GMC SIERRA 1995 Manual Download

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Summary of Contents for SIERRA 1995

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Page 3: ...anges in theproduct after that time withoutfurther notice For vehiclescfirstsold in Canada substitute the name GeneralMotors of Canada for General Motors wherever it appears in this manual Copyright19...

Page 4: ...IK Series Sierra 1 39 Suburban Tahoe and Yukon 1 45 Rally Vandura andChevy Van 1 36 Astro and Safari 1 37 Lumina and TransSport 1 56 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be s...

Page 5: ...blethe ratchet tothe hook nearthe end of the jack handle as illustrated with the DOWN marking facing you Insert the other end through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft 2 Turn the ra...

Page 6: ...e of the wheel 3 Attach the ratchet with the UP marking facingyou near the hook at the end of the jack handle as illustrated Insert the other end on an angle through the hole in the rear bumperand int...

Page 7: ...formation and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions Section 5 Problemson the Road This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving suchas a flattire or e...

Page 8: ...rvice keep in mind that your GMC Truck dealer knows your vehicle best and is interested in your complete satisfxtion Your dealer invites you to return for all of your service needs both during and aft...

Page 9: ...hicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for GMC Truck Division whenever it appears in this manual W E SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH Nation...

Page 10: ...Model Reference This manual covers these models Regular Cab Pickup Extended Cab Pickup Crew Cab Chassis Cab 3500 HD Chassis Cab iv...

Page 11: ...where you ll find it Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box with gray background and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt...

Page 12: ...p avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words You ll also seewarning labels on your vehicle They use yellow for cau...

Page 13: ...ssengers wheneveryour vehicle is driven Fasten Safety Door Lock Unlock Belts These symbols have todo with your lights Master Lighting Switch TurnSignal Direction Fog Lights Daytime Running Lights A I...

Page 14: ...I I Windshield Defroster VentilatingFan These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Charging System BRAKE Brake ANTI LOCK 4 Wheel Anti Lock I 1 Rear Windo...

Page 15: ...Here aresome other symbols you may see El fuse 1 le Lighter I I I Horn Speaker Hood Release i x...

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Page 17: ...your safety belts properly You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts Seats and Seat Controls This section tellsyou about the seats how to adjust them and fo...

Page 18: ...it with this switch at the outside edge of the seat You can usethe round centerswitch knob to move the seat where you want it To raise the seat move the knobup To lower the seat move the knob down To...

Page 19: ...en the lower seatback reaches the desired level of support To decrease support press and hold the rear of the rocker switch Let go of the switchwhen the lower seatback reaches the desired level of sup...

Page 20: ...a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion ha...

Page 21: ...ight position just push the seatback rearward until it latches After returning the seatback to its upright position pull the seatback forward to make sureit is locked A CAUTION If the seatback isn t l...

Page 22: ...ard until it latches After returning the seat to its regular position try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place A CAUTION Ifany easy entry seat isn t locked it can...

Page 23: ...until it is flat Then pull forward on the RELEASE lever at the side of the seat cushion located behind the passenger side front seat Push the seatback rearward until it latches To store the seat pull...

Page 24: ...e to a sudden stop Then itwill lock into place Seatback Latch Rear Bench Seat With Center Armrest The rear seatback folds forward to let you access the area behind it To fold a seatback forward pull t...

Page 25: ...ten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too YOLE vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In man...

Page 26: ...Why SafetyBelts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle I The rider doesn t stop 1 10...

Page 27: ...could be the L I windshield or the instrument panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow downas the vehicledoes You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bone...

Page 28: ...n That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions If I m a gooddrive4 and I never drivefar from home why should I wear safety belts You may be an excellent drive...

Page 29: ...can situp straight 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let thebelt 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure...

Page 30: ...d under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulderbelt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the bhdy are best...

Page 31: ...Q What s wrong with this A The beltis buckled in the wrong place 1 15...

Page 32: ...Q What s wrong with this A The belt is over an armrest I I 1 16...

Page 33: ...be seriouslyinjured if you wear the shoulder belt under your a m In a crash your body would move too far forward which wouldincrease the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt wouldapply too muc...

Page 34: ...across the body To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle The belt should go back outof the way Before you close thedoor be sure the belt is out of the way If you slam the door onit you...

Page 35: ...ing your safety belt even if you have an air bag Wearing your safety beltduring a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it The air bag is onlya supp...

Page 36: ...lways wear your safety belt even withan air bag and sit as far back as you can while stillmaintaining control of your vehicle There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows AI...

Page 37: ...e occupant In any particular crash no one cansay whether an air bag should have inflated simply becauseof the damage to a vehicle orbecause of what the repair costswere Inflation is determined by the...

Page 38: ...eaving the vehicle A CAUTION When an air bag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this eve...

Page 39: ...e close to an air bag when it inflates Avoid wires wrapped withyellow tape or yellow connectors They are probably part of the air bag system Be sure tofollow proper service procedures and make sure th...

Page 40: ...Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure i n this m a n u a l See Customer Satistiaction Procedure in the Index Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyon...

Page 41: ...ll lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again Center Passenger Position Lap Belt If your vehicle has front and rear bench seats someonecan sit in the center positions When you sit in a...

Page 42: ...ssengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts...

Page 43: ...atch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is se...

Page 44: ...use serious or even fatal injuries Theshoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if ther...

Page 45: ...lts Here s how to wear one properly 1 Pick LIP the latch plate and pull the bell w o s s you Don t letthebelt 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch get twisted pl...

Page 46: ...the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen Thiscould cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest Thesepar...

Page 47: ...ys berestrained in a child or infant restraint The instructions for the restraintwill say whether it is the right type and sizefor your child A very young child ship bones are so small that a regular...

Page 48: ...until a crash Duringa crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 pound 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 pound 110 kg force on your ar...

Page 49: ...e restrained in the rear rather than the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rear seat unless the child is an infant and you re the only adult...

Page 50: ...nt has one 1 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint 2 Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap a...

Page 51: ...le you push down onthe child restraint a Make surethe buckle end of the belt is pulled out all the way 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the...

Page 52: ...eat Follow the instructions for the child restrainf 2 Secure the child i n the child restraint as the instructions say 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s...

Page 53: ...ractor while you push down on the child restraint 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety b...

Page 54: ...rt about the top strap if the child restraint has one A 1 Make the belt as long aspossible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt 2 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructi...

Page 55: ...it is secure If the child restraint isn t secure turn the latch plate over and buckle it again Then see if it is secure If it isn t secure the restraint in a different place in the vehicle and contac...

Page 56: ...cle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 4...

Page 57: ...the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way secure The safety belt will move freely again and be ready towork for an adult or larger childpassenger Larger Children Children who have outg...

Page 58: ...hed together and seriously injured A belt must be used by only one person at a time Q What if a child iswearing a lap shoulder belt but the child isso small that the shoulder belt is very close to the...

Page 59: ...ps just touching the child s thighs This appliesbelt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a sa...

Page 60: ...e had a crash do you need new belts After a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new belts If...

Page 61: ...nd the model number on the CertificatiodTire label of your vehicle See Certification Tire Label in the Index The model number on the replacement belt may be listed on the safety belt you want to repla...

Page 62: ...Notes 1 46...

Page 63: ...the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem Keys t A CAUTION Leaving young children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for man...

Page 64: ...r will be able to assist you with obtaining new ones I NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent theft But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you e...

Page 65: ...Your Doors and How They Work Side Doors To open the doorfrom the outside pull the handle up and pull the door open To open the door from the inside pull the lever toward you and push the door open 2 3...

Page 66: ...ches securely Tailgate Removal The tailgate onyour vehicle canbe removed to allow for different loading situations Although the tailgatecan be removed without assistance you may want someone to assist...

Page 67: ...s canbe dangerous Passengers especially children can easily openthe doors and fall out Whena door is locked the inside handle won t open it Outsiders can easilyenter through an unlocked door when you...

Page 68: ...lever up Power Door Locks Option Press the side of the power door lock switch marked LOCK on either front door to lock all the doors at once Press the ribbed side of the switch to unlock all the door...

Page 69: ...This product has a maximum range 0 Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal 0 See your GM dealer or a qualified technician for service Changes ormodifications to this sy...

Page 70: ...before the transmitter works it s probably time to change the battcries Use two DLKKXII type DL2016 or a similar type To replace the batteries 3 3 4 Insert a dime in the sidc seam of the transmitter h...

Page 71: ...it s best to lockit up and take your keys But what if you have to leave your ignition key Whatif you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle Put your valuables in a storage area like your gl...

Page 72: ...o get into ACC push in the key and turn it toward you Your steering wheel will remain locked just as it was before you inserted the key LOCK This position locks your ignition steering wheel and transm...

Page 73: ...r vehicle needs service Key Release Button The ignition key cannot be removed from the ignition of manual transmission vehicles unlessthe key release button is used To Remove the Key On manual transmi...

Page 74: ...utch pedal to the floor andstart the engine Your vehicle won t start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down that s a safety feature To start y m r 4 3 Liter V6 Code Z or 5 0 Liter V8 CodeH engine...

Page 75: ...dal turn your ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idlespeed will go down as your engine gets warm NOTICE Holding yourkey in STARTfor longer than15 seconds at a time will...

Page 76: ...ckly through deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your...

Page 77: ...goes off IMMEDIATELY turn the ignition key t o START When the engine starts let go of the key The longer you wait to start after the light goes off the harder it will be to start the engine NOTICE Hol...

Page 78: ...rage temperature goes below 0 F I SOC no matter how cold it is outside To use the engine coolant heater first turn off the engine Then open the hood unwrap the electrical cord and plug it in It uses n...

Page 79: ...l Fuel Requirements and Fuel System in the Index If you re not out of fuel andyour engine won t start do this Turn your ignition key to RUN Make surethat the GLOW PLUGS light is out Then IMMEDIATELY t...

Page 80: ...ater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle To use the coolant heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord 3 Plug it into a normal...

Page 81: ...ur vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission it now features an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument cluster This display must be powered anytime the shift lever is capab...

Page 82: ...hift lever out of PARK P see Shifting Out of PARK P later in this section REVERSE R Use this gear to back up NOTICE Shiftingto REVERSE R while your vehicleis moving forward could damage your transmiss...

Page 83: ...er Going about 35 mph 56 k d h or more push the accelerator all 0should not be used when towing atrailer carrying a heavy load driving on steep hills or for off road driving Select THIRD GEAR 3 when o...

Page 84: ...ion Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to hold your vehicle inposition on ahill Five Spa ld Manual Transmission WithLow Gear If you have a five speed manual transmission with low gear RPOMW3 this is...

Page 85: ...Shift into thehigher forward gearsthe same way you do for SECOND GEAR 3 Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal To Stop Let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brak...

Page 86: ...he clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND GEAR 2 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal THIRD GEAR 3 FOURTH GEAR 4 and FIFTH GEAR...

Page 87: ...weather road and traffic conditions let you For the best fuel economy accelerate slowly and shift when the light comes on While you accelerate it is normal for the light to go on and off if you quick...

Page 88: ...ving If your speed drops below 20 mph 32 km h orif the engine is not running smoothly you should downshift to the next lower gear You may have to downshift two or more gears to keep the engine running...

Page 89: ...he vehicle Parking Brake To set the parking brake Hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot If the ignition is on the brake system wa...

Page 90: ...nded that the propshaft mounted parking brake be burnished as part of the new vehicle break in The parking brake will work best after it has been burnished following these instructions Make 10 ten sto...

Page 91: ...le has a brake transmission shift interlock system You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P See Automatic Transmission in the Index If you cannot shift out of PARK...

Page 92: ...ave it After you ve moved the shift lever into the PARK P position hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you If yo...

Page 93: ...wheel drive be sure yourtransfer case is in a drive gear Your vehicle couldroll if it isn t If you are parking on a hill or if your pulling a trailer see Parking on Hills or Towing a Trailer in the In...

Page 94: ...collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over highpoints on the road or over road debris Repairs weren t done correctly Your vehicleor exhaust systemhad been modifiedimproperly If you ever susp...

Page 95: ...e can move suddenly You or others could beinjured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground alwaysset your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P If you have...

Page 96: ...cle components Itmay also affect theway your vehicle handles and the functionof your vehicle s safety features Do not change yourvehicle s height from the original design specifications Transfer Case...

Page 97: ...ra traction such as on wet or icy roads or in most off road situations 0 NEUTRAL N Shift to this setting only when your vehicle needs to be towed or when using a power take off 0 4 WHEELLOW 4L This se...

Page 98: ...normal If the outside temperature is very hot or the vehicle has been used under hard driving conditions there may be a slight delay for the axle tounlock Windows To open your manual windows turn the...

Page 99: ...lock out position When the switch is moved out of the lock out position the rear power windows will operate again Sliding Rear Window Option To open the sliding rear window unlock the latch lever by m...

Page 100: ...at each side of the steering wheel to sound the horn On vehicles not equipped with an air bag press the pad in the center of the steering wheel to sound the horn Tilt Wheel Option A tilt steering whee...

Page 101: ...ck the wheel in place Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator 0 Headlamp High Low Beam Passing Signal 0 Windshield Wip...

Page 102: ...lever will return by itself when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows flash at twice the normal rate a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers may not see your tu...

Page 103: ...y between wipes This can be very useful in light rain or snow Turn the band to choose the delay time The closerto LOW the shorter the delay For steady wiping at low speed turn the band to the LOW posi...

Page 104: ...t the top of the lever there s a paddle with the word PUSH on it To spray washer fluid on the windshield push the paddle Washer fluid will spray as long as you push the paddle When you let go of the p...

Page 105: ...old This allows for expansion which could damage the tank if it is completely full Don t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Cruise Control Opt...

Page 106: ...To Set Cruise Control Move the Cruise Control switch to ON Get up to the speed you want 0 Push in the set button at the end of the lever and release it 0 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal 2 44...

Page 107: ...A longer than half a second the vehicle will keep going fasteruntil you release the switch or apply the brake You could be startled and even lose control So unless you want to go faster don t hold the...

Page 108: ...trol There are two ways t o reduce your speed while using cruise control Push in the button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want then release It 0 To slow down in very smal...

Page 109: ...p more than 15 mph 9 4km h below the set speed your Cruise Control will automatically disengage When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course app...

Page 110: ...the master lighting symbol to turn on all the lamps and lights listed above as well as the headlamps Rotate the switch counterclockwise to the off symbol to turn off your lamps and lights Rotate the...

Page 111: ...fog lamp switch is on the lower edge of your instrument panel Press the top ribbed part of the switch to turn the thg lamps on and press the bottom of the switch to turn them off A light will glow i...

Page 112: ...regular headlamp system when you need it The DRL system will make your high beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when The ignition is on The headlamp switch is off and The parking brake is r...

Page 113: ...amps off press the switch button once With the switch button in this position the dome lamps will remain off when the doors are open To return the lamps t o automatic operation pressthe switch button...

Page 114: ...of the switch t o turn it off The domelamp switch must be on or one of the doors open forthe cargo lamp to work Underhood Reel Lamp If you have an underhood reel lamp it is located inside the engine...

Page 115: ...into the housing by turning the handle Then slide the lamp into the holder Press PUSH on the lever to hook the lamp into the holder Mirrors lnside Mirror Push or pull the tab under the mirror to redu...

Page 116: ...switch to the C M position To turn both features off move the switch to the OFF position Compass Operation When the ignition is on and the mirror switch is in the C M position the compass display will...

Page 117: ...for compass variance your compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance 1 Press and hold the CAL switch located at the bottom of the mirror housing for five secondsuntil a zone num...

Page 118: ...an be adjusted to point where you want from inside the vehicle Select the mirror you want to move by moving the center of the switch located on the driver s door armrest to R right or L left Then adju...

Page 119: ...rply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirroror glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the visors Yo...

Page 120: ...ill come on when you lift the mirror cover NOTICE If you store paper or other things that burn in your ashtrays they could be set on fire by cigarettes or other smoking materials That could cause a fi...

Page 121: ...r mobile telephones or other de ices designed to operate with vehicle electrical systems To use a rear ashtray if you have them pull at the top of the ashtray door to flip the door open To remove a re...

Page 122: ...in a soft non removeable tray You can use the depressions to hold cups or othercontainers when the vehicle is not moving Center Floor Console Your vehicle may have a consolecompartment between the bu...

Page 123: ...d to the front of the console Use it to hold padsof paper or similar items Cassette Compact Disc Holder Your vehicle may have a cassettekompact disc holder at the front of the console The holder will...

Page 124: ...e of the instrument panel Center Overhead Console 2 62 To use the cup holder pull the handle and slide the cup holder tray open To close the cup holder slide it back in the instrument panel Your vehic...

Page 125: ...compartment can be used to conveniently store the opener To install the garage door opener first open the compartment door by pressing the release button forward Center the garage door opener activati...

Page 126: ...ompartment door closed when you push the button marked PUSH Now with the compartment door closed push the button marked PUSH again to make sure the garage door opener operates properly With the garage...

Page 127: ...Sunglasses Compartment To open the center compartment press the release button located at the rear of the compartmentdoor Place your sunglasses in the compartment door with the lenses facing out 2 65...

Page 128: ...tment press the release button located at the rear of the compartment door Other Storage Compartments Your vehicle includes a number of storage compartments for storage of often used items Some vehicl...

Page 129: ...I Some models have a storage pocketon each of the front doors You can use the pocket to store a variety of small items Some vehicles have a storage area behind the seat 2 67...

Page 130: ...e Tray 1I IP Cupholder 12 Ashtray Auxiliary Outlets I 3 Storage Area or Optional Cassette Tape Player 14 Rear Window Defogger Switch IS Tilt Lever 16 Parking Brake Release Handle 17 Hood Release 18 Fu...

Page 131: ...with your state or provincial vehicle registration office But generally if the new odometer can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer then it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero an...

Page 132: ...s from injury Warning lights comeon when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions As you will see in the details on the next few pages some warninglights come on briefly when...

Page 133: ...for about 55 seconds If the driver s belt is already buckled neither the tone nor the light will come on Air Bag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows...

Page 134: ...could be a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should come on briefly as you start the vehicle If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn yo...

Page 135: ...you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds That s normal If the light doesn t come on have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem If the light stays on or comes...

Page 136: ...ccelerator As a check to show you it s working this orange light comes on for a few seconds after the ignition is turned on Normally it will not come back on unless the ignition has been off for SO se...

Page 137: ...special starting system An orange instrument panelGlow Plugs light showsthat the system is functioning properly and tells you when the engine is ready to be started For more details see Starting Your...

Page 138: ...Driving while this light is on could drain your battery If you must drive a short distance with this light on it helps to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Malfunctio...

Page 139: ...anty Check Gages Light This orange light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving it could indicate a problem with your vehicle It...

Page 140: ...and the upshift arrow is used on some models with manual transmissions Depending on your particular model your vehicle may not have this light The SHIFTindicator light will help you get the best fuel...

Page 141: ...ts Gasoline Engine Diesel Engine The fuel gage when the ignition is on tells you about how much fuel you have left in your tank The gagewill first indicate empty before you are out of fuel and you sho...

Page 142: ...ur fuel tank see Fuel Filling Your Tank in the Index For your fuel tank capacity see Fuel Tank Capacity in the Index Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage showsthe engine coolant temperature Most...

Page 143: ...the norn al opcrating ranse A reading in the low pressure zone may bc caused by a dangemusly low oil level or other problem causing low o i l pressure Check your oil a s soon as possible A CAUTION Don...

Page 144: ...e operating in the vehicle and the engine is left a t an idle for an extended period This condilion is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power a t engine idlc As engine spee...

Page 145: ...eyou re using it Store the harness in its original position Wrap the harness together and tie it neatly so it won t be damaged If a camper is installed your Center High Mount Stoplamp CHMSL will no lo...

Page 146: ...connect your vehicle s wiring to atrailer CHMSL Step Bumper Pad If your vehicle has a rear step bumper it may be equipped with a rear step pad at the centerof the bumper Use this pad to improve footin...

Page 147: ...msupplied with your vehicle Comfort Controls Heater Controls If your vehicle does not have air conditioning your heater controlswill look like this The knob on the left side of the heating system cont...

Page 148: ...instrument panel vents HEAT This setting with the arrow pointing at the figure s feet directs air through the heater floor vents This setting is useful for cold weather HEAT DEFROST Use this setting...

Page 149: ...s a comfortable temperature move the knob clockwise to place the air conditioning system in the normal mode The right knob on the control panel changes the heatedair conditioning setting VENT This set...

Page 150: ...C orlower your heating system will produce warmer air faster to heat the passenger compartment in cold weather The use of an engine coolant heater also reduces the time it takes for the engine toreach...

Page 151: ...icle s ventilation system supplies outsideair to the inside of your vehicle when it is moving With the side windows closed air will flow into the front air inlet grilles through the vehicle and out th...

Page 152: ...ow of air corning out of any vents that are open Audio Systems Your Delco E audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure But you will get the most enjoyment ou...

Page 153: ...displayed for a few seconds There is an initial two second delay before the clock goesinto the time set mode This part tells you how your ETR AM FM stereo audiosystem works Upper Knob VOL RECALL The u...

Page 154: ...Pushbuttons The fourpushbuttons let you return to favorite stations To set the pushbuttons for up to fourteenfavorite stations 7AM and 7 FM I Tune in the desired station 2 Press the SET button SET ap...

Page 155: ...of a tape when a cassette is playing BAL Balance The control ring behind the upper knob adjusts the lefthight speakerbalance Lower Knob TUNE AM FM The lower knob has two functions Turn it to tune in...

Page 156: ...buttons are pressed again TREBLE Slide the TREBLE lever up to increase the treble response If a station is weak or noisy slide the TREBLE leverdown to reduce the noise BASS Slide the BASS lever up to...

Page 157: ...and off 0 Turn it to control the volume SCV Speed CompensatedVolume Move the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the Speed Compensated Volume feature As you drive this feature incr...

Page 158: ...will continue to scan and momentarily stop at each station until you press the center of the SEEK button again P SCAN PresetScan Press this button to scan each preset pushbutton station The receiver w...

Page 159: ...fully extended position Rotate the knob clockwise to increase the treble response and counterclockwise to decrease treble response Any time the TREB control is rotated tone is automatically set back t...

Page 160: ...e tape press the EJECT button EJECT can be used with either the ignition or radio off Also you must press EJECT before loading a cassettewith the radio off to allow loading If a tape is inserted with...

Page 161: ...the code matchesthe one you wrote down rEP appears in the display indicating that you need to repeat steps5 through 7 Press AMEM and this time the display will show SEC SEC means thesystem is secured...

Page 162: ...make the first one or two digits agree with your code 7 Press AMFM after you have confirmed that the code matches the one you wrote down will appear in the display indicating that the system is unsecu...

Page 163: ...ress this button to display the time when the ignition is off TUNE Press lightly on the TUNE button to release it from its stored position Rotate the knob clockwiseto increase frequency and counterclo...

Page 164: ...atically set back to MAN manual FADE Press lightly on the FADE knob to release it from its stored position and pull it out to the fully extended position Rotate the knob clockwise toadjust sound to th...

Page 165: ...is dirty scratched or wet Too much moisture is in the air If there is wait about one hour and try again RECALL Press RECALL to see what track is playing Press it again within 5 seconds to see how lon...

Page 166: ...playing on track I 00 Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the 00 symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpora...

Page 167: ...steps 1 Turn the ignition on 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press MIN and 000 will appear on the display 4 Press the MIN button again to make the last two digits agreewith your code 5 Press HR to make the fir...

Page 168: ...well in this player To load a cassette tape with the ignition off first press EJECT Then insert the cassettetape Once the tape is playing use the control knobs for volume balance fade treble and bass...

Page 169: ...e the tape press the EJECT button EJECT can be used with either the ignition or radio off Also you must press EJECT before loading a cassette with the radio off to allow loading If a tape is inserted...

Page 170: ...units Care of Your Cassette Player and Tapes A tape player that is not cleaned regularly is subject to reduced sound quality ruining the cassette or damaging the mechanism Tape cassettes that are not...

Page 171: ...ice onyour tape player NOTICE Cassette tape adapter kits for portable CD players will not work in your cassette player These adapters will cause the radio to display an error and the adapter cassette...

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Page 175: ...anyonecan give about driving is Drive defensively Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle Buckle up See Safety Belts in the Index Defensive drivingreally means be ready for a...

Page 176: ...motor vehicle related deaths have been associated with the use of alcohol with more than 300 000 people injured Many adults by some estimates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alc...

Page 177: ...f drinks The law in many U S states setsthe legal limitat a BACof 0 10 percent In a growing number of U S states and throughout Canada the limit is 0 08 percent In some other countries it s even lower...

Page 178: ...and driving that many people don t know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuriesworse especially injuries to the brain spinal cQrd or heart This meansthat when...

Page 179: ...vehicle and others is important And of course actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surfaceof the road whether it s pavement or gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread and th...

Page 180: ...of you You slam on the brakes Here s what happens with ABS A computer sensesthat wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at...

Page 181: ...you more than even the very best braking Steering Power Steering If you lose powersteering assist because the engine stops orthe system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effo...

Page 182: ...o the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over ahill and find a truck stopped in your lane or a car suddenly pull...

Page 183: ...you re driving If the level of the shoulderis only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the acceleratorand then if there is nothingin the way steer so that your vehicle...

Page 184: ...one thing following too closely reduces your areaof vision especiallyif you re following a larger vehicle Also you won t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops Keep back a re...

Page 185: ...eering in a curve causestires to slipand lose cornering force And in the acceleration skid too much throttle causesthe driving wheelsto spin A corneringskid and an accelerationskid are best handled by...

Page 186: ...d driving safer and more enjoyable Before You Go Off Roading There are some things to do before you go out For example be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done Check to make sur...

Page 187: ...ially when going to a remotearea Know the terrain and plan your route You are much less likely to get bad surprises Get accurate maps of trails and terrain Try to learn of any blocked or closed roads...

Page 188: ...ome things to consider Stttface Conditions Off roading can take you over hard packed dirt gravel rocks grass sand mud snow or ice Each of these surfaces affects the steering acceleration and braking o...

Page 189: ...drinking See Drunken Driving in the Index Driving On Off Road Hills Off road driving often takes you up down or across a hill Driving safely on hills requires good judgment and an understanding of wha...

Page 190: ...the hill you need to take some special steps 0 Use a low gear and get a firm grip on the steering wheel 0 Get a smooth start up the hill and try to maintain your speed Don t use more powerthan you ne...

Page 191: ...ing brake still applied shift the transmission to PARK P or shiftto NEUTRAL N if your vehicle has a manual transmission and restart the engine Then shift to reverse release the parking brake and slowl...

Page 192: ...er case to NEUTRAL N when you leave the vehicle Leave it in some gear I A CAUTION Shiftingthe transfer caseto NEUTRAL N can causeyour vehicle to roll evenif the transmission is in PARK P or if you hav...

Page 193: ...rious accident When driving downhill avoidturns that take you across the inclineof the hill A hill that s not too steep to drive down may be too steep to drive across You could roll over if you don t...

Page 194: ...sideways it can hit something that will trip it a rock a rut etc and roll over Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse If you drive across a rock with the uphill wheels or if...

Page 195: ...d stay well clear of the rollover path Driving InMud Sand Snow Or Ice When you drive in mud snow or sand your wheels won t get good traction You can t accelerate as quickly turning is more difficult a...

Page 196: ...ough to cover yourwheel hubs axles or exhaust pipe don t try it you probably won t get through Also water that deep can darnage your axle and other vehicle parts If the water isn t too deep then drive...

Page 197: ...er to the Maintenance Schedule foradditional information Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers arelikely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs...

Page 198: ...mps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching lights Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the g...

Page 199: ...eld orwhen strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fastthrough large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes...

Page 200: ...your parking lights to help make you more visible to others Besides slowing down allow some extrafollowing distance And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear ro...

Page 201: ...traffic flow Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane At the entrance thereis usually a ramp that leads to the freeway If you have a clearview of the freeway as you drive alongthe entrance r...

Page 202: ...dy and willing to help if you need it Here are somethings you can check before a trip 0 0 0 0 0 a 0 Windshield WasherFluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside WiperBlades Ar...

Page 203: ...and Mountain Roads I Driving on steep hills or mountains is different fromdriving in flat or rolling terrain If you drive regularly in steep country or if you re planning to visit there here are some...

Page 204: ...cle in gearwhen yougo downhill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engineand transmission and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own...

Page 205: ...d cloth and a coupleof reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a pieceof old carpet or a coupleof burlap bags to help providetractio...

Page 206: ...Your anti lock brakes improve your ability to make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have an anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping soonerthan you would on dry pavement S...

Page 207: ...thing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floormats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm You can run the engineto keep warm but be careful A...

Page 208: ...nd close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold But do it as littleas possible Preserve the fue...

Page 209: ...he PTO To engage a power take off 1 Set the parking brake 2 Shift thetransmission into NEUTRAL N 3 Hold the clutch pedal down and engage thepower take off I NOTICE Using a PTO formore than four hours...

Page 210: ...lar brakes and release the parking brake 5 Release theclutch and the regular brakes as you normally would When you release the clutch the power take off will start Using a Transfer Case Mounted Power...

Page 211: ...front and rear axles called Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go toa weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer canhelp you wit...

Page 212: ...ay If your vehicle is equipped for front end equipment a snow plow for example the front suspension may have been adjusted raised to level the vehicle when the equipment was installed If the front sus...

Page 213: ...Truck Camper Loading Information Open your glove box door and look for this label 4 39...

Page 214: ...g inthe camper and all the people inside The CargoWeight Rating CWR is the maximum weight of the load your vehicle can carry It doesn t include the weight of the people inside But you can figureabout...

Page 215: ...your vehicle and camper drive to a weigh station and weigh on the front and rear wheels separately This will tell you the loads on your axles The loadson the front and rear axles shouldn t be more tha...

Page 216: ...he GM Zone Office for your area for information on such conversions specific to this vehicle See the Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet for Zone Office Owners should be aware that as manufactured t...

Page 217: ...a sway control if your trailer will weigh more than 4 000pounds 1 800kg You can ask a hitch dealer aboutsway controls Don t tow a trailer atall during the first 500 miles 800 km your new vehicle is d...

Page 218: ...rry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you will tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your...

Page 219: ...mportant forproper vehicle loading and good handling when you re driving Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of...

Page 220: ...y the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is...

Page 221: ...instrumentpanel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not It s important to check occasionally...

Page 222: ...s how to do it 1 2 3 4 5 6 Apply your regular brakes but don t shift into PARK P yet or in gear for amanual transmission Have someoneplace chocks under the trailer wheels When the wheel chocks arein p...

Page 223: ...more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedulefor more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engine...

Page 224: ...4 50...

Page 225: ...some problems that can occur on the road Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others They alsolet police know you have a problem Your front and rear turn signal lamps wil...

Page 226: ...you carry reflective triangles you can use them to warn others Set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Jump Starting If your battery or batteries has run down you m...

Page 227: ...volt battery with a negative ground system NOTICE If the othersystem isn ta 12 volt system witha negative ground both vehicles can be damaged If you have adiesel engine vehiclewith two batteries or mo...

Page 228: ...me have been blinded Use a flashlight if you needmore light Be sure the batteries have enough water You don t need toadd water to theDelco Freedom battery or batteries installed in every new GM vehicl...

Page 229: ...icle has one Dead Battery Good Battery c 7 Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remotepositive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connec...

Page 230: ...e battery is much less Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for awhile Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after afew tries it probably needs ser...

Page 231: ...If there was an accident what was damaged A CAUTION To help avoid injury to you or others Never letpassengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed 0 Never towfaster thansafe or posted speeds 0 Never...

Page 232: ...ath the towed vehicle Towing From the Front If you have a two wheel drive vehicle don t have your vehicle towed on the rear wheels unless you must If the vehicle must be towed on the rear wheels don t...

Page 233: ...ar NOTICE Towing pickup modelsfrom the rear while loaded with heavy cargo may cause the frame side rails to flex sufficiently to allow the pickup box to contact the cab and could cause damage to the c...

Page 234: ...r hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from thevehicle until itcools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before opening the hood If you keep driving when y...

Page 235: ...ft to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE or DRIVE 3 for automatic transmissions If you no longer havethe overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe dri...

Page 236: ...pressure cap I A CAUTION If your vehicle has air conditioning the auxiliary electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and too...

Page 237: ...beforeyou drive thevehicle NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty If there seem to be no leak start the engine again See if the fan speed increase...

Page 238: ...NOTICE In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant 5 14...

Page 239: ...ooling system is cool before you do it A CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap...

Page 240: ...and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly to the left until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss m...

Page 241: ...ator with the proper mix up to the base of the filler neck 4 Then fill the I L A I coolant recovery tank to the COLD mark 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressur...

Page 242: ...radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mix through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck I _ 8 Then replacethe pressure cap At any...

Page 243: ...nder the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boi...

Page 244: ...idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down If it doesn t your vehicle needs service Turn off the engine How to Add Coolant to the CoolantSurge Tank I NOTICE The diesel enginehas a spe...

Page 245: ...nd coolant surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap A CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling systemcan be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alco...

Page 246: ...urn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine 1 You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap an...

Page 247: ...n be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine 4 Fill with the proper mix...

Page 248: ...ap off start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine fan s By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower I...

Page 249: ...isengages If a Tire GoesFlat It s unusual for a tire to blow out whileyou re driving especiallyif you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly Bu...

Page 250: ...our hazard warning flashers A Flat Tire B Blocked Tire The followingsteps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire The equipmentyou ll need is behind the passenger s seat Turn the wing nut...

Page 251: ...ion 4 Wheel Wrench 5 Jack and Tool Storage Box 6 Ratchet 7 Jack Handle 8 Tool Retainer Jack and Jacking Tool Storage Extended Cab Models 1 Nut 2 Jack andTool Cover 3 Jack Handle Extension 4 Tool Retai...

Page 252: ...Storage Chassis Cab Models a 1 3 3 1 Nut 2 Jack Handle Extension 3 Wheel Wrench 4 Jack and Tool Storage Box 5 Ratchet 6 Jack Handle 7 Tool Retainer 8 Jack To Remove the Spare Tire The sparetire if you...

Page 253: ...re 7 Retainer 8 Hoist Cable The spare tire is stowed under the vehicle in an under body carrier Remember never remove or restow a tire from an under body carrier while the vehicle is supported only by...

Page 254: ...has a DOWN marking Attach the ratchet to the wheel wrench with the DOWN marking facing you Put the other end of the wheel wrench through the rear bumper access hole located at the passenger side edge...

Page 255: ...se to lower thespare tire Keep turning the ratchet until the spare tire can be pulled o u t from under the vehicle When the tire has been lowered till the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it...

Page 256: ...lso Attach the jack handle and jack handle extension if needed to the jack With the U p marking on the ratchet facing you rotate the ratchet clockwise That will lift the jack head a little Before you...

Page 257: ...nterclockwise with DOWN facing you to remove the wheel nut caps Then take off the hub cap If the wheel also has a trim ring use the wheel wrench to pry along the edge and remove it If the wheel has a...

Page 258: ...jack handle Position the jack under the vehicle 1 A CAUTION Getting under a vehicle whenit isjacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slipsoff the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never getunde...

Page 259: ...e off the flat tire A CAUTION Rust or dirton the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become looseafter a time The wheel could comeoff and cause an accident When you c...

Page 260: ...uts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could falloff causing a serious accident Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each wheel nut by hand unti...

Page 261: ...kind Stop somewhereas soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque For proper torque see Wheel Nut Torque in the Index Put the wheel trim back on For vehicles...

Page 262: ...urheel n rench with the UP marking Facing you Put the other end of the whcel wrench through the rcar bumper access hole located at the passenger side edge of the license plate Be sure the wheel wrenc...

Page 263: ...e tires If you spin thewheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth you can destroy your transmission For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the...

Page 264: ...o use them if you re stuck off road and need to be pulled to some place where you can continue driving I A CAUTION The recovery hooks when used are under a lot of force Always pull the vehicle straigh...

Page 265: ...NOTICE Never use the recovery hooks to tow the vehicle Your vehicle could be damagedand it would not be covered by warranty 5 41...

Page 266: ...Notes 5 42...

Page 267: ...ehicle best and wants you to be happy with it We hope you ll go toyour dealer for all your service needs You ll get genuine GM parts and GM trained and supported service people We hope you ll want to...

Page 268: ...or vehicles with gasoline engines please read this Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octaneor higher It should meet specifications ASTMD4814in the United States and CGSB 3 5 92 in Canada These...

Page 269: ...olines arenow blended with oxygenates General Motors recommends that you use gasolines with these blending materials such as MTBE and ethanol By doing so you can helpclean the air especially in those...

Page 270: ...onditionsj as oil companies blend Number 2 D fuel to address climate differences Number 1 D diesel fuel may be used in very cold temperatures when it stays below 0 For 18 C however it will produce a p...

Page 271: ...old weather or aNumber 1 D you can use one gallon of kerosene forevery two gallonsof diesel fuel Once you add the kerosene run your engine forseveral minutes so the fuels will mix Add kerosene only wh...

Page 272: ...ately Then have the water drained at once WATERIN FUEL LIGHT CHART Problem Recommended Action Lightcomes on intermittently Drain water fromfuel filter Light stays on 1 At temperatures above freezing 2...

Page 273: ...e 2 to 3 turns When standing in front of the vehicle the valve is located on the right sideof the thermostat housing Start the engine and allow it to idle until clear fuel is observed Stop the engine...

Page 274: ...lter air bleed valve Briefly crank the engine and have someone watch the bleed valve If there is air then you are probably out of fuel To restart your engine I If you re parked on a level surface add...

Page 275: ...o changethe fuel filter yourself here s how to doit A CAUTION Diesel fuel is flammable It could start a fire if somethingignites it and you could beburned Don t let it get onhot engineparts and keep m...

Page 276: ...lement in until the mating surfaces touch Replace and tighten the ring nut to the top of the filter head With the air bleed valve open turn your ignition key to START for 10 to 15 seconds Wait one min...

Page 277: ...fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving You can also write us at the following address for advice Justtell us where...

Page 278: ...inhot weather Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill gasoline Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as poss...

Page 279: ...inside the vehicle Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release locatedjust to the passengerside of the centerof the grill Lift the hood Your vehicle if it has air co...

Page 280: ...wn the hood and close it firmly Cleaning Your Diesel Engine I NOTICE If you spray or pour wateror any other liquid on your engine when itis warm or hot or when itis running you could cause serious dam...

Page 281: ...element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person Among those actspresumed to constitute tampering arethe acts listed below Insulation Removal of noise shields or underhood ins...

Page 282: ...arm and the vehicle must be on level ground Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level To Check Eng...

Page 283: ...alve cover Just fill it enough toput the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you re through What Kind of Oil to Use Oils of the proper quality fory...

Page 284: ...ECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE HOT WEATHER WEATHER n c SAE IOW 30 L LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL r31 i p L c SAE SW 30 PREFERRED DO NOT USE SAE 2OW 50 OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED As shown in the chart SAE...

Page 285: ...OL SAE 10W 30 PREFERRED above 0 F 1 8 C COLD WEATHER 00 NOT USE SA 2OW 50 OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED As shown in the chart SAE 10W 30 is best for your vehicle However you can use SAE SW 30...

Page 286: ...to 16km This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing Most trips include extensive idling such as frequent driving in stop and go traffic Most trips are through dusty ar...

Page 287: ...ucts Used oil can be a real threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure todrain all free flowing oil from the filter before disposal Don t ever disposeof oil by putting it in the tras...

Page 288: ...rt explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index I I I NOTICE I Don t add too much oil If your engine hasso much oil that the oil level gets ab...

Page 289: ...F 4 S G or CE SH or CE SGoil These may be listed as shown or in reverse order for example SHKF 4 Other letters may also be listed such as SH CD CE C F 4 These letters show American Petroleum Institut...

Page 290: ...OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED a SAE 15W 40 As shown in the viscosity chart SAE 15W 40 is best for your vehicle However you can use SAE IOW 30 if it s going to be colder than 32 F 0 C before y...

Page 291: ...ge youroil and filter every2 500 miles 4 000 km or 3 months whichever comes first If none of them is true change the oil and filter every 5 000miles 8 000 km or 12 months whichever comes first What to...

Page 292: ...off can causeyou or others tobe burned The air cleaner not only cleansthe air it stops flameif the engjne backfires If it isn t there and the enginebackfires you could be burned Don t drive with it o...

Page 293: ...o the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to change your fluid See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Because thisoperation can be a little difficult you may choose to have th...

Page 294: ...s To check transmission fluidcold A cold check is made after the vehicle has been sitting for eight hours or more with the engine off and is used only as a reference Let the engine run at idle for fiv...

Page 295: ...s and then pull it back out clean ragor paper towel again 3 Check both sidesof the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level mustbe in theCOLD area fora cold check or in the HOT area or cross...

Page 296: ...vel is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place Manual Transmission Fluid When to Check A good timeto have it checked is when the engine o...

Page 297: ...ow to add fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kindof fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index 1 Remove the filler plug 2 Add fluid at the filler plug hole...

Page 298: ...level does not reach the bottom of the diaphragm when it s in place in the reservoir See the instructions on the reservoir cap Rear Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Sc...

Page 299: ...5 be changed every 3 months or 3 000 miles whichever comes first To reduce required maintenance SAE 75W 140 synthetic gear lubricant may be used With the use of synthetic SAE 75W 140 lubricant the fl...

Page 300: ...ance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine...

Page 301: ...ion Help keep the proper engine temperature Let the warning gages work as they should What to Use Use a mixture of one half cleun water preferably distilled and one half antifreeze that meets GM Speci...

Page 302: ...dding Coolant for the proper way to add coolant If you have to add coolant more than lour timcs a ycar have your dealer check your cooling system NOTICE If you use the proper coolant you don t have to...

Page 303: ...oolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engineand radiator are hot Add coolant mix at the recovery tank but be careful not to spill it A CAUTION You can be b...

Page 304: ...a little higher If this light comeson it means you re low on engine coolant To Add Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper mix ut the surge t m k but only when the engineis cool If the surge t...

Page 305: ...a 15 psi 105 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on th...

Page 306: ...stat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature When you replace your thermostat an AC thermostat is recommended Power Steering Fluid How To Check Po...

Page 307: ...draulicPump The power steering pump is also used as the Hydro boost pump Refer to Power Steering System in this section when checking fluid level or adding fluid Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use Wh...

Page 308: ...Master Cylinder Your brake master cylinder is here It is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in your master cylinder might go down The first is that the...

Page 309: ...sshould be above MIN If they aren t have your brake system checked to see if there is a leak After work is done on the brake hydraulic system make sure the levels are above MIN and below the top of ea...

Page 310: ...to drive with worn out brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some drivingconditions or climatesmay cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This doesnot mean...

Page 311: ...be sure you get new genuine GM replacement parts If you don t your brakes may no longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between y...

Page 312: ...0 F 4 C Fluid Leak Check After the vehicle has been parked for a while inspect the surface under the vehicle forwater oil fuel or other fluids Water dripping from the air conditioning system after it...

Page 313: ...his will help keep your battery from running down A CAUTION Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you aren t careful See Jump Starting in the Index fo...

Page 314: ...rst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Take special care when handling and disposing of halogen bulbs NOTICE Avoid touching the bulb or letting it come in contact with anyt...

Page 315: ...sembly out 1 3 Unplug the electrical connector 4 TLH II the bulb to the left and remove it 5 Put the new bulb in the lens assembly and turn it to the right until it is tight 6 Plug in the electrical c...

Page 316: ...he side of the lamp socket while turning the socket to the left 4 Pull the socket out of the lamp assembly 5 Push in gently on the bulb turn it to the left and remove it from the socket 6 Put the new...

Page 317: ...3 Pull thesocket out of the lamp assembly 4 Push in gently on the bulb turn it to the left and remove it from the socket 5 Put the new bulb in the socket gently press in on the bulb and turn it to th...

Page 318: ...opening and turn the side marker bulb socket to the left and remove it 3 Pull the bulb straight outof the socket 4 Put a new bulb into the socket and push it in until it is tight 5 Put the socket back...

Page 319: ...socket and push it in until it is tight 5 Put the socket back into the lens assembly and turn it to the right to tighten it 6 Replace the lens and tighten the screws Tailgate Marker Lamps I Use a scr...

Page 320: ...socketand push it in until it is tight 4 Replace the lens and tighten the screws Cargo LampKenter High Mount Stoplamp CHMSL L I 1 Remove the screws and lift off the lens 2 Pull the oldbulb straight ou...

Page 321: ...nd pull out the lamp assembly 3 Removethe screws from the bulb retainer and take it off the lamp assembly 4 Pull the old bulb straight out of the socket 5 Put in anew bulb and pushit in until it is ti...

Page 322: ...nd pushing in gently turn it to the right until it is tight 6 Put the socket back i n the lamp assembly and replace the lens and lens seal Exhaust System To help prevent damage to your exhaust system...

Page 323: ...ded fuel you could damage your oxygen sensor OS and three way catalytic converter Diesel Vehicles Below8 500 3850 Kg GVWR This system monitors engine speed and throttle position It adjusts exhaust gas...

Page 324: ...r tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when youhit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Worn oldtires can cause accide...

Page 325: ...e pressure Simply looking at the tires will not tell you the pressure especially if you have radial tires which may look properly inflated even if they re underinflated If your tires have valve caps b...

Page 326: ...ways use one of the correct rotation patterns shown here when rotating your tires If your vehicle has front tires with different load ranges or tread designs such as all season vs on off road than the...

Page 327: ...dual tires are rotated as apair and the inside rear tires become the outside rear tires When you install dualwheels be surethe vent holes in the inner and outer wheels on each side are lined up After...

Page 328: ...e that can t be repaired well because of the size orlocation of the damage Dual Tire Operation When the vehicle is new or whenever a wheel wheel bolt or wheel nut is replaced check the wheel nut torqu...

Page 329: ...gs during normal service on your vehicle If your tires have an all season tread design the TPC number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a...

Page 330: ...he tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can caus...

Page 331: ...exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need...

Page 332: ...your vehicle has dual wheels or LT265 75R16 size tires don t use tire chains theycan damage your vehicle If you don t havedual wheels or if youhave a tire size other than LT26975R16 use tire chainsonl...

Page 333: ...ow the manufacturer s warnings and instructions And always openyour doors or windows when you re cleaningthe inside Never use theseto clean your vehicle Gasoline Benzene Naphtha 0 Carbon Tetrachloride...

Page 334: ...lated area only If you use them don t saturatethe stained area 0 If a ring forms after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Foam Type Cleaner on Fabric Vacuum and brush...

Page 335: ...ost stains Even with this protection you still need to clean your upholstery and carpet often to keep it looking new Further informationon cleaning is available by calling 1 800 433 3296 in Minnesota...

Page 336: ...ore than once 0 Things like tar asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don t get them off quickly Use a clean cloth and GM vinyMeather cleaner Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water...

Page 337: ...ross the defogger grid Cleaning the Outsideof the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is notclear afterusing the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax or other ma...

Page 338: ...rom the paint finish You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Your GM manufactured vehicle may have a base at learcoat paint finish The...

Page 339: ...be applied I NOTICE If you have aluminum wheels don t use an automatic car wash that has hard silicon carbide cleaning brushes These brushes can take the protective coating off your aluminum wheels Ti...

Page 340: ...derbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody vehicle was...

Page 341: ...Polish and corrosion on chrome and stainless steel White Sidewall Tire Cleaner Vinyl Leather Cleaner Fabric Cleaner Glass Cleaner Multi Purpose Powder Cleaner Vinyl Top Cleaner Preservatone Spot Lifte...

Page 342: ...e driver s side You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and...

Page 343: ...F 31 I 1 L 00 W f I 6 77...

Page 344: ...t removed from the vehicle Add on Electrical Equipment NOTICE Don t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle an...

Page 345: ...heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools Although the circuit is protected from electrical overload overload due to heavy snow etc may cause wiper linkage damage Always clear iceand h...

Page 346: ...your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is of the value you need Replace it as soon asyou can See Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Tndex...

Page 347: ...R Throttle Body Injection Engine Identification Gasoline Engines cont Engine Type VIN Code Fuel System Emissions 7 4L V8 N TBI LD HD Light Duty Emissions with 8 500lbs 3 850 Kg GVWR and below Heavy Du...

Page 348: ...7 4L 7 4L w 3500 HD VIN Z H K P S F N N TORQUE 120 ft lbs 1 60 Nmm 120 ft lbs 160 Nmm 120ft lbs 160Nom 120 ft lbs 160 Nom 140 ft lbs 190 Nmm 175 ft lbs 240Nom 175 ft lbs 240 Nom QUANTITY 13 Quarts 12...

Page 349: ...All quantities are approximate Add oneadditional quart for C3500 HD Models Oil filter should be changed at EVERY oil change Fuel Tank Capacity TYPE Gasoline Diesel with Short Bed with Long Bed Crew C...

Page 350: ...3TS GF481 RC36 5 7L K PF1218q A348C cv774c CR43TS GF381 RC36 Four Wheel Drive Vehicle use a PFS2 oil filter W s e AC copper cored resistor type spark plugs Service Replacement Part and Filter Recommen...

Page 351: ...your GM dealer For additional information see your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet NOTICE R 134A refrigerant is not compatible withR 12 refrigerant in an air conditioning system R 12...

Page 352: ...Fuse Block I 25AMP I CLEAR I I 30AMP I GREEN I f D 01 o7 o2 o3 I8 o9 0 I 0 0lo 022 0 023 0l2 024 6 86...

Page 353: ...RLRelay HDLP Switch Keyless Entry Low Coolant Module RR HVAC Controls Cruise Control Aux Power Outlet Diesel Fuel Pump DERM ECM Lic Lamp Park Lamp Tail Lamp Roof Marker Lamp Tail Gate Lamps Front Side...

Page 354: ...ADLAMPS 2 Headlamp System Sealed Beam Low High Beam 4 Headlamp System Composite Low High Beam High Beam LAMP OR BULB EXTERIOR Front Marker Lamp Front Park and Turn Lamp Rear ParkingLamp Rear Stopand T...

Page 355: ...ERIOR Dome Lamps Reading Lamps Roof Console Lamps IP Courtesy Lamp Door Courtesy Lamp Four Wheel Drive Indicator Four Wheel Drive Shift Lever Instrument Panel Compartment Lamp Ashtray Lamp Sunshade Va...

Page 356: ...ctional Signal Indicator Brake Warning Indicator SIR Air Bag Safety Belt Warning Check Gages Indicator Malfunction Indicator Service Engine Soon Lamp Upshift Indicator Glow Plugs Lamp Low Coolant Lamp...

Page 357: ...t Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep yourvehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance procedures are important Improper vehicle maintenan...

Page 358: ...ains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your GM dealer s service department or another quali...

Page 359: ...ke sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drivesthe vehicle These schedules are for vehicles that carry pas...

Page 360: ...5 to 10 miles 8 to 16km This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing 0 Most trips include extensive idling such as frequent driving in stop and go traffic You operate y...

Page 361: ...e Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Spark Plug Wire Inspection Engine TimingCheck Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Schedule 11Definition Gasoline Engines WithLight Duty Emissions Follow Schedule I1 on...

Page 362: ...Engine Timing Check Schedule 1Definition GasolineEngines With Heavy Duiy Emissions I Follow Maintenance Schedule I if any one of these is true for your vehicle 0 Most trips are less than 5 to 10miles...

Page 363: ...or atEach Brake Relining 2 Wheel Drive Only1 Fuel Filter Replacement Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Shields and Underhood Insulation Inspection Thermostatically ControlledEngine Cooling Fan C...

Page 364: ...if none of the conditions from Schedule I is true Schedule I 1 Intervals GasolineEngines with HeavyDuty Emissions Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change orevery 3 months whichever o...

Page 365: ...000 km Spark Plug Wire Inspection Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR System Inspection Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Evaporative Emission Control System Inspection Electronic Vacuum Regulator Valve E...

Page 366: ...000 km Then Every15 000Miles 24000 km Tire Rotation Every 10 000 Miles I 6 000 km Shields and Underhood Insulation Inspection Thermostatically Controlled Engine Cooling Fan Check or every 12 months w...

Page 367: ...Change or every 12 months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or every 12months whichever occurs first Drive Axle Service At 5 000 Miles 8 000 km Then Every 10 000 Miles 16 000 km Tire Rotatio...

Page 368: ...vices be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Drive axleservice Locking Differential Drain fluid and refill at first engineoil change At subsequent oil changes check fl...

Page 369: ...ear front axle fluid level and add fluidas needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE I 6 000 Miles 10 000 km i I Change engineoil and filter or e...

Page 370: ...fer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline center splines front axlepropshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Ball joints and king pin bushings should not be...

Page 371: ...frontaxle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals forleaking I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED BY I 15 0001 Ies 25 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter oreve...

Page 372: ...linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline center splines front axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Ball joints and king pin bushing...

Page 373: ...Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 24 000Miles 40000 km 0 Change engineoil and filter o...

Page 374: ...s first L l Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 30 000 Miles 50 000 km CI Change engineoil and filter orevery 3 months wh...

Page 375: ...Inspection and Rotation in the lndex for proper rotation pattern and additional information I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE I SERVICED BY 33 000Miles 5 5000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months...

Page 376: ...es front axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Ball joints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C or higher When weather is...

Page 377: ...ont axlefluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking g I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED BY I 42 000 Miles 70 000 km 0 Change engineoil and filter or e...

Page 378: ...springs and clutch pedal springs Ball joints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C orhigher When weather is cold let the ball joints and king pin bushing...

Page 379: ...or they could be damaged Perform each of the listed lubrication service items at this mileage interval or every 6 months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfront axlefluid level and add fluid as neede...

Page 380: ...interval orevery 4 months whichever occurs first 0 Check rear f ront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE...

Page 381: ...gs steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline center splines front axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal sp...

Page 382: ...ths whichever occurs first Check rear fi ont axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant elociryjoint5 and axle seals for leaking For 2 Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front...

Page 383: ...re frequent lubrication may be required for heavy duty or off road use 3500 HD Models with applications requiring extreme overload trailer towing conditions and high speed above45 mph or 72 km h condi...

Page 384: ...e shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline center splines front axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Ball joints and king pin bushings should not be lubri...

Page 385: ...damaged Perf or 111each o f the lisled lubrication wr lice items a1 this mileage inta d o r elwy 12 months whicht cr occurs first 30 000 Miles 50 000 km L Change engine oil and filter or every 12 mont...

Page 386: ...ter An Emissiorl CofltrolService DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE I 37 500 Miles 62 500 km 0 Change engineoil and filter orevery 12 months whichever occurs first An EmissioM Control SorLice 0 Lubricate...

Page 387: ...r case shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline center splines front axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Ball joints and king pin bushings shouldnot be l...

Page 388: ...change I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED BY I 52 500 Miles 87 500 km 0 Change engine oil and filter orevery 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Sunlice 7 Lubricate the front suspensio...

Page 389: ...rings Ball joints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C or higher When weather is cold let the ball joints and king pin bushings warm up before lubricati...

Page 390: ...Drain fluid and refill at first engine oil change At subsequent oil changes check fluid level and add fluid as needed If driving in dusty areas or towing a trailer drain fluid and refill every 15 000...

Page 391: ...l or every 12 months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED BY 6 00...

Page 392: ...ings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline center splines front axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal...

Page 393: ...eeded Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking k k For 2 Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first Tnspect a...

Page 394: ...val or every 12 months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfront axle fluidlevel and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED BY I...

Page 395: ...eering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline center splines front axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs...

Page 396: ...cleaner filter Replace filter more often under dusty conditions An Em ssiolz Control Sen ice 3 For 2 Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel Z Replace fuel filter Replace filter so...

Page 397: ...works properly This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles soldin the United States I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED BY I 27 000 Miles 45000 km 0 Change engine oil and filte...

Page 398: ...ess their temperature is 10 F 12 C orhigher When weather is cold let the balljoints and king pin bushings warm up before lubrication or they could be damaged Perform each of the listed lubrication ser...

Page 399: ...al or every 12 months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfront axlefluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED BY I...

Page 400: ...tes If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan inspect all hoses and ducts for properhook up or every 12months whichever occurs first Be sure the valve works properly This is a Noise...

Page 401: ...ine center splines front axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Ball joints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C or higher...

Page 402: ...edfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals forleaking DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 48 000 Miles 80 000 km 0 Change engineoil and filter orevery 3...

Page 403: ...or for cracks carbon tracking and corrosion Clean or replace as needed An Emission Control Service This is a Noise Emission Control Service If your vehicle has a thermostatically controlled air cleane...

Page 404: ...ion fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one ormore of these conditions 0 In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher 0 In hilly or moun...

Page 405: ...e interval or every 12 months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfront axlefluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVIC...

Page 406: ...t suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline center splines front axle propshaft splines brake pedal...

Page 407: ...aking For vehicles equipped with a 5 speed manual transmission with deep low Lubricatethe clutch fork ball stud through the fitting on the clutch housing Lubricant must be added sparirzgl to the fitti...

Page 408: ...luid and refill at first engine oil change At subsequent oil changes check fluid and add fluid as needed If driving in dusty areas or towing a trailer drain fluid and refill every 15 000miles 25 000 k...

Page 409: ...rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking k C Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation i n the Index for proper rotation patte...

Page 410: ...eline center splines front axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Ball joints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C or highe...

Page 411: ...arm up before lubrication or they could be damaged Perform each of the listed lubrication service items at this mileage interval or every 12 months whichever occurs first Check readfrontaxle fluid lev...

Page 412: ...t axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Ball joints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C or higher When weather is cold le...

Page 413: ...mileage interval or every 12 months whichever occurs first Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE...

Page 414: ...edal springs Ball joints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C or higher When weather is cold let the ball joints and king pin bushings warm up before lu...

Page 415: ...ese conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain 0 When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found i n tax...

Page 416: ...and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C or higher When weather is cold let the balljoints and king pin bushings warm up before lubrication or they could be...

Page 417: ...pedal springs Ball joints andking pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C or higher When weather is cold let the balljoints and king pin bushings warm up before lu...

Page 418: ...ations requiring extreme overload trailer towing conditionsand high speed above 45 mph or 72 km h conditions for extended periods of time must have the drive axle fluid changed every 3 000 miles 5 000...

Page 419: ...leaking k 0 Check readfront axle fluidlevel and add fluid as needed Check I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED BY I 7 500 Miles 12 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter orevery 3 months whichever occurs...

Page 420: ...Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States 0 Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage orlooseness 0 Check the air intake system installation to assure that gasket...

Page 421: ...iles 24 000 km ci Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emissio 1 Control Service 0 Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmission sh...

Page 422: ...g linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline center splines front axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Ball...

Page 423: ...looseness Adjust or replaceas required This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States 0 Check the air intake system installation to assure that gaskets...

Page 424: ...n in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See Tires in the Index I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED BY 25 000 Miles 40 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 month...

Page 425: ...ilter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 1 Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage pa...

Page 426: ...and underhood insulation for damage orlooseness Adjust or replace as required This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States Check the air intakesystem...

Page 427: ...ths whichever occurs first DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 35 000 Miles 56 000 km Cl Change engine oil and filter orevery 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate the fr...

Page 428: ...rotation pattern and additional information See Tires in the Index DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 40 000 Miles 64000 km I7 Change engineoil and filter orevery 3 months whichever occurs first An Enzi...

Page 429: ...cles sold in the United States 0 Check readfront axlefluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 4 DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 42 500Miles 68 000...

Page 430: ...cated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C or higher When weather is cold let the ball joints and king pin bushings warm up before lubrication or they could be damaged Perform each of the listed lubr...

Page 431: ...ACTUAL MILEAGE 50 000 Miles 80 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter orevery 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering lin...

Page 432: ...hat all hose connections fastenersand other components aretight Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing is properly seated the cover fitstightly and the wing nuts are tight Tighten connecti...

Page 433: ...tion in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See Tires in the Index DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 55 000 Miles 88 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months...

Page 434: ...ilter orevery 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parki...

Page 435: ...m if equipped except CodeF engine as described in the service manual An Emission Control Service 0 Inspect accessory drive serpentine belt for cracks frayingand wear and check belt for propertension A...

Page 436: ...nge At subsequent oil changes check fluid level and add fluid as needed If driving in dusty areas 01 towing a trailer drain fluid and refill every 15 000miles 25 000 km Standard Differential Check flu...

Page 437: ...Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See Tires in the Index 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle...

Page 438: ...2 months whichever occurs first Be sure the valve works properly This isa Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and ad...

Page 439: ...bricated unless their temperature is IO F 1 2 C orhigher When weather is cold let the ball joints and king pin bushings wartn up before lubrication or they could be damaged Perform each of the listed...

Page 440: ...ft linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline center splines front axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Ball joints and king pin bushi...

Page 441: ...st be added spring1 yto the fitting as very little is required to lubricate the ball stud surface Do not add lubricant more often than specified Too much lubricantwill damage the clutch assembly Drain...

Page 442: ...id level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED BY I 35 000 Miles 56 000 km 0 Change engine oiland filter or every 3 months...

Page 443: ...isted lubrication service items at this mileage interval or every 12 months whichever occurs first 0 Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damageor looseness Adjust or replaceas required This i...

Page 444: ...s front axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Ball joints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C orhigher When weather is co...

Page 445: ...rain When doing frequenttrailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filterdo not require changing Ma...

Page 446: ...axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Balljoints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C or higher When weather is cold let...

Page 447: ...ed to lubricate the ball stud surface Do not add lubricant more often than specified Too much lubricantwill damage the clutch assembly Drain flush and refill the cooling system with new coolant or eve...

Page 448: ...ly and the wing nuts are tight Tighten connections and fasteners or replace damaged parts as necessary This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States 0...

Page 449: ...ill Engine Oil Level Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check the engine coolantlevel and add the prope...

Page 450: ...ured Follow the stepsbelow 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake see Parking Brake in the Inde...

Page 451: ...ift lever outof PARK P with normal effort if the shift lever moves out of PARK P yourvehicle s BTSI needs service Steering Column Lock While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the keyto...

Page 452: ...smission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove footpressure from theregular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability Shift to PARK P...

Page 453: ...ook for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditionswhich could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes i...

Page 454: ...le However if CF 4 SH is not available you may use CF 4 SG or CE SH or CE SG oil These letters show American Petroleum Institute APT levels of quality They may be listed in re verse order SHKF 4 or ot...

Page 455: ...t Linkage Clutch Fork Ball Stud 5 Speed with Low Gear Floor Shift Linkage Chassis Lubrication Front Wheel Bearings Differential Standard Front and Rear Axle Differential Locking Transfer Case Engine o...

Page 456: ...ategory LB or GC LB a Engine oil b Chassis lubricant GM Part No 12346003 or equivalent or lubri cant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 CategoryLB or GC LB Engine oil or Lubriplate Lubricant GM Part...

Page 457: ...I Maintenance Record 7 101...

Page 458: ...TO001 7 102...

Page 459: ...Notes 7 103...

Page 460: ...Notes 7 104...

Page 461: ...on Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and GMC Truck Normally any concern with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer...

Page 462: ...nce Representative 0 Your name address home and business telephone numbers Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the left top of the in...

Page 463: ...completely satisfied with your new vehicle Our experiencehas shown that if a situation arises where you feel your concern has not been adequately addressed the Customer Satisfaction Procedure describe...

Page 464: ...equire you to use this program before filing a claim with a state run arbitration program or in the courts For further information contact the BBB at 1 800 955 5 100or the GMC Truck Customer Assistanc...

Page 465: ...854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa OntarioLlH 8P7 Roadside Assistance GMC Truck s Roadside Assistance provides stranded owners...

Page 466: ...our call is received 0 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 0 Name and Home Address 0 Telephone number and location from which you are calling 0 Location license plate number and color of your GMCtruck M...

Page 467: ...g vehicles in late in the day for service onthe next day does notconstitute overnight repairs GAS allowance of up to 10 a day for rides provided by another person i e friend neighbor etc inlieu of ren...

Page 468: ...performance in the field When service methods are found which promote better service on GM vehicles bulletins are created to help the technician perform better service Service bulletins may involve a...

Page 469: ...Notes...

Page 470: ...issions axle suspension brakes electrical steering body etc NOTE Pleasespecifyspecialbody or enginetypes on orderform Write information in the FormNumbercolumn Forexample Turbo Convertible OWNER SINFO...

Page 471: ...N I I e3 0 W I I 0 U L 0 3...

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Page 473: ...oAudio Compact Disc ATC System 3 16 Rcmote Cassette Player 3 22 ETR AM FM Stereo Audio System 3 7 THEFTLOCK Theft Deterrent Feature 3 14 3 20 UnderstandingRadio Reception 3 23 Automatic Transmission S...

Page 474: ...nter High Mounted Stop Lamp CHMSL See Lamps Certificatioflire Label 4 37 Changing a Flat Tire 5 26 Chemical Paint Spotting 6 74 CigaretteLightedAshtrays 2 58 Child Restraints See Safety Belts Circuit...

Page 475: ...ferential See Axle Doors 2 3 Locks 2 5 PowerDoorLocks 2 6 SideDoors 2 3 Drive Axle See Axle Driving AtNight 4 23 City 4 26 Defensive 4 1 Freeway 4 27 HillandMountainRoads 4 29 HighwayHypnosis 4 28 IfY...

Page 476: ...ion FluidLeakCheck 6 4 6 Fluids See Scheduled Maintenance Services Fog Lamps See Lamps Fog Four WheelDrive 2 33 6 33 Front Axle Locking Feature 2 36 TransferCase 2 34 6 33 Canadian 6 5 Diesel 6 3 Fill...

Page 477: ...der Hood Release 6 13 Horn 2 38 Hydraulic Clutch 6 31 When to Check andWhat t o Use 6 32 Howtocheck 6 32 Hydroplaning See Driving in the Rain I If You re Stuck i n Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 39 Ignition S...

Page 478: ...ttle Soon 2 74 ShiftLight 2 25 2 78 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Light 2 4 0 2 79 Water in Fuel Diesel Engine 2 74 Loading YourVehicle 4 37 Trailering Package 4 39 Truck Camper Loading 4 39 L...

Page 479: ...gs That Burn Passing See Drivin Passing Periodic Maintenance Inspections See Scheduled Maintenance Services Power Door Locks See Dood j 2 31 Steering 4 7 Steering Fluid 6 4 0 Take Off 4 35 Winches 4 3...

Page 480: ...5 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Governnlent 8 4 Safety WarninFsand Symbols v Scheduled Malntenance Serviccs Maintenance Record 7 100 Maintenance Schedule I Diesel Engines 7 9 7 62 Gaso...

Page 481: ...See Engine Starting Steering 4 7 Column Shift Lever 2 29 InEmergencies 4 8 Tips 4 7 Step Bumperpad 2 84 Storage Compartments 2 59 Sunvisors 2 57 Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System SIR 1 19 Addin...

Page 482: ...n to Check and Change Fluid 6 27 Five SpeedManual 2 22 6 30 How To AddFluid 6 31 HowToCheck 6 30 Shift Light See Lights Shiftspeeds 2 25 WithLow Gear 2 22 WithoutLowGear 2 24 WhenToCheck 6 30 TorqueLo...

Page 483: ...Caps 5 33 Nut TighteningSequence 5 37 NutTorque 6 82 Replacement 6 65 UsedReplacement 6 66 Windows 2 36 SlidingRear 2 37 Swing Out 2 37 Washer 2 42 WasherFluid 6 41 WiperBladeChatter 6 71 Wiper Blade...

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