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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 so that some of them are
above the tops of the seats.

D Don’t leave an unsecured child restraint in

your vehicle.

D When you carry something inside the

vehicle, secure it whenever you can.

D Don’t leave a seat folded down unless you

need to.

There’s also important loading information for off

-

road

driving in this manual. See “Loading Your Vehicle for
Off

-

Road Driving” in the Index.

Payload

The payload capacity is shown on the Certification/Tire
label. This is the maximum load capacity that your
vehicle can carry. Be sure to include the weight of the
occupants as part of your load. If you added any
accessories or equipment after your vehicle left the
factory, remember to subtract the weight of these things
from the payload. Your dealer can help you with this.

Remember not to exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GAWR) of the front or rear axle. See “Loading Your
Vehicle” in the Index.

Summary of Contents for SIERRA DENALI 2002

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Page 2: ...ful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions 5 1 Problems on the Road This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or overheated engine etc 6 1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good 7 1 Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to per...

Page 3: ...t 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 vous procurer un exemplaire de ce guide en fra...

Page 4: ...nd 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 reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others c...

Page 5: ...ent colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle may be equipped with components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols used on your vehicle are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gage or indicator If you ...

Page 6: ...v These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle ...

Page 7: ...tions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 13 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 13 Driver Position 1 21 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 22 Right Front Passenger Position 1 22 Air Bag System 1 32 Center Passenger Position 1 34 Rear Seat Passengers 1 37 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 1 39 Children 1 43 Restraint Systems for Children 1 63 Older Chil...

Page 8: ...ocated on the outboard edge of each front seat Raise or lower the front of the seat by raising or lowering the forward edge of the control Raise or lower the rear of the seat by raising or lowering the rear edge of the control Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the whole control toward the front or toward the rear of the vehicle Moving the whole control up or down raises or lowers the ent...

Page 9: ... when the lower seatback reaches the desired level of support Memory Seat The controls for the memory seat are located on the driver s door trim panel The memory function can recall preset positions for the driver s seat cushion and the recliner The memory function does not store the lumbar or back support positions To set your memory seat do the following 1 Adjust the driver s seat to the desired...

Page 10: ...ton a third time An indicator light will illuminate for each heat setting anytime the heated seats are operating The heated front seats will be canceled after the ignition is turned to OFF If you still want to use the heated front seat feature after you restart your vehicle you will need to press the heated seat button again Reclining Front Seatbacks Your vehicles front seatbacks have a recline fe...

Page 11: ...e this The shoulder belt can t do its job 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 upright Then sit well back in the sea...

Page 12: ...eck injury in a crash The head restraints tilt forward and rearward also To tilt the head restraint forward grasp the top of the restraint and move it forward until you hear a click It will then be locked into that position until you need to move it again Pulling it forward past the last position will allow the restraint to return to the upright position ...

Page 13: ...shion upward until it latches with the seatback 3 Push and pull on the seat to make sure the seat is secure The rear seat can be folded open for more seating space To use the seat do the following 1 Push rearward on the seat cushion while pulling up on the release strap under the seat cushion 2 Pull the seat cushion downward until it latches 3 After pulling the seat cushion down pull up on it to m...

Page 14: ...inside the vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or 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 inju...

Page 15: ...ashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that 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 W...

Page 16: ...1 10 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop ...

Page 17: ...1 11 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel ...

Page 18: ...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 19: ...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 20: ...you more slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of t...

Page 21: ...de 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 shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor ...

Page 22: ...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 23: ...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 24: ...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 25: ... 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 26: ...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 27: ...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 28: ...al air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag But these air bags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal regulations Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system CAUTION You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren t wearing your safety belt even if you have air bags Wearing your sa...

Page 29: ...d or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the p...

Page 30: ... 24 How the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side ...

Page 31: ...rked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers rear impacts or in many side impacts because inflation would not help the occupant In any particular crash no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were Inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and how ...

Page 32: ...The parts of the bag that come into contact with you may be warm but not too hot to touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation doesn t prevent the driver from seeing or from being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an air bag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathi...

Page 33: ...ork on your air bag system Improper service can mean that your air bag system won t work properly See your dealer for service NOTICE If you damage the covering for the driver s or the right front passenger s air bag the bag may not work properly You may have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger s air b...

Page 34: ...use no space is available in the rear seat s of my vehicle or D the child has a medical condition which according to the child s physician makes it necessary for the child to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child s condition Medical Condition A passenger has a medical condition which according to his or her physician D causes the passenger air bag to pose a spe...

Page 35: ...emind you that the air bag is off CAUTION If the air bag readiness light ever comes on when you have turned off the air bag it means that something may be wrong with the air bag system The right front passenger s air bag could inflate even though the switch is off If this ever happens don t let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of a passenger air bag risk group sit in ...

Page 36: ...e information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system To purchase a service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index CAUTION For up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected an air bag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an air bag when it inflates Avoid wires wrapped with yellow tape or...

Page 37: ...the front of the vehicle that could keep the air bags from working properly A Yes If you add things that change your vehicle s frame bumper system front end sheet metal or height they may keep the air bag system from working properly Also the air bag system may not work properly if you relocate any of the air bag sensors If you have any questions about this you should contact Customer Assistance b...

Page 38: ... 32 Center Passenger Position Lap Belt When you sit in a center seating position you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt ...

Page 39: ...osition and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to ...

Page 40: ...e often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly ...

Page 41: ...il it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 ...

Page 42: ...The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash The safety belt also locks if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could...

Page 43: ...oulder belt the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts Here s how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Remove the guide from i...

Page 44: ...1 38 2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The guide must be on top of the belt ...

Page 45: ...rotection 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 and young children ride in ...

Page 46: ...aby doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint ...

Page 47: ...or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide ...

Page 48: ...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 49: ...the 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 chi...

Page 50: ...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 51: ... 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 52: ... in the rear rather than the front seat General Motors therefore recommends that child restraints be secured in the rear seat including an infant riding in a rear facing infant seat a child riding in a forward facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat There is limited space in the rear seating area of an extended cab model If you want to secure a child restraint in a rear seati...

Page 53: ...ecure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap or top tether It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision For it to work a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle Some top strap equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top strap being anchored Others require the top strap alw...

Page 54: ...se an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed If you have an adjustable head restraint route the top strap under it Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Right Front Passenger Position...

Page 55: ...s each seating position has a fabric loop at the top of the seatback that you ll use to route a top strap through When using a child restraint with a top strap in either rear outboard position raise the head restraint and route the top strap through the fabric loop on the seatback Then attach the top strap to the anchor point at the center rear seating position ...

Page 56: ...ger seat where the seatback meets the seat cushion and anchors A in the center rear seat where the seatback meets the seat cushion For front passenger seat position there is a top tether anchor C behind and to the bottom of the seat to secure the top strap For center rear seat positions there is a top tether anchor C near the driver s side rear seat head restraint to secure the top strap To assist...

Page 57: ...der to use the system you need either a forward facing child restraint that has attaching points B at its base and a top tether anchor C or a rear facing child restraint that has attaching points B as shown here ...

Page 58: ...traint won t be able to protect a child sitting there In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint See Child Restraints in the Index for information on how to secure a child restraint in your vehicle using the vehicle s safety belts ...

Page 59: ... top strap anchor See Top Strap in the Index Tighten the top strap according to the child restraint instructions 5 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint simply unhook the top strap from the top tether anchor and then disconnect the anchor points Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position There is limited spac...

Page 60: ...ions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to u...

Page 61: ...g a forward facing child restraint you may find 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 lar...

Page 62: ... to see if there is enough room to secure your seat properly You ll be using the lap belt 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 See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers ...

Page 63: ... to 5 To tighten the belt pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find 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 It will b...

Page 64: ...hildren LATCH in the Index Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag There s a switch on the instrument panel that you can use to turn off the right front passenger s air bag when you want to secure a rear facing child restraint at the right front passenger s position See Air Bag Off Switch in the Index for more on this including important safety information ...

Page 65: ...though a rear seat is a safer place you can secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat CAUTION If the air bag readiness light ever comes on when you have turned off the air bag it means that something may be wrong with the air bag system The right front passenger s air bag could inflate even though the switch is off If this ever happens don t let anyone whom the national gover...

Page 66: ...r Bag Off Switch in the Index If your child restraint is forward facing always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing it in this seat See Seats in the Index 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how If the shoulder be...

Page 67: ... the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure ...

Page 68: ...n who will be sitting there is a member of a passenger air bag risk group See Air Bag Off Switch in the Index CAUTION If the right front passenger s air bag is turned off for a person who isn t in a risk group identified by the national government that person won t have the extra protection of an air bag In a crash the air bag wouldn t be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there D...

Page 69: ...r 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 Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat ...

Page 70: ...elt 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 sitting in a rear seat outside position see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides in the Index If the child is so small that the shoulder be...

Page 71: ...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 72: ...To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates 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 safet...

Page 73: ...s After a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new parts If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash you may need new LATCH system parts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repai...

Page 74: ...tion Positions 2 17 Starting Your Engine 2 18 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 19 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 23 Parking Brake 2 24 Shifting Into PARK P 2 26 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 27 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 27 Engine Exhaust 2 28 Running Your Engine While You re Parked 2 29 Locking Rear Axle 2 29 All Wheel Drive 2 29 QUADRASTEERt 4WS 2 33 Tilt Wheel 2 33 Turn Signal Multifunct...

Page 75: ...icle with the windows closed is dangerous A 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 ...

Page 76: ...witch to raise the window Express Down 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 the rear of the switch marked AUTO briefly 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 lightly tap the switch u...

Page 77: ...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 78: ...ft But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your key inside You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in So be sure you have an extra key If you ever do get locked out of your vehicle call the GM Roadside Assistance Center See Roadside Assistance in the Index If your vehicle is equipped with the OnStar system with an active subscription and you lock your k...

Page 79: ...nto unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it D Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening To lock and unlock your vehicle do one of the follo...

Page 80: ... feet 30 m away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle Your keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must ac...

Page 81: ...river s door The interior lamps will come on Pressing UNLOCK again within three seconds will cause the remaining doors to unlock You can choose different feedback options for each press of the UNLOCK button See Secondary Information Center in the Index for more information LOCK Pressing this button once will lock all of the doors You can choose different feedback options for each press of the LOCK...

Page 82: ...your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works it s probably time to change the battery NOTICE When replacing the battery usecare not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfa...

Page 83: ...u must fully close a rear access door before you can close the front door To open a rear access door from the inside the front door must be opened first Then use the handle located on the inside of the rear access door to open it Tailgate You can open the tailgate by lifting up on its handle while pulling the tailgate toward you To shut the tailgate firmly push it upward until it latches After you...

Page 84: ...le To remove the tailgate do the following 1 Raise the tailgate slightly and release both retaining cable clips To release the retaining cable clips lift the cable so that it points straight out then push the cable clip forward 2 With the tailgate at a slightly upward angle pull back on the tailgate at the right edge and then move the tailgate to the right to release the left edge Reverse the proc...

Page 85: ...ors If the key is in the ignition with any door open and you try to lock your doors with the power door locks the driver s door will not stay locked This will help to keep you from locking your keys in the vehicle Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your valuables out of sight Put them in a storage area or take them with you Parking Lots...

Page 86: ... 3 Close all of the doors The SECURITY message should go off after approximately 15 seconds The alarm is not armed until the SECURITY message goes off Once the system is armed if a door is opened without the key or the remote keyless entry transmitter the alarm will go off Depending on how you have programmed the alarm in the secondary information center the horn may sound the headlamps may flash ...

Page 87: ... placing the key in the ignition and turning it to START Testing the Alarm The alarm can be tested by following these steps 1 From inside the vehicle lower the driver s window and open the driver s door 2 Activate the system by locking the doors with the power door lock switch while the door is open or with the remote keyless entry transmitter 3 Get out of the vehicle close the door and wait for t...

Page 88: ...rotected by Passlock at this time You may also want to check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index See your dealer for service In an emergency call the GMC Roadside Assistance Center See Roadside Assistance in the Index 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 your spe...

Page 89: ... key or the ignition switch If none of this works then your vehicle needs service LOCK B This position locks your ignition and transmission It s a theft deterrent feature You will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK OFF C This position lets you turn off the engine UseOFFifyoumusthaveyourvehicleinmotionwhilethe engine is off for example if your vehicle is being pushe...

Page 90: ... START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm NOTICE Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 If it doesn t start with...

Page 91: ...gasoline from the engine NOTICE Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform properly Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped In very cold weather 0_F 18_C or colder the engine coolant heater c...

Page 92: ... of oil you have and some other things Instead of trying to list everything here we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you ll be parking your vehicle The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area Automatic Transmission Operation Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission that features an electronic shift position indicator located within the instrume...

Page 93: ...vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index REVERSE R Use this gear to back up NOTICE Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transmission Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle i...

Page 94: ...tor all the way down You ll shift down to the next gear and have more power DRIVE D can be used when towing a trailer carrying a heavy load driving on steep hills or for off road driving You may want to shift the transmission 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 ...

Page 95: ...ransmission 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 On cold days approximately 32_F 0_C or colder your transmission is designed to shift differently until the engine reaches normal operating temperature This is inte...

Page 96: ...old the regular brake pedal down Pull the bottom edge of the lever located above the parking brake pedal marked BRAKE RELEASE to release the parking brake If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released the brake system warning light will go off NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other part...

Page 97: ... 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 like this D Pull the shift lever toward you ...

Page 98: ...he 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 shift lever int...

Page 99: ...o 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 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 cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure...

Page 100: ...sciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if D Your exhaust system sounds strange or different D Your vehicle gets rusty underneath D Your vehicle was damaged in a collision D Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris D Repairs weren t done correctly D Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is...

Page 101: ... garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Blizzard in the Index CAUTION It can be 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 your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you ve left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or other...

Page 102: ...t there is no separate lever or switch to engage or disengage the front axle It is fully automatic and adjusts itself as needed for road conditions QUADRASTEERt 4WS The QUADRASTEER System has a control and diagnostic module that monitors and records current system status and operational information If your vehicle is equipped with the 4WS system it has the ability to steer the vehicle with all fou...

Page 103: ... 4WS In this mode all four wheels will help steer the vehicle If you want to use 4WS and your vehicle is not in this mode press the 4 Wheel Steer button until the 4WS indicator located to the right of the 4 Wheel Steer button lights up If the 4WS indicator is flashing you will have to center the steering wheel by turning it to the left or right Slower Speed Mode below 40 mph 64 kph At slower speed...

Page 104: ...low the path of the tow vehicle more closely especially during lane changes In this mode the system operates much like the 4WS mode but is enhanced for trailer towing It is recommended for all types and weights of trailers To engage the 4WS TOW mode press the 4 Wheel Steer button until the 4WS and TOW indicators light up on the instrument panel If the TOW indicator is flashing you will have to cen...

Page 105: ... washes may be too narrow for your vehicle Conveyor systems on some automatic car washes may damage your vehicle Only use conveyor system car washes with 13 inch 33 cm wide conveyor rails and or stationary washes with at least 82 inches 208 cm between the rails Before using the car wash check with the manager ...

Page 106: ...teering column To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Then move the steering wheel to a comfortable position and release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following D Turn and Lane Change Signals D Headlamp High Low Beam Changer D Flash to Pass Feature D Windshield Wipers D Winds...

Page 107: ...ll the way up or down and the arrow flashes at twice the normal rate a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers may not see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs or a blown fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index Turn Signal On Chime If your turn signal is left...

Page 108: ...ST longer You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes This can be very useful in light rain or snow Turn the band to choose the delay time The closer to LO the shorter the delay For steady wiping at low speed turn the band away from you to the LO position For high speed wiping turn the band further to HI To stop the wipers move the band to OFF Be sure to clear ice and snow ...

Page 109: ...rous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Don t use cruise control on slippery roads Setting Cruise 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 c...

Page 110: ...peed D Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed Press the SET button at 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 ...

Page 111: ...g 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 D Move the cruise control switch to OFF Erasing Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition your cruise control set speed memory is erased...

Page 112: ... signal multifunction lever Automatic Headlamp System When it is dark enough outside your automatic headlamp system will turn on your headlamps at the normal brightness along with other lamps such as the taillamps sidemarker parking lamps and the instrument panel lights The radio lights will also be dim Your vehicle is equipped with a headlamp off delay which will keep the headlamps on for a short...

Page 113: ...r A reminder chime will sound when your headlamps or parking lamps are manually turned on and your ignition is in OFF LOCK or ACCESSORY To disable the chime turn the thumbwheel all the way down In the automatic mode the headlamps turn off once the ignition key is in OFF Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL...

Page 114: ...llowing these steps When the system is turned off the headlamps will not automatically come on when it becomes dark outside 1 Turn the ignition to RUN 2 Press the DOME OVERRIDE button four times within six seconds After the fourth press of the button a chime will sound informing you the system is off The system will revert back to the automatic mode when the DOME OVERRIDE button is again pushed fo...

Page 115: ...button again to turn them off An indicator light will glow in the button when the fog lamps are on Remember fog lamps alone will not give off as much light as your headlamps Never use the fog lamps in the dark without turning on the headlamps The fog lamps will go off whenever the high beam headlamps come on When the high beams go off the fog lamps will come on again The fog lamps will be cancelle...

Page 116: ...the interior lamps will come on when you remove the key from the ignition The lamps will not come on if the DOME OVERRIDE button is pressed in Illuminated Entry Your vehicle is equipped with an illuminated entry feature When a door is opened the dome lamps and puddle lamps will come on if the DOME OVERRIDE button is in the out position If the DOME OVERRIDE button is pressed in the lamps will not c...

Page 117: ... With the button in this position the dome lamps will remain off when the doors are open To return the lamps to automatic operation press the button again and return the button to the out position With the button in this position the dome lamps will come on when you open a door Cargo Lamp Press the button to turn the cargo lamp on Press the button again to turn it off A message in the instrument p...

Page 118: ...me time Temperature and Compass Display Press the on off button located to the far left briefly to turn the comp temp display on or off If the display reads CAL you will need to calibrate the compass For more information on calibration see below To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius do the following 1 Press and hold the on off button for four seconds until either a flashing _F or _C appears 2 P...

Page 119: ... light turns off Compass Variance The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside of zone eight Under certain circumstances as during a long distance cross country trip it will be necessary to adjust for compass variance Compass variance is the difference between earth s magnetic north and tr...

Page 120: ... similar magnetic item D The compass does not display the correct heading and the compass zone variance is set correctly In order to calibrate CAL must be displayed in the mirror compass windows If CAL is not displayed push the on off button for approximately 12 seconds or until CAL is displayed The compass can be calibrated in one of two ways D Drive the vehicle in circles at 5 mph 8 km h or less...

Page 121: ...s seat CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Heated Outside Rearview Mirrors The outside rearview mirrors have a defrost mode To turn on the defrost feature press the rear window def...

Page 122: ...ove Box To open your glove box pull the lever upward and pull the door downward Center Console Storage Area Your vehicle has a console compartment between the bucket seats To open it insert and turn the console key in the lock and unlock the console Press the button on the side and swing the console lid open ...

Page 123: ...se the door by pushing it all the way down until it locks back into place To access the rear cupholders pull down on the door located on the back of the console Tonneau Cover 1 To remove unsnap the cover Roll it up and stow it using the buckle and the strap located at the front of the box A Back rail B Side rail C Rear bow D Center bow E Front bow F Front rail 2 Remove the tonneau cover from the n...

Page 124: ... labeled front center rear to remind you of the order in which to reinstall them 4 To add cargo to the box remove all bows and the back rail and stow them safely To clean the tonneau cover use mild soap and water If necessary use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt trapped in the grain of the material ...

Page 125: ... your ashtrays To use the cigarette lighter push it in all the way and let go When it s ready it will pop back out by itself NOTICE Holding a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it s heating can make it overload damaging the lighter and the heating element Just push the lighter all the way in and let go When it s done it will pop back out by itself Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing...

Page 126: ...le Lift up on the doors to access the outlets Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlets and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on accessory power outlets NOTICE Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle can damage it or keep other things from working as they should ...

Page 127: ...pon receiving the call an advisor at the center will locate your vehicle and assess the situation If necessary the advisor will alert the nearest emergency service provider Communication Button Press this button at the end of a call Also press this button to answer a call from the center or cancel a call if one of the other buttons is accidentally pressed This button is also used to access OnStar ...

Page 128: ...tuation If the center is unable to contact you an emergency service provider will be contacted Stolen Vehicle Tracking Call the center at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 to report your vehicle stolen The system can then attempt to locate and track your vehicle and the advisor will assist the proper authorities Roadside Assistance with Location For vehicle breakdowns press the OnStar Services button ...

Page 129: ...ith the OnStar Center may be monitored or recorded OnStar Service is D available in the 48 contiguous United States Alaska Hawaii and Canada D available when the vehicle is within the operating range of a cellular provider D subject to limitations caused by atmospheric conditions such as severe weather or topographical conditions such as mountainous terrain D subject to cellular carrier equipment ...

Page 130: ...t does not have the stop and reverse feature This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door you are programming It is recommended that a new battery be installed in your hand held transmitter for quicker and more accurate transmission of the radio frequency Your vehicle s engine should be turned off while pro...

Page 131: ...r Opener with a Rolling Code Feature If Equipped If you have not previously programmed the hand held transmitter to HomeLink see Programming the HomeLink Transmitter listed previously If you have completed this programming already you now need to train the garage door opener motor head unit to recognize HomeLink 1 Find the Learn or Smart button on the garage door opener motor head unit The exact l...

Page 132: ... your hand held transmitter every two seconds until HomeLink is trained Operating the HomeLink Transmitter Press and hold the appropriate button on HomeLink for at least half of a second The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted Erasing Channels To erase all three programmed channels hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash approximat...

Page 133: ...2 60 The Instrument Panel Your Information System ...

Page 134: ...Shift Lever H Tow Haul Selector Switch I Audio System J Comfort Control System K Instrument Panel Fuse Block L Hood Release M Audio Steering Wheel Controls N Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block O Tilt Lever P Parking Brake Release Q Secondary Information Center SIC R Rear Window Defogger Button S Compact Disc Changer T Ashtray U Accessory Power Outlet V Air Bag Off Switch and 4 Wheel Steer Button W...

Page 135: ...luster 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 United States version shown Canada similar ...

Page 136: ...ometer Holding the reset button for two seconds while the trip odometer is displayed will reset it To display the odometer reading with the ignition off press the reset button Engine Hour Meter Display The odometer can also display the number of hours the engine has run To display the hour meter turn the ignition off press and hold the reset button for at least four seconds The hour meter will be ...

Page 137: ...r 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 Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous So pl...

Page 138: ...his means the system is ready If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the air bag system may not be working properly The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash ...

Page 139: ...rtant safety information CAUTION If the right front passenger s air bag is turned off for a person who isn t in a risk group identified by the national government that person won t have the extra protection of an air bag In a crash the air bag wouldn t be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there Don t turn off the passenger s air bag unless the person sitting there is in a risk gr...

Page 140: ...is ever happens don t let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of a passenger air bag risk group sit in the right front passenger s position for example don t secure a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger s seat until you have your vehicle serviced Voltmeter United States Canada When your engine is not running but the ignition is in RUN this gage shows...

Page 141: ...eadings in either warning zone indicate a possible problem in the electrical system Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible Brake System Warning Light With the ignition on the brake system warning light will flash when you set the parking brake The light will flash if the parking brake doesn t release fully If you try to drive with the parking brake engaged a chime will sound when the vehicl...

Page 142: ...ed for service Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds That s normal If the light stays on or comes on when you re driving your vehicle needs service If the regular brake system warning light isn t on you still have brakes but you don t have anti lock brakes If the regular brake syst...

Page 143: ...s it is normal for the temperature to fluctuate and approach the 250_F 122_C mark If the gage reaches the 260_F 125_C mark it indicates that the cooling system is working beyond its capacity See Engine Overheating in the Index Transmission Temperature Gage United States Canada Your vehicle is equipped with a transmission temperature gage When your ignition is on the gage shows the temperature of t...

Page 144: ...perature falls below 260_F 127_C If the transmission continues to operate above 265_F 130_C please contact your nearest dealer or the GM Roadside Assistance Center NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with the transmission temperature gage above the normal operating range you can damage the transmission This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered under your warranty The following ...

Page 145: ... to your vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty NOTICE Modi...

Page 146: ...he amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light stops flashing and remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If ...

Page 147: ... diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Here are some things you need to know in order to he...

Page 148: ...perating range A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure Check your oil as soon as possible See Check Eng Oil Pressure and Engine Oil in the Index CAUTION Don t keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon ...

Page 149: ...is light is displayed when the tow haul mode has been activated For more information see Tow Haul Mode in the Index Fuel Gage United States Canada When the ignition is on the fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left in your tank The gage will first indicate empty before you are out of fuel and you should get more fuel as soon as possible ...

Page 150: ...e facts When you turn the ignition on the entire center lights up for just a few seconds As needed the message center will display one of the following messages The message center is capable of alternating among different messages if needed Battery If this message is displayed when the engine is running you may have a problem with your charging system The battery display will also stay on while th...

Page 151: ...TRANS FLUID HOT message displayed you can damage the transmission This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered under your warranty The following situations can cause the transmission to operate at higher temperatures D Towing a trailer D Hot outside air temperatures D Hauling a large or heavy load D Low transmission fluid level D High transmission fluid level D Restricted air flow to ...

Page 152: ...t and Engine Coolant Temperature Gage in the Index Engine Overheated This message is displayed when the cooling system temperature gets too hot This message will be displayed after the air conditioning system has automatically turned off for the engine coolant protection mode See Engine Overheating in the Index for further information Reduced Engine Power This message is displayed when the cooling...

Page 153: ... Engine Oil in the Index on how to check the oil level and for what type of oil to add Change Engine Oil This message is displayed when the engine oil needs to be changed The message is only displayed for 15 seconds at the start of each ignition cycle When you change the engine oil be sure to reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message See Engine Oil When to Change in the Index Security This message is di...

Page 154: ...of each ignition cycle For more information see Windshield Washer Fluid in the Index Cargo Lamp On This message is displayed when the cargo lamp is turned on and the ignition key is turned to RUN Low Fuel This message is displayed when your vehicle is low on fuel Refer to the fuel gage for a better indication of the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank ...

Page 155: ... section on personalizing your vehicle see Menu listed later in this section Fuel D Each press of the FUEL button will change the display between the fuel remaining range average fuel economy instantaneous fuel economy and a blank display D The average fuel economy can be reset using the RESET button Trip Each press of the TRIP button will change the display between personal trip computer business...

Page 156: ...RESET button will reset the timer to 00 00 00 D If turned on the timer will accumulate whenever the SIC is powered the engine does not have to be running D The timer will rollover after 99 59 59 Vehicle History Last 15 Days D The first press of the arrow button will display the maximum speed and accumulated mileage for the current day D Every press of the arrow button after will display the maximu...

Page 157: ...by waiting approximately 15 seconds without touching any buttons The SIC will then display the day date D Or you can press the MENU key to move on to the next programmable feature The following is a list of the personal settings that can be changed Automatic Door Lock D Enabled Doors automatically lock when vehicle speed is above 15 mph 24 km h for two seconds D Disabled Doors do not lock automati...

Page 158: ...ps stay on after the ignition is turned to OFF when it is dark switch must be in auto headlamp position Perimeter Lamps D Enabled Parking lamps headlamps and puddle lamps turn on for 40 seconds with the UNLOCK button on the keyless entry transmitter This feature only operates when it is dark D Disabled Feature disabled no perimeter lamps will come on Alarm Warning D Horn Horn will sound when alarm...

Page 159: ...value will keep changing until the button is released D While in menu mode the SIC will display the day date if no buttons have been pressed for more than 15 seconds Language and Personalization Reset 1 Press and hold the MENU button After two seconds the display will begin cycling through the languages at one second intervals Release the MENU button when the desired language is displayed 2 The pr...

Page 160: ...ing 3 6 Rear Window Defogger 3 7 Ventilation System 3 8 Audio Systems 3 8 Setting the Clock for Systems with HR and MIN Buttons 3 9 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control 3 13 Rear Seat Audio RSA 3 16 Compact Disc Changer 3 19 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 21 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 22 Understanding Radio Reception 3 22 Tips About Your Audio System 3 23 Care of Your ...

Page 161: ... the 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 Vent This mode directs the air through the instrument panel outlets and the center floor console outlets Bi Level Air is delivered through the instrument panel outlets and center floor console outlets as well as the floor outlets The air fl...

Page 162: ...mpressor may run to assist in dehumidifying the air and limit window fogging Mode Buttons Outside Air This mode should be used for normal system operation and directs the system to use outside air Using outside air will limit stale air odors and help to prevent excessively humid interior air from wet boots or clothing or maximum passenger loads from being redirected onto windows Pressing the outsi...

Page 163: ...e Air Conditioning On hot days open the windows long enough to let hot air inside escape This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best The A C button located below the mode knob allows the air coming into your vehicle to be cooled This setting is useful for normal cooling on hot days When you use air conditioning...

Page 164: ...f you use the engine coolant heater before starting your engine in cold weather 20_F 8_C or lower the heating system will produce warmer air faster to heat the passenger compartment The use of an engine coolant heater also reduces the time it takes for the engine to reach normal operating temperature For more information see Engine Coolant Heater in the Index Defogging and Defrosting On cool humid...

Page 165: ...ger will shut itself off after several minutes If you need additional warming time press the button again You can turn the defogger off at any time by pressing the button The rear window defogger button will also activate the heated outside mirrors Do not attach a temporary vehicle license tape or decals across the defogger grid on the rear window NOTICE Don t use a razor blade or something else s...

Page 166: ...ter the vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning compressor is running unless you have the recirculation button pressed 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 the flow of air The left d...

Page 167: ...r entering the vehicle For information on replacing the filter see Passenger Compartment Air Filter in the Index 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 of its controls to be sure you re getti...

Page 168: ...e up for road and wind noise as you drive Set the volume at the desired level Turn the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the SCV Each notch on the control ring allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Then as you drive SCV automatically increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as y...

Page 169: ...next preset station This feature will only scan the six presets that are in the selected band Press this button again or a pushbutton to stop scanning presets The channel number P1 P6 will appear momentarily just before the frequency is displayed The radio will scan preset stations with a strong signal only The sound will mute while scanning Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let...

Page 170: ... and release the BASS or TREB knobs and turn them until the display goes blank Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL Balance Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob clockwise to adjust sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise to adjust sound to the left speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the kno...

Page 171: ...ection The tape direction arrow will blink while in next mode The sound will mute while searching for the next selection REV 4 Reverse Press this pushbutton to rapidly reverse the tape Press this pushbutton again to stop reversing the tape The radio will play the last selected station while reversing the tape The tape direction arrow will blink while in reverse mode D5 Dolby Press this pushbutton ...

Page 172: ...ter into the cassette slot It will power up the radio and begin playing This override routine will remain active until the EJECT button is pressed Rear Seat Audio RSA This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to and control any of the music sources AM FM cassette tapes and CDs through the Rear Seat Audio RSA controller However the rear seat passengers can only control the music sources th...

Page 173: ...per knob controls the upper headphone and the lower knob controls the lower headphone AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 If the front passengers are already listening to AM FM the RSA controller will not switch between the bands and cannot change the frequency Press AM FM to return to listening to the radio when a cassette tape or CD is playing The inactive tape or CD will re...

Page 174: ...Press either SEEK arrow again to stop scanning If the front radio is in use you cannot scan through different stations P SET PROG Preset Program The front passengers must be listening to something different for each of these functions to work D Press this button to scan through the preset radio stations set on the pushbuttons on the main radio The radio will go to a preset station play for a few s...

Page 175: ...ignition being on or off You must load CDs with the label side up If you do not the player will automatically eject the CDs NOTICE Loading CDs with adhesive labels will damage the player To load a CD perform the following steps 1 Press the LOAD button Available positions will blink amber 2 Select a position by pressing the desired numbered button with the amber blinking light If a button is not pr...

Page 176: ...utton is not pressed within five seconds the current or last played CD will be ejected To eject all CDs press and hold the eject button There are two ways to play a CD Perform one of the following D Press the desired numbered button with a green indicator light on the CD changer D Press the CD TAPE button on the radio The CD changer will go to its last played position 1 PREV Previous Press this pu...

Page 177: ...turn off random play OFF will appear on the radio display AM FM Press AM FM to listen to the radio when a CD is playing TAPE AUX Press this button if you have a CD loaded in the changer and the radio is turned on to play a CD Press this button to switch between playing a tape and the CD changer if both are loaded Compact Disc Changer Errors ERR Error If this message appears on the display it could...

Page 178: ... you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse between any steps the radio automatically reverts to time and you must start the procedure over at Step 4 1 Write down any three or four digit number from 000 to 1999 and keep it in a safe place separate from the vehicle 2 Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN 3 Turn the radio off 4 Press the 1 and 4 pushbuttons at the same time Hold them down until shows ...

Page 179: ...get your code contact your dealer Disabling the Theft Deterrent Feature Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press the 1 and 4 pushbuttons at the same time Hold them down until SEC shows on the display 4 Press MN and 000 will appear on the display 5 Press MN again to make the last two digits agr...

Page 180: ...ay the other side of the tape If a compact disc is playing in the CD changer press this button to go to the next available CD SEEK Press the up or down arrow to seek to the next or previous radio station and stay there If a cassette tape or compact disc is playing the player will advance with the up arrow and reverse with the down arrow MUTE Press this button to silence the system Press it again t...

Page 181: ...d 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 do the following 1 Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting 2 Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radi...

Page 182: ...on 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 cleaning the cassette tape player with the recommended non abrasive cleaning cassette it is possible that the cassette may eject because the cut tape detection feature on your radio may recognize i...

Page 183: ... and clean it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of Your Compact Disc Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Fixed Mast Antenna ...

Page 184: ...e 4 6 Braking 4 9 Steering 4 11 Off Road Recovery 4 12 Passing 4 13 Loss of Control 4 14 Operating Your All Wheel Drive Vehicle Off Paved Roads 4 28 Driving at Night 4 30 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 33 City Driving 4 34 Freeway Driving 4 35 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 36 Highway Hypnosis 4 36 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 38 Winter Driving 4 42 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 42 Loading Your ...

Page 185: ...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 186: ... 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 187: ...is 0 05 percent in both France and Germany The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the dr...

Page 188: ...l in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking CAUTION Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and j...

Page 189: ...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 190: ...p 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 Brake System ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a brak...

Page 191: ...s 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 on wheel sp...

Page 192: ...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 193: ...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 194: ... 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 195: ...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 196: ...akes 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 danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdri...

Page 197: ...onsive on paved roads during poor weather conditions features like the locking rear axle and all wheel drive help make it much better suited for off road use than a conventional passenger car Its higher ground clearance also helps your vehicle step over some off road obstacles But your vehicle doesn t have features like special underbody shielding and a transfer case low gear range things that are...

Page 198: ...d floor and forward of your rear axle Put heavier items as far forward as you can D Be sure the load is secured properly so driving on the off road terrain doesn t toss things around CAUTION D Cargo on the load floor piled higher than the seatbacks can be thrown forward during a sudden stop You or your passengers could be injured Keep cargo below the top of the seatbacks D Unsecured cargo on the l...

Page 199: ...he vehicle s exhaust system Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip especially when going to a remote area Know the terrain and plan your route You are much less likely to get bad surprises Get accurate maps of trails and terrain Try to learn of any blocked or closed roads It s also a good idea to travel with at least one other vehicle If something happens to one of them the oth...

Page 200: ...of terrain You need to be familiar with the terrain and its many different features Here are some things to consider Surface Conditions Off roading can take you over hard packed dirt gravel rocks grass sand mud snow or ice Each of these surfaces affects the steering acceleration and braking of your vehicle in different ways Depending upon the kind of surface you are on you may experience slipping ...

Page 201: ...ing can be very dangerous on any road And this is certainly true for off road driving At the very time you need special alertness and driving skills your reflexes perceptions and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You could have a serious or even fatal accident if you drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking See Drunken Driving in the Index Driving on Off...

Page 202: ...e some other things to consider as you approach a hill D Is there a constant incline or does the hill get sharply steeper in places D Is there good traction on the hillside or will the surface cause tire slipping D Is there a straight path up or down the hill so you won t have to make turning maneuvers D Are there obstructions on the hill that can block your path boulders trees logs or ruts D What...

Page 203: ...se traction slide sideways and possibly roll over You could be seriously injured or killed When driving up hills always try to go straight up D Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill D Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills D Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffic know you re there D Use...

Page 204: ...ring wheel at the 12 o clock position This way you ll be able to tell if your wheels are straight and maneuver as you back down It s best that you back down the hill with your wheels straight rather than in the left or right direction Turning the wheel too far to the left or right will increase the possibility of a rollover Here are some things you must not do if you stall or are about to stall wh...

Page 205: ...e Smooth Rough Slippery Hard packed dirt Gravel D Are there hidden surface obstacles Ruts Logs Boulders D What s at the bottom of the hill Is there a hidden creek bank or even a river bottom with large rocks If you decide you can go down a hill safely then try to keep your vehicle headed straight down and use a low gear This way engine drag can help your brakes and they won t have to do all the wo...

Page 206: ... straight down D Never go downhill with the transmission in NEUTRAL N This is called free wheeling Your brakes will have to do all the work and could overheat and fade Q Am I likely to stall when going downhill A It s much more likely to happen going uphill But if it happens going downhill here s what to do D Stop your vehicle by applying the regular brakes Apply the parking brake D Shift to PARK ...

Page 207: ...a downhill slide or a rollover D Surface conditions can be a problem when you drive across a hill Loose gravel muddy spots or even wet grass can cause your tires to slip sideways downhill If the vehicle slips sideways it can hit something that will trip it a rock a rut etc and roll over D Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse If you drive across a rock with the uphill w...

Page 208: ...ing on an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you re crossing an incline be sure you and your passengers get out on the uphill side even if the door there is harder to open If you get out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll over you ll be right in its path If you have to walk down the slope stay out of the path the vehicle will take if it does roll over CAUTION Getting out on the d...

Page 209: ... will tend to sink into the sand This has an effect on steering accelerating and braking You may want to reduce the air pressure in your tires slightly when driving on sand This will improve traction Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction On these surfaces it s very easy to lose control On wet ice for example the traction is so poor that you will have difficulty accelerating And if...

Page 210: ...our ignition system and your vehicle can stall Stalling can also occur if you get your tailpipe under water And as long as your tailpipe is under water you ll never be able to start your engine When you go through water remember that when your brakes get wet it may take you longer to stop CAUTION Driving through rushing water can be dangerous Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream and you an...

Page 211: ...even braking Check the body structure steering suspension wheels tires and exhaust system for damage Also check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage Your vehicle will require more frequent service due to off road use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for additional information Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers are likely ...

Page 212: ... 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 213: ...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 214: ... 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 215: ...ow 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 Turn on your low beam headlamps not just your parking lamps to help ma...

Page 216: ...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 217: ...e 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 slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use your t...

Page 218: ...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 all windows clean inside and outside D Wiper Blades Are they in good shape D Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Have y...

Page 219: ... 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 220: ...ill slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL 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 d...

Page 221: ... 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 222: ...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 223: ...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 224: ...as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close...

Page 225: ...und If your vehicle must be towed see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index NOTICE Towing an all wheel drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground or even with only two of its wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components Don t tow an all wheel drive vehicle if any of its wheels will be on the ground Loading Your Vehicle The Certification Tire label is found on the rear edge of the driver...

Page 226: ...in the bed of your truck you should make sure they are properly secured CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Your warranty does not cover parts or...

Page 227: ...olded down unless you need to There s also important loading information for off road driving in this manual See Loading Your Vehicle for Off Road Driving in the Index Payload The payload capacity is shown on the Certification Tire label This is the maximum load capacity that your vehicle can carry Be sure to include the weight of the occupants as part of your load If you added any accessories or ...

Page 228: ...area must be properly marked according to local laws and regulations Remember not to exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR of the front or rear axle See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Add On Equipment When you carry removable items you may need to put a limit on how many people you carry inside your vehicle Be sure to weigh your vehicle before you buy and install the new equipment NOTICE You...

Page 229: ...camper and D all the people inside The Cargo Weight Rating CWR is the maximum weight of the load your vehicle can carry It doesn t include the weight of the people inside But you can figure about 150 lbs 68 kg for each seat The total cargo load must not be more than your vehicle s CWR Refer to the Truck Camper Loading Information label in glove box for dimensions A and B as shown in the following ...

Page 230: ...e loaded your vehicle and camper drive to a weigh station and weigh the front and rear wheels separately This will tell you the loads on your axles The loads on the front and rear axles shouldn t be more than either of the GAWRs The total of the axle loads should not be more than the GVWR Open your driver s door and look at the Certification Tire label to find out your GAWR and GVWR If you ve gone...

Page 231: ...Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab General Motors is aware that some vehicle owners may consider having the pickup box removed and a commercial or recreational body installed Before you do so first contact GM Customer Assistance for information on such conversions specific to this vehicle Owners should be aware that as manufactured there are differences between a chassis cab and a pickup with the bo...

Page 232: ...s part and see your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle 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 trailers But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle...

Page 233: ... controls 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 You can tow in DRIVE D You may...

Page 234: ...ent panel will turn off The vehicle will automatically turn off tow haul every time it is started Tow haul is designed to be most effective when the vehicle and trailer combined weight is at least 75 percent of the vehicle s Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR See Weight of the Trailer later in this section Tow haul is most useful under the following driving conditions D When pulling a heavy trailer...

Page 235: ...rts to determine how much your vehicle can weigh based upon your vehicle model and options K 1500 Engine Axle Ratio Max Trailer Wt GCWR 6000 V8 3 73 w 4WS 8 300 lbs 3 768 kg 14 000 lbs 6 356 kg 4 10 w 4WS 10 300 lbs 4 676 kg 16 000 lbs 7 264 kg Weight distributing hitch tongue weight 10 percent to 15 percent of hitch pulling weight 1 000 lb 454 kg maximum Fifth wheel hitch tongue weight 15 percent...

Page 236: ...rrying or a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight for your vehicle After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they aren t you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items aro...

Page 237: ...urer or by the trailer manufacturer Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 2 000 lbs 900 kg loaded then it needs its own brakes and they must be adequate Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintain them properl...

Page 238: ...casionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working While towing a trailer or when exposed to long periods of sunshine the floor of the truck bed may become very warm Avoid putting items in the truck bed that might be affected by high ambient temperatures Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when d...

Page 239: ... sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well You can tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the transmission to THIRD 3 or if necessary a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts ...

Page 240: ...er Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you D start your engine D shift into a gear and D release the parking brake 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See ...

Page 241: ...ailer circuits D Yellow Left Stop Turn Signal D Dark Green Right Stop Turn Signal D Brown Taillamps D White Ground D Light Green Back up Lamps D Light Blue Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL D Red Battery Feed D Dark Blue Trailer Brake A jumper harness for an electric trailer brake controller and a trailer battery feed fuse are included with this trailering package See Instrument Panel Jumper Wiri...

Page 242: ...feed fuse This harness and fuse should be installed by your dealer or a qualified service center Four Wire Trailer Harness Adapter If you need to tow a light duty trailer with a standard four way round pin connector an adapter connector is included with your vehicle Connect the adapter with the tab arrow pointing towards the top The cap on the wiring harness will lock onto the tab arrow and help h...

Page 243: ...an occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 9 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Engine Overheating 5 12 Cooling System 5 18 Engine Fan Noise 5 18 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 19 Changing a Flat Tire 5 32 Spare Tire 5 33 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Page 244: ... Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can use them to warn others Set one up at...

Page 245: ...u 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 there is a clear or light yellow hydrometer and a cranking complaint Trying to start your vehicle by pu...

Page 246: ...sories 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 4 Open the hoods and locate the positive and negative terminal locations on the other vehicle Your vehicle has a remote positive jump starting terminal and a remote negative jump startin...

Page 247: ...accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 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 ca...

Page 248: ...ive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 7 Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one ...

Page 249: ... cable to the remote negative terminal marked GND on the vehicle with the dead battery If the THEFT SYSTEM light flashes wait until the light stops flashing before starting the engine 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 NOTICE Damage to your vehic...

Page 250: ...he jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle 5 Return the positive remote terminal cover to its orig...

Page 251: ...l See Message Center in the Index Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode If an overheated engine condition exists and the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is displayed an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage In this mode you will notice a loss in power and engine performance This operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe ...

Page 252: ...y from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant 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 for information on dri...

Page 253: ...eat warning with no sign of steam try this for a minute or so 1 If your air conditioner is on turn it off 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE B or DRIVE D If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be saf...

Page 254: ...If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark If it isn t you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system ...

Page 255: ...t your vehicle needs service Turn off the engine NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOLR silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to th...

Page 256: ...lows CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and coolant surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever ...

Page 257: ...lant CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn th...

Page 258: ...5 16 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it 3 Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture to the FULL COLD mark ...

Page 259: ...tting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FULL COLD mark 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight and fully seated ...

Page 260: ...s the fan clutch partially disengages If a Tire Goes Flat It s unusual 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...

Page 261: ...her people You and they could be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine 4 Put the wheel blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle at the opposite end The following s...

Page 262: ... the tools 2 The wheel blocks and the wheel block retainer can be removed by turning the wing nut counterclockwise 3 To release the bottle jack from its holder turn the knob on the bottle jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head slightly 4 There is also a wing nut used to retain the storage bag and tools To remove it turn the wingnut counterclockwise You ll use the jack handle and the wheel wr...

Page 263: ...ensions as shown Insert the hoist end open end of the extension through the hole in the rear bumper Be sure the hoist end of the extension connects into the hoist shaft 3 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the ground Continue to turn the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle The wheel wrench has a hook that allows you to pull the ...

Page 264: ...cks B the jack handle C the jack handle extensions D and the wheel wrench E If the flat tire is on a rear tire of the vehicle you ll need to use both jack handle extensions Attach the wheel wrench to the jack handle extensions as needed Attach the jack handle to the jack ...

Page 265: ...5 23 Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the jack lift head a little To remove the center cap place the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry out ...

Page 266: ... yet 2 Position the jack under the vehicle If the flat tire is on the front of the vehicle position the jack on the frame behind the flat tire If the flat tire is on the rear position the jack under the rear axle between the spring anchor and the shock absorber bracket NOTICE If your vehicle is equipped with QUADRASTEERtavoid contact with tie rods and tire rod boots when jacking the vehicle ...

Page 267: ...killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle Front Position ...

Page 268: ...t are on the jack head Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit under the wheel well 4 Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire 5 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel ...

Page 269: ...ergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 6 After mounting the spare put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighte...

Page 270: ...5 28 Front Position Rear Position 7 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the vehicle Lower the jack completely ...

Page 271: ...quipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque See Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification When you reinstall t...

Page 272: ...could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Return the bottle jack wheel blocks wheel wrench and jack extensions to their location under the passenger s side second row seat Secure the items in the vehicle as shown A Wing Nut B Wheel Blocks C Wheel Wrench and Extensions Retainer D Gloves E Wheel Wrench and Extensions F Storage Bag G Bottle Jack Holder H Bottle Jack I Wheel Block Retai...

Page 273: ... and extensions together Insert the hoist end through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft 4 Raise the tire part of the way upward When the tire is almost in the stored position adjust the tire so that the valve stem is toward the rear of the vehicle A Hoist Assembly B Wheel Wrench C Extensions D Hoist Shaft E Valve Stem Pointed Down F Flat or Spare Tire G Retainer H Hoist Cable 5 ...

Page 274: ...tion regarding proper tire inflation and loading your vehicle For instruction on how to remove install or store a spare tire see Changing a Flat Tire in the Index After installing the spare tire on your vehicle you should stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare is correctly inflated Have the damaged or flat road tire repaired or replaced as soon as you can and installed back onto your veh...

Page 275: ... could be injured And the transmission or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you re stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Don t spin the wheels above 35 mph 55 km h as shown on the speedometer NOTICE Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting y...

Page 276: ... slowly spinning your wheels in the forward and reverse directions you will cause a rocking motion that may free your vehicle If that doesn t get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out Or you can use your recovery hooks if your vehicle has them If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Using the Recovery Hooks Your vehicle is equipped with recovery hooks T...

Page 277: ...le straight out Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back NOTICE Never use the recovery hooks to tow the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty ...

Page 278: ...17 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 19 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 6 20 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 23 Rear Axle 6 24 All Wheel Drive 6 27 Engine Coolant 6 30 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 6 31 Power Steering Fluid 6 32 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 33 Brakes 6 36 Battery 6 37 Bulb Replacement 6 46 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 47 Tires 6 56 Appearance Care 6 56 Cleaning the Inside of Your...

Page 279: ...you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index You should ...

Page 280: ...d be hurt Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Fuel Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher If the octane is less th...

Page 281: ...hicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on see Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index and your vehicle may fail a smog check test If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for diagnosis If it is determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used ...

Page 282: ...ations described earlier NOTICE Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Don t use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may be har...

Page 283: ...r gasoline or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the driver s side of the vehicle While refueling hang the fuel cap by the tether using the hook located on the inside of the filler door To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise ...

Page 284: ...side of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the fuel 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 NOTICE If you need a new fuel cap be sur...

Page 285: ...vehicle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground D Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete D Don t smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids li...

Page 286: ...To open the hood do the following 1 Pull out on the hood release handle 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release located near the center of the grille 3 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on correctly Pull down the hood and close it firmly ...

Page 287: ...6 10 Engine Compartment Overview When you lift the hood on the VORTEC 6000 V8 engine you ll see ...

Page 288: ...ote Positive Terminal J Power Steering Fluid Reservoir K Brake Fluid Reservoir L Underhood Fuse Block M Battery N Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir Engine Oil If the CHECK ENG OIL LEVEL light appears on the instrument cluster it means you need to check your engine oil level right away For more information see CHECK ENG OIL LEVEL in the Index You should check your engine oil level regularly this is...

Page 289: ...ndle and is located on the passenger s side of the vehicle See Engine 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 keepi...

Page 290: ...ICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area upper mark that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged The engine oil fill cap is located on the passenger s side valve cover See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Be sure to fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the pr...

Page 291: ...ute 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 container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle as shown in the foll...

Page 292: ...il GM Oil Life Systemt Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When...

Page 293: ...em still does not reset see your dealer for service What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s wa...

Page 294: ...es in the Index to determine when to check the indicator The service window A with the percentage scale shows the amount of engine air cleaner filter life used When both service window A and service window B turn orange replace the engine air cleaner filter After changing the air filter press the top button on the indicator to reset it The air cleaner filter assembly is located on the front corner...

Page 295: ...when to replace the engine air cleaner filter See Owner Checks and Services in the Index CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the a...

Page 296: ...tion can be a little difficult you may choose to have it done at your dealer s service department 2 Reach under the instrument panel towards the front of the vehicle and pull downward on the filter retaining bracket 3 Remove the air filter by pulling downward on the element Remove the second portion of the air filter by sliding it towards the rear of the vehicle and then pulling downward 4 Install...

Page 297: ... Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choosetohavethisdoneatthedealershipservicedepartment If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick NOTICE Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fa...

Page 298: ... 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 Should the fluid level be low during this cold check you must check the fluid hot before adding fluid Checking the fluid hot will give you a more accurate reading of the fluid level Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows D Park your vehicle ...

Page 299: ...hen pull out 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 ran...

Page 300: ...ne pint 0 5 L Don t overfill NOTICE We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRONR III because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transmission Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRONR III is not covered by your new vehicle warranty 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 bac...

Page 301: ... What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index All Wheel Drive Lubricant checks in this section also apply to these vehicles However there are two additional systems that need lubrication Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant ...

Page 302: ...ough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole Use care not to overtighten the plug What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it See...

Page 303: ... When the differential is cold add enough lubricant to raise the level to 1 2 inch 12 mm below the filler plug hole When the differential is at operating temperature warm add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index ...

Page 304: ...COOLR coolant will D Give freezing protection down to 34_F 37_C D Give boiling protection up to 265_F 129_C D Protect against rust and corrosion D Help keep the proper engine temperature D Let the warning lights and gages work as they should NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOLR silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature e...

Page 305: ...r engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the...

Page 306: ...e cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark If the LOW COOLANT message comes on and stays on it means you re low on engine coolan...

Page 307: ... it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When replacing the pressure cap make sure it is hand tight Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap The coolant surge tank pressure cap must be fully installed on the coolant surge tank NOTICE Your coolant surge tank pressure cap is a 15 psi 105 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss an...

Page 308: ...id Turn the key off let the engine compartment cool down wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the FULL COLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark What to Use ...

Page 309: ...he vehicle Open the cap with the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full NOTICE D When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water D Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer flu...

Page 310: ... your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid it can ...

Page 311: ... not over the MAX mark What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system you...

Page 312: ...und when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly CAUTION The brake wear warning sound means that soon your brakes won t work well That could lead to an accident When you hear the brake wear warning sound have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Continuing to drive with w...

Page 313: ...example when your brake linings wear down and you need new ones put in be sure you get new approved GM replacement parts If you don t your brakes may no longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways i...

Page 314: ...around a battery without getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index Bulb Replacement For any bulb changing procedure not listed here contact your dealer For the proper types of bulbs to use see Replacement Bulbs in the Index Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized ...

Page 315: ...High Beam Headlamp 2 Pull the headlamp assembly out 3 Unplug the electrical connector 4 Turn the old bulb counterclockwise and remove it from the headlamp lens assembly 5 Put the new bulb into the lens assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight Use care not to touch the bulb with your fingers or hands 6 Plug in the electrical connector 7 Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle Re ins...

Page 316: ...ing Lamp DRL 1 Remove the headlamp assembly as mentioned previously 2 Press the retainer clip B located behind the turn signal housing towards the outside of the vehicle 3 Pull the turn signal housing out of the vehicle 4 Press the locking release lever turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the turn signal housing ...

Page 317: ... housing and turn it clockwise until it locks 8 Put the turn signal housing back into the vehicle placing the hook and posts on the inner side into the alignment holes first then the outer side into the retainer bracket until you hear a click 9 Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL and Cargo Lamp 1 Remove the screws and lift off the lamp assembly ...

Page 318: ...rgo bulb is removed by turning the socket counterclockwise and pulling the bulb straight out 4 If a CHMSL bulb is replaced put the new bulb into the socket and press it in until it is tight If a cargo lamp is replaced put a new cargo lamp bulb into the socket and press it in until it is tight before turning the socket clockwise 5 Put the bulb holder back plate into the lamp housing 6 Reinstall the...

Page 319: ... lamp assembly harness 3 Gently pry the individual lamp from the lamp housing 4 Unplug the lamp 5 Plug in a new lamp and snap it into the housing 6 Reinstall the lamp housing Taillamps 1 Open the tailgate 2 Remove the two rear lamp assembly screws near the tailgate latch and pull out the lamp assembly ...

Page 320: ...cket counterclockwise to remove it from the taillamp housing 4 Pull the old bulb straight out from the socket 5 Press a new bulb into the socket and turn the socket clockwise into the taillamp housing until it clicks 6 Reinstall the rear lamp assembly and tighten the screws 7 Close the tailgate ...

Page 321: ...6 44 Front Roof Marker Lamps 1 Remove the two screws and lift off the lens The center roof marker lamp has six screws to remove 2 Turn the old bulb counterclockwise to remove it from the socket ...

Page 322: ...6 45 3 Put a new bulb into the socket and turn clockwise until it locks in place 4 Reinstall the lens and tighten the screws ...

Page 323: ...erent types and are removed in different ways For proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index 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 Install a new blade by revers...

Page 324: ...erious 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 sudd...

Page 325: ...at 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 Also check the tire pressure of the spare tire How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage ...

Page 326: ...tant See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals When rotating your tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here Don t include the spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Certification Tire label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel ...

Page 327: ...aired well because of the size or location of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Certification Tire label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires get ones with that same TPC Spec number That way your vehicle will continue to ...

Page 328: ...led on your vehicle it is all right to drive with the 16 inch spare tire that came with your vehicle When new your vehicle included a spare tire and wheel assembly with the same overall diameter as your vehicle s road tires and wheels Because this spare tire was developed for use on your vehicle it will not affect vehicle handling or cause damage to your vehicle CAUTION If you use bias ply tires o...

Page 329: ...afety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performan...

Page 330: ...s of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were alig...

Page 331: ...nuts replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle CAUTION Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which ...

Page 332: ...nce can cause damage to the brakes suspension or other vehicle parts The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on your vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions Follow that manufacturer s instructions To help avoid dama...

Page 333: ...Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle D Alcohol D Laundry Soap D Bleach D Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl leather plastic and painted surfaces with a ...

Page 334: ...aned area with a clean water dampened towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water 2 If a stain remains follow the cleaner instructions desc...

Page 335: ...olvent based or abrasive cleaners furniture polish or shoe polish on leather D Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the win...

Page 336: ...rasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear window an electric defogger element may be damaged Any temporary license should not be attached across the defogger grid Cleaning 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 Cle...

Page 337: ...ewarm or cold water Don t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Don t use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Don t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abras...

Page 338: ...ther salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout tha...

Page 339: ...omatic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Cleaning Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner NOTICE When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted surfaces on the body or wheels of the vehicle Petroleum based products may damage the paint finish ...

Page 340: ...h they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from 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 chemica...

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Page 342: ...s and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label located in 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 infor...

Page 343: ...ectrical to your vehicle see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some electrical problem and not snow etc be sure to get it fixed Power Windows and Other Power Options...

Page 344: ...rage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can Instrument Panel Fuse Block The fuse block access door is on the driver s side of the instrument panel at the end Pull off the cover to access the fuse block You can remove fuses with a fuse extractor which is mo...

Page 345: ...Relay HVAC 1 Climate Control System CRUISE Cruise Control Instrument Panel Cluster IGN 3 Ignition Power Seats 4WD Not Used CRANK Starting System INT PRK Interior Lamps L DOOR Power Door Lock Relay BRAKE Anti Lock Brake System RR WIPER Not Used ILLUM Interior Lamps SEAT Power Seat Circuit Breaker TURN Exterior Lamps Turn Signals Hazard Lamps ...

Page 346: ...Mirrors Power Door Locks DR LOCK Power Door Locks PWR WDO Power Window Circuit Breaker UNLOCK Power Door Lock Relay Fuse Usage IGN 0 PRND321 Display Odometer PCM SEO IGN Special Equipment Option Ignition Manual Selectable Ride SEO ACCY Special Equipment Option Accessory Cellular Telephone RAP 1 Retained Accessory Power Relay RDO 1 Audio System RAP 2 Not Used ...

Page 347: ... SEO Special Equipment Option HTD ST Heated Seats SPARE Not Used VANITY Headliner Wiring TRAILER Trailer Brake Wiring PWR ST Power Seats SPARE Not Used UPF Upfitter PARK LAMP Parking Lamps FRT PRK EXPT Not Used SPARE 2 Not Used PUDDLE LP Puddle Lamps SL RIDE Not Used SPARE 3 Not Used INADV PWR Interior Lamps Feed CTSY LP Courtesy Lamps CEL PHONE Cellular Telephone Wiring ...

Page 348: ...r for access to the fuse relay block Once you remove the cover you will see some fuses to the top right of the fuse relay block These are spare fuses and can be used accordingly You can remove fuses with a fuse extractor The fuse extractor is located in the underhood 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 ...

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Page 350: ...g TRL L TRN Left Turn Signal Trailer Wiring IGN 1 Ignition Fuel Controls INJ B Ignition Fuel Controls Relay Fuse Usage STARTER Starter Relay PARK LP Parking Lamps FRT HVAC Climate Control System STOP LP Exterior Lamps Stoplamps ECM 1 VCM PCM CHMSL Center High Mounted Stoplamp VEH STOP Stoplamps Cruise Control TRL B U Backup Lamps Trailer Wiring INJ A Fuel Controls Ignition RR HVAC Rear HVAC VEH B ...

Page 351: ...eated Mirrors HDLP Headlamps Relay TRL PRK Parking Lamps Trailer Wiring Fuse Usage PRIME Not Used RT HDLP Passenger s Side Headlamps DRL Daytime Running Lamps Relay HTD MIR Heated Mirrors LT HDLP Driver s Side Headlamps A C Air Conditioning AUX PWR Cigarette Lighter Auxiliary Power Outlets SEO 2 Special Equipment Option Power Power Seats Aux Roof Mnt Lamp SEO 1 Special Equipment Option Power Aux R...

Page 352: ...eft Turn Signals FR PRK Front Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps W W PMP Windshield Washer Pump HORN Horn Relay Fuse Usage IGN C Ignition Switch Fuel Pump PRND321 Display Crank RDO AMP Radio Amplifier HAZ LP Exterior Lamps Hazard Lamps EXP LPS Not Used HORN Horn CTSY LP Interior Lamps RR WPR Not Used TBC Body Control Module BCM Remote Keyless Entry Headlamps ...

Page 353: ...cations Capacities Cooling System 14 8 quarts 14 0 L Engine Oil with Filter 6 0 quarts 5 7 L Fuel Tank 26 0 U S gallons 98 4 L All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity If you do your own service work you ll need the proper service manual ...

Page 354: ...m Tire Pressure See the Certification Tire label on the rear edge of the driver s door Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Oil Filter PF59 Engine Air Cleaner Filter A1518C Passenger Compartment Air Filter Kit 52485513 PCV Valve CV948C Spark Plugs PTZ16R15 Denso PZTR5A15 NGK Fuel Filter GF626 Wiper Blades 15153642 Type ITTA ACDelcoR Part No GM Part No ...

Page 355: ...e services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 5 Scheduled Maintenance 7 16 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 21 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 23 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 26 Part E Maintenance Record ...

Page 356: ...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 357: ... 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 358: ...see your dealer This part tells 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 re...

Page 359: ...cks and Services and Periodic Maintenance Inspections following Footnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be perf...

Page 360: ... next two times you stop for fuel It is possible that if you are driving under the best conditions the oil life system may not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a year However your engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset It is also important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level If the system is ever...

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Page 363: ...placement more often j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for...

Page 364: ...ront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often j Check r...

Page 365: ...iler towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter at 100 000 miles 166 000 km 52 500 Miles 87 500 km j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rota...

Page 366: ...ve belt An Emission Control Service j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Inspect Evaporative Control System Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition Check that the purge valve works properly if equipped Replace as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote 67 500 Miles 112 500 km j Check rear front axle fluid level and add f...

Page 367: ...tant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km j Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Chec...

Page 368: ...s 166 000 km j Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service j Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses s...

Page 369: ...ect 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 cap An Emission Control Service ACTUAL SERVICE...

Page 370: ...l 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 level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshiel...

Page 371: ...s Cleaning in the Index Spare Tire Check At least twice a year after the monthly inflation check of the spare tire determines that the spare is inflated to the correct tire inflation pressure make sure that the spare tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If it moves use the wheel wrench ratchet to tighten the cable See Storing the Spare Tire and Tools in the Ind...

Page 372: ... Transmission Fluid in the Index A fluid loss may indicate a problem Check the system and repair if needed At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all body door hinges hood latch assembly secondary latch pivots spring anchor release pawl tailgate hinge tailgate linkage tailgate handle...

Page 373: ... any other position your vehicle needs service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System 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 It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake in the...

Page 374: ... the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake 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 ...

Page 375: ...ations in the Index Steering and Suspension Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication 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 d...

Page 376: ...le All Wheel Drive Inspection Every 12 months or at engine oil change intervals check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary A fluid loss could indicate a problem check and have it repaired if needed Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding l...

Page 377: ...ant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only GM GoodwrenchR DEX COOLR or HavolineR DEX COOLR Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer Solvent GM OptikleenR Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Power Steering System GM Power Steering F...

Page 378: ...c Axle Lubricant GM Part No 12378261 or equivalent meeting GM Specification 9986115 USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Steerable Rear Axle Quadrasteert Synthetic Axle Lubricant use only GM Part No 12378557 Do not add friction modifier Transfer Case DEXRONR III Automatic Transmission Fluid Rear Driveline Center Spline Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI ...

Page 379: ... Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Tailgate Handle Pivot Points Hinges Latch Bolt and Linkage Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579 or equivalent Weatherstrip Squeaks Synthetic Grease with Teflon SuperlubeR GM Part No 12371287 or equivalent ...

Page 380: ...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 381: ...7 27 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 382: ...7 28 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 383: ...action 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 10 Warranty Information 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 8 11 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 8 11 Reporting...

Page 384: ...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 385: ...s facility That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern STEP THREE Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle However if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you should file with the GM BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights yo...

Page 386: ...of hearing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs GMC has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user can communicate with GMC by dialing 1 800 GMC 8583 462 8583 TTY users in Canada can dial 1 800 263 3830 Customer Assistance Offices GMC encourages customers to call the toll free number for assistance If a U S customer wishes to write to GMC the letter shoul...

Page 387: ...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 mobility equipment installe...

Page 388: ...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 389: ...ide 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 calling ...

Page 390: ...ransportation needs your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unless of course the problem is safety related 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 y...

Page 391: ... local and rental vehicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance coverage credit card etc You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes levies usage fees excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair Generally it is not possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Pr...

Page 392: ...TING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a gro...

Page 393: ...a Ontario K1A 0N5 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you 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 Mot...

Page 394: ...nd intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM v...

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