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged Just fill it enough to put thelevel somewhere in the proper operating range Push the d...

Page 216: ...oil has been certified by the AmericanPetroleum Institute API and is preferred for use in your gasoline engine If you change your ownoil be sure you use oil that has the Starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have youroil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines 6 1 0 ...

Page 217: ...low LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL 130 SAE sw 30 PREFERRED IF NEITHER SAE 5W 30 NOR SAE IOW 30 GRADE OILS ARE AVAILABLE SA 30 GRADE MAY BE USED AT TEMPERATURES ABOVE 40 DEGREES F 4 DEGREES C GRADE OILNOT RECOMMENDED DO NOT USE SA 2OW 50 OR ANY OTHER As shown in the chart SAE 5W 30 is best for your vehicle However you can useSAE 1OW 30 if it s goingto be 0 F 18 C or above These numbers on an oilcontainer sho...

Page 218: ... towa trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle If any one of these is true for your vehicle then you need to change your oil and filter every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever comes first If none of them is true change the oil and filter every 7 500 miles 12500 km or 12months whichever comes first Engine Coolant Heater An engine coolant heater can bea big help if you have to park o...

Page 219: ...er Instead recycle it by takingit to aplace that collects used oil If you have a problem properlydisposing of your usedoil ask your dealer a service station or a local recycling center for help Engine Cover To Remove the Engine Cover 1 Move both front seats as farback as they willgo 2 Remove the instrument panel extension by removing the two screws andtwo nuts 3 The screws are on each side at the ...

Page 220: ...he bottom of the extension Lift up and then pull out 5 Disconnect the electrical connectorfor the cigarette lighter Set the extension aside 6 Grasp the top of the heater duct and pull down gently to remove 6 14 ...

Page 221: ...7 Remove the bolt from the engine cover bracket 8 Loosen the nut and move the bracket out of the way 9 Lift up on each of the two latches at the bottom of the cover 6 15 ...

Page 222: ...the Engine Cover 1 Lift the engine cover into the vehicle andslide it allthe way forward Make sure the rubber sealis over the latches 2 Install the two screws atthe engine cover Do not tighten thescrews all 3 Press down oneach of thetwo latches at the bottom of the cover Make the way sure they are secure 4 Tighten the two screws at the engine cover 5 Turn the bracket into position and install the ...

Page 223: ...u have the 4 3L engine VIN Code W with the rectangular air cleaner you can change the air cleaner filter without removing the engine cover Just lift the hood unsnap both clips and remove the top After changing the filter snap both clips to secure the air cleaner Besure air cleaner lid is correctly positioned to seal out dust and contaminants that are harmful to your engine Make sure fresh air hose...

Page 224: ...rGM dealer Service Department If youdo it yourself be sure to follow all the instructionshere or you could get a false reading on the dipstick NOTICE Too much or too little fluid candamage your transmission Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts starting a fire Be sure to getan accurate reading if you checkyour transmission flui...

Page 225: ...u may have to idle the enginelonger Should the fluid level be lowduring a cold check you must perform a hot check before adding fluid This will give you a more accurate reading of the fluid level To check the fluid hot or cold Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift le...

Page 226: ...checking the transmissionfluid HOT A COLDcheck is used only asa reference If the fluid level is low add onlyenough of the proper fluid to bring thelevel up tothe HOT areafor a hot check It doesn t take much fluid generally less than a int Don t overfill We recommend you use onlyfluid labeled DEXRON III because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transmission Damage caused b...

Page 227: ... in theIndex How to Check Lubricant If the levelis below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to theMaintenance Schedule todetermine what kindof lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the ...

Page 228: ...indof lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Rear Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how oftento check the lubricant and whento change it See Scheduled MaintenanceServices in the Index How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant...

Page 229: ...zing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up to 262O F 128O C Protect against rust and corrosion Help keep the proper engine temperature Let the warning lights and gages work as theyshould What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean water preferably distilled and one half antifreeze that meets GMSpecification6038 M which won t damage aluminumparts You can also use a recycled coolan...

Page 230: ...air trapped in the cooling system can affect the coolant level in the radiator Check the coolant level when theengine is cold and follow the steps under AddingCoolant for the proper way to add coolant If you have to add coolant more than four times a year have your dealer check your cooling system I NOTICE If you usethe proper coolant you don t haveto add extra inhibitors or additives which claim ...

Page 231: ... be at ADD or a little higher When your engine is warm the level should be up to FULL HOT or a little higher ToAdd Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper mix at the coolant recovery tank Add coolant mix at therecovery tank but be careful not to spill it 6 25 ...

Page 232: ... overheating Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat inthe engine coolant system The thermostat stopsthe flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reachesa preset temperature When you replace your thermostat an AC thermostat is recommended ...

Page 233: ...t the FULL COLD mark Add enough fluid to bring the levelup to the mark A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired What toAdd Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kindof fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index NOTICE When adding power steering fluid or making a complete fluid change always use the proper fluid F...

Page 234: ...h ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t cleanas well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluidtank only 3 4 full when it s very cold This allowsfor expansion which could damage the tank if it is completely full 0 Don t useradiator antifreezein your windshield washer It can damage your ...

Page 235: ...t of the brake system If it is you shouldhave your brake systemfixed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when yourlinings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when youget new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as neces...

Page 236: ...u do need brakefluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid such as Delco Supreme 1l GM Part No 1052535 Use new brake fluidfrom a sealed container only and always clean the brake fluid reservoircap before removing it NOTICE 0 Don t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid For example just a few drops of mineral based oil suchas engine oil inyour brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they ...

Page 237: ... drum brakes don t have wear indicators but if youever hear a rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake linings inspected Also the rear brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed for rotation or changing When youhave the front brakes replaced have the rear brakes inspected too Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets Brake Pedal Travel See y...

Page 238: ...rakes can change for the worse The braking performance you vecome to expect can change in many other ways if someoneputs in the wrong replacement brake parts Hydro Boost Brake System The power steering pumpalso powers the Hydro Boost Refer to Power SteeringFluid in this section when checking the fluid level or adding fluid Battery Every new vehicle has a Delco Freedom battery You never have to add...

Page 239: ...rom the air conditioning system is normal If you notice fuel leaks or fumes the causes should befound and corrected at once Bulb Replacement Before replacing any bulbs make sure all lights are off andthe vehicle is not running Sealed Beam Headlamps 1 Open the hood 2 Remove the four screws from the headlamp bezel Pull the bezel out so you can see the parking turn signal sockets 3 Press the tab and ...

Page 240: ...stall the headlamp I Halogen Bulbs I NOTICE Avoid touching the bulb or letting it come in contact with anything damp Oilfrom your skin or moisture on the bulb can cause the bulb to explode when it is turned on If either comes in contact with the bulb cleanit with alcoholor a suitable degreaser and wipe the bulb dry ...

Page 241: ... markedturn signal lamp 3 Completely remove the sidemarkedturn signal lamp by pulling out the assembly and disconnecting the side markedturn signal lamp sockets from the lamp 4 Removethe screw located behind the corner reflector in order to remove the entire corner reflector ...

Page 242: ...te assembly 6 Removethe composite assembly 7 Turn the halogen bulb counterclockwise to remove from the assembly 8 Install the new bulbinto the composite assembly by turning it clockwise untilit is completely tightened 9 Replace the compositeassembly by installing and tightening all of the screwspreviously removed 6 36 ...

Page 243: ...ezethetab on the sideof the lamp socket while turning the socket counterclockwise 4 Pull the socket out of the lamp assembly 5 Pull the bulb from the socket 6 Gently push the new bulb into the socket 7 Put the socket back into the lamp assembly and turnit clockwise until it locks 8 Put the parkinghrn signal lamp assembly backinto the vehicle and tighten the screws 6 37 ...

Page 244: ...nd the door 3 Pull out therear lamp assembly so you can see the socket 4 Press the tab and turn thesocket counterclockwise to remove the socket from the bezel If the socket does not have a tab turn the socket counterclockwise to remove the socket from the bezel 6 38 ...

Page 245: ...Maintenance Items Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement To replace your windshield wiper blade inserts lift the wiper a m away from the windshield Pinch the two tabs on the wiper arm and slide the insert out of the blade Slide the new one inplace Make sure the tabsare locked into position 6 39 ...

Page 246: ...the lock after using a de icer of this type Exhaust System To help prevent damage to your exhaust system do not continue to drive your vehicle if you notice Engine misfiring Loss of performance Exhaust system componentshanging lower than normal Loud exhaust system noises Other unusual operating conditions Have your engine and exhaust system serviced regularly Three WayCatalytic Converter Your vehi...

Page 247: ... on and stays on while you re driving your system may need service Your vehicle should still be driveable but vou should have your system serviced right away Tires We don t make tires Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer These tires are warranted by the tire manufacturers and their warranties are delivered with every new vehicle If your spare tire is a...

Page 248: ...Tire overloading 0 Badwear 0 Bad handling 0 Bad fueleconomy If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get 0 Unusual wear 0 Bad handling 0 Rough ride Needless damagefrom road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Don t forget your compact spare tire It should beat 60 psi 420P a How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure Simply looking a...

Page 249: ... The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wearfor all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index for scheduled rotationintervals When rotating your tires always usethe correct rotation pattern shownhere Don t include the compact spare tire in yourwe rotation After the tires have beenrotated adjust the front and re...

Page 250: ...e damage Buying New Tires To find outwhat kind and size of tires you need look at the Certificatiomire label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had aTire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you get newtires get ones with that same TPC Spec number That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give proper endurance...

Page 251: ...iations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction A ByC The traction grades from highest to lowest are A B and C They represent the tire s ability to stopon wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction g...

Page 252: ...type P Metric tires must conform to Federal safety requirementsin addition tothese grades Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you thelongest tire life and best overall performance In most cases you will not need to have your wheels aligned again However if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way...

Page 253: ...u will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nutsfor your GM model I NOTICE The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis Used Replacement Wheels 6 47 ...

Page 254: ...tops Driving too fast or spinning the wheels withchainson willdamage your vehicle Appearance Care Remember cleaning productscan be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if youstrike a matchor get them on a hot partof the vehicle Some aredangerous if you breathe their fumes ina closed space When youuse anything from a container to clean your vehicle be sure to follow the manufacturer...

Page 255: ...n as you can before they set Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A soft brush maybe used if stains are stubborn 0 Use solvent type cleaners in a well ventilated area only If you use them don t saturate the stained area If a ring forms after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Foam Type Cleaner on Fabric 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Vacuum and brushthe are...

Page 256: ...ly dry the area witha blow dryerto help preventa cleaning ring Seethe previous NOTICE Fabric Protection Your vehicle has upholstery that has been treated with Scotchgard Fabric Protector a 3M product Scotchgard protects fabrics by repelling oil and water which are the carriers of most stains Even with this protection you still need to clean your upholstery often to keep it looking new Further info...

Page 257: ...se chili sauce and unknown stains Carefully scrape off excess stain then clean with cool water and allow to dry 0 If a stain remains clean it with solvent type cleaner Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth Rub with a clean damp cloth to remove dirt You may have to do it more than once 0 Things like tar asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don t get them off quickly Use a clean cloth...

Page 258: ...hieldis not clear after using the windshieldwasher or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax or other material may beon the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with GM WindshieldCleaner Bon Ami Powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshield is clean if beads do not form when yourinse it with water Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full strength windshi...

Page 259: ...due from the paint finish You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Your vehicle has a basecoatklearcoat paint finish The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are non abrasive and made for a basecoatklearcoat paint finish 1 NOTICE Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on...

Page 260: ... applied I NOTICE If you have aluminum wheels don t use an automatic vehicle wash that has hard silicon carbide cleaning brushes These brushes can take the protective coating off your aluminum wheels Tires To clean yourtires use a stiff brush witha tire cleaner When applyinga tire dressing always takecare to wipeoff any overspray or splash from painted surfaces Petroleum based products may damage ...

Page 261: ...ain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody vehicle washing system can do this for you Fiberglass Springs NOTICE Don t use corrosive or acidic cleaning agents engine degreasers aluminum cleaning agents or other harsh solvents to clean fiberglass springs they ll damage t...

Page 262: ...237L Vinyl Top Cleaner 16OZ 0 473L Preservatone 8 oz 0 237L Spot Lifter USAGE Removes old waxes polishes tar and roadoil Removes rust and corrosion on chrome and stainless steel Cleans white and blacktires Spot and stain removal on leather or vinyl Spot and stain removal on cloth and fabric Glass cleaning and spot cleaning on vinyls Cleans vinyl and cloth on door trim seats and carpet also tires a...

Page 263: ... s side You can seeit if you look through the windshieldfrom outside your vehicle The VIN also appears on the VehicleCertification and ServiceParts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine ldentification The eighth character in yourVIN is the engine code This codewill help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts ...

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Page 265: ...ion and a list of all production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle Add on Electrical Equipment NOTICE Don t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn t be covered by your warranty Someadd on electrical equipment can keep other components ...

Page 266: ...ckedright away Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motoris protected by a circuit breaker anda fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper willstop until the motor cools If the overload is causedby some electrical problem and not snow etc besure to get it fixed Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers inthe fuse panel protect the power windows and other power acces...

Page 267: ...e correct value Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it isof the value you need Replace it as soon as you can See Fuses andCircuit Breakers inthis section Capacities and Specification Charts Replacement Parts Replacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest information available at the t...

Page 268: ...lbs 140Nom QUANTITY QUANTITY Without Rear With Rear Heater Heater 13 5 Quarts 16 5Quarts 12 8 Liters 15 5 Liters All quantities are approximate After refill the level MUST be checked Crankcase Capacity ENGINE VIN CODE 4 3L W QUANTITY With Filter 4 5 Quarts 4 3 Liters All quantities are approximate After refill the level MUST be checked Do not overfill Fuel Tank Capacity TYPE Standard Tank QUANTITY...

Page 269: ...OR LAMPS Dome Lamp w o Roof Console Dome Lamp with Roof Console Glove Box Lamp Heater AC Control Visor VanityMirror Lamps Stepwell Lamp Reading Lamp with Roof Console Reading Lamp w o Roof Console Ashtray Lamp Heater or A C Control QUANTITY 2 2 2 2 2 4 2 1 1Unit 2 3 1 2 4 3 4 2 1 2 TRADENO H6054 9006 Low Beam 9005 HighBeam 3157NA 2057 194 1156 194 See GM Dealer 211 2 211 2 194 37 194 211 2 906 906...

Page 270: ...tor Lamp Service Engine Soon Directional Indicator Directional Indicator Brake Warning Indicator Lamp Brake Warning Indicator Lamp Transmission Indicator Dial Safety Belt Warning Safety Belt Warning Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Anti lock Warning Indicator Anti lock Warning Indicator Air Bag Air Bag With StandardCluster With Digital Cluster PC74 PC94 PC74 1 1 1 2 ...

Page 271: ... I A P B A 9 4673 I SHUNT I u u 23 CIG LTRlDM HRNlTL LPS ECM B 0 1WOO a SHUNT GAGES 0 AIR BAG DRL 30 PWR WDO WIPER 3 BRAKE FRONT Fuse Legend 5 Amp Tan 7 5 Amp Brown 10Amp Red 15 Amp Blue 20 Amp Yellow 25 Amp Clear 30 Amp Green ...

Page 272: ...e Lights Radio Memory Glove Box Lamp Instrument Cluster Gages Brake Switch Audio Alarm Headlight Switch Illumination Ash Tray Illumination AUX HTR A C Auxiliary Heater Rear A C if equipped Stop Lamps Hazard Flash Digital Instrument Cluster Headlamp Switch Rear and Parking Lamps Horn Relay Direction Signal Flash Back Up Lamps FUSE CIRCUIT BREAKER 10Amp 30 Amp 20 Amp 20 Amp 25 Amp 20 Amp 20 Amp 20 A...

Page 273: ...ne Control Module Engine Control Module Power Windows Air Bag Windshield Wiper Anti Lock Brake System Speedometer Cruise Control Canadian Daytime Running Lamps Power Mirror Trailer Wiring Harness In line fuse Canadaonly In line fuse certain models FUSE 20 Amp 15Amp 15 Amp 10Amp CIRCUIT BREAKER 30 Amp 10Amp 25 Amp 15Amp 10Amp 3 Amp 30 Amp 6 67 ...

Page 274: ...gerant is used If you re not sure ask yourGM dealer Foradditionalinformation see your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet Refrigerant should be added only by a qualified A C technician Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity TYPE R 134a R 134a SYSTEM C 60 c 69 QUANTITY 2 00 lbs 91 kg 3 00 lbs 1 36 kg All Quantities Are Approximate Front A C Only Front Rear A C NOTICE R 134a refrigerant...

Page 275: ... not onlyhelps to keep your vehicle ingood working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance procedures are important Improper vehicle maintenance or the removal of important components can significantlyaffect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or even the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our ...

Page 276: ... whenever you stopfor fuel It also explains what you can easilydo to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that yourGM dealer s service department or another qualified service center should perform PartD Recommended Fluids and Lubricants lists someproducts GM recommendsto help keep your vehicle properly maintained These prod...

Page 277: ...your GM dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should havedone and when you should schedule them If you go to yourdealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work usinggenuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in PartD Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be replace...

Page 278: ...ed if the vehicle is used for delivery service police taxi or other commercial application ISchedule I I Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km or 3Months Engine Oil and Filter Change Chassis Lubrication Drive Axle Service At 6 000 Miles 10 OOO km Then Every12 000Miles 25 OOO km Tire Rotation Every 15 000Miles 25 000 km Air Cleaner Filter Inspection if driving in dusty conditions Front Wheel Bearing Repack 2W...

Page 279: ...y 12 months Drive AxleService At 7 500 Miles 12500 km Then Every15 000Miles 25 OOO km Tire Rotation Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Cooling System Service or every 24 months Spark Plug Replacement Fuel Filter Replacement Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Front Wheel Bearing Repack 2 Wheel Drive Only Every 50 000 Miles 8 3000 km Automatic Transmission Service severe conditions Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 ...

Page 280: ...fluid level and addfluid as needed If driving in dustyareas or towing a trailer drain fluid and refill every 15 000miles 25 000 km Standard Differential Check fluid level and add fluid as needed at every oil change If driving in dusty areas or towing a trailer drain fluid and refill every 15 000miles 25 000 km More frequent lubricationmay be required for heavy duty use 3 000 Miles 5 000 km 0 Chang...

Page 281: ... axle seals forleaking Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED BY I 9 000 Miles 15 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate the front suspension balljoints and king pin bushings steering linkage and transfer case shi...

Page 282: ...iles 25 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter orevery 3 months whicheveroccurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate the front suspension balljoints and king pin bushings steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parkingbrake cable guides and brake pedal springs at every oil change or every 6 months whichever occurs first Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditio...

Page 283: ...e seals for leaking Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation inthe Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE I 21 000 Miles 35 000 km 17 Change engine oiland filter or every 3 months whichever occurs 0 Lubricate the frontsuspension ball joints and king pinbushings first An Emission ControlService steering linkage and transfer case shift linka...

Page 284: ...ddfluid as needed Check constant velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED BY I 27 000 Miles 45 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate the front suspension ball joints and king pin bushings steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides and brake pedal spri...

Page 285: ...belts or every 24 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 24 months whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brak...

Page 286: ...and add fluid as needed Check constant velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking DATE SERVICED B Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 36 000 Miles 60 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs Lubricate the front suspension balljoints and king pin bushings first An Emission ControlService steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides and brake pedal springs ...

Page 287: ...eals for leaking I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED B Y I 42 000 Miles 70 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whicheveroccurs first An Emission ControlService Lubricate the frontsuspension ball joints and king pinbushings steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brakecable guides and brake pedal springs at every oil change or every 6 months whichever occurs first...

Page 288: ...e seals for leaking Inspect air cleaner filter if youare driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission ControlService I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED BY I 48 000 Miles 80 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whicheveroccurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate the front suspension ball joints and king pin bushings steering linkage and transfercas...

Page 289: ...cle under any of these conditions thenfluid andfilter do not require changing DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 51 000 Miles 85 000 km 0 0 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate the front suspension ball joints and king pin bushings steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides and brake pedal spring...

Page 290: ...eals for leaking Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation inthe Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED B Y I 57 000 Miles 95 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whicheveroccurs Lubricate the front suspension balljoints and king pin bushings first An Emission Control Sewice steering linkage and transfer case shift link...

Page 291: ...every 24 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 24 months whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service 0 Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service 0 Inspect spar...

Page 292: ...e seals for leaking DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 66 000 Miles 110 000 km 0 Changeengine oil andfilter or every 3 months whicheveroccurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate the front suspension balljoints and king pin bushings steering linkage and transfercase shift linkage parking brake cable guides and brake pedal springs at every oil change or every 6 months whichever occursfirst 0 ...

Page 293: ... and add fluid as needed Check constant velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE I 72 000 Miles 120 000 km 0 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate the front suspension ball joints and king pin bushings steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides and brake pedal s...

Page 294: ...and addfluid as needed Check constant velocityjoints and axleseals for leaking DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 78 000Miles 130 000 km 0 0 0 0 Change engine oil and filter or every3 months whicheveroccurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricatethe front suspension ball joints and king pin bushings steering linkage and transfercase shift linkage parking brake cable guides and brake pedalsprings ...

Page 295: ...luid as needed Check constant velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED B Y I 84 000 Miles 140 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate the front suspension balljoints and king pin bushings steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides and brake pedal spring...

Page 296: ...every 3 months whicheveroccurs first An Emission ControlService Lubricate the front suspension balljoints and king pin bushings steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides and brake pedal springs at every oil change or every 6 months whichever occurs first Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocityjoints and axle seals for leaki...

Page 297: ...Y ACTUAL MILEAGE J 93 000 Miles 155 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs 0 Lubricate the front suspension balljoints and king pin bushings first An Emission Control Service steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides and brake pedal springs at every oil change or every 6 months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfront axle fluid l...

Page 298: ...add fluid as needed Check constant velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED BY I 99 000 Miles 165 000 km CI Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An EmissionContrul Service 0 Lubricate the front suspension ball joints and king pin bushings steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides and brake pedal s...

Page 299: ...utside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain driven under one or more of these conditions When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do notuse your vehicle under any of these conditions thefluid andfilter do not require changing DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE ...

Page 300: ...or towing a trailer drain fluid and refillevery 15 000miles 25000 km Standard Differential Check fluid level and addfluid as needed at every engine oil change If driving in dustyareas or towing a trailer drain fluid and refill every15 000 miles 25 000 km More frequent lubrication may be required for heavy duty use 7 500 Miles 12 500 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whicheverocc...

Page 301: ...s for leaking I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED BY I 22 500 Miles 37 500 km 0 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate the front suspension balljoints and king pin bushings steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides and brake pedal springs at every oil change or every 12 months whichever occurs f...

Page 302: ...hs whichever occurs first An Emission ControlService occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Indexfor what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressurecap An Emission Control Service 0 Replace spark plugs An Emission ControlService 0 Inspect spark plugwires An Emission ControlService Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control ...

Page 303: ... 45 000 Miles 75 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate the front suspension ball joints and king pinbushings steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brakecable guides and brakepedal springs at every oilchange or every 12 months whicheveroccurs first 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and addfluid as n...

Page 304: ...not require changing DATE SERVICED B Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 52 500 Miles 87 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whicheveroccurs first An Emission ControlService Lubricate the front suspension balljoints and king pin bushings steering linkage and transfercase shift linkage parking brake cable guides and brake pedal springs at every oil change or every 12 months whichever occurs first Ch...

Page 305: ...g Inspect engine accessory drive belt or every 24 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Drain flush and refill cooling system or every24 months whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system andpressure cap An Emission Control Service Replace spark plugs An Emis...

Page 306: ...ocity joints and axleseals for leaking Rotate tires See Tire Inspection andRotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern andadditional information DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 75 000 Miles 125 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whicheveroccurs first An EmissionControl Service 0 Lubricate the front suspension ball joints and king pin bushings steering linkage and transferc...

Page 307: ...00 km 0 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate the front suspension balljoints and king pin bushings steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides and brake pedal springs at every oil change or every 12 months whichever occurs first Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check con...

Page 308: ... and filter or every 12 months whicheveroccurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate the front suspension ball joints and king pin bushings steering linkage and transfercase shift linkage parkingbrake cable guides and brake pedalsprings at every oil change or every 12 months whicheveroccurs first 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and addfluid as needed Check constant velocityjoints and ax...

Page 309: ...ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED BY I Part B Owner Checks and Services Listed beloware owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety dependabilityand emission control performance of your vehicle Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle makesure they are the proper ones as shown...

Page 310: ...d on the rear edge of the driver s door See Tires in the Index for further details CassetteDeck Clean cassette deck Cleaning should be done every50hours of tape play See Audio Systems in the Indexfor further details At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Lubricate the key lockcylinders with the lubricarit specified in P a r tD Body Lubrication Lubricate all bodydoor hinges the body hood fie1door ...

Page 311: ...in each gear The starter should work only in Brake Transmission Shift Interlock BTSI 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It 2 Firmly apply the parking brake see Parking Brake in the Index if should be parked on a level surface necessary NOTE Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engineoff turn the key to the RUN posi...

Page 312: ...oot onthe regular brake set the parking brake 0 To check the parking brake With theengine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this untilthe vehicle is held by the parking brake only 0 To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability Shift to PARK P Then release all brakes Lap and Shoulder Belts Condition and Operation Inspect belt system...

Page 313: ...amaged missing or out of position parts as well as openseams holes loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could letexhaust fumes into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust in the Index Accelerator Confrol System Lubricate all pivot points with engine oil except the TBI throttle shaft Do not lubricatethe cam pulley Remove all external deposits from pull...

Page 314: ...le s engine see EngineOil in the Index Mixture of water anda good quality ethylene glycol baseantifreeze or an approved recycledcoolant con forniing to GM Specification GM Part No 3634621or equiva lent Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid GM Part No 1052535 or equiva lent DOT 3 brake fluid 6038 M GM Part NO 1052103 Chassis lubricant GM Part No 1052497or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirementsof NLGI ...

Page 315: ...nt Axle Lubricant GM Part No 1052271 or SAE 8OW 90 GL 5 Gear Lubricant DEXRON 111Automatic Trans mission Fluid Chassis lubricant meeting require ments ofNLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB GM Part No 1052497 GM Optikleen Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equiva lent a Engineoil b Chassis lubricant GM Part No 1052497 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category LBor GC ...

Page 316: ...rformed the service in the boxes providedafter the maintenance interval Any additional information from OwnerChecks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the followingrecord pages Also you should retainallmaintenance receipts Your owner informationportfolio is a convenient placeto store them 7 42 ...

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Page 319: ... Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and GMC Truck Normally anyconcern with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle willbe resolved by your dealer s Sales or ServiceDepartments Sometimes however despite thebest intentions of all concerned misunderstandingscan occur If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps should...

Page 320: ...ssistance Representative 0 Your name address home and business telephone numbers 0 Vehicle IdentificationNumber This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the left top of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield 0 Dealership name and location 0 Vehicle deliverydate and present mileage Nature of concern We encourage you to call the toll free number liste...

Page 321: ...u are completely satisfied with your new vehicle Our experience has shown that if a situation arises where you feel your concern has not been adequately addressed the Customer SatisfactionProcedure described earlier in this section is very successful There may be instances where an impartial third party canassist in arriving at a solution to a disagreement regarding vehiclerepairs or interpretatio...

Page 322: ... mayrequire you to usethis program before filing a claim with a state run arbitrationprogram or in thecourts For further information contact the BBB at 1 800 955 5100 or the GMC Truck Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 GMC TRUCK 1 800462 8782 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TOTHE UNITEDSTATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could causea crash or could cause injury or death...

Page 323: ... Assistance GMC Truck s Roadside Assistance provides stranded owners with over the phone roadside repairs or towing service for disabled vehicles This service combines the efforts of technically trained telephone representatives with a network of GMC Truck s dealer services Just dial GMC Truck Roadside Assistance at 1 800 GMC TRUCK 1 800 462 8782 Roadside Assistance prompt to reach a qualified rep...

Page 324: ...epairs up to a 5 day maximum or up to a 30 allowancefor a rental vehicle cab bus or other transportation in lieu of aloaner Bringingvehicles in late in the day for service on the next day does notconstitute overnight repairs 0 GAS allowanceof upto 10 a day for rides provided by another person i e friend neighbor etc in lieu of rental for overnight warranty repair up to 5 day maximum Note All Court...

Page 325: ...vicebulletins covering various subjects are regularly sent to all General Motors dealerships GM monitorsproduct performance in the field When service methods are found which promote better service on GM vehicles bulletins arecreated to help the technician perform better service Service bulletins may involve any number of vehicles Some will describe inexpensive service others will describe expensiv...

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Page 328: ...smissions axle suspension brakes electrical steering body etc NOTE Pleasespecifyspecialbodyorenginetypesonorderform Write information in the FormNumbercolumn Forexample Turbo Convertible OWNER SINFORMATION Owner publicationsarewrittendirectly for owners andintended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The Owner s Manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for all models Owner s...

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Page 331: ... Care of Compact Discs 3 20 DelcoLOC II Anti TheftFeature 3 17 ETR AM Radio 3 8 ETR AM FM StereoAudio Cassette System 3 10 ETR AM FM Stereo Audio Compact Disc CD System 3 14 UnderstandingRadioReception 3 18 ETR AM FM Stereo Audio Cassette System with Equalizer 3 12 ETR AM FM StereoAudioSystem 3 9 Automatic Transmission See Transmission Axle Front 6 21 LockingRear 2 22 Rear 6 22 B Battery 6 32 Belt...

Page 332: ...otting 6 55 CigaretteLightedAshtrays 2 4 6 Child Restraints See Safety Belts Circuit Breakers See Fuses and Circuit Breakers Cleaning FabricProtection 6 50 Finishcare 6 53 Glass 6 52 Inside ofVehicle 6 4 9 InstrumentPanel Top 6 51 Outside of Vehicle 6 53 Outside of the Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades 6 52 SpecialProblems 6 50 Weatherstrips 6 52 Vinyl 6 51 MrheelsandTires 6 54 AMRadio 3 7 Clo...

Page 333: ...2 9 SideDoors 2 4 Sliding Side Door 2 5 Drive Axle See Axle Driving AtNight 4 12 City 4 15 Defensive 4 1 Freeway 4 16 Hilland Mountain Roads 4 18 Highway Hypnosis 4 17 I IfYou re Caught in a Blizzard 4 21 IntheRain 4 13 i LossofControl 4 11 Nightvision 4 12 OnSnoworIce 4 20 Passing 4 9 Through Deep Standing Water 2 16 Winter 4 19 DrunkenDriving 4 2 E Electrical System Engine Add on Equipment 6 59 ...

Page 334: ...ck 6 61 ForeignCountries 6 4 G Gages Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 2 58 OilPressureGage 2 59 Speedometer 2 50 TamperResistantOdometer 2 50 TripOdometer 2 51 FuelGage 2 60 Odometer 2 50 Voltmeter 2 61 H 5 1 Halogen Bulbs See Bulb Replacement Head Restraints See Seats Headlamps Hazard Warning Flashers High Beam Indicator Light See Lights Reminder 2 4 2 Replacement See Bulb Replacement Heatercontro...

Page 335: ...lights See Headlamps Interior Lamps Override Switch 2 43 Lamp and Bulb Data 6 63 Reading 2 42 RearLamps 6 38 Replacement See Bulb Replacement Lights 2 4 0 Air Bag Readiness Light 2 52 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 2 54 Brake System Warning Light 2 53 Charging System Light 2 56 Daytime Running Lamps DRL Indicator Light 2 41 2 56 Headlamp High Beam Indicator Light 2 57 Headlights See Headlamp...

Page 336: ...s 6 12 Pressure Gage See Gages ToCheck 6 9 WhatKindtoUse 6 10 WhentoAdd 6 9 When to Change 6 12 What to Do with Used 6 12 Owner Checks and Services 7 35 Parking Brake See Brakes Parking On Hills See Towing Parking on Hills Over Things That Burn 2 24 Passing See Driving Passing Payload See Loading Your Vehicle Periodic Maintenance Inspections See Scheduled Maintenance Services Power Door Locks See ...

Page 337: ...6 Reminder Light See Lights Replacing Seat and Restraint Parts After a Crash 1 42 Right Front Passenger Position 1 26 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1 17 Use During Pregnancy 1 26 Why Safety Belts Work 1 12 Safety Chains See Towing a Trailer Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to Canada 8 5 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 8 5 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States 8 4 Safety W...

Page 338: ...e Engine Starting Steering 4 7 Tips 4 7 Sunvisors 2 45 Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System SIR Adding Equipment to Your Facial Air Bag Equipped Vehicle 1 25 Shifting Into Park P 2 22 InEmergencies 4 8 StorageCompartments 2 47 Driver s Facial air Bag System 1 21 How the Air Bag System Works 1 22 Servicing Your Facial Air Bag Equipped Vehicle 1 25 T Tachometer See Gages Theft 2 12 Thermostat 6 ...

Page 339: ...e Fluid 6 18 Shift Light See Lights Torque Lock Automatic Transmission 2 23 Trip Odometer See Gages Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator See Lights V Vehicle Damagewarnings iv Identification Number 6 57 6 5 8 Loading See LoadingYour Vehicle Storage 6 32 Symbols v vi v11 vu1 VentilationSystem 3 6 Tips 3 6 Voltmeter See Gages W Warning Devices Other 5 2 Hazard Flashers See Hazard Warning Flashers L...

Page 340: ...ndows 2 27 Swing Out 2 28 Windshield Rear Window Wipermasher Dutch Door 2 34 Washer 2 33 WasherFluid 6 28 Wipers 2 32 WiperBladeChatter 6 52 Wiper Blade Cleaning See Cleaning Wiper Blade Replacement 6 39 ...

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