GMC 1996 Jimmy Owner'S Manual Download

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Summary of Contents for 1996 Jimmy

Page 2: ...s thelatest information at the timeof printing We reserve the rightto make changes in theproduct afer that time without further notice Copyright1996General MotorsCorporation All rights reserved Printed in U S A GENERAL MOTORS GMC CHEVROLET JIMMY BLAZER and SONOMA are registered trademarks of General MotorsCorporation 15026635 1 ...

Page 3: ...ting the transfercase into NEUTRAL N can cause your vehicle to roll evenif the transmission is in PARK P for an automatic transmission or if your vehicle is in gear for a manual transmission You or otherscould beinjured Make sure the parking brakeis firmly set before you shift the transfercase into NEUTRAL N 5 Release the parkingbrake only after the vehicle being towed is f m l y attached to the t...

Page 4: ...o wheel drive or the optional electronic shift transfer case require special modifications before they can be towed in this manner Please contact your dealer for the towing information that is appropriate for your particular vehicle Vehicles with all wheel drive AWD cannot be towed in this manner 3 ...

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Page 6: ...ve a problem while driving suchas a flat tire or overheated engine etc ServiceandAppearanceCare Here the manual tells you howto keep your vehicle running properly and looking good Maintenanceschedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contactGMC Truck for assistance and how t...

Page 7: ...it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it Litho in U S A X961 1 B First Edition 4 T l F l E D WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH A U T O M O T I V E Natlonal Institutefor S E R V I C E E X C E L L E N C E We support voluntary technician certification For Canadian OwnersWho Prefe...

Page 8: ...vehicle In this manual you ll find that picturesand words work together to explain things quickly Index A good place to look for what you need is the Index in the back of the manual It s an alphabetical list of all that s in the manual and the page number where you ll find it Safety Warnings andSymbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell...

Page 9: ...ld damage your vehicle In the notice area we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your v...

Page 10: ...henever your vehicle is driven DOOR LOCK UNLOCK FASTEN SEAT BELTS POWER WINDOW These symbols have to do with your lights SIGNALS e TURN RUNNING 0 DAYTIME LAMPS FOG LAMPS 0 These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights ENGINE t COOLANT kfl TEMP CHARGING I 1 BATTERY SYSTEM BRAKE 0 COOLANT a ENGINEOIL e PRESSURE...

Page 11: ...Model Reference This manual covers these models Two Door Utility Four Door Utility vi ...

Page 12: ...is section tells you about the seats how toadjust them and fold them up and down Manual Front Seat I CAUTION Youcan lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The suddenmovement couldstartle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust thedriver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving i Move the leve1under the fr...

Page 13: ...e there will bea knob on the outside of the driver and passenger bucket seats Turn the knob counterclockwise to increase lumbar support and clockwise to decrease lumbar support Power Driver s Seat Option If you have this feature there will be a control pad on your driver s seat To make the front of the seat move up ordown control A To make the rear of the seat move up or down control C use use Use...

Page 14: ...f the control until you have the desired lumbar support To decrease lumbar support press the rear of the control Reclining Front Seatbacks To adjust the seatback lift the lever on the outer side of the seat Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to an upright position ...

Page 15: ...cause it won t be against your body Instead itwill be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neckor other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt couldgo up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For properprotection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then...

Page 16: ...folds forward to let people get into the back seat or to access the storage area behind the seat To fold the front seatback forward lift the latch and push the seat forward To return the seatback to the upright position push the seatback all the way back until the latch catches If the seatback was reclined before being folded forward it will return to the reclined position If the seatback isn t lo...

Page 17: ... be injured After you ve used it be sure to push rearward on an easy entry seat to be sure it is locked Tilt the seatback completely forward again to get out Rear Seats Your vehicle has a folding rear seat which lets you fold the seatbacks down for more cargo space The rear seat release handles are in the upper center of the rear of the seatbacks Push back on the seatbacks as you pull up on the ha...

Page 18: ...fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too Your vehicle has a light that comes on as areminder to buckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a crash you don t know if it will be a bad one A few cras...

Page 19: ...Why Safety Belts Work Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it 1 8 ...

Page 20: ...Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 1 9 ...

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

Page 22: ...rk with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up to getthe most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especiallyin side and other collisions Q If I m a good driver andI never drivefar from A You may be an excellent driver but if you r...

Page 23: ...iver Position This part describes the driver s restraint 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 see how see Seats in the Index so you can sit up straight 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on t...

Page 24: ...In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And YOU be less likely to slide under thelap belt If you slid unde it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This aould cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest Th se parts of the 4 body are best able to take belt restraining The safety belt locks if there s a sudden 1 1 13 ...

Page 25: ...too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way A AUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder beltis too loose Ina crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit againstyour body 1 14 ...

Page 26: ...What s wrong with this A The belt is buckled in the wrong place You can be seriously buckled in the the belt would forces would could cause I 1 15 ...

Page 27: ...riouslyinjured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm Ina crash your body would movetoo far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt wouldapply too much force to the ribs whicharen t as strongas shoulder bones You could also severelyinjure internalorgans like your liver or spleen 1 16 ...

Page 28: ...wisted across the body You can be seriously injuredby a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it 1 17 ...

Page 29: ... Restraint SIR system or air bag system Your vehicle has an air bag for the driver Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren t wearing your safety belt even if you have an airbag Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it The air...

Page 30: ... force faster thanthe blink of an eye If you re too close to an inflating air bag it could seriouslyinjure you Safetybelts help keep you in position for an air bag inflation in a crash Always wear your safety belt even with an airbag and sitas far back as you can while still maintaining control of your vehicle AIR BAG There is an 2 readiness lig instrument p shows AIR 1 bag on the el which L G The...

Page 31: ...ing wheel I A CAUTION Don t put anythingon or attach anythingto the steeringwheel Also don tput anything such as pets or objects between the driver and the steeringwheel If somethingis between an occupant and an air bag it could affectthe performance of the air bag or worse it could cause injury 1 20 ...

Page 32: ...goff road usage Observe safe driving speeds especially on rough terrain As always wear your safety belt See Off Road Driving in the Index for more tips on off road driving What makes an air bag inflate In a frontal or near frontal impact of sufficient severity the air bag sensing system detects thatthe vehicle is suddenly stopping as a result of a crash The sensing system triggers a chemical react...

Page 33: ...breathing problems but can t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh air by openinga window or door a 0 0 The air bag is designed to inflate only once After it inflates you ll need some new parts for your air bag system If you don t get them the air bag system won t be there to help protect you in another crash A new system will include the air bag module and possibly other...

Page 34: ...so The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Adding Equipmentto Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Q A Q A If I add a push bumper ora bicycle rack tothe front of my vehicle willit keep the air bag from working properly As long as the push bumper or bicycle rack is attached to your vehicle so that the vehicle s basic structure isn t changed it s not likely to keep the air bags from working pr...

Page 35: ...t the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it s more likely that the fetus won t be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to 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 ...

Page 36: ...t the latch plate and pull it alongthe belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t 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 if you ...

Page 37: ...ash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s howto wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted On four door models the shoulder belt maylock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this h...

Page 38: ... does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender a t the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned s o you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part 1 27 ...

Page 39: ...tal injuries The shoulderbelt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or acrash On four door models the safety belt also locks if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor b LAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose Ina crash you would m...

Page 40: ...ho have outgrown child restraints and for small adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide foreach outside passengerposition in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts Here s how to ...

Page 41: ...seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip 2 Slide the guide under and past the belt The elastic cord must be 11nder thebelt Then place the guide over the belt and insert thetwo edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 1 30 ...

Page 42: ... flat The elastic cord must be l nder the belt and the guide on top 4 1 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions earlier i n this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder 1 31 ...

Page 43: ...nbetween the seatback and the interior body leaving only the loopof elastic cord exposed Center Rear Passenger Position Door Models Lap Belt When you sit in thecenter rear seating position you have a lapsafety belt which hasa retractor 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it gettwisted 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks 3 Feed the lap belt into the r...

Page 44: ...ller than restrained while in a vehicle Smaller Children and Babies I I Smaller children and babies should a1 ays be restrained in a child or infant restrai t The instructions for the restraint will shy yvhetherit is the right type and size for yourchild k very young child ship bones are so small that a regular belt might not stay low on the hips as it should Instead thebelt will likely be 3ver th...

Page 45: ... crash Duringa crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash CAUTION Continued at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold Secure the babyin an infant restraint 1 34 ...

Page 46: ... safer if they are restrained in therear rather than the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in a rear seat outside position unless the child is an infantand you re the only adult in the vehicle In that case you might want to secure the restraint in the right front seat where you can keep an eye on the baby Wherever you install it be sure to secure...

Page 47: ... lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint 2 Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will ...

Page 48: ... the belt Make sure therelease button is positioned so you would be able tounbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder beltall the way out of the retractor to setthe lock ...

Page 49: ...lt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different 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 directions to be sure it is secure 1 38 ...

Page 50: ...t Follow thl for the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint 2 instructions say Pick up thelatch plate and run the lap portions of the vehicle ssafety belt thl around the restraint Thechild restrain will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of tht neck put itbehind the child restraint he earlier part one instructions the md shoulder ugh or instructions ...

Page 51: ... belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if youever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulderbelt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 40 ...

Page 52: ...seat adjust theseat forward unt portion of the safety belt holds the restl But don t move it any more than neede the lap belt To remove the child restraint just unbuckll safety belt and let itgo backall theway T will move freely again and be ready toWOI or larger child passenger lt back In the rent re using a 1the lap aint firmly 1to tighten the vehicle s le safety belt k for an adult 1 41 ...

Page 53: ...the child can wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulderbelt can provide Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But they need to use the safety belts properly Children who aren t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash Children who aren t buckled up can strike other people who are 1 42 ...

Page 54: ...o the child s faceor neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is sitting i n a rear outside position of a four door model see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides in the Index If the child is so small that the shoulder belt ...

Page 55: ... in this way in a crash thechild might slideunder thebelt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen Thatcould cause seriousor fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash 1 44 ...

Page 56: ... it just attach it to the regular safety belt Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts...

Page 57: ...e severe crash then you need newbelts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt wasn t being used at the time of the collision If an air bag inflates you ll need to replace air bag system parts See the part on the air bag system earlier in this ...

Page 58: ...anel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem Keys Leaving young children ina vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others couldbe badly injured or even killed They could operate power windowsor other controls oreven make the vehiclemove Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with young children 2 1 ...

Page 59: ... coded tag has a code on it that tells your dealer or aqualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep this tag in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using this tag 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...

Page 60: ...ous You increase the chance of beingthrown outof the vehicle in a crash if the doorsaren t locked Wear safety belts properly lockyour doors and you will be far better off whenever youdrive your vehicle There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle You can use the Keyless Entry system if you have this option You can use your key to unlock your door from the outside To unlock the door slide...

Page 61: ...so they can t be opened from the inside by passengers Move the lock up to lock the doors and down to release the door locks To unlock the doors press the raised area next to the key symbol On four door models the lever on each rear door works only that door s lock Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle take your key open your door and set the locks from inside Then get out and close t...

Page 62: ...eplacement is necessary See the instructions on battery replacement Check the distance You may be too far from your vehicle This product has a maximum range 0 Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal See your GM dealer or a qualified technician for service Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to...

Page 63: ...smitters matched to it Battery Replacement Under normal use the batteries in your key chain transmitter should last about two years You can tell the batteries are weak if the transmitter won t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works it s probably time to change the batteries To replace the batteries in the Keyless Entry transmi...

Page 64: ...ical wiringor other cable connections must pass through theseal between the body and the rear window or endgate 0 Make sureall windows are shut 0 Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the setting on VENT That will force outsideair into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index instrument panel open themall the way 0 If you have air outlets on or under the Se...

Page 65: ... a power lock system from the outside insert the key in the lock button and turn counterclockwise All doors will unlock When doors are unlocked press the button to open the glass Then reach inside to lift the handle and open the endgate The endgate can be opened without akey if the driver s door is unlocked The endgate glass will not release if the vehicle is in gear To lock apower lock system fro...

Page 66: ...l transmission either with or without the Keyless Entry option you must apply your parking brake before you can open the endgate glass Emergency Releasefor Opening Endgate 1 Peel back or slit the carpet locally to expose the access hole in the trim panel I 3 Reattach the carpet securely Use a thin screwdriver t o reach through the tccess holes i n both the trim panel and the hardware cover Pry the...

Page 67: ...ion and take it with you Always do this Your steering wheel will be locked and so will your ignition If you have an automatic transmission taking your key out also locks your transmission And remember to lock the doors Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your valuables out of sight Put them in a storage area or take them with you Parking Lots If you park...

Page 68: ... this time your new brake linings aren t yet broken in Hard stops with new liningscan mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get newbrake linings Don t towa trailer duringbreak in See Towinga Trailer in the Index for more information Ignition Positions Use the key to turn the ignition switch to five different positions C ACCESSORY A ACCESSORY l...

Page 69: ...ple if your vehicle is being towed RUN D This is the position for driving START E This starts your engine On manual transmission vehicles turning the key to LOCK will lock the steering column and result in a loss of ability tosteer thevehicle This could cause a collision If you need to turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving turn the key only to OFF Don t press the key release button while...

Page 70: ...t the same time Pull the key straight out On automatic trmsmission vehicles turn the key to LOCK and pull it straight out Starting Your Engine Automatic transmission Move your shift lever to PARK P or IfJEUTRAL N Your engine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only I NOTICE Don t try to shift to PARK P if your vehicle is mov...

Page 71: ...oesn t start right away hold your key in START If it doesn t start in 10seconds push the accelerator pedal all the way down for five more seconds or until it starts 3 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops wait 15 seconds and start over When theengine starts let go of the key and the accelerator pedal NOTICE Your engine is designed to work withthe electronics in your vehicle If ...

Page 72: ...on cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriouslyinjured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 voltAC outlet If the cordwon t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 After you ve used the coolant heater be sure to store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you don t it could be damaged How long sh...

Page 73: ...attery to prevent discharging YOUJ battery 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 It is dangerousto get out of your vehicle if the shift leveris not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmlyset Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left ...

Page 74: ...oving forward could damage your transmission Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transmission see Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index NEUTRAL N In this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Shifting out of PARK P o...

Page 75: ...ives you more power but lower fuel economy You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on You can also use SECOND 2 for starting your vehicle from a stopon slippery road surfaces FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very stee...

Page 76: ...complete stop and it s hard to shift into FIRST 1 put the shift lever in NEUTRAL N and let up on the clutch Press the clutch pedal back down Then shift into FIRST 1 SECOND 2 Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND 2 Then slowly let up on theclutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal THIRD FOURTH AND FIFTH 3 4 and 5 Shift into THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 and FI...

Page 77: ...ing to REVERSE R while your vehicle is movingcould damage your transmission Use REVERSE R along with the parking brake for parking your vehicle Shift Light SHIFT If you have a manual transmission you have a SHIFT light This light will show you when t o shift to the next higher c gear for best fuel economy When this light comes on you can shift to the next higher gear if weather road and traffic co...

Page 78: ...cking feature will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle If your vehicle has all wheel drive your engine s driving power is sent to all four wheels for extra traction This is like four wheel drive but there is no lever or switch to engage or disengage the front axle It is fully automatic and adjusts itself as needed for road conditions Four wheel Drive Option If your vehicle has four w...

Page 79: ...ive vehicle has the manual transfer case the transfer case shift lever is on the floor next to the driver Use this lever to shift into and out of four wheel drive An indicator light near the lever shows you the transfer case settings 0 2HI 2 22 ...

Page 80: ...on snowy or icy roads or in most off road situations N SET PARK B R A m shift to this neutral setting only when your vehicle needs to be towed 4LO This setting also engages your front axle to give you extra traction and provides extra gear reduction You may never need 4LO It sends the maximum power to all four wheels You might choose 4LO if you were driving off road in sand mud or deep snow and cl...

Page 81: ...e fuel economy Also driving in four wheel drive on dry pavement could cause your tires to wear faster and make your transfer case harder to shift and reduce powertrain longevity Electronic Transfer Case Option If your four wheel drive vehicle has the electronic transfer case the transfer case switches are above the radio controls Use these switches to shift into and out of four wheel drive You can...

Page 82: ...in NEUTRAL N in vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission or the clutch pedal engaged in vehicles equipped with a manual transmission The preferred method for shiftinginto 4LO is to have your vehicle moving 1 to 2 mph I 6 to 3 2 km h Press and release the 4LO switch You must wait for the 4LO indicator light to stop flashing and remain illuminated before shifting your transmission into gear ...

Page 83: ...an 3 mph 4 8km h and the transmission is i n NEUTRAL N or the clutch pedal engaged On automatic transmission equipped vehicles if your transfer case doesnot shift into 4H1 your transmission indicator switch may require adjustment With your transmission in NEUTRAL N press and release the 4HI switch While the 4HI indicator light is flashing shift your transmission into PARK P Wait until the 4HI indi...

Page 84: ...r from moving It canbe dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmlyset Your vehiclecan roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure yourvehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you have four wheel drive with a manual tran...

Page 85: ...rive with amanual transfer case shiftlever be surethe transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL N Turn the ignition key to LOCK Remove the key and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the key your vehicle is in PARK P 0 Pull the lever toward you 2 28 ...

Page 86: ...Turn the ignition key to LOCK It canbe dangerous toleave your vehicle with the engine running Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set If you have four wheel drive with a manual transfer case shift lever and your transfercase is in NEUTRAL N your vehicle will be free toroll even if your shift lever is in PARK P So be sure the tran...

Page 87: ... the Index When you are ready to drive move the shift lever out of PARK P before you release the parking brake If torque lock does occur you mayneed to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of PARK P Automatic Transmission Your vehicle has a brake transmission shift interlock You...

Page 88: ...ve with a manual transfer case shift lever be sure your transfer case is in a drive gear Your vehicle could roll if it isn t Parking Over Things That Burn If you are parking on a hill or if your vehicle is pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index r Things thatcan burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite Don t park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that...

Page 89: ...dows down to Have your vehicle fixed immediately or different modified improperly blow out any CO and Running Your Engine WhileYou re Parked Automatic Transmission It s better not to park with the engine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know 1 e e Idling the engine with the air system control off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle seethe earlier Caution under En...

Page 90: ... and your transfer caseis in NEUTRAL N your vehicle will be freeto roll even if your shift lever is in PARK P So be surethe transfer case is ina drive gear not in NEUTRAL N Always set your parking brake Follow the proper steps to be sureyour vehicle won t move See Shifting IntoPARK P in the Index If you re pulling atrailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Windows Manual Windows Turn the hand cran...

Page 91: ... Hold the driver s window switch down for more than a 1 2 second to activate the express down feature Lightly tap the switch to open thewindow slightly The express down feature can be interrupted at any time by pressing the up arrow end of the switch I Four door vehicles have a lockout feature to prevent passengers from operating power windows It is located on the driver s door Press LOCK to activ...

Page 92: ...ing wheel pads Tilt Wheel Option If you have the tilt steering wheel you should adjust the steering wheel before you drive hes You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place Do...

Page 93: ... right and two downward for left positions These positions allow you to signal a turn or alane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turnis finished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turnor lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold itth...

Page 94: ...lbs If you have a trailertowing option with added wiring for the trailer lamps a different turn signal flasher isused With this flasherinstalled the signal indicator will flash even if a turn signal bulbis burned out Check the front and rear turn signal lamps regularly to make sure they are working Headlamp Highkow Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high or high to low pull the ...

Page 95: ...a long or short delay between wipes This can be very useful in light rain or snow Turn the band to choose the delay time The closer to LOW the shorter the delay For steady wiping at lowspeed turn the band away from you to the LOW position For high speed wiping turn the band further to HIGH To stop the wipers move the band to the OFF position At the top of the multifunction lever there s a paddle m...

Page 96: ...rk on the endgate When the glass is completelyclosed the wiper will resume the delay mode To wash the window press and hold ON The wipers will continue to work after you release the switch Press OFF to turn the wiper off The rear window washer uses the same fluid bottle as the windshield washer However the rear window washer will run out of fluid before the windshield washer If you can wash your w...

Page 97: ...kes the cruise control will shut off If you have a manual transmission and you apply your brakes or push the clutch pedal the cruise control will shut off Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and...

Page 98: ... to reset it I Move the cruise control switch to ON 2 Get up to the speed you want Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can move the cruise control switch from ON to R A for about a 1 2 second 3 Press in the SET button at the end of the lever and release it You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there Remember if you hold the switch at R A longer than a 1 2 second the ...

Page 99: ...Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How wellyour cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may want to stepon the ...

Page 100: ...nel 0 Parking Lamps 0 Sidemarker Lamps 0 Taillamps License Plate Lamps 0 Instrument Panel Lights 0 Transfer Case Indicator Light if you have one Press the bottom switch with the master lamps symbol on it to turn on all the lamps listed as well as the headlamps Press the side of the switch marked OFF to turn off your lamps 2 43 ...

Page 101: ...ss when the ignition is on the headlamp switch is off and the parking brake is released When the DRL are on only your headlamps will be on The taillamps sidemarker and other lamps won t beon The instrument panel won t belit up either When itbegins to get dark your DRL indicator light is a reminder to turn your headlamp switch on The other lamps that come on with your headlamps will also come on Wh...

Page 102: ...l not give off as much light as your headlamps Never use your fog lamps in the dark without turning on your headlamps Fog lamps will go off whenever your high beam headlamps come on When the high beams go off the fog lamps will come on again Interior Lamps Brightness Control Turn the switch next to the headlamp switch up to make your instrument panel and transfer case lights brighter Turn the swit...

Page 103: ... approximately 15 seconds after you exit the vehicle They will also stay on for 15 seconds when the INT LIGHTS switch on the instrument panel is turned on then off while the ignition is off You can also turn the lamps on and off by pressing the switch near each lamp The rear dome lamp has a switch that lets you turn it on from the rear of the vehicle Press the side of the switch with the lamp symb...

Page 104: ... so you can just seethe side of your vehicle You can fold them before entering a car wash Pull the mirrors in toward the vehicle Push the mirrors back out when finished Power Remote Control Mirror The control is located on the driver s door armrest Turn the control to L or R to choose the mirror then press the arrows on the outside switch ring to adjust the mirror 2 47 ...

Page 105: ... they really are If you cut too sharplyinto the right lane you could hita vehicle on your right Check your inside mirroror glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Storage Compartments Glove Box To open your glove box squeeze the lever at the top of the glove box and lower the door Two cup depressions are provided for your convenience but the glove box should not be open while driving Overh...

Page 106: ... compartment canbe used to conveniently storethe opener To install the garage door opener first open the compartment door by pressing the latch forward Peel the protective backing from the hook and loop patch Press it firmly to the back of your garage door opener as close to the center of the opener as possible Center the garage door opener activation button over the console door button and press ...

Page 107: ...tment door closed when you press the button Now withthe compartment door closed press the button again to make sure the garage door opener 1operates properly With the garage door opener positioned properly andthe ight numberof pegs in place you should only have to ress the button slightly to operate the opener Adjust the losition of the garage door opener and addor remove legs as needed until the ...

Page 108: ...perature indicated will be the last outside temperature recorded with the ignition on If the outside temperature is 37 F 3 C or lower when you turn on the ignition ICE will appear on the display This is a warning to the driver that road conditions may be icy and that appropriate precautionsshould be taken The compass is self calibrating so it does not need to be manually set However when your vehi...

Page 109: ... to set the variance for your particular location 1 Find your location on the zone map Note your 2 Press and hold both the ON OFF and the USNET zone number switches The display will go off 3 After five seconds VAR CAL will appear on the display When it does release both buttons 4 Press US MET until your zone number appears on 5 Press ON OFF to enter your zone number Your the display variance is no...

Page 110: ...n each of the front doors Four door models have storage pockets and cupholders on rear doors If your vehicle has this console compartment squeeze the front lever while lifting the top to open it You can store cassettes in the slots in the front of the compartment If you have a compact disc player you may store compact discs inside the console 2 53 ...

Page 111: ...o help keep small items like gloves and light clothing in place during sharp turns or quick stops and starts The net is not designed to retain these items during off road use The net is not for larger heavier items The convenience net is anchored to the endgate door Attach the upper loops to the retainers on either side of the endgate opening the label should be in the upper passenger side corner ...

Page 112: ...f the vehicle to secure it A CAUTION An improperly stored cargo cover could be thrown about the vehicle during a cQllision or suddenmaneuver You or others could be injured If you remove the cover always store it outside of the vehicle When you put it back always be sure that it is securely reattached Cargo Tie Downs There are four cargotie downs in the rear that allow you to strap cargo in and kee...

Page 113: ... your luggage carrier on top of your vehicle The luggage carrier has slats side rails and crossrails attached to the roof to secure cargo Themoveable tie downs attached to theside rails should be used to secure loads to the luggage carrier Use GM accessory racks that are compatible with your luggage carrier fortransporting sports equipment These are available through your GM dealer Remove the cent...

Page 114: ...lso tie the load to the bumpers Do not tie the load so tightly that the crossrails or siderails are damaged NOTICE Loading cargo thatweighs more than200 lbs 91 kg on the luggage carrier may damage your vehicle When you carry large things never let them hang over the rear or the sides of your vehicle Load your cargoso that it rests on the slats and does not scratch or damage the vehicle Put the car...

Page 115: ... smoking material can be deposited NOTICE Don t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtray If you do cigarettesor other smoking materials could set them on fire causing damage To remove the front ashtray lift the release tab as high as possible then remove the tray Four door vehicles have smaller ashtrays inside the rear doors Press PUSH to turn the ashtray around for use Sun Visors T...

Page 116: ...Theaccessory power outlets arelocated below the cigarette lighter Just pull down from the top of the door and follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical equipment you install These circuits are protected by a fuseand have maximum current levels NOTICE When using the accessory power outlets maximum electrical load must not exceed 25 amps Always turn off any el...

Page 117: ...Instrument Panel 2 60 ...

Page 118: ...4 Comfort Controls 5 Glove Box 6 Ashtray 7 Cigarette Lighterpower Auxiliary Outlets Option 8 Storage Compartment 9 Audio System 10 Fog Lamps Option 11 Lamp Controls 12 Rear Endgate Release 13 Brake Release 14 Rear Window Washermiper 15 Rear Window Defogger Option 2 61 ...

Page 119: ...w your vehicleis running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you ve used and many other things you ll need to know to drive safelyand economically I MPH P R N B D 2 1 B O O 0 0 0 0 SERMCE ENGINE SOON 0 SHIFT 0 oAIR CHECK BAG GAGES UNLEADED N E LONLY 1 Standard Cluster 2 62 ...

Page 120: ...I ANTI LOCK O I L 0 SERVICE ENGINE SOON CHECK GAGES P R N D D 2 1 I 0 0 0 0 0 0 I Optional Cluster 2 63 ...

Page 121: ...The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Each tachometer has a different limit depending on the powertrain in your vehicle The tachometer has three areas normal operating range red warning range and red danger range Normal operating range shows your engine speed during normal driving conditions For example when the needle points to 2 it means the engine is running at ...

Page 122: ...icate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together tolet you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving orwhen one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you what to do about it Please follow this manual s advice Waiting...

Page 123: ...ome on when you start your vehicle or stays on or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away Charging System Indicator Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition but the engine is not running as a check to show you it is working It should go out once the engine is running If it stays on or co...

Page 124: ...on should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to create maximum power You can only drive fora short time with the reading in either warning zone If you must drive turn off all unnecessary accessories Readings in either warning zone indicate a possible problem in the electrical system Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle ...

Page 125: ...ing brake The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn t release fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem ANTI LOCK With the anti lock brake system this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds That s normal If the light stays on or comes on when you re driving your vehicle needs service If the ...

Page 126: ...ne assoon as possible In Problems on theRoad this manual shows you what to do See Engine Overheating in the Index Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service EngineSoon Light SERVICE ENGINE SOON This system is called OBD I1 On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable the life of the vehicle helping to environment In Canada OBD Enhanced Diagnostics The S...

Page 127: ...nd service is required 0 Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required If the LightIs Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle Reduce vehicle speed Avoid hard accelerations Avoid steep uphill grades If towing a trailer reduce the amount of cargo being If...

Page 128: ...etect this Adding fuel should correct this condition Make sure to install the fuel cap properly It will take a few driving trips to turn the light off Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel see Fuel in the Index Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed You may notice this as stalling after start up stallin...

Page 129: ... low pressure zone indicate the normal operating range A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or otherproblems causing low oil pressure Don t keep drivingif the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check youroil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Damage to your ...

Page 130: ...you start the engine Shiftingwhen the indicator light is on will help you get the best fuel economy See Shift Light in the Index Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light O a You have this lighton the instrument panel It goes on whenever the DRL are on the ignition is on the headlamp switch is off and the parking brake is released 2 73 ...

Page 131: ...l you have remaining Here are four things that some owners ask about None of these show a problem with your fuel gage At the gas station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads FULL F It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tmk was half full but it actually tooka little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fil...

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Page 134: ...n Control The switch with the fan symbol changes the fan speed To increase the fan speed move the switch upward toward HI To decrease the fan speed move the switch downward toward LO Temperature Knob The upper knob regulates the temperatureof the air coming through the system Turn the knob clockwise for warmer air Turn the knob counterclockwise for cooler air Mode Knob The lower knob allows you to...

Page 135: ...tting directs most air through the windshield defroster outlets and some through the heater outlets Air Condioning On hot days open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best For quick cool down on very hot days use MAX A C with the temperature knob turned c...

Page 136: ...n System For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed use VENT to direct outside air through your vehicle Airflow is through the instrument panel outlets Your vehicle s ventilation system supplies outside air to the inside of your vehicle when it is moving When the vehicle is not moving you can get outside air to flow through by selecting any mode and any fan speed You wi...

Page 137: ...vehicle Defogging and Defrosting On cool humid days use BLEND to keep the windshield and side windows clear Use DEFROST to remove fog or ice from the windshield quickly in extremely humid or cold conditions Turn the temperature knob clockwise and move the fan control toward HI Rear Window Defogger Option If your vehicle has this option therear window will have lines that warm the glass For best re...

Page 138: ... listening pleasure You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your Delco system can 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 Clock forAll SystemsExcept AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player Press SET Within five seconds press and hold SEEK until the co...

Page 139: ...s this button to listen to each station for a few seconds The radio will go to the next station stop for afew seconds then go to the next station SCAN will appear on the display Press SCAN again to stop scanning PUSHBUTTONS The four numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 14 stations seven AM and seven FM 1 Tune in the desired station 2 Press SET SET will ap...

Page 140: ...d is pleasing to your ear TREBLE Slide this lever up to increase the treble You can reduce noise for weak or noisy stations by sliding this lever down Adjusting the Speakers BAL This control ring behind thePWR VOL RECALL knobadjuststhebalance between the leftand right speakers FADE This control ring behind theTUNE AM FM knob adjusts the balance betweenthe front and rear speakers AM FM Stereo with ...

Page 141: ...s that numbered button the station you set will return 4 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton In addition to the four stations set as above up to three additional stations may be preset on each band by pressing two adjoining buttons at the same time Just 1 Tune in the desired station 2 Press SET SETwill appear on the display 3 Press two adjoining pushbuttons at the same time within five seconds Wh...

Page 142: ...ape REVERSE Press the arrow button in the opposite direction that the lighted arrow points to reverse quickly to another part of the tape Press STOP EJECT lightly to stop reversingand play the tape PWR VOL PROG RCL Press this knob t o go from one side of the tape to the other STOP EJECT Press this button to remove the tape or stop playing the tape to play the radio AM FM Stereo with CassetteTape P...

Page 143: ... you set will return 4 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton In addition to the four stations set as above up to three additional stations may be preset on each band by pressing two adjoining buttons at the same time Just 1 Tune in the desired station 2 Press SET SET will appear on the display 3 Press two adjoining pushbuttons at the same time within five seconds Whenever you press the same two but...

Page 144: ...m for the type of cassette being used If you are using chrome or metal tapes press the button in FORWARD Press the arrow button in the direction that the lighted arrow points to advance quickly to another part of the tape Press STOP EJECT lightly to stop forwarding and play the tape REVERSE Press the arrow button in the opposite direction that the lighted arrow points to reverse quickly to another...

Page 145: ...play SEEK Press the right arrow to go to the next higher station and the leftarrow to go to the next lower station SCAN Press this button to listen to each station for a few seconds SC will appear on the display The radio will go to the next station stop for a few seconds then go to the next station Press SCAN again to stop scanning and stay at a station PUSHBUTTONS The five numbered pushbuttons l...

Page 146: ...he slot label side up The radio will pull the disc the rest of the way in Wait a few seconds and the disc should play If the disc comes back out and or ERR appears on the display e a a 0 e You are driving on a very rough road The disc should play when the road gets smoother The disc is upside down It is dirty scratched or wet It is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again The disc player ...

Page 147: ...p the disc and play the radio Press it again to restart the disc at the point where it stopped Press the POWER VOL knob or turn the ignition key off to stop thc disc player The disc stays in the player and will resume playing at the point where it stopped EJCT Press this button to eject the disc and play the radio The disc will start at track one when you reinsert it Theft Deterrent Feature Delco ...

Page 148: ...y 11 Repeat Steps 6 through 10 This time the display will show SEC to let you know that your radio is secure Unlocking the Theft SystemAfter a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition on with the radio off 2 Press SET and 000 will appear on the display 3 Press SCAN to make the first digit appear 4 Press SEEK right arrow or SEEK le...

Page 149: ... of the code The display will show the numbers you entered Press BAND The disabling sequence was correct was incorrect if SEC shows on the display if ___ shows on the display The disabling sequence Understanding Radio Reception FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound But FM signals will reach only about 10to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causin...

Page 150: ...control to the lowest setting 0 Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before youadd anysound equipment vehicle like a tape player CB radio telephone or two way radio be sure what you want If you can it s very i do it properly Added soundequipm interferewith the operation of your engine Delcoradio or other systems damage them Your vehicle s systems and even that hasbe...

Page 151: ...o choose a non scrubbing action wet type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabricbelt to clean the tape head This typeof cleaning cassette will not eject It may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time Always make sure that the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced Care ...

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Page 154: ...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 otherdrivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do Be ready for their mistakes Rear end collisions areabout the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following dis...

Page 155: ...ohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the problem The B...

Page 156: ...s and throughout Canada the limit is 0 08 perce it In some other countries it s even lower The BAClimit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BACwill be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve deen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a ...

Page 157: ...hol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is ina crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment...

Page 158: ...Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That s rruction time Average reclction tirnr is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 1...

Page 159: ...our brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stopand the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brakes Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid W...

Page 160: ... 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 pressurefaster than any driver could The computer is programnled to make the most of available tire and road conditions You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and c...

Page 161: ...ring can help you more than even the very best braking Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steerbut it will take rnuch more effort Steering Tips Driving onCurves 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 Exper...

Page 162: ...o adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain areasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be mor effective than braking For example you come ove a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane or a car uddenly pulls out from nowhere or a child dar...

Page 163: ... driving at all times and wear safety belts properly uff RoadRecovery You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the sho dder while you re driving OFF ROAD 1 A LEFT APPAOX QUARTER TURN v edge of paved surlace If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the acceleratorand then if there is nothing...

Page 164: ...the sides and to crossroads for situationsthat might affect your passing patterns If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass wait for a better time Watch for traffic signs pavement markings and lines If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection delay your pass A broken center line usually indicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead...

Page 165: ... glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are farenough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane Remember that your right outside mirror is convex The veh...

Page 166: ...kid are best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide easeyour foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or othermaterial is on the road For...

Page 167: ...rp turns or abrupt maneuvers As with other vehicles of this type failure to operate this vehiclecorrectly may result in loss of control or vehicle rollover Off Road Driving withYour Four Wheel Drive Vehicle This off road guide is for vehicles that have four wheel drive Also see Anti Lock Brakes in the Index If your vehicle doesn t have four wheel drive you shouldn t drive off road unless you re on...

Page 168: ...e heaviest things should be on the load floorand forward of your rear axle Put heavier items as far forward as you can Be sure the load issecured properly so driving on the off road terrain doesn t toss things around Cargo on the load floor piled highe than the seatbacks can be thrown forwa d during a sudden stop You or your passengers could be injured Keep argo below the topof the seatbacks Unsec...

Page 169: ...ehicle s exhaust system Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip especially when going to a remote area Know the terrain and plan your route You are much less likely to get bad surprises Get accurate maps of trails and terrain Try to learn of any blocked or closed roads It s also a good idea to travel with at least one other vehicle If something happens to one of them the other c...

Page 170: ...e steering acceleration and braking of your vehicle in different ways Depending upon the kind of surface you are on you may experience slipping sliding wheel spinning delayed acceleration poor traction and longer braking distances 1 SLLI K Ohstdes Unseen or hidden obstacles can be hazardous A rock log hole rut or bump can startle you if you re not prepared for them Often these obstacles are When y...

Page 171: ...ing can be very dangerous on any road And this is certainly true for off road driving At the very time you need special alertness and driving skills your reflexes perceptions and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You could have a serious or even fidtal accident if you drink and drive orride with a driver who has been drinking See Drunken Driving in theIndex Driving on Off ...

Page 172: ...me other things to consideras you approach a hill 0 Is there a constant incline or does the hill get sharply steeper in places Is there good traction on the hillside or will the surhce cause tire slipping 0 Is there a straight path up or down the hill so you won t have to make turning maneuvers 0 Are there obstructions on the hill that can block your path boulders trees logs or ruts What s beyond ...

Page 173: ... flag to the vehicle to make you more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills Sound the horn as you approach the top of thehill to let opposing traffic know you re there Use your headlamps even during the day They make you more visible to oncoming traffic firning ordri1 lg across steep hills can be dangerous You could lose traction slide sideways and possibly rollover You could be seriou...

Page 174: ...ering wheel at the 12o clock position This way you ll be able to tell if your wheels are straight and maneuver as you back down It s best that you back down the hill with your wheels straight rather than in the left or right direction Turning the wheel too far tothe left or right will increase the possibility of a rollover Here are some things you nzust not do if you stall or are about to stall wh...

Page 175: ...leave the vehicle Leave it in some gear IIf you have a manual transfer case shift lever shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL N can cause yourvehicle to roll evenif the transmission is in PARK P or if you have the manual transmission evenif you re in gear This is because the NEUTRAL N position on the transfer case overrides the transmission If you are going to leave your vehicle set the parking br...

Page 176: ...en creek bank or even a river bottom with large rocks If you decide you can go down a hill safely then try to keep your vehicle headed straight down and use a low gear This way engine dragcan help your brakes and they won t have to do all the work Descend slowly keeping your vehicle under control at all times Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakesto overheat andfade This could ...

Page 177: ...ion in NEUTRAL N or with the clutch pedal depressed in a manual shift This is called free wheeling Your brakes will have to do all the work andcould overheat and fade Am I likely to stall when going downhill A It s much more likely to happen going uphill But if it happens going downhill here s whatto do Stop your vehicle by applying the regular brakes Apply the parking brake 0 Shift to PARK P or t...

Page 178: ...l slide or a rollover 0 Surface conditionscan be a problem when you drive across a hill Loose gravel muddy spots oreven wet grass can cause your tires to slip sideways downhill If the vehicle slips sideways it can hit something that will trip it a rock a rut etc and roll over 0 Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse If you drive across a rock with the uphill wheels or if...

Page 179: ...g on an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you re crossing an incline be sure you and your passengers get out on the uphill side even if the door there is harder to open If you get out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll over you ll be right in its path If you have to walk down the slope stay out of the path the vehicle will take if it does roll over 4 26 Getting out on the downhi...

Page 180: ...d to sink into the sand This has an effect on steering accelerating and braking You may want to reduce the air pressure in your tires slightly when driving on sand This will improve traction i d I k Rardpacked snow and ke offer the worst txe traction On these surfaces it s very easy to losecor trol On wet ice for example the traction is so poor tha you will have difficulty accelerating And ifyou d...

Page 181: ... your ignition system and your vehiclecan stall Stallingcan also occur if you get your tailpipe under water And as long as your tailpipe is under water you ll never be able to stcartyour engine When you go through water remember that when your brakes get wet it may take you longer tostop Driving through rushing water can be dangerous Deep water cansweep your vehicle downstream and you and your pas...

Page 182: ...raking Check the body structure steering suspension wheels tires and exhaust system for damage Also check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage Driving at Night Your vehicle will require more frequent servicedue to off road use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for additional information Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers are likely to be i...

Page 183: ... They may cut down onglare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching lights It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or avehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into ...

Page 184: ...y get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape aheavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It s wise tokeep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank fi...

Page 185: ...y to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them A CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work well ina quick stop and may cause pulling toone side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash applyyour brake pedal lightly until your brakeswork normally I ...

Page 186: ...usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving ThroughDeep StandingWater NOTICE If you drivetoo quickly through deep puddles or standing water watercan come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your ...

Page 187: ... a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the cityjust as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving Treat a green light asa warning signal A traffic light is there because thecomer is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move ...

Page 188: ...ance there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway If you have a clearview of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the grip at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothl...

Page 189: ...ording to your speedometer not to your sense of motion After driving for any distance at higher speeds you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are Before Leavingon a Long Trip Make sure you re ready Tryto be well rested If you must start when you re not fresh such as after a day s work don t plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey Wear comfortableclothing an...

Page 190: ...is Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lackof awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rushof the wind against the vehicle that can makeyou sleepy Don t letit happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the roadin less than a secon...

Page 191: ...in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transmission These parts can work hard on mountain roads 0 Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to alower gear when you go down a steep orlong hill If you don t shift down your brakes could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You woul...

Page 192: ...can climbthe hill better 0 Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Don t swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane 0 As you go over the top of a hill be alert There couldbe something in your lane likea stalled car or an accident You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems Examplesar...

Page 193: ...n Snowor Ice Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snowor ice between your tires and the road you can have a very slippery situation You ll have a lot less traction or grip andwill need to be very careful What s the worst time for this Wet ice Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on But wet ice can be even more ...

Page 194: ...h ice On an otherwise clearroad ice patches may appear in shaded areas where the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings orunder bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve oran overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see apatch of 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 maneuve...

Page 195: ...ow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle This can cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to getinside CO could overcomeyou and kill you You can t see it or smell it so you might not know itis in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow doesn t collect there Open a wi...

Page 196: ...or a manual transmission in FIRST 1 3 Firmly attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle Do not tow the vehicle by the rear bumper bar Refer to the hitch manufacturer s instructions 4 Place the transfer case shiftlever in NEUTRAL N Recreational vehicle towing is not recommended for vehicles with the optional electronic shift transfer case or all wheel drive because the transfer cases have no...

Page 197: ...cationflirelabel also tells you me maxin laih weights for the front and rear axles called Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR Tofind out the actual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axle We...

Page 198: ...e like suitcases tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop orturn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going Things you put inside yourvehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash 0 Put thingsin the cargo areaof your vehicle Never stack heavier things like suitcases Try to spread the weight evenly inside the v...

Page 199: ... put a limit on how many people you carry inside your vehicle Be sure toweigh your vehicle before you buy and install the new equipment I NOTICE IYour warranty doesn t cover parts or components that fail because of overloading Towing a Trailer I If you don t use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control whenyou pull a trailer For example if the traileris too heavy the brakes ma...

Page 200: ...ngers So please read this section carefully before you pull a trailer If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here are some important points 0 0 0 0 There are many different laws including speed limit restrictions having to do with trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you ll be driving A good source for this information can be state orprovincial p...

Page 201: ...e road grades outside temperature and howmuch your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important And it can also depend on any special equipment that youhave on your vehicle The following chart shows how much your trailer can weigh based upon your vehicle model and options Vehicle 2 Wheel Drive Auto Trans 2 Wheel Drive Manual Trans 4 Wheel Drive Auto Trans 4 Wheel Drive Manual Trans AxleRati...

Page 202: ...t and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you will tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity A B If you re using a weight carrying hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10percent of the total loaded trailer weight ...

Page 203: ...portant for proper vehicle loading and good handling when you re driving Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you do then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle see Carbon Monoxide in the Index Dirt and water can too Safety Chain...

Page 204: ...he master cylinder that sends fluid to the rear brakes But don t usecopper tubing for this If you do it will bend and finally break off Use steel brake tubing i If you have a rear most window open and you pull a trailer with your vehicle carbon monoxide CO could come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness or death See Engine Exhaust in the Index To maximize your s...

Page 205: ...s lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns P...

Page 206: ... the optional trailering package included in The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change Properly hooked up the trailer lamps will also flask telling other drivers you re about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the green arrows or your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you m...

Page 207: ... P or the manual transmission out of gear and the parking brake applied for a few minutes before turning the engine off If you do get the overheat warning see Engine Overheating in the Index You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if ...

Page 208: ...ur wheel drive with a manual transfer case shift lever and your transfer case is in NEUTRAL N your vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift leveris in PARK P So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL N When You Are Readyto Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you 0 Start your englne 0 Shift into agear and Release the pa...

Page 209: ...our door vehicles The heavy duty trailer wiring has a 30 amp feed wire with an inline fuse located by thejunction block See Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index Both harnesses have no connector and should be wired by a qualified electrical technician The technician can use the following color code chart when connecting the wiring harness to your trailer 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 DARK BLUE Use for electri...

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Page 212: ...et police know you have a rear turn signal lamps will flash Press the button on top of the steering column all the way down to make your front and rear turn signal lamtx flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no ma ter what position your key is in and even if the ke isn t in To turn off the flashers press the button u til the first click and release P 4 5 1 1 ...

Page 213: ...ourvehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty Do not try to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it This could damage yourvehicle even if you have a manual transmission And if you have an automatic transmission it won t start thatway Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enoughele...

Page 214: ...ransfer case shiftlever be sure the transfer case is not in NEUTRAL N 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessoriesplugged into the cigarette lighter or accessory power outlets if you have this option Turn off all lamps that aren t needed as well as radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries In addition it could save your radio I NOTICE If you leave your r...

Page 215: ...don t explosive gas couldbe present Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Don t get it onyou If you accidentally get itin your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 5 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some bas...

Page 216: ...ted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Attachthe cable atleast 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection isjust as good there but the chance of sparks L getting back to the battery is much less 8 Now connect theblack negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal 10 Now start the vehicle with the go...

Page 217: ...t it probably needs service 12 Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting Take care that they don t touch each other or any other metal Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engines are running A I B A Heavy Metal Engine Part B Good Battery C DeadBattery 5 6 ...

Page 218: ...and year of your vehicle 0 Whether you can move the shift lever for the transmission and shift the transfer case if you have one If there was an accident what was damaged When the towing service arrives let the tow operator know that this manual contains thesetowing instructions The operatormay want to seethem I To help avoid injury to you or others 0 Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is...

Page 219: ... being towed have the ignition key turned to the OFF position The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing service Do not use the vehicle s steering column lock for this The transmission should be in NEUTRAL N and the transfer case if you have one should be in 2HI The parking brake should be released Don t have your vehicle towed on t...

Page 220: ...d for car carrierequipr safety chains andwheel straps Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces c damage a vehicle Damagecan occur fr to ground or vehicle to wheel lift equip help avoid damage install a towing dol the vehicle until adequate clearanceis between the ground and or wheel lift e c Do not attach winch cablesor J hooks suspension componentswhen usingcal equipment Always use T hooks insertc T ...

Page 221: ...l ramping may be required for car carrier equipment Use safety chainsand wheel straps Towing a vehicle over rough surfacescould damage avehicle Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel lift equipment To help avoid damage install a towing dolly and raise the vehicle until adequate clearance is obtained between the ground and orwheel lift equipment Do not attachwinch cables or J h...

Page 222: ...ne away from thevehicle until it cools down Waituntil there is no signof steam or coolant before opening thehood If youkeep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others couldbe badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your veh...

Page 223: ...EUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE or DRIVE D for automatic transmissions If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10minutes If the warning doesn tcome back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s still no sign of steam push the ac...

Page 224: ...ne Fan If your vehiclehas air conditioning the auxiliary electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down 5 13 ...

Page 225: ...the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leakfixed before you drive thevehicle I i I NOTICE rEngine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by 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...

Page 226: ...stem can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mix will Your vehicle scoolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mix With plain water or the wrong mix your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mix of clean water andDEX COOLTM ant...

Page 227: ...ou can add the proper coolant mix directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system canbIow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out CAUTION Continued U at high speed Neverturn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pres...

Page 228: ...d upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don tpress down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap 5 17 ...

Page 229: ...e radiator with the proper mix up to the base of the filler neck 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the ADD mark 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off 5 18 ...

Page 230: ...radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mix through the fillerneck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pressure cap At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap Be surethe arrows on the pressure capline up like this 5 19 ...

Page 231: ...nusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a dragthat pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and gr...

Page 232: ... 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put an automatic transmission shift leverin PARK P or shift a manual transmission to FIRST 1 or REVERSE R 3 If you have a four wheel drivevehicle with a manual transfer case shift lever be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not inNEUTRAL N CAUTION Continued 4 Turn off the engine 5 Put thewheel blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the ...

Page 233: ...nd the latch on the top of the cover Remove I the wheel blocks jack and The following instructions explain how to remove the spare tire depending on where it is mounted on your vehicle I NOTICE Never removeor restow a tire frodto a stowage position under the vehicle while the vehicle is supportedby ajack Always tighten the tire fully againstthe undersideof the vehicle when restowing To remove the ...

Page 234: ...vehicledamage do not drive the vehicle before thecable is restored Insert the key and pull If you have an inside mounted spare tire the tire must the lock case straight off be removed in order to have access to the jack storage It is not necessary to turn To remove an inside mounted spare tire reach into your tire s cover and unscrew the wing nut at the center of the wheel Remove it and the retain...

Page 235: ...removal tool If YOLIhave individual wheel nut caps that cover each nut they must be removed in order to get to the wheel nuts Use the socket end of the wheel wrench to remove the wheel nut caps Your wheel nut caps may attach your hub cap to the wheel Remove these wheel nut caps before you take off the hub cap 5 24 ...

Page 236: ...rt Remove the hub cap If you have an aluminum or plastic molded hub cap pry it off with the chisel end of your wheel wrench Some of the molded plastic hub caps have imitation wheel nuts molded into them Thewheel wrench won t fit these imitation nuts so don t try to remove them with the socket end of the wheel wrench 1 Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 2 Turn th...

Page 237: ...cked up is dangerous If the vehicle slipsoff the jack you could be badly injuredor killed Never getunder a vehicle whenit is supported only by a jack NOTICE Raising yourvehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage thevehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack Be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising yourvehicle 5 26 ...

Page 238: ... from the w eel bolts mounting ts rfaces and spare wheel 1 CAUTION I Rust or dirton the wheel or on thepa rts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become looseafter a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident Whenyou wheel removeany rust or dirt from where the wheel attaches to the emergency youcan use a cloth to dothis but be sure touse a brush later if you need to to get all...

Page 239: ...If a nut can t be turned by hand use the wheel wrench and see your dealer as soon as possible 5 28 ...

Page 240: ...sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 95 lb ft 130 Nam I NOTICE Improperly tightenedwheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten thewheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the p...

Page 241: ...lve Stem Pointed Down C Spare Tire D Spring E Wheel Wrench E Lower G Raise H Hoist Arm 1 Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down and to the rear 2 Pull the retainer through the wheel 3 Put the chisel end of the wheel wrench on an angle through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft Turn the wheel wrench clockwise until the tire is raised...

Page 242: ...s diagram for the rear mounted sbare A Wheel Carrier B Spare Tire I C Wheel Nut and Locking Nut Cylinder Reinstall the locking wheel nut using the Then push the lock case onto the lug nut The key does not have to be inserted the lock case to be sure it is secured and lock case is not intended to be wheel only on the spare wheel to 22 to 32 lb ft 30 to 40 N m 1 5 31 ...

Page 243: ...ace the jackcover A Retainer B Rubber Band Some Models C Work Gloves D Mat E Jack Storage Cover E Wheel Blocks G Hub Cap Removal H Wheel Wrench I Jack J Jacking Instructions Tool Some Models Make sure the t and carrierare secure Driving with the tire or carrier unlatched could injure pedestriansor damage the vehicle 5 32 ...

Page 244: ...nsmissionor other partsof the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you re stuck spin thewheels as little as possible Don t spin the wheels above 35 mph 55 km h as shown on the speedometer NOTICE Spinning yourwheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires If you spin thewheels too fastwhile shifting your transmission back and forth you...

Page 245: ...you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is ingear If that doesn t get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out Or you can use your recovery hooks if your vehicle has them If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Using the Recovery Hooks Your vehicle may be equipped with recovery hooks The recovery hooks are provided at the...

Page 246: ...raight out Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle The hooks could breakoff and you or otherscould be injured from the chain or cable snapping back I NOTICE Never use the recovery hooks to tow the vehicle Your vehicle could bedamaged andit would not be covered by warranty 5 35 ...

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Page 248: ...levels There is also technical information aboutyour vehicle and a part devoted to its appearance care Service Your GM dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it We hope you ll go to your dealer for all your service needs You ll get genuine GM parts and GM trained and supported service people We hope you ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of thes...

Page 249: ...dex You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record in the Index I h CAUTION I You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do servicework ona vehicle without knowing enoughabout it Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experience and the proper replacement parts andtools beforeyou attem...

Page 250: ...ne fuelto get rid of pinging It s the heavy constant knock that means you have a problem IIyour vehicle is certified to meet Califol Standards indicated on the underhood tu1 is designed to operateon fuels that meet specifications If such fuels are not availa adopting California emissions standards will operate satisfactorily on fuels meetin specifications but emission control syste may be afXected...

Page 251: ...parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty Fuels in Foreig Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may be hard to find Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn...

Page 252: ...e To take off the cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise Gasoline vaporis highly flammable It burns violently and that cancause very bad injuries Don t smoke if you renear gasoline or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline 6 5 ...

Page 253: ...urfaces 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 at least three clicks Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index NO...

Page 254: ...od release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood You may have a lamp that comes on when you lift the hood Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like gasoline oil coolant brakefluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things thatw...

Page 255: ...e hood you ll see these items A Transmission Dipstick B Engine Oil Fill C Brake Master Cylinder D Coolant Recovery Tank E Engine Oil Dipstick F Power Steering Reservoir G Battery H Air Cleaner I Windshield Washer Fluid ...

Page 256: ... In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be onlevel ground The oil dipstick is a yellow ring Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level Checking EngineOil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a pader towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Re ove ita...

Page 257: ...Petroleum Institute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol Just fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you re through If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the Starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your e...

Page 258: ...u can use S A E lOW to be 0 F 18 C or above These numbel container show its viscosity or thickness 1 other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 NOTICE Use only engine oil with the American Institute Certified For Gasoline Engin Starburst symbol Failure to use tht recommended oil can result in engine covered by your warranty GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requir your vehicle Engine Oil Additives Don ...

Page 259: ...gine oil to break down slower Remote Oil Filter Four wheel Drive The access door for the remote oil filter is in the steering linkage shield assembly located under the radiator support Twist the screw to unlock or lock the door What to Do with Used Oil Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let used oil stay...

Page 260: ... Services in the Index Operating the engine with the air cleaner off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner off I NOTICE If the air cleaner is off a backfire can cause a damaging...

Page 261: ...ck Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at your GM dealer Service Department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false readingon the dipstick NOTICE Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust sys...

Page 262: ... more If it s colder than 50 F lO C you may have to idle the engine longer Should the fluid level be low during a cold check you must perform a hot check before adding fluid Thiswill give you a more accurate reading of the fluid level Checking 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 fo...

Page 263: ...nd you use only fluid labeled DEXRON 111 because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transmission Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON I11 is Check both sides of the dipstick and read thelower level The fluid level must bein the COLD area for a After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as cold check or in the HOT areaor cross hatched area described under How to Check f...

Page 264: ...ansmission Too much can mean that some of the fluid could comeout and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts startinga fire Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transmission fluid Check the fluid level only when y u t engine is off the vehicle is parked on a level place and the transmission is cool enough for you to rest your fingers on the transmission case Then follow t...

Page 265: ...lutch system in your vehicle is self adjusting A slight amount of play 1 4 inch to 1 2 inch or 6 mm to 12 mm in the pedal is normal It isn t a good idea to top off your clutch fluid Adding fluid won t correct a leak A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired When to Check and Whatto Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule Owners Checks and Services to...

Page 266: ... Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determinehow often to check the lubricant and when to change it See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index 3ow 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 to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole 6 19 ...

Page 267: ...drive vehicles However they have two additional systems that need lubrication Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant See Periodic Maintenance Inspections in the Index How to Check Lubricant T If the level is belowthe bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level...

Page 268: ...etermine how often tocheck the lubricant and when to change it See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index If the level isbelow the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant If the differential is atoperating temperature warm add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole If the differential is cold add enough lubricant to raise the level t...

Page 269: ...rs first The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating in the Index A 50 50 mixture of water and the proper coolant for your vehicle will 0 Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C 0 Give boiling prot ectionup to 265O F 129 C NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use DEX COOL TM ...

Page 270: ...he proper coolant mix With plain water or the wrong mix your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mix of clean waterand DEX COOL orange colored silicate free antifreeze NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mix your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered ...

Page 271: ...gine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engineand radiatorare hot Add coolant mix at the recovery tank but becareful not to spill it You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coola...

Page 272: ...d possible engine damage from overheating Be sure the arrowson the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system Thethermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature 6 25 ...

Page 273: ...oss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired If necessary add only enough fluid tobring the level up to the proper range What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Wi...

Page 274: ...h ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other partsof the washersystem Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only 3 4 full when it s very cold This allows for expansion which could damage the tank if it is completely full Don t useradiator antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your ...

Page 275: ...on t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top oft your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system If you have too much brake fluid it can spill on the engine Th...

Page 276: ...o Supreme 11 reservoir cap before removing it I You can checkthe brake fluidwithout taking off the cap Just lookat the windows on the brake fluid reservoir The fluid levels should be above MIN If they aren t have your brake system checked to see if there is a leak With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work we1 or they may not even workat all This could cause a 1 Icr...

Page 277: ...ately See Appearance Care in the Index uid Brake Wear Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound may comeand go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushingon the brake pedalfirrnly The brake wear warning sou...

Page 278: ...is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Adjustment Every time you make a brake stop your disc brakes adjust for wear If your brake pedal goes down farther than normal your rear drum brakes may need adjustment Adjust them by backing up and firmly applying the brakes a few times Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex Its...

Page 279: ...epare your vehicle for longer storage periods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index Bulb Replacement Before you replace any bulbs be sure that all the lamps are off and the engine isn t running See Replacement Bulbs in the Index Halogen Bulbs Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that canexplode You can be badly hurt if you aren t careful See Jump Starting in ...

Page 280: ...he screws from the headlamp retainer 2 Pull the headlamp out and remove the retainer 3 Unplug and remove the headlamp 4 Plug in the new headlamp and put it in place 5 Put the retainer on the headlamp and install and tighten the screws 6 33 ...

Page 281: ...ove the black protective caps from the removal pins at the top of the radiator support Use a hex socket to LlnSCreW the pins 3 Pullthe headlamp lens assembly out Some vehicles may have side by side bulbs I Unplug the electrical connector 6 34 ...

Page 282: ...Signal Lamps If you have fog lamps the fog lamp bracket must be removed before you can replacethe front turn signal lamps I 1 Reach under the bumper and behind the turn signal lamp assembly 2 Turn the socket counterclockwiseand pull it out 3 Holding the base of the bulb pull the bulbstraight out of the socket 1 4 Push the new bulb intothe socket unti it clicks 5 Put the socket back into the turn s...

Page 283: ...one quarter turn clockwise Install the sidemarker lens to the radiator grille Insert the tabs into the locators Install and tighten the screws Taillamps I Open the endgate 2 Remove the two screws from the lamp assembly 3 Pull the assembly away from the fender 4 Turn the socket counterclockwise to remove it Push the tab in while you turn the socket counterclockwise 5 Holding the base of the bulb pu...

Page 284: ...embly Install and tighten the screws Connect the ground wire Connect the electrical connector to the lamp assembly Front Reading Lamps 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Use a coin or small screwdriver to unsc center of the overhead console lamp ler pressing inan the lamp assembly Remove the lamp assembly from the cc Remove the bulb assembly from the lar Pull the bulb straight out of the base Put anew bulb into theb...

Page 285: ...under the side of the vanity assembly frame Rotate the lens downward Snap the lens into the frame Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement See Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index for the proper type of replacement blade I NOTICE Use care when removing or installing a blade assembly Accidental bumping can cause the arm to fall back and strike the windshield 1 To remove the old wiper blades ...

Page 286: ...from the blade assembly The insert has two notches at one end that are locked by bottom claws of the blade assembly At the notched end pull the insert from the blade assembly A 4 To install the new wiper insert slide the insert D notched end last into the end with two blade claws A Slidethe insert all the way through the blade claws at the opposite end B Plastic caps C will be forced off as the in...

Page 287: ...ade assembly onto the windshield Backglass Wiper Blade Replacement See Windshield WiperBlade Replacement in this section for instructions on howto change the backglass wiper blade The backglass wiper blade will not lock in a vertical position like the windshield wiper blade so care should be used when pullingit away fromthe vehicle Tires We don t make tires Your new vehicle comes with high quality...

Page 288: ...impact such as when you hit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Worn old tires can cause accidents If your tread is badly worn or if your tires have been damaged replace them Inflation Tire Pressure The Certificationnirelabel which is on the driver s door edge above the door latch shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been s...

Page 289: ...flated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they re underinflated Be sure to put the valve caps backon the valve stems They help prevent leaksby keeping outdirt and moisture Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be inspected every 6 000to 8 000 miles 10000 to 13000 km for any signs of unusual wear If unusual wear is present rotate your tires as soon as po...

Page 290: ...s as shown on theCertificationnire label Make certain thatall wheel nuts are properly tightened See WheelNut Torque in the Index Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts becomeloose after atime The wheel could comeoff and cause an accident Whenyou change awheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you...

Page 291: ...n of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the CertificatiodTire label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires get ones with that same TPC Spec number That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give prope...

Page 292: ...mited production tires While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary withrespect to these grades they must also conform to Federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadweargrade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tirewhen tested under controlled conditions on a specifie...

Page 293: ...tire is established for atire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance In most cases ...

Page 294: ... and chassis A CAUTION 1 See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index fol more information Using the wrong replacementwheels wheelbolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous Used Replacement Wheels It could affectthe braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make you I lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could beinjured Always usethe correct whe...

Page 295: ...etighten them If the contact continues slow down until it stops Driving too fast or spinning thewheels withchains onwill damage your vehicle Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space When you use anything from acontainer to clea...

Page 296: ...ten A soft brush may be 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 0 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 brush the area to remove any loose dirt Always clean a whole trim panel or section Mask surroun...

Page 297: ... this protection you still need to clean your upholstery and carpet often to keep it looking new Further information on cleaning is available by calling 1 800 433 3296 in Minnesota 1 800 642 6 167 Special Cleaning Problems Greasy or Oily Stains Stains caused by grease oil butter margarine shoe polish coffee with cream chewing gum cosmetic creams vegetable oils wax crayon tar and asphalt can be rem...

Page 298: ...e tar asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don t getthem off quickly Use a clean clothand a GM Vinyl Leather Cleaner or equivalentproduct Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap 0 0 0 For stubborn stains use a GM VinyVLeatherCleaner or equivalentproduct Never use oils varnishes solvent based or abrasive cleaners furniturepolish or shoe polish on le...

Page 299: ...efogger grid Cleaning the Outsideof the Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using thewindshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon Ami Powder GM Part No 105001I The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse i...

Page 300: ... High pressure carwashes may cause water to enter your vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue 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 basecoat clearcoat paint finish The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the col...

Page 301: ...of wax rubbed to highpolish is recommended for all bright metal parts Aluminum Wheels If So Equipped Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water Rinse with clean water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals abrasive poli...

Page 302: ...n rust can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debriscan collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer oran underbody vehicle washing syste...

Page 303: ...h I Removes rust and corrosion I I 1050174 I 16 oz 0 473 L I White Sidewall Tire Cleaner I Removes soil and black marks I I 12345002 I 16 oz 0 473 L I Armor All TM Cleaner Cleans vinyl leather and rubber I 12345725 I 12 oz 0 354 L I Silicone Tire Shine Shines tires See your General Motors Parts Department for these products Not recommended for pigskin suede leather See Fluids and Lubricants in the...

Page 304: ...ful if you ever need to orderparts On this label is This is the legal identifier foryour vehicle It appears on a plate in the front cornerof the instrument panel on the driver s side You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration your VIN the model ...

Page 305: ...appens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some electrical problem be sure to get it fixed Your vehicle has anair bag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle...

Page 306: ... and rating If you ever have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can Instrument Panel Fuse Block I The fuse block is at the driver s end of the instrument panel ...

Page 307: ...or Liftglass Release Motor Illuminated Entry Module Parking Lamps License Plate Lamps Electric Shift Transfer Case Module Underhood Lamp Rear Wiper Ashtray Lamp Door Switch Lamp Alternator Field A C Compressor Relay Cluster Chime Module DRL RelayCoil Four Wheel Drive Indicator Lamp DRL Module Rear Defog Timer TransferCase Control Module Ignition SIR Redundant Ignition RKE Ignition Stoplamp FusdCir...

Page 308: ...RAC Anti Lock Braking System VCM IGN 3 Clock Radio Battery CD Player A C Compressor Battery Feed FuseKircuit Usage Breaker 15 16 17 19 20 21 22 24 Daytime Running Lamps Fog Lamps Fog Lamp Relay Turn Signals and Back up Lamps Brake Transmission Shift Interlock Solenoid Windshield Washer Windshield Wiper Motor Electric Shift Transfer Case Crank Signal Air Bag System Cluster Illumination Radio Illumi...

Page 309: ...amps Composite Low Beam Halogen Headlamps Composite High Beam Tail and Stoplamps Front Sidemarker Lamps Turn Signal Lamps Underhood Lamp Visor Vanity Mirror Lamps Overhead Console Reading Lamps Quantity 2 2 2 Number 2E1 9006 HB4 9005 HB3 3057 194 3157 NA 93 74 194 6 62 ...

Page 310: ...arts Replacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest information available at the time of printing and are subject to change If a part listed in this manual is not the same as the part used in your vehicle when it was built or if you have any questions please contact your GM truck dealer Thermostat 12551472 Oil Filter PF52 Air Cleaner Filter A 1163C PCV Vdve CV746C Automati...

Page 311: ...e same If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant be sure the proper refrigerant is used If you re not sure ask your GM dealer Vehicle Dimensions Wheelbase S T10516 100 5 inches 255 3 cm ST10506 107 0inches 271 8 cm Length S10516 175 0 inches 444 5 cm T10516 175 4inches 445 5 cm S T10506 181 5 inches 461 0cm Height S10516 66 0 inches 167 6cm T10516 66 9 inches 170 0cm S10506 ...

Page 312: ...Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance procedures are important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help pro...

Page 313: ...Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked whenever you stop for fuel It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your GM dealer s service department or another qualified service center should perform Part D Recommend...

Page 314: ...s you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer foryour service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service peoplewill perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone el...

Page 315: ...gine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or 3 months whichever occurs first Drive Axle Service or3 months whichever occursfirst At 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Then Every 12 000 Miles 20 000 km Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Air Cleaner Filter Inspection if driving in dusty conditions Front Wheel Bearing Repack 2WD only or at each brake relining whiche...

Page 316: ...0 km Tire Rotation Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Fuel Filter Replacement Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Front Wheel Bearing Repack 2WD only orat each brake relining whichever occLlrs first Transmission Service severe conditions only Drive Belt Inspection Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Every 100 000Miles 166 000 km Cooling System Service or every 60 months whichever occursfirst Spark Plug Wire I...

Page 317: ... life We however urge that allrecommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Drive axle service 0 0 0 Locking Differential Drain fluid and refill at first engine oil change Atsubsequent oil changes check fluid level and add fluid as needed If driving in dusty areas or towing a trailer drain fluid and refill every 15 000miles 25 000 km Stand...

Page 318: ...ry 3 months whichever occurs first 0Check readfront axlefluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for Ieaking j I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE ISERVICED BWl 6 000 Miles 10 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emissiorz C m t d sewice 0Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage and transfer case shift link...

Page 319: ... ACTUAL MILEAGE 9 000 Miles 15000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first AHEmission Control Service 0Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universal joints brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs at every oil change or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0Che...

Page 320: ...heck readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for 15 000Miles 25 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first AIIE II FS OU Control Service 0Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universal joints brake pedal spri...

Page 321: ...r at each brake relining whichever occurs first DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 7 10 18 000 Miles 30 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first Arz Emissim Control Service 0Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universaljoints brake pedal springs and clutch pedal s...

Page 322: ...al for proper caliper service procedures 21 000 Miles 35 000 km Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emissicm Control Service 0Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universal joints brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs at every oil change or every 3 months w...

Page 323: ...and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 27 000 Miles 45 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first AI Emissiolz Control Service 0Lubricate the frontsuspension ball joints steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universaljoints brake ped...

Page 324: ... axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 0For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first 0Replace fuel filter 0Replace air cleaner filter 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information During tir...

Page 325: ...xlefluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE ISERVICED BY 36 000 Miles 60 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage and transfercase shift linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines univers...

Page 326: ...revery 3 months whichever occurs first Check readfront axle fluidlevel and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 42 000 Miles 70 000 km 0Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first AHEmission Control Ser ice 0Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage p...

Page 327: ... GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICEDBY 45 000 Miles 75 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universaljoints brake pedal springs and clutch p...

Page 328: ... MILEAGE 48 000 Miles 80000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Ser ic e Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universaljoints brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs at every oil change or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0Check read...

Page 329: ...y traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service Ifyou do not 11se your vehicle under any o f these conditions thefluid anclfilter lonot require chnnging Manual transmission fluid doesn t require change DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICEDB Y 7 18 ...

Page 330: ...y 3 months whichever occurs first 17Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid asneeded Check constantvelocity joints and axle seals for leaking I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE ISERVICED BY I 54 000 Miles 90 000 km C lChange engine oil and filter or 3 months whichever occurs firs 0Lubricate the frontsuspension steering linkage and transfer ca linkage parking brake cable gu propshaft splines universal ...

Page 331: ... for proper caliper serviceprocedures ACTUAL MILEAGE 1 1 SERVICED BY I I 57 000 Miles 95000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universaljoints brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs at ever...

Page 332: ...hs whichever occurs first c Check readfront axlefluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking k I7For Two WheeLDrive vehicles only Clean and repack thefront wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first 0Inspect engine accessory drive belt 0Replace fuel filter 0Replace air cleaner filter 0Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage o...

Page 333: ...at every oil change or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 66 000 Miles 110 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking...

Page 334: ... for proper caliper service procedures 69 000 Miles 115 000 km 0Change engine oiE and filter orevery 3 months whichever occurs first AI Emission Coratrol Servic u 0Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universaljoints brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs at every oil change or every 3 months ...

Page 335: ...uspension ball joints steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cableguides propshaft splines universaljoints brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs at every oil change or every 3 months whichever comes first 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid asneeded Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICEDB Y ...

Page 336: ...brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs at every oil change or every 3 months whichever occurs first 17For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first 0Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emissior r C o m d Service 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add ...

Page 337: ...ke pedal springs and clutch pedal springs at every oil change or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information During tire rotation check brake calipers for freedom of movement ...

Page 338: ...ront axle fluidlevel and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 84 000 Miles 140 000 km 17Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Corztrol Service 0Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universal joints brake pedal spring...

Page 339: ...city joints and axle seals for leaking DATE SERVICED B Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 90 000 Miles 150 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission CorltrolService 0Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage and transfercase shift linkage parking brakecable guides propshaft splines universal joints brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs at ever...

Page 340: ...ement Refer to the appropriateGM service manual for proper caliper service procedures DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 93 000 Miles 155000 kmp 0Change engine oiland filter 0 3 months whichever occurs fi An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the front suspensio steering linkage and transfer linkage parlung brake cable propshaft splines universal j pedal springs and clutch ped every oil change or ev...

Page 341: ...vel and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 99 000 Miles 165000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first AITEtnissim Col ttd Service 0Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universal joints brake...

Page 342: ... 0Inspect spark plug wires 0Replace spark plugs 0Change automatictransmission fluid and AHEwission Control Service An Enlission Control Service filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in ...

Page 343: ...ever urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded b i Drive axle service 0 0 0 Locking Differential Drain fluid and refill at first engine oil change At subsequent oil changes check fluid level and addfluid as needed If driving in dusty areas or towing a trailer drain fluid and refill every 15 000miles 25 000 km Standard Dif...

Page 344: ...ke pedal springs and clutch pedal springs at every oil change or every 12 months whichever occurs first 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking ElRotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information During tire rotation check brake calipers for freedom of movemen...

Page 345: ... every 12 months whichever occurs first 0Check readfront axlefluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking l k 22 500 Miles 37500 km 0Change engine oil and filter or ever 12 months whichever occurs first AI Eluissioll Control Service 0Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guide...

Page 346: ...r proper caliper service procedures DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 30 000 Miles 50 000 km 0Change engineoil and filter or every I2 months whichever occurs first An Emis sion Control Ser icr 0Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universal joints brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs at every ...

Page 347: ...ssion Control Service I DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 37 500 Miles 62 500 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universaljoints brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springsat every oil change or ...

Page 348: ...aliper service procedures DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 45 000 Miles 75 000 km 0Change engineoil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkageand transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universaljoints brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs at every oil change or ...

Page 349: ...the vehicle is mainly driven under one ormore of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service DATE SERVICED B Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 7 38 ...

Page 350: ... springs and clutch pedal springs at every oil change or every 12months whichever occurs first 0Check readfront axle fluid level fluid as needed Check Constant joints and axle seals for leaking 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspectio Rotation in the Index for prope pattern and additional informatic tire rotation cheek brake caliper freedom of movement Refer to appropriate GM service manual caliper servic...

Page 351: ... occurs first 0Check readfront axlefluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 0For Two Wheel Drivevehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first 0Inspect engine accessory drive belt 0Replace fuel filter 0Replace air cleaner filter An Emission ControlService 0Inspect fuel tank cap and lines ...

Page 352: ...rake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs at every oil change or every 12 months whichever occurs first 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information During tire rotation check brake calipers for freedom of moveme...

Page 353: ... or every 12 months whichever occurs first 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 82 500 Miles 137 500 km 0Change engine oil and filter orevery 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Senlice 0Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guide...

Page 354: ... procedures I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE ISERVICED B Y I 90 000 Miles 150 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first AI Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universal joints brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs at every oil change or e...

Page 355: ...ssion ControlService DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 97 500 Miles 162 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universaljoints brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs at every oil change or e...

Page 356: ... to the appropriate GM service manual for proper caliper service procedures DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE ISERVICED BY I 100 000 Miles 166 000 km 0Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An ...

Page 357: ...ure regularly reaches 90O F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under m y cf these conditions the fZuic1mulfilter do not require clzanging Manual transmission fluid doesn t require change 0Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation Pcv valve An Emission Control Service 7 4...

Page 358: ...See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolantlevel and add the proper coolant mix if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer FluidLevel Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshield Washer Fluid in the Index for furtherdeta...

Page 359: ...Automatic Transmission Check Check the transmission fluid level add if needed See Automatic Transmission in the Index A fluid loss may indicate a problem Check the system and repair if needed Hydraulic Clutch System Check Check the fluid level in the clutch reservoir See Hydraulic Clutch Fluid in the Index A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired ...

Page 360: ...hicles put the shift lever in NEUTRAL N push the clutch down halfway and try to start the engine The startershould work only when the clutch is pushed down all the way to the floor If the starter works when the clutch isn t pushed all the way down your vehicle needs service When you aredoing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does youor others could be injured Follow the steps below ...

Page 361: ... Automatic Transmission PARF P MecP m Check L When you are doing this check your vehicle could begin tomove You or others could be iqjured and property could be damaged Make sure thereis room in frontof your vehicle in case it begins toroll Be ready to apply the regular brake atonce should thevehicle beginto move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the...

Page 362: ...oses forproper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections orother conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust in th...

Page 363: ...rvals check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary Check vent hose attransfer case forkinks and proper installation More frequent lubrication may be required on off road use Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Als...

Page 364: ...ilicate free antifreeze conforming to GM Specification 6277M See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE coo1ant Supplement Sealer Hydraulic Brake System Hydraulic Clutch System Parking Brake Cable Guides Power Steering System Manual Transmission FLUIDLUBRICANT GM Part No 3634621 or equivalent with a complete flush and refill Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid GM Part No 1052535 or equivalent DOT 3 brake flui...

Page 365: ... Part No 1052271 or SAE 8OW 90 GL 5 Gear Lubricant DEXRON 111Autom ic Transmission Fluid USAGE Windshield Washer Solvent Transfer Case Shift Lever Propeller Shaft Slip Splinesand Universal Joints Clutch Pushrod to Clutch Fork Joint Constant Velocity Universal Joint FLUID LUBRICANT GM Optikleen Washer Solvent GM PartNo I OS 1515 or equivalent Chassis lubricant GM Part No 1052497or equivalent or lub...

Page 366: ...lent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB Multi purpose lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579 or equivalent USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Weatherstrip Superlube GM Part Squeaks Multi purpose lubricant No 12346241 or equivalent Gas Line Gas Line De Tcer GM Part No 1051516 See Replacement Parts in the Index for ...

Page 367: ...ed after themaintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to storethem Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED SERVICED BY READING 7 56 ...

Page 368: ...Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED SERVICED BY READING 7 57 ...

Page 369: ...Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 370: ...tion includes information on e e e e 0 e e The Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users Roadside Assistance Courtesy Transportation BBB Auto Line Alternative Dispute Resolution Program Reporting Safety Defects Service and Owner Publications Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and GMC Truck Normally any ...

Page 371: ...ting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the GMC Truck Consumer Relations Manager by calling 1 800 GMC TRUCK 1 800 462 8782 Customer Assistance prompt In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Assistance Center in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French For help outside of the United Sta...

Page 372: ...to GMC Truck Customer Assistance 31 E Judson Street 1607 04 Pontiac MI 48342 2230 Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for addressesof Canadian and GM Overseas offices When contacting GMC Truck please remember that your concern will likely be resolved in the dealership using the dealer s facilities equipment and personnel That is why we suggest you followStep One first i...

Page 373: ...livery Delivery of enough fuel forthe customer to get to the nearest service station up to 4 00 will be covered Jump Start No start situations which require a battery jump start willbe covered at no charge Lock Out Replacement keys or locksmith service will be covered at no charge if you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle Delivery of the replacement key will be covered at no charge within ...

Page 374: ...800 GMC TRUCK 1 800 462 8782 Roadside Assistance prompt to reach a qualifiedrepresentative who can assist you Your Roadside Assistance representative will ask for the following information when your call is received 0 Vehicle Identification Number VIN Nameand home address Telephone number and location from which you are calling Location license plate number and color of your GMCtruck 0 Mileage of ...

Page 375: ...night warranty repairs upto a five day maximum or up to a 30 allowancefor a rental vehicle cab bus or other transportation in lieu of a loaner Bringingvehicles in late in the day forservice on the next day clues not constitute overnightrepairs Gas allowance of up to 10 a day for rides provided by another person i e friend neighbor etc in lieu of rental for overnight warranty repair up to five day ...

Page 376: ...MC Truck and your GMC Truck dealer are committed to making sure you 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 Satisfaction Procedure described earlier in this section is very successful There may be instances where an impartial third party can assist in arriving at a ...

Page 377: ...require you to use this program before filing a claim with a state run arbitration program or in the courts For further information contact the BBB at 1 800 955 5 100or the GMC Truck Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 GMC TRUCK 1 800 462 8782 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crashor could cause injury or dea...

Page 378: ... notify us Please call us at 1 800 GMC TRUCK 1 800 462 8782 or write GMC Truck Consumer Relations 31 E Judson Street 1607 04 Pontiac MI 48342 2230 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service and Owner Publications Service manuals service bulletin...

Page 379: ...rm better service Service bulletins may involve any number of vehicles Some will describe inexpensive service others will describe e xpensiveservice Some will advise of new or unexpected conditions and others may help avoid future costly repairs Service bulletins are meant for qualified technicians In some cases bulletins refer to service manuals specialized tools equipment and safety procedures n...

Page 380: ...inum Wheels Cleaning 6 54 Antenna Fixed 3 18 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 2 68 4 6 AppearanceCare 6 48 Materials 6 56 ArbitrationProgram 8 7 Armrest Storage 2 53 2 54 Ashtrays 2 58 AudioSystems 3 5 AutomaticOverdrive 2 18 Automatic Transmission Check 7 48 Fluid 6 14 Operation 2 16 Park MechanismCheck 7 50 Shifting 2 16 Starting Your Engine 2 13 Ft ont 6 21 Rear 6 19 Backglass Wipers BladeR...

Page 381: ...r 2 58 Cleaning Aluminum Whebls 6 54 Fabric 6 49 Glass 6 52 Inside of YourVehicle 6 49 InstrumentPanel 6 51 Leather 6 51 Outside of Your Vehicle 6 53 Stains 6 50 Tires 6 54 Vinyl 6 51 Weatherstrips 6 52 Wheels 6 54 Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades 6 52 ClimateControlSystem 3 1 Clock Setting 3 5 Clutch Hydraulic 6 18 ComfortControls 3 1 CompactDiscCare 3 18 Compact Disc Player 3 12 Control of ...

Page 382: ...Defensive 4 1 Drunken 4 2 Freeway 4 35 Guidelines 4 14 Hilland Mountain Roads 4 38 In a Blizzard 4 41 Defrosting s 3 4 In Foreign Countries 6 4 Night 4 29 0 ff Road 4 14 On Curves 4 8 Rainy Conditions 4 31 Snowy andIcy Conditions 4 40 Throughwater 4 33 WetRoads 4 31 Winter 4 39 With a Trailer 4 51 Driving On Grades While Towing a Trailer 4 53 Drunken Driving 4 2 asyEntry Seat 1 6 Electrical Equipm...

Page 383: ...on 2 I9 Four wheel Drive 2 21 6 20 French Language Manual 11 FrontAxle 6 21 Front Map Lamps 2 46 Front Reading Lamps 2 45 2 49 6 37 Front Sidemarker Lamp Bulb Replacement 6 36 Front Storage Area 2 53 2 54 FrontTowing 5 9 Front Turn Slgnal Lamp Bulb Replacement 6 35 Fuel 6 3 Filling YourTank 6 5 Foreign Countries 6 4 Gage 2 74 Fuses and Circuil Breakers 6 59 G a g e s Engine Coolant Temperature 2 6...

Page 384: ...ment 5 22 Jump Starting 5 2 K e v in the Ignition 2 10 Keyfess Entrysystem 2 1Key 2 13 Key Release Button 7 48 KeyLock Cylinders Service 2 5 Labels CertificationlTire 6 57 Vehicle IdentificationNumber 6 57 ServiceParts Identification 1 46Sa Belt 6 60 Fuse 4 44 Lamps 2 43 Dome 2 46 FrontMap 2 46 Front Reading 2 45 2 49 Interior 2 45 OnReminder A 2 44 Latches Seatback 4 1 5 Leaving Your Vehicle with...

Page 385: ...t Seat Manual Lumbar Support Manual Transmission Fluid 4 56 2 69 1 1 1 2 6 17 Shifting 2 19 Starting Your Engine 2 14 Methanol 6 4 Mirrors 2 47 Convex Outside 2 48 Inside Day Night Rearview 2 47 Outside ManualAdjust 2 47 Power Remote Control 2 47 Visorvanity 2 59 Model Reference vi Mountain Roads 4 38 Multifunction Lever 2 36 N e t Convenience 2 54 Neutral Automatic Transmission 2 17 Manual Transm...

Page 386: ...t 5 17 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 25 Radio Reception 3 16 Radios 3 5 Rain Driving i 4 31 Rear Axle 6 19 Safety Belt Comfort Guides 1 29 Seat Passengers 5 10 Towing 1 6 Seats 1 26 Door Security Locks 2 4 Window Defogger RecoveryTank Coolant 5 13 6 24 5 34 Recovery Hooks 6 64 7 53 RecommendedFluids and Lubricants 1 3 Reclining Front Seatbacks 2 47 Rearview Mirror 2 39 Window Washermiper 3 4 Recreationa...

Page 387: ...ssion 2 19 ServiceandAppearanceCare 6 1 ServiceandOwnerPublications 8 9 ServiceEngineSoon Light 2 69 Service Pats IdentificationLabel 6 57 Service Work Doing Your Own 6 2 Servicing Your AirBag Equipped Vehicle 1 23 Sheet Metal Damage 6 55 Shift Light 2 20 2 73 Shifting 2 16 2 19 Into Park 2 27 Out ofPark 2 30 Signaling Turns 2 36 Skidding 4 13 SpecificationsandCapacities 6 63 6 64 Speech Impaired ...

Page 388: ...railer 4 46 Driving on Grades 4 53 Driving with a Trailer 4 51 Maintenance When Towing 4 56 ParkingonHills 4 54 Safety Chains 4 50 Total Weight on Tires Turn Signals Towing RecreationalVehicle Towing YourVehicle Trailer Brakes Hitches TongueWeight Towing Weight WiringHarness TransferCase 4 50 4 53 4 43 5 7 4 51 4 50 4 49 4 46 4 48 4 56 6 20 7 Electronic 1 2 24 Manual 2 22 Automatic 6 14 Manual 6 1...

Page 389: ... WasherFluid Windshield 6 26 Washing You Vehicle 6 53 Weatherstrips 6 52 Wheel Alignment 6 46 WheelNutTorque 5 29 6 63 Wheel Replacement 6 46 Windows Express Down 2 34 LockoutSwitch 2 34 Manual 2 33 Power 2 33 Swing Out 2 35 WindshieldWasher i 2 38 Fluid 6 26 Fluid LevelCheck 7 47 WindshieldWiper 2 38 Blade Replacement 6 38 6 63 Fuses 6 58 Rear 2 39 Winter Driving 4 39 Wiring Headlamp 6 58 i Wreck...

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