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Summary of Contents for 2000 Jimmy

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Page 2: ...782 For vehicles purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 that provides in an emergency Bumper to Bumper 3 years 36 000 miles 60 000 km Limited Warranty Courtesy Transportation Deluxe Trip Routing Every 2000 Jimmy under warranty is backed with the following services 1 800 GMC 8782 For vehicles purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 ...

Page 4: ...lt Wheel Turn Signal Multifunction Lever Windshield Wipers Cruise Control Interior and Exterior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Luggage Carrier If Equipped Accessory Power Outlets OnStar System If Equipped Sunroof If Equipped HomeLink Transmitter If Equipped Instrument Panel Warning Lights and Gages Seats and Seat Controls Safety Belts Air Bag Systems Child Restraints Section 1 Section 2 Seats ...

Page 5: ...r Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio Cassette Player CD Player Radio Theft Deterrent Feature Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Changing a Flat Tire If You re Stuck Problems on the Road Your Driving and the Road Comfort Controls and Audio Systems Section 3 Section 4 Section 5 iii ...

Page 6: ...riodic Maintenance Inspections Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records Fuel Checking Fluids and Lubricants Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires and Wheels Appearance Care Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers Capacities and Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts iv ...

Page 7: ... it to quickly find something you want to read Section 8 Customer Satisfaction Procedures Customer Assistance Offices Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation Warranty Information See Warranty Manual Reporting Safety Defects on page 8 10 Service Publications Index Section 9 Please refer to the last page of this manual for your Service Station Guide v ...

Page 8: ... Motors of Canada Limited for GMC 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 vo...

Page 9: ...ey first receive their new vehicle If you do this it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle In this manual you ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly 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...

Page 10: ... 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 on yo...

Page 11: ...ls 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 PRESS...

Page 12: ...y Engine Oil See Section 6 Engine Oil Dipstick See Section 6 Fuel Use unleaded gas only 87 Octane or higher See Section 6 Cooling System See Section 5 Hood Release See Section 6 Windshield Washer Fluid See Section 6 Spare Tire Pressure See Section 6 Battery See Section 6 Tire Pressure See Section 6 ...

Page 13: ...Belts and the Answers 1 16 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 16 Driver Position 1 23 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 24 Right Front Passenger Position 1 24 Air Bag System 1 30 Center Front Passenger Position 4 Door Models 1 32 Rear Seat Passengers 1 35 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 4 Door Models 1 38 Center Rear Passenger Position 4 Door Models 1 39 Children 1 ...

Page 14: ...river s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Move the lever under the front of the manual seat up to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked int...

Page 15: ... and clockwise to decrease lumbar support Power Seats If Equipped If you have this feature there will be a control pad on the outside of your seat Horizontal Control Raise the front of the seat by raising the forward edge of the button Lower the front of the seat by lowering the forward edge of the button Move the seat forward by moving the whole button toward the front of the vehicle ...

Page 16: ...ers the whole seat Vertical Control Move the reclining front seatback rearward by moving the button toward the rear of the vehicle Move the seatback forward by moving the button toward the front of the vehicle Power Lumbar Control If Equipped If you have this control it is located on the left side of the driver s seat Press and hold the front of the control until you have the desired lumbar suppor...

Page 17: ...h and release the numbered memory button you just stored The seat will move to the set position You will hear one chime Pressing the UNLOCK button of a keyless entry transmitter will adjust the seat to the corresponding stored memory position You will hear one chime Repeat Steps 1 and 2 to readjust the seat The transmitter need not be reprogrammed unless it needs to correspond to the other numbere...

Page 18: ...o turn the heater on low Press the upper part of the switch to turn the heater on high Put the switch in the center position to turn the heater off The passenger s safety belt must be engaged for the heated seat feature to work on the passenger s seat Reclining Front Seatbacks To adjust the seatback lift the lever on the outer side of the seat Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want ...

Page 19: ...s 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 seatback ...

Page 20: ...aise or lower it After releasing the button push and pull on the head restraint to make sure it s locked in place Seatback Latches The front seatback folds forward to let people get into the back seat or to access the storage area behind the seat To fold the front seatback forward move the handle on the side of the seat rearward and pull the seatback forward To return the seatback to the upright p...

Page 21: ...used it be sure to push rearward on an easy entry seat to be sure it is locked D Tilt the seatback completely forward again to get out Rear Seats Your vehicle has a folding rear seat which lets you fold the seatbacks down for more cargo space The rear seat release handles are on the rear of the seatbacks Push back on the seatbacks as you pull up on the handles The head restraint will automatically...

Page 22: ...e rear seat head restraint must be lifted and held upright as the seatback is raised Otherwise the head restraint will hit the spare tire and prevent the seatback from properly latching Push and pull on the head restraints to check that they have locked in the upright position If they haven t have them fixed immediately For information on adjusting the rear seat head restraints see Head Restraints...

Page 23: ...riously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area ...

Page 24: ... even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it go...

Page 25: ...1 13 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop ...

Page 26: ...1 14 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel ...

Page 27: ...t even if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags why should I have to wear safety belts A Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Eve...

Page 28: ...r Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see the part of this manual called Children Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you ll want to know which restraint systems your...

Page 29: ...you more slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of t...

Page 30: ...de under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor ...

Page 31: ...t 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 32: ...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 33: ... 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 34: ...isted 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 35: ...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 36: ...signed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag But these air bags must inflate very quickly 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 during a...

Page 37: ...d or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the p...

Page 38: ... 26 How the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side ...

Page 39: ...threshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers side impacts or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant In any particular crash no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were Inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle s...

Page 40: ...tact with you may be warm but not too hot to touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation doesn t prevent the driver from seeing or from being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an air bag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history o...

Page 41: ...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 service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system To purchase a service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index CAUTION For up to two minutes after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is di...

Page 42: ... 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 addresses for ...

Page 43: ...lt 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: ...ehicle 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 The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happe...

Page 45: ... If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part ...

Page 46: ...ious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash The safety belt also locks if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move ...

Page 47: ...ren who have outgrown child restraints and for small adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide 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 ...

Page 48: ... the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip 2 Slide the guide under and past the belt The elastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide ...

Page 49: ...tions earlier in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the guide onto the clip Rotate the guide and clip inward and in between the seatback and the interior body leaving only the loop of ela...

Page 50: ... position you have a lap safety belt which has a retractor 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 clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure 3 Feed the lap belt into the retractor to tighten it ...

Page 51: ...hanges the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Smaller Children and Babies CAUTION Children who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best pro...

Page 52: ...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 the s...

Page 53: ...rash 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 54: ...en 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 sure...

Page 55: ...aints 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 56: ...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 57: ...int is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards Then follow the instructions for the restraint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of per...

Page 58: ...ar facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat outside position CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued You may secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It s better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat outside...

Page 59: ...r child restraint has a top strap it should be anchored Anchor brackets for the rear outside seat positions are located on the floor in the cargo area of your vehicle Don t use the rear set of tie down brackets Anchor the top strap to the closest bracket on the same side of the vehicle as the child restraint Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself ...

Page 60: ...raint 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 positi...

Page 61: ... the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure ...

Page 62: ...nd be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Center Seat Positions 4 Door Models Don t use child restraints in these positions The restraints won t work properly Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat Here s why ...

Page 63: ...he 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 securing a forward facing child restraint See Seats in the Index 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of...

Page 64: ...restraint You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure 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 ...

Page 65: ...so the child can wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But they need to use the safety belts properly D Children who aren t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash D Children who aren t buckled up can strike other people who are ...

Page 66: ...ery close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is sitting in a rear outside position of a four door model see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides in the Index If the child is so small that the sho...

Page 67: ...t 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 68: ...They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you ve had a crash do you need new belts After a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were str...

Page 69: ... Your Engine 2 20 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 21 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 24 Manual Transmission Operation 2 26 Four Wheel Drive If Equipped 2 33 Parking Brake 2 34 Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transmission Only 2 37 Shifting Out of PARK P Automatic Transmission Only 2 38 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 39 Engine Exhaust 2 39 Running Your Engine While You re Parked Automatic Tr...

Page 70: ...cle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with children ...

Page 71: ...ber tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep this number in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using this number Your selling dealer should also have this number NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent theft But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys ...

Page 72: ...of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked Wear safety belts properly lock your doors and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle You can use the keyless entry system if you have this feature You can use your key to unlock your door from the outside To lock your door from the inside slide the le...

Page 73: ... Door Security Lock If Equipped With this feature you can lock the rear doors so they can t be opened from the inside by passengers Move the lever up to lock the doors and down to release the door locks Lockout Prevention This feature stops the power door locks from locking when the keys are in the ignition and a door is open to protect you from locking your key in the vehicle If the power lock sw...

Page 74: ...a 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 At times you may notice a decrease in range ...

Page 75: ...adlamps and taillamps will flash for up to 30 seconds This can be turned off by pressing the horn button again waiting for 30 seconds or starting the vehicle 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...

Page 76: ...hem together 4 Resynchronize the transmitter 5 Check the operation of the transmitter Resynchronization Resynchronization may be necessary due to the security method used 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 tra...

Page 77: ...ng on VENT or OUTSIDE AIR That will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index D If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index Endgate Release To open a mechanical lock system from the outside insert the key into the lock and turn it counterclockwise to unlock the glass To open a power lock system from the ...

Page 78: ... to lift the handle and open the endgate The endgate can be opened without a key if the driver s door is unlocked The endgate glass will not release if the vehicle is in gear To lock a power lock system from the outside insert the key into the lock button and turn clockwise All doors will lock ...

Page 79: ...er lock system or the remote keyless entry system To open the entire liftgate lift the handle located in the center of the door To lock a power lock system from the outside insert the key into the lock button and turn clockwise All doors will lock You may also use the keyless entry system or the power door locks to lock the liftgate and liftglass Remote Rear Glass Release This button on the passen...

Page 80: ...lever toward the passenger s side until the glass latch pops open 3 Reattach the carpet securely Endgate Mounted Spare If your vehicle has an endgate mounted spare tire carrier you must move the carrier arm out of the way to open the glass Here s how to move the arm 1 Squeeze the release handle to free the carrier arm 2 Swing the carrier arm away from the endgate You may need to give it a slight t...

Page 81: ...heel will be locked and so will your ignition If you have an automatic transmission taking your key out also locks your transmission Also remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your valuables out of sight Put them in a storage area or take them with you Parking Lots If you park in a lot where someone will be watch...

Page 82: ...10 seconds then will turn off to save the battery power Remember the theft deterrent system won t activate if you lock the doors with a key or use the manual door lock It activates only if you use a power door lock switch with the door open or with the remote keyless entry transmitter You should also remember that you can start your vehicle with the correct ignition key if the alarm has been set o...

Page 83: ...em Passlock is a passive theft deterrent system Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock 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 f...

Page 84: ...his time your new brake linings aren 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 Use the key to turn the ignition switch to five different positions ACCESSORY A This pos...

Page 85: ...ed to turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving turn the key only to OFF Don t press the key release button while the vehicle is moving 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 tool t...

Page 86: ...certain features of your vehicle to continue to work up to 20 minutes after the ignition key is turned to OFF Your radio power windows sunroof and overhead console will work when the ignition key is in RUN or ACCESSORY Once the key is turned from RUN to OFF these features will continue to work for up to 20 minutes or until a door is opened Starting Your Engine Automatic Transmission Move your shif...

Page 87: ...p avoid draining your battery 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 ...

Page 88: ... 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 before to keep it away fr...

Page 89: ... discharging your battery PARK P This locks your rear wheels It s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can t move easily 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 en...

Page 90: ...s moving forward could damage your transmission Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transmission see Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index NEUTRAL N In this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only CAUTION Shifting out ...

Page 91: ...t lower fuel economy than THIRD 3 You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on You can also use SECOND 2 for starting your vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills ...

Page 92: ...ion press the switch again The indicator light on the instrument panel cluster will go out See Tow Haul Mode in the Index for more information Manual Transmission Operation 5 Speed This is your shift pattern Here s how to operate your transmission FIRST 1 Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST 1 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal You can shift into FIRST...

Page 93: ... and the brake pedal and shift to NEUTRAL NEUTRAL Use this position when you start or idle your engine REVERSE R To back up press the clutch pedal wait about six seconds then shift into REVERSE R Then let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal NOTICE Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving could damage you...

Page 94: ...down more than one gear at a time when you downshift If your vehicle has four wheel drive and is equipped with a manual transmission disregard the SHIFT light when the transfer case is in 4LO Four Wheel Drive If Equipped If your vehicle has four wheel drive you can send your engine s driving power to all four wheels for extra traction To get the most satisfaction out of four wheel drive you must b...

Page 95: ...setting also engages your front axle to give you extra traction You may never need 4LO It sends the maximum power to all four wheels You might choose 4LO if you were driving off road in sand mud or deep snow and climbing or descending steep hills Indicator lights in the switches show you which setting you are in The indicator lights will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and one will s...

Page 96: ...nated before shifting your transmission into gear This will get you into 4LO but you should take your vehicle in for service to restore normal operation Shifting from 4LO to 4HI or 2HI To shift from 4LO to 4HI or 2HI your vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph 4 8 km h with the transmission in NEUTRAL N or the clutch pedal engaged The preferred method for shifting out of 4LO is to have ...

Page 97: ...eet and highway situations Your front axle is not engaged in two wheel drive This setting also provides the best fuel economy AUTO 4WD This setting is ideal for use when road conditions are variable When driving your vehicle 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 f...

Page 98: ...ft the vehicle s transfer case to NEUTRAL only when towing your vehicle See Recreational Vehicle Towing or Towing Your Vehicle in the Index for more information Indicator lights in the switches show which setting you are in The indicator lights will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and one will stay on If the lights do not come on you should take your vehicle to your dealer for servic...

Page 99: ...th the clutch pedal pressed for vehicles with manual transmission After 30 seconds the transfer case will return to the setting last chosen Shifting Out of 4LO To shift from 4LO to 4HI AUTO 4WD or 2HI your vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph 4 8 km h with the transmission in NEUTRAL N or with the clutch pedal pressed for vehicles with manual transmission and the engine running The pr...

Page 100: ...ne second or FIRST 1 for vehicles with manual transmission 8 Turn the ignition to OFF 9 Place the transmission shift lever in PARK P or FIRST 1 for vehicles with manual transmission 10 Release the parking brake prior to towing Shifting Out of NEUTRAL To shift out of NEUTRAL 1 Set the parking brake and apply the regular brake pedal 2 Start the vehicle with the transmission in PARK P or FIRST 1 for ...

Page 101: ...he regular brake pedal down Pull the BRAKE RELEASE lever fully It is located on the bottom of the driver s side of the instrument panel NOTICE 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 you must park on a hill see Towing a Trailer in the Index That sectio...

Page 102: ...he steps that follow With four wheel drive your vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift lever is in PARK P if your transfer case is in NEUTRAL So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL See Four Wheel Drive Automatic Transfer Case in the Index Always put the shift lever fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in...

Page 103: ...P Console Shift Lever 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P position like this D Hold in the button on the lever D Push the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle 3 Turn the ignition key to LOCK 4 Remove the key and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the key your vehicle is in PARK P ...

Page 104: ...u ve moved the shift lever into PARK P hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you or pressing the button on a console shift lever If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock Automatic Transmission If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transmission into PARK ...

Page 105: ...u want You must press the shift lever button if you have the console shift lever If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the key to OFF 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 3 Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want 5 Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can Parking Your Vehicl...

Page 106: ...2 38 Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite Don t park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn ...

Page 107: ...ur vehicle D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and D Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked Automatic Transmission It s better not to park with the engine running But if ever you have to here are some things to know CAUTION Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle see the earl...

Page 108: ... is in PARK P if your transfer case is in NEUTRAL So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL See Four Wheel Drive Automatic Transfer Case in the Index Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Locking Rear Axle If your vehicle has this feature your locking rear a...

Page 109: ...he up arrow to raise the window Express Down Window The driver s window switch has an express down feature that allows you to lower it without holding the window switch Hold the driver s window switch down for briefly to activate the express down feature Lightly tap the switch to open the window slightly The express down feature can be interrupted at any time by pressing the up arrow end of the sw...

Page 110: ...u have the tilt steering wheel you should adjust the steering wheel before you drive The tilt lever is located on the driver s side of the steering column under the turn signal lever You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you Move the steering wheel to a comfortable le...

Page 111: ...gnal a turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster 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 ...

Page 112: ...he chime move the turn signal lever to the off position Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high or high to low pull the multifunction lever all the way toward you Then release it When the high beams are on this indicator light on the instrument panel cluster will also be on Flash to Pass This feature lets you use your high beam headlamps to signal a driver in f...

Page 113: ...e LO position For steady high speed wiping turn the band further to HI To stop the wipers move the band to the OFF position Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become worn or damaged get new blades or blade inserts Windshield Washer There is a paddle marked with the windshield wash...

Page 114: ...ld washer However the rear window washer will run out of fluid before the windshield washer If you can wash your windshield but not your rear window check your 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...

Page 115: ... control Don t use cruise control on slippery roads Setting Cruise Control CAUTION If you leave your cruise control switch on when you re not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don t want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control 1 Move the cruise control switch to ON 2 Get up to the speed you...

Page 116: ... switch To increase your speed in very small amounts move the switch briefly to R A Each time you do this your vehicle will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control D Press in the SET button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want then release it D To slow down in very small amounts press the SET button briefly Each time you do this you ll g...

Page 117: ... memory is erased Exterior Lamps Your parking lamp and headlamp switch is on the driver s side of your instrument panel Turn the knob clockwise to the parking lamps symbol to manually turn on D Parking Lamps D Sidemarker Lamps D Taillamps D License Plate Lamps D Instrument Panel Lights Turn the knob clockwise to the master lamps symbol to turn on all the lamps listed as well as the headlamps Turn ...

Page 118: ...eadlamp system will only be affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting longer than the delay To idle your vehicle with the automatic headlamp system off set the parking brake while the ignition is off Then start your vehicle The automatic headlamp system will stay off until you release the parking brake As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when y...

Page 119: ...d To idle an automatic transmission vehicle with the DRL off put the transmission in PARK P To idle a manual transmission vehicle with the DRL off set the parking brake The DRL will stay off until you shift out of PARK P or release the parking brake As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it Fog Lamps If Equipped Use your fog lamps for better vision in fogg...

Page 120: ...the key from the ignition to help you see while exiting the vehicle If the DOME OVERRIDE button is in the out position these lights will stay on for a short period of time and then will go out Front Reading Lamps If Equipped Press the button near each lamp on the overhead console to turn the reading lamps on and off The lamps can be swiveled to point in the desired direction If you have the mini c...

Page 121: ...rn it to the out position With the button in this position the dome lamps will come on when you open a door This will override the illuminated entry feature unless you use your remote keyless entry transmitter to unlock the vehicle Battery Run Down Protection This feature shuts off the dome courtesy vanity reading glove box and underhood lamps if they are left on for more than 20 minutes when the ...

Page 122: ... take a few seconds The mirror will return to its clear daytime state when the glare is reduced The mirror will also return to its clear daytime state when the vehicle is put into REVERSE R Press the AUTO button at the base of the mirror to turn on the automatic feature The button has an indicator light to show it is on Press the OFF button to turn the automatic feature off Time Delay The automati...

Page 123: ...Control Mirror The control is located on the driver s door armrest Move the upper control to the left or right to choose the mirror then press the arrows on the control pad to adjust the mirror Convex Outside Mirror A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you...

Page 124: ...help clear them of ice snow and condensation See Rear Window Defogger in the Index for more information Storage Compartments Glove Box To open your glove box lift the lever on the front of the glove box and lower the door The glove box should not be open while driving Overhead Console If Equipped The overhead console includes reading lamps a compartment for a garage door opener a temperature and c...

Page 125: ... have the optional HomeLinkR Transmitter please see HomeLinkR Transmitter in the Index for instructions on how to use the system To install the garage door opener first open the compartment door by pressing the latch forward Peel the protective backing from the hook and loop patch Press it firmly to the back of your garage door opener as close to the center of the opener as possible Center the gar...

Page 126: ...artment door closed when you press the button Now with the compartment door closed press the button again 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 press the button slightly to operate the opener Adjust the position of the garage door opener and add or remove pegs as needed unt...

Page 127: ... or lower when you turn on the ignition ICE will appear on the display This is a warning to the driver that road conditions may be icy and that appropriate precautions should be taken The compass is self calibrating so it does not need to be manually set However when your vehicle is new the compass may function erratically If it does CAL Calibration will appear on the display To correct the proble...

Page 128: ...ited States metric button allows you to switch the display between the English and metric system MODE The MODE button can be used to toggle between three modes of operation OFF COMP TEMP and TRIP COMP TEMP The display provides the outside temperature and one of eight compass readings to indicate the direction the vehicle is facing Before you turn on the ignition and move the vehicle the temperatur...

Page 129: ...cular location 1 Find your location on the zone map earlier in this section Note your zone number 2 Press and hold both the MODE and the US MET buttons in the COMP TEMP mode 3 After five seconds the compass will acknowledge the variation mode by displaying the current zone number When it does release both buttons 4 Press US MET until your zone number appears on the display 5 Press MODE to enter yo...

Page 130: ...aneously Sunglasses Storage Compartment The console has a sunglasses storage compartment Door Storage You will find a storage compartment on each of the front doors Four door models have storage pockets and cupholders on rear doors Front Storage Area If your vehicle has this console compartment squeeze the front lever while lifting the top to open it You can store cassettes and compact discs in th...

Page 131: ... to help keep small items like gloves and light clothing in place during sharp turns or quick stops and starts The net is not designed to retain these items during off road use The net is not for larger heavier items Attach the upper loops to the retainers on either side of the endgate liftgate opening the label should be in the upper passenger side corner visible from the rear of vehicle Attach t...

Page 132: ...r s side of the vehicle to secure it CAUTION An improperly stored cargo cover could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver You or others could be injured If you remove the cover always store it outside of the vehicle When you put it back always be sure that it is securely reattached Cargo Tie Downs There are four cargo tie downs in the rear of your vehicle that allow you...

Page 133: ...re loads to the luggage carrier Use GM accessory racks that are compatible with your luggage carrier for transporting sports equipment These are available through your GM dealer You can adjust the crossrails to handle loads of various sizes Just loosen the slider knobs at each end of the crossrail and move them to where you want them Make sure both sides of the crossrails are even then tighten the...

Page 134: ...on vehicle capacity and loading see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you re driving check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and cargo are still securely fastened Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Pull the front ashtray door down to open it NOTICE Don t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtray If you do cigarettes or other smoking mater...

Page 135: ... plug in auxiliary electrical equipment The accessory power outlets are located near the center of the vehicle on the lower part of the instrument panel Just remove the plug from the outlet and follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical equipment you install These circuits are protected by a fuse and have maximum current levels NOTICE When using the accessory...

Page 136: ...Assist A complete user s guide is provided with the OnStar System For more information contact OnStar at 1 888 ONSTAR7 Sunroof If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with a power sliding sunroof To open or close your sunroof the ignition or Retained Accessory Power RAP needs to be on See Retained Accessory Power in the Index Press and release the rear side of the button in the mini console to op...

Page 137: ...ce received including interference that may cause undesired operation This device complies with RSS 210 of 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 including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes and modifications to this system by other than an author...

Page 138: ...hat you can still see the indicator light 3 Using both hands press the hand held transmitter button and the desired button on the HomeLink Transmitter Continue to press both buttons through Step 4 4 Hold down both buttons until you see the red light on the HomeLink Transmitter flash rapidly The rapid flashing indicates that the HomeLink Transmitter has been programmed Release both buttons once the...

Page 139: ...arage door To determine if you have this system press the button on the HomeLink Transmitter that you have programmed already If the indicator light flashes rapidly for one to two seconds then turns solid the garage door opener has a rolling code system In a rolling code system the garage door motor head unit must be trained to the HomeLink Transmitter Training a Garage Door Opener with a Rolling ...

Page 140: ...ead unit Check that the training was successful The motor head unit indicator light should no longer be flashing The garage door opener should now recognize the HomeLink Transmitter You may either use the HomeLink Transmitter or the hand held transmitter to open the garage door If after following these instructions you still have problems training the garage door opener call the manufacturer of th...

Page 141: ...ansfer Case If Equipped D Glove Box E Audio System F Auxiliary Power Outlets G Rear Window Defogger H Comfort Controls I Ashtray J Rear Liftgate Release K Rear Window Washer Wiper L Audio Steering Controls If Equipped M Brake Release N Fog Lamps O Lamp Controls ...

Page 142: ...el cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you ve used and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically Standard Cluster Canada Similar ...

Page 143: ...2 75 Optional Cluster Canada Similar ...

Page 144: ...e trip odometer hold the button until it resets Tachometer If Equipped The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Each tachometer has a different limit depending on the powertrain in your vehicle The tachometer has three areas normal operating range red warning range and red danger range The normal operating range shows your engine speed during normal driving conditions...

Page 145: ...uld not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you what to do...

Page 146: ...is ready If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the air bag system may not be working properly The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even in...

Page 147: ...off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Voltmeter Gage When your engine is not running but the ignition is on in RUN this gage shows your battery s state of charge in DC volts When the engine is running the gage shows the condition of the charging system Readings between the low and high warning zones indicate the normal operating range Readings in the low warning zone may o...

Page 148: ...el economy See Shift Light in the Index Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on when you set your parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn t release fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one par...

Page 149: ...till 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 t on ...

Page 150: ...r Lamp Service Engine Soon Light United States Canada Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment The SERVICE ENGINE SOON lig...

Page 151: ...on 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 system o...

Page 152: ...roperly 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 caus...

Page 153: ...al emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this and y...

Page 154: ...ge A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or other problems causing low oil pressure Security Warning Light This light will come on briefly when you turn the key toward START The light will stay on until the engine starts If the light flashes the PasslockR system has entered a tamper mode If the vehicle fails to start see Passlock in the Index If the light ...

Page 155: ...blem with the drive system and service is required Malfunctions can be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent which may prevent serious damage to the vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing a malfunction Tow Haul Mode Light If Equipped This light should come on when the tow haul mode has been selected For more information see T...

Page 156: ...mperature and engine oil pressure gages to see if they are in the warning zones Gate Ajar Light If this light comes on your liftgate or liftglass is ajar Try closing the liftgate or liftglass again Never drive with the liftgate or liftglass even partially open Fuel Gage United States Canada When the ignition is on the fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have remaining ...

Page 157: ...e may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank D The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up D The gage doesn t go back to E Empty when you turn off the ignition Low Fuel Light The LOW FUEL light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine This light comes on when the fuel tank is low on...

Page 158: ...ms with HR and MN Buttons 3 11 AM FM Stereo 3 13 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 20 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player BoseR If Equipped 3 25 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 29 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player BoseR If Equipped 3 33 Remote ...

Page 159: ...r warmer air Move the knob counterclockwise toward the blue area for cooler air Mode Knob The right knob on the control panel allows you to choose the direction of air delivery OFF This setting turns the system off Some outside air will still enter the vehicle whenever the vehicle is moving forward MAX A C This setting provides maximum cooling with the least amount of work MAX A C recirculates muc...

Page 160: ...flow is divided equally between the heater floor outlet and the windshield defroster outlets DEFROST This setting directs most air through the windshield defroster outlets and some through the heater floor outlets Electronic Climate Control System If Equipped Fan Control The knob on the left side of the electronic climate control panel controls the fan speed To manually increase airflow move the k...

Page 161: ...imum setting will not cause the system to heat or cool any faster Mode Knob Automatic Operation The right knob on the control panel allows you to choose the direction of air delivery When the system is set for automatic operation sensors will control the air delivery mode Air will come primarily from the floor or instrument panel outlets with some air directed to the windshield to prevent fogging ...

Page 162: ... prevent fogging under most normal conditions If your vehicle is sitting out on a warm day and you have the fan set on AUTO the air will first flow out of the floor air outlets for a few seconds That is normal This is to expel hot air from the air outlets As the air is cooled the airflow will move through the air conditioning outlets Be careful not to put anything over the solar sensor located aro...

Page 163: ...ou are trying to limit odors entering your vehicle In the AUTO mode the system will use recirculation as necessary to cool the air Pressing the recirculation button will change the operation to a manual mode and the air will recirculate non stop Press this button again to turn off the recirculation feature RECIRCULATION may be selected with the fan control in OFF to limit odors outside air and dus...

Page 164: ... panel outlets When the air conditioner is on you may sometimes notice slight changes in your vehicle s engine speed and power This is normal because the system is designed to cycle the compressor on and off to keep the desired temperature Heating The heater works best if you keep your windows closed while using it On cold days use HEATER with the temperature knob turned clockwise BLEND is useful ...

Page 165: ... The rear window defogger will stay on for five to seven minutes then turn off If you need additional warming time turn it on again You can turn the defogger off at any time by pressing the button Do not attach a temporary vehicle license tape or decals across the defogger grid on the rear window NOTICE Don t use a razor blade or something else sharp on the inside of the rear window If you do you ...

Page 166: ...s D Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows D When you enter a vehicle in cold weather move the fan control to high for a few moments before driving off This helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture and reduces the chance of fogging the...

Page 167: ...ition is off See Retained Accessory Power in the Index 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 Systems with HR and MN Buttons Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears on...

Page 168: ... AM FM Press the lower knob to switch between AM and FM The display shows your selection TUNE Turn the lower knob to tune in radio stations SEEK Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there SCAN Select either AM FM1 or FM2 mode and press both SEEK buttons to listen to a few seconds of each radio station SCAN will light...

Page 169: ...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 steps for each pair of pushbuttons Setting the Tone BASS Slide this lever up or down to increase or decrease bass TREB Slide this lever up or down to increase or decrease treb...

Page 170: ...lower knob to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 TUNE Turn the lower knob to tune in radio stations SEEK Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station PUSHBUTTONS The four numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 21 stations seven AM seven FM1 and seven FM2 Just 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to se...

Page 171: ...se treble If a station is 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 speaker...

Page 172: ...re use the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Insert the adapter into the cassette slot 3 Within five seconds press and hold the REV and FWD buttons at the same time for three seconds The tape symbol on the display will flash showing that the cut tape detection feature is no longer active This override routine will remain active until EJECT is pressed AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and ...

Page 173: ...d position when you re not using it SEEK Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press and hold SEEK for two seconds until SCAN appears on the display SCAN allows you to listen to stations for a few seconds The receiver will continue to scan and momentarily stop at each stati...

Page 174: ...clockwise to decrease bass When the BASS control is rotated the AUTO TONE display will go blank TREB Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position Turn the knob clockwise to increase treble and counterclockwise to decrease treble When the TREB control is rotated the AUTO TONE display will go blank If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Push these knob...

Page 175: ...tte tape If the ignition is on but the radio is off the tape will begin playing Once the tape is playing use the VOL AUTO TONE BAL FADE BASS and TREB controls 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...

Page 176: ...le forwarding the tape The tape direction arrow will blink during the forward operation AM FM Press this button to switch from a tape to the radio TAPE AUX Press this button to return to the tape player when playing the radio The lighted arrow will appear and show the direction of play when a tape is in the active mode EJECT Press this button to remove the tape The radio will now play EJECT can be...

Page 177: ...r into the cassette slot It will power up the radio and begin playing This override routine will remain active until EJECT is pressed AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player BoseR If Equipped Included with the AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player are six BoseR high performance speakers and a six channel Bose amplifier Please see your dealer for details Playing the Radio PWR VOL Press this knob to...

Page 178: ... will show your selection TUNE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to choose radio stations Push the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it SEEK Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press and hold SEEK for two seconds until SCAN appears on th...

Page 179: ...ble and counterclockwise to decrease treble If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them Adjusting the Speakers BAL Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position Turn the control clockwise to adjust sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise to adjust sound to the left speake...

Page 180: ...er to stop at the beginning of the selection The tape direction arrow will blink during the SEEK operation The sound will mute while searching for the next selection REV 4 Press this button to rapidly reverse the tape to the beginning of the cassette or until you press REV again The radio will play the last selected station while reversing the tape The tape direction arrow will blink during the re...

Page 181: ...rs 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 Index After you clean the player press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset CD Adapter Kits It is possib...

Page 182: ...vel Turn the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the SCV Then as you drive SCV automatically increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any particular speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive If you don t want to use SCV turn the control all the way down Each notch on the control ring allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicl...

Page 183: ...r the AM FM1 or FM2 mode and then press P SCAN It will scan through each station stored on your pushbuttons and stop for a few seconds before continuing to scan through all of the pushbuttons Press P SCAN again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning to listen to a specific stored station P SCAN will light up on the display while in this mode If one of the stations stored on a pushbutton is too...

Page 184: ...is knob to release it from its stored position Turn the control clockwise to adjust the sound to the front speakers and counterclockwise for the rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them Playing a Compact Disc PWR Press this knob to turn the system on You can also turn the system on when yo...

Page 185: ...o resume playing RECALL Press this button to see what track is playing Press it again within five seconds to see how long the CD has been playing that track Elapsed time 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 th...

Page 186: ...V Your system has a feature called Speed Compensated Volume SCV With SCV your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive Set the volume at the desired level Turn the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the SCV Then as you drive SCV automatically increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any particular speed The volume level sh...

Page 187: ...tton lets you scan through your favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons Select either the AM FM1 or FM2 mode and then press P SCAN It will scan through each station stored on your pushbuttons and stop for a few seconds before continuing to scan through all of the pushbuttons Press P SCAN again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning to listen to a specific stored station P SCAN will light ...

Page 188: ...hould play The letters CD and a CD symbol will 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 play when the road gets smoother D The disc is upside down D It is dirty scratched or wet D It is very humid If so wait about a...

Page 189: ...top 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 resume playing at the point where it stopped CD AUX Press this button if you have a disc loaded in the CD player and the radio is turned on to play a compact disc Press AM FM to return to the radio when a ...

Page 190: ...l shows when a cassette tape is in the player A lighted arrow will also appear and show the direction of play when a tape is active The player automatically senses if the cassette tape is metal or CrO2 and adjusts for best playback sound Anytime a cassette tape is inserted the top side is selected for play first PREV 1 Press PREV or the SEEK left arrow in the opposite direction that the lighted ta...

Page 191: ...tation during FWD PROG Press this button on the remote player to go from one side of the tape to the other TAPE Press the AM FM button to switch from the player and the radio when a tape is playing To return to the tape player press CD AUX The lighted arrow will appear next to the symbol and show the direction of play when a tape is active EJECT Press this button on the remote player to remove the...

Page 192: ...zine Close the door by sliding it all the way forward When the CD magazine is loaded the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine This will continue for up to one and a half minutes depending on the number of discs loaded To eject the magazine from the player slide the CD changer door all the way open then press EJECT NOTICE If the CD magazine fails to eject after the EJECT button has...

Page 193: ...nd track number will be displayed NEXT 3 Press this button or the SEEK right arrow to go to the next track If you hold the button or press it more than once the player will continue moving forward through the disc The sound will mute while seeking REV 4 Press and hold this button to reverse quickly through a track selection Release it to resume playing FWD 6 Press and hold this button to advance q...

Page 194: ...d FWD 6 Press and hold this button to advance quickly through a track selection Release it to resume playing SEEK Press the right arrow to seek to the next selection on the CD Press the left arrow to search for the previous selection on the CD The sound will mute while seeking CD AUX Press this button if you have a disc loaded in the changer and the radio is turned on to play a compact disc Press ...

Page 195: ...rocedure If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse between any steps the radio automatically reverts to time and you must start the procedure over at Step 4 1 Write down any three or four digit number from 000 to 1999 and keep it in a safe place separate from the vehicle 2 Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN 3 Turn the radio off 4 Press the 1 and 4 buttons together Hold them down until shows o...

Page 196: ...ter the correct code before INOP appears If you lose or forget your code contact your dealer Disabling the Theft Deterrent Feature Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press the 1 and 4 buttons together Hold them down until SEC shows on the display 4 Press MN and 000 will appear on the display 5...

Page 197: ...If a cassette tape is playing press this button to play the other side of the tape If a compact disc is playing in the console mounted CD changer if equipped press this button to go to the next available CD SEEK Press the up arrow to tune to the next radio station and the down arrow to tune to the previous radio station If a cassette tape or compact disc is playing the player will advance with the...

Page 198: ...e 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 mobile tel...

Page 199: ...te has no 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 cl...

Page 200: ...g cassette 5 Eject the cleaning cassette after the manufacturer s recommended cleaning time When the cleaning cassette has been ejected the cut tape detection feature 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 n...

Page 201: ... 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 you can...

Page 202: ... 4 Drunken Driving 4 7 Control of a Vehicle 4 8 Braking 4 11 Steering 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 16 Off Road Driving with Your Four Wheel Drive Vehicle 4 30 Driving at Night 4 31 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 34 City Driving 4 35 Freeway Driving 4 36 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 37 Highway Hypnosis 4 38 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 40 Winter Driving 4 44 Recrea...

Page 203: ...d many types of crashes including a rollover crash Driver Behavior The single most important thing is this everyone in the vehicle including the driver should buckle up see Safety Belts in the Index In fact most serious injuries and fatalities to unbelted occupants can be reduced or prevented by the use of safety belts In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than...

Page 204: ...ollover rate than other types of vehicles Utility vehicles do have a higher ground clearance and a narrower track or shorter wheelbase than passenger cars to make them more capable for off road driving Specific design characteristics like these give the driver a better view of the road but also give utility vehicles a higher center of gravity than other types of vehicles This means that you should...

Page 205: ... defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision with resulting injury Ask a passenger to help do things like this or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself These simple defensive driving techniques could save your life Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy It s the number one contributor to the highway death toll...

Page 206: ...during drinking D The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association a 180 lb 82 kg person who drinks three 12 ounce 355 ml bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0 06 percent The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4 ounce 120 ml glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1 1 2 ounces 45 ml of a...

Page 207: ...C levels above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having a collision At a BAC level of 0 10 percent the chance of this driver having a collision is 12 times greater at a level of 0 15 percent the chance is 25 times greate...

Page 208: ...rinking Ride home in a cab or if you re with a group designate a driver who will not drink Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go They are the brakes the steering and the accelerator All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road Sometimes as when you re driving on snow or ice it s easy to ask more of those...

Page 209: ...d whether it s pavement or gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread the condition of your brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops Your brak...

Page 210: ...ing on This is normal If there s a problem with the anti lock brake system this warning light will stay on See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light in the Index Here s how anti lock works Let s say the road is wet You re driving safely Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you You slam on the brakes Here s what happens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels...

Page 211: ... close to the vehicle in front of you you won t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes Using Anti Lock Don t pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti lock work for you You may feel the brakes vibrate or you may notice some noise but this is normal On vehicles wi...

Page 212: ...the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you re in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you re steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places You can lose control What should you do i...

Page 213: ... apply your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a fu...

Page 214: ...g another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing D Drive ahe...

Page 215: ...ars are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot D Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see ...

Page 216: ...on skid are best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the ro...

Page 217: ...ving safer and more enjoyable Before You Go Off Roading There are some things to do before you go out For example be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done Check to make sure all underbody shields if so equipped are properly attached Be sure you read all the information about your four wheel drive vehicle in this manual Is there enough fuel Is the spare tire fully inflated Ar...

Page 218: ...res in the Index Environmental Concerns Off road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation However it also raises environmental concerns GM recognizes these concerns and urges every off roader to follow these basic rules for protecting the environment D Always use established trails roads and areas that have been specially set aside for public off road recreational driving obey all p...

Page 219: ... we mean Tune your senses to different kinds of signals Your eyes for example need to constantly sweep the terrain for unexpected obstacles Your ears need to listen for unusual tire or engine sounds With your arms hands feet and body you ll need to respond to vibrations and vehicle bounce Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off road driving One of the best ways to control your vehicl...

Page 220: ...jects later D Will you have to stop suddenly or change direction quickly When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain keep a firm grip on the steering wheel Ruts troughs or other surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hands if you re not prepared When you drive over bumps rocks or other obstacles your wheels can leave the ground If this happens even with one or two wheels you can t cont...

Page 221: ...re may be a smooth constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top On a large hill the incline may get steeper as you near the top but you may not see this because the crest of the hill is hidden by bushes grass or shrubs Here are some other things to consider as you approach a hill D Is there a constant incline or does the hill get sharply st...

Page 222: ...se traction slide sideways and possibly roll over You could be seriously injured or killed When driving up hills always try to go straight up D Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill D Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills D Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffic know you re there D Use...

Page 223: ...eering wheel at the 12 o clock position This way you ll be able to tell if your wheels are straight and maneuver as you back down It s best that you back down the hill with your wheels straight rather than in the left or right direction Turning the wheel too far to the left or right will increase the possibility of a rollover Here are some things you must not do if you stall or are about to stall ...

Page 224: ...EUTRAL when you leave the vehicle Leave it in some gear CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P or if you have the manual transmission even if you re in gear This is because the NEUTRAL position on the transfer case overrides the transmission You or someone else could be injured If you are going to leave your vehicle set th...

Page 225: ...creek bank or even a river bottom with large rocks If you decide you can go down a hill safely then try to keep your vehicle headed straight down and use a low gear This way engine drag can help your brakes and they won t have to do all the work Descend slowly keeping your vehicle under control at all times CAUTION Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakes to overheat and fade Thi...

Page 226: ...mission in NEUTRAL N or with the clutch pedal depressed in a manual shift This is called free wheeling Your brakes will have to do all the work and could overheat and fade Q Am I likely to stall when going downhill A It s much more likely to happen going uphill But if it happens going downhill here s what to do D Stop your vehicle by applying the regular brakes Apply the parking brake D Shift to P...

Page 227: ...lips sideways it can hit something that will trip it a rock a rut etc and roll over D Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse If you drive across a rock with the uphill wheels or if the downhill wheels drop into a rut or depression your vehicle can tilt even more For reasons like these you need to decide carefully whether to try to drive across an incline Just because the...

Page 228: ...ut on the downhill low side of a vehicle stopped across an incline is dangerous If the vehicle rolls over you could be crushed or killed Always get out on the uphill high side of the vehicle and stay well clear of the rollover path Driving in Mud Sand Snow or Ice When you drive in mud snow or sand your wheels won t get good traction You can t accelerate as quickly turning is more difficult and you...

Page 229: ...springs currents under the ice or sudden thaws can weaken the ice Your vehicle could fall through the ice and you and your passengers could drown Drive your vehicle on safe surfaces only 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 ...

Page 230: ...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 Also chec...

Page 231: ...icles 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 the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 ye...

Page 232: ...ss would making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see i...

Page 233: ...wsigns of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes 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 qui...

Page 234: ...road If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a hard and fast rule 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...

Page 235: ... happens you and the other vehicle occupants could drown Don t ignore police warning signs and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips D Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted by road...

Page 236: ...ountry 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 start to move check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running t...

Page 237: ...e sure there isn t another vehicle in your blind spot Once you are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a reasonable following distance Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to leave the freeway move to the proper lane well in advance If you miss your exit do not under any circumstances stop and back up Drive on to the next exit The exit ramp can be curved sometimes quite s...

Page 238: ...s Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Don t let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a s...

Page 239: ... in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transmission These parts can work hard on mountain roads D Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill CAUTION If you don t shift down your brakes could get so hot that they wouldn t work we...

Page 240: ...lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission and you can climb the hill better D Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Don t swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane D As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident D ...

Page 241: ... 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 your tire...

Page 242: ...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 an othe...

Page 243: ...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 clothing t...

Page 244: ...as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the 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 charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close...

Page 245: ...tronic Shift Transfer Case should not be towed with all four wheels on the ground These transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being 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 and your vehicle has to be to...

Page 246: ...case into NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P for an automatic transmission or if your vehicle is in gear for a manual transmission You or others could be injured Make sure the parking brake is firmly set before you shift the transfer case into NEUTRAL See Four Wheel Drive Automatic Transfer Case in the Index 5 Release the parking brake only after the vehic...

Page 247: ...ur 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 If you do have a heavy load you should spread it out Similar appearing vehicles may have different GVWRs and payloads Please no...

Page 248: ... 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 som...

Page 249: ...uipment NOTICE Your warranty doesn t cover parts or components that fail because of overloading Towing a Trailer CAUTION If you don t use the correct equipment and drive properly you can losecontrol when you pull a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passengers could be seriously injured Pull a trailer only if you have followed a...

Page 250: ...rce for this information can be state or provincial police D Consider using a sway control if your trailer will weigh 2 000 lbs 900 kg or less You should always use a sway control if your trailer will weigh more than 2 000 lbs 900 kg You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls D Don t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 800 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other par...

Page 251: ...l Mode is most effective when the vehicle and trailer combined weight is at least 75 of the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and the maximum trailer weight rating for the vehicle See Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Trailer Weight in the Index The Tow Haul Mode for hauling a heavy trailer is most useful under the following conditions D When driving through hilly terrain at speeds below 55 mph 88 km...

Page 252: ...088 kg 5 600 lbs 2 542 kg 5 600 lbs 2 542 kg 4 Wheel Drive Manual Trans 3 42 3 73 4 000 lbs 1 816 kg 4 500 lbs 2 043 kg Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming the driver and one passenger are in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment The weight of additional optional equipment passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weigh...

Page 253: ... hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B If you re using a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 12 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they aren t you may be able to get them right simply by moving some...

Page 254: ...comes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for attaching safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than ...

Page 255: ...rculates the air inside your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as respo...

Page 256: ... bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and if possible have someone guide you Making Turns NOTICE Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged Avoid making v...

Page 257: ... uphill grade shift down and reduce your speed to around 45 mph 70 km h to reduce the possibility of engine and transmission overheating If you have an automatic transmission you should use THIRD 3 when towing a trailer Operating your vehicle in THIRD 3 when towing a trailer will minimize heat buildup and extend the life of your transmission Or if you have a manual transmission it s better not to ...

Page 258: ...n shift into PARK P or REVERSE R for a manual transmission 5 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle with an automatic transfer case be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL 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 engin...

Page 259: ...n Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engine oil axle lubricant belt cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re ...

Page 260: ...e the following color code chart when connecting the wiring harness to your trailer D Dark Blue Use for electric trailer brakes or auxiliary wiring eight wire harness only D Red Use for battery charging it connects to the starter solenoid eight wire harness only D Light Green Back up lamps D Brown Taillamps and parking lamps D Yellow Left stoplamp and turn signal D Dark Green Right stoplamp and tu...

Page 261: ...s that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 7 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Engine Overheating 5 11 Cooling System 5 18 Engine Fan Noise 5 18 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 19 Changing a Flat Tire 5 32 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Page 262: ...o 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 press the button until the first click and release When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the side of t...

Page 263: ... NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelcoR battery in your vehicle has a built in hydrometer Do not charge test or jump start the battery if the hydrometer looks clear or light yellow Replace the battery when there is a clear or light yellow hydrometer and a cranking complaint Trying to start your vehicle by pus...

Page 264: ...hat aren t needed as well as radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries In addition it could save your radio NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repair wouldn t be covered by your warranty 4 Open both hoods and locate the batteries Find the positive and negative terminals on each battery CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explo...

Page 265: ...e and negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part Don t connect positive to negative or you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too 6 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery 7 Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery 8 Now connect the black negative cab...

Page 266: ...ine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for awhile 11 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries make sure all connections are good If it still won t start it probably needs service CAUTION Fans or ot...

Page 267: ...wing Your Vehicle CAUTION To help avoid serious personal injury to you or others D Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed D Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds D Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured D Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted by the tow truck D Always secure the vehicle on each side with separate safety chains when towing it D Use ...

Page 268: ...s 80 km When using wheel lift equipment to tow vehicles equipped with the electronic shift transfer case a towing dolly must be placed under the rear wheels when towing from the front and under the front wheels when towing from the rear When using wheel lift equipment to tow vehicles equipped with the active transfer case the transfer case must be in NEUTRAL and the following tow limits must be us...

Page 269: ...st 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 until the engine is cool NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you k...

Page 270: ...dow as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D or THIRD 3 for automatic transmissions If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away...

Page 271: ...re Cap C Engine Fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down When the engine is cold the coolant level should be at least up to the ADD mark If it isn t you may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system ...

Page 272: ...lant it is important that you use only DEX COOLR silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion may result In addition the engine coolant will require change sooner at 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX COOLR is not covered by your new vehicle w...

Page 273: ...ain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR ...

Page 274: ...hing 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 CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly 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 r...

Page 275: ...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 276: ...xture 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 ADD mark 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off ...

Page 277: ...adiator 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 278: ... 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 off the accelerator pedal a...

Page 279: ...ehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put an automatic transmission shift lever in PARK P or shift a manual transmission to FIRST 1 or REVERSE R 3 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 4 Turn off the engine 5 Put the wheel blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the on...

Page 280: ...ructions explain how to remove the spare tire depending on where it is mounted on your vehicle NOTICE Never remove or restow a tire from to a stowage position under the vehicle while the vehicle is supported by a jack Always tighten the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle when restowing To remove the underbody mounted spare insert the chisel end of the wheel wrench on an angle into the...

Page 281: ...To remove an inside mounted spare tire reach into your tire s cover and unscrew the wing nut at the center of the wheel Remove it and the retainer Unhook the tire from the mounting bracket and remove the cover To remove a rear mounted spare tire first make sure that the carrier arm is fully latched to the endgate Then remove the spare tire cover The locking wheel nut can be removed by snapping the...

Page 282: ...Position the chisel end of your wheel wrench or the hub cap removal tool if equipped in the notch of the hub cap and pry off the hub cap Some of the molded plastic hub caps have imitation wheel nuts molded into them The wheel wrench won t fit these imitation nuts so don t try to remove them with the socket end of the wheel wrench ...

Page 283: ...l nut caps Your wheel nut caps may attach your hub cap to the wheel Remove these wheel nut caps before you take off the hub cap Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 2 Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the jack lift head 3 Fit the jack into the appropriate hole nearest the flat tire ...

Page 284: ... off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle ...

Page 285: ...ting surfaces and spare wheel CAUTION Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the 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 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...

Page 286: ...l off causing a serious accident 7 Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface 8 Put the nuts on by hand Make sure the rounded end is toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub If a nut can t be turned by hand use the wheel wrench and see your dealer as soon as possible ...

Page 287: ...shown CAUTION Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts 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 100 lb ft 140 N m ...

Page 288: ...oring a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Follow this diagram to store the underbody mounted spare A Retainer B Valve Stem Pointed Down C Spare or Flat Tire D Spring E Wheel Wrench F Lower G...

Page 289: ...le through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft 4 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle Continue turning the wheel wrench until the tire is secure and the cable is tight The spare tire hoist cannot be overtightened 5 Make sure the tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If the tire moves use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable...

Page 290: ... and Locking Nut Cylinder Reinstall the locking wheel nut using the wheel wrench Then push the lock case onto the lug nut until it stops The key does not have to be inserted into the lock Push the lock case to be sure it is secured The special lug nut and lock case is not intended to be used on any road wheel only on the spare wheel carrier Tighten the nuts on the wheel carrier to 22 to 32 lb ft 3...

Page 291: ...mage the vehicle Return the jack wheel wrench and wheel blocks to the proper location in your vehicle s rear area Secure the items and replace the jack cover A Retainer B Rubber Band Some Models C Work Gloves D Mat E Jack Storage Cover F Wheel Blocks G Hub Cap Removal Tool Some Models H Wheel Wrench I Jack J Jacking Instructions ...

Page 292: ... could be injured And the transmission or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you re stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Don t spin the wheels above 35 mph 55 km h as shown on the speedometer NOTICE Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting y...

Page 293: ...he accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear By slowly spinning your wheels in the forward and reverse directions you will cause a rocking motion that may free your vehicle If that doesn t get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out Or you can use your recovery hooks if your vehicle has them If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Using the Recov...

Page 294: ...hicle 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 295: ...aner Filter 6 17 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 20 Manual Transmission Fluid 6 21 Hydraulic Clutch 6 22 Rear Axle 6 23 Four Wheel Drive 6 24 Engine Coolant 6 28 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 28 Power Steering Fluid 6 29 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 30 Brakes 6 34 Battery 6 35 Bulb Replacement 6 39 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 41 Tires 6 50 Appearance Care 6 50 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 6 ...

Page 296: ...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 should ...

Page 297: ...ar 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 provide improved driveability and emissio...

Page 298: ...service station operator whether or not the fuel contains MMT General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines If fuels containing MMT are used spark plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for service To provide cleaner air...

Page 299: ...ub 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 CAUTION Gasoline vapor is highly flammable It burns viole...

Page 300: ... side of your vehicle While refueling hang the cap by the tether from the hook on the filler door To remove the cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise The cap has a spring in it if you let go of the cap too soon it will spring back to the right ...

Page 301: ...ng 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 be sur...

Page 302: ...vehicle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground D Bring the fill nozzle in contact 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 Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids li...

Page 303: ...er driver s side of the instrument panel Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release Lift the hood release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood You may have a lamp that comes on when you lift the hood ...

Page 304: ...se items A Battery B Coolant Recovery Tank C Engine Oil Dipstick D Engine Oil Fill E Automatic Transmission Dipstick F Power Steering Reservoir G Brake Master Cylinder H Engine Air Cleaner Filter I Fuse Block J Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir ...

Page 305: ... will latch when dropped from 10 to 12 inches 25 to 30 cm without pressing on the hood Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The oil dipstick is a yellow ring Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan I...

Page 306: ...il But you must use the right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged Be sure to fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper oper...

Page 307: ...ute 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 the foll...

Page 308: ...ow temperatures Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil The recommended oils with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good performance and engine protection 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 ...

Page 309: ...s certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a real threat to the environment I...

Page 310: ...ir 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 engine with the air cleaner filter off NOTICE If the air cleaner filter is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily ge...

Page 311: ...elivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km 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 f...

Page 312: ... Fluid Cold A cold check is made after the vehicle has been sitting for eight hours or more with the engine off and is used only as a reference Let the engine run at idle for five minutes if outside temperatures are 50_F 10_C or more If it s colder than 50_F 10_C you may have to idle the engine longer Should the fluid level be low during a cold check you must perform a hot check before adding flui...

Page 313: ...ag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the COLD area below the cross hatched area for a cold check or in the HOT area or cross hatched area for a hot check 4 If the fluid level is in the acceptable range push the dipstick back in all the way then flip t...

Page 314: ...nty D After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check D When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place Manual Transmission Fluid When to Check A good time to have it checked is when the engine oil is changed However the fluid in your manual transmission doesn t require changing How to...

Page 315: ... to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index 1 Remove the filler plug 2 Add fluid at the filler plug hole Add only enough fluid to bring the fluid level up to the bottom of the filler plug hole 3 Install the filler plug Be sure the plug is fully seated Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle is self adj...

Page 316: ... added if the level does not reach the bottom of the diaphragm when it s in place in the reservoir See the instructions on the reservoir cap Rear Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the f...

Page 317: ...When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant See Periodic Maintenance Inspections in the Index How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole Use care not to overtighten plug What to Use Refer to ...

Page 318: ... 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 Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOLR engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years o...

Page 319: ...hs whichever occurs first Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX COOLR is not covered by your new vehicle warranty What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean drinkable water and one half DEX COOLR coolant which won t damage aluminum 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 wa...

Page 320: ...f you have to add coolant more than four times a year have your dealer check your cooling system NOTICE If you 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 vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at ADD or a little higher When your engine is warm...

Page 321: ...e to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank but be careful not to spill it CAUTION You can be burned 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 Occasionally check ...

Page 322: ...heating Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired ...

Page 323: ...oper range 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 wh...

Page 324: ... 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 brake li...

Page 325: ... 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 The flu...

Page 326: ...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 spill b...

Page 327: ...air Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied 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 Brake linings should always b...

Page 328: ...ance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free ACDelcoR battery When it s time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco battery Vehicle Storage If you re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or mo...

Page 329: ... your GM dealer s service department Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps One Piece Composite Headlamp System 1 Open the hood 2 Remove the black retainer clips by lifting up 3 Pull the headlamp assembly out 4 Unplug the el...

Page 330: ...lamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight 7 Plug in the electrical connector 8 Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle Install the two retaining clips Two Piece Composite Headlamp System 1 Open the hood 2 Remove the black retainer clips by lifting up 3 Pull the headlamp assembly out ...

Page 331: ...ont Turn Signal Lamp Assembly 1 Remove the headlamp assembly as shown under One Piece Composite Headlamp System earlier in this section 2 Twist the bulb socket to remove it from the headlamp assembly 3 Pull the bulb straight out to remove it from the socket 4 Push the new bulb into the socket until it snaps into place 5 Put the bulb socket into the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it is t...

Page 332: ...ly will swing out 3 Unplug the electrical connector 4 Turn the harness bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it 5 Pull the bulb straight out to remove it from the socket 6 Push the new bulb into the socket until it snaps into place 7 Put the new bulb into the headlamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight 8 To replace the assembly snap the outboard end of the lamp assembly back into th...

Page 333: ...y and turn the socket clockwise until it locks in place 8 Install the lamp assembly Install and tighten the screws 9 Close the endgate liftgate Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking See Wiper Blade Check in Section 7 of this manual under Part B Owner Checks and Services for more information See Normal Maintenance R...

Page 334: ... it from the wiper arm hook 3 Remove the insert from the blade assembly The insert has two notches at one end that are locked by the bottom claws of the blade assembly At the notched end pull the insert from the blade assembly 4 To install the new wiper insert slide the insert D notched end last into the end with two blade claws A Slidethe insert all the way through the blade claws at the opposite...

Page 335: ...m and blade assembly onto the windshield Backglass Wiper Blade Replacement See Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement in this section for instructions on how to change the backglass wiper blade The backglass wiper blade will not lock in a vertical position like the windshield wiper blade so care should be used when pulling it away from the vehicle Tires Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires m...

Page 336: ...pact 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 driver s door edge above the door latch shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been...

Page 337: ...ping 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 your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When It s Time for New Tires and Wheel Replacement later in this section for more information Make sure the spare tire is stored secu...

Page 338: ...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 later if...

Page 339: ...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 designed to...

Page 340: ...rading 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 winter...

Page 341: ... to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing 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 ...

Page 342: ...he kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle CAUTION Using the wrong r...

Page 343: ... that manufacturer 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 other size tires use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size for you...

Page 344: ...quer Thinner D Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others 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 a...

Page 345: ...roughly 5 As soon as you ve cleaned the section use a sponge to remove the suds 6 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 soile...

Page 346: ...hoe polish on leather D Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the w...

Page 347: ...e 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 form when you rinse it with water Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance Clean the...

Page 348: ...r 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 waxing or...

Page 349: ...loth with mild soap and water Rinse with clean water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on ...

Page 350: ... 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 packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before b...

Page 351: ... 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 Silicone...

Page 352: ...nd 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 paint in...

Page 353: ... right away Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some electrical problem be sure to get it fixed Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other power accessories When the current load ...

Page 354: ...dio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block is at the driver s end of the instrument panel Remove the cover by turning the fastener counterclockwise Extra fuses and the fuse extractor are provided in the cover To reinstall the fuse panel cover push in and turn the fastener clockwis...

Page 355: ...Headlamps Switch Body control Module Headlamp Relay 8 Courtesy Lamps Battery Run Down Protection 9 HVAC Control Head Manual Fuse Circuit Breaker Usage 10 Turn Signal 11 Cluster Engine Control Module 12 Interior lights 13 Auxiliary Power 14 Power Locks Motor 15 4WD Switch Engine Controls VCM PCM Transmission 16 Supplemental Inflatable Restraint 17 Front Wiper 18 Steering Wheel Radio Controls 19 Rad...

Page 356: ...t Fuse Block The fuse block is under the hood at the driver s side of the engine compartment Remove the cover by turning the fastener counterclockwise To reinstall the fuse panel cover push in and turn the fastener clockwise ...

Page 357: ...g Lamps TRL PRK Trailer Park Lamps LTHDLP Left Headlamp RTHDLP Right Headlamp FRPRK Front Parking Lamps Name Usage INT BAT I P Fuse Block Feed ENG I Engine Sensors Solenoids MAF CAM PURGE VENT ECM B Engine Control Module Fuel Pump Module Oil Pressure ABS Anti Lock Brake System ECM I Engine Control Module Injectors A C Air Conditioning W W PMP Not Used HORN Horn BTSI Automatic Transmission Shift Lo...

Page 358: ... LR PRK Left Rear Parking Lamps IGN C Starter Solenoid Fuel Pump PRNDL HTDSEAT Heated Seat HVAC HVAC System Name Usage TRCHMSL Trailer Center High Mount Stop Light RRDFOG Rear Defogger TBC Truck Body Computer CRANK Clutch Switch NSBU Switch HAZLP Hazard Lamps VECHMSL Vehicle Center High Mounted Stop Lamp HTDMIR Heated Mirror ATC Transfer Case Four Wheel Drive STOPLP Stop Lamps RR W W Rear Window W...

Page 359: ... Front Turn Signal Lamps 2 3157 Turn Signal Lamps 2 3157 NA Capacities and Specifications Engine Description VORTEC 4300 Type V6 VIN Code W Firing Order 1 6 5 4 3 2 Horsepower 190 at 4 400 rpm Thermostat Specification 195_F 91_C Spark Plug Gap 0 060 inches 1 52 mm Wheels and Tires Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140 N m Tire Pressure See the Certification Tire label See Loading Your Vehicle in the Inde...

Page 360: ...harge label under the hood After refill the level must be checked Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest information available at the time of printing and are subject to change If a part listed in this manual is not the same as the part used in your vehicle when it was built or if you have any questions please contact your GM de...

Page 361: ...445 5 cm 4 Door 181 1 inches 460 0 cm Height 2WD 2 Door 66 0 inches 167 6 cm 4WD 2 Door 66 9 inches 170 0 cm 2WD 4 Door 65 9 inches 167 4 cm 4WD 4 Door 67 0 inches 170 2 cm Width 67 8 inches 172 2 cm Front Tread 2WD 55 0 inches 139 6 cm 4WD 57 3 inches 145 4 cm Rear Tread 2WD 54 7 inches 138 8 cm 4WD 55 1 inches 139 9 cm Figures reflect base equipment only ...

Page 362: ...y dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 8 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 7 30 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7 42 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 47 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 49 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 52 Part E Maintenance Record ...

Page 363: ...nt Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition please maintain your vehicle properly Maintenance Requirements Maintenance intervals checks inspections and recommended fluids and lubrican...

Page 364: ...do the work If you want to get the service information see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your dealer s service department or another qualified service ...

Page 365: ...when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle The...

Page 366: ...al application One of the reasons you should follow 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 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 ...

Page 367: ...hese intervals only summarize maintenance services Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages Long Trip Highway Definition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance are true Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used for trailer towing driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads Use the S...

Page 368: ...acement Engine Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transmission Service normal conditions Long Trip Highway Intervals Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Every 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Spark Plug Wire Inspection Spark Plug Replacement Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV Valve Inspection Every 150 000 Miles 240 000 km Cooling System ...

Page 369: ...life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universal joints and brake pedal springs A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection under Periodic Maintenance Inspect...

Page 370: ...for leaking See footnote 6 000 Miles 10 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection an...

Page 371: ... for leaking See footnote 12 000 Miles 20 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection ...

Page 372: ... rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 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 ...

Page 373: ... 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 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 a...

Page 374: ... 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 Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level a...

Page 375: ...ine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service 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 y...

Page 376: ... for leaking See footnote 36 000 Miles 60 000 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 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 a...

Page 377: ... for leaking See footnote 42 000 Miles 70 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection ...

Page 378: ...ransmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter e...

Page 379: ...eck 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 50 000 Miles 83 000 km 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 filt...

Page 380: ... for leaking See footnote 54 000 Miles 90 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection ...

Page 381: ...ge engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one...

Page 382: ...ootnote j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 63 000 Miles 105 000 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...

Page 383: ... for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation 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 ...

Page 384: ... and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or mo...

Page 385: ... Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 78 000 Miles 130 000 km j Change engine 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 C...

Page 386: ... for leaking See footnote 84 000 Miles 140 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear 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...

Page 387: ...ge engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one...

Page 388: ...ner filter An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 93 000 Miles 155 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle...

Page 389: ... for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 99 000 Miles 165 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level ...

Page 390: ...e both the fluid and filter Manual transmission fluid doesn t require change 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 Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure ...

Page 391: ...ission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universal joints and brake pedal springs A good time to check your bra...

Page 392: ... 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 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...

Page 393: ...he fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear...

Page 394: ...driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Rotate tires See Tire In...

Page 395: ...additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Change automatic tran...

Page 396: ...y and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter Manual transmission fluid doesn t require change 52 500 Miles 87 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and ad...

Page 397: ...e conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Ind...

Page 398: ... leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 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 an...

Page 399: ...he fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 82 500 Miles 137 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rea...

Page 400: ... driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Replace fuel filter An ...

Page 401: ...e Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 100 000 Miles 166 000 km j Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service j Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both th...

Page 402: ... cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service ACTUAL SERVICED BY MILEAGE DATE ...

Page 403: ...l and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOLR 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 Windshiel...

Page 404: ...are tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If it moves use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable See Storing the Spare Tire and Tools in the Index Weatherstrip 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 ...

Page 405: ...ve 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 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake see Parking Brake in the Index if necessary and the regular brake NOTE Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts 3 On automatic transmission vehicles try to start the...

Page 406: ...ins to move 3 With the engine off turn the key to the RUN position but don t start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P your vehicle needs service Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position D...

Page 407: ...ng 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 the parking brake only D To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake follo...

Page 408: ... and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions which c...

Page 409: ...12 months or at oil change intervals check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation More frequent lubrication may be required on off road use Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and...

Page 410: ...and use only GM GoodwrenchR DEX COOLR or HavolineR DEX COOLR Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 Brake Fluid Windshield Washer Solvent GM OptikleenR Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Hydraulic Clutch System Hydraulic Clutch Fluid GM Part No 12345347 or equivalent DOT...

Page 411: ...nd Rear Axle Standard Differential SAE 80W 90 Axle Lubricant GM Part No 1052271 or equivalent USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Rear Axle Locking Differential Axle Lubricant use only GM Part No 1052271 Do not add friction modifier Automatic Transfer Case Automatic Transfer Case Fluid GM Part No 12378396 Rear Driveline Center Spline and Universal Joints Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985 or equivalent or lu...

Page 412: ...r 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 USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Tailgate Mounted Spare Tire Carrier if equipped Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points and Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part ...

Page 413: ...ovided 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 414: ...7 53 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 415: ...7 54 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 416: ...7 55 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 417: ...7 56 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 418: ...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 419: ...s 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 contact...

Page 420: ...he 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 a...

Page 421: ... 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 Text Telephones TT...

Page 422: ...oll 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 resource inf...

Page 423: ... 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 charge Maps i...

Page 424: ... 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 Location lic...

Page 425: ...ted If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions 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 ...

Page 426: ...le Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers 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 Cou...

Page 427: ...annot 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 TO THE...

Page 428: ... Box 436008 Pontiac MI 48343 6008 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Ordering Owner Publications in Canada Owner s manuals are available for purchase for all current and most past model General Motors vehicles The toll free telephone...

Page 429: ...on about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 20 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 15 00 CURRENT PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year a...

Page 430: ...0 00 2000 50 00 2000 20 00 2000 15 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 6 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax See Note Below GM GMC 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 in U S...

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