GMC 2003 Safari Owner'S Manual Download

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Summary of Contents for 2003 Safari

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Page 2: ...ators 3 23 Audio System s 3 38 Your Driving theRoad andYour Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 29 FeaturesandControls 2 1 DrivingYourVehicle 4 1 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 11 All Wheel Drive 5 52 Rear Axle 5 53 Front Axle 5 54 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 62 Tires 5 63 Appearance Care 5 83 Vehicle Identification 5 91 Bulb Replacement 5 55 Electr...

Page 3: ...le please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it You can obtain a French copy of this manual from your dealer or from Helm incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people readtheir owner smanual frombeginningto end whenthey first receivetheir new vehicle If you do this it will help you learn about the features and controls for yourvehicle Inthis manual y...

Page 4: ...ng I These mean there is something rat co_____ _ _ _ 1 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 could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Don t Don t do this or Don t let this happen iii ...

Page 5: ...g labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle has components andlabels that use symbols instead of text Symbols used on your vehicle are shown along with the textdescribingthe operation or information relating to a specific component control message gage or indicator If you need help figuring out a specific name of a component gage or indicator ref...

Page 6: ...T WHEN ATTACHING FASTEN SEAT BELTS MOVE SEAT FULLY REARWARD z SECURE CHILD SEAT PULL BELT COMPLETELY rHENSECURE CHILD SEAT DO NOTINSTALL A REAR FACING CHILD RESTRAINT INTHIS SEATING POSITION DO NOTINSTALL A FORWARD FACING CHILD RESTRAINT INTHIS SEATING POSITION DOOR LOCK UNLOCK LIGHTING MASTER SWITCH YY SIGNALS TURN LAMPS P RUNNING i o DAYTIME LAMPS LAMPS 0 ENGINE COOLANT cc TEMP w u u CHARGING BA...

Page 7: ...Model Reference This manual covers these models Cargo Van Passenger Van vi ...

Page 8: ...estraint Systems 1 44 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Where to Put the Restraint 1 47 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 50 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Securing a Child Restraint Designed for Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Top Strap 1 48 Children LATCH System 1 52 the LATCH System 1 54 Outside Seat Position ...

Page 9: ...while the vehicle is moving The sudden movementcould 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 seat adjustment lever toward the ouboard side of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure that the seat is locke...

Page 10: ...r lower the rear ofthe seat cushion raise or lower the lever located toward the rear o f the vehicle To move the entire seat backwards forward or up or down move the center knob If your vehicle has this feature there will be a knob located on the inboard side of the driver s and passenger s bucket seats Turn the knob toward the front of the vehicle to increase lumbar support Turn the knob toward t...

Page 11: ...the seatback You can adjust the seatback by lifting the lever and leaning back Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it Pull up on the lever lean forward and the seatback will go to an upright position But don t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving 1 4 ...

Page 12: ... or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could goup 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 havethe seatback upright Then sit well backin the seat and wearyour safety belt properly Head Restraints Adjust your head restraint so that the ...

Page 13: ...er edge of the seatback Move the seatback into the upright position Make sure the seatback is locked en it is back in the u ght position 0 To fold your non touring bench seatback forward pull up on the latch release lever while pulling the seatback toward the rear RELEASE of the vehicle L CE JTION If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury ...

Page 14: ...ey into the release hole of the safety belt attachment while pulling up on the safety belt 3 To store the safety belt while the second row bench seat is removed pull the belt out and put both buckles in the passenger s side rear storage bin Route the belt out of the forward edge of the storage bin Close the cover to retain the belt 4 Pull up on the seatback latch on the right rear of the seat Push...

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Page 17: ... your seat pull the belt through the guide before reattaching the lap shoulder belt to the side of the seat The release hole should be facing outward If youinstalledthe safety belt with the release holefacing inward towardthe seat slidethe plasticcover upso you can see the buckle Disconnectthe seat belt Slidethe cover back down andreinstallthe belt correctly A s ty belt thai rproperly routed not p...

Page 18: ... reclining seatbacks adjustable headrests and a fold down center armrest console The center bench seat has Move the seat adjustment lever located at the front of the seat toward the passenger s side to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place a pivoting right armrest To adjust your seatba...

Page 19: ...position For details about headrests see Head Restraints on page 1 5 Bucket Seats Your vehicle may have rear bucket seats with an adjustment release bar located under the front of the seats These seats can be adjusted forward or rearward with the release bar Pull the release bar up to release the seat bottom Slide the seat where you want it and then let go of the release bar Then try to move the s...

Page 20: ... be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might notbe if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too area inside or outsideof a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats a...

Page 21: ...Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it sjust a seat on wheels 1 14 ...

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Page 23: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 16 ...

Page 24: ...ide 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 Every air bag system ev...

Page 25: ...eople 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 Older Children on page 1 35 or lnfants and Young Children onpage 1 38 Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you ll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start...

Page 26: ...t get twisted The lap part of the belt should be wornlow andsnug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d beless likely to slide under the lap belt If youslid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This couldcause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and acrossthe chest These parts o...

Page 27: ...er to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you movethe adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pushing in to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portionof the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder 1...

Page 28: ...t is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way 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 1 21 ...

Page 29: ...e seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would goup 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 1 22 ...

Page 30: ...rest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests A The belt is over an armrest 1 23 ...

Page 31: ...riously injured if youwear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move toofar forward which would increase the chanceof head and neck injury Also the belt would applytoo much forceto the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver orspleen 1 24 ...

Page 32: ... belt is twisted across the body 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 1 25 ...

Page 33: ... 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 1 26 ...

Page 34: ...how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position on page 7 18 The right front passenger ssafety belt works the same way asthe driver s safety belt except for onething If you ever pull the lapportionof the belt out all the way youwill engage thechild restraint lockingfeature If this happens just let the belt go back all the wayand start again Center Passenger Positio...

Page 35: ...t I To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 34 Make sure the releasebuttonon the buckle is positioned so you wouldbe able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 28 ...

Page 36: ...passengers who aren t safetybelted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt These positions have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Don t let it...

Page 37: ...make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 34 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so that you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part 1 30 ...

Page 38: ... 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 restrainingforces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash 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...

Page 39: ...seats and for small adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and booster seats and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts Here s how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Remove the guide fr...

Page 40: ...e the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top 1 33 ...

Page 41: ...Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt isn t long enough to fasten your dealer will order you an extender It s free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you The extender will be just for you and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose Don t let someone else...

Page 42: ...e hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up or can be thrown out of the vehicle Older children need to use safety bel...

Page 43: ...the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position see Rear Safety BeltComfort Guides for Children and Small Adults on page 1 32 If the child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very close to the child s face or neck you might want to place the child in a seat that has a lap belt if your vehicle has one Never do this Here two children are wearing the same belt The belt can t properly spr...

Page 44: ...way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child sabdomen 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 1 37 ...

Page 45: ...ays children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraints Young children should not use the vehicle s adult safety belts alone unless there is no other choice Instead they need to use a child restraint People should never holda baby in their arms while riding in a vehic...

Page 46: ...p against or veryclose to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neitherthe vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide 1 39 ...

Page 47: ...traint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs Newborn infants need complete support including support for the head and neck This...

Page 48: ...s unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Youngchildren always should be secured in appropriate child restraints Child i who are up against or very close to any air bag whenit inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neithe...

Page 49: ...ever infants who should be restrained in a rear facing child restraint cannot ride safely in this vehicle 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 stillso 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 chi...

Page 50: ... in a vehicle A baby doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 1 10 kg force on a person s arms 1 43 ...

Page 51: ...d madeforuse in a The harnesssystemholdstheinfantinplace and motorvehicle is an infant restraintsystem designed in acrash acts to keeptheinfantpositioned in to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat the restraint surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle 1 44 ...

Page 52: ...aces 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 1 45 ...

Page 53: ...aps and a crotch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder strapsthat are attachedto a flatpad which rests low againstthe child s body A shelf or armrest typeshield has straps that are attachedto a wide shelf likeshield that swings up or to the side When choosing a child restraint be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is it will ...

Page 54: ...lled if the right front 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 Always secure a rear facing child restraintin a rear seat CAUTION Continued You may secure a forward Ling child restraint inthe right front seat but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It s better to s...

Page 55: ... stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap or top tether It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision For it towork a top strap must beproperly anchored to the vehicle Some top strap equippedchild restraints are designed for use with or without the ...

Page 56: ...chor the top strap to one of the following anchor points Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed If you have an adjustable head restraint route the top strap under it Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child res...

Page 57: ...op strap through the two slots If your vehicle is a passenger van with rear seats it is recommended that you secure a child restraint with a top strap only in the outboard positionsof the second row Bucket Seats An anchoring point is located below the rear of the seat cushion on the spacer bar Anchor the top strap through the two slots on the bar Cargo Van Models Passenger Van Bucket Seats 1 50 ...

Page 58: ...PassengerVan Bench Seat Second row The third row has one anchor for the passenger side outboard position only 1 51 ...

Page 59: ...e located in each of the bucket seats in the second row In an eight passenger van the anchors are located in the driver and passenger side seating positions of the second row bench seat In order to use the system you need either a forward facing child restraint that has attaching points B at its base and a top tether anchor C or a rear facing child restraint that has attaching points B as shown he...

Page 60: ...d or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint See Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCHSystem Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position or Securing a Child Restraint in a Right Front Seat Position in t...

Page 61: ...d restraint instructions will show you how 4 If the child restraint is forward facing attach the top strap to the top strap anchor See Top Strap on page 1 48 Tighten the top strap according to the child restraint instructions directions to be sure it is secure 5 Push and pull the child restraint in different To remove the child restraint simply unhook the top strap from the top tether anchor and t...

Page 62: ...hild restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructionssay 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 3 Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed 1 55 ...

Page 63: ...If you re using a forward facingchild restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbucklethe vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an ad...

Page 64: ...ld in the child restraint when and as the instructions say See TopStrap on page 7 48if the child restraint has one If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 52 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch 2 Put the restraint on the seat plate and pulling it along the belt 1 57 ...

Page 65: ...y find it helpful to use your kneeto push downon the child restraint as you tighten the belt directions to be sure it is secure 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbu...

Page 66: ...r killed if the front 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 If your vehicleis a passengervan always secure a rear facing child restraintin a rear seat If your vehicle is a cargo van do not use a rear facing child restraint in this vehicle If a forward facing child restraintis suitable for your child alw...

Page 67: ...senger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Seats in the Index 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is position...

Page 68: ...u may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt directions to be sure it is secure 7 Pushand pull the child restraint in different To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 1 61 ...

Page 69: ...fety belt even if you have air bags Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of CAUTION Continued I A n g things inside the hicle L m g ejected from it Air bags are designed to work with safety belts but don t replacethem Air bags are designed to deploy only in moderate to severe frontal andnear frontal crashes They aren t designed to inflateat all in rollover rear or low s...

Page 70: ...ng control of the vehicle A jone who is up against or vel lose 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 Neitherthe vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system ...

Page 71: ...rument panel which shows AIR BAG or the air bag symbol 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 on page 3 26 for more information The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel 1 64 ...

Page 72: ... 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 anyother air bag covering The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 65 ...

Page 73: ... s designed and how quickly the vehicle slows down in frontal or threshold level near frontal impacts If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn t move or deform the threshold level is about 9 to 16 mph 14 to 26 km h Thethreshold level can vary however with specific vehic e design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or def...

Page 74: ...rontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel Air bags supplement the protection provided by safety belts Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually But air bags would not help you in many types of collisions including rollovers rear impacts and many sid...

Page 75: ...ng from the vents in the deflated air bags Airbag inflationdoesn t preventthe driver from seeing or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop peoplefrom leavingthe vehicle 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 outas soon as it i...

Page 76: ...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 airbag Do not open or break the air bag coverings Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle You don t want the ...

Page 77: ...re anything I might add to the front of the vehicle that could keep the air bags from working properly A Yes If you add thingsthat change your vehicle s frame bumper system front end sheet metal or height they may keepthe air bag system from working properly Also the air bag system may not work properly if you relocateany of the air bag sensors If you have anyquestionsabout this you should contact...

Page 78: ...ey can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using...

Page 79: ... may mean you will need to have LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system wasn t being used at the time of the collision If your seat adjuster won t work after a crash the special part of the safety belt that goes through the seat to the adjuster may need to be replaced If an air bag inflates you ll need to r...

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Page 81: ...h 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 2 2 ...

Page 82: ...de easily using this tag Notice Your vehicle has a number offeatures that can help preventtheft You canhave a lot of trouble getting into your vehicleif you everlockyour keys inside You mayeven haveto damageyour vehicle to get in So be sure you havespare keys If you ever do get locked out of your vehicle call GM Roadside Assistance Center See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 6 When a new vehi...

Page 83: ... cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modificationsto this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote keyless entry system If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work try this e e e e Check th...

Page 84: ...g the automatic transmission must be in PARK P or NEUTRAL N for the REAR 2X button to operate Panic Alarm When this button is pressed the horn will sound and the headlamps and taillamps will flash for up to 30 seconds This can be turned off by pressing the panic button again waiting for 30 seconds or starting the vehicle MatchingTransmitter s to Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter i...

Page 85: ...nge the battery To replace the battery do the following Nofice When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter 1 2 3 Insert a thin object like a dime to separate the bottom of the transmitter from the top Remove the battery and replace it with a new one making sure the positive side of the battery ...

Page 86: ...So wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive vehicles may be unable to getout A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it unlocked door when youslow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening Young children who get into unlocked O...

Page 87: ...he door panel to lock or unlock all the doors at once To open a front door from the inside pull the lever toward you and push the door open The power door lock switch will lock or unlock the rear hatch and Dutch doors See Hatch Release in Rear Doors on page 2 13 When a door is locked the inside door handle will not open the door This will help stop a door from being accidentally opened 2 8 ...

Page 88: ...to do the following 1 2 Beginwith the ignition in OFF Then pull back onthe turn signaVmultifunctionlever all the way toward you and hold it while you performthe next step Turn your key to RUN and OFF twice Then with the key in OFF release the turn signaVmultifunction lever Once you do this you will hear the lock switch lock and unlock You are now ready to program the automatic door locks Select on...

Page 89: ...the door panel once and then the unlock side three times No doors lock Noneof the doors unlock Press the lock sideof the power lock switch on the door paneltwice This turns off the automatic lockfeature For more information see your dealer Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving your vehicle take your key open your door and set the locks from inside Then get out and close the door Sliding Side Doo...

Page 90: ...ss toward the front of the door The other label is located on the front of the sliding door near the security door lock This feature prevents passengers from opening the sliding side door from the inside To use this feature do the following 1 Move the lever all the way up 2 Close the door To openthe sliding side door while the security lock is engaged unlock the door and openit from the outside If...

Page 91: ...outside 2 Move the lever all the way down I W Ifyourvehicle is facidownwardona s t c grade 15 percent or more the door may not stay open and could slam shut possibly injuring someone To make sure the door does not slam shut be sure to hold it open until everyone is clear of the door and only then allow it to slowlyclose 2 12 ...

Page 92: ...e latch release handle located on the inside of the door opened from the outside Open the passenger s side rear door first Grasp the handle and pull the door open To close the rear doors close the driver s side door first Check to make sure both doors are completely closed Cargo Door Shown The rear doors have a check assembly to keep the doors from opening beyond 90 degrees 2 13 ...

Page 93: ...mell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the rear glass open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the rear glass Make sure all other windowsare shut Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed and select the control setting that will force outside air into your vehicle See Climat...

Page 94: ...ll unlock You may also use the keyless entry system described earlier The hatch can be opened or closed without a key if the door lock system is unlocked To open the hatch unlock it then press the button and lift the handle located in the center of the door To lock the power lock system from the outside insert the key in the hatch release button and turn it clockwise All doors will lock 2 15 ...

Page 95: ...e extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather Manual Windows To operate your manual windows turn the hand crank on each door to raise or lower your side door windows 2 16 ...

Page 96: ...u to lower the window without holding the switch Press the down arrow on the driver s window switch marked AUTO briefly to activate the express down feature The express down feature can be interrupted at any time by pressing the up arrow end of the switch Lightly tap the switch to open the window slightly Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the visors You can also swing them from side...

Page 97: ... tampered with fuel is disabled During normal operation the SECURITY light will go off approximatelyfive seconds after the key is turned to RUN If the engine stalls and the SECURITY light flashes wait untilthe light stopsflashing beforetryingto restart the engine Rememberto releasethe key from START as soon as the engine starts If the engine is running and the SECURITY light comes on you will be a...

Page 98: ... your new brake linings aren t yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Don t tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition you can turn it to five different positions C A E A ACCESSORY This po...

Page 99: ...ool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch If none of this works then your vehicle needs service C OFF This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel Use OFF if you must have your vehicle in motion while the engine is off for example if your vehicle is being towed D RUN This is the position for driving E START This position starts your engine Retained ...

Page 100: ...f the key and let up on the accelerator pedal Wait about 15 seconds between each try When starting your engine in very cold weather below 0 F or 18 C do this 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to START and hold it there up to 15 seconds When the engine starts let go of the key 2 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too muc...

Page 101: ... reservoir I Jg g 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 prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug an...

Page 102: ... could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P See Shifting Into Park P in the Index If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index sure the shift lever is fully in PARK P before starting shift lock control system You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can s...

Page 103: ...r footis firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Don t shift into a drivegear while your engine is racing DRIVE D This position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you re Going less than about 35 mph 55 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 35 mph 55 km h ormore pushthe accele...

Page 104: ...sand or mud or were up against a solid object You could damage your transmission Also if you stop when going uphill don t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transmission Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to hold your vehicle in position on a hill Tow HauI Mode Button s Your vehicle is equipped with a tow haul button The button is located o...

Page 105: ...oning properly Parking Brake To set the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot If the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on To release the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down Pull the brake release lever located on the lower left side of the steering column Notice Driving with the p...

Page 106: ...gine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you re pullinga trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P like this 0 Pull the lever toward you 2 27 ...

Page 107: ... 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 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 lever to PARK P hold the ...

Page 108: ...e some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of Park P Your vehicle has an automatic transmission 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 Operation on page 2 23 If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pre...

Page 109: ...sness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehiclewas damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris or different Repairs weren t done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your ...

Page 110: ...age with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving in the Index It can be dangerousto get out of yourv icle if theshift lever is not fully inPARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you haveto If you ve left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be i...

Page 111: ...al Mirrors Adjust your outside rearview mirrors so you can see a little of the side of your vehicle and the area beside and behind your vehicle from a comfortable driving position You can fold the mirrors inward before entering a car wash Pull the mirrors toward the vehicle Push the mirrors back out when finished After pushing the mirror out the adjustment will be maintained Your vehicle may have ...

Page 112: ...s surface is curved so you can see more from to move the mirror in the desired direction To make the driver s seat sure you do not accidentally move a mirror return the selector switch to the middle position off after adjusting the mirrors A convex mirror can make thi s like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on ...

Page 113: ... Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interferencereceived including interferencethat may cause undesired operation This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this de...

Page 114: ...o frequency Your vehicle s engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter Follow these steps to program up to three channels 1 Press and hold down the two outside buttons releasing only when the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Do not hold down the buttons for longer than 30 seconds and do not repeat this step to program a second and or third transmitter to the remai...

Page 115: ...f the button may vary by manufacturer You will have 30 seconds to start Step 8 8 Return to the vehicle Firmly press and hold the programmed HomeLink button for two seconds then release Repeat the press hold release sequence a second time and depending on the brand of the garage door opener or other rolling code device repeat this sequence a thirdtime to complete the programming HomeLink should now...

Page 116: ...n the train learning mode and can be programmed at any time beginning with Step 2 under Programming HomeLink Individual buttons can not be erased but they can be reprogrammed See Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button next Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained follow these steps 1 Press and hold the desired HomeLink button...

Page 117: ...f you have rear storage compartments pull up on the lid to open the cover Your front storage compartment glove box is at the center of the engine cover To open the compartment press the two tabs together and pull 2 38 ...

Page 118: ...eading lamps a Compartment for a garage door opener a trip computer a temperature and compass display and a storage compartment for sunglasses The reading lamps trip computer temperature and compass display will work whenthe ignition is inRUN ACCESSORY or when RetainedAccessory Power RAP is active See Retained Accessory Power under lgnition Positions on page 2 19 2 39 ...

Page 119: ...verhead compartment can be usedto convenientlystore the opener 1 To install the garage door opener first open the compartment door by pressingthe latch forward 2 Peel the protective backing from the hook and loop patch The lamps can also be swiveled to point in the direction you want 3 Press it firmly to the back of your garage door opener as close to the center of the opener as possible 2 40 ...

Page 120: ...o make sure the garage door opener operates properly With the garage door opener positioned properly and the right number of pegs in place you can press the button to operate the opener Your vehicle may be equipped with a HomeLink 5 Addonepegatatime until the garage door opener Transmitter For more information see HomeLinP operateswith the compartmentdoor closed when Transmitter on page 2 34 you p...

Page 121: ...isplay 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 precautionsshould be taken The compassis self calibrating so it does not need to be manuallyset However if C Calibration is displayed the compass will need to be calibrated You may alsoplace the compass in a noncalibratedmode b...

Page 122: ...ough the following TRIP functions a e e a a AVG ECON Average Economy The average fuel economy since the last reset is displayed lNST ECON Instantaneous Economy Instantaneousfuel economy for the last second of driving is displayed RANGE The display indicates the estimated distance that can be travelled with the remaining fuel in the tank based on the fuel economy for the last few hours of driving F...

Page 123: ...idelines e e e e Carrying small heavy loads on the roof is not recommended Tie the load to the side rails Use the crossrails only to keep the load from sliding If you need to carry long items tie the load to the side rails Also tie the load to the bumpers Do not tie the load so tightly that the crossrails or side rails are damaged After moving the crossrails be sure to tighten all the slider screw...

Page 124: ...ou can Don t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle For more information on vehicle capacity and loading see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 Convenience Net You may have a convenience net in the rear of your vehicle to help keep small loads like grocery bags in place during sharp turns or quick stops and starts The net is not designed for larger heavier items You can unhoo...

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Page 126: ...ght 3 26 Voltmeter Gage 3 28 Brake System Warning Light 3 28 Speedometer and Odometer 3 25 Charging System Light 3 27 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 29 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 3 30 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 3 30 Oil Pressure Gage 3 34 Security Light 3 35 Service All Wheel Drive Light 3 35 Tow Haul Mode Light 3 36 Check Gages Warning Light 3 36 Fuel Gage 3 36 Low Fuel Warning Light...

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Page 128: ...ing FlasherButton E TransmissionShiftLever F IgnitionSwitch G RearDefoggerButton Option H ClimateControls I RearA C Control Option J RearHeaterControl Option K Rear WasherNiper Switch Option L FrontAshtray M Dome Override Button N Hood Release 0 CigaretteLighter P Audio System Q FrontStorage Compartment R Cupholders Storage Tray S Accessory Power Outlets 3 3 ...

Page 129: ...s The hazard warning flasher button is located on 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 3 4 ...

Page 130: ...heel A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can also raise it to the highest level togiveyour legs moreroomwhenyou exit Th and enter the vehicle e lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering column To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level t...

Page 131: ...gnal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically 1 1 An arrow ontheinstrument 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...

Page 132: ...To turn off the chime move the turn signal lever to thecenter position Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high or high to low pull the multifunction lever all the way toward you Then release it When the high beams are on this indicator light locatedon theinstrument panelcluster also will be on Flash to Pass This feature lets you use your high beam headlamps to ...

Page 133: ...r return to your preset speed MIST Turn the band to MIST for a single wiping cycle Hold it there until the windshield wipers start then let it go The wipers will stop after one wipe If you want more wipes hold the band on mist longer OFF Turn the band to turn off the windshield wipers LOW Low Speed Turn the band to LOW for steady wiping at low speed HIGH High Speed Turn the band to HIGH for steady...

Page 134: ... Window washer fluid will continue to spray until the switch is released The wiper will continue with three more wipes and then return to the setting that was chosen before the lever was pushed Move the switch to OFF to turn off the rear window washer The rear window washer uses the same fluid bottle as the front windshield washer If the fluid level is low in the washer bottle you may not be able ...

Page 135: ... heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Don t use cruise control on slippery roads Setting Cruise Cun I If you leave your cruise control 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 ...

Page 136: ...rake So unless you want to go faster don t hold the switch at R A 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 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 move the switch to R A briefly Each...

Page 137: ... maintainyour speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t usecruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control 9 Step lightly on the brake pedal 0 Move the cruise switch to OFF E...

Page 138: ...h other lamps such as the taillamps sidemarker parking lamps and the instrument panel lights The radio lights will also dim Your vehicle is equipped with a light sensor on the topof the instrument panel in the defroster grille Be sure it is not covered or the system will be on whenever the ignition is on The system may also turn on your headlamps when driving through a parking garage heavy overcas...

Page 139: ...e automatic mode the headlamps turn off once the ignition key is in OFF Daytime Running Lamps DRL Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on al...

Page 140: ...he ignition to off and then to RUN again As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Control The thumbwheel for this feature is located to the right of the exterior lamps control Instrument Panel Brightness Turn the thumbwheel up to brighten the lights or down to dim them Moving the thumbwheel up to the first positi...

Page 141: ...ecessary to do one of the following to return to normal operation Shut off all lamps and close all doors or turn the ignition key to RUN Accessory Power Outlets If your vehicle has this feature you can plug accessory electrical equipment into an accessory power outlet Just pull on the outlet cover to removeit and follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical equ...

Page 142: ...lectrical load must not exceed 20 amps Always turn off any electrical equipment when not in use Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain your battery The front ashtray is located above the passenger s side front cupholder To remove the front ashtray open it and gently pull it slightly past its stop To remove the ashtray on the sliding door open it then press down on the insi...

Page 143: ...l outlets d Floor This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets with some air directed to the outboard outlets for the side windows and some air directed to the windshield N C Air Conditioning This setting brings in outside air cools and dehumidifies it MAX N C Maximum Air Conditioning This setting cools the air the fastest by recirculatingthe inside air The right knob can also be usedto ...

Page 144: ...oster Most of the air comes out near the windshield with some going to the flooroutlets and front side windows The air conditioning compressor may operate in this setting to dehumidify the air The bi level setting is useful for cold weather with a large number of passengers or very humid conditions to help keep the windshield clear Use defrost to remove fog or ice from the windshield quickly in ex...

Page 145: ...ain climate controlpanel Generally the upper outlets are used for air conditioning and the floor outlets are used for heating Selecting the Fan Speed Rear Heat and Rear A C Fan Moveeitherthumbwheeloneither climate control panel up or down to HIGH MED Medium or LOW to increase or decrease the fan speed in the rear seating area Move the thumbwheel to OFF to turn off the fan Setting the Temperature T...

Page 146: ...ill only work when the ignition is in RUN Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off Be sure to The rear window defogger will turn off several minutes after the button is pressed If turned on again the defogger will run for several more minutes before turning off The defogger can also be turned off by pressing the button again or by turning off the engine Notice Don t use a razor...

Page 147: ...ay any ice snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the flow of air into your vehicle 2 Use of non GMapprovedhood deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the system 3 Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of your vehicle more effectively 3 22 ...

Page 148: ...w pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When oneof the warn...

Page 149: ...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 United States version shown Canada similar 3 24 ...

Page 150: ... a new odometer installed If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer then it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometerwas installed Trip Odometer The trip odometercan tell you how faryour vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero The trip Odomete...

Page 151: ...ness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows AIR BAG or the air bag symbol The system checks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the air bag sensor the air bag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the air bag system see...

Page 152: ...ld flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Charging System Light This light should come on briefly when you turn on the ignition before starting the engine as a check to show you it is working After the engine starts the light should go out If it stays I on or comes on while ...

Page 153: ... charging system to create maximum power You can only drive for a short time with the readings in either warning zone If you must drive turn off all unnecessary accessories Readings in either warning zone indicate a possible problem in the electrical system Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on w...

Page 154: ...n after you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds That s normal If the light stays on or comes on when you re driving your vehicle needs service If the regular brake system warning light isn t on you st...

Page 155: ...under normal driving conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible See Engine Overheating on page 5 31 Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada SERVICE ENGINE SOON I United States CHECK Canada Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition...

Page 156: ...s made to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fuel systemof your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect your vehicle s emission controls and may causethis light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty This may also result in a failure to pass a requ...

Page 157: ...l into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap See Filling Your Tank on page 5 8 The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off Did you just drive through a de...

Page 158: ...Here are some things you need to know to help your vehicle pass an inspection Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light is on or not working properly Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD on board diagnostic system determines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system The vehicle would be...

Page 159: ... low pressure zone indicatethe normal operating range A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerouslylow oil level or other problems causing low oil pressure Don t keep driving if the oi ressure is low Ifyou do your engine can becomeso hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced Notice Damage to your eng...

Page 160: ...ed a tamper there may be a problemwith the drive system and mode If the vehicle fails to start see Passlock service is required Malfunctions can be indicated by the on page 2 18 system before any problem is apparent which may If the light comeson continuouslywhile driving and also designed to assist your service technician in stayson there maybe a problem with the Passlock correctly diagnosing a m...

Page 161: ... onbrieflywhen you are startingthe engine UNLEADED United States Canada The fuel gage tells you approximatelyhow much fuel you have remaining when the ignition is on When the gage first indicates empty you still have a little fuel left but you should get more fuel as soon as possible If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving check your coolant temperature and engine oil pressure gag...

Page 162: ...e either a little more or a little less fuel to fill up than the gage shows The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up The gage doesn t go back to empty when you turn off the ignition The LOW FUEL light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine LOW FUEL This light comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel To turn it off add fuel to the fuel tank See fuel on page 5 5 3 ...

Page 163: ... your audio system can do and how to operate all of its controlsto be sure you re getting the most out of the advancedengineeringthat went into it Your vehicle may have a feature called Retained Accessory Power RAP With RAP you can play your audio system even after the ignition is turned off See Retained Accessory Power RAP under ignition Positions on page 2 19 Setting the Time for Radios with the...

Page 164: ...in radio stations a SEEK D Press the right or the left arrow to seek to the next or to the previous station and stay there a SCAN D Press both SCAN arrows SCAN will appear on the display The radio will scan to the next station play for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press the RECALL knob or both SCAN arrows to stop scanning Setting Preset Stations The four numbered pushbuttons let yo...

Page 165: ...y 3 Press two adjoining pushbuttons at the same time within five seconds Whenever you press the same two pushbuttons the station you set will return Setting the Tone Bassnreble BASS Slide this lever up or down to increase or te decrease bass TREB Treble Slide this lever up or down to increase or to decrease treble If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease thetreble Adjusting the Speak...

Page 166: ...e compensation at faster vehicle speeds Then as you drive SCV automatically increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive If you don t want to use SCV turn the control all the way down RECALL Press this button to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time Time display is available with the...

Page 167: ... display Press this button again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning presets The radio will scanonly to the preset stationsthat are in the selected band andonly to those with a strong signal Setting Preset Stations The six numberedpushbuttonslet you returnto your favorite stations You can set up to 18stations sixAM six FMI and six FM2 by performingthe following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 P...

Page 168: ...il the display goes blank or press and release the BASS or TREB knobs and turn them until the display goesblank Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL Balance Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers FADE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to move the sound toward the front or the rear speakers Return these knobs ...

Page 169: ... this pushbutton This allows you to listen and find out when the disc is at the desired passage Release this pushbutton to resume playing FWD 6 Forward Press and hold this pushbutton to advance rapidly within a track You will hear the disc play at high speed while you press this pushbutton This allows you to listen and find out when the disc is at the desired passage Release this pushbuttonto resu...

Page 170: ...serted 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 Compact Disc Messages ERR Error If this message appears and the disc comes out it could be for one of the following reasons 0 You re driving on a very ...

Page 171: ...operate the rear seat audio functions even when the primary radio power is off VOL Volume Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to increase or to decrease volume Push the knob back into its stored positionwhen you re not using it The upper knob controls the upper headphone and the lower knob controls the lower headphone AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 If the ...

Page 172: ...ain radio The radio will go to a preset station play for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press this button again to stop scanning Theft Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your radio It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever battery power is interrupted The THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used or ignored If ignored...

Page 173: ...d 4 pushbuttons at the same time Hold them down until shows on the display Next you will use the secret code number which you have written down 6 Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code 7 Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code 8 Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down The display will show R...

Page 174: ... your code contact your dealership Disabling the Theft Deterrent Feature Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition on 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 with your cod...

Page 175: ... 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 side without writing when handling discs Pick up discs by graspingthe outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of Your CD Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised due to the risk of contaminatingthe lens of t...

Page 176: ... 4 14 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 16 City Driving 4 19 Drunken Driving 4 3 Off Road Recovery 4 11 Freeway Driving 4 20 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 21 Highway Hypnosis 4 22 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 22 If YouAreStuck In Sand Mud Winter Driving 4 24 Ice or Snow 4 28 Towing 4 29 Towing Your Vehicle 4 29 Towing a Trailer 4 31 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 29 Loading Your Vehicle 4 29 4 1 ...

Page 177: ... in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is goingto brake orturn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentratingon a cellular telephone call reading or reachingfor something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a colli...

Page 178: ...mates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it s against the law in every US state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychologicaland developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How ...

Page 179: ...rson drank three double martinis 3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each within an hour the person s BAC would be close to 0 12 percent A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generall...

Page 180: ... the right answer What if there s an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There s something else about drinking and driving that many people don t know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to...

Page 181: ...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 at60 mph 100 km h travels 66 feet 20 m ...

Page 182: ...ou do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will stili 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 Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid When you star...

Page 183: ...ou slam on the brakes and continue braking Here s what happens with ABS The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmedto make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard 4 8 ...

Page 184: ... power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort 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 ...

Page 185: ...ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere...

Page 186: ...ood reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You mayfind that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulderwhile 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 vehicle ...

Page 187: ...ly indicates 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 Do not get too closeto the vehicleyou wantto pass while you re awaitingan opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces yourarea of vision especially if you re followinga larger vehicle Also you ...

Page 188: ...tleto the right Loss of Control Let s review whatdriving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration don t have enoughfriction 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 189: ...rol more limited While driving on a surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make ...

Page 190: ... 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 re adjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the app...

Page 191: ...ape a heavy rain can makeit harder to see roadsigns and trafficsignals pavement markings the edge of the road and even peoplewalking It s wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate f...

Page 192: ...y to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally 4 17 ...

Page 193: ...h deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving ThrclIgh Flowing Water 1 Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing water ...

Page 194: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move c...

Page 195: ...irrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it s slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use your turn signal Just before you leave the lane glance quickly over your shoulder to make sur...

Page 196: ...go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experiencedand able service experts in dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip e 8 e 8 e e e Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservior full Are all windows clean inside and outside Wiper Blades Are they in good shape Fuel Eng...

Page 197: ...ave 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 Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a rest ...

Page 198: ...ine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill If you do shift down your brakes could get so hot that they wouldn twork well You would then have poor braking o r even none going down a hill You could crash Shift down to let your engine assist your brakes on a steep downhill slope 0 Know how to go uphill You maywant to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and ...

Page 199: ...rlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between yourtires and the road you can have a very slippery situation You ll have a lot less traction or grip and will needto be very careful Here are some tips for ...

Page 200: ...anti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have an anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Braking on page 4 6 e Allow greaterfollowing distance on any slippery road Watch for slippery spots Theroad might be fine until you hit a spot that s coveredwith ice On an otherwise cl...

Page 201: ...mmon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep w...

Page 202: ... you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close the windo...

Page 203: ...vehicle as well as the tires If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth you can destroy your transmission For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains on page 5 70 Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels Then shift back and forth between REVERSE...

Page 204: ...n as a dolly Your vehicle was not designed to be towed with any of its wheels on the ground If your vehicle must be towed see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 29 Notice Towinganall wheel drivevehiclewith all four wheels on the ground or even with only two of its wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components Don t tow an all wheel drive vehicle if any of its wheels will be on the ground I UER...

Page 205: ...if there is a crash they ll keep going Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front orrear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Using heavier suspension components to get added durability might not change yo...

Page 206: ...hicle Be sure to weigh your vehicle before you buy and install the new equipment Towing a Trailer II you don t use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when you pull a trailer Forexample if the traileris too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passengers couldbe seriously injured Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the stepsin this secti...

Page 207: ...good source for this information can be state or provincial police Consider using a sway control if your trailer will weigh 2 000 Ibs 900 kg or less You should always use a sway control if your trailer will weigh more than 2 000 Ibs 900 kg You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls e e e Don t tow atrailer at all during the first 500 miles 800 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or ...

Page 208: ...weightis at least 75 of the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and the maximum trailer weight rating for the vehicle The tow haul mode for hauling a heavy trailer is most useful under the following conditions 0 When driving through hilly terrain at speeds below 55 mph 88 km h When driving in low speed or stop and go traffic below 55 mph 88 km h When driving in parking lots Operating in the tow haul ...

Page 209: ...t has all therequired trailering equipment The weight of additional optional equipment passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight You can ask your dealer for our traileringinformationor advice or you can write us at the address listedin your Warranty and Owner Assistance InformationBooklet In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer ...

Page 210: ...g or a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight for your vehicle After you ve loadedyour trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they aren t you may be able to get themright simply by moving someitems around in t...

Page 211: ...vided by the hitchmanufactureror bythe trailer manufacturer Followthe manufacturer srecommendation for attaching safety chains and do not attachthem to the bumper Always leavejust enough slackso you canturn with your rig Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 1 000 Ibs 450 kg loaded then it needs its own brakes and they must be adequate Be s...

Page 212: ...ulates the air inside your vehicle See Climate Controls in the Index Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as respons...

Page 213: ...o come in contact with the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering When you re turning with atrailer make widerturns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or otherobjects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle has to ha...

Page 214: ...signs similar to engine overheating To avoid this let the engine run while parked preferably on level ground with the automatic transmission in PARK P for a few minutes before turning the engine off If you do get the overheat warning see Engine Overheating on page 5 31 Parking on Hills _ u really shoul lot p your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could star...

Page 215: ...r 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 transmissionfluid don t overfill engine oil axle lubricant belt cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailerin...

Page 216: ...ags on the ground The eight wire harness must be routed out of your vehicle between the rear door and the floor with enough of the harness left on both sides so thatthe trailer or the body won t pull it If you do not have the optional trailering package your vehicle will still have a trailering harness The harness is located near the passenger s side rear wheel well It consists of six wires that m...

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Page 218: ...ating 5 31 Cooling System 5 33 Engine Fan Noise 5 39 Power Steering Fluid 5 40 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 41 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 11 Brakes 5 42 Battery 5 46 Jump Starting 5 47 All Wheel Drive 5 52 Rear Axle 5 53 Front Axle 5 54 Bulb Replacement 5 55 Halogen Bulbs 5 55 Headlamps 5 55 Front Turn Signal Lamps 5 59 Taillamps 5 60 Replacement Bulbs 5 61 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 ...

Page 219: ... Paint Spotting 5 89 GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 89 Vehicle Identification 5 91 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 91 Service Parts Identification Label 5 91 Electrical System 5 92 Add on Electrical Equipment 5 92 Windshield Wiper Fuses 5 92 Headlamp Wiring 5 92 Power Windows and Other Power Options 5 92 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 93 Capacities and Specifications 5 99 Capacities and ...

Page 220: ...ts have one of these marks Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own sewice 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 Publications Ordering Information on page 7 11 Your vehicle may have an air bag system If it does see Servicing Your Air Bag Equ...

Page 221: ...u have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task Be sure to use the propernuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can be easily confused If you use the wrong fasteners parts can later break or falloff You could be hurt Things you might add to the outside of yourvehicle can affect the airflow around it ...

Page 222: ...This does not indicate a problem existsor that a higher octanefuel is necessary If you are using87 octane or higher octane fuel and hear heavy knocking your engine needs service Gasoline Specifications It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by the American Automobile ManufacturersAssociation and endorsed by the Canadian Vehicle ManufacturersAssociation for better ...

Page 223: ...s caused by the type of fuel used repairs may not be covered by your warranty To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming allowing your emission control system to work properly You should not have to add anythingto your fuel Gasolines containingoxygenates such as ethers and ethan...

Page 224: ...l system may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for service Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may be hard to find Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel Costly repairs caused by use of imprope...

Page 225: ...rns 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 F I The tethered fuel cap is behind a hinged door on the driver s side of your vehicle 5 8 ...

Page 226: ...it you could be badly burned Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and waitfor any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill fuel Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle on page ...

Page 227: ...may damage your fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Port hle Fuel Container Never fill a portable fuel container whileit is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others containers vehicle in a vehicl...

Page 228: ...l oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill thingsthat will burn ontoa hot engine Hood Release To open the hood do the following 1 Pull the handle located inside the vehicle on the lower driver s side of the kick panel 5 11 ...

Page 229: ...Lift the hood release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop and remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood 5 12 ...

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Page 231: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood this is what you will see 5 14 ...

Page 232: ...rtment See Engine informationon location Checking Engine Oil CompartmentOverviewonpage 5 14for more It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you getfuel In ordertoget an accuratereading the oil Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutesto must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground drain back into the oil pan IfYOU don t the oil dipstick might not showthe actual leve...

Page 233: ... oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged The engine oil fill cap is located on the valve cover in the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle Your vehicle may have a cap with text and a graphic or just a graphic as shown above See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 14 for more information on location Be sur...

Page 234: ...l you use hasthe starburst symbol onthe front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put intoyour engine is American Petroleum Institutecertifiedfor I gasoline engines You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle as shown in the viscosity chart RECOMMENDEDSAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS HOT WEATHER F 100 80 t 60 40 t 20 0 7 C 38 27 16 t 4 7 18 WE...

Page 235: ...r vehicle If you are in an area of extreme cold where the temperature falls below 20 F 29 C it is recommended that you use either an SAE 5W 30 synthetic oil or an SAE OW 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 ...

Page 236: ...e unhealthy for yourskin 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 dispose of clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure t...

Page 237: ...over 1 Move both front seats as far back as they will go 2 Removethe instrumentpanelextension by removing the two nutsthat secure it inplace Thenutsare locatedat the bottomof the extensionon the driver s and passenger sside corners 5 20 ...

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Page 239: ...o remove it 6 Loosenthe two bolts on the engine cover The bolts are not supposed tocome out of the cover only from the front of the dash When removingthe cover be careful notto damage the instrumentpanel or the trim 7 Disconnect the AM radio ground strap 5 22 ...

Page 240: ...latches Tighten the two bolts located on the engine cover to reinstall the cover to the front of the dash Putthe heater duct over theengine cover studs Push up on the duct gently until it snaps into place Reconnect the electrical connectors Reconnect the AM radio ground strap Reinstall the engine cover extension by gently squeezing the sides and sliding it into place Make sure all of the fastener ...

Page 241: ...that are harmful to your engine Operating the engine with the air cleanedfilter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans theair it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned Don t drive withit off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner filter off I Notices If the air cleanerfiilter is off a b...

Page 242: ...ation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick Notice Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine part or exhaust system parts starting a...

Page 243: ... you a more accurate reading of the fluid level Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P Let the ...

Page 244: ...checking the transmission fluid while it is hot A cold check is used only as a reference If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Don t overfill Notice We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON Ill because fluid with that label is made especially for your au...

Page 245: ... other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion may result Inaddition the engine coolant will require change sooner at 30 000miles 50 000 km or24 months whichever occurs first should Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX COOL is not covered by your new vehicle warranty What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean drinkable water and one ha...

Page 246: ...ine compartment on the passenger s side at the front See Engine Compartment Overview on page5 14 for more information on location The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at ADD or a little higher When your engine is warm the level should be up to FULL HOT or a little higher Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant m...

Page 247: ...e radiator For information on how to add coolant to the radiator see Cooling System on page 5 33 Radiator Pressure Cap A RADIATOR RADIAEUR The radiator pressure cap is located in the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle Notice Your radiator cap is a 15 6 psi 110 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheat...

Page 248: ...m it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until thereis no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids init 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 ...

Page 249: ... P or NEUTRAL N and let the engine idle 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 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 and you have not stopped pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If t...

Page 250: ...ehicle should be parked on a level surface 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 Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Don t touch them If youdo you can be burned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could...

Page 251: ...iator corrosion may result In addition the engine coolant will require change sooner at 30 000 miles 50 000 km or24 months whichever occurs first Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX COOL is not covered by your new vehicle warranty drinkable water and DEX COOL engine coolant at the coolant recovery tank See Engine Coolant on page 5 28 for more information Adding only plain water to y...

Page 252: ...ended coolant and the proper coolant mixture You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the ADD mark start your vehicle 5 35 ...

Page 253: ... Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure capto cool if youever have to turn the pressure cap 5 36 ...

Page 254: ...nd upper radiator hose is no longer hot 1 Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turnit Remove the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 5 37 ...

Page 255: ...ure up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant on page 5 28for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recoverytank to the ADD mark 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the pressure cap off 5 38 ...

Page 256: ...is vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan When the clutch is engaged the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine in most everyday driving conditions the clutch is not fully engaged This improves fuel economy and reduces fan noise Under heavy vehicle loading trailer towing and or high outside temperatures the fan speed increases when the clutch engages So you may hear an increase...

Page 257: ...urn the key off let the enginecompartment cool down wipe the cap andthe top of the reservoir clean then unscrewthe cap and wipe the dipstickwith aclean rag Replacethe cap and completelytighten it Then remove the cap again and look atthe fluid levelon the dipstick The level should be at the FULL COLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark What to Use To determine ...

Page 258: ...Notice 0 0 0 When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water 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 Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it s very cold This allows for...

Page 259: ...ke system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later 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 havetoo 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 s...

Page 260: ...rake Fluid in this section Refer to the Maintenance Scheduleto determine when to check your brake fluid See Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6 30 You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap Just look at the brake fluid reservoir The fluid level should be above MIN If it isn t have your brake system checked to see if there is a leak After work is done on the brake hydrau...

Page 261: ... not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid I Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil suchas engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they ll have to be replaced Don t let someone putin the wrong kindof fluid If you spill brake fluid ...

Page 262: ...n costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications Bra...

Page 263: ...ingsthat are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakescan change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expectcan changein many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free ACDelco battery Whenit s time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original b...

Page 264: ... for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn howto prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature on page 3 47 Batteries can humyou They can be danyrrous because 0 They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode They contain enough electricity to or ignite burn you If you don tf...

Page 265: ...ssory power outlets Turn off all lamps that aren t needed as well as radios This will avoid sparks and help saveboth batteries In addition it could save yourradio Notice If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty 4 Open the hoods and locate the batteries Find the positive and negative terminals on each battery 1 J amatcl ra batterycancause...

Page 266: ...ve will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t connect positive to negative or you ll get a short that would damagethe battery and maybe other parts too Anddon 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 terminal of the vehicle with ...

Page 267: ...8 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 run the engine for a while 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and 11 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service Notice Damage to y...

Page 268: ...oth vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery vehicle with the good battery vehicle with the good battery other vehicle 5 51 ...

Page 269: ...aintenance Inspections on page 6 30 How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be ona 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 overtightenthe plug What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind ...

Page 270: ...t 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 tothe bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 32 5 53 ...

Page 271: ...nt How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface 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 temperature warm add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine...

Page 272: ... bulbs see Replacement Bulbs on page 5 6I Halogen Bulbs Halogenbulb e pressuriz gas insideand can burstif you drop or scratch the bulb You or others couldbe injured Be sure toread and follow the instructionson the bulbpackage Headlamps Sealed Beam Headlamp 1 Remove the four retainer screws and the retainer 5 55 ...

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Page 274: ...ocated behind the corner reflector to remove the entire corner reflector 3 Completely removethe sidemarker turnsignal lamp by pullingout the assemblyand disconnectingthe sidemarkerhrn signal lampsockets from the lamp 5 57 ...

Page 275: ...assembly 7 Turn the halogen bulb counterclockwiseto remove it from the assembly 8 Install the new bulb into the composite assembly by turning it clockwise until it is completely tightened 9 Reinstall the composite assembly by installing and tightening all of the screws previously removed 6 Remove the composite assembly 5 58 ...

Page 276: ...side of the lamp socket while turning the socket counterclockwise 4 Pull the socket out of the lamp assembly 5 Pull the bulb from the socket 6 Gently push the new bulb into the socket 7 Put the socket back into the lamp assembly and 8 Put the parkinghrn signal lamp assembly back turn it clockwise until it locks into the vehicle and tighten the screws 5 59 ...

Page 277: ...Taillamps 1 Open the rear door 2 Remove the two screws from behind the door 5 60 3 Pull out the taillamp assembly so you can see the socket ...

Page 278: ...ocket from the bezel If the socket does not have a tab turn the socket counterclockwise to remove the socket from the bezel 5 6 Remove the old bulb from the socket and replace it with a new one Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to reinstall the taillamp Replacement Bulbs 5 61 ...

Page 279: ...26for more information To replace your windshield wiper blade inserts do the following 1 Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Pinch the two tabs on the wiper arm and slide the insert out of the blade 3 Slide the new one in place Make sure the tabs are locked into position See Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 5 101for the proper type of replacement blade 5 62 ...

Page 280: ...ous accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued 0 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 0 Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as whe...

Page 281: ...ide Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Don t forget your compact spare tire It should be at 60 psi 420 kPa How to Check Use a good quality pocket typegage to check tire pressure You can t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radialtires may look properly inflated even when they re underinflated Be sure to put the valv...

Page 282: ...d adjust the front and rear inflationpressuresas shown on the CertificationRire label Makecertain that all wheel nutsare properly tightened See WheelNut Torque under Capacitiesand Specificationson page 5 99 Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any r...

Page 283: ...at the CertificationRire label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires get ones with that same TPC Spec number That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give proper endurance handling speed rating traction ride and other things during normal service ...

Page 284: ...nd where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States The gra...

Page 285: ...his tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representingthe tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustai...

Page 286: ...l wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces Using the wrc d replacement ...

Page 287: ...nusual 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 and g...

Page 288: ...ou and they could be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine 4 Put the wheel blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle at the opposite end 1 W The following steps wil...

Page 289: ...e wall and down to release the tabs securing the top of the cover 2 Remove the wheel blocks by turning the top nut counterclockwise Remove the nut and washer then pull the wheel blocks off the bolt 3 Push down on the bolt and remove the hooked end from the slot Slide the jack toward the front of the vehicle and lift it from the mounting Remove the extension and the ratchet from the pouch 5 72 ...

Page 290: ...The ratchet has an UP side Your compact spare tire is stored underneath the rear of your vehicle You will use the ratchet and extension to lower the compact spare tire It also has a DOWN side 5 73 ...

Page 291: ...ectsintothe hoist shaft I 7 Whenthetirehas been lowered tilt the 6 Turn the ratchet counterclockwise to lower the compact spare tire to the ground Keep turning the ratchet until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle retainer plate at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening 8 Pull the tire out from under the vehicle Nofice To help avoid vehicle damage do not dri...

Page 292: ...ff the hub caps to reach the wheel nuts The tools you ll be using include the jack A wheel blocks B extension C and ratchet D To remove the hub cap from the aluminum wheel fit the flat end of the extension into the notch Then remove the center cap 5 75 ...

Page 293: ... Never get under a vehicle whenit is supported only by a jack Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicledamage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 2 With the DOWN side facing you turn the ratchet and socket to loosen all the wheel nuts coun...

Page 294: ...e extension with the UP side 5 Turn the ratchet clockwise That will raise the jack facing you lift head a little A C Front Position A Front Jack Location B Jack C Ratchet and Extension 6 Position the jack under the vehicle 5 77 ...

Page 295: ...e vehicle by turning the ratchet clockwise Make sure the UP mark faces you Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well 8 Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire 5 78 ...

Page 296: ...welto do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you needto to get all the rustor dirt off 10 Put on the compact spare tire Put the nuts on by hand Make sure the cone shaped end is toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub If a nut can t be turned by hand use the extension and see your dealer as soon as possible ever use o i r gl Lse on uds ...

Page 297: ...e nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications in the Index for wheel nut torque specification I Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brakerepairs evenlytighten thewheel nuts in the propersequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications in t...

Page 298: ...3 Put the flat end of the extension on an angle through the hole in the rear door frame above the bumper The compact spare is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 82 See the storage instructions label to restore your compact spare properly vehicle by turning the ratchevwheel wrench until you hear two clicks ...

Page 299: ... want Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again Notice When the compact spare is installed don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails The compact spare can get caught on therails That can damage the tire and wheel and maybe other partsof your vehicle Don t...

Page 300: ...etone Paint Thinner 0 Turpentine 0 Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap 0 Bleach Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl leather plastic and painted surfaces with a clean damp cloth FabridCarpet Yo...

Page 301: ...ection use a 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean water dampened 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry sponge to remove any excess cleaner towel or cloth 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 cool wate...

Page 302: ...m the leather Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge Commercial cleaners may affect the surface fi...

Page 303: ...ing products from your dealer See GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials on page 5 89 Don t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives All cleaning agents should be flushed promptlyand not allowed Silicone greaseon weatherstrips will makethem last to dry onthe surface or they could stain Drythefinish longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply with a soft cle...

Page 304: ...cal fallout that can take their toll over a period of years You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster Washing with water is all that is usually needed However you may use chromepolish on chrome or stainless steel trim if necessary Use special care with aluminum t...

Page 305: ...applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted surfaces on the body or wheels of the vehicle Petroleum based products may damage the paint finish and tires Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore...

Page 306: ...r vehicle This damage can take two forms blotchy ringlet shapeddiscolorations and small irregulardark spots etched into the paint surface Although no defect in the paint job causes this GM will repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces o f new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km of purchase whichever occurs first GM Vehicle CareIAppearance Mate...

Page 307: ...rotects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects in one easy step no wipinq necessarv GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials cont d Description Wash Wax Concentrate Spot Lifter Odor Eliminator l Usage Medium foaming shampoo Cleans and lightly waxes Biodegradable and phosphate free Quickly and easily removes spots and stains from carpets vinyl and cloth upholstery Odorless spray...

Page 308: ...t this label is not removed from the vehicle This is the legal identifier for your vehicle It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel on the driver s side You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside yourvehicle The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates oftitle and registration Engine Identification The ...

Page 309: ...me cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools Although the circuit is protectedfrom electrical overload overload due to heavy snow etc may cause wiper linkage damage Always clear i...

Page 310: ...e block You can remove fuses with the fuse puller Remember to replace any of the spare fuses you use so you will have some if you ever need them again If you ever have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the ...

Page 311: ...ps Relay Instrument Panel Cluster Rear Defogger Cruise Module Truck Body Control Module Instrument Panel Cluster Cruise Control Switch ElectrochromicMirror Power Outlets DLC Subwoofer Amplifier Crank Circuit Fuse ParWNeutral Switch Starter Enabler Relay License Plate Lamp Tailamps Parking Lamps Ashtray Lamp Panel Lights Trailer Taillamps Front and Rear Sidemarker Lamps Door Switch Illumination Hea...

Page 312: ...Truck Body Control Illumination Truck Body Module Headlamp Relay Front Turn Signals RearTurn Signals Trailer Turn Signals Back up Lamps BrakeTransmission Shift InterlockSolenoid FuseKircuit Usage Breaker 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 A B Front Wipers Front Washer Pump VCM lgn 3 VCM Brake Cruise Stepper Motor Signal ATC Module Instrument Panel Radio ATC Main Feed 2000 Series Standby PRNDUOdometer TCC Ena...

Page 313: ... engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle Lift the hood and open the cover to gain access to this fuse block Feed AUX B AUX A Usage Upfitter Battery Feed Upfitter Accessory Feed A fuse puller is included in the underhood fuse block You will also find spare fuses 5 96 ...

Page 314: ...CM 1B HORN A C COMP RRHTR AC ATC FRT HVAC ENG I IGN E ECM I Blank RHHDLMP LHHeadlamp Blank Blank Usage Not used Fuel Pump Relay and Motor VCM Oil Pressure Switch Sender Horn Relay and Horn Air Conditioning Enable Relay and Compressor Rear Heater and Air Conditioning Active Transfer Case L Van Front Heater and Air Conditioning Oxygen Sensors Camshaft Position Sensor Mass Air Flow Sensor Evaporative...

Page 315: ...l Battery Fuse Power Accessory Circuit Breaker Stop Hazard Fuse Auxiliary Power Fuse Cigarette Lighter Fuse Radio Battery Fuse BATT Fuse Circuit Breaker IGN A IGN B ABS Blank RAP HTD MIR RR DEFOG Usage Starter Relay Ignition Switch Ignition Switch Electronic Brake Control Module Not Used Radio Accessory Power Windows Rear Window Defogger Climate Control Head 5 98 ...

Page 316: ...bel under the hood for charge capacity information and requirements Engine Specifications Wheel Nut Engine 190 Nom 140 Ib ft 0 060 inches Torque Firing Order Spark Plug Gap Transmission RPO Vortec 4300 V6 MFI M30 LU3 15 2 mm 1 6 5 4 3 2 I Micro Fuel InjectionTirePressures See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 Capacities and Specifications 5 99 ...

Page 317: ...ear A C Capacities English 2 6 pints 3 5 pints I 2 25 Ibs 3 0 Ibs Metric 1 2 L 1 7 L 1 02 kg 1 36 kg All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual recheck the fluid level after filling See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 32for more information 5 100 ...

Page 318: ... the part used in your vehicle when it was built or if you have any questions please contact your GM truck dealer I Part Number IEngine Oil Filter PF47 IEngine Air Cleaner Filter A I 163C IPositive CrankcaseVentilation PCV Valve CV769C ISpark Plugs 41 932 IFuel Filter I GF481 Wiper Blades Front Type Length Trico 22110158 18 inches 45 7 cm Wiper Blades Rear Type Length Trico 22154396 14 inches 35 5...

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Page 320: ...nance 6 18 Part B Owner Checks and Services 6 26 At EachFuel Fill 6 26 At Least Once a Month 6 26 At Least Twice a Year 6 26 At Least Once a Year 6 27 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 30 Steering SuspensionandFront Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection 6 30 ExhaustSystem Inspection 6 30 Fuel System Inspection 6 30 Engine Cooling System Inspection 6 30 Transfer Case and FrontAxle Throttle Sy...

Page 321: ...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 lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessaryto keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure t...

Page 322: ...rt 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 center should perform Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants lists Tome recommended products necessary ...

Page 323: ...e following and note how you drive If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them When you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trainedand supported service people will perform the work using GM parts The proper fluids and lubricantsto...

Page 324: ... 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 Fluid Check Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection if driving in dusty conditions FrontWheel Bearing Repack two wheeldrive only or at each brake relining whichever occurs first Au...

Page 325: ...st DriveAxle FluidCheck Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Automatic Transmission Service severe conditions only Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Fuel Filter Replacement Engine Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Front Wheel Bearing Repack two wheeldrive only or at each brake relining whichever occurs first Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transmission Service normal conditions Transfer Case ...

Page 326: ... time to checkyour brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection on page 6 31 3 000 Miles 5 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months c1 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service whichever occurs first See footnote needed Check constant velocity joints and axle sea...

Page 327: ...k constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 0 For Two Wheel Drivevehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first 0 Change automatictransmission fluid and filterif the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mo...

Page 328: ...tional information See footnote 27 000 Miles 45 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service I Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as whichever occurs first See footnote needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 30 000 Miles 50 000 km U Change engine oil ...

Page 329: ...id as whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service whichever occurs first See footnote needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 36 000 Miles 60 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months U Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service whichever occurs fi...

Page 330: ...rst An Emission Control Service whichever occurs first See footnote needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking U For Two Wheel Drivevehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occursfirst 0 Change automatictransmissionfluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city trafficwher...

Page 331: ...oth the fluid and filter U Change transfer case fluid 51 000 Miles 85 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months U Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as whichever occurs first See footnote needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 54 000 Miles 90 000 k...

Page 332: ...s for leaking Q For Two Wheel Drivevehicles only Cleanand repack the front wheel bearings or at eachbrake relining whichever occursfirst 0 Change automatictransmissionfluid and filter ifthe vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainousterrain When doing frequent trailer...

Page 333: ...pattern and additional information See footnote 0 Rotate tires See Tire hspection and Rotation on 69 000 Miles 115000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service whichever occurs first See footnote needed Check constant velocity joints and ...

Page 334: ...u are driving in dusty conditions Replacefilter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote f 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 78 000 Miles 130 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months U Chec...

Page 335: ... velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 90 000 Miles 150 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as whichever occurs first See footnote needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 0 For Two Wheel Drivevehicleso...

Page 336: ... 000 Miles 160 000 km Cl Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service B Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking page 5 64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footno...

Page 337: ...this schedule up to 100 000 miles 166 000 km should be repeated after 100 000 miles 166 000 km at the same intervalsfor the life of this vehicle The services shown at 150 000miles 240 000 km should be repeated at the same interval after 150 000 miles 240 000 km for the life of this vehicle See Part B Owner Checks and Serviceson page 6 26 and Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6 30 Foo...

Page 338: ...ice B Lubricatechassiscomponents orevery 12 months 0 Check readfrontaxle fluid level and addfluid as whichever occursfirst See footnote needed Check constant velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking 0 Change automatictransmissionfluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavycity traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches90 F 32 C or hi...

Page 339: ...ootnote needed Checkconstant velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking 0 For Two Wheel Drivevehicles only Clean andrepack the front wheel bearings or at eachbrake relining whichever occurs first 0 Change automatictransmissionfluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic wherethe outside temperatureregularly reaches90 F 32 C or higher I...

Page 340: ...ccursfirst See footnote needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 0 Change automatictransmissionfluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under oneor more of these conditions In heavy city trafficwhere the outside temperature regularlyreaches90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses suchas found in taxi police or deliv...

Page 341: ...tnote needed Checkconstantvelocityjoints and axle seals for leaking 0 ForTwo Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first Q Change automatictransmissionfluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic wherethe outside temperature regularly reaches90 F 32 C or higher I...

Page 342: ...whichever occurs first See footnote 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 0 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 ...

Page 343: ...footnote needed Checkconstant velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking 0 For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean andrepack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first 0 Change automatictransmissionfluid and filterif the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularlyreaches 90 F 32 C or high...

Page 344: ...l Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service D If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatictransmission fluid change both the fluid and filter 0 Change transfer case fluid 0 Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve An Emission Control Service 150 000 Miles 240 000 km 0 Drain flush and refill cooling sys...

Page 345: ...ssary See Engine Coolant on page 5 28 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 Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 41 for further details At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures Don t forget to check your spare tire Se...

Page 346: ...e with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 32 Automatic Transmission Check Check the transmission fluid level add if needed See Automatic TransmissionFluid on page 5 25 A fluid loss may indicate a problem Check the system and repair if needed At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubr...

Page 347: ...ther position your vehicle needs service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock ContYAl System Check When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps below 1 2 3 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake on page 2 26 if ne...

Page 348: ...gular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake 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 ability W...

Page 349: ...leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floo...

Page 350: ...ase 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 forkinks and proper installation Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Inspect other brake pa...

Page 351: ...leenWasher Solvent or eauivalent Usage Parking Brake Cable Guides Power Steering System Automatic Transmission Key Lock Cylinders Chassis Lubrication FrontWheel Bearings Fluid Lubricant Chassis Lubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGl 2 Category LB or GC LB GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No U S 1052884 in Canada 993294 or equival...

Page 352: ... S 12378508 in Canada 10953626 Usage Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor andRelease Pawl Hood and Door Hinges Weatherstrip Conditioning Fluid Lubricant Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM PartNo U S 12346293 in Canada 992723 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGl 2 Category LB or GC LB Multi PurposeLubricant Superlube GM Part No US 12346241 in Canada 10953474 or e...

Page 353: ... performed record the date odometer reading and who performedthe service and any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record 6 34 ...

Page 354: ...Maintenance Record cont d 6 35 ...

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Page 356: ...ne TTY Users 7 4 Customer Assistance Offices 7 4 GM Mobility ProgramforPersons with Disabilities RoadsideAssistanceProgram 7 5 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 8 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 11 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 11 7 1 ...

Page 357: ...actinga memberof dealership management it appears yourconcerncannot be resolved by the dealershipwithout further help contact the GMC Consumer Relations Manager by calling 1 800 GMC 8782 1 800 462 8782 Customer Assistance prompt In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer CommunicationCentre in Oshawa bycalling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free numb...

Page 358: ...New Vehicle Limited Warranty Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filling out a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case willgenerally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you You may contact the BBB usi...

Page 359: ...st Customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use the 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 AssistanceOffices GMC encourages customersto call the toll free number for assistance If a U S customer wishes...

Page 360: ... 5329 0 800 01 800 508 0000 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 mob...

Page 361: ...nterest and a list of GMC dealers along the route Also included is a list of hotels along the route that are discounted through affiliation with Quest International Trip Routing is available through Roadside Assistance by calling 1 800 GMC 8782 462 8782 Please be prepared to provide your Vehicle IdentificationNumber VIN Allow five working days for fulfillment Trip lnterruption Assistance GMC will ...

Page 362: ...nse plate number and color ofyour are calling GMC truck Roadside Assistance is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week 365 days a year including weekends and holidays Should you have any questions about roadside assistance call the GMC Roadside Assistance Center or Contact your dealer Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New VehicleLimited Warranty GMC rese...

Page 363: ...inconvenience during warranty repairs Plan Ahead When Possible When your vehicle requires warranty service you should contact your dealer and request an appointment By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs your dealer can help minimizeyour inconvenience If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driv...

Page 364: ...ge transportation through a friend or relative reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses up to 10 per day five day maximum maybe available Claim amounts shouldreflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle When your vehicle is unavailable due to overnight warranty repairs your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for...

Page 365: ...r for details General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify change or discontinue Courtesy Transportationat any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion Reporting Safety Defectsto the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect whichcould cause a crash or could cause inj...

Page 366: ...ontiac GMC Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 51 72 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engi...

Page 367: ...o 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 Publicationsare available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 OO AM 6 OO PM Eastern Tim...

Page 368: ... 1 67 WhereAretheAirBags 1 64 All WheelDrive AWD System 2 26 All Wheel DriveService Light 3 35 AluminumWheels 5 88 AM 3 50 AM FM Radio 3 39 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 50 Anti lock Brake System 4 7 Anti Lock Brake SystemWarning Light 3 29 Care of SafetyBelts 5 86 Appearance Care 5 83 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 89 Cleaning the Inside ofYourVehicle 5 83 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 86 Finish Damag...

Page 369: ...5 BrakeWear 5 45 Brakes 5 42 Braking 4 6 Braking in Emergencies 4 9 Break In NewVehicle 2 19 BucketSeats Rear 1 12 BulbReplacement 5 55 Headlamps 5 55 FrontTurn Signal Lamps 5 59 Halogen Bulbs 5 55 Replacement Bulbs 5 61 Taillamps 5 60 Buying New Tires 5 66 C California Fuel 5 6 Canada 7 5 CanadianOwners ii CanadianRoadsideAssistance 7 7 Cancelling the Sliding Door Capacities and Specifications 5 ...

Page 370: ...ourVehicle 5 86 UnderbodyMaintenance 5 89 Weatherstrips 5 86 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 86 Climate Control System 3 18 Rear 3 21 RearAir Conditioning System 3 20 Rear Heating System 3 19 CompactDiscMessages 3 45 CompactSpareTire 5 82 CompositeHeadlamps 5 56 Control of aVehicle 4 6 ConvenienceNet 2 45 Coolant EngineTemperatureGage 3 30 Heater Engine 2 22 Cooling System 5 33 Cruise Control 3 1...

Page 371: ...on WetRoads 4 16 Winter 4 24 Driving On Grades 4 39 Driving on Snowor Ice 4 24 Locks 2 7 Driving ThroughDeep Standing Water 4 18 Driving Through Flowing Water 4 18 Driving with a Trailer 4 37 E Electrical System Add on Equipment 5 92 Fusesand Circuit Breakers 5 93 Headlamp Wiring 5 92 Power Windows and Other Power Options 5 92 Windshield WiperFuses 5 92 Emissions Inspection and Engine MaintenanceP...

Page 372: ...n 5 25 PowerSteering 5 40 WindshieldWasher 5 41 Finding a Station 3 39 3 41 FM 3 50 Following Distance 4 38 Footnotes 6 7 6 18 Front Axle 5 54 Front Doors 2 8 Fuel 5 5 Additives 5 6 California Fuel 5 6 Filling a Portable FuelContainer 5 10 Filling YourTank 5 8 Fuels in Foreign Countries 5 7 Gage 3 36 Gasoline Octane 5 5 Gasoline Specifications 5 5 LowWarningLight 3 37 System Inspection 6 30 Fuel R...

Page 373: ...n 3 5 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank 5 34 How to Add Coolant totheRadiator 5 37 How to Add Fluid 5 27 How to Check 5 25 5 64 How to Check Lubricant 5 53 How to CheckPowerSteering Fluid 5 40 How to Use This Manual ii How to WearSafetyBeltsProperly 1 18 Hydroplaning 4 18 I If No Steam Is ComingFrom Your Engine 5 32 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5 31 If the Light I s Flashing 3...

Page 374: ... 47 KeyLockCylindersService 6 27 KeylessEntrySystem 2 4 Keys 2 2 L Lamps Exterior 3 12 Interior 3 15 LampsOnReminder 3 14 Lap Belt 1 27 Lap Shoulder Belt 1 18 1 29 LATCHSystem Child Restraints 1 52 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCHSystem 1 54 Latches Seatback 1 6 Leather 5 85 Leaving YourVehicleWiththe Light Leaving YourVehicle 2 10 EngineRunning 2 28 AirBagReadiness 3 26 Anti Lock...

Page 375: ...ection is Organized 6 3 MaintenanceSchedule cont Introduction 6 2 Long Trip Highway ScheduledMaintenance 6 18 MaintenanceRequirements 6 2 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 6 4 Part B OwnerChecksandServices 6 26 Part C Periodic MaintenanceInspections 6 30 PartD Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 32 Part E MaintenanceRecord 6 34 Selecting the Right Schedule 6 5 Short Trip City ScheduledMaintena...

Page 376: ...OverheadConsole 2 39 Owners Canadian ii Owner s Information 7 12 P Park P Shifting Into 2 27 Shifting Out of 2 29 Brake 2 26 OverThingsThatBurn 2 30 Park P MechanismCheck 6 29 Parking Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission Parking on Hills 4 39 39 PartA Scheduled MaintenanceServices 6 4 Part B Owner Checks andServices 6 26 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 30 Part D Recommended Fluidsand...

Page 377: ...32 RearSeatAudio 3 46 RearSeat Operation 1 7 RearSeatPassengers Safety Belts 1 29 Rear Window Defogger 3 21 Rearview Mirrors 2 32 Reclining Seatbacks 1 4 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 29 RearSeat Outside Passenger Positions 1 29 Reinstalling theEngineCover 5 23 Remote Keyless EntrySystem 2 4 Remote Keyless EntrySystem Operation 2 5 Removing the Flat Tireand Installing the Removing the EngineCover ...

Page 378: ...atPassengers 1 29 RightFrontPassenger Position 1 27 How to WearSafety Belts Properly 1 18 Safety Belts cont Safety Belt Extender 1 34 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 26 Safety Belts AreforEveryone 1 13 Safety Chains 4 36 Safety WarningsandSymbols III SealedBeamHeadlamp 5 55 Seatback Latches 1 6 Seats BenchSeat 1 11 BucketSeats Rear 1 12 Head Restraints 1 5 Manual 1 2 ManualLumbar 1 3 PowerSeat ...

Page 379: ...Scheduled Maintenance 6 7 Shoulder BeltHeightAdjuster 1 20 Skidding 4 13 Sliding Door Security Lock 2 11 Sliding Side Door 2 10 Some Other RainyWeatherTips 4 18 Spare TireCheck 6 27 SpecialFabricCleaningProblems 5 84 Specifications Capacities 5 99 Starter Switch Check 6 28 Starting Your Engine 2 21 Steering in Emergencies 4 10 Steering Suspension andFrontDriveAxle Boot and SealInspection 6 30 Spee...

Page 380: ...ailer 4 31 Your Vehicle 4 29 Trailer Brakes 4 36 TraileringPackage 4 31 TransferCase 5 52 Transmission Fluid Automatic 5 25 TrailerWiringHarness 4 41 Transmission Operation Automatic 2 23 Transmission Transaxle TransferCase Unit Repair Manual 7 11 Transportation Options 7 9 TripOdometer 3 25 Turn and Lane Change Signals 3 6 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 3 6 Turn Signals WhenTowing a Trailer 4 38...

Page 381: ...h Used Oil 5 19 WhattoUse 5 28 5 40 5 41 5 53 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 69 Replacement 5 69 When to Add Engine Oil 5 16 When to ChangeEngineOil 5 18 When to Check 5 64 When to CheckLubricant 5 53 When to CheckPowerSteering Fluid 5 40 When You Are Ready to LeaveAfter Parking on a Hill 4 40 WheretoPut the Restraint 1 47 WhySafety Belts Work 1 14 Windows 2 16 Manual 2 16 Power 2 17 Windshie...

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