GMC 2007 Savana Owner'S Manual Download

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2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until

it clicks.

Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it
is secure.

When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the
way, it will lock. If it does, let the belt go back
all the way and start again.

If the belt is not long enough, see

Safety Belt

Extender on page 40

Make sure the release button on the buckle is
positioned so you would be able to unbuckle
the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.

3. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the

shoulder part.

Summary of Contents for 2007 Savana

Page 1: ...s 119 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 120 Mirrors 134 Storage Areas 139 Instrument Panel 141 Instrument Panel Overview 144 Climate Controls 159 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 166 Audio System...

Page 2: ...Replacement 338 Tires 340 Appearance Care 377 Vehicle Identification 386 Electrical System 387 Capacities and Specifications 393 Maintenance Schedule 395 Maintenance Schedule 396 Customer Assistance...

Page 3: ...bes features that may be available in this model but your vehicle may not have all of them For example more than one entertainment system may be offered or your vehicle may have been ordered without a...

Page 4: ...nual and the page number where it can be found Safety Warnings and Symbols There are a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell about things that could hurt you...

Page 5: ...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 6: ...These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle 6...

Page 7: ...Positions 34 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides 37 Safety Belt Pretensioners 40 Safety Belt Extender 40 Child Restraints 41 Older Children 41 Infants and Young Children 44 Child Restraint Systems 47 Whe...

Page 8: ...What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 84 Airbag Off Switch 86 Passenger Sensing System 89 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 96 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 97 Restraint S...

Page 9: ...den movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Lift the bar located under the front of the sea...

Page 10: ...or lower the rear of the seat cushion move the left lever up or down Reclining Seatbacks CAUTION You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is m...

Page 11: ...the seatback to the desired position then release the lever to lock the seatback in place 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked To return the seatback to an upright position do the...

Page 12: ...e in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt cannot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be ther...

Page 13: ...this press the tip of a key into the release hole of the safety belt buckle while pulling up on the safety belt 2 Locate the pins There are two pins located on the inboard sides of the rear seats If t...

Page 14: ...he pin on the other seat base 5 Pull the seat rearward about 2 inches 5 cm and then lift the seat from the floor rails 6 Remove the seat from the vehicle 7 For the first row rear seat stow the safety...

Page 15: ...sh The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted 1 Position...

Page 16: ...n the retaining clip 5 Push the pin with the gray cap marked L down until it is in the retaining clip 6 If the vehicle has a floor mat put the flap back to its original position 7 Repeat this procedur...

Page 17: ...t not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside...

Page 18: ...even buckled up a person would not survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or kil...

Page 19: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 19...

Page 20: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 20...

Page 21: ...unbuckle a safety belt even if you are upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has...

Page 22: ...ow to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller chi...

Page 23: ...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 40 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you...

Page 24: ...ips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your a...

Page 25: ...oo 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 26: ...otection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose In a crash you could slide under the lap belt and apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal i...

Page 27: ...an 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 s...

Page 28: ...ured 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: ...eriously 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: ...djust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder Improper shoulder belt height a...

Page 32: ...egnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Dr...

Page 33: ...which has no retractor To make the belt 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...

Page 34: ...e up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who are not safety belted can be thrown out o...

Page 35: ...all the way it will lock If it does let the belt go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 40 Make sure the release button on the buckle is po...

Page 36: ...at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining force...

Page 37: ...Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults When installed on a shoul...

Page 38: ...ic 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 c...

Page 39: ...st These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Outside Passenger Positions on page 34 Make sure that the sh...

Page 40: ...r safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 99 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is no...

Page 41: ...l restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn ov...

Page 42: ...seated in a rear outside seat position move the child toward the center of the vehicle Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides on page 37 If the child is sitting in the second row center seat positio...

Page 43: ...this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap...

Page 44: ...ave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play with the safety belts Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropria...

Page 45: ...s plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued vehicle s safety belt system nor its air...

Page 46: ...t 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 par...

Page 47: ...e child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secure...

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

Page 49: ...aint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle An add on child restraint system is a portable one which is purchased by the vehicle s owner To help reduce injuries an add on child restraint must...

Page 50: ...elt portion of a lap shoulder belt or by the LATCH system See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 54 for more information A child can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint i...

Page 51: ...n the child restraint Make sure the child is properly secured following the instructions that came with that restraint Because there are different systems it is important to refer to the instructions...

Page 52: ...rontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual...

Page 53: ...We recommend that rear facing child restraints be transported in vehicles with a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint whenever possible If you need to secure a forward facing...

Page 54: ...erly installed using the anchors or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual When instal...

Page 55: ...top of the child restraint to the vehicle A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle The top tether attachment B on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to...

Page 56: ...r Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint If the child restraint does not have a top tether one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restrai...

Page 57: ...Seating positions with top tether anchors i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors To assist you in locating the lower anchors each seating position with lower anchors has two lab...

Page 58: ...o install a child restraint in the center seating position use either anchor point A or B Never install two top tethers using the same top tether anchor There is a top tether anchor for the center sea...

Page 59: ...hird and fourth rows if the vehicle has a three passenger bench seat or in any four passenger rear bench seat if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions...

Page 60: ...le s safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual CAUTION Each top tether anchor and lower anchor in the vehic...

Page 61: ...ontact between the child restraint or the LATCH attachment parts and the vehicle s safety belt assembly Folding an empty rear seat with the safety belts secured may cause damage to the safety belt or...

Page 62: ...outboard seating position use anchor point B For the center seating position use either anchor point A or B Never install two top tethers using the same top tether anchor 2 3 Route and tighten the to...

Page 63: ...p tether anchors in the rear outside seat positions of the third fourth or fifth row Do not secure a child seat in these positions if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored o...

Page 64: ...belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set...

Page 65: ...ther anchor Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and to Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 54 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to b...

Page 66: ...uires that the top strap must be anchored If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system you will be using the lap belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the ins...

Page 67: ...hild restraint manufacturer recommends using a top tether and the position you are using has a top tether anchor attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor Refer to the instructions th...

Page 68: ...our sun visor that says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restr...

Page 69: ...detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it...

Page 70: ...securing the child restraint in this seat See Manual Seats on page 9 or Power Seat on page 10 When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag the off indica...

Page 71: ...portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your kne...

Page 72: ...atback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion If this happens slightly recline the vehicle s seatback and adjust the seat cushion if possible Also make sure the child restraint is n...

Page 73: ...switch is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned o...

Page 74: ...d facing child restraint in the right front seat position move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Manual Seats on page 9 or Power Seat on page 10 C...

Page 75: ...eed to use a rear facing child restraint in this seat make sure the airbag is off once the child restraint has been installed When the airbag off switch has turned off the right front passenger s fron...

Page 76: ...e shoulder belt to tighten the lap belt portion and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push do...

Page 77: ...adult or larger child passenger If you had turned the airbag off with the switch remember to be sure to use the airbag off switch to turn on the right front passenger s airbag when you remove the chil...

Page 78: ...flating bag all airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system CAUTION You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are...

Page 79: ...r your safety belt even with airbags The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle If your vehicle has an airbag for the right front passenger read the f...

Page 80: ...airbag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Airbag Readiness Light on page 169 for more information Where Ar...

Page 81: ...ccupant and an airbag the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put...

Page 82: ...impact and how quickly your vehicle slows down Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash speeds For example If the vehicle hits a stationary object the airbags could inflate at a different crash...

Page 83: ...t it can be somewhat above or below this range Dual Stage Airbags If your vehicle has frontal airbags with dual stage deployment the restraint will adjust according to the crash severity Your vehicle...

Page 84: ...any types of collisions including rollovers rear impacts and many side impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward those airbags Airbags should never be regarded as anything more than...

Page 85: ...hazard warning flashers off by using the controls for those features In many crashes severe enough to inflate an airbag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage ma...

Page 86: ...to airbag OFF if the person in the right front passenger s position is a member of a passenger risk group identified by the national government as follows Infant An infant less than 1 year old must r...

Page 87: ...tion which according to his or her physician Causes the passenger airbag to pose a special risk for the passenger and Makes the potential harm from the passenger airbag in a crash greater than the pot...

Page 88: ...airbag readiness light ever comes on when you have turned off the airbag it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system The right front passenger s airbag could inflate even though the s...

Page 89: ...on Passenger Sensing System If your instrument panel has one of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations your vehicle has a passenger sensing system If your vehicle does not have a passe...

Page 90: ...sing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger s seat The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the passenger s frontal...

Page 91: ...if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off CAUTION...

Page 92: ...hild restraint in the right front seat position Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child restraint CAUT...

Page 93: ...panel will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is off If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit turn the vehicle off Remove the child restraint from the vehicle...

Page 94: ...g upon the person s seating posture and body build Everyone in your vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person If a...

Page 95: ...t equipment such as seat covers seat heaters and seat massagers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates Remove any additional material from the seat cushion before reinstalling or se...

Page 96: ...stem To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 437 CAUTION For up to 10 seconds after the ignition is turned off and the battery is disconnected an airbag can...

Page 97: ...modify your vehicle The phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 418 Q Because I have a disability I have to get my vehicle mo...

Page 98: ...Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken airbag covers...

Page 99: ...belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system was not being used at the time of the collision If an airbag inflates if your vehicle ha...

Page 100: ...NOTES 100...

Page 101: ...120 New Vehicle Break In 120 Ignition Positions 121 Retained Accessory Power RAP 122 Starting the Engine 122 Fuel Regulator 124 Engine Coolant Heater 124 Automatic Transmission Operation 125 Parking B...

Page 102: ...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 103: ...e on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep this tag in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using this tag Notice If...

Page 104: ...ause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you may notice a dec...

Page 105: ...hile the ignition is turned off The horn will sound and both the interior and exterior lamps will flash for up to thirty seconds To stop the instant panic alarm press the panic button again wait for t...

Page 106: ...ansmitter at the same time for seven seconds The door locks should cycle to confirm synchronization If the locks do not cycle see your dealer for service Battery Replacement Under normal use the batte...

Page 107: ...like a pencil to remove the old battery Do not use a metal object 3 Remove and replace the battery positive side down 4 Snap the transmitter back together tightly to be sure no moisture can enter 5 P...

Page 108: ...e not locked So wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can...

Page 109: ...of the power door lock switch to lock all the doors at once Press the top side of the power door lock switch to unlock all the doors at once When a door is locked the inside door handle will not work...

Page 110: ...he door locks to normal operation For the side sliding door move the button up to engage the security feature Move the button down to return the door locks to normal operation Lockout Protection This...

Page 111: ...he front of the vehicle When the door is closed it will be flush with the side of the body To open the sliding side door from the inside turn the handle upward and toward the rear of the vehicle Then...

Page 112: ...r To open the front portion of a 60 40 door from the outside pull out on the handle and pull the door toward you To open the front portion of a 60 40 door from the inside pull the handle toward you an...

Page 113: ...n close the front door Check to make sure that both doors are completely closed The front side swing out door has a check strap assembly in the door frame to keep the door from opening beyond 90 degre...

Page 114: ...cked So wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overc...

Page 115: ...passenger side rear door first To open the driver side rear door pull the latch release at the inside edge of the door To close the rear doors close the driver side rear door first Then close the pas...

Page 116: ...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 117: ...th the power window symbol on it to lower the window Press the top of the switch with the power window symbol on it to raise the window Express Down The driver s window switch also has an express down...

Page 118: ...latch to lock the window into place To close the window pull the latch toward you and push down on the latch to lock it Your vehicle also has rear swing out windows The rear swing out windows work the...

Page 119: ...th a valid key If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with fuel is disabled During normal operation the SECURITY light will go off approximately five seconds after the...

Page 120: ...full throttle starts Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles 322 km or so During this time your new brake linings are not yet broken in Hard st...

Page 121: ...e of these works then your vehicle needs service B ACCESSORY This position lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off Lengthy operation of features such as the...

Page 122: ...n your vehicle to continue to work for up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned to LOCK or until one of the doors is opened Starting the Engine Place the transmission in the proper gear Move...

Page 123: ...to allow the cranking motor to cool down 2 If the engine does not start after 5 10 seconds especially in very cold weather below 0 F or 18 C it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing the...

Page 124: ...he driver s side of the engine compartment and is attached to the hose for the power steering reservoir 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded...

Page 125: ...be sure your vehicle will not CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued move even when you are on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P See Shifting Into Park...

Page 126: ...ith the wheels To restart when you are already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is running at high spe...

Page 127: ...to minimize heat build up and extend the life of your transmission SECOND 2 This position reduces vehicle speed even more than THIRD 3 without using your brakes You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can h...

Page 128: ...marked BRAKE RELEASE to release the parking brake If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released the brake system warning light will go off Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overh...

Page 129: ...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 130: ...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 131: ...Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite Do not park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn 131...

Page 132: ...have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Your vehicle wa...

Page 133: ...arage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 254 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P...

Page 134: ...splay The temperature can be displayed by pressing the compass temperature button Pressing the compass temperature button once briefly will toggle the display reading on and off To alternate the tempe...

Page 135: ...rror compass windows If CAL is not displayed push in the compass temperature button for approximately nine seconds or until CAL is displayed The compass can be calibrated by driving the vehicle in cir...

Page 136: ...n the display After you stop pressing the button the display will show a compass direction within a few seconds Cleaning the Mirror Use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner Do...

Page 137: ...ou 1 To adjust the mirrors when towing a trailer turn the mirror by pushing the mirror head toward the front of the vehicle 2 Turn the mirror head so that it swings further outboard and adjust the mir...

Page 138: ...s side door Select each mirror by turning the knob clockwise for the passenger s side mirror or counterclockwise for the driver s side mirror The center position is neutral Then adjust the mirror angl...

Page 139: ...defogger comes on when the outside heated mirrors are on If your vehicle has a rear window defogger see Rear Window Defogger in Climate Control System on page 159 Storage Areas Your vehicle may have...

Page 140: ...NOTES 140...

Page 141: ...ide 157 Entry Lighting 157 Exit Lighting 157 Reading Lamps 157 Battery Run Down Protection 158 Accessory Power Outlet s 158 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 159 Climate Controls 159 Climate Control Sys...

Page 142: ...RL Indicator Light 185 Tow Haul Mode Light 185 Check Gages Warning Light 185 Fuel Gage 186 Audio System s 187 Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems RDS 188 Setting the Time for Radios...

Page 143: ...NOTES 143...

Page 144: ...Instrument Panel Overview 144...

Page 145: ...Exterior Lamp Controls See Exterior Lamps on page 154 H Tow Haul Mode Button See Tow Haul Mode under Towing a Trailer on page 266 I Rear Heating System If Equipped See Rear Heating System on page 163...

Page 146: ...tion position the 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 Wh...

Page 147: ...eering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steer...

Page 148: ...signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it If you move th...

Page 149: ...off or on low beam your high beam headlamps will turn on and stay on as long as you hold the lever toward you and the high beam indicator on the instrument panel will come on Release the lever to turn...

Page 150: ...clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become worn or damaged get new blades or blade inserts Wi...

Page 151: ...re you cannot drive safely at a steady speed So do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire...

Page 152: ...UISE light on the instrument panel will illuminate when the cruise control is engaged Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of c...

Page 153: ...in very small amounts move the switch to resume accelerate briefly Each time you do this your vehicle will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control Press and hold the s...

Page 154: ...e pedal Move the cruise control switch to off If your vehicle has the StabiliTrak feature cruise control will deactivate if road conditions cause StabiliTrak to activate Erasing Speed Memory When you...

Page 155: ...her with the parking lamps and turn off the daytime running lamps You can switch your headlamps from high to low beam by pulling the turn signal high beam lever toward you A circuit breaker protects y...

Page 156: ...trument panel will be lit When you turn the headlamp switch off the headlamps will go off and your DRL lamps parking lamps will illuminate To turn off the DRL turn the exterior lamp control to the off...

Page 157: ...ting Your vehicle is equipped with an illuminated entry feature When a door is opened the dome lamps will come on if the dome override button is in the out position If the dome override button is pres...

Page 158: ...t the cover When not using it always close the cover Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible to the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experie...

Page 159: ...o When it s ready it will pop back out by itself Notice Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating will not allow the lighter to back away from the heating element when it is hot Damage from o...

Page 160: ...or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed Temperature Control Turn the center knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature inside your vehicle If your ve...

Page 161: ...is setting the outside air comes out of both the floor and defroster outlets Adjust the temperature knob for warmer or cooler air The air conditioning compressor may operate in this setting to dehumid...

Page 162: ...gain or by turning off the engine Notice Do not use a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window Do not adhere anything to the defogger grid lines in the rear glass These actions may...

Page 163: ...mbwheel for this system is located to the left of the audio system 9 Fan Turn the thumbwheel up or down to increase or decrease the amount of heated air sent to the rear seating area HI Turn the thumb...

Page 164: ...panel for this system is located in the second row behind the driver in the rear of your vehicle A rear seat passenger can use this control panel to personally adjust the temperature the direction of...

Page 165: ...e or decrease the temperature for the rear of the vehicle turn the right knob located on the climate control panel The air conditioning system on the main climate control panel must be turned on to di...

Page 166: ...ages 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 indi...

Page 167: ...s designed to let you know at a glance how the vehicle is running You will know how fast you are going how much fuel you are using and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and econo...

Page 168: ...ow far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero Press the reset button located on the instrument panel cluster next to the trip odometer display to toggle between the...

Page 169: ...ssenger remains unbuckled and the vehicle is in motion If the passenger s safety belt is buckled neither the chime nor the light will come on Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light...

Page 170: ...ed right away if the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle The airbag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t c...

Page 171: ...bag Off Switch on page 86 for more on this including important safety information CAUTION If the airbag readiness light ever comes on when you have turned off the airbag it means that something may be...

Page 172: ...nger s frontal airbag If your vehicle has a rear seat it will accommodate a rear facing child restraint A label on your sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because t...

Page 173: ...whenever possible If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the right front passenger s frontal airbag is enabled may inflate CAUTION If the on ind...

Page 174: ...e right front passenger seat may not have the protection of the frontal airbag See Airbag Readiness Light on page 169 Charging System Light This light should come on briefly when you turn on the ignit...

Page 175: ...he charging system to create maximum power You can only drive for a short time with the reading in either warning zone If you must drive turn off all unnecessary accessories Readings in either warning...

Page 176: ...e light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See Towing Your Vehicle on page 264 CAUTION Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with th...

Page 177: ...so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem StabiliTrak Not Ready Light If your vehicle has the StabiliTrak system this light will come on according to the description table for the StabiliT...

Page 178: ...le has a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emission...

Page 179: ...s to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty This may also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection Maintenance test See Accessories and Modifications...

Page 180: ...still flashing follow the previous steps and see your dealer for service as soon as possible If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the fol...

Page 181: ...ssions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspect...

Page 182: ...ure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or other problem causing low oil pressure Check your oil as soon as possible CAUTION Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your...

Page 183: ...set the light will stay on for a while each time the engine is started For more information on resetting the system see How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System under Engine Oil Life System Gasoline En...

Page 184: ...formance may occur If the reduced engine power light is on but there is no reduction in performance proceed to your destination The performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven The v...

Page 185: ...trument panel It will light whenever the DRL are on It is also a reminder to turn on your headlamps when driving at night Tow Haul Mode Light This message is displayed when the tow haul mode has been...

Page 186: ...ble Listed are four situations you may experience with your fuel gage At the gas station the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel...

Page 187: ...avorite radio stations setting the tone and adjusting the speakers Then when driving conditions permit you can tune to your favorite stations using the presets and steering wheel controls if the vehic...

Page 188: ...and even damage them Your vehicle s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added Notice The chime signals related to safety belts parking brake and other functions...

Page 189: ...ame time until RDS TIME appears on the display To accept this time press and hold the hour and minute buttons at the same time for another two seconds If the time is not available from the station NO...

Page 190: ...seconds until you hear two beeps The radio goes to the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons plays for a few seconds then goes to the next preset station Press either SEEK arrow again to sto...

Page 191: ...adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers press and release the AUDIO button until BAL balance appears on the display Then press and hold the up or the down arrow to move the sound t...

Page 192: ...FTLOCK system has locked up Take the vehicle to the dealer for service If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer Radio with CD Playing the Radio PWR Power P...

Page 193: ...seconds until you hear two beeps The radio goes to the first preset station stored on the pushbuttons plays for a few seconds then goes to the next preset station Press either SEEK arrow again to sto...

Page 194: ...IO To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers press and release the AUDIO button until BAL balance appears on the display Then press and hold the up or the down arrow to move the so...

Page 195: ...the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player it stays in the player When the ignition or radio is turned on the CD starts playing where it stopped if it was the last selected audio sour...

Page 196: ...s pushbutton is held or pressed more than once the player continues moving backward through the CD 2 NEXT Press this pushbutton to go to the next track The track number appears on the display If this...

Page 197: ...io CD appears on the display if a CD is loaded Z Eject Press this button to eject a CD Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the ignition and radio off if...

Page 198: ...upside down The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again There may have been a problem while burning the CD The label may be caught in the CD player If the CD is not playing correctly...

Page 199: ...e or call letters appear on the display instead of the frequency RDS stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast Pl...

Page 200: ...r the TYPE arrows to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there The radio only seeks stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band SCAN Press and hold either the SCAN or th...

Page 201: ...ble AUDIO Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS or TREB appears on the display Turn the knob to increase or to decrease The display shows the bass or treble level If a station is weak or has stat...

Page 202: ...sition push and hold the AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker control is displayed ALL CENTERED appears on the display you will hear a beep and the display level adjusts to the middle position Finding a...

Page 203: ...or two seconds AF ON appears on the display The radio may switch to stations with a stronger frequency To turn alternate frequency off press and hold BAND again for two seconds AF OFF appears on the d...

Page 204: ...symbol disappears from the display until another new message is received The last message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button You can view the last message until a new message is received or...

Page 205: ...tal or chrome tape is inserted If an error appears on the display see Cassette Tape Messages later in this section 1 PREV Previous The tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each sel...

Page 206: ...through the tape SEEK and a positive or negative number appears on the display SCAN Press and hold either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and yo...

Page 207: ...possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of the Cassette Tape Player on page 224 If the cassette tape is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good cassette If any...

Page 208: ...CD R has been handled There may be an increase in skipping difficulty in finding tracks and or difficulty in loading and ejecting If these problems occur check the bottom surface of the CD If the surf...

Page 209: ...passage ET and the elapsed time of the track appears on the display 4 FWD Forward Press and hold this pushbutton to quickly advance within a track Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seco...

Page 210: ...inside the radio for future listening TAPE DISC Press this button to play a cassette tape or CD when listening to the radio The inactive tape or CD remains safely inside the radio for future listening...

Page 211: ...e CD The label may be caught in the CD player If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your...

Page 212: ...splay Finding a Station BAND Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 or AM The display shows the selection oTUNE p Turn this knob to select radio stations SEEK Press either the SEEK or the TYPE ar...

Page 213: ...ton until a beep is heard Setting the Tone Bass Middle Treble AUDIO Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS MID or TREB appears on the display Turn the knob to increase or to decrease The display s...

Page 214: ...speaker controls are displayed ALL CENTERED appears on the display and you will hear a beep Radio Data System RDS The audio system has a Radio Data System RDS RDS features are available for use only o...

Page 215: ...e TYPE button to activate program type select mode P TYPE and the last selected PTY appears on the display 2 Turn the TYPE knob or press and release the TYPE button to select a PTY 3 Once the desired...

Page 216: ...eturns 5 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton RDS Messages INFO Information If the current station has a message INFO appears on the display Press this button to see the message The message may displa...

Page 217: ...io source When a CD is inserted the CD symbol appears on the display As each new track starts to play the track number appears on the display The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch 8 cm single CDs...

Page 218: ...ht located to the right of the slot to turn green 4 Load a CD Insert the CD partway into the slot label side up The player pulls the CD in To insert multiple CDs do the following 1 Turn the ignition o...

Page 219: ...ght located to the right of the slot begins to flash and EJECT ALL appears on the display 2 Once the light stops flashing REMOVE CD appears on the display The CD ejects and can be removed Once the CD...

Page 220: ...n random rather than sequential order on one CD or on all of the CDs To use random do one of the following To play the tracks on the CD you are listening to in random order press and release the RDM b...

Page 221: ...n to the radio when a CD is playing The inactive CD s remains safely inside the radio for future listening Using Song List Mode The six disc CD changer has a feature called song list This feature is c...

Page 222: ...LIST button two beeps will sound to confirm that the track has been deleted After a track has been deleted the remaining tracks are moved up the list When another track is added to the song list the t...

Page 223: ...e it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Theft Deterrent Feature Non RDS Radios THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your vehicle s radio The feature works automatica...

Page 224: ...to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing the sound to fade in and out Care of the Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cau...

Page 225: ...Insert the scrubbing action cleaning cassette 5 Eject the cleaning cassette after the manufacturer s recommended cleaning time When the cleaning cassette has been ejected the cut tape detection featur...

Page 226: ...ts Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged If the mast should ever become slightly bent straighten it out by hand If the mast is badly bent replac...

Page 227: ...covery 241 Passing 241 Loss of Control 243 Driving at Night 244 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 245 City Driving 248 Freeway Driving 249 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 250 Highway Hypnosis 251 Hill an...

Page 228: ...pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do and be ready Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common A...

Page 229: ...tes nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it is against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medi...

Page 230: ...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...

Page 231: ...answer What if there is 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 collis...

Page 232: ...e 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 of a second But that is only an average It might be les...

Page 233: ...get harder to push down If the engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pe...

Page 234: ...els is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels ABS can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is pro...

Page 235: ...ture your locking rear axle can give you additional traction on snow mud ice sand or gravel It works like a standard axle most of the time but when one of the rear wheels has no traction and the other...

Page 236: ...iTrak is active or the traction control is active Off On StabiliTrak is disabled due to system fault When on after restarting the vehicle needs to be serviced On Off StabiliTrak is disabled due to sys...

Page 237: ...y be necessary to turn the system off if your vehicle is stuck in sand mud ice or snow and you want to rock your vehicle to attempt to free it See If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on p...

Page 238: ...epending on brake usage The traction control system may activate on dry or rough roads or under conditions such as heavy acceleration while turning or abrupt upshifts downshifts of the transmission Wh...

Page 239: ...in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work wher...

Page 240: ...ese First apply your brakes See Braking on page 232 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space...

Page 241: ...r on a two lane highway waits for just the right moment accelerates moves around the vehicle ahead then goes back into the right lane again A simple maneuver Not necessarily Passing another vehicle on...

Page 242: ...dropping back And if something happens to cause you to cancel your pass you need only slow down and drop back again and wait for another opportunity If other vehicles are lined up to pass a slow vehi...

Page 243: ...led 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 qu...

Page 244: ...t night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in th...

Page 245: ...ects Just as the headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and are not e...

Page 246: ...akes work normally Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you cannot try...

Page 247: ...lowing water as you might at a low water crossing your vehicle can be carried away CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle If this...

Page 248: ...ty 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 Se...

Page 249: ...ay as a passing lane At the entrance there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Tr...

Page 250: ...higher speeds you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you are ready Try to be well rested If you must start when you are not fresh suc...

Page 251: ...about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Do not let...

Page 252: ...safer and more enjoyable Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transmission These parts can work hard on mountain roads CAUTION If you do...

Page 253: ...go down a steep or long hill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own...

Page 254: ...th 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 255: ...rake System ABS improves your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have ABS you will want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti L...

Page 256: ...n 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 bl...

Page 257: ...that is away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accele...

Page 258: ...f your vehicle as well as the tires If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting the transmission back and forth you can destroy the transmission For information about using tire chains on your vehi...

Page 259: ...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 cr...

Page 260: ...ngers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage loa...

Page 261: ...ant 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 Weigh...

Page 262: ...ould never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Tire Label A vehicle specific Certification Tire label is found on the rear edge of the driver s door The label shows the size of your ve...

Page 263: ...handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop...

Page 264: ...ing your vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly With the proper preparation and equipment many vehicles can be towed in these ways See Dinghy Towing and D...

Page 265: ...otice Towing an all wheel drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground or even with only two of its wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components Do not tow an all wheel drive vehicle if...

Page 266: ...its wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components Do not tow an all wheel drive vehicle if any of its wheels will be on the ground Towing a Trailer CAUTION If you do not use the correct equi...

Page 267: ...points There are many different laws including speed limit restrictions having to do with trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you ll be driving A good s...

Page 268: ...requiring less throttle pedal activity Press this button located to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel to turn tow haul mode on and off While activated the indicator light on the...

Page 269: ...all the required trailering equipment The weight of additional optional equipment passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight The following charts show...

Page 270: ...g 6000 V8 3 73 4 10 8 300 lbs 3 765 kg 10 000 lbs 4 536 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 6600 V8 Diesel 3 73 10 000 lbs 4 536 kg 17 000 lbs 7 711 kg G2500 Cargo Van 2WD Long Wheelbase Axle R...

Page 271: ...eight GCWR 4800 V8 3 73 4 10 6 200 lbs 2 812 kg 7 200 lbs 3 266 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 k3 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 6000 V8 3 73 4 10 8 200 lbs 3 719 kg 10 000 lbs 4 536 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257...

Page 272: ...bs 3 357 kg 9 400 lbs 4 264 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 6600 V8 Diesel 3 73 10 000 lbs 4 536 kg 17 000 lbs 7 711 kg The Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR is the total allowable weight o...

Page 273: ...add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle on page 259 about your vehicle s maximum load capacity The trailer tongue weight A should...

Page 274: ...e than the total of the additional weight Consider the following example A vehicle model base weight is 5 500 lbs 2 495 kg 2 800 lbs 1 270 kg at the front axle and 2 700 lbs 1 225 kg at the rear axle...

Page 275: ...railer would only be 7 800 lbs 3 538 kg You may go further and think you must limit tongue weight to less than 1 000 lbs 454 kg to avoid exceeding GVWR But you must still consider the effect on the re...

Page 276: ...tch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch The rear bumper on your vehicle is not intended for hitches Do not attach rental hitche...

Page 277: ...CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle as well as dirt and water See Carbon Monoxide under Engine Exhaust on page 132 Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and you...

Page 278: ...Continued Do not use the climate control setting for maximum air because it only recirculates the air inside your vehicle See Climate Control System in the Index Towing a trailer requires a certain am...

Page 279: ...hicle before you can return to your lane Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the...

Page 280: ...g On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no long...

Page 281: ...into traffic if facing uphill 2 Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the wheel chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load 4 Reapply the regula...

Page 282: ...e and a four wire harness assembly under the left hand side of the instrument panel The seven wire harness assembly is taped together and located in a frame pocket at the driver side rear left corner...

Page 283: ...a Portable Fuel Container 294 Checking Things Under the Hood 294 Hood Release 295 Engine Compartment Overview 296 Engine Oil Gasoline Engine 297 Engine Oil Life System Gasoline Engine 300 Engine Air C...

Page 284: ...ns 345 Inflation Tire Pressure 348 Dual Tire Operation 350 Tire Inspection and Rotation 351 When It Is Time for New Tires 353 Buying New Tires 353 Different Size Tires and Wheels 355 Uniform Tire Qual...

Page 285: ...83 Sheet Metal Damage 383 Finish Damage 383 Underbody Maintenance 384 Chemical Paint Spotting 384 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 385 Vehicle Identification 386 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 386...

Page 286: ...ntrol and stability control Some of these accessories may even cause malfunction or damage not covered by warranty GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on your veh...

Page 287: ...he 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 437 Your...

Page 288: ...oline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85 ethanol E85 also see Fuel E85 85 Ethanol on page 290 In all other gasoline engines use only regular unleaded gasoline Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gas...

Page 289: ...system to work properly In most cases you should not have to add anything to your fuel However some gasolines contain only the minimum amount of additive required to meet U S Environmental Protection...

Page 290: ...to 85 ethanol E85 also see Fuel on page 288 In all other engines use only the unleaded gasoline described under Gasoline Octane on page 288 Only vehicles that have the 5 3L V8 engine VIN Code Z may us...

Page 291: ...rgy per gallon than gasoline so you will need to refill your fuel tank more often when using E85 than when you are using gasoline See Filling the Tank on page 292 Notice Some additives are not compati...

Page 292: ...ing materials 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...

Page 293: ...cing the fuel cap turn it 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 allow...

Page 294: ...up bed or on any surface other than the ground Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is comple...

Page 295: ...of the hood 3 Lift the hood release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood If your vehicle has an underhood lamp it will automatically come on and stay on unt...

Page 296: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you lift the hood here is what you will see 296...

Page 297: ...e 319 J Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Adding Washer Fluid under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 318 Engine Oil Gasoline Engine If your vehicle has a diesel engine see Engine Oil in the DURAMAX...

Page 298: ...ee Capacities and Specifications on page 393 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the...

Page 299: ...arburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the oil container and use only tho...

Page 300: ...For the oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change i...

Page 301: ...Repeat the procedure If it still does not reset see your dealer for service See Change Engine Oil Light on page 183 What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhea...

Page 302: ...more information If you are driving in dusty dirty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the fil...

Page 303: ...off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner filter off Notice If the air cleaner filter is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine w...

Page 304: ...h speed for quite a while In heavy traffic especially in hot weather While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180 F to 200 F 82 C t...

Page 305: ...er of the engine compartment and will be labeled with the graphic shown See Engine Compartment Overview on page 296 for more information on location 1 Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick...

Page 306: ...9 After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid earlier in this section When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all...

Page 307: ...system is set for the proper coolant mixture CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning Your eng...

Page 308: ...level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the COLD FILL mark or a little higher Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the cool...

Page 309: ...on page 311 Radiator Pressure Cap The radiator pressure cap is located near the center of the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview on page 296 for more information on location Notice If...

Page 310: ...g 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 hea...

Page 311: ...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 decide not to lift the hood but to get...

Page 312: ...ce Turn 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...

Page 313: ...washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other...

Page 314: ...he cooling system is cool before you do it CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure ca...

Page 315: ...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 push down as you tur...

Page 316: ...se getting hot Watch out for the 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...

Page 317: ...king extra shifts It is merely the cooling system functioning properly The fan will slow down when additional cooling is not required and the clutch partially disengages You may also hear this fan noi...

Page 318: ...l the power steering reservoir with the brake master cylinder cover off What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 409 Always use the proper fluid...

Page 319: ...nt antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid See Engine Compartment Overv...

Page 320: ...the diesel engine supplement The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough You or others could be burned and your vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraul...

Page 321: ...ell or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral...

Page 322: ...rake pads could result in 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 wi...

Page 323: ...inings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you have come to expect can change in many other ways if someone...

Page 324: ...e 324 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Jump Starting If your vehicle s battery has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle Be...

Page 325: ...do not want You would not be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the parking brake firmly on both...

Page 326: ...gines and is marked GND Ground On V6 engines the remote negative terminal is located on a tab attached to the engine accessory drive bracket and is marked GND Ground CAUTION Using a match near a batte...

Page 327: ...ill go to positive or to a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not connec...

Page 328: ...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 the dead battery 9 Connect the other end of the n...

Page 329: ...inal 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 Disconnect the bla...

Page 330: ...ntenance Gasoline Engine on page 399 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...

Page 331: ...m below the bottom of the filler plug hole The proper level for the 2500 and 3500 Series is from 0 to 1 4 6 mm below the bottom of the filler plug hole Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level...

Page 332: ...ance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 409 Noise Control System Tampering with Noise Control System Prohibited The following information...

Page 333: ...Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering are the acts listed below Insulation Removal of the noise shields or any underhood insulation Engine Removal or rendering engine speed governor if the...

Page 334: ...ld be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps To remove the headlamp assembly from the vehicle and access the bulbs do the following 1 Open the hood See Hood...

Page 335: ...move it from the grille 8 Turn the bulb connector counterclockwise and pull it out of the housing 9 Without removing the headlamp assembly itself remove the bulb socket from the back of the headlamp o...

Page 336: ...p Move the lamp outboard to loosen the tabs 3 Remove the lamp from the grille 4 Squeeze the tab on the side of the bulb socket while turning it counterclockwise 5 Remove the bulb socket from the back...

Page 337: ...f of the vehicle as in a luggage carrier care should be taken not to block or damage the center high mounted stoplamp unit Taillamps To replace one of these bulbs do the following 1 Remove the two inb...

Page 338: ...Rear Parking Stoplamp and Turn Signal Lamp 3157 CHMSL 912 Front Parking and Turn Signal Lamp 3157KX Front Sidemarker Lamp 194 Headlamps Composite High Beam 9005 Composite Low Beam 9006GS Sealed Beam...

Page 339: ...of the blade assembly At the notched end pull the insert from the blade assembly 4 To install the new wiper insert slide the notched end last into the end with two blade claws Then slide the insert a...

Page 340: ...an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 259 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cau...

Page 341: ...gned to GM s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines C DOT Department of Transpor...

Page 342: ...56 G Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load For information on recommended tire pressure see Inflation Tire Pressure on...

Page 343: ...n DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards E Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT code...

Page 344: ...ers from sidewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A two digit number that indicates the tire height to width measurements For example if the tire size aspect ratio is 75 as shown in item C of the light tru...

Page 345: ...that hold the tire onto the rim Bias Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the plies are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air...

Page 346: ...ssenger vehicles Load Index An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of a tire Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum air pressure to which a cold tire m...

Page 347: ...essure on page 348 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 259 Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Rim A met...

Page 348: ...weight and cargo weight Vehicle Placard A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle s capacity weight and the original equipment tire size and recommended inflation pressure See Tire...

Page 349: ...ure of the spare tire How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You cannot tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look proper...

Page 350: ...3 The outer tire on a dual wheel setup generally wears faster than the inner tire Your tires will wear more evenly and last longer if you rotate the tires periodically See Tire Inspection and Rotation...

Page 351: ...e ratchet wheel wrench to tighten the cable See Changing a Flat Tire on page 360 If your vehicle has dual rear wheels also see Dual Tire Operation on page 350 The purpose of regular rotation is to ach...

Page 352: ...ake certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 393 CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can...

Page 353: ...d deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that cannot be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage Buying Ne...

Page 354: ...crash Using tires of different sizes brands or types may also cause damage to your vehicle Be sure to use the correct size brand and type of tires on your vehicle s wheels CAUTION If you use bias ply...

Page 355: ...ity control the performance of these systems can be affected CAUTION If you add different sized wheels your vehicle may not provide an acceptable level of performance and safety if tires not recommend...

Page 356: ...safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under con...

Page 357: ...dup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overal...

Page 358: ...wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and c...

Page 359: ...Continued damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it is contacting your vehicle and do not spin the vehicle s wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install...

Page 360: ...celerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible...

Page 361: ...gine 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 will not move you should put blocks at the front and rear of...

Page 362: ...orner of the vehicle Remove the retaining wing bolt and lift it off of the mounting bracket If you have a van with the 15 passenger seating arrangement the equipment you will need is secured on the re...

Page 363: ...the spare tire from the vehicle To lower the spare tire from the vehicle do the following 1 Attach the wheel wrench and ratchet with the DOWN side facing you The wheel wrench has a socket end and a f...

Page 364: ...ower See Secondary Latch System on page 371 4 When the tire has been lowered pull the tire toward you so you can reach the tire retainer and pull it up through the wheel opening If you have a vehicle...

Page 365: ...s a smooth center piece place the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry it out 1 With the DOWN side facing you use the ratchet and wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel...

Page 366: ...d ratchet D as shown Be sure that the ratchet has the UP mark facing you To assemble the jack handle and jack handle extension use the art and text following Connect the jack handle B and jack handle...

Page 367: ...s shown CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by...

Page 368: ...To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 4 Raise the vehicle by turning the ratchet clockwise Make sure t...

Page 369: ...come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a...

Page 370: ...loose and even come off This could 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...

Page 371: ...is designed to stop the spare tire from suddenly falling off the vehicle if the cable holding the spare tire is damaged For the secondary latch to work the tire must be stowed with the valve stem poi...

Page 372: ...re tire does not slide off the jack completely make sure no one is behind you or on either side of you as you pull the jack out from the under spare 1 Check under the vehicle to see if the cable end i...

Page 373: ...et up should look like the picture above 5 Place the jack under the vehicle ahead of the rear bumper Position the center lift point of the jack under the center of the spare tire and turn the handle c...

Page 374: ...e DOWN mark on the ratchet is facing you 9 Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening Pull the tire out from under the vehicle Notice If you drive away before the...

Page 375: ...ed down 2 Pull the retaining bar through the center of the wheel making sure it is properly attached 3 Pull the wheel toward the rear of the vehicle keeping the cable tight 4 With the UP side facing y...

Page 376: ...per tire inflation and loading your vehicle For instructions on how to remove install or store a spare tire see Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire on page 365 and Storing a Flat or S...

Page 377: ...care because newspapers and garments that transfer color to your home furnishings may also transfer color to your vehicle s interior When cleaning your vehicle s interior only use cleaners specificall...

Page 378: ...heavily saturate your upholstery while cleaning Damage to your vehicle s interior may result from the use of many organic solvents such as naptha alcohol etc Fabric Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner with a...

Page 379: ...tic Surfaces A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust If a more thorough cleaning is necessary a clean soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used to gently remove dus...

Page 380: ...tention and durability The best way to preserve the vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Do not wash the vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car...

Page 381: ...gn materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain...

Page 382: ...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 383: ...your 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...

Page 384: ...areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can creat...

Page 385: ...e wheels and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on and wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and ot...

Page 386: ...abels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your vehicle s engine specifications and...

Page 387: ...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 mot...

Page 388: ...Spare 2 Outside Rear View Mirror 3 Courtesy Lamp SEO 4 Left Rear Stop Turn Signal 5 Cargo Locks 6 Right Rear Stop Turn Signal 7 Driver Locks 8 Stop Center High Mounted Stop Lamp 9 Climate Control 1 1...

Page 389: ...Rear Park Lamp 21 Trailer Park Lamp 22 Front Park Lamp 32 Auxiliary 1 33 Auxiliary 2 Relays Usage 23 Window Retained Accessory Power 24 Auxiliary 25 Rear Window Defogger 26 Courtesy Lamp 27 Cargo Unl...

Page 390: ...Transmission Control Module Battery Diesel Fuse Usage 3 Left Rear Turn Lamp 4 Right Rear Turn Lamp 5 Back up Lamps Trailer Wiring 6 Ignition 0 7 Stoplamp 8 Rear Defogger Heated Mirror 9 Right Daytime...

Page 391: ...igarette Lighter 31 Instrument Panel Cluster 32 Air Conditioning Fuse Usage 33 Spare Gas Engine Control Module Diesel 34 Canister Vent Solenoid Gas Rear Fog Lamps Diesel 35 Spare Gas LLY Diesel Fan Cl...

Page 392: ...k Brakes Vehicle Stability Enhancement System 49 Ignition A 50 Trailer 51 Climate Control Blower 52 Ignition B 63 Spare Gas Engine Control Module Actuator Diesel 64 Spare Relays Usage 53 Windshield Wi...

Page 393: ...apacities English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount see the refrigerant caution label located under the hood See your dealer for more...

Page 394: ...lb 190 Y All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid level after filling Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Trans...

Page 395: ...ervices Gasoline Engine 402 Maintenance Footnotes Gasoline Engine 403 Owner Checks and Services 405 At the First 100 1 000 and 6 000 Miles 160 1 600 and 10 000 km 406 At Each Fuel Fill 406 At Least On...

Page 396: ...cement parts and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenanc...

Page 397: ...lacements So please read the following and note how you drive If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your GM Goodwrench dealer This schedule is for vehicles that c...

Page 398: ...h dealer for your service needs you will know that GM trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM parts If you want to purchase service information see Service Pub...

Page 399: ...oodwrench dealer has GM trained service technicians who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally you must service you...

Page 400: ...Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and filter See Engine Oil Gasoline Engine on page 297 Reset oil life system See Engine Oil Life System Gasoline Engine on page 300 An Emission Control Se...

Page 401: ...his section Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b Inspect engine cooling system See footnote c Inspect wiper blades See footnote d Inspect restraint system components See footnote...

Page 402: ...for each item Additional Required Services Service and Miles Kilometers 25 000 40 000 50 000 80 000 75 000 120 000 100 000 160 000 125 000 200 000 150 000 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or lea...

Page 403: ...maintenance schedule section in the DURAMAX Diesel Engine Supplement The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maint...

Page 404: ...properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Have any torn or frayed safety belts...

Page 405: ...es and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition Check that the purge valve works properly if equipped Replace as needed l If you drive regularly under dusty conditions inspect the filter at each...

Page 406: ...ck Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant on page 306 for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid...

Page 407: ...r position contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicl...

Page 408: ...the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parkin...

Page 409: ...all the requirements for your vehicle To determine the proper viscosity for your vehicle s engine see Engine Oil Gasoline Engine on page 297 Usage Fluid Lubricant Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clea...

Page 410: ...ivalent meeting GM Specification 9986115 Transfer Case Manual Transmission Fluid GM Part No U S 88861800 in Canada 88861801 Usage Fluid Lubricant One Piece Propshaft Slip Yoke Spline Two Piece Propsha...

Page 411: ...GM dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 15153904 A1621C Engine Oil Filter 4300 V6 25010792 PF47 4800 V8 5300 V8 5300 V8 Flexible Fuel 6000 V8 89017524 PF48 Spark Pl...

Page 412: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing V6 Engine V8 Engine 412...

Page 413: ...ices performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 396 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 405 can be added on the following record pages You shoul...

Page 414: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 414...

Page 415: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 415...

Page 416: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 416...

Page 417: ...oadside Assistance Program 424 Courtesy Transportation 427 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 430 Collision Damage Repair 431 Reporting Safety Defects 436 Reporting Safety Defects to the...

Page 418: ...he owner of the dealership or the general manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help in th...

Page 419: ...cle 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 will gene...

Page 420: ...dispute settlement process from the time you file your complaint to the final decision should be completed in approximately 70 days We believe our impartial program offers advantages over courts in m...

Page 421: ...ation and to register your vehicle My GM Canada Canada only My GM Canada is a password protected section of gmcanada com where you can save information on GM vehicles get personalized offers and use h...

Page 422: ...etter should be addressed to United States GMC Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 www GMC com 1 800 GMC 8782 462 8782 1 800 GMC 8583 462 8583 For Text Telephone devices TTY...

Page 423: ...vailable to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 of the cost of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle such as hand controls or a wheelchair scooter lift The o...

Page 424: ...Canada during the Base Warranty coverage period of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty up to a maximum coverage of 100 Fuel Delivery Delivery of enough fuel for the customer to get to the nearest service...

Page 425: ...provide you with specific information regarding this feature Trip Interruption Expense Benefits Your Roadside Assistance Representative can provide you with specific information regarding this feature...

Page 426: ...e your advisor may authorize you to secure local emergency road service and you will be reimbursed up to 100 upon submission of the original receipt to Roadside Assistance In many instances mechanical...

Page 427: ...incial or Federal law and mounting dismounting or changing of snow tires chains or other traction devices Courtesy Transportation To enhance your ownership experience we and our participating dealers...

Page 428: ...r Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait GM helps to minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation option...

Page 429: ...equirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance coverage credit card etc You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes levies usage fees excessiv...

Page 430: ...s operated such as data related to engine speed brake application throttle position vehicle speed safety belt usage airbag readiness airbag performance and the severity of a collision If your vehicle...

Page 431: ...If your vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged have the damage repaired by a qualified technician using the proper equipment and quality replacement parts Poorly performed collision rep...

Page 432: ...failure related to such parts are not covered by that warranty Repair Facility GM also recommends that you choose a collision repair facility that meets your needs before you ever need collision repai...

Page 433: ...ve your vehicle only if its position puts you in danger or you are instructed to move it by a police officer Give only the necessary and requested information to police and other parties involved in t...

Page 434: ...eadquarters the next day and you can get a copy of the report for a nominal fee In some states provinces with no fault insurance laws a report may not be necessary This is especially true if there are...

Page 435: ...you must live with the repair Depending on your policy limits your insurance company may initially value the repair using aftermarket parts Discuss this with your repair professional and insist on Gen...

Page 436: ...27 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 400 Seventh Street SW Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from...

Page 437: ...nual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures adjustments and specifications for GM transmissions transaxles and transfer cases Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give techn...

Page 438: ...Service Bulletins and Manuals 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 Fri...

Page 439: ...vicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 96 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 84 Airbag System cont What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 84 When Should an Airbag Inflate 82 Where Are the Airbags 80 All Wh...

Page 440: ...Data Systems RDS 189 Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems RDS 188 Theft Deterrent Feature 223 Understanding Radio Reception 224 Automatic Transmission Fluid 303 Operation 125 B Batte...

Page 441: ...the Hood 294 Chemical Paint Spotting 384 Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems 47 Infants and Young Children 44 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 54 Older Children 41 Securing a Child Restrai...

Page 442: ...ion 427 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 422 Customer Assistance Offices 422 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 418 Customer Assistance Information cont GM Mobility Reimbursement Program...

Page 443: ...Console Fuse Block 388 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 387 Electrical System cont Headlamp Wiring 387 Windshield Wiper Fuses 387 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 302 Battery 323 Change Engine Oil Light 183 Check...

Page 444: ...a Portable Fuel Container 294 Filling Your Tank 292 Fuels in Foreign Countries 291 Gage 186 Gasoline Octane 288 Gasoline Specifications 288 Regulator 124 Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block 390 Floor...

Page 445: ...Hood Checking Things Under 294 Release 295 Horn 146 How to Use This Manual 4 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 22 I Ignition Positions 121 Infants and Young Children Restraints 44 Inflation Tire Pres...

Page 446: ...3 StabiliTrak Indicator 177 StabiliTrak Not Ready 177 Tow Haul Mode 185 Lighting Entry 157 Exit 157 Loading Your Vehicle 259 Locking Rear Axle 235 Lockout Protection 110 Locks Cargo Door Relocking 109...

Page 447: ...ors 139 Outside Manual Mirror 136 Outside Power Mirrors 138 MyGMLink com 421 N New Vehicle Break In 120 Noise Control System Tampering 332 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 411 O Odometer 168 Odome...

Page 448: ...ts 21 R Radiator Pressure Cap 309 Radios 187 AM FM Radio 189 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 224 Care of Your CD Player 226 Care of Your CDs 226 Radio with Cassette and CD 198 Radio with CD 192 Radi...

Page 449: ...Motors 436 United States Government 436 Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems 98 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 99 Retained Accessory Power RAP 122 Right Front Passeng...

Page 450: ...287 California Proposition 65 Warning 286 Doing Your Own Work 287 Engine Soon Light 178 Publications Ordering Information 437 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 96 Setting the Time Radios with Ra...

Page 451: ...Spare Tire and Tools 362 Secondary Latch System 371 Spare Tire 376 Tires cont Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 375 Tire Sidewall Labeling 341 Tire Terminology and Definitions 345 Uniform Tire Qu...

Page 452: ...Gages and Indicators 166 Warnings Hazard Warning Flashers 146 Other Warning Devices 146 Safety and Symbols 4 Vehicle Damage 5 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 357 Different Size 355 Replacement 357 W...

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