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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This device complies with RSS

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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 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. This is
normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the
transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer
to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this:
D Check the distance. You may be too far from your

vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy
or snowy weather.

D Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be

blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the left or
right, hold the transmitter higher, and try again.

D Check to determine if battery replacement or

resynchronization is necessary. See the instructions
that follow.

D If you’re still having trouble, see your dealer or a

qualified technician for service.

Operation

UNLOCK: When you press UNLOCK, the driver’s
door will unlock automatically, the parking lamps will
flash and the interior lights will go on. If you press
UNLOCK again within three seconds, the remaining
doors will unlock, the parking lamps will flash and the
interior lights will go on.

LOCK: Press LOCK to lock all the doors. Press LOCK
again within three seconds and the horn will chirp.

Remote Panic Alarm

When the button with the horn symbol on the key
transmitter is pressed, the horn will sound and the
headlamps and taillamps will flash for up to 30 seconds.
This can be turned off by pressing the horn button again,
waiting for 30 seconds, or starting the vehicle.

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Summary of Contents for 2000 Sonoma

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Page 2: ...82 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 Sonoma under warranty is backed with the following services 1 800 GMC 8782 For vehicles purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 ...

Page 3: ...2000 GMC Sonoma Owner s Manual Litho in U S A Part Number X2008 B First Edition Copyright General Motors Corporation 1999 All Rights Reserved i ...

Page 4: ...tion If Equipped Parking Brake Windows Tilt Wheel Turn Signal Multifunction Lever Windshield Wipers Cruise Control Interior and Exterior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Accessory Power Outlets Instrument Panel Warning Lights and Gages Seats and Seat Controls Safety Belts Air Bag Systems Child Restraints Section 1 Section 2 Seats and Restraint Systems Features and Controls ii ...

Page 5: ...le Towing a Trailer 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 Section 3 Section 4 Section 5 Your Driving and the Road Comfort Controls and Audio Systems 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: ...se 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 ...

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: ...er 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 warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduc...

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: ...x Model Reference This manual covers these models ...

Page 13: ... 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 Tire Pressure See Section 6 Spare Tire Pressure See Sections 5 6 Battery See Section 6 For a More Detailed Look at What s Under the Hood See Section 6 ...

Page 14: ... Everyone 1 11 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 12 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 12 Driver Position 1 19 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 20 Right Front Passenger Position 1 20 Air Bag System 1 30 Center Passenger Position 1 32 Rear Seat Passengers Extended Cab Jump Seats 1 33 Children 1 36 Child Restraints 1 48 Larger Children 1 50 Safety Belt Extend...

Page 15: ...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 16: ...rd the front of the vehicle to increase lumbar support and toward the rear of the vehicle to decrease lumbar support Reclining Seatbacks Bucket Seats or 60 40 Bench To adjust the front seatback lift the lever on the outer side of the seat Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to an upright position ...

Page 17: ...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 18: ...rd it will return to the reclined position CAUTION If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked Easy Entry Seat Extended Cab Models The right front bucket or split bench seat of your vehicle makes it easy to get in and out of the rear vehicle area D Tilt...

Page 19: ...Extended Cab Models Your extended cab pickup has a jump seat in the rear area To fold the jump seat down pull down on the pull tab on the bottom of the seat until the seat is in place then move the seatback to a vertical position To store the seat fold the seatback down on the cushion then push the entire seat up until it is flush with the trim panel Don t let the safety belts be damaged by the hi...

Page 20: ...iously 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 o...

Page 21: ...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 goe...

Page 22: ...1 9 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop ...

Page 23: ...1 10 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel ...

Page 24: ...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 25: ...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 26: ...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 27: ...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 28: ...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 29: ...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 30: ... 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 31: ...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 32: ...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 33: ... as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Air Bag System This part explains the air bag system Your vehicle has air bags one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger Fronta...

Page 34: ...d to inflate at all in rollover rear side or low speed frontal crashes And for unrestrained occupants air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful air bags have provided in the past Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there s an air bag for that person CAUTION Air bags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye If y...

Page 35: ...tem is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this manual called Children There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the air bag symbol The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if the...

Page 36: ... 23 How the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side ...

Page 37: ...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 38: ...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 39: ...place the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger s air bag Do not open or break the air bag coverings AIR BAG OFF Switch Your vehicle has a switch on the instrument panel that you can use to turn off the right front passenger s air bag This switch should only be turned to AIR BAG OFF if the person in the right front pa...

Page 40: ...on which according to the child s physician makes it necessary for the child to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child s condition Medical Condition A passenger has a medical condition which according to his or her physician D causes the passenger air bag to pose a special risk for the passenger and D makes the potential harm from the passenger air bag in a cras...

Page 41: ...ay on to remind you that the air bag is off CAUTION If the air bag readiness light ever comes on when you have turned off the air bag it means that something may be wrong with the air bag system The right front passenger s air bag could inflate even though the switch is off If this ever happens don t let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of a passenger air bag risk gro...

Page 42: ...e 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 disconnected an air bag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an air bag when it inflates Avoid wires wrapped with yellow tape o...

Page 43: ... from working properly A Yes If you add things that change your vehicle s frame bumper system front end sheet metal or height they may keep the air bag system from working properly Also the air bag system may not work properly if you relocate any of the air bag sensors If you have any questions about this you should contact Customer Assistance before you modify your vehicle The phone numbers and a...

Page 44: ...o 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 45: ...t for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Each jump seat has a lap belt with no retractor To make the belt longe...

Page 46: ...either the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Smaller Children and Babies CAUTION Children who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously in...

Page 47: ...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 48: ...rash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold Secure the baby in an infant restraint but be sure to turn off the passenger s air bag See Air Bag Off Switch and Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position in the Index for more on this including important safety information ...

Page 49: ...e restraints Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints are available in four basic types When selecting a child restraint take into consideration not only the child s weight and size but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used ...

Page 50: ...e center of the vehicle A rear facing infant restraint B positions an infant to face the rear of the vehicle Rear facing infant restraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs 9 kg and about one year of age This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant s head neck and body can have the support they need in a frontal crash Some infant seats come in two parts the base stays secu...

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Page 52: ...ble restraint is designed to be used either as a rear facing infant seat or a forward facing child seat A booster seat F is designed for children who are about 40 to 60 lbs or even up to 80 lbs 18 to 27 kg or even up to 36 kg and about four to eight years of age A booster seat is designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Booster seats with shields use lap only belts however b...

Page 53: ...acturer The child restraint must be secured properly in the right front passenger seat If you want to secure a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger s seat turn off the passenger s air bag See AIR BAG OFF Switch and Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position in the Index for more on this including important safety information CAUTION A child in a rear facing chi...

Page 54: ...e a top strap and that the strap be anchored In the United States some child restraints also have a top strap If your child restraint has a top strap it should be anchored An anchor bracket for a top strap is located at the rear of the seat cushion on the right front passenger s seat ...

Page 55: ...racket Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position Don t use child restraints in this position The restraints won t work properly ...

Page 56: ...t Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag There s a switch on the instrument panel that you can use to turn off the right front passenger s air bag when you want to secure a rear facing child restraint at the right front passenger s position See AIR BAG OFF Switch in the Index for more on this including important safety information ...

Page 57: ...es This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Be sure to turn off the air bag before using a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat position If a forward facing child restraint is suitable for your child always move the passenger seat as far back as it will go ...

Page 58: ...he top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Your vehicle has a right front passenger s air bag If you are using a rear facing child restraint in this seat make sure the air bag is turned off See AIR BAG OFF Switch in the Index If your child restraint is f...

Page 59: ... the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock ...

Page 60: ...If you were using a rear facing child restraint turn on the right front passenger s air bag when you remove the rear facing child restraint from the vehicle unless the person who will be sitting there is a member of a passenger air bag risk group See AIR BAG OFF Switch in the Index CAUTION If the right front passenger s air bag is turned off for a person who isn t in a risk group identified by the...

Page 61: ...erly spread the impact forces In a crash the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured A belt must be used by only one person at a time Q What if a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child ...

Page 62: ...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 63: ...you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Replacing Restraint System Parts 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...

Page 64: ...Your Engine 2 17 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 18 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 21 Manual Transmission Operation 2 23 Four Wheel Drive If Equipped 2 26 Parking Brake 2 27 Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transmission Only 2 29 Shifting Out of PARK P Automatic Transmission Only 2 30 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 31 Engine Exhaust 2 31 Running Your Engine While You re Parked Automatic Tra...

Page 65: ...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 66: ...r a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep this number in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using this number Your selling dealer should also have this number NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of features that can help prevent theft But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside You may even have to...

Page 67: ...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 68: ...er lock switch is pressed when a door is open and the key is in the ignition all the doors will lock and the driver s door will unlock Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle take your keys open your door and set the locks from inside Then get out and close the door Keyless Entry System If Equipped If your vehicle has this feature you can lock and unlock your doors from about 3 feet 1 ...

Page 69: ...ou may be too far from your vehicle You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather D Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Take a few steps to the left or right hold the transmitter higher and try again D Check to determine if battery replacement or resynchronization is necessary See the instructions that follow D If you re still having trouble see you...

Page 70: ... coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have only four transmitters matched to it Battery Replacement Under normal use the battery in your transmitter should last about two years You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter work...

Page 71: ... not respond to a signal it has been sent previously This prevents anyone from recording and playing back the signal from the transmitter To resynchronize your transmitter stand close to your vehicle and press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the transmitter at the same time for seven seconds The door locks should cycle to confirm synchronization If the locks do not cycle see your dealer fo...

Page 72: ... Then push forward so the larger part of the hole is over the bolt Pull the end over the bolt 3 With the tailgate halfway down pull the tailgate toward you at the left side and then move the tailgate to the left to release the right side Reverse the procedure to reinstall Make sure the tailgate is secure Theft Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your vehicle has a numb...

Page 73: ...with you Parking Lots If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle it s best to lock it up and take your keys But what if you have to leave your ignition key What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle D Put your valuables in a storage area like your glove box D If your vehicle has a remote keyless entry system take the transmitter with you D Lock all the doors...

Page 74: ...or use the remote keyless entry transmitter Unlocking a door any other way will set off the alarm If you set off the alarm by accident unlock any door with the key YoucanalsoturnoffthealarmbypressingUNLOCKon the remote keyless entry transmitter The alarm won t stop if you try to unlock a door any other way Testing the Alarm The alarm can be tested by following these steps 1 From inside the vehicle...

Page 75: ...r your Passlock system is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock at this time You may also want to check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index See your dealer for service In an emergency call the GM Roadside Assistance Center See Roadside Assistance in the Index New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your vehicle doesn t need an elabo...

Page 76: ...eel will remain locked just as it was before you inserted the key NOTICE Don t operate accessories in the ACCESSORY position for long periods of time Prolonged operation of accessories in the ACCESSORY position could drain your battery and prevent you from starting your vehicle LOCK B This position locks your ignition steering wheel and transmission It s a theft deterrent feature You will only be ...

Page 77: ... in a loss of ability to steer the vehicle This could cause a collision If you need to turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving turn the key only to OFF Don t press the key release button 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 righ...

Page 78: ...h will allow certain features of your vehicle to continue to work up to 20 minutes after the ignition key is turned to OFF Your radio and power windows will work when the ignition key is in RUN or ACCESSORY Once the key is turned from RUN to OFF these features will continue to work for up to 20 minutes or until a door is opened Starting Your Engine Automatic Transmission Move your shift lever to P...

Page 79: ...battery or damaging your starter 2 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same thing but this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds Thi...

Page 80: ... go of the key and the accelerator pedal NOTICE Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform properly If you ever have to have your vehicle towed see the part of this manual that tells ho...

Page 81: ...erature the kind of oil you have and some other things Instead of trying to list everything here we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you ll be parking your vehicle The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area Automatic Transmission Operation Your automatic transmission has a shift lever on the steering column There are several different positions for your shif...

Page 82: ...fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehicle has a automatic transmission shift lock control system You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition key is in RUN If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the...

Page 83: ...or pedal about halfway down D Going about 35 mph 55 km h or more push the accelerator all the way down You ll shift down to the next gear and have more power DRIVE D should not be used when towing a trailer carrying a heavy load driving on steep hills or for off road driving Select THIRD 3 when operating the vehicle under any of these conditions THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal drivin...

Page 84: ...f you stop when going uphill don t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transmission Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to hold your vehicle in position on a hill Manual Transmission Operation 5 Speed This is your shift pattern Here s how to operate your transmission FIRST 1 Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST 1 Then slowly let up on ...

Page 85: ...ore the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to NEUTRAL NEUTRAL Use this position when you start or idle your engine REVERSE R To back up press the clutch pedal After the vehicle stops shift into REVERSE R For vehicles equipped with the VORTEC 4300 V6 engine you must wait six seconds before shifting into REVERSE R Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the acc...

Page 86: ...ou downshift CAUTION If you skip a gear when you downshift you could lose control of your vehicle You could injure yourself or others Don t shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift 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...

Page 87: ...his 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 wi...

Page 88: ... NEUTRAL N or the clutch pedal engaged On automatic transmission equipped vehicles if your transfer case does not shift into 4LO your transmission indicator switch may require adjustment With your transmission in NEUTRAL N press and release the 4LO switch While the 4LO indicator light is flashing shift your transmission into PARK P Wait until the 4LO indicator light remains illuminated before shif...

Page 89: ...ng your transmission into gear This will get you into 4HI but you should take your vehicle in for service to restore normal operation Parking Brake To set the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot If the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on To release the parking brake hold the regular brake ...

Page 90: ...hicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow Always put the shift lever fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PA...

Page 91: ...he parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you ve moved the shift leve...

Page 92: ...some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of PARK P Automatic Transmission Only Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system You have to fully apply your regular brake before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in RUN See Automatic Transmission Operation in the Index If you cannot shi...

Page 93: ...n REVERSE R and firmly apply the parking brake If you are parking on a hill or if your vehicle is pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite Don t park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn ...

Page 94: ...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 95: ...g a Trailer in the Index Locking Rear Axle If your vehicle has this feature your locking rear axle can give you additional traction on snow mud ice sand or gravel It works like a standard axle most of the time but when one of the rear wheels has no traction and the other does this feature will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle Windows Manual Windows Turn the hand crank on each door...

Page 96: ...window switch Hold the driver s window switch down for more than a half a second to activate the express down feature Lightly tap the switch to open the window slightly The express down feature can be interrupted at any time by pressing the up arrow end of the switch Swing Out Windows Extended Cab To open a rear swing out window pull the latch toward the front of the vehicle and then push the latc...

Page 97: ...Wheel If Equipped If you have the tilt steering wheel you should adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place Do not adjust the ste...

Page 98: ... 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 by itself when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows don t flash but ju...

Page 99: ...re on this indicator light on the instrument panel cluster will also be on Flash To Pass Feature This feature lets you use your high beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass It works even if your headlamps are in the automatic position To use it pull the turn signal lever toward you but not so far that you hear a click If your headlamps are in the automatic position ...

Page 100: ... you to the LO position For high speed wiping turn the band further to HI To stop the wipers turn the band to OFF Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become worn or damaged get new blades or blade inserts Windshield Washer There is a paddle marked with the windshield washer symbol ...

Page 101: ...rakes the cruise control will shut off If you have a manual transmission and you apply your brakes or push the clutch pedal the cruise control will shut off CAUTION D Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic D Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in ti...

Page 102: ...oot off the accelerator pedal Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course shuts off cruise control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can move the cruise control switch from ON to R A for about a half a second You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there If you ...

Page 103: ...h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may want to s...

Page 104: ...s along with other lamps such as the taillamps sidemarker parking lamps and the instrument panel lights The radio lights will also dim Your vehicle is equipped with a light sensor on the top of the instrument panel under the radio speaker grill Be sure it is not covered or the system will be on whenever the ignition is on The system may also turn on your headlamps when driving through a parking ga...

Page 105: ...t they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset Fully functional daytime running lights are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The DRL system will make your headlamps come on at reduced brightness when D the ignition is on D the headlamp switch is in automatic headlamp mode D the light sensor detects daytime light D an automatic transmission is not in ...

Page 106: ...imes within six seconds the chime will sound or turn the ignition to OFF and then to RUN again 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 foggy or misty conditions Your parking lamps or low beam headlamps must be on for your fog lamps to work The fog lamp switch is on the instrument panel under t...

Page 107: ...me on when you remove the key from the ignition to help you see while exiting the vehicle These lights will stay on for a short period of time and then will go out if the DOME OVERRIDE button is in the out position Front Map Lamps If Equipped If your vehicle has front map lamps they are located on the inside rearview mirror They will automatically come on for approximately 40 seconds when the door...

Page 108: ...ion This feature shuts off the dome courtesy vanity reading glove box cargo and underhood lamps if they are left on for more than 20 minutes when the ignition is off This will keep your battery from running down If the battery run down protection shuts off the interior lamps it may be necessary to do one of the following to return it to normal operation D Shut off all lamps and close all doors or ...

Page 109: ...ontrol 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 cut too sharply into the right or left lane you could hit a vehicle Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes ...

Page 110: ...e 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 Door Storage You will find a storage compartment on each door 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 the slots in ...

Page 111: ...back of the bucket or 60 40 bench seats Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter Rotate 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 materials could set them on fire causing damage To remove the front ashtray pull the bin upward To use the lighter press it in all the way and let go When it s ready it will pop...

Page 112: ...the mirror cover to turn on the lamps Accessory Power Outlets If Equipped If you have accessory power outlets you can 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 equipme...

Page 113: ...t Cluster C Transfer Case If Equipped D Glove Box E Audio System F Heated Outside Rearview Mirror Switch If Equipped G Auxiliary Power Outlets If Equipped H Comfort Controls I Ashtray J Passenger Air Bag Off Switch K Brake Release L Fog Lamps If Equipped M Lamp Controls ...

Page 114: ...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 115: ...2 52 Optional Cluster Canada Similar ...

Page 116: ...e trip odometer hold the button until it clears Tachometer If Equipped The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Each tachometer has a different limit depending on the powertrain in your vehicle The tachometer has three areas normal operating range red warning range and red danger range The normal operating range shows your engine speed during normal driving conditions...

Page 117: ...ould 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 d...

Page 118: ...his means the system 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 ...

Page 119: ...ation CAUTION If the right front passenger s air bag is turned off for a person who isn t in a risk group identified by the national government that person won t have the extra protection of an air bag In a crash the air bag wouldn t be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there Don t turn off the passenger s air bag unless the person sitting there is in a risk group identified by t...

Page 120: ...icle until you have your vehicle serviced Charging System Indicator Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition but the engine is not running as a check to show you it is working It should go out once the engine is running If it stays on or comes on while you are driving you may have a problem with the charging system It could indicate that you have problems ...

Page 121: ...his condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle As engine speeds are increased this condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to create maximum power You can only drive for a short time with the reading in either warning zone If you must drive turn off all unnecessary accessories Readings in either warning z...

Page 122: ...ed right away United States Canada This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If ...

Page 123: ...ng Light earlier in this section The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Engine Coolant Temperature Gage United States Canada This gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves into the red area your engine is too ...

Page 124: ...ystem is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty NOTICE Modifications made to the e...

Page 125: ...y see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light is still flashing follow the previous steps and drive the vehicle to your dealer or qualified se...

Page 126: ...spection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Here are some things you need to know in order to help your vehicle pass an inspection Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the SERVICE ENGINE...

Page 127: ...ot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty Oil pressure may vary with engine speed outside temperature and oil viscosity but readings above the low pressure zone indicate the normal operating range A reading in the l...

Page 128: ...e Index for additional information regarding the SECURITY light Service Four Wheel Drive Warning Light If your vehicle is equipped with the Automatic Four Wheel Drive Transfer Case it has a computer which controls the four wheel drive system This light should come on briefly when you turn on the ignition as a check to show you it is working The SERVICE 4WD light comes on to indicate that there may...

Page 129: ...n the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads F Full D It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank D The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up D The gage doesn t go back to E Empty when you turn off the...

Page 130: ...stems 3 6 Setting the Clock for Systems with SET Button 3 6 Setting the Clock for Systems with HR and MN Buttons 3 7 AM FM Stereo 3 9 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player If Equipped 3 12 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 16 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 20 Remote Cassette Tape Player If Equipped 3 22 ...

Page 131: ... air Mode Knob The right knob on the control panel allows you to choose the direction of air delivery OFF This setting turns the system off Some outside air will still enter the vehicle whenever the vehicle is moving forward VENT This setting directs most of the air through the instrument panel outlets and a small amount through the floor outlets BI LEVEL Air is delivered through the heater floor ...

Page 132: ...side air will still enter the vehicle whenever the vehicle is moving forward MAX A C This setting provides maximum cooling with the least amount of work MAX A C recirculates much of the air inside your vehicle so it cools quickly This setting directs most of the air through the instrument panel vents and a small amount through the floor vents A C This setting cools the air entering your vehicle an...

Page 133: ...rom entering the vehicle For normal cooling on hot days use A C with the temperature knob turned counterclockwise On cool but sunny days use BI LEVEL A C to deliver warm air to the floor and cooler air to the instrument panel outlets If you have the VORTEC 4300 V6 engine when the air conditioner is on you may sometimes notice slight changes in your vehicle s engine speed and power This is normal b...

Page 134: ...emperatures when little heating or cooling is needed use VENT to direct outside air through your vehicle Airflow is through the instrument panel outlets Your vehicle s ventilation system supplies outside air to the inside of your vehicle when it is moving When the vehicle is not moving you can get outside air to flow through by selecting any mode and any fan speed You will find air outlets in the ...

Page 135: ...You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all its controls to be sure you re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it Setting the Clock for Systems with SET Button Press SET Within five seconds press and hold the SEEK right arrow until the correct minute appears on the display...

Page 136: ... 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 137: ... 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 trebl...

Page 138: ...ower 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 sel...

Page 139: ...tations The system will scan through and play each preset station stored on your pushbuttons for a few seconds Press either SEEK button or RECALL to stop scanning through the preset stations 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 treble If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble ...

Page 140: ... 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 possible to use a porta...

Page 141: ... level Turn the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the SCV Then as you drive SCV automatically increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any particular speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive If you don t want to use SCV turn the control all the way down Each notch on the control ring allows for more volume compensation at faster veh...

Page 142: ...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 preset 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 143: ...eakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player To load a cassette tape with the ignition off press EJECT o...

Page 144: ... 6 Press this button to rapidly forward the tape to the end of the cassette or until you press FWD again The radio will play the last selected station while forwarding the tape The tape direction arrow will blink during the forward operation AM FM Press this button to switch from a tape to the radio TAPE AUX Press this button to return to the tape player when playing the radio The lighted arrow wi...

Page 145: ... the feature is active 4 Insert the adapter 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 Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped Playing the Radio PWR VOL Press this knob to turn the system on and off To increase volume turn this knob clockwise Turn it counterclockwise to dec...

Page 146: ...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 147: ...isplay will go blank If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them AUTO TONE Press this button to select among the six preset equalization settings and tailor the sound to the music or voice being heard Each time you press the button the selection will switch to one of the preset settings of CLASSIC NE...

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

Page 149: ...g in the opening for more than a few seconds the player will pull the CD back in The radio will continue playing When the ignition is off press this button to load a CD Remote Cassette Tape Player If Equipped If you have an AM FM Stereo Audio Compact Disc Automatic Tone Control System that includes a remote cassette player the cassette player is located in the center of the instrument panel Your t...

Page 150: ...dio plays the last selected station during REV 5 Press this pushbutton to turn Dolby on and off Dolby is active when a tape is inserted in the remote cassette The double D symbol will appear on the display Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation FWD 6...

Page 151: ...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 152: ...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 153: ...to higher volumes of sound Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage D Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting D Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound equipmen...

Page 154: ...vement in sound quality clean the tape player The recommended cleaning method for your cassette tape player is the use of a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealership GM Part No 12344789 When using a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette...

Page 155: ...lay to show the indicator was reset Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust If the surface of a disc is soiled dampen ...

Page 156: ...cle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Steering 4 11 Off Road Recovery 4 11 Passing 4 13 Loss of Control 4 14 Off Road Driving with Your Four Wheel Drive Vehicle 4 26 Driving at Night 4 28 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 31 City Driving 4 32 Freeway Driving 4 33 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 34 Highway Hypnosis 4 34 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 36 Winter Driving 4 39 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 40 Loading Your V...

Page 157: ...eventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call ...

Page 158: ... alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the pr...

Page 159: ...me other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the driving sk...

Page 160: ...l in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking CAUTION Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and j...

Page 161: ...g up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km h travels 66 feet...

Page 162: ...mp your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brakes ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braki...

Page 163: ...eels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed ...

Page 164: ...ort Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here s why Experienced driver or beginner each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you tu...

Page 165: ... stops right in front of you You can avoid these problems by braking if you can stop in time But sometimes you can t there isn t room That s the time for evasive action steering around the problem Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible col...

Page 166: ...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 167: ...re 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 its f...

Page 168: ...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 169: ...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 170: ...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 171: ... 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 172: ...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 173: ...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 174: ...e 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 175: ...r 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 when going up a hill D Never attempt to prevent a stall by shifting into NEUTRAL N or depressing the clutch if you have a manual transmission to rev up the engine and regain fo...

Page 176: ...rol at all times CAUTION Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakes to overheat and fade This could cause loss of control and a serious accident Apply the brakes lightly when descending a hill and use a low gear to keep vehicle speed under control Q Are there some things I should not do when driving down a hill A Yes These are important because if you ignore them you could lose con...

Page 177: ... will probably go across the incline of a hill If this happens you have to decide whether to try to drive across the incline Here are some things to consider D A hill that can be driven straight up or down may be too steep to drive across When you go straight up or down a hill the length of the wheel base the distance from the front wheels to the rear wheels reduces the likelihood the vehicle will...

Page 178: ...t because the trail goes across the incline doesn t mean you have to drive it The last vehicle to try it might have rolled over CAUTION Driving across an incline that s too steep will make your vehicle roll over You could be seriously injured or killed If you have any doubt about the steepness of the incline don t drive across it Find another route instead Q What if I m driving across an incline t...

Page 179: ...e and stay well clear of the rollover path Driving in Mud Sand Snow or Ice When you drive in mud snow or sand your wheels won t get good traction You can t accelerate as quickly turning is more difficult and you ll need longer braking distances It s best to use a low gear when you re in mud the deeper the mud the lower the gear In really deep mud the idea is to keep your vehicle moving so you don ...

Page 180: ...hrough it If it s deep enough to cover your wheel hubs axles or exhaust pipe don t try it you probably won t get through Also water that deep can damage your axle and other vehicle parts If the water isn t too deep then drive through it slowly At fast speeds water splashes on your ignition system and your vehicle can stall Stalling can also occur if you get your tailpipe under water And as long as...

Page 181: ...eering suspension wheels tires and exhaust system for damage Also check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage Your vehicle will require more frequent service due to off road use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for additional information Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs with ...

Page 182: ...ps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps Keep your...

Page 183: ...et wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It s wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank fil...

Page 184: ...brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you re going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road Hydroplaning doesn t happen often But it can if your tires do not have much t...

Page 185: ...s strong forces If you try to drive through flowing water as you might at a low water crossing your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle If this 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 ...

Page 186: ...a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip D Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving D Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start t...

Page 187: ...e into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it s slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use your t...

Page 188: ...have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip D Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside D Wiper Blades Are they in good shape D Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Have y...

Page 189: ...s First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips D Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior D Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently D If you get sleepy pull off the road into a rest service or parking area and take a nap get some exercise or both For safety treat drowsiness on the h...

Page 190: ...he work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill D Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission and you can climb the hill better D Stay in y...

Page 191: ... 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 192: ...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 193: ...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 194: ...dlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold But do it as little as possible Preserve the fuel as long as you can To help keep warm you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until...

Page 195: ...en you reach your destination See Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index Be sure to use the proper towing equipment designed for recreational vehicle towing Follow the instructions for the towing equipment Loading Your Vehicle The Certification Tire label is found on the driver s door edge above the door latch The label shows the size of your original tires and the inflation pressures needed to o...

Page 196: ...in the bed of your truck could shift forward and come into the passenger area injuring you and others If you put things in the bed of your truck you should make sure they are properly secured CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause y...

Page 197: ...m payload should not exceed 1000 lbs 454 kg Be sure to include the weight of the occupants as part of your load If you added any accessories or equipment after your vehicle left the factory remember to subtract the weight of these things from the payload Your dealer can help you with this 2 Tiered Loading By positioning four 2 x 6 wooden planks across the width of the pickup box you can create an ...

Page 198: ...h of a load your vehicle can carry and how to correctly spread out your load Also it will help you match the right slide in camper to your vehicle When the truck is used to carry a slide in camper the total cargo load of the truck consists of the manufacturer s camper weight figure the weight of installed additional camper equipment not included in the manufacturer s camper weight figure the weigh...

Page 199: ...where the mass of a body is concentrated and if suspended at that point would balance the front and rear Here is an example of proper truck and camper match A Camper Center of Gravity B Recommended Center of Gravity Location Zone The camper s center of gravity should fall within the center of gravity zone for your vehicle s cargo load Campers can only be installed in a long box pickup Check your T...

Page 200: ...ring all weights below the ratings If you want more information on curb weights cargo weights cargo weight rating and the correct center of gravity zone for your vehicle your dealer can help you Just ask for a copy of Consumer Information Truck Camper Loading Trailer Recommendations You must subtract your hitch load from the CWR for your vehicle Weigh your vehicle with your trailer attached so tha...

Page 201: ...ealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle Your vehicle may be able to tow a trailer To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section If yours was built with trailering options as many are it s ready for heavier trailers But trailering is different than just...

Page 202: ...t you tow a trailer don t drive over 50 mph 80 km h and don t make starts at full throttle This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads D If you have an automatic transmission you can use THIRD 3 or as you need to a lower gear when towing a trailer Operating your vehicle in THIRD 3 when towing a trailer will minimize heat buildup and extend the life of your t...

Page 203: ...tification Label in the Index If your vehicle is equipped with a code 5 engine you must use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher when towing Optional body styles equipment passengers or cargo will reduce trailer rating 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 ad...

Page 204: ...ailer 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 items around...

Page 205: ...ose out panel will not support a hitch Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer For trailers up to 3 500...

Page 206: ...lways keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself Before you start check the trailer hitch and platform and attachments safety chains electrical connector lamps tires and mirror adjustment If the trailer has electric brakes start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand ...

Page 207: ...ur instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change Properly hooked up the trailer lamps will also flash telling other drivers you re about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signalwhentheyarenot It simpo...

Page 208: ... Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill here s how to do it 1 Apply your regular brakes but don t shift into PARK P yet or into gear for a manual transmission When ...

Page 209: ...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 210: ...n the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 7 Towing Your Vehicle 5 8 Engine Overheating 5 9 Cooling System 5 18 Engine Fan Noise 5 18 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 19 Changing a Flat Tire 5 30 Compact Spare Tire If Equipped 5 31 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Page 211: ...ar turn signal lamps flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flashers press the button until the first click and release When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work The flashers will stop if you step on the brake Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set...

Page 212: ... 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 213: ...mps that aren t needed as well as radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries In addition it could save your radio 4 Open the hoods and locate the batteries Find the positive and negative terminals on each battery CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light B...

Page 214: ...tive and negative will go to an unpainted metal engine part Don t connect positive to negative or you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too 6 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery 7 Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery 8 Now connect the black negative cable...

Page 215: ...g back to the battery is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for awhile 11 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries make sure all connections are good If it still won t start it probably needs service CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine...

Page 216: ...tial that the correct towing equipment is used to tow a vehicle Your vehicle can be towed with wheel lift or car carrier equipment Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission must be placed on a towing dolly when towed from the front Two wheel drive vehicles must abide by the following tow limits when being towed by wheel lift equipment D Towing from the front 35 mph 55 km h 50 miles 80 km D Towi...

Page 217: ...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 218: ...he window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D or THIRD 3 for automatic transmissions If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle righ...

Page 219: ...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 220: ...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 221: ...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 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 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 wa...

Page 222: ...ine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the ADD mark start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there s one more thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it ...

Page 223: ...hey are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap ...

Page 224: ...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 225: ...ure up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the ADD mark 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off ...

Page 226: ...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 227: ... 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 228: ...2 Put an automatic transmission shift lever in PARK P or shift a manual transmission to FIRST 1 or REVERSE R 3 Turn off the engine 4 Put the wheel blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle at the opposite end The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire Removing the Spare Tire...

Page 229: ...neath the rear of your vehicle See Compact Spare Tire later in this section for more information about the compact spare NOTICE Never remove or store a tire from to a storage position under the vehicle while the vehicle is supported by a jack Always tighten the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle when storing it Insert the chisel end of the wheel wrench on an angle into the hole in the...

Page 230: ...pletely lowered tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening Pull the tire out from under the vehicle NOTICE To help avoid vehicle damage do not drive the vehicle before the cable is restored Put the spare tire near the flat tire The tools you ll be using include the jack A and wheel wrench B Your vehicle may also have an optional hub cap removal tool ...

Page 231: ...into them The wheel wrench won t fit these imitation nuts so don t try to remove them with the socket end of the wheel wrench If you have individual wheel nut caps that cover each nut they must be removed in order to get to the wheel nuts Use the socket end of the wheel wrench to remove the wheel nut caps Your wheel nut caps may attach your hub cap to the wheel Remove these wheel nut caps before y...

Page 232: ...wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 2 Turn the jack handle clockwise slightly to raise the jack lift head 3 Fit the jack into the appropriate hole nearest the flat tire A Front Frame Hole B Rear Frame Hole ZR2 C Spring Hanger Hole Standard Pickups ...

Page 233: ...e with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 4 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit 5 Remove all the wheel...

Page 234: ...y rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 7 Place the spare on the wheel ...

Page 235: ...b If a nut can t be turned by hand use the wheel wrench and see your dealer as soon as possible 9 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 10 Use the wrench to tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown ...

Page 236: ...an lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all the...

Page 237: ...iner through the wheel 2 Put the chisel end of the wheel wrench on an angle through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft 3 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 ...

Page 238: ...ighten the cable Return the jack wheel wrench and wheel blocks to the proper location behind the seat Secure the items A Wheel Wrench B Bracket C Jacking Instructions Roll and place tag behind the bracket after the tools are installed D Bolt Location E Wheel Blocks F Nut G Rubber Band H Jack Position Replace the jack cover if you have one ...

Page 239: ...The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph 105 km h for distances up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and have your full size tire repaired or replaced where you want Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again NOTICE When the compact spare is i...

Page 240: ...hod known as rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others 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...

Page 241: ...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 242: ...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 243: ...Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 19 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 23 Manual Transmission Fluid 6 24 Hydraulic Clutch 6 24 Rear Axle 6 25 Four Wheel Drive 6 27 Engine Coolant 6 30 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 30 Power Steering Fluid 6 31 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 32 Brakes 6 36 Battery 6 37 Bulb Replacement 6 43 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 45 Tires 6 53 Appearance Care 6 54 Cleaning the Inside of Y...

Page 244: ...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 245: ...r vehicle Fuel Gasoline The 8th digit of your vehicle identification number VIN shows the code letter for your engine You will find the VIN at the top left of your instrument panel See Vehicle Identification Number in the Index If you have the 2200 L4 Code 5 engine you may use either regular unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel up to 85 E 85 also see Fuel 85 Ethanol E 85 following If you have the 220...

Page 246: ...authorized GM dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure In the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type of fuels used repairs may not be covered by your warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask your service station operator whether o...

Page 247: ...ethanol fuel E 85 Most service stations will not have an 85 ethanol fuel E 85 pump available Those stations that do have E 85 should have a label indicating minimum ethanol content Do not use the fuel if the minimum ethanol content is greater than 85 Your vehicle may not operate properly if the ethanol content is greater than 85 At a minimum E 85 should meet ASTM D 5798 specifications To insure qu...

Page 248: ...uel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may be hard to find Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn t be covered ...

Page 249: ...flammable It burns violently and that can cause very bad injuries Don t smoke if you re near fuel or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel The fuel cap is behind a hinged door on the driver s side of your vehicle ...

Page 250: ...es it you could be badly burned Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill fuel Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of You...

Page 251: ...k and emissions system may be damaged See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others D Dispense gasoline only into ...

Page 252: ...indshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine To open the hood first pull the handle inside the vehicle on the lower left side of the instrument panel Lift the hood release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood ...

Page 253: ...00 L4 engine A Battery B Coolant Recovery Tank C Automatic Transmission Dipstick D Engine Oil Fill Cap and Dipstick E Power Steering Reservoir F Brake Master Cylinder G Engine Air Cleaner Filter H Engine Compartment Fuse Block I Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir ...

Page 254: ...300 V6 engine A Battery B Coolant Recovery Tank C Engine Oil Dipstick D Engine Oil Fill E Automatic Transmission Dipstick F Power Steering Reservoir G Brake Master Cylinder H Engine Air Cleaner Filter I Engine Compartment Fuse Block J Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir ...

Page 255: ...5 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 on the VORTEC 4300 V6 engine is a yellow ring The oil dipstick on the 2200 L4 engine is under the fill cap Turn off the engine and give the oil sever...

Page 256: ...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 257: ...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 258: ...ll provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low 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 ...

Page 259: ... it is securely closed when you are finished What to Do with Used Oil Did you know that used engine oil contains 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 manufa...

Page 260: ...teners that hold the cover on 2 Remove the cover and lift out the air filter 3 Insert a new air filter then replace the air cleaner cover 4 Tighten the fasteners to hold the cover in place Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index ...

Page 261: ...eaner filter in place when you re driving Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter every 15 000 miles 25 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions D In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F ...

Page 262: ...y in hot weather D While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180_F to 200_F 82_C to 93_C Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50_F 10_C If it s colder than 50_F 10_C drive the vehicle in THIRD 3 until the engine temperature gage moves and then remains steady for 10 minutes T...

Page 263: ...ar range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P D Let the engine run at idle for three minutes or more Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps 1 The transmission dipstick is located near the center of the engine compartment Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in a...

Page 264: ... checking the transmission fluid while it is hot A cold check is used only as a reference If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Don t overfill NOTICE We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRONR III because fluid with that label is made especially for your ...

Page 265: ...our transmission Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts starting a fire Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transmission fluid Check the fluid level only when your engine is off the vehicleis parked on a level place and the transmissionis cool enough for you to rest your fingers on the transmission case Then fol...

Page 266: ...re is a leak in the system Adding fluid won t correct a leak A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired When to Check and What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should check the fluid level in your clutch master cylinder reservoir and for the proper fluid See Owner Checks and Services and Recommended Fluids and Lubr...

Page 267: ...nce Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Four Wheel Drive Most lubricant checks in this section also apply to four wheel drive vehicles However they have two additional systems that need lubrication Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant See Periodic Main...

Page 268: ...se Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plu...

Page 269: ...ains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating in the Index A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant will D Give freezing protection down to 34_F 37_C D Give boiling protection up to 265_F 129_C D Protect against rust and corrosion D Help keep the proper engine temperature D Let the warning l...

Page 270: ...engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the e...

Page 271: ...nd scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank but be careful not to spill it CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol ...

Page 272: ...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 273: ...y enough fluid to bring the level up to the proper 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 yo...

Page 274: ...if it is completely full D Don t use engine coolant antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is 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 lining w...

Page 275: ... 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 276: ... 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 brake fluid on your vehicle s painted surfaces the paint finish can be damaged Be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle If you do wash it off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake W...

Page 277: ...t if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake linings inspected immediately Also the rear brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed for rotation or changing When you have the front brake pads replaced have the rear brakes inspected too Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets See Brake System Inspection in Section 7 of this...

Page 278: ...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 279: ... 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 280: ...p 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 lens assembly out ...

Page 281: ...n 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 counterclockwise 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 twist it clockwise un...

Page 282: ...ng out 3 Unplug the electrical connector 4 Turn the harness bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it Pull the bulb straight out to remove it from the socket 5 Push the new bulb into the socket until it snaps into place 6 Put the socket into the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight 7 To replace the assembly snap the outboard end of the lamp assembly back into the vehicle Then swin...

Page 283: ...nstall a new bulb 5 Replace the lens Install and tighten the screws If equipment such as a cap or camper is installed on your vehicle a center high mounted stoplamp feed wire is provided along the driver s side rear frame This wire should be used to install a center high mounted stoplamp in the cap or camper ...

Page 284: ... the pickup side panel 4 Turn the socket counterclockwise to remove it Push the tab in while you turn the socket 5 Pull the bulb out 6 Push the new bulb into the socket 7 Put the socket into the assembly and turn the socket clockwise until it locks in place 8 Replace the assembly Install and tighten the screws 9 Close the tailgate ...

Page 285: ...on NOTICE Use care when removing or installing a blade assembly Accidental bumping can cause the arm to fall back and strike the windshield 1 To remove the old wiper blades lift the wiper arm until it locks into a vertical position A Blade Assembly B Arm Assembly C Locking Tab D Blade Pivot E Hook Slot F Arm Hook 2 Press down on the blade assembly pivot locking tab Pull down on the blade assembly ...

Page 286: ...ert all the way through the blade claws at the opposite end B The plastic caps C will be forced off as the insert is fully inserted 5 Be sure that the notches are locked by the bottom claws Make sure that all other claws are properly locked on both sides of the insert slots A Claw in Notch B Correct Installation C Incorrect Installation 6 Put the blade assembly pivot in the wiper arm hook Pull up ...

Page 287: ... serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold D Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a su...

Page 288: ...ad wear D Bad handling D Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following D Unusual wear D Bad handling D Rough ride D Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Also check the tire pressure of the spare tire If you have a compact spare tire it should be at 60 psi 420 kPa How to Che...

Page 289: ... to tighten the cable See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools in the Index The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals When rotating your tires always use one of the correct rotation patterns shown here If your vehicle has a c...

Page 290: ...ire in the Index When It s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true D You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire D You can see cord or fabric showing through the ti...

Page 291: ...those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and you could have a crash Using tires of different sizes m...

Page 292: ...afety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performan...

Page 293: ...alance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed However if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other the alignment may need to be reset If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road your...

Page 294: ... vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index for more information Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous You can t know how it s been used or how far it s been driven It could fail suddenly and cause an accident If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel ...

Page 295: ...s instructions If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow down until it stops Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle Appearance Care Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle Some are dange...

Page 296: ... read the instructions on the cleaner label D Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set D Carefully scrape off any excess stain D Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn D If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner on Fabric 1 Vacuum...

Page 297: ... water and allow to dry completely 3 If a stain remains follow instructions for Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth D Rub with a clean damp cloth to remove dirt You may have to do it more than once D Things like tar asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don t get them off quickly Use a clean cloth and a vinyl leather cleaner See your dealer for this p...

Page 298: ...emove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Don t use abrasive cleaners on glass because they may cause scratches Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window since they may have to be scraped off later Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer o...

Page 299: ...Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Don t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface or they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your ve...

Page 300: ...m Wheels If Equipped Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth 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 b...

Page 301: ...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 being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you ...

Page 302: ...plastic rubber and vinyl 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Interior Clean er 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 303: ...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 304: ...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 is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or goes away Fuses and Circuit Breaker...

Page 305: ...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 clockwise Fuse Circuit Breaker Usage A Not Used B Not Used 1 Not Used 2 Cigarette Lighter Data Link Connector Continued ...

Page 306: ...Headlamp Relay 8 Courtesy Lamps Inadvertent Power Relay 9 HVAC Control Head 10 Turn Signal 11 Instrument Panel Cluster Engine Controls 12 Interior Illumination Fuse Circuit Breaker Usage 13 Auxiliary Power 14 Power Locks 15 4WD Switch Engine Control VCM PCM Transmission 16 Supplemental Inflatable Restraint 17 Front Wiper 18 Not Used 19 Radio Battery 20 Not Used 21 HVAC I HVAC Control Head HVAC Dev...

Page 307: ... Remove the cover by turning the fastener counterclockwise To reinstall the fuse panel cover push in and turn the fastener clockwise Name Usage TRL TRN Not Used TRR TRN Not Used TRL B U Not Used VEH B U Vehicle Back Up Lamps RT TURN Right Turn Signal Front LT TURN Left Turn Signal Front HDLP W W Not Used Continued ...

Page 308: ...p Lamps A C Air Conditioning W W PMP Not Used HORN Horn IGN B Column Feed IGN 2 3 4 RAP Retained Accessory Power LD LEV Not Used Name Usage OXYSEN Oxygen Sensor IGN E Engine MIR LKS Mirrors Door Locks FOG LP Fog Lamps IGN A Starting and Charging IGN 1 STUD 2 Accessory Feeds Electric Brake PARKLP Parking Lamps LR PRK Left Rear Parking Lamps IGN C Starter Solenoid Fuel Pump PRNDL HTDSEAT Not Used HV...

Page 309: ...s and Lubricants in the index for more information See refrigerant change label under the hood for charge capacity information and requirements Engine 2200 L4 VORTEC 4300 V6 VORTEC 4300 V6 Type L4 V6 V6 VIN Code 4 5 X W Firing Order 1 3 4 2 1 6 5 4 3 2 1 6 5 4 3 2 Horsepower T Series N A 180 at 4 400 rpm 190 at 4 400 rpm Horsepower S Series 120 at 5 000 rpm 175 at 4 400 rpm 180 at 4 400 rpm Thermo...

Page 310: ...C 4300 V6 Auto 11 7 quarts 11 1 L VORTEC 4300 V6 Manual 11 9 quarts 11 3 L Crankcase Capacity Engine Quantity with Filter 2200 L4 4 5 quarts 4 3 L VORTEC 4300 V6 4 5 quarts 4 3 L Automatic Transmission Capacity Type Quantity Drain and Refill 4L60E 5 0 quarts 4 7 L After refill the level must be checked Differential Fluid Axle Quantity Rear 4 0 pints 1 9 L Front 2 6 pints 1 2 L Fuel Tank Capacity T...

Page 311: ...t the same as the part used in your vehicle when it was built or if you have any questions please contact your GM dealer Engine 2200 L4 VORTEC 4300 V6 Thermostat 24577299 12559051 Oil Filter PF47 PF52 Air Cleaner Filter A1163C A1163C PCV Valve N A CV769C Automatic Transmission Filter Kit 24200796 24200796 Spark Plugs 41 948 41 932 Fuel Filter GF481 GF481 Windshield Wiper Blades Trico 20 inches 51 ...

Page 312: ... 7 cm 2WD Ext Cab 62 2 inches 158 0 cm 4WD Reg Cab Short Box 63 8 inches 162 1 cm 4WD Reg Cab Long Box 65 4 inches 166 1 cm 4WD Extended Cab 63 8 inches 162 1 cm Width 67 9 inches 172 5 cm Front Tread 2WD 0 0 Wheel Offset 54 5 inches 138 4 cm 6 4 Wheel Offset 55 0 inches 139 6 cm 4WD 15 inch Tires 57 3 inches 145 4 cm 31 x 10 5 Tires 61 2 inches 155 4 cm Rear Tread 2WD 54 7 inches 138 8 cm 4WD 15 ...

Page 313: ...le needs these services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 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 314: ...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 315: ...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 316: ...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 317: ...e 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 occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Tire Rotation Every 15 ...

Page 318: ...e 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 Do not use this schedule if you have the 2200 L4 Code 5 flexi...

Page 319: ...nly or at each brake relining whichever occurs first Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transmission Service normal conditions Long Trip Highway Intervals Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Every 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Fuel Filter Replacement 2200 Code 5 L4 engine only Every 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Spark Plug Wire Inspection Spark Plug Replacement 4 3L V6 En...

Page 320: ...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 321: ...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 322: ... 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 323: ...tant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Change 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 ...

Page 324: ... 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 325: ... 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 326: ...ine Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Replace engine 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 to...

Page 327: ... 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 328: ... 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 329: ... each brake relining whichever occurs first j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your veh...

Page 330: ...ee 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 filter Manual transmission fluid doesn t require change 51 000 Miles 85 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate...

Page 331: ... for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 57 000 Miles 95 000 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 332: ...rake relining whichever occurs first j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle un...

Page 333: ...rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 66 000 Miles 110 000 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 co...

Page 334: ... for leaking See footnote 72 000 Miles 120 000 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 335: ...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 Inspect engine air cleaner filter if ...

Page 336: ... for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 81 000 Miles 135 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level ...

Page 337: ... for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 87 000 Miles 145 000 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 338: ...and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or de...

Page 339: ...rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 96 000 Miles 160 000 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 co...

Page 340: ...seals for leaking See footnote 100 000 Miles 166 000 km j Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service j Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter Manual transmission fluid doesn t require change j 4 3L V...

Page 341: ...l 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 cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service ACTUAL SERVICED BY MILEAGE DATE ...

Page 342: ...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 343: ...dditional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Change automatic trans...

Page 344: ...rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j ...

Page 345: ...ission 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 every ...

Page 346: ...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 347: ...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 348: ... Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses s...

Page 349: ... air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service 67 500 Miles 112 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate t...

Page 350: ...utomatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid an...

Page 351: ... 150 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel b...

Page 352: ...tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 97 500 Miles 162 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check con...

Page 353: ...fluid and filter Manual transmission fluid doesn t require change j 4 3L V6 Engine Only Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve An Emission Control Service 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck ...

Page 354: ...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 355: ...ning in the Index Spare Tire Check At least twice a year after the monthly inflation check of the spare tire determines that the spare is inflated to the correct tire inflation pressure make sure that the spare 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 Weatherstri...

Page 356: ...ar Tailgate Lubrication Service Lubricate tailgate latch bolt handle assembly pivot points and hinges with lubricant recommended in Part D At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all body door and fuel door hinges latches and locks including the glove box console doors the body hood s...

Page 357: ...halfway and try to start the engine The starter should work only when the clutch is pushed down all the way to the floor If the starter works when the clutch isn t pushed all the way down your vehicle needs service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps b...

Page 358: ...oom in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular ...

Page 359: ... 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 360: ...check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation More frequent lubrication may be required on off road use Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Also in...

Page 361: ...clean drinkable water 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 1234...

Page 362: ...requirements of NLGI 2 Category GC or GC LB GM Part No 1051344 or equivalent USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Front and Rear Axle Standard Differential SAE 80W 90 Axle Lubricant GM Part No 1052271 or equivalent Rear Axle Locking Differential Axle Lubricant use only GM Part No 1052271 Do not add friction modifier Automatic Transfer Case AUTO TRAK II Fluid GM Part No 12378508 Transfer Case Shift Lever Chassis ...

Page 363: ...sol GM Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood and Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Fuel Filler Door and Rear Folding Seat Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Tailgate Handle Pivot Points Hinges Latch Bolt and Linkage Multi Purpose Lubr...

Page 364: ...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 365: ...7 53 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 366: ...7 54 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 367: ...7 55 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 368: ...7 56 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 369: ...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 370: ...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 371: ...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 372: ... 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 373: ...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 374: ... 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 375: ... 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 376: ...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 377: ...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 378: ...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 379: ... 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 380: ...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 381: ...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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