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Engine Fan Noise

This 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 in fan noise.
This is normal and should not be mistaken as the
transmission slipping or making extra shifts. It is merely
the cooling system functioning properly. The fan will
slow down when additional cooling is not required and
the clutch disengages.

You may also hear this fan noise when you start the
engine. It will go away as the fan clutch disengages.

Power Steering Fluid

See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for
the power steering fluid reservoir location.

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Summary of Contents for 2005 Safari

Page 1: ...Center DIC 3 39 Audio System s 3 41 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 32 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood...

Page 2: ...al in the vehicle Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people rea...

Page 3: ...ON These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these...

Page 4: ...warning labels on the vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text de...

Page 5: ...These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle v...

Page 6: ...NOTES vi...

Page 7: ...nt Systems 1 41 Where to Put the Restraint 1 44 Top Strap 1 45 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 47 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 49 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for th...

Page 8: ...want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving If your vehicle has manual seats they can be adjusted forward or rearward using the lever located under the front of the seat s 1...

Page 9: ...ar of the seat cushion raise or lower the lever located toward the rear of the vehicle To move the entire seat backwards forward or up or down move the center knob Manual Lumbar If your vehicle has th...

Page 10: ...atback 1 Lift the lever and lean back until the seatback is at the desired position 2 Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it To return the seatback to an upright position pull up on...

Page 11: ...ng neck or other injuries The lap belt can not do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious inte...

Page 12: ...the seat toward the passenger s side to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever Try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place The center be...

Page 13: ...atback toward the front of the vehicle until it locks into place To raise the seatback do the following 1 Unlock the seatback lever by pulling up on the lever while pushing down on the upper edge of t...

Page 14: ...elt 2 If you have a safety belt guide on your seat pull the safety belt all the way out through the guide 3 To store the safety belt while the second row bench seat is removed pull the belt out and pu...

Page 15: ...me The latches are near the floor on the rear legs of the seat 6 Lift up on the rear of the seat to remove the seat assembly from the rear latch pins Then pull the whole seat back to remove the seat f...

Page 16: ...Seats 1 Lower the seat into position Make sure the front retainers are hooked onto the anchor pins 2 Pull the seat down to latch the rear retainers Make sure the seat is locked in by pulling up and d...

Page 17: ...shoulder belt to the attachment on the seat cushion If you have a safety belt guide on your seat pull the belt through the guide before reattaching the lap shoulder belt to the side of the seat The re...

Page 18: ...lts Safety Belts They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts CAUTION Do not let anyone ri...

Page 19: ...Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3 27 In most states and in all Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here is why They work You never know if you will be in a crash If you do have a...

Page 20: ...Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it is just a seat on wheels Put someone on it 1 14...

Page 21: ...Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 1 15...

Page 22: ...el or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That is why safety belts make...

Page 23: ...elts not instead of them Every airbag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you are in a vehicle that has airbags you still have to buckle up to get the most protec...

Page 24: ...has We will start with the driver position Driver Position Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here is how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat so you can s...

Page 25: ...nder the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest The...

Page 26: ...o loose It will not give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury...

Page 27: ...n be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause se...

Page 28: ...red if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and...

Page 29: ...riously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much...

Page 30: ...across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can...

Page 31: ...the height that is right for you To move it down push it in at the top of the arrows and move the height adjuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the should...

Page 32: ...senger s safety belt properly see Driver Position on page 1 18 The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the lap port...

Page 33: ...ou more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 32 Make sur...

Page 34: ...e serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there...

Page 35: ...lt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt 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 la...

Page 36: ...omfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head Here is how to...

Page 37: ...c cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic co...

Page 38: ...fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dealer will order you an extender It is free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the ex...

Page 39: ...der belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thi...

Page 40: ...the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the...

Page 41: ...lvic bones in a crash Infants and Young Children Except Cargo Vans Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and siz...

Page 42: ...es not 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...

Page 43: ...or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is desig...

Page 44: ...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 part...

Page 45: ...unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints Cargo Vans CAUTION Children who are up agains...

Page 46: ...ints However infants who should be restrained in a rear facing child restraint cannot ride safely in this vehicle CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older...

Page 47: ...For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms Child Restraint Systems An infant car bed A a special bed made for use i...

Page 48: ...f the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s body wit...

Page 49: ...restraints have used the adult belt system in the vehicle To help reduce the chance of injury the child also has to be secured within the restraint The vehicle s belt system secures the add on child...

Page 50: ...her than the front seat General Motors therefore recommends that child restraints be secured in a rear seat including an infant riding in a rear facing infant seat a child riding in a forward facing c...

Page 51: ...sion or sudden 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...

Page 52: ...be placed If you have an adjustable head restraint route the top strap under it CAUTION Each top tether bracket is designed to anchor only one child restraint Attaching more than one child restraint...

Page 53: ...ION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to th...

Page 54: ...cket 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 Passenger Van Bucket Seats Passenger Van Bench Seat...

Page 55: ...the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored There is no place to anchor the top strap in these positions Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System If you have a passe...

Page 56: ...r A Lower Anchorage B Lower Anchorage In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle you need a child restraint designed for that system With this system use the LATCH system instead of the vehicle...

Page 57: ...straint Designed for the LATCH System 1 Find the LATCH anchorages for the seating position you want to use where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion See Lower Anchorages and...

Page 58: ...ild restraint say that the top strap must be anchored If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system you will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be s...

Page 59: ...curing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position Bench Seat If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 49...

Page 60: ...be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To tighten the belt pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint If you are using a forward facing child restraint you...

Page 61: ...ar facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If your vehicle is a passenger van always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat...

Page 62: ...ugh or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if...

Page 63: ...may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the chil...

Page 64: ...e them Airbags are designed to deploy only in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflate in CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued rollover rear or low speed fro...

Page 65: ...en and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 1 33 and Infants and Young Children...

Page 66: ...Where Are the Airbags The driver s airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 60...

Page 67: ...ants Whether your frontal airbags will or should deploy is not based on how fast your vehicle is traveling It depends largely on what you hit the direction of the impact and how quickly your vehicle s...

Page 68: ...f the right front passenger How Does an Airbag Restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel Airbags su...

Page 69: ...gs are designed to inflate only once After an airbag inflates you will need some new parts for your airbag system If you do not get them the airbag system will not be there to help protect you in anot...

Page 70: ...rvice manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 11 CAUTION For up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected an airbag can still inflate du...

Page 71: ...sses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 7 2 Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder l...

Page 72: ...othing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more sever crash the you need new parts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mea...

Page 73: ...RAP 2 18 Starting Your Engine 2 18 Fuel Regulator 2 19 Engine Coolant Heater 2 19 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 20 Tow Haul Mode 2 22 All Wheel Drive 2 23 Parking Brake 2 23 Shifting Into Park P...

Page 74: ...the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not...

Page 75: ...m on page 7 5 Remote Keyless Entry System If equipped the keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device...

Page 76: ...you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry System Operation If your vehicle has this feature you can lock and unlock your doors from about...

Page 77: ...nt Under normal use the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won t work at the normal range in any location...

Page 78: ...xtreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or st...

Page 79: ...ed with a door open all doors are locked while the driver s side door remains unlocked Programmable Automatic Door Locks Your vehicle is equipped with an auto lock unlock feature which enables you to...

Page 80: ...of the available programming options All doors lock Only the driver s door unlocks Press the lock side of the power lock switch on the door panel once and then the unlock side once All doors lock All...

Page 81: ...oward 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...

Page 82: ...2 Move the lever all the way down CAUTION If your vehicle is facing downward on a steep grade 15 percent or more the door may not stay open and could slam shut possibly injuring someone To make sure...

Page 83: ...ide rear door first Grasp the handle and pull the door open To open the driver s side rear door pull on the latch release handle located on the inside of the door To close the rear doors close the dri...

Page 84: ...ell 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 rea...

Page 85: ...mitter See Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 4 The hatch can be opened or closed without a key if the door lock system is unlocked The interior light will not turn on if the rear doors a...

Page 86: ...by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weat...

Page 87: ...ked 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 sligh...

Page 88: ...lock system is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock at this time You may also want to check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on pag...

Page 89: ...position locks your ignition and transmission It is a theft deterrent feature You will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK Notice Using a tool to force the key from the...

Page 90: ...n START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid...

Page 91: ...lso have an internal thermostat in the plug end of the cord This will prevent operation of the engine coolant heater when the temperature is at or above 0 F 18 C as noted on the cord To Use the Engine...

Page 92: ...le can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your veh...

Page 93: ...ld move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Do not shift into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed Notice Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N with the engi...

Page 94: ...n FIRST 1 the transmission will not shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slow enough Notice Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator peda...

Page 95: ...t 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 re...

Page 96: ...it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle w...

Page 97: ...ome 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...

Page 98: ...consciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was...

Page 99: ...a garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 22 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PAR...

Page 100: ...ring 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 Outside Power Mirrors Your vehicle may have t...

Page 101: ...rsal transmitter and receiver provides a way to replace up to three hand held transmitters used to activate devices such as gate operators garage door openers entry door locks security systems and hom...

Page 102: ...in other vehicles as well as for future HomeLink programming It is also recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle the programmed HomeLink buttons should be erased for security purposes Refer to Er...

Page 103: ...indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light continue with Steps 6 through 8 following to complete the programming of a rolling code equipped device most commonly...

Page 104: ...en successfully accepted by HomeLink The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly Proceed with Step 4 under Programming HomeLink to complete Using HomeLink Press and hold the approp...

Page 105: ...earlier in this section Resetting Defaults To reset HomeLink to default settings do the following 1 Hold down the two outside buttons for about 20 seconds until the indicator light begins to flash 2...

Page 106: ...If you have rear storage compartments pull up on the lid to open the cover There is also a map storage pocket on the passenger s side of the engine cover console 2 34...

Page 107: ...for sunglasses The reading lamps trip computer temperature and compass display will work when the ignition is in RUN ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active See Retained Accessory Po...

Page 108: ...close to the center of the opener as possible 4 Center the garage door opener activation button over the console door button and press the opener firmly into place The pegs inside the compartment doo...

Page 109: ...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 Transmitter For more information see Progra...

Page 110: ...ith the two center supports Notice Loading cargo on the luggage carrier that weighs more than 200 lbs 91 kg or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage your vehicle Load cargo so that it...

Page 111: ...s and Cigarette Lighter 3 20 Climate Controls 3 21 Climate Control System 3 21 Outlet Adjustment 3 23 Rear Heating System 3 23 Rear Air Conditioning System 3 24 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 2...

Page 112: ...e Set Button 3 42 Setting the Time for Radios with HR and MN Buttons 3 42 AM FM Radio 3 42 Radio with CD 3 44 Rear Seat Audio RSA 3 49 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 50 Radio Reception 3 53 Care of Your CD...

Page 113: ...NOTES 3 3...

Page 114: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4...

Page 115: ...ol System on page 3 21 H Climate Control System See Climate Control System on page 3 21 I Rear Air Conditioning Control See Rear Air Conditioning System on page 3 24 J Rear Heater Control See Rear Hea...

Page 116: ...what position your key is in and even if the key is not in the ignition 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 W...

Page 117: ...level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the driver s side of the steering column includes the following G Turn and Lane Change Signals See...

Page 118: ...o help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs and a blown fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 95 If you have a trailer towing op...

Page 119: ...IST 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 t...

Page 120: ...n either stop or return to your preset speed Rear Window Washer Wiper Your vehicle may have this feature The rear window washer wiper is controlled by using the switch located on the instrument panel...

Page 121: ...eed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h When you apply you...

Page 122: ...cruise when you do not want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control 1 Move the cruise control switch to ON 2 Get up to t...

Page 123: ...release the switch or apply the brake So unless you want to go faster don t hold the switch at R A Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed Use the accel...

Page 124: ...Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may want to step on the acceler...

Page 125: ...tion turns off all lamps except the Daytime Running Lamps DRL Parking Lamps Turning the control to this position turns on the parking lamps together with the following Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps Licen...

Page 126: ...termines it is daytime and the parking brake is released When the DRL are on only your DRL lamps will be on The taillamps sidemarker and other lamps won t be on Your instrument panel won t be lit up e...

Page 127: ...mp systems so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system The DRL and automatic headlamp system will only be affected when the light sensor sees a change in...

Page 128: ...f press the button into the in position the dome lamps will remain off when a door is open To return the lamps to automatic operation press the button again and return it to the out position With the...

Page 129: ...equipment that you install The accessory power outlet is located on the passenger s side of the front storage compartment These circuits are protected by a fuse and have maximum current levels Certain...

Page 130: ...nt on for extended periods will drain the battery Always turn off electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum amperage rating The front ashtray is locate...

Page 131: ...tlets 6 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 A C Air Conditioning Th...

Page 132: ...from the windshield quickly in extremely cold conditions The temperature knob should be in the red area and the fan control toward high Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming gri...

Page 133: ...eep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of your vehicle more effectively Rear Heating System Your vehicle may have a rear heating system that allows you to...

Page 134: ...crease or decrease the amount of cooled air sent to the rear seating area To direct the airflow to the rear seating area use the right knob located on the main climate control panel Generally the uppe...

Page 135: ...nsive repair or replacement Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicl...

Page 136: ...s 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 econo...

Page 137: ...s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zer...

Page 138: ...If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your airbag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the airba...

Page 139: ...such as the radio and air conditioner Voltmeter Gage When your engine is not running but the ignition is on in the RUN position the gage shows your battery s state of charge in DC volts When the engin...

Page 140: ...ing though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there could be a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should come on briefly when you turn the...

Page 141: ...ur regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light earlier in this section The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come...

Page 142: ...ge to your vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction Notice If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after awhile your e...

Page 143: ...llowing If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light r...

Page 144: ...ion and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prev...

Page 145: ...A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or other problems causing low oil pressure CAUTION Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine...

Page 146: ...per mode If the vehicle fails to start see Passlock on page 2 16 If the light comes on continuously while driving and stays on there may be a problem with the Passlock System Your vehicle will not be...

Page 147: ...damage to the vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing a malfunction Tow Haul Mode Light This light should come on when the tow haul mode has bee...

Page 148: ...gas station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full The fuel tank will take 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...

Page 149: ...TRIP OFF No driver information is displayed in this mode of operation COMP TEMP Compass Temperature This display provides the outside temperature and one of eight compass readings to indicate the dir...

Page 150: ...S MET until your zone number appears on the display 5 Press MODE to enter your zone number Your variance is now set and the display will return to the COMP TEMP mode Automatic Compass Calibration The...

Page 151: ...e the system is reset Reset can only be performed in the AVG ECON FUEL USED and AVG SPEED modes All three modes are reset simultaneously Audio System s Notice Before adding any sound equipment to your...

Page 152: ...y Press and hold MN until the correct minute appears on the display To display the time with the ignition off press RECALL HR or MN and the time will appear on the display for a few seconds There is a...

Page 153: ...1 stations seven FM1 seven FM2 and seven AM can be programmed on the four numbered pushbuttons by performing the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select FM1 FM2 or AM 3 Tune in the...

Page 154: ...or to decrease treble If a station is weak or noisy decrease the treble Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL Balance Turn the control ring behind the upper knob to move the sound toward the left o...

Page 155: ...he way down Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 and AM The display will show the selection TUNE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to select radio stations P...

Page 156: ...eble Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to increase or to decrease the treble If a station is weak or noisy decrease the treble Return these knobs to their stored positions when you a...

Page 157: ...or difficulty in loading and ejecting If these problems occur try a known good CD Do not add paper labels to CDs they could get caught in the CD player If an error appears on the display see CD Messag...

Page 158: ...ect may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the ignition and radio off if this button is pressed first CD Messages ERR Error If this message appears on the displa...

Page 159: ...he front seat audio controls always have priority over the RSA controls If the front seat passengers switch the source for the main radio to a remote source the RSA will not be able to control the rem...

Page 160: ...re than eight seconds have played This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to a CD P SET PROG Preset Program Press this button to scan the preset radio stations set on the...

Page 161: ...nd 4 pushbuttons at the same time Hold them down until appears on the display Next you will use the secret code number which you have written down 5 Press MN and 000 will appear on the display 6 Press...

Page 162: ...e or forget your code contact your GM dealer 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...

Page 163: ...a CD 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 CDs Pick up...

Page 164: ...NOTES 3 54...

Page 165: ...Control 4 12 Driving at Night 4 13 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 14 City Driving 4 17 Freeway Driving 4 18 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 19 Highway Hypnosis 4 20 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 20 W...

Page 166: ...driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call reading or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficu...

Page 167: ...rinking depends upon four things The amount of alcohol consumed The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to...

Page 168: ...ls above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent has double...

Page 169: ...action time First you have to decide to push on the brake pedal That is perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That is reaction time Average reaction time is about three fourths...

Page 170: ...ne stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock...

Page 171: ...any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps recei...

Page 172: ...peed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here is why Experienced driver or beginner each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curv...

Page 173: ...cars and stops right in front of you You can avoid these problems by braking if you can stop in time But sometimes you cannot there is not room That is the time for evasive action steering around the...

Page 174: ...other vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a...

Page 175: ...es are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone is not trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the...

Page 176: ...andled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering...

Page 177: ...ur headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you are tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as...

Page 178: ...atedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it is easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps...

Page 179: ...s of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cau...

Page 180: ...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 yo...

Page 181: ...y map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See...

Page 182: ...to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust...

Page 183: ...ore starting out Of course you will find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They will be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you...

Page 184: ...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 ve...

Page 185: ...with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going dow...

Page 186: ...h and reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you...

Page 187: ...kes 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 will want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement...

Page 188: ...on 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 have been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a b...

Page 189: ...ong as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the b...

Page 190: ...r 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 more information about using tire chains on your ve...

Page 191: ...WR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating 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...

Page 192: ...s that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and lugga...

Page 193: ...nt Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 700 lbs 317 kg Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight...

Page 194: ...ned weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Tire Label A vehicle specific Certification Tire label is attached to the rear edge of th...

Page 195: ...horten the life of your vehicle Using heavier suspension components to get added durability might not change your weight ratings Ask your dealer to help you load your vehicle the right way Notice Over...

Page 196: ...ant to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes such as behind a motorhome see Recreational Vehicle Towing following Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing me...

Page 197: ...nd check with your dealer for more information about towing a trailer with your vehicle To identify the trailering capacity of your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer tha...

Page 198: ...e Tow haul is designed to assist while your vehicle is pulling a large or heavy load or trailer Tow haul is most useful while pulling such a load in rolling terrain in stop and go traffic or when you...

Page 199: ...ve Passenger 3 42 3 73 4 900 2223 5 400 2449 9 500 4309 10 000 4536 All Wheel Drive Cargo 3 42 3 73 5 000 2268 5 500 2495 9 500 4309 10 000 4536 All Wheel Drive Passenger 3 42 3 73 4 700 2132 5 200 23...

Page 200: ...a weight carrying hitch The trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight up to a maximum of 750 lbs 341 kg with a weight distributing hitch After you v...

Page 201: ...control if your trailer will weigh more than these limits You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch I...

Page 202: ...and they must be adequate Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintain them properly Your trailer brake system can tap into your...

Page 203: ...ulates the air inside your vehicle See Climate Control System 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...

Page 204: ...ome in contact with the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering When you re turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won...

Page 205: ...signs similar to engine overheating To avoid this let the engine run while parked preferably on level ground with the transmission in PARK P for a few minutes before turning the engine off If you do g...

Page 206: ...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 tr...

Page 207: ...gs on the ground The eight wire harness must be routed out of your vehicle between the rear door and the floor with enough of the harness left on both sides so that the trailer or the body won t pull...

Page 208: ...NOTES 4 44...

Page 209: ...Cap 5 29 Engine Overheating 5 29 Cooling System 5 31 Engine Fan Noise 5 36 Power Steering Fluid 5 36 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 37 Brakes 5 38 Battery 5 42 Jump Starting 5 42 All Wheel Drive 5 47 Rear...

Page 210: ...le 5 88 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 89 Finish Care 5 89 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 90 Aluminum Wheels 5 90 Tires 5 91 Sheet Metal Damage 5 91 Finish Damage 5 91 Underbody Maintenance 5 92 Chem...

Page 211: ...ant to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles including this one contain and or emit chemicals known to the State of...

Page 212: ...64 You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Part E Maintenance Record on page 6 32 CAUTION You can be injured and your veh...

Page 213: ...7 octane or higher as soon as possible Otherwise you might damage your engine A little pinging noise when you accelerate or drive uphill is considered normal This does not indicate a problem exists or...

Page 214: ...ndition is caused by the type of fuel used repairs may not be covered by your warranty Additives To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that wi...

Page 215: ...yl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life...

Page 216: ...ials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some places Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The teth...

Page 217: ...e fuel cap turn it to the right clockwise until it clicks Make sure the cap is fully installed The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would...

Page 218: ...ill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Und...

Page 219: ...and release the secondary hood release 3 Lift the hood release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot marked PROP ROD Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps...

Page 220: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood you will see the following 5 12...

Page 221: ...matic Transmission Fluid Dipstick See Checking the Fluid Level under Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5 24 E Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 22 F Engine Oil Fill...

Page 222: ...dipstick might not show the actual level 2 Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip down and check the level When...

Page 223: ...to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you are through What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for two things GM6094M Your vehicle s engine re...

Page 224: ...0W 50 Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should lo...

Page 225: ...e protection When to Change Engine Oil If any one of these are true for you use the short trip city maintenance schedule Most trips are less than 5 miles 8 km This is particularly important when outsi...

Page 226: ...nd disposal of oil products Used oil can be a threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal Never dispose of oil by putting it in th...

Page 227: ...nuts that secure it in place The nuts are located at the bottom of the extension on the driver s and passenger s side corners 3 Remove the screws located near the top on each side of the extension Gr...

Page 228: ...4 Disconnect the electrical connectors and set the extension aside 5 Grasp the top of the heater duct and pull down gently to remove it 5 20...

Page 229: ...the dash When removing the cover be careful not to damage the instrument panel or the trim 7 Disconnect the AM radio ground strap 8 Grasp the bottom of the cover and slide it rearward Then lift it up...

Page 230: ...on the duct gently until it snaps into place 4 Reconnect the electrical connectors 5 Reconnect the AM radio ground strap 6 Reinstall the engine cover extension by gently squeezing the sides and slidin...

Page 231: ...e following 1 Unsnap both clips on the filter cover 2 Remove the cover 3 Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter 4 Replace the cover 5 Snap both clips to secure the cover CAUTION Operating th...

Page 232: ...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...

Page 233: ...e 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 plac...

Page 234: ...el up to the HOT area for a hot check 1 Pull out the dipstick 2 Using a funnel add fluid down the transmission dipstick tube only after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot A cold check is...

Page 235: ...gine heater core or radiator corrosion In addition the engine coolant may require changing sooner at 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Any repairs would not be covered by your...

Page 236: ...the passenger s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level shou...

Page 237: ...page 5 31 Radiator Pressure Cap Notice If the pressure cap is not tightly installed coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured The radiator press...

Page 238: ...with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear...

Page 239: ...ice as fast as normal idle speed for at least three minutes while you are parked If you still have the warning turn off the engine and get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down You may decid...

Page 240: ...n off the engine Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL may cause premature engine heater core or radiat...

Page 241: ...s are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the ADD mark start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there is one more thing you...

Page 242: ...it first stops Do not press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now pus...

Page 243: ...he engine cooling fan 7 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture through the filler neck until...

Page 244: ...e fan speed increases when the clutch engages So you may hear an increase in fan noise This is normal and should not be mistaken as the transmission slipping or making extra shifts It is merely the co...

Page 245: ...lace the cap and completely tighten it 5 Remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the FULL COLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the leve...

Page 246: ...occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely full Do not use engine coolant antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake mas...

Page 247: ...s could be burned and your vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system See Checking Brake Fluid in this section Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to d...

Page 248: ...ystem can damage brake system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle s painted surfaces the paint...

Page 249: ...al travel This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Adjustment Every time you make a brake stop your disc brakes adjust for wear Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is compl...

Page 250: ...fter handling Vehicle Storage If you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more remove the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down CAUTION...

Page 251: ...enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you do not want You would not be able to start your vehicle an...

Page 252: ...eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine...

Page 253: ...uch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable does not go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal on the vehicle with...

Page 254: ...mote Negative Terminal B Good Battery or Remote Positive and Remote Negative Terminals C Dead Battery or Remote Positive Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1...

Page 255: ...ntenance Inspections on page 6 28 How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add...

Page 256: ...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...

Page 257: ...If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you may need to add some lubricant When the differential is cold add enough lubricant to raise the level to 1 2 inch 12 mm below the filler pl...

Page 258: ...contact your dealer Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instruc...

Page 259: ...lug the new lamp into the connector 4 Reverse Steps 1 and 2 to reinstall the headlamp Composite Headlamps 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 5 11 for more information 2 Remove the two screws fro...

Page 260: ...ulling it out and disconnecting the sidemarker turn signal lamp sockets from the lamp Replace the sidemarker turn signal bulb with a new one if it needs to be replaced 4 Remove the screw located behin...

Page 261: ...ssembly 6 Remove the composite assembly 7 Turn the halogen bulb counterclockwise to remove it from the assembly 8 Install the new bulb into the composite assembly by turning it clockwise until it is c...

Page 262: ...socket out of the lamp assembly 5 Pull the bulb from the socket 6 Gently push the new bulb into the socket 7 Put the socket back into the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks 8 Put the...

Page 263: ...ocket counterclockwise to remove the socket from the bezel If the socket does not have a tab turn the socket counterclockwise to remove the socket from the bezel 5 Remove the old bulb from the socket...

Page 264: ...king See Wiper Blade Check in At Least Twice a Year on page 6 24 for more information To replace your windshield wiper blade inserts do the following 1 Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Pi...

Page 265: ...too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 27 Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause...

Page 266: ...code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT Department...

Page 267: ...TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture D Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed t...

Page 268: ...onstruction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction E Rim Diameter Diameter of t...

Page 269: ...ximum capacity of fuel oil and coolant but without passengers and cargo DOT Markings A code molded into the sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Tran...

Page 270: ...hat contains a whitewall bears white lettering or bears manufacturer brand and or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire Passenger P Metri...

Page 271: ...ximum Load on the Tire Load on an individual tire due to curb weight accessory weight occupant weight and cargo weight Vehicle Placard A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle s c...

Page 272: ...your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are under inflated Check the tire s inflation pressure when the tires are cold Cold me...

Page 273: ...e front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire and Loading Information label See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 63 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 27 Make certain that all wheel nuts...

Page 274: ...d size of tires you need look at the Certification Tire label or the Tire and Loading Information label See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 27 for examples of the labels and where they can be found on...

Page 275: ...can be found 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...

Page 276: ...s 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 hi...

Page 277: ...should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them on...

Page 278: ...ly where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the rear axle tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends...

Page 279: ...may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may...

Page 280: ...ake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle To be even more certain the vehicle w...

Page 281: ...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 P...

Page 282: ...ove or restow a tire when the vehicle is on the ground 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 The...

Page 283: ...eep turning the ratchet until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle 7 Tilt the retainer plate at the end of the cable when the tire has been lowered and pull it through the wheel ope...

Page 284: ...Remove the center cap If the wheel has a smooth center piece place the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry it out 1 Before you start block the front and rear of the...

Page 285: ...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 counterclockwise Don t remove them yet 3 Attach...

Page 286: ...6 Position the jack under the vehicle Use the above diagram to locate the general positions for placing the jack A Front Jack Location B Jack C Ratchet and Extension Front Position 5 78...

Page 287: ...Extension 7 Raise the vehicle by turning the ratchet clockwise Make sure the UP mark faces you Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to fit und...

Page 288: ...aces where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt...

Page 289: ...uld lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tighte...

Page 290: ...s in the trunk until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle cou...

Page 291: ...orage instructions label to restore your compact spare properly 4 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by turning the ratchet wheel wrench until you hear two clicks or feel it ski...

Page 292: ...le through an automatic car wash with guide rails The compact spare can get caught on the rails That can damage the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of your vehicle Don t use your compact spare on...

Page 293: ...e obtained from your dealer Here are some cleaning tips Always read the instructions on the cleaner label Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set Carefully scrape off any excess stain Use a...

Page 294: ...the cleaner leaves a ring effect follow up with the club soda water instructions given earlier in this section Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup black coffee egg...

Page 295: ...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...

Page 296: ...ect rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Do not use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely GM approved cleaning products can be ob...

Page 297: ...eign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they rema...

Page 298: ...ng soaps chemicals abrasive polishes cleaners brushes or cleaners that contain acid on aluminum or chrome plated wheels you could damage the surface of the wheel s The repairs would not be covered by...

Page 299: ...r vehicle may damage the paint finish and or tires When applying a tire dressing always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on your vehicle Sheet Metal Damage If the vehicle is damaged an...

Page 300: ...lorations and small irregular dark 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 of new vehicles damaged by...

Page 301: ...s spots and stains from carpets vinyl and cloth upholstery Odor Eliminator Odorless spray odor eliminator used on fabrics vinyl leather and carpet See your General Motors parts department for these pr...

Page 302: ...ectrical Equipment Notice Don t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn t be covered by...

Page 303: ...its in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Look a...

Page 304: ...f the instrument panel on the driver s side Fuse Circuit Breaker Usage 1 Stop Turn Hazard Lamps Center High Mounted Stop Lamp Anti Lock Brakes 2 Radio Accessory Rear Seat Audio Controls 3 Courtesy Lam...

Page 305: ...Air Bag System 11 Not Used 12 Blower Motor Rear Air Conditioning Relay Coil Front Cont Temp Door Motor HI Blower Relay Defogger Timer Coil Fuse Circuit Breaker Usage 13 Cigarette Lighter Door Lock Swi...

Page 306: ...t Used 23 Rear Wiper Rear Washer Pump 24 Not Used Circuit Breakers Usage A Power Door Lock Relay 6 Way Power Seats B Power Windows Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block is located toward the r...

Page 307: ...1B Fuel Pump Relay and Motor VCM Oil Pressure Switch Sender HORN Horn Relay and Horn A C COMP Air Conditioning Enable Relay and Compressor RR HTR AC Rear Heater and Air Conditioning ATC Active Transfe...

Page 308: ...Accessory Circuit Breaker Stop Hazard Fuse Auxiliary Power Fuse Cigarette Lighter Fuse Radio Battery Fuse IGN A Starter Relay Ignition Switch IGN B Ignition Switch ABS Electronic BrakeControl Module F...

Page 309: ...ling System Without Rear Heater With Rear Heater 13 5 quarts 16 5 quarts 12 8 L 15 6 L Differential Fluid Front Axle Rear Axle 2 6 pints 3 5 pints 1 2 L 1 7 L Engine Oil with Filter 4 5 quarts 4 3 L F...

Page 310: ...parts identified below by name part number or specification can be obtained from your dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 25098463 A1163C Engine Oil Filter 250107...

Page 311: ...Services 6 23 At Each Fuel Fill 6 23 At Least Once a Month 6 23 At Least Twice a Year 6 24 At Least Once a Year 6 25 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 28 Steering Suspension and Front Drive Ax...

Page 312: ...necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle ma...

Page 313: ...have any doubt have a qualified technician do the work If you want to get the service information see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 11 Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you...

Page 314: ...ur vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when to schedule them When you go to your dealer for your service needs you will know...

Page 315: ...hever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or 3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection Front Wheel Bearin...

Page 316: ...relining whichever occurs first Every 45 000 Miles 75 000 km Engine Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transmission Service normal conditions Transfer Case Fluid Ch...

Page 317: ...Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Servi...

Page 318: ...ler towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km 18 000 Miles 30 0...

Page 319: ...k the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle i...

Page 320: ...n page 5 64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service...

Page 321: ...ase fluid 51 000 Miles 85 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first...

Page 322: ...2 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions chan...

Page 323: ...2 for more information An Emission Control Service See footnote Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack th...

Page 324: ...ever occurs first An Emission Control Service Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 22 for more information An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components...

Page 325: ...ate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Servi...

Page 326: ...tnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit re...

Page 327: ...on An Emission Control Service See footnote 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...

Page 328: ...nt trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km Rotate tir...

Page 329: ...filter Change transfer case fluid 52 500 Miles 87 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 12 mon...

Page 330: ...e See footnote 67 500 Miles 112 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occu...

Page 331: ...ction and Rotation on page 5 64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Em...

Page 332: ...park plug wires An Emission Control Service Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service If you have not used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore have not c...

Page 333: ...ll Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil on page 5 14 for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and a...

Page 334: ...ld and Wiper Blades on page 5 90 Spare Tire Check At least twice a year after the monthly inflation check of the spare tire determines that the spare is inflated to the correct tire inflation pressure...

Page 335: ...t to use More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment Starter Switch Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicl...

Page 336: ...e ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the ignition to RUN but do not start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move t...

Page 337: ...our 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 brak...

Page 338: ...ng 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 e...

Page 339: ...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 for kinks and proper installation Brake System Inspecti...

Page 340: ...page 5 27 Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Usage Fluid Lubricant Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Parking Brake Cable Guides Cha...

Page 341: ...ng GM Specification 9986115 Transfer Case AUTO TRAK II Fluid GM Part No U S 12378508 in Canada 10953626 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl...

Page 342: ...dometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance...

Page 343: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 33...

Page 344: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 34...

Page 345: ...ram 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 5 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 9 Reporting Safety Defects 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Gov...

Page 346: ...da contact GM of Canada Customer Communication by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention P...

Page 347: ...VA 22203 1838 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves t...

Page 348: ...Assistance Center United States GMC Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 1 800 GMC 8782 462 8782 1 800 GMC 8583 462 8583 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1...

Page 349: ...rogram Call 1 800 GM DRIVE 463 7483 for details TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Assistance Program As the owner of a new GMC vehicle you are automatically enrolled in the GMC Roadside Assistanc...

Page 350: ...dress and home telephone number Telephone number of your location Location of the vehicle Model year color and license plate number of the vehicle Mileage Vehicle Identification Number VIN and deliver...

Page 351: ...s your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unless of course th...

Page 352: ...ntal usage beyond the completion of the repair Generally it is not possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during th...

Page 353: ...rformance and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehicles and driving safety Unlike the data recorders on many airplanes these on board systems do not record sounds such as conversatio...

Page 354: ...S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live i...

Page 355: ...service procedures adjustments and specifications for GM transmissions transaxles and transfer cases Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably ser...

Page 356: ...tions are 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 00 AM 6 00 PM Easte...

Page 357: ...late 1 61 Where Are the Airbags 1 60 All Wheel Drive 5 47 All Wheel Drive AWD System 2 23 All Wheel Drive Service Light 3 37 AM FM Radio 3 42 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 53 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 4 6 Ant...

Page 358: ...g Trip 4 19 Bench Seat 1 6 Brake Anti Lock Brake System ABS 4 6 Emergencies 4 8 Parking 2 23 Brake cont System Inspection 6 29 System Warning Light 3 30 Brakes 5 38 Braking 4 5 Braking in Emergencies...

Page 359: ...Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 55 Top Strap 1 45 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 47 Where to Put the Restraint 1 44 Cigarette Lighter 3 20 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels 5 90 Exte...

Page 360: ...nment 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 10 Roadside Assistance Program 7 5 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 11 D Daytime Running Lamps 3 16 Defensive Driving 4...

Page 361: ...Temperature Gage 3 31 Cooling System Inspection 6 28 Cover 5 18 Engine Compartment Overview 5 12 Exhaust 2 26 Fan Noise 5 36 Fuel Regulator 2 19 Oil 5 14 Overheating 5 29 Starting 2 18 Entry Lighting...

Page 362: ...3 31 Fuel 3 38 Oil Pressure 3 35 Speedometer 3 27 Voltmeter Gage 3 29 Garage Door Opener 2 29 Gasoline Octane 5 5 Specifications 5 5 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 7 5 H Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6...

Page 363: ...Exhaust System 6 28 Fuel System 6 28 Part C Periodic Maintenance 6 28 Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal 6 28 Throttle System 6 29 Transfer Case and Front Axle All Wheel Drive 6 2...

Page 364: ...acement Parts 5 102 Maintenance Schedule At Each Fuel Fill 6 23 At Least Once a Month 6 23 At Least Once a Year 6 25 At Least Twice a Year 6 24 Brake System Inspection 6 29 Engine Cooling System Inspe...

Page 365: ...utside Convex Mirror 2 29 Outside Manual Mirror 2 28 Outside Power Mirrors 2 28 MyGMLink com 7 3 N New Vehicle Break In 2 16 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 5 102 O Odometer 3 27 Odometer Trip 3...

Page 366: ...Seat 1 3 Steering Fluid 5 36 Windows 2 15 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 7 Programming the HomeLink Transmitter 2 30 Q Questions and Answers About Safety Belts 1 17 R Radiator Pressure Cap 5 29 R...

Page 367: ...ory Power RAP 2 18 Right Front Passenger Position Safety Belts 1 26 Roadside Assistance Program 7 5 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 4 26 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked 2 27 S Safety Belt...

Page 368: ...Radios with HR and MN Buttons 3 42 Radios with the Set Button 3 42 Sheet Metal Damage 5 91 Shifting Into Park P 2 24 Shifting Out of Park P 2 25 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 6 6 Shoulder Bel...

Page 369: ...e Spare Tire and Tools 5 73 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 5 82 Tire Sidewall Labelling 5 58 Tire Terminology and Definitions 5 60 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 67 Wheel Alignment and Tire Ba...

Page 370: ...Gages and Indicators 3 25 Warnings Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Other Warning Devices 3 6 Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 69 Replacement 5 69 Where to Put t...

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