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Making Turns

NOTICE:

Making very sharp turns while trailering could
cause the trailer to come in contact with the
vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid
making very sharp turns while trailering.

When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider turns than
normal. Do this so your trailer won’t strike soft shoulders,
curbs, road signs, trees or other objects. Avoid jerky or
sudden maneuvers. Signal well in advance.

Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer

The arrows on your instrument panel will flash
whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly
hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other
drivers you’re about to turn, change lanes or stop.

When towing a trailer, the arrows on your instrument
panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer
are burned out. Thus, you may think drivers behind 
you are seeing your signal when they are not. It’s
important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer
bulbs are still working.

Driving On Grades

Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start
down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift
down, you might have to use your brakes so much that
they would get hot and no longer work well.

You can tow in DRIVE (D). You may want to shift the
transmission to THIRD (3) or, if necessary, a lower gear
selection if the transmission shifts too often (e.g., under
heavy loads and/or hilly conditions).

You may also want to activate the tow/haul mode if the
transmission shifts too often. See “Tow/Haul Mode” in
the Index.

When towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades,
consider the following: Engine coolant will boil at a
lower temperature than at normal altitudes. If you turn
your engine off immediately after towing at high altitude
on steep uphill grades, your vehicle may show signs
similar to engine overheating. To avoid this, let the
engine run while parked (preferably on level ground)
with the automatic transmission in PARK (P) for a few
minutes before turning the engine off. If you do get 
the overheat warning, see “Engine Overheating” in 
the Index.

Summary of Contents for 2001 Denali

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Page 3: ...2001 GMC Denali Denali XL Owner s Manual Litho in U S A Part Number S2116A A First Edition Copyright General Motors Corporation 2000 All Rights Reserved i ...

Page 4: ...Wipers Cruise Control Exterior and Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Convenience Net Luggage Carrier Accessory Power Outlets OnStar System If Equipped Sunroof If Equipped HomeLink Transmitter Instrument Panel Warning Lights and Gages Seats and Seat Controls Safety Belts Air Bag Systems Restraint Systems for Children Section 1 Section 2 Seats and Restraint Systems Features and Controls ...

Page 5: ...of a Vehicle Braking Steering Driving Tips for Various Road Conditions Off Road Driving Recreational Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio Cassette Player CD Player Radio Theft Deterrent Feature Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Changing a Flat Tire If You re Stuck Problems on the R...

Page 6: ...t Tires and Wheels Appearance Care Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers Capacities and Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Table of Contents cont d Maintenance Schedule Service and Appearance Care Section 7 Section 6 Scheduled Maintenance Owner Checks and Services Periodic Maintenance Inspections Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records ...

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: ...me General 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...

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: ...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 PRESSURE...

Page 12: ...x Model Reference This manual covers these models Denali Denali XL ...

Page 13: ...ystem See Section 5 Spare Tire Pressure See Section 6 Tire Pressure See Section 6 Fuel Use unleaded only See Section 6 for octane ratings Oil Viscosity Engine Oil See Section 6 Engine Oil Dipstick See Section 6 Hood Release See Section 6 Windshield Washer Fluid See Section 6 Battery See Section 6 ...

Page 14: ...tions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 28 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 29 Driver Position 1 35 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 36 Right Front Passenger Position 1 36 Air Bag Systems 1 45 Rear Seat Passengers 1 48 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 1 52 Center Passenger Position 1 53 Children 1 57 Restraint Systems for Children 1 71 Older Chi...

Page 15: ...seats with the horizontal control located on the outboard edge of each front seat Raise or lower the front of the seat by raising or lowering the forward edge of the control Raise or lower the rear of the seat by raising or lowering the rear edge of the control Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the whole control toward the front or toward the rear of the vehicle Moving the whole control ...

Page 16: ...the desired level of support Memory Seat The controls for the memory seat are located on the driver s door trim panel The memory function can recall preset positions for the driver s seat cushion and the recliner The memory function does not store the lumbar or back support positions To set your memory seat do the following 1 Adjust the driver s seat to the desired position 2 Press the SET button ...

Page 17: ...nate for each heat setting anytime the heated seats are operating The heated front seats will be canceled after the ignition is turned to OFF If you still want to use the heated front seat feature after you restart your vehicle you will need to press the heated seat button again You vehicle also has rear heated seats See the section on Rear Heated Seats later in this section for more information R...

Page 18: ...e this The shoulder belt can t do its job 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 upright Then sit well back in the sea...

Page 19: ...hicle are adjustable They work the same as the front seat head restraints Rear Seats 60 40 Split Bench Seat Second Row If your vehicle has a 60 40 split bench the seatbacks can be reclined and the seats can be folded to give you more cargo space Reclining the 60 40 Split Bench Seatbacks To recline the seatback do the following 1 Pull the lever located at the base of the seat cushion forward 2 Rele...

Page 20: ... the following 1 Insert the two safety belt buckles into the pocket in the seatback before folding the rear seat on the driver s side That way the buckles will be out of the way when the seat is folded and will be available for passengers to use when the seat is returned to the passenger position Also make sure that nothing is under or in front of the seat 2 Make sure the seatback is in an upright...

Page 21: ... the front seat forward and or bringing the front seatback more upright Once the seatbacks are folded down on Denali XL models only the rear seat footwell area will be exposed and will have to be covered by the load floor panel s To create a load floor do the following 1 Release the panels from the seatbacks by pushing forward on the latches 2 Then fold the panels back to cover the rear seat footw...

Page 22: ...nts to the upright position 6 Check to see that the safety belt buckles on the driver s side seatback are accessible to the outboard and center occupants and are not under the seat cushions Bucket Seats Second Row If your vehicle has bucket seats the seatbacks can be reclined and and the seats can be folded to give you more cargo room Reclining the Bucket Seats To recline the seatback do the follo...

Page 23: ...lt them forward To fold the seatbacks on the bucket seats do the following 1 Pull up on the strap loop located at the rear of the seat cushion and pull the seat cushion up Then fold it forward 2 Push the seatback release lever rearward and pull the seatback forward Then fold it down until it is flat If the seatback cannot fold flat because it interferes with the cushion try moving the front seat f...

Page 24: ... back to cover the rear seat footwell area Returning the Seats to an Upright Position To return the seat to the upright position do the following 1 Lift the seatback up and push it rearward all the way 2 Lower the seat cushion until it latches into position 3 Lift the load floor panels and latch them into the seatback 4 Pull forward on the seatback and up on the seat cushion to make sure the seat ...

Page 25: ... following 1 Pull up on the release lever labeled 1 located on the rear of the seatback and push the seatback forward 2 To return the seat to the passenger position pull up on the release lever labeled 1 and then pull up on the seatback or the assist strap located on the outboard side of the seat until the seatback locks into the upright position Push forward on the seatback to make sure it is loc...

Page 26: ... able to unlatch the seat from the floor unless the seatback is folded down The seat will now remain locked in the upright position Returning the Seat s to an Upright Position To return the seatback to an upright position do the following 1 Pull the lever labeled 3 toward you 2 While still holding the lever 3 toward you grasp the top of the seat and pull it toward you slightly 3 Let go of lever 3 ...

Page 27: ...board side of the seat until the seatback locks into the upright position Removing the 50 50 Split Bench Seat To remove the 50 50 split bench seat do the following 1 Open the liftgate 2 Fold the seatback forward onto the seat cushion by using the lever labeled 1 The seat cannot be removed unless the seatback is folded ...

Page 28: ...or pull up on the release lever labeled 2 located at the rear of the seat and lift the rear of the seat up off of the floor 4 Squeeze the release handle while pulling the seat out 5 While holding the rear of the seat up roll the seat out of the vehicle ...

Page 29: ...he seatback up using the assist strap on the outboard side of the seat to return it to its upright position 3 Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place The seatback cannot be raised to the upright position unless the seat is secured to the floor Full Bench Seat Third Row If your vehicle has a full bench the seatback can be folded and the seat can be tilted or removed from the ...

Page 30: ...ion Push and pull on the seatback to check that it is locked into place Tilting the Full Bench Seat 1 Fold the seatbacks forward using the instructions listed previously 2 Unlatch the seat from the floor by pulling up on the lever labeled 2 located on the rear of the seat 3 Lift the rear of the seat up off of the floor and push it forward You will not be able to unlatch the seat from the floor unl...

Page 31: ...e to your vehicle Always be sure the support rod is properly engaged when the third row seat is folded forward Returning the Seat to an Upright Position To return the seat back to the upright position do the following 1 Pull the lever arrow on the prop rod bracket until the rod unlatches from the seat bracket 2 Place the prop rod back into the storage position 3 Pull the seat toward you using one ...

Page 32: ...d on the outboard side of the seat until the seatback locks into the upright position Removing the Bench Seat To remove the bench seat do the following 1 Open the liftgate 2 Fold the seatback forward onto the seat cushion by using the lever labeled 1 The seat cannot be removed unless the seatback is folded ...

Page 33: ... the rear of the seat up off of the floor 4 Pull on the release strap located in the lower middle of the seat to unlatch the seat from the floor and pull the seat out Use one hand to pull the release strap and the other on the handle to pull the seat out 5 While holding the rear of the seat up roll the seat out of the vehicle ...

Page 34: ...r CAUTION A seat that isn t locked into place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop People in the vehicle could be injured Be sure to lock the seat into place properly when installing it Entering or Exiting the Third Row Seats Denali To enter or exit the third row seat you must fold the seat down following the instructions given previously If you are exiting the third row seat wit...

Page 35: ...nished Pull forward and push rearward on the seat to make sure it is locked in place Heated Rear Seats Second Row The controls are located on the back of the center console The ignition must be in RUN for this feature to operate To activate the heated seats press the button once for the HI heat setting Press the button again for the LO heat setting To turn off the heated seats press the button a t...

Page 36: ... 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 of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats...

Page 37: ...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 goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just ...

Page 38: ...1 25 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop ...

Page 39: ...1 26 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel ...

Page 40: ...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 41: ...test number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see the part of ...

Page 42: ...ee how see Seats in the Index 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks 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...

Page 43: ...ash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder 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 o...

Page 44: ...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 45: ...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 46: ... 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 47: ...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 48: ...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 49: ...g Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems Your vehicle has four air bags a frontal air bag for the driver another frontal air bag for the right front passenger a side impact air bag for the driver and another side impact air bag for the right front passenger Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating frontal air bag...

Page 50: ...hes where something hits the side of your vehicle They aren t designed to inflate in frontal in rollover or in rear crashes Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there s an air bag for that person CAUTION Both frontal and side impact air bags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye If you re too close to an inflating air bag as you would be if ...

Page 51: ...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 52: ...s The driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The driver s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door ...

Page 53: ...ht not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between an occupant and an air bag and don t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering and don t let seat covers block the inflation path of a side impact air bag ...

Page 54: ...inflate in frontal or near frontal impacts rollovers or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant A side impact air bag will only deploy on the side of the vehicle that is struck 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 For frontal air bags inflation is determin...

Page 55: ...never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions for the driver s and right front passenger s frontal air bags and only in moderate to severe side collisions for the driver s and right front passenger s side impact air bags What will you see after an air bag inflates After an air bag inflates it quickly defl...

Page 56: ... manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts D Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the frontal air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air bag inflation and driver s safety belt usage at deployment The module also records speed engine rpm brake and thr...

Page 57: ...ding Equipment to Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Q If I add a push bumper or bicycle rack to the front of my vehicle will it keep the air bags from working properly A As long as the push bumper or bicycle rack is attached to your vehicle so that the vehicle s basic structure isn t changed it s not likely to keep the air bags from working properly in a crash Q Is there anything I might add to the fr...

Page 58: ...aring 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 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted...

Page 59: ... If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part ...

Page 60: ...orce at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash 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 inj...

Page 61: ...older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts Here s how to install a comfort guide and use the safety bel...

Page 62: ...ow Seat 1 For the second row remove the guide from its storage clip on the trim panel near the side of the seatback Third Row Seat For the third row remove the guide from its storage clip on the side of the seatback ...

Page 63: ...1 50 2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The guide must be on top of the belt ...

Page 64: ...ger Positions earlier in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder Third Row Seat To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides Make sure you remove the comfort guide from the belt before you fold a rear seat down ...

Page 65: ...52 Center Passenger Position Lap Belt When you sit in the center seating position you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt ...

Page 66: ...yone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither 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 Infants and Young Children Every time infants an...

Page 67: ...aby doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint ...

Page 68: ...or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide ...

Page 69: ...traint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs CAUTION Newborn infants need complete support including support for the head and n...

Page 70: ...the child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that s unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints Restraint Systems for Children An infant car bed A a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a chi...

Page 71: ...back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields ...

Page 72: ... child restraints have used the adult belt system in the vehicle To help reduce the chance of injury the child also has to be secured within the restraint The vehicle s belt system secures the add on child restraint in the vehicle and the add on child restraint s harness system holds the child in place within the restraint One system the three point harness has straps that come down over each of t...

Page 73: ...t General Motors therefore recommends that child restraints be secured in a rear seat including an infant riding in a rear facing infant seat a child riding in a forward facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat Never put a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat Here s why CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed...

Page 74: ...ve 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 Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed If you have an adjustable head r...

Page 75: ...top strap in the front seat because there s no place to anchor the top strap Denali XL Second Row Seat Bucket Seats Similar Denali XL Third Row Seat An anchor loop bracket for a top strap is located at the bottom rear of the seat cushion for each seating position in the second row and for the right outside seating position in the third row ...

Page 76: ... a top strap is located at the bottom rear of the seat cushion for each seating position in the second row Denali Second Row Seat Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child r...

Page 77: ... instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock ...

Page 78: ...find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger ...

Page 79: ... child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how ...

Page 80: ...h down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger ...

Page 81: ...ecure a rear facing child restraint in the rear seat Although a rear seat is a safer place you can secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the i...

Page 82: ... instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock ...

Page 83: ...ur knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger ...

Page 84: ...r belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat ...

Page 85: ...elt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides in the Index If the child is so small that the shoulder be...

Page 86: ...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 87: ... might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Replacing Restraint System Parts After a C...

Page 88: ...2 17 Starting Your Engine 2 19 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 20 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 23 Parking Brake 2 24 Shifting Into PARK P 2 27 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 27 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 28 Engine Exhaust 2 28 Running Your Engine While You re Parked 2 30 Locking Rear Axle 2 30 All Wheel Drive 2 30 Tilt Wheel 2 31 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 2 37 Exterior Lamps 2 40 In...

Page 89: ...icle with the windows closed is dangerous A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather ...

Page 90: ...ndow also has an express down feature that allows the window to be lowered without holding the switch Press and hold the rear of the window switch for one second to activate the express down mode The express down mode can be canceled at any time by pressing the opposite side of the switch To open the window partway lightly tap the switch until the window is at the desired position The power window...

Page 91: ...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 92: ...are tire hoist lock Your vehicle also has a key that locks and unlocks the center floor console only If you ever lose your keys your dealer will be able to assist you with obtaining replacements In an emergency contact roadside assistance See Roadside Assistance in the Index for more information ...

Page 93: ...o get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it D Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock yo...

Page 94: ...oors will lock five seconds after the cargo doors are closed The power door locks can be programmed to automatically lock and unlock depending on the settings you have chosen in the secondary information center SIC See Secondary Information Center in the Index for more information Operating the power locks may interact with the theft deterrent system See Content Theft Deterrent in the Index Lockou...

Page 95: ...You can lock and unlock your doors and liftgate from about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle Your keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditio...

Page 96: ...ssing this button once will unlock the driver s door The interior lamps will come on and the parking lamps will flash Pressing UNLOCK again within three seconds will cause the remaining doors to unlock The interior lamps will come on The vehicle s perimeter lamps headlamps parking lamps and puddle lamps will also come on if programmed in the secondary information center You can choose different fe...

Page 97: ...ou go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle any remaining transmitters must also be matched Once your dealer has 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 remote keyless entry transmitter should last about...

Page 98: ...he transmitter Resynchronization Resynchronization may be necessary due to the security method used by this system The transmitter does not send the same signal twice to the receiver The receiver will not respond to a signal that 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 vehicl...

Page 99: ...nstrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index To open from the outside insert the key into the lock and turn it counterclockwise to unlock the glass and liftgate The liftgate glass can be opened using the pushbutton on the liftgate after the doors have been unlocked This can be done by using either the power door locks or the remote keyless entry system To open the entire l...

Page 100: ...ll not stay locked This will help to keep you from locking your keys in the vehicle Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your valuables out of sight Put them in a storage area or take them with you Parking Lots Even if you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle it s still best to lock it up and take your keys But what i...

Page 101: ...und the headlamps may flash or both the headlamps and the horn will activate See Secondary Information Center in the Index for more information Remember the theft deterrent system won t activate if you lock the doors with a key or use the manual door lock It activates only if you use a power door lock switch with the door open or with the remote keyless entry transmitter You should also remember t...

Page 102: ...n authorized service center PasslockR Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock theft deterrent system Passlock is a passive theft deterrent system Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with fuel is disabled If the engine stalls and the SECURITY message flashes wait until the message st...

Page 103: ...0 miles 322 km or so During this time your new brake linings aren t yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings D Don t tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information Ignition Positions You can use your key to turn your ignition switch to five d...

Page 104: ...T E This position starts your engine Retained Accessory Power RAP The Retained Accessory Power RAP feature will allow certain features on your vehicle to continue to work up to 20 minutes after the ignition key is turned to OFF Once the key is turned to OFF these features will continue to work for up to 20 minutes or until a door is opened Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK P or NE...

Page 105: ...ere When the engine starts let go of the key Use the accelerator pedal to maintain engine speed if you have to until your engine has run for a while 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 When the engin...

Page 106: ...tlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it awa...

Page 107: ...ou remove the IGN 0 fuse from the instrument panel fuse block See Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index PARK P This position locks your rear wheels It s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can t move easily CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t...

Page 108: ...this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only CAUTION Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Don t shift out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while y...

Page 109: ...ion will drive in second gear You may use this feature for reducing the speed of the rear wheels when you are trying to start your vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces Once the vehicle is moving shift into DRIVE D FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the shift lever is put in FIRST...

Page 110: ...ed vehicle See Autoridet in the Index 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 flash A chime will activate when the parking brake is applied and the vehicle is moving at least 3 mph 5 km h for at least three seconds To release the park...

Page 111: ...irst to keep the trailer from moving Shifting Into PARK P CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can 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 tha...

Page 112: ...ft lever toward you D Move the lever up as far as it will go 3 Turn the ignition key to LOCK 4 Remove the key and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P ...

Page 113: ...ver away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transmission into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called to...

Page 114: ...s you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you want If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the key to OFF 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 3 Shift the vehicle to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want 5 Have the system fixed as soon as you can Parking Over Things That...

Page 115: ...ming into your vehicle D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and D Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not to park with the engine running But if you ever 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 earlier Caution...

Page 116: ...ling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Autoridet The Autoridetfeature provides superior vehicle ride and handling under a variety of passenger and loading conditions The system is fully automatic and uses a computer controller to continuously monitor vehicle speed wheel to body position lift dive and steering position of the vehicle The controller then sends signals to each shock absorbe...

Page 117: ...l drive but there is no separate lever or switch to engage or disengage the front axle It is fully automatic and adjusts itself as needed for road conditions Horn To sound the horn press the center pad on the steering wheel Tilt Wheel The tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you ente...

Page 118: ...hed 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 If you move the lever all the way up or down and the arrow flashes at twice ...

Page 119: ...as long as you hold the lever toward you and the high beam indicator on the instrument panel will come on Release the lever to turn the high beam headlamps off Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by turning the band with the wiper symbol on it For a single wiping cycle turn the band to MIST Hold it there until the wipers start then let go The wipers will stop after one wipe If you ...

Page 120: ...blocking your vision Rear Window Washer Wiper This knob is located on the instrument panel To turn the rear wiper on turn the knob to either 1 or 2 For long delayed wiping turn the knob to 1 For short delayed wiping turn the knob to 2 To turn the wiper off turn the knob to 0 To wash the window press the knob The rear window washer uses the same fluid bottle as the windshield washer However the rea...

Page 121: ...5 mph 40 km h If you apply your brakes the cruise control will disengage 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 tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Don t use c...

Page 122: ...tor pedal United States Canada The CRUISE light on the instrument panel will illuminate when the cruise control is engaged Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course disengages the 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...

Page 123: ...s you ll go about 1 mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going u...

Page 124: ...r Automatic Headlamp System When it is dark enough outside your automatic headlamp system will turn on your headlamps at the normal brightness 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 headlamp off delay which will keep the headlamps on for a short time after the ignition is t...

Page 125: ...isable the chime turn the thumbwheel all the way down In the automatic mode the headlamps turn off once the ignition key is in OFF Puddle Lamps Your vehicle is equipped with puddle lamps to help you see the area near the base of the front doors when it is dark out The puddle lamps will illuminate when a door is opened or when you press the UNLOCK button on the keyless entry transmitter The lamps w...

Page 126: ...ase the parking brake or shift the transmission out of PARK P This procedure applies only to vehicles first sold in the United States When necessary you may turn off the automatic headlamp system and the Daytime Running Lamps DRL feature by following these steps 1 Turn the ignition to RUN 2 Press the DOME OVERRIDE button four times within six seconds After the fourth press of the button a chime wi...

Page 127: ... lamps will go off whenever your high beam headlamps come on When the high beams go off the fog lamps will come on again The fog lamps will be cancelled after the ignition is turned off If you still want to use the fog lamps after you restart the vehicle you will need to press the fog lamp button again Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Intensity Control The instrument panel intensity control is loca...

Page 128: ...s pressed in the lamps will not come on Front Reading Lamps If Equipped If your vehicle has reading lamps press the button located next to the lamp to turn them on The lamps can be adjusted to point in the direction you want Press the button again to turn the lamp off Your vehicle may also have reading lamps in other locations To turn on or off press the button located next to the lamp The lamps a...

Page 129: ...re open To return the lamps to automatic operation press the button again and return it to the out position With the button in this position the dome lamps will come on when you open a door Battery Run Down Protection This feature shuts off the dome reading glove box 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 d...

Page 130: ...on The right side of the button labeled TEMP and located at the bottom of the mirror turns the electrochromic mirror on and off An indicator light located to the right of the TEMP button will come on when the electrochromic mirror is turned on To turn the mirror on press and hold the TEMP button for 15 seconds To turn the mirror off press and hold the TEMP button for 15 seconds The indicator light...

Page 131: ...h or less until the display reads a direction or D Drive the vehicle on your everyday routine and after several turns the compass will become calibrated and will display a direction Compass Variance The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight Under certain circumstances as duri...

Page 132: ...nds Power Outside Rearview Mirrors The control is located on the driver s door armrest Move the upper selector switch to the left or right to choose the mirror you want to adjust then press the arrows located on the lower control pad to adjust the mirror The mirrors include ground illumination lamps puddle lamps in the base of the mirror For more information on these lamps see Puddle Lamps in the ...

Page 133: ...ved 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 lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Heated Outside Rearview Mirrors The outside rearview mirrors have a defrost mode To turn on the d...

Page 134: ... the console lid open The console has a place to store compact discs and loose change The console is also equipped with an accessory power outlet See Accessory Power Outlets later in this section for more information To access the cell phone storage area press the button on the front of the console and an access lid will pop up To store a cell phone place it inside the net on the inside of the acc...

Page 135: ...e to reinstall the access door Rear Storage Compartment Your vehicle has a storage compartment located in the rear cargo area of the vehicle in the driver s side trim panel To open the Denali compartment press in on the release latch and swing the compartment door open To open the Denali XL compartment pull the latch to access the compartment Cupholders Your vehicle is equipped with cupholders for...

Page 136: ...e vehicle do the following 1 Let the shade go all the way into the holder 2 Then grasping the passenger s side shade endcap push the shade endcap toward the driver s side of the vehicle The endcap should lock in the compressed position 3 Lift the shade up on the passenger s side swing the shade rearward and take it out of the vehicle To put the shade in the vehicle do the following 1 Make sure the...

Page 137: ...u re not using it Luggage Carrier You can load things on top of your vehicle with this feature The luggage carrier has slats and siderails attached to the roof and crossrails which can be moved back and forth to help secure cargo Tie the load to the siderails or siderail supports NOTICE Loading cargo that weighs more than 200 lbs 90 6 kg on the luggage carrier may damage your vehicle When you carr...

Page 138: ...ail to the desired position balancing the force side to side Push the release handle back into the latched position and slide the crossrail back and forth slightly to be sure the latch snaps securely into place D If you need to carry long items move the crossrails as far apart as they will go Tie the load to the crossrails and the siderails or siderail supports Also tie the load to the bumpers Do ...

Page 139: ...t store papers and other things that burn in your ashtrays To remove the ashtray first locate the indent on the right side of the ashtray Then place the tip of your finger in the indent and pry the ashtray out To use the cigarette lighter push it in all the way and let go When it s ready it will pop back out by itself NOTICE Holding a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it s heating can make...

Page 140: ...electrical systems The cigarette lighter is designed to fit only in the receptacle to the right of the accessory power outlets Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible to the accessory power outlets and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on the accessory power plugs Power outlets are designed for accessor...

Page 141: ... This button will also cancel a call if one of the buttons is accidentally pressed or if the automatic redial function is activated Volume Control You can control the volume of the OnStar System using either the volume control knob on the radio or using the steering wheel controls if equipped Telltale Light This light will indicate the status of the system A solid green light will come on when you...

Page 142: ...ck of the engine on board computer An advisor can then recommend what action needs to be taken D OnStar MED NET Med Net can store your personal medical history and provide it to emergency personnel if necessary Requires activation and an additional fee D Accident Assist An advisor can provide step by step guidance following an accident D Remote Door Unlock To contact the center call 1 888 4 ONSTAR...

Page 143: ... available when the vehicle is within the operating range of a cellular provider D subject to limitations caused by atmospheric conditions such as severe weather or topographical conditions such as mountainous terrain D subject to cellular carrier equipment limitations Global positioning capabilities used to deliver OnStar service will not be available if satellite signals are obstructed OnStar wi...

Page 144: ...unroof is also equipped with a sunshade which you can pull forward to block sun rays If a hand arm or other object is blocking the sunroof glass panel as it is closing the glass panel will stop at the obstruction After the obstruction is removed the glass panel can be closed or opened Use care not to leave the sunroof open for long periods of time as debris may collect in the tracks If the battery...

Page 145: ...LinkR Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse feature This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door you are programming Your vehicle s engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter Follow these steps to program up to three channels 1 If you have previou...

Page 146: ...ver end and try again The HomeLink Transmitter may not work with older garage door openers that do not meet current Federal Consumer Safety Standards If you cannot program the transmitter after repeated attempts refer to Training a Garage Door Opener with Rolling Codes later in this section or contact the manufacturer of the unit at 1 800 355 3515 Be sure to keep the original hand held transmitter...

Page 147: ...Training a Garage Opener with a Rolling Code Feature If Equipped If you have not previously programmed the hand held transmitter to the HomeLinkR Transmitter see Programming the Transmitter listed previously If you have completed this programming already you now need to train the garage door opener motor head unit to recognize the HomeLink Transmitter Refer to your garage door opener owner s manua...

Page 148: ...hing The garage door opener should now recognize the HomeLink Transmitter You may either use the HomeLink Transmitter or the hand held transmitter to open the garage door If after following these instructions you still have problems training the garage door opener call the manufacturer of the unit at 1 800 355 3515 Erasing Channels To erase all three programmed channels hold down the two outside b...

Page 149: ...2 62 The Instrument Panel Your Information System ...

Page 150: ...ument Panel Cluster G Shift Lever H Tow Haul Switch I Audio System J Comfort Control System K Instrument Panel Fuse Block L Hood Release M Audio Steering Wheel Controls N Center Instrument Panel Utility Block O Tilt Lever P Parking Brake Release Q Secondary Information Center SIC R Rear Window Defogger Switch S Compact Disc Changer T Ashtray U Accessory Power Outlet V Glovebox ...

Page 151: ...n shown Canada similar Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you have and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically ...

Page 152: ...ll be displayed for up to 30 seconds or until the ignition is turned on Tachometer Your tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Warning Lights Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle The pictures will help you locate them Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough ...

Page 153: ...on and stay on for about 20 seconds then it will flash for about 55 seconds If the driver s belt is already buckled neither the chime nor the light will come on Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the air bag symbol The system checks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The...

Page 154: ... stays on after you start your vehicle The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Voltmeter United States Canada When your engine is not running but the ignition is in RUN this gage shows your battery s state of charge in DC volts When the engi...

Page 155: ...em Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible Brake System Warning Light With the ignition on the brake system warning light will flash when you set the parking brake The light will flash if the parking brake doesn t release fully If you try to drive with the parking brake engaged a chime will sound when the vehicle speed is greater than 3 mph 5 km h Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is div...

Page 156: ...ed for service Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds That s normal If the light stays on or comes on when you re driving your vehicle needs service If the regular brake system warning light isn t on you still have brakes but you don t have anti lock brakes If the regular brake syst...

Page 157: ...ion of this manual shows what to do See Engine Overheating in the Index Transmission Temperature Gage United States Canada When your ignition is on the gage shows the temperature of the transmission fluid The normal operating range is from 100_F 38_C to about 265_F 130_C At approximately 265_F 130_C the message center will display a TRANS FLUID HOT message and the transmission will enter a transmi...

Page 158: ... temperature gage above the normal operating range you can damage the transmission This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered under your warranty The following situations can cause the transmission to operate at higher temperatures D Towing a trailer D Hot outside air temperatures D Hauling a large or heavy load D Low transmission fluid level D High transmission fluid level D Restri...

Page 159: ... to your vehicle This system 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 Modi...

Page 160: ...he amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light stops flashing and remains on steady 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 ...

Page 161: ... diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Emissions Inspection 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 he...

Page 162: ...perating range A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure Check your oil as soon as possible See Check Eng Oil Pressure and Engine Oil in the Index CAUTION Don t keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon ...

Page 163: ...is light is displayed when the tow haul mode has been activated For more information see Tow Haul Mode in the Index Fuel Gage United States Canada The fuel gage when the ignition is on tells you about how much fuel you have left in your tank The gage will first indicate empty before you are out of fuel and you should get more fuel as soon as possible ...

Page 164: ...e facts When you turn the ignition on the entire center lights up for just a few seconds As needed the message center will display one of the following messages The message center is capable of alternating among different messages if needed Battery If this message is displayed when the engine is running you may have a problem with your charging system The battery display will also stay on while th...

Page 165: ... FLUID HOT message displayed you can damage the transmission This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered under your warranty The following situations can cause the transmission to operate at higher temperatures D Towing a trailer D Hot outside air temperatures D Hauling a large or heavy load D Low transmission fluid level D High transmission fluid level D Restricted air flow to the r...

Page 166: ...cle with the transmission TRANS HOT IDLE ENGINE message displayed you can damage the transmission This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered under your warranty The following situations can cause the transmission to operate at higher temperatures D Towing a trailer D Hot outside air temperatures D Hauling a heavy load D Low transmission fluid level D High transmission fluid level D ...

Page 167: ...rature Gage and Engine Overheating in the Index for further information Engine Overheated This message is displayed when the cooling system temperature gets too hot This message will be displayed after the air conditioning system has automatically turned off for the engine coolant protection mode See Engine Overheating in the Index for further information Reduced Engine Power This message is displ...

Page 168: ...the engine oil level is low Once oil is added it may need time to drain and settle in the engine before this message will turn off It is best to let the engine cool down if it is hot or warm up if it is cold and cycle the ignition to be sure this message turns off Refer to the dipstick for the correct level See Engine Oil in the Index on how to check the oil level and for what type of oil to add ...

Page 169: ...s the PasslockR system If the security message is displayed continuously while driving and stays on there may be a problem with the Passlock system Your vehicle will not be protected by Passlock and you should see your GM dealer Low Washer Fluid This message is displayed when the vehicle is low on windshield washer fluid The message is only displayed for 15 seconds each ignition cycle For more inf...

Page 170: ...gage for a better indication of the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank Secondary Information Center SIC This section explains the features of your SIC The SIC provides instant information about fuel mileage and vehicle history in addition to allowing you to personalize certain features of your vehicle If you would like to skip to the section on personalizing your vehicle see the section und...

Page 171: ...ip computer only gets updated when it is turned on The personal and business computers are independent i e turning one of them on does not turn the other off D All information associated with the trip computer will be reset when the RESET button is pressed D If the RESET button is pressed and held for more than two seconds all of the trip computer settings will reset starting from the last ignitio...

Page 172: ... D Pressing the arrow button again will display the ratio of business trip computer mileage to annual mileage as a percent Menu Press the MENU button to choose a feature you would like to personalize the features are listed below Each press of the button will display a new item that can be personalized Use the arrow button to choose the setting you would like to use within the chosen feature For e...

Page 173: ...tically Remote Lock Feedback D Horn Horn chirps on second press of the LOCK button on the keyless entry transmitter D Lamps Parking lamps flash on each press of the LOCK button on the keyless entry transmitter D Horn and Lamps Parking lamps flash on each press horn chirps on second press of UNLOCK on the keyless entry transmitter D None No horn or lamp feedback to the LOCK button on the keyless en...

Page 174: ...s when it is dark D Disabled Feature disabled no perimeter lamps will come on Alarm Warning D Horn Horn will sound when alarm is active D Lamps Headlamps and park lamps will cycle on and off when alarm is activated D Horn and Lamps Horn and lamps will alternate when the alarm is activated D None No alarm warning will come on Language D English All information displayed in English D French All info...

Page 175: ...ased D While in menu mode the SIC will display the day date if no buttons have been pressed for more than 15 seconds Language and Personalization Reset 1 Press and hold the MENU button After two seconds the display will begin cycling through the languages at one second intervals Release the MENU button when the desired language is displayed 2 The previous action will also reset the personalization...

Page 176: ...onditioning 3 8 Heating 3 9 Defogging and Defrosting 3 9 Rear Window Defogger 3 10 Ventilation System 3 11 Audio Systems 3 11 Setting the Clock 3 11 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player 3 16 Rear Seat Audio RSA 3 18 Compact Disc Changer 3 21 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 23 Audio Steering Wheel Control 3 24 Understanding Radio Reception 3 24 Tips About Your Audio System 3 25 Care of Your Cassette Ta...

Page 177: ...ob The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the desired air temperature in your vehicle This knob will allow you to adjust the interior air temperature independent of the function knob setting Move the knob clockwise toward 82 for warmer air Move the knob counterclockwise toward 66 for cooler air When the system is set for automatic operation sensors will control the fan speed Full Hot...

Page 178: ...f necessary With the automatic setting the air conditioning compressor automatically cycles when needed to cool the air In cold weather when the system senses the need for heat the airflow will be directed out of the floor outlets As the interior temperature approaches a desired setting the fan speed will decrease To maintain interior comfort the airflow will adjust between the instrument panel ai...

Page 179: ...to dehumidify the air to prevent window fogging DEFROST This setting directs most air through the windshield defroster outlets and some through the outlets The air conditioning compressor may run to dehumidify the air to prevent window fogging OUTSIDE AIR This setting should be used for normal system operation and directs the system to use outside air Using outside air will limit stale air odors a...

Page 180: ...tside air to recirculation The indicator light will not change After demand on the system is not so great the system will return back to outside air A C Press this button to turn the air conditioning on and off The system will cool and dehumidify the air inside the vehicle when the A C light is on When in AUTO the A C is automatically engaged when necessary Air conditioning will be automatically d...

Page 181: ...ired setting To regulate the airflow location adjust the right knob on the control panel Turn the knob clockwise for floor vent airflow or counterclockwise for headliner vent airflow Generally the upper vents are used for air conditioning and the floor vents for heating The knob can be set to any blend setting To adjust the air temperature turn the temperature knob on the center of the control pan...

Page 182: ...ont control An OFF setting located on the front climate control panel also allows the driver to turn off the rear passenger seat controls from the front seat To adjust the air temperature on either control panel turn the temperature knob on the center of the control panel For warmer air turn the knob clockwise toward the red Turn the knob counterclockwise toward the blue for cooler air To regulate...

Page 183: ...right knob on the control panel is between heater and defrost the recirculation feature will not function to reduce window fogging Passenger Compartment Air Filter Your vehicle is equipped with a passenger compartment air filter which filters outside air entering the vehicle For information on replacing the filter see Passenger Compartment Air Filter in the Index Heating The heater works best if y...

Page 184: ...fan knob The rear window defogger will only work if the ignition is in RUN For best results clear the window of as much snow or ice as possible first The defogger will shut itself off after several minutes If you need additional warming time press the button again You can turn the defogger off at any time by pressing the button The rear window defogger button will also activate the heated outside ...

Page 185: ...ter or the air conditioning fan is running unless you have the recirculation button pushed in For more information on the recirculation button see Air Conditioning earlier in this section Your vehicle has air outlets in the center and on the sides of the instrument panel and also may be equipped on the headliner You can move the outlets from side to side or up and down to direct the flow of air Th...

Page 186: ...system Audio Systems Your audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure 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 Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Acce...

Page 187: ...e called Speed Compensated Volume SCV With SCV your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive Set the volume at the desired level Turn the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the SCV Then as you drive SCV automatically increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any particular speed The volume level should always sound the same...

Page 188: ... 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 weak for the location you are in the radio display will show the channel number P1 through P6 for several seconds b...

Page 189: ... for best playback sound PREV 1 Press the PREV button or the SEEK left arrow to search for the previous selection A minimum three second blank gap is required for the player to stop at the beginning of the selection The tape direction arrow will blink during the SEEK operation PROG 2 Press this button to switch from one side of the tape to the other NEXT 3 Press the NEXT button or the SEEK right a...

Page 190: ... either the ignition or radio off To load a cassette tape with the ignition or radio off press EJECT before loading the cassette CLN If this message appears on the display the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index After you clean the p...

Page 191: ...the volume for each set of headphones Be aware that the front seat audio controls always have priority over the RSA controls If the front seat passengers switch the source for the main radio to a remote source the RSA will play the same remote source The rear speakers will be muted when the RSA power is turned on You may operate the RSA functions even when the main radio is off The following funct...

Page 192: ...e than eight seconds have played The SEEK button is inactive in the CD mode if the remote CD player or the CD changer is in use SCAN Press and hold SEEK until the radio goes into SCAN mode SCAN allows you to listen to stations for a few seconds The receiver will continue to scan and momentarily stop at each station until you press SEEK again The SCAN function is inactive if the AM FM mode on the f...

Page 193: ...ignition being on or off You must load CDs with the label side up If you do not the player will automatically eject the CDs NOTICE Loading CDs with adhesive labels will damage the player To load a CD perform the following steps 1 Press the LOAD button Available positions will blink amber 2 Select a position by pressing the desired numbered button with the amber blinking light If a button is not pr...

Page 194: ...d and a numbered location button is not pressed within five seconds the current or last played CD will be ejected To eject all CDs perform the following step Press and hold the eject button There are two ways to play a CD Perform one of the following steps 1 Press the desired numbered button with a green indicator light 2 Press the CD TAPE button on the radio The CD changer will go to its last pla...

Page 195: ...return to the radio when a CD is playing Press CD TAPE to switch between the tape and CD changer if all are loaded Compact Disc Changer Errors If ERR appears on the display it could be one of the following D You are driving on a very rough road The CD should play when the road gets smoother D A CD is upside down D It is dirty scratched or wet D It is very humid If so wait about an hour and try aga...

Page 196: ...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 197: ...forget your code contact your dealer Disabling the Theft Deterrent Feature Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press the 1 and 4 buttons together Hold them down until SEC shows on the display 4 Press MN and 000 will appear on the display 5 Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with y...

Page 198: ...pe If a compact disc is playing in the console mounted CD changer press this button to go to the next available CD SEEK Press the up arrow to tune to the next radio station and the down arrow to tune to the previous radio station If a cassette tape or compact disc is playing the player will advance forward with the up arrow to the next track or backward with the down arrow to the previous track MU...

Page 199: ... 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 equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB rad...

Page 200: ...ction 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 dealer GM Part No 12344789 When using a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette it is normal for the cassette to eject because your unit is equipped with a cut tape detection feature and a cleaning cassette may appear ...

Page 201: ...n it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the side without writing when handling discs Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of Your Compact Disc Changer The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Fixed Mast Antenna Th...

Page 202: ...Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Steering 4 11 Off Road Recovery 4 12 Passing 4 13 Loss of Control 4 14 Operating Your All Wheel Drive Vehicle Off Paved Roads 4 27 Driving at Night 4 29 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 32 City Driving 4 33 Freeway Driving 4 34 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 35 Highway Hypnosis 4 35 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 37 Winter Driving 4 41 Recereational Vehicle Towin...

Page 203: ...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 204: ... 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 205: ...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 206: ...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 207: ...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 208: ...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 209: ...he wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates ...

Page 210: ...teering This system varies the amount of steering effort proportionate to your vehicle speed Steering is easier at lower speeds for maneuvering and parking ease As your vehicle speed increases the steering effort also increases At highway speeds the amount of steering effort is increased Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost co...

Page 211: ...ry to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere or a c...

Page 212: ... a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that your ve...

Page 213: ...ndicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic D Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you re following a larger vehicle Also ...

Page 214: ...iver to get ahead of you Perhaps you can ease a little to the right Loss of Control Let s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration don t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less da...

Page 215: ... slow down when you have any doubt Remember Any anti lock brake system ABS helps avoid only the braking skid Operating Your All Wheel Drive Vehicle Off Paved Roads Many of the same design features that help make your vehicle responsive on paved roads during poor weather conditions features like the locking rear axle and all wheel drive help make it much better suited for off road use than a conven...

Page 216: ...portant things to remember about how to load your vehicle D The heaviest things should be on the load floor and forward of your rear axle Put heavier items as far forward as you can D Be sure the load is secured properly so driving on the off road terrain doesn t toss things around CAUTION D Cargo on the load floor piled higher than the seatbacks can be thrown forward during a sudden stop You or y...

Page 217: ...le over dry grass or other combustible materials that could catch fire from the heat of the vehicle s exhaust system Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip especially when going to a remote area Know the terrain and plan your route You are much less likely to get bad surprises Get accurate maps of trails and terrain Try to learn of any blocked or closed roads It s also a good i...

Page 218: ...of terrain You need to be familiar with the terrain and its many different features Here are some things to consider Surface Conditions Off roading can take you over hard packed dirt gravel rocks grass sand mud snow or ice Each of these surfaces affects the steering acceleration and braking of your vehicle in different ways Depending upon the kind of surface you are on you may experience slipping ...

Page 219: ...ing can be very dangerous on any road And this is certainly true for off road driving At the very time you need special alertness and driving skills your reflexes perceptions and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You could have a serious or even fatal accident if you drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking See Drunken Driving in the Index Driving on Off...

Page 220: ...e some other things to consider as you approach a hill D Is there a constant incline or does the hill get sharply steeper in places D Is there good traction on the hillside or will the surface cause tire slipping D Is there a straight path up or down the hill so you won t have to make turning maneuvers D Are there obstructions on the hill that can block your path boulders trees logs or ruts D What...

Page 221: ...se traction slide sideways and possibly roll over You could be seriously injured or killed When driving up hills always try to go straight up D Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill D Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills D Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffic know you re there D Use...

Page 222: ...ring wheel at the 12 o clock position This way you ll be able to tell if your wheels are straight and maneuver as you back down It s best that you back down the hill with your wheels straight rather than in the left or right direction Turning the wheel too far to the left or right will increase the possibility of a rollover Here are some things you must not do if you stall or are about to stall wh...

Page 223: ...e Smooth Rough Slippery Hard packed dirt Gravel D Are there hidden surface obstacles Ruts Logs Boulders D What s at the bottom of the hill Is there a hidden creek bank or even a river bottom with large rocks If you decide you can go down a hill safely then try to keep your vehicle headed straight down and use a low gear This way engine drag can help your brakes and they won t have to do all the wo...

Page 224: ... straight down D Never go downhill with the transmission in NEUTRAL N This is called free wheeling Your brakes will have to do all the work and could overheat and fade Q Am I likely to stall when going downhill A It s much more likely to happen going uphill But if it happens going downhill here s what to do D Stop your vehicle by applying the regular brakes Apply the parking brake D Shift to PARK ...

Page 225: ...lips sideways it can hit something that will trip it a rock a rut etc and roll over D Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse If you drive across a rock with the uphill wheels or if the downhill wheels drop into a rut or depression your vehicle can tilt even more For reasons like these you need to decide carefully whether to try to drive across an incline Just because the...

Page 226: ...you could be crushed or killed Always get out on the uphill high side of the vehicle and stay well clear of the rollover path Driving in Mud Sand Snow or Ice When you drive in mud snow or sand your wheels won t get good traction You can t accelerate as quickly turning is more difficult and you ll need longer braking distances It s best to use a low gear when you re in mud the deeper the mud the lo...

Page 227: ...and you and your passengers could drown Drive your vehicle on safe surfaces only Driving in Water Light rain causes no special off road driving problems But heavy rain can mean flash flooding and flood waters demand extreme caution Find out how deep the water is before you drive through it If it s deep enough to cover your wheel hubs axles or exhaust pipe don t try it you probably won t get throug...

Page 228: ...n the underbody chassis or under the hood These accumulations can be a fire hazard After operation in mud or sand have the brake linings cleaned and checked These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking Check the body structure steering suspension wheels tires and exhaust system for damage Also check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage Your vehicle will require more frequent ...

Page 229: ...s 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 230: ...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 231: ... in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally 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 ...

Page 232: ...er that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing water creates 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 sma...

Page 233: ...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 234: ...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 235: ...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 236: ... leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips D Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior D Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently D If you get sleepy pull off the road int...

Page 237: ...AUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill D Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lo...

Page 238: ... 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 239: ...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 240: ...are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe D Turn on your hazard flashers D Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow D Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or t...

Page 241: ... will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run fo...

Page 242: ... two wheels on the ground will also damage drivetrain components Loading Your Vehicle The Certification Tire label is found on the rear edge of the driver s door or in the Incomplete Vehicle Document in the cab The label shows the size of your original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle This is called the GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Th...

Page 243: ...ing The label will help you decide how much cargo and installed equipment your truck can carry Using heavier suspension components to get added durability might not change your weight ratings Ask your dealer to help you load your vehicle the right way If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn...

Page 244: ...by your warranty To pull a trailer correctly follow the advice in this part and see your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle 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 heavie...

Page 245: ...hould tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the transmission to THIRD 3 or if necessary a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts too often e g under heavy loads and or hilly conditions See Tow Haul Mode in the Index Three important considerations have to do with weight D the weight of the trailer D the weight of the trailer tongue D and the weight on your vehicle s tires Tow Haul Mode The ...

Page 246: ...is unloaded Such a selection when unloaded may result in unpleasant engine and transmission driving characteristics and reduced fuel economy Tow haul is recommended only when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It depends on how you plan to use your rig For example speed altitude road grades outside temperature and how much your ...

Page 247: ...y carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you will tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity If you re using a weight carrying hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded traile...

Page 248: ...important for proper vehicle loading and good handling when you re driving D Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you do then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle See Carbon Monoxide in the Index Dirt and water can too Safety C...

Page 249: ...e fluid to the rear brakes But don t use copper tubing for this If you do it will bend and finally break off Use steel brake tubing Driving with a Trailer CAUTION If you have a rear most window open and you pull a trailer with your vehicle carbon monoxide CO could come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness or death See Engine Exhaust in the Index To maximize your...

Page 250: ...g This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden tu...

Page 251: ... sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well You can tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the transmission to THIRD 3 or if necessary a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts ...

Page 252: ...eone place chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the wheel chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load 4 Reapply the regular brakes Then apply your parking brake and shift into PARK P 5 Release the regular brakes When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you D Start your engine D Shift into a g...

Page 253: ...stem and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight Trailer Wiring Harness Heavy Duty Trailer Wiring Package Your vehicle is equipped with the seven wire trailer towing harness This harnes...

Page 254: ... with this trailering package See Instrument Panel Jumper Wiring Harness later in this section If you need to tow a light duty trailer with a standard four way round pin connector an adapter connector is available from your dealer Instrument Panel Jumper Wiring Harness This harness is included with the heavy duty and camper fifth wheel trailer wiring packages The harness is for an electric trailer...

Page 255: ...s that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 8 Engine Overheating 5 11 Cooling System 5 17 Engine Fan Noise 5 17 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 18 Changing a Flat Tire 5 32 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Page 256: ...the way down to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flashers press the button until the first click and release When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can use them to w...

Page 257: ... 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 258: ...ded as well as radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries In addition it could save your radio NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty 4 Open the hoods and locate the positive and negative terminal locations on the other vehicle Your vehicle has a remote positive jump starting terminal and a remote negative jump s...

Page 259: ...ly get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 5 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive or a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Negative ...

Page 260: ...e 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Your vehicle s remote negative terminal is marked GND Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part of the vehicle with the dead battery or to a ...

Page 261: ...Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting Take care that they don t touch each other or any other metal Jumper Cable Removal A Heavy Unpainted Metal Engine Part or part marked GND B Good Battery or Remote Positive and Negative Terminal C Dead Battery or Remote Positive and Negative Terminal 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the heavy unpainted metal engine part or ...

Page 262: ... the message center on the instrument panel See Message Center in the Index Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode Should an overheated engine condition exist and the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is displayed an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage In this mode you will notice a loss in power and engine performance This operating mod...

Page 263: ...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 See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle ...

Page 264: ...u re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s still no sign of steam push down the accelerator un...

Page 265: ...ant level should be at or above the FILL COLD 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 CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause...

Page 266: ...ed by the use of coolant other than DEX COOLR is not covered by your new vehicle warranty If there seems to be no leak start the engine again See if the engine cooling fan speed increases when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down If it doesn t your vehicle needs service Turn off the engine How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you haven t found a problem yet but th...

Page 267: ...ressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and coolant surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap ...

Page 268: ...d 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 In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts So use the recommended coolant CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains e...

Page 269: ...upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left about one full turn 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 slowly and remove it 3 Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture to the FILL COLD mark ...

Page 270: ...tor hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches FILL COLD mark 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight ...

Page 271: ...gages If a Tire Goes Flat It s unusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot...

Page 272: ...her people You and they could be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 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 s...

Page 273: ...e and Tools Denali Models Under Driver s Side Rear Seat A Tool Kit with Jack Tools and Gloves B Bracket and Wing Nut Denali Models Rear Access Panel A Speaker B Bottle Jack C Wing Nut D Retaining Hook E Tire Blocks F Cover Panel ...

Page 274: ...the last three Denali XL The equipment you ll need is located under the storage tray in the rear trim panel on the driver s side of the vehicle 1 Remove the tray to access the tools 2 There is a wing nut used to retain the tool kit To remove it turn the wing nut counterclockwise 3 To release the bottle jack from its holder turn the knob on the bottle jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head 4 ...

Page 275: ...t the hoist end K open end of the extension through the hole J in the rear bumper Be sure the hoist end of the extension connects into the hoist shaft D the ribbed square end of the extension is used to lower the spare tire 3 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire F to the ground Continue to turn the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle...

Page 276: ...cks B the jack handle C the jack handle extensions D and the wheel wrench E If the flat tire is on a rear tire of the vehicle you ll need to use both jack handle extensions Attach the wheel wrench to the jack handle extensions as needed Attach the jack handle to the jack ...

Page 277: ...5 23 Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the jack lift head to the lifting point To remove the center cap place the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry out ...

Page 278: ...f the flat tire is on the rear of the vehicle use the jacking pad provided on the rear axle CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the veh...

Page 279: ...rlap For the rear make sure the jack head is positioned so that the rear axle is resting securely between the grooves that are on the jack head Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit back underneath the rear of the vehicle ...

Page 280: ...r a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come l...

Page 281: ...unded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each wheel nut by hand Then use the wheel wrench to tighten the nuts until the wheel is held against the hub Front Position 6 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the vehicle Lower the jack completely Rear Position ...

Page 282: ...to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 140 lb ft 190 N m NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification When you reinstall the full size wheel and ...

Page 283: ...ough the wheel opening Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel 3 Attach the wheel wrench and extensions together Insert the hoist end through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft 4 Raise the tire partway upward Make sure the retainer is seated in the wheel opening 5 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle Continue turning the wheel...

Page 284: ...ions D Hoist Shaft E Valve Stem Pointed Up F Flat or Spare Tire G Tire Retainer H Hoist Cable To store the tools follow these procedures For Denali Models Denali Models Under Driver s Side Rear Seat A Tool Kit with Jack Tools and Gloves B Bracket and Wing Nut ...

Page 285: ...t under the second row passenger s seat on the driver s side of the vehicle 2 Tighten down with the wing nut 3 Then assemble tire blocks E and bottle jack B together with the wing nut and retaining hook D 4 Position behind the jack storage cover in the rear side panel on the driver s side of the vehicle just below the speaker A and tighten adjusting clockwise until the jack is secured tight in the...

Page 286: ...Mud Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck you will need to spin the wheels but you don t want to spin your wheels too fast The method 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...

Page 287: ...as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear By slowly spinning your wheels in the forward and reverse directions you will cause a rocking motion that may free your vehicle If that doesn t get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out Or you can use your recovery hooks if your vehicle has them If ...

Page 288: ...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 289: ... 6 10 Engine Oil 6 15 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 17 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 6 17 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 21 Rear Axle 6 21 All Wheel Drive 6 24 Engine Coolant 6 27 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 6 28 Power Steering Fluid 6 29 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 30 Brakes 6 34 Battery 6 35 Bulb Replacement 6 39 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 40 Tires 6 48 Appearance Care 6 49 Cleaning...

Page 290: ...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 291: ...he outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher It is recommended that the gasoline meet specifications which were developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association A...

Page 292: ...uthorized GMC 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 293: ...soline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn t be covered by your warranty To check on fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving Filling Your Tank CAUTION Gasoline vapor is highly flammable It burns violently and that can cause very bad inj...

Page 294: ...ites it you could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill gasoline Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the ...

Page 295: ...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 296: ...d be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release To open the hood first pull the handle inside the vehicle located under and to the left of the steering wheel Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release located near the center of the grill Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all filler caps are on properly ...

Page 297: ...Coolant Surge Tank C Air Filter Restriction Indicator D Engine Oil Dipstick E Engine Oil Fill F Automatic Transmission Dipstick G Fan H Remote Negative Terminal GND I Remote Positive Terminal J Power Steering Fluid Reservoir K Brake Fluid Reservoir L Underhood Electrical Center M Battery N Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir ...

Page 298: ...ccurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick has a yellow loop and is located in the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not...

Page 299: ...dd 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 The engine oil fill cap is located on the valve cover on the passenger s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for further location information Be sure to fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the pr...

Page 300: ...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 301: ...ommended oils with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good performance and engine protection When to Change Engine Oil Your vehicle has a computer that lets you know when to change your engine oil This is not based on mileage but on engine revolutions and engine operating temperature When the computer has calculated that the oil needs changing the GM Oil Life Systemtwill indicate that ...

Page 302: ...in for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a real threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all free flowing oil from the filter before disposal Don t ever dispose of...

Page 303: ...f the indicator is not completely yellow no engine air cleaner filter service is required When the area inside the indicator is completely yellow past the red band the words CHANGE FILTER will be highlighted After changing the engine air cleaner filter press the top button on the indicator to reset it Your engine air cleaner filter is located in the air filter housing near the front corner of the ...

Page 304: ... replace the engine air cleaner filter See Owner Checks and Services in the Index CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air clea...

Page 305: ...viously Be sure to follow any instructions that may be included in the replacement filter package Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the passenger compartment air filter See Scheduled Maintenance in the Index 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 th...

Page 306: ...fic especially 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...

Page 307: ... 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 The red transmission dipstick handle is located at the rear of the engine compartment on the passenger s side See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for further location information 1 Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe...

Page 308: ... 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 309: ...ise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole The proper level is from 5 8 inch to 1 5 8 inch 15 mm to 40 mm below the filler plug Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index All Wheel Drive Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintena...

Page 310: ...l to the bottom of the filler plug hole Use care not to overtighten plug What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it See Scheduled Maintenance Services in t...

Page 311: ... enough lubricant to raise the level to 1 2 inch 12 mm below the filler plug hole When the differential is at operating temperature warm add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index ...

Page 312: ...COOLR coolant will D Give freezing protection down to 34_F 37_C D Give boiling protection up to 265_F 129_C D Protect against rust and corrosion D Help keep the proper engine temperature D Let the warning lights and gages work as they should NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOLR silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature e...

Page 313: ...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 314: ...ssure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the FILL COLD mark If the LOW COOLANT message comes on and stays on it means you re low on engine co...

Page 315: ... it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When replacing the pressure cap make sure it is hand tight Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap The coolant surge tank pressure cap must be fully installed on the coolant surge tank NOTICE Your coolant surge tank pressure cap is a 15 psi 105 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss an...

Page 316: ...er s side of the engine compartment toward the front See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location How to Check Power Steering Fluid Turn the key off let the engine compartment cool down wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and l...

Page 317: ...e to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing Adding Washer Fluid The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment toward the front on the driver s side See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more infor...

Page 318: ...gine 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 See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for the location of the reservoir 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 accep...

Page 319: ...r others could be burned and your vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system See Checking Brake Fluid in this section 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 fl...

Page 320: ...not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid NOTICE D Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they ll have to be replaced Don t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid D If you spill b...

Page 321: ...Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications Brake linings should alwa...

Page 322: ...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 See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for battery location WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash ...

Page 323: ... Index for the proper types of bulbs to use 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 1 Remove the two pins on the top of the headlamp assembly To remove the pins turn the outer pin outward and pull it straight up To remove the...

Page 324: ...the new bulb into the headlamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight Use care not to touch the bulb with your fingers or hands 5 Plug in the electrical connector 6 Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle 7 Install and tighten the two pins Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Daytime Running Lamps A Sidemarker Lamp B Retainer Clip C Front Turn Signal Lamp D Daytime Running Lamp ...

Page 325: ...rclockwise and remove it from the turn signal housing 5 Remove the bulb from the bulb socket 6 Put the new bulb into the bulb socket 7 Put the bulb socket into the turn signal housing and turn it clockwise until it locks 8 Put the turn signal housing back onto the vehicle placing the hook and posts on the inner side into the alignment holes first and then the outer side into the retainer bracket u...

Page 326: ...ssembly 3 Press the release tab and turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the taillamp housing 4 Pull the bulb straight out from the socket 5 Press a new bulb into the socket insert it into the taillamp housing and turn the socket clockwise into the taillamp housing until it clicks 6 Reinstall the rear lamp assembly and tighten the screws ...

Page 327: ...oved in different ways For proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index Here s how to remove the Shephard s Hook type To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly do the following 1 Lift the wiper arm and turn the blade until it is facing away from the windshield 2 Push the release lever and slide the wiper assembly toward the driver s side of the vehicle 3 Instal...

Page 328: ... 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 329: ...h heat D Tire overloading D Bad wear D Bad handling D Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following D Unusual wear D Bad handling D Rough ride D Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Also check the tire pressure of the spare tire How to Check Use a good quality pocket type g...

Page 330: ...e the wheel wrench 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 the correct rotation pattern shown here Don t include...

Page 331: ...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 332: ...for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and yo...

Page 333: ...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 334: ...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 335: ...or replacement NOTICE The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire 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 ...

Page 336: ... the rear tires Appearance Care Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle be sure to follow the manufacturer s warnings and instructions And always open your doors or ...

Page 337: ...ead 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 a...

Page 338: ... 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 339: ...r won t be damaged Clean spots with just water and mild soap Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry CAUTION Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it may severely weaken them In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid househo...

Page 340: ...lean cloth at least every six months During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty depth of color gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often ...

Page 341: ...brasive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish NOTICE Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted...

Page 342: ...then be applied The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Use chrome polish only on chrome plated wheels but avoid any painted surface of the wheel and buff o...

Page 343: ...the underbody If these are not removed accelerated corrosion rust can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before be...

Page 344: ... plastic rubber and vinyl 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels and floor mats 1052929 16 oz 0 473 L Wheel Cleaner Spray on and rinse with water 1052930 8 oz 0 237 L Capture Dry Spot Remover Attracts absorbs and removes soils on fabric 12345721 2 5 sq ft Synthetic Chamois Shines vehicle without scratching 12345725 12 oz 0 354 L Silicone...

Page 345: ...s and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label located in 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 infor...

Page 346: ...t 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 Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusi...

Page 347: ...ck access door To remove fuses if you don t have a fuse extractor hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out You may have spare fuses located behind the fuse block access door These can be used to replace a bad fuse However make sure it is of the correct amperage NAME Usage L BODY Retained Accessory Power Relay LOCK Power Door Locks DRV UNLOCK Power Door Loc...

Page 348: ...xterior Lamps Turn Signals Hazard Lamps UNLOCK Power Door Locks HTR A C Climate Control System NAME Usage WS WPR Windshield Wipers IGN 1 Ignition Instrument Panel AIR BAG Air Bag MIR LOCK Power Mirrors Power Door Locks DR LOCK Power Door Locks PWR WDO Power Window Circuit Breaker UNLOCK Power Door Lock Relay IGN 0 PRND321 Display Odometer VCM PCM SEO IGN Special Equipment Option Ignition SEO ACCY ...

Page 349: ...sage SEO Special Equipment Option HTD ST Heated Seats HDLNR Headliner VANITY Headliner Wiring TRAILER Trailer Brake Wiring PWR ST Power Seats YE9 Not Used UPF Upfitter PARK LAMP Parking Lamps FRT PRK EXPT Not Used SPARE 2 Not Used PUDDLE LP Puddle Lamps SL RIDE Not Used SPARE 3 Not Used INADV PWR Interior Lights Feed CTSY LP Courtesy Lamps CEL PHONE Cellular Telephone Wiring ...

Page 350: ...iew in the Index for more information on location You will see fuses to the top right of the fuse relay center block once you remove the cover These are spare fuses and can be used accordingly You can remove fuses with a fuse extractor The fuse extractor is located in the underhood electrical center To remove fuses if you don t have a fuse extractor hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and ...

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Page 352: ...Relay PARK LP Parking Lamps FRT HVAC Climate Control System STOP LP Exterior Lamps Stoplamps ECM 1 VCM PCM Name Usage CHMSL Center High Mounted Stoplamp VEH STOP Stoplamps Cruise Control TRL B U Backup Lamps Trailer Wiring INJ A Fuel Controls Ignition RR HVAC Rear HVAC VEH B U Vehicle Backup Lamps ENG 1 Engine Controls Canister Purge Fuel System ETC Electronic Throttle Control IGN E A C Compressor...

Page 353: ...ion Power Aux Roof Mnt Lamp Cell Phone DRL Daytime Running Lamps A C A C Relay FOG LP Fog Lamps Name Usage FOG LP Fog Lamps Relay RADIO Audio System Instrument Cluster Climate Control System CIGAR Cigarette Lighter Auxiliary Power Outlets RT TURN Right Turn Signals BTSI Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System LT TURN Left Turn Signals FR PRK Front Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps W W PMP Wi...

Page 354: ...ulbs not listed here please consult your dealer Capacities and Specifications Please refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index for more information See refrigerant charge label under the hood for charge capacity information and requirements Engine VORTEC 6000 Type V8 VIN Code U Spark Plug Gap 0 060 inches 1 52 mm Wheels and Tires Wheel Nut Torque 140 lb ft 190 N m Tire Pressure See t...

Page 355: ... listed in this manual is not the same as the part used in your vehicle when it was built or if you have any questions please contact your GM dealer These specifications are for information only If you have any questions see the service manual for the chassis or refer to the body manufacturer s publications Oil Filter PF59 Engine Air Cleaner Filter A1518C Passenger Compartment Air Filter Kit 52485...

Page 356: ...e services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 5 Scheduled Maintenance 7 16 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 21 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 23 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 25 Part E Maintenance Record ...

Page 357: ...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 358: ...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 359: ...tions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever ser...

Page 360: ...owing Footnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission 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 re...

Page 361: ...and filter change The system won t detect dust in the oil So if you drive in a dusty area be sure to change your oil and filter every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or sooner if the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message appears Remember to reset the Oil Life System when the oil and filter have been changed See Oil Life System in the Index for information on resetting An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis compon...

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Page 364: ...placement more often j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for...

Page 365: ...ront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often j Check r...

Page 366: ...iler 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 at 100 000 miles 166 000 km 52 500 Miles 87 500 km j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rota...

Page 367: ...er rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Inspect Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR system as described in the service manual An Emission Control Service See footnote j Inspect Evaporative Control System Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper...

Page 368: ...replacement more often j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 82 500 Miles 137 500 km j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals ...

Page 369: ...ection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 97 500 Miles 162 500 km j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 100 000 Miles 166 000 km j I...

Page 370: ...our vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter j Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve An Emission Control Service 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for ...

Page 371: ...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 372: ...s Cleaning 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 ratchet to tighten the cable See Storing the Spare Tire and Tools in the Ind...

Page 373: ...d See Automatic Transmission Fluid in the Index A fluid loss may indicate a problem Check the system and repair if needed 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 hood latch assembly secondary latch pivots spring anchor release pawl rear compartment hinges liftgate handle pivot poi...

Page 374: ... any other position 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 below 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake in the...

Page 375: ... the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only ...

Page 376: ...ion Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fum...

Page 377: ...ded Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation 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 Inspect other brake parts including calipers parking brake etc You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driv...

Page 378: ...nchR 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 Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No 1052884 1 pint 1050017 1 quart or equivalent Autom...

Page 379: ...wl LubriplateR Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hood Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Body Door Hinge Pins Tailgate Hinge and Linkage Folding Seat and Fuel Door Hinge Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Outer Tailgate ...

Page 380: ...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 381: ...7 26 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 382: ...faction Procedure 8 4 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...

Page 383: ...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 384: ...hicle 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 and yo...

Page 385: ...s 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 T...

Page 386: ...stance 011 52 53 29 0 800 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 information such as area driver assessment centers and mobil...

Page 387: ...ill 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 Trip Routing Custom made computerized highlighted maps using the most direct or scenic route are provided free of charge Maps inclu...

Page 388: ...adside Assistance at 1 800 GMC 8782 1 800 462 8782 Roadside Assistance prompt to reach a qualified representative who can assist you Text telephone TTY users call 1 888 889 2438 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 calli...

Page 389: ...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 390: ...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 391: ...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 392: ... ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 GMC 8782 1 800 462 8782 or write Pontiac GMC Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 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 ...

Page 393: ...ce information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle OWNER S INFORMATION Owner publications are written directly for Owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Inc...

Page 394: ... the above address for quotation 2001 120 00 2001 50 00 2001 20 00 2001 15 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 6 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax 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 m...

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