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If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer

If you do, here are some important points:
D There are many different laws, including speed limit

restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure
your rig will be legal, not only where you live but
also where you’ll be driving. A good source for this
information can be state or provincial police.

D Don’t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles

(800 km) your new vehicle is driven. Your engine,
axle or other parts could be damaged.

D Then, during the first 500 miles (800 km) that you

tow a trailer, don’t drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) and
don’t make starts at full throttle. This helps your
engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the
heavier loads.

D If you have an automatic transmission, you can tow

in AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (

B). You may 

want to shift the transmission to THIRD (3) or, if
necessary, a lower gear selection if the transmission
shifts too often (e.g., under heavy loads and/or hilly
conditions). If you have a manual transmission 
and you are towing a trailer, it’s better not to use
FIFTH (5) gear. Just drive in FOURTH (4) gear 
(or, as you need to, a lower gear).

Three important considerations have to do with weight:
D the weight of the trailer,
D the weight of the trailer tongue
D and the weight on your vehicle’s tires.

Weight of the Trailer

How heavy can a trailer safely be?

It depends on how you plan to use your rig. For example,
speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature and 
how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all
important. And, it can also depend on any special
equipment that you have on your vehicle.

Use the following chart to determine how much your
vehicle can weigh, based upon your vehicle model 
and options.

Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming the
driver and one passenger are in the tow vehicle and it
has all the required trailering equipment. The weight 
of additional optional equipment, passengers, cargo in
the tow vehicle and the loaded trailer weight must not
exceed the Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR).

Refer to the Trailering Guide for oil 
cooler recommendations.

Summary of Contents for Sierra 3500HD 2001

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Page 3: ...2001 GMC Sierra 3500HD Owner s Manual Litho in U S A Part Number X2104 A First Edition Copyright General Motors Corporation 2000 All Rights Reserved i ...

Page 4: ... Wheel Turn Signal Multifunction Lever Windshield Wipers Cruise Control Exterior and Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Accessory Power Outlets Instrument Panel Warning Lights and Gages Seats and Seat Controls Safety Belts Restraint Systems for Children Section 1 Section 2 Seats and Restraint Systems Features and Controls ...

Page 5: ... Vehicle Braking Steering Driving Tips for Various Road Conditions Recreational Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio Cassette Player Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Changing a Flat Tire If You re Stuck Problems on the Road ...

Page 6: ... Care Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers Capacities and Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Table of Contents cont d Maintenance Schedule Service and Appearance Care Section 7 Section 6 Scheduled Maintenance Owner Checks and Services Periodic Maintenance Inspections Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records iv ...

Page 7: ...se it to quickly find something you want to read Section 8 Customer Satisfaction Procedures Customer Assistance Offices Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation Warranty Information See Warranty Manual Reporting Safety Defects on page 8 10 Service Publications Index Section 9 Please refer to the last page of this manual for your Service Station Guide ...

Page 8: ... Motors of Canada Limited for GMC whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it We support voluntary technician certification For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propriétaires canadiens Vous pouvez vo...

Page 9: ...er to explain things quickly Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduc...

Page 10: ... could damage your vehicle In the notice area we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help 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 see warning labels on yo...

Page 11: ...have to do with your lamps MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH TURN SIGNALS PARKING LAMPS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER WINDSHIELD WASHER WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER VENTILATING FAN These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights ENGINE COOLANT TEMP BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM BRAKE COOLANT ENGINE OIL PRESSURE...

Page 12: ...x Model Reference This manual covers this model 3500HD Chassis Cab ...

Page 13: ...dshield Washer Fluid See Section 6 Tire Pressure See Section 6 Spare Tire Pressure See Section 6 Battery See Section 6 Oil Viscosity Engine Oil See Section 6 For a More Detailed Look at What s Under the Hood See Section 6 For vehicles equipped with a diesel engine see the Diesel Engine Supplement Fuel See Section 6 ...

Page 14: ...fety Belts They re for Everyone 1 10 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 11 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 11 Driver Position 1 19 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 20 Right Front Passenger Position 1 20 Center Passenger Position 1 21 Children 1 24 Restraint Systems for Children 1 33 Older Children 1 36 Safety Belt Extender 1 36 Checking Your Restraint Sys...

Page 15: ...while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving You can adjust the seat with this lever located at the front of the seat Slide the lever toward the passenger s side to unlock the seat Using your body slide the seat to where you want it Then release the lever an...

Page 16: ... the switch when 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 switch when the lower seatback reaches the desired level of support Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the front seatback move the lever rearward Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it Move the lever again rearward and the seatback wil...

Page 17: ...s job because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback ...

Page 18: ... you access the rear of the cab To fold the seatback pull the easy entry lever located on the outboard side of the seat To return the seatback to the upright position push the seatback rearward until it latches Then it will be locked into place CAUTION If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearw...

Page 19: ... killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle th...

Page 20: ...even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goe...

Page 21: ...1 8 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop ...

Page 22: ...1 9 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel ...

Page 23: ...t even if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags why should I have to wear safety belts A Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Eve...

Page 24: ...r Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see the part of this manual called Children Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you ll want to know which restraint systems your...

Page 25: ...unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the...

Page 26: ...r to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pushing in to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder ...

Page 27: ...t is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body ...

Page 28: ...You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you ...

Page 29: ...y injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests ...

Page 30: ... be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen ...

Page 31: ...isted across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it ...

Page 32: ...on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy ...

Page 33: ...lt properly see Driver Position earlier in this section The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the lap portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Center Passenger Position Lap Belt When you sit in th...

Page 34: ...yone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Infants and Young Children Every time infants an...

Page 35: ...much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint ...

Page 36: ...traint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs CAUTION Newborn infants need complete support including support for the head and n...

Page 37: ...e child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that s unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints Restraint Systems for Children An infant car bed A a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child...

Page 38: ...back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields ...

Page 39: ... child restraints have used the adult belt system in the vehicle To help reduce the chance of injury the child also has to be secured within the restraint The vehicle s belt system secures the add on child restraint in the vehicle and the add on child restraint s harness system holds the child in place within the restraint One system the three point harness has straps that come down over each of t...

Page 40: ...d to this manual The child restraint instructions are important so if they are not available obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer Where to Put the Restraint The child restraint must be secured properly in the center or right front passenger seat Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to proper...

Page 41: ...d installation instructions specifically designed for this vehicle The dealer can then install the anchor for you This work will be done for you free of charge Or you may install the anchor yourself using the instructions provided in the kit Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position You ll be using the lap belt Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure...

Page 42: ...he belt 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to ...

Page 43: ...ger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run t...

Page 44: ...kle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock ...

Page 45: ...d it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger ...

Page 46: ...ble an older child should wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash In a crash children who are not buckled up ca...

Page 47: ...er belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very close to the child s face or neck y...

Page 48: ...t in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash ...

Page 49: ...retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash I...

Page 50: ...ne Engine 2 15 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 16 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 19 Manual Transmission Operation 2 22 Parking Brake 2 23 Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transmission Only 2 25 Shifting Out of PARK P Automatic Transmission Only 2 26 Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transmission Models Only 2 26 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 27 Engine Exhaust 2 27 Running Your Engine While You r...

Page 51: ... child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather Manual Windows Turn the hand crank on each door to raise or lower the manual windows ...

Page 52: ... rear of the switch to lower the window Press the front of the switch to raise the window The driver s window also has an express down feature that allows the window to be lowered without holding the switch Press and hold AUTO for one second to activate the express down mode The express down mode can be canceled at any time by pressing the opposite side of the switch To open the window partway lig...

Page 53: ...cle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with children ...

Page 54: ...ssengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle When a door is locked the handle won t open it You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked So wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive D Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by ...

Page 55: ... located on your door down To unlock the door slide the manual lock up Power Door Locks If Equipped Press the top of the power door lock switch marked LOCK on either door to lock both doors at once Press the ribbed side of the switch to unlock both doors at once Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle take your keys open your door and set the locks from inside Then get out and close th...

Page 56: ...erference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote keyless entry system If the transmitter does not work or...

Page 57: ...the ignition off If you do not want the horn to chirp as a confirmation that the doors have locked or unlocked please consult your dealer Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any remaining...

Page 58: ...uch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter Use one three volt type CR2032 or equivalent battery To replace the battery do the following 1 Insert a thin coin or flat tip screwdriver to separate the bottom of the transmitter from the top 2 Remove the battery and replace it with a new one making sure the positive side of the battery is faci...

Page 59: ...f you leave your vehicle with the keys inside it s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves so don t do it When you park your vehicle and open the driver s door you ll hear a tone reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Always do this Your steering wheel will be locked and so will your ignition If you have an automatic transmission taking your key out a...

Page 60: ...ur Passlock system is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock at this time You may also want to check the fuses see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index See your dealer for service New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your vehicle doesn t need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines D Keep ...

Page 61: ...ey when the ignition is turned to LOCK OFF C This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel It doesn t lock the steering wheel like LOCK Use OFF if you must have your vehicle in motion while the engine is off for example if your vehicle is being pushed RUN D This is the position for driving START E This position starts your engine CAUTION On manual transmission vehicl...

Page 62: ...ransmission vehicles unless the key release button is used To remove the key turn the key to OFF press and hold the button and turn the key to LOCK Do not hold the button in while turning the key to OFF Starting Your Gasoline Engine If you have a diesel engine see Starting Your Diesel Engine in the Diesel Engine Supplement Automatic Transmission Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your en...

Page 63: ...al Wait about 15 seconds between each try When starting your engine in very cold weather below 0_F or 18_C do this 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to START and hold it there When the engine starts let go of the key Use the accelerator pedal to maintain engine speed if you have to until your engine has run for a while 2 If your engine still won t start or starts but...

Page 64: ... ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before ...

Page 65: ...nded that you disconnect the battery cable from the battery to prevent discharging your battery PARK P This position locks your rear wheels It s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can t move easily CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave you...

Page 66: ...t connect with the wheels To restart the engine when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Don t shift out...

Page 67: ...ion to THIRD 3 or if necessary a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts too often THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal driving however it offers more power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE B SECOND 2 This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you...

Page 68: ...ry deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object You could damage your transmission Also if you stop when going uphill don t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transmission Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to hold your vehicle in position on a hill Manual Transmission Operation 5 Speed Here s how to operate your transmission FIRST 1 ...

Page 69: ...into the SECOND 2 position until the vehicle speed is reduced THIRD 3 Press the clutch pedal and shift into THIRD 3 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 Shift into the higher forward gears the same way you do for THIRD 3 Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal To stop let up on the accelerator pedal and press th...

Page 70: ...rs to keep the engine running smoothly or for good performance Up Shift Light If you have a manual transmission you may have a SHIFT light This light will show you when to shift to the next higher gear for best fuel economy When this light comes on you can shift to the next higher gear if weather road and traffic conditions let you For the best fuel economy accelerate slowly and shift when the lig...

Page 71: ...an cause your rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle Always check to be sure your parking brake is fully released before you drive If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill see Towing a Trailer in the Index That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving It is recommended that the propshaft mounte...

Page 72: ...ou have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P position like this D Pull the leve...

Page 73: ... PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and the parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you move the s...

Page 74: ...phill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of PARK P Automatic Transmission Only Your vehicle has an Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in RUN See Automatic Transmission in the Index If you canno...

Page 75: ...ng on a hill or if you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the manual transmission is in gear You or someone else could be seriously injured Be sure to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in NEUTRAL See Parking Brake in the Index Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION Things t...

Page 76: ...ur vehicle D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and D Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked Automatic Transmission It s better not to park with the engine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know CAUTION Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle See the earl...

Page 77: ...nd move the shift lever to PARK P Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Horn Press the pad in the center of the steering wheel to sound the horn Tilt Wheel If Equipped A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can also raise it to the hig...

Page 78: ...ver will return automatically An arrow located on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it If you move the lever all the way up or down and the arrow flashes at twice th...

Page 79: ...he closer to LOW the shorter the delay For steady wiping at low speed turn the knob to the LOW position For high speed wiping turn the knob further to HIGH To stop the wipers turn the knob to OFF Damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they are frozen to the windshield care...

Page 80: ... the paddle When you let go of the paddle the wipers will continue to wipe for a few seconds and then either stop or return to the preset speed The use of a hood mounted air deflector may adversely affect windshield wiper and washer performance Cruise Control If Equipped With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This c...

Page 81: ...lose control Don t use cruise control on slippery roads Setting Cruise Control CAUTION If you leave your cruise control switch on when you re not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don t want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control 1 Move the cruise switch to ON 2 Get up to the speed you wan...

Page 82: ...the end of the lever then release the button and the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed D Move the cruise switch from ON to R A Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want and then release the switch To increase your speed in very small amounts move the switch to R A briefly Each time you do this your vehicle will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster Reducing Speed While Us...

Page 83: ...ng downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control D Step lightly on the brake pedal or D move the cruise switch to OFF Erasing Speed Memory When...

Page 84: ...wheel next to the parking lamp headlamp knob all the way down Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset Fully functional daytime running lights are required on all vehicles fi...

Page 85: ...he thumbwheel up to the first notch to return the radio display and shift position indicator LED display to full intensity when the headlamps or parking lamps are on To turn on the dome lamps with the vehicle doors closed turn the thumbwheel up to the second notch position Illuminated Entry Your vehicle is equipped with an illuminated entry feature When a door is opened the dome lamps will come on...

Page 86: ...can use the DOME OVERRIDE button located below the parking lamp and headlamp knob to set the dome lamp to come on automatically when a door is opened or to remain off To turn the lamp off press the button in Press the button again and return it to the out position to set the dome light to come on Cargo Lamp If Equipped Press the top of the switch to turn the cargo lamp on Press the bottom of the s...

Page 87: ... can see a little of the side of your vehicle and have a clear view of any objects behind you Some mirrors can be folded in to enter narrow doorways The use of hood mounted air deflectors and add on convex mirror attachments may adversely affect mirror performance Camper Type Outside Mirrors If Equipped If your vehicle is equipped with the camper type mirrors they can be adjusted so that you can h...

Page 88: ... the mirrors when hauling a slide in camper or towing a trailer turn the mirror by pushing the mirror head toward the front of the vehicle 2 Turn the mirror head so that the mirror surface faces the rear of the vehicle ...

Page 89: ... frame A backward or forward You can also loosen the nut C on the top and bottom of the outer mirror frame to tilt the mirror head Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger s side mirror may be convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply int...

Page 90: ...ave a storage pocket on each of the front doors and some vehicles may have a storage area behind the seat Glove Box To open your glove box move the button toward the passenger s side and pull the door open Instrument Panel Cupholder Your vehicle has a cupholder located in the middle of the instrument panel To use the cupholder pull the handle and slide the cupholder tray open To close the cupholde...

Page 91: ...table and swing the writing table forward Use it to hold a pad of paper and a pen Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter The ashtray is located at the bottom of the instrument panel Pull on the notch in the ashtray door to open it 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 fire and possibly dama...

Page 92: ...the power accessory plugs NOTICE Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the visors You can also swing them out to help block glare at the front and side windows Some visors have an extender ...

Page 93: ...2 44 Instrument Panel Your Information System ...

Page 94: ...or Lamp Controls C Air Outlets D Multifunction Lever E Instrument Panel Cluster F Gearshift Lever G Audio System H Comfort Control System I Glove Box J Fuse Block K Hood Release L Parking Brake Release M Tilt Lever If Equipped N Storage Area If Equipped O Accessory Power Outlets P Cupholder Q Ashtray ...

Page 95: ...ssion shown Canada similar Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you have and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically ...

Page 96: ...leage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero To reset the trip odometer fully press the reset button located near the trip odometer readout If the reset button is not fully pressed the trip odometer may not go all the way back to zero If it doesn t you may have to pre...

Page 97: ...ndicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you what to do about it Please follow this manual s advice Wai...

Page 98: ...l your accessories such as the radio and the air conditioner Voltmeter When your engine is not running but the ignition is in RUN this gage shows your battery s state of charge in DC volts When the engine is running the gage shows the condition of the charging system Readings between the low and high warning zones indicate the normal operating range Readings in the low warning zone may occur when ...

Page 99: ...king though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there could be a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away United States Canada This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road a...

Page 100: ... Light earlier in this section The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature It also provides an indicator of how hard your vehicle is working During a majority of...

Page 101: ...e a cleaner environment The SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driv...

Page 102: ...may damage the emission control system on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required D Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle D Reducing vehicle sp...

Page 103: ...as stalling after start up stalling when you put the vehicle into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on If you experience one or more of these conditions change the fuel brand you use It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel ...

Page 104: ...ack of OBD system readiness see your dealer or qualified service center to prepare the vehicle for inspection Reduced Engine Power The REDUCED ENGINE POWER light will come on when the cooling system temperature gets too hot and the engine further enters the engine coolant protection mode See Engine Overheating in the Index for further information Oil Pressure Gage United States Canada The oil pres...

Page 105: ...e other problem causing low oil pressure Check your oil as soon as possible Security Light This light will come on briefly when you turn the key to START The light will come on for five seconds after the key is turned to ON and then go off If the light flashes the PasslockR System has entered a tamper mode If the vehicle fails to start see Passlock in the Index If the light comes on continuously w...

Page 106: ...L are on When it begins to get dark the DRL indicator light comes on as a reminder to turn on your headlamps Check Gages Light This 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 could be a problem with your oil pressure coolant temperature or some other problem Check your various...

Page 107: ... problem with the fuel gage D At the gas station the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads full D It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank D The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up D The ga...

Page 108: ...ticular systems supplied with your vehicle 3 2 Comfort Controls 3 4 Air Conditioning 3 4 Heating 3 4 Defogging and Defrosting 3 5 Ventilation System 3 6 Audio Systems 3 6 Setting the Clock 3 7 AM FM Stereo 3 9 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player If Equipped 3 12 Understanding Radio Reception 3 12 Tips About Your Audio System 3 13 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 3 14 Fixed Mast Antenna ...

Page 109: ...ure independently of the fan knob settings Turn the knobclockwise towardtheredarea forwarmer air Turnthe knob counterclockwise toward the blue area for cooler air Mode Knob The right knob on the control panel allows you to choose the direction of air delivery The knob can be placed in any position between two mode settings to blend the flow of air VENT This setting directs air through the instrume...

Page 110: ...lect the relative temperature of the air flowing into the passenger area of your vehicle This knob will allow you to adjust the relative air temperature independently of the fan and knob settings Turn the knob clockwise toward the red area for warmer air Turn the knob counterclockwise toward the blue area for cooler air Mode Knob The right knob on the control panel allows you to choose the directi...

Page 111: ... indicator light will come on even though the recirculation button is not selected This setting also cools the air the fastest After the vehicle s interior reaches a comfortable temperature turn the temperature knob clockwise to place the air conditioning system in the normal mode Heating The heater works best if you keep your windows closed whileusingit Oncolddays usetheHEATERorBI LEVEL setting w...

Page 112: ...valves Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning fan is running unless you have the recirculation button pushed in For more information on the recirculation button see Air Conditioning earlier in this section Your vehicle has air outlets in the center and on the sides of your instrument panel You can move the outlets from side to side or up and down to direct ...

Page 113: ... circulate throughout your vehicle D The use of hood air deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the heating and air conditioning system Audio Systems Your audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all its ...

Page 114: ... FM Press the lower knob to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE Turn the lower knob to tune in radio stations SEEK Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there SCAN Select either AM FM1 or FM2 mode and press both SEEK buttons to listen to a few seconds of each radio station SCAN will lig...

Page 115: ... Tune in the desired station 2 Press SET SET will appear on the display 3 Press two adjoining buttons at the same time within five seconds Whenever you press the same two buttons the station you set will return 4 Repeat the steps for each pair of pushbuttons Setting the Tone BASS Slide this lever up or down to increase or decrease bass TREB Slide this lever up or down to increase or decrease trebl...

Page 116: ...ower knob to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 TUNE Turn the lower knob to tune in radio stations SEEK Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station PUSHBUTTONS The four numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 21 stations seven AM seven FM1 and seven FM2 Just 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to sel...

Page 117: ...tations The system will scan through and play each preset station stored on your pushbuttons for a few seconds Press either SEEK button or RECALL to stop scanning through the preset stations Setting the Tone BASS Slide this lever up or down to increase or decrease bass TREB Slide this lever up or down to increase or decrease treble If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble ...

Page 118: ...the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index After you clean the player press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset CD Adapter Kits It is possible to use a portab...

Page 119: ...e loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage D Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting D Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile tel...

Page 120: ...nt in sound quality clean the tape player The recommended cleaning method for your cassette tape player is the use of a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealer GM Part No 12344789 When using a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette it is n...

Page 121: ...ndicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged If the mast should ever become slightly bent you can straighten it out...

Page 122: ...6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Steering 4 11 Off Road Recovery 4 12 Passing 4 13 Loss of Control 4 14 Driving at Night 4 16 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 19 City Driving 4 20 Freeway Driving 4 21 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 22 Highway Hypnosis 4 22 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 24 Winter Driving 4 27 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 29 Loading Your Vehicle 4 31 Towing a Trailer 4 39 Powe...

Page 123: ...eventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call ...

Page 124: ... alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the pr...

Page 125: ...carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks The law in many U S states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 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 The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in ...

Page 126: ... right answer What if there s an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There s something else about drinking and driving that many people don t know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the...

Page 127: ...g up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km h travels 66 feet...

Page 128: ...mp your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brakes ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braki...

Page 129: ...he wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates ...

Page 130: ...ou lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here s why Experienced driver or beginner each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when d...

Page 131: ...ry to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere or a c...

Page 132: ... a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that your ve...

Page 133: ...ndicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic D Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you re following a larger vehicle Also ...

Page 134: ...iver to get ahead of you Perhaps you can ease a little to the right Loss of Control Let s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration don t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less da...

Page 135: ... because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited While driving on a surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues su...

Page 136: ... They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly ...

Page 137: ...et wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It s wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank fil...

Page 138: ... is dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you re going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road Hydroplaning doesn t happen often But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low It can happen if a lot of water...

Page 139: ... to drive through flowing water as you might at a low water crossing your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle If this happens you and the other vehicle occupants could drown Don t ignore police warning signs and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips D Besides slowing dow...

Page 140: ...a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip D Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving D Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start t...

Page 141: ...nce ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it s...

Page 142: ... your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip D Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are ...

Page 143: ... leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips D Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior D Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently D If you get sleepy pull off the road int...

Page 144: ...L N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill D Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool...

Page 145: ... reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between your tire...

Page 146: ...anti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have an anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock in the Index D Allow greater following distance on any slippery road D Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that s covered with ice On an othe...

Page 147: ...summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe D Turn on your hazard flashers D Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow D Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing t...

Page 148: ...ne make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery or batteries charged You will need a well charged battery or batteries to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while If you have a diesel engine you may have to run it at a higher sp...

Page 149: ...le being towed To properly tow the vehicle it should be placed on a platform trailer with all four wheels off the ground In rare cases when it s unavoidable that the vehicle is to be towed with all four wheels on the ground the propeller shaft to axle yoke orientation should be marked and the propeller shaft removed following the applicable service manual removal installation procedure Dust or dir...

Page 150: ...ctual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out CAUTION In the case of a sudden stop or collision thi...

Page 151: ...s tools packages or anything else they go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash D Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle Try to spread the weight evenly D Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle...

Page 152: ... a trailer with your vehicle Additional rear axle maintenance is required for a vehicle used to tow a trailer See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section If yours was built with trailering options as many are it s ready for heavier tra...

Page 153: ...r hilly conditions If you have a manual transmission and you are towing a trailer it s better not to use FIFTH 5 gear Just drive in FOURTH 4 gear or as you need to a lower gear Three important considerations have to do with weight D the weight of the trailer D the weight of the trailer tongue D and the weight on your vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It depend...

Page 154: ...our Warranty and Owner Assistance Information Booklet In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW includes the curb weight...

Page 155: ... important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safe...

Page 156: ...s keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself Before you start check the trailer hitch and platform and attachments safety chains electrical connector lamps tires and mirror adjustment If the trailer has electric brakes start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to b...

Page 157: ...t panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change Properly hooked up the trailer lamps will also flash telling other drivers you re about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the arrows on your instrument panel 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 t...

Page 158: ...nutes before turning the engine off If you do get the overheat warning see Engine Overheating in the Index Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill here s how to do i...

Page 159: ...tion are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engine oil axle lubricant belts cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight Power Winches If you wish to use a power ...

Page 160: ...vehicle before using the PTO To engage a PTO on a vehicle with a manual transmission 1 Hold the clutch pedal down 2 Set the parking brake 3 Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL N 4 Engage the PTO Refer to the manufacturer s or installer s instructions on electrically engaged PTOs 5 For mobile operations shift the transmission into the gear you want apply the regular brakes and release the parking b...

Page 161: ...rpm or 2 PTO Fast Idle Resume Speed of 1700 rpm Please note that the standby speed 800 850 rpm is not to be used as a PTO control speed Vehicles not equipped with cruise control will not have the resume speed capability NOTICE Using a PTO for more than four hours without driving your vehicle can damage the transmission If using a PTO for more than four hours without driving your vehicle drive your...

Page 162: ...rol Variable Mode PTO speed control mode can be used for both stationary and mobile applications This mode allows PTO to be controlled in a fashion similar to how cruise control sets vehicle speed The operator can set to an rpm between 800 and 2200 with the cruise control feature or with the SET position on the PTO switch The operator is then able to increase rpm in increments of 100 or tap with t...

Page 163: ... on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 8 Engine Overheating Gasoline Engine 5 11 Cooling System Gasoline Engine 5 19 Engine Fan Noise 5 19 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 20 Changing a Flat Tire 5 21 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Page 164: ...the way down to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flashers press the button until the first click and release When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can use them to w...

Page 165: ...ectricity to burn you If you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelcoR battery in your vehicle has a built in hydrometer Do not charge test or jump start the battery if the hydrometer looks clear or light yellow Replace the battery when th...

Page 166: ... procedure Put an automatic transmission in PARK P or a manual transmission in NEUTRAL 4 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or accessory power outlets Turn off all lamps that aren t needed as well as radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries In addition it could save your radio NOTICE If you leave your radio on ...

Page 167: ... it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 6 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive and negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part Don t co...

Page 168: ... Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery 9 Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part of the vehicle with the dead battery ...

Page 169: ...od there but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for awhile 11 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service Jumper Cable Removal A Heavy Unpainted Metal Engine Part B Good Battery C Dead Battery ...

Page 170: ...r vehicle s instrument panel See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage in the Index If your vehicle has a diesel engine see Engine Overheating in the Diesel Engine Supplement Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode Should an overheated engine condition exist and the REDUCED ENGINE POWER light is displayed an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine da...

Page 171: ...t before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damag...

Page 172: ...TRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE B for automatic transmissions FIFTH 5 gear for manual transmissions If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s still...

Page 173: ...ine Cooling Fan s CAUTION If your vehicle has air conditioning the auxiliary electric engine cooling fan under 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 recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down ...

Page 174: ...r hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine P...

Page 175: ... needs service Turn off the engine How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank Gasoline Engines If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at or above the COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR engine coolant at the coolant recovery tank See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system ...

Page 176: ... engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at or above the COLD mark start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there s one more thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool...

Page 177: ...hey are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap ...

Page 178: ...cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap ...

Page 179: ...re up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the COLD mark 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off ...

Page 180: ...radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pressure cap At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this ...

Page 181: ...nusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and g...

Page 182: ...was quite low on air the tire can have a sudden air out This could cause you to lose control of the vehicle and have a serious crash Don t refill a flat or very low tire with air without first having the tire taken off the wheel and checked for damage So if you re stopped somewhere by a flat or damaged tire or wheel you should get expert help See Roadside Assistance in the Index CAUTION Your vehic...

Page 183: ... If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth you can destroy your transmission For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear or wit...

Page 184: ... Noise Control System 6 11 Engine Oil Gasoline Engine 6 15 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Gasoline Engines 6 17 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 20 Manual Transmission Fluid 6 21 Hydraulic Clutch 6 22 Rear Axle 6 23 Engine Coolant 6 27 Radiator Pressure Cap Gasoline Engine 6 27 Power Steering Fluid 6 28 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 29 Brakes 6 33 Battery 6 33 Bulb Replacement 6 40 Windshield Wiper Blade Rep...

Page 185: ...an To order the proper service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record in the Index CAUTION You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it D Be sure you have sufficie...

Page 186: ...AAMA and endorsed by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection Gasolines meeting the AAMA specification could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to other gasolines In Canada look for the Auto Makers Choice label on the fuel pump Canada Only Be sure the posted octane is at least 87 If the oct...

Page 187: ...ions may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask your service station operator whether or not the fuel contains MMT General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines If fuels containing MMT are used spark plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your ins...

Page 188: ...bility ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving Filling Your Tank Gasoline Engine CAUTION Gasoline vapor is highly flammable It burns violently and that can cause very bad injuries Don t smoke if you re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline If your vehicle has a diesel eng...

Page 189: ... as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index NOTI...

Page 190: ...ontact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete D Don t smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION If your vehicle has air conditioning the auxiliary engine fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood...

Page 191: ...ide of the instrument panel Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release located just to the passenger s side of the center of the grill Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all filler caps are on properly Pull down the hood and close it firmly ...

Page 192: ...ne Air Cleaner Filter D Coolant Recovery Tank E Radiator Pressure Cap F Engine Oil Dipstick G Automatic Transmission Dipstick If Equipped H Engine Oil Fill I Engine Cooling Fan J Power Steering Fluid Reservoir K Brake Fluid Reservoir L Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir M Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir N Underhood Fuse Relay Center ...

Page 193: ...air or replacement of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or 2 The use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering are the acts listed below Ins...

Page 194: ...e Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip down and check the level When to Add Engine Oil If the oi...

Page 195: ...n when you re through What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the starburst symbol on the front of the oil co...

Page 196: ...il with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty GM GoodwrenchR oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle If you are in an area where the temperature falls below 20_F 29_C consider using either an SAE 5W 30 synthetic oil or an SAE 0W 30 oil Both will provide eas...

Page 197: ...the long trip highway maintenance schedule Change the oil and filter every 7 500 miles 12 500 km or 12 months whichever occurs first Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower What to Do with Used Oil Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let...

Page 198: ... you know when the engine air cleaner filter is dirty and needs to be serviced The indicator is located in the air intake tube between the engine air cleaner filter and the engine See Owner Checks and Services in the Index to determine when to check the indicator If the area inside the clear section of the indicator is green no engine air cleaner filter service is required When the area inside the...

Page 199: ... filter housing 4 Install the new filter by pushing it all the way to the stop on the duct 5 Install the duct and the filter into the engine air cleaner filter housing Make sure that the duct fits properly into the housing 6 Install the cover and fasten the two retaining clips 7 After the engine air cleaner filter is properly serviced the indicator should be reset Push the button on top of the ind...

Page 200: ... damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you re driving Automatic Transmission Fluid If your vehicle has a diesel engine see Automatic Transmission Fluid in the Diesel Supplement When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km See Scheduled Mainte...

Page 201: ...in THIRD 3 until the engine temperature gage moves and then remains steady for 10 minutes A cold fluid check can be made after the vehicle has been sitting for eight hours or more with the engine off but this is used only as a reference Let the engine run at idle for five minutes if outside temperatures are 50_F 10_C or more If it s colder than 50_F 10_C you may have to idle the engine longer Shou...

Page 202: ...ut the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the COLD area below the cross hatched area for a cold check or in the HOT area or cross hatched area for a hot check 4 If the fluid level is in the acceptable range push th...

Page 203: ...nty D After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check D When the correct fluid level 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 time to have it checked is when the engine oil is changed However the fluid in your manual transmission doesn t require changing How to...

Page 204: ... to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index 1 Remove the filler plug 2 Add fluid at the filler plug hole Add only enough fluid to bring the fluid level up to the bottom of the filler plug hole 3 Install the filler plug Be sure the plug is fully seated Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle is self adj...

Page 205: ... cap Also see Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Rear Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index Additional rear axle scheduled maintenance is required when the vehicle is driven under the following conditions D Ex...

Page 206: ...ant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOLR engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOLR extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If yo...

Page 207: ...chever occurs first Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX COOLR is not covered by your new vehicle warranty What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean drinkable water and one half DEX COOLR coolant which won t damage aluminum parts If you use this coolant mixture you don t need to add anything else CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or...

Page 208: ...ur times a year have your dealer check your cooling system NOTICE If you use the proper coolant you don t have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system These can be harmful Checking Coolant If your vehicle has a diesel engine see Checking Coolant in the Diesel Engine Supplement The coolant recovery tank is located on the passenger s side at the rear corner of the engi...

Page 209: ...d scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank but be careful not to spill it CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol a...

Page 210: ...om overheating Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir cap is located at the front of the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you su...

Page 211: ...nd of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing...

Page 212: ...ers full when it s very cold This allows for expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely full D Don t use engine coolant antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for the location of the reservoi...

Page 213: ... too much brake fluid it can spill on the engine The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough You or others could be burned and your vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system See Checking Brake Fluid in this section Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to check your brake fluid See Periodic Maintenance Inspections in the Index C...

Page 214: ...not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid NOTICE D Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they ll have to be replaced Don t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid D If you spill b...

Page 215: ... See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Adjustment Every time you make a brake stop your disc brakes adjust for wear Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have ...

Page 216: ...help keep your battery from running down 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 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Bulb Replacement For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this sec...

Page 217: ... Remove the four screws from the headlamp retainer 2 Pull the headlamp out and remove the retainer 3 Unplug and remove the headlamp 4 Plug in the new headlamp and put it in place 5 Install the retainer to the headlamp and tighten the screws ...

Page 218: ... lens assembly 3 Unplug the electrical connector 4 Turn the bulb counterclockwise and remove it 5 Put the new bulb into the assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight 6 Plug in the electrical connector 7 Put the headlamp lens assembly back into the vehicle Install and tighten the two hex head pins ...

Page 219: ... side of the lamp socket while turning the socket counterclockwise 4 Pull the socket out of the lamp assembly 5 Push in gently on the bulb turn it counterclockwise and remove it from the socket 6 Put the new bulb into the socket gently press in on the bulb and turn it clockwise until it is tight 7 Put the socket back into the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks 8 Put the parking tur...

Page 220: ...kwise 3 Pull the socket out of the lamp assembly 4 Push in gently on the bulb turn it counterclockwise and remove it from the socket 5 Put the new bulb into the socket gently press in on the bulb and turn it clockwise until it is tight 6 Put the socket back into the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks 7 Put the parking turn signal lamp assembly back into the vehicle and tighten the ...

Page 221: ... opening and turn the sidemarker bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it 3 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket 4 Put a new bulb into the socket and push it in until it is tight 5 Put the socket back into the sidemarker assembly and turn it clockwise to tighten it 6 Reinstall the parking turn signal lamp assembly and tighten the screws ...

Page 222: ...en the screws Taillamps 1 Using your hands peel the rubber seal away from the lens 2 Lift the lens off the lamp assembly 3 Slide the socket out of the lamp assembly 4 Push in gently on the bulb turn it counterclockwise and remove it from the socket 5 Put in a new bulb and pushing in gently turn it clockwise until it is tight 6 Put the socket back in the lamp assembly and reinstall the lens and len...

Page 223: ...oved in different ways For proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index Here s how to remove the Shephard s Hook type To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly do the following 1 Lift the wiper arm and turn the blade until it is facing away from the windshield 2 Push the release lever and slide the wiper assembly toward the driver s side of the vehicle 3 Instal...

Page 224: ... serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold D Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a su...

Page 225: ...t the following D Too much flexing D Too much heat D Tire overloading D Bad wear D Bad handling D Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following D Unusual wear D Bad handling D Rough ride D Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage...

Page 226: ...l Replacement later in this section for more information Also see Dual Tire Operation later in this section The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals If the tread design for your front tires is the same as your dual rear tires ...

Page 227: ...ear inflation pressures as shown on the Certification Tire label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel atta...

Page 228: ...cle is new or whenever a wheel wheel bolt or wheel nut is replaced check the wheel nut torque after 100 1 000 and 6 000 miles 160 1 600 and 10 000 km of driving For proper torque see Wheel Nut Torque in the Index The outer tire on a dual wheel setup generally wears faster than the inner tire Your tires will wear more evenly and last longer if you rotate the tires periodically If you re going to be...

Page 229: ...oose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Tighten with a torque wrench to the proper torque When the vehicle is new or whenever a wheel wheel bolt or wheel nut is replaced on a dual wheel setup check the wheel nut torque after 100 1 000 and 6 000 miles 60 1 600 10 000 k...

Page 230: ...ou can use a cloth or paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the wheel nuts might come loose and the wheel could fall off causing a serious accident NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake rep...

Page 231: ...for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and yo...

Page 232: ...place it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new GM ori...

Page 233: ...a dual wheel setup check the wheel nut torque after 100 1 000 and 6 000 miles 160 1 600 and 10 000 km of driving For proper torque see Wheel Nut Torque in the Index See Tightening the Wheel Nuts in the Index for more information Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous You can t know how it s been used or how far it s been driven It could fail suddenly and ...

Page 234: ...s If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow down until it stops Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle Appearance Care Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle Some are dangerous if you b...

Page 235: ...ead the instructions on the cleaner label D Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set D Carefully scrape off any excess stain D Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn D If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner on Fabric 1 Vacuum a...

Page 236: ...irst clean with cool water and allow to dry completely 3 If a stain remains follow instructions for Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth D Rub with a clean damp cloth to remove dirt You may have to do it more than once D Things like tar asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don t get them off quickly Use a clean cloth and a vinyl leather cleaner See yo...

Page 237: ...the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon AmiR Powder non scratching glass cleaning powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshield is clean if beads do not form when...

Page 238: ...y could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxing or...

Page 239: ...hat is usually needed However you may use chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim if necessary Use special care with aluminum trim To avoid damaging protective trim never use auto or chrome polish steam or caustic soap to clean aluminum A coating of wax rubbed to high polish is recommended for all bright metal parts Cleaning Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner N...

Page 240: ... the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your v...

Page 241: ... plastic rubber and vinyl 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels and floor mats 1052929 16 oz 0 473 L Wheel Cleaner Spray on and rinse with water 1052930 8 oz 0 237 L Capture Dry Spot Remover Attracts absorbs and removes soils on fabric 12345721 2 5 sq ft Synthetic Chamois Shines vehicle without scratching 12345725 12 oz 0 354 L Silicone...

Page 242: ...ecifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on the inside of the glove box It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is D your VIN D the model designation D paint information and D a list of all production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle Electrical System Add On Electrical E...

Page 243: ...t load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or goes away Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the ...

Page 244: ...emove fuses if you don t have a fuse extractor hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out You may have spare fuses located behind the fuse block access door These can be used to replace a bad fuse However make sure it is of the correct amperage Fuse Circuit Breaker Usage 1 Stop TCC Switch Buzzer CHMSL Hazard Lamps Stoplamps 2 Not Used 3 Courtesy Lamps Cargo ...

Page 245: ...ot Used 11 Wiper Motor Washer Pump 12 A C A C Blower High Blower Relay 13 Power Amp Cigarette Lighter Door Lock Relay Fuse Circuit Breaker Usage 14 Cluster Comfort Controls Instrument Switches Radio Illumination Chime Module 15 DRL Relay 16 Front and Rear Turn Signals Back Up Lamps 17 Radio Ignition 18 4WAL VCM ABS Cruise Control 19 Radio Battery 20 PRNDL Automatic Transmission Speedometer Check G...

Page 246: ...ation Move the retainer clips for the cover to access the fuse block You can remove fuses with a fuse extractor which is mounted to the interior fuse block To remove fuses if you don t have a fuse extractor hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out Name Usage Starter Relay Starter A C Relay Air Conditioning Fuel Pump Relay Fuel Pump Brake Lamp Relay Brake L...

Page 247: ...Blank Not Used A C Air Conditioning PTO PTO Relay Name Usage ENG 1 Ignition Switch EGR Canister Purge EVRV Idle Coast Solenoid MAF Heated O2 Fuel Heater Diesel Engine Water Sensor Diesel Engine Boost Solenoid Diesel Engine EPR Diesel Engine HTD ST RR Not Used Blank Not Used Diode Not Used LIGHTING Headlamp and Panel Dimmer Switch Fog and Courtesy Fuses BATT Battery Fuse Block Busbar IGN A Ignition...

Page 248: ...ker Lamp 2 194 Front Parking and Turn Lamp 4 2357NA Rear Parking Lamp 2 3057 Rear Stop and Turn Lamp 2 3057 Back up Lamp 2 3156 Roof Marker Lamp 5 194 Interior Lamps Quantity Number Dome Lamps 2 211 2 Reading Lamps 2 211 2 Door Courtesy Lamps 2 194 Instrument Panel Compartment Lamp 1 194 For service information on other bulbs contact your dealer s service department ...

Page 249: ...ure See the Certification Tire label on the rear edge of the driver s door or the incomplete vehicle document in the cab Cooling System Capacity After refill the level must be rechecked See Cooling System in the Index Engine VIN Quantity VORTEC 8100 G 28 5 quarts 27 0 L Crankcase Capacity After refill the level must be rechecked Add enough engine oil so that the fluid is within the proper operatin...

Page 250: ...f you have any questions please contact your GM truck dealer These specifications are for information only If you have any questions see the service manual for the chassis or refer to the body manufacturer s publications VIN Code G Oil Filter PF454 Air Cleaner Filter A1300C Spark Plugs TJ14R P15 Fuel Filter GF626 Wiper Blades 22154886 Wiper Blade Type Trico Wiper Blade Length 18 inches 45 0 cm ACD...

Page 251: ...y dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 9 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 7 31 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7 45 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 50 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 52 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 55 Part E Maintenance Record ...

Page 252: ...nt Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition please maintain your vehicle properly Maintenance Requirements Maintenance intervals checks inspections and recommended fluids and lubrican...

Page 253: ...do the work If you want to get the service information see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your dealer s service department or another qualified service ...

Page 254: ...lls you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be replaced and all necessary rep...

Page 255: ...ow this schedule if you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or 3 months whichever occurs first Rear Axle Fluid Check Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 ...

Page 256: ...l System Inspection Diesel Engine Only Crankcase Depression Regulator Valve CDRV System Check Short Trip City Intervals Every 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Gasoline Engine Only Spark Plug Wire Inspection Gasoline Engine Only Spark Plug Replacement Gasoline Engine Only Automatic Transmission Service normal conditions Gasoline Engine Only Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV Valve Inspection Every 150 000 ...

Page 257: ...slower Long Trip Highway Intervals Every 7 500 Miles 12 500 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or every 12 months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or every 12 months whichever occurs first Rear Axle Fluid Check Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Shields and Underhood Insulation Inspection Diesel Engine Only Thermostatically Controlled Engine Cooling Fan Check or every 12 months whic...

Page 258: ...tor Valve CDRV System Check Long Trip Highway Intervals Every 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Gasoline Engine Only Spark Plug Wire Inspection Gasoline Engine Only Spark Plug Replacement Gasoline Engine Only Automatic Transmission Service normal conditions Gasoline Engine Only Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV Valve Inspection Every 150 000 Miles 240 000 km Cooling System Service or every 60 months which...

Page 259: ...intenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension kingpin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline cen...

Page 260: ... j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear axle fluid level and add fluid as needed j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 9 000 Miles 15 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubrica...

Page 261: ...ootnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear axle fluid level and add fluid as needed j Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Inspect shields and underhood insul...

Page 262: ...Diesel Engine Only If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan inspect all hoses and ducts for proper hook up or every 12 months whichever occurs first Be sure the valve works properly This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States 18 000 Miles 30 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emiss...

Page 263: ...hange engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear axle fluid level and add fluid as needed j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Diesel Engine Only Replace fuel f...

Page 264: ...3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Change axle fluid if the vehicle is driven in extreme overload trailer towing and or high speed above 40 mph or 70 km h conditions for extended periods of time j Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Servic...

Page 265: ...ts as necessary This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States j Diesel Engine Only If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan inspect all hoses and ducts for proper hook up or every 12 months whichever occurs first Be sure the valve works properly This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the Unit...

Page 266: ...ection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Check rear axle fluid level and add fluid as needed 39 000 Miles 65 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear axle fluid level and add...

Page 267: ...ootnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear axle fluid level and add fluid as needed j Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Inspect shields and underhood insul...

Page 268: ...ally controlled cooling fan inspect all hoses and ducts for proper hook up or every 12 months whichever occurs first Be sure the valve works properly This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States 48 000 Miles 80 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components o...

Page 269: ...rst See footnote j Check rear axle fluid level and add fluid as needed 54 000 Miles 90 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear axle fluid level and add fluid as needed j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for pr...

Page 270: ...ate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Change axle fluid if the vehicle is driven in extreme overload trailer towing and or high speed above 40 mph or 70 km h conditions for extended periods of time j Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Inspect shield...

Page 271: ... the purge valve works properly if equipped Replace as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Diesel Engine Only Check the air intake system installation to assure that gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections fasteners and other components ar...

Page 272: ...ervice Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States j Diesel Engine Only Check the crankcase depression regulator valve system for any worn plugged or collapsed hoses See service manual An Emission Control Service 63 000 Miles 105 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whic...

Page 273: ...l and add fluid as needed j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 69 000 Miles 115 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear axle fluid level and ad...

Page 274: ...r cap if driving in dusty conditions An Emission Control Service 75 000 Miles 125 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Check rear axle fluid level and...

Page 275: ...y If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan inspect all hoses and ducts for proper hook up or every 12 months whichever occurs first Be sure the valve works properly This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States 78 000 Miles 130 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Serv...

Page 276: ...ce j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear axle fluid level and add fluid as needed j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 87 000 Miles 145 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lub...

Page 277: ...high speed above 40 mph or 70 km h conditions for extended periods of time j Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect shields and underhood insulati...

Page 278: ... Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States j Diesel Engine Only If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan inspect all hoses and ducts for proper hook up or every 12 months whichever occurs first Be sure the valve works properly This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States 93 000 Miles 155 000 km j Change engin...

Page 279: ...spection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Diesel Engine Only Replace fuel filler cap if driving in dusty conditions An Emission Control Service 99 000 Miles 165 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs fir...

Page 280: ...esn t require change j Gasoline Engine Only Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve An Emission Control Service 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test cooling system and pressure ca...

Page 281: ...maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension kingpin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline c...

Page 282: ...0 Miles 25 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear axle fluid level and add fluid as needed j Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness Adjust or replace as required This is a Noise Emission Control Service App...

Page 283: ...Only If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan inspect hoses and ducts for proper hook up or every 12 months whichever occurs first Be sure the valve works properly This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States 22 500 Miles 37 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Servi...

Page 284: ...ove 40 mph or 70 km h conditions for extended periods of time j Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage...

Page 285: ...Only If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan inspect hoses and ducts for proper hook up or every 12 months whichever occurs first Be sure the valve works properly This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States 37 500 Miles 62 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Servi...

Page 286: ...itional information See footnote j Diesel Engine Only Check the air intake system installation to assure that gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections fasteners and other components are tight Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing is properly seated and the cover fits tightly Tighten connections and fasteners or replace damaged parts as necessary This is a Noise Emissi...

Page 287: ...nd filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear axle fluid level and add fluid as needed j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote ACTUAL SERVICED BY MILEAGE DATE ACTUAL SERVICED BY ...

Page 288: ...for extended periods of time j Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Inspect shields an...

Page 289: ...ons fasteners and other components are tight Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing is properly seated and the cover fits tightly 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 j Diesel Engine Only If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan inspect h...

Page 290: ...00 Miles 125 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear axle fluid level and add fluid as needed j Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness Adjust or replace as required This is a Noise Emission Control Service A...

Page 291: ...nly If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan inspect hoses and ducts for proper hook up or every 12 months whichever occurs first Be sure the valve works properly This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States 82 500 Miles 137 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Servi...

Page 292: ...ove 40 mph or 70 km h conditions for extended periods of time j Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness Adjust or replace as required This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the Unit...

Page 293: ...nly If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan inspect hoses and ducts for proper hook up or every 12 months whichever occurs first Be sure the valve works properly This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States 97 500 Miles 162 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Servi...

Page 294: ...sn t require change j Gasoline Engine Only Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve An Emission Control Service 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure...

Page 295: ...ese underhood checks at each fuel fill Engine Oil Level Check 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 Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOLR coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid ...

Page 296: ... Air Cleaner Filter Restriction Indicator Check Your vehicle has an indicator located on the air cleaner in the engine compartment that lets you know when the air cleaner filter is dirty and needs to be changed Check indicator at least twice a year or when your engine oil is changed whichever occurs first See Air Cleaner in the Index for more information Inspect your air cleaner filter restriction...

Page 297: ...rrosive environment Starter Switch Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps below 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake See Parking Brake in the Index if necessary NOTE Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready to...

Page 298: ...ins to move 3 With the engine off turn the key to the RUN position but don t start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P your vehicle needs service Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position D...

Page 299: ...ng your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only D To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake follo...

Page 300: ...ion Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fum...

Page 301: ...elerator and cruise control cables Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Inspect other brake parts including calipers parking brake etc Check parking brake adjustment You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving h...

Page 302: ...gine Oil in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Engine Oil Diesel Engine Engine oil with the letters CH 4 or CG 4 is best for your vehicle The CH 4 or CG 4 designation may appear either alone or in combination with other API designations such as API CH 4 SJ CG 4 SH or CH 4 CG 4 SJ These letters show American Petroleum Institute API levels of quality To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicl...

Page 303: ...System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No 1052884 1 pint 1050017 1 quart or equivalent USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Manual Transmission GM Goodwrench Synthetic Manual Transmission Fluid GM Part No 12346190 1 qt or equivalent SAE 75W 85 GL 4 gear oil Automatic Transmission DEXRONR III Automatic Transmission Fluid Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Floor...

Page 304: ...Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl LubriplateR Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hood and Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Body Door Hinge Pins and Folding Seat Hinge Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 123462...

Page 305: ...ovided after the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 306: ...7 56 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 307: ...7 57 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 308: ...7 58 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 309: ...faction Procedure 8 4 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 6 Roadside Assistance 8 7 Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 8 Courtesy Transportation 8 9 Warranty Information 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 8 11 Reporting...

Page 310: ...s Sometimes however despite the best intentions of all concerned misunderstandings can occur If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps should be taken STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management Normally concerns can be quickly resolved at that level If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales service or parts manager contact...

Page 311: ...hicle registration or title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield D Dealership name and location D Vehicle delivery date and present mileage When contacting GMC please remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer s facility That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern STEP THREE Both General Motors and yo...

Page 312: ...s program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones T...

Page 313: ...stance 011 52 53 29 0 800 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle hand controls wheelchair scooter lifts etc This program can also provide you with free resource information such as area driver assessment centers and mobil...

Page 314: ...ill be covered at no charge if you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle Delivery of the replacement key will be covered at no charge within 10 miles 16 km Emergency Towing Service Towing to the nearest GMC dealer for warranty related disablements will be covered Trip Routing Custom made computerized highlighted maps using the most direct or scenic route are provided free of charge Maps inclu...

Page 315: ...adside Assistance at 1 800 GMC 8782 1 800 462 8782 Roadside Assistance prompt to reach a qualified representative who can assist you Text telephone TTY users call 1 888 889 2438 Your Roadside Assistance representative will ask for the following information when your call is received D Vehicle Identification Number VIN D Name and home address D Telephone number and location from which you are calli...

Page 316: ...ted If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait GMC helps minimize your inconvenience ...

Page 317: ...le Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability All Cou...

Page 318: ...annot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE...

Page 319: ... ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 GMC 8782 1 800 462 8782 or write Pontiac GMC Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 ...

Page 320: ...ce information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle OWNER S INFORMATION Owner publications are written directly for Owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Inc...

Page 321: ... the above address for quotation 2001 120 00 2001 50 00 2001 20 00 2001 15 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 6 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax GM GMC ORD99 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery Note to Canadian Customers All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Canadian residents are to m...

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