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GMC 1999 Sonoma, Owner'S Manual

The GMC 1999 Sonoma Owner's Manual is an essential guide for any proud owner. Available for free download at manualshive.com, this comprehensive manual provides detailed instructions, maintenance tips, and troubleshooting advice to ensure optimal performance. Get your copy now and delve deeper into your Sonoma's incredible capabilities.

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6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the

upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the
engine cooling fan.

7. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator

filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add
more of the proper DEX

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COOL

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 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.

Summary of Contents for 1999 Sonoma

Page 1: ...erent conditions 5 1 Problems on the Road This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or overheated engine etc 6 1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good 7 1 Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use 8 1 ...

Page 2: ...t appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it We support voluntary technician certification For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propriétaires canadiens Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de ce guide en fra...

Page 3: ... 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 Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the cau...

Page 4: ... that could damage your vehicle In the notice area we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels ...

Page 5: ...symbols have to do with your lamps MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH TURN SIGNALS PARKING LAMPS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER WINDSHIELD WASHER WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER VENTILATING FAN These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights ENGINE COOLANT TEMP BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM BRAKE COOLANT ENGINE OIL ...

Page 6: ...yellowblue vi Model Reference This manual covers these models Regular Cab Pickup Extended Cab Pickup ...

Page 7: ...e for Everyone 1 11 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 12 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 12 Driver Position 1 19 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 20 Right Front Passenger Position 1 20 Air Bag System 1 31 Center Passenger Position 1 33 Rear Seat Passengers Extended Cab Jump Seats 1 34 Children 1 37 Child Restraints 1 49 Larger Children 1 52 Safety Belt E...

Page 8: ...al driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Pull up on the lever under the front of the manual seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is loc...

Page 9: ... toward the front of the vehicle to increase lumbar support and toward the rear of the vehicle to decrease lumbar support Reclining Seatbacks Bucket Seats or 60 40 Bench To adjust the front seatback lift the lever on the outer side of the seat Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to an upright position ...

Page 10: ...do its job because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seat...

Page 11: ...forward it will return to the reclined position CAUTION If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked Easy Entry Seat Extended Cab Models The right front bucket or split bench seat of your vehicle makes it easy to get in and out of the rear vehicle area D...

Page 12: ... Seat Extended Cab Models Your extended cab pickup has a jump seat in the rear area To fold the jump seat down pull down on the handle on the bottom of the seat until the seat is in place then move the seatback to a vertical position To store the seat fold the seatback down on the cushion then push the entire seat up until it is flush with the trim panels Don t let the safety belts be damaged by t...

Page 13: ...sten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your ve...

Page 14: ...eople who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels ...

Page 15: ...yellowblue 1 9 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop ...

Page 16: ...yellowblue 1 10 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel ...

Page 17: ...y belt even if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags why should I have to wear safety belts A Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of the...

Page 18: ...o Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see the part of this manual called Children Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you ll want to know which restraint systems...

Page 19: ...cross you more slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle en...

Page 20: ...to slide under the lap 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 if there s a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor ...

Page 21: ...r belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body ...

Page 22: ...TION 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 be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you ...

Page 23: ...ou can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen ...

Page 24: ... is twisted across the body CAUTION 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 ...

Page 25: ...door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy ...

Page 26: ... belt except for one thing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Air Bag System This part explains the air bag system Your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger Next ...

Page 27: ...ollover rear side or low speed frontal crashes And for unrestrained occupants Next Generation air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful air bags have provided in the past Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there s an air bag for that person CAUTION Air bags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye If you re to...

Page 28: ...stem is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this manual called Children and see the caution labels on the sunvisors and the right front passenger s safety belt There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the air bag symbol Th...

Page 29: ...blue 1 23 How the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side ...

Page 30: ... the threshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers side impacts or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant In any particular crash no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were Inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehi...

Page 31: ...o contact with 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 CAUTION When an air bag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a hist...

Page 32: ...ter up to the carpeting or higher or if water enters your vehicle and soaks the carpet the air bag controller can be soaked and ruined If this ever happens and then you start your vehicle the damage could make the air bags inflate even if there s no crash You would have to replace the air bags as well as the sensors and related parts If your vehicle is ever in a flood or if it s exposed to water t...

Page 33: ...ride in the front seat because D my vehicle has no rear seat D although children ages 1 to 12 ride in the rear seat s whenever possible children ages 1 to 12 sometimes must ride in the front because no space is available in the rear seat s of my vehicle or D the child has a medical condition which according to the child s physician makes it necessary for the child to ride in the front seat so that...

Page 34: ... crash if the right front passenger s air bag is turned off it wouldn t be able to inflate and help provide this restraint for the person sitting there The larger the occupant and the more severe the crash the greater the risk becomes Don t turn off the passenger s air bag unless the person sitting there is in a risk group identified by the national government To turn off the right front passenger...

Page 35: ...switch is off If this ever happens don t let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of a passenger air bag risk group sit in the right front passenger s position for example don t secure a rear facing child restraint in your vehicle until you have your vehicle serviced To turn the right front passenger s air bag on again insert your ignition key into the switch push in and ...

Page 36: ...ied to do so The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Q If I add a push bumper or a bicycle rack to the front of my vehicle will it keep the air bags from working properly A As long as the push bumper or bicycle rack is attached to your vehicle so that the vehicle s basic structure isn t changed it s not likely to keep the air bags from...

Page 37: ...Lap Belt If your vehicle has a bench seat someone can sit in the center position When you sit in a center seating position you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt ...

Page 38: ...ckle 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 ever had to ...

Page 39: ...ortant for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Each jump seat has a lap belt with no retractor To make the belt ...

Page 40: ... the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Smaller Children and Babies CAUTION Children who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed This is true eve...

Page 41: ...hild small 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 frontal crash an infant in a rear facing restraint settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across ...

Page 42: ...or example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold Secure the baby in an infant restraint but be sure to turn off the passenger s air bag See Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position in the Index for more on this including important safety information ...

Page 43: ...priate restraints Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints are available in four basic types When selecting a child restraint take into consideration not only the child s weight and size but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used ...

Page 44: ...rd the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant restraint B positions an infant to face the rear of the vehicle Rear facing infant restraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs 9 kg and about one year of age This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant s head neck and body can have the support they need in a frontal crash Some infant seats come in two parts the base stays...

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Page 46: ...These forward facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs 9 to 18 kg and about 26 to 40 inches 66 to 102 cm 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 ...

Page 47: ...aint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury The instructions that come with the infant or child restraint will show you how to do that Both the owner s manual and the child restraint instructions are imp...

Page 48: ...e very close to the inflating air bag Be sure to turn off the air bag before using a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat position Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it Top Strap Canadian law requires that ...

Page 49: ...s vehicle The dealer can then install the anchor for you This work will be done for you free of charge Or you may install the anchor yourself using the instructions provided in the kit Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position Don t use child restraints in this position The restraints won t work properly Jump Seats Extended Cab Don t use child restraints in these positions The r...

Page 50: ...passenger air bag There s a switch on the instrument panel that you can use to turn off the right front passenger s air bag when you want to secure a rear facing child restraint at the right front passenger s position See AIR BAG OFF Switch in the Index for more on this including important safety information ...

Page 51: ...hild restraint is suitable for your child always move the passenger seat as far back as it will go CAUTION If the air bag readiness light ever comes on when you have turned off the air bag it means that something may be wrong with the air bag system The right front passenger s air bag could inflate even though the switch is off If this ever happens don t let anyone whom the national government has...

Page 52: ...ee AIR BAG OFF Switch in the Index If your child restraint is forward facing always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing it in this seat See Seats in the Index 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how If the should...

Page 53: ... feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure ...

Page 54: ...rson won t have the extra protection of an air bag In a crash the air bag wouldn t be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there Your vehicle has an energy absorbing safety belt for the right front passenger This belt is designed to work with the air bag to provide restraint in some collisions by partially giving or yielding after first restraining the occupant s motion In a crash i...

Page 55: ...er Children Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle s safety belts D Children who aren t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash D Children who aren t buckled up can strike other people who are ...

Page 56: ...houlder belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very close to the child s face or n...

Page 57: ...e belt in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash ...

Page 58: ...rash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you ve had a crash do you need new belts After a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts wer...

Page 59: ...ting Your Engine 2 17 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 18 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 21 Manual Transmission Operation 2 23 Four Wheel Drive If Equipped 2 26 Parking Brake 2 27 Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transmission Only 2 29 Shifting Out of PARK P Automatic Transmission Only 2 30 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 31 Engine Exhaust 2 31 Running Your Engine While You re Parked Automati...

Page 60: ...n a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with children ...

Page 61: ...ler or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep this number in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using this number Your selling dealer should also have this number NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of features that can help prevent theft But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside You may even ha...

Page 62: ...hance 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 be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle You can use the keyless entry system if you have this feature You can use your key to unlock your door from the outside To lock your door from the inside slide ...

Page 63: ...he power lock switch is pressed when a door is open and the key is in the ignition all the doors will lock and the driver s door will unlock Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle take your keys open your door and set the locks from inside Then get out and close the door Keyless Entry System If Equipped If your vehicle has this option you can lock and unlock your doors from about 3 fe...

Page 64: ...work try this D Check to determine if battery replacement or resynchronization is necessary See the instructions that follow D Check the distance You may be too far from your vehicle You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather D Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Take a few steps to the left or right hold the transmitter higher and try again D If...

Page 65: ...d the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have only four transmitters matched to it Battery Replacement Under normal use the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle before the ...

Page 66: ...r will not respond to a signal it has been sent previously This prevents anyone from recording and playing back the signal from the transmitter To resynchronize your transmitter stand close to your vehicle and press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the transmitter at the same time for seven seconds The door locks should cycle to confirm synchronization If the locks do not cycle see your dea...

Page 67: ... front Then push forward so the larger part of the hole is over the bolt Pull the end over the bolt 3 With the tailgate halfway down pull the tailgate toward you at the left side and then move the tailgate to the left to release the right side Reverse the procedure to reinstall Make sure the tailgate is secure Theft Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your vehicle has ...

Page 68: ... them with you Parking Lots If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle it s best to lock it up and take your keys But what if you have to leave your ignition key What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle D Put your valuables in a storage area like your glove box D If your vehicle has a remote keyless entry system take the transmitter with you D Lock all the...

Page 69: ... key or use the remote keyless entry transmitter Unlocking a door any other way will set off the alarm If you set off the alarm by accident unlock any door with the key YoucanalsoturnoffthealarmbypressingUNLOCKon the remote keyless entry transmitter The alarm won t stop if you try to unlock a door any other way Testing the Alarm The alarm can be tested by following these steps 1 From inside the ve...

Page 70: ...owever your Passlock system is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock at this time You may also want to check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index See your dealer for service In an emergency call the GM Roadside Assistance Center See Roadside Assistance in the Index New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your vehicle doesn t need an ...

Page 71: ...r windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in the vehicle with children Use the key to turn the ignition switch to five different positions ACCESSORY A This position lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off Push in the key and turn it toward you Your steering wheel will remain locked just as it was before you inserted t...

Page 72: ...cle is being towed RUN D This is the position for driving START E This position starts your engine CAUTION On manual transmission vehicles turning the key to LOCK will lock the steering column and result in a loss of ability to steer the vehicle This could cause a collision If you need to turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving turn the key only to OFF Don t press the key release button wh...

Page 73: ... which will allow certain features of your vehicle to continue to work up to 20 minutes after the ignition key is turned to OFF Your radio and power windows will work when the ignition key is in RUN or ACCESSORY Once the key is turned from RUN to OFF these features will continue to work for up to 20 minutes or until a door is opened Starting Your Engine Automatic Transmission Move your shift lever...

Page 74: ...ng your battery or damaging your starter 2 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same thing but this time keep the pedal down for five or six sec...

Page 75: ...f your engine still won t start or starts but then stops wait 15 seconds and start over When the engine starts let go of the key and the accelerator pedal NOTICE Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engin...

Page 76: ...e temperature the kind of oil you have and some other things Instead of trying to list everything here we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you ll be parking your vehicle The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area Automatic Transmission Operation Your automatic transmission has a shift lever on the steering column There are several different positions for you...

Page 77: ... lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehicle has a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock BTSI You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition key is in RUN If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into th...

Page 78: ...elerator pedal about halfway down D Going about 35 mph 55 km h or more push the accelerator all the way down You ll shift down to the next gear and have more power DRIVE D should not be used when towing a trailer carrying a heavy load driving on steep hills or for off road driving Select THIRD 3 when operating the vehicle under any of these conditions THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal ...

Page 79: ...lso if you stop when going uphill don t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transmission Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to hold your vehicle in position on a hill Manual Transmission Operation 5 Speed This is your shift pattern Here s how to operate your transmission FIRST 1 Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST 1 Then slowly let u...

Page 80: ...t before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to NEUTRAL NEUTRAL Use this position when you start or idle your engine REVERSE R To back up press the clutch pedal After the vehicle stops shift into REVERSE R For vehicles equipped with the VORTEC 4300 V6 engine you must wait six seconds before shifting into REVERSE R Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press th...

Page 81: ...downshift CAUTION If you skip more than one gear when you downshift you could lose control of your vehicle You could injure yourself or others Don t shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift If your vehicle has four wheel drive and is equipped with a manual transmission disregard the SHIFT light when the transfer case is in 4LO Four Wheel Drive If Equipped If your vehicle has four...

Page 82: ...half as bright as the others 4HI This setting engages your front axle to help drive your vehicle Use 4HI when you need extra traction such as on snowy or icy roads or in most off road situations 4LO This setting also engages your front axle to give you extra traction You may never need 4LO It sends the maximum power to all four wheels You might choose 4LO if you were driving off road in sand mud o...

Page 83: ... in NEUTRAL N or the clutch pedal engaged On automatic transmission equipped vehicles if your transfer case does not shift into 4LO your transmission indicator switch may require adjustment With your transmission in NEUTRAL N press and release the 4LO switch While the 4LO indicator light is flashing shift your transmission into PARK P Wait until the 4LO indicator light remains illuminated before s...

Page 84: ...tion Parking Brake To set the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot If the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on To release the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down Pull the BRAKE RELEASE lever fully It is located on the bottom of the driver s side of the instrument panel NOTICE Dri...

Page 85: ...he vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow Always put the shift lever fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever in...

Page 86: ...h the Engine Running Automatic Transmission Only CAUTION It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the engine runni...

Page 87: ...fting Into PARK P in the Index When you are ready to drive move the shift lever out of PARK P before you release the parking brake If torque lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of PARK P Automatic Transmission Only CAUTION Bef...

Page 88: ...ixed as soon as you can Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transmission Only Before you get out of your vehicle turn off your engine put your manual transmission in REVERSE R and firmly apply the parking brake If you are parking on a hill or if your vehicle is pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under...

Page 89: ...nto your vehicle D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and D Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked Automatic Transmission It s better not to park with the engine running But if ever you have to here are some things to know CAUTION Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle see th...

Page 90: ... Towing a Trailer in the Index Locking Rear Axle If your vehicle has this feature your locking rear axle can give you additional traction on snow mud ice sand or gravel It works like a standard axle most of the time but when one of the rear wheels has no traction and the other does this feature will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle Windows Manual Windows Turn the hand crank on eac...

Page 91: ...g the window switch Hold the driver s window switch down for more than a half a second to activate the express down feature Lightly tap the switch to open the window slightly The express down feature can be interrupted at any time by pressing the up arrow end of the switch Swing Out Windows Extended Cab To open a rear swing out window pull the latch toward the front of the vehicle and then push th...

Page 92: ...Tilt Wheel If Equipped If you have the tilt steering wheel you should adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place Do not adjust th...

Page 93: ...he turn is finished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows don t flash but ...

Page 94: ...adlamps are on this indicator light on the instrument panel will also be on Flash To Pass Feature This feature lets you use your high beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass It works even if your headlamps are in the automatic position To use it pull the turn signal lever toward you but not so far that you hear a click If your headlamps are in the automatic position...

Page 95: ... from you to the LO position For high speed wiping turn the band further to HI To stop the wipers turn the band to OFF Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become worn or damaged get new blades or blade inserts Windshield Washer There is a paddle marked with the windshield washer sy...

Page 96: ...our brakes the cruise control will shut off If you have a manual transmission and you apply your brakes or push the clutch pedal the cruise control will shut off CAUTION D Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic D Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes ...

Page 97: ...oot off the accelerator pedal Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course shuts off cruise control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can move the cruise control switch from ON to R A for about a half a second You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there If you ...

Page 98: ... 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may wan...

Page 99: ...ghtness along with other lamps such as the taillamps sidemarker parking lamps and the instrument panel lights The radio lights will also dim Your vehicle is equipped with a light sensor on the top of the instrument panel under the radio speaker grill Be sure it is not covered or the system will be on whenever the ignition is on The system may also turn on your headlamps when driving through a park...

Page 100: ...tions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset The DRL system will make your headlamps come on at reduced brightness when D the ignition is on D the headlamp switch is in automatic headlamp mode D the light sensor detects daytime light D an automatic transmission is not in PARK P and D the parking brake is released When the DRL are on only your headlamps...

Page 101: ...n again Interior Lamps Brightness Control Turn the thumbwheel next to the headlamp switch up to make your instrument panel lights brighter Turn the thumbwheel all the way up to turn on the interior lamps Illuminated Entry Your vehicle is equipped with an illuminated entry feature When the doors are opened the dome lamps will come on if the DOME OVERRIDE button is in the out position When all the d...

Page 102: ... way up to the top detent position In this position the dome lamps will remain on whether the doors are opened or closed You can use the DOME OVERRIDE button located below the parking headlamp knob to set the dome lamps to come on automatically when the doors are opened or to remain off To turn the lamps off press the button into the in position With the button in this position the dome lamps will...

Page 103: ...al Adjust Mirror Adjust your outside mirrors so you can just see the side of your vehicle You can fold them before entering a car wash Pull the mirrors in toward the vehicle Push the mirrors back out when finished Power Remote Control Mirror The control is located on the driver s door armrest Move the upper control to the left or right to choose the mirror then press the arrows on the control pad ...

Page 104: ...er your shoulder before changing lanes Heated Outside Rearview Mirrors If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with heated outside rearview mirrors When you operate the heated mirror button on your climate control system the defogger will warm the mirrors to help clear them of ice snow or condensation Storage Compartments Glove Box To open your glove box lift the lever on the front of the glove b...

Page 105: ... and compact discs in the slots in front of the compartment There is also a lift out storage tray in the console If your vehicle has the center armrest compartment lift the cover to expose the storage area which includes slots for cassettes or compact discs and a coinholder Some vehicles may have a storage pocket on the back of the bucket or 60 40 bench seats ...

Page 106: ...elf NOTICE Don t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating If you do it won t be able to back away from the heating element when it s ready That can make it overload damaging the lighter and the heating element Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the top and bottom visors You can also swing the bottom visor from side to side Your visors may have an extension that ...

Page 107: ...ter of the vehicle on the lower part of the instrument panel Just remove the plug from the outlet and follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical equipment you install These circuits are protected by a fuse and have maximum current levels NOTICE When using the accessory power outlets maximum electrical load must not exceed 20 amps Always turn off any electrica...

Page 108: ...yellowblue 2 50 Instrument Panel ...

Page 109: ...nsfer Case If Equipped D Glove Box E Audio System F Heated Outside Rearview Mirror Switch If Equipped G Auxiliary Power Outlets If Equipped H Comfort Controls I Ashtray J Passenger Air Bag Off Switch K Brake Release L Fog Lamps If Equipped M Lamp Controls ...

Page 110: ...ment cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you ve used and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically Standard Cluster Canada Similar ...

Page 111: ...yellowblue 2 53 Optional Cluster Canada Similar ...

Page 112: ...et the trip odometer hold the button until it clears Tachometer If Equipped The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Each tachometer has a different limit depending on the powertrain in your vehicle The tachometer has three areas normal operating range red warning range and red danger range The normal operating range shows your engine speed during normal driving condi...

Page 113: ...ou should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you what...

Page 114: ...w seconds Then the light should go out This means the system is ready If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the engine or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it...

Page 115: ...his belt is designed to work with the air bag to provide restraint in some collisions by partially giving or yielding after first restraining the occupant s motion In a crash if the right front passenger s air bag is turned off it wouldn t be able to inflate and help provide this restraint for the person sitting there The larger the occupant and the more severe the crash the greater the risk becom...

Page 116: ...ur vehicle until you have your vehicle serviced Charging System Indicator Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition but the engine is not running as a check to show you it is working It should go out once the engine is running If it stays on or comes on while you are driving you may have a problem with the charging system It could indicate that you have pro...

Page 117: ...iod This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle As engine speeds are increased this condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to create maximum power You can only drive for a short time with the reading in either warning zone If you must drive turn off all unnecessary accessories Readings in either warn...

Page 118: ...lly You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident If the light is sti...

Page 119: ...ction of this manual shows you what to do See Engine Overheating in the Index Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine Soon Light United States Canada Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable level...

Page 120: ...mission Inspection Maintenance test This light should come on as a check to show you it is working when the ignition is on and the engine is not running If the light doesn t come on have it repaired This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways D Light Flashing A misfire condition has been detected A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control sys...

Page 121: ...cap properly installed should turn the light off Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water If so your electrical system may be wet The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel see Fuel in the Index Poor fuel quality will...

Page 122: ...s soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty Oil pressure may vary with engine speed outside temperature and oil viscosity but readings above the low pressure zone indicate the normal operating range A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or other...

Page 123: ... Drive Warning Light This light should come on briefly when you turn on the ignition as a check to show you it is working The SERVICE 4WD light comes on to indicate that there may be a problem with the four wheel drive system and service is required Malfunctions can be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent which may prevent serious damage to the vehicle This system is also designe...

Page 124: ...ess fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank D The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up D The gage doesn t go back to E Empty when you turn off the ignition Low Fuel Light This light comes on briefly when you start your engine Thi...

Page 125: ...dio Systems 3 6 Setting the Clock for Systems with SET Button 3 6 Setting the Clock for Systems with HR and MN Buttons 3 7 AM FM Stereo 3 8 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player If Equipped 3 11 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 15 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 19 Remote Cassette Tape Player If Equipped...

Page 126: ...cooler air Mode Knob The right knob on the control panel allows you to choose the direction of air delivery OFF This setting turns the system off Some outside air will still enter the vehicle whenever the vehicle is moving forward VENT This setting directs most of the air through the instrument panel outlets and a small amount through the floor outlets BI LEVEL Air is delivered through the heater ...

Page 127: ...me outside air will still enter the vehicle whenever the vehicle is moving forward MAX A C This setting provides maximum cooling with the least amount of work MAX A C recirculates much of the air inside your vehicle so it cools quickly This setting directs most of the air through the instrument panel vents and a small amount through the floor vents A C This setting cools the air entering your vehi...

Page 128: ...dust from entering the vehicle For normal cooling on hot days use A C with the temperature knob turned counterclockwise On cool but sunny days use BI LEVEL A C to deliver warm air to the floor and cooler air to the instrument panel outlets If you have the VORTEC 4300 V6 engine when the air conditioner is on you may sometimes notice slight changes in your vehicle s engine speed and power This is no...

Page 129: ...side temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed use VENT to direct outside air through your vehicle Airflow is through the instrument panel outlets Your vehicle s ventilation system supplies outside air to the inside of your vehicle when it is moving When the vehicle is not moving you can get outside air to flow through by selecting any mode and any fan speed You will find air outlets i...

Page 130: ...pleasure You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your Delco Electronics system can do and how to operate all its controls to be sure you re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it Setting the Clock for Systems with SET Button Press SET Within five seconds press and hold the SEEK right arrow until the correct minute a...

Page 131: ...xt higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there SCAN Press both SEEK buttons to listen to a few seconds of each radio station SCAN will light up on the display Press the right arrow to tune in the next higher station and press the left arrow to tune to the next lower station Press VOLUME or both SEEK buttons to stop scanning PUSHBUTTONS The four numbered pushb...

Page 132: ... weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Adjusting the Speakers BAL Turn the control behind the upper knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Turn the control behind the lower knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers AM FM Stereo with Casse...

Page 133: ...or each pushbutton In addition to the four stations already set up to three more stations may be preset on each band by pressing two adjoining buttons at the same time Just 1 Tune in the desired station 2 Press SET SET will appear on the display 3 Press two adjoining buttons at the same time within five seconds Whenever you press the same two buttons the station you set will return 4 Repeat the st...

Page 134: ...FADE BASS and TREB just as you do for the radio REV Press the SEEK left arrow to reverse the cassette tape Press the SEEK right arrow to stop reversing the tape FWD Press the SEEK right arrow to advance the cassette tape Press the SEEK left arrow to stop forwarding the tape RECALL Press this knob to switch tape sides EJECT Press this button to remove the tape or stop the tape and play the radio CL...

Page 135: ...sired level Turn the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise 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 sound the same to you as you drive If you don t want to use SCV turn the control all the way down Each notch on the control ring allows for more volume compensation at faste...

Page 136: ... either the AM FM1 or FM2 mode and then press P SCAN It will scan through 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 preset station P SCAN will light up on the display while in this mode If one of the stations stored on a pushbutton ...

Page 137: ...the rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player To load a cassette tape with the ignition off pr...

Page 138: ...olby Laboratories Licensing Corporation FWD 6 Press this button to rapidly forward the tape to the end of the cassette or until you press FWD again The radio will play the last selected station while forwarding the tape The tape direction arrow will blink during the forward operation AM FM Press this button to switch from a tape to the radio TAPE AUX Press this button to return to the tape player ...

Page 139: ...ndicating the feature is active 4 Insert the adapter It will power up the radio and begin playing This override routine will remain active until EJECT is pressed AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped Playing the Radio PWR VOL Press this knob to turn the system on and off To increase volume turn this knob clockwise Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume T...

Page 140: ... stored position when you re not using it 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 The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press and hold SEEK 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...

Page 141: ...ONE display will go blank If a station is weak 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 CLASS...

Page 142: ...utton to play the tracks on the disc in random order While in the RDM mode RANDOM appears on the display Press RDM again to return to normal play NEXT 3 Press NEXT or the SEEK right arrow to search for the next selection If you hold this button or press it more than once the disc will advance further The next track number will appear on the display Sound is muted in this mode REV 4 Press and hold ...

Page 143: ...itting in the opening for more than a few seconds the player will pull the CD back in The radio will continue playing When the ignition is off press this button to load a CD Remote Cassette Tape Player If Equipped If you have an AM FM Stereo Audio Compact Disc Automatic Tone Control System that includes a remote cassette player the cassette player is located in the center of the instrument panel Y...

Page 144: ...l or until you press REV again The radio plays the last selected station during REV 5 Press this pushbutton to turn Dolby on and off Dolby is active when a tape is inserted in the remote cassette The double D symbol will appear on the display Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Lab...

Page 145: ...e procedure NOTE If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse between any steps the radio automatically reverts to time and you must start the procedure over at Step 4 1 Write down any three or four digit number from 000 to 1999 and keep it in a safe place separate from the vehicle 2 Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN 3 Turn the radio off 4 Press the 1 and 4 buttons together Hold them down until...

Page 146: ...to enter the correct code before INOP appears If you lose or forget your code contact your dealer Disabling the Theft Deterrent Feature Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press the 1 and 4 buttons together Hold them down until SEC shows on the display 4 Press MN and 000 will appear on the disp...

Page 147: ...an adapt to higher volumes of sound Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage D Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting D Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound...

Page 148: ...d for your cassette tape player is the use of a scrubbing action 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 scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette it is normal for the cassette to eject because your unit is equipped with a...

Page 149: ...und 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 Compact Discs Handle discs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust If the surface of a disc is soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution and clean it wiping ...

Page 150: ...yellowblue 3 26 NOTES ...

Page 151: ... Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Steering 4 11 Off Road Recovery 4 11 Passing 4 13 Loss of Control 4 14 Off Road Driving with Your Four Wheel Drive Vehicle 4 26 Driving at Night 4 28 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 31 City Driving 4 32 Freeway Driving 4 33 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 34 Highway Hypnosis 4 34 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 36 Winter Driving 4 39 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 40 Loading Y...

Page 152: ...ost preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone...

Page 153: ...drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading 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 t...

Page 154: ...In some other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the drivi...

Page 155: ...lcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking CAUTION Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness ...

Page 156: ... bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km h travels 66...

Page 157: ...n t pump your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brakes ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a...

Page 158: ...he wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel s...

Page 159: ...e effort Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here s why Experienced driver or beginner each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when y...

Page 160: ...rs and stops right in front of you You can avoid these problems by braking if you can stop in time But sometimes you can t there isn t room That s the time for evasive action steering around the problem Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possib...

Page 161: ...assing another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing D Driv...

Page 162: ...ther cars are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot D Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle t...

Page 163: ...leration skid are best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on ...

Page 164: ...d driving safer and more enjoyable Before You Go Off Roading There are some things to do before you go out For example be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done Check to make sure all underbody shields if so equipped are properly attached Be sure you read all the information about your four wheel drive vehicle in this manual Is there enough fuel Is the spare tire fully inflat...

Page 165: ...nd Tires in the Index Environmental Concerns Off road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation However it also raises environmental concerns GM recognizes these concerns and urges every off roader to follow these basic rules for protecting the environment D Always use established trails roads and areas that have been specially set aside for public off road recreational driving obey ...

Page 166: ...s what we mean Tune your senses to different kinds of signals Your eyes for example need to constantly sweep the terrain for unexpected obstacles Your ears need to listen for unusual tire or engine sounds With your arms hands feet and body you ll need to respond to vibrations and vehicle bounce Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off road driving One of the best ways to control your ...

Page 167: ...e subjects later D Will you have to stop suddenly or change direction quickly When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain keep a firm grip on the steering wheel Ruts troughs or other surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hands if you re not prepared When you drive over bumps rocks or other obstacles your wheels can leave the ground If this happens even with one or two wheels you can t...

Page 168: ...e there may be a smooth constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top On a large hill the incline may get steeper as you near the top but you may not see this because the crest of the hill is hidden by bushes grass or shrubs Here are some other things to consider as you approach a hill D Is there a constant incline or does the hill get sharp...

Page 169: ...uld lose traction slide sideways and possibly roll over You could be seriously injured or killed When driving up hills always try to go straight up D Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill D Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills D Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffic know you re there...

Page 170: ...the steering wheel at the 12 o clock position This way you ll be able to tell if your wheels are straight and maneuver as you back down It s best that you back down the hill with your wheels straight rather than in the left or right direction Turning the wheel too far to the left or right will increase the possibility of a rollover Here are some things you must not do if you stall or are about to ...

Page 171: ...e uphill side and stay clear of the path the vehicle would take if it rolled downhill Driving Downhill When off roading takes you downhill you ll want to consider a number of things D How steep is the downhill Will I be able to maintain vehicle control D What s the surface like Smooth Rough Slippery Hard packed dirt Gravel D Are there hidden surface obstacles Ruts Logs Boulders D What s at the bot...

Page 172: ...rious accident D When driving downhill avoid turns that take you across the incline of the hill A hill that s not too steep to drive down may be too steep to drive across You could roll over if you don t drive straight down D Never go downhill with the transmission in NEUTRAL N or with the clutch pedal depressed in a manual shift This is called free wheeling Your brakes will have to do all the wor...

Page 173: ...cle slips sideways it can hit something that will trip it a rock a rut etc and roll over D Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse If you drive across a rock with the uphill wheels or if the downhill wheels drop into a rut or depression your vehicle can tilt even more For reasons like these you need to decide carefully whether to try to drive across an incline Just becaus...

Page 174: ...ehicle and stay well clear of the rollover path Driving in Mud Sand Snow or Ice When you drive in mud snow or sand your wheels won t get good traction You can t accelerate as quickly turning is more difficult and you ll need longer braking distances It s best to use a low gear when you re in mud the deeper the mud the lower the gear In really deep mud the idea is to keep your vehicle moving so you...

Page 175: ...ive through it If it s deep enough to cover your wheel hubs axles or exhaust pipe don t try it you probably won t get through Also water that deep can damage your axle and other vehicle parts If the water isn t too deep then drive through it slowly At fast speeds water splashes on your ignition system and your vehicle can stall Stalling can also occur if you get your tailpipe under water And as lo...

Page 176: ...re steering suspension wheels tires and exhaust system for damage Also check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage Your vehicle will require more frequent service due to off road use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for additional information Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs ...

Page 177: ...from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlam...

Page 178: ...may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It s wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tan...

Page 179: ...kes Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally ...

Page 180: ...just isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep pud...

Page 181: ... Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip D Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving D Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you st...

Page 182: ... merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it s slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use y...

Page 183: ...rvice have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip D Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside D Wiper Blades Are they in good shape D Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids ...

Page 184: ...e can leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips D Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior D Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently D If you get sleepy pull off the roa...

Page 185: ...lope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill D Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down t...

Page 186: ...th and reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle 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 you...

Page 187: ... Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have an anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock in the Index D Allow greater following distance on any slippery road D Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that s covered with ice On a...

Page 188: ... Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe D Turn on your hazard flashers D Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow D Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yoursel...

Page 189: ...ignaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold But do it as little as possible Preserve the fuel as long as you can To help keep warm you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exerci...

Page 190: ...use when you reach your destination See Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index Be sure to use the proper towing equipment designed for recreational vehicle towing Follow the instructions for the towing equipment Loading Your Vehicle The Certification Tire label is found on the driver s door edge above the door latch The label shows the size of your original tires and the inflation pressures neede...

Page 191: ...ried in the bed of your truck could shift forward and come into the passenger area injuring you and others If you put things in the bed of your truck you should make sure they are properly secured CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could ca...

Page 192: ...n carry Be sure to include the weight of the occupants as part of your load If you added any accessories or equipment after your vehicle left the factory remember to subtract the weight of these things from the payload Your dealer can help you with this 2 Tiered Loading By positioning four 2 x 6 wooden planks across the width of the pickup box you can create an upper load platform The planks must ...

Page 193: ...w much of a load your vehicle can carry and how to correctly spread out your load Also it will help you match the right slide in camper to your vehicle When the truck is used to carry a slide in camper the total cargo load of the truck consists of the manufacturer s camper weight figure the weight of installed additional camper equipment not included in the manufacturer s camper weight figure the ...

Page 194: ...oint where the mass of a body is concentrated and if suspended at that point would balance the front and rear Here is an example of proper truck and camper match A Camper Center of Gravity B Recommended Center of Gravity Location Zone The camper s center of gravity should fall within the center of gravity zone for your vehicle s cargo load Campers can only be installed in a long box pickup Check y...

Page 195: ...s to bring all weights below the ratings If you want more information on curb weights cargo weights cargo weight rating and the correct center of gravity zone for your vehicle your dealer can help you Just ask for a copy of Consumer Information Truck Camper Loading Trailer Recommendations You must subtract your hitch load from the CWR for your vehicle Weigh your vehicle with your trailer attached ...

Page 196: ... for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section If yours was built with trailering options as many are it s ready for heavier trailers But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be u...

Page 197: ...nsmission you can use THIRD 3 or as you need to a lower gear when towing a trailer Operating your vehicle in THIRD 3 when towing a trailer will minimize heat buildup and extend the life of your transmission If you have a manual transmission and you are towing a trailer it s better not to use FIFTH 5 gear Just drive in FOURTH 4 gear or as you need to a lower gear Three important considerations have...

Page 198: ...r more information on RPO codes see Service Parts Identification Label in the Index Maximum trailer weight reduced by 500 lbs 227 kg on 4WD extended cab models Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming the driver and one passenger are in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment The weight of additional optional equipment passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be s...

Page 199: ...hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B If you re using a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 12 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they aren t you may be able to get them right simply by moving some ...

Page 200: ...he close out panel will not support a hitch Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer For trailers up to ...

Page 201: ... And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself Before you start check the trailer hitch and platform and attachments safety chains electrical connector lamps tires and mirror adjustment If the trailer has electric brakes start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by...

Page 202: ...our instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change Properly hooked up the trailer lamps will also flash telling other drivers you re about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not It ...

Page 203: ... Index Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill here s how to do it 1 Apply your regular brakes but don t shift into PARK P yet or into gear for a manual transmission...

Page 204: ...e When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engine oil axle lubricant belt cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If yo...

Page 205: ...cur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 7 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Engine Overheating 5 11 Cooling System 5 19 Engine Fan Noise 5 19 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 19 Changing a Flat Tire 5 31 Compact Spare Tire If Equipped 5 32 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Page 206: ...and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flashers press the button until the first click and release When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work The flashers will stop if you step on the brake Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you c...

Page 207: ...ou NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelco FreedomR battery in your vehicle has a built in hydrometer Do not charge test or jump start the battery if the hydrometer looks clear or light yellow Replace the battery when there is a clear or light yellow hydrometer and a cranking complaint Trying to start your vehi...

Page 208: ...amps that aren t needed as well as radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries In addition it could save your radio 4 Open the hoods and locate the batteries Find the positive and negative terminals on each battery CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light ...

Page 209: ... positive and negative will go to an unpainted metal engine part Don t connect positive to negative or you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too 6 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery 7 Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery 8 Now connect the black negative ...

Page 210: ...d there but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for awhile 11 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries make sure all connections are good If it still won t start it probably needs service CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands...

Page 211: ...others D Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed D Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds D Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured D Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted by the tow truck D Always secure the vehicle on each side with separate safety chains when towing it D Use only the correct hooks ...

Page 212: ...y when towed from the front Two wheel drive vehicles must abide by the following tow limits when being towed by wheel lift equipment D Towing from the front 35 mph 55 km h 50 miles 80 km D Towing from the rear 35 mph 55 km h 50 miles 80 km When towing four wheel drive vehicles with the electronic shift transfer case with wheel lift equipment a towing dolly must be used under the rear wheels when t...

Page 213: ...u just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out...

Page 214: ...it s on turn it off 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D or THIRD 3 for automatic transmissions If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on ...

Page 215: ... B Radiator Pressure Cap C Engine Fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down The coolant level should be at least up to the ADD mark If it isn t you may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system ...

Page 216: ...ng coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOLR silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion may result In addition the engine coolant will require change sooner at 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX COOLR is not covered by your new veh...

Page 217: ...us Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX C...

Page 218: ...he engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the ADD mark start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there s one more thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it ...

Page 219: ...adly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap ...

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

Page 221: ... mixture up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the ADD mark 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off ...

Page 222: ...the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOLR 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 ...

Page 223: ...you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position and...

Page 224: ...al transmission to FIRST 1 or REVERSE R 3 Turn off the engine 4 Put the wheel blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle at the opposite end The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The jacking equipment you ll need is stored inside the pla...

Page 225: ... underneath the rear of your vehicle See Compact Spare Tire later in this section for more information about the compact spare NOTICE Never remove or store a tire from to a storage position under the vehicle while the vehicle is supported by a jack Always tighten the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle when storing it Insert the chisel end of the wheel wrench on an angle into the hole ...

Page 226: ...n completely lowered tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening Pull the tire out from under the vehicle NOTICE To help avoid vehicle damage do not drive the vehicle before the cable is restored Put the spare tire near the flat tire The tools you ll be using include the jack A and wheel wrench B Your vehicle may also have an optional hub cap removal tool ...

Page 227: ...olded into them The wheel wrench won t fit these imitation nuts so don t try to remove them with the socket end of the wheel wrench If you have individual wheel nut caps that cover each nut they must be removed in order to get to the wheel nuts Use the socket end of the wheel wrench to remove the wheel nut caps Your wheel nut caps may attach your hub cap to the wheel Remove these wheel nut caps be...

Page 228: ... the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 2 Turn the jack handle clockwise slightly to raise the jack lift head 3 Fit the jack into the appropriate hole nearest the flat tire A Front Frame Hole B Rear Frame Hole ZR2 C Spring Hanger Hole Standard Pickups ...

Page 229: ...vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 4 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit 5 Remove all the...

Page 230: ...an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 7 Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface 8 Put the nuts on by hand Make sure the cone shaped end i...

Page 231: ...yellowblue 5 27 9 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 10 Use the wrench to tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown ...

Page 232: ... Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment ...

Page 233: ... down and to the rear 2 Pull the retainer through the wheel Note that with the ZR2 option the spring and retainer must be separated to insert through the wheel opening 3 Put the chisel end of the wheel wrench on an angle through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft Turn the wheel wrench clockwise until the tire is raised against the underside of the vehicle You will hear two clicks...

Page 234: ...ructions Roll and place tag behind the bracket after the tools are installed D Bolt Location Standard E Bolt Location ZR2 F Wheel Blocks G Nut H Rubber Band I Jack Position ZR2 J Jack Position Standard Replace the jack cover if you have one A Hub Cap Removal Tool Some Models B Cover Extended Cab C Cover Standard Cab D Hub Cap Removal Tool Some Models E Bolt ...

Page 235: ...laced where you want Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again NOTICE When the compact spare is installed don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails The compact spare can get caught on the rails That can damage the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of y...

Page 236: ...thers could be injured And the transmission or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you re stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Don t spin the wheels above 35 mph 55 km h as shown on the speedometer NOTICE Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires If you spin the wheels too fast while shift...

Page 237: ...y on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear By slowly spinning your wheels in the forward and reverse directions you will cause a rocking motion that may free your vehicle If that doesn t get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out Or you can use your recovery hooks if your vehicle has them If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Using the...

Page 238: ...the vehicle straight out Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back NOTICE Never use the recovery hooks to tow the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty ...

Page 239: ...eaner Filter 6 17 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 20 Manual Transmission Fluid 6 21 Hydraulic Clutch 6 22 Rear Axle 6 23 Four Wheel Drive 6 25 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 26 Thermostat 6 26 Engine Coolant 6 29 Power Steering Fluid 6 30 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 31 Brakes 6 35 Battery 6 35 Bulb Replacement 6 41 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 43 Tires 6 51 Appearance Care 6 52 Cleaning the Inside o...

Page 240: ...k If you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index You sh...

Page 241: ... recommended that the gasoline meet specifications which have been developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association AAMA and endorsed by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection Gasolines meeting the AAMA specification could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to other gasoline...

Page 242: ...your service station operator whether or not the fuel contains MMT General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines If fuels containing MMT 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 turn on If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for service To provide cleane...

Page 243: ...uldn t be covered by your warranty To check on fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving You can also write us at the following address for advice Just tell us where you re going and give your Vehicle Identification Number VIN General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H ...

Page 244: ...has a spring in it if you let go of the cap too soon it will spring back to the right CAUTION If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise ...

Page 245: ...l tank and emissions system may be damaged See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others D Dispense gasoline only ...

Page 246: ...ids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine To open the hood first pull the handle inside the vehicle on the lower left side of the instrument panel Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release Lift the hood release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in...

Page 247: ...he 2 2L L4 engine A Battery B Coolant Recovery Tank C Automatic Transmission Dipstick D Engine Oil Fill Cap and Dipstick E Power Steering Reservoir F Brake Master Cylinder G Engine Air Cleaner Filter H Engine Compartment Fuse Block I Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir ...

Page 248: ...TEC 4300 V6 engine A Battery B Coolant Recovery Tank C Engine Oil Dipstick D Engine Oil Fill E Automatic Transmission Dipstick F Power Steering Reservoir G Brake Master Cylinder H Engine Air Cleaner Filter I Engine Compartment Fuse Block J Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir ...

Page 249: ... to 12 inches 25 to 30 cm without pressing on the hood Engine Oil It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The oil dipstick on the VORTEC 4300 V6 engine is a yellow ring The oil dipstick on the 2 2L L4 engine is under the fill cap Turn off the engine and give the oil several mi...

Page 250: ... 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 NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged Be sure to fill it enough to put the level somewhere in ...

Page 251: ...Institute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the Starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle as shown in th...

Page 252: ...tter protection 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 trip city maintenance schedule D Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles 8 to 16 km This is particularly important when outside temperatures ...

Page 253: ...ontains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a real threat to the environ...

Page 254: ...6 Engine 2 2L L4 Engine 1 To remove either air cleaner remove the wing nuts that hold the cover on 2 Remove the cover and lift out the air filter 3 Insert a new air filter then replace the air cleaner cover 4 Tighten the wing nuts to hold the cover in place ...

Page 255: ... cleaner filter in place when you re driving Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter every 15 000 miles 25 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions D In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90...

Page 256: ...o 200_F 82_C to 93_C Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50_F 10_C If it s colder than 50_F 10_C drive the vehicle in THIRD 3 until the engine temperature gage moves and then remains steady for 10 minutes Then follow the hot check procedures Checking Transmission Fluid Cold A cold check is made after the vehicle has been sitting for eight h...

Page 257: ...r of the engine compartment Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the COLD area below the cross hatched area for a cold check or in the HOT area or cross hatched area for a hot...

Page 258: ...ty D After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check D When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place Manual Transmission Fluid When to Check A good time to have it checked is when the engine oil is changed However the fluid in your manual transmission doesn t require changing How to ...

Page 259: ...e s how to add fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index 1 Remove the filler plug 2 Add fluid at the filler plug hole Add only enough fluid to bring the fluid level up to the bottom of the filler plug hole 3 Install the filler plug Be sure the plug is fully seated Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutch system in...

Page 260: ...cks and Services and Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index How to Check The proper fluid should be added if the level does not reach the bottom of the diaphragm when it s in place in the reservoir See the instructions on the reservoir cap Rear Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it See S...

Page 261: ...ntenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Four Wheel Drive Most lubricant checks in this section also apply to four wheel drive vehicles However they have two additional systems that need lubrication Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant See Periodic...

Page 262: ... to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the fille...

Page 263: ...om of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Radiator Pressure Cap NOTICE Your radiator cap is a 15 psi 105 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the ove...

Page 264: ...ith engine overheating see Engine Overheating in the Index A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant will D Give freezing protection down to 34_F 37_C D Give boiling protection up to 265_F 129_C D Protect against rust and corrosion D Help keep the proper engine temperature D Let the warning lights and gages work as they should NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that yo...

Page 265: ... your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack...

Page 266: ...adiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank but be careful not to spill it CAUTION You can be burned...

Page 267: ...rvoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick For the VORTEC 4300 V6 engine the level should be between the ADD and FULL marks For the 2 2L L4 engine the fluid level should be at the C mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the proper r...

Page 268: ...ntil the tank is full NOTICE D When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water D Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid D Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it s ver...

Page 269: ...akes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid it can spill on...

Page 270: ...N but not over the MAX mark What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake syste...

Page 271: ...e in the Index Brake Wear If you have four wheel drive your vehicle has four wheel disc brakes If not your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushing on...

Page 272: ...es not return to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Adjustment Every time you make a brake stop your disc brakes adjust for wear If you don t have four wheel drive and your brake pedal goes down farther than normal your rear drum brakes may need adjustment Adjust them by backing up and firmly applying the brakes a few times Rep...

Page 273: ... aren t careful See Jump Starting in the Index for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index Bulb Replacement Before you replace any bulbs be sure that all the lamps are off and the engine isn t running See Replacement Bulbs in the Inde...

Page 274: ...ull the headlamp assembly out 4 Unplug the electrical connector 5 Turn the bulb assembly counterclockwise to remove it 6 Put the new bulb assembly into the headlamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight 7 Plug in the electrical connector 8 Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle Install the two retaining clips ...

Page 275: ...adlamp lens assembly out 4 Unplug the electrical connector 5 Turn the bulb assembly counterclockwise to remove it 6 Put the new bulb assembly into the headlamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight 7 Plug in the electrical connector 8 Put the headlamp lens assembly back into the vehicle Install the two retaining clips ...

Page 276: ...ket until it snaps into place 5 Put the bulb socket into the lamp assembly and twist it clockwise until it is tight 6 Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle Install the two retaining clips Two Piece Front Turn Signal Lamp Assembly 1 Remove the headlamp assembly as shown under Two Piece Composite Headlamp System earlier in this section 2 Locate the locking tabs on the assembly Squeeze the ...

Page 277: ...aps into place 6 Put the socket into the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight 7 To replace the assembly snap the outboard end of the lamp assembly back into the vehicle Then swing the assembly in and snap it into place 8 Replace the headlamp assembly Install the two retaining clips Center High Mounted Stoplamp 1 Remove the lens retaining screws 2 Remove the lens ...

Page 278: ...r high mounted stoplamp in the cap or camper Taillamps 1 Open the tailgate 2 Remove the screws from the lamp assembly near the tailgate latch 3 Pull the assembly away from the pickup side panel 4 Turn the socket counterclockwise to remove it Push the tab in while you turn the socket 5 Pull the bulb out 6 Push the new bulb into the socket 7 Put the socket into the assembly and turn the socket clock...

Page 279: ...is manual under Part B Owner Checks and Services for more information NOTICE Use care when removing or installing a blade assembly Accidental bumping can cause the arm to fall back and strike the windshield 1 To remove the old wiper blades lift the wiper arm until it locks into a vertical position A Blade Assembly B Arm Assembly C Locking Tab D Blade Pivot E Hook Slot F Arm Hook ...

Page 280: ...ull the insert from the blade assembly 4 To install the new wiper insert slide the insert D notched end last into the end with two blade claws A Slide the insert all the way through the blade claws at the opposite end B The plastic caps C will be forced off as the insert is fully inserted 5 Be sure that the notches are locked by the bottom claws Make sure that all other claws are properly locked o...

Page 281: ...ous D Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are ...

Page 282: ...g D Bad wear D Bad handling D Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following D Unusual wear D Bad handling D Rough ride D Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Also check the tire pressure of the spare tire If you have a compact spare tire it should be at 60 psi 420 kPa How t...

Page 283: ...lar rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals When rotating your tires always use one of the correct rotation patterns shown here If your vehicle has a compact spare tire don t include it in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust...

Page 284: ...ire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index When It s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true D You can see the indicators at thre...

Page 285: ...mber will be followed by an MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle...

Page 286: ...ires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the normdue to variations in drivinghabits servicepracticesand differences in road characteristics and climate Traction AA A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specifi...

Page 287: ...rusted or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the s...

Page 288: ...It could fail suddenly and cause an accident If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chains NOTICE If your vehicle has P235 75R15 P235 70R15 P235 55R16 or 31x10 50R15LT C size tires don t use tire chains They can damage your vehicle because there s not enough clearance Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on your vehic...

Page 289: ...ues slow down until it stops Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle Appearance Care Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle ...

Page 290: ...ays read the instructions on the cleaner label D Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set D Carefully scrape off any excess stain D Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn D If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner on Fabric 1 Vac...

Page 291: ...xcess stain 2 First clean with cool water and allow to dry completely 3 If a stain remains follow instructions for Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Fabric Protection Your vehicle has upholstery and carpet fabric that has been treated with Scotchgardt Fabric Protector a 3M product It protects fabrics by repelling oil and water which are the carriers of most stains Even with this protection you still ...

Page 292: ...s in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge Commercial cleaners may affect the surface finish Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry CAUTION Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it may severely weaken them In a crash they mig...

Page 293: ...lean cloth at least every six months During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty depth of color gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often ...

Page 294: ...c can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping yo...

Page 295: ...nd requires sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to the parts repaired or 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 may develop into a major repair expense Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with ...

Page 296: ... underbody car washing system can do this for you 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 small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface Although no defect in the paint job causes this ...

Page 297: ...glast plastic rubber and vinyl 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels and floor mats 1052929 16 oz 0 473 L Wheel Cleaner Spray on and rinse with water 1052930 8 oz 0 237 L Capture Dry Spot Remover Attracts absorbs and removes soils on fabric 12345721 2 5 sq ft Synthetic Chamois Shines vehicle without scratching 12345725 12 oz 0 354 L Sil...

Page 298: ...ts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on the inside of the glove box It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is D your VIN D the model designation...

Page 299: ...headlamp wiring is protected by an internal circuit breaker An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the ...

Page 300: ...rating If you ever have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block is at the driver s end of the instrum...

Page 301: ...ody Controls TBC Cruise Module Cruise Switch 4 Gages Body Controls TBC Instrument Panel Cluster B Power 5 Parking Lamps Power Window Switch TBC Ashtray Lamp 6 Not Used 7 Headlamp Switch Body Controls TBC Headlamp Relay 8 Courtesy Lamps Inadvertent Power Relay 9 HVAC Control Head 10 Turn Signal 11 Instrument Panel Cluster Engine Controls 12 Interior Illumination ...

Page 302: ...er 18 Not Used 19 Radio Battery 20 Not Used 21 HVAC I HVAC Control Head HVAC Devices 22 Anti Lock Brakes 23 Rear Wiper 24 Radio Ignition Engine Compartment Fuse Block The fuse block is under the hood on the driver s side of the engine compartment Remove the cover by turning the fastener counterclockwise To reinstall the fuse panel cover push in and turn the fastener clockwise ...

Page 303: ...ft Turn Signal Rear RT TRN Right Turn Signal Rear RR PRK Right Rear Parking Lamps TRL PRK Not Used LT HDLP Left Headlamp RT HDLP Right Headlamp FR PRK Front Parking Lamps INT BAT I P Fuse Block Feed ENG I Engine Sensors Solenoids MAF CAM PURGE VENT ECM B Engine Control Module Fuel Pump Module Oil Pressure ABS Anti Lock Brake System ECM I Engine Control Module Injectors BTSI Brake Transmission Shif...

Page 304: ... Starting and Charging IGN 1 STUD 2 Accessory Feeds Electric Brake PARKLP Parking Lamps LR PRK Left Rear Parking Lamps Name Usage IGN C Starter Solenoid Fuel Pump PRNDL HTDSEAT Not Used HVAC HVAC System TRCHMSL Not Used RRDFOG Not Used TBC Truck Body Computer CRANK Clutch Switch NSBU Switch HAZLP Hazard Lamps VECHMSL Vehicle Center High Mounted Stoplamp HTDMIR Heated Outside Mirrors ATC Transfer C...

Page 305: ...ter High Mounted Stoplamp 2 577 Capacities and Specifications Engine 2 2L L4 VORTEC 4300 V6 VORTEC 4300 V6 Type L4 V6 V6 VIN Code 4 X W Firing Order 1 3 4 2 1 6 5 4 3 2 1 6 5 4 3 2 Horsepower T Series N A 180 at 4 400 rpm 190 at 4 400 rpm Horsepower S Series 120 at 5 000 rpm 175 at 4 400 rpm 180 at 4 400 rpm Thermostat Specification 195_F 91_C 195_F 91_C 195_F 91_C Spark Plug Gap 0 040 inches 1 01...

Page 306: ...rts 11 1 L VORTEC 4300 V6 Manual 11 9 quarts 11 3 L Crankcase Capacity Engine Quantity with Filter 2 2L L4 4 5 quarts 4 3 L VORTEC 4300 V6 4 5 quarts 4 3 L Automatic Transmission Capacity Type Quantity Drain and Refill 4L60E 5 0 quarts 4 7 L After refill the level must be checked Differential Fluid Axle Quantity Rear 4 0 pints 1 9 L Front 2 6 pints 1 2 L Fuel Tank Capacity Type Quantity Standard T...

Page 307: ...latest information available at the time of printing and are subject to change If a part listed in this manual is not the same as the part used in your vehicle when it was built or if you have any questions please contact your GM dealer Engine 2 2L L4 VORTEC 4300 V6 Thermostat 10182377 12559051 Oil Filter PF47 PF52 Air Cleaner Filter A1163C A1163C PCV Valve N A CV769C Automatic Transmission Filter...

Page 308: ...es 157 7 cm 2WD Ext Cab 62 2 inches 158 0 cm 4WD Reg Cab Short Box 63 8 inches 162 1 cm 4WD Reg Cab Long Box 65 4 inches 166 1 cm 4WD Extended Cab 63 8 inches 162 1 cm Width 67 9 inches 172 5 cm Front Tread 2WD 0 0 Wheel Offset 54 5 inches 138 4 cm 6 4 Wheel Offset 55 0 inches 139 6 cm 4WD 15 inch Tires 57 3 inches 145 4 cm 31 x 10 5 Tires 61 2 inches 155 4 cm Rear Tread 2WD 54 7 inches 138 8 cm 4...

Page 309: ...safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 8 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 7 29 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7 42 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 46 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 48 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 51 Part E Maintenance Record ...

Page 310: ...enance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance procedures are important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good...

Page 311: ...ice information 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 Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your dealer s service department or another qualified service center should perform Part D Recommende...

Page 312: ... and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicl...

Page 313: ...er any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or 3 months whichever occurs first Drive Axle Service or 3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Air Cleaner F...

Page 314: ... summarize maintenance services Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages Long Trip Highway Definition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance is true Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used for trailer towing driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads Use the Short Trip City sched...

Page 315: ...pack 2WD only or at each brake relining whichever occurs first Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transmission Service normal conditions Long Trip Highway Intervals Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Every 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Spark Plug Wire Inspection Spark Plug Replacement 4 3L V6 Engine Only Positive Crankcase Ventila...

Page 316: ...dicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universal joints and brake pedal springs A 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 Lubrica...

Page 317: ...seals for leaking See footnote 6 000 Miles 10 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspect...

Page 318: ...first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 k...

Page 319: ...icles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in ...

Page 320: ... and additional information See footnote 21 000 Miles 35 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 24 000 Miles 40 000 ...

Page 321: ...vice j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 30 000 Miles 50 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichev...

Page 322: ...ransmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter e...

Page 323: ...er or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leak...

Page 324: ...ccurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control ...

Page 325: ...ainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote 48 000 Miles 80 000 km j Change engine oi...

Page 326: ...hanged your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter Manual transmission fluid doesn t require change 51 000 Miles 85 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check con...

Page 327: ...hever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 60 000 Miles 100 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate c...

Page 328: ...frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Inspect fuel tan...

Page 329: ...ter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional informa...

Page 330: ...r occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Cont...

Page 331: ...hicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 78 000 Miles 130 000 km j Change engine...

Page 332: ...ry 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 84 000 Miles 140 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear...

Page 333: ...hever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Change a...

Page 334: ...ice See footnote j Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 93 000 Miles 155 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first S...

Page 335: ... seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 99 000 Miles 165 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid ...

Page 336: ...th the fluid and filter Manual transmission fluid doesn t require change j 4 3L V6 Engine Only Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve An Emission Control Service 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap an...

Page 337: ...prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universal joints and brake pedal springs A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake Syst...

Page 338: ...rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j ...

Page 339: ...oper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footno...

Page 340: ... Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the...

Page 341: ...additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Change automatic tran...

Page 342: ...tions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter Manual transmission fluid doesn t require change 52 500 Miles 87 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front a...

Page 343: ...ings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not us...

Page 344: ...e Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote 67 500 Miles 112 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See ...

Page 345: ...ange automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fl...

Page 346: ...ion and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints ...

Page 347: ...r mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in ...

Page 348: ...spection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 100 000 Miles 166 000 km j Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service j Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fl...

Page 349: ...refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service ACTUAL SERVICED BY MILEAGE DATE ...

Page 350: ...er details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshield Washer Fluid in the Index for further details At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures See Tires in the Index for further details Cassette Deck Service Clean cassette deck Cl...

Page 351: ...e Automatic Transmission Fluid in the Index A fluid loss may indicate a problem Check the system and repair if needed Hydraulic Clutch System Check Check the fluid level in the clutch reservoir See Hydraulic Clutch Fluid in the Index A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired at once At Least Four Times a Year Tailgate Lubrication Service Lubricate ...

Page 352: ...ay and try to start the engine The starter should work only when the clutch is pushed down all the way to the floor If the starter works when the clutch isn t pushed all the way down your vehicle needs service Brake Transmission Shift Interlock BTSI Check Automatic Transmission CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow th...

Page 353: ...ged Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pr...

Page 354: ...lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions wh...

Page 355: ...rvals check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation More frequent lubrication may be required on off road use Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition A...

Page 356: ... Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 Brake Fluid USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Windshield Washer Solvent GM OptikleenR Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Hydraulic Clutch System Hydraulic Clutch Fluid GM Part No 12345347 or equivalent DOT 3 Brake Fluid Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No 1052884 1 pint 1050017 1 qua...

Page 357: ...0W 90 Axle Lubricant use only GM Part No 1052271 Do not add friction modifier Automatic Transfer Case Automatic Transfer Case Fluid GM Part No 12378396 USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Rear Driveline Center Spline and Universal Joints Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Constant Velocity Universal Joint Chassis Lubricant GM Part...

Page 358: ...t SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Fuel Filler Door and Rear Folding Seat Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Tailgate Handle Pivot Points Hinges Latch Bolt and Linkage Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579 or equivalent Weathers...

Page 359: ...es provided after the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 360: ...yellowblue 7 52 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 361: ...Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 6 Roadside Assistance 8 7 Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 8 Courtesy Transportation 8 9 Warranty Information 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 8 11 Reporting Safety Defects to Gen...

Page 362: ...rtments Sometimes however despite the best intentions of all concerned misunderstandings can occur If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps should be taken 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 c...

Page 363: ...the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield D Dealership name and location D Vehicle delivery date and present mileage When contacting GMC please remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer s facility That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern STEP THREE Both General Motors ...

Page 364: ...00 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use Te...

Page 365: ... If toll free service is not available in the Caribbean call Puerto Rico 1 787 763 1315 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle hand controls wheelchair scooter lifts etc This program can also provide you with free resourc...

Page 366: ...rvice 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 10 miles 16 km Emergency Towing Service Towing to the nearest GMC dealer for warranty related disablements will be covered Deluxe Trip Routing Custom made computerized highlighted maps using the most direct or scenic route are provided free of cha...

Page 367: ...ehicle or mileage Just dial GMC Roadside Assistance at 1 800 GMC 8782 1 800 462 8782 Roadside Assistance prompt to reach a qualified representative who can assist you Your Roadside Assistance representative will ask for the following information when your call is received D Vehicle Identification Number VIN D Name and home address D Telephone number and location from which you are calling D Locati...

Page 368: ...raged to drive the vehicle until scheduling can be accomplished If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait GMC helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several ...

Page 369: ...rmation Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealerships and all program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel Canadian Vehicles For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Cove...

Page 370: ...TSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS T...

Page 371: ...I 48343 6008 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada Service manuals owner s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and past model General Motors v...

Page 372: ...rmation about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 20 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 15 00 CURRENT PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify y...

Page 373: ...999 90 00 1999 50 00 1999 20 00 1999 15 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 6 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax See Note Below GM GMC ORD98 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery Note to Canadian Customers All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Canadian residents are to make checks payable i...

Page 374: ...yellowblue 8 14 NOTES ...

Page 375: ...frigerants 6 69 Alignment and Balance Tire 6 49 Aluminum Wheels Cleaning 6 56 Antenna Fixed 3 25 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 2 60 4 7 Anti Lock Brakes 4 7 Appearance Care 6 51 Appearance Care and Materials 6 59 Arbitration Program 8 4 Armrest Storage 2 47 Ashtrays 2 48 Audio System Tips 3 23 Audio Systems 3 6 Automatic Headlamp System 2 41 Automatic Transmission Check 7 43 Fluid 6 17 6 68...

Page 376: ...t Tire 5 19 Charging System Light 2 58 Check Gages Light 2 65 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 52 Chemical Paint Spotting 6 58 Child Restraints 1 37 Securing in the Right Front Seat Position 1 44 Top Strap 1 42 Where Not to Put 1 43 Cigarette Lighter 2 48 Circuit Breakers and Fuses 6 62 Cleaner Air 6 16 6 70 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels 6 56 Fabric 6 52 Glass 6 54 Inside of Your Vehicle 6 52 Instrume...

Page 377: ...ill and Mountain Roads 4 34 In a Blizzard 4 38 Night 4 26 Off Road 4 14 On Curves 4 9 Rainy Conditions 4 28 Snowy and Icy Conditions 4 36 Through Water 4 30 Wet Roads 4 28 Winter 4 36 With a Trailer 4 51 Driving On Grades While Towing a Trailer 4 52 Drunken Driving 4 3 Easy Entry Seat 1 5 Electrical Equipment Adding 3 23 6 61 Electrical System 6 61 Engine 6 9 6 10 Capacities 6 68 Coolant 5 11 6 26...

Page 378: ...ive 2 23 6 23 French Language Manual ii Front Axle 6 24 Front Map Lamps 2 44 Front Storage Area 2 47 Fuel 6 3 Filling a Portable Container 6 7 Filling Your Tank 6 5 Foreign Countries 6 5 Gage 2 66 Fuel Tank Capacity 6 69 Fuse Block Engine Compartment 6 64 Instrument Panel 6 62 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 6 62 Gages Engine Coolant Temperature 2 61 Engine Oil Pressure 2 64 Fuel 2 66 Voltmeter 2 59 Ga...

Page 379: ... System 7 46 Exhaust Systems 7 46 Front Drive Axle Boot Seal 7 46 Steering 7 46 Suspension 7 46 Throttle System 7 47 Transfer Case 7 47 Instrument Panel 2 50 Cleaning 6 54 Cluster 2 52 2 53 Fuse Block 6 62 Interior Lamps 2 43 Jack Tire 5 21 Jump Seat 1 6 Jump Starting 5 3 Key in the Ignition 2 10 Key Lock Cylinders Service 7 43 Key Release Button 2 15 Keyless Entry System 2 5 Keys 2 2 Labels Certi...

Page 380: ...Service Body 7 43 Tailgate 7 43 Lumbar Controls 1 3 Maintenance Record 7 51 Maintenance Schedule 7 1 Long Trip Highway 7 6 7 29 Owner Checks and Services 7 42 Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 46 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 48 Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 4 Short Trip City 7 5 7 8 Maintenance Underbody 6 58 Maintenance When Trailer Towing 4 54 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 2 61 Manual Fr...

Page 381: ...n Hills with a Trailer 4 53 Over Things That Burn 2 30 With a Trailer 4 53 Your Vehicle Manual Transmission 2 30 Parts Replacement 6 70 Passing 4 11 PasslockR 2 12 Payload 4 42 Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 46 Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab 4 45 Power Accessory Outlets 2 49 Door Locks 2 5 Option Fuses 6 61 Remote Control Mirror 2 45 Steering 4 9 Steering Fluid 6 29 Windows 2 32 Pregnancy Us...

Page 382: ...r 1 52 How to Wear Properly 1 12 Label 1 52 Lap Belt 1 31 1 33 Lap Shoulder 1 12 Questions and Answers 1 11 Rear Seat Passengers 1 33 Reminder Light 1 7 2 55 Replacing After a Crash 1 52 Right Front Passenger Position 1 20 Use During Pregnancy 1 19 Why They Work 1 8 Safety Chains 4 50 Safety Defects Reporting 8 10 Safety Warnings and Symbols iii Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 4 Seatback Latches ...

Page 383: ...nt Feature 2 10 THEFTLOCK R 3 21 Thermostat 6 26 Third Gear Automatic Transmission 2 20 Manual Transmission 2 22 Tilt Steering Wheel 2 34 Time Setting 3 6 Tire Chains 6 50 Tire Loading 4 40 Tires 6 41 Alignment and Balance 6 49 Buying New 6 47 Changing a Flat 5 19 Cleaning 6 57 Inflation 6 44 Inflation Check 7 42 Inspection and Rotation 6 45 Pressure 6 44 Spare 5 21 Temperature 6 48 Traction 6 48 ...

Page 384: ...e 6 58 Used Replacement Wheels 6 50 Vehicle Break In 2 12 Control 4 6 Damage Warnings iv Dimensions 6 70 Identification Number 6 60 Loading 4 41 Storage 6 35 Ventilation System 3 5 Visors Sun 2 48 Voltmeter 2 59 Warning Devices 5 2 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 2 55 Washer Fluid Windshield 6 30 Washing Your Vehicle 6 55 Weatherstrip Lubrication 7 43 Weatherstrips 6 55 Wheel Alignment 6 49 Wh...

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