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Summary of Contents for 2002 Sonoma

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Page 3: ... General Motors of Canada Limited for GMC whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it We support voluntary technician certification For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propriétaires canadiens Vous p...

Page 4: ...nd 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 reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others c...

Page 5: ...ent colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle may be equipped with components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols used on your vehicle are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gage or indicator If you ...

Page 6: ...v These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle ...

Page 7: ...vi Model Reference This manual covers these models Regular Cab Pickup Extended Cab Pickup Crew CabR ...

Page 8: ... Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 16 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 16 Driver Position 1 23 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 24 Right Front Passenger Position 1 24 Air Bag System 1 34 Center Passenger Position 1 36 Rear Seat Passengers Extended Cab Jump Seats 1 37 Rear Seat Passengers 1 40 Children 1 44 Restraint Systems for Children 1 59 Older Children 1 6...

Page 9: ...s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Move the lever under the front of a manual seat up to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever Try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place ...

Page 10: ...l be a knob located on the outboard side of the driver s seat Turn the knob counterclockwise to increase lumbar support and clockwise to decrease lumbar support Power Seats If Equipped If your vehicle has this feature there will be a control on the outboard side of the front seat s ...

Page 11: ...the vehicle Moving the whole control up or down raises or lowers the whole seat Vertical Control Move the reclining front seatback forward or rearward by moving the control toward the front or rear of the vehicle Power Lumbar Control If Equipped If your vehicle has this feature there will be a control located on the outboard side of the front seat s Press and hold the front of the control until yo...

Page 12: ...thin five seconds of programming the memory button You will hear a chime to confirm programming of the transmitter When your vehicle is in PARK P for an automatic transmission or the parking brake is engaged for a manual transmission push and release the numbered memory button you just stored The seat will move to the set position You will hear one chime Pressing the UNLOCK button of a keyless ent...

Page 13: ...he heater on high Move the control to the center position to turn the heater off The passenger s safety belt must be engaged for the heated seat feature to work on the passenger s seat Reclining Seatbacks If your vehicle is equipped with power seats see Power Seats earlier in this section for information on reclining the seatback To adjust a manual front seatback lift the lever on the outboard sid...

Page 14: ...s job because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback ...

Page 15: ... closest to the top of your head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash Seatback Latches Regular or Extended Cab Only The front seatback folds forward to let people get into the rear seat or to access the storage area behind the seat To fold the front seatback forward push the lever on the side of the seat rearward and pull the seatback forward ...

Page 16: ...nt bucket or split bench seat on some models makes it easy to get in and out of the rear vehicle area 1 Tilt the right front seatback completely forward and the whole seat will slide forward 2 Return the seatback to its original position after someone gets into the rear seat area Then move the seat rearward until it locks CAUTION If an easy entry right front seat isn t locked it can move In a sudd...

Page 17: ... safety belts be damaged by the hinges or the latches Safety belts should be folded and stored between the seat cushion and seatback Rear Seat Crew Cab The rear seatback can be tilted forward to let you reach the area behind it To tilt the seatback forward lift up on the lever located at the base of the seatback on the driver s or passenger s side Then tilt the seatback forward To return the seatb...

Page 18: ... inside the vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously inj...

Page 19: ...rashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive 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 ...

Page 20: ...1 13 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop ...

Page 21: ...1 14 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel ...

Page 22: ...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 23: ...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 24: ...you more slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of t...

Page 25: ...de under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor ...

Page 26: ...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 27: ...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 28: ... 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 29: ...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 30: ...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 31: ...al air bags are designed 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 sa...

Page 32: ...ible while still maintaining control of the vehicle CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the prot...

Page 33: ...ol The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information How the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel ...

Page 34: ...and an air bag the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between an occupant and an air bag and don t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering ...

Page 35: ...f conditions including off road usage Observe safe driving speeds especially on rough terrain As always wear your safety belt See Off Road Driving in the Index for more tips on off road driving What makes an air bag inflate In an impact of sufficient severity the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator which infla...

Page 36: ...the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an air bag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but can t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates the...

Page 37: ...he right front passenger s air bag the bag may not work properly You may have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger s air bag Do not open or break the air bag coverings Air Bag Off Switch Regular Cab and Extended Cab Models If your vehicle is a regular cab model or an extended cab model it has a switch ...

Page 38: ...on which according to the child s physician makes it necessary for the child to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child s condition Medical Condition A passenger has a medical condition which according to his or her physician D causes the passenger air bag to pose a special risk for the passenger and D makes the potential harm from the passenger air bag in a cras...

Page 39: ...ay on to remind you that the air bag is off CAUTION If the air bag readiness light ever comes on when you have turned off the air bag it means that something may be wrong with the air bag system The right front passenger s air bag could inflate even though the switch is off If this ever happens don t let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of a passenger air bag risk gro...

Page 40: ...e information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system To purchase a service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index CAUTION For up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected an air bag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an air bag when it inflates Avoid wires wrapped with yellow tape or...

Page 41: ...your vehicle s frame bumper system front end sheet metal or height they may keep the air bag system from working properly Also the air bag system may not work properly if you relocate any of the air bag sensors If you have any questions about this you should contact Customer Assistance before you modify your vehicle The phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Cus...

Page 42: ...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 43: ...t for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Each jump seat has a lap belt with no retractor To make the belt longe...

Page 44: ...e belt just push the button on the buckle Don t use child restraints on these seats They won t work properly Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a...

Page 45: ...back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release bu...

Page 46: ...ic 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 or a crash The safety belt also locks if y...

Page 47: ...other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Infants and Young Children Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection...

Page 48: ...much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint ...

Page 49: ...r are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used For most basic types of child restraints there are many different models available When purchasing a child restraint be sure it is designed to be use...

Page 50: ...fants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints 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 the vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Instead it may settle up around the child s abdomen In a crash the belt ...

Page 51: ... 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 52: ...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 53: ...raps and a crotch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached 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 ...

Page 54: ...ront passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Be sure to turn off the air bag before using a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat position Where to Put the Restraint Crew Cab Pickup Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat...

Page 55: ...g child seat must be secured in the vehicle s right front seat the seat should be moved back as far as possible However it is better to secure the restraint in a rear seat Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any ...

Page 56: ...ide of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed If you have an adjustable head restraint route the top strap under it When using a top strap equipped child restraint in a rear outboard seating position of a crew cab model route the top strap through the opening in the head restraint Then attach it to the anchor point for that seating position Once you have the t...

Page 57: ...oints for the top strap in a regular or extended cab are located behind the front seat The anchor points for the rear seat child restraint positions in the Crew Cab are located on the back wall behind the rear seat ...

Page 58: ...ild restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button i...

Page 59: ... the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure ...

Page 60: ...or an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position Regular Cab Extended Cab Models and in the Center Rear Seat Position Crew Cab Models Don t use child restraints in these positions The restraints won t work properly Jump Seats Extended Cab Don t use child restraints in these positions The restraints won t work properly ...

Page 61: ...n use to turn off the right front passenger s air bag when you want to secure a rear facing child restraint at the right front passenger s position See Air Bag Off Switch in the Index for more on this including important safety information Unless your vehicle has the air bag off switch and the passenger s air bag has been turned off never put a rear facing child restraint in the right front passen...

Page 62: ...aint 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 of a crew cab CAUTION If the air bag readiness light ever comes on when you have turned off the air bag it means that something may be wrong with the air bag system The right front passenger s air bag ...

Page 63: ...r bag is turned off See Air Bag Off Switch in the Index On all models if your child restraint is forward facing always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing it in this seat See Seats in the Index 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructi...

Page 64: ... the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure ...

Page 65: ...hicle unless the person who will be sitting there is a member of a passenger air bag risk group See Air Bag Off Switch in the Index CAUTION If the right front passenger s air bag is turned off for a person who isn t in a risk group identified by the national government that person won t have the extra protection of an air bag In a crash the air bag wouldn t be able to inflate and help protect the ...

Page 66: ...ble an older child should wear a lap shoulder 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 In a crash children who are not buckled up ca...

Page 67: ...er belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very close to the child s face or neck y...

Page 68: ...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 69: ...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 70: ...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 door opening 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 71: ...2 Starting Your Engine 2 25 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 26 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 29 Manual Transmission Operation 2 31 Four Wheel Drive If Equipped 2 34 Parking Brake 2 35 Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transmission Only 2 37 Shifting Out of PARK P Automatic Transmission Only 2 38 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 38 Engine Exhaust 2 39 Running Your Engine While You re Parked Au...

Page 72: ...icle with the windows closed is dangerous A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather ...

Page 73: ...ress the side of the switch with the up arrow to raise the window Express Down Window The driver s window switch marked AUTO also has an express down feature that allows you to lower the window without holding the window switch Press the driver s window switch down briefly to activate the express down feature Lightly tap the switch to open the window slightly The express down feature can be interr...

Page 74: ...ward the front of the vehicle and then push the latch out and rearward When you close the window be sure the latch engages Sliding Rear Window If Equipped Squeeze the latch in the center of the window and slide the glass to open it When you close the window be sure the latch is engaged ...

Page 75: ...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 76: ...fe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using this number Your dealer should also have this number NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of features that can help prevent theft But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in So be sure you have extra keys If you ever do ge...

Page 77: ...me heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it D Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle You can use the keyless entry system if you have this feature You can also ...

Page 78: ...r unlocks Press the lock side of the power lock switch on the door panel once and then the unlock side once If your vehicle is not equipped with remote keyless entry you may not be able to utilize this option 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 this is the factory setting D All doors lock None of the d...

Page 79: ...l the way toward you and hold it while you perform the next step 2 Turn your key to RUN and OFF twice Then with the key in OFF release the turn signal multifunction lever Once you do this you will hear the lock switch lock and unlock 3 You are now ready to program the automatic door locks Select one of the previous four programming options and follow the instructions You will have 30 seconds to be...

Page 80: ...pposite rear door If the security locks are engaged the rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside If you want to open the rear door when the security lock is on unlock the door and open the door from the outside Lockout Prevention This feature protects you from locking your key in the vehicle when the key is in the ignition and a door is open If the power lock switch is pressed w...

Page 81: ... cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote keyless entry system If the transmitter does n...

Page 82: ...nd taillamps will flash for up to 30 seconds This can be turned off by pressing the panic button again waiting for 30 seconds or starting the vehicle Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring a...

Page 83: ...ry use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery in the keyless entry transmitter do the following 1 Insert an object like a thin coin in the slot between the covers of the transmitter housing near the key ring hole Remove the bottom by twisting the coin 2 Remove and replace the battery with a three ...

Page 84: ...st close the side access panel before you can close the driver s door Tailgate You can open the tailgate by pulling up on the handle while pulling the tailgate down When you put the tailgate back up be sure it latches securely Follow these steps if you want to remove the tailgate 1 Raise the tailgate slightly 2 Remove both retaining cables To remove each cable turn it so the end faces the front Th...

Page 85: ...ng we put on it can make it impossible to steal However there are ways you can help Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside it s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves so don t do it When you park your vehicle and open the driver s door you ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Always do this Your steering ...

Page 86: ...ur vehicle has a remote keyless entry system take the transmitter with you D Lock all the doors except the driver s Content Theft Deterrent If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with a Content Theft Deterrent alarm system With this system the SECURITY light will flash as you open the door if your ignition is off This light reminds you to activate the theft deterrent system Here s how to do it 1...

Page 87: ...will set off the alarm If you set off the alarm by accident unlock any door with the key You can also turn off the alarm by pressing UNLOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter The alarm won t stop if you try to unlock a door any other way Testing the Alarm The alarm can be tested by following these steps 1 From inside the vehicle lower the driver s window and open the driver s door 2 Activate ...

Page 88: ...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 fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index See your dealer for service In an emergency call the GM Roadside Assistance Center See Roadside Assistance in the Index New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your vehicle doesn t need an elaborate...

Page 89: ...and power windows if equipped when the engine is off Push in the key and turn it toward you Your steering wheel will remain locked just as it was before you inserted the key NOTICE Don t operate accessories in the ACCESSORY position for long periods of time Prolonged operation of accessories in the ACCESSORY position could drain your battery and prevent you from starting your vehicle ...

Page 90: ...y when the ignition is turned to LOCK NOTICE If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can t turn it be sure you are using the correct key if so is it all the way in If it is then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard Turn the key only with your hand Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch If none of this works then your vehicle needs service ...

Page 91: ...ut On automatic transmission vehicles turn the key to LOCK and pull it straight out Retained Accessory Power RAP Your vehicle is equipped with a Retained Accessory Power RAP feature which will allow certain features on your vehicle to continue to work for up to 20 minutes after the ignition key is turned to OFF Your radio and power windows will work when the ignition key is in RUN or ACCESSORY Onc...

Page 92: ...TEC 2200 L4 Engine 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn your ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm NOTICE Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor Wait about 15 seconds between each try ...

Page 93: ...uipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform properly Starting Your VORTEC 4300 V6 Engine 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm NOTICE Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much ...

Page 94: ... floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds When the engine starts let go of the key and accelerator If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same thing but this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds This clears the extra gasoline from the engine NOTICE Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add e...

Page 95: ...mpartment behind the underhood fuse block 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three pron...

Page 96: ...nded that you disconnect the battery cable from the battery to prevent discharging your battery PARK P This position locks your rear wheels It s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can t move easily CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave you...

Page 97: ... damage your transmission Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transmission see Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index NEUTRAL N In this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only CAUTION Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N...

Page 98: ...r but lower fuel economy than THIRD 3 You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on You can also use SECOND 2 for starting your vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hi...

Page 99: ...ft lever in NEUTRAL and let up on the clutch Press the clutch pedal back down Then shift into FIRST 1 SECOND 2 Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND 2 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal THIRD FOURTH AND FIFTH 3 4 and 5 Shift into THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 the same way you do for SECOND 2 Slowly let up on the cl...

Page 100: ...your vehicle is moving could damage your transmission Use REVERSE R along with the parking brake for parking your vehicle Shift Light If you have a manual transmission you have a SHIFT light This light will show you when to shift to the next higher gear for best fuel economy When this light comes on you can shift to the next higher gear if weather road and traffic conditions let you For the best f...

Page 101: ...transfer case is in 4LO Four Wheel Drive If Equipped If your vehicle has four wheel drive you can send your engine s driving power to all four wheels for extra traction To get the most satisfaction out of four wheel drive you must be familiar with its operation Read the part that follows before using four wheel drive You should use two wheel high 2HI for most normal driving conditions NOTICE Drivi...

Page 102: ...r front axle to give you extra traction You may never need 4LO It sends the maximum power to all four wheels You might choose 4LO if you were driving off road in sand mud or deep snow and climbing or descending steep hills Indicator lights in the buttons show you which setting you are in The indicator lights will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and one will stay on If the lights do n...

Page 103: ...nated before shifting your transmission into gear This will get you into 4LO but you should take your vehicle in for service to restore normal operation Shifting from 4LO to 4HI or 2HI To shift from 4LO to 4HI or 2HI your vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph 4 8 km h with the transmission in NEUTRAL N or the clutch pedal engaged The preferred method for shifting out of 4LO is to have ...

Page 104: ... the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle To release the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down If you are towing a trailer and you must park on a hill see Towing a Trailer in the Index That section shows w...

Page 105: ...move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow Always put the shift lever fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake with your left foot 2 Move the shift lev...

Page 106: ...he parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you ve moved the shift leve...

Page 107: ...shift lock control system You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in RUN See Automatic Transmission in the Index If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way up into PARK P as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you want If you ever hold the brake ...

Page 108: ...sciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if D Your exhaust system sounds strange or different D Your vehicle gets rusty underneath D Your vehicle was damaged in a collision D Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris D Repairs weren t done correctly D Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is...

Page 109: ...ER park in a garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Blizzard in the Index 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 Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you ve left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly ...

Page 110: ...the steering wheel pad to sound the horn Tilt Wheel If Equipped A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter your vehicle The tilt lever is located on the driver s side of the steering column under the turn signal lever To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever towa...

Page 111: ...e turn is finished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows don t fla...

Page 112: ...re on this indicator light on the instrument panel cluster will also be on Flash To Pass Feature This feature lets you use your high beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass It works even if your headlamps are in the automatic position To use it pull the turn signal lever toward you but not so far that you hear a click If your headlamps are in the automatic position ...

Page 113: ...teady wiping at low speed HI High Speed Turn the band away from you to HI and past the delay settings for wiping steady at high speed Delayed Wiping You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes Turn the band to choose the delay time The closer to LO the shorter the delay Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield...

Page 114: ...Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision Cruise Control If Equipped With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h If you have an automatic transmission and you apply your brakes the cru...

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

Page 116: ...dal to get to the higher speed Press the button at the end of the lever then release the button and the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed D Move the cruise switch from ON to R A Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want and then release the switch To increase your speed in very small amounts briefly move the switch to R A Each time you do this your vehicle will go ...

Page 117: ...ep hills Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control D Step lightly on the brake pedal or push the clutch pedal if you have a manual transmission D Move the cruise switch to OFF Erasing Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition your cruise control set speed memory is erased Exterior Lamps The control on the driver s side of the instrument panel o...

Page 118: ...heavy overcast weather or a tunnel This is normal There is a delay in the transition between the daytime and nighttime operation of the Daytime Running Lamps DRL and the automatic headlamp systems 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 lasti...

Page 119: ...s The DRL system on some vehicles may turn off temporarily while the turn signals are activated To idle an automatic transmission vehicle with the DRL off put the transmission in PARK P or set the parking brake To idle a manual transmission vehicle with the DRL off set the parking brake The DRL will stay off until you shift out of PARK P or release the parking brake The following does not apply to...

Page 120: ...nt panel lights It is located on the driver s side of your instrument panel next to the exterior lamps control Turn the thumbwheel up to make your instrument panel lights brighter or down to dim them Turn the thumbwheel all the way up to turn on the interior lamps Illuminated Entry Your vehicle is equipped with an illuminated entry feature When any door is opened the dome lamps will come on if the...

Page 121: ...turn the lamps on and off by pressing the switch near each lamp Dome Lamps The dome lamps will come on when you open any door You can also turn the dome lamps on by turning the thumbwheel located next to the exterior lamps control all the way up to the second notch In this position the dome lamps will remain on whether a door is opened or closed You can use the DOME OVERRIDE button located below t...

Page 122: ...operation D Shut off all lamps and close all doors or D turn the ignition key to RUN Mirrors Inside Day Night Rearview Mirror Pull the tab under the mirror toward you to reduce glare from headlamps behind you after dark Push the tab away from you for normal daytime operation Electrochromic Day Night Inside Rearview Mirror If Equipped This mirror automatically changes to reduce glare from headlamps...

Page 123: ...tomatic feature off Time Delay The automatic mirror has a time delay feature which prevents unnecessary switching from the night back to the day position This delay prevents rapid changing of the mirror as you drive under lights and through traffic Cleaning the Photocells Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the photocells when necessary Outside Manual Adjust Mirror Adjust your outside mir...

Page 124: ...ted on the four way control pad to adjust the mirror Convex Outside Mirror A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right or left lane you could hit a vehicle Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing la...

Page 125: ...re is turned on the defogger will warm the mirrors to help clear them of snow or condensation The heated mirror feature will turn off automatically when the mirror is clear Storage Compartments Glove Box To open your glove box lift the lever on the front of the glove box and lower the door The glove box should not be open while driving Overhead Console Crew CabR If Equipped The overhead console in...

Page 126: ...ner If you have a garage door opener the front overhead compartment can be used to conveniently store the opener To install the garage door opener first open the compartment door by pressing the latch forward Peel the protective backing from the hook and loop patch Press it firmly to the back of your garage door opener as close to the center of the opener as possible ...

Page 127: ...a time until the garage door opener operates with the compartment door closed when you press the button Now with the compartment door closed press the button again to make sure the garage door opener operates properly With the garage door opener positioned properly and the right number of pegs in place you should only have to press the button slightly to operate the opener Adjust the position of t...

Page 128: ...mperature indicated will be the last outside temperature recorded with the ignition on If the outside temperature is 37_F 3_C or lower when you turn on the ignition the word ICE will appear on the display This is a warning to the driver that road conditions may be icy and that appropriate precautions should be taken The compass is self calibrating so it does not need to be manually set However whe...

Page 129: ...t the variance for your particular location 1 Find your location on the zone map Record your zone number 2 Press and hold both the ON OFF and the US MET buttons The display will go off 3 After five seconds VAR CAL Variance Calibration will appear on the display When it does release both buttons 4 Press US MET until your zone number appears on the display 5 Press ON OFF to enter your zone number Yo...

Page 130: ...on each door Crew Cab models have storage pockets and cupholders on rear doors Front Storage Area If your vehicle has this console compartment squeeze the front lever while lifting the top to open it You can store cassettes and compact discs in the slots in front of the compartment There is also a lift out storage tray in the console ...

Page 131: ...er Some vehicles may have a storage pocket on the back of the bucket or 60 40 bench seats Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter Pull the front ashtray door down to open it NOTICE Don t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtray If you do cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire causing damage To remove the front ashtray pull the bin upward ...

Page 132: ...Accessory Power Outlets With accessory power outlets you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or CB radio There are two accessory power outlets located near the center of the vehicle on the lower part of the instrument panel A small cap must be pulled down to access an accessory power outlet When not using an outlet be sure to cover it with the protective cap NOT...

Page 133: ...other things from working as they should This wouldn t be covered by your warranty Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment and never use anything that exceeds the amperage rating When adding electrical equipment be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment NOTICE Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only Do not hang any type of acce...

Page 134: ...2 64 The Instrument Panel Your Information System ...

Page 135: ...el Cluster C Electronic Transfer Case Switch If Equipped D Lamp Controls E Fog Lamp Button If Equipped F Brake Release G Passenger Air Bag Off Switch If Equipped H Ashtray I Comfort Controls J Accessory Power Outlets If Equipped K Heated Outside Rearview Mirror Button If Equipped L Audio System M Glove Box ...

Page 136: ...er is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you ve used and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically Base level cluster United States Canada similar ...

Page 137: ...2 67 Uplevel cluster United States Canada similar ...

Page 138: ... set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero To view the trip odometer press the button near the readout To reset the trip odometer hold the button until it clears Tachometer If Equipped The t...

Page 139: ...dicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you what to do about it Please follow this manual s advice Wait...

Page 140: ...his means the system is ready If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the air bag system may not be working properly The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash ...

Page 141: ...information CAUTION If the right front passenger s air bag is turned off for a person who isn t in a risk group identified by the national government that person won t have the extra protection of an air bag In a crash the air bag wouldn t be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there Don t turn off the passenger s air bag unless the person sitting there is in a risk group identifie...

Page 142: ...icle until you have your vehicle serviced Charging System Indicator Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition but the engine is not running as a check to show you it is working It should go out once the engine is running If it stays on or comes on while you are driving you may have a problem with the charging system It could indicate that you have problems ...

Page 143: ...his condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle As engine speeds are increased this condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to create maximum power You can only drive for a short time with the reading in either warning zone If you must drive turn off all unnecessary accessories Readings in either warning z...

Page 144: ...ed right away United States Canada This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If ...

Page 145: ...gular brakes See Brake System Warning Light earlier in this section The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Engine Coolant Temperature Gage United States Canada This gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves in...

Page 146: ... to your vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty NOTICE Modi...

Page 147: ...nter diagnosis and service may be required If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle D Reducing vehicle speed D Avoiding hard accelerations D Avoiding steep uphill grades D If you are towing a trailer reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light stops flashing and remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady followin...

Page 148: ... 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 cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed You may notice this as stalling after start up stalling when you put the vehicle into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditions may go away...

Page 149: ...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 control systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this...

Page 150: ... range A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or other problems causing low oil pressure Security Light This light will come on briefly when you turn the key toward START The light will stay on until the engine starts If the light flashes the PasslockR system has entered a tamper mode If the vehicle fails to start see Passlock in the Index If the light come...

Page 151: ...drive system and service is required Malfunctions can be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent which may prevent serious damage to the vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing a malfunction Check Gages Light If this light comes on and stays on while you are driving check your coolant temperature and engine oil pressure gages to...

Page 152: ... At the gas station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full D It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank D The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up D The gage doesn t go back to empty when yo...

Page 153: ...gnition and move the vehicle the temperature indicated will be the last outside temperature recorded with the ignition on If the outside temperature is 37_F 3_C or lower the display will toggle between the word ICE and the current temperature every 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 cali...

Page 154: ... return to the COMP TEMP mode TRIP Once in the TRIP mode pressing the MODE button will step you through the following TRIP functions D AVG ECON Average Economy The average fuel economy since the last reset is displayed D INST ECON Instantaneous Economy Instantaneous fuel economy for the last second of driving is displayed D RANGE The display indicates the estimated distance that can be travelled w...

Page 155: ...16 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 21 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 26 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System RDS and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 34 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System RDS and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3...

Page 156: ...m panel is used to adjust the fan speed To increase airflow turn the knob clockwise To decrease airflow turn it counterclockwise Temperature Knob The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the relative temperature of the air flowing into the passenger area of your vehicle Turn the knob clockwise toward the red area for warmer air Turn the knob counterclockwise toward the blue area for co...

Page 157: ...hrough the floor outlets Bi Level Air is delivered through the floor outlets as well as the instrument panel outlets Floor This setting directs most of the air through the floor outlets and some air through the windshield defroster outlets Blend Airflow is divided equally between the floor outlet and the windshield defroster outlets DEFROST This setting directs most air through the windshield defr...

Page 158: ... the air through the instrument panel vents and a small amount through the floor vents A C Air Conditioning This setting cools the air entering your vehicle and directs most of the air through the instrument panel vents and a small amount through the floor vents Bi Level This setting cools the air entering your vehicle and directs it through the heater floor outlets as well as the instrument panel...

Page 159: ...r and cooler air to the instrument panel outlets If you have the VORTEC 4300 V6 engine when the air conditioner is on you may sometimes notice slight changes in your vehicle s engine speed and power This is normal because the system is designed to cycle the compressor on and off to keep the desired temperature Heating The heater works best if you keep your windows closed while using it On cold day...

Page 160: ...ormation see Heated Outside Mirrors in the Index Ventilation System Your vehicle s ventilation system supplies outside air to the inside of your vehicle when it is moving When the vehicle is not moving you can get outside air to flow through by selecting any mode and any fan speed You will find air outlets in the center and on the sides of your instrument panel You can direct the airflow side to s...

Page 161: ...u will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all its controls to be sure you re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it Setting the Clock for Systems with the SET Button Press SET Within five seconds press and hold the right SEEK arrow until the correct minute appears on the displ...

Page 162: ... buttons at the same time for two seconds until UPDATED and the clock symbol appears on the display If the time is not available from the station NO UPDAT will appear on the display instead RDS clock time is broadcast once a minute Once you have tuned to an RDS broadcast station it may take a few minutes for your clock time to update AM FM Stereo Playing the Radio Power Turn the VOLUME knob clockw...

Page 163: ...d seven FM2 by performing the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select AM FM1 or FM2 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press SET SET will appear on the display 5 Press one of the four pushbuttons within five seconds Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton the station you set will return 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton In addition to the four stations already set up to t...

Page 164: ... speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Turn the control ring behind the lower knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers AM FM Stereo Playing the Radio PWR Power Press this knob to turn the system on and off VOL Volume Turn the knob clockwise to increase volume Turn it counterclockwise to decr...

Page 165: ...one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning presets The channel number P1 P6 will appear momentarily just before the frequency is displayed The radio will scan preset stations with a strong signal only Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six FM1 and six FM2 by performing the following steps 1 Turn the ...

Page 166: ...ust the balance between the right and left speakers press and release AUDIO until BAL appears on the display Then press and hold the up arrow to move the sound to the right speakers or the down arrow to move the sound to the left speakers R and a number will appear on the display when the sound is balanced toward the right speakers L and a number will appear on the display when the sound is balanc...

Page 167: ...tem has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CAL appears on the display it means that your radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and must be returned to the dealership for service LOC Locked This message is displayed when the TheftlockR system has locked up Your vehicle must be returned to the dealership for service AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player If Equipp...

Page 168: ...orming the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select AM FM1 or FM2 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press SET SET will appear on the display 5 Press one of the four pushbuttons within five seconds Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton the station you set will return 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton In addition to the four stations already set up to three more stations ...

Page 169: ...each side Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player Once the tape is playing use the VOLUME BAL FADE BASS and TREB controls just as you do for the radio If an error appears on the display see Cassette Tape Messages later in this section REV Reverse Press this button to reverse the cassette tape Press the FWD button to stop reversing the tape FWD Forward Press this bu...

Page 170: ...press and hold the REV and FWD buttons at the same time for three seconds The tape symbol on the display will flash showing that the broken tape detection feature is no longer active This override routine will remain active until EJECT is pressed AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped Playing the Radio PWR Power Press this knob to turn the system on and off V...

Page 171: ...red position when you re not using it SEEK Press the right or left arrow to seek to the next or previous station and stay there The radio will seek to stations with a strong signal only The sound will mute while seeking To scan station press and hold SEEK for two seconds until SCAN appears on the display The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds and flash the station frequency then go ...

Page 172: ...BASS Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob clockwise to increase bass and counterclockwise to decrease bass TREB Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob clockwise to increase treble and counterclockwise to decrease treble If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them AUTO TONE...

Page 173: ...gin playing Once the tape is playing use the VOL AUTO TONE BAL FADE BASS and TREB controls just as you do for the radio The tape symbol and a direction arrow will be on the display whenever a tape is being played Anytime a tape is inserted the top side is selected for play first The player automatically senses if the cassette tape is metal or CrO2 and adjusts for best playback sound If an error ap...

Page 174: ... the tape The radio will play the last selected station while forwarding the tape The tape direction arrow will blink while in forward mode AM FM Press this button to listen to the radio when playing a tape TAPE AUX Auxiliary Press this button to play a tape when listening to the radio The lighted arrow will appear and show the direction of play when a tape is in the active mode EJECT Press this b...

Page 175: ...e symbol on the display will flash for two seconds indicating the feature is active 4 Insert the adapter into the cassette slot It will power up the radio and begin playing This override routine will remain active until the EJECT button is pressed AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped Playing the Radio PWR Power Press this knob to turn the system on and off V...

Page 176: ...o stations Push the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it SEEK Press the right or left arrow to seek to the next station or previous station and stay there The radio will seek to stations with a strong signal only The sound will mute while seeking To scan stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for two seconds until SCAN appears on the display The radio will scan to a stati...

Page 177: ...ASS Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob clockwise to increase bass and counterclockwise to decrease bass TREB Treble Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob clockwise to increase treble and counterclockwise to decrease treble If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them AUT...

Page 178: ...more than once the disc will advance further Sound is muted in this mode 2 RDM Random Press this pushbutton to play the tracks on the disc in random order RANDOM will appear on the display Press this pushbutton again to return to normal play 3 NEXT Press this pushbutton to search for the next track If you hold this pushbutton or press it more than once the disc will advance further The next track ...

Page 179: ...ying at the point where it stopped EJECT Press this button to eject the disc from the player and play the radio When the same or a new disc is inserted the disc will start playing on track one If a compact disc is left sitting in the opening for more than a few seconds the player will pull the CD back in The radio will continue playing When the ignition is off press this button to load a CD Compac...

Page 180: ...d noise as you drive Set the volume at the desired level Press this button to select LOW MEDIUM or HIGH AVOL will appear on the display The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive Each higher volume setting allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Then as you drive automatic volume increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any speed NONE will ...

Page 181: ...t scan mode The channel number P1 through P6 will appear with the frequency In FM mode this function will scan through the current band such as FM1 or FM2 The radio will scan preset stations with a strong signal only The sound will mute while scanning Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six FM1 and six F...

Page 182: ...ure will switch to one of these program types To return the bass and treble to the manual mode push and release the AUDIO knob until the display goes blank Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance between the right and left speakers push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display Turn the knob clockwise to move the sound to the right speakers and countercloc...

Page 183: ...to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station When you are tuned to an RDS station the station name will appear on the display instead of the frequency Most RDS stations provide their station name the time of day and a Program Type PTY for their current programming Some stations also provide the name of the current program Finding RDS Stations To find RDS stations perform the follow...

Page 184: ...ch to other stations When you turn the ignition off and then on again the alternate frequency feature will automatically be turned on SEEK TYPE Press this button to go to a station with the last selected PTY TYPE and the last selected PTY will appear on the display if it is not already showing Press SEEK TYPE a second time to seek If a station with the selected PTY is not found the radio will retu...

Page 185: ...inds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements it will stop If no station is found NO TRAF will appear on the display Your radio can be programmed to interrupt the playback of a CD or FM station by enabling the traffic interrupt feature Press the TRAF button once to seek to an RDS station that supports the traffic interrupt feature if the current station does not The traffic symbol will flas...

Page 186: ... seeking 3 REV Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to reverse at six times the normal playing speed Press and hold it for more than two seconds to reverse at 17 times the normal playing speed Release it to play the track The display will show ET and the elapsed time 4 FWD Forward Press and hold this pushb...

Page 187: ...EJT Eject Press this button to stop a CD when it is playing or to eject a CD when it is not playing Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first Compact Disc Messages If the disc comes out it could be for one of the following reasons D If you re driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smoot...

Page 188: ...justs automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive Set the volume at the desired level Press this button to select LOW MEDIUM or HIGH AVOL will appear on the display The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive Each higher volume setting allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Then as you drive automatic volume increases the volume as nece...

Page 189: ... channel number P1 through P6 will appear with the frequency In FM mode this function will scan through the current band such as FM1 or FM2 The radio will scan to stations with a strong signal only The sound will mute while scanning Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six FM1 and six FM2 by performing th...

Page 190: ... to one of these program types To return the bass and treble to the manual mode press and release the AUDIO knob Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance to the right and left speakers push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display Turn the knob clockwise to move the sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise to move the sound to the left speakers To ...

Page 191: ...you are tuned to an RDS station the station name will appear on the display instead of the frequency Most RDS stations provide their station name the time of day and a Program Type PTY for their current programming Some stations also provide the name of the current program Finding RDS Stations To find RDS stations perform the following steps 1 Push the SEEK TYPE button or turn the P TYPE LIST knob...

Page 192: ...ons When you turn the ignition off and then on again the alternate frequency feature will automatically be turned on SEEK TYPE Press this button to go to a station with the last selected PTY TYPE and the last selected PTY will appear on the display if it is not already showing Press SEEK TYPE a second time to seek If a station with the selected PTY is not found the radio will return to the origina...

Page 193: ...n the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements it will stop If no station is found NO TRAF will appear on the display Your radio can be programmed to interrupt the playback of a cassette tape CD or FM radio by enabling the traffic interrupt feature Press the TRAF button once to seek to an RDS station that supports the traffic interrupt feature if the current station does not The...

Page 194: ... been playing for less than three seconds If this pushbutton is pressed and the current selection has been playing for more than 13 seconds it will go to the beginning of the current selection If this pushbutton is pressed and the current selection has been playing from 3 to 13 seconds it will go to the beginning of the previous selection or the beginning of the current selection depending upon th...

Page 195: ...ar on the display Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation A SEEK The right arrow is the same as the NEXT pushbutton and the left arrow is the same as the PREV pushbutton If the arrow is held or pressed more than once the player will continue moving fo...

Page 196: ...r if an error can t be corrected contact your dealer Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in and the disc should begin playing The display will show the CD symbol If you want to insert a compact disc with the ignition off first press DISP or EJT If an error appears on the display see Compact Disc Messages later in this section 1 PREV Prev...

Page 197: ...l appear on the display A SEEK Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current or previous track Press the right arrow to go to the start of the next track If either of the arrows is held or pressed more then once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD DISP Display Press this knob to see how long the current track has been playing ET and the elapsed time will app...

Page 198: ...or wet D The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again D If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected contact your dealer AM FM Stereo with Six Disc Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System RDS If Equipped Playing the Radio PWR Power Push this knob to turn ...

Page 199: ...witch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE Turn this knob to select radio stations tSEEK u Press the right or left arrow to go to the next or previous station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking tSCAN u Press and hold either SCAN arrow for two seconds until SC appears on the display and you hear a beep The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds then ...

Page 200: ...om If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To adjust bass midrange or treble to the middle position select BASS MID or TREB and push and hold the AUDIO knob The radio will produce one beep and adjust the display level to zero To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position push and hold the AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker control is displayed The radio w...

Page 201: ...ce one beep and CENTERED will appear on the display Using RDS Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System RDS RDS mode gives you many useful new features With RDS the radio can do the following D Seek only to stations with the types of programs you want to listen to D seek to stations with traffic announcements D receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies and D rece...

Page 202: ...type format is broadcast AM FM Alternate Frequency Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type Press and hold AM FM for two seconds to turn alternate frequency on AF ON will appear on the display The radio may switch to stronger stations Press and hold AM FM again for two seconds to turn alternate frequency off AF OFF will appear on the display T...

Page 203: ...ry three seconds press this button again A new group of words will appear on the display Once the complete message has been displayed INFO will disappear from the display until another new message is received TRAF Traffic Press this button to receive traffic announcements The traffic announcement brackets will appear on the display TRAF will appear on the display if the current station broadcasts ...

Page 204: ...ds You will hear a beep and the light located to the right of the slot will begin to flash 3 Once the light stops flashing and turns green load a disc Insert a disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull the disc in Once the disc is loaded the light will begin flashing again Once the light stops flashing and turns green you can load another disc The disc player takes up to six di...

Page 205: ...ar a beep and the light will flash to let you know when a disc is being ejected When the CD eject side of the LOAD CD button is pressed the receiver will eject the disc and REMOVE CD will be displayed You can now remove the disc If the disc is not removed after 25 seconds the disc will be automatically pulled back into the receiver If you try to push the disc back into the receiver before the 25 s...

Page 206: ... for two seconds RPT will appear on the display Press RPT again to turn if off RDM Random With random you can listen to the tracks in random rather than sequential order on one disc or on all of the discs To use random do one of the following D To play the tracks on the disc you are listening to in random order press and hold RDM for more than two seconds You will hear a beep and RANDOM ONE will a...

Page 207: ...irst track for ten seconds for each disc loaded The sound will mute while scanning to the next track DISC SCAN will appear on the display Press either SCAN arrow again to stop scanning P TYPE Program Type Press this knob to see how long the current track has been playing To change what is normally shown on the display track or elapsed time press the knob until you see the display you want then hol...

Page 208: ...on the display The recorded tracks will begin to play in the order that they were saved You may seek through the song list by using the SEEK SCAN arrows Seeking past the last saved track will return you to the first saved track To delete tracks from the song list perform the following steps 1 Turn the disc player on 2 Press the SONG LIST button to turn song list on S LIST will appear on the displa...

Page 209: ... Any tracks saved to the song list again are added to the bottom of the list To end song list mode press the SONG LIST button One beep will be heard and S LIST will be removed from the display Compact Disc Messages CHECK CD If this message appears on the radio display it could be due to one of the following reasons D The road is too rough The disc should play when the road is smoother D The disc i...

Page 210: ...radio A lighted tape symbol shows when a cassette tape is in the player A lighted arrow will also appear and show the direction of play when a tape is active The player automatically senses if the cassette tape is metal or CrO2 and adjusts for best playback sound Anytime a cassette tape is inserted the top side is selected for play first Primary Radio Controls The following functions are controlle...

Page 211: ...arks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation FWD 6 Forward Press this pushbutton to rapidly advance the tape The tape will rapidly advance to the end of the cassette or until you press this pushbutton again The radio plays the last selected station during forward operation AM FM Press this button to listen to the radio when a tape is playing The inactive tape will remain in the player TAPE AUX...

Page 212: ...ure If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse between any steps the radio automatically reverts to time and you must start the procedure over at Step 4 1 Write down any three or four digit number from 000 to 1999 and keep it in a safe place separate from the vehicle 2 Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN 3 Turn the radio off 4 Press the 1 and 4 pushbuttons at the same time Hold them down until ...

Page 213: ... 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 pushbuttons at the same time Hold them down until SEC shows on the display 4 Press MN and 000 will appear on the display 5 Press MN again to make the last two digits agree ...

Page 214: ...THEFTLOCK is armed With THEFTLOCK activated your radio will not operate if stolen Understanding Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however can cause stations to interfere with each other AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it FM Stereo FM ...

Page 215: ... 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 telephone or two way radio be sure you can add what you want If you can it s very important to do it properly Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle s engine Delphi Electronics radio or other systems and even dam...

Page 216: ...e player is the use of a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealer GM Part No 12344789 When cleaning the cassette tape player with the recommended non abrasive cleaning cassette it is possible that the cassette may eject because the cut tape detectio...

Page 217: ...cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced Care of Your Remote Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they aren t they may not operate properly or may cause failu...

Page 218: ...n reset Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust If the surface of a disc is soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution and clean it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs Pick up discs by grasping the oute...

Page 219: ...cle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Steering 4 11 Off Road Recovery 4 12 Passing 4 13 Loss of Control 4 14 Off Road Driving with Your Four Wheel Drive Vehicle 4 27 Driving at Night 4 29 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 32 City Driving 4 33 Freeway Driving 4 34 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 35 Highway Hypnosis 4 35 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 37 Winter Driving 4 41 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 45 Loading Your V...

Page 220: ...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 221: ... alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the pr...

Page 222: ...is 0 05 percent in both France and Germany 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 dr...

Page 223: ...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 224: ...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 225: ...p your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brake System ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a brak...

Page 226: ...s 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 on wheel sp...

Page 227: ...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 228: ...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 229: ... 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 230: ...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 231: ... 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 232: ...ize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remember Any anti lock brake system ABS helps avoid only the braking skid Off Road Driving with Your Four Wheel Drive Vehicle This off road guide is for vehicles that have four wheel drive Also see Anti Lock Brakes in the Index If your vehicle doesn t have four whe...

Page 233: ...heaviest things should be on the load floor and forward of your rear axle Put heavier items as far forward as you can D Be sure the load is secured properly so driving on the off road terrain doesn t toss things around CAUTION D Cargo on the load floor piled higher than the seatbacks can be thrown forward during a sudden stop You or your passengers could be injured Keep cargo below the top of the ...

Page 234: ...he vehicle s exhaust system Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip especially when going to a remote area Know the terrain and plan your route You are much less likely to get bad surprises Get accurate maps of trails and terrain Try to learn of any blocked or closed roads It s also a good idea to travel with at least one other vehicle If something happens to one of them the oth...

Page 235: ...of terrain You need to be familiar with the terrain and its many different features Here are some things to consider Surface Conditions Off roading can take you over hard packed dirt gravel rocks grass sand mud snow or ice Each of these surfaces affects the steering acceleration and braking of your vehicle in different ways Depending upon the kind of surface you are on you may experience slipping ...

Page 236: ...ing can be very dangerous on any road And this is certainly true for off road driving At the very time you need special alertness and driving skills your reflexes perceptions and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You could have a serious or even fatal accident if you drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking See Drunken Driving in the Index Driving on Off...

Page 237: ...e a straight path up or down the hill so you won t have to make turning maneuvers D Are there obstructions on the hill that can block your path boulders trees logs or ruts D What s beyond the hill Is there a cliff an embankment a drop off a fence Get out and walk the hill if you don t know It s the smart way to find out D Is the hill simply too rough Steep hills often have ruts gullies troughs and...

Page 238: ...visible to oncoming traffic CAUTION Driving to the top crest of a hill at full speed can cause an accident There could be a drop off embankment cliff or even another vehicle You could be seriously injured or killed As you near the top of a hill slow down and stay alert Q What should I do if my vehicle stalls or is about to stall and I can t make it up the hill A If this happens there are some thin...

Page 239: ... up a hill D Never attempt to prevent a stall by shifting into NEUTRAL N or pressing the clutch if you have a manual transmission to rev up the engine and regain forward momentum This won t work Your vehicle will roll backwards very quickly and you could go out of control Instead apply the regular brake to stop the vehicle Then apply the parking brake Shift to REVERSE R release the parking brake a...

Page 240: ...l at all times CAUTION Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakes to overheat and fade This could cause loss of control and a serious accident Apply the brakes lightly when descending a hill and use a low gear to keep vehicle speed under control Q Are there some things I should not do when driving down a hill A Yes These are important because if you ignore them you could lose contr...

Page 241: ...will probably go across the incline of a hill If this happens you have to decide whether to try to drive across the incline Here are some things to consider D A hill that can be driven straight up or down may be too steep to drive across When you go straight up or down a hill the length of the wheel base the distance from the front wheels to the rear wheels reduces the likelihood the vehicle will ...

Page 242: ...your vehicle roll over You could be seriously injured or killed If you have any doubt about the steepness of the incline don t drive across it Find another route instead Q What if I m driving across an incline that s not too steep but I hit some loose gravel and start to slide downhill What should I do A If you feel your vehicle starting to slide sideways turn downhill This should help straighten ...

Page 243: ...more difficult and you ll need longer braking distances It s best to use a low gear when you re in mud the deeper the mud the lower the gear In really deep mud the idea is to keep your vehicle moving so you don t get stuck When you drive on sand you ll sense a change in wheel traction But it will depend upon how loosely packed the sand is On loosely packed sand as on beaches or sand dunes your tir...

Page 244: ...hrough it If it s deep enough to cover your wheel hubs axles or exhaust pipe don t try it you probably won t get through Also water that deep can damage your axle and other vehicle parts If the water isn t too deep then drive through it slowly At fast speeds water splashes on your ignition system and your vehicle can stall Stalling can also occur if you get your tailpipe under water And as long as...

Page 245: ...even braking Check the body structure steering suspension wheels tires and exhaust system for damage Also check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage Your vehicle will require more frequent service due to off road use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for additional information Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers are likely ...

Page 246: ... 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 247: ...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 248: ... 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 249: ... 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 250: ...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 251: ...you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance 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...

Page 252: ...ey Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is 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 b...

Page 253: ... 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 254: ...some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill CAUTION If you don t shift down your brakes could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Shift down to let your engine assist your brakes on a steep downhill slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dan...

Page 255: ...let you stay in your own lane D As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident D You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems Examples are long grades passing or no passing zones a falling rocks area or winding roads Be alert to these and take appropriate action Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter d...

Page 256: ... where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road you can have a very slippery situation You ll have a lot less traction or grip and will need to be very careful What s the worst time for this Wet ice Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least t...

Page 257: ... with ice On an otherwise clear road ice patches may appear in shaded areas where the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you re actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering...

Page 258: ...t see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow doesn t collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that s away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must This...

Page 259: ... towing towing your vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly With the proper preparation and equipment many vehicles can be towed in these ways See Dinghy Towing and Dolly Towing following Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing D What s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure you read the tow vehicl...

Page 260: ...ould be avoided In rare cases when it s unavoidable and your vehicle must be towed with all four wheels on the ground the propeller shaft to axle yoke orientation should be marked and the propeller shaft removed following the applicable service manual removal installation procedure See Service and Owner Publications in the Index Dust or dirt can enter the back of the transmission through the openi...

Page 261: ...le s transfer case into NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in Park P for an automatic transmission or if your vehicle is in gear for a manual transmission You or others could be injured Make sure the parking brake is firmly set before you shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL Dolly Towing Two Wheel Drive Models Only Your vehicle should not be towed with all four wheels...

Page 262: ...our vehicle D Put the front wheels on a dolly D Put the vehicle in PARK P D Set the parking brake and then remove the key D Disconnect the propshaft as described above D Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing D Release the parking brake Be sure to use the proper towing equipment designed for recreational vehicle towing Follow the instructio...

Page 263: ...al loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out Similar appearing vehicles may have different GVWRs and ...

Page 264: ...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 the weight evenly D Never stack heavier th...

Page 265: ...d in the pickup box depressions The length of the planks must allow for at least a 3 4 inch 2 cm bearing surface on each end of the plank When using this upper load platform be sure the load is securely tied down to prevent it from shifting The load s center of gravity should be positioned in a zone over the rear axle Any load that extends beyond the vehicle s taillamp area must be properly marked...

Page 266: ...e total cargo load should not exceed the truck s cargo weight rating and the camper s center of gravity should fall within the truck s recommended center of gravity zone when installed The Cargo Weight Rating CWR is the maximum weight of the load your vehicle can carry It doesn t include the weight of the people inside But you can figure about 150 lbs 68 kg for each seating position The total carg...

Page 267: ...or your vehicle may be larger Your dealer can help you make a good vehicle camper match He ll also help you determine your CWR Secure loose items to prevent weight shifts that could affect the balance of your vehicle When the truck camper is loaded drive to a scale and weigh on the front and on the rear wheels separately to determine axle loads Individual axle loads should not exceed either of the...

Page 268: ...talled However we recommend that conversions of this type not be done to pickups Owners should be aware that as manufactured there are differences between a chassis cab and a pickup with the box removed which may affect vehicle safety For specific information on this pickup contact GM Customer Assistance See Customer Assistance in the Index Towing a Trailer CAUTION If you don t use the correct equ...

Page 269: ...railering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section If yours was built with trailering options as many are it s ready for heavier trailers But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipme...

Page 270: ...d D Then during the first 500 miles 800 km that you tow a trailer don t drive over 50 mph 80 km h and don t make starts at full throttle This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads D If you have an automatic transmission tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the transmission to THIRD 3 or if necessary a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts too ofte...

Page 271: ...3 73 1 700 lbs 771 kg 2 2L L4 Auto Trans 4 10 3 200 lbs 1 453 kg 4 3L V6 Manual Trans 3 08 4 000 lbs 1 816 kg 4 3L V6 Auto Trans 3 42 6 000 lbs 2 722 kg Vehicle Axle Ratio Max Trailer Wt 2WD Extended Cab 2 2L L4 Manual Trans 4 10 2 000 lbs 907 kg 2 2L L4 Auto Trans 4 10 3 000 lbs 1 362 kg 4 3L V6 Manual Trans 3 08 3 800 lbs 1 725 kg 4 3L V6 Auto Trans 3 42 5 800 lbs 2 631 kg ...

Page 272: ... vehicle is equipped with a code 5 engine you must use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher when towing Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming the driver and one passenger are in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment The weight of additional optional equipment passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer wei...

Page 273: ...o 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 vehicle s maximum load capacity If you re using a weight carrying or a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue weight A should be ...

Page 274: ... 1 589 kg be sure to use a properly mounted weight distributing hitch and sway control of the proper size This equipment is very important for proper vehicle loading and good handling when you re driving D If your vehicle has the bumper delete option do not bolt any type of hitch to the close out panel The close out panel will not support a hitch Safety Chains You should always attach chains betwe...

Page 275: ...ailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself Before you start check the tra...

Page 276: ...ile trailering When you re turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle has to have extra wiring and a heavy duty turn signal flasher The arrows on your instrument panel will ...

Page 277: ...cle may show signs similar to engine overheating To avoid this let the engine run while parked preferably on level ground with the automatic transmission in PARK P or the manual transmission out of gear and the parking brake applied for a few minutes before turning the engine off If you do get the overheat warning see Engine Overheating in the Index Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not p...

Page 278: ...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 the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engine oil axle ...

Page 279: ...n the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 3 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 7 Towing Your Vehicle 5 8 Engine Overheating 5 10 Cooling System 5 17 Engine Fan Noise 5 17 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 18 Changing a Flat Tire 5 29 Compact Spare Tire If Equipped 5 30 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Page 280: ...lasher button is located on the top of the steering column Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work The flashers will stop if you step on the b...

Page 281: ... 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 h...

Page 282: ...rette lighter or in the accessory power outlets Turn off the radio and all lamps that aren t needed This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save your radio 4 Open the hoods and locate the batteries Find the positive and negative terminal locations on each vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location CAUTION Using a match near a batt...

Page 283: ...as one Negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t connect positive to negative or you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too And don t connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks 6 Connect the red positive cable to the positive termina...

Page 284: ...ast 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for awhile 11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service NOTICE Dam...

Page 285: ...om the vehicle 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 disabled vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance in the Index If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational...

Page 286: ...st turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you k...

Page 287: ...he window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D or THIRD 3 for automatic transmissions If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle righ...

Page 288: ... If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface The coolant level should beat least up to the ADD mark If it isn t you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system ...

Page 289: ...s doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down If it doesn t your vehicle needs service Turn off the engine NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty 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 radiator corrosion ...

Page 290: ...cohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTICE In cold weather water c...

Page 291: ...ou can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Never turn the cap when the cooling syst...

Page 292: ...cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap ...

Page 293: ...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 294: ...diator 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 reinstall 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 arrow on the pressure cap lines up like this ...

Page 295: ... s unusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal a...

Page 296: ... injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put an automatic transmission shift lever in PARK P or shift a manual transmission to FIRST 1 or REVERSE R 3 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 vehi...

Page 297: ...de of the vehicle 1 To remove it turn the plastic wing nut counterclockwise Remove the jack cover 2 Turn the wing nut counterclockwise and remove the wheel blocks jack and wheel wrench Your spare tire is stored underneath the rear of your vehicle See Compact Spare Tire later in this section for more information about the compact spare NOTICE Never remove or store a tire from to a storage position ...

Page 298: ... spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle 5 When the tire has been completely lowered tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening 6 Pull the tire out from under the vehicle NOTICE To help avoid vehicle damage do not drive the vehicle before the cable is restored 7 Put the spare tire near the flat tire The tools you ll be using include the jack A and w...

Page 299: ...uts molded into them The wheel wrench won t fit these imitation nuts so don t try to remove them with the socket end of the wheel wrench If you have individual wheel nut caps that cover each nut they must be removed in order to get to the wheel nuts Use the socket end of the wheel wrench to remove the wheel nut caps Your wheel nut caps may attach your hub cap to the wheel Remove these wheel nut ca...

Page 300: ...wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 2 Turn the jack handle clockwise slightly to raise the jack lift head 3 Fit the jack into the appropriate hole nearest the flat tire A Front Frame Hole B Rear Frame Hole ZR2 C Spring Hanger Hole Standard Pickups ...

Page 301: ...ck improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 4 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well 5 Remove ...

Page 302: ...rgency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 7 Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface 8 Put the nuts on by hand Make sure the cone shaped end is towa...

Page 303: ...5 25 9 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 10 Use the wrench to tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown ...

Page 304: ...ulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper p...

Page 305: ...r of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down and to the rear 2 Pull the retainer through the wheel 3 Put the chisel end of the wheel wrench on an angle through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft 4 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle Continue turning the wheel wrench until the tire is secure and the cable is tight The spare tire hoist cannot be overtight...

Page 306: ...hten the cable Return the jack wheel wrench and wheel blocks to the proper location behind the seat Secure the items A Wheel Wrench B Bracket C Jacking Instructions Roll and place tag behind the bracket after the tools are installed D Bolt Location E Wheel Blocks F Nut G Rubber Band H Jack Position Put the jack cover back on if you have one ...

Page 307: ...ted The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph 105 km h for distances up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and have your full size tire repaired or replaced where you want Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again NOTICE When the compact spare ...

Page 308: ... Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck you will need to spin the wheels but you don t want to spin your wheels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transmission or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That coul...

Page 309: ...n FIRST 1 or SECOND 2 and REVERSE R spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear By slowly spinning your wheels in the forward and reverse directions you will cause a rocking motion that may free your vehicle If that doesn t get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed o...

Page 310: ...le straight out Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back NOTICE Never use the recovery hooks to tow the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty ...

Page 311: ...Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 19 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 23 Manual Transmission Fluid 6 24 Hydraulic Clutch 6 25 Rear Axle 6 26 Four Wheel Drive 6 28 Engine Coolant 6 31 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 32 Power Steering Fluid 6 33 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 34 Brakes 6 38 Battery 6 39 Bulb Replacement 6 45 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 47 Tires 6 56 Appearance Care 6 56 Cleaning the Inside of Y...

Page 312: ...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 313: ... equipment to the outside of your vehicle Fuel Gasoline The 8th digit of your vehicle identification number VIN shows the code letter or number that identifies your engine You will find the VIN at the top left of the instrument panel See Vehicle Identification Number in the Index If your vehicle has the 2200 L4 engine VIN Code 5 you may use either regular unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containi...

Page 314: ... California specifications If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on see Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index and your vehicle may fail a smog check test If this occurs return to ...

Page 315: ...e plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty Fuel E 85 85 Ethanol The 8th digit of your vehicle identification number VIN shows the code letter or number that identifies your engine You will find the VIN at the top left of the instrument panel See Vehicle Identification Number in the Index If your vehicle has the 2200 L4 engine VIN Code 5 you may use either regula...

Page 316: ...no more than 70 ethanol E 85 has less energy per gallon than gasoline so you ll need to refill your fuel tank more often when using E 85 than when you re using gasoline Use regular gasoline when pulling a trailer For payload capacity with ethanol fuel see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index NOTICE Some additives are not compatible with E 85 fuel and may harm your fuel system Damage caused by additiv...

Page 317: ...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 Fuel vapor is highly flammable It burns violently and that can cause very bad injuries Don t smoke if you re near fuel or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel The fuel cap is located behind a hinged ...

Page 318: ...l Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the fuel cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfu...

Page 319: ...vehicle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground D Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete D Don t smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids li...

Page 320: ...n the hood do the following 1 Pull the handle located inside the vehicle on the lower left side of the instrument panel 2 Lift the hood 3 Release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood ...

Page 321: ...00 L4 engine you ll see A Battery B Coolant Recovery Tank C Automatic Transmission Dipstick D Engine Oil Fill Cap and Dipstick E Power Steering Reservoir F Brake Master Cylinder G Engine Air Cleaner Filter H Engine Compartment Fuse Block I Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir ...

Page 322: ...covery Tank C Engine Oil Dipstick D Engine Oil Fill E Automatic Transmission Dipstick If Equipped F Power Steering Reservoir G Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir H Engine Air Cleaner Filter I Clutch Fluid Reservoir If Equipped J Engine Compartment Fuse Block K Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir ...

Page 323: ...l ground The engine oil dipstick handle on the VORTEC 2200 L4 engine is under the fill cap The engine oil dipstick handle on the VORTEC 4300 V6 engine is a yellow ring See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level ...

Page 324: ... you must use the right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For engine oil crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged Be sure to fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper...

Page 325: ...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 326: ...30 synthetic oil or an SAE 0W 30 oil Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil The recommended oils with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good performance and engine protection When to Change Engine Oil If any one of these is true for you use the short trip city mainte...

Page 327: ...if you open the door it is securely closed when you are finished What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manu...

Page 328: ...re information on location To remove either engine air cleaner filter do the following 1 Remove the fasteners that hold the cover on and remove the cover 2 Lift out the engine air cleaner filter if needed 3 Insert a new air filter 4 Reinstall the engine air cleaner filter cover Tighten the fasteners to hold the cover in place ...

Page 329: ...an easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner 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 I...

Page 330: ...for quite a while D In heavy 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 ...

Page 331: ...has this symbol on it The transmission dipstick is located near the center of the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location 1 Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read ...

Page 332: ... to the HOT area for a hot check It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Don t overfill NOTICE We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRONR III because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transmission Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRONR III is not covered by your new vehicle warranty D After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described un...

Page 333: ...mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts starting a fire Too little fluid could cause the transmission to overheat Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transmission fluid Check the fluid level only when your engine is off the vehicle is parked on a level place and the transmission is cool enough for you to rest your fingers on ...

Page 334: ...tch linkage in your vehicle is self adjusting The clutch master cylinder reservoir is filled with hydraulic clutch fluid It is not necessary to regularly check clutch fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system Adding fluid won t correct a leak A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired When to Check and What to Use Refer to the Maintenan...

Page 335: ... often to check the lubricant and when to change it See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface 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 Sch...

Page 336: ...ance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant See Periodic Maintenance Inspections in the Index How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole Use care not to overtighten th...

Page 337: ...ange it See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you may need to add some lubricant When the differential is cold add enough lubricant to raise the level to 1 2 inch 12 mm below the filler plug hole When the differential is at operating temperat...

Page 338: ...heating in the Index A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant will D Give freezing protection down to 34_F 37_C D Give boiling protection up to 265_F 129_C D Protect against rust and corrosion D Help keep the proper engine temperature D Let the warning lights and gages work as they should NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOLR silicate free coo...

Page 339: ...r engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the...

Page 340: ...ittle higher When your engine is warm the level should be up to FULL HOT or a little higher Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add 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 neve...

Page 341: ...ill coolant on a hot engine Occasionally check the coolant level in the radiator For information on how to add coolant to the radiator see Cooling System in the Index Radiator Pressure Cap 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 ove...

Page 342: ...Fluid Turn the key off let the engine compartment cool down wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick For the 2200 L4 engine the fluid level should be at the C mark For the VORTEC 4300 V6 engine the level should be between...

Page 343: ...formation on location with the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full NOTICE D When using concentrated washer fluid follow 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...

Page 344: ... 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 345: ... 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 346: ...h it off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake Wear If you have four wheel drive your vehicle has four wheel disc brakes If not your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning 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 i...

Page 347: ...hen you have the front brake pads replaced have the rear brakes inspected too Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets See Brake System Inspection in Section 7 of this manual under Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign of...

Page 348: ... on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco battery See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for battery location WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Vehicle Storage If you re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or m...

Page 349: ...partment Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps One Piece Composite Headlamp System 1 Open the hood 2 Remove the black retainer clips by lifting up 3 Pull the headlamp assembly out 4 Unplug the electrical connector ...

Page 350: ...p assembly by turning it clockwise until it is tight 7 Plug in the electrical connector 8 Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle 9 Install the two retaining clips 10 Close the hood Two Piece Composite Headlamp System 1 Open the hood 2 Remove the black retainer clips by lifting up 3 Unplug the electrical connector 4 Pull the headlamp lens assembly out ...

Page 351: ...lose the hood One Piece Front Turn Signal Lamps 1 Remove the headlamp assembly as shown under One Piece Composite Headlamp System earlier in this section 2 Twist the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the headlamp assembly 3 Pull the bulb straight out to remove it from the socket 4 Push the new bulb into the socket until it snaps into place 5 Put the bulb socket into the lamp assembly ...

Page 352: ...wing out 3 Unplug the electrical connector 4 Turn the harness bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it Pull the bulb straight out to remove it from the socket 5 Push the new bulb into the socket until it snaps into place 6 Put the socket into the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight 7 To reinstall the assembly snap the outboard end of the lamp assembly back into the vehicle Then ...

Page 353: ...4 Install a new bulb 5 Reinstall the lens and tighten the screws If equipment such as a cap or camper is installed on your vehicle a center high mounted stoplamp feed wire is provided along the driver s side rear frame This wire should be used to install a center high mounted stoplamp in the cap or camper ...

Page 354: ...the pickup side panel 4 Turn the socket counterclockwise to remove it Push the tab in while you turn the socket 5 Pull the bulb out 6 Push the new bulb into the socket 7 Put the socket into the assembly and turn the socket clockwise until it locks in place 8 Reinstall the assembly Install and tighten the screws 9 Close the tailgate ...

Page 355: ... a blade assembly Accidental bumping can cause the arm to fall back and strike the windshield 1 To remove the old wiper blades lift the wiper arm until it locks into a vertical position A Blade Assembly B Arm Assembly C Locking Tab D Blade Pivot E Hook Slot F Arm Hook 2 Press down on the blade assembly pivot locking tab Pull down on the blade assembly to release it from the wiper arm hook 3 Remove...

Page 356: ...f as the insert is fully inserted 5 Be sure that the notches are locked by the bottom claws Make sure that all other claws are properly locked on both sides of the insert slots A Claw in Notch B Correct Installation C Incorrect Installation 6 Put the blade assembly pivot in the wiper arm hook Pull up until the pivot locking tab locks in the hook slot 7 Carefully lower the wiper arm and blade assem...

Page 357: ... serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold D Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a su...

Page 358: ...wear D Bad handling D Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following D Unusual wear D Bad handling D Rough ride D Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Also check the tire pressure of the spare tire If you have a compact spare tire it should be at 60 psi 420 kPa How to Check ...

Page 359: ...r more information Make sure the spare tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If it moves use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools in the Index The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the I...

Page 360: ...s to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index When It s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tr...

Page 361: ...those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and you could have a crash Using tires of different sizes m...

Page 362: ...afety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performan...

Page 363: ...overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed However if you no...

Page 364: ...our tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement NOTICE The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and ...

Page 365: ...mage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it s contacting your vehicle and don t spin your wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the rear tires NOTICE If your vehicle has a tire size other than P235 75R15 P235 70R15 P235 55R16 or 31x10 50R15LT C use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are ...

Page 366: ...tone D Paint Thinner D Turpentine D Lacquer 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 ...

Page 367: ...d the section use a sponge to remove any excess cleaner 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean water dampened towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with co...

Page 368: ...olvent based or abrasive cleaners furniture polish or shoe 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 win...

Page 369: ...M Glass Cleaner or a A liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index NOTICE Don t use abrasive cleaners on glass because they may cause scratches Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window since they may have to be scraped off later If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear window an...

Page 370: ...ths During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty depth of color gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Don t...

Page 371: ...asive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish NOTICE Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted s...

Page 372: ...ng soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels 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 br...

Page 373: ...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 374: ...6 64 GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials ...

Page 375: ...nd the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on the inside of the glove box It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is D your VIN D the model designation D paint in...

Page 376: ...mp wiring is protected by an internal circuit breaker 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 Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overlo...

Page 377: ...er 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 without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block is located at the end of the instrument panel on the ...

Page 378: ...odule Cruise Switch 4 Gages Body Controls TBC Instrument Panel Cluster B Power 5 Parking Lamps Power Window Switch TBC Ashtray Lamp 6 Steering Wheel Illumination 7 Headlamp Switch Body Controls TBC Headlamp Relay 8 Courtesy Lamps Inadvertent Power Relay 9 HVAC Control Head 10 Turn Signal 11 Instrument Panel Cluster Engine Controls 12 Interior Illumination 13 Auxiliary Power ...

Page 379: ...HVAC I HVAC Control Head HVAC Devices 22 Anti Lock Brakes 23 Rear Wiper 24 Radio Ignition Engine Compartment Fuse Block The fuse block is located under the hood on the driver s side of the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Remove the cover by turning the fastener counterclockwise To reinstall the fuse panel cover push in and turn the f...

Page 380: ...l Rear RT TRN Right Turn Signal Rear RR PRK Right Rear Parking Lamps TRL PRK Not Used LT HDLP Left Headlamp RT HDLP Right Headlamp FR PRK Front Parking Lamps INT BAT I P Fuse Block Feed ENG I Engine Sensors Solenoids MAF CAM PURGE VENT ECM B Engine Control Module Fuel Pump Module Oil Pressure ABS Anti Lock Brake System ECM I Engine Control Module Injectors BTSI Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Co...

Page 381: ...ng and Charging IGN 1 STUD 2 Accessory Feeds Electric Brake PARKLP Parking Lamps LR PRK Left Rear Parking Lamps Name Usage IGN C Starter Solenoid Fuel Pump PRNDL HTDSEAT Heated Seat HVAC HVAC System TRCHMSL Not Used RRDFOG Not Used TBC Truck Body Computer CRANK Clutch Switch NSBU Switch HAZLP Hazard Lamps VECHMSL Vehicle Center High Mounted Stoplamp HTDMIR Heated Outside Mirrors ATC Transfer Case ...

Page 382: ...refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the index for more information See refrigerant change label under the hood for charge capacity information and requirements Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140 N m Tire Pressure See the Certification Tire label See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Cooling System 2 2L Engine 9 9 quarts 9 4 L 4 3L Engine w Auto Trans 13 8 quarts 13 1 L 4 3L Engine w Manual T...

Page 383: ...4 VIN Code 5 Engine Specifications Type L4 Firing Order 1 3 4 2 Spark Plug Gap 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 4300 V6 VIN Code W Engine Specifications Type V6 Firing Order 1 6 5 4 3 2 Spark Plug Gap 0 060 inches 1 52 mm Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity If you do your own service work you ll need the proper service manual See Doing Your Own Service Work in the Index for additional information It ...

Page 384: ... GM dealer VORTEC 2200 L4 VIN Code 5 Engine Specifications Oil Filter PF47 Air Cleaner Filter A1163C PCV Valve N A Automatic Transmission Filter Kit 24200796 Spark Plugs 41 948 Fuel Filter GF481 Windshield Wiper Blades Trico 20 inches 51 cm ACDelcoR Part No GM Part No VORTEC 4300 V6 VIN Code W Engine Specifications Oil Filter PF47 Air Cleaner Filter A1163C PCV Valve CV769C Automatic Transmission F...

Page 385: ...y dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 8 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 7 32 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7 45 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 51 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 53 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 56 Part E Maintenance Record ...

Page 386: ...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 387: ... 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 388: ...when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle The...

Page 389: ...erate 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 Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Engine Air Cleaner Filter ...

Page 390: ...e sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages Long Trip Highway Definition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance are true Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used for trailer towing driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads Do not use this schedule if you have the 2200 L4 Code 5 flexi...

Page 391: ...ly or at each brake relining whichever occurs first Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transmission Service normal conditions Long Trip Highway Intervals Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Every 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Fuel Filter Replacement 2200 L4 engine only Every 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Spark Plug Wire Inspection Spark Plug Replacement 4 3L V6 Engine Onl...

Page 392: ...ion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universal joints and brake pedal springs A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection under ...

Page 393: ...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 394: ... 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 395: ...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 396: ... 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 397: ... 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 398: ...ootnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j 4 3L V6 Engine Only Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Con...

Page 399: ...r vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 33 000 Miles 55 000 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 wh...

Page 400: ...nformation See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 39 000 Miles 65 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level a...

Page 401: ...leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 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 ad...

Page 402: ... more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you ar...

Page 403: ...eck constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filt...

Page 404: ... for leaking See footnote 54 000 Miles 90 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection ...

Page 405: ... leaking See footnote 60 000 Miles 100 000 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 For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Cl...

Page 406: ...quent 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 accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service j 4 3L V6 Engine Only Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Se...

Page 407: ... 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 constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection...

Page 408: ... for leaking See footnote 72 000 Miles 120 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection...

Page 409: ...one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if ...

Page 410: ... 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 411: ... 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 412: ...heel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses suc...

Page 413: ... proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 93 000 Miles 155 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See foot...

Page 414: ... for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 99 000 Miles 165 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level ...

Page 415: ... fluid and filter Manual transmission fluid doesn t require change j 4 3L V6 Engine Only Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve An Emission Control Service 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck...

Page 416: ...item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universal joints and brake pedal springs A...

Page 417: ... leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and...

Page 418: ...he fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear...

Page 419: ...l Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such a...

Page 420: ...n Emission Control Service 37 500 Miles 62 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspecti...

Page 421: ...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 422: ...te 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 60 000 Miles 100 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate ...

Page 423: ... In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect engine accessory driv...

Page 424: ...s 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 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 lev...

Page 425: ...er every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 82 500 Miles 137 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle flui...

Page 426: ... Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses s...

Page 427: ...97 500 Miles 162 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Ind...

Page 428: ...fluid and filter Manual transmission fluid doesn t require change j 4 3L V6 Engine Only Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve An Emission Control Service 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck ...

Page 429: ...l and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOLR coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshiel...

Page 430: ... Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield Also 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 ...

Page 431: ...ic Clutch System Check Check the fluid level in the clutch reservoir See Hydraulic Clutch Fluid in the Index A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired at once At Least Four Times a Year Tailgate Lubrication Service Lubricate tailgate latch bolt handle assembly pivot points and hinges with lubricant recommended in Part D At Least Once a Year Key Loc...

Page 432: ...edal and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts 3 On automatic transmission vehicles try to start the engine in each gear The starter should work only in PARK P or NEUTRAL N If the starter works in any other position your vehicle needs service On manual transmission vehicles put the shift lever in NEUTRAL N push the clutch down halfway and try to start the engine The starter shou...

Page 433: ... to move 3 With the engine off turn the key to the RUN position but don t start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P your vehicle needs service Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position D Wi...

Page 434: ...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 435: ...nd Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines 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 exhau...

Page 436: ...ruise control cables Transfer Case and Front Axle Four Wheel Drive Inspection Every 12 months or at engine oil change intervals check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary 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 More frequent lubrication may be required on off road use Brak...

Page 437: ...COOLR or HavolineR DEX COOLR Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer Solvent GM OptikleenR Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Hydraulic Clutch System Hydraulic Clutch Fluid GM Part No 12345347 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Power Steering Sy...

Page 438: ...0W 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 Transfer Case DEXRONR III Automatic Transmission Fluid Transfer Case Shift Lever Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Rear Driveline Center S...

Page 439: ...NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood and Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Fuel Filler Door and Rear Folding Seat Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Tailgate Handle Pivot Points Hinges Latch Bolt and Linkage Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Weatherstrip Conditionin...

Page 440: ...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 441: ...7 57 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 442: ...7 58 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 443: ...7 59 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 444: ...7 60 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

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Page 446: ...7 62 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 447: ...action 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 10 Warranty Information 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 8 11 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 8 11 Reporting...

Page 448: ...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 449: ...s facility That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern STEP THREE Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle However if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you should file with the GM BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights yo...

Page 450: ...of hearing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs GMC has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user can communicate with GMC by dialing 1 800 GMC 8583 462 8583 TTY users in Canada can dial 1 800 263 3830 Customer Assistance Offices GMC encourages customers to call the toll free number for assistance If a U S customer wishes to write to GMC the letter shoul...

Page 451: ...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 mobility equipment installe...

Page 452: ...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 453: ...ide 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 calling ...

Page 454: ...ransportation needs your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unless of course the problem is safety related 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 y...

Page 455: ... local and rental vehicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance coverage credit card etc You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes levies usage fees excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair Generally it is not possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Pr...

Page 456: ...TING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a gro...

Page 457: ...a Ontario K1A 0N5 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you 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 Mot...

Page 458: ...nd intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM v...

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