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Страница 3: ...formation and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions Section 5 Problems onthe Road This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or engine overheating etc Section 6 Service 81Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section tells you w...

Страница 4: ...ice keep in mind that your Chevrolet dealerknows your vehicle best and is interested in your complete satisfaction Your dealer invites you to return for all of your service needs both during and after the warranty period Remember if you have a concern and need help handling it to your satisfaction see the procedure in the Chevrolet Truck Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet Thanks for...

Страница 5: ...irst sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH National Institute for II AUTOMOTIVE EXCELLENCE For Canadian OwnersWho Prefer a French Language Manual Aux proprie tclires canadiens Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de ce guide en franqais chez votre c...

Страница 6: ...Model Reference This manual covers these models REGULAR CAB PICKUP EXTENDED CAB PICKUP CREW CAB CHASSIS CAB 3500 HD CHASSIS CAB iv ...

Страница 7: ...mber where you ll find it Safety Warningsand Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box with gray background and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignorethe warning A CAUTION These mean thereis something thatcouldhurt you or other people In the gray caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to...

Страница 8: ...o help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors orin different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use yellow for cautions blue for notices and the words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols These aresome of the symbols you will find on your vehicle For example these svmbols are used on an original battery Cautron...

Страница 9: ...sengers whenever your vehicle is driven Fasten Safety Door LocWUnlock Belts These symbols have to do with your lights Master Lighting Switch O Fog Lights Turn Signal Direction Daytime Running Lights A Hazard Warning Headlight Flasher High Beam vii ...

Страница 10: ...er w Windshield Defroster Ventilating Fan These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights Engine coo ant Temperature Battery Charging System Brake ANTI LOCK 4 Wheel Anti Lock i I Fuel Parking Brake Release Rear Window Defogger Engine Oil Pressure SHIFT Shift Light Vlll ...

Страница 11: ...Here are some other symbols you may see Fuse Lighter I Hood Release I Horn I b I Speaker ix ...

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Страница 13: ...his section tells you about the seats how to adjust them and fold them up and down It also tells you about reclining front seatbacks and head restraints Manual Front Seat A CAUTION You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the dr...

Страница 14: ...st it with this switch at the outside edge of the seat You can use the round center switch knob to move the seat where you want it To raise the seat move the knob up To lower the seat move the knob down To move the seat forward move the knob toward the front of the vehicle To move the seat rearward move the knob toward the rear of the vehicle You can also raise and lower the front and rear of the ...

Страница 15: ...when the lower seatbackreaches the desired level of support To decrease support press and hold the rear of the rocker switch Let go of the switch when the lower seatback reaches the desired level of support Reclining Fronf Seatbacks To adjust the seatback lift the front of this lever Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it Pull up on the front of the leverand the seatbackwill go t...

Страница 16: ... seatback folds forward to let you access the rear of the cab Your seatback will move back and forth freely unless you come to a sudden stop Then it will lock in place If youhave a Crew Cab your front seatback is designed not to fold forward Access to the rear of the cab isavailable by using the rear doors 1 4 ...

Страница 17: ...right position just push the seatback rearward until it latches After returning the seatback to its upright position pull the seatback forward to make sure it is locked A CAUTION If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked Easy Entry Seat Extended Cab O...

Страница 18: ...hen youdo the seat bottom will release Just pull or push the seat forward until it stops To return the seat to itsregular position return the seatback to itsupright position then push the whole seat rearward until it latches After returning the seat to itsregular position try to move the seat with your body to make sure theseat is locked into place 1 6 ...

Страница 19: ...tion pull the seatback forward to make sure it is locked To store the seat pull forward on the RELEASElever at the side of the seat cushion behind the passenger side front seat Fold the seatback forward until it latches with the seat cushion Lift the entire seat and push it rearward into place To use the seat pull the entire seat forward until it is flat Then pull forward on the RELEASE lever at t...

Страница 20: ...ou come to a sudden stop Then it will lock into place Seatback Latch Rear Bench Seat With Center Armrest The rearseatback folds forward to let you access the area behind it To fold a seatback forward pull this lever forward and fold the seatback forward To return the seatback to the upright position just push the seatback rearward until it latches After returning the seatback to its upright positi...

Страница 21: ...ten your sa ety belt and check that your passengers beltsare fastened properlytoo Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light inthe Index In many 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 have a crash you don t know if it will be a bad one A few crashes a...

Страница 22: ...BeltsWork When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take thesimplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it Get it up tospeed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop 1 10 ...

Страница 23: ...al vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 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 belts make such good sense 1 11 ...

Страница 24: ...t s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I m a good driver and I never drive farfrom home why should I A You may be an excellent driver but if you re in an accident even wear safety belts one that isn t your fault you and your passengers can be hurt Being a good driver doesn t protect you from things beyond your control such as bad drivers Most accid...

Страница 25: ...you On some models you may hear a clicking sound as the belt is pulled out This is the feature that reduces shoulder belt tension operating properly Don t let the belt get twisted 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button o...

Страница 26: ...id under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries Theshoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop ora crash Q What s wrong with this I 8 A The shoulderbelt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection thi...

Страница 27: ...inst your body Q What s wrong with this A The belt is buckled in the wrong place A CAUTION You can be seriouslyinjured if your beltis buckled in thewrong place likethis In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause seriousinternal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 15 ...

Страница 28: ...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 notat the pelvic bones and that could cause serious orfatal injuries Be sure the belt goesunder thearmrests 1 16 ...

Страница 29: ... seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which wouldincrease the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 17 ...

Страница 30: ...across the body To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle The belt should go back out of the way Before you close the door be sure the belt is out of the way If you slam the door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle 1 18 ...

Страница 31: ...aring your safety belt even if you have an air bag Wearing your safety beltduring a crash helps reduceyour chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejectedfrom it The air bag is onlya upplementalrestraint That is it works with safety beltsbut doesn t replace them Air bags are designed to work only inmoderate to severe crashes where thefront of your vehicle hits something They aren t de...

Страница 32: ...Always wear your safety belt even withan air bag and sit as farback as you can while still maintaining control of your vehicle There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows AIR BAG The system checks the airbag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information How the Air...

Страница 33: ... help the occupant In any particular crash no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costswere Inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and the vehicle s deceleration Vehicle damage is only one indication of this The airbag system is designed towork properly under a wide range of conditions includingoff ...

Страница 34: ...leaving the vehicle h A CAUTION When an air bag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but can t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window o...

Страница 35: ... close to an air bag when it inflates Avoid wireswrapped with yellowtape or yellow connectors Theyare probably part of the air bag system Be sure to folfow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so Adding Equipmentto Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Q If1add apush bumper or a bicycle rack to the front of my vehicle will it keep the air bugfrom wo...

Страница 36: ...mer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure in the Index Safety BeltUse During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be wor...

Страница 37: ...of the belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again Center Passenger Position Lap Belt When you sit in a center seatingposition you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug 1 25 ...

Страница 38: ...Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike othersin the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Exte...

Страница 39: ...twisted Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at theend of this section Make surethe release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the sa...

Страница 40: ...ldcause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash A CAUTION You canbe seriously hurt if your shoulderbelt is too loose Ina crashyou would moveforwardtoo much which could increase injwy The shoulderbelt shouldfit agai...

Страница 41: ... hear a clickingsound as the belt is pulled out This is the feature that reduces shoulderbelt tension operating properly Don t let the belt gettwisted plate to make sure it is secure When the lap beltis pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section 2 Push the latch plate i...

Страница 42: ...he hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lapbelt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could causeserious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt shouldgo over the shoulder and across the chest These partsof the body are best able totake belt restraining forces 1 30 ...

Страница 43: ...lerchildren and babies shouldalwaysbe restrained in a child or infant restraint The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right type and size for your child A very young child ship bones are so smallthat a regular belt might not stay low on the hips as it should Instead the belt will likely be overthe child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force right on the child s ab...

Страница 44: ...much until a crash Duringa crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example ina crash at only 25 mph 40 kmh a 12 pound 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 pound 110kg forceon your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold Securethe baby inan infant restraint 1 32 ...

Страница 45: ...are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rear seat unless the childis an infant and you re the only adult in the vehicle In that case you might want to secure the restraint in the front seat where you can keep an eye on the baby Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep ...

Страница 46: ...raint has one 1 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint 2 Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed If the shoulde...

Страница 47: ...ile you push down on the child restraint Make sure the buckle end of the belt is pulled out all the way 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger secure 1 35 ...

Страница 48: ...seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint 2 Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulderportions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 4 Buckle ...

Страница 49: ...tractor while you push down on the child restraint 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 1 37 ...

Страница 50: ...part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt 2 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint 3 Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say 1 38 ...

Страница 51: ...re it is secure If the child restraint isn t secure turn the latch plate over and buckle it again Then see if it issecure If it isn t secure the restraint in a different place in the vehicle and contact the child restraint maker for their advice about how to attach the child restraint properly To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready to work for an adu...

Страница 52: ...ehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructionswill show you how If the shoulder belt goes in frontof the child s face orneck put it behind the child restraint 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 Pull therest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor t...

Страница 53: ...nbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it goback all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Larger Children Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle s safety belts If you have the choice a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a sh...

Страница 54: ...rushed together and seriouslyinjured A belt mustbe used by only one person at a time Q What if a child is wearinga lap shoulder belt but the child isso smallthat the shoulder belt is very close tothe child s faceor neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restr...

Страница 55: ...e hips just touchingthe child s thighs This appliesbelt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt isn t long enough to fasten your dealer will order you an extender It s free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coatyou will wear so the extender will be longenough for you The ...

Страница 56: ...ve had a crash do you need newbelts After a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new belts If you ever seea label on the right front passenger s safety belt in an Extended Cab model that says to replace the belt be sure to do so Then the new belt will be there to help protect you in an accide...

Страница 57: ...ind themodel number on the CertificatiodTire label of your vehicle See Certification T ire Label in the Index The model number on the replacement belt may be listed on the safety belt you want to replace Pull the lap belt all the way out to see this label If there is no model number listed on the safety belt see your dealer to make sure you get the correctpart number for the replacement belt 1 45 ...

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Страница 59: ...e many standard and optional features on your vehicle and information on starting shifting and braking Also explained are theinstrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to doif you have a problem Keys 2 1 ...

Страница 60: ...r will be able to assist you with obtaining new ones I NOTICE Your vehicle hasa number of new features that can help prevent theft But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your key inside You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in So be sure you have an extra key 2 2 ...

Страница 61: ...Your Doors and How They Work Side Doors To open the door from the outside pull the handle up and pull the door open To open the door from the inside pull the lever toward you and push the door open 2 3 ...

Страница 62: ...s securely Tailgate Removal The tailgate on your vehicle can be removed to allow for different loading situations Although the tailgate can be removed without assistance you may want someone to assist you with the removal to avoid possible finish damage To remove the tailgate Raise the tailgate slightly and release both retaining cable clips To release the cable clips lift the cable so it points s...

Страница 63: ...ocedure tore install Make sure the tailgate is secure Door Locks e With the tailgate at a slightupward angle pull back on the tailgate at the right edge and then move the tailgate to the right to release the left edge 2 5 ...

Страница 64: ...door down To unlock the door slide the lever up Press the side of the power door lock switch marked LOCK on either front door to lock all the doors at once Press the ribbed side of the switch to unlock all the doors at once On Crew Cab models the switch on each rear door works only that door s lock It won t lock or unlock all of the doors that s a safety feature 2 6 ...

Страница 65: ...ement has a maximum range 0 Check the distance You may be too farfrom your vehicle This product Check the location Other vehicles or objectsmay be blocking the signal See your GM dealer or a qualifiedtechnician for service Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment Operation To unlock the driver s door press t...

Страница 66: ...ave to get close to your vehicle before the transmitterworks it s probably time to change the batteries Use two Duracell type DL2016 or asimilar type To replace the batteries i last 1 Insert a dime in the side seam of the transmitter housing near the key ring hole 2 Twist the dime to separate the two halves of the transmitter housing 3 Remove and replace the batteries Put the new batteries in with...

Страница 67: ...e it s best to lock it upand take your keys But what if you have to leave your ignition key What if you have to leavesomething valuable in your vehicle Put your valuables in a storage area like your glove box Lock all the doors except the driver s New Vehicle Break ln NOTICE Your modern vehicle doesn t need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidel...

Страница 68: ...o get into ACC push in the key and turn it toward you Your steering wheel will remain locked just as it was before you inserted the key LOCK This position locks your ignition steering wheel and transmission It s a theft deterrent feature You will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK OFF This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel It d...

Страница 69: ...hile you turn thekey hard But turn the key only with your hand Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch If none of this works then your vehicle needs service Key Release blutton To Remove the Key The ignition key cannot be removed from the ignition of manual transmissian vehicles unless the key release button is used On manual transmission vehicles turn the key to the LO...

Страница 70: ...tral Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine Your vehicle won t start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down that s a safety feature To start your 4 3 Liter V6 CodeZ or 5 0 Liter V8 CodeH engine 1 Without pushing the acceleratorpedal turn your ignition key to START When the enginestarts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm NOTICE Holding your ...

Страница 71: ...dal turn your ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idlespeed will go down as your engine getswarm NOTICE Holdingyour key in START for longer than 15 secondsat a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner Andthe excessive heat can damageyour starter motor 2 If it doesn t startright away hold your key in START If it doesn t start in three seconds push the ac...

Страница 72: ...ly through deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving In Snow Diesel Engines When driving in a heavy snowstorm or in swirling snow with a diesel engine snow ca...

Страница 73: ...ight goes off IMMEDIATELY turn the ignition key to START When the engine starts letgo of the key The longer you wait to start afterthe light goes off the harder it willbe to start the engine NOTICE Holding your key in START for longer than 15 secondsat a time will causeyour battery to be drained much sooner Andthe excessive heat can damageyour starter motor 4 If the enginedoes not start after 15se...

Страница 74: ...en the outsidetemperature drops below 0 F 1 8O C use yourengine coolant heater If you park your vehicle in a garage you shouldn t need touse the coolant heater until thegarage temperature goes below 0 F 1 8O C no matter how cold itis outside To use the engine coolant heater first turn off the engine Then open the hood unwrap the electricalcord and plugit in It uses normal house voltage 110 volts b...

Страница 75: ... Fuel Requirements and Fuel System in the Index If you re not out of fuel and your engine won t start do this Turn your ignition key to RUN Make sure thatthe GLOW PLUGS light is out Then IMMEDIATELY turn the ignition key to START If the light doesn t go off wait a few seconds then try starting your engine again And see your dealer as soon as you can for a starting system check If the light comes o...

Страница 76: ...eater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle To use the coolantheater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord 3 Plug it intoa normal grounded 110 volt outlet A CAUTION Pluggingthe cord into an ungrounded outlet could causean electricalshock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously ...

Страница 77: ...your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission it now features an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument cluster This display must be powered anytime the shift lever is capable of being moved out of the PARK P position This means that if your key is in the OFF position but not locked there will be a small current drain on your battery which could discharge your battery ...

Страница 78: ...ur vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transmission see If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice orSnow in the Index NEUTRAL N In this position your engine 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 2 20 ...

Страница 79: ...ls or foroff road driving Select THIRD GEAR 3 when operating the vehicle under any of these conditions THIRD GEAR 3 This is like but you never go intoOverdrive You should use THIRD GEAR 3 when towing a trailer carrying a heavy load driving on steep hills or foroff road driving SECOND GEAR 2 This position gives you more power but lower he1economy You can use SECOND GEAR 2 on hills It can help contr...

Страница 80: ...sion Use your brakesor shift intoPARK P to hold your vehicle in positionon a hill Five Speed Manual Transmission With Low Gear If you have a five speed manual transmission with low gear RPO MW3 this is your shift pattern Here s how to operate your transmission LOW GEAR 1 is intended only for heavy loads and is not recommended for normal driving 0 LOW GEAR 1 Press the clutch pedal and shift into LO...

Страница 81: ...Shift intothe higher forward gears the sameway you do for SECOND GEAR 3 Slowly let upon the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal To Stop Let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just beforethe vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift toNEUTRAL N 0 NEUTRAL N Use this position when you start or idleyour engine REVERSE R To back up first press dow...

Страница 82: ...s the clutch pedal as you let up on the acceleratorpedal and shift into SECONDGEAR 2 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal THIRD GEAR 3 FOURTH GEAR 4 and FIFTH GEAR 5 Shift into THIRD GEAR 3 FOURTH GEAR 4 and FIFTH GEAR 5 the sameway you do for SECONDGEAR 2 Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal To Stop Let up onthe accelerator peda...

Страница 83: ...if weather road and traffic conditions let you For the best fuel economy accelerate slowly and shift when the lightcomes on While you accelerate itis normal for the lightto go on and off if you quickly change the position of the accelerator Ignore the SHIFT light when you downshift Four wheel Drive Vehicles Only If your vehicle has four wheel drive and is equipped with a manual transmission disreg...

Страница 84: ...72 80 45 72 LOW GEAR 1 is intended only for heavy loads and is not recommended for normal driving If your speed drops below 20 mph 32 km h or if the engineis not running smoothly you should downshift to the next lower gear You may have to downshift two or more gears tokeep the engine running smoothly or for good performance NOTICE If you skip more than one gear when you downshift or if you race th...

Страница 85: ...the vehicle Parking Brake To set the parking brake Hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot If the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on To release the parking brake Hold the regular brake pedal down Pull the lever locatedjust above the parking brake pedal marked BRAKE RELEASE to release the parking brake If t...

Страница 86: ...3500 HD model it is recommended that the propshaft mounted parking brake be burnished as part of the new vehicle break in The parking brake will work best after it has been burnished following these instructions Make 10 ten stops using the parking brake footpedal from 20 mph 32 km h about 2 1 2 miles 4k m apart In between stops drive the vehicle at 20 mph 32 km h Torque Lock When parking theweight...

Страница 87: ...ift lever into PARK P position like this Pull the lever toward you Move the lever upas far as it will go 3 If you have four wheel drive be sure the transfer case is in a drivegear not in NEUTRAL N 4 Move the ignition key to LOCK 5 Remove the key and take it with you If you can walk away from your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P 2 29 ...

Страница 88: ...leave it After you ve moved the shift lever into the PARK P position hold the regular brakepedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque lock Automatic Transmission If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transmission into PARK P properly the weig...

Страница 89: ... REVERSE R turnoff the engine and firmly apply the parking brake If you have four wheel drive be sure your transfer case isin a drive gear Your vehicle could roll if it isn t If you are parking on ahill or if your pulling a trailer see Parking on Hills or Towing a Trailer in the Index Parking Over Things That Burn 2 31 ...

Страница 90: ...on 0 Your vehicle was damagedwhen driving over high points on the road or over road debris e Repairs weren t done correctly Your vehicleor exhaustsystem had been modified improperly If you ever suspectexhaustis cominginto your vehicle 0 Drive it only with all the windows downto blow out any GO and Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You reParked Automatic Transmission It ...

Страница 91: ...r vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Four wheel Drive If your vehicle has four wheel drive you can send your engine s driving power to all four wheels for extra traction To get the most satisfaction out of four wheel drive you must be familiar with it s operation Read the part that follows beforeusing four wheel dr...

Страница 92: ...e components It may also affect theway your vehicle handles and the function of your vehicle s safety features Do not change your vehicle s height from the original design specifications Transfer Case The transfer case shift lever ison the floor to the right of the driver Use this lever toshift into and out of four wheel drive An indicator near the lever shows you the transfer case settings 0 WHEE...

Страница 93: ... not engaged in two wheel drive 4 WHEEL HIGH 4H This settingengages your front axle to help drive your vehicle Use 4H when you need extra traction such as on wet or icy roads or in most off road situations NEUTRAL Nj Shift to this setting only when your vehicle needs to be towed or when using a power take off 4 WHEEL LOW 4L This setting alsoengages your front axle to give you extra power but shoul...

Страница 94: ...r tires to wear faster and make your transfer case harder to shift Front AxleLocking Feature The front axle locks and unlocks automatically when you shift the transfer case Somedelay for the axle to lock or unlock is normal If the outside temperature is very hot or the vehicle has been used under hard driving conditions there may be aslight delay for the axle to unlock Windows To open your manual ...

Страница 95: ...ear Window Option To open the sliding rear window unlock the latch lever by moving the lever toward the driver s side Release the lever from the latch plate and slide the window toward the driver s side of the vehicle To close the window slide the window toward the passenger s side of the vehicle The latch lever will automatically snap locked on the latch plate Try to open the window without relea...

Страница 96: ...at each side of the steering wheel to sound the horn b On vehicles not equipped with an air bag press the pad in the center of the steering wheel to Tilt Wheel Option sound the horn A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel BEFORE you drive 2 38 ...

Страница 97: ... lock the wheel in place Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Headlamp High Low Beam Passing Signal 0 Windshield Wipers 0 Windshield Washer 0 Cruise Control Option Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward for right signal and two downward for left signal positions These positions allow ...

Страница 98: ...e lever will return by itself when you release it As you signal aturn or a lanechange if the arrows flashat twice the normal rate a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers may not see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the green arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs and a blown fuse see Fuses in the Index H...

Страница 99: ...elay between wipes This can bevery useful in lightrain or snow Turn the band to choose the delay time The closerto LOW the shorter the delay For steady wiping at low speed turn the band to the LOW position For high speed wiping turn the band further to HIGH To stop the wipers move the band to the off symbol Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drivesafely T...

Страница 100: ...y snow from the windshield before using your windshield wipers Windshield Washer At the top of the lever there s a paddle with the word PUSH on it To spray washer fluid on the windshield push the paddle Washer fluid will sprayas long as you push the paddle When you let go of the paddle the wipers will continue to wipe for a few seconds and then either stop or return to the preset speed Driving wit...

Страница 101: ...d This allowsfor expansion which coulddamagethe tank if it is completely full Don t use radiator antifreezein your windshield washer It can damageyour washer system and paint Cruise Control Option If you have Cruise Control the end of your multifunction lever will look like this With Cruise Control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerato...

Страница 102: ...ng and you could lose control Don t use cruisecontrol on slippery roads To Set Cruise Control A CAUTION If you leaveyour cruise controlswitch on when you renot using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don t want to You could bestartled and even lose control Keep the cruise controlswitch OFF until you want to use it Get up to the speed you want 0 Push in the set button at the...

Страница 103: ...nger than half a second the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake You could be startled and even lose control So unless you want to go faster don thold the switch at R A To Increase Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed Use the accelerator pedal to getto the higher speed Push the button at the end of the lever then rele...

Страница 104: ... Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control Push in the button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want then release it To slow down in very small amounts push the button for less than half a second Each time you do this you ll go 1 mph 1 6km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase you...

Страница 105: ...o drop more than 15 mph 9 4 k d h below the set speed your Cruise Control will automatically disengage When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to alower gear to keep your speed down Of course applyingthe brake takes you out of Cruise Control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t use Cruise Controlon steep hills To Get Out of Cruise Control There are two ways to turn of...

Страница 106: ...o the master lighting symbol to turn on all the lamps and lights listed above as well as the headlamps Rotate the switch counterclockwiseto the off symbol to turn off your lamps and lights Rotate the thumb wheel next to the switch knob up to adjust instrument panel lamps Rotate the thumb wheel up to the first notch to return the radio display and gearshift indicator LED display to fullintensity wh...

Страница 107: ... Your parking lights and orlow beam headlamps must be on for your fog lamps to work The fog lampswitch is on the lower edge of your instrument panel Press the top ribbed part of the switch to turn the fog lamps on and press the bottom of the switch to turn them off A light will glow in the switch when the fog lamps are on Remember fog lamps alone will not give off as much light as your headlamps N...

Страница 108: ...em will make your high beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when 0 The ignition is on The headlamp switch is off and 0 The parking brake is released When the DRL areon only your high beam headlamps will be on The taillamps sidemarker and other lamps won t be on Your instrument panel won t be lit upeither When it begins to get dark your DRL indicator light is a reminder to turn your headl...

Страница 109: ...he switchbutton again and return it to the out position Reading Lamps If your vehicle has reading lamps press the button next to the lamp to turn the lamp on The lamps can be adjusted to pointin the direction you want Press thebutton again to turn the lamp off If your vehicle hasan overhead console with reading lamps press the button next to the lamp toturn the lamp on The lamps can be adjusted to...

Страница 110: ...om of the switch to turn it off The dome lamp switch must be on or oneof the doors open for the cargo lamp to work Underhood ReelLamp Option If you have an underhood reel lamp it is located inside the engine compartment on the passenger side fender You can use it as a flashlight To usethe lamp pull up on the lever and pull the lamp out The cord will unreel as you pull the lamp 2 52 ...

Страница 111: ...ck into the housing by turning the handle Then slide the lamp into the holder Press PUSH on the leverto hook the lamp into the holder Mirrors Inside Mirror Push or pull the tab under the mirror to reduce glarefrom headlamps behind you after dark 2 53 ...

Страница 112: ...itch to the C M position To turn both features off move the switch to the OFF position Compass Operation When the ignition is on and the mirror switch is in the C M position the compass display will show two character boxes for approximately two seconds If aftertwo seconds the display does not show a compass heading N for North for example there may be strong magnetic field interfering with the co...

Страница 113: ...t for compass variance your compass could give falsereadings To adjust for compass variance 1 Press and hold the CAL switch located at the bottom of the mirror housing for five secondsuntil a zone number appears in the display 2 Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map 3 Press and hold the CAL switch until the new zone number appears in the display After you re...

Страница 114: ...an be adjusted to point where you want from inside thevehicle Select the mirror you want to move by moving the center of the switch located on the driver s door armrest to R right or L left Then adjust the mirror angle by pressing the outer arrows on the switch until the mirror is adjusted where you want it Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger s side mirror may be convex A convex mirror s surface ...

Страница 115: ...o swing them out tohelp block glare at the front and side windows Your visor may have a strap to hold small items such as maps I Some visors have an extender on the inside edge When the visor is down pull the extender out for extra glare coverage at the front or side 2 57 ...

Страница 116: ...n it NOTICE If you store paper or other things that burn in your ashtrays they could be set on fire by cigarettes or other smoking materials That could cause a fire and possibly damage your vehicle Do not store papers and other things that burn in your ashtrays To use the cigarette lighter push it in all the way and let go When it s ready it will pop back by itself 2 58 ...

Страница 117: ... topower mobile telephones or other devices designed to operate with vehicle electrical systems To use a rear ashtray if you have them pull at the topof the ashtray door to flip the door open To f6rno je a rear ashtray if you have them press down on the inside tabs and open the door fully NOTICE If you store paperor other things that burnin your ashtrays they couldbe set on fire by cigarettesor ot...

Страница 118: ...d at the top of the instrument panel to hold cups or other containers when the vehicle is not moving Center FIoor Console Your vehicle may have a console compartment between the bucket seats To open it lift the latch handle and swing the door open Your console also has a cup holder that swings out forthe back seat passengers to use 2 60 ...

Страница 119: ...hed to the front of the console Use it to hold pads of paper or similar items Cassette Compact Disc Holder Your vehicle may have a cassette compactdisc holder at the frontof the console The holder will store up to four compact disc cases up to four cassette tapecases or any combination of these itemsthat adds up to four 2 61 ...

Страница 120: ...le of the instrument panel Center Overhead Console To use the cup holder pull the handle and slide the cup holder tray open To close the cup holder slide it back in the instrumentpanel Your vehicle may have an overhead console It has storage compartments inside it 2 62 ...

Страница 121: ...k and loop patch Press it firmly to the back of your garage door opener as close to the center of the opener as possible Center the garage door opener activation button over the console door button and press the opener firmly into place 2 63 ...

Страница 122: ...ompartment door closed when you push the button marked PUSH Now with the compartment door closed push the button marked PUSH again to make sure the garage door opener operates properly With the garage door opener positioned properly and the right number of pegs in place you should only have to push the PUSH button slightly to operate the opener Adjust the position of the garagedoor opener and add ...

Страница 123: ...glasses Compartment The center overhead compartment can be used to conveniently store your sunglasses To open the center compartment press the release button located at the rearof the compartment door 2 65 ...

Страница 124: ...tment press the release button located at the rear of the compartment door Other Storage Compartments Your vehicle includes a number of storage compartments for storage of often used items Some vehicles have storage areas in the r instrument panel Use these spaces for items such as gloves or small books 2 66 ...

Страница 125: ...Some models have a storage pocket on each of the front doors You can use the pocket to store a variety of small items Some vehicles have a storage areabehind the seat 2 67 ...

Страница 126: ... 10 Storage Tray 11 IP Cupholder 12 Ashtray Optional Aux Outlets 13 Storage Area or Optional Cassette Tape Player 14 Rear Window Defogger Switch 15 Tilt Lever 16 Parking Brake Release Handle 17 Hood Release 18 Fuse Block Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you have and many other things yo...

Страница 127: ...ith your state orprovincial vehicle registration office But generally if the new odometer can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer then it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be puton the driver s door to show the oldmileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you l...

Страница 128: ...from injury Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions As you will see in the details on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine justto let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one...

Страница 129: ...sh for about55 seconds If the driver s belt is already buckled neither the tone nor the light will come on Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows AIR BAG The system checks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions Thelight tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the air bag sensors and module the wiring a...

Страница 130: ...there could be a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should come on briefly as you start the vehicle If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closerto the floor It m...

Страница 131: ...n you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds That s normal If the light doesn t come on have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem If the light stays on or comeson when you re driving your vehicle needs service If the regular brakesystem warning light isn ton you still have brakes butyou don t haveanti lock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is...

Страница 132: ...ctronic accelerator As a check to show you it sworking this orange light comes on for a few seconds after the ignition is turned on Normally it will not come back on unless the ignition has been off for 30 seconds or more If the light does not come on at all and the ignition has been off for 30 seconds or more have the light fixed right away If the light stays on after the engine starts or comes o...

Страница 133: ...etails see Starting Your Diesel Engine in the Index Low Coolant Warning Light If you have a diesel engine you have a low coolant light As a check to show you it s working this orange light comes on for a few seconds after the ignition is turned on If this lightcomes on anytime the engineis running your system is low on coolant and the engine may overheat See Engine Coolant inthe Index and have you...

Страница 134: ...y Driving while this light is on coulddrain your battery If you must drive a short distance with this light on it helps toturn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Malfunction Indicator Service Engine Soon Lamp N A computer monitors the operation of your fuel ignition and emission control systems This orange light should come on when the ignition is on but the engine is n...

Страница 135: ...rranty Check Gages Light This orange light will come on briefly when you are startingthe engine If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving it could indicatea problem with your vehicle It could be a problem with your oil pressure coolant temperature orsome other problem Check your various gages to see if they are in the warning zones If they are have your vehicle serviced right away D...

Страница 136: ...IFT and the upshift arrow is used on some models with manual transmissions Depending on your particular model your vehicle may not have this light The SHIFT indicator light will help you get the best fuel economy See Shift Light or Manual Transmission Shift Speeds in this section for more information Headlamp High Beam Indicator Light The blue high beam indicator is on whenever you use your high b...

Страница 137: ...change See Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator earlier in this section Gages Fuel Gage Gasoline Engine Diesel Engine The fuel gage when the ignition ison tells you about how much fuel you have left in your tank Thegage will first indicateempty before you are out of fuel and you should get more fuel assoon as possible 2 79 ...

Страница 138: ...nition None of these indicatea problem with the fuel gage For information on how to fillyour fuel tank see Fuel Filling Your Tank in the Index For your fuel tank capacity see Fuel Tank Capacity in the Index Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gageshows the engine coolanttemperature If the gage pointer moves into the red area your engine is too hot It means that your engine coolant has overheated ...

Страница 139: ...ary with engine speed outside temperatureand oil viscosity but readings above the low pressure zone indicate thenormal operating range A reading in the low pressure zone may be used by a dangerously low oil level orother problem causing low oil pressure Check your oil as soon as possible 1 NOTICE Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly andis not covered by your warranty 2 8...

Страница 140: ...s are operatingin the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle foran extended period This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle As engine speeds are increased this condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow the chargingsystem to createmaximum power You can only drive for a short time with the reading in either warning zon...

Страница 141: ...it Store the harness in its original position Wrap the harness together and tie it neatly so it won t be damaged If a camperis installed your Center High Mount Stoplamp CHMSL will no longer be visible from behind You should select a camper with a CHMSL on itor ifone isnot available have one installed See your GM dealer abouthow to connect your vehicle s wiring to a camper CHMSL Trailer Wiring Harn...

Страница 142: ...to a trailer CHMSL Step Bumper Pad If your vehicle has a rear step bumper it may be equipped with a rear step pad at the center of the bumper Use this pad to improve footing when you are stepping onthe bumper step it If you will be using the bumper to tow a trailer you must remove the center cutout circleto install the trailer ball You must also remove both outer cutoutsto attach the trailer safet...

Страница 143: ... supplied with your vehicle Comfort Controls Heater Controls If your vehicle does not have air conditioning your heater controlswill look like this The knob on the left side of the heating system control panel controls the fan speed The knob has four speed positions To increase the air flow move the knob toward HI To decrease the air flow move it toward LO To turn the fan off move the knob to OFF ...

Страница 144: ...nd instrument panel vents HEAT This setting with the arrow pointing at the figure s feet directs air through the heater floor vents This setting is useful for cold weather HEATDEFROST Use this setting with the arrow pointing at thefigure s feet and the defroster symbol near the figure s head to divide airflow between the heater floor vents and windshield DEFROST This setting with the defrost symbo...

Страница 145: ...sa comfortable temperature move the knob clockwise to place the air conditioning system in the normal mode The rightknob on the controlpanel changes the heatedair conditioning setting VENT This setting with the arrow pointing at the figure s head directs air through the instrument panel vents VENTMEAT Use this setting with the arrows pointing at the figure s feet and head to divideairflow between ...

Страница 146: ...F 8 C or lower your heating system will produce warmer air faster to heatthe passenger compartment in cold weather The useof an engine coolant heater also reduces thetime it takes for the engine toreach normal operating temperature and shortens the time it takes the heater to reach full output For more information See Engine Coolant Heater in theIndex Diesel Engine Heater Output If you idle your d...

Страница 147: ...vehicle s ventilation system supplies outside air to the inside of your vehicle when it is moving With the side windows closed air will flow into the front air inlet grilles through the vehicle and out the rear air exhaust valve Outside air will also enterthe vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning fan is running unless you have the recirculation button pushed in For more information see R...

Страница 148: ...low of air coming out of any vents that are open Audio Systems Your Delco audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure But you will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your Delco systerncan do and how to operateall its controls to be sure you re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into...

Страница 149: ...e displayed fora few seconds There is an initial two second delay before the clock goes into the time set mode How to Operate Your TIP AM FM Stereo Audio System This part tells you how your ETR AM FM stereo audiosystem works Upper Knob VOL RECALL The upper knob has these fourfunctions 0 Turn it to switchthe system on and off 0 Turn it to controlthe volume 0 Press it to display the time when the ig...

Страница 150: ...in Pushbuttons The four pushbuttons let you return to favorite stations To set the pushbuttons for up to fourteen favorite stations 7 AM and 7 FM 1 Tune in the desired station 2 Press the SET button SET appears in the display 3 Within 5 seconds press one of the four pushbuttons to store the station Whenever you press that button the preset station will return Repeat these steps for each pushbutton...

Страница 151: ...f a tape when a cassette is playing BAL Balance The control ring behind the upper knob adjusts the left right speaker balance Lower Knob TUNE AM FM The lower knob has two functions Turn it to tune in radio stations 0 Press itto change between the AM and FM bands FADE The control ring behind the lowerknob adjusts the frondrear speaker balance SEEK Press the SEEK button to cause the receiver to seek...

Страница 152: ...station will return when the same two buttons are pressed again TREBLE Slide the TREBLE lever up to increase the treble response If a station is weak or noisy slide the TREBLE lever down to reduce the noise BASS Slide theBASS lever up to increase the bass response Adjust the BASS lever to give a pleasing sound to your ear To Play A Cassette Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that ar...

Страница 153: ... on and off Turn it to control the volume SCV Speed Compensated Volume Move the control ringbehind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the Speed Compensated Volume feature As you drive this feature increases the volume to overcome noise at any particular speed Each clockwise position on the control ring allows more compensation and at a faster rate AM FM Press thisbutton to switch between AM FMl an...

Страница 154: ...use the receiver to seek the next lower station SCAN Press and holdthe center of the SEEK button to momentarily hear each available station Release the button when SCAN appears in the display The receiver will continue to scan andmomentarily stop at each station untilyou press the center of the SEEK button again P SCAN Preset Scan Press this button to scaneach preset pushbutton station The receive...

Страница 155: ...ounterclockwise to decrease treble response Any time the TREB control is rotated tone is automatically set back to MAN manual Push the knob back in to the stored position when done To Play a Cassette Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player To load a cassette tape with the ...

Страница 156: ... the tape press the EJECT button EJECT can be used with either theignition or radio off Also you must press EJECT before loading a cassettewith the radio off toallow loading If a tape is inserted with side 1 or A up thenthe right arrow means that that sideis beingplayed Likewise a leftarrow would indicate that side 2 or B had been selected 00Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a licensefro...

Страница 157: ...matches the one code you wrote down rEP appears in the display indicating that you need to repeat steps 5 through 7 means the system is secured 9 Press AMFM and this time the display will show SEC SEC With the ignition off the THEFTLOCK indicator will flash To Unlock THEFTLOCKAfter a Power Loss When battery power is reapplied to a secured radio the radio won t turn on and LOC will appear on the di...

Страница 158: ...o make the first one or two digits agree with your code 7 Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the one you wrote down will appear in the display indicating that the system is unsecured disabled If the codeis incorrect SEC will appear in the display and the system will still be secured The radio will still operate if it is secured or unsecured If SEC appears and you still want...

Страница 159: ... to decrease radio frequency When done press the knob again to return it toits stored position Pushbuttons The sixpushbuttons let you return to favorite stations To set the pushbuttons for up to 18favorite stations 6 AM 6 FM1 and 6 FM2 1 Tune in the desired station 2 Press AUTO TONE to select the best setting for the type of station chosen 3 Press and hold one of the pushbuttons until sound return...

Страница 160: ...utomatically set back to MAN manual FADE Press lightly on the FADE knob to release it from its stored position and pull it outto the fully extended position Rotate the knob clockwise toadjust sound to the frontspeakers and counterclockwise to adjust sound to the rear speakers Push the knob back in to the stored position when done BAL Press lightly on the BAL knob to release it from its stored posi...

Страница 161: ...irty scratched or wet TOO much moisture is inthe air If there is wait about one hour and try again RECALL Press RECALL to see what track is playing Press it again within 5 seconds to see how long the CD has been playing that track Elapsed time is displayed in minutes and tenths of a second The track number will also appear when a new track begins to play Press RECALL again to return to the time di...

Страница 162: ...on track 1 00Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the 00symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation THEFTLOCK Theft Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK is an anti theft feature for thecompact disc player It can be used or ignored If ignored the system plays normally If it is used your player won t be usable if i...

Страница 163: ... steps 1 Turn the ignition on 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press MIN and 000 will appear on the display 4 Press the MIN button again to make the last two digits agree with your code 5 Press HR to make the first one ortwo digits agree with your code 6 Press AMEM after you have confirmed that the code matches the one you wrote down SECappears in the display indicating that the radio is now operable To Dis...

Страница 164: ...e so thin they may notwork well in this player To load a cassette tape with the ignition off first press EJECT Then insert the cassette tape Once thetape is playing use the control knobs for volume balance fade treble and bass just as youdo for the radio A lighted tape symbol shows when a cassette tape is in the player A lighted arrow will also appear and show the direction of playwhen a tape is a...

Страница 165: ... remove the tape press the EJECT button EJECT can beused with either the ignition or radio off Also you must press EJECT before loading a cassette with the radio off to allow loading If a tape is inserted with side I or A up then the right arrow means that that side is being played Likewise aleft arrow would indicate that side 2 or B had been selected 00 Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under...

Страница 166: ...ts Care of Your Cassette Player and Tapes A tape player that is not cleaned regularly is subject to reduced souna quality ruining the cassette or damaging the mechanism Tape cassettes that are not properly stored in their plastic cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat may notoperate properly and could cause premature failure of the tape player Your tape player should be clea...

Страница 167: ...ce on your tape player r NOTICE Cassette tape adapter kits for portable CD players will not work in your cassette player These adapters will cause the radio to display an error and the adapter cassette will be ejected Care of Compact Discs Handle discs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from directsunlight and dust If the surface of a disc is soiled dam...

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Страница 171: ...yone can give about driving is Drive defensively Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle Buckle up See Safety Belts in the Index Defensive driving really means be ready for anything On city streets rural roads or freeways it means always expect the unexpected Assume that pedestrians or otherdrivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do Be...

Страница 172: ...motor vehicle related deaths have been associated with the use of alcohol with more than 300 000people injured Many adults by some estimates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it s against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There aregood medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The ob...

Страница 173: ...of drinks The law in many U S states sets the legal limit at aBAC of 0 10 percent In a growing number of U S states and throughout Canada the limit is 0 08 percent In some other countriesit s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial driversin the U S is 0 04percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is i...

Страница 174: ...and driving that many people don t know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord orheart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higherthan if the person had not been drinking Controlof a Vehicle You h...

Страница 175: ...our vehicle and others is important And of course actual stopping distancesvary greatly with the surface of the road whether it s pavement or gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread and the condition of your brakes Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followedby heavy braking rather than keeping pacewith traffic This is a mistake Your brakes m...

Страница 176: ...t of you You slam on the brakes Here s what happens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tireand road conditio...

Страница 177: ...ore than even the very best braking Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here s why Experienced driver or b...

Страница 178: ...nto the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There aretimes when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you You can avoid these problems by braking if youcan stop in time But sometimes you can t thereisn t roo...

Страница 179: ...ou re driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the acceleratorand then if there is nothing in the way steer so that your vehicle straddlesthe edge of the pavement You can turn the steering wheel up to 1 4turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge Then turn your steering wheel to go straight downthe roadway r 1 ...

Страница 180: ...e vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you re following alarger vehicle Also you won thave adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops Keep backa reasonable distance 0 When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up start to accelerate but stay in theright lane and don t get too ...

Страница 181: ...r steeringin a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force And in the acceleration skid too much throttle causesthe driving wheels to spin A cornering skidand an acceleration skid are best handled by easing your foot off the acceleratorpedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the acceleratorpedal and quickly steer theway you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quic...

Страница 182: ...d driving safer and more enjoyable Before You Go OH Roading There aresome things to do before you go out For example be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done Check to make sure all underbody shields if so equipped areproperly attached Be sure you read all the information about your four wheel drive vehicle in this manual Is there enough fuel Isthe spare tire fully inflated A...

Страница 183: ... quickly Does your vehiclehave a winch If so be sure toread the winch instructions In a remote area a winch can be handy if you get stuck But you ll want to know how to useit properly Getting Familiar with Off Road Driving It s a good idea to practice in an areathat s safe and close tohome before you go intothe wilderness Off road driving does requiresome new and different driving skills Here s wh...

Страница 184: ...ch of these surfaces affects the steering acceleration and braking of your vehicle in different ways Depending upon the kind of surface you are on you may experience slipping sliding wheel spinning delayed acceleration poor traction and longer brakingdistances Suqhuce Obstacles Unseen or hidden obstacles can be hazardous A rock log hole rut or bump can startle you if you re not prepared for them O...

Страница 185: ...e affected by even a small amount of alcohol You could have a serious or even fatal accident if you drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking See Drunken Driving in the Index Driving On Off Road Hills Off road driving often takesyou up down or acrossa hill Driving safely on hills requires good judgment and an understanding of what your vehicle can and can t do There are some hill...

Страница 186: ...cause they are more susceptible to the effects of erosion Driving Uphill Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill you need to takesome special steps 0 Use a low gear and get a firm gripon the steering wheel 0 Get a smooth start up the hill and try to maintain your speed Don t use more power than you need because you don t want your wheels to start spinning or sliding turns you might want t...

Страница 187: ...mission and restart theengine Then shift to reverse releasethe parking brake and slowly back down thehill as straight as possible in reverse As you are backing down the hill put your left hand on the steering wheel at the12o clock position This way you ll be ableto tell if your wheels are straightand maneuver as you back down It s best that you back down thehill with your wheels straight rathertha...

Страница 188: ...the parking brake put your transmission in PARK P or the can t do it What should I do manual transmission in first gear and turn off the engine Leave the vehicle and go get some help Exit on the uphill side and stayclear of the path the vehicle would take if it rolled downhill Do not shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL N when you leave the vehicle Leave it in some gear Driving Downhill 0 0 0 0 How ...

Страница 189: ...ive down may be too steep to drive across You could roll over if you don t drive straightdown Never go downhill with the transmission in NEUTRAL N or with the clutchpedal depressed in a manual shift This is called free wheeling Your brakes will have to do all the work and could overheat and fade Q Am I likely to stallwhen going downhill A It s much more likely tohappen going uphill But if it happe...

Страница 190: ...a hill Loose gravel muddy spots oreven wet grass can cause your tires to slip sideways downhill If the vehicle slips sideways it can hit something thatwill trip it arock a rut etc and roll over Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the inclineeven worse If you drive across a rock with the uphill wheels or if the downhill wheels drop into a rut or depression your vehicle can tilt even more For...

Страница 191: ...ugh it If it s deep enough to cover your wheel hubs axles or exhaust pipe don t try it you probably won t get through Also water that deep can damage your axle and other vehicle parts If the water isn t too deep then drive through it slowly Atfast speeds water splashes on your ignition system and your vehicle can stall Stalling can also occur if you get your tailpipe under water And as long as you...

Страница 192: ...et goodtraction You can t accelerate as quickly turning is more difficult and you ll need longer braking distances It s best to use a low gear when you re in mud the deeper the mud the lower the gear In really deep mud the idea is to keep your vehicle moving so you don t getstuck When you drive on sand you ll sense a change in wheel traction But it will depend upon how loosely packed the sand is O...

Страница 193: ...o the Maintenance Schedule foradditional information Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers arelikely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs with night vision problems or by fatigue Here are some tipson night driving e e e 0 e 0 e Drive defensively Don t drinkand drive Adjust your inside rearviewmirror to reduce the glare fromheadlamps behind ...

Страница 194: ...adlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directlyinto the approaching lights Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glasscan build up a film caused by dust Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making the pupils of your eyes contractrepeatedly Remember ...

Страница 195: ...hield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fastthrough large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them A CAUTION Wet brakes can causeaccidents They won t work wellin a quick stop and may causepulling toone side You could los...

Страница 196: ...your parking lights to help make you more visible to others especially careful when you pass anothervehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray 0 Besides slowing down allow some extra followingdistance And be Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires in the Index City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the am...

Страница 197: ...ffic flow Treat the left laneon a freeway as apassing lane At the entrancethere is usually a rampthat leads to the freeway If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive alongthe entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect toblend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at closeto the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and gla...

Страница 198: ...dy andwilling to help if you need it Here are somethings you can check before a trip 0 0 0 0 0 0 Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside WiperBlades Are they ingood shape Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Have you checked all levels Lamps Are they all working Are the lenses clean Tires They are vitally important to a safe trouble free trip Is the tread goo...

Страница 199: ... and MountainRoads I Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain If you drive regularlyin steep country or if you re planning to visit there here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable See Off Road Driving in the Index for information about drivingoff road Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levelsand also the brakes...

Страница 200: ...le in gear when you go downhill 0 Know how to gouphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission and you can climb the hill better 0 Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Don t swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane 0 As you go over the top of a h...

Страница 201: ...ed cloth and a coupleof reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time thoseplaces where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there issnow or ...

Страница 202: ...Your anti lock brakes improve your ability to make a hard stop ona slippery road Even though you have an anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock in the Index 0 Allow greater following distanceon any slippery road Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that s covered with ice On an otherwise clearroad i...

Страница 203: ...aclothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm You can run the engine to keep warm but be careful A CAUTION Snow cantrap exhaust gases under your vehicle Thiscan cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcome youand kill you You can t seeit or smell it so you might not kn...

Страница 204: ...d close the window almost all the way to preserve theheat Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold But do it as little as possible Preserve the fuel aslong as you can To help keep warm you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until help comes Power Winches If you wish to usea power winch on your v...

Страница 205: ...ng the PTO To engage a power take off I Set the parking brake 2 Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL N 3 Hold the clutch pedal down and engage the power take off NOTICE Using a PTO for more than four hours without driving your vehicle can damage the transfer case or transmission If using a PTO for more than four hours without driving your vehicle drive your vehicle for a while to allow the transfer...

Страница 206: ...ularbrakes and release theparking brake When you release the clutch the power take off will start 5 Release the clutch and the regular brakes as you normally would Using a Transfer Case Mounted Power Take Off Automatic Transmission 1 Set the parking brake 2 Shift the transfer case intoNEUTRAL N 3 Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL N 4 Engage the power take off If you are going to drive the vehicl...

Страница 207: ... maximum weights for the front and rear axles called Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equallyon both sides of the centerline Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or theGAWR for eitherthe front or rearaxle And if you do ...

Страница 208: ...t the front suspension after the equipment is removed to avoid possible front suspension damage Adjust the front suspension to original design specifications for your particular model NOTICE Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of overloading If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they go as fast as the vehicle goes If you...

Страница 209: ...ows Thisrating is called the Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR When you weigh your trailer be sure to include the weight of everything you put in it And remember to figure theweight of the people inside as part of your load Your dealer can help you determine your GCWR Truck Camper Loading lnformation Open your glove box door and look for this label 4 39 ...

Страница 210: ... the camper and all the people inside The Cargo Weight Rating CWR is the maximum weight of the load your vehicle can carry It doesn t include the weight of the people inside But you can figure about 150pounds for each seat The total cargo load must not be more than your vehicle s CWR TRUCK LOADING INFORMATION I 1 I B I 1 Recommended location for cargo center of gravity for cargoweight rating Picku...

Страница 211: ...ur vehicle and camper drive to a weigh station and weigh on the frontand rear wheels separately This will tell you the loads on your axles The loads on the frontand rear axles shouldn t be more than either of the GAWRs The total of the axle loads should not be more than the GVWR Open your driver s doorand look at the Certificationire label to find out your GAWR and GVWR If you ve gone over your we...

Страница 212: ...d there are differences between a chassis caband a pickup with the box removed which may affect vehicle safety The components necessary to adapt a pickup to permit its safeuse with a specializedbody should be installed by a body builder in accordance with the information availablefrom the Zone Office Towinga Trailer A CAUTION If youdon t use the correct equipmentand drive properly you can lose con...

Страница 213: ... sway control if your trailer will weigh more than 4 000 pounds 1 800kg You can ask a hitch dealer aboutsway controls Don t tow a trailer at all during the first500 miles 800km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axleor other parts could be damaged Then during the first 500 miles 800km that you tow a trailer don t drive over50 mph 80kmh and don t make starts at full throttle This helps your eng...

Страница 214: ...ay 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 Loading Your Vehicle in the Index for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity A you re using a dead weight hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 of the total loaded trailer weight B I...

Страница 215: ... for proper vehicle loading and good handling when you re driving Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop tothe road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer Follo...

Страница 216: ...amps tires and mirror adjustment If the trailer has electric brakes start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply thetrailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working This letsyou 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 Fol owingDistan...

Страница 217: ...strument panelwill flash for turns evenif the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you may think drivers behind you are seeingyour signal when they are not It s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start downa long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your b...

Страница 218: ...howto do it 1 Apply your regular brakes but don t shift into PARK P yet or in gear for a manual transmission 2 Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the wheel chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the 4 Re apply the regular brakes Then apply your parking brake and then 5 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case isin a 6 Release the regular...

Страница 219: ...e more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Thingsthat are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engine oil axle lubricant belt cooling system andbrake adjustment Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review these ...

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Страница 221: ...ut some problems that can occur on the road Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers letyou warn others They also letpolice know you have a problem Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off But they won t flash if you re braking 5 1 ...

Страница 222: ... you carry reflective triangles you can use them to warn others Set oneup at the sideof the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Jump Starting If your battery or batteries has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle But please follow the steps below to do it safely A CAUTION Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain...

Страница 223: ...attery with a negative ground system NOTICE If the other system isn ta 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged If you have a diesel engine vehicle with two batteries ormore you should know before you begin that especially in cold weather you may not be able to getenough power from a single battery in another vehicle to start your diesel engine If your vehicle has more th...

Страница 224: ...You don t needto add water to the Ddco Freedom battery or batteries installed in every newGM vehicle But ifa battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add water to take care of that first If you don t explosive gas could be present Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Don t getit on you If you accidentally get it inyour eyes oron your skin flush the p...

Страница 225: ...ehicle has one Dead Battery A 7 Don t let the otherend touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative cable Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cableDOESN T go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unp...

Страница 226: ...y is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for awhile 11 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service Remove Cables in this Order 2 3 1 Heavy Metal Engine Part Battery 2 Good 3 Good Battery 4 Dead Battery I 12 Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting Take care that theydon...

Страница 227: ...s an accident what was damaged case if youhave one A CAUTION To help avoidinjury to you or others Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed Never towfaster thansafeor posted speeds Never tow withdamaged parts not fully secured Never getunder your vehicle after ithas been liftedby the tow truck 0 Always useseparate safety chainson each sidewhen towinga vehicle For pickups exceptcab...

Страница 228: ...neath the towed vehicle Towing From the Front If youhave a two wheel drive vehicle don t have your vehicle towed on the rear wheels unless you must If the vehicle must be towed on the rear wheels don t go more than 35 mph 56k d h or fartherthan 50 miles 80 km or your transmission will be damaged If these limits must be exceeded then the rear wheels have to be supported on a dolly If your vehicle h...

Страница 229: ... I I I NOTICE Towing pickup models from the rear while loaded with heavy cargo may cause the frame side rails to flex sufficientlyto allow the pickup box to contact the cab and could cause damage to the cab and or box 5 9 ...

Страница 230: ...r hear steam comingfrom it Just turn itoff and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Waituntil there is no sign of steam or coolant before opening the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engineif it overheats and get out of the vehicle untilthe engineis cool NOTICE If your engine cat...

Страница 231: ...t to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE or DRIVE 3 for automatic transmissions If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just tobe safe drive slower for about ten minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s still no sign of steam pus...

Страница 232: ...or pressure cap I A CAUTION If your vehicle has air conditioning the auxiliary electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injureyou Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it coolsdown 5 12 ...

Страница 233: ...before you drive the vehicle NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty If there seems to be no leak start the engine again Seeif the fan speed increases when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down If it doesn t your vehicle needs service Turn off the engine How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven t found a...

Страница 234: ...d get too hot but you wouldn t getthe uverheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 5 0 mix of clean water and a proper antifreeze NOTICE In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant A CAUTION You can be burned if youspill coolant on hot engineparts Coolantcontains ethylene glycol and ...

Страница 235: ...the cooling system is cool before you do it A CAUTION Steamand scalding liquidsfroma hot cooling systemcan blow out and burnyou badly Theyare underpressure and if you turn the radiatorpressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressurecap is hot Waitfor the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if youeverh...

Страница 236: ...sure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly to the left until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap 5 16 ...

Страница 237: ... radiator with the proper mix up to the base of the filler neck 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the COLD mark 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off 5 17 ...

Страница 238: ...he radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mix through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pressure cap At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this 5 18 ...

Страница 239: ...nder the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant insidethe coolant surge tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down The coolant level should be ator above the COLD mark If it isn t you may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere ...

Страница 240: ...speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down If it doesn t your vehicle needs service Turn off the engine How to Add Coolant tothe Coolant Surge Tank NOTICE I The diesel enginehas a specific coolant fill procedure Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheatand be severely damaged If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at the COLD mark add ...

Страница 241: ... coolant surgetank pressure cap to cool if youever haveto turn the pressure cap A CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling systemcan be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil beforethe proper coolant mix will Your vehicle scoolant warning system isset for the proper coolant mix With plain water or the wrong mix your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t getthe ...

Страница 242: ...l burn if the engine parts arehot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine 1 You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly to the left until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss m...

Страница 243: ...an be burned if you spill coolant on hot engineparts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn ifthe engine parts are hot enough Don t spill cootant on a hot engine 4 Fill with the proper mix Add coolant until you see a steady stream of 5 Close the bleed valve 6 Rinse or wipe the spilled coolant from the engine and compartment coolant coming from the bleed valve 5 23 ...

Страница 244: ...cap off start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine fan s By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank maybe lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mix to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the COLD mark 5 24 ...

Страница 245: ...It will go away as thefan clutch partially disengages If a Tire Goes Flat It s unusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that p...

Страница 246: ...ST 1 or REVERSE R 3 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle besure the transfer case is in a drive gear not inNEUTRAL N 4 Tbrn off the engine To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you can put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthestaway fromthe one being changed That would bethe tire on theother side of the vehicle at the opposite end A Flat Tire B Blocked Tire The followingsteps ...

Страница 247: ...tension 4 Wheel Wrench 5 Jack and Tool Storage Box 6 Ratchet 7 Jack Handle 8 Tool Retainer Jack and JackingTool Storage Extended Cab Models 3 1 Nut 2 Jack and Tool Cover 3 Jack Handle Extension 4 Tool Retainer 5 Jack and Tool Storage Box 6 Ratchet 7 Wheel Wrench 8 Jack 9 Jack Handle 5 27 ...

Страница 248: ...er 8 Jack To Remove the Spare Tire The spare tire if you have one is full size like the other tires on your vehicle Spare Tire Stowage Bed Mounted Carrier 1 SpareTire 2 Spare Wheel Mounting Nut 3 Spare Wheel Mounting Bolt Your vehicle may have an optional bed mounted spare tire If it does your spare tire will be mounted in the truck bed on the driver s side 5 28 ...

Страница 249: ...oist Cable If it is not stowed in the truck bed the spare tire may be stowed under the vehicle in an under body carrier Remember never remove or restow a tire from an under body carrier while the vehicleis supported only by ajack If you have a chassis cab refer to the information from the body supplierhnstaller forthe location of your spare tire 5 29 ...

Страница 250: ...e has a DOWN marking Attach the ratchet to the wheel wrench with the DOWN marking facing you Put the other end of the wheel wrench through the rearbumper access hole located at the passenger side edge of the license plate Be sure the wheel wrench connects intothe hoist shaft 5 30 ...

Страница 251: ...ut from under the vehicle When the tire has been lowered tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening To remove a bed mounted spare tire turn the retainer nut counterclockwise and take off the retainer bolt Then slide the tire off the retainer bolt and remove the tire from the bed 5 31 ...

Страница 252: ...k With the UP marking on the ratchet facing you rotate the ratchet clockwise That will W L 3 lift thejack head a little Before you start put the spare tire near the flat tire Remove the wheel trim and loosen the wheel nuts The next part will show you how to do these things properly 5 32 ...

Страница 253: ...dge until it comes off aemove it with your bare If your vehicle has wheel nut caps use the wheel wrench and ratchet to remove them Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise with DOWN facing you to remove the wheel nut caps Then take off the hub cap If the wheel also has a trim ring use the wheel wrench to pry along the edge and remove it 5 33 ...

Страница 254: ...e jack handle Position the jack under the vehicle A CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it isjacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slipsoff thejack you could be badly injured or killed Never getunder a vehicle whenit is supported only by a jack I NOTICE Raising your vehicle withthejack improperlypositioned will damagethe vehicle or may allowthe vehicle to fall off thejack Be sure to fit the jack ...

Страница 255: ...ke off the flat tire A CAUTION Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become looseafter a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident Whenyou change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In anemergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to usea scraper or wire brush...

Страница 256: ...nuts If you do the nuts mightcomelmse Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident I Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each wheel nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub Front Position Rear Position Lower the vehicle by rotating the ratchet and wheel wrench counterclockwise Lower thejack completely 5 36 ...

Страница 257: ...kind Stop somewhereas soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque For proper torque see Wheel Nut Torque in the Index Put the wheel trim back on For vehicles with plastic wheel nut caps tighten the caps until they are finger tight then tighten them an additional one half turn with the ratchet and wheel wrench Remove any wheel blocks Remember the jack jacki...

Страница 258: ...pare tire carrier To stow the flat tire 1 2 3 4 5 Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down Pull the wheel retainer through the wheel opening Attach the ratchet to the wheel wrench with the UP marking facing you Put the other end of the wheel wrench through the rear bumper access hole located at the passenger side edge of the license plate Be sure the w...

Страница 259: ...le see Tire Chains in the Index Rocking your vehicle to get it out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear thearea around your front wheels Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear orwith a manual transmission between FIRST 1 or SECOND 2 gear and REVERSE spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lig...

Страница 260: ...o use them if you re stuck off road and need to be pulled to some place where you can continue driving A CAUTION The recovery hooks when used are under a lot of force Always puli the vehicle straight out Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back 5 40 ...

Страница 261: ...NOTICE Never use the recovery hooks to tow the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty 5 41 ...

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Страница 263: ... vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it We hope you ll go to your dealer forall your service needs You ll get genuine GM parts and GM trained and supported servicepeople We hope you ll want tokeep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to getthe proper GM ServiceManual It tells ...

Страница 264: ...or vehicles with gasoline engines please read this Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane orhigher It should meet specificationsASTM D4814 in the United States and CGSB 3 5 92 in Canada These fuels should have the proper additives so you should not have to add anything to the fuel In the United States and Canada it s easy to be sure you get the right kind of gasoline unleaded You ll see ...

Страница 265: ...solines arenow blended with oxygenates General Motors recommends that you use gasolines with these blending materials such as MTBE and ethanol By doing so you can help clean the air especially in those parts of the country thathave high carbon monoxide levels In addition some gasoline suppliers arenow producing reformulated gasolines These gasolinesare specially designed to reduce vehicle emission...

Страница 266: ...his try never to let your tank get empty WhatFuel to Use For best results use Number 2 D diesel fuel year round above and below freezing conditions as oil companies blend Number 2 D fuel to address climate differences Number I D diesel fuel may be used in very cold temperatures when it stays below 0 F or 18 C however it will produce a power and fuel economy loss The use of Number 1 D diesel fuel i...

Страница 267: ...ld weather or aNumber I D you can use one gallonof kerosene forevery two gallons of diesel fuel Once you add the kerosene run your engine for several minutes so the fuelswill mix Add kerosene onlywhen the temperature falls below 0 F 18 C because the fuel economy of kerosene isn t as good as that of diesel fuel NOTICE Never use home heating oil or gasoline in your diesel engine They can cause engin...

Страница 268: ...tely Then have the water drained at once WATER IN FUEL LIGHT CHART Problem ecommended Light comes on intermittently Drain water from fuel filter Light stays on 1 At temperatures above freezing 2 At temperatures below freezing 3 Immediately after refueling large amount of water possibly pumped into fuel tank Drain fuel filter immediately If no water can bedrained and light stays on see your dealer ...

Страница 269: ...mostat housing 5 Start the engine and allow it to idleuntil clear fuel is observed 6 Stop the engine and close thewater drain valve 7 Remove the fuel resistant container and properly dispose of the contaminated fuel To find out how to properly dispose of contaminated diesel fuel see What to Do with Used Oil in the Engine Oil Diesel Engines part later in this section 8 Install the fuel tank cap If ...

Страница 270: ...filter air bleed valve Briefly crank the engine and have someone watch the bleed valve If there is air then you are probably out of fuel To restart your engine 1 If you re parked on a level surface add at least two gallons of fuel However if you re parked on a slope you may needto add up to five gallons of fuel 2 With the air bleed valve open turn your ignition key to START for 10 to 15seconds toc...

Страница 271: ...the fuel filter yourself here s how to do it First drain any water from the filter followingthe procedure for draining water listed previously Your vehicle s engine should be off untilthe end of the following procedure 1 Apply the parking brake 2 Take off the fueltank cap This releases vacuum in the tank 3 Unscrew and remove the ring nut from the top of the filter head 6 9 ...

Страница 272: ... in until the mating surfaces touch 7 Replace and tighten the ring nut to the top of the filter head 8 With the air bleed valve open turn your ignition key to STARTfor 10 to 15seconds Wait one minute for your starter to cool Do this until you can see clear fuel coming from the air bleed valve 9 Close the airbleed valve and replace the fuel cap 10 Start your engine and let it idle for fiveminutes C...

Страница 273: ...on fuel availability ask an auto club or contact amajor 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 going and give your Vehicle Identification Number VIN General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation North American Export Sales NAES 1908Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LlH 8P7 Filling Y...

Страница 274: ...rfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the cap back on turn it tothe right until you hear a clicking noise I NOTICE If you need a new cap be sure to get the right type Your dealer can get one or you If you get the wrong type it may not fit or have proper venting and your fuel tank and emissions system might be damaged 6 12 ...

Страница 275: ...e hood first pull the handle inside the vehicle Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood I release locatedjust to Your vehicle if it has air conditioning may have a auxiliary engine fanin addition I to the belt driven fan 6 13 ...

Страница 276: ... cold Noise Control System The following information relates tocompliance with Federal noise emission standards for vehicles with a Gross Vehicle WeightRating GVWR of more than 10 000pounds 4 536kilograms The Maintenance Schedulebooklet provides information on maintaining the noise control system to minimize degradation of the noise emission control system during the life of your vehicle The noise...

Страница 277: ...vice or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person Among those acts presumed to constitutetampering are the acts listed below Insulation Removal of noise shields orunderhood insulation Engine Removal or rendering engine speed governor if so equipped inoperative so as to allow engine speed to exceed manufacturer specifications Fan and Drive Removal of fan clutch if so ...

Страница 278: ... warm and the vehicle must be on level ground Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level To Check Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean itwith a paper towel orcloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip down 6 16 ...

Страница 279: ...alve cover Just fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstickall the way back in when you re through What Kind of Oil to Use Oils of the proper quality for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the Starburst symbol The Starburst symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute APT and is preferred for usein you...

Страница 280: ...0 WEATHER SAE I10W LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL 30 SAE CW 30 PREFERRED IF NEITHER SAE 5W 30 NOR SAE 1OW 30 GRADE OILS ARE AVAIIABLE SAE 30 GRADE MAY BE USED AT TEMPERATURES ABOVE 40 DEGREES F 4 DEGREES C DO NOT USE SAE 2OW 50 OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED As shown in the chart SAE 5W 30 is best for your vehicle However you can use SAE low 30 if it s going to be 0 F 1 8OC or above These numbers on...

Страница 281: ... 30 18 IF NEITHER SAE 5W 30 NOR SA 1OW 30 GRADE OILS ARE AVAILABLE SAE 30 GRADE MAY BE USED AT TEMPERATURES ABOVE 40 DEGREES F 4 DEGREES C GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED DO NOT US SA 2OW 50 OR ANYOTHER As shown in the chart SAE low 30 is best for your vehicle However you can use SAE 5W 30 if it s going to be colder than 60 F 1 6 C before your next oil change When it s very cold you should use SAE 5W 30...

Страница 282: ... to 16 km This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing Most trips include extensive idling such as frequent driving in stop and go traffic Most trips are through dusty areas You operate your vehicle in dusty areas or off road frequently You frequently tow a trailer If any one of these is true for your vehicle then youneed to change your oil and filter every 3 000mile...

Страница 283: ...roducts Used oil can be a real threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain allfree flowing oil from the filter before disposal Don t ever disposeof oil by putting it in the trash pouring iton the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil ...

Страница 284: ...is 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 level gets above the proper operating range your engine could be damaged The engine oil filler cap is located on a filler tube at the front of the engine Just fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper ...

Страница 285: ...use CF 4 SG orCE SH or CE SGoil These may be listed as shown or in reverse order for example SHCF 4 Other letters may also be listed such as SH CD CE CF 4 These lettersshow American Petroleum Institute API levels of quality NOTICE If you use oils that don t have these designations you can cause engine damage which is not coveredby pour warrantv 6 23 ...

Страница 286: ... GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED 0 SAE15W 40 As shown in the viscosity chart SAE15W 40 is best for your vehicle However you can use SAE 1OW 30 if it s going to be colder than 32 F OOC before your next oil change When it s very cold below 0 F 18 C you should use SAE 1OW 30 to improve cold starting Also SAE 30 may be used at temperatures above freezing 32 F 0 C These numbers on the oil container show its ...

Страница 287: ... oil and filter every2 500 miles 4 000 km or 3 months whichever comes first If none of them is true changethe oil and filter every 5 000miles 8 000 km or 12 months whichever comes first What to Do with Used Oil Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your ski...

Страница 288: ...er off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stopsflameif the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you couldbe burned Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engine withthe air cleaner off NOTICE If the air cleaner is off a backfire can causea damaging engine fire And dirt can easily getinto your engine which willdamage...

Страница 289: ... the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to changeyour fluid See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Because this operationcan be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at your GM dealer ServiceDepartment If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick I NOTICE Too much or too little fluid can d...

Страница 290: ...s To check ti rismission fluid cold A cold check is made after the vehicle has been sitting for eight hours or more with the engine off and is used only as a reference Let the engine run at idle for five minutes if outside temperatures are50 F 10 C ormore If it s colderthan 50 F lO C you may have to idle the engine longer Should the fluid level be low during a cold check you must perform a hot che...

Страница 291: ...e way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the COLD area for a cold check or in the HOT area or cross hatched area for a hot check 4 If the fluid level is in the acceptable range push the dipstick back in all the way then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place 6 29 ...

Страница 292: ...l is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place Manual Transmission Fluid When to Check A good time to have it checked is when the engine oil is changed However the fluidin your manual transmission doesn t require changing How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at your GM dealer Serv...

Страница 293: ...how to add fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index I Remove the filler plug 2 Add fluid at the filler plughole Add only enough fluid to bring the fluid level up to the bottom of the filler plug hole 3 Install the filler plug Be sure the plug is fully seated Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutchlinkage in your...

Страница 294: ...luids and Lubricants in the Index How to Check The proper fluid should be added if the level does not reach the bottom of the diaphragm when it s in place in the reservoir See the instructions on the reservoir cap Rear Axle When to Checkand Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it See Scheduled Maintenance Services in th...

Страница 295: ... 5 be changed every 3 months or 3 000 miles whichever comes first To reduce required maintenance SAE 75W 140 synthetic gear lubricant may be used With the use of synthetic SAE 75W 140 lubricant the fluid change intervals may be increased to 30 000miles Before using SAE 75W 140 it is important to drain and flush the axle with clean mineral based non synthetic axle lubricant Fluid capacity is 4 12 q...

Страница 296: ...tenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Tndex Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need t...

Страница 297: ...corrosion Help keep the proper engine temperature Let the warning gages work as they should What to Use use a mixture of one half clean water preferably distilled and one half antifreeze that meets GM Specification 6038 M which won t damage aluminum parts You can also use a recycledcoolant conforming to GM Specification6038 M Use GM Coolant Supplement Sealer with a complete coolant flushand refill...

Страница 298: ...ding Coolant for the proper way to add coolant If you have to add coolant more than four timesa year have your dealer check your cooling system NOTICE If you use the proper coolant you don t have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system These can be harmful Adding Coolant Gasoline Engine To Check Coolant The coolant recovery tank is located on the passenger side at th...

Страница 299: ...reful not to spill it You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and itwill burn if the errgine parts are hot enough Don t spill mlant on a hot engine Adding Coolant Diesel Engine The coolant surge tank is located on the passenger sideat the rear cornerof the engine compartment 6 37 ...

Страница 300: ... or a little higher I If this lightcomes on it means you re low on engine coolant ToAdd Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper mix at the surge tnnk but only when the engine is cool If the surge tank is empty see Engine Overheating in the Index for the proper fill procedure A CAUTION You can be burned if youspill coolant on hot engineparts Coolantcontainsethyleneglycol and it will burn if...

Страница 301: ... is a 15 psi 105 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck Surge Tank Pressure Cap Diesel Engine The surge tank pressure cap must be tightly installed with the arrows on the cap lined up with the top tube of the coolant surge tank 6 ...

Страница 302: ...tat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature When you replace your thermostat an AC thermostat is recommended Power Steering Fluid How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid l...

Страница 303: ...ge always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals I Hydro Boost Brake System Hydraulic Pump The power steering pump is also used as the Hydro boost pump Refer to Power Steering System in this sectionwhen checking fluid level or adding fluid Wndshield Washer Fluid ToAdd Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY Add washer fluid until the tank is ...

Страница 304: ... Master Cylinder Your brake master cylinder is here It is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in your master cylinder might go down The firstis that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level duringnormal brake lining wear When new linings are put in the fluid level goes back up The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system I...

Страница 305: ...evels should be above MIN If they aren t have your brake system checked to see if there is a leak After work is done on the brake hydraulic system make sure the levels are above MIN and below the top of each window What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid such as Delco Supreme 11 GM Part No 1052535 Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only and always clean thebrak...

Страница 306: ...mates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are firstapplied or lightly applied Thisdoes not mean something is wrong with your brakes If you have rear drum brakes they don t have wear indicators but if you ever heara rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake linings inspected Also the rear brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed for rotation or changing Wh...

Страница 307: ... be sureyou get new genuine GM replacement parts If you don t your brakes may no longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balancebetween your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expectcan change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Front Shock Absorbers ...

Страница 308: ...low 40 F 4 C Fluid Leak Check After the vehicle has been parked for a while inspect the surface under the vehicle forwater oil fuel or other fluids Water dripping from the air conditioning system after ithas been used isnormal If you notice fuel leaks or fumes the causes should be found and corrected at once Lock Cylinders To be sureyour locks operateproperly they must be lubricated Your vehicle s...

Страница 309: ... will help keep your battery from running down I I A CAUTION Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you aren t careful See Jump Starting in the Index for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Contact your dealer tolearn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Bulb Replacement Before you replace any bulbs be sure that a...

Страница 310: ...hten the screws 4 Plug in the new I NOTICE Avoid touching the bulb or letting it come in contact with anything damp Oil from your skin or moisture on the bulb can cause the bulb to explode when it is turned on If either comes in contact with the bulb clean it with alcohol or a suitable degreaser and wipe the bulb dry 6 48 ...

Страница 311: ...s assembly out 3 Unplug the electrical connector 1 4 Turn the bulb to the left and remove it 5 Put the new bulb in the lens assembly and turn it to the right until it is 6 Plug in the electrical connector 7 Put theheadlamp lens assembly back into the vehicle Install and tight tighten the two screws 6 49 ...

Страница 312: ... the side of the lamp socket while turning the socket to the left 4 Pull the socket out of the lamp assembly 5 Push in gently on the bulb turn it to the left and remove it from the socket 6 Put the new bulb in the socket gently press in on the bulb and turn it to the right until it is tight 7 Put the socket back into the lamp assembly and turn it to the right until it locks 8 Put the parkinghurn s...

Страница 313: ...t 3 Pull the socket out of the lamp assembly 4 Push in gently on the bulb turn it to the left and remove it from the socket 5 Put the new bulb in the socket gently press in on the bulb and turn it to 6 Put the socket back into the lamp assembly and turn it socket tothe the right until it is tight right until it locks 7 Put the parkinghurn signal lamp assembly back into the vehicle and tighten the ...

Страница 314: ...the parkinghrn signal lamp assembly 2 Reach through the opening and turn the side marker bulb socket to the left and remove it 5 Put the socket back into the side marker assembly and turn it to the right to tighten it 6 Replace the parkingkurn signal lamp assembly and tighten the screws 6 52 ...

Страница 315: ...tight 5 Put the socket back into the lens assembly and turn it to the right to tighten it 6 Replace the lens and tighten the screws Tailgate Marker Lamps 1 Use a screwdriverto gently pry the lenshulb assembly from the lens 2 Unplug the lensbulb assembly at the connectorwire 3 Plug in a new lenshulb assembly and push the connectorwire into the 4 Snap the lenshulb assembly into the lens holder holde...

Страница 316: ...e socket and push it in until it is tight 4 Replace the lens and tighten the screws Cargo LampKenter High Mount Stoplamp CH SL 1 Remove the screws and lift off the lens 2 Pull the old bulb straight out of the socket 3 Put a new bulb into the socket and push it in until it is tight 4 Replace the lens and tighten the screws 6 54 ...

Страница 317: ...d pull out the lamp assembly 3 Remove the screws from the bulb retainer and take it off the lamp assembly 4 Pull the old bulb straight out of the socket 5 Put in a new bulb and push it in until it is tight 6 Replace the bulb retainer 7 Replace the rear lamp assembly and tighten the screws 8 Close the tailgate 6 55 ...

Страница 318: ... and pushing in gently turn it to the right until it is tight 6 Put the socket back in the lamp assembly and replace the lens and lens seal Exhaust System To help prevent damage to your exhaust system do not continue todrive your vehicle if you notice 0 Engine misfiring 0 Loss of performance 0 Exhaust system components hanging lower than normal 0 Loud exhaust system noises Other unusual operating ...

Страница 319: ...leaded fuel you could damageyour oxygen sensor OS and three way catalytic converter Diesel Vehicles Below8 500 3 850 Kg GVWR This system monitors enginespeed and throttle position It adjusts exhaust gas recirculation to limit emissions Malfunction Indicator SERVICE ENGINE SOON Light The Malfunction Indicator SERVICE ENGINE SOON Light on your instrument panel lets you know when your emission system...

Страница 320: ...your tires are cold Overinflatedtires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when youhit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure 0 Worn oldtires can cause accidents If your tread is badly worn or if your tires have been damaged replace them Inflation Tire Pressure The CertificationRirelabel which is on the rear edge of the driver s door or on the incomple...

Страница 321: ...tire pressure Simply looking at the tires will not tell you the pressure especially if you have radial tires which may look properly inflated even if they re underinflated If your tires have valve caps be sure to put them back on They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire lnspection and Rotation Tires should be inspected every 6 000to 8 000 miles 10 000 to 13000 km for any signs...

Страница 322: ...lways use one of the correct rotation patterns shown here when rotating your tires If your vehicle has fronttires with different load ranges or tread designs such as all season vs on off road than the rear tires don t rotate your tires front torear If your vehicle has dual rear wheels and the load range and tread design for your front tires is the same as your rear tires always use one of the corr...

Страница 323: ...d adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the CertificatiodTire label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index A CAUTION Rust or dirtona wheel or on the parts towhich it is fastened can make wheel nuts become looseafter a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident Whenyou change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places ...

Страница 324: ...repaired well cord or fabric because of the size or location of the damage Dual Tire Operation When the vehicle is new or whenever a wheel wheel bolt or wheel nut is replaced check the wheel nut torque after 100 1 000and 6 000 miles 160 1600 and 10000 km of driving For proper torque see Wheel Nut Torque in the Index The outer tireon a dual wheel setup generally wears faster than the inner tire You...

Страница 325: ...gs during normal service on your vehicle If your tires have an all season tread design the TPC number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow If you ever replaceyour tires with those not having a TPC Specnumber make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial asyour original tires A CAUTION Mixing tires could causeyou to lose controlwhile...

Страница 326: ... tire s resistance tothe generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditionson a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustainedhigh temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger cartires must m...

Страница 327: ...ns exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the sameload carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure tohave the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your veh...

Страница 328: ...vehicle has dualwheels or LT265M5R16 size tires don t use tire chains they can damage your vehicle If you don thave dualwheels or if you have a tire size other than LT265 75R16 use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the tires of the rearaxle Don t use chainson the tiresof the frontaxle Tighten themas tightly as pos...

Страница 329: ...acturer s warnings and instructions And always open your doors orwindows when you re cleaning the inside Never use these toclean your vehicle 0 Gasoline 0 Benzene 0 Naphtha 0 Carbon Tetrachloride 0 Acetone 0 PaintThinner 0 Turpentine 0 Lacquer Thinner 0 Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t useany of these unless this man...

Страница 330: ...ted area only If you use them don t saturate the stained area If a ring forms afterspot cleaning clean the entire areaimmediately or it will set Using Foam Type Cleaner on Fabric Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt Always clean a whole trim panel or section Mask surrounding trim Mix Multi Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the along stitch or welt lines container l...

Страница 331: ...f most stains Even with this protection you still need to cleanyour upholstery and carpet oftento keep it looking new Further information on cleaning is available by calling 1 800 433 3296 in Minnesota 1 800 642 6 167 Special Cleaning Problems Greasy orOily Stains Stains caused by grease oil butter margarine shoe polish coffeewith cream chewinggum cosmetic creams vegetable oils wax crayon tar and ...

Страница 332: ...like tar asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don t get them off quickly Use a clean cloth and a solvent type vinyl cleaner Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap For stubborn stains use a mild solution of 10 isopropyl alcohol Never use oils varnishes solvent based or abrasive cleaners furniture rubbing alcohol and 90 water polish or shoepolish on...

Страница 333: ...across thedefogger grid Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear afterusing the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatterswhen running wax or othermaterial may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outsideof the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon Ami Powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it...

Страница 334: ...e from the paint finish You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Your GM manufactured vehicle may have a basecoatklearcoat paint finish Theclearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are non abrasive and made for a basecoatklearcoat paint finish I NOTICE Machine compoundingor aggres...

Страница 335: ...e applied NOTICE If you have aluminum wheels don t use an automatic vehicle wash that has hard silicon carbide cleaning brushes These brushes can take the protective coating off your aluminum wheels Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner When applying a tire dressingalways take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from painted surfaces Petroleum based products may dama...

Страница 336: ...underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debriscan collect Dirt packed in closed areasof the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer oran underbody vehicle washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditionscan create achemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle...

Страница 337: ...nd fabric 1050214 32 oz 0 946L Vinyl Leather Cleaner 1050244 16oz 0 473L FabricCleaner 1050427 23 oz 0 680L Glass Cleaner Glass cleaning and spot cleaning on vinyls 6 lbs 2 72 kg Multi Purpose Cleans vinyl and PowderCleaner cloth on door trim seats and carpet also tires and mats Cleaning of vinyl tops 1050429 Vinyl Top Cleaner 16oz 0 473L Preservatone 1050729 8 oz 0 237L 1051055 Vinyl top dressing...

Страница 338: ... the driver s side You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth characterin your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts 6 76 ...

Страница 339: ...I do Y 0 6 77 ...

Страница 340: ...and a list of all production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle Add on Electrical Equipment NOTICE Don t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn t be covered by your warranty Someadd on electrical equipment can keep other components from...

Страница 341: ...o heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools Although the circuit is protected from electrical overload overload dueto heavy snow etc may cause wiper linkage damage Always clear iceand heavy snow from the the windshield be foreusing the windshield wipers If the overload is caused by some electrical problem and not snow etc be sure to get it fixed Power Windows and Other Power Options...

Страница 342: ...of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarettelighter and use its fuse if it is of the value you need Replace it as soon as you can See Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index for more information Specification Charts Replacement Parts Replacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest information available at the time of printing and are subject to...

Страница 343: ...r 8 500Ibs 3 850 Kg GVWR Throttle Body Injection Engine ldentification Gasoline Engines cont Engine Type VIN Code Fuel System Emissions Light Duty Emissions with 8 500lbs 3 850Kg GVWR and below Heavy Duty Emissions over8 500Ibs 3 850 Kg GVWR Throttle Body Injection Engine ldentification Diesel Engines Engine Type VIN Code Fuel System 6 5L V8 P Diesel 6 5L V8 S Turbo Diesel 6 5L V8 F Turbo Diesel 6...

Страница 344: ... 4L 7 4L w 3500 HD VIN Z H K K P S F N N TORQUE 120ft lbs 160 N m 120ft lbs 160 Nom 120ft lbs 160Nom 120ft lbs 1 60 Nom 140ft lbs 190Nom 175 ft lbs 240 Nom 175 ft lbs 240 Nom QUANTITY 13Quarts 12 3 Liters 17 5 Quarts 16 6 Liters 17 5Quarts 16 5 Liters 27 Quarts 25 5 Liters 23 5 Quarts 22 2 Liters 23 5 Quarts 22 2 Liters 23 5 Quarts 22 2 Liters 25 Quarts 23 5 Liters 28 5 Quarts 27 Liters After refi...

Страница 345: ...All quantities are approximate Addone additional quart for C3500 HD Models Oil filter should be changed at EVERY oil change Fuel Tank Capacity TYPE Gasoline Diesel with Short Bed with Long Bed Crew Cab Standard Chassis Cab Models Standard SideTank Optional Rear Tank 3500 HD Models Standard Side Tank Optional Rear Tank QUANTITY 26 Gallons 98 Liters 34 Gallons 128Liters 34 Gallons I28 Liters 23 Gall...

Страница 346: ...43TS GF481 RC36 5 7L K PF1218T A348C cv774c CR43TS GF481 RC36 IFour Wheel Drive Vehicle use a PF52 oil filter Use AC copper cored resistor type spark plugs Service ReplacementPart and Filter Recommendations Diesel Engines Engine VIN Oil Filter Air Cleaner Fuel Filter Surge Tank Cap 6 5L P PF1218 A9 17C TP1006 RC33 6 5L S PF1218 A9 17C TP1006 RC33 7 4L N PF1218 A348C cv774c CR43TS GF481 RC36 6 5L F...

Страница 347: ...sk your GM dealer For additional information see your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet NOTICE R 134A refrigerantis not compatible with R 12 refrigerant in an air conditioning system R 12 in anR 134A system will cause compressor failure refrigerant oil sludge or poor air conditioning system performance Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity TYPE Refrigerant R 134A QTY 2 25 lbs 1 020...

Страница 348: ...Fuse Block G I FUSE LEGEND O2 o7 0 1 3 c I1 O o3 o9 0l5 121 r L14 0lo 0l6 022 011 0l7 023 6 86 ...

Страница 349: ...HDLP Switch Keyless Entry Low Coolant Module RR HVAC Controls Cruise Control Aux Power Outlet Diesel Fuel Pump DERM ECM Lic Lamp Park Lamp Tail Lamp Roof Marker Lamp Tail Gate Lamps Front Side Markers Fog Lamp Relay Door Switch Illum Fender Lamps DERM Wiper Motor Washer Pump A C A C Blower High Blower Relay Power Amp Rear Liftglass Cig Lighter Door Lock Relay Pwr Lumbar Seat 4WD Indicator LP Clust...

Страница 350: ...ulb Data LAMP OR BULB TRADE NO POWER RATING AT 12 8V WATTS HEADLAMPS 2 Headlamp System Sealed Beam H6054 35 65 2 LowiHigh Beam 4 Headlamp System Composite LowiHigh Beam High Beam 6052 9005 55 65 65 2 2 LAMP OR BULB TRADE NO EXTERIOR 194 2357NA 2 4 Front MarkerLamp Front Parkand Turn Lamp Rear Parking Lamp Rear Stopand Turn Lamp Backup Lamp Backup Lamp Rear Park Stop and Turn Lamp 2 2 3057 3057 2 2...

Страница 351: ...INTERIOR Dome Lamps Reading Lamps Roof Console Lamps IP Courtesy Lamp Door Courtesy Lamp Four Wheel Drive Indicator Four Wheel Drive Shift Lever Instrument Panel Compartment Lamp Ashtray Lamp Sunshade Vanity Mirror TRADE NO 194 194 921 194 232 232 TRADE NO 211 2 211 2 168 194 194 I94 194 194 194 74 4 2 4 1 1 4 RegularPickup Model 4 Trew Cab Model 6 89 ...

Страница 352: ...rectional Signal Indicator Brake Warning indicator SIR Air Bag Safety Belt Warning Check Gages Indicator Malfunction indicator Service Engine Soon Lamp Upshift indicator Glow Plugs Lamp Low Coolant Lamp Water in Fuel Lamp Service ThrottleSoon Lamp Dieselonly TRADE NO 74 14 194 74 74 74 74 74 14 74 74 14 74 74 74 1 1 6 1 2 I Canadian Vehicles only 6 90 ...

Страница 353: ...r GM dealerfor details Introduction Your Vehicleand the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance procedures are important Improper vehicle maintenance or the removal of important components can significantly affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels oreven the...

Страница 354: ...ublications and how to get them in this manual See Service Publications in the Index PartB Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked whenever you stop for fuel It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehiclein good condition PartC Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your GM dealer s service department or anotherqual service center...

Страница 355: ...Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs donebefore you or anyone else drivesthe vehicle These schedules are forvehicles that carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits You will find these limitson your vehicle s CertificationITire label See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index are drivenon reasonable road surfaces within lega...

Страница 356: ... lessthan 5 to 10miles 8 to 16 km This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing 0 Most trips include extensive idling such as frequent drivingin stop and go traffic 0 You operate your vehicle in dusty areas oroff road frequently 0 You frequently tow a trailer Schedule I should also be followed if the vehicle is used for delivery service police taxi or other commercial...

Страница 357: ...Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Engine Accessory Drive Belt Insuection Spark Plug Wire Inspection Engine Timing Check Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Follow Schedule I1 only if none of the conditions from Schedule I is true Every 7 500 Miles 12 500 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or every I2 months Chassis Lubrication or every 12 months Drive Axle Service At 7 500 Miles 12 500 km Rear Axle Fluid ...

Страница 358: ...spection Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Engine Timing Check ISchedule 1Definition Gasoiine Engines With Heavy Duty Emissions Follow Maintenance Schedule I if any one of these is true for your vehicle Most trips are less than 5 to 10miles 8 to 16km This is particularly Most trips include extensive idling such as frequent drivingin stop and 0 You operate your vehicle in dusty areas oroff road fr...

Страница 359: ... Wheel Bearing Repack or at Each Brake Relining 2 Wheel Drive Only Fuel Filter Replacement Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Shields and Underhood Insulation Inspection Thermostatically ControlledEngine Cooling Fan Check or every 12 months Every 24 000 Miles 40 000 km Cooling System Service or every 24 months Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Engine Timing Check Thermostatically Controlled Air C...

Страница 360: ...y Emissions Follow Schedule I1 only if none of the conditions from Schedule 1is true Schedule I1intervals Gasoline Engines with Heavy Duty Emissions Every 6 000 Miles I 0 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or every 3 months Chassis Lubrication or every 3 months Drive Axle Servic e At 6 000Miles 10 000 km Then Every72 000 Miles 20 000 km Tire Rotation Every 12 000 Miles 20 000 km Engine Accessory ...

Страница 361: ...ion Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR System Inspection Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Evaporative Emission Control System Inspection Electronic Vacuum Regulator Valve EVRV Inspection 1Schedule I Definition Diesel Engines I Follow Maintenance Schedule I if any one of these is true for your vehicle 0 Most trips are lessthan 5 to 10miles 8 to 16km This is partic ularly important when outside tempera...

Страница 362: ...ons At 7 500Miles 12 000 km Then Every 15 000Miles 24 Obi km Tire Rotation Every 10 000Miles 16 000 km Shields and Underhood Insulation Inspection ThermostaticallyControlled Engine Cooling Fan Check or every 12 months Air Intake System Inspection Every 15 000 Miles 24000 km Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Front Wheel Bearing Repack or at Each Brake Relining 2 Wheel Drive Only Every 30 000 Miles 50 ...

Страница 363: ...ls Diesel Engines Every 5 000 Miles 8 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or every 12 months Chassis Lubrication or every 12 months Drive Axle Service At 5 000 Miles 8 000 km Then Every10 000 Miles 16 000 km Tire Rotation Every 10 000Miles 16 000 km Shields and Underhood Insulation Inspection Air Intake System Inspection Thermostatically Controlled Engine Cooling Fan Check or every 12 months Every...

Страница 364: ...ces be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Drive axle service 0 Locking Differential Drain fluid and refill at first engine oil change At subsequent oil changes check fluid level and add fluid as needed If driving in dusty areas ortowing a trailer drain fluid and refill every 15 000miles 25 000 km Standard Differential Check fluid level and add fluid as needed at e...

Страница 365: ...ck rear front axle fluidlevel and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking k DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 6 000 Miles 10 000 km G Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline cen...

Страница 366: ...fer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline center splines front axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Ball joints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 1 2 C or higher When weather is cold let the ball joints and king pin bushings warm upbefore lubrication or they could be damaged Perform each of the list...

Страница 367: ...elocity joints and axle seals forleaking 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check DATE SERVICED B Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 15 000 Miles 2 5000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service C Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steeringlinkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cab...

Страница 368: ... brake cable guides rear driveline center splines front axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Ball joints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C or higher When weather is cold let the ball joints and king pin bushings warm upbefore lubrication or they could be damaged Perform each of the listed lubrication service items at...

Страница 369: ...ity joints and axle seals forleaking 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 24 000 Miles 40000 km Change engine oiland filter orevery 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parkingbrake cable guides r...

Страница 370: ...readfront axlefluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocityjoints and axle seals forleaking I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED BY I 30 000 Miles 50 000 km 0 Change engine oiland filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission ControlService 0 Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking bra...

Страница 371: ...ion and Rotation in the Index for prop rotation pattern and additional information I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED BY I 33 000Miles 55 000 km 0 Change engineoil and filter or every3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 3 Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear dri...

Страница 372: ...iveline centersplines front axlepropshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Ball joints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F I 2 C or higher When weather is cold let the balljoints and king pin bushings warm up before lubrication or they could be damaged Perform each of the listed lubrication service items at this mileage interval or ev...

Страница 373: ...dfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED BY 42 000 Miles 70 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter orevery 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brak...

Страница 374: ...es brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Balljoints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C or higher When weather is cold let the ball joints and king pin bushings warm up beforelubrication or they could be damaged Perform each of the listed lubrication service itemsat this mileage interval or every 6 months whichever occurs first constant veloc...

Страница 375: ... before lubrication or they could be damaged Perform each of the listed lubrication service items at this mileage interval or every 6 months whichever occurs first Check readfront axle fluidlevel and add fluid asneeded Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 50 000 Miles 8 3000 km 0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one ormore of...

Страница 376: ...ge interval or every 6 months whichever occurs first Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking DATE SERVICED B Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 54 000 Miles 90 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate thefront suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmissi...

Страница 377: ...ssion shiftlinkage transfer caseshift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline center splines front axle propshaft spiines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Ball joints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 1 2 C or higher When weather is cold let the ball joints and king pin bushings warm up before lubricationor they could be damaged P...

Страница 378: ...uid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking I3 For 2 Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel 0 Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission ControlSewice n Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 24 months whichever bearings orat each brake relining whichever occurs first occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for wh...

Страница 379: ...s 25 000 km More frequent lubrication may be required for heavy duty or off road use 3500 HD Models with applications requiring extreme overload trailer towing conditions and high speed above 45 mph or 72 kmk conditions forextended periods of time must have the drive axle fluid changed every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever occurs first ormust use 75W 140 synthetic fluid meeting GM speci...

Страница 380: ...er case shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline center splines front axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Ball joints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C or higher When weather is cold let the ball joints and king pin bushings warm up before lubrication or they could be damaged Perform each of the liste...

Страница 381: ...eck readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 30 000 Miles 50 000 km 0 Change engine oiland filter or every 12months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate the fr...

Страница 382: ...nvke Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED BY I 37 500 Miles 62 500 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs 0 Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline center splines front axle propshaft splines bra...

Страница 383: ...e cable guides rear driveline centersplines front axlepropshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Ball joints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 1 2 C orhigher When weather is cold let the balljoints and king pin bushings warm up before lubrication or they could bedamaged Perform each of the listed lubrication service items at this mi...

Страница 384: ...ange DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 52 500 Miles 87 500km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline centersplines front axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch p...

Страница 385: ...prings Balljoints and king pin bushings shouldnot be lubricatedunless their temperature is 10 F 12 C or higher When weather is cold let the ball joints and king pin bushings warm up before lubrication or they could bedamaged Perform each of the listed lubrication service items at this mileage interval or every 12months whichever occurs first Check readfront axle fluidlevel and add fluid as needed ...

Страница 386: ...in fluid and refill at first engine oil change At subsequent oil changes check fluid level and add fluid as needed If driving in dusty areas ortowing a trailer drain fluid and refill every 15 000miles 25 000 km 0 Standard Differential Check fluid level and add fluid as needed at every engineoil change If driving in dusty areas ortowing a trailer drain fluid and refill every 15 000miles 25 00 km Mo...

Страница 387: ... interval or every 12 months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfront axle fluidlevel and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED BY I 6 000 Miles 10 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter orevery 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering linkage tran...

Страница 388: ... shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline center splines front axlepropshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Balljoints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 1 2O C or higher When weather is cold letthe ball joints and king pin bushings warm up before lubrication or they could be damaged Perfo...

Страница 389: ... asneeded Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking For 2 Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first Inspect air cleaner filter if you are drivingin dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service Replace fuel filter Replace filter soonerif it is clogged Inspect accessory drive serpen...

Страница 390: ...terval orevery 12 months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED 18 000Miles 3 0000 km 0 Change engine oiland filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmission ...

Страница 391: ...n shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline center splines front axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Ball joints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C or higher When weather is cold let the ball joints and king pin bushings warm up beforelubrication or they could be damaged Perf...

Страница 392: ...hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap 0 Replace air cleaner filter Replace filter more often under dusty conditions An Emission Control Service 0 For 2 Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel 0 Replace fuel filter Replace filter sooner if it is clogged t 0 Adjust timing to underhood label specifications Inspect the...

Страница 393: ...e works properly This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED BY 27 000 Miles 45 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter orevery 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parkin...

Страница 394: ...2 C orhigher When weather is cold letthe ball joints and king pin bushings warm upbefore lubrication or they could be damaged Perform each of the listed lubrication service items at this mileage interval or every12 months whichever occurs first constant velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking low Lubricate the clutch fork ball stud through the fitting on the clutch housing Lubricant must be adde...

Страница 395: ...er occurs first constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking first An Emission Control Service 0 Check readfront axle fluid leveland add fluid as needed Check ACTUAL MILEAGE STTVICED BY 36 000 Miles 60 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Sewice I 3 Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmission shi...

Страница 396: ...es 0 If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan inspect all hoses and ducts forproper hook up or every 12months whichever occurs first Be sure the valve works properly This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States DATE SERVICED B Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 39 000 Miles 65 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occu...

Страница 397: ...driveline center splines front axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Balljoints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C or higher When weather is cold let the ball joints and king pin bushings warm up beforelubrication or they could bedamaged Perform each of the listed lubrication service itemsat this mileage interval or ev...

Страница 398: ...s for leaking first An Emission Conrrol Senice n Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check ACTUAL MILEAGE I SERVICED BY 48 000 Mi es 80 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter orevery 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service n Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake ...

Страница 399: ... rotor for cracks carbon tracking and corrosion Clean or replace asneeded An Emission ControlSewice Thisis a Noise Emission Control Service If your vehicle hasa thermostatically controlled aircleaner inspect all hoses and ducts for proper hook up Be surethe valve works properly An Emission Control Service This is a Noise Emission Control Service Inspect accessory drive serpentine belt for cracks f...

Страница 400: ...n fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one ormore of these conditions 0 In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90O F 32O C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain 0 When doing frequent trailer towing 0 Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any o f these conditions the fluid andfilter do not requ...

Страница 401: ...er occurs first constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking first An Emission Control Service 0 Check readfront axle fluid leveland add fluid as needed Check DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 54 000 Miles 90 000 km 0 Change engine oiland filter or every3 months whichever occurs 0 Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift ...

Страница 402: ...eering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline center splines front axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Ball joints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C or higher When weather is cold let the balljoints and king pin bushings warm upbefore lubrication or t...

Страница 403: ...r vehicles equipped with a 5 speed manual transmission with deep low Lubricatethe clutch forkball stud through the fitting on the clutch housing Lubricantmust be added sparingly to the fitting as very little is required to lubricate the ball stud surface Do not add lubricant more often than specified Too much lubricantwill damage the clutch assembly 0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are drivingi...

Страница 404: ...refill at first engine oil change At subsequent oil changes check fluid and addfluid as needed If driving in dusty areas or towing a trailer drain fluid and refill every 15 000miles 25 000 km Standard Differential Check fluid level and add fluid as needed at every engineoil change If driving in dusty areas or towing a trailer drain fluid and refill every 15 000miles 25 000 km More frequent lubrica...

Страница 405: ...readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 12 000 Miles 20 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate the fro...

Страница 406: ...es front axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Ball joints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C or higher When weather is cold letthe ball joints and king pin bushings warm up before lubrication or they could be damaged Perform each of the listed lubrication service itemsat this mileage interval or every 12months whichev...

Страница 407: ...warm up before lubrication or they could be damaged Perform each of the listed lubrication service items at this mileage interval or every 12months whichever occurs first constant velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking 0 Check readfront axle fluid leveland add fluid as needed Check 0 Inspect engine accessory drive belts or every 24 months whichever 0 Drain flushand refill cooling system or ever...

Страница 408: ...ront axlepropshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Balljoints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C or higher Whenweather is cold let the balljoints and king pin bushings warm up before lubrication or they could bedamaged Perform each of the listed lubrication service items at this mileage interval or every 12months whichever occu...

Страница 409: ...age interval or every 12months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE L 2 42 000 Miles 70 000 km 0 Change engine oiland filter orevery 12months whichever occurs first An Emission ControlService Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmis...

Страница 410: ...pedal springs Balljoints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C orhigher Whenweather is cold letthe balljoints and king pin bushings warm up before lubrication or they could be damaged Perform each of the listed lubrication service items at this mileage interval or every 12months whichever occurs first Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as ...

Страница 411: ...e automatictransmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one ormore of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperatureregularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher 0 In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing 0 Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service I f you do not useyour vehicle underany o f these conditions thefluid andfil...

Страница 412: ...oints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C or higher When weather is cold let the ball joints and king pin bushings warm up before lubrication or they could be damaged Perform each of the listed lubrication service items at this mileage interval or every12 months whichever occurs first constant velocityjoints and axle seals forleaking 17 Check readfr...

Страница 413: ...10 F 1 2 C orhigher When weather is cold let the ball joints and king pin bushings warm up before lubrication or they could be damaged Perform each of the listed lubrication service itemsat this mileage interval or every 12 months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 0 Inspect engine accessory dr...

Страница 414: ...onsrequiring extreme overloadhrailer towing conditions and high speed above 45 mph or 72 km h conditions forextended periods of time must have the drive axle fluid changed every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever occurs first or must use 75W 140 syntheticfluid meeting GM specifications See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in this section 2 500 Miles 4 000 km 0 0 Change engine oil and filt...

Страница 415: ...r leaking 0 Check readfront axlefluid level and add fluid asneeded Check DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 7 500 Miles 72 000 km Change engine oil and filter orevery 3 months whichever occurs U Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline centersplines front axlepropshaft splines bra...

Страница 416: ...hicles sold in the United States 0 Check the air intake system installation to assure that gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections fasteners and other components are tight Also check to be sure that the air cleanerhousing is properly seated the cover fitstightly and the wing nuts are tight Tighten connections and fasteners orreplace damaged parts as necessary This is a Noise Emis...

Страница 417: ...EAGE I SERVICEDBY 15 000 Miles 24 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline center splines front axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Ball jo...

Страница 418: ...ng linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline center splines front axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Ball joints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C or higher When weather is cold let the ball joints and king pin bushings warm up before lubrication or the...

Страница 419: ...oseness Adjust or replace as required This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States 0 Check the air intakesystem installation to assure that gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections fastenersand other components are tight Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing is properly seated thecover fits tightly and the wing nuts ar...

Страница 420: ...tation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See Tires in the Index DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 25 000 Miles 40000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guide...

Страница 421: ...ter or every 3 months whichever occurs 0 Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline center splines front axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Ball joints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 1 2 C or higher...

Страница 422: ...nd underhood insulation for damage or looseness Adjust or replace as required This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles soldin the United States Check the air intake system installation to assurethat gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections fasteners and other components are tight Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing is properly seated the ...

Страница 423: ...nths whichever occurs first DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE i 35 000 Miles 56 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs 0 Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline center splines front axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal spr...

Страница 424: ...oper rotation pattern and additional information See Tires inthe Index I DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 40 000 Miles 64 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs 0 Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline center splines front axle propshaft splin...

Страница 425: ... vehicles sold in the United States 0 Check readfront axle fluidlevel and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals forleaking DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 42 500 Miles 68 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter orevery 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Senlice 0 Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steeringlinkage transmission shift linkage t...

Страница 426: ...10 F 12 C or higher When weather is cold let the ball joints and king pin bushings warm up before lubrication or they could be damaged Perform each of the listed lubrication service items at this mileage interval or every 12months whichever occurs first first An Emission Control Service 0 Replace air cleaner filter Replace filter more often under dusty 0 For 2 Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and r...

Страница 427: ...ERVICED BY 50 000 Miles 80 000 km 0 Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer caseshift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline centersplines front axlepropshaft splines brake pedal springsand clutch pedal springs Balljoints and ki...

Страница 428: ...d that all hose connections fastenersand other components are tight Also check to be sure that the air cleanerhousing is properly seated the cover fits tightly and the wing nuts are tight Tighten connections and fasteners orreplace damaged parts as necessary This isa Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States If your engine has a thermostatically controlle...

Страница 429: ...n pattern and additional information See Tires in the index first An Emission Control Service DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 55 000 Miles 88 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter orevery 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides re...

Страница 430: ... filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission ControlService 0 Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shiftlinkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline center splines front axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Ball joints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their...

Страница 431: ...ystem if equipped except Code F engine as described in the service manual An Emission ControlService Inspect accessory drive serpentine belt for cracks fraying and wear and check belt for proper tension Adjust or replace belt as needed An Emission Control Service Inspect shieldsand underhood insulation fordamage or looseness Adjust or replace as required This is a Noise Emission Control Service Ap...

Страница 432: ...il change At subsequent oil changes check fluid level and add fluid as needed If driving in dusty areas or towing a trailer drain fluid and refill every 15 000miles 25000 km Standard Differential Check fluid level and addfluid as needed at every engineoil change If driving in dusty areas or towing a trailer drain fluid and refill every 15 000miles 25 000 km More frequent lubrication may be require...

Страница 433: ...oper rotation pattern and additional information See Tires in the Index Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check first An Emission Control Service constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking e DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE I 10 000 Miles 16 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter orevery 12 months whichever occurs 0 Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings ste...

Страница 434: ...ever occurs first Be sure the valve works properly This isa Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States 0 Check readfrontaxle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 15 000Miles 24 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Co...

Страница 435: ...ricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C or higher When weather is cold let the ball joints and king pin bushings warm up before lubrication or they could be damaged Perform each of the listed lubrication service items at this mileage interval or every 12 months whichever occurs first Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness Adjust or replace as required This is a Nois...

Страница 436: ...bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides rear driveline centersplines front axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Ball joints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C or higher When weather is cold let the ball joints and king pin bushings warm up before lubr...

Страница 437: ...ust be added sparingly to the fitting as very little is required to lubricate the ball stud surface Do not add lubricant more often than specified Too much lubricant will damage the clutch assembly 0 Drain flush and refill the cooling system with new coolant orevery 24 months whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use An Emission Control Service Also inspectthe hoses an...

Страница 438: ...d level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED BY I 35 000 Miles 56 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate the front suspension king pin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides...

Страница 439: ... lubrication service items at this mileage interval or every 12 months whichever occurs first 0 Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness Adjust or replace as required This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States 0 Check the air intake system installation to assure that gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connection...

Страница 440: ...ch pedal springs Balljoints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C or higher When weather is cold let theball joints and king pin bushings warm upbefore lubrication or they could be damaged Perform each of the listed lubrication service items at this mileage interval or every 12 months whichever occurs first 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotat...

Страница 441: ...mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailertowing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filterdo not require changing Manual transmission fluid doesn t require change 0 Inspect shieldsand underhood insulation for damage or looseness Adjust or replace as required This is a Noise Emission Control Service A...

Страница 442: ...ront axle propshaft splines brake pedal springs and clutch pedal springs Ball joints and king pin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C or higher When weather is cold let the ball joints and king pin bushings warm up before lubrication or they could be damaged Perform each of the listed lubrication service items at this mileage interval or every 12months whichever...

Страница 443: ...ttle is required to lubricate the ball stud surface Donot add lubricant more often than specified Too much lubricant will damage the clutch assembly Drain flushand refill the cooling system with new coolant orevery 24 months whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use An Emission Control Service Also inspect the hoses and replace them if they are cracked swollen or deter...

Страница 444: ...tly and the wing nuts are tight Tighten connections and fasteners or replace damaged parts as necessary This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan inspect all hoses and ducts for proper hook up or every 12 months whichever occurs first Be sure the valve works properly This is a Noise Em...

Страница 445: ...attendant toperform these underhood checks at eachftdfill Engine Oil Level Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check the engine coolant level and add the proper coolantmix if necessary See Coolant in the Index for furtherdetails Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check the windshield washer fluid level in th...

Страница 446: ...enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake see Parking Brake in the Index if necessary and theregular brake NOTE Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts 3 On automatic transmission vehicles try to start the engine in each gear The startershould work only inPARK P or NEUTRAL N If t...

Страница 447: ...e out only in LOCK Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission PARK P Mechanism Check Park on a fairly steephill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parkingbrake With the engine runningand transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only ...

Страница 448: ...xhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions which could cause aheat build up in the floor pan or couldlet exhaust fumes into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust in the Index Accelerator Control System On gasoline engines lubricate the pivot at the TBI throttle lever stud with engine oil Do not oil any accelerat...

Страница 449: ...e However if CF 4 SH is not available you may use CF 4 SG or CE SH or CE SG oil These letters show American Petroleum Institute API levels of quality They may be listed in re verse order SHKF 4 or otherlet ters such as SH CD CE C F 4 To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle s diesel engine see Engine Oil in the Index 50 50mixture of water and a good quality ethylene glycol base anti f...

Страница 450: ...12346190 1qt SynchromeshTransmission Fluid GM Part No 12345349or equiva lent DEXRON 111Automatic Transmission Fluid Lubricate with Multi Purpose Lu bricant GM Part No 12345120 or synthetic SAE5W 30 engine oil Engine oil Chassis lubricant GM Part No 12346003 or equivalent or lubri cant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB Engine oil Chassis lubricant GM P a r tNo 12346003or equ...

Страница 451: ...ategory LB or GC LB a Engine oil b Chassis lubricant GM Part No 12346003 or equivalent or lubri cant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB Engine oil or Lubriplate Lubricant GM PartNo 1050109 Engine Oil Multi Purpose Lubricant GM Part No 12345120or equivalent Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579 or equivalent Spray A Squeek GM Part No 1052277 Gas Line De Icer GM Part ...

Страница 452: ...MaintenancePerformed TO001 7 100 ...

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Страница 457: ...Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and Chevrolet Normally any concern with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer s Salesor Service Departments Sometimes however despite the best intentions of all concerned misunderstandingscan occur If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps shou...

Страница 458: ...r name address home and business telephone numbers Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at theleft top of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield Dealership nameand location Vehicle delivery date and present mileage Nature of concern We encourage you tocall the toll free number listed previously in order to give your in...

Страница 459: ...ely satisfied with your new vehicle Our experiencehas shown that if a situation arises where you feel your concern has not been adequately addressed the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlier in this sectionis very successful There may beinstances where an impartial third party can assistin arriving at a solution to a disagreement regarding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New V...

Страница 460: ...laws may require you to use this program before filing a claim with a state run arbitration program or in the courts For further information contact the BBB at 1 800 955 5 100 orthe Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 222 1020 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTSTO THE UNITEDSTATES GOVERNM NT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could causeinjury or death you sh...

Страница 461: ...nada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 222 1020 or write Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet CustomerAssistance Center P 0 Box 7047 Troy MI 48007 7047 In Canada please callus at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Chevrolet R...

Страница 462: ... dealer network and their preferred serviceproviders The following services are available Towing 0 Locksmith 0 Tirerepair 0 Rental car ortaxi 0 Additional services as necessary For prompt assistancewhen calling pleasehave the following available to give to therepresentative 0 Vehicle Identification Number 0 License platenumber 0 Vehicle color 0 Vehicle location Telephone number where you can be re...

Страница 463: ...aily FUEL allowance for rides provided by another person Le friend neighbor etc in lieu of rental for any overnight warranty repair up to 5 days Note All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by your Chevrolet Geo dealership service management Claim amounts should reflect all actual costs The Chevrolet Geo Courtesy Transportation Program is not part of the BUMPER TO BUMPER New ...

Страница 464: ...methods are found which promote better service on GM vehicles bulletins are created to help the technician perform better service Service bulletins may involve any number of vehicles Some will describe inexpensive service others will describe expensive service Somewill I advise new or unexpected conditions and others may help avoid future costly repairs An important reminder service bulletins are ...

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Страница 469: ...Audio Compact Disc ATC System 3 16 Remote Cassette Player 3 22 ETR AM FM Stereo Audio System 3 7 THEFTLOCK Theft Deterrent Feature 3 14 3 20 UnderstandingRadioReception 3 23 Readiness Light See Lights Automatic Transmission See Transmission Axle LockingRear 2 27 Front See Four wheel Drive Rear 6 32 Battery 6 47 Belts See Safety Belts Better Business Bureau Mediation 8 3 Blizzard See Driving If You...

Страница 470: ...ted Stop Lamp CHMSL See Lamps Certificationire Label 4 37 Chemical Paint Spotting 6 74 Child Restraints See Safety Belts Circuit Breakers See Fuses and Circuit Breakers Cleaning Catalytic Converter 6 57 Changing a Flat Tire 5 26 Cigarette LightedAshtrays 2 58 DieselEngine 6 14 Fabric Protection 6 69 Finishcare 6 72 Glass 6 71 Inside of Vehicle 6 68 Instrumentpanel Top 6 70 Leather 6 70 Outside of ...

Страница 471: ...Differential See Axle Doors 2 3 PowerDoorLocks 2 6 SideDoors 2 3 LOC ks 2 5 Drive Axle See Axle Driving AtNight 4 23 City 4 26 Defensive 4 1 Freeway 4 27 Hilland Mountain Roads 4 29 HighwayHypnosis 4 28 If You reCaught in a Blizzard 4 33 OnGrades 4 47 SnoworIce 4 31 In Snow Diesel Engines 2 14 IntheRain 4 24 LossofControl 4 11 Nightvision 4 24 Off Road Driving with Your Four wheel Drive Vehicle 4 ...

Страница 472: ...ification Fluid Leak Check 6 4 6 Fluids See Scheduled MaintenanceServices Fog Lamps See Lamps Fog Four wheel Drive 2 33 6 33 FrontAxleLockingFeature 6 34 TransferCase 2 34 6 33 Canadian 6 5 Diesel 6 3 FillingYourTank 6 11 Filter Replacement DieselEngines 6 9 Gage See Gages Gasoline 6 2 Casolines for Cleaner Air 6 3 Running Out ofFuel Diesel Engines 6 8 Tankcapacity 6 83 Water in Fuel Diesel Engine...

Страница 473: ...ngUnder HoodRelease 6 13 Horn 2 38 Hydraulicclutch 6 31 Howtocheck 6 32 When to Check and What to Use 6 32 Hydroplaning See Driving in the Rain I If You re Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 39 Ignitionswitch 2 10 Inflation Tire Pressure See Tires Instrument Cluster 2 68 Instrumentpanel 2 68 J JackingEquipmentStorage 5 27 5 2 8 Jump Starting 5 2 K Key LockCylinders 6 46 7 94 Key ReleaseButton 2 11 Ke...

Страница 474: ...tle Soon 2 74 ShiftLight 2 25 2 78 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Light 240 2 79 Water in Fuel Diesel Engine 2 74 Loading YourVehicle 4 37 Trailering Package 4 39 Truck Camper Loading 4 3 9 Lock Cylinders See Key Lock Cylinders Loss of Control See Driving Loss of Control Lubrication See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants M MalfunctionIndicator Lamp See Lights Maintenance See Scheduled Mainte...

Страница 475: ...s That Burn 2 31 Passing See Driving Passing Periodic Maintenance Inspections See ScheduledMaintenance Services Power Door Locks See Doors Steering 4 7 Steering Fluid 6 40 Take Off 4 35 Winches 4 34 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 39 Radio See Audio Systems Rear Axle See Axle Rear Window Defogger 3 4 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants See Scheduled Maintenance Services Recovery Hooks 5 4 0 Replacementparts...

Страница 476: ...fects to General Motors 8 5 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 8 4 SafetyWarningsandSymbols v Properwear 1 12 Reminder Light See Lights Safety Chains See Towinga Trailer Safety Defects Scheduled MaintenanceServices MaintenanceRecord 7 99 Maintenance Schedule I DieselEngines 7 9 7 62 Gasoline Engines with Heavy Duty Emissions 7 6 7 35 Gasoline Engines with Light Duty Emissions...

Страница 477: ...Starting Steering 4 7 ColumnShiftLever 2 29 InEmergencies 4 8 Tips 4 7 Step BumperPad Storage Compartments Sunvisors Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System SIR Adding Equipment to Your Facial Air Bag Equipped Vehicle How the Air Bag System Works Servicing Your AirBag EquippedVehicle Surge Tank Pressure Cap T Tachometer See Gages Tailgate Removal Theft Thermostat TiltWheel Option Tires Balancing ...

Страница 478: ... to Check and Change Fluid 6 27 Five SpeedManual 2 22 6 30 HowToAddFluid 6 31 HowToCheck 6 30 Shift Light See Lights Shiftspeeds 2 25 WithLowGear 2 22 WithoutLowGear 2 24 WhenToCheck 6 30 TorqueLock 2 28 2 30 Trip Odometer See Gages Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator See Lights V Vehicle Damagewarnings vi IdentificationNumber 6 76 6 77 Loading See Loading Your Vehicle Storage 6 47 VentilationSy...

Страница 479: ...ghtening Sequence 5 37 UsedReplacement 6 66 Sliding Rear 2 37 Swing Out 2 37 Washer 2 4 2 WiperBlade Chatter 6 71 WiperBladeReplacement 6 46 Aluminum 6 73 NutTorque 6 82 Replacement 6 65 Windows 2 36 Windshield WasherFluid 6 41 Wiper Blade Cleaning See Cleaning Wipers 2 4 1 11 ...

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