GMC 2001 Safari Owner'S Manual Download

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Summary of Contents for 2001 Safari

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Page 2: ...change Emergency towing 1 800 GMC 8782 For vehicles purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 that provides in an emergency 1 800 GMC 8782 For vehicles purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 Courtesy Transportation Trip Routing Every 2001 Safari under warranty is backed with the following services ...

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

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

Page 6: ...nce 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: ...neral 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 pouv...

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 Cargo Van Passenger Van ...

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

Page 14: ... Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 18 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 18 Driver Position 1 26 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 27 Right Front Passenger Position 1 27 Air Bag System 1 34 Rear Seat Passengers 1 38 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 1 40 Center Passenger Position Bench Seat 1 42 Children 1 48 Restraint Systems for Children 1 62 Olde...

Page 15: ...ng The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving 2 Way Front Seat The bucket seats can be adjusted forward or rearward using the lever located on the front of the seat Move the seat adjustment lever on the front of the seat toward the outboard side of the seat to unlock it Slide the sea...

Page 16: ...rear of the vehicle to decrease lumbar support Power Seat If Equipped If you have this feature there will be a control pad located on the inboard side of the driver s seat To raise or lower the front of the seat raise or lower the lever located toward the front of the vehicle To raise or lower the rear of the seat raise or lower the lever located toward the rear of the vehicle To move the entire s...

Page 17: ...djust the seatback You can adjust the seatback by lifting the lever and leaning back Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it Pull up on the lever lean forward and the seat will go to an upright position But don t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving ...

Page 18: ...n 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 seat and wear your safety belt properly Head Restraints Head restraints are fixed on some models and adjustable on others Sli...

Page 19: ...f the vehicle until it locks into place To raise the seatback unlock the seatback latch by pushing up on the lever while pushing down on the upper edge of the seatback Move the seatback into the upright position Make sure the seatback is locked when it is back in the upright position CAUTION If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the...

Page 20: ...n carry up to three passengers They can also be removed to increase storage space The center bench and rear bench seats can be adjusted forward or rearward using the lever at the front of the seat Move the seat adjustment lever located at the front of the seat toward the passenger s side to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body...

Page 21: ... side of the seat cushion To raise or lower the center console press the button located between the beverage holders Sit in the center seating position only when the console is in an upright and locked position For details about headrests see Head Restraints in this section ...

Page 22: ... belt 2 If you have a safety belt guide on your seat pull the safety belt all the way out through the guide 3 To store the safety belt while the second row bench seat is removed pull the belt out and put both buckles in the passenger s side rear storage bin Route the belt out of the forward edge of the storage bin Close the cover to retain the belt 4 Pull up on the seatback latch on the right rear...

Page 23: ...ar of the seat to remove the seat assembly from the rear latch pins Then pull back and lift the seat out of the vehicle Your seat release latch lever is operated with a two stage mechanism To fully release the latch two levels of lift effort will be required First a low effort to overcome the first stage and then a moderate effort to fully release the latch ...

Page 24: ...ins 2 Pull the seat down to latch the rear retainers Make sure the seat is locked in by pulling up and down on the seat 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 ...

Page 25: ...at pull the belt through the guide before reattaching the lap shoulder belt to the side of the seat The release hole should be facing outward If you installed the safety belt with the release hole facing inward toward the seat slide the plastic cover up so you can see the buckle Disconnect the seat belt Slide the cover back down and reinstall the belt correctly CAUTION A safety belt that is improp...

Page 26: ... 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 27: ...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 28: ...1 15 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop ...

Page 29: ...1 16 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel ...

Page 30: ...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 31: ...r Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see the part of this manual called Children Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you ll want to know which restraint systems your...

Page 32: ...unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the...

Page 33: ...uster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pushing in to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoul...

Page 34: ...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 35: ...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 36: ...y injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests ...

Page 37: ... 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 38: ...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 39: ...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 40: ...ned to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag But these air bags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal regulations Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system CAUTION You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren t wearing your safety belt even if you have air bags Wearing your safety belt during a cr...

Page 41: ...killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 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 Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part o...

Page 42: ... 29 How the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side ...

Page 43: ... your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn t move or deform the threshold level is about 9 to 16 mph 14 to 26 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inflate in r...

Page 44: ...ed as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions What will you see after an air bag inflates After an air bag inflates it quickly deflates so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated Some components of the air bag module the steering wheel hub for the driver s air bag or the instrument panel for t...

Page 45: ... 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 throttle data D Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag system Improper service can mean that your air bag system won t work properly See your dealer for service NOTICE If you damage the coverin...

Page 46: ... do so The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Q If I add a push bumper or a bicycle rack to the front of my vehicle will it keep the air bags from working properly A As long as the push bumper or bicycle rack is attached to your vehicle so that the vehicle s basic structure isn t changed it s not likely to keep the air bags from worki...

Page 47: ...how that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions ...

Page 48: ...he buckle until it clicks 3 If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure 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 h...

Page 49: ...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 50: ...e 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 To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle ...

Page 51: ...d on a shoulder belt the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seats 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 belt 1 Remo...

Page 52: ...elastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top ...

Page 53: ...Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides Slide the guide onto the storage clip Center Passenger Position Bench Seat Lap Belt If your vehicle has rear bench seats someone can sit in the center positions ...

Page 54: ...o make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to ...

Page 55: ... to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Infants and Young Children Except Cargo Vans Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by the appropriate restraint Young children should not use the vehicle s safety belts unless there is no other choice CAUTION People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle A baby doe...

Page 56: ...Children who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer 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 syste...

Page 57: ...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 58: ... bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints Infants and Young Children Cargo Vans CAUTION Children who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children but not for youn...

Page 59: ...restraints However infants who should be restrained in a rear facing child restraint cannot ride safely in this vehicle CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A young child s hip bones are still so small that vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Instead it may settl...

Page 60: ...while riding in a vehicle A baby 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 your arms ...

Page 61: ... restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surface against the 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 ...

Page 62: ...surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner and some high back booster seats have a five point harness A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window ...

Page 63: ...hed to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side When choosing a child restraint be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards Then follow the instructions for the restraint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both These restraints use the ...

Page 64: ...n the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it Where to Put the Restraint Cargo Vans The child restraint must be secured properly in the passenger seat Never put a rear facing child restraint in this vehicle Here s why CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger s air bag inflates Thi...

Page 65: ...ld restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have 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 If your vehicle is a cargo van the anchoring point for a top strap is located at the rear of the seat...

Page 66: ...he two slots on the bar Passenger Van Bucket Seats Bench Seats An anchor bracket is located at the rear of the seat cushion near the top rear of the seat leg for each outboard seating position of the second row For the third row an anchor bracket is located at the rear of the seat cushion near the top rear of the seat leg for the right hand outboard seating position If you have adjustable head res...

Page 67: ...he child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say 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 restraint when and ...

Page 68: ...t if needed 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 ...

Page 69: ...elpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 5 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 70: ...the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how ...

Page 71: ...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 72: ... van always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat If your vehicle is a cargo van do not use a rear facing child restraint in this vehicle If a forward facing child restraint is suitable for your child always move the passenger seat as far back as it will go 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 th...

Page 73: ...eat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how If the 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 yo...

Page 74: ...aint You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger ...

Page 75: ...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 76: ...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 77: ...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 78: ...To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safet...

Page 79: ... that says to replace the belt be sure to do so Then the new belt will be there to help protect you in a collision You would see this label on the belt near the latch plate If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt wasn t being used at the time ...

Page 80: ...on Positions 2 21 Starting Your Engine 2 23 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 24 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 27 Parking Brake 2 28 Shifting Into PARK P 2 31 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 31 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 32 Engine Exhaust 2 32 Running Your Engine While You re Parked 2 33 Locking Rear Axle If Equipped 2 34 All Wheel Drive Option 2 34 Horn 2 34 Tilt Wheel If Equipped 2 35 Turn ...

Page 81: ...ercome 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 Manual Windows To open your manual windows turn the hand crank on each door to raise or lower your side door windows ...

Page 82: ...etained accessory power is active See Retained Accessory Power in the Index Express Down Window The driver s window switch also has an express down feature that allows you to lower the window without holding the switch Press the driver s window switch marked AUTO briefly to activate the express down feature The express down feature can be interrupted at any time by pressing the up arrow end of the...

Page 83: ...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 84: ...ode on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep this tag in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using this tag NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent theft But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside You may even have to damage your vehi...

Page 85: ...or from the inside pull the lever toward you and push the door open Rear Doors If you have the Dutch doors you must open the hatch first See Hatch Release in the Index Rear doors can only be opened from the outside Open the passenger s side rear door first Grasp the handle and pull the door open Cargo Door Shown ...

Page 86: ...e door first Check to make sure both doors are completely closed The rear doors have a check assembly to keep the doors from opening beyond 90 degrees To fully open the rear doors push in on the clip and lift the check assembly up off the mounting bracket Do this on each door Replace the check assemblies on the mounting brackets before closing the doors ...

Page 87: ...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 your vehicle Your vehicle may be equipped with the keyless entry system For more information see Keyless Entry System in the Index To...

Page 88: ...s side door remains unlocked Programmable Automatic Door Locks Your vehicle is equipped with an auto lock unlock feature which enables you to program your power door locks Your vehicle left the factory programmed to have no doors lock and none of the doors unlock You can set the automatic lock feature to lock all the doors when the vehicle speed is greater than 15 mph 24 km h for two seconds and t...

Page 89: ...be modified The following is a list of the available programming options D All doors lock Only the driver s door unlocks Press the lock side of the power lock switch on the door panel once and then the unlock side once D All doors lock All doors unlock Press the lock side of the power lock switch on the door panel once and then the unlock side twice D All doors lock None of the doors unlock Press ...

Page 90: ...ference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote keyless entry system If the transmitter does not work or i...

Page 91: ...rate Remote Panic Alarm When the button with the horn symbol on the key transmitter is pressed the horn will sound and the headlamps and taillamps will flash for up to 30 seconds This can be turned off by pressing the horn button again waiting for 30 seconds or starting the vehicle Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter ...

Page 92: ...y of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter Use one PanasonicR three volt type CR2032 or equivalent battery To replace the battery do the following 1 Insert a thin coin or flat tip screwdriver to separate the bottom of the transmitter from the top 2 Remove the battery and replace it with a new one making sure the positive side of the battery is...

Page 93: ...the transmitter To resynchronize your transmitter stand close to your vehicle and simultaneously press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the transmitter for eight seconds The door locks should cycle to confirm synchronization If the locks do not cycle see your dealer for service Sliding Door To open the sliding side door pull the handle toward the back and slide the door to the rear until it...

Page 94: ... from opening the sliding side door from the inside To use this feature do the following 1 Move the lever all the way up 2 Close the door To open the sliding side door while the security lock is engaged unlock the door and open it from the outside If you don t cancel the security lock feature adults or older children who ride in the rear won t be able to open the sliding door from the inside You s...

Page 95: ... on a steep grade 15 percent or more the door may not stay open and could slam shut possibly injuring someone To make sure the door does not slam shut be sure to hold it open until everyone is clear of the door and only then allow it to slowly close ...

Page 96: ...highest speed with the setting on anything but MAX A C That will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index D If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index Hatch Release You can use your key to unlock the hatch and all of the other doors from the outside Insert the key into the hatch release button and turn...

Page 97: ... vehicle and open the driver s door you ll hear a tone reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Always do this Your steering wheel will be locked and so will your ignition and transmission Also remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your valuables out of sight Put them in a storage a...

Page 98: ...ur Passlock system is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock at this time You may also want to check the fuses see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index See your dealer for service New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your vehicle doesn t need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines D Keep ...

Page 99: ...CCESSORY position for long periods of time Prolonged operation of accessories in the ACCESSORY position could drain your battery and prevent you from starting your vehicle LOCK B This position locks your ignition steering wheel and transmission shift lever in PARK P It s a theft deterrent feature You will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK OFF C This position lets ...

Page 100: ...nition key is turned to OFF Your radio power windows and overhead console will work when the ignition key is in RUN or ACCESSORY Once the key is turned from RUN to OFF these features will continue to work for up to 20 minutes or until a door is opened Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart w...

Page 101: ...edal all the way down for five more seconds unless it starts sooner 3 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops wait 15 seconds and start over When the engine starts let go of the key and the accelerator pedal NOTICE Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before add...

Page 102: ...grounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to ...

Page 103: ...hift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P Se...

Page 104: ...hift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transmission see Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index NEUTRAL N In this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting o...

Page 105: ...use your brakes off and on If you manually select SECOND 2 the transmission will drive in second gear You may use this feature for reducing torque to the rear wheels when you are trying to start your vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the sele...

Page 106: ...come on To go back to normal operation press the switch again The indicator light on the instrument panel cluster will go out See Tow Haul Mode in the Index for more information Parking Brake To set the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot If the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on To relea...

Page 107: ...t to do first 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 ...

Page 108: ...parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P like this D Pull the 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 remove the key from your ignition your vehicle is in PARK P ...

Page 109: ...lever 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 ...

Page 110: ... as 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 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 Burn CAUT...

Page 111: ...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 112: ...on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Locking Rear Axle If Equipped If your vehicle has this feature your locking rear axle can give you additional traction on snow mud ice sand or gravel It ...

Page 113: ...eleration when driving in slippery conditions This is normal and is an indication that the all wheel drive system is functioning properly Horn To sound the horn press the horn symbol on the center of the steering wheel Tilt Wheel If Equipped A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you...

Page 114: ...low you to signal a turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever...

Page 115: ...n signal To turn off the chime move the turn signal lever to the off position Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high or high to low pull the multifunction lever all the way toward you Then release it When the high beams are on this indicator light on the instrument panel cluster also will be on Flash to Pass This feature lets you use your high beam headlamps t...

Page 116: ...m you to LOW For high speed wiping turn the band further to HIGH To stop the wipers turn the band to OFF Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become worn or damaged get new blades or blade inserts Windshield Washer At the top of the multifunction lever there s a paddle marked with t...

Page 117: ...ndshield washer If the fluid level is low in the washer bottle you may not be able to wash your rear window If you can wash your windshield but not your rear window check the fluid level Cruise Control Option With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at sp...

Page 118: ...d of the lever and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course shuts off 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 R A briefly You ll go right back up to your chosen...

Page 119: ...n briefly Each time you do this you ll go 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 o...

Page 120: ...bol to turn on the following D Parking Lamps D Sidemarker Lamps D Taillamps D License Plate Lamps D Instrument Panel Lights Turn the knob clockwise to the master lighting symbol to turn on all the lamps listed as well as the headlamps Turn the knob all the way counterclockwise to turn off your lamps and put the system in auto headlamp mode ...

Page 121: ...s so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system The DRL and automatic headlamp system will only be affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting longer than the delay To idle your vehicle with the automatic headlamp system off set the parking brake while the ignition is off Then start your vehicle The automatic headlamp system will sta...

Page 122: ... Your instrument panel won t be lit up either When it begins to get dark the automatic headlamp system will switch from DRL to the headlamps or the last chosen headlamp setting that was used To idle your vehicle with the DRL off put the transmission in PARK P The DRL will stay off until you shift out of PARK P The following does not apply to vehicles first sold in Canada and to some early producti...

Page 123: ... closed the lamps will stay on for a short period of time and will then go out If the DOME OVERRIDE button is pressed in the lamps will not come on Dome Lamps The dome lamps will come on when you open a door You can also turn the dome lamps on by turning the thumbwheel located next to the parking headlamps knob all the way up In this position the dome lamps will remain on whether a door is opened ...

Page 124: ...n D Shut off all lamps and close all doors or D turn the ignition key to RUN Mirrors Inside Day Night Rearview Mirror You can adjust the mirror for day or night driving Press the tab forward away from you for day driving Pull the tab back toward you for night driving Outside Manual Adjust Mirror Adjust your outside mirrors so you can see a little of the side of your vehicle You can fold them inwar...

Page 125: ...identally move a mirror return the knob to the middle position off after adjusting the mirrors Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle...

Page 126: ...t the center of the engine cover To open the compartment press the two tabs together and pull If you have an optional sliding tray storage compartment it is under the front passenger s seat To open the compartment move the latch in the top handle and pull the tray forward ...

Page 127: ...2 48 If you have rear storage compartments pull up on the lid to open the cover There is also a map storage pocket on the passenger s side of the engine cover console ...

Page 128: ...ompartment for sunglasses The reading lamps trip computer and temperature and compass display will work when the ignition is in RUN ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active See Retained Accessory Power in the Index Reading Lamps Press the button near each lamp to turn the reading lamps on and off The lamps can also be swiveled to point in the direction you want ...

Page 129: ...tch 3 Press it firmly to the back of your garage door opener as close to the center of the opener as possible 4 Center the garage door opener activation button over the console door button and press the opener firmly into place The pegs inside the compartment door are used to make sure the button on the compartment door will contact the control button on the garage door opener 5 Add one peg at a t...

Page 130: ...ioned properly and the right number of pegs in place you should only have to press the button slightly to operate the opener Adjust the position of the garage door opener and add or remove pegs as needed until the opener operates properly Your vehicle may be equipped with a HomeLinkR Transmitter For more information see HomeLinkR Transmitter in the Index ...

Page 131: ...ery eight seconds This is a warning to the driver that road conditions may be icy and that appropriate precautions should be taken The compass is self calibrating so it does not need to be manually set However if C Calibration is displayed the compass will need to be calibrated You may also place the compass in a noncalibrated mode by pressing and holding the MODE and US MET buttons simultaneously...

Page 132: ...g TRIP functions D AVG ECON The average fuel economy since the last reset is displayed D INST ECON Instantaneous fuel economy for the last second of driving is displayed D RANGE The display indicates the estimated distance that can be travelled with the remaining fuel in the tank based on the fuel economy for the last few hours of driving D FUEL USED The fuel used since the last reset is displayed...

Page 133: ...ur vehicle The luggage carrier has slats side rails and crossrails attached to the roof to secure cargo Be sure the cargo is properly loaded Follow these guidelines D Carrying small heavy loads on the roof is not recommended D Tie the load to the side rails Use the crossrails only to keep the load from sliding D If you need to carry long items tie the load to the side rails Also tie the load to th...

Page 134: ...ur vehicle For more information on vehicle capacity and loading see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you re driving check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and cargo are still securely fastened Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter The cigarette lighter is on the left of the engine cover console To use the lighter press it in all the way and let go When ...

Page 135: ...ab and pull it out You may have another ashtray on the driver s sidewall Press the right side to turn the ashtray around for use To remove the ashtray open it and gently pull it off the hinge NOTICE Don t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtrays If you do cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire causing damage Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the...

Page 136: ...ower accessory plugs NOTICE When using the accessory power outlets maximum electrical load must not exceed 25 amps Always turn off any electrical equipment when not in use Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain your battery HomeLinkR Transmitter Option This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may ...

Page 137: ...dicator light begins to flash rapidly after 20 seconds Then release the buttons This procedure initializes the memory and erases any previous settings for all three channels 2 Decide which one of the three channels you want to program Hold the end of the hand held transmitter about 2 to 5 inches 5 to 13 cm away from the surface of the HomeLink Transmitter so that you can still see the indicator li...

Page 138: ...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 in case you need to erase and reprogram the HomeLink Transmitter Canadian Owners During programming the hand held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting after one or two seconds ...

Page 139: ... a Garage Opener with a Rolling Code Feature If Equipped If you have not previously programmed the hand held transmitter to the HomeLink 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 manual for the...

Page 140: ...shing 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 ...

Page 141: ...2 62 The Instrument Panel Your Information System ...

Page 142: ...ning Flasher Button E Transmission Shift Lever F Ignition Switch G Rear Defogger Button Option H Comfort Controls I Rear A C Control Option J Rear Heater Control Option K Rear Washer Wiper Option L Front Ashtray M Dome Override Button N Hood Release O Cigarette Lighter P Audio System Q Front Storage Compartment R Cupholders Storage Tray S Accessory Power Outlets ...

Page 143: ... Canada cluster similar Your instrument panel 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 remains and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically ...

Page 144: ...ts 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 to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury Warning lights come on when the...

Page 145: ... on Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows AIR BAG or 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 system check includes the air bag sensor the air bag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the a...

Page 146: ...or a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Charging System Indicator Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn the ignition on but the engine is not running as a check to show you the light is working Then it should go out once the engine is running If it stays...

Page 147: ...he charging system to create maximum power You can only drive for a short time with the readings in either warning zone If you must drive turn off all unnecessary accessories Readings in either warning zone indicate a possible problem in the electrical system Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on...

Page 148: ...till on after you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds That s normal If the light stays on or comes on when you re driving your vehicle needs service If the regular brake system warning light isn t on ...

Page 149: ...d States Canada Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment The SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light comes on and a chim...

Page 150: ...ired Emission Inspection Maintenance test This light should come on as a check to show you it is working when the ignition is on and the engine is not running If the light doesn t come on have it repaired This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways D Light Flashing A misfire condition has been detected A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission contr...

Page 151: ...roperly installed should turn the light off Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water If so your electrical system may be wet The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel See Fuel in the Index Poor fuel quality will caus...

Page 152: ...perly Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD on board diagnostic system determines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission co...

Page 153: ...w pressure zone indicate the normal operating range A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or other problems causing low oil pressure CAUTION Don t keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Damage ...

Page 154: ...System Your vehicle will not be protected by Passlock and you should see your GM dealer Service AWD Light If Equipped This light should come on briefly when you turn on the ignition as a check to show you it is working The SERVICE AWD light comes on to indicate that there may be a problem with the drive system and service is required Malfunctions can be indicated by the system before any problem i...

Page 155: ...s been selected For more information see Tow Haul Mode in the Index Check Gages Light This light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving check your various gages to see if they are in the warning zones ...

Page 156: ...with your fuel gage D At the gas station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full D The fuel tank will take either a little more or a little less fuel to fill up than the gage shows D The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up D The gage doesn t go back to empty when you turn off the ignition Low Fuel Light The LOW FUEL light will come on briefly when you are starting the ...

Page 157: ...r Conditioning 3 6 Heating 3 6 Defrosting 3 6 Rear Window Defogger Option 3 7 Ventilation System 3 8 Audio Systems 3 8 Setting the Clock for Systems with SET Button 3 8 Setting the Clock for Systems with HR and MN Buttons 3 9 AM FM Stereo 3 11 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 15 Rear Seat Audio If Equipped 3 16 Remote Compact Disc Player If Equipped 3 ...

Page 158: ...ng controls will look like this Fan Knob This control has four positions To increase airflow turn the knob toward HI To decrease airflow move it toward LO Temperature Knob This knob is next to the fan knob It controls the temperature of the air flowing into your vehicle Turn the knob clockwise for warmer air Turn the knob counterclockwise for cooler air Function Knob This knob is next to the tempe...

Page 159: ...is setting the heated outside air comes out of both the heater vents and defroster vents Adjust the temperature knob for warmer or cooler air The air conditioning compressor may operate in this setting to dehumidify the air DEFROST This setting operates the defroster Most of the air comes out near the windshield with some going to the floor vents and front side windows The air conditioning compres...

Page 160: ... The rest comes out from the defroster vents under the windshield and at the front side windows BLEND With this setting the heated outside air comes out both the heater vents and defroster vents Adjust the temperature knob for warmer or cooler air DEFROST This setting operates the defroster Most of the air comes out near the windshield with some going to the floor vents and front side windows Rear...

Page 161: ...to cool the inside air quickly MAX A C lets in only a little air from the outside If you first use MAX A C you can then use A C with the temperature knob in the blue area as soon as the vehicle has cooled down so outside air will be going through your vehicle If your vehicle has rear air conditioning setting it on LOW may enhance the front A C performance by allowing trapped refrigerant in the rea...

Page 162: ...eather with a large number of passengers or very humid conditions to help keep the windshield clear Rear Window Defogger Option If your vehicle has this option the rear window will have lines running across the glass These lines heat your window For best results clear the window of as much snow or ice as possible before using the rear window defogger To turn on the rear window defogger find the bu...

Page 163: ...de of your vehicle when it is moving With the side windows closed air will flow into the front air inlet grilles at the base of the windshield through the vehicle and out the rear air exhaust valve Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning fan is running Your vehicle has air vents near the center and on the sides of the instrument panel that allow you to adjus...

Page 164: ...ake ducts of snow and moisture and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your windows D Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle 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 wh...

Page 165: ... AM FM Press the lower knob to switch between AM and FM The display shows your selection TUNE Turn the lower knob to tune in radio stations SEEK Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there SCAN Select either AM FM1 or FM2 mode and press both SEEK buttons to listen to a few seconds of each radio station SCAN will light...

Page 166: ...1 Tune in the desired station 2 Press SET SET will appear on the display 3 Press two adjoining buttons at the same time within five seconds Whenever you press the same two buttons the station you set will return 4 Repeat the steps for each pair of pushbuttons Setting the Tone BASS Slide this lever up or down to increase or decrease bass TREB Slide this lever up or down to increase or decrease treb...

Page 167: ...necessary to overcome noise at any particular speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive If you don t want to use SCV turn the control all the way down Each notch on the control ring allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display will show your selection TUNE Press this...

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

Page 169: ...c should play CD and a CD symbol will also appear on the display Anytime you are playing a CD the letters CD will be next to the CD symbol If the disc comes back out and ERR appears on the display it could be that D You are driving on a very rough road The disc should play when the road gets smoother D The disc is upside down D It is dirty scratched or wet D It is very humid If so wait about an ho...

Page 170: ...o return to the time display AM FM While in the CD mode press this button to stop playing the CD and play the radio The CD symbol will still display but the word CD will be replaced with either AM FM1 or FM2 If the radio is turned off the disc stays in the player and will resume playing at the point where it stopped CD AUX To switch between the player and the radio when a disc is playing press the...

Page 171: ...hen the power is turned on You may operate the rear seat audio functions even when the primary radio power is off VOL Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob clockwise to increase volume and counterclockwise to decrease volume Push the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it The upper VOL knob controls the upper headphone and the lower VOL knob controls the lower he...

Page 172: ...io stations set on your primary radio pushbuttons TAPE CD With a CD in the player and the radio playing press this button to play a CD Press AM FM to return to the radio when a CD is playing The inactive CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening Remote Compact Disc Player If Equipped If you have this feature you can play one compact disc CD at a time To load a CD into the player ...

Page 173: ...r Wait about an hour and try again D You are driving on a very rough road Please contact your dealer if any error recurs or cannot be corrected PREV 1 Press this button to go back to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played Press PREV again to go to the previous track on the disc NEXT 3 Press this button to advance to the next track on the disc REV 4 Press and hold thi...

Page 174: ...oaded in the player and the radio playing press this button once to play the compact disc To return to playing the radio press AM FM EJECT Press this button on the remote player to eject a compact disc Theft Deterrent Feature If Equipped THEFTLOCKR is designed to discourage theft of your radio It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever battery power is removed The THEF...

Page 175: ...n the radio off 4 Press the 1 and 4 buttons together Hold them down until shows on the display Next you will use the secret code number which you have written down 5 Press MN and 000 will appear on the display 6 Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code 7 Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code 8 Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code mat...

Page 176: ...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 177: ...e loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage D Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting D Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile tel...

Page 178: ...e of the hole and the outer edge Care of Your Compact Disc Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged If the mast should ever become slightly bent you can straighten it out by hand If the ma...

Page 179: ...iving 4 3 Drunken Driving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Steering 4 11 Off Road Recovery 4 12 Passing 4 13 Loss of Control 4 14 Driving at Night 4 16 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 19 City Driving 4 20 Freeway Driving 4 21 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 22 Highway Hypnosis 4 22 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 24 Winter Driving 4 27 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 28 Loading Your Vehicle 4 3...

Page 180: ...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 181: ...cohol 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 probl...

Page 182: ...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 183: ...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 184: ...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 185: ...akes 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 braking skid Wh...

Page 186: ...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 187: ...fort Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here s why Experienced driver or beginner each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you t...

Page 188: ...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 child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you You can avoid these problems by braking if you can stop in ...

Page 189: ... 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 190: ...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 191: ... 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 danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of t...

Page 192: ... control more limited While driving on a surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to ...

Page 193: ... They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly ...

Page 194: ...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 195: ... is dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you re going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road Hydroplaning doesn t happen often But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low It can happen if a lot of water...

Page 196: ... to drive through flowing water as you might at a low water crossing your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle If this happens you and the other vehicle occupants could drown Don t ignore police warning signs and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips D Besides slowing dow...

Page 197: ...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 198: ...nce ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it s...

Page 199: ... your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service 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 ...

Page 200: ... 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 201: ...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 lower gear The lower gears help cool y...

Page 202: ... 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 203: ...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 204: ...summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe D Turn on your hazard flashers D Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow D Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing t...

Page 205: ...battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold But do it as little as possible Preserve the fuel as long as you can To help keep warm you can get out ...

Page 206: ...s the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel cargo and tongue weight if pulling a trailer The Certification Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles called the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out yo...

Page 207: ...l because of overloading If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash D Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle Try to spread...

Page 208: ...icle is equipped with the trailering package there is also a load rating which includes the weight of the vehicle and the trailer it tows This rating is called the Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR When you weigh your trailer be sure to include the weight of everything you put in it And remember to figure the weight of the people inside the vehicle as part of your load Your dealer can help you ...

Page 209: ...tion about towing a trailer with your vehicle Additional rear axle maintenance is required for a vehicle used to tow a trailer See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index 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 read...

Page 210: ...in at the heavier loads D You should use THIRD 3 or as you need to a lower gear when towing a trailer Operating your vehicle in THIRD 3 when towing a trailer will minimize heat buildup and extend the life of your transmission 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 v...

Page 211: ... trailer will not cause damage to the vehicle but you may experience reduced fuel economy and undesirable performance from the engine and transmission The Tow Haul Mode should be used only when pulling a heavy trailer 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 vehicl...

Page 212: ...se it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo you may 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 ve...

Page 213: ...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 214: ...e brake fluid tap at the port on the master cylinder that sends 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 unconscious...

Page 215: ...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 216: ... 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...

Page 217: ...r Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you D Start your engine D Shift into a gear and D Release the parking brake 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See t...

Page 218: ... on the ground The eight wire harness must be routed out of your vehicle between the rear door and the floor with enough of the harness left on both sides so that the trailer or the body won t pull it If you do not have the optional trailering package your vehicle will still have a trailering harness The harness is located near the passenger s side rear wheel well It consists of six wires that may...

Page 219: ...ccur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 3 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 7 Towing Your Vehicle 5 7 Engine Overheating 5 10 Cooling System 5 18 Engine Fan Noise 5 18 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 19 Changing a Flat Tire 5 32 Compact Spare Tire 5 33 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Page 220: ...asher button is located on top of the steering column Press the button 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 down again When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work They also won t flash while you re br...

Page 221: ...n t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you 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 ...

Page 222: ...lp 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 batteries Find the positive and negative terminals on each battery CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Us...

Page 223: ...nect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive and negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a negative jump starting stud Don t connect positive to negative or you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too 6 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery 7 Don t ...

Page 224: ...ive jump starting stud located near the battery The electrical connection is just as good there but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service Jumper Cable Removal A Heavy Unpainted Metal Eng...

Page 225: ...ehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance and Recreational Vehicle Towing in the Index Engine Overheating You will find an engine coolant tempe...

Page 226: ... it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damag...

Page 227: ...pen the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D for automatic transmissions If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away...

Page 228: ...sure Cap C Engine Cooling Fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down When the engine is cold the coolant level should be at the ADD mark If it isn t you may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system ...

Page 229: ...lant it is important that you use only DEX COOLR silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion may result In addition the engine coolant will require change sooner at 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX COOLR is not covered by your new vehicle w...

Page 230: ...other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable wa...

Page 231: ...ine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the ADD mark start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there s one more thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it ...

Page 232: ...hey are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap ...

Page 233: ...r hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap ...

Page 234: ...ure up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the ADD mark 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off ...

Page 235: ...adiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pressure cap At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this ...

Page 236: ... 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 off the accelerator peda...

Page 237: ...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 238: ...he side wall and down to release the tabs securing the top of the cover Remove the wheel blocks by turning the top nut counterclockwise Remove the nut and washer then pull the wheel blocks off the bolt Push down on the bolt and remove the hooked end from the slot Slide the jack toward the front of the vehicle and lift it from the mounting Remove the extension and the ratchet from the pouch ...

Page 239: ... rear of your vehicle You will use the ratchet and extension to lower the spare tire The ratchet has an UP side It also has a DOWN side Attach the ratchet with the DOWN side facing you to the extension The extension has a socket end and a flat chisel end ...

Page 240: ...rclockwise to lower the spare tire to the ground Keep turning the ratchet until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle When the tire has been lowered tilt the retainer plate at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening Pull the tire out from under the vehicle NOTICE To help avoid vehicle damage do not drive the vehicle before the cable is restored ...

Page 241: ...caps to reach your wheel nuts Styled Steel Wheel Shown If you have the styled steel wheel or aluminum wheel with plastic nut caps loosen the plastic nut caps with the ratchet and socket Make sure the DOWN side faces you To remove the hub cap from the aluminum wheel without plastic nut caps fit the flat end of the extension into the notch Then remove the center cap ...

Page 242: ...of the tire farthest away from the one being changed Then put your compact spare tire near the flat tire 2 With the DOWN side facing you use the ratchet and socket to loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 3 The jack has a bolt on the end Attach the socket end of the extension to the jack bolt ...

Page 243: ...5 25 4 Attach the ratchet to the extension with the UP side facing you 5 Turn the ratchet clockwise That will raise the jack lift head a little 6 Position the jack under the vehicle ...

Page 244: ...5 26 Front Position A Front Jack Location B Jack C Ratchet and Extension Rear Position A Rear Jack Location B Jack C Ratchet and Extension ...

Page 245: ...properly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 7 Raise the vehicle by turning the ratchet clockwise Make sure the UP mark faces you Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to fit 8 Re...

Page 246: ...In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 10 Put on the compact spare tire 11 Put the nuts on by hand Make sure the cone shaped end is toward th...

Page 247: ...2 Lower the vehicle by turning the ratchet counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 13 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown Turn the ratchet clockwise with the UP mark facing you ...

Page 248: ...omewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 lb ft 140 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 14 Remove the wheel blocks NOTICE Wheel covers won t fit on your compact spare If you try to ...

Page 249: ... Attach the ratchet with the UP side facing you to the extension 3 Put the flat end of the extension on an angle through the hole in the rear door frame above the bumper Keep turning the ratchet until you feel at least two clicks when the tire is up all the way The compact spare is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire...

Page 250: ...tion pressure regularly It should be 60 psi 420 kPa After installing the compact spare on your vehicle you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph 105 km h for distances up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and have your full size tire repaired or replaced where you want O...

Page 251: ... vehicle and can damage the chains too Don t use tire chains on your compact spare If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck you will need to spin the wheels but you don t want to spin your wheels too fast 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...

Page 252: ... and right That will clear the area around your front wheels Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear By slowly spinning your wheels in the forward and reverse directions you will cause a rocking motion that may fr...

Page 253: ...ir Cleaner Filter 6 20 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 24 All Wheel Drive If Equipped 6 25 Rear Axle 6 26 Engine Coolant 6 29 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 30 Power Steering Fluid 6 30 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 32 Brakes 6 35 Battery 6 36 Bulb Replacement 6 42 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 43 Tires 6 51 Appearance Care 6 51 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 6 54 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehi...

Page 254: ...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 255: ...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 256: ...authorized GM dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure In the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type of fuels used repairs may not be covered by your warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask your service station operator whether o...

Page 257: ...ny 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 injuries Don t...

Page 258: ...t 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 Outsid...

Page 259: ...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 260: ...quids like fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release To open the hood first pull the handle located inside the vehicle on the lower driver s side of the kick panel ...

Page 261: ...6 9 Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release Lift the hood release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood ...

Page 262: ... the hood this is what you will see A Windshield Washer Fluid B Engine Coolant C Engine Oil Dipstick D Transmission Dipstick E Engine Air Cleaner Filter F Engine Oil Fill G Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir H Power Steering Fluid Reservoir I Battery ...

Page 263: ...n just pull the hood down and close it firmly Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick has a yellow ring and is located near the center of the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more informa...

Page 264: ... at or below the ADD line then you ll need to add at least one quart of oil But you must use the right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damage...

Page 265: ...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 266: ...gine at extremely low temperatures Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil The recommended oils with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good performance and engine protection When to Change Engine Oil If any one of these is true for you use the short trip city maintenance schedule D Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles 8 to 16 km This is particularly important when outsid...

Page 267: ... 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 oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sew...

Page 268: ...he two nuts that secure it in place The nuts are located at the bottom of the extension on the driver s and passenger s side corners 3 Remove the screws located near the top on each side of the extension Grasp the extension from both sides and gently remove it ...

Page 269: ...6 17 4 Disconnect the electrical connectors and set the extension aside 5 Grasp the top of the heater duct and pull down gently to remove it ...

Page 270: ...nt of the dash When removing the cover be careful not to damage the instrument panel or the trim 7 Disconnect the AM radio ground strap 8 Grasp the bottom of the cover and slide it rearward Then lift it up and out of the vehicle If the seal does not release use the pull strap on the driver s side above the rear mount ...

Page 271: ...ge and the extension fits properly in place Install and tighten the two screws 7 Install the two nuts to secure the extension in place Engine Air Cleaner Filter Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the engine air cleaner filter and the crankcase ventilation filter See Scheduled Maintenance in the Index See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on l...

Page 272: ...eaner filter in place when you re driving Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter every 15 000 miles 25 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions D In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F ...

Page 273: ...traffic 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...

Page 274: ...osition the shift lever in PARK P D Let the engine run at idle for three minutes or more Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps 1 The transmission dipstick has a red handle and is located near the center of the engine compartment behind the air cleaner See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick an...

Page 275: ... 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 276: ...he Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant See Periodic Maintenance Inspections in the Index How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use...

Page 277: ...luid loss could indicate a problem check and have it repaired if needed What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Rear Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the...

Page 278: ...reezing 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 engine heater core or radiat...

Page 279: ...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 engine radiator heater core and other parts If you have to add coolant more than four times a yea...

Page 280: ...dd the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank CAUTION Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot Add coo...

Page 281: ... Pressure Cap The radiator pressure cap is located on on the passenger s side of the engine compartment NOTICE Your radiator cap is a 15 psi 105 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck ...

Page 282: ...e the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the FULL COLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the pr...

Page 283: ...the manufacturer s instructions for adding water D Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid D Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it s very cold This allows for expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the ...

Page 284: ... your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid it can ...

Page 285: ... not over the MAX mark What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system you...

Page 286: ...rning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly CAUTION The brake wear warning sound means that soon your brakes won t work well That could lead to an accident When you hear the brake wear warning sound have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Continuing to driv...

Page 287: ... and firmly applying the brakes a few times Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking Your vehicle was designed and tested with top quality GM brake parts When you replace parts of your braking system for example when your brake linings wear down and you have ...

Page 288: ...t careful See Jump Starting in the Index for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index Bulb Replacement For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your service department Before replacing any bulbs make sure all ...

Page 289: ...dlamps Sealed Beam Lamps 1 Remove the four retainer screws and the retainer 2 Pull the connector out and unplug the lamp 3 Plug the new lamp into the connector 4 Reverse Steps 1 and 2 to reinstall the headlamp ...

Page 290: ... Open the hood 2 Remove the two screws from the sidemarker turn signal lamp 3 Completely remove the sidemarker turn signal lamp by pulling out the assembly and disconnecting the sidemarker turn signal lamp sockets from the lamp ...

Page 291: ...d behind the corner reflector to remove the entire corner reflector 5 Remove the remaining three screws the first one from the corner reflector pocket and the two remaining from the composite assembly 6 Remove the composite assembly ...

Page 292: ...gnal Lamps 1 Remove the two screws at the inside edge of the parking turn signal lamp assembly 2 Remove the lamp assembly 3 Squeeze the tab on the side of the lamp socket while turning the socket counterclockwise 4 Pull the socket out of the lamp assembly 5 Pull the bulb from the socket 6 Gently push the new bulb into the socket 7 Put the socket back into the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise un...

Page 293: ...6 41 Taillamps 1 Open the rear door 2 Remove the two screws from behind the door 3 Pull out the taillamp assembly so you can see the socket ...

Page 294: ...llamp Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear and cracking See Wiper Blade Check in the Index for more information To replace your windshield wiper blade inserts lift the wiper arm away from the windshield Pinch the two tabs on the wiper arm and slide the insert out of the blade Slide the new one in place Make sure the tabs are ...

Page 295: ...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 sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure D Worn old tires can cause accidents If your tread is...

Page 296: ...ressure You can t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they re underinflated Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6 000 to 8 000 miles 10 000 to 13 000 km Any time you notice unusual wear...

Page 297: ...r inflation pressures as shown on the Certification Tire label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attach...

Page 298: ...or location of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Certification Tire label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires get ones with that same TPC Spec number That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to...

Page 299: ...here applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States The grades ...

Page 300: ... to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel ...

Page 301: ...he kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle CAUTION Using the wrong r...

Page 302: ...hains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the rear axle tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer s instructions If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow down u...

Page 303: ...quer Thinner D Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle D Alcohol D Laundry Soap D Bleach D Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl leather plastic a...

Page 304: ...roughly 5 As soon as you ve cleaned the section use a sponge to remove the suds 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean damp towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soile...

Page 305: ...hoe polish on leather D Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the w...

Page 306: ...be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon AmiR Powder non scratching glass cleaning powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full strength w...

Page 307: ... Exterior Lamps Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in th...

Page 308: ...ners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Cleaning Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner NOTICE When applying a tire dressin...

Page 309: ...they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical ...

Page 310: ... 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 311: ...ficates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on the inside of the rear edge of the passenger s door It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is D your VIN D the model designatio...

Page 312: ...ed by a circuit breaker in the lamp switch An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is cau...

Page 313: ...Spare fuses and a fuse puller are located in the underhood electrical center You can remove fuses with the fuse puller Remember to replace any of the spare fuses you use so you will have some if you ever need them again If you ever have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along witho...

Page 314: ...s on the lower portion of the instrument panel on the driver s side Fuse Circuit Breaker Usage 1 Stop Turn Hazard Lamps CHMSL ABS 2 Radio Accy RR Seat Audio Controls 3 Courtesy Lamps Glove Box Lamp Dome Reading Lamps Vanity Mirror Lamps Courtesy Lamps ...

Page 315: ...ation TBC Module 10 Air Bag System 11 Not Used Fuse Circuit Breaker Usage 12 L M1 M2 Blower Motor Rear A C Relay Coil Front Cont Temp Door Motor HI Blower Relay Defogger Timer Coil 13 Cigarette Lighter Door Lock Switches Dutch Door Release Module 14 Cluster Illum HVAC Controls Chime Module Radio Illumination Rear Heat Switch Illumination Rear Wiper Washer Switch Illumination Rear Liftgate Switch I...

Page 316: ...rors 22 Not Used 23 Rear Wiper Rear Washer Pump 24 Not Used A Circuit Breaker Power Door Lock Relay 6 Way Power Seats B Circuit Breaker Power Windows Underhood Electrical Center The underhood electrical center is located toward the rear of the engine compartment on the driver s side Lift the hood and open the cover to gain access to this fuse block A fuse puller is included in the underhood electr...

Page 317: ...essory Starter Enable Relay Starter A C Enable Relay Air Conditioning Headlamps Relay Headlamps Fuel Pump Relay Fuel Pump Fuse Circuit Breaker Usage UPFITTER BATT Upfitter Battery Power Stud Trailer Wiring Harness UPFITTER ACCY Upfitter Accessory Relay Spare Not used Spare Not used Spare Not used ECM 1B Fuel Pump Relay and Motor VCM Oil Pressure Switch Sender ...

Page 318: ...sor VCM Coil Driver Module EST Ignition Coil Blank Not Used RH HDLMP Right Headlamp LH Headlamp Left Headlamp Fuse Circuit Breaker Usage Blank Not Used Blank Not Used DIODE 1 A C Blank Not Used Blank Not Used Blank Not Used LIGHTING Courtesy Fuse Pwr Adj Mirrors Fuse TBC Battery Fuse BATT Power ACCY CB Stop Hazard Fuse Auxiliary Power Fuse Cigarette Lighter Fuse Radio Battery Fuse IGN A Starter Re...

Page 319: ...ntity Trade No Halogen Headlamps Sealed Beam 2 H6054 Halogen Headlamps Composite 2 9006 Low Beam Halogen Headlamps Composite 2 9005 High Beam Parking Turn Signal Lamps 2 3157NA Rear Stoplamps 2 2057 Sidemarker Lamps 4 194 Back Up Lamps 2 1156 ...

Page 320: ... 4 3 2 Horsepower 190 at 4 400 rpm Central Sequential Fuel Injection Wheel Nut Torque Base or Optional Wheel 100 lb ft 140 N m Tire Pressures See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Cooling System Capacity Quantity without Rear Heater 13 5 quarts 12 8 L Quantity with Rear Heater 16 5 quarts 15 6 L After refill the level must be checked All quantities are approximate Crankcase Capacity Quantity with ...

Page 321: ...e contact your GM truck dealer Engine Oil Filter PF47 Engine Air Cleaner Filter A1163C Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV Valve CV769C Spark Plugs 41 932 Spark Plug Gap 0 060 inches 1 52 mm Fuel Filter GF481 Wiper Blades Front Trico 22110158 Pin Type 18 inches 45 7 cm Length Wiper Blade Rear Trico 22154396 Pin Type 14 inches 35 5 cm Length ACDelcoR part number Vehicle Dimensions Length 189 8 inche...

Page 322: ...y dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 8 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 7 30 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7 43 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 48 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 50 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 52 Part E Maintenance Record ...

Page 323: ...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 324: ...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 325: ...lls 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 services your vehicle uses these All parts should be replaced and all necessary rep...

Page 326: ...ou operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or 3 months whichever occurs first Drive Axle Service or 3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Mi...

Page 327: ...hese intervals only summarize maintenance services Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages Long Trip Highway Definition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance are true Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used for trailer towing driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads Use the S...

Page 328: ...l Bearing Repack 2WD only or at each brake relining whichever occurs first Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transmission Service normal conditions Transfer Case Fluid Change Long Trip Highway Intervals Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Every 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Spark Plug Wire Inspection Spark Plug Replacement Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV Valve I...

Page 329: ...e We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension ball joints and kingpin bushings steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides and brake pedal springs A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection under Periodic Main...

Page 330: ...for leaking See footnote 6 000 Miles 10 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection an...

Page 331: ... for leaking See footnote 12 000 Miles 20 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection ...

Page 332: ...tant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In ...

Page 333: ... for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 21 000 Miles 35 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level a...

Page 334: ... for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 27 000 Miles 45 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level a...

Page 335: ...el filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such...

Page 336: ... for leaking See footnote 36 000 Miles 60 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level a...

Page 337: ... for leaking See footnote 42 000 Miles 70 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection ...

Page 338: ... each brake relining whichever occurs first j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your veh...

Page 339: ...ormation See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter j Change transfer case fluid 51 000 Miles 85 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis c...

Page 340: ... for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 57 000 Miles 95 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level a...

Page 341: ...gs or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use ...

Page 342: ...rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 66 000 Miles 110 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check co...

Page 343: ...t An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km j...

Page 344: ...larly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Serv...

Page 345: ... for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 81 000 Miles 135 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level ...

Page 346: ... for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 87 000 Miles 145 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level ...

Page 347: ...omatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and ...

Page 348: ... for leaking See footnote 96 000 Miles 160 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection...

Page 349: ...ity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 100 000 Miles 166 000 km j Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service j Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter j Change transfer case fluid j Inspec...

Page 350: ...l cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service ACTUAL SERVICED BY MILEAGE DATE ...

Page 351: ...rranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension ball joints and kingpin bushings steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides and brake pedal springs A good time to check...

Page 352: ...onal information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Change automatic transmissi...

Page 353: ...rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j ...

Page 354: ...utomatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid an...

Page 355: ...additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Change automatic tran...

Page 356: ... previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter j Change transfer case fluid 52 500 Miles 87 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as...

Page 357: ...ings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not us...

Page 358: ...e engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern ...

Page 359: ...utomatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid an...

Page 360: ...tation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle s...

Page 361: ... hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection a...

Page 362: ...es See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 100 000 Miles 166 000 km j Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service j Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid chan...

Page 363: ... cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service ACTUAL SERVICED BY MILEAGE DATE ...

Page 364: ...checks at each fuel fill Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level 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 w...

Page 365: ...lso see Wiper Blades 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 to tighten the cable See Storing the Spare Tire and Tools in the Index Wea...

Page 366: ... to use More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment Starter Switch 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 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake See Parking Brake in the In...

Page 367: ... NOTE Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the key to the RUN position but don t start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P your vehicle needs service Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake...

Page 368: ...ng your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only D To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake follo...

Page 369: ... and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions which c...

Page 370: ...ssary A fluid loss could indicate a problem check and have it repaired if needed 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 Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks ...

Page 371: ...n drinkable water and use only GM GoodwrenchR DEX COOLR or HavolineR DEX COOLR Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer Solvent GM OptikleenR Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Parking Brake Cable Guides Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985 o...

Page 372: ...SAE 80W 90 Axle Lubricant GM Part No 1052271 or equivalent USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Rear Axle Locking Differential Axle Lubricant use only GM Part No 1052271 Do not add friction modifier Automatic Transfer Case AUTO TRAK II Fluid GM Part No 12378508 Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl LubriplateR Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant me...

Page 373: ...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 374: ...7 53 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 375: ...7 54 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 376: ...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 377: ...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 378: ...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 379: ...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 380: ...istance 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 mobi...

Page 381: ...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 382: ...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 383: ...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 384: ...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 385: ...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 386: ... 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 387: ...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 388: ... 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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