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Summary of Contents for 1998 Envoy

Page 2: ...under different conditions Problems on the Road This section tells what to do if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or overheated engine etc Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use Customer A...

Page 3: ...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 S98I I A First Edition We support voluntary technician certification WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH NatlonalInstitutefor A U T O M O T I V E S E R V I C E E X C E L L E N C E For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Lan...

Page 4: ...urvehicle In this manual you ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly Index A good place to look for what you need is the Index in back of the manual It san alphabetical list of what 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 you a...

Page 5: ...ered 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 OI in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Damage Warnings Also in this book you will find these notices NOTICE L These mean...

Page 6: ... COULD FLAME EXPLODE BATTERY These symbols are important for you and your passenpel s whenever your vehicle is driven DOOR LOCK UNLOCK F A T E l l SEAT BELTS SIGNALS TURN RUNNING o DAYTIME LAMPS FOG LAMPS 0 WINDSHIELD WIPER WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER WINDOW DEFOGGER VENTILATING i F FAN COOLANT TEMP CHARGING I 1 BATTERY SYSTEM BRAKE a COOLANT a ENGINE OIL w PRESSURE ANTI LOCK BRAKES Here are some other s...

Page 7: ...Model Reference This manual covers this model Four Door Utility vi ...

Page 8: ...e Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Driver Position Safety Belt Use DuringPregnancy Right Front Passenger Position Supplemental InflatableRestraint SIR System Rear Seat Passengers 1 31 1 34 1 35 1 38 1 49 1 52 1 52 1 53 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides forChildren and Small Adults Center RearPassenger Position Children Child Rest...

Page 9: ... your body to make sure the seat is locked into place Horizontal Control Raise the front of the seat by raising the forward edge of the button Lower the front of the seat by lowering the forward edge of the button Move the seat forward by moving the whole button toward the front of the vehicle Raise the rear of the seat by raising the rear edgeof the button Lower the rear of the seat by lowering t...

Page 10: ...ll quickly heat the lower cushion and lower back of the driver and front passenger seats for added comfort This controlis located on the side of the seat facing the door Press the lower part of the switch to turn the heater on low Press the upper part of the switch to turn the heater on high Put the switch in the center position to turn the heater off The seatbelt must be latched to activate this ...

Page 11: ...passenger s 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 But don t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving 1 4 ...

Page 12: ...belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would bethere not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle isin motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the topof the restra...

Page 13: ...cked in the upright position If they haven t have them fixed immediately To return the head restraints to the upright position reach behind the seats and pull the head restraint up until it locks into position Push and pull on the head restraints to check that they have locked in the upright position If they haven t have them fixed immediately The rear seat head restraints are adjustable Push the ...

Page 14: ...u can hit thingsinside the vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Alwaysfasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too A CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ridein a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas aremore likely to be...

Page 15: ...s are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety BeltsWork When y...

Page 16: ...Put someone on it _ U Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop 1 9 ...

Page 17: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel ...

Page 18: ...en if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious duringand after an accident so you car2 unbuckle and get out is m h greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags why should I have to wear safety belts A Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every ai...

Page 19: ...deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Saf elts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smallerchildren and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see the part of this manual called Children Follow those r...

Page 20: ...t may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly tounlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make surethe release button on the buckle is positione...

Page 21: ...trong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide underthe lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or evenfaal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to t e belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt ver...

Page 22: ...s too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way I 1 You can be seriously hurtif your shoulderbelt is too loose In a crash you wouldmove forward too much which could increase injury The shoulderbelt shouldfit against your body 1 15 I ...

Page 23: ...You can be seriouslyinjured if your belt is buckled in thewrong place like this In a crash the belt would goup over your abdomen The belt forces would bethere not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internalinjuries Always buckle your belt into thebuckle nearest you 1 16 ...

Page 24: ...usly injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would movetoo far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t asstrong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 17 I ...

Page 25: ...sted across the body You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealerto fix it 1 18 ...

Page 26: ...lts To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle The belt should go back outof the way Before you close thedoor be sure the belt is out of the way If you slarnthe dooron it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy 1 19 I ...

Page 27: ...hing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Supplemental Inflatable Restraint SIR System This part explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint SIR system or air bag system Your vehicle has Next Generation reduced force frontal air bags one air bag ...

Page 28: ...hing They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear side or low speed frontal crashes And for unrestrained occupants reduced force air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forcefulair bags have provided in the past Everyone in your vehicle should weara safety beltproperly whether or not there san airbag for that person I Air bags i ate with great force faster than...

Page 29: ...ned for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this manualcalled Children and see the caution labels on the sunvisors and the right frontpassenger s safety belt There is an air bagreadiness light on the instrument panel which shows the air bag symbol The system checks ...

Page 30: ...How the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s air bag is inthe instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 23 ...

Page 31: ...evel can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it canbe somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as aparked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag isnot designed to inflate in rollovers side impacts or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant In any particular crash no one cansay whether an air bag ...

Page 32: ...ded as anything more than a supplementto safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontalor near frontal collisions What will you see after an air bag inflates After an airbag inflates it quickly deflates so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated Some components of the air bag module the steering wheel hub for the driver s air bag or the instrument panel for the...

Page 33: ...f you damage the covering for the driver s or the right front passenger s air bag the bag may not work properly You may haveto replace theair bag modulein the steering wheelor both theair bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger s air bag Do not open or break the air bag coverings If your vehicle ever gets into a lot of water such as water up to the carpeting or higher or ...

Page 34: ... The air bag system does not nee d regular maintenance Adding Equipmentto Your Air Bag EquippedV Q If I add a push bumper or a bicycle rack to the front of my vehicle will it keep the air bags from working properly A 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 properly i...

Page 35: ...e in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions I Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens le...

Page 36: ...t does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly 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 29 ...

Page 37: ...rious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash The safety belt also locks if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor ou can be seriously hurtif your shoulder belt is too loose Ina crash you would move forward to...

Page 38: ...he comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position 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 installa comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Pull the elastic cord out from between ...

Page 39: ...stic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edgesof the belt into the slotsof the guide 3 Be sure that the beltis not twistedand it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top 1 32 ...

Page 40: ...rosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the guide onto the clip Rotate the guide and clip inward and in between the seatback and the interior body leaving only the loopof elastic cord exposed 1 33 I ...

Page 41: ...er rear seating position you have a lap safety belt which has a retractor 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt acrossyou Don t let it get twisted 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure 1 34 ...

Page 42: ...eed for everyone t o use safety restraints I n fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Sm ler Childre dBa A CAUTION Children who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed This is true even though yourvehicle has reduced force frontalair ba...

Page 43: ...enough for one isalways properly restrained ina child or infant restraint Infants need complete support including support for the head and neck This is necessary because an infant s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash aninfant in a rear facing restraint settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of ...

Page 44: ... crash Duringa crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash CAUTION Continued at only 25mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on your arms The baby would bealmost impossible to hold Secure the baby in an infant restraint 1 37 1 ...

Page 45: ...traint take into consideration not only the child s weight and size but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used child restraints An infant car bed A is a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle It s an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface With an infant car bed make sure that t...

Page 46: ...nts are designed forinfants of up to about 20 lbs 9 kg and about oneyear of age Thistype of restraint faces the rear so that the infant s head neck and body can have the support they need in a crash Some infant seats come in two parts the base stays securedin the vehicle and the seat part is removable 7 I 8 1 39 ...

Page 47: ...ward facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs 9 to 18kg and about 26 to 40 inches 66 to 102cm in height or up to around four years of age One type a convertiblerestraint is designed to beused either as a rear facing infant seat or a forward facing child seat 1 40 ...

Page 48: ...7 kg and aboutfour to eight yearsof age It s designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Booster seats with shields use lap only belts however booster seats without shields use lap shoulder belts Booster seats can also help a child to see out the window 1 41 ...

Page 49: ...We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in a rear seat outside position N w r put a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat Here s why A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s air bag inflates even though your vehicle has reduced force frontal air bags This i becausethe back of the ...

Page 50: ...e seat positions are locatedon the floor in the cargo area Don t use the front set of tie down brackets Anchor the top strap to the rearmost bracket on the same sideof the vehicle as the child restraint Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself 1 43 ...

Page 51: ...hen and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so...

Page 52: ...houlder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint If you re usinga forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure 1 45 I ...

Page 53: ...y The safety belt Front Seat Position will move freely again and be ready towork for an adult or larger child passenger Center Seat Position Don t use child restraints in this position The restraints won t work properly Your vehicle hasa right front passenger air bag Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat Here s why 1 46 rn ...

Page 54: ... restrainthas one Be sure to followthe instructions that camewith the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 2 3 Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facingchild restraint See Seats in the Index Put the restrainton the seat Pick up the latch plate and run...

Page 55: ...elt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be ableto unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to e P 5 Pull the restof the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 48 ...

Page 56: ... to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle s safety belts If you have the choice a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap shoul...

Page 57: ... by only oneperson at a time What if a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt but thechild isso small that the shoulderbelt is very closeto thechild s faceor neck A Move the childtoward the centerof 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 in a rear sea...

Page 58: ...in thisway in a crash thechild might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied righton the child s abdomen That could cause serious or 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 ...

Page 59: ... wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make surethe safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages areworking properly Look for any other loose ordamaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing itsjob have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belt...

Page 60: ...a Ceinture Prtnledi n If you ever see a label on the driver s or the right front passenger s safety belt that says to replace the belt be sure todo so Then the new belt will be there to help protect you in a collision You would see this label on thebelt near the door opening If belts are cutor damaged replace them Collision damage alsomay mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repair...

Page 61: ...4 D NOTES 1 54 ...

Page 62: ... Vehicle Break In Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped Automatic Transmission Operation Parking Brake Shifting IntoPARK P Shifting Out of PARK P Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You re Parked 2 26 2 26 2 28 2 29 2 30 2 30 2 36 2 39 2 40 2 42 2 49 2 50 2 52 2 52 2 53 2 58 2 60 2 62 Locking Rear Axle Four wheel Drive Windows ...

Page 63: ...cle with the ignition keyis dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with young children 2 2 ...

Page 64: ...qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep this number in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have 1ewones madeeasily using this number Your selling iealer should also have this number 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 evenhave to da...

Page 65: ...e in a crash if the doors aren tlocked Wear safety belts properly lock your doors and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle There areseveral ways to lock and unlock your vehicle You can use the Keyless Entry System You can use your key to unlock your door from the outside You can use your power door lock switch to unlock your doors from the inside To lock your door from theins...

Page 66: ...nd press LOCK to lock all the doors at once To unlock the doors press theraised area next to the key symbol The lever on eachrear door works only that door s lock Lockout Prevention To protect you from lockingyour key in the vehicle this feature stopsthe power door locks from locking when the key is in the ignition and a door is open If the power lock switch is pressed when a dooris open and the k...

Page 67: ...his device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes ormodifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment This systemhas a range of about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m At times you may notice a decrease in rang...

Page 68: ...anic Alarm When the button with the horn symbol on the key transmitter is pressed the horn will sound and the headlamps and taillamps will flash for up to 30 seconds This canbe turned off by pressing the horn button again waiting for 30 seconds or starting the vehicle Matching Transmitter s To Your Vehicle Each remote keylessentry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking ...

Page 69: ...ing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Staticfrom your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery in the keyless entry transrnitter I 1 Insert a dime in the slot between the covers of the transmitter housing near the key ring hole Remove the bottom by twisting the dime 2 Remove and replace the battery with a three volt CR2032 or equival...

Page 70: ...e your dealer for service LiftgateLiftglass It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate or liftglass open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into yourvehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the liftgate or liftglass open or if electrical wiringor other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the liftgate...

Page 71: ...the passenger s side of the steering columnallows you to release the liftglass from inside the vehicle Your shift lever must be in PARK P or NEUTRAL N for the release to work Theft To open the entire liftgate lift the handle located in the center of the door Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing w...

Page 72: ... Whatif you have to leave something valuablein your vehicle Put your valuables in a storage area likeyour glove box Lock all the doors except the driver s Content Theft Deterrent Your vehicle is equipped with a Content Theft Deterrent SECURITY alarm system With this system the SECURITY light will flash as you open the door if your ignition is off This light reminds you to activate the theft deterr...

Page 73: ...sted by following these steps I From inside the vehicle lower the driver s window and open the driver s door 3 4 Activate the system by locking the doors with the power door lock switch while the door is open or with the remote keyless entry transmitter Get out of the vehicle close the door and wait for the SECURITY light to go out Then reach in through the window unlock the door with the manual d...

Page 74: ...ce If the SECURITY light comes on while the engine is running a problem has been detected and the system may need service Seeyour dealer for service In an emergency call the GMC Roadside Assistance Center at 1 800 GMC 8782 i n Canada call 1 800 268 6800 New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your vehicle doesn t needan elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelin...

Page 75: ...of time Prolonged operation of accessories in the ACCESSORY position could drain your battery and prevent you from starting your vehicle LOCK B This position locks yourignition steering wheel and transmission It s a theft deterrent feature You will only be able to removeyour key when the ignition is turned to LOCK OFF C This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel U...

Page 76: ... turned to OFF Your radio power windows sunroof and overhead console will work when the ignition key is in RUN or ACCESSORY Once thekey is turned from RUN to OFF these featureswill continue towork for upto 20 minutes or until a dooris opened Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever toPARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart when you re ...

Page 77: ...ICE Your engine is designed to work withthe electronics inyour vehicle If you add electrical parts oraccessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check withyour dealer If you don t your engine might notperform properly If youever have to have your vehicle towed see the partof this manualthat tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle See Towing ...

Page 78: ... intoa 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 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and 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 shouldyou keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on the outside temper...

Page 79: ... re pulling a trailer see Towinga Trailer in the Index Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehicle has a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock BTSI You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition key is in RUN If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PAR...

Page 80: ...edal about halfway down Going about 35 mph 55 krdh or more push the accelerator all the way down You ll shift down to the next gear and have more power DRIVE D should not be used when towing a trailer carrying aheavy load driving on steep hills or for off road driving Select THIRD 3 when operating the vehicle under any of these conditions THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal driving howev...

Page 81: ...object You could damage your transmission Also if you stop when going uphill don t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transmission Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to hold yourvehicle in position on a hill Parking Brake To set the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot Push down the parking brake pedal with y...

Page 82: ... L It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shiftlever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running thevehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure yourvehicle won t move even when you re on fairlylevel ground use the steps that follow Alwaysput theshift lever fully in PARK P with the parking ...

Page 83: ... not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle isin PARK P and your parking brake isfirmly set before you leave it After yo...

Page 84: ...e someof the pressure fromthe parking pawl inthe transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Your vehicle has a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock BTSI You have to fully apply your regular brake before you can shift fromPARK P when the ignition is in RUN See AutomaticTransmission Operation in the Index If you cannot shift out of PARK P easepressure on the shift lever push the shift ...

Page 85: ...d death You might have exhaust comingin if Your exhaust system sounds strange Your vehicle gets rusty underneath 0 Your vehicle wasdamaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris or different 0 Repairs weren t done correctly 0 Your vehicle or exhaust system had been If you ever suspect exhaust is cominginto your vehicle 0 Drive it only ...

Page 86: ...arage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See L6BlizzardSS in the Index It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shiftlever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leaveyour vehicle whenthe engine is running unless you have to If you ve left the engine running thevehicle can move suddenly You or otherscould be ...

Page 87: ... or 4LO button on the transfer case switch You should use 2HI for most normal driving conditions Driving in the 4HI or 4LO positions for a long time on dry or wet pavementcould shorten the life of your vehicle s drivetrain 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 choose among three driving ...

Page 88: ...ft from2HI or 4HIto 4L0 the vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph 4 8 kmh with the transmission in NEUTRAL N The preferred method for shifting into 4LOis to have your vehiclemoving 1 to 2 mph 1 6 to3 2 kmh Press and release the 4LO switch You must wait for the4LO indicator light to stop flashing and remain illuminated before shifting your transmission into gear If the 4LO switch is pre...

Page 89: ...an 3 mph 4 8 kmh and the transmission is in NEUTRAL N 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 shiftyour transmission into PARK P Wait until the 4HI indicator light remains illuminated before shifting your transmission into gea...

Page 90: ... more than half a second to activate the express down feature Lightly tapthe switch to open the window slightly The express down feature can be interrupted at any time by pressing the up arrow end of the switch Lockout Switch Your vehicle has a lockout featureto prevent passengers from operatingpower windows It is located on the driver s door Press LOCK to activate this feature Press NORM to have ...

Page 91: ...tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward YOU Move the steeringwheel to a comfortable level then release the leverto lock the wheel in place Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your 0 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Headlamp High Low Beam Changer Windshield Wipers 0 Windshield Washer 0 Cruise Control...

Page 92: ...ill flash evenif a turn signal bulb is burned out Check the front and rear turn signal lamps regularly to make sure they are working If a bulbis burned out replaceit to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index and for burned outbulbs Turn Signal On Chime If your turn signal is left on for morethan 3 4 ...

Page 93: ...the LO position For high speed wiping turn the band further to HI To stop the wipers move the band to the OFF position Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become worn or damaged get new blades or blade inserts Windshield Washer There is a paddle marked with the windshield washer sy...

Page 94: ...s the windshield washer However the rear window washer will run out of fluid beforethe windshield washer If you can wash your windshield but not your rear window check your fluid level Cruise Control With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below...

Page 95: ... could lose control Don t use cruise controlon slippery roads I A CAUTION I If you leave your cruise controlswitch on when you re not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruisewhen you don t want to You could be startled andeven losecontrol Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use it 1 Move the cruise control switch to ON 2 Get up to the speed you want 3 Press in the SE...

Page 96: ...trol There are two ways to go to ahigher speed Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed Press the SET button at the end of the lever then release the button and the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed 0 Move the cruise switch from ON to FUA Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want and then release the switch To increase your speed in very small amounts m...

Page 97: ...shift to a lower gear to keepyour speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control Step lightly on the brake pedal Move the cruise control switch toOFF Erasing Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or th...

Page 98: ...here isa delay in the transition between the daytime and nighttime operation of the Daytime Running Lamps DRL and the automatic headlamp systems so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system The DRL and automatic headlamp system will only be affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting longer than the delay To idle your vehicle with t...

Page 99: ...dark outside To idle your vehicle with the DRL off set the parking brake The DRLwill stay off until you release the parking brake As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it Use your fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions Your low beam headlamps or your parking lamps must be on for your foglamps to work The fog lamp switch is on the instrum...

Page 100: ...ignition These lights will stay on for a short period of time and then will go out Illuminated Entry Your vehicle is equipped with an illuminated entry feature When the doors are opened the dome lampswill come on if the DOME OVERRIDE button is out Whenall the doors are closed or thefront door handles are lifted and released the lamps will stay on for a short period of time and will then go out If ...

Page 101: ...g glove box and underhood lamps if they are left on for more than 20 minutes when the ignition is off This will keep your battery from running down If the battery run down protection shuts off the interior lamps it may be necessary to do oneof the following to return to normal operation 0 Shut offall lamps and close all doors or Turn the ignition key to RUN This mirror automatically changes to red...

Page 102: ...hich prevents unnecessary switching from the night back to the day position This delay prevents rapid changing of the mirror as you drive under lights and through traffic Cleaning the Photocells Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the photocells when necessary The control is located on the driver s door armrest Move the upper control to the left or right to choose the mirror then press th...

Page 103: ... they really are If you cuttoo sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirroror glance over your shoulder before changing lanes 4 Overhead Console Heated Outside Rearview Mirror When you operate the rear window defogger a defogger also warms the heated driver s and passenger s outside rearview mirrors to help clear them of ice and snow See RearWindow Def...

Page 104: ...rature indicatedwill be the last outside temperature recorded with the ignition on If the outside temperature is 37 F 3 C or lower the display will toggle between the word ICE and the current temperature every eight seconds This is a warning to the driver that road conditions may be icy and that appropriate precautions should be taken The compass is self calibrating so it does not need to be manua...

Page 105: ...ease both buttons 4 Press US MET until your zone number appears on the display 5 Press MODE to enter your zone number Your variance is now set and the display will return to the COMP TEMP mode TRIP Once in the TRIP mode pressing the MODE button will step you through the following TRIP functions 0 AVG ECON The average fuel economy since the last reset is displayed INST ECON Instantaneous fuel econo...

Page 106: ... ECON FUEL USED and AVG SPEED modes All three modes are reset simultaneously SunglassesStorage Compartment The consolehas a sunglasses storage compartment Center Floor Console Your vehicle has a console between the two front bucket seats To open the console pull up on the console cover The consolehas two cupholders and a storage tray including a change holder for the front seat passenger and drive...

Page 107: ...for that item You may have a convenience net in the rear of your vehicle to help keepsmall items like gloves and light clothing in place during sharpturns 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 conveniencenet is anchoredto the liftgate door Attach the upper loops to theretainers on eitherside of the li...

Page 108: ...the vehicle to secure it An improperly storedcargo cover could be thrown about the vehicle duringa collision or sudden maneuver 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 thatit is securely reattached Cargo Tie Downs There arefour cargo tie downs in the rear that allow you to strap cargo in and keep it from movi...

Page 109: ...s of various sizes Just loosen the slider knobs at each end of the crossrail and move them to where you want them Make sure both sides of the crossrails are even then tighten the slider knobs Be sure the cargo is properly loaded Follow these guidelines Carrying small heavy loads on the roof is Tie the load to the tie down at either end of the crossrails When loading cargo directly on the roof pane...

Page 110: ... your vehicle For more informationon vehicle capacity and loading see LoadingYour Vehicle in the Index To prevent damage orloss of cargo as you re driving check now and then to make surethe luggage carrierand cargo arestill securely fastened Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter The ashtray is located in the center floor console in front of the shift lever Flip the cover to expose the ashtray NOTICE Don ...

Page 111: ... be pulled out for additional glare protection and a strap forholding small items such as maps Illuminated VisorVanity Mirror Pull the sun visor down and lift the mirror cover to turn on the lamps Accessory Inflator Your vehicle is equipped with an air inflator system With it you can inflate things like air mattresses and basketballs and you can also use it to bring your tires up to the proper pre...

Page 112: ... on the fuse may be blown or installed incorrectly See Fusesand Circuit Breakers in the Index or seeyour dealer for service Your air inflator will automatically shut off after about 10minutes To reset press the ON switch again Don t run your air inflator for longer than 30 minutes at one time If you do you may damage the system After 30 minutes wait at least 10minutes before restarting the air inf...

Page 113: ...When using the accessory power outlets maximum electrical load must not exceed 20 amps Always turnoff any electrical equipment when notin use Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain your battery Sunroof If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with a power sliding sunroof To open or close your sunroof the ignition or RAP needs to be on See Retained Accessory Power in the In...

Page 114: ...d held transmitters It will operate garage doorsand gates or with the accessory package other devices controlled by radio frequency such as home office lighting systems and security systems The transmitterwill learn andtransmit the frequencies of most current transmitters and is powered by your vehicle s battery and chargingsystem 2 53 I ...

Page 115: ...itter Do not use the transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse feature This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 Be sure that p e p l e arid objects Lire clear o f the garclge d o o r you 1 e Iwogmmning Your vehicle s engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter Follow these steps to program up to three channe...

Page 116: ...escribed and that the battery i n the hand held transmitter is not dead If you still cannot program it rotate the hand held transmitter end over end and try again The universal transmitter may not work with older garage door openers that do not meet current Federal Consumer Safety Standards If you cannot program the transmitter after repeated attempts consult your GMC dealer Be sure tokeep the ori...

Page 117: ...nsmitter to the universal transmitter by following the steps provided under Programming the Transmitter earlier in this section 2 3 4 5 6 Remove the cover panel from the garagedoor opener receiver It is located near the garage door opener motor Locate the training button on the garage door opener receiver The exact location and color will vary among brands Press the training button on the garage d...

Page 118: ...allation of a dual mode analog digital cellular telephone A fixed mobile or a portable hand held system is available Voice activation and hands free operation are standard features For more information contact your GMC dealer A user s guide is provided with the telephone Onstar System Optional This systemmay be ordered if you have the optional fixed cellular telephone the following services are av...

Page 119: ...Instrument Panel 2 58 ...

Page 120: ...sfer Case D Glove Box E AudioSystem E Rear Window Defogger G CD Changer H Ashtray 1 ComfortControls J Accessory Power Outlets and Lighter K Rear Liftgate Release L Rear Window Washerwiper M Brake Release N Hood Release 0 Fog Lamps P LampControls 2 59 I ...

Page 121: ...Instrument Panel Cluster U S cluster shown Canada similar 2 60 ...

Page 122: ...s Tachometer The tachometer displaysthe engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Each tachometerhas a different limit depending on the powertrain in your vehicle The tachometerhas three areas normal operating range red warning rangeand red danger range The normal operating range showsyour engine speed during normal driving conditions For example when the needle points to2 it means the engine is ...

Page 123: ... when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when 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 to...

Page 124: ...k properly Have your vehicle serviced right away The airbag readiness light should flash for afew seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t comeon then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem 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 sh...

Page 125: ...re operating in the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an extended period This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle As engine speedsare increased this condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to createmaximum power You can only drive for a short time with the reading in either warning zone...

Page 126: ...icle in the Index Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part isn t working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there could be a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If it it fixed ...

Page 127: ...emWarning Light earlierin this section The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage showsthe engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves into the red area your engine is too hot It means tha...

Page 128: ...ctly diagnosingany malfunction a a NOTICE If you keepdriving your vehicle with this light on aftera while youremissioncontrols may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not runas smoothly This could leadto costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty This light should come on as a check toshow you it is working when the ignition is on and the engine i...

Page 129: ...ight is still flashing follow the previous steps anddrive the vehicle to your dealer or qualified service center for service If the LightIs On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap Thediagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap h...

Page 130: ... one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off If none of the above steps have made the light turn off have your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Engine Oil Pressure Gage The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi pounds pe...

Page 131: ...when you turn the key toward START The light will stay on until the engine starts If the light flashes the Passlock system has entered a tamper mode If the vehicle fails tostart see Passlock in the Index If the light comes on continuously while driving and stays on there may be a problem with the Passlock system Your vehicle will not be protected by Passlock and you should see your dealer This lig...

Page 132: ...s system is also designedto assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing amalfunction Check Gages Light The CHECK GAGES light CHECK GAGES will come onbriefly when you are starting the engine If the light comes onand stays on while you are driving check your coolant temperature and engine oil pressure gages to see if they are in the warning zones Gate Ajar Light GATE AJAR This light will ...

Page 133: ...takes a little more or less fuel tofill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it t a l l y took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or The gage doesn t go back to EMPTY E when you speed up turn off theignition Low Fuel Light This light comes on when the fuel tank ...

Page 134: ...stem Air Conditioning Heating Ventilation System Defogging and Defrosting Rear Window Defogger Audio Systems Setting the Clock AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player 3 12 3 16 3 18 3 2 1 3 23 3 23 3 24 3 26 3 26 3 26 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player If Equipped Rear Seat Audio RSA Console Mounted CD Changer Theft Deterrent Feature Understanding Radio Reception Tips About Your Audio System Car...

Page 135: ... air temperaturein your vehicle This knobwill allow you to adjust the interior air temperature independently of the function knobsetting Turn the knob tothe right toward 82 for warmer air Turn the knob to the left toward 66 for coolerair Full Hot If you turnthe temperature knob past 82 F 2SoC the system will go into the full hot mode The system will remain at that maximum heating setting and the f...

Page 136: ...ystem senses the need for heat the airflow will be directed out the floor outlets As the interior temperature approaches the desired setting the blower speed will decrease To maintain interior comfort the ow will adjust between the instrument panel a i r outlets and floor outlets On bright sunny days in cool weather the alrflow may come out of the airconditioning and floor outlets bi level mode to...

Page 137: ...onditioning compressor may run to dehumidify the air to prevent window fogging aOUTSIDE AIR Press this button to force the system to use outside air Pressit again to closeoff the outside air Pressing the OUTSIDE AIR button will cancel the RECIRCULATION button RECIRCULATION Press this button to limit the amount oi fresh air enteringyour vehicle This is helpful when you are trying to limit odors ent...

Page 138: ...mal because the system is designed to cycle the compressor on and off to keepthe desired temperature The heaterworks best if you keep your windows closed while using it On cold days use HEATER with the temperature knobturned to the right BLENDis useful in cool weather when you have fog or ice onthe windshield or side windows If you use the optional engine coolant heater before starting your engine...

Page 139: ... the chance of fogging the inside of your windows When you enter a vehicle in cold weather move the fan control to the right to the highest setting for a few moments before driving off This helps clearthe intake ducts of snow and moisture and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your windows Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects Thishelps air to circulate throughout your ...

Page 140: ... the REAR button on your climate control system will also activate yourheated outside mirrors This will help to keepice and snow from collectingon your mirror surfaces The rear window defogger will stay on for fiveto seven minutes then turn off If you need additional warming time turn it on again You can turn the defogger off at any time by pressing the button Do not attach a temporary vehicle lic...

Page 141: ... with the ignition off press RECALL orHR MN and the time will be displayed for a few seconds There is an initial two second delay before the clock goes into the time set mode AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player Included with the AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player are six Base high performance speakers and a six channel Bose amplifier Please see your dealer for details Playing the Radio PWR ...

Page 142: ... show your selection TUNE Press this knob lightlyso it extends Turn it to choose radio stations Push the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it SEEK Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrowto tune to the next lower station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press and hold SEEK for two seconds until SCAN appearson the displa...

Page 143: ... into their stored positions when you re not using them Adjusting the Speakers BAL Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position Turn the control to the right to adjust sound to the right speakers and to the left to adjust sound to the left speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position...

Page 144: ...penoise The double D symbolwill appear onthe display while the player is in this mode Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double Dsymbol are trademarksof Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation FWD 6 Press this button to rapidly forward the tape to the end of the cassette oruntil you press FWDagain The radio will play t...

Page 145: ...tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape player To activate the bypass feature usethe following steps 1 2 3 4 Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY Turn the radio off Press and hold the TAPE AUX button for five seconds The tape symbol on the display will flash for two seconds indicating the feature is active Insert the adapter It will power up the radio and begin playing This o...

Page 146: ... always sound the same to you as you drive If you don t want to use SCV turn the control all the way down Each notch on the control ring allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switchbetween AM FMl and FM2 The displaywill show your selection TUNE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to choose radio stations Push the knob ba...

Page 147: ...et station Setting theTone BASS Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position Turn the knob to the right to increase bass and to the left to decrease bass TREB Press lightly on this knob torelease it from its stored position Turn the knob to the right to increase treble and to the left to decreasetreble If a station is weak or noisy you maywant to decreasethe treble Push these ...

Page 148: ...e tracks on the disc in random order While in the RDM mode RANDOM appears on the display Press RDM again to return to normal play NEXT 3 Press NEXT or theSEEK right arrow to search for the next selection If you hold this button or press it more than once the disc will advance further The next track number will appear on the display Sound is muted in this mode REV 4 Press and hold REV to return rap...

Page 149: ...sc stays in the player andwill resume playingat the point where it stopped EJECT Press this button to eject the disc from the player andplay the radio Whenthe same or a new disc is inserted the disc will start playing on track one If a compact disc is left sitting in the opening for more than a few seconds the player will pull theCD back in The radio will continue playing When the ignition is off ...

Page 150: ...ot switch between the bands and cannot changethe frequency SEEK While listening to AM FM press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and stay there Press the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there Thesound will mute while seeking The SEEK button is inactive if the AM FM mode on the front radio is in use While listening to a cassette tape press the right arrow to h...

Page 151: ...will remain safely inside the radio for future listening button to select a disc Console Mounted CD Changer With the compact disc changer you can playup to six discs continuously Normal sizediscs may beplayed using the slots supplied in the magazine You must first load the magazine with discs before you can play a compact disc Load the CDs from bottomto top placing the discs in the magazine label ...

Page 152: ... track if the current selectionhas been playing for less than eight seconds If the PREV button is pressed and the current selection has been playing for more than eight seconds it will go to the beginning of the current selection If you hold or press this button more than once the player will continue moving back through the disc The soundwill mute while seeking PROG 2 Press this button to select ...

Page 153: ...ss this button to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order RANDOM will appear on the display Press RDM again to turn off random play NEXT 3 Press this button or the SEEK right arrow to go to the next track If you hold the button or press it more than once the player will continue moving forward through the disc Thesound will mute while seeking REV 4 Press and hold this button to reve...

Page 154: ...rks by using a secret code to disable all radio functions wheneverbattery power is removed The THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used or ignored If ignored the system plays normally and the radio is not protected by the feature If THEFTLOCK is activated your radio will not operate if stolen When THEFTLOCK is activated the radio will display LOC to indicate a locked condition anytime battery p...

Page 155: ... SEC to let you know that your radio is secure The indicator by the volume control will begin flashing when the ignition is turned off Unlocking the Theft DeterrentFeature Aftera Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15seconds between steps 1 LOC appears when the ignition is on 2 Press MN and 000 will appear on the display 3 Press MN again to make the last two digits agre...

Page 156: ... radio won t turn on and LOC will appear onthe display To unlock a securedradio see Unlocking the Theft Deterrent FeatureAfter a Power Loss earlier in this section Understanding Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longerrange however can cause stations to interfere with each other AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power li...

Page 157: ...ssette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they aren t they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every SO hours of use Your radio may display CLN to indicate that you have used your tape player for 50 hours without resetting the tape clean timer If this messag...

Page 158: ...d cleaning time When the cleaning cassettehas been ejected the cut tape detection feature is active again You may also choose anon scrubbing action wet type cleaner which uses a cassettewith a fabric belt to clean the tape head This type of cleaning cassettewill not eject on its own A non scrubbing action cleaner may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner The use of a non scrubbing ...

Page 159: ...ping the outer edges orthe edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of Your Compact Disc Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged If the mast should ever become slightly bent you can strai...

Page 160: ...Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Steering Off Road Recovery Passing Loss of Control Driving Guidelines Off Road Driving with Your GM Four Wheel Drive Vehicle 4 27 4 28 4 31 4 32 4 33 4 34 4 34 4 36 4 39 4 40 4 43 Driving at Night Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads City Driving Freeway Driving Before Leaving ona Long Trip Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Winter Driving Recreationa...

Page 161: ...entable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call re...

Page 162: ...ohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obviousway 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 sa lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the problem The Blo...

Page 163: ... other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the driving skill...

Page 164: ...a person s system can make crashinjuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanentlydisabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking 1 A CAUTION Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentivenessand judgm...

Page 165: ...eaction time is about 314 of a second But that s only an average It might be lesswith one driver and as long as two orthree seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km h travels 66 feet 20 m That could be a lot of distance in anemergency so k...

Page 166: ...h ti t means better braking and longer brake life If your engine everstops while you re driving brake normally but don t pump your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock B...

Page 167: ... is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most ofavailable 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 168: ...notice some noise but this is normal Your anti lock brakes work at all times whether you are in two wheel or four wheel drive Braking in Emergencies With anti lock you can steer and brake at the same time In many emergencies steeringcan help you more than even the very best braking Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control ...

Page 169: ...ed as you approach a curve doit before you enter the curve while your front wheels are straight ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable 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 more effective than braking For example you...

Page 170: ... the wheel once you have avoided the object The fac tthat such emergency situations are always possible is a good reason to practice defensive drivingat all times and wear safety belts properly OFF ROAD RECOVE edge of paved surface If the level of the shoulderis only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Easeoff the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so ...

Page 171: ... it s all right topass providing the road ahead isclear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you re following a larger vehicle Also you won t ha...

Page 172: ...t Loss of Control Let s review what driving expertssay about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration don thave enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Def...

Page 173: ...d to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remember Any anti lock brake system ABS helps avoid only the braking skid Driving Guidelines This multipurpose passenger vehicle is defined as a utility vehicle in Consumer Information Regulations issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA of the United States Department of Transportation Utility vehicles ha...

Page 174: ...go out For example be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done Check to make sure all underbody shields if so equipped are properly attached Be sure you read all the information about your four wheel drive vehicle in this manual Is there enough fuel Is the spare tire fully inflated Are the fluid levels up where they should be What are the local laws that apply to off roading wh...

Page 175: ... Index Environmental Concerns Off road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation However it also raises environmental concerns GM recognizes these concerns and urges every off roader to follow these basic rules for protecting the environment 0 0 0 0 0 Always use established trails roads and areas that have been specially set aside forpublic off road recreational driving obey all post...

Page 176: ...tly sweep the terrain for unexpected obstacles Your ears need to listen for unusual tire or engine sounds With your arms hands feet and body you ll need to respond to vibrations and vehicle bounce Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off road driving Oneof the best ways to control your vehicle is to control your speed Here are somethings to keep in mind At higher speeds 0 you approach...

Page 177: ... later Will you have to stop suddenly or change direction quickly When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain keep a firm grip on the steering wheel Ruts troughs or other surhce features canjerk the wheel out of your hands if you re not prepared When you drive over bumps rocks or other obstacles your wheels can leave the ground If this happens even with one or twowheels you can t control the ve...

Page 178: ...bout the steepness don t drive the hill Approaching a Hill When you approach a hill you need to decide if it s one of those hills that s just too steepto climb descend or cross Steepnesscan be hard tojudge On a very small hill for example there may be a smooth constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you 0 0 0 0 0 Is there a constant incline or does the hill get sharply steeper...

Page 179: ...cle to make you more visible 0 Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to 0 Use your headlamps even during the day They make the hill to approaching traffic on trails or hills let opposing traffic know you re there you more visible to oncoming traffic Turning or driving across steep hills can be dangerous You could lose traction slide sideways and possibly roll over You could be serious...

Page 180: ...l with your wheels straight rather than in the left or right direction Turning the wheel too far to the left or right will increase the possibility of a rollover Here are somethings you must r7ot do if you stall or are about to stall when going up a hill 0 Never attempt to prevent a stall by shifting into NEUTRAL N to rev up the engine and regain forward momentum Thiswon t work Your vehicle will r...

Page 181: ...way engine drag can help yourbrakes and 0 0 A CAUTION Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakesto overheat and fade This could cause loss of control and a serious accident Apply the brakes lightly when descending a hill and use a low gear to keep vehicle speed under control Are there some thingsI should not do when driving down a hill A Yes These are important because if you ignor...

Page 182: ...elihood the vehicle will tumble end 0 0 over end But when you drive across an incline the much more narrow track width the distance between the left and right wheels may not prevent the vehicle from tilting and rolling over Also driving across an incline puts more weight on the downhill wheels This could cause adownhill slide or a rollover Surface conditionscan be a problem when you drive across a...

Page 183: ...ays turn downhill This should help straighten out the vehicle and prevent the side slipping However a much better way to prevent this is to get outand walk the course so you know what the surface is like before you drive it Stalling 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 ope...

Page 184: ...t it will depend upon how loosely packed the sand is On loosely packed sand as on beaches or sand dunes your tires will tend to sink into the sand Thishas an effect on steering acceleratingand braking You may want to reduce the air pressure in your tires slightly when driving on sand Thiswill improve traction Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction On these surfaces it s very easy t...

Page 185: ...ater remember that when your brakes get wet it may take you longer to stop Driving through rushing water can be dangerous Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream and you and your passengers could drown If it s only shallowwater it can still wash away the ground from under your tires and you could lose traction and roll the vehicle over Don t drive through rushingwater See Driving Through Wdte...

Page 186: ...d other vehicles 0 Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest Night Vision No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing...

Page 187: ...ract repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it seasier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some driverssuffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and aren t even aware of it Drivin...

Page 188: ...ey show signs of streaking ormissing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fastthrough large water puddles or even going through some car washes can causeproblems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoidpuddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them Wet brakes can cause accidents They won twork as well in a quick sto...

Page 189: ...g usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a hard and fdstrule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining 1 riving Through Deep Standing W F r NOTICE If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of...

Page 190: ...p and plan your trip into an unknownpart of the city just as you would for a cross country trip 0 Trytousethe freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving 0 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move check ...

Page 191: ... the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it s slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use your turn si...

Page 192: ...ore starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service expertsin GM dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 WincJsl ield Wcrshc r Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside Wiper Blcrdes Are they in good shape Fuel Elzgirze Oil Other Flr ds Have you...

Page 193: ...s First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a rest service or parking area and take a nap get some exercise or both For safety treat drowsiness on the highway...

Page 194: ...ION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always haveyour engine running andyour vehicle in gear when you go downhill 0 Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower g...

Page 195: ...r fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight ared cloth and reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these your vehicle items in your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where your t...

Page 196: ...ti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have an anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping soonerthan you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock in the Index Allow greater following distance on any slippery road Wdtch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that s covered with ice On an otherwise c...

Page 197: ...mon help and keep yourself and yo w passengers safe Turn on y o r hazard flashers Tie a red cloth t o your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under y o r clothing to keep...

Page 198: ...htly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged YOLI will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for awhile Then shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from...

Page 199: ...your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rearaxle If you do have a heavy load you should spread it out Similar appearing vehicles may have different GVWRs and payloads Please n...

Page 200: ...ep going A CAUmmdN Things you put inside your vehicle can strikeand injure people in a sudden stopor turn or in a crash 0 Put things in the cargoarea of your vehicle 0 Never stack heavierthings like suitcases Try to spread the weight evenly inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats 0 Don t leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle 0 When you carry something i...

Page 201: ...rk The system includes a small electric air compressor and air adjustable rear shock absorbers You may hear the compressor operating when you load or unload your vehicle and periodically as the system self adjusts This is normal The compressor should operate for brief periods of time If the sound continues for an extended period of time your vehicle needs service To keep your battery from being dr...

Page 202: ...control when you pulla trailer For example if the traileris too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passengers could be seriously injured Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section Ask your dealer foradvice and information about towing a trailer with your vehicle I NOTICE Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costl...

Page 203: ...here you ll be driving A good source for this information can be state orprovincial police Consider using a sway control if your trailer will weigh 2 000 lbs 900kg or less You should always use a sway control if your trailer will weigh more than 2 000 Ibs 900 kg You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls 0 0 0 Don t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 800km your new vehicle is driv...

Page 204: ... maximum trailer weight You can ask your dealer forOUT trailering information or advice or you can write us at the address listed in your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information Booklet In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa OntarioLlH 8P7 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight ...

Page 205: ...e Index Then be sure you don t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue Hitches It s important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Here are some rules to follow 0 If you ll be pulling a trailer that when loaded will weigh more than 3 500 lbs 1589 kg be sureto ...

Page 206: ...1 000Ibs 450kg loaded then it needs its own brakes and they must be adequate Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintain them properly Your trailer sbrake system can tap into the vehicle s hydraulic brake system only if 0 The trailer parts can withstand 3 000psi 20 650 kPa of pressure 0 The trai1er s brake system will use less...

Page 207: ...xperience Before setting out forthe open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you a r c driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is byitself Before you start check the trailer hitch and platform and attachments safety chains...

Page 208: ...railering When you re turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal wellin advance Turn Signals When Towinga Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle has to have extra wiring and a heavy duty turn signal flasher The arrowson your instrument panel will flash wh...

Page 209: ... may show signs similar to engine overheating To avoid this let the engine run while parked preferably on level ground with the automatic transmission in PARK PI for a few minutes before turning the engine off If you do get the overheat warning see Engine Overheating i n the Index Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong you...

Page 210: ...ailerTowing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule formore on this Thingsthat are especially importantin trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engineoil axle lubricant belt cooling system and brake adjustment Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trail...

Page 211: ...ring harness to your trailer 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Dark Blue Use for electric trailer brakes or auxiliary wiring Red Use for battery charging it connects to the starter solenoid Light Green Back up lamps Brown Taillamps and parking lamps Yellow Left stoplamp and turn signal Dark Green Right stoplamp and turn signal White Heavy Gage Ground wire White Light Gage Auxiliary stoplamp Securely attach the harn...

Page 212: ...problems that can occuron the road 5 2 5 2 5 3 5 7 5 11 Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Engine Fan Noise If a Tire Goes Flat Changing aFlat Tire If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 20 5 20 5 2 1 5 32 ...

Page 213: ... your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flashers press the button until the first click and release When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the side of the roa...

Page 214: ... enough electricity to If you don t follow these steps exactly someor all burn you of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it won t work and itcould damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative gr...

Page 215: ...ave your radio NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could bebadly damaged The repairwouldn t be covered by your warranty L 4 Open both hoods and locate the batteries Find the positive and negative terminals on each battery A Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the b...

Page 216: ...hat would damage the battery and maybe other parts too 6 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery 7 Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal Don t let the other end touch anythinguntil the next step The other end of th...

Page 217: ...le 12 Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting Take care that they don t touch each other or any other metal 11 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries make sureall connections are good If it still won t start it probably needs service A R I A CAUL3N u I c Fans orother moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away ...

Page 218: ...of your vehicle 0 Whether you can rnolle the shift lever forthe transmission and shift the transfer case 0 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 operator may want to see them To help avoid injury toyou or others 0 Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is Never tow faster than ...

Page 219: ...or this The transmission should be in NEUTRAL N and the transfer case should be in 2HI The parking brake should be released If your vehicle has no electrical power the electrical solenoid lock must be overridden to shift from PARK P to NEUTRAL N Follow these steps 1I Remove the wood trim panel surrounding the base 2 Reach inside the console and find the white of the shift lever solenoid lever ii 3...

Page 220: ...r carrierequipment Use safety chains and wheel straps Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle Damage can occur from vehicle to groundor vehicle to wheel lift equipment To help avoid damage install a towing dolly and raise thevehicle until adequate clearance is obtained between the ground and or wheel lift equipment Do not attach winch cables or J hooks to suspension components ...

Page 221: ...ng a vehicle over rough surfacescould damage a vehicle Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel lift equipment To help avoid damage install a towing dollyand raise the vehicle until adequate clearance is obtained between the ground and or wheel lift equipment Do not attach winch cables or J hooks to suspensioncomponents when usingcar carrier equipment Always use T hooksinserted ...

Page 222: ...rn it off and get everyone away from thevehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no signof steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep dri...

Page 223: ...afficjam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D or THIRD 3 If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s still no sign of steam push the accelerator until the ...

Page 224: ...tank is boiling don t doanything else until it cools down A Coolant Recovery Tank B Radiator Pressure Cap C Engine Fan c I The coolant level should be at least up to the ADD mark If it isn t you may have a leak i n the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere elsein the cooling system 5 13 ...

Page 225: ...ehicle needs service Turn off the engine How to Add Coolant to theCoolant Recovery Tank If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at the ADD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean brater preferably distilled and DEX COOL engine coolant at the coolant recovery tank See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Pl...

Page 226: ...t engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and itwill burn if the engine parts arehot enough Don t spill coolant on a hotengine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the ADD r ark start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there s one more thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you...

Page 227: ... are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Neverturn the capwhen the cooling system including the radiatorpressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling systemand radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap 5 16 ...

Page 228: ...canremovetheradiatorpressurecapwhenthe cooling system including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwiseuntil it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 5 17 ...

Page 229: ... to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the ADD mark 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off 5 18 ...

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

Page 231: ...l 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 drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip t...

Page 232: ...ther people You and they could bebadly injured Find alevel place to change your tire To help prevent thevehicle from moving 1 Set the parkingbrake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 lbrn off the engine 4 Put the wheel blocksat the frontand rear of the tire farthest away from the one beingchanged That would bethe tire on the other side of the vehicle at the opposite end The following stepswil...

Page 233: ...nda plastic ground mat to assist in the changing of a flat tire To remove yourjack cover pull up on the latches on thecover Remove the wheel blocks jack and wheel wrench NOTICE Never remove or restow a tire frodto a stowage position under the vehicle while the vehicle is supported byajack Always tighten the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle when restowing 5 22 ...

Page 234: ...ide of the rear bumper Insert your index finger into the indentation near the lamp and pull to remove the cover To remove the spare insert the chisel end of the wheel wrench on an angle into the hole in the rear bumper Be sure the chisel end of the wheel wrench connects into the hoist shaft 5 23 ...

Page 235: ...the tire has been completely lowered tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening Pull the tireout from under the vehicle NOTICE To help avoid vehicle damage do not drive the vehicle before the cable is properly stored P the mare tire near the flat tire The tools you ll be using include the jack A and wheel wrench B 5 24 ...

Page 236: ...d pry off the hub cap Removing the Flat Tire and Installingthe Spare Tire 1 Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Don t removethem yet 2 Turn the jack handle tothe right to raise the jack lift head 3 Fit the jack into the appropriate hole nearest the flat tire 5 25 ...

Page 237: ...ld bebadly injured or killed Never getunder a vehicle whenit is supported only by a jack I A CAUTION Raising your vehicle with thejack improF ly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personalinjury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raisingthe vehicle I 5 26 ...

Page 238: ...mounting surfaces and spare wheel Rust or dirton the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make thewheel nuts become looseafter a time The wheel couldcome off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from theplaces where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency youcan use a cloth or a paper towel to dothis but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush...

Page 239: ...are on the wheel mounting surface 8 Put the nuts onby hand Make sure the cone shaped end is toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub If a nut can tbe turned by hand use the wheel wrench and see your dealer as soon as possible 9 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle to the left Lower the jack completely 5 28 ...

Page 240: ...el nuts orimproperly tightened wheel nuts cancause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correctwheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get newGM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100lb ft 140Nom Storing a jack a tire or other equipmentin the passenger...

Page 241: ...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 to the right until the tire is raised against the underside of the vehicle You will hear two clicks when the tire is secure but pull on the tire to make sure Return the jack wheel wrench and wheel blocks to the proper location i...

Page 242: ... Gloves D Ground Mat E Jack Storage Cover E Wheel Blocks G Wheel Wrench H Jack 1 Jacking Instructions I CAUTION Make sure the tire and carrier are secure Driving with the tire or carrier unlatched could injure pedestriansor damage the vehicle 5 31 ...

Page 243: ...transmission or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fireor otherdamage When you re stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Don t spin the wheels above 35mph 55 km h asshown on the speedometer I NOTICE Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and fo...

Page 244: ...shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear If that doesn t get youout after a few tries you may need to be towed out Or you can use your recovery hooks If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Using the Recovery Hooks Your vehicle is equippedwith recovery hooks The recovery hooks are provided at the front of your vehicle You may nee...

Page 245: ...le straight out Never pull on the hooks at a sidewaysangle The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snappine back I NOTICE Never usethe recovery hooks to tow the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged and itwould not be coveredby warranty 5 34 ...

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Page 248: ...uel Container Checking Things Underthe Hood Engine Oil Air Cleaner Automatic Transmission Fluid Rear Axle Four Wheel Drive Engine Coolant Radiator PressureCap Thermostat Power SteeringFluid Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Care of Safety Belts Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle App...

Page 249: ...ou want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper GM Service Manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index You shoul...

Page 250: ...gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher At a minimum it should meet specifications ASTM D4814 in the United States and CGSB 3 5 M93 in Canada Improved gasoline specifications have been developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association AAMA for better vehicle performance and engine protection Gasolines meeting the AAMA specification could provide improved driveability and emission contro...

Page 251: ...tor whether or not his fuel contains MMT General Motors doesnot recommend the use of such gasolines If fuels containing MMT areused spark plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp onyour instrument panel may turn on If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for service To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the Un...

Page 252: ...covered by your warranty To check on fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country whereyou ll be driving You can also write us at the following address for advice Just tell us where you re going and give your Vehicle Identification Number VIN General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation 1908Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa OntarioL1H 8P7 Filling Y...

Page 253: ...n it if you let go of the cap toosoon it will spring back to the right A CAUTION I If you get gasoline on yourself and then somethingignites it you could be badly burned Gasolinecan spray out on youif you open the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any hiss noiseto stop Then un...

Page 254: ...l tank andemissions systemmay be damaged See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Portable Fuel Container Never filla portablefuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container canignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury toyou and others Dispense gasoline onlyinto approved con...

Page 255: ...indshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could beburned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine To open the hood first pull the handle inside the vehicle on the lower driver s side of the instrument panel Lift the hood 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 o...

Page 256: ... ll see these items C A Battery B Coolant Recovery Tank C Engine Oil Dipstick D Engine Oil Fill E Transmission Dipstick E Power Steering Reservoir G Brake Master Cylinder H Air Cleaner I Fuse Block J Windshield Washer Fluid 6 9 ...

Page 257: ... without pressing on the hood Engine Oil It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The oil yellow dipstick is a 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 6 10 ...

Page 258: ... of oil Butyou must use the right kind This part explains what kind of oil touse For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your enginehas so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged Be sure to fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper op...

Page 259: ...l on the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle as shown in the following chart I RECOMMENDED SA VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLDSTARTING SELECTTHE LOWEST I SAL VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR TH...

Page 260: ...hingshould be added When to Change Engine Oil If any oneof these is true for you use the short tripkity maintenance schedule 0 Most trips are less than 5 to 10miles 8 to 16 km This is particularly important when outside temperatures arebelow freezing driving in stop and go traffic off road frequently your vehicle or other commercial application 0 Most trips include extensive idling such as frequen...

Page 261: ... used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oilproducts Used oil can be a real threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure todrain all free flowing oil from the filter before disposal Don t ever disposeof oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a pla...

Page 262: ... in place when you re driving Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oilis changed Change both the fluid and filter every 15 000miles 25 000 km 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 I...

Page 263: ...d come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts starting a fire Be sure to get an accurate readingif you check your transmissionfluid Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you have been driving When outside temperatures are above 90 F 32 C 0 At high speed for quite a while 0 In heavy traffic especially in hot weather While pulling a trailer To get...

Page 264: ...o idle the engine longer Should the fluid level be low during a cold check you 1nust perform a hot check before adding fluid Thiswill give you a more accurate reading of the fluid level Checking theFluid Hot orCold Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through ...

Page 265: ...x Add fluid only after checkingthe transmission fluid while it is hot A cold check is used only as a reference If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5L Dun t overfiill NOTICE We recommend youuse only fluid labeled DEXRON 111 because fluid with that label is made e...

Page 266: ...tenance Services in the Index How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Scheduleto determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index 6 19 ...

Page 267: ...nance Inspections in the Index How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index 6 20 ...

Page 268: ...rating temperature warm add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determinewhat kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Engine Coolant The cooling s stem in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOL Jengine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150...

Page 269: ...hs whichever occurs first Damage causedby the use of coolant other than DEX COOL is not covered byyour new vehiclewarranty What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean water preferably distilled and one half DEX COOL coolant which won t damage aluminum parts If youuse this mixture you don t need to add anything else Adding only plain water to your cooling system can bedangerous Plain water or some ...

Page 270: ... times a year have your dealer check your cooling system NOTICE If you usethe propercoolant you don t have to add extra inhibitorsor additives which claim to improve the system These can be harmful Checking Coolant When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at ADD or alittle higher When your engine is warm the level should be up to FULL HOT or alittle higher Adding Coolant If you need mo...

Page 271: ...olant mixture at the recovery tank but be careful not to spill it A CAUTION I You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and itwill burn if the engine parts arehot enough Don t spillcoolant on a hot engine Radiator Pressure Cap NOTICE Your radiator cap is a 15 psi 105 kPa pressure type cap andmust be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and pos...

Page 272: ...the system inspected and repaired How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartmentis cool wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a cleanrag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then removethe cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be between the ADD and FULL marks If necessary add only enough...

Page 273: ...Washer Fluid NOTICE 0 0 0 0 When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Don t mixwater with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other partsof the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it s very cold Th...

Page 274: ...rake fluid There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear When new linings are put in the fluid level goes back up The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system If it is you should If you havetoo much brake fluid it can spill on the engine The ...

Page 275: ...AX mark or the top of the window on the side of the reservoir When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid such as Delco Supreme 11 GM Part No 12377967 Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir A CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in you...

Page 276: ... off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake Wear Your vehicle has four wheel disc brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushim on the brake pedal firmly A CAU The brake wear warning sound...

Page 277: ...stemParts The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking Your vehicle was designed and tested with top quality GM brake parts When you replace parts of your braking system for example when your brake linings wear down and you have to have new ones put in be sure you get new approved GM ...

Page 278: ...t High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you aren t careful See Jump Starting in the Index for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare yourvehicle for longer storageperiods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index IA CAUTION I T...

Page 279: ...2 Remove the black retainer clips by lifting up 3 Pull the headlamp assembly out 4 Unplug the electrical connector 6 32 ...

Page 280: ...urn Signal Lamp Assembly 1 Remove the headlamp assembly as shown under Composite Headlamp System earlier in this section 2 Twist the bulb socket to remove it from the 3 Pull the bulb straight outto remove it from the socket 4 Push the new bulb into the socket until it snaps 5 Put the bulb socket intothe lamp assemblyand twist headlamp assembly into place it to the right until it is tight 6 Put the...

Page 281: ... See Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index for the proper type of replacement blade I NOTICE I 3 Pull the assembly away from the vehicle 4 Turn the socket to the left to remove it Push the tab in while you turn the socket to the left Use care when removing or installing ablade assembly Accidental bumping can cause the arm to fall back and strike the windshield 5 Holding the base of the...

Page 282: ...the blade assembly The insert has two notches at one end that are locked by the bottom claws of the blade assembly At the notched end pull the insert from the blade assembly I 1 4 To install the new wiper insert slide the insert D notched end last into the end with two blade claws A Slide the insert all the way through the blade claws at the opposite end B The plastic caps C will be forced off as ...

Page 283: ...nd blade assembly onto thewindshield Backglass Wiper Blade Rep ment See Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement in this section for instructions on how to 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 pulling it away from the vehicle Tires Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by ...

Page 284: ...t such as when youhit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Worn old tires can cause accidents If your tread isbadly worn or if your tires have been damaged replace them Inflation Tire Pressure The CertificatiodTirelabel which is on the driver s door edge above the door latch shows the correct inflation pressures for yourtires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting f...

Page 285: ...inflated Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6 000to 8 000 miles 10 000 to 13000 km Any time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When It s Time for New Tires and Wheel Rep...

Page 286: ...t Torque in the Index Rust or dirton a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure touse a scraper or wire brush later if you nee...

Page 287: ...ion of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Certificationmire 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 pro...

Page 288: ...lowing information relates to the system developedby the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies onlyto vehicles sold in the UnitedStates The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires The Uniform Tire Quality Grading system does not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires ...

Page 289: ...g The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking straight ahead traction tests and does not include cornering turning traction The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipateheat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can c...

Page 290: ...bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your GMC model Replace any wheel thatis bent cracked or badly rusted O r wheel nuts onYour vehicle can be dangerous or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts It could affect the braking...

Page 291: ... fail suddenly and cause an accident If you have to replace a wheel usea new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chains NOTICE Don t usetire chains They can damage your vehicle because there s not enough clearance Use another type of traction device onlyif its manufacturer recommends it foruse on your vehicle and tiresize combination and road conditions Follow that manufacturer s instructions To help...

Page 292: ...manufacturer s warnings and instructions And always openyour doors or windows when you re cleaningthe inside Never use these to clean your VI cle Gasoline 0 Benzene 0 Naphtha 0 Carbon Tetrachloride 0 Acetone 0 Paint Thinner 0 Turpentine 0 Lacquer Thinner 0 Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage yourvehicle too Don t use any of these unless this ...

Page 293: ...set 0 Carefully scrape off any excess stain Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn 0 If a ring forms after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner on Fabric 1 Vdcuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt 2 Always clean a whole trim panel or section Mask surroundin...

Page 294: ...s stain 2 First clean with cool water and allow to dry completely 3 If a stain remains follow instructions for Multi Purpose InteriorC l e w Fabric Protection Your vehicle has upholstery and carpet that has been treated with Scotchgard Fabric Protector a 3M product It protects fabrics by repelling oil and water which are the carriers of most stains Even with this protection you still need to clean...

Page 295: ...clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even makeit difficult to seethrough the windshield under certain conditions Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge Commercial cleaners may affect the surface finish Cleaning Wood Panels Use a clean c...

Page 296: ...rs when running wax sapor other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon Ami Powder non scratching glass cleaning powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance Cleanthe blade by wiping vigoro...

Page 297: ...oft clean chamois oran all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Cleaning ExteriorLampsLenses Use lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a liquid hand dish or carwashing mild detergent soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polis...

Page 298: ...roughly dry with a soft clean towel Awax may then be applied The surfaceof these wheels is similar tothe painted surface of your vehicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals abrasivepolishes abrasive cleaners or abrasive cleaningbrushes on them because you could damage the surface Don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can als...

Page 299: ...ey have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closedareas of the frame should be loosenedbefore being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditionscan create a chemical fallo...

Page 300: ...iglasTM plastic rubber and vinyl 1052925 Attracts absorbs and removes soils Capture Dry Spot Remover 8 oz 0 237 L 1052930 Spray on and rinse with water Wheel Cleaner 16 oz 0 473 L 1052929 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Interior Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels Cleaner and floor mats 12345002 16 oz 0 473 L See your GeneralMotors Parts Department fortheseproducts Notrecommended for use on...

Page 301: ...You ll find this label on the inside of the glove box It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is 0 your VIN 0 the model designation 0 paint information and 0 a list of all production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle Electrical System Add on Electrical Equipment NOTICE Don t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless y...

Page 302: ...ay Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combinationof fuses and circuit breakers This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating If you ...

Page 303: ...rning the fastener to the left Extra fusesand the fuse extractor are provided in the cover To reinstall thefuse panel cover push in andturn the fastener to the right Fuse Circuit Breaker A B 1 Usage Not Used Not Used Headlamp Switch Body Control Module Headlamp Relay ...

Page 304: ...ck Relay Courtesy Lamps Battery Run Down Protection Not Used Turn Signal Cluster Engine Control Module Parking Lamps Power Window Switch Body Control Module Ashtray Lamp FuseKircuit Breaker 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Usage Auxiliary Power Power Locks Motor 4WD Switch Engine Controls VCM PCM Transmission Air Bag Front Wiper Not Used Radio Battery Amplifier HVAC I Automatic HVAC Sensors Aut...

Page 305: ...astener tothe left To reinstall the fuse panel cover push in andturn the fastener to the right TRR TRN RTTRN STARTER rRL BU Name TRL TRN TRR TRN TRL BPU VEH B U RT TURN LT TURN LT TRN Usage Trailer Left Turn Trailer Right Turn Trailer Back up Lamps Vehicle Back up Lamps Right Turn Signal Front Left Turn Signal Front Left Turn Signal Rear 6 58 ...

Page 306: ...ck up Lalllps Engine Air Conditioning Retained Accessory Power Oxygen Sensor Name IGN B DRL FOG LP IGN A STUD 2 PARKLP LR PRK IGN C HTDSEAT ATC RRDFOG HVAC TRCHMSL RR W W CRANK LD LEV HI BEAM HAZLP VECHMSL HTDMIR STOPLP TBC Usage Column Feed IGN 2 3 4 Daytime Running Lamps Fog Lamps Starting and Charging IGN I Accessory Feeds Electric Brake Parking La nps Left Rear Parking Lamps Starter Solenoid F...

Page 307: ...4 3057 2 194NA 2 3157 2 3157 NA Capacities and Specifications Type V6 Firing Order 1 6 5 4 3 2 Horsepower 190at 4 400 rpm Thermostat Specification 195 F 91 C Spark Plug Gap 0 045 inches 0 114 cm EngineDescription VORTEC 4300 VINCode W Wheels and Tires Wheel Nut Torque 100lb ft 140 N m Tire Pressure See the CertificatiodTire label See LoadingYour Vehicle in the Index 6 60 ...

Page 308: ...51 Oil Filter PF52 Air Cleaner Filter A1163C PCV Valve CV746C Automatic Transmission Filter Kit 24200796 Spark Plugs 41 932 Fuel Filter GF481 Front Windshield Wiper Blade Trico 20 inched50 8 cm Backglass Wiper Blade Trico 14inched35 6 cm Capacities Approximate Cooling System 11 7quarts 1 1 1 L Crankcase 4 5 quarts 4 3 L Automatic Transmission Drain and Refill 5 0 quarts 4 7 L Differential Fluid Fr...

Page 309: ... in your vehicle needs refrigerant be sure the proper refrigerant is used If you re not sure ask your dealer Vehicle Dimensions Wheelbase 107 0inches 271 8cm Length 183 8 inches 466 9 cm Height 64 2 inches 163 1 cm Width 67 8 inches 172 2 cm Front Tread 57 3 inches 145 5 cm Rear Tread 55 1 inches 139 9 cm 6 62 ...

Page 310: ...NOTES 6 63 1 ...

Page 311: ...f i NOTES 6 64 ...

Page 312: ... 7 6 Introduction Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services Short Trip City Definition Short Trip City Intervals Long Trip Highway Definition Long Trip Highway Intervals 7 7 7 27 7 39 7 43 7 45 7 47 Short Trip City Maintenance Schedule Long Trip Highway Maintenance Schedule Part B Owner Checksand Services Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Part E Maintenan...

Page 313: ...proper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions fro111 your vehicle To help protect O L I environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition please maintain your vehicle properly How This Sectionis Organized The remainder of this section is divided into five parts Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services shows what to have done and how often Some of these servi...

Page 314: ...your chicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that YOLK dealer s service department or another qualified service center should perform Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants lists so ne recommended products to help keep your vehicle properly maintained These products or their equivalents should be used whether you do the work yourself or hav...

Page 315: ...ou should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and 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 youor anyone else...

Page 316: ...tions is that these conditionscause engine oilto break down soonel Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occursfirst Chassis Lubrication or 3 months whichever occurs first Drive Axle Service or3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25000 km Air Cleaner Filter Inspection if drivin...

Page 317: ...av Intervals Every 7 500 Miles 12500 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or every 12months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or every 12months whichever occurs first Drive Axle Service Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Automatic Transmission Service severe conditions only Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 k m Fuel Filter Replacement Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Every 50 000Miles 83 000 km ...

Page 318: ...ervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universal joints and brake pedal springs A o o d time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection under Periodic Maintenance Inspections i n Part C of this schedule Drive axle service see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in th...

Page 319: ...every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfront axle fluidlevel and add fluid as needed Check constant 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper An Emission Control Service See footnote velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Seefootnote rotation pattern and additional information See f...

Page 320: ...heck constant 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km 0 Change engineoil and filter orevery 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Inspec...

Page 321: ...here the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher 18 000 Miles 30 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter orevery 3 months whichever occ lrs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs First 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add Fluid a s needed Check constant 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation i n the Index for proper AI E1nissior Coutr...

Page 322: ...er or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote DATE I MTLEAGE ACTUAL I SERVICEDBY I DATE I I MILEAGE ACTUAL I SERVICEDBY I Check readfront axlefluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection andRotation in the Index for proper velocity joints and axle ...

Page 323: ...s components or every 3 months whicheveroccurs first See footnote Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote Replace fuelfilter An Emission Control Service See footnote Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under oneor ...

Page 324: ...st 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant An Emission Control Service See footnote velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 36 000 Miles 60 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first C l Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Inde...

Page 325: ...whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first C l Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper An Emission Control Service See footnote velocity joints and axle seals forleaking See footnote rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 45 0...

Page 326: ...rain 32 C or higher When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service Ifyou do nut use your vehicle under any o f these conditions change thefluid andfilter every 50 000miles 83000 km Inspect air cleaner filterif you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote 48 000 Miles 80 000 km 0 Change engine oila...

Page 327: ... If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid andfilter DATE I MILEAGE ACTUAL I SERVICEDBY 51 000 Miles 85000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whicheveroccurs first Lubricate chassis components orevery 3 months whicheveroccurs first 0 Check readfront axle f...

Page 328: ... leaking See footnote rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 57 000 Miles 95000 km 17 Change engineoil and filter or every3 months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 17 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant An Emission Control Service See footnote velocity joints and axle seals forleakin...

Page 329: ...driven under one or moreof these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F In hilly or mountainous terrain 32 C or higher When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service Ifyou do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change thefluid andfilter every 50 000 miles 83000 km An Emission Control Service Art...

Page 330: ...bricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfront axlefluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant An Emission Corwol Service See footnote velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote k 66 000 Miles II0 000 km 0 Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs ...

Page 331: ...luid as needed Check constant An Emission Control Service See footnote velocityjoints and axle seals forleaking See footnote 72 000Miles 120 000 km 0 Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first Lubricate chassis components orevery 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and...

Page 332: ...e outside temperatureregularly reaches 90 F In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as foundin taxi police or delivery service Ifyou donot use your vehicle under anyof these conditions change thefluid andfilter every 50 000miles 83000 km Inspect air cleaner filter if you are drivingin dusty conditions Replace filterif necessary An Emission Control Service See f...

Page 333: ... rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 81 000 Miles 135 000 km 0 Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 17 Check rear front axle fluidlevel and add fluid as needed Check constant An Emission Control Service See footnote velocityjoints and axle seals forleaking See footnote 84 00...

Page 334: ...omponents or every3 months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant An Emission Control Service See footnote velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km 0 Change engineoil and filter or every3 months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components orevery 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfr...

Page 335: ...Ifyou do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change thefluid andfilter every 50 000miles 83000 km An Emission Control Service See footnote An Emission Control Service rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 0Replace fuel filter Replace aircleaner filter 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper 93 000 Miles 155 000 km 0 Change engineoil...

Page 336: ... 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper An Emission Control Service See footnote velocity joints andaxle seals for leaking See footnote rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 99 000 Miles 165 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Chec...

Page 337: ...nged your autornatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter An Errzission C m t d Service 0 Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve 150 000 Miles 240 000 km 0 Drain 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 te...

Page 338: ...e vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage and transfer caseshift linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universal joints and brake pedal springs A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See BrakeSys...

Page 339: ...tion pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km 0 Change engine oiland filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 12months whichever occurs first See footnote 0 Check readfront axlefluid level and add fluid asneeded Check constant velocity joints and axle seals forleaking See footnote Change automatic transmission fluid and ...

Page 340: ... km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every12 months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components orevery 12 months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfront axle fluidlevel and add fluid as needed Check constant 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper An Emission Control Service See footnote velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Seefootnote rotation pa...

Page 341: ...tions 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 I f you do not us J O L I I vel ic le u d e r C I H c f the secmditiolzs change tl o fluid m dji lter every 50 000 wiles 83000 km rotation pattern and additional information See footn...

Page 342: ...nformation See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every I2 months whichever occurs first See footnote j 0 Check readfront axlefluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals forleaking See footnote j 0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicl...

Page 343: ...d Rotation in the Index for proper 50 000 Miles 83 000km 0 If you haven t used your vehicle under severe conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter 52 500 Miles 87500 km 0 Change engine oiland filter orevery 12 months whichever occurs first Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first 0 Che...

Page 344: ...d as needed Check constant 0 Change automatic transmissionfluid and filterif the vehicle is mainly driven An Emission Control Service See footnote velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote K under one ormore of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperatureregularly reaches 90 F In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as foun...

Page 345: ...nes for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote 67 500 Miles 112 500Lm 0 Change engineoil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components orevery 12 months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspect...

Page 346: ...lter 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 In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing 32 C or higher Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service rfvo1 1do rzot r 1 your vehicle 1 1rzder m y o f these colditims change tlleJlld andfi ltel every 50 000miles 8300...

Page 347: ...ditional information See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate chassis components orevery 12months whichever occurs first See footnote 0 Check readfront axle fluidlevel and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals forleaking See footnote 0 Change automatic transmissi...

Page 348: ... filter 0 Replace air cleanerfilter 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper 97 500 Miles 162 500 km 0 Change engineoil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 12months whichever occurs first Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in t...

Page 349: ...atic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter An Emission Control Service Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve 150 000 Miles 240 000 km 0 Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 mon thssince last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use DATE DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED B Y Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap an...

Page 350: ...e proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Check the engine coolantlevel and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details WindshieldWasherFluidLevelCl 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 further details ...

Page 351: ...at appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield Also see Wiper Blades Cleaning in the Index Automatic Transmission Check Check the transmission fluid level add if needed See Automatic Transmission inthe Index A fluid loss may indicate a problem Check the system and repair if needed At Least Once a Year Key Lock CylindersService Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lub...

Page 352: ...d be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts 3 Try to start the engine in each gear The starter should work only in PARK P or NEUTRAL N If the starter works in any other position your vehicle needs service 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake see Parking Brake in the Index if necessa...

Page 353: ...to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle beginto move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake 0 To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brak...

Page 354: ...s for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaustsystem 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 ...

Page 355: ...ths or at oil change intervals check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary Check vent hose at transfer 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...

Page 356: ...ine Coolant in the Index Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 Brake Fluid USAGE Parking Brake Cable Guides Power Steering System Automatic Transmission Key Lock Cylinders Chassis Lubrication Differential Front and Rear Axle FLUIDLUBRICANT Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB GM PowerSteer...

Page 357: ...art No 12377985 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB USAGE Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Hood and Door Hinges Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Squeaks FLUIDLUBRICANT Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293or equivalent orlubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Multi Pu ose Lub...

Page 358: ...ter the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checksand 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 tostore them I i L DATE L Maintenance Record ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7 47 ...

Page 359: ...Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7 48 ...

Page 360: ...tion Procedure Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users Roadside Assistance Canadian Roadside Assistance Courtesy Transportation GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute Resolution Program 8 10 8 10 8 11 8 11 8 11 Warranty Information Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors Ord...

Page 361: ...wever if a concern hasnot been resolved toyour complete satisfaction take the following steps STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management Normally concerns can be quickly resolved at that level If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales service or parts manager contact the owner of the dealership or the general manager ...

Page 362: ...0 263 7854 French For help outsideof the United States and Canada call the following numbersas appropriate In Mexico 525 625 3256 In Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English or 1 800 496 9993 Spanish In the U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 0 In the Dominican Republic 1 800 75 1 4135 English or 1 800 75 1 4136 Spanish In the Bahamas 1 800 389 0009 In Bermuda Barbados Antigua and the British Virgin Islan...

Page 363: ... O Box 436008 Pontiac MI 48343 6008 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for addressesof GM Overseas offices When contacting GMC please remember that your concern will likely be resolved in the dealership using the dealer s facilities equ...

Page 364: ...ry Delivery of enough fuel forthe customer to get to the nearest service station up to 4 00 will be covered Jump Sturt No start situations which require a battery jump start will be covered at no charge Luck 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 10m...

Page 365: ...odging if vehicle disablementoccurs at least 150miles 240 k m from your home or rental property Please Note you will be required to obtain prior approval from GMC Roadside Assistance and payfor expenses at the time of disablement Original receipts should be submittedto GMC Roadside Assistancefor reimbursement A service representative will provide assistance when you call The Roadside Assistance se...

Page 366: ... available 24hours a day 7 days a week 365 days ayear including weekends and holidays Shouldyou have any questions about roadside assistance call the GMC Roadside Assistance Center or contact your dealer Roadside Assistance isnot part o f or included in th e coverage provided by the NewVehicleLimited Warranty GMC reserves the rightto make any changesor discontinue the Roadside Assistance program a...

Page 367: ...ther person i e friend neighbor etc in lieu of rental for overnight warranty repair up to a five day maximum All CourtesyTransportation arrangements will be administered by your GMC dealership service nzanagement All requests should reflect actual costs c1p to and not to exceed the maximum allowable dollar limits Some state insurance regulations make it impractical to rent vehicles to people under...

Page 368: ...can assist in arrivingat a solution to a disagreement regarding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty To assist in resolving these disagreements GMCvoluntarily participates in BBB AUTO LINE BBB AUTO LINE is an out of court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system to settle automotive disputes This program is available free of charge to customers who...

Page 369: ...tomer Assistance Center at 1 800 GMC 8782 1 800 462 8782 Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety ...

Page 370: ...hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 GMC 8 82 1 800 462 8782 orwrite Pontiac GMC CustomerAssistance Center P O Box 436008 Pontiac MI 48343 6008 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 Conmunication Centre 163 005 1908Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa OntarioL1H 8P7 Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Cana...

Page 371: ... Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle PLEASE COMPLETETHE ORDER FORM SHOWN ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE ANDMAIL TO Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI48 OWNER S INFORMATION Owner publications are written directly for Owners and intended to...

Page 372: ... name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent Mail completed order form to For purchases outside U S A please write to the above address for quotation HELM INCORPORATED P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 CUSTOMER SNAME ATTENTION STREET ADDRESS NO P O BOX NUMBERS CITY ZIP CODE DAYTIMETELEPHONENO 0 AREA CODE ORD98 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obl...

Page 373: ...f i NOTES 8 14 ...

Page 374: ...e Outside o f Your Vehicle 6 3 AllIt11inLll11 Wheels Clea11i11 6 5 1 Anti Lock Brake System Wa ming Light 2 66 4 7 Appearance Care 6 45 Materials 6 53 Arbit ation Program 8 9 Ar111rest Storage 2 15 Ashtrays 2 49 Audio Systems 3 8 3 12 Automatic Headlamp System 2 37 Automatic Transmission Check 7 40 Fluid 6 15 Operation 2 18 Park Mechanism Check 7 42 Shiftin 2 18 Starting Your Engine 2 15 Front 6 2...

Page 375: ...47 Chains Safety 4 47 Tire 6 44 Changing a FlatTire 5 21 ChargingSystem Light 2 63 Check Gages Light 2 71 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 52 Chemical Paint Spotting 6 52 Child Restraints 1 38 Center Seat Position 1 46 Different Types 1 38 Securing in a Rear Outside SeatPosition 1 44 Securing in the Right Front Seat Position 1 46 Where Not to Put 1 46 Cigarette Lighter 2 49 Circuit Breakers and F...

Page 376: ...s Vehicle 6 62 Dome Lamps 2 39 DoorLocks 2 4 Drive 2 19 Drive Axle Service 7 44 Defogging 3 6 Driver Information System 2 43 Driver Position i 12 Driving City 4 31 Defensive 4 2 Drunken 4 3 Foreign Countries 6 5 Freeway 4 32 Guidelines 4 14 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 34 In a Blizzard 4 38 Night 4 27 Off Road 4 15 OnCurves 4 9 Rainy Conditions 4 28 SnowyandIcy Conditions 4 36 Through Deep Standing W...

Page 377: ...g While Parked 2 25 Starting 2 15 Engine Coolant 6 2 1 FirstGear 2 20 Flashers HazardWarning 5 2 FlatTire Changing 5 21 Fluids and Lubricants 7 4 5 FogLampSwitch 2 38 Foreign Countries Fuel 6 5 Four wheel Drive 2 26 6 20 French Language Manual 11 FrontAxle 6 21 Front Reading Lamps 2 39 2 43 Front Storage Area 2 45 FrontTowing 5 9 Filling a Portable Container 6 7 Filling YourTank 6 5 Foreign Countr...

Page 378: ...Heating 3 5 Ignition Positions 2 14 Transmission Lock Check 7 42 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 7 42 Illuminated Entry 2 39 Inflation Tire 6 37 7 39 Inflator Accessory 2 50 Inspections Brakesystem 7 44 Engine Cooling Systetn 7 43 Exhaust Systems 7 43 Front Drive Axle Boot Seal 7 43 Steering 7 43 Suspension 7 43 Throttle System 7 44 Transfer Case 7 44 Instrument Panel 2 58 Cleaning 6 48 Cluster 2...

Page 379: ...ssionCheck 7 42 KeyLockCylinder Service 7 40 PowerDoor 2 5 Rear Door Security 2 5 Loss of Control 4 13 LowFuelLight 2 72 Lubricants and Fluids 7 45 Lubrication Service Body 7 40 Luggagecarrier 2 48 Lumbar Controls 1 3 Maintenance Record 7 47 Maintenance Schedule 7 1 Owner Checks and Services 7 39 Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 43 Recommended FluidsandLubricants 7 45 Scheduled Maintenance Servi...

Page 380: ...Steering 4 9 Steering Fluid 6 25 Windows 2 28 Pregnancy Use of Safety Belts 1 19 Problems on the Road 5 1 Publications Service and Owner 8 1 1 8 12 Overheating Engine 5 11 Owner Checks and Services 7 39 Radiator Adding Coolant 5 17 Owner Publications 8 I 1 8 12 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 24 Radio Reception 3 23 Paint Spotting Chemical 6 52 Park 2 18 Shifting Into 2 21 Shifting Out of 2 23 AtNight 2 1...

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Page 382: ...e 2 15 Steam 5 12 Steering In Emergencies 4 10 Power 4 9 Steering Wheel Tilt 2 30 Storage Compartments 2 42 Into Piirk 2 21 Speech Impaired Customer Assistance 8 4 Storage Vehicle 6 31 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 5 29 Stuck In Sand Mud Iceor Snow 5 32 Sun Visors 2 50 Sunglasses Storage 2 45 Sunroof 2 52 Supplemental Inflatable Restraint 1 20 Symbols Vehicle v Tachometer 2 61 Taillamp Bu...

Page 383: ...d Automatic 6 15 Transmitters Keyless Entry 2 6 Transportation Courtesy 8 8 Trip Before Leaving 4 33 Trip Odometer 2 61 TTYUsers 8 4 Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals 2 31 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer 4 49 Underbody Flushing 7 42 Underbody Maintenance 6 52 Universal Transmitter 2 53 Accessories Erasing Channels 2 57 Operation 2 55 Programming 2 5 4 Rolling Code Openers 2 56 Used Replacemen...

Page 384: ...ment Windows Express Down Lockout Switch 6 49 Windshield Wiper 2 32 6 43 Bladecheck 7 40 5 29 6 60 Blade Replace nent 6 34 6 43 Fuses 4 55 2 29 WinterDriving 4 36 2 29 WreckerTowing 5 7 Rear 2 33 Power 2 28 Windshield Washer 2 32 Fluid 6 26 FluidLevelCheck 7 39 ...

Page 385: ...T RECOVERY TANK P6 21 TIRES P6 36 7 P6 30 ENGINEOIL DIPSTICK P6 10 WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID P6 26 HOOD RELEASE FUEL DOOR P6 8 P6 5 For detailed information refer to the page number listed or see the index in the back of the owner s manual 9 12 ...

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