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Summary of Contents for 1999 Suburban

Page 1: ...r different 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 us...

Page 2: ...whenever it 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 gu...

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 4 Door Utility Suburban ...

Page 7: ...ere Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 20 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 20 Driver Position 1 28 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 29 Right Front Passenger Position 1 29 Air Bag System 1 36 Center Passenger Position 1 38 Rear Seat Passengers 1 41 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 1 43 Children 1 46 Child Restraints 1 60 Larger Child...

Page 8: ...g 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 If your vehicle has a manual bucket split bench or full bench seat you can adjust it with this lever at the front of the seat Slide the lever at the front of the seat toward the passenger s side to unlock it Using your body slide the seat ...

Page 9: ...e seat To raise the front of the seat move the front lever up To lower the front of the seat move the front lever down To raise the rear of the seat move the rear lever up To lower the rear of the seat move the rear lever down The switch located at the front of this control panel is for the power lumbar adjustment which is explained next Power Lumbar Adjustment If Equipped If you have power lumbar...

Page 10: ...d to MED or HIGH temperature to turn on the heating elements in the seat The right front passenger s safety belt must be buckled before the heating elements in that seat will operate To turn the heated seats off move the switch rearward to OFF Reclining Front Seatbacks To adjust the seatback move the lever rearward Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it Move the lever again rearw...

Page 11: ...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 12: ... 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 The front seatback folds forward to let you access the rear of the vehicle To fold a seatback forward pull this lever forward and tilt the seatback forward To return the seatback to the upright position just push the seatback rearward until it latches After return...

Page 13: ...t of your vehicle have an easy entry feature This makes it easy to get in and out of the rear seat On vehicles equipped with the power driver s seat only the passenger s front seat will have the easy entry feature To operate the seat pull forward on the top of the lever located at the side of the seatback and tilt the seatback forward toward the front of the vehicle When you do the seat bottom wil...

Page 14: ...senger position be sure the head restraints are installed properly Folding the Rear Seat 2 Door Models If your vehicle has a rear seat the seat can be folded flat for more cargo space Before folding make sure that nothing is under or in front of the seat When the seat is folded it will lay almost flat on the floor When folding the seat first remove the head restraints Push the button at the top of...

Page 15: ...orward and fold the seatback onto the seat cushion To return the seat to the passenger position just lift up on the seatback and push it rearward until it latches After returning the seat to the passenger position pull forward on the seatback to make sure it is locked into place Also return the safety belts and head restraints to their original positions so they will be available for rear seat pas...

Page 16: ... the seat is folded it will lay flat on the floor When folding the seat first remove the head restraints Push the release buttons at the bottom of each head restraint height adjust post and slide the head restraint out of the height adjust tubes Set the head restraints aside for now You will store them in their proper position after you are done folding the seat To fold the seat pull up on the str...

Page 17: ...ward on the seatback and up on the seat cushion to make sure that the seat is securely in place If the latch plate portion of the center safety belt was put in the center armrest when the seat was folded take the latch plate portion out and place it on the seat That way the center position safety belt will be available for the center rear seat passenger to use Entry to the Rear Seat Suburban Secon...

Page 18: ...tback to its upright position then push the whole seat rearward until it latches After returning the seat to its regular position try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place Removing the Rear Suburban Third Seat If your vehicle has a third seat it can be taken out for more cargo space Before removing the seat unlatch the outside passenger position safety belts fr...

Page 19: ...f the vehicle Then fold the seatback forward into the seat cushion To unlatch the seat from the floor pull up on the center release handle at the rear of the seat and lift the rear seat up off of the floor Turn the seat sideways and take it out of the vehicle Replacing the Rear Seat CAUTION A seat that isn t locked into place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop People in the veh...

Page 20: ... center of the vehicle and raise the seatback After returning the seatback to the upright position push the seatback forward to make sure it is locked into place Then return the outside passenger position safety belts to the seat frame buckles so they will be available for rear seat passengers to use Safety Belts They re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts proper...

Page 21: ...ight in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a crash you don t know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive an...

Page 22: ...yellowblue 1 16 Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it ...

Page 23: ...yellowblue 1 17 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield ...

Page 24: ...strument panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts make such good sense ...

Page 25: ...y so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I m a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety...

Page 26: ... position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat to see how see Seats in the Index so you can sit up straight 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks ...

Page 27: ...es And you d be less likely 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 a crash ...

Page 28: ...djuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pushing in to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your sho...

Page 29: ...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 30: ...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 31: ...iously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests ...

Page 32: ...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 33: ... 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 34: ...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 35: ... help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag But even these air bags must inflate very quickly if they are to do their job and comply with federal regulations Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system CAUTION You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren t wearing your safety belt even if you have air bags Wearing your safety belt ...

Page 36: ...ldren who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed This is true even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infant...

Page 37: ...AG The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information How the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel ...

Page 38: ...flate An air bag is designed to inflate in a moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crash The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system s designed threshold level If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn t move or deform the threshold level is about 9 to 16 mph 14 to 26 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be ...

Page 39: ... even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel Air bags supplement the protection provided by safety belts Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually But air bags would not help you in many types of collisions including rollovers rear impacts and side impacts primarily because an occupan...

Page 40: ...m won t be there to help protect you in another crash A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts D Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the sensors a...

Page 41: ...ur Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle You don t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle Your dealer and the GM service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system To purchase a service manual see Service and Owner Publicat...

Page 42: ...rom working properly A Yes If you add things that change your vehicle s frame bumper system front end sheet metal or height they may keep the air bag system from working properly Also the air bag system may not work properly if you relocate any of the air bag sensors If you have any questions about this you should contact Customer Assistance before you modify your vehicle The phone numbers and add...

Page 43: ...belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to ...

Page 44: ...fety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it...

Page 45: ...ll down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the 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 b...

Page 46: ...st by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pushing in to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt i...

Page 47: ...ts and for small adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts Here s how to install a comfort guide and u...

Page 48: ...t The elastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top ...

Page 49: ...distance traveled nor 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 ki...

Page 50: ...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 51: ...il a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 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 ...

Page 52: ...es 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 An infant car bed A is a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle It s an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface With an infant car bed make...

Page 53: ...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 secured in the vehicle and the seat part is removable ...

Page 54: ...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 55: ...to 27 kg or even up to 36 kg and about four to eight years of age A booster seat is designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Booster seats with shields use lap only belts however booster seats without shields use lap shoulder belts Booster seats can also help a child to see out the window ...

Page 56: ...ather than the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in a rear seat Never put a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat Here s why CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s air bag inflates even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags This ...

Page 57: ... need to have an anchor bracket installed for a second row seat or a center rear seat you can ask your dealer to put it in for you If you want to install the anchor yourself your dealer can tell you how to do it Anchor brackets for the third row outside seat positions are located on the floor in the cargo area ...

Page 58: ...en maneuver You or others could be injured When anchoring a top strap to a cargo tiedown be sure to remove the cargo security shade from your vehicle See Cargo Security Shade in the Index Don t use the front set of tie down brackets Anchor the top strap to the rearmost bracket on the same side of the vehicle as the child restraint Utility models Anchor brackets for the rear outside seat positions ...

Page 59: ...he rearmost bracket on the same side of the vehicle as the child restraint If you need to have an anchor bracket installed for the center rear seat you can ask your dealer to put it in for you If you want to install the anchor yourself your dealer can tell you how to do it Canadian law requires that child restraints have a top strap and that the strap be anchored If your child restraint has a top ...

Page 60: ... restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is p...

Page 61: ... 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 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult o...

Page 62: ...the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how ...

Page 63: ...aint 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 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint ...

Page 64: ...estraint in the right front seat You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before s...

Page 65: ...4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock ...

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

Page 67: ... must be used by only one person at a time Q What if a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child ...

Page 68: ...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 69: ... that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash 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 Afte...

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Page 71: ...ositions 2 13 Starting Your Gasoline Engine 2 15 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 16 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 19 Four Wheel Drive If Equipped 2 25 Parking Brake 2 26 Shifting Into Park P 2 28 Shifting Out of Park P 2 29 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 29 Engine Exhaust 2 30 Running Your Engine While You re Parked 2 31 Locking Rear Axle If Equipped 2 31 Windows 2 33 Tilt Wheel If Equip...

Page 72: ... 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 young children ...

Page 73: ...e doors and fall out When a door is locked the inside handle won t open it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle This may not be so obvious You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked Wear safety belts properly lock your doors and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle The...

Page 74: ... Locks Press the side of the power door lock switch marked LOCK on either front door to lock all the doors at once Press the ribbed side of the switch to unlock all the doors at once On four door models the manual switch on each rear door works only that door s lock It won t lock or unlock all of the doors that s a safety feature ...

Page 75: ...s are closed If the cargo doors are closed the vehicle s doors will lock when a power door lock switch is pressed Child Security Locks If Equipped With this feature you can lock the rear side doors so they can t be opened from the inside by passengers Move the button up to engage the security feature Move the button down to return the door locks to normal operation Leaving Your Vehicle If you are ...

Page 76: ... Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment This system has a range of ab...

Page 77: ...s or until the ignition is turned on Matching Transmitter s To Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter...

Page 78: ... by this system The transmitter does not send the same signal twice to the receiver The receiver 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 simultaneously press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the transmitter for at least five ...

Page 79: ...d Tailgate If your vehicle has a tailgate you must raise the rear glass before lowering the tailgate To open the glass from the outside use your key With the key in the lock turn the key clockwise to release the glass then lift it up To release the glass from the inside use the electric tailgate glass release switch on the instrument panel For more information see Tailgate Electric Glass Release i...

Page 80: ...e door close the passenger s side door Make sure both doors are latched securely To lock the rear doors from outside the vehicle put your key in the lock and turn it clockwise If you have power door locks you can lock the side doors as well as the rear doors from inside the vehicle For more information see Power Door Locks in this section Theft Vehicle theft is big business especially in some citi...

Page 81: ...k cylinder is turned with a valid key If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with fuel is disabled During normal operation the SECURITY light will go off approximately five seconds after the key is turned to the RUN ignition position If the engine stalls and the SECURITY light flashes wait until the light stops flashing before trying to restart the engine Remember t...

Page 82: ...ren t yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings D Don t tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information Ignition Positions CAUTION Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be inju...

Page 83: ...hile the engine is off for example if your vehicle is being pushed RUN D This is the position for driving START E This position starts your engine NOTICE If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can t turn it be sure you are using the correct key if so is it all the way in If it is then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard But turn the key only with your hand Using a t...

Page 84: ...ttery or damaging your starter 2 If it doesn t start right away hold your key in START If it doesn t start in 10 seconds push the accelerator pedal all the way down for five more seconds unless it starts sooner 3 If 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 ...

Page 85: ...to an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was be...

Page 86: ...t position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can t move easily CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured...

Page 87: ...gine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Don t shift out...

Page 88: ...wn steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on If your vehicle is under 8600 lbs GVWR when you manually select SECOND 2 the transmission will drive in second gear You may use this feature for reducing torque to the rear wheels when you are trying to start your vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower...

Page 89: ... part that follows before using four wheel drive You should use 2 WHEEL HIGH 2H for most normal driving conditions NOTICE Driving in the 4 WHEEL HIGH 4H or 4 WHEEL LOW 4L positions for a long time on dry or wet pavement could shorten the life of your vehicle s drivetrain Front Axle Locking Feature The front axle locks and unlocks automatically when you shift the transfer case Some delay for the ax...

Page 90: ...dealer check your system An indicator near the lever shows you the transfer case settings 2 Wheel High 2H This setting is for driving in most street and highway situations Your front axle is not engaged in two wheel drive 4 Wheel High 4H This setting engages your front axle to help drive your vehicle Use 4H when you need extra traction and in most off road situations CAUTION Shifting the transfer ...

Page 91: ...sary to stop or slow the vehicle to shift into 4 Wheel High 4H To shift into or out of 4 Wheel Low 4L or NEUTRAL N 1 Slow the vehicle to a roll about 1 to 3 mph 2 to 5 km h and shift the transmission into NEUTRAL N 2 Shift the transfer case shift lever in one continuous motion Don t pause in NEUTRAL N as you shift the transfer case into 4 Wheel Low 4L or your gears could clash Remember that drivin...

Page 92: ... in AUTO 4WD the front axle is engaged but the vehicle s power is sent only to the rear wheels When the vehicle senses a loss of traction the system will automatically engage four wheel drive Driving in this mode results in slightly lower fuel economy than 2HI 4HI Use 4HI when you need extra traction such as on snowy or icy roads or in most off road situations This setting also engages your front ...

Page 93: ... stays on you should take your vehicle to your dealer for service See Service 4WD in the Index for further information Shifting to 4HI or AUTO 4WD Press and release the 4HI or AUTO 4WD switch This can be done at any speed and the indicator light will flash while shifting It will remain illuminated when the shift is completed Shifting to 2HI Press and release the 2HI switch This can be done at any ...

Page 94: ...ral first make sure the vehicle is parked so that it will not roll 1 Set the parking brake 2 Start the vehicle 3 Connect the vehicle to the towing vehicle 4 Put the transmission in NEUTRAL N 5 Shift the transfer case to 2HI 6 Simultaneously press and hold the 2HI and 4LO buttons for 10 seconds The NEUTRAL light will come on when the transfer case shift to neutral is complete 7 Shift the transmissi...

Page 95: ...cated just above the parking brake pedal marked BRAKE RELEASE to release the parking brake If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released the brake system warning light will go off NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle If you are towing a trailer and are parking on...

Page 96: ...r vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow With four wheel drive if your transfer case is in NEUTRAL N your vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift lever is in PARK P So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL N If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and s...

Page 97: ... 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 If you have four wheel drive and your transfer case is in NEUTRAL N your vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift lever is in PARK P So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL N And if you leave the v...

Page 98: ...eady 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 Your vehicle has a brake transmission shift interlock system You have to fully apply...

Page 99: ...onsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if D Your exhaust system sounds strange or different D Your vehicle gets rusty underneath D Your vehicle was damaged in a collision D Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris D Repairs weren t done correctly D Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust ...

Page 100: ...ION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you ve left the engine running the 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 always set...

Page 101: ...ravel 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 To open your manual windows turn the hand crank on each door to raise or lower your side door windows Power Windows If Equipped 2 Door Utility ...

Page 102: ... down feature that allows the window to be lowered without holding the switch Press and hold the side of the window switch marked AUTO for one second to activate the express down mode The express down mode can be canceled at any time by pressing the opposite side of the switch To open the window partway lightly tap the switch until the window is at the desired position If you have a four door vehi...

Page 103: ...rk There is also a power door lock switch at the rear of the vehicle which will allow you to lock or unlock all of the doors See Power Doors Locks in the Index Horn Push on the center of the steering wheel to sound the horn Tilt Wheel If Equipped A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room whe...

Page 104: ...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 If you move the lever all the way up or down and the arrow flashes at t...

Page 105: ...to LOW the shorter the delay For steady wiping at low speed turn the knob to the LOW position For high speed wiping turn the knob further to HIGH To stop the wipers move the knob to OFF Damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they are frozen to the windshield carefully loos...

Page 106: ...he paddle When you let go of the paddle the wipers will continue to wipe for a few seconds and then either stop or return to the preset speed The use of hood mounted air deflectors may adversely affect windshield wiper and washer performance Rear Window Wiper and Washer The rear window wiper and washer switch is on your instrument panel to the right of the gage cluster To turn the wiper on slide t...

Page 107: ...indow check the fluid level Cruise Control If Equipped With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below 25 mph 40 km h When you apply your brakes cruise control shuts off CAUTION D Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a ...

Page 108: ...ise control switch from ON to R A Resume Accelerate for about half a second You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there Remember if you hold the switch at R A longer than half a second the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake So unless you want to go faster don t hold the switch at R A Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are t...

Page 109: ...ll work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed If the steepness of the hill causes the vehicle speed to drop more than 15 mph 24 km h below the set speed your cruise control will automatically disengage When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to ke...

Page 110: ...ise to OFF to turn off your lamps Rotate the thumbwheel next to the knob up to adjust instrument panel lights Rotate the thumbwheel up to the first notch to return the radio display and gearshift indicator LED display to full intensity when the headlamps or parking lamps are on To turn on the dome lamps with the vehicle doors closed rotate the thumbwheel up to the second notch position You can swi...

Page 111: ... other lamps won t be on Your instrument panel won t be lit up either When it begins to get dark your DRL indicator light is a reminder to turn your headlamp switch on The other lamps that come on with your headlamps will also come on When you turn the headlamp switch off the regular lamps will go off and your headlamps will change to the reduced brightness of DRL To idle your vehicle with the DRL...

Page 112: ...t to the parking and headlamps switch knob all the way up to the second notch 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 and headlamp knob to set the dome lamps to come on automatically when the doors are opened or remain off To turn the lamps off press the switch button once With the switch b...

Page 113: ...p on The lamps can be adjusted to point in the direction you want Press the button again to turn the lamp off Mirrors Inside Day Night Rearview Mirror Pull the tab under the mirror to reduce glare from headlamps behind you after dark Push the tab forward for normal daytime operation Electrochromic Inside Rearview Mirror with Compass If Equipped Your vehicle may have an electrochromic inside rearvi...

Page 114: ...ror Operation The right side of the switch located at the bottom of the mirror turns the electrochromic mirror on and off The AUTO LED will come on when the electrochromic mirror is turned on To turn the mirror on press and hold the MIRROR button for three seconds The mirror will darken and remain dark until the button is released To turn the mirror off press and release the MIRROR button ...

Page 115: ...that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing Compass Calibration If after two seconds the display does not show a compass heading N for North for example there may be a strong magnetic field interfering with the compass Such interference may be caused by a magnetic antenna mount magnetic note pad holder or a similar magnetic item If the letter C should ever appear in the compass w...

Page 116: ... north and true geographic north If not adjusted to account for compass variance your compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance 1 Use the COMP button located at the bottom of the mirror 2 Press and hold the COMP button for three seconds until a zone number appears in the display 3 Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map 4 Press the COMP ...

Page 117: ...ce This can be used as a compass or to indicate outside air temperature Temperature Display The temperature can be displayed by pressing the TEMP side of the switch Pressing the TEMP switch once briefly will toggle the temperature reading on and off To alternate the temperature reading between Fahrenheit and Celsius press and hold the TEMP button for three seconds until the display blinks F_ and C...

Page 118: ...ass will show two character boxes for approximately two seconds After two seconds the mirror will display the compass heading When cleaning the mirror use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing Compass Calibration If after two seconds the display does not show a...

Page 119: ... north and true geographic north If not adjusted to account for compass variance your compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance 1 Use the COMP button located at the bottom of the mirror 2 Press and hold the COMP button for three seconds until a zone number appears in the display 3 Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map 4 Press the COMP ...

Page 120: ...s behind you Some mirrors can be folded in to enter narrow doorways The use of hood mounted air deflectors and convex add on mirror attachments may adversely affect mirror performance Camper Type Outside Mirrors If Equipped If your vehicle is equipped with the camper type mirrors they can be adjusted so you can have a clear view of objects behind you ...

Page 121: ...ust the mirrors when hauling a slide in camper or towing a trailer rotate the mirror by pushing the mirror head toward the front of the vehicle 2 Rotate the mirror head so that the mirror surface faces the rear of the vehicle ...

Page 122: ...auto dimming feature press and hold the inside rearview mirror TEMP button for six seconds See Electrochromic Inside Rearview Mirror with Compass and Temperature Display earlier in this section for further information To turn on the defrost feature press the rear window defrost button See Rear Window Defogger in the Index for further information Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger s side mirror m...

Page 123: ... Door Opener If you have a garage door opener the front overhead compartment can be used to conveniently store the opener 1 To install the garage door opener first open the compartment door by pressing the release button forward 2 Peel the protective backing from the hook and loop patch Press it firmly to the back of your garage door opener as close to the center of the opener as possible 3 Center...

Page 124: ...ed push the button marked PUSH to make sure the garage door opener operates properly With the garage door opener positioned properly and the right number of pegs in place you should only have to push the PUSH button slightly to operate the opener 6 Adjust the position of the garage door opener and add or remove pegs as needed until the opener operates properly ...

Page 125: ...ompartment door with the lenses facing out Rear Compartment The rear compartment can be used to store a small item like a book To open the rear compartment press the release button located at the rear of the compartment door Instrument Panel Cupholder Your vehicle has a cupholder in the middle of the instrument panel To use the cupholder pull the handle and slide the cupholder tray open To close t...

Page 126: ...y have a console compartment between the bucket seats To open it lift the latch handle and swing the door open Your console also has a cupholder that swings out for the back seat passengers to use There is also a drawer that slides out from the bottom of the console ...

Page 127: ...old pads of paper or similar items Your vehicle may have a removable cupholder at the front of the console To remove the cupholder pull the front of the cupholder toward you and lift up To insert the cupholder place it in the console Engage the rear tabs first and then press the front portion in place ...

Page 128: ... the armrest Then let the lid pop up and swing open The storage compartment has a cassette compact disc holder The holder will store up to five compact disc cases and up to six cassette tape cases The storage compartment also has a folding writing table on the top of the armrest lid To use the writing table pull the latch at the rear of the table and swing the writing table forward Use it to hold ...

Page 129: ...r utility model it has a storage compartment located in the rear cargo area of the vehicle in the driver s side trim panel To open the compartment press down on the release latches and swing the compartment door open When closing the compartment press both latches down and move the door to the closed position Cargo Security Shade 4 Door Utility Model CAUTION An improperly stored cargo cover could ...

Page 130: ...d the passenger s side of the vehicle Lift the shade up on the driver s side swing the shade rearward and take it out of the vehicle To put the shade in the vehicle first make sure the shade slot in the holder faces rearward with the round surface facing down Then hold the shade at an angle and place the shade holder tab into the slot in the passenger s side trim panel Move the other end of the sh...

Page 131: ...to the side rails or side rail supports NOTICE Loading cargo that weighs more than 200 lbs 90 6 kg on the luggage carrier may damage your vehicle When you carry large things never let them hang over the rear or the sides of your vehicle Load your cargo so that it rests on the slats and does not scratch or damage the vehicle Put the cargo against the side rails and fasten it securely to the luggage...

Page 132: ...46 cm to 58 cm rearward of the front supports D After moving the crossrails be sure to tighten all the slider screws Your vehicle has a Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL located above the tailgate glass or above the rear load doors If items are loaded on the roof of the vehicle care should be taken not to block or damage the CHMSL unit Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Front Ashtray The front ashtra...

Page 133: ...one heating it will pop back by itself NOTICE Holding a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating can make it overload damaging the lighter and the heating element Just push the lighter all the way in and let go When it s done heating it will pop back by itself Accessory Power Outlets Two auxiliary power outlets are located near the cigarette lighter Use these outlets to power mobile...

Page 134: ...wn pull the extender out for extra glare coverage at the front or side Some visors have mirrors with lights If the mirror has lights they will come on when you lift the mirror cover Universal Transmitter If Equipped This transmitter allows you to consolidate the functions of up to three individual hand held transmitters It will operate garage doors and gates or with the accessory package other dev...

Page 135: ...zed service facility could void authorization to use this equipment Programming the Transmitter Do not use the transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse feature This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door you are programming Your vehicle s engine should be turned off w...

Page 136: ...Safety Standards If you cannot program the transmitter after repeated attempts consult your GM dealer Be sure to keep the original hand held transmitter in case you need to erase and reprogram the universal transmitter Operating the Transmitter Press and hold the appropriate button on the universal transmitter The red light comes on while the signal is being transmitted Note that the effective tra...

Page 137: ...or 3 Locate the training button on the garage door opener receiver The exact location and color will vary among brands 4 Press the training button on the garage door opener receiver for one to two seconds 5 Return to your vehicle and press the programmed button on the universal transmitter until the red light flashes rapidly about two seconds 6 Release the button then press it again to confirm tha...

Page 138: ...yellowblue 2 68 Instrument Panel ...

Page 139: ... Lever G Audio System H Comfort Control System I Glove Box J Ashtray K Cupholder L Auxiliary Power Outlets M Storage Area or Compact Disc Player If Equipped N Rear Window Defogger Switch If Equipped O Automatic Transfer Case Switch If Equipped P Tilt Lever If Equipped Q Parking Brake Release R Hood Release S Fuse Block ...

Page 140: ...rsion shown Canadian similar Your instrument 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 have and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically ...

Page 141: ...incial vehicle registration office But generally if the new odometer can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer then it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip od...

Page 142: ... 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 to do about it Please follow this manual s advi...

Page 143: ...y 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 will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Charging System Warning Light The charging system warning light should come on briefly when you turn on the ignition before starting the engine...

Page 144: ...low 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 warning zone indicate a possible problem in the electrical system Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on the brake system warning light will com...

Page 145: ... is still on after you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds That s normal If the light stays on or comes on when you re driving your vehicle needs service If the regular brake system warning light isn ...

Page 146: ...erheating in the Index Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine Soon Light Gasoline Engine 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 levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner e...

Page 147: ...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 148: ...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 149: ...one indicate the normal operating range A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or other problem causing low oil pressure Check your oil as soon as possible CAUTION Don t keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle s...

Page 150: ...er Service Four Wheel Drive Warning Light If Equipped If your vehicle is equipped with the automatic four wheel drive transfer case it has a computer which controls the four wheel drive system 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 automatic four wheel drive...

Page 151: ...could be a problem with your oil pressure coolant temperature or some other problem Check your various gages to see if they are in the warning zones If they are have your vehicle serviced right away Headlamp High Beam Indicator Light The high beam indicator is on whenever you use your high beam headlamps For more details about high beams see Headlamp High Low Beam Changer earlier in this section T...

Page 152: ...r less fuel to fill up than the fuel 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 None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gage For informati...

Page 153: ...ng 3 9 Rear Window Defogger If Equipped 3 10 Audio Systems 3 10 Setting the Clock 3 11 AM FM Stereo 3 12 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player If Equipped 3 15 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 19 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 23 Remote Compact Disc Player If Equipped 3 24 Theft Deterrent Feature If Equ...

Page 154: ...re independently of the function knob setting Move the knob clockwise to the red area for warmer air Move the knob counterclockwise to the blue area for cooler air Mode Knob The right knob on the control panel allows you to choose the direction of air delivery The control knob can be placed in any position between any two mode settings to blend the flow of air VENT This setting directs air through...

Page 155: ... knob on the control panel lets you select the relative temperature of the air flowing into the passenger area of your vehicle This knob will allow you to adjust the relative air temperature independently of the function knob setting Move the knob clockwise to the red area for warmer air Move the knob counterclockwise to the blue area for cooler air Mode Knob The right knob on the control panel al...

Page 156: ...Without Rear Heater If Equipped If your vehicle has rear air conditioning without rear heater the controls are located above the front and second seats The front and rear overhead controls let you increase and decrease the airflow at the rear vents To operate the rear air conditioning system the front air conditioning system must be on With the front air conditioning system off the rear system con...

Page 157: ... rear heater without rear air conditioning the control switch is located on the instrument panel To increase and decrease the flow of heated air to the rear floor vents move the switch marked REAR HEAT to the blower speed you want The knob has three speed positions To increase the flow of heated air move the switch toward HIGH To decrease the flow of heated air move it toward LOW To turn the fan o...

Page 158: ...NTL To regulate the airflow location adjust the center knob on the control panel Turn the knob clockwise for floor vent airflow or counterclockwise for headliner vent airflow Generally the upper vents are used for air conditioning and the floor vents for heating The control knob can be set to any blend setting To adjust the air temperature turn the temperature knob on the right of the control pane...

Page 159: ...you use A C with the recirculation button pushed in turn off recirculation as soon as the vehicle reaches a comfortable interior temperature With the A C on move the temperature knob to MAX for maximum cooling This setting also puts the system in the recirculation mode and helps to maximize your air conditioner s performance and your vehicle s fuel economy This setting also cools the air the faste...

Page 160: ...ust valves Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning fan is running unless you have the recirculation button pushed in For more information on the recirculation button see Air Conditioning earlier in this section Your vehicle has air outlets in the center and on the sides of your instrument panel You can move the outlets from side to side or up and down to dir...

Page 161: ...ld and side windows clear Use DEFROST to remove fog or ice from the windshield in extremely humid or cold conditions Use DEFROST with the temperature knob toward the red area and the fan control toward HI Rear Window Defogger If Equipped If you see lines running across the rear window you have a rear window defogger The lines warm the glass To turn on the rear window defogger press this button nex...

Page 162: ...stem 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 appears on the display Press and hold the SEEK left arrow until the correct hour appears on the display Setting the Clock for Syst...

Page 163: ...igher 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 pushbutto...

Page 164: ...s 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 Cass...

Page 165: ...for 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 s...

Page 166: ...E 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 CLN I...

Page 167: ...olume 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 faster vehicle speeds Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display will show your selection TUNE P...

Page 168: ... for the location you are in the radio display will show the channel number P1 P6 for several seconds before advancing to the next preset station Setting the Tone BASS Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position Turn the knob clockwise to increase bass and counterclockwise to decrease bass When the BASS control is rotated the AUTO TONE display will go blank TREB Press lightly...

Page 169: ...rols just as you do for the radio The tape symbol and a direction arrow will be on the display whenever a tape is being played Anytime a tape is inserted the top side is selected for play first The player automatically senses if the cassette tape is metal or CrO2 and adjusts for best playback sound For metal tapes the double D symbol will appear on the display PREV 1 Press the PREV button or the S...

Page 170: ...y EJECT can be used with either the ignition or radio off To load a cassette tape with the ignition or radio off press EJECT before loading the cassette CLN If this message appears on the display the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Ind...

Page 171: ...me 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 faster vehicle speeds Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display will show your selection TUNE Pres...

Page 172: ... for the location you are in the radio display will show the channel number P1 P6 for several seconds before advancing to the next preset station Setting the Tone BASS Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position Turn the knob clockwise to increase bass and counterclockwise to decrease bass When the BASS control is rotated the AUTO TONE display will go blank TREB Press lightly...

Page 173: ...er with the ignition on Insert a disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in Wait a few seconds and the disc should play CD and a CD symbol will also appear on the display Anytime you are playing a CD the letters CD will be next to the CD symbol If the disc comes back out and ERR appears on the display it could be that D You are driving on a very rough road The disc should ...

Page 174: ...is displayed in minutes and seconds The track number will also appear when a new track begins to play Press RECALL again to return to the time display AM FM While in the CD mode press this button to stop playing the CD and play the radio The CD symbol will still display but the word CD will be replaced with either AM FM1 or FM2 If the radio is turned off the disc stays in the player and will resum...

Page 175: ...ds This protects the disc and player from damage The disc will not start playing To remove the disc press the EJECT button and remove the disc from the player All of the compact disc functions are controlled by the radio buttons except for EJECT When a disc is in the player a CD symbol will appear on the display When a disc is playing the letters CD will appear next to the CD symbol in the bottom ...

Page 176: ...urrently playing Press RECALL again within five seconds to see how long the track has been playing When a new track starts to play the track number will also appear Press RECALL a third time and the time of day will be displayed TAPE AUX With a disc loaded in the player and the radio playing press this button once to play the compact disc To return to playing the radio press AM FM If both a casset...

Page 177: ...UN 3 Turn the radio off 4 Press the 1 and 4 buttons together Hold them down until shows on the display Next you will use the secret code number which you have written down 5 Press MN and 000 will appear on the display 6 Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code 7 Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code 8 Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the ...

Page 178: ...se 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 display 5 Press MN again to make the last two digits agree ...

Page 179: ...mal 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 equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio m...

Page 180: ... improvement in sound quality clean the tape player The recommended cleaning method 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 ca...

Page 181: ...eature is active again You may also choose a non scrubbing action wet type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head This type of cleaning cassette will not eject on its own A non scrubbing action cleaner may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner The use of a non scrubbing action dry type cleaning cassette is not recommended After you clean the player ...

Page 182: ...scs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of Your Compact Disc Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged If the mast should ever become slightly bent y...

Page 183: ...ng 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Steering 4 11 Off Road Recovery 4 12 Passing 4 13 Loss of Control 4 14 Off Road Driving with Your Four Wheel Drive Vehicle 4 28 Driving at Night 4 30 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 33 City Driving 4 34 Freeway Driving 4 35 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 36 Highway Hypnosis 4 36 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 38 Winter Driving 4 42 Recreational Vehicle To...

Page 184: ...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 185: ...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 186: ...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 187: ...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 188: ... 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 189: ...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 190: ...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 191: ... four wheel drive Braking in Emergencies With anti lock you can steer and brake at the same time In many emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort Speed Sensitive Steering This system varies the amount of st...

Page 192: ...urves warn that you should adjust your speed Of course the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions Under less favorable conditions you ll want to go slower If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while your front wheels are straight ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady sp...

Page 193: ...le is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that yo...

Page 194: ...ally indicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic D Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you re following a larger vehicle...

Page 195: ...ems brakes steering and acceleration don t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not o...

Page 196: ...you have any doubt Remember Any anti lock brake system ABS helps avoid only the braking skid Off Road Driving with Your Four Wheel Drive Vehicle This off road guide is for vehicles that have four wheel drive Also see Anti Lock Brakes in the Index If your vehicle doesn t have four wheel drive you shouldn t drive off road unless you re on a level solid surface Off road driving can be great fun But i...

Page 197: ...D The heaviest things should be on the load floor and forward of your rear axle Put heavier items as far forward as you can D Be sure the load is secured properly so driving on the off road terrain doesn t toss things around CAUTION D Cargo on the load floor piled higher than the seatbacks can be thrown forward during a sudden stop You or your passengers could be injured Keep cargo below the top o...

Page 198: ...t of the vehicle s exhaust system Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip especially when going to a remote area Know the terrain and plan your route You are much less likely to get bad surprises Get accurate maps of trails and terrain Try to learn of any blocked or closed roads It s also a good idea to travel with at least one other vehicle If something happens to one of them t...

Page 199: ...kinds of terrain You need to be familiar with the terrain and its many different features Here are some things to consider Surface Conditions Off roading can take you over hard packed dirt gravel rocks grass sand mud snow or ice Each of these surfaces affects the steering acceleration and braking of your vehicle in different ways Depending upon the kind of surface you are on you may experience sli...

Page 200: ...ptions and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You could have a serious or even fatal accident if you drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking See Drunken Driving in the Index Driving on Off Road Hills Off road driving often takes you up down or across a hill Driving safely on hills requires good judgment and an understanding of what your vehicle can and c...

Page 201: ...you don t know It s the smart way to find out D Is the hill simply too rough Steep hills often have ruts gullies troughs and exposed rocks because they are more susceptible to the effects of erosion Driving Uphill Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill you need to take some special steps D Use a low gear and get a firm grip on the steering wheel D Get a smooth start up the hill and try t...

Page 202: ...n and stay alert Q What should I do if my vehicle stalls or is about to stall and I can t make it up the hill A If this happens there are some things you should do and there are some things you must not do First here s what you should do D Push the brake pedal to stop the vehicle and keep it from rolling backwards Also apply the parking brake D If your engine is still running shift the transmissio...

Page 203: ... are about to stall when going up a hill If the hill is steep enough to stall your vehicle it s steep enough to cause you to roll over if you turn around If you can t make it up the hill you must back straight down the hill Q Suppose after stalling I try to back down the hill and decide I just can t do it What should I do A Set the parking brake put your transmission in PARK P and turn off the eng...

Page 204: ... keeping your vehicle under control at all times CAUTION Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakes to overheat and fade This could cause loss of control and a serious accident Apply the brakes lightly when descending a hill and use a low gear to keep vehicle speed under control Q Are there some things I should not do when driving down a hill A Yes These are important because if yo...

Page 205: ...to consider D A hill that can be driven straight up or down may be too steep to drive across When you go straight up or down a hill the length of the wheel base the distance from the front wheels to the rear wheels reduces the likelihood the vehicle will tumble end over end But when you drive across an incline the much more narrow track width the distance between the left and right wheels may not ...

Page 206: ...n t drive across it Find another route instead Q What if I m driving across an incline that s not too steep but I hit some loose gravel and start to slide downhill What should I do A If you feel your vehicle starting to slide sideways turn downhill This should help straighten out the vehicle and prevent the side slipping However a much better way to prevent this is to get out and walk the course s...

Page 207: ...ng 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 don t get stuck When you drive on sand you ll sense a change in wheel traction But it will depend upon how loosely packed the sand is On loosely packed sand as on beaches or sand dunes yo...

Page 208: ...ly Driving in Water Light rain causes no special off road driving problems But heavy rain can mean flash flooding and flood waters demand extreme caution Find out how deep the water is before you drive 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 wat...

Page 209: ...on on driving through water After Off Road Driving Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody chassis or under the hood These accumulations can be a fire hazard After operation in mud or sand have the brake linings cleaned and checked These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking Check the body structure steering suspension wheels tires and exhaust system for damage Als...

Page 210: ...iving D Drive defensively D Don t drink and drive D Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you D Since you can t see as well you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles D Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead D In remote areas watch for animals D If you re tired pull off ...

Page 211: ...t 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 headlamps Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by...

Page 212: ...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 213: ...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 214: ...ydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving 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 un...

Page 215: ... 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 216: ... 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 217: ...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 218: ...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 219: ...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 220: ...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 221: ... 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 222: ...o 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 yourself or tuck under your cloth...

Page 223: ...e engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery or batteries charged You will need a well charged battery or batteries to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while If you have a diesel engine you may have to run it at a hig...

Page 224: ...towed To properly tow these vehicles they should be placed on a platform trailer with all four wheels off the ground Towing with all four wheels on the ground should be avoided In rare cases when it s unavoidable that a two wheel drive vehicle is to be towed with all four wheels on the ground the propeller shaft to axle yoke orientation should be marked and the propeller shaft removed following th...

Page 225: ...mly set the parking brake 2 Place the transmission in PARK P 3 Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle 4 With the engine running shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL N See Four Wheel Drive in the Index for the proper procedure to select the neutral position for your vehicle 5 Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the towing vehicle 6 Tu...

Page 226: ... Axle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out CAUTION Do ...

Page 227: ...hey ll keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash D Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle Try to spread the weight evenly D Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats D Don t leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle D When you carry ...

Page 228: ... warranty To pull a trailer correctly follow the advice in this part and see your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle Every vehicle is ready for some trailer towing 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 dura...

Page 229: ...RIVE B You may want to shift the transmission to THIRD 3 or if necessary a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts too often e g under heavy loads and or hilly conditions Three important considerations have to do with weight D the weight of the trailer D the weight of the trailer tongue D and the weight on your vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It depe...

Page 230: ...kg K 1500 4WD Utility 5 7L 3 42 5 500 lbs 2 497 kg 3 73 6 500 lbs 2 951 kg 6 5L Diesel 3 42 6 000 lbs 2 724 kg 3 73 7 000 lbs 3 178 kg C 1500 2WD Suburban 5 7L 3 42 5 500 lbs 2 497 kg 3 73 6 500 lbs 2 951 kg 6 5L Diesel 3 42 5 500 lbs 2 497 kg K 1500 4WD Suburban 5 7L 3 42 5 000 lbs 2 270 kg 3 73 6 000 lbs 2 724 kg 6 5L Diesel 3 42 5 000 lbs 2 270 kg ...

Page 231: ... kg 4 10 7 500 lbs 3 405 kg 6 5L Diesel 3 73 6 500 lbs 2 951 kg 4 10 8 000 lbs 3 632 kg 7 4L 3 73 8 500 lbs 3 859 kg 4 10 10 000 lbs 4 540 kg K 2500 4WD Suburban 5 7L 4 10 7 000 lbs 3 178 kg 6 5L Diesel 3 73 6 000 lbs 2 724 kg 4 10 7 500 lbs 3 405 kg 7 4L 3 73 8 000 lbs 3 632 kg 4 10 10 000 lbs 4 540 kg ...

Page 232: ...ay carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you will tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity If you re using a weight carrying hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded trail...

Page 233: ...a properly mounted weight distributing hitch and sway control of the proper size This equipment is very important for proper vehicle loading and good handling when you re driving D Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you do then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from...

Page 234: ...uid to the rear brakes But don t use copper tubing for this If you do it will bend and finally break off Use steel brake tubing Driving with a Trailer CAUTION If you have a rear most window open and you pull a trailer with your vehicle carbon monoxide CO could come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness or death See Engine Exhaust in the Index To maximize your saf...

Page 235: ...orking This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudd...

Page 236: ...entheyarenot It simportanttocheckoccasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well You should tow in AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE B You may want to shift the transmission to THIRD ...

Page 237: ...akes Then apply your parking brake and then shift to PARK P 5 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL N 6 Release the regular brakes CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can mov...

Page 238: ...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 adjustment Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If ...

Page 239: ...ored under the rear end of your vehicle The five wire light duty harness is located at the left hand rear inner lower quarter panel The additional heavy duty wiring is located forward of the rear bumper and is attached to the center of the rear crossmember or the forward vertical surface of the platform hitch if equipped ...

Page 240: ...ng harness to your trailer D Brown Rear Lamps D Yellow Left Stoplamp and Turn Signal D Dark Green Right Stoplamp and Turn Signal D White Heavy Gauge Ground D Light Green Back up Lamps D White Light Gauge Center High Mounted Stop Lamp D Blue Auxiliary Electric Trailer Brake Circuit D Orange Fused Auxiliary Circuit Store the harness in its original place Wrap the harness together and tie it neatly s...

Page 241: ...you will be using the bumper to tow a trailer you must remove the center cutout circle to install the trailer ball You must also remove both outer cutouts to attach the trailer safety chains To remove the pad lift the edge of the pad from the rear of the bumper and swing it forward When the pad releases from the bumper holes lift the pad off ...

Page 242: ...yellowblue 4 60 NOTES ...

Page 243: ...occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Engine Overheating Gasoline Engine 5 11 Cooling System Gasoline Engine 5 19 Engine Fan Noise 5 19 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 20 Changing a Flat Tire 5 36 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Page 244: ...y down to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flashers push the button until the first click and release When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the si...

Page 245: ...hurt you 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 you...

Page 246: ... drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is not in NEUTRAL N 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or accessory power outlets Turn off all lamps that aren t needed as well as radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save your radio NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repa...

Page 247: ...u accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 5 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive and negative will go to a metal engine part Don t ...

Page 248: ...h metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative cable Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part of the vehicle with the dead battery ...

Page 249: ...ck to the battery is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service 12 Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting Take care that they don t touch each other or any other metal A Heavy Metal Engine Part B Good Battery C Dead ...

Page 250: ...and design it is essential that the correct towing equipment is used to tow a vehicle Your vehicle can be towed with sling type equipment wheel lift equipment or car carrier equipment Two Wheel Drive vehicle towing limits for sling type equipment and wheel lift equipment D Front Towing 35 mph 55km h for 50 miles 80 km D Rear Towing 55 mph 88km h or legal speed limit and the distance is unlimited F...

Page 251: ...ood 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 of the vehicle u...

Page 252: ...n 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 AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE B 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 you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away ...

Page 253: ... Cap C Engine Fan s CAUTION If your vehicle has air conditioning the auxiliary electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down ...

Page 254: ...n t touch them If you do you can be burned CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty NOTICE When adding coolant it is imp...

Page 255: ... t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at or above the COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR engine coolant at the coolant recovery tank See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Y...

Page 256: ...gine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at or above the COLD 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 257: ...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 258: ...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 259: ... 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 COLD mark 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off ...

Page 260: ... 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 261: ...es If a Tire Goes Flat It s unusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot of...

Page 262: ... NEUTRAL N 4 Turn off the engine To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you can put 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 equipment you ll need is located in the ...

Page 263: ...he other side has a DOWN marking Assemble the ratchet to the hook near the end of the jack handle as illustrated with the DOWN marking facing you Insert the other end through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft 2 Turn the ratchet to lower the spare tire to the ground Continue to turn the ratchet until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle 3 When the tire has been...

Page 264: ... other emergency situations Remember to replace them with the jack so you will have them if needed later To open the jack cover on four door utility models turn the wing nut counterclockwise and take the cover off To take the jack out turn the wing head bolt counterclockwise and take it and the retainer off Take the jack and storage box out and take the tools out of the box Your vehicle may have a...

Page 265: ...ools out of the box Your vehicle may have a pair of emergency gloves secured to the jack You can use them when changing the tire or during other emergency situations Remember to replace them with the jack so you will have them if needed later The tools you ll be using include the jack A the jack handle extension B jack handle C wheel wrench D and the ratchet E The jack handle extension is used if ...

Page 266: ...yellowblue 5 24 Attach the jack handle and jack handle extension if needed to the jack UP Marking DOWN Marking One side of the ratchet has an UP marking The other side has a DOWN marking ...

Page 267: ...s use the wheel wrench and ratchet to remove them Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise with DOWN facing you to remove the wheel nut caps Then take off the hub cap If the wheel also has a trim ring use the wheel wrench to pry along the edge and remove it If the wheel has a smooth center piece place the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry it off ...

Page 268: ...l nuts Don t remove the wheel nuts yet 2 If the flat tire is on the rear of the vehicle put the jack handle extension on the jack handle 3 Position the jack under the vehicle If the flat tire is on the front of the vehicle position the jack on the frame behind the flat tire If the flat tire is on the rear of the vehicle position the jack on the axle near the flat tire between the spring and the sh...

Page 269: ...h 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 Front Position Rear Position 4 With UP on the ratchet facing you raise the vehicle by rotating the ratchet and wheel wrench clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground ...

Page 270: ...e after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure 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 ...

Page 271: ... Tighten each wheel nut by hand using the wheel wrench until the wheel is held against the hub Front Position Rear Position 8 Lower the vehicle by rotating the ratchet and wheel wrench counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 9 Tighten each wheel nut by rotating the wheel wrench clockwise ...

Page 272: ...ts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque For proper torque see Capacities and Specifications in the Index ...

Page 273: ... could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Store the flat tire where the spare tire is stored Put the tools into the storage box and close it tightly Fit the storage box on the bracket with the bolt through the box Put the jack onto the box Be sure the jack is stored as shown in the following illustrations The jack han...

Page 274: ...has one by simply reversing the removal procedure described earlier Jacking Tool Storage A Wheel Wrench B Jack Handle C Ratchet D Jacking Tool Storage Box E Jack Handle Extension Jack Storage 2 Door Utility Model A Retainer B Nut C Jack D Jack Storage Box E Bracket ...

Page 275: ...yellowblue 5 33 Jack Storage 4 Door Utility Model A Retainer B Nut C Jack D Jack Storage Box E Bracket Jack Storage Suburban A Retainer B Nut C Jack Storage Box D Bracket E Jack ...

Page 276: ...Slide the adapter onto the bolt in the proper location for your model and put the wing nut on 4 Turn the wing nut clockwise until the adapter is tight and secure against the wheel 5 Close the tire cover if you have one Spare Tire 2 Door Utility Model 1 Carrier 2 J Bolt 3 Adapter 4 Spare Tire 5 Nut 6 Cover 7 Pins 8 J Bolt 9 Use Upper Hole and Pin for P265 Tire or Lower Hole and Pin for LT245 P245 a...

Page 277: ...Adapter 6 Nut 7 Cover 8 Use Lower Adapter Hole for eight Lug Rim Only Be sure the J bolt is hooked properly for your model or tire size as shown Spare Tire 4 Door Utility Model A Hoist Assembly B Hoist Shaft C Ratchet D Jack Handle E Retainer F Valve Stem Pointed Down G Spare Tire ...

Page 278: ...inst the underside of the vehicle Continue turning the ratchet until there are two clicks or ratchets The spare tire hoist cannot be over tightened 5 Grasp and push against the tire to be sure it is stored securely and does not move If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck you will need to spin the wheels but you don t want to spin your wheels too fast...

Page 279: ... spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly 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 hoo...

Page 280: ...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 281: ...2 Engine Oil Gasoline Engine 6 16 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Gasoline Engines 6 19 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 22 Rear Axle 6 22 Four Wheel Drive 6 24 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 25 Thermostat 6 25 Engine Coolant 6 28 Power Steering Fluid 6 29 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 30 Brakes 6 34 Battery 6 35 Bulb Replacement 6 42 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 43 Tires 6 51 Appearance Care 6 51 Cleaning t...

Page 282: ...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 283: ...e engines please read this Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher It is 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 provi...

Page 284: ...perator whether or not his 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 cleaner air all gasolines in...

Page 285: ...lability 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 8P7 Filling Your Tank Gasoline Engine If your vehicle ha...

Page 286: ... can cause very bad injuries Don t smoke if you re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline While refueling let the cap hang by the tether below the fuel filler neck To remove the cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise ...

Page 287: ...Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index NOTICE If you need a new cap ...

Page 288: ...ct with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete D Don t smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION If your vehicle has air conditioning the auxiliary engine fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood ele...

Page 289: ... pull up on the secondary hood release located just to the passenger s side of the center of the grill Lift the hood If your vehicle has air conditioning it may have an auxiliary engine fan in addition to the belt driven fan Before closing the hood be sure all filler caps are on properly Pull down the hood and close it firmly ...

Page 290: ...ry B Air Cleaner C Radiator Cap D Coolant Recovery Tank E Air Filter Restriction Indicator F Engine Oil Dipstick G Automatic Transmission Dipstick H Fan I Power Steering Fluid Reservoir J Engine Oil Fill K Brake Fluid Reservoir L Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir M Fuse Relay Center ...

Page 291: ...ry B Coolant Recovery Tank C Air Cleaner D Radiator Cap E Air Filter Restriction Indicator F Engine Oil Dipstick G Automatic Transmission Dipstick H Engine Oil Fill I Fan J Power Steering Fluid Reservoir K Brake Fluid Reservoir L Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir M Fuse Relay Center ...

Page 292: ...gine 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 engine oil dipstick has a yellow ring handle and is located on the passenger s side of the engine Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level ...

Page 293: ...case 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 upper mark that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged The engine oil fill cap on the VORTEC 5700 V8 engine is located on the driver s side engine valve cover The engine oil fill cap on the VORTEC 7400 V8 engine is locate...

Page 294: ...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 295: ...ink 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 are below freezing D Most trips include extensive idling such as frequent driving in stop and go traffic D You operate your vehicle in dusty areas or off ...

Page 296: ...g it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil ask your dealer a service station or a local recycling center for help Engine Air Cleaner Filter Gasoline Engines The air cleaner assembly has an indicator that lets you know when the ai...

Page 297: ...etainer clips and remove the cover 2 Lift the filter and the connected duct out of the air cleaner housing Hold the duct and remove the filter by both pulling and twisting the filter away from the duct Care should be taken to dislodge as little dirt as possible 3 Clean the filter sealing surface of the duct and the filter housing ...

Page 298: ...ance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter See Owner Checks and Services in the Index CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engin...

Page 299: ...000km See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick NOTICE Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission Too much can mean that some of the...

Page 300: ... during a cold check you must perform a hot check before adding fluid This will give you a more accurate reading of the fluid level Checking the Fluid Level D Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running D With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P D With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in e...

Page 301: ... the transmission fluid while it is hot A cold check is used only as a reference If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Don t overfill NOTICE We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRONR III because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic...

Page 302: ...gh lubricant to raise the level to the bottom 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 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 Lubr...

Page 303: ...l is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index ...

Page 304: ...ifferential is cold add enough lubricant to raise the level to 1 2 inch 12 mm below the filler plug hole When the differential is at operating temperature warm add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Radiator Pressure Cap ...

Page 305: ...lant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOLR extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating in the Index A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant will D Give freezing...

Page 306: ...m parts If you use this coolant mixture you don t need to add anything else CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous 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...

Page 307: ...ou use the proper coolant you don t have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system These can be harmful Checking Coolant The coolant recovery tank is located on the passenger s side at the rear corner of the engine compartment The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the COLD mark or a little higher When your engine...

Page 308: ...d coolant mixture at the recovery tank but be careful not to spill it CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there i...

Page 309: ...p to the mark What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If you will be operating your vehicle in an area...

Page 310: ...if it is completely full D Don t use engine coolant antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is here It is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal bra...

Page 311: ...engine is hot enough You or others could be burned and your vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to check your brake fluid See Periodic Maintenance Inspections in the Index Checking Brake Fluid You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap Just look at the brake fluid reservoir T...

Page 312: ...s may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid NOTICE D Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they ll have to be replaced Don t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid D If you s...

Page 313: ...d This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly torque wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM specifications Your rear drum brakes don t have wear indicators but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake linings inspected immediatel...

Page 314: ...le if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Fluid Leak Check After the vehicle has been parked for awhile inspect the surface under the vehicle for water oil fuel or other flu...

Page 315: ...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 For the proper bulb type see Replacement Bulbs in the Index For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your GM dealer s service department Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst i...

Page 316: ...mps 1 Remove the four screws from the headlamp retainer 2 Pull the headlamp out and remove the retainer 3 Unplug and remove the headlamp 4 Plug in the new headlamp and put it in place 5 Install the retainer to the headlamp and tighten the screws ...

Page 317: ... headlamp lens assembly out 3 Unplug the electrical connector 4 Turn the bulb counterclockwise and remove it 5 Put the new bulb into the lens assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight 6 Plug in the electrical connector 7 Put the headlamp lens assembly back into the vehicle Install and tighten the two hex head pins ...

Page 318: ...e tab on the side of the lamp socket while turning the socket counterclockwise 4 Pull the socket out of the lamp assembly 5 Push in gently on the bulb turn it counterclockwise and remove it from the socket 6 Put the new bulb into the socket gently press in on the bulb and turn it clockwise until it is tight 7 Put the socket back into the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks 8 Put the...

Page 319: ... counterclockwise 3 Pull the socket out of the lamp assembly 4 Push in gently on the bulb turn it counterclockwise and remove it from the socket 5 Put the new bulb into the socket gently press in on the bulb and turn it clockwise until it is tight 6 Put the socket back into the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks 7 Put the parking turn signal lamp assembly back into the vehicle and ...

Page 320: ...ch through the opening and turn the sidemarker bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it 3 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket 4 Put a new bulb into the socket and push it in until it is tight 5 Put the socket back into the sidemarker assembly and turn it clockwise to tighten it 6 Replace the parking turn signal lamp assembly and tighten the screws ...

Page 321: ...ide the fender and pull out the lamp assembly You may want to use a magnetic screwdriver when removing the screws 4 Remove the screws from the bulb retainer and take the bulb retainer off of the lamp assembly 5 Pull the old bulb straight out of the socket 6 Put in a new bulb and push it straight in until it is tight 7 Replace the bulb retainer 8 Replace the rear lamp assembly and tighten the screw...

Page 322: ...ck in Section 7 of this manual under Part B Owner Checks and Services for more information Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways For proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index Here s how to remove the Shephard s Hook type To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly 1 Lift the wiper arm and rotate the blade until it is faci...

Page 323: ...more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure D Worn old tires can cause accidents If your tread is badly worn or if your tires have been damaged replace them Inflation Tire Pressure The Certification Tire label which is on the rear edge of the driver s door or on the incomplete vehicle document in the cab shows t...

Page 324: ...You can t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they re underinflated Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6 000 to 8 000 miles 10 000 to 13 000 km Any time you notice unusual wear rotate ...

Page 325: ... Nut Torque in the Index CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush lat...

Page 326: ... size or location of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Certification Tire label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires get ones with that same TPC Spec number That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are desig...

Page 327: ...ity Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires The Uniform Tire Quality Grading system does not apply to deep tread w...

Page 328: ...esenting the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger ...

Page 329: ... replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle CAUTION Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you ...

Page 330: ...ufacturer s instructions To help avoid damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it s contacting your vehicle and don t spin your wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the rear tires If you have a tire size other than P265 75R16 or LT265 75R16 use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use chains that are the proper size for yo...

Page 331: ...and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle D Alcohol D Laundry Soap D Bleach D Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl leather plastic and painted surfaces with a clean damp cloth Cleaning of Fabric and Carpet Your deal...

Page 332: ... Wipe cleaned area with a clean damp towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water 2 If a stain remains follow the multi purpose interior cle...

Page 333: ...uct Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth Then let the leather dry naturally Do not use heat to dry D For stubborn stains use a leather cleaner See your dealer for this product D Never use oils varnishes solvent based or abrasive cleaners furniture polish or shoe polish on leather D Soiled or stained leather should be cl...

Page 334: ...the Outside of the Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon AmiR Powder non scratching glass cleaning powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshield is clean if beads do not...

Page 335: ...ace or they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxi...

Page 336: ...eded However you may use chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim if necessary Use special care with aluminum trim To avoid damaging protective trim never use auto or chrome polish steam or caustic soap to clean aluminum A coating of wax rubbed to high polish is recommended for all bright metal parts Cleaning Aluminum Wheels If Equipped Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with m...

Page 337: ...ed for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed accelerated corrosion rust can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt pack...

Page 338: ...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 339: ...els 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 D pai...

Page 340: ...me 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 etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools Although the circuit is protected from electrical overload overload due to heavy snow etc may cause wiper linkage damage Always clear ice a...

Page 341: ...ou 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 fuse block access door is on the driver s side edge of the instrument panel Pull off the cover to access the fuse block You can remove fuses...

Page 342: ...ess Entry Low Coolant Module Illuminated Entry Module DRAC Diesel Engine 5 Rear Comfort Controls 6 Cruise Control 7 Auxiliary Power Outlet 8 Crank 9 License Lamp Parking Lamps Taillamps Roof Marker Lamps Tailgate Lamps Front Sidemarkers Fog Lamp Relay Door Switch Illumination Fender Lamps Headlamp Switch Illumination 10 Air Bag System 11 Wiper Motor Washer Pump 12 A C A C Blower High Blower Relay ...

Page 343: ...2 Not Used 23 Rear Wiper Rear Washer Pump 24 Front Axle 4WD Indicator Lamp TP2 Relay Gasoline Engine A Power Door Lock Six Way Power Seat Keyless Entry Module B Power Windows Underhood Fuse Relay Center The underhood fuse relay center is located in the rear of the engine compartment near the brake fluid reservoir Move the retainer clips for the cover to access the fuse block You can remove fuses w...

Page 344: ... 1 Injectors PCM VCM HTD ST FR Heated Front Seats A C Air Conditioning HTD MIR HeatedOutsideMirrors IfEquipped ENG 1 Ignition Switch EGR Canister Purge EVRV Idle Coast Solenoid Heated O2 Fuel Heater Diesel Engine Water Sensor Diesel Engine HTD ST RR Not Used LIGHTING Headlamp and Panel Dimmer Switch Fog and Courtesy Fuses BATT Battery Fuse Block Busbar IGN A Ignition Switch IGN B Ignition Switch A...

Page 345: ...Beam H6054 35 65 2 4 Headlamp System Composite Low Beam 9006 55 2 High Beam 9005 65 2 LAMP OR BULB TRADE NO QTY EXTERIOR Front Marker Lamp 194 2 Front Parking and Turn Lamp 2357NA 4 Rear Parking Lamp 3057 2 Rear Stop and Turn Lamp 3057 2 Back up Lamp 3156 2 Roof Marker Lamp 194 5 License Plate Lamp 194 2 Underhood Lamp 93 1 Suburban Only ...

Page 346: ...2 2 Reading Lamps 211 2 4 Roof Console Lamps 168 2 Door Courtesy Lamp 194 2 4 Four Wheel Drive Indicator 194 1 Four Wheel Drive Shift Lever 194 1 Instrument Panel Compartment Lamp 194 1 Ashtray Lamp 194 1 Sunshade Vanity Mirror 74 4 Suburban Only Manual Transfer Case ...

Page 347: ...C 7400 Type V8 V8 RPO Code L31 L29 VIN Code R J Fuel System SFI SFI Sequential Fuel Injection Wheels and Tires MODEL DESCRIPTION TORQUE C 1500 5 bolts 14 mm 140 lb ft 190 N m K 1500 C K 2500 6 bolts 14 mm 140 lb ft 190 N m C K 2500 8 bolts 14 mm 140 lb ft 190 N m Tire Pressure See the Certification Tire label on the rear edge of the driver s door or the incomplete vehicle document in the cab ...

Page 348: ... Engine Oil in the Index ENGINE VIN QUANTITY WITH FILTER VORTEC 5700 V8 R 5 Quarts 4 8 L VORTEC 7400 V8 J 6 6 Quarts 6 3 L Oil filter should be changed at every oil change Fuel Tank Capacity Approximate TYPE QUANTITY Utility 30 Gallons 113 L TYPE QUANTITY Suburban Gasoline 44 Gallons 167 L Suburban Diesel 42 Gallons 159 L Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the ...

Page 349: ...ype PF1218 AC Type PF1218 Air Cleaner Filter AC Type A1300C AC Type A1300C PCV Valve AC Type CV769C AC Type CV774C Spark Plugs AC Type 41 932 AC Type 41 932 Spark Plug Gap 0 060 in 1 52 mm 0 060 in 1 52 mm Fuel Filter AC Type GF626 AC Type GF626 Wiper Blades Front GM Part No 22154886 GM Part No 22154886 Wiper Blade Type Front Trico Trico Wiper Blade Length Front 18 inches 45 0 cm 18 inches 45 0 cm...

Page 350: ...yellowblue 6 70 NOTES ...

Page 351: ... 5 Short Trip City Definition Gasoline Engines 7 5 Short Trip City Intervals Gasoline Engines 7 6 Long Trip Highway Definition Gasoline Engines 7 7 Long Trip Highway Intervals Gasoline Engines 7 8 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance Gasoline Engines 7 27 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance Gasoline Engines 7 38 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 42 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 4...

Page 352: ...n 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 condition please maintain your vehicle properly How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services shows what to ...

Page 353: ...lp 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 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants lists some recommended products to help keep your vehicle properly maintained These products or their equivalents should be used whether you do the work yoursel...

Page 354: ... 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 vehicle These schedules are for vehicles that D carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits You will find these limits on...

Page 355: ...llow this schedule if you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Gasoline Engines 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...

Page 356: ... intervals only summarize maintenance services Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages Long Trip Highway Definition Gasoline Engines 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 roa...

Page 357: ...Service severe conditions only Long Trip Highway Intervals Gasoline Engines Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Exhaust Gas Recirculation System Inspection Evaporative Control System Inspection Every 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Spark Plug Wire Inspection Spark Plug Replacement Automatic Transmission Service normal conditions Positive...

Page 358: ...gpin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides front axle propshaft spline and brake pedal springs Ball joints and kingpin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10_F 12_C or higher or they could be damaged A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection under Periodic Main...

Page 359: ...nd 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 Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional i...

Page 360: ...chever 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 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission ...

Page 361: ...te 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 21 000 Miles 35 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3...

Page 362: ...ichever 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 27 000 Miles 45 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission...

Page 363: ... 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 Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 33 000 Miles 55 000 km j Change e...

Page 364: ...ichever 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 leaking See footnote 39 000 Miles 65 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission...

Page 365: ... 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 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 jo...

Page 366: ...nspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km 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 towi...

Page 367: ... 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 Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional...

Page 368: ...r 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 For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever...

Page 369: ...spect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 63 000 Miles 105 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control S...

Page 370: ... pattern and additional information See footnote 69 000 Miles 115 000 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 72 000 Mile...

Page 371: ...ion See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 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 For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Check rear front axle fluid level and add flu...

Page 372: ... pattern and additional information See footnote 81 000 Miles 135 000 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 84 000 Mile...

Page 373: ...ntrol 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 90 000 Miles 150 000 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 mont...

Page 374: ...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 See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Chec...

Page 375: ...re 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 level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity...

Page 376: ...s found in taxi police or delivery 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 fluid and filter j 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 s...

Page 377: ...mended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension kingpin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides front axle propshaft spline and brake pedal springs Ball joints and kingpin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10_F 12_C or hi...

Page 378: ...Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper 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 j...

Page 379: ... additional information See footnote 30 000 Miles 50 000 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 For Two Wheel Drive ...

Page 380: ...curs 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 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control ...

Page 381: ...ion See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km 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 use your vehicle...

Page 382: ...n and additional information See footnote 60 000 Miles 100 000 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 For Two Wheel ...

Page 383: ...Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote j Inspect Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR system as described in the service manual An Emission Control Service See footnote j Inspect Evaporative Control System Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition Check that the purge valve works properly if equipped ...

Page 384: ... 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 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...

Page 385: ...x 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 and axle seals for leaking S...

Page 386: ...rol 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 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 100 000 Miles 166 000 km j Inspect spark p...

Page 387: ...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 fluid and filter j 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 Co...

Page 388: ...coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further 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 ...

Page 389: ...ip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Automatic Transmission Check Check the transmission fluid level add if needed See Automatic Transmission Fluid in the Index A...

Page 390: ...orks in any other position your vehicle needs service Brake Transmission Shift Interlock BTSI Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps below 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake see Parking Brake in the I...

Page 391: ...o 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 pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by...

Page 392: ...brication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhau...

Page 393: ...fer case and add lubricant when necessary On manual shift transfer case oil the control lever pivot point 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 an...

Page 394: ...e Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 Brake Fluid Windshield Washer Solvent GM OptikleenR Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Parking Brake Cable Guides Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No 1052884 1 pint 1050017 1 quar...

Page 395: ... Lubricant GM Part No 12345879 or lubricant meeting requirements of GM 9985830 USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl LubriplateR Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood and Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Body D...

Page 396: ...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 397: ...yellowblue 7 47 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 398: ...yellowblue 7 48 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 399: ...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 400: ...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 401: ...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 402: ...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 403: ...I 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 resour...

Page 404: ...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 405: ...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 406: ...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 407: ...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 408: ...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 409: ...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 410: ...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 15 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 10 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 411: ...999 90 00 1999 50 00 1999 15 00 1999 10 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 5 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax See Note Below GM GMC ORD99 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 412: ...yellowblue 8 14 NOTES ...

Page 413: ...6 Antenna Fixed 3 30 Antifreeze 6 25 7 44 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 2 75 4 7 Anti Lock Brakes 4 7 Anti Theft Radio 3 24 Appearance Care 6 51 Appearance Care and Materials 6 58 Arbitration Program 8 3 Armrest Storage Compartment 2 58 Ashtrays 2 62 Audio Equipment Adding 3 27 Audio Systems 3 10 Automatic Transmission Check 7 39 Fluid 6 19 7 44 Operation 2 16 Overdrive 2 18 Park Mechanism ...

Page 414: ... 18 Center High Mounted Stoplamp Bulb Replacement 6 41 Center Passenger Position 1 36 Certification Tire Label 4 44 Chains Safety 4 51 Chains Tire 6 50 Changing a Flat Tire 5 19 Charging System Warning Light 2 73 Check Gages Light 2 81 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 63 Chemical Paint Spotting 6 57 Child Restraints 1 46 Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position 1 54 Securing in the Center Seat Po...

Page 415: ...2 55 2 56 2 57 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Users 8 4 Customer Assistance Information 8 1 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8 2 Damage Finish 6 57 Damage Sheet Metal 6 57 Daytime Running Lamps 2 41 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light 2 81 Dead Battery 5 3 Defects Reporting Safety 8 10 Defensive Driving 4 2 Defogger Rear Window 3 9 Defogging 3 9 Defrosting 3 9 Dolby B Noise Reduction 3 18...

Page 416: ... 69 7 44 Adding 6 13 Additives 6 15 Checking 6 13 Pressure Gage 2 79 Used 6 16 When to Change 6 15 Entry to the Rear Seat Suburban Second Seat 1 11 Ethanol 6 4 Exhaust Engine 2 29 4 41 Exterior Lamps 2 40 Fabric Cleaning 6 51 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 6 8 Filling Your Tank 6 5 Filter Air 6 16 6 68 Filter Engine Oil 6 15 6 68 Finish Care 6 55 Finish Damage 6 57 First Gear Automatic Transmis...

Page 417: ...bs 6 35 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Head Restraints 1 6 Headlamps 2 40 Bulb Replacement 6 35 6 36 6 37 6 65 High Low Beam Changer 2 35 On Reminder 2 41 Wiring 6 60 Hearing Impaired Customer Assistance 8 4 Heated Front Seats 1 4 Heating 3 4 3 7 High Beam Headlamps 2 35 Highway Hypnosis 4 36 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 36 Hitches Trailer 4 51 Hood Checking Things Under 6 8 Hood Release 6 9 Horn 2 33 H...

Page 418: ...2 27 Lighter 2 62 Lights Air Bag Readiness 1 31 2 73 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 2 75 4 7 Brake System Warning 2 74 Charging Warning System 2 73 Check Gages 2 81 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator 2 81 Headlamp High Beam Indicator 2 81 Safety Belt Reminder 1 15 2 72 Security 2 80 Service Engine Soon 2 76 Service Four Wheel Drive 2 80 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator 2 81 Loading Your Vehicle ...

Page 419: ...ss Temperature Display 2 47 Electrochromic Outside Rearview 2 52 3 9 Inside Rearview 2 43 2 47 Manual 2 50 Power Remote Control 2 52 MMT 6 4 Model Reference vi Mountain Roads 4 36 Multifunction Lever 2 34 Neutral Automatic Transmission 2 17 New Vehicle Break In 2 12 Night Vision 4 29 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 69 Odometer 2 71 Odometer Trip 2 71 Off Road Driving 4 14 Off Road Recovery ...

Page 420: ... 6 41 Outside Seat Position 1 38 Safety Belt Comfort Guides 1 41 Seat Passengers 1 38 Window Defogger 3 9 Windshield Wiper and Washer 2 36 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating Systems 3 4 Rear Towing 5 8 Rearview Mirror 2 43 2 47 Electrochromic Day Night with Compass 2 43 Electrochromic Day Night with Compass Temperature Display 2 47 Inside 2 43 2 47 Reclining Front Seatbacks 1 4 Recovery Hooks 5 37 ...

Page 421: ...and Babies 1 43 Use During Pregnancy 1 28 Why They Work 1 15 Safety Chains 4 51 Safety Defects Reporting 8 10 Safety Warnings and Symbols iii Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 4 Sealed Beam Headlamps 6 36 Seatback Latches 1 6 Seatback Reclining Front 1 4 Seats Easy Entry 2 Door Utility 1 7 Entry to the Rear Suburban Second Seat 1 11 Folding the Rear 2 Door Utility 1 8 Folding the Rear 4 Door Models...

Page 422: ...tch Check 7 40 Starting Your Engine 2 13 Steam 5 9 Steering 4 9 In Emergencies 4 10 Power 4 9 Speed Sensitive 4 9 Tips 4 9 Wheel Tilt 2 33 Step Bumper Pad 4 59 Storage Compartments 2 53 Storage Overhead 2 53 Storage Vehicle 6 34 Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 36 Sun Visors 2 64 Sunglasses Storage 2 55 Symbols Vehicle v Tachometer 2 71 Tailgate 2 9 Tailgate Glass Release 2 33 Tape Player Care 3 28...

Page 423: ...ls 4 55 Safety Chains 4 51 Tongue Weight 4 50 Total Weight on Tires 4 51 Towing 4 46 Turn Signals 4 54 Weight 4 47 Wiring Harness 4 57 Transfer Case 6 22 7 45 Transfer Case Automatic 2 22 Transfer Case Manual 2 19 Transmission Fluid Automatic 6 19 7 44 Transmitter Universal 2 64 Transmitters Keyless Entry 2 6 Transportation Courtesy 8 8 Trip Odometer 2 71 TTY Users 8 4 Turn Signal and Lane Change ...

Page 424: ...ed Replacement 6 50 Wrench 5 22 5 23 Window Lock 2 32 Windows 2 31 Lockout Switch 2 32 Manual 2 31 Power 2 31 Windshield Washer 2 36 Fluid 2 36 6 29 7 44 Fluid Level Check 7 38 Rear 2 36 Windshield Wipers 2 35 Blade Replacement 6 42 6 68 Cleaning the Blades 6 54 Fuses 6 60 Rear 2 36 Winter Driving 4 38 Wiper Blade Check 7 39 Wiper Blades Cleaning 6 54 Wiring Harness Trailer 4 57 Wiring Headlamp 6 ...

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