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Hitches 4

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Maintenance When Towing 4

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Parking on Hills 4

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Safety Chains 4

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Tongue Weight 4

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Total Weight on Tires 4

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Towing 4

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Turn Signals 4

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Weight 4

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Transaxle Fluid, Automatic 6

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Transmitters, Remote Lock Control 2

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Transportation, Courtesy 8

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Trip

Computer 2

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Odometer 2

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TTY Users 8

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Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals 2

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Turn Signal On Chime 2

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Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever 2

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Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer 4

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nderbody Flushing Service 7

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Underbody Maintenance 6

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Underhood Fuse and Relay Center 6

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Control 4

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Damage Warnings iv

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Dimensions 6

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Identification Number 6

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Loading 4

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Storage 6

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Ventilation System 3

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Visors

Lighted Vanity Mirrors 2

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Sun 2

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Vanity Mirrors 2

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arning Devices 5

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Warranty Information 8

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Washer Fluid, Windshield 6

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Washing Your Vehicle 6

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Weatherstrip Lubrication 7

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Weatherstrips 6

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Wheel

Alignment 6

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Nut Torque

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Replacement 6

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Used Replacement 6

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Wrench 5

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Windows 2

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Power 2

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Power Rear Quarter 2

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Side Latches 2

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Windshield Washer 2

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Fluid 2

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Fluid Level Check 7

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Rear 2

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Windshield Wiper 2

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Rear 2

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Blade Replacement 6

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Fuses 6

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Winter Driving 4

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Wiper Blade Check 7

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Wiper Blades, Cleaning 6

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Wiring, Headlamp 6

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Wrench, Wheel 5

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Summary of Contents for 1999 Silhouette

Page 1: ...rent 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 man...

Page 2: ...ion whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so...

Page 3: ...he manual and the page number where you ll find it Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that co...

Page 4: ...something that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you rea...

Page 5: ...ymbols have to do with your lamps MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH TURN SIGNALS PARKING LAMPS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER W...

Page 6: ...yellowblue vi NOTES...

Page 7: ...wers 1 29 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 29 Driver Position 1 37 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 38 Right Front Passenger Position 1 38 Supplemental Restraint Systems SRS 1 46 Safety Belt Pret...

Page 8: ...Slide the seat to where you want it To make sure the seat is locked into place release the lever and try to move the seat with your body To raise the seat pull up on the lever on the front right side...

Page 9: ...dy 6 Way Power Seat Option To adjust the six way power seat Front Control A Raise the front of the seat by holding the switch up Hold the switch down to lower the front of the seat Center Control B Mo...

Page 10: ...is located on the side of the seat Turn this knob to adjust the support for the lower back Reclining Front Seatbacks All front seats recline To adjust the seatback turn this knob It is easier to recl...

Page 11: ...o its job because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the...

Page 12: ...d The seatback will lock into place when you push it back to the upright position Rear Seats Seat Controls The rear seats in your vehicle have levers and straps used to adjust remove and replace the s...

Page 13: ...side safety belt just pull the sleeve away from the Velcro patch and use the safety belt as usual The sleeve should slide freely when not in use There is also a clip on the safety belt used to secure...

Page 14: ...h section of the split bench seat can be either folded down or reclined The following explains how to use either the nylon strap or the lever to fold or recline the seatbacks To fold down the seatback...

Page 15: ...One is located below the center in the front of each section of the split bench The other lever is located on the rear of the seat Lift up either lever and slide the seat forward to allow for extra st...

Page 16: ...ht side of the seat 2 Push the red center of the buckle up with a small pointed object like a key or a pen to remove the seat belt if needed 3 Lift the seatback recliner lever or pull the nylon strap...

Page 17: ...t latches squeeze the angled latch release bar toward the straight crossbar 7 Remove the seat by rocking it slightly toward the rear of the vehicle and then pulling it out Repeat these steps for the o...

Page 18: ...nd B sets of floor cups D The right 60 section of the 40 60 split bench uses the C and D sets of floor cups D The left section of the 50 50 split bench uses the G and H sets of floor cups D The right...

Page 19: ...not attached correctly the rear legs will not attach to the rear set of floor pins If the front latches are not attaching correctly check that the seat is in the full rear position 2 Firmly push the...

Page 20: ...sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked 6 Attach the mini buckle so that the safety belt is ready for use...

Page 21: ...ws Folding or Reclining the Seatbacks The seatback on a bucket seat can be either folded down or reclined The following explains how to use either the nylon strap or the lever to fold or recline the s...

Page 22: ...cated below the center in front of the bucket seat The other lever is located on the rear of the bucket seat Lift up either lever and slide the seat forward to allow for extra storage behind the seat...

Page 23: ...t the seatback recliner lever or pull the nylon strap on the back of the seat to fold the seatback forward 2 Slide the seat all the way back by lifting either one of the adjuster levers and sliding th...

Page 24: ...go of the straps or lever until the seat is folded all the way forward 4 To unlatch the front latches with the seat folded forward squeeze the angled latch release bar toward the straight crossbar 5 R...

Page 25: ...the A and B C and D or G and H sets of floor cups The LEFT ONLY seats that don t have the built in child restraint option fit only in the left location of either row the A and B or G and H sets of flo...

Page 26: ...uld be injured Be sure to lock the seat into place properly when installing it 3 Try to raise the seat to check that it is locked down 4 Lift the seatback recliner lever or pull the nylon strap on the...

Page 27: ...turning the knob on the inboard side of the seat It is easier to raise or lower the seatback if you lean forward and take the weight off the seatback The armrests can be lowered or raised for enterin...

Page 28: ...off the front floor pins and removed from the vehicle Replacing the Captain s Chairs The left chair goes in the A and C sets of floor pins The right chair goes in the D and F sets of floor pins 1 Hoo...

Page 29: ...of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains the Supplemental Restraint System SRS or air bag system CAUTI...

Page 30: ...to buckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do h...

Page 31: ...yellowblue 1 25 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it...

Page 32: ...yellowblue 1 26 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield...

Page 33: ...trument panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety b...

Page 34: ...so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buck...

Page 35: ...ms your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it pr...

Page 36: ...houlder belt The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under...

Page 37: ...o the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pushing the button down t...

Page 38: ...belt 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...

Page 39: ...ION 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 coul...

Page 40: ...ously 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...

Page 41: ...u can 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 appl...

Page 42: ...is twisted 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...

Page 43: ...oor 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...

Page 44: ...tems SRS or air bag systems Your vehicle has four air bags a Next Generation frontal air bag for the driver another Next Generation frontal air bag for the right front passenger a side impact air bag...

Page 45: ...g hits the side of your vehicle They aren t designed to inflate in frontal in rollover or in rear crashes Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there s an air bag...

Page 46: ...tem 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 part of this manua...

Page 47: ...How the Air Bag Systems Work Where are the air bags The driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the p...

Page 48: ...AUTION If something is between an occupant and an air bag the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put...

Page 49: ...everity is above the system s designed threshold level The threshold level can vary with specific vehicle design Side impact air bags are not designed to inflate in frontal or near frontal impacts rol...

Page 50: ...ntal air bags and only in moderate to severe side collisions for the driver s and right front passenger s side impact air bags What will you see after an air bag inflates After an air bag inflates it...

Page 51: ...ion about the frontal air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air bag inflation and driver s safety belt usage at deployment D Let only...

Page 52: ...your vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag systems To purchase a service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index CAUT...

Page 53: ...he 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...

Page 54: ...ate 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 Extende...

Page 55: ...n 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...

Page 56: ...ats in the second row there is one guide for each outside passenger position If your vehicle has a bench seat in the second row there is one guide for the left hand outside passenger position If your...

Page 57: ...lowblue 1 51 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 be...

Page 58: ...ake sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides Slide the guide onto the stora...

Page 59: ...the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough se...

Page 60: ...u have a lap safety belt which has a retractor 1 Pick up the latch plate and in a single motion pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks...

Page 61: ...belt quickly if you ever had to The center position bucket seat is a CENTER OR LEFT type seat Because it is the only bucket seat with a lap belt and has a buckle on only one side there are certain pla...

Page 62: ...ined while in a vehicle Smaller Children and Babies CAUTION Children who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed This is true even though your v...

Page 63: ...ild small enough for one is always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint Infants need complete support including support for the head and neck This is necessary because an infant s neck i...

Page 64: ...l a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240...

Page 65: ...icle To find out where a bucket seat that has a built in child restraint must be located in your vehicle see Removable Rear Bucket Seats in the Index If your vehicle has this option in a 60 40 bench s...

Page 66: ...estraints later in this section for more information Q What if the top of my child s shoulders is above the shoulder belt slots for the five point child restraint harness system A A child whose should...

Page 67: ...he head restraint until the lower edge of the head restraint is even with the top of the seatback 2 Rotate the head restraint rearward until it touches the top of the seatback Make sure there is no ga...

Page 68: ...yellowblue 1 62 3 Lower the child restraint cushion You ll be using the child restraint s harness A to secure your child Don t use the vehicle s safety belts...

Page 69: ...r seat and use the vehicle s adult safety belts WARNING FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURER S INSTRUCTIONS ON THE USE OF THIS CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM CAN RESULT IN YOUR CHILD STRIKING THE VEHICLE S INTE...

Page 70: ...buckle is free of any foreign objects that may prevent you from securing the latch plates If you can t secure a latch plate see your dealer for service before using the child restraint 8 Place the ot...

Page 71: ...sitioned on the child s shoulders CAUTION An unfastened shoulder harness clip won t help keep the harness in place on the child s shoulders If the harness isn t on the child s shoulders it won t be ab...

Page 72: ...s and buckle strap are not twisted 13 Adjust the position of the harness on the child s shoulder by moving the clip up or down along the harness On each side of the harness the shoulder part should be...

Page 73: ...t 1 Unfasten the shoulder harness clip 2 Unlatch the harness by pushing the button on the buckle 3 Move one side of the harness off the child s shoulder 4 Move the other side of the harness off the ch...

Page 74: ...d restraint before using the vehicle s lap shoulder belt 1 Move both latch plates and both sides of the shoulder harness clip to the bottom of the harness straps 2 Fold the child restraint cushion and...

Page 75: ...atback 5 Rotate the head restraint forward and push it all the way down Just like the other restraint systems in your vehicle your built in child restraint needs to be periodically checked and may nee...

Page 76: ...s When selecting a child restraint take into consideration not only the child s weight and size but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used...

Page 77: ...estraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs 9 kg and about one year of age This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant s head neck and body can have the support they need in...

Page 78: ...hese forward facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs 9 to 18 kg and about 26 to 40 inches 66 to 102 cm in height or up to around four years of age One type a...

Page 79: ...o 27 kg or even up to 36 kg and about four to eight years of age A booster seat is designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Booster seats with shields use lap only belts however...

Page 80: ...rather than the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in a rear seat Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat Here s why CAU...

Page 81: ...floor There s a vinyl sleeve there to get to the bracket push this vinyl sleeve aside slightly You may need to remove the staple in the sleeve to do this Anchor the top strap to the bracket If you ne...

Page 82: ...raint when and as the instructions 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...

Page 83: ...uckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retrac...

Page 84: ...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 la...

Page 85: ...d restraint instructions will show you how 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To tighten the bel...

Page 86: ...at Position Bucket Seat You ll be using the lap belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secur...

Page 87: ...straint 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 dif...

Page 88: ...s air bag inflates even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag If your vehic...

Page 89: ...hicle has a front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Seats in the Index 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the...

Page 90: ...hild 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 91: ...dow so the child can wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But...

Page 92: ...der belt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s...

Page 93: ...belt 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...

Page 94: ...has a built in child restraint also periodically make sure the harness straps latch plates buckle clip child head restraint and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safe...

Page 95: ...the driver s and right front passenger s safety belt buckle assembly Be sure to do so Then the new buckle assembly will be there to help protect you in a collision If safety belts or built in child r...

Page 96: ...yellowblue 1 90 NOTES...

Page 97: ...terrent Option 2 35 PASS KeyR III 2 37 New Vehicle Break In 2 38 Ignition Positions 2 40 Starting Your Engine 2 41 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 43 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 47 Parking Bra...

Page 98: ...a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move...

Page 99: ...an obtain the correct key code In an emergency call Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance at 1 800 442 OLDS 6537 In Canada call 1 800 268 6800 NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help p...

Page 100: ...perly lock your doors and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your key or the remote lock control tra...

Page 101: ...nlock position and release This will only unlock that door or the liftgate You can unlock all the doors and the liftgate by inserting the key into the key cylinder turning to the unlock position and h...

Page 102: ...he doors will lock automatically when you move your shift lever out of PARK P All doors will unlock automatically when the ignition is turned off while the shift lever is in PARK P You can program the...

Page 103: ...e Lock Control Option If your vehicle has this option you can lock and unlock your doors and the liftgate from about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m away using the remote lock control transmitter supplie...

Page 104: ...n D If you re still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Operation Remote Driver s Door and All Door Unlock When you press UNLOCK on the remote lock control transmitter...

Page 105: ...use your remote lock control transmitter to unlock your vehicle or to operate the power sliding door if equipped your parking lamps will flash briefly to let you know the command was received If you...

Page 106: ...the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have only four transmitters matched to it See your dealer to match transmitters to another vehicle Battery Replac...

Page 107: ...eiver in your vehicle will keep track of this changing code D Loss of synchronization will occur if the transmitter is activated more than 256 times while out of range of the vehicle D Loss of synchro...

Page 108: ...s there will be a blank button in its place For more information please see each of these features in the Index Instrument Panel Switchbank This switchbank is located in the instrument panel below the...

Page 109: ...an be programmed with several different features The features you can program depend on the options that came with your vehicle The following chart shows the features that can be programmed To determi...

Page 110: ...ination and Exit Lighting With Delayed Illumination the interior lamps will stay on for about 25 seconds after all the doors and the liftgate are closed With Exiting Lighting the interior lamps will c...

Page 111: ...ned to OFF To customize these features to your preference see Programmable Modes following Programmable Modes Your vehicle can be programmed to one of the following modes Mode 1 Both Features Off Auto...

Page 112: ...e driver s door open you won t be able to lock the doors using the power door lock switch D When you press LOCK on the power door lock switch or remote lock control transmitter if equipped while any d...

Page 113: ...e by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle Remote Driver s Unlock Control With the Remote Driver s Unlock Control feature you can progr...

Page 114: ...to let you know the command has been received If you press LOCK on the remote lock control transmitter again the horn will sound briefly and the parking lamps will flash briefly to let you know your v...

Page 115: ...ock your vehicle or operate your power sliding door if equipped your parking lamps will flash briefly to let you know the command has been received Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 4 To chang...

Page 116: ...4 Damage Detection with Normal Sensitivity If anyone damages or enters your vehicle while your Content Theft Deterrent system is armed an alarm will sound and your parking lamps will flash for up to t...

Page 117: ...e lock control transmitter To customize this feature to your preference see Programmable Modes following Programmable Modes Your vehicle can be programmed to one of the following modes Mode 1 Power Do...

Page 118: ...doors with your key or remote lock control transmitter and the key is removed from the ignition D The system will disarm when you unlock the doors with your key or remote lock control transmitter Veh...

Page 119: ...o if your vehicle is equipped with the Content Theft Deterrent system remember to arm the system before exiting Sliding Door To open the sliding door from outside the vehicle pull the handle out and t...

Page 120: ...cing downward on a steep grade 15 percent or more the door may not stay open and could slam shut possibly injuring someone To make sure the door does not slam shut be sure to hold it open until everyo...

Page 121: ...with the switches inside your vehicle If you have the optional remote lock control system you can also operate the power sliding door with your remote transmitter See Remote Lock Control in the Index...

Page 122: ...nted switch in front of the passenger s sliding door or the remote lock control transmitter NOTICE When your vehicle goes through an automatic car wash be sure the power sliding door is turned off If...

Page 123: ...the buzzer will not sound indicating the door is not completely closed CAUTION If you shift the transaxle out of PARK P and accelerate before the power sliding door latches closed the door may reverse...

Page 124: ...h is clear before closing the door If you want to open the power sliding door when the switch is turned on pull the inside or outside handle and let go The door will open fully To open the power slidi...

Page 125: ...or all the way forward to the latched position Sliding Door Security Lock Your vehicle is equipped with a sliding door security lock that helps prevent young children or other passengers from opening...

Page 126: ...w the directions listed here It will be easier if you read through them once before beginning this procedure 1 Check to be sure the power sliding door is unlocked and securely closed 2 Turn the igniti...

Page 127: ...ate Once slightly opened the liftgate will rise by itself Lamps in the rear of the vehicle will come on illuminating the rear cargo area see Interior Lamps in the Index NOTICE Be sure there are no ove...

Page 128: ...mfort Controls in the Index D If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index Theft Vehicle theft is big business especially in some citi...

Page 129: ...ave to leave something valuable in your vehicle D Put your valuables in a storage area like your glove box D If your vehicle has a remote keyless entry system take the transmitter with you D Lock all...

Page 130: ...to let you know the system is arming After all doors and the liftgate are closed and locked the security light will begin flashing at a very slow rate to let you know the system is armed Arming with t...

Page 131: ...y Try programming the Content Theft Deterrent to Mode 1 If you continue to experience nuisance alarms you may want to try turning off damage detection by programming your Content Theft Deterrent to Mo...

Page 132: ...thod to start the vehicle will be discouraged because of the high number of electrical key codes When trying to start the vehicle if the engine does not start and the PASS KEY light comes on the key m...

Page 133: ...Key III system however is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS Key III system at this time If you lose or damage a PASS Key III key see yo...

Page 134: ...d They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in the vehicle with children With the ignition key in the ignition switch you can turn the switc...

Page 135: ...e is running But even when the engine is not running you can use RUN to operate your electrical power accessories and to display some instrument panel warning lights START E This position starts the e...

Page 136: ...ur ignition key to 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...

Page 137: ...igned 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...

Page 138: ...0 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to ke...

Page 139: ...rom the solenoid of the BTSI This ensures that the BTSI is operating properly If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P as you mai...

Page 140: ...ne doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your e...

Page 141: ...aged So if this happens have your vehicle serviced right away Until then you can use SECOND 2 when you are driving less than 35 mph 55 km h and AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D for higher speeds THIRD 3 This pos...

Page 142: ...til then you can use SECOND 2 when you are driving less than 35 mph 55 km h and THIRD 3 for higher speeds FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can u...

Page 143: ...with your left foot To release the tension on the parking brake cable you will need to apply about the same amount of pressure to the parking brake pedal as you did when you set the parking brake When...

Page 144: ...e 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 t...

Page 145: ...the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the engine running...

Page 146: ...lever out of PARK P before you release the parking brake If torque lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in...

Page 147: ...application Then move the shift lever into the gear you want If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the ignition key to OFF 2 Apply and hold the bra...

Page 148: ...s coming into your vehicle D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and D Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not to park with t...

Page 149: ...re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you re pu...

Page 150: ...window in the open position To close pull the center of the latch forward and then close the latch Press the center of the latch to secure the window in the closed position Power Rear Quarter Windows...

Page 151: ...your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the w...

Page 152: ...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 and check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index If you...

Page 153: ...es may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or...

Page 154: ...wash symbol on it Push in the bottom of the button to continue the intermittent wiper cycle after the washing cycle is completed Cruise Control With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25...

Page 155: ...cruise control back on 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 coul...

Page 156: ...elerator 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...

Page 157: ...urse applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off t...

Page 158: ...top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work so be sure it isn t covered The DRL system will make your front parking and turn signal lamps come on in daylight when D The ignition is on D the headlam...

Page 159: ...utomatically turns on your headlamps the fog lamps can be turned on when the headlamps switch is in any position Your fog lamps will go off when you switch to high beams Using your high beams in fog i...

Page 160: ...ng your key or the remote lock control transmitter if equipped and the ignition is in LOCK or OFF After 40 seconds have passed the interior lamps will slowly fade out The lamps will turn off before th...

Page 161: ...off or on see Multifunction Alarm Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index Exit Lighting With exit lighting the interior lamps will come on for about 25 seconds whenever you remove the key from the ign...

Page 162: ...utboard seating positions If your vehicle does not have dual sliding doors there is also a reading lamp in the second row on the driver s side To turn on either reading lamp press the lamp lens Dome L...

Page 163: ...ll turn off the lamps after only three minutes Mirrors Inside Day Night Rearview Mirror To reduce glare from lights behind you pull the lever toward you to the night position To return the mirror to t...

Page 164: ...ted when you activate the rear window defogger See Rear Window Defogger in the Index Storage Compartments Your vehicle s large carrying capacity can store many items If you have the extended wheelbase...

Page 165: ...de and the Power Quarter Windows For information on these switches see each of these features in the Index Overhead Console If Equipped The optional front overhead console has reading lamps a switchba...

Page 166: ...ing VelcroR 2 Peel the protective backing from the Velcro and press it firmly to the back of your garage door opener 3 Line up the button of the garage door opener with one of the four buttons on the...

Page 167: ...oor opener operates with the compartment door closed when you press the button Sunglasses Storage Compartment To open the sunglasses storage compartment in the overhead console press the release butto...

Page 168: ...either the coinholder which lifts out or another cassette The tray can be removed for cleaning or when you want to replace the selection of CDs or cassettes Slide the tray back into the storage bin be...

Page 169: ...e manual front passenger s seat To open the bin lift the handle and slide the drawer out Cupholders There are cupholders on the inboard side of the front passenger s seat and the right side of the sec...

Page 170: ...s on the floor The side of the convenience net closest to the front of the vehicle is higher than the side closest to the liftgate Once you ve loaded items into the net stretch the higher side of the...

Page 171: ...u take down the convenience nets to extend their life and retain their elasticity Front Seat Storage Net There is a storage net that stretches between the front seats Pull the hooks toward the passeng...

Page 172: ...other drivers to have a collision and of course damage your vehicle You may be able to carry something like this inside But never carry something longer or wider than the luggage carrier on top of you...

Page 173: ...ur vehicle For more information on vehicle capacity and loading see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you re driving check now and then to make sure the luggage c...

Page 174: ...em along the side rail Turn the tie downs clockwise to tighten them in place If you wish to attach the luggage tie downs or other compatible bicycle or ski accessory racks to the crossrail use the adj...

Page 175: ...e drawer to use the ashtray To remove the ashtray for cleaning grasp the edge of the ashtray with your fingertips and pull up and out in a rocking motion To use the lighter push it in all the way and...

Page 176: ...r Flip up the cover to expose the vanity mirror Lighted Visor Vanity Mirrors If Equipped Pull down the sun visor Flip up the cover to expose the vanity mirror The lamps will come on when you open the...

Page 177: ...inflator is located in the rear compartment on the driver s side To remove the cover pull the tab on the cover and pull it off The air inflator kit is stored in the glove box It includes a 20 foot 6...

Page 178: ...e Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index or see your dealer for service Your air inflator will automatically shut off after about 10 minutes To reset press the ON switch again Don t run your air infl...

Page 179: ...ower outlet is located in the rear compartment on the driver s side To remove the cover pull the tab on the cover and pull it off To replace the cover on the rear outlet line up the tabs at the back o...

Page 180: ...yellowblue 2 84 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 181: ...Vents G Audio System H Side Vents I Lamp Switch J Hood Release K Steering Wheel Touch Controls Option L Horn M Ignition Switch N Steering Wheel Touch Controls Option O Climate Controls P Rear Fan Cont...

Page 182: ...you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many other things you ll need to drive safely and economically The indicator warning l...

Page 183: ...e has probably tried to turn it back so the numbers may not be true You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old...

Page 184: ...is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions As you will see in the details on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they re worki...

Page 185: ...if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the air bag sensors the air bag modules the wiring and the diagnostic module For more information on the air bag system see Air Bag in the...

Page 186: ...you must drive a short distance with the light on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on the brake system...

Page 187: ...properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident If the light is still on after you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully...

Page 188: ...e you re driving your vehicle needs service If the light is on and the regular brake system warning light isn t on you still have brakes but you don t have anti lock brakes The anti lock brake system...

Page 189: ...ice Low Traction Light Option If your vehicle has the traction control system there will be a LOW TRACTION light on the instrument panel When your traction control system is limiting wheel spin the LO...

Page 190: ...oblems on the Road this manual shows what to do See Engine Overheating in the Index Engine Coolant Temperature Gage United States Canada This gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage poin...

Page 191: ...ration of the fuel ignition and emission control systems This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the l...

Page 192: ...s light should come on as a check to show you it is working when the ignition is on and the engine is not running If the light doesn t come on have it repaired This light will also come on during a ma...

Page 193: ...ld turn the light off Are you low on fuel As your engine starts to run out of fuel your engine may not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of air are sucked into the fuel line causing a...

Page 194: ...blem causing low oil pressure 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 as...

Page 195: ...es closed the door may reverse to the open position A child or others could fall out of the vehicle and be injured Always make sure the power sliding door is closed and latched before you drive away D...

Page 196: ...ition is on Here are four things that some owners ask about All these things are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage D At the gas station the gas pump shuts off before...

Page 197: ...o OFF then to ON If the light stays on see your dealer for service This light will also come on when you turn on the ignition but the engine is not running to show you it is working If it doesn t come...

Page 198: ...isplayed in this mode of operation Compass Temperature Mode One of eight compass readings and the outside temperature are displayed If the temperature is below 38_F 3_C the temperature reading will to...

Page 199: ...e compass reading is normally displayed To calibrate the compass in an area free from large metal objects make three 360_ turns The calibration symbol will turn off and the compass reading will be dis...

Page 200: ...eled with the remaining fuel The fuel economy used to calculate range is based on the last few hours of driving D FUEL USED Trip Fuel Used This shows the accumulated fuel used since the last reset D A...

Page 201: ...n 3 8 Ventilation System 3 9 Audio Systems 3 9 Setting the Clock 3 9 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control 3 14 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Con...

Page 202: ...ob controls the temperature of the air coming through the system Turn it counterclockwise toward the blue area for cooler air Turn it clockwise toward the red area for warmer air Mode Knob This knob s...

Page 203: ...ROST setting is selected the system will automatically go to OUTSIDE AIR mode Air Conditioning On very hot days your vehicle will cool down more quickly and economically if you open the windows long e...

Page 204: ...more quickly because the engine coolant is already warmed See Engine Coolant Heater in the Index Defogging and Defrosting To rapidly defrost the windshield turn the temperature control knob all the w...

Page 205: ...ouldn t be covered by your warranty Rear Climate Control Option If you have the optional rear climate control the rear seat passengers can control the temperature and the amount of air directed to the...

Page 206: ...sired setting for the amount of air to be directed to the rear of the vehicle The temperature of the air will be the same as the air in the front of the vehicle The rear fan control in the instrument...

Page 207: ...e will regulate both the front and rear climate control systems Rear Air Vents To maximize airflow through the rear heater outlet place the left bucket seat in the second row in the forward position s...

Page 208: ...o stop outside air from entering by turning the fan to OFF and pushing the RECIRCULATION button Ventilation Tips D Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as l...

Page 209: ...gineering that went into it Setting the Clock Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears Press and hold MN until the correct minute appears AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic T...

Page 210: ...you re not using it SEEK Press the right or left arrow to go to the next higher or lower station The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds and SCAN will appea...

Page 211: ...switch to manual and the AUTO TONE display will go blank If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them...

Page 212: ...tal or CrO2 and sets the pre emphasis Anytime a tape is inserted the top side is selected to play first PREV 1 Press this button or the left SEEK arrow to go to the previous selection on the tape if t...

Page 213: ...button to change to the tape function when the radio is on The tape symbol with an arrow will appear on the display when the tape is active If your system is equipped with a remote playback device pr...

Page 214: ...dicating the feature is active 4 Insert the adapter It will power up the radio and begin playing This override routine will remain active until EJECT is pressed AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player a...

Page 215: ...you re not using it SEEK Press the right or left arrow to go to the next higher or lower station The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds and SCAN will appea...

Page 216: ...switch to manual and the AUTO TONE display will go blank If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them...

Page 217: ...selection If you hold the button or press it more than once the player will continue moving back through the disc The sound will mute while seeking RDM 2 Press this button to hear the tracks in random...

Page 218: ...ll start playing where it was stopped If you press EJECT but don t remove the disc the player will pull the disc back in to protect it after about one minute If you leave a compact disc in the player...

Page 219: ...Automatic Tone Control while listening to a cassette tape press the up arrow to hear the next selection on the tape Press the down arrow to go back to the previous selection The SEEK button is inacti...

Page 220: ...conds This protects the disc and player from damage The disc will not start playing To remove the disc press the EJECT button and remove the disc from the player All of the compact disc functions are...

Page 221: ...currently playing Press RECALL again within five seconds to see how long the track has been playing When a new track starts to play the track number will also appear Press RECALL a third time and the...

Page 222: ...N 3 Turn the radio off 4 Press the 1 and 4 buttons together Hold them down until shows on the display Next you will use the secret code number which you have written down 5 Press MN and 000 will appea...

Page 223: ...o enter the correct code before INOP appears If you lose or forget your code contact your dealer Disabling the Theft Deterrent Feature Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds b...

Page 224: ...cassette tape or compact disc when the radio is playing MUTE Press this button to silence the system Press it again to turn on the sound This button may be used when listening to the radio a cassette...

Page 225: ...al can be loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage D...

Page 226: ...action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealership GM Part No 12...

Page 227: ...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...

Page 228: ...yellowblue 3 28 NOTES...

Page 229: ...e Driving 4 3 Drunken Driving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 11 Steering 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 16 Driving at Night 4 17 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4...

Page 230: ...st preventable 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...

Page 231: ...rink 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 dri...

Page 232: ...n some other countries it s even lower 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 a...

Page 233: ...cohol 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...

Page 234: ...bring 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...

Page 235: ...ll have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brakes ABS Your vehi...

Page 236: ...e wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver cou...

Page 237: ...oid a braking skid See Low Traction Light in the Index Traction Control System If Equipped Your vehicle may have a traction control system that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery...

Page 238: ...e the system on But you can turn the traction control system off if you ever need to You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud ice or snow See Rocking Your Vehicle in...

Page 239: ...you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you re in a curve speed is the one factor you can contro...

Page 240: ...irst apply your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right d...

Page 241: ...ssing another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgme...

Page 242: ...her cars are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check...

Page 243: ...eration skid are best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to g...

Page 244: ...oads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead D In remote areas watch for animals D If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest Night Vision No one can see as well at night a...

Page 245: ...night is made much worse by dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making the pupils of...

Page 246: ...ven 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...

Page 247: ...can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a...

Page 248: ...Get 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 e...

Page 249: ...entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check you...

Page 250: ...your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service expe...

Page 251: ...can 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 i...

Page 252: ...RAL 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 go...

Page 253: ...h and reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you...

Page 254: ...rol accelerate gently Try not to break the gentle traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more Your anti lock brakes improve your veh...

Page 255: ...to 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...

Page 256: ...only as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it ke...

Page 257: ...a dolly 2 Put the vehicle in PARK P 3 Set the parking brake and then remove the key 4 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing 5 Release the pa...

Page 258: ...with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle CAUTION Do not load your vehicle...

Page 259: ...Level Control Option On vehicles equipped with the optional electronic level control the rear of the vehicle is automatically kept level as you load or unload your vehicle However you should still not...

Page 260: ...he vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehicl...

Page 261: ...gine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads D You should use THIRD 3 or as you need to a lower gear when towing a trailer Operating your vehicle in THIRD 3 when towing a trailer...

Page 262: ...go you may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you will tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See...

Page 263: ...your vehicle are not intended for hitches Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper type hitches to them Use only a frame mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper D If you ll be pulling a t...

Page 264: ...ll be able to install adjust and maintain them properly Because you have anti lock brakes do not try to tap into your vehicle s brake system If you do both brake systems won t work well or at all Driv...

Page 265: ...rking This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working...

Page 266: ...iler lamps will also flash telling other drivers you re about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trail...

Page 267: ...dy to Leave After 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...

Page 268: ...yellowblue 4 40 NOTES...

Page 269: ...lems that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 3 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 9 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Engine Overheating 5 12 Cooling System 5 20 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 20...

Page 270: ...sh on and off Your hazard warning flashers button is on top of the steering column Press the button in to turn on your flashers Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in...

Page 271: ...g steps listed to do it safely On vehicles equipped with the optional power sliding door a low voltage battery or replacing a battery may cause the system to become inoperative See Power Sliding Door...

Page 272: ...damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system NOTICE If the other system isn t a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can b...

Page 273: ...arranty 4 Open the hoods and locate the batteries Find the positive and negative terminals on each battery CAUTION An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you K...

Page 274: ...accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 6 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could...

Page 275: ...nnect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 9 Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal Don t let the...

Page 276: ...ry is much less 11 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 12 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs se...

Page 277: ...is essential that the correct towing equipment is used to tow a vehicle Your vehicle can be towed with wheel lift or car carrier equipment Don t have your vehicle towed on the drive wheels unless you...

Page 278: ...l notice a significant loss in power and engine performance The low coolant light may come on and the temperature gage will indicate an overheat condition exists Towing a trailer in the overheat prote...

Page 279: ...ly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly dam...

Page 280: ...ues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s still no sign of steam idle the engine for three minutes while you re parked If you still have the warning turn off the engine and get ev...

Page 281: ...the cooling system CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine...

Page 282: ...ey aren t your vehicle needs service How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at or above the FULL COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture o...

Page 283: ...ot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at or above th...

Page 284: ...y They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot...

Page 285: ...ure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to...

Page 286: ...proper coolant mixture 4 Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans 5 By this time the coolant level inside the radiat...

Page 287: ...uring this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this 7 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the F...

Page 288: ...hicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat the n...

Page 289: ...nd change a tire Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you ll need is in the storage compartment at the rear of the vehicle on the passenger s side Remove the side convenience net Open the j...

Page 290: ...D Spare Tire E Extension Chisel End F Wrench The compact spare tire is located under the vehicle ahead of the rear bumper See Compact Spare Tire later in this section for more information about the c...

Page 291: ...yellowblue 5 23 Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable so it can be pulled up through the wheel opening The tools you ll be using include the jack A extension B and folding wrench C...

Page 292: ...cle has aluminum wheels use the handle of the folding wrench to pry the large center cap off Then with the other end of the folding wrench loosen the nuts If your vehicle has the plastic bolt on wheel...

Page 293: ...back to the starting position This avoids taking the wrench off the lug nut for each turn For wheels with a wheel lock key use the wheel lock key between the lock nut and wrench The key is supplied i...

Page 294: ...t raise the vehicle yet Put the compact spare tire near you CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Nev...

Page 295: ...the flat tire 7 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel CAUTION Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become...

Page 296: ...ausing a serious accident 8 Install the spare tire and replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 9 Lower...

Page 297: ...e nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 lb ft 140 N m NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel...

Page 298: ...cross the underside of the wheel 4 When the tire is almost in the stored position turn the tire so the valve is towards the rear of the vehicle This will help when you check and maintain tire pressure...

Page 299: ...ew it can lose air after a time Check the inflation pressure regularly It should be 60 psi 420 kPa After installing the compact spare on your vehicle you should stop as soon as possible and make sure...

Page 300: ...e your vehicle and can damage the chains too Don t use tire chains on your compact spare If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck you will need to spin th...

Page 301: ...If your vehicle has traction control you should turn your traction control system off See Traction Control System in the Index Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear spinning...

Page 302: ...yellowblue 5 34 NOTES...

Page 303: ...enger Compartment Air Filter Replacement 6 18 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 21 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 21 Thermostat 6 21 Engine Coolant 6 25 Power Steering Fluid 6 26 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 27 Brake...

Page 304: ...If 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...

Page 305: ...recommended that the gasoline meet specifications which have been developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association AAMA and endorsed by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Associati...

Page 306: ...our service station operator whether or not the fuel contains MMT General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines If fuels containing MMT are used spark plug life may be reduced and your e...

Page 307: ...bility ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving You can also write us at the following address for advice Just tell us where you re goi...

Page 308: ...g in it if you let go of the cap too soon it will spring back to the right CAUTION If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you...

Page 309: ...tank and emissions system may be damaged See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static...

Page 310: ...nderhood electric fan CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic o...

Page 311: ...he hood prop may be hot due to increased engine temperatures under the hood so be careful when handling it Use your hood prop sleeve when handling the hood prop Pull forward on the hood prop to releas...

Page 312: ...and Relay Center B Remote Positive Terminal C Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir D Radiator Pressure Cap E Power Steering Fluid Reservoir F Engine Oil Fill Location G Engine Oil Dipstick H Transaxle F...

Page 313: ...e information see Low Oil Level Light in the Index You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order...

Page 314: ...he right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil...

Page 315: ...nstitute 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 yo...

Page 316: ...otection for your engine at extremely low temperatures Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil Your dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added When to Change Engine O...

Page 317: ...operly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a real threat to the environment If you change...

Page 318: ...drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner filter off NOTICE If the air cleaner filter is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into...

Page 319: ...will pull straight out To remove the second reach in and slide it toward the opening Pull the second filter out 4 Replace the filters by reversing Step 3 Make sure the filters are inserted so that th...

Page 320: ...e under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter at 100 000 miles 166 000 km See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult yo...

Page 321: ...shift lever in PARK P D With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P D Let the e...

Page 322: ...he level into the cross hatched area on the dipstick 1 Pull out the dipstick 2 Using a long neck funnel add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level It doesn t take much fluid...

Page 323: ...you replace your thermostat a GM thermostat is recommended Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOLR engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle...

Page 324: ...e a mixture of one half clean drinkable water and one half DEX COOLR coolant which won t damage aluminum parts If you use this coolant mixture you don t need to add anything else CAUTION Adding only p...

Page 325: ...dealer check your cooling system NOTICE If you use the proper coolant you don t have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system These can be harmful Checking Coolant The en...

Page 326: ...n allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a l...

Page 327: ...Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool 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 tigh...

Page 328: ...e cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY 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 rea...

Page 329: ...ke system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later 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...

Page 330: ...oir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid NOTICE D Using t...

Page 331: ...climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent...

Page 332: ...e 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 w...

Page 333: ...op or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps 1 Open the hood 2 Remove the front turn signal parking lamp assembly See...

Page 334: ...cal connector by lifting up the blue tabs and pulling the bulb out 7 Replace the new bulb through the black retainer ring and into the electrical connector Push the bulb firmly enough so that the blue...

Page 335: ...in the lamp support bracket while placing the holes in the assembly over the bolts where the wing nuts attach 10 Replace and tighten the wing nuts 11 Replace the parking turn signal lamp assembly by...

Page 336: ...ssembly away from the vehicle 4 Unscrew the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by pressing the tab while turning it counterclockwise 5 Replace the bulb by pulling the old one out and gently pushing th...

Page 337: ...lamp assembly with the headlamp assembly lift up the parking turn signal lamp assembly until the upper edge is contacting the fender 9 Fasten the parking turn signal lamp assembly to the headlamp asse...

Page 338: ...bs on the back of the assembly with the slots in the fender Engage the lower clip on the front of the lamp assembly keeping the upper tab on the parking turn signal lamp assembly inboard of the headla...

Page 339: ...away from the assembly 5 Replace the bulb s by pulling the old one s out and gentlypushingthenewone s intothebulbholdersocket A Taillamp Bulb B Back Up Lamp Bulb C Turn Signal Lamp Bulb D Stop Taillam...

Page 340: ...o remove the Sheperd s Hook type 1 Turn the wipers on to the lowest intermittent setting 2 Turn off the ignition while the wipers are at the outer positions of the wipe pattern The blades are more acc...

Page 341: ...ut and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause se...

Page 342: ...ire 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 R...

Page 343: ...es always use the correct rotation pattern shown here Don t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as show...

Page 344: ...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 Per...

Page 345: ...th the wheels on your vehicle Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades ti...

Page 346: ...gned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades a...

Page 347: ...ow the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your whe...

Page 348: ...tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible wi...

Page 349: ...D Lacquer Thinner D Nail Polish 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 the...

Page 350: ...b it roughly 5 As soon as you ve cleaned the section use a sponge to remove the suds 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean damp towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning...

Page 351: ...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...

Page 352: ...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 Backg...

Page 353: ...se 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 pe...

Page 354: ...oon 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 th...

Page 355: ...erbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed accelerated corrosion rust can occur on the underbody parts such as fu...

Page 356: ...last plastic rubber and vinyl 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels and floor mats 1052929 16 oz 0 473 L Wheel Cleaner Spray on and rinse...

Page 357: ...tle 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 Identificati...

Page 358: ...y an internal circuit breaker in the instrument panel fuse panel An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp wiring c...

Page 359: ...nd don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage or use one of the spare fuses in the underhood fuse and relay center Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get al...

Page 360: ...rument Cluster to PRNDL Indicators PWR MIRROR Power Remote Control Mirror Switch CRUISE Cruise Control Module Switch and Release Switch PWR QTR VENT Interior Lamps and Multifunction Switch Power Vent...

Page 361: ...oplamp Switch Fuses Usage ABS MOD BATT Electronic Brake Control Module Electronic Brake Traction Control Module EBCM EBTCM CAN VENT SOL Evaporative Emissions EVAP Canister Vent Solonoid Valve ELC Elec...

Page 362: ...Door Actuator Front and Rear Window Defogger Relay BCM PRGRM Body Control Module BCM RH HEADLP LOW Not Used RH HEADLP HIGH Not Used PCM IGN MAIN Relay and PCM Underhood Fuse and Relay Center This fus...

Page 363: ...ses Instrument Panel ABS TCS IGN CRUISE DRL ELEC PRNDL IGN 1 PSD SIR T SIG and PCM IGN MAIN Relay Underhood Electrical Center Fuses A C CLU ELEK IGN IGN 1 U H INJ TCC 6 COOL FAN 1 Coolant Fans 7 BATT...

Page 364: ...9 SPARE Not Used 20 Not Used Mini Fuse Usage 21 IGN1 UH Evaporative Emissions EVAP Canister Purge Valve Heated Oxygen Sensors 1 and 2 Mass Air Flow MAF Sensor 22 SPARE Not Used 23 SPARE Not Used 24 SP...

Page 365: ...39 Spare Not Used 40 Mini Fuse Puller Replacement Bulbs Headlamps 9004 HBI Front Turn Signal Parking Lamps 3157 NA or 3157 NAK Front Sidemarker Lamps 194 Stop Taillamps Top 3057 Signal Lamps 2nd from...

Page 366: ...luid 1 gallon 0 37 L See Air Conditioning Refrigerants later in this section NOTE All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual Engi...

Page 367: ...ength 16 0 inches 40 6 cm Type Sheperd s Hook Vehicle Dimensions Regular Wheel Base Length 187 4 inches 475 9 cm Width 72 0 inches 183 0 cm Height 67 4 inches 171 2 cm Wheelbase 112 0 inches 284 5 cm...

Page 368: ...yellowblue 6 66 NOTES...

Page 369: ...afety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 8 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 7 22 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7...

Page 370: ...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...

Page 371: ...p keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your dealer s service department or another qualified service center should perform Pa...

Page 372: ...rt 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 wi...

Page 373: ...ld follow this schedule if you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km En...

Page 374: ...ntenance services Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages Long Trip Highway Definition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the conditions from the Sho...

Page 375: ...les 83 000 km Automatic Transaxle Service severe conditions only Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection or every 60 months whichever oc...

Page 376: ...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 v...

Page 377: ...rst An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pa...

Page 378: ...ge engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emissio...

Page 379: ...rol Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Replace passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index...

Page 380: ...information See footnote 33 000 Miles 55 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 36 000 Miles 60 000 km j Change engine oil and filte...

Page 381: ...very 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote 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 k...

Page 382: ...ion pattern and additional information See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy...

Page 383: ...first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation...

Page 384: ...ion Control Service j Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emi...

Page 385: ...00 Miles 115 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 72 000 Miles 120 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichev...

Page 386: ...km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tir...

Page 387: ...footnote 87 000 Miles 145 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 90 000 Miles 150 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3...

Page 388: ...trol Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Replace passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Inde...

Page 389: ...g frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your...

Page 390: ...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...

Page 391: ...trol Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Replace passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Ind...

Page 392: ...otation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service 37 500 Miles 62 500 km j Change engine oil and filter...

Page 393: ...ation pattern and additional information See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heav...

Page 394: ...months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Replace passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tir...

Page 395: ...ntrol Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Replace passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the In...

Page 396: ...Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 97 500 Miles 162 500 km j Change engine oil and filter...

Page 397: ...frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your a...

Page 398: ...heck the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOLR coolant mixtur...

Page 399: ...amaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield Also see Wiper Blades Cleaning in the Index Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and n...

Page 400: ...orks in any other position your vehicle needs service Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock BTSI Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be...

Page 401: ...oll Be ready to apply 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 bra...

Page 402: ...ions or other conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust in the Index Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hos...

Page 403: ...wrenchR 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 Brak...

Page 404: ...requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood and Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Rear Folding Seat Fuel Door Hinge Liftgate H...

Page 405: ...s provided 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 mainte...

Page 406: ...yellowblue 7 38 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 407: ...e for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 6 Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program Features and Benefits 8 7 Canadian Roads...

Page 408: ...partments 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...

Page 409: ...ion or title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield D Dealership name and location D Vehicle delivery date and present mileage When contacting Oldsmobi...

Page 410: ...50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its parti...

Page 411: ...If toll free service is not available in the Caribbean call Puerto Rico 1 787 763 1315 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse yo...

Page 412: ...s a day 365 days a year We will provide the following services during the Bumper to Bumper warranty period at no expense to you D Fuel delivery D Lock out service identification required D Tow to the...

Page 413: ...e hope you never have the occasion to use our service it is added security while traveling for you and your family Remember we re only a phone call away Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance 1 800 442 OLDS 6...

Page 414: ...ncludes a one way shuttle ride to a destination up to 10 miles from the dealership Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs reimbursement up to 3...

Page 415: ...Complete Vehicle Coverage period of the General Motors of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty alternative transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation Program Please consult your...

Page 416: ...SA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the W...

Page 417: ...MI 48343 6006 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa...

Page 418: ...mation 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 15 00 Without P...

Page 419: ...99 90 00 1999 50 00 1999 15 00 1999 10 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 5 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax See Note Below GM OLD ORD99 Prices are subject to ch...

Page 420: ...yellowblue 8 14 NOTES...

Page 421: ...rigerants 6 64 Air Inflator 2 81 Alignment and Balance Tire 6 45 Aluminum Wheels Cleaning 6 52 Antenna Integrated Windshield 3 27 Antifreeze 6 21 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 2 91 4 7 Brakes 4...

Page 422: ...21 Replacing 1 22 Carbon Monoxide 2 52 4 28 4 36 Cassette Deck Service 7 30 Tape Player 3 9 Tape Player Care 3 26 CD Adapter Kits 3 14 Center Rear Passenger Position Bench Seat 1 52 Bucket Seat 1 54...

Page 423: ...t 2 33 Arming Confirmation 2 34 Arming with the Power Lock Switch 2 34 Arming with the Remote Lock Control Transmitter 2 34 Arming with Your Key 2 34 Disarming with the Remote Lock Control Transmitter...

Page 424: ...5 Electrical System 6 56 Electronic Level Control 4 31 Engine 6 10 Air Cleaner Filter 6 15 Coolant 6 21 Coolant Heater 2 41 Coolant Level Check 7 30 Coolant Temperature Gage 2 94 Coolant Temperature W...

Page 425: ...tomatic Transaxle 2 43 Glove Box 2 68 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 5 GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 6 54 Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR 4 30 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVW...

Page 426: ...2 66 Exit Lighting 2 65 Exterior 2 61 Fog 2 63 Illuminated Entry 2 64 Interior 2 63 On Reminder 2 62 Last Door Closed Locking 2 6 Last Door Closed Locking and Lockout Prevention 2 16 Leaving Your Vehi...

Page 427: ...e Inspections 7 34 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 35 Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 4 Short Trip City Definition 7 5 Short Trip City Intervals 7 5 Maintenance Underbody 6 53 Maintenance When Tr...

Page 428: ...S KeyR III Security Light 2 99 Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 34 Portable Fuel Container Filling a 6 7 Power Accessory Outlets 2 83 Door Locks 2 5 Option Fuses 6 56 Remote Control Mirrors 2 67 Sea...

Page 429: ...nt System Parts After a Crash 1 89 Split Bench Seat 1 12 Reporting Safety Defects 8 10 Resetting the Power Sliding Door 2 30 Restraints Checking 1 88 Head 1 6 Reminder Light 1 24 2 92 Replacing Parts...

Page 430: ...Service 6 2 Bulletins Ordering 8 12 Engine Soon Light 2 95 Manuals Ordering 8 12 Parts Identification Label 6 55 Publications Ordering 8 12 Work Doing Your Own 6 2 Service and Appearance Care 6 1 Serv...

Page 431: ...ring Wheel 2 55 Time Setting the 3 9 Tire Chains 6 46 Tire Loading 4 29 Tire Loading Information Label 4 29 Tires 6 39 Alignment and Balance 6 45 Buying New 6 42 Chains 6 46 Changing a Flat 5 20 Clean...

Page 432: ...and Relay Center 6 60 Vehicle Control 4 6 Damage Warnings iv Dimensions 6 65 Identification Number 6 55 Loading 4 29 Storage 6 30 Ventilation System 3 8 Visors Lighted Vanity Mirrors 2 80 Sun 2 80 Van...

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