GMC 1998 Savana Owner'S Manual Download

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Summary of Contents for 1998 Savana

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Page 3: ... drive under different conditions Problemson the Road This section tells what todo if you have a problem whiledriving such as a flat tire or overheatedengine etc Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keepyour vehicle running properly and looking good Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and whatfluids and lubricants to use Customer ...

Page 4: ...it will be there if you ever needit when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle pleaseleave this manual init so the new owner can useit Litho in U S A X9814 B First Edition P We su uort voluntarv WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH NationalInstitutefor A U T O M O T I V E S E R V I C E EXCELLENCE L L J technician certification For Canadian Owners WhoPrl French Language Manual...

Page 5: ...r what you need isthe Index in back of the manual It s an alphabetical list of what s in the manual and the page number where you ll find it You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the wordCAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning I These mean there is something thatcould hurt you or other people In the caution area we te...

Page 6: ...vered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When youread other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Damage Warnmgs Also in tlus book you will find these notices NOTICE These mean th...

Page 7: ... for you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven DOOR LOCK UNLOCK FASTEN SEAT BELTS These symbols have to do with your lamps SIGNALS ee TURN FOG LAMPS 0 These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER WINDOW DEFOGGER VENTILATING FAN These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights COOLANT TEMP CHARGING l l BATTERY SYSTEM BRAKE 0 COOLANT a ENGINEOI...

Page 8: ...Modr Referer This manual covers these models Passenger Van Cargo Van Cab and Chassis vi ...

Page 9: ...They re for Everyone Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Driver Position Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Right Front Passenger Position Air Bag System Rear Seat Passengers 1 37 1 39 1 41 1 46 1 58 1 61 1 61 1 62 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Center Passenger Position Children Child Restraints Large...

Page 10: ...adjust the seat pull the lever up to release the seat bottom and slide the seat where you want it Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure theseat is locked into place I ON You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you ...

Page 11: ...arward move thecenter knob toward the left You can raise and lower thefront and rear of the seat To raise the front of the seat move the rightlever up To lower it move the right lever down To raise the rear of the seat move the left lever up To lower it move the left lever down Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the seatback lift the front of this lever which is locatedat the inner edge of the seat cus...

Page 12: ...sjob because it won t beagainst yourbody Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neckor other injuries The lap belt can t doitsjob either In a crash the belt could goup over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protectionwhen the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright ...

Page 13: ... the Rear Seats To make it easier for passengers to get into the rear seats use the fastenerstrips on the headliner and safety belt latch Thesewill keep the safety belts out of the way while people getinto the rear seats 1 5 ...

Page 14: ...plates for the lap shoulder belts on the bench seatto be removed To do this press the tipof a key into the release hole of the safety belt buckle while pulling up on the safety belt 2 Lift the carpet mat flap at the inboard side of the seat base in the rear 1 6 ...

Page 15: ... Stow the locking pin on the rearof the seat base in the hole that is provided 6 Repeat this procedure for the pin on the other seat base 7 Pull the seat rearward about two inches 5 cm and then lift the seat fromthe floor rails 8 Remove the seat from the vehicle 9 Install the trim covers to the floor rails These are supplied in a cardboard box at delivery 1 7 ...

Page 16: ...strip on the safety belt latch to the trimjust inside the side door There is also a fastener strip provided for stowing the safety belt latch fora four passenger bench seat if equipped For the remaining rear seats stow the safety belt latch plate on the clip at the window trim 1 8 ...

Page 17: ... thatthe safety beltsare not twisted and are properly attached 2 Position the seat into the open slots in both rails Push the seat forward in the rail hooking both seat bases onto the pins inside of the rails 3 Both locking pins that locked the seat into place must be installed before operating the vehicle 4 To install the locking pin at the rear of the seat base pull the carpetlmat flap back on t...

Page 18: ...ed handle down untilit is in the retaining clip Replace the carpet matflap to its original position Repeat this procedurefor the other seat base Connect the quick release latch plates for the lap shoulder belts by inserting the latch plates into the buckles attached at the outboard positions of the bench seat Do not twist the belt 1 10 ...

Page 19: ...the vehicle or be ejectedfrom it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might not beif you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too A CAUTION I It is extremelydangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in theseareas are more likelyto be seriously injured or k...

Page 20: ...ou do have a crash you don t know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up aperson wouldn t survive But mostcrashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In mo...

Page 21: ...Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Fdke the simplest vehicle Suppose it sjust a seat on wheels r Put someone on it 1 13 ...

Page 22: ...Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop P The person keeps going until stoppedby something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 1 14 ...

Page 23: ...anel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts make such good sense 1 15 ...

Page 24: ...f you re in an accident even one that isn t your fault you and your passengers can be hurt Being a good driver doesn t protectyou from things beyond your control such as bad drivers Most accidents occur within25 miles 40 km of home And the greatest number of serious injuries and deathsoccur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts arefor everyone A Air bags are in many vehicles todayand ...

Page 25: ... Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat to seehow see Seats in the Index so you can sit up straight 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Don t let it get twisted Pull up on...

Page 26: ...his applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under thelap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious 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 ifthere s a sudden stop or a cra...

Page 27: ...o the desiredposition You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you wantit try to move it down without pushing in tomake sure it has locked into position Adjust the heightso that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder 1 19 ...

Page 28: ...ly hurt if your snoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body I I A The shoulder belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way 1 20 ...

Page 29: ...A CAUTION You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would bethere not at the pelvic bones This could cause seriousinternal injuries Always buckleyour belt into the buckle nearest you ...

Page 30: ...er an armrestlike this The beltwould be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt forcewould then be applied at the abdomen notat the pelvic bones and thatcould cause seriousor fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests A The belt is over an armrest 1 22 ...

Page 31: ... move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs whicharen t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internalorgans like your liver or spleen A The shoulder belt is worn under the arm It should be worn over the shoulder at all times 1 23 ...

Page 32: ...You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it A The belt is twisted across the body 1 24 ...

Page 33: ...egnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulderbelt and the lap portion should be worn aslow as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother Whena safety belt is worn properly it s more likely that the fetus won t be hurt in a c...

Page 34: ...Bag System This part explains the air bag system If it says AIR BAG onthe middle part of the steering wheel and AIR BAG on the instrument panel infront of the rightfront passenger s seat your vehicle has two air bags one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the rightfront passenger If it says AIR BAGon the middle part of the steering wheel butit doesn t say AIRBAG on the instrument panel...

Page 35: ...d comply with federal regulations Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system I You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren t wearing your safety belt even if you have air bags Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things insidethe vehicle or being ejected from it Air bagsare supplemental restraints to the safety belts ...

Page 36: ...f your vehicle has reduced force frontal air bags Air bags plus CAUTION Continued lap shoulder belts offerthe best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Alwayssecure children properly in your vehicle To ...

Page 37: ...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 sair bagis in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 29 ...

Page 38: ...owever with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikessomething that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The airbag is not designedto inflate in rollovers side impacts or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant In any particularcrash no one can say whetheran air bag should have infl...

Page 39: ... you may be warm but not too hot to touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation doesn t prevent the driver from seeing or from being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle dta CAUTION When an air bag inflates thereis dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asth...

Page 40: ...osed to water that soaks thecarpet you can avoid needless repair costs by turning off the vehicle immediately Don t let anyone start the vehicle even to tow it unless the batterycables are first disconnected ServicingYour Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle You don t want the system...

Page 41: ...nt of the vehicle that could keep the air bags from working properly A Yes If you add things that change your vehicle s frame bumper system front end sheet metal or height they maykeep the air bag system from working properly Also the air bag system may not work properly if you relocate any of the air bag sensors If you have any questions about this you should contact Customer Assistance before yo...

Page 42: ... safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And theycan strike others in the vehicle whoare wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plateand pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 1 34 ...

Page 43: ...f it does letit goback 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 therelease button on the buckleis positioned so you wouldbe able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lappart tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as youpull up on the shoulder part 1 35 ...

Page 44: ...is could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best ableto take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash rYou canbeseriouslyhurtrshoulderbeltis too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against you...

Page 45: ...edon a shoulder belt the comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head There is one guidefor each outside passenger position in the rear seats 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 shoulderbelts Here s howto install a comfortguide and use the safety belt 1 Remove the guide fr...

Page 46: ...tic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the beltis not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top 1 38 ...

Page 47: ...assenger Positions earlier in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides Slide the guide onto the storage clip Center Passenger Position 1 39 ...

Page 48: ...atch plate and pull it along the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the beltis snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned SO YOU would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ev...

Page 49: ...e Smaller Childrenand Babies Except Cargo Vans with Passenger AirBags Children who are upagainst or very close to any air bag whenit inflates can be seriously injured or killed This is true even if your vehiclehas reduced force frontal air bags Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offerthe best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor it...

Page 50: ...all enough for one is always properly restrained in a 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 an infant in a rear facing restraint settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest p...

Page 51: ...til a crash Duringa crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash CAUTION Continued I at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly becomea 240 1b 110 kg forceon your arms The babywould be almost impossible to hold Secure the baby in an infant restraint 1 43 ...

Page 52: ... children properly in your vehicle A very young child s hip bones are so small that a regular belt might not stay low onthe hips as it should Instead the belt will likely be over the child s abdomen In a crash the belt wouldapply force right on the child s abdomen which could cause seriousor fatal injuries Smaller children and babies should always be restrained in a child restraint However infants...

Page 53: ... A baby doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will becomeso heavy you can t hold it For example in acrash at only 25mph 40 km h a 12 1b 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110kg force on your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold 1 45 ...

Page 54: ...restraint take into consideration not onlythe child s weight andsize but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in whichit will be used child restraints An infant car bed A is a special bedmade for use in a motor vehicle It s an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a childon a continuous flat surface With an infant car bed make sure that the...

Page 55: ...aints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs 9kg and about oneyear of age This type of restraint faces therear so that the infant s head neck and body can have the supportthey need in a crash Some infant seats come in two parts the base stays secured in the vehicle and the seat part is removable 1 47 ...

Page 56: ...ward facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from20 to 40 lbs 9 to 18 kg and about 26 to 40 inches 66 to 102cm in height or up to around four years of age One type a convertible restraint is designed to be used either as a rear facing infant seat or a forward facing child seat 1 48 ...

Page 57: ...7 kg and about four to eight years of age It s designed to improve the fitof 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 49 ...

Page 58: ...e at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in a rear seat If your vehicle has a front passenger air bag never put a rear facing child restraint in thefront passenger seat Here s why A child ina rear facing child restraint can be seriously injuredor killed if the right front passenger s air bag inflates even if your vehicle has reduced force frontal air bags This is b...

Page 59: ...be very close to the inflating air bag Do not use a rear facing child restraint in this vehicle If a forward facing child restraint is suitable for your child always move the passenger seat as far back as it will go Keep in mind that an unsecuredchild restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop andinjure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure anychild restraint in your vehicl...

Page 60: ...at came with the child restraint Secure the childin the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run thelap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child sface or neck putit behind thechild restraint I 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so ...

Page 61: ...forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraintas you tighten the belt directions to be sure itis secure 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different To remove the childrestraint just unbucklethe vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and beready to work for an adult or larger child...

Page 62: ... in the child restraint when and as the instructions say See the earlier part about the topstrap if the child restraint has one 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pullingit along the belt 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Run the vehicle s safety belt throughor around the restraint The child restraint instructions willshow you how 1 54 ...

Page 63: ...ou re using a forward facing child restraint you may findit 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 sureit is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be readyto work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Right...

Page 64: ...ild restraint is suitablefor your child always move the passenger seat as far back as it will go You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions thatcame with the child restraint Secure the childin the child restraint whenand as the instructions say 1 If your vehicle has afront passenger air bag always...

Page 65: ...e belt Make sure therelease button is positioned so you would beable to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulderbelt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 57 ...

Page 66: ...int in different To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Larger Children Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle ssafety belts If you have the choice a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear alap...

Page 67: ...who aren t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash 0 Children who aren t buckled up can strikeother people who are Never do this Here two children are wearing the same belt The belt can t properly spread the impact forces In a crash the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured A belt must be used by only one person at a time 1 59 ...

Page 68: ...lder belt still ison the child s shoulder so that in acrash the child s upper body would have therestraint that belts provide If the child is sitting in arear seat outside position see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides in the Index If the child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very close to the child sface or neck you might want toplace the child in a seat that hasa lap belt if your vehic...

Page 69: ...der it take theheaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you The extenderwill be just for you and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose Don t let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit To wearit justattach it to the regular safety belt CheckingYour Restraint Systems Now and then make sure thesafety belt reminder light and all your b...

Page 70: ...ore severe crash then you need newbelts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will needto have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may benecessary even if the belt wasn t being used at the time of the collision If an air bag inflates you ll needto replace air bag system parts See the part onthe airbag system earlier in this sec...

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Page 73: ...d How They Work Theft Passlock New Vehicle Break In Ignition Positions Starting Your Gasoline Engine Engine CoolantHeater If Equipped Automatic Transmission Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK P Shifting Out of PARK P Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust 2 30 2 30 2 31 2 33 2 34 2 34 2 40 2 43 2 45 2 48 2 48 2 49 2 50 2 51 2 53 Running Your Engine WhileYou re Parked Locking Rear Axl...

Page 74: ...the ignition keyis dangerous for many r e a s o n s 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 75: ...ou ever lock your key inside You may even haveto damage your vehicle to get in So be sureyou have an extra key If you ever loseyour key your dealerwill be able to assist you with obtaining anew one The bar coded tag has a codeon it thattells your dealer or aqualified locksmith how to make an extra key Keep this tag in a safe place If you lose your key you ll be able to have anew one made easily us...

Page 76: ...e chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked Wear safety belts properly lock your doors and you will befar better off whenever youdrive your vehicle There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle If your vehicle is equipped with remote keyless entry see Keyless Entry System later in this section for more information From the outside use your key To lock...

Page 77: ...ity locks are located on the passenger side rear door the side sliding door orthe front portion of the 60 40 side swing out door With this feature you can lock these doors so they can t be opened from the inside by passengers 1 CHILD LOCK Printed In U S A 1 Move the button downto engage the security feature Move the buttonup to return the door locks to normal operation Rear Cargo Door 2 5 ...

Page 78: ... the button down to return thedoor locks to normal operation Side Sliding Door Keyless EntrySystem If Equipped If your vehicle has thisoption you can lock and unlock your doors from about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9m away using the remotekeyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle Your keyless entry systemoperates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules ...

Page 79: ...service facility could void authorization to use this equipment This system has a rangeof about 3 feet 1m up to 30 feet 9 m At times you may notice a decreasein range Thisis normal for any remote keyless entry system If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closerto your vehicle for the transmitter to work try this 0 0 0 0 Check to determineif battery replacement or transmitter res...

Page 80: ...ers withyou when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle any remaining transmitters must also be matched Once your dealerhas coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have only two transmitters matched to it Battery Replacement Under normal use the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter s...

Page 81: ...ver The receiver will notrespond to a signal it hasbeen sent previously This prevents anyone fromrecording and playingback the signal from the transmitter To resynchronizeyour transmitter stand close to your vehicle and simultaneouslypress and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the transmitter for at least five seconds The door locks should cycle to confirm synchronization If the locks do notcycl...

Page 82: ...To open the 60 front portion ofa 60 40door from the outside pull upon the handle and pull the handle toward you 2 10 To open the 60 front portionof a 60 40 door from the inside pull the handle toward you and push open the door ...

Page 83: ...the 60 front door Check to make sure both doors are completely closed The front side swing out door has a checkstrap assembly in the door frame to keep the door from opening beyond 90 degrees To open thedoor beyond 90 degrees close the door partially pull thecheck strap outward at the spring hole and then open the door When you close the door the check strap will automatically re engage 2 11 ...

Page 84: ... the rear of the vehicle Then slide the door toward the rearof the vehicle to open To close the sliding side door from outside use the outside door handle to slide the door toward thefront of the vehicle When the door slides closed completely it will be flush with theside of the body 2 12 ...

Page 85: ...ar of the vehicle Then slide the doortoward the rear of the vehicle to open To close thesliding door from inside grasp the inside handle and slide the door toward the front of the vehicle to a closed position Make sure the door is completely closed before driving your vehicle 2 13 ...

Page 86: ...erside rear door pull the latch release lever atthe inside edge of the door Both reardoors can be opened past90 degrees by opening the doors pastthe first detent 90degrees open then opening fully To close the rear doors close the driverside rear door first Then close the passengerside rear door Check to make sure both doorsare completely closed 2 14 ...

Page 87: ...under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index Theft Vehicle theft is big business especiallyin some cities Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it canmake it impossible to steal However there are ways you can help Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with thekeys inside it s an easy target forjoy r...

Page 88: ...n the SECURITY light will go off after the engine is started If theengine stalls and the SECURITY light flashes wait until thelight stops flashing before trying to restart the engine Rememberto release the keyfrom the START position as soon as the engine starts If you are driving and the SECURITY light comes on you will be ableto restart the engine if you turn the engine off However your Passlock ...

Page 89: ...rake linings aren t yet broken in Hard stops with new liningscan mean premature wear and earlierreplacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get newbrake linings Don t tow a trailer duringbreak in See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information Ignition Positions Your keylets you turn the ignition switchto five different positions C E ACCESSORY A ACCESSORY lets you use thing...

Page 90: ... the steering wheel left and rightwhile you turn the key hard But turn the key only with your hand Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch If none of this works then your vehicle needs service Starting Your Gasoline Engine If you have a dieselengine see Starting Your Diesel Engine in the Diesel Engine Supplement Move your shift leverto PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine wo...

Page 91: ...illwon t start or starts but then stops wait 15seconds and start over When the engine starts let go of the key and the accelerator pedal NOTICE Your engine is designed to work withthe electronicsin your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before addingelectrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform p...

Page 92: ... F 18O C or colder the engine coolant heater can help You ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coolantheater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could causean electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extensioncord could overheatand cause a fire You could be seriously injur...

Page 93: ...ft lever Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission and it features an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument cluster This display must be powered anytime the shift leveris capable of being moved out of thePARK P position This means that ifyour key is in theOFF position but not locked there will be a smallcurrent drain on your battery which could discharge your batt...

Page 94: ...h the ignitionin the RUN position you must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shiftlever and push theshift lever all the wayinto PARK P as you continue pressing the brake pedal Then move the shift lever into the gear you want See Shifting Outof PARK P later in this section REVERSE R Use thisgear to back up NOTICE ...

Page 95: ... gear when towing a trailer to minimize heat build up and extend the life of your transmission THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal driving however it offers more powerand lower fuel economy than DRIVE D You should use THIRD 3 when carrying a heavy load or driving on steep hills SECOND 2 This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help co...

Page 96: ...or shift into PARK P to hold your vehicle in positionon a hill Parking Br ke To set the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot Push down the parking brake pedal with your leftfoot If the ignition ison the brake system warning light will come on To release the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down Pull the handle locatedjust above the parking brake pedal mark...

Page 97: ... what todo first to keep the trailer from moving Shifting Into PARK P It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever isnot fully in PARK P with the parking brakefirmly set Your vehiclecan roll If you have leftthe engine running the vehiclecan move suddenly You or others could beinjured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re onfairly level ground use the steps that f...

Page 98: ...like this Pullthelevertoward you 0 Move the lever upas far as it will go 3 Move the ignition key to LOCK 4 Remove the key and takeit with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicleis in PARK P 2 26 ...

Page 99: ...smission into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called torque lock To prevent torque lock set the parking brake and then shift into PARK P properly before you leave the driver s seat To find out how see Shifting Into PARK P in the Index When you are ready t...

Page 100: ...re on the shift lever and pushthe shift lever all the way up into PARK P as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you want If you ever hold the brakepedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the key to OFF 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 3 Shift to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want 5 Have...

Page 101: ...strange Your vehicle gets rusty underneath 0 Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris 0 Repairs weren t done correctly 0 Your vehicleor exhaust system had been If you ever suspectexhaust is cominginto your vehicle 0 Drive it only with allthe windows downto Have your vehicle fixed immediately or different modified...

Page 102: ...er is not fully inPARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unlessyou have to If you ve left the engine running thevehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you reon fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P Follow the prope...

Page 103: ...ush thefront of the switch with the power window symbol on it to raise the window The driver s window switch also hasan express down feature that allows the window to lower without holding the switch Press and hold theside of the window switch marked AUTO for one second to activate the express down mode The express down mode can be cancelled at any time by pressing theopposite side of the switch T...

Page 104: ...ull up on the latch at the edge of the window andswing the window out and pushdown the latchinto the locked open position To close the window pullthe latch toward you and push down on the latchto lock it Your rear swing out windows work the same way but the latchis at the bottomedge of the window 2 32 i ...

Page 105: ...t windowsor rear door s 0 Make sure all windowsare shut CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 0 Thrn the fan on your heating or cooling system toits highest speed with the setting on VENT HEAT BLENDor DEF Additionally on vehicles with heatingair conditioning systems NORM A C or BI LEVEL A C can be used That will forceoutsideair into your vehicle See Comfort Controls inthe Index 0 If you haveair outl...

Page 106: ...d exit the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold thesteering wheel and pull the lever Movethe steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the leverto lock the wheel in place Turn SignaUMultifunction Lever The lever on theleft side of the steering column includes your TurnSignalandLane Changer Headlamp HighLow BeamChanger 0 WindshieldWipers WindshieldWasher Cruise Control Option 2 34 ...

Page 107: ...til you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when yourelease it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows flash at twice the normal rate a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers may not see your turn signal If a bulb is burnedout replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs anda blown...

Page 108: ...r to HIGH To stop the wipers move the band to OFF Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enoughto drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they are frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become damaged get new bladesor blade inserts Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers ...

Page 109: ...washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision Washer fluid will spray as long as you push the paddle When you let go of the paddle the wipers will continue to wipe for approximately two more wipe cycles and then either stop or return to the preset speed L A CAUTION Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at...

Page 110: ... hit a button and go into cruisewhen you don t want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise control switchoff until you want to use it 1 Move the cruise control switch to ON 2 Get up to the speed you want 3 4 Press in theSET button at the end of the lever and releaseit Take yourfoot off the accelerator pedal Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to g...

Page 111: ...rk on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed If the steepnessof the hill causes the vehicle speed to drop more than 15mph 24 kmh below the set speed your cruise control will automatically disengage When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your ...

Page 112: ...cannot be turned on by depressing the dome light switch button located below the parking lampheadlamp knob This switch is a dome lamp off switch and willonly interrupt inputs from thedoor jamb switches inhibiting interior light operation when depressed It will not inhibitthe light function from the I P dimmer switch The delayed entry feature will allowyou to enter or exit your vehicle with the lig...

Page 113: ...tects your headlamps If you have an electrical overload your headlamps will flicker on and off Have your headlamp wiring checked right away if this happens Headlamps OnReminder A tone will sound when your headlamps are turned on and your ignition is inOFF LOCK or ACCESSORY If you need to use your headlamps when the ignition switch is in OFF LOCK or ACCESSORY the tone can be turnedoff by turning th...

Page 114: ...o idle your vehicle withthe engine on and theDRL off set the parking brake The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brake As with any vehicle youshould turn on the regular headlamp system when you needit Center High Mounted Stoplamp Your vehicle s center high mountedstoplamp is located above the rear doors at thecenter of the vehicle If items are loaded onthe roof of the vehicle as in a...

Page 115: ...t the dome lamps to automatically come on when the doors are open or to remain off To use the dome override feature push the buttoninto the in position With the buttonin this position the dome lamps will remain off when the doors are open To return the lampsto automatic operation push the button and return it to the out position With the button in this position the dome lamps will come on when you...

Page 116: ...use it as a flashlight To use the lamp as a flashlight pull down on the lever located under thelamp unlocking the lamp and pull the lamp out The cord will unreel as youpull the lamp When you are done using the lamp reel the cord back into the housingby turning the handle Then slide the lamp into the holder and press the lever marked PUSH at the bottom of the holder to lockinto the slot 2 44 ...

Page 117: ...our outside mirrorsso you can just see the side of your vehicle and have aclear view of objects behind you Some mirrors can be folded in to enter narrow doorways Electric Outside Rearview Mirrors Option If you have electric mirrors they can be adjusted to point where you want from inside the vehicle Then adjust the mirror angle by pressing the outer arrows on the switch until the mirror is adjuste...

Page 118: ...passenger s side mirror may beconvex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes 2 46 ...

Page 119: ...ors they can be adjusted so you can have a clearview of objects behind you 1 To adjust the mirrors when towing a trailer rotate the mirror by pushing the mirror head toward the front of the vehicle 2 Rotate the mirror head so that the mirror surface faces the rear of the vehicle 2 47 ...

Page 120: ...aterials That could cause a fire and possibly damage your vehicle Do not store papers and other things that burn in your ashtrays Your front storage compartment is atthe center of the instrument panel extension by the floor To open the compartment press downon inside portion of the handle and thecompartment will open automatically Storage compartments may also be included on the inside of each fro...

Page 121: ...t the ashtray out SunVisors To block out glare you can swing down the visors You can alsoswing them from side to side Your visors have elastic straps you can use to hold items such as maps Visor Vanity Mirror Option Some visors have mirrors built in with or without lamps Just lift the mirror cover on each visor to turn the lamps on if you have them Lighted mirrors also have an intensity switch to ...

Page 122: ...l A Lamp Controls B AirVents C InstrumentCluster D Comfort Controls System E Audio System E AuxiliaryPowerOutlet G Cupholder H Ashtray I Cigarette Lighter J Convenience Tray K Horn L TurnSignal MultifunctionLever 2 50 ...

Page 123: ...nstrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically 2 51 ...

Page 124: ... registration office But generally if the new odometer can be setto the mileage totalof the old odometer then it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver sdoor to show theold mileage reading when the newodometer was installed Trip Odometer TRIP HOLD TO The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been drivensince you last set the tripodometer t...

Page 125: ... engine justto let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with yourvehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when o...

Page 126: ... system may notwork properly Have your vehicle serviced right away The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition keyto RUN If the light doesn t come on then haveit fixed so it will be ready to warn youif there is a problem Charging System Light CJ This light should come on briefly when you turnon the ignition before starting the engine as acheck to show you ...

Page 127: ...accessories are 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 speeds are increased this condition should correct itself ashigher engine speeds allow the charging system to create maximum power You can only drive for a short time with thereading in either...

Page 128: ... away BRAKE United States Canada This light should comeon briefly when youturn the ignition key toRUN If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the lightcomes on while youare driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice thatthe pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the ligh...

Page 129: ...See Brake System Warning Light earlier in this section The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly whenyou 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 shows the engine gage pointer moves into the redarea your engine is coolant temperature If the 260 t...

Page 130: ...s on toindicate that there is aproblem and service is required Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent Thismay prevent more serious damage to yourvehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction This light should come on as a check to show you itis working when the ignition is on andthe engineis...

Page 131: ...he emission system malfunction by considering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuelcap making sure to fully install the cap The diagnostic system candetermine if the fuel cap has been left offor improperly installed A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with thecap properly installed should turn...

Page 132: ... 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 diagnostictools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Oil Pressure Gage The oil pressure gage shows the engineoil pressure in psi pounds per square inch when the ...

Page 133: ...s not covered by your warranty Security Light SECURITY This light will come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to START The light will stay on until theengine starts If the light flashes the Passlock Systemhas entered a tamper mode If thevehicle fails to start see Passlock in the Index If the light comes on continuously while driving and stays on there may be a problem with the Passlock Sys...

Page 134: ...alsoa reminder to turn on your headlamps when driving at night Check Gages Light CHECK GAGES The CHECK GAGES light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine If the light comes on and stays on whileyou are driving check your coolant temperature andengine oil pressure gages to see if they are in the warning zones 2 62 ...

Page 135: ...fuel gage At the gas station the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads FULL F 0 It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was halffull but it actually took a little more orless than half the tank scapacity to fill the tank The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up 0 The gagedoesn t go back to EM...

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Page 137: ... Audio Systems Setting the Clock for Systems without Automatic Tone Control Setting the Clock for Systemswith Automatic Tone Control AM FM Stereo 3 9 3 11 3 16 3 20 3 2 1 3 23 3 24 3 25 3 26 3 26 3 27 AM FM Stereo with CassetteTape Player If Equipped AM FM Stereo with CassetteTape and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped Re...

Page 138: ... To decrease airflow moveit toward LO To turn the fan off move the mode knob on the far right to OFF Temperature Knob The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the relative temperature of the air flowing into thepassenger area of your vehicle This knob will allow you to adjust the relative air temperature independently of the function knob setting Move the knob toward the red area for w...

Page 139: ...f move the modeknob on the far right to OFF Temperature Knob The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the relative temperature of the air flowing into the passenger area of your vehicle This knob will allow you to adjust the relative air temperature independently of the function knob setting Move the knob toward the red area for warmer air Move theknob toward the blue area for cooler a...

Page 140: ...dweather HEATDEFROST Use this setting to divide airflow betweenthe heater floor vents and windshield a 0 w DEFROST This setting directs air through the windshield defroster vents This setting is useful when you have fog orice on the windshield Rear Heater Without Air Conditioning If you have arear heater without rear air conditioning the control switch is located on the instrument panel To increas...

Page 141: ...irflow location adjust the center knob on the control panel Turn theknob to the left for floor vent airflow or to the right for headliner vent air flow Generally the upper ventsare used for air conditioning and thefloor vents for heating The control knob can be set to any blend setting To adjust the airflow speed turn the fan control knob on the left side of the control panel to the desired blower...

Page 142: ...ause the systemis designed to cycle the compressor on and off to keep the desired temperature On cold days use HEATER with the temperature knob in the red area Outsideair will be brought in through the floor outlets The heater works bestif you keep your windows closed while usingit If you use the optionalengine coolant heater before starting your engine your heating system will produce warmer air ...

Page 143: ... SEEK right arrow until the correct minute appears on the display Press and hold the SEEK left arrow until the correct hour appears on the display Setting the Clock for Systems with Automatic Tone Control Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears on the display Press and hold MN until the correct minute appears on the display Todisplay the clock with the ignition off press RECALL or HR MN a...

Page 144: ... within five seconds Whenever you press that numbered button the station you set will return 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton In addition to the four stations already set up to three more stations may bepreset on each band bypressing two adjoining buttons at the same time Just 1 Tune in the desired station 2 Press SET SET will appear on the display 3 Press two adjoining buttons at the same t...

Page 145: ...AM F M l and FM2 TUNE Turn the lower knob to tune in radio stations SEEK Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there PUSHBUTTONS The fournumbered pushbuttons let youreturn to your favorite stations You can set up to 21 stations seven AM seven FM1 and seven FM2 Just 1 Turn the radioon 2 Press AM FM to select the band 3...

Page 146: ...ll scan through and play each preset station stored on your pushbuttons for a few seconds Press either SEEK button or RECALL to stop scanning through thepreset stations Setting theTone BASS Slide this lever upor down to increase or decrease bass TREB Slide this lever up or down to increase or decrease treble If a station is weakor noisy you may want to decrease the treble Adjusting the Speakers BA...

Page 147: ...the radio CLN If this message appears on the display the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player inthe Index After you clean the player press and holdEJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was r...

Page 148: ...ition when you re not using it SEEK Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station andthe left arrowto tune to the next lower station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press and holdSEEK for two seconds until SCAN appears on the display SCAN allows you to listen to stations for a few seconds The receiver will continue to scan and momentarily stop at each station until...

Page 149: ...will go blank If a station isweak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them AUTO TONE Press this button to select among the six preset equalization settings and tailor the sound to the music or voice being heard Each time you press the button the selection will switch to one of the preset settings of CLASSIC NEWS ROCK ...

Page 150: ... second blank gap is required for the player to stop at the beginningof the selection The tape direction arrow will blinkduring the SEEK operation PROG 2 Press this buttonto switch from one side of the tapeto the other NEXT 3 Press the NEXT buttonor the SEEK right arrow to search for the next selection A minimum three second blank gap is requiredfor the player tostop at the beginningof the selecti...

Page 151: ...o use a CD adapter kit withyour cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape player To activate the bypass feature use the following steps 1 Turn the ignition to RUN or ACC 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press and hold the TAPE AUX button for five seconds The tape symbol on the display will flash for two seconds indicating the feature is active 4 Insert the adapter while the tape ...

Page 152: ...ove the control ring behind the upper knob to the right to adjust the SCV Then as you drive SCV automatically increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any particular speed The volume level should always soundthe same to you as you drive If you don t wantto use SCV turn the control all the way down Each notchon the control ring allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle spe...

Page 153: ...r the AM FMl or FM2mode andthen press P SCAN It will scanthrough each station stored on your pushbuttons and stop for a few seconds before continuing to scan through all of the pushbuttons Press P SCAN again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning to listen to a specific stored station P SCAN will light up on the display while in this mode If one of the stations stored on a pushbutton is too we...

Page 154: ...e front speakers and to the left for the rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers Push these knobs backinto their stored positions wnen you re not using them Playing a CompactDisc PWR Press this knob toturn the systemon Please note that you can also turn the system on whenyou insert a compact disc into the player with the ignition on Insert a disc partway into the ...

Page 155: ...conds to see how long the CD has been playing that track Elapsed time is displayed in minutes and tenths ofa second The track number will also appear when a new track beginsto play Press RECALL again to return to the time display AM FM While in the CD mode press this button to stop playing the CD and play the radio The CDsymbol will still display but the wordCD will be replaced with either AM FMl ...

Page 156: ...his protects the disc and player from damage The disc will not start playing To remove the disc pressthe EJECT button andremove the disc from the player All of thecompact disc functions are controlled by the radio buttons except for EJECT When adisc is inthe player aCD symbol will appear on the display When a disc is playing the lettersCD will appear next to the CD symbol in the bottom left corner...

Page 157: ...ee how long the track has been playing When a new track starts to play the tracknumber will also appear Press RECALL a third time andthe time of day will bedisplayed TAPE AUX With a disc loaded in the player and the radio playing press this button once to play the compact disc To return to playing the radio press A M F M If both a cassette tape and CD are loaded pressTAPE AUX to switch between the...

Page 158: ...7 Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with yourcode with your code 8 Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches thesecret code you have writtendown The display will showREP tolet you know that you need to repeat Steps 5 through 7 to confirm your secret code 9 Press AM FM and this time the display will show SEC to letyou know that yourradio is secure The indicator by ...

Page 159: ... 5 6 7 Turn theignition to ACCESSORY or RUN Turn the radio off Press the 1and 4 buttons together Hold them down until SEC shows on the display Press MN and 000 will appear on the display Press MN again to make the lasttwo digits agree with your code Press HR to make the firstone ortwo digits agree with your code Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have wr...

Page 160: ... slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tapeplayer CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio be sureyou can add whatyou want If you can it s very important to do it properly Added sound equipment may interfere with the operationof your vehicle s engine Delco Electronics radio or other systems and even damage them Your vehicle...

Page 161: ... in sound quality clean the tape player The recommended cleaning method for your cassette tape player is the use of a scrubbingaction non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealership GM Part No 12344789 When using a scrubbingaction non abrasive cleaning cassette it isno...

Page 162: ...scrubbing action dry type cleaning cassette is not recommended After you clean the player press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset theCLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced Care of Your Compac...

Page 163: ...orignition off andon Repeat if necessary I NOTICE Don t lubricate the power antenna Lubrication could damage it 1 NOTICE Before entering an automatic car wash turn off your radio to make the power antenna go down This will prevent the mast from possibly getting damaged Ifthe antenna does notgo down when you turn the radio off it may be damaged or need to be cleaned In either case lowerthe antenna ...

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Page 165: ...4 3 4 5 4 6 4 8 4 11 4 11 4 12 4 14 Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Steering Off Road Recovery Passing Loss of Control Driving at Night Driving in Rain andon Wet Roads City Driving Freeway Driving Before Leaving on a Long Trip Highway Hypnosis Hill andMountain Roads Winter Driving Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer 4 15 4 18 4 19 4 20 4 21 4 2 1 4 23 4 27 4 28 4 1...

Page 166: ...entableof accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the bestdefensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle infront of you is goingto 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 ona cellular telephone call reading...

Page 167: ...k alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the problem ...

Page 168: ... UnitedStates is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over0 10 percent after three to six drinks inone hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how muchalcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the abilityto drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the driving skills of many peopleare impaired at a BAC approaching 0 05 percent and that theeffects a...

Page 169: ...eendrinking CAUTION 1 Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentivenessand judgment can be affectedby evena small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive afterdrinking Please don t drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home ina cab or if you re witha group designate a driver who will not drink I Cont...

Page 170: ... whether it s pavement or gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread the condition of your brakes the weightof the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather thankeeping pace with traffic This is a mistake Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops Your brakes ...

Page 171: ...al ANTI LOCK United States Canada If there s a problem with the anti lock brake system this warning light will stay on See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light in the Index Here s how anti lock works Let s say the road is wet You re driving safely Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you You slam on the brakes Here s what happens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are slowing down If one o...

Page 172: ... in front of you you won t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenlyslows or stops Alwaysleave enough room up aheadto stop even though you have anti lock brakes Using Anti Lock Don t pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti lock work for you You may feel the brakes vibrate or you may notice some noise but this is normal Braking in Emergencies With anti lock ...

Page 173: ...tion of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you re in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you re steering through a sharpcurve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Adding the sudden accelerationcan demand too much of those places You...

Page 174: ...your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a full 180d...

Page 175: ...for passing e If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement You can turn the steering wheel up to one quarter turn until the rightfront tire contacts the pavement edge Then turnyour steering wheel to go straight down the ro...

Page 176: ...your shoulder and check the blindspot 0 Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lanechange signal before movingout 0 0 0 of the rightlane to pass When you are farenough ahead of the passed vehicleto see its front in your inside mirror activate your rightlane change signal and move backinto the right lane Remember that your rightoutside mirror is convex The vehicle you just...

Page 177: ...ntthe vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reauced when water snow ice gravel or other material is onthe road For safety you ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and ...

Page 178: ... 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 leasttwice as much lightto see the same thing at nightas a 20 year old What you do in thedaytime can also af...

Page 179: ...made much worse by dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making thepupils of your eyes contract repeatedly Remember that yourheadlamps 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...

Page 180: ... windshield wiper bladesare in good shape a heavy rain can makeit harder to see road signs and trafficsignals pavement markings theedge of the road and even people walking It s wise to keep your wiping equipment in goodshape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signsof streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when...

Page 181: ...ctions from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a hard and fast rule abouthydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water I NOTICE If you drive too quicklythrough deep puddles or standing water water can come int...

Page 182: ... a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the cityjust as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving there because the comeris busy enough to need it When a light turns green andjust before you start to move check both waysfor vehicles that have not cleared the inter...

Page 183: ... 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 rateif it s slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use your turn sig...

Page 184: ...e it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in GM dealershipsall across North America They ll be ready and willing tohelp if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip 0 0 0 0 0 0 a WindshieldWasher Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside WiperBlades Are they in good shape Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Have ...

Page 185: ...ve the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What canyou do abouthighway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sureyour 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 instrumentsfrequently 0 If you get sleepy pull off the road into a rest ser...

Page 186: ...N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the workof slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor brakingor even none going down a hill You could crash Always have yourengine running and yourvehicle ingear when you go downhill a 0 0 0 Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool ...

Page 187: ...ctive warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpetor a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between your tires and t...

Page 188: ...nti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you makea hard stop on aslippery road Even though you have an anti lock braking system you ll want tobegin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock in the Index Allow greater following distance on any slippery road Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that s covered with ice On an otherwisecle...

Page 189: ...mon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe 0 Turn on your hazard flashers 0 Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow 0 Put on extra clothing orwrap a blanketaround you If you have no blankets or extraclothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep...

Page 190: ...e it go a little faster than just idle That is pushthe accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat thatyou get andit keeps the battery or batteries charged You will need a well charged battery or batteries to restart the vehicle and possiblyfor signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heaterrun for a while If you have a diesel engine you may haveto run it at a higher speedto get en...

Page 191: ... called Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To findout the actual loads on your front and rear axles you needto go to a weigh station and weighyour vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Besure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed theGVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out I 1...

Page 192: ...red childrestraint in your vehicle When you carry something insidethe vehicle secureit whenever you can Towing a Trailer A CAUTION If you don t usethe correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when youpull a trailer For example if the trailer is 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 f...

Page 193: ...or your safety and that of your passengers Soplease read this section carefully before you pull a trailer If You DoDecide To Pull A Trailer If you do here are some important points There are many different laws including speed limit restrictions having to do with trailering Make sure your rig willbe legal not onlywhere you live but also where you llbe driving A good source for this information can...

Page 194: ...itude road grades outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important And it can also dependon any special equipment thatyou have on your vehicle The following chart shows how much your trailer can weigh based upon vehicle model and options Model Engine GlOOOO 4 3L 5 OL 5 7L G20000 4 3L 5 OL 5 7L G30000 5 7L 6 5L 7 4L Axle Ratio 3 42 3 73 3 42 3 42 3 73 3 42 4...

Page 195: ...s weight of your vehicle The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo you may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And ifyou will tow a trailer you must addthe tongue load to theGVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity A B ...

Page 196: ...ch to the bumper Do not usea ball hitch because it could pull the bumper loose If you ll be pulling atrailer that when loaded will weigh more than4 000 lbs 1 800kg be sure to use a properly mounted weight distributing hitch and sway control of the proper size This equipment is very important for proper vehicle loading and good handling when you re driving Will you have to make any holes in the bod...

Page 197: ...ust be adequate Be sureto read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able toinstall adjust and maintain them properly If you have a rear most window openand you pull a trailer with your vehicle carbon monoxide CO could comeinto your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness or death See EngineExhaust in the Index To maximize your safety when towing a ...

Page 198: ...This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to besure that the load is secure and that thelamps and any trailer brakes are still working Following Distance Stay at least twiceas far behind the vehicle ahead as you would whendriving your vehicle withouta trailer This can helpyou avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns Pass...

Page 199: ...n the trailer are burned out Thus you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not It s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving On Grades Reduce speed andshift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer ...

Page 200: ...rakes When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you Start your engine Shift into a gear and Release the parking brake 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often whe...

Page 201: ...ting the wiring harness to your trailer 0 Dark Blue Use for electric trailer brakes eight wire harness only Orange Trailer accessory eight wireharness only Light Green Back up lamps 0 Brown Parking lamps 0 Yellow Left stoplamp and turn signal 0 Dark Green Right stoplamp and turn signal 0 White heavy gage Ground wire 0 White light gage Center high mounted stoplamp Securely attach the harness to the...

Page 202: ...NOTES 4 38 ...

Page 203: ... road 5 2 5 2 5 3 5 8 5 11 Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Gasoline Engine 5 14 5 21 5 2 1 5 22 5 36 Cooling System Gasoline Engines Engine Fan Noise If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 1 ...

Page 204: ...ur front and rear turnsignals flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your keyis in andeven if the key isn tin To turn off the flashers push the button until thefirst click and release When the hazard warningflashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can use them to warn others Set one up at theside of...

Page 205: ...ontain enough electricity toburn you If you don t follow these steps exactly someor all of these things can hurt you I NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costlydamage to your vehiclethat wouldn t be covered by your warranty Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it won t work and it could damageyour vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negati...

Page 206: ... your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involvedin thejump start procedure Put your automatic transmission in PARK P 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Turn off all lamps that aren tneeded and radios This will avoid sparks and helpsave both batteries and could save y...

Page 207: ...on t get it on you If you accidentally getit in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 5 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive and negative will go to an ...

Page 208: ... terminal if the vehicle hasone 7 Don t let the other end touch metal Connectit to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal Don t let theother end touch anything until the next step 5 6 ...

Page 209: ...ground location has been provided through a stud attached to the body surface 10 Remove the cap on the ground location before using 11 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 12 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service 5 7 ...

Page 210: ... tow it without damage See Roadside Assistance inyour Index If your vehicle has beenchanged since it was factory new by adding things like fog lamps aero skirting or special tires and wheels these thingscould be damagedduring towing Before youdo anything turn on the hazard warning flashers When you call tell the towing service 0 That your vehicle has rear wheel drive 0 The make model and year of y...

Page 211: ...steering wheel should be clamped in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing service Do not use the vehicle s steering column lock for this The transmission should be in NEUTRAL N and the parking brake should be released A CAUTION A vehicle can fall from a car carrierif it isn t adequately secured This can cause a collision serious personalinjury andvehicle damage The v...

Page 212: ... system will be damaged Use wheel lift or car carrierequipment Additional ramping may berequired for car carrier equipment Use safety chains and wheel straps Towing a vehicle over rough surfacescould damage a vehicle or wheel lift equipment To help avoid damage install a towing dolly and raise the vehicle until adequate clearance is obtained between the ground and or wheel lift equipment 5 10 ...

Page 213: ...t Use safety chains and wheel straps Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle Tohelp avoid damage install a towing dolly and raise the vehicle until adequate clearance is obtained betweenthe ground and or wheel lift equipment Engine Overheating Gasoline Engine You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle s instrument panel If you have a diesel engine youwill also fin...

Page 214: ... down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open thehood If you keep drivingwhen your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catchfire You or others couldbe badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine iscool NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant yourvehicle can be badly damaged The costly r...

Page 215: ...If you no longerhave 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 stillno sign of steam push the accelerator until the engine speed is about twice as fastas normal idle speed Bring the engine speed back to normal idle ...

Page 216: ...ft the hood here s what you ll see A Radiator Pressure Cap B Coolant Recovery Tank C Engine Fan s If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down e The coolant level should be ator above the FULL COLD mark 5 14 ...

Page 217: ... If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could beburned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle I NOTICE Engine damage fromrunning your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty If there seems to be no leak start the engine again See if the engine cooling fan speed increases when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pe...

Page 218: ...gerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning systemis set for the proper coolant mixture With plain wateror the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire andyou or otherscould beburned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean water and DEX COOL coolant...

Page 219: ...ou can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it A CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if youturn the radiator CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued pressure cap even alittle they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling syst...

Page 220: ...and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don tpress down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but ROW push down as you turn it Removethe pressure cap 5 18 ...

Page 221: ... up to the baseof the filler neck See EngineCoolant in the Index for more informationabout the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the COLD mark 5 Put thecap back onthe coolantrecovery tank but leave theradiator pressure capoff 5 19 ...

Page 222: ...or filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the properDEX 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 20 ...

Page 223: ...clutch partially disengages It s unusualfor a tire to blow out while you redriving especially if you maintain your tires properly Ifair 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 whatto do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot o...

Page 224: ...could be badly injured Find alevel place to change your tire To help prevent thevehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine To be evenmore certain the vehicle won t move you can putblocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would bethe tire on the other side of the vehicle at the opposite end T...

Page 225: ...alling the Spare Tire Steps 4 through 8 in this section Unless your vehicle hasa flat rear tire do not remove or restore a tire fromho a storage position under the vehicle while the vehicle is supportedby ajack Always tighten the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle when restoring If you have a vehicle which wascompleted from a cab and chassis refer to the information from the body supp...

Page 226: ... bracket Set the jack and jacking equipment near the flat tire I The ratchet has a DOWN side and an UP side Attach the ratchet withthe DOWN side facing you to the extension The extension has a socket end anda flat chisel end Put the flat end of the extension on an angle through the hole in the rear door frame above the bumper Besure the flat end connects into the hoist shaft 5 24 ...

Page 227: ... to hook the cable Then pull the spare from beneath the vehicle If the retainer pulls out hook the inside of the wheel and pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle When the tire has been lowered tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening I NOTICE I To help avoid vehicle damage do not drive vehicle before the cable is restored 5 25 ...

Page 228: ...ool Storage A Socket B Jack Handle C Ratchet D Jacking Tool Storage Box E Jack Handle Extension L t 4 The tools you llbe using include the jack A jack handle extension B jack handle C socket D and the ratchet E 5 26 ...

Page 229: ...he Wheel Covers and Locking Wheel Nuts 2 Loosen the plastic nut caps 1 You will need to take off the wheel nut caps to reach your wheel nuts Whenusing the ratchet andsocket make sure the DOWN side faces you 5 27 ...

Page 230: ... I Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 3 Remove the center cap 1 With the DOWN side facing you use the ratchet and socket to loosen all the wheel nuts Don tremove them yet 5 28 ...

Page 231: ...n the end Attach the socket end of the extension to the jack bolt Attach the ratchet to theextension with the UP side facing you 3 Rotate the ratchet to the right That will raise thejack lift head a little Front Position 5 29 ...

Page 232: ... could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only bya jack I A CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage besure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 5 30 ...

Page 233: ...ke sure the UP mark faces you Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit 6 Remove all the wheel nuts and takeoff the flat tire 7 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 5 31 ...

Page 234: ...e a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off I CAUTION I Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 8 Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each wheel nutby hand until the wheelis held against the hub 9 Lower the vehicle by rotating the...

Page 235: ...pairs evenly tighten thewheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification Put the wheel cover back on if you have one Remove any wheel blocks Remember that thejack jackingequipment and tire must be properly stored in their original storage position before you begin driving again The next part will show you how toringa Flat or Spare Tire and Tools I A CAUTION Storing a jack a...

Page 236: ...2 Pull the retaining bar through the center of the wheel making sure it is properly attached 3 Pull the wheel toward the rearof the vehicle keeping the cable tight 5 34 ...

Page 237: ...ar door frame above the bumper Turn the ratchetto the right until the tire is against the underside of the vehicle You will hear two clicks when the tire is upall the way Tryto move the tire with your handsto make sure it is securely in place Return thejacking equipment to the proper location Secure the items and replacethe jack cover 5 35 ...

Page 238: ...ing yourwheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires If you spin thewheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth you can destroy your transmission For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index Rocking Your VehicleTo Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels Th...

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Page 240: ...f i NOTES 5 38 ...

Page 241: ...Things Under the Hood Noise Control System Engine Oil Gasoline Engine Air Cleaner Gasoline Engines Automatic Transmission Fluid Rear Axle Engine Coolant Radiator Pressure Cap Thermostat Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery 6 32 6 32 6 40 6 4 1 6 5 1 6 5 1 6 55 6 56 6 57 6 57 6 57 6 59 6 60 6 61 6 66 6 67 6 69 Bulb Replacement Halogen Bulbs Windshield Wiper BladeReplacement T...

Page 242: ...t to do some of your ownservice work you ll want to use the properGM Service Manual It tells you much more about howto service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service andOwner Publications in the Index Your vehicle may have anair bag system If it does see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index before attemptingto do your own service work You s...

Page 243: ...ngine Supplement For vehicles withgasoline engines please read this Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher At a minimum it should meet specifications ASTM D4814 in the UnitedStates 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 Gasoline...

Page 244: ...or whether or not hisfuel contains MMT General Motors does not recommend the use ofsuch gasolines If fuels containingMMT are used spark plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turnon If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer forservice To provide cleaner air allgasolines in the United...

Page 245: ... can also write us at the following addressfor advice Just tell us where you re going and give your Vehicle Identification Number VIN General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation 1908Colonel SamDrive Oshawa Ontario LlH 8P7 Filling Your Tank Gasoline Engine If your vehicle has a diesel engine see Filling Your Tank Diesel Engine in the Diesel Engine Supplement The fuel cap is behind a hinged doo...

Page 246: ... yourself and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline canspray out on youif you openthe fuel fillercap 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 noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill gasoline Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon a...

Page 247: ...nk andemissions system may be damaged See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Portable Fuel Container I Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity dischargefrom the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badlyburned andyour vehicledamaged if this occurs To help avoidinjury to you and others 0 Dispense gasoline onlyinto approved con...

Page 248: ...tric fan A CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and starta fire These include liquids like gasoline or diesel fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or otherscould beburned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine To open the hood first pull thishandle inside the vehicle It isjust in front of the driv...

Page 249: ...rop fromits retainer and put thehood prop into the slot in thehood hinge The underhood lamp will automatically come on and stay on until the hood is closed Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hoodrelease 6 9 ...

Page 250: ...ood you ll see these items A A Battery B Coolant Recovery I ank C Engine Oil Dipstick D Engine Oil Fill E TransmissionDipstick E Air Cleaner G Power Steering Reservoir H Brake Master Cylinder I WindshieldWasher Fluid 6 10 ...

Page 251: ...ehicle The noise control system warranty is given in your Warranty booklet These standards apply only to vehicles sold in the United States Tampering With Noise Control System Prohibited Federal law prohibits thefollowing acts or the causing thereof 1 The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance repair or replacement of any device or element of design i...

Page 252: ...ine Engine If your vehicle has a diesel engine see Engine Oil Diesel Engine in the Diesel Engine Supplement 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 andthe vehicle must be on levelground The engine oil dipstick has a yellow handle and is located near the center of the engine compartment Turn off the engine and give t...

Page 253: ...eed to add atleast one quart of oil But you must use the right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index I NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged The engineoil filler cap is located between ...

Page 254: ... symbol If youchange your own oil be sure you use oil that has the Starburst symbol on the front of the oil container Ifyou 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 RECOMMENDEDSAEVISCOSITYGRADEENGINE OILS FOR BESTFUEL...

Page 255: ...on for your engine at extremely low temperatures Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil Your dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added When to Change Engine Oil If any one of these is true for you use the short tripkity maintenance schedule 0 0 0 0 0 Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles 8 to 16 km This is particularly important when outside temperatures are be...

Page 256: ...acturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can bea real threatto the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all free flowing oil from the filter before disposal Don tever dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouringit on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking itto a place that collects used oil If you...

Page 257: ...onthe engine with the air cleaner off NOTICE If the air cleaner is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine which willdamage it Always have the air cleaner in place when you re driving Automatic TransmissionFluid If your vehicle has adiesel engine see Automatic Transmission Fluid in the DieselSupplement When to Check and Change A good time to check y...

Page 258: ... engine parts or exhaust system parts starting a fire Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transmission fluid Wait at least30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you have beendriving 0 When outside temperatures are above 90 F 32 C 0 At high speed for quite a while In heavy traffic especially in hot weather While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the flu...

Page 259: ...Fluid Hot or Cold 0 Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running 0 With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P 0 Let the engine run at idle for three minutes or more Then without shuttingoff the engine ...

Page 260: ...ansmissionfluid 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 muchfluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Don t overfill I NOTICE We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON 111 because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transmi...

Page 261: ...ants in the Index Engine Coolant The coolings stem in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant is designea to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150 000miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOL6 extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see En...

Page 262: ...e of one half clean water preferably distilled and one half DEX COOL coolant which won t damage aluminum parts If you use this mixture you don t need to add anything else I A CACLILA Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil beforethe proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle scoolant warning system is set for theproper co...

Page 263: ...ackthe engine radiator heater core and otherparts If you have to add coolant more than four times a year have your dealer checkyour cooling system NOTICE If you usethe proper coolant you don t haveto add extra inhibitors or additives which claimto improve the system Thesecan be harmful Checking Coolant When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at FULL COLD or a little higher 6 23 ...

Page 264: ...t mixture at the recovery tank but be careful not tospill it You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolantcontainsethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts arehot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine Radiator Pressure Cap The radiator pressure cap must betightly installed with the arrows on the cap lined up withthe ovefflow tube on the radiator filler neck NOT...

Page 265: ...ar an unusual noise A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired How To Check Power SteeringFluid When the engine compartment is cool wipe the cap and thetop of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe thedipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at thefluid level on the dipstick Th...

Page 266: ...s and damage hoses and seals Windshield WasherFluid What to Use When you needwindshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where thetemperature may fall below freezing use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY Add washer fluid until the tank is full 6 26 ...

Page 267: ...f the washer system Also water doesn t cleanas well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluidtank only three quarters full when it s very cold This allowsfor expansion if freezing occurs which coulddamage the tank if it is completely full Don t use engine coolant antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer systemand paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is h...

Page 268: ...gs are worn then you ll have too much fluid whenyou get new brake linings You should add or remove brakefluid as necessary only when workis done on the brake hydraulic system If you have too much brake fluid it can spill on the engine The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough You or others could be burned and your vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake I...

Page 269: ...b CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could causea crash Always usethe proper brakefluid NOTICE 0 Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil suchas engine oil inyour brake system candamagebrake system parts so badly that they ll haveto be replac...

Page 270: ...ot mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly torque wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM specifications Your rear drum brakes don t have wear indicators but if you ever hear arear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake linings inspected immediately Also the rea...

Page 271: ...no longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways ifsomeone puts in thewrong replacement brake parts Every new vehicle hasan ACDelco Freedom battery You never have to add waterto one of these When it s...

Page 272: ... storageperiods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index Bulb Replacement Before you replace any bulbs be sure that allthe lamps are off and the engine isn t running See Replacement Bulbs inthe index for the proper types of bulbs to use Halogen Bulbs I A CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burstif you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could bei...

Page 273: ... composite system Sealed Beam Headlamps 2 Unplug the lamp assembly from the connector 3 Install a new headlamp 4 Reverse the previous steps to reinstall the headlamp 1 Remove the four screws from the headlamp retainer Pull the retainer out and set it aside 6 33 ...

Page 274: ...ackof the headlamp on the driver sside by turning the bulb to the left one quarter of a turn 4 On the passenger s side turn thebulb to the right one quarter of a turn Also to remove thebulb on the passenger s side you will need to move the battery 5 Install a new bulb Do not handle the glass part of the bulb 6 Reverse the previous steps to reinstall the headlamp ...

Page 275: ... To replace the front parkinghurn signal lamps 2 Remove the lamp from the grille 1 Remove the outer screws from the parkinghrn signal lamp lens assembly There are either two or four screws depending on your vehicle s trim level 6 35 ...

Page 276: ...e bulb assembly from the backof the lens and replace the bulb Reverse Steps 2 and 3 to replace the bulb Turn the socket to the right to replace it in the lens assembly Replace the screwson the parkingkurn signal lamp assembly Sidemarker Lamps 1 Remove the screw from the top of the lens 6 36 ...

Page 277: ...grille 3 Remove the bulb by twisting it out of the socket Turn the bulb to remove it Install the new bulb 4 Reverse these steps to reinstall the lamp Taillamps 1 Openthereardoor 2 Push the socket protector until you can see the fasteners 6 37 ...

Page 278: ...3 Remove the nuts with a deep socket wrench 4 Remove the hidden upper nuts ...

Page 279: ...5 Lift the lampas you rotate it toward the rear of the vehicle 6 Squeezethe tab on the side of the socketswhile turning them tothe left to remove 6 39 ...

Page 280: ...stall the lamp new bulb See Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index for the proper type of replacement blade Replacement bladescome in different types andare removed indifferent ways To remove the type witha release clip 1 To remove the old wiper blades lift the wiper arm until it locks into a vertical position ...

Page 281: ...r arm and blade assembly into the windshield Tires Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service see your GM Warranty booklet for details Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloading your tires can cause overheatingas aresult of too much friction You could h...

Page 282: ...ne tellyou that underinflation or overinflation is all right It s not If your tires don t hav 2enough air underinflation you can get the following Too much flexing Too much heat Tireoverloading 0 Badwear Badhandling Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following Unusualwear Badhandling Roughride Needless damage from road h...

Page 283: ...notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possibleand check wheel alignment Also check fordamaged tires or wheels See When It s Timefor New Tires and Wheel Replacement later in this sectionfor more information If your vehicle has dual rear wheels also see DualTire Operation later in this section The purposeof regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The ...

Page 284: ...certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index A CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident Whenyou change awheel remove any rust or dirt from places wherethe wheel attaches to the vehicle In anemergency youcan use a clothor a paper towel t...

Page 285: ...rother damage that can t be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage Dual Tire Operation When the vehicle is new or whenever a wheel wheel bolt or wheel nut is replaced check the wheel nut torque after 100 1 000and 6 000 miles 160 1600 and IO 000 km of driving For proper torque see Wheel Nut Torque in the Index The outer tire on a dual wheel setup generally wears faster than the...

Page 286: ...inue to have tires thatare designed to give proper endurance handling speed rating traction ride andother things during normal service on your vehicle If your tires have an all season tread design the TPC number will be followedby an MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction t...

Page 287: ...ver or temporary use spare tires tires with nominal rimdiameters of 10to 12inches 25 to 30 cm orto some limited production tires While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades they must also conform to Federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is ...

Page 288: ...lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloa...

Page 289: ...eels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with newGM original equipment parts This way you will be sureto have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts foryour vehicle Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affectthe braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air andmake you losecontrol You could have a collisi...

Page 290: ...ould fail suddenly and cause an accident Ifyou have to replacea wheel use a new GM original equipmentwheel Tire Chains NOTICE Use tire chainsonly where legal and only when you must Use chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the tires of the rear axle Tighten them as tightly as possible withthe ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer s instructi...

Page 291: ...you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle Alcohol 0 Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get ridof dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl leather plastic and painted surfaces with a clean damp cloth Your dealer has two cleaners Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner and Capture Non Solvent Dry Spot and Soil Remover for cleaningfabric and c...

Page 292: ...ng Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruitjuice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed asfollows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water 2 If a stain remains follow the multi purpose interior cleaner instructions described earlier 3 If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine treat thearea with a water...

Page 293: ...s product Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water anda mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry witha soft cloth Then let the leather dry naturally Do not use heat to dry 0 For stubborn stains use a leather cleaner See your dealer for this product 0 Never use oils varnishes solvent based or abrasive cleaners furniture polish or shoe polish on leather 0 Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immedia...

Page 294: ...ith a cloth soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent Then rinse the blade with water Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary replace blades that look worn Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months During verycold damp weather morefrequent applic...

Page 295: ...oft clean chamois or an 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 car washing mild detergent soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild pol...

Page 296: ...the paintfinish looking new by keeping yourvehicle garaged or covered whenever possible Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster Washing with water is all that is usually needed However youmay use chrome polish on chrome orstainless steeltrim if necessary Use special care with aluminum trim To avoid damaging protective trim never us...

Page 297: ...t metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to the parts repairedor replaced to restore corrosion protection Finish Damage Any stone chips fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and maydevelop into amajor repair expense Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch up materials ...

Page 298: ...ody car washing system can do this foryou Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle This damage can take two forms blotchy ringlet shaped discolorations and smallirregular dark spotsetched into the paint surface Although no defectin the paint job causes this GM will rep...

Page 299: ...bber and vinyl I 1052925 1 16 oz 0 473 L I I Multi Purpose Interior Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels Cleaner and floor mats 1052929 16oz 0 473 L Wheel Cleaner Spray on and rinsewith water 1052930 8 oz 0 237 L Capture Dry Spot Remover Attracts absorbs and removessoils 12345002 16 oz 0 473 L Armor All TM Cleaner Cleans and shines a variety of surface types 12345721 2 5 sq ft Synthetic ...

Page 300: ...ehicleCertification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is theengine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this labelon the front passenger door frame It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts Onthis label is...

Page 301: ...amp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in the lamp switch An electrical overload will cause the lamps to flicker on and off or in some cases to remain off If thishappens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor isprotected by acircuit breaker and afuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motorcools A...

Page 302: ...s door To remove fuses if you don t have afuse extractor hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and indexfinger and pull straight out Be sure to use the correct fuse If you ever have a problem on the road anddon t have a spare fuse you can borrow one of the correct value Just pick some feature of your vehicle thatyou can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse i...

Page 303: ...rrors IP Cluster DRL Relay DRL Module HDLP Switch Keyless Entry Illumination Low Coolant Module CHIME Module DRAB Module Hazard LampdCHIME Module Cruise Control Auxiliary Power Outlet DLC License Plate Lamp Parking Lamps Taillamps Front Sidemarkers Glove Box Ashtray Air Bags Wiper Motor WasherPump A C A C Blower High Blower Relay HTD Mirror Cigarette Lighter IP Cluster HVAC Controls RR HVAC Contro...

Page 304: ...ck up Lamps BTSI Solenoid Radio Ign Accy Upfitter ProvisionRelay 4WAL PCM ABS Cruise Control Radio Battery Power Antenna PRNDL Automatic Transmission EVO Steering Passlock Rear Window Defog RR HVAC Controls HIGH MED LOWRelays Power Door Lock Six Way Power Seat Keyless Entry Illumination Module PWR WDO Power Windows Fuse amperage levels are imprinted on the fuse panel under the dash 6 64 ...

Page 305: ...ent Panel Fuse Block Instrument Panel Fuse Block Headlamp Switch RRBLOWERRearAuxiliaryBlower Motor Relays ENG I AIC SPARE AUX A AUX B RH HDLP Heated 0 2 Sensors Mass Air Flow Sensor EGR Valve Solenoid Evap Canister Purge Valve Crankshaft Position Sensor Secondary Air Injection Relay Diesel Waterin Fuel Sensor Diesel Fuel Heater Diesel Glowplug Relay Diesel Wastegate Solenoid Diesel Air Conditionin...

Page 306: ...nditioning Clutch Relay Fuel Pump Relay VCM PCM Fuel Pump and Engine Oil Pressure Switch ReplacementBulbs LAMP OR BULB Sealed Beam Headlamps Composite Low Beam Headlamps Composite High Beam Headlamps Front Sidemarker Lamp Front Parking and TurnLamp Rear ParkingLamp Rear Stop and TurnLamp Back up Lamp Back up Lamp Rear Parking Stop and Turn Lamp CHMSL License Plate Lamp Underhood Lamp Reel Lamp Rea...

Page 307: ...ilt or if youhave any questions please contact your GM dealer These specifications are forinformation only If you have any questions see the service manual for the chassis or refer to the body manufacturer s publications Engine Identification Gasoline Engines Engine VORTEC 4300 VORTEC 5000 Type V6 V8 VIN Code w M Fuel System CSFI CSFI CentralSequential Fuel Injection 2Sequential Fuel Injection VOR...

Page 308: ...L After refill the level MUST be checked as outlined under Engine Cooling System in Section 5 Crankcase Capacity Approximate ENGINE VIN Quantity With Filter VORTEC 4300 W 4 5 Quarts 4 3 L VORTEC 5000 M 5 Quarts 4 8 L VORTEC 5700 R 5 Quarts 4 8 L VORTEC 7400 J 6 6Quarts 6 24 L After refill the level MUST be rechecked Add enough engine oilso that the fluid is within the proper operating range See En...

Page 309: ...ab and Chassis Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Engine VORTEC 4300 VORTEC 5000 VIN W M Oil Filter PF52 PF1218 Air Cleaner Filter A917C A917C PCV CV789C cv774c Spark Fuel Filter GF481 GF481 Radiator Cap RC36 RC36 VORTEC 5700 R PF1218 A917C cv774c 41 932 GF481 RC36 VORTEC 7400 J PF1218 A917C cv774c 41 932 GF481 RC36 Replace with AC Air Filter Part No A917C and for severedusty conditions use AC A...

Page 310: ...If you re not sure ask your dealer TYPE QTY Front Only QTY Front and Rear Refrigerant 3 00 lbs 1 36 kg 4 5 lbs 2 04 kg R 134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity NOTICE R 134a refrigerantis not compatible withR 12 refrigerant in an air conditioning system R 12 in an R 134a system will cause compressor failure refrigerant oil sludge or poor air conditioning system performance 6 70 ...

Page 311: ... NOTES 6 71 ...

Page 312: ...b NOTES 6 72 ...

Page 313: ...7 Introduction Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services Short Trip City Definition Short Trip City Intervals Long TripMighwayDefinition Long TripMighway Intervals 7 8 Short Trip City Maintenance Schedule 7 27 Long Trip Highway Maintenance Schedule 7 38 Part B Owner Checks at Each Fuel Fill up 7 42 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 44 Part D RecommendedFluids and Lubricants 7 46 Part E Mainten...

Page 314: ... are important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the qualityof the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protectour environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition please maintain your vehicle properly Have you purchused the GM Protection Plan The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties ...

Page 315: ...ion See Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C PeriodicMaintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your dealer s service department or another qualified service center should perfom Part D Recommended Fluids and L...

Page 316: ...go to your dealer foryour service needs you ll know that GM trained and supportedservice people will perform the work usinggenuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricantsto use are listedin P a r tD Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be replacedand all necessary repairs done before you or anyone elsedrivesthe vehicle These schedules are for vehicles that carry pa...

Page 317: ... operate your vehicle under any o f these conditions is that these conditionscause engine oil to break down soonex Short TriplCity Intervals Gasoline Engines Every 3 000 Miles 5000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or3 months whichever occursfist Chassis Lubrication or3 months whichever occurs first Drive Axle Service or3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10000 k m Tire Rotation Every ...

Page 318: ...00Miles 240 000 km Cooling System Service or every 60 months whichever occurs first These intervals only summarize maintenance services Be sureto follow the complete maintenanceschedule on thefollowing pages 1Long Wp HighwayDef tion Gasoline Engine Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip City Maintenance Schedule is true Do not use this schedule if theve...

Page 319: ... vehicles over 8600GVWR or driven under severe conditions only Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic 1 Long Tripmighway Intervals Gasoline Engines Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Exhaust Gas Recirculation System Inspection Evaporative Control System Inspection Every 100 000Miles 166000 km Spark Plug Wire Inspection Spark Plug...

Page 320: ...ces be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension kingpin bushings steering linkage and rear driveline center splines A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection under Periodic Maintenance Inspections in Part C of this schedule Drive axle service see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index for ...

Page 321: ...ccurs fiist 0Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Check axle fluidlevel and add fluid as needed Seefootnote Cl Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote 9 000 Miles 15 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occur...

Page 322: ...oper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote An Emission ControlService See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission ControlService 0Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Inspect air cleaner filterif you are drivingin dustyconditions Replace filter See footnote if necessary...

Page 323: ...curs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote 21 000 Miles 35000 km 0 Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occur...

Page 324: ...tation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 27 000 Miles 45000 km Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote 30 000 Miles 50 000 km 0 Change engine oiland filter or every 3 mo...

Page 325: ...and underhood insulation for damage or looseness Adjust or replace as required This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 33 000 Miles 5 5000 km 0 Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Em...

Page 326: ...See footnote 0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote 39 000 Miles 65000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricatechassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote 42 000 Miles 70000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or e...

Page 327: ...rs first 0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote 0 Clean and repack the frontwheel bearings or at each brake relining I7 Inspect air cleaner filterif you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter An Emission Control Service See footnote whichever occurs first if necessary An Emission Control Service Seefootnote 0 Vehicles With GVWR Above 8 500lbs Only Inspectshields and ...

Page 328: ...rn and additional information See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km 0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle s GVWR is over 8600 lbs or if the vehicle is mainlydriven under one or more of DATE I MILEAGE DATE I E A G E SERVICEDBY ACTUAL these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outsidetemperature regularly reaches 90 F In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent ...

Page 329: ...whichever occufs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote An Emission ControlService See footnote 57 000 Miles 95000 km 0 Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichev...

Page 330: ... 0 Vehicles With GVWR Above 8 500lbs Only Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness Adjust or replace as required This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States An Emission Control Service An Emission Control Service See footnote f the service manual An Emission Control Service See footnote An Emission Control Service See footn...

Page 331: ... An Emission Control Service See footnote rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 0 Replace air cleaner filter 0 Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper 63 000 Miles 105 000 km 0 Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission ControlService ...

Page 332: ...d additional information See footnote An Emission ControlService See footnote 69 000Miles 115 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricatechassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote 72 000Miles 120 000 km 0 Change engine oil andfilter ...

Page 333: ...er occurs first 0 Clean and repackthe front wheel bearings or at each brake relining 0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter An Emission Control Service See footnote whichever occurs first if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote 0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote 0 Vehicles With GVWRAbove 8 500 lbs Only Inspectshie...

Page 334: ...ion in the Index for proper rotation pattern andadditional information See footnote See footnote 81 000Miles 135 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first Lubricate chassis components or every3 months whichever occurs first An Emission ControlService See footnote 0 Check axle fluid level and add fluidas needed See footnote 84 000Miles 140 000 km 0 Change engine...

Page 335: ...0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km 0 Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Check axle fluidlevel and add fluid as needed See footnote 0 Clean and repack the front wheel bearin...

Page 336: ...s is a Noise EmissionControl Service Applicable onlyto vehicles sold in the UnitedStates 93 000 Miles 155000 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 Check axle fluid level and add fluidas needed See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote 96 000 Miles 160000 km 0 Change engine oil...

Page 337: ... chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Inspect sparkplug wires An Emission Control Service 0 Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service 0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle s GVWR is over 8600 lbs or if the vehicleis m...

Page 338: ...ly and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter An Emission ControlService 0 Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve 150 000Miles 240 000 km Drain flush and refillcooling system or every 60 months since last service Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressurecap and neck Pressure test cooling system andpressure cap whichever occurs f...

Page 339: ...it recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s usefullife We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension kingpin bushings steering linkage and rear driveline center splines A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection under Periodic...

Page 340: ... 25 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricatechassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first CI Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote 0 Vehicles With GVWR Above 8 500 lbs Only Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness Adjust orreplace as required This isLE Noise Emission ControlService Applic...

Page 341: ...ote An Emission Control Service See footnote 30 000 Miles 50 000 km 0 Change engineoil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first 0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote 0 Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or ateach brake relining 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the In...

Page 342: ...ace as required This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicableonly to vehiclessold in the UnitedStates 37 500 Miles 62500 km 0 Change engineoil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 12months whichever occurs first 0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection an...

Page 343: ... This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km 0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle s GVWR is over 8600 lbs or if the vehicleis mai...

Page 344: ...rst 0 Check axle fluid level and addfluid as needed See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote 60 000Miles 100 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs firs...

Page 345: ...e parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote f 0 Vehicles With GVWR Above 8 500lbs Only Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness Adjust or replace as required This isa Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States the service manual An Emission Control Service See footnote 0 Conduct evaporative control system inspection C...

Page 346: ... 125 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first An Emission ControlService Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first 0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote 0 Vehicles With GVWR Above 8 500Ibs Only Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness Adjust or replace as required This isa Noise Emissio...

Page 347: ...onal information See footnote MILEAGE An Emission Control Service See footnote 90 000 Miles I50 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first 0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote 0 Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining 0 Replace fuel filt...

Page 348: ...ion pattern and additional information See footnote 97 500 Miles 162 500 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components orevery 12months whichever occurs first 0 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed See footnote 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See...

Page 349: ...e or delivery service previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter An Emission Control Service 0 If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed 0 Inspect Positive CrankcaseVentilation PCV valve 150 000 Miles 240 000 km Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs ...

Page 350: ...er orrn these underhood checks at eachfitelfill Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check theengine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Indexfor further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washerf...

Page 351: ...lades for wear or cracking Replace blade inserts that 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 in theIndex A fluid loss may indicate a problem Check the system and repair if needed At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders S...

Page 352: ...only in PARK P or NEUTRAL N If the starter works inany other position your vehicle needs service When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps below 1 2 3 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface Firmly applythe parking brake see Parking Brake in the Index if ne...

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 theparking brake sholding ability With the enginerunning and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake ...

Page 354: ...nspect the power steering lines and hosesfor proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Exhaust System Inspection Inspect thecomplete exhaust system Inspect the body near theexhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as openseams holes loose connectionsor other conditions which could cause a heatbuild up in thefloor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the ...

Page 355: ...dex A fluid lossmay indicate a problem Check the axle and repair it if needed Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brakelines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Also inspect drum brake linings for wear andcracks Inspect other brake parts including drums wheel cylinders calipers parki...

Page 356: ...lean water preferablydistilled and use only GM Goodwrench DEX COOL or Havoline DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index IUSAGE Hydraulic Brake System Parking Brake Cable Guides Power Steering System Automatic Transmission Key Lock Cylinders FLUIDLUBRICANT Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967or equivalent DOT 3 Brake Fluid Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985or equivalent or lu...

Page 357: ... Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB USAGE One Piece Propshaft Spline Hood Latch Assembly Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Hood Hinges Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Squeaks FLUIDLUBRICANT Spline Lubricant Special Lubricant GM Part No 12345879 or lubricant meeting requirements of GM 998530 Lubriplate Lubri...

Page 358: ...ervices are performed recordthe the followingrecordpages Also youshouldretain all date odometer reading andwhoperformed the servicemaintenancereceipts Your owner informationportfolio in theboxesProvided after themaintenanceinterval is a convenient place to storethem Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7 46 ...

Page 359: ...Maintenance Record I ODOMETER I DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7 47 ...

Page 360: ...Maintenance Record SERVICED BY 7 48 ...

Page 361: ...ction 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 SafetyDefects to GeneralMotors Orde...

Page 362: ...wever ifa concern has not been resolved to your 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 contactthe owner of thedealership or the general manager 8 2 ...

Page 363: ... 7854 French For help outside of the United States and Canada call the following numbers as appropriate 0 In Mexico 525 625 3256 0 In the U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 0 In the Dominican Republic 1 800 751 41 35 English or 1 800 751 4136 Spanish 0 In the Bahamas 1 800 389 0009 0 In Bermuda Barbados Antigua and the British Virgin Islands 1 800 534 0 122 0 In all other Caribbean countries 809 76...

Page 364: ...ssistanceIdormation booklet for addressesof GM Overseas offices When contacting GMC please remember that your conc will likely be resolved in the dealership using the dealer s facilities equipment and personnel That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired a...

Page 365: ...ry Delivery of enough fuel for the customer to get tothe nearest service station up to 4 00 will be covered Jump Start No start situations which require a battery jump start will be covered at no charge Lock Out Replacement keys or locksmith service will be covered at no charge if you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle Delivery of the replacement key will be covered at no charge within 10m...

Page 366: ...ht lodgingif vehicle disablement occurs 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 pay for expenses at the time of disablement Original receipts should be submittedto GMC Roadside Assistance for reimbursement A service representative will provide assistance when you call The Roadside Assista...

Page 367: ...ochure provided by the dealer or call 1 800 268 6800 for emergency services 0 Telephone number and location from which you 0 Location license plate number and color of your 0 Mileage of vehicle and description of problem are calling GMC truck Roadside Assistance is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week 365 days a year including weekends and holidays Should you have anyquestions about roadside ass...

Page 368: ... another person Le friend neighbor etc in lieu of rental for overnight warranty repair upto a five day maximum All Courtesy Transportationarrangements will be administered by your GMC dealership service management All requests should reflect actual costs up to and not to exceed the maximum allowable dollur limits Some state insurance regulations makeit impractical to rent vehicles to people under ...

Page 369: ...can assist in arriving at a solutionto a disagreement regarding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty To assist in resolving these disagreements GMC voluntarily participates in BBB AUTO LINE BBB AUTO LINE isan 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 370: ...stomer Assistance Center at 1 800 GMC 8782 1 800 462 8782 Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warrantyinformation REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle hasa defect whichcould cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Ad...

Page 371: ...hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 GMC 8782 1 800 462 8782 or write GMC Consumer Relations 31 E Judson Street 1607 04 Pontiac MI 48342 2230 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LlH 8P7 Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canad...

Page 372: ...lletins givetechnical service information needed to knowledgeably serviceGeneral Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructionsto assist inthe diagnosis and service of your vehicle PLEASE COMPLETE THE ORDER FORM SHOWN ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE AND MAIL TO Helm Incorporated RO Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 OWNER S INFORMATION Owner publications are written directly for Owners and intended to p...

Page 373: ...ithout notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery L P A Y M E N T Check or Money Order payableto Michigan Purchasers TOTAL MATERIAL Helm Inc USA funds add 6 sales tax only do not send cash 0Mastercard Canadian Postage 0VISA 0Discover U S Order Processing See Note Below 5 00 GRAND TOTAL Account m lm l Number Expiration mm l Date mo yr Check here if your billing address is...

Page 374: ...i b NOTES 8 14 ...

Page 375: ...ck Brake System Warning Light 2 57 4 7 Brakes 4 7 Appearancecare 6 51 Appearance Care Materials 6 59 ArbitrationProgram 8 9 Audio Systems 3 7 Ashtrays 2 48 Automatic Transmission Check 7 39 Transmission Fluid 6 17 TransmissionOperation 2 21 Shifting 2 21 Transmission Park Mechanism Check 7 41 LockingRear 2 30 Rear 6 21 Axle Battery 6 31 JumpStarting 5 3 Replacement Remote Keyless Entry 2 8 Warning...

Page 376: ...are of Compact DiscPlayer 3 26 CassetteTape Player 3 9 3 11 Charging SystemLight 2 54 Check GagesLight 2 62 Checking Transmission Fluid Hot 6 18 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 61 ChemicalPaint Spotting 6 58 ChildRestraints 1 46 Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position 1 52 Securingin the CenterRear Seat Position 1 54 Securingin the Center Seat Position 1 54 Securingin the Passenger Seat Positio...

Page 377: ... DeadBattery 5 3 Defects ReportingSafety 8 10 8 1 1 DefensiveDriving 4 2 Defogging 3 3 3 4 Defrosting 3 3 3 4 DomeLamps 2 43 Door Locks 2 4 Sliding 2 12 Storage 2 48 Swing Out Side 2 10 Drive Position Automatic Transmission 2 23 DriverPosition 1 17 Driving City 4 18 Defensive 4 2 Drunken 4 3 Freeway 4 19 InaBlizzard 4 25 In ForeignCountries 6 5 IntheRain 4 15 Night 4 14 OnCurves 4 9 On Grades Whil...

Page 378: ...ank 6 5 Filter Air 6 16 Finish Care 6 55 FinishDamage 6 57 FirstGear AutomaticTransmission 2 23 Flashers HazardWarning 5 2 FlatTire Changing 5 22 Fluids and Lubricants 7 44 ForeignCountries Fuel 6 5 French Language Manual 11 Front Parkingmurn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement 6 35 Front Storage Area 2 48 FrontTowing 5 10 Fuel 6 3 Canada 6 3 Filling a Portable Container 6 7 Gage 2 63 In ForeignCountries...

Page 379: ...7 Inflation Tire 6 42 Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror 2 45 Inspections 7 42 Brakesystem 7 43 Engine Cooling System 7 42 Exhaust Systems 7 42 Ignition TransmissionLock Check 7 41 RearAxle 7 43 Steering 7 42 Suspension 7 42 Throttle System 7 43 Instrument Cluster 2 51 Instrument Panel 2 50 Brightness Control 2 40 Cleaning 6 53 FuseBlock 6 62 Interior Lamps 2 43 Jack Tire 5 23 Jump Starting 5 3 Keyle...

Page 380: ...intenance Schedule 7 1 Long TripMLighway 7 27 Long Tripmighway Definition 7 6 Long Trip Highway Intervals 7 7 Owner Checks and Services 7 38 Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 42 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 44 Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 4 ShortTripKity 7 8 Short Trip City Definition 7 5 Short TripKity Intervals 7 5 Maintenance Underbody 6 58 Maintenance When Trailer Towing 4 36 Malfu...

Page 381: ...s 1 25 Parking Lots 2 16 Problems on the Road 5 1 Publications Service and Owner 8 11 8 12 Radiator 5 18 RadiatorPressureCap 6 24 Radio Reception 3 23 Radios 3 7 3 9 3 11 3 16 Rain Driving In 4 15 ReadingLamps 2 43 Rear Axle 6 21 DoorSecurityLocks 2 5 Outside Seat Position 1 34 Towing 5 11 Rear Air Conditioningand Rear Heater 3 5 Rear Heater Controls without Air Conditioning 3 4 Rear Passenger Tem...

Page 382: ...er Position 1 26 Rear Seat OutsidePassengerPositions 1 34 Reminder Light I 12 2 53 Replacing After a Crash 1 62 RightFrontPassengerPosition 1 26 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1 19 Smaller ChildrenandBabies 1 41 1 44 UseDuringPregnancy 1 25 WhyTheyWork 1 13 Safety Chains 4 33 Safety Defects Reporting 8 10 8 11 Safety Warningsand Symbols 111 ScheduledMaintenance Services 7 4 Seatback Reclining 1 3 S...

Page 383: ...eAreas 2 48 Storage Vehicle 6 3 1 Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 36 Sunvisors 2 49 Symbols Vehicle v Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1 19 Taillamp Bulb Replacement 6 37 TapePlayerCare 3 25 Temperature Control Rear Passenger 3 5 Theft 2 15 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 21 Thermostat 6 25 Third Gear Automatic Transmission 2 23 Tilt Steering Wheel 2 34 Time Setting the 3 7 TireChains 6 50 TireLoading 4 27...

Page 384: ...es 4 32 Maintenance When Towing 4 36 TTYUsers 8 4 Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals 2 35 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer 4 35 Underbody Maintenance 6 58 Underhood Lamp 2 44 Vehicle Control 4 5 Damagewarnings iv IdentificationNumber 6 60 Loading 4 27 Storage 6 31 VentilationSystem 3 6 VisorVanityMirrors 2 49 Visors Sun 2 49 warning Devices 5 2 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 2 53 WasherFlu...

Page 385: ...shieldWiper 2 36 Wiper Blade Cleaning 6 54 BladeReplacement 6 40 Wiring Headlamp 6 61 Cleaning the Blades 6 54 Wiper Blade Check 7 39 Fuses 6 61 WreckerTowing 5 8 Winter Driving 4 23 Wrench Wheel 5 24 9 11 ...

Page 386: ... or see the index in the back of the o For vehicles equipped with a diesel engine see the Diesel Supplement bwner s man BATT RY P6 31 TIRES P6 41 ENGINE COOLANT P6 23 ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK SECONDARY HOOD RELEASE P6 9 WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID P6 26 HOOD RELEASE P6 8 FUEL DOOR P6 5 ual 9 12 ...

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